The Cornerstone - August 2010
The Cornerstone - July 2010

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Midweek Update - July 28, 2010

Pastor's Notes

       Would you forgive me for boasting a little bit this week?  I just have to say I am proud of the way the people of FUMC of Mattoon have responded to our recent efforts to connect with the community.  You represent Christ to the people of Mattoon and Coles County in many ways during the week.  Most of what you do in that regard I don't even know about -- although God knows.  But I do know a few things and want to share my pride in them with you.
       This year the people of FUMC, led by the Communications Team, made an effort to be visible in witnessing to our presence and Christ in the Bagel Fest.  We had a booth where we sold water and soft drinks at a discount price while providing information on the church.  We did a float for the church with walkers handing out cold water with information on the church and registration forms for a drawing.  We got a broad level of participation from church people, some attention from the local press, and a nice data base of people for future mailings.  I have no idea exactly how many were involved in total by the time you count donations of water, soft drinks and cash, participation in the booth, constructing the float, walking in the parade and all.  All I know is that a significant percentage of the church responded to our call for volunteers.  May God bless you for that.
          Second, several members of our Fruitful Congregations and New Streams group put together a Parents Night Out event.  With the help of our youth and other adults they got the word out to church people and participants at VBS that there would be a parents night out on July 23.  They ended up with 15 children, including a mix from within and outside of the church.  There was a good response from the youth and adults in making it a fun event for the kids.  The hope is to repeat this as a way to minister to single parents as well as couples with children.
        All of this went on with our usual attention to worship, education, outreach, assistance, Vacation Bible School, and all the other things we do as a church.  With the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit we can lift high the name of Christ and make Mattoon a better place to live.  Keep up the good work folks!
        Pastor Ken

 Please keep these people in your prayers:

Jane Tutt * Jim Ferguson * Pat Pinkstaff * Hope Doll *Chuck Lunceford

Ellie Decker * Susan Bales * Lois Witters * To the family of Adelaide Werden

Jesus You’re my Superhero.  Kidz 4 Christ is getting ready to start and this year’s theme is  Superhero’s.  Join us as we explore the superheroes of the Bible.  The Registration Party will be held on August 25, 2010.  We will be having a street party with inflatable’s, food and games.  It will be a blast you won’t want to miss it…better yet invite a friend to come as well.  It all starts at 5:30 PM right here at the Church.  Those wanting to help see Brad or Tammie.

We need donations for the Kidz 4 Christ block party.  If you would like to help please take an item from or display in the café area.

 

 

WANTED…By God!  We are looking for those entering 1-5 grade.  Sign-up now for the Summer Camp-in.  Summer Camp-in will be held here at the church, August 13-14.  Registrations are in the café area and need to be returned to the office or Brad no later than August 8, 2010.  Pick up the information today and if you have any questions see Brad.  We also need some adults who would like to help with the event. 

 

 

Scrip Deadline
This Friday
7/30/10 @ 11:00 a.m.

 

A two-day event sponsored by the United Methodist Men. Speakers include: Larry Malone, National Director of Men's Ministries, United Methodist Men, Gil Hanke, General Secretary of the General Commission on United Methodist Men, Rev. Sylvester Weatherall, pastor of Springfield Grace and Kumler UMC's, Rev. Shane Bishop, senior pastor, Fairview Heights Christ UMC.  To register please complete the registration form available in the Cornerstone café area or in the office.  Return the forms and payment to Brad by August 15, 2010.   The revival will be held on August 27 and 28, 2010.

 

     This year at Annual Conference bishop's cabinet called upon the people of our churches to commit the first Thursday of every month to a time of humble fasting and prayer for renewal. The Gospels tell us that Jesus practiced the combination of fasting and prayer before making big decisions in his ministry. It is a way of helping us to focus upon the spiritual side of reality by removing our focus from the physical for a short period.
     Would you join me and others in our Methodist connection in this fast?  I leave up to you the type of fast you prefer. For some a liquid diet works best.  Some may keep the fast for 24 hours while others may fast from one meal during the day. The details are not as important as the commitment to focus upon praying for our church, our mission, and the people of our community. We need the power of God at work in our lives and our church. Will you join me in crying out to our Heavenly Father to pour his power out upon us?
     If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.  2 Chronicle 7:14

 

Correction for Mary Circle Meeting

Monday, August 9 at 5:30 p.m.

 

Kristin Ives will be doing the program

representing the last of Autumn.

 

Everyone is welcome to come.

Wes & Jane Orman married August 1, 1981

Trina & Gordon Jackson married August 2, 1997

John & Shirley Burton married August 3, 1974

Mike & Treva Bradd married August 8^th

August 1^st            August 3^rd            August 5^th            August 6^th

Alan Daniel            Donna Warrem       Bobbi Campbell     Elaine Gossett

                             Ryan Hastings                                      Richard Sherman

 

August 7^th            August 8^th

Maggie Taylor        Joyce Sparks

Riley Leitch

Derek Pierce