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For Friday, March 2, 2007 -- This Sunday will be the second Sunday in Lent
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Bible Passage for Sunday
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Ministry Resources
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Deaths: Robbins, Robinson, Woods
Ministerial Appointments
Movie Resources
New Job Listings
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Mission Opportunities
BIBLE PASSAGE FOR SUNDAY
In the words of Jesus: Jerusalem, Jerusalem! Your people have killed the prophets and have stoned the messengers who were sent to you. I have often wanted to gather your people, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings. But you wouldn’t let me. Now your temple will be deserted. You won’t see me again until the time when you say, “Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.”
– Luke 13:34-35,
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NEWS AND INFORMATION
MARCH MADNESS SUPPORTS NOTHING BUT NET, UM GLOBAL AIDS FUND
March is the month that Bishop Mike Coyner challenges Hoosier United Methodists to carry their enthusiasm for basketball nets into a March Madness for Missions by supporting two United Methodist mission projects – Nothing But Nets and the United Methodist Global AIDS Fund.
These two killer diseases of poverty, Malaria and HIV/AIDS, can be eliminated from humanity, and United Methodists are determined to help stamp them out.
The first is the Nothing But Nets campaign to purchase $10 mosquito repellent nets to protect children from getting Malaria. Bishop Mike asks every United Methodist family to purchase at least one net from our Nothing But Nets campaign. You can do that by credit card on-line at www.nothingbutnets.net or by sending the money through your local church to the Advance Special Mission Nothing But Nets (UMCOR Advance #982015) project.
The second is a call for each United Methodist congregation to donate at least $1 per member for the Global AIDS Fund to help eliminate the HIV/AIDS epidemic that is killing so many people, especially in Africa. Bishop Mike asks each of our 1,260 congregations to receive a special offering sometime during March for the United Methodist Global AIDS Fund (UMCOR Advance #982345). For local church and Annual Conference credit, put your gift in the offering plate one Sunday in March.
Please join Bishop Mike in a March Madness for Missions. Let’s March Against the Madness of Malaria and HIV/AIDS, and let’s make a difference in our world.
ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING OFFERING COMING MARCH 18
Once a year, during One Great Hour of Sharing, you and your congregation can join other United Methodists worldwide by making a special offering to support humanitarian aid from UMCOR. You can assure that when catastrophes cause suffering, your church, impelled by Jesus’ love and compassion will be in the lead to ease the pain.
The 2007 Offering Essential to UMCOR – Gifts to this offering underwrite UMCOR’s “costs of doing business.” That helps us keep our promise that 100 percent of designated donations go entirely to specific projects, said the Rev. R. Randy Day, General Secretary, UMCOR. “Our ability to respond and remain until the job is done is in direct proportion to the generosity of United Methodists at this time of offering.”
UMCOR is a good steward of God’s gifts, he said. Offering gifts over and above those used to cover administrative costs are channeled where they’re most needed. UMCOR’s specialized ministries – responding in disaster, fighting hunger, alleviating poverty, providing relief supplies around the world, and offering hospitality to immigrants and refugees – all assist the most vulnerable people whose need is greatest. For One Great Hour of Sharing resources, log on to www.umcgiving.org/content/sundays/OGHS_nav/onegreat.asp. – OGHS
BAKER CHAPEL CONSECRATES, PLACES STEEPLE ON NEW STRUCTURE
Literally lifting the cross of Jesus high, members and friends of Baker Chapel United Methodist Church at DeGonia Springs, Ind. in the Evansville District consecrated then hoisted a 30-foot steeple and five-foot cross atop the entrance to the congregation’s new building.
The Rev. Bob Walters, associate director or connectional ministries of the South Indiana Conference and the Rev. Randy Anderson, pastor of Centenary UMC in nearby Evansville officiated at the consecration service.
“We give God all the glory, praise and thanks,” said Baker Chapel member Barbara Dillon.
Sunshine and 47-degree temperatures blessed the Friday, Feb. 23 event. Members hope to be in their new facility by Easter. Dillon also reported that two Purdue landscaping students are working with the church on a plan to landscape the property.
For pictures, updates and information on volunteering, log on to www.bakerchapel.org.
UPSIDE-DOWN WEEK AT THE STATEHOUSE
With legislation being pushed through both chambers of the Indiana General Assembly, some upside-down results were witnessed this week.
HB1835, the slot machine bill opposed by United Methodists and the Indiana Coalition Against Legalized Gambling, was approved by a House vote of 54-39 to place up to 2,500 slot machines at each of the two Indiana horse-race tracks in Anderson and Shelbyville. The bill is now in the house, where it will find an uphill battle to survive.
The House also voted down HB1008, the lower-income health-care insurance bill to be funded with a 25-cent increase in the cigarette tax, by a 44 yes - 52 no vote. Only 19 Republicans joined 25 Democrats to support the bill, which was a surprise since the original Senate bill came out of the Governor’s office with strong support even by Indiana’s faith leaders (including Bishop Coyner) asking for a dollar increase in the cigarette tax to discourage teen smoking in Indiana. The Hoosier Faith and Health Coalition will meet with other coalitions today to see if there is a future for a cigarette tax hike this session.
In the Senate, members approved SB577, the state lottery privatization bill, with a 27-20 vote, however now that the bill is in the House, House Speaker Pat Bauer thinks it might die. Why? According to the Indianapolis Star, Bauer said opposition to the lottery privatization is rooted in the belief that it is “an expansion of gambling for education,” the same argument the Rev. Dick Hamilton, a retired UM pastor, presented last week to the Senate committee hearing the bill.
Good news for supporters of the Sudan Divesture legislation – HB1484, the House voted unanimously (97-0) this week to approve the legislation, which now goes to the Senate where it is expected to pass if it makes it to the floor. This bill prevents Indiana state pension funds to invest money into any company that does business with Sudan especially with its military. With other states approving the same measure, this sends a strong message to the Sudan government now in power that Hoosiers will not tolerate genocide.
KATRINA AID TODAY ASSISTS MORE THAN 108,000 KATRINA SURVIVORS
Katrina Aid Today has assisted 40,000 families to date with the value of services the program’s partners have provided estimated at more than $20 million, according to a report on the progress of Katrina Aid Today based in Washington, D.C.
“Reaching 108,000 people is a great milestone for us,” said Jim Cox, executive director of Katrina Aid Today. “But Katrina-affected families still need help, and we are expanding our outreach efforts across the country.”
Survivors, who continue to need the most help, are people whom the storm displaced from their homes, according to the report.
Katrina Aid Today plans to assist about 60,000 more Katrina-affected families over the next year, and is funded through a $66 million grant to United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and monitored by FEMA. –UMCOR
UNITED METHODISTS HELP IN ARKANSAS TORNADO RELIEF
Residents in the rural Arkansas Delta community flattened by a powerful Feb. 24 tornado are sifting through what's left of homes and businesses as The United Methodist Church assists in this town of 5,300 people. While Dumas First UMC and its parsonage were not damaged, “the devastation is unbelievable” for parts of town that were in the direct path of the tornado, according to the Rev. Glenn Pettus, pastor of the Dumas church.
The United Methodist Committee on Relief is providing a $10,000 assistance grant to aid in the relief effort, said Martha Taylor, director of communications for the Arkansas Conference. The conference is seeking donations of nonperishable food and bottled water. Mission teams and other volunteers are asked to contact Don Weeks, the conference Volunteers in Mission coordinator, at dweeks@arumc.org or by calling 501-681-2909.
UMCOR HELPS NORTH KATANGA IN BATTLING CHOLERA EPIDEMIC
The United Methodist Committee on Relief is helping the North Katanga Conference in the Democratic Republic of Congo battle a cholera epidemic caused by flooding along the Congo River. Many people already have died from the disease, which continues to spread.
The North Katanga Conference staff has implemented a plan to treat the sick and curtail the disease’s spread (International Disaster Response, Advance #982450). — UMNS
DEVOZINE ANNOUNCES SOUL TUNES CONTEST
The Upper Room Ministries magazine for youth and young adults, devozine, has announced a SoulTunes Contest, a competition for youth bands and songwriters. The deadline for entries is March 31, 2007. “Devozine knows that music is a huge part of youth culture today. And music is often the medium that young people use to express and to celebrate their faith,” says Editor Sandy Miller. “Because devozine is “devoted to God + devoted to prayer + devoted to youth,” we are calling youth bands, vocalists, and songwriters to write and record an original song that expresses their devotion to God,” she said.
The winners will perform the winning song “live” at Youth 2007 in Greensboro, N.C.
Youth 2007 is a huge youth event sponsored by GBOD, an agency of The United Methodist Church.
More than 10,000 youth and youth workers are expected to attend the gathering July 11-15, at the Greensboro Convention Center.
Youth bands and performers ages 13-19 may enter the contest online (mp3 format only) at www.devozine.org or may send their song on a CD, along with entry info to: devozine SoulTunes Contest, 1908 Grand Ave., P.O. Box 340004, Nashville, TN 37212). Entries in either format must be received by midnight, Central Standard Time, March 31.
All entries submitted for the SoulTunes Contest should adhere to the following guidelines (also available at www.devozine.org. For more information go to www.devozine.org or contact devozine@gbod.org. – GBOD
NEW FILM FESTIVAL TO SHARE UNITED METHODIST YOUTH INSIGHT
The United Methodist Church is calling on aspiring young filmmakers in its ranks to share their insights through the denomination’s first online film festival for youth.
The Insight project, sponsored by GBOD’s Young People’s Ministries section, will provide an opportunity for local youth groups to tell stories related to themes of faith and spirituality.
“Insight will give young people 12-18 the opportunity to experience faith through a medium with which they are already comfortable,” said Jay Clark, a Young People’s Ministries staff member. “We are excited about this opportunity to blend the areas of technology and faith,” added Clark, who was instrumental in developing the Insight project.
The short videos (three-10 minutes) can be in any genre – documentary, fiction, animation – and must be submitted by youth groups, not individuals. Participants may upload their entries to the festival Web site, www.InsightFilmFest.org, where they will be posted for viewing.
A panel of judges will decide on the winning films or videos and award cash prizes of $1,000, $500 and $250 for the top three. Winning entries will be shown during Youth2007, the church’s largest quadrennial youth event, to be held in Greensboro, N.C., July 11-15.
“Insight is a new way for youth groups to showcase their creativity,” said the Rev. Karen Greenwaldt, top executive at GBOD. “We are pleased that this avenue to telling stories that can help change the world for the better is to be an important part of Youth2007.”
Deadline to enter the film festival is May 1. Information about specific requirements for entries, additional suggestions for help and instructions for uploading are available on the Insight Web site, or by e-mailing InSight@GBOD.org.
DISCIPLESHIP, DUKE SPONSOR TERCENTENNIAL PILGRIMAGE TO ENGLAND
Here’s an exciting opportunity for continuing education (with continuing education credits) and enrichment for United Methodist pastors and laity, church musicians and artists this coming summer, from July 31 to Aug. 10. The Charles Wesley Tercentennial Pilgrimage in England will immerse participants in the life and world of Charles Wesley, the great hymn writer, preacher, and leader of early Methodism. Dr. Paul Chilcote, visiting professor of the Practice of Evangelism at Duke Divinity School, and Dr. Steve Manskar, director of Accountable Discipleship at the General Board of Discipleship, will serve as co-leaders of the group. The Pilgrimage is sponsored by the Duke University Divinity School and the General Board of Discipleship. For more information, log on to www.gbod.org/charleswesley300. – Duke University
GEORGIA LAY LEADER TO ADDRESS AT GENERAL CONFERENCE
A Georgia woman has been tapped to deliver the laity address at the 2008 United Methodist General Conference. Lyn Powell, lay leader of the denomination’s North Georgia Conference since 2004 and the first woman to hold that position, will speak when the church’s top lawmaking body meets April 23-May 2 in Fort Worth, Texas.
General Conference meets every four years, and the laity address, along with the Episcopal address delivered on behalf of United Methodist bishops, are highlights of meeting, which draws up to 1,000 delegates from around the world to discuss and handle matters for the denomination.
Retired in 2003 as vice president of information technology for Associated Credit Union, Powell has served extensively in the church, beginning with her local church, Snellville UMC, where she has held numerous leadership positions and taught Disciple Bible study and the Christian Believer course. – UMNS
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UPCOMING CONFERENCE SESSIONS NEWS
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS FOR SOUTH INDIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Lynn Renne is interested in finding people willing to serve as readers, soloists, or in other worship arts during South Indiana’s annual conference June 6-9. E-mail her at LRenne@sigecom.net for more information.
SOUTH CONFERENCE LAITY ASKED TO SUBMIT SERMONS FOR CONFERENCE
Each year the South Indiana Conference Board of Laity offers the opportunity to all laity of the South Indiana Conference to express thanks and praise to God by submitting a sermon manuscript for judging. The deadline for entries is April 26. The theme is “One in Spirit, All in Ministry: In the Spirit of Stewardship.” Manuscripts are judged on how well the theme is followed and developed, and how well stories and illustrations are used. The author will present the winning manuscript at the Laity Session of South Indiana Annual Conference during the Wednesday morning session, June 6. Two other manuscripts will be given Honorable Mention.
All laity are invited to participate in the contest. Sharing stories of faith, discipleship and commitment is an excellent opportunity to honor Christ and his mission. For additional information or questions, please contact Bob Pimlott at 812-273-3081 or e-mail him at rpimlott1@verizon.net.
Send manuscripts to Ike Williams, Conference Lay Leader, 1515 Cool Creek Drive, Carmel, IN 46033-2318. Please include name, address, phone number, local church name and district name on a cover letter. Manuscripts will be judged anonymously by the selection committee. The winner and two runners up will be notified by May 20. Entries must be postmarked by April 26.
SMALL CHURCHES INVITED TO SOUTH INDIANA AWARDS COMPETITION
Small-membership churches, a section of Church Growth and Evangelism, wish to recognize outstanding small membership churches in the South Indiana Conference. Only churches with average attendance up to 99 worshipers may apply for this award. For those wishing to apply for this award, please contact Misty Boswell at 1-800-919-8160 or 812-336-0186 ext. 222 for an application form. Entries will be reviewed by a committee of pastors from North Indiana Conference and the SIC recipient will be presented a certificate at the South Indiana Annual Conference in June. Applications must be returned to Misty Boswell, 1520 S Liberty Dr., Bloomington, IN 47403 no later than March 12.
MINISTRY RESOURCES
UMC.ORG ADDS COMMUNITY SECTION
One of the most exciting features of the redesigned www.UMC.org, the Web site of the people of The United Methodist Church, is the new Community section – the first large-scale social networking site developed by a mainline denomination. Hundreds of people have already signed up to participate in a global dialogue on topics of faith and service.
UMC.org is not only a way for you to connect with other people of faith from around the world, but it’s also an opportunity to further enhance your own congregation’s community. By forming an online village for your church on UMC.org, you can help members keep in touch between services, get updates if they miss a service or event, and find local volunteer opportunities, just to name a few possibilities.
Setting up a village on the UMC.org Community is simple:
- At www.UMC.org, click on “Connect” on the green tool bar to create a Community profile.
- From the menu ABOUT THE COMMUNITY, select “Login” The 7 Villages page will come to the screen. Click on “Create a Village” from the menu on the left.
- Complete the easy online form first by creating a profile then by choosing a name for your village and selecting settings to make the group either private or open to the public.
- Invite members of your church to join your village and become part of your online community.
Join the UMC.org Community and share this information with members of your church. To download a UMC.org Community bulletin insert and sample service announcement, visit www.UMC.org/Launch.
SCOUTING DVD AVAILABLE FOR CHURCHES TO EXPAND SCOUTING
A free DVD to help churches develop or expand their scouting ministries is available from United Methodist Men or through the Boy Scouts of America. "United Methodist Scouting Ministries: Introductory Training for Church and Scouting Professionals and Volunteers" is a 75-minute video covering topics including how to transform a local church scouting program into a ministry; youth and adult recognition and awards; policies and guidelines for protecting youth; and growing the program through bishop's dinners. The DVD is available from the Nashville office of United Methodist Men or a local BSA council office (BIN number 05-985). To receive a copy by mail, call toll-free 866-297-4312. There is a $10 charge for shipping and handling. – UMNS
GREENFIELD CHURCH OFFERS FREE PEW
A Danish-style pew (15 feet long) with red seat padding is available free to anyone who would like to pick it up at Trinity Park UMC in Greenfield. Call Jo Mills at 317-462-4303.
MAXWELL CHURCH HAS SANCTUARY FURNITURE TO SELL
Maxwell United Methodist Church has merged with another church in Greenfield and would like to sell its sanctuary furniture. The furniture is light solid oak (original to the church) and traditional design. Available for sale: 20 pews (14 feet long), pulpit furniture including a Communion cabinet, 2 podiums and 3 altar chairs. Contact Wilma Johnson at 317-462-2913 for more information and for prices.
NORTH INDIANA CONFERENCE MEDIA CENTER LISTS MARCH PICKS
As we seem to be mired down in winter weather, it is very easy not to think of the coming season. Spring will bring a rejuvenation of activities, both in and out of church. Take time during these dark days to imagine and plan for Spring.
Many of you will be scheduling Confirmation and membership classes. Here are several resources to aid you in your teaching? “What Does it Mean to be United Methodist?”, “Apostles’ Creed,” “Our United Methodist Heritage,” “John Wesley: The Proud Methodist.”
All of these and many more, may be found in our catalogs or on-line at www.nicumc.org, click on Media Library.
New additions: REVOLUTION 2, STORIES, and SHORTS, VOLUME 4. All of these are for youth. For more information or assistance in ordering resources, contact Bonnie Miller, Media Resource Librarian at 1-800-783-5138 or email, bonnie@nicumc.org
SOUTH CONFERENCE RESOURCE CENTER LISTS MARCH PICKS
The South Indiana Conference Media Resource Center’s latest acquisitions can be found online at www.sicumc.org. Click on “Media Resource Center” and explore all of the available options, including “Newest Resources” and “Picks of the Month.” March “Picks” have been posted. Some of our newest additions include: Awesome Bible Adventures, Green, Morning Coffee: Unity, and 36 Parables. WE ALSO HAVE MANY RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR THE LENTEN SEASON. Go to the “Bibliographies” option, locate “Holidays” and then click on “Lent/Easter” to view resource descriptions.
By calling the Media Center toll-free at 800-919-8160, you can order these and other timely resources from a selection of over 4,000 videos and DVDs. The Center is a FREE-LOAN library for churches and institutions in the South Indiana Conference. Return postage is your only cost. This service is provided through your tithe. Mary Barnes, Media Director, can be reached at mbarnes@sicumc.org for more information or you can access the catalog via our Website and order online. The Media Resource Center is here to serve you and your church!
WORSHIP RESOURCES
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: MARCH
Resources for Worship and Music
Hymnal Resources for Women’s History Month
March is designated in The United Methodist Church as Women’s History Month. One way to observe Women’s History Month is to select hymns for the congregation to sing that were written by women.
Women Hymn Writers — The Big Three\
There are three women living today who are the most important — the big three — female hymn writers at the beginning of the twenty-first century, and among the most important of all living hymn writers: Ruth Duck, Mary Nelson Keithahn, and Shirley Erena Murray.
DEATHS: ROBBINS, ROBINSON, WOODS
SHIRLEY ROBBINS, wife of Pastor Jimmy Robbins of the Wawaka UMC (NIC), died Mon., Feb. 26, 2007. A memorial service was held Thurs., March 1 at the Brazzell Funeral Home in Albion, Ind. Survivors include her husband, Jimmy; one daughter; two sons; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Condolences can be sent to Pastor Jimmy Robbins, 7328 N. Albion St., Wawaka IN 46794. Memorial gifts can be made to the Diabetes Association.
RUTH ROBINSON, wife of retired pastor, the Rev. Kennard Robinson (NIC), died Mon., Feb. 26, 2007. Visitation is scheduled for today Friday, March 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Calvary UMC, 801 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, Ind. A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, March 3 at 11 a.m. at the church with the Rev. David Herr officiating. Survivors include: her husband, Kennard. Memorials gifts can be given to Calvary UMC in Syracuse or to Hopewell Presbyterian Church. Send memorials for both churches to Calvary UMC, P.O. Box 9, Syracuse, IN 46567. Condolences can be sent to the Rev. Ken E. Robinson, 595 E. Lake View Rd., Syracuse, IN 46567-9437.
DAVID WOODS, husband of Marjorie Woods, part-time local pastor (SIC), died Feb. 23, 2007. A memorial service was held Feb. 28 at Owensville UMC in Owensville, Ind., with burial at the Ownesville Cemetery. Survivors include: his wife, Marjorie Woods, 215 S Popular Box 220, Owensville, IN 47665; one daughter Denise Woods; one son, Daniel Woods; and two grandchildren. Memorial contributions can be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital.
MINISTERIAL APPOINTMENTS
Bishop Michael J. Coyner has announced the following changes within the Indiana Area. All dates effective 2007 unless otherwise noted. These appointments are based on Cabinet reports received by Indiana Area Communication during the week of March 2, 2007.
North Indiana Conference
- Abel, Russell from Mt. Vernon: First, Evansville to Fort Wayne Saint Joseph, Fort Wayne, 3/1
South Indiana Conference
- Roach, Ralph from Mineral: Koleen and Mineral, Bloomington to Mineral, Bloomington, 2/16
MOVIE RESOURCES
AMAZING GRACE TELLS STORY OF MAN OF FAITH AGAINST SLAVERY
Last weekend Amazing Grace opened in theaters, highlighting the efforts of William Wilberforce to eliminate slavery. Wilberforce, a British member of Parliament, was influenced in his anti-slavery views through his Christian faith and relationship with early Methodists. Indeed, the last letter of John Wesley was sent to Wilberforce in order to encourage him in his work. “If God be fore you, who can be against you?” Wesley wrote. “Are all of them together stronger than God? O be not weary of well doing! Go on, in the name of God and in the power of his might, till even American slavery (the vilest that ever saw the sun) shall vanish away before it.”
Producers of the movie have posted a “faith guide” for studying the movie in a church setting on the official Web site, www.amazinggracemovie.com.
Other resources groups may want to use for exploring the themes presented include two books associated with the movie and the life of Wilberforce: Amazing Grace: William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery (HarperSanFrancisco) and Finding God in the Story of Amazing Grace (Tyndale House). Both are available from Cokesbury. In the realm of shorter studies, two upcoming issues of FaithLink address the subject of slavery and the legacy colonization has had in the United States (March 4 and 18). Find these at www.Cokesbury.com/faithlink within the week before the scheduled date. – UM Newscope
NEW JOB LISTINGS
None listed this week
PREVIOUS JOB LISTINGS
PART TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT NEEDED AT SOUTH WHITLEY
- 24 hours per week, 9am-3pm, Monday–Thursday.
- Position is as church secretary and office manager.
- Skills Needed: Good phone skills with adept computer knowledge, as well as friendly and firm people management skills. Should be open to new challenges and new learning experiences. Should be a self-starter capable of initiative and independent work. Should be discreet and mature in handling church matters (sound Christian character).
- Position opens in end of March 2007. Interviews begin immediately. E-mail your resume to: pburris@hotmail.com. You can also mail, fax or drop resume off at South Whitley United Methodist Church, 6685 W. State Rd. 14 (P.O. Box 386), South Whitley, IN 46787. Phone 260-723-5107. Fax 260-723-6418
LAWRENCE CHURCH SEEKS MUSIC, YOUTH MINISTRY LEADERS
The Lawrence UMC seeks a part-time choir director. Contact the Rev. Paula Young Mayberry, Senior Pastor, at 317-549-4311 or at PaulaMayberry@LawrenceUMC.com.
The Lawrence UMC also is looking for a part-time youth director to work with senior and junior high youth. Contact the Rev. Paula Young Mayberry, Senior Pastor at 317-549-4311 or at PaulaMayberry@LawrenceUMC.com.
ELKHART PRESCHOOL SEEKS PART-TIME TEACHER/S FOR FALL
Sunshine Center Preschool, an early childhood ministry of First UMC, 400 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, Ind., is in search of (a) teacher candidate(s) to teach one or both of the following classes:
a Monday morning class from 9 to 11:15 a.m. for two-year-old children; a 3-mornings-per-week class, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. for four-five year-old-children on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The job begins in mid-August 2007, with preparation for fall classes, which begin right after Labor Day. Please contact Edna Homan, the director, at 294-1649, or at sunshinecenterfumc@verizon.net, AFTER MARCH 10.
MUNCIE CHURCH SEEKS DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
High Street United Methodist is looking for a full-time staff person for Director of Christian Education. Karen Siefert, our current Director, is locating to the Kokomo area, and will be unable to continue as our Director. Resume including references should be sent to: Director Of Christian Education, c/o Marty Raisor, 219 S High Street, Muncie, IN 47305 Resumes will be received until March 1. For questions or clarification, please contact Marty at the church, 765-747-8500, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
NE INDIANAPOLIS CHURCH SEEKS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Epworth United Methodist Church in Indianapolis seeks an Admin Assistant for 32-40 hr/week position in NE Indy. Public relations and admin/secretarial duties. Good communications and computer skills. MSWord, Outlook, and Shelby experience helpful. Send resume to epworthindy@gmail.com.
SELLERSBURG CHURCH SEEKS PART-TIME YOUTH MINISTER
Sellersburg UMC is seeking a Youth Minister to work with 6th through 12th grade youth. The position will be 20 hours-per-week with extra time for trips, events and other youth activities. The youth minister responsibilities include: recruiting and equipping volunteers, establishing office hours, providing a monthly calendar and/or a youth page for the newsletter, preparing weekly lessons for Sunday and possibly Wednesday, coordinating special events each month, working with the youth team, establishing a vision for youth ministry, being visible and available as a youth minister in Sunday morning worship, taking part in Sunday morning worship on a regular basis, attending youth events at middle school, high school, or outside of the church, mentor youth, coordinating a mission trip each year, providing weekend retreats periodically, fundraisers, establishing a budget and working within that budget, and working with the children’s minister on occasion. A great candidate will have a strong Christian faith, desire to lead young people into a relationship with Christ, be organized and possess good communication skills.
Please mail resume to: Sellersburg United Methodist, 226 N. New Albany St. Sellersburg, IN 47172 or e-mail sumc845@sbcglobal.net. For questions or more information, please call 812-246-2502.
MISSION OPPORTUNITIES
The next issue of Mission Opportunities will be published on Monday, March 5.
Last updated on 04/01/2008Compiled as a service of Indiana Area United Methodist Communication in Indianapolis.