The Messenger 2018 First United Methodist Church in Niles ...growing together in our knowledge, love, and service of God Dear friends~ Over the past 5 weeks, we have explored what it means to embrace the "Rule of Christ." We started at the point of our words and the conversations in which we participate. {Holy Communication} We then reflected upon our positions in the many different situations in which we find ourselves. {Personal Reflection} Then we followed Matthew 18:15-17a, and Matthew 18:20. We found in the words of scripture wisdom for responding to difficult situations of conflict both in our church life and in principles which can be used in our personal lives. In these words of wisdom, we find if we start with one on one conversations with those whom we have differences, often we find new solutions. If this step fails, then we are challenged to get some objective help. A third party can help add clarity and insight to both parties. There are times when even a third party's presence does not bring resolution. When this occurs, we are told to take it to the church ~ someone who has skill in conflict resolution and able to assist to resolve the issue. There are some issues which just cannot be resolved. When this happens, we are all challenged to remember our mission. This mission for the church is to go into the world to make disciples of all nations ~ “give the people Jesus”. In our personal lives, issues can range from family conflicts to issues with our co-workers, colleagues and so on. In each of these situations, the main thing is the main thing, what is best for the family and what is best for the common good in our work This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND
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The Messenger 2018
First United Methodist Church in Niles...growing together in our knowledge, love, and service of GodDear friends~
Over the past 5 weeks, we have explored what it means to embrace the "Rule of Christ." We started at the point of our words and the conversations in which we participate. {Holy Communication} We then reflected upon our positions in the many different situations in which we find ourselves. {Personal Reflection} Then we followed Matthew 18:15-17a, and Matthew 18:20. We found in the words of scripture wisdom for responding to difficult situations of conflict both in our church life and in principles which can be used in our personal lives. In these words of wisdom, we find if we start with one on one conversations with those whom we have differences, often we find new solutions. If this step fails, then we are challenged to get some objective help. A third party can help add clarity and insight to both parties. There are times when even a third party's presence does not bring resolution. When this occurs, we are told to take it to the church ~ someone who has skill in conflict resolution and able to assist to resolve the issue. There are some issues which just cannot be resolved. When this happens, we are all challenged to remember our mission. This mission for the church is to go into the world to make disciples of all nations ~ “give the people Jesus”. In our personal lives, issues can range from family conflicts to issues with our co-workers, colleagues and so on. In each of these situations, the main thing is the main thing, what is best for the family and what is best for the common good in our work environment. God's promise to each of us is this, "I will be with you till the end of time."
As Niles First United Methodist Church, we will be sharing in the "Rule of Christ." Within this newsletter, you will find a “Concern Summary” sheet with which we will be addressing conflicts within the church. If there are any questions concerning this concept introduced through scripture and encouraged by Bishop Malone, please contact the church office and ask to speak with me.
Pastor Paula Marbury
Worship with us…. Sundays @ 9 and 11 am In Ministry Together…. Pastor Paula Marbury Director of Music…. Jason Volovar
Groundskeeper/Custodian…. John Hoso Office Secretary…. Leona Krepps
Concern Summary
(To be shared with SPRC and the parties involved)
Your name: Date:Name the person or group with whom you have a concern:
Briefly describe the issue: (use only one or two sentences. This will help you focus.)
Briefly describe the steps you have taken to resolve and communicate this concern with the party(ies) involved:
What have the parties agreed to?
What remains to be resolved?
State your desired outcome as a need. (It is very important to be concise in this statement. That will provide clarity for the committee.)
I need. . . . .
FINANCES FOR August 2018 Invoices $ 5,137.00Payroll $ 4,787.00
Total $ 9,924.00 Income (Tithes and offerings) $ 8,695.00 Balance -- $ 1,229.00
We would like to thank the Pastor and church members for their prayers while my brother, Leonard, was ill and their sympathies upon his passing. Church family is so very helpful at times like this. Joyce and Joe Lukz
Well, what can we say but a HUGE THANK YOU!!!! Thank you to all who volunteered, donated, made desserts and prayed over our Community Meals, the need is such a demand for people who are hungry in our community. In the month of September, we fed over 685 people; and, each time they thanked us and were so grateful for having a place to come to have fellowship, great food and as many of them said, to be treated like family. The Bread of Life that is headed by Jackie Moyer has had a great impact also on them. This is a great way to keep in contact with them and to pray with them. We will be hosting Community Meals again in December and ask for your support to keep this ministry going. Also, thank you to Sam and Patrice who cooked the meals to feed the minds and souls of everyone. God Bless
ATTENTION: Sunday School Student and Parents
On Sunday, December 9th, we are having a Christmas party for our Sunday School Students. It will be held after church until around 2:30 PM. We will eat and have lots of fun activities.While we are celebrating, parents will have the opportunity to go Christmas shopping or maybe even have a nice quiet dinner together. Please reserve the date!
Tyler (7) and Benny (2), children of Jon and Corey Bowman, walked 2 miles in the Adult Panerathon and received medals for participating in the Children’s Panerathon.
Bill Elliot’s Choir Retirement Party at the home of Judy George.
Stained Glass Concerts are hosted by the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra. The remaining concerts for this year’s season include:Sunday, 04 November 2018, at 4 pm, at St. Elizabeth Hospital’s Chapel 2nd floor, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, OhioSunday, 02 December 2018, at 2:30 pm, at St. Cyril and Methodius Church, 52 E. Wood Street, Youngstown, Ohio Sunday, 10 March 2019, at 4 pm, at St. Patrick Church, 225 North Street, Hubbard, Ohio.
NILES FIRST UMC WILL HOST A STAINED CLASS CONCERT IN OUR SANCTUARY TENTATIVELY SET
FOR 8 December 2019. TIME TBA
Rachel Circle's annual hot dog roast was held 11 October at the home of Linda Belcastro. Eleven circle members and four guests were in attendance. An enjoyable evening was had by all attending. The evening entertainment was a sing-along with ukuleles
being played by Pat, Debbie, Jo Ann and Janeen. As usual fire master, Nick Belcastro had the perfect fire for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows for smores. The next meeting of Rachel Circle will be 14 November in the church parlor at 1:00pm. Hostesses for the meeting will be Jo Ann Baugh and Mary Alice Neiss. A Thanksgiving themed program will be presented by Becky Hanks. All ladies of the church and guests are welcome to attend. If there are any questions, please call Linda (330-652-1628) or Becky (330-652-1597) Just a little reminder: Rachel Circle's December 12th meeting will be a Christmas luncheon at 12pm noon in the Fellowship Hall of the church. Mark the date on your calendars. It is 8 October and the GAB Sale is over!!!! The sale was a success and we raised about $1500 with monies still coming in. This money will be used towards the purchase of a new
dishwasher for our church kitchen. I want to take this opportunity to tell you about the small group of people who worked hard on the sale. We could have used more help but those who helped did their all. I don’t know a fair way to list them, so I am going to do it alphabetically and let you read about them all.John, Amy and Annmarie Anos spent Sunday after church unloading items from the stage to the proper table to be unpacked.Nick Belcastro, a super help, showed up on Monday for the sorting of items that came in that week. He also worked every day the week of the sale cleaning items and putting things right. Nick worked the days of the sale despite having to visit the chiropractor for a bad back.Joyce Bowman helped sort clothes and fold them for several days. She worked the Saturday sale. Marilyn DeCesare worked several days setting up the jewelry display and worked the jewelry table both days of the sale.Judy George worked the Friday sale.Phyllis Gudaitis worked several days setting up the jewelry display and worked the jewelry table both days of the sale.Shane Hafely helped set up the tables and brought three (3) tables from his home to fill is the blanks. He was generally helpful the days of the sale.Terry Hamilton drove his truck and picked up several loads of items from people who had no way of getting them to the church. He helped set up tables for the sale.Becky Hanks worked the week of the sale putting things in place. Her experience was used to help set things up i.e. money changing tables and office procedures.Illene Hodash is a super cashier. She maintained the table for counting the customer’s purchases.Pat King came most Mondays and helped set donations. She was a great help on Friday…assisting people with their purchases, wrapping breakables and helping at the check out area. Pat did all this while getting ready for her Florida trip on Saturday.Leona Krepps helped with advertising and maintained office help while getting ready for the sale.John Lewis worked the week of the sale setting items in place.Joyce Lukz during the week sorting and folding clothes.Nancy Malone worked setting up two (2) days of the sale week and was responsible for getting donations from the Niles Historical Society.David, Heidi and Emily Moyers. David and Emily helped sort items on Mondays. They also worked the sale week. Heidi came in Saturday afternoon and helped with clean-up.Nancy Roberts deserves credit for best attendance. She worked every Monday and every day of the sale setting out glassware and kitchen items. She worked both days of the sale and with clean-up.
Merrily Rogers worked sale week setting up linens, Christmas decorations and children’s toys. She also assisted in clean-up and packing. She delivered flyers to various established in the area.Doug and Peggy Samson helped empty the stage and take items to proper tables.Cheryl Spowart helped with books and arranging many items in the book area. Worked sale on Friday packing items for customers.Dan Taneyhill worked on some Mondays and the week of the sale. He cleaned items and made the appliances look good. Dan was here the day of the sale.Leroy ad Elaine Walker assisted in set up and cashier. Leroy was the cashier and Elaine assisted in set up of the glassware.Pat Pfeifer and Evie Rice provided lunch for the workers on Friday.Children’s clothing was not put out. We gave the clothing to Niles Community Relief, so children would have school clothes. All shoes donated were given to Matt Lyons. His Youth Group is going to Costa Rico next summer and the shoes will be given to people there. Left over clothing will go to St. Pauley’s with the promise that they will not be used for rags but given to people who are in need. Monday and Tuesday, the following people spent time packing left-over items and transporting said items to their destination…… Nancy Roberts, Jerry and Merrily Rogers, Leroy and Elaine Walker, Joyce BowmanAnd, a big “Thank you” to those who also worked behind the scenes and did “special things” but wish to remain anonymous~~you know who you are!!!The GAB sale is not just a money raising event but a mission project for our church. I do hope that you will remember that. Please say THANK YOU to all the people listed above. They are true missionaries. Ann Wright. Enjoyed my two Sundays at the Good Shepherd UMC in Calcutta
REMEMBER is Sunday, 25 November, after 11:00 am worship services. We hope to see you there!!
Bobby Rathburn, Colleen Aliberti and Sam Mohn participated in a workshop this weekend, 29 & 30 September, at Boardman UMC about Reaching Out into the
Community. Stay tuned for more information on how you can be involved!
~~the Emmaus walk “Is an experience of Christian spiritual renewal and information that begins with a three-day short course in Christianity? It is an opportunity to meet Jesus Christ in a new way as God’s grace and love is revealed to you through other believers.”~~Thursday evening, 4 October through Sunday, 7 October, Phyllis Difford and I (Carol Rathburn) had the privilege to attend an “Emmaus Walk” event at Camp Asbury in Hiram, Ohio. It was a very inspiring and renewing time together with fellow believers. We sang (what a joy that was!!); attended talks; shared in small groups; had worship together; shared Holy Communion; and, truly felt the presence of God with us in our 72-hour experience. This experience truly empowers us to be the hands and feet of Christ as we walk our life journey with him; and, to desire to renew the existing church. May
we all grow in our faith and become willing and joyful servants of God. ~~Carol Rathburn
This 4 – 7 October 2018, Carol Rathburn and I attended the Western Reserve Emmaus Walk #52 at Camp Asbury. This was quite an experience. Intellectually, emotionally and physically. To see how other women have relied on their faith to overcome horrific and some not as horrific things just brings us together even more as believers. And, to see what that looks like biblically is uplifting and encouraging. To meet and make so many new friends is exciting. I must say some of the surprises they have for you are off the hook. To see the Holy Spirit at work is a blessing above all things. Although you are exhausted physically and emotionally, I would recommend all whom have never gone to go. It is truly amazing and something to cherish. Side note, however, see me before you go for sleeping tips!!!!! Phyllis Difford
PET BLESSING, 21 OCTOBER 2018,WHAT A GREAT TURNOUT!!
HMMMM…..GOOD!!
It’s that time of the year for yummy baked goods!! Patrice will be selling homemade pumpkin rolls for the holidays for $8.00. There will be signup sheets by Chapel and back of the Sanctuary. Also selling Large loaf of Pumpkin Bread and Snickerdoodle bread $7.00 a loaf!! Last day for Thanksgiving order is 11 November 2018. Last date for Christmas orders is 16 December 2018. Thanks!!
01 Andrew Moyer 10 Ralph Lee Blair 17 Chuck Phillipson 26 Marjorie Jones 05 Dan Taneyhill 12 Leroy Walker 20 June Braun 27 Merrily Rogers 09 Lolly Symcheck 15 Sue Bullock 22 David Hafely Triston Hafely
