The Spire Hillsboro United Methodist Church A Word From Clay Your Voice Matters Where and how have we most often encountered God’s presence as a congregation? What values do we hold most dear? What do you hope for HUMC’s future? What is the dream that God has for us in this place, at this time? As you know by now, we’re going to spend this summer speaking, listening and praying together to discern a vision for HUMC. You’ve already heard a lot about our vision in worship and we’re just about to have our town-hall style meeting. Then in June and July we’ll have two rounds of small group conversations shared over meals. Throughout the summer our worship themes will focus on aspects of seeking God’s vision for HUMC. Our plan is to have a clear statement of our vision by September. I know summer is busy with vacation and travel, recreation opportunities, gardening and so much more. But I’m asking you to make this process a priority. On those lovely Sunday mornings when the sun is shining and the garden or a lovely hike is calling, choose to spend a few hours with your church family. Sign up for both rounds of the small group conversations. But I hope that, more than just showing up, you will bring your ideas, dreams and hopes and that you’ll speak about these honestly. I hope you’ll listen to your sisters and brothers as they share what’s on their heart. And I hope you’ll be open to the movement of God’s Holy Spirit as we move through this process together. It takes the whole Body of Christ to do this vital work. The more voices we have contributing to the conversation, the more fully we can expect that God’s Spirit will be clearly heard. What’s the Worst Job in the Church? OK, maybe not the worst, but certainly the most challenging – being the coordinator for our Sunday morning volunteers. It’s not that the volunteers are unruly or rude, but that it takes so many phone calls, emails and in-person conversations to get people signed up. Once we sign up, people are GREAT! It’s just getting their names on the dotted line that is a challenge. So, we’re trying an experiment this summer. See inside for more details! Much peace, etc. Clay June 2015 Vol 48, No. 6 Sunday Worship Services 10:00 am Fellowship 11:00 am Pastor Music Ministries Leader Communication Leader Blast Off! Coordinator Nursery Minister Office Manager Church Office Clay Andrew Betty Busch Angie Kiblinger Lisa Gamache Amanda Cook Laura Lillegard 503-640-1775 Monday—Thursday 9:00 am—2:00 pm Pastor’s Hours Monday—Thursday 10:00 am—2:00 pm Hillsboro United Methodist Church 168 NE 8th Avenue Hillsboro, Oregon 97124 503-640-1775 hillsboroumc.org Information for United Methodist Church www.umc.org Oregon-Idaho United Methodist Conference www.umoi.net The HUMC Board Gann Clarkson (chair), Miriam Bolding, Kathy Franklin, Kathy Hanna, Barbara Lawrence, Amanda Martin, Ted Vacek, Scott Vesecky & Lisa Webster Next Board Meeting: Jun 7 - 6:00 pm Save August 30th for the All Church Picnic We have again reserved Rood Bridge Park, Shelter B (covered, handicapped accessible) for our all-church picnic. It will be August 30, right after church. We'll furnish the meat and ask you to bring a dish to share. We'll have games for all, plus great fellowship. See you there! Bev Mohnkern Communications Leader Introduction We have a lot going on here at Hillsboro United Methodist Church! Sometimes so much that not even our own members are aware of all of the opportunities. We also want to share what we are doing with our community. These are some of the things I plan to work on in my new role as Communication Leader. One of the most important parts of communicating is listening, so one of the first things I want to do is listen to all of you. What is working well, what do we need to change, what ideas do you have? I am grateful to those of you who have already reached out with answers to some of these questions and I invite more of you to do the same. Very soon we will be launching a survey which you will be able to complete online or on paper to help us gather feedback. Additionally, if there is anything you would personally like to share with me, I welcome the conversation! You may reach me either by email or by phone. I tend to be in the office on Thursdays, but would be happy to set up an appointment to meet with you in person at a time and place that works well for you! Thank you for this opportunity to serve you in this capacity. I am very excited to be putting my skills to work for an organization I care so deeply about! Respectfully, Angie Kiblinger The annual tradition of "Ladies Lunch Out" will be held June 3 at Elmer’s Restaurant, at 390 SW Adams in Hillsboro. All members of United Methodist Women are invited to meet at 11:30 a.m. for this no-host event and a time to enjoy each other's company. Centering Prayer Interested in deepening your spiritual and prayer life? Ready to connect to God through an ancient prayer practice? Hungering for more connection and centerdness in your life with Christ? Centering Prayer may be what you’re looking for. And there are two opportunities for you to try it out: On Tuesday evenings, from 6:30-7:30, a small group meets to share some brief ‘soul conversation’ and silent centering prayer. This group began earlier in the year, but is restarting and re-reading the introductory book Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening. Clay will also be offering another introductory group, following the same book. The day and time will be determined by what fits best for those who are interested. If you’re interested in either group, you can email Clay to get connected. Family Promise Thank you to all the volunteers who opened their hearts and provided a safe and loving place for our Family Promise guests. You helped one family meet their goal by moving into a permanent house. Our next hosting week is July 26th. Your Family Promise team, Brenda, Helen and Gayle. Sho w Gre Your en T All Are Welcome hum bs Garden Starts Growing L i s m r A g t Stron t HUMC garden group is inviting you to join the l Planting Party on June 6, 10:00 am in the garden area. e Yes, our church community vegetable garden needs H your help!!! a If you have any suggestion or question, please n e-mail [email protected] Sha d re Yo ur Id eas s Have Lo ers g n i ts of Fun F Fair Sunday Morning Servers It takes a number of volunteers to make our Sunday morning worship go smoothly – a building steward, greeters, ushers, nursery shepherds and hosts for fellowship time. Getting those positions filled is a constant grind. But we all know it needs to be done and once you sign up you do a great job. So here’s what we’re going to try for the summer: No one is going to come and ask you, beg you, cajole you, harangue you or plead with you to sign up. The sign up sheets will be available in the Fellowship Hall. We’ll also have an online sign up process – if you get the Spire by email, you’ll get an email this week inviting you to use this new tool. We’ll also send out periodic reminders about the slots that are still open. But when spots go unfilled, that job simply won’t be done or someone will be asked to do it at the last second. If you’ve never done one of these jobs before, but are interested, we have people who can help you learn! If you’ve been waiting for someone to ask you to serve, you’ve been asked! So check your calendars, watch your email inbox and get yourself signed up to make our Sunday mornings continue to be great! The Dirty Bible Mark your calendars: July 1, 8, 15 & 22, 6:30-7:30! This four week Bible study will examine the parts of the Bible we don’t often read – the sex, violence and weirdness that your grandmother never told you about. This fast-paced, laugh out loud Bible study will happen on Wednesday evenings, from 6:30-7:30. Join us for as Clay leads a fun and unforgettable exploration of the parts of the Bible you’ve never read before! Warning – this study will be rated PG-13 (at least)! Material may not be suitable for younger children. Dear HUMC Friends, We are slowly getting settled in to our lovely new home in Mennonite Village in Albany. We are finding it even more attractive and welcoming than we had expected it to be. If you can believe it, the move was completed by 3 PM in the afternoon- of course we had two trucks and a seven man crew. The warmth and caring of your wonderful sendoff still warms our hearts and nurtures our spirits. We shall very much miss our HUMC church family where we have been for more than 15 years. Our new address is: 4729 Becker Circle SE Albany, OR 97322 (541) 928-1325 [email protected] We send along our love and best wishes! Lefty & Barbara Schultz Coffee Klatch at 10:00 am On June 13 at New Seasons Helping Our Neighbors Near and Far Thank you for your continued support. $264 was given for Native American Ministries $1,489 was given to Nepal Disaster Relief JUNE 2015 Sunday 7 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Fellowship 6:00 pm Church Board Meeting Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 6:30 pm Boy Scouts 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Main St A/A 2 6:30 pm Centering Prayer 7:30 pm Boy Scout Planning Meeting 3 7:30 am Dental Van 8:45 am UMW Exec 11:00 Ladies Lunch Out 5:30 pm Worship Team 6:30 pm Blast Off! 6:30 pm ESL Classes 7:00 pm Main St A/A 7:00 pm Women's A/A 4 8:30 am TOPS 6:30 pm Blast Off! 6:30 pm ESL Classes 7:00 pm Hispanic Music Ministry 7:00 pm N/A 5 2:15 pm Harvest Share 6 10:00 am Garden Planning Party 8 10:00 am Gentry 5:30 pm Boy Scout Court of Honor 6:30 pm Boy Scouts 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Main St A/A 9 6:30 pm Centering Prayer 10 9:30 am Miriam Circle 12:30 pm Love Circle 5:30 pm Worship Team 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Main St A/A 7:00 pm Women's A/A 11 8:30 am TOPS 10:00 am Le Leche 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Hispanic Music Ministry 7:00 pm N/A 12 13 10:00 am Coffee Klatch Oregon—Idaho Annual Conference 14 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Fellowship 3:00 pm Food Co-op Meeting 15 6:00 pm 3M Dinner Group 6:30 pm Blast Off! 6:30 pm Boy Scouts 7:00 pm Main St A/A 16 6:30 pm Centering Prayer 7:30 pm Boy Scout Planning Meeting 21 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Fellowship 22 23 6:30 pm Blast Off! 6:30 pm Centering 6:30 pm Boy Scouts Prayer 7:00 pm Main St A/A 7:30 pm Women’s Evening Fellowship 28 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Fellowship 29 30 1:00 pm Prayer Shawl 7:30 pm Boy Scout Guild Planning Meeting 6:30 pm Blast Off! 6:30 pm Boy Scouts 7:00 pm Main St A/A 17 5:30 pm Worship Team 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Main St A/A 7:00 pm Women's A/A 18 8:30 am TOPS 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Hispanic Music Ministry 7:00 pm N/A 19 2:00 pm Red Cross Blood Drive 20 WFWA Anniversary Dinner 24 1:00 pm UMW Reading Circle 5:30 pm Worship Team 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Main St A/A 7:00 pm Women's A/A 7:00 pm Boy Scout Committee Meeting 25 8:30 am TOPS 10:00 am Le Leche 6:30 pm Blast Off! 7:00 pm Hispanic Music Ministry 7:00 pm N/A 26 27 TBD Food Swap Movie Group This is YOUR newsletter. 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