May 2015
Worship in May
Pastor Reception
Church Anniversary
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May Work of Piety
Pastor’s Note
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Adult Forums
Silent Meditation
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Children and Family
Ministry
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Youth Ministry
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May Calendar
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May Birthdays
Joys and Concerns
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EngAging Ministries
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May Work of Mercy
Rummage Sale
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SALT
Manger Inn
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Parish Nurse
Olive Oil
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New Arrivals
Community
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Super Wed Menu
Camp Kowakan
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Worship at 8:45 and 10:45
Sunday School at 9:45
May 3
Service of Confirmation
“Butterflies will soon be free”
Matthew 28:16-20,
2 Corinthians 5:14-20
Join us for this festive service as
our 9th graders confirm their faith
and unite in membership with
our congregation.
Our 9th graders are:
Danny Allin, MeKenzie Bisel,
Matthias Broske, Katherine Cloherty,
Tanner Franz, Preston Hoffer,
Carl Ludewig, Bryn Mucha, Hannah Neil,
Michael Nelson, Brooke Sexton,
Benjamin Seymour, Mallory Tidona, and
Elizabeth Wager
May 10
“Stewardship in the Household of God”
Deuteronomy 15:1-11
May 24
Pentecost Sunday
Acts 2:1-8, 11b-13
May 31
Graduate Recognition Sunday
Courtney Asada, Miles Broske,
Elizabeth Cloherty Rachel Haines,
Tristan Karvel, Karyn Ludewig,
Nick Mortensen and Alex Mousel
May 17
Worship Schedule
“Celebrating the Journey”
Isaiah 40:27-31
Giving thanks for our
Sunday school teachers
Worship 8:45 & 10:45
Nursery provided at
our worship services.
Fellowship and coffee on
Sundays in the
Fellowship Hall
following the
worship services.
Celebration of the Church School Year
 The Annual Sunday School Talent Show
will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room.
 There will be an all church picnic in
Fellowship Hall
following the
10:45 service of
worship.
Summer Worship
begins on
May 24 at 9:30 a.m.
BEGINS May 24th
Memorial Day Weekend
through mid-September
One Service of Worship at 9:30
June 7
“I am the vine, you are the branches”
John 15:1-8, Galatians 5:22-23
Sacrament of Communion
Donna and Marty’s last service
Mark Your Calendar for June 7th!
On Sunday, June 7th, we’ll gather after the
service for a reception to
honor Pastor Marty and
Pastor Donna – to
celebrate their time with
us, and to send them
forward with our love and
good wishes!
Please join us!
The NUMC
Staff Parish Relations Committee
Interested in Playing Church Softball?
Games are Sunday evenings and run from late May through late July.
It's a great way to stay active and to connect with other NUMC folks.
It's a lot of fun! Direct questions to Don Enberg, Julie Thornton or
Pastor Marty. Please sign up at the information table.
Would You Like to Help
Plan an Anniversary!
This summer and fall we
are planning to celebrate
the 50th Anniversary of
our being in our current
church building. If you
would like to be a part of
a team that will work together to plan and
organize some celebration activities and
events, please contact Ron Sommers, Bruce
Paulson, or Pastors Donna and Marty.
Enjoy the Convenience of Electronic Giving
NUMC wants to remind you that we offer electronic giving as a
way to automate your regular offering. Electronic giving offers
convenience for individual congregation members and provides much-needed donation consistency for our congregation. As you contemplate future contributions, please consider
electronic giving. Authorization forms are available from the
church office or you may contact Nancy Finnila in the church
office at 645-5689.
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May 3
Work of Piety for April
We Make the Road by Walking
This year our congregation is on a
year-long biblical journey guided by a
newly published book called, We Make
the Road by Walking: A Year-Long
Quest for Spiritual Formation, Reorientation and Activation by author Brian McLaren.
If you have not received your own
copy, check with Pastors Donna or
Marty. You are also welcome to purchase your own copy (or download) of the book from your
favorite book supplier.
In preparation for each Sunday we encourage you to
read the assigned chapter and related scripture texts, and
spend time, individually or in a small group, with the reflection questions provided. Even if you don’t have the
book, we encourage you to read the weekly scripture texts
which will be printed each month in the newsletter.
37. The Uprising of Partnership
Psalm 146, Matthew 10:16-20; 11:28-30;
28:16-20, Acts 16:11-40
May 10 38. The Uprising of Stewardship
Deuteronomy 15:1-11, 1 Timothy 6:3-19,
2 Corinthians 8:1-15
May 17 39. Whatever the Hardship, Keep Rising Up!
Isaiah 40:27-31, Acts 9:1-25, 2 Corinthians
6:1-10; 11:22-33
Part 4: Alive in the Spirit of God
May 24 40. The Spirit is Moving! Pentecost Sunday
John 3:1-21, Acts 2:1-41, Romans 6:1-14
May 31 Graduate Recognition Sunday
we will take a week off from our book
June 7
41. Moving with the Spirit
John 15:1-8, Galatians 3:19-4:7; 5:1, 13-26,
Colossians 2:6-7; 3:1-17
As the world of nature transitions into spring, the life
of our congregation is moving into a new season as well,
a season of letting go of what has become familiar to us
and of opening ourselves up to what is yet to come. As
with any transition, this season comes with a mix of sadness, uncertainty, anxiety, and anticipation. As people
of faith, we trust that God is in this and that God will be with us in the changes to come.
We spent the week after Easter looking for a home to purchase, as the Stillwater church does not own a
parsonage. We looked at many places in the East Metro, and in the end we made an offer on a townhome in
Stillwater. Our offer was accepted, so we are now working toward a closing, hopefully in mid-May. At nearly
60 years of age, we will be first time home owners!
In the coming weeks we will be working actively to provide for a smooth transition in both Northfield and
Stillwater. We will need to make a few trips to Stillwater, just as your new pastors, Rachel and Jerad, will be
making a few trips here. During their visits, Rachel and Jerad will meet with us, the staff, and with other
church members as they begin to learn more about our congregation.
We are grateful to the Staff/Parish Relations Committee members who are working very intentionally to
guide our church through this time of transition. Our last Sunday in worship with you will be June 7 th. We
will have occasion to say some last words then, but we do want to say to you now how much we have enjoyed
being in ministry with all of you these past seven years. There is much we have accomplished together, and
much for us to celebrate, and much for you and your new pastors to build upon in the years to come. May
God’s grace and blessing be upon us all. ~Donna and Marty
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A World of Travel
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry,
and narrow-mindedness. Mark Twain
Several members of our congregation have been travelling
to some interesting places recently, and they are going to
be sharing some of their experiences with us. In May we
will continue our forum series on A W orld of Travel with
the following presentations:
May 3
Travels in India, Oman, and Jordan
Jim Finholt
Jim is a long-time member of our congregation and a retired chemistry professor from Carleton.
May 10
Travels in South Africa
Dave VanWylen
Dave is also a long-time member of our congregation and a biology professor at St. Olaf.
May 17
Travelling Our Inner Spiritual Landscapes
Almut Furchert & Chuck Huff
Almut and Chuck will share insights from their experiences with Benedictine and monastic
spirituality
Be still and know that I am God.
~Psalm 46:10
Jesus would withdraw to deserted places and pray.
~Luke 5:16
Weekly Silent Meditation Practice
Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Each Thursday evening a group has been gathering in the
sanctuary around the Baptismal Font for a time of silent
meditation practice. We invite you to join us.
If you are interested or would like to know more please
speak with Pastors Donna or Marty, or simply show up on
any Thursday evening and join those of us.
We have been leaving the area around the Baptismal Font
set up for meditation throughout the week. Feel free to
make use of this space for your own quiet reflection any
time the church is open and the sanctuary is not in use.
These weekly gatherings include a brief welcome, a reading, poem, or scripture, a time of silent meditation (25
minutes), and a closing blessing.
Those of us who have been attending regularly are
finding this to be a blessed gift of quiet and stillness in
the midst of our noisy and busy lives. This pr actice is
open to all ages, though participation will involve sitting
in silent stillness for 30 minutes.
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Thank you Sunday School Teachers
Thank you for giving so much of your love and faith to our children and youth. You are such a blessing to us all.
Music: Lisa Weis
Nursery: Marla Erickson
Sunday School Superintendant: Diana Huseth
Sunday School Assistant: Al Mousel
Preschool & Kgtn– Diana Huseth & Marissa Thornton
1st Grade–Ellen Trotman, Melanie Feldhake, Kirsten Cahoon
2nd & 3rd Grade – Marilee Roby
4th Grade – John Mortensen
5thGrade – Scott & Kathy Klein and Kris Haines
6th Grade – Don Enberg & Steve Neil
7th & 8th Grade – Katie Holman, Mark Thornton &
Doug Totten, Ruth Dolan
9th-12th Grade – Jesse Steed & Matt Stelter
Thank you to our many substitute teachers as well. It takes many hands to do God’s work.
You have made a Godly impact in the life of a child this year.
Kids Club
May 1-2 – Kids Club Retreat at Three Crosses
Retreat Center, Cannon Falls - Swimming, campfires, exploring,
growing in faith and friendship. So much fun!
May 6 – End-of-the-Year Party (last day of Kids Club)
We will honor our graduating 5th graders & volunteers.
Thank you children, parents and volunteers for a great year!
A special thanks to Marilee Roby, Lisa Weis, Wendy Smith, Anne
Duncan & Jill Bohlen for helping with Kids Club programming all
year.
Sunday, May 17
Spring Plants
Arriving May 9/10
Thank you for supporting our children’s
programs through your plant purchases. The plants will
arrive Sat. morning, ~11am, May 9th. You are welcome to
help unload & sort the plants, and/or pick up your plant
purchases at the church on Saturday or Sunday morning.
Contact Kathy Hupf with questions.
9:40-10:40 am
NUMC Gym/Multi-purpose room
Parents and families welcome!
All preschool – 5th grade students will
present a talent as a class or individuals. All talents encouraged
– singing, dancing, skits, hula hooping, pyramid building, etc.,
special awards will be presented, 3rd graders
will receive their bible covers, class photos taken,
students and teachers recognized.
Join us for a great day celebrating our year of
growing in faith together!
It’s time to MOVE!! Grab your bikes, roller blades,
rib sticks, skate boards and let’s get moving with
God! Join us for a fun and faith-filled four days of
great friends, games, food, music, crafts, and amazing
stories that point us to Jesus! We’ll be rolling, moving, running and growing, discovering how the ordinary becomes extraordinary with God. Bring your
friends! Bring your neighbors, bring all your buddies
and join us for a week of Putting God’s Love into
Action at G-Force VBS!!
An All-Church picnic will follow the 10:45 worship service.
Please come! Bring the WHOLE family! It will be a wonderful
way to end our Sunday School year.
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Middle School Youth
grades 6-8
Final Middle School Fellowship – May 6
7th/8th Grade Ushers – N-Z: Sunday, May 17th
Those whose last names begin with A-M will meet in the Narthex at 10:35am before the service for instructions and preparation. Ushers are expected to attend the entire service.
Sign-up Now! – 7th/8th Grade Summer Camp – June 14-20
"L.Y.F.E. Camp" (Live Your Faith Everyday!) at Camp Koronis. Cost is $389/person. Fundraising and Campership opportunities are available - see Matt for details.
Senior High Youth
Confirmation Sunday – May 3
Graduating Seniors – “The After Life” – May 3
All graduating seniors are invited to attend a late-afternoon meal (4:00 – 5:30pm) at Hogan Bros. to discuss
plans for next year, talk about the Graduate Recognition Service on May 31st, and to talk about life after high
school. Please let the Pastors know whether or not you will be able to attend: [email protected]
Final Senior High Fellowship – May 13
Graduate Recognition Sunday – May 31
We will recognize and celebrate all of our graduating seniors during the 9:30am worship service. Refreshments
and fellowship in honor of the graduates will be in the Fellowship Hall following the service. Family and guests
are welcome!
Sign-up Now! – Senior High Amnicon Canoe Trip – June 28-July 3
We will canoe the Brule River on a 4-day whitewater canoe trip. The cost is $454/person.
Fundraising opportunities and camperships are available now – See Matt for details.
More information and regular updates are available at our website:
www.northfieldumc.org
Help Support Our Youth Ministry-Buy Kwik Trip Cards! Info at the Welcome Center
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May
10
Sunday
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Monday
27
8:45 AM Worship
9:45 AM Sunday
School
10:45 AM Worship
3:00 PM Confirmation
Rehearsal
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4
Confirmation Sunday
8:45 AM Worship
9:45 AM Sunday
School
10:45 AM Worship
Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
30
Friday
Saturday
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2
9:00 AM Bible Study
Super Wednesday
1:00 PM Staff Meeting
9:00 AM Care Team
7:00 PM Staff Parish Relations Committee
6:30 PM Silent Medita- Kid's Club Retreat
6:30 AM Men's
tion
Breakfast
Kid's Club Retreat
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9:00 AM Bible Study
1:00 PM Staff Meeting
7:00 PM Trustees
6:30 AM Men's
Last Super Wednesday 9:30 AM Mugs N'
9:00 AM Care Team
Muffins
Breakfast
6:30 PM Silent Meditation
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Mother's Day
8:45 AM Worship
9:45 AM Sunday
School
10:45 AM Worship
7:00 PM Esther 9:00 AM Bible Study
9:00 AM Care Team
11:30 AM Office Volunteer
Circle
Lunch
7:00 PM Stewardship &
Finance
6:30 PM Card Making Rummage Sale
6:30 PM Silent Medita- 6:30 AM Men's
tion
Breakfast
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Rummage Sale
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8:45 AM Worship
9:45 AM Sunday
School
10:45 AM Worship
7:00 PM Rene
wal Group
9:00 AM Bible Study
7:00 PM Administrative
Council Meeting
9:00 AM Care Team
4:00 PM Herald Deadline-June/July issue
6:30 PM Silent Medita- 6:30 AM Men's
tion
Breakfast
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9:30 AM Worship
Memorial DayOffice Closed
Annual Conference
9:00 AM Bible Study
1:00 PM Staff Meeting
Annual Conference
9:00 AM Care Team
6:30 AM Men's
Annual Conference
6:30 PM Silent Medita- Breakfast
tion
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He is at my right hand , I shall not be shaken . Therefore my heart is
glad , and my whole being rejoices.
~Psalm 16:8-9
SUPER WEDNESDAY
SCHEDULE
3:30 Kid’s Club
5:30 Shared Meal
6:30 Middle School
Fellowship:
1st & 3rd Wed.
6:30 High School
Fellowship
6:30 Adult Handbell
Choir
6:30 Knitting Group
7:00 Choir Rehearsal
7:30 Band Rehearsal
May
25
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Diane Hoselton-Genova 12
2
Marilyn Hanson
Justine Moder
3
Roger Dack
4
Richard Estenson
5
Scott Franz
Marjorie Hanson
Steven Neil
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Marti Veldman
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Robert Kalton
Adeline Wager
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Phillip Enberg
Kathy Hupf
Anna Mae Sjogren
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Brooke Collette
Brynley Merkle
Marty Raths
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Jeffrey Pritchard
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Cody Kimber
Dennis Randolph
Paul Roby
Lois Slinger
Dean Sorenmann
James Gill
Luke Harris
Kaci Henry
Julia Klein
RuthAbeth McElrath
Alex Smith
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Allan Cox
Matthew Franz
24
James Feyereisn
Kent Lundstrom
Amelia Monroe
Mitchell Quinnell
Ellen Titus
25
David Lean
Lilly Neily
Dawn Parrott
Max Weaver
15
Juellia Nelson
16
Doug Hiza
Jody Mousel
Larry Rew
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Hannah Farmer
Yoshiko Soltis
Camryn Stokes
Darlene Cox
Bob Hanisch
Chuck Moder
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Dominic Dennis
David Drentlaw
Benton Kodet
Becca Quinnell
Ellen Trotman
30
Kerry Hanson
Clay Oglesbee
28
Drew Weis
31
29
Kevin Keane
Preston Hoffer
Timothy Lloyd
White, Janet
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18
Nathan Barnes
Kerry Sexton
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Ronald Betzold
McKenzie Bisel
Pam Quinnell
20
Kerry Cipra
Debra Larsen
National and World Concerns:
● Those studying and working internationally: Sam Estenson
(Germany), Chelsea Koenigs Lane (Tanzania), Nathan
Raths (China), Tommy VanWylen (Japan), Lila Weaver
(Brazil) , Aimee Mousel (Japan), Ruth Dolan (St. Olaf Student, Costa Rica
● Prayers for those serving in the military in Iraq, Afghanistan
and around the world.
Joys and
Concerns
Prayers for:
 Our staff and congregation as we prepare to experience a
transition in pastoral leadership
 Pastors Rachel and Jerad and Pastors Donna and Marty in
this time of transition
Prayers of Celebration with:
 Doris Moeller following the birth of great-grandson, Cade
Morris, on February 28, child of Matt and Jackie Morris
Prayers of Sympathy for:
 Patty Neily and family, following the death of her father,
Bob Brown, on April 10
 David Mucha and family, following the death of his mother,
Daryl Ann Mucha, on March 31
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Remembering Those in Military Service
Luke Erickson, Jay Pederson,
and Eric Nordine
If you have family deployed in military service,
please let us know so that we can include
them in our prayers.
Building resilience within our congregation and community
through opportunities for adults to meaningfully
Connect, Grow, and Serve
as we navigate the transitions of aging
A Blessing from John O’Donohue
For Equilibrium
EngAging Our Inner Child
Like the joy of the sea coming home to shore,
May the relief of laughter rinse through your soul.
As the wind loves to call things to dance,
May your gravity by lightened by grace.
Like the dignity of moonlight restoring the earth,
May your thoughts incline with reverence and
respect.
As water takes whatever shape it is in,
So free may you be about who you become.
As silence smiles on the other side of what's said,
May your sense of irony bring perspective.
As time remains free of all that it frames,
May your mind stay clear of all it names.
On Friday, March 27th, a group of adults gathered for
an afternoon of light-hearted play. Marge Randolph and
Diane Genova dusted off their preschool teacher skills,
May your prayer of listening deepen enough
inviting us to sing and clap, to play and create artwork, to
to hear in the depths the laughter of God.
hear stories and to reminisce. Pastor Donna created an inJohn O’Donohue, To Bless the Space Between Us: A viting space, provided milk and cookies for our snack, and
helped us make a joyful noise with African drums and othBook of Blessings, p. 127.
er rhythm instruments. There was lots of laughter as we
let go of our grown-up cares and engaged our inner
The Sunday Lunch Connection
child. Watch for future opportunities to play…
This is a great opportunity to CONNECT over a meal
with those you may not know so well. Sign up at the
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Sunday Lunch Connection table in Fellowship Hall following worship. We meet at the restaurant at
about 12:15 p.m. in order to accommodate those who
attend the 10:45 a.m. worship service.
W.O.W. (Widows Or Widowers) will meet on Wednesday May 13th at 12:00 noon at Culvers. All widows and widowers are invited to attend. This
Here’s the May Sunday line-up:
group is convened by Orrin DeLong (645-7344)
May 3: Chapati, 214 Division St.
and Rev. Jeanne Martin.
May 10: Mothers’ Day – Mothers’ choice!
May 17: Come to the all-church shared meal!
May 24: Perkins Family Rest., 1401 Riverview Dr.
May 31: The Tavern, 212 Division St.
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Conference Love Offering
Every year all of our local United Methodist Churches in Minnesota
take a special Love Offering. This offering is received and dedicated
at Annual Conference which will be held in St. Cloud from May 28
– 30. Each year the offering goes to support an international, a national, and a Minnesota project. This year’s projects are as follows:
Grace Children’s Center in Vietnam
The United Methodist Church has a strong and growing presence in
Vietnam. 60% of the offering will support Grace Children’s Center
in Ho Chi Minh City, which provides childcare for parents and
schooling for children. The offering will help to pay off a loan for a
building, provide salary for current teachers and hire new teachers
and staff.
Church-School Partnership Grants
Our annual conference is encouraging churches to develop partnerships with a school in their community, and 30% of the offering will
support these efforts.
Volunteer in Mission Scholarships
As always, 10% will go toward providing Volunteer in Mission scholarships, giving mor e people the
opportunity to engage in hands-on mission work through our United Methodist Church.
In Conjunction with the 5th Bridge
Now is a good time to go through some things and do some cleaning out.
DATE OF THE SALE: May 15 & 16
We will be accepting items beginning
Wednesday, May 13
in the Fellowship Hall.
In addition to you donations, we are also in need of workers.
Sign-up sheets are available at the Welcome Center.
All of the proceeds from the sale will go to our mission projects
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DELIVER A MEAL AND A SMILE!!!
S.A.L.T. Shaker
This periodic email is sent out when we
have specific and immediate volunteer
needs. If you have not received the
S.A.L.T. Shaker and would like to,
please let us know in the church office. If you are receiving the S.A.L.T.
Shaker and would rather not, there is a
place on the email where you can
“unsubscribe.”
NUMC will be delivering meals for Meals on Wheels starting Sunday, May 17th through Saturday, May 23rd. This is a
great opportunity to help our seniors and those convalescing by
providing a warm, nutritious meal and a smile. Those of you who
have volunteered in the past know what a simple yet fulfilling experience this is. The folks that receive these meals are always
appreciative. Routes generally involve 4-8 stops and take no
longer than a hour to complete.
There will be a sign up sheet at the visitor/
volunteer desk in the hall beginManger Inn
ning Sunday, April 26th. If you have not
Owned by 25 community partners with several of the partners
delivered before - an information sheet will
being members of our congregation, Manger Inn provides affordbe available. Any questions can be diable housing for low income persons, as well as emergency
rected to Liz Littlefield at 952 334 8812.
housing in collaboration with our local Community Action Center.
Help is needed with maintenance and upkeep of the facilities and T h a n k y o u i n a d v a n c e f o r
major cleaning of the apartments between residents. Contact your participation. This is an just one example of our Service Ministry's important
Person: Mike Behr 645-6067
role in the community!
Manger Inn is a ”not for
profit” low income housing
project located on Highway 3
in Northfield, MN.
The name given to the housing project is in response the
story in the Bible that there was no room at the Inn
for Christ’s birth and HIS bed was a manger. Manger
Inn was conceived of and established by some of the
members of the Northfield United Methodist Church
Friday morning men’s breakfast group. The mission
and realized purpose of the housing project is to provide rental housing that is affordable for families and
or persons in need of a place to live in Northfield.
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Fourteen years have passed since Manger Inn was
established by converting existing Motel buildings
into family living units. Hundreds of VOLUNTEER
hours of work as well as financial and material donations have provided seven living units to people who
were in need of an affordable place to live in Northfield.
Manger Inn is always in need of help to maintain the
grounds and to repair and prepare the housing units in
preparation for the arrival of new tenants.
Spring time means a time for refreshing the grounds
and any help to maintain and refresh the Manger Inn
property would be welcomed by the residents and
management of Manger Inn. Our Service Ministries
Team is planning a SALT event for you to join.
Come and lend a helping hand!
May is declared to be National Asthma and Allergy Awareness
Month by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
That is because May is the peak season for asthma and allergy
sufferers. “Asthma is a disease of the lungs in which airways become blocked or narrowed causing breathing difficulties.” Nearly
26 million Americans are affected by this chronic (long-term) disease. Allergies are diseases of the immune system which “cause
overreacting to substances called allergens.” Allergies are categorized by time of year, where the symptoms occur on the body, and
by kind of trigger.
When exposed to triggers, muscles in the walls of the airways constrict and tissues lining the airways may swell and become inflamed. Extra mucus may be produced. Because of narrowed air
passages, a person develops shortness of breath. This difficult breathing is called an asthma attack or asthma episode. In children often the term “Reactive Airway Disease” is used when asthma
is suspected but the diagnosis has not yet been confirmed.
Triggers are different for each person. A big part of controlling asthma or allergy episodes is by
knowing which triggers affect you. Some examples of triggers are allergies (to pollen, dust, mold,
feathers, etc.) irritants (such as smoke, aerosol sprays, paint fumes), and weather (breathing cold
air or very humid air). Even pleasant odors such as scented candles and perfumes may cause
coughing, wheezing, or shortness of breath in a person with asthma. Recognizing early warning
signs can give a person time to avoid an asthma attack by moving from the irritant, resting, or taking
medication. Severe asthma attacks can be life threatening and immediate emergency care is necessary.
Individual treatment programs should be developed between you and your physician. Some people
may need a special diet, others may need medication, and some people may need allergy injections. Infections need special attention and early treatment. The more you and your family know
about asthma and allergies, the better the treatment results will be.
Olive Oil and Soap Available
Palestinian Fair Trade, extra virgin, cold pressed, olive oil is available for $20 for a 750 ml bottle and olive oil soap for $5.00 per bar.
The proceeds support The Shepherd Society and the farmers of
Palestine. The olive oil and soap are available in the church office
during office hours, or by contacting Pastor
Marty, Darlene Cox or June Hiza.
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Rev. Rachel McIver Morey and
Rev. Jerad Morey
with their sons,
Abraham (5) and Heron (2)
Our Church Staff
Pastors
Marty Raths
Donna Buell
Parish Nurse
Ruth Kruse
Office Administrator
Nancy Finnila
Children’s & Family Ministries
Kathy Hupf
Youth Ministries
Matt Stelter
Worship & Music
Wendy Smith
Organists /Accompanists
Bob Henstein
Cathy Rodland
Choir Director
Ron Rodman
Handbell Director
Marilyn Wing
Projection Coordinator
Molly Peterson
Custodian
Margie Brockton
Adult Education Coordinator
Drew Weis
(Volunteer)
Sunday School Superintendent
Diana Huseth
(Volunteer)
Treasurer
John Stull
(Volunteer)
Web Site
Jesse Steed
Michelle Pritchard
(Volunteer)
Retired Clergy
Wayne Abdella
Carl Caskey
Richard Collman
Ken Fineran
Jeanne Martin
Mary Keen
Gordon Orde
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UNITED METHODIST CHU RCH
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Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-5689
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"Offering Christ"
LAST SUPER WEDNESDAY
Meal for the Season
May 6: Build your own Nachos, toppings, green salad, brownies
Service Trip to
Camp Kowakan Near Ely
See you in the fall!
The Weekend of May 22-25
Card Making with Margie
Thursday, May 14, 2015
from 6:30-9:00 p.m.
In the Fellowship Hall
Cost: $10 to cover supply costs
Join us for a fun evening of
making greeting cards with
Margie Brockton, an exceptionally talented cardcrafter from our church.
She will have all the supplies needed. Contact Margie with questions at 507-
Our Service Ministries Team is exploring the
possibility of having a group from our church
spend a long weekend at Camp Kowakan
near Ely. Camp Kowakan is one of our United
Methodist Camps, and it is the launching point
for groups going into the boundary waters.
This service trip would be for all ages, and it
would involve helping to get the camp ready
for the summer season as well as taking
some time to enjoy hiking, canoeing, campfires, and the beauty of God’s creation.
If you are interested in being
a part of the group, speak
with Jim Dale,
Mary Lynn Oglesbee or
Pastors Donna and Marty.