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Our Mission:
Our Method:
Our Motto:
Our Vision:
Making Disciples of Jesus Christ
Helping people Know Christ, Grow in Christ,
and Go in Christ
I am a minister called by God, gifted by the Holy Spirit,
ordained through baptism. I am a minister and I will
offer my gifts in service to Christ.
A loving, caring, overcoming community of faith
centered in Jesus Christ
Office 405.692.4242 * Fax 405.692.4271 * www.saokc.org
November 2014
DA Good News
Though my mother was born and raised on a farm, I know
very little about farming. Sure, some of my childhood was
spent riding on the tractor with my grandfather, but for a
small boy that is more quality time with someone you love
and being made to feel important by his peers than it was
actual hard work. I guess that is something I know about
farming. It is hard work!
If you were to talk with a farmer, they would likely tell you
that there are certain things that they all do to bring a good
yield from their sowing. They have practices to help bring
in a good harvest. The same is true for churches. Growing
churches have strategies or habits that help spur the growth
of the church in bringing people to Christ. If we expect to
reap a harvest, then we must sow for a harvest! We are
developing a budget and our ministry plan for 2015 this
month but that is not going to produce much fruit unless we
are equipped for the hard work we must do. Thus, we will
ask God to equip us in these habits so that our harvest is
fruitful. What are the things that we should do to make
disciples, and become a loving, caring, overcoming
community of faith centered in a relationship with
Jesus? That is what we will remember this November.
Grace and peace,
D.A.
P.S. Charge Conference is scheduled for Sunday,
December 7, at 1:30pm at New Life UMC. •
Upward Evaluations
Saturday, November 1, 8:30am
Sunday, November 2, 2:00pm
•
OCC Shoebox Stuffing Party
Thursday, November 13, 5:30pm
•
CORD Bells Festival
Saturday, November 15, 8:00am
•
Coffee with the Pastor
Sunday, November 16, 4:00pm
•
Youth Turkey Olympics
Wednesday, November 19, 6:00pm
•
Paint with a Pro - Christmas
Thursday, November 20, 6:00pm
•
Advent Begins
Sunday, November 30
Sermon Series
In November, come hear Pastor D.A. preach
on how to “Live Generously!” Bring your
family and bring your friends!
November 2 - Come to the Table
November 9 - By Design
November 16 - Do You Dare?
November 23 - He Is
D.A. Bennett - Senior Pastor
David Johnson - Associate Pastor/Adult Ministries & Missions
Ginny Pass - Director of Music & Worship
Susan Robinson - Director of Children’s Ministry
Laura Aldridge - Director of Membership & Care
Jonathon Clinesmith - Director of Student Ministries
Darlene Power - Office Manager
Elaine Stults - Finance/Business Manager
Hazel Dodrill - Contributions
Lesa Stiger - Website Administrator
Kim McKinley - Director of Communications
Brandy Champeau - Nursery Supervisor
Heather Ward - Director of Blessed Beginnings
Neal Zaloudik - Facilities Manager
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For Boys and Girls
K5 - 6th Grade
REGISTER NOW! Online registration link can be found at www.saokc.org!
EVALUATIONS - Saturday, November 1, 8:30am-12:00pm and
Sunday, November 2, 2:00pm-5:00pm
COFFEE WITH
THE PASTOR
Have you been wanting to find out more about our
church? Have you been thinking about joining St.
Andrew’s? On Sunday, November 16, at 4:00pm, you
are invited to our monthly “Coffee with the Pastor.”
During this informal time, you’ll hear the story of St.
Andrew’s, our mission, method and vision, and we’ll lift up our five membership
expectations. After a question and answer time, inquirers are free to go. Persons interested in membership are invited to remain for a time of commitment. Membership at
St. Andrew’s is a great way to “get connected!”
Tastes of the Season
Saturday, December 13
10:00am-12:00pm
FREE tastings of homemade holiday treats!
IF YOU’D LIKE TO ENTER A RECIPE and share
samples at the event, please visit the table in the
Fellowship Area beginning Sunday, November 2
for instructions and registration forms!
Charge Conference
St. Andrew’s will be joining Moore 1st,
New Life, Cross Timbers, Sunny Lane and
First Korean for our annual Charge Conference. The conference is scheduled for Sunday, December 7, at 1:30pm at New Life
UMC. The devotion will be given by Rev.
Greg Tener, District Superintendent. All are
welcome to attend.
Mexican Train
Anyone 18 years and older is invited to
come and play Mexican Train dominoes on
Friday, November 14, in the MTC (B10).
Set-up and snacks begin at 6:30pm and play
begins at 7:00pm. Nursery is not provided.
Bring a friend and a dessert or appetizer to
share. RSVP to Sue Adams at 691-4650 or
[email protected].
Bunko Night
Anyone 18 years and older is invited to
come play Bunko on Friday, November 21,
at 6:00pm (play begins at 6:30pm). Cost is
$5. Bring a friend and a dessert or appetizer
to share. Nursery is not provided. RSVP by
contacting Jan Stahl at 692-1371 or
[email protected].
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Men’s
Breakfast
All men are welcome to be
a part of the St. Andrew’s
United Methodist Men’s
group. They will have their
monthly breakfast meeting
on Saturday, November 15, at 8:00am at Willow Creek Country
Club. Come enjoy some good food and even better discussion!
For more information on the UMM, contact Terry Byers, president, at 414-3994.
Stewardship Note
If you would like your
financial contributions to
St. Andrew’s made by
automatic withdrawal,
please contact Hazel
Dodrill at 692-4242, ext.
107.
Prepare the Way Financial Update
Prepare the Way Total Funds Rec’d
Prepare the Way Total Rec’d in 2014
Balance of Loan
$1,018,952
$212,588
$237,372
LORD,
What do YOU want to do
through ME?
Keep Us Updated!
Just a friendly reminder to keep us updated on all your current
contact information: address, phone number, cell phone and email
addresses. You can email the information to [email protected]
or call 692-4242. Thanks for your help in keeping us connected!
In Our Prayers
Joys & Concerns received during September and October 2014
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Expectant Mothers: Lacey Shields Berry, Haley Billeck, Angie Waples, Aryn Wright, Courtney Wright Adams, Jessica Mathis
Smith, Deidra Olsen, Hannah Cox, Hillary Shatley, Hayley Elliott and Sarah Jongeling.
Individuals and families of those currently deployed: Whitney Sandburg’s brother, Dylan Crawford, Charlotte Chadderdon’s
grandson, Trey Wylie, Trey Mitcheltree, Scott Kilgore, Sylvia Wolf’s family, Jacob Labar and Rex & Sally Coultrip’s grandson,
Justin Coultrip.
Helen McLendon, Mike Olstad, Laura West, Lee Smith, Jann Davenport, Jim Davenport, Kim Voyles, Sharon Ross, Leigh Haynes
and Kelly Harrod continue with cancer treatments.
MISSIONARIES: Ngoy Mulanga Kalangwa in Tanzania Africa, Fuxia Wang in Chinese Ministry at OU, Steve & Stephanie
Bredesen and Kyle & Kara Garen.
HOME-BOUND: June Stovall, Ila Raby, Bill & Bernice Howard, Ima Jean & Gerald Matthews, Lou & Elmer Carpenter, Jack
Koontz, Jim Clark and Ruth Landers.
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
10/14 Karissa & Bryan Suchy are celebrating the birth of Levi Calvin Suchy.
10/21 Kristin (King) & Gavin Thompson are celebrating the birth of Gentry Grace Thompson.
SYMPATHY TO:
10/5
Family of Tim & Traci Robbins, whose sister-in-law, Debbie Robbins passed away.
10/7
Family of Kay Hibbard, whose mother, Mickey Canada passed away.
10/10 Family of Nathan Ellzey, whose father passed away.
10/12 Family of Peggy Bogardus, whose brother, Tommy Phillips passed away.
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CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEWS
St. Andrew’s Children’s Ministry Vision:
We are here to nurture all children and families in Christ’s
love, equip students with biblical knowledge, excite families
about following Christ, AND to create lifelong servants.
The Operation Christmas Child Shoebox stuffing party is set for Thursday, November 13, at 5:30pm. We will have dinner for the families that participate. We will provide the shoeboxes. Please plan to bring things to stuff them. Some
items that you could bring are socks, non-liquid hygiene items, toys, hard candy, sunglasses, flashlights, school supplies,
musical items, batteries and jewelry. The boxes are age and gender specific with the age breakdown being 2-4, 5-9,
and 10-14. When purchasing, please have a specific age group and gender in mind. Shipping is $7 per box. If you
have any other questions, please talk with Susan Robinson or Kelley Stover.
Mission for the Month: Canned Goods!
Toddler Time is a time where birth through Kindergarteners and their adults (moms, dads,
grandparents, babysitters…) get together to have fun and get out of the house. We try to
meet on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 10:00am, once as a field trip and
once as a Story Time at the church. This month, we will meet at Myriad Botanical Gardens on
Monday, November 10, at 10:00am. We will enjoy the Myriad Grounds and Playground. If you would like to enjoy
the Chrystal Bridge, admission is $8/adults and $5/kids 4-12. Kids under 4 are free. Our story time is set for
Monday, November 24, at 10:00am at the church. Our theme this month will be Thanksgiving. Be sure to bring
canned goods to donate.
Explore 34 is our fellowship and mission group for 3rd and 4th graders. We meet on the
third Friday of the month at 6:00pm for a fun activity. This month we will be meeting on
Friday, November 21, from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the church. We will be playing games
with our donated cans. Bring a friend and bring canned goods.
Club 56 is our fellowship and mission group for 5th and 6th graders. We meet on the third Saturday of the
month at 6:00pm for a fun activity. This month we are meeting at the church on Saturday, November 22,
from 6:00pm-8:00pm. We will be playing games with our donated cans. Bring a friend and canned goods.
Discover 1 & 2 is our fellowship and mission group for 1st and 2nd graders. Due to the holidays, we will not be meeting in November or December. Enjoy time with your family! We will see you in January.
Family Advent Study is a four week study that focuses on the traditions,
symbols and scriptures surrounding the season of Advent (the four weeks before Christmas). Come have fun and learn the meaning of the candles that
represent the gifts of love, hope, joy and peace through Jesus Christ. This
study is designed for 1st through 6th graders and their older siblings, parents
and/or grandparents. It will meet Tuesdays from 6:00pm-7:30pm from December 2 – December 23. Sign up in the bulletin or email Susan at either
[email protected] or [email protected]
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Highlight on
Missions
He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation.” Mark 16:15
Lunch with McKee Seniors
St. Andrew’s is scheduled to provide lunch at the McKee Center
on Wednesday, November 5. If you would like to be added to the
list as a person who can serve or provide food (recipes provided),
please contact Julie Dill at [email protected] or 550-8960.
Hope Board Ministry
The Hope Board ministry hosts workshops every 1st and 3rd
Monday from 6:00pm-7:30pm in the MTC (B8) for all those that
are interested. Workshops for this month are scheduled for Monday, November 3 and Monday, November 17. Child care is provided. Come join us!
Missions Meeting
Anyone interested in missions or being a part of our missions
committee is invited to our next meeting on Tuesday, November
11, at 7:00pm in D.A.’s office (A28). Come join us!
Operation Christmas Child
We will be collecting filled shoe boxes for Samaritan's Purse
again this year! You may stop by the table in the fellowship area
to get a box. All filled boxes need to be returned to church by
Sunday, November 23. If you have any questions feel free to contact Kelley Stover at 405-314-12-44 or [email protected]
SHOEBOX GIFT SUGGESTIONS:
Toys: Include items that children will immediately embrace such
as dolls, toy cars, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yoyos, jump ropes, balls, toys that light up and make noise
(with extra batteries), etc.
School Supplies: pens, pencils and sharpeners, crayons, markers,
notebooks, paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture
books, etc.
Non-Liquid Hygiene Items: toothbrushes, bar soap, combs,
washcloths, etc.
Skyline Urban Ministries - Christmas Grace
Each year, Skyline Urban Ministry provides Christmas gifts to
families in need by pairing them with groups that purchase the
gifts for the families. Though Christmas isn’t all about the gifts,
we believe each child deserves to have a very Merry Christmas. As the holidays draw near please consider adopting an individual and making someone's Christmas wish come true. A list of
the families will be posted in the Fellowship Area. Look for them
later this month. Thank you to all that have helped in the past and
are willing to help again.
Accessories: t-shirts, socks, hats, sunglasses, hair clips, jewelry,
watches, flashlights (with extra batteries), etc.
A Personal Note: You may enclose a note to the child and a
photo of yourself or your family. If you include your name
and address, the child may be able to write back.
DO NOT INCLUDE: Used or damaged items; war-related
items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; out-of-date candy; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes
or glass containers; aerosol cans.
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NOVEMBER
2014
IMPACT
On Wednesday nights we have Impact, our main youth worship gathering, from 6:00pom-8:00pm. During the first
45 minutes, there is dinner and time for games and hanging out in the CLC. At 6:45pm, we come together in the
youth room for worship and a Jesus centered message. It’s always a good time to learn about our Savior!
BREAKFAST CLUB
Breakfast Club takes place Sunday mornings at 9:30am in the youth room. During the first 15 minutes we chill,
have juice and a donut (or sometimes waffles), and just hang out. At 9:45am, we split into smaller groups by gender
for Bible Study and group discussion. When that’s finished, we attend the 10:50am worship service together as a
group, because we see both events as a priority!
METRO WORSHIP
Metro Worship is a monthly opportunity for our youth to worship with other Methodist youth from all over the
state. This month Metro will be held at St. Luke’s in downtown OKC on Sunday, November 9, at 6:00pm. Meet in
the St. Andy’s parking lot at 5:00pm to carpool there. See you then!
SMALL GROUPS
Small groups are an awesome opportunity to experience fellowship and to receive Christian teaching in a more intimate setting. The groups will meet from 4:00pm-6:00pm on Sundays. All girls will meet at the Wohletz household.
All boys will meet at the church for the month of November. Email Jonathon ([email protected]) for directions
or more details. NO SMALL GROUPS ON NOVEMBER 30 for Thanksgiving.
TURKEY OLYMPICS
Our annual Turkey Olympics take place on Wednesday, November 19, at
6:00pm. We’ll meet together for a meal, then break into teams for a series of
athletic, mental, and fashion events. Yes, we said fashion. Winners get free tshirts. Losers get to be thankful for participating. See you then!
St. Andrew’s
Coming DECEMBER 2014
Dec 7 - St. Andy’s Christmas Program at 6:00pm
Dec 13 - Tastes of the Season at 10:00am
College Sunday School will be held Sunday, November 2, 9:30am, at Josh and
Adri Jenson's home (10624 Woodridden).
We invite everyone out for coffee, bagels,
and a great study!
Dec 14 - Coffee with the Pastor at 4:00pm
Dec 24 - Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
at 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 7:00pm and 11:00pm
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Music & Worship Ministries
Music Director Ginny Pass [email protected] 692-4242 (x102) Assistant Shain Baldwin (x113)
ST. Andrew’s UMC Hosts
2014 CORD Bell Festival Concert
Saturday, November 15, 3:30pm
Kids in Ministry Christmas Musical
1st-6th graders meet on Sunday afternoons in the Worship Center from 4:00pm-6:00pm to rehearse for our Christmas musical!
The two extra rehearsals are Friday, December 5, 6:00pm8:00pm and Saturday, December 6, 10:00am-1:00pm (includes
the party). The WE THREE SPIES performance will be Sunday,
December 7, at 6:00pm with the kids meeting at 4:00pm.
Free to the community!
St. Andrew’s UMC will once again host the 2014 Regional
CORD Bell Festival and Concert! Bell Choirs will come from
as far as Kansas and Texas to join together for training and
a mass concert.
FINE ARTS TEAM
The youth fine arts team is for all 6th-12th graders. We will
meet November 9, 23, and 30 at 3:00pm to work on the skit
for the Christmas Service, December 7. Join us as we use our
gifts in worship! Anyone interested in being a part of a SS
puppet team? Contact Ginny Pass!
SOKC Youth String Ensemble
Join us at the 2nd Saturday rehearsal, November 8, 10:00am11:00am. You must have completed Book 1.
PAINT WITH A PRO CHRISTMAS!
Thursday, November 20, 6-9pm (CLC)
Cost: $35
Sign up and pay online
Join us for the next community painting event at St. Andy’s.
This activity pulls in people from as far as Paul’s Valley, OK.
Orchestra in Worship, November 23 We will be painting the 2013 favorite called Funky Wreath.
NOW is the time to join the orchestra! Students who have com- You can sign up and pay for this event online at wineandpalette.com/Calendar. Dessert and coffees will be provided. If
pleted 2 years of training are invited to join the fun. We will
you would like to bring a dessert to add to the fun, see
practice Wednesday, November 19 at 6:00pm. Please call the
Ginny.
music office (x102) so that we can provide music just for you!
The Orchestra will play Advent Sundays: December 7, 14 and
21. The Christmas Eve Orchestra will practice on Sunday, December 21 at 4:00pm.
LOOKING AHEAD to ADVENT
The Christmas Chorale sings
“The Song of Christmas”
*CHRISTMAS DECORATING (Thanksgiving Week)
Join the Chorale as we gather on Wednesdays
from 7:30pm-8:30pm to prepare music for Advent
plus the Sunday evening “Christmas at St. Andrew’s” on December 7 at 6:00pm. Books and CDs
are available.
*CHRISTMAS at ST. ANDREW’S
Sunday, December 7, at 6:00pm with
Kids In Ministry Musical, Preschoolers, a Youth Skit,
the Christmas Chorale, String Ensemble and
a friend from the North Pole!
St. Andrew’s Bell Ministry
*ADVENT WORSHIP:
Families Lighting Candles in the Advent wreath
Orchestra and Christmas Chorale
St. Andrew’s Bell Choir is looking for 2 ringers. How about you?
They meet every Tuesday evening from 6:45pm-7:45pm. See
bell director, Debbie Riddle.
*POINSETTIAS FOR SALE
*CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES: 3/5/7/11PM
w/Chorale-Orchestra-Candlelighting-Communion
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November 2014
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
Deadline for Bulletin is each
Wednesday at NOON
( ) Denotes Off-Site Activities
8:00 am Vision Team
8:30 am Upward
Evaluations
* Denotes Tentative Activities
2
2:00 pm MiT
2:00 pm Upward
Evaluations
4:00 pm KIM
4:00 pm Jr/Sr High
Small Groups
6:00 pm Lay
Leadership Mtg
3
6:00 pm Hope
Boards
(6:00 pm Men’s
Bowling League)
6:30 pm Disciple
9
10
11:00 am Koinomia
(10:00 pm Toddler
Potluck Luncheon
Time - Myriad
2:00 pm MiT
Gardens)
4:00 pm KIM
(5:00 pm Metro
(6:00 pm Men’s
Worship Departure) Bowling League)
6:30 pm Disciple
4
11:00 am Staff Mtg.
6:45pm St. A. Bells
11
Veterans Day
Observed
11:00 am Staff Mtg.
6:45 pm St. A. Bells
7:00 pm Mission Mtg
5
(11:00 am McKee
Lunch)
6
9:30 am B.L.A.S.T.
7
13
9:30 am B.L.A.S.T.
14
8
10:00 am Youth
String Ensemble
6:00 pm Band/Team
6:00 pm Impact
6:30 pm Disciple
7:30 pm Christmas
Chorale
12
12:00 pm POW
6:00 pm Band/Team 5:30 pm Operation
6:00 pm Impact
Christmas Child
5:30 pm Bells
Shoebox Stuffing
6:30 pm Disciple
7:00 pm Trustee Mtg.
7:30 pm Christmas
Chorale
Newsletter
Deadline
15
(8:00 am Men’s
Breakfast)
8:00 am CORD Bells
Festival
6:30 pm Mexican
Train
16
9:00 am Taco
Breakfast
2:00 pm MiT
3:00 pm Fine Arts
4:00 pm KIM
4:00 pm Jr/Sr High
Small Groups
4:00 pm Coffee
With the Pastor
17
18
(6:00 pm Men’s
11:00 am Staff Mtg.
Bowling League)
6:00 pm Hope
Boards
6:45pm St. A. Bells
6:30 pm Disciple
7:00 pm Finance Mtg
19
6:00 pm Orchestra
6:00 pm Turkey
Olympics
6:30 pm Disciple
6:30 pm SPRC
7:30 pm Christmas
Chorale
20
9:30 am B.L.A.S.T.
21
22
6:00 pm Explore 34 - 6:00 pm Club 56 Can Games
Can Games
6:00 pm Paint w/a
Pro - Christmas
6:00 pm Bunko
23
12:00 pm Christmas
Decorating
12:15 pm Adm.
Leadership Team
2:00 pm MiT
3:00 pm Fine Arts
4:00 pm KIM
4:00 pm Jr/Sr High
Small Groups
24
10:00 am Toddler
Time Story Time
26
27
28
30
Advent Begins
2:00 pm MiT
4:00 pm KIM
6:00 pm Orchestra
25
11:00 am Staff Mtg.
29
6:00 pm Orchestra
(6:00 pm Men’s
Bowling League)
6:30 pm Disciple
Happy
Thanksgiving
Day
Office Closed
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Online: www.saokc.org
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Worship Service Options
If you appreciate a traditional experience in worship
with a smaller, more intimate feel where more hymns are
sung, then perhaps our 8:15am service is for you! The
worship order is similar and the same sermon is
preached. Our 9:30am and 10:50am services reflect a
more contemporary style.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
Worship
8:15am
9:30am
10:50am
STEWARDSHIP:
Offering Anticipated to Date
Offering through October 12
ATTENDANCE :
Worship
Sunday School
Sunday School
9:30am
10:50am
$969,006
$1,021,781
09/21 09/28 10/05 10/12
549
573
515
603
No SS 254
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