PRAYER UPDATE

Family friends of Allison Yankey need our prayers for a radical miracle of restoration and peace amidst a difficult situation.

Ed Washler celebrates that his son Rev. Zach Washler has received a new appointment from St Matthews UMC in Frankfort to Shiloh UMC in Kokomo. Zach grew up in this church and this congregation supported him in his ministry journey. Ed asks for prayers for Zach and his family as they move. Ed also asks for prayers for both St Matthews UMC and Shiloh UMC during this transition.

NEWS BRIEFS

Sunday, August 8th is another Subway Sunday for our Middle School Youth!  Come join us right after the service for Subway sandwiches until 1 PM!

Sunday, August 22nd, Noon – 1:30 pm: Confirmation Preview Meeting for youth and parents.  Meal Provided.  [fellowship hall]  All incoming 7th graders through High School Seniors and their families are welcome to attend! Please RSVP by August 20th to ayankey@auburnfirstunited.com or to the Confirmation tab on www.auburnfirstunitedyouth.com

If you are looking for pictures from church camp, here is where Impact2818 has loaded all of their pictures of our kids!  http://www.flickr.com/photos/impact2818/sets/

There will be a special called Charge Conference on Tuesday August 10 at 6:00pm for the purpose of authorizing borrowing money for the parking lot.

Don’t forget that tonight is the all-church POOL PARTY at the Auburn Pool from 6 – 8pm! Bring your floaties and join us for some ice cream and fun. Admission is free.

Sunday, August 8th is another Subway Sunday for our Middle School Youth!  Come join us right after the service for Subway sandwiches until 1 PM!

The next OWLS event will be Thursday August 12 with a Potluck in Fellowship Hall at 12 noon.  Meat and drink will be furnished by the Senior Adult Committee. Bring your favorite dish and table service. Relax after lunch, several games will be available. Sign up in the gathering area so we know how many to expect.  Any questions call Bob & Flossie Cable at 260-357-4710(home) or 260-438-8744(cell)

Sunday, August 22nd, Noon – 1:30 pm: Confirmation Preview Meeting for youth and parents.  Meal Provided.  [fellowship hall]  All incoming 7th graders through High School Seniors and their families are welcome to attend! Please RSVP by August 20th to ayankey@auburnfirstunited.com or to the Confirmation tab on www.auburnfirstunitedyouth.com

Joseph Martin in concert! On Friday evening August 13 at 7:00pm, Joseph Martin will be presenting a concert of sacred piano music at the Sweetwater Sound auditorium. This multi-talented composer/arranger is simply fabulous on the piano. We are very lucky to have the opportunity to experience his talents first-hand. I can assure you that you will not regret taking time to attend this concert. The price is right too. $5.00 is all you need to gain admittance. Please feel free to contact me (John McLaughlin) at 925-9238 if you are interested in tickets. Leave a message if I’m not there and I will call you right back. 

The First United Methodist School of Early Learning will host the Daisy 5K Walk/Run at Rieke Park on Saturday, Sept. 18, to raise funds in response to our school’s continuing growth. The race will be held in memory of Daisy Morris who passed away Jan. 12 at only 20 days old.  She was the daughter of Matt and Addie (Post) Morris. The school’s enrollment has increased by 117 percent (72 to over 150 students) in just four years, and we believe expansion is necessary.  We plan to open more classes, purchase new equipment, create new learning opportunities and offer additional scholarships to give other children the chance that Daisy will never have. We hope that you can participate by competing in the race or volunteering on the day of the event.  For more information, please contact Kelly Oswalt by phone (925-2570) or email (koswalt@auburnfirstunited.com) Registration forms may be found at the preschool’s blog site:  http://auburnfirstunited.com/earlylearning_blog/

The church office will have some reduced hours due to vacations:

Monday August 2 9am – 12:30pm   Tuesday August 3 9am – 2pm

Sorry for any inconvenience!

This week’s meetings:

UMW Executive Board          Tues Aug 3 at 9am in room 201

Senior Adult Council              Wed Aug 4 at 2pm in room 209

 IMAGINE YOURSELF DEBT FREE!!  The well-known Dave Ramsey classes (better known as “Financial Peace University”) will begin at our church Thursday, August 19th at 6:30 PM.  David and Lindsay Winslow Brown will be teaching this series.   Plan to come to an Inquiry Potluck in Fellowship Hall Wednesday, August 4 at 6:00 PM. Bring a dish to share and your own table service.  Drinks will be furnished.  There is also a presentation at 9:40am today in the Fellowship Hall. A humorous and educational 25 minute video featuring Dave Ramsey himself in his own inimitable style will be shown and questions will be answered.  You are not obligated to anything by attending. See Dale Williams with questions. See letter below from Dale.

Dear Friend -

  As you know First United Methodist Church is bringing Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace University” to our church.  Attached to this e-mail you will find a reproducible advertisement.

   First – I would like to suggest to you that perhaps you would want to give serious consideration to enlisting in this very timely 13 week series of classes.  You can learn how to handle money the way God wants us to, make real progress in getting rid of debt (the average family in this experience pays off $ 5,300 of debt as a result of the course), and come to the point eventually where you can live like no one else and give like no one else.

    Secondly – I want to invite you to print out a sheet with these two inserts on it, cut them apart, and give them to a friend.  All of us know people who could gain real benefit from this and we need your help getting the word out.  This is terrific information for anyone regardless of age and/or level of debt. (Sorry we were unable to attach this due to difficulties in the blog.)

   We have two remaining Preview opportunities to offer.  (1) In between

worship services this coming Sunday August 1 we will offer an Inquiry Session in Fellowship Hall.  Come in, grab a cup of coffee and a donut, and learn what this is all about. (2) Wednesday August 4 at 6:00 PM we will have a Potluck Inquiry Session in Fellowship Hall.  Bring your own table service and a dish to share.  Drinks will be furnished. 

   In both of the above-mentioned Inquiry Sessions we will show the highly entertaining and informative Preview video featuring the incredible Dave Ramsey and we will answer all your questions.  There is ABSOLUTELY no obligation incurred by attending an Inquiry Session.

   If you wish further information please call the church office at 925-0885.  We will do our best to assist you.

                                                                         Sincerely in Christ,                  

                                                                             Dale Williams

JOYS:

Arlene Samuelson is joyful that Marcella, mother of a friend will soon going to rehab.

Jedd & Linda Copenhaver are joyous of the marriage of their son, Paul to Ann Marie Thrasher.  We wish prayers of blessings for them.

The Muckenfuss family is excited to celebrate Sara turning 11 on 7/26.

Congratulations to Kevin & Dawn Shoemaker who celebrated their 17th Anniversary 7/24.

Youth had a wonderful time on their hiking trip!

Madison Schultis is excited to start school soon.

CONCERNS:

Nancy Baum asks for prayers for her brother Richard Ludlow & family.  His son, Doug died in a drowning accident this weekend.

Please continue to keep Margaret Davis in prayer for health concerns.

Jerry & Arlene Samuelson ask prayers for Jack Cook family as Jack is in hospital diagnosed with Leukemia.

Please pray for Greg Littlejohn who is in the hospital with health concerns.

The Eis family wishes prayers for a friend who was diagnosed with cancer, & will be going through treatments.

Please pray for Loyal & Marie Bowerman, Loyal is in the hospital with health concerns.

Polly Blickenstaff asks prayer for Evelyn Lutz who is very ill.

Janice Stebing asks prayers for her daughter-in-law, Deb who is having knee replacement surgery.

Sharon Zimmerman wishes prayer for her sister Marcia who in the hospital with heart issues.

Kelly Ellis asks prayer for her grandmother, Linn Ellis who is going to NJ to have knee replacement surgery & be there up to 8 months.

Nancy Baum’s 5yr old niece, Mya Ludlow will have bone marrow transplant 7/30.

July 25, 2010

PRAYER UPDATE:

Please pray for Greg Littlejohn who is in Dekalb Hospital.

Announcements

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL STARTS SUNDAY! If you haven’t signed up, you can still sign up tonight.  VBS is for children 3 years old – 5th grade and is held from 6 – 8:30pm Sunday – Thursday. Don’t miss it!

Fall Youth Rally

Get signed up today for the Fall Youth Rally at Epworth Forest!  We will be leaving the church at 3 PM on Sunday, August 29th and will return around 7 PM.  Cost is $5 if signed up by August 4th and $10 if signed up by August 19th.  You won’t want to miss this incredible event open to our middle and high school students!  Sign up on the youth bulletin board or on the News and Events page of the youth website: www.auburnfirstunitedyouth.com.

Joseph Martin in concert! On Friday evening August 13 at 7:00pm, Joseph Martin will be presenting a concert of sacred piano music at the Sweetwater Sound auditorium. This multi-talented composer/arranger is simply fabulous on the piano. We are very lucky to have the opportunity to experience his talents first-hand. I can assure you that you will not regret taking time to attend this concert. The price is right too. $5.00 is all you need to gain admittance. Please feel free to contact me (John McLaughlin) at 925-9238 if you are interested in tickets. Leave a message if I’m not there and I will call you right back. 

The First United Methodist School of Early Learning will host the Daisy 5K Walk/Run at Rieke Park on Saturday, Sept. 18, to raise funds in response to our school’s continuing growth. The race will be held in memory of Daisy Morris who passed away Jan. 12 at only 20 days old.  She was the daughter of Matt and Addie (Post) Morris. The school’s enrollment has increased by 117 percent (72 to over 150 students) in just four years, and we believe expansion is necessary.  We plan to open more classes, purchase new equipment, create new learning opportunities and offer additional scholarships to give other children the chance that Daisy will never have. We hope that you can participate by competing in the race or volunteering on the day of the event.  For more information, please contact Kelly Oswalt by phone (925-2570) or email (koswalt@auburnfirstunited.com) Registration forms may be found at the preschool’s blog site:  http://auburnfirstunited.com/earlylearning_blog/

Acolytes are needed! If you are a 3rd grader through high school student who would like to acolyte and you are not currently on the acolyte schedule, contact acolyte coordinator Terri Markarian at 925-4193 or markariante@sbcglobal.net

Don’t miss the church Pool Party next Sunday – August 1 – from 6 – 8pm at the Auburn Pool. Bring your floaties and be ready for ice cream and fun. Admission is free.

Greeters are needed! There is a greeter sign up in the gathering area if you’d like to sign up to greet before any of the services through September. If you have questions about greeting, please contact the church office.

The next OWLS event will be Thursday August 12 with a Potluck in Fellowship Hall at 12 noon.  Meat and drink will be furnished by the Senior Adult Committee. Bring your favorite dish and table service. Relax after lunch, several games will be available. Sign up in the gathering area so we know how many to expect.  Any questions call Bob & Flossie Cable at 260-357-4710(home) or 260-438-8744(cell)

IMAGINE YOURSELF DEBT FREE!!  The well-known Dave Ramsey classes (better known as “Financial Peace University”) will begin at our church Thursday, August 19th at 6:30 PM.  David and Lindsay Winslow Brown will be teaching this series.   Plan to come to an Inquiry Potluck in Fellowship Hall Wednesday, August 4 at 6:00 PM. Bring a dish to share and your own table service.  Drinks will be furnished.  A humorous and educational 25 minute video featuring Dave Ramsey himself in his own inimitable style will be shown and questions will be answered.  You are not obligated to anything by attending. See Dale Williams with questions.

Please note: the East double doors will be closed for the next several weeks due to the parking lot construction. Please use the Fellowship Hall or West double doors for entry into the church. Both these doors will be open during regular office hours.

The church office will have some reduced hours due to vacations:

Thursday July 29 9am – 3pm              Friday July 30 Office closed

Monday August 2 9am – 12:30pm     Tuesday August 3 9am – 2pm

Sorry for any inconvenience!

 No meetings are scheduled this week. 

Prayer List

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JOYS:

Josh & Allison Yankey say that they had a great week at High School camp experiencing an unstoppable hope of God’s love for everyone!

Polly Blickenstaff is joyful that Marie & Loyal Bowerman will celebrate their 70^th Anniversary this week.

Caylin Reed is excited that her cousin Mikeala is here visiting.

The Mission Team wishes to thank the congregation for the support to help make this trip possible.

CONCERNS:

Bill & Ellie Arnold asks prayer for their Canadian friend John, who has severe heart problems.

Paula Yoder wishes prayers for those looking for employment.

Kayleen Leonard asks prayers for Margaret Davis who had a bad fall and is in A LOT of pain.

Shirley Dunn asks prayers for the Clyde & Sally Kelly family, their daughter Jenny died this past week.

Jerry Samuelson asks prayer for cousin, Genelle Samuelson who is battling cancer & is having complications.

Please continue to keep Wilbur & Virginia Yates in your prayers.

NEWS BRIEFS

Get signed up today for the youth overnight hiking trip to Pokagon State Park!  This will be a time for hiking, fellowship, and understanding our incredible God amidst His beautiful creation.  We will leave the church Friday, July 23^rd at 5 PM and return Saturday, July 24^th at 4 PM, and will be staying overnight at a hotel, so be sure to bring your swimsuit!  [one piece only, ladies.]  Cost is $35 to be paid at time of registration, and all meals will be provided.  Be sure to get signed up SUNDAY via youth bulletin board or youth website at www.auburnfirstunitedyouth.com on the News and events page.

Ahoy Matey! Are you ready to sail away for a High Seas Expedition this summer? Vacation Bible School is only 1 week away so now is the time to sign up for your High Seas Expedition! Registrations forms and volunteer forms are available in the gathering area and on the website under the Children’s Ministry tab. Don’t miss the boat – sign up today! We are in need of volunteers to help serve and clean up dinner during the week of VBS.  VBS is Sunday, July 25- Thursday July 29.  Your services will be needed from 5:00-6:30.  A sign-up sheet is located in the gathering area by the VBS registration forms or sign up at the

Acolytes are needed! If you are a 3rd grader through high school student who would like to acolyte and you are not currently on the acolyte schedule, contact acolyte coordinator Terri Markarian at 925-4193 or markariante@sbcglobal.net

Greeters are needed! There is a greeter sign up in the gathering area if you’d like to sign up to greet before any of the services through September. If you have questions about greeting, please contact the church office.

The next OWLS event will be Thursday August 12 with a Potluck in Fellowship Hall at 12 noon.  Meat and drink will be furnished by the Senior Adult Committee. Bring your favorite dish and table service. Relax after lunch, several games will be available. Sign up in the gathering area so we know how many to expect.  Any questions call Bob & Flossie Cable at 260-357-4710(home) or 260-438-8744(cell)

The August Newsletter Deadline is Wednesday July 21. Please have any information you would like to have in the newsletter to the office by that date. You can email your newsletter items to pkobiela@auburnfirstunited.com or drop them in the box on the front of the office door.

Although it’s only July, we are already scheduling events in 2011. If you have an event you would like to have on the 2011 calendar, please see Pat in the church office to get a building use form. Church groups will have until the middle of September and then we will open scheduling of events to outside groups. If you have questions, please see Pat in the church office.

Please note: the East double doors will be closed for the next several weeks due to the parking lot construction. Please use the Fellowship Hall or West double doors for entry into the church. Both these doors will be open during regular office hours.

IMAGINE YOURSELF DEBT FREE !!  The well-known Dave Ramsey classes  (better known as “Financial Peace University”) will begin at our church Thursday, August 19th at 6:30 PM.  David and Lindsay Winslow Brown will be teaching this series.   Plan to come to one of two Inquiry Potlucks in Fellowship Hall either Sunday, July 25 at 12:15 PM or Wednesday, August 4 at 6:00 PM. Bring a dish to share and your own table service.  Drinks will be furnished.  A humorous and educational 25 minute video featuring Dave Ramsey himself in his own inimitable style will be shown and questions will be answered.  You are not obligated to anything by attending. See Dale Williams with questions.

Meetings: Finance Committee Tues July 20 at 6:30pm room 201

                Preschool Board Wed July 21 at 5pm room 201

JOYS:

Praise Choir was awesome! Thanks for sharing talents!

Praise God for the wonderful Sunday morning on Sunday.

The Wehr’s celebrate Craig & Jean’s 23^rd wedding Anniversary.

Vicki King is thankful that her husband’s surgery went well. He may be cancer free!  Also, her grandson Bryce is out of the hospital.  She thanks everyone for their prayers and concern.

The children and grandchildren celebrate Ruth Grogg’s 86^th birthday!!!

CONCERNS:

Please pray for Joe & Sharon Kibe’s Aunt who needs prayers as she recovers from surgery.

Allison Yankey asks prayers for safe travels & an amazing experience of God’s unstoppable hope at high school camp this week.  43 youth & adults will be with our cabin.

Please pray for Art & Jean Howard’s granddaughter, Brynne Stebbe who is having medical testing this week.

Cora Tuttle, Nancy Lint & Duane Tuttle ask prayers for Cora’s daughter (Nancy & Duane’s sister) Connie who had surgery last week.

Jenny & Tim Mondor ask prayers for their 11 yr. old nephew Noah whose kitten died and he is very sad.

Lynne Hodges asks continued prayers for Pat Rodecap.