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HOOSIER UNITED METHODISTS e-newsletter
For Friday, April 13, 2007 – Sunday is the Second Sunday of Easter
This newsletter is paid for through your annual conference connectional ministries giving.
Edited by Daniel R. Gangler, director of communication dgangler@inareaumc.org
Bible Passage for Sunday
News and Information
Upcoming Conference Sessions News
Ministry Resources
Facts Of Life
Book Review
Deaths: Eversole, Lewis,
Mcclintock, Walker
Ministerial Appointments
New Job Listings
Previous Job Listings
BIBLE PASSAGE FOR SUNDAY
The disciples were afraid of the Jewish leaders, and on the evening of that same Sunday they locked themselves in a room. Suddenly, Jesus appeared in the middle of the group. He greeted them and showed them his hands and his side. When the disciples saw the Lord, they became very happy.
After Jesus had greeted them again, he said, “I am sending you, just as the Father has sent me.” Then he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive anyone’s sins, they will be forgiven. But if you don’t forgive their sins, they will not be forgiven.”
– John 20:19-23
Contemporary English Version (CEV)
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NEWS AND INFORMATION
DARFUR RALLY SET FOR STATE HOUSE STEPS, THIS SUNDAY AFTERNOON
More than 300 participants are expected to attend the Darfur Rally on the east side (Capitol Ave.) of the Indiana State House this Sunday, April 15 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. In case of rain, enter the north doors of the State House for a rally in the North Atrium.
The Sudan Divestment legislation movement in the Indiana General Assembly has been led in part by Beth Reilly, a member of Aldersgate UMC in Fort Wayne and the Rev. Darren Cushman Wood of Speedway UMC working with other faith groups and many legislators. Both are participating in plans for the Darfur Rally and both encourage Indiana Area United Methodists to take part in this rally to show our support for an end to genocide in Darfur.
A host of speakers, including Darfurians, national movement leaders, statewide leaders and state legislators working on Sudan Divestment legislation, and five musical groups will both entertain and inform participants about genocide in Darfur. Darfurian immigrants now living in Fort Wayne also plan to take part. The rally is open and free to the public. A poster promoting the rally is available for your use by logging on to: www.inareaumc.org/PDF/DarfurRallyPoster.pdf.
More information about the Darfur crisis can be found by logging on to www.savedarfur.org.
Marian College in Indianapolis will be sponsoring a daylong workshop on Darfur on Monday, April 16. See e-vents listings for this week.
SENATE TAKES ACTION ON CRACK-DOWN OF ILLEGAL GAMBLING
According to The Indianapolis Star, the Indiana Senate wants to crack-down on illegal gambling by hiring a special prosecutor, adding police patrols and stiffening penalties for scofflaws. House Bill 1510, which was amended to include all of those measures, passed 38-11 Wednesday.
Advocates said it would help eliminate illegal electronic gambling machines, including so-called cherry masters, thousands of which can be found in bars, gas stations, truck stops and even barns across Indiana.
The plan also could give a boost to a separate piece of legislation, House Bill 1835, that would allow slot machines at the state’s two horse racing tracks. Under one plan being considered, 1,500 slot machines would be allowed at each track. Both the House and Senate have approved versions of that bill, and differences now must be negotiated.
Gov. Mitch Daniels has said he is opposed to the expansion of gambling in Indiana but has not said whether he plans to veto the bill.
Among other measures, House Bill 1510 provides enough money for the state to hire 25 additional excise enforcement officers and allows the Gaming Commission to hire a special prosecutor to help handle gambling cases. The bill also would give authorities the ability to strip alcohol and tobacco permits from businesses that allow illegal gambling. Those establishments also could lose the right to sell lottery tickets.
POSSIBLE CIGARETTE TAX INCREASE COMING DOWN TO THE FINAL DAYS
Indiana lawmakers have yet to agree on how to pay for Governor Daniels’ Healthy Indiana Plan, a health-care insurance plan for the working poor, one of the governor’s top priorities.
Legislators so far have rejected efforts to pay for the plan by raising the state’s cigarette tax, with both parties blaming the other for playing politics. According to press stories, House and Senate leaders say they expect the cigarette tax idea to be revived before the end of the session. According to The Indianapolis Star, Sen. Patricia Miller, of Indianapolis, one of the sponsors of SB 503, which contains the governor’s health plan, said, “Everyone knows we’re getting down to the final days, and it’s time to put all of that aside and move forward with a plan.”
Many United Methodist leaders in the Hoosier Faith and Health Coalition, including Bishop Mike Coyner, advocate for a dollar increase in the cigarette tax to discourage youth from smoking.
TERRE HAUTE DISTRICT VOLUNTEERS SPEND WEEK IN MISSISSIPPI
A group of 56 volunteers in mission from the Terre Haute District traveled to Pearlington, Miss., this week to help restore the severely damaged town.
District Superintendent Tom True reported that the damage was devastating. Nearly the whole town of 1,000 -1,200 people was wiped out. All that is left is an elementary school with only a gym and part of the school. It was converted into a warehouse and bunkhouse. The kitchen and dining room are in a large tent.
LUCILLE RAINES RESIDENCE TO CELEBRATE 30TH ANNIVERSARY APRIL 30
Lucille Raines Residence stories will be told during the agency’s 30th anniversary celebration and open house on Monday, April 30 from 1 to 7:30 p.m. at the outreach facility in Indianapolis. Special presentations about this ministry are scheduled for 2 and 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Churches and districts are encouraged to bring bus loads of people to experience firsthand this unique ministry.
Lucille Raines Residence, located at 947 North Pennsylvania Street in Indianapolis, serves as a facility owned and operated by Indiana Area United Methodist Women. Many of the men and women, who are residents, are actively engaged in rebuilding their lives from substance abuse, some are parolees; others are visually impaired. They all share in learning to function independently and as whole people in life.
For more information and answers to question about this ministry, contact Carolyn Marshal, executive director, at 317-636-3328 (phone), 317-636-0073 (fax), or e-mail at cmarshall@sprintmail.com. Information is available online by logging on to www.gbgm-umc.org/lucilleraines.
FORMER MAYTAG VP TO SPEAK AT UE COMMENCEMENT
BISHOP BLAKE TO PREACH AT BACCALAUREATE
Curran D. Cotton, former vice president for research and development at the Maytag Company and a 1957 graduate of the United Methodist-related University of Evansville, will be the guest speaker during the University of Evansville’s 149th Commencement Exercise on May 12 at 1:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place at Roberts Municipal Stadium. More than 500 students will receive degrees during the ceremony.
Cotton believes that his graduating class – who this spring will have been graduated for 50 years – should leave a legacy to the University of Evansville. He said his service to UE is “an opportunity to say thank you, in a small way, for my early education – including an education beyond the books.”
Earlier in the day at 10:30 a.m., United Methodist Bishop Bruce P. Blake, of the Kansas West Conference, will be the guest speaker during the Baccalaureate ceremony in Neu Chapel.
DISPLAY HONORING BLACK CITIZENS TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT STATE HOUSE
A bill that would create a permanent display honoring the contributions of black citizens to the state of Indiana in the Statehouse was signed into law by Governor Daniels this week.
House Enrolled Act 1818 was co-sponsored by State Senators Jean Breaux and Glenn Howard, both of Indianapolis. The display mandated by the bill will commemorate contributions made by blacks in both the private and public sector throughout Indiana history. Both Breaux and Howard said that the measure was long overdue.
The Indiana Department of Administration, in consultation with the Indiana Historical Bureau, will be charged with creating the display. Plans for the display must be completed by July 1, 2008 and submitted to the Legislative Counsel for approval.
In addition, the bill provides for a bust of Benjamin Harrison, the only U.S. President from Indiana, to be commissioned and placed in the State House.
The bill was passed unanimously by both the House and the Senate.
CHURCH CAMPAIGN SENDS PHONE CARDS TO SOLDIERS
A United Methodist church more than 7,000 miles from the Middle East has shortened the distance for U.S. soldiers there to call home and speak with loved ones in the United States.
St. Timothy on the North Shore United Methodist Church of Mandeville, La., collected $10,700 during a church-wide campaign in March that will purchase 2,140 phone cards – almost triple its original goal.
Meanwhile, the children of the church made hundreds of greeting cards to send to United Methodist military chaplains for distribution to service members, along with the phone cards.
The United Methodist Endorsing Agency of the Board of Higher Education and Ministry started the phone card campaign on Veterans Day 2003 to pay for long-distance telephone minutes to help military families stay in touch with each other.
Since 2003, more than 10 million minutes worth of phone cards have been sent to United Methodist chaplains to give any soldier in need of a kind word from home. –UMNS
VOLUNTEER PAGES, MARSHALS NEEDED FOR 2008 GENERAL CONFERENCE
Volunteers are being sought to serve as marshals or pages at the The United Methodist Church’s 2008 General Conference in Fort Worth, Texas.
About 150 volunteers are needed to serve delegates, officials and visitors to the denomination’s top legislative body, conference planners say. The General Conference depends on volunteers - especially marshals and pages - for everything from assisting disabled delegates to distributing documents.
Marshals and pages travel to and work at the conference at their own expense.
Volunteers may apply online at the General Conference Web site by going to http://gc2008.umc.org and clicking the Online Marshals/Pages Application button.
Applications must be submitted by July 31, and applicants will be notified of their status by Sept. 30. The General Conference, which gathers every four years, will meet April 23-May 2, 2008. –UMNS
JOKOMO, FORMER BISHOP OF ZIMBABWE, DIES AT 64
Bishop Christopher Jokomo, 64, former episcopal leader for The United Methodist Church in Zimbabwe, died April 7 at his home in Harare. The current episcopal leader, Bishop Eben Nhiwatiwa, is working with the family on arrangements for the funeral, which was set for April 11.
Jokomo was elected to the episcopacy by the denomination’s Africa Central Conference in 1992 and became bishop for life after being re-elected four years later. He served the Zimbabwe Area until retiring in 2004 because of health problems that included a stroke several years ago.
Jokomo “was the right person for the right time” in the Zimbabwe United Methodist Church and had a major impact on Africa University, said Jim Salley, associate vice chancellor for institutional advancement for the United Methodist-related school in Mutare, Zimbabwe.
“He was integral in the development of Africa University and provided leadership on the finance committee,” Salley said. –UMNS
KOREAN AMERICAN METHODIST LEADERS HOLD SUMMIT
In the first meeting of its kind, leaders of the Korean American United Methodist community gathered to share celebrations and challenges and develop a vision to renew and embolden their ministry in the United States. The March 18-20 summit in Englewood, N.J., brought together 32 church, annual conference, district, general agency staff, Korean American caucus, seminary and laity leaders. Bishops Hee-Soo Jung and Jeremiah Park led the event.
The gathering was designed “to empower us, to give us strength and resources to work toward the future,” according to Jung. “We believe our church will continually grow and lead the turnaround movement in our denomination.”
There are approximately 60,000 Korean American United Methodists, with 310 churches in 40 states, according to the Rev. Keihwan Ryoo, editor of United Methodists in Service, a Korean-language magazine published by United Methodist Communications. Korean American Methodism celebrated its centennial in 2003. –UMNS
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UPCOMING CONFERENCE SESSIONS NEWS
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.
MINISTRY RESOURCES
MUSIC RESOURCES FOR NATIVE AMERICAN MINISTRIES SUNDAY, APRIL 22
April 22 has been designated as Native American Ministries Sunday in The United Methodist Church, a Sunday to recognize the contributions of Native Americans to society. A special offering that day helps fund Native American ministries, the Urban Initiative, and seminary scholarships.
For more information about this Special Sunday, log on to www.umcgiving.org/content/sundays/NAMS_nav/native_moreinfo.asp
If you would like to include appropriate music in your worship service that day, you might consider these selections:
From The United Methodist Hymnal
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No. 78, “Heleluyan” (“Alleluia”), trad. Muscogee (Creek) Indian
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No. 148, “Many and great, O God,” Native American melody
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No. 191, “Jesus loves me! This I know,” Cherokee
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No. 244, “‘Twas in the Moon of Wintertime,” Christmas hymn
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No. 329, “Prayer to the Holy Spirit,” trad. Native American prayer (spoken)
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No. 330, “Daw-Kee, Aim Daw-Tsi-Taw” (“Great Spirit, Now I Pray”), Kiowa prayer, Native American melody
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No. 378, “Amazing Grace,” with phonetic transcriptions from Cherokee, Navajo, Kiowa, Creek, and Choctaw
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No. 659, “Jesus Our Friend and Brother” (tune, ESENEHANE JESUS), Cheyenne
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No. 743, Psalm 8, Response 2 using “Many and great” as a response
From The United Methodist Book of Worship
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No. 176, additional stanzas of “Heleluyan” for UM Hymnal No. 78
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No. 184, “Kiowa Hymn: A Call to Worship”
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No. 197, “Shawnee Traveling Song”
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No. 198, “May the Warm Winds of Heaven,” Cherokee prayer
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No. 200, “May the Warm Winds of Heaven,” with different melody and additional musical harmony
EARTH DAY SUNDAY WORSHIP RESOURCES for April 22 are available online at:
www.gbod.org/worship/default.asp?act=reader&item_id=13896
NEWS STUDY SERIES EXPLORES FEATURES OF CHRISTIAN CHARACTER
Forgiveness is free, but it is not cheap.
Two men who know firsthand about the cost have a lesson to teach: Forgiveness is a painful but necessary step on the way to the “good life” that God wants for each of us.
Nelson Johnson from the Greensboro Truth and Reconciliation Project and Peter Storey, a Methodist bishop in South Africa who opposed apartheid, use examples from their lives to talk about the Christian character of forgiveness as part of a developing Living the Good Life Together series by Greg Jones and Susan Pendleton Jones was produced by the United Methodist Publishing House. For more information, log on to www.cokesbury.com and search by title.
The series includes six studies that explore the key features of Christian character. In addition to forgiveness, the video and book series has lessons on attentiveness, intimacy, discernment, hospitality and integrity. Each study is designed to last 12 weeks.
The first six weeks of each study invites participants to “come and see” by studying Jesus’ teachings through Scripture, the DVD and a study and reflection guide. The next six weeks invites them to “go and do” through opportunities to put into practice what they have learned.
GUEST PREACHING/TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES
As you are planning worship, why not consider inviting a chaplain or pastoral counselor to preach or teach on their area of expertise? Have a clergyperson appointed to extension ministry share her or his knowledge and experience in a specific area of service on
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Golden Cross Sunday
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Disability Awareness Sunday
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Organ and Tissue Donor Sunday – second Sunday in November
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National Cancer Survivor Sunday – first Sunday in June
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Domestic Awareness Month – October
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AIDS Awareness Day – December 1
In addition to these and other Sundays, teachers and curriculum are available for justice issues in health care and making a holistic change in personal self-care. For more information, contact Cyndi Alte at 317-962-9330 or calte@clarian.org.
SOUTH INDIANA CONFERENCE RESOURCE CENTER LISTS APRIL 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 the available options, including “Newest Resources” and “Picks of the Month.” April “Picks” have been posted. Some of our newest additions include: Encountering God in Scripture; Jacob’s Ladder; People Who Met Jesus; and Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense. 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!
FACTS OF LIFE
Raising the state cigarette tax an additional $1.00 would lead to 16,000 fewer smoking-affected births, saving Hoosiers $27.2 million in healthcare costs in just five years.
Source: Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids.
BOOK REVIEW
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
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Author: Sara Gruen
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Publisher: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, 2006
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Page Count: 331
By Lynne DeMichele
(UMC.org ) – The circus! What an engaging and intense microcosm, full of exotic characters and drama – both staged and real. Sara Gruen’s third novel is as generously infused with love as with the hard realities of Depression-era circus life. The Bernini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth travels through Depression-era Midwestern towns bringing sequins and fantasy pouring out of railroad cars and parading down Main Street. Unemployment and hunger have made such a distraction irresistible for the “rubes” who come to see the show. Beyond the vivid distractions of the big top, Gruen deftly pulls aside the tent flaps to show readers something of the unadorned lives inside. Actual circus photos of the time enhance the story’s feel of authenticity.
For the complete review, log on to www.umc.org/site/c.gjJTJbMUIuE/b.2123807/k.F278/Water_for_Elephants.htm
DEATHS: EVERSOLE, LEWIS, McCLINTOCK, WALKER
GLENDORA EVERSOLE, who worked in the accounting department of the North Indiana Conference Service Center from Nov. 15, 1960 until she retired Jan. 1, 1996, died March 3, 2007. Arrangements for her memorial service have now been released. A memorial service has been scheduled for Saturday, May 19 at 3:30 p.m. in the chapel at First UMC, 624 S. Adams St., Marion, Ind.
THELMA LEWIS, mother of Ellen Rhoades, former United Methodist Women’s president of the North Indiana Conference, died at sunrise on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2007 at Lincoln, Neb. Survivors include: two sons; two daughters; 18 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great grandchildren. A memorial service is scheduled to be held in Lincoln, Saturday morning, April 14. A graveside service will be held at the Union Cemetery in Eaton, Ind. at a later date.
MARTHA McCLINTOCK, widow of the late Rev. William McClintock (NIC), died March 29, 2007. A memorial service was held April 3 at the Village at Skyline, Village Chapel, Colorado Springs, CO. Survivors include two daughters: Sara Balsiger and Luanna French. Memorials can be given to the Pike’s Peak Humane Society and to the American Cancer Society. Condolences can be sent to Luanna French, 3224 W. Fontanero St., Colorado Springs, CO 80904.
LOIS E. WALKER, mother of the Rev. Ron Walker, pastor of Life Gate church in Columbus, Ind., died March 30, 2007. A memorial service was held at East Columbus UMC on April 2. Survivors include: her husband; Gerald; son, Ron; daughters, Renita Bettner of Columbus and Regina Tekulve New Salisbury; 8 grandchildren. A daughter, Rhonda Hoffman, preceded her in death this past October. Lois Walker was the daughter-in-law of the late Rev. Hubert D. Walker, who served churches in south Indiana. Condolences can be sent to Gerald Walker, 1261 N. 475 E. Columbus, IN 47203. Memorials may be sent to East Columbus UMC, 2439 Indiana Ave. Columbus, IN 47201.
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 April 13, 2007.
North Indiana Conference
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Adams, Judith K. from Kokomo Parr, Kokomo to Pleasant Grove, Warsaw, 6/16
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Ditmer, Joshua, M. from Cassville (Supply), Kokomo to Windfall, Kokomo, 4/1
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Downey, Olivia Anne from Kokomo St. Luke’s, Kokomo to discontinued, 3/31
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Dunfee, William L. from Griffith, Calumet to Lowell, Calumet, 6/16
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Foley, Jackqueline from Remington, Lafayette to Beaver Dam, Warsaw, 6/16
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Hill, Paul Mark from Stockwell, Lafayette to McGrawsville, Kokomo, 6/16
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Imes, Lamar L. from District Superintendent, Fort Wayne to Retirement, 6/1
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Lawson, Michael from Montpelier, Marion to Warsaw First Associate (2/3 time) and Atwood Aldersgate (1/3 time), Warsaw, 6/16
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Marty, Dave from Fulton, Kokomo to Faith Chapel, Huntington, 6/16
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Michel, David A from Huntertown, Fort Wayne to District Superintendent, Fort Wayne, 6/16
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Newberg, Larry W. from Kokomo Grace, Kokomo to Retirement, 6/1
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Puent, Ken from College Ave. Associate, Muncie to Dyer, Calumet, 6/16
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Seewald, Victor R. from Beaver Dam, Warsaw to Nappanee Associate, Michiana, 6/16
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Shock, Dennis from Crown Point, Calumet to Retirement, 6/1
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Witwer, Brian J. from Fort Wayne Aldersgate to Retirement, 6/1
South Indiana Conference
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None this week.
NEW JOB LISTINGS
LEO CHURCH SEEKS DIRECTOR OF YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES
Leo United Methodist Church, a growing congregation with lots of children, youth and young adults, is searching for an experienced full-time Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries to join our ministry team. The successful applicant will demonstrate a close personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion for sharing God’s love with youth and young adults. The successful applicant can demonstrate an ability to grow spiritually strong ministry programs for youth and young adults, grounded in the United Methodist tradition. Applicants will communicate well in both verbal and written forms, be self- motivated, and have strong planning, leadership, recruiting and organizational skills.
Resumes and questions may be directed to the Rev. Toni Carmer, Leo United Methodist Church, 13527 Leo Road, Leo IN 46765, at tlc55921@aol.com, or fax to 260-627-0024.
For more information about Leo UMC, please check out our website at www.leoumc.org.
DAKOTAS CONFERENCE SEEKS COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Deadline for application is April 27.
Communications Director (33K + benefits)
The Dakotas Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church seeks an individual with strong writing skills and public relations know-how, who desires to work in the communications field as ministry. Duties include the production of conference publications and oversight of conference communications in consultation with the Dakotas Area Bishop and Conference staff. United Methodist background preferred. Journalism degree and/or experience necessary. Residence within the Dakotas required (Mitchell, SD or Fargo, ND preferred). Send resume to Russ Whaley at 152 Ramsey Street, Pembina ND 58271 (electronic preferred: russwhaley@polarcomm.com). Postmarked no later than April 27.
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Organization: Dakotas Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church
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Contact: Russ Whaley (Chair, Conference Board of Communications)
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Phone: 701-825-6318
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E-mail: russwhaley@polarcomm.com
COLUMBIA CITY CHURCH SEEKS DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES
The Columbia City United Methodist Church seeks a Director of Youth Ministries
Attributes of candidate: Has a committed relationship with Jesus Christ, exhibits leadership skills and has a passion for youth ministry.
General Description of the Position: Oversees the 5th and 6th grade, Jr. High, and Sr. High youth ministries. Work Schedule: Works 30+ hours per week; however, these hours will be flexible and agreed upon by the Senior Pastor.
Staff Relationships Reports to Senior Pastor and Staff Parish Relations Committee. Attend weekly staff meetings. Salary: Commensurate with hours and experience
Contact: Send resume to Nancy Sigler, Columbia City UMC, 605 N. Forest Parkway, Columbia City, IN 46725. Or contact Pastor Mark. Need for more information, mneed@ccumc.us
PREVIOUS JOB LISTINGS
EVANSVILLE CHURCH SEEKS DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN, FAMILY MINISTRIES
Methodist Temple is seeking a Director of Children and Family Ministries for 30 hours per week.
Job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, developing, coordinating and administering a comprehensive program of ministries for children, infants through fifth graders, and their families. Contribution also will provide leadership and supervision of staff and volunteers involved in the ministries. Preferred qualifications: 3 years experience; teaching degree/certificate; involvement in a Christian education program. Salary negotiable. Applications will be received through April 13. Apply online with the Methodist Temple Church at temple@evansville.net attn: Tina or submit your resume to Methodist Temple, 2109 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714.
ELWOOD CHURCH NEEDS ORGANIST, PIANIST
Elwood First UMC has an opening for an organist and pianist who will play for Sunday morning worship and practice with the choir on Thursday evenings. The organ is a 50 year old Keates pipe organ that has been meticulously maintained. Please send inquiries to elwoodfirstumc@sbcglobal.net or call 765-552-5483.
DUNKIRK CHURCH SEEKS PIANIST OR ORGANIST
Dunkirk UMC seeks a pianist or organist for Sunday worship from 9 to 10 a.m. At this time there is not a mid week service or practice. Responsibilities would include prelude and postlude, offertory, reflection music, communion music and typically two to four hymns out of the current UM Hymnal. Interested persons please call 765-768-6672.
LAFAYETTE CHURCH IN NEED OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Administrative Assistant for local Lafayette UM Church – 40-hours-per-week position. Responsibility including but not limited to secretary duties including finance. Must communicate well with others and have a working knowledge of computers. If interested please call 765-742-1288 to Schedule an interview. Please send your resume to Lafayette Trinity UMC Personnel Committee, 404 North 6th Street, Lafayette IN 47901.
HANDBELL, PRAISE TEAM DIRECTOR POSITION AT FRANKFORT
Strong vocal, leadership, and keyboard skills needed.
Send resume to St. Matthew UMC, 1951 Wilshire Dr., Frankfort, IN 46041, Attn: Staff Parish
NORTH MANCHESTER CHURCH NEEDS DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
A Director of Programs is needed to design and implement church and community-wide programs that share the good news of Jesus Christ. This is a part time position (up to 80 hours per month) and includes a salary ($15,000 to $17,500 depending on qualifications) and travel reimbursement. The successful applicant should be able to work flexible hours and have solid people and organizational skills. The position will include working with children and adults in the existing Christian education programs of the local church, with a significant emphasis on the emerging Youth Ministry of the congregation. Also, the Director of Programs, in cooperation with the Evangelism Ministry, will create new programs which promote the numerical and spiritual growth of the congregation. If you are a creative and imaginative Christian individual who is open to new ideas and able to work cooperatively with others please e-mail a letter of interest and resume to Pastor David Overmyer at the North Manchester United Methodist Church by e-mail nmumc@kconline.com.
NORTH MANCHESTER CHURCH NEEDS PARISH VISITOR
A Parish Visitor is needed to assist the Senior Pastor in visitation of a large and vibrant congregation. This is a part-time position (up to 80 hours per month) and includes a salary ($15,000 to $17,500 depending on qualifications) and travel reimbursement. The successful applicant should be able to work flexible hours and have solid people and organizational skills. The position will include working with individuals of all ages but in particular those who are 65 years and older. Also, the Parish Visitor, in cooperation with the Membership Care Ministry, will help create caring programs to extend the congregations compassion ministries. If you are a creative caring Christian individual who is open to new ideas, able to work cooperatively with others, have strong communication skills and able to travel, please e-mail a letter of interest and resume to Pastor David Overmyer (North Manchester United Methodist Church) at nmumc@kconline.com.
NORTH INDIANA UM FOUNDATION SEEKS FIELD REPRESENTATIVES
The North Indiana United Methodist Foundation is seeking Field Representatives to promote the Foundation and/or Loan Fund in the following Districts:
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North Indiana Conference – Calumet, Marion, and Muncie
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South Indiana Conference (Loan Fund only) – Evansville, Indianapolis West and Vincennes
We need people who would be proactive in making contacts with conference leaders and local churches. We estimate time commitment to be 10-40 hours per month. This position is ideal for those who are retired, semi-retired, or planning to retire soon. Field Reps are compensated for their time on a per diem basis, plus expenses. Call 866-669-2327 and ask for Tamara, or e-mail thendricks@niumf.org.
VINCENNES CHURCH SEEKS DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES
Community United Methodist Church in Vincennes, Indiana, seeks a full-time person to lead its music ministry programs. The chosen individual will have responsibilities for leading Adult Choir and Ensembles, praise band, adult and youth bell choirs, children’s choirs, and youth choir. Special attention will be given to those who can blend together traditional and contemporary forms and styles of worship, along with openness to reaching younger generation. Send resume to Community United Methodist Church, 1548 South Hart Street Road, Vincennes, IN 47591.
Attention: Staff-Parish Relations Committee. Deadline: April 15.
Last updated on 04/01/2008Compiled as a service of Indiana Area United Methodist Communication in Indianapolis.