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Miracle Window Update

Jane and Phil Watkins shared with us an update about the Miracle Window restoration. The project is going well! The lower panels, vents, and a few panels up from the vent level have been cleaned. Phil has begun work at the top center, using an extension ladder (pictured below). Three pieces of glass have been removed and replaced and one other has been removed so an exact copy can be made for refitting and replacement. Jane writes:

"The glass is taped together then carefully removed and taken to the shop to be copied on paper. Then a duplicate piece is made from our stockpile of hand blown glass to match the color and hues of the broken pieces.Phil will continue to replace pieces as he goes, saving the Starburst panel for last as it will need to be removed and taken to his shop for repair. The work is tedious and time consuming but very successful in repairing everything as we go."

Change for Change

The Votes Are In!

The votes have been counted and the name for the housing project has been decided!

The winner is WESLEY HOMES!

Wesley Homes received $208.37. Isaiah Homes came in second at $131.04. Third was Samuel Homes at $72.27. The grand total collected was $411.68!

Thank you for casting your votes and supporting the Wesley Homes project. You can read more about this project on our website. Go to: https://www.heartoflongmont.org/wesley-homes/

Wesley Homes Update

The Memorandum of Understanding, an agreement between two parties to move forward on a project, was signed by John Murphy on behalf of HOL and Tim Rakow on behalf of The Inn Between on August 18th.

The Inn Between Board approved the Memorandum of Understanding on August 16.

On September 1 Wesley Homes Team members, Jean Malchow, Tricia Grafelman and Pastor Claire, met with Tim Rakow, The Inn Between executive director, and Kelly Dietman, architect for The Wesley Homes.

The meeting gave Dietman an opportunity to see the location. She is excited and enthused about the project.

The Wesley Homes project received approval on September 5 from Reverend Dr. Charles Alkula (pictured above) on behalf of the Peaks/Pikes Peaks District Roundtable to proceed with deeding of the property to The Inn Between for the construction of 12 two and three bedroom homes.

Jean Malchow has been working with Hilary King (director of the HOL Wild Plum preschool) on the relocation of the infant and toddler playground.

Mark your calendars for two very important dates: October 23 and October 30. On the 23rd Tim Rakow will join us for an all church Q & A about the homes. On the 30th we will have an All Church Conference to vote on the Wesley Homes project. We are anticipating having some preliminary architectural renderings for the meeting on the 23rd.

If you have questions, contact one of the team members: Rod Edmonds, Joan Edmonds, Tricia Grafelman, Jean Malchow or Clint Schahrer.

Knit or Crochet?

Crocheted and knitted squares are needed to make blankets for the Pine Ridge Tribal Lands Native Americans.

Acrylic yarn squares 6, 8 or 10 inches can be sent to:

Seamers for Pine Ridge Afghans

Laura Sandage 701 14th St. Tell City, IN 47586

Or

Sarah Gallagher 223 S. Ann Arbor Rd. Saline, MI 48176

Squares that are tightly knitted or crocheted are preferred for warmth.

The Heart of Longmont would like to welcome ‘A Precious Child’, non-profit organization into our church. 

‘A Precious Child’, originally starting in Broomfield, CO will be setting up their most northern satellite location in what was previously used as the crib room in the nursery. Thank you to Lynn Greenhalge for all her work getting it ready for its new purpose. Young families in need will have access to free diapers, wipes, formula, clothes and food. Wild Plum staff will be escorting families throughout the week to get what they need.

In the future we will be asking for volunteers from our congregation to help with Bulk Distribution Events, where ‘A Precious Child’ will bring to our church large amounts of any items that are popular and commonly requested for those in need. We will let you know when those events are happening.

Clink on the link below to learn more about their mission and purpose.

https://apreciouschild.org/

Back to School Breakfast

Heart of Longmont treated the Wild Plum Preschool staff to breakfast on Friday, September 2. A variety of breakfast casseroles, quick breads and fruit were appreciated and enjoyed. It was a good start for a fun year of teaching the young, eager minds of 56 kiddos!

As we update our directory and begin implementing the Text in Church communication platform, please know that you can opt out at any time. Our goal is to improve our communication and hope that this will help us keep you informed. 

Do you volunteer around the church?

Jean Malchow wants to hear from you!

Heart of Longmont is blessed to have many volunteers who take on tasks and to-dos around the church without anyone knowing it--changing banners, polishing brass, and much more. Thank you so much for your silent—sometimes almost invisible—efforts!

If you are one of these angel-like volunteers, Jean Malchow wants to hear from you! She is compiling a complete list of these tasks—big and small—that volunteers take care of around the church throughout the year.

Please contact Jean at j.malchow@live.com.

Sign Up for the Boulder Crop Walk!

This year's Crop Walk will be Sunday, October 16th at Atonement Lutheran Church Boulder. Join us, registration is now open! To sign up, click on the URL below. Select "Join a team" and search for our team (Heart of Longmont). Follow the on-screen instructions to finish registering. If you have any questions email Becky Vancura at becky.vancura@gmail.com

To register, click here: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2022/teams

Library Book Give Away

Now is the time to add to your book collection. The library is downsizing and we are in the process of clearing and consolidating book shelves. This is a process and the first section of the library we are working on contains books on faith, personal devotions, history and personal growth. Those are the books currently being given away. Downsizing will happen over a period of time.

There are several crates of books in the Gallery against the west wall next to the library table. Please take some time to see if there are books there you or someone you know might like. Additional books will be added to the give away as space allows.

Please do not take the crates.

Salmon Sale

Is Here!

The yearly BUMMP Salmon Sale is now starting. Wild caught salmon from our friends in Alaska will soon arrive. The suggested price will remain the same as last year, $10/lb. Delivery will start September 24^th.

This sale provides BUMMP funds to support BUMMP member churches and individuals in their outreach efforts.

If you would like to support this effort and buy some salmon, there will be a sign up sheet at the hospitality desk this Sunday or you can contact Nancy Swope at pgp1999rrs@gmail.com or 303-519-5516. Donations are also accepted if anyone does not care to purchase salmon.

Starting October 9 from 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM we will have our first Sunday Kids Choir practice. Any kids ages K-6th grade are welcome to come sing their hearts out with Kevin Lattu.

Kevin comes to us from Minnesota. He has a passion for music and working with children. He has a background in church camp music and he hopes to re-energize our children's church time. We are lucky to have him working with our families and children and youth on Sunday mornings. Kevin is on staff at CU as a Fellow, he has his MSW and is working towards his licensure in Social Work.

The kids will occasionally perform for the congregation.

Men's Fellowship - Saturday Sept 17 at 8:30 AM in Fellowship Hall. Donuts and coffee provided. Come, plan, connect. Let's have fun while serving, working, and studying side by side.

Chef Hearty - We will be packing the Chef Hearty meal bags for 56 of the Wild Plum families on Sunday, Sept. 25th right after service. Please join if you can. This is a great activity for young kids and families. Contact Rod Edmonds if you have questions.

Church Work Day - October 1 8:00AM - ??? Trustees have set October 1st as our fall work day to get regular maintenance tasks completed as well as a few repairs. Coffee and donuts will be provided!

CPR and First Aid training is available for anyone who wants to sign up. Oct 10th at 7:00 in the church parlor. It is a blended training, so some coursework prior to class online and then 1 hour of training in person. Please let Tricia Grafelman know ASAP at 303-506-3678 or tricia@heartoflonogmont.org if you would like to attend. Cost is $45.

Fall Festival - Saturday, Oct 15th, 4pm- 8pm at Pastor Claire's home for fellowship and fun. Join together for a wonderful time in the great outdoors. The McNulty-Drewes family is inviting you to their home north of Longmont, for an afternoon/evening of fun and connection. Pet the horses and other animals, enjoy some tasty pulled pork sandwiches, coleslaw, baked beans and cookie bars. Talk to your friends while sitting around a campfire and looking at the gorgeous view that God provides us with these Rocky Mountains. Sign up in the Gallery. Contact Tricia Grafelman for answers to your questions. 

Habitat for Humanity Faith Build - Saturday October 22nd from 8AM - 4PM. Contact John Grafelman if you have questions. Follow this link or scan the QR code above to sign up.

Blessing of the Animals - Oct. 30th at 2:00 at 1505 21st Ave. Bring any animal you want blessed to either the dog park or if you have an animal that isn't comfortable around dogs, we will bless them outside the enclosed dog area.

All-Church Conference - October 30 11:30AM-12:30PM More information coming soon.

The Heart's UWF are planning a Holiday Fair on November 5 from 9AM-2PM. Vendors, baked goods, jellies and jams, candy, the Treasure Trove will all be there and of course the wonderful lunch of pulled pork sandwiches, cole slaw, chips and PIE! Help spread the word and if you have friends who are vendors, have them get ahold of Mary Ann Watson! Thank you for your continued support!

For Love of the Horse - Sunday, Nov. 6th, 12-2pm at Pastor Claire's home. Learn how amazing time with a horse can be and how it can heal your heart and calm your soul. This is a hands-on event for the first 10 people that sign up. Participants will get a chance to groom the horses, learn about their special gifts and gentle spirit and how they can heal your soul. Sign up in the gallery. Contact Tricia Grafelman for answers to your questions.

September's compassion offering supports 2022 CROP Hunger Walk.

CROP Hunger Walks are community-based walk fundraising events held in cities and towns across the United States, created to support the global mission of Church World Service, a faith-based organization transforming communities around the globe through just and sustainable responses to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. After a CROP Hunger Walk ends, 25% of the funds raised is returned to the host community to support local hunger fighting efforts.

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.

Heart of Longmont UWF have a Facebook page!

Click here to follow us at https://www.facebook.com/uwfoftheheart/

HOLIDAY FAIR is getting closer! November 5th from 9-2 featuring vendors, homemade baked goods, jams & jellies, candy and our delicious lunch of pulled pork sandwiches with cole slaw, chips, and PIE!

We will also have the Treasure Trove once again, so if you have "nicer" things you would like to donate, please put on the stage in Wesley Hall marked "Treasure Trove" and the Missions of United Women in Faith will benefit! Thank you as always for your continued support! 

United Women in Faith Circles are beginning to meet again! Please come join a group and see what it's about,

we'd love to have you!

Lydia Circle

Catherine Murphy (chair)

Second Thursday of the month at 5pm in the church Gallery.

Sarah Circle

Ann Yoder (chair)

3rd Thursday of the month at 9:30am in various homes.

Contact the church office for location.

Esther Circle

Nancy Swope (chair)

3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:30am, various homes or church Gallery.

Call the church office for location.

Elizabeth Circle

Linda Morris (chair)

3rd Monday of the month at 1pm in the church Gallery.

Are you a knitter, crocheter, sewer or do you just love shopping for handmade items?

The 2022 holiday gift to Longmont Meals on Wheels clients will be handmade mittens, gloves or wrist warmers. Any homemade medium is accepted. Just please be sure they are good quality, new and lovingly made. If you aren't a crafter yourself, please consider a pair from Etsy or many of the local craft & artist fairs. Go to www.longmontmeals.org/events for some from local Etsy artists. Please mail items to Longmont Meals on Wheels or drop off items at the secure dropbox on the west side of the Longmont Sr. Center. Contact Annie@lmow.org with questions.

On Sunday, October 2, 2022, at 7 pm (MDT), Bishop Karen Oliveto will join the MSC Creation Justice Task Force for discussion, education, and inspiration. We’ll share why our changing climate matters to us as Christians and Methodists and how we can be hopeful advocates for change. You’ll leave the gathering with Mountain Sky Conference resources and actions to address the growing challenges of our environment. We hope to support our local churches with solutions for individuals and examples of local church projects that may leave you feeling it is easier to be green than one might think!

Register Here

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Questions? Please reach out to the MSC Creation Justice Task Force team at creationjustice@mtnskyumc.org.

Our Mission:

Putting More of God's Love Into The World

Helping all persons find deeper meaning and God’s purpose for their lives as committed Christ-followers.

Serving as the Heart of Longmont means:

We will welcome all persons, without reservation or judgment,

just as Jesus Christ would do.

We will work tirelessly by entering into intentional acts of compassion and social justice to make our community a place where God’s love is known by all, where poverty and deprivation are unknown by any, and where respect for the worth and dignity of each person is the norm.

We will respect and honor other religious traditions

while choosing Christ as our way of knowing God best.

We will emphasize life-long learning so that we may

engage our world from a dynamic and creative perspective.

We will work to protect God’s creation.

We will practice stewardship of all aspects of our lives,

including time, talent, financial resources, and spiritual gifts.