Page 1 ST. PAUL’S UCC NEWSLETTER JUNE 2014 103 South Second Street Marthasville, MO 63357 (636) 433-2482 [email protected]www.stpaulsuccmo.org Seeking to Know, Grow In, and Show the Ways of Jesus PRAYER AND CONFLICT Read Matthew 5:43-46 Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” - Matthew 5:43- 44 (NRSV) Although I had been a schoolteacher at a rural school for a long time, one day I found myself in a predicament. Part of the faculty thought the school board was right when they fired a member of the faculty. But some, like me, felt he shouldn’t have been dismissed. Battle lines were drawn, and people on both sides were on edge. Many citizens of the community stopped talking to their old friends. I dreaded going to work. Then I began to read the Bible more and realized that God didn’t want us to take sides and to be angry with each other. When I prayed that both groups would get along, I was amazed how my feelings changed. Over a period of time, I found that I couldn’t remain angry at someone I was praying for. So, I prayed for all involved, especially those with whom I differed. My concern spilled over until I wanted only the best for them. As I continued to pray for the welfare of everybody involved, my tense feelings disappeared. Peace came into my heart. Soon my old friendships were alive once more. Prayer: Dear Lord, help us not get so caught up in differences of opinion that we forget to care for everybody involved. Help us remember we are sisters and brothers, children of your family. Amen. Barbara Barton (Texas) “This material was originally printed in The Upper Room magazine for use on May 19, 2014. It is reprinted from The Upper Room magazine, copyright 2014 by The Upper Room, Inc. P. O. Box 340004, Nashville, TN 37203-0004, and is used by permission of the publisher.” ************************************* Extra Step for June: Compassion International is a Christ Centered ministry reaching out to underprivileged children around the world, giving each child an opportunity to hear the gospel in an age appropriate and culturally relevant way. Oftentimes the Compassion project is the only place a child experiences love, respect, proper food, and nutrition. Your Extra Step gifts assist communities with clean water, malaria prevention, and other physical and spiritual needs. To sponsor a child, call Compassion at 1-800-336-7676 and ask to sponsor a child from HO-287. Visit them on the web at www.compassion.com .
Seeking to Know, Grow In, and Show the Ways of Jesus
PRAYER AND CONFLICT
Read Matthew 5:43-46
Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your
enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” - Matthew 5:43-
44 (NRSV)
Although I had been a schoolteacher at a rural school for a long time, one day I found myself in a
predicament. Part of the faculty thought the school board was right when they fired a member of the
faculty. But some, like me, felt he shouldn’t have been dismissed. Battle lines were drawn, and people
on both sides were on edge. Many citizens of the community stopped talking to their old friends. I
dreaded going to work.
Then I began to read the Bible more and realized that God didn’t want us to take sides and to be
angry with each other. When I prayed that both groups would get along, I was amazed how my feelings
changed. Over a period of time, I found that I couldn’t remain angry at someone I was praying for. So,
I prayed for all involved, especially those with whom I differed. My concern spilled over until I wanted
only the best for them.
As I continued to pray for the welfare of everybody involved, my tense feelings disappeared.
Peace came into my heart. Soon my old friendships were alive once more.
Prayer: Dear Lord, help us not get so caught up in differences of opinion that we forget to care for
everybody involved. Help us remember we are sisters and brothers, children of your family. Amen.
Barbara Barton (Texas)
“This material was originally printed in The Upper Room magazine for use on May 19, 2014. It is reprinted from The Upper
Room magazine, copyright 2014 by The Upper Room, Inc. P. O. Box 340004, Nashville, TN 37203-0004, and is used by
permission of the publisher.”
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Extra Step for June: Compassion International is a Christ Centered ministry reaching out to underprivileged children around the world, giving each child an opportunity to hear the gospel in an age appropriate and culturally relevant way. Oftentimes the Compassion project is the only place a child experiences love, respect, proper food, and nutrition. Your Extra Step gifts assist communities with clean water, malaria prevention, and other physical and spiritual needs. To sponsor a child, call Compassion at 1-800-336-7676 and ask to sponsor a child from HO-287. Visit them on the web at www.compassion.com.
A special thanks to Rev. Don Deeker and the fourth grade classes of Marthasville Elementary School for
placing American Flags and poppies on the graves of our veterans for the Memorial Day weekend. The flags and poppies are provided by the American Legion Daniel
Boone Post 180.
CONTENTS
Adult Choir ................................................... 5 Nursery .......................................................... 3 Adult Social Connection ............................... 5 Pastor’s Report ................................................ Altar Flowers ................................................ 6 Prayer List ................................................... 11 Anniversary Books ....................................... 5 Prayer Ministry .............................................. 3 Birthdays, Anniversaries ............................. 10 Quilters .......................................................... 5 Buildings & Grounds ..................................... 3 Services of Worship ....................................... 4 Calendar of Events ..................................... 12 Staff/Council Members .................................. 2 Church Cemetery ......................................... 2 Sunday Morning Fellowship ........................... 3 Children’s Church ......................................... 4 Vacation Bible School .................................... 3 Christian Education ...................................... 8 Women’s Guild .............................................. 4 Extra Step .................................................... 1 Worship Leaders ........................................... 6 Homebound Church Members...................... 8 Youth Ministry ................................................ 9 Morning LIGHT Ministry............................. 6,7
St. Paul’s UCC Staff
George Dohm (cell: 636-667-0449, [email protected]) ....................................... Pastor Susan Miesner ([email protected]) ...................................................................... Secretary Karen Nye (cell: 636-734-2815, [email protected]) ..................................Youth Director Sally Rohe ............................................................................................................................... Organist Sally & Tony Rohe ............................................................................................................ Custodians Robbin DeVore .................................................................................... Volunteer Newsletter Editor
Church Council
Aaron Griesheimer ............................................................. President/ Pastoral Relations Comm. Larry Brewe .................................................................................. Vice President/Worship Comm. Robbin DeVore .................................................................................................. Recording Secretary Russell Kersten .................................................................................................... Financial Secretary Karla Aholt .......................................................................... Treasurer/Membership Care Comm. Amy Lange ......................... Christian Ed. /Historical Comm./Denominational Study Comm. Steve O’Black ....................................................................................... Missions/Personnel Comm. Brad Kazmaier ...................................... Buildings & Grounds/ Denominational Study Comm. Jacon Collier .................................................................................................... Buildings & Grounds
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Sunday Morning Fellowship A time of fellowship (10:30am) will continue throughout the summer months following the 9:30am service of worship. There is a sign-up sheet in the lobby for those who are able to assist with the coffee, lemonade, and donuts; otherwise, contact Kay Buhr or Cindy Buescher to volunteer. Thank you in advance for your participation.
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PRAYER MINISTRY will meet on Tuesdays, June 3rd, June 10th, and June 17th only this
month @ 6:30pm in the prayer room.
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Buildings & Grounds
Several members of the Buildings & Grounds committee, as well as other church members have been diligently working to solve an issue involving the drain between the church sanctuary and the fellowship hall (near the air conditioning units). Many thanks
for their continuous dedication to solving the problem.
Vacation Bible School
VBS will be held July 14-18, 2014, from 9am-12noon. Anyone interested in volunteering
should contact Wilma Zeh at 636-433-2626. This year’s theme will be “Beach Party.”
The cost is $10 per child. A BIG thanks to those who have already stepped
forward to volunteer! Thanks to Wilma for coordinating this event. An organizational meeting is scheduled for all volunteers on Monday, June 9, ’14 at 7pm at the church. Your willingness to serve will
make VBS a wonderful experience for all.
A Nursery Coordinator is needed— This individual would coordinate nursery coverage
during church services, work with the nursery
volunteers to keep the nursery supplies stocked, keep
the toys in good working order, organize cleaning of
the nursery room, etc. If you are interested, please
contact the church office. The nursery (located in
room #104) is for children ages birth through 3 years.
If you would like to be a nursery volunteer, the sign-
up sheet is in the lobby.
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Services of Worship
As of June 1, 2014, St. Paul’s UCC will begin having one service of worship on Sunday mornings at 9:30am. As always, we would like to see everyone join in fellowship together with God here at St. Paul’s UCC; everyone is always welcome. The services will incorporate a variety of music styles and worship elements. As was announced on April 24, ’14, Pastor George has resigned as pastor of St. Paul’s UCC, effective June 23, ’14. The following is a list of Supply Pastors that have been secured through July and August. This, of course, will change if an Interim Pastor is called before the end of August. Interim profiles are currently being reviewed. Further information will be relayed as it becomes available. PLEASE NOTE: Rev. Allen Fluent will be available for a question and answer period following the service of worship on Sunday, June 29, ’14.
Schedule of Supply Pastors: June 29, ’14.............................................. Rev. Allen Fluent
July 6, ’14 ................................................ Rev. Allen Ladage (NOTE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Rev. Leah Bilinsky is unable to be here on 7-6-14)
July 13, ’14 ................................................ Rev. Bill Schwab July 20, ’14 ................................................. Rev. Ed Wilson July 27, ’14 ..................................... Rev. Fred Brandenburg
Aug. 3, ’14 .............................................. Rev. Leah Bilinsky Aug. 10, ’14 ............................................... Rev. Bill Schwab Aug. 17, ’14 ..................................... Rev. Fred Brandenburg Aug. 24, ’14 ................................................. Rev. Ed Wilson Aug. 31, ’14 .................................................. Rev. Ed Wilson
The Women’s Guild purchased the new blinds for the Fellowship Hall and had them installed. Not only do they beautify the space, it is hoped that they will absorb sound as well. Thank you ladies!
Also, you are INVITED to join the Women’s Guild on an outing to Frisella’s Nursery in Defiance on Wednesday, June 4. We will have lunch at Cafe Angelina at the nursery. Meet at church at 11 am to carpool. Signup sheet is in the Lobby.
Jesus Loves Me
HELP IS NEEDED! Leaders and volunteers are needed
for CHILDREN’S CHURCH during worship this summer.
Curriculum has been prepared for ages pre-K thru 4th grade,
in room #105. To volunteer, please sign up in the lobby. If
you are able to coordinate the leadership, please contact
the office.
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150th
Anniversary Book… If you notice any items in our 150th Anniversary book that are incorrect, please email the corrections to Cathie Schoppenhorst at [email protected], or call her at 636-359-6175. She is making an index and a correction list.
Adult Social Connection—These monthly events break for
the summer; however, they will resume in September. Watch for details in future newsletters, bulletins, etc. See Karla Aholt or Diane Freese with questions or inquiries. Always remember the concerts in the park are held every 4th Friday of the month. Those who are available are welcome to gather together.
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A BIG thank you to all
who donated goodies for
the College Student Care
Packages and for your
notes of encouragement.
Sixteen boxes were mailed
and/or delivered. Many
thanks to Jennifer
Kazmaier for
coordinating the care
packages and the youth
ministry for assembling
them and covering the
cost of mailing.
The Adult Choir will continue to
sing throughout the summer. The choir is
always looking for more voices. Please
come join us in song. The choir sings every
THIRD Sunday. This month, the choir will
practice on Thursday, June 12th at 7pm.
Contact Debbie Garbs with inquiries.
Quilters—Quilting will continue year-round. All are welcome. Quilters meet on Mondays 10am-5pm and Thursdays 1-5pm. Come join us! Call Audrey Meyer with questions.
Sunday School Subs: Deb Kuchem, Jennifer Kazmaier, Temme Sides
Morning LIGHT Families
I have enjoyed being a part of the children's lives these past years. Each Sunday was the
highlight of my week. I have learned so much by teaching. My faith has grown stronger and my
personal relationship with Christ has also grown.
Throughout my life, I have tried to do what God wants me to do by the leading of the Holy
Spirit. I began teaching, not because I had prior teaching experience but because I felt the Lord
challenging me to do more. I am so glad that I acted upon those feelings and was a part of this
ministry. It has been my honor to serve with this ministry team.
I feel that my time here has come to an end. As of May 18th, 2014 I will no longer be a part of
the Christian Ed Committee and I will not be teaching at St. Paul's again next year. I do not know
where God is leading me but I am going to let the Holy Spirit guide me. God planned for each of
us to cross paths for a reason. I feel my life has been made better because I have known each of
you and the children that I have had the privilege to serve. I wish you all the blessings that God
has to be poured out upon you.
"Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans." Proverbs 16:3
Blessings,
Shannon
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Christian Education Committee is looking for members. Participation would involve working with
the pastor, Sunday school classes and teachers, nursery attendants, and
the general operation of the children’s and adult’s Christian Education classes and
events. It might also include working with confirmation classes as well. Anyone
interested should contact Amy Lange or Megan Zeh.
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A NOTE OF THANKS to Marilyn Erisman and Sally Ploof for keeping track and recording weekly attendance this past year.
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Newsletter Information & Articles All information to be included in the newsletter for the following month MUST be to
Susan Miesner (church office) by the 10th of the month so it can be forwarded to the
newsletter editor for typesetting and layout. Thank you.
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Please remember those who are not always able to worship with
us at St. Paul’s UCC. Remember them in prayer, with a visit, card,
or a phone call:
Jerome Bunge Billie Logan Ardath Pritchard 306 E. South St. P.O. Box 23 19689 Valley View Marthasville, MO 63357 Marthasville, MO 63357 Marthasville, MO 63357 (636) 433-2001 (636) 433-2386 (636) 932-4075 Vera Freese Orie McCarty Dee Schuster Cedarcrest 702 E. Main St. 700 E. Fifth St., Apt. #103 324 W. Fifth St. Marthasville, MO 63357 Washington, MO 63090 Washington, MO 63090 (636) 388-1054 Rev. Dale & Helene Krampe Vera Mittler Robert Schuster Homestead at Hickory View NGC Healthcare Cedarcrest 1481 Marbach Dr. 35 Sugar Maple Ln. 324 W. Fifth St. Washington, MO 63090 St. Charles, MO 63303 Washington, MO 63090
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Youth News
Life Application Study Bibles were passed out last Wednesday. The youth were extremely excited to
receive them. Many youth stayed an additional hour digging into scripture and commentaries provided
in the new bibles.
College Boxes- A big thank you to Jennifer Kazmaier and many of our youth who put college care
packages together. I ran into many parents of college kids who received them and they were so
appreciative. What a blessing for our college kids to know they are valued and thought about at such a
critical time.
Wednesdays-Youth continue to meet on Wednesdays and will continue throughout the summer. Don’t
forget, we have moved locations-We are now meeting at the Young Life building(203 Jefferson Street)
located on the corner of 2nd
and Jefferson Street. Time has not changed, still meeting 330-445PM.
Transportation provided from middle and high schools. We will begin the Gospel Journey Maui May 21,
2014.
Sights and Sounds Theatre featuring Jonah-Youth will be heading to Branson’s Sights and Sounds
theatre to see Jonah, June10-11th
. We leave at 9AM on Tuesday. Sign up in the Lobby or message
Karen Nye. Cost is $25
Youth Camp/Mission Trip- Please continue to pray for the youth attending YL Camp in Michigan
July 13-21st. Pray for safe travel and pray for God to open their hearts to develop a stronger relationship
with Him. Pray they will continue to share their faith with others who are lost and in need of a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ.
Just a reminder if you are looking for good family entertainment to watch with your youth or for them
to watch when they have friends over, the Youth Ministry has added 10 family friendly movies to our
library. These movies are available in the church library for check out. Please fill out and follow
guidelines on sign out sheet. Titles-Outlaw Trail, 16 Wishes, Radio Rebel, Believe in Me, Safe
Harbor, A Warriors Heart, Whitney Brown, Jumping for joy, Akeelah Bee, The Assignment. On
the back of each video it lists Life’s Growing Moments through Learning and Struggles.
Please remember to check the church website for calendar and event information.
Karen Nye
Congratulations Graduates! The following are our Spring 2014 graduates.
(NOTE: these are the graduates of whom we have been informed,
if you/yours is not listed please contact the church office.)
Washington High School
Scott Chisholm
Kyle Monzyk
Aaron Niemeyer
College Graduates
Matt Morgan - Westminster College, Fulton, MO
Ethan Collier – Mizzou, Columbia, MO
Mackenzie Nye - Central Missouri State, Warrensburg, MO
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JUNE BIRTHDAYS
1st: Tony Rohe 15th: Jenny Buhr Jason Collier Hannah Struckhoff Marie Spires 17th: Karen Nye 2nd: Cathie Schoppenhorst 18th: Brad Kazmaier Jamie Borgmann 19th: Gay Eskew 3rd: Karla Aholt 20th: Brian Juntti 4th: Ruth Dryer 21st: Kay Buhr Candace Warner Kailey Clanton Carol Graham Josie Buhr Ardath Pritchard 22nd: Bernice Hinnah 5th: Robert Schoppenhorst 23rd: Cheyenne Murrell 6th: Ken Painter 25th: John Buhr 7th: Seth Bollmann 26th: Carrie Deeker 8th: Janet Howard Debbie Briggs Eli Scholz 27th: Justin Schacklette Kersten Mayer David Howard 9th: George Dohm 28th: Pat Schacklette Joel Shaffer 29th: Robert Aholt Ella Ruether Audrey Meyer 12th: Glenda Eichmeyer Jacob DeVore Brandon Roloff Alisha Skaggs 13th: Avery Eichmeyer 30th: Diane (Ron) Freese 14th: Julia McDonald Eli Briggs Lynette Woolley Michael Boehlein Jason Sides
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES ANNIVERSARIES OF BAPTISM 2nd: Julie & Eli McDonald 15th: Madison Ridder 7th: Jason & Temme Sides 22nd: Dayton Griesheimer 8th: Darrell & Linda Hasenjaeger 26th: Seamus Zeh Don & Barbara Buescher 1oth: Herb & Elise Homeyer 12th: Jim & Terri Ogle Tim & Nancy Harster Nick & Kendall Lange 13th: Randy & Chris Wilson 14th: John & Marie Spires—1961 16th: Michael & Erin Freese 17th: Ken & Virginia Painter—1961 18th: Don & Karen Sida—1960 24th: Brad & Jennifer Kazmaier 25th: Dale & Helene Krampe—1953
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PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER Please pray for: Dee Schuster-having surgery to remove kidney stones at Mercy St. Louis on June 17;
Family of Agnes Ridder- passed away 5/9/14; Parker Nye-recovering from concussion; Kaylnn (Bill
Webb’s granddaughter) – recovering from neck surgery, broken discs; Marilyn Varner-kidney stones;
Allen Mueller – home, recovering from quadruple bypass surgery; Gail DeVore Morris-failing health;
