e -Chimes The weekly e-mail newsletter of Pasadena United Methodist Church

October 25, 2013 I f you would l ike to s top r e c e iv ing th i s e -news l e t t e r , p l ease contac t the church o f f i c e a t pumc2@ver izon .ne t or 410-647-3090    

ON SUNDAY, OCT. 27, ALL CHILDREN AND YOUTH (AND ADULTS) ARE INVITED TO WEAR THEIR HALLOWEEN COSTUMES TO CHURCH IF THEY LIKE. This has become part of our message for children and youth that day. ___________________________________________________________________

   

CHURCH CONFERENCE ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2013 - 7 PM PLEASE SAVE THE DATE AND JOIN US!

Please make time to attend the Church Conference which has been called under the authority of Rev. Marshall, with permission given by our DS, the Rev. Dr. Evan Young, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013 at 7 PM in Fellowship Hall. We will share snacks and fellowship, hear important reports from the Pastor and others, vote for those who have been nominated for church leadership in the coming year (2014), vote the Pastor's compensation package. This is an opportunity to meet our new DS and welcome him to PUMC. It's an opportunity to hear what is going on at PUMC. It’s anticipated that this Church Conference will end by 8:30 PM. PUMC's regularly scheduled activities for that evening will not meet so that all may attend. With every blessing, Pastor Sherrin Marshall

 

 

The children and youth in our Sunday School classes have a special

mission project this month. They are collect ing for the "Imagine No

Malaria" mission. This program uses a holist ic approach to combat

the disease malaria. Education, medicine, and prevention are al l parts

of this approach. The youth are accepting donations through October

27th. For more information about this mission go to

www.imaginenomalaria.org.

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         Are  you  interested  in  CAMP  HOPE  for  2014?    Tentative  dates  are  July  6th  –  12th.  Planning  for  next  year's  trip  begins  now.  We  

need  to  know  how  many  high  school  age  youth  (14-­‐18)  would  like  to  participate.  

Adults  who  can  turn  a  screwdriver  or  swing  a  hammer  are  also   invited  to   learn  

more.   Please   contact   Andy   Lentz   alentz11@verizon.net   or   by   phone   410-­‐599-­‐

9945  OR  Carolyn  Jones,  willbjones3@verizon.net  or  by  phone  443-­‐804-­‐7275.    

 

NEW UMYF BIBLE STUDY AND FUN ACTIVITIES BEGIN NOVEMBER 3RD!

The Bible has so much to say to us in our present-day lives! This won't feel anything like Sunday School, as much as you may have loved Sunday School in the past. The challenges of your lives are different now, and during this time together we'll talk about those. There will be fun and getting to know others, some things to think about, and some to do. For parts of the discussion, we may have break-outs for different age groups. There's no book for this group -- we'll have some handouts for you.

We are working on a mission project that we can do right here in Pasadena and will tell you more along the way.

We'll be meeting every other week on Sundays from 6-7 PM in the Pastor's Study and Fellowship Hall, to allow time for your fall activities. For this fall, our meeting dates will be November 3 and 17, and December 8. On December 1, we're planning a time for family fun "Family Holiday Event." We'll be making wreaths and Christmas ornaments and sharing a simple meal. Then we'll go to the Sanctuary and hear Christmas carols and sing. Maybe you would like to help read a few Psalms. And don't forget the pumpkin carving that Mrs. Carolyn has planned at church for October 27 -- sounds like lots of fun! We'd also encourage you to help out with the Live Nativity on December 22 that will take place during our regular meeting time. People of all ages participate and you can also help behind the scenes.

Our UMYF Teen Bible Study will be led by Mike Seibert, Mike Stumpfoll, and Pastor Marshall. Come out and give it a try – and come when you can! And bring a friend, if you like!

 

Pasadena United Methodist Church The Rev. Dr. Sherrin Marshall Email: RevSDMarshall@aol.com Church Office: 410-647-3090 Email: pumc2@verizon.net

GOD’S WEEK AT OUR CHURCH

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 – REFORMATION SUNDAY celebrated at both services. 9:00 AM - Café Church, informal worship in the Fellowship Hall. 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary with special Halloween message for

children. Music by the Chancel Choir. 10:30 AM – Children’s Sunday School (ages 3-11)

6:00 PM – UMYF Pumpkin Carving Activity (FH) Monday –

7:00 PM – Cub Scout Pack 346 (FH) Tuesday –

9:00 AM – UMW Turkey Preparation Day (K) 7:00 PM – Venturing Crew (FH) 7:30 PM – Christian Chimers (A) 8:00 PM - Singers Madrigale (S) 8:00 PM - “All We Need” (FH)

Wednesday – 9:00 AM – UMW Turkey Preparation Day (K) 7:00 PM – Troop 346 Meeting (FH)

Thursday – 9:00 AM – UMW Turkey Preparation Day (K)

6:00 PM – Chorister Choir (C) 6:30 PM – Chapel Chimers (A)

6:30 PM – Cherub Choir (C) 6:30 PM – Women of the Church (WOC) Meeting (FH)

7:30 PM – Chancel Choir (C) Friday –

9:00 AM – UMW Turkey Preparation Day (K) 9:30 AM – PELC Time with Pastor

Saturday- 3:30 PM - NA Meeting (C)

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 – ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY. We remember al l our honored dead with the tolling of the bell and lighting candles; Holy Communion will be shared. Join us for this reverent yet joyful service. 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S)

10:30 AM – Children’s Sunday School (ages 3-11) 6:00 PM – UMYF Bible Study and Activity (PS, FH)

 UPCOMING WORSHIP SERVICES, MUSIC, AND SPECIAL EVENTS

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 – REFORMATION SUNDAY celebrated at both services. 9:00 AM - Café Church, informal worship in the Fellowship Hall. 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary with special Halloween message for children and music by the Chancel Choir. Children, youth, and adults are invited to wear their Halloween costumes!

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 – ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY - We remember all our honored dead with the tolling of the bell and lighting candles; Holy Communion. Join us for this reverent yet joyful service. There will be a special message for the children. This is a service to which you can invite a friend or neighbor, and we also invite you to bring a candle of your choice, with holder, if this is more meaningful to you.

10:30 AM -Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary (S) TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 – CHURCH CONFERENCE at 7 PM - We will share snacks and fellowship, hear important reports from the Pastor and others, vote for those who have been nominated for church leadership in the coming year (2014), vote the Pastor's compensation package. This is an opportunity to meet our new District Superintendent, the Rev. Dr. Evan Young, and welcome him to PUMC. It's an opportunity to hear what is going on at PUMC!   FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 - 1:30 -8:00 PM - UMW Holiday Bazaar – Join us for turkey dinner, dessert, fellowship, shopping and fun! SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10 – 25th SUNDAY OF PENTECOST -VETERANS' DAY REMEMBRANCE at both services. 9:00 AM - Café Church (FH) - with special music by our house Band, "All We Need," & inspirational video. Holy Communion will be shared. 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S) - with special music and video at the fellowship hour for all those who served from our church. The children’s choirs will be singing and playing the bells.

 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 – 26TH SUNDAY OF PENTECOST   10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S) -- We will honor PUMC members who’ve been with us for 25 years or more. The PUMC bell choir will play. Please join us for the festive fellowship hour following the 10:30 Worship Service where we will celebrate Marion Titus’ 90th birthday! SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 - THE REIGN OF CHRIST OR CHRIST THE KING – Thanksgiving Sunday will be celebrated at both worship services. 9:00 AM - Café Church (FH) 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S) – with music by the Chancel Choir. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 – THANKSGIVING EVE ECUMENICAL SERVICE - 7 PM at Pasadena UMC -- Praise and Thanksgiving with 5 churches in our community; join us for our Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service, festive music of all kinds, with fellowship afterward. Please bring a goodie to share!

During this holy Advent and Christmas season, we prepare our hearts and lives once again to receive the great gift of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Each week is special on that journey. We pray you can join with us for as many of these services and events as you can. Invite a friend or neighbor! You are always welcome at Pasadena UMC! All ages! Visiting children and grandchildren are very welcome to join us! SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 - UNITED METHODIST STUDENT SUNDAY – 1ST SUNDAY OF ADVENT - We begin our journey to Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus Christ. We hope you will be with us and invite a friend or neighbor.

10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S) – Holy Communion 4:00 PM - Join us in the Fellowship Hall for a Family Holiday Event at 4 PM, We'll be making wreaths and Christmas ornaments and sharing a simple meal. Then we'll go to the Sanctuary and hear Christmas carols and sing SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8 – 2ND SUNDAY OF ADVENT – 9:00 AM - Cafe Church (FH) 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S)

 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 – 9:00 AM – THE GREENING OF THE CHURCH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15 – 3RD SUNDAY OF ADVENT - Join us for our annual Christmas Family Dinner following church with festive holiday music by the Christian Chimers and Singers Madrigale. 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S)

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 – Getting ready for Christmas!

9:00 AM - Decorating the church with Poinsettias 6:00 PM – LIVE NATIVITY (from 6--7:30 PM)

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22 – 4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT 9:00 AM - Cafe Church (FH) 10:30 AM - Traditional Worship (S)

6:00 PM – LIVE NATIVITY (from 6--7:30 PM) TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 6:00 PM - Family Service (Informal) with Christmas message for all ages and a visit from a special guest. 10:30 PM - Candlelight Service (Traditional) with music by the Christian Chimers and Chancel Choir; special Christmas sermon. Pastor Marshall will be preaching at both services. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29th IS THE FIRST SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS, BUT CHRISTMAS ISN’T OVER - IT’S JUST BEGUN!

10:30 AM - worship service will be informal with favorite Christmas hymns and a message for all ages.

 

 

Venturing Crew 346 is sponsoring a bus trip to New York City on Dec. 14, 2013. We are selling seats on the

bus for round trip transportation. Cost is $55/person. This is a fundraising effort by the crew members. It is a

nice way to go - you don’t have to drive, spend money on gas, tolls, or parking hassles when in NYC. This trip is

transportation only. All activities in the city are at your expense. Thank you for considering this wonderful holiday

trip. Seats are filling, so please call Sally Dugenske to reserve your seat today. 410-360-3977.

Important Trip Information:

Date: December 14, 2013

Meet: Pasadena UMC, 61 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122

Leave: Bus leaves promptly at 6:00 AM. Drop off will be in Times Square sometime between 9:30 and

10:30 AM

Return: NYC Pick up leaves promptly at 7:45 PM on 34th Street in front of Macy’s. Don’t be late. We

request all be present around 7:30PM. When the bus arrives, we will load and go.

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Health and Wellness

Be sure you and your family members get your flu shots before December. We will not be doing flu shots at our church this year. The flu shots are available at almost all pharmacies and from your Primary Care doctors. Anne Arundel County is offering free shots; please refer to the bulletin board for more information.

The schedule for Blood Pressure Screening will be October 27, November 17, and December 29. In January we will resume screenings on the third Sundays.

Mary Vogelsang, RN

 

 

January  31,  February  1  and  2,  2014    Ocean  City,  Maryland  

ROCK  is  an  exciting  Christian  weekend  retreat  in  which  youth  in  grades  6-­‐12  from  the  Baltimore  Washington  Conference  of  the  United  Methodist  Church  will  gather  at  the  Roland  E  Powell  Ocean  City  Convention  Center,  The  purpose  of  the  retreat  is  to  "ROCK"   the   lives   of   our   youth   and   help   them   into   a   new   or   deeper   faith   in   and  personal  relationship  with  the  ROCK  of  our  Salvation,  Jesus.  

 

 

Special  Guest  Speaker:  Preston  Centuolo  

 

2014  ROCK  Pricing                                                                              Main  Hall                  Upper  Room        $42/person            $32/person          Early  Bird  (September  15-­‐October  31)      $50/person            $40/person          Regular  Price  (Nov  1-­‐31)  $60/person            $50/person          Late  Registration  -­‐  Dec.  1

 A BIG THANK YOU TO MARK WISE

The Trustees would like to thank Mark Wise for volunteering to undertake a project to enrich the soil and plant grass around the flagpole and Love Garden. He was working hard on this endeavor for many hours on a very warm Sunday afternoon! It is looking great and is a vast improvement. Thanks, Mark, on behalf of us all at PUMC!

Pastor Sherrin Marshall, PUMC Trustees and Congregation

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MAKE  A  DIFFERENCE!    VOLUNTEER  AT  PES!  

 

Pasadena   Elementary   School,   our   neighborhood   school,   is   in   need   of  volunteers   to   work   with   children   (K-­‐1)   learning   the   alphabet   and   practicing  reading.   If   you   can  give   an  hour  once  a  week  or   twice   a  month,   you  would   find   it  very  rewarding.    

All  you  need  to  do  is  complete  some  paperwork,  watch  a  video,  and  show  up  at  the  school  ready  to  help.    Please  email  or  talk  to  Debbie  Jester,  djest@aol.com,  if  you  are  interested.    

What   a   great   way   to   represent   our   church   in   the   community   and   make   a  difference  for  the  children  and  the  teachers  in  our  schools!  

This  would  be  helping  to  support  Bishop  Matthews’  call  to  our  churches  to  be  more  involved  with  our  schools.  

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CHECK OUT OUR NEW WEBSITE!

www.pasadenaumchurch.com

 

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL!

10/25 Julia Pensyl, Dorothy Hood

10/27 Robin Rainville, June Gurley, Madison Keedy

10/28 Kim Menyhart

10/29 Christine Hoffman

11/02 Margaret Kaylor, Gillian Dubicki

 Electronic Offering at PUMC – E-Giving is the answer all of the time, but especially during summertime! How can I keep up with my offering when I’m not in the pew? E-giving is the answer. I used to forget my checkbook or even my envelopes, now I don’t worry at all. My check arrives at the church twice a month whether I’m in church that Sunday or not. Working with my bank, I was able to use their FREE bill pay service to establish a bi-weekly payment to the church. Transfers can be created on a recurring basis: weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. It is completely within my control and quicker for me to cancel or change if my circumstances require. What are the benefits of automating contributions?  

1. You are taking a step of faith – When you sign up to give automatically you are deciding in advance to faithfully give. God blesses that kind of faith!

2. You make your life a little bit simpler – You don’t need to remember whether you gave this month. And if you are out of town or on vacation, you don’t need to think about it. You don't even have to remember to write a check each week and bring it to church Sunday morning.

3. You will be helping the church – Every person who gives through automatic giving makes our record keeping easier and helps ensure continuous monthly cash flow to cover ministry expenses particularly during the summer vacation months.

4. You can focus on worship at church – Instead of having to get out a pen and write out an envelope and check, you can focus entirely on worship.

5. There are no processing fees - 100% of your gift goes to Pasadena United Methodist Church.

6. You'll still receive envelopes - You can supplement your electronic contributions at any time.

For most banks you can create this transfer action directly online at the bank's website or by phone. No coordination, notification, or action by PUMC is required. Our Financial Secretary will receive notification of your funds transfer to ensure proper annotation to your giving records for the annual statement of giving that you can use for income tax filing. Your church envelopes can be used to supplement your offerings whenever you like.

1. Establish Pasadena United Methodist Church as a Payee.

2. Provide your bank with your offering envelope number, either as an "account number" or in a "memo" option within the payment statement.

3. Verify that the bank has the correct church address and phone number [61 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122; (410) 647-3090].

4. Relax and enjoy the service!

If you’re interested, I’d be happy to talk with you about my experience. Or you could contact Wilma Robley, the church’s financial secretary for more information. Andy Lentz alentz11@verizon.net 410-599-9945