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THE CENTRAL SENTRY May 2017 Central United Methodist Church 17 Nanticoke Avenue, Endicott NY 13760 Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost www.centralumcendicott.org (607) 754-6060

Pastor’s Notes As I write this, it’s in the 70s outside (close to 80 yesterday!), the daffodils and forsythia are flaming, and I’m thinking wonderful thoughts of playing in the dirt, which of course I can’t do yet, because of the late frost date in this part of the world. All this in mid-April! My Alabama heart is happy, let me tell you. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about ‘home,’ and my sense of it. I’ve been thinking about my ‘home’ in Alabama, as I start thinking about a summer trip south, my ‘home’ with my husband and our odd schedules, my ‘home’ with my friends, my ‘home’ in the ministry and in this United Methodist Church. So many homes… Long ago, moving around the country as an Air Force child, I learned that ‘home’ had nothing to do with particular houses or cities, (though I do claim a ‘hometown’ and there are some places that will never leave my heart). With my family situation being what it was when our kids were smaller, I have also learned that ‘home’ doesn’t always have to do with the same people being in the same house every day. ‘Home’ is about much more than that. ‘Home’ is about connection, about finding one’s place, about finding one’s center. Why is this occupying my thoughts these days? Easter. Easter teaches us again and again, every single year, that we have a home in God and in the community of faith, no matter what the rest of our lives look like, no matter where we live, no matter how we live. It is a glorious promise that God gives to us. We spend time each year during Lent and Holy Week reminding ourselves to put God at the center of our lives and our being—to make God our home--and then it seems we gradually leave that home behind once the lilies fade. May we who call ourselves Easter people remember this year that God is our ‘home,’ and may we live like we believe it!

Still in One Peace, Pastor Michelle

May Events May 5 – Gourd Workshop

May 7 – Holy Communion

May 12 – CWU Friendship Lunch

May 17 – Ladies Retreat

May 19 – Men’s Group

May 20 – Road Rally

& Potluck Dinner

May 21 – Sky Lake Open House

May 21 – Contemporary Worship

May 24 – M&Z Gardens

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May Friendship Day Friday, May 12 Noon

Church Women United invite all women to a

lunch on Friday, May 12 at noon at Central

UMC dining room. The program will be on the

“Healing Garden” at Lourdes Hospital. The

“Least Coin” collection will be taken. For

reservations for the lunch, please call Kay

Lathrop at 754-5089 by Monday, May 8th

.

Contemporary Worship Sunday, May 21 7pm

Join Living Water on Sunday, May 21 at 7pm in

Fellowship Hall for our last contemporary

service! We'll celebrate another great year by

featuring a set of our favorite worship songs

along with a message from Jeff Heald. Join us

for an evening of great worship and praise, with

refreshments to follow!

Create Your Own Planter Wednesday, May 24 11:30 am

The UMW is sponsoring a day at M&Z

Greenhouse in Owego to create your own

planter. Please meet in the church parking lot at

11:30 to carpool. Bring a bag lunch. M&Z will

provide dessert and drinks. You may bring your

own pots or buy a pot at M&Z. The cost is quite

reasonable and will depend on what plants you

choose for your planter.

Pot Holes and Pot Luck Central Road Rally

Saturday, May 20 3 PM Over Hill, Over Dale we will hit the pothole trails of

the Triple Cities roadways. Come one come all! Get

your thinking caps on and your driving/riding eyes

ready for a fun-filled event called Central's Road

Rally! Each team will drive around- following

directions, looking for clues along the way and

answering question on the sites they see. All you

will need is an automobile with an operating

odometer, a tank of gas and a navigator to read

directions and look for clues along the way. The

more in each car, the merrier!

The Rally starts at the church at 3:00 pm. Teams

will be scored on time, mileage and correct answers

on clue sheet. After the Road Rally is over, there

will be a potluck dinner at about 5:00 pm in the

dining room, so please bring a dish to pass. Dessert

and beverages will be provided! Questions - contact

the Church office.

Summer Café Lite

Cafe' Lite will be offered during the summer from

8:30 to 9:30 before the worship service. Volunteers

are needed throughout the summer to prepare coffee

and set out juice, fruit and some baked goods. If you

could help out with this ministry one or two Sundays

please contact Carla Wood - carlamae@stny.rr.com

or 748-3189 or call the church office, there will also

be a sign up sheet posted in the welcome center.

Thank You

Summer Office Hours The church office will be on summer hours in June,

July and August. The church office will be open

Monday through Thursday 9:30 am to 2 pm. The

office will be closed on Fridays during the summer

only. Normal office hours will resume in September.

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Central Men’s Group Friday, May 19 6 pm

All Men are invited to our monthly meeting. As

always the meeting will include devotions, a meal

and a program. This month's program will be by

Bob Wright talking about gardening - he will give a

presentation and be open to Q's and A's. Please plan

on attending. A sign-up sheet is in the welcome

center, please sign up so we have an idea on how

much food is needed. Questions - contact Knud

Hansen (754-0882; khansen3@yahoo.com)

UMW Garden Tour Saturday, June 24 11-4

What would be better than being surrounded by a

garden filled with gorgeous plants and flowers?

Five more! Come, indulge your passion for seeing

lovely gardens, with singing birds and fluttering

butterflies. This year we will be featuring a small

boutique of garden décor that you can add to your

own yard this year as well as refreshments. Tickets

for the tour are $12 and will go on sale June 1st.

Help Wanted Friday, May 5 1pm In conjunction with adding a garden boutique

sale to the garden tour, we will have workshops to

create sale items.

The first workshop will be held on May 5th

at

1pm in Sharon Carmine’s back yard, 305 N Duane

Ave. We will be creating bird houses out of gourds;

no special talents are needed! If you can use a

paint brush, you can do this. Please call Sharon to

reserve a spot.

Circle Meetings Deborah Circle: Martha Petrush, 754-7494

Elizabeth Circle: Kelly Devine, 754-9240

Grace Circle: Pauline Witt, 748-4142

Sarah Circle: Carole James, 757-2629

All circles will be attending the retreat instead

of their monthly meeting.

Ladies Retreat – Rising Hope Wednesday, May 17

Join your sisters in Christ and Pastor Joyce

Allen from Ogden-Hillcrest UMC on May 17

at Founder’s Lodge at Sky Lake. Arrive at

Central at 8 am to car pool and to arrive at

Sky Lake by 9 am. We will begin our retreat

with refreshments and fellowship. Pastor

Joyce will lead us in an understanding of

“hope” and how it relates to our lives. The

morning will include singing, activities,

fellowship, and laughter. After a delicious

lunch, Kelly Crane will lead a jewelry making

session. The day will close around 3:30 with

a communion service. It is a day that you

won’t want to miss. The retreat is open to all

women. Invite your friends!

The cost is $20/person (Checks made out to

“UMW”). The registration forms can be

found in the Welcome Center. Please turn in

the forms and money to the church office. The

deadline to register is Thursday, May 4th

.

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity!

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Hospitalized:

Rebel Johnson

Paul Lewis

Marty Magee

Bill O’Brien

Lynn Weston

Sympathy extended to:

Kevin Crane on the death of his father

Marsha Doupe on the death of her mother, Virginia

Marty Magee on the death of his nephew, Michael

Russ Reid on the death of his father, Robert

Brenda Truex on the death of her mother, Sarah

Congratulations!

Rachel Cosimano on the birth of her daughter,

Abagail Rose

Thank You!

Special thanks to all those who helped with the

Mystery Easter Egg Hunt. We had a great turnout

and the children really enjoyed the story tellers and

the mystery eggs. As the faith community at Central,

it was important to share the story of Holy Week.

The children learned that the real joy of Easter is in

the risen Christ, not just bunnies and chocolate eggs!

Adult Sunday School Parables of Jesus

May 7 - 21 9:30 am Roger Richards will lead a five-week adult Sunday

School class that continues until May 21 in the

lounge on the Parables of Jesus using videos from

renowned preachers. Each week will be self-

contained so participants are invited to come for any

week or all of the weeks.

Wesley Class Breakfast Thursday, May 11 8:30 am

The Wesley Class will meet for breakfast on

Thursday, May 11, 8:30 am at Blue Dolphin. Please

call Carole James 757-2629 by Tuesday, May 9, for

reservations.

Monday Night Book Study Pastor Michelle is leading the following book

studies at Jonathan’s restaurant (534 Hooper Rd).

The books are available on Amazon. Come and

try it out sometime as your schedule allows. Some

come early and eat supper, some eat as we talk,

some just talk, and some just listen.

Interior Castle by Theresa of Avila

Apr 24 – May 15 (4 weeks)

Zealot: The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth

By Reza Aslan

May 22 – July 10 (8 weeks)

Teacher Appreciation Sunday Sunday, May 14th

We will honor our Sunday school teachers on

Sunday, May 14th

at the 11am service.

Centralfest Carnival August 26th 3-6pm

Save the Date for Central’s neighborhood carnival

on Saturday, August 26th

. Watch for more

information in the coming newsletters and

bulletins. We will need lots of help to make a

successful carnival.

Sky Lake Events in May

Volunteer Work Day – May 6 Lots of help is needed. Reservations are helpful

for planning food but not needed.

Open House – May 21

with 5K Trail Run/Walk at 3:30 pm

Spring Fling Family Retreat – May 26-29 Camping available at the camp ground, West

Shore Cabins or Riley Lodge.

Additional information about these events are

available at www.skylakecenter.org

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Finance Update

Faithful Christian stewardship is the backbone of strong programs and ministries at any church. We are

blessed at Central to have Christians with such strong commitments to support the programs and

ministries at Central with their time, their talents and their gifts, and we are thankful for it.

Through the first quarter of the year, Central is still in a positive financial position, but just barely. The

commitments made during the Stewardship campaign indicated that we would see an increase in giving

over last year. However at this point if the year, overall giving is down slightly. We would like to remind

everyone, that it is important for each of us to stay current with our commitments to Central.

A few weeks ago the quarterly statements were sent out. We would encourage you to review your

statement, if you haven't already, and if you've fallen behind, make every effort to catch-up. If for some

reason you cannot, please contact the Church office.

With the warm weather approaching, and spring and summer activities increasing, we would ask

everyone to continue to stay current. One easy way to do this is through electronic giving. This way,

whether you're attending the services faithfully or missing some due to travel or vacation, you can be sure

that your financial commitments to Central will be met. Contact the Church office if you are interested in

this option.

Thanks to all who give so much to the support the spirit, the life, the programs and the ministries of

Central. It is through everyone's giving that makes Central such a special place with strong service to

doing Christ's work.

The Finance Committee

Spring & Summer Ladies Clothing Sale

Saturday, June 10 8am-1pm

The Clothing Center is holding a bag sale on

Saturday, June 10 from 8am to 1pm in the

Youth Center at Central. Fill a bag for only $5!

Items for sale include women's clothing sizes

medium, large, and extra-large, and women's

shoes sizes 5, 6 and 7. There are also scarves,

socks, and handbags.

All items for sale are from one donor who has

granted permission to sell these items. All other

donations will be given away FREE in the

clothing center. Proceeds of the sale will go to

the Clothing Center.

Anyone wanting to volunteer please contact

Amy Klock at: 754-6060.

Orchestra Concert Saturday, May 6 7pm

Binghamton Community Orchestra, under the

direction of Dr. Timothy Perry, will be in concert

at Binghamton East Middle School, 167 E.

Frederick St, Binghamton, on Saturday, May 6, at

7 pm. In addition to several other pieces performed

by the orchestra, guest artists Rick Bunting, John

Kirk and Dan Duggan of the Susquehanna String

Band will perform "A Celtic Suite" arranged by

Dave Harvey. Tickets (available at the door) $12

adults, $10 seniors & students, children 12 and

under free.

“A Celtic Suite”

by Dave Harvey

to be performed!

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SOCIAL JUSTICE

-The Past and the Future- Live More Simply

Yes, I know, April 22nd

was Earth Day and the March for Science, in Washington and around the world, is

over; and April 29th

was the powerful People’s Climate Movement ----in cities all over the country. Our

Susquehanna Chapter of Sierra Club took a full bus to Washington, D.C.

Why all the concern and action about climate justice? The April 2017 issue of National Geographic (NG)

has an article titled, “7 Things You Need to Know About Climate Change.” In brief, here they are: 1) The

world is warming 2) It’s because of us 3)We’re sure 4) Artic ice is melting fast 5) Weather is getting

intense 6) Wildlife is hurting 7) We can do something about it! (NG)

How can you help? Have you ever considered solar panels? There are five solar energy equipment systems

dealers in our local area.

“In the U.S., solar now employs more people than coal, oil, and gas combined and the switch from fossil

fuels is just beginning. Ask yourself: If climate change weren’t a serious danger, would 195 countries have

signed the Paris Agreement, trying to keep the warming below 2 degrees C. (3.6 degrees F)?” (NG)

In 2014 approximately 400,000 people marched in Manhattan right before the Climate summit of world

leaders at the United Nations, many wearing T-shirts printed with “Caretakers of God’s Creation”.

(UMW material)

United Methodist Women have a great concern for justice issues---Be Just. Be Green. United Methodist

Women encourage all units to put into action the 13 Steps to Stainability:

1) Handicapped accessibility

2) Affordability (offer carpooling)

3) Healthy food and beverages (serve fair trade coffee & tea)

4) Carbon footprint (minimize travel)

5) Just Economic Opportunities (no meetings where use of child, slave labor, or human trafficking )

6) Local solidarity (access local opportunities for being in mission at event)

7) Multigenerational Inclusion (safe child care for participants- 2 unrelated adults present at all times)

8) Paper Use (print double-sided and use paper that is made with post-consumer recycled content)

9) Racial Justice (venues that combat all forms of racism and oppression)

10) Toxin Reduction (be creative about name tags – reuse or bring your own)

11) Waste Reduction (use venues that recycle plastic, paper, glass, and metal)

12) Water Use (avoid use of individual bottled water, bring your own bottle, and promote water fountains)

13) Well-being of Participants (have quiet space for meditation and prayer or formal times on the agenda)

This summer, for Mission U, one of the studies offered is Climate Justice at Cazenovia College, Cazenovia,

NY July 14-16. For more information, see the Mission U website at unymissionu.org.

“Join me in speech and action that is clear and bold about the moral issue of climate justice.” (Rev.Peter

Sawtell –Eco-Justice Ministries, Denver, CO.)

For writing, e-mailing or calling local, state or federal legislators about issues important to you, look for :

“They Represent You” on the left column: www.lwv-broometioga.org. (League of Women Voters)

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1

5:30 pm Worship Ch 4

6:30 pm Praise Band

7:30 pm Book Study

2

8am Men's Breakfast

10-12 Clothing Center

7:00 pm Program Councils

3

8am-4pm Sanctuary Open

11am-1pm Clothing Center

3:30 pm UMW Leadership

7:30 pm A.A.

4

5:00 pm Shepherd's Supper

5:30-7pm Clothing Center

6:30 pm Cappella Ringers

7:30 pm Chancel Choir

5

1:00 pm Gourd Workshop

7:30 pm A.A.

6

8:30 Volunteer Day

at Sky Lake

7 Holy Communion

8 am Worship Ch 4

8:30 WORSHIP - Usher #1

9:00 Café Central

9:30 Sunday School

11:00 WORSHIP

8

1 pm Care Committee

5:30 pm Worship Ch 4

6:30 pm Praise Band

7:30 pm Book Study

9

10-12 Clothing Center

10 am Parish Visitors

10am-7pm WIC

7:00 pm Finance Committee

10

8am-4pm Sanctuary Open

11am-1pm Clothing Center

11:30 am Staff Meeting

7:30 pm A.A.

11

8:30 am Wesley Class Bkfast

5:00 pm Shepherd's Supper

5:30-7pm Clothing Center

6:30 pm Cappella Ringers

7:00 pm Trustees

7:30 pm Chancel Choir

12

12:00 Church Women United

May Friendship Lunch

7:30 pm A.A.

13

8-11 UE Teachers Breakfast

for Senior Citizens

14 Mother's Day

8 am Worship Ch 4

8:30 WORSHIP - Usher #2

9:00 Café Central

9:30 Sunday School

11:00 WORSHIP

15

8am-4pm WIC

5:30 pm Worship Ch 4

6:15 pm Reconciling

7:00 pm Allocations

7:30 pm Book Study

16

10-12 Clothing Center

7:00 pm Staff Parish

7:30 pm Sierra Club

17

8am-4pm Sanctuary Open

8am-3pm Ladies Retreat

11am-1pm Clothing Center

7:30 pm A.A.

18

5:00 pm Shepherd's Supper

5:30-7pm Clothing Center

6:30 pm Cappella Ringers

7:30 pm Chancel Choir

19

6:00 pm Central Men's Group

7:30 pm A.A.

20

3 pm Road Rally &

Potluck Dinner

21

8 am Worship Ch 4

8:30 WORSHIP - Usher #3

9:00 Café Central

9:30 Sunday School

11:00 WORSHIP

1:00 Sky Lake Open House

7:00 Contemporary Worship

22

5:30 pm Worship Ch 4

6:30 pm Praise Band

7:00 pm Ahwaga Canoe

7:30 pm Book Study

23

10-12 Clothing Center

7:00 pm Church Council

24

8am-4pm Sanctuary Open

11am-1pm Clothing Center

11:30 am M&Z Gardens

7:30 pm A.A.

25

10 am Newsletter Mailing

5:00 pm Shepherd's Supper

5:30-7pm Clothing Center

6:30 pm Cappella Ringers

7:30 pm Chancel Choir

26

7:30 pm A.A.

27

28

8 am Worship Ch 4

8:30 WORSHIP - Usher #4

9:00 Café Central

9:30 Sunday School

11:00 WORSHIP

29 Memorial Day

Office Closed

5:30 pm Worship Ch 4

7:30 pm Book Study

30

10-12 Clothing Center

31

8am-4pm Sanctuary Open

11am-1pm Clothing Center

7:30 pm A.A.

Central United Methodist Church

17 Nanticoke Avenue

Endicott, NY 13760

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CENTRAL STAFF

Pastor ...... Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost

Education Director ............... Kelly Crane

Administrative Secretary ... Pat Breneman

Music Coordinator ........ Connie Lamando

Chancel Choir .............. Carolyn Stanford

Bell Choir Director .......... Denise Johnson

Living Water Director .............. Jeff Heald

Organist ............................... Sean Stafford

Treasurer ............................ Larry Jackson

Custodian ............................. Gregg Wood

Parish VisitorsNancy Jones, Carole James

Web Master .............................. Jeff Heald

OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Phone: 754-6060 Fax: 785-4676

Email: centralumc@stny.rr.com

Web Page: www.centralumcendicott.org

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for its members and friends.

The deadline to submit articles is

the 15th

of each month.

May Events

May 5 – Gourd Birdhouse Workshop

May 6 – Sky Lake Volunteer Day

May 7 – Holy Communion

May 12 – CWU Friendship Lunch

May 17 – Ladies Retreat

May 19 – Men’s Group

May 20 – Road Rally & Potluck Dinner

May 21 – Sky Lake Open House

May 21 – Contemporary Worship

May 24 – M&Z Plant Your Own Planter

Our Mission Statement

Central UMC is a fully inclusive church that

seeks, embraces, educates, worships, and serves,

all in God’s love.