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June 7
Sermon: Tino Wallenda
Acolytes: Thom Finley, Henry Brown, Luke Davis
9:00 am Gathering
9:15 am Sunday School
10:00 am Music Groups
10:30 am Worship Service
11:30 am Potluck
11:45 am Prayer Ministry
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Shared Prayers
Martin Braeske
Friends and family
of John Shadle
Dennis Talley, friend of Frank & Karen Greening
Brendan Wich, grandson of friends of Frank
& Karen Greening
Carol Hiestand
Pat Horen
Askele Sebatu, grandmother
of Makeda Yohannes
Valeta Snell, sister of Cheryl Snell
Nancy Snider, sister-in-law of Tom Snider
Gilbert McNeff, grandfather
of Craig Moore
Laura Wagner's father
Cheryl Bell, mother of Caryn Patterson
Ted & Evelyn Palmer
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University United
Methodist Church
6901 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, Missouri 63130
314-863-8055 |
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Class of 2009
Jill Powell
 Jill Powell graduated with a Master of Science in Education - Counselor Education on April 28th. She is now working on two post-graduate certificates one for Psychological Examiner and the other in school counseling. She is busy studying for her Praxis II and The National Counselor Licensure and Certification Examination. She is looking for a position as a school counselor and has experience in crisis counseling.
Michelle Guenther
Michelle Guenther graduated from Kirkwood High School on Saturday, May 30th at Queeny Park. She graduated with honors (Gold K) and plans to attend UMSL in the fall. She is majoring in accounting/business. She maintained a straight A average while working 40 hours per week at St. Louis Bread Company in Kirkwood. We're very proud, Michelle!
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Fearless Faith
Faith on the High Wire of Life
On Sunday, June 7, UUMC will enjoy a service lead by a very special guest!
"In the rarified world of aerialists, Tino Wallenda is royalty," stated a documentary on the Discovery Channel. A seventh generation Flying Wallenda, Tino has "walked over dens of lions and tigers, between buildings, across rivers, and over a pool that contained more than 50 sharks." With all the fame and acclaim, however, those who know him best know that it is God who is at the center of his life. In morning worship on Sunday, June 7 Mr. Wallenda will share with us a simple, yet powerful message of Fearless Faith delivered from the high wire.
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All-Church Potluck
This Sunday, June 7, is the next All-Church Potluck. Bring a dish to share and head up to the Dining Room following the worship service. We'll enjoy great food and fellowship!
For each potluck, The Inviting Ministries Team would appreciate some assistance in the dining room, if you can help on a regular-basis or when you are available. Set-up occurs from 10:00-10:20 am and clean-up is done by 1:00 pm.
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Volunteers Needed for
UUMC's Gay Pride Festival Booth
For the third-consecutive year, UUMC will have a booth at the Saint Louis Gay Pride Festival on June 27-28 in Tower Grove Park. We need 17 more volunteers to staff the booth for two-hour shifts between 3-7pm on Saturday and 11am-7pm on Sunday.
It's a fun time of meeting people (and pets), handing out invitations to upcoming UUMC events, and talking a little about who we are and what we do. If you can help, please call or e-mail Dan Barrett (314-726-2509 or danwbarrett@yahoo.com).
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Holy Smoke and Cake-Off
Sunday, June 14, kick off Summer with a delicious and fun event - our "Holy Smoke!" barbeque and cake baking competition.
After worship, stay for burgers or hot dogs, with all the fixings!! Then, sample a variety of cakes to determine the BEST cakes at UUMC!
All proceeds from this event will go to support clean water through the World Service Fund of The United Methodist Church.
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Needed: Cake Bakers, Grills and Grillers!!
On June 14 UUMC will have its first ever Holy Smoke and Cake-Off. To make this barbeque and cake baking competition most excellent we will need to have a few grills with people willing to grill hotdogs, burgers and some veggie burgers.
Do you have a grill you can get to church? Would you be willing to barbeque on the 14th?
We REALLY need some folks to grill and we are absolutely willing to use bribery to get them!! Those who are willing to grill - will be the JUDGES of the Cake-Off! Woo-Hoo! You'll be "required" to taste every entry and select the award winners. Sign up right away!
How about baking a cake? You may enter cakes in the following categories:
Best Decorated Cake
Best Tasting Cake (chocolate - if any
part is chocolate)
Best Tasting Cake (everything except
chocolate)
Best Cupcake
Best Cake age 11-17
Best Cake age under 11
If you can help, e-mail Rev. Brenda at brendastobbe@hotmail.com or give her a call at church, 314.863.8055. Or, you can sign up in the bulletin!
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Under the
Green Gourd Tree
When
Jonah didn't understand God's plan or God's grace, God made a green
gourd tree grow, under which Jonah sat and learned. Join adults at
UUMC for a year of learning, under the green gourd tree.
Simplicity Circles:
Beginning this Sunday, June 7, UUMC will begin a group named "Simplicity". The group will use Simple Living Network resources to create simplicity circles. These groups or circles will consider the wisdom, need and ability to simplify many areas of our lives. Lynnea Brumbaugh will lead the first group. Join Lynnea on June 7 in room 27 to help craft our first-ever Simplicity Circle. This curriculum is provided by the same organization that produces "Whose Birthday Is It Anyway?"
Crosstalk: Crosstalk meets at 9:15 in Room 19a. Feel free to drop in when you can.
Sunday June 7, How is religion relevant to us right now? (NOOMA video) led by Cindy Mitchell
Crosstalk's blog has now been moved to the University UMC web site. The former blog will still contain information past programs.
"The Desert Mothers": Beginning June 14, Rob Rexroat will lead this fascinating class. Visit with Rob or Rev. Stobbe for additional information. Contact the church office to sign up.
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Are You Going to the Circus?
If you are one of the approximately 33 people from UUMC going to the Circus on Sunday, June 7 there are a few things you need to know:
- Tickets will be at the Will-Call window.
- Everyone will absolutely need to leave the church by 12:30, at the latest, in order to park and get seated. If you leave any later, you will probably be late.
- Best way to get to Circus Flora is probably to just head east on Delmar 'til you get there.
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Music Announcements
The Chancel Choir will end this season with a rousing anthem using the old gospel hymn Blessed Be the Name. Tom Fettke, a fine arranger from California, has written this music taking the choir through many keys. The postlude, in keeping with the theme of the day, will be the immortal Entrance of the Gladiators, by Julius Fucik. The congregation will note the connection immediately!
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UUMC Float Trip
The annual UUMC Float Trip will take place July 10-12, 2009. It's time to pay so bring your check book. Only 17 canoes left. Half canoes are available; specify top or bottom half. Questions? Call John Mohr at 314.567.3398 or johnmohr0128@sbcglobal.net
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Coordinator Needed for Blessing of the Animals
Would you like UUMC to have a Blessing of the Animals service this year? If so, please call or e-mail Dan Barrett (314-726-2509 or danwbarrett@yahoo.com). Last August, we had our first service and hope to have the next service on September 12 in Heman Park preceding the University City Puppy Pool Party (1:00-4:00 pm).
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Fellowship Time
On the bulletin board in Fellowship Hall, there is a sign-up sheet for bringing snacks for Fellowship Time after worship. Because of the potluck and cookout, the next two times to bring snacks are June 21st and 28th. Fellowship Time is a great welcoming opportunity with visitors. We want to always have snacks and often a beverage as simple as ice-water. Please sign-up for a time in June-August.
Into autumn when it's not too hot and not raining, we will continue to have Fellowship Time outside. The Inviting Ministries Team will coordinate the set-up of the table, chairs, and trash container. Those of you signing-up to bring snacks do not have to worry about any of that.
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Epworth's 14th Annual
Polo Match & Dinner
Stifel Nicolaus
vs.
Blue Heron Farms
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Blue Heron Farms
4020 Benne Rd.
Defiance, MO 63341
Event Schedule:
3pm Pre-Match
includes fun family activities: face painting, hay rides,
pony rides, inflatables, and more.
4pm Polo Match
6pm to 8pm Post Match
includes dinner, dancing, and silent auction.
For ticket information call 314-961-5718
or visit the Epworth website at www.epworth.org
Gate entry fee: $25 per car
Reservations required for Dinner: $30 adults, $15 children
Dress: Casual
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Wear Your UUMC Name Tag
Please wear your UUMC name-tag every Sunday and at other service and out-reach opportunities away from church. If you do not have a name-tag, please e-mail Becky (officeadmin@university-umc.com) and she'll be gald to make a new one for you. It creates a friendler atmosphere when we do not assume that everyone knows everyone.
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ASP Participants
Please try to be present in the worship service as the 2009 ASP Team will be dedicated this Sunday, June 7th.
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Amazing Spirit Art Reception
The St. Louis Public Library presents the annual Amazing Art Reception celebrating the works of several artists, including UUMC's William Curtis. The reception will be held June 17, from 6-8pm at the St. Louis Public Library's Schlafly Branch. (225 N. Euclid Ave. St. Louis, MO 63108.)
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Centenary Cares Dinner Prep
Monday, June 8th - Centenary Cares dinner preparation from 4:30 - 6:30pm, downtown at Centenary UMC. Let Rev. Brenda or Becky Gunter know if you plan to attend.
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Mission & Social Justice Committee
There will be a Mission & Social Justice Committee meeting this Sunday, June 7th after the Potluck, in the Library. Email Becky Gunter with agenda items: becky_gunter@sbcglobal.net.
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Clayton Community Theatre
Looking for a great show? Check out our own Tom Snider as part of the cast of Clayton Community Theatre's production of "The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe" performed at the Washington University South Campus Theater. The play will be held June 5 - 14, 2009. For more information, visit with Tom or call 314-721-9228 or go to their website. |
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Congratulations
Mo Murray Buehler volunteered her time to coach a Special Olympics Swimming Team this past year. This past weekend one of her swimmers participated in the Missouri Special Olympics in Springfield, MO. Libby, the participant, won 3 silver medals in the 3 events she participated in. The girl that won the gold medals will be on the "Mo's Zoomers" team next year, a smart move by Mo. Mo we are proud of you and your team.
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