August 7 “The Pursuit of Happiness” · Satterwhite on the recent death of her mother, Kathy...
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August 2016
Grace Notes News from Grace United Methodist Church
Carbondale, Illinois 618-457-8785
Web site: www.carbondalegrace.org
E-mail: [email protected]
August 7 Communion Sunday Sermon: “The Pursuit of Happiness”
Scripture: Psalms 1: 1-6
The first Sunday is a sharing Sunday. You are encouraged to
bring canned food for the food pantry.
August 14 Sermon: “Prescription for Worry”
Scripture: Matthew 6: 25-34
August 21 Sermon: “Run the Race”
Scripture: Hebrews 12: 1-2
August 28 Sermon: “Spiritual Bank Account”
Scripture: John 15: 5-11
You are encouraged to invite family and friends
to our worship services!!
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Dear Friends,
Our hearts have been troubled by all kinds of violence
and deaths in our country and other countries in the
world. We can see that violence brings more violence.
And it causes more hatred and fear. As Christians, we
are called to promote peace, justice and hope in the
hopeless situations. Let’s take time to pray to God for
the peace of our country and our world. Our bishop Jonathan
Keaton issued a call to pray for an end of violence. I would like
to share his words:
“By now, you have heard reports of several shootings involving
citizens and police in Baton Rouge, La., St. Paul, Minn. and most
recently, Dallas, Texas.
Shooting deaths, families heartbroken, television coverage, sus-
pects killed, fingers pointed, demonstrations and prayers prayed
to Almighty God have challenged the church and the world to
find a better way.
Over and over again, we've learned that violence begets violence.
To protest and change things, we have to choose the better way of
non-violence.
May the God of mercy and peace comfort the living and the dead
in Dallas, Minnesota, Baton Rouge and the human spirit. May
every response to these shocking deaths be that which creates
peace on earth, not war. ‘Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive
those who trespass against us.’
This is my prayer. Will you join me that our prayers might pro-
vide a chorus that provides a way of peace.” - Bishop Jonathan
Keaton
Prophet Micah taught God’s people in the midst of violence:
“What does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, and to love
kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”-Micah 6:8
Hopeful in Christ,
Pastor In-Sook
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UMW Yard Sale
August 27, 2016
7:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
It will be here before you know it!!!
Is it time to downsize, redecorate,
or just get organized? We have the perfect solution for you. Re-
cycle your things through the UMW Yard Sale. We accept furni-
ture, household items, tools, books, and MOST EVERYTHING
—EXCEPT —clothing and exercise equipment. Also, please
hold any Christmas related items for our November Yard Sale.
Donations can be delivered to the church 9:00 a.m., Monday,
August 22 thru noon Friday, August 26.
All proceeds from the sale are donated to missions. Last year
we were able to donate more than $3,200.00 from our August
sale to Cunningham Children’s Home, Dr. Fasa, Good Samari-
tan, Habitat for Humanity, Jesus Es El Señor (Cobden UMC),
Lessie Bates Home, Carbondale Newman Center, Carbondale
Senior Day Care, Carbondale Women’s Center, and Africa Uni-
versity. Thanks to all who participate to make the sale a success-
ful opportunity to share with those in need.
Is Anyone Screaming for Ice Cream?
Join together at the church on Saturday,
August 20th, at 4 p.m., for a Back to School/ Church
Celebration and Ice Cream Social. Bring your family for some cool fun! Sign up
sheets will be at various places at the church this month. Those
who are able are asked to bring ONE of the following:
a container of ice cream (store bought OR homemade)
toppings fruit snacks
cookies or cake a drink to share
Information will be displayed, showing classes and other op-
portunities to learn about our faith. Bring your family members,
neighbors, and all you can for some Christian fellowship in the
auditorium!
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Re-enrollment Time for
Kroger Community Rewards Card
To continue supporting Grace UMC with 3% of
your Kroger purchases you must reenroll your
Kroger Plus Card during the month of August. The new year of giv-
ing through Kroger Community Rewards starts September 1.
Go to www.Kroger.com
Click the blue Sign In tab at the top of the page.
Enter your email address and password and click the blue
Sign In tab.
From the department menu, click Community, then Com-
munity Rewards
From Community Rewards, click on the Edit or Re-enroll
button.
Then,
A. Find organization (Grace UMC’s organization # is 10374)\
B. Select organization (click the button to the left of the
Organization)
C. Save your selection (click the Save button)
Call 1-800-KROGERS, Option #3, with questions.
Remember you must swipe your registered Kroger Plus card or use
your phone number that is related to your registered Kroger Plus card
when shopping for each purchase to count.
Promotion Sunday/Hunting for Treasures
Sunday, August 21st, will be our official Promotion
Sunday in our Christian education classes for grades K-
12. All are invited to come to the auditorium during the
Sunday-school time (10:10 A.M.) for a brief program.
Sunday-school leaders will introduce their current stu-
dents as well as those moving up into a new class for the school
year. There will be fun involved in a brief skit and gifts for each child/
youth. After the presentation, children and youth are invited back to
the children's area for refreshments.
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On summer schedule, the children's classes for grades K-6
have been meeting as one in the children's area during the Sun-
day school hour. Regular grade level classes with individual
teachers will resume in September.
We will enjoy some special Sunday morning events in the
meantime:
Sunday, August 21- Promotion Sunday
Sunday, August 28- Game Day during Sunday school time
Sunday, Sept. 4th- Trip to visit Nursing Home neighbors
Sunday, Sept. 11th- Grade level classes with individual
teachers begin
We are always in need of substitute help or those willing to
bring or prepare snacks for the children. If you can assist occa-
sionally, please leave a note on the sign-in table in the children's
area or talk to Kay Eckiss or Lisa Upton. God will bless you as
you touch a child's life for Christ!
CHILDREN'S
Sunday School
News
Juliann Morland DaVee
806 W. 29th Street
Lawrence, KS 66046
Rachel Satterwhite Jieun Shin (Jung & Joon Choi)
920 N. Carico 706 E. Campus Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901 Carbondale, IL 62901
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Youth Group Highlights:
Questions? Comments? Want to stay con-
nected or be more involved with the
youth? Contact Jaci Arthur
Upcoming Events & Announcements: Youth Group Highlights:
Questions? Comments? Want to stay connected or be more
involved with the youth? Contact Jaci Arthur
Upcoming Events & Announcements:
~ August 4th - "Evolv" Thursday night senior high youth group
starts. We'll meet every Thursday starting at 6:30 p.m.
~ August 5th - Youth Night Out - pool party at the Upton
house!
~ August 6th - Volunteer at St. Francis, 10 a.m.-1p.m.
~ August 12th - End of Summer lock-in
~ Do you have any suggestions for discussions, Youth Night
Out activities, service projects, or anything else? Let Jaci
know!
Senior High Sunday School:
We are currently working our way through the Sermon on the
Mount. The verses listed are tentative and may be changed
based on the depth of our discussion.
July 31st - Matthew 5:21-26
August 7th - Matthew 5:27-37
August 14th - Matthew 5:38-48
August 21st - Matthew 6:1-4
August 28th - Matthew 6:5-15
September 4th - TBD
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August Birthdays
(by date)
3 - Gene Biggs
5 - Thyra Russell
6 - Marilyn Black
6 - Meungguk Park
9 - Tina Tow
13 - Shirley Booker
16 - Linda Egner
19 - Alison Ayala
20 - Shirley Richer
22 - Griffin Vale
23 - Roy Abrahamson
23 - Debbie Ditch
23 - Kaden Langin
23 - Mark Schultz
26- Richard Steudel
29 - Jaci Arthur
29 - Kay Eckiss
29 - Brian Manigold
31 - Jill Blessing
31 - Bob Sabo
Early September
Birthdays
9/5 Donna Biggs
9/5 David Hake
9/7 Brenda Davis
Grace United Methodist Church
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship
10:10 a.m. Sunday School
11:15 a.m. Traditional Worship
8/15 Kevin & Robyn Dettmar
8/16 Gary & Holly Chamness
8/21 Gene & Donna Biggs (61 years)
8/25 Herb & Thyra Russell
8/26 Rick & Debbie Ditch
8/26 Ed & Grace Herman (67 years)
8/30 Rick & Connie Steudel
August Anniversaries
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Thank you for hosting Grace Camp. We had lots of fun there.
Thanks Grace Church!
Our favorites were:
the little kids - Natasha, the scarf dance - Elsa,
my lighthouse - Damika, drama and rhyme - Ivan,
playing with helpers - Violet, seeing the glow dance - Norah,
singing - Avahlyn, singing - Ingrid.
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Grace UMC Mission Statement
"Love God, love people, make disciples of Jesus Christ."
"Attention singers-- Choir will start re-
hearsing again on Tuesday, August
16th, at 6:30pm. In addition to anthems,
we will start working on a newly com-
posed cantata for All Saints Day."
Andrew Hudson
Community Youth Bell Choir
Our Community Youth Bell Choir is coming!
Rehearsals will start Wednesday, September 7th at
4:00 p.m., and all 6th-12th graders are welcome to
join. Anyone interested in helping with this service to our com-
munity in any way (snacks, teaching, supervising, etc.), please
contact Jaci Arthur at [email protected].
Handbell Choir
The Handbell Choir will resume rehearsals on Septem-
ber 7th, meeting Wednesdays from 6 p.m.-7 p.m. We'll
prepare for the Christmas season. For questions about
the choir or to participate in smaller, monthly ensem-
bles, please contact Jaci Arthur
Grace Players
If anyone is interested in working on stage or behind
the scenes with the Grace Players, please contact Jaci
Arthur at [email protected]. We're
going to start back up again in August.
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Please have articles for the September 2016
Grace Notes to the church office by August 22.
Circle of Friends Potluck Tuesday– August 9- Noon
Bring a dish and join the fellowship.
Grace Race Farewell
The following paragraph was written by Tony
Miksanek and is from the President’s Message
article in the River to River Running Reporter,
Summer 2016.
“Finally, a shout out to Grace United Methodist Church in
Carbondale and all the wonderful people who have helped with
the Grace Race over the years. By the time you read this col-
umn, the Grace Race will have ‘retired’ after a 25 year run as one
of the most popular and successful 5K’s in southern Illinois his-
tory. We will not forget the food, music, camaraderie, festivities,
door prizes, wonderful volunteers and organizers, fast flat course,
and hot humid Friday nights. You will be greatly missed, Grace
Race! Thanks for the memories.”
It is HOT! As a result, the church electric bill
increased over $500 from the previous month. If
you are using the building for any reason, try to be
as conservative as possible. If a smaller room is
available that you could use rather than cool the
Auditorium, etc., please consider using it. TURN THE AIR
BACK UP when you leave the room.
Thanks from the Trustees!
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Our heartfelt sympathy is given to Rachel
Satterwhite on the recent death of her mother,
Kathy Satterwhite Michel.
The Marine Corps Auxiliary is very grate-
ful for the check we sent. They thought the
idea of honoring our fathers by helping our
veterans was a wonderful idea. For some vet-
erans the gifts given by the Auxiliary are the
only ones they receive. The check was very
much appreciated.
(Your Father’s Day donations totaled $790.)
Lay Servant Ministries had its origins
in the early years of Methodism: John
Wesley authorized the use of lay assistants
to preach and conduct worship in the ab-
sence of clergy. Today, there are opportu-
nities to serve Christ’s church and His
people through leading, caring, and com-
municating. Lay Servant Ministries help Christians claim their
spiritual gifts, talents, and skills by offering empowering train-
ing. Lay Servants engage in ministry to others through local
church and district networks of support. Examples of ministries
are leading a Bible class, visiting nursing homes and shut-ins,
pulpit supply, or specialized one-on-one caring. Through procla-
mation of God’s Word, service, and leadership, Lay Servants help
the church follow the Great Commission: Mathew 28:19-20.
Grace UMC has three Certified Lay Servants: Linda Egner,
Roberta DePuy, and John DePuy. If you are interested in becom-
ing a Lay Servant or would just like to take a class, please contact
Pastor In-Sook, or Roberta DePuy, Cache River District Co-
Director Lay Servant Ministries (573-201-6650).