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THIS WEEK
Mason United Methodist Church
A theologically progressive,
open, and affirming faith community.
Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors.
August 25th, 2022 - August 31st, 2022
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In thinking about the upcoming Reconciling Ministries vote, what are your joys and what are your concerns? | |
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Sunday, August 28th - September 4th
Sunday, August 28th - Votes to be Reconciled with be cast
Friday, September 2nd - Art Class in the Parlor
Sunday, September 4th - CELEBRATION: KICK-OFF SUNDAY!
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EEEGGGAAADDDSSS!
So, it's been a busy busy summer, and I feel like there are lots of ducks in a row—with the exception of a few stubborn ducklings that I'm still trying to get in line. In other words, I'm done planning, it's time for doing. I write this note as a warning. Looking at my schedule and the demands on my time, I am going to have to create a strict structure to my week. Of course, a pastor's schedule must be flexible, as things come up all the time, but for the time that I do have control over, I will keep to my plan (my weekly duties may be tweaked along the way so that we can all benefit).
Ergo: as of September 5th, I will hold office hours. I am considering Sunday afternoon, Tuesday morning, and maybe Thursday afternoon, but it's still TBD.
I hope you all understand my attempt to maintain a healthy work-life balance and support me in these efforts. If I'm going to be good for you, I've got to be good to me :)
Peace as always,
Susan
*ON ANOTHER NOTE:
My mother-in-law was put on Hospice a few days ago and I will be going to Atlanta from Sunday, August 2 - Wednesday, August 31. My emergency pastoral support coverage is Cathy Law from UMC University Place. The church number is 253-564-2754, and Emma will have her cell phone if needed. Your prayers for a peaceful transition are appreciated.
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Reconciling Ministries Network
Votes are due by August 28th
The vote to become an official Reconciling Congregation will take place during worship on Sunday, August 28th. Thank you to all those who have already mailed in your ballot. Please remember, unfortunately, ONLY MEMBERS OF MASON UMC CAN VOTE.
(click below to learn more about what it means to be a reconciling congregation)
RECONCILING MINISTRIES NETWORK
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You will be asked to vote
YES or NO
Should Mason United Methodist Church adopt and commit to the following statement, build ministries around that commitment, and live it out in our own lives and in the life of this faith community?
“We celebrate God’s gift of diversity and value the wholeness made possible in community equally shared and shepherded by all. We welcome and affirm people of every gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation, who are also of every age, race, ethnicity, physical and mental ability, level of education, and family structure, and of every economic, immigration, marital, and social status, and so much more. We acknowledge that we live in a world of profound social, economic, and political inequities. As followers of Jesus, we commit ourselves to the pursuit of justice and pledge to stand in solidarity with all who are marginalized and oppressed.”
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HOW WE LEARN................ | |
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LIVING THE QUESTIONS
Please sign-up in the foyer,
as will help Pastor Susan plan.
If you are in need of childcare, please let Pastor Susan know ASAP.
Remember to INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!
CLASS SCHEDULE:
AFTERNOON
Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:00pm
Thursday from 1:00 – 2:30pm
EVENING
Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00pm
Thursdays from 6:30 – 8:00pm
We will be thinking through this theologically progressive study, starting now and continuing until late Spring. Both classes will have the option of participating via Zoom and will offer childcare.
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FOR YOUNG ADULTS
A video-based God study for those seeking
to live their best lives possible.
Sundays at 5:00 - 6:00
starting Sunday, September 11.
Calling all young adults! Mark your calendars: we'll begin gathering to talk about meaningful stuff, and where God is in all the quirks and bummers in life. Meetings start on Sunday, September 11th at 5:00. You can also bring a friend! Let Pastor Susan know if you're going to show up so she can plan appropriately. You can email her at pastor.boegli@gmail.com or text/call her cell at 360-342-7913.
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Read below for a letter from United Methodist Missionaries, Larry and Jane Keis
Larry and I are inviting you to join a ZOOM meeting for the following event in which we will be speaking to a larger audience of people concerned with mission. The event is part of an initiative of GBGM to make missionaries known to the church by giving them an opportunity to share their various ministries. The link to register for this meeting and date and time are included below:
#StillInMission Episode 46
Thursday September 1st, 2022 12:00 -1:00pm ET (9:00 - 10:00am PDT)
https://gbgm.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0ofuigqz8rGdxeaZO59_b2q-QV5X1JiQo8
We will be in touch later this year with our ‘Updates from Mutare’ newsletter.
May God continue to bless your ministry and outreach as you serve in your community and further afield.
Larry and Jane Kies
Africa University
Box 1320
Mutare Zimbabwe
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HOW WE PRAY................ | |
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PRAYER IS IMPORTANT TO US BECAUSE WE ARE A FAITH FAMILY.
Families share what's happening in our lives, and since we are a church family, we too can share our joys and concerns with one another.
JOYS
Jane Brosius extends her thanks to all the helpers at Friday’s memorial service for Tom Martin: Jane Brosius, Jane Hallstrom, SyraBeth Puett, Pat Roundy, Emma Kelly, and Jeff Orr.
Sandy Roszman thanks Brian Nelson for making gluten-free cookies for last week's Fellowship Hour.
George & Joyce Schuetz celebrate their 51st anniversary of marriage.
CONCERNS
Ken's mother has been put in hospice and Ken is headed to Atlanta to be with her. Pastor Susan will be going for a few days in the weeks to come.
Greg Newkirk lifts up the loved ones of Kelsea Killbride, a friend of the family, who died in a rollover accident in Denver, CO. We pray for their family. May perpetual light shine upon her.
Pat Roundy shares her concern and requests prayers for her dear friends, Laree and Mike, who have COVID.
Steve Lynd asks for prayers as he will be undergoing open heart surgery n September 2nd.
We continue to pray for all of those who have lost jobs and security during this time. If you know of anyone who needs assistance with paying bills, please have them contact the church. Funds are available in our Pastor's Discretionary Fund.
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CHILDCARE IS NOW AVAILABLE!
We have wonderful news. Linda and Tarycca Queree will be returning as our childcare providers after a long Covid hiatus. Linda's sister Tarycca, is volunteering as the second caretaker. There won't be a need for members to step up—with the exception of filling in as substitutes.
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE CONTINUES!
Even though the donation box has gone, we can still help Communities in Schools serve our local schools. This charity accepts monetary donations and checks, which can be made out to COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS and mailed to:
Communities In Schools Development Department
2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22202
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HOW WE WORSHIP................ | |
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Sound for Sunday Livestream is Still a Problem
BUT WE'RE WORKING ON IT!
We are still working on delivering the best quality Sunday service live on FB and hope that we are close to being done with all our troubleshooting and advances. However, each Sunday, several hours after worship, a video of the service will be available on our Facebook page. We understand that it's not the same, but it seems to be the best we can do at this time.
This link will take you to our Facebook page.
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THIS SUNDAY'S WORSHIP: AUGUST 28, 2022
Who We Are and Whose We Are
We are all Children of God. We are all Loved By God. We are all our own unique person's created perfectly by God. We are all brothers and sisters. We are all invited into God's circle of Love.
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Whole Worship Video from
AUGUST 21, 2022
Let's Build a Church!
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SERMON ONLY Video
AUGUST 21, 2022
Let's Build a Church!
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WEEK of August 21, 2022
In attendance:
47 adults
0 children
TOTAL: 47
Facebook attendance is unknown.
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Please continue to be generous with your offering. We fall short of our budget far too often.
You can make your offering by giving on Sunday in the plate;
mailing a check or monetary donation to the church office; or
via our PayPal, found on Mason's website.
Earn all you can. Save all you can. Give all you can.
- John Wesley
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23rd
7:00 - 8:00
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GUESS WHAT?
We have been chosen to hold the Interfaith Celebration of Gratitude this year! What an honor!
Hosting will be a whole lot of work, so I will need all hands on deck to volunteer. What a wonderful way to showcase who we are (and Margaret Nelson will be a featured musician on the bagpipes)!
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SOCIAL JUSTICE .............. | |
GUN VIOLENCE - We can do something!
OCTOBER or NOVEMBER -
date is yet to be determined
The Interfaith Alliance of Tacoma is organizing an event of storytelling from people who are directly effected by gun violence in Tacoma. This event will be followed by another event in January which will have a town-hall structure. Stay tuned.
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SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP AFTER WORSHIP RETURNS!
We are excited to announce that we are know offering fellowship after worship again. If you would like to host on a Sunday, you can do so by signing up in the narthex. For any questions, contact Sandy Roszman, as she is the coordinator of this ministry.
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COME VISIT OUR LIBRARY!
Borrow a book, have a chat, or just relax and enjoy this quiet space.
Library Hours
Sundays 9:30am – 11:30am
Tuesdays 9:00am – 12:00pm
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OTHER STUFF................ | |
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PASS THIS ON
Want to be a part of reviving Mason? Want to fill the sanctuary with folks who wish to live a meaningful life? There's one little thing you can do to help make that happen. It only takes seconds. Forward this newsletter to two people this week. Don't fear judgment. We're all judged no matter what we do; just do it. Just spread the Word without words.
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Pastor Susan's blog. Click below:
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Click below to go to Mason UMC's Facebook Page
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EARN ALL YOU CAN.
SAVE ALL YOU CAN.
GIVE ALL YOU CAN.
Please continue to make contributions to the church as you are able.
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2710 N Madison St., Tacoma, WA 98407
253-759-3539
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