Weekly Messenger - September 24, 2021 |
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Making and nurturing disciples of Jesus Christ to serve the community and the world |
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How to see all the people…
Friends, it has been a good season to reflect with Jesus and our congregation about how we can “see” all the people of our families, communities, and world, with Jesus’ eyes and heart. How can we continue to cultivate his compassionate, generous, and forgiving regard for others, as we pass by and meet folks and hear of folks each day?
Maybe it’s a second look, after a passing glance. Maybe it’s a count to 10 to think of what Jesus might say or do, for someone we usually over-look (or look over). Maybe it’s a time in prayer to consider creative ways we can engage with our more difficult friends or family who are on “the other side” from us in various matters. Centering our sight on what REALLY matters... Read the rest of Lisa's Message here.
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Sunday Worship Services
September 26, 2021
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Join us for our Worship Services
Indoor worship service in our sanctuary at 9:00 am.
This week our service will be livestreamed!
The service will be posted later on Facebook.
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In all this talk of seeing all the different kinds of people that Jesus sees and helps, what about us? Yes, some people suffer and need healing through no fault of their own, but there are also plenty of people who made their misery, should they get help before the people who do everything right and play by the rules? Perhaps when Pastor Rob preaches on this familiar story it can help shed some light on the question 'what about me?’
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Can you still watch VHS tapes? Would you like some early childhood Christian VHS tapes? Go to the Children's library (directly next to the Elementary Faith Builders classroom, and take whatever VHS tapes you would like. We are going to be throwing the rest out in October.
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YOUTH GROUP
Upcoming Events
All Events are combined Junior / Senior High unless otherwise noted.
Sep. 25: Disc Golf- 1:00 pm - Links at Wheeler Park
Oct. 8: Tailgate Event for Batavia / Geneva Football game, Families welcome – 4:30 pm- ?? –
Senior Pastor Parsonage
Oct. 24: Escape Room – Time TBD – iPanic Escape Room St. Charles
Oct. 30 or 31: Rake and Run in Halloween costume - Times TBD
Nov. TBD: Hesed House assistance—Possible multiple dates based on Jr and Sr High requirements
Dec. 11: Cookie Decorating Contest – Time TBD – UMCG Youth/Gathering Room. We will supply the basic ingredients, you supply the creativity
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EVENTS AND SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Dear UMCG family,
Our Staff Parish Relations Committee is sad to announce that Denise Clementz will be resigning as our Director of Youth Ministries in pursuit of other opportunities with her primary employer. Denise's last Sunday with us will be October 3rd.
For the past four years, Denise has faithfully served UMCG working with numerous families and helping to renovate our youth program with Ministry Architects. We are grateful for the time God has given us together and we wish Denise and Maria all of God’s blessings in this next chapter of their lives.
SPRC will be working with the Youth Council, the Renovation Team and families to determine how to best support this transition and to support our Youth Ministry going forward.
Please lift Denise in prayer and share your gratitude for her ministry with us.
Keith Eakins and the rest of the Staff-Parish Relations Committee
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CLEANOUT REQUESTED BY TRUSTEES
In anticipation of the upcoming painting and flooring project, the Trustees are asking all of the “owners” of spaces in the Church (offices, classrooms, closets, gathering rooms, etc.) to use red tags to identify those items which should be disposed of and white tags for those items which should be recycled. The tags are available on the long table inside of the Church office. We will be working with the Creation Care Team to have a list of known recyclable items available by next week.
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We ask that the tagging be completed by October 9.
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We also ask that anyone available on Saturday, October 16 starting at 9 AM come to the Church to help carry the red-tagged items to a large dumpster which will be in the parking lot adjacent to the west side of the Church. There will be items large and small, heavy and light, so there will be something for everyone
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VOLUNTEER FOR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BUILD DAY IN BATAVIA ON OCTOBER 16!
Pastor Lisa is coordinating a build day with volunteers from UMCG at the Habitat for Humanity Homes that are currently being built in Batavia. There are a limited number of openings. Contact Pastor Lisa if you are interested in participating and click on this link for more information and registration information. |
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Sign Up to Provide Altar Flowers |
If you'd like to place flowers in worship on a Sunday in memory of loved ones or in celebration of special events, please sign up for a date using the link below.
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PASTORAL CARE
If you or someone you know is in the hospital and would like a visit or phone call from one of our pastors, please phone the church at 630-232-7120. On weekends, please call one of them on their cell numbers. Hospitals no longer make that call for you due to HIPAA privacy laws. We want to see you and pray with you before, during and after your stay or your loved one's stay if you would like that.
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Hundreds up people volunteered to cleanup the Fox River at 20 different sites on the Fox River! UMCG members helped with cleanups in both Geneva and Batavia and had a ball! Lots of unique items were found and we enjoyed the additional perks of beautiful views of the Fox River and nature! We hope you can mark your calendars to join us for the cleanup in 2022! |
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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES |
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JOB OPENING - PLEASE SHARE! |
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NURSERY COORDINATOR
The United Methodist Church of Geneva is looking for an individual to serve as the Nursery Coordinator. This person would be responsible for providing a welcoming, safe, nurturing, Spirit-led presence in the nursery for infants through age 3. This individual would be responsible for the care of children, supplies for the nursery and care for the equipment and materials throughout the nursery.
This individual would provide direction to any nursery assistant(s), and they would report needs and concerns to the Director of Children’s Ministry.
We are seeking someone who has education and/or experience with infants and toddlers and can provide a calm, safe, appropriate and comfortable environment for young children.
Full description can be found on our website genevaumc.org. Contact Keith Eakins, Staff Parish Relations Committee Chair [email protected] or Julie Popplewell, Director of Children’s Ministries [email protected]. |
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Each Wednesday our Rev. Mary Gay McKinney posts a devotional message to our Facebook Page at 12 pm. They are also available on our Website.
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Check out our UMCG Friday Music Feature at 12pm on Facebook! |
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NEWS FROM THE UMC COMMUNITY |
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The NIC weekly eNews is here.
The NIC September Reporter is available here.
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SUBMIT YOUR INFORMATION FOR ENEWS AND MESSENGER |
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Submit information each week by Wednesday at 12pm for inclusion in Bulletin Announcements or the Weekly Messenger. Please use the submission form. This form can also be found on the sign-ups page on our website. You may also send them to [email protected]. Information sent to this email goes to Carolyn, Debbie, and Lorie. Thanks!
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211 Hamilton Street
Geneva, IL 60134
Phone: (630) 232-7120
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