One of my favorite passages of prose is from Garrison Keillor, who writes: "To know and to serve God, of course, is why we're here, a clear truth that, like the nose on your face, is near at hand and easily discernible but can make you dizzy if you try to focus on it hard. But a little faith will see you through. ... When the country goes temporarily to the dogs, cats must learn to be circumspect, walk on fences, sleep in trees, and have faith that all this woofing is not the last word. What is the last word then? Gentleness is everywhere in daily life, a sign that faith rules through ordinary things: through cooking and small talk, through storytelling, making love, fishing, tending animals and sweet corn and flowers, through sports, music and books, raising kids-- all the places where the gravy soaks in and grace shines through.**
In the midst of all of the national and local news, the stock market, the school board issues, isn’t it good to know that all the “woofing is not the last word,” patience wins. The beginning of Lent is a reminder that spring is on the way, the flowers are going to bloom, and, yes, God is still in heaven.
Lent is a time for renewal. It’s a time to think about the Lord and what your faith means to you. It’s good. “Gentleness is everywhere in daily life, a sign that faith rules through ordinary things.”** Try a time for introspection at church. It’s called “Cross-Examination,” taking a look at your life from the perspective of Our Lord.
** Garrison Keillor, "On the Meaning of Life," in We Are Still Married (New York: Viking, 1989), as quoted in Tim Dearborn, Taste & See: Awakening Our Spiritual Senses (Downers Grove: Ill.: Intervarsity Press, 1996), 71.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Lenten Sermon Series 3/1/09
Cross Examined
March 1 In Light of the Cross of Jesus
John 1: 35-42
March 8 Are You a Teacher and Yet You
Do Not Understand?
John 3: 1-21
March 15 Do You Want to Be Made Well?
John 5: 1-15
March 22 Do You Wish to Go Away?
John 6: 60-71
March 29 Will You Lay Down Your Life for Me?
John 13: 31-38
April 5 Am I Not to Drink From the Cup?
John 18: 1-11
Easter Sunday
April 12 Why Are You Weeping—Whom do you
seek?
John 20: 1-19
March 1 In Light of the Cross of Jesus
John 1: 35-42
March 8 Are You a Teacher and Yet You
Do Not Understand?
John 3: 1-21
March 15 Do You Want to Be Made Well?
John 5: 1-15
March 22 Do You Wish to Go Away?
John 6: 60-71
March 29 Will You Lay Down Your Life for Me?
John 13: 31-38
April 5 Am I Not to Drink From the Cup?
John 18: 1-11
Easter Sunday
April 12 Why Are You Weeping—Whom do you
seek?
John 20: 1-19
Faimly Passover Dinner 3/1/09
This year LUMC is doing something new for Maundy Thursday, April 9th. The Disciple classes will be preparing a Passover Meal for the entire church family. They will also lead us in readings and prayers that help us understand the Jewish and Christian traditions surrounding the events of Passover. This event is for the whole family and will be held in the Family Life Center. A message from Pastor Mark and a time of Communion will follow the meal. Music will be provided by Voices in Praise. You will need to register for the meal by calling the church office at 781-4554 or by filling out a form that will be in the March View publications. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, March 29th. If you have questions, please contact Melody Sommers: melody.sommers@lumcmo.org; 781-4554 ext. 121.
UMW Braided Bread for Easter 3/1/09
Braided Bread for Easter
On Saturday, March 28, 2009 , the United Methodist Women will be baking braided bread. The bread is a one-pound loaf that is brushed with an egg wash before it is baked so it has a beautiful shine to enhance your Easter table. It is $4 per loaf. Please pick up your bread that day between 10am and 2pm…..still fresh from the oven. It freezes well. If you would like to join the fun of baking the bread please join us. We need persons to knead, braid, brush with the egg wash, take the bread from the pans and sack the cooled bread. To order or join the fun, call
Hazel Davidson, 781.2763 or the church office. The profit from this project will be used to help women and children locally as well as around the world.
On Saturday, March 28, 2009 , the United Methodist Women will be baking braided bread. The bread is a one-pound loaf that is brushed with an egg wash before it is baked so it has a beautiful shine to enhance your Easter table. It is $4 per loaf. Please pick up your bread that day between 10am and 2pm…..still fresh from the oven. It freezes well. If you would like to join the fun of baking the bread please join us. We need persons to knead, braid, brush with the egg wash, take the bread from the pans and sack the cooled bread. To order or join the fun, call
Hazel Davidson, 781.2763 or the church office. The profit from this project will be used to help women and children locally as well as around the world.
Adventures in Learning 3/1/09
Adventures in Learning
Held at Liberty United Methodist Church
March 20, 2009
SILENT AUCTION
9:15am Blood Pressure Checks—Pat Cull, RN
9:30am Coffee, Fellowship, Announcements
There will be one program at 10am
“The Blessings, Challenges, Responsibilities of Strong Independent Women”
Presenter, Lauren Kennedy, Counselor
11am “New Voice for Religion in Liberty”
Rev, Jim Hoffman - North Star United Methodist Church
11am “Getting Your House Ready to Sell”
Jack Burns—Realty Executive Area Realtors
11am “Changes in Postal Services and How it Affects You”
Kelly McCartney, 28-year postal employee
Noon Lunch catered by 1st Ward LDS
Baked Ham, Potatoes Casserole. Tossed Salad, Rolls and Brownies
Class Registration—$1.50 ~ Lunch $3.50
Call 781-1825 or email mjyoung@thepayload.com for lunch reservations by Wed., Mar. 18
Sponsored by Shepherd’s Center of the Northland and Liberty Ministerial Alliance
Everyone is invited to bring items for the silent auction.
Held at Liberty United Methodist Church
March 20, 2009
SILENT AUCTION
9:15am Blood Pressure Checks—Pat Cull, RN
9:30am Coffee, Fellowship, Announcements
There will be one program at 10am
“The Blessings, Challenges, Responsibilities of Strong Independent Women”
Presenter, Lauren Kennedy, Counselor
11am “New Voice for Religion in Liberty”
Rev, Jim Hoffman - North Star United Methodist Church
11am “Getting Your House Ready to Sell”
Jack Burns—Realty Executive Area Realtors
11am “Changes in Postal Services and How it Affects You”
Kelly McCartney, 28-year postal employee
Noon Lunch catered by 1st Ward LDS
Baked Ham, Potatoes Casserole. Tossed Salad, Rolls and Brownies
Class Registration—$1.50 ~ Lunch $3.50
Call 781-1825 or email mjyoung@thepayload.com for lunch reservations by Wed., Mar. 18
Sponsored by Shepherd’s Center of the Northland and Liberty Ministerial Alliance
Everyone is invited to bring items for the silent auction.
Music Note 3/1/09
The Luther College Nordic Choir, one of the top a cappella college choirs in the nation, will perform in the sanctuary of the Liberty United Methodist Church on Monday, March, 2, 2009 at 7:30pm.. The concert performance by the 75-member Nordic Choir is open to the public, and a free-will offering will be received.
The Liberty UMC concert is part of the Nordic Choir’s tour of the Midwest as they journey to the American Choral Director’s Association National Convention in Oklahoma City. The choir tours annually and has performed in major concert halls in the United States and Central and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Craig Arnold is Director of Choral Activities, Conductor of the Nordic Choir, and Professor of Music at Luther College in Decorah, IA, following the 57-year tenure of Weston Noble.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear the Nordic Choir, as they will surely bless our lives with their tremendous choral artistry.
Easter Choir for Contemporary Services
The Christmas Choir was such a success that we’d like to celebrate Easter by joining voices with the Praise Team and Band again and making a “joyful noise” to our risen Lord! We’ll have a brief meeting between contemporary services at 10:15 on March 15th to pass out music and practice CDs. Then we’ll rehearse the next 4 Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30, childcare provided. We’ll be learning a song to present during the offering along with songs to lead the congregation in worship. We’ll also take some time for fellowship and prayer. The choir will sing on Easter, April 12, at the 9:00 and 10:30 services. To sign up contact Melody Sommers: melody.sommers@lumcmo.org; 781-4554 ext. 121.
The Liberty UMC concert is part of the Nordic Choir’s tour of the Midwest as they journey to the American Choral Director’s Association National Convention in Oklahoma City. The choir tours annually and has performed in major concert halls in the United States and Central and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Craig Arnold is Director of Choral Activities, Conductor of the Nordic Choir, and Professor of Music at Luther College in Decorah, IA, following the 57-year tenure of Weston Noble.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear the Nordic Choir, as they will surely bless our lives with their tremendous choral artistry.
Easter Choir for Contemporary Services
The Christmas Choir was such a success that we’d like to celebrate Easter by joining voices with the Praise Team and Band again and making a “joyful noise” to our risen Lord! We’ll have a brief meeting between contemporary services at 10:15 on March 15th to pass out music and practice CDs. Then we’ll rehearse the next 4 Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30, childcare provided. We’ll be learning a song to present during the offering along with songs to lead the congregation in worship. We’ll also take some time for fellowship and prayer. The choir will sing on Easter, April 12, at the 9:00 and 10:30 services. To sign up contact Melody Sommers: melody.sommers@lumcmo.org; 781-4554 ext. 121.
United Methodist Men Golf Tounament 3/1/09
Liberty United Methodist Men Golf Tournament
May 16th 2009 8 AM.
The tournament is open to Women and Men of all ages and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf tournament will provided financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assisted students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out. And will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
May 16th 2009 8 AM.
The tournament is open to Women and Men of all ages and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf tournament will provided financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assisted students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out. And will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
Job Networking Event 3/1/09
Job Networking Event
Attention all LUMC Members- if you or someone you know is experiencing unemployment or job uncertainty in these tough economic times, this is an opportunity to support each other through faith and networking within our LUMC family. This job networking event will be for LUMC members or friends of LUMC members who have been downsized, laid off or facing employment uncertainty. We are also seeking support from resume writers, HR professionals, executives, business owners or anyone else who could offer job search assistance through tips, counseling, advice or employment opportunities.
Please contact Darin Dixson at (816) 719-0635
or darin_dixson@yahoo.com if interested n attending.
Our kick off meeting will be Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Thank you.
Attention all LUMC Members- if you or someone you know is experiencing unemployment or job uncertainty in these tough economic times, this is an opportunity to support each other through faith and networking within our LUMC family. This job networking event will be for LUMC members or friends of LUMC members who have been downsized, laid off or facing employment uncertainty. We are also seeking support from resume writers, HR professionals, executives, business owners or anyone else who could offer job search assistance through tips, counseling, advice or employment opportunities.
Please contact Darin Dixson at (816) 719-0635
or darin_dixson@yahoo.com if interested n attending.
Our kick off meeting will be Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Thank you.
8th Annual Missions Auction and Dinner 3/1/09
8th ANNUAL MISSIONS BENEFIT AUCTION & DINNER
May 2, 2009
Registration 4:00 ~ Dinner 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Silent Auction starts at 4:00 ~ Live Auction starts at 7:00
We are here to be God’s hands and feet and that is what exactly we are doing here at the Liberty United Methodist Church. Without the Auction, we would not be able to support the various ministries in the church and in the community. We can not do it without you.
We are in need of several new items for the Live and Silent Auctions, just remember if it is something you would purchase for yourself then it is probably something that would do well in the auction.
For more information, you can call Mary Robinson 781-1469, Charlotte, or Amy at the church 781-4554
We hope you make plans to join us this year.
Don’t forget to invite your neighbors and friends
for an evening of fun on the hill.
May 2, 2009
Registration 4:00 ~ Dinner 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Silent Auction starts at 4:00 ~ Live Auction starts at 7:00
We are here to be God’s hands and feet and that is what exactly we are doing here at the Liberty United Methodist Church. Without the Auction, we would not be able to support the various ministries in the church and in the community. We can not do it without you.
We are in need of several new items for the Live and Silent Auctions, just remember if it is something you would purchase for yourself then it is probably something that would do well in the auction.
For more information, you can call Mary Robinson 781-1469, Charlotte, or Amy at the church 781-4554
We hope you make plans to join us this year.
Don’t forget to invite your neighbors and friends
for an evening of fun on the hill.
Spofford Needs 3/1/09
Spofford In-Gathering
Items need to b brought to the church office by March 8th.
Please mark the item SPOFFORD.
For more information please call Brenda Glasco, 781.3062
Plastic shoeboxes
Suave shampoo
Suave conditioner
Plastic caps for toothbrushes
Deodorant
Body Lotion
Washcloths
Dove bar soap
Construction paper
Colored pencils
Popsicle sticks
Glue
Coloring books
Markers
Items need to b brought to the church office by March 8th.
Please mark the item SPOFFORD.
For more information please call Brenda Glasco, 781.3062
Plastic shoeboxes
Suave shampoo
Suave conditioner
Plastic caps for toothbrushes
Deodorant
Body Lotion
Washcloths
Dove bar soap
Construction paper
Colored pencils
Popsicle sticks
Glue
Coloring books
Markers
Adult Ministries 3/1/09
Last month, 30 LUMC seniors joined in the chorus of Little Old Lady from Pasadena when the Kitchen Band from Wexford Place Retirement Center performed at the monthly meeting of the Seasoned Citizens’ Luncheon and Fellowship. What will the Seasoned Citizens be up to this month? Come find out at the potluck luncheon on March 6 at 11:45 in the Family Life Center. Seasoned Citizens meet the first Friday of each month. All seniors are invited to attend this time of food and fellowship. Bring a place setting and a dish to share.
When God’s People Pray
As small groups this month are studying the topic of prayer, consider these additional resources:
Too Busy Not to Pray—Bill Hybels
Pray Big— Will Davis, Jr.
Remarkable Prayers of the Bible—Jim George
Prayer: Does it Make Any Difference? - Philip Yancy
Power of a Praying Wife/Husband—Stormie Omartian
The Presence Based Church—Terry Teykl
Travelling the Prayer Paths of Jesus—John Indermark
Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire—Jim Cymbala
Pivotal Praying—Tim Elmore and John Hull
Becoming the Answer to Our Prayers: Prayers for Ordinary Radicals -Shane Claiborne
Limited FREE Registrations are available to those who have lost jobs in the last 6 months.
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew
When God’s People Pray
As small groups this month are studying the topic of prayer, consider these additional resources:
Too Busy Not to Pray—Bill Hybels
Pray Big— Will Davis, Jr.
Remarkable Prayers of the Bible—Jim George
Prayer: Does it Make Any Difference? - Philip Yancy
Power of a Praying Wife/Husband—Stormie Omartian
The Presence Based Church—Terry Teykl
Travelling the Prayer Paths of Jesus—John Indermark
Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire—Jim Cymbala
Pivotal Praying—Tim Elmore and John Hull
Becoming the Answer to Our Prayers: Prayers for Ordinary Radicals -Shane Claiborne
Limited FREE Registrations are available to those who have lost jobs in the last 6 months.
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew
LUMY 3/1/09
New Website- In case you haven’t checked it out yet, we have a great new and improved LUMY website that is updated constantly, http://lumy.weebly.com/ or you can link from the churches main website. Lumcmo.org. Something that we have on there that makes it special is a Parent Page. This page consists of “Things we think you should know.” This will be updated weekly on things that your students are facing so that you can know and take some time to discuss them with your student. Check it out and let us know what you think, ask questions, or request information on a certain subject.
Bible Study- Wednesday Night Bible Study has been fun, engaging, challenging, and relevant. If you haven’t been yet, check it out this Wednesday. 8th-12th graders meet from 5-6pm in Study Center 4. We get dinner as part of Wednesday night supper before the study and bring it over. 6th and 7th graders meet from 6:15-7pm in Study Center 5 (The LUMY Room). In this Bible Study we are learning about discernment and how to use it concerning media and its influence. For more information check out: http://cpyu.org/Default.aspx .
MISSION TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT! It is finally settled. We will be traveling back to New Orleans with completed 8th graders-completed Seniors. We will be going the week of August 1st-8th. If you are interested let us know and we will be updating you on information as we find out more about cost. This will be our only youth mission “trip” this summer due to camp, faithworks, VBS, and the college mission trip...and the current economic status of our country. Don’t forget you have an opportunity to serve in the Food Kitchen every first Saturday!
March 27th LUMY will be partnering with Liberty Christian Fellowship, Desperation Church, and Shoal Creek to bring Masters Commission to Liberty. We are so excited about getting all of our youth together to worship in one accord as the Bible calls us to do! This event will be at Shoal Creek at 8:00pm. Check e-mails or e-mail us for more information.
Sunday Night LUMY Schedule mixes up again.
Normal LUMY times are as follows;
6th-7th graders meet in the FLC from 5:30-6:45
8th-12th graders meet in the FLC from 6:30-8:30
March 15th ALL LUMY meets at 6:30. All other March Sundays are normal.
Bible Study- Wednesday Night Bible Study has been fun, engaging, challenging, and relevant. If you haven’t been yet, check it out this Wednesday. 8th-12th graders meet from 5-6pm in Study Center 4. We get dinner as part of Wednesday night supper before the study and bring it over. 6th and 7th graders meet from 6:15-7pm in Study Center 5 (The LUMY Room). In this Bible Study we are learning about discernment and how to use it concerning media and its influence. For more information check out: http://cpyu.org/Default.aspx .
MISSION TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT! It is finally settled. We will be traveling back to New Orleans with completed 8th graders-completed Seniors. We will be going the week of August 1st-8th. If you are interested let us know and we will be updating you on information as we find out more about cost. This will be our only youth mission “trip” this summer due to camp, faithworks, VBS, and the college mission trip...and the current economic status of our country. Don’t forget you have an opportunity to serve in the Food Kitchen every first Saturday!
March 27th LUMY will be partnering with Liberty Christian Fellowship, Desperation Church, and Shoal Creek to bring Masters Commission to Liberty. We are so excited about getting all of our youth together to worship in one accord as the Bible calls us to do! This event will be at Shoal Creek at 8:00pm. Check e-mails or e-mail us for more information.
Sunday Night LUMY Schedule mixes up again.
Normal LUMY times are as follows;
6th-7th graders meet in the FLC from 5:30-6:45
8th-12th graders meet in the FLC from 6:30-8:30
March 15th ALL LUMY meets at 6:30. All other March Sundays are normal.
Children's Ministries 3/1/09
The Children’s Sunday School Lessons for March:
B.i.G. Idea for March: We believe that the stories of Peter show us that God can use imperfect people.
B.i.G. Theme for March: Peter, the Story of a Disciple
B.i.G. Bible Memory Verse for March: “We have found the Messiah.” John 1:41
The Children’s Stewardship Lessons in March will focus on all aspects of Stewardship: Our Prayers, our Presence, our Gifts, and our Service. Each week, the children will light candles on a Lenten Cross and discuss these things in relation to Lent. If you would like a Lenten cross to use at home, contact Sondra Buell and she will give you the directions.
The children will want to be present in Sunday School in March because we will be participating in a butterfly unit,
comparing the caterpillar, cocoon and butterfly to the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This is a favorite activity for our LUMC kids! Our butterfly release will happen on Easter Sunday.
Thank you Sunday School Teachers.
We will honor our children’s Sunday School teachers with an Appreciation Breakfast on March 29th. We will need substitutes to cover the classes – thanks to EVERYONE who helps us on these 5th Sunday teacher training days.
It’s Retreat Time for 4th and 5th Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm; Saturday, March 7 ~ 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sunday morning, March 8 ~ 9:00 Sunday School
Come and have a crazy good time with a College Student Ministry Team from Asbury College!
Games, crazy good music, junk food (and good food!), awesome Bible lessons on How God Uses Imperfect People, off-campus trip, worship, fabulous fun . . . all at the Study Center with college students!
Pre-registration needed. Call or e-mail Sondra Buell (contact information above) and reserve your spot!
Sunday School Teacher Opening
We are looking for a couple who has a desire in their heart to teach our 4th and 5th graders at the 8:55 Sunday School hour. Be brave. Step forward. Do it for the kids (and receive a great benefit for yourself!) Contact Sondra Buell at 781-4554, ext 115 or Sondra.Buell@lumcmo.org
B.i.G. Idea for March: We believe that the stories of Peter show us that God can use imperfect people.
B.i.G. Theme for March: Peter, the Story of a Disciple
B.i.G. Bible Memory Verse for March: “We have found the Messiah.” John 1:41
The Children’s Stewardship Lessons in March will focus on all aspects of Stewardship: Our Prayers, our Presence, our Gifts, and our Service. Each week, the children will light candles on a Lenten Cross and discuss these things in relation to Lent. If you would like a Lenten cross to use at home, contact Sondra Buell and she will give you the directions.
The children will want to be present in Sunday School in March because we will be participating in a butterfly unit,
comparing the caterpillar, cocoon and butterfly to the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This is a favorite activity for our LUMC kids! Our butterfly release will happen on Easter Sunday.
Thank you Sunday School Teachers.
We will honor our children’s Sunday School teachers with an Appreciation Breakfast on March 29th. We will need substitutes to cover the classes – thanks to EVERYONE who helps us on these 5th Sunday teacher training days.
It’s Retreat Time for 4th and 5th Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm; Saturday, March 7 ~ 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sunday morning, March 8 ~ 9:00 Sunday School
Come and have a crazy good time with a College Student Ministry Team from Asbury College!
Games, crazy good music, junk food (and good food!), awesome Bible lessons on How God Uses Imperfect People, off-campus trip, worship, fabulous fun . . . all at the Study Center with college students!
Pre-registration needed. Call or e-mail Sondra Buell (contact information above) and reserve your spot!
Sunday School Teacher Opening
We are looking for a couple who has a desire in their heart to teach our 4th and 5th graders at the 8:55 Sunday School hour. Be brave. Step forward. Do it for the kids (and receive a great benefit for yourself!) Contact Sondra Buell at 781-4554, ext 115 or Sondra.Buell@lumcmo.org
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Mark' Remarks 2/22/09
It’s been several years since I read Olive Ann Burns' novel “Cold Sassy Tree.” It’s filled with interesting thought. In that book at one point Will raises the question of why Jesus said that we could ask God for anything we want and get it. Grandpa Blakeslee responds, "Maybe Jesus was talkin' in His sleep, son, or folks heard Him wrong." But then he goes on to add: "All I know is thet folks pray for food and still go hungry, and Adam and Eve ain't in thet garden a-theirs no more, and yore granny ain't in hers, and I ain't got no son a-my own to carry on the name and hep me run the store when I'm old. Like you say, you don't git thangs jest by astin'. Well, I'm a-go'n study on this some more. Jesus must a meant something else, not what it sounds like."
We’re talking about that this morning and in the coming month. Not everything happens just like I pray for it. Another metaphor was raised by a monk who said that when we pray it was like having a date with God. Well, there are dates and there are dates. In your old days, some of your dates were a lot of fun, and some you never quite figured out. If prayer is like a date, then I’m like Grandpa Blakeslee. Sometimes I just don’t understand it. Maybe you’re the same way. Perhaps we all would like to “study on this some more.” No better time than now. Sign up.
We’re talking about that this morning and in the coming month. Not everything happens just like I pray for it. Another metaphor was raised by a monk who said that when we pray it was like having a date with God. Well, there are dates and there are dates. In your old days, some of your dates were a lot of fun, and some you never quite figured out. If prayer is like a date, then I’m like Grandpa Blakeslee. Sometimes I just don’t understand it. Maybe you’re the same way. Perhaps we all would like to “study on this some more.” No better time than now. Sign up.
Lenten Schedule for 2009
Lenten Schedule
Ash Wednesday
7 pm
Maundy Thursday
Family Passover Meal
TBD, Wesley Hall
Good Friday
3pm, Children’s worship, FLC
7:30pm, Main Sanctuary
Easter Sunday
Traditional
8:00am
9:30am
11:00 am
Contemporary
9:00am
10:30am
Ash Wednesday
7 pm
Maundy Thursday
Family Passover Meal
TBD, Wesley Hall
Good Friday
3pm, Children’s worship, FLC
7:30pm, Main Sanctuary
Easter Sunday
Traditional
8:00am
9:30am
11:00 am
Contemporary
9:00am
10:30am
Mission News-SD Trip
The Missions Work Area is planning our second annual mission work trip (for persons 14 years or older) to Crow Creek Reservation in South Dakota June 14-20, 2009. We will be working with Lakota people of the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. Crow Creek Reservation is located about 60 miles southeast from Pierre, South Dakota. Mission teams assist with repairs to homes, churches, shelters, youth center, daycare
facilities, etc. Other tasks available are sewing, working in the Thrift Shop or Food Pantry, cooking in the hot lunch program, providing VBS at the Boys/Girls Club, and much more. There are always varied work projects to keep team members busy.
The cost of this VIM mission trip is $200-$275, which covers food, transportation, lodging, and building materials. The reservation housing can accommodate up to 100 people. If you are interested in being a part of this mission experience, please contact Everett Easley at the church office, 781-4554, by March 17. A $125 application fee will be due from each participant wishing to go. This will help secure our team’s date on the calendar. Informational meetings will be forthcoming.
We will be there to appreciate, to understand, to learn, to make friends and to nurture the hope that the Lakota People have in themselves. We are looking forward to a great week where we will come together to do God's work.
facilities, etc. Other tasks available are sewing, working in the Thrift Shop or Food Pantry, cooking in the hot lunch program, providing VBS at the Boys/Girls Club, and much more. There are always varied work projects to keep team members busy.
The cost of this VIM mission trip is $200-$275, which covers food, transportation, lodging, and building materials. The reservation housing can accommodate up to 100 people. If you are interested in being a part of this mission experience, please contact Everett Easley at the church office, 781-4554, by March 17. A $125 application fee will be due from each participant wishing to go. This will help secure our team’s date on the calendar. Informational meetings will be forthcoming.
We will be there to appreciate, to understand, to learn, to make friends and to nurture the hope that the Lakota People have in themselves. We are looking forward to a great week where we will come together to do God's work.
Contemporary Easter Choir 2/22/09
Easter Choir for Contemporary Services
The Christmas Choir was such a success that we’d like to celebrate Easter by joining voices with the Praise Team and Band again and making a “joyful noise” to our risen Lord! We’ll have a brief meeting between contemporary services at 10:15 on March 15th to pass out music and practice CDs. Then we’ll rehearse the next 4 Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30, childcare provided. We’ll be learning a song to present during the offering along with songs to lead the congregation in worship. We’ll also take some time for fellowship and prayer. The choir will sing on Easter, April 12, at the 9:00 and 10:30 services. To sign up, contact Melody Sommers: melody.sommers@lumcmo.org; 781-4554 ext. 121.
The Christmas Choir was such a success that we’d like to celebrate Easter by joining voices with the Praise Team and Band again and making a “joyful noise” to our risen Lord! We’ll have a brief meeting between contemporary services at 10:15 on March 15th to pass out music and practice CDs. Then we’ll rehearse the next 4 Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30, childcare provided. We’ll be learning a song to present during the offering along with songs to lead the congregation in worship. We’ll also take some time for fellowship and prayer. The choir will sing on Easter, April 12, at the 9:00 and 10:30 services. To sign up, contact Melody Sommers: melody.sommers@lumcmo.org; 781-4554 ext. 121.
Music Notes 2/22/209
The Luther College Nordic Choir, one of the top a cappella college choirs in the nation, will perform in the sanctuary of the Liberty United Methodist Church on Monday, March 2, 2009 at 7:30pm. The concert performance by the 75-member Nordic Choir is open to the public, and a free-will offering will be received.
The Liberty UMC concert is part of the Nordic Choir’s tour of the Midwest as they journey to the American Choral Director’s Association National Convention in Oklahoma City. The choir tours annually and has performed in major concert halls in the United States and Central and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Craig Arnold is Director of Choral Activities, Conductor of the Nordic Choir, and Professor of Music at Luther College in Decorah, IA, following the 57-year tenure of Weston Noble.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear the Nordic Choir, as they will surely bless our lives with their tremendous choral artistry.
The Liberty UMC concert is part of the Nordic Choir’s tour of the Midwest as they journey to the American Choral Director’s Association National Convention in Oklahoma City. The choir tours annually and has performed in major concert halls in the United States and Central and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Craig Arnold is Director of Choral Activities, Conductor of the Nordic Choir, and Professor of Music at Luther College in Decorah, IA, following the 57-year tenure of Weston Noble.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear the Nordic Choir, as they will surely bless our lives with their tremendous choral artistry.
Adult Ministries 2/22/09
When God’s People Pray
Churchwide small group study begins the first week of Lent.
Ways to Register:
Online at www.lumcmo.org
Stop by the sign-up table in the narthex or FLC foyer before or after worship.
Contact Lora Wiles at 781-4554 x111 or Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org
The study includes DVD teaching and small group discussion. Large group presentations will occur on Monday and Wednesday evening in the Family Life Center. Smaller groups will meet in homes and at the church throughout the week.
Discussion leaders are needed; training will be provided
Small Group Invitations…
Faith Lessons: Bible Stories for Adults is a great group for HIS Kids parents and others who want a quick Bible lesson on Wednesday nights. Come to the Study Center at 6 pm on Wednesdays for a DVD and discussion. Each week is self-contained. No homework is required, but you’re guaranteed to leave hungry for more. You’ll be out in time to pick up your children from HIS Kids.
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Curious about the similarities and differences between various Christian denominations? Lighthouse small group invites you to join them on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in Study Center 2 for Christianity’s Family Tree. Cara Pilch facilitates.
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Need help identifying your Spiritual Gifts? Join Genesis in the Study Center at 9:45 for Serving From the Heart.
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Bible Basics will begin the Study of John this Sunday at 9:30am in Room 224. Cost of the study book is $5.50. Bring your favorite Bible and join Donna Dunn for a great small group experience.
Interested in finding out more about church membership?
Contact Pastor Scott Beard
The next 4-week Newcomer Coffee begins Wednesday, March 4
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew or
contact Straud at 468-8325 or sbrewer5@kc.rr.com
Limited number of free registrations to those who have lost a job in the last 6 months.
Churchwide small group study begins the first week of Lent.
Ways to Register:
Online at www.lumcmo.org
Stop by the sign-up table in the narthex or FLC foyer before or after worship.
Contact Lora Wiles at 781-4554 x111 or Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org
The study includes DVD teaching and small group discussion. Large group presentations will occur on Monday and Wednesday evening in the Family Life Center. Smaller groups will meet in homes and at the church throughout the week.
Discussion leaders are needed; training will be provided
Small Group Invitations…
Faith Lessons: Bible Stories for Adults is a great group for HIS Kids parents and others who want a quick Bible lesson on Wednesday nights. Come to the Study Center at 6 pm on Wednesdays for a DVD and discussion. Each week is self-contained. No homework is required, but you’re guaranteed to leave hungry for more. You’ll be out in time to pick up your children from HIS Kids.
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Curious about the similarities and differences between various Christian denominations? Lighthouse small group invites you to join them on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in Study Center 2 for Christianity’s Family Tree. Cara Pilch facilitates.
**********
Need help identifying your Spiritual Gifts? Join Genesis in the Study Center at 9:45 for Serving From the Heart.
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Bible Basics will begin the Study of John this Sunday at 9:30am in Room 224. Cost of the study book is $5.50. Bring your favorite Bible and join Donna Dunn for a great small group experience.
Interested in finding out more about church membership?
Contact Pastor Scott Beard
The next 4-week Newcomer Coffee begins Wednesday, March 4
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew or
contact Straud at 468-8325 or sbrewer5@kc.rr.com
Limited number of free registrations to those who have lost a job in the last 6 months.
Mission Trip- Each summer LUMY does mission work both locally and around the country.
This summer we are so excited to announce that we are traveling back to New Orleans to continue cleanup. We want to continue to work in that area as long as we feel called and feel that we can help.
This trip is for students that have completed 8th grade-graduated Seniors. We will be going the week of August 1st-8th. If you are interested, let us know and we will be updating you on information as we find out more about cost. This will be our only youth mission “trip” this summer due to camp, Faithworks, VBS, the college mission trip...and the current economic status of our country. We look forward to getting you more information about this trip. Also, don’t forget you always have an opportunity to serve in the Food Kitchen every first Saturday of the month! Let us know if you have any questions.
New Website- LUMY has a sweet website, LUMY.weebly.com. It is updated constantly and you should check it out. You can also link from the main website, Lumcmo.org. We have created a very specific parent information page with “things we think you should know.” Each week we will be updating this page based on current youth culture trends and the news they are making. So check it out each week to stay up with everything LUMY related, from events to youth culture.
30-Hour Famine - It is crazy that this weekend we will be doing our Famine! We are so excited! We would still like to do some work around the Liberty area, and especially help out people who need it. If you know someone who needs some cleaning done, or a yard raked, or gutters emptied and you don’t have the time to help, you can purchase our help for a donation to the 30-hour famine, and we will send a team of capable students out to get the job done on either Thursday evening or Friday morning.
If you would like to make a donation to the cause, you can drop it off at the youth office with checks payable to World Vision. You may also follow the link listed above to donate online. All donations can be tax-deductible.
Thanks so much for supporting LUMY in all we do.
Please contact Sarah Beard at sarah.beard@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 ext 110.
Wednesday- February 25th, is the kickoff of the season of Lent. This is the season (roughly 40 days) leading up to Easter. Our church will have an Ash Wednesday Service that night, so there will be NO BIBLE STUDY on Wednesday, February 25th. I invite you all to come that night and take part in the service.
Here in the Youth office there are a few gentlemen that bring smiles to our faces and brighten our days even when we don’t see them. These 3 men are always encouraging and supporting the youth of this church, and that has not gone unnoticed. We cannot say thank you enough for all you say and do! There are many young men and women who have learned how to be godly and are willing to go and serve by watching you! So here’s to you, Jim Gleason, Kevin Fisher, and Bill Moorefield. When the youth of this church talk about you, they are all smiles and the word love is never absent! Thanks so much for being a constant source of energy to our trips and for giving us reason to want to grow up and be just like you!
This summer we are so excited to announce that we are traveling back to New Orleans to continue cleanup. We want to continue to work in that area as long as we feel called and feel that we can help.
This trip is for students that have completed 8th grade-graduated Seniors. We will be going the week of August 1st-8th. If you are interested, let us know and we will be updating you on information as we find out more about cost. This will be our only youth mission “trip” this summer due to camp, Faithworks, VBS, the college mission trip...and the current economic status of our country. We look forward to getting you more information about this trip. Also, don’t forget you always have an opportunity to serve in the Food Kitchen every first Saturday of the month! Let us know if you have any questions.
New Website- LUMY has a sweet website, LUMY.weebly.com. It is updated constantly and you should check it out. You can also link from the main website, Lumcmo.org. We have created a very specific parent information page with “things we think you should know.” Each week we will be updating this page based on current youth culture trends and the news they are making. So check it out each week to stay up with everything LUMY related, from events to youth culture.
30-Hour Famine - It is crazy that this weekend we will be doing our Famine! We are so excited! We would still like to do some work around the Liberty area, and especially help out people who need it. If you know someone who needs some cleaning done, or a yard raked, or gutters emptied and you don’t have the time to help, you can purchase our help for a donation to the 30-hour famine, and we will send a team of capable students out to get the job done on either Thursday evening or Friday morning.
If you would like to make a donation to the cause, you can drop it off at the youth office with checks payable to World Vision. You may also follow the link listed above to donate online. All donations can be tax-deductible.
Thanks so much for supporting LUMY in all we do.
Please contact Sarah Beard at sarah.beard@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 ext 110.
Wednesday- February 25th, is the kickoff of the season of Lent. This is the season (roughly 40 days) leading up to Easter. Our church will have an Ash Wednesday Service that night, so there will be NO BIBLE STUDY on Wednesday, February 25th. I invite you all to come that night and take part in the service.
Here in the Youth office there are a few gentlemen that bring smiles to our faces and brighten our days even when we don’t see them. These 3 men are always encouraging and supporting the youth of this church, and that has not gone unnoticed. We cannot say thank you enough for all you say and do! There are many young men and women who have learned how to be godly and are willing to go and serve by watching you! So here’s to you, Jim Gleason, Kevin Fisher, and Bill Moorefield. When the youth of this church talk about you, they are all smiles and the word love is never absent! Thanks so much for being a constant source of energy to our trips and for giving us reason to want to grow up and be just like you!
Children's Ministries 2/22/09
The Children’s Sunday School lesson for today is a parable and can be found in Luke chapter 12, verses 13-21. A parable is a story Jesus told so people could know how to live. Today’s parable is about a farmer who was greedy; we call him the rich fool. The children will learn how important it is to share our blessings with others.
Here’s an activity you could do at home to demonstrate the parable:
Pop a LARGE bag of popcorn with your child. Put it all in one large zippered plastic bag to keep. Talk to your child about how long it would take him or her to eat that much popcorn. It might get stale before he or she could eat it all. Wouldn’t it be a good idea to share the popcorn? Divide the popcorn into smaller bags so that each family member gets some. Isn’t that what Jesus would like for us to do – share and not be so greedy like the rich farmer in the story?
The Children’s Stewardship Lessons for February have focused on “Our Presence.” When we are present, we receive the building blocks to live a better life! An added bonus . . . we get to see our friends!
Question of the Week
When I read the camp brochure (which is located in the foyer and narthex literature racks, or on-line at www.mocamps.org), how do I know which grade-level camp my child should attend?
All camps should be read as the grade your child will be entering this fall, 2009.
It’s Retreat Time for 4th-and 5th-Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm; Saturday, March 7 ~ 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sunday morning, March 8 ~ 9:00 Sunday School
Come and have a crazy good time with a
College Student Ministry Team from
Asbury College!
Games, crazy good music, junk food (and good food!), awesome Bible lessons on How God Uses Imperfect People, off-campus trip, worship, fabulous fun . . . all at the Study Center with college students!
Preregistration needed. Call or e-mail Sondra Buell (contact information above) and reserve your spot!
Thanks to all the parents who brought their “HIS Kids” kids to the Concert of Choirs last Sunday. It was delightful! God bless you each and every one for sharing through this gift of music!
“HIS Kids” will release early at 6:45 p.m. on February 25th for the Ash Wednesday Service. We encourage families to attend this sensory and meaningful service. Nursery care for children birth to kindergarten will be available during the service.
Here’s an activity you could do at home to demonstrate the parable:
Pop a LARGE bag of popcorn with your child. Put it all in one large zippered plastic bag to keep. Talk to your child about how long it would take him or her to eat that much popcorn. It might get stale before he or she could eat it all. Wouldn’t it be a good idea to share the popcorn? Divide the popcorn into smaller bags so that each family member gets some. Isn’t that what Jesus would like for us to do – share and not be so greedy like the rich farmer in the story?
The Children’s Stewardship Lessons for February have focused on “Our Presence.” When we are present, we receive the building blocks to live a better life! An added bonus . . . we get to see our friends!
Question of the Week
When I read the camp brochure (which is located in the foyer and narthex literature racks, or on-line at www.mocamps.org), how do I know which grade-level camp my child should attend?
All camps should be read as the grade your child will be entering this fall, 2009.
It’s Retreat Time for 4th-and 5th-Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm; Saturday, March 7 ~ 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sunday morning, March 8 ~ 9:00 Sunday School
Come and have a crazy good time with a
College Student Ministry Team from
Asbury College!
Games, crazy good music, junk food (and good food!), awesome Bible lessons on How God Uses Imperfect People, off-campus trip, worship, fabulous fun . . . all at the Study Center with college students!
Preregistration needed. Call or e-mail Sondra Buell (contact information above) and reserve your spot!
Thanks to all the parents who brought their “HIS Kids” kids to the Concert of Choirs last Sunday. It was delightful! God bless you each and every one for sharing through this gift of music!
“HIS Kids” will release early at 6:45 p.m. on February 25th for the Ash Wednesday Service. We encourage families to attend this sensory and meaningful service. Nursery care for children birth to kindergarten will be available during the service.
LIberty UMM Golf Tournament 2/22/09
Liberty United Methodist Men Golf Tournament ~ May 16th 2009 8 AM.
The tournament is open to Women and Men of all ages and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf tournament will provided financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assisted students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out. And will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
The tournament is open to Women and Men of all ages and you do not need to be a member of the church to attend. Proceeds from the UMM Golf tournament will provided financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assisted students with seminary scholarships and help with various maintenance projects at the church. To raise money we are looking for hole sponsors and for items to be donated for goodie bags, or any items that can be raffled off. We are asking for $100.00 to sponsor a hole. The hole sponsor will have their business advertised on a sign at the hole they sponsor. The hole sponsor or anyone donating items will be able to put business cards in the goodie bags that will be given out. And will be announced at the beginning of the tournament and lunch following the tournament.
Any questions contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
MOM2MOM Sale 2/22/09
MOM 2 MOM SALESaturday, March 7th, 8am-2pm in the FLCALL KIDS ITEMSHuge sale! Over 55 families!Clothes, shoes, toys, furniture, high chairs, strollers, baby equipment, etc.Garage sale prices - Don't miss it!Cash only. $1 per adult shopper.All proceeds from booth rental and admission go directly to the new building fund.Recommend not bringing strollers to the sale.For questions or info, email Kyla Kutch -mom2momsale@hotmail.com
Hilltop Preschool and Parents' Day Out 2/22/09
Hilltop Preschool & Parents’ Day Out Announce Registration for 2009-2010
Registration for LUMC church members is:
Sunday, March 1—Sunday, March 8, 2009
Registration opens to the public on Monday, March 9, 2009, at 9am
in the Family Life Center foyer. Doors will open at 8:30 am.
Paperwork and registration fees will be collected at that time.
Registration for LUMC church members is:
Sunday, March 1—Sunday, March 8, 2009
Registration opens to the public on Monday, March 9, 2009, at 9am
in the Family Life Center foyer. Doors will open at 8:30 am.
Paperwork and registration fees will be collected at that time.
Meals on Wheels 2/22/09
Still haven’t signed up for Meals on Wheels? That’s OK-we still have a few slots left. Grab a friend and sign up today for an hour (or less!) to make a difference in someone’s life. Call Amy Steinbeck at 781.4554 for availability.
Garden of Eatin' 2/22/09
The Garden of Eatin’ committee is getting ready to plan the 2009 garden. Last year we raised almost $2000.00 (that’s $1000 for the Capital Campaign and $1000 for the LUMC food ministries.) This can’t be done without your help. If you enjoy gardening and can donate consistent time (i.e. 1x/week), please attend a planning meeting on Thursday, February 26th, at 7pm in room 220.
If you cannot attend this meeting, but are interested in helping, please email Kelly Minette at tkminette@kc.rr.com
If you cannot attend this meeting, but are interested in helping, please email Kelly Minette at tkminette@kc.rr.com
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Mark's Remarks 2/15/09
It’s Valentine’s Day weekend. I didn’t forget. But neither did I do it justice. Romance has changed a good deal. Several I’ve visited have met their fiances on something like eharmony.com. They describe a variation on the decades-old computer matching game, only this time using the internet. I suppose you know how it goes. You answer a bevy of questions. You list your likes and dislikes followed by your desires and needs. You identify the top five things that attract you. Then you add the top five things that repulse you. Somebody creates a profile. Then the profile is made part of a network. Truth be told, I’m quite impressed with how sophisticated this whole process has become.
One fellow described his experience. Once his data was made available to the general public, he got eighty hits on his profile. From the eighty hits, he got twenty-two extended internet conversations with females. From the twenty-two extended conversations, he got ten first dates. From the ten first dates, he got one second date. And the second date failed to yield a third date. Which was when he decided to redo his profile. Starting from scratch, he was more successful in the second round. He met Wanda Wonderful. And they were married.
No matter how perfect the methodology, it can't guarantee chemistry. "I don't know why I love you like I do. I don't know why, I just do." That sounded stupid when someone sang it half a century ago. But we haven't gotten far beyond it since.
If you have a love, love him or her well, as Jesus did, in a servant like manner. Minister to your husband/wife. When that happens mutually, it is wonderful to behold. If you’re single at this time, you never know what might happen. God has a whole category of individuals who might be your “soul-mate.” Regardless, it takes lots of time and cultivation. Being a minister isn’t just for preachers.
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Surely enjoyed our Boy Scout Sunday last week. I believe it’s the best one I’ve ever experienced. A big thank you to the Scouts for a $500 donation!
One fellow described his experience. Once his data was made available to the general public, he got eighty hits on his profile. From the eighty hits, he got twenty-two extended internet conversations with females. From the twenty-two extended conversations, he got ten first dates. From the ten first dates, he got one second date. And the second date failed to yield a third date. Which was when he decided to redo his profile. Starting from scratch, he was more successful in the second round. He met Wanda Wonderful. And they were married.
No matter how perfect the methodology, it can't guarantee chemistry. "I don't know why I love you like I do. I don't know why, I just do." That sounded stupid when someone sang it half a century ago. But we haven't gotten far beyond it since.
If you have a love, love him or her well, as Jesus did, in a servant like manner. Minister to your husband/wife. When that happens mutually, it is wonderful to behold. If you’re single at this time, you never know what might happen. God has a whole category of individuals who might be your “soul-mate.” Regardless, it takes lots of time and cultivation. Being a minister isn’t just for preachers.
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Surely enjoyed our Boy Scout Sunday last week. I believe it’s the best one I’ve ever experienced. A big thank you to the Scouts for a $500 donation!
30-Hour Famine
Every 2 years LUMY takes part in World Vision’s 30- Hour Famine. This is a program that not only raises money, but also awareness to the fact that 26,000 kids die every day to hunger-related causes. In 2007 we slept outside in boxes and raised a little more than $5,000.00 and helped 14 kids eat for a year!
Our famine will take place this year on Feb. 26th and 27th. We will be sleeping outside again in our own built cardboard boxes to get just a little taste of what a homeless person may have to go through. As a group we fast together for 30 hours while we not only learn about the issues at hand, but also serve in our community.
We got together as a group to set some goals for this year, to see what we could do to help out our community, and how we could raise money. We settled on starting our fundraising goal where we finished in 2007. Our goal is $5000.00. As for doing work around the community, we need your help.
We would like to do some work around the Liberty area, and especially help out people who need it. If you know someone who needs some cleaning done, or a yard raked, or gutters emptied and you don’t have the time to help, you can purchase our help for a donation to the 30- hour famine and we will send a team of capable students out to get the job done on either Thursday evening or Friday morning.
If you would like to make a donation to the cause, you can drop it off at the youth office with checks payable to World Vision. You may also follow the link listed above to donate online. All donations can be tax-deductible.
Thanks so much for supporting LUMY in all we do.
Please contact Sarah Beard at sarah.beard@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 ext 110.
Keep your ears and eyes open for other ways you can help.
Go to
http://www.30hourfamine.org/portal/onlinegiving/donate/45187310-002
to donate on line
Our famine will take place this year on Feb. 26th and 27th. We will be sleeping outside again in our own built cardboard boxes to get just a little taste of what a homeless person may have to go through. As a group we fast together for 30 hours while we not only learn about the issues at hand, but also serve in our community.
We got together as a group to set some goals for this year, to see what we could do to help out our community, and how we could raise money. We settled on starting our fundraising goal where we finished in 2007. Our goal is $5000.00. As for doing work around the community, we need your help.
We would like to do some work around the Liberty area, and especially help out people who need it. If you know someone who needs some cleaning done, or a yard raked, or gutters emptied and you don’t have the time to help, you can purchase our help for a donation to the 30- hour famine and we will send a team of capable students out to get the job done on either Thursday evening or Friday morning.
If you would like to make a donation to the cause, you can drop it off at the youth office with checks payable to World Vision. You may also follow the link listed above to donate online. All donations can be tax-deductible.
Thanks so much for supporting LUMY in all we do.
Please contact Sarah Beard at sarah.beard@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 ext 110.
Keep your ears and eyes open for other ways you can help.
Go to
http://www.30hourfamine.org/portal/onlinegiving/donate/45187310-002
to donate on line
Garden of Eatin' 2/15/09
The Garden of Eatin’ committee is getting ready to plan the 2009 garden. Last year we raised almost $2000.00 (that’s $1000 for the Capital Campaign and $1000 for the LUMC food ministries.) This can’t be done without your help. If you enjoy gardening and can donate consistent time (i.e. 1x/week) please attend a planning meeting on Thursday, February 26th, at
7pm in room 220.
If you cannot attend this meeting, but are interested in helping, please email Kelly Minette at tkminette@kc.rr.com
7pm in room 220.
If you cannot attend this meeting, but are interested in helping, please email Kelly Minette at tkminette@kc.rr.com
LUMC Dirt Team 2/15/09
LUMC’s “Dirt Team” spent the week of February 1-6 in Neosho, Mo. They helped a cattle farmer clear away trees from his fence line. This is the third time in three years he had done this due to 2 previous ice storms and a tornado that hit in May of 2008. With damaged fence lines he had to sell all his cattle, hoping in the near future to rebuild his stock. Those who helped were Jim Sajevic, Everett Easley, Bill Moorefield, Jim Gleason, Glenn Miller, Kevin Fisher and a friend of Kevin’s , Gary Taylor from Fairfax, MO.
Music Notes 2/15/09
The Luther College Nordic Choir, one of the top a cappella college choirs in the nation, will perform in the sanctuary of the Liberty United Methodist Church. The concert performance by the 75-member Nordic Choir is open to the public, and a free-will offering will be received.
The Liberty UMC concert is part of the Nordic Choir’s tour of the Midwest as they journey to the American Choral Director’s Association National convention in Oklahoma City. The choir tours annually and has performed in major concert halls in the United States and Central and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Craig Arnold is Director of Choral Activities, Conductor of the Nordic Choir, and Professor of Music at Luther College in Decorah, IA following the 57-year tenure of Weston Noble.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear the Nordic Choir, as they will surely bless our lives with their tremendous choral artistry.
The Liberty UMC concert is part of the Nordic Choir’s tour of the Midwest as they journey to the American Choral Director’s Association National convention in Oklahoma City. The choir tours annually and has performed in major concert halls in the United States and Central and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Craig Arnold is Director of Choral Activities, Conductor of the Nordic Choir, and Professor of Music at Luther College in Decorah, IA following the 57-year tenure of Weston Noble.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear the Nordic Choir, as they will surely bless our lives with their tremendous choral artistry.
Adult Ministries 2/15/09
When God’s People Pray
Churchwide small group study begins the first week of Lent.
Ways to Register:
Online at www.lumcmo.org
Stop by the sign-up table in the narthex or FLC foyer before or after worship
Contact Lora Wiles at 7871-4554 x111 or Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org
The study includes DVD teaching and small group discussion. Large group presentations will occur on Monday and Wednesday evening in the Family Life Center. Smaller groups will meet in homes and at the church throughout the week.
Discussion leaders are needed; training will be provided.
Small Group Invitations…
Faith Lessons: Bible Stories for Adults is a great group for HIS Kids parents and others who want a quick Bible lesson on Wednesday nights. Come to the Study Center at 6 pm on Wednesdays for a DVD and discussion. Each week is self-contained. No homework is required, but you’re guaranteed to leave hungry for more. You’ll be out in time to pick up your children from HIS Kids.
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Curious about the similarities and differences between various Christian denominations? Lighthouse small group invites you to join them on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in Study Center 2 for Christianity’s Family Tree beginning this Sunday. Cara Pilch facilitates.
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Need help identifying your Spiritual Gifts? Join Genesis in the Study Center at 9:45 for Serving From the Heart
Almost 60 people have signed up for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. It’s possible to obtain a late registration if you’re interested in the group beginning February 22. Contact Lora Wiles for details
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew or
contact Straud at 468-8325 or sbrewer5@kc.rr.com
Churchwide small group study begins the first week of Lent.
Ways to Register:
Online at www.lumcmo.org
Stop by the sign-up table in the narthex or FLC foyer before or after worship
Contact Lora Wiles at 7871-4554 x111 or Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org
The study includes DVD teaching and small group discussion. Large group presentations will occur on Monday and Wednesday evening in the Family Life Center. Smaller groups will meet in homes and at the church throughout the week.
Discussion leaders are needed; training will be provided.
Small Group Invitations…
Faith Lessons: Bible Stories for Adults is a great group for HIS Kids parents and others who want a quick Bible lesson on Wednesday nights. Come to the Study Center at 6 pm on Wednesdays for a DVD and discussion. Each week is self-contained. No homework is required, but you’re guaranteed to leave hungry for more. You’ll be out in time to pick up your children from HIS Kids.
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Curious about the similarities and differences between various Christian denominations? Lighthouse small group invites you to join them on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in Study Center 2 for Christianity’s Family Tree beginning this Sunday. Cara Pilch facilitates.
**********
Need help identifying your Spiritual Gifts? Join Genesis in the Study Center at 9:45 for Serving From the Heart
Almost 60 people have signed up for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. It’s possible to obtain a late registration if you’re interested in the group beginning February 22. Contact Lora Wiles for details
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew or
contact Straud at 468-8325 or sbrewer5@kc.rr.com
LUMY 2/15/09
New Website- In case you haven’t checked it out yet, we have a great new and improved LUMY website that is updated constantly, http://lumy.weebly.com/ or you can link from the church’s main website. Lumcmo.org.
Bible Study- Wednesday Night Bible Study has been fun, engaging, challenging, and relevant. If you haven’t been yet, check it out this Wednesday. 8th-12th-graders meet from 5-6pm in Study Center 4. We get dinner as part of Wednesday night supper before the study and bring it over. 6th-and 7th-graders meet from 6:15-7pm in Study Center 5 (The LUMY Room). In this Bible Study we are learning about discernment and how to use it concerning media and its influence. For more information check out: http://cpyu.org/Default.aspx
Tonight we are doing something awesome after LUMY. LUMY’s Goin’ to the Movies. So, LUMY this Sunday is a bit different. It will be ALL LUMY from 7:00-8:30. We’ll then have a movie night at the church. Because y’all don’t have school on Monday! We won’t have snacks ahead of time, so please don’t show up before 7:00pm. We will have popcorn for free during the movie, and pop and candy will be for sale. So bring a few bucks if you want anything. We’re still ironing out the details, so you’ll get a detailed email later this week.
A quick summary:
Who: ALL LUMY
What: LUMY and a Movie
When: Sunday, February 15th, 7:00-8:30pm (LUMY) and 8:30-10:30 (Movie)
Where: FLC/Wesley Hall
Cost: Whatever you want for candy or pop
This past Sunday we hosted the Northland Youth United Worship
service, and it was a great time of worship, fellowship, and learning.
Ash Wednesday- February 25th, is the kickoff of the season of Lent. This is the season (roughly 40 days) leading up to Easter. Our church will have an Ash Wednesday Service that night, so there will be NO BIBLE STUDY on Wednesday, February 25th. I invite you all to come that night and take part in the service.
MISSION TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT! It is finally settled. We will be traveling back to New Orleans with completed 8th-graders-completed Seniors. We will be going the week of August 1st-8th. If you are interested, let us know and we will be updating you on information as we find out more about cost. This will be our only youth mission “trip” this summer due to camp, Faithworks, VBS, and the college mission trip...and the current economic status of our country. Don’t forget you have an opportunity to serve in the Food Kitchen every first Saturday!
Bible Study- Wednesday Night Bible Study has been fun, engaging, challenging, and relevant. If you haven’t been yet, check it out this Wednesday. 8th-12th-graders meet from 5-6pm in Study Center 4. We get dinner as part of Wednesday night supper before the study and bring it over. 6th-and 7th-graders meet from 6:15-7pm in Study Center 5 (The LUMY Room). In this Bible Study we are learning about discernment and how to use it concerning media and its influence. For more information check out: http://cpyu.org/Default.aspx
Tonight we are doing something awesome after LUMY. LUMY’s Goin’ to the Movies. So, LUMY this Sunday is a bit different. It will be ALL LUMY from 7:00-8:30. We’ll then have a movie night at the church. Because y’all don’t have school on Monday! We won’t have snacks ahead of time, so please don’t show up before 7:00pm. We will have popcorn for free during the movie, and pop and candy will be for sale. So bring a few bucks if you want anything. We’re still ironing out the details, so you’ll get a detailed email later this week.
A quick summary:
Who: ALL LUMY
What: LUMY and a Movie
When: Sunday, February 15th, 7:00-8:30pm (LUMY) and 8:30-10:30 (Movie)
Where: FLC/Wesley Hall
Cost: Whatever you want for candy or pop
This past Sunday we hosted the Northland Youth United Worship
service, and it was a great time of worship, fellowship, and learning.
Ash Wednesday- February 25th, is the kickoff of the season of Lent. This is the season (roughly 40 days) leading up to Easter. Our church will have an Ash Wednesday Service that night, so there will be NO BIBLE STUDY on Wednesday, February 25th. I invite you all to come that night and take part in the service.
MISSION TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT! It is finally settled. We will be traveling back to New Orleans with completed 8th-graders-completed Seniors. We will be going the week of August 1st-8th. If you are interested, let us know and we will be updating you on information as we find out more about cost. This will be our only youth mission “trip” this summer due to camp, Faithworks, VBS, and the college mission trip...and the current economic status of our country. Don’t forget you have an opportunity to serve in the Food Kitchen every first Saturday!
Children's Ministries 2/15/09
The children’s Sunday School lesson for today is called Lost and Found. It comes from Luke 15:8-10. The kids will learn about a woman who lost a coin. It wasn’t much, but it was all she had. The coin was important to the woman, just as we are important to God.
Donations needed for our children’s ministries.
We are in need of: Blue painters tape, glue sticks, any color pipe cleaners, and butterfly stickers. If you can help us with any of these items, please bring them to Sondra’s office, room 212.
During the month of February, the children’s Stewardship Lessons focus on “Our Presence.” Our teacher covenant states that: we will be in attendance unless we’re ill or out of town. Please thank our teachers for setting such a good example of good attendance to our children!
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring our Methodist Church Camps. This week’s question: How many camps do we have and where are they?
*Blue Mountain United Methodist Center is nestled between Van East and Blue Mountain and
surrounded by the Mark Twain National Forest. Its address is Frederickton, MO.
*Camp Galilee is located on its Mid-Eastern
namesake lake. Its address is El Dorado
Springs, MO.
*Camp Jo-Ota is located in the north central part of the state. Its address is Clarence, MO.
*Wilderness Retreat and Development Center is the closest to LUMC. Its address is Lawson, MO.
Tomorrow there will be a Veggie-Tales party for our children at church, beginning at 10:00. Kids (and their parents or babysitters) meet Ms. Sondra in Wesley Hall. We’ll be watching a movie, so pillows and blankets are welcome! We’ll be learning all about promises and patience.
Mark Your Calendars ~ It’s Retreat Time for 4th- and 5th- Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ Saturday, March 7 ~ Sunday morning, March 8
Come and have a crazy good time with a
College Student Ministry Team from Asbury College!
More details to come!
Donations needed for our children’s ministries.
We are in need of: Blue painters tape, glue sticks, any color pipe cleaners, and butterfly stickers. If you can help us with any of these items, please bring them to Sondra’s office, room 212.
During the month of February, the children’s Stewardship Lessons focus on “Our Presence.” Our teacher covenant states that: we will be in attendance unless we’re ill or out of town. Please thank our teachers for setting such a good example of good attendance to our children!
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring our Methodist Church Camps. This week’s question: How many camps do we have and where are they?
*Blue Mountain United Methodist Center is nestled between Van East and Blue Mountain and
surrounded by the Mark Twain National Forest. Its address is Frederickton, MO.
*Camp Galilee is located on its Mid-Eastern
namesake lake. Its address is El Dorado
Springs, MO.
*Camp Jo-Ota is located in the north central part of the state. Its address is Clarence, MO.
*Wilderness Retreat and Development Center is the closest to LUMC. Its address is Lawson, MO.
Tomorrow there will be a Veggie-Tales party for our children at church, beginning at 10:00. Kids (and their parents or babysitters) meet Ms. Sondra in Wesley Hall. We’ll be watching a movie, so pillows and blankets are welcome! We’ll be learning all about promises and patience.
Mark Your Calendars ~ It’s Retreat Time for 4th- and 5th- Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ Saturday, March 7 ~ Sunday morning, March 8
Come and have a crazy good time with a
College Student Ministry Team from Asbury College!
More details to come!
Mission News 2/15/09
The Missions Work Area is planning our second annual mission work trip (for persons 14 years or older) to Crow Creek Reservation in South Dakota June 14-20, 2009. We will be working with Lakota people of the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. Crow Creek Reservation is located about 60 miles southeast from Pierre, South Dakota. Mission teams assist with repairs to homes, churches, shelters, youth center, daycare
facilities, etc. Other tasks available are sewing, working in the Thrift Shop or Food Pantry, cooking in the hot lunch program, providing VBS at the Boys/Girls Club, and much more. There are always varied work projects to keep team members busy.
The cost of this VIM mission trip is $200-$275, which covers food, transportation, lodging, and building materials. The reservation housing can accommodate up to 100 people. If you are interested in being a part of this mission experience, please contact Everett Easley at the church office, 781-4554, by March 17. A $125 application fee will be due from each participant wishing to go. This will help secure our team’s date on the calendar. Informational meetings will be forthcoming.
We will be there to appreciate, to understand, to learn, to make friends and to nurture the hope that the Lakota People have in themselves. We are looking forward to a great week where we will come together to do God's work.
Peter Lengkeek and Pat Croley, from the Crow Creek Reservation in South Dakota, will be making a visit to the Kansas City area sometime around the end of February. They have sent us a list of items that are needed and they will be in the area to pick them up. When we spoke with Peter, he said there is an abundance of clothing other than the items listed. If you can help with any of the items listed, please drop them in the marked boxes in the narthex and in the FLC Foyer.
These items are needed:
Soft blankets for babies and small children.
Items for babies and children up to 5T:
Diapers and pull-ups-all sizes
Onesies and sleepers
Receiving blankets
Car seats
SUMMER clothing
Older children:
Tennis shoes
socks-low cut or no show
underwear
SUMMER clothing-tee shirts, jeans, shorts
Adult items:
toothpaste and toothbrushes
Breast pads
dishwashing and laundry detergent
Greenworks products
Women's products
Trash bags
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Bath soap
Garden Seeds:
corn, green beans, watermelons, cantaloupes, pumpkins, jalapeno peppers, green peppers, yellow and zucchini squash, and any other interesting seeds.
Canning supplies
For donation of the following items,
please contact Kevin Fisher at 781-4554.
ITEMS FOR PETER-
2 cordless drills-14 to 18 volt heavy duty
A generator
Tiller-heavy duty walk behind
Water-based heaters that look like radiators
facilities, etc. Other tasks available are sewing, working in the Thrift Shop or Food Pantry, cooking in the hot lunch program, providing VBS at the Boys/Girls Club, and much more. There are always varied work projects to keep team members busy.
The cost of this VIM mission trip is $200-$275, which covers food, transportation, lodging, and building materials. The reservation housing can accommodate up to 100 people. If you are interested in being a part of this mission experience, please contact Everett Easley at the church office, 781-4554, by March 17. A $125 application fee will be due from each participant wishing to go. This will help secure our team’s date on the calendar. Informational meetings will be forthcoming.
We will be there to appreciate, to understand, to learn, to make friends and to nurture the hope that the Lakota People have in themselves. We are looking forward to a great week where we will come together to do God's work.
Peter Lengkeek and Pat Croley, from the Crow Creek Reservation in South Dakota, will be making a visit to the Kansas City area sometime around the end of February. They have sent us a list of items that are needed and they will be in the area to pick them up. When we spoke with Peter, he said there is an abundance of clothing other than the items listed. If you can help with any of the items listed, please drop them in the marked boxes in the narthex and in the FLC Foyer.
These items are needed:
Soft blankets for babies and small children.
Items for babies and children up to 5T:
Diapers and pull-ups-all sizes
Onesies and sleepers
Receiving blankets
Car seats
SUMMER clothing
Older children:
Tennis shoes
socks-low cut or no show
underwear
SUMMER clothing-tee shirts, jeans, shorts
Adult items:
toothpaste and toothbrushes
Breast pads
dishwashing and laundry detergent
Greenworks products
Women's products
Trash bags
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Bath soap
Garden Seeds:
corn, green beans, watermelons, cantaloupes, pumpkins, jalapeno peppers, green peppers, yellow and zucchini squash, and any other interesting seeds.
Canning supplies
For donation of the following items,
please contact Kevin Fisher at 781-4554.
ITEMS FOR PETER-
2 cordless drills-14 to 18 volt heavy duty
A generator
Tiller-heavy duty walk behind
Water-based heaters that look like radiators
LUMC Dirt Team News 02/12/09
LUMC’s “Dirt Team” spent the week of February 1-6 in Neosho, Mo. They helped a cattle farmer clear away trees from his fence line. This is the third time in three years he had done this due to 2 previous ice storms and a tornado that hit in May of 2008. With damaged fence lines he had to sell all his cattle, hoping in the near future to rebuild his stock. Those who helped were Jim Sajevic, Everett Easley, Bill Moorefield, Jim Gleason, Glenn Miller, Kevin Fisher and a friend of Kevin’s , Gary Taylor from Fairfax, MO.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Mark's Remarks 02/08/09
The other day, one of our women, Lila Weatherford, was volunteering at InAsMuch food pantry, which is her custom. She tripped and fell, hitting her head on the curb. In the Liberty ER, as she was being sutured by the attending physician, Lila’s son Paul, a cop, looked at her wound which crowned her
rapidly coloring “goose egg” and commented, “Mom, you have curb appeal.” Cop humor is decidedly different, but he made a point.
Lila has curb appeal. She always looks just like a Macy’s ad. But it’s more than that. Lila is constantly out in ministry, serving God in numerous ways, making the world better. There’s nothing she wouldn’t do for the love of Jesus and His children. Lila makes the faith look good to those around her. She has curb appeal for the faith.
I hope that all of us live the winsome witness of Lila Weatherford.
rapidly coloring “goose egg” and commented, “Mom, you have curb appeal.” Cop humor is decidedly different, but he made a point.
Lila has curb appeal. She always looks just like a Macy’s ad. But it’s more than that. Lila is constantly out in ministry, serving God in numerous ways, making the world better. There’s nothing she wouldn’t do for the love of Jesus and His children. Lila makes the faith look good to those around her. She has curb appeal for the faith.
I hope that all of us live the winsome witness of Lila Weatherford.
When God's People Pray 02/08/09
Have Questions About the Lenten Small Group Study of When God’s People Pray?
Can You Help Me Find a Small Group to Join? Absolutely! Signup by filling out the blue sheet included in this VIEW, registering online at the church website www.lumcmo.org or contacting
Lora Wiles at the church.
How does Liberty United Methodist celebrate Lent? At LUMC, you’re invited to add something to your spiritual life each Lent by “giving up” some time to participate in a church-wide small group study.
What are the ways I can help make theLenten study a success? Participate! Signup early, open your home to host a group, or offer to facilitate a group (this is the easiest study to lead that we’ve ever done, and advance training will be provided).
What is Lent? Lent is a time of repentance and preparation set aside on the church calendar to prepare our hearts for Easter. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, Lent is often associated with giving up or sacrificing something from our daily lives.
What is the study for Lent this year? We’ll be meeting in small groups at church and in people’s homes for a six-week study of Jim Cymbala’s, When God’s People Pray. Talk with your friends about forming a small group (10-12 people is ideal).
Are there special worship opportunities during Lent? In additional to Palm Sunday and Easter services, plan to attend special services on Ash Wednesday (2/25), Maundy Thursday (4/9) and Good Friday (4/10). They are each uniquely planned to enhance your understanding of and participation in the season of Lent.
What if I’ve never been in a small group before? This is the perfect time to try one out for this 6-week study.
When do groups start meeting? Groups meet for 6 weeks beginning the first week of March.
When should I sign up? NOW!
Talking about prayer scares me. It scares a lot of people, but we’re called to be people of prayer; so come and learn together.
Can You Help Me Find a Small Group to Join? Absolutely! Signup by filling out the blue sheet included in this VIEW, registering online at the church website www.lumcmo.org or contacting
Lora Wiles at the church.
How does Liberty United Methodist celebrate Lent? At LUMC, you’re invited to add something to your spiritual life each Lent by “giving up” some time to participate in a church-wide small group study.
What are the ways I can help make theLenten study a success? Participate! Signup early, open your home to host a group, or offer to facilitate a group (this is the easiest study to lead that we’ve ever done, and advance training will be provided).
What is Lent? Lent is a time of repentance and preparation set aside on the church calendar to prepare our hearts for Easter. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, Lent is often associated with giving up or sacrificing something from our daily lives.
What is the study for Lent this year? We’ll be meeting in small groups at church and in people’s homes for a six-week study of Jim Cymbala’s, When God’s People Pray. Talk with your friends about forming a small group (10-12 people is ideal).
Are there special worship opportunities during Lent? In additional to Palm Sunday and Easter services, plan to attend special services on Ash Wednesday (2/25), Maundy Thursday (4/9) and Good Friday (4/10). They are each uniquely planned to enhance your understanding of and participation in the season of Lent.
What if I’ve never been in a small group before? This is the perfect time to try one out for this 6-week study.
When do groups start meeting? Groups meet for 6 weeks beginning the first week of March.
When should I sign up? NOW!
Talking about prayer scares me. It scares a lot of people, but we’re called to be people of prayer; so come and learn together.
Adult Ministries 02/08/09
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University
Register NOW for classes to begin February 22
Next 13-week Session begins Sunday, February 22 ~ 6:30-8:30 pm
Attend a Preview Session TODAYSun., Feb 8 @ 9:45 (sanctuary) & 10:30 (rm 109) to enroll and purchase your kit ($95). Kits must be purchased this week.
The Perfect Valentine’s Gift for Your Spouse!
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew or
contact Straud at 468-8325 or sbrewer5@kc.rr.com
Small Group Invitations…
Curious about the similarities and differences between various Christian denominations? Lighthouse small group invites you to join them on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in Study Center 2 for Christianity’s Family Tree beginning this Sunday. Cara Pilch facilitates.
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Are you a blogger? C3 small group announces their blogspot where Christians can ask questions and share ideas. http://c3lumc.blogspot.com/
Check it out!
Check the cover of this VIEW for details about the churchwide small group study,
When God’s People Pray,
which begins the first week of Lent.
Ways to Register:
Online at www.lumcmo.org
Fill out the blue form included in this VIEW and return it to the church office
Contact Lora Wiles at 781-4554 x111 or Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org
The study includes DVD teaching and small group discussion. Large group presentations will occur on Monday and Wednesday evening in the Family Life Center. Smaller groups will meet in homes and at the church throughout the week. Discussion leaders are needed; training will be provided.
Register NOW for classes to begin February 22
Next 13-week Session begins Sunday, February 22 ~ 6:30-8:30 pm
Attend a Preview Session TODAYSun., Feb 8 @ 9:45 (sanctuary) & 10:30 (rm 109) to enroll and purchase your kit ($95). Kits must be purchased this week.
The Perfect Valentine’s Gift for Your Spouse!
A Weekend to Remember Straud Brewer is organizing registrations and group discounts for this great Family Life Today marriage weekend conference coming to Overland Park March 13-15 or March 20-22.Follow this link to register and read Straud’s testimony about A Weekend to Rememberhttp://www.familylife.com/groups/brewscrew or
contact Straud at 468-8325 or sbrewer5@kc.rr.com
Small Group Invitations…
Curious about the similarities and differences between various Christian denominations? Lighthouse small group invites you to join them on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in Study Center 2 for Christianity’s Family Tree beginning this Sunday. Cara Pilch facilitates.
~~~~~~~~
Are you a blogger? C3 small group announces their blogspot where Christians can ask questions and share ideas. http://c3lumc.blogspot.com/
Check it out!
Check the cover of this VIEW for details about the churchwide small group study,
When God’s People Pray,
which begins the first week of Lent.
Ways to Register:
Online at www.lumcmo.org
Fill out the blue form included in this VIEW and return it to the church office
Contact Lora Wiles at 781-4554 x111 or Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org
The study includes DVD teaching and small group discussion. Large group presentations will occur on Monday and Wednesday evening in the Family Life Center. Smaller groups will meet in homes and at the church throughout the week. Discussion leaders are needed; training will be provided.
LUMY 02/08/09
This Summer, LUMY is teaming up with the Dirt Team folks to plan our Mission Trip. We are working with the Methodist Conference, and in doing this we need someone to come along to prepare our meals. We will be heading back down to the New Orleans area to continue cleanup from August 1st to the 8th. If you would be interested in going on this trip as a cook for the team, please contact Andrew or Sarah at your earliest convenience. Thanks!
Bible Study- If you haven’t been here yet for Bible Study, check it out this Wednesday. 8th-12th-graders meet from 5-6pm in Study Center 4. We get dinner as part of Wednesday night supper before the study and bring it over. 6th-and 7th-graders meet from 6:15-7pm in Study Center 5 (The LUMY Room). In this Bible Study we are learning about discernment and how to use it concerning media and its influence. For more information check out: http://cpyu.org/Default.aspx.
On Super Bowl Sunday LUMY and Pleasant Valley Baptist youth teamed up to do a canned food drive for In As Much Ministry, and to watch the Super Bowl. We collected around 8,000 items from the city of Liberty...which is awesome! We had around 40 students join us and the night was a HUGE success filled with game watching, game playing, eating and laughing.
Tonight we are hosting the NYU, Northland Youth United. This is a time for all of the Methodist Youth Groups in the Northland get together to worship. All LUMY meets from 6:00-7:30pm tonight. There will be a 30-Hour Famine meeting right after for 8th-12th graders who are interested.
30-Hour Famine-30-Hour Famine is for 8th-12th-graders and will be held on Feb 26th-27th through the night. This is an event where students can choose to “Starve for Food.” It is a fundraiser to help support World Vision and their cause to Fight World Hunger. In 2007 we participated in 30- Hour Famine and we raised over $5,000.00. More than 26,000 kids under age 5 die every day from hunger-related causes! We can help stop this cycle! It only takes $30.00 a month to feed and care for a child for a month. We are super excited to be doing this again. This year’s famine will be held at the home of Jenna and Lora Wiles and in their backyard (as we sleep in cardboard boxes). It is important for us to do this sort of humanitarian work so that we can be a compassionate people who care about the needs of others. The 2-day event will be filled with learning experiences, community work, games and even a little sleep! The fast will start on Thursday morning at 6:00am (so eat an early breakfast) and we will break the fast together on Friday at noon. If you are interested and want more details, there will be an informational meeting where you can order t-shirts, get your fundraising packet and get all kinds of details following the NYU event this Sunday night in the FLC from 7:30-8:00pm! If you want to make a difference in someone’s life, this is the perfect way to do it.
Check out our new LUMY website. Www.lumy.weebly.com.
Bible Study- If you haven’t been here yet for Bible Study, check it out this Wednesday. 8th-12th-graders meet from 5-6pm in Study Center 4. We get dinner as part of Wednesday night supper before the study and bring it over. 6th-and 7th-graders meet from 6:15-7pm in Study Center 5 (The LUMY Room). In this Bible Study we are learning about discernment and how to use it concerning media and its influence. For more information check out: http://cpyu.org/Default.aspx.
On Super Bowl Sunday LUMY and Pleasant Valley Baptist youth teamed up to do a canned food drive for In As Much Ministry, and to watch the Super Bowl. We collected around 8,000 items from the city of Liberty...which is awesome! We had around 40 students join us and the night was a HUGE success filled with game watching, game playing, eating and laughing.
Tonight we are hosting the NYU, Northland Youth United. This is a time for all of the Methodist Youth Groups in the Northland get together to worship. All LUMY meets from 6:00-7:30pm tonight. There will be a 30-Hour Famine meeting right after for 8th-12th graders who are interested.
30-Hour Famine-30-Hour Famine is for 8th-12th-graders and will be held on Feb 26th-27th through the night. This is an event where students can choose to “Starve for Food.” It is a fundraiser to help support World Vision and their cause to Fight World Hunger. In 2007 we participated in 30- Hour Famine and we raised over $5,000.00. More than 26,000 kids under age 5 die every day from hunger-related causes! We can help stop this cycle! It only takes $30.00 a month to feed and care for a child for a month. We are super excited to be doing this again. This year’s famine will be held at the home of Jenna and Lora Wiles and in their backyard (as we sleep in cardboard boxes). It is important for us to do this sort of humanitarian work so that we can be a compassionate people who care about the needs of others. The 2-day event will be filled with learning experiences, community work, games and even a little sleep! The fast will start on Thursday morning at 6:00am (so eat an early breakfast) and we will break the fast together on Friday at noon. If you are interested and want more details, there will be an informational meeting where you can order t-shirts, get your fundraising packet and get all kinds of details following the NYU event this Sunday night in the FLC from 7:30-8:00pm! If you want to make a difference in someone’s life, this is the perfect way to do it.
Check out our new LUMY website. Www.lumy.weebly.com.
Children's Ministries 02/08/09
The Children’s Sunday School lessons for February 8th come from Matthew 25:14-29. The children will learn that Jesus told many stories. One of these stories was the parable of the talents. After Sunday School, ask your child what the “talents” were.
This week’s stewardship lesson for children focuses on “our presence.” Each week in February the children will put a sticker on a classroom attendance chart, tracking their presence.
God gives us time. The children will learn that we need to give some of that time back to God. Discuss with your child, “How do we tithe our time to God?”
Summer Church Camp
The camp schedules are out! It’s time to plan your church camps dates NOW, before your summer calendar fills up. You can pick up a brochure on the bulletin board outside Sondra’s office, room 212. You can also go on-line to check out the dates www.mocamps.org. To register on-line you need a Church Camp Code from Sondra Buell for the voucher . . . LUMC to pay ½ the camp fee, up to $125.00 for members’ children. Let’s go to camp!!!!
Veggie-Tales Party
Hey kids, on Monday, February 16, LPS has no school, so we invite you to a Veggie-Tales Party with Abe and the Amazing Promise! Meet Ms. Sondra in Wesley Hall at 10:00 am. We’ll be finished by noon. We’ll play some games, hear the Bible Story, eat some awesome snacks and watch the movie.
We’ll witness Bob the Tomato trying to bring the story of Abraham and Sarah to life, and learn of their wait for a promised son. We’ll see how their patience is tested when spitting camels and a film crew of zany French peas get involved. But whether we’re waiting on a promise from God or cookies from teachers or parents, we’ll learn that while being patient is never easy, the reward is always worth the wait!
This afternoon the HIS Kids children will be singing at the Love Inc. Concert of Concerts, held at 2nd Baptist Church at 3:00 pm. Come and listen to them sing - Everyone is invited!
Kids Bulletins and Kids Worship Bags are available for your children during worship. After worship, please put the bags in the “Used Worship Bags” tubs so we can refresh and refill them before next Sunday.
!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mark Your Calendars!!!!!!!!
It’s Retreat Time for 4th-and 5th-Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ Saturday, March 7 ~ Sunday morning, March 8
Come and have a crazy good time with a
College Student Ministry Team from Asbury College!
More details to come!
This week’s stewardship lesson for children focuses on “our presence.” Each week in February the children will put a sticker on a classroom attendance chart, tracking their presence.
God gives us time. The children will learn that we need to give some of that time back to God. Discuss with your child, “How do we tithe our time to God?”
Summer Church Camp
The camp schedules are out! It’s time to plan your church camps dates NOW, before your summer calendar fills up. You can pick up a brochure on the bulletin board outside Sondra’s office, room 212. You can also go on-line to check out the dates www.mocamps.org. To register on-line you need a Church Camp Code from Sondra Buell for the voucher . . . LUMC to pay ½ the camp fee, up to $125.00 for members’ children. Let’s go to camp!!!!
Veggie-Tales Party
Hey kids, on Monday, February 16, LPS has no school, so we invite you to a Veggie-Tales Party with Abe and the Amazing Promise! Meet Ms. Sondra in Wesley Hall at 10:00 am. We’ll be finished by noon. We’ll play some games, hear the Bible Story, eat some awesome snacks and watch the movie.
We’ll witness Bob the Tomato trying to bring the story of Abraham and Sarah to life, and learn of their wait for a promised son. We’ll see how their patience is tested when spitting camels and a film crew of zany French peas get involved. But whether we’re waiting on a promise from God or cookies from teachers or parents, we’ll learn that while being patient is never easy, the reward is always worth the wait!
This afternoon the HIS Kids children will be singing at the Love Inc. Concert of Concerts, held at 2nd Baptist Church at 3:00 pm. Come and listen to them sing - Everyone is invited!
Kids Bulletins and Kids Worship Bags are available for your children during worship. After worship, please put the bags in the “Used Worship Bags” tubs so we can refresh and refill them before next Sunday.
!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mark Your Calendars!!!!!!!!
It’s Retreat Time for 4th-and 5th-Graders
Friday eve, March 6 ~ Saturday, March 7 ~ Sunday morning, March 8
Come and have a crazy good time with a
College Student Ministry Team from Asbury College!
More details to come!
Worship Through the Arts 02/08/09
Worship Through The Arts Concert Series
Upcoming Events
April 25 = Joseph Martin, Piano and Composer in concert
26th = Sunday Worship
June 27 – The Greatest Generation:
A Historical and Musical Review of God’s Faithfulness
7:00 PM
Upcoming Events
April 25 = Joseph Martin, Piano and Composer in concert
26th = Sunday Worship
June 27 – The Greatest Generation:
A Historical and Musical Review of God’s Faithfulness
7:00 PM
Mission Notes 02/08/09
Peter Lengkeek and Pat Croley, from the Crow Creek Reservation in South Dakota, will be making a visit to the Kansas City area sometime around the end of February. They have sent us a list of items that are needed and they will be in the area to pick them up. When we spoke with Peter, he said there is an abundance of clothing other than the items listed. If you can help with any of the items listed, please drop them in the marked boxes in the narthex and outside the Family Life Center. A mission trip is planned to the Crow Creek Reservation for June 14-20, 2009. If you are interested in being a part of that mission trip, please contact Kevin Fisher or Everett Easley at 781-4554.
These items are needed:
Soft blankets for babies and small children.
Items for babies and children up to 5T:
Diapers and pull-ups-all sizes
Onesies and sleepers
Receiving blankets
Car seats
SUMMER clothing
Older children:
Tennis shoes
socks-low cut or no show
underwear
SUMMER clothing-tee shirts, jeans, shorts
Adult items:
toothpaste and toothbrushes
Breast pads
dishwashing and laundry detergent
Greenworks products
Women's products
Trash bags
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Bath soap
Garden Seeds:
corn, green beans, watermelons, cantaloupes, pumpkins, jalapeno peppers, green peppers, yellow and zucchini squash, and any other interesting seeds.
Canning supplies
For donation of the following items,
please contact Kevin Fisher at 781-4554.
ITEMS FOR PETER-
2 cordless drills-14 to 18 volt heavy duty
A generator
Tiller-heavy duty walk behind
Water-based heaters that look like radiators
These items are needed:
Soft blankets for babies and small children.
Items for babies and children up to 5T:
Diapers and pull-ups-all sizes
Onesies and sleepers
Receiving blankets
Car seats
SUMMER clothing
Older children:
Tennis shoes
socks-low cut or no show
underwear
SUMMER clothing-tee shirts, jeans, shorts
Adult items:
toothpaste and toothbrushes
Breast pads
dishwashing and laundry detergent
Greenworks products
Women's products
Trash bags
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Bath soap
Garden Seeds:
corn, green beans, watermelons, cantaloupes, pumpkins, jalapeno peppers, green peppers, yellow and zucchini squash, and any other interesting seeds.
Canning supplies
For donation of the following items,
please contact Kevin Fisher at 781-4554.
ITEMS FOR PETER-
2 cordless drills-14 to 18 volt heavy duty
A generator
Tiller-heavy duty walk behind
Water-based heaters that look like radiators
Della Lamb and Spofford Labels 02/08/09
Please save the Best Choice UPC’s (bar codes) or the whole label for Della Lamb. They earn $60 for each 1,000 sent in once a year with a bonus label certificate. Or $30 for each 1,000 sent in without a certificate. Please bring your labels to the church office. If you have questions, please call Brenda Glasco, 781-3062, or Lila Weatherford, 781.2457.
Just a reminder, please save Campbell’s Soup labels for Spofford. There is a list of Campbell’s Soup participants on the Community Bulletin Board east of the church office. Please bring your labels to the church office. If you have questions, please call Brenda Glasco, 781.3062
Spofford also saves and sends in once a year, the Box Tops for Education. These, too, can be brought to the church office.
Thank you all for your support of these ministries
Just a reminder, please save Campbell’s Soup labels for Spofford. There is a list of Campbell’s Soup participants on the Community Bulletin Board east of the church office. Please bring your labels to the church office. If you have questions, please call Brenda Glasco, 781.3062
Spofford also saves and sends in once a year, the Box Tops for Education. These, too, can be brought to the church office.
Thank you all for your support of these ministries
Love INC 02/08/09
Love INC (In the name of Christ) is hosting itsannual fundraising event:
2009 Concert of Choirs on February 8, 2009, at 3 p.m.
It will be held at Second Baptist Church, 309 East Franklin St. Liberty, MO
The featured choirs this year are:
Second Baptist Church
The Children’s Community Choir
Liberty Christian Church
Liberty United Methodist Church
Liberty United Methodist Children’s Choir
First Baptist Church
St. James Catholic Church
Pleasant Valley Baptist Church
Hosanna Lutheran Church
A love offering will be taken for the Love INC ministry to help low-income families in Clay County.
A cookie and coffee reception will be held following the event.
Please join us for this annual event!
Thank you! If you have any questions, please contact Linda or Julie at 781-7121
2009 Concert of Choirs on February 8, 2009, at 3 p.m.
It will be held at Second Baptist Church, 309 East Franklin St. Liberty, MO
The featured choirs this year are:
Second Baptist Church
The Children’s Community Choir
Liberty Christian Church
Liberty United Methodist Church
Liberty United Methodist Children’s Choir
First Baptist Church
St. James Catholic Church
Pleasant Valley Baptist Church
Hosanna Lutheran Church
A love offering will be taken for the Love INC ministry to help low-income families in Clay County.
A cookie and coffee reception will be held following the event.
Please join us for this annual event!
Thank you! If you have any questions, please contact Linda or Julie at 781-7121
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