Drew United Methodist Church

THE BELL The Newsletter of the Drew United Methodist Church October 2009 Drew United Methodist Church P.O. Box 900 28 Gleneida Avenue Carmel, NY 10512 The Rev. Karen A. Burger, Pastor Office Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 845-225-2019 (telephone) 845-225-2904 (fax) E-Mail: DREWUMC@VERIZON.NET Web Site: www.drewumc.org 9:30 a.m. Worship & Sunday School From The Pastor’s Desk Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, October is an exciting month at Drew. We have invited the community for two major events: a Blessing of the Animals on October 3rd and a Silent Auction on October 17th. Just as we moved our Fall Barbecue and Balloon Launch out onto the front lawn, for greater visibility and hospitality, so we seek through these events to let the community know we are a vital, warm, loving community with a lot of positive energy, ready to welcome them and grow spiritually with them. September events and programs also reached out; our Employment Workshop, Thrift Shop Lawn Sale and Lobster Dinner are three examples. So is the ongoing Healing Prayer class, now offered on Wednesday nights. Please pray for all who are being ministered to through these programs and events. God Bless you, The Rev. Karen A. Burger, Pastor October 4th October 11th October 18th October 25th SUNDAY SERVICES IN OCTOBER Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost; World Communion Genesis 1:1-19; Philippians 2:5Sunday 11; John 1:1-5, 11:32-44 Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost Job 23:1-9, 16-17; Hebrews 4:1216; Mark 10:17-31 Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost; Laity Sunday Job 38:1-7 (34-41); Hebrews 5:1Dean Saddler, preaching 10; Mark 10:35-45 Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost; Celebration Job 42:1-6, 10-17; Hebrews 7:23Sunday; Collection of Goods for Putnam CAP 28; Mark 10:46-52 Saturday Service October 10th, 7:00 p.m. Helen Jones and Tracie Duncan will be leading the service. Please join us! All men are invited to the Ecumenical Monthly Men’s Breakfast at George’s Restaurant in Carmel, at 6:30am on the first Wednesday of every month. This breakfast is attended by men from many different Churches around our local community and also Churches from Westchester and Dutchess counties. We always start the meeting with bible reading, sharing of concerns, and prayer. It’s a great way to start the day! United Methodist Men BRING YOUR BELOVED PETS TO A SHORT OUTDOOR SERVICE FOR BLESSING. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO BRING YOUR PETS PLEASE BRING A PICTURE. FOR ALL THOSE WHO RECENTLY LOST A BELOVED PET, PLEASE BRING A PICTURE AND A MEMORIAL CANDLE WILL BE LIT FOR THEM. SATURDAY OCTOBER 3RD AT 11:00 AM DREW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 28 GLENEIDA AVE CARMEL NY 10512 ALL PETS MUST BE LEASHED OR IN APPROPRIATE CARRIERS AND THEIR HUMANS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CLEAN UP AFTER THEIR PET. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE (845) 225-2019 Silent Auction Dear Brothers and Sisters of the Drew United Methodist Church Family: The Silent Auction is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2009, and it is quickly coming upon us. There is a busy flurry of church members visiting local merchants and cleaning house looking for items to donate to the auction. Thank you to those members that are helping this auction to be a success. It is not too late for everyone to get involved. We are still in need of merchant gift certificates, antiques, jewelry, collectibles, new items, gift baskets, and personal services. If you are in doubt please do not hesitate in calling me at 845-628-6620. The holidays will be here soon, so please tell your family and friends about our great auction. We need lots of people to attend and bid on items. Thank you in advance for all your help. God bless you all! Lorraine Quigg Chairperson “GREENING” THE CHURCH THROUGH RECYCLING We would like to recycle as many waste products as we can to protect the environment. Please remember the following: 1. Our recycling center will only accept numbers 1 or 2 plastics. All other plastics should be thrown in the garbage. Numbers 1 or 2 plastics should be placed in the recycling bins in the kitchen or the bin outside the kitchen door. 2. Corrugated cardboard (cardboard with lines in it) is recyclable and should also be placed in one of the above mentioned bins. 3. All office paper printed or not is recyclable and there are boxes in the narthex and the church office where you can deposit paper. Thank you for your help. -Jim MacDonald Thrift Shop News We had a great turnout for our lawn sale on September 12th. The customers loved it; in fact, one lady stayed all day, shopping from 9 am, when we opened, until just before we closed at 3 pm. Her husband pulled up with their pickup truck and loaded all her “finds” in the back. She smiled, he shrugged, and we gladly waved goodbye to all the merchandise that wouldn’t need to be returned to the shop. By the end of the sale, we had brought in more than $1,400 from sales inside and outside the shop. Thanks to all those who helped and all those who shopped. (Some of us did both.) We also opened the Thrift Shop during the all-church barbecue and Sunday School Rally Day festivities. For some in the congregation, this marked their first time in the Thrift Shop. They learned what many of us already know: it’s almost impossible to leave the shop empty-handed. On October 24th we’ll be closing our doors for the season. As we approach the closing date, please watch for sales and stop in when you have a chance. See you at the shop! Thrift Shop Board for 2009 Gayle Aprile Ellie Arnholm (Ad Council Rep.) Lori Duke Tracie Duncan Kathy Fleming 621-0426 531-1383 878-1064 225-1393 225-5943 Arline Hay O’Brien Lauren Hazelton (Treasurer) Roger Hazelton (Treasurer) Nancy LaScala Bill Listwan 878-8059 221-0435 221-0435 225-6814 225-2122 Heather Listwan Jim MacDonald Barbara Orr Dee Seftner 225-2122 225-9412 855-9785 225-9630 Scripture Hike September 20th There were TEN hikers this past weekend who ventured out on a gorgeous day. We hiked the Appalachian Trail from Sunken Mine Road for nearly 2 hours until our destination of Route 301 where the Trail momentarily breaks off to cross the street. Through this part of the trail hikers get to cross over parts of the Viaduct...an incredible sight to see these boulders and rocks that were moved to form this link of the Trail. We were thrilled to have challenging moments as well as serene ones. We even had an encounter with a small tree frog who was more than happy to pose for pictures. The beauty of God's world is all around us. These hikes, complete with readings from the Bible, are a wonderful connection to that beauty. There will be one more hike scheduled for this year. It will be on Sunday October 25th- see the article later on in this issue. Come join us! Heather Mitchell-Listwan Finance Committee Report - August 2009 - YTD 2009 Budget Income: Pledges/Offerings/Gifts Thrift Shop Use of Facilities Other Total Income Expense: Administration Christian Education Operating Expenses Program & Worship Maintenance & Repair Evangelism Apportionments Total Expense Net Income (Loss) Budget Gap to-date 68,359 15,500 14,000 11,076 108,935 2009 Actual 67,814 14,000 20,470 12,158 114,442 Actual vs. Budget (545) (1,500) 6,470 1,082 $5,507 73,638 1,570 19,493 1,160 33,185 470 12,009 $141,523 ($32,588) 76,432 (14) 18,338 1,138 23,743 304 8,437 $128,378 ($13,936) ($13,936) (2,794) 1,584 1,155 22 9,442 166 3,572 $13,145 Notes: 1. Pledges are pacing 13% behind last year - increased Use of Facilities is helping to make up the difference 2. After a late start we are starting to catch up on apportionments June's apportionments were paid in early Sept 3. Bills are being paid on time The Board of Trustees continues with exciting news to share with the congregation. We have been lucky enough to have 3 Eagle Scout candidates working on various projects around the church. These projects include the refurbishment of the garage next to the parsonage, refurbishment of the barn behind the thrift shop, and refurbishment of the stage in our gym. We look forward to supporting these scouts as they take on big projects that will make our church and grounds look all the more exceptional. The Board of Trustees continues to look into multiple projects involving our current heating systems, continuance towards a “greener” church, and piano refurbishment. Comments always welcome! -Submitted by Corina Waldrup The Hand of God When I was very young, I think I was in the third grade, I began to learn how to play the violin. Very soon I was making sounds that didn’t make teeth hurt and so my folks took me to Pelham to play for my grandparents. I played “Little Rose Bud.” It was my first concert. My grandparents were mostly homebound because they didn’t have a car and had no good access to mass transit. Even on Sundays, they worshipped from home as they listened to their favorite Methodist service on the radio. My grandfather would sit in his rocker and my grandmother was on the couch. They participated in the service as much as possible including humming the tunes of the hymns. Having been pleased with my violin performance, my grandmother asked me to learn her favorite hymn, “Blessed Assurance”. I was reminded of all this as we sang the very same and beloved hymn at a Drew service in September. There are many, many stories about the ways in which the church enriches and ennobles our lives. The wonderful memory of the smile on my grandmother’s face as I played “Blessed Assurance” is but one. At a recent celebration of Carmel Alumni, I once again heard of the many ways that Drew Church played a powerful role in many lives. On the way home I came up with another one of my bright ideas. I decided to visit Drew as it was 50 years ago and 75 years ago. In October, 1959, the pastor was George Weyand assisted by a divinity student named Lloyd Chapin. The minister of music was Dorothy Nyce. Like today, every Sunday was a busy one. The day began with an 8 o’clock communion service followed by Sunday school and a special parent’s service at 9:30. The main service came at 11AM. The day ended with meetings of the Junior and Senior Methodist Youth Fellowship groups. Dorothy Nyce led the choir which enriched the service much as ours does today. Normally, Rev. Weyand delivered sermons such as “Responsible Christians” and occasionally Rev. Chapin or a guest preacher substituted for Mr. Weyand. As with today, Drew church didn’t cease to function after Sunday. The thrift shop was open on Thursdays. Meanwhile, the PM Club was busy putting the finishing touches for its fall performance of “Howie.” The play was directed by Isobel Rose Jones and the cast included Barbara Brown, Herb Colcord, Lyn McCleod, Betty McCreary, Dan Mooney, Robert Owen and a fellow named Donald Townsend. The Courier devoted two major articles in anticipation of the performance. The world of Drew in 1934 was less familiar. Hamburger cost 19 cents a pound. The local movies were shown once a week at Carmel High School. Baseball ruled the sports world and in August of that year, a fellow named Claude Swanson helped lead Jerry’s All-Stars to a win over the Mahopac Fire Department. Claude, a member of Drew Church, is still alive and kicking, but I don’t think he plays right field anymore. At Drew, the reverend was Earl Scott and Hattie Merrick played the organ. Reverend Scott alternated preaching duties with guest speakers and the choir played its usual role. The Epworth League was active and there was the standard Methodist chicken pot pie supper. October saw two special events. On the 10th, the church celebrated the 69 th anniversary of the church building (making October 10, 2009 the 144th anniversary). A few days later, a major social event took place at Drew when Mildred Dykeman and E Birdsall O’Dell were married before more than 150 people. Though I must admit that I skipped over most of the bride details, The Courier devoted major coverage to the wedding. However, the article did mention that one of the bridesmaids was Natalie Townsend. So the circle is complete. The hand of God is seen in many ways. It is seen in the quiet peace brought to my grandmother as she hummed her favorite hymn. It is seen in the many ways that the hand of God worked through Drew church to guide the lives of the young people who attended the church. It is seen in the way in which the church helps to build and strengthen our communities. It is seen in the ways that the church reinforces our families and sanctifies the essential institution of marriage. In the great masterpiece by Michelangelo, the lifeless body of Adam lies prone, hand extended, awaiting the hand of God to give life. It is a magnificent representation. But like all great art, we are given many ways to look at the painting. Here is an alternative. In this one, it is the hand of God that is extended. It waits for Adam to reach out so that meaning can be given to life already granted. Adam is free, by the grace of God. He can take the hand of God or not. Should he do so, then purpose, richness and, yes, forgiveness is his. Should he choose not to, then the emptiness of Godlessness awaits. Ed Lundberg Creation Celebration Hike . Our Ecumenical hiking group is open to anyone who wishes to get out into nature, to meet new people, and to enjoy God's beauty. On Sunday, October 25 th, we will be hiking at Constitution Marsh Audubon Center & Sanctuary on the Hudson River in Cold Spring. This is a moderate hike with some rocky terrain so sturdy shoes and some stamina are required! Beautiful views of the Hudson and surrounding mountains await, as well as Jim’s Walk, a 700 foot boardwalk within the marsh. We recommend packing water/drinks and a light lunch. We’ll meet in the church parking lot at 1:00 p.m. Please join us! You can contact Bill Listwan with any questions at 845-225-2122, or e-mail him at wlistwan@aol.com. Small Group We will be reading and discussing “Beatitudes from the Backside” Author: J. Ellsworth Kalas Writer: John Schroeder If anyone is interested, please see Bill Listwan; we will then discuss best day and time to meet. Sunday School Calling all Parents and Students . . . our new Sunday School Session began on September 13th with our annual Balloon Launch. Teachers for the fall session are as follows: Laura Kozma Lori Duke Bernadette Schnaudigel Unknown Anne Reilly 3 & 4 Year Olds K & 1st Grade 2nd & 3rd Grade 4th & 5th Youth Don't forget to fill out your registration forms--one form for each child! If you are available to teach Sunday School, either as a substitute or in the Winter or Spring session, please call or email me. BTGTLG@aol.com 845-855-0299 Thanks! Cindy Gerber Superintendent Check out our website at www.drewumc.org! Steve Arbogast has revived the site and added some Drew history information. We are so grateful for the time and energy Steve put into getting us back online! If you have events or information for the site, please send it to Steve at Steve.Arbogast@Qualiware.com. Drew’s Website Is Back! CHRISTIAN PRAYER AND HEALING PRAYER MINISTRY CLASSES LEVEL I AS DEVELOPED BY CHRISTIAN HEALING MINISTRIES CLASSES WILL BE WEDNESDAYS FROM 7:00-9:00 P.M. IN GOULD LOUNGE THROUGH NOVEMBER 28TH CONTACT KATHLEEN REYNOLDS IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR WANT TO REGISTER FOR THE CLASS PLEASE CALL 845- 225-1393 OR EMAIL KLREYNOLDS@COMCAST.NET DREW MISSIONS COMMITTEE “BUZZ-BUZZ” - WALK WITH A PURPOSE- October 18th at 2:00 p.m. HELP CROP STOP HUNGER- SIGN UP NOW! DETAILS ON MISSIONS BULLETIN BOARD, OR CONTACT: helenjones3@verizon.net for details. PERENNIAL PLANTS- if you have a few plants to donate 4 Drew’s garden(s), please drop offoutside the Bishop Matthew garden- on gravel area! A perennial plant is 1 that has more than a 2 year cycle. WHY??? Is a food warehouse being stocked in Kent; attended the “Grand Opening” on Saturday, September 19th; look to the Missions' bulletin board for explanation/details. Thank you, Missions Group (6) CELEBRATION SUNDAY!! ! This past month we lifted our celebrants on their significant day in prayer and joyously celebrated the following birthdays and anniversaries during fellowship: Birthdays: Paige Marchand, Sandor Kozma, Jr., Judy Launhardt, Grace Duke, Amelia Lavelle, Dylan Maglio, Melissa Gray, Nicole Goodrow, Victoria Mastrantoni, Robbin Gerber, Johnathan Schell, Kelly Cordero, Leslee Bowman, Ian Cordero, Ryan Oaks, Will McDermott, Alyssa Kull, & Sean Doyle. Anniversaries: Robin & Alan Lounsbury, Roy & Paula Oakes, & Jennifer & Larry Bowman. Please remember to lift the following October Celebrants on their extraordinary day in prayer: Birthdays- 2nd - Brian O’Connor & Thomas Reilly; 3rd - Roger Hazelton & Frank Vasi, Jr.; 4th- Judy MacDonald; 7th- Thelma Arbogast; 12th- Kerry O’Connor; 14th- Ron Burger; 15th- Robin Keith; 17thCarrie Schell; 18th- Gayle Zawrotny; 19th- Laura Quigg; 20th- Cindy Gerber; 21st- Drew Schnaudigel; 23rd - Flo Dean; 29th- Dee Seftner; 31st- Ellie Arnholm. Anniversaries: Wes & Karen MacKenzie; 30th- Rob & Pam Jackson. Be sure to join us on Celebration Sunday, October 25th, when these persons will be recognized and we celebrate life!!! *Contact Kathleen Reynolds if your name was omitted and you wish to be included at: klreynolds@comcast.net or (845) 225-1393. “DON’T FORGET THE WORDS TO OUR CELEBRATION SUNDAY SONG” HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, ANNIVERSARY, TOOWE CELEBRATE WITH YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU, TOO! Updates! Please add the following changes to your DUMC directory: Brian and Melissa Gray (Brianna Lynn), 15 East Croton Drive, Carmel, NY 10512; 282-8068; melissagray77@aol.com Emails: Doyle Family- ddoyle1990@aol.com Fahy Family- MJFLJF@verizon.net Bob & Lorraine Quigg- cuomo1@verizon.net Rob Quigg- robquigg001@gmail.com Beverly Rhodes- Brhodes4@rochester.rr.com Rivera Family- rivera225@aol.com Gay Safford- gay.safford@gmail.com Phone Numbers: Jackie Hebrank- 845-225-1716 Jason & Marjorie Kennedy- 845-704-7877 Amelia Lavelle- 845-878-4463; 21 Lavelle Lane, Holmes, NY 12531 If you would like a new directory, please send your request to Mariah and specify e-mail or print. Thanks! Congratulations to…  Ed and Lyn Lundberg, who became great-grandparents to Nathan Anderson on September 23 rd. Nathan is the son of their daughter, Lori, and her husband, Jeff.  Patricia Tranchina and Steven Klein, who will be married here on Sunday, October 11 th.  David and Erin Corsino, who were married on Saturday, September 25th (Erin is the daughter of Dwight and Robin Keith) Heartfelt Thanks to…  Steve Arbogast, Chairman, the United Methodist Men, and all who helped make the Lobster Dinner a huge success.  Helen Jones, for the lovely work on the Bishop’s Garden by our side door.  Brian Schwenk and Boy Scout Troop 1, for the ongoing renovation of the parsonage garage and creation of a meditation garden.  All who take part in or attend Saturday services.  Charles Shaffer, for initiating and following through on the repair of our office folding machine.  The Blessing of the Animals Planning Team: Bill Listwan, Heather Listwan, Terry Walsh, Sean Walsh, Kathleen Reynolds, Mary Hedman and Rev. Karen  To Christian Jones, for photographing the Blessing of the Animals Our Condolences are Expressed to…  Those who have lost beloved pets recently, including Natalie Townsend and the Duke Family. Donor Drew Thrift Shop In Honor Of Tribute Gifts Occasion In appreciation for her dedicated service. Arline Hay-O’Brien Tribute gifts may be given at any time in honor of someone, or of an occasion such as an anniversary or birthday, etc. Forms are available in the church office and in each edition of The Bell. “Love never ends…” (1 Corinthians 13:8) Prayer Group Once again, we are meeting on Monday mornings at 9:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. All are welcome; please join us! For more information, contact Kathleen Reynolds: klreynolds@comcast.net or (845) 225-1393 Looking Ahead… Mark Your Calendars! Saturday, October 3rd Blessing of the Animals, 11:00 a.m. (rain date Oct. 4th, 2:00 p.m.) Saturday, October Saturday Service, 7:00 p.m. 10th Saturday, October Annual DUMC Silent Auction (donations needed), 6:00 – 17th 8:00 p.m. th Sunday, October 18 CROP Walk th Sunday, October 25 Ecumenical Hike at Constitution Marsh, 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 7th Saturday, November 21st Thrift Shop Volunteer Luncheon Talent Show Articles for the November issue of The Bell are due: Wednesday, October 14th Acolyte Corp CRUCIFER - ACOLYTE - PAGE SCHEDULE October 2008 Sunday, October 4th C - Maggie Fleming A – Ryan Walsh P – Keith Bowman Sunday, October 11th C – Alysa Pease A – Christa Pease P – Sam Duke Sunday October 18th C – Brent Gerber A – Travis Gerber P – Drew Schnaudigel Sunday, October 25th C- Sean Walsh A- Sabrina Parish P- Ali Wild *REMINDER: If you are unable to make your scheduled date, please find a replacement from the list of crucifers, acolytes, and pages, and notify Sean Walsh (878-4549) by Wednesday of that week, who will be taking your place. Community News Wanted: Doggie Drivers Volunteer Drivers are needed at Guiding Eyes for the Blind’s Patterson, NY facility to transport puppies and dogs. A vehicle is provided (mini-van) and all trip expenses are covered. Trips are usually from two to eight hours duration. Potential Drivers must be at least 21 years of age, be able to lift up to 75lbs and have a clean driving record. For more information please contact Vikki at Guiding Eyes on 845 230 6412 or viwanicki@guidingeyes.org Community Prayer Gatherings The Putnam Leadership Prayer Committee wishes to invite you to a time of prayer and reflection. On the first Tuesday of every month, all are welcome to gather at Cornerstone Park in Carmel (opposite Carmel Diner) to pray for our national, state, and local leaders, and for the various needs of people in our communities. Prayer runs from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m., and we will be prompt! NOTE: There will be no refreshments served during these gatherings, however, feel free to bring your own coffee if you wish. **Please note: if you would prefer to receive the Bell via e-mail, or if you receive it both electronically and via postal mail, and would like to help save some trees (as well as postage costs), please e-mail us and let us know! We are no longer using the e-mail address drewumc@bestweb.net. Please update your address books to reflect our current address, drewumc@verizon.net. Thank you! I‟m a Christian -Maya Angelou When I say… “I am a Christian,” I‟m not shouting, “I‟m clean living.” I‟m whispering, “I was lost, now I‟m found and forgiven.” When I say… “I am a Christian,” I don‟t speak of this with pride. I „m confessing that I stumble and need CHRIST to be my guide. When I say… “I am a Christian,” I‟m not trying to be strong. I‟m professing that I‟m weak and need HIS strength to carry on. When I say… “I am a Christian,” I‟m not bragging of my success. I‟m admitting I have failures and need God to clean my mess. When I say… “I‟m a Christian,” I‟m not claiming to be perfect. My flaws are far too visible, but God believes I am worth it. When I say… “I‟m a Christian,” I still feel the sting of pain. I have my share of heartaches, so I call upon His name. When I say… “I am a Christian,” I‟m not holier-than-thou. I‟m just a simple sinner who received God‟s grace, somehow. -submitted by Donna Lou Salatino Our Bishop, the Rev. Jeremiah Park The Rev. Jeannette Bassinger-Ishii, our District Superintendent Men and women of our Armed Forces and their families For expectant and new mothers For those seeking to become pregnant For peace in the Middle East Persons seeking healing in their marriages and families For those seeking jobs For those in transitions and decision making Persons battling addictions For all who suffer depression and mental illness For all of our church’s ministries Anthony and Elvira Aguiar (Pam Jackson’s grandparents) Victor Amicucci (for health) Gene Angelo Ann Apgar (Elizabeth Triano’s mother, for good health) Maggie Applegate (for healing from cancer) Thelma Arbogast (recovering from pneumonia ) Susan Arnold (for good health) The Barry family- prayers for Jake Ron Bateman (bypass surgery) The Bianco family (giving thanks for their son) Jane Bowman (for healing) Jennifer Bowman (healing for her back) Larry Bowman (for good health) Robert Bowman (upon the passing of his daughter, Toni Ann) Maude Boyce (at Salem Hills) Ian Brent (for continued healing and shrinking of tumor on the pituitary gland) Del Burger (Ron’s father, at Gardner Heights Rehabilitation Center) Michael Campbell (upon the passing of his wife) Jennifer Crowell (Barbara White’s great-niece, permanently paralyzed from the chest down) Michelle Dalton (healing of back injury) Willie Daleney and family (for healing and strength- success of chemotherapy) Flo Dean (for good heart health) Joe DeMaio (for good health) Joanne DeRescigno Dale Donato (for continued healing) Erin Duke Lucille Duke (for good health) Jack & Lois Engleman (Rev. Karen’s parents, for good health) Cindy Fletcher Mary Frenchman (for healing from breast cancer) Carol Fusco (for healing) Pat Fusco (emphysema) Andrew Gallino (for good health) Helen Gilbert (friend of Dean Saddler’s daughter, healing from bone marrow cancer) Bobby Gokey (healing from amyloidosis) Dorothy Guidice (Jennifer Bowman’s aunt) Edward Guidice (Jennifer Bowman’s uncle) Janet Haswell (multiple sclerosis) Jackie Hebrank (for healing and strength) Lee Holmes Janice Jorgenson (Joanne Ocskasy’s mother) Ernie Kidd (for good health) The Family of Pat Lane (passed recently) Edward Lavelle (for healing) Margaret Lavelle (for healing, Amelia’s sister-inlaw) Pat Ledley (for healing from cancer) Mildred Lee Jessica Listwan and Ava Listwan Bob Loso, Jr. (for healing of his heart) John Lynch (Bill Listwan’s brother-in-law) Alison Macaiak Judy Malin (Kym Malin’s mother) Kym and Kyle Malin and family Frieda Margolus Jeanne & Bob Matthews (Rev. Karen’s aunt and uncle, for heart health) The McAlley Family Peggy McDonnell Dawn Mitchell (Heather Listwan’s sister-in-law, for healing) The family of Robert Moore Debbie Murnan (for continued healing) Chris Murphy (for healing of lymphoma) John Parish (for continued healing of lung) Barbara Pellino (recovering from surgery) Mike Pisito (Joe DeMaio’s uncle, heart condition, for God’s peace) Alison, Rebecca & Theresa Porteus, and George Porteus, Jr. (Jackie Hebrank’s relatives) Cullen Powers (for God’s strength) Patricia Primrose (for continued healing) Edythe Puckhaber (for good health) Eddie Reilly (for good health) Lyda Rojas (for continued healthy recovery) The Rojas family and friends May Russak (Betty Naber’s sister-in-law) Sarah Russell (for strength, healing and help) Valerie Rutledge (for healing from breast cancer) Katie Rhodes Scott (for healing) Kathy Ruhs (breast cancer) Olive Sinclair (for God’s comfort) Crystal Stacks The family of Frances Stephens Mae Stromsland Marty Stephens and family (upon the passing of Frances) Justin Studler Claude Swanson (for daily blessings) Margaret Swift, mother of David Swift Helene Tanner (recovering from shoulder surgery) Carol Thompson (for healing from cancer) Pat Thompson (praises God for healing) Donald Townsend (healing from hip replacement) Ruthellen Trimmer (recovering from surgery) Max Wheeler (for God’s daily blessings) Barbara White (for healing) Carole Wyland (childhood friend of Susan Arnold, major heart problems) David Wylie Thomas Young (Cindy Gerber’s father, pray for healing - bone cancer) NOTE: When names and situations on our prayer chain need to be updated or names added, please advise Barbara White (279-2160) or Rev. Karen (225-2019, 225-7992). Thank you for your help in keeping this very important part of our ministry current. Please send us updates. Thank you! Drew United Methodist Church Carmel, New York 10512 October 2009 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Chancel Choir, 7:30 p.m. 2 3 11:00 a.m., Blessing of the Animals (rain date: Sunday, Oct. 4th at 2:00 p.m.) 4 Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost World Communion Sunday Healing Service at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 1:00 p.m. 5 Mariah out of office 9:00 a.m. Prayer Group, Sanctuary 6 7:30 a.m., Community Prayer Gathering, Cornerstone Park 6:00 p.m., Thrift Shop Board 7 7:00 p.m., Healing Prayer Class, Gould Lounge 8 Chancel Choir, 7:30 p.m. 9 10 Wedding Rehearsal, Sanctuary, 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m., Saturday Service 11 Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost 1:30 p.m., Wedding, Sanctuary Patricia Tranchina and Steven Klein 12 Mariah out of office 9:00 a.m. Prayer Group, Sanctuary 7:00 p.m., Trustees 13 7:00 p.m., Finance 14 7:00 p.m., Healing Prayer Class, Gould Lounge 15 Chancel Choir, 7:30 p.m. 16 Set-up for Silent Auction 17 “Fill up the Truck Days”- food drive and fun, sponsored by Carmel Rotary. 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at ShopRite in Carmel Silent Auction, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 18 Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost; Laity Sunday “Fill up the Truck Days”- food drive and fun, sponsored by Carmel Rotary. 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at ShopRite in Carmel CROP Walk 19 Mariah out of office 9:00 a.m. Prayer Group, Sanctuary 20 21 6:00 p.m., Worship Committee 7:00 p.m., Healing Prayer Class, Gould Lounge 22 Chancel Choir, 7:30 p.m. 23 24 25 Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost; Reformation Sunday; UM Men’s Day; Celebration Sunday 1:00 p.m., Ecumenical hike, meet at DUMC at 12:30 p.m. 26 Mariah out of office 9:00 a.m. Prayer Group, Sanctuary 27 28 7:00 p.m., Healing Prayer Class, Gould Lounge 29 Chancel Choir, 7:30 p.m. 30 31 Healing Service at Jesse Lee UMC, 10:00 a.m. A Celebration of Life: Tribute Gifts Tribute gifts are an excellent way to acknowledge special occasions in the lives of loved ones and friends. Instead of presents, Tribute Gifts can be given to celebrate birthdays, holidays, graduations, anniversaries or any other significant life event, such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Confirmation. Tribute gifts are a very special way to honor the memory of a deceased friend, relative or colleague while conveying your sympathy to the family on the loss of their loved one. Contributing to Drew United Methodist Church in someone’s name is a living gift that continues to give through the ongoing ministries of Drew Church. Simply fill out the Tribute Gift form and send your donation (in any amount) payable to Drew United Methodist Church to: Drew UMC PO Box 900 Carmel, NY 10512 An acknowledgement of your Tribute Gift will be sent to the person or family you have designated. You will receive a personal acknowledgement for your tax-deductible gift and your name will be listed in The Bell, our church newsletter. Thank you! Drew United Methodist Church Tribute Gift Program Date: Enclosed is my donation of: $ Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Telephone/E-mail: In Honor of: In Memory of:  Birthday  Anniversary  New Baby  Baptism  Confirmation  Graduation  Easter  Christmas  Thanksgiving  Mother’s Day  Father’s Day  Speedy  Other: Recovery Please send an acknowledgement to: Name: Address: City/State/Zip: The following personal note from you will be enclosed (optional):