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Below is the current edition of the Gathering & Scattering newsletter. If you have any questions about anything found in this newsletter,
please visit our website or contact the church office by calling (225) 344-0343. We hope to see you in worship this Sunday!
Not all events happening at the church are able to be highlighted in our newsletter.
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THE UPCOMING SUNDAY @ UUMC:
Please read the entire newsletter for more details on the items listed below, as well as for other details of events and news from the church. Not all events happening at the church are listed below.
SUNDAY, April 24
8:30 a.m. Worship
9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time in the Fellowship Hall
9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages
11:00 a.m. Worship
12:00 p.m. Fellowship Time in the Fellowship Hall
12:00 p.m. FREE College Lunch in Fellowship Hall
4:30 p.m. Chapel Choir Rehearsal
5:30 p.m. Youth Dinner
6:00 p.m. Youth Group
This Sunday's Sermon:
Rev. Dr. Jane Riecke
"As I Have Loved You"
This Sunday's scripture:
John 13:31-35
This Sunday's Choral & Special Music:
8:30 AM: Agape Ringers, Asbury & Wesley Choir
11:00 AM:
Agape Ringers, Asbury & Wesley Choir, Chancel Choir
Below are highlights of what is happening at UUMC this coming Sunday,
for more details please see full articles below in this newsletter,
visit our website, or call the church office!
REGISTRATION FOR VBS 2016 IS NOW OPEN! - University United Methodist Church invites your child to join us at the Surf Shack Vacation Bible School where kids catch the wave of God's amazing love! UUMC VBS is for kids from 3 years old through 5th grade and will be during the week of June 20th - 24th from 9am to 12pm each day. Registration is now open-You don't want to miss the COOLEST week of the Summer!!! You may also pick up a registration form in the church office or the narthex, or download a form from our website.
SANCTUARY SHAWLS - Have you ever used one of the beautiful and warm shawls that can be found in our narthex for those who are cold during worship services? Did you by any chance take that shawl home with you? If so, we would greatly appreciate it if you could drop it back in narthex in the basket so others may feel it's warmth when they need it. We are currently missing about 6 shawls! Additionally, if you are in need of a personal prayer shawl our church does have those available and we would love to get one to you for you to keep! Please contact Kelly Surace in the church office if you are in need of a personal prayer shawl by emailing her at [email protected]
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Pastor's Pen
Several years ago Rev. Ken Irby brought the idea of Wesley Discipleship Groups to University Methodist. Four Wesley groups continue to meet. They meet at different times and at different places. Each group has their own covenant. Some meet in people's homes but sometimes they meet for dinner or at the church in one of the classrooms. The size of the group varies, but each one has comfortably invited new people as space would allow. These small groups focus on mutual accountability and support for one another and are the "method" of Methodism.
Covenant Discipleship groups help Christians to grow in loving God with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength and love their neighbor as themselves. They are a proven and effective way of growing in our discipleship and help the congregation live out its mission with Christ in the world. Churches that develop small groups are stronger and more able to respond quickly to the changing needs in the community. Many churches find their small group ministry is the backbone of their congregational life.
I have begun praying about what I perceive as the need for more small groups within University Methodist. I will be gathering a small cadre of folks together very soon to discuss the possibility of creating new covenant groups for a new generation of believers. I invite you to join me in praying for the creation of new covenant groups to fulfill this need; for new leadership to emerge and be trained; and for a rebirth of enthusiasm for this essential Methodist way of "doing church."
In God's grace,
Dr. Jane
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Mellow Mushroom Fundraiser for our Kenya Mission Trip
Everyone loves pizza, right? On Thursday, May 5th come out and join others as we eat out at The Mellow Mushroom on Burbank right off of the LSU Campus to support our Kenya Mission Trip! For every guest who mentions "University Methodist" Mellow Mushroom will donate 15% of the total bill (excluding tax) to the upcoming Kenya Mission Trip! This event will take place all day (11 am - 10pm) so make plans to come out and support this great cause! Get the word out to your friends and family!
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Calling all young adults who want an afternoon away!
Tunica Hills Hiking
Sunday, April 24th @ Noon
Do you like hiking, cross country, hillwalking, rambling, and just being out in nature? The University UMC Young Adults are going on a group hike to Tunica Hills (also known as Clark Creek Nature Area) on Sunday, April 24, after the 11 a.m. service. We will crash the free college lunch that day, so we don't have to worry about lunch. As soon as lunch is over (around 12:45 p.m.), we'll carpool to Clark Creek. The drive takes a little over an hour. Suggested items to wear/bring: athletic clothes that dry quickly, hiking sandals or athletic shoes that you don't mind getting wet and muddy, towel, sunscreen, bug spray, snacks , and water. Did I mention there are WATERFALLS? Hope to see you there!
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Bereavement Ministry Needs
Dear Friends in Ministry,
We are pleased to announce the formation of a new committee to set up and plan receptions for those members who have funerals at UUMC. Jan Daly and Chris Enright, who are very able organizers, have agreed to co-coordinate this committee. They are seeking all individuals who are willing to volunteer for the following needs.
1. Donate a food item when there is a funeral reception planned at the church. This might be a plate of deviled eggs or a dozen sandwiches or a cake, etc. The food would need to be brought to the Fellowship Hall on the day of the funeral. Fifteen or twenty volunteers would be most appreciated. The idea is that with sufficient volunteers there could be a rotation so that each person need only serve two or three times a year.
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2. Set-up the Fellowship Hall before the funeral with tables, chairs, and food service plus clean-up the tables after the reception. Ten volunteers would be most appreciated. Again, if there are sufficient volunteers then the receptions could be rotated among them.
This is a powerful ministry to grieving families who benefit deeply from the outpouring of Christ's love from their church family on the day of the funeral.
Please contact Chris Enright at 225-769-3486; or Jan Daly at 225-766-1566 to volunteer.
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Sounds of CommUNITY Conversation
Join with people from across our community this Wednesday evening from 5:30 - 7:00 pm in our Fellowship Hall. We will gather in small groups to share our laments and hopes for this community. Topics for each week are as follows:
Wednesday, April 27th: Flowing Like a Stream: What does it mean to live in community?
Please join us and RSVP online to join in on the conversations at IFEDGBR.COM
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University United Methodist Church is seeking a mature Christian with a heart and passion for Christ, the United Methodist Church and Children's Ministries. An educational background concentrating on children and experience working with children is essential. Must have good people skills; the ability to recruit and work with volunteers; and organize and carry out children's ministries and activities for UUMC. Inquiries may be sent to [email protected].
To apply for this position please send your resume to [email protected]. Resumes will be received through May 1. If you know of anyone who may be interested and qualified for this position, please pass on this information!
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Welcome to
God's Surf Shack! Registration for VBS 2016 is now OPEN!
University United Methodist Church invites your child to join us at the Surf Shack Vacation Bible School where kids catch the wave of God's amazing love!
At the Surf Shack, children will discover an interactive, energizing, Bible-based program that will give them an opportunity to ride the waves with God. During VBS, your children will become Surfers and explore how to experience God's amazing presence in their lives.
UUMC VBS is for kids from 3 years old through 5th grade and will be during the week of June 20th - 24th from 9am to 12pm each day.
There is a small charge of $20 per child, which covers the cost of a t-shirt and other fun surprises throughout the week! Please attach your check, with "VBS 2016" written in the memo section, to your childs registration form and return it on Sundays in the offering plate or mail it to or drop it off at:
University United Methodist Church
3350 Dalrymple Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Your check must be received for your registration to be complete.
Afternoon Child Care is also available at an additional charge of $50 per child for the week. Children will need to be picked up by 5:30pm. Extended Care is available for grades K - 8th grade only. For information on signing up your child for this, please contact the church office directly.
We look forward to seeing all of you the summer!!!!.
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Attention Graduating High School Seniors
and their Families!
We will be recognizing graduating High School seniors on May 15th at the 8:30 AM service. If you are able and willing to participate or would like to be recognized please contact Stew Craig, our youth director, with the student's name, high school, future plans (college, trade school, job etc.), and a picture that can be used in the bulletin. Stew can be reached through email at [email protected].
There will be a brunch in celebration of our seniors in the youth area after the 8:30 AM service during Sunday School time. Family members are encouraged to attend. Please contact Stew soon if you plan on attending!
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Kids Hope News
Remember that there will be no volunteers allowed on UT campus next week, April 25-29 due to the LEAP tests being administered. We have donated bottled water for each child for each day of testing. Please pray that the children perform at their best ability.
The following week, May 2-6 is our last week with the children. Come to the Kids Hope room at your normal mentoring day/time and Jessica and I will have activities for you to chose from, refreshments, and each child will get a goody bag that will contain his/her certificate, a new book and a puzzle. Please do not feel that you need to give your child a present. It's best if the gift comes from Kids Hope.
IMPORTANT DATES:
April 25th - 29th - LEAP Testing - No Volunteering
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Other Dates to Note:
May 2nd - 6th - Last Week of Volunteering
May 5th - Kids Hope Hosts Teachers' Spring Luncheon
 Shirley Flake, Kids Hope Director
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UNIVERSITY UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
3350 Dalrymple Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
PHONE: 225.344.0343
FAX: 225.344.0530
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Minister of Congregational Care:
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The Children of our church need YOU!
UUMC is looking for volunteers to help with Children's Sunday School in May! We need a total of 4 volunteers each Sunday. Remember, the children of our church are the PRESENT of our church. And without them, we have no future. Please prayerfully consider giving of a Sunday or two in the next few months. You don't have to a parent to volunteer - just have a willing heart to give and time on a Sunday morning! The lessons and supplies are provided to you and the curriculum is easy to follow. Don't think you can do this? Don't worry - anyone can! Please use the link below to sign up on our online sign up sheet. If you are unable to sign up online you can also do so in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday.
If you have any questions please contact Shirley Flake, [email protected], who has graciously volunteered her time to help coordinate this effort.
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CHURCH MEETINGS FOR 2016:
MAY
May 12 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
JUNE
June 9 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
June 13 - Trustee's, 6PM, Library
JULY
July 11 - Finance Committee, 6PM, Library
July 11 - Church Council, 7PM, Fellowship Hall
July 14 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
AUGUST
August 11 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
August 22 - Trustee's, 6PM, Library
SEPTEMBER
September 8 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
OCTOBER
October 3 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
October 3 - Trustee's, 6PM, Library
October 10 - Finance Committee, 6PM, Library
October 10 - Church Council, 7PM, Fellowship Hall
NOVEMBER
November 10 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
DECEMBER
December 5 (If Needed) - Trustee's, 6PM, Library
December 8 - Executive Council, Noon, Library
December 12 - Finance Committee, 6PM, Library
December 12 - Church Council, 7PM, Fellowship Hall
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ANNOUNCEMENTS, NEEDS & OPPORTUNITIES:
Kenya Lunch Fundraiser update and
a Thank you from our Senior Minister!
Generosity of spirit is a wonder to behold. Following the Kenyan Mission Team fundraiser, Colleen and I were amazed by the additional gifts that continued to come into the office. Because of everyone's gracious support, we raised $2,424.30 for our work at the Hope for Orphans Rescue and Education Centre and the Spring Valley Baptist School in Nairobi, Kenya. We really appreciate all your help and so will the children we work with this summer. Thank you!
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Sanctuary Shawls Missing
Have you ever used one of the beautiful and warm shawls that can be found in our narthex for those who are cold during worship services? Did you by chance take that shawl home with you? If so, we would greatly appreciate it if you could drop it back by the basket in the narthex so others may feel it's warmth when they need it.
We are currently missing about 6 shawls!
Additionally, If you are in need of a personal prayer shawl our church does have those available and we would love to get one to you for you to keep! Please contact Kelly Surace in the church office if you are in need of a personal prayer shawl by emailing her at [email protected]
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The church is currently updating its membership records. If you know the current mailing address or have contact information for the following members, can you please send that information to Kyle Wooldridge at [email protected]. Thank you.
Margaret Trahan
Mike Johnston
Erin Mathison
Emily & Buddy Abraham
Jeri Ashby
Matthew Campbell
Susan Cantwell
Mark Sigler
Florence Gunn
Brian Gunn
Harold Dean Pilcher
Lucile D'Aubin
Susan Ward
George Gammon, II
Laurie & John Darvil
Sally Richardson
Elizabeth Conner
Ruth Langford
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THANK YOU!
Jan Daly and Marilyn Braymer would like to say THANK YOU to everyone who brought cookies and treats to the reception on Sunday afternoon for the Organ Concert Reception!
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ADULT SUNDAY EDUCATION CLASSES FOR APRIL 24, 2016:
[ If your Sunday School Class would like their weekly study listed below, please email Kelly Surace at
[email protected] or call 344-0343 each Monday to be included in that weeks G&S listing ]
- College Class - Will gather in Upstairs Trice for discussion on the intersection of faith in our daily lives.
- Contemporary Christian Concerns (CCC) Class - USS Kidd. Alex Juan, Executive Director, is the Presenter.
- Foundations Class - This class is largely made up of married couples and meets upstairs in the Trice Building. Please join us as we discuss a short 10 minute NOOMA video.
- Genesis Class - Please join us on the first floor of the Children's Building in the Office (first door on your right when you enter). We are discussing, C.S. Lewis' Mere Christianity. No prep-work or reading necessary.
- Inter-generational Class - We begin a new study of the book of Isaiah with an overview of this chapter. A book is available for $10. This week: A Forever Promise Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7;11:1-10
- Parents of Young Children Class - This class is formed of parents, single or couples, with young children and are meeting in room 208 in upstairs Trice.
- Open Door Class - We begin study "The Call: The Life and Message of the Apostle Paul".
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WITHIN THE CHURCH FAMILY...
JOYS:
- Happy Birthday to Phyllis Darvill.
- Congratulations to Lindsay Thomas and Clark Smith who were married on on April 9th in New Orleans.
- Congratulations to Sarah Laasko and Grant Ollenburger on their marriage, which took place this last weekend in St. Francisville.
- Please welcome the newest members to UUMC, Jill and Todd Kindler, who joined during worship this last Sunday.
When you see them next please give them a warm welcome
CONCERNS:
- Condolences to Shirley Flake and family on the death of her grandmother, LaVerne Cox.
PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER:
Janet Albright, Kathleen Arceneaux, John Baker, Melrose Bailey, Claude Bookter, Sr., Marie Bruns, Mildred Caldwell, Ramona Carpenter, Fred Churchman, Doris Dobson, Sandy Godail, Rosemarie Hall, Van Heard, Oleta Hathaway, Richard "Dicky" Horton, Nancy Johnson, Barbara Kavanaugh, Dana Kinard, Helen Law, Lisa Macklin, Ann McDowell, Catherine McManus, Lewis and S E Mixon, Roy Parker, Debbie Roux, Bob and Alta Sanders, Anne Smith, the family of Kathy Stuckey, Marvin Stuckey, Lowell Vice.
*If you have a Joy, Concern, or a name for the prayer list that you would like mentioned here, please email [email protected] or call her in the church office at 225-344-0343. Deadline for submitting information to the newsletter is every Monday at noon for information to be included in that weeks newsletter. We also celebrate birthdays of our members who have reached the age of 80+, if you fit this category but we missed your birthday, please call us so we can add your birthday to our database.*
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