September, 2016 Volume XXIII, Number...

618 Eighth St. Columbus, IN 47201 (812) 372-2851

September, 2016

Volume XXIII, Number 9

September 1st will mark the 25th anniversary of my formal ministry. I began serving three country churches in Owen County on 9/1/1991. I have been reflecting upon those years and the many fond memories I have from each parish. Although brevity prohibits great detail, let me offer some insights on what I have learned in those years.

#1 Wherever you may be, look for the goodness. I could tell you the challenges and difficulties of the diverse congregations I served. But the truth is, they all had their beauty and goodness and faithfulness. I preferred to focus my attention there and build upon that goodness.

#2 Seek wise counsel. Within each location, there was a lot of wisdom. I just had to be humble enough to seek it out and listen to it. Sometimes these were long-time members, the patriarchs and matriarchs of the churches. Sometimes they were folks outside the church who offered meaningful insights. There is always lots of wisdom to be found.

#3 Care for the people. It is simple but true. I recall a survey taken about 20 years ago. When asked what characteristic people most wanted in a pastor, caring was the number one answer. If people know that you care, they will find it easier to overlook other flaws. But if they sense that you really don’t care for them, it doesn’t matter how great a preacher you may be or how insightful your Bible studies may be.

#4 Do not be afraid of conflict. Few, if any of us, really enjoy conflict. It is stressful and anxiety ridden. I’m sure I have picked up a few extra grey hairs and lost hours of sleep due to conflicts. But, conflict can be a source of growth. Amid conflict I have learned to be a non-anxious presence, to listen carefully and maintain good balance in order that I might be a healthy leader. Conflict is inevitable, so it serves us well to learn how to manage those moments in healthy ways.

#5 Trust in God’s presence. In every location, there were events I did not anticipate and some I would have avoided at all costs. But, even in

those unexpected adventures, God was present and led us in new pathways of faithfulness.

#6 Do worship well. Sunday morning is the touchstone of every congregation. It needs to be done with great planning and integrity.

#7 Be willing to admit when you’re wrong. Trust me, there have been plenty of moments where I thought I was doing the right thing only to discover that it wasn’t. In all of life, we need the humility to admit our faults and ask for forgiveness.

#8 Be forgiving. One cannot expect to be forgiven if we are not willing to forgive. The church is a wonderful laboratory to practice the things we believe…loving one another, forgiving one another, living with kindness and compassion toward one another.

#9 Never stop learning. If we had to trust our seminary education to teach us everything we need to know before entering the parish, we would never begin our ministry. The same is true for all of life…parenting, marriage, work, etc. It is best to be open to the learning opportunities and lessons life offers along the way.

#10 Have fun along the way. I believe that when Jesus said he came that we might have life and have it abundantly, that meant that we were meant to have fun on this journey of life. Looking back at 25 years of ministry, I have had some wonderful encounters, some inspiring moments, the chance to be in ministry alongside some great congregations, including this current one. And, though there have been some moments that were less than enjoyable, there has been a lot of good along the way and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

There are many other things that come to mind. At some point I may learn the gift of brevity, but perhaps that is one of the lessons that awaits in the future.

Pace bene (peace and all good things),

Howard

F irst United Methodist Church

Bishop Julius Trimble

The Indiana Conference is pleased to announce the appointment of Julius Trimble as our new bishop beginning September 1. Bishop Trimble has been serving as the bishop in the Iowa area for the last eight years. Bishop Trimble grew up in Chicago and was ordained in the Northern Illinois Conference. He later transferred to the East Ohio Conference where he served churches in the Cleveland area. There will be a welcoming service held at the St. Luke’s UMC in Indianapolis on Sunday, September 11

th at 4:00 p.m.

Automatic Contribution

Payments

Would you like to simplify your life? Consider this: You can have your contribution

automatically withdrawn from your bank. This may be a weekly, bi-monthly or monthly withdrawal from either checking or savings. It is so easy to do, Just contact Tammy Fields at the Church Office and she will help you set up the automatic transfer anyway you choose. It's convenient and easy, no more forgetting your offering, no more postage, no more worrying about envelopes. You choose the amount, the bank, and the timing. Your withdrawal will show up on your monthly bank statement. No fuss! No muss! Give this a consideration and give Tammy a call at 812-378-2826 to begin these easy transactions.

Blessing of the Animals

Our pets are an important part of our families. They are a blessing to us. On Saturday, October 1

st we are

going to offer a blessing to them. This old ritual, typically done in early October to coincide with St. Francis of Assisi’s birthday, is an opportunity to offer a simple blessing to the animals in our lives. You can bring your pet…dogs, cats, turtles, gerbils, snakes, llamas, etc. to the green space north of the church where we will bless your pet. The service begins at 10 a.m. and is open to everyone.

Travelers

Class

Sept. 11th and 18th, we will continue joining the class on "Half Truths" by Adam Hamilton, led by Pastor Lisa and Sarah Campbell in South Fellowship Hall at 10:10 a.m. (no class on Labor Day weekend)

Sept. 25th, we will be back in the Blue Room with Susan Pickens facilitating on a Wired Word topic of her choice.

Book Club

The selection for the September book club is Frederik Backman’s novel, “A Man Called Ove.” This international best seller tells the story of a man most people consider to be the grumpiest man you could ever meet. Woven with humor and heart-warming encounters, we begin to see Ove in a new light. We will discuss this book on Sunday, September 18

th at 6:00 p.m. here at the church. You

can purchase discounted copies of the book at the Viewpoint Bookstore.


Cookie Walk 2016

Hello from Cookie Walk Land! Your cookie committee has already met and is gearing up for another grand cookie walk. Members of 2016 Cookie Walk are Jeri Ahlbrand, Shirley Carr, Pat Emerson, Susan Gobert, Gloria Grant, Karen Hinderliter, Nancy Moore, Rachel Nay, Cindy

Stephenson, Garlene Weisner, and Connie Wilson. The date is November 19th beginning at 9:00 a.m. in Fellowship Hall so mark your calendars! We have chosen the scripture Psalm 34:8 “Taste and see that the Lord is good.” We have been blessed by our local congregation whose members bake, bring, and buy these delicious goodies which include cookies, candy, sweet breads, cookie jar mixes- ready to give as gifts. All money raised supports the missions: United Methodist Children’s Home (in Lebanon), Lucille Raines Residence (in Indy), Learning Tree Preschool, Love Chapel, and Redbird Mission (in Kentucky). Below is a recipe taken from our own FUMC cookbook from Maryjane Perry who served as our cookie chair for the last 10 years. Enjoy!

United Methodist Women

The UMW board will meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Blue Room on September 7, 2016. We will be covering any new business as well as planning for 2017. It would be great to have every board member in attendance. See you on September 7th! Mariam Circle met on August 17th in the Blue Room and President Cynthia Stephenson opened with prayer. Dessert was served followed by old & new business discussion. Jeri Ahlbrand gave the lesson on Latin America part 2. Next meeting will be on September 21st with Sue Paris as hostess. A planning session will be held. The Priscilla Circle will begin meeting again in September. We will meet in the Blue Room on September 12, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. Elizabeth Miller is in charge of the program and worship. Katie Jerome will be our hostess. It would be great to have everyone there for this meeting.

Nov. 19, 2016 9:00 a.m.-Noon

Chocolate Cherry Bars by Maryjane Perry

1 package Pillsbury fudge cake mix 1 (21 oz.) can cherry pie filling 1 tsp. almond extract 2 beaten eggs

1 cup sugar 5 Tbsp. butter or margarine 1/3 cup milk 1 (6 oz.) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

Combine and mix well cake mix, pie filling, almond extract and eggs. Spread on cookie sheet and bake for 25 minutes at 350°. Boil milk, sugar and butter for 1 minute. Add chocolate pieces and stir. Spread over cooled cherry cake mixture. Enjoy! Makes 3 dozen.


Fridays@First

October 14, 2016 @ 7:00 p.m. Arkady & Tamara Orlovsky Cello & Piano All events are free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Welcome our new organist!

We welcome Nikolay Verevkin as our new organist/accompanist. Nikolay is a familiar face to our congregation as he has played the piano in many worship services here at First UMC, was the featured pianist for the Schumann Piano Concert in 2014 and was a substitute organist for us on June 19, 2016. Nikolay is currently a Visiting Scholar and Assistant Professor of Music at the IU Jacobs School of Music. He has degrees from the St. Petersburg State Conservatory in Russia and a Doctor of Arts Degree from Ball State University. He has performed and taught all over the world with recent work in Toronto, Canada, Santa Barbara, CA, Pittsburgh, PA and the Ravinia Festival this summer in Chicago. Please stop by and welcome Nikolay as he begins his work with us on Sunday, August 28.

Choir Corner

Chancel Choir is rehearsing every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Center. It is never too late to join us for musical fellowship and fun. If you love to sing and enjoying lifting your voice in praise please join us.

Sounds of Celebration (grades 2-6) meets on Sunday evenings at 5:30 p.m. in the Music Center. Come join director Julianna Jerome-Drerup for lots of high powered singing and fun activities as we grow together spiritually in our praising of God through music.

Sounds of Joy meets on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. in room 311. Come join Margaret Powers for songs, bell ringing, movement and lots of fun. All 3 year olds through first graders are welcome!

Sounds of Faith (grades 7-12) will resume in October in preparation for Youth Sunday November 13, 2016. Watch upcoming editions of the Spire for further information.

Ringers Roundup

Chancel Ringers rehearse on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Center. We are always looking for new faces to join us. A little musical background is helpful but we look forward to helping any new people learn the joy of ringing. Joyful Ringers (grades 5-12) will resume rehearsals in October. Watch future editions of the Spire for further information.

Save the Date

October 28, 2016 Movie

Sing-a-long

"The Wizard of Oz"


Wednesday Women’s Bible Study

A spiritual pick-me-up for girls on the go, this refreshingly unique Bible Study will introduce you to women from the Bible who balanced their sanity with great expectations. In the course of this six-week study you'll learn to manage your time better, set boundaries, and organize your world. The study will start Wednesday, August 31 and continue through October 5th at Noon. We will meet in the FUMC Library and childcare may be available. Books are available to purchase via Amazon. For more information, contact Sarah Campbell in the FUMC office.

Beginning September 6th, meet in the FUMC Library on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. to join the Prayer Walk Group. Everyone is invited to join us for a weekly walk in our neighborhood to pray for our neighbors, community and businesses. Contact Sarah Campbell in the church office for more information.

The week of July 18th, 2016, 19 of the youth plus 6 brave adults ventured out into the world of Alive! Early Tuesday, we worked at a homeless shelter, washing walls and windows, gardening, and organizing the food pantry. We really learned a lot about how much our help meant later when we came back with more food for them. Starting Wednesday, we went to the music festival. We heard so many great bands and speakers, that even though the humidity was probably over 100%, we had tons of fun. We heard Skillet, Casting Crowns, For King and Country, Rend Collective, and many more. We played lots of card games, frisbee, and took some naps. We also swam in the giant lake that contained amazing floating obstacle courses. All of us had a ton of fun and made many new friends. We would like to give a great thanks to all those brave souls who volunteered to chaperone the trip and to all of the congregation for your gifts, prayer, and support through our journey! Hope you had fun hearing stories and watching our video from the trip!

Our Church Family

Congratulations to Steve and Susan Gobert on the birth of their granddaughter Linda Eheren Gobert! Linda was born on August 6, 2016, to parents Matt and Lacey Gobert.

We rejoice in the baptism of Ella Rae Wallace on July 10, 2016. Parents are Kate and Curtis Wallace.

Our sympathy is extended to Marcia Hornback on the death of her brother, Duwayne Hornback.

The church mourns the death of Gwen Eichel, Alan Powell, Martha Francisco, Jim Welch, Roberta Irwin, Phyllis Spurgin, Thomas Bigley Jr., and Tom Kutch.

Meet our newest members!


Alicia Tembo Adelyn and Kai

2075 Miracle Dr. Columbus, IN 47201

Ashley and Todd Houchin Isabelle

2017 14th Street Columbus, IN 47201

812-579-5871 812-350-9838

[email protected]

Susi Gentry Jay and Paula Jarrett 812-350-8748tt 4742 W. Randy Rd. Edinburgh, IN 46124 [email protected] Linda Losure 1571 Wrenwood Dr. Columbus, IN 47201 941-587-9615 [email protected] Anthony and Misty Westbrook

Glorious are you, more majestic than the everlasting mountains.

Psalm 76:4


2016 Clothe-A-Child

The 2016 Clothe-A-Child program has officially come to a close. It was just a few weeks ago that our campaign was beginning, and the excitement and anticipation of a new school year was upon us. However, for some families, the school year brings feelings of anxiety and dread. The financial burdens of getting children ready for school can create a hardship on a family’s already limited budget. Parents may have to choose between daily necessities or buying clothes and shoes for their children. This is why FUMC’s Clothe-A-Child program is an important and vital community outreach mission, and has been a steadfast tradition for 35 years.

Clothes are very important to children, whether the clothes are for school, gym, play, a special occasion, or just to look like other children. When a child has new and comfortable clothes, it can make a positive difference in his or her outlook and attitude about themselves, their daily life, and how they are perceived by their peers. Our program helps to provide school clothes for children of families who need some assistance as the school year begins. Clothe-A-Child is funded totally by your gracious and generous contributions, and it our honor and privilege to serve these families. We understand that giving and serving others is a powerful and joyful gesture, and a privilege that God calls us to do. Each person who serves becomes an instrument through which the goodness of God flows to others. This selfless generosity helps fuel further love and generosity and demonstrates our faith to God, who gives to us unconditionally.

Our Clothe-A-Child shoppers play a tremendous role in the success of this program. These wonderful shoppers have the pleasure of directly interacting with the families for their personal shopping experience. The shoppers arrange the time and place to meet with the families, provide assistance in the selections and decisions of the clothes for the children, and have the opportunity to meet with the parents, grandparents, and their children. It can be a time to share a little bit of their day with them, support them, and just enjoy the adventure. Shopping can be challenging and time-consuming, but the rewards of this experience can enrich our lives, as well as the lives of others. Shopping for school clothes may seem like a small act of kindness, but it may be the most important act that has happened to someone else. The families are always deeply grateful for the clothes and shoes they receive. The gratitude and appreciation of the parents and grandparents and their children is expressed in warm and sincere thanks, smiles, hugs, and sometimes even tears of joy. So our praises and thanks to this year’s shoppers: A great big thank you to Annie Tennis, Linda Cutrell, Katie Jerome, Julie Pruitt, and Rita and Darold Bass. Thank you for your enthusiasm, dedication, and compassion.

The impact of Clothe-A-Child is felt not only by those who receive, but also by those who give. When we give freely of ourselves and our abundance, we affirm God’s presence in our lives. God’s love and light grows in us, and we are aware of the infinite blessings that God gives to us. Thank you once again, to all of you, for your continued commitment, prayers, and support of our Clothe-A-Child mission. We have blessed others, and in turn, we are blessed for the experience. God is so good, all the time.

Robin Campbell

First UMC continues the Christian practice of processing the cross and flame each week in worship. This ministry is performed each week by our children in 2nd-12th grade. Sign up online at http://

www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b44aca728ab9-fumc13 or contact Sarah Campbell!

Do you like Italian? Save Sunday, September 25th at 5:00 p.m. for a special dinner fundraiser for the

Mission trip to Guatemala. Entertainment will be provided!

GREAT START TO A

NEW SCHOOL YEAR!

Learning Tree has had a great beginning to their new school year! We have 11 classes, 168 students, 22 teachers and staff! Lots of returning students and new faces fill our halls daily. Our calendar is filled with fun activities! So stop by and say hi!

Camp Moneto

Workday

Did you know that one of the United Methodist Church camps is only about 20 minutes away? Nestled between Columbus and Nashville is Camp Moneto, just off of Highway 46. You may have driven by the location without knowing that it was even there. We are scheduling a morning work day at the camp for Saturday, September 10

th from 8 a.m. to noon. The

work depends upon their need at that time, but may include trail work or light repairs to cabins. If you would like to participate, please contact Rev. Boles at [email protected] or 812-372-2851.

All ages and abilities are welcome!

Golf Outing

The next Golf Outing is October 1st at Otter Creek Golf Course. Tee time is at 9:00 a.m. and registration cost is $50.00 per person. You can register by calling Russ Davis (812-344-1291) or Steve Gobert (812-350-5395) by September 27th.

Enjoy this opportunity to spend time on a beautiful golf course with new and old friends! You can win prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive, and longest putt. Proceeds will go to the mission project of the winning team.

Open to all golfing levels!

Mission Guatemala

Our kick off fundraiser for the Mission Guatemala Trip was a huge success! The

Auction raised $3671.00. Thanks to all who contributed those wonderful items! It was fun to showcase talents of our church members. Thanks to all the buyers! We appreciated your enthusiasm. Thank you to Leighton Turner for the energy and enthusiasm at the auction! And of course a special thank you to Pastor Howard for his special contribution.


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September Church Calendar Room Key: MC= Music Center, MPR = Multi-purpose Room, BR = Blue Room, CR =Conference Room,

FH = Fellowship Hall, Kit=Kitchen, Cha=Chapel, Lib=Library, San=Sanctuary

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

10 a.m. Cookie Walk

Mtg.-BR

12 p.m. LTP Board

Mtg.-MPR

5:30 p.m. Zumba-SFH

7 p.m. Choir-MC

2 3

4

9 a.m. Trad. Worship

10:10 a.m. Coffee

11 a.m. Cel. Worship

5 Church Office Closed

No Hot Meals

6

9 a.m. Music Therapy-116

9:15 a.m. Prayer Walk-Lib

1 p.m. Staffing-CR

5:30 p.m. Trustees-CR

6:30 p.m. Girl Scouts-FH

7:00 p.m. Bells-MC

7

8:30 a.m. Prayer-Lib

10 a.m. UMW-NFH

12 p.m. Bible Study-Lib

6 p.m. Cub Scouts-MPR

6:30 p.m. Praise-San

6:30 p.m. HOPE-CR

8

5:30 p.m. Zumba-SFH

7 p.m. Choir-MC

9

11:45 a.m. LTP Mtg.-MPR

10

6:45 a.m. BSF-SFH

8 a.m. Camp Moneto Work Day

11

Music Sunday


10:10 a.m. Coffee


5 p.m. SNC.-FH

12

10 a.m. Women’s Bible

Study-BR

5 p.m. Hot Meals-FH

6:30 p.m. Boy Scouts-FH

6:30 p.m. Priscilla-BR

6:30 p.m. Naomi-116

6:45 p.m. BSF

7 p.m. SPRC-CR

7 p.m. Philharmonic-MC

13



1 p.m. Staffing-CR

6 p.m. Girl Scouts-FH

7 p.m. Bells-MC

7 p.m. Roundtable-FH

14



12 p.m. Finance-CR

5:30 p.m. Missions-CR



15

5:30 p.m. Zumba-SFH

7 p.m. Choir-MC

LTP WorldFest

16

17

8 a.m. Yard Sale-Grassy Lot

9 a.m. BSF-FH, MPR, 116

5 p.m. PFLAG-MPR

18


10:10 a.m. Coffee


5 p.m. SNC-FH

6 p.m. Book Club-MPR

19

7 a.m. Girl Scouts-FH


Study-BR

5 p.m. Hot Meals-FH


6:45 p.m. BSF

20



1 p.m. Staffing-CR


7 p.m. Bells-MC

7 p.m. Ch. Council-BR

3:30 p.m. Spire

Deadline

21





22

5:30 p.m. Zumba-SFH

7 p.m. Choir-MC

23

5:45 p.m. BSF-SFH

6 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal

24

4:30 p.m. Wedding

25


10:10 a.m. Coffee


5 p.m. SNC-FH

26

9 a.m. District-BR


Study-Lib

5 p.m. Hot Meals-FH


6:45 p.m. BSF

27



1 p.m. Staffing-CR


7 p.m. Bells-MC

28





29

9 a.m. District-BR

4 p.m. Emmaus-FH

5:30 p.m. Zumba-MPR

7 p.m. Choir-MC

30

4 p.m. Emmaus-FH


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First United Methodist Church 618 Eighth Street, Columbus, IN 47201 Phone: 812.372.2851 Fax: 812.378.2828

Church Staff Pastor, Howard E. Boles Associate Pastor, Lisa Cottingham Administrative Assistant, Tammy Fields Receptionist, Pam Maschino Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, Rachel Nay Director of Music, J. Kevin Butler Director of the Praise Team, Julianna Jerome-Drerup Facilities Manager, Paul McHone Custodian, Marcia Hornback Custodian, Roland Campfield Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries, Sarah Campbell Director of Learning Tree Preschool, Sue Ellen Brown Associate Director of Learning Tree Preschool, Tammy Pace Associate Director of LTP Extended Care Ministry, Gayle Kelley Ministers, All the Members of First UMC

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