The United Methodist Church of Evergreen
Pastor Russell Fletcher
Sunday, April 9, 2017
6
th Sunday in Lent
8:30 and 10:30 Services
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Russell's Ritings...
Holy Week is one of the busiest but one of the most meaningful times we spend. Every Holy Week is special, but I remember one which was very special for me. The year was 1968. A black pastor in a nearby community asked me if it would hurt me in my ministry if I preached Holy Week Services in his church. Even though I knew some of my folks would object, I gratefully accepted the invitation. Sure enough, I had to deal with some criticism, but it was a great time of fellowship with a white preacher in a black church - one of the first times such a series of services was held in Mississippi.
One night after the service the pastor's wife came to me as I was leaving the church. She said, "I know you would get criticism if you ate in our home, but I wanted to fix you some supper." She handed me a box supper with fried chicken, potato salad, baked beans, and a wonderful slice of lemon cake.
It was getting late as I drove along the beach on my way back to my parsonage so I pulled over and ate my meal with a full moon and a full heart. That is one of the times I have felt closest to God. And that southern meal of fried chicken and trimmings tasted strangely like bread and wine!
(Please remember this was 50 years ago. Things were different then - the days of the old Central Jurisdiction, segregated schools, the height of the civil rights movement, and our churches were even in different conferences though only a few miles apart)
I invite you to observe a special and memorable Holy Week with me - and UMCE - this week. Sunday I will be preaching the last of the series on the Christian Vocabulary at 8:30 and at 10:30 our Chancel Choir will present their Easter Cantata. We will also be receiving our confirmation class, one of the highlights of the year.
On Wednesday next week we will enjoy our final Lenten Concert with Dr. Suzanne Barchers, Flutist, in concert.
Thursday at 6 p. m. we will celebrate The Last Supper. On Friday at noon - Black Friday - Good Friday - we will read the Passion Narrative.
On Sunday - the Sunday of Sundays, we will have two services at our regular times, 8:30 and 10:30. I hope you will plan to come and spend the morning with us. I will preach different sermons and the choir will be singing at both services.
So - Holy Week is upon us. I hope to see you soon and often!
Blessings,
Russell
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UMCE LENTEN AND EASTER SCHEDULE
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Lenten Concert Series
Wednesdays from 12:05-12:30
~ Luncheon served after each concert ~
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Wednesday, April 12
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12:05-12:30 pm
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Suzanne Barchers and Donna Levene
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Holy Week Worship Services and Events
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Sunday, April 9
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8:30 & 10:30 am
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Palm Sunday Worship Service
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Sunday, April 9
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10:30 am
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Easter Cantata and Confirmation
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Thursday, April 13
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6:00 pm |
Maundy Thursday Service
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Friday, April 14
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12:00 Noon |
Good Friday Service
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Sunday, April 16
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8:30 & 10:30 am |
Easter Sunday Worship Service
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Sunday, April 16
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9:30 am |
Easter Egg Hunt
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Please join us on Palm Sunday
at the 10:30 Service
as
The
Chancel Choir
s
hares the Resurrection
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SUZANNE BARCHERS AND DONNA LEVENE
~ Luncheon served after the concert ~
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Seek and Ye Shall Find...
Join us Easter morning at 9:30 am for the annual UMC EverKids Easter Egg Hunt!
Weather permitting the hunt will be on the playground. If there is snow, rain, or extreme cold, we will hold the hunt downstairs in the EverKids Sunday School area.
Please bring your own baskets, and a sunny, Easter attitude! We will have UMC EverKids Sunday School during the 10:30 service.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2017
June 5 - 9th from 9:00 am - Noon
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Come join the fun for our 2017 VBS Week: Maker Fun Factory! We will spend three hours each morning learning about God's love for each one of us, and our unique purpose in His world!
Youth and adults are invited to volunteer and host this special event. We have volunteer opportunities in the following areas:
- Crew Leaders
- Snacks
- Games
- Preschool and Kindergarten Leaders
- Bible Stories
- Crafts and more!
Vacation Bible School is for children pre-school (
must
be potty trained) through third grade. There is also a special program for fourth and fifth graders. Sixth graders through high school may participate as volunteers.
Cost is $40 per child.
VBS Dates: Monday, June 5th through Friday, June 9th (9 am - 12 pm daily)
Contact Sarah to find out how you can participate!
303-717-2053
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HELP WANTED: NURSERY ATTENDANT
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The staff-parish relations committee is looking for a person to serve as nursery attendant during our 10:30 worship services, beginning in May. The pay for the position is $12 per hour. The job description and application form are attached below (just click on the link and print or save). An application form and job description can also be picked up in the church office.
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Below is an electronic (pdf) copy of the updated church directory (without photos). Just click on the Church Directory link below.
If you see any mistakes, or if you are not listed in the directory and would like to be, please just email Carol in the church office by emailing
office@evergreenumc.org.
If you would prefer a printed directory, please feel free to stop by the church office and pick one up.
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Attendance & Stewardship Report
Sunday School and Nursery 4/2/2017
Worship Services 4/2/2017
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Needed Weekly
Received 4/2/2017
Difference
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2017 Budget
Needed Year to Date
Received Year to Date
Difference Year to Date
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4/7/2017
37
119
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$5,912
$8,397
+ $2,485
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$313,348
$82,768
$77,472
($5,296)
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Sunday, March 5, 12, 19, 26 & April 2 & 9 from 9:30 - 10:20 am
BIBLE STUDY: PROPHETS AND KINGS
Facilitator: Dr. Lorna Idol
Experience the Bible in historical context. This is a six-session Bible study,
Prophets and Kings
, by noted teacher and historian, Ray Vander Laan and is a part of the Faith Lessons series. In this volume, Vander Laan explores the turbulent history of Israel's prophets and kings and draws lessons from their stories that can help build our devotion to and trust in God today. Filmed on location in Israel, Faith Lessons is a unique video series with supporting materials that brings God's Word to life with astounding relevance. By weaving together the Bible's fascinating historical, cultural, religious, and geographical contexts, this exploration reveals unique insights into the Scriptures' significance for modern believers.
Related Bible readings will be suggested after each session.
Sunday, April 16: No Session: EASTER SUNDAY Easter Egg Hunt at 9:30 am
Sunday, April 23: No Session: PANCAKE BREAKFAST from 9:15 - 10:20 am
Sunday, April 30 from 9:30 - 10:20 am
WALKING THE LABYRINTH IN A WALKING MEDITATION
Facilitator: Dr. Lorna Idol
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YOUTH EDUCATION AND ACTIVITIES
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CHILDREN AND YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL
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Action Pack
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Preschool-5th Grades |
9:30 am |
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Youth Group Sunday School
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6th-12th Grades |
9:30 am |
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EverKids Early Elementary Sunday School
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Preschool-1st Grades |
10:30 am |
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EverKids Upper Elementary Sunday School
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2nd-5th Grades |
10:30 am |
| SUNDAY YOUTH GROUP |
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High School Youth Group
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9th-12th Grades |
Noon - 1:30 pm |
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Regular Youth Group
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6th-12th Grades |
1:30 - 3:30 pm |
| THE STORY FOR KIDS |
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Wednesdays in UMCE Church Sanctuary
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Preschool - 5th Grades |
4:00 - 5:00 pm |
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Wednesday, April 5, 12, 19 and 26: 9:30-11:30 am
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY: "CREED"
Location: UMCE Church Library
Do you have questions about foundational Christian truths such as the purpose of life? Believing that powerful answers are embedded in the Apostles' Creed, Adam Hamilton examines it to explore what Christians believe and why it matters. Please join the Women's Bible Study as they study Adam Hamilton's book "Creed."
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Tuesday, April 4 and 18: 6:30 - 7:30 am
THE BAGELRY MEN'S FELLOWSHIP GROUP
Location: The Bagelry in Bergen Park
A small, but growing group of men have started meeting on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the Bagelry in Bergen Park, across from King Soopers. Please come to join us and feel free to invite someone else who might benefit from this informal men's fellowship time. Women do this! Why can't men?
Contact Bill Graf (303-246-8330) or Clyde Sacks (805-451-4586).
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Friday, April 21: 11:30 am
BRUNCH BUNCH AT 240 UNION RESTAURANT
Location: 240 Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO
Please join the group for a delicious lunch at one of the favorite restaurants of the Brunch Bunch - 240 Union in Lakewood. A sign-up sheet is located in Fellowship Hall. Please contact Orpha Platt with questions at 720-541-7172.
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Sunday, April 23: Breakfast from 9:15 - 10:30 am
PANCAKE BREAKFAST AND THE BAROQUE FOLKE
Please join us for a hot stack at the pancake breakfast in between the 8:30 and 10:30 services. Then stay for a special 10:30 worship service featuring The Baroque Folke where w
e will revisit some of the beautiful hymns of the Baroque time period.
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Saturday, May 6: 8:00 Breakfast, 8:30 Program
MEN'S BREAKFAST: "Drone Technology"
Location: UMCE Fellowship Hall
United Methodist Men will meet for breakfast at 8 am in the Fellowship Hall. Isaac Anderson will give a presentation and share his experiences and knowledge in using drones in civil and military applications. Russell Fletcher and Glenn Stoll will be coordinating the breakfast. All church family and friends are welcome to attend the speaker's program session starting at 8:30 am.
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Monday, June 5 - Friday, June 9 from 9:00 am - Noon
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: MAKER FUN FACTORY!
Come join the fun for our 2017 VBS Week: Maker Fun Factory! We will spend three hours each morning learning about God's love for each one of us, and our unique purpose in His world!
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Wednesday, April 5, 12, 19 and 26
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9:30-11:30 am
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Women's Bible Study: "Creed"
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Tuesday, April 4 and 18
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6:30-7:30 am
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The Bagelry Men's Fellowship Group
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| Friday, April 21 |
11:30 am |
Brunch Bunch at 240 Union Restaurant |
| Sunday, April 23 |
9:15-10:30 am |
Pancake Breakfast |
| Sunday, April 23 |
10:30 Service |
The Baroque Folke |
| Saturday, May 6 |
8:00 am |
Men's Breakfast: Drone Technology |
Monday, June 5 -
Friday, June 9 |
9:00 am - Noon |
Vacation Bible School 2017: Maker Fun Factory |
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| Sunday, April 9 |
12:00 pm |
Church Council |
| Thursday, April 13 |
7:00 pm |
Finance |
| Tuesday, April 18 |
6:30 pm |
Inclusiveness Task Force |
| Thursday, April 27 |
6:00 pm |
Membership |
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CHANCEL CHOIR REHEARSALS
These are in addition to regular rehearsal times on Sundays from 9:15-10:15
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10:00 am -
12:00 pm |
Cantata Dress Rehearsal in Sanctuary
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Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Please call the office at 303-674-4810, or email office@evergreenumc.org if you would like to add
your event to the weekly Happenings.
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LARGE PRINT HYMNALS, BIBLES AND BULLETINS
are available in the vestibule for Sunday services. Just ask one of the ushers to help you.
ASSISTIVE LISTENING DEVICES are available for Sunday services. If you would like to try an Assistive Listening device this Sunday just ask one of the ushers or a sound booth technician.
AN OPEN INVITATION TO MEMBERSHIP is extended to all persons. Please speak with the pastor about your interest in becoming part of this great Christian Fellowship.
RELOADABLE KING SOOPERS/SAFEWAY GROCERY CARDS
are on sale in Fellowship Hall on the first Sunday of each month following each worship service. 5% of all purchases made with these reloadable cards goes back to UMCE! You can also purchase these cards from the church office during regular office hours.
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THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF EVERGREEN
Growing a community of faith by serving a world of need and changing lives. We affirm a spirit of openness and hospitality to all, including persons of all races, ages, genders, sexual orientations, financial strata, and abilities who seek a closer walk with God.
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