Sedona SUM Good News Sedona United Methodist Church 110 Indian Cliffs Road Sedona, AZ 86336 United Methodist Church SUM GOOD NEWS April & May 2015 Phone: 928-282-1780 Fax: 928-282-6377 Email: sedo naum c.az@gm ail.co m Website: www.sedonaumc.org Office Hours: Mo n. – Thurs. 9:00 to 4:00 Special Mother’s Day Concert featuring Rev. Dr. Lily Chou In honor of all mothers for Mother’s Day, Dr. Lily Chou will perform a concert with focus on the theme of “Love.” Chou will play composers spanning almost 250 years and encompassing the baroque, classical, romantic and contemporary periods. She will tell the story of why each composer wrote that particular work, whether it is his love for his God, his country, his parent or child, his sibling or friend, his teacher, or student or even a pet! Knowing the background stories, is sure to enhance your listening pleasure. The entire “love” offering will be donated to the church, so please bring friends and be generous. Sedona United Methodist Church Mission Statement Our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ by Welcoming all people, Worshiping God joyfully, Caring for each person, Discovering Christ’s transforming love, and Serving God’s world. Vision Statement To share the happiness that is Christianity for all people. 16 Dr. Lily Chou has been our music director since last September. She is a retired Methodist ordained minister of the N.C. Conference, having served eight Methodist churches. She began piano lessons at age five in Hong Kong and came to the U.S. for her college education. She received a B.A. cum laude from Bob Jones University, majoring in piano and minoring in English; a M.S. from Juilliard School of Music, a D.M.A. from Duke Divinity School. She has performed in five continents and in such prestigious halls as Tchaikovsky Hall in Moscow, Carnegie Hall in New York, Chicago Cultural Center, Sanders Theatre of Harvard, and city halls in major cities of the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, etc. "Love" A Mother's Day Concert With Rev. Dr. Lily Chou Sedona UMC's very own Director of Music Ministries, Accomplished Pianist and Musician Sunday, May 10th at 2:00 p.m. Free will offering to benefit the church Root Beer Floats will be served after the concert You are Invited! Chou was once broadcast live on TV for 300,000,000 when she played Beethoven’s Fourth Concerto with the China Broadcasting Symphony Orchestra. She has taught in several universities and colleges in this country, Taiwan and the Philippines. Over forty of her graduates overseas have received their high degrees in the USA. Lily and her husband, Leland, have been residents of Sedona for five years. They have two sons, Philip and Leon and a granddaughter who is one and another coming in May! Lily’s vision is that many will come to know the love of God through the language of music -- whereas once she sneaked a little God into her music, now she sneaks a little music into her God. 1 In honor of those who will be resurrected. Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday, CLOSED 928-282-1780; Fax: 928-282-6377 Email: [email protected] Website: www.sedonaumc.org Published monthly by Sedona United Methodist Church, keeping members and friends informed of programs of the church and reporting news about the congregation. Deadline is the 15th of the previous month. Worship Service: Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Communion: first Sunday of the month. Celebrations: 2nd Sunday of the month. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Our Church Staff: All Members of the Church Ministers Rev. Dr. Jimelvia P. Martin Senior Pastor Rev. Arland Averill Rev. Phyllis Averill Rev. Tom Bush Pastors/Retired Maude Johns Missionary /Retired Scot Munro Lay Leader Rev. Dr. Lily Chou Music Director Mary Luttrell Keyboardist Richard Batka Custodian Carol Taylor Nursery Vicki Loeding Administrative Assistant Gayle Macklin Bookkeeper Dr. Rick Brothers; Pat DiMillo Wellness Ministry Ellen Brooks Caring Lay Ministry Bishop Robert T. Hoshibata Desert Southwest Annual Conference Rev. Gary Kennedy District Superintendent In Loving Memory: Rev. David Ellsworth, 1922 – 2011 Founding Pastor Drewer Johns, 1919 - 2012 Retired Missionary Love Pastor J. Ray and I appreciate the concern and caring everyone has shown. During the past couple of months and my 6 weeks of hospitalization, it has meant so much to have received so much love, support, cards, visits and prayers. Please accept our thank you's for all of your help and the prayer quilt that I used every day. In the Shadow of the Cross By Marvin Hinton There is a shadow across the land it reaches far abroad to cover each and everyone Who needs a loving God. Brenda Strom It shows no partiality to color or to creed but offers simple loving grace to fill each humble need. March 9 Dear Rev. Martin. Just a quick note to express our appreciation for your church's hospitality this past Sunday. We felt very much at home and enjoyed the loaf, flowers and kazoo (we return to Canada on my wife's birthday--March 25th). Also, a real pleasure to meet you and the others. We enjoyed your spirited sermon very much indeed. We have enclosed a few pics for you. Many blessings to you and Sedona United Methodist Church. No one’s taller than another there is no gain or loss. For everyone is equal In the Shadow of the Cross Rev. Rod Bennett (and Daphne) Please continue in prayer for Marvin & Barbara Hinton, Lorraine Godbold, Phyllis & Arland Averill, and Brenda Strom. * Please notify church office to update. Dear Jimelvia and UMC, Thank you so much for your incredible support of Young Life. Letting us use your facilities for our Leadership Fellowship enables us to pour into our leaders and set them up to be poured out into the lives of lost kids across Northern Arizona. I am so thankful for the blessing and partnership with the Methodist Church. Thank You! Jon Boothe Like us on Facebook! We currently have 94 likes and would love to hit 100 “Likes”. The website has some new features! Website: www.sedonaumc.org “There’s going to be a grocery cart at church? ” Check out: Sunday Sermons online Online Prayer Requests A Photo Gallery “What’s this all about?” Watch and you’ll find out soon. 2 15 Church Office Update From SPRC "Save the Date": Saturday- June 6 UMW Annual Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show Beginning with the first week of January, 2015, our Administrative Assistant’s hours have been reduced due to budget limitations. Vicki now works 18 hours per week instead of her previous 28 hours per week. Vicki is in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:004:00 and works from home a half day on Wednesdays. On Mondays and Wednesdays, we do our best to cover the office with volunteers. So, between Vicki and the office volunteers, we are usually able to staff the office Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The office remains closed on Fridays. More details will be forthcoming and registration will start in May. Questions - call or email Linda Nelson.928-301-4691. [email protected] A Time to Celebrate We are extremely thankful for both our faithful office volunteers and for Vicki! Gary Kennedy Because of her reduced hours, Vicki’s focus is mainly on the bulletins and newsletters. Please be thoughtful in what extra requests you make of Vicki as her time is limited. Thank you for your support. Thursday, April 30th from 3:00-5:00PM Additional office volunteers are needed. Please call the church office if you can help. Asbury Hall First Phoenix United Methodist Church 5510 North Central, Phoenix (Central & Missouri) I would like to thank my SUMC Family for all the prayers of peace and comfort, for the many cards, and for the beautiful flowers. It has meant so much to me while grieving the loss of my Mom, Rose. The event will include: Finger Desserts A Silent Auction of Gary’s most prized memorabilia (Proceeds to benefit the Central West in their Annual Conference Mission Project) Could you volunteer to help in the nursery one Sunday morning a month, or fill in occasionally as a substitute? We are required to have two people in the nursery each Sunday, so we need one volunteer in addition to our regular staff person, Carol. If you can help, please contact Vicki in the church office at 928-282-1780. A special musical presentation by: Strings Attached of Prescott A ‘Restaurant Gift Card Tree’ will be available for those who would like to participate Friends, Food, Fun, Laughter & A Good Time! Thoughts, memories, pictures, and stories you may have of Gary are being collected for a special album. Please email to: [email protected] I greatly appreciate all the volunteers and substitutes who helped in the office and Barb Chandler who coordinated the effort to keep the church office open while I was gone. I wish to thank Pastor for her pastoral care during my time in MN and now during my grief. Thank You! Vicki Loeding NAME TAGS The Welcome Team would like to remind everyone to please wear your name tags on Sunday mornings. If you’ve never received a name tag, or would like to order one with a magnet, please ask Vicki in the office to add your name to the name tag list. We will soon have engraved, magnetic name tags available for purchase for approx. $8.00 each. Lanyard and pin-type name tags are available at no cost. Thank you. Let’s honor Gary with a fantastic ‘send off’! RSVP before April 27th by return email or call: Janet Keffer: 623-977-0701 or [email protected] Sponsored by The Central West Superintendent’s Committee 14 3 Health and Caring Ministries “Did You Know?” One of our 2015 goals is to provide transportation to worship services for those members who are in need of a ride. Please call 24 hours in advance: West Sedona Pat Dimillo Cornville Alice Stephenson Sedona Dr. Rick Brothers Rimrock/Camp Verde Pam Wrigley VOC Denise Jurgensen 909-557-7512 928-634-1959 928-554-4501 928-567-8578 928-284-6898 MIGHT YOU HAVE A PRIZE FOR OUR ESOL WORD BINGO NIGHT? Church members are welcome to join our enthusiastic ESOL students and their families for a Potluck-Bingo on Night April 28 at 5:30pm in Fellowship Hall. Following supper we will play “Word Bingo” called by our students. WE COULD USE DONATED PRIZES: Easy to read books, movie tickets, meal coupons, cash cards, anything of nominal value-$15 or less. Even slightly loved, clean, new looking white elephant prizes are welcome. Just remember, if you play and win, you might get back the prize you donated (so make it good!) Please call Suzie Dunn or tag your donation for ESOL Bingo and drop it off in the office. Contact Suzie for further information. 928-284-4707 or [email protected] 5th Annual Swap Meet Saturday, May 2, from 8 a.m. until Noon Church’s Front Parking Lot Our 5th Annual Swap Meet, sponsored by the Special Events Team (SET), will be held in the church’s front parking lot Saturday morning, May 2nd, from 8 until noon. The Swap Meet started 5 years ago when the Sunday School Class studied Adam Hamilton’s “Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity”. The intention is to have fun while simplifying your life by ridding your home of clutter and things you have been holding onto that you think others will appreciate. Our history at SUMC is that some folks sell gently used items, knickknacks, kitchen items, collections, crafts, etc. What you don’t sell, you take home or drop it off at one of the local thrift stores. SUMC participants are asked to give a minimum of 10% of the money collected from their sales. More is always welcome. Proceeds benefit the General Fund and Verde Valley Sanctuary. How do you get involved? There are 30 spaces available. You can choose from 6 foot or 8 foot tables or bring your own. Sign-ups will begin on Easter, April 5th. SUMC members will be given first choice. After April 19th, we will open up to outside vendors which will be allowed with a $25 deposit. As usual, SET will provide the advertising. A tip sheet is available on the sign-up poster. If you have questions, please contact Cheryl Henriksen or Suzie Dunn. 4 STEWARDSHIP: SPRUCING UP THE CHURCH PROPERTY The Trustees and friends worked hard on Saturday morning, March 21. Please take time to thank them as your see them around the church. A special thanks to our custodian, Richard Batka, who works so well with the Trustees to keep our church safe, secure and clean. Bruce Bramblett Carol Keller Herb Hanks Barb Chandler Jeff Dunn Jim Keller Gail Davis Lyle Branch Terry Cook Lynn Goodman Doug Hersey Kat Bramblett Suzie Dunn 13 Wellness Notes — Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.” Luke 6:38 ESV As we enter this Easter Season, having walked the Lenten journey and faced our wilderness experience, let us look now where we go from here. We strive to be more like our Lord with giving as our focus. However, I am frequently reminded how we may look at giving so strongly, that we forget to look at RECEIVING. I am reminded of a dear friend who was one of the most 'giving' individuals I have ever met. She was always available to council, listen, reach out, supply resources and love teach, and assist in every sort of trial faced by those she loved. This was just her personality, gifts, and calling. She was always the "Cheerful Giver" who could be counted on when the journey got rough. Countless members of her family, faith community, and surrounding community were the beneficiaries of her loving care. Then came the day that she was in need. It was sudden, devastating, and unexpected. No longer was she able to reach out and give. She and her loved ones needed help and support. It was, however, so very difficult for her to be a "Cheerful Receiver". She felt undeserving, uncertain, and distressed, knowing she needed what others could give, yet feeling guilty, uncomfortable, and unable to lovingly accept what they had to offer. This became a difficult situation. Those who loved her were so called to reach out and give, they saw needs she had that their gifts could fill, they wanted so desperately to 'give back' some of the loving care that they had received from her in the past. It seemed like there was no way they could get around the hesitancy they perceived from their loved one. Here is where we all need practice!! "Give and it well be given to you", "Ask and you well receive", "As you give, so shall you receive"--we have heard this over and over in our life. BUT, do we realize that the one giving must have a 'fertile field' onto which to plant their gifts? The one to whom they are giving must be willing and able to receive what if offered. That takes practice!! --Can we easily say "THANK YOU"? (refraining from the popular "No Problem" response!) --Can we easily welcome the hugs, smiles, meals, transportation, resources, listening ears, and shoulders to cry on? --Can we allow ourselves to see the love held out by the giver, and practice gratitude, graciousness, and calm in the face of the gift? --Can we see in the eyes and action of the one giving to us, the need to be needed, the drive to return a loving kindness, and the loving hand of Jesus that is reaching out to us? As we journey ahead from the Easter experience, let us practice cheerful receiving, loving patience in the receiving of other's gifts, and gratitude for the 'returned favors' and love that comes our way. In this way, we refill our pitchers and are better able to pour out again to others. As we give, let us also learn to receive. Alice Stephenson BSN,RN, Parish Nurse (Retired) SUMC Health Corner Disclaimer The SUMC “Health Corner” features informative articles by Lyman R. Brothers, III MD, Alice Stephenson, RN, and Pat Dimillo on health and nutrition. These articles are written by health professionals from the congregation as a service to their church family. If you have any ideas about future articles, please let Vicki Loeding in the office know and she will pass on the requests to us. Assisting in Worship April & May at 9:30 a.m. April 19 Liturgist: Kenn Trout Greeters: Doug & Janie McDaniel Ushers: Jim Latham, George Dana, Scot Munro, Mike Givler Children’s Time April 26 Liturgist: Alice Stephenson Greeters: Al & Anna Schneck Ushers: Jim Keller, Lynn Frank, Cheryl Henriksen, Joe Huff April: Worship May: Christian Education & Library Team June: Finance Team July: Choir May 3 Liturgist: Dale Compton Greeters: Glenn & Jan Snowberger Ushers: Terry Sidwell, Al Schneck, Don Reilly, Rick Brothers May 10 Liturgist: Jeff Dunn Greeters: David & Linda Allardice Ushers: Steve Nelson, Herb Hanks, Larry Herman May 17 Liturgist: Dave Johnson Greeters: Rick & Jane Brothers Ushers: Jim Latham, George Dana, Scot Munro, Mike Givler May 24 Liturgist: Doug McDaniel Greeters: Freda Wrons & Ellen Brooks Ushers: Jim Keller, Lynn Frank, Cheryl Henriksen, Joe Huff May 31 Liturgist: Don Reilly Greeters: Gene & Barbara Chandler Ushers: Terry Sidwell, Al Schneck, Don Reilly, Rick Brothers This article is for information only and is not intended to replace evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment by your health care professional. Fellowship Teams: August: SPRC September: Welcome Team October: Nominating Committee November: Trustees December: UMW Prayers The churches of the Central-West District are praying for each other again this year. During the months of April and May please pray for: Justa Center, Phoenix City Square, Phoenix Faith, Phoenix Lakeview, Sun City Sun City First Youngtown Prescott Alice Stephenson BSN,RN,PN 12 5 Introducing the “IGNITE” Project The purpose of the $2,000 gift to each church from our Conference Bishop was to inspire us to create an ORIGINAL project which would renew enthusiasm and joy church wide, provide outreach to the community, and possibly be a fundraising event. Selecting from an extensive list of 50 projects, our plan is to produce one to four LIVE productions of Biblical events, modernized and highlighting religious events and holidays. Hence the name, “SUMC LIVE.” The primary event would be a brightly decorated church for Christmas with a manger scene with some live “actors” and animals. Hopefully, this will draw visitors and perhaps eventually we will be joined by other nearby churches, even in a competition. The concept was based on the “Red Rock Fantasy” previously done at Los Abrigados in Sedona. We will need some donations of used Christmas lights, greenery, statues, etc. which will minimize the cost. This brings to life a major Biblical event and attracts people to our church like the pumpkin patch did. In fact, if we work with the Key Club at the high school or Young Life, we may be able to bring back the pumpkin patch. A second project of expanding the Vacation Bible School at our church into a week-long “day camp” in the fall and spring could also include live productions of Biblical stories and parables at the camp. Currently the committee now consists of only Gene Chandler and Ellen Brooks. Representatives from other committees are invited to join us. We began the IGNITE Project on Palm Sunday with a Procession of Palms, following the choir into the church, and welcoming ALL into the Sanctuary and again welcoming ALL to our Fellowship time after the service with a Procession of the Palms. We look forward to another event in the summer. If you are interested in joining our planning sessions, please contact Ellen Brooks at (928)282-4848. 6 11 Phoenix Boys Choir in Concert at SUMC Monday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. April Celebrations May Celebrations This event is sponsored by the Missions Team! We will take a free will offering to benefit both the Phoenix Boys Choir and Sedona UMC. Please consider helping with this event. The Choir will be spending the night in Sedona. We are looking for folks to open their homes for an overnight stay. There will be 30 boys who will need accommodations along with a sack lunch for the next day. We will also feed them dinner before the concert. For more information, please contact Wendy Treash. UMW May 7 at 9:30 a.m. On May 7, United Methodist Women will have a “Fun-On-Mother’s Day meeting. Maude Johns gave birth to six children in India. Lee Conrad gave birth to a daughter in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Pam Wrigley has four adopted children. Linda Nelson delivered one eager baby at home. Do you have something related to a newborn that you would like to share? All mothers are invited to participate. Please call Carol Keller at 204-9627 to register to talk. All women of the church are welcome! The meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. 8th Mitzvah Day of Volunteering Sunday, May 3 10 Pat Heard 15 Kathy Huff 19 Murle Daugherty Wilson 1 Don & Marie Reilly 21 Bruce & Kat Bramblett 25 Bob & Janis Shuman 25 Ric & Jeanette Mumy-Smith 27 Karen & David Johnson 30 Bob & Joan Jensen “Story of Jesus” 10 Gene Chandler 11 Al Schneck 14 Gail Davis 14 Lynn Frank 14 Elizabeth Lukeman 14 Jim Pryke 16 Kat Bramblett 16 Bob Jensen 24 Chris Gosser 25 Linda Cline 25 Jim Fletcher 25 Dee Thompson 26 Terry Sidwell 29 Rick Brothers 31 Megan Carder 6 Josef & Lois Anetzberger 17 Kate & Dale Jankowski 25 Michael & Jean Givler 28 Jim & Marlene Latham Bracelets The amount collected toward the mortgage reduction fund is $16,000! On “Mitzvah (Good Deed) Day, projects will be offered in the Sedona/Cornville/ Cottonwood/Village of Oak Creek areas. Examples of volunteer opportunities are sewing and making blankets, addressing cards for service men, helping with church gardens, handyman work, etc. Bracelets are available most Sundays in Fellowship Hall, or call the church office: 282-1780, Doris Phillips: 284-1063, or Barbara Chandler: 282-5423 10 Men’s Breakfast Saturday, May 9 at 8:30 a.m. Golden Goose Café www.goldengoosecafe.com Please bring a can of food for the Food Bank. 7 Classes & Groups Men’s & Women’s Bible Study Mondays at 6:30 p.m. in the conference room. Hanna’s Prayer Circle Mondays at 9:00 a.m. at a private residence Holy Boldness Men’s Bible Study Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-10 a.m. in the conference room. Anna’s Circle Thursdays at 9:45 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall Holy Spirit Bible Study Saturdays at 10:00 am. Every two weeks at Denise Jurgensen’s. Monday Night Bible Discussion Group Every Monday Night at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room We are starting a new study on “Twelve Women of the Bible” by Lysa Terkeurst . New session begins Monday, April 20th...so it would be a great time to visit and join our group. If questions, contact J'net Mumy Smith 206.719.1905 Anna’s Circle Thursdays at 9:45 a.m. Does God always keep his promises? Can an individual, with God’s help, change the world around them? Anna’s Circle explores these and other questions as they study the book of Exodus. Lively discussions, a caring fellowship, and the desire to study God’s word is characteristic of the group. Anna’s Circle meets on Thursday at 9:45 a.m. (except the 1st Thursday of the month when UMW meets) in the Fellowship Hall. The study is open to all women and we especially welcome new members. Please join us! Christian Education News St. Pat’s Day Silent Auction Jan Shuman and the Christian Education Team would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed items for the St. John Vianney St. Pat’s Day Silent Auction. The donations from SUMC were most generous. The final tallies on the fundraiser are not yet in, but Betty McGinnis of St. John Vianney stated that she expected the results to be “very good.” Membership Class Holy Spirit Bible Study Megan Carder will be teaching a Membership Class for Odie Overbee and Carl Williams. Many thanks to Megan for taking time out of her busy schedule, as a Kindergarten teacher at West Sedona School and as a fulltime mother of 2, to teach this class. Upon completion of the class, Odie and Carl will be confirmed as members of the SUMC congregation. Next session April 18, Held every two weeks — 10 a.m.-Noon The Holy Spirit Bible Study meets at the residence of Denise Jurgensen. Address is 205 Rimrock Ride, VOC. For more information call 928-284-6898. Summer Church Camp Holy Boldness Men’s Bible Study Wednesday Mornings – 9:00AM The brochures about Summer Church Camp at Mingus Mountain are now available and can be picked up in either the church office or from Jan Shuman. This Bible study group is currently discussing the Book of Romans. So far, we have discussed the relationship of Jew and Gentile in God’s overall plan for redemption. We’ve also debated, as Paul does, the topics of faith versus works, law and grace, sin and righteousness, judgment and justification. This camp is open to all children from elementary through high school. However, the week long camps fill quickly, so applications should be submitted soon. Payment in full does not need to be made at the time of the registration; however, a registration fee must accompany the application in order to reserve a place for the child or youth. In a one hour open discussion format, which begins with a word of prayer, we seek to discover God’s message to the 21st Century Christian grappling with these same issues. After that time of reading, reflection and discussion, we sometimes finish with more questions than answers. Anyone may sponsor a child by helping to pay their the camp fees. Please write a check payable to Sedona United Methodist Church and mark the envelope “Summer Church Camp.” The moneys will be divided equally among the SUMC children who wish to attend camp this summer. This will help offset the cost of attending summer church camp. For these children and youth, Summer Church Camp at Mingus Mountain will be a highlight of their summer break. As we leave the group each week, we are thankful for the many insightful comments and observations of our fellow class members. 8 Adult Sunday School Class SUMC would like to resume the Sunday Morning Adult Sunday School Class. The class could have two sessions: 8:00 a.m. (before church service) 10:45 a.m. (after church service — so that choir may participate) The format is flexible. Topics and study material could be decided by the group. The sessions are also flexible: short term, 6-8 weeks with leaders taking turns. Please sign up in the Narthex or contact: Jan Shuman, chairman of Christian Education Team [email protected] VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2015 YOU are needed for Vacation Bible School. VBS is looking for volunteers to help with the best summer program in Sedona. June 8-12 (9-12 daily) St. John Vianney Church For all children K through grade 6 (Preschool for ages 4 and 5) Volunteer for 1 day, a few days, or for all 5 days. Help is needed in all areas. Help to give the children of Sedona and the Verde Valley a week to remember all summer long. There will be a sign up sheet in the SUMC Narthex. OR, contact: Jan Shuman 928-203-0586 [email protected] 9
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