Our scripture this morning addresses one of Jesus’ major themes, love in action. We see it all the time around here, if you know where to look. Love in action is sometimes embodied by the simplest of compassionate responses.This true story of a Presbyterian miracle, found on an Ecunet Bulletin Board, tells of a pastor coming back to church one Sunday after the death of his wife.He came to the early service to change the pattern he and Nancy had established of attending at 11. He thought there'd be people there he knew, to sit with, but he misjudged and came 15 minutes early. He sat alone in the center of a pew, two empty pews behind him and three in front, a brave, sad, solitary man.But then "the miracle" happened. "Bob and Nita Garrett slid out of their pew, six rows behind, and quietly moved down the aisle to slip in beside him. Two Presbyterians had left their pew to move down closer to the front."A true "Presbyterian miracle" had taken place. We Methodists are no different. And to us all, Jesus after washing disciples’ feet, a very servantlike act, said, “I give you a new command, love one another.” He didn’t stop with that. We could interpret that a lot of different ways. But Jesus added the descriptor, “Love one another, as I have loved you.” That puts a whole new face on our kindness, our affections, our motivations and actions. We might even have to change where we sit!
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Children’s Mercy last week honored one of its finest, Terry Buford, 30 years of healing children’s illnesses and hearts.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Good Friday Choir Cantata 3/29/09
GOOD FRIDAY CHANCEL CHOIR CANTATA
The Weeping Tree
Friday, April 10, 2009 - 7:30 pm
Witness the passion and sorrow that Christ endured on the Cross through His crucifixion and gift of grace for us. “Outside the city wall stands the weeping tree. In silence she lifts her weary arms against the darkened sky. She is a gathering place for the sorrowful and a sanctuary for the grieving. She who was cut and fashioned by hatred and violence became a tree of life for the world. Her arms are outstretched still.”
Come and encounter our own weeping tree, taken from our church courtyard after our beautiful birch tree died from an Easter ice storm in 2007. Three crosses have been made from her and will be used in this very emotional and spiritual choral presentation.
WITHOUT HIS CROSS, THERE IS NO CROWN
The Weeping Tree
Friday, April 10, 2009 - 7:30 pm
Witness the passion and sorrow that Christ endured on the Cross through His crucifixion and gift of grace for us. “Outside the city wall stands the weeping tree. In silence she lifts her weary arms against the darkened sky. She is a gathering place for the sorrowful and a sanctuary for the grieving. She who was cut and fashioned by hatred and violence became a tree of life for the world. Her arms are outstretched still.”
Come and encounter our own weeping tree, taken from our church courtyard after our beautiful birch tree died from an Easter ice storm in 2007. Three crosses have been made from her and will be used in this very emotional and spiritual choral presentation.
WITHOUT HIS CROSS, THERE IS NO CROWN
Adult Ministries 3/29/09
Does Prayer Make a Difference in the Lives of People?
We believe it does because of the comments like these that we receive:
“I have been so uplifted by your continuing prayers.”
“I can never tell you how much your continuing support means to me. It always brings tears to my eyes and touches my heart when I think of the fabulous prayer team...You all are truly Angels here on Earth.”
“The power of prayer has blessed me with positive results.”
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace that transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7
Looking Ahead…
April 3, Friday
~ Seasoned Citizens’ Luncheon and Fellowship; 11:45 in the Family Life Center
April 9, Maundy Thursday
~ Family Passover Supper; 6:30 pm in the Family Life Center
April 10, Good Friday
~ Children’s Worship, 3:00 in Family Life Center
~ Chancel Choir Cantata, The Weeping Tree, 7:30 in the sanctuary.
April 25, Saturday
~ Joseph Martin Worship Through the Arts Concert, 7 pm
April 28, Tuesday
~Healing Service, Cancer Prayer Team; 7 pm in Study Center Garage
LUMC Offers Multiple Prayer Ministries
Prayer Chain (email and telephone versions) are a way to get prompt notification of prayer needs that have been received by the church. Members of the prayer chain are urged to pause for a moment of prayer on behalf of the situation mentioned whenever a prayer chain announcement is delivered. In doing so, you’ll join more than 250 people who simultaneously receive word of a new request. To join the prayer chain, contact Rev. Scott Beard.
Prayers and Squares Quilt Ministry provides those in need with a tangible expression of our belief in the power of prayer to comfort, strengthen and heal. Quilts are made, and each knot tied by a member of the congregation carries with it a prayer on behalf of the quilt’s recipient. Stop to tie a knot and offer a prayer the next time you see a quilt hanging outside the worship space. Prayers and Squares meets to quilt on the second and third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Study Center. Contact Mary Robinson or the church office for more information.
Cancer Prayer Team provides a vital source of prayer and support for those battling cancer. Prayer team members pray daily for specific individuals. They also gather monthly on the last Tuesday of the month to pray together with and for individuals with cancer. You can help this prayer team in a number of ways: by serving as a prayer partner, performing clerical duties, making follow-up phone calls, etc… A quarterly Healing Service is also conducted the last Tuesday of January, April, July, and October. Contact Kathleen Bird for more information.
Firm Foundations Prayer Ministry meets weekly to pray for requests received through the prayer chain and for the ministries and missions of LUMC. The prayer team is always open to additional members. Contact Lora Wiles for more information.
What other prayer ministries would you support? A group for parents praying for their children? A regular worship and prayer service? Contact Lora Wiles to share your ideas for new prayer ministries or to offer your
support to an existing group.
We believe it does because of the comments like these that we receive:
“I have been so uplifted by your continuing prayers.”
“I can never tell you how much your continuing support means to me. It always brings tears to my eyes and touches my heart when I think of the fabulous prayer team...You all are truly Angels here on Earth.”
“The power of prayer has blessed me with positive results.”
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace that transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7
Looking Ahead…
April 3, Friday
~ Seasoned Citizens’ Luncheon and Fellowship; 11:45 in the Family Life Center
April 9, Maundy Thursday
~ Family Passover Supper; 6:30 pm in the Family Life Center
April 10, Good Friday
~ Children’s Worship, 3:00 in Family Life Center
~ Chancel Choir Cantata, The Weeping Tree, 7:30 in the sanctuary.
April 25, Saturday
~ Joseph Martin Worship Through the Arts Concert, 7 pm
April 28, Tuesday
~Healing Service, Cancer Prayer Team; 7 pm in Study Center Garage
LUMC Offers Multiple Prayer Ministries
Prayer Chain (email and telephone versions) are a way to get prompt notification of prayer needs that have been received by the church. Members of the prayer chain are urged to pause for a moment of prayer on behalf of the situation mentioned whenever a prayer chain announcement is delivered. In doing so, you’ll join more than 250 people who simultaneously receive word of a new request. To join the prayer chain, contact Rev. Scott Beard.
Prayers and Squares Quilt Ministry provides those in need with a tangible expression of our belief in the power of prayer to comfort, strengthen and heal. Quilts are made, and each knot tied by a member of the congregation carries with it a prayer on behalf of the quilt’s recipient. Stop to tie a knot and offer a prayer the next time you see a quilt hanging outside the worship space. Prayers and Squares meets to quilt on the second and third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Study Center. Contact Mary Robinson or the church office for more information.
Cancer Prayer Team provides a vital source of prayer and support for those battling cancer. Prayer team members pray daily for specific individuals. They also gather monthly on the last Tuesday of the month to pray together with and for individuals with cancer. You can help this prayer team in a number of ways: by serving as a prayer partner, performing clerical duties, making follow-up phone calls, etc… A quarterly Healing Service is also conducted the last Tuesday of January, April, July, and October. Contact Kathleen Bird for more information.
Firm Foundations Prayer Ministry meets weekly to pray for requests received through the prayer chain and for the ministries and missions of LUMC. The prayer team is always open to additional members. Contact Lora Wiles for more information.
What other prayer ministries would you support? A group for parents praying for their children? A regular worship and prayer service? Contact Lora Wiles to share your ideas for new prayer ministries or to offer your
support to an existing group.
LUMY 3/29/09
College Connect—During finals week, we got together as a church and sent our college students $5.00 gift cards from different establishments to say good luck. Well, it is almost finals time again, and we would like to say good luck and show our support of all their hard work! If you, your family, your Sunday School class would like to purchase $5.00 gift cards, we would love to have your help! You can drop them off in the black box outside of the youth office or in the front office. Thanks for your help!
Summer Intern—LUMY is hiring college students for summer internships. If you have finished your freshman year of college and are under 24 years old and are interested, please contact Sarah Beard.
Don’t miss the wrap-up! 6th-7th grades will meet at 5:30 and 8-12th will meet at 6:30...then look out, next week we are celebrating!
Mission Trip- Each summer LUMY does mission work both locally and around the country. This summer we are planning on traveling back to New Orleans to continue cleanup. This trip is for students that have completed 8th grade-graduated seniors. The tentative dates are Sunday, May 31st-Saturday, June 6th. Please let us know ASAP if you are interested. We need to have a good idea if you want to go by Palm Sunday, April 5th. This does not lock you in, but if we don’t have some interest, we will not move forward with this trip. 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. The current tentative cost for this mission trip is $250. This amount is pending on participation, any fundraisers, the mission auction, and gas prices. Let us know if you have any questions.
Most of you are well aware, we are going back to BigStuf Camp in Panama City Beach, FL, this summer. It is amazing. This year we are leaving sometime on Tuesday, June 16th, and arriving back sometime on Monday, June 22nd. We have a few spots that have opened up for the trip. If you want to go, let us know ASAP. The cost is $500. Let us know if you are interested!
Summer Intern—LUMY is hiring college students for summer internships. If you have finished your freshman year of college and are under 24 years old and are interested, please contact Sarah Beard.
Don’t miss the wrap-up! 6th-7th grades will meet at 5:30 and 8-12th will meet at 6:30...then look out, next week we are celebrating!
Mission Trip- Each summer LUMY does mission work both locally and around the country. This summer we are planning on traveling back to New Orleans to continue cleanup. This trip is for students that have completed 8th grade-graduated seniors. The tentative dates are Sunday, May 31st-Saturday, June 6th. Please let us know ASAP if you are interested. We need to have a good idea if you want to go by Palm Sunday, April 5th. This does not lock you in, but if we don’t have some interest, we will not move forward with this trip. 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. The current tentative cost for this mission trip is $250. This amount is pending on participation, any fundraisers, the mission auction, and gas prices. Let us know if you have any questions.
Most of you are well aware, we are going back to BigStuf Camp in Panama City Beach, FL, this summer. It is amazing. This year we are leaving sometime on Tuesday, June 16th, and arriving back sometime on Monday, June 22nd. We have a few spots that have opened up for the trip. If you want to go, let us know ASAP. The cost is $500. Let us know if you are interested!
Children's Ministries 3/29/09
The I Live Big Sunday School lesson for March 29 is about Peter. The lesson comes from Mark 14:26-31, 66-72. It can also be found in the gospel of John 21:15-17. Peter makes a big mistake. However, the children will learn that Jesus loved Peter, and loves us, even when we make a mistake by not being faithful. Ask your child about the rooster. Do you know anyone who has a rooster collection?
The children’s Stewardship lesson today comes from John 15:17: “This is my command: Love each other.” Jesus gave his life because he loved us! We are to share his love with those around us.
The Mother/Son Dirt Date is coming soon and excitement is rising: April 17th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm for boys age 4 through 5th grade. It will be held in the Family Life Center. Please preregister by calling Sondra Buell at the numbers above, or send her an e-mail.
This morning we are honoring and treating our children’s Sunday School teachers to a Teacher Appreciation Breakfast. Thank you, teachers, for giving of your time and efforts to teach the children. It’s a big and important job to help with the spiritual training of children. We sincerely thank you!
We also want to thank all the substitutes who are in the classrooms so the
teachers can attend the training and breakfast this morning.
A BIG thanks goes to the Children’s Sunday School Committee for all their hard work and for hosting this event for the teachers – Eric Thon, Maia Foust, Dalynn Hayakawa, Annie Herring, Stacy Holtzclaw, Jen Huyser, Michel Kaiser, Ingrid McDonald, Beth Rieger and Amy Steinbeck.
Congratulations to Tyler Cornell for memorizing the books of the Bible! Thanks to the 2nd-and 3rd-grade teachers for encouraging their students to meet this awesome goal!
Do our Methodist Church Camps operate under the Safe Sanctuaries Policy?
· Yes!
The Safe Sanctuaries Policy is approved by the Annual Conference and implemented by our Board of Trustees. The purpose is to make each camping experience a safe place for all of God’s children to come and enjoy the presence of God. The policy provides for training and background screening of all camping staff (paid or volunteer) and provides for a maximum camper to counselor ratio of 5 to 1.
The children’s Stewardship lesson today comes from John 15:17: “This is my command: Love each other.” Jesus gave his life because he loved us! We are to share his love with those around us.
The Mother/Son Dirt Date is coming soon and excitement is rising: April 17th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm for boys age 4 through 5th grade. It will be held in the Family Life Center. Please preregister by calling Sondra Buell at the numbers above, or send her an e-mail.
This morning we are honoring and treating our children’s Sunday School teachers to a Teacher Appreciation Breakfast. Thank you, teachers, for giving of your time and efforts to teach the children. It’s a big and important job to help with the spiritual training of children. We sincerely thank you!
We also want to thank all the substitutes who are in the classrooms so the
teachers can attend the training and breakfast this morning.
A BIG thanks goes to the Children’s Sunday School Committee for all their hard work and for hosting this event for the teachers – Eric Thon, Maia Foust, Dalynn Hayakawa, Annie Herring, Stacy Holtzclaw, Jen Huyser, Michel Kaiser, Ingrid McDonald, Beth Rieger and Amy Steinbeck.
Congratulations to Tyler Cornell for memorizing the books of the Bible! Thanks to the 2nd-and 3rd-grade teachers for encouraging their students to meet this awesome goal!
Do our Methodist Church Camps operate under the Safe Sanctuaries Policy?
· Yes!
The Safe Sanctuaries Policy is approved by the Annual Conference and implemented by our Board of Trustees. The purpose is to make each camping experience a safe place for all of God’s children to come and enjoy the presence of God. The policy provides for training and background screening of all camping staff (paid or volunteer) and provides for a maximum camper to counselor ratio of 5 to 1.
Liberty UMM Easter Breakfast 3/29/09
UMM Easter Breakfast
April 12th ~ 7am—9am
Once again the UMM will be serving their delicious Easter Breakfast. Come and enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Breakfast will be served in the FLC foyer and rooms 108, 109 and 110.
See you there!!
April 12th ~ 7am—9am
Once again the UMM will be serving their delicious Easter Breakfast. Come and enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Breakfast will be served in the FLC foyer and rooms 108, 109 and 110.
See you there!!
Help Wanted 3/29/09
Counters Needed!
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Wednesday Night Supper 3/29/09
Wednesday Night Supper Cooking Teams Forming for 2009/2010
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
LUMY Nursery 3/29/09
LUMC Nursery
Our Mission is to be a safe and loving place where small children will be cared for and can play and learn about Jesus from the childcare providers and through activities, songs, games and books.
Donation Needs:
Plastic fill-able Easter eggs
5 oz paper disposable cups
Size 4 and 5 diapers
Crib sheets and blankets
Batteries – size “C” and “D”
Digital Ear Thermometer
You can drop off your donations in the nursery at any time. As always, you’re donations are greatly appreciated!
If you are interested in donating some of your
valuable time to our nursery ministry, please contact Joli Finke and Allison Jensen at ext 1112. We love to have you join our team—no contribution is too small!
Our Mission is to be a safe and loving place where small children will be cared for and can play and learn about Jesus from the childcare providers and through activities, songs, games and books.
Donation Needs:
Plastic fill-able Easter eggs
5 oz paper disposable cups
Size 4 and 5 diapers
Crib sheets and blankets
Batteries – size “C” and “D”
Digital Ear Thermometer
You can drop off your donations in the nursery at any time. As always, you’re donations are greatly appreciated!
If you are interested in donating some of your
valuable time to our nursery ministry, please contact Joli Finke and Allison Jensen at ext 1112. We love to have you join our team—no contribution is too small!
Garden of Eatin' 3/29/09
Garden of Eatin’
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
Garden of Eatin' 3/29/09
Garden of Eatin’
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
Senior Trips 3/29/09
Senior Trips
Hoe Down, April 18th ~ Leave 2:30pm
Vaile Mansion tour, Lone Jack Civil War Museum, Kamey’s Place for dinner,
Big Creek Country Show
$28/person ~ Call Amy 781-4554
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009, in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Hoe Down, April 18th ~ Leave 2:30pm
Vaile Mansion tour, Lone Jack Civil War Museum, Kamey’s Place for dinner,
Big Creek Country Show
$28/person ~ Call Amy 781-4554
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009, in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Family Passover Meal 3/29/09
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. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm. 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 TODAY ~ Sunday, March 29th.
If you have questions, please contact Melody Sommers
melody.sommers@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 ext. 121
The deadline to sign up is TODAY ~ Sunday, March 29th.
If you have questions, please contact Melody Sommers
melody.sommers@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 ext. 121
LUMC Cancer Prayer Team 3/29/09
LUMC’s Cancer Prayer Team will meet to pray privately with people dealing with cancer on Tuesday, March 31th, at 7 p.m. in the church library. To enroll someone with cancer on our prayer list, fill out the prayer request form at www.libertyumcmo.org
For more information, contact Kathleen Bird at 415-0877.
For more information, contact Kathleen Bird at 415-0877.
Liberty UMM Golf Tournament 3/29/09
Liberty United Methodist Men’s Golf Tournament
May 16, 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 provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist 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 16, 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 provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist 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
LUMC Job Networking 3/29/09
LUMC Job Network
Event News
Join us Tuesdays at 7pm in the Sanctuary
Schedule of Upcoming Events:
3/31 ~ Cover letter writing and reviews
4/7 ~ Interviewing skills and coaching
4/14 ~ Success night (to share and stories of success)
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing job loss or uncertainty tell them about our group-all are welcome.
Job opportunities are already available and being advertised through the group!
Questions? Contact Darin Dixson at darin_dixson@yahoo.com
Event News
Join us Tuesdays at 7pm in the Sanctuary
Schedule of Upcoming Events:
3/31 ~ Cover letter writing and reviews
4/7 ~ Interviewing skills and coaching
4/14 ~ Success night (to share and stories of success)
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing job loss or uncertainty tell them about our group-all are welcome.
Job opportunities are already available and being advertised through the group!
Questions? Contact Darin Dixson at darin_dixson@yahoo.com
Love INC Help Needed 3/29/09
Help Needed for Love INC
Most of you are aware that at Love INC, we try to meet as many needs as possible for our clients. With this in mind, we have recently received many requests for everyday household items. We reviewed our furniture/household inventory and discovered that we are in need of several items.
I have listed the requested household/furniture items and would ask for your assistance in making these needs known to your members.
We are still running low on diapers for the sizes 3-6. If you could, please call the donation line at (816)-781-3200 and press 3 to let us know if you can assist us with these items or if you have any questions. Just as a reminder, all donations should be clean and in good repair. Thanks
5 Sofas/loveseats
1 China cabinet
4 Full-size bed frames/rails
7 kitchen tables
Rugs (throw)
1 Child’s desk
9 clothes dressers
13 twin-size bed frames
2 Queen Bed frames
1 King bed frame
2 electric dryers
1 set of bunk beds
1 full-size mattress set
4 Twin-size mattresses
3 end tables
4 coffee tables
1 full-size box spring
2 TVs
Small bookcase
Metal shelves for a basement
Small kitchen table
Gas stove
Microwaves
Pots/pans
Most of you are aware that at Love INC, we try to meet as many needs as possible for our clients. With this in mind, we have recently received many requests for everyday household items. We reviewed our furniture/household inventory and discovered that we are in need of several items.
I have listed the requested household/furniture items and would ask for your assistance in making these needs known to your members.
We are still running low on diapers for the sizes 3-6. If you could, please call the donation line at (816)-781-3200 and press 3 to let us know if you can assist us with these items or if you have any questions. Just as a reminder, all donations should be clean and in good repair. Thanks
5 Sofas/loveseats
1 China cabinet
4 Full-size bed frames/rails
7 kitchen tables
Rugs (throw)
1 Child’s desk
9 clothes dressers
13 twin-size bed frames
2 Queen Bed frames
1 King bed frame
2 electric dryers
1 set of bunk beds
1 full-size mattress set
4 Twin-size mattresses
3 end tables
4 coffee tables
1 full-size box spring
2 TVs
Small bookcase
Metal shelves for a basement
Small kitchen table
Gas stove
Microwaves
Pots/pans
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Mark's Remarks 3/22/09
"Seven-footer Sam Randolph prays -- but won't play -- on his Sabbath," wrote Jeff Pearlman in Sports Illustrated. "For a practicing Seventh-Day Adventist, this means no keg parties. No premarital sex. It also means no work from sundown Friday to sundown Saturday. Seriously, none."Randolph, despite his size and talent, avoided big-time college basketball and its Saturday games. He chose God, and joined the team at Columbia Union College, a 1,200-student Adventist school. If he does not get a shot at the NBA (average salary $2+ million per year), he hopes to study medicine. "I'm okay with not making a career of basketball," he says. "I mean, it would be great. But I have higher aspirations." **
Beware of religion that isn’t sometimes hard. Jesus didn’t call us to carry gold and finery, he didn’t call us to come to worship when it was convenient, he didn’t call us to give what was easy, he didn’t call us to speak only the words that make folks feel good, he didn’t say that if we follow Him our lives will be “no work all ease, all honey no bees.”
He called us to love one another. He called us to love Him wholeheartedly. And He called us to bear a cross, daily. That may be hard, it’s also a privilege. Our message today is about discipleship, and the lesson we learn from Jesus’ relationship with His disciples and their trust in Him.
**Jeff Pearlman, "Never on Saturday,"Sports Illustrated, March 9, 1998.
David Bryan is in Washington, DC, the week of the 25th to receive the “Above and Beyond Citizen Medal,” one of the highest medals offered to a citizen of our country. The place will be close to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. You’ll be able to catch this local “aw shucks” hero on the Today show at the time of the event.
Last Friday, Will Tinsley and Chris Shultz treated donated dental work for a couple hundred plus folk. The boys have done this every year since I’ve been here. I thought you’d like to know.
Beware of religion that isn’t sometimes hard. Jesus didn’t call us to carry gold and finery, he didn’t call us to come to worship when it was convenient, he didn’t call us to give what was easy, he didn’t call us to speak only the words that make folks feel good, he didn’t say that if we follow Him our lives will be “no work all ease, all honey no bees.”
He called us to love one another. He called us to love Him wholeheartedly. And He called us to bear a cross, daily. That may be hard, it’s also a privilege. Our message today is about discipleship, and the lesson we learn from Jesus’ relationship with His disciples and their trust in Him.
**Jeff Pearlman, "Never on Saturday,"Sports Illustrated, March 9, 1998.
David Bryan is in Washington, DC, the week of the 25th to receive the “Above and Beyond Citizen Medal,” one of the highest medals offered to a citizen of our country. The place will be close to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. You’ll be able to catch this local “aw shucks” hero on the Today show at the time of the event.
Last Friday, Will Tinsley and Chris Shultz treated donated dental work for a couple hundred plus folk. The boys have done this every year since I’ve been here. I thought you’d like to know.
Family Passover Meal 3/22/09
Every year LUMC offers wonderful Holy Week services that lead up to powerful celebrations on Easter morning. The Disciple classes are working on making this a meaningful event for all who attend. The delicious, authentic Jewish meal will be a vehicle for explaining the Jewish and Christian traditions surrounding Passover. Voices in Praise will provide music for reflection as we finish the meal and enter a time of worship and communion with a message by Pastor Mark. Children are welcome, as the traditional Passover meal is meant to be a rich time for the whole family.
The menu includes:
Lemon Chicken, Tabbouleh Salad
Charoseth (made with apples), Pita Bread
Angel Food Cake
The date is Thursday, April 9, at 6:30 in the Family Life Center.
Please register by calling the church office at 781-4554, or fill out the form in the View.
The deadline is Sunday, March 29.
The menu includes:
Lemon Chicken, Tabbouleh Salad
Charoseth (made with apples), Pita Bread
Angel Food Cake
The date is Thursday, April 9, at 6:30 in the Family Life Center.
Please register by calling the church office at 781-4554, or fill out the form in the View.
The deadline is Sunday, March 29.
Music Notes 3/22/09
GOOD FRIDAY CHANCEL CHOIR CANTATA
The Weeping Tree
Friday, April 10, 2009 - 7:30 pm
Witness the passion and sorrow that Christ endured on the Cross through His crucifixion and gift of grace for us. “Outside the city wall stands the weeping tree. In silence she lifts her weary arms against the darkened sky. She is a gathering place for the sorrowful and a sanctuary for the grieving. She who was cut and fashioned by hatred and violence became a tree of life for the world. Her arms are outstretched still.”
Come and encounter our own weeping tree, taken from our church courtyard after our beautiful birch tree died from an Easter ice storm in 2007. Three crosses have been made from her and will be used in this very emotional and spiritual choral presentation.
WITHOUT HIS CROSS, THERE IS NO CROWN
Joseph Martin
pianist & composer
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Tickets Available Now:
Adults: $12 ~ Seniors: $10 ~ Students/Child: $6
Call the church for tickets:
816.781.4554 ext. 119
WORSHIP THROUGH THE ARTS CONCERT SERIES
The Weeping Tree
Friday, April 10, 2009 - 7:30 pm
Witness the passion and sorrow that Christ endured on the Cross through His crucifixion and gift of grace for us. “Outside the city wall stands the weeping tree. In silence she lifts her weary arms against the darkened sky. She is a gathering place for the sorrowful and a sanctuary for the grieving. She who was cut and fashioned by hatred and violence became a tree of life for the world. Her arms are outstretched still.”
Come and encounter our own weeping tree, taken from our church courtyard after our beautiful birch tree died from an Easter ice storm in 2007. Three crosses have been made from her and will be used in this very emotional and spiritual choral presentation.
WITHOUT HIS CROSS, THERE IS NO CROWN
Joseph Martin
pianist & composer
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Tickets Available Now:
Adults: $12 ~ Seniors: $10 ~ Students/Child: $6
Call the church for tickets:
816.781.4554 ext. 119
WORSHIP THROUGH THE ARTS CONCERT SERIES
Adult Ministries 3/22/09
Prayer is the Emphasis for Lent: :
“The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” James 5:16
Has Babysitting Money Been Cut From Your Budget?
Date Night Co-Op is the perfect way for parents to share childcare responsibilities in the safe environment of the church so that that couples can have a date night on the first Friday of each month. The Co-Op is looking for additional parents to participate in this great ministry which allows your children to play with friends at church while you enjoy an evening with your spouse. Contact Stephanie Staatz for more information; sstaatz@aol.com or 407-9040.
Stand-Up Parenting Offers Help and Encouragement To Parents
with children of all ages who are facing parenting challenges. This confidential support group meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7 pm in room 221. For more information or a referral to the group, contact Lora Wiles.
Sunday Morning Small Groups Are a Great Way to Stay Connected.
Here’s what we have to offer:
9:30
Bible Study Basics ~ room 224: a friendly and informal Bible study group for either traditional or contemporary worshippers of all ages
9:45
Sojourners ~Ark 1: a large and social group of senior adults who study a wide variety of topics
Journey ~ Ark 2: a community of couples with young children; timed for the traditional worshipper.
Adult Bible Study ~ room 220: an in-depth journey through the Bible that you’re welcome to begin at any time.
Seekers ~ room 221: adults of all ages participate in topical studies which illuminate Biblical truths
Keystone ~ room 223: a small group of senior adults who participate in study and discussion of individual books of the Bible.
Explorers ~ Study Center 1: adults 50 and older who share Christian perspectives on contemporary issues and theology in a group discussion format
Lighthouse ~ Study Center 2: adults 40 and older who study topics related to classic disciplines or spiritual practices of the Christian faith.
Genesis ~ Study Center 3: adults 40 and older who enjoy fellowship and study on a wide variety of topics
10:30
C3 ~ room 110: a couples’ group for those who prefer contemporary worship
To find a group that’s right for you or to suggest options for new groups, contact Lora Wiles; Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 x111.
“The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” James 5:16
Has Babysitting Money Been Cut From Your Budget?
Date Night Co-Op is the perfect way for parents to share childcare responsibilities in the safe environment of the church so that that couples can have a date night on the first Friday of each month. The Co-Op is looking for additional parents to participate in this great ministry which allows your children to play with friends at church while you enjoy an evening with your spouse. Contact Stephanie Staatz for more information; sstaatz@aol.com or 407-9040.
Stand-Up Parenting Offers Help and Encouragement To Parents
with children of all ages who are facing parenting challenges. This confidential support group meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7 pm in room 221. For more information or a referral to the group, contact Lora Wiles.
Sunday Morning Small Groups Are a Great Way to Stay Connected.
Here’s what we have to offer:
9:30
Bible Study Basics ~ room 224: a friendly and informal Bible study group for either traditional or contemporary worshippers of all ages
9:45
Sojourners ~Ark 1: a large and social group of senior adults who study a wide variety of topics
Journey ~ Ark 2: a community of couples with young children; timed for the traditional worshipper.
Adult Bible Study ~ room 220: an in-depth journey through the Bible that you’re welcome to begin at any time.
Seekers ~ room 221: adults of all ages participate in topical studies which illuminate Biblical truths
Keystone ~ room 223: a small group of senior adults who participate in study and discussion of individual books of the Bible.
Explorers ~ Study Center 1: adults 50 and older who share Christian perspectives on contemporary issues and theology in a group discussion format
Lighthouse ~ Study Center 2: adults 40 and older who study topics related to classic disciplines or spiritual practices of the Christian faith.
Genesis ~ Study Center 3: adults 40 and older who enjoy fellowship and study on a wide variety of topics
10:30
C3 ~ room 110: a couples’ group for those who prefer contemporary worship
To find a group that’s right for you or to suggest options for new groups, contact Lora Wiles; Lora.Wiles@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 x111.
LUMY 3/22/09
Calling all Parents of teens
The Youth Ministry of Liberty United Methodist Church could not survive without your help and support! There are so many things coming up that we just cannot do with out you!
We need help with our Spring Break Beach Party. We need someone to run a grill, someone to provide some hot dogs, someone to provide chips, someone to provide buns and condiments!
We also need help with the April 18th LockOUT!
Yes, this will require you to stay up all night and do really fun things, you in??
If you can help with any of these, please let us know!
The Youth Ministry of Liberty United Methodist Church could not survive without your help and support! There are so many things coming up that we just cannot do with out you!
We need help with our Spring Break Beach Party. We need someone to run a grill, someone to provide some hot dogs, someone to provide chips, someone to provide buns and condiments!
We also need help with the April 18th LockOUT!
Yes, this will require you to stay up all night and do really fun things, you in??
If you can help with any of these, please let us know!
Children's Ministries 3/22/09
The Children’s Sunday School lesson come from March 14: 32-42. Jesus wanted the disciples to pray with him in the Garden of Gathsemane, but they kept falling asleep. Jesus wanted them to know that prayer is very important.
At home, try this 5-finger prayer (author unknown):
Your thumb is the nearest to you. So begin your prayer by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty."
The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct, and heal. This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.
The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in industry and business, and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.
The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger; as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble, or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.
And lastly comes our little finger; the smallest finger of all. Which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, "the least shall be the greatest among you." Your pinky should remind you to pray for yourself.
The Asbury College Student Ministry Team touched the lives of 41 fourth-and-fifth graders. It was a fantastic time. The students learned how “God Uses Imperfect People” and discovered that even though none of us is perfect, God can do amazing things for and through us. The students did skits, played some great games, studied five Bible stories, learned some really fun new songs, went to The Edge Gymnastics to play, and ate LOTS of good snacks. Many thanks go to those who supplied food, the parents who helped sponsor the event, the host homes, and the LUMC prayer team for praying for us!
The Mother/Son Dirt Date is scheduled for Friday, April 17th,from 6:30 to 8:30 for 4-year-olds through 5th- graders. The event will be held in the Family Life Center. Please pre-register by e-mailing Sondra Buell or calling her at the numbers listed above.
Did you know we have a memorization program in children’s Sunday School? We do! The 2nd-and 3rd-graders have been memorizing the Books of the Bible. The first three students to memorize all the books, Old and New Testaments, are Jackson Witt, Max Minette, and Andrew Steinbeck. Congratulations, boys! We are so proud of you!
Why should our kids go to church camp?
· A spiritual transformation happens when your child attends summer church camp.
· It is witnessed that many kids who attend camp come home to be leaders in their home churches.
· Being in God’s Big Backyard under the prayerful leadership of dedicated Christian directors and counselors brings kids closer in their relationship to God.
· Campers become equipped with the faith and skill needed for living in today’s big world.
Campers have a chance to claim the call God has on their life.
At home, try this 5-finger prayer (author unknown):
Your thumb is the nearest to you. So begin your prayer by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty."
The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct, and heal. This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.
The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in industry and business, and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.
The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger; as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble, or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.
And lastly comes our little finger; the smallest finger of all. Which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, "the least shall be the greatest among you." Your pinky should remind you to pray for yourself.
The Asbury College Student Ministry Team touched the lives of 41 fourth-and-fifth graders. It was a fantastic time. The students learned how “God Uses Imperfect People” and discovered that even though none of us is perfect, God can do amazing things for and through us. The students did skits, played some great games, studied five Bible stories, learned some really fun new songs, went to The Edge Gymnastics to play, and ate LOTS of good snacks. Many thanks go to those who supplied food, the parents who helped sponsor the event, the host homes, and the LUMC prayer team for praying for us!
The Mother/Son Dirt Date is scheduled for Friday, April 17th,from 6:30 to 8:30 for 4-year-olds through 5th- graders. The event will be held in the Family Life Center. Please pre-register by e-mailing Sondra Buell or calling her at the numbers listed above.
Did you know we have a memorization program in children’s Sunday School? We do! The 2nd-and 3rd-graders have been memorizing the Books of the Bible. The first three students to memorize all the books, Old and New Testaments, are Jackson Witt, Max Minette, and Andrew Steinbeck. Congratulations, boys! We are so proud of you!
Why should our kids go to church camp?
· A spiritual transformation happens when your child attends summer church camp.
· It is witnessed that many kids who attend camp come home to be leaders in their home churches.
· Being in God’s Big Backyard under the prayerful leadership of dedicated Christian directors and counselors brings kids closer in their relationship to God.
· Campers become equipped with the faith and skill needed for living in today’s big world.
Campers have a chance to claim the call God has on their life.
Garden of Eatin' 3/22/09
Garden of Eatin’
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
LUMC Nursery 3/22/09
LUMC Nursery
Our Mission is to be a safe and loving place where small children will be cared for and can play and learn about Jesus from the childcare providers and through activities, songs, games and books.
Donation Needs:
Plastic fill-able Easter eggs
5-oz paper disposable cups
Size 4 and 5 diapers
Crib sheets and blankets
Batteries – size “C” and “D”
Digital Ear Thermometer
You can drop off your donations in the nursery at any time. As always, you’re donations are greatly appreciated!
If you are interested donating some of your
valuable time to our nursery ministry, please contact Joli Finke and Allison Jensen at ext. 112. We love to have you join our team—no contribution is too small!
Our Mission is to be a safe and loving place where small children will be cared for and can play and learn about Jesus from the childcare providers and through activities, songs, games and books.
Donation Needs:
Plastic fill-able Easter eggs
5-oz paper disposable cups
Size 4 and 5 diapers
Crib sheets and blankets
Batteries – size “C” and “D”
Digital Ear Thermometer
You can drop off your donations in the nursery at any time. As always, you’re donations are greatly appreciated!
If you are interested donating some of your
valuable time to our nursery ministry, please contact Joli Finke and Allison Jensen at ext. 112. We love to have you join our team—no contribution is too small!
UMM Easter Breakfast 3/22/09
UMM Easter Breakfast
April 12th ~ 7am—9am
Once again the UMM will be serving their delicious Easter Breakfast. Come and enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Breakfast will be served in the FLC foyer and rooms 108, 109 and 110.
See you there!!
April 12th ~ 7am—9am
Once again the UMM will be serving their delicious Easter Breakfast. Come and enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Breakfast will be served in the FLC foyer and rooms 108, 109 and 110.
See you there!!
Wednesday Night Supper Help Wanted 3/22/09
Wednesday Night Supper Cooking Teams Forming for 2009/2010
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
The WNS Team is looking for a few more good folks for cooking teams. We currently have enough for two complete teams and would like to form two more teams for 4 folks so that a team would only have to prepare one meal a month. If you are interested, please contact the church office for more information, 816.781.4554.
LUMC Cookbook 3/22/09
Coming soon: The NEW LUMC Cookbook brought to you by MOPS! To reserve your copy, please contact Amy Steinbeck at amy.steinbeck@lumcmo.org or stop by the church office Tues.-Thurs. before noon. They are only $12 each.
Senior Branson Trip 3/22/09
Senior Branson Trip
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009, in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Join the seniors of LUMC June 25-26, 2009, in Branson, MO. Only 36 spots available.
Payment due at time of reservation.
Highlights include Osceola Cheese Factory, 110th Annual Nat’l. Packard Convention, Twelve Irish Tenors, IMAX Crossties Bluegrass & Gospel, Shoji Tobuchi Show.
Call the church office to reserve your spot now!
Help Wanted 3/22/09
Counters Needed!
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Has God given you the gift of numerical accuracy? If so, LUMC could really use your talent! We need several great people to add to our list who can help count each week's offering. Qualified candidates will need to be available on Monday mornings/early afternoons and be accurate with computer data entry and numbers. If interested, please contact Wendy Coffey, Bookkeeper, at 781-4554 ext. 106 or e-mail wendy.coffey@lumcmo.org
Liberty UMM Golf Tournament 3/22/09
Liberty United Methodist Men’s Golf Tournament
May 16, 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 provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist 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 16, 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 provide financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, Soup Kitchen, assist 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
LUMC Cancer Prayer Team 3/22/09
LUMC’s Cancer Prayer Team will meet to pray privately with people dealing with cancer on Tuesday, March 30th, at 7 p.m. in the church
library. To enroll someone with cancer on our prayer list, fill out the prayer request form at www.libertyumcmo.org. For more information, contact Kathleen Bird at 415-0877,
LUMC’s quarterly Healing Service will be held on Tuesday, April 28, at 7:0 p.m. in the prayer room in the Study Center. Everyone is welcome. The service follows Methodist liturgy and is led by pastoral staff. A time for private prayers will follow.
library. To enroll someone with cancer on our prayer list, fill out the prayer request form at www.libertyumcmo.org. For more information, contact Kathleen Bird at 415-0877,
LUMC’s quarterly Healing Service will be held on Tuesday, April 28, at 7:0 p.m. in the prayer room in the Study Center. Everyone is welcome. The service follows Methodist liturgy and is led by pastoral staff. A time for private prayers will follow.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Mark's Remarks 3/8/09
I heard this story at the beginning of my ministry thirty years ago, and I think it was old even then. But it is a terrific illustration of the topic of the teaching for today.
A man died and went to Heaven. When he showed up at the pearly gates, St. Peter was waiting. "I want to enter Heaven," said the man. "You may enter," replied Peter, "if you have accumulated 100 points on earth.""Well," said the man, "I was baptized in the church and scarcely missed a Sunday in my entire life.""That's good," said Peter. "That's one point!""What!? Only one more point!? Well, I tried to live a good life. I tried to be a good father and husband.
"One point? -- only one point?”
“Well, I did serve on the Administrative Board for 20 years, and I taught Sunday School for 25 years…Jr. Hi…boys!""That's good. Another point."“One point?! I guess the only way I will get into Heaven is by the Grace of God!""That's right!," said St. Peter with a smile on his face. "And that's worth 97 points. Come on in."
This idea of grace, unmerited favor of God toward us, is totally over and above any of our
expectations. It is so Christian! Rub your nose in it, roll in it, be enamored by it, share it, never forget it.
* * * * *
At Ash Wednesday service we announced that the offering would be used to purchase new wireless
microphones.
Since the FCC or whomever in the government has removed several frequencies from public usage, several of our microphones were rendered useless. The cost for these instruments plus receivers was $3,500. The Ash Wed offering was $943. While it didn’t amount to $3500, it was a great help!
A man died and went to Heaven. When he showed up at the pearly gates, St. Peter was waiting. "I want to enter Heaven," said the man. "You may enter," replied Peter, "if you have accumulated 100 points on earth.""Well," said the man, "I was baptized in the church and scarcely missed a Sunday in my entire life.""That's good," said Peter. "That's one point!""What!? Only one more point!? Well, I tried to live a good life. I tried to be a good father and husband.
"One point? -- only one point?”
“Well, I did serve on the Administrative Board for 20 years, and I taught Sunday School for 25 years…Jr. Hi…boys!""That's good. Another point."“One point?! I guess the only way I will get into Heaven is by the Grace of God!""That's right!," said St. Peter with a smile on his face. "And that's worth 97 points. Come on in."
This idea of grace, unmerited favor of God toward us, is totally over and above any of our
expectations. It is so Christian! Rub your nose in it, roll in it, be enamored by it, share it, never forget it.
* * * * *
At Ash Wednesday service we announced that the offering would be used to purchase new wireless
microphones.
Since the FCC or whomever in the government has removed several frequencies from public usage, several of our microphones were rendered useless. The cost for these instruments plus receivers was $3,500. The Ash Wed offering was $943. While it didn’t amount to $3500, it was a great help!
LUMC Dirt Team 3/8/09
LUMC DIRT TEAM
in action again!
Just one of the many missions of LUMC that is supported by your participation in our
MISSIONS AUCTION
SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2009
KENNETT, MISSOURI, ICE STORM
From February 9 to February 20, members of the LUMC DIRT
TEAM were in Kennett, Mo., helping to clean up after an ice storm. This storm knocked out power from Oklahoma to
Kentucky. In the small town of Kennett over 450 power poles were knocked down and virtually every tree sustained damage.
Kennett is located in Dunklin County, which is one of the
poorest counties in Missouri. The storm brought a great
burden to many already suffering. Hundreds of roofs were damaged, many belonging to people that had no insurance. Recovery will be slow; many homes will never be restored. The LUMC Dirt Team was the only volunteer tree and debris
removal crew in Kennett at that time. We brought the first sign of hope to many people. We would like our church family to know that their support was greatly appreciated. We would like those who prepared food to know that we shared with a person who had no food. He and others thanked us with words and we saw it in their eyes.
in action again!
Just one of the many missions of LUMC that is supported by your participation in our
MISSIONS AUCTION
SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2009
KENNETT, MISSOURI, ICE STORM
From February 9 to February 20, members of the LUMC DIRT
TEAM were in Kennett, Mo., helping to clean up after an ice storm. This storm knocked out power from Oklahoma to
Kentucky. In the small town of Kennett over 450 power poles were knocked down and virtually every tree sustained damage.
Kennett is located in Dunklin County, which is one of the
poorest counties in Missouri. The storm brought a great
burden to many already suffering. Hundreds of roofs were damaged, many belonging to people that had no insurance. Recovery will be slow; many homes will never be restored. The LUMC Dirt Team was the only volunteer tree and debris
removal crew in Kennett at that time. We brought the first sign of hope to many people. We would like our church family to know that their support was greatly appreciated. We would like those who prepared food to know that we shared with a person who had no food. He and others thanked us with words and we saw it in their eyes.
Adult Ministries 3/8/09
Lenten Groups are meeting to study When God’s People Pray. It’s not too late to join
300 LUMC participants in
17 different groups for
6 powerful weeks with
1 Awesome God
C3 Small Group For Couples Recently had a Wii Bit of Fun
When members of C3 are not perfecting their Wii skills at a social activity, they’re studying together on Sunday mornings at 10:30 in room 110. If you’d like to be part of a group like C3, contact Lora Wiles, Coordinator of Adult Ministries.
300 LUMC participants in
17 different groups for
6 powerful weeks with
1 Awesome God
C3 Small Group For Couples Recently had a Wii Bit of Fun
When members of C3 are not perfecting their Wii skills at a social activity, they’re studying together on Sunday mornings at 10:30 in room 110. If you’d like to be part of a group like C3, contact Lora Wiles, Coordinator of Adult Ministries.
LUMY 3/8/09
Last weekend LUMY participated in World Visions 30-Hour Famine! It was such a wonderful event. We learned a lot about the people who die every day from hunger-related causes, and we experienced a “day in the life” by working for donations and fasting for 30 hours. We joined together on Thursday, and God answered our prayers and held off the rain. We built our “cardboard city” (cardboard boxes that we slept in) and then opened with a devotion. We split up into two teams and worked till dark raking leaves and cleaning up yards for two very wonderful women in our church, Ruth Tucker and Lois Jennings. We went back to our host home for a time of reflection, devotion and prayer. We were off to bed by 10:00pm. We woke up to the bitter cold, broke down our sleeping quarters, and walked to Jane and Don Longfellow’s home where we were able to help them clean up their yard! We worked all morning and then walked back to our host home to clean it up and then share together again in worship and communion followed by a wonderful meal. We couldn’t have done this event without the work we did! So thank you to Lois, Ruth and Jane & Don. We appreciate you letting us work and for your donations to our cause. A huge thanks to Jim Gleason for giving up his own time to come out and help us on our worksites (and for talking about food so much). A huge thank you to Lori Crooks for gathering so many donations to provide us with our amazing break-fast meal. Thanks so much to Scott Beard for coming out and leading communion! Ryan Mose, thank you so much for participating and for hauling off our cardboard city to the recycling center. And another giant thank you to Lora Wiles. While you have your own ministry you are in charge of, you always make room in your life to help out with ours. LUMY just wouldn’t be the same without you. Also a thank you to the parent support on site: Sarah Fravel, Judy Petroll, Kevin Gordon, Lora Wiles, Vicki McGiffin and Lori Crooks. You are all such wonderful help! All I have left to tell you is how much money we raised! We raised $4,539.25. That means that we raised enough money to feed 12 kids for a year and another for 6 months! Thank you for your constant support of this ministry!
For new mission trip information, please check your e-mails or the LUMY Website. www.lumy.weebly.com
LUMY is selling these cards for $10.00! These cards can be used at each location once a day till October of this year! This card can help you save big. Especially if you eat out at sandwich shops a lot!!
$6.00 on each card go to LUMY scholarship budget to help students go to camp and mission trips. Pick one up today in the LUMY office or call/e-mail, and we will set one aside for you!
For new mission trip information, please check your e-mails or the LUMY Website. www.lumy.weebly.com
LUMY is selling these cards for $10.00! These cards can be used at each location once a day till October of this year! This card can help you save big. Especially if you eat out at sandwich shops a lot!!
$6.00 on each card go to LUMY scholarship budget to help students go to camp and mission trips. Pick one up today in the LUMY office or call/e-mail, and we will set one aside for you!
Children's Ministries 3/8/09
In today’s Sunday School lesson the children will study Matthew 16:13-18 and will discuss Jesus’ question to the disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” Ask your child about Peter and about the word Messiah. Ask your child why Jesus named Peter, the Rock.
In today’s stewardship lesson the children will learn about good deeds from James 1:22. As good stewards of what God has given us, the kids will learn that caring for the sick, comforting the lonely, and helping those who are sad pleases God and richly blesses our lives!
Today we welcome and thank the Asbury College SMT team: Christian, Lucas, Audrey, Lauren, Bri, and Erica for leading our 4th-and 5th-graders in an awesome weekend retreat!
Notice:
The Mother/Son Dirt Date has been rescheduled to Friday, April 17th, 6:30 to 8:30 pm in Wesley Hall for four-year-olds through fifth grade.
Mark your calendars: Vacation Bible School will be July 13-17, 2009
Question of the Week
Are there any camp discounts?
· There is a $25.00 early bird discount if you register before April 16th.
· If you bring a friend that has not gone to camp before, you’ll get $25.00 off your registration fee.
· For our members’ children, LUMC will pay ½ the camp fee, up to $125.00
· The 2nd camper from the same household pays 90% of the camp fee,
The 3rd camper from the same household pays 80% of the fee, and so on.
In today’s stewardship lesson the children will learn about good deeds from James 1:22. As good stewards of what God has given us, the kids will learn that caring for the sick, comforting the lonely, and helping those who are sad pleases God and richly blesses our lives!
Today we welcome and thank the Asbury College SMT team: Christian, Lucas, Audrey, Lauren, Bri, and Erica for leading our 4th-and 5th-graders in an awesome weekend retreat!
Notice:
The Mother/Son Dirt Date has been rescheduled to Friday, April 17th, 6:30 to 8:30 pm in Wesley Hall for four-year-olds through fifth grade.
Mark your calendars: Vacation Bible School will be July 13-17, 2009
Question of the Week
Are there any camp discounts?
· There is a $25.00 early bird discount if you register before April 16th.
· If you bring a friend that has not gone to camp before, you’ll get $25.00 off your registration fee.
· For our members’ children, LUMC will pay ½ the camp fee, up to $125.00
· The 2nd camper from the same household pays 90% of the camp fee,
The 3rd camper from the same household pays 80% of the fee, and so on.
Music Notes 3/8/09
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.
WORSHIP THROUGH THE ARTS
Joseph Martin
Pianist & Composer
April 25, 2009
7pm
The Greatest Generation
A Historical & Musical Review of God’s Faithfulness
June 27, 2009
7pm
Celebrating the generation that gave this country so much to be proud of, the LUMC Music
Department will bring us a show of narration and music together that will touch your heart.
Focusing on our country’s history from 1900 to the 1940s, both sacred and secular music and events will be showcased. Top off the evening with ice cream and good friends.
Presented in cooperation with the Annie Moses Band’s Wolaver
family from their summer 2008 production.
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.
WORSHIP THROUGH THE ARTS
Joseph Martin
Pianist & Composer
April 25, 2009
7pm
The Greatest Generation
A Historical & Musical Review of God’s Faithfulness
June 27, 2009
7pm
Celebrating the generation that gave this country so much to be proud of, the LUMC Music
Department will bring us a show of narration and music together that will touch your heart.
Focusing on our country’s history from 1900 to the 1940s, both sacred and secular music and events will be showcased. Top off the evening with ice cream and good friends.
Presented in cooperation with the Annie Moses Band’s Wolaver
family from their summer 2008 production.
UMW Braided Bread for Easter 3/8/09
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.
Family Passover Supper/Maundy Thurday 3/8/09
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. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm. 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
If you have questions, please contact
Melody Sommers: melody.sommers@lumcmo.org; 781-4554 ext. 121
Liberty UMM Golf Tournament 3/8/09
Liberty United Methodist Men’s 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 provide 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
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 provide 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
Any questions contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
Liberty UMM Golf Tournament 3/8/09
Liberty United Methodist Men’s 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 provide 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
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 provide 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
Any questions contact Jim Jenkinson 781-7309
Mission and Auction News 3/8/09
CROW CREEK MISSION
INFORMATIONAL MEETING
There will be an informational meeting March 22, 2009, at 2pm in the Ark for the Crow Creek (Lakota Sioux) mission trip to Ft. Thompson, SD, June 14-20, 2009. Attendees should come prepared to pay a $100.00 reservation fee that will be sent to the Tree of Life mission to hold their spot (the balance of $150.00 will be due by May 30, 2009). We anticipate taking approximately 50 people this year to do home repair, food and clothing distribution, gardening and Bible school. If you have questions prior to the meeting, please contact Kevin Fisher or Everett Easley at 816-781-4554.
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 cannot 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.
INFORMATIONAL MEETING
There will be an informational meeting March 22, 2009, at 2pm in the Ark for the Crow Creek (Lakota Sioux) mission trip to Ft. Thompson, SD, June 14-20, 2009. Attendees should come prepared to pay a $100.00 reservation fee that will be sent to the Tree of Life mission to hold their spot (the balance of $150.00 will be due by May 30, 2009). We anticipate taking approximately 50 people this year to do home repair, food and clothing distribution, gardening and Bible school. If you have questions prior to the meeting, please contact Kevin Fisher or Everett Easley at 816-781-4554.
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 cannot 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.
Wednesday Night Supper 3/8/09
Wednesday Night Suppers is looking for extra help!!
If you would like to help out making desserts on Tuesdays, doing kitchen prep work on Wednesday morning/afternoon, help serving food, or help with cleanup, we would love to have you! This is a great way to make new friends and work with a really wonderful group of people.
Call the church office at 781-4554 if you would like to help.
If you would like to help out making desserts on Tuesdays, doing kitchen prep work on Wednesday morning/afternoon, help serving food, or help with cleanup, we would love to have you! This is a great way to make new friends and work with a really wonderful group of people.
Call the church office at 781-4554 if you would like to help.
Garden of Eatin' 3/8/09
Garden of Eatin
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on
Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten
produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
The Garden of Eatin’ is looking for a shopkeeper on
Sunday mornings. Duties would include: getting the produce from the refrigerators and stocking the “shelves,” counting money and weeding out rotten
produce. This is a no-hands-in-the dirt job! We need someone for both upstairs and downstairs.
Call or email Kelly Minette.
781.2936 or tkminette@kc.rr.com
Nursery Volunteers Needed 3/8/09
LUMC Nursery is seeking adult volunteers to come and PLAY!
During the week, the LUMC Nursery provides childcare for children under 12 while parents attend
meetings, small groups, and other activities. The nursery is also open every Sunday morning for
children under 5.
Our wonderful volunteer staff supports this ministry AND helps the church budget! Volunteer hours are available during the week, on weeknights, all day on Sunday, and even on some Saturdays. Our
biggest staffing need right now is 6:30pm-8:30pm on Sunday nights to support the new Dave Ramsey
study.
If you are interested in volunteering some time to come and play with us,
please call the nursery at ext. 112 and leave us a message!.
During the week, the LUMC Nursery provides childcare for children under 12 while parents attend
meetings, small groups, and other activities. The nursery is also open every Sunday morning for
children under 5.
Our wonderful volunteer staff supports this ministry AND helps the church budget! Volunteer hours are available during the week, on weeknights, all day on Sunday, and even on some Saturdays. Our
biggest staffing need right now is 6:30pm-8:30pm on Sunday nights to support the new Dave Ramsey
study.
If you are interested in volunteering some time to come and play with us,
please call the nursery at ext. 112 and leave us a message!.
Sunday School Teacher Opening 3/8/09
Sunday School Teacher Opening
We are looking for a couple folks who have 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
We are looking for a couple folks who have 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
United Methodist Women 3/8/09
United Methodist Women
Sunset Fellowship, Tuesday, Mar. 10, 7pm
Study Center, Hostess ~ ML Stephenson
Spice of Life, Tuesday, Mar. 17, 9:30am
Study Center, Hostess ~ Nancy Washburn
Joyful Fellowship, Thursday, Mar. 19, 1pm
Sarah Hutt, Hostess
Sunset Fellowship, Tuesday, Mar. 10, 7pm
Study Center, Hostess ~ ML Stephenson
Spice of Life, Tuesday, Mar. 17, 9:30am
Study Center, Hostess ~ Nancy Washburn
Joyful Fellowship, Thursday, Mar. 19, 1pm
Sarah Hutt, Hostess
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