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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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Easter Eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt are ready for the filing!
The plastic Easter eggs are in bags in a bin in the room behind the sanctuary. Each plastic grocery bag contains 40 plastic Easter eggs. You are welcome to fill a whole bag yourself or split the eggs with a friend. Please return filled Easter Eggs by March 24, Palm Sunday. Thank you!! Also, thank you to Lesley Holloman for bagging up all of these eggs AFTER putting them back together
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You are Invited to the March 3 Learning Session with LifewiseStL Urban Forum.
Everyone is welcome to participate on Sunday, March 3, at 12:45 as the LifewiseStL Urban Forum staff present and help us practice using a “Took Kit” that is useful for discerning next steps as we seek to serve with the community around us. This presentation is in lieu of the previously planned, “Roll of the Dice.” You are welcome to attend whether or not you participated in the February learning sessions.
Lunch will be available through the All Church and Community Potluck which begins immediately after worship. If you have questions, please reach out to Mary Kunce, 314-283-6953 or mary.k@maplewoodumc.org.
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Church and Community Potluck, Sunday, March 3, immediately after worship. Bring a friend, a dish to share, and topic for conversation.
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Bishop’s Statement on Kansas City Shooting
Missouri Bishop Robert Farr has released a statement regarding yesterday’s mass shooting in Kansas City. One person was killed and 22 were shot at the Kansas City Chiefs Superbowl victory celebration yesterday afternoon. At least half of the victims were under 16 years old. At this time it is being reported that two of the three people detained are juveniles and the shooting started as a personal dispute. Read the Bishop’s statement and access resources for Prayer, Learning, Assisting, and Advocacy for responding to gun violence at https://www.moumethodist.org/newsdetail/18265982.
Source: NetNews Bishop’s Statement on Kansas City Shooting
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Dear Friends,
My husband, Steve, like many of us, has stories about what went on in the school lunchroom during his late elementary and junior high years. More than once, Steve has recounted to our children the story of Will, (not his real name) who would frequently compress one, two, or three slices of white bread from his and others’ lunch trays into a nice round ball with a pat of butter at the center for flavor. No matter how many pieces of bread were used, once the creation was complete, Will would then pop the entire aptly named “dough ball” into his mouth and enjoy it as part of his lunch.
When my mom died last year, Will, whose family farm is near my parents’ farm, came to the funeral home for visitation. When Will was introduced to our son, Ben, Ben immediately recognized Will’s name and said, “You’re the guy who ate the dough balls at lunch.”
I think Will was amazed that this part of his life story had made its way decades later into Shirar family lore. In fact, I think it took him a while to recall making and eating those “dough balls.” But this part of Will’s story has indeed lived on!
Sometimes it’s hard to predict which stories will stay with us over the years. While this story of lunchroom shenanigans is not of great consequence, more often it seems the stories that follow us into our futures are the ones that we would really like to shake off and leave behind.
This Sunday we will remember the story of Peter, focusing on what must have been the worst night of Peter’s life—the night he denied knowing Jesus, after adamantly insisting just hours before that he would never do such a thing. All four gospels tell this story and it is remembered nearly without fail each year when we re-tell the story of Jesus’ passion and death.
But the story we don’t tell nearly as frequently about Peter is the story of his encounter with Jesus after the resurrection—the story of grace the resurrected Jesus gave to Peter as they spoke in a private conversation on the shore of the Sea of Galilee.
On Sunday we will re-tell this story and celebrate the power of the resurrection that could bring Peter redemption and reclaim his life. We will celebrate that the power of the resurrection can do the same for us.
It is such a gift to know that as we gather for worship and in the days before and after, we have this offer of grace and the chance to begin again as we live in the power of the resurrection of Jesus. God be with us as we seek to be those who live into this marvelous gift.
In resurrection hope,
Pastor Kim
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It's not to late to join a Lenten Study Group
This year the worship services and small group discussions will be guided by the book, The Third Day which celebrates the power of the resurrection in the lives of people who knew Jesus during his ministry on earth and in our lives now! The books are now available at no cost. You are invited to sign up for the small group that best fits your schedule. The options are:
Tuesdays, 7 p.m., beginning February 27, led by Maverick Smith, ((662) 784-0043, maverick.smith1434@gmail.com) in person at the church. Sign up at this link: "The 3rd Day" Tuesday, 7 p.m. Discussion Group or at the easel at church
Thursdays, 2 p.m. beginning February 15 led by Pastor Kim, (314-651-9999, pastorkim@maplewoodumc.org) in person at the church; Sign up at this link: "The Third Day" Thursday, 2 p.m Discussion Group
or at the easel at church
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. beginning February 17, led by Mary Kunce, (314-283-6953, Mary.k@maplewoodumc.org) by zoom. Sign at this link "The 3rd Day" Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Discussion Group or at the easel at church. Here is the Zoom link for the group: Click Here
Sundays, 9:45 a.m. beginning February 18, in person with the Adult Conversation class, led by Rev. Steve Wall-Smith. 314) 369-7952, swallsmith@aol.com) Sign up at this link: "The 3rd Day" Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Discussion Group or at the easel at church.
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“The United Methodist Church affirms the right to vote for all adult citizens as a basic human right. We understand as a general principle that every person is created in the image of God and is therefore of equal standing in society. Recognizing the inherent dignity of every person, United Methodists are committed to upholding human rights for all, including their social and political rights.” (From umcjustice.org)
The Missouri State Legislature decided there will be no Presidential primary in Missouri this year, leaving the political parties to set up their own systems.
What follows is the information as of February 20,2024 from the League of Women Voters of Metro St. Louis regarding the details for selecting the Democratic and Republican candidates for President of the United States. For more information go to: 314-961-6869, league@lwvstl.org
For Republicans
Iowa-style caucus will be held in person only, Sat., Mar. 2. City: 1360 Tamm. St. Louis County: 1st Congressional District, UMSL South campus, 2993 South Dr.;
2nd Congressional District (all or most of Maplewood), Parkway West High School, 14653 Clayton Rd.
To participate you must be registered voter and not registered as a Democrat.
Website for more information: Missouri.gop
For Democrats
Hybrid mail-in and in-person voting will take place on Saturday, Mar. 23.
In-person voting will be from 8 am-noon, No locations are published yet.
For Mail-in voting: registered voters not registered as Republicans may request a ballot by Mar. 12 on the website: missouridemocrats.org. Mail-in ballots must be received by Mar. 23.
Watch the website for word of the in-person voting locations on the morning of the 23rd.
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**NEW DATES TO THE CALENDAR ARE IN GREEN
**Thursday, February 22
9:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. Second Time Around Shop
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. "The Third Day" Book Study
6:00 p.m. Praise Band Practice
6:00 p.m. Women's AA Group
7:00 p.m. No Choir Practice
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** Saturday, February 24
8:30 a.m. "The Third Day" Book Study
10:30 a.m. - Women's AA Meeting
4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Cub Scouts
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**Sunday, February 25
9:00 a.m. Prayer
9:45 a.m. Children & Youth Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Adult Discussion Group "Third Day" Book Study
11:00 a.m - Worship - In-Person and
online Link: maplewoodumc.org
5:00 p.m. Scouts
6:30 p.m. Ad Council Meeting
***Monday, February 26
9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Community Unity Team Meeting
**Tuesday, February 27
12:30-5:00 p.m. Kids Club
12:45-3:00 p.m. Women's Awareness Grouip
1:00 pm. Prayer time via Zoom.
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3745711178pwd=dktsaWkwNlNhVjRmOHpjTFNqR1dqQT09 Meeting ID: 374 571 1178
Passcode: 674257
6:30 p.m. Witnessing Whiteness Study
7:00 p.m. The Third Day Lenten Book Study
** Wednesday, February 28`
6:00 p.m. Cub Scouts
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**Thursday, February 29
Leap Day
9:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. Second Time Around Shop
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. "Third Day" Book Study
6:00 p.m. Praise Band Practice
6:00 p.m. Women's AA Group
7:00 p.m. Choir Practice
To see the entire calendar - click below https://73855810.view-events.com
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Prayers for...
...for Sharon and Bill Housewright, the Housewright and O’Brien families as they mourn the death of Bill’s 32-year-old cousin: Sharon’s niece, Jenny; and Sharon’s dear friend.
...Sharon Housewright as she recovers from COVID
...Karen Raborn healing of hip issues
...Zambian government to provide vaccinations for Kwasha School children so they can reopen school during cholera epidemic.
...Rob Chandler’s Father, recovering from knee surgery
...Skip Reynolds's comfort and peace
...Pastor Kim for continued recovery from shoulder surgery
... Continuing prayers for Brian, Peg Chulick’s grandson, for continued healing as doctors adjust medications
...All the strife in Israel, Gaza and Ukraine
...Linda Vawter's sister, Shari, Continued guidance and healing from spinal fractures and headaches due to fall.
...Linda Vawter's nephew: Grateful for Allen’s physical maintenance following cardiac event and ask for continued healing.
Continuing prayers for ...
...Shay Blackwell - for relief of nerve pain and dizziness
... Nina Berry - for Chad to be happy and healthy.
...Jerry Chulick, health concerns.
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Second Time Around Shop NEWS
As we transition from winter to spring AND start getting our Spring clothes out, you may find clothing items you no longer are going to wear (either winter or spring) and are still in shipshape...HERE IS A WINNING WAY TO HANDLE 'EM: Donate them to the Shop.
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MUMC Kids
This Sunday we will learn about Simon Peter and why it is important to have hope and faith in our everyday lives!
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We had such a fun time learning about Mary Magdalene and how she was a good friend to Jesus, we also discussed how we can be a good friend to others!
Would you like to help in the Children's Sunday School on a rotating basis? See Brittany Link or email brittany.l@maplewoodumc.org
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DEADLINE for the church newsletter is MIDNIGHT EVERY TUESDAY; send articles to jbrx10@yahoo.com.
The Sunday morning worship bulletin will be sent via email at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday
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For more information about Maplewood United Methodist Church, go to our website (maplewoodumc.org ) or Facebook page (facebook.com/mumcstl)
The church office is open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 9 a.m. til 1 p.m.
Office Phone: 314-781-5902. Pastor Kim Shirar: 314-651-9999 Email: pastorkim@maplewoodumc.org
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