February 2015 Words Through Woody When our daughter, Jenna, was a student at Purdue, we talked often by telephone. When Mary Jo and I finally broke down and purchased a cell phone (one of those huge monstrosities plugged into the car) we were able to talk almost every week and not have to worry about long distance tolls. Oh, I know we could e-mail each other and we did sometimes. But, there is nothing sweeter than hearing the wonderful sound of your only daughter’s voice. And never does the conversation end without her saying, “I love you, Daddy.” I am so touched by that thought that sometimes I was uncertain if I told her I loved her. Yes, of course, I know she loves me, but it always makes me feel so special to hear her say it. It’s like receiving a valentine every week instead of only once a year. Not long ago I had my usual talk with God. I praised and thanked God … confessed my sins … prayed and petitioned for the needs of the congregation … asked God for guidance in my ministry and the ministry of our church … and finally said, “Amen.” As I continued in quiet meditation and listening for God, I realized how precious my Heavenly Father is to me. I bowed my head, closed my eyes, and said, “I love You, God.” Thinking back on how happy it makes me to hear Jenna say, “I love, you, Daddy,” made me wonder how glad God must feel to hear … out loud … that we love Him. God says to us, “… obey the commandments of the Lord your God … by loving your God … then you shall live and God will bless you.” (Deuteronomy 30:16) Why don’t you stop right now and send God a Valentine and wait for the blessing? Happy Valentine’s Day! In Christ’s love, Contacting the Pastor: Feel free to contact Pastor Woody either at the office (326-2460) or at the parsonage (326-2350) or by email [email protected]. Pastor Woody keeps Sabbath on Fridays. In the event of an emergency and you can’t reach him immediately, please call Hugh Severance (326-2145). The Mohawk office is open M, Tu, Th 8:30 am – 2:30 pm and Fridays as needed. If you’re coming a distance it’s best to call ahead. 317.326.2460 or [email protected] Valentine Party at the church Saturday, February 7 Dinner at 6 (Kinsey’s catering) Auction following dinner Proceeds of the auction will be added to the elevator fund Please bring items to be auctioned Purchase advance tickets from Kelly Paugh $10 each The Mohawk Messenger is published monthly by Mohawk United Methodist Church, 2045 W 400 North, Greenfield IN 46140, [email protected], 317.326.2460. Articles for publication are contributed by the pastor, team chairpersons, and members of the congregation. Deadline for submissions is usually the 15th of the month for the next month’s edition. Katie Roberts is editor. “Like” our Group on Facebook Mohawk United Methodist Church Visit our website www.mohawkumc.com February Volunteers Please Help Fill in the Blanks… Check in at the SIGN UP table on Sunday. Greeter Ed & Karen Clark 1 8 15 22 Fellowship Refreshments Genesis Class Communion Servers (1st Sunday) Mary Jo Thompson _______________ Food Delivery Valerie Shepherd Liturgists Mary Jo Thompson Gail Stanley Tom Roney ______________ Children’s Worship Leaders 1 Susan Edwards 8 Tricia Anderson 15 Ashley Schenck, Krista Steeve 22 _________________ Nursery volunteers are needed each Sunday during Worship and Sunday School. So far: 1.15 – Tammy Bearhope, worship hour Sunday School – 10:15 am Nursery – Angel Linville Pre-K & K – Tracy Fellerman Intermediate – Myra Williams Sprint – Tricia Anderson High School – Rick Edwards Genesis – The Parables YACS – Ten Commandments 3D – 4 Blood Moons: Something is about to change BGs – Andy Griffith Series March Mohawk Messenger Information for the March 2015 Mohawk Messenger is due a little early this time, no later than Tuesday, February 10. Newsletters will be prepared for mailing on Tuesday, February 17, at noon. 4:00 – 6:00 pm, 1st and 3rd Sundays Feb 1 & 15; Mar 1 & 15; Apr 19 On Feb 1, Wade Mitten is leading fun/craft, Janet Bearhope is serving snacks. Needed: music and Bible storyteller. Please speak to Tammy Bearhope if you can help. 462.5880 or [email protected] Volunteers are paid in job satisfaction, warm hugs, and heart-felt appreciation. February Celebrations Birthdays 7 10 12 14 15 16 20 21 27 Shailynn Steeno Tommy Ewing Lori Beeker, Bill Ewing Valerie Shepherd, Virginia Hartzog Mike Deutsch, Amy Varner Colton Kimble Jim Bandy Steve Gray Burl Bearhope, Tara Williams Anniversaries 4 Burl & Tammy Bearhope 12 Ed & Karen Clark 14 Kyle & Tracy Fellerman If you don’t see your February birthday or anniversary on the list please let us know so we can celebrate with you next year. (Ph: 326-2460 / E-mail: [email protected]) January 2015: STAY HYDRATED (How are you doing? 8 glasses a day?) February 2015: MOVE! Think of ways to increase your movement a little each day. Do you wear a pedometer? Can you increase your steps count by 500? 1,000? (Minimum daily steps for health = 10,000 steps) Some find it harder to exercise in the winter when it’s so cold outside. What are some creative ways to get us out of the easy chair, wrapped in a quilt, and up moving around? You are welcome to walk at the church most days when the office is open and no one has reserved Fellowship Hall. Give us a call to make arrangements. You are invited to submit your own favorite tips for staying healthy. Some will be shared with the church through the newsletter. Or feel free to post your ideas on the Mohawk UMC Facebook Group. BABY SHOWER A Baby Shower is planned to honor Amy Lovins, Saturday, February 21 at 2 pm, at the church. Everyone is invited to share this blessing with the Lovins family. (Registry: Babies R Us and Target) More information from Diana Hartzog and Tammy Bearhope. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS Some heavy-duty demo work is needed from folks who are able to move cabinetry and appliances, carpeting, and have access to a truck. Later there will be finish, cleaning, landscaping, and painting jobs to do. Our UMC District Offices will be relocating and there’s work to be done. Please speak with Pastor Woody or contact the District Office for more information or to volunteer. (317.924.4140, Robin) CHURCH NEWS – GREENFIELD DAILY REPORTER Because of changes in press schedules and deadlines, we now submit information a week and a half in advance. There may be times the Holy Spirit prompts a change between the time we submit information and when that information is published. Who is going to argue with the Spirit? If you like to prepare for worship by reading the scripture text in advance, try as we will to have it right, the most accurate source for scripture texts may be on our Facebook Group page. Mary Jo and I wish to offer a belated “Thank You” to our Mohawk family for the special Christmas cards, gifts, blessings, and expressions of love we received this past Christmas. Thank You often seems an inadequate way to express our appreciation for the love you have shown us. However, “Thank You!” from the bottom of our hearts. Your graciousness and love for us are beyond expression. May the New Year bring you even more blessings from God as we share the love of Christ in the Mohawk community. Pastor Woody and Mary Jo Thank you all so much for the calls, cards, visits, etc to Helen Jean. Thank you for the beautiful blanket sent to the funeral home. The funeral lunch was delicious and Woody’s service was wonderful. What a blessing the Mohawk Church family is. Thank you for your thoughts, prayers, and kindness during this difficult time. The family of Helen Jean White Dear Mohawk UMC, Thank you for the cards, flowers, food, and the nice blanket. We appreciate all of your thoughts and prayers! Our family would like to thank you for your kind expressions of sympathy on our recent loss of Candice Newman. Shelley & Steve Vail During a time like this we realize how much our friends really mean to us. Your expression of sympathy will always be remembered. I want to thank the congregation for their thoughts and prayers during our time of mourning. I also want to thank the church for the great luncheon after the funeral. The meal was comforting and the food was great. The family of Suzanne Hayes; Derek Hayes Dear Church Family, Thank you so much for all the love and support we received at Suzanne’s passing. Thank you to the ladies who planned and prepared the delicious funeral dinner. Also, thank you for all the beautiful cards we have received. Love, Elaine Cox and Family Notes of thanks have also arrived from Midwest Mission Distribution Center for our donation of $1,390 and from Fortville Head Start for the wonderful warm gloves, mittens, and hats for the students. Missions News SOUPER BOWL OF CARING February is here and it is time for Souper Bowl of Caring Sunday on February 1st. After our service, please look for the soup cans near the entrances. Money collected will go to the food pantries in Fortville and Greenfield. Bring some spare change, bills or checks made out to Mohawk UMC with “Souper Bowl” on the memo line. Last year our Mohawk kids collected $172.54 and nationwide $8,446,410 in cash and food item donations went to 6,509 food distribution centers. HEATING BILL ASSISTANCE The Genesis Sunday School class voted to keep a limited amount of money in reserve for providing heating bill assistance to whoever may need it. Pastor Woody will take the requests. If you know someone who needs help, or if you do yourself, please see him. The assistance will go directly to the utility provider. THINK SPRING! The winds are blustery and the snow and ice coming, so what better time to daydream about spring and summer flowering baskets for our porches and patios? We will be taking orders for beautiful Tuttle Orchard’s flowering baskets and planters February 8th through March 8th. Place your order at the SCRIP table in Fellowship Hall. Delivery is set for early May with pickup at the church, just in time for Mother’s Day. This year we are also offering Tuttle’s gift cards in $10 denominations. The proceeds will go for 2015 mission projects and a 2016 work mission trip that is on the drawing board. OUR MINISTRY TOGETHER Recap of 2014 Mission Activity at MUMC BGs (Young Adults Class) Food collection for Butler Soup Kitchen Clothing collection for Hope House Soap and Shampoo collection for Butler Soup Kitchen Operation Christmas Child: 15 filled shoeboxes Genesis Sunday School Class Financial donation for MMDC work mission trip Financial donation for Butler Soup Kitchen (bowl-a-thon) Financial donation for Hancock Co. Food Pantry Financial donation for expenses for Pendleton party Gift card for Bethany Bobb’s nursing assistant Some members sat weekly with Bethany Bobb continued Our Ministry Together, continued Financial donation for Main Street Food Pantry, Fortville Financial donation towards hats and mittens Financial donation to Operation Classroom’s Grant Program Financial donation for Lebanon UM Children’s Home Financial donation to the Prayer Quilt ministry Some members were Salvation Army bell ringers YACS Sunday School Class Financial donation of child’s tuition for Celebration Day Care Gift Card for a family in need Financial donation to the Hancock Mental Health Association Financial donation to the Buck Creek Fire Department Financial donation toward expenses for the MMDC work mission Financial donation to the Elevator Fund Financial donation to Butler Soup Kitchen Donated cabinets for the BG’s classroom Financial support for David Roney in Latvia Some members were Salvation Army bell ringers 3D Sunday School Class Financial donation to Salvation Army Financial donation to Butler Soup Kitchen Financial donations to three Ingalls area families Financial donation for mission trip Some members were Salvation Army bell ringers Youth & Sunday Night Alive SNA donated to the MMDC work mission trip Youth collected money for the Souper Bowl of Caring Youth helped assemble pizzas for the MMDC mission trip fundraiser Youth’s S.S. collections went to the Lebanon UM Children’s Home Mohawk UMC Congregation Supported Hancock County Food Pantry through donation of food and paper goods on an on-going basis Donated items for care packages to our college students Contributed $172.54 to the Souper Bowl of Caring Donated Easter baskets to the Hancock County Food Pantry Donated school supplies for the Hancock County Backpack Attack Some members participated in the MMDC Work Mission trip Some donated baby quilts to send to MMDC Donated 25 filled shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child Donated cookies for the Christmas party at the Pendleton Juvenile Correction Facility and also assisted with the party Donated hats and mittens for the children of the Head Start programs in Hancock County Some members were Salvation Army bell ringers
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