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The Open Door March 2019

Empowers believers, reaches the community and beyond.

Cary United Methodist Church

In This Issue

Michael Hickok Pastor George David Pastor Sally Lorenzen Minister of Education Kathleen Cizewski Minister of Music Holly Bouma-Johnston Pianist Holly Voss Office Manager Tracy Laws Preschool Director Katrina Zentefis Nursery Coordinator Arturo Arreola Custodian

Staff

Office Hours

Sunday Worship Schedule

Monday - Friday 9 am - 3 pm

Worship 8:30 and 11 am Fellowship 9:30 am Sunday School 9:45 am

April Issue - Deadline March 20

Church: 847-639-7627 Email: caryumc@caryumc.org Website: www.caryumc.org Preschool: 847-639-7655 Email: cmp.preschool@gmail.com Website: www.carymethodistpreschool.org

A Word from the Pastors p. 3-4 Birthdays/Anniversaries p. 14 Calendar p. 8-9

Nurture Team p. 6-7 UMW p. 10-11

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March Birthdays

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March Anniversaries

3/28 Dale Dungan Cheryl Josefowicz 3/30 Pat Jacobson Steve Siles Randy Voss 3/31 Jack Petriak

3/2 Connor Newman Kathleen Sullivan 3/3 Chuck Smith Mary Ann Stoeckert Hailey Sullivan 3/5 Tim DCamp Vicki Oberlies 3/8 Paige Arnold Robert Baker Tristan Serpico 3/9 Carroll Wagus 3/10 Shannon George Doris Wallin 3/14 Felix Cizewski Hank Kraus Brian Nordengren Joan Prather

3/15 Pamela Davies 3/16 Sue Heizer 3/18 Duncan Rank 3/19 Carolyn Downs 3/20

Adam Grimm Janie Oberheide 3/21 Winona Waters 3/23 Mark Peterson 3/25 Ben Gaulke 3/27 Katie Groos Steven Norell Sandy Rogers Melissa Smith

David & Verica Liautaud 3/2

John & Kathy Kadlec 3/22

Chris & Mary Ellen Spoerl 3/24

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The month of February has been busy with announcing change to the congrega-tion. On Sunday, February 10, Bruce Oberlies Chair of the SPRC (Staff Parish Relations Committee) announced to the congregation that after six years as Senior Pastor at Cary United Methodist Church, Pastor Mike has been appointed to Cross-roads of Faith in Bolingbrook, one of our sister churches in the Northern Illinois Conference. He will remain our Pastor through June. Two weeks later on February 24th, Bruce announced that Rev. Gary Waters has been appointed by Bishop Rev. Dr. Sally Dyck and the Northern Illinois Con-ference Cabinet as the new Pastor for Cary United Methodist Church effective July 1st 2019 for the following missional reasons:

• Great Preacher • Good Administrator • Healer and Reconciler / Conflict

Management / Excellent Pastoral Care

• Community and Mission Minded • Personable

We will keep you up to date on the plans for the celebration of Pastor Mike’s service with CUMC. We ask for you to pray for Pastor Mike and Linda as they prepare for their next ministry. The SPRC appreciates your continued support and prayers as we prepare for the next pastor. Prayerfully, The SPRC

United Methodist Church

Process of Pastor Selection

Many of you may be wondering about the process of procuring a new pastor in the Methodist Church, and what is the Staff Parish Relations Committee’s (SPRC) role in this process? According to an online article by Ask the UMC, a ministry of United Methodist Communications, “While bishops make appointments, they incorporate a consul-tative process outlined in the Book of Discipline that includes district superin-tendents, clergy and the pastor/staff par-ish relations committees. The needs and desires of clergy are considered but the mission of the church comes first.” Our Northern Illinois Conference Bishop, Rev. Dr. Sally Dyck describes her “Clear Open Appointments” process at https://www.umcnic.org/news/clear-open-appointments. The SPRC began the transition process by meeting with Rev. Darneather Murph-Heath, our District Superintendent, and compiling a list of qualities that we be-lieve to be important for our new pastor to possess. Rev. Darneather took this in-formation to the Bishop and the Cabinet who review the list and work together in prayer to find someone who will be a good fit for CUMC. When that person is discerned by the Bishop, the Cabinet, and the District Superintendent they will meet with the SPRC. The SPRC does not actu-ally choose our new pastor, but we meet with them before the appointment is con-firmed by the Bishop and appointed to the church.

News from the Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC)

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From the Desk of Pastor George. . .

My Dear Friends and Members of our Church, Greetings in the name of our Savior Jesus Christ!

“But he (Abraham), did not doubt or wa-ver in unbelief concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong and empowered by faith. Giving glory to God (Romans 4:20 AMP).

Recently, I preached a sermon on the life of Abraham. In this letter, I want to latch on to the subject of relying upon the promises of God in all circumstances, es-pecially when there is uncertainty about the future. God promised Abraham that he would be the father of many nations – that his heirs would outnumber the stars in the sky. He could have doubted his listening skill or his own understanding, but the Apostle Paul remembers him and says, “He grew strong in faith by giving praise and thanksgiving to God” instead of com-plaining or just doubting himself. His prayer must have contained a heart full of gratitude and anticipation that one day the promise God made will be fulfilled.

Soon we will enter into the season of Lent leading us to the celebration of the day of resurrection. Your instincts may tell you it is just another season of the church. How-ever, it is a time to remember the great promise of God fulfilled in the death and resurrection of our Lord. What God start-ed in the life of Abraham was fulfilled in Jesus Christ our Lord. Now is the time to let that promise also be fulfilled in our personal lives each day!

In the life of our church, this is the time of transition of Pastoral leadership. Please pray so that we will not ‘doubt or waver in unbelief concerning the promise of God.’ Through the many ministries of our church, let us celebrate and proclaim the ever refreshing Gospel of salvation and new life in Christ. With your faithfulness, a great future lies ahead for Cary United Methodist Church!!

If you have a Pastoral Care need, please call the church office and Pastor Mike and I will be happy to talk to you. You may write me at: davidsr50@yahoo.com.

God bless you.

Your servant in Christ,

Dr. George E. David, Pastor

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Cary Methodist Preschool Cary Methodist Preschool * 500 First Street * Cary, IL 60013 * 847-639-7655 *

Our school, our children, our church. All connected with love.

Important Dates

Cary Methodist Preschool * 500 First Street * Cary, IL 60013 847-639-7655 * cmp.preschool@gmail.com

March 2019

CMP Board Member

If you have ever been interest-ed in serving on CMP’s board, now is the time to act. Cary Methodist Preschool is looking for new board members for next year. We will be accepting applications starting this week. Attached with this newsletter is our application. We meet once a month for one hour. Board members help plan and partici-pate in events and fundraisers. It is a great way to get involved in the preschool! When you are finished filling out the applica-tion, please send it back in your child’s folder or turn it into the preschool office.

Usborne Book Fair April 8-April 12

VIP Day April 8 & 9 @

PJ & Family Reading April 11 @ 6pm

Preschool Board March 21 @ 7pm

McCarthy Irish

Dancers Visit

March 20

Vision & Hearing Screening

March 18 & 19

Spring Break

(No School)

March 25-March 29

Back to School April 1

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Easter Flowers

As we wait for the arrival of Spring, we are preparing for Easter on April 21. The

flowers to decorate our Sanctuary for Easter can be ordered March 17 thru 31. Flow-

ers for this year will be: 6” lilies for $14.00, 6” tulips for $12.50 and 7½” daffodils for

$15.00.

Order forms for flowers can be found in the Sunday morning bulletins or on the infor-

mation center in the Narthex. Orders can be placed in the offering plate on Sunday or

in the metal box on the wall in the office work room. Flowers can be taken home on

Easter Sunday following the 11 am service.

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“Beautiful music is the art of the prophets

that can calm the agitations of the soul;

It is one of the most magnificent and de-

lightful presents God has given us.” https://www.christianquotes

Singing hymns during Lent is an im-

portant way to provide opportunities for

all of us to pray together and lift our

voices to God. As we make our voices

heard with sung prayer, we also listen for

God’s voice in the music that surrounds

us. What does the text of the sung prayer

mean to you? What is the message God

is sending you? We read the words,

match each phrase with melody and

rhythm for accuracy of the written score.

It is also necessary to ’feel’ each phrase

and never sing/pray without undivided

attention to God’s Word in the beauty of

the music. We sing with gratitude for in-

dividual insights received during our Len-

ten journey, as well as for the opportunity

to worship. Instrumental Music is God’s

‘Songs Without Words’ which should

inspire meditation, with a deep, spiritual

connection to God as you listen and al-

low God’s message to come to you. May

we carry God’s message into the world

around us through music, ever widening

that community of love of faith.

As we journey through Lent, the Chan-

cel Choir will pray with you singing

praise to God. Join us on Ash Wednes-

day, March 6th, 7:30 pm. On Ash

Wednesday, we are reminded of our be-

ginning with a beautiful song entitled

“Dust and Ashes” by Wren and Haas.

Listen, pray, and bring your hearts to God

as you sing the special hymns throughout

Lent. The Chancel Choir rehearsals are

always listed in the bulletin on Thurs-

day’s at 7:30 pm in the sanctuary. There

are opportunities for you to participate in

the Gift Of Music, if you feel called to

do so. Just let me know.

Kathleen Cizewski,

Cary UMC Minister of Music

kfc860@hotmail.com

"The aim and final end of all music

should be none other than the glory

of God and the refreshment of the soul." JS Bach (1685-1750)

MUSIC: ANOTHER

FORM OF PRAYER

Prayer is where the action is." -- John Wesley

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Ice Cream Fundae was so much fun!!!! We had amazing ice

cream, especially the Superman ice cream from Peacetime Ice

Cream. The games were fun too. We loved the Snowman Wrap

game! The best part of the evening was sharing Christian fellow-

ship with old and new friends.

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Help Us Grow! Invite A Friend to Join UMW!

United Methodist Women is a supportive, inclusive Christian membership organization where women like you grow spiritually, develop as leaders and serve and work to create a world in which all women, children and youth thrive. United Methodist Women is cel-ebrated as the women’s ministry of The United Methodist Church. Who can join UMW? Any woman who commits herself to the PURPOSE of United Methodist Women and to engage in mission, study, personal growth and social action can join. You don’t have to be United Methodist or meet an age requirement to be a member.

Get Your UMW Newsletter by Email

The Cary UMW quarterly publication, “Woman to Woman,” is delivered via email and USPS. If you would like to help UMW save some money and the environment, please contact Carolyn Downs to have your newsletter delivered via email only. Also, if you haven’t been receiving the newsletter, please contact Carolyn to update your infor-mation.

Like Us On Facebook! Cary United Methodist Women has a closed Facebook Group. It’s a great way to keep up on the latest activities. Be sure to like us on Facebook.

Small Groups - March Calendar

Books N Bagels – March’s meeting is scheduled for 7-9pm, Friday, March 1, at Amy Peter-son’s home. March’s book: The Tumbling Turner Sister by Juliette Fay. Contact: Dawn Ferree or Bethany Decker. April’s book: The Swans Of Fifth Avenue by Melanie Benjamin.

Morning Craft Group – Wednesdays, 9 am-12 pm, Fellowship Hall AB. Contact: Pat Jacobson.

Dorcas Circle – Wednesday, March 13, 12-2pm, Fellowship Hall AB. All women are wel-come. Contact: Penny Libert .

Evening Craft Group – Wednesday, March 20, 7-9pm, in Fellowship Hall AB. Contact: Vicki Oberlies.

Rainbow Garden Women’s Event is April 28

Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 28, 4-6pm! The annual UMW event features a delicious meal and special entertainment. Also, we will collect pennies for Fellowship of the Least Coin, which helps fund missions worldwide. Bring your friends and family and celebrate women’s fellowship! Cost: $10/person, $5/youth ages 4-10; children ages 3 and under are free. Tickets will go on sale in the church lobby between services April 7, 14 and 21.

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You Are Invited: Celebrate 150 Years of UMW!

Cary UMC will host a birthday party for UMW, Saturday, March 23, 10am-noon, and you are invited! UMW mem-bers from around the Northern Illinois conference (NIC) will gather to share UMW stories and mission moments, and celebrate 150 years of helping women and children around the world. The theme is “Making Mission Happen.” NIC president Lois Moreland-Dean will join us. Please bring a colorful birthday bag containing a cake mix, frosting and birthday candles, which will be distributed to district food pantries. RSVP by March 15 to Glenda Arnold.

Cary UMW Annual Rummage Sale is March 7 - 9

Drop Off is Sunday, March 3

Cary UMW will hold its annual rummage sale 9am-7pm, Thursday, March 7; 9am-4pm, Friday, March 8, and 9am-noon, Saturday, March 9. The Brown Bag Sale is Satur-day – fill one bag for $3 or two bags for $5, and items too large for the bag are half price! Start your spring cleaning early! Donations drop off starts at 12:15pm, Sunday, March 3, when volunteers will be on hand to help unload your vehicle. You can also bring your donations into Fellowship Hall anytime from 9am-7pm on March 4 and 5, and 9am-noon, on March 6. We accept gently used clothes and shoes for children and adults, housewares and furniture, games, books, crafts and tools. NOT ACCEPTED: computers, televi-sions, large appliances, ripped clothes, broken or visibly worn furniture and housewares. Volunteers are needed to sort and price donat-ed items during drop off times, to check out shoppers and to tidy the tables. Food donations of lunch, dinner or snacks for the volunteers are also appreciated. For more information or to volunteer, contact Glenda Arnold or Sue Heizer. Proceeds of the sales go to UMW Giving and the Cary UMC Kitchen Fund.

Cary United Methodist Women

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Vacation Bible School 2019

When: 6/17/19 - 6/21/19

Time: 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm (Note: Time Change)

What: Roar by Group

Come celebrate God’s goodness with a ferocious faith! Prayerfully

consider helping. Invite children going into 4-year-old preschool

through fifth grade. Are you ready to ROAR?

12 5:30 Troop 161 6:00 GS Troop 1228 6:30 Outreach Team 7:00 557 Pack Committee 7:00 Finance Meeting

17 8:30 Worship 9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Worship 6:00 Ignite Youth

18 1:00 Memorial Comm. 5:30 Tiger CS Den 6:00 Troop 160 PPL Mtg. 6:30 Chicagoland Voices 6:30 Aztec Camp Meeting 7:00 Men’s Emmaus Meeting 7:30 Pack 457 Bears

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

20 Newsletter Deadline 9:00 Craft Group 2:30 Stephen Ministry 6:00 Den 5 Pack 557 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting 7:00 Bible Study 7:00 Craft Night

2 2:30 Stephen Ministry 6:00 Den 5 Pack 557 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting

19 6:30 Pack 557 Tiger 7:00 Church Council 7:30 21st Century Seeds 7:30 Worship Team

24 8:30 Worship 9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Worship 6:00 Ignite Youth

31 8:30 Worship 9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Worship 6:00 Ignite Youth

25 6:30 Chicagoland Voices 7:00 Men’s Emmaus

3 8:30 Worship 9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Worship 12:15 Rummage Dropoff 6:00 Ignite Youth

4 9:00 Rummage Drop Off 5:30 Tiger CS Den 6:30 Chicagoland Voices 7:00 Men’s Emmaus Mtg. 7:00 Nominations 7:00 Troop 160 7:30 Pack 457 Bears

5 9:00 Rummage Drop Off 6:30 Nurture Team 6:30 Pack 557 Tiger 7:00 Pack 457 Committee 7:00 Trustees Meeting 7:00 UMW Leadership Mtg.

6 Ash Wednesday

9:00 Rummage Sort & Price 2:30 Stephen Ministry 6:00 Den 5 Pack 557 7:00 AA Meeting 7:30 Ash Wednesday Service

10 8:30 Worship 9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Worship 4:00 Brownie Troop 274 6:00 Ignite Youth

11 6:30 Chicagoland Voices 7:00 Men’s Emmaus Mtg. 7:00 Troop 160 Meeting

13 9:00 Craft Group12:00 Dorcas Circle 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting 7:00 Bible Study

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1 6:30 Pack 557 Tiger 7:00 UMW Leadership Mtg

26 5:30 Troop 161 7:00 Troop 160 Com Mtg.

27 9:00 Craft Group 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting 7:00 Bible Study

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

15 4:00 Troop 1892 Meeting

Newsletter Deadline

9:00 Craft Group 2:30 Stephen Ministry 6:00 Den 5 Pack 557 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting 7:00 Bible Study 7:00 Craft Night

2:30 Stephen Ministry 6:00 Den 5 Pack 557 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting

1 4:00 Troop 1892 Meeting

14 6:00 Brownie Troop 1889 7:00 Witness Team

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6:15 Brownie Troop 1889 6:30 CS Wolf Den 7 7:00 SPR Meeting 7:00 CMP Board Meeting 7:30 Chancel Choir

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4:00 GS Troop 1074

Ash Wednesday

9:00 Rummage Sort & Price 2:30 Stephen Ministry 6:00 Den 5 Pack 557 7:00 AA Meeting 7:30 Ash Wednesday Service

7 9:00 Rummage Sale 6:30 CS 557 Lion Den 6:30 CS Wolf Den 6:30 CS Pack 457 Lions 7:30 Chancel Choir

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9:00 Rummage Sale 4:00 GS Troop 1074

2 11:00 Pk 557 Blue & Gold 1:00 Venturing BSA 6:00 CMP Gala

9:00 Craft Group 12:00 Dorcas Circle 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting 7:00 Bible Study

9 8:00 Men’s Group 9:00 Rummage Sale

23 10:00 UMW Celebration

16 9:30 Aztec Bakeoff

9:00 Craft Group 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 AA Meeting 7:00 Bible Study

28 7:00 CS 457 Pack Meeting

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