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Holy Week Activities
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Our
Good Friday
service will be held on March 30th at 7:00 pm in the sanctuary.
Don't miss our special
Son's Up Service Easter morning
, April 1, in the chapel at 8:30 am. A delicious hot breakfast, provided by the Worship & Music, Children & Family Ministries, and Hospitality committees will be served at 9:00 am in Wesley Hall.
Our special Easter Service at 10:15 am will feature the chancel choir singing the
Easter Cantata
"Footprints In The Sand" and will end the service with the "Hallelujah Chorus." The bell choir will ring "Because He Lives."
Celebrate this special week with us. He is risen! Hallelujah!
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Baskets & Potatoes
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Join us for our annual baked potato bar on Sunday, April 8 after worship. We will have baked potatoes with all the toppings, mac and cheese for the little ones and toast your own marshmallow s'mores. Your free will offering sends our Lowman kids (who prep, serve and clean up) to Camp Chippewa and Institute. We will have a Camp Chippewa representative there to answer your questions. And you won't want to miss the annual skit from our adorable Lowman kids.
The basket auction will end after lunch-come to place your final bids. Ten per cent of our proceeds will go to Mission Shares.
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Spring Tea on April 21
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Join us for a Refreshing
Tea with Lowman on Sat., April 21 at 1:00 pm. Our tea features gardening tips from a local garden store, trendy chalk art by Melissa Mitchell, an interactive children's story time by Betsy Brogren, musical talents of our WU scholarship singers, and more. We will have fancy hors d'oeuvres, a variety of tasty teas, and cute treat bags to take home.
Tickets are available now or you can offer your donation the day of event. See a young adult or the church office to buy tickets for suggested donations of $15 for adults and $5 for children. Proceeds provide scholarships for our Washburn University student choir members and support Mission Share.
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Family Mission Project
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We are making health kits for an organization that serves children in Uganda who have foot parasites called "jiggers." Sole Hope sets up clinics that remove the jiggers, bandage the wounds and provide shoes for the children so they won't become re-infected.
Each kit we send will contain cotton balls, a 2 inch sized safety pin, band aids, antibiotic cream, alcohol wipes, and sheets of stickers all packaged in snack sized and quart sized zip-lock bags.
We also need cash contributions for shipping these foot care kits.
You can help by donating these items at the table in the hallway or by making a cash contribution (memo line on envelope or check
Sole Hope
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Dear Friends,
Every Sunday we come to church bringing our world of joys, sorrows, and continuing anxieties, and our unanswered questions. Every Sunday we walk into the sanctuary with a hope of making some kind of meaning of the craziness of our lives. Every Sunday God brings us into his house and speaks to us and feeds us with his peace, and then he sends us out to be what God has made us: the body of Christ.
But on ordinary Sundays, we sometimes forget that God is at work trying to rid us of our old selves and raise us up to a new life in the risen savior, Christ Jesus. We forget that God's action in the death and resurrection of Jesus gives us something to change us, to make us renewed in the spirit of God's goodness. Instead, we are distracted by too little sleep, or an energetic toddler, or a recent success, or a medical diagnosis, or something in our community that frightens us. Our thoughts are scattered everywhere, and we grow to be uncertain about who we are and whose we are.
In the face of the distractions and the disruptions, we have the days of Holy Week: Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter. Each one is a gift from God to help us remember and refocus and return our lives to ones of hope and peace. God gives us the opportunity, as a church and as individuals, to reset our visions toward the understanding of forgiveness in the cross and salvation in the empty tomb.
Following the events of the crucifixion and the resurrection, the disciples, still grieving over the death of Jesus, were wondering "Now what?" And from reading the scriptures, we know what happens. They discovered a new meaning for their lives - Christ is alive and with them.
And they found a new direction. Even with the doubts and the anxieties of life, God calls us to follow-to be life changers for others and to give hope to a troubled world. Jesus has prepared the way of peace and we, like the disciples, are to tell his story to people everywhere.
Christ is with us, walking the same path we are sent on, looking out for us and blessing us with his hope. His promise is our message, his people are our focus, and his way is our way.
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VBS Christmas in July
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Everyone is welcome to our Christmas in July VBS meeting right after worship on Sunday, April 15. If you have already volunteered, please update the group on your plans. If you have not yet claimed a spot, come and find an opening that fits your abilities. VBS will be on Friday, July 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm, on Saturday, July 14 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sunday morning for Sunday school and worship.
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Holocaust Commemoration April 9
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You are invited to attend the State of Kansas Holocaust Commemoration Service on
April 9 from 1:00 to 2:30 pm at the downtown Ramada Inn. The Holocaust proclamation will be presented by Governor Jeff Coyler with participation by Kansas clergy, political leaders and students. Recognition will be made to Holocaust survivors, WWII veterans, and children of survivors.
The keynote address will be "Ethel and Harry Black: A Story of Finding Love and Fighting for Survival during the Holocaust" presented by their granddaughter, Rachel Black. A reception sponsored by the Kansas State Holocaust Commission will follow. Please call 272-6040 for more information.
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March Church Council Highlights
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Highlights from our Church Council meeting of March 11, 2018
Evangelism & Missions: Carla Hazen, Amanda Garner
The team began planning the Family Fall Festival for Oct. 6 - possible ideas: hayrack rides, balloon artist, pumpkin patch, obstacle course, funnel cakes.
Movies on the Lawn to be held in June and soon after VBS in July - desire to show more current movies and some movies for grownups.
Barbecues at Sheltered Living, maybe also Loving Hearts, Breakthrough House
The team has a goal date of June 10th for a Lowman blood drive to be held in Julie Schalansky's honor.
Provide evening meal for Campus Ministry at Washburn on Thursday April 26th
The team wants to move the all-church picnic back to late summer - too much already going on at this time.
Would like to set up a carpool pickup team
Is putting together a corporate prayer to be produced on laminated cards so that the entire congregation can be praying for the same things for Lowman.
Clipboards have been passed around, asking people to sign up to be greeters and/or on a prayer chain.
Technology & Communication: Adam Schafer
Lights have been ordered for the sanctuary to better illuminate the area in front of the steps where the bell choir sets up to play. These will be paid for by Memorials.
We could use the electronic sign for more and different messages. Anyone wishing to post on the sign only needs to give the information to Debbie to forward to Adam. ([email protected])
Chimes - some complaints have been made by a neighbor - suggestions that we limit the number of times they ring daily to four (9:00, noon, 3:00 & 6:00) and also that we turn down the volume.
Fellowship Committee: Liz Gragg
The Craft Fair will be held on the first weekend of November - Friday and Saturday, but not on Sunday.
Pastor's Report: Tony Hazen
Larry Sims was appointed to be an assistant treasurer.
Security - Randy Gragg accompanied a Topeka police officer on a security evaluation walkthrough of Lowman - the evaluation pointed out many ways Lowman has done security well but also a number of items that need to be addressed. Randy and Dale Schafer attended training through the Topeka Police Dept. that addressed many different security issues, including active shooter situations. Pastor Tony, Randy and Dale will be working on a security proposal to present to the council.
Pastor Tony urged everyone to make use of the website (www.lowmanumc.org) and newsletter. Communication is KEY in keeping the congregation apprised of all that is happening here.
New Business
Spring Tea will be held on April 21st at 1 pm - chalk art, presentation by Skinner's Nursery regarding upcoming planting season, photo booth, storytelling- $15 adults, $5 for children, tickets to be presold.
Pastor Tony reminded everyone of our plan to take 10% of the monies from every fundraiser and apply them to Mission Shares.
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Church Council meets at
2:30 pm on the second Sunday
of most months.
Everyone is invited to attend.
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Lowman served lunch at Let's Help on January 29 to 324 adults and seven children. Twelve volunteers prepared and served Italian Delight to our guests.
We originally only had nine people signed up to volunteer that day; however, God was in the center of our shortage, and several people appeared unexpectedly! Praise God! We can count on Him every time/all the time!!
Thanks to all who participated. God bless you for your faithfulness in this important ministry. Our next serving date is Monday, April 30. Please let me know if you can help.
Sharon McGuire
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A note from Debra Stufflebean, Director of the Shepherd's Center of Topeka:
As a sponsoring congregation of Shepherd's Center, your church places value on active aging, recognizing that seniors who are continually learning, physically fit, and growing spiritually remain happy and stay healthier longer than those who become inactive and isolated. We thank your congregation for supporting us financially and/or providing free space for our group activities. If you are over age 55, we invite you to explore what SCT has to offer.
Spring Adventures in Learning session at the Shepherd's Center of Topeka begins April 6 and runs for four consecutive Fridays, 9-11:30, here at Lowman. Each Friday enjoy two classes from the eight offered and refreshments. For more information: 785-249-3258 or www.shepherdscentertopeka.org. Come see what others are talking about!
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Lowman Crafters will hold a workshop on making microwave bowls and plates on Thursday, April 19 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm in the Chi Rho Room. Everyone is welcome to come.
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All kids please report to Ms. Susan and Ms. Traci's room at 9:40 am each Sunday to practice our Mother's Day worship song. We can't wait to see our adorable kiddos singing for their moms! Amanda Conrade will be directing the rehearsals. Thanks to Jeannie for our special song!
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Baby Mia Grace Craig, daughter of Loren and Trey, is here. Let's have a shower to welcome her! Kim Steves is Grandma; Judy Steves is Great Grandma. We will celebrate on Sunday, April 15 here at the church at 2:00 pm. Loren is registered at Babies-R-Us.
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United Methodist Women News
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April Mission Project
The UMW March-April mission project is to donate medical supplies for the Topeka Rescue Mission. Leave your donations on the hallway table.
UMW Calendar
Apr. 4 UMW Executive 10:30 am
Apr. 17 Circle at Arbor Ct. 2:00 pm
Devotion by Mary Haller
Apr. 17 Circle at Los Charros 7:00 pm
Hostess: Megan Bond-Toney
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Calling All Graduates
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We're looking for graduates to honor. Please let the office know if you know of someone graduating from high school, university, or a trade or tech school. We're planning a graduate reception, tentatively on Sunday, May 6 at 9:45 am.
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United Methodist News Service
,
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Doorstep will be selling cinnamon rolls and beef or pork tamales in April for three weekends, April 7 through April 22, with delivery the weekend of May 4th. Prices are $9.00 each for a six pack of frozen cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing, and $13.00 for a six pack of frozen beef or pork tamales. The tamales are individually wrapped and frozen. Money is due with your order. See Susan Venis, Doorstep Coordinator, to order your delicious food.
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Help Ugandan Children
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Lowman is making and sending foot care kits to remove jiggers and protect the feet of children in Uganda. Sole Care also provides children with shoes to prevent further infestations.
Jiggers come from the tiniest flea. When it's time to reproduce, the female flea will attach to the nearest warm blooded mammal she can find. She just needs an available soft place to bite, and then she burrows herself in, head first, looking for blood. The initial bite and burrowing is actually not painful, just a bit irritating.
During the next couple of weeks as the parasitic flea feeds off blood, the host grows a blister around her that usually causes much pain. The jigger's egg sack continues to grow, severely damaging feet and stealing the child's ability to lead a normal life. One female flea can produce literally hundreds of eggs that fall to the ground to hatch. Then, the tiny fleas look for the nearest warm blooded mammal to bite and usually find the same host as their mother. With many jiggers attached, the child begins to have trouble walking because of the intense pain. Soon, walking becomes impossible.
Please donate supplies or money for Lowman to make foot care kits for these children. Also, come help us assemble the kits after worship on Sunday, April 22.
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Singles News
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Lowman
Singles will attend the First Friday Art Walk on April 6. Meet at the NOTO office at 935 N. Kansas Avenue at 6:30 pm. We'll eat out afterwards.
We like to eat! We'll also eat out after the 10:15 worship service on Sunday, April 22, location still to be determined.
For more information, call the church office.
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Money Matters
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Received Budget Actual Expenses
Feb.
$ 18,622 $ 26,807 $ 23,293
YTD
$ 47,617 $ 321,704
$ 47,396
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Prayer Concerns
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- Kay Farley-health concern
- Julie Schalansky-health concern
- Bev Lueers-health concern
- Lois Icenogle's son-in-law Bernie Lusk-health concern
- Charlote Weddle-health concern
- Judy Steves' sister Sandie Holt-health concern
- Mary Mills-health concern
- Jimmy Richardson-health concern
- John Godfrey's family on the death of his mother
- Joy! Mary Alice was born on Feb. 24 to Matt & Jennifer Hosie. Jackie Howard is her grandmother.
- Joy! Mia Grace was born to Loren Steves and Trey Craig on March 3. Kim Steves is Mia's grandmother; Judy Steves is her great grandmother.
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Prayer List Policy
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Our policy is to list names on the prayer list for 3 weeks. If you let the office know, your name can be listed for an additional 3 weeks.
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Thank you to all who gave to
our Choir Scholarship Fund. We now have enough money to pay our singers/ringers through the end of May and beyond. Thank you for your generous support.
Jeannie Gish, Minister of Music
A big thank you from Doorstep to the people who donated items for Soup Line which was held Feb. 28. Theme baskets--Marvin Pohl and Lowman Crafters Nancy Shermoen, Dianna Massie, Connie Lummis & Rosie Cooper; desserts--Carla Hazen, Barbara McLain, and Dianna Massie. THANKS!
Susan Venis, Doorstep Coordinator
We had a successful Operation Soup Line! Thank you to everyone who helped out selling tickets, making desserts, donating baskets, volunteering, and attending the event. A great big thank you to Cathy Butler who made all of the soup and chili. We almost met our highest number of delivery orders again this year with 421, just two shy. In total, we served 1,015 for lunch through delivery orders, carry out, and at the event. We had 46 theme baskets making over $3,100. In total, we made approximately $18,300 for our 15th Annual Soup Line.
Thank you to all who worked so hard to spruce up our building and grounds this spring. You did a great job and we really appreciate your efforts!
Board of Trustees
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Invites & Reminders to Lowman Events
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Have you ever used Lowman's online calendar? It features several months of scheduled events for Lowman. Recently added are two features to make it very helpful: If you click on an event, you may have an email reminder sent to you. You may also send an invitation to others to join the event. Access the calendar on the media page of our website at lowmanumc.org
or click the link above. Check it out!
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Join Us for Handicrafts at Lowman
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Hey, scrapbookers, "Scrappin' at Lowman" meets the second Saturday of each month in Wesley North at 12:00 noon.
Or are you interested in quilting or UFO's? "Quiltin' at Lowman" meets at 10:00 am on the fourth Saturday of each month.
Our latest group, "Lowman Crafters", meets upstairs at 1:00 pm the third Thursday of each month.
Visitors and newcomers are welcome in all groups. Call the church office at 272-8921 for more details.
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Opening the church: Robert Maxwell
Greeting: Jan Craig
At visitors' desk: Carla Hazen
Liturgists
Apr. 1 Tony Hazen
Apr. 8 Phyllis Hays
Apr. 15 Robert Maxwell
Apr. 22 Margaret Jantzen
Apr. 29 Patty Bottorff
Children's Message by
Apr. 1 Jackie Howard
Apr. 8 Camp Chhippewa
Apr. 15 Tony Hazen
Apr. 22 Susan Vargas
Apr. 29 Carla Hazen
Stephen Ministry Visitation
Mar. 26 -- April 1 Diane Schafer
April 2 -- April 8 Bess Brewer
April 9 -- April 15 Mary Haller
April 16 -- April 22 Susan Conrade
April 23 -- April 29 Carol Babcock
April 30 -- May 6 Argell Jantzen
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Lowman Ministry Teams Meeting Schedule
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Second Sunday of each month
11:30 am Trustees-quarterly
Worship Team-even #'d months
12:30 pm SPRC
Children & Family Ministry Team
1:30 pm Finance Team
Evangelism
-Mission Team
odd #'d
2:30 pm Church Council
Third Sunday of odd #'d months
11:30 a
m Technology
/Communication
Team
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| Become Part of Our Family |
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Would you like to become a member of Lowman United Methodist Church? We'd love to have you join our family! Call the church office at 272-8921 to visit with Pastor Tony.
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| Stop Mailbox Overload |
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Your Lowman newsletter is now available by email as you can see. Save our church time and money and keep the earth greener with fewer trees cut down as you go paperless. Email us at
[email protected]
if you'd like us to stop sending you duplicate issues by snail mail.
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Senior Pastor
Debbie Culley
Office Administrator
Financial Secretary
Jeanne Wright
Freda Ensley
Nursery Staff
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