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Message from Pastor ........................................... 1 Worship Schedule ................................................. 2 Bible Study ............................................................ 2 Message from Church Council.............................. 2 United Methodist Women ................................... 3 Bazaar Buddies ..................................................... 3 Children & Youth Ministries ................................. 3 Events ................................................................... 4 Prayers of Joys & Concerns .................................. 5 Birthdays & Anniversaries .................................... 5 Calendar ............................................................... 6

and more!

September 2015

It is no secret, I am new to

pastoral ministries. Preaching

has been my greatest joy during

my time here at Colby. I have

put a great deal of thought into

what to preach and why a

particular message. The more I

have worked at preaching, the

more systematic I have become

and long range message

planning has become more and more important to me.

During August, guided by the Revised Common

Lectionary, we have taken a close look at Jesus’ message

regarding “The Bread of Life” in John chapter 6. I hope

you learned something and gained a closer insight into

Jesus, bread and communion and how they all relate to

personal spiritual relationships with God. I know I did.

During September and early October I will be taking

a particular focus on personal spirituality and

discipleship. This all relates to the group study of

Revival by Adam Hamilton. Along the way we will look

at some very basic, and very difficult questions: What is

a Christian? What is a Methodist? Are we in

Communion? and Are we Disciples? These questions

really do cut to the heart of our spiritual nature and

relationship with God, both as individuals and as a

church community.

As we look at ourselves through these different rolls

and perspectives, we should not be lamenting the things

we are not, rather let’s identify the areas we would like

to improve, and make plans to strengthen our community

and ourselves as we move into a new Christian year with

the start of Advent, November 29, 2015.

God is always looking to the future, rarely the past.

That is the great power of God’s forgiving grace. Let’s

be honest through this process and think forward into the

future.

Colby is an amazingly loving and caring community,

let’s pray about how to widen our circle and invite new

families to join us.

~Pastor Brian

Message from the Pastor

PNW Wildfires

We are still in the midst of wildfire season in the Pacific Northwest. It has already proven to be a time filled with personal tragedy and significant property loss. Our continued prayers are very important.

We don’t know now what the recovery efforts will require but we do know that volunteers will be needed to help rebuild the homes of those who don’t have the means to do it themselves. We are optimistic that faith-based organizations will once again partner to get the job done!

Now is the time to start building a financial resource for the recovery. You can make a donation to our PNW Conference’s Disaster Fund (Advance #352) through Colby UMC or by sending a check to:

Pacific Northwest Conference Office C/O Conference Treasurer P.O. Box 13650 Des Moines, WA 98198 with Conference Advance #352 on the memo line.

Gifts given to the Disaster Fund are coupled with the hard and generous work of United Methodist volunteers to respond to need that arises across the conference. Our volunteer efforts are intentionally collaborative so we can have the best opportunity to continue making a difference long after the news cameras move on to the next story.

Finally, please do not send donations in kind to the area unless an official request is made for specific items.

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Date Scripture & Highlights

September 6, 2015 15th Sunday after Pentecost Holy Communion

Read: Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23; Psalm 125 Sermon: “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?”

September 13, 2015 16th Sunday after Pentecost

Read: Proverbs 1:20-33; Psalm 19 (UMH 750); James 3:1-12; Mark 8:27-38 Sermon: “Revival!”


Read: Proverbs 31:10-31; Psalm 1 (UMH 738); James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a; Mark 9:30-37 Sermon: “What Makes A Christian?”


Read: Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22; Psalm 124 (UMH 846); James 5:13-20; Mark 9:38-50 Sermon: “What Makes A Methodist?”

September Worship Plans

~Message from the Colby UMC Council~ The Church Council has asked the Trustees to proceed with insulation installation, roof removal and roof replacement for the church building. The work is estimated to cost no more than $40,000 and will be funded from portions of the Memorial and Capital Funds currently available in church accounts. These anticipated expenses will significantly reduce available Capital Fund reserves and your continued generosity to replenish the Capital Fund is greatly appreciated. Your earlier gifts to the Memorial and Capital Funds make this urgently needed work possible.

Thank you and God bless our Church,

The Colby United Methodist Church Council

Bible Study

New Bible study coming in September. Revival by Adam Hamilton, a study in spiritual development by following the path of John Wesley, will begin Wednesday evening, September 9th at 6:30pm and also during the weekdays

starting Thursday, September 10th at 1:00pm. This is a wonderful journey and is only 6 sessions. I would recommend this study to all kinds of small groups, and it is also very readable on its own. I would love to see each and every member take on this short, 6 week, study. Materials are available, just ask Pastor Brian.

With a Little Help From Our Friends

Sing-Along with George a Capital Campaign Fund Raiser

A Free-Will Offering Will be Collected

Saturday, September 12, 2015 4:00pm at Bremerton UMC

Songs from the 1920’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s!

Come dance and sing along with our fabulous accompanist, George Wagner!

Invite Your Friends!!!

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September UMW Meeting

UMW meetings resume on September 2nd at 7pm. This meeting will feature a guest speaker from TCH. The topic will be DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. Everyone is encouraged and welcome to attend. Please RSVP with Ledine Wilson or Jenniefer Sather so that we are able to plan for desserts. A field trip to TCH will occur later in the fall.

We’ll be collecting money to buy gift/gas cards for the women being assisted by Tacoma Community House. If you would like to help, please contact Cindi Irish or Jennifer Sather. Either one would be happy to accept your donation.

The UMW meetings are an opportunity for women at Colby United Methodist to strengthen our community of women and support each other in fellowship.

The purpose of UMW “is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.”

If you have any questions, please give us a call. Phone numbers listed below.

Ledine Wilson Jennifer Sather President Vice President (360)876-3245 (360)871-0244

Bazaar Buddies

What is Bazaar Buddies? A group of women who get together to make things (and have a lot of fun and laughs while working) to sell at our annual November Bazaar.

When & Where do they meet? At church in the upstairs front classroom (unofficial ‘Buddy Room’) on Mondays from 10am-2pm. (Don’t forget to bring your lunch.)

What kind of things do they work on? Aprons, potholders, embroidered dish cloths and pillow cases, baby blankets & sweaters, hats, ornaments, and assorted decorative and kitchen items.

What do they do with the money made at the Bazaar? The money raised in the Bazaar is used to support local, national, and international organizations that help those in need. Some of the organizations we support are South Kitsap Helpline, Kitsap Community Resources, Stand-up for Kids, Etta Project, Coffee Oasis-Port Orchard, Discovery Alternative High School, UMCOR, Tacoma Community House, and Red Bird Mission.

If you have an idea or have seen something in a magazine or on Pinterest, that you think would be a good item, bring it with you and give the group a try.

If you have any questions, please contact Cindi Irish (360) 871-1376.

Youth Group!

Colby’s Youth Group meetings resume on Sunday, September 20th at 12 noon.

Keep an eye on Facebook and check with John Mueller for more details.

Dorcas Circle Meetings are resuming on

the last Saturday of the month starting September

25th 9:30am - 2:00 pm

Bazaar Buddies, PM (aka Sewing Buddies)

Bazaar Budddies, PM meets on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm - 8:30pm. If you’ve ever wanted to help make items for the Fall Bazaar, but couldn’t make it on Monday mornings. here’s your chance. Bring an idea that you’d like to work on or come go through the idea folder to see if something appeals to you.

tel:360-871-0963

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If you have a prayer request, please contact: Ev Small (360) 871-2045 or

Diane Bishop at [email protected]

Joy and Thanksgiving The gift of friendship

Health Concerns Continued prayers for Len Hembd as he and his doctors deal

with his ongoing back and lung issues Prayers for Jack and Jeanne Munro’s friend, George Gallani,

recovering from a mild heart attack and going through further testing

Ev Small’s brother, Richard Evans, as he deals with the after effects of cataract surgery

Janie Hinds as she deals with severe pain issues complicated by the pain of shingles

Laurie Anderson’s friend Lynn and her 90 year old mother. The mother fell and shattered her femur and broke her hip.

Prayers for Jerry and Jennifer Sather as Jerry recovers at home. Continued healing for those who have had surgery recently

Wisdom and Courage to seek and do God’s Will All church leaders, here at Colby and everywhere

National & World Concerns Pray for racial, political, and economic tolerance to heal the

divisiveness in this world. Wisdom and guidance for our elected leaders

Peace, Strength, and Encouragement The Yees as they mourn the loss of Stephen Yee, Wiley’s

brother. Prayers for the homeless, for those seeking employment,

struggling with addiction, struggling with mental illness, and dealing with domestic violence issues.

All of our young adults struggling to find God’s way

Protection Prayers of travel mercies for everyone on their journeys

throughout the summer All active duty military, including Rusty Hoffman & Aaron Hoff

Ongoing Prayers Karen Whitley who was diagnosed with cancer Prayers of strength for Claudia Geasland as she endures her

medical issues

Birthdays & Anniversaries

September Birthdays 2nd Don Rogers 6th Emily Beaver 10th Nikolas Randall 23rd Nicholas Kolek Rob Shafer

September Anniversaries 6th Jerry & Shannon Randall 7th Ken & Edie Peckham 17th John & Natalie Todd

Ongoing Prayers...continued Prayers for Lea Campbell and her husband

John, as Lea battles lung cancer Bernie Boyd undergoing chemo for breast

cancer Marion Hill’s brother Art as he once again is

being treated for prostate cancer Continued prayers for Ken and Edie Peckham For Becky McDonald, dear friend of Beth

Watson, diagnosed with Thyroid cancer Ed Craford dealing with cancer

Calls, Cards, and Casseroles

At some time or another, everyone needs some extra care. As a congregation, we seek to support

one another through times of illness, hardship, and grief. Everyone can be a channel of God’s blessing through congregational care.

Jennifer Sather coordinates these effor ts. Please let Jennifer know if she can call on you to offer care. You may specify if you’re able to send cards, make phone calls, offer rides, visits, short respite care, and/or meals.

Contact Jennifer at (360) 871-0244 or [email protected]

“Do all the good you can.

By all the means you can.

In all the ways you can.

In all the places you can.

At all the times you can.

To all the people you can.

As long as ever you can.”

-John Wesley

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 6:30-8:30pm Bazaar Buddies PM

2 7pm UMW

3 7pm Trustees

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6 9:30am Choir Practice 10:30am Worship

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9 6pm Bible Study

10 1pm Bible Study

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13 9:30am Choir Practice 10:30am Worship

14 10am Bazaar Buddies


16 6pm Bible Study

17 1pm Bible Study 7pm Church Council

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19 9am Men’s Breakfast

20 9:30am Choir Practice 10:30am Worship 12pm Youth Group



23 6pm Bible Study

24

1pm Bible Study

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26 9:30am Dorcas Circle

27 9:30am Choir Practice 10:30am Worship 12pm Youth Group



30 6pm Bible Study

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Colby United Methodist Church PO Box 4299, South Colby, WA 98384 Phone: (360) 871-3365

Pastor’s Email: [email protected] - Office Admin Email: [email protected] - Website: www.colbychurch.org Pastor: Brian Nelson Editor & Production: Duana Dugan

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Colby United Methodist Church SE Harvey & Southworth Drive SE PO Box 4299 South Colby, WA 98384

September 2015 Meetings & Upcoming Events

1-29 Tuesdays Bazaar Buddies PM (aka Sewing Buddies) 6:30 pm 3 Thursday Trustees 7:00 pm 6-27 Sundays Choir Practice 9:30 am 14-28 Mondays Bazaar Buddies 10:00 am 9-30 Wednesdays Bible Study - Evening 6:30 pm 10-24 Thursdays Bible Study - Afternoon 1:00 pm 17 Thursday Church Council 7:00 pm 19 Saturday Men’s Breakfast 9:00 am 20-27 Sunday Youth Group 12:00 pm 26 Saturday Dorcas Circle 9:30 am

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