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HOOSIER UNITED METHODISTS e-newsletter
For Friday, April 27, 2007 – Sunday is the Fourth 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
Worship Resources
Ministry Resources
Deaths:
Clements, Kirkwood, Milner, Osborne, Workman
Ministerial Appointments
New Job Listings
Previous Job Listings
BIBLE PASSAGE FOR SUNDAY
My sheep know my voice, and I know them. They follow me, and I give them eternal life, so that they will never be lost. No one can snatch them out of my hand. My Father gave them to me, and he is greater than all others. No one can snatch them from his hands, and I am one with the Father.
– John 10:27-30
Contemporary English Version (CEV)
www.bibles.com
NEWS AND INFORMATION
SOUTH INDIANA CONFERENCE LAUNCHES REDESIGNED WEB SITE
The South Indiana United Methodist Conference launched a redesigned Web site on Sunday, April 22 with a new look and more information than the previous site. The new design sports a compact home page welcoming visitors and provides several options for navigating.
Visitors to the site at www.sicumc.org will find scores of pages and discover links to more than 200 documents describing ministries, explaining policies, supplying applications and providing forms.
The site was designed to serve as a communication channel and a place congregations can go for information about ministry that also provides connections for ministry beyond congregations. The South Indiana Conference Web site continues to serve as a highway to a variety of resources of the annual conference and includes links to separate sites for the Media Center, Outdoor Ministries and Youth. As a part of our United Methodist connection, the site also offers links to the conference’s nine districts, the Indiana Area office in Indianapolis and the general agencies of the denomination.
Sunday’s launch completes a two-year redesign process. The Web site was released in time to circulate the South Indiana Annual Conference session materials. The Conference Calendar feature continues to be under renovation and will be completed at a later time.
UINDY VOLUNTEERS PREPARE FOR THREE-WEEK SERVICE TRIP TO LIBERIA
The end of the school year signals the start of summer – a time when many students look forward to part-time jobs, family vacations and a break from school. But at the end of this school year, six students, three faculty/staff members and one community member will be packing their bags and heading to Liberia for a three week service trip as part of a spring term course at the University of Indianapolis.
The group, led by Charles Guthrie, associate professor of history and political science at UIndy, will travel to the rural town of Kpain in eastern Liberia from May 22 to June 14 to build a school in the country ravaged by a violent 13-year civil war. In preparation for the group’s arrival, community members and students who will attend the school to be built have already begun making bricks for the structure.
The project has been organized in collaboration with Operation Classroom of the United Methodist Church and will be hosted by the UMC in Liberia. The west African nation has been in the rebuilding process for two to three years, but still has a long way to go.
YOU CAN HELP UINDY SERVICE PROJECT
The group would like to take as many supplies as possible with they so that the school, once finished, can begin its work. Here are the supplies needed:
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BOOKS (Lots of books. They have nothing for a library. Think about the same kinds of books you might want for your own Primary and Middle School library. Aim for story books of general interest, plus biographies and history and science and math. Aim for cultural and racial sensitivity.)
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Pens and Pencils (or pen and pencil sets, with the ruler and stuff)
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Crayons
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Writing Paper
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Teacher’s Books (Workbooks with ideas for teaching the basic 3Rs)
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Maps (especially laminated ones that will last, maybe a few small wall size plus the 8 1/2 X 11 kind, world plus Africa, NOT U.S.!)
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Laminated 8 1/2 x 11 “information sheets” (for English, Math, Science, etc.)
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Soccer balls (and pumps & needles)
PLEASE SEND SUPPLIES TO:
Charles Guthrie, Department of History and Political Science University of Indianapolis 1400 E. Hanna Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46227. For more information, call 317-788-3335.
‘GOD’S NIGHCRAWLER’ UP FOR SALE BY SOUTH INDIANA CONFERENCE
The South Indiana United Methodist Conference has for sale a 1978 Motor Coach – GMC
RV/Bus. Formerly known as “God’s Nightcrawler,” the bus is used for South Indiana Conference mission trips. The vehicle sleeps up to 32 people; has a Detroit Engine and Allison Transmission; and contains a hot water heater, built-in generator for lights, heat and air conditioning; a bathroom (no shower); a microwave oven and built-in refrigerator. All offers are welcome.
For more information and questions regarding this sale, please contact Jennifer Gallagher, South Indiana Conference Treasurer by e-mail at jgallagher@sicumc.org or by phone at 800-919-8160.
TSUNAMI SURVIVORS IN SOLOMONS RECEIVING AIDE FROM UMCOR
People left homeless by the April 2 tsunami in the Solomon Islands are receiving emergency aid from United Methodists. The United Methodist Committee on Relief is assisting the World Council of Churches’ Pacific Office in its emergency response. Food has been supplied to 100 families, along with temporary shelter, kitchen supplies, mattresses, blankets and mosquito nets. To support UMCOR’s international work, checks can be dropped in church collection plates and identified as “International Disaster Response, UMCOR Advance #982450” on the memo line or mailed to UMCOR at P.O. Box 9068, New York, NY 10087. Online donations can be made at http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umcor/. –UMNS
VISION FOR UMC INCLUDES 650 NEW CONGREGATIONS BY 2012
The vision for The United Methodist Church in the 21st century includes starting 650 new U.S. congregations by 2012, doubling the number of young people serving as pastors and church leaders, and expanding ministries in behalf of the world’s impoverished people. Those were among the highlights from a first-ever teleconference inviting United Methodists worldwide to an April 17 “town hall” meeting with denominational leaders to talk about the church’s membership, ministries, missions and challenges for the future. The teleconference was timed with the release of a report by the United Methodist General Council on Finance and Administration, presenting and analyzing local church data about membership, attendance and giving trends. Called “This is Our Story,” the report presents The United Methodist Church as “a faithful, generous people in dozens of nations who continue to make a difference in the lives of people around the world,” said Sandra Lackore, the council’s chief executive. –UMNS
VIRGINIA TECH WESLEY FOUNDATION BECAME HAVEN FOR STUDENTS
The Wesley Foundation of Virginia Tech University became a safe haven for students immediately after a deadly shooting spree -- and a spiritual hub for grief and prayer as the campus community began to come to grips with the tragedy. “It has been helpful to come here and talk about this together. It is starting to set in how real this is,” said Amanda Rader, a senior civil engineering major. Rader, a member of Mt. Olive United Methodist Church in Newport, Va., lost a friend in the April 16 shooting. The Rev. Glenn Tyndall, United Methodist campus minister, opened the doors to the Wesley Foundation Center in Blacksburg, Va., immediately after the shootings so students would have a “warm, comfortable, safe” place. They shared a prayer service, and about a dozen spent the night in the building on the first night after the shootings. None of the students who attend the Wesley Foundation was hurt, but a handful lost close friends. –UMNS
WORSHIP RESOURCES
HYMNS FOR ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN MAY
www.gbod.org/worship/default.asp?act=reader&item_id=7991&loc_id=17,22,208
“The Queen’s Prayer” (“O Kou Aloha No”), by Queen Liliuokalani
During March of 1895, with the backing of the United States government, US business interests in Hawaii illegally overthrew the monarchy there. During her imprisonment, Queen Liliuokalani wrote this prayer on March 22, 1895, and soon set it to this melody. At the bottom of her manuscript, the queen wrote, “Composed during my imprisonment at ‘Iolani Palace by the Missionary party who overthrew my government.’ “ In this prayer hymn, the queen tells of her great love for God, a love great enough to ask for the forgiveness of those who imprisoned her. In Hawaii today, this hymn is sung expressively with great reverence and devotion.
MINISTRY RESOURCES
SOUTH INDIANA CONFERENCE MEDIA RESOURCE CENTER PICKS FOR MAY
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.” May “Picks” have been posted. Some of our newest additions include: Becoming an Evangelistically Effective Congregation; For the Love of It!; Gilligan’s Island and the Seven Deadly Sins Bible Study; Journey Through the Psalms; Lucille Raines Residence (2006); and Stolen Freedom: Occupied Palestine. 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.
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.
DEATHS: CLEMENTS, KIRKWOOD, MILNER, OSBORNE, WORKMAN
REBECCA (BECKY) CLEMENTS, spouse of the Rev. Rusty Clements, pastor of Center Chapel UMC, Muncie (NIC), died Thursday, April 19, 2007. A memorial service was held April 23 at the Center Chapel UMC in Muncie, Ind. The Rev. Dale Mendenhall officiated. Condolences can be sent to the Rev. Rusty Clements, 5201 W. Shoreline Ter., Muncie, IN 47304.
Ralph Kirkwood, father of Rev. Warren Kirkwood (Mishawaka Albright UMC), Tuesday died April 24. Services will be conducted by Rev. Dennis Ingle (Mishawaka Albright UMC) at Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Highway, Osceola at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 27. Friends may call two hours prior to the service. Condolences may be sent to Rev. Warren Kirkwood, 305 N. State St., Mishawaka, IN 46544-2669.
VERA J. MILNER, wife of the Rev. H. Dale Milner (NIC) former director of chaplaincy services at Parkview Hospital in For Wayne now retired, died Tuesday, April 24, 2007. Visitation will be Thursday, April 26, from 4 to 7 p.m., with a memorial service at 7 p.m. at the Stout & Son Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St. in Russiaville, Ind. (765-883-5122). Survivors include: husband, H. Dale Milner; son, Jeff Milner; and daughter, Susan Rees. Condolences can be sent to Rev. H. Dale Milner, 6217 E. CR 250 S., Walton, IN 46994-9097. Memorials can be given to the Russiaville UMC Building Fund, P.O. Box 307, Russiaville, IN 46979-0307.
DONALD OSBORNE, retired pastor (SIC), died Friday, April 20, 2007. A memorial service was held April 24 at the GH Herman Funeral Home in Indianapolis with burial in Round Hill Cemetery. Survivors include: two daughters, Holly Morelock, 2529 Webb St, Indianapolis, IN 46225, Debra Mitchell; two sons, Donald A Osborne and David W Osborne; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
WILBUR E. WORKMAN, retired pastor (NIC), died Sunday, April 22, 2007. A memorial service was held April 25 at the Columbia City UMC in Columbia City, Ind. with the Rev. Paul Arnold and Rev. Dr. Cynthia Reynolds, Warsaw District Superintendent, officiating. Survivors include: his wife, Lillian; sons, Ted Workman of New Haven, Ind., Daniel Workman of Franklin, Ind., Thomas Workman of Fort Wayne, Ind.; one daughter, Janice Conrad of Troy, Ohio; 10 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren Condolences can be sent to Lillian Workman, 284 Grace Village Dr., Winona Lake, IN 46590-5773. Memorial bequests can be given in Pastor Workman’s name to the Columbia City UMC Building Fund.
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 27, 2007.
North Indiana Conference
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None this week
South Indiana Conference
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Fritz, Byron D. from Edinburgh, Indianapolis East to Cicero, Indianapolis East, 7/1
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Gladish, Edgar from Pimento and Lewis, Terre Haute to no appointment, 4/14
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Hacker, Chester from no appointment to Mineral: Koleen, Bloomington, 4/1
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Hobbs. Vicki L. from Cicero, Indianapolis East to Indianapolis: Acton, Indianapolis East, 7/1
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Lawrence, Lennie Ray from Spencer, Bloomington to Washington: Christ, Vincennes, 7/1
NEW JOB LISTINGS
ELKHART CHURCH SEEKS LEADER FOR ADULT MINISTRIES
Trinity United Methodist Church in Elkhart, Indiana is looking for an experienced spiritual leader with good relational skills and a heart for outreach to lead our Adult Ministries, including a growing small group ministry, a bookstore, weekend and weekday classes and young adult ministry. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and training in small group ministry are preferred. This full-time position will be open in August, 2007. Resumes may be sent to Rev. Lore Blinn Gibson, 2715 E Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, IN 46516. revlorebg@3umc.org. 574-294-7602, ext 112.
PART TIME YOUTH LEADER POSITION AVAILABLE AT SEYMOUR
The Rockford UMC in Seymour, Ind., seeks a part-time youth leader position, which will provide leadership and assistance to the adult leadership in developing spiritual growth of youth. Candidate must have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ based on a commitment to prayer and God’s word, demonstrate good rapport with youth, display personal openness, integrity and honesty in interpersonal relationships, have a desire to be a team player who works well with other staff, have an ability to identify and foster leadership in youth, and needs to display a personal aptitude for spiritual, emotional, social and physical wellness.
For more information and application, contact Rockford United Methodist Church, 1934 N. Ewing St., P.O. Box 1006, Seymour, IN 47274, phone 812-524-7124
Please respond to the above telephone number by June 1. The position will be filled soon after this date.
PREVIOUS 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.
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.
Last updated on 04/01/2008Compiled as a service of Indiana Area United Methodist Communication in Indianapolis.