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May 19, 2013 Pentecost Sunday Rev. Dave Leckrone, Senior Pastor Bob Lybarger, Associate Pastor Our Mission: Invite ~ Equip ~ Engage
May 19, 2013 Pentecost Sunday
Rev. Dave Leckrone, Senior Pastor Bob Lybarger, Associate Pastor
Our Mission: Invite ~ Equip ~ Engage
Welcome to Worship
Pastoral Welcome Community Sharing (Announcements- Registration Pads- Birthdays- Anniversaries)
Time of Greeting Bell Introit “Dona Nobis Pacem” (Let There Be Peace) Bell Tree Trio: Jan Brenneman, Nancy Johnson & Kathie Abke Voluntary “Come Thou Fount” Gilbert Martin
*Opening Hymn “Surely the Presence”
*Hymn #368 “My Hope is Built” *Invocation *Affirmation of Faith #881 *Gloria Patri Costa Rica Presentation Prayer Requests, Joys & Concerns Silent, Pastoral & the Lord’s Prayer Prayer Hymn #2080 “All I Need Is You”
All I need is you, Jesus, all I need is you. You are the source of all I need. All I need is you.
Bell Anthem “Deep River” Violin: Jan Brenneman
Hymn “Jesus Loves the Little Children” Children’s Message
All children are welcome to come to the chancel steps. PreK-2nd graders will go to room 121 with Joe & Sarah McDowell.
Order of Worship continues on the inside of the back cover.
The First United Methodist Church
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Mother’s Day Photos Photos may be picked up today in the Gathering room and at First Place.
Fair Trade Sunday Final Fair Trade Sunday until Fall will be next Sun, May 26. This will be the last chance to get fair trade coffee, cocoa and chocolate from Equal exchange until we resume fair trade Sundays in the fall.
First Friend of the Week: (take a moment to send a note/card to our First Friend)
Karen Painter Troy Care & Rehab, 512 Crescent Dr., Troy
Diagnosed with brain tumor.
Whispers of the Heart Workshop & Art Show
Workshop: Sat, June 8: Please join us for a half day workshop on Sat, June 8, 9am-1:30pm., as we explore the ancient Christian practice of lectio and visio divina. Lectio divina, Latin for “holy or divine reading” involves the listening to and relating of scripture to this moment in our experience. Visio divina, Latin for “sacred seeing or praying with art,” involves building awareness of God as experienced through various art forms such as sculpture and painting. Both practices build our awareness of how God speaks to us. Refreshments will be served including a light lunch. Signup sheets are available in the Gathering room. Registration deadline
is June 2. Pastor Maggie Sykes and Evelyn West will facilitate this retreat. Photography & Art Show: Sun, June 9: Get your cameras ready and your eyes wide open as you prepare to share through photography or original art “Where do you see God?” Please join FUMC in this unique opportunity to share your vision of God in the world through photography (8 X 10 matted or framed) or original art work (no larger than 18 X 20 matted or framed) with an art show at FUMC on June 9 & 16 inclusive. A reception will be held on June 9 between services and after worship. Entry deadline is May 31st.
Vacation Bible School is scheduled for June 10-14, 6-8:15pm each evening. Kids will learn to depend on the promises of Jesus – promises each of us can cling to! Volunteers are needed so please contact Penny Hoekstra at 335-2826 or by email at [email protected] or Eden Maxwell at 545-8821 or by email at [email protected] if you are interested!
Normile Adoption We are looking for some NEW ideas for fundraisers and need your help! Anyone with any fundraiser ideas please contact us. We will be having a garage sale again this year and will be accepting donations from now until the sale. The date for the garage sale is 6/20, 6/21, and 6/22. Please contact us for pick up or to drop off donations. Book your mini photo session with Danielle Mitchell Photography for $100 from now until August and we will get $50 of each session booked towards our adoption. The sessions are 30 min. and you will get a cd with the edited photos. Don't delay schedule today! Check out our website for updates and online giving https://sites.google.com/site/normilefamilyadoption/ Thank you for all of your love and support! Justin & Mallory Normile [email protected] 937.542.9649
Ushers Needed Usher captains / Ushers are needed for the second service in August, November, and December. No experience is necessary; we’ll train you. Please contact Steve Johnson at 339-9512 if you are willing to serve or have questions.
Pastoral Care If you are going to be in the hospital and would like a pastor to visit, please email:
[email protected] or call 335-2826.
GIVE Ministry The GIVE ministry located in Covington accepts medical equipment and supplies for those who are in need. At this time they have a great need for large size Depends. Their address is: 1000 Mote Dr., Covington. Phone: 937-473-5195.
Let's Go! Final payment is due for the Pittsburgh Express trip. The deposit is due for the Pigeon Forge/Smoky Mt. Show trip. Bob & Ann Baird, 335-4338.
Summer Special Music During the summer, the Chancel Choir and Bell Choir take a break. Special Music is needed for the worship services. If you would like to share your gift of music, whether voice or instrument, please contact Wayne Gillespey at: [email protected].
Communion Helpers Needed Pat Rahlf is our new Communion Steward. We now need a few helpers to assist Pat with setting up and cleaning up after communion at the Traditional services. If you would be willing to help occaisionally please contact Pat at: [email protected] or 335-9280 or sign up in the Gathering room.
Greeters Needed Greeters are needed for the traditional worship services in June & July. Please sign up on the clipboard located in the Gathering room for one or two Sundays.
Dorothy Love’s “Caring for the Caregiver”
Pamela Sturtz, our health ministry coordinator, will be attending this seminar on Wed, May 29 at Dorothy Love Retirement Center from noon-5:30pm. If anyone would like to attend with her and ride along, please call the church office at 335-2826.
Preaching Schedule May 26
8:15 & 10:45am Rev. Dave Leckrone 9:30 & 10:45am Bob Lybarger
June 2
8:15 & 10:45am Rev. Dave Leckrone 9:30 & 10:45am Bob Lybarger
First Kids Preschool Assistant Teacher
First Kids Preschool will have a position available for a part time, assistant teacher for the 2013-14 school year. Zack Conway has filled this position for the 2012-13 school year, however, Zack’s responsibilities as full-time Youth Director will prevent him from working at First Kids next year. If you know of someone who may be interested in working at First Kids, please have them contact Bridget Haines at [email protected] or call 335-2826 for more details. Requirements:
Must love children. Must be 18 years of age. Must have at least a H.S. Diploma
or GED.
Experience preferred. Must pass State and Federal
Background Check.
Altar Roses A red rose has been placed on the Sanctuary altar in celebration of:
♥ Elias Daniel Parker, born on May 5. He is the son of Matt & Kara Parker and the grandson of Bob & Gloria Parker.
Roses are courtesy of Baird Funeral Home and family members are welcome to take the rose.
Weekly Calendar Today: May 19 Camp Sunday
8:15, 9:30, & 10:45am Worship
8:30am Community Breakfast @ First Place
1:00pm Groves Anniversary Party
12:30pm Sr. High Fun Day
Monday: May 20
6:30am Men’s Life @ Bob Evans
9:00am First Kids Preschool
9:15am Intercessory Prayer Group
9:30am Staff meeting
1:00 & 5:00pm Food Pantry (FP)
3:00pm Senior Chair Exercise (FP)
3:45pm Pilates Class (FP)
6:00pm Daisy Scouts
7:00pm Ch Ed, Evangelism, Nurture & Outreach
Committees
8:15pm Church Council
Tuesday: May 21
9:00am First Kids Preschool
5:00pm Quilt Club
Wednesday: May 22
9:00am First Kids Preschool
1:00pm Food Pantry (FP)
3:00pm Senior Chair Exercises (FP)
3:45pm Pilates Class (FP)
6:00pm Alpha Course (FP)
6:00pm Team G(race) UpNrunning
6:30pm Youth Group-Summer Kick Off
Thursday: May 23
8:00am Fidelity Health (FP)
9:00am First Kids Preschool
6:30pm First Kids Graduation
7:00pm Praise Team (FP)
Friday: May 24
9:00am First Kids Preschool
1:00pm Food Pantry (FP)
Saturday: May 25
7:30am Men’s Prayer Bfast @ Friendly’s
7:30am Men’s Life @ Bob Evans
Next Sunday: May 26 Graduate Sunday /
Peace w/Justice Sunday
8:15, 9:30, & 10:45am Worship
8:30am Community Breakfast @ First Place
Food Pantry 2013 May Week 1: Families 127 Individuals* 457 1st Time Visitors 5 Week 2: Families 108 Individuals* 361 1st Time Visitors 5 Year Families 2045 to Date Individuals* 6620 Total: 1st Time Visitors 121
*individuals = # of persons living in household
Helping Hands Ministry Our “Helping Hands Ministry” provides assistance to those in our congregation who have difficulty with certain chores around the house. Examples would be: raking leaves, putting in a A/C window unit, washing windows etc. Several of our volunteers in this ministry are no longer able to do the heavy lifting that is sometimes required. If you would be willing to help in this ministry please call the church office, 335-2826, to put your name on the list of helpers.
Updated Address Directories You may pick up an updated address directory in the Gathering room or at First Place.
You’re Invited!
50th Wedding Anniversary On April 27, Don and Juanita Groves celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Their daughters are hosting a reception today from 1-3pm, in the church Social Room, if you would like to stop by to congratulate them.
Bell Choir Members: Pam Sturtz, Bev Schroedel, Tawnie Johnson,
Kathie Abke, Myrle Briggs, Mary Davis, Nancy Johnson, Jan Brenneman, Scott Harshman,
Carol Pinkerton, Diane Gary, Steve Schumann, Rex Abke, Rick Matson, J Wildman, Dave Agins,
Mary Miller and Diane Lyons
Thank You! Thank you for all the cards and well wishes I received for my 70th birthday and as “First Friend of the Week.” I really enjoyed the cards and appreciate the kind thoughts. Ron Erwin
Thank You! “I want to thank the Church for the beautiful flower I received on Mother’s Day for being the oldest Mother present that day. I count my blessings everyday & thank God for the 91+ years he has given me. Thanks again & God Bless all of you & keep you in His care.” Kathryn Rogers
TFY Update TFY will be kicking off our summer schedule with our first annual Summer Olympics. All TFY students are welcome to join us this Wednesday, 6:30-8:30, at Troy Community Park (by Hobart Arena). We will be enjoying the warm weather, and having tons of fun outside. Questions contact Zack Conway, [email protected] or (570) 617-8345
First Kids Preschool Fundraiser-Thank You!
The First Kids Preschool Jumpy's fundraiser was a great success. With your help, First Kids was able to raise over $1,000 from the combination of door admissions, bake sale and silent auction. Funds raised will go towards new handwriting curriculum and lockable storage for the playground equipment. First Kids Preschool would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all who attended the event, baked items for the bake sale, donated to the silent auction and bid on the silent auction items. The generosity of the FUMC congregation is part of what makes First Kids Christian Cooperative Preschool so successful.
Bridget Haines Director
We extend a warm welcome to all our visitors today!
Nursery Care: Rooms 200-202 An Usher can
direct you. Childcare Staff Person(s):
Sandra Makemson and Barbara Warner
We Welcome Children in Worship. The following items are available to assist you in the sanctuary: quiet bags, children’s
bulletins, a child-sized table and rocking chairs are available. If you need assistance ask an
Usher.
Greeters:
8:15am: Franklin St Mel & Nancy Shane
Cherry St Brian & Gail Florence
10:45am:
Franklin St Jeff & Peg Welbaum
Cherry Street Mark, Loren, Owen & Liam Evilsizor
Usher Captains: 8:15am: Bruce Beeman
10:45am: Ann Baird
Acolytes: Margaret Snee & Emma Taylor
Special Needs:
Large print Bibles, Hymnals and Bulletins are available from an Usher.
Church Information: The First United Methodist Church
Church Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm 110 West Franklin Street
Troy, Ohio 45373
Website: www.troyfumc.orgEmail: [email protected] 937-335-2826
Twitter: twitter.com/TroyFirstUMC Fax: 937-332-0070
facebook.com/TroyFUMC
Sunday Morning JAM This Sunday will be the last Sunday for JAM until Sunday School classes begin again in late Aug.
Church Council Retreat This spring our Church Council held a retreat at
which the Pastor’s Vision Team presented their findings and the Church Council set goals for
Troy First to address specific needs. A new
Vision and Mission statement was adopted as well.
Vision Statement: The Vision of Troy First United Methodist Church is to make disciples and spread the Good News by living, obeying and applying the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Mission Statement: The Mission of Troy First United Methodist Church is to INVITE - EQUIP - ENGAGE. GOALS: Goal #1: Implement a Small Group Program with training by Pastor Dave and the staff, to include a high-level plan to be presented at the next Church Council meeting on May 20, 2013. Goal #2: Form a seven-person Facilities Task Force, consisting of three Trustees and four congregational members to address facilities expansion. This Task Force will provide a preliminary report to Church Council on September 16, 2013. The scope of the study/report will include all facilities currently owned and other potential future acquisitions.
Goal #3: Form a committee to assess the current and future physical space needs for all church ministries and present these needs to the Facilities Task Force.
Higher Education Assistance Grant Applications Available
Applications for higher education assistance grants from Troy First United Methodist Church for the 2013-14 academic year are available in the church office, or online via the church website. Completed applications must be submitted to the church office no later than June 1. Awards will be announced no later than July 1. Questions may be addressed to the church office at 335-2826.
Prayer Group The intercessory Prayer Group would like to invite any and all who would like to join them on Monday mornings at 9:15am in Room 311. They meet for one hour to pray for the church and any prayer requests that come to them through the pew cards, the prayer wall or the prayer chain. You are welcome to join them on a regular basis or whenever it fits into your schedule.
Church Banner If anyone knows where is the Church Parade Banner, please call the church office at 335-2826 or email: [email protected].
Stewardship Update
General Operating Pledged/Unpledged Giving Week 19 of 52
5/12/13 5/6/12 Change % Change
$10,970.25 $12,212.00 ($1,241.75) -10.2% 85.7% of our weekly need
1/1/13-5/12/13 1/1/12-5/6/12 Change % Change
$206,294.25 $199,118.80 $7,175.45 +3.6% Notes
1) The 2013 General Operating Budget is $665,778 ($12,803 per week). This year’s
budget is 3.51% higher than the 2012 budget.
2) To date, we have received 31% of our operating budget needs for the year.
3) Online giving is included in the year-to-date figures. Through 4/30, total online giving
for all funds was $31,289.
Questions? Ask the Treasurer: [email protected]
Last Week’s Offering
Money Received for the General Operating Fund
General Pledged/Unpledged Tithes & Offerings 10,970.25
Loose Plate 199.68 Sunday School 23.67
Coffee 21.81 Upper Room 3.75
Youth Group 10 Books 4 Jerseys 90
Money Received & Designated to Special Projects & Other Funds Not Included in General Operating. These are designated gifts, contributions and other income received by the church from church members and
constituents. These amounts do not represent any financial support from the general operating fund to these special projects and funds.
Food Pantry 3583.34 Let’s Go! 1886 Team G(race) 85
First Kids Fundraiser 1001.77 BHoH 10 Camperships 200 Eden Project 200 Bell donation 92
Special Campaigns
Third Floor Ceiling Project
Total Spent: $48,248
Total Contributions Received: $15,718
Deficit: $32,530
Attendance
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Stained Glass Windows - Dome Goal: $115,000 Received $55,463 (48%)
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100.00% First Place Mortgage Original Note: $672,000 Current Balance: $226,085.31
Offertory “A Jubilant Rondo”
*Offertory Prayer *Hymn #420 “Breath on Me, Breath of God” Scripture Lesson: Acts 2:1-8 Tom Rogers Sermon “Their Own Language”
Rev. Dave Leckrone *Hymn #156 “I Love to Tell the Story” *Benediction *Parting Hymn “God Be With You Till We Meet Again” Postlude “Glory Be to God on High” D. Paxton Tawnie Johnson
*congregation stands if able
The Altar Flowers are presented by Bruce and Suzanne Scranton, in honor of their grandchildren.
