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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 612 POYNTZ AVENUE MANHATTAN KS 66502-6041 785-776-8821

[email protected] www.fumcmanhattan.com

Worship in Sanctuary

Sunday

8:35 — Contemporary 11:00 — Traditional

Wednesday

5:30 — Communion

Inside Pages

Children 4 & 5

Congregational Care 2 Items of Interest 3, 6 & 7

Mission Moments 10 Worship 11 Youth 8 & 9

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Vol. 78 April 21, 2011 No. 8

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Coming Events … • Confirmation Sunday May 1 11:00 am • Explore FUMC Wednesday, May 4 6:00 pm • FUMC Day at K-State Baseball Saturday, May 7

STAFF UPDATES

Pastor Andy Hargrove has received approval of the Kansas East Board of the Ordained Ministry and will be commissioned - the next step in becoming an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church – during the Kansas East Annual Conference. The service will be held on Friday, June 10 at 7:30 pm in the UM Church of the Resurrection (Leawood). All are invited to attend this worship celebration either in person or via livestreaming (www.kansaseast.org/stream). Congratulations, Andy! Mindy Turner, Director of Children’s and Family Ministries, is pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She will soon begin her clinical experience, and thus she will go to less than full time. In order to continue our wonderful, growing children’s ministries, two part-time assistants will serve on the team with her. The Staff-Parish Relations Committee and Children’s Council are both supportive of this temporary change. (See page 4 for more info about the assistant positions.) Michelle Sonner, Children’s Ministry Assistant, is moving to Kansas City with her family and will end her position in May. Benson McGlone, Youth Intern, is graduating from K-State and heading to Duke Theological Seminary and will end his position in May. We thank both Michelle and Benson for their many hours of service here at FUMC, and we pray God’s blessing on them!

New! New!! New!!! Men’s Evening Fellowship Group

7:00 — 8:00 pm Beginning May 3 and continuing on the first Tuesday of each month, the United

Methodist Men will sponsor an evening of Bible study and fellowship. Childcare is available with a reservation made 24 hours in advance by calling 776-2422 and

leaving a message. Come early, and come often!

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Congregational Care

Hospital Visitation

A pastor, Stephen Minister, or official lay visitor checks on persons in the hospital

when we know someone is there. The hospital provides a list of those who have

identified themselves as United Methodist, but no other information is available.

Please notify the church office (776-8821)

if you know of someone (including yourself) who is hospitalized.

The hospital does not notify us.

When you are admitted to the hospital, please indicate that you are a member of FUMC.

In case of an emergency after office hours, contact the pastor on call (number below).

On weekends, contact the Stephen Minister on call (number below).

We do not want to miss you!

Pastor on call (emergencies & after hours)

410-9982

Stephen Minister on call (weekends)

April 23-24 Midge Jones — 537-7000

April 30-May 1 Frank Arthur — 587-1833

Flint Hills District Prayer Calendar

(connecting with other UMCs in our area)

April 24 — Manhattan/Blue Valley

May 1 — Frankfort

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PRAYER CHAIN If you would like to be part of praying for the concerns in our congregation,

join our phone or e-mail prayer chain. To sign up, contact Lynn in the church office ([email protected] or 776-8821).

Prayer Concerns

• Mary Caudle-Kidd in the death of her son, Roderic Alan Hurt, April 8

• Randy Lawrence, hospitalized • Mildred Lindholm, recovering from surgery

• Marie Long, hospitalized

• Leland Piper, recently hospitalized

• Warren Prawl, recovering from surgery

• Jim and Cynthia Sanders and family in the death of

her father, Dan Cryster

• Bob Smith, hospitalized

• Mindy Weaver, recovering from surgery

• The family of Loretta Zarger in her death, April 6

• Clarence Zarger and Mary Hagenmaier in the death

of their sister, Luetta Lake, April 19

Congratulations

• Dan and Julie Bortnick in the birth of a son, Tyler James, March 19

• Brett and Tracy Scott in the birth of a daughter, Trey Catherine, April 10 • Ann Arthur (great-grandmother) and Terry and

Ginny Arthur (grandparents) in the birth of Avelyn Audrey Arthur, April 21, in Overland Park, Kansas. Parents are Dan & Amy Arthur.


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Congregational Items of Interest

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Menus for Wednesday Night Dinner

April 27 Chicken Ranch Casserole

Corn Medley Salad

Coconut Cake

May 4 Teriyaki Salmon

Rice Mixed Vegetables

Salad Mandarin Orange Cake

How to Mark Your Offering/Contributions

Many people have asked how to indicate their pledge to the Connecting in Faith Campaign so that the money is credited correctly. To assure that your contributions go to the proper accounts, please indicate on the memo line of your check or on your giving envelope as follows:

Ministry Budget (general operating items) = Budget

Capital Improvements (ongoing maintenance) = Cap. Improv.

Connecting in Faith (capital campaign) = Bldg Fund

If there is no indication on the check or envelope, the monies will go directly into the ministry budget, even if you have pledged only to the Connecting in Faith Campaign.

For contributions to come out of your automatic withdrawal, please contact Mary Jane in the office (776-8821 or [email protected]). Withdrawals are made on the 5th and the 20th of each month and will be set up accordingly.

All Church Event!! KSU Baseball Game and Tailgating

Saturday, May 7 UMM is sponsoring our 2nd annual KSU baseball game and tailgate on May 7 at Tointon Family Stadium at 2:00 pm. Everyone is encouraged to come join in the fun! We will have a tailgate lunch starting at 12:00 pm in the adjacent parking lot to the North. Tickets are available during fellowship time on Sundays, April 24 and May 1. Suggested donation of $1 each going donation going directly to the Ogden Friendship House. Contact Josh Roe at [email protected] or 785-410-0958 for more information.

BELL CONCERTS! SAVE THE DATES!

Sunday, May 1, 2011 - All FUMC Bell Concert 7:00 pm - Sanctuary

Children, Youth, No-Stress, Allegro, Spirit and Rhapsody - an evening of fun and music

Friday, May 13, 2011 - RHAPSODY RINGERS Concert 7:00 pm - Sanctuary

Come hear the Rhapsody Ringers give their annual concert in a new place! We will thrill you with things you have heard, haven't heard and even more!

Graduating from College or Tech School? Receiving

an Advanced Degree?

On Sunday, May 15 during worship,

we will recognize these persons, so if you are one of these

persons or if you know one of these persons in our

church family, please let the church office

know (776-8821 or [email protected]). We will include name, degree/

certificate, and institution in the bulletin.

High School Graduating Seniors

On Sunday, May 22, we will recognize our high school graduating seniors in worship and treat the seniors and their families

to a brunch between services. Please wear your cap and gown to worship

(if you have them). RSVP with the graduate’s name and the number coming for brunch by

e-mailing Nathan at [email protected].








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(Bible Learning And Spiritual Training) B.L.A.S.T. News

CHILDREN’S DAY OUT NOW ENROLLING FOR FALL 2011

Enrollment is taking place for Children’s Day Out (CDO) for the 2011-2012 school year. Children who are 12 months by Sept. 1, 2011 to age 3 are eligible. Toddlers must be table food ready and walking independently. Children attend one day a week on Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday from 9:15 am to 1:00 pm. Children bring their lunch and enjoy age appropriate activities throughout the morning. Enrollment forms are available in the Preschool Office, Room 18, which is on the first floor of the Education Center. If you have further questions, please contact Director Susie Olsen at 776-7030 or [email protected].

Next Safe and Sacred Spaces Training:

Tuesday, May 3, 2011 6:30-9:00 pm

RSVP with church office.

Don’t forget to REGISTER for

VBS which will be June 6-10!

Navajo Blankets and EZ-up tents needed

for VBS!

FUMC Children’s Ministry Opportunities

On April 11, Staff-Parish Relations Committee approved a proposal to hire two Children’s ministry assistants for the following year. (For more info, see staff updates on front page.) If you are interested in joining our exciting ministry staff, or know anyone who is, please contact Mindy for more information.

Sunday Ministry Assistant This part-time position (15 hours per week—including Sunday mornings) will serve in a dynamic, growing children’s ministry. The assistant will support the Director of Children and Family Ministry with Pre-K through 6th grade Sunday School operations.

Special Events Assistant This part-time position (15 hours per week) will serve in a dynamic, growing children’s ministry. The assistant will support the Director of Children and Family Ministry and planning teams with clerical and behind-the-scenes organization as well as annual events and the Y.U.M. weekday group.





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B.L.A.S.T. News (Bible Learning And Spiritual Training)

Join us for the “Great Hunt” on Easter Sunday

during the Sunday school hour. Parents:

* Please sign children into regular Sunday school class.

* Classes will be released to the courtyard by grade at designated times. * Free baskets available for children in courtyard. * Feel free to come and watch the kids, take pictures and enjoy the beautiful day!





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Action Team wants to share 2011 goals for each of the ministry areas, so all members of FUMC Manhattan know the direction for this year. In this section, we focus on the second phrase of the mission statement, Growing through Love, through the Small Group Ministry. The report includes the overall mission, vision, and values for the ministry area, along with specific goals for 2011.

Small Group Ministry

Mission - To provide an environment for growing in love through study, care, fellowship, and service

Vision - Groups of eight to sixteen meeting weekly growing together in faith, hope, and love

Values Knowledge of God’s word Compassion for the world Friendship & fellowship Continuing personal and corporate growth Open sharing of burdens & celebrations “Doing church” outside of FUMC’s campus Covenant relationship 6 hours of mission service each calendar year

Goal: Start Alpha. Outcome(s): Train folks to operate in a Small Group format. Provide an intentional evangelism tool for FUMC.

Measuring Points: Number of participants in Alpha. Course evaluations

Specific Actions: Start the Alpha course.

Goal: Hold training twice per year for leaders. Outcome(s): Consistency (not uniformity) across our programs. Successful programming

Measuring Points: Attendance at training. Evaluation forms after training

Specific Actions: Publicize training date. Feed participants. Run training. Complete evaluation forms.

Goal: Open enrollment for small groups. Outcome(s): Begin small group functioning

Measuring Points: Number of open small groups. Number of people wanting to sign-up

Specific Actions: Collect list of leaders ready to lead. Invite the congregation to sign up.

Begin functioning small groups.

Goal: Create Small Group study materials based on the Sunday service/sermon. Outcome(s): Weekly, single-page study guide with material and questions based on the Sunday service

Measuring Points: Availability of study guide

Specific Actions: Create weekly study guides.





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Action Team wants to share 2011 goals for each of the ministry areas, so all members of FUMC Manhattan know the direction for this year. In this section, we focus on the last phrase of the mission statement, Serving with Compassion, through the Hands-on Ministry. The report includes the overall mission, vision, and values for the ministry area, along with specific goals for 2011.

Hands-on Mission

Mission - Encouraging members to committed, compassionate service to those who are outside the church

Vision - Matthew 25:35—feed the hungry, clothe the naked, visit the sick and imprisoned.

Values Church does not exist for itself, but for mission in all that we do. Downtown setting creates the need to offer a welcoming environment and support for people in the area. Mission ministry to meet the needs of people in the community and world Expansion of current mission ministry to involve all people at FUMC Manhattan

Goal: Increase participation in Hands-on Mission by 50%. Outcome(s): A 50% increase in the number of volunteers since 2010

Measuring Points: Number of people participating in hands-on mission activities

Specific Actions: Visit small groups to encourage involvement. Recruit 3-5 more members for Mission Committee. Provide Mission Moments in worship services.

Goal: Communicate hands-on mission opportunities to church participants in ongoing manner. Outcome(s): To have mission events very visible to church members and visitors

Measuring Points: Identify specific places of communication, i.e. webpage, newsletters, bulletins, slides on screens.

Specific Actions: Update/design the Mission webpage. Dedicated space in newsletter/bulletin for mission announcements and/or

calendar Slides for different events to be shown pre-service at the 8:35 service

(using new screen technology)

Goal: Begin serving one other community meal (besides Wednesday night meal) by the end of 2011. Outcome(s): A breakfast, lunch, or dinner meal beginning Fall 2011

Measuring Points: Number of meals served

Specific Actions: Evaluate the need. Plan for the project. Implement the project.

Goal: Develop 1 or 2 new hands-on mission events during 2011. Outcome(s): New events will happen

Measuring Points: Number of new events and number of participants in each event

Specific Actions: Plan for Spring or Fall chore/cleanup. Plan second hands-on mission event (to be discussed and determined by

Mission Committee).




YG Youth Group

Prayer Requests We are all so thankful for the constant support and encouragement that we receive from all of you. Many of you have asked for us to let you know about our prayer requests so you can pray for us, so here are just a few.

• our two outgoing leaders Benson and Michelle

• That God would bring us more youth leaders who Love him with a great passion.

• That youth’s hearts would be touched and softened by the Holy Spirit

Thank You!

Youth Lock-In May 6

Institute June 19-25

Youth 2011 July 13-17

Birthdays !!! April 20 Carola Bereuter April 22 Paula Nickel April 28 Aubrey Rumford

Know a CDL Driver?

The youth as well as other areas in the church are on the lookout for CDL drivers. As many of you may have noticed, we have a beautiful yellow school bus, but do not always have drivers for it. If you have a CDL license and would be interested in being on our volunteer driver list, give us a call at 776-8821 or shoot us an e-mail at [email protected].

Seeking new volunteer leaders

The youth program is currently seeking volunteers who are willing to commit approximately ten hours a week to working with the youth. There are many service opportunities available for volunteers including: youthgroup, macho and gog (small group meetings), office hours, FCA, and other youth events. If you or anyone you know has a heart of working with youth, please contact Nathan at [email protected]. If you don’t know anyone but would like to still help, please join us in prayer as we prayerfully seek out these leaders.

In a few short weeks, the youth will enter that glorious time of their lives known as summer break. They are in luck because the youth group has a lot planned for this summer. Here is a look into some of those activities.

Institute: Institute is a spiritual life retreat hosted by the Kansas East Conference. Senior High youth travel to Baker University to meet new friends and grow in their relationships with God. This year is especially exciting because it is the 100th anniversary of Institute.

Youth 2011: This is essentially the Olympics of youth gatherings. This event only happens every 4 years. This year our youth are traveling to Purdue University to meet other United Methodist youth from around the nation. This is an amazing opportunity for them to see how many other youth are out there living their lives for God.

Gearing up for Summer!

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Youth Group YG

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On Friday, April 8, the confirmands headed to Kansas City for the annual confirmation retreat. They had a blast getting to know each other better, making banners, playing games, creating a class creed, and learning more about God’s love for them. Along the way we sorted and boxed food at Harvesters International and stopped at the T-Rex restaurant to grab a bite to eat. A big thank you to Mikki Minocha and John Pearsall. who came with us (Nathan and Rev. Kay) as volunteer leaders. Thank You!

Fun at Newsboys Concert

On Sunday evening, April 17, some of our youth traveled to Topeka to see the Newsboys, Kutless, and Disciple in concert. On the way there the youth quickly learned that Nathan had no idea where he was going, but the group made it there safely and had a blast. The Newsboys put on quite a show, and a highlight for everyone was when the drummer and his drums were lifted into the air on the platform. Then the platform tipped sideways and started spinning with the drummer harnessed in and playing the whole time. It was an amazing thing to see.

Happenings at the Confirmation Retreat




Mission Moments

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CHANGE THE WORLD: NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS SUNDAY, MAY 22

Plan to participate in this church-wide event during one of these two-hour shifts: 9:45 - 11:45 am; 11:00 am - 1:00 pm and 12:15 - 2:15 pm. Teams will work on homes of church members doing yard work and light home maintenance. Sunday School classes and other groups within the church are urged to form a team. Sign-ups will be available soon during Fellowship Time. Contact Rev. Nancy at 776-8821 or [email protected] or Dan Myers at for information. Nursery care will be provided.

Next Mission Trip to Anapra, Mexico

We are working to coordinate a June trip to Anapra to put up the building that we took down during the spring break trip. The dates have not been set yet as we are working around the last days of school in Anapra. We do have the window of time as sometime in the last two weeks of June. We are giving some thought to straddling a weekend so that some people might be able to join us if they could not be away from their jobs for a whole week. If you have questions or are interested in this type of mission work, contact Lynn Blecha at 539-6640 or [email protected]) or Rev. Nancy at 776-8821 or [email protected]. Whether you are able to go or not, please pray for this trip, for those whom God is calling to go, for the Susanna Wesley School, and for the Briones family.

Update: Fair-Trade Products Fair trade products support sustainable agriculture.

This spring, customers will note small price increases, due largely to the increased cost of transportation, as follows:

• There will be no increase on 10/12-oz. coffee products.

• 5-lb. coffees will increase 50 cents/lb. to $44.50. Products are sold to you the consumer at cost to the church.

Other factors contributing to price increases include: 1) global warming and climate changes affecting crops; 2) commodity market speculation for organic and fairly traded coffee, and 3) middlemen, who offer higher cash prices in an effort to diminish farmer-based co-ops. Shipping charges for products also have been restructured. The Equal Exchange Fair Trade system also is helping to empower women; many are coffee producers, and many also work in the fields to feed their families. As members of the Fair Trade Cooperative, women working in agriculture can take advantage of educational opportunities and grow in leadership within their community and the Cooperative, while also working to build economic security and access health care. First United Methodist Church members, guests and visitors have boosted sales of Fair Trade products in recent months, and the Mission Committee urges your continuing support for Fair Trade – and good taste.

Shepherd’s Crossing Honors C. Clyde Jones

At the dinner celebrating the 10th anniversary of Shepherd’s Crossing, our own C. Clyde Jones was surprised by the announcement of the creation of an endowment fund to honor his dedicated service to Shepherd’s Crossing. Clyde was a board member from 2001–07, served as Vice President for two years and President for two years. In 2005, Clyde went to a grant writing workshop for Compassion Kansas grantors. Shepherd’s Crossing received their first grant that year for Strategic Planning. Clyde currently serves as the Development Officer. If you would like to contribute to this fund to honor Clyde, contact Shepherd’s Crossing (776-1470) or write a check made payable to FUMC with “SC Jones Endowment” in the memo line.







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Worship

SUNDAY, APRIL 24 SUNDAY, MAY 1

Bus Driver Kent Manuel (539-5180, Don Boggs (539-6447, cell # 236-9663) cell # 410-4064)

Fellowship Time Christ & Culture and Pathfinders Faithlinks 8:35 Service 8:35 Service

Greeters Verle Amthauer, Marie Burgett, Josh & Adassa Roe, Joe & Mark Funk Martin & Doris Pankratz, Lance & Susan Saville

Main Floor Verle Amthauer, Mark Queen, Calvin & Mary Louise Drake, Bill Cool, Ushers Doug & Debbie Regester Dana & Carol Dodderidge, Dick McChesney,

Balcony Ushers Nick & MIkki Minocha Darren & Danae Rumford

Sound Dane Sargent Dane Sargent 11:00 Service 11:00 Service

Greeters Kirk Gray family John & Mildred Lindholm

Main Floor Merle & Beverly Eversmeyer, Loren Pepperd, Gordon Cunningham, Lynn Blecha, John White, Ushers Roger & Nancy Hammerschmidt, Bobb Stokes Carole Harbers, Joe Knopp, Jeremy Will

Balcony Ushers Bill & Pat Harrison, David Allen Doug & Elaine Meloan, Scott Johnson, Bill Clark, Bruce & Mindy Thierolf

Sound John Fellers John Fellers

DIAL-A-PRAYER (776-9569) APPRECIATION SCOREBOARD May Stewards

May the good Lord inspire you!

Monday: Calvin & Mary Louise Drake Tuesday: Molly Myers Wednesday: Ora Mae Kirkendall Thursday: Mary Jo Kurtz Friday: Dixie Everson Saturday: Steve Johannnes Sunday: Pat Harrison

NEW SERMON SERIES

Beginning on May 8, we will explore family life through the story of Jacob and Esau in Genesis (chapters 25-33). Topics will include sibling rivalry, leaving home, family division, and reconciliation.

RECOGNITIONS IN MAY

During worship, we always praise God, and during May, we will also recognize these persons and events: May 1 Confirmation (11:00 only) May 8 Mothers Day May 15 Higher Ed Graduates and Disciple Classes May 22 High School Graduates and Change Your World Participants May 29 Memorial Gifts




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POTLUCK WITH THE BRIONES FROM ANAPRA Thursday, April 28 in Fellowship Hall

Gathering - 5:30 pm Meal - 6:00 pm Antonio and Dina Briones, who direct Susanna Wesley School in Anapra, Mexico, will be

with us and update us on their work. Chicken will be provided; bring a side dish or dessert to share. An offering will be taken to support this ministry. Please make a reservation by

contacting the church office at 776-8821 or [email protected].

Easter Sunday, April 24 Worship at 6:30, 8:35*, and 11:00* AM

Rejoice that Jesus is alive—and thus so are we!

The 6:30 sunrise service will be led by youth and held in the courtyard (or, in case of inclement weather, the chapel of the Harris Activity Center).

*Nursery care is available without reservation at these services.





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