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MAPLE LEAF PARISH NEWS
APRIL 2016
Cherry Grove UMC
18183 160th Street
Spring Valley, MN 5575
Worship: 10:00 am Sunday
Cowboy: 6:00 pm First Sunday
of each month
Rev. Deanna Woodward
Rev. David Lieder
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-507-346-2830 or
1-507-765-9856
Faith UMC
617 Maple Lane
Spring Valley, MN 55975
Worship: 9:00 am Sunday
Rev. David Lieder
Rev. Deanna Woodward
www.faithsv.net
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-507-346-2830
Fountain UMC
Cedar Street & County Road 8
Fountain, MN 55935
Worship: 8:30 am Sunday
Rev. Deanna Woodward
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-507-346-2830 or
1-507-765-9856
It was beautiful, the morning af-
ter the snowfall. I was enjoying a
steaming cup of coffee and looking
out at the blanketed hill and bluffs
behind our house when our ancient
husky, Bokhara, wandered into
view. Nearly deaf, she traverses
the property regularly for hours at a
time, doing whatever it is that dogs
do. The morning was so bright and
clear; the snow so soft and pristine,
that I decided I would follow Bok-
hara’s trail to see if I could find out
what it is that dogs do on a snow-
laden day in January.
By the time I had set my coffee
cup down and stepped outside, the
dog had disappeared into the
woods, but her trail in the snow
was easy to follow. She began by
descending straight down the slope.
(Gravity, I supposed.) But then she
took a sharp turn to the north
through the raspberry thicket. (Oh,
perhaps she is going to visit the
neighbors.) The trail stopped with
an impression of her face in the
snow, then cut southeast under a
coil of grapevine. After passing
through a briar patch and another
raspberry tangle, she met up with a
deer trial, crossed the meadow, zig-
ged east again, turned back and
headed west, backtracked, hooked
up with a fox path… and by this
time I was totally confused and had
no idea where she had gone.
I concluded that she had no desti-
nation in mind when set out on her
journey; she was only following
her nose. Her course was set by
caprice and whatever spoor the
wind carried.
Every day, when we roll out of
bed, we face a pristine landscape.
One way or another we are going
to break a trail through a new day.
It is easy to assume that the path
before us is set and controlled by
work, school and family obliga-
tions, but those things are simply
formations, a meadow or a brier
patch which we will encounter as
we make our way through the day.
But what is it that leads us on our
journey, moment by moment?
Bokhara had no destination in
mind; she simply followed her
nose. I believe more is required of
us. What sets the course for our
lives? What distracts us, diverts us,
guides us and fulfills us? It is
worth thinking about as we enter
the promise of springtime.
May the paths we follow be guided
and illuminated by the faith we
profess.
Isaiah 43:1-7, Romans 12:9-13
See you in church… Dave
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Faith United Methodist Church
617 Maple Lane
Spring Valley, MN 55975
Web Page: www.faithsv.net
Sunday morning worship 9:00 am
Coffee & fellowship at 10:00 am
Sunday School at 10:00 am
Office Hours:
8:00 - 4:00 Tuesday through Friday
Office Phone:
507-346-2830; Fax: 507-346-2877
Office E-mail: [email protected]
Rev. David Lieder:
Office Hours: As needed and
Monday-Thursday mornings
Phone: 346-2878
Email: [email protected]
Rev. Deanna Woodward
Phone: 507-346-2830
Or after office hours at 507-765-9856
Email: [email protected]
Office Manager:
Louise Winfield
Custodian:
Paul Eberle
Organist:
Suzanne Eberle
Bell Choir Dir.
Kathy Casady
Choir Pianist:
Kristie Shorter
DEADLINES
NEWSLETTER: The newsletter
deadline this month is April 21st at
4:00 pm.
BULLETIN: Please submit announce-
ments for the Sunday bulletin by noon
on Thursday. Occasionally these dead-
lines may need to be adjusted. Please
submit your articles as soon as possi-
ble. Thank you for understanding.
APRIL WORSHIP SCHEDULE
4/03 8:30 Fountain Rev. Deanna
9:00 Faith Rev. Dave
10:00 Cherry Grove Rev. Deanna
6:00 Cowboy Church Rev. Deanna
4/10 8:30 Fountain Rev. Deanna
9:00 Faith Pastor Martha Hendricks
10:00 Cherry Grove Rev. Deanna
4/17 8:30 Fountain Rev. Deanna
9:00 Faith Pastor Martha Hendricks
10:00 Cherry Grove Rev. Deanna
4/24 8:30 Fountain Rev. Dave
9:00 Faith Rev. Deanna
10:00 Cherry Grove Rev. Dave
FAITH UMC - SERVICE GROUP
The Service Group handles the Sunday Coffee Hour the first, sec-
ond, and fourth Sunday of the month. The Christian Ed/Youth han-
dles the 3rd Sunday and the 5th Sunday will be served by Cursillo
participants.
APRIL 2016
*Denis & Nancy Cornell 346-2044
Lesa Brusse 346-2845
Virgil & Marie Dempewolf 696-0825
Paul & Rosalie Hagan 346-2061
Jim & Lori Hoover 649-1301
Dennis & Gwen Howard 346-9935
Linda Lecy 272-6824
Dave & Tammy Schoppers 273-1527
Joanne Shorter 346-2607
Pam Soma-Mori 346-7463
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Food for Kidz
Saturday, April 9, 2016
Stewartville Community Center
(2 hour shifts)
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Goal: Package 120,000 meals Come and help at this event.
Ages 6 to 99
There is a place for you.
Watch for sign-up sheets or
contact Denny & Nancy Cornell
346-2044
Starving children need you!
CHERRY GROVE UMC
AD COUNCIL MEETING
January 13, 2016
PRESENT: Pastor Deanna Wood-
ward, Pastor David Lieder, Beth and
Gene Mulhern, Marlo Mensink, Phil
Hebrink and Bernis Finke.
The meeting was called to order at
5:00pm and was chaired by Pastor
Deanna as Denny was absent. Pastor
Dave led us in an opening prayer.
December minutes were read by
Bernis. Motion to accept was ap-
proved.
Financial report was given by Beth M.
The Church General Account, ending
date of January-12-2016, showed a
balance of $5152.60. Motion by Phil
to accept report, seconded by Marlo,
motion carried.
Discussion was held about the Appor-
tionment Payment to the Conference.
A payment of 89% was made and the
11% not paid is an amount that is
used for a Contingency Fund to help
other churches that cannot pay their
full amount. This was an action of
protest to the Conference as we are
not given a choice to pay or not to pay
and it is difficult for us to cover our
payment and we are only given a
100% credit if we pay the 11%
amount for the Contingency Fund.
Trustee report by Marlo: After some
discussion it was decided to ask Pixie
Nielson if she would consider doing a
walk-through at the church to check
for correct temps to prevent frozen
pipes, open faucets, water coming in
on the floors or any unwanted hap-
penings. Phil volunteered to talk with
the Parish Council about this idea and
see if there was any input.
Pastor Deanna said that Ash Wednes-
day is February 10, 2016. A discus-
sion was held about being involved in
the Lenten Services. Faith UM
Church will have the weekly Lenten
Services and Maundy Thursday Ser-
vice, Fountain UM will have the Ash
Wednesday Service and Cherry Grove
UM will have the Good Friday Ser-
vice. All are welcome to the services
of their choice.
Saturday, February 13; volunteers
from the 3 Parish Churches will help
serve a lunch for those that need as-
sistance, at the Christ UM Church in
Rochester.
A motion to adjourn was made by
Gene M. and 2nd Marlo. Carried.
Bernis Finke, Ad Council Secretary
FOUNTAIN UMC
AD COUNCIL MEETING
March 22, 2016
The Fountain Administrative Coun-
cil met at the church on Tuesday,
March 22, 2016 at 7 p.m. Chairman
Steve Arnold called the meeting to
order. Pastor Deanna Woodward
opened with prayer. Minutes from
the January Council meeting were
read and approved on a motion by
Sheila Arnold and second by Beezie
Cambern.
Treasurer Sheila Arnold gave the
financial report. The current check-
book balance is $814. 61, with a bill
for insurance still outstanding. Gifts
totaling $555 have been received in
memory of Alice Winslow. Sheila
Arnold moved and Beezie Cambern
seconded the motion to put $100 of
the Easter offering toward the Con-
ference Love Offering, and to de-
posit the remainder in the building
fund. Motion carried.
The Cowboy Concert at the commu-
nity hall is scheduled for May 15th
from 3-5 p.m. Steve Arnold has in-
vited the musicians and reserved the
hall. Proceeds will go toward church
repair and maintenance, and to the
local food shelf. Steve has also
looked into getting local matching
funds for the food shelf from
Thrivent. We will check with the
UMW about selling food, and find
people to set up. Steve Arnold is
handling publicity.
There was positive feedback on the
Lenten Services hosted at Spring
Valley Faith UMC. Several from
Fountain attended. The next com-
bined parish service project involves
packing dry food at the Food For
Kidz event on April 9th at the Stew-
artville Civic Center. There is a sign-
up sheet for those who want to partici-
pate, and anyone from 2nd grade
through adult is welcome.
Pastor got price quotes for church T-
shirts from Terri Allen in Fountain
and Kelly Printing in Preston. The
Council decided to go with the Foun-
tain quote, since prices were the same,
and we are now looking for T shirt
design ideas from the congregation.
We hope to have T shirts available to
be purchased and worn by the congre-
gation this spring and summer.
A church yard sale is being planned
again this year during the 60-mile trail
sales, June 24 and 25. June 25 is also
Fountain Trail Day.
Annual Conference is June 21-23 this
year. A summer mission camp for 7th
-12th graders is being offered in St.
Cloud during those dates also, and the
Woodward’s would be glad to offer
transportation to youth interested in
going.
Summer building improvement pro-
jects were also discussed including:
solving the bad water smell, erecting a
new church sign, repairs in the base-
ment and replacement of basement
flooring, and repainting upstairs inte-
rior walls. Projects will be referred to
the trustees for research.
The meeting was adjourned.
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FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
YANKEE CANDLE FUNDRAISER
40% OF SALES
Forms/catalogs and online sales links will be available soon. The sales will take place April 15 -30, however, you can look at the fundraiser catalog now: https://www.yankeecandlefundraising.com/home.htm. The candles and other available products will be delivered by June. The funds will go toward missions (apportionments). Please contact Kathy Casady - [email protected] ~ 507-440-7494 before March 30th if you’d like to join this fundraising team!
FAITH UMC
AD COUNCIL
MEETING 3/17/16
Jill Douglas, chairperson, called
the meeting to order at 7:05 pm
with Nancy Cornell, Chris How-
ard, Mary Grems, Carol Sanford,
Louise Winfield, Pastor Dave
Lieder, Pastor Deanna Wood-
ward, Jan Hammon, Paula Rue-
sink and Jill Douglas in atten-
dance.
Pastor Deanna had prepared a de-
votional but instead the group
shared what inspires each of
them.
A motion to approve the minutes
of the February 18th, 2016 church
council minutes was made by Jan
Hammon and seconded by Mary
Grems. m/s/c
Christian Education Commit-
tee: The Christian Education
Committee has a pancake break-
fast on March 20. This is a fund-
raiser for our education program
to cover the cost of supplies for
the lessons, youth events such as
our lock-in, and purchase of our
membership to the online curricu-
lum.
On April 1 we will be having a
lock-in for students 4-8th grade.
Students are invited to bring a
friend.
Our committee has gained a
member, Carla. Our Sunday
school has also gained 3 stu-
dents.
Other upcoming events include
planting at the greenhouse and
selling the potted plants for
Mother's Day and Celebration
Sunday.
One session remains and we
will be learning about the disci-
ples. This will include drama,
art, cooking, and science.
Finance Committee: The
checking balance on 3/17/16 is
$6,332.10, the loan balance is
$11,615.22 and the apportion-
ment balance is $18,935. Ap-
portionments have been paid for
January and February and bills
are current.
Mission Committee: The mis-
sion committee offerings for
2016 are as follows: Human
Relations $79, One Great Hour
$222, Food $198, Lent $20, Ad-
vent $25, UMCOR $20, and
Health Kits $45. The Native
American Ministries Sunday
will be April 24th.
Membership recorded: Bap-
tisms: Quin Wayne Howard,
son of Eric & Christina Howard.
Elysse Dee Merkel, daughter of
Cory & Alexys Merkel. Transfer:
Sonja Hoag to Peace United Church
of Christ. Total full membership is
298.
Old Business: The church web
page has been updated and looks
great and is easy to use.
Barb Paul with assistance from
Peterson Creative Design has been
instrumental in getting information
available online.
Barb Paul has also volunteered to
publish the monthly newsletter.
New Business: The finance com-
mittee discussed ideas for fund rais-
ing including an auction, meal, can-
dle sales, and other giving opportu-
nities. It was decided to go forward
with a candle sale and possible auc-
tion. A committee will be formed to
make further recommendations.
Pastor Deanna’s Report: A meet-
ing was held recently to discuss a
possible realignment of local
churches. At this time no further
action will be taken.
A food collection will be held on
March 19th with a time of food and
fellowship after.
A Parish Service Project to package
dry foods at the “Food For Kidz”
event will be held at the Stewart-
ville Civic Center on April 9. Shifts
are available from 12-2 and 2-4
p.m, and some “sit down” jobs are
available. A good family activity
for those in 2nd grade through adult.
Holy Week services will be held on
Maundy Thursday, March 24th at
7:00 p.m. at Faith UMC and Good
Friday, March 25th, service will be
held at 7:00 p.m. at Cherry Grove
UMC.
A Youth Lock-in will be held at
Spring Valley Faith UMC on April
1-2 for all parish 4th-8th graders, and
friends. Starts at 6 p.m. Friday and
ends at 8 a.m. Saturday.
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Jesus said, “Where two or
three are gathered
in my name, there
am I in their midst.”
Matthew 18:20
Faith United Methodist Church
National Day of Prayer
Community-Wide Prayer Service
May 5, 2016 — 7:00 p.m.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Attention Faith Family: We are
forming a committee to organize
an auction as a fundraiser for
FUMC. Contact Jan Hammon at
507-346-2187 or
[email protected] to sign
up.
I am looking
forward to
hearing from
you so we
can make
this happen.
SUMMER CAMP
OPPORTUNITIES
As families begin making summer
plans, consider including church
camp in your schedule. Many adult
Christians will tell you that camp
played an important role in the for-
mation of their faith as they were
growing up. Camping brochures are
available at all three churches listing
camps for children, youth, adults and
families, and including many differ-
ent activities for fun and faith devel-
opment. Information is available
online also at
campminnesota.org and
starlakewildernesscamp.org.
Scholarship funds are available at all
three churches to help with the cost
of camp. Speak to Rev. Dave or
Deanna if you would like help regis-
tering for camp or applying for a
scholarship.
One camp is offered June 21-23 in
St. Cloud, MN. This camp for youth
completing 7th-12th grades will in-
volve hands-on mission projects in
the area, great worship at night, and
lodging at St. Cloud State University.
Several of our church leaders will be
attending a conference in St. Cloud,
and would gladly provide transporta-
tion to any youths interested in
attending.
Faith Ad Council Minutes con’t
The Trustees meet on the second
Tuesday of each month at 7:00
p.m. They are requesting that ideas
or items that need attention be
placed on a list on the bulletin
board to help keep the trustees in-
formed of items that need atten-
tion.
Annual conference is June 21st –
23rd and encouraging youth to be
involved. There are camps avail-
able that coincide with the confer-
ence and transportation may be
provided along with funds if
needed. Please contact the pastors
or the church office if you would
like more information.
Pastor Dave’s Report: Atten-
dance has been good at the weekly
Lenten services and soup suppers.
The Silent Witness series has been
well received by members of the
parish and guests.
Pastor Dave will be on vacation in
April.
Pastor Deanna will provide the de-
votion for the April 21st church
council meeting.
A motion to adjourn was made by
Mary Grems at 7:50 p.m. and sec-
onded by Paula Ruesink, m/s/c
Louise Winfield,
Council Secretary
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UMCOR Health Kits Please consider donating a completed health kit, partial health kit or cash. Our goal is 50 health kits. We began collecting supplies for them in February and will continue collecting through early May. The kits will go to annual conference the end of May.
Great project for the Sunday School classes, confirmation class, choir and families.
Health Kit Materials
Cost of materials is approximately $15.00
1 hand towel— 15 x 25 inches to 17 x 27 inches; Kitchen, cleaning, and microfiber towels not acceptable.
1 washcloth
1 comb— Comb needs to be sturdy and longer than 6 inches long; No pocket combs or picks please; Rattail combs and combs without handles are acceptable with a minimum of 6 inches of teeth.
1 metal nail file or nail clippers— No emery boards, please.
1 bath-size soap— 3 oz. and larger sizes only; No Ivory or Jergens soap due to moisture content; Do not remove
from original packaging. 1 toothbrush- Adult size only; Do not remove from original packaging.
6 adhesive bandages— ¾ inch to 1 inch-size; Common household Band-Aids.
1 plastic bag— One-gallon size sealable bag only.
$1.00 to purchase toothpaste
Native American Ministries
Sunday
April 24, 2016
Native American Ministries Sunday is the
third of the 2016 Special Offerings. As a
member of the United Methodist Church,
your gift, on this day equips Native congre-
gations to worship and serve as only they
can. Together, we empower
local spiritual development
and educate Native Ameri-
can seminary students to
serve God faithfully. Today
Native Americans, with many
unique languages, many
unique cultures, honor their
heritage and live as Jesus followers, led by a
rotation of primarily Native American pas-
tors.
When you support Native American Minis-
tries Sunday, you equip seminary students
who will honor and celebrate Native Ameri-
can culture in their ministries and you em-
power congregations that are finding fresh
new ways to minister to their congregations
with the love of Christ.
Please support this worthy offering.
If everyone gives a little, we can make
our $100.00 goal.
Thank you.
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Maple Leaf Parish Cherry Grove UMC
Fountain UMC
Faith UMC 617 Maple Lane
Spring Valley, MN 55975
Address Service Requested
Spring Valley, MN
U.S. Postage Paid
Permit #62
Non-Profit
Bulk Rate
Fountain UMC:
April 3: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Communion ; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School
April 9: Parish Service Project, Food for Kidz food pack
April 10: 8:30 a.m. Worship; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School
April 18: 8:30 a.m. Worship; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School
April 24: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Worship; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School
April 27: 6:30 p.m. Fountain U.M. Women meet
Cherry Grove UMC:
April 3: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Worship with Communion;
6 p.m. Cowboy Church
April 9: Parish Service Project, Food for Kidz food pack
April 10: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Worship
April 12: 9:30 a.m. Cherry Grove U.M. Women @ Corene Hamre’s
April 13: 5:30 p.m. Cherry Grove Admin. Council
April 17: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Worship
April 24: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Worship