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June Birthdays
1 - Jim Brown
2 - Jane Kellogg
3 - Bryce Willett
4 - Carol Bowman, Charles Peirce
8 - Hallie Lemon
9 - Evelyn Moschenross, Malik Reading
15 - Mollie Murdock
17 - Chris McLaughlin
19 - Pete Sorensen
23 - Neil Agan, Esther White
26 - Michael Spainhour
28 - Linda Groves
30 - Betty Lee
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| Greetings!
Your church family wants to keep in touch with you. With this weekly e-newsletter, we bring you up-to-the-minute news of the latest events and happenings. It's all about staying connected.
"Jesus said... 'I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.'" John 13: 31a; 34-35
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This Sunday ~ Third Sunday after Pentecost ~ June 9
9:30 a.m.
"Teddy Bear and the Trinity"
1 Timothy 6:11-16 Matthew 3:16-17; 28:16-20
John 14:15-17 Luke 1:35
Guest Preacher: Elder Gary Pullen
Lay Assistant: Pastor Charles Cunningham
Beadle/Crucifer: Dominick Reading / Robert Blackford
Pianist: Scott McClintock
Ushers: Jim Brown, Noah Clark, Bob Wells
Greeters: Ted Briscoe, Steve Johnson
Children's Church: Jane Kellogg
Nursery: Moschenross
Coffee Hour: Men of the Session
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Meetings
Thursday, June 6 - Thai Circle 9:30 a.m. at FUPC
Tuesday, June 11 - Deacons Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 13 - Fillman Fellowship 11:30 a.m.
- CE Committee 7:00 p.m.
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Sunday After-Worship Gathering
As you know, we are beginning a process of search for a new pastor. Part of that process includes a congregational assessment. Through discussion and dialogue, we will evaluate how things are now and what we would like our future to look like. Our time together will be an exciting one. After ten or fifteen minutes for fellowship, the first part of the hour or so will be spent in a large group and then breaking off into smaller sections so that everyone will have an opportunity to speak and to share. This Sunday I will begin by sharing an overview of the process, the kind of important information that is needed for an effective Church Information Form (CIF), and how we can best achieve it. Quality CIFs are most likely to attract good matches. That quality comes from the grass roots up. While it is critical to have creative and motivated persons on the Pastor Nominating Committee, it is even more critical for them to have input from as broad a congregational base as possible. The CIF should not be the product of a few, but a result of the in-depth reflection of the many.Session has adopted a tentative schedule. If we find some parts of the process need more time, it will be taken. As with baptism "we move forward without haste but also without undue delay" :
June, July and August - will be months of information gathering.
September - will be CIF writing
October - will be the search (and find :-)
We shall try to use this time after worship to maximize participation. There will be other times and locations for sharing made available as the summer moves along.
Pastor Charles
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Fillman Fellowship
Fillman Fellowship will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 13, in our Social Hall. Please bring a sack lunch. Coffee and tea will be provided. Join us for fellowship and support.
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Summer Worship Hour
After careful consideration, the session decided to have summer worship at 9:30 a.m., starting on June 9. Thank you to everyone who provided input to session members on their preferences.
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Teddy Bear Child Development Center Yard Sale - Saturday, June 8
Teddy Bear CDC will hold a yard sale from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the grounds of Faith United Church on Saturday, June 8. Items such as children's clothing, toys, games, equipment, etc. will be in the sale and donations may be dropped off two days prior to the sale.
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Cookies Needed for Red Cross Blood Drive! - June 12
The next Red Cross Blood Donation Drive will be held at the American Legion Hall on Wednesday, June 12. Our church has been asked to have five people bring 3 dozen cookies each to refresh the blood donors. Your help would be very much appreciated by the blood donors and the Red Cross. If you would like to help, please bring the cookies to the American Legion Hall by 11 a.m. on June 12. There will be a sign-up sheet on the office door. Or you may call Vicki at the church office.
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Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC) Training - June 23
The Committee on Ministry is hosting a workshop for members of congregations as they move toward the call to a new pastor on Sunday, June 23 from 2:30-5:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Galesburg. Anyone who is interested is encouraged to attend.
Or you can contact Vicki at the church office and she will register you.
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Presbyterian Disaster Assistance:
2013 Spring Storms
God will cover you with pinions, and under God's wings you will find refuge.
-- Psalm 91:4
Together -- we will bridge the GAP (Give/Act/Pray). It is wide but our faith is deep and our strength is endless through Jesus.
Please pray for those who survived the storms and will face hard days ahead, and for those who mourn loved ones lost. Pray also that the response of the church will be an example of the faithful love of God.
If you would like to help with a monetary gift, you may drop your gift in the offering plate at church (please write "Presbyterian Disaster Assistance DR000015" on the memo line of your check), or you may give directly to PDA by mailing your gift to Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), PO Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700.
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| Christian Education
Vacation Bible School - 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon M-F on June 24 through 28. Ann Phelps, Director.
Youth Mission Trip - June 9 - 15
to Joplin, Missouri with 1st Presbyterian of Macomb.
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Save the Date! - June 30
The Deacons are busy planning a special birthday party on Sunday, June 30, during the coffee hour immediately following worship, to honor our wisest and most experienced members 85+ years young.
Please mark your calendars and stay tuned for further information.
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Presbytery Assembly - June 11
The regular meeting of the Presbytery of Great Rivers will be Tuesday, June 11 at Five Points Conference Center in Washington, IL (near Peoria) from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Among other things, all of the Amendments to the Constitution will be voted on, as well as the changes to the Heidelberg Catechism.
If you would like to go, please contact Pastor Cunningham.
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Youth Mission Trip - June 9 - 15
The Youth Group will be on a mission trip to Joplin, Missouri, departing on June 9 and returning on June 15. Seven of our youth are going: Jessica Wilson, Malik Reading, Courtney Fisher, Kara Fisher, Emily Fisher, Maddie Glasgow, and Hannah Finnicum. Adults: Heather Fisher and Stephanie Reading. They will be combining forces with the youth group from First Presbyterian Church in Macomb and two other churches.
They would greatly appreciate your prayers as they work on houses and help a hurting community to recover from the tornado that ravaged Joplin two years ago.
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Bible School June 24 - 28
I will be at Faith before and after church this Sunday to meet with anyone interested in helping this year. Right now I especially need people of any age willing to paint and cut out cardboard props and make decorations.
As part of the international flavor of this fun fair, children will learn about a different country every day. England, Australia, Mexico, Japan and Zimbabwe are the countries covered. We need to create a small display for each country. The VBS books have ideas and simple backgrounds for each country. If a couple of people would be interested in organizing this, I would really appreciate it!
The donation sign-up will be posted this Sunday. The following donations are needed for snack time (specific amounts and details will be on the sign-up sheet): Cool Whip, dried cranberries, raisins, graham crackers, white frosting, colored sprinkles, fresh strawberries, gold fish crackers, mini pretzels, honey graham cereal, plain M&Ms, string cheese, tortilla shells, grated cheddar or Monterrey cheese, baggies, napkins, small snack plates, 7 oz cups.
Volunteer schedule
Sunday, June 9th everyone interested in helping
Sunday, June 16th planning meeting for creating the main stage.
Sunday, June 23rd orientation and information for leaders.
Ann Phelps
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Aquarium Caretaker Needed
Our church (and our fish!) need an aquatic-minded person who has the expertise to lovingly clean and tend the fish tank in the church office, OR to teach Vicki how to do it. New filters have been purchased which can keep the tank cleaner longer, once we can figure out how to install them. Please call the church office, if you are interested in being a fish tank mentor.
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In the Community Eileen Loya Memorial Service - June 7A Celebration of Life service for Eileen Sandburg Loya will be held Friday, June 7, 2013 at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, 116 South B Street, Monmouth, IL, followed by a light lunch.
Farmers' Market - Begins June 7
The annual Farmers' Market will begin Friday, June 7th at the First State Bank parking lot from 7:00 a.m. - noon. The Farmers' Market will run each Friday through October.
Next Music Days in Market Alley - June 12
Sponsor: Midwest Bank
Food: Midwest Bank Relay for Life Team
Music: Charlie Hayes
Pottery on the Square - June 22
Warren County Real Estate Property Taxes - 1st installment due June 24
------------- First Methodist Ice Cream Social Thursday, June 6
Monmouth Rotary Club BBQ
Tuesday, June 11
First Lutheran Strawberry Festival
Thursday, June 13
Heritage UP Ice Cream Social
Monday, July 15
Monmouth College
New Student Move-in Day - Saturday, August 24
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First Lutheran Church Strawberry Ice Cream Social
Plans are in place for the Strawberry Ice Cream Social to be held on Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church, 116 South B Street in Monmouth, IL. This event will take place in the Church Fellowship Room which is handicap-accessible by elevator.
BBQ sandwiches, chips, ice cream, strawberries, cake and drink will be served. Suggested donation $6.00 for adults and $4.00 for children 10 and under.
The Monmouth Municipal Band will perform a concert at 7:00 p.m. in the air-conditioned Church Sanctuary which is also handicap-accessible by elevator. The public is invited.
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Prayer Concerns
Please continue to keep in your prayers: Tornado and flood victims in Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas, Pat and Merle Brown (Merle now at Marigold), Cinda Stansbury (now back at Marigold), Ralph Whiteman, Vern Mettler (still at Seminary Manor), Irvin Lipp (now home), Evelyn Carlson, Tara Hanson, Mary Johnson, Sally McVey, Gary Youngblood, Lindsay Murdock, and Jim Paris.
Evelyn Carlson continues her recovery from surgery at OSF St. Francis. Cards may be sent to her at OSF St. Francis Hospital, Room 2405, (note room change), 530 NE Glen Oak Avenue, Peoria, IL 61637.
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| 60th Wedding Anniversary
Jim and Carol McCurdy will mark their 60th wedding anniversary on June 20, 2013. They plan to celebrate early by attending Faith Church on Sunday, June 16th with their family and hosting the coffee hour following the service.
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Sand Volleyball Tournament
Faith United Presbyterian Church is offering a one day "family-style" sand volleyball tournament on Saturday, June 29, at the YMCA, here in Monmouth. All proceeds will go to benefit the Jamieson Community Center.
The rules are as follows:
*Teams must consist of at least 2 adults and 4 students
*Each team can have up to 2 subs - 1 adult and 1 student
*Each game will consist of 3 matches to 21 points
*There will be a single game elimination
*No spiking
* CONCESSIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE *
Adults: Must at least be 21 or older
Student Ages: 5th grade - 18 years old
Fees: $30 per family team (Payable to Faith United Presbyterian Church)
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 21, 2013
1st Match Start: 9:00 a.m.
Prizes:
* 1st place will receive a gift certificate to the Italian Village
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded with a ribbon
Teams will be assembled by skill level/age group, and will be posted in bracket form at the YMCA by Wednesday, June 26th.
Registration Form
(Form and fee payable to "Faith United Presbyterian Church," can be dropped off to Heather Fisher at the Poling Hall Building, Room 123, at Monmouth College, or mailed to Heather Fisher, 203 South 5th Street; Monmouth, IL 61462)
Team Name: _____________________________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________ Zip: _____________
Adult 1 Name: _________________________________________Phone: _________________
Adult 2 Name: ________________________________________ Phone: _________________
Ages of students: __________ __________ __________ ___________
Please mark your skill level:
Novice 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Advanced
All proceeds will go to benefit Jamieson Center.
(In case of rain, tournament will be held in the gym.)
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