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THIS WEEK
Mason United Methodist Church
A theologically progressive, open, and affirming faith community.
Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors.
October 27th – November 2nd, 2022
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Finally!
I have wonderful news! Well...for me, that is. After 17 years of wanting to go to Kenya with the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission, the time has come. Several years ago, I almost went. I was paid, packed, and ready to go—but then Covid hit. Oh well.
However, the team is will be going again and I am part of that team! I will be gone for 3 weeks from February 15 - March 7, 2023. We are blessed with so many talented and faithful pastors who are stepping in while I'm gone that I'm certain I won't be missed! I'll share more another time, but for now, I just wanted you to know that one of my bucket list items will be checked off...God willing.
Pastor Susan
On another note: If you borrowed my "Message" Bible, would you let me know? I forgot who I lent it to.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
Thursday, Oct 27th– Wednesday, Nov 2nd
Wednesday, 10/26
12:30 - 2:00 - Living the Questions
5:30 - 7:00 - Living the Questions
Thursday, 10/27
1:00 - 2:30 - Living the Questions
4:30 - 6:30 - Pastor Susan's office hours
6:30 - 8:00 - Living the Questions
Friday, 10/28
10:00 - Art Class with Mary
11:00 - 1:00 - Pastor Susan's office hours
Sunday, 10/30
10:00 - Sunday Worship: All Saints' Service
12:00 - 2:00 - Savenger Hunt for Christmas Decorations
Monday, 11/1
Church office closed.
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HOW WE LEARN................ | |
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LIVING THE QUESTIONS - Week 8
"Restoring Relationships"
Reading for November 2nd and 3rd
(click title) Restoring Relationships
AFTERNOON EVENING
Wed from 12:30 – 2:00pm. Wed. from 5:30 – 7:00pm
Thurs. from 1:00 – 2:30pm. Thurs. from 6:30 – 8:00pm
Join us anytime in person OR
by ZOOM - (Click Here for ZOOM link)
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HOW WE WORSHIP................
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Whole Worship Video from October 23rd
Our Promises
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Sermon-Only Video October 23rd
Our Promises
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Manuscript from Sunday, Octover 23 -
Our Promises Our Promises
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WEEK of October 23rd, 2022
In attendance:
35 adults
3 leaders of worship
2 children
2 caretakers
TOTAL: 42
Facebook attendance is unknown.
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Your Generosity is Greatly Appreciated!
Click below to go directly to
Paypal on our website.
Paypal on Mason's Website
Earn all you can. Save all you can.
Give all you can. - John Wesley
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SERVICE IS AVAILABLE ON FACEBOOK LIVE.
JOIN US EVERY SUNDAY AT 10:00
Be sure to make a comment so we can record your attendance.
Here is a link to our Facebook page.
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All Saints' Day Service: October 30th, 2022
We will be holding our All Saints' Day service THIS SUNDAY, October 30th. In preparation for this, we ask that you send Pastor Susan or the church office the names of any loved ones who have passed away since November, 2021.
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JOIN THE CHRISTMAS CHOIR!
Christmas Choir practices will begin in November. We will be holding choir practices for our Christmas Eve celebration, beginning next month!
Practices will be on Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:00, beginning on November 10th. All are welcome, regardless of musical experience. For more information, contact the church office.
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BELL CHOIR on CHRISTMAS DAY
We are hoping to pull together some folks who would like to join our bell choir for a special performance on Christmas Day. If you are interested, please contact Krista or Marian Berry to organize and make this happen.
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PASTOR SUSAN NEEDS A TEAM for the
CHRISTMAS ART BAZAAR
After joining the Proctor District Association, Pastor Susan is looking to get as involved in the community as we possibly can. Therefore, we are looking to put together a bazaar of sorts. It will be an arts and crafts event, but the arts and crafts will be from artists in our Proctor Tacoma community, not just Mason UMC! Each artist will have an opportunity to "buy a table" so they can sell their wonderful holiday gifts.
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GUESS WHAT?
We have been chosen to hold the Interfaith Celebration of Gratitude this year! What an honor!
Tuesday, November 22, 7:00-8:30pm
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For decades, this annual gathering has brought together people of many faith traditions. This gathering has included participants from the Baha'i Faith, Buddhists, Roman Catholics, the Center for Spiritual Living, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Jewish people, Muslims, members of the Puyallup Tribe, Sufi, Unitarian Universalists, and other faith traditions.
After two years of virtual-only gathering, we will come together in person!
Hosting will be a whole lot of work, so we will need all hands on deck to volunteer. Please put this date on your calendar so you can help host and make an inviting atmosphere at Mason United Methodist Church. Let's show our neighbors what we are all about!
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Can you believe it? We're talking about decorating for Christmas! Krista, Marian Berry, Alice Newkirk and Gail Simpson are planning the decorating project for Advent/Christmas. Reach out to them if you would like to help!
Sunday, October 30th, at 12:00pm
Christmas decoration scavenger hunt!
Come and discover all the Christmas treasures that, over the years, have been tucked away and out of use.
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DON'T FORGET YOUR CHANGE FOR HEIFER INTERNATIONAL!
The children are collecting change on Sunday mornings to buy an animal from Heifer International for Christmas. Whatever amount they collect at the end of the season will be used by the foundation to purchase a chicken, goat, cow, or other livestock animal for an impoverished family. Don't forget to look in your couch cushions for extra quarters. Every dime counts!
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BLESSING BAGS FOR UNHOUSED PEOPLE
This is an Outreach Ministry that we can all participate in.
Good news: Lynn Stetson and Gail Simpson will be sharing the coordinator role to get this ministry going. We will put out a bin or box so we can collect the following supplies for our houseless and impoverished neighbors:
socks, protein bars, tissues, hand sanitizer, bottled water, feminine hygiene products, dog food, gallon zip lock bags, deodorant, first aid supplies, hand/foot warmers, and any other essentials that people might need.
When we have our supplies, we will regularly hold an assembly line to fill the bags for all of us to take and keep in our cars. STAY TUNED!
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SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP AFTER WORSHIP RETURNS!
We are excited to announce that we are now 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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Art Class with Mary!
Mary will be holding art class in the Parlor this Friday, October 28th. Join us at 10:00, and remember to bring your own supplies!
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HOW WE LEAD................
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Finance, Trustees and Lead Team meetings are listed on the calendar at the head of the newsletter. All are welcome to attend any meeting other than nominations and SPRC. Hope you'll come and learn more about how Mason works. | |
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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
Emmie celebrates that she was sick, but has since recovered; she also had a wonderful time at her first football game.
Chandler celebrates that he was able to donate good food that has not expired to the food bank. He also celebrates that he was able to visit his dad last weekend.
CONCERNS
Please consider Betty Ecklund in your prayers. She is in an Arizona hospital with blood clots in her legs and lungs.
Lavonne Hoivik will be receiving radiation treatments for the next two weeks; please hold her in your prayers.
Joyce Schuetz lifts up her sister, Peggy, who has a wound on her leg that is not healing.
The Grindleys ask for prayers for Katie’s niece, Kim: her cancer treatment is not going well. Her doctor said she will be on chemo for the rest of her life.
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OTHER STUFF................
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PASTOR'S OFFICE HOURS set aside for you.
Sunday from 11:00 - 1:00
Tuesday from 10:00 - 12:00
Thursday from 4:30 - 6:30
Friday from 11:00 - 1:00
The church office will still be operating regular hours:
Tuesday - Friday from 9:00am - 2:00pm.
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NEW WEBSITE
Pastor Susan has been working on Mason's website this summer. It is a work in progress, as Emma has been editing along with Susan.
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No, it's not done, but we're getting there, and there's enough information for you to check it out and pass it on. In today's world, people find churches through the internet, so it is imperative that we present ourselves in ways that are inviting. Look it over. Remember it's a work in progress. And pass it on to your friends!
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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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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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