July 2013 Lamplighter

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ZionUnited Church

of ChristJuly 2013

Inside This Issue

1Pastors Piece

2 Palm of Prayer

3 This Months Events

4 Worship Ways

5 Community, County &Conference Clamor

6 Butterfly Room &

Expression Session

7Celebration Occasions

8 Worship Whirl

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Zion United Church of ChristEstablished 1880

105 N. Mary, Mayview, Missouri 64071-8224

Phone and FAX: (660) 237 - 4355

PASTORS PIECE

"L earning to Dance"

"You did it: you changed wild lament into whirlingdance; You ripped off my black mourning band anddecked me with wildflowers. I'm about to burst withsong; I can't keep quiet about you. God, my God, Ican't thank you enough." Psalm 30, MSG

Our years have seasons and so do our lives. Some-times we can be in the midst of the quiet, waiting, ordeath of winter, and be living in a time of the new-ness of spring, the glory of summer, or the fading col-ors of autumn. The earth's seasons continue, albeitstrangely of late, and both our spiritual and physicallives can reflect any one of the them at any time.There are similarities in the challenges we face, aswell as circumstances that seem unique to each oneof us, although there is nothing new under the sun.We celebrate the holidays and either dread or longfor them as they approach along the marking off of

days on a calendar. Each is significant for one or an-other of us for different reasons, and for similar onesas well. The days turn into weeks into months intoyears so quickly--how often have we heard or said,"How did that happen?!?!??" Either way, and anyway we move in and out of the seasons of our lives,what significant things do we remember and how dowe remember them?

Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, family pain,illnesses, deaths, day to day ups and downs of life. Itall happens in one way or another. Where is God

during all of these times?

Do we think about our faith and our need for ourhigher power, the Creator of the Universe, the Loverof our souls before, during or after the events anddays of our lives? Do we have a pattern of prayer, ofpraise, of thanksgiving that we can see in retrospect?


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The LamplighterOr is relationship with God so important and apart of us that it cannot be separated from theevents of the day?

Can the dance of joy through the touch of Christbecome the rhythm of every breath we take?We are challenged each day, each moment toburst forth to the Lord in song (even if only thesong in our heart), to let our lives spin in awhirling dance of love and joy, peace andthanksgiving. This happens through all we doand say, when we celebrate and even when weweep. It can all be done through a blinding lightthe size of a mustard seed.

Love to you in Christ,Pastor Kristin

Palm of Prayer16Always be joyful. 17Never

stop praying. 18Be thankful inall circumstances, for this isGods will for you who belongto Christ Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18New Living Translation (NLT)Concerns

Please continue to surround in love and prayer,those experiencing health difficulties &/orrecovering from surgery & those adjusting to newseasons in their lives: family of Ann Willig; Rev.Stephen King; Jordan OMalley; first responders;military personnel and their families; familiesaround the world that are in the midst of war andnatural disasters.Joys

Lola Hawthorne; Laura Rhodes; beautiful & joyfulBrian McLaren seminar; Birthdays &

Anniversaries; Celebrating Independence Daywith family and friends, remembering those whoserved faithfully to preserve our freedoms.

Hold OnHold onto what is good,even if it's a handful of earth.Hold on to what you believe,Even if it's a tree that stands by itself.Hold on to what you must do,Even if it's a long way from here.Hold on to your life,Even if it's easier to let go.Hold on to my hand,Even if I've gone away from you.Pueblo Indian Prayer

Prayer Beads

Prayer beads are used inmany religions and culturesthroughout the world. Youmay have seen them asCatholic Rosary beads, butother forms of prayer beadsor prayer ropes are used inIslam, Buddhism Hinduism,Sikhism and yes - even Protestantism.

While the exact origins are unclear, earliesttraces of praying with beads can be found in theancient Hinduism of India dating back to the 3rdcentury BC. Whatever their origins may be, weknow that many faiths have used them topractice devotion and meditation based onpattern and repetition.

So go for it. Be creative and craft your owninstrument of prayer. Then let your hands guide

you into mystery and meditation. An experiencewith God is literally at yourfingertips!

Source: ucc.org

One particular four-year old prayed,

"And forgive us our trash baskets

as we forgive those

who put trash in our baskets."

Risking LoveTo love is to risk not being loved in

return. To hope is to risk pain. To try

is to risk failure, but risk must betaken because the greatest hazard inlife is to risk nothing. Love comes to

those who still hope even thoughthey've been disappointed, to those

who still believe even though they'vebeen betrayed, to those who still loveeven though they've been hurt before.

--Author unknown


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Zion UCC WorshipWays

Summer Worship ScheduleSummer Worship hours are in effect--FellowshipGathering (light breakfast) at 8:45AM followed bySunday School, with Worship beginning at 10

AM.

PASTORAL VISITS OR PRAYERSAnyone who would like a pastoral visit or are in

need of prayers, please call the church office,(660) 237-4355.

Blessings! Pastor Kristin

NEW GROUP FORMING!"Sharing Our Faith" is a new adult group forming.The first gathering will be at the church in themeeting room in July. Not certain of date or timeyet. Please call the church 660-237-4355, withyour preference and interest, or sign up on thesheet in the hall. Let's get together, sharing our

experiences and learning from one another!Blessings, Pastor Kristin

Its nice when someone remembers small de-

tails about you, not because you always remind

them, but just because they care. Pooh Bear

The LamplighterThis Months Events

S.S.8:45 A.M.Worship10:00 A. M.

Jul y 4, 2013

Independence Day

Jul y 7, 2013

Adult Book StudyVacation Bible School

Jul y 11, 2013

BCE, 7 pm

Jul y 13, 2013

Mayview Picnic

Jul y 14, 2013

Community Service, 10 amPie Auction/Luncheon

Jul y 21, 2013

Adult Book StudyVacation Bible SchoolContemporary Service

Jul y 28, 2013

New Life Home for Sunday School andWorshipSAILvisit shut ins after worshipParish LifeIce Cream Social, 4:30 pmBring a dish if you wish, hot dogs and ham-burgers provided

Copyright 2011 The Zondervan Corporation

Reminder!


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Board of Christian Education CmtePromotion Sunday is Aug. 25. The Board of Chris-tian Education committee will provide a light break-fast and treat bags for teachers and substituteswhich Amy Hoefer will put together.On August 11, 2013, there will be a full breakfast

served before Sunday School.On August 4, 2013, Betty Thaller will be recognizedat Salem United Church of Christ for her retirementas a Lay Minister.The next Board of Christian Education meeting willbe July 11, 2013, Thursday at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School Agenda:June 23, 2013 Vacation Bible School (VBS) forkids and Adult Book Study (ABS) beginsJune 30, 2013 VBS and ABSJuly 7, 2013 VBS and ABS

July 14, 2013 Service in the ParkJuly 21, 2013 VBS and ABSJuly 28, 2013 New Life Home for Sunday Schooland Worship

August 4, 2013 Hymn SingAugust 11, 2013 Emmaus Bells for SundaySchool and Worship. Full breakfast served.

August 18, 2013 OlympicsAugust 25, 2013 Promotional Sunday and regularservices resume.

Vacation Bible School Schedule

June 23, 2013 - Teachers Carolyn Bayless andTresina Alvested. Music by Teresa BegemannJune 30, 2013 Teachers Joyce Hoefer and Jua-nita Wright. Music by Amy HoeferJuly 7, 2013 Teachers Elaine Hudson and Mar-tha Hawthorne. Music by ?July 21, 2013 Teachers Tresina Alvested and

Amy Hoefer. Music by Teresa Begemann

The preacher was wired for sound

with a lapel mike, and as he

preached, he moved briskly about

the platform, jerking the mike cord

as he went. Then he moved to one

side, getting wound up in the cord and nearly

tripping before jerking it again. After several

circles and jerks, a little girl in the third pew

leaned toward her mother and whispered, "If

he gets loose, will he hurt us?"

The LamplighterSAILSAIL will be meeting on July 23, 2013 at 7:00 pm.We will be visiting shut-ins on July 28 after wor-ship service. In the extended future, Aug11, 2013,SAIL will be hosting special music by the GospelLoving Four. Come for an evening of singing andpraising the Lord God Almighty.

Mission CommitteeMission committee will be meeting on July 8,2013 at 11;00am. For the month of July we will bepresenting the Mo. Personal Hygiene Pack. It in-cludes: Pack Value $20.001 fluoride toothpaste, 6 oz. or more1 toothbrush in original, pkg.1 bath-size bar of soap1 bottle skin lotion (11-14 oz.)1 bottle shampoo (11-14 oz.)1 washcloth1 deodorant

1 hand towel1 comb or brush2 razors, disposableThe committee would like to say thank you for thegenerous participation with the Festival of Shar-ing giving. Remember, no gift is to small or large.Thank you, thank you, thank you. Doris, Jeanette,Norma and Ruth.

Parish Life CommitteeChurch Ice Cream So-cial July 28th at 4:30p.m. hosted by theParish Life Commit-tee. We are servinghamburgers and hotdogs and of courseICE CREAM. Anycake, pies or cookiedonations you wouldlike to bring would begreatly appreciated.

Come on join the fun!

YOUTH YAKTIME FOR CONFIRMATION SIGN UP!Please let Pastor Kristin know of your interest inbeginning Confirmation class. A meeting for par-ents will be August 4 following the church servicefor agenda and info, and to confirm class dates/times. If your child is going into 7th grade in thefall, please consider this fabulous chance to learnand grow to become a member of Zion UnitedChurch of Christ, Mayview!


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Community, County &Conference Clamor2013 Persons In Ministry RetreatPlease mark your calendars for the 2013 Per-sons In Ministry Retreat, September 16-18 atThe Resort at Port Arrowhead, 3080 Bagnell

Dam Blvd, Lake Ozark, MO 65049. The theme ofthe retreat will be "Honest to God Prayer: BeingStill while in Motion" and will be led by Kent IraGroff.

Kent Ira Groff is a spiritual compan-ion for journeyers and leaders, a re-treat director and a writer poet livingin Denver, Colorado. Honest to GodPrayer is his tenth and newest book.Others include Facing East, PrayingWest, prayer poems from his time inIndia, What Would I Believe If I Didn't

Believe Anything?: A Handbook forSpiritual Orphans, and Writing Tides, which heuses with classes in Denver prisons. Dr. Groff isfounding mentor of Oasis Ministries for SpiritualDevelopment, Camp Hill, Pa. With experience asa pastor of congregations, a chaplain, and aseminary teacher, he describes his work as onebeggar showing other beggars where to findbread.

God and tornadoesI handed my drivers license to the

Transportation Security Admini-stration agent in the Manchester,N.H., airport, and she said, Oh,

my God! Oklahoma? My condolences to yourstate.

Those messages are coming from everywhere.After speaking in Vermont at the annual meetingof United Church of Christ churches in my de-nomination, this small and cash-strapped body ofsmall New England parishes handed me a checkfor $5,000 to help with tornado relief. So manypeople have prayed for us and supported us

through this extraordinary sadness.Thank goodness no one suggested that Godhad anything to do with it.

Unfortunately, some preachers around herehave suggested exactly that, claiming the Tor-nado God is particularly mad these days and iseither punishing some societal wickedness(which the preacher thinks God hates as muchas he does) or is proving that those who pray arerewarded in a crisis while those who dont prayget whats coming to them.

Havent we all had enough of this nonsense,

what my associate minister at Mayflower, ChrisMoore, called theological malpractice? Organ-ized religion is in bad enough shape withoutpreachers thinking that God is as mean and parti-san as they are.

Tornadoes are spinning clouds, part of the utterly

capricious and amoral world of molecules in mo-tion. They are a particularly deadly but completelynatural force, the dark side of that Oklahoma windthat comes sweeping down the plains. They areneither a punishment for those who die nor proofof some kind of special divine protection for thosewho survive.

We dont mean to imply when we claim that Godhas saved someone in a tragedy that God hastherefore chosen not to save someone else, butGod also gave us critical thinking skills.

When we claim God as the agent in saving

someone, we have established that God is in theselective intervention business.If God does, in fact, act in this way, then God is

responsible for not acting in this way on behalf ofothers. We cant have it both ways.

On the Sunday following the Moore tornado, Ipreached from 1 Kings 19, where Elijah has goneto a cave to find God, disappointed in the behaviorof his people and in search of a message fromYahweh. While there, a great wind passes by, butGod was not in the wind. Then an earthquake, butGod is not in the earthquake. Then a fire, but God

is not in the fire. Then God speaks, but he is not inthe natural disasters of life. He is in the still, smallvoice of love.

We have heard that voice and seen it in action inOklahoma. A million acts of kindness and gener-osity are the best argument one can make forGod; giving blood, giving hugs, clearing debris,sending money for relief and just being deeplythankful that someone you know and love sur-vived.

In other words, lets serve God, not play God.For starters, how about a storm shelter in every

school? Robin MeyersMeyers is senior minister of Mayflower Congrega-tional United Church of Christ. Article courtesy of

KYePJune 12, 2013

"The Celtic tradition invites us to look withthe inner eye. In all people, in all places, inevery created thing the light of God is shin-ing."J. Philip Newell, 21st century
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The LamplighterCONFERENCE ANNUAL GATHERINGCAG is always very interesting. There are chances

to fellowship with friends we don't often see, eatgood dinners (not sure what that is that tries to bebreakfast!), discover what's new in the Missouri Mid-South Conference, and make some important deci-sions. The music and Worship are always inspiring,and of course our guest speakers.

What pleased me most this year was seeing theConference come together to reject the formation ofa new Visioning Committee that lacked diversity. It isso very important within the United Church of Christthat we honor our beautiful diversity in whatever wedo, and in a Visioning Committee that will look to thefuture of our Conference, that is most significant. Thenominated members present lacked youth, color,handicapped and LGBT representation. There wasmuch discussion of diversity's importance from thefloor, and much head nodding. Finally a nominatedmember suggested that the Vision Committee not yet

be installed, and we wait until there is representationfrom all identities. That was unanimous from the flooras well. We're struggling in many places, but it isvery good to see loving steps forward toward unity inChrist! Pastor Kristin

EXPRESSION SESSION24 Gracious words are a honeycomb,

sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.Proverbs 16:24 (NIV)

Thank YousI thank everyone so much for all the cards ofwell-wishes since my hospitalization and formy birthday. I feel so loved.Dorothy Begemann

SPECIAL THANKS!I spent the last week of June 2013 in Washington Island,

WI, with my mouth hanging open in joy, enlightenment, andsong. The Wisconsin Council of Churches along with Chris-tian Century magazine sponsored Brian D. McLaren tospeak at the 4 1/2-day seminar at the Trueblood PerformingArts Center, about Emerging Church. Rev. Susan Phillips ledWorship every morning, and we were all so uplifted by theconnection between Worship and the plenary (lecture) ses-sions, after Brian and Susan had only chatted briefly. There

was so much to experience and learn, and though I hope to

share much in Worship, I will be happy to share with any-one who wants to know more details of the seminar and theamazing accommodations on this island where no commer-cial businesses are allowed!

Thank you, Zion UCC, for making it possible for me to go,and I look forward to us living into what is emerging in

this interesting time in which we live!Joy in Christ, Pastor Kristin

Butterfly Room3And if I go and prepare a place for you, I willcome again, and receive you unto myself; that

where I am, there ye may be also.John 14:3 (KJV)

Ever VigilantEven with the approach of Hurricane Sandys fiercedownpours and howling winds, The Old Guard

stands ever-vigilant at the Tomb of the Unknowns inWashingtonsArlington National Cemetery. The sol-diers of the 3rd Infantry Regiment faithfully guardthe tomb through the heat of summer and the coldof winter.

In spite of the cemetery being closed and no tour-ists to view the changing of the guard, the soldiersof the 3rd Infantry keep up their faithful watch. Cap-tain Owen Koch told USA Today, Miserable is whatwe sign up to do as infantrymen. They do it everyday, in the heat of the summer and the dead of thewinter. I expect well be able to keep soldiers out

there the whole time.The vigilance of the Old Guard at the Tomb of theUnknowns reminds all Americans of the protectivefaithfulness of our men and women in uniform whohonorably place their lives in harms way every day.Take a moment today to say thank you to someoneyou know who currently serves or who has servedto protect our freedoms.

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The Weaver

My life is but a weaving between my Lord and me,I cannot choose the colors He worketh steadily.

Off times He weaveth sorrow, and I in foolish pride

Forget he sees the upper and I, the underside

Not till the loom is silent and the shuttles cease to fly

Shall God unroll the canvas and

explain the reason why.

The dark threads are as needful I

n the weavers skillful hands

As the threads of gold and silver

in the pattern He has planned.

Author Unknown
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Celebration OccasionsJuly Birthdays

Date Birthday

5 Tyler SandersChris Wildschuetz

6 Leo Barresi

9 Dalton Koch

10 Karen Neher

11 Connie SandersScott Alvested

15 Garrett Fiegenbaum

18 Virgil KochAngie Wildschuetz

20 Kenneth Jungerman

25 Ashton Wildschuetz

26 William Wildschuetz

27 Caitlin Ehlert

28 El Dean DickmeyerMartha Hawthorne

29 Kevin Dierking

30 Wayne Hoefer

Administrative Affairs

PastorKristin Aardema Faigh

Home(660) 237- 4902Church (660) 237-4355

[email protected] (660) 641-1038

Wayne HoeferCouncil President

(660) 237- 4386

Angie Lawson

Church Secretary

(660) 237- 4355

[email protected]

Jenny HoltNewsletter

(660) 237 - [email protected]

Teresa BegemannOrganist


Connie SandersCustodian


Serving Souls

July ACOLYTES GREETERS

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July Anniversaries

5 Leo & Maggie BarresiBrad & Rachel Begemann

6 Jason & Jessica Wade

14 Josh & Tiffany Amos

23 Roger & Tricia Russell

31 Todd & Michelle Smith

Office Hours

Pastor Secretary

Tuesday

8:00 AMNoon

Wednesday

6:008:00 PM

Wednesday

5:009:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AMNoon

Reminder!

The deadline for submissions for theAugust newsletter is

Wednesday, July 17, 2013.Send your submissions to:

[email protected]@hotmail.comor

Call (660) 237-4923

Serving Souls

July ACOLYTES GREETERS

7 Seth Bayless Scott & Tresina Alvested

14 Tanner Burns Bill & Denise Bainbridge

21 Adam Hoefer Leo & Maggie Barresi

28 Kristen Johnson Jim & Carolyn Bayless
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Zion United Church of Christ105 North Mary St.Mayview, Missouri 64071-8224

Generous - Loving - Dedicated Christ ians

Sunday School 9:00 amWorship at 10:30 am

ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED

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July 2013

Zion UCC Mission StatementThe avowed purpose of our church shall be:

To worship God, to proclaim and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and to celebrate the Sacra-ments; to experience Christian fellowship, to build unity, and to practice charity within this congre-

gation and the wider church; and to share this witness of Jesus Christ throughout the world.

Worship Whirl

Traditional Worship 10:00 AM Sundays

Contemporary Worship 10:00 AM Monthly - 3rd Sunday

Sunday School 8:45AM Sundays

Communion 10:00AM Monthly 1st Sunday & Special

Holidays

Church Council 7:00 PM Monthly

Board of Christian Education 7:00 PM Monthly

SAIL (Serving All in Love) 7:00 PM Monthly - 4th Tuesday

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