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Greetings 
So I decided it was more important to enjoy life. The best that people can do here on earth is to eat, drink, and enjoy life, because these joys will help them do the hard work God gives them on earth.
Ecclesiastes 8:15 (NCV)
Ministry can be rewarding for sure. Jesus calls us to share love, uplift others, and change the world. The task is very exciting, but it can also be difficult. When I grew up, I never equated church and fun very often. In college, our associate pastor told me that God wants us to enjoy life and celebrate in food, fellowship, and community. We can have a blast with one another as a way to reenergize for the hard work that often faces us as people of faith.
Two events are approaching which will be GREAT FUN! This Saturday, October 6, we will gather at the church building at 8:30am to unload pumpkins. Many people have told me it will be great fun (I am trusting), and I am planning to be there for the whole thing as we have fun together in community. The following Saturday, October 13, is Harvest Fest with all kinds of crafts, food, petting zoo, etc. We offer a celebration to our community. It is another opportunity for you to come and enjoy these beautiful fall days and to celebrate the Kingswood community!
I know life can be very demanding, but I challenge myself and each of you to take some time off and have fun...for yourself, for your friends, and for your family.
God's Peace,
Pastor James |
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Harvest Fest is coming...
Saturday, October 13, 10AM - 4PM
Harvest Fest offers fun for the whole family: petting zoo, children's games, bouncy castle, pumpkin
decorating, bake sale, craft fair, snacks, a barbecue lunch, and more! With a special 3pm performance by our own Glory Fingers puppet team and Praise Band.
Invite your friends and neighbors!
We need your help to make this event a success!
Volunteers are needed in all areas. Confirmands earn service hours!
Sign up sheets are available between services, or contact Lida Ducko at 847-520-9182.
Getting ready to bake? The United Methodist Women need wonderful baked goods to sell to the visitors. Cookies, brownies, Rice Krispie treats and cupcakes are favorites. Fruit pies (no cream pies), cakes and sweet breads always sell well. Questions? contact Susan Kenski-Sroka - in the evenings call 847-459-9743 or email susanks9@gmail.com.
With your help, this will be the best Harvest Fest yet!
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Kingswood Craft Fair
Attention all crafters and Kingswood Craft Fair supporters.
Please mark Saturday, October 13, 2012 on your calendars as Kingswood UMC is holding it's annual Harvest Fest and Craft Fair. If you have any handmade crafts you wish to sell please contact Cindy Miller at cinzia8@gmail.com or 847-459-6337. Or, please help the United Methodist Women by attending this year's fair and purchasing beautiful gifts at reasonable prices for your holiday gift needs.
Whether a crafter or a patron, it is sure to be an enjoyable day out. Please join us!
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Susanna Wesley Circle
The Susanna Wesley Circle will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2012, in Room 114 at 10:00 a.m. Mary Ann Genge will be the hostess, Mary Jo Reid will give devotions, Beth Jayapalan will present the lesson, Chapter eight, from Living Above Worry and Stress. Doris Tide will give a Response report.
Questions or need a ride, call Mary Ann Genge, 847-808-8229.
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Trich of Treat for UNICEF
Children age 2 through 6th grade are invited to wear their Halloween costumes on Sunday, October 28 to Sunday School. We will be Trick or Treating through the sanctuary for UNICEF.
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SAVE THE DATE . . .
SOCIAL EVENT OF THE SEASON!!!
2012 KUMC ANNUAL AUCTION
When - Saturday, November 10, 2012
Where - KUMC Activity Center
Who - Everyone who is anyone will be there
Cost - $6.00/person for Food Pantry Support
Book it now on your calendars! Silent auction (6:00 PM) followed by live auction (7:30PM)
Please place donations in auction box in library beginning around
September 1st!
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This Sunday in Worship
19th Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture:
Isaiah 56 3:8
Mark 10 13:16
Sermon:
Church Worldwide
Music:
Chancel Choir |
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Prayers, Joys & Concerns
Prayers of healing and wholeness for:
Betty Carlberg
Carl Genrich
Ray Koch
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Upcoming Events
Save the Date:
October 6, 2012
Pumpkin Delivery
October 13, 2012
Harvest Fest and
Craft Fair
November 10, 2012
KUMC Annual Auction
November 18, 2012
Interfaith Service at
Temple Beth Am
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Ministry Quick Links
More About Us at our Website:
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CROP Walk
St. John's Episcopal Church in Mount Prospect, 200 N. Main Street, is hosting this year's Northwest Suburban CROP Walk on October 14. Registration is at noon and the walk commences at 1:00 p.m. Proceeds benefit local food pantries including Kingswood's Emergency Food Pantry and Church World Service.
For more information about walking, raising money, etc contact
Don Baraglia at bardo01@yahoo.com or Rev. Luke Pepper atlpepper@kingswoodumc.com
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Men's Basketball League begins October 22
Join us on Monday nights in the gym at 7:00pm.
Contact Dave Gerhardt at 847-398-6196 for more information.
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New Acolyte Orientation
All present Acolytes and children in grades 3rd through 6th grade interested in serving as an Acolyte on Sunday morning are invited to a new orientation class on Sunday, November 18 at 10:30am until 1:00pm with Rev. James Preston, Rev. Luke Pepper and Barb Symonds. Lunch will be provided. |
Jillian Elaine Ahrens and Brandon Graham Boggs were married on Saturday, September 15, 2012, in the chapel at the Inn at Palmetto Bluff in South Carolina. Forty guests which included their family and close friends attended a 3 day celebration on Hilton Head Island. It was a joyous occasion! Jillian and Brandon work in Washington DC and reside in Arlington, Virginia. |
Adult Mission Trip 2013 Survey!
Are you an adult 18 years or older? The Missions Committee of Kingswood is interested in hearing from you! We are beginning planning for an adult mission trip next year! Answering this survey will help us make some important decisions. Please take a couple minutes to fill it out! http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7FPXPSZ
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Food Pantry Usage Rises in the Fall!
The Kingswood Emergency Food Pantry usage is up about 9% over last year at this time, with 958 families, or 3828 people, served through Sept. 6th. Even though many food drives are anticipated during the holiday season, we still need assistance at this moment. Please continue to support this ministry. If you wish to volunteer, please contact the church office or Jim & Cheryl Gibson. Thank you.
The Foods of the Month for this season:
October: Rice
November: Flour
December: Cooking Oil |
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Lamplighter and Email Deadline is Tuesday, 11:00am.
Send all articles to office@kingswoodumc.com
and atasher@kingswoodumc.com or contact the church office
at 847-398-0770. |
| Email Addresses and contact info:
Rev. James Preston: jpreston@kingswoodumc.com
Rev. Luke Pepper: lpepper@kingswoodumc.com
In addition, for emergency, contact Rev. Preston at 312-285-9023 or
Rev. Pepper at 202-957-0350
Charlene: cvanderhulst@kingswoodumc.com
Anita: atasher@kingswoodumc.com
Office: office@kingswoodumc.com
Barb: bsymonds@kingswoodumc.com
Preschool: preschool@kingswoodumc.com |
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Contact Information | |
Rev. James Preston
Senior Pastor, Kingswood UMC
312-285-9023
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