The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Octprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
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We Welcome St. Andrew’s Newest Members: Michael & Suzannah Dahl Michael is executive Chef at Creighton University and Suzannah is the food service director at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center. They have two children Amelia-3 & Abbott-8 months.
THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, October 24, 5:00
Sunday, October 25, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy Davis preaching:
SMALL TALK: A Sermon On Prayer
With the second installment from The Acts 10 Gym:
HANS & FRANZ TEACH BOB DAVIS ABOUT PRAYER!
Fun and fellowship activities are available for infants-2nd grades at our 5:00 Saturday Service. Child Care is available during out 8:30 Sunday Service, and Sunday School for all ages at our 10:00 Sunday Service.
Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
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The Christian Dexter Benefit held at the church this weekend was a great success. Many people came out to eat, donate, bid, and most importantly give blood. Both KPTM and KMTV were covering the benefit. Click the links below to see some of the coverage from the benefit. Christian Dexter’s parents really encourage people to give blood, watch for St. Andrew’s to be helping out with the Red Cross again.
http://www.kptm.com/global/video/popup/pop_playerLaunch.asp?vt1=v&clipFormat=flv&clipId1=4223306&at1=News&h1=Blood%20Drive%20Held%20for%20Toddler%20in%20Need&flvUri=&thirdpartymrssurl
http://www.kmtv.com/global/story.asp?s=11335049
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FROM PAM FLEURY: Christmas is coming........Rehearsals for the annual Intergenerational Christmas Cantata will begin this Wednesday, Oct. 21st from 6:30-7:15 in the sanctuary. All youth, grades 6-12, and adults are invited to be a part of this choir. This is a great opportunity for families to sing together during the holiday season. The cantata will be performed the weekend of Dec. 12th and 13th with the Sunday School rooms joining us on Sunday at 10:00. Last year we had almost 100 youth and adults singing. We would love to have at least that many and hopefully more for this year's Christmas cantata. If you have questions, please feel free to contact Pam Fleury at 498-9023 or plfleury@mpsomaha.org or Adam Witte.
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Children’s Ministries is looking for a caregiver for our nursery during the 10:00 Sunday Service. Candidate will work 1 ½ -2 hours every Sunday. This position is important to our young parents so they can go to service while their children are being cared and meeting new playmates. This is a paid position. Contact Netta for more information or stop by the front office for a job application and job description. npollock@standrewsomaha.net
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Youth ministries had a great weekend. The senior high kids enjoyed hanging out by the campfire at Vala’s Pumpkin Patch on Saturday. A special thanks to Greg and Pam Twist for donating the campfire site. The middle school kids helped the residents at the Parson’s House decorate pumpkins. The kids were so kind and patient with the residents. The kids and I had the opportunity to pray with one of our church members who is a resident at the Parson’s House. We ended the weekend with fun, games, and pizza at Sunday night youth group.
This Saturday the MIDDLE SCHOOL will have their annual HALLOWEEN PARTY here at the church 7pm to 9pm. We will be having a costume contest, fear factor, and fellowship. Please RSVP by Wednesday by e-mailing me at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
2 Thessalonians Isaiah
10/19 2 56, 57, 58
10/20 3 59, 60, 61
1 Timothy
10/21 1 62, 63, 64
10/22 2 65, 66
Jeremiah
10/23 3 1, 2
10/24 4 3, 4, 5
10/25 5 6, 7, 8
10/26 6 9, 10, 11
2 Timothy
10/27 1 12, 13, 14
10/28 2 15, 16, 17
10/29 3 18, 19
10/30 4 20, 21
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and through grave gave us eternal comfort and good hope, comfort your hearts and strengthen them in every good work and word.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
In Better Hands
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Octprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
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This should be a memorable weekend. Ever since Natalie Grant performed at St. Andrews—two years ago next month—I’ve wanted to do something with her songs HELD and IN BETTER HANDS. Heather Doll, Craig Bence and the band have been working with the music for several weeks. I’m playing bass; the songs are powerful enough that I have to remind myself to keep hitting the notes, because I get caught up in the material and just want to listen. I have a message that I hope will do justice to the theme—and to a little guy in an incubator in Texas, whose struggle for life has mightily informed this week’s writing experience. People who have seen the manuscript tell me it’s touched their hearts. I invite you read the 5th chapter of Luke in preparation, verses 17-26, in preparation.
This is our second football season since starting the Saturday evening worship service. Last year, there were a lot of 11:00 and 7:00 Husker games, which was good for us. Due to the recent Thursday evening game against my alma mater (I cheered for Nebraska!), NU has had the past couple of Saturdays off. This week, we run into our second 2:30 kick-off of the season. Ouch. It comes with the territory. We’ll have a fine time on Saturday, trusting in the promise that where two or more or gathered (Iowa State fans, folks like that), the Lord will be there also. The Saturday option was designed to give people maximum flexibility in their weekend worship experience, and it’s worked out pretty well, so far. We’ll hope to see you sometime this weekend. Your presence is always an encouragement.
Chances are, in today’s mail, you’ll be receiving an invitation to THE ACTS 10 GYM. I’m looking forward to rolling out the theme this weekend. We’ll see the first of six short films based on themes found in the 10th Chapter of Acts. Each service will start with our theme song: INVITE, GIVE & PRAY. You’ll recognize the tune; I refashioned the words. You’ve been hearing us say this for a couple of months now: WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP!
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Nancy Davis chimes in: WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP with our prayer calendar! One of the calendars will be included this weekend in the worship bulletin. You may have also received one with your newsletter this week. We hope all St. Andrews families will use the calendar every day as a way to remind ourselves of the importance of prayer in our lives. If you have children in your home, they will enjoy counting the various objects called for each day and figuring how much money that would be for their prayer boxes. If you don’t have children, you can certainly use the calendar as a way to consider how fortunate you are and how blessed by God. And we can all remember to say the prayer accompanying each day. You can bring collected coins in each week – there will be a place in the rotunda for you to put them. Remember – Prayer Ultimately Matters – so Pray in your homes during this season of sharing and stewardship.
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The Children’s Department is getting involved with the campaign too! Working with our theme “We want to PUMP you up” the children will make Prayer Boxes and learn that:
Prayer
Ultimately
Matters so
Pray
Families will collect money by following a prayer calendar. All proceeds will go to the Open Door Mission.
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I Thessalonians 3:11-13
Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Father at the coming of the Lord Jesus with all his saints.
Pray with me, please:
Dear God and Father of us all, direct us as we gather this weekend. Some may be thinking about going in another direction, away from your house. If you’d move their hearts in THIS direction, we’d sure appreciate it. It would be a win/win for everybody! Strengthen the hearts of each person praying this prayer. Pump us up! I ask in the name of the Lord Jesus: increase our love for you and for one another. Amen.
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Octprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
This should be a memorable weekend. Ever since Natalie Grant performed at St. Andrews—two years ago next month—I’ve wanted to do something with her songs HELD and IN BETTER HANDS. Heather Doll, Craig Bence and the band have been working with the music for several weeks. I’m playing bass; the songs are powerful enough that I have to remind myself to keep hitting the notes, because I get caught up in the material and just want to listen. I have a message that I hope will do justice to the theme—and to a little guy in an incubator in Texas, whose struggle for life has mightily informed this week’s writing experience. People who have seen the manuscript tell me it’s touched their hearts. I invite you read the 5th chapter of Luke in preparation, verses 17-26, in preparation.
This is our second football season since starting the Saturday evening worship service. Last year, there were a lot of 11:00 and 7:00 Husker games, which was good for us. Due to the recent Thursday evening game against my alma mater (I cheered for Nebraska!), NU has had the past couple of Saturdays off. This week, we run into our second 2:30 kick-off of the season. Ouch. It comes with the territory. We’ll have a fine time on Saturday, trusting in the promise that where two or more or gathered (Iowa State fans, folks like that), the Lord will be there also. The Saturday option was designed to give people maximum flexibility in their weekend worship experience, and it’s worked out pretty well, so far. We’ll hope to see you sometime this weekend. Your presence is always an encouragement.
Chances are, in today’s mail, you’ll be receiving an invitation to THE ACTS 10 GYM. I’m looking forward to rolling out the theme this weekend. We’ll see the first of six short films based on themes found in the 10th Chapter of Acts. Each service will start with our theme song: INVITE, GIVE & PRAY. You’ll recognize the tune; I refashioned the words. You’ve been hearing us say this for a couple of months now: WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP!
*
Nancy Davis chimes in: WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP with our prayer calendar! One of the calendars will be included this weekend in the worship bulletin. You may have also received one with your newsletter this week. We hope all St. Andrews families will use the calendar every day as a way to remind ourselves of the importance of prayer in our lives. If you have children in your home, they will enjoy counting the various objects called for each day and figuring how much money that would be for their prayer boxes. If you don’t have children, you can certainly use the calendar as a way to consider how fortunate you are and how blessed by God. And we can all remember to say the prayer accompanying each day. You can bring collected coins in each week – there will be a place in the rotunda for you to put them. Remember – Prayer Ultimately Matters – so Pray in your homes during this season of sharing and stewardship.
*
The Children’s Department is getting involved with the campaign too! Working with our theme “We want to PUMP you up” the children will make Prayer Boxes and learn that:
Prayer
Ultimately
Matters so
Pray
Families will collect money by following a prayer calendar. All proceeds will go to the Open Door Mission.
*
I Thessalonians 3:11-13
Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Father at the coming of the Lord Jesus with all his saints.
Pray with me, please:
Dear God and Father of us all, direct us as we gather this weekend. Some may be thinking about going in another direction, away from your house. If you’d move their hearts in THIS direction, we’d sure appreciate it. It would be a win/win for everybody! Strengthen the hearts of each person praying this prayer. Pump us up! I ask in the name of the Lord Jesus: increase our love for you and for one another. Amen.
BRD
Priming the Pump
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 18, 5:00
Sunday, October 19, 8:30 & 10:00
In the tradition of memorable St. Andrew’s theme songs such as “Take The A-Train” and “Live, Laugh & Love God,” each service begins with Adam Witte teaching us: “INVITE, GIVE & PRAY.”
WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP! This weekend, we’ll be introducing you to celebrity guest instructors Hans & Franz. Be watching the mail this week for more information.
Bruce is preaching: IN BETTER HANDS
Heather Doll and Craig Bence will share two Natalie Grant songs, backed by The Ax Of The Apostles
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On Sunday October 11, we were blessed to participate in the baptism of Quinlan Daniel Graves, son of Christopher (Chris) & Tunicia (Toni) Graves.
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In case you’re wondering where keyboard maestro Leon Adams is these days, we received this from him this morning. He’ll be back with us at the end of the month: Greetings Bruce. The "Rave On" tour is going very well. All the shows have either sold out or near sold out so far. The band is rockin' and I'm still amazed of how many people are still Buddy Holly fans across the country. I'm in near Grand Rapids, Michigan now, and we have two shows scheduled for tomorrow and Friday. We have a nice tour bus just like the last tour I did in February. Tell everyone I said Hi and "RAVE ON!!!!!"
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Diamonds & Dungarees November 20th, Champions Run Country Club. Donations for the auction can be dropped off at anytime. The auction night goes something like this:
6:00 PM Pre-Party and Silent Auction
8:00 PM Dinner and Oral Auction
9:30 PM Dancing
?’s Contact Shawna or Corey Rector at shawnarector@cox.net or Mandy at the office.
Pizza with the Pastors: If you are interested in membership at the church, come to our Pizza with the Pastors night. It is this Sunday, October 18th from 5:00-6:30 in the lower level youth room. It is an informal, informational gathering to let you know about the Pastors, staff, ministries, and how to become a member of St. Andrew’s. To sign up contact: Mandy Barkhaus at: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net Childcare is available upon request.
DIANA FAUST asks: Are You Getting Pumped Up?
Are you one of the 210 people involved in one of the small group Bible studies offered at St. Andrew’s? That’s right. We currently have 210 people participating in Bible Study. In addition, there are 26 people in our support groups, and many more in our fellowship groups. If you are not currently enrolled in one of the Bible studies, watch for details about upcoming classes in the bulletin, newsletter, St. A-Mail and on the webpage. New classes will be starting soon. For more information contact Diana at dfaust@standrewsomaha.net.
Three items From Youth Czar BOB DAVIS: Bridget Fitzpatrick from the Omaha Police Department spoke yesterday on the VERY important topic of Internet Safety. If you were unable to attend this presentation I would be happy to schedule a time to meet with you and discuss the topic. You can e-mail me at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net to set up an appointment or feel free to give me a call. A special thanks to Deb Harding and Mandy Barkhaus for their assistance in making this presentation happen.
HIGH SCHOOL // October 17: Pam and Greg Twist have reserved a campfire spot at Vala's Pumpkin Patch for the senior high kids 5pm to 10:00pm. The cost is $12.25 to get in. I am asking that parents take and pick up their kids for this event……since Vala's is open 9am to 10pm kids may want to go early. I plan to be at the campfire from 5pm to 10pm to spend time with the kids, but this is not a church sponsored event and therefore St. Andrew's is waived of any responsibility for this event. In short, parents are responsible for their kids in regards to this activity.
MIDDLE SCHOOL // October 18: Service Project: Decorating Pumpkins with the residents of the Parson's House 1:15pm-2:30pm. Please bring your son or daughter directly to the Parson's House located at 14325 Eagle Run Drive 68164 (less than 5 minutes from the church) I have been doing this project with youth and the residents for the past three years. The residents absolutely love having us there! Please e-mail me to sign up….. Any questions let me know.
PRAYER MATTERS
Eleanor Davis is hospitalized with continuing heart problems.
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Gina Hansen is receiving cancer treatment.
Others being treated for cancer include: Molly Scritchfield’s Dad, Bruce; Sara Keim’s friend, Geri; Kevin Kathka’s mother, Deb.
Dee Harold’s sister-in-law, Sharon, is critically ill.
Virginia Hatcher’s father is recovering from surgery.
Bruce & Nancy Davis great nephew, John, is an NICU patient n Houston, Texas,
Kathy Raabe is waiting for test results.
Shawna Rector is scheduled for an MRI on knee, October 15.
We extend our sympathy to Kim and Michaela Christensen. Michaela’s grandmother has passed away, as has Kim’s uncle.
Please Pray with Nancy:
God, we bring to you these people who are finding life to be difficult today. We pray the blessings of your Holy Spirit on them and their families. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Paul pumped up the church in Thessalonica with this encouragement:
We also constantly give thanks to God for this, that when you received the word of God that you heard from us, you accepted it not as a human word, but as what it really is, God’s word, which is also at work in you believers.
1 Thessalonians 2:13
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 18, 5:00
Sunday, October 19, 8:30 & 10:00
In the tradition of memorable St. Andrew’s theme songs such as “Take The A-Train” and “Live, Laugh & Love God,” each service begins with Adam Witte teaching us: “INVITE, GIVE & PRAY.”
WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP! This weekend, we’ll be introducing you to celebrity guest instructors Hans & Franz. Be watching the mail this week for more information.
Bruce is preaching: IN BETTER HANDS
Heather Doll and Craig Bence will share two Natalie Grant songs, backed by The Ax Of The Apostles
*
On Sunday October 11, we were blessed to participate in the baptism of Quinlan Daniel Graves, son of Christopher (Chris) & Tunicia (Toni) Graves.
*
In case you’re wondering where keyboard maestro Leon Adams is these days, we received this from him this morning. He’ll be back with us at the end of the month: Greetings Bruce. The "Rave On" tour is going very well. All the shows have either sold out or near sold out so far. The band is rockin' and I'm still amazed of how many people are still Buddy Holly fans across the country. I'm in near Grand Rapids, Michigan now, and we have two shows scheduled for tomorrow and Friday. We have a nice tour bus just like the last tour I did in February. Tell everyone I said Hi and "RAVE ON!!!!!"
*
Diamonds & Dungarees November 20th, Champions Run Country Club. Donations for the auction can be dropped off at anytime. The auction night goes something like this:
6:00 PM Pre-Party and Silent Auction
8:00 PM Dinner and Oral Auction
9:30 PM Dancing
?’s Contact Shawna or Corey Rector at shawnarector@cox.net or Mandy at the office.
Pizza with the Pastors: If you are interested in membership at the church, come to our Pizza with the Pastors night. It is this Sunday, October 18th from 5:00-6:30 in the lower level youth room. It is an informal, informational gathering to let you know about the Pastors, staff, ministries, and how to become a member of St. Andrew’s. To sign up contact: Mandy Barkhaus at: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net Childcare is available upon request.
DIANA FAUST asks: Are You Getting Pumped Up?
Are you one of the 210 people involved in one of the small group Bible studies offered at St. Andrew’s? That’s right. We currently have 210 people participating in Bible Study. In addition, there are 26 people in our support groups, and many more in our fellowship groups. If you are not currently enrolled in one of the Bible studies, watch for details about upcoming classes in the bulletin, newsletter, St. A-Mail and on the webpage. New classes will be starting soon. For more information contact Diana at dfaust@standrewsomaha.net.
Three items From Youth Czar BOB DAVIS: Bridget Fitzpatrick from the Omaha Police Department spoke yesterday on the VERY important topic of Internet Safety. If you were unable to attend this presentation I would be happy to schedule a time to meet with you and discuss the topic. You can e-mail me at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net to set up an appointment or feel free to give me a call. A special thanks to Deb Harding and Mandy Barkhaus for their assistance in making this presentation happen.
HIGH SCHOOL // October 17: Pam and Greg Twist have reserved a campfire spot at Vala's Pumpkin Patch for the senior high kids 5pm to 10:00pm. The cost is $12.25 to get in. I am asking that parents take and pick up their kids for this event……since Vala's is open 9am to 10pm kids may want to go early. I plan to be at the campfire from 5pm to 10pm to spend time with the kids, but this is not a church sponsored event and therefore St. Andrew's is waived of any responsibility for this event. In short, parents are responsible for their kids in regards to this activity.
MIDDLE SCHOOL // October 18: Service Project: Decorating Pumpkins with the residents of the Parson's House 1:15pm-2:30pm. Please bring your son or daughter directly to the Parson's House located at 14325 Eagle Run Drive 68164 (less than 5 minutes from the church) I have been doing this project with youth and the residents for the past three years. The residents absolutely love having us there! Please e-mail me to sign up….. Any questions let me know.
PRAYER MATTERS
Eleanor Davis is hospitalized with continuing heart problems.
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Gina Hansen is receiving cancer treatment.
Others being treated for cancer include: Molly Scritchfield’s Dad, Bruce; Sara Keim’s friend, Geri; Kevin Kathka’s mother, Deb.
Dee Harold’s sister-in-law, Sharon, is critically ill.
Virginia Hatcher’s father is recovering from surgery.
Bruce & Nancy Davis great nephew, John, is an NICU patient n Houston, Texas,
Kathy Raabe is waiting for test results.
Shawna Rector is scheduled for an MRI on knee, October 15.
We extend our sympathy to Kim and Michaela Christensen. Michaela’s grandmother has passed away, as has Kim’s uncle.
Please Pray with Nancy:
God, we bring to you these people who are finding life to be difficult today. We pray the blessings of your Holy Spirit on them and their families. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Paul pumped up the church in Thessalonica with this encouragement:
We also constantly give thanks to God for this, that when you received the word of God that you heard from us, you accepted it not as a human word, but as what it really is, God’s word, which is also at work in you believers.
1 Thessalonians 2:13
BRD
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 18, 5:00
Sunday, October 19, 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce preaching: IN BETTER HANDS
Our text will be the 5th chapter of Luke’s gospel, verses 17-26
The sermon will feature Heather Doll and Craig Bence singing two Natalie Grant songs: IN BETTER HANDS and HELD.
We’ll be seeing the first in a series of six videos produced by the Reckless Abandon Players: THE ACTS 10 GYM: Pumping Up With Hans & Franz.. The cast includes Adrian Alvarez, Greg Albertson, Mandy Barkhaus and Bob Davis. Donna Trombla is behind the camera.
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SHARING THE GOSPEL WITH ST. ANDREW’S GEAR!
Order your St. Andrew’s shirts today by going to the St. Andrew’s webpage http://www.standrewsomaha.net/ . On the home page look at the bottom left hand corner under the UPCOMING EVENTS scroll down to the dates Oct 1 –Nov 1 and click on Order St. Andrew’s Gear (you will be paying via PayPal). Order forms will also be available at the youth table located in the Rotunda. If you have any questions feel free to call me or send me an e-mail bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net . Come check out the shirt samples at the youth table they look great!
Tomorrow: DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages.
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PIZZA WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, October 18, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
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READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
Colossians Isaiah
10/12 4 39, 40
1 Thessalonians
10/13 1 41, 42
10/14 2 43, 44
10/15 3 45, 46
10/16 4 47, 48, 49
10/17 5 50, 51, 52
2 Thessalonians
10/18 1 53, 54, 55
10/19 2 56, 57, 58
10/20 3 59, 60, 61
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Colossians 4 is such wonderful material. Let’s read verse 4-7
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be know to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Lord God, I thank you for a grace-filled weekend at St. Andrew’s. Where hearts are troubled out there, we ask for the gift of peace. May worry be displaced by THANKSGIVING! Guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Amen.
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 18, 5:00
Sunday, October 19, 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce preaching: IN BETTER HANDS
Our text will be the 5th chapter of Luke’s gospel, verses 17-26
The sermon will feature Heather Doll and Craig Bence singing two Natalie Grant songs: IN BETTER HANDS and HELD.
We’ll be seeing the first in a series of six videos produced by the Reckless Abandon Players: THE ACTS 10 GYM: Pumping Up With Hans & Franz.. The cast includes Adrian Alvarez, Greg Albertson, Mandy Barkhaus and Bob Davis. Donna Trombla is behind the camera.
*
SHARING THE GOSPEL WITH ST. ANDREW’S GEAR!
Order your St. Andrew’s shirts today by going to the St. Andrew’s webpage http://www.standrewsomaha.net/ . On the home page look at the bottom left hand corner under the UPCOMING EVENTS scroll down to the dates Oct 1 –Nov 1 and click on Order St. Andrew’s Gear (you will be paying via PayPal). Order forms will also be available at the youth table located in the Rotunda. If you have any questions feel free to call me or send me an e-mail bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net . Come check out the shirt samples at the youth table they look great!
Tomorrow: DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages.
*
PIZZA WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, October 18, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
*
READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
Colossians Isaiah
10/12 4 39, 40
1 Thessalonians
10/13 1 41, 42
10/14 2 43, 44
10/15 3 45, 46
10/16 4 47, 48, 49
10/17 5 50, 51, 52
2 Thessalonians
10/18 1 53, 54, 55
10/19 2 56, 57, 58
10/20 3 59, 60, 61
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Colossians 4 is such wonderful material. Let’s read verse 4-7
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be know to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Lord God, I thank you for a grace-filled weekend at St. Andrew’s. Where hearts are troubled out there, we ask for the gift of peace. May worry be displaced by THANKSGIVING! Guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Amen.
BRD
There is no place like Nebraska
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 11, 5:00
Sunday, October 12, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: WHO’S WATCHING YOU?
Music will include From A Distance, sung by Pam Fleury/
It’s a BREAKFAST CLUB SUNDAY. Pancakes will be served by the DINNER/DANCE/AUCTION crew. “Come hungry for the word and for pancakes, leave with a full soul and stomach.”
Fun and fellowship activities are available for infants-2nd grades at our 5:00 Saturday Service. Child Care is available during out 8:30 Sunday Service, and Sunday School for all ages at our 10:00 Sunday Service.
Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
*
I dreamed about baseball gloves last night. Perhaps it had something to do with a catch not made in left field in Dodger Stadium last night. I fell asleep in the 4th quarter of the football game. The Huskers had taken the lead by the time I zoned out, and I was pleased this morning to see they held on for an important victory. Yes, I am a University of Missouri alum, but I am pragmatic enough to understand that Nebraska football success translates into a better mood for most everyone in this state, including our Saints of Andrew. So this is my football fight song: There Is No Place Like Nebraska!
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THIS TUESDAY: DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
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TWO ITEMS FROM MUSIC DIRECTOR ADAM WITTE:
The annual CHRISTMAS CANTATA is fast approaching! We will be presenting a new cantata entitled "The Promise of Light" this year--the arrangements are both uplifting and fun. As always, you do not have to be a member of the St. Andrew's Singers to join us for this musical project; simply come to rehearsal and we will get you plugged in. Rehearsals begin Wednesday night, October 21st, from 6:30-7:15 in the Sanctuary; we will share the cantata in worship on Dec. 12th and 13th.
Also, you may have noticed a new link on the St. Andrew's website (http://www.standrewsomaha.net/) -- in the middle of the bottom of the page, there is a link to my new blog. In my own personal effort to 'pump up' my spiritual life, I will be using this blog as a forum to explore issues pertaining to faith, church, music, and the relationships between them. The first monthly post contains my thoughts on our use of music--especially mainstream, secular music--during services here. If you're interested, check it out at http://adamwitte.blogspot.com/ -- reader comments are always welcome. If you have a specific topic you'd like to have me examine/write about, feel free to drop me an e-line at awitte@standrewsomaha.net.
*
CONGRATULATIONS TO JOHN & WHITNEY EDEN AT THE BIRTH OF A BABY GIRL!
In other matters of pastoral concern: The news from Susan Harrison’s surgical procedure is encouraging….Lois Redding is hospitalized at Methodist. And it looks like Eleanor Davis has been readmitted to Methodist.
*
Will you pray with me?
Lord God, I ask your blessings on St. Andrew’s as we go into this weekend. Be with Nancy as she brings us a message driven by your inspiration. May those who teach, teach with insight! May those who sing, sing with joy! May those who come seeking find what they need. Let us all be joined as one body in praise of you. I ask in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Colossians 2:6-7
As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 11, 5:00
Sunday, October 12, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: WHO’S WATCHING YOU?
Music will include From A Distance, sung by Pam Fleury/
It’s a BREAKFAST CLUB SUNDAY. Pancakes will be served by the DINNER/DANCE/AUCTION crew. “Come hungry for the word and for pancakes, leave with a full soul and stomach.”
Fun and fellowship activities are available for infants-2nd grades at our 5:00 Saturday Service. Child Care is available during out 8:30 Sunday Service, and Sunday School for all ages at our 10:00 Sunday Service.
Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
*
I dreamed about baseball gloves last night. Perhaps it had something to do with a catch not made in left field in Dodger Stadium last night. I fell asleep in the 4th quarter of the football game. The Huskers had taken the lead by the time I zoned out, and I was pleased this morning to see they held on for an important victory. Yes, I am a University of Missouri alum, but I am pragmatic enough to understand that Nebraska football success translates into a better mood for most everyone in this state, including our Saints of Andrew. So this is my football fight song: There Is No Place Like Nebraska!
*
THIS TUESDAY: DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
*
TWO ITEMS FROM MUSIC DIRECTOR ADAM WITTE:
The annual CHRISTMAS CANTATA is fast approaching! We will be presenting a new cantata entitled "The Promise of Light" this year--the arrangements are both uplifting and fun. As always, you do not have to be a member of the St. Andrew's Singers to join us for this musical project; simply come to rehearsal and we will get you plugged in. Rehearsals begin Wednesday night, October 21st, from 6:30-7:15 in the Sanctuary; we will share the cantata in worship on Dec. 12th and 13th.
Also, you may have noticed a new link on the St. Andrew's website (http://www.standrewsomaha.net/) -- in the middle of the bottom of the page, there is a link to my new blog. In my own personal effort to 'pump up' my spiritual life, I will be using this blog as a forum to explore issues pertaining to faith, church, music, and the relationships between them. The first monthly post contains my thoughts on our use of music--especially mainstream, secular music--during services here. If you're interested, check it out at http://adamwitte.blogspot.com/ -- reader comments are always welcome. If you have a specific topic you'd like to have me examine/write about, feel free to drop me an e-line at awitte@standrewsomaha.net.
*
CONGRATULATIONS TO JOHN & WHITNEY EDEN AT THE BIRTH OF A BABY GIRL!
In other matters of pastoral concern: The news from Susan Harrison’s surgical procedure is encouraging….Lois Redding is hospitalized at Methodist. And it looks like Eleanor Davis has been readmitted to Methodist.
*
Will you pray with me?
Lord God, I ask your blessings on St. Andrew’s as we go into this weekend. Be with Nancy as she brings us a message driven by your inspiration. May those who teach, teach with insight! May those who sing, sing with joy! May those who come seeking find what they need. Let us all be joined as one body in praise of you. I ask in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Colossians 2:6-7
As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.
BRD
Gas Grilling
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 11, 5:00
Sunday, October 12, 8:30 & 10:00
The title of Nancy’s message is “Who’s Watching You?” In this world of security cameras and video surveillance we may get nervous and anxious about this question. But when we think about God’s watchful care over us, we can quiet our fears. Pam Fleury will sing “From A Distance”.
Fun and fellowship activities are available for infants-2nd grades at our 5:00 Saturday Service. Child Care is available during out 8:30 Sunday Service, and Sunday School for all ages at our 10:00 Sunday Service.
Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
*
I just finished re-reading Evan Connell’s classing telling of the Custer debacle at the Little Bighorn: SON OF THE MORNING STAR. If you have any interest in the American West, this is one of the best books ever written on the subject. And I love the way this guy writes.
*
Every day brings us closer to the 2009 edition of the St. Andrew’s Dinner/Dance/Auction. Three auctions ago, Nancy put in a bid on a grill.
I realized, only after she’d come in with the high bid, that it was a gas grill. I had never cooked on a gas grill and wasn’t sure I wanted to, so it sat unused on the deck. But somehow, last year, we wound up auctioning off GAS GRILLING WITH BRUCE AND NANCY. One of the excuses I’d used for NOT firing up the grill had gone away with Eric and Rebecca Ptschmann gave me a tank of propane. Anyway, GAS GRILLING WITH BRUCE AND NANCY got bid on, whereupon I decided I’d better learn how to use the thing. Much to my surprise, I’ve found I really enjoy gas grilling. The winning couple, Gil and Nina Head, were over last weekend, and I cooked up some pork steaks that may have been my successful grilling venture yet. What I’m trying to say is: THE DINNER/DANCE/AUCTION CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE! This year’s event is scheduled for Friday evening, November 20. Again this year, we’re at Champions Run Country Club. Corey and Shawna Rector will be our hosts. Tickets are on sale in the Rotunda. Maybe you’ve got something you could donate for auction? Corey and Shawna would love to talk with you about that.
In coming weeks, you’re going to be hearing a lot about THE ACTS 10 GYM.
It’s a way of connecting us to the spiritual discipline of Cornelius, who we meet in the 10th chapter of Acts. Cornelius practiced PRAYER, GIVING and INVITATION. We’re going to start rolling this out, weekend after next. In the paragraph below, Nancy tells about the Prayer Component:
FROM NANCY DAVIS: On the weekend of October 17 and 18 you will find in our bulletin a four-week calendar that your family can use as a stewardship reminder. The emphasis is on the importance of prayer when we consider how we will share our resources for God’s ministry here at home and in the world. You will be asked to have a designated container of some kind in your home and each day you will put coins into the container depending on the instructions for that day. For example, “place a dime in the container today for each person in your family”. Then there will be a prayer for family members to say together to remind everyone of the blessings we have and where those blessings have come from. You can bring your container to worship each weekend during the period. We will have larger containers in the rotunda for each week and we can watch our offerings grow. All money collected for this project will go to the Open Door Mission to support all the good work that is done there on behalf of homeless and financially struggling families in our community. Watch for this calendar and make this a fun project for your whole family. And remember, as you consider your gift to your church family at St. Andrews for the new year, just how vital prayer is when we are making such decisions.
WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP!
*
PIZZA WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, October 18, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
*
PRAYER MATTERS:
Eleanor Davis is dealing with continuing heart problems.
Gina Hansen is receiving treatment for cancer.
Others going through cancer treatment: Molly Scritchfield’s dad, Bruce; Kevin Kathka’s mother, Deb.
Susan Harrison is scheduled for surgery today, October 7th.
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Scott Hansen asks prayers for his friend David, recuperating from stroke.
Dee Harold’s sister-in-law, Sharon, is critically ill.
Virginia Hatcher asks prayer for her father, who is to undergo surgery on October 13th.
John Linville asks us to remember his co-worker, Scott, at the death of Scott’s father.
Please pray with Nancy: God, we lift to you the names of these persons, as well as their family members. May they each feel the strengthening power of your Holy Spirit in their lives today. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
*
Let’s close with this reading from Paul’s letter to the Philippians, chapter 2, verse 1-5,
If then there is any encouragement in Christ, any consolation from love, any sharing in the Spirit, any compassion and sympathy, make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others. Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus....
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, October 11, 5:00
Sunday, October 12, 8:30 & 10:00
The title of Nancy’s message is “Who’s Watching You?” In this world of security cameras and video surveillance we may get nervous and anxious about this question. But when we think about God’s watchful care over us, we can quiet our fears. Pam Fleury will sing “From A Distance”.
Fun and fellowship activities are available for infants-2nd grades at our 5:00 Saturday Service. Child Care is available during out 8:30 Sunday Service, and Sunday School for all ages at our 10:00 Sunday Service.
Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
*
I just finished re-reading Evan Connell’s classing telling of the Custer debacle at the Little Bighorn: SON OF THE MORNING STAR. If you have any interest in the American West, this is one of the best books ever written on the subject. And I love the way this guy writes.
*
Every day brings us closer to the 2009 edition of the St. Andrew’s Dinner/Dance/Auction. Three auctions ago, Nancy put in a bid on a grill.
I realized, only after she’d come in with the high bid, that it was a gas grill. I had never cooked on a gas grill and wasn’t sure I wanted to, so it sat unused on the deck. But somehow, last year, we wound up auctioning off GAS GRILLING WITH BRUCE AND NANCY. One of the excuses I’d used for NOT firing up the grill had gone away with Eric and Rebecca Ptschmann gave me a tank of propane. Anyway, GAS GRILLING WITH BRUCE AND NANCY got bid on, whereupon I decided I’d better learn how to use the thing. Much to my surprise, I’ve found I really enjoy gas grilling. The winning couple, Gil and Nina Head, were over last weekend, and I cooked up some pork steaks that may have been my successful grilling venture yet. What I’m trying to say is: THE DINNER/DANCE/AUCTION CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE! This year’s event is scheduled for Friday evening, November 20. Again this year, we’re at Champions Run Country Club. Corey and Shawna Rector will be our hosts. Tickets are on sale in the Rotunda. Maybe you’ve got something you could donate for auction? Corey and Shawna would love to talk with you about that.
In coming weeks, you’re going to be hearing a lot about THE ACTS 10 GYM.
It’s a way of connecting us to the spiritual discipline of Cornelius, who we meet in the 10th chapter of Acts. Cornelius practiced PRAYER, GIVING and INVITATION. We’re going to start rolling this out, weekend after next. In the paragraph below, Nancy tells about the Prayer Component:
FROM NANCY DAVIS: On the weekend of October 17 and 18 you will find in our bulletin a four-week calendar that your family can use as a stewardship reminder. The emphasis is on the importance of prayer when we consider how we will share our resources for God’s ministry here at home and in the world. You will be asked to have a designated container of some kind in your home and each day you will put coins into the container depending on the instructions for that day. For example, “place a dime in the container today for each person in your family”. Then there will be a prayer for family members to say together to remind everyone of the blessings we have and where those blessings have come from. You can bring your container to worship each weekend during the period. We will have larger containers in the rotunda for each week and we can watch our offerings grow. All money collected for this project will go to the Open Door Mission to support all the good work that is done there on behalf of homeless and financially struggling families in our community. Watch for this calendar and make this a fun project for your whole family. And remember, as you consider your gift to your church family at St. Andrews for the new year, just how vital prayer is when we are making such decisions.
WE WANT TO PUMP YOU UP!
*
PIZZA WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, October 18, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
*
PRAYER MATTERS:
Eleanor Davis is dealing with continuing heart problems.
Gina Hansen is receiving treatment for cancer.
Others going through cancer treatment: Molly Scritchfield’s dad, Bruce; Kevin Kathka’s mother, Deb.
Susan Harrison is scheduled for surgery today, October 7th.
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Scott Hansen asks prayers for his friend David, recuperating from stroke.
Dee Harold’s sister-in-law, Sharon, is critically ill.
Virginia Hatcher asks prayer for her father, who is to undergo surgery on October 13th.
John Linville asks us to remember his co-worker, Scott, at the death of Scott’s father.
Please pray with Nancy: God, we lift to you the names of these persons, as well as their family members. May they each feel the strengthening power of your Holy Spirit in their lives today. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
*
Let’s close with this reading from Paul’s letter to the Philippians, chapter 2, verse 1-5,
If then there is any encouragement in Christ, any consolation from love, any sharing in the Spirit, any compassion and sympathy, make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others. Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus....
BRD
Baseball
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
We welcome new readers to StAndrewsMail where all the news is good. If you ever want off the list, just let us know!
*
OUR NEWEST MEMBERS:
Carolyn Stuwe--Carolyn is the music teacher for Bennington Schools.
Andy Frost--Andy is a risk mitigation specialist at Paypal and is engaged to be married to Vie Valenzuela.
Kathy Grover Kathy is a speech pathologist for Westside Schools and is married to Bill Grover.
*
On Saturday, we were blessed to baptize GABRIELLA ELIZABETH ROWE, daughter of Jason & Kristi.
*THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, October 10, 5:00
Sunday, October 11, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy Davis preaching:WHO’S WATCHING YOU?
Music will include Pam Fleury singing, FROM A DISTANCE
*
We have a lot of baseball fans among our readership. A good number of them will be following their favorite teams in the play-offs. Terry Mallott, for instance, is a big Red Sox fan. Mel May roots for the Phillies. Tomorrow will be tense for Ron Cardey (Twins) and Jeff Hatcher (Tigers). C. Todd Cook inexplicably counts himself a Yankees fan. We have a lot of Cubs loyalists out there, too. What did you expect when you signed Milton Bradley? As veteran readers know, I am a BIG St. Louis Cardinals fan. It’s the tribe of my childhood. These late games in LA will be hard on me. I’m an early-to-bed/early-to-rise Methodist, but there’s no chance of going to sleep while the Cardinals are playing post-season baseball. I’d be interested in knowing who some of you will be rooting for. In a nod to our Kansas City constituency, it will be a crime if Zach Greinke doesn’t get the AL Cy Young award. I’m excited about the O-Royals plans to build in Sarpy County. I don’t suppose St. Andrew’s could afford naming rights, but maybe we could rent an outfield billboard location?
*
St. Andrew’s Gear: Order your St. Andrew’s Gear today and help spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ! We are offering St. Andrew’s t-shirts, long-sleeve t-shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies. They come in blue and a dark heather gray, with the St. Andrew’s logo on front and the mission statement on back (optional). The blue gear comes in youth sizes 4-6, 8-10, 12-14 and adult sizes S-XXXL. The gray gear comes in adult sizes only. Order/Pay online or stop by the table in the rotunda to pick up an order form (shirt examples are on the table to view as well). ?’s Contact Mandy or Bob at 431-8560.
*
Christian Dexter Benefit:
What: Lunch Benefit/Auction/Blood Drive for Christian Dexter (2 year old diagnosed with Leukemia)
When: right after church on Sunday, October 18th
Place: Family Life Center
?’s Contact: Mandy at: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net
http://www.christiandexter.com/
Please click here and enter the sponsor code 745, or call 1.800.GIVE.LIFE (1.800.448.3543) to schedule your blood donation appointment.
*
From BOB DAVIS: SENIOR HIGH SECRET SERVICE PROJECT UPDATE: A few of our senior high youth had a wonderful day yesterday volunteering at Camp Fontanelle! The camp relies on volunteers to run several of the camp activities. Every year Camp Fontanelle has an amazing Corn Maze for kids and adults to enjoy along with hayrack rides, a pumpkin patch, petting barn and several other family fun activities. To learn more about a great Methodist camp visit their website: http://www.campfontanelle.com/ . If you go to the Corn Maze part of the website you can find a dollar of coupon for the maze.
DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
*
CINDY SEVEDGE writes: Faith Circle (United Methodist Women) is meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 6:30-7:30 pm at the church. Please join us in our "Aunt Faith" project this month - making fleece blankets for Divorce Care Kids. If you are new to St. Andrews, this is a wonderful group of ladies who would love to reach out to you in friendship!
*
READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Philippians Isaiah
10/5 1 23, 24, 25
10/6 2 26, 27
10/7 3 28, 29
10/8 4 30, 31
Colossians
10/9 1 32, 33
10/10 2 34, 35, 36
10/11 3 37, 38
10/12 4 39, 40
Philippians 1:3
I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you, because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ.
Let’s pray
Lord God, I give thanks as I remember the great people of St. Andrew’s--from charter members of the congregation to those who joined the congregation just this past weekend. St. Andrew’s mission, from Day 1, has been SHARING THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST. Give us the grace to keep up the good work! AMEN!.
*
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
We welcome new readers to StAndrewsMail where all the news is good. If you ever want off the list, just let us know!
*
OUR NEWEST MEMBERS:
Carolyn Stuwe--Carolyn is the music teacher for Bennington Schools.
Andy Frost--Andy is a risk mitigation specialist at Paypal and is engaged to be married to Vie Valenzuela.
Kathy Grover Kathy is a speech pathologist for Westside Schools and is married to Bill Grover.
*
On Saturday, we were blessed to baptize GABRIELLA ELIZABETH ROWE, daughter of Jason & Kristi.
*THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, October 10, 5:00
Sunday, October 11, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy Davis preaching:WHO’S WATCHING YOU?
Music will include Pam Fleury singing, FROM A DISTANCE
*
We have a lot of baseball fans among our readership. A good number of them will be following their favorite teams in the play-offs. Terry Mallott, for instance, is a big Red Sox fan. Mel May roots for the Phillies. Tomorrow will be tense for Ron Cardey (Twins) and Jeff Hatcher (Tigers). C. Todd Cook inexplicably counts himself a Yankees fan. We have a lot of Cubs loyalists out there, too. What did you expect when you signed Milton Bradley? As veteran readers know, I am a BIG St. Louis Cardinals fan. It’s the tribe of my childhood. These late games in LA will be hard on me. I’m an early-to-bed/early-to-rise Methodist, but there’s no chance of going to sleep while the Cardinals are playing post-season baseball. I’d be interested in knowing who some of you will be rooting for. In a nod to our Kansas City constituency, it will be a crime if Zach Greinke doesn’t get the AL Cy Young award. I’m excited about the O-Royals plans to build in Sarpy County. I don’t suppose St. Andrew’s could afford naming rights, but maybe we could rent an outfield billboard location?
*
St. Andrew’s Gear: Order your St. Andrew’s Gear today and help spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ! We are offering St. Andrew’s t-shirts, long-sleeve t-shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies. They come in blue and a dark heather gray, with the St. Andrew’s logo on front and the mission statement on back (optional). The blue gear comes in youth sizes 4-6, 8-10, 12-14 and adult sizes S-XXXL. The gray gear comes in adult sizes only. Order/Pay online or stop by the table in the rotunda to pick up an order form (shirt examples are on the table to view as well). ?’s Contact Mandy or Bob at 431-8560.
*
Christian Dexter Benefit:
What: Lunch Benefit/Auction/Blood Drive for Christian Dexter (2 year old diagnosed with Leukemia)
When: right after church on Sunday, October 18th
Place: Family Life Center
?’s Contact: Mandy at: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net
http://www.christiandexter.com/
Please click here and enter the sponsor code 745, or call 1.800.GIVE.LIFE (1.800.448.3543) to schedule your blood donation appointment.
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From BOB DAVIS: SENIOR HIGH SECRET SERVICE PROJECT UPDATE: A few of our senior high youth had a wonderful day yesterday volunteering at Camp Fontanelle! The camp relies on volunteers to run several of the camp activities. Every year Camp Fontanelle has an amazing Corn Maze for kids and adults to enjoy along with hayrack rides, a pumpkin patch, petting barn and several other family fun activities. To learn more about a great Methodist camp visit their website: http://www.campfontanelle.com/ . If you go to the Corn Maze part of the website you can find a dollar of coupon for the maze.
DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
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CINDY SEVEDGE writes: Faith Circle (United Methodist Women) is meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 6:30-7:30 pm at the church. Please join us in our "Aunt Faith" project this month - making fleece blankets for Divorce Care Kids. If you are new to St. Andrews, this is a wonderful group of ladies who would love to reach out to you in friendship!
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READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Philippians Isaiah
10/5 1 23, 24, 25
10/6 2 26, 27
10/7 3 28, 29
10/8 4 30, 31
Colossians
10/9 1 32, 33
10/10 2 34, 35, 36
10/11 3 37, 38
10/12 4 39, 40
Philippians 1:3
I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you, because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ.
Let’s pray
Lord God, I give thanks as I remember the great people of St. Andrew’s--from charter members of the congregation to those who joined the congregation just this past weekend. St. Andrew’s mission, from Day 1, has been SHARING THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST. Give us the grace to keep up the good work! AMEN!.
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BRD
Harvest Boutique
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
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From Diane Moore and Marsha Eurek:
Sat. Oct 3rd is our 13th Annual Fall Boutique! We encourage all of our church members to support this great event. The profits are used for various mission projects in our local church, city, in Nebraska and World-Wide. Everyone can contribute baked goods, come for lunch at noon, and volunteer your time on Fri morning or on Saturday. Volunteering your time at an event such as this is a great way to get to know other members of our church family. Please, join us!
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THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, October 3, 5:00
Sunday, October 4, 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce preaching: ONE MORNING IN BORDEAUX
A Sermon On Our Mission To Children
With lots of pictures from France, Vienna and Omaha.
Greg Witte will sing SUNRISE, SUNSET in all three services.
Introducing SHARING THE GOSPEL THROUGH ST. ANDREW’S GEAR
The Ohbladi Ohblada Singers will reprise their song.
The Bells will be with us on Sunday.
All who attend will be invited to share in the Lord’s Supper.
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
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From Mandy Barkhaus: DIAMONDS AND DUNGAREES: I know Bruce is working on his donation (thanks to a preview during our staff meeting yesterday), but how about you? Donations are being accepted now for the annual Dinner-Dance-Auction set for November 20th. And it’s not too late to get your tickets for the early bird drawing. Buy them online today (standrewsomaha.net)!! ?’s contact: Shawna or Corey Rector shawnarector @cox.net or Mandy Barkhaus mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net
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Christian Dexter Benefit/Blood Drive Christian Bradley Dexter was diagnosed with Leukemia on July 14, 2009. Christian is the 2 1/2 year old son of Brad and Janelle Dexter. The treatment plan (3 years) will be very costly. Please help our members, Brad and Janelle as they struggle with this financial impact. You can support them by attending the lunch on Sunday October 18th at St. Andrew’s; lunch will be served immediately after the 10:00 service. There will also be a silent auction, face painting, and bounce house! Christian’s treatment has included and will include many more blood transfusions. Sign-up for the Blood Drive on Oct. 18th to help him and others in need of blood. ?’s or to donate contact: Mandy Barkhaus at: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net or 431-8560 ext. 23
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PIZZA WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, October 18, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
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PRAYER MATTERS:
We extend our sympathy to Shari Degroot, Mary Dougherty and their family at the passing of Shari’s mother, Louise Converse.
Eleanor Davis is hospitalized at Methodist.
Gina Hansen is scheduled for surgery on October 1st.
Susan Harrison is scheduled for surgery on October 7
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Don Carmichael remains in hospice care.
Kevin Kathka’s mother is receiving cancer treatment, as are Kathy Radachi’s friend, Linda, and Molly Scritchfield’s father, Bruce.
Scott Hansen asks us to remember his friend, David, recuperating from stroke.
Wade & Christine Behlen ask us to remember their friend, Jason, recovering from a stroke.
Dee Harold’s sister-in-law, Sharon, is critically ill.
Let’s close today with this wonderful reading from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, chapter 3, starting at verse 14:
For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth takes its name. I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, he may grant that you may be strengthened in your inner being with power through his Spirit, and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love.
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: http://www.standrewsomaha.net/
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
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From Diane Moore and Marsha Eurek:
Sat. Oct 3rd is our 13th Annual Fall Boutique! We encourage all of our church members to support this great event. The profits are used for various mission projects in our local church, city, in Nebraska and World-Wide. Everyone can contribute baked goods, come for lunch at noon, and volunteer your time on Fri morning or on Saturday. Volunteering your time at an event such as this is a great way to get to know other members of our church family. Please, join us!
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THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, October 3, 5:00
Sunday, October 4, 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce preaching: ONE MORNING IN BORDEAUX
A Sermon On Our Mission To Children
With lots of pictures from France, Vienna and Omaha.
Greg Witte will sing SUNRISE, SUNSET in all three services.
Introducing SHARING THE GOSPEL THROUGH ST. ANDREW’S GEAR
The Ohbladi Ohblada Singers will reprise their song.
The Bells will be with us on Sunday.
All who attend will be invited to share in the Lord’s Supper.
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
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From Mandy Barkhaus: DIAMONDS AND DUNGAREES: I know Bruce is working on his donation (thanks to a preview during our staff meeting yesterday), but how about you? Donations are being accepted now for the annual Dinner-Dance-Auction set for November 20th. And it’s not too late to get your tickets for the early bird drawing. Buy them online today (standrewsomaha.net)!! ?’s contact: Shawna or Corey Rector shawnarector @cox.net or Mandy Barkhaus mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net
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Christian Dexter Benefit/Blood Drive Christian Bradley Dexter was diagnosed with Leukemia on July 14, 2009. Christian is the 2 1/2 year old son of Brad and Janelle Dexter. The treatment plan (3 years) will be very costly. Please help our members, Brad and Janelle as they struggle with this financial impact. You can support them by attending the lunch on Sunday October 18th at St. Andrew’s; lunch will be served immediately after the 10:00 service. There will also be a silent auction, face painting, and bounce house! Christian’s treatment has included and will include many more blood transfusions. Sign-up for the Blood Drive on Oct. 18th to help him and others in need of blood. ?’s or to donate contact: Mandy Barkhaus at: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net or 431-8560 ext. 23
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PIZZA WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, October 18, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
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PRAYER MATTERS:
We extend our sympathy to Shari Degroot, Mary Dougherty and their family at the passing of Shari’s mother, Louise Converse.
Eleanor Davis is hospitalized at Methodist.
Gina Hansen is scheduled for surgery on October 1st.
Susan Harrison is scheduled for surgery on October 7
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Don Carmichael remains in hospice care.
Kevin Kathka’s mother is receiving cancer treatment, as are Kathy Radachi’s friend, Linda, and Molly Scritchfield’s father, Bruce.
Scott Hansen asks us to remember his friend, David, recuperating from stroke.
Wade & Christine Behlen ask us to remember their friend, Jason, recovering from a stroke.
Dee Harold’s sister-in-law, Sharon, is critically ill.
Let’s close today with this wonderful reading from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, chapter 3, starting at verse 14:
For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth takes its name. I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, he may grant that you may be strengthened in your inner being with power through his Spirit, and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love.
BRD
Dogzilla
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
We welcome new readers to StAndrewsMail! If you ever want off the list, just let us know. If you like receiving these things, say a prayer for us! That’s the only subscription we ask.
THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, September 26, 5:00
Sunday, September 27, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: THAT’S LIFE
A Message for People of all Ages and Stages of Life on How To Get Older Without Getting Old.
St. Andrew’s is proud to present new Bibles to all the third graders this coming Sunday at the 10:00 service. This is a custom and honor in the United Methodist Church. Parents and children report to the Family Life Center at 9:45 to line up alphabetically. We will have the presentation near the beginning of the service so children can be dismissed to their classes and start using their new Bibles!
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
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Nancy and I are just back from lunch at Fuddruckers. Have you ever tried their Dogzilla? It’s more a sausage than hot-dog. Add some relish and mustard. Yum!
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HARVEST BOUTIQUE: The annual All-Church Harvest Boutique is Saturday, October 3, 2009. Last year we attracted over 1,400 people and raised over $8,000 through the generous donation of time and efforts from our volunteers. Proceeds are used for various projects here at St. Andrew’s as well as local and international mission’s projects. We will need volunteers to make our event a success. There is something for everyone. Volunteer sign ups are underway at the table in the Rotunda. Please drop by and see how you can help us have another successful boutique.
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DIAMONDS & DUNGAREES
Did you know that it’s not too late to get your tickets for the ‘EARLY BIRD SPECIAL’ for the annual DINNER-DANCE-AUCTION? Get your tickets by October 3rd for your chance to win a Melting Pot gift certificate.
Did you know that you can buy your tickets online right now!!! Visit standrewsomaha.net to purchase them today.
Did you know that the auction is scheduled for November 20th?
Did you know that you can drop your donations off anytime at the church office or at the auction table in the rotunda?
Did you know that without your help the auction can not be a success? Come, donate, and help raise money for St. Andrew’s all while having fun!
?’s contact Shawna or Corey Rector shawnarector@cox.net or coreyrector@cox.net
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FROM DIANA FAUST:
Presentation on the Book of Esther
Monday, Oct. 5 @ 7 p.m.
The Book of Esther tells the story of Queen Esther and her uncle Mordecai and how they rescued the Jews of the Persian Empire from destruction at the hands of the despicable Haman. However, it never mentions God, Jewish law, the Temple, or anything else we might expect in a biblical book. Why is Esther in the Bible? What is its message? Why should Christians read it? Sidnie White Crawford, from the Department of Classics and Religious Studies at UNL, will be our guest speaker. Invite your friends to come and have your questions answered!
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Attention members of BLT’s (Boomers Laughing Together): This is the last weekend to reserve your spot for the Fremont Dinner Train Murder Mystery Trip to be held Sunday afternoon, October 11. This activity will include an 18-mile round trip train ride amid the fall trees, a participatory murder mystery to solve and a 3-course meal. Send your check for $56.35 per person to Nancy Balm (phone 991-5326) or give it to Debi Lees near the BLT board in the rotunda on Sunday.
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Two Items From Bob “The Youth Guy” Davis:
Reporting on our first senior high SECRET SERVICE PROJECT……..We took a group of kids out to Royal Oaks retirement community in north Omaha last Sunday. The kids had a great time interacting with the residents. The fun part for me is the kids have no idea what the service project is going to be until we show up at the site. They were all trying to guess where we were going, it was fun. We played T-Ball with the residents after they hit the ball we would serve as their designated runners (lots of laughter). Our next SECRET SERVICE PROJECT will be on Sunday, October 4 (12pm to 4:30pm).
DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
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BIG NEWS FROM THE BIG GARDEN:
Our Big Garden crew reports that as of September 22 we have sent 2531.5 pounds of fresh vegetables to the Food Bank! Thanks a TON to everyone who has been involved in this project. Look for even more garden news in the new year.
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From Business Administrator HEATHER DOLL: We are in need of some help counting the offering on Monday mornings. This is a once a month commitment for about 1 hour. Three additional counters are needed, we especially need 2 people for the 3rd Monday of the month at 8:00 or 8:30, whichever works best for your schedule. Please contact me at hdoll@standrewsomaha.net
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MICHELLE PETERSON writes: If you ordered cookie dough from Patience Circle it will be here this weekend. Please stop by the table after any service to take your cookie dough home. If you are unable to be here this weekend, your order will be in the kitchen freezer. Please pick it up next week. Thank you again for your support of Patience Circle!
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PRAYER MATTERS
We extend the prayers of St. Andrew’s to Mick Atteberry and his family at the passing of his wife, Trish.
Don Carmichael is in hospice care.
Molly Scritchfield’s Dad, Bruce, is receiving cancer treatment.
Also in cancer treatment is Kathy Radachi’s friend Linda.
Wendy Linville asks prayer for Brady, her sister’s grandson, who had surgery yesterday.
Louise Converse, mother Shari Degroot and grandmother of Mary Dougherty, has suffered a severe stroke.
Karen Felderman is scheduled for surgery on September 22.
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Please pray with Nancy:
Heavenly Father, we ask you to bless and comfort those we have named and their family members. May your healing Spirit rest on them. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
We welcome new readers to StAndrewsMail! If you ever want off the list, just let us know. If you like receiving these things, say a prayer for us! That’s the only subscription we ask.
THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, September 26, 5:00
Sunday, September 27, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: THAT’S LIFE
A Message for People of all Ages and Stages of Life on How To Get Older Without Getting Old.
St. Andrew’s is proud to present new Bibles to all the third graders this coming Sunday at the 10:00 service. This is a custom and honor in the United Methodist Church. Parents and children report to the Family Life Center at 9:45 to line up alphabetically. We will have the presentation near the beginning of the service so children can be dismissed to their classes and start using their new Bibles!
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
*
Nancy and I are just back from lunch at Fuddruckers. Have you ever tried their Dogzilla? It’s more a sausage than hot-dog. Add some relish and mustard. Yum!
*
HARVEST BOUTIQUE: The annual All-Church Harvest Boutique is Saturday, October 3, 2009. Last year we attracted over 1,400 people and raised over $8,000 through the generous donation of time and efforts from our volunteers. Proceeds are used for various projects here at St. Andrew’s as well as local and international mission’s projects. We will need volunteers to make our event a success. There is something for everyone. Volunteer sign ups are underway at the table in the Rotunda. Please drop by and see how you can help us have another successful boutique.
*
DIAMONDS & DUNGAREES
Did you know that it’s not too late to get your tickets for the ‘EARLY BIRD SPECIAL’ for the annual DINNER-DANCE-AUCTION? Get your tickets by October 3rd for your chance to win a Melting Pot gift certificate.
Did you know that you can buy your tickets online right now!!! Visit standrewsomaha.net to purchase them today.
Did you know that the auction is scheduled for November 20th?
Did you know that you can drop your donations off anytime at the church office or at the auction table in the rotunda?
Did you know that without your help the auction can not be a success? Come, donate, and help raise money for St. Andrew’s all while having fun!
?’s contact Shawna or Corey Rector shawnarector@cox.net or coreyrector@cox.net
*
FROM DIANA FAUST:
Presentation on the Book of Esther
Monday, Oct. 5 @ 7 p.m.
The Book of Esther tells the story of Queen Esther and her uncle Mordecai and how they rescued the Jews of the Persian Empire from destruction at the hands of the despicable Haman. However, it never mentions God, Jewish law, the Temple, or anything else we might expect in a biblical book. Why is Esther in the Bible? What is its message? Why should Christians read it? Sidnie White Crawford, from the Department of Classics and Religious Studies at UNL, will be our guest speaker. Invite your friends to come and have your questions answered!
*
Attention members of BLT’s (Boomers Laughing Together): This is the last weekend to reserve your spot for the Fremont Dinner Train Murder Mystery Trip to be held Sunday afternoon, October 11. This activity will include an 18-mile round trip train ride amid the fall trees, a participatory murder mystery to solve and a 3-course meal. Send your check for $56.35 per person to Nancy Balm (phone 991-5326) or give it to Debi Lees near the BLT board in the rotunda on Sunday.
*
Two Items From Bob “The Youth Guy” Davis:
Reporting on our first senior high SECRET SERVICE PROJECT……..We took a group of kids out to Royal Oaks retirement community in north Omaha last Sunday. The kids had a great time interacting with the residents. The fun part for me is the kids have no idea what the service project is going to be until we show up at the site. They were all trying to guess where we were going, it was fun. We played T-Ball with the residents after they hit the ball we would serve as their designated runners (lots of laughter). Our next SECRET SERVICE PROJECT will be on Sunday, October 4 (12pm to 4:30pm).
DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
*
BIG NEWS FROM THE BIG GARDEN:
Our Big Garden crew reports that as of September 22 we have sent 2531.5 pounds of fresh vegetables to the Food Bank! Thanks a TON to everyone who has been involved in this project. Look for even more garden news in the new year.
*
From Business Administrator HEATHER DOLL: We are in need of some help counting the offering on Monday mornings. This is a once a month commitment for about 1 hour. Three additional counters are needed, we especially need 2 people for the 3rd Monday of the month at 8:00 or 8:30, whichever works best for your schedule. Please contact me at hdoll@standrewsomaha.net
*
MICHELLE PETERSON writes: If you ordered cookie dough from Patience Circle it will be here this weekend. Please stop by the table after any service to take your cookie dough home. If you are unable to be here this weekend, your order will be in the kitchen freezer. Please pick it up next week. Thank you again for your support of Patience Circle!
*
PRAYER MATTERS
We extend the prayers of St. Andrew’s to Mick Atteberry and his family at the passing of his wife, Trish.
Don Carmichael is in hospice care.
Molly Scritchfield’s Dad, Bruce, is receiving cancer treatment.
Also in cancer treatment is Kathy Radachi’s friend Linda.
Wendy Linville asks prayer for Brady, her sister’s grandson, who had surgery yesterday.
Louise Converse, mother Shari Degroot and grandmother of Mary Dougherty, has suffered a severe stroke.
Karen Felderman is scheduled for surgery on September 22.
Madonna Sappenfield is scheduled for surgery on October 15.
Please pray with Nancy:
Heavenly Father, we ask you to bless and comfort those we have named and their family members. May your healing Spirit rest on them. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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BRD
Monday, September 21, 2009
Monday, September 21
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
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What a memorable weekend! It was wonderful to have The St. Andrew’s Singers back in action. Come join them for practice at 7:00 on Wednesday. And while I expected great things from Emily Koonce and Tara Stark on DEFYING GRAVITY, what they did with the song defied even those high expectations. The vocal performance at least met and perhaps exceeded what was heard at the Orpheum in May. Wow.
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Our newest members are:
TJ Butler and Angie Wroblewski TJ was in the Marine Corps and now works in sales at Nebraska Hearing Instrument. Angie is a manager at Gallup. They are engaged to be married in the spring.
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THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, September 26, 5:00
Sunday, September 27, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: THAT’S LIFE
A message for people of all ages and stages of life on How To Get Older Without Getting Old.
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
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There’s a feature article in the World-Herald today about the new Dean Hollis/Mark Roberts business enterprise: DiVentures. The article can be accessed via the World-Herald web site.
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This is kind of interesting. It was announced over the weekend that, as of 2012, the Nebraska Annual Conference will be sharing a bishop with the Kansas East and Kansas West Conferences. I don’t suppose that will have much of any noticeable effect on St. Andrew’s. I look at a map, though, and it’s a long way from Valentine, Nebraska, to Garden City, Kansas. I don’t envy the bishop who will be asked to cover all that territory, or the folks in Scottsbluff expected to attend a meeting in Topeka or Wichita! As of now, nobody knows where the bishop’s office will be located. The Kansas bishop currently lives in Wichita; the Nebraska bishop resides in Lincoln. I might add that Bishop Sherer retires in 2012, so whoever is covering the area, it won’t be her.
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BOB DAVIS writes:
Parents of youth of all ages please read!
DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
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READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
2 Corinthians Ecclesiastes
9/21 13 7, 8, 9
Galatians
9/22 1 10, 11, 12
Song Of Solomon
9/23 2 1, 2, 3
9/24 3 4, 5
9/25 4 6, 7, 8
Isaiah
9/26 5 1, 2
9/27 6 3, 4
Ephesians
9/28 1 5, 6
9/29 2 7, 8
9/30 3 9, 10
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Let’s pray!
Lord God, I thank you for a GRAVITY-DEFYING weekend at St. Andrew’s. It was a thrill, seeing so many Saints of Andrew renew the covenant we have made with you and with each other. Using language from Acts 10, may our Prayers, Presence, Gifts and Service ascend as a memorial to heaven! You are very good to St. Andrew’s. Amen.
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Septprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
What a memorable weekend! It was wonderful to have The St. Andrew’s Singers back in action. Come join them for practice at 7:00 on Wednesday. And while I expected great things from Emily Koonce and Tara Stark on DEFYING GRAVITY, what they did with the song defied even those high expectations. The vocal performance at least met and perhaps exceeded what was heard at the Orpheum in May. Wow.
*
Our newest members are:
TJ Butler and Angie Wroblewski TJ was in the Marine Corps and now works in sales at Nebraska Hearing Instrument. Angie is a manager at Gallup. They are engaged to be married in the spring.
*
THIS WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, September 26, 5:00
Sunday, September 27, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: THAT’S LIFE
A message for people of all ages and stages of life on How To Get Older Without Getting Old.
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
*
There’s a feature article in the World-Herald today about the new Dean Hollis/Mark Roberts business enterprise: DiVentures. The article can be accessed via the World-Herald web site.
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This is kind of interesting. It was announced over the weekend that, as of 2012, the Nebraska Annual Conference will be sharing a bishop with the Kansas East and Kansas West Conferences. I don’t suppose that will have much of any noticeable effect on St. Andrew’s. I look at a map, though, and it’s a long way from Valentine, Nebraska, to Garden City, Kansas. I don’t envy the bishop who will be asked to cover all that territory, or the folks in Scottsbluff expected to attend a meeting in Topeka or Wichita! As of now, nobody knows where the bishop’s office will be located. The Kansas bishop currently lives in Wichita; the Nebraska bishop resides in Lincoln. I might add that Bishop Sherer retires in 2012, so whoever is covering the area, it won’t be her.
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BOB DAVIS writes:
Parents of youth of all ages please read!
DANGERS OF THE INTERNET! What every parent needs to know! Join us in the sanctuary Tuesday, October 13 (6:30pm -8pm) for a presentation by Bridget Fitzpatrick, and educational specialist with the Omaha Police Department. Ms. Fitzpatrick will show parents how easy their children can gain access to exploitive websites and images (over Facebook, Myspace, and cell phones!). We will be educated on the following topics: Risks and Dangers on the Internet, Signs That Your Child Might Be At Risk, When is Your Child Ready for the Internet, and My Space and Facebook use. The presentation is for adults only and is open to parents with children of any ages. Please RSVP by October 11 by e-mailing Bob at bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net
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READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
2 Corinthians Ecclesiastes
9/21 13 7, 8, 9
Galatians
9/22 1 10, 11, 12
Song Of Solomon
9/23 2 1, 2, 3
9/24 3 4, 5
9/25 4 6, 7, 8
Isaiah
9/26 5 1, 2
9/27 6 3, 4
Ephesians
9/28 1 5, 6
9/29 2 7, 8
9/30 3 9, 10
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Let’s pray!
Lord God, I thank you for a GRAVITY-DEFYING weekend at St. Andrew’s. It was a thrill, seeing so many Saints of Andrew renew the covenant we have made with you and with each other. Using language from Acts 10, may our Prayers, Presence, Gifts and Service ascend as a memorial to heaven! You are very good to St. Andrew’s. Amen.
BRD
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
4 years ago
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Augprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
We welcome new readers to StAndrewsMail. The price of subscription is a prayer! If you ever want off the list, just let us know.
*
THIS IS COVENANT WEEKEND
Saturday, September 19, 5:00
Sunday, September 20, 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce Davis preaching: DEFYING GRAVITY
Emily Koonce and Tara Stark will sing the title song, accompanied by Adam Witte.
The St. Andrew’s Singers will make their fall debut on Sunday, presenting IN THE SANCTUARY. We invite you to join them for practice, Wednesday at 7:00 and sing with us this weekend!
The Saturday Evening Praiseathonics will offer WALK ON WATER!
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
This is the 17th Anniversary of St. Andrew’s CHARTER SUNDAY. In September 1992, the congregation went “on line” as a full-fledged United Methodist congregation. As is our tradition, we’ll invite Saints of Andrew to renew their covenant with God and each other. If you want to see what that looks like, check out the August newsletter, which can accessed by the link posted above.
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Four years ago today was perhaps the strangest day of my life. Nancy and I were packed and ready to leave Springfield, Missouri, to make the move to Omaha. My parents had been living in Springfield the past several years and my dad was clearly nearing the end of his year-long battle with lung cancer. With our stuff loaded on the moving van, Nancy and I spent our last night in Springfield in a motel. We went by my parents’ place to say goodbye. Dad and I had a long talk in his room. He wasn’t concerned about his own life, at this point, but about my mother. I assured him everything was thought through. Nancy and I went back to the motel. I woke up the next morning, went to pick up the cats at the kitty boarding house. While there, I received a call from Nancy who told me mother had just called to say she thought dad had died. If that sounds confusing to you, it does not compare to the confusion of that morning. I went to mom and dad’s place. He was in fact dead. The mortuary people came and went. I wasn’t sure what to do next. Other family had arrived. Nancy had already taken the cats and headed north. So I went north too, Springsteen turned up to maximum volume on the car CD system with the intention that I wouldn’t be able to hear myself think.
The scripture promises that the Grace of God will be sufficient to our needs, and I am here to testify to the truth of that promise. God has been very good to the Reverends Davis and Davis these past four years. I am so thankful for so many things this morning, including one of the most memorable weekends of worship I’ve experienced in 35-plus years of ministry. I’m happy to report my mother, who has since moved to Texas, is thriving. And these are dynamic days at St. Andrew’s. To think that God would bring Nancy and me to one of the few places in United Methodism with the talent and temperament to do what we did this weekend… Wow. God is GOOD!
I might add that ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: THE EXTENDED PLAY VERSION was a truly collaborative effort. I had the vision and developed the blueprint, but almost everyone involved contributed to the creative process. I love working with Adam Witte; he’s a genuine co-collaborator on these projects. Pam Fleury is always incredibly helpful, with terrific ideas for maximizing vocal impact. I trust the featured singers to contribute their own interpretations of what I’ve put before them and the results never cease to amaze. And what can I say about the best church rock and roll band any of us are ever likely to hear!
And that takes me back to my dad, the Reverend Richard Davis. When pop was preaching in places like Paris, Missouri, I doubt that he could have imagined a Methodist congregation doing the things St. Andrew’s is doing. But The Reverend never expected me to do things the way he did. I think some of my stuff bemused him, but he was always encouraging. After all, his own father had been a Methodist preacher, and the things Richard was doing to Share The Gospel in his generation would have been different than what old DR Davis had been up to in Depression-era Defiance, Missouri. Someday we’ll all be around the throne, singing Holy, Holy, Holy!
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From SHIRLEY KATHKA
This Sunday, Sept. 20th marks the 50th Annual Camp Fontanelle BBQ. This is a great family event, and a fund-raiser for the camp. Plan to spend the day enjoying the hiking trails, BBQ dinner, entertainment, laser tag, corn maze, animals at the barn, quilt auction, worship, and much much more. Camp Fontanelle is just a short, pretty drive from Omaha. Go to campfontanelle.com for the complete schedule and directions. Hope to see you there - don't forget to wear your camp t-shirt if you have one!
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From STACEY OLSON: Once again the Uta Halee Residential Education Dept will be participating in the HyVee Cash for Students. Starting Monday, September 21 through Thursday, December 31st please save any receipt from HyVee groceries, pharmacy or gas station. Our school will earn $1.00 for ever $200.00 spent in HyVee. All you have to do is put them in the Big envelope on the bulletin board in the entrty way or give them to Stacey Olson. We will take care of the rest!!! This is a big fund raiser for us and any help if appreciated.*
From Bob Davis: PAINT-A-THON 2009! A few of our St. Andrew’s youth spent their Saturday being a part of BRUSH UP NEBRASKA. They painted a woman’s home. The lady was so happy! She was unable physically to do it for herself and was just so pleased that kids would come and help her out! I would like to thank parents Ed and Kathy Johansen, Jodi Reerink, Sandi Dawson, Lori Schilling, LuAnn Larson, and adult volunteers Stacy Fritz and Jen Beck. Also thank you to all the kids who helped: Tyhler, Jaeda, Mark, David, Austin, Taylor, Alex, Sarah, Natalie, Sydney, Scott, Michael, Amber, Miranda S., Miranda M., Lauren L., and Lauren M.
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READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
2 Corinthians Proverbs
9/14 7 19, 20, 21
9/15 8 22, 23, 24
9/16 9 25, 26
9/17 10 27, 28, 29
9/18 11. 1-15 30, 31
Ecclesiastes
9/19 11. 16-33 1, 2, 3
9/20 12 4, 5, 6
9/21 13 7, 8, 9
Galatians
9/22 1 10, 11, 12
Song Of Solomon
9/23 2 1, 2, 3
9/24 3 4, 5
9/25 4 6, 7, 8
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Will you pray with me?
Lord God, I thank you for the wonderful things you’re doing in our generations of the church. We are “surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses” who have gone before us in the Christian faith, twenty centuries of believers! At St. Andrew’s, we look at all the children in our midst and are pleased to think we’re involved in the faith formation of a new generation who will “tell the old, old story of Jesus and his love.” And they in turn will tell their children, and we’ll be part of “the cloud of witnesses” ourselves. Very cool. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Amen.
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Augprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
We welcome new readers to StAndrewsMail. The price of subscription is a prayer! If you ever want off the list, just let us know.
*
THIS IS COVENANT WEEKEND
Saturday, September 19, 5:00
Sunday, September 20, 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce Davis preaching: DEFYING GRAVITY
Emily Koonce and Tara Stark will sing the title song, accompanied by Adam Witte.
The St. Andrew’s Singers will make their fall debut on Sunday, presenting IN THE SANCTUARY. We invite you to join them for practice, Wednesday at 7:00 and sing with us this weekend!
The Saturday Evening Praiseathonics will offer WALK ON WATER!
Children’s Church School Classes meet during the 5:00 hour on Saturday and 10:00 on Sunday. Our Youth Education hour is 10:00 on Sunday
This is the 17th Anniversary of St. Andrew’s CHARTER SUNDAY. In September 1992, the congregation went “on line” as a full-fledged United Methodist congregation. As is our tradition, we’ll invite Saints of Andrew to renew their covenant with God and each other. If you want to see what that looks like, check out the August newsletter, which can accessed by the link posted above.
*
Four years ago today was perhaps the strangest day of my life. Nancy and I were packed and ready to leave Springfield, Missouri, to make the move to Omaha. My parents had been living in Springfield the past several years and my dad was clearly nearing the end of his year-long battle with lung cancer. With our stuff loaded on the moving van, Nancy and I spent our last night in Springfield in a motel. We went by my parents’ place to say goodbye. Dad and I had a long talk in his room. He wasn’t concerned about his own life, at this point, but about my mother. I assured him everything was thought through. Nancy and I went back to the motel. I woke up the next morning, went to pick up the cats at the kitty boarding house. While there, I received a call from Nancy who told me mother had just called to say she thought dad had died. If that sounds confusing to you, it does not compare to the confusion of that morning. I went to mom and dad’s place. He was in fact dead. The mortuary people came and went. I wasn’t sure what to do next. Other family had arrived. Nancy had already taken the cats and headed north. So I went north too, Springsteen turned up to maximum volume on the car CD system with the intention that I wouldn’t be able to hear myself think.
The scripture promises that the Grace of God will be sufficient to our needs, and I am here to testify to the truth of that promise. God has been very good to the Reverends Davis and Davis these past four years. I am so thankful for so many things this morning, including one of the most memorable weekends of worship I’ve experienced in 35-plus years of ministry. I’m happy to report my mother, who has since moved to Texas, is thriving. And these are dynamic days at St. Andrew’s. To think that God would bring Nancy and me to one of the few places in United Methodism with the talent and temperament to do what we did this weekend… Wow. God is GOOD!
I might add that ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: THE EXTENDED PLAY VERSION was a truly collaborative effort. I had the vision and developed the blueprint, but almost everyone involved contributed to the creative process. I love working with Adam Witte; he’s a genuine co-collaborator on these projects. Pam Fleury is always incredibly helpful, with terrific ideas for maximizing vocal impact. I trust the featured singers to contribute their own interpretations of what I’ve put before them and the results never cease to amaze. And what can I say about the best church rock and roll band any of us are ever likely to hear!
And that takes me back to my dad, the Reverend Richard Davis. When pop was preaching in places like Paris, Missouri, I doubt that he could have imagined a Methodist congregation doing the things St. Andrew’s is doing. But The Reverend never expected me to do things the way he did. I think some of my stuff bemused him, but he was always encouraging. After all, his own father had been a Methodist preacher, and the things Richard was doing to Share The Gospel in his generation would have been different than what old DR Davis had been up to in Depression-era Defiance, Missouri. Someday we’ll all be around the throne, singing Holy, Holy, Holy!
*
From SHIRLEY KATHKA
This Sunday, Sept. 20th marks the 50th Annual Camp Fontanelle BBQ. This is a great family event, and a fund-raiser for the camp. Plan to spend the day enjoying the hiking trails, BBQ dinner, entertainment, laser tag, corn maze, animals at the barn, quilt auction, worship, and much much more. Camp Fontanelle is just a short, pretty drive from Omaha. Go to campfontanelle.com for the complete schedule and directions. Hope to see you there - don't forget to wear your camp t-shirt if you have one!
*
From STACEY OLSON: Once again the Uta Halee Residential Education Dept will be participating in the HyVee Cash for Students. Starting Monday, September 21 through Thursday, December 31st please save any receipt from HyVee groceries, pharmacy or gas station. Our school will earn $1.00 for ever $200.00 spent in HyVee. All you have to do is put them in the Big envelope on the bulletin board in the entrty way or give them to Stacey Olson. We will take care of the rest!!! This is a big fund raiser for us and any help if appreciated.*
From Bob Davis: PAINT-A-THON 2009! A few of our St. Andrew’s youth spent their Saturday being a part of BRUSH UP NEBRASKA. They painted a woman’s home. The lady was so happy! She was unable physically to do it for herself and was just so pleased that kids would come and help her out! I would like to thank parents Ed and Kathy Johansen, Jodi Reerink, Sandi Dawson, Lori Schilling, LuAnn Larson, and adult volunteers Stacy Fritz and Jen Beck. Also thank you to all the kids who helped: Tyhler, Jaeda, Mark, David, Austin, Taylor, Alex, Sarah, Natalie, Sydney, Scott, Michael, Amber, Miranda S., Miranda M., Lauren L., and Lauren M.
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READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
2 Corinthians Proverbs
9/14 7 19, 20, 21
9/15 8 22, 23, 24
9/16 9 25, 26
9/17 10 27, 28, 29
9/18 11. 1-15 30, 31
Ecclesiastes
9/19 11. 16-33 1, 2, 3
9/20 12 4, 5, 6
9/21 13 7, 8, 9
Galatians
9/22 1 10, 11, 12
Song Of Solomon
9/23 2 1, 2, 3
9/24 3 4, 5
9/25 4 6, 7, 8
*
Will you pray with me?
Lord God, I thank you for the wonderful things you’re doing in our generations of the church. We are “surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses” who have gone before us in the Christian faith, twenty centuries of believers! At St. Andrew’s, we look at all the children in our midst and are pleased to think we’re involved in the faith formation of a new generation who will “tell the old, old story of Jesus and his love.” And they in turn will tell their children, and we’ll be part of “the cloud of witnesses” ourselves. Very cool. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Amen.
BRD
Thursday, September 10, 2009
All you need is Love
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Augustprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, September 12, 5:00
Sunday, September 13: 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce Davis, Adam Witte, The Ax Of The Apostles, The Horns of Jericho and The Let It Be Singers present:
ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: THE EXTENDED PLAY VERSION.
Those who have been studying 1 Corinthians in our Reading The Bible Through The Year Project surely noticed Paul’s teaching that different people have different gifts. My own gifts package includes something kind of quirky:
I can read a piece of scripture and fit it to a rock and roll tune. We originally did ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE at Easter, telling the events of Holy Week through Beatles’ tunes, including the title song, Here Comes The Sun, Hey Jude, Helter Skelter, Let It Be, and a half dozen others. Even before that was finished working that up, I realized I wanted to do more with it. The Extended Play Version, offered this weekend, starts at the 1st chapter of John, 1st verse, set to Across the Universe:
In the beginning was the Word
The Word with God, The Word was God
God spoke the Word; the worlds were made
He made the Universe.
We move from there to Jesus’ baptism and the call of the first disciples, set to
I Saw Her Standing There. The Sons of Zebedee sing of the Something they have found in this Jesus. The Sermon on the Mount is in the meter of From Me To You. Oh-Bla-Di, Oh-Bla-Da has the little children coming to Jesus. Our offertory is Can’t Buy Me Love--the apostles sharing Jesus’ teaching on financial stewardship. The Lazarus sage is told in the context of Eleanor Rigby. Then we move to Holy Week, which is largely unchanged from what we did at Easter. After the resurrection, we hear Doubting Thomas telling his story through I Want To Hold Your Hand. (Take out the word hold, substitute holes, and there are all sorts of lyrical possibilities.) We tell the ascension story through Lucy In The Sky.
This is the sort of thing you either do right or you don’t do it at all. Praise God, I am surrounded by people with incredible music gifts—and we can do it right! This would be a wonderful occasion to invite people to attend worship at St. Andrew’s. Perhaps you’ll consider posting an invitation on Facebook or Twitter, or forwarding this A-Mail. Of course, I hope you’ll make it a point to be with us, yourself. This is a great way to tell the old, old story and I trust hearts will be warmed.
*
Since I last wrote, I’ve been to Bordeaux, France, and back. Granddaughter Madeline turned two last month. Watching her negotiate bilingualism is fascinating. A couple of examples: Maddy uses day’-sond (French for descend) when she wants to get down. In contrast, when she’s finished with something, she goes into English: All done. I learn a few new French words with each visit. Bee’-zoo means kiss, and Madeline has lots of bee’-zoos for gra-pa-pa.
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PICNIC WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, September 13, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. Bruce and Nancy and other staff will be there.
We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
*
NANCY BALM writes:
Reserve your spot now for the next BLT (Boomers Laughing Together) event:
Murder Mystery Aboard the Fremont Dinner Train
Sunday afternoon, October 11
See Nancy Balm by the BLT bulletin board in the Rotunda
*
Adult Coed Volleyball Starts September 23
The adult coed volleyball program is starting up for the fall season. We’ll play Sunday evenings from September 23 to March 21, 2010, with no sessions between Thanksgiving and January 1. We have reserved the time slot of 7-9 pm in the Family Life Center but will run either 7-8:30 or 7:30-9:00 depending on the wishes of the group. This is a great chance to get a little exercise and meet some new St. Andrews people. You don’t have to be good, just interested in playing! There are no set teams, whoever shows up that week plays. If you know of others who might be interested, invite them to come with you. And the best part is that it is FREE! Questions? Contact Alan Brugler at 402-697-0657 or 402-415-3871.
*
From SHIRLEY KATHKA
Sept. 20th marks the 50th Annual Camp Fontanelle BBQ. This is a great family event, and a fund-raiser for the camp. Plan to spend the day enjoying the hiking trails, BBQ dinner, entertainment, laser tag, corn maze, animals at the barn, quilt auction, worship, and much much more. Camp Fontanelle is just a short, pretty drive from Omaha. Go to campfontanelle.com for the complete schedule and directions. Hope to see you there - don't forget to wear your camp t-shirt if you have one!
*MICHELLE PETERSON writes: Patience Circle will be having their annual cookie dough sales starting this week. We will sale the cookie dough for two weeks starting Saturday, September 12, 2009 and ending Sunday, September 20, 2009. We will then deliver the cookie dough at church after the services during the weekend of September 26, 2009. The money raised helps our group support Embrace the Teachers, as well as the different groups that St. Andrews supports. We appreciate the congregation’s support! PS The cookie dough will be in before the Harvest Boutique!
READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
2 Corinthians Proverbs
9/9 2 6, 7
9/10 3 8, 9
9/11 4 10, 11, 12
9/12 5 13, 14, 15
9/13 6 16, 17, 18
9/14 7 19, 20, 21
9/15 8 22, 23, 24
9/16 9 25, 26
PRAYER MATTERS
Jane Jensen has passed away. Nancy was with her when she died and lead a memorial service, yesterday. I ask you to give a prayer of thanks that we had the opportunity to share the life of faith with this good woman.
Please remember Brent Armbrust in his grief at the passing of his twin brother.
Wade Behlen’s grandmother, Hilda, is recovering from surgery for a broken hip.
Angie Wiese asks prayer for her sister, Jacqueline, who is in cancer treatment.
Diane Wilson is recovering surgery on September 8.
Helen Herbster is in physical therapy at Brookstone Manor.
Betty Bramer is scheduled for back surgery today, September 9th.
Also today, Laurel Prestridge is scheduled knee replacement.
Don Carmichael is in hospice care.
Jill Dougherty asks prayer for her mother, who is dealing with a broken hip, pneumonia and an abdominal aneurysm.
People in cancer treatment include Angie Wiese’s sister Jacqueline; Molly Scritchfield’s father, Bruce; and Kathy Radachi’s friend, Linea. asks pray for her sister, Jacqueline, undergoing cancer treatment.
And Molly Scritchfield’s father, Bruce, is in cancer Treatment.
Shirley Crump is in hospice care.
Nancy invites you to join her in prayer:
Gracious God, we ask for your continued presence with these persons and their family members. Give them peace as they deal with life’s difficulties. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Augustprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, September 12, 5:00
Sunday, September 13: 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce Davis, Adam Witte, The Ax Of The Apostles, The Horns of Jericho and The Let It Be Singers present:
ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: THE EXTENDED PLAY VERSION.
Those who have been studying 1 Corinthians in our Reading The Bible Through The Year Project surely noticed Paul’s teaching that different people have different gifts. My own gifts package includes something kind of quirky:
I can read a piece of scripture and fit it to a rock and roll tune. We originally did ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE at Easter, telling the events of Holy Week through Beatles’ tunes, including the title song, Here Comes The Sun, Hey Jude, Helter Skelter, Let It Be, and a half dozen others. Even before that was finished working that up, I realized I wanted to do more with it. The Extended Play Version, offered this weekend, starts at the 1st chapter of John, 1st verse, set to Across the Universe:
In the beginning was the Word
The Word with God, The Word was God
God spoke the Word; the worlds were made
He made the Universe.
We move from there to Jesus’ baptism and the call of the first disciples, set to
I Saw Her Standing There. The Sons of Zebedee sing of the Something they have found in this Jesus. The Sermon on the Mount is in the meter of From Me To You. Oh-Bla-Di, Oh-Bla-Da has the little children coming to Jesus. Our offertory is Can’t Buy Me Love--the apostles sharing Jesus’ teaching on financial stewardship. The Lazarus sage is told in the context of Eleanor Rigby. Then we move to Holy Week, which is largely unchanged from what we did at Easter. After the resurrection, we hear Doubting Thomas telling his story through I Want To Hold Your Hand. (Take out the word hold, substitute holes, and there are all sorts of lyrical possibilities.) We tell the ascension story through Lucy In The Sky.
This is the sort of thing you either do right or you don’t do it at all. Praise God, I am surrounded by people with incredible music gifts—and we can do it right! This would be a wonderful occasion to invite people to attend worship at St. Andrew’s. Perhaps you’ll consider posting an invitation on Facebook or Twitter, or forwarding this A-Mail. Of course, I hope you’ll make it a point to be with us, yourself. This is a great way to tell the old, old story and I trust hearts will be warmed.
*
Since I last wrote, I’ve been to Bordeaux, France, and back. Granddaughter Madeline turned two last month. Watching her negotiate bilingualism is fascinating. A couple of examples: Maddy uses day’-sond (French for descend) when she wants to get down. In contrast, when she’s finished with something, she goes into English: All done. I learn a few new French words with each visit. Bee’-zoo means kiss, and Madeline has lots of bee’-zoos for gra-pa-pa.
*
PICNIC WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, September 13, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. Bruce and Nancy and other staff will be there.
We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
*
NANCY BALM writes:
Reserve your spot now for the next BLT (Boomers Laughing Together) event:
Murder Mystery Aboard the Fremont Dinner Train
Sunday afternoon, October 11
See Nancy Balm by the BLT bulletin board in the Rotunda
*
Adult Coed Volleyball Starts September 23
The adult coed volleyball program is starting up for the fall season. We’ll play Sunday evenings from September 23 to March 21, 2010, with no sessions between Thanksgiving and January 1. We have reserved the time slot of 7-9 pm in the Family Life Center but will run either 7-8:30 or 7:30-9:00 depending on the wishes of the group. This is a great chance to get a little exercise and meet some new St. Andrews people. You don’t have to be good, just interested in playing! There are no set teams, whoever shows up that week plays. If you know of others who might be interested, invite them to come with you. And the best part is that it is FREE! Questions? Contact Alan Brugler at 402-697-0657 or 402-415-3871.
*
From SHIRLEY KATHKA
Sept. 20th marks the 50th Annual Camp Fontanelle BBQ. This is a great family event, and a fund-raiser for the camp. Plan to spend the day enjoying the hiking trails, BBQ dinner, entertainment, laser tag, corn maze, animals at the barn, quilt auction, worship, and much much more. Camp Fontanelle is just a short, pretty drive from Omaha. Go to campfontanelle.com for the complete schedule and directions. Hope to see you there - don't forget to wear your camp t-shirt if you have one!
*MICHELLE PETERSON writes: Patience Circle will be having their annual cookie dough sales starting this week. We will sale the cookie dough for two weeks starting Saturday, September 12, 2009 and ending Sunday, September 20, 2009. We will then deliver the cookie dough at church after the services during the weekend of September 26, 2009. The money raised helps our group support Embrace the Teachers, as well as the different groups that St. Andrews supports. We appreciate the congregation’s support! PS The cookie dough will be in before the Harvest Boutique!
READING THE BIBLE THROUGH THE YEAR
Morning Evening
2 Corinthians Proverbs
9/9 2 6, 7
9/10 3 8, 9
9/11 4 10, 11, 12
9/12 5 13, 14, 15
9/13 6 16, 17, 18
9/14 7 19, 20, 21
9/15 8 22, 23, 24
9/16 9 25, 26
PRAYER MATTERS
Jane Jensen has passed away. Nancy was with her when she died and lead a memorial service, yesterday. I ask you to give a prayer of thanks that we had the opportunity to share the life of faith with this good woman.
Please remember Brent Armbrust in his grief at the passing of his twin brother.
Wade Behlen’s grandmother, Hilda, is recovering from surgery for a broken hip.
Angie Wiese asks prayer for her sister, Jacqueline, who is in cancer treatment.
Diane Wilson is recovering surgery on September 8.
Helen Herbster is in physical therapy at Brookstone Manor.
Betty Bramer is scheduled for back surgery today, September 9th.
Also today, Laurel Prestridge is scheduled knee replacement.
Don Carmichael is in hospice care.
Jill Dougherty asks prayer for her mother, who is dealing with a broken hip, pneumonia and an abdominal aneurysm.
People in cancer treatment include Angie Wiese’s sister Jacqueline; Molly Scritchfield’s father, Bruce; and Kathy Radachi’s friend, Linea. asks pray for her sister, Jacqueline, undergoing cancer treatment.
And Molly Scritchfield’s father, Bruce, is in cancer Treatment.
Shirley Crump is in hospice care.
Nancy invites you to join her in prayer:
Gracious God, we ask for your continued presence with these persons and their family members. Give them peace as they deal with life’s difficulties. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
BRD
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Blue Collar
The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Augustprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
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LABOR DAY WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, September 5, 5:00
Sunday, September 6, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: GROWING UP BLUE COLLAR
Steve Groves will sing the Tennessee Ernie Ford classic: 16 TONS.
From Netta Pollock: Labor Day weekend Saturday/Sunday School
Teachers Pre-Kind – 5th will be worshiping with their families. This gives all our St. Andrew’s children the opportunity to experience a worship service as well. All the pre-school children will have classes with a movie in their regularly scheduled classrooms !
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CHOIR REHEARSAL tonight (Wednesday), 7:00. Join us as we prepare for a new season!
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COMING TO ST. ANDREW’S
September 12 & 13
ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: THE EXTENDED PLAY VERSION
The Gospel set to 25 Beatles Tunes, including: I Want To Hold Your Hand, Here Comes The Sun, Can’t Buy Me Love, Helter Skelter, Let It Be. Cast includes Joe Scahill as Nicodemus, Steve Groves as Simon Zealot, C. Todd Cook as Thomas, Dave Roberts as our Narrator, and many more. IF YOU WANT TO SING WITH THE LET IT BE CHOIR, SHOW UP TONIGHT (Wednesday) at 6:30.
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The 2009 Dinner/Dance/Auction is scheduled for Friday evening, November 20, at the Champions Country Club. This is our big annual fund raiser. This year’s theme is DIAMONDS & DUNGAREES. Our hosts are Corey and Shawna Rector. Methodists don’t do this sort of thing in Missouri, but since moving to Omaha, four years ago, I’ve come to look forward to the event. Last weekend, we began the donation phase—as in the donations of items to put on auction. These can range from Big Ticket items, such as a stay in a time share, to much smaller stuff. I am a smaller stuff bidder myself and was really proud of a Creighton Blue Jays ball cap I bought in our first year here. I am currently working on a donation project, a multiple CD compilation: 100 Essential Pop Songs, 1939-1969, complete with notes and fun facts about each song in the collection. It would be difficult to overstate how much the funds raised in this event have meant to St. Andrew’s. These past four years, we’ve used the proceeds to pay interest on the debt and, when we were in a position to do so, apply to debt principle. This, in turn, has freed up money given in tithes and offerings to go to ministry rather than debt service. Tickets for the event will be going on sale soon.
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PICNIC WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, September 13, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. Bruce and Nancy and other staff will be there.
We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
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All-Church Study to Begin the Week of Sept. 27
We are journeying people. From the time we enter into the world until the moment we take our final breath, we make our way as life unfolds before us. So it is with faith. It too is a lifelong journey. Along the way we encounter others, and at these crossing points we encounter the living God.
Join us for our next All-Church Study, Adult Crossings: God’s Journey With Us. We will look at 8 core Bible stories, and discuss how they impact the faith journeys of God’s people.
The study will begin the week of Sept. 27. Small groups are being formed during the week which will include video presentation and discussion.
If you are interested in joining this All-Church Study, please check the webpage for days and times for the small group meetings at www.standrewsomaha.net. Then contact Diana to register.
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Prayer Matters
We were delighted to learn of the birth of Mason David Likes, son of Rob & Jennifer.
Jane Jensen in very serious condition at Immanuel Hospital.
Diane Wilson is scheduled for surgery on September 8.
Laurel Prestridge is scheduled for knee replacement surgery on September 9.
Also on September 9, Betty Bramer is scheduled for back surgery.
Helen Herbster is undergoing rehab at Brookstone Manor.
Netta Pollock and Renu Singh continue cancer treatment.
Don Carmichael is in hospice care.
Wade Behlen’s grandmother, Hilda has undergone surgery for a broken hip.
Angie Wiese asks prayer for her sister, Jacqueline, who is in cancer treatment.
Jill Dougherty asks prayer for her mother, who is dealing with a broken hip, pneumonia and an abdominal aneurysm.
Please join Nancy in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we ask that those persons listed here and their families will feel the healing presence of your Holy Spirit. Give them peace and comfort in this difficult time. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
*
BRD
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
Access the monthly newsletter by this link:
http://www.standrewsomaha.net/downloads/Augustprint.pdf
LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD
*
LABOR DAY WEEKEND AT ST. ANDREW’S
Saturday, September 5, 5:00
Sunday, September 6, 8:30 & 10:00
Nancy preaching: GROWING UP BLUE COLLAR
Steve Groves will sing the Tennessee Ernie Ford classic: 16 TONS.
From Netta Pollock: Labor Day weekend Saturday/Sunday School
Teachers Pre-Kind – 5th will be worshiping with their families. This gives all our St. Andrew’s children the opportunity to experience a worship service as well. All the pre-school children will have classes with a movie in their regularly scheduled classrooms !
*
CHOIR REHEARSAL tonight (Wednesday), 7:00. Join us as we prepare for a new season!
*
COMING TO ST. ANDREW’S
September 12 & 13
ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: THE EXTENDED PLAY VERSION
The Gospel set to 25 Beatles Tunes, including: I Want To Hold Your Hand, Here Comes The Sun, Can’t Buy Me Love, Helter Skelter, Let It Be. Cast includes Joe Scahill as Nicodemus, Steve Groves as Simon Zealot, C. Todd Cook as Thomas, Dave Roberts as our Narrator, and many more. IF YOU WANT TO SING WITH THE LET IT BE CHOIR, SHOW UP TONIGHT (Wednesday) at 6:30.
*
The 2009 Dinner/Dance/Auction is scheduled for Friday evening, November 20, at the Champions Country Club. This is our big annual fund raiser. This year’s theme is DIAMONDS & DUNGAREES. Our hosts are Corey and Shawna Rector. Methodists don’t do this sort of thing in Missouri, but since moving to Omaha, four years ago, I’ve come to look forward to the event. Last weekend, we began the donation phase—as in the donations of items to put on auction. These can range from Big Ticket items, such as a stay in a time share, to much smaller stuff. I am a smaller stuff bidder myself and was really proud of a Creighton Blue Jays ball cap I bought in our first year here. I am currently working on a donation project, a multiple CD compilation: 100 Essential Pop Songs, 1939-1969, complete with notes and fun facts about each song in the collection. It would be difficult to overstate how much the funds raised in this event have meant to St. Andrew’s. These past four years, we’ve used the proceeds to pay interest on the debt and, when we were in a position to do so, apply to debt principle. This, in turn, has freed up money given in tithes and offerings to go to ministry rather than debt service. Tickets for the event will be going on sale soon.
*
PICNIC WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, September 13, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. Bruce and Nancy and other staff will be there.
We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
*
All-Church Study to Begin the Week of Sept. 27
We are journeying people. From the time we enter into the world until the moment we take our final breath, we make our way as life unfolds before us. So it is with faith. It too is a lifelong journey. Along the way we encounter others, and at these crossing points we encounter the living God.
Join us for our next All-Church Study, Adult Crossings: God’s Journey With Us. We will look at 8 core Bible stories, and discuss how they impact the faith journeys of God’s people.
The study will begin the week of Sept. 27. Small groups are being formed during the week which will include video presentation and discussion.
If you are interested in joining this All-Church Study, please check the webpage for days and times for the small group meetings at www.standrewsomaha.net. Then contact Diana to register.
*
Prayer Matters
We were delighted to learn of the birth of Mason David Likes, son of Rob & Jennifer.
Jane Jensen in very serious condition at Immanuel Hospital.
Diane Wilson is scheduled for surgery on September 8.
Laurel Prestridge is scheduled for knee replacement surgery on September 9.
Also on September 9, Betty Bramer is scheduled for back surgery.
Helen Herbster is undergoing rehab at Brookstone Manor.
Netta Pollock and Renu Singh continue cancer treatment.
Don Carmichael is in hospice care.
Wade Behlen’s grandmother, Hilda has undergone surgery for a broken hip.
Angie Wiese asks prayer for her sister, Jacqueline, who is in cancer treatment.
Jill Dougherty asks prayer for her mother, who is dealing with a broken hip, pneumonia and an abdominal aneurysm.
Please join Nancy in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we ask that those persons listed here and their families will feel the healing presence of your Holy Spirit. Give them peace and comfort in this difficult time. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
*
BRD
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