The Messenger
The monthly newsletter of First United Methodist Church of Pinellas Park
February 2015
Words from our Pastor
Hi, Church Family,
This is a very important year for our church. We are recapturing
some of the vibrancy from the past and embracing a fresh new
start. Please pray for the success of our church in 2015.
Many thanks,
Rev. Ice
Chili Cook -off & Family Game Night
Saturday, February 14 t h , 5:30 pm
Enter your favorite recipe for a $10 application fee.
Half of the total amount collected will be the winner’s prize .
The other half will be donated to the church budg et fund.
Call Ryllis at 546-5741; or call Loretta at 637-3534 in the evening.
Cost for Non-Competitors:
$5.00 covers your dinner, chili tasting, and voting.
(Entrants eat for free)
Then, stay for an evening of fun and ga mes.
Start cleaning out your closets and garage. Set some
good stuff aside to bring as donations for UMW’s
Spring Trash to Treasures Sale: Saturday, March 14th.
See Virginia Mulligan or Cheryl Vannatta if you have questions.
Details will be given in the March issue of The Messenger.
In this issue:
Trustees Report;
Outdoor Toys Needed for KCC;
UMW Invitation to all Ladies;
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February Reminders; Birthdays;
Humorous Reading;
Scouts; Meetings .......................................... 3
February Mission Boxes
02/01
02/08
Boys’ and Girls’ Chrysalis
Church Family Assistance
02/15
02/22
Faith Promise
Pastor’s Discretionary Fund
Church Calendar .......................................... 4
Preparing for a Joyous Easter;
Youth News ................................................... 5
Compassion Ministries 2014 Report;
Ou r Mi s sio n :
“G o a nd mak e d is c i pl e s … b ap t i zi n g th e m i n t he na m e of
th e Fa th er a n d of t h e S on a n d of t h e H oly S p iri t, an d
te ac hi n g th e m t o ob ey ev er y t h i ng I h av e c o m ma n de d y o u . ”
-- Jesus (Matthew 28:19-20)
World Service Fund ..................................... 6
Circle Projects: You Can Help!
Minister Appreciation (by Rolaine) ....... 7
Church Contact Information .................... 8
A special Invitation to all ladies of FUMC!
Come to a special program
Saturday, March 28th, 2015, 11:00 am:
“Love Never Fails”
We are honored to have author Laine Rowe to share her true -life tale of
survival and triumph in a story that will warm your heart and leave you
smiling. With the unconditional love and four-footed support of her
beloved pet Ginger, their lives unfold together in an amazing journey
through cancer, unspeakable loss, and the promise of life ever after.
Laine will have a book signing after the program.
To make your lunch reservations, call
June Anderson, 727-544-4558.
Cost: $6.00
Reservation deadline: March 20th.
KID’S CHRISTIAN CARE
T R US T EES R EPO R T
Calling all yard sale fans!
New and old items were discussed at the
January meeting. We had a roofing
contractor inform us on what he could do
with the Fellowship Hall roof.
Kids Christian Care needs
outside playground toys,
especially riding toys like
tricycles, scooters,
Big Wheels, and pedal cars.
They can also use playhouses, wagons, Li’l
Tykes basketball hoops, and sand toys.
Group and class leaders, here are two
small things that you could do which would
be a big help to the church:
 When finished in your area, please
make sure that the trash is removed.
 Also, please check the A/C filter, if
there is one in your area, and let a
trustee know if it needs replaced.
These can often be found at
garage sales, thrift shops or
maybe in your own garage!
We truly appreciate your
continued support of our
pre-school ministry.
CHURCH MEMBERS
work day will be
Saturday,
February 7th, 9 a.m.
- Besty Larson, KCC Board Chair
- Bob Blake for the Trustees Committee
Last Chance for church directory photos: February 2 nd, 3 rd , & 4 th
If you still need an appointment, call me and we’ll try to fit you in.
If you have made an appointment and cannot keep it, please call
me as we may be able to fill your time with someone else.
Thank you for your good response for a nice, new church directory!
- Connie Vannatta , 544-4252
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February 2015
Reminders
Youth Luncheon (Subs):
Sun., Feb. 1 st , after Worship
Mon., Feb. 16th
– 24th
Sat., Feb. 14th
Wed., Feb. 18th
“I Love a Good Book!”
You definitely won’t get bored with the one donated book that has
been cataloged and added to the Library. For now, you will find it on
the “Special” shelf. This Guidepost book was written by Patsy
Clairmont, a popular and gifted Christian speaker and author who has
a lot of humor. The book is written in three parts:
“God Uses Cracked Pots” consists of 61 very short stories, each of
which ends with a cute, relevant question or phrase;
“Normal is Just a Setting on Your Dryer” has 32 short stories, and
includes some poetry;
“Under His Wings” has introductory material followed by three
sections: “Hiding”; “Hurting”; and “Healing”.
I have a confession to share with you! I am not able to pray the
alphabet. I had trouble coming up with words for some of the alphabet
letters. Hopefully someone else tried it successfully. I shall continue to
send “thank-you” prayers to God each day.
Hopefully, we will meet here next month.
- Pinky
B o y S c o u t M e e t in g s : Mo n d a ys , 6 : 3 0 p m
C u b S c o u t M e e t in g s : Th u r s d a ys , 6 : 4 5 p m
L o c a t io n : F U MC P P
Contact: Joel Putnam, 321-377-8845
The Girl Scouts are into “Cookie Season”! Anyone wishing to
support our troop and purchase cookies is appreciated! We will
keep an order form in Fellowship Hall.
We have groups completing their silver awards and bronze awards
and the girls have been working hard with service unit events.
Please remember that we collect your recycling items on Tuesday
nights! Thanks!
- Colleen Kokemohr, Troop 53
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2015 Lay Servant Classes: February 28 & March 7 , Spring Hill UMC
“Basic” Course, “Leading in Worship” Course; Possibly others
Prayers for Church/
Prayer Walking:
Sat., Feb. 7 th ,
9:30 – 10:30 am, E-2
Church Work Day:
Sat., Feb. 7th , 9:00 – noon
Boy Scout Sunday:
Sun., Feb. 8 th
Chili Cook-off & Family Night:
Sat., Feb. 14th, 5:30
Coming up in March
Trash to Treasures Sale:
Sat., March 14th
02/01 Robert Mulligan
Sandra Acquaviva
Austin Christie
02/02 Lucian Astuto
02/04 Billy Miller
02/08 Larry Poling
02/10 David Weaver
02/11 William Chandler
02/14
02/16
02/17
02/18
Darlene Williams
Bill Dawson
Carrie Esposito
Tara Boyer
Isaiah McMillon
02/22 Jeffrey Anderson
02/23 Kay Dowd
Nelda Miller
02/24 Sue Blake
02/26 Linda Butler
Check with Janice Todd if you have questions.
PLANNING MEETINGS
Staff-Parish Relations: Monday, February 2 nd , 7:00 pm, Lib.
Finance: Tuesday, February 10 th , 6:00 pm, E-4 Tentative
Trustees: Tuesday, February 10 th , 7:00 pm, E-2 Tentative
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February 2015
February 2015
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
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Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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5
9:15am Sunday School
10:15am Chancel Choir Reh.
(PAR)
10:30am Worship (Sanc)
11:15am Praise Kids (PAR)
12:00pm Youth Brunch (FH)
6:30pm Boy Scouts (E2/E3, 9:30am Ladies' Bible Study
(E2)
E4)
5:00pm-8:50 LifeTouch Photos 1:30pm-8:20 LifeTouch Photos
(PAR)
(PAR)
5:30pm GS Troop 500 (Rm
7:00pm Staff/Pastor Parish
Rel. (LIB)
201/207)
7:00pm Cub Scouts
Committee Meeting (E4)
5:30pm Dinner (FH)
10:30am-5:00pm LifeTouch
Photos (PAR)
5:45pm GS Troop 431
6:00pm Youth (AH)
6:30pm Study of Daniel (E2)
6:30pm Bible Study w/Pastor
(E4)
6:30pm Youth Praise
7:15pm Youth Confirmation
Class
7:30pm Praise Team
10:00am UMW Executive
6:00pm Chrysalis Preview
Committee Mtg. (E2)
6:00pm Chapel Chicks
6:30pm Handbell Reh. (PAR)
6:30pm Cub Scouts (E2/E3,
E4)
7:30pm Choir Reh.
12:01am Chrysalis Preview
9:00am Church/Trustees
Workday
9:00am Thrift Store (TS)
9:30am Prayer Walking
(Breezeway)
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9
10
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14
9:15am Sunday School
10:15am Chancel Choir Reh.
(PAR)
10:30am Worship (Sanc)
11:15am Praise Kids (PAR)
6:30pm Boy Scouts (E2/E3,
E4)
9:30am Ladies' Bible Study
(E2)
5:30pm GS Troop 500 (Rm
201/207)
6:00pm Finance (E4)
Tentative
7:00pm Trustees (E2)
Tentative
5:30pm
5:45pm
6:00pm
6:30pm
6:30pm
6:30pm
(E4)
7:15pm
Class
7:30pm
Dinner (FH)
GS Troop 431
Youth (AH)
Youth Praise
Study of Daniel (E2)
Bible Study w/Pastor
Youth Confirmation
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9:00am Thrift Store (TS)
5:30pm Chili Cookoff (FH/Kit)
11:00am Elizabeth CircleLunch @ Pazza
1:00pm Naomi Circle
6:00pm Chapel Chicks
6:30pm Cub Scouts (E2/E3,
E4)
6:30pm Rejoice! (PAR)
7:30pm Choir Reh.
Praise Team
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9:15am Sunday School
10:15am Chancel Choir Reh.
(PAR)
10:30am Worship (Sanc)
11:15am Praise Kids (PAR)
12:00pm Pot Luck Luncheon
(FH)
6:30pm Boy Scouts (E2/E3,
E4)
9:30am Ladies' Bible Study
(E2)
5:30pm GS Troop 500 (Rm
201/207)
7:00pm Ruth Circle
5:30pm Dinner (FH)
5:45pm GS Troop 431
6:30pm Ash Wednesday
Service (Sanc)
7:15pm Youth Confirmation
Class
7:30pm Praise Team
6:00pm
6:30pm
E4)
6:30pm
7:30pm
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26
9:15am Sunday School
10:15am Chancel Choir Reh.
(PAR)
10:30am Worship (Sanc)
11:15am Praise Kids (PAR)
6:30pm Boy Scouts (E2/E3,
E4)
9:30am Ladies' Bible Study
(E2)
5:30pm GS Troop 500 (Rm
201/207)
5:30pm
5:45pm
6:00pm
6:30pm
(E4)
6:30pm
6:30pm
7:15pm
Class
7:30pm
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Saturday
Dinner (FH)
GS Troop 431
Youth (AH)
Bible Study w/Pastor
6:00pm
6:30pm
E4)
6:30pm
7:30pm
20
Handbell Reh. (PAR)
Choir Reh.
27
Chapel Chicks
Cub Scouts (E2/E3,
21
7:30am VdC Leaders (E2/E3,
UPS, FH/KIT/PAR/LIB, E4)
9:00am Thrift Store (TS)
Chapel Chicks
Cub Scouts (E2/E3,
28
9:00am Thrift Store (TS)
Rejoice! (PAR)
Choir Reh.
Study of Daniel (E2)
Youth Praise
Youth Confirmation
Praise Team
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February 2015
MUSIC MINSTRY
Time flies in the FUMC music world!
Just as soon as we finish rehearsals
and present our Christmas cantata, we
begin working on our Easter music.
This Easter we will be singing “The
Easter Story” by Tom Fettke. Using
a combination of original melodies
and English, Hebrew and Irish folk
songs, the cantata brings the
message of Christ’s passion, death
and resurrection to us in a new and
beautiful choral setting.
We would love to have you join us for the cantata! Plenty
of seats in all vocal sections; no need to read music!
Each choir member will receive a copy of the cantata CD
that plays his/her vocal part which makes it easy to learn
one’s part. How easy is it to practice between choir
practice sessions? Just listen (and maybe sing along)
while driving to the store, work and church, or doing
chores around the house. Our rehearsals are on
Thursday from 7:30 to 9:00 PM in the parlor.
Come and help us make a joyful noise!
- In His Service, Betsy Larson, Adult Music Director
Super Bowl Subs!
On Sunday, February 1st, the youth will be preparing
subs for you to either eat at church or take home to
enjoy during the Super Bowl game.
Loretta Wilcox, Youth Director
Summer Mission Trip
We have been discussing
possible mission sites.
Please pray for us as we choose so that
we go where we are most needed.
The choices are: Chicken Caesar Sub, Ham,
Turkey, Tuna & Cheese, or any combination.
Order forms have been placed in Sunday bulletins
Cost: $6.50 ($1 extra for double meat).
Advance orders are very much appreciated.
We will have extras available in case they’re needed.
Third Annual
Youth for Missions
Golf Tournament
Confirmation Class
Confirmation Classes with Pastor Jeffrey
begin Wednesday, February 4 th (7:15 - 8pm)
and Sunday, February 7 th (for 45 minutes
after the service).
Largo Municipal Golf Course
Date & Time to be announced
The classes will last 6 weeks. The youth will
be confirmed on Palm Sunday with a
reception after the service.
There will also be a Confirmation Retreat
February 20 t h & 21 s t at Warren Willis Camp. The
only cost for these classe s will be $50 for the retreat.
Please see Loretta if you are
interested in joining these classes.
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We will be looking for sponsors, so
please talk to your employers, doctors
and friends about sponsoring and
having an ad in our directory
Prices start at $25.
Brochures are available in the
Narthex and in the office.
Also start asking your friends about
putting a team together to play.
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February 2015
COMPASSION MINISTRIES
December Can Cupboard Report
Th ri f t S to re
The Can Cupboard provided food for
107 families (317 individuals). The
breakdown by age was as follows:
Open Saturdays:
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Adults ......................................... 214
Children ages 0 – 4 years old ......... 12
Children ages 5 – 12 years old ........ 71
Teens ............................................ 20
Volunteer Needs
The Thrift Store is a great place to give in
service. You could act as a cashier or
help sort, price, or stock merchandise.
Have fun while donating an hour or more
of your time as you wish.
The number of distributions through our
Christmas projects was as follows:
Christmas Food Baskets .................... 29
Call Cheryl Vannatta: 544-4252.
Children receiving Wish Tree Gifts ..... 66
COMPASSION MINISTRIES: YEAR 2014
Can Cupboard
# of Families Served:
Individuals:
Thrift Store
1,212
3,369
Special Can Cupboard Programs:
Thanksgiving Dinner Baskets: 30
Christmas Dinner Baskets:
29
Wish Tree:
66 Children/Gifts
N o te to N e w s lette r Co nt ri buto r s :
Customers:
1,329
Vouchers:
Total Sales:
69
$7,654.07
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Mar ch Me ss e nger d e ad l in e: Sun day , Feb rua r y 1 5 .
APPORTIONED FUNDS: WORLD SERVICE FUND
Perhaps ministry today is not just about the now but is also about the next. World Service is,
indeed, about both the now and the next. Basic to the financial program of The United Methodist
Church, this vital fund helps to build new churches, prepare clergy and lay leaders, increase the
number of young clergy, pay missionary salaries, expand Bible studies, provide leadership for
youth ministry, continue a proud tradition of cooperation and dialogue with other faith traditions
through interdenominational and ecumenical work, express the church’s commitment to God’s
reign through advocacy for peace and justice and much more. World Service is the financial
lifeline to a long list of Christian mission and ministry throughout the denomination.
* Quoted from: The United Methodist Church Handbook—Let’s go Fishing
Good news! FUMC was able to pay 85% of our 2014 conference obligations. Our goal for 2015: 100%.
This month, our attention is directed towards the World Service Fund.
Thank you for your continued support and prayers.
- Bill Vannatta, Interpreter for Connectional Giving
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February 2015
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
Naomi Circle Project
UMW Dates to Note
02/05 (Thurs.): Executive Committee Meeting,
10:00 am, E-2
02/12 (Thurs.) Elizabeth Circle, 11:00 am
Meet at Pazza Bistro for
Valentine celebration
Naomi Circle, 1:00 pm, Library
02/17 (Tues.):
Ruth Circle, 7:00 pm,
Home of Eileen Sikes
8390 – 59th Lane, Pinellas Park
Phone: 544-1183
02/19 (Thurs.) Naomi Circle, 12:00 pm
at THEM
The Square
Plate
Restaurant
PLEASE, DON’T Lunch
THROW
AWAY.
“LOOK”
FOR
LABELS FOR EDUCATION.
WHY ??
BECAUSE THESE LABELS CAN HELP THOSE IN NEED!
THE ELIZABETH CIRCLE MADE THIS
OUR YEARLY OUTREACH PROJECT.
Last month, The Messenger ran a “thank you”
letter from the Principal, as well as the Family
& Community Liaison, of Pinellas Park
Elementary School for a school supply and
award project sponsored by Naomi Circle. The
circle provided small award-type items for the
teachers to give to their students.
Naomi members plan to continue this work.
If you would like to know more about this
project, or would like to assist the circle
members in their efforts, contact Naomi
Circle Leader Peg Irey.
DITTY BAGS!
We are beginning the 2015 Ditty Bag project.
Each month, we will collect a specific type of
item that will be needed for the Ditty Bags.
For February, our item is:
SOAP!
More information is coming about a “new”
closer-to-home place of need.
Please leave your donations in the
basket provided in the Narthex.
A SMALL WAY THAT EACH OF US
CAN HELP IN A BIG WAY.
Thanks!
**Drop off your labels in the container above the
Communications Center in Fellowship Hall **
- Joan Kennison for the Elizabeth Circle
- June Anderson
for the Ruth Circle and UMW
MINISTER APPRECIATION
By Rolaine Little
A note from The Messenger:
The church office staff and
volunteers wish to share this
wonderful poem with you.
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Pastor Jeff Ice in a very short time
Has “turned” our ebbing financial tide
Stopping the “loss” of members in his stride.
On “cooperation” he has relied
And this he’s had – it cannot be denied.
Bulletins & Messenger planned with pride.
Church members have been invited inside
The “Parsonage” – the home where he resides.
Visions for our future have been devised
With him -- strong volunteers -- and God as our guide.
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February 2015
First United Methodist Church of Pinellas Park
9025 49th Street N., Pinellas Park, FL 33782
Phone: (727) 546-5741
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See us: http://www.fumcpp.org
Send us Mail:
Like us: http://www.facebook.com/fumc.pinellaspark
Follow us: https://twitter.com/#!/FUMC_PPark
Church Office Hours:
Tuesday and Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Pastor Jeffrey Ice (for appointments)
(Parsonage) 544-3472
[email protected]
Church Office 546-5741
Admin. Ass’t: Janice Todd, x22
[email protected]
Secretary: Pat Thomas, x23
[email protected]
Financial Secr’y: Ryllis Chandler, x26
[email protected]
The Messenger: Joyce Bernotas, x27
[email protected]
Member Care
Janice Todd, x22
[email protected]
Trustees
Bob Blake 536-2161
[email protected]
Staff-Parish Relations
Ron Bruce 727-729-2586
[email protected]
Prayer Ministries
Prayer Chain: Bev Mixson 573-3743
Dial-A-Prayer Devotional 548-7448
Coordinator: TBA
Prayer Visits: Karen Emerson 727-392-8368
[email protected]
Media Marketing
Website: Janice Todd
[email protected]
Facebook and Twitter:
Michelle Sherman 727-226-2198
[email protected]
Adult Music Director/Organist
Betsy Larson 546-5741 x27
[email protected]
Library
Pinky Reichert 576-7837
[email protected]
Children and Youth Music Director
Jordana Clark 546-5741 x27
[email protected]
United Methodist Women
Dorothy (Dotty) Thompson 544-1539
Children’s Activities
Church Office 546-5741
Scouting Ministries
Boy Scouts: Joel Putnam 321-377-8845
Girl Scouts: Linda Sowell 510-4796
Youth Ministry
Loretta Wilcox 546-5741
After 5:00 pm: 637-3534
[email protected]
Finance and Stewardship Committee
Pat Smith 459-4960
Kids Christian Care
Office 541-6502
Pre-School Director: Barbie Grigsby
[email protected]
Board Chair: Betsy Larson 546-5741
Ministry Council Chair
Mark Linneman 541-6048
[email protected]
Missions Ministry
Michelle Sherman 727-226-2198
[email protected]
Passionate Worship
Carmen Lawrence 686-3077
[email protected]
Men’s Fellowship
Richard Dishman 545-0313
Compassion Ministries
Virginia Mulligan 546-5741 x29
Fellowship Meals/Can Cupboard
Virginia Mulligan 546-5741 x29
Thrift Store
Manager: Cheryl Vannatta 544-4252
Transportation Ministry
Richard Dishman 545-0313
Invitational Evangelism
Rhonda Smith 530-3194
[email protected]
Nancy Kragh 397-8119
[email protected]
February 2015