Our worship series beginning January 6/10th (Wednesday/Sunday) and running through Easter will center on the Gospel of Luke. The story from Luke’s perspective, actually began with the Advent scriptures. In January, February and March we will learn more about the life of Jesus, his teaching, his miracles, his parables and his deep love for humanity. During the season of Lent we will follow Jesus and his journey to the cross.
To help you get the most out of this worship series I encourage you to bring your own Bible with you to worship. A good study Bible will help you understand the historical context (where did the story take place, what were the customs, what did particular words/phrases mean) and make application to our lives today.
Here are a few study Bibles I would recommend:
Life Application Study Bible
Oxford Annotated Bible
Harper-Collins Study BibleMost of these Bibles come in several different translations: NRSV (New Revised Standard Version) NIV (New International Version), NLT (New Living Translation), KJV (King James Version) etc. You may have a favorite translation you like to use.
If you want to read in more contemporary language, less for deep Biblical study and more for devotional reading you may want to try Eugene Peterson’s translation called, “The Message Remix”.
January worship:
1/3 & 1/7 – Epiphany – The Visit of the Magi. Communion – Pastor Karen Bruins
1/10 & 1/14 – Dear Theophilus – Luke 1 – Pastor Karen Bruins
1/17 & 1/21 – The Spirit of the Lord is Upon Me– Luke 4:14-21
1/24 (Wednesday night) – Special worship service focusing on hymns and songs that use Luke’s Gospel.
1/28 (Sunday) – The Prophet Rejected in His Hometown – Luke 4:21-30. Bishop Sally Dyck preaching at the 8:00, 9:00 and 10:30 services.
SPECIAL GUEST PREACHER
Sunday, January 28, 2007
8:00, 9:00 & 10:30 servicesWe welcome Bishop Sally Dyck to Rosemount UMC. Bishop Dyck is the resident bishop of the Minnesota Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Bishop Dyck is an inspiring preacher and teacher.
Meet the Bishop
The Rev. Sally Dyck came to lead in the Minnesota Area on Sept. 1, 2004. In July 2004, she was elected to the episcopacy (office of bishop) in the North Central Jurisdiction with two other new bishops.Up to that point Bishop Dyck served as an elder in the East Ohio Conference. She was superintendent of East Ohio's Wooster District from 1997 to 2003. She served on the board of directors for the General Board of Global Ministries, and was elected to the Central Committee of the World Council of Churches in 2006.
She received theological training from Boston University School of Theology (M.Div., 1978), University of Geneva/World Council of Churches (graduate certificate, 1978), and United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio (D.Min., Black Church Studies, 1989). She was ordained an elder in 1981 in East Ohio.
"Wherever I am in ministry, I envision a community of people studying scripture, exercising the disciplines of our faith, and discovering the joy of sharing faith with others through word and deed," Bishop Dyck told members of the North Central Jurisdictional Conference in 2004. "As a result, my vision is that the UMC and its membership will become a spiritually vital and energized body of believers who make a difference in every community as well as the world."
She has been married to the Rev. Kenneth Ehrman, a United Methodist elder, since 1976.
Making room for more on Sunday Morning....
We are excited to tell you about a new worship service on which a team of staff and lay people are working! As a church that is living out the Great Commission, to reach more with the Good News of Christ Jesus, we need to make more room in Sunday morning worship. A team containing representatives from many ministry areas in the church, is working through the logistics of beginning a traditional style worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays in the Family Life Center, targeted for fall of 2007. There are many considerations to work through, so we could even use a few more on our team. This will be a great opportunity for us to expand our church family and connect more in our community to the Word of God. Get ready to join the effort, through volunteering, ushering, using your musical talents and even attending this worship time. If you have questions, contact Lori Maser at lmaser@rosemountumc.org or see us at the Service Fair January 21st. We'll keep you posted!
Charge Conference
A Charge Conference will be held Thursday January 4th at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the Charge Conference is to discuss purchase of property adjacent to the church parking lot for the purposes of future ministry/parking needs.
This notice is given in accordance with the Book of Discipline, paragraph 248.
New Member Class
A new member class will be held on Saturday, January 20, from 8:30 - noon, for those interested in joining RUMC. We will cover what it means to be a United Methodist, as well as a building tour and a brief overview of the many different programs that are offered here.
Brunch will be served. If you will need child care. please contact the church office by Wednesday, January 17th. There is no cost to you. If you are interested, or have questions, please contact the church office (651-423-2475), or Jim or Dawn Dibley (651-423-5392 or jdibley@rosemountumc.org).We are also looking for volunteers to become mentors to the new members. It is a short-term commitment, which will involve coming to the class, and helping to introduce them to folks with similar interests. If you are interested, please contact Jim or Dawn Dibley.
From the Outreach TeamSome of you who watch CNN, HGTV or the Weather Channel may have noticed ads, placed by the United Methodist Church, that were on in December. We will be sharing some of these TV ads during worship, beginning in January, during the Invitation Minute. We will also be sharing some stories of how people have been invited to RUMC, as well as some ideas on how we can become even more welcoming to guests. Thanks. Jim Dibley, Outreach Chair
From your Stewardship Committee
RUMC Giving Statements
You should have received a summary of your 2006 giving in the mail. This statement is mailed in December to give you an up-to-date summary of your giving for the year. Some of us don't closely track the weekly offerings and may discover from the December statement that we're a week or two behind in our 2006 pledge. This month is a great chance to "catch up," and often makes a difference in whether RUMC will be able to make all of our Apportionment payments for 2006.
The Finance Committee extends a big "THANK YOU" to each and every one of you for your faithful support of Rosemount United Methodist Church's ministries!! You ALL make a difference!
Taking the Next Step
Thank you to all of you who have submitted your pledge cards for 2007. Many of you seem to be Taking the Next Step Toward Tithing!
If you have not yet filled yours out, the Finance Committee would deeply appreciate your doing so, as we are trying to put the budget together for next year. We need to know what revenues the church can expect before we can decide what we'll be able to spend in 2007 to share the Word of God. Pledge cards can be found by the name tags in the Narthex or in the pew racks. Or you can give Sandra Pearman a call (651-423-2475) or email her at spearman@rosemountumc.org. Thank you!!
Help us save money!
Postage and paper costs continue to rise!! We'd like to communicate with you by email, but we need your email address! Please fill out the blue card in the pew rack and drop it in the offering plate or send an email to Sheryl at soconnell@rosemountumc.org . Thanks!
QUILTS OF VALOR- a new group is forming at Rosemount UMC for those who quilt or are interested in quilting. Through “Quilts of Valor” ,groups every wounded American soldier receives a quilt. Many heart-warming stories are told by wounded veterans about what this gift has meant for their spirit and recovery. If you would like to be part of such a ministry, or get more information about this unique ministry, call Vivian Smithburg (651) 322-4563. Vivian is one or our newest church members. An organizational meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at 3:00 pm in the conference room.
GETTING TO KNOW JESUS
Jesus was a humble, yet powerful and complex man. He delivered a simple message. He confused and angered the religious leaders of his time and yet he inspired his followers to risk their lives to spread the Good News and establish his Church. Groups are forming in January that will look more closely at this man that the early Church described as both fully HUMAN and fully DIVINE. “Jesus, the Early Years” is part of the “Understanding the Savior Series”. It focuses on the first 8 chapters of the Gospel of Mark and will last for 13 weeks (January – March). There are three opportunities to participate: Sundays, 9:00-10:00 a.m., Sundays, 10:30-11:30 and Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. No homework or preparation time is needed—only regular attendance at the one hour sessions. There are numerous children and youth activites available during these class times. The leader is Rev. Rick Ormsby; he may be reached at church (651) 423-2475 ext.209 or at his home (507) 333-2770.
In Our CommunityGrowing Through Loss
The Interdenominational Coalition of South Suburban Churches, comprised of 15 churches "south of the river", is pleased to present a five-week series entitled "Growing Through Loss". Join us for one or all sessions on Tuesday evenings, January 23 through February 20, 2007, from 6:30 to 9:00, at Prince of Peace Church, 13901 Fairview Drive, Burnsville. Donation per session is $3.00. Please call Joyce Besser, 952-898-9353 or 952-898-9393, if you have questions.
The following is a list of the dates, the topics and the speakers:Special Family Night - January 23- "Supporting Grieving Youth" - for Children, Parents and Grandparents. Rev. BJ Larson, M.Div, Chaplain, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Lisa Hansen, MA, Youth Grief Coordinator, Youth Grief Services, Pat Ruddle, MA, Youth Grief Coordinator, Youth Grief Services. ** Pre-registration is required ** Call 952-892-2111 to register.
January 30- “The Many Faces of Grief”- Joyce Besser, MARL, Associate Director of Vital Aging Ministries, Prince of Peace
February 6- “Oh God, Where Art Thou?” Marty Shanahan, MA., M.Div., Deacon, Pastoral Associate, Church of St. Peter, MendotaFebruary 13- “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to my Crisis” Brenda Elsagher, Speaker, Humorist and Author, Member of Mary, Mother of the Church
February 20- "Soulful Stories from Helpful Hearts" Panel discussion, facilitated by Jennie Lightfoot, Spiritual Care Ministry, Prince of Peace, Mary Christopherson (Loss of Spouse), Marty Lee (Loss of Spouse), Mary Sue Berg (Loss of Health)
Worship Ministry News
Spring into step starting January! Grab your partner for a special 5 course ballroom dance program. Learn some fun Latin, Swing and standard ballroom dances. Classes will meet every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, starting January 5th thru March 2nd, from 7 pm until 8:30 pm. The cost is only $50 per couple and all proceeds support the Worship Arts Ministry. Registration is required, so contact Terry Field, at (651)423-2475 ext. 216 or via e-mail at tfield@rosemountumc.org
Moving Spirit Dance Ministry will gather again beginning Sunday, January 14th from 4 until 5 pm. We will be preparing for an early Lent program and late spring special program TBA at the meeting! If you are interested in joining the dance ministry, please contact Terry Field, at (651)423-2475 ext. 216 or via e-mail at tfield@rosemountumc.org
Would you check your closets? We need your help. Drama Ministry is missing several 1st century (time of Jesus) costumes. Please drop them off (clean) to the office. Thanks!
Discovery Avenue Children's Ministry News
December was a busy time for Children’s Ministries as well as festive! Family Fellowship hosted a wonderful family birthday party to Jesus. The Christmas program was engaging and meaningful with the telling of Jesus’ birth. Children’s offerings and family donations to Operation Christmas Child totaled 72 boxes for children in need this Christmas. Children’s Ministries hosted a Cokesbury bookfair which will enable us to provide approximately $200 in camp scholarships this summer. GDK Preschool held its annual Christmas program with lots of songs and smiling preschoolers. What a blessed time.
January will welcome everyone back to church school starting on Wednesday, January 3 and Sunday, January 7. Parents’ Night Out is January 13 so be sure to sign up at the Children’s Welcome table. Parents’ Morning Out continues every Wednesday with sign up at the Children’s Welcome table.
Zone 56 News
Zone 56 just finished a unit on “Making a World of Difference.” We also had a rip-roaring Christmas celebration with the residents at Cameo Place where we sang Christmas carols and played BINGO.
We’re excited for the new year because starting on January 3 as we begin 5 weeks of Bible Quizzing with Club 78. Zone 56ers should be studying their Old Testament guide that was passed out on December 13. This will be a great way to learn more about the bible, test your knowledge both at home and at church and have a blast! Questions? Talk to Karen Klekner, Zone 56 Director
God’s Discovery Kids Preschool
Come join the fun! GDK is a preschool located in the RUMC Discovery Avenue. We are licensed by the MN Department of Human Services and specialize in immersing preschoolers in God’s love while preparing them for success in Kindergarten. Registration for the 2007-2008 school year will take place at the beginning of February.
The following classes will be offered next year:
4 -year-olds (4 by Sept. 1) 9:30 – 12:00 MWF or TWTh $120 per month
3-year-olds (3 by Sept. 1) 9:30 – 12:00 TTh $95 per month
Young 3’s (3 by Dec. 1) 9:30 – 12:00 F $70 per month
5-year-olds (5 by Dec. 1) 1:00 – 3:30 MTWTh $145 per monthRegistration will take place for returning families on January 31 and February 21. Registration for new families will take place on Sunday, February 4, 2007. There is a $55 per child registration fee. Scholarships are available. For more information contact Wendy Riphenburg at wriphenburg@rosemountumc.org or pick up a brochure at the children’s ministries table in the narthex
Monday, January 1st, 2007- There will be NO NOOMA NIGHT!! See you for NOOMA Night on February 5th
Wednesday, January 3rd - Club 78 (for 7th & 8th graders) meets from 6:30pm – 8pm. Bible Quizzing begins! Make sure that you read through your Old Testament Study guides!! Please take some time to read through your regulations and guidelines
Sunday, January 7th - Sr. High Youth – GOSPEL Journey Part 3 – Join us for part three of the Gospel Journey. (Our Sins Separate Us From God.) Join us for this unscripted reality series with seven very different students on a quest to understand the gospel message straight from pages of scripture. Don’t miss this next session! C U There!!
Wednesday, January 10th - Club 78 (for 7th & 8th graders) meets from 6:30-8pm. This week is round 2 of competition! Make sure that if you are memorizing scripture to have your parents initial by the scripture that you have memorized! Bring you study pamphlets with you!! Please don’t lose them! You will need them!
Sunday, January 14th - Sr. High Youth – GOSPEL Journey Part 4 – Join us for part four of the Gospel Journey. (Sins Cannot Be Removed By Good Deeds.) Join us for this unscripted reality series with seven very different students on a quest to understand the gospel message straight from pages of scripture. Don’t miss this next session! C U There!!
Wednesday, January 17th - Club 78 (for 7th & 8th graders) meets from 6:30-8pm. This week is round 3 of the Bible Quizzing Competition! Keep on working! Once you get scripture in your head it will move to your heart! See you at the competition!
Sunday, January 21st - Sr. High Youth – GOSPEL Journey Part 5 – Join us for part 5 of the Gospel Journey. (Paying the Price for Sin Jesus Died and Rose Again.) Join us for this unscripted reality series with seven very different students on a quest to understand the gospel message straight from pages of scripture. Don’t miss this next session! C U There!!
Sunday, January 21st - Your registration and deposits are due for Duluth and Queens this summer! See details at the end of these calendar listings!
Wednesday, January 24th - Club 78 (for 7th & 8th graders) meets from 6:30-8pm. This week is the fourth and final round of the Bible Quizzing Competition! Keep on working! Once you get scripture in your head it will move to your heart! See you at the competition! Next week will be the championship round between the top two small groups from Bible Quizzing!
Sunday, January 28th - Sr. High Youth – GOSPEL Journey Part 6 – Join us for part 6 of the Gospel Journey. (Everyone Who Trusts in Him Alone Has Eternal Life) Join us for this unscripted reality series with seven very different students on a quest to understand the gospel message straight from pages of scripture. Don’t miss this next session! C U There!!
Wednesday, January 31st - Club 78 (for 7th & 8th graders) meets from 6:30-8pm. This is Bible Quizzing Championship night!! Top two teams go head to head for the ultimate crown of Bible Quizzing Champions for 2007!! Join us for the gridiron match up!!
Looking ahead…
Sunday, February 4th - All youth in grades 7 – 12 are invited to our Super Bowl Party in the Family Life Center! Event takes place from 5pm-10pm. Join us for the game on the 8ft. screen and concert sound! There will be trivia, games, the big game, and more! Hope to see you all there!
Monday, February 5th - NOOMA Night – this event is for all 8th & 9th graders and their mentors! Join us upstairs in the ATTIC at 6pm! Evening concludes at 7pm!
YOU ARE INVITED…
To a winter weather fellowship event with other students from all parts of the metro area!! You are invited to join us for the Buck Hill Ski Lock-In. Students in grades 7 -12 are invited! It will be on Friday, February 2, 2007 from 10pm – 6am. Cost for the evening will be $35. The fee includes lift, rentals – skiing or snowboarding, games & movies. Does NOT include tubing or food from the cafeteria. Non – skiing youth may attend the event for a $10 fee.) PLEASE TURN IN FEE AND REGISTRATION FORM TO JOSH BY SUNDAY, JANUARY 14!!Mission Trip opportunities this summer!!
Middle School Mission trip to Duluth, MN.
Who: Students going into 7th grade through students who have completed 8th grade
What: A week long trip to Duluth, Mn.
When: August 5th – 10th
Cost: $310 / person
How to sign up: Turn in registration form along with a $150 non refundable deposit. Registration and non refundable deposit due 1/21/07! Space is limited! First come – first served! Hope you can join us!High School Mission Trip to Queens, NY
Who: entering 9th grade through graduating Seniors
What: A week long trip to Queens, New York
When: July 7th – 14th
Cost: $550 / person
How to sign up: Turn in registration form along with a $225 non refundable deposit. Registration and non refundable deposit due 1/21/07! Space is limited! First come – first served! Hope you can join us!Why do we go on missions trips? To grow closer to God and one another as we reach beyond ourselves to serve fellow residents in Queens and Duluth, offering them love and hope we have in Jesus Christ!
Elevation Student Ministries – Rosemount United Methodist Church – We are ONE but, we are not the same, we get to carry each other!
Mission NewsThe Clothing Ministry at North UMC provides free clothing to homeless or low income people in their neighborhood. Right now, they are very low on clothing. They are especially in need of children's clothing and adult extended sizes. If you have any new or gently used clothing you could donate, please drop it in the bin marked Clothing Closet.
The Clothing Ministry at North UMC could use volunteers to help sort clothing and help the customers find what they are looking for. The next date the clothing ministry is open is Saturday, January 6 from 9am - noon. If you are interested in helping, please call Brenda Lawrence at (651)454-6117. We can carpool from the church at 8:15.
UMW News2006 Holiday Bazaar Report –Janet Ewing
God is so good! Several years ago Lisa Pittman and I marked several boxes of craft items “ do not use until 2006” and stored them away. God must have known this was the year they were needed. Thank you, God. It was a surprise to have a busload of tourists stop and shop after seeing the outdoor signs. The Simpson UMW ladies split their items between Woodbury and us, and the 10% we received was a little over ninety-three dollars. Thank you, God. And I thank you and praise God for all who participated!!!! It would take a whole page to list your names. You mad
e it a success!
According to ticket numbers we served 218 bowls of soup (190 last year), five refills, 180 pieces of pie (154 last year), and 3 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Twenty-three quilts were sold this year (33 last year). The profits of $ 7300 plus will be used for the 2007 budget and pledge of the Rosemount United Methodist Women to the Women’s Division of the UMC. Giving to UMW reaches 120 countries and more than 2 million people in the USA each year.Piecemakers Report f
or 2006
Baby, youth, doll, lap robes –75 Many by Audrey Jorgenson
Twin – 17 Full - 4 Queen – 15 King - 7Thank you for fabric donations and donations of used jeans for the jean quilts.
To learn more about the United Methodist Women’s Organization:
1. Check out these two web sites: www.umwmissions.org or www.minnesotaumc.org click on missions, scroll down to UMW.
2. Attend the Metro East UMW District Meeting: Sat. January 27, Arlington Hills UMC, Maplewood. See the UMW calendar for more information.
3. Pick up information at the UMW Kiosk in the narthex. It has DVD’s and CD’s, which tell the UMW story and the Handbooks from the Women’s Division. Response magazines cover issues and missions and frequently tell a story from a different viewpoint than the public media. Please use the clip board to sign-out material if you take it home and try to return it in a week. Janet Ewing, RUMW President
Prayer Lists and Announcements
Please pray for the following members and friends of our congregation:
Candice Wolf Greg & Sharon
Tim Berghuis Deb Basurto’s brother
Wes Hasbrouck
Jeanie
Anne Hasbrouck
Chris Pearman
Dale Thelemann
Trevor
Dick Boucher
Lloyd and Teresa Nelson
Rev. Norman Lidke
Lori Mosher Claussen
Elaine Lidke Heather David Steele Laurel John & Judy McEachran Shirley Amy Taylor Bob Erickson
We extend our sympathy and prayers to:
New Baby
We celebrate the joy of birth: Charles (Charlie) Thomas Hagen was born December 20th to Scott & Heather Hagen. Proud grandparents are Deb & Malcolm Basurto.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Amanda Reding who graduated Dec. 15 from St. Thomas with degrees in English and Elementary Education K-8 with specialty in Communications, Arts & Literature. Amanda is the daughter of Bob & Vicki Reding.
Happy Birthday
On Monday, January 15, Josie Sacripant will be 94. Let's all greet her by sending cards to:
Josie Sacripant
4690 129th Street W
Apple Valley MN 55124
December Baptisms
On December 31st, Allan Thomas Uitenbogerd (born November 23), 2004 and Paulina Tran Uitenbogerd, (born Feb 11, 2003) will be baptized. They are son and daughter of Dean and Sara Uitenbogerd. Their sponsors are Deb and Bob Horacka.
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