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From Reverend Sandi Dillon
Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. The one who does not love does not know God, for God is love. 1 John 4: 7-8
At WPUMC this February, we are all about LOVE (you have to read that in your best lounge singer/ Barry White voice). The scripture above says that God IS love. If that is the case, then every time we show love or care for another person, we are sharing God. In Ancient Greek, this would be called agape - considered the highest form of love.
You have several opportunities this month to celebrate this love! Join Melissa Boyle at her home to discuss the book Love to Stay by Adam Hamilton on the first three Wednesdays of the month. You definitely won't want to miss The Love Games - our 2nd Annual All Church Celebration on February 12th after worship (if my cheesy jokes don't get you there-we'll bribe you with a delicious brunch offered by Eric Olson!) Or, decide to share your love with a broader community by hearing more after church on February 19th about the intergenerational summer mission trip to the UMCOR Depot in Salt Lake City (appropriate for all ages!)
As we conclude a sermon series on darkness this first Sunday of February, we realize that darkness is all around us, and we cannot get away from it. But we can emerge from the darkness with grounding, resolve and intention to shine the light of agape into our world. I pray that love can brighten our lives during these days!
Peace,
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February Worship Schedule
February 5th COMMUNION
Emerging from the Dark
Luke 2: 41-52
February 12th Three Simple Rules: Do No Harm
Galatians 5:15
February 19th Three Simple Rules: Do Good
3 John 1:11
February 26th Three Simple Rules: Stay in Love with God
Psalm 105:4
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February Small Group Study
Join Melissa Boyle lead conversation about the book Love to Stay by Adam Hamilton. The gathering times will be Wednesday February 1st, 8th and 15th at 7pm.
The church will not be providing books for this study, but they are readily available on Amazon.com and at Barnes & Noble.
Sign up through the church office at 303-777-3043 or through
sign-up genius.
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Intergenerational Mission Trip Opportunity!
We are working on coordinating a WPUMC mission trip to the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Depot in Salt Lake City, UT near the end of the summer this year. This is a great opportunity for people of ALL AGES! At the UMCOR West Depot, volunteers "gather, assemble, package and shelve relief supply kits for future shipping."
The two weeks that are available for our team are the weeks of July 31st or August 7th. Please fill out the
Missions Survey or email
minister@washparkumc.org if you are interested. Tyler and Rev. Sandi will lead an information meeting on Sunday, February 19th right after worship for all who would like to participate.
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All-Church Celebration "The Love Games" - February 12
Everyone is invited to the 2nd Annual All Church Celebration. Our Love Games theme will include various "snipets" from tv game shows (such as The Newleywed Game). During the celebration we will be honoring and recognizing different ministries at WPUMC.
Brunch will be served.
Child-care available for children under 3 years old.
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Preschool
January at WPUMC Preschool just flew by! The kids were busy learning all about the Rodeo, winter, Diversities and Hibernation. In February the themes for each week will include Dental Health and Nutrition, Valentine's Day, President's Day and Literacy.
Registration for next school year has been very successful and we are almost full in all of our classrooms. We do have space available in a few of our classes. If you would like more information on how to register your child please contact Melinda or Jessica.
Registration for summer camp will be held on March 22nd and 23rd. If you would like more information on the registration process for summer please contact Melinda or Jessica.
There will be No School on Monday and Tuesday Feb 20th and 21th for Teacher Professional Days.
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Music
Greetings from the Music Department
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I hope your new year is off to an excellent start! It is great to be at WPUMC right now - there's a lovely energy in the sanctuary on Sunday mornings, and it is a delight to get to share music with you!
Extra pianos
The church finds itself with a couple of extra pianos that need homes! The pianos are free to you, you'd only have to pay to have them moved.
If you would like a piano, please email Steve at music@WashParkUMC.org.
These would be perfect for little fingers to enjoy some musical exploration!
Bell Ringers Needed
We have had a few folks in the bell choir need to step down for one reason or another, leaving us with a few openings. When forming the bell choir, there were quite a few people who said they'd be happy to join us if the need arose.
Well, looky here, the need has arisen! We meet every other Wednesday night, and our next meetings are on Feb 1 and Feb 15.
If you are interested in joining our merry band, and I
really
hope you are, let me know! We have a whole lot of fun at rehearsals, getting to know one another while joining in common purpose - it's the very definition of community building, and I look forward to you joining us.
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Children's Ministry
"God Delivers!" That is the title of our
Sunday School curriculum for this winter/early spring. Moses will be the focus of our study and how he was chosen by God to lead his people. Moses was doubtful of his abilities, but God always has a plan for us, we just need to listen closely and believe in Him. We are very excited to share the Word with the children of Wash Park!
On January 21st, we held Lunch Bunch/ Club 456. We had 13 kids join us and had a great time with crafts, games and a short video. The next gathering will be
April 22nd from
10:30-1:30. This is for ages 3 and potty trained to grade 6. Please contact me for any questions or more details.
VBS will take us to Peru as we explore a very different culture and how they embrace God's Love! Join us for A Passport to Peru
June 26th-30th,
9-11:30. This is for kids 3 years and potty trained up to finishing 5th grade. Youth in the middle school years are always welcome to be helpers to the adult leaders. Registration, volunteer and donation sign ups will be starting in March.
This quarter our mission focus will be gathering donations for Bags of Hope. Please visit the Mission Page on our website to find out more, but we will try to collect new socks, antibacterial wipes, tissues, travel size personal hygiene products, small size water bottles, granola bars and cracker sandwiches with cheese or peanut butter. Please view the Mission page on our website for more details. Please consider having your kids bring some change for
Sunday School to put in our dolphin penny bank, "Snowflake".
Grow in Grace,
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This year we are focusing lots of attention on revitalizing the youth program. I invite you to join me, the staff, WPUMC Leadership and the youth in praying for the continued development of the youth program. It is my goal to make this ministry a thriving and sustaining pillar of the WPUMC community, But I can't do it alone. Please consider joining me in partnership to make this youth program the best it can be. May God's spirit of love and inspiration surround us.
February Dates:
2/5 SUN. No youth/ Super Bowl Sunday
2/12 SUN. Church Celebration- Special youth participation in the Love Games Church Celebration.
2/19 SUN. Youth making lunches for Sandwiches and Socks. Short youth meeting and check-in with snacks. Pick up at 12:30pm
2/25 SAT. 1st CONFIRMATION meeting 10:00am-2:00pm
2/26 SUN. Regular youth meeting after worship 11:00am- 12:30pm
SKI TRIP POSSIBLE DATES: March 3rd-5th ** Please let Tyler know if that date works for you.
Many Blessings and new hopes for the new year. May positivity and light surround us all.
Love you all!
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Missions
Survey:
Please help WPUMC makes decisions about our Missions Ministry. Participate in this survey which will be open until Monday, February 6th. The short survey should not take more than a couple of minutes to complete. To begin survey, click HERE.
Sandwiches and Socks:
Beginning in February, WPUMC will only make sandwiches/lunches once a month. This will be done on the Sunday before the 4th Saturday. The lunches will then be distributed the following Saturday. Below is the schedule for 2017.
If you would like to help assemble lunches, please meet in the Tea Kitchen at 8:30 a.m. or after service at 10:30 to join the youth.
If you would like to help distribute the lunches on the 4th Saturday, please sign up via Sign-Up Genius.
Assemble: Distribute:
February 19, 2017
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March 19, 2017
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March 25, 2017 |
April 16, 2017
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April 22, 2017 |
May 21, 2017
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May 27, 2017 |
June 18, 2017
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June 24, 2017 |
July 16, 2017
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July 22, 2017 |
August 20, 2017
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August 26, 2017 |
September 17, 2017
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September 17, 2017 |
October 22, 2017
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October 28, 2017 |
November 19, 2017
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November 25, 2017 |
December 17, 2017
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December 23, 2017 |
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Habitat for Humanity
Raphael, Yvonne, and their six daughters are looking forward to having stability once they move into their Habitat home. To provide for their family, Raphael works as a baggage handler at the Denver International Airport and Yvonne
works for Wal-Mart.
Raphael and Yvonne have moved three times in the past three years in search of lower housing costs. As rents in Denver continue to rise, moving from one apartment to another was one way Raphael and Yvonne tried to keep housing costs down, though their current rent is still more than they can afford.
While our official fund raiser has ended, you can continue to make donations to this worthy mission all year round. Remember to add 'Loaves and Fishes' in the memo line of your check.
You can continue to volunteer at the job site through the first quarter of 2017. Contact Carol Nelson at
303.766.1978
or
customtrainingllc@q.com for the necessary details about working on-site
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Congregational News
We welcomed new members in the last few months:
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| Cristy Godwin & Bob Walker |
Congratulations to
Scott and Jaime Bromley and older sister Melody, on their new addition!
Emerson Grace was born on Saturday, 1/14, at 4:47 pm. 8 lbs, 6oz, 20" long!
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Calendar
February 1 - Love to Stay Study at 7pm at Boyle's home
February 8 - Love to Stay Study at 7pm at Boyle's home
February 10 - Bishop Karen Oliveto will be making very quick stops at all of the United Methodist Churches. WPUMC will be seen at 3:15-3:30 on Friday, February 10th. All are invited to meet Bishop Karen. Please note this is very quick and informal.
February 12 - All Church Celebration: The Love Games. Following worship service in Fellowship Hall
February 15 - Love to Stay Study at 7pm at Boyle's home
February 19 -
Assemble lunches in Tea Kitchen at 8:30 am & 10:30am. Lunches are for those experiencing homelessness in Denver.
- Intergenerational Mission Trip Information Meeting in Library following Worship Service.
February 25 - Distribute lunches in Civic Center Park at noon.
- Youth Confirmation 10:00-2:00 in Fellowship Hall
For more information, see the
WPUMC Calendar.
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Birthdays:
02/01 Tory Clarke
02/01 Everett Webster
02/03 Stephanie Gerard
02/04 Gladys Blair
02/04 Clark Seccombe
02/07 Jack Edgar
02/14 Cadence Peterson
02/15 Andrew Salis
02/17 Bill Wieder
02/17 Thomas Gibson
02/17 Leslie Johnson
02/18 Maggie Eronimous
02/18 Aidan Musslewhite
02/20 Mary Kay Casey
02/21 Destiny Nelson
02/21 Laurie Ross
02/21 Mason Shermer
02/22 Ellie Sullivan
02/23 Benjamin Scheffler
02/23 Mira Kapadia
02/25 Miles Justice
02/26 Sharlene Douthit
02/27 Shiloh Fleming
02/27 Ellie Smith
02/27 Blake Garrett
02/28 Joanne Esposito
02/28 Catherine Garrett
02/29 Kevin Lontz
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Anniversaries:
02/01 Kelly & Blair Goering
02/04 Preston & Jessica Quick |
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