New Hartford Community  Church

New Hartford, Iowa

Please join us for a Thanksgiving service, Wednesday, November 22 at 7 p.m.  "Beyond the Turkey"

We lost, and heaven gained a well-loved church steward, family man, veteran, and community lover in Larry Bass.  Please keep Sandy and his entire family in your prayers.  Service is 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2023 at the NH Community Church.  Obituary below (click or take an image of the QR code below)


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Administrative Council Meeting, 

September 20, 2023

New Hartford Community Church



Attendance: Denise Gibbs, Denise LeBahn, Rhonda Shaw, Carolyn Scobee, Sandy Becker


The meeting was called to order by Denise Gibbs who shared a devotional.


Minutes for August Meeting: Unable to approve due to lack of quorum.


Lay Leadership Team: Sandy reported that Orchard Hill will complete their four part series on October 1. Pastor Passet will do Communion and his first service on October 8. 


Finance/Memorials: Discussion of finance for parsonage remodel. 


Youth: Youth Rally will be held on September 24 from 4-8 at the church.


Missions (Food Pantry): October theme will be peanut butter and crackers. Small food pantry door was repaired by Scott Mead.


Trustees: No report


Christian Education: Sunday School began on September 10. Christmas Program will be on December 10.


Old Business: Parsonage, computers in office will be updated.


New Business: Approval of new church bylaws (unable to approve due to lack of quorum). Special meeting will be held on Sunday, September 24, following service to approve bylaws and August minutes.  Open house for people to tour the remodeled parsonage will be on Sunday, October 1, 10:30-11:30 AM, Denise & Jeff Gibbs will host.


Next Meeting: Special meeting will be held on Sunday, September 24, immediately following service. Next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 7:00 PM.

Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker


Special Meeting: Sunday, September 24, 2023


Attendance:  Denise Gibbs, Sandy Becker, Steve Koop, Carolyn Scobee, Denise LeBahn, Rhonda Shaw (proxy vote) 

Approval of church bylaws by unanimous vote.  Secretary will sign and copies will be made available.


Meeting adjourned 10:30 AM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker





A Message from Pastor Passet

Brothers & Sisters in Christ, 

    I am looking forward to finally getting moved and being able to lead your church in worship! I know that this has been a very long journey for all of you. I appreciate how you have stayed together and trusted God as you take this leap of faith by breaking away from your denomination and by being bold and taking on the task of a full-time Pastor completely on your own! We are reminded of this in Ephesians 6:12 that says, “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”

    I’m sure that there have been times when it feels like nothing is going right or things were stacked against you. Satan will do anything that’s possible to take your minds and goals off the end result! Be steadfast and we will all persevere!

    I look forward to rolling up my sleeves and going to work as we try to grow our church together! Notice I didn’t say that “I alone” am going to do this – as it will take all of us working together as the body of Christ. It will take all of us working together as a church family and being bold enough to ask and invite our friends and our neighbors to come worship with us. 

     In fact; my very first sermon series will come at you in week one on October 8th as we start a series that I am just concluding here at this church in Ohio. It’s titled, “We Are Gathered Here” and it’s a great reminder of why we all come together each week to do this thing called church!

Here, I am reminding the church that they can and will continue on without me. While with you, it will be a great way to begin our journey together by being reminded as to why we worship together!

I want all of you to start inviting your friends, your neighbors, acquaintances that live in our area to come and join us on my first Sunday so that we can all contribute toward building our flock.

I am reminded of when Jesus was telling a man that it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven. And in Matthew, Chapter 19 and verse 25 it says….When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”

     So many times, we don’t ask someone to join us at church because we don’t like to be rejected – I get it! However, did you know that 80% of those that you are thinking about asking will actually say “YES” and are simply waiting to be asked?!?! Think about that for a moment. Eighty percent!

Be bold, be brave, and be a disciple! Don’t try to pre-determine what someone is going to say. Even if they do pass and say, “No thank you” you have planted that seed with them! This is not the time to be shy or bashful – instead, this is the time to be one of God’s warriors and start looking for people to ask to join you at church!

     Again, I am looking forward to seeing many of you again and meeting all of you and building the flock into a strong herd of sheep! Remember, God Loves You…..and I love you too!

I’ll see you on Sunday, October 8th         Pastor Lynn Passet



Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – October 15, 7:30-11:00





Happy October Birthday!

                         Vila Ahrenholz              1

                         Halli Poock                    2

                         Bud DeBuhr                  4

                         Trista Metz                   6

                         John Smith                    8

                         Pat Nieman                   9

                         Greg Schmitz               10

                         Jacob Wood                 10

                         Barry Cuvelier              16

                         Steve Koop                   17

                         Mary Beth Wood        17

                         Drew Becker                23

                         Joyce Smith                  27

                         Luc DePriest                 28

                         Sandra Bass                  30

Happy Anniversary

                          Drew & Devin Becker       5

                          Russ & Rita Truex            21

                          Brad & Kobey Swarts      27 

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


                      

October Lay Readers

October 1: Tom Koop

October 8: Michael Schmitz

October 15: Angie Koop

October 22: Denise LeBahn

October 29: Steve Koop



Faith is not the cake for special occasions but the bread for every day living.





October Ushers

Moore Family


October Hospitality Committee

Bonnie Koop, Chair – 983-2351

 Robin Cole – 240-0035

 Lisa Schmitz – 231-9468

Sue Considine – 939-1722


October Fellowship

October 1: Carolyn Scobee & Ron Lichtneger

October 8: Welcome Pot Luck

October 15: Barb Latwesen & Judy Thompson

October 22: Tom & Kori Koop & Angie & Steve Koop

October 29: Greg & Lisa Schmitz & Bonnie Koop


Budget 2023

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00


September Collections

September 3 : $8,055.00

September 10: $1685.00

September 17: $1428.00

September 24: $7260.000


Mission Minutes

October Food Pantry Theme

Peanut Butter & Crackers


Coin Tube Update:

We collected $334 for Faith Discipleship in August. In September we collected $339 for the Compassion Fund. Our new mission will be Adopt A Family. We will collect for this during both October and November.


Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138).


Church News

Evening Circle

Evening Circle met on Wednesday, September 20.  It was exciting to see new faces join the group and all the enthusiasm that everyone brought to the meeting.  Projects planned for this year include the Fall Dinner on November 5, Community meals on December 6 & February 14. We will also be helping with a Christmas Fun Day in cooperation with the New Hartford EMS and Fire Department on December 9, for the children.  We will once again host the Ladies’ Luncheon on April 21.  Please join us as we look forward to many more ideas and events.  Our next meeting will be October 18, 6:00 PM.


Transition

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported our church during this transition time.  We have stuck together as a community of believers, had many wonderful speakers, and have worked together to move our new church forward.  There are so many of you to thank, but to put it in simple words, THANK YOU, EVERYONE!!


Parsonage Open House

Another huge project is close to completion.  Another big thank you to the many people who worked to get the parsonage ready for Pastor, we truly could call it EXTREME PARSONAGE MAKEOVER!

You are invited to see all of the work that has been done so far on Sunday, October 1, 10:30-11:30.


Christian Education Leader Needed

We would like to encourage someone to step forward as the Christian Education Leader. This “job” involves organizing and helping choose Sunday School curriculum.  This does NOT mean you have to teach every Sunday or be in charge of programs. If you are interested or have questions about what the position entails, please contact Denise LeBahn. We have many people who are willing to help, but just aren’t able to be the organizer. Again, we want to thank Denise for her 40 years of service to our Christian education program!!


Monday Evening Bible Study

Monday Evening Bible Study continues.  Start time is 6:15, feel free to join any time!


Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 5. A donation sign-up will be available at church beginning October 1. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 5, 2023

Serving 10:30-12:30 

All tickets $9.00 (no advanced sales) – gift certificates available upon request

Turkey, Pork Loin, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans or Corn, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In


October – Pastor Appreciation Month

October 8 – Pastor Appreciation Day

We will welcome Pastor and Ellen with a potluck fellowship. Meat, buns and drinks will be provided. Please bring a side dish if you would like.


Thank YOU

Thank you to everyone who provided for the Youth Rally on September 24.  It was much appreciated by all of the youth in attendance.


Youth Group

The Youth Group is planning a Community Garden Clean Up in October. Details will be emailed to everyone as soon as a date is set.


New Church Bylaws

At a special council meeting on Sunday, September 24, the new bylaws were officially approved. If you would like a copy of the bylaws, please let Sandy know and we will get you a copy or email them to you. A permanent copy of the bylaws will be kept in the church office.

Men’s Breakfast

Breakfast will be Saturday, October 28, 8:00 AM. Join us for food and fellowship. If you have questions, contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs. Everyone welcome!


New Hartford Community Church

Drive-Up Or Dine-In Fall Dinner 2023

Sunday, November 5

Delivered to your car or Dine-In at the Church

 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 

Serving: pork loin, turkey, cheesy potatoes, green beans or corn, bread, relishes, pie and other desserts

All Tickets $9.00 

no advanced sales, gift certificates available upon request from New Hartford Community Church or leave a message @ 319-983-2322




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ANNOUNCEMENTS – June 18, 2023

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Pat Nieman, Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers) Shindler, Jean Rawdon, Rick Chase

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

                                 June Food Pantry Needs:

Hamburger, brats, lunch meat

                                 Coin Tube Mission for June

Our coin tube mission for June will be the church’s Compassion Fund. This fund helps those in need with things such as gas money for a doctor’s appointment, assistance with utility bills, and other special circumstances.                                      

                                            Bible Study

Bible Study led by Dianna Bass began on May 1 . The group meets on Mondays from 6:15-7:45. This group will discuss and dissect the Scriptures and understand it through group discussion. Everyone is welcome to attend, come when you can, join anytime.  If you have questions, please contact Britt & Kazumi Truex or Dianna Bass.

Sharing Uganda

Brooke, Aaron, and Ben have returned from Uganda. They will be sharing their mission and “adventures” at the June 18 church service.  Please join us as they share their experiences with us!

 

          Ad Council Meeting – Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM

 

 

June/July Fellowship

Due to the busy summer months, we will just have cookies/coffee/juice for fellowship.  There will be no sign up, but if you would like to bring cookies or bars, we will put them in the freezer and use them throughout the summer.  If you have a special occasion that you would like to provide for during the summer, please let Sandy know.

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2023. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn.

 

The Votes are IN!  New Mission Statement

The New Hartford Community Church is a church that serves Jesus and spreads the Word and love of God in worship, youth and outreach into the community and the world. Our goals are to make disciples and grow in discipleship.

Thank You!

A special thank you to the youth group members (Kale, Karter, and Danika Petersen and Bryce Bass) and leader, Josie Becker, for serving the Lion’s Banquet on Monday evening.  Their help was greatly appreciated!

 

Weekly Newsletter Reminder

There will be no weekly church newsletters sent in June and probably July. We will send out the monthly newsletter as scheduled.  We will email weekly announcements.  The services will continue to be livestreamed for you to join for the message.  If you know of someone who would like the weekly announcements emailed to them, please let Sandy know.

New Church Email

After June 30, 2023, we will no longer be using the old email, it will take some time to transition, but please use this email address for any correspondence. newhartfordcommunitychurch@gmail.com

 




Administrative Council Meeting, May 17, 2023

 

 

Attendance: Steve Moore, Denise LeBahn, Denise Gibbs, Rhonda Shaw, Josie Becker, Carolyn Scobee, Ron Lichtneger, Sandy Becker. Visitors: Britt & Kazumi Truex

 

The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Sandy Becker.

 

Minutes for April Meeting: approved; Carolyn Scobee motion, seconded by Steve Moore.

 

Lay Leader: Discussion about changing date and time of round table due to omelet breakfast.

 

Finance: Preparation for final disaffiliation payment.

 

Endowment:  A surveillance camera was purchased to be put on north side of church due to vandalism.

 

Youth: Volunteering in community gardens on May 27th; serving Lion’s meal on June 12.

 

SPRC: Pastoral search team is reviewing applicants from the advertisement we did online; discussion of workman’s comp insurance that will run out June 30.

 

Missions (Food Pantry): June food pantry theme will be hamburger, lunch meat, and brats. We will continue to collect for the compassion fund through June.

 

Circle of Friends: no report

 

Evening Circle: Tea was well attended with about 50 ladies listening to our speaker, Dianna Bass.

 

Memorials:  There is $500 designated memorial for kitchen; remaining balance is undesignated ($6466.26)

 

Trustees: Steve Koop and Britt Truex did a bell check

 

Christian Education: Last Sunday for Sunday School will be May 28; Sunday School will resume in the fall.

 

Pastor’s Report: May 7 – two baptisms and one graduate honored. Pastor will attend Annual Conference Special Session on May 23.

 

Old Business: round tables, water testing from city, snow removal payment

 

New Business: church signage – Britt Truex has a friend who will do some designs for us to choose from. We have had 15 pastoral applicants; team will meet to discuss.

 

Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

 

Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace!

 

Time flies by and June is waiting for us around the corner. I'm out for a walk with my dog, Eden, when a fragrant odor is carried on the wind and tickles my nose. I look up and there it is, a lilac in full bloom. The scent makes me very happy, even if it's only for a moment. In the garden, various seedlings are being planted; peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, etc. Ah! I must let you know this; one day I noticed a few asparagus sprouts on the side of the road where I was taking a walk; I waited for the right time, picked a few, and ate them as salad with the vegetables. Wow, how can I describe the freshness of that! The wind is breezy, the sun is warm, and the weather is great, and I hope you're enjoying it.

 

New Hartford has already held its Church Conference, voted, and is exploring your new direction. Parkersburg is a few months behind, and discussions and conversations are ongoing. I realize that the two churches I serve are eight miles apart and have slightly different personalities. They may choose to take their futures in the same or different directions, but I have a common hope for you. It's about taking the love and peace that we as Christians have been taught by Jesus Christ and living it out in our hearts. From what I have experienced and witnessed; you have been doing a very good job. You have been willing to participate in roundtables and presentations at church, you have listened to the opinions and stories of others, and you have shared your thoughts and concerns with all of us in a constructive and respectful manner. For all of these things, I as your pastor am grateful to you. I know that we are traveling a road that has never been traveled before and that it will not be easy, but I believe that you will make it to the end. I pray that you will keep love and peace before you until the end. Because this is what we need even more in our situation.

 

Below are some of the articles I've been reading for my sermons:

Once upon a time, there lived a very wise queen who ruled a large and powerful country. The wise queen was always teaching her people to live in peace. One day, the wise queen announced that there would be a contest to see who could draw the most beautiful picture depicting peace. Many great painters from around the world sent their paintings to the queen. One of the many paintings was a masterpiece that depicted a majestic, calm lake that perfectly reflected snow-capped mountains towering peacefully above. Above the mountains was a clear blue sky with only a few fluffy clouds. The painting was perfect. Everyone who saw it was convinced that it was the painting that best represented peace. There was no doubt that the wise queen would choose him as the winner.

 

However, when the queen announced the winner, everyone was shocked. The painting which won the prize had mountains as well, but they were rugged and bare. The sky looked very angry, and lightning flashed through the ominous clouds. The scene didn't look peaceful at all. The artist made a mistake and drew a viscous storm instead of peace. Yet  if anyone bothered to look closely at the painting, they would see a tiny bush growing in the cracks of the rugged mountain rock. In the bush a mother bird had built her nest. In the midst of the rush of an angry storm, the bird sat calmly on her nest. The wise Queen understood that peace is born in places where you would least expect it. Peace is born in the midst of all the chaos. Peace calms the troubled heart. Peace, real peace is also a state of mind, a way of being, a way of doing which breaks out amid turmoil.

 

A mother bird’s calm, despite her chaotic, dangerous surroundings is the embodiment of peace. Calmly, lovingly, caring for those around us in the midst of chaotic, tumultuous, times, despite the dangers, or the apparent hopelessness, to love without fear is a way of being in the world that breaks out in the strangest of places. Peace is a way of being, a way of doing in a world which all too often, appears to be bereft of the possibility of peace.

 

After reading this old story, I'd like to add my own reflections, very briefly. We need to understand that our lives are complex. We live in a situation where we have many different positions in many different relationships. Many of the lives and situations around us are out of alignment or tipping over, sometimes to the point where we lose our balance, and our lives fall apart. There's not a day that goes by that we don't hear about wars, civil wars, and violence somewhere on this planet that we don't see on the news. So, I'm not talking about despairing, giving up, running away, or avoiding. Rather, we need peace when war breaks out. We need peace where there is conflict and strife. Our peacemaking efforts, prayers and commitments are even more necessary when we are turning away from our relationships with one another and focusing on selfishness. Peace within a community is achieved by paying attention to each other's well-being and working together for the good of the whole. Jesus Christ's call to us is that our love and peacemaking efforts extend beyond our families, neighbors, and friends to others, even our enemies.

 

I believe that these situations we are facing are calling us to peace and love, and I hope that you can live in peace and love for one another where you are. We pray that you and your loved ones are safer and healthier during this difficult time. May peace and harmony abound in our hearts and in our church.

I give thanks and bless you.

5/23/2023

Chan, your little servant.

Community News

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 & 4

(see attached schedule)

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – June 18 – 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM

 

Splash Pad Grand Opening!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of the Splash Pad Project. Our Grand Opening will be held on June 3, 5:00 PM, following the Beaver Creek Days Parade.  The Splash Pad will be open after the dedication until 7:00 PM that evening.  We will celebrate by handing out free hot dogs and popcorn. Peoples Savings Bank will also be joining us with free popsicles. So please come celebrate and join the fun! The splash pad will open June 4, and hours will be 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily.  The splash pad can be rented for private events from 8:00 PM-10:00 PM by contacting City Hall.  Many people have worked very hard to get Packwaukee Park looking good, we hope that we can continue to see this respect and support of this beautiful park along with the many other beautiful parks in our town!

 

Sharing Uganda

Brooke, Aaron, and Ben return May 29, from Uganda. They will be sharing their mission and “adventures” at the June 18 church service.  Please join us as they share their experiences with us!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy June Birthday!

                              Mckinze Shock        3

                              Missy Poock            7

                              Loris Prostine        14

                              Emri Dennis           18

                           Nanci Rewerts       20

                              Eloise Schmitz       22

                              Samantha DePriest  26

                              Cody LeBahn         27

Happy Anniversary

    Stan & Carla Everts                             2

    Greg & Wendy Gerloff                        5

    Jack & Lola Davis                                      6

   Gary & Sandy Becker                            8

   Todd & LeAnn Moore                         10

   Josh & Leasha Henriksen                    22

   Gary & Dawn Cornelius                      27

   Dakota & Pamela Callan                     30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.

 

June Musicians

                          June 4: Church in the Park

                          June 11: Nanci Rewerts

                          June 18:  Lisa Schmitz

                          June 25: Lisa Schmitz

June Lay Readers

June 4: Church in the Park

June 11: Kim Manley

June 18:  Tom Koop

June 25: Michael Schmitz

 

June Ushers

Schmitz Family

 

 

 

June Hospitality Committee

Sandy Becker, Chair – 269-4138

Karen Nielsen – 239-4545

Marlene Harper – 983-2706

 

June Fellowship

June 4: Community Church in the Gazebo Park

June 11: Pastor’s Appreciation Breakfast

June 18: Cookies/Coffee

June 25:  Cookies/Coffee

 

…Thank YOU!

Thank you to all of our Sunday School teachers and students, we had a great year learning and growing in Jesus’ love! Sunday School will resume in September.

 

 

Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

May Collections

May 7: no count

May 14: $4750.00

May 21: $915.00

May 28: $

 

June Church Services

June 4 – Church in the Gazebo Park – 10:30 AM

Community Service by Pastor Epley

June 11 – Pastor Chan’s final sermon

June 18 – Uganda Presentation

(Brooke, Aaron, Ben)

June 25 – Ron Lichtneger

 

 

 

 

  Church News

Mission Minutes

June Food Pantry Theme 

Hamburger, Lunch Meat, Brats

   Coin Tube Update: We will continue to collect for our Compassion Fund through the month of June.

 

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2023. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn.

 

Disaffiliation Approval

A special session of the Iowa Annual Conference was held May 23, via ZOOM. There was a vote on the disaffiliation of 83 churches in the Iowa Annual Conference, including New Hartford, and it was passed. Our disaffiliation will become official on June 30, 2023.

 

Breakfast Thank You/Farewell for Pastor Chan

A breakfast will be served on Sunday, June 11, from 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM to honor Pastor Chan and Joy as the move forward into their next ministry assignment.  We thank them for their time with us and appreciate all they have done for our church and church family.  We hope you will be able to join us.  There will be no fellowship after church.

 

Special Ad Council Meeting – May 31

A special Ad Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 7:00 PM. This will be an organizational meeting for the new church; anyone is welcome to attend.

 

June 4 – Church Service

Pastor will be at Annual Conference. We will be joining the community at the Community Church Service at the Gazebo Park at 10:30. Pastor Ben Epley will give the service. Communion will be moved to June 11.

 

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   Thank you to Darla for organizing this project this year!! Please make sure you get your pies delivered to the park! If you would still like to sign up to help or donate, please contact Darla.

 

New Hartford Community Church Update

On Wednesday, May 24, we held a round table for the congregation to share their visions for our church and qualifications for our new pastor.  These were some of the ideas that people discussed (in no specific order).  We would love everyone’s input, there are forms in the church lobby, if you would like to fill one out (no names necessary) we would add it to the compiled ideas that were given at the round table.

1.      What goals or ideas do you have for our church in the next 5 years.

-          Grow membership

-          Maintain community involvement

-          Maintain services in person & online

-          Increase youth & young family participation

-          A consistent visitation program

-          Disciples to our community

-          Explore a time change

-          Reinstate a church choir

-          Continue our missions

-          Have a community meal every other month

2.      What are your 3-5 top qualifications for a pastor?

-          Bible based sermons and lead with Bible studies, etc.

-          Strong leadership role

-          Communicator

-          Visitation is a priority

-          Community Involvement

 

Legal Team

The legal team led by Denise Gibbs and Steve Koop, have filed many of our necessary documents. We now have Articles of Incorporation and will be working on tax information with the lawyers.

 

Pastoral Search Team

This team has met several times and have begun to narrow the direction and search.

 

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS – May 21, 2023

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Pat Nieman, Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers) Shindler, Jean Rawdon, Rick Chase, Herluf Prostine

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

May Food Pantry Needs:

Chicken, margarine, toilet paper

                                 Coin Tube Mission for May

Our coin tube mission for May will be the church’s Compassion Fund. This fund helps those in need with things such as gas money for a doctor’s appointment, assistance with utility bills, and other special circumstances.

 

Beaver Creek Days Parade – June 3 – 4:00 PM

Join us on the church float for the Beaver Creek Days Parade! We would love to have all ages represented on the float, everyone is welcome!!  We will display our new church name, throw some candy, and flyers to announce our church times and events! Please join us for the fun, more details to follow!

 

Bible Study

Bible Study led by Dianna Bass began on May 1 . The group meets on Mondays from 6:15-7:45. This group will discuss and dissect the Scriptures and understand it through group discussion. Everyone is welcome to attend, come when you can, join anytime.  If you have questions, please contact Britt & Kazumi Truex or Dianna Bass.

 

Thank You

Lola Davis would like to express her thanks to everyone who sent cards and well wishes for her 80th birthday.

 

Round Table – Rescheduled for May 24

Due to the Lions Omelet Breakfast we have rescheduled. Please join us on Wednesday, May 24, 5:30-6:30 PM, for roundtables to discuss our visions for the New Hartford Community Church and our goals and visions for a new pastor.

 

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 3) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work.  We will need the following types of pies: 6 apple, 4 cherry, 5 pumpkin, 5 pecan, 5 rhubarb or strawberry/rhubarb, 5 peach, and pans of brownies. We will also take donations for the purchase of ice cream. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. We will have 5 working slots. 10-12, 12-2, 2-4, 5-7 & 7 for clean up crew. Please contact Darla if you would like to work or donate. Thank you to Darla for organizing this project!

 

Youth Group City Gardens Clean-Up

We are going to try this again…no one was able to make it on the 13th so we are going to try another date to help the city garden group.  We hope more will be able to help on this day.

Saturday, May 27, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

*Please contact Josie & Blaine if you plan to help.

 

Omelet Breakfast – May 21 – 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

 


Administrative Council Meeting, April 19, 2023


Attendance: Rhonda Shaw, Blaine & Josie Becker, Carolyn Scobee, Ron Lichtneger, Bev Maas, Chan Kim, Steve Moore, Steve Koop, Sandy Becker; Visitors – Britt & Kazumi Truex


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.


Minutes for March Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Report of good attendance for Easter Services, thanks to Youth for great early service, breakfast, and help with egg hunt. 

Finance: A little behind budget for month of April. Will need to make decisions where to pull final payment for disaffiliation from.

Endowment:  No report.


Youth: Saturday, April 8, the youth had Easter service practice, then helped with the egg hunt – 8 youth were present.  Six youth presented the early service and served breakfast on Easter.  The youth will be starting Fun Money, letters will be sent to youth explaining this program.  They will also be arranging the float for the parade on June 3.


SPRC: Approved youth payments. Met  Thursday, April 13,  and will meet again on Thursday, April 20, for the Pastoral search team.


Missions (Food Pantry): Many church donations and donations from Casey’s have come into the food pantry. We are helping approximately six families.  Theme for May will be toilet paper, chicken, and margarine.


Circle of Friends: Bev and Jean Rawdon continue to send cards on their own.


Evening Circle: Circle  will host the Ladies’ Luncheon on April 23. Completed spring cleaning at the church earlier this month.


Memorials:  No report 


Trustees: Steve Koop will talk to Shawna about water testing and parking lot snow removal.


Christian Education: no report


Pastor’s Report: Thankful for Easter services, two baptisms on May 7, Eloise Schmitz and Shiloh Stanley.


Old Business: no power was coming from ballast in sign according to Jeff Gibbs, there has been some tampering with the switch on the sign. Will call Nagel signs to look into lighting issue.  


New Business: new church email, minor vandalism-little food pantry-Lane Bass was contacted, roundtables – Ad Council agreed to set round tables for May 21, 10:30 to 11:30 after church.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, May 17 , 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker





English-speaking congregation?" I think to myself. I am so blessed to be able to serve you as your pastor under the Big Tent of The United Methodist Church, but it is a grace to me.

 

I'm not complaining about your choices, but I confess that when I look at myself, there are my own preferences, my own feelings, and above all, my own personal "desires, selfishness, and hopes for the future" that are as great if not greater. I don't think we can even begin to say that our commitment and confession to the One Church, One God, Jesus of God is greater. As I mentioned in last month's newsletter, are we seriously considering which of the three options, stay, leave or no action, would be closer to God and on the path of following Jesus? 


May the blessings of the Lord of our grace abound before you!


4/25/2023 

Chan, your little servant



Community News

Splash Pad Grand Opening

 After four years of fundraising, donations, and tons of community support our Packwaukee Park Splash Pad is OPENING!  The Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting will be held on Saturday, June 3, 5:00 PM.  Following the ceremony until 6:00 PM there will be free hot dogs and popcorn to celebrate this wonderful new addition to our community!  The Splash Pad will remain open until 7:00 PM that evening.  The Splash Pad will be open throughout the summer from 9 AM until 8 PM each day. Rules will be posted that we ask you to follow for you and your family's safety, as well as out of respect for this new area and the new landscaping.  If you would like to rent the Splash Pad from 8PM - 10PM - you may contact City Hall.  We look forward to seeing this beautiful area enhance our City Park.  Look for more park renovations in the future!


Graduation – May 14 – 2:00 PM – Dike-New Hartford High School

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – May 21


Congratulations 2023 Graduate!

Braxten Johnson

Son of Jessica Johnson, Grandson of Randy & Becky Johnson


Congratulations 2023 College Graduates!

Tim Koop – Iowa State University

Degree in Business Analytics

Son of Steve & Angie Koop


Grace Considine-St. Thomas University

Degree in Health Science

Daughter of Chris & Sue Considine


Alexa Schmitz-University of Iowa

Medical Degree (M.D.)

Daughter of Greg and Lisa Schmitz


Daniel Schmitz- Des Moines University

Master of Health Administration

Congratulations 2023 Graduate!

Braxten Johnson

Son of Jessica Johnson, Grandson of Randy & Becky Johnson


Congratulations 2023 College Graduates!

Tim Koop – Iowa State University

Degree in Business Analytics

Son of Steve & Angie Koop


Grace Considine-St. Thomas University

Degree in Health Science

Daughter of Chris & Sue Considine


Alexa Schmitz-University of Iowa

Medical Degree (M.D.)

Daughter of Greg and Lisa Schmitz


Daniel Schmitz- Des Moines University

Master of Health Administration

Congratulations 2023 Graduate!


Happy May Birthday!

                              Angie Callan                 1 

                              Nick Nielsen                 2

                              Bryan Wood                 4

                              Lola Davis                     6

                              Angie Koop                  7

                              Daxton Becker             7

                              Howard Kyhl                9

                              Dolores Mooty           11

                              Eva Mooty-DePriest  13

                              Kelsey Latwesen        14

                              Gary Cornelius           14

                              Gary Becker                15

                              Leasha Henriksen      18

                              Beau Becker               20

                              Kiley Kyhl                    27

                              Eric Shaw                    30

                              Stacey Shaw               30

Happy Anniversary

       Jason & Megan (Rewerts) Christiana   17

       David & Kristal Graves                            20

       John & Joyce Smith                                 25

       Steve & Pat Moore                                  31

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


May Musicians

                          May 7: Lisa Schmitz

                          May 14: Lisa Schmitz

                          May 21: Lisa Schmitz

                          May 28: 

May Lay Readers

May 7: Lindsey Schmitz

May 14: Ron Lichtneger

May 21:  Kori Koop

May 28:  Sandy Becker



May Hospitality Committee

Barb Latwesen, Chair 239-6607

Lara Kyhl  240-8166

Lindsey Schmitz 515-867-7314


May Fellowship

May 7: Sandy Becker

May 14: MaryBeth Wood

May 21:  Sandy Becker & Jean Eich

May 28: Birthday Sunday/May Committee


May Ushers

Considine Family

…Come Join the Fun!

May 7: Sue Considine/Grace Wood-Nursery

May 14: Jean Eich/Grace Wood – Nursery

          May 21: Casie Bass & Kiley Kyhl

                           /Grace Wood-Nursery

May 28: Katie & Denise LeBahn

/Grace Wood-Nursery

Adult Sunday School

8:00-8:45 AM

Sundays, May 14, 28


Budget 2023

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

April Collections

April 2: $1499.00

April 9: $1403.00

April 16: No count

April 23: $1741.00

April 30: 

Special Celebrations!!

Happy 50th Anniversary to John & Joyce Smith


Happy 80th Birthday, Lola Davis, on May 6!

Surprise Card Shower for Lola

Address: PO Box 193, New Hartford


  Church News

May Food Pantry Theme

toilet paper, margarine, chicken

Coin Tube: 

We will be collecting for our Compassion Fund.

Evening Circle Ladies’ Luncheon

There were about 40 ladies who attended the luncheon on April 23. Our speaker, Dianna Bass, shared a wonderful message connecting cooking and the Bible, as well, as several handy tips for the kitchen. People were able to leave with a mug filled with a one serving cake or apple crisp. Drawing  and game winners went home with baking prizes!


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2023. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn.


May 7 – Baptisms

Sunday, May 7, we will have two baptisms.  Eloise Schmitz, daughter of Michael and Lindsey Schmitz and Shiloh Stanley, daughter of Jared and Lindsay Stanley. Congratulations to these families as we celebrate these baptisms.


Beaver Creek Days Parade - June 3 – 4:00 PM

Join us on the church float for the Beaver Creek Days Parade! We would love to have all ages represented on the float, everyone is welcome!!  We will display our new church name, throw some candy, and flyers to announce our church times and events! Please join us for the fun, more details to follow!

Church Teams

Several of our church teams have begun to meet.  If you would like to see what the “happenings” in these meetings are, there is a notebook in the church office with meeting minutes from the various teams.  Anyone who would like to join a team is still welcome, we would love everyone’s input and ideas. A complete list of teams can be found on the church lobby bulletin board.

Senior Sunday

We will be honoring our 2023 graduating senior, Braxten Johnson, on Sunday, May 7, during the morning service. 

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 3) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work.  We will need the following types of pies: 6 apple, 4 cherry, 5 pumpkin, 5 pecan, 5 rhubarb or strawberry/rhubarb, 5 peach, and pans of brownies. We will also take donations for the purchase of ice cream. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. We will have 5 working slots. 10-12, 12-2, 2-4, 5-7 & 7 for clean up crew. Please contact Darla if you would like to work or donate. Thank you to Darla for organizing this project!

Youth Group News

For the month of May, our Youth activity will be helping out in the New Hartford Community Gardens. Volunteer work such as wiping off furniture, cleaning plaques, picking up sticks, or other clean-up items the community needs help with. Since May is a busy time with different school activities, we will be having two volunteer days that the kids can sign up for: May 13th and May 27th, 8-9:30am. Please let Blaine and Josie know which date works best (or you can sign up for both and earn more Fun Money ), so we can get a headcount and plan the work accordingly.  You should have all received your Fun Money letters, let your leaders know if you have any questions.


Round Table – May 21

Please join us on Sunday, May 21, for roundtables to discuss our visions for the New Hartford Community Church and our goals and visions for a new pastor.

After June 30, 2023, we will be using the following email: newhartfordcommunitychurch@gmail.com

Bible Study 

A new Bible Study will be forming beginning May 1. This Bible Study will be led by Dianna Bass. The group meet on Mondays from 6:15-7:45. This group will discuss and dissect the Scriptures and understand it through group discussion. Everyone is welcome to attend, if you have questions, please contact Britt & Kazumi Truex or Di Bass.



 

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                                                                                               General Information:

Continue to Scroll Below for Current and Past Annoucements.  See tabs above for services, VBS, and more.


If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly

newsletter please contact either Sandy Becker  319-269-4138 or write her email at  sandralbecker81@gmail.com

by Wednesday. 

 Or,leave a

message at the church 983-2232 And if there are any critical needs

please call Pastor Chan 319-930-9034

FOOD BANK THEME FOR  February 2023-Variety of items, see more info below.


Thank you for giving to our Food Pantry!  

Due to government cuts and guidelines, we are no longer receiving food from the government.  The Ad Council recognized the importance of the food pantry and will continue to fund it with the help of many area organizations and churches,  community members, and church donors.  We will need increased participation to be able to help these needy people.  Until Bev or Di Returns, please contact Sandy Becker at 319-269-4138 if you are in need of food or to make donations.  Thanks.


TUBE MISSION UPDATE- Easter Egg Hunt


MEN'S BREAKFAST SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 25 HAS  BEEN POSTPONED, WILL UPDATE SOON!


ANNOUNCEMENTS – April 2, 2023

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Pat Nieman, Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers) Shindler, Jack Simcox, Jean Rawdon, Rick Chase, Butch Dove, Luverne Becker


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

April Food Pantry Needs:

cooking oil, pancake/waffle syrup


                                    Coin Tube Mission for April

The coin tube mission for April will be for medical supplies to Uganda.

Ben Cuvelier, Aaron & Brooke (Becker) Krejci, and Shary Meyer will be traveling to Uganda in May to assist in a medical and educational mission.


American Legion Fish Fry – March 31 – Community Building


Celebration of Life – Jack Fish

A Celebration of Life will be held for Jack Fish on Saturday, April 1, 11:00 AM, at the church. Lunch will follow the service for visitation with the family.

Palm Sunday Events

Join us for Palm Sunday and the children’s palm parade.  The Sunday School children will also be leading the Lord’s Prayer and sharing some of the things they have learned in Sunday School. 

Adult Sunday School – April 2 – 8:00 AM

Spring Cleaning at the Church – April 4 – 4:00 PM

Good Friday Service – April 7 – New Hartford – 5:30 PM


Community Easter Egg Hunt – April 8 – 10:00 AM

Come join the fun at the Annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the New Hartford United Methodist Church and the Martin Memorial Library.  The hunt will be held on Saturday, April 8, 10:00 PM.  Age divisions include: Preschool and Under; Kindergarten – 1st grade; 2nd/3rd Grade;  4th, 5th, and 6th grade. Children under 6, must be accompanied by a parent.  Each child will be given a bag of goodies.  There will alsp be several prize eggs hidden throughout the hunt! There will be an Easter Bunny or two to get your photo taken with!  We hope to see you there!! Thank you to everyone for supporting the Easter Egg Hunt.

Ladies’ Spring Luncheon – April 23

We will once again be hosting the Ladies’ Spring Luncheon on Sunday, April 23, 2:00 PM.  We will be serving salad, sandwiches, desserts, and beverages. Please join us as we spend the afternoon fellowshipping together with a speaker, games, door prizes, and fun!  Please contact Sandy Becker if you plan to attend, we would like to have a general idea for planning purposes, however, reservations are not required.


Easter Lilies

We will once again decorate the church for Easter with Easter lilies. If you would like to purchase your own, we will display them on Easter morning.  If you would like one purchased for you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138), $10.00 each.  We will do an insert in the Easter bulletin with a list of memorial and honorees. They will be purchased on April 8.

Youth Early Easter Service – 7:30 AM – April 9

Breakfast Served after service until 8:45 AM

Regular Service – 9:00 AM

Communion will be served April 2 & April 9



Administrative Council Meeting, February 15, 2023

 

 

Attendance: Steve Moore, Denise Gibbs, Rhonda Shaw, Carolyn Scobee, Denise LeBahn, Pastor Chan, Sandy Becker, Steve Koop

 

The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.

 

Minutes for January Meeting: Minutes approved

 

Lay Leader: Discussion of forming teams as we move forward to organize our church after the disaffiliation. Discussed a letter to send to entire church family. Sign up in church for the teams and included in the letter. Goal to involve as many people as are willing to part of this planning.

 

Finance: Insurance information given to Trustees. A monthly finance report was given to Ad Council. Purchase of a $50,000 CD.

 

Endowment:  No report.

 

Youth: Youth raised $331 at the Souper Bowl Lunch. Thrivent Financial donated several items for the lunch, which cut down on expenses. A debit card will be issued to Josie Becker for purchases of items needed for Youth Group. It was also voted to increase giving the youth $100 per month for expenses and projects. Blaine and Josie Becker will be issued $150 per month as youth leaders, this will be paid by the church.

 

SPRC: No report.

 

Missions (Food Pantry): We received many wonderful donations from our church family to fill the pantry shelves. We also received a 20 lb. hamburger donation from Thrivent Financial. Our theme for March will be frozen pizzas, lunch meat, and cereal.

 

Circle of Friends: Jean and Bev are continuing to send cards

 

Evening Circle: Delivered several goody boxes for Valentine’s Day.  Next meeting will be March 22. 

 

Memorials:  no report

 

Trustees: no report

 

Christian Education: Sunday School is currently studying the Lord’s Prayer. It was suggested that the children possibly present what they’ve learned during church sometime.

 

Pastor’s Report: Pastor reported that our church is the 27th out of 148 churches in the Pictured Rocks District to disaffiliate. Ash Wednesday service will be February 22, 7:00 PM. Pastor will be on vacation March 6-12.

 

Old Business:  Disaffiliation passed with 93%.

 

New Business: Moving forward, replace carpet in nursery with box of left over squares from upstairs fellowship hall.

Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, March 22, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker

 

 

found that the best solution in these situations is to be honest with myself and with the person(s) to whom I’m talking. I start the conversation with my concerns, fears, and doubts. These confessions tend to release some of the tension in the atmosphere (at least for me) and allow the real words and phrases that I want to speak to flow. Here’s how the beginning of such a difficult conversation may sound:

Thank you for meeting with me today. I want to start by saying that this is a challenging discussion for me to have with you. I appreciate and value you so much that I am willing to overcome my fears for this needed discussion. Thank you for listening to me, and I promise to listen to you.

There it is. Easy? Well, maybe not so much, but I believe that if I can do it, so can you. Now it’s time for you to practice. List three people with whom you need to have difficult conversations. List the subject, preferred location for the conversation, desired outcome, and date to have the conversation. Now that you have completed this task, pray and ask God to give you strength to go for it and have the difficult conversation.

 

3. Conversations with God

Finally, my conversations with God over the years have been phenomenal, but not always easy. Some people believe they can hear God’s audible voice, and some believe that we only “hear” God through nature and through the wisdom of others. I believe we can hear God speaking in whatever form is necessary for us to receive and understand. Throughout my life, I have been blessed to hear God’s voice in multiple ways, even including God’s audible voice. My struggles have not been regarding hearing God, but actually doing what God was telling me to do or going where God was telling me to go. Like Moses I have used every excuse in the world as I have met God at my numerous burning bushes. However, no matter my excuse(s), God always offered a solution. These challenging interactions with God have helped to create my spirituality and soul’s formation. Today, I am better and wiser because of these difficult conversations that I’ve had over the years with myself, others, and God. (Difficult Conversations, Lewis Center for Church Leadership, Wesley Theological Seminary)

 

In person-to-person, small groups, AD meetings, round tables, and fellowship tables, our conversations happen anytime, anywhere. I hope it's a productive conversation, a conversation full of love. I hope we can get closer to each other, find unity, not differences, and move forward together, even if it's a 'difficult conversation'.

It's cold, stay warm.

 

February 23, 2023

 

Chan, your little servant.

 

Lenten Trivia…(https://www.christianity.com/)

The 40 Days of Lent (not counting Sundays) honor the period of time similar to multiple stories in the Bible:

·         Jesus retreated into the wilderness, where He fasted for 40 days and was tempted by the devil ( Matthew 4:1-2, Mark 1:12-13, Luke 4:1-2).

·         The Hebrew people wandered 40 years in the desert while traveling to the Promised Land (Numbers 14:33)

·         Jonah's prophecy of judgment gave 40 days to the city of Nineveh in which to repent or be destroyed (Jonah 3:4).

·         Moses spent 40 days on Mount Sinai with God (Exodus 24:18)

·         Elijah spent 40 days and nights walking to Mount Horeb (1 Kings 19:8)

·         God sent 40 days and nights of rain in the great flood of Noah (Genesis 7:4)

Happy March Birthday!

               Austin Gerloff                       4

               Marlene Harper                   4

               Kennedy Cole                       5

               Craig Moore                         6

               Brooke (Becker) Krejci        8

               Dallas Dove                           8

               Daniel Schmitz                     8

               Jonna (Johnson)                 10

               Kaity Mooty                        13

               Zach DePriest                     14

               Julie Cuvelier                      16

               Jerry Nielsen                       16

               Kaid Dennis                         18

               Gentry Swarts                     27

               Wayne Mooty                     29

               Matthew Schmitz               30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.

Bob & Jean Eich   23

Jerry & Karen Nielsen   31

 

 

March Musicians

                          March 5: Lisa Schmitz

                          March 12: Karen Nielsen

                          March 19: Lisa Schmitz

                          March 26: Karen Nielsen

                  

March Lay Readers

March 5: Tom Koop

March 12: Michael Schmitz

March 19: Angie Koop

March 26: Denise LeBahn

 

March Ushers

Kyhl Families

Church News

Evening Circle

Evening Circle met and distributed Valentine boxes to several people from our community.  Many smiles and warmed hearts were blessed on February 14. Thank you to everyone who delivered, brought cookies and goodies, and assembled boxes.  Special thank you to our Sunday School students who made beautiful cards to share.

Evening Circle will meet on  Wednesday, March 22, 6 PM. Please mark April 23 on your calendars for the Mother/Daughter/Ladies Luncheon.

 

Heifer Project Results

During the month of January we collected for the Heifer Project.  The children chose the following animals, and they have been ordered: two flocks of chickens, one goat, one sheep, one flock of ducks, and one group of honey bees.  We thank everyone who contributed to this mission project, it was very exciting for the children to choose these animals to donate ($330).

 Church Teams

Our church needs your input!  Please consider joining one of the teams listed below as we begin planning for this new journey.  We would love to have you on one team or more, wherever you feel your talents will best fit.  Some teams will be meeting soon, others will be meeting as time moves forward. If you would like to be on a team, but are unable to attend in person, please let us know and we are more than happy to help you set up a ZOOM

If you would like to join a team, please leave a message at the church or call or email Sandy Becker (sandralbecker81@gmail.com or 319-2694138). Additionally, if you would like to set up a ZOOM, please let Sandy know.

Church Family Teams

Legal Team

Finance Team

Pastoral Search (will include the SPPRC Committee and others)

Church Name, Mission Statement and Signage Team

Membership Team

Church Programs and Community Outreach Team

 

 

March Hospitality Committee

Kobey Swarts, Chair – 319-404-4435

Kristal Graves – 319-240-8422

Lindsay Stanley – 319-231-9469

Lorie Kyhl – 31-239-2953

March Fellowship

March 5: Jean Eich & Sandy Becker

March 12: Volunteer needed

March 19: Volunteer needed

March 26: Birthday Sunday/March Committee

 

March Sunday School

Adult Sunday School: March 5, 19

Children’s Sunday School Schedule:

March 5 – Casie Bass & Kiley Kyhl

March 12 – Sue Considine

March 19 – Jean Eich

March 26  – Denise & Katie LeBahn

*Grace Wood – Kdg./Nursery throughout the month

 

Budget 2023

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

February Collections

February 5: $6,920.00

February 12: $987.00

February 19 : no count

February 26:

 

Mission Minutes

March Food Pantry Theme

Frozen Pizzas, Lunch Meat, Cereal

 

Food Pantry News

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.  

 

March Mission Project – Easter Egg Hunt

Our coin tube mission for March will be for the annual Easter Egg Hunt.  We will collect coins throughout the month to buy candy and coins to put in eggs and goodies to fill the bags each child receives.  Thank you in advance for always supporting this community outreach.  This is always a great opportunity to spread God’s word and invite others to church!

Confirmation

We would like to have a Confirmation class beginning after Spring Break if there are enough young people interested.  Young people in 6th through 12th grade who have not completed Confirmation classes are eligible to attend. Please contact Sandy Becker by March 6 if you are interested.

 

March/April Upper Room Devotionals

The new Upper Rooms are available in the church lobby.  If you would like one sent to you or delivered, contact Sandy Becker or the church office.

 

Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – March  19

 

Pies for Sale

The Splash Pad and Park Renovation committee still have a few pies to sell. We have pumpkin, cherry, apple, and apple crunch pies. Cost for the pies are $12 each or two for $20, and are ready for pick up. Apple, apple crunch and cherry (frozen) are take and bake; pumpkin are baked and frozen.   Contact Sandy Becker or Shawna Hagen at the city hall if you would like to buy a pie or have any questions. There are a few pies available at the church.

 

Men’s Breakfast

The next men’s breakfast will be March 25 , 8:00 AM. We hope to see everyone there to join us for food and fellowship. Please let Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs know if you have any questions.

Surprise Card Shower

Surprise card shower for Dallas " Butch" Dove. He turns 88 on March 8th. His address is 32201 Terrace Ave., New Hartford, IA 50660

 

Community Easter Egg Hunt

We will once again host the annual Easter Egg Hunt. This year the hunt will be on Saturday, April 8, 10:00 AM. If you would like to contribute to this project, please contact Sandy Becker or Darla Payne.

 

 

Dear Church Family,

    We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your work, research, and prayers during these months leading to the disaffiliation.  We are tremendously excited to begin this journey with everyone as we unite to love, grow, and serve in God’s Word.  The months ahead will be filled with many decisions, so our work has just begun.  We want everyone in our church family involved wherever you feel your talents best fit. This is OUR church, and we want everyone to be aware and have input as we move forward.

    Please know that each and every one of you are a valuable child of God, and it is only you who can help build this church with your time and talents.  The support has been overwhelming as we have asked questions, attended round tables, read information, and most importantly, prayerfully made decisions with God as our own experiences allowed.

         We truly want to build a church that is based on God’s Word and involves the entire church family in the workings of the church.  Please stay tuned for more information, and we hope you will be willing to sign up for one or two of the planning teams! Our disaffiliation will become final on June 30, 2023, and we will begin our planning now so that we are ready. Please continue to pray that God will lead us as we begin this journey.

 

Blessings,

Administrative Council

New Hartford United Methodist Church    

 

 

 

 

 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

 

  March 2023  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mark your Calendar for these Future Dates:

April 2 – Palm Sunday – Children’s Palm Parade during Church

April 9 – Easter Sunday; Youth Service 7:30 AM, followed by breakfast

Regular Service 9:00 AM

 

 


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ANNOUNCEMENTS – February 12, 2023

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Pat Nieman, Pam Kyhl, Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers) Shindler, Mark & Rodney Youngberg, Jack Simcox, Di Bass,

Jean Rawdon

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

February Food Pantry Needs:

ketchup, Ranch dressing, hot dogs, margarine quarters, hamburger, Mandarin oranges, mixed fruit, dish soap, laundry detergent, men’s shampoo/body wash

 

New Coin Tube Mission: Grace Wood – Student Visionaries of the Year Program – Fighting LLS (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society)

Please see article about Grace’s mission in the February newsletter. Grace presented some information to us last Sunday at church.  She will be sharing some other fundraising opportunities with us through March 12.

 

February 12 – Youth Group “Soup”er Bowl Lunch

Serving turkey noodle and other soups, ham sandwiches, chips, crackers, desserts, free will donation to Youth Group Projects.

 

Food Pantry Collection

Bring items for the food pantry “Soup”er Bowl day and vote for your favorite team! See list under February Food Pantry Needs.

 

February 12 – Church Conference 3:00 PM

Fellowship Hall at the church, must be present to vote.  Please remember that we must have a 2/3 majority of members present that day in order to disaffiliate.  If you are unsure about your membership status, please contact Darla Payne, Steve Moore, or Sandy Becker.

Evening Circle – February 14

Evening Circle will meet on Tuesday, February 14, 4:00 PM. If you are unable to be there by 4:00, please join when you are able. We will be filling and delivering Valentine boxes. Each member is asked to bring two dozen cookies to help fill boxes.

 

Ad Council – February 15

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, February 15, 7:00 PM.

 

Adult Sunday School – February 19 – 8:00 AM

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast  - February 19

 

February 22 – Ash Wednesday Service 7:00 PM

 

February 25 – Men’s Breakfast – 8:00 AM

 

    


                        FEBRUARY 2023 NEWSLETTER


                               Administrative Council Meeting, January, 2023


Ad Council met briefly after church on Sunday, January 22, due to a weather related cancellation on the 18th.  

Letters and information were approved to include in membership mailing.  Ad Council will meet on February 15, for their regular monthly meeting.

40 Days to Change the World - Our Lenten Journey

Greeting in Christ!


Lent is a season of forty days, not counting Sundays, which begins on Ash Wednesday (February 22) and ends on Holy Saturday (April 8). Traditionally, Lent is a time of repentance, fasting and preparation for the coming of Easter. It is a time of self-examination and reflection. In the early church, Lent was a time to prepare new converts for baptism. Today, Christians focus on their relationship with God, often choosing to give up something or to volunteer and give of themselves for others.


In the past I have observed a variety of Lenten practices: fasting, different prayer and devotional practices, fasting involving food choices or times when I eat, pray or study, times of silence during the day. Some have been helpful and have led me into a deeper relationship with God and with God’s people. Others I have found were interesting to try, but when Lent was done, I was glad to see my practice end. A few years ago I came across a list on the Sojourners website. It was written by Nadia Bolz- Weber, Pastor at House for All Sinners and Saints in Denver, Colorado and after some thought, I adapted it to include some ideas of my own.  It includes a variety of spiritual practices with which to experiment different ways of praying, versions of fasting and meditation, ways to practice service and connection with others and with God. I encourage you to follow it and to discern how you can improve your relationship with God and with God’s people. 


Day 1: Pray for your enemies.

Take some time to think about them, the life they lead, their family and support system and pray for understanding and peace.

Day 2: Walk, carpool, bike or take public transportation.

Pay attention to those around you and think about their challenges.

Day 3: Take a media-free day. No TV, DVDs, frivolous Internet usage, magazines…. And note how you feel without those things in your life.

Day 4: Give a donation to a non-profit of your choosing.


SUNDAY - LENT 1 

Day 5: Observe 5 minutes of silence at noon. 

Day 6: Take a walk. 

Look at your surroundings until you find something of beauty you had not noticed before 

Day 7: Give 5 items of clothing to Goodwill 

Day 8: Give a Pep-talk. 

Notice someone in your life that is feeling down and encourage them with a note, an email or a phone call. 

Day 9: Do someone else’s chore. 

(If you don’t have an idea of a chore to do, contact the pastor and she will help you out.) 

Day 10: Buy a few $5 fast food gift cards or pack a few sack lunches to give to homeless people you encounter. 


SUNDAY - LENT 2 

Day 11: Call an old friend. 

Day 12: Pray the News. 

Read the news or watch the news and pray for people and situations affected. 

Day 13: Read Psalm 139 

Day 14: Pay a few sincere compliments to others. 

Day 15: Take a garbage-collecting walk. Bring a plastic bag on your walk and pick up trash as you go.

Day 16: Call someone you’ve not seen in church lately. 


SUNDAY - LENT 3 

Day 17: Forgive someone (or identify someone you need to forgive and take some steps toward that goal.) 

Day 18: Internet Diet Day. Use the internet for only one hour today for nonwork activities. 

Day 19: Read the Upper Room’s Daily devotional: www.upperroom.org

Day 20: Write a letter to someone you love. You can choose whether to mail it or not. 

Day 21: Ask for help. 

Identify a place in your life where you could use some help and someone that would be helpful. And ask. 

Day 22: Tell someone what you are grateful for. 


SUNDAY - LENT 4 

Day 23: Make a prayer list ! ! 

List people and situations to keep in your prayers for the week and put it somewhere visible (the refrigerator, bathroom mirror, etc.) 

Day 24: Read Psalm 121 

Day 25: Introduce yourself to a neighbor. 

Day 26: Meat-free day ! ! 

Eat vegetarian for a day. If you are vegetarian – place another challenge in your diet, i.e.: dessert-free day, soda-free day, coffee-free day, etc…. 

Day 27: Observe an hour of silence. 

Day 28: Light a candle that represents God’s love. 


SUNDAY - LENT 5 

Day 29: Write a thank you note to your favorite teacher or mentor. 

Day 30: Pick a favorite hymn or Christian/religious song. And listen to it, sing it, or recite the lyrics aloud. 

Day 31: Make a gratitude list. 

Throughout the day, make a list of things for which you are grateful. At the end of the day, review the list. 

Day 32: Donate to your local elementary school. 

Day 33: Read John 8:1-11 

Day 34: Research charities and find one to support through your prayers, your gifts, or your service. 


PALM SUNDAY 

Day 35: Take the “What’s your Spiritual Type” quiz (http:// prayer-center.upperroom.org/resources/quiz) Read the description. Is it accurate? 

Day 36: Observe a no-sugar day – where else is there sweetness in your life? 

Day 37: Give someone in your life a small gift. Just because. 

Day 38: Educate yourself about a saint (http:// www.catholic.org/saints) 

Day 39: Pray for peace. 

Day 40: Pray for your enemies again. !!! 


I hope that you accept the challenge and make this Lent a time of deepening in love for God and neighbor! God is waiting for us outside of our comfort zones, ready to walk with us as we serve His people. 

May God bless our Lenten season!

January 25, 2023

Chan, your little servant


Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – February 19


American Legion Auxiliary

Spaghetti Supper – Community Building- Serving 4:30-7:30 PM

Serving: Spaghetti with meat sauce, garlic bread, lettuce salad, ice cream sundae, brownie, and beverage.

Free will donation, bring the family and enjoy!

QPR Suicide Training

A free training class on simple steps anyone can learn to possibly save a life from suicide. Training provided by Ryan Nesbit from Alive and Running. Hosted by STAY (Kobey Swarts) and the family of Jason Craig. CEU hours are available. All are welcome to attend. Wednesday, February 8, 6:00-8:00 PM, at the church. Contact Kobey Swarts (319-404-4435) with questions and to get signed up!

Grace Wood – Student Visionaries of the Year Program – Fighting LLS

Grace Wood, a freshman at DNH, and a young, active member of our church family, is seeking our support in this Student Visionaries of the Year Program.  The program is explained in the paragraphs below. Additionally, be looking for some fundraising opportunities that our church family can support.  We wish Grace the very best as she continues to work toward this worthy goal.  If you have questions, please feel free to contact Grace.


All of us probably know someone who has battled cancer and seen the awful toll it takes on them and their loved ones - physically, emotionally, and financially. It’s hard to understand how this disease can still be affecting one out of every three people today, and that all of us will most likely be impacted by cancer in some way at some point in our lifetimes. Today, I have decided to take a stand against this trend.

 

I am very excited to share with you that I have “signed up to save lives.” This means that I have accepted my nomination to participate in The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Student Visionaries of the Year program. Students of the Year is a seven-week philanthropic competition for high school leaders seeking to make an impact in the fight against cancer. This year the campaign runs from Thursday, January 19th to Saturday, March 11th! I am incredibly honored to participate in this program alongside an outstanding group of fellow students. More importantly, I am proud to be part of something that may help bring an end to cancer.  

 

WE HAVE OFFICIALLY KICKED OFF! Not only will your support help me and my team win the competition, but it will also help LLS fuel advancements in cancer treatments that are beginning to benefit patients with many other types of cancer as well. 

I am reaching out to ask for your support. There are a few ways you can support our fundraising efforts:

∙Make a tax-deductible donation to my online fundraising page: https://events.lls.org/ia/svoyiowa23/gwood

∙Share my message & fundraising link with your contacts via email or social media

∙Donate a silent auction item for the Grand Finale Celebration auction

∙Help me secure a corporate sponsorship (Sponsorships start at $5,000, and sponsors receive Grand Finale benefits)

To learn more about the remarkable journey that I am embarking on, check out this short video. 

Thank you so much for the support, I sincerely appreciate it.

 

Thanks,

Grace Wood

P.S. Does your company have a matching gifts program that might be willing to match your donation? See this link for more information: https://www.lls.org/ways-help/employee-matching-gifts

Happy February Birthday!

                  Linda Cuvelier                           4

                  Baylor Swarts                            7

                  Mark DeBuhr                            7

                  Doug DeBuhr                            9

                  Carolyn Scobee                       12

                  Justin Moore                           14

                  Marlas Latwesen                    16

                  Steve Moore                           21

                  Lukas Graves                           22

                  Ron Lichtneger                       22

                  Brittany Moore                      22

                  Lara Kyhl                                 23

                  Lisa Schmitz                            25

Howard & Pam Kyhl     14

Terry & Judy Thompson    19

Roger & Nancy Truex     27

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.



February Musicians

                          February 5: Lisa Schmitz

                          February 12: Lisa Schmitz

                          February 19: Karen Nielsen

                          February 26: Karen Nielsen

                      

February Lay Readers

February 5: Kori Koop

February 12: Sandy Becker

February 19: Carolyn Scobee

February 26: Kim Manley


February Ushers

Youth Group & Families



February Hospitality Committee

Angie Koop, Chair – 319-429-0567

Becky Johnson – 319-404-8329

Diane Grassley – 319-269-3252

Kori Koop


February Fellowship

February 5: Michael & Lindsey Schmitz, Bonnie Koop

February 12: “Soup”er Bowl Lunch – Youth Group

February 19: Joy & Chan

February 26: Birthday Sunday/February Committee


February Sunday School

Adult Sunday School: February 5 & 19

Children’s Sunday School Schedule:

February 5  – Sue Considine

February 12 – Jean Eich

February 19 – Casie Bass & Kiley Kyhl

February 26 – Denise & Katie LeBahn

*Grace Wood – Kdg./Nursery throughout the month


Budget 2023

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

January Collections

January 1: $1090.00

January 8: $1215.00

January 15: $1500.00

January 22: $1180.00

January 29: no count


Mission Minutes

February Food Pantry Theme

*See list of needed items on next page

Food Bank Changes

Due to the government cuts and guidelines, we are no long able to get food from the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.  The Ad Council has decided to continue our food pantry supported by our church family, the community, and area church’s donations.  We believe this is an important mission that our church does, we will be called the New Hartford Community Food Pantry.

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.        



Church News

Evening Circle

We will have a brief meeting on Wednesday, February 1, 5:45-6:15 PM prior to the Round Table meeting.

Welcome!

Welcome Britt and Kazumi Truex to our church family. Britt gave his testimony on Sunday, January 29.  We also celebrated Britt’s confirmation and Kazumi’s baptism! What a joyous occasion. God is good!!


Affiliation/Disaffiliation Round Table 2

Opportunity for a final round table discussion on Wednesday, February 1, 6:30-7:30 PM. Join us to help each other answer questions as we move toward our final vote.

Church Conference

Sunday, February 12 – 3:00 PM

The Church Conference, led by Rev. Moody Colorado, will be held on February 12, 3:00 PM, in the church fellowship hall. At this time we will take our final affiliation/disaffiliation vote. You must be present at the conference to vote, we are unable to send out any absentee ballots by order of the United Methodist Conference.  We hope that you have had your questions answered and given prayerful and careful thought to your decision.  If you still have questions, please feel free to contact any ad council member. If you have questions about your membership status, please contact Darla Payne, Steve Moore, or the church office.


Disaffiliation

In the event that we vote to disaffiliate, this is the timeline that will be adhered to:

February 15 – Conference will have final obligations (payment) to us

April 1 – Deadline for Disaffiliation Agreement submitted by our lawyer

(Date?) Annual Conference must vote on Disaffiliation

June 23 – Payment to the conference must be received

June 30 – Disaffiliation would be effective after the Annual Conference’s ratification.



Youth Group

Soup”er Bowl Meal

The Youth Group will host their annual “Soup”er Bowl meal on Sunday, February 12, immediately following church.  They will be serving turkey noodle soup and other soups, ham sandwiches, chips, desserts, and drinks.  Free will donation to Youth Group projects.  


Food Pantry Drive

The Youth Group will also be sponsoring a food pantry goods drive.  Bring items for the food pantry and place them in the box of the Super Bowl team you are rooting for!  A list of items needed for the food pantry are listed below, but any items will be welcomed!! Thank you!

Items needed: ketchup, Ranch dressing, hot dogs, margarine quarters, hamburger, Mandarin oranges, mixed fruit, dish soap, laundry detergent, men’s shampoo/body wash


Heifer International Project

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Heifer Project Mission. The children collected a little over $200!  They will announce how they decided to “spend” the money on Sunday, February 12!  


Lost and FoundLisa Schmitz has lost a long, black Columbia coat.  If anyone has seen it, please contact Lisa.

We also have several coats and a couple of umbrellas that have not been claimed, they are in the north lobby of the fellowship hall. If they are not claimed by March 1, we will take them to Good Will or put them in the Missions’ closet. 


Men’s Breakfast

The next men’s breakfast will be February 25, 8:00 AM. We hope to see everyone there to join us for food and fellowship. Please let Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs know if you have any questions.

JANUARY IMPORTANT DATES

Below are the charts the church has shared regarding information on the disafilliation:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sW35bXNX8aycaY6YeoAT0EpU9hmcaI9a/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104896151726702132152&rtpof=true&sd=true

ANNOUNCEMENTS – January 29, 2023

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman, Pam Kyhl,

Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers) Shindler, Mark & Rodney Youngberg,

Family of Terry Simcox


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Food Bank Changes

Due to the government cuts and guidelines, we are no longer able to get food from the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.  The Ad Council has decided to continue our food pantry supported by our church family, the community, and area churches’ donations.  We believe this is an important mission that our church does, we will be called the New Hartford Community Food Pantry. For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 

January Theme – Toilet Paper


Testimonial & Baptism

We are excited to have Britt Truex share his testimonial during church on Sunday, January 29.  Please join us as we support Britt as he shares his journey with Christ. Congratulations to Kazumi Truex who will be baptized that day also!


Round Table 1 - January 29 – following fellowship 

*Please note that if you are unable to attend in person, Michael Schmitz has offered to coordinate ZOOM so that you can attend from home. If this is something you are interested in, please contact Sandy Becker or the church office, 24 hours prior to the round table of your choice.

Coin Tube Mission – Heifer International Project

Our mission project for this month will be Heifer International.  Our final day to collect will be this Sunday, January 29. 


Examples of items to purchase include:

Goat - $120                             Flock of Ducks - $20

Heifer - $500                           Honey Bees - $30

Flock of Chicks - $20              Pair of Cattle - $1000

Sheep - $120                           Pig - $120

Gift of Clean Water - $300  Alpaca - $150


Mark your Calendar for these Future Dates:

February 1 – Evening Circle 5:45-6:15 PM

February 1 – Second Round Table-6:30-7:30 PM

February 4 – American Legion Auxiliary 

Spaghetti Supper – 4:30-7:30 PM 

Community Building

Serving: Spaghetti with meat sauce, garlic bread, lettuce salad, ice cream sundae, brownie, and beverage.

Free will donation, bring the family and enjoy!

February 12 – Youth Group “Soup”er Bowl Lunch

Serving turkey noodle and other soups, ham sandwiches, chips, crackers, desserts, free will donation to Youth Group

Food Pantry Collection

Bring items for the food pantry that day and vote for your favorite team! Look for a list of needed items in your February newsletter.

February 12 – Church Conference 3:00 PM

Fellowship Hall at the church, must be present to vote.

February 22 – Ash Wednesday



ANNOUNCEMENTS – January 22, 2023

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman, Pam Kyhl,

Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers) Shindler, Mark & Rodney Youngberg

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Food Bank Changes

Due to the government cuts and guidelines, we are no longer able to get food from the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.  The Ad Council has decided to continue our food pantry supported by our church family, the community, and area churches’ donations.  We believe this is an important mission that our church does, we will be called the New Hartford Community Food Pantry. For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

January Theme – Toilet Paper

 

Evening Bible Study – January 23 – 6:00 PM

Men’s Breakfast – January 28 – 8:00 AM

 

Testimonial

We are excited to have Britt Truex share his testimonial during church on Sunday, January 29.  Please join us as we support Britt as he shares his journey with Christ.

Round Table 1

January 29 – following fellowship from 10:30-11:30

*Please note that if you are unable to attend in person, Michael Schmitz has offered to coordinate ZOOM so that you can attend from home. If this is something you are interested in, please contact Sandy Becker or the church office, 24 hours prior to the round table of your choice.

Ad Council Reschedule

Due to the impending weather on Wednesday evening, the Ad Council meeting was postponed. We will meet for a brief meeting following worship on Sunday.

 

Coin Tube Mission – Heifer International Project

Our mission project for this month will be Heifer International.  Children will collect coins and then choose which animals they would like to buy at the end of the month. See the article in this month’s newsletter if you would like to help!

Examples of items to purchase include:

Goat - $120                         Flock of Ducks - $20

Heifer - $500                       Honey Bees - $30

Flock of Chicks - $20          Pair of Cattle - $1000

Sheep - $120                       Pig - $120

Gift of Clean Water - $300  Alpaca - $150

 

Mark your Calendar for these Future Dates:

February 1 – Second Round Table-6:30-7:30 PM

February 4 – Auxiliary Spaghetti Supper – 4:30-7:30 PM

February 12 – “Soup”er Bowl Lunch

February 12 – Church Conference 3:00 PM

February 22 – Ash Wednesday



Mark your Calendar for these Future Dates:

February 12 – “Soup”er Bowl Lunch

February 22 – Ash Wednesday

February 25 – Men’s Breakfast – 8 AM



Administrative Council Meeting, December 8, 2022



Attendance: Denise LeBahn, Denise Gibbs, Rhonda Shaw, Carolyn Scobee, Pastor Chan, Steve Moore, Bev Maas, Ron Lichtneger, Steve Koop, Sandy Becker


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.


Minutes for November Meeting: Minutes approved


Lay Leader: Discussion of weekly worship letters due to increase in postage; will call Rev. Moody Colorado in regards to how the intent of disaffiliation letter should be sent.


Finance: November fell short of budget; with addition of dinner money we came out positive $2,200. Apportionment payment was questioned why it was different, will talk with Eva.


Endowment:  Used endowment funds to purchase large trays for pie safe, and large crock pot.


Youth: Youth will Christmas Carol and help with children’s program.


SPRC: Will check on debit card for church purchases.


Missions (Food Pantry): Dianna Bass is continuing to serve food bank in Bev’s absence. Hams were received from Pork Producers and Pork loins/food boxes donated by DNH FFA for Christmas.


Circle of Friends: Jean and Bev are continuing to send cards; sent about 40 Thanksgiving cards and will be sending Christmas cards.


Evening Circle: December 14 we will be delivering plates of goodies, soup, and a roll to about 30 people.


Memorials:  no report


Trustees: painting at parsonage will wait until spring at renter’s request; Steve will talk to Al Shaw about cement repair. Lights upstairs are cleaned, Gary & Jean will put back up; Jeff Gibbs will put spotlights on the new angels.


Christian Education: Program will be December 11, along with Bible presentations. Teachers for 2023 will remain the same as 2022; theme has not been decided at this time.


Pastor’s Report: Looking forward to program; January 29, Britt Truex will give his testimonial, Christmas Eve service will be at 7 PM, communion will be observed.


Old Business: Discussed in length the procedure to send letter of intent to disaffiliate.


New Business: 



Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, January 18, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker 



Turn on the Switch of God's Love


My dear friend, I pray that everything may go well with you and that you may be in good health - as I know you are well in spirit. (3 John 2 GNT)


It's the end of the year 2022. The train named 2022 has nowhere to go. After 365 days and 12 months, where are we standing now? Are we at the place I targeted earlier this year? Or is it an unexpected and unexpected place? It is the time to stand at the end of the year and look back on the past year. I get the feeling that the New Year has not just begun. As time goes by and I get older, is it because the futility of what I couldn't do the previous year remains in my heart? Is it because the circumstances surrounding me, such as war, drought, flood, forest fire, and cold, are weighing me down? Is it because of the situation facing The United Methodist Church? Suddenly, the New Year seems to stand tall before me, surging in heavy waves from the distant horizon of December.

 

Still life goes on and year after year we have to do something and start new things again. If not my bucket lists, I make a list of little things I could do: Not hurting the people who love me, going for a walk with my dog I live with, Eden, learning to play the alto saxophone, praying for my brothers and sisters in Korea, encouraging and praising others everywhere. In today's world, these things seem rather absurd. However, it is not appropriate for a person who cannot give love to small things to love grandiose things. At this point where the year ends and the year begins, I suddenly think of a poem. It is a poem by Emily Dickinson (1830-1886), and a passage is introduced here:

If I can stop one heart from breaking,

I shall not live in vain;  

If I can ease one life the aching,  

Or cool one pain,  

Or help one fainting robin    

Unto his nest again,     

I shall not live in vain.

 

This is what I heard and learned when I was training to volunteer for hospice care in Washington DC. Dr. Atul Gawande, an expert in the field, recommends asking terminally ill patients the following questions:

What fears and worries do you have about the future?

What do you most want to do in the remaining days?

What can be sacrificed and what can never be sacrificed?

What kind of day do you think is a “very good day”?

This is how I understood, in my own way, what these questions were intended or meant. There is no time to waste a second because you are standing on the edge of life, so take care of the most important things in life. By doing so, the goal is to let the patient live a good life until the end. Some of you are struggling with your own health. Some, despite their advanced age, could still be healthy. Let's ask these questions ahead of time when there are still many days left. As we move from one year to the next, let's ask ourselves these questions:

What is the most important thing in my life?

What do you want to do most?

What do you want to say the most and what do you want to hear?

Who do you want to see and miss the most?

 

A truly happy person is not a person who has everything, but a person who enjoys what he is doing, is satisfied with what he has, has things he wants to do, places to go, and has things he wants to have. These would be lists I would like to add to my list - The first thing we all want to do is forgive and be forgiven. To say I love you and to be loved. It's about hanging out often with people we like, eating together, and enjoying the time. Wouldn't our lives be enough then? I wonder what your lists are. Turn on the switch of God's love in your heart again. Happiness shines bright and shining.

 

May this happy life continue in the grace of God in the New Year!


Chan, your humble servant.

 

PS: Thank you for your Christmas cards, candy and cookies. On behalf of my Christmas card, I wish you all a Merry Christmas.



Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – January 

 

Pies for Sale

The Splash Pad and Park Renovation committee still have a few pies to sell. We have pumpkin, cherry, apple, and apple crunch pies. Cost for the pies are $15 each or two for $25, and are ready for pick up. Apple, apple crunch and cherry (frozen) are take and bake; pumpkin are baked and frozen.   Contact Sandy Becker or Shawna Hagen at the city hall if you would like to buy a pie or have any questions. There are a few pies available at the church.

 

Men’s Breakfast

The next men’s breakfast will be January 28,  8:00 AM. We hope to see everyone there to join us for food and fellowship. Please let Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs know if you have any questions.


Christmas Program Photos



                    

    

Happy January Birthday!

                  Grace Wood                              2

                  Rachel Koop                              2

                  Lynne Johnson                          3

                  Elizabeth Cuvelier                    6

                  Kayleigh Wright                      10

                  Judy Thompson                       13

                  Braxton Johnson                     14

                  Brea Dennis                             16

                  Bonnie Rawdon                      20

                  Dianna Bass                             28

                  Spencer Moore                       29

                  Christopher Kyhl                     30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.



January Musicians

                          January 1: Lisa Schmitz

                          January 8: Karen Nielsen

                          January 15: Lisa Schmitz

                          January 22: Karen Nielsen

                          January 29:  Lisa Schmitz

                      

January Lay Readers

January 1: Lara Kyhl

January 8: Sue Considine

January 15: Denise Gibbs

January 22: Lindsey Schmitz

January 29: Ron Lichtneger


January Usher

Randy Johnson


January Hospitality Committee

Kim Manley, Chair – 319-989-1135

Shary Meyer – 319-231-9056

Bev Maas – 319-983-2826


January Fellowship

January 1: Steve & Angie Koop

January 8: Sandy Becker & Lisa Schmitz

January 15: Tom & Kori Koop

January 22: Kim Manley & Carolyn Scobee

January 29: Birthday Sunday/January Committee


January Sunday School

Adult Sunday School: January 1, 15, 29

Children’s Sunday School Schedule:

January 1 – Denise Le Bahn

January 8 – Casie Bass & Kiley Kyhl

January 15 – Sue Considine

January 22 – Jean Eich

January 29 – Denise & Katie LeBahn

*Grace Wood – Kdg./Nursery throughout the month


Budget 2023

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

December Collections

December 4: $2565.00

December 11: $935.00

December 18: $2285.00

December 24 & 25: $11,299.00

Mission Minutes

January Food Pantry Theme

Toilet Paper

Food Pantry News

(see article on next page)

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.        

January Mission Project

Our coin tube mission for January will be Heifer Project.  After collecting coins, the children will be allowed to choose the animals we would like to purchase for the project. If you would like to donate to purchase a specific animal, please designate on your check.  A list of Heifer Project prices will be on the bulletin board in the lobby and the article on the following page.


Church News

Evening Circle

Evening Circle put together 32 goody boxes and soup meals on December 14. We also mailed 6 cards. Thank you to Jeff, Denise, and Taylor Gibbs, Gary Becker, Pastor Chan, and Jean Eich for delivering goodies that evening.  Evening Circle will meet on  Wednesday, January 18, 6 PM.


Monday Evening Bible Study

Monday evening Bible Study continues to study Max Lucado’s book on Grace. Meetings will be January 9 & 23 , 6:00 PM. If you have questions, please contact Denise Gibbs.

Affiliation/Disaffiliation

On November 20, we took a poll in regards to our church family’s position on affiliation and disaffiliation with the United Methodist Church. There were 47 (7 of whom were children) present in church for the poll. The results of the poll were as follows: 26 voted yes, disaffiliate from the UMC; 6 voted no, stay affiliated with the UMC; 4 voted to wait until after 2024 General Conference. At this time, the Ad Council and SPPRC committees will move forward exploring the disaffiliation information. A letter of intent to disaffiliate was sent to the district superintendent and president of the council. This is only an intent; further meetings, round tables, church conference will be held prior to the final vote. 

Testimonial

We are excited to have Britt Truex share his testimonial during church on Sunday, January 29.  Please join us as we support Britt as he shares his journey with Christ.


Lay Readers, Ushers, and Hospitality  2023

Please note that the 2023 volunteer list is included in this newsletter and will also be posted at the church. Please contact Sandy Becker for lay reader and usher changes; Denise LeBahn for hospitality changes.





Youth Group

The Youth Group Christmas caroled to several homes in New Hartford on December 14.  Many smiling faces greeted our carolers and goody bags provided by the New Hartford Fire and EMS were distributed. 

THANK YOU!!!

Thank you to all the generous people who

donated to the Adopt-a-Family project. We helped 13 kids this year, with clothing, boots, coats and toys. Things were much more expensive this year, and we could not have done it without your love and help!! 

A special thank you to Carol Chapman and 

Thrivent Financial for their generous donation.  We also thank the FFA who donated food boxes for our families and Select Foods gave pork loins and cooler bags for the boxes. We helped 11 families with Christmas boxes.

    Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!  

           Blessings, Di Bass & Sandy Becker


Christmas Program

A big thank you to all of our children, teachers, directors, accompanist and parents for a wonderful children’s program. 80 people enjoyed the children that morning as they performed the Christmas story narrated by three of our youth.  Thank you to everyone who made this yet, another successful program!

Heifer Project International

The following information was taken directly from the website (https://www.heifer.org/our-work/index.html):

Working with farmers, we improve productivity and identify opportunities to add value to what they’re already producing or expand into new product areas to meet market demand. We believe connections are critical in what we do – people connect to each other and to market systems – these are vital for improving our sustained growth model. While subsistence provides goods and nutrition for the time being, an active marketplace creates incomes, savings, education, employment and opportunities for communities to retain their people, develop new skills and increase earning potential. With a living income, people can be even more productive actors in growing their own local economy.

Examples of items to purchase include:

Goat - $120                           Flock of Ducks - $20

Heifer - $500                         Honey Bees - $30

Flock of Chicks - $20            Pair of Cattle - $1000

Sheep - $120

Alpaca - $150

Pig - $120

Gift of Clean Water - $300




Mark your Calendar for these Future Dates:

February 12 – “Soup”er Bowl Lunch

February 22 – Ash Wednesday

February 25 – Men’s Breakfast – 8 AM



ANNOUNCEMENTS – January 15, 2023

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman, Pam Kyhl,

Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers)

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Food Bank Changes

Due to the government cuts and guidelines, we are no long able to get food from the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.  The Ad Council has decided to continue our food pantry supported by our church family, the community, and area church’s donations.  We believe this is an important mission that our church does, we will be called the New Hartford Community Food Pantry.

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

January Theme – Toilet Paper

 

January 15 - Adult Sunday School 8:00 AM

January 15 – Lion’s Omelet Breakfast

January 18 – Evening Circle 6:00 PM, Ad Council 7:00 PM

Men’s Breakfast – January 28 – 8:00 AM

 

Testimonial

We are excited to have Britt Truex share his testimonial during church on Sunday, January 29.  Please join us as we support Britt as he shares his journey with Chris

Church Conference Timeline

The Ad Council has developed this timeline for you, as members of our church family, to gather information, process this endeavor, and as an opportunity to have your questions answered and your voice heard.  If, at any time, you have questions, please contact anyone on the Ad Council.

 

Round Table Discussions – we will hold two round table discussions, each will be about 30 minutes of small group discussion and then about 30 minutes to share out, express ideas, and ask further questions.  We encourage this to not become a debate session, but just an opportunity for all who wish to share their thoughts.

Round Table 1 – January 29 – following fellowship from 10:30-11:30

Round Table 2 – February 1 – 6:30-7:30 PM

*Please note that if you are unable to attend in person, Michael Schmitz has offered to coordinate ZOOM so that you can attend from home. If this is something you are interested in, please contact Sandy Becker or the church office, 24 hours prior to the round table of your choice.

 

Church Conference – February 12 – 3:00 PM

At this time the final vote will be taken for affiliation or disaffiliation with the United Methodist.  Please note, that in order to vote you must be present at the conference. Unfortunately, there will be no absentee ballots. This is not our rule, this is the rule of the United Methodist Conference.

Information

1.       We will continue to make articles, websites, etc. available for your reading as it comes to our attention.

2.       We will have a condensed information sheet and financial status and obligation available after the January 18, ad council meeting.

3.       If you have any information that you feel is pertinent, please share it as well.

4.       All information will be available on the church lobby table.

Disaffiliation

In the event that we vote to disaffiliate, this is the timeline that will be adhered to:

February 15 – Conference will have final obligations (payment) to us

April 1 – Deadline for Disaffiliation Agreement submitted by our lawyer

(Date?) Annual Conference must vote on Disaffiliation

June 23 – Payment to the conference must be received

June 30 – Disaffiliation would be effective after the Annual Conference’s ratification.



ANNOUNCEMENTS – December 25, 2022

Christmas Day

Please keep the following people in y our prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman, Pam Kyhl

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

December Theme – Kleenex

 

January 1 - Adult Sunday School 8:00 AM

 

Men’s Breakfast

There will be no men’s breakfast in December due to the holiday schedule. The breakfast will resume on January 28. Contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have any questions.

Coin Tube Mission – Compassion Fund

Our mission project for this month will be the church’s compassion fund. This fund is used in assisting people with gas cards, heating bills, water bills, etc.

 

 

Christmas Eve Service – 7:00 PM

Please join us on Saturday, December 24, for the Christmas Eve Service. We will celebrate with the Lord’s Supper, special music, and candlelight at the service.

Christmas Day Fellowship

Please join us Christmas Day for cookies and coffee prior to the service from 8:15 – 9:00 AM. There will be no fellowship following the service.  We hope to see you as we celebrate the birth of our Savior.

Christmas Pies for Sale

The Splash Pad and Park Renovation committee will be sponsoring a Pie Sale. We will be selling pumpkin, cherry, apple, and apple crunch pies. Cost for the pies are $15 each or two for $25, and are ready for pick up. Contact Sandy Becker if you would like to buy a pie or have any questions.

Letter of Intent

After the results of the poll, the Ad Council has decided to send our letter of intent to disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church. Please note that this is a letter of intent, there still will be a final vote and several opportunities for round table discussions regarding this matter before a final decision is made.  Look for more information coming in January.

IMPORTANT Announcement – Weekly Newsletters

Due to the rising cost of postage, we will be reevaluating our weekly newsletter.  Please let us know if you would like to continue to have the weekly newsletter sent to you. If we do not hear from you, we will assume you no longer wish to receive the weekly newsletter effective January 1. Weekly newsletters will continue to be emailed as well. If you would like to continue to receive the newsletter please contact Sandy or leave a message on the church phone. Thank you

Thank You

A big thank to you to Thrivent Financial for donating a gift card to buy gifts for Adopt A Family. Also, thank you to the Dike-New Hartford FFA for their donation of 12 Christmas food boxes and pork loins.  Adopt A Family items and boxes were distributed last Saturday and Monday to many smiling faces. Thank you to everyone who contributed.


ANNOUNCEMENTS – December 18, 2022

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman, Pam Kyhl

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Happy 80th Birthday, Bev, December 9. Happy 85th Birthday, Herk, December!

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

December Theme – Kleenex

December 18 - Adult Sunday School 8:00 AM

 

Men’s Breakfast

There will be no men’s breakfast in December due to the holiday schedule. The breakfast will resume on January 28. Contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have any questions.

 

New Coin Tube Mission – Compassion Fund

Our new mission project for this month will be the church’s compassion fund. This fund is used in assisting people with gas cards, heating bills, water bills, etc.

Christmas Eve Service – 7:00 PM

Pastor is looking for people to share with us their own Christmas story as part of the Christmas Eve worship. Additionally, Pastor is looking for a family, group, or individual who will make the Christmas Eve worship even more joyful with special music in voice or instrument. Please let Pastor Chan or Sandy know if you would like to share by December 20. We will celebrate with the Lord’s Supper and candlelight at the service.

Christmas Pies for Sale

The Splash Pad and Park Renovation committee will be sponsoring a Pie Sale. We will be selling pumpkin, cherry, apple, and apple crunch pies. Cost for the pies are $15 each or two for $25, and are ready for pick up. Apple, apple crunch and cherry (frozen) will be take and bake; pumpkin will baked and frozen.   Contact Sandy Becker or Shawna Hagen at the city hall if you would like to buy a pie or have any questions.

New Coin Tube Mission – Compassion Fund

Our new mission project for this month will be the church’s compassion fund. This fund is used in assisting people with gas cards, heating bills, water bills, etc.

Letter of Intent

After the results of the poll, the Ad Council has decided to send our letter of intent to disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church. Please note that this is a letter of intent, there still will be a final vote and several opportunities for round table discussions regarding this matter before a final decision is made.  Look for more information coming in January.

 

IMPORTANT Announcement – Weekly Newsletters

Due to the rising cost of postage, we will be reevaluating our weekly newsletter.  Please let us know if you would like to continue to have the weekly newsletter sent to you. If we do not hear from you, we will assume you no longer wish to receive the weekly newsletter effective January 1. Weekly newsletters will continue to be emailed as well. If you would like to continue to receive the newsletter please contact Sandy or leave a message on the church phone. Thank you


DECEMBER 11, 2022                    ANNOUNCEMENTS



Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas,  Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman, Bonnie Koop, Pam Kyhl

 

December Food Pantry Theme - Kleenex

 

Christmas Eve Service – 7:00 PM

Pastor is looking for people to share with us their own Christmas story as part of the Christmas Eve worship. Additionally, Pastor is looking for a family, group, or individual who will make Christmas Eve worship even more joyful with special music in voice or instrument. Please let Pastor Chan or Sandy know if you would like to share.

 

December 14 – Evening Circle Goody Plate/Soup Delivery,

Begin 5:00 PM

December 14 – Youth Group Christmas Caroling

6:00 PM, Meet at the Church; Everyone Welcome to join!

 

No Lion’s Omelet Breakfast or Men’s Breakfast in December

 

The New Hartford United Methodist Church is a church that serves Jesus and spreads the word and love of God in worship, Sunday School and outreaches into the community and the world. Our goals are to make disciples and grow in

discipleship.

 

Ministers: All Members of Our Church         Administrative Assistant: Sandy Becker

Pastor: Chan Gok Kim                                   Sandy’s Cell: 319-269-4138

Office Phone: 319-983-2322                     CCLI#2735690

Email: newhartumc@q.com

 


Global Methodist Information and Other Articles


Website:

https://globalmethodist.org/launch-information/

(Global Methodist Church Website – tons of information you can navigate through)


Articles:

https://goodnewsmag.org/reasons-for-affiliating-with-the-global-methodist-church/

(Reasons for Affiliating with the GMC)


https://peopleneedjesus.net/2021/11/15/five-lousy-reasons-to-align-with-the-global-methodist-church/

(Five Lousy Reasons to Align with GMC)


https://peopleneedjesus.net/2021/11/15/five-good-reasons-to-consider-aligning-with-the-global-methodist-church/

(Five Good Reasons to Consider Aligning with the GMC)


https://www.stayumc.com/concerns/

(Stay UMC)


https://hackingchristianity.net/2022/08/why-churches-choose-to-disaffiliate-rather-than-joining-the-gmc.html

(Why Are Disaffiliating Churches choosing to go Solo rather than join GMC?)


https://www.thewoodlandsumc.org/affiliation-theology/doctrine-spirit-and-discipline

(Why I Believe we must leave the UMC) Additionally comments at the end of the article from others.


https://faithisland.org/faith/5-reasons-you-need-a-strong-church-community/

(5 Reasons you need a strong community church)



Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0SGNC0DZMs

(Introduction to the Global Methodist Church)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nk3ktXX6g0Q

(Informational interview on the Global Methodist Church)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9tnPAbaVW4

(Ten reasons to consider the Global Methodist Church)



ANNOUNCEMENTS Dec. 4.docx
December Newsletter.docx

ANNOUNCEMENTS – November 6, 2022

Remember to set your clocks back!

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 


November Theme – Spaghetti, Chili Beans, Crackers


Communion will be moved to November 13, due to the fall dinner.


Adult Sunday School –November 6 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “Self-Control”


Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will meet again on November 7, 

6:00 PM.


Fall Mission Project

Thank you to everyone who donated for pigs and blankets, made school kits, and donated funds. Bev will deliver our donations to Cedar Falls on Saturday, November 5.



New Mission Project – Adopt A Family

Each year our church helps several families in need. We will be collecting funds for this project through the month of November.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022, Serving 10:30-12:30, tickets at the door $9,Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts; Drive-Up or Dine In.


November/December Upper Room Devotionals are available in the church lobby or contact Sandy.


Pie Sale

The Splash Pad and Park Renovation Committee will once again be selling Thanksgiving pies (cherry, apple, pumpkin). Pies will be ready for pick up on November 19. See Sandy for details, order forms available at the church.


Upcoming Dates for the Calendar!

November 8 – Remember to Vote

November 16 – Evening Circle & Ad Council

December 11 – Children’s Christmas Program & Bible Presentation



November Newsletter.pdf

ANNOUNCEMENTS –October 23, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kali & Theodore Kyhl, Randy Johnson, Pat Nieman, all farmers

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

October Theme – Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Kleenex

 

October is Pastor Appreciation Month

 

Adult Sunday School – October 23 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “Faithfulness”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will meet again on October 24,

6:00 PM.

 

October 29 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

 

 

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each. In Gathering items will be delivered on November 5.

Fall Dinner – Help Needed

We are still in need of some items: pies, angel food cakes, celery, sour cream, people to roast turkeys, and workers. Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far. Please let Sandy Becker know if you are able to provide any of the above.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022, Serving 10:30-12:30,  Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9,Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts; Drive-Up or Dine In

*Advanced ticket sales end NOV. 3

 

Charge Conference Booklets

If you would like a booklet with our goals, budget, etc., for next year, they will be available in the church lobby or contact Sandy if you would like a copy.

 

October/November Upper Room Devotionals are available in the church lobby or contact Sandy.

 

October 26 through November 1 Pastor will be on vacation.

*Please note there will be no weekly newsletter next week. We will mail out the November Newsletter toward the end of the week.

 

Pie Sale

The Splash Pad and Park Renovation Committee will once again be selling Thanksgiving pies (cherry, apple, pumpkin). Pies will be ready for pick up on November 19. See Sandy for details, order forms available at the church.


ANNOUNCEMENTS –October 16, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Kali & Theodore Kyhl, Randy Johnson

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

October Theme – Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Kleenex

 

Adult Sunday School – October 23 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “Goodness”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will meet again on October 24,

6:00 PM.

 

October 29 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

October 19

Evening Circle -6:00 PM, Ad Council – 7:00 PM

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available at church. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker. We are still in need of many items and people to roast turkeys. Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Serving 10:30-12:30

Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9

Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In

 

Lion’s Omelet Breakfast October 16 – 7:30-11:30 AM

 

Affiliation/Disaffiliation Worksheets

Reminder that we would like information gathering sheets and questions in regards to affiliation/disaffiliation back by October 16. We will be compiling all information into one document to share with the congregation/membership. Remember no names are necessary, if you would like something specific answered, please contact Pastor Chan. *Information is still available in the church office.

 

Charge Conference Booklets

Charge Conference was held last Sunday evening in Waverly. We had five in attendance from our church family. If you would like a booklet with our goals, budget, etc., for next year, they will be available in the church lobby or contact Sandy if you would like a copy.


ANNOUNCEMENTS –October 9, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Kali & Theodore Kyhl, Randy Johnson, Family of Dixie Johnson, Kim Manley’s granddaughter

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

October Theme – Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Kleenex

 

Charge Conference

Charge Conference will be held on October 9, Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, 5:30 PM. If you would like a copy of the Charge Conference booklet, please let Sandy know. There will be a few available in the church lobby.

 

Adult Sunday School – October 9 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “Kindness.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will meet again on October 10,

6:00 PM.

October 29 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

October 19

Evening Circle -6:00 PM, Ad Council – 7:00 PM

 

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available at church. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Serving 10:30-12:30

Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9

Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In

 

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

 

Reminder that we would like information gathering sheet in regards to affiliation/disaffiliation back by October 16.


ANNOUNCEMENTS –October 2, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Kali & Theodore Kyhl, Randy Johnson, Dixie Johnson, Kim Manley’s granddaughter

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

October Theme – Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Kleenex

 

Adult Sunday School – October 9 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “patience.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will meet again on October 10,

6:00 PM.

October 29 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

 

Pumpkin Festival – October 1 - Packwaukee Park 11:00-2:30

Join us for Kid’s Activities, Farmers & Craft Market, Games in the Park, Silent Auction, All American Food, Citizen Awards, Pumpkin Giveaway

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Christopher and Kali Kyhl on the birth of Theodore Paul, September 22. Congratulations to grandparents, Curt and Lorie Kyhl and great-grandparents, Howard and Pam Kyhl!

 

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available at church. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Serving 10:30-12:30

Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9

Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In

 

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

 

Reminder that we would like information gathering sheet in regards to affiliation/disaffiliation back by October 16.


Administrative Council Meeting, September 21, 2022

 

 

Attendance: Steve Moore, Pastor Chan Kim, Ron Lichtneger, Denise LeBahn, Denise Gibbs, Carolyn Scobee, Rhonda Shaw, Sandy Becker

 

The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.

 

Minutes for August Meeting: Minutes approved

 

Lay Leader: Discussion of a few minor changes in fellowship hall rental agreement. Firemen have asked to hold Mental Health and Suicide Prevention discussion sponsored by Pathways in the fellowship hall.

 

Finance: Our giving is down, we are short for the month. Meeting will be held with Eva to align finances.

 

Endowment:  A new CD was purchased last month.

 

Youth: Approval of new leaders, Blaine & Josie Becker.

 

SPRC: Joint meeting with Parkersburg SPPRC on Wednesday, September 28, 6:00 PM.

 

Missions (Food Pantry): Dianna Bass is continuing to serve food bank in Bev’s absence. October theme will be paper products.

 

Circle of Friends: No report

 

Evening Circle: Organizational Meeting will be held September 21 at 6:00 PM. Discussed several service projects including Mother/Daughter Tea in April.

 

Memorials:  Nothing to report.

 

Trustees: No report

 

Christian Education: Sunday School has begun for both adults and children. We have a great group of teachers and each week is a specific theme: Love, Joy, Peace, etc. Bible Presentation will be scheduled in the near future.

 

Pastor’s Report: October 9, will be the Charge Conference at Trinity UM Church in Waverly, 5:30 PM.

 

Old Business: Rhonda is looking into church credit card situation.

 

New Business: Fall Dinner set for Nov. 6, discussion of affiliation or disaffiliation church family process, discussion of paying pianist (this will need to be approved by SPPRC).

 

 

Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, October 19, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker

 

 

 

What we do, not attend, in our worship

 

The faithful brothers and sisters in Christ,

May the kindness of God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ bless you and give you peace (Colossians 1:2).

 

In June 2011, Joy and I went to Nigeria with other short-term mission teams from the Iowa-Nigeria Partnership at the Iowa Annual Conference. On the first Sunday of that mission trip, we attended a Sunday service at a local church in the United Methodist Church in Nigeria. It was very impressive to me. It was very hot in mid-June, and a large congregation of over three hundred people gathered in the sanctuary. The highlight was special music called 'Special Number'. After reading the scriptures and before the sermon, children, youth, mission teams, women's groups (or men's groups), and choirs performed special music. They sang along with instruments such as their drums. Their songs and dances were getting faster and louder, and after an enthusiastic climax, their 'special number' was over. Men's groups sang but never danced. That Sunday worship service ended two and a half hours after it started.

 

The “Christ United Methodist Church” in Honolulu, Hawaii is the first Korean church established in the United States by Koreans who immigrated to Hawaii in 1902. They have a 'Dawn Prayer Service' at 5:30 am on Monday-Saturday, a 'Wednesday Service' at 7 pm on Wednesday, a 'Friday Prayer Meeting' on the first Friday of every month, and 7:00 am, 9:00 am and 11:15 am on Sundays. There are 'Sunday Worships' for young people who speak English at 11:15 and at 2 pm in Korean. Not all Korean churches in the United States do this, and it depends on the size of the church and the circumstances. In most North American Korean churches, parents and children worship separately, transcending denominations. From Kindergarten to University age services, they are often taught in English.

 

Our basic worship pattern is found on page 2 of The United Methodist Hymn. It has four simple parts: The Entrance, Proclamation and Response, Thanksgiving and Communion, and Sending Forth.[1]  We have a basic pattern of Sunday worship as a member of The United Methodist Church, but the worship services of Korean Americans, African Americans, Spanish Americans, and Caucasians all have their own characteristics. Why do congregations stand or sit during Sunday worship? I don't think this is simply giving people a chance to stretch their legs. It has more to do with some of the reasons below.  Standing implies an attitude of respect. Men will often stand when a woman joins the group. Congress stands when the President of the United States joins the Congress for the State of the Union address. Standing implies an attitude of reverence and honor, as standing for the national anthem or pledge of allegiance, the entrance of the bride at her wedding, or when a flag-draped coffin passes in a military cortege. We stand in worship: the call to worship, choral and congregational singing, prayers, Psalm or responsive reading, the exchange of peace, Doxology and Gloria Patri, and benediction. Some congregations stand for the reading of the gospel lesson. [2]

 

Each week, my sermons draw from Gospel of the lectionary readings for the day. The lectionary is a three-year cycle of readings - one from the Old Testament, one from the Psalms, one from an Epistle or Letter of the New Testament, and a reading from one of the Gospels. I believe following the lectionary forces us to hear parts of Scripture in worship we might otherwise avoid, and you will discover that over time, you will become more and more familiar with the story of salvation in the Bible. As United Methodists, we celebrate two sacraments: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper. We believe that both these sacraments are means by which God’s grace is given to us. We have Holy Communion on the first Sunday of every month. This combination of 'Word and Table' was the pattern clearly accepted when Luke wrote Emmaus' account in Luke 24:13-35. Anyone seeking God’s grace is welcome at our table.[3]

 

While the forms and patterns of worship may vary, there are some things we should keep in mind. The Danish theologian, Soren Kierkegaard, compared worship with going to the theater. He said that, for many Christians, going to worship was like going to see a play. They decided which show to see, dressed properly, arrived on time, were ushered to their seats, and waited for the show to begin. They were part of the audience that watched the performers - clergy, acolytes, musicians, and ushers - put on the play. At some time, they could expect to pay for admission - usually during intermission. After the play, they had dinner, went home, evaluated the performance, and decided whether to return to that theater or look for another. Then Kierkegaard asked, “Where is God in all of this?” The performers can put on a good show without God. Often, God is not the focus of attention. Sometimes, God is not even mentioned [4]

 

Worship is not something that we attend and watch, it is something that we DO. Here are some of our core convictions about worship: Worship is first and foremost about God. I invite you to come and worship with us and discover God’s presence and power in your life, as well as to open yourself to hearing God’s call to service and action.

 

Many Blessings!!

9/26/2022 Chan, your little servant


[1] https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/the-basic-pattern-of-worship

[2] https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/worship-posture

[3] https://www.umnews.org/en/news/walking-with-christ-do-you-know-the-way-to-emmaus

[4] https://www.umnews.org/en/news/what-does-contemporary-worship-really-mean

 

 

 

Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – October 16, 7:30-11:00

 

New Hartford Pumpkin Festival – October 1- Packwaukee Park

11:00 – 2:00 Silent Auction, All American Food, Farmers’ Market, Flea and Craft Sale, Cornhole Bags,

Pickleball Yard Game, Apples/Caramel sponsored by Peoples Savings Bank

Kids’ Activities: horse rides, small pumpkin decorating, kids’ games & crafts, walking animal balloons, Halloween tattoos

12:00 Annual Kubb Tournament (call City Hall to sign-up)

1:00 Aircare Helicopter lands

2:00 Community Awards (free cookies and coffee following ceremony)

2:00 Silent Auction closes – items can be picked up AFTER community awards

2:15 Children’s Costume Parade (prizes for all participants 6th grade and under)

Pumpkin Giveaway – After costume parade until pumpkins are gone (6th grade and under)

*In the event of inclement weather, activities will be moved to the Lions Club building

*All proceeds from the festival will go to the Splash Pad and Park Renovation Project

 

Splash Pad & Park Renovation Fundraisers

   The Fall Festival will host two major events that will directly benefit the Splash Pad and Park Renovation.  The first will be the All American Concession Stand with hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches, hot chocolate and cider, homemade bars, chips, and other yummy treats!  The second event will be our Silent Auction and Pie Auction.  We are featuring many baskets filled with goodies, Iowa Hawkeye gear, antique secretary's roll top desk from the old City Hall, two antique porcelain bed pans, an old spitoon, metal flowers coated and glazed with car paint, homemade pies,Tupperware and much more! Bidding begins at 11:00 and closes at 2:00 PM. All items can be picked up after the Community Awards. We hope you can join us to support this event!

 

Happy October Birthday!

                      Vila Ahrenholz          1

                      Halli Poock                2

                      Bud DeBuhr              4

                      Trista Metz               6

                      John Smith                8

                      Pat Nieman               9

                      Greg Schmitz           10

                      Jacob Wood             10

                      Barry Cuvelier          16

                      Steve Koop               17

                      Mary Beth Wood    17

                      Drew Becker            23

                      Joyce Smith              27

                      Luc DePriest             28

                      Sandra Bass              30

Happy Anniversary

                          Drew & Devin Becker   5

                          Russ & Rita Truex            21

                          Brad & Kobey Swarts  27

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.

 

 

October Musicians

                       October 2: Lisa Schmitz

                       October 9: Karen Nielsen

                       October 16: Karen Nielsen 

                       October 23:  Lisa Schmitz

                          October 30: Lisa Schmitz

                  

October Lay Readers

October 2: Sue Considine

October 9: Ron Lichtneger

October 16: Carolyn Scobee

October 23: Chris Considine

October 30: Denise LeBahn

 

 

October Ushers

Moore Family

 

October Hospitality Committee

Sue Considine, Chair – 939-1722

Bonnie Koop – 983-2351

 Robin Cole – 240-0035

 Lisa Schmitz – 231-9468

 

October Fellowship

October 2 : Denise Gibbs & Denise LeBahn

October 9: Joyce Smith

October 16: Carolyn Scobee & Ron Lichtneger

October 23: Angie & Steve Koop

October 30: Birthday Sunday/October Committee

 

October Sunday School

Adult Sunday School: October 9 & 23

Children’s Sunday School Schedule:

October 2 – Jean Eich (Patience)

October 9 – Katie & Denise LeBahn (Kindness)

October 16 – Jean Eich (Goodness)

October 23 – Casie Bass & Kiley Kyhl (Faithfulness)

October 30 – Sue Consdine (Gentleness)

*Grace Wood – Kdg./Nursery throughout the month

 

Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

 

September Collections

September 4: $1705.00

September 11: $1625.00

September 18: $464.00

September 25: $

 

Mission Minutes

October Food Pantry Theme

Paper Products: toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towels

Coin Tube Update: We are collecting the fall In-Gathering

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

 

 

Church News

 

New Youth Leaders

We are excited to announce our new youth leaders, Blaine & Josie Becker. Michael and Lindsey Schmitz will also be helping with the youth. We look forward to seeing all the new plans they have for our youth!

 

Men’s Breakfast

Breakfast will be Saturday, October 29, 8:00 AM. Join us for food and fellowship. If you have questions, contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs. Everyone welcome!

 

Evening Circle

Evening Circle will meet at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 19, at the church. Activities include service projects throughout the year and the Mother/Daughter Tea on April 23. Evening Circle will provide cookies/snacks for the Mental Health meeting on October 12, sponsored by the Firemen.

They will also provide some “extra” cookies in the freezer for Sunday fellowships that might not be covered. Additionally, this group will assist families during funeral visitations held at the church. If you are unable to make the meetings, but would like to help with projects, we want to include everyone!

 

Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church). The devotionals are free of charge and have some wonderful devotions.

Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, 5:30 PM. Thank you to everyone who completed forms in preparation for our Charge Conference meeting.

 

Monday Evening Bible Study

Monday Evening Bible Study began on Monday,

September 26. This group is studying Max Lucado’s book also, Grace, More than We Deserve, Greater than We Imagine. This group will meet on October 10 & 24, 6:00 PM at the church. Contact Denise Gibbs if you would still like to join!

 

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available at church. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Serving 10:30-12:30

Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9

Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In

 

Affiliation/Disaffiliation

We continue to work through the materials provided about affiliation and disaffiliation with the United Methodist Church in regards to Annual Conference possible preferences. Please have worksheets with questions and information gathering into the church by Sunday, October 16. Further information is available at the church or contact the church office.

 






New Hartford United Methodist Church

Drive-Up Or Dine-In Fall Dinner 2022

Sunday, November 6

Delivered to your car or Dine-In at the Church

 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Serving: ham, turkey, cheesy potatoes, green beans, bread, relishes, pie and other desserts

(Tickets can be purchased at the New Hartford City Hall, New Hartford Public Library, Email newhartumc@q.com, or contact/text Sandy Becker: 319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com)

Advanced Ticket Sale Begins Oct. 9 and Ends Nov. 3

Advanced Tickets $8.00

Day of Event Tickets $9.00


ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 25, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

September Theme - Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Fabric Softener

 

Adult Sunday School – September 25 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “peace.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will begin on Monday, September 26, 6:00 PM at the church.  This group will meet every other Monday. If you would still like to join or have questions, please contact

Denise Gibbs (269-6043).

September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available beginning Sunday, September 25, at church. More information to follow.

Silent Auction and Pie Auction

There will be a silent auction and pie auction held at the Fall Festival in New Hartford on October 1.  We are looking for items for the silent auction and pie bakers for a pie auction. There will be forms available at church if you would like to donate. We would like to have all donations registered. All proceeds will go to the splash pad/park renovations.

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

 

Happy 80th Birthday, Karen Campbell (September 17)!

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 18, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

September Theme - Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Fabric Softener

 

Adult Sunday School – Sunday, September 25, 8:00-9:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “Joy.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will begin on Monday, September 26, 6:00 PM at the church.  This group will meet every other Monday. If you would still like to join or have questions, please contact

Denise Gibbs (269-6043).

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Colin & Kayla (Kyhl) Hubbard on the arrival of their daughter, Hailey Marie, on September 8. Hailey weighted 8 lbs. 12 oz. and was 21 inches long. Congratulations to grandparents, Curt & Lorie Kyhl and great-grandparents, Howard & Pam Kyhl!

 

September 21 – Evening Circle Organizational Meeting

6:00 PM at the Church

 

September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

 

Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

 

Silent Auction and Pie Auction

There will be a silent auction and pie auction held at the Fall Festival in New Hartford on October 1.  We are looking for items for the silent auction and pie bakers for a pie auction. There will be forms available at church if you would like to donate. We would like to have all donations registered by September 19. All proceeds will go to the splash pad/park renovations.

 

September 18 – Lions’ Omelet Breakfast


ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 13, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 


September Theme - Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Fabric Softener


September 11 – First Sunday of Sunday School!!

 

Adult Sunday School 8:00-9:00 AM

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

(Nursery through 6th Grade)



September 12 – Bible Study Organizational Meeting

Village Inn, Cedar Falls, 6:00 PM, please RSVP to 

Denise Gibbs (269-6043) if you plan to attend.


September 21 – Evening Circle Organizational Meeting

6:00 PM at the Church


September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.


Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.

Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church).


Fall In Gathering

Our new coin tube and church mission will be to gather funds for the annual Fall In Gathering.  Wool blankets can be purchased for $10, school kits are being put together, pigs can be purchased, and all funds will go towards this mission. Items and monetary donations will be taken to the In Gathering in Cedar Falls in November.


Silent Auction and Pie Auction

There will be a silent auction and pie auction held at the Fall Festival in New Hartford on October 1.  We are looking for items for the silent auction and pie bakers for a pie auction. There will be forms available at church if you would like to donate. We would like to have all donations registered by September 15. All proceeds will go to the splash pad/park rennovations.



ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 4, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Bonnie Koop

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue

 

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

September Theme - Laundry Detergent

 

September 11 – First Sunday of Sunday School!!

 

Adult Sunday School 8:00-9:00 AM

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

(Nursery through 6th Grade)

 

September 12 – Bible Study Organizational Meeting

Village Inn, Cedar Falls, 6:00 PM, please RSVP to

Denise Gibbs (269-6043) if you plan to attend.

 

September 21 – Evening Circle Organizational Meeting

6:00 PM at the Church

 

September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship!

 

Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.

 

Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church).


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September Newsletter

Administrative Council Meeting, August 17, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Pastor Chan Kim, Ron Lichtneger, Denise LeBahn, Denise Gibbs, Carolyn Scobee, Lara Kyhl, Sandy Becker


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Steve.


Minutes for June/July Meeting: Minutes approved


Lay Leader: Thank you to the ladies who have served funerals. Discussion of community Wings/Jams groups that will be held in Dike Community Bldg. Report on refrigerator break down and repair.


Finance: New CD was purchased, $2000 short for July budget.


Endowment:  No report.


Youth: Looking for new youth leader(s). Discussion of advertising at UNI or Wartburg for college student to lead meetings with parents chaperoning. Lara volunteered to mentor new leader(s). 


SPRC: No report


Missions (Food Pantry): Dianna Bass is continuing to serve food bank in Bev’s absence.


Circle of Friends: No report


Evening Circle: Organizational Meeting will be held September 21 at 6:00 PM.


Memorials:  Jeff & Denise Gibbs planted bushes on north side of church and replaced damaged tree in memory of Roy & Verna Gibbs.


Trustees: No report


Christian Education: Sunday School will begin for children and adults on September 11. We have 4-5 people/groups that will rotate through teaching Sunday School for the children.


Pastor’s Report: Attended Quilt of Valor Ceremony and gave opening and closing prayers. Charge Conference will be October 9. Will be gone on vacation August 22-28 and October 24-30.


Old Business: 


New Business: Handle on north door loose. Will need replaced. Discussed credit card for purchases of office, janitorial, and kitchen supplies (Rhonda and Carolyn will check into this).  Sandy will have Charge Conference Forms to Committee chairmen by September 1.



Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker 



O Lord, how long shall we continue to keep the division on the Korean Peninsula?

When will peace come to the painful and broken land of Korea?

When will the South and the North lay down the weapons aimed at each other, hold each other’s hand, and sing a song of peace?

When will you lift the thick shadow of division?


O Lord, we have been living in pain of division for a long time.

Following the brotherly Korean War with its incalculable number of deaths, countless families were separated by the war and many people lost their livelihood.

The forces of the division system are the major stumbling blocks in the path toward peace and reunification while military tensions are rising on the Korean Peninsula in the midst of mistrust.

Our hearts break when we look at the rusty barbed wire.

O Lord, grant your healing grace to those suffering from the wounds of division.


On August 7th, at 2pm, an event was held at the Veterans Park in New Hartford. It was a gathering to present the 'Quilt of Valor' to the veterans in this town, and I was asked to give the opening prayer and blessing as pastor of New Hartford United Methodist Church. I arrived around 1:45 and the women had already put the quilts on the table, and people of all ages including children were gathering like a cloud. Veterans who participated in the Korean War, Vietnam War, Afghanistan, and Iraq war gathered on the stage. It started with the members of the honor guard marching with the Stars and Stripes flag in front. It started to rain, but no one moved. Each of the veterans was called by name and given a 'quilt of valor'. Among them, Laverne Becker, a member of my church, was a veteran of the Korean War. One of my New Hartford church members, Larry Bass, a Vietnam War veteran, is struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder. As a Korean American, and as a pastor, I thank them, and this event was an honor for me as well.


“May God grant us peace not war, love not hate!” Amen.


Chan Kim, your little servant.


Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – September 18

    Lions’ Omelet Breakfast will resume in September. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Thank you to our Lions’ Club for providing this community gathering and for their continued support of our community.

New Hartford Fall Festival – October 1

Festivities begin at 11:00 a.m. 

Join in the fun for craft and vendor booths, children’s costume parade, All American foods, Community Awards, Silent Auction and much more!!

Silent Auction & Pie Auction during Fall Festival

If you would like to donate an item or a pie for the silent auction, please contact Sandy Becker by September 15. All proceeds will be used to fund the splash pad area.


Happy September Birthday!

                         Karen Nielsen               3

                         Tate Grant                    3

                         Luke Becker                  5

                         Rhonda Shaw               5

                         Kobey Swarts               5

                         Skye Dennis                  8

                         Donna Payne               10

                         Carla Everts                 15

                         Lorie Kyhl                     15

                         Robin Cole                   16

                         Jessica DePriest          18

                         Greg Gerloff                20

                         Devin Becker               20

                         Larry Bass                    27

                         Sandy Becker              28

                         Alexa Schmitz             30

                         Josie Becker                30

Happy Anniversary

Michael & Lindsey Schmitz    1

                    Jeff & Denise Gibbs                 4

                    Terry & Jan Simcox                  5

Bryan & MaryBeth Wood     18

                    Herluf & Loris Prostine          19

                    Luke & Hannah Becker          26

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.



September Musicians

                          September 4: Audio

                          September 11: Karen Nielsen

                          September 18:  Audio

                          September 25: Lisa Schmitz

                      

September Lay Readers

September 4: Kim Manley

September 11: Sandy Becker

September 18: Lara Kyhl

September 25: Sue Considine



September Usher

Jerry Nielsen


September Hospitality Committee

Rhonda Shaw, Chair – 239-5508

Bev Maas – 983-2826

MaryBeth Wood – 230-7749

Dawn Cornelius – 939-3380


September Fellowship

September 4 : Coffee/Juice

September 11: Pat Moore & Barb Latwesen

September 18: Michael & Lindsey Schmitz

September 25: Birthday Sunday/September Committee


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00


August Collections

August 7: $1384.00

August 14: $1078.00

August 21: $ no count

August 28: $


Mission Minutes

September Food Pantry Theme 

Laundry Detergent

We received and several items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We are collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 



 


Church News


Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue.


Men’s Breakfast

Men’s Breakfast will begin again in September. Our first breakfast will be Saturday, September 24, 8:00 AM. Join us for food and fellowship. If you have questions, contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs. Everyone welcome!


Bible Study Organizational Meeting

Bible Study To Start!   An organizational dinner meeting for bible study is planned for Monday, September 12th, at 6:00 p.m. at Village Inn, Cedar Falls.  We will discuss the schedule for bible study  (held in the evenings) and picking a book.  Bible study will be led by Di Bass and held at church.  If you plan to attend the organizational meeting, please RSVP via call or text to Denise Gibbs at 269-6043.  Everyone is welcome to attend!


Evening Circle

Evening Circle will hold an organizational meeting on Wednesday, September 21, 6:00 PM. We will be discussing what are best nights for meetings and making plans for the upcoming months.






Sunday School will begin September 11

Sunday School will be starting again!! Join us for Sunday School at 9:00 AM. Classes will be available for children nursery through 6th grade. Everyone is welcome!


Adult Sunday School

Adult Sunday School will begin on September 11. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. Class will begin at 8:00 AM. Join us for coffee and Bible study. (September 11 & 25).


Ad Council

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.


Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church). The devotionals are free of charge and have some wonderful devotions.


 


      S

   LSunday School

Begins

Children 9 AM

Adults 8 AM






ANNOUNCEMENTS – August 21, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Family of Jack Davis, Family of Mike Weichers.

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue


Thank You

Thank you to everyone who donated school supplies for students and classrooms. School supplies were delivered to the school on Thursday for teachers and students in need.


Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 

Food Pantry Theme for August 

 Condiments: Mustard, Ketchup, Ranch Dressing

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Dusty & Isabell Manley on the birth of Daxton Salem on August 7, 2022. Daxton weighed 8 lbs. Congratulations to Grandma, Kim Manley and Great-Grandpa, Ron LIchtneger.


Jack Davis

   Eugene “Jack” Davis, 82, of New Hartford, Iowa, died Thursday, August 11, 2022, at his home in New Hartford.

  Jack was born February 1, 1940, in Toledo, Iowa, the son of William and Zenaide (Hill) Davis. At the age of four his family moved to New Hartford where he would live his entire life, sometimes in town and sometimes in the country. He graduated from New Hartford Community School in 1958. On June 6, 1961, he was united in marriage to Lola (Bogue) Davis in Toledo. To this union four children were born. Jack farmed alongside his father for several years before beginning his career at the University of Northern Iowa. He worked in several capacities there, from the science building and greenhouse to the grounds, West Gym and the UNI Dome. Jack worked tirelessly at UNI and was seen as a tremendous asset to the staff and students. He always went above and beyond to get the job done right. On May 7, 1999, he retired from UNI.

  In retirement Jack enjoyed working in his greenhouse at home and tending to projects around New Hartford. He also enjoyed small engine repair and the antique acres. He was a longtime member of New Hartford United Methodist Church.

  Jack is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lola Davis of New Hartford, four children; Kelly (Kevin) Bolton of New Hartford, Jeffrey (Janice) Davis of New Hartford, Curtis (Melissa) Davis of Plainfield and Harold (Nicole Schomaker) Davis of Nevada, IA, seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren and several niece, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard Davis and a sister, Ada Horn.

  Funeral Services were held at the church on Monday, August 15, at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Chan Kim officiating.


Mark your Calendars!

September 11 – First Day of Sunday School



August Newsletter

Administrative Council Meeting, July 20, 2022

 

 

Attendance: Steve Moore, Pastor Chan Kim, Ron Lichtneger, Rhonda Shaw, Sandy Becker

 

The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.

Due to the fact that we did not have a quorum (7 members), no decisions were voted on. A few reports were given.

 

Minutes for June Meeting: unable to approve due to lack of quorum

 

Lay Leader: Reported that we will have a church picnic on July 24. Shared that Ben Cuvelier will speak in church on July 31, about his mission trip to Uganda.

 

Finance: No report.

 

Endowment:  No report.

 

Youth: No report.

 

SPRC: A meeting was held after church to discuss treasurer situation.

 

Missions (Food Pantry): No report.

 

Circle of Friends: No report

 

Evening Circle: No report

 

Memorials:  No report.

 

Trustees: No report

 

Christian Education: Bible School will be held July 25 & 26, 5:30-7:30

 

Pastor’s Report: Reported visiting

 

Old Business: Color for foyer and hall to north door – Agreeable Gray

 

New Business: Sidewalk/concrete on north side areas that need raised

 

 

Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker

 

 

 No Price Tag”

 

Dear Church Family,

May God's grace and blessings be with you in your family, work, and business!!

 

I started my life in America in 2001. When I went to a gas station in the US and saw the price in dollars per gallon, my head was confused. The United States uses feet, yards, and miles instead of meters (m) as units of length, ounces, and pounds instead of kilograms (kg) as units of weight, and gallons instead of liters (ℓ) as units of volume. That is why it gets complicated when you see prices in dollars per gallon at US gas stations. First, you have to convert gallons to liters, then convert dollars ($) to won (₩) and compare them to won per liter. Anyway, do you remember your gas price 20 years ago? When I was in the Rockville area of ​​Maryland in 2001, it was about $1, 20 to 30 cents a gallon. My church members, who immigrated to the US about 10 years before me, told me, "Pastor Kim, when I first filled up gas at the gas station, it was 99 cents a gallon." Around 2004, when it was over $2 a gallon, in amazement I heard, "Wow! Over $2 a gallon, how could this be?"

 

Time flies, and in 2022, pump prices have skyrocketed for a while. The record high for the average price of gas in Iowa was $4.761 for regular unleaded on June 15th. Over the month of July, gas prices have fallen and fallen. That is obviously good news for drivers in the USA, however the price of gas is still high compared to what it was this time last year. When I fill my tank with gas at the gas station, "Gas price, those numbers I read, are they right? More than $70 for my Kia Sorrento?” I am not oil and gas expert, but every article I have read points to the Russian invasion of Ukraine as the primary reason gas prices are soaring.

 

I do not know how other people or pastors feel, but at least for me, it is tough to talk about money in my sermons or newsletters or in any way. Some of you consider talking about money to be taboo, some just feel uncomfortable with the topic, some barely have money to survive on, and some people have so much money but do not want to part with it. All of these issues keep us from talking about money in the church or within the congregation. Hmmm…. Does any of that sound like what runs through your head every once in a while? We do not always want to admit it, but money sure plays a big role in our lives. Many say it is what makes the world go round. Someone else said, “It doesn’t matter if you’re Black or White… the only color that really matters is green.” Money is a reality of life, but the question is what kind of role does it play? This is, however, one of the issues that we cannot and should not avoid. So, as a Christian, How are you responding to rising food prices, soaring gasoline prices and high inflation? When I hear numbers, statistics or economics, my brain freezes and it's just a number on a piece of paper. I read articles on a Christian site called 'Money and Inflation'. I've come up with a brief article that I understood about inflation and its effects.

We can look at what inflation does with the following example. Suppose a town’s economy is worth one hundred dollars and the price of everything is set against this standard. At no time is there more than one hundred total dollars in circulation: A man in this town owes the bank ten dollars, but he cannot repay the loan, and so he makes a counterfeit ten dollar bill to repay the bank with the fake money. He has just increased the money supply by ten dollars. However, over time, people begin to notice that there are more dollars in circulation than previously thought. Money is now less valuable because it is less scarce, and merchants increase prices to make a living. The increase in the money supply partly leads to inflation.

 

Inflation strongly impacts the poor and the elderly. Older people usually live on fixed incomes, and their purchasing power goes down as the money supply goes up because their currency loses value. Similarly, the poor lose what little purchasing power they already had. So, some have called inflation “the cruelest tax of all.”  The biblical mandate to meet the needs of the orphan and widow is all the more urgent when inflation runs rampant. What should we and can we do on top of everything we can do to encourage government fiscal discipline to protect the vulnerable from inflation?

 

Often the issue is who needs to be helped. There is no price tag attached to knowing God or sharing His love. I would like to share the words of the Bible with you, the true people of God.

“When you are harvesting in your field and you overlook a sheaf, do not go back to get it. Leave it for the foreigner, the fatherless and the widow, so that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands.” (Deuteronomy 24:19 New International Version)

“Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.” (Philippians 2:3-4 New Living Translation)

 

Blessings!!

Chan

Your little servant

 

Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – September 18

There will be no Lions’ Omelet Breakfasts in July or August. Breakfasts will resume in September. Thank you to our Lions’ Club for providing this community gathering and for their continued support of our community.

 

Splash Pad

 If you have driven by Packwaukee Park, you will see that Splash Pad construction is underway! Due to several delays, the project will not be completed until next spring.  Our goals for this summer include finishing plumbing, building construction, concrete work, handicapped parking, updates to concrete and restrooms for handicapped accessibility and fencing.  Next spring we will install equipment, benches, receptacles, signage and planters.  We will plan a GRAND OPENING in May 2023. We can't thank our community enough for all of their support with this project! We will continue with a few fundraisers in order to pay for the increased cost of installation.  If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Becker or Shawna Hagen.

 

Quilts of Valor

Sunday, August 7, 2:00 PM, several members of our community and surrounding communities will receive Quilts of Valor. The Quilts of Valor Foundation has presented 315,804 quilts to veterans.  Our local American Legion Post 660 will be presenting the quilts at the City Gardens Veteran’s Park, in the event of rain the ceremony will be held in the Community Building. The public is invited to attend.  Veterans receiving quilts are: Larry Bass (US Army), Mark Youngberg (US Army E-5), Chad Mackie (US Army Lt. Colonel), Michael Luck (US Army E-4), Tom Ambrose (US Marines E-4), Laverne Becker (US Army Corporal), Lucas Shull (US Marines-Sergeant), Richard Wagner (US Army E-6 Staff Sergeant), and Bob North.  Please join the festivities as we thank these men and their families for their service.


Happy August Birthday!

                         Melissa Dennis           1

                         James (Jr) Cole           3

                         Hudson Schmitz         6

                         Jeff Gibbs                      12

                         Graham Schmitz      15

                         Harold Chapman     18

                         Lane Bass                      20

                         Pam Kyhl                       21

                         Stan Everts               22

                         Michael Schmitz      22

                         Terry Mooty             24

                         Parker Latwesen     24

                         Kevin Kyhl                 29

 

Happy Anniversary

                         Al & Rhonda Shaw               6

                         Randy & Becky Johnson   14

                         Blaine & Josie Becker        28

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.

 

 

August Musicians

                          August 7: Audio

                          August 14: Karen Nielsen

                          August 21:  Karen Nielsen

                          August 28: Audio

                  

 

August Lay Readers

August 7: Denise LeBahn

August 14: Kim Manley

August 21:  Sandy Becker

August 28: Steve Koop

 

 

 

August Ushers

Gary Becker Family

 

August Hospitality Committee

Carolyn Scobee, Chair – 239-7966

Denise Gibbs – 269-6043

Jean Eich – 277-6484

Linda Youngberg – 269-3277

 

August Fellowship

August 7: Angie & Steve Koop

August 14: Sandy Becker & Jean Eich

August 21: Barb Latwesen

August 28: Birthday Sunday/August Committee

 

Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

 

July Collections

July 3: $1,170.00

July 10: $970.00

July 17: $ no count

July 24: $715.00

July 31: $

 

Mission Minutes

August Food Pantry Theme

Condiments: Mustard, Ketchup, Ranch Dressing

We received several pork loins from Iowa Select and several items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We are collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

    

Church News

Church Family Picnic

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Church Family Picnic.  We had a beautiful evening with LOTS of good food. The children enjoyed a scavenger hunt to kick off Bible School.

 

Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up.

Administrative Council

If you are a member of the Ad Council, we need to stress the importance of attendance as much as possible at the council meetings. In order to move forward with decisions we need to have a quorum present.  This voting body would be 7 people. If you are not sure if you are an ad council member, please check with Steve Moore or the bulletin board in the foyer. Thank you.

Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue.

 

School Supplies for Students & Classrooms

The school supply lists are out and there are many supplies needed by students this year.  Bev has taken stock of some of the items we already have.  Below is a list of items that we don’t have many of that students will need. Additionally, there are many items that classrooms need, we will have a collection box by the school supplies and it will be taken to the New Hartford School in early August.

School Supplies                         Classroom Supplies

Crayola Crayons (packs of 24)   Kleenex

Crayola Water Color paints       Disinfectant wipes

2 pocket folders                         Gallon & Sandwich Size

Box of 8-10 Crayola markers         Ziplock bags

Fiskars scissors                      Hand sanitizer

Dry erase markers              Plastic forks & spoons

Yellow #2 pencils                  Bottles of hand soap

Pencil boxes                          Paper plates

Pencil top erasers                      Scotch Tape

Highlighters

Colored Pencils

Fine point black Sharpies

 

Bible School

Monday and Tuesday, July 25 & 26, children learned about the treasures found in the Bible that God leads us to.  We learned about David & Goliath, Jesus and the blind man, we sang songs, made a survival kit, and had tons of fun! Thank you to our Bible School volunteers, Pastor Chan, and those of you who donated supplies and snacks.  It takes many willing hands to make Bible School possible!

 

Preschoolers listening to the story of David & Goliath!

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 


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ANNOUNCEMENTS – July 31, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick,  Loris Prostine, Lynn (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Due to guest speaker this week, there will be no weekly newsletter.


REMINDER!

Ben Cuvelier – Uganda Mission Trip

Please join us on THIS Sunday, July 31, 9:00 AM, as Ben Cuvelier shares with us through photos and words his mission trip to Uganda. Many of our church family supported this mission, and Ben would like to share how the funds were used for the people of Uganda. 


THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR BIBLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS


Meals for Bev

Bev will be coming home from the hospital on Thursday. We would like to plan some small meals for a couple of weeks while she gets back on her feet. A sheet will be passed in church on Sunday or you can contact Sandy Becker to sign up for a date August 1 – August 13.




ANNOUNCEMENTS     JULY 24,   2022

ANNOUNCEMENTS – July 24, 2022


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick,  Loris Prostine, Lynn (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl, Bev Maas

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Bible School – “He Leadeth ME!”

July 24 – Church Family Picnic – 6:00-7:30 PM

We will be hosting a Church Family Picnic at the New Hartford City Park on July 24. EVERYONE is invited, this is NOT just for Bible School. Bring a side dish, if you’d like, your lawn chair(s), yard games, and be ready to have some fun and fellowship. Hot dogs, maidrites, chips, ice cream, and beverage will be provided.


July 25 & 26 Bible School – 5:30-7:30 PM

Come join us for Bible School!! Our theme this year is “He Leadeth Me!” Come along as we hunt for the “treasures” in God’s Word as He leads us on this exciting journey to his LOVE!! There will Bible stories, snacks, crafts, games, singing and MORE!! Children in Preschool through 5th Grade (last school year) are invited to attend. 

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed to help with Bible School, please let Sandy Becker or Jean Eich know if you are able to help.

Ben Cuvelier – Uganda Mission Trip

Please join us on Sunday, July 31, 9:00 AM, as Ben Cuvelier shares with us through photos and words his mission trip to Uganda. Many of our church family supported this mission, and Ben would like to share how the funds were used for the people of Uganda. 


Quilt Presentation

Join in the celebration on August 7, 2:00 PM, at Veteran’s Park in New Hartford as Larry Bass, Viet Nam Veteran, is presented with an Honor Quilt.  The New Hartford American Legion will be presenting the quilt made by the northern Iowa Honor Quilt Foundation.


School Supplies for Students & Classrooms

The school supply lists are out and there are many supplies needed by students this year.  Bev has taken stock of some of the items we already have.  Below is a list of items that we don’t have many of that students will need. Additionally, there are many items that classrooms need, so we will have a collection box by the school supplies and it will be taken to the New Hartford School in August.

School Supplies  Classroom Supplies

Crayola Crayons (packs of 24) Kleenex

Crayola Water Color paints                  Disinfectant wipes

2 pocket folders                                     Gallon & sandwich size Ziplocs

Box of 8-10 Crayola markers Scotch tape   

Fiskars scissors Hand sanitizer

Dry erase markers Plastic forks & spoons

Yellow #2 pencils Bottles of hand soap

Pencil boxes Paper plates

Pencil top erasers

Highlighters

Colored Pencils

Fine point black Sharpies


Food Pantry Theme for July – Paper Towels




ANNOUNCEMENTS – July 17, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick,  Loris Prostine, Lynn (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Bible School – “He Leadeth ME!”

July 24 – Church Family Picnic – 6:00-7:30 PM

We will be hosting a Church Family Picnic at the New Hartford City Park on July 24. Bring a side dish, if you’d like, your lawn chair(s), yard games, and be ready to have some fun and fellowship. Hot dogs, maidrites, chips, ice cream, and beverage will be provided.

 

July 25 & 26 Bible School – 5:30-7:30 PM

Come join us for Bible School!! Our theme this year is “He Leadeth Me!” Come along as we hunt for the “treasures” in God’s Word as He leads us on this exciting journey to his LOVE!! There will Bible stories, snacks, crafts, games, singing and MORE!! Children in Preschool through 5th Grade (last school year) are invited to attend.

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed to help with Bible School, please let Sandy Becker or Jean Eich know if you are able to help.

 

Items Needed for Bible School – Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who donated items and snacks for Bible School.  We appreciate the support of our Church Family!

 

Food Pantry Theme

July – PCaper Towels

 

Congratulations

We take this opportunity to congratulate Tom and Kori Koop on the baptism of Lucy Kay Koop. Lucy’s baptism will be this Sunday, July 17. We are excited to welcome little Lucy to our church family.

 

Upcoming Dates

July 20 – Ad Council (7:00 PM)

July 24 – Church Family Picnic (6-7:30 PM)

July 25 & 26 – Bible School (5:30-7:30 PM)

It was you who set all the boundaries of the earth; you made both summer and winter. (Psalms 74:17)

 


July 3 Announcments 

JULY NEWSLETTER 2022

Administrative Council Meeting, June 15, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Carolyn Scobee, Bev Maas, Pastor Chan Kim, Denise LeBahn, Ron Lichtneger


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Steve Moore.


Minutes for May Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Attendance has remained steady on average. Father’s Day gifts are purchased and will be given out during Children’s Time on Sunday, June 19.


Finance: No report.


Endowment:  No report.


Youth: No report.


SPRC: A meeting will be scheduled with Parkersburg UMC SPRC.


Missions (Food Pantry): We helped 56 families in May and 3 so far in June. We received many food items from our church family. Coin Tube Update: We are now collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be Wednesday, July 6, at 10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 1 sympathy and 10 thinking of you cards in June.


Evening Circle: No report


Memorials:  No report.


Trustees: Power wash church with Ron and helpers.


Christian Education: Need Bible School leaders. Bibles have arrived; Denise will pay with Tim’s Memorial money.


Pastor’s Report: Fishing, has visited Jack & Lola frequently, Tom & Kori Koop will be meeting in regards to Lucy’s baptism


Old Business: Reversal of decision from May; will keep papers for hall.


New Business: Carolyn has made a list of church improvements: cement on walk way, pillars by front door, wash outside of church, new lights by front door, chinking.



Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 20, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker (minutes were taken by Bev Maas in my absence)






We Are The Church Family


It has been a little warm for the past few days. I wonder how you are feeling today, and I pray to Heavenly Father for your peace and health. How are your children and grandchildren? How about the beautiful flowers and plants in your garden, and the soybean and corn crops? In my garden, I harvested radish, a vegetable that Koreans love to eat in summer, and my wife Joy made 열무김치(Yeolmu-Kimchi). Most Koreans love to eat cold noodles in summer. You boil the noodles (which are similar in thickness to angel hair noodles) and drain the water. You put the noodles in a bowl, put "yeolmu-kimchi" on top, add spicy red pepper paste, and mix well. Then when you are ready to eat, grab your chopsticks and slam the yeolmu kimchi noodles. If you wish, you can pour the broth with ice over the noodles and "yeolmu kimchi" in a bowl. Joy prepared this for dinner on the 22nd and before eating it I got a chance to take a picture. You may not be familiar with 'yeolmu kimchi' or its spicy taste, but if you ever try and taste it, you will understand my mouth watering feeling on a sweltering summer day. This is the story of the first harvest in my garden so far this year. Other than that, I hope you do not ask more about my garden; "Chan, shame on you", I am feeling about myself. About ten days ago? For days after the rain, I did not have time to take care of my garden. The weeds grew too high and fast, and all the sprouting carrots, lettuce, leeks, and spinach were gone. "Am I growing weeds in a fenced garden?" I am thinking to myself. I am fighting weeds in my garden to protect the peppers, beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, and eggplants. Bugs that smelled my sweat attacked me and bit my back, elbows, shoulders, and sides. That itch, how annoying it is, you know

.

 

Last June 16 at 9:30 am at New Hartford Church, I met Tommy, Kori, and their three-month-old daughter, Lucy. This was a meeting to prepare for Lucy's baptism. It was an hour-long meeting, but it gave me a wonderful opportunity to get closer to them as I heard their life and faith journey, and also got to know Tommy and Kori's plans and wishes for Lucy. I was drawing me into their family, and I hope they feel the same way. I could not remember when that day was because I did not put it on my smartphone calendar. Anyway, as I am writing this on the 21st, it must have been the 13th or one day of the week. That day I was visiting one of the members of the Parkersburg Church. We exchanged greetings and I explained the reason for my visit. While we chatted happily, I was told: "You have no family, no friends... no relatives here. Of course, your church members are around you, but I think you could feel alone. I hope you don't feel it." This is not the first time I have heard it, but I feel like I am with someone.

 

These days, on summer vacation, some of my church members and their families are having an enjoyable time and I see them through social networking services. There are 'family photos' taken in Iowa's corn fields, or photos of some families sitting around the table eating cakes and sweets. I can imagine the smiles, chatter, happiness, and joy that they create as a large family in their various photos. When I went to concerts, dance recitals, baseball, football, and Grad parties, their great-grandparents, grandparents, and parents were there. Confirmation services and baptismal services, of course, they are together. The daily life of extended families can no longer be found in large cities such as New York and Seoul, and nuclear family culture. It is a great blessing to me to be able to experience this in New Hartford or Parkersburg, Iowa. In my family, I have never had the experience of being with my grandparents, parents, and cousins. Because my father had to flee in the middle of the night in a hurry during the Korean War, he left all his family in North Korea and came down South. I have never seen my grandfather's and grandmother's faces, and I have not met cousins ​​on the father's side. Due to Covid-19,  I have not seen my older brother or sisters in Korea in years. 


There is a word in Korean to describe a neighbor who lives next door and is close to each other, just like cousins or brothers. If I translate this, it is 'neighbor-cousin'. In English, it is a good neighbor, but Koreans like me find a deeper meaning of the word 'neighbor-cousin'. If they listened to me they would feel a little sad, but in reality I feel closer to you than my brothers and sisters. I have 'neighbor-cousins' here. I see members of my church at least once a week to meet face to face, chat and have coffee and cookies. Does your family live far away? Do you find it difficult to have the opportunity to meet often? Or are you alone? You and I, we are 'neighbors-cousins' living together in New Hartford and Parkersburg. We are a church family.

 

Have you ever heard of the features of a functional family and a dysfunctional family? How about thinking about your family? How about your church? Are we a functional family? If you wish to answer me, I will gladly hear them from you. These are the 10 Features I brought about for a functional family:

1. Functional families carry out effectively their economic function, which means that their members find the basic economic security they need at home.

2. Apply a fair distribution of domestic activities so that each member is responsible for its implementation and does not overload a single person with all duties.

3. Improve the sense of belonging to the family and at the same time stimulate the personal identity and autonomy of each of its members. There is a balance between family membership and identification.

4. Apply clear limits, psychological boundaries that other members should not overcome and ensure good coexistence at home. But even so, it leaves a good margin of tolerance, so that family conflicts do not arise.

5. Although there are well-defined rules and roles, when problems surge, there is some flexibility that facilitates arrangements and solutions based on family wellbeing.

6. There is an adequate distribution of hierarchy levels. The hierarchy between the parents is horizontal so that both have the same power at home, but exercise a vertical hierarchy on their children, allowing them to set standards and apply them.

7. Clear communication where all members can express what they think and feel assertively and without harming others.

8. Each member feels accepted within the family, where he finds an emotional security source.

9. The family grows alongside its members, so the mistakes are learning experiences that strengthen them.

10. The family is flexible enough to adapt to circumstances, although this requires a change of rules or roles. If its members have no adaptation skills to find a new balance in a crisis, the functional family will eventually turn into dysfunctional.

 

Characteristics of dysfunctional families, if you want to know about this, please go to https://psychology-spot.com/functional-family-dysfunctional-family/

One family in Christ, I am glad to have you, so I thank you.

6/22/2022

Chan, your servan

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Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – September 10

There will be no Lions’ Omelet Breakfasts in July or August. Breakfasts will resume in September. Thank you to our Lions’ Club for providing this community gathering and for their continued support of our community.

City Library Activities – July

For Adults – Kenneth Helar, photographer and blogger, will share his “beauty of nature” publishing and photography.

For Children of All Ages – Kids Book Club each Thursday from 1-3 with special bird-related activities. Read, snacks, and creative project!

July 7 – Make a Happy Bird-day greeting card and make paper with seeds in it to grow plants like birds.

July 14 – Puppeteer Charlene Helar from LaPorte City will teach us about Iowa birds.

July 21 – Interactive fun science and art activity sponsored by the Butler County NRSC. Soil health and birds.

July 21 – Crochet class taught by Lindsay Stanley, assisted by Bonnie Koop; 5-7 PM (every third Thursday).

July 28 – SOAR will bring a hawk and owl to teach us about Iowa’s raptors.


Happy July Birthday!

                              Elizabeth Moore          1

                              Nik Mooty                     1

                              Casie Bass                      1

                              Pat Moore                     2

                              Jean Eich                        3

                              Dawn Cornelius            3

                              Lindsay Stanley             5

                              Denise Gibbs               10

                              Allan Shaw                   10

                              Terry Simcox                11

                              Daniel Nielsen             13

                              Steve Latwesen           14

                              Jan Simcox                   16

                              Kent Cuvelier               17

                             Wendy Gerloff              20

                             Jack Fish                         21

                             Tim Koop                       24

                             Jeff Smith                      

30

Happy Anniversary

     Larry & Sandra Bass         2

                           James & Robin Cole      19

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or addition

s.


July Musicians

                          July 3: Lisa Schmitz

                          July 10: Karen Nielsen

                          July 17:  Lisa Schmitz

                          July 24: Karen Nielsen

                          July 31: Lisa Schmi

tz


July Lay Readers

July 3: Sue Considine

July 10: Angie Koop

July 17:  Ron Lichtneger

July 24: Carolyn Scobee

July 31: Chris Considine




July Ushers

Church Volunteers


July Hospitality Committee

Norma Fobian, Chair – 404-1218

Sandy Bass – 239-6016

Judy Thompson – 429-0223

Casie Bass – 240-9933


July Fellowship

July 3: Sandy Becker & Jean Eich

July 10: Denise LeBahn & Darla Payne

July 17: Kristal Graves

July 24: Karen Campbell & Denise Gibbs

July 31:  Birthday Sunday/ July Committee


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00


June Collections

June 5: $1837.00

June 12: $1087.00

June 19: $

June 26: $










 



  Church News

Mission Minutes

July Food Pantry Theme – Paper Towels

We helped 5 families in May, and 3 so far in June.  We received many food items from our church family.


   Coin Tube Update: We are collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly. (See article below).


Self Help International

   This past month and during July our coin tube mission has gone to Self Help International. This organization is based in Waverly, Iowa. Their main goal is empowering others to help themselves. On their website they identify the following areas that are their focus: Ending Malnutrition, Accessing Clean Water, Empowering Women and Girls, Training Youth, and Improving Agriculture. They are primarily helping those from Nicaragua and Ghana. Below are some statistics regarding the Self Help Organization:

*All of the information above is from the Self Help Organization’s website. If you would like to read more about this mission it can be found at: www.selfhelpinternational.org

     

       Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

July 6, 10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday, 1 anniversary, 1 sympathy and 10 thinking of you cards in June.


Church Family Picnic

Join us for a Church Family Picnic at the City Park, Sunday, July 24, 6:00 PM. Hot dogs, maidrites, chips, and ice cream will be provided. Bring a side dish if you would like.  Bring your lawn chairs, yard games, and join in the family

 fun!

Bible School – He Leadeth ME!

We will begin our Bible School Kick Off at the Family Picnic on Sunday, July 24, 6:00-7:30 PM, at the City Park. Bible School will be held on July 25 & 26 from 5:30-7:30 PM at the church. Our theme this year will be “He Leadeth ME!” Crafts, food, fun, games and Bible stories about how we can be leaders in God’s Word and how Jesus leads US!


Bible School Volunteers Needed

We are in need of people who would be willing to help at Bible School.  We need people who would be willing to help with snacks, crafts, recreation, Bible stories…or whatever you would like to help with. If you are able to help, please contact Sandy Becker.


Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream Thank You

Thank you to everyone who donated pies, brownies, money, or helped at the pie and ice cream booth.  The booth brought in around $950.00!  Thank you to Robin and Junior Cole for organizing this great  church and community project!!

            

Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.



            

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ANNOUNCEMENTS –June 26, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, ,Alberta Simcox, Loris Prostine, Lynne (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Bible School – “He Leadeth ME!”

July 24 – Church Family Picnic – 6:00-7:30 PM

July 25 & 26 Bible School – 5:30-7:30 PM

Volunteers are needed to help with Bible School, please let Sandy Becker know if you are able to help.


Circle of Friends

Next Meeting – Wednesday, July 6, 10:00 a.m.


Food Pantry Themes

June – Kool Aid/July – Paper Towels


City Library Activities

June 23 – Kids Book Club 1-3 PM

“Birds”

June 23 – Craft Connection 5-7

“Art Journaling”

June 29 – Presentation by Vern Fish 6-7

His 10 day canoe trip into Ontario, Canada’s Wabadangon National Forest

Self Help International

   This past month our coin tube mission has gone to Self Help International. This organization is based in Waverly, Iowa. Their main goal is empowering others to help themselves. On their website they identify the following areas that are their focus: Ending Malnutrition, Accessing Clean Water, Empowering Women and Girls, Training Youth, and Improving Agriculture. They are primarily helping those from Nicaragua and Ghana. Below are some statistics regarding the Self Help Organization:

*All of the information above is from the Self Help Organization’s website. If you would like to read more about this mission it can be found at: www.selfhelpinternational.org



ANNOUNCEMENTS –June 19, 2022

2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." 


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Family of Evelyn Lichtneger, Family of Evonne Schurman , Alberta Simcox, Loris Prostine, Lynne (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

Future Dates

June 19 – Lion’s Omelet Breakfast

June 21 – First Day of Summer

June 26 – Birthday Sunday

June 24 - July Newsletter articles due

2 Corinthians 6:18: "And I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty."



Trustees: Parsonage: No report


Christian Education: Bible presentation will be rescheduled due to order delay. Sunday School will resume in the fall. Need someone or a group to set dates and organize Bible School.


Pastor’s Report: Thanks to those that helped with Baccalaureate. Pastor will be gone June 4 & 5 to Annual Conference. Communion will be rescheduled to the second Sunday of June due to Pastor’s absence.


Old Business: New fellowship hall document - final approved; new computer monitors are in the church office


New Business: Steve Moore requested permission to destroy financial records associated with fellowship hall construction. Council approved.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 15, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker




“Peace, I Leave with You”


Greetings of peace to our brothers and sisters in Christ!


May 24th, 8pm. It must have been more than half an hour until sunset. It is because the clouds are low. Darkness creeps in from far outside the window. It started raining this afternoon. Yesterday afternoon, I plucked weeds from my vegetable garden, and I bought some flowers and planted them under the mailbox. The vegetables seemed to say, "I'm thirsty." Even the flowers that have just been planted will want to take root. It is raining, so they will drink water and grow well.


Memorial Day, a day to honor people who died while serving in the U.S. military, is fast approaching in a few days. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and taking part in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.


The Civil War, which ended in the spring of 1865, claimed more lives than any conflict in U.S. history and required the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. By the late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities had begun holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers, decorating their graves with flowers and reciting prayers. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time ( www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history).


When I started my ministry in New Hartford and Parkersburg in 2019, I snuck around town. Sometimes I took my wife Joey and my dog, Eden, and other times I went alone to explore the towns. I was able to access a park honoring veterans from both towns. I looked up the names of veterans in New Hartford, and I looked up their names in Parkersburg. I found the names of veterans of the Korean War, and I read their names one by one. I cannot remember all their names, but I can count over 10 Korean War veterans in each town. These days, on the last Saturday morning of every month, New Hartford Church has a men's breakfast, and I was able to meet a Korean War veteran there. When I see him these days, I salute him with an alert posture.


The Korean War ended June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953. South Korea opposed the ceasefire and did not participate in the signing, so the North Korean and Chinese forces and the United States signed the ceasefire agreement. There has been no end-of-war and no peace treaty between the parties to the war. The Korean Peninsula is still in a state of truce both legally and militarily. This war is known as the "Forgotten War".

These are 'US Army' only: 

U.S. Killed 54,246 

U.S. Wounded 103,284

U.S. Missing 8,177

In spite of so many deaths and losses, the United States has neither won nor ended this war. No one would want to remember, and the war and its memories were slowly being forgotten. Nearly two million Koreans died in the war.


In every city big and small in America, there are Korean churches, whether Methodist, Presbyterian, or Baptist. They have invited veterans before Memorial Day and expressed their gratitude to them as Koreans. Just before I came here, I was serving as a pastor at Zion Korean United Methodist Church in Appleton, Wisconsin. I should have spent more than two months looking for a Korean veteran. Eventually I found one, invited him to my church and thanked him: "We Koreans appreciate the Korean War veterans and Americans,"


Back in 2014 from Nigeria, my wife Joy and I participated as practitioners in the Peace March in Washington, DC. The July 26 “Korea Peace March and Vigil” was the culmination of a two-day event timed to coincide with the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. 


“Peace for Korea Now!” shouted about two hundred people, primarily Korean or Korean Americans, as they marched the mile from Foundry United Methodist Church to Lafayette Park in front of the White House on Saturday. Jesus prayed that all Christians become one, said Bishop Mary Ann Swenson, ecumenical officer for the United Methodist Council of Bishops. “For us, this march is about being one in Christ, being one people, one land and truly having peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula as a part of our Christian witness.”


We thirst for peace. Following Christ who gave us peace, I want us to pray and raise our voices together. On the Korean Peninsula, in Ukraine "Stop War, Peace Now." Amen.


5/24/2022

Peace be with you!

Chan, your servant.








Happy June Birthday!

                              Mckinze Shock            3

                              Missy Poock                7

                              Loris Prostine            14

                              Emri Dennis               18

                              Nanci Rewerts           20

                              Eloise Schmitz           22

                              Samantha DePriest  26

                              Cody LeBahn             27


Happy Anniversary

       Stan & Carla Everts                                  2

       Greg & Wendy Gerloff                            5

       Jack & Lola Davis                                     6

      Gary & Sandy Becker                               8

      Todd & LeAnn Moore                            10

      Josh & Leasha Henriksen                       22

      Ron  & Evelyn Lichtneger                      23

      Gary & Dawn Cornelius                         27

      Dakota & Pamela Callan                       30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.



June Musicians

                          June 5: Karen Nielsen

                          June 12: Karen Nielsen

                          June 19:  Lisa Schmitz

                          June 26: Lisa Schmit

z

June Lay Readers

June 5: Kim Manley

June 12: Steve Koop

June 19:  Sandy Becker

June 26: Lara Kyhl


June Ushers

Schmitz Family




June Hospitality Committee

Marlen Harper, Chair – 983-2706

Sandy Becker – 269-4138

Pat Nieman – 983-2229

Karen Nielsen – 239-4545


June Fellowship

June 5: Robin Cole & Randy Johnson

June 12: Pat Moore

June 19: Ron Lichtneger & Carolyn Scobee

June 26:  Birthday Sunday/ June Committee



…Thank YOU!

Thank you to all of our Sunday School teachers and students, we had a great year learning and growing in Jesus’ love! Sunday School will resume in September.

Adult Sunday School

We will resume classes in September.


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

May Collections

May 1: $2221.00

May 8: $5877.00

May 15: $1695.00

May 22: $1800.00

May 29:




 


  Church News

Mission Minutes

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid

We helped 5 families in April, and 3 so far in May.  We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, and $200 plus many food items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next mission will be Self-Help International in Waverly. This group helps farming communities both in the U.S. and internationally.

      

      Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

June 1,10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards.


Evening Circle

Circle will provide pies and desserts for the New Hartford “old time” open house on June 3. We will resume meetings again in the fall. 


Men’s Breakfast

  Thank you to Steve, Randy, and Jeff for organizing the Men’s Breakfast.  The breakfasts were attended by as many as 25! Many enjoyed the food, conversation, and fellowship this provided. There will be an afternoon of fishing later this summer. Breakfasts will resume in Septemb

er.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!! Please make sure you get your pies delivered to the park! If you would still like to sign up to help or donate, please contact Robin.

Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie, desserts, and coffee/lemonade will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM in the church fellowship hall.


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.

                              

     

Community News

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

(see attached schedule)

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – June 19


Splash Pad Thank YOU!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of the Splash Pad Project. We are moving forward with construction and will continue to raise funds this summer for some unforeseen price increases and future maintenance. The deadline to be included on the Donor Signage ($100 minimum donation) is July 1. Again, THANK YOU to all of you who have supported this project in any way!! 

                          







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2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." Happy Fathe

inistrative Council Meeting, May 18, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Carolyn Scobee, Bev Maas, Denise Gibbs, Rhonda Shaw, Pastor Chan Kim and Sandy Becker, 


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.


Minutes for April Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Report of good attendance for Senior Service and Baccalaureate. 


Finance: Apportionments are paid.


Endowment:  Nothing new to report.


Youth: Youth served as ushers for Baccalaureate service and members participated in Senior Service. 


SPRC: Pastor will be at Annual Conference June 4 & 5.


Missions (Food Pantry): We helped 5 families in April and 3 so far in May. We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, $200 and many food items from our church family. Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda. We are now collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 1, at 10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards in May.


Evening Circle: Circle served a “to go” fellowship after Baccalaureate on May 11. Evening Circle will be providing desserts and pies for the “Old Time New Hartford” gathering at the church on June 3, from 4:00-6:00. Meetings will resume in the fall.


Memorials:  Nothing new to report.


Trustees: Parsonage: No report


Christian Education: Bible presentation will be rescheduled due to order delay. Sunday School will resume in the fall. Need someone or a group to set dates and organize Bible School.


Pastor’s Report: Thanks to those that helped with Baccalaureate. Pastor will be gone June 4 & 5 to Annual Conference. Communion will be rescheduled to the second Sunday of June due to Pastor’s absence.


Old Business: New fellowship hall document - final approved; new computer monitors are in the church office


New Business: Steve Moore requested permission to destroy financial records associated with fellowship hall construction. Council approved.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 15, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker




“Peace, I Leave with You”


Greetings of peace to our brothers and sisters in Christ!


May 24th, 8pm. It must have been more than half an hour until sunset. It is because the clouds are low. Darkness creeps in from far outside the window. It started raining this afternoon. Yesterday afternoon, I plucked weeds from my vegetable garden, and I bought some flowers and planted them under the mailbox. The vegetables seemed to say, "I'm thirsty." Even the flowers that have just been planted will want to take root. It is raining, so they will drink water and grow well.


Memorial Day, a day to honor people who died while serving in the U.S. military, is fast approaching in a few days. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and taking part in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.


The Civil War, which ended in the spring of 1865, claimed more lives than any conflict in U.S. history and required the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. By the late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities had begun holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers, decorating their graves with flowers and reciting prayers. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time ( www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history).


When I started my ministry in New Hartford and Parkersburg in 2019, I snuck around town. Sometimes I took my wife Joey and my dog, Eden, and other times I went alone to explore the towns. I was able to access a park honoring veterans from both towns. I looked up the names of veterans in New Hartford, and I looked up their names in Parkersburg. I found the names of veterans of the Korean War, and I read their names one by one. I cannot remember all their names, but I can count over 10 Korean War veterans in each town. These days, on the last Saturday morning of every month, New Hartford Church has a men's breakfast, and I was able to meet a Korean War veteran there. When I see him these days, I salute him with an alert posture.


The Korean War ended June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953. South Korea opposed the ceasefire and did not participate in the signing, so the North Korean and Chinese forces and the United States signed the ceasefire agreement. There has been no end-of-war and no peace treaty between the parties to the war. The Korean Peninsula is still in a state of truce both legally and militarily. This war is known as the "Forgotten War".

These are 'US Army' only: 

U.S. Killed 54,246 

U.S. Wounded 103,284

U.S. Missing 8,177

In spite of so many deaths and losses, the United States has neither won nor ended this war. No one would want to remember, and the war and its memories were slowly being forgotten. Nearly two million Koreans died in the war.


In every city big and small in America, there are Korean churches, whether Methodist, Presbyterian, or Baptist. They have invited veterans before Memorial Day and expressed their gratitude to them as Koreans. Just before I came here, I was serving as a pastor at Zion Korean United Methodist Church in Appleton, Wisconsin. I should have spent more than two months looking for a Korean veteran. Eventually I found one, invited him to my church and thanked him: "We Koreans appreciate the Korean War veterans and Americans,"


Back in 2014 from Nigeria, my wife Joy and I participated as practitioners in the Peace March in Washington, DC. The July 26 “Korea Peace March and Vigil” was the culmination of a two-day event timed to coincide with the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. 


“Peace for Korea Now!” shouted about two hundred people, primarily Korean or Korean Americans, as they marched the mile from Foundry United Methodist Church to Lafayette Park in front of the White House on Saturday. Jesus prayed that all Christians become one, said Bishop Mary Ann Swenson, ecumenical officer for the United Methodist Council of Bishops. “For us, this march is about being one in Christ, being one people, one land and truly having peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula as a part of our Christian witness.”


We thirst for peace. Following Christ who gave us peace, I want us to pray and raise our voices together. On the Korean Peninsula, in Ukraine "Stop War, Peace Now." Amen.


5/24/2022

Peace be with you!

Chan, your servant.






Happy June Birthday!

                              Mckinze Shock            3

                              Missy Poock                7

                              Loris Prostine            14

                              Emri Dennis               18

                              Nanci Rewerts           20

                              Eloise Schmitz           22

                              Samantha DePriest  26

                              Cody LeBahn             27

Happy Anniversary

       Stan & Carla Everts                                  2

       Greg & Wendy Gerloff                            5

       Jack & Lola Davis                                     6

      Gary & Sandy Becker                               8

      Todd & LeAnn Moore                            10

      Josh & Leasha Henriksen                       22

      Ron  & Evelyn Lichtneger                      23

      Gary & Dawn Cornelius                         27

      Dakota & Pamela Callan                       30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


June Musicians

                          June 5: Karen Nielsen

                          June 12: Karen Nielsen

                          June 19:  Lisa Schmitz

                          June 26: Lisa Schmitz

June Lay Readers

June 5: Kim Manley

June 12: Steve Koop

June 19:  Sandy Becker

June 26: Lara Kyhl


June Ushers

Schmitz Family




June Hospitality Committee

Marlen Harper, Chair – 983-2706

Sandy Becker – 269-4138

Pat Nieman – 983-2229

Karen Nielsen – 239-4545


June Fellowship

June 5: Robin Cole & Randy Johnson

June 12: Pat Moore

June 19: Ron Lichtneger & Carolyn Scobee

June 26:  Birthday Sunday/ June Committee


…Thank YOU!

Thank you to all of our Sunday School teachers and students, we had a great year learning and growing in Jesus’ love! Sunday School will resume in September.

Adult Sunday School

We will resume classes in September.


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

May Collections

May 1: $2221.00

May 8: $5877.00

May 15: $1695.00

May 22: $1800.00

May 29:



 


  Church News

Mission Minutes

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid

We helped 5 families in April, and 3 so far in May.  We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, and $200 plus many food items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next mission will be Self-Help International in Waverly. This group helps farming communities both in the U.S. and internationally.

            Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

June 1,10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards.


Evening Circle

Circle will provide pies and desserts for the New Hartford “old time” open house on June 3. We will resume meetings again in the fall. 


Men’s Breakfast

  Thank you to Steve, Randy, and Jeff for organizing the Men’s Breakfast.  The breakfasts were attended by as many as 25! Many enjoyed the food, conversation, and fellowship this provided. There will be an afternoon of fishing later this summer. Breakfasts will resume in September.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!! Please make sure you get your pies delivered to the park! If you would still like to sign up to help or donate, please contact Robin.

Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie, desserts, and coffee/lemonade will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM in the church fellowship hall.


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.

                                   

Community News

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

(see attached schedule)

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – June 19


Splash Pad Thank YOU!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of the Splash Pad Project. We are moving forward with construction and will continue to raise funds this summer for some unforeseen price increases and future maintenance. The deadline to be included on the Donor Signage ($100 minimum donation) is July 1. Again, THANK YOU to all of you who have supported this project in any way!! 

                                 



                          June 2022       


Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday





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2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." Happy Father’s Day!



    Administrative Council Meeting, May 18, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Carolyn Scobee, Bev Maas, Denise Gibbs, Rhonda Shaw, Pastor Chan Kim and Sandy Becker, 


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.


Minutes for April Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Report of good attendance for Senior Service and Baccalaureate. 


Finance: Apportionments are paid.


Endowment:  Nothing new to report.


Youth: Youth served as ushers for Baccalaureate service and members participated in Senior Service. 


SPRC: Pastor will be at Annual Conference June 4 & 5.


Missions (Food Pantry): We helped 5 families in April and 3 so far in May. We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, $200 and many food items from our church family. Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda. We are now collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 1, at 10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards in May.


Evening Circle: Circle served a “to go” fellowship after Baccalaureate on May 11. Evening Circle will be providing desserts and pies for the “Old Time New Hartford” gathering at the church on June 3, from 4:00-6:00. Meetings will resume in the fall.


Memorials:  Nothing new to report.


Trustees: Parsonage: No report


Christian Education: Bible presentation will be rescheduled due to order delay. Sunday School will resume in the fall. Need someone or a group to set dates and organize Bible School.


Pastor’s Report: Thanks to those that helped with Baccalaureate. Pastor will be gone June 4 & 5 to Annual Conference. Communion will be rescheduled to the second Sunday of June due to Pastor’s absence.


Old Business: New fellowship hall document - final approved; new computer monitors are in the church office


New Business: Steve Moore requested permission to destroy financial records associated with fellowship hall construction. Council approved.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 15, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker




“Peace, I Leave with You”


Greetings of peace to our brothers and sisters in Christ!


May 24th, 8pm. It must have been more than half an hour until sunset. It is because the clouds are low. Darkness creeps in from far outside the window. It started raining this afternoon. Yesterday afternoon, I plucked weeds from my vegetable garden, and I bought some flowers and planted them under the mailbox. The vegetables seemed to say, "I'm thirsty." Even the flowers that have just been planted will want to take root. It is raining, so they will drink water and grow well.


Memorial Day, a day to honor people who died while serving in the U.S. military, is fast approaching in a few days. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and taking part in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.


The Civil War, which ended in the spring of 1865, claimed more lives than any conflict in U.S. history and required the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. By the late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities had begun holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers, decorating their graves with flowers and reciting prayers. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time ( www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history).


When I started my ministry in New Hartford and Parkersburg in 2019, I snuck around town. Sometimes I took my wife Joey and my dog, Eden, and other times I went alone to explore the towns. I was able to access a park honoring veterans from both towns. I looked up the names of veterans in New Hartford, and I looked up their names in Parkersburg. I found the names of veterans of the Korean War, and I read their names one by one. I cannot remember all their names, but I can count over 10 Korean War veterans in each town. These days, on the last Saturday morning of every month, New Hartford Church has a men's breakfast, and I was able to meet a Korean War veteran there. When I see him these days, I salute him with an alert posture.


The Korean War ended June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953. South Korea opposed the ceasefire and did not participate in the signing, so the North Korean and Chinese forces and the United States signed the ceasefire agreement. There has been no end-of-war and no peace treaty between the parties to the war. The Korean Peninsula is still in a state of truce both legally and militarily. This war is known as the "Forgotten War".

These are 'US Army' only: 

U.S. Killed 54,246 

U.S. Wounded 103,284

U.S. Missing 8,177

In spite of so many deaths and losses, the United States has neither won nor ended this war. No one would want to remember, and the war and its memories were slowly being forgotten. Nearly two million Koreans died in the war.


In every city big and small in America, there are Korean churches, whether Methodist, Presbyterian, or Baptist. They have invited veterans before Memorial Day and expressed their gratitude to them as Koreans. Just before I came here, I was serving as a pastor at Zion Korean United Methodist Church in Appleton, Wisconsin. I should have spent more than two months looking for a Korean veteran. Eventually I found one, invited him to my church and thanked him: "We Koreans appreciate the Korean War veterans and Americans,"


Back in 2014 from Nigeria, my wife Joy and I participated as practitioners in the Peace March in Washington, DC. The July 26 “Korea Peace March and Vigil” was the culmination of a two-day event timed to coincide with the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. 


“Peace for Korea Now!” shouted about two hundred people, primarily Korean or Korean Americans, as they marched the mile from Foundry United Methodist Church to Lafayette Park in front of the White House on Saturday. Jesus prayed that all Christians become one, said Bishop Mary Ann Swenson, ecumenical officer for the United Methodist Council of Bishops. “For us, this march is about being one in Christ, being one people, one land and truly having peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula as a part of our Christian witness.”


We thirst for peace. Following Christ who gave us peace, I want us to pray and raise our voices together. On the Korean Peninsula, in Ukraine "Stop War, Peace Now." Amen.


5/24/2022

Peace be with you!

Chan, your servant.






Happy June Birthday!

                              Mckinze Shock            3

                              Missy Poock                7

                              Loris Prostine            14

                              Emri Dennis               18

                              Nanci Rewerts           20

                              Eloise Schmitz           22

                              Samantha DePriest  26

                              Cody LeBahn             27

Happy Anniversary

       Stan & Carla Everts                                  2

       Greg & Wendy Gerloff                            5

       Jack & Lola Davis                                     6

      Gary & Sandy Becker                               8

      Todd & LeAnn Moore                            10

      Josh & Leasha Henriksen                       22

      Ron  & Evelyn Lichtneger                      23

      Gary & Dawn Cornelius                         27

      Dakota & Pamela Callan                       30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


June Musicians

                          June 5: Karen Nielsen

                          June 12: Karen Nielsen

                          June 19:  Lisa Schmitz

                          June 26: Lisa Schmitz

June Lay Readers

June 5: Kim Manley

June 12: Steve Koop

June 19:  Sandy Becker

June 26: Lara Kyhl


June Ushers

Schmitz Family




June Hospitality Committee

Marlen Harper, Chair – 983-2706

Sandy Becker – 269-4138

Pat Nieman – 983-2229

Karen Nielsen – 239-4545


June Fellowship

June 5: Robin Cole & Randy Johnson

June 12: Pat Moore

June 19: Ron Lichtneger & Carolyn Scobee

June 26:  Birthday Sunday/ June Committee


…Thank YOU!

Thank you to all of our Sunday School teachers and students, we had a great year learning and growing in Jesus’ love! Sunday School will resume in September.

Adult Sunday School

We will resume classes in September.


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

May Collections

May 1: $2221.00

May 8: $5877.00

May 15: $1695.00

May 22: $1800.00

May 29:



 


  Church News

Mission Minutes

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid

We helped 5 families in April, and 3 so far in May.  We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, and $200 plus many food items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next mission will be Self-Help International in Waverly. This group helps farming communities both in the U.S. and internationally.

            Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

June 1,10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards.


Evening Circle

Circle will provide pies and desserts for the New Hartford “old time” open house on June 3. We will resume meetings again in the fall. 


Men’s Breakfast

  Thank you to Steve, Randy, and Jeff for organizing the Men’s Breakfast.  The breakfasts were attended by as many as 25! Many enjoyed the food, conversation, and fellowship this provided. There will be an afternoon of fishing later this summer. Breakfasts will resume in September.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!! Please make sure you get your pies delivered to the park! If you would still like to sign up to help or donate, please contact Robin.

Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie, desserts, and coffee/lemonade will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM in the church fellowship hall.


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.

                                   

Community News

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

(see attached schedule)

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – June 19


Splash Pad Thank YOU!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of the Splash Pad Project. We are moving forward with construction and will continue to raise funds this summer for some unforeseen price increases and future maintenance. The deadline to be included on the Donor Signage ($100 minimum donation) is July 1. Again, THANK YOU to all of you who have supported this project in any way!! 

                                 



                    

2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." Happy Father’s Day!



ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 29, 2022

Memorial Day, Monday, May 30


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick, Family of Mary (Fobian) Long 


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Prayer Thank You

The family of Asher Robinette express their deepest appreciation and thanks for prayers for Asher. He is continuing physical therapy and his swallowing issues are improving. He will still have to be watched carefully for certain textures of food. Again, thank you all. You are all very special and appreciated by our family.

Janice Wiese, Evers, Robinette, and Cornelius Families


May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid


 Communion Change

Due to Pastor being at Annual Conference on June 4 and 5, Communion will be rescheduled for June 12.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.


Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

Remember to have your pies at the park by June 3. Contact Robin if you would like to donate or help out. 


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.


June 3 – Beaver Creek Days “Old Time” Gathering

The church will be hosting an “Old Time” gathering on Friday, June 3, from 4:00-6:00 PM. Pie, desserts, lemonade and coffee will be served for a free will donation. There will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photo shared at the church. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” If you would like to share any items from New Hartford, bring them or contact Randy Johnson or Jean Eich.

Coin Tube Collection

 We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next coin tube mission will be for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, June 1, 10:00 AM, at the church.



ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 22, 2022


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Adult Sunday School will resume again in the fall.

 

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, May 21, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions. This will be last breakfast until September. There will be an afternoon of fishing scheduled later this summer.

 

Sunday School Bible Presentations

Bible presentations has been postponed due to delay in the shipping of the Bibles. This will be rescheduled.

 

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

 

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Contact Robin if you would like to donate or help out. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!

 

Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 for everyone, and everyone will have to turn in a $50 deposit. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as in.

 

June 3 – Beaver Creek Days “Old Time” Gathering

The church will be hosting an “Old Time” gathering on Friday, June 3, from 4:00-6:00 PM. Pie and coffee will be served for a free will donation. There will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photo shared at the church. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.”

Sunday School

This will be the final Sunday for Sunday School until next fall. A BIG thank you to all our teachers, Sunday School children, and parents. It was a great year in Sunday School!!

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

 

 

 


Bacclaureate Service for 2022 Dike-New Hartford Graduating Class. 

https://www.facebook.com/NewHartfordIowaMethodistChurch/videos/1024952934794150




Parker Latwesen Corbin Kyhl

Nathan Graves DNH CHOIR

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MOTHER-DAUGHTER LUNCHEON            4/ 24, 2022


We had a wonderful time!  We had over 60 attendees and Mr. John Luhring of Luhring Nursery of Parkersburg was our speaker.  We shared a delicious meal provided by Ladies' Circle and church membership, and many door prizes were given out.  It will be an annual event.



ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 8, 2022

Happy Mother’s Day!

 

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on May 8 & 22.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, May 21, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions. This will be last breakfast until September.

 

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Contact Robin if you would like to donate or help out. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!

Evening Circle

Due to a Senior Awards Ceremony at 7:30 PM, we will serve a “to-go” fellowship after the Baccalaureate on May 11, 6:00 PM. Next meeting is May 18, 6:00 PM.

Baccalaureate Service

The DNH High School Baccalaureate will be held at our church on Wednesday, May 11, 6:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend.

 

Sunday School Bible Presentations

Sunday, May 15, Bibles will be presented to Sunday School students in 2nd/3rd grade or who have not received one from our church. Our last day of Sunday School will be May 22, until next fall.

 

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

 

Upcoming Dates

May 15

DNH Graduation

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast

Splash Pad Ribbon Cutting 4:45

May 18

Evening Circle 6:00 PM

Ad Council 7:00 PM

May 21

Men’s Breakfast Group 8:00 AM

 

Proverbs 31:25: "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come."


ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 1, 2022

 

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick,

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on May 8 & 22.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

Ladies’ Luncheon

There were about 60 ladies who attended the luncheon on April 24. Our speaker, John Luhring, shared several gardening and flower tips with the group. People were able to leave with a small planted seedling if they wished. Many of our drawing  and game winners went home with flowers and other prizes!

 

Senior Sunday – May 1

Please join us in honoring our high school graduates: Nathan Graves, Corbin Kyhl, and Parker Latwesen. A reception will follow the morning service in honor of the three graduates.

 

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

 

Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on May 3 or 4,10:00 AM.

Congratulations 2022 Graduates!

Nathan Graves son of David & Kristal Graves

Will attend Iowa Central Comm. College

Corbin Kyhl son of Kevin & Lara Kyhl

Will complete plumbing apprenticeship with Eden Plumbing

Parker Latwesen son of Steve & Marlas Latwesen

Will attend Hawkeye Community College

 

Congratulations 2022 College Graduates!

Kiley Kyhl – Iowa State University

Animal Science

Colin Kyhl – Iowa State University

Agricultural Engineer

Sydney Latwesen – Hawkeye Community College

Graphic Design

 

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

Evening Circle

Due to a Senior Awards Ceremony at 7:30 PM, we will serve a “to-go” fellowship after the Baccalaureate on May 11, 6:00 PM. Next meeting is May 18, 6:00 PM.

 


MAY 2022    NEWSLETTER

Administrative Council Meeting, April 20, 2022


Attendance: Steve Moore, Steve Koop, Ron Lichtneger, Carolyn Scobee, Denise LeBahn, Bev Maas, and Sandy Becker, 


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Steve Moore.


Minutes for March Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Report of good attendance for Easter Services, thanks to Youth for great early service, breakfast, and help with egg hunt. 

Finance: A little behind budget for month of April. Lisa, Rhonda, Carolyn, and Ron working together to make finance more streamlined.

Endowment:  No report.


Youth: Youth will be helping with Senior Sunday on May 1, honoring high school and college graduates.


SPRC: Joint SPRC meeting with Parkersburg Church, worked on Pastor’s evaluation and goal setting.


Missions (Food Pantry): Theme for May is jam/jelly. Helped 3 families in March and 5 so far in April. We received many food items from our church family. Coin tube update: We are gathering for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda. Help for Ukraine is being collected in order to send one check.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be May 3 or 4, at 10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday and 25 Easter cards in April.


Evening Circle: Circle will serve fellowship after Baccalaureate on May 11. Next meeting will be May 18, 6:00 PM.


Memorials:  No report 


Trustees: Parsonage – garage door issue; Christie Door Co. was called. Lilac tree issue was discussed.


Christian Education: Adult Sunday School continues to grow; next classes May 8 & 22. Sunday School children Bible presentation will be Sunday, May 15. Start looking for Bible School volunteers for the summer. Last day of Sunday School will be May 22.


Pastor’s Report: No report, Pastor on vacation.


Old Business: Michael Schmitz’s software company has donated two desktop computers to our church. Michael and Lisa will be looking at installation and working with the technology compatibility and monitor purchases. Men’s and Women’s restrooms have been painted. Color choice for entry and hallway to be chosen at next meeting.


New Business: Discussion of fellowship hall rental fees; there have been issues with the member/non-member fees. Council decided everyone will pay $100 for church rental. Discussion of chair bottoms to protect fellowship hall floors; Lisa Schmitz ordered some samples.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, May 18 , 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker





Let Selah Be There. 


Greetings in the name of our resurrected and life-giving Lord!


It is the night of April 25th when I am working for the newsletter, and its chilly outside. Buds are sprouting from the branches of the trees, and the forsythia trees I bought and planted last year are blooming in front of my house. It looks like spring is slowing down. In Korea, a sudden short spell of cold weather is called “kkoch saem chuwi.” I hope this is the last cold snap, and I sincerely pray to God that all of you will not get sick from colds or Covid-19 and be healthy.


From the 18th to the 24th, I enjoyed a sweet vacation for a week and returned to my daily life. As you can see, I am trying to finish my sermon in 15 minutes or so. It is by no means easy for me to convey the content of the Bible text and the message from it in a brief time of 15 minutes. Even in speaking or writing in Korean, my native language, other than English, I have a poor talent. This is by no means an expression of my humility, so I have to struggle with more energy and time to complete one sermon. Anyway, the week off was sweet, and it was an opportunity to recharge for my family, including my dog, ​​Eden. thanks!

 

I would like to share my stories with you while on vacation. I got my garden from Community Gardens in Parkersburg, and I was working. Compared to last year, my garden is three times bigger this year, and it is 70’ x 30’, and I am digging with a shovel to exercise my muscles. One day while on vacation, my wife Joy and I went to Iowa City, IA to meet a Korean-American pastor serving Clinton's First UMC to spend time and shop in a Korean market. Last Sunday (24th) we visited the Korean United Methodist Church in Ames for our Sunday worship service. This was my first visit in 9 years since I left the church in 2013 to go to Nigeria. We sang hymns in Korean, listened to sermons, and, of course, ate Korean food after the service. The church members we had been with from 2007 to 2013 were willing to spend time with us even after lunch. Like a long-time friend, our gathering itself was really delightful and enjoyable. My wife Joy enjoyed the women while I went for walks with my dog ​​Eden and the men. We all joined together at Starbucks, and the story blossomed without realizing the passage of time. We regretted our parting, so we returned home promising to meet again.


Last Saturday (23rd) I went to Norwalk, IA as an Officiant to lead a wedding ceremonial service. Located in the middle of the beautiful scenery, the winery was the perfect place for the wedding couple and their families and friends for wedding ceremonies, meals, and dances. The food for cocktail hour and dinner were luxurious and polite, the groom was handsome, and the bride was beautiful and elegant. It was so wonderful that it was impossible for me to describe my emotions or the details of the wedding ceremony. However, I would like to share with you my wedding sermons prepared for the wedding couple a little bit shorter and trimmed.


It is a Hebrew word, Selah. Selah (ˈsiːlə(h) is a word used 74 times in the Hebrew Bible. It is used seventy-one times in the Book of Psalms. Its etymology and precise meaning are unknown, though various interpretations are given. It was an instruction to the musicians and Temple Singers of the psalms. It is probably either a liturgical-musical mark or an instruction on the reading of the text, with the meaning of "stop and listen." It was an instruction to slow down, pause, pay attention, reflect, and allow silence. 


We can apply this to our marriages, families, and relationships. Here are some paragraphs of a message I gave them at their wedding:

You were born together today, and together you shall be forevermore. You shall be together when the white wings of death scatter your days. You shall be together even in the silent memory of God. Let Selah be there. “Let there be spaces in your togetherness and let the winds of the heavens dance between you.” 


Let Selah be there. On those days when life is difficult and bumpy; when you feel lost or confused; when feelings are hurt; when you are busy and missing each other; when your heart is breaking with sadness and grief. On those days when life takes you by surprise; when you get what you never expected or asked for; when you cannot foresee or know what is ahead; when, for better or worse, the impossible happens.


Let Selah be there in your life. 

Many Blessings!


4/25/2022

Chan, your little servant


Happy May Birthday!

                              Angie Callan                 1 

                              Nick Nielsen                 2

                              Bryan Wood                 4

                              Lola Davis                     6

                              Angie Koop                  7

                              Daxton Becker             7

                              Howard Kyhl                9

                              Dolores Mooty           11

                              Eva Mooty-DePriest  13

                              Kelsey Latwesen        14

                              Gary Cornelius           14

                              Gary Becker                15

                              Leasha Henriksen      18

                              Beau Becker               20

                              Kiley Kyhl                    27

                              Eric Shaw                    30

                              Stacey Shaw               30

Happy Anniversary

       Jason & Megan (Rewerts) Christiana   17

       David & Kristal Graves                            20

       John & Joyce Smith                                 25

       Steve & Pat Moore                                  31

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


May Musicians

                          May 1: Lisa Schmitz

                          May 8: Karen Nielsen

           May 11 (Baccalaureate) : Lisa Schmitz

                          May 15:  Lisa Schmitz

                          May 22: Karen Nielsen

                          May 29: Karen Nielsen

May Lay Readers

May 1: Youth/Sandy Becker 

May 8: Chris Considine

May 15:  Steve Koop

May 22:  Denise LeBahn

May 29: Carolyn Scobee



May Hospitality Committee

Barb Latwesen, Chair

Lara Kyhl

Joyce Smith

Lindsey Schmitz

May Fellowship

May 1: Youth Group

May 8: Jean Eich & Bev Maas

May 15: Cookies/Beverage 

May 22:  Lindsey Schmitz & Bonnie Koop

May 29: Birthday Sunday/May Committee


May Ushers

May 1 – Youth

May 8, 15, 22, 29 – Koop Family

…Come Join the Fun!

May 1: Grace Wood-Nursery

May 8: Denise & Katie LeBahn/

Grace Wood – Nursery

                                                                                        May 15: Darla Payne/Grace Wood-Nursery

May 22: Sue & Jack Considine/Grace Wood-Nursery

Adult Sunday School

8:00-8:45 AM

Sundays, May 8 & 22


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

April Collections

April 3: $1355.00

April 10: $930.00

April 17: $913.00

April 24: $1970.00

Baccalaureate Service, Wednesday, May 11, 6:00 PM

Community News

Spring Craft Show – Saturday, April 30, New Hartford School Multi-Purpose Room, 9:00 AM

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – May 15

Splash Pad Ribbon Cutting – May 15, 4:45 PM



  Church News

Mission Minutes

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

We helped 3 families in March, and 5 so far in April. We received many donations of food items from our church families. Collection for Ukraine will be sent in one check.

   Coin Tube Update: We are currently gathering for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda.

            Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on May 3 or 4,10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday and 25 Easter cards in April.

Evening Circle

Due to a Senior Awards Ceremony at 7:30 PM, we will serve a “to-go” fellowship after the Baccalaureate on May 11, 6:00 PM. Next meeting is May 18, 6:00 PM. 

Ladies’ Luncheon

There were about 60 ladies who attended the luncheon on April 24. Our speaker, John Luhring, shared several gardening and flower tips with the group. People were able to leave with a small planted seedling if they wished. Many of our drawing  and game winners went home with flowers and other prizes!

Men’s Breakfast

  This month’s men’s breakfast will be held on Saturday, May 28, 8:00 AM.  This will be the last one for the season. We will begin again in September. Contact Randy Johnson, Steve Koop, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Senior Sunday

We will be honoring our 2022 graduating seniors on Sunday, May 1, during the morning service. There will be a reception in their honor following the service.


Congratulations 2022 Graduates!

Nathan Graves son of David & Kristal Graves

Will attend Iowa Central Comm. College

Corbin Kyhl son of Kevin & Lara Kyhl

Will complete plumbing apprenticeship with Eden Plumbing

Parker Latwesen son of Steve & Marlas Latwesen

Will attend Hawkeye Community College


Congratulations 2022 College Graduates!

Kiley Kyhl – Iowa State University

Animal Science

Colin Kyhl – Iowa State University

Agricultural Engineer

Sydney Latwesen – Hawkeye Community College

Graphic Design

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!


Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie and coffee will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM.


 


Happy Mother’s Day – May 8th



ANNOUNCEMENTS    APRIL 24


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ANNOUNCEMENTS    APRIL 17

ANNOUNCEMENTS – APRIL 17, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick,

Randy Johnson

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on April 24.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

Birthday/Anniversary Updates

We are trying to update the anniversaries and birthdays for our monthly newsletter.  If there is anyone who you know of that has not been included, please let Sandy know or leave a message on the desk in the church office.

Evening Circle – Wednesday, April 20, 6:00 PM

Ad Council – Wednesday, April 20, 7:00 PM

 

 

Easter Egg Hunt

The Easter Egg Hunt will be in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM.  Children 6th Grade and Under will be given a goody bag and can hunt eggs. 

Easter Services

The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM, with a coffee and cookie fellowship following.

Good Friday Service

There will be a Good Friday Service on Friday, April 15, 7:00 PM.

 

Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon

The Evening Circle will be hosting a Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon on Sunday, April 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A light lunch of salads, sandwiches, dessert, and beverage will be served, followed by a speaker sharing gardening tips, and prize drawings. Everyone is invited to attend, if you plan to attend, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) or the church (319-983-2322). RSVP’s are NOT required, we just want to get a general count. We hope to see you

there!

April Food Pantry Theme – Crackers

 

How to assist the Ukrainian people? Make your check payable to your church and note 'Offer to Ukraine'. You put the check on the plate for the offerings and tithes of the Sunday worship service. Those 'Designated Contributions' must be sent to UMCOR by the church treasurer. OR Go to https://umcmission.org/umcor/ukraine/

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS – APRIL 10, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick, 

Randy Johnson

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Happy 60th Anniversary to Don and Sharon Feckers on April 14!


Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on April 10. We will meet again on April 24.


Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.


Birthday/Anniversary Updates

We are trying to update the anniversaries and birthdays for our monthly newsletter.  If there is anyone who you know of that has not been included, please let Sandy know or leave a message on the desk in the church office.

Join us on Palm Sunday for the Children’s Palm Parade!

Easter Lilies

If you would like to have an Easter Lily in church in memory of a loved one, please let Sandy Becker know. You may bring your own or the cost is $15 for an Easter Lily. If you would like them purchased, please have money to Sandy by April 10. There will be a list in the bulletin on Easter Sunday with the lily memorials.

Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.


Good Friday Service

There will be a Good Friday Service on Friday, April 15, 7:00 PM.


Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon

The Evening Circle will be hosting a Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon on Sunday, April 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A light lunch of salads, sandwiches, dessert, and beverage will be served, followed by a speaker sharing gardening tips, and prize drawings. Everyone is invited to attend, if you plan to attend, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) or the church (319-983-2322). RSVP’s are NOT required, we just want to get a general count. We hope to see you

there!

April Food Pantry Theme – Crackers




ANNOUNCEMENTS – APRIL 3, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Ascher Robinette (great-grandson of Janice

Wiese), Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick.

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Celebrate

We would like to add a new section to our newsletters; if there is a special birthday, anniversary, retirement, birth, whatever may be a “special” announcement, please let Sandy know and we will put it in the newsletters.  Sharing JOY is part of who our church family is!


Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on April 10. Everyone is welcome, join any time! 


Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.


Good Friday Service

There will be a Good Friday Service on Friday, April 15, 7:00 PM.



Easter Lilies

If you would like to have an Easter Lily in church in memory of a loved one, please let Sandy Becker know. You may bring your own or the cost is $15 for an Easter Lily. If you would like them purchased, please have money to Sandy by April 10. There will be a list in the bulletin on Easter Sunday with the lily memorials.

Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.


Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon

The Evening Circle will be hosting a Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon on Sunday, April 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A light lunch of salads, sandwiches, dessert, and beverage will be served, followed by a speaker sharing gardening tips, and prize drawings. Everyone is invited to attend, if you plan to attend, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) or the church (319-983-2322). RSVP’s are NOT required, we just want to get a general count. We hope to see you

there!

Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet Wednesday, April 6, 10:00 AM.


April Food Pantry Theme – Crackers

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. Psalm 27:14 



APRIL NEWSLETTER



Happy April Birthday!

                              Randy Johnson     5

                              Katie Nielsen         5

                              Austin Moore        6

                              Denise LeBahn      6

                              Bret Moore          13

                              Todd Moore         13

                              Bonnie Koop        15

                              Clyde Luck, Sr.      22

                             Alex Mooty            23

                             Lindsey Schmitz    24

                             Ray Ackerson        26

                             Becky Johnson      29

                             Kim Manley           29

Happy Anniversary

                     Mike & Barb Harper        1

                     Kent & Linda Cuvelier      7

                     Greg & Lisa Schmitz         9

                     Don & Sharon Feckers   14

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


April Musician

     April 3: Karen Nielsen

      April 10: Lisa Schmitz

            April 15 (Good Friday Service) : Karen Nielsen

          April 17:  Karen Nielsen

        April 24: Lisa Schmitz

April Lay Readers

April 3: Sue Considine

April 10: Lara Kyhl

April 17:  Angie Koop

April 24:  Ron Lichtneger


April Hospitality Committee

Darla Payne, Chair

Jackie Sohn

Alberta Simcox

Kristal Graves


April Fellowship

April 3: Michael & Lindsey Schmitz

April 10: Sandy Becker

April 17: Youth Breakfast

April 24:  April Committee/Birthday Sunday


April Ushers

Considine Family

…Come Join the Fun!

April 3: Darla Payne/Grace Wood-Nursery

April 10: Sue & Jack Considine /

Grace Wood – Nursery

April 17: Casie Bass/Grace Wood-Nursery

April 24: Jean Eich/Grace Wood-Nursery


Adult Sunday School

8:00-8:45 AM

Sundays, April 10 & 24

Join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word



Celebrate!

Births

March 7Jetson Matthew born to Matthew & Cathy Schmitz, Grandparents Greg & Lisa Schmitz, Great-Grandma Bonnie Koop

March 19Lucy Kay born to Tom & Kori Koop, Grandparents Steve & Angie Koop, Great-Grandma Bonnie Koop

60th Anniversaries

Kent & Linda Cuvelier will celebrate their 60th anniversary on April 7. Open House at the church on April 3, 1:00-4:00 PM. Address: 31517 Terrace Ave., New Hartford

Don & Sharon Feckers will celebrate their 60th anniversary on April 14.  Address: 32107 Union Ave., New Hartford




Announcements - March 20, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Ascher Robinette (great-grandson of Janice

Wiese).

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Evening Circle

There will be a regular Evening Circle Meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 6:00 PM.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, March 26, 8:00 AM.  There was a great turnout for the first breakfast and there is room for many more! Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on March 27. Everyone is welcome, join any time! There is always room at the table for many more! Join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word.

Celebrate

We would like to add a new section to our newsletters; if there is a special birthday, anniversary, retirement, birth, whatever may be a “special” announcement, please let Sandy know and we will put it in the newsletters.  Sharing JOY is part of who our church family is!



Lions’ Breakfast Casserole Fundraiser

The next omelet breakfast will be held on March 20.  There will be no omelet breakfast in April due to Easter.  However, the Lions are doing a ham and cheese breakfast casserole fundraiser. Cost is $10 for an 8x8 and $15 for a 9x12 casserole. These can be heated immediately or frozen up to 4 weeks. Order forms are available at City Hall or the library or by contacting Kenny Thompson (319-240-1239), Chris Thompson (319-240-8633 or chris.thompson27@gmail.com). Orders and payments are due by March 25.


Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM. Contact Darla Payne or Sandy Becker if you would like to make a donation.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.

Happy 90th Birthday, Marlene Harper!

(March 11…I think she tried to sneak this past us!)


Anniversary

There will be an Open House on Sunday, April 3, to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Kent and Linda Cuvelier. Kent and Linda were married on April 7, 1962, at the Little Brown Church. The event is being hosted by their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren from 1:00-4:00 at the church.

Dates to Remember

March 23 – Ad Council Meeting, 7:00 PM

March 30 – Joint SPRC Meeting, 6:30, our church

         



MARCH 13, 2022 


Announcements - March 13, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:                     

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Al Shaw.

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Evening Circle

Evening Circle is planning a Mother/Daughter/Ladies Luncheon on Sunday, April 24.  There will be a meeting to begin planning the luncheon on Tuesday, March 15, 6:00 PM. There will be a regular Evening Circle Meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 6:00 PM.

 

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, March 26, 8:00 AM.  There was a great turnout for the first breakfast and there is room for many more! Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

 

Jesus said, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world! (John 16:33)

 

 

 

Congratulations

Congratulations to Greg and Lisa Schmitz and Bonnie Koop on the birth of their new grandson/great-grandson, Jetson Matthew born on Monday, March 7.  He is the son of Matthew and Cathy Schmitz and joins brothers Kooper (4) and Zane (2). Congratulations!!

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on March 27. Everyone is welcome, join any time! Last week we had seven of us who gathered to talk about God’s grace. There is always room at the table for many more! Join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word.

 

Lions’ Breakfast Casserole Fundraiser

The next omelet breakfast will be held on March 20.  There will be no omelet breakfast in April due to Easter.  However, the Lions are doing a ham and cheese breakfast casserole fundraiser. Cost is $10 for an 8x8 and $15 for a 9x12 casserole. These can be heated immediately or frozen up to 4 weeks. Order forms are available at City Hall or the library or by contacting Kenny Thompson (319-240-1239), Chris Thompson (319-240-8633 or chris.thompson27@gmail.com). Orders and payments are due by March 25.

 

Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM. Contact Darla Payne or Sandy Becker if you would like to make a donation.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.

 

Daylight Savings Time begins March 13…remember to set your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night!

 

         




MARCH 6, 2022 


Announcements

Please keep the following people in your prayers:                     

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Al Shaw, Bonnie Koop

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Upper Room

The new Upper Room devotionals have arrived for March/April. Please contact the church if you would like one sent or delivered to you. They have some wonderful daily devotions for the Easter season.

 

Evening Circle

Evening Circle is planning a Mother/Daughter/Ladies Luncheon on Sunday, April 24.  There will be a meeting to begin planning the luncheon on Tuesday, March 15, 6:00 PM. There will be a regular Evening Circle Meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 6:00 PM.

 

Thought for the Day

From March/April Upper Room (March 2)

 

When my path is confusing, I can trust that Jesus journeys with me.

Read Matthew 11:25-30

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life.

 

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, March 26, 8:00 AM.  There was a great turnout for the first breakfast and there is room for many more! Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

Adult Sunday School

We will be beginning an Adult Sunday School Class. We will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service. We hope to meet twice per month, our first classes are March 6 and March 27. Come join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word.

 

Lions’ Breakfast Casserole Fundraiser

The next omelet breakfast will be held on March 20.  There will be no omelet breakfast in April due to Easter.  However, the Lions are doing a ham and cheese breakfast casserole fundraiser. Cost is $10 for an 8x8 and $15 for a 9x12 casserole. These can be heated immediately or frozen up to 4 weeks. Order forms are available at City Hall or the library or by contacting Kenny Thompson (319-240-1239), Chris Thompson (319-240-8633 or chris.thompson27@gmail.com). Orders and payments are due by March 25.

 





March 2022 Newsletter

February 27, 2022 Announcements



February 20, 2022 Announcements

February 13, 2022 Announcements


FEBRUARY 2022 NEWSLETTER

JANUARY 30, 2022   ANNOUNCEMENTS

JANUARY 9, 2022   ANNOUNCEMENTS

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November 28, 2021   Announcements




November 21, 2021   Announcements


November 14, 2021   Announcements


November 7, 2021   Announcements

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

ANNOUNCEMENTS 10/31/2021

ANNOUNCEMENTS 10/24/2021

OCTOBER 17, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS

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OCTOBER 3,   2021  ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Our church was honored as an the outstanding community organization at the annual City Recogniton Ceremony at the New Hartford October Celebration.  Pastor Chan accepted the award on behalf of the congregation

Coming Soon:  Pumpkin Fest in New Hartford, October 2, 2021


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Here's an opportunity to sign up to donate: (copy and paste link below)

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS



SEPTEMBER 2021 NEWSLETTER

AUGUST 22, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS


Please keep the following people in your prayers: 

Russ Truex, Alex Mooty, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, John McEnaney,, Aaron Burch, Janice Wiese,  Bonnie Rawdon, and Teresa (Bonnie Rawdon’s friend)

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter please contact Bev by Wednesday or email Eva at eva.depriest@yahoo.com Bev 319-983-2826 Or leave a message at the church 983-2232 And if there are any critical needs please call Pastor Chan 319-930-9034


BIBLE SCHOOL


 Bible School

     We wish to thank everyone for their help and support in making Bible School a great success this year.  We had 36 smiling faces who enjoyed messages, crafts, games, and singing. Each child made a WE ARE THE CHURCH quilt block and enjoyed a cookie that they made cut in the shape of their own hand, along with many sprinkles and lots of frosting.  Pastor and Joy brought us a wonderful message about church and school in Nigeria and Korea, along with some beautiful music and great costumes.  Special thanks to our Bible School helpers: Jean Eich, Denise LeBahn, Darla Payne, Donna Payne, Steve Koop, Pastor Chan and Joy, Dawn Cornelius, Judy Thompson, Madi Metz, Olivia Child, Aida Tott, Gentry Swarts, Grace Wood, Kale Petersen, and Cam Tott. 


SUNDAY SCHOOL


Sunday School will again reopen on Sunday, September 12.  We are once again looking for people to teach Sunday School much like we did last year.  You pick your Sunday, bring your own ideas or we will provide materials for you.  We really loved all the things many of you shared with the children last year, and we hope to repeat that again.  If you would like to teach anytime in September through December, please let Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker know.  We will schedule for the winter later this fall.  Thank you!



RECIPES NEEDED

    We are planning a HOMETOWN COOKBOOK as a fundraiser for the Splash Pad.  Our goal is to have it available for purchase at Christmas.  However, we need all those great family recipes! If you would like to submit a recipe or recipes, there are forms available at church or you may contact Sandy Becker by phone or email with your recipes (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com).

AUGUST 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS

AUGUST 2021 NEWSLETTER

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS  AUGUST 2021

Thank you from Sandy Becker for the partcipation from the church and so many others!  She received 110 pies for the fundraiser! 


Previous Announcements:


Announcements for the week beginning July 25  (or see box above)

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          100 PIES FOR RAGBRAI

       We are looking for 100 pies to cut and sell at RAGBRAI for the Splash Pad   

    Fundraiser on July 28.      We are looking for rhubarb, strawberry/rhubarb, peach,      cherry, apple, pecan, Brownie, and         

    raspberry pies.  If you would like to sign up, you can use this link:

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44AFA823A5FAC52-splash

Or you can sign up with Sandy Becker (3192694138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com).  We would like all sign up completed by July 25. Thank you!!


UPDATE:  Sandy received 110 pies!  She included the following thank-you to the New Hartford Community.  Thanks, to you, also, Sandy!

Dear Community Volunteers,

There are no words that can say thank you enough for the wonderful event our community put on yesterday. I wanted to start thanking everyone, but then realized there was no way to thank so many people who made this happen, many we don't even

know about. Instead I decided to make a list of thoughts about... You KNOW you are from the NEW HARTFORD COMMUNITY when you...

...have people ask, "Do you still need pies??"

...when you ask for a 100 pies and end up with 110 plus! ...you see the garden committee out ALL week preparing our beautiful city gardens

...when people who no longer live in NH, drive back just to volunteer!

...you have 20 bags of ice to unload and carry a block, and suddenly there is a line of people who just show up and start carrying ice

...your mayor, city council members, and maintenance crew are all emptying garbage and keeping a constant eye on the community

...your Lion's Club shows up in full force to fry burgers on a 100 degree day ...you ask for tractors for the riders to see and twelve amazing tractors show up

clean and sparkling and ready to be shared ...your local volunteer emergency crew keep constant vigil, helping riders and

assisting in whatever way is needed ...your city clerk lines up Maddie Poppe to perform in our little town

...local friends from the lowa Corn Growers show up to feed free sweet corn ...local farmers roll into town with tractors and cables for bikes to park between

...a family volunteers to paint the big wooden bike only days before RAGBRAI ..ladies from the New Hartford United Methodist Church and all over our community

are diligently baking pies, brownies, cookies ...numerous people take vacation days, volunteer their time just to make this event

happen

....you hear comments from riders, "This was a great stop!" "Free Sweet Corn!" "These pies are homemade? Wow! This is great!" "We stopped here last time it was here, and it was great again!" "Everyone just goes with the flow here."

Yes! It is an honor to be part of this community. Thank you to everyone who helped PUT US ON THE MAP!

Sandy Becker





We Are the Church Vacation Bible School

      Join us on August 8, 9, 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for Bible School.  Help us kick off Bible School on August 8 a little differently this year, with a picnic in the park! Everyone is invited...all ages, bring your family, your friends, your neighbors and join us for a great time! We will be playing kickball, yard games, board games, crafts, prizes and food (free) and treats to enjoy!! Join us at Packwaukee Park and bring your smiles!  Bible School will continue on Monday and Tuesday evenings for children who have completed one year of preschool to those who will be in 6th grade in the fall. Bible School on Monday and Tuesday will be held at the church from 5:30-7:30 p.m..  If you would like to help on any of the evenings, please contact Denise LeBahn, Jean Eich or Sandy Becker.


 







ANNOUNCEMENTS JULY 25, 2021

ANNOUNCEMENTS JULY 18,  2021

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          100 PIES FOR RAGBRAI

       We are looking for 100 pies to cut and sell at RAGBRAI for the Splash Pad Fundraiser on July 28.      We are looking for rhubarb, strawberry/rhubarb, peach, cherry, apple, pecan, Brownie, and         

    raspberry pies.  If you would like to sign up, you can use this link:

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44AFA823A5FAC52-splash

Or you can sign up with Sandy Becker (3192694138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com).  We would like all sign up completed by July 25. Thank you!!




BIBLE SCHOOL TEAM MEETING

There will be a Bible School Team Meeting on Wednesday, July 7, 6:00 p.m. at the church.  Please come help us plan stories and activities.  Our theme is WE ARE THE CHURCH, and we want as many of our church family involved in as many ways as possible and comfortable for them!! If you are able to help, but can't make the meeting, please contact Denise LeBahn, Jean Eich, or Sandy Becker.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 7/4/2021


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JUNE NEWSLETTER


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ANNOUNCEMENTS 5/23/21


CONFIRMATION SLIDESHOW 2021

Congratulations to our Seniors! God Bless you in your journey, we look forward to watching your success! The seniors honored last Sunday were:

Addy & Abby Sohn, daughters of Tyler & Jackie Sohn

2021 Graduates of Dike-New Hartford High School

 

Elie Considine, daughter of Chris & Sue Considine

2021 Graduate of Cedar Falls High School

 

Elizabeth Moore, daughter of Todd & LeAnn Moore & Mariah & Tim Wendel

2021 Graduate of Aplington-Parkersburg High School

 

Photo: (left to right) Abby Sohn, Addy Sohn, Elizabeth Moore, Elie Considine

(back) Pastor Chan



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JANUARY 2022 NEWSLETTER


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Above is a video made when we did the remodel and addition of the church several years ago.  It is such an important opportunity for churches to share with each other's  growth!  Please consider joining the Builder's CAll for a church this year!












The New Hartford, Iowa United Methodist church website has been updated and includes all the latest news church and much community information.  Please access it through this link:

 

https://sites.google.com/view/newhartfordumc/home?authuser=0

 

We also continue to livestream sermons on Facebook at this link: https://www.facebook.com/NewHartfordIowaMethodistChurch

 

We also do have a YouTube Channel, called, New Hartford United Methodist Church Iowa.  Our YouTube Channel is still in progress but some of the sermons, including the Christmas Eve message, are available.  If you would subscribe to the channel it would be appreciated. Here is a link below:

 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0VKIuqhvglFmOLCsO-mWUQ

 

Contact Lisa at 319-231-9468 or newhartfordunitedmc@gmail.com to add updates or information.  Most of the information will be obtained from the newsletter, bulletins, or sermons, but timely updates for prayer requests or changes or additions to other news would be appreciated.







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ANNOUNCEMENTS –October 9, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Kali & Theodore Kyhl, Randy Johnson, Family of Dixie Johnson, Kim Manley’s granddaughter

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

October Theme – Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Kleenex

 

Charge Conference

Charge Conference will be held on October 9, Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, 5:30 PM. If you would like a copy of the Charge Conference booklet, please let Sandy know. There will be a few available in the church lobby.

 

Adult Sunday School – October 9 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “Kindness.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will meet again on October 10,

6:00 PM.

October 29 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

October 19

Evening Circle -6:00 PM, Ad Council – 7:00 PM

 

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available at church. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Serving 10:30-12:30

Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9

Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In

 

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

 

Reminder that we would like information gathering sheet in regards to affiliation/disaffiliation back by October 16.


ANNOUNCEMENTS –October 2, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Kali & Theodore Kyhl, Randy Johnson, Dixie Johnson, Kim Manley’s granddaughter

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

October Theme – Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Kleenex

 

Adult Sunday School – October 9 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “patience.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will meet again on October 10,

6:00 PM.

October 29 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

 

Pumpkin Festival – October 1 - Packwaukee Park 11:00-2:30

Join us for Kid’s Activities, Farmers & Craft Market, Games in the Park, Silent Auction, All American Food, Citizen Awards, Pumpkin Giveaway

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Christopher and Kali Kyhl on the birth of Theodore Paul, September 22. Congratulations to grandparents, Curt and Lorie Kyhl and great-grandparents, Howard and Pam Kyhl!

 

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available at church. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Serving 10:30-12:30

Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9

Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In

 

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

 

Reminder that we would like information gathering sheet in regards to affiliation/disaffiliation back by October 16.


Administrative Council Meeting, September 21, 2022

 

 

Attendance: Steve Moore, Pastor Chan Kim, Ron Lichtneger, Denise LeBahn, Denise Gibbs, Carolyn Scobee, Rhonda Shaw, Sandy Becker

 

The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.

 

Minutes for August Meeting: Minutes approved

 

Lay Leader: Discussion of a few minor changes in fellowship hall rental agreement. Firemen have asked to hold Mental Health and Suicide Prevention discussion sponsored by Pathways in the fellowship hall.

 

Finance: Our giving is down, we are short for the month. Meeting will be held with Eva to align finances.

 

Endowment:  A new CD was purchased last month.

 

Youth: Approval of new leaders, Blaine & Josie Becker.

 

SPRC: Joint meeting with Parkersburg SPPRC on Wednesday, September 28, 6:00 PM.

 

Missions (Food Pantry): Dianna Bass is continuing to serve food bank in Bev’s absence. October theme will be paper products.

 

Circle of Friends: No report

 

Evening Circle: Organizational Meeting will be held September 21 at 6:00 PM. Discussed several service projects including Mother/Daughter Tea in April.

 

Memorials:  Nothing to report.

 

Trustees: No report

 

Christian Education: Sunday School has begun for both adults and children. We have a great group of teachers and each week is a specific theme: Love, Joy, Peace, etc. Bible Presentation will be scheduled in the near future.

 

Pastor’s Report: October 9, will be the Charge Conference at Trinity UM Church in Waverly, 5:30 PM.

 

Old Business: Rhonda is looking into church credit card situation.

 

New Business: Fall Dinner set for Nov. 6, discussion of affiliation or disaffiliation church family process, discussion of paying pianist (this will need to be approved by SPPRC).

 

 

Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, October 19, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker

 

 

 

What we do, not attend, in our worship

 

The faithful brothers and sisters in Christ,

May the kindness of God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ bless you and give you peace (Colossians 1:2).

 

In June 2011, Joy and I went to Nigeria with other short-term mission teams from the Iowa-Nigeria Partnership at the Iowa Annual Conference. On the first Sunday of that mission trip, we attended a Sunday service at a local church in the United Methodist Church in Nigeria. It was very impressive to me. It was very hot in mid-June, and a large congregation of over three hundred people gathered in the sanctuary. The highlight was special music called 'Special Number'. After reading the scriptures and before the sermon, children, youth, mission teams, women's groups (or men's groups), and choirs performed special music. They sang along with instruments such as their drums. Their songs and dances were getting faster and louder, and after an enthusiastic climax, their 'special number' was over. Men's groups sang but never danced. That Sunday worship service ended two and a half hours after it started.

 

The “Christ United Methodist Church” in Honolulu, Hawaii is the first Korean church established in the United States by Koreans who immigrated to Hawaii in 1902. They have a 'Dawn Prayer Service' at 5:30 am on Monday-Saturday, a 'Wednesday Service' at 7 pm on Wednesday, a 'Friday Prayer Meeting' on the first Friday of every month, and 7:00 am, 9:00 am and 11:15 am on Sundays. There are 'Sunday Worships' for young people who speak English at 11:15 and at 2 pm in Korean. Not all Korean churches in the United States do this, and it depends on the size of the church and the circumstances. In most North American Korean churches, parents and children worship separately, transcending denominations. From Kindergarten to University age services, they are often taught in English.

 

Our basic worship pattern is found on page 2 of The United Methodist Hymn. It has four simple parts: The Entrance, Proclamation and Response, Thanksgiving and Communion, and Sending Forth.[1]  We have a basic pattern of Sunday worship as a member of The United Methodist Church, but the worship services of Korean Americans, African Americans, Spanish Americans, and Caucasians all have their own characteristics. Why do congregations stand or sit during Sunday worship? I don't think this is simply giving people a chance to stretch their legs. It has more to do with some of the reasons below.  Standing implies an attitude of respect. Men will often stand when a woman joins the group. Congress stands when the President of the United States joins the Congress for the State of the Union address. Standing implies an attitude of reverence and honor, as standing for the national anthem or pledge of allegiance, the entrance of the bride at her wedding, or when a flag-draped coffin passes in a military cortege. We stand in worship: the call to worship, choral and congregational singing, prayers, Psalm or responsive reading, the exchange of peace, Doxology and Gloria Patri, and benediction. Some congregations stand for the reading of the gospel lesson. [2]

 

Each week, my sermons draw from Gospel of the lectionary readings for the day. The lectionary is a three-year cycle of readings - one from the Old Testament, one from the Psalms, one from an Epistle or Letter of the New Testament, and a reading from one of the Gospels. I believe following the lectionary forces us to hear parts of Scripture in worship we might otherwise avoid, and you will discover that over time, you will become more and more familiar with the story of salvation in the Bible. As United Methodists, we celebrate two sacraments: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper. We believe that both these sacraments are means by which God’s grace is given to us. We have Holy Communion on the first Sunday of every month. This combination of 'Word and Table' was the pattern clearly accepted when Luke wrote Emmaus' account in Luke 24:13-35. Anyone seeking God’s grace is welcome at our table.[3]

 

While the forms and patterns of worship may vary, there are some things we should keep in mind. The Danish theologian, Soren Kierkegaard, compared worship with going to the theater. He said that, for many Christians, going to worship was like going to see a play. They decided which show to see, dressed properly, arrived on time, were ushered to their seats, and waited for the show to begin. They were part of the audience that watched the performers - clergy, acolytes, musicians, and ushers - put on the play. At some time, they could expect to pay for admission - usually during intermission. After the play, they had dinner, went home, evaluated the performance, and decided whether to return to that theater or look for another. Then Kierkegaard asked, “Where is God in all of this?” The performers can put on a good show without God. Often, God is not the focus of attention. Sometimes, God is not even mentioned [4]

 

Worship is not something that we attend and watch, it is something that we DO. Here are some of our core convictions about worship: Worship is first and foremost about God. I invite you to come and worship with us and discover God’s presence and power in your life, as well as to open yourself to hearing God’s call to service and action.

 

Many Blessings!!

9/26/2022 Chan, your little servant


[1] https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/the-basic-pattern-of-worship

[2] https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/worship-posture

[3] https://www.umnews.org/en/news/walking-with-christ-do-you-know-the-way-to-emmaus

[4] https://www.umnews.org/en/news/what-does-contemporary-worship-really-mean

 

 

 

Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – October 16, 7:30-11:00

 

New Hartford Pumpkin Festival – October 1- Packwaukee Park

11:00 – 2:00 Silent Auction, All American Food, Farmers’ Market, Flea and Craft Sale, Cornhole Bags,

Pickleball Yard Game, Apples/Caramel sponsored by Peoples Savings Bank

Kids’ Activities: horse rides, small pumpkin decorating, kids’ games & crafts, walking animal balloons, Halloween tattoos

12:00 Annual Kubb Tournament (call City Hall to sign-up)

1:00 Aircare Helicopter lands

2:00 Community Awards (free cookies and coffee following ceremony)

2:00 Silent Auction closes – items can be picked up AFTER community awards

2:15 Children’s Costume Parade (prizes for all participants 6th grade and under)

Pumpkin Giveaway – After costume parade until pumpkins are gone (6th grade and under)

*In the event of inclement weather, activities will be moved to the Lions Club building

*All proceeds from the festival will go to the Splash Pad and Park Renovation Project

 

Splash Pad & Park Renovation Fundraisers

   The Fall Festival will host two major events that will directly benefit the Splash Pad and Park Renovation.  The first will be the All American Concession Stand with hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches, hot chocolate and cider, homemade bars, chips, and other yummy treats!  The second event will be our Silent Auction and Pie Auction.  We are featuring many baskets filled with goodies, Iowa Hawkeye gear, antique secretary's roll top desk from the old City Hall, two antique porcelain bed pans, an old spitoon, metal flowers coated and glazed with car paint, homemade pies,Tupperware and much more! Bidding begins at 11:00 and closes at 2:00 PM. All items can be picked up after the Community Awards. We hope you can join us to support this event!

 

Happy October Birthday!

                      Vila Ahrenholz          1

                      Halli Poock                2

                      Bud DeBuhr              4

                      Trista Metz               6

                      John Smith                8

                      Pat Nieman               9

                      Greg Schmitz           10

                      Jacob Wood             10

                      Barry Cuvelier          16

                      Steve Koop               17

                      Mary Beth Wood    17

                      Drew Becker            23

                      Joyce Smith              27

                      Luc DePriest             28

                      Sandra Bass              30

Happy Anniversary

                          Drew & Devin Becker   5

                          Russ & Rita Truex            21

                          Brad & Kobey Swarts  27

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.

 

 

October Musicians

                       October 2: Lisa Schmitz

                       October 9: Karen Nielsen

                       October 16: Karen Nielsen 

                       October 23:  Lisa Schmitz

                          October 30: Lisa Schmitz

                  

October Lay Readers

October 2: Sue Considine

October 9: Ron Lichtneger

October 16: Carolyn Scobee

October 23: Chris Considine

October 30: Denise LeBahn

 

 

October Ushers

Moore Family

 

October Hospitality Committee

Sue Considine, Chair – 939-1722

Bonnie Koop – 983-2351

 Robin Cole – 240-0035

 Lisa Schmitz – 231-9468

 

October Fellowship

October 2 : Denise Gibbs & Denise LeBahn

October 9: Joyce Smith

October 16: Carolyn Scobee & Ron Lichtneger

October 23: Angie & Steve Koop

October 30: Birthday Sunday/October Committee

 

October Sunday School

Adult Sunday School: October 9 & 23

Children’s Sunday School Schedule:

October 2 – Jean Eich (Patience)

October 9 – Katie & Denise LeBahn (Kindness)

October 16 – Jean Eich (Goodness)

October 23 – Casie Bass & Kiley Kyhl (Faithfulness)

October 30 – Sue Consdine (Gentleness)

*Grace Wood – Kdg./Nursery throughout the month

 

Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

 

September Collections

September 4: $1705.00

September 11: $1625.00

September 18: $464.00

September 25: $

 

Mission Minutes

October Food Pantry Theme

Paper Products: toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towels

Coin Tube Update: We are collecting the fall In-Gathering

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

 

 

Church News

 

New Youth Leaders

We are excited to announce our new youth leaders, Blaine & Josie Becker. Michael and Lindsey Schmitz will also be helping with the youth. We look forward to seeing all the new plans they have for our youth!

 

Men’s Breakfast

Breakfast will be Saturday, October 29, 8:00 AM. Join us for food and fellowship. If you have questions, contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs. Everyone welcome!

 

Evening Circle

Evening Circle will meet at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 19, at the church. Activities include service projects throughout the year and the Mother/Daughter Tea on April 23. Evening Circle will provide cookies/snacks for the Mental Health meeting on October 12, sponsored by the Firemen.

They will also provide some “extra” cookies in the freezer for Sunday fellowships that might not be covered. Additionally, this group will assist families during funeral visitations held at the church. If you are unable to make the meetings, but would like to help with projects, we want to include everyone!

 

Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church). The devotionals are free of charge and have some wonderful devotions.

Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, 5:30 PM. Thank you to everyone who completed forms in preparation for our Charge Conference meeting.

 

Monday Evening Bible Study

Monday Evening Bible Study began on Monday,

September 26. This group is studying Max Lucado’s book also, Grace, More than We Deserve, Greater than We Imagine. This group will meet on October 10 & 24, 6:00 PM at the church. Contact Denise Gibbs if you would still like to join!

 

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available at church. If you would like to sign-up, please contact Sandy Becker.

Fall Dinner

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Serving 10:30-12:30

Advanced tickets $8, At the Door $9

Turkey, Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Relish, Beverage, Pies & other Desserts

Drive-Up or Dine In

 

Affiliation/Disaffiliation

We continue to work through the materials provided about affiliation and disaffiliation with the United Methodist Church in regards to Annual Conference possible preferences. Please have worksheets with questions and information gathering into the church by Sunday, October 16. Further information is available at the church or contact the church office.

 






New Hartford United Methodist Church

Drive-Up Or Dine-In Fall Dinner 2022

Sunday, November 6

Delivered to your car or Dine-In at the Church

 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Serving: ham, turkey, cheesy potatoes, green beans, bread, relishes, pie and other desserts

(Tickets can be purchased at the New Hartford City Hall, New Hartford Public Library, Email newhartumc@q.com, or contact/text Sandy Becker: 319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com)

Advanced Ticket Sale Begins Oct. 9 and Ends Nov. 3

Advanced Tickets $8.00

Day of Event Tickets $9.00


ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 25, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

September Theme - Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Fabric Softener

 

Adult Sunday School – September 25 – 8:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “peace.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will begin on Monday, September 26, 6:00 PM at the church.  This group will meet every other Monday. If you would still like to join or have questions, please contact

Denise Gibbs (269-6043).

September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

Church Fall Dinner

It’s that time again to start thinking about our annual fall dinner! It will be held November 6. A donation sign-up will be available beginning Sunday, September 25, at church. More information to follow.

Silent Auction and Pie Auction

There will be a silent auction and pie auction held at the Fall Festival in New Hartford on October 1.  We are looking for items for the silent auction and pie bakers for a pie auction. There will be forms available at church if you would like to donate. We would like to have all donations registered. All proceeds will go to the splash pad/park renovations.

Mental Health Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Discussion

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 6:00-7:30

New Hartford United Methodist Church

Join the New Hartford Fire Department and Jackie Preston, CPS, MA Provider Services Coordinator from Pathways Behavioral Services for a presentation on the topic of suicide prevention. The discussion will include issues with stigmatizing language, warning signs, facts and myths, and resources. Contact Kobey Swarts for questions and information (319-404-4435).

 

Happy 80th Birthday, Karen Campbell (September 17)!

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 18, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

September Theme - Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Fabric Softener

 

Adult Sunday School – Sunday, September 25, 8:00-9:00 AM

This group is studying Max Lucado’s book about Grace. Everyone is welcome to join any time!

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

This week’s theme for Sunday School is “Joy.”

 

Evening Bible Study Group

The evening Bible study group will begin on Monday, September 26, 6:00 PM at the church.  This group will meet every other Monday. If you would still like to join or have questions, please contact

Denise Gibbs (269-6043).

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Colin & Kayla (Kyhl) Hubbard on the arrival of their daughter, Hailey Marie, on September 8. Hailey weighted 8 lbs. 12 oz. and was 21 inches long. Congratulations to grandparents, Curt & Lorie Kyhl and great-grandparents, Howard & Pam Kyhl!

 

September 21 – Evening Circle Organizational Meeting

6:00 PM at the Church

 

September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.

 

Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.

Fall Mission Project

This fall’s mission project will be In Gathering. Coin Tube collections will go toward monetary donations, blankets can be purchased for a $10 donation, school kits are being assembled, and pigs can be purchased for $120 each.

 

Silent Auction and Pie Auction

There will be a silent auction and pie auction held at the Fall Festival in New Hartford on October 1.  We are looking for items for the silent auction and pie bakers for a pie auction. There will be forms available at church if you would like to donate. We would like to have all donations registered by September 19. All proceeds will go to the splash pad/park renovations.

 

September 18 – Lions’ Omelet Breakfast


ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 13, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 


September Theme - Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Fabric Softener


September 11 – First Sunday of Sunday School!!

 

Adult Sunday School 8:00-9:00 AM

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

(Nursery through 6th Grade)



September 12 – Bible Study Organizational Meeting

Village Inn, Cedar Falls, 6:00 PM, please RSVP to 

Denise Gibbs (269-6043) if you plan to attend.


September 21 – Evening Circle Organizational Meeting

6:00 PM at the Church


September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship! Please contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.


Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.

Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church).


Fall In Gathering

Our new coin tube and church mission will be to gather funds for the annual Fall In Gathering.  Wool blankets can be purchased for $10, school kits are being put together, pigs can be purchased, and all funds will go towards this mission. Items and monetary donations will be taken to the In Gathering in Cedar Falls in November.


Silent Auction and Pie Auction

There will be a silent auction and pie auction held at the Fall Festival in New Hartford on October 1.  We are looking for items for the silent auction and pie bakers for a pie auction. There will be forms available at church if you would like to donate. We would like to have all donations registered by September 15. All proceeds will go to the splash pad/park rennovations.



ANNOUNCEMENTS –September 4, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Bonnie Koop

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue

 

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

September Theme - Laundry Detergent

 

September 11 – First Sunday of Sunday School!!

 

Adult Sunday School 8:00-9:00 AM

Children’s Sunday School 9:00 AM

(Nursery through 6th Grade)

 

September 12 – Bible Study Organizational Meeting

Village Inn, Cedar Falls, 6:00 PM, please RSVP to

Denise Gibbs (269-6043) if you plan to attend.

 

September 21 – Evening Circle Organizational Meeting

6:00 PM at the Church

 

September 24 – Men’s Breakfast 8:00 AM at the church. Join us for food and fellowship!

 

Ad Council/Charge Conference

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.

 

Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church).


September Newsletter

Administrative Council Meeting, August 17, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Pastor Chan Kim, Ron Lichtneger, Denise LeBahn, Denise Gibbs, Carolyn Scobee, Lara Kyhl, Sandy Becker


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Steve.


Minutes for June/July Meeting: Minutes approved


Lay Leader: Thank you to the ladies who have served funerals. Discussion of community Wings/Jams groups that will be held in Dike Community Bldg. Report on refrigerator break down and repair.


Finance: New CD was purchased, $2000 short for July budget.


Endowment:  No report.


Youth: Looking for new youth leader(s). Discussion of advertising at UNI or Wartburg for college student to lead meetings with parents chaperoning. Lara volunteered to mentor new leader(s). 


SPRC: No report


Missions (Food Pantry): Dianna Bass is continuing to serve food bank in Bev’s absence.


Circle of Friends: No report


Evening Circle: Organizational Meeting will be held September 21 at 6:00 PM.


Memorials:  Jeff & Denise Gibbs planted bushes on north side of church and replaced damaged tree in memory of Roy & Verna Gibbs.


Trustees: No report


Christian Education: Sunday School will begin for children and adults on September 11. We have 4-5 people/groups that will rotate through teaching Sunday School for the children.


Pastor’s Report: Attended Quilt of Valor Ceremony and gave opening and closing prayers. Charge Conference will be October 9. Will be gone on vacation August 22-28 and October 24-30.


Old Business: 


New Business: Handle on north door loose. Will need replaced. Discussed credit card for purchases of office, janitorial, and kitchen supplies (Rhonda and Carolyn will check into this).  Sandy will have Charge Conference Forms to Committee chairmen by September 1.



Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker 



O Lord, how long shall we continue to keep the division on the Korean Peninsula?

When will peace come to the painful and broken land of Korea?

When will the South and the North lay down the weapons aimed at each other, hold each other’s hand, and sing a song of peace?

When will you lift the thick shadow of division?


O Lord, we have been living in pain of division for a long time.

Following the brotherly Korean War with its incalculable number of deaths, countless families were separated by the war and many people lost their livelihood.

The forces of the division system are the major stumbling blocks in the path toward peace and reunification while military tensions are rising on the Korean Peninsula in the midst of mistrust.

Our hearts break when we look at the rusty barbed wire.

O Lord, grant your healing grace to those suffering from the wounds of division.


On August 7th, at 2pm, an event was held at the Veterans Park in New Hartford. It was a gathering to present the 'Quilt of Valor' to the veterans in this town, and I was asked to give the opening prayer and blessing as pastor of New Hartford United Methodist Church. I arrived around 1:45 and the women had already put the quilts on the table, and people of all ages including children were gathering like a cloud. Veterans who participated in the Korean War, Vietnam War, Afghanistan, and Iraq war gathered on the stage. It started with the members of the honor guard marching with the Stars and Stripes flag in front. It started to rain, but no one moved. Each of the veterans was called by name and given a 'quilt of valor'. Among them, Laverne Becker, a member of my church, was a veteran of the Korean War. One of my New Hartford church members, Larry Bass, a Vietnam War veteran, is struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder. As a Korean American, and as a pastor, I thank them, and this event was an honor for me as well.


“May God grant us peace not war, love not hate!” Amen.


Chan Kim, your little servant.


Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – September 18

    Lions’ Omelet Breakfast will resume in September. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Thank you to our Lions’ Club for providing this community gathering and for their continued support of our community.

New Hartford Fall Festival – October 1

Festivities begin at 11:00 a.m. 

Join in the fun for craft and vendor booths, children’s costume parade, All American foods, Community Awards, Silent Auction and much more!!

Silent Auction & Pie Auction during Fall Festival

If you would like to donate an item or a pie for the silent auction, please contact Sandy Becker by September 15. All proceeds will be used to fund the splash pad area.


Happy September Birthday!

                         Karen Nielsen               3

                         Tate Grant                    3

                         Luke Becker                  5

                         Rhonda Shaw               5

                         Kobey Swarts               5

                         Skye Dennis                  8

                         Donna Payne               10

                         Carla Everts                 15

                         Lorie Kyhl                     15

                         Robin Cole                   16

                         Jessica DePriest          18

                         Greg Gerloff                20

                         Devin Becker               20

                         Larry Bass                    27

                         Sandy Becker              28

                         Alexa Schmitz             30

                         Josie Becker                30

Happy Anniversary

Michael & Lindsey Schmitz    1

                    Jeff & Denise Gibbs                 4

                    Terry & Jan Simcox                  5

Bryan & MaryBeth Wood     18

                    Herluf & Loris Prostine          19

                    Luke & Hannah Becker          26

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.



September Musicians

                          September 4: Audio

                          September 11: Karen Nielsen

                          September 18:  Audio

                          September 25: Lisa Schmitz

                      

September Lay Readers

September 4: Kim Manley

September 11: Sandy Becker

September 18: Lara Kyhl

September 25: Sue Considine



September Usher

Jerry Nielsen


September Hospitality Committee

Rhonda Shaw, Chair – 239-5508

Bev Maas – 983-2826

MaryBeth Wood – 230-7749

Dawn Cornelius – 939-3380


September Fellowship

September 4 : Coffee/Juice

September 11: Pat Moore & Barb Latwesen

September 18: Michael & Lindsey Schmitz

September 25: Birthday Sunday/September Committee


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00


August Collections

August 7: $1384.00

August 14: $1078.00

August 21: $ no count

August 28: $


Mission Minutes

September Food Pantry Theme 

Laundry Detergent

We received and several items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We are collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 



 


Church News


Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue.


Men’s Breakfast

Men’s Breakfast will begin again in September. Our first breakfast will be Saturday, September 24, 8:00 AM. Join us for food and fellowship. If you have questions, contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs. Everyone welcome!


Bible Study Organizational Meeting

Bible Study To Start!   An organizational dinner meeting for bible study is planned for Monday, September 12th, at 6:00 p.m. at Village Inn, Cedar Falls.  We will discuss the schedule for bible study  (held in the evenings) and picking a book.  Bible study will be led by Di Bass and held at church.  If you plan to attend the organizational meeting, please RSVP via call or text to Denise Gibbs at 269-6043.  Everyone is welcome to attend!


Evening Circle

Evening Circle will hold an organizational meeting on Wednesday, September 21, 6:00 PM. We will be discussing what are best nights for meetings and making plans for the upcoming months.






Sunday School will begin September 11

Sunday School will be starting again!! Join us for Sunday School at 9:00 AM. Classes will be available for children nursery through 6th grade. Everyone is welcome!


Adult Sunday School

Adult Sunday School will begin on September 11. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. Class will begin at 8:00 AM. Join us for coffee and Bible study. (September 11 & 25).


Ad Council

Ad Council will meet on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 PM.  Charge Conference will be held on October 9, this year in Waverly. Committee chairs will be given forms to fill out and complete by September 21.  If you have questions, please contact Steve Moore or Sandy Becker.


Upper Room Devotionals

Upper Room devotionals for September/October are available at the church. If you would like one mailed to you, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138 or leave a message at the church). The devotionals are free of charge and have some wonderful devotions.


 


      S

   LSunday School

Begins

Children 9 AM

Adults 8 AM






ANNOUNCEMENTS – August 21, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier, Family of Jack Davis, Family of Mike Weichers.

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue


Thank You

Thank you to everyone who donated school supplies for students and classrooms. School supplies were delivered to the school on Thursday for teachers and students in need.


Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns. 

Food Pantry Theme for August 

 Condiments: Mustard, Ketchup, Ranch Dressing

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Dusty & Isabell Manley on the birth of Daxton Salem on August 7, 2022. Daxton weighed 8 lbs. Congratulations to Grandma, Kim Manley and Great-Grandpa, Ron LIchtneger.


Jack Davis

   Eugene “Jack” Davis, 82, of New Hartford, Iowa, died Thursday, August 11, 2022, at his home in New Hartford.

  Jack was born February 1, 1940, in Toledo, Iowa, the son of William and Zenaide (Hill) Davis. At the age of four his family moved to New Hartford where he would live his entire life, sometimes in town and sometimes in the country. He graduated from New Hartford Community School in 1958. On June 6, 1961, he was united in marriage to Lola (Bogue) Davis in Toledo. To this union four children were born. Jack farmed alongside his father for several years before beginning his career at the University of Northern Iowa. He worked in several capacities there, from the science building and greenhouse to the grounds, West Gym and the UNI Dome. Jack worked tirelessly at UNI and was seen as a tremendous asset to the staff and students. He always went above and beyond to get the job done right. On May 7, 1999, he retired from UNI.

  In retirement Jack enjoyed working in his greenhouse at home and tending to projects around New Hartford. He also enjoyed small engine repair and the antique acres. He was a longtime member of New Hartford United Methodist Church.

  Jack is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lola Davis of New Hartford, four children; Kelly (Kevin) Bolton of New Hartford, Jeffrey (Janice) Davis of New Hartford, Curtis (Melissa) Davis of Plainfield and Harold (Nicole Schomaker) Davis of Nevada, IA, seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren and several niece, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard Davis and a sister, Ada Horn.

  Funeral Services were held at the church on Monday, August 15, at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Chan Kim officiating.


Mark your Calendars!

September 11 – First Day of Sunday School



August Newsletter

Administrative Council Meeting, July 20, 2022

 

 

Attendance: Steve Moore, Pastor Chan Kim, Ron Lichtneger, Rhonda Shaw, Sandy Becker

 

The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.

Due to the fact that we did not have a quorum (7 members), no decisions were voted on. A few reports were given.

 

Minutes for June Meeting: unable to approve due to lack of quorum

 

Lay Leader: Reported that we will have a church picnic on July 24. Shared that Ben Cuvelier will speak in church on July 31, about his mission trip to Uganda.

 

Finance: No report.

 

Endowment:  No report.

 

Youth: No report.

 

SPRC: A meeting was held after church to discuss treasurer situation.

 

Missions (Food Pantry): No report.

 

Circle of Friends: No report

 

Evening Circle: No report

 

Memorials:  No report.

 

Trustees: No report

 

Christian Education: Bible School will be held July 25 & 26, 5:30-7:30

 

Pastor’s Report: Reported visiting

 

Old Business: Color for foyer and hall to north door – Agreeable Gray

 

New Business: Sidewalk/concrete on north side areas that need raised

 

 

Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker

 

 

 No Price Tag”

 

Dear Church Family,

May God's grace and blessings be with you in your family, work, and business!!

 

I started my life in America in 2001. When I went to a gas station in the US and saw the price in dollars per gallon, my head was confused. The United States uses feet, yards, and miles instead of meters (m) as units of length, ounces, and pounds instead of kilograms (kg) as units of weight, and gallons instead of liters (ℓ) as units of volume. That is why it gets complicated when you see prices in dollars per gallon at US gas stations. First, you have to convert gallons to liters, then convert dollars ($) to won (₩) and compare them to won per liter. Anyway, do you remember your gas price 20 years ago? When I was in the Rockville area of ​​Maryland in 2001, it was about $1, 20 to 30 cents a gallon. My church members, who immigrated to the US about 10 years before me, told me, "Pastor Kim, when I first filled up gas at the gas station, it was 99 cents a gallon." Around 2004, when it was over $2 a gallon, in amazement I heard, "Wow! Over $2 a gallon, how could this be?"

 

Time flies, and in 2022, pump prices have skyrocketed for a while. The record high for the average price of gas in Iowa was $4.761 for regular unleaded on June 15th. Over the month of July, gas prices have fallen and fallen. That is obviously good news for drivers in the USA, however the price of gas is still high compared to what it was this time last year. When I fill my tank with gas at the gas station, "Gas price, those numbers I read, are they right? More than $70 for my Kia Sorrento?” I am not oil and gas expert, but every article I have read points to the Russian invasion of Ukraine as the primary reason gas prices are soaring.

 

I do not know how other people or pastors feel, but at least for me, it is tough to talk about money in my sermons or newsletters or in any way. Some of you consider talking about money to be taboo, some just feel uncomfortable with the topic, some barely have money to survive on, and some people have so much money but do not want to part with it. All of these issues keep us from talking about money in the church or within the congregation. Hmmm…. Does any of that sound like what runs through your head every once in a while? We do not always want to admit it, but money sure plays a big role in our lives. Many say it is what makes the world go round. Someone else said, “It doesn’t matter if you’re Black or White… the only color that really matters is green.” Money is a reality of life, but the question is what kind of role does it play? This is, however, one of the issues that we cannot and should not avoid. So, as a Christian, How are you responding to rising food prices, soaring gasoline prices and high inflation? When I hear numbers, statistics or economics, my brain freezes and it's just a number on a piece of paper. I read articles on a Christian site called 'Money and Inflation'. I've come up with a brief article that I understood about inflation and its effects.

We can look at what inflation does with the following example. Suppose a town’s economy is worth one hundred dollars and the price of everything is set against this standard. At no time is there more than one hundred total dollars in circulation: A man in this town owes the bank ten dollars, but he cannot repay the loan, and so he makes a counterfeit ten dollar bill to repay the bank with the fake money. He has just increased the money supply by ten dollars. However, over time, people begin to notice that there are more dollars in circulation than previously thought. Money is now less valuable because it is less scarce, and merchants increase prices to make a living. The increase in the money supply partly leads to inflation.

 

Inflation strongly impacts the poor and the elderly. Older people usually live on fixed incomes, and their purchasing power goes down as the money supply goes up because their currency loses value. Similarly, the poor lose what little purchasing power they already had. So, some have called inflation “the cruelest tax of all.”  The biblical mandate to meet the needs of the orphan and widow is all the more urgent when inflation runs rampant. What should we and can we do on top of everything we can do to encourage government fiscal discipline to protect the vulnerable from inflation?

 

Often the issue is who needs to be helped. There is no price tag attached to knowing God or sharing His love. I would like to share the words of the Bible with you, the true people of God.

“When you are harvesting in your field and you overlook a sheaf, do not go back to get it. Leave it for the foreigner, the fatherless and the widow, so that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands.” (Deuteronomy 24:19 New International Version)

“Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.” (Philippians 2:3-4 New Living Translation)

 

Blessings!!

Chan

Your little servant

 

Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – September 18

There will be no Lions’ Omelet Breakfasts in July or August. Breakfasts will resume in September. Thank you to our Lions’ Club for providing this community gathering and for their continued support of our community.

 

Splash Pad

 If you have driven by Packwaukee Park, you will see that Splash Pad construction is underway! Due to several delays, the project will not be completed until next spring.  Our goals for this summer include finishing plumbing, building construction, concrete work, handicapped parking, updates to concrete and restrooms for handicapped accessibility and fencing.  Next spring we will install equipment, benches, receptacles, signage and planters.  We will plan a GRAND OPENING in May 2023. We can't thank our community enough for all of their support with this project! We will continue with a few fundraisers in order to pay for the increased cost of installation.  If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Becker or Shawna Hagen.

 

Quilts of Valor

Sunday, August 7, 2:00 PM, several members of our community and surrounding communities will receive Quilts of Valor. The Quilts of Valor Foundation has presented 315,804 quilts to veterans.  Our local American Legion Post 660 will be presenting the quilts at the City Gardens Veteran’s Park, in the event of rain the ceremony will be held in the Community Building. The public is invited to attend.  Veterans receiving quilts are: Larry Bass (US Army), Mark Youngberg (US Army E-5), Chad Mackie (US Army Lt. Colonel), Michael Luck (US Army E-4), Tom Ambrose (US Marines E-4), Laverne Becker (US Army Corporal), Lucas Shull (US Marines-Sergeant), Richard Wagner (US Army E-6 Staff Sergeant), and Bob North.  Please join the festivities as we thank these men and their families for their service.


Happy August Birthday!

                         Melissa Dennis           1

                         James (Jr) Cole           3

                         Hudson Schmitz         6

                         Jeff Gibbs                      12

                         Graham Schmitz      15

                         Harold Chapman     18

                         Lane Bass                      20

                         Pam Kyhl                       21

                         Stan Everts               22

                         Michael Schmitz      22

                         Terry Mooty             24

                         Parker Latwesen     24

                         Kevin Kyhl                 29

 

Happy Anniversary

                         Al & Rhonda Shaw               6

                         Randy & Becky Johnson   14

                         Blaine & Josie Becker        28

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.

 

 

August Musicians

                          August 7: Audio

                          August 14: Karen Nielsen

                          August 21:  Karen Nielsen

                          August 28: Audio

                  

 

August Lay Readers

August 7: Denise LeBahn

August 14: Kim Manley

August 21:  Sandy Becker

August 28: Steve Koop

 

 

 

August Ushers

Gary Becker Family

 

August Hospitality Committee

Carolyn Scobee, Chair – 239-7966

Denise Gibbs – 269-6043

Jean Eich – 277-6484

Linda Youngberg – 269-3277

 

August Fellowship

August 7: Angie & Steve Koop

August 14: Sandy Becker & Jean Eich

August 21: Barb Latwesen

August 28: Birthday Sunday/August Committee

 

Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

 

July Collections

July 3: $1,170.00

July 10: $970.00

July 17: $ no count

July 24: $715.00

July 31: $

 

Mission Minutes

August Food Pantry Theme

Condiments: Mustard, Ketchup, Ranch Dressing

We received several pork loins from Iowa Select and several items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We are collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.

Food Bank

For food bank needs, please contact Di Bass (319-269-5196) or Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) until Bev returns.

    

Church News

Church Family Picnic

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Church Family Picnic.  We had a beautiful evening with LOTS of good food. The children enjoyed a scavenger hunt to kick off Bible School.

 

Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up.

Administrative Council

If you are a member of the Ad Council, we need to stress the importance of attendance as much as possible at the council meetings. In order to move forward with decisions we need to have a quorum present.  This voting body would be 7 people. If you are not sure if you are an ad council member, please check with Steve Moore or the bulletin board in the foyer. Thank you.

Youth Leaders Needed!

Our youth are the foundation of our church; they ensure that our church will continue to grow.  We are in need of someone or a group that are willing to lead the Youth Group (6th Grade – 12th Grade young people.) Youth Group, in the past, has met once or twice per month. The church issues a monthly check for help with food expenses, etc.  There is also a youth account which has funds for special projects, etc. If you would be willing to help or be part of a group that helps with this, please let Lara Kyhl or Sandy Becker know as soon as possible, so that this group can continue.

 

School Supplies for Students & Classrooms

The school supply lists are out and there are many supplies needed by students this year.  Bev has taken stock of some of the items we already have.  Below is a list of items that we don’t have many of that students will need. Additionally, there are many items that classrooms need, we will have a collection box by the school supplies and it will be taken to the New Hartford School in early August.

School Supplies                         Classroom Supplies

Crayola Crayons (packs of 24)   Kleenex

Crayola Water Color paints       Disinfectant wipes

2 pocket folders                         Gallon & Sandwich Size

Box of 8-10 Crayola markers         Ziplock bags

Fiskars scissors                      Hand sanitizer

Dry erase markers              Plastic forks & spoons

Yellow #2 pencils                  Bottles of hand soap

Pencil boxes                          Paper plates

Pencil top erasers                      Scotch Tape

Highlighters

Colored Pencils

Fine point black Sharpies

 

Bible School

Monday and Tuesday, July 25 & 26, children learned about the treasures found in the Bible that God leads us to.  We learned about David & Goliath, Jesus and the blind man, we sang songs, made a survival kit, and had tons of fun! Thank you to our Bible School volunteers, Pastor Chan, and those of you who donated supplies and snacks.  It takes many willing hands to make Bible School possible!

 

Preschoolers listening to the story of David & Goliath!

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 


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ANNOUNCEMENTS – July 31, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick,  Loris Prostine, Lynn (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl, Bev Maas, Kent Cuvelier

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Due to guest speaker this week, there will be no weekly newsletter.


REMINDER!

Ben Cuvelier – Uganda Mission Trip

Please join us on THIS Sunday, July 31, 9:00 AM, as Ben Cuvelier shares with us through photos and words his mission trip to Uganda. Many of our church family supported this mission, and Ben would like to share how the funds were used for the people of Uganda. 


THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR BIBLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS


Meals for Bev

Bev will be coming home from the hospital on Thursday. We would like to plan some small meals for a couple of weeks while she gets back on her feet. A sheet will be passed in church on Sunday or you can contact Sandy Becker to sign up for a date August 1 – August 13.




ANNOUNCEMENTS     JULY 24,   2022

ANNOUNCEMENTS – July 24, 2022


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick,  Loris Prostine, Lynn (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl, Bev Maas

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Bible School – “He Leadeth ME!”

July 24 – Church Family Picnic – 6:00-7:30 PM

We will be hosting a Church Family Picnic at the New Hartford City Park on July 24. EVERYONE is invited, this is NOT just for Bible School. Bring a side dish, if you’d like, your lawn chair(s), yard games, and be ready to have some fun and fellowship. Hot dogs, maidrites, chips, ice cream, and beverage will be provided.


July 25 & 26 Bible School – 5:30-7:30 PM

Come join us for Bible School!! Our theme this year is “He Leadeth Me!” Come along as we hunt for the “treasures” in God’s Word as He leads us on this exciting journey to his LOVE!! There will Bible stories, snacks, crafts, games, singing and MORE!! Children in Preschool through 5th Grade (last school year) are invited to attend. 

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed to help with Bible School, please let Sandy Becker or Jean Eich know if you are able to help.

Ben Cuvelier – Uganda Mission Trip

Please join us on Sunday, July 31, 9:00 AM, as Ben Cuvelier shares with us through photos and words his mission trip to Uganda. Many of our church family supported this mission, and Ben would like to share how the funds were used for the people of Uganda. 


Quilt Presentation

Join in the celebration on August 7, 2:00 PM, at Veteran’s Park in New Hartford as Larry Bass, Viet Nam Veteran, is presented with an Honor Quilt.  The New Hartford American Legion will be presenting the quilt made by the northern Iowa Honor Quilt Foundation.


School Supplies for Students & Classrooms

The school supply lists are out and there are many supplies needed by students this year.  Bev has taken stock of some of the items we already have.  Below is a list of items that we don’t have many of that students will need. Additionally, there are many items that classrooms need, so we will have a collection box by the school supplies and it will be taken to the New Hartford School in August.

School Supplies  Classroom Supplies

Crayola Crayons (packs of 24) Kleenex

Crayola Water Color paints                  Disinfectant wipes

2 pocket folders                                     Gallon & sandwich size Ziplocs

Box of 8-10 Crayola markers Scotch tape   

Fiskars scissors Hand sanitizer

Dry erase markers Plastic forks & spoons

Yellow #2 pencils Bottles of hand soap

Pencil boxes Paper plates

Pencil top erasers

Highlighters

Colored Pencils

Fine point black Sharpies


Food Pantry Theme for July – Paper Towels




ANNOUNCEMENTS – July 17, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick,  Loris Prostine, Lynn (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell, Pam Kyhl

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Bible School – “He Leadeth ME!”

July 24 – Church Family Picnic – 6:00-7:30 PM

We will be hosting a Church Family Picnic at the New Hartford City Park on July 24. Bring a side dish, if you’d like, your lawn chair(s), yard games, and be ready to have some fun and fellowship. Hot dogs, maidrites, chips, ice cream, and beverage will be provided.

 

July 25 & 26 Bible School – 5:30-7:30 PM

Come join us for Bible School!! Our theme this year is “He Leadeth Me!” Come along as we hunt for the “treasures” in God’s Word as He leads us on this exciting journey to his LOVE!! There will Bible stories, snacks, crafts, games, singing and MORE!! Children in Preschool through 5th Grade (last school year) are invited to attend.

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed to help with Bible School, please let Sandy Becker or Jean Eich know if you are able to help.

 

Items Needed for Bible School – Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who donated items and snacks for Bible School.  We appreciate the support of our Church Family!

 

Food Pantry Theme

July – PCaper Towels

 

Congratulations

We take this opportunity to congratulate Tom and Kori Koop on the baptism of Lucy Kay Koop. Lucy’s baptism will be this Sunday, July 17. We are excited to welcome little Lucy to our church family.

 

Upcoming Dates

July 20 – Ad Council (7:00 PM)

July 24 – Church Family Picnic (6-7:30 PM)

July 25 & 26 – Bible School (5:30-7:30 PM)

It was you who set all the boundaries of the earth; you made both summer and winter. (Psalms 74:17)

 


July 3 Announcments 

JULY NEWSLETTER 2022

Administrative Council Meeting, June 15, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Carolyn Scobee, Bev Maas, Pastor Chan Kim, Denise LeBahn, Ron Lichtneger


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Steve Moore.


Minutes for May Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Attendance has remained steady on average. Father’s Day gifts are purchased and will be given out during Children’s Time on Sunday, June 19.


Finance: No report.


Endowment:  No report.


Youth: No report.


SPRC: A meeting will be scheduled with Parkersburg UMC SPRC.


Missions (Food Pantry): We helped 56 families in May and 3 so far in June. We received many food items from our church family. Coin Tube Update: We are now collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be Wednesday, July 6, at 10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 1 sympathy and 10 thinking of you cards in June.


Evening Circle: No report


Memorials:  No report.


Trustees: Power wash church with Ron and helpers.


Christian Education: Need Bible School leaders. Bibles have arrived; Denise will pay with Tim’s Memorial money.


Pastor’s Report: Fishing, has visited Jack & Lola frequently, Tom & Kori Koop will be meeting in regards to Lucy’s baptism


Old Business: Reversal of decision from May; will keep papers for hall.


New Business: Carolyn has made a list of church improvements: cement on walk way, pillars by front door, wash outside of church, new lights by front door, chinking.



Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 20, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker (minutes were taken by Bev Maas in my absence)






We Are The Church Family


It has been a little warm for the past few days. I wonder how you are feeling today, and I pray to Heavenly Father for your peace and health. How are your children and grandchildren? How about the beautiful flowers and plants in your garden, and the soybean and corn crops? In my garden, I harvested radish, a vegetable that Koreans love to eat in summer, and my wife Joy made 열무김치(Yeolmu-Kimchi). Most Koreans love to eat cold noodles in summer. You boil the noodles (which are similar in thickness to angel hair noodles) and drain the water. You put the noodles in a bowl, put "yeolmu-kimchi" on top, add spicy red pepper paste, and mix well. Then when you are ready to eat, grab your chopsticks and slam the yeolmu kimchi noodles. If you wish, you can pour the broth with ice over the noodles and "yeolmu kimchi" in a bowl. Joy prepared this for dinner on the 22nd and before eating it I got a chance to take a picture. You may not be familiar with 'yeolmu kimchi' or its spicy taste, but if you ever try and taste it, you will understand my mouth watering feeling on a sweltering summer day. This is the story of the first harvest in my garden so far this year. Other than that, I hope you do not ask more about my garden; "Chan, shame on you", I am feeling about myself. About ten days ago? For days after the rain, I did not have time to take care of my garden. The weeds grew too high and fast, and all the sprouting carrots, lettuce, leeks, and spinach were gone. "Am I growing weeds in a fenced garden?" I am thinking to myself. I am fighting weeds in my garden to protect the peppers, beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, and eggplants. Bugs that smelled my sweat attacked me and bit my back, elbows, shoulders, and sides. That itch, how annoying it is, you know

.

 

Last June 16 at 9:30 am at New Hartford Church, I met Tommy, Kori, and their three-month-old daughter, Lucy. This was a meeting to prepare for Lucy's baptism. It was an hour-long meeting, but it gave me a wonderful opportunity to get closer to them as I heard their life and faith journey, and also got to know Tommy and Kori's plans and wishes for Lucy. I was drawing me into their family, and I hope they feel the same way. I could not remember when that day was because I did not put it on my smartphone calendar. Anyway, as I am writing this on the 21st, it must have been the 13th or one day of the week. That day I was visiting one of the members of the Parkersburg Church. We exchanged greetings and I explained the reason for my visit. While we chatted happily, I was told: "You have no family, no friends... no relatives here. Of course, your church members are around you, but I think you could feel alone. I hope you don't feel it." This is not the first time I have heard it, but I feel like I am with someone.

 

These days, on summer vacation, some of my church members and their families are having an enjoyable time and I see them through social networking services. There are 'family photos' taken in Iowa's corn fields, or photos of some families sitting around the table eating cakes and sweets. I can imagine the smiles, chatter, happiness, and joy that they create as a large family in their various photos. When I went to concerts, dance recitals, baseball, football, and Grad parties, their great-grandparents, grandparents, and parents were there. Confirmation services and baptismal services, of course, they are together. The daily life of extended families can no longer be found in large cities such as New York and Seoul, and nuclear family culture. It is a great blessing to me to be able to experience this in New Hartford or Parkersburg, Iowa. In my family, I have never had the experience of being with my grandparents, parents, and cousins. Because my father had to flee in the middle of the night in a hurry during the Korean War, he left all his family in North Korea and came down South. I have never seen my grandfather's and grandmother's faces, and I have not met cousins ​​on the father's side. Due to Covid-19,  I have not seen my older brother or sisters in Korea in years. 


There is a word in Korean to describe a neighbor who lives next door and is close to each other, just like cousins or brothers. If I translate this, it is 'neighbor-cousin'. In English, it is a good neighbor, but Koreans like me find a deeper meaning of the word 'neighbor-cousin'. If they listened to me they would feel a little sad, but in reality I feel closer to you than my brothers and sisters. I have 'neighbor-cousins' here. I see members of my church at least once a week to meet face to face, chat and have coffee and cookies. Does your family live far away? Do you find it difficult to have the opportunity to meet often? Or are you alone? You and I, we are 'neighbors-cousins' living together in New Hartford and Parkersburg. We are a church family.

 

Have you ever heard of the features of a functional family and a dysfunctional family? How about thinking about your family? How about your church? Are we a functional family? If you wish to answer me, I will gladly hear them from you. These are the 10 Features I brought about for a functional family:

1. Functional families carry out effectively their economic function, which means that their members find the basic economic security they need at home.

2. Apply a fair distribution of domestic activities so that each member is responsible for its implementation and does not overload a single person with all duties.

3. Improve the sense of belonging to the family and at the same time stimulate the personal identity and autonomy of each of its members. There is a balance between family membership and identification.

4. Apply clear limits, psychological boundaries that other members should not overcome and ensure good coexistence at home. But even so, it leaves a good margin of tolerance, so that family conflicts do not arise.

5. Although there are well-defined rules and roles, when problems surge, there is some flexibility that facilitates arrangements and solutions based on family wellbeing.

6. There is an adequate distribution of hierarchy levels. The hierarchy between the parents is horizontal so that both have the same power at home, but exercise a vertical hierarchy on their children, allowing them to set standards and apply them.

7. Clear communication where all members can express what they think and feel assertively and without harming others.

8. Each member feels accepted within the family, where he finds an emotional security source.

9. The family grows alongside its members, so the mistakes are learning experiences that strengthen them.

10. The family is flexible enough to adapt to circumstances, although this requires a change of rules or roles. If its members have no adaptation skills to find a new balance in a crisis, the functional family will eventually turn into dysfunctional.

 

Characteristics of dysfunctional families, if you want to know about this, please go to https://psychology-spot.com/functional-family-dysfunctional-family/

One family in Christ, I am glad to have you, so I thank you.

6/22/2022

Chan, your servan

t

Community News

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – September 10

There will be no Lions’ Omelet Breakfasts in July or August. Breakfasts will resume in September. Thank you to our Lions’ Club for providing this community gathering and for their continued support of our community.

City Library Activities – July

For Adults – Kenneth Helar, photographer and blogger, will share his “beauty of nature” publishing and photography.

For Children of All Ages – Kids Book Club each Thursday from 1-3 with special bird-related activities. Read, snacks, and creative project!

July 7 – Make a Happy Bird-day greeting card and make paper with seeds in it to grow plants like birds.

July 14 – Puppeteer Charlene Helar from LaPorte City will teach us about Iowa birds.

July 21 – Interactive fun science and art activity sponsored by the Butler County NRSC. Soil health and birds.

July 21 – Crochet class taught by Lindsay Stanley, assisted by Bonnie Koop; 5-7 PM (every third Thursday).

July 28 – SOAR will bring a hawk and owl to teach us about Iowa’s raptors.


Happy July Birthday!

                              Elizabeth Moore          1

                              Nik Mooty                     1

                              Casie Bass                      1

                              Pat Moore                     2

                              Jean Eich                        3

                              Dawn Cornelius            3

                              Lindsay Stanley             5

                              Denise Gibbs               10

                              Allan Shaw                   10

                              Terry Simcox                11

                              Daniel Nielsen             13

                              Steve Latwesen           14

                              Jan Simcox                   16

                              Kent Cuvelier               17

                             Wendy Gerloff              20

                             Jack Fish                         21

                             Tim Koop                       24

                             Jeff Smith                      

30

Happy Anniversary

     Larry & Sandra Bass         2

                           James & Robin Cole      19

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or addition

s.


July Musicians

                          July 3: Lisa Schmitz

                          July 10: Karen Nielsen

                          July 17:  Lisa Schmitz

                          July 24: Karen Nielsen

                          July 31: Lisa Schmi

tz


July Lay Readers

July 3: Sue Considine

July 10: Angie Koop

July 17:  Ron Lichtneger

July 24: Carolyn Scobee

July 31: Chris Considine




July Ushers

Church Volunteers


July Hospitality Committee

Norma Fobian, Chair – 404-1218

Sandy Bass – 239-6016

Judy Thompson – 429-0223

Casie Bass – 240-9933


July Fellowship

July 3: Sandy Becker & Jean Eich

July 10: Denise LeBahn & Darla Payne

July 17: Kristal Graves

July 24: Karen Campbell & Denise Gibbs

July 31:  Birthday Sunday/ July Committee


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00


June Collections

June 5: $1837.00

June 12: $1087.00

June 19: $

June 26: $










 



  Church News

Mission Minutes

July Food Pantry Theme – Paper Towels

We helped 5 families in May, and 3 so far in June.  We received many food items from our church family.


   Coin Tube Update: We are collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly. (See article below).


Self Help International

   This past month and during July our coin tube mission has gone to Self Help International. This organization is based in Waverly, Iowa. Their main goal is empowering others to help themselves. On their website they identify the following areas that are their focus: Ending Malnutrition, Accessing Clean Water, Empowering Women and Girls, Training Youth, and Improving Agriculture. They are primarily helping those from Nicaragua and Ghana. Below are some statistics regarding the Self Help Organization:

*All of the information above is from the Self Help Organization’s website. If you would like to read more about this mission it can be found at: www.selfhelpinternational.org

     

       Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

July 6, 10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday, 1 anniversary, 1 sympathy and 10 thinking of you cards in June.


Church Family Picnic

Join us for a Church Family Picnic at the City Park, Sunday, July 24, 6:00 PM. Hot dogs, maidrites, chips, and ice cream will be provided. Bring a side dish if you would like.  Bring your lawn chairs, yard games, and join in the family

 fun!

Bible School – He Leadeth ME!

We will begin our Bible School Kick Off at the Family Picnic on Sunday, July 24, 6:00-7:30 PM, at the City Park. Bible School will be held on July 25 & 26 from 5:30-7:30 PM at the church. Our theme this year will be “He Leadeth ME!” Crafts, food, fun, games and Bible stories about how we can be leaders in God’s Word and how Jesus leads US!


Bible School Volunteers Needed

We are in need of people who would be willing to help at Bible School.  We need people who would be willing to help with snacks, crafts, recreation, Bible stories…or whatever you would like to help with. If you are able to help, please contact Sandy Becker.


Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream Thank You

Thank you to everyone who donated pies, brownies, money, or helped at the pie and ice cream booth.  The booth brought in around $950.00!  Thank you to Robin and Junior Cole for organizing this great  church and community project!!

            

Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.



            

                July 2022  

     


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ANNOUNCEMENTS –June 26, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, ,Alberta Simcox, Loris Prostine, Lynne (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Bible School – “He Leadeth ME!”

July 24 – Church Family Picnic – 6:00-7:30 PM

July 25 & 26 Bible School – 5:30-7:30 PM

Volunteers are needed to help with Bible School, please let Sandy Becker know if you are able to help.


Circle of Friends

Next Meeting – Wednesday, July 6, 10:00 a.m.


Food Pantry Themes

June – Kool Aid/July – Paper Towels


City Library Activities

June 23 – Kids Book Club 1-3 PM

“Birds”

June 23 – Craft Connection 5-7

“Art Journaling”

June 29 – Presentation by Vern Fish 6-7

His 10 day canoe trip into Ontario, Canada’s Wabadangon National Forest

Self Help International

   This past month our coin tube mission has gone to Self Help International. This organization is based in Waverly, Iowa. Their main goal is empowering others to help themselves. On their website they identify the following areas that are their focus: Ending Malnutrition, Accessing Clean Water, Empowering Women and Girls, Training Youth, and Improving Agriculture. They are primarily helping those from Nicaragua and Ghana. Below are some statistics regarding the Self Help Organization:

*All of the information above is from the Self Help Organization’s website. If you would like to read more about this mission it can be found at: www.selfhelpinternational.org



ANNOUNCEMENTS –June 19, 2022

2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." 


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Family of Evelyn Lichtneger, Family of Evonne Schurman , Alberta Simcox, Loris Prostine, Lynne (Chopper) Rodenbeck, Karen Campbell


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

Future Dates

June 19 – Lion’s Omelet Breakfast

June 21 – First Day of Summer

June 26 – Birthday Sunday

June 24 - July Newsletter articles due

2 Corinthians 6:18: "And I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty."



Trustees: Parsonage: No report


Christian Education: Bible presentation will be rescheduled due to order delay. Sunday School will resume in the fall. Need someone or a group to set dates and organize Bible School.


Pastor’s Report: Thanks to those that helped with Baccalaureate. Pastor will be gone June 4 & 5 to Annual Conference. Communion will be rescheduled to the second Sunday of June due to Pastor’s absence.


Old Business: New fellowship hall document - final approved; new computer monitors are in the church office


New Business: Steve Moore requested permission to destroy financial records associated with fellowship hall construction. Council approved.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 15, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker




“Peace, I Leave with You”


Greetings of peace to our brothers and sisters in Christ!


May 24th, 8pm. It must have been more than half an hour until sunset. It is because the clouds are low. Darkness creeps in from far outside the window. It started raining this afternoon. Yesterday afternoon, I plucked weeds from my vegetable garden, and I bought some flowers and planted them under the mailbox. The vegetables seemed to say, "I'm thirsty." Even the flowers that have just been planted will want to take root. It is raining, so they will drink water and grow well.


Memorial Day, a day to honor people who died while serving in the U.S. military, is fast approaching in a few days. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and taking part in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.


The Civil War, which ended in the spring of 1865, claimed more lives than any conflict in U.S. history and required the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. By the late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities had begun holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers, decorating their graves with flowers and reciting prayers. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time ( www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history).


When I started my ministry in New Hartford and Parkersburg in 2019, I snuck around town. Sometimes I took my wife Joey and my dog, Eden, and other times I went alone to explore the towns. I was able to access a park honoring veterans from both towns. I looked up the names of veterans in New Hartford, and I looked up their names in Parkersburg. I found the names of veterans of the Korean War, and I read their names one by one. I cannot remember all their names, but I can count over 10 Korean War veterans in each town. These days, on the last Saturday morning of every month, New Hartford Church has a men's breakfast, and I was able to meet a Korean War veteran there. When I see him these days, I salute him with an alert posture.


The Korean War ended June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953. South Korea opposed the ceasefire and did not participate in the signing, so the North Korean and Chinese forces and the United States signed the ceasefire agreement. There has been no end-of-war and no peace treaty between the parties to the war. The Korean Peninsula is still in a state of truce both legally and militarily. This war is known as the "Forgotten War".

These are 'US Army' only: 

U.S. Killed 54,246 

U.S. Wounded 103,284

U.S. Missing 8,177

In spite of so many deaths and losses, the United States has neither won nor ended this war. No one would want to remember, and the war and its memories were slowly being forgotten. Nearly two million Koreans died in the war.


In every city big and small in America, there are Korean churches, whether Methodist, Presbyterian, or Baptist. They have invited veterans before Memorial Day and expressed their gratitude to them as Koreans. Just before I came here, I was serving as a pastor at Zion Korean United Methodist Church in Appleton, Wisconsin. I should have spent more than two months looking for a Korean veteran. Eventually I found one, invited him to my church and thanked him: "We Koreans appreciate the Korean War veterans and Americans,"


Back in 2014 from Nigeria, my wife Joy and I participated as practitioners in the Peace March in Washington, DC. The July 26 “Korea Peace March and Vigil” was the culmination of a two-day event timed to coincide with the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. 


“Peace for Korea Now!” shouted about two hundred people, primarily Korean or Korean Americans, as they marched the mile from Foundry United Methodist Church to Lafayette Park in front of the White House on Saturday. Jesus prayed that all Christians become one, said Bishop Mary Ann Swenson, ecumenical officer for the United Methodist Council of Bishops. “For us, this march is about being one in Christ, being one people, one land and truly having peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula as a part of our Christian witness.”


We thirst for peace. Following Christ who gave us peace, I want us to pray and raise our voices together. On the Korean Peninsula, in Ukraine "Stop War, Peace Now." Amen.


5/24/2022

Peace be with you!

Chan, your servant.








Happy June Birthday!

                              Mckinze Shock            3

                              Missy Poock                7

                              Loris Prostine            14

                              Emri Dennis               18

                              Nanci Rewerts           20

                              Eloise Schmitz           22

                              Samantha DePriest  26

                              Cody LeBahn             27


Happy Anniversary

       Stan & Carla Everts                                  2

       Greg & Wendy Gerloff                            5

       Jack & Lola Davis                                     6

      Gary & Sandy Becker                               8

      Todd & LeAnn Moore                            10

      Josh & Leasha Henriksen                       22

      Ron  & Evelyn Lichtneger                      23

      Gary & Dawn Cornelius                         27

      Dakota & Pamela Callan                       30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.



June Musicians

                          June 5: Karen Nielsen

                          June 12: Karen Nielsen

                          June 19:  Lisa Schmitz

                          June 26: Lisa Schmit

z

June Lay Readers

June 5: Kim Manley

June 12: Steve Koop

June 19:  Sandy Becker

June 26: Lara Kyhl


June Ushers

Schmitz Family




June Hospitality Committee

Marlen Harper, Chair – 983-2706

Sandy Becker – 269-4138

Pat Nieman – 983-2229

Karen Nielsen – 239-4545


June Fellowship

June 5: Robin Cole & Randy Johnson

June 12: Pat Moore

June 19: Ron Lichtneger & Carolyn Scobee

June 26:  Birthday Sunday/ June Committee



…Thank YOU!

Thank you to all of our Sunday School teachers and students, we had a great year learning and growing in Jesus’ love! Sunday School will resume in September.

Adult Sunday School

We will resume classes in September.


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

May Collections

May 1: $2221.00

May 8: $5877.00

May 15: $1695.00

May 22: $1800.00

May 29:




 


  Church News

Mission Minutes

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid

We helped 5 families in April, and 3 so far in May.  We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, and $200 plus many food items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next mission will be Self-Help International in Waverly. This group helps farming communities both in the U.S. and internationally.

      

      Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

June 1,10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards.


Evening Circle

Circle will provide pies and desserts for the New Hartford “old time” open house on June 3. We will resume meetings again in the fall. 


Men’s Breakfast

  Thank you to Steve, Randy, and Jeff for organizing the Men’s Breakfast.  The breakfasts were attended by as many as 25! Many enjoyed the food, conversation, and fellowship this provided. There will be an afternoon of fishing later this summer. Breakfasts will resume in Septemb

er.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!! Please make sure you get your pies delivered to the park! If you would still like to sign up to help or donate, please contact Robin.

Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie, desserts, and coffee/lemonade will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM in the church fellowship hall.


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.

                              

     

Community News

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

(see attached schedule)

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – June 19


Splash Pad Thank YOU!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of the Splash Pad Project. We are moving forward with construction and will continue to raise funds this summer for some unforeseen price increases and future maintenance. The deadline to be included on the Donor Signage ($100 minimum donation) is July 1. Again, THANK YOU to all of you who have supported this project in any way!! 

                          







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2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." Happy Fathe

inistrative Council Meeting, May 18, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Carolyn Scobee, Bev Maas, Denise Gibbs, Rhonda Shaw, Pastor Chan Kim and Sandy Becker, 


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.


Minutes for April Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Report of good attendance for Senior Service and Baccalaureate. 


Finance: Apportionments are paid.


Endowment:  Nothing new to report.


Youth: Youth served as ushers for Baccalaureate service and members participated in Senior Service. 


SPRC: Pastor will be at Annual Conference June 4 & 5.


Missions (Food Pantry): We helped 5 families in April and 3 so far in May. We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, $200 and many food items from our church family. Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda. We are now collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 1, at 10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards in May.


Evening Circle: Circle served a “to go” fellowship after Baccalaureate on May 11. Evening Circle will be providing desserts and pies for the “Old Time New Hartford” gathering at the church on June 3, from 4:00-6:00. Meetings will resume in the fall.


Memorials:  Nothing new to report.


Trustees: Parsonage: No report


Christian Education: Bible presentation will be rescheduled due to order delay. Sunday School will resume in the fall. Need someone or a group to set dates and organize Bible School.


Pastor’s Report: Thanks to those that helped with Baccalaureate. Pastor will be gone June 4 & 5 to Annual Conference. Communion will be rescheduled to the second Sunday of June due to Pastor’s absence.


Old Business: New fellowship hall document - final approved; new computer monitors are in the church office


New Business: Steve Moore requested permission to destroy financial records associated with fellowship hall construction. Council approved.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 15, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker




“Peace, I Leave with You”


Greetings of peace to our brothers and sisters in Christ!


May 24th, 8pm. It must have been more than half an hour until sunset. It is because the clouds are low. Darkness creeps in from far outside the window. It started raining this afternoon. Yesterday afternoon, I plucked weeds from my vegetable garden, and I bought some flowers and planted them under the mailbox. The vegetables seemed to say, "I'm thirsty." Even the flowers that have just been planted will want to take root. It is raining, so they will drink water and grow well.


Memorial Day, a day to honor people who died while serving in the U.S. military, is fast approaching in a few days. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and taking part in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.


The Civil War, which ended in the spring of 1865, claimed more lives than any conflict in U.S. history and required the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. By the late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities had begun holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers, decorating their graves with flowers and reciting prayers. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time ( www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history).


When I started my ministry in New Hartford and Parkersburg in 2019, I snuck around town. Sometimes I took my wife Joey and my dog, Eden, and other times I went alone to explore the towns. I was able to access a park honoring veterans from both towns. I looked up the names of veterans in New Hartford, and I looked up their names in Parkersburg. I found the names of veterans of the Korean War, and I read their names one by one. I cannot remember all their names, but I can count over 10 Korean War veterans in each town. These days, on the last Saturday morning of every month, New Hartford Church has a men's breakfast, and I was able to meet a Korean War veteran there. When I see him these days, I salute him with an alert posture.


The Korean War ended June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953. South Korea opposed the ceasefire and did not participate in the signing, so the North Korean and Chinese forces and the United States signed the ceasefire agreement. There has been no end-of-war and no peace treaty between the parties to the war. The Korean Peninsula is still in a state of truce both legally and militarily. This war is known as the "Forgotten War".

These are 'US Army' only: 

U.S. Killed 54,246 

U.S. Wounded 103,284

U.S. Missing 8,177

In spite of so many deaths and losses, the United States has neither won nor ended this war. No one would want to remember, and the war and its memories were slowly being forgotten. Nearly two million Koreans died in the war.


In every city big and small in America, there are Korean churches, whether Methodist, Presbyterian, or Baptist. They have invited veterans before Memorial Day and expressed their gratitude to them as Koreans. Just before I came here, I was serving as a pastor at Zion Korean United Methodist Church in Appleton, Wisconsin. I should have spent more than two months looking for a Korean veteran. Eventually I found one, invited him to my church and thanked him: "We Koreans appreciate the Korean War veterans and Americans,"


Back in 2014 from Nigeria, my wife Joy and I participated as practitioners in the Peace March in Washington, DC. The July 26 “Korea Peace March and Vigil” was the culmination of a two-day event timed to coincide with the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. 


“Peace for Korea Now!” shouted about two hundred people, primarily Korean or Korean Americans, as they marched the mile from Foundry United Methodist Church to Lafayette Park in front of the White House on Saturday. Jesus prayed that all Christians become one, said Bishop Mary Ann Swenson, ecumenical officer for the United Methodist Council of Bishops. “For us, this march is about being one in Christ, being one people, one land and truly having peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula as a part of our Christian witness.”


We thirst for peace. Following Christ who gave us peace, I want us to pray and raise our voices together. On the Korean Peninsula, in Ukraine "Stop War, Peace Now." Amen.


5/24/2022

Peace be with you!

Chan, your servant.






Happy June Birthday!

                              Mckinze Shock            3

                              Missy Poock                7

                              Loris Prostine            14

                              Emri Dennis               18

                              Nanci Rewerts           20

                              Eloise Schmitz           22

                              Samantha DePriest  26

                              Cody LeBahn             27

Happy Anniversary

       Stan & Carla Everts                                  2

       Greg & Wendy Gerloff                            5

       Jack & Lola Davis                                     6

      Gary & Sandy Becker                               8

      Todd & LeAnn Moore                            10

      Josh & Leasha Henriksen                       22

      Ron  & Evelyn Lichtneger                      23

      Gary & Dawn Cornelius                         27

      Dakota & Pamela Callan                       30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


June Musicians

                          June 5: Karen Nielsen

                          June 12: Karen Nielsen

                          June 19:  Lisa Schmitz

                          June 26: Lisa Schmitz

June Lay Readers

June 5: Kim Manley

June 12: Steve Koop

June 19:  Sandy Becker

June 26: Lara Kyhl


June Ushers

Schmitz Family




June Hospitality Committee

Marlen Harper, Chair – 983-2706

Sandy Becker – 269-4138

Pat Nieman – 983-2229

Karen Nielsen – 239-4545


June Fellowship

June 5: Robin Cole & Randy Johnson

June 12: Pat Moore

June 19: Ron Lichtneger & Carolyn Scobee

June 26:  Birthday Sunday/ June Committee


…Thank YOU!

Thank you to all of our Sunday School teachers and students, we had a great year learning and growing in Jesus’ love! Sunday School will resume in September.

Adult Sunday School

We will resume classes in September.


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

May Collections

May 1: $2221.00

May 8: $5877.00

May 15: $1695.00

May 22: $1800.00

May 29:



 


  Church News

Mission Minutes

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid

We helped 5 families in April, and 3 so far in May.  We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, and $200 plus many food items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next mission will be Self-Help International in Waverly. This group helps farming communities both in the U.S. and internationally.

            Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

June 1,10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards.


Evening Circle

Circle will provide pies and desserts for the New Hartford “old time” open house on June 3. We will resume meetings again in the fall. 


Men’s Breakfast

  Thank you to Steve, Randy, and Jeff for organizing the Men’s Breakfast.  The breakfasts were attended by as many as 25! Many enjoyed the food, conversation, and fellowship this provided. There will be an afternoon of fishing later this summer. Breakfasts will resume in September.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!! Please make sure you get your pies delivered to the park! If you would still like to sign up to help or donate, please contact Robin.

Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie, desserts, and coffee/lemonade will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM in the church fellowship hall.


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.

                                   

Community News

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

(see attached schedule)

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – June 19


Splash Pad Thank YOU!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of the Splash Pad Project. We are moving forward with construction and will continue to raise funds this summer for some unforeseen price increases and future maintenance. The deadline to be included on the Donor Signage ($100 minimum donation) is July 1. Again, THANK YOU to all of you who have supported this project in any way!! 

                                 



                          June 2022       


Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday





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2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." Happy Father’s Day!



    Administrative Council Meeting, May 18, 2022



Attendance: Steve Moore, Carolyn Scobee, Bev Maas, Denise Gibbs, Rhonda Shaw, Pastor Chan Kim and Sandy Becker, 


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Pastor Chan.


Minutes for April Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Report of good attendance for Senior Service and Baccalaureate. 


Finance: Apportionments are paid.


Endowment:  Nothing new to report.


Youth: Youth served as ushers for Baccalaureate service and members participated in Senior Service. 


SPRC: Pastor will be at Annual Conference June 4 & 5.


Missions (Food Pantry): We helped 5 families in April and 3 so far in May. We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, $200 and many food items from our church family. Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda. We are now collecting for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 1, at 10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards in May.


Evening Circle: Circle served a “to go” fellowship after Baccalaureate on May 11. Evening Circle will be providing desserts and pies for the “Old Time New Hartford” gathering at the church on June 3, from 4:00-6:00. Meetings will resume in the fall.


Memorials:  Nothing new to report.


Trustees: Parsonage: No report


Christian Education: Bible presentation will be rescheduled due to order delay. Sunday School will resume in the fall. Need someone or a group to set dates and organize Bible School.


Pastor’s Report: Thanks to those that helped with Baccalaureate. Pastor will be gone June 4 & 5 to Annual Conference. Communion will be rescheduled to the second Sunday of June due to Pastor’s absence.


Old Business: New fellowship hall document - final approved; new computer monitors are in the church office


New Business: Steve Moore requested permission to destroy financial records associated with fellowship hall construction. Council approved.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, June 15, 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker




“Peace, I Leave with You”


Greetings of peace to our brothers and sisters in Christ!


May 24th, 8pm. It must have been more than half an hour until sunset. It is because the clouds are low. Darkness creeps in from far outside the window. It started raining this afternoon. Yesterday afternoon, I plucked weeds from my vegetable garden, and I bought some flowers and planted them under the mailbox. The vegetables seemed to say, "I'm thirsty." Even the flowers that have just been planted will want to take root. It is raining, so they will drink water and grow well.


Memorial Day, a day to honor people who died while serving in the U.S. military, is fast approaching in a few days. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and taking part in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.


The Civil War, which ended in the spring of 1865, claimed more lives than any conflict in U.S. history and required the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. By the late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities had begun holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers, decorating their graves with flowers and reciting prayers. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time ( www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history).


When I started my ministry in New Hartford and Parkersburg in 2019, I snuck around town. Sometimes I took my wife Joey and my dog, Eden, and other times I went alone to explore the towns. I was able to access a park honoring veterans from both towns. I looked up the names of veterans in New Hartford, and I looked up their names in Parkersburg. I found the names of veterans of the Korean War, and I read their names one by one. I cannot remember all their names, but I can count over 10 Korean War veterans in each town. These days, on the last Saturday morning of every month, New Hartford Church has a men's breakfast, and I was able to meet a Korean War veteran there. When I see him these days, I salute him with an alert posture.


The Korean War ended June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953. South Korea opposed the ceasefire and did not participate in the signing, so the North Korean and Chinese forces and the United States signed the ceasefire agreement. There has been no end-of-war and no peace treaty between the parties to the war. The Korean Peninsula is still in a state of truce both legally and militarily. This war is known as the "Forgotten War".

These are 'US Army' only: 

U.S. Killed 54,246 

U.S. Wounded 103,284

U.S. Missing 8,177

In spite of so many deaths and losses, the United States has neither won nor ended this war. No one would want to remember, and the war and its memories were slowly being forgotten. Nearly two million Koreans died in the war.


In every city big and small in America, there are Korean churches, whether Methodist, Presbyterian, or Baptist. They have invited veterans before Memorial Day and expressed their gratitude to them as Koreans. Just before I came here, I was serving as a pastor at Zion Korean United Methodist Church in Appleton, Wisconsin. I should have spent more than two months looking for a Korean veteran. Eventually I found one, invited him to my church and thanked him: "We Koreans appreciate the Korean War veterans and Americans,"


Back in 2014 from Nigeria, my wife Joy and I participated as practitioners in the Peace March in Washington, DC. The July 26 “Korea Peace March and Vigil” was the culmination of a two-day event timed to coincide with the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. 


“Peace for Korea Now!” shouted about two hundred people, primarily Korean or Korean Americans, as they marched the mile from Foundry United Methodist Church to Lafayette Park in front of the White House on Saturday. Jesus prayed that all Christians become one, said Bishop Mary Ann Swenson, ecumenical officer for the United Methodist Council of Bishops. “For us, this march is about being one in Christ, being one people, one land and truly having peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula as a part of our Christian witness.”


We thirst for peace. Following Christ who gave us peace, I want us to pray and raise our voices together. On the Korean Peninsula, in Ukraine "Stop War, Peace Now." Amen.


5/24/2022

Peace be with you!

Chan, your servant.






Happy June Birthday!

                              Mckinze Shock            3

                              Missy Poock                7

                              Loris Prostine            14

                              Emri Dennis               18

                              Nanci Rewerts           20

                              Eloise Schmitz           22

                              Samantha DePriest  26

                              Cody LeBahn             27

Happy Anniversary

       Stan & Carla Everts                                  2

       Greg & Wendy Gerloff                            5

       Jack & Lola Davis                                     6

      Gary & Sandy Becker                               8

      Todd & LeAnn Moore                            10

      Josh & Leasha Henriksen                       22

      Ron  & Evelyn Lichtneger                      23

      Gary & Dawn Cornelius                         27

      Dakota & Pamela Callan                       30

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


June Musicians

                          June 5: Karen Nielsen

                          June 12: Karen Nielsen

                          June 19:  Lisa Schmitz

                          June 26: Lisa Schmitz

June Lay Readers

June 5: Kim Manley

June 12: Steve Koop

June 19:  Sandy Becker

June 26: Lara Kyhl


June Ushers

Schmitz Family




June Hospitality Committee

Marlen Harper, Chair – 983-2706

Sandy Becker – 269-4138

Pat Nieman – 983-2229

Karen Nielsen – 239-4545


June Fellowship

June 5: Robin Cole & Randy Johnson

June 12: Pat Moore

June 19: Ron Lichtneger & Carolyn Scobee

June 26:  Birthday Sunday/ June Committee


…Thank YOU!

Thank you to all of our Sunday School teachers and students, we had a great year learning and growing in Jesus’ love! Sunday School will resume in September.

Adult Sunday School

We will resume classes in September.


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

May Collections

May 1: $2221.00

May 8: $5877.00

May 15: $1695.00

May 22: $1800.00

May 29:



 


  Church News

Mission Minutes

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid

We helped 5 families in April, and 3 so far in May.  We received $1,500 from Fredsville Lutheran Church, and $200 plus many food items from our church family.

   Coin Tube Update: We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next mission will be Self-Help International in Waverly. This group helps farming communities both in the U.S. and internationally.

            Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, 

June 1,10:00 AM. We sent 2 birthday, 1 anniversary, and 10 thinking of you cards.


Evening Circle

Circle will provide pies and desserts for the New Hartford “old time” open house on June 3. We will resume meetings again in the fall. 


Men’s Breakfast

  Thank you to Steve, Randy, and Jeff for organizing the Men’s Breakfast.  The breakfasts were attended by as many as 25! Many enjoyed the food, conversation, and fellowship this provided. There will be an afternoon of fishing later this summer. Breakfasts will resume in September.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!! Please make sure you get your pies delivered to the park! If you would still like to sign up to help or donate, please contact Robin.

Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie, desserts, and coffee/lemonade will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM in the church fellowship hall.


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.

                                   

Community News

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

(see attached schedule)

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – June 19


Splash Pad Thank YOU!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of the Splash Pad Project. We are moving forward with construction and will continue to raise funds this summer for some unforeseen price increases and future maintenance. The deadline to be included on the Donor Signage ($100 minimum donation) is July 1. Again, THANK YOU to all of you who have supported this project in any way!! 

                                 



                    

2 Samuel 7:14-15: "I will be a father to him, and he'll be a son to me. When he does wrong, I'll discipline him in the usual ways, the pitfalls and obstacles of this mortal life. But I'll never remove my gracious love from him." Happy Father’s Day!



ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 29, 2022

Memorial Day, Monday, May 30


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick, Family of Mary (Fobian) Long 


Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Prayer Thank You

The family of Asher Robinette express their deepest appreciation and thanks for prayers for Asher. He is continuing physical therapy and his swallowing issues are improving. He will still have to be watched carefully for certain textures of food. Again, thank you all. You are all very special and appreciated by our family.

Janice Wiese, Evers, Robinette, and Cornelius Families


May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

June Food Pantry Theme – Kool-Aid


 Communion Change

Due to Pastor being at Annual Conference on June 4 and 5, Communion will be rescheduled for June 12.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.


Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

Remember to have your pies at the park by June 3. Contact Robin if you would like to donate or help out. 


Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 rental fee and a $50 deposit for everyone, both fees will be due at the time of reservation. The deposit will be returned if everything is left in order and cleaned up. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as is.


June 3 – Beaver Creek Days “Old Time” Gathering

The church will be hosting an “Old Time” gathering on Friday, June 3, from 4:00-6:00 PM. Pie, desserts, lemonade and coffee will be served for a free will donation. There will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photo shared at the church. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” If you would like to share any items from New Hartford, bring them or contact Randy Johnson or Jean Eich.

Coin Tube Collection

 We collected $350 to send with Ben Cuvelier to Uganda. Ben leaves June 18, and will return in July. Our next coin tube mission will be for Self-Help International in Waverly.


Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on Wednesday, June 1, 10:00 AM, at the church.



ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 22, 2022


Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Adult Sunday School will resume again in the fall.

 

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, May 21, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions. This will be last breakfast until September. There will be an afternoon of fishing scheduled later this summer.

 

Sunday School Bible Presentations

Bible presentations has been postponed due to delay in the shipping of the Bibles. This will be rescheduled.

 

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

 

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Contact Robin if you would like to donate or help out. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!

 

Fellowship Hall Rental

Due to several issues, the ad council has decided that use of the Fellowship Hall for events will be $100 for everyone, and everyone will have to turn in a $50 deposit. If you have questions, please direct them to ad council. All contracts that are currently in, will be honored as in.

 

June 3 – Beaver Creek Days “Old Time” Gathering

The church will be hosting an “Old Time” gathering on Friday, June 3, from 4:00-6:00 PM. Pie and coffee will be served for a free will donation. There will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photo shared at the church. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.”

Sunday School

This will be the final Sunday for Sunday School until next fall. A BIG thank you to all our teachers, Sunday School children, and parents. It was a great year in Sunday School!!

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

 

 

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS May 15.docx

Bacclaureate Service for 2022 Dike-New Hartford Graduating Class. 

https://www.facebook.com/NewHartfordIowaMethodistChurch/videos/1024952934794150




Parker Latwesen Corbin Kyhl

Nathan Graves DNH CHOIR

MOTHER-DAUGHTER LUNCHEON            4/ 24, 2022


We had a wonderful time!  We had over 60 attendees and Mr. John Luhring of Luhring Nursery of Parkersburg was our speaker.  We shared a delicious meal provided by Ladies' Circle and church membership, and many door prizes were given out.  It will be an annual event.



ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 8, 2022

Happy Mother’s Day!

 

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on May 8 & 22.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, May 21, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop, Randy Johnson, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions. This will be last breakfast until September.

 

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Contact Robin if you would like to donate or help out. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!

Evening Circle

Due to a Senior Awards Ceremony at 7:30 PM, we will serve a “to-go” fellowship after the Baccalaureate on May 11, 6:00 PM. Next meeting is May 18, 6:00 PM.

Baccalaureate Service

The DNH High School Baccalaureate will be held at our church on Wednesday, May 11, 6:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend.

 

Sunday School Bible Presentations

Sunday, May 15, Bibles will be presented to Sunday School students in 2nd/3rd grade or who have not received one from our church. Our last day of Sunday School will be May 22, until next fall.

 

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

 

Upcoming Dates

May 15

DNH Graduation

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast

Splash Pad Ribbon Cutting 4:45

May 18

Evening Circle 6:00 PM

Ad Council 7:00 PM

May 21

Men’s Breakfast Group 8:00 AM

 

Proverbs 31:25: "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come."


ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 1, 2022

 

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick,

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on May 8 & 22.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

Ladies’ Luncheon

There were about 60 ladies who attended the luncheon on April 24. Our speaker, John Luhring, shared several gardening and flower tips with the group. People were able to leave with a small planted seedling if they wished. Many of our drawing  and game winners went home with flowers and other prizes!

 

Senior Sunday – May 1

Please join us in honoring our high school graduates: Nathan Graves, Corbin Kyhl, and Parker Latwesen. A reception will follow the morning service in honor of the three graduates.

 

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

 

Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on May 3 or 4,10:00 AM.

Congratulations 2022 Graduates!

Nathan Graves son of David & Kristal Graves

Will attend Iowa Central Comm. College

Corbin Kyhl son of Kevin & Lara Kyhl

Will complete plumbing apprenticeship with Eden Plumbing

Parker Latwesen son of Steve & Marlas Latwesen

Will attend Hawkeye Community College

 

Congratulations 2022 College Graduates!

Kiley Kyhl – Iowa State University

Animal Science

Colin Kyhl – Iowa State University

Agricultural Engineer

Sydney Latwesen – Hawkeye Community College

Graphic Design

 

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!

Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.

Evening Circle

Due to a Senior Awards Ceremony at 7:30 PM, we will serve a “to-go” fellowship after the Baccalaureate on May 11, 6:00 PM. Next meeting is May 18, 6:00 PM.

 


MAY 2022    NEWSLETTER

Administrative Council Meeting, April 20, 2022


Attendance: Steve Moore, Steve Koop, Ron Lichtneger, Carolyn Scobee, Denise LeBahn, Bev Maas, and Sandy Becker, 


The meeting was called to order by Steve Moore, opening prayer was led by Steve Moore.


Minutes for March Meeting: approved


Lay Leader: Report of good attendance for Easter Services, thanks to Youth for great early service, breakfast, and help with egg hunt. 

Finance: A little behind budget for month of April. Lisa, Rhonda, Carolyn, and Ron working together to make finance more streamlined.

Endowment:  No report.


Youth: Youth will be helping with Senior Sunday on May 1, honoring high school and college graduates.


SPRC: Joint SPRC meeting with Parkersburg Church, worked on Pastor’s evaluation and goal setting.


Missions (Food Pantry): Theme for May is jam/jelly. Helped 3 families in March and 5 so far in April. We received many food items from our church family. Coin tube update: We are gathering for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda. Help for Ukraine is being collected in order to send one check.


Circle of Friends: Next meeting will be May 3 or 4, at 10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday and 25 Easter cards in April.


Evening Circle: Circle will serve fellowship after Baccalaureate on May 11. Next meeting will be May 18, 6:00 PM.


Memorials:  No report 


Trustees: Parsonage – garage door issue; Christie Door Co. was called. Lilac tree issue was discussed.


Christian Education: Adult Sunday School continues to grow; next classes May 8 & 22. Sunday School children Bible presentation will be Sunday, May 15. Start looking for Bible School volunteers for the summer. Last day of Sunday School will be May 22.


Pastor’s Report: No report, Pastor on vacation.


Old Business: Michael Schmitz’s software company has donated two desktop computers to our church. Michael and Lisa will be looking at installation and working with the technology compatibility and monitor purchases. Men’s and Women’s restrooms have been painted. Color choice for entry and hallway to be chosen at next meeting.


New Business: Discussion of fellowship hall rental fees; there have been issues with the member/non-member fees. Council decided everyone will pay $100 for church rental. Discussion of chair bottoms to protect fellowship hall floors; Lisa Schmitz ordered some samples.


Next Meeting: Next meeting will be Wednesday, May 18 , 7:00 PM

Meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM

Respectfully Submitted, Sandy Becker





Let Selah Be There. 


Greetings in the name of our resurrected and life-giving Lord!


It is the night of April 25th when I am working for the newsletter, and its chilly outside. Buds are sprouting from the branches of the trees, and the forsythia trees I bought and planted last year are blooming in front of my house. It looks like spring is slowing down. In Korea, a sudden short spell of cold weather is called “kkoch saem chuwi.” I hope this is the last cold snap, and I sincerely pray to God that all of you will not get sick from colds or Covid-19 and be healthy.


From the 18th to the 24th, I enjoyed a sweet vacation for a week and returned to my daily life. As you can see, I am trying to finish my sermon in 15 minutes or so. It is by no means easy for me to convey the content of the Bible text and the message from it in a brief time of 15 minutes. Even in speaking or writing in Korean, my native language, other than English, I have a poor talent. This is by no means an expression of my humility, so I have to struggle with more energy and time to complete one sermon. Anyway, the week off was sweet, and it was an opportunity to recharge for my family, including my dog, ​​Eden. thanks!

 

I would like to share my stories with you while on vacation. I got my garden from Community Gardens in Parkersburg, and I was working. Compared to last year, my garden is three times bigger this year, and it is 70’ x 30’, and I am digging with a shovel to exercise my muscles. One day while on vacation, my wife Joy and I went to Iowa City, IA to meet a Korean-American pastor serving Clinton's First UMC to spend time and shop in a Korean market. Last Sunday (24th) we visited the Korean United Methodist Church in Ames for our Sunday worship service. This was my first visit in 9 years since I left the church in 2013 to go to Nigeria. We sang hymns in Korean, listened to sermons, and, of course, ate Korean food after the service. The church members we had been with from 2007 to 2013 were willing to spend time with us even after lunch. Like a long-time friend, our gathering itself was really delightful and enjoyable. My wife Joy enjoyed the women while I went for walks with my dog ​​Eden and the men. We all joined together at Starbucks, and the story blossomed without realizing the passage of time. We regretted our parting, so we returned home promising to meet again.


Last Saturday (23rd) I went to Norwalk, IA as an Officiant to lead a wedding ceremonial service. Located in the middle of the beautiful scenery, the winery was the perfect place for the wedding couple and their families and friends for wedding ceremonies, meals, and dances. The food for cocktail hour and dinner were luxurious and polite, the groom was handsome, and the bride was beautiful and elegant. It was so wonderful that it was impossible for me to describe my emotions or the details of the wedding ceremony. However, I would like to share with you my wedding sermons prepared for the wedding couple a little bit shorter and trimmed.


It is a Hebrew word, Selah. Selah (ˈsiːlə(h) is a word used 74 times in the Hebrew Bible. It is used seventy-one times in the Book of Psalms. Its etymology and precise meaning are unknown, though various interpretations are given. It was an instruction to the musicians and Temple Singers of the psalms. It is probably either a liturgical-musical mark or an instruction on the reading of the text, with the meaning of "stop and listen." It was an instruction to slow down, pause, pay attention, reflect, and allow silence. 


We can apply this to our marriages, families, and relationships. Here are some paragraphs of a message I gave them at their wedding:

You were born together today, and together you shall be forevermore. You shall be together when the white wings of death scatter your days. You shall be together even in the silent memory of God. Let Selah be there. “Let there be spaces in your togetherness and let the winds of the heavens dance between you.” 


Let Selah be there. On those days when life is difficult and bumpy; when you feel lost or confused; when feelings are hurt; when you are busy and missing each other; when your heart is breaking with sadness and grief. On those days when life takes you by surprise; when you get what you never expected or asked for; when you cannot foresee or know what is ahead; when, for better or worse, the impossible happens.


Let Selah be there in your life. 

Many Blessings!


4/25/2022

Chan, your little servant


Happy May Birthday!

                              Angie Callan                 1 

                              Nick Nielsen                 2

                              Bryan Wood                 4

                              Lola Davis                     6

                              Angie Koop                  7

                              Daxton Becker             7

                              Howard Kyhl                9

                              Dolores Mooty           11

                              Eva Mooty-DePriest  13

                              Kelsey Latwesen        14

                              Gary Cornelius           14

                              Gary Becker                15

                              Leasha Henriksen      18

                              Beau Becker               20

                              Kiley Kyhl                    27

                              Eric Shaw                    30

                              Stacey Shaw               30

Happy Anniversary

       Jason & Megan (Rewerts) Christiana   17

       David & Kristal Graves                            20

       John & Joyce Smith                                 25

       Steve & Pat Moore                                  31

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


May Musicians

                          May 1: Lisa Schmitz

                          May 8: Karen Nielsen

           May 11 (Baccalaureate) : Lisa Schmitz

                          May 15:  Lisa Schmitz

                          May 22: Karen Nielsen

                          May 29: Karen Nielsen

May Lay Readers

May 1: Youth/Sandy Becker 

May 8: Chris Considine

May 15:  Steve Koop

May 22:  Denise LeBahn

May 29: Carolyn Scobee



May Hospitality Committee

Barb Latwesen, Chair

Lara Kyhl

Joyce Smith

Lindsey Schmitz

May Fellowship

May 1: Youth Group

May 8: Jean Eich & Bev Maas

May 15: Cookies/Beverage 

May 22:  Lindsey Schmitz & Bonnie Koop

May 29: Birthday Sunday/May Committee


May Ushers

May 1 – Youth

May 8, 15, 22, 29 – Koop Family

…Come Join the Fun!

May 1: Grace Wood-Nursery

May 8: Denise & Katie LeBahn/

Grace Wood – Nursery

                                                                                        May 15: Darla Payne/Grace Wood-Nursery

May 22: Sue & Jack Considine/Grace Wood-Nursery

Adult Sunday School

8:00-8:45 AM

Sundays, May 8 & 22


Budget 2022

Yearly Budget: $84,920.87

Monthly Need: $7074.00

April Collections

April 3: $1355.00

April 10: $930.00

April 17: $913.00

April 24: $1970.00

Baccalaureate Service, Wednesday, May 11, 6:00 PM

Community News

Spring Craft Show – Saturday, April 30, New Hartford School Multi-Purpose Room, 9:00 AM

Beaver Creek Days – June 3 &4

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast – May 15

Splash Pad Ribbon Cutting – May 15, 4:45 PM



  Church News

Mission Minutes

May Food Pantry Theme – Jam/Jelly

We helped 3 families in March, and 5 so far in April. We received many donations of food items from our church families. Collection for Ukraine will be sent in one check.

   Coin Tube Update: We are currently gathering for Ben Cuvelier’s mission in Uganda.

            Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet on May 3 or 4,10:00 AM. We sent 1 birthday and 25 Easter cards in April.

Evening Circle

Due to a Senior Awards Ceremony at 7:30 PM, we will serve a “to-go” fellowship after the Baccalaureate on May 11, 6:00 PM. Next meeting is May 18, 6:00 PM. 

Ladies’ Luncheon

There were about 60 ladies who attended the luncheon on April 24. Our speaker, John Luhring, shared several gardening and flower tips with the group. People were able to leave with a small planted seedling if they wished. Many of our drawing  and game winners went home with flowers and other prizes!

Men’s Breakfast

  This month’s men’s breakfast will be held on Saturday, May 28, 8:00 AM.  This will be the last one for the season. We will begin again in September. Contact Randy Johnson, Steve Koop, or Jeff Gibbs if you have questions.


Bible School

   We are looking for someone or a committee of people who would be willing to set dates and organize Bible School for Summer 2022. If you are interested or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker.



Senior Sunday

We will be honoring our 2022 graduating seniors on Sunday, May 1, during the morning service. There will be a reception in their honor following the service.


Congratulations 2022 Graduates!

Nathan Graves son of David & Kristal Graves

Will attend Iowa Central Comm. College

Corbin Kyhl son of Kevin & Lara Kyhl

Will complete plumbing apprenticeship with Eden Plumbing

Parker Latwesen son of Steve & Marlas Latwesen

Will attend Hawkeye Community College


Congratulations 2022 College Graduates!

Kiley Kyhl – Iowa State University

Animal Science

Colin Kyhl – Iowa State University

Agricultural Engineer

Sydney Latwesen – Hawkeye Community College

Graphic Design

Beaver Creek Days Pie & Ice Cream

   We will be having the pie and ice cream booth for Beaver Creek Days (June 4) again this year. We will be looking for pies, donations, and volunteers to work. Sign up sheets will be sent around during church. Thank you to Robin & Junior for organizing this project once again this year!!


Sharing Historical New Hartford

To kick off Beaver Creeks Days on Friday, June 3, there will be New Hartford historical items, film, and photos shared at the church. Pie and coffee will be served for a free will donation. Come join the fun and remember the “good ole days.” The event is scheduled from 4:00-6:00 PM.


 


Happy Mother’s Day – May 8th



ANNOUNCEMENTS    APRIL 24


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ANNOUNCEMENTS    APRIL 17

ANNOUNCEMENTS – APRIL 17, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick,

Randy Johnson

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on April 24.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

Birthday/Anniversary Updates

We are trying to update the anniversaries and birthdays for our monthly newsletter.  If there is anyone who you know of that has not been included, please let Sandy know or leave a message on the desk in the church office.

Evening Circle – Wednesday, April 20, 6:00 PM

Ad Council – Wednesday, April 20, 7:00 PM

 

 

Easter Egg Hunt

The Easter Egg Hunt will be in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM.  Children 6th Grade and Under will be given a goody bag and can hunt eggs. 

Easter Services

The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM, with a coffee and cookie fellowship following.

Good Friday Service

There will be a Good Friday Service on Friday, April 15, 7:00 PM.

 

Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon

The Evening Circle will be hosting a Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon on Sunday, April 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A light lunch of salads, sandwiches, dessert, and beverage will be served, followed by a speaker sharing gardening tips, and prize drawings. Everyone is invited to attend, if you plan to attend, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) or the church (319-983-2322). RSVP’s are NOT required, we just want to get a general count. We hope to see you

there!

April Food Pantry Theme – Crackers

 

How to assist the Ukrainian people? Make your check payable to your church and note 'Offer to Ukraine'. You put the check on the plate for the offerings and tithes of the Sunday worship service. Those 'Designated Contributions' must be sent to UMCOR by the church treasurer. OR Go to https://umcmission.org/umcor/ukraine/

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS – APRIL 10, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Asher Robinette, Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick, 

Randy Johnson

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

Happy 60th Anniversary to Don and Sharon Feckers on April 14!


Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on April 10. We will meet again on April 24.


Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.


Birthday/Anniversary Updates

We are trying to update the anniversaries and birthdays for our monthly newsletter.  If there is anyone who you know of that has not been included, please let Sandy know or leave a message on the desk in the church office.

Join us on Palm Sunday for the Children’s Palm Parade!

Easter Lilies

If you would like to have an Easter Lily in church in memory of a loved one, please let Sandy Becker know. You may bring your own or the cost is $15 for an Easter Lily. If you would like them purchased, please have money to Sandy by April 10. There will be a list in the bulletin on Easter Sunday with the lily memorials.

Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.


Good Friday Service

There will be a Good Friday Service on Friday, April 15, 7:00 PM.


Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon

The Evening Circle will be hosting a Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon on Sunday, April 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A light lunch of salads, sandwiches, dessert, and beverage will be served, followed by a speaker sharing gardening tips, and prize drawings. Everyone is invited to attend, if you plan to attend, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) or the church (319-983-2322). RSVP’s are NOT required, we just want to get a general count. We hope to see you

there!

April Food Pantry Theme – Crackers




ANNOUNCEMENTS – APRIL 3, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Ascher Robinette (great-grandson of Janice

Wiese), Bonnie Koop, Wilma Dietrick.

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Celebrate

We would like to add a new section to our newsletters; if there is a special birthday, anniversary, retirement, birth, whatever may be a “special” announcement, please let Sandy know and we will put it in the newsletters.  Sharing JOY is part of who our church family is!


Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on April 10. Everyone is welcome, join any time! 


Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, April 30, 8:00 AM.  Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.


Good Friday Service

There will be a Good Friday Service on Friday, April 15, 7:00 PM.



Easter Lilies

If you would like to have an Easter Lily in church in memory of a loved one, please let Sandy Becker know. You may bring your own or the cost is $15 for an Easter Lily. If you would like them purchased, please have money to Sandy by April 10. There will be a list in the bulletin on Easter Sunday with the lily memorials.

Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.


Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon

The Evening Circle will be hosting a Mother/Daughter/Ladies’ Luncheon on Sunday, April 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A light lunch of salads, sandwiches, dessert, and beverage will be served, followed by a speaker sharing gardening tips, and prize drawings. Everyone is invited to attend, if you plan to attend, please contact Sandy Becker (319-269-4138) or the church (319-983-2322). RSVP’s are NOT required, we just want to get a general count. We hope to see you

there!

Circle of Friends

Circle of Friends will meet Wednesday, April 6, 10:00 AM.


April Food Pantry Theme – Crackers

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. Psalm 27:14 



APRIL NEWSLETTER



Happy April Birthday!

                              Randy Johnson     5

                              Katie Nielsen         5

                              Austin Moore        6

                              Denise LeBahn      6

                              Bret Moore          13

                              Todd Moore         13

                              Bonnie Koop        15

                              Clyde Luck, Sr.      22

                             Alex Mooty            23

                             Lindsey Schmitz    24

                             Ray Ackerson        26

                             Becky Johnson      29

                             Kim Manley           29

Happy Anniversary

                     Mike & Barb Harper        1

                     Kent & Linda Cuvelier      7

                     Greg & Lisa Schmitz         9

                     Don & Sharon Feckers   14

*Note: Please contact the office if there are any errors or additions.


April Musician

     April 3: Karen Nielsen

      April 10: Lisa Schmitz

            April 15 (Good Friday Service) : Karen Nielsen

          April 17:  Karen Nielsen

        April 24: Lisa Schmitz

April Lay Readers

April 3: Sue Considine

April 10: Lara Kyhl

April 17:  Angie Koop

April 24:  Ron Lichtneger


April Hospitality Committee

Darla Payne, Chair

Jackie Sohn

Alberta Simcox

Kristal Graves


April Fellowship

April 3: Michael & Lindsey Schmitz

April 10: Sandy Becker

April 17: Youth Breakfast

April 24:  April Committee/Birthday Sunday


April Ushers

Considine Family

…Come Join the Fun!

April 3: Darla Payne/Grace Wood-Nursery

April 10: Sue & Jack Considine /

Grace Wood – Nursery

April 17: Casie Bass/Grace Wood-Nursery

April 24: Jean Eich/Grace Wood-Nursery


Adult Sunday School

8:00-8:45 AM

Sundays, April 10 & 24

Join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word



Celebrate!

Births

March 7Jetson Matthew born to Matthew & Cathy Schmitz, Grandparents Greg & Lisa Schmitz, Great-Grandma Bonnie Koop

March 19Lucy Kay born to Tom & Kori Koop, Grandparents Steve & Angie Koop, Great-Grandma Bonnie Koop

60th Anniversaries

Kent & Linda Cuvelier will celebrate their 60th anniversary on April 7. Open House at the church on April 3, 1:00-4:00 PM. Address: 31517 Terrace Ave., New Hartford

Don & Sharon Feckers will celebrate their 60th anniversary on April 14.  Address: 32107 Union Ave., New Hartford




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Announcements - March 20, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Ascher Robinette (great-grandson of Janice

Wiese).

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


Evening Circle

There will be a regular Evening Circle Meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 6:00 PM.

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, March 26, 8:00 AM.  There was a great turnout for the first breakfast and there is room for many more! Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on March 27. Everyone is welcome, join any time! There is always room at the table for many more! Join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word.

Celebrate

We would like to add a new section to our newsletters; if there is a special birthday, anniversary, retirement, birth, whatever may be a “special” announcement, please let Sandy know and we will put it in the newsletters.  Sharing JOY is part of who our church family is!



Lions’ Breakfast Casserole Fundraiser

The next omelet breakfast will be held on March 20.  There will be no omelet breakfast in April due to Easter.  However, the Lions are doing a ham and cheese breakfast casserole fundraiser. Cost is $10 for an 8x8 and $15 for a 9x12 casserole. These can be heated immediately or frozen up to 4 weeks. Order forms are available at City Hall or the library or by contacting Kenny Thompson (319-240-1239), Chris Thompson (319-240-8633 or chris.thompson27@gmail.com). Orders and payments are due by March 25.


Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM. Contact Darla Payne or Sandy Becker if you would like to make a donation.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.

Happy 90th Birthday, Marlene Harper!

(March 11…I think she tried to sneak this past us!)


Anniversary

There will be an Open House on Sunday, April 3, to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Kent and Linda Cuvelier. Kent and Linda were married on April 7, 1962, at the Little Brown Church. The event is being hosted by their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren from 1:00-4:00 at the church.

Dates to Remember

March 23 – Ad Council Meeting, 7:00 PM

March 30 – Joint SPRC Meeting, 6:30, our church

         



MARCH 13, 2022 


Announcements - March 13, 2022

Please keep the following people in your prayers:                     

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola

Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy

Bass, Don Feckers, Al Shaw.

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Evening Circle

Evening Circle is planning a Mother/Daughter/Ladies Luncheon on Sunday, April 24.  There will be a meeting to begin planning the luncheon on Tuesday, March 15, 6:00 PM. There will be a regular Evening Circle Meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 6:00 PM.

 

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, March 26, 8:00 AM.  There was a great turnout for the first breakfast and there is room for many more! Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

 

Jesus said, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world! (John 16:33)

 

 

 

Congratulations

Congratulations to Greg and Lisa Schmitz and Bonnie Koop on the birth of their new grandson/great-grandson, Jetson Matthew born on Monday, March 7.  He is the son of Matthew and Cathy Schmitz and joins brothers Kooper (4) and Zane (2). Congratulations!!

Adult Sunday School

Our next class will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service on March 27. Everyone is welcome, join any time! Last week we had seven of us who gathered to talk about God’s grace. There is always room at the table for many more! Join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word.

 

Lions’ Breakfast Casserole Fundraiser

The next omelet breakfast will be held on March 20.  There will be no omelet breakfast in April due to Easter.  However, the Lions are doing a ham and cheese breakfast casserole fundraiser. Cost is $10 for an 8x8 and $15 for a 9x12 casserole. These can be heated immediately or frozen up to 4 weeks. Order forms are available at City Hall or the library or by contacting Kenny Thompson (319-240-1239), Chris Thompson (319-240-8633 or chris.thompson27@gmail.com). Orders and payments are due by March 25.

 

Easter Activities and Services

We will once again be holding the Easter Egg Hunt in the park this year. It will be held on Saturday, April 16, 10:00 AM. Contact Darla Payne or Sandy Becker if you would like to make a donation.  The Youth Group will once again be hosting the early service on Easter morning, April 17, 7:30 AM, followed by a free will donation breakfast.  Regular service will be held at 9:00 AM.

 

Daylight Savings Time begins March 13…remember to set your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night!

 

         




MARCH 6, 2022 


Announcements

Please keep the following people in your prayers:                     

Russ Truex, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Aaron Burch, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don Feckers, Al Shaw, Bonnie Koop

 

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com), Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).

 

Upper Room

The new Upper Room devotionals have arrived for March/April. Please contact the church if you would like one sent or delivered to you. They have some wonderful daily devotions for the Easter season.

 

Evening Circle

Evening Circle is planning a Mother/Daughter/Ladies Luncheon on Sunday, April 24.  There will be a meeting to begin planning the luncheon on Tuesday, March 15, 6:00 PM. There will be a regular Evening Circle Meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 6:00 PM.

 

Thought for the Day

From March/April Upper Room (March 2)

 

When my path is confusing, I can trust that Jesus journeys with me.

Read Matthew 11:25-30

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life.

 

Men’s Breakfast Group

The Men’s Breakfast Group will meet on Saturday, March 26, 8:00 AM.  There was a great turnout for the first breakfast and there is room for many more! Contact Steve Koop or Randy Johnson if you have questions.

 

Adult Sunday School

We will be beginning an Adult Sunday School Class. We will meet from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM prior to the service. We hope to meet twice per month, our first classes are March 6 and March 27. Come join us for coffee and fellowship in God’s Word.

 

Lions’ Breakfast Casserole Fundraiser

The next omelet breakfast will be held on March 20.  There will be no omelet breakfast in April due to Easter.  However, the Lions are doing a ham and cheese breakfast casserole fundraiser. Cost is $10 for an 8x8 and $15 for a 9x12 casserole. These can be heated immediately or frozen up to 4 weeks. Order forms are available at City Hall or the library or by contacting Kenny Thompson (319-240-1239), Chris Thompson (319-240-8633 or chris.thompson27@gmail.com). Orders and payments are due by March 25.

 





March 2022 Newsletter

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February 27, 2022 Announcements


Feb. 27 Announcements (1).docx

February 20, 2022 Announcements

February 20 Announcements.pdf

February 13, 2022 Announcements

Announcements 2-13.docx
February 6 Announcements #2.pdf

FEBRUARY 2022 NEWSLETTER

February Newsletter (2).pdf

JANUARY 30, 2022   ANNOUNCEMENTS

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JANUARY 9, 2022   ANNOUNCEMENTS

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JANUARY 2022 NEWSLETTER

January 2022 Newsletter.doc

DECEMBER NEWSLETTER

December 2021 Newsletter.doc

November 28, 2021   Announcements




Announcements 11-28 (1).docx.pdf

November 21, 2021   Announcements


Announcements 11-21.docx

November 14, 2021   Announcements


Announcements 11-14.docx

November 7, 2021   Announcements

Announcements 11-7.docx

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

November 2021 Newsletter.doc

ANNOUNCEMENTS 10/31/2021

Announcements 10-31.docx

ANNOUNCEMENTS 10/24/2021

OCTOBER 17, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS

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OCTOBER 10, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Announcements 10-10.docx
October 2021 Newsletter.doc

OCTOBER NEWSLETTER



OCTOBER 3,   2021  ANNOUNCEMENTS

Announcements 10-3.docx

Our church was honored as an the outstanding community organization at the annual City Recogniton Ceremony at the New Hartford October Celebration.  Pastor Chan accepted the award on behalf of the congregation

Coming Soon:  Pumpkin Fest in New Hartford, October 2, 2021


https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JJzN2JMJGSJQFzH6DNBFsJNCMuFXDRSj/view?usp=sharing

Here's an opportunity to sign up to donate: (copy and paste link below)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c44afa823a5fac52-pumpkin


Pumpkin Fest 2021.pdf

SEPTEMBER 26,  2021  ANNOUNCEMENTS



Announcements 9-26.docx

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS



Announcements 9-19.docx

SEPTEMBER 2021 NEWSLETTER

September 2021 Newsletter.docx

AUGUST 22, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS


Please keep the following people in your prayers: 

Russ Truex, Alex Mooty, Bud DeBuhr, Ron & Evelyn Lichtneger, Jack & Lola Davis, Jack Fish, John McEnaney,, Aaron Burch, Janice Wiese,  Bonnie Rawdon, and Teresa (Bonnie Rawdon’s friend)

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter please contact Bev by Wednesday or email Eva at eva.depriest@yahoo.com Bev 319-983-2826 Or leave a message at the church 983-2232 And if there are any critical needs please call Pastor Chan 319-930-9034


BIBLE SCHOOL


 Bible School

     We wish to thank everyone for their help and support in making Bible School a great success this year.  We had 36 smiling faces who enjoyed messages, crafts, games, and singing. Each child made a WE ARE THE CHURCH quilt block and enjoyed a cookie that they made cut in the shape of their own hand, along with many sprinkles and lots of frosting.  Pastor and Joy brought us a wonderful message about church and school in Nigeria and Korea, along with some beautiful music and great costumes.  Special thanks to our Bible School helpers: Jean Eich, Denise LeBahn, Darla Payne, Donna Payne, Steve Koop, Pastor Chan and Joy, Dawn Cornelius, Judy Thompson, Madi Metz, Olivia Child, Aida Tott, Gentry Swarts, Grace Wood, Kale Petersen, and Cam Tott. 


SUNDAY SCHOOL


Sunday School will again reopen on Sunday, September 12.  We are once again looking for people to teach Sunday School much like we did last year.  You pick your Sunday, bring your own ideas or we will provide materials for you.  We really loved all the things many of you shared with the children last year, and we hope to repeat that again.  If you would like to teach anytime in September through December, please let Denise LeBahn or Sandy Becker know.  We will schedule for the winter later this fall.  Thank you!



RECIPES NEEDED

    We are planning a HOMETOWN COOKBOOK as a fundraiser for the Splash Pad.  Our goal is to have it available for purchase at Christmas.  However, we need all those great family recipes! If you would like to submit a recipe or recipes, there are forms available at church or you may contact Sandy Becker by phone or email with your recipes (319-269-4138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com).

AUGUST 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Announcements 8-1.docx
August 2021 Newsletter.doc

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS  AUGUST 2021

Thank you from Sandy Becker for the partcipation from the church and so many others!  She received 110 pies for the fundraiser! 


Previous Announcements:


Announcements for the week beginning July 25  (or see box above)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lx984VQkUV-BIETvQLp51iv12oSIR3i4/view?usp=sharing




          100 PIES FOR RAGBRAI

       We are looking for 100 pies to cut and sell at RAGBRAI for the Splash Pad   

    Fundraiser on July 28.      We are looking for rhubarb, strawberry/rhubarb, peach,      cherry, apple, pecan, Brownie, and         

    raspberry pies.  If you would like to sign up, you can use this link:

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44AFA823A5FAC52-splash

Or you can sign up with Sandy Becker (3192694138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com).  We would like all sign up completed by July 25. Thank you!!


UPDATE:  Sandy received 110 pies!  She included the following thank-you to the New Hartford Community.  Thanks, to you, also, Sandy!

Dear Community Volunteers,

There are no words that can say thank you enough for the wonderful event our community put on yesterday. I wanted to start thanking everyone, but then realized there was no way to thank so many people who made this happen, many we don't even

know about. Instead I decided to make a list of thoughts about... You KNOW you are from the NEW HARTFORD COMMUNITY when you...

...have people ask, "Do you still need pies??"

...when you ask for a 100 pies and end up with 110 plus! ...you see the garden committee out ALL week preparing our beautiful city gardens

...when people who no longer live in NH, drive back just to volunteer!

...you have 20 bags of ice to unload and carry a block, and suddenly there is a line of people who just show up and start carrying ice

...your mayor, city council members, and maintenance crew are all emptying garbage and keeping a constant eye on the community

...your Lion's Club shows up in full force to fry burgers on a 100 degree day ...you ask for tractors for the riders to see and twelve amazing tractors show up

clean and sparkling and ready to be shared ...your local volunteer emergency crew keep constant vigil, helping riders and

assisting in whatever way is needed ...your city clerk lines up Maddie Poppe to perform in our little town

...local friends from the lowa Corn Growers show up to feed free sweet corn ...local farmers roll into town with tractors and cables for bikes to park between

...a family volunteers to paint the big wooden bike only days before RAGBRAI ..ladies from the New Hartford United Methodist Church and all over our community

are diligently baking pies, brownies, cookies ...numerous people take vacation days, volunteer their time just to make this event

happen

....you hear comments from riders, "This was a great stop!" "Free Sweet Corn!" "These pies are homemade? Wow! This is great!" "We stopped here last time it was here, and it was great again!" "Everyone just goes with the flow here."

Yes! It is an honor to be part of this community. Thank you to everyone who helped PUT US ON THE MAP!

Sandy Becker





We Are the Church Vacation Bible School

      Join us on August 8, 9, 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for Bible School.  Help us kick off Bible School on August 8 a little differently this year, with a picnic in the park! Everyone is invited...all ages, bring your family, your friends, your neighbors and join us for a great time! We will be playing kickball, yard games, board games, crafts, prizes and food (free) and treats to enjoy!! Join us at Packwaukee Park and bring your smiles!  Bible School will continue on Monday and Tuesday evenings for children who have completed one year of preschool to those who will be in 6th grade in the fall. Bible School on Monday and Tuesday will be held at the church from 5:30-7:30 p.m..  If you would like to help on any of the evenings, please contact Denise LeBahn, Jean Eich or Sandy Becker.


 







AUGUST 2021 NEWSLETTER

ANNOUNCEMENTS JULY 25, 2021

Announcements 7-25.docx

ANNOUNCEMENTS JULY 18,  2021

Announcements 7-18.docx

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS      JULY 2021



          100 PIES FOR RAGBRAI

       We are looking for 100 pies to cut and sell at RAGBRAI for the Splash Pad Fundraiser on July 28.      We are looking for rhubarb, strawberry/rhubarb, peach, cherry, apple, pecan, Brownie, and         

    raspberry pies.  If you would like to sign up, you can use this link:

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44AFA823A5FAC52-splash

Or you can sign up with Sandy Becker (3192694138 or sandralbecker81@gmail.com).  We would like all sign up completed by July 25. Thank you!!




BIBLE SCHOOL TEAM MEETING

There will be a Bible School Team Meeting on Wednesday, July 7, 6:00 p.m. at the church.  Please come help us plan stories and activities.  Our theme is WE ARE THE CHURCH, and we want as many of our church family involved in as many ways as possible and comfortable for them!! If you are able to help, but can't make the meeting, please contact Denise LeBahn, Jean Eich, or Sandy Becker.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 7/4/2021


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JULY 11  ANNOUNCEMENTS







July 2021 Newsletter.doc
June 2021 Newsletter.doc
Announcements 6-27.docx
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ANNOUNCEMENTS 5/23/21


Announcements 5-23.docx

CONFIRMATION SLIDESHOW 2021

Confirmation Slide Show

Congratulations to our Seniors! God Bless you in your journey, we look forward to watching your success! The seniors honored last Sunday were:

Addy & Abby Sohn, daughters of Tyler & Jackie Sohn

2021 Graduates of Dike-New Hartford High School

 

Elie Considine, daughter of Chris & Sue Considine

2021 Graduate of Cedar Falls High School

 

Elizabeth Moore, daughter of Todd & LeAnn Moore & Mariah & Tim Wendel

2021 Graduate of Aplington-Parkersburg High School

 

Photo: (left to right) Abby Sohn, Addy Sohn, Elizabeth Moore, Elie Considine

(back) Pastor Chan



Senior Slide Show 2021

ANNOUNCEMENTS – February 19, 2023

Transfiguration Sunday

Please keep the following people in your prayers:

Russ Truex, Ron Lichtneger, Lola Davis, Jack Fish, Bonnie Rawdon, Larry & Sandy Bass, Don & Sharon Feckers, Wilma Dietrick, Lynn Rodenbeck, Bev Maas, Pat Nieman, Pam Kyhl, Bonnie Koop, Diane (Feckers) Shindler, Mark & Rodney Youngberg, Jack Simcox, Di Bass,

Jean Rawdon

Prayer Requests or Announcements:

If you have a prayer request or an announcement for the weekly newsletter, please contact Sandy (319-269-4138) or sandralbecker81@gmail.com, Bev (319-983-2826) or leave a message at the church (319-983-2322) by Wednesday. If you have any critical needs, please call Pastor Chan (319-930-9034).


February Food Pantry Needs:

ketchup, Ranch dressing, hot dogs, margarine quarters, hamburger, Mandarin oranges, mixed fruit, dish soap, laundry detergent, men’s shampoo/body wash

New Coin Tube Mission: Grace Wood – Student Visionaries of the Year Program – Fighting LLS (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society)

Please see article about Grace’s mission in the February newsletter. Grace presented some information to us last Sunday at church.  She will be sharing some other fundraising opportunities with us through March 12.

Thank You

The Youth would like to express their thanks to everyone who donated and ate at the “Soup”er Bowl Meal. A special thank you to Thrivent Financial who donated items for the meal as well as 20 lbs. of hamburger for our food pantry. Additionally, thank you to everyone who brought their food pantry donations to “vote” for the Super Bowl teams.  Looks like the Chiefs came out on top for the church vote and the Super Bowl.

Thank You

I’d like to thank the New Hartford Methodist Church and Sandy Becker for the constant support and usage of the hospitality room for the mental health meetings that we have held here at the Church!    I’m so incredibly grateful for being a member of this church community and for the congregation for always being willing to help.  I also want to thank Michael Schmitz for the technical assistance as well!   We had an incredible turn out!   

Thank you again, Kobey Swarts


Church Conference Outcome

Our church conference was held on Sunday, February 12, 3:00 PM, with 55 members voting.  The result of the vote 93% who voted to disaffiliate.  This means we have some work ahead for all of our as unite to move forward connected and united in God’s Word.


Evening Circle – February 14

Evening Circle met and distributed Valentine boxes to several people from our community.  Many smiles and warmed hearts were blessed Tuesday evening. Thank you to everyone who delivered, brought cookies and goodies, and assembled boxes.  Special thank you to our Sunday School students who made beautiful cards to share.


Adult Sunday School – February 19 – 8:00 AM

Lions’ Omelet Breakfast  - February 19


February 22 – Ash Wednesday Service 7:00 PM


February 25 – Men’s Breakfast – 8:00 AM


 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)