What are your
memories of
Lent? Do you
think of giving
something up like
TV or chocolate?
How about no
meat on Fridays?
My memories of Lent include strong
memories of Ash Wednesday and
Holy Week worship services—
powerful times to reconnect myself
with God.
Lent is the church season that lasts
for 40 days (excluding Sundays) that
begins on Ash Wednesday and ends
on Holy Saturday, right before Easter.
The word, Lent, comes from the An-
glo-Saxon word lencten, which
means “spring.” The season is a
preparation for celebrating Easter.
Historically, Lent began as a period
of fasting and preparation for baptism
by converts and then became a time
for penance by all Christians.
This year, Lent begins on Wednes-
day, March 5. We will have a reflec-
tive, interactive worship experience at
7pm as we prepare to “head to the
desert” and go deep in ourselves as
we repent (turn from our sins) and
spiritually ready ourselves before the
Easter miracle. Communion, the im-
position of Ashes (made from the
previous year’s palms from Palm
Sunday), and a “desert” prayer station
will all be part of worship.
But before we even get to the wor-
ship experience, there will be a
unique opportunity to spread the love
of God in our community throughout
the day. We will be joining with Rev.
Amy Sens and the congregation of
Six:Eight United Church of Christ
Church new church plant in Meadow
Mill to provide “Ashes to Go” for
people who are on their way to work,
around town, or just don’t feel com-
fortable in a “traditional” worship
space. Each person will be given a
piece of paper with a brief explana-
tion of Lent, Ashes, and why we are
doing what we are doing. It will in-
clude a prayer. And those persons
who wish to receive ashes will have
the mark of the cross placed on their
head along with a short prayer, and
they are on their way. If they desire to
linger and chat, we are available.
We are looking for a group of peo-
ple who are willing to help spread
God’s love in a real and tangible way
in our community that day. If you are
able to participate, please see me. No
experience necessary—we will train
you that day and provide needed sup-
plies. We will not be out all day, but
will have “shifts,” including morning
Pastor’s Message
Inside this issue:
Pastor’s Message 1
Church News 2
Youth Ministry 3
Missions Opportunity 4
F.Y.I 6
Congratulations 7
Editor’s Note
Inserts: Calendar
9
“We are called to address the needs of God’s children within and beyond our walls.”
Good Shepherd’s News 3800 Roland Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21211
410-243-1129 Rev. Bonnie McCubbin, Pastor
Email: [email protected]
www.goodshepherdhampden.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/GoodShepherdHampden
February 201 4
Volume 9, Issue 2
Sunday School 10:00 am
Worship Service 10:00 am
Fellowship Hour First Sunday
Baptisms Second Sunday
New Member Reception
Fourth Sunday
Ramp for
Wheelchair or Walker
accessibility
“GOOD SHEPHERD ON THE MOVE”
On Sunday, January 19th, Good Shepherd’s Sanctuary
was cold due to some kind of furnace issue. Pastor Bonnie
decided that instead of turning away members of the con-
gregation because of the cold it would be better to have the
worship service in the Jr. Room. It was much warmer
down there since the heat was turned on, but slowly rising
to the Sanctuary.
Those who were in church early helped with arranging
the chairs, bringing down the hymnals and bulletins and
passing out the bulletins. Don Lippy waited upstairs to
send everyone downstairs for the service.
Children’s Sermon involved the children as well as
Good Shepherd’s ’young at heart.’ The worship service
went off like a charm, Thank the Lord.
The title of this article came from Pastor Bonnie as she
opened the service she said, “Welcome to Good Shepherd
on the Move.” I liked it so much that I decided to use it,
with permission, of course.
Church N ews
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rush hour, lunchtime, and evening rush hour, at different locations throughout Hampden.
Intrigued? Sign up at church so that we know to expect you. Make this a Lent to remember more than you
remember chocolate, TV, or meat. Start off Lent this year with an act of service—Ashes to Go—and spread
God’s love one “ash cross” at a time. May you find this Lent to be reflective, meaningful, and filled with
God’s love.
Blessings,
Pastor Bonnie
SOUP’S ON
Sunday, January 19th was Soup’s On Sunday. Three different soups were on the menu as well as garden
salad, bread and an assortment of desserts were on the menu. Most, if not all, who attended the worship ser-
vice was in the Social Hall laughing, talking and enjoying the meal.
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Over the past few months our
After School, Children’s and Youth
Programs have been very busy. Our
Family Christmas Activity was a
great success reaching out to over 20
children and youth and their families. We were de-
lighted to celebrate Christmas with an impromptu
Christmas pageant. The children and adults were de-
lighted to get in costume and rejoice in Christ’s birth.
Birthday Party for Jesus
Coming up for our After School program is a two
week curriculum about justice in our world through
music, faith, and art. Our Children’s and Youth Pro-
grams will gather on March 7 to begin the Lenten sea-
son. And, mark your calendars early for our West
River Camp, July 6-11. If you have any questions
about our Children’s and Youth Programs, contact
Pastor Nickie at 443-835-3739 or
Youth Ministry
After School Kids singing Christmas
Christmas Pageant 2013
Joseph (Gordon), Angel (Madelynn), Shepherd (James)
Jesus (Josephine) & Mary (Christine Wiedefeld)
Mission Opportunities
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HWRMW FOOD PANTRY ...Betty Callahan
Please continue to support the HWRMW Food
Pantry by donating non-perishable food items. There
is always a need for soups, pasta/pasta sauce, tuna,
canned vegetables, cereal. Toiletries, such as tooth-
paste, toothbrushes, shampoo, deodorant, shaving
cream and soap are also needed. Please continue to
bring these items in throughout the year, and place
them in the box in the Roland Avenue narthex.
BOARD OF CHILD CARE
The Board of Child Care and The Strawbridge
School is still in need of Campbell’s Labels. The la-
bels will continue to help The Strawbridge School to
get things they need. Please remember them by bring-
ing in labels to put in the box on the table in the 38th
St. Narthex.
Cookies for The Board of Child Care The Board of Child Care is asking for donations of
homemade or packaged cookies. The deadline is
Sunday, February 16th. A box labeled "Cookies for
the BCC" will be in the back of the Sanctuary.
Contact Bernie McAllister at 410.889.3849 if you
have questions.
United Methodist Women: News and Projects...Shirley Stran
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Thursday, December 19th
In response to our special invitation, Pastor Bonnie joined Bill, Jeanne, Sandy and Shirley at the Commu-
nity School Open House.
The students Christmas decorating created a warm and cozy atmosphere. We were welcomed with big
smiles from current and former students, board members and other volunteers.
We were delighted to see previous students and learning what is current in their lives, Tom explained to
Pastor Bonnie the role we all have with the students.
We introduced Pastor Bonnie to one and all and she in return learned more about the school, various indi-
viduals and their part in the programs and plans for the future. In addition to all this we shared and enjoyed
delicious cookies, cakes, baked ham and other refreshments.
It was a lovely, delightful, warm evening spent with old and new friends with a common interest - the
school and its students.
In a few days we will be in the
month of February. This month has
never been a real popular one and I
guess that’s why they made it the
shortest.
February, however does provide
us with several things that we are
thankful for.
This month is “Black History
Month.” A time when we honor
those African Americans who have
and are bringing so much enjoy-
ment and inspiration to our lives.
Whether you enjoy the wonderful
jazz music of Louis “Satchmo”
Armstrong, thrill to a running catch
by Adam Jones, or find inspiration
in the “Dream” of Dr. Martin
Luther King, Black History Month
means so much to so many of us.
Then, of course, there is
“Valentine’s Day.” This is when
“Cupid” shoots his magical arrows.
He may have shot many people in
this world, but personally I think
his aim is terrible.
Of course, there are many kinds
of love. Love of food, TV pro-
grams, sports, music, and of course,
each other. I remember reading
somewhere that “Love talked about
is easily ignored, but love demon-
strated is irresistible.” If our God
had only talked about how much
He loved us, it might not have
meant much, but He demonstrated
His love by sending His son Jesus
to die for us so we may have eternal
life. The greatest Valentine ever
sent is found in John 3:16.
Happy February
Reflections by John Landers
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I Thank God For…
...bringing me through my second year in remission from Breast Cancer.
...Michelle Smith
...bringing my niece, who lost her teenaged daughter, through her first Christmas without her.
...Shirley Milledge
Congregation’s Corner
PINEAPPLE BREAD
1/4 lb. butter
1 C sugar
4 eggs
6 slices cubed bread
1- 20 oz. can crushed pineapple, drained
Cream butter, sugar and eggs. Add bread cubes
and pineapple. Bake in a well greased casserole dish
at 350 degrees for one hour. Recipe from Virginia
Dailey.
GETTING TO KNOW YOU…
Linda May Thompson
Favorite things:
Food: steamed crabs, tacos
Books: James Patterson books
Movie: E.T.
Music: 40’s & 50’s, Big Band
Bible Passage: Psalm 117 vs 2
TV show: NCIS (I really like
Mark Harmon)
Special gifts, hobbies & other interests:
Wed. Choice Senior Club,
HWR,
Women's Society,
Bible Study
Why you chose Good Shepherd as your church:
Lots of my friends go to Good Shepherd and they
made me feel at home, and close to home.
.
PRAYERS & CONCERNS
Make prayer requests to the church by calling the Prayer Chain Captain, Shirley Stran 410-467-2246. Your church
family will pray for healing of your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers and others in need.
(For addresses and phone numbers, please refer to your Church Directory.
PRAYERS ARE NEEDED FOR:
Betty Callahan
Bill Huff
Delores Nash
Betty Pennington
The Weese Family
Our Shut-ins:
Helen Bridges
Doris Cromwell
John Cromwell
Polly Klages
Ruth Kurz
Lois Lewis
Elizabeth McQuay
Myrtle Markland
Pat Naylor
Paul Spitzbarth
Eleanor Therit
Don Webb
Betty Webb
Rosetta Whittington
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Good Shepherd extends its deepest sympathy to…
... Sharon, Jeff and Cooper Weese in the of their sister, aunt & great-aunt, Fran Woolwine.
...the family of Donna Thompson, a former member at Mt. Vernon, upon her recent passing.
F.Y.I.
PLANNING MEETINGS, EVENTS, OR NEED
PARKING PASSES?
Please inform Sharon Weese, Chair of Trustees, if
you want to schedule an event at church. Contact
Sharon Weese for Parking Passes. The parking lot will
be patrolled by Greenwood Garage from 8 am to 1
pm. You must make sure your Parking Pass is visible
or your car will be towed. If you plan to have guests
please be sure to get passes from Sharon on the day
your guests are to arrive. If you notice a visitor in the
congregation, feel free to ask if they parked on the lot
so that they can get a pass.
CARDS TO CHURCH MEMBERS AND
FRIENDS
Please be aware that we continue to ask for your
help in encouraging and lifting the spirits of many of
our homebound members and friends. Please remem-
ber to share God’s love with others. Addresses are in
your Church Directory.
SUNDAY’S SERMONS BY MAIL OR EMAIL
If you want a copy of Pastor Bonnie’s sermons sent
to you please contact Rachel Yates, Administrative
Assistant, 410-243-1129 (the church office number).
Leave your name and address or your name & email
address so she can send you the sermon.
Those who are able to attend services may also re-
quest a copy to follow along during Sunday’s sermon.
Please leave your name with Pastor Bonnie after the
worship service.
CHOIR
The choir rehearses on Wednesday at 2:30 pm in
the Jr. Room and Sunday morning at 9:30 am. All are
welcome to join and sing for the Lord.
BULLETIN DEADLINE
Every Monday all announcements, joy and con-
cerns, fellowship opportunities, mission opportunities
and other information you want to share with the con-
gregation should be in writing and left in the mailbox,
on the wall, outside the office of Rachel Yates, Ad-
ministrative Assistant.
CHURCH ENVELOPES
Boxes of church envelopes are in the front, right
side of the sanctuary on the table with the white lace
cloth. They are ready to be picked up. If you do not
see your name contact Pam Seibert.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
FELLOWSHIP HOUR
Hosts are needed for the 1st Sunday of the month
socials. Individuals or groups welcome. Consider sign-
ing up for 1 or more months. Help is available. The
church provides coffee, tea, hot chocolate, utensils,
plates, a and napkins. Contact Shirley Huff or Bonnie
Thompson with questions. Sign up in the narthex.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Substitutes are needed for the After School Pro-
gram. If you want to volunteer contact Nickie Moreno
-Howard.
Available Dates: August, September, October,
November and December
CONGRATULATIONS
MICHAELA SMITH
On November 26, 2013, Michaela Smith, Miss
Maryland Jr. High, was selected by the Mayor’s
Office to be Mayor For A Day. As Mayor For A
Day she was able to experience a close look at the
way Baltimore City is run.
CONGRATULATIONS
JEFF WEESE
Jeff Weese, pictured with his son, Jason, has
made the Dean’s List for the 3rd time.
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NEW INFORMATION
2014 DIRECTORY
Membership Directories will be printed and distributed in February. Please contact the church Secretary,
Rachel Yates with any changes to the directory no later than February 1st. Changes can be left in the mailbox
outside the church office (above the water fountain), or you can send them to Rachel’s email:
THANK YOUS
Pastor Bonnie would like to thank the congregation for their beautiful cards and the generous Christmas
bonus. It was not expected, but much appreciated. Thank you all for your ministry and presence at Good Shep-
herd, in the Hampden community, and beyond.
To the Congregation of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church
Please convey to everyone my sincere thanks for the support and prayers during the time I had my back sur-
gery. I really believe in the power of prayer and certainly felt this during the past several months.
I am coming along slowly, but have noticed a daily increase in my energy and walking ability. Also, thanks
for the beautiful flower arrangement that Nance delivered to me. Flowers always cheer me up.
Again, thanks for everything and may your church be blessed in the years to come.
Linda Thompson
(Nancy Cromwell’s neighbors)
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JANUARY
Wednesday 29th Worship Committee meeting
3:30pm in the choir room to plan for Lent and Easter. Please bring your ideas.
FEBRUARY
Wednesday 5th Finance Committee meeting
1pm in the parlor to discuss the end-of-the-year reports and statements.
MARCH
Wednesday 5th Ash Wednesday Meal in the Parlor
(Time and other details to be determined )
Saturday 15th SHIFT HAPPENS
a young adult conference, will be held at Queens Chapel UMC in Beltsville.
The guest preacher will be Tye Tribbett; Kurtis Parks will b the worship
leader. The cost of this event, sponsored by the Baltimore-Washington Conference,
is $22 if you register before February 14.
See Pastor Bonnie for information to register, or to set up a carpool.
Sunday 30th PIZZA!! PIZZA!!
Immediately following the Worship Service in the Social Hall. The Pizza is
supplied by Good Shepherd. The Hospitality Committee asks for donations of
desserts and drinks from the congregation. When you sign up please specify what
type of dessert you will bring, cake, pie, etc.
Upcoming Meetings & Events These meetings and events are subject to be changed. All will be promptly notified. Check your Cal-
endar of Events as well.
Children and Youth Activities Calendar
JANUARY
Monday 27th Justice and World Religions
Tuesday 28th Exploring Injustice
Thursday 30th Confronting Injustice
Friday 31st Half Day-Music and Justice
FEBRUARY
Monday 3rd Justice Music for Us
Tuesday 4th Art and Photography
Thursday 6th Game Day
Friday 7th Reading Party
Monday 10th Art Day
Tuesday 11th Game Day
Thursday 12th Dance Party
Friday 14th Reading Club
Monday 17th NO AFTER SCHOOL
Tuesday 18th Game Day
Thursday 20th Writing Activity
Friday 21st Reading Club
Monday 24th NO AFTER SCHOOL
Tuesday 25th Game Day
Thursday 27th Science Activity
Friday 28th Reading Club
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From the Editor
I was going to write about myself, but I feel the need to
express how much Fran Woolwine meant to me.
When I first met Fran, she came to good Shepherd as a
visitor. I am told that I have a way of greeting everyone
with a smile. Well, I smiled at Fran while passing the peace
and she reached out to hug me. I thought, “wow that was
nice” because she didn’t really know me.
Fran has always been that nice. She was warm and sweet
and had a great sense of humor. Pam and I would stop by
3838 to drop off the bulletins for Evelyn Ruckert and she
would be sitting behind the desk, sometimes eating a snack
(that she probably shouldn’t be eating) and talk and laugh
with us for a few minutes.
She always complimented the choir on its good job and
wanted to know if there were any solos coming up so she
could be sure to be there.
What sticks heavily in my mind is that Fran was a strong
woman and never complained about her illness. I would ask
her how she was doing when she came back to church from
being ill and she’d say, “I’m going to be here until I can’t
anymore.” I said what we all say, “You’re not going any-
where for a long time.” As I walked away from her, I
thought how she and I had that in common. We took our
illnesses as a way of life with no complaints. The Lord will
take care us.
When I heard that Fran was gone, I cried. I knew, as she
said, “I’m going to be here until I can’t anymore” had come.
I loved Fran Woolwine and I will truly miss her.
LECTIONARY READINGS
February 2nd 4th Sunday after the Epiphany
Micah 6:1-8
Psalm 15
I Corinthians 1:18-31
Matthew 5:1-12
February 9th 5th Sunday after the Epiphany
Isaiah 58:1-9a (9b-12)
Psalm 112:1-10
I Corinthians 2:1-12 (13-16)
Matthew 5:13-20
February 16th 6th Sunday after the Epiphany
Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Psalm 119:1-8
I Corinthians 3:1-9
Matthew 5:21-37
February 23rd 7th Sunday after the Epiphany
Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18
Psalm 119:33-40
I Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23
Matthew 5:38-48
PARTICIPANTS THIS MONTH
LITURGISTS
VIRGINIA DAILEY
GREETERS
Elaine Grill
Don Lippy
Roy Keys
USHERS
Don Lippy
Bill Harris
ACOLYTES
Pam Seibert
Broc Smith
Michaela Smith
ACOLYTES IN TRAINING
Nicholas Seibert
Jaylyn Reedy
Jason (Cooper) Weese
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
Jerry Guchemand
Peace and blessings, Shirley M
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SMALL GROUP AND BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES AT GOOD SHEPHERD
ADULT BIBLE STUDIES 8-week Bible Study: The Book of Acts Begins Tuesday 7th 2 pm in the parlor Lead by Rev. Bonnie McCubbin
First Tuesday of the Month 10:00 am Prayer Group & UMW Meeting Shirley Stran, President Groups meet promptly in the Fellowship Hall Please bring a sandwich or light lunch, drinks and desserts will be provided
Second Tuesday thru Last Tuesday of each month 10:30 am Friendship Circle Led by Nancy Cromwell Meets in the Jr. Room Please bring bag lunch
ALL ARE WELCOME TO ANY GROUP
WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR CHURCH
Remember your offering
Altar Flowers and Bulletins $26
Garden Windows $10
Donations -Memorials -Honorariums -Bulletin Insert -Easter Flowers -Mother’s Day -Father’s Day -Grandparent’s Day -Poinsettia
Remember Good Shepherd in your Will
Please contact Nancy Cromwell, 410.366.6862, to place your order for flowers & to support
your church by making donations.
1st Sunday of each month in the lounge, following
the Worship Service.
Come, enjoy light refreshments and conversation.
If you are interested in Hosting one Sunday contact Shirley Huff.
ALL articles, as well as meetings and church events, need to be in writing and in the hands of the editor, Shirley Milledge, no later than the Sunday prior to the week of publication. Thanks for your understanding and assistance. Contact Info: 410.366.0629 or by email: [email protected]
DEADLINE: MARCH ISSUE Sunday, February 16th
PUBLICATION: Sunday, February 23rd
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GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Your church family would love to know a little more about you. Fill this out and return it to Shirley Milledge.
Name:
Favorite things (food, books, movies, music, Bible passage, TV shows, etc.):
Special gifts, Hobbies and other interests:
Why you chose Good Shepherd as you church:
If you have suggestions to make this newsletter better please submit your them in an
envelope with my name, Shirley Milledge or Shirley M., and the words
“Suggestion Box” and put it in the mailbox outside the office near the Ramp Entrance.
Leave your name if you want, but it’s not necessary.
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
JANUARY 26
9:15 am
Choir
Rehearsal
JANUARY 27
Bulletin
Deadline
JANUARY 28
2 pm
Acts Bible
Study
JANUARY 29
2:30 PM
Choir
Rehearsal
3:30 pm
Worship
Committee
meeting in the
choir room
JANUARY 30
JANUARY 31
1
2
FELLOWSHIP
HOUR
9:15 am
Choir
Rehearsal
3
Bulletin
Deadline
4 10 am
Prayer
Session &
UMW meeting
2 pm
Acts Bible
Study
Happy
Anniversary
Vicki & Harry
Bigham
5
1:00 pm
Finance
Committee
meeting in the
Parlor
2:30 PM
Choir
Rehearsal
6
Christian
Fellowship
7 8
9
9:15 am
Choir
Rehearsal
10
Bulletin
Deadline
11
10:30 am
Friendship
Circle
2 pm
Acts Bible
Study
12
2:30 PM
Choir
Rehearsal
13
Happy
Birthday
Elizabeth Lutz
14
VALENTINE’S
DAY
Happy
Birthday
Frances
Spitzbarth
15
16
9:15 am
Choir
Rehearsal
NEWSLETTER
DEADLINE
17
Bulletin
Deadline
Happy
Anniversary
Frances & Paul
Spitzbarth
18 10:30 am
Friendship
Circle
2 pm
Acts Bible
Study
Happy
Anniversary
Bonnie & John
Thompson
19
2:30 PM
Choir
Rehearsal
Happy
Birthday
Pastor Bonnie
McCubbin
20 21 22
23
9:15 am
Choir
Rehearsal
MARCH ISSUE
OF
NEWSLETTER
24
Bulletin
Deadline
25
10:30 am
Friendship
Circle
2 pm
Acts Bible
Study
26
2:30 PM
Choir
Rehearsal
27
Happy
Birthday
Susie Pearce
28
FEBRUARY 2014