Phone: 330.499.6040 Fax: 330.305.1600
E-mail: ncfaith@faithumchurch.org Website: www.faithumchurch.org
Journey Into Faith Learning ~ Loving ~ Leading
Introducing Daniel Parsley Faith UMC’s First Worship Arts Coordinator & Chancel Music Director Daniel was selected out of over 30 applicants for the position of Worship Arts Coordinator and Chancel Music Director. Over 40 people from Faith were involved in the selection/interview process. Daniel will begin on July 1, but has already started to participate in the selection process for the other music/worship arts positions. Please welcome Daniel Parsley into the life and ministry of Faith UMC. Daniel Parsley enjoys an active career as church musician, conductor, and professional chorister in Northwest Ohio. Parsley holds the Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from Bowling Green State University where he studied with Mark Munson, Timothy Cloeter, and Sandra Frey Stegman. While at Bowling Green, Daniel was the Assistant Director for the Collegiate Chorale, A cappella Choir, University Choral Society, and University Men’s Chorus as well as director for the select Men’s Chorus Chamber Ensemble. Parsley has prepared choruses for conductors such as James Meena, Giordano Bellincampi, and Emily Freeman Brown. Many diverse professional experiences reflect Daniel's breadth of interests and knowledge. As a church musician, Daniel has served as Director of Music Ministries at the First Presbyterian Church of Bowling Green, Director of Choral Music at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Oregon, OH and Director of Music at Mt. Washington United Methodist in Cincinnati, OH. While in Bowling Green, Daniel served as the Artistic Director for Harmonia Sacra Bowling Green, a semi -professional vocal chamber ensemble dedicated to performance of high quality sacred literature. Daniel also served as Assistant Conductor for the Toledo Choral Society, which presents annual performances of Handel's Messiah with the Toledo Symphony. Parsley remains an active member of the American Choral Conductor's Association and ChorusAmerica. As an educator, Parsley served as Assistant Faculty member for the 2013 KIIS Salzburg-Mozarteum program where he will return in the summer of 2015. While in Salzburg, Daniel has taught choral literature courses, conducting, and serves as conductor for the KIIS Opera Scenes and Chorale. Past guest conductor appearances include ensembles such as the Edgecliff Vocal Ensemble, Harmonia Sacra Xaveriana, Cincinnati’s Scholar Cantorum, and University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music Women’s Chorus. As a scholar, Daniel was awarded the 2011-2012 Brueggeman Fellowship to conduct research in Ghana, West Africa. The resulting document, Musical Trends in a Globalizing Ghana: Politics, Economics, and Musical Evolution, received publication rights in 2013. In May 2013, Daniel was selected to present research entitled Cultural Brokers and the New Ghanaian: Claims within the Identity Arena at the Society for Ethnomusicology’s Midwest Spring Conference. As a professional chorister, Parsley has sung with organizations such as Toledo Opera, Tuscia Opera Festival (Viterbo, Italy), Berkshire Choral Festival, Canterbury Singers, Cincinnati May Festival, and Harmonia Sacra Xaveriana, the premier sacred choral ensemble of Cincinnati. Parsley holds dual B.M. Voice Performance and B.A. International Studies degrees with minors in Peace Studies and History from Xavier University, a Jesuit institution in Cincinnati, Ohio. At Xavier University, he studied with Tom Merrill, Scot Buzza, and Matthew Westgate. Parsley's experience and education has prepared him as a comprehensive musician armed with knowledge of music as both an art and science. Integration of many diverse professional and educational experiences has led Daniel to consider himself foremost an educator in any professional, liturgical, or community based musical environment.
Youth
Honoring the Legacy This past Sunday our family did something that we haven’t done in several months which is that we skipped church on Sunday. Well technically I took a vacation day to spend some muchneeded time with my family. While this might not seem like such a crazy thing, special holidays are one of those things that people who work in the local church often sacrifice because of our ministries. Don’t get me wrong I love the families that I am blessed to minister to but sometimes that comes at the expense of my own family. Well needless to say this Mother’s Day we decided to take a semi-spontaneous trip to Pittsburgh to spend a couple of days there. We enjoyed our time away, saw some animals at the zoo which our children loved, ate some wonderful food and simply enjoyed being together as a family. However, as I was going through this weekend and thinking about Mother’s Day a few things hit me. Read the full story at http://faithumc-refuge.tumblr.com/ As you think about your own life and your parents, I want you to consider a few of questions today. First, if your parents are still alive, when was the last time you truly appreciated them for everything that they have done for you? What could you do to thank them for the influence they had in your life? Second, if your parents have passed away remember some of the wonderful characteristics that you have today because of their influence. I challenge you to find a way to remember and honor them if you haven’t already. Third and finally, if you are a parent yourself what qualities do you desire to instill in your children and students for years to come, knowing that your influence may not be truly appreciated for years to come? As you reflect upon these questions, remember that your influence as a parent does truly matter and seek to find a way to thank your parents for their influence in your life as well. Youth Mission Trip News: Our mission trip planning, events, and fundraising for our trip to Henderson Settlement in Frakes, Kentucky next summer are in full swing. Here are some ways that you can help us raise the necessary funds to make this trip a possibility: Our donation boards are available both in the gathering area and outside the youth room for your convenience We have gift cards available to purchase and order forms are available in the church office On Saturday, June 7th come to the Applegrove Burger King to get your car looking nice and clean for the summer Our students are always looking for opportunities to serve others throughout the year. If you have any questions about our trip feel free to contact Donny Bell (donnybell@gmail.com) or Matt Hart (mhart@faithumchurch.org). Thank you for your partnering with this life-changing ministry!
9:45 Service Location Change June 1st June 1st the 9:45 Service will be held in the sanctuary due to graduation brunch. This will not affect the other services. Thank you.
Summer Small Groups What’s your summer passion? Gardening, Running, Walking, Exercise, Summer Night Biking, Bonfires, Reading, Scrapbooking, Cooking, Exploring Nature, Art, Other ideas? Looking for people interested in helping form some fun and creative short term small group Bible Study experiences this summer. Check Sunday’s bulletin, Faith’s Website and Facebook Page for updated information on Faith’s Small groups. Contact Kathy Shmucker kschmucker@faithumchurch.org
Faith Young Adult Group Faith’s Young Adult Group meets on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm! Support the ministry of Faith’s Young Adults and learn more about UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) by helping to donate flood bucket items. Visit the Young Adult page of our Website for specific items needed: http://faithum.weebly.com/young-adults.html
Visit the Emmaus page of our church website to learn more about this experience of Christian renewal, formation, and leadership development: http://faithum.weebly.com/emmaus.html Pick up an Emmaus brochure in the church literature racks! Interested in being part of a Christian accountability group? Contact Pam Wig or Kathy Schmucker for more information!
Nurturing Your Faith Want to learn more about nurturing your faith? For more information or questions about faith formation opportunities and resources or about starting or getting involved in a small group, prayer group, or Bible study experience at Faith UMC, visit our website or contact Kathy Schmucker, Faith’s Director of Christian Education & Spiritual Formation or any member of Faith’s Education & Spiritual Formation Ministry Team. 330-499-6040, kschmucker@faithumchurch.org
Children Summer Story Time Summer Story Time for Preschool Age Children: Preschool-age children, along with their parent or care-giver, are invited to come to Faith UMC for summer reading fun on TUESDAYS, June 3, June 10, July 1, July 22, August 5 at 10:00 am at Faith UMC’s Library! We are looking for some individuals who would like to coordinate an activity or craft for children following summer story time. For Information see Betsy Gorrell, Nancy Share, or Kathy Schmucker
Virtual Bookstore Faith’s Education & Spiritual Formation Ministry Team is excited to invite you to check out our Virtual Bookstore! Visit our website (http://faithum.weebly.com/virtual-book-store.html) and click on the special links to Cokesbury & Amazon! All purchases (not just books, but most any product carried by Amazon and Cokesbury) made through these online links will help support our ministries!
Spiritual Formation
EMMAUS
Summer Sunday School “May you be filled with the knowledge of God’s will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you may lead lives worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, as you bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God.” Colossians 1: 9-10
Please stop by the Children’s Welcome Station near the Sanctuary and Family Life Center to sign in children, make their Sunday School name tags, and find information for families!
Ministry Celebration “Spiritual Formation Ministry Celebrations! It is with great joy that we celebrate that Faith UMC has been awarded a Summertime Fun Kids Grant from the Stark Community Foundation to help support our faith-based summer literacy program, Camp Read-ALot! Praise God for Kohl’s department store for their generous donation of 376 children’s books to Faith’s Camp Read-A-Lot! Thank you to everyone who participated in our Ruby Tuesday Fundraiser! As a result, Ruby Tuesday’s restaurant has donated $381 to support Faith’s literacy ministries. This means that $1906.35 in sales were generated by the fundraiser. Estimating an average meal at $15, approximately 127 may have people participated in this event! Thank you! Look for our next Ruby Tuesday fundraiser coming in July! Over 50 adults, children, and volunteers participated in Friday Night Out (Date Night) from September –May! Special thanks to all the volunteers who made this experience possible! An average of 50 meals were served at Faith UMC nearly every Wednesday evening from September – April. Thanks to all the generous donations and enthusiastic volunteers that help to make Wednesday Night Faith Connections a vital ministry! 100’s of prayers from the Lego Wailing Wall were transformed into butterfly prayers for Easter. On May 18 we released dozens of butterflies in celebration of the conclusion of The Story series. Raising caterpillars into butterflies has enabled our families to experience first-hand why a butterfly is a symbol of Christianity.
Spiritual Formation
Faith’s Summer Sunday School session begins on June 1! Children: Faith Nursery, Room 18, 8:30, 9:45, & 11:00 Children from birth through age 3 are cared for in a nurturing environment where little ones experience God’s love. Preschool Ages 3-5 & Elementary Grades K-2 & Grades 3-6, Following Children’s Message Grow your faith by leaps and bounds! June’s Theme: Becoming the church. We will be combining our preschool and elementary classes into two age groups for the summer months Look for more information at the Children’s Welcome table on Sunday mornings! Youth: Out of the Box Youth Grades 6-12 at 9:45 in the Youth Room Adults: Check Sunday’s bulletin throughout the summer for opportunities for discussion & reflection!
VBS: July 14 – 18, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Weird Animals Where Jesus’ Love is One of a Kind God filled the world with a lot of crazy creatures...including you! When kids feel weird, different, or even lost in a crowd—nothing compares to the extraordinary love of Jesus. SERVE: Make a difference for Christ in our community this summer! Prayerfully consider how God may be calling you to partner with Him for this year's VBS experience. Volunteers will be needed to help prepare for VBS as well as serve the week of VBS. To get involved in this year’s VBS, find Milton the Mole in the church, visit our website (http://faithumcchildren.weebly.com/vbs.html) or call Sandy Vaughn (330) 704-6534.
A faith-based summer literacy program for kids entering grades K-3. Thursdays July 3, 10, 17 (VBS), 24, & 31; 10:00 am – Noon Tell your friends, family, and neighbors and invite a child to come to Faith’s Camp Read-A-Lot! Registration information will be available on our website or in the church office!Donations of children’s books, beginning readers are much appreciated to help support this summer ministry! We are so excited that so many parents and grandparents from our community are inquiring about bringing their children to Camp Read-A-Lot again this summer! As of this writing nearly 90 children are looking for somebody to share their love for reading by serving as a volunteer during Faith's summer literacy program. Volunteers are needed to serve as mentors to read & play games with children, interact with parents, assist with setting up and cleaning up learning stations, and prayer partners. Training will be provided. Join us this summer and make a difference for Jesus in the life of a child. Contact Laura Luikart, Paulette Baker, Jan Baker, or Kathy Schmucker for more information. GIVING TREE: Look for the giving tree in the Gathering Area & Family Life Center. Pick a tag and purchase items to help support Faith’s summer ministries. Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated! Last year’s generous donations from the giving tree enabled us to provide snacks for an additional 100 children! DATES TO REMEMBER: VBS/Camp Read-A-Lot Work Day –Wednesday, June 4th 10:00 am – 12:00pm VBS Planning Meeting: Wednesday, June 4th 6:30 pm Camp Read-A-Lot/VBS Work Day Camp Read-A-Lot Orientation & Training for All Volunteers: VBS Orientation & Training for All Volunteers: Tuesday, July 1 at 10:00 am OR 6:30 pm Set up for VBS: Sunday, July 13 after 3rd Service
Spiritual Formation
INVITE & REGISTER: Join us at Faith UMC for our VBS adventure for preschool children ages 4 and up, elementary students entering Kindergarten through 4th grade, and our special Adventure VBS for 5th & 6th grade students. Pick up a ‘Save the Date’ flyer and share with your friends and family! Registration is now available on our website! Preregister by July 12 and receive a FREE VBS Weird Animals Music CD (one per family) as a special gift!
Holy Conferencing Homosexuality, the Bible and the Church With guests speakers Rev. Dr. Chet Harris and Rev. Dr. Ken Chalker Saturday, June 7, 8:45-12:30, Robinson Hall
In December of this past year, Rev. Frank Schaefer, a United Methodist Pastor in the Pennsylvania Conference, had his ordination revoked because he performed a wedding for his gay son. The official stance of the United Methodist Church (UMC) is that “the practice of homosexuality is incompatible with Christian teaching” and therefore “Ceremonies that celebrate homosexual unions shall not be conducted by [UMC] ministers…” and “self-avowed practicing homosexuals are not to be… ordained as ministers…” (¶ 161.F, ¶ 341.6 & ¶ 304.3 in the 2012 Book of Discipline). However, a growing number of United Methodists disagree with the church’s current and historical stance. The Sunday after Rev. Schaefer was defrocked, I invited the church to be in prayer for the UMC in light of this news. After the service and throughout the following week, a number of people spoke with me about their concerns related to the UMC and its stance on homosexuality. Some feel strongly that the UMC needs to firmly hold to its current stance. Some feel strongly that the UMC needs to change. The people of Faith UMC, like the whole denomination, represent diverse perspectives on the topic. One of the strengths of FUMC is its diversity of perspectives. Living in diverse community facilitates spiritual growth in our ability to love God, neighbor and self, the foundation of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. But, it isn’t easy. Understanding, appreciating and ultimately loving persons who passionately hold views opposed to our own takes prayer and practice. According to John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, holy conferencing is key to that practice and growth. Cara and I feel called to engage holy conferencing at all levels of ministry for relationship building, discernment and decision-making. John Wesley believed that the Holy Spirit is enlivened to do its transformational work when God’s people come to the table in honest, humble, authentic and even passionate dialogue - in other words, through holy conferencing. In the midst of the controversial topics of his day, Wesley said, “Though we may not all think alike, may we not love alike? May we not be of one heart though we may not be of one opinion? If your heart is as my heart, give me thy hand”. Wesley believed that holy conferencing is a means of grace like communion, worship, prayer, mission work and working for justice. Wesley’s comments convey the spirit and hope of holy conferencing. You are invited to participate in an experience of holy conferencing about the topic of homosexuality, the Bible and the Church on Saturday, June 7, 8:45-12:30 in Robinson Hall at Faith UMC. Rev. Dr. Chester “Chet” Harris and Rev. Dr. Ken Chalker, two highly respected UMC pastors and leaders serving in East Ohio will each tell their story and how they came to hold their opposing views. Pastors Steve and Cara will begin the day with worship, prayer, introductions and a review of the biblical and historical precedent for holy conferencing. The experience will close with Holy Communion. The purpose of the event is NOT to convince anyone of one view over the other, but rather to allow participants to learn about holy conferencing, hear different views and consider their own beliefs. For more information, including Rev. Harris’ and Rev. Chalker’s biographies, suggested reading and recommended DVDs, please visit www.faithumchurch.org Growing as disciples together in community, Pastor Steve
Holy Conferencing About
Homosexuality, the Bible and the Church Faith United Methodist Church Saturday, June 7 8:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Childcare with fun activities for children of all ages provided. Please RSVP with child’s age by calling our offices 330-499-6040
Faith UMC Pastors Steve and Cara invite you to learn about this important topic in the spirit of holy conferencing.
Guest Speakers Rev. Dr. Ken Chalker Rev. Chalker has been in parish ministry for 40 years. He was appointed to First UMC on Euclid Ave. in Cleveland in 1986. The congregation grew and in 2010 merged with Epworth -Euclid UMC to become University Circle UMC (www.churchinthecircle.com)
Ken is married to Elaine and they have two adult children. Dr. Chalker has an A.B. Degree from Mount Union College, a Master of Divinity from Duke University Divinity School and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary. Ken is a leader in the East Ohio Conference of the UMC having served as the Registrar on the Board of Ordained Ministry, the Conference Secretary and as a delegate to the North Central Jurisdictional Conference and to the General Conference. He is the author of Dare to Defy: Challenging Stereotypes and Looking at Relationships in a Christian Context and he has written numerous articles for newspapers and journals, including several articles published in the Forum section of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. If you read just one book on the topic for this event, Ken recommends you read The Loyal Opposition; Struggling with the Church on Homosexuality – edited by Tex Sample and Amy Delong. If you watch one DVD, Ken recommends the documentary For The Bible Tells Me So
Rev. Dr. Chet Harris Rev. Harris has been in parish ministry for 39 years. Currently, he is serving as the pastor of Dueber UMC in Canton, OH. (www.dueber.org) Chet has been married to Barbara for 40 years. They have 3 children and 7 grandchildren.
Dr. Harris has a degree in Bible and Sociology from Asbury College, a Master of Divinity with emphasis in Pastoral Psychology from Pittsburg Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry degree with emphasis in Church Growth from Asbury Theological Seminary. He is a leader in the East Ohio Conference of the UMC having served as Conference Chairperson of Evangelism, Chairperson of East Ohio Evangelical Fellowship, member Executive Committee of the Good News Board Pastor Chet has led several national and international mission trips. He is passionate about sharing the love of Christ in all ways. His hobbies include writing, collecting fossils and reading biographies of presidents and vice presidents. If you read just one book on the topic for this event, Chet recommends you read The Bible and Homosexual Practice: Texts and Hermeneutics by Robert Gagnon Resources on Holy Conferencing recommended by Pastors Steve and Cara: Eight Principles of Holy Conferencing by Bishop Sally Dyck and John Wesley’s sermon Catholic Spirit – Copies available at FUMC and at www.faithumchurch.org
WE CARE!! Butch Ransom Butch Ransom had emergency quadruple by-pass surgery on May 13th. He is home recuperating but is unable to work at the church or at his other jobs for a few months. An account has established at Charter One Bank where friends and family of Butch and Josephine can make donations to help offset the many expenses they will have in the coming months. You may make donations to this account at any Charter One Bank location. Gift Cards are also welcome for food (Giant Eagle) or gas (Marathon or BP). Send those cards directly to their home - 367 Chapple Hill Drive NE North Canton 44720.
Sermon & Study Series Ideas The Pastors are interested in hearing from you sermon series ideas. If you have a suggestion please put them in the box in the Narthex or email ideas to mbiss@fatihumchurch.org. “On Call” Custodial Substitute Needed
Faith Church is looking for someone who is interested in “part time-on call” custodial work. This person would fill in if needed when one of the custodians is not available or on vacation. Hours could be 7:30-4:00 p.m., 6-9pm, and Sundays. If you are interested or know someone who might be interested, please contact the church office at 330.499.6040 or Dick Seeton at 330.685.7174. Person must be 18 years or older.
MEMBERSHIP CARE
We extend our deepest sympathy to: Richard & Tina Largent and family on the death of Richard’s father on May 5th Kathy and Angela Myers on the death of their husband and father, Tim Myers on May 6 Carolyn Krueger on the death of her brother Richard Earles on May 7th Donna Colucy on the death of her husband, Ray on May 7th Thank You Notes received from: Carolyn Krueger, Butch Ransom and Kathy Myers Thank you notes are posted on the bulletin board in Robinson Hallway.
Updates
Wanda Wise will be 91 on June 6th Delbert Larrick will be 97 on June 7th Maxine Pierce will be 90 on June 15th
Peace with Justice Sunday June 15 Peace with Justice Sunday is celebrated on the first Sunday after Pentecost. It is one of the six churchwide Special Sundays of The United Methodist Church. Participation in this offering enables The United Methodist Church to have a voice in advocating for peace and justice through a broad spectrum of global programs. Your gift on Peace With Justice Sunday helps spread the Gospel of Peace and encourages cooperation. Where exactly will the Peace with Justice Sunday offering go? Faith Church's offering dollars are forwarded to the East Ohio Conference which retains half of the proceeds and forwards the other half to the General Council on Finance and Administration. East Ohio's Peace with Justice Coordinator and committee determine how the East Ohio money will be used. Many conferences give grants to local churches and other United Methodist programs that promote peace with justice; others use the money for training in conflict resolution or other education initiatives within the conference. Please give to this important offering.
SCOUT TROOP 12 NEWS and INFORMATION June 2014 June 22-28: Preparations have begun for our troop’s annual Summer Camp at Seven Ranges Scout Reservation. Our scouts are busy gathering wood for our Pipestone Ceremony, completing requirements for rank advancement, and finishing prerequisites for merit badges. It is a busy time for the scouts and adult leaders! In addition, we will be celebrating the 50 th anniversary of our chartering of Troop 12 at summer camp. Our families will travel to Seven Ranges on one of our final nights of camp for a celebration dinner.
*As we celebrate the 50th anniversary this year of our charter with Faith United Methodist Church, we thought we would share some history and the names of the men who envisioned a Boy Scout Troop affiliation. What did $26.13 buy back in the early 1960’s? Well, it was enough to buy a Boy Scout Charter at FUMC! The original Troop 12 began with 26 new Boy Scouts and the first Scoutmaster, John Wright, and Assistant Scoutmaster, George Wilkin. Some other committee members who were instrumental in founding Troop 12 were Orin Harrington, Homer Force, Ken Losch, Dave Oby, and Wayne McCarthy. We are thankful for these men and their vision of establishing an organization for the youth of the church. We are proud to continue the fine reputation of Troop 12 that began with these men and the supportive congregation in 1964, and we thank God for the supportive church and congregation that we still have today.
Updates
Early July: An exciting high journey awaits many of our scouts and adult leaders as they travel to Northern Minnesota and the Great Northwoods to the Northern Tier High Adventure. The campers will encounter thousands and thousands of acres of pristine lakes and meandering streams, as well as dense forests and wetlands. This is a canoeing and camping adventure of a lifetime, and we pray for safe travels and wonderful memories for our scouts.
Canton Calvary Mission Requests TUNA/CANNED meat for June. The Mission feeds over 500 families monthly and appreciates all donations of non-perishable foods, personal hygiene and paper products. A marked box is located in the gallery for contributions to the Food Pantry. Thanks for your generous support!
Faith UMC Food Pantry Needs It has been a busy couple of months for the food pantry here at Faith UMC and we are in need of resupplying our shelves. We can especially use the following items: spaghetti sauce, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and vegetables, boxed potatoes, and cereal. Please put items in the bin marked Faith Food Pantry. Thanks for your support of this mission. We are also asking for monetary donations to help provide Giant Eagle gift cards for the perishable foods. Make your check payable to Faith UMC and write “community assistance” in the memo line.
EASTER OFFERING THANKS The Service in Mission Team would like to thank the congregation of Faith Church for their generous support of the 2014 Easter Offering. The Easter offering totaled $8,850. One hundred percent of this money is distributed to our seven missionaries, Canton Calvary Mission, P.A.L. (Preparation for Adult Living), New Horizon School in Paraguay, Faith Kitchen and Faith Church Community Assistance Fund. Through your faithful giving to the Easter Offering we are able to reach out to share the message and love of Christ to people locally, nationally and around the world. Thank you.
Change the World! Make a Difference in the Life of a Child! You may or may not be aware that 85 % of first time faith commitments are made between the ages of 4 and 14. This is one among many reasons that ministry with children is vital at Faith UMC. This summer we are blessed with many opportunities to nurture the faith of children and make a difference in their lives which ultimately changes the world - one child, one family at a time. Making a difference in the life of a child and their family can happen in many ways: Helping children and families feel welcome (Faith UMC is wonderful at this!) Serving as a Sunday School teacher or helper Being an extra set of hands, a smiling face in one of our Sunday School classes Sharing Christ’s love with little ones in Faith’s nursery Serving as a VBS crew leader or helper Serving as a VBS Snack Station Leader or 5th & 6th Grade Adventure Leader Serving as a Camp Read-A-Lot mentor or helper And many more..
Summer Sunday School: Terry Morgan, Teresa Purses, or Kathy Schmucker VBS: Sandy Vaughn or Kathy Schmucker Camp Read-A-Lot: Laura Luikart or Paulette Baker Library Summer Story Time: Betsy Gorrell, Nancy Share, or Kathy Schmucker Nursery & Childcare: Kristin Krach Adult Small Groups: Rob Christian, Laura Luikart, Tory Christian, Kathy Schmucker
Missions
Prayerfully consider getting involved in one of Faith’s summer ministries for children and change the world by saying yes to God’s call to make a difference in our children this summer. Sign-up sheets for Summer Sunday School teachers and helpers, VBS, Camp Read-A-Lot, and Library Summer Story Time will be available at the Spiritual Formation Tables in the Gathering Area outside the office or on the table outside the Family Life Center. For more information, email kschmucker@faithumchurch.org or contact any of the following:
Dig out your shorts & sandals, it's time for our annual picnic in the pavilion! The Friendship Baptist Male Chorus will be singing the gospel: Amazing Grace, The Lord's Prayer, and many other favorite hymns. (If the weather is unfriendly, we'll meet inside.) Date: Tuesday, June 10th
Program: Friendship Baptist Male Chorus, Singing the Gospel Cost of the meal: $4/person IMPORTANT: Please contact Betsy Douce with your reservation (330.494.3337 or BetsyDouce@yahoo.com) no later than Thursday, June 5th. MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Second Wind does not meet in July or August. September 9th, we'll be joined by Jin Stearns, author of Lost Seoul, who will share the amazing story of his life.
First Tuesday We’d love to have you join us for First Tuesday on June 3, 2014 at 8 a.m. in the Chapel. This month’s story will come from Alex Loy, a recent college graduate and educator. He will share aspects of his faith journey and career path. All are welcome to start the day, the month, the summer with worship and sharing! CIRCLE OF LOVE Circle of Love will meet for their annual picnic on Thursday, June 26th at 6:00p.m. (note time change). We will meet in the picnic pavilion (weather permitting) or in Robinson Hall. Each person is asked to bring a dish to share. Table service and beverages will be provided. Come join together for an evening of good food and good fellowship
This group meets on Tuesdays at the church in rooms 5 and 6. The hours are 9:00am to 11:30 am. We are currently working on crib quilts for the Aultman Hospital NICU. Anyone wishing to help make these beautiful quilts is welcome. In June we will be meeting at our regular time, June 5th at 1:00. In July, because of the 4th we will meet on July 10th. On August 7th we will have a picnic at Mike Fletchner’s camp at Atwood Lake, time TBA. Our mission is to comfort those with the prayer shawls that we lovingly create and pray over. We always welcome new and interested members. We have new yarn and extra needles/crochet hooks for anyone who would like to join us. Come and learn to knit or crochet from our talented and caring group. We meet the first Thursday of the month in the Parlor from 1-4pm.
Fellowship
Time: 11:45 am to 2:00 pm
WORSHIP IN JUNE
Pastor Cara preaching 8:30 Joanne Fox, Dulcimer, Mike Curtis, Guitar 9:45 Praise Team 11:00 Joanne Fox, Dulcimer, Mike Curtis, Guitar 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School
Jun 8
COMMUNION Pastor Steve preaching 8:30 Joy Unlimited 9:45 Praise Team 11:00 Chancel Choir 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School
Jun 1
Jun 15 Ron Luikart, speaker 8:30 Judy Clegg 9:45 Praise Team 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School 11:00 Judy Clegg Jun 22 Pastor Steve preaching 8:30 Sue Hirschman, soprano 9:45 Praise Team 11:00 Sue Hirschman, soprano 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School Jun 29 Pastor Cara preaching 8:30 Guinevere Rhoads, soprano 9:45 Praise Team 11:00 Guinevere Rhoads, soprano 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School
Volunteer Opportunities Quilters/Sewers Tuesdays, 9-11:30 AM Rooms 5 & 6 Nan Davis, Chair Faith Stitchers: Bring handwork 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursdays, 1-4 PM in the Parlor Bixler Library Tuesdays, 9:00-11:00AM Nancy Share & Betsy Gorrell, Chairs The Barbara Whitacre Prayer Shawl Ministry 1st Thursday, 1-4 PMin the Parlor Mike Flechtner, Contact Sewing for Missions 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, RH Sue Bell, Contact
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Contact Us: Reverends Steve & Cara Stultz Costello, Co-Pastors Sharyl Syler—Dir. of Administration & Finance Marc Biss—Communications Coordinator Kathy Schumucker—Dir. of Christian Ed. & Spiritual Formation Matt Hart—Dir. of Youth Ministry Sue Capestrain—Administrative Assistant Jan Bilek—Treasurer Alina Dorto—Dir. of Faith Friends Preschool
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FAITH NOTES
Sun
1 COMMUNION Pastor Steve preaching 8:30 Joy Unlimited 9:45 Worship in Sanctuary 11:00 Chancel Choir 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School 5:00p PAL Graduation party
8 PENTECOST Pastor Cara preaching 8:30 & 11:00 Joanne Fox dulcimer & Mike Curtis, guitar 9:45 Praise Team 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School 11:00 New Members Received
Mon
2 7:00 p Men’s open Basketball
9 7:00 p Men’s open Basketball
16 7:00 p Men’s open Basketball
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15 TRINITY SUNDAY Ron Luikart-Guest Speaker 8:30 Judy Clegg 9:45 Praise Team 11:00 Judy Clegg 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School
22 7:00 p Men’s open Basketball
307:00 p Men’s open Basketball
Pastor Steve preaching 8:30 Sue Hirschman-soprano 9:45 Praise Team 11:00 Sue Hirschman-soprano 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School
29 Pastor Cara preaching 8:30 Guinevere Rhoads-soprano 9:45 Praise Team 11:00 Guinevere Rhoads-soprano 9:45 & 11:00 Sunday School
Tue
June 2014 3 6:00a Men’s Prayer Group 8:00a First Tuesday 9:00a Library Volunteers 9:00a Quilts to Share 6:00p PLC Meeting 7:00p Church Board Meeting 7:00 Young Adults 7:00p Boy Scouts 7:00p Ministry Council 106:00a Men’s Prayer Group 9:00a Library Volunteers 9:00a Quilts to Share 9:30a Daniel Plan Sm Group 11:45 Second Wind picnic 7:00 Young Adults 7:00p Boy Scouts
176:00a Men’s Prayer Group 9:00a Library Volunteers 9:00a Quilts to Share 9:30a Daniel Plan Small Group 6:30 Finance Meeting 7:00 Young Adults 7:00p Boy Scouts
24 6:00a Men’s Prayer Group 9:00a Library Volunteers 9:00a Quilts to Share 9:30a Daniel Plan Small Group 6:00p VBS/CRAL Prep 7:00p SPRC 7:00 Young Adults
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Thu
6
Fri
7
Sat
Calendar
Wed
1:00p Prayer Shawl 6:30 Worship Ministry Team
14
7:00a Men’s Life Study 8:00a Holy Conf. Dialog on Homosexuality 9:00a Mission team Car Wash @ Burger King
13
28
Faith Kitchen
7:00a Men’s Life Study
21
27
20
26
Youth Mission Trip June 28-July5
10:00a CRAL Training 1:00p Faith Stitchers 1:00p Alzheimer’s Group 6:30p CRAL Training 7:00p Trustees Meeting
19
10:00a VBS/CRAL Prep 1:00p Faith Stitchers 6:30p Stephen Ministry 7:00p Stewardship Ministry
12
4 12:15p Staff Meeting 9:00 VBS/CRAL Prep Party 6:30p Sewing for Missions 6:30p VBS Meeting
1112:15p Staff Meeting
1812:15p Staff Meeting 6:30p Sewing for Missions
2512:15p Staff Meeting
1:00p Faith Stitchers 6:30p Stephen Ministry 7:00p Circle of Love picnic