The Epworth Tower Epworth United Methodist Church | 4855 W. Central Ave. | Toledo, OH 43615 Church Phone: 419.531.4236 | Church Fax: 419.531.7487 Website: www.epworth.com | E-mail: [email protected]September 3, 2014 NEW MEMBER SEMINAR PLANNED A New Member Seminar is scheduled for Sunday, September 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. You’ll gain an overview of the United Methodist Church and get a chance to meet other new members and our pastoral and program staff. After completing this seminar and the three-session Spiritual Gifts classes (see the article below for additional information and dates), you will be received into church membership on Sunday, October 19. To register, sign up on the Opportunities Page or e-mail Marla at [email protected] by Wednesday, September 17. WHY SHOULD YOU KNOW YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS? “The purpose of life is to discover your gift. The meaning of life is to give your gift away.” from the book How Many People Does It Take to Make a Difference? by Dan Zadra. You are encouraged to join the many Epworth folks and all of our new members in discovering how God has gifted you and how God wants you to use those gifts. The Spiritual Gifts Class is a personal opportunity to do something for you, to learn something about yourself, and to discover fresh enthusiasm for serving the Lord. FALL PARENTING CLASSES 10 BUILDING BLOCKS FOR A SOLID FAMILY Beginning September 11 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for 10 weeks in Room 214 What does a solid family look like? Jeff and Mary Roesti will lead this class covering the essential ingredients for creating a healthy home filled with joy, peace, and love for God and each other. The cost of books is $14.99 or $9.99 for the Kindle download. THE CONSCIOUS PARENT Beginning October 7 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for 4 weeks in Room 213 Do you find yourself asking, “How do I ‘fix’ my child’s behavior?” or “How can I make them understand…?” Many of us focus on positive or negative reinforcements. What if there was another approach? One that challenges the parent’s role as the powerful one, the dominate one, the one with the control. Dr. Shefali Tsabary offers such an approach in The Conscious Parent. Join us Tuesdays, beginning October 7 for 4 weeks from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in Room 213 as we dig deeper. You will find our children should not merely be the receiver of our “psychological and spiritual legacy,” but the parent’s greatest teacher in our own development. Sound intriguing? It is! This class has no cost and will be led by Julie Paulenich. Scripture is the primary source of spiritual truth. Epworth’s education programs are designed to teach the vital importance of Scripture to our children, youth, and adults and to lead them in their Christian walk. We want our programs to contribute to a strong, joyful journey of faith for all, and we are committed to sharing the Good News of God’s love through Jesus Christ. Through regular study of the Bible and appropriate supporting resources, we hope to provide opportunities for people of all ages and stages of life to discover and develop unique God-given gifts and personal spiritual accountability. We welcome everyone to take part in our educational programs. Our teachers, youth advisors, children’s worship leaders, and ministers, with the strong support of our Christian Education staff and Education Work Area, are dedicated to providing a teaching ministry that will help each person who comes through our doors to grow in a life of faith and service. See pages 8 and 12 for additional fall classes and bible studies being offered.
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Epworth TowerEpworth United Methodist Church | 4855 W. Central Ave. | Toledo, OH 43615Church Phone: 419.531.4236 | Church Fax: 419.531.7487Website: www.epworth.com | E-mail: [email protected]
September 3, 2014
NEW MEMBER SEMINAR PLANNEDA New Member Seminar is scheduled for Sunday, September 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. You’ll gain an overview of the United Methodist Church and get a chance to meet other new members and our pastoral and program staff.
After completing this seminar and the three-session Spiritual Gifts classes (see the article below for additional information and dates), you will be received into church membership on Sunday, October 19. To register, sign up on the Opportunities Page or e-mail Marla at [email protected] by Wednesday, September 17.
WHY SHOULD YOU KNOW YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS?“The purpose of life is to discover your gift. The meaning of life is to give your gift away.” from the book How Many People Does It Take to Make a Difference? by Dan Zadra.
You are encouraged to join the many Epworth folks and all of our new members in discovering how God has gifted you and how God wants you to use those gifts. The Spiritual Gifts Class is a personal opportunity to do something for you, to learn something about yourself, and to discover fresh enthusiasm for serving the Lord.
FALL PARENTING CLASSES10 BUILDING BLOCKS FOR A SOLID FAMILYBeginning September 11 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for 10 weeks in Room 214What does a solid family look like? Jeff and Mary Roesti will lead this class covering the essential ingredients for creating a healthy home filled with joy, peace, and love for God and each other. The cost of books is $14.99 or $9.99 for the Kindle download.
THE CONSCIOUS PARENTBeginning October 7 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for 4 weeks in Room 213Do you find yourself asking, “How do I ‘fix’ my child’s behavior?” or “How can I make them understand…?” Many of us focus on positive or negative reinforcements. What if there was another approach? One that challenges the parent’s role as the powerful one, the dominate one, the one with the control. Dr. Shefali Tsabary offers such an approach in The Conscious Parent.
Join us Tuesdays, beginning October 7 for 4 weeks from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in Room 213 as we dig deeper. You will find our children should not merely be the receiver of our “psychological and spiritual legacy,” but the parent’s greatest teacher in our own development. Sound intriguing? It is! This class has no cost and will be led by Julie Paulenich.
Scripture is the primary source of spiritual truth. Epworth’s education programs are designed to teach the vital importance of Scripture to our children, youth, and adults and to lead them in their Christian walk. We want our programs to contribute to a strong, joyful journey of faith for all, and we are committed to sharing the Good News of God’s love through Jesus Christ.
Through regular study of the Bible and appropriate supporting resources, we hope to provide opportunities for people of all ages and stages of life to discover and develop unique God-given gifts and personal spiritual accountability.
We welcome everyone to take part in our educational programs. Our teachers, youth advisors, children’s worship leaders, and ministers, with the strong support of our Christian Education staff and Education Work Area, are dedicated to providing a teaching ministry that will help each person who comes through our doors to grow in a life of faith and service.
See pages 8 and 12 for additional fall classes and bible studies being offered.
6-7 HEALTH MINISTRIES + Fall Fitness Classes Expanded + Caring for the Caregiver Returns + CPR/AED Class Scheduled + Fall Blood Drive + Wonderful Wednesday 2014 + New Facilitator for Low Vision Group
8-9 SAVE-THE-DATES + Financial Peace University + Fall 2014 Emmaus & Chrysalis Events + Future Care Classes + Trunk-or-Treat & BBQ + Calling All Artists + Kairos Prison Ministry + Arts & Crafts Bazaar
10-11 GET INVOLVED + Friends in Faith Bunco/Book Club + Adult Singles + Music Ministry
12 BIBLE STUDIES + Tuesday Morning Bible Study + Men’s Bible Study + Listen: Praying in a Noisy World + Fourth Grade Bibles & Bible Mania
13 EDUCATION + Sunday Morning Education
14-15 LOOKING AHEAD + Healing and Wholeness Services 2014 + The Epworth Artist Series + Dates and Schedule + Fall Family Fun!
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Items Needed: New or gently used bath towel sets.
2014 STATISTICS AUG YTDPieces of Furniture Gifted 137 789
Families Served 11 98
Adults 15 125
Children 14 165
FURNITURE MINISTRYPICKUP DATES
September 6, 13, 20, 27
ARRANGE A DONATION PICKUPCall 567.694.3710 or e-mail
VOLUNTEERSign up on the Opportunities Pageor e-mail [email protected].
COFFEE MEETINGS WITH PASTOR DOUG DAMRONOur Staff Parish Relations Committee will be facilitating a series of coffee meetings in the Lounge, or church member’s home, to allow the congregation to meet with and get to know Pastor Doug and for him to get to know our congregation continuing through the end of October.
We encourage all members to attend one of these meetings. Sign up in the Narthex on Sundays or e-mail Marla ([email protected]) in the church office. If you would like to host a meeting in your home, or if you need childcare, please indicate that at the time of sign up.
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WEEKLY E-NEWSLETTER OR OBITUARY NOTIFICATIONSTo sign up for the electronic weekly and monthly newsletters, e-mail Caryn at [email protected] with “Electronic Newsletter” in the subject line.
If you’d like to be informed about obituary notifications, please e-mail with “Obituary Notifications” in the subject line.
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES CALENDARHard copies are available at the kiosk in the Narthex and in the Church office. The electronic version is available at www.epworth.com.
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October Tower Deadline: September 22E-mail articles to [email protected]
SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES8:30 BLENDEDA mix of traditional and contemporary styles, with Holy Communion served every week. Also available during this hour: Nursery, Toddler, and Preschool Childcare and Adult Sunday School.
9:45 TRADITIONALSteeped in the warm-hearted Methodist tradition featuring choral and organ music. Also available during this hour: Nursery, Toddler, and Preschool Childcare and Sunday School Classes for K-6, Jr. and Sr. High, and Adults.
11:00 CONTEMPORARYFast-paced and using visuals to illustrate the Bible-based sermons, this service features our praise band, Hearts Afire. Also available during this hour: Nursery, Toddler, and Preschool Childcare and W.O.W. (Worship Our Way - a children’s worship experience) for K-6.
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSESPreschool, Elementary, and Adult classes at 9:45 and 11:00 AM
Youth classes at 9:45 AM, 6:00 and 7:30 PM
Nursery and toddler care during all services.
MISSIONTo make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
VISIONOur Vision is that 10 years from now, Epworth United Methodist Church will:
• Be consistently focused on significantly reaching, connecting, and discipling people in the greater Toledo area who do not have a church home.
• Be one of the most effective churches in the Greater Toledo area in this ministry with a focus on younger adults, youth, and children.
• Be continuing a significant ministry of discipling middle aged and older adults, as well.
• Have over half of the worshipping congregation under 45 years of age.
Epworth offers ongoing parenting classes and family activities. We have an awareness and support for people with special needs and their families.
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Congratulations RECENT BIRTHS.............................................................................• RANDY AND DEBBIE KELLER on the birth of their granddaughter, Adelyn Rae Finch, born Friday, July 18 to MacCrea
and Lindsay Finch.
• TOM AND MARY ALICE SHIRK on the birth of their granddaughter, Cora Alice Noffsinger, born Friday, July 18 to Chance Noffsinger and Aimee Shirk.
• TOM AND KAY HEINRICHS on the birth of their granddaughter, Reagan Larae Koffler, born Monday, August 11 to Phil and Breana Koffler.
Sympathies RECENT DEATHS.........................................................................................• RANDY AND DEBBIE KELLER on the passing of Randy’s mother, Patricia Keller, on Thursday, August 14.
• LLOYD AND MARJORY WILKIN on the passing of Marjory’s father, Ralph Petrarca, on Sunday, August 3.
• GLORIA HEACOCK, CHARLIE AND KATHRYN GYORI, AND GRACE POTTS on the passing of Karen Heacock Gyori, on Thursday, August 21.
BLESSINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
THANKS! !THANK YOU TO OUR WONDERFULEPWORTH FAMILYWe have been simply overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, care and concern, food, prayers, transportation, and many more beautiful cards and kind notes that we received in the loss of our son, Jeff. Thank you seems woefully inadequate, but we do thank you from the bottom of our hearts. The peace plant is lovely and greatly appreciated.GOD BLESS YOU ALL, BOB AND MARILYN HOUSH
DEAR EPWORTH FRIENDS,Bernie has been in the Alzheimer’s Care Unit at Kingston of Sylvania for 5 months now. As I sit by her side each day, I begin to reflect upon “the long goodbye.” I think about how difficult the journey can be. But, then I think how much easier the journey has been because of the care, love, and prayers of some wonderful friends. The “Baker Buddies” and the “Wonderful Wednesdays” group have left an indelible print in my memory. You know who you are, and I
am so grateful for your generous gift of time, which lasted over several years. I am also grateful for so many others who wished us well as we continued our journey. I don’t know where we would have been without this wonderful place called Epworth.THANK YOU, DICK BAKER
THANK YOU!A special thank you to all of our Epworth friends remembering us with prayers, well wishes, cards, food, and visits during Len’s recent hospitalization. We appreciate your continued support and prayers as we start our next journey of treatment.LEN AND CORRENE HOFER
SUPER TURNOUT FOR THE S4 BLOODDRIVE THIS YEAR!Thank you for sharing your time, your generous spirits, and most of all, your blood with the American Red Cross at their blood drive during the Six Super Saturdays of Service. Summer pushes the blood supply levels to critical, and the need was urgent on Saturday, August 30, but so many
Got Thanks?If you’d like to send a thank you to be printed in the next issue of the Tower, send an e-mail to [email protected] along with your thank you note.
people stepped up that we were 125% of goal! This is the first time Epworth has hosted a blood drive on a Saturday and every donor slot was booked, PLUS there were 20 Epworth members volunteering to check in donors, meet their needs, and assist the Red Cross. BETH IRWIN, DIRECTOR OF HEALTH MINISTRIES
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Epworth Health MinistriesFALL FITNESS OFFERINGS EXPANDED
Get fit, stay fit, and make sure your jeans fit! No matter what your fitness level, there’s a class for you this fall at Epworth. All of our Fall Fitness classes take place in the Family Life Center. For more information, call 419.531.4236, go to www.epworth.com, or contact the instructors.
HEALTH MINISTRIES
BODY RECALL PLUSMonday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 4:00 p.m.
beginning September 8Body Recall Plus is an enhanced version of the original Body Recall program. Work your entire body, focusing on strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Many exercises are done sitting in a chair or standing behind one. For those new to exercise or needing to ease back into it, Body Recall Plus may be the right fit for you. The cost of the class is $60 for 10 weeks, 3 times per week. That’s just $2 per class! Instructor Pam Christensen has led this class for 14 years and will be glad to answer any of your questions. Call Pam at (personal information removed) for more details.
BODY DESIGNMonday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:00 a.m.
beginning September 8Certified Personal Trainer Bunny Ashby has taught fitness at the University of Toledo for more than 30 years, and she is happy to share her calling at Epworth with her Body Design class. Body Design is a full body workout, using traditional exercises infused with flavors of Pilates and Yoga. It offers a challenge that you take at your own pace. Exercises are done standing and on the floor. Bringing a mat is recommended. Come as your schedule permits and build your strength and flexibility. Cost is $4 per class.
NEW THIS FALL – ZUMBA!Wednesdays at 5:15 p.m.beginning September 10
Get your heart pumping with high-energy music, burn calories, and have a great time in this moderate-intensity aerobic dance class! Certified Zumba instructor, Claire Coder, leads this class. It’s fitness with a twist…and some mambo, salsa, and cha-cha. Classes begin September 10 and continue through November 19, resuming again in the new year. Donation per class is $3. If you have questions, contact Claire at (personal information removed).
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NEW FACILITATOR FOR LOW VISION/MACULAR DEGENERATION SUPPORT GROUPLongtime Epworth member Bob Fox is the new facilitator for the Low Vision/Macular Degeneration Support Group. The next meeting will be Monday, October 13 at 2:00 p.m. in the Lounge off of the narthex.
The Low Vision Support Group is open not only to those with Macular Degeneration, but to anyone who is experiencing loss of vision due to cataracts, glaucoma, eye injury, and more.
This support group is open to the community, so if you know of someone who could benefit from the camaraderie of the group and the advice and insight of the guest speakers, please contact Beth Irwin, Director of Health Ministries, at 419.531.4236 or [email protected]. Transportation can be arranged for those who need it.
HEALTH MINISTRIES
CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER RETURNS TO EPWORTHDid you know that 50% of family caregivers are, on average, women about 49 years old? They are caring for aging parents or other loved ones, often while still trying to work and raise a family. Stress can affect the caregiver’s immune system and can cause premature aging. Caregivers need to remain healthy and have a plan for coping with changes.
For anyone attending to the needs of a loved one – a parent, spouse, sibling, or child – consider attending Caring for the Caregiver: Finding the Blessings, a 3-session workshop sponsored by Hospice of Northwest Ohio and the Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio.
Caring for the Caregiver takes place Wednesdays, September 10, 17, and 24 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in Room 213 at Epworth. The series is free and open of the public, but registration is required. Contact Nancy in the church office at 419.531.4236 or [email protected].
CPR/AED CLASS SCHEDULED FOR EARLY OCTOBEREpworth is once again partnering with Safety Plus LLC to offer a one-night, three-hour class in CPR and AED certification. If your certification has or is about to expire, or if you need to be CPR-certified for work, sign up for our class on Tuesday, October 7 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The basic coursework covers CPR for adult and child and use of the AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) located in the Narthex. The cost of the basic class is $45. Certification in infant CPR is an additional $5. If you’re one of Epworth’s youth leaders, teachers, or ushers, if you’re a sitter or lifeguard, or if your job requires CPR certification, this class is for you.
Class size is limited, so contact Beth Irwin, Director of Health Ministries, at 419.531.4236 or [email protected] to sign up.
Wonderful Wednesday LUNCHEONS 2014
The popular Wonderful Wednesday luncheon and speaker series returns to Epworth this fall. Chef Les prepares delicious meals, and the afternoon speakers share their stories and gifts. The cost of the Wonderful Wednesday luncheon is just $7 per person. RSVP to Nancy in the church office at 419.531.4236 or [email protected]. The reservation deadlines for each luncheon are listed below.
OCTOBER 1: Associate Pastor, Keith Luke, and his wife, Sheri, will share photos and stories from their recent mission trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Come and learn about the United Methodist Church’s strategic and inspirational partnership in Africa. Make your reservations with Nancy by Monday, September 29.
NOVEMBER 5: At our annual Thanksgiving luncheon, Epworth member and BGSU Distinguished Teaching Professor, Ed Danziger, will share his story, “Walking on the Wild Side: Hiking from Georgia to Maine on the Appalachian Trail”. Ed will describe the wild beauty of God’s creation and the challenges of hiking the 2,167 mile trail. RSVP to Nancy by Monday, November 3.
DECEMBER 3: Enjoy music and food of the Christmas season at our December event. Music is to be determined. RSVP to Nancy by Monday, December 1.
Also, mark your calendar for the 2015 Spring Wonderful Wednesday Series: March 4, April 1, and May 6. Details for the spring series will be announced in December. We welcome your friends and family at Wonderful Wednesday.
AMERICAN RED CROSS FALL BLOOD DRIVE
The next American Red Cross blood drive is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. If you gave on or before Thursday, September 4, you can donate on Wednesday, October 29.
Our fall blood drive will be the Sharon Thomas Memorial Blood Drive for the American Red Cross. Sharon passed away unexpectedly in July. She attended Epworth and served on the Health Ministries Committee. When the time came to donate or volunteer for the drives, Sharon was always one of the first to sign up. The Health Ministries Committee wants to honor Sharon’s memory and servant’s heart with this memorial drive in October.
Registration information will be available soon.
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SAVE-THE-DATES
FUTURE CARE CLASSESFacing end of life for someone you love can be eased by knowing what to expect and by knowing what questions to ask. Medical, legal, and spiritual professionals will guide this interactive approach to learning, based on research in each field. Practical aspects will include guided completion of essential forms at the last session plus handouts for additional guidance.
Though each class will be a discrete unit, regular participants will gain a sense of preparedness for what is to come to all mortals - the loss of someone dear to us - perhaps even one’s self.
OCTOBER 1 Maintaining Independence and Choices Advanced Directives Debbie Keller, LSW
OCTOBER 8 Medical Considerations Katheryn Smolen, M.D. Hospice/Palliative Medicine Certified
OCTOBER 15 Grieving As We Age: Seasons of Hope Barbara Kopp Miller, PhD
OCTOBER 22 What Happens to Your “Stuff” When You Can’t Decide Anymore? Tom Christensen, JD, LLM
OCTOBER 29 Conversations Before the Crisis, Rites of the Church, and Funeral Planning Pastor Doug Damron and Walker Funeral Home
NOVEMBER 5 Completing Essential Documents A notary, witnesses, and trained guides will be available to help you complete the forms we all need to have in place. Pastor Keith Luke, Debbie Keller, LSW, and Tom Christensen, JD, LLM
All classes begin at 7:00 p.m. For additional details, see the postcards in the Narthex.
We all need a plan for our money. Financial Peace University (FPU) is that plan! It teaches God’s ways of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions, and interactive small group activities, FPU presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you’ve dreamed you could be.
Beginning Tuesday, September 23 at 6:30 p.m. and continuing for 9 weeks, this plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much more! Led by Pastor Keith, classes will last about 1 ½ hours, and the cost of a membership is $99. There is no charge to attend if you already have a membership kit. Membership kits must be paid for by Tuesday, September 9.
FALL 2014 EMMAUS AND CHRYSALIS EVENTSPrayerfully consider who you can sponsor for the Men’s and Women’s
Walks and the Chrysalis Flights this fall.
SEPTEMBER 27 at 6:00 p.m. Emmaus Gathering at Delta UMC
OCTOBER 9-12 Men’s Emmaus Walk #68 at Wesley UMC in Bryan
OCTOBER 16-19 Women’s Emmaus Walk #82 at Wesley UMC in Bryan
OCTOBER 25 at 6:00 p.m. Reunion/Gathering at Epworth UMC in Toledo
NOVEMBER 7-9 Girls’ Chrysalis Flight #32 at Maumee UMC
NOVEMBER 21-23 Boys’ Chrysalis Flight #31 at Maumee UMC
DECEMBER 6 Holiday Gathering at Delta UMC
If you’d like more information about Emmaus or Chrysalis, OR if you have participated in a flight or a walk and might need to update your e-mail address, please contact Beth Irwin at [email protected]. We use your e-mail address to send reminders of upcoming walks and flights and to notify the Epworth Emmaus community of the need for items or volunteers.
You may sign up for any of the fall classes or bible studies by calling the Education office or by e-mailing Ruth Ann at [email protected].
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SAVE-THE-DATES
CALLING ALL ARTISTSAre you an aspiring or accomplished Artist? How would you like to see your artwork on the front of this year’s Epworth Christmas Card? Epworth members are encouraged to submit original artwork to be considered for the front of the Epworth Christmas card by Monday, October 27. Please use festive holiday colors on a 6” X 9” paper (vertical or horizontal). Entries may be turned in to Nancy in the church office in person or by e-mail at [email protected]. Questions? Contact Laura Ingersoll (personal information removed).
Annual Epworth Arts & Crafts Bazaar November 1It is not too early to put UMW's Arts & Crafts Bazaar on your calendar and to begin thinking about how you might contribute. No matter what your talents, there is a need that YOU can fill! Volunteers are needed to assist in various areas the day of the event and for set-up and tear down before and after (gentlemen, this is geared to you!). We need donations for our silent auction, baked goods for the panty, and for you to purchase a ticket for a delicious hot lunch prepared by Chef Les.
Over 50 vendors are committed to the event and look forward to a successful day (we need buyers too!). Watch the Tower for detailed information on contacts for volunteering, donations, and luncheon tickets. In the meantime, think about how you might assist the United Methodist Women in raising funds for local organizations' missions at this year's event. As in the past, 100% of the proceeds from the Bazaar go to support local missions. Questions? Contact Kathy Webb (personal information removed) or Karen Fraker (personal information removed).
It’s that time of year again…Kairos Prison Ministry needs your help!!TOCI Kairos #23 is being held from September 25-28, and we have a record 6 Epworth men answering God’s call to serve on this team.
How can the Epworth congregation be Christ’s servants?• PRAYER…First and foremost, please pray for the team and
“Inside Brothers”. You can sign up on our online prayer vigil at www.3dayol.org.
• COOKIES…Homemade cookies are used as a form of agape love among the “Inside Brothers”. There are S4 opportunities to help bake cookies, or you can donate the frozen “break & bake”.
• LOVE LETTERS FROM GOD…Be willing to write 36 individual messages of love and hope from God.
• GREEN AGAPE…Last, but surely not least, your financial support is greatly needed. The average cost of a Kairos weekend is $6000 for food, supplies, and equipment.
Please consider these ways of being Christ’s hands and feet to those inside TOCI. For more information or questions, please contact your Epworth Kairos Liaison, Kurt Vetter, at (personal information removed), or visit us in the Narthex over the next couple Sundays.
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FRIENDS IN FAITH SUNDAY SCHOOLJoin us for Sunday School in Room 213. We meet every Sunday morning in Room 213 at 9:45. Check the Sunday Morning Education Section for information about our current study. New members or visitors are welcome at any time.
BUNCOOnce every month the Friends in Faith women gather at one of our homes for an evening of fellowship, food and Bunco. The hostess of the month provides the main course and everyone else is asked to bring a side dish, appetizer or dessert to share. We start at 6:30 p.m. The next opportunities to join us are:
• WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 at Martha Kreuz’s house (personal information removed). RSVP to Martha at (personal information removed).
• TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21 at Karen Knight’s house (personal information removed). RSVP to Karen at (personal information removed).
• TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 at Lin Bingham’s house (personal information removed). RSVP to Lin at (personal information removed).
• TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10 at Karen Wykoff’s house (personal information removed). RSVP to Karen at (personal information removed).
Please bring a donation of a hygiene product (lotion, soap, shampoo, conditioner, etc.) or socks, scarves, gloves, aspirin, etc. for S.T.A.R.S. These items will be used to help support young girls and families who have been affected by human trafficking.
BOOK CLUBEveryone is welcome to join us for the Book Club. We serve up lively discussion and dessert with every meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m! The next opportunities to join us are:
• TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 - We will discuss So Much to Live For: A Memoir of Love, Loss and Living On by Epworth’s own Jennifer Church and will meet in the Epworth Lounge. Jennifer will be present at our discussion to give us even more insights to her work. RSVP to Ronnie Gorsuch at (personal information removed).
Jennifer will also be the featured speaker at the Healing and Wholeness Service on Tuesday, September 9, in Epworth’s Webb Chapel at 7:00 p.m. Invite a friend, and join us for what is sure to be an inspiring presentation.
• TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28 - We will discuss The Husband’s Secret by Liane Moriarty and will meet at Linda Coon’s house (personal information removed). RSVP to Linda at (personal information removed).
At the SEPTEMBER meeting, we will vote for one of the following books to be the selection for our November 25th discussion:
• Dark Places by Gillian Flynn
• I’m Having So Much Fun Here Without You by Courtney Maum
• Outlander by Diana Gabaldon
Do your research, read the reviews, and come prepared to vote for your preference!
Don’t forget - starting in OCTOBER, our meeting date will consistently be the 4th Tuesday of the month. You can now put a recurring event on your calendars so you will never miss a book club discussion!
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LUNCH BUNCH meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 12:00 noon at the designated restaurant for that month. SEPTEMBER 9th’s location is Rosie’s Italian Grille (606 N. McCord Road, Toledo). RSVP to Sue Hartman (personal information removed) or sign up on the Opportunities Page.
FRIDAY MONTHLY MEETINGS meet the 3rd Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. SEPTEMBER 19th’s location will be at Bob Brown’s house (personal information removed).
Please bring a salad, appetizer, or dessert to share. The program is game night. For those that don’t want to play games, we will have a discussion on a TBA topic as an option. RSVP to Linda at (personal information removed).
We are still collecting items for the Furniture Ministry Blessings Department (pots and pans, small appliances, kitchen utensils, and bath and bed linens are all needed).
LOOKING AHEAD - MONTHLY MEETINGS• OCTOBER 17 - hosted by Nancy Hauer; program
by Patty Murray
• NOVEMBER 21 - hosted by Judith Wilkinson; program will be Game Night
• DECEMBER 19 - hosted by Nancy Hauer; program by Beth Irwin
Be thinking of 2015: Do you want to host? Present a program? Have an idea for a theme or program you would like to suggest? Let Linda Coon know (personal information removed)- this is YOUR group!
Adult singles ages 30+ are invited to participate. You do not have to be a member of Epworth to join in the Christian Fellowship, meet new friends, and enrich your Christian journey while helping those in need through our outreach projects.
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As we begin another fall at Epworth, we hope you will consider using your gifts in the Music Ministry. We have many places for you to serve.
If you have any questions or want to talk about how you might be a part of the music program, please feel free to contact Cecil Baughman, Director of Music, at [email protected] or Kyle Folger, Contemporary Worship Leader, at [email protected]. Both may also be reached at 419.531.4236.
The different groups and meeting times are listed below:
CHANCEL CHOIRThursdays starting September 4 at 7:30 p.m.
College age and up
WESLEYAN RINGERSThursdays starting September 4 at 6:15 p.m.
College age and up
PRAISE TEAM “HEARTS AFIRE”Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. (all year)
Singers and instrumentalists
WESLEYMEN2nd/4th Tuesdays starting September 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Men, college age and up
TOWER RINGERSSundays starting September 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Junior and Senior high youth
CHILDREN’S CHOIRWednesdays starting September 24 at 5:15 p.m.
4 year olds - 6th graders
JOY RINGERSWednesdays starting September 24 at 6:15 p.m.
4th - 6th graders
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BIBLE STUDIES
LOOKING FOR A DAYTIME BIBLE STUDY &DISCUSSION GROUP?
Starting Tuesday, September 16 from 9:15 to 11:00 a.m., a weekly Bible Study/Discussion class focused on growing one’s faith and living it will begin. DVD/book studies from a variety of sources will be used to deepen understanding, expand awareness, and stimulate discussion.
You’ll meet new friends - and maybe old - with openness, acceptance, and laughter. Come share in the faith journey. Since life is always in flux, fluctuating attendance is understood. You are always welcome to jump in when your calendar permits.
DO YOU KNOW HIM?Men’s Bible Study will meet Wednesdays beginning September 17 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. for 6 weeks in Room 213.
Whether you’re exploring the life of Jesus for the first time or ready to take your faith to a deeper level, with this study you will spend time getting to know Jesus and His teachings about baptism, temptation, suffering, death, resurrection, and your ministry.
This video-based men’s Bible study includes in-group discussions of six videos featuring clips from the Son of God movie and commentary from Pastor Rick Warren (well-known author of The Purpose Driven Life) and at-home quiet time for prayer and scripture reading.
The only cost is $10 for the study guide. Register by contacting Ruth Ann at [email protected] or 419.531.4236. For questions, contact (personal information removed).
LISTEN: PRAYING IN A NOISY WORLDOn Thursdays, beginning October 2 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. for 6 weeks, we will discuss Bishop Rueben Job’s willingness to make a place for us where learning to listen through prayer is safe, inviting, encouraging, and supported. He assures us that learning to listen to God through prayer is a life-long experience that begins and ends with God. Psalms 33:6-9
This is a journey of prayer and study using a video and study guide, led by Tami Norris and Penny McCartney. The cost of guide is $14.99 or $9.99 for the Kindle download.
FOURTH GRADE BIBLES &
Bible ManiaOn Sunday, September 21, fourth graders will receive Bibles at the beginning of our 9:45 service. Then they will leave with their parents to attend their milestone, Bible Mania in the Family Life Center where they will learn more about their Bible and what it can say to them through games, crafts, and wacky activities.
Plan now to attend this special milestone in the faith journey of your child. Call the Education office so we can send you a letter if you did not already receive one. We want to be sure every child receives a Bible who would like one.
If you would like to be a part of this event as a helper to Epworth’s children, please call the Education office. All we ask is that you come on Sunday, September 21 from 10:00-10:50 a.m. to assist children and their parents with activities that morning.
You may sign up for any of the fall classes or bible studies listed on the cover or on pages 8 and 12 by calling the Education office or by e-mailing Ruth Ann at [email protected]. Don’t let the cost of the workbook keep you from taking a class. We have scholarship money.
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EDUCATION
NURSERY & TODDLER• Childcare is available at 8:30, 9:45, and 11:00 in the nursery
• Sing-n-Worship at 8:30, 9:45, and 11:00 in Room 101 - We have moved across the hall to a larger room. Now we have plenty of space to learn and play and grow. Our toddlers learn from lessons geared to two year olds, which let them know how much we love them and how much God loves them.
PRE-SCHOOL• Play-N-Worship at 9:45 in Rooms 112 & 114 - Preschool children ages 3-5 (not yet in kindergarten) are invited to
join us. Each month the children will explore a new Bible Point through stories, songs, and play. The children will also memorize a Bible verse, learn an action prayer, and collect a Pennies for Jesus offering to buy children’s Bibles to send with our mission teams.
ELEMENTARY• Children, Grades K-5 at 9:45 in Room 205, “The Oasis” - For the month of September, we will BLAST OFF for fall as
we launch kids on a mission of God’s love. We will welcome our new kindergarten kids to the Kingdom on September 14 and begin a year of great times in the Kingdom.
• Sixth Grade S.L.A.M. at 9:45 - This summer, we will be meeting with Junior High in Room 003.
• Children, Grades K-3 at 11:00 WOW (Worship Our Way) in Room 205 - Children will go to “The Oasis” directly following the Pastor’s Children’s Moment. Each week the children will learn about God’s love through age-appropriate lessons packed with hands-on learning through praise, worship, and prayer.
• Children, Grade 4 and up at 11:00 (“B’Tween Me & God”) in Room 205, “The Oasis” - We invite kids grade 4 and up to join us in the sanctuary and worship. Sit together with a group of friends or join your family. Ask an usher for the special green “B’Tween Me & God” bulletin inserts created just for you each week. These sheets are filled with questions and insights to help engage you in worship. Remember, there are no right or wrong answers, and you don’t even need to turn these in to anyone at the end of the day because worship is B’Tween you and God!
YOUTH• Youth Donuts and the Bible at 9:45 - Junior High in Room 003; Senior High in Room 215.
ADULT• Adult Bible Study at 9:45 in Room 214 - Join us as we begin our study of Ephesians, facilitated by Wes Johnson. In this
six-week study, the DVD narrator uses humor to explain how we are adopted, accepted, empowered, and transformed from the inside out. Feel free to jump into the class discussion as we sort out the practical application of God’s plan and principles in our lives. Sip some coffee and enjoy lively conversation. Bring a friend!
• Friends in Faith at 9:45 in Room 213 - Join us for our study Not a Fan by Kyle Idleman. This is a DVD series of six 30-minute lessons of cinematic story telling. This one-of-a-kind small group study examines what it means to deny oneself and truly follow Jesus.
• Coffee and Conversation at 9:45 in Room 020 - Please join us as we discuss Faithlinks, which is how to apply our United Methodist beliefs to current faith issues and world events. Each week we will discuss a different topic.
• Bible Study at 9:45 in the Library (lower level by Central Avenue door) - We are studying Kyle Idleman’s riveting new book, Gods at War. Please join us as we learn how seekers, non-Christians, and life-long Christians alike will all be moved to grow their relationship with Christ.
• Sermon Notes at 11:00 in Room 214 - Through the summer, the class will share thoughts and discussions relating to the morning sermon. We use the scripture and pastoral message as the basis of the discussion and build in personal experiences in helping each other grow in our faith. We would like to invite those of you looking for spiritual enrichment and fellowship to stop in and give us a try. In the fall, we will start a study on the “Sermon on the Mount” (Beatitudes) and invite those interested to mark your calendars as a reminder to join us. Facilitator: Tony FaberEp
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HEALING AND WHOLENESS SERVICEFor those who are hurting – spiritually, physically, or emotionally – or anyone who needs a place of quiet inspiration to refocus on God, you are invited to the monthly Service of Healing and Wholeness in the Webb Chapel. Services begin at 7:00 p.m.
LOOKING AHEAD
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 - Epworth member Jennifer Church will provide her personal testimony, “Feeling My Way to Faith”. Its Jennifer’s story about the uncertain nature of the faith journey, the emotional challenges that influence the search for faith, and what ultimately led Jennifer back to a church home.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14 - Michelle McCauley, Executive Director of the Pregnancy Center of Greater Toledo, will speak about the help, hope, and healing offered by the Center to young women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. The Center is a nonprofit, nonpolitical, Christian social service organization that provides help to families and individuals in crisis as the result of a current, past, or possible pregnancy. They provide free pregnancy tests, physician services, counseling, and peer support.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 - On Veteran’s Day, the Service of Healing and Wholeness will have a special focus on the healing of military veterans and their families. Pam Hays, founder of The Arms Forces, will provide her testimony and talk about the organization, which was created in 2009 to meet the unique needs of soldiers suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Pam is a TBI survivor. The Arms Forces provides volunteer life navigation coaches for survivors and mentoring and support programs for the families of those with PTSD and TBI.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16 - This Healing and Wholeness Service focuses on facing the difficulties of the Christmas season and finding hope and encouragement. The Longest Night service was created for those who struggle to find the joy in the holidays due to financial difficulties, family estrangements, the loss of a loved one, or other life changes. There will be time for prayer and reflection with gentle hymns as we await the birth of Hope in the world: Jesus. The Longest Night Service will be a time of fellowship will follow.
Each of the services are led by Epworth’s pastoral team and lay servants Dolli Darah, BJ Brengartner, Penny McCartney, Beth Irwin, Vicki Smith, and Teri Swolsky. Anyone is welcome to seek intercessory prayer for themselves, on behalf of a loved one, and for the world. All services include hymns, prayer, scripture, and time for reflection, as well as communion and anointing with oil for intercessory prayer.
The Epworth Artist Series The Academy Brass and Tower Brass Quintets present
an afternoon of music for two brass quintetsSunday, October 19, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.
The Academy Brass Quintet (ABQ) is a professional brass quintet comprised of musicians from the greater Toledo area. ABQ was formed in June of 1994 with the expectation of performing throughout Northwest Ohio and to offer an annual concert series for the public. Since its inception, the ABQ has thrilled audiences at Maumee Bay State Park, The Toledo Museum of Art, the Metroparks, and many concert halls and has been a featured ensemble on the WGTE FM 91.3 Thursday Evening Concert Series. ABQ performs a variety of music from Baroque and Classical to Jazz, Pop, Big Band, and 20th Century.
The Tower Brass Quintet (TBQ) has performed throughout the country and abroad for audiences in communities for 30 years that take an active interest in the arts. Their programs combine traditional brass quintet standards with authentic jazz, unusual contemporary pieces, and appealing familiar numbers. They have worked with numerous solo artists and ensembles and several premiere brass chamber ensembles, including the London, Budapest, Annapolis, and American Brass Quintets.
THE ACADEMY BRASS QUINTET
THE TOWER BRASS QUINTET
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FOOD BANK24 E Woodruff Avenue, ToledoCONTACT: Chuck Campos (419.902.2263)
CLEAN YOUR STREAMSCamp Miakonda 5600 W Sylvania, ToledoCONTACT: Ronnie Gorsuch (419.367.9549)
KAIROS COOKIES WITH KIDS ROCEpworth Kitchen 4855 W Central Avenue, ToledoCONTACT: Jane Lyon (419.346.9303)
FRIENDLY CENTER1324 N Superior Street, ToledoCONTACT: Bob Knowles (419.509.2353)
NO-SEW BLANKETSEpworth Room 214CONTACT: Susan Kanwal (419.841.4877)
EPWORTH FURNITURE MINISTRYEpworth 4855 W Central Avenue, ToledoCHECK AVAILABILITY: Keith Webb (567.225.4032 or [email protected])
SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREWLocation to be AnnouncedCONTACT: Ronnie Gorsuch (419.367.9549)*TEAM LEADER NEEDED
FOOD BANK24 E Woodruff Avenue, ToledoCONTACT: Chuck Campos (419.902.2263)
UNIVERSITY CHURCH4747 Hill Avenue, ToledoCONTACT: Ronnie Gorsuch (419.367.9549)
BEACH HOUSE915 N Erie, ToledoCONTACT: Bob Knowles (419.509.2353)
S.T.A.R.S., EAST SIDE CENTER FESTIVALUnity UMC 1910 E Broadway, NorthwoodCONTACT: Susan Kanwal (419.841.4877)
NO-SEW BLANKETSEpworth Room 214CONTACT: Susan Kanwal (419.841.4877)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2014
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2014
FOOD BANK24 E Woodruff Avenue, ToledoCONTACT: Chuck Campos (419.902.2263)
FOCUS2283 Ashland Avenue, ToledoCONTACT: Ronnie Gorsuch (419.367.9549)
WILDWOOD PRESERVE METRO PARK5100 W Central Avenue, ToledoCONTACT: Doug Gorsuch (419.367.5132)
ST. PAUL’S COMMUNITY CENTER230 13th Street, ToledoCONTACT: Bob Knowles (419.509.2353)
NO-SEW BLANKETSEpworth Room 214CONTACT: Susan Kanwal (419.841.4877)
EPWORTH FURNITURE MINISTRYEpworth 4855 W Central Avenue, ToledoCHECK AVAILABILITY: Keith Webb (567.225.4032 or [email protected])
SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREWLocation to be Announced CONTACT: Ronnie Gorsuch (419.367.9549)*TEAM LEADER NEEDED
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2014
FALL FAMILY FUN!Come and join the fun on Saturday, September 27 at 5:30 p.m. on the Wesley grounds as we culminate the last Super Saturday of Service with a cookout/campfire on the Wesley grounds!
The Recreation Committee will be providing the hot dogs and S’Mores that can be toasted over a crackling fire! Please bring your own beverages and a side dish to share.
We will have a few games planned for the kids and also someone leading us with music and singing around the campfire. Mark your calendars now, and if you have any questions, please call Karen Knight at (personal information removed).
Saturday, September 20 continued
EPWORTH FURNITURE MINISTRYEpworth 4855 W Central Avenue, Toledo (Donation Pickups) OREFM Perrysburg (Selection Saturday)CHECK AVAILABILITY: Keith Webb (567.225.4032 or [email protected])
SOCIETY OF ST. ANDREWLocation to be AnnouncedCONTACT: Ronnie Gorsuch (419.367.9549)*TEAM LEADER NEEDED
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DEADLINE FOR NEXT TOWER ARTICLES - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 AT NOON
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Epworth Student Ministries
Our Mission: To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world!
www.EpworthSWAT.com
Questions about Epworth Student Ministries? Contact Bob Knowles [email protected] or 419.509.2353 or Chuck Campos at [email protected] or 419.902.2263.
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. - Confirmation Banquet and Rehearsal
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 9:45 a.m. - Confirmation Sunday in Worship Gathering 6:00 p.m. - Junior SWAT in the FLC; 7:30 p.m. - Senior SWAT in the FLC
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 7:00 p.m. - Junior SWAT overnighter in FLC through 9:00 a.m. Saturday
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 9:45 a.m. - Junior & Senior SWAT Sunday Morning Donuts & The Bible 12:30 p.m. - Senior SWAT Youth Leadership Team (YLT) with lunch 6:00 p.m. - Junior SWAT; 7:30 p.m. - Senior SWAT
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 5:00 p.m. - SWAT Mexican Fiesta Fund Raising Dinner
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