Sunday Worship will be on our YouTube channel this Sunday at 10AM.
Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel for
notifications of new videos and live broadcasts!
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If you would like a DVD of Sunday Service, please contact Butch Howard. |
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Lenten Study 2022
Courage: Jesus and the Call
to Brave Faith
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Courage is the foundational virtue required for the Christian life. But often we wonder if we have what it takes to live the vital life Jesus offers his disciples. In Courage: Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith, pastor and author Tom Berlin challenges us to unlock the courage that we already possess as Christ followers.We have options for those who wish to be in-person and for those who wish to join via Zoom.
SIX WEEK STUDY BEGINNING TUESDAY, MARCH 8 2:00PM (Every Tuesday 2:00PM for six weeks)
You will learn if you have what it takes to live the vital life Jesus offers.
Discover how God works in your life when you enact a brave faith. Unlock the courage you possess and find the remarkable life Jesus offers you.
Register on the sign-up sheet at the Hospitality Desk in the Narthex or by calling the church office, 303-776- 3523.
The study is also being offered by the Adventurer’s Sunday School class on Sunday mornings beginning 3/6. Contact Tricia Grafelman for more information.
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Come to the Ash Wednesday service on March 2 at 6:30pm.
Ash Wednesday marks the first day of the season of Lent leading up to Easter. Lent is the 40 days (excluding Sundays) that the Christian Church has used through the centuries to call people to humility and repentance. Ashes from the previous year’s burnt palm branches remind us that we are created from the dust of the earth and to the earth we return.
Our service on Wednesday March 2 will include meditative music from Karen McIntosh, some Bible readings and imposition of ashes. Ashes will be placed on either the forehead or wrist of participants.
We will have a special Pancake Dinner the evening before on Tuesday March 1, and a Lenten study on Courage – Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith during the six weeks on Lent.
Our Spiritual Development in an important priority at the Heart of Longmont and we invite you to take advantage of these special events.
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Thank you to everyone for my copy of the 150th Anniversary booklet and the gift card. It was such a pleasure working with you all and the booklet was such a fun project to work on. Thanks again and God bless!
~Sandi Austin
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Important News About Masks |
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This Friday the Boulder County Health Dept. will be ending the mask mandate for indoor services. The number of cases from the Omicron variant is decreasing, but the 7-day positivity rates are still above 4%. However, Boulder County reports that 95% of people 65 years and over have been fully vaccinated. This is very encouraging. We are going to do a slow movement towards returning to normal worship services.
Beginning Sunday, February 20, masks will be optional. They are still recommended, especially for older persons and those with health concerns.
Hymnals and Bibles will return to the pew racks.
By the first Sunday in March we will be passing the offering plates down pews. We also hope to reinstitute Coffee Hour following worship. You will be asked to bring your own coffee mug.
We realize not everyone may feel ready for these changes to occur. Please take whatever precautions you feel are necessary. We will always offer the opportunity to worship on-line through our YouTube channel.
I want to say how proud I am of all of you as we have traveled nearly two years on this pandemic journey. The conditions may change and we may need to re-institute new safety measures. Thanks to our Trustees and our Re-Open team for their guidance throughout this health crisis.
Blessings!
Pastor David
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United Methodist Women support programs in the United States and around the world that benefit women, children, and youth - thereby impacting entire communities. Through their generosity, UMW members transform the lives of women, youth, and children in the United States and around the world.
UMW of The Heart is pleased to make a special Gift to Mission to honor Misty Bone for her years of service as Children’s Ministry Director and to God’s House Band for their service and musical ministry in our congregation.
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HOL Youth Had a Great
January and February!
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The youth have had a great time in January and February! We decided that this semester we will be doing one fun outing a month and one mini service project each month.
In January, we assembled blessing bags that can be passed out to those experiencing homelessness in the community as our service project. For our fun outing, we went bowling! It was so fun to see our kids try new things, show off their competitive side, and have a lot of fun!
In February, we're helping assemble the Chef Hearty meals for Wild Plumb as our service project. We enjoyed the sunshine and chilly weather while ice skating for our fun outing! I was so proud of the kids who tried skating for the first time and was surprised by some of their hidden talents on the ice. We're looking forward to more adventures and memories to be made.
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Dinner starts at 5:00 pm every Sunday. Please plan on providing dinner for a group of 12 - 18 youth. It is helpful if you are able to stay to clean up, but if you aren't able to do that and would still like to drop off food, please just let Emily know ahead of time. We don't have any major allergies, however, we do have some gluten and dairy sensitivities. Emily is available via email Emily.basic@gmail.com or phone 303-548-6079 if you have any questions. Thanks! |
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Feb. 6 - Joyce & Jamie Bowland donated flowers in loving memory of Gene & Shirley Thompson
Feb. 6 - Irene Floreth donated flowers in loving memory of her husband, Phil, daughters, Julie & Brenda & Irene's father, Ralph
Feb. 13 - Thy & Kim Ear donated flowers in loving memory of Kim's father
Feb. 13 - Bob & Marty Brevig donated flowers in loving memory of their parents, brothers & sister
Feb. 13 - Janet Pearson - special bouquet donated in loving memory of her husband, Buzz
Feb. 20 - Sharon Yonkees - donated flowers in loving memory of her husband, Jack
Feb. 20 - Kevin & Lynda Piper donated flowers in loving memory of Lynda's dad
Feb. 27 - Rev. David Burt donated flowers in honor of David & Rebecca's 50th wedding anniversary
Feb. 27 - 150th anniversary committee members donated flowers in honor of David & Rebecca's 50th Wedding Anniversary.
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Heart of Longmont Lenten Food Drive
for the OUR CENTER Returns!
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MARCH will be Heart of Longmont's designated month for food contributions to the OUR CENTER.
We will once again add an item a day to a box for 30 days during LENT beginning on March 2nd. THEN, on April 2nd, you can bring your box to the church between 10 AM and NOON.
We realized after last year these boxes got pretty heavy, so if it's easier to bring things weekly, we will have a spot in the airlock to drop off items as needed.
This is yet another way our congregation is putting more of God's love into the world.
Thank you for your support!
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Heart of Longmont a Congregational Member of NAACP Boulder County |
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Continuing to move toward being a church that is a open and affirming to all, Heart of Longmont Church Council made the decision to join the Boulder County NAACP as a congregational member.
By doing so we have joined with other congregations from different religious faiths in Boulder county to increase diversity and cultural competency as well as strengthen the interfaith community through education and united action.
As part of that community we will abide by the following covenant:
We, as congregational affiliates of the Religious Action Committee of the NAACP Boulder County, agree that faith traditions have a responsibility to speak and take action against racism, social injustice, and the misuse of religion to justify the oppression of others. We also believe that all human beings have a place at the table, regardless of race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, socio-economic status, gender expression, sexual orientation or marital status.
If you have any questions regarding our membership, please reach out to Reverend David or Rod Edmonds.
“Jesus knew that the old eye-for-eye philosophy would have everyone blind. He did not seek to overcome evil with evil. He overcame evil with good. Although crucified by hate, he responded with aggressive love.” ~Martin Luther King, Jr.
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A PSALM
By Ansil Saunders
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Just look around you and see k in everything.
His name of love is written on every tiny raindrop.
His name of wonder crowns the mountain peak.
Swirls across the seas.
Who else could stretch rivers like silver ribbons
Across the continents or fill the darkest recess
Of the oceans with life?
Only God could create the morning sunrise
That bursts the horizon is a blaze of glory.
Some mornings that gray and gold sunrise
Is so beautiful that one cannot tell where the
Heaven ends or the earth begins.
Only God could create a moon,
A moon which represents equality,
Because it equalizes the waters of the earth.
Only God can pierce the skies with stars!
Stars that have the beauty of the blue sapphire, but
Sparkles with the radiance of a flawless diamond.
Every living thing reaches for God,
The smallest green grass, the tallest redwood.
Look around you and touch your brother,
Kiss your Sister and then behold the wonderful works of God.
The boats, the psalms and computers
Are made by fools like me;
But only God can blossom the cherry tree.
Only God can give life to you and me.
Amen!
Ansil Saunders is a fishing guide in the Bahamas.
He guided Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. days before his assassination in 1968.
While on this fishing trip, Ansil recited his Psalm for MLK.
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Chef Hearty Recipe - January 2022 |
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The January recipe for Chef Hearty was Corn Sausage Soup. On a chilly day this hearty soup can warm you up too!
Corn-Sausage Soup
Let this soup keep you nice and warm on the inside.
Ingredients:
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 cup coarsely chopped onion
4 cups peeled potatoes cut in 1/2-inch cubes 2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed
1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 17 ounce can cream-style corn
1 17 ounce can whole-kernel corn, drained
1 12 ounce can evaporated milk
Instructions:
In a Dutch oven or kettle, cook the pork sausage and onion until the sausage is brown and the onion is tender. Drain mixture on paper towels.
Return sausage mixture to Dutch oven. Stir in potatoes, water, salt, marjoram, and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 15 minutes or until potato is just tender.
Add the cream-style corn, whole-kernel corn, and the evaporated milk. Heat through. Makes 6 servings.
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Leadership Institute Visionaries |
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Each fall several church members participate in the Church of the Resurrection’s Leadership Institute. Following last fall’s program, participants formed a ‘small’ team to implement some of the ideas and practices presented at the Institute. The goal is to bring to life these ideas and practices to enhance our worship experience and missional outreach.
Some of the actions taken to date include:
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improving communication - PowerPoint slides before Sunday service and Instagram daily devotions
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changes to the worship experience - exploration of outside groups for music, sermon series on faith questions
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transitioning the children’s program - recruitment of Sunday School volunteers, Safe Gatherings certification for volunteers, Children’s Time during worship
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deepening connections with Wild Plum staff and families - breakfast for staff in December, Chef Hearty, Valentines for children from our HOL Kids
The team will continue to explore ways to enrich worship, deepen connections between members and strengthen and develop active relationships with the community with God’s guidance.
Members of the team include Reverend David, Lynn Greenhalge, Tricia Grafelman, Dave Perry, Rod and Joan Edmonds.
If you have suggestions we would love to hear them. If you desire more information, please contact one of the team members.
O magnify the Lord with me,
And let us exalt His name together.
Psalm 34:3
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Volunteers needed for
HOL Sing-Along Group
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Heart of Longmont’s Music Program would like to invite any and all interested music lovers to be part of a Sing-Along group to help lead the congregation whenever we sing a contemporary praise song as a hymn.
No extraordinary vocal abilities needed; just enthusiasm, willingness to help other people sing, and a desire to “make a joyful noise to the Lord.” This would be a loosely knit group that would flock merrily to the front for the praise song during Sunday worship. No rehearsal required; just a quick run-through before the service, with a recording provided for you to sing along with around the house during the week before.
If you would like more information, or would like to say “Sign me up!”, contact the church office.
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February's compassion offering supports HOPE.
If you wish to donate to this month's compassion offering, you can do so online by clicking here and navigating to the Monthly Compassion Offering tile. Or, you may send a check to the church office with "Compassion Offering" on the memo line. |
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Fisk Jubilee Singers Concert |
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Withers Photography Exhibit |
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A concert by the Fisk Jubilee Singers from the Fisk University in Nashville, TN will be at the Mackey Auditorium Concert Hall on Sunday, February 27th at 2:00 p.m.
The singing group originally introduced ‘slave songs’ in 1871 and were instrumental in preserving this unique American musical tradition known today as Negro spirituals.
They have performed around the world continuing the tradition of Negro spirituals.
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An iconic collection of 100 photos documenting civil rights, activism, sports, music, politics and every day life is on display at the Dairy Center in Boulder, 2590 Walnut St.
The Ernest C. Withers collection from Memphis, TN is a rare opportunity to view historical events from the Civil Rights era.
On display until February 27th, the exhibit is free and open Monday - Sunday from 2 - 6 p.m.
Viewing can be done independently or through a booking with a docent.
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The 150th Anniversary commemorative books are available!
We also have copies of the 100th and 125th Anniversary books which contain more of the history as the 150th only recounts the last 25 years.
You can stop by the church and pick one up or they’ll be available on Sundays as well!
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HOPE Collects for Fire Victims |
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Responding to a request to help the individuals affected by the Marshall Fire, HOPE will collect needed items.
They are seeking donations of hygiene products, cleaning supplies, paper products and new blankets.
Items can be dropped off M-T-Th-F from 12:00 - 5:00 at the Outreach Center, Messiah Lutheran Church, 1335 Francis St.
Additionally HOPE is in need of fleece blankets, 6 ft. size for their clients.
“And the King will answer them,
Truly, I say to you,
as you did it to
one of the least of these
my brothers, you did it to me.”
Matthew 25:40
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Berthoud First United Methodist Church has an opening for a part time staff position as an administrative assistant/secretary. If you or someone you know might be interested, please contact Pastor KyeongSu Jung at PastorJung@berthoudumc.org.
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Is your current will keeping up with you? Does it reflect your Christian commitments? Make sure your will is up-to-date.
Call it a ‘New Year’s Resolution’ or just good practice…like changing the batteries in your smoke detector…the start of a new year is a good time to review your will and make sure it reflects your wishes.
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You can make a donation to help with the Marshall fire recovery.
Send a donation to:
Designate it for Marshall Fire relief
Or
Boulder County Fire Relief
Or
Send your check to the office and we will pass it along for you.
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Mission u Study
Registration is Open
“Climate Justice: A Call to Hope and Action,”
Sunday Afternoons – Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2022
2:00-4:30 p.m. via Zoom
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A new registration form is available with option to order book! Please register using this link even if you already registered on previous form!
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Mission U is for ANYONE not just UMW! If this is something you’re passionate about them please sign up via the link below!
Thank you! ~UMW of the Heart
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Study Leader: The Rev. Waveland King, the United Methodist pastor serving the Mineral County United Methodist Parish in western Montana.
Mission u is a transformative adult education program, based on biblically grounded curricula. Curricula are intended to motivate, inform, and enrich our commitment to be in ministry for a more just and equitable world, locally and globally.
Please plan to participate in these no-cost adult virtual Mission u studies in 2022! They are hosted by the Mountain Sky Conference United Methodist Women and the Conference Mission & Justice Team.
Men and women are encouraged to participate!
People do not have to be members of The United Methodist Church to participate.
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Some Heart of Longmont members shared family recipes to be included in the Advent Boxes given out last year. Even though the holiday season is over, they wanted their recipes to be made available to download.
Click the button below to download a PDF copy!
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Church Council Open to All |
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We are in need of hand and feet warmers, hats, gloves/mittens, scarves, and warm socks.
This ministry is being used everyday and the box is filled at least twice a week. We are always looking for volunteers to help in stocking the box. If this is something you'd be interested in helping, please contact Jo Lloyd at 303-775-2884, mjolloyd1@msn.com, or see me before or after church. |
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Church Council regularly meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Meetings are open to any member of the congregation who wishes to attend. Due to the pandemic, the meetings are being held via Zoom for the foreseeable future. To attend you will need a link to the meeting that I am happy to provide you. Please send your email request to Jeff Brown, jalkbrown@msn.com.
All are welcome!!
Jeff Brown
Church Council Chair
jalkbrown@msn.com
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You may have noticed changes in the West Airlock. We tried to clean up all the boxes and utilize the cupboards more! Look at signs on the doors and drawers to determine where your items go! OUR center donations go in tall cupboard to the left of the elevator. Food, clothing, etc. can all be placed in the lower part of the cupboard. Egg cartons go above that and any small coffee cans for altar flowers go above those! HOPE donations go on the right side of the elevator-read signs for specific designations. The low cabinet on the south wall has signs for Blessing Box donations, printer cartridges, cell phones, Prison Ministry and Lion’s Club glasses. Boxes will only be on the floor for “special” collections. Thank you for helping us stay organized for those who deliver and/or pick up items we donate! |
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TURN IT UP! Assembly 2022 |
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Calling all women:
- TURN IT UP! for spiritual healing and renewal
- TURN IT UP! for rebirth in new time
- TURN IT UP! for women leaders
- TURN IT UP! for justice for women, children and youth
UMW Assembly coming May 20-22. Come to Orlando to care for your spirit, worship with your sisters and celebrate the positive impact women create in the world. Register now for online OR in-person attendance. Go to www.unitedmethodistwomen.org or follow the link below.
Questions? Contact Lynn Greenhalge at 303-651-3911 or halge@aol.com.
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The "Days for Girls Mission" Action Event is pending rescheduling.
Keep an eye on this space for updates!
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Have you ever wanted to ask Jesus one question? What would it be?
We will begin the new year of 2022 with a new sermon series: “Searching for Answers”. What are the questions you have about the Bible? About living the Christian Life? About the Teachings of Jesus? Pastor David would love to know what questions you may have and will invite all of us to think about such topics. He can’t promise that he will answer them the way Jesus would, but it will be fun and hopefully inspiring to discuss them together.
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Have an article or photo you want to see in the next edition of the Pulse?
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We thank you for your generosity!
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Adult Sunday School Classes on Zoom |
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Adventurer's Sunday School with Tricia Grafelman |
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Tricia Grafelman's Adventurer's Adult Sunday School has begun meeting in-person, but offers the option to join via Zoom to anyone who wishes to. |
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Topic: Adventurers Sunday School
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 836 9574 6852
Passcode: 964142
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Faith & Reason Sunday School with Marty Allison |
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Marty Allison's Faith and Reason Adult Sunday School is still meeting via Zoom, but are discussing whether to return to in-person meetings. |
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Topic: Faith & Reason Sunday School: Heart of Longmont
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 830 4521 8818
Passcode: 115380
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Do you have an article, story, or update you'd like to put in the Pulse?
The deadline for submissions is Monday by noon.
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office@heartoflongmont.org / 303-776-3523 / WIFI Password HOL2016M |
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The Heart of Longmont is open for in-person worship
Sundays at 10AM.
Worship services will continue to be broadcasted live on our
YouTube channel.
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The office at Heart of Longmont is open
Monday through Friday 10:00am to 2:00pm.
The Heart of Longmont office will be closed:
December 24 (Christmas Eve)
December 31 (New Year's Eve)
If you come to the office you will need to wear a mask and use the hand sanitizer inside the office doors. We may need to limit the number of people in the office at any one time.
You can call Carol at the church office, 303-776-3523, during those days and times. Or you can email her anytime at office@heartoflongmont.org.
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