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org August 11, 2015 Volume 28, Number 31

Worship
Services
Three unique
worship
opportunities
are offered on
Sunday.

8 a.m.
McMurry
Chapel

Informal worship
with a personal
touch. Sharing
prayer concerns
is welcomed.

8:50 a.m.
Sanctuary

Worship that
includes a
childrens time
and music
from the Agape
Singers.

New sermon series begins this week:

This Sunday, Aug. 16
Worship at 8, 8:50 & 11 a.m.
Why Church?
Acts 2:42-47 (NSRV)
Rev. Kendall Waller

Aug. 16: Why Church?

Aug. 23: Why the
United Methodist Church?
Aug. 30: Why Missouri UMC?
Does church make a difference?

MUMC Fall Dinner Club

MUMC Fall Dinner Club is organizing now! Sign up as a single

or couple for Dining In Group (carry in) or Dining Out (at
restaurants around town). Sign uponline at www.moumc.org,
bulletin tear off, on in church office. Then mark your calendar
to attend the Dinner Club Kick Off on Sept. 13 at 12:15 in the
church Parlor.Its lots of fun and a great way to enjoy others
from MUMC!

INTERESTED IN
HELPING ENHANCE
THE SUNDAY MORNING
WORSHIP EXPERIENCE?
We are now taking volunteer applicants to
help us plan and design Advent and Christmas
worship services. Four teams are now
formingdo you have gifts to help in any of
these areas?
Drama Team Love to act and/or direct?
Help convey our theme through dramatic
interpretation.

11 a.m.
Sanctuary

Worship with
music from the
Chancel Choir.

Visual Team Have a gift of photography or

videography? Help us develop videos and other
images to deepen the connection to our theme.
Alternative Arts - Do you like writing poetry
or painting or have an eye for altar dcor? We
would love to have your gifts!
Music Do you play an instrument or love to
sing or have an appreciation for music? Come
and lend your support!
Our teams will form in September, and will
work together through December. Contact
Rev. Trista at Trista@moumc.org for more
information or to apply for one of our teams!

Kicks off Sept. 9!

Watch for details about WNL and other adult & family ministry opportunities!

Social Justice Book Club Fall Book Worship & Growth Groups
Hear from Pastor Charity about continuing the
Selection
journey of growing deeply in Christ through groups!
Becoming a Justice Seeking
Congregation by William McElvaney
Next meeting: Tuesday, Sept 8, 2015
Justice is absolutely necessary for
the world to have a viable future.
William K. McElvaney (1928-2014),
UMC Social Justice Advocate,
Minister, Seminary President and
Professor
In his book, McElvaney addresses the
what, why, where, and how questions
related to social justice. It is written
for everyone interested in biblical,
theological, and sociological issues concerning peace and justice
in todays society. The book blends the basics of social justice and
practical knowledge with an enlightening view as a challenge for
the church and man to make an impact in the world. For more
info, contact Anne Gifford, RN DEdMin at gifford1@mindspring.
com or Melissa Clark at melisc53@aol.com.

Facilitator Training

Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 6-7pm for Growth Group

Facilitator Training! A facilitator:
Guides a discussion, but does NOT have all of the answers;
Is a learner, but is NOT an expert on all things Biblical;
Loves listening to peoples thoughts, but does NOT insist on
hearing themselves speak.
A facilitator is ready to go deeper, grow personally, and value
being used to fulfill the churchs mission. Whos ready?! Typically, a facilitator is a team player and is committed to what God
is doing and will do at Missouri UMC. Facilitators can expect
training, support and encouragement.
Cant make it? Email Pastor Charity at charity@moumc.org to set up
a different time!
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As we move into a new season together, I invite you to

grow deeply as our worship series and Growth Groups
(small groups) complement each other in theme and
practice. We are offering Growth Groups because if
we are not growing, we are, at worst, dying, or at best,
stagnating.
Growth Groups connect people, grow them
spiritually, and are fun. I believe groups are one way to
propel us into our future by growing us deeply and widely
(that is, spiritual depth and increased numbers). A Growth
Group is a sacred, welcoming space where individuals
have the opportunity to meet new people, make new
friends, learn something new and grow spiritually.
As we build on the existing small group ministry, we will
continue to have Wednesday Night Live starting September
9. In both worship, and on Wednesdays, we will be
following themes from the book, Real Followers: A Radical
Quest to Expose the Pretender in Each of Us by Michael
Slaughter, Pastor of Ginghamsburg UMC in Ohio.
-Charity Goodwin-Rosario, Pastor of Discipleship

Check out our G-Force VBS slideshows on the web:

vimeo.com/MissouriUMC

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SATURDAY: Acts 2:14-40 Preach, Peter!

REFLECTION: Calling on the Prophet Joel, Peter explains that the rush of the spirit
was foretold. He preached about Jesus, crucified and resurrected, and to the people
gathered to give themselves to the Way of Living, not the way of their pseudosacred culture.
PRAYER: Ready me to hear tomorrows sermon. Make me open. Be with the preacher,
and may the words spoken reach, teach and transform us like Peters sermon did so
long ago.

FRIDAY: Acts 2:1-13 [Title]

REFLECTION: The first church, like now, was made up of diverse people, in thought
and tongue, an imperfect people, brought together by the power of the spirit, to
speak and live as Christ followers.
PRAYER: Bless this, your church, Missouri UMC. May we, as a diverse and imperfect
people, be brought together by the power of your spirit.

THURSDAY: Acts 2:1-4 The spirited church

REFLECTION: Too often, the Holy Spirit is mentioned but not encountered by the
church. How can this be, when the churchs very creation is made possible by the
Spirit?
ACTION: Describe a time when you knew (not felt) and were assured of Gods
presence in the Spirit. Journal, think and/or share with someone.

WEDNESDAY: Luke 10:27 What the World Needs Now is Love (Dionne Warwick)
REFLECTION: Love is power. Power to transform, heal and bring joy. Be a vessel of
Gods love and share with the world.
ACTION: As children, perhaps we believed in the power of love more fully. Connect
with your childlike self by coloring a picture depicting love.
PRAYER: Increase my faith in you, Lovely God.

TUESDAY: I John 4 Love the One who is love

REFLECTION: We throw this word around saying, I love chocolate, or, I love this
song; its my jam. God is love. Lets save our I love statements for meaningful
expressions.
PRAYER: God, I love you because______________.

MONDAY: John 3:16 Scripture show painted on chests

REFLECTION: Why do people use this verse at sporting events? It started as a
gimmick to get attention, according to a CNN article. The most renowned Christian
verse, perhaps it is one many commit to memory.
ACTION: Commit John 3:16 to memory if you dont already know it. If you do, say it
as a grace over your meal today.

a daily scripture guide

Growing Deeply

My Notes

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Growing Deeply Guide at moumc.org/grow
Printed copies are available at the Connector Desk.

For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that
everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have
eternal life.

Scripture: John 3:16 (NRSV)

Making All Things New - August 9

Sunday Sermon

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Worship Attendance on Sunday, August 9: 479

Join us for Worship: Sunday mornings at 8 a.m. in McMurry Chapel & 8:50 and 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
Sunday small groups and classes for all ages at 10 a.m.

Seeking School Supply Donations

Missouri UMC is collecting school supplies and backpacks for local students in need. If you are
interested in helping, please contact the church office at contact.us@moumc.org or 443-3111.

August 11Rich Besse, Michelle Cecil, Ed

Gibbs 12Charlie Alexander, Craig Datz,
Virginia Hedrick, Bill Hires, David Martin, Rick
Ruhr 13Paula Datz, Jamie Ferrugia, Paul
Guptill, John Maynard, Karin Pestle, Justina
Smock-Hughey
14Terri Hoskins, David
McCarthy, Alex Pickard, Karen Smith, Spring
Walton, Mallory Williams 15Blaine Alberty,
Mary Brown, Wayne Dumas, Janette Johnson
16Brian Ash, Jean Buescher, Dona Sue Cool,
Alex Noblitt, Alan Norton, JoAnn Webb
17Katie Arevalo, Helena Jordheim, Zac
Thomas 18Andy Atkins, Derrick Bradley,
Sally Burnley, Matt Granberry, Eric Owen,
Juanita Snyder, Russ Still, Nathan Tegerdine
19Rick Hart, Doug Overall, Larry Williams
20Carole Adams, Jere DeVilbiss, Jean
Gibbens, Dave Hayden, Kennedy Krieg
21Mary Bayer, Carla Dyer, Kiersten Hardy,
Dale Landers, Roger Langland, Mike LeFevre,
Mel Moore, Dianna Weston, Sarah Williamson
22Donald Gullicks, Marilyn Hoecker, John
Keeley, Jamey Richards 23Scott Alexander,
Johnathan Berndt, Rachel Blomquist, Hazel
Cook 24Carolyn Cheavens, Scott Donoho,
Sarah Henzel

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MUMC Staff: ClergyKendall Waller, Lead Pastor; Trista Soendker Nicholson, Pastor of Worship and Leadership; Hank Jenkins, Pastor of Youth
Ministry; Charity Goodwin-Rosario, Pastor of Discipleship; Kim Parker, Pastor of New Generations
Program StaffNancy Cooper, Childrens & Family Life Leader; Courtney Gaunt, Director, Discovery Days; Teressa Gilbreth, Director of
Communications; Marty Hook, Director of Music; Jo Lee, Director of Connections; Anna Zacherl, Assistant Director, Discovery Days
Administrative StaffJill Arnold, Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor; Kathy Carson, Administrative Assistant & Volunteer Coordinator; Brad
Hegemann, Financial Assistant; Mark Pease, Facilities Assistant; Katie Popejoy, Administrative Assistant.
Music StaffCraig Datz, Organist; Kaye Miller, Director of Wesleyan Ringers; Rochelle Parker, Associate Organist; Marilyn Rowe, Serendipity Choir.