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August 2016

Grace Notes News from Grace United Methodist Church

Carbondale, Illinois 618-457-8785

Web site: www.carbondalegrace.org

E-mail: [email protected]

August 7 Communion Sunday Sermon: “The Pursuit of Happiness”

Scripture: Psalms 1: 1-6

The first Sunday is a sharing Sunday. You are encouraged to

bring canned food for the food pantry.

August 14 Sermon: “Prescription for Worry”

Scripture: Matthew 6: 25-34

August 21 Sermon: “Run the Race”

Scripture: Hebrews 12: 1-2

August 28 Sermon: “Spiritual Bank Account”

Scripture: John 15: 5-11

You are encouraged to invite family and friends

to our worship services!!

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Dear Friends,

Our hearts have been troubled by all kinds of violence

and deaths in our country and other countries in the

world. We can see that violence brings more violence.

And it causes more hatred and fear. As Christians, we

are called to promote peace, justice and hope in the

hopeless situations. Let’s take time to pray to God for

the peace of our country and our world. Our bishop Jonathan

Keaton issued a call to pray for an end of violence. I would like

to share his words:

“By now, you have heard reports of several shootings involving

citizens and police in Baton Rouge, La., St. Paul, Minn. and most

recently, Dallas, Texas.

Shooting deaths, families heartbroken, television coverage, sus-

pects killed, fingers pointed, demonstrations and prayers prayed

to Almighty God have challenged the church and the world to

find a better way.

Over and over again, we've learned that violence begets violence.

To protest and change things, we have to choose the better way of

non-violence.

May the God of mercy and peace comfort the living and the dead

in Dallas, Minnesota, Baton Rouge and the human spirit. May

every response to these shocking deaths be that which creates

peace on earth, not war. ‘Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive

those who trespass against us.’

This is my prayer. Will you join me that our prayers might pro-

vide a chorus that provides a way of peace.” - Bishop Jonathan

Keaton

Prophet Micah taught God’s people in the midst of violence:

“What does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, and to love

kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”-Micah 6:8

Hopeful in Christ,

Pastor In-Sook

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UMW Yard Sale

August 27, 2016

7:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m.

It will be here before you know it!!!

Is it time to downsize, redecorate,

or just get organized? We have the perfect solution for you. Re-

cycle your things through the UMW Yard Sale. We accept furni-

ture, household items, tools, books, and MOST EVERYTHING

—EXCEPT —clothing and exercise equipment. Also, please

hold any Christmas related items for our November Yard Sale.

Donations can be delivered to the church 9:00 a.m., Monday,

August 22 thru noon Friday, August 26.

All proceeds from the sale are donated to missions. Last year

we were able to donate more than $3,200.00 from our August

sale to Cunningham Children’s Home, Dr. Fasa, Good Samari-

tan, Habitat for Humanity, Jesus Es El Señor (Cobden UMC),

Lessie Bates Home, Carbondale Newman Center, Carbondale

Senior Day Care, Carbondale Women’s Center, and Africa Uni-

versity. Thanks to all who participate to make the sale a success-

ful opportunity to share with those in need.

Is Anyone Screaming for Ice Cream?

Join together at the church on Saturday,

August 20th, at 4 p.m., for a Back to School/ Church

Celebration and Ice Cream Social. Bring your family for some cool fun! Sign up

sheets will be at various places at the church this month. Those

who are able are asked to bring ONE of the following:

a container of ice cream (store bought OR homemade)

toppings fruit snacks

cookies or cake a drink to share

Information will be displayed, showing classes and other op-

portunities to learn about our faith. Bring your family members,

neighbors, and all you can for some Christian fellowship in the

auditorium!

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Re-enrollment Time for

Kroger Community Rewards Card

To continue supporting Grace UMC with 3% of

your Kroger purchases you must reenroll your

Kroger Plus Card during the month of August. The new year of giv-

ing through Kroger Community Rewards starts September 1.

Go to www.Kroger.com

Click the blue Sign In tab at the top of the page.

Enter your email address and password and click the blue

Sign In tab.

From the department menu, click Community, then Com-

munity Rewards

From Community Rewards, click on the Edit or Re-enroll

button.

Then,

A. Find organization (Grace UMC’s organization # is 10374)\

B. Select organization (click the button to the left of the

Organization)

C. Save your selection (click the Save button)

Call 1-800-KROGERS, Option #3, with questions.

Remember you must swipe your registered Kroger Plus card or use

your phone number that is related to your registered Kroger Plus card

when shopping for each purchase to count.

Promotion Sunday/Hunting for Treasures

Sunday, August 21st, will be our official Promotion

Sunday in our Christian education classes for grades K-

12. All are invited to come to the auditorium during the

Sunday-school time (10:10 A.M.) for a brief program.

Sunday-school leaders will introduce their current stu-

dents as well as those moving up into a new class for the school

year. There will be fun involved in a brief skit and gifts for each child/

youth. After the presentation, children and youth are invited back to

the children's area for refreshments.

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On summer schedule, the children's classes for grades K-6

have been meeting as one in the children's area during the Sun-

day school hour. Regular grade level classes with individual

teachers will resume in September.

We will enjoy some special Sunday morning events in the

meantime:

Sunday, August 21- Promotion Sunday

Sunday, August 28- Game Day during Sunday school time

Sunday, Sept. 4th- Trip to visit Nursing Home neighbors

Sunday, Sept. 11th- Grade level classes with individual

teachers begin

We are always in need of substitute help or those willing to

bring or prepare snacks for the children. If you can assist occa-

sionally, please leave a note on the sign-in table in the children's

area or talk to Kay Eckiss or Lisa Upton. God will bless you as

you touch a child's life for Christ!

CHILDREN'S

Sunday School

News

Juliann Morland DaVee

806 W. 29th Street

Lawrence, KS 66046

Rachel Satterwhite Jieun Shin (Jung & Joon Choi)

920 N. Carico 706 E. Campus Drive

Carbondale, IL 62901 Carbondale, IL 62901

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Youth Group Highlights:

Questions? Comments? Want to stay con-

nected or be more involved with the

youth? Contact Jaci Arthur

at [email protected].

Upcoming Events & Announcements: Youth Group Highlights:

Questions? Comments? Want to stay connected or be more

involved with the youth? Contact Jaci Arthur

at [email protected].

Upcoming Events & Announcements:

~ August 4th - "Evolv" Thursday night senior high youth group

starts. We'll meet every Thursday starting at 6:30 p.m.

~ August 5th - Youth Night Out - pool party at the Upton

house!

~ August 6th - Volunteer at St. Francis, 10 a.m.-1p.m.

~ August 12th - End of Summer lock-in

~ Do you have any suggestions for discussions, Youth Night

Out activities, service projects, or anything else? Let Jaci

know!

Senior High Sunday School:

We are currently working our way through the Sermon on the

Mount. The verses listed are tentative and may be changed

based on the depth of our discussion.

July 31st - Matthew 5:21-26

August 7th - Matthew 5:27-37

August 14th - Matthew 5:38-48

August 21st - Matthew 6:1-4

August 28th - Matthew 6:5-15

September 4th - TBD

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August Birthdays

(by date)

3 - Gene Biggs

5 - Thyra Russell

6 - Marilyn Black

6 - Meungguk Park

9 - Tina Tow

13 - Shirley Booker

16 - Linda Egner

19 - Alison Ayala

20 - Shirley Richer

22 - Griffin Vale

23 - Roy Abrahamson

23 - Debbie Ditch

23 - Kaden Langin

23 - Mark Schultz

26- Richard Steudel

29 - Jaci Arthur

29 - Kay Eckiss

29 - Brian Manigold

31 - Jill Blessing

31 - Bob Sabo

Early September

Birthdays

9/5 Donna Biggs

9/5 David Hake

9/7 Brenda Davis

Grace United Methodist Church

9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship

10:10 a.m. Sunday School

11:15 a.m. Traditional Worship

8/15 Kevin & Robyn Dettmar

8/16 Gary & Holly Chamness

8/21 Gene & Donna Biggs (61 years)

8/25 Herb & Thyra Russell

8/26 Rick & Debbie Ditch

8/26 Ed & Grace Herman (67 years)

8/30 Rick & Connie Steudel

August Anniversaries

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Thank you for hosting Grace Camp. We had lots of fun there.

Thanks Grace Church!

Our favorites were:

the little kids - Natasha, the scarf dance - Elsa,

my lighthouse - Damika, drama and rhyme - Ivan,

playing with helpers - Violet, seeing the glow dance - Norah,

singing - Avahlyn, singing - Ingrid.

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Grace UMC Mission Statement

"Love God, love people, make disciples of Jesus Christ."

"Attention singers-- Choir will start re-

hearsing again on Tuesday, August

16th, at 6:30pm. In addition to anthems,

we will start working on a newly com-

posed cantata for All Saints Day."

Andrew Hudson

Community Youth Bell Choir

Our Community Youth Bell Choir is coming!

Rehearsals will start Wednesday, September 7th at

4:00 p.m., and all 6th-12th graders are welcome to

join. Anyone interested in helping with this service to our com-

munity in any way (snacks, teaching, supervising, etc.), please

contact Jaci Arthur at [email protected].

Handbell Choir

The Handbell Choir will resume rehearsals on Septem-

ber 7th, meeting Wednesdays from 6 p.m.-7 p.m. We'll

prepare for the Christmas season. For questions about

the choir or to participate in smaller, monthly ensem-

bles, please contact Jaci Arthur

at [email protected].

Grace Players

If anyone is interested in working on stage or behind

the scenes with the Grace Players, please contact Jaci

Arthur at [email protected]. We're

going to start back up again in August.

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Please have articles for the September 2016

Grace Notes to the church office by August 22.

Circle of Friends Potluck Tuesday– August 9- Noon

Bring a dish and join the fellowship.

Grace Race Farewell

The following paragraph was written by Tony

Miksanek and is from the President’s Message

article in the River to River Running Reporter,

Summer 2016.

“Finally, a shout out to Grace United Methodist Church in

Carbondale and all the wonderful people who have helped with

the Grace Race over the years. By the time you read this col-

umn, the Grace Race will have ‘retired’ after a 25 year run as one

of the most popular and successful 5K’s in southern Illinois his-

tory. We will not forget the food, music, camaraderie, festivities,

door prizes, wonderful volunteers and organizers, fast flat course,

and hot humid Friday nights. You will be greatly missed, Grace

Race! Thanks for the memories.”

It is HOT! As a result, the church electric bill

increased over $500 from the previous month. If

you are using the building for any reason, try to be

as conservative as possible. If a smaller room is

available that you could use rather than cool the

Auditorium, etc., please consider using it. TURN THE AIR

BACK UP when you leave the room.

Thanks from the Trustees!

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Our heartfelt sympathy is given to Rachel

Satterwhite on the recent death of her mother,

Kathy Satterwhite Michel.

The Marine Corps Auxiliary is very grate-

ful for the check we sent. They thought the

idea of honoring our fathers by helping our

veterans was a wonderful idea. For some vet-

erans the gifts given by the Auxiliary are the

only ones they receive. The check was very

much appreciated.

(Your Father’s Day donations totaled $790.)

Lay Servant Ministries had its origins

in the early years of Methodism: John

Wesley authorized the use of lay assistants

to preach and conduct worship in the ab-

sence of clergy. Today, there are opportu-

nities to serve Christ’s church and His

people through leading, caring, and com-

municating. Lay Servant Ministries help Christians claim their

spiritual gifts, talents, and skills by offering empowering train-

ing. Lay Servants engage in ministry to others through local

church and district networks of support. Examples of ministries

are leading a Bible class, visiting nursing homes and shut-ins,

pulpit supply, or specialized one-on-one caring. Through procla-

mation of God’s Word, service, and leadership, Lay Servants help

the church follow the Great Commission: Mathew 28:19-20.

Grace UMC has three Certified Lay Servants: Linda Egner,

Roberta DePuy, and John DePuy. If you are interested in becom-

ing a Lay Servant or would just like to take a class, please contact

Pastor In-Sook, or Roberta DePuy, Cache River District Co-

Director Lay Servant Ministries (573-201-6650).