Rosemount United Methodist ChurchNovember 2007 E-News
Rosemount United Methodist Church
November 2007 E-News
14770 Canada Ave*Rosemount, MN, 55068*www.rosemountumc.org *651-423-2752
Dear Rosemount UMC Members and Friends,
This past spring we, as a congregation, were challenged with the huge undertaking of renovating the Family Life Center “So All May Worship”, ensuring that we stay warm by installing a new boiler, expansion of our mission’s projects, and continued outreach to the community through expanded media outlets. Our generosity and hard work has paid off. We have a beautiful new worship space and the boiler is currently being installed!! We should all be proud of our efforts.
Let’s keep the momentum going as we move into the 2008 Stewardship Campaign, taking into consideration our daily operational needs. The Finance Committee is asking that we continue on our journey in “Taking the Next Step Toward Tithing” together as a congregation so that God’s work can continue and grow at Rosemount UMC. Please prayerfully ask God to guide all of us in making our tithe, our pledge to the ministry of God through Rosemount UMC.
Rosemount UMC currently operates on a $1.1 million budget and is expected to grow to almost $1.2 million for 2008. Listed below are some of our larger monthly operating expenses:
| Employee salary and benefits: | $30,000 | Utilities: | $5,500 |
| Mortgage: | $25,000 | Maintenance: | $1,500 |
| Apportionments: | $8,000 | Insurance: | $1,300 |
Beginning in 2008, the Building Fund will be rolled into the Operating Fund for a Combined Operating and Building Fund. When submitting your pledge card, we ask that you add your building contributions to your operating pledge. Rolling the funds together will alleviate the administration burden of managing multiple accounts. Capital Campaign contributions are a separate donation and are not part of the annual stewardship drive.
Dedication of our pledges will take place on Wednesday, November 14th and
Sunday, November 18th. Cake will be served during coffee hour to celebrate our gifts. The Finance Team would like to ask that you complete your pledges as soon as you are able so that our budgeting process can be as complete and accurate as possible.
Again, thank you for your prayers, presence, and generosity.
In Christ,
The Finance Team
| Michelle Jara, Chair | Mike Goldammer | Tami Luckhardt |
| Patty Billings | Nancy Knoepke | Sheryl O’Connell |
| Pastor Karen Bruins | Peter Lawrence | Doc Richardson |
 Rosemount UMC took the “PLUNGE” again this year! We had over 365 people serving! Thanks for being the hands and feet of Jesus in Rosemount, Apple Valley and across the Twin Cities! |
Special thanks go to the Site Leaders who guided our 19 teams in serving:
Annual Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, Nov. 17 th 9am-2pm. 9a-11a Coffee Shop: Homemade cinnamon rolls & coffee
11a-1p Luncheon: Our famous Eleven Bean and Ham Soup, Turkey & Rice Soup and homemade pie slices!
Fri., Nov. 16- Prepare the soup and set-up the facility
Sat., Nov. 17- Cashiering or serving food
Donations needed : Soup ingredients, your favorite holiday treats or pies for the Bake Shop, crafts of handwork, fabric or woodwork
How do I sign-up to help with the Bazaar? The Sign-Up Notebook is on the table in the narthex or you can call the church office during business hours (M-Th from 8a-3p.) 651-423-2475
In addition to our traditional bazaar baked goods, crafts, and quilts; we are pleased to offer tables to crafters/business persons at our upcoming church bazaar, Saturday, November 17th. Persons interested in purchasing table space should call Bonnie Student (952-432-8024) or Laurie Fosburgh (953-432-4849) for information.
New Member Class
A new member class will be held on Saturday, November 3, 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 an overview of the many different programs that are offered here. Brunch will be served. If you are interested, or have questions, please contact the church office with any child care needs at 651-423-2475 or office@rosemountumc.org by Wednesday Oct 31.
Tim Lemmens is coming back again this year! Mark your calendar for Friday, Nov 9th for this awesome event! Tim and his band will be here to share some great music and time with us! Rosemount UMC’s own Josh Corbett will be opening for Tim Lemmens and band! Concert will be at 7pm in the Family Life Center! There are no tickets necessary! This is a free event! Invite your neighbors and friends! (There will be a free will offering taken that night – suggested cost per person is $10) See you at the Concert!
Calling all Church Elves!
VaBus News
| Q: What is a VaBus? | A: It's a vehicle that some would say is half-way between a van and a bus. It's the name that was given to our 18 passenger church bus that was purchased about five years ago. |
| Q: Oh, is that the bus that has DARTS decals on it that used to be parked in our parking lot? | A: Not any more! Rosemount UMC youth, Shannon Hanson's Girl Scout troop, Troop 1090 (consisting of five 9th grade girls) for their Silver Award Project, has been working hard removing decals and preparing the bus to be painted. |
| Q: Where is the bus now? | A: It used to be parked in the church parking lot however, because of vandalism, is now kept at the Schuelke's house. |
Q: So is it available for people to use? |
A: Certainly. The painting and new decals still need to be done but it is definitely working and usable. Just check with the church office. |
Gerry Vuchetich, a member of Rosemount UMC, is pursuing certification as a candidate for Licensed Ministry. Paragraph 247.9 of the Discipline calls for a Charge Conference to examine and recommend candidates for ministry. Paragraph 310.2b gives instruction for how a Charge Conference recommends a candidate. It shall be “approved by written ballot by two-thirds of the charge conference present at this meeting”
Church Conference Announcement
A Church Conference has been scheduled for Monday January 28, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the Church Conference will be to receive reports from ministry areas, clergy, certified lay speakers, membership report, and to vote on the election of members of the Board of Trustees. We will also receive an update on the “So All May Worship” capital campaign.
UNITED METHODIST INFORMATION – Did you know?
The United Methodist Church is governed by the Book of Discipline which prescribes how we carry out our church business. The Book of Discipline outlines two avenues for the organization and administration of the church: the Charge Conference and the Church Conference.
What is the difference between a Charge Conference and a Church Conference? The primary difference is who has authority to vote. At either a Church Conference or a Charge Conference all persons have the right to speak.
A Charge Conference is a smaller voting body that is made up of the members of the Administrative Council. The Discipline prescribes that some issues (like the certification of candidates for Licensed or Ordained Ministry) come before a Charge Conference.
A Church Conference is open for all members of the church to vote on issues presented to the Church Conference.
A church must request written permission from the District Superintendent to hold a Charge or Church Conference. An ordained Elder who is not appointed to that local church presides over the conference. At Rosemount UMC we have two retired clergy, Rev. Norman Lidke and Rev. Rick Ormsby, who are able to fill this role for us.
Salvation Army Bell Ringing is scheduled for Sat, December 15, at Cub Foods in Rosemount. This will be from 10:00-3:00 at the entrance door. A sign up sheet will be available in the narthex. For more information contact Chris Bishop 952-423-432-0903; bish5@frontiernet.net
New Horizons of Edina is offering a wonderful discount to our members/attendees. You may take any Business Applications class for $150 (applicable on classes with a retail value of $245 to $315). This is valid on classes taken until the end of the year, one class per person. Contact Toni Olson at 952-896-6823 to sign up. Check out newhorizonsmn.com.
$$$$ Summer Slowdown...Fall Catch up! $$$
Giving to the Operating and Building Funds slowed over the summer. The Finance Committee asks if you're behind on your pledge, please bring it up-to-date as soon as possible. If you have questions about where you stand on your pledge, please call Sandra Pearman at 651-423-2475.
Adult Life News-"Journey with a FoCUS on Christ"
| New Young Adult Group - Meetings on the 1st & 3rd Sundays at 6:30-8:00 p.m., beginning Sep 16th. This group is aimed at those of you who are somewhere between college and your early thirties (or anyone who considers themselves a young adult!) Come join this new group as we get to know each other and God through fellowship, conversation, study, and whatever else we decide to do! Bring your friends—new people are always welcome! Contact Brooke Heerwald 651.423.2475 x209 bheerwald@rosemountumc.org |  Alpha-We are putting together an Alpha committee to organize our next offering of the Alpha course, which is scheduled for next winter. If you are interested in being a part of the committee, contact Sherrie Holck 952.423.4550 or Nathaniel Jones 952.210.7014. |
African Fellowship - The African Fellowship meets monthly and is open to anyone with interest in and concerns for the people and countries of Africa. We gather monthly and are in the process of defining our mission and ministry. Contact Pastor Rick Ormsby. rormsby@rosemountumc.org or 651-423-2475, x215 |
Adult Bible Study on Sundays 10:10 am -11:10am in the Conference Room. Newcomers always welcome. Contact is Dennis Lund nlund@charter.net. |
"Faith Lessons"- adult Bible study held Sundays 10:20 am-11:20 am in room D120 beginning September 16. Contact Gerry Vuchetich at gvuchetich@rosemountumc.org |
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*Cost includes 10 sweltering work days in Bamboo, building four classrooms for a thriving pre-school run by Ebenezer Methodist Church. You will take cold showers, sleep in bunk beds, dormitory style and listening to Rick’s snoring. No TV, no air-conditioning. But you will meet some fantastic children and make Jamaican friends. You’ll come to love a beautiful Caribbean island and see it in a way that is missed by tourists. |
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♥♥ In Search of
Saturday November 10th
Christmas Cantata Choir begins November 7th. Be a part of a wonderful RUMC tradition and sing in the choir for the Christmas cantata, Canticle of Joy, by Joseph Martin. Rehearsals are held on Wed. nights beginning November 7th at 7:15pm. The dress rehearsal will be on Sat., Dec.15th from 2-5p. The Cantata is Sunday, Dec.16th at 9a, 10:30a and 7p. This is a wonderful way to experience the JOY of the Christmas season!
KFC Choir Director Needed - The 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade Kids for Christ Choir needs a leader. The group meets Wednesday evenings from 6:15-7:00 pm. Contact Terry Field if you are interested. tfield@rosemountumc.org. We also need an accompanist for the 4yr old-1st grade Sonbeam's choir which meets at the same time.
Happy Thanksgiving! Children’s Ministries is so very thankful for the wonderful children that we have the privilege of teaching, leading, and learning from. We are also thankful for the amazing volunteers/staff who make so many things work; small group leaders, large group leaders, church school office staff, Family Fellowship planners and implementers, parent helpers, youth leaders, childcare providers, and the list goes on. May we all take time to remember what we’re thankful for; enjoy family, friends, and good food!
If you see a 3rd grader and there is a sense of excitement around them, ask them 
“What’s up?” You’re sure to hear they will receive their Bibles at a special banquet just for them and their family. The 3rd Grade Bible Banquet is Saturday, November 10 at 6 p.m. Invitations have been sent so if you are a 3rd grader and did not get the invitation, contact Karen Klekner, Children’s Ministries Director immediately. Fourth graders will be helping to set up, serve, clean up and bring bars in honor of the 3rd graders. Questions? Contact Karen Klekner at kklekner@rosemountumc.org or 651-423-24
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Kids and Parents! The Children’s Christmas Program is just around the corner. We need all hands on deck to make this program as spectacular as always. If anyone can help with drama, music, costumes, treats, shepherding, etc. please contact Karen Klekner. The program will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 9 with rehearsals on 12/2 (tentatively) and 12/8. More info to follow in church school and via e-mail.
Zone 56 kids are finishing a unit on Being a Christian at School. We will begin our next unit, My Family, on Wednesday, November 28. November 14 will be our first “Choose Night” of this year. Parents, be sure to ask your kids what their small group is doing for “Choose Night.” Coming in December will be our annual Christmas Party and caroling at Cameo Place; it is a special evening in which to participate.
Special Announcements!!
Attention 7th & 8th grader students! – JUMYS – November 2nd – 4th – @ the Holiday Inn in St. Cloud, MN. Join over 1,000 Jr. High students from across the state of Minnesota for a weekend of worship, workshops, food, and other great opportunities throughout the weekend. We will gather at Rosemount UMC at 3:45pm on Friday, November 2nd. We will be on the road by 4pm. Please pack a bag dinner for the ride to St. Cloud. We will be stopping for lunch on the way home from JUMY’s so bring some money for that. We will arrive home by around 3pm on Sunday, Nov. 4th. Questions…give Josh a call at 651-423-2475.
REVAMP for High School Students. - November 2nd – 4th in the Twin Cities! Come and join us for a weekend mission trip in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area! Come and join us for a poverty simulation, Christian Hip Hop Concert, serving at local non-profit organizations in the Twin Cities, dinner at Midtown Global Market, serve breakfast to an area church and much more! Please meet at Rosemount UMC at 6pm on Friday night November 2nd. Please eat dinner before you arrive. We will be stopping for lunch on the way home so please bring additional money with you for that. We will be arriving home by no later than 2pm on Sunday, Nov. 4th. Questions…give Josh a call at 651-423-2475.
BRING IN YOUR SHOE BOXES: Shoe boxes are needed for Operation Christmas Child this November. Please bring in your shoe boxes to be used for care package boxes for Operation Christmas Child. We will be collecting items as well as gift wrap to wrap the boxes! Please bring gift wrap and boxes to the ATTIC. We will be working on boxes during youth on Wednesday and Sunday nights through November 15th. So bring in your boxes and gift wrap!! Also, sign up to serve at the processing center on either November 21st and/or November 27th! See Josh to sign up! Adults, parents, and mentors are invited too! Hope you can serve! If you are a parent or mentor and would be willing to drive please contact Josh or write driver next to your name on the sign up sheet! Hope you can join us, there are still some openings left on the sign up sheet!
TIM LEMMENS in Concert!! – Tim Lemmens is coming back again this year! Mark your calendar for Friday, November 9th for this awesome event! Tim and his band will be here to share some great music and time with us! RUMC’s own Josh Corbett will be opening (with some of his original music) for Tim Lemmens and band! Concert will be at 7pm in the Family Life Center! There are no tickets necessary! This is a free event! Invite your neighbors and friends! (There will be a free will offering taken that night – suggested cost per person is $10) See you at the Concert! We are also looking for students and adults to help with set up between 3-4pm on Friday, November 9th. Please contact Josh if you are interested in helping out! Dinner served to those who are willing to help out! 651-423-2475 or email him at jcorbett@rosemountumc.org
Elevation Youth Ministry events for November:
| Sun, Nov 4th – Sr. High Youth (9-12 graders) meets from 6-8pm. Meets upstairs in the ATTIC. (Youth Room) Please wear appropriate clothes for being outside that night and also wear a good pair of walking shoes! See you all there! | Wed, Nov 14th – Club 78 (for 7th & 8th graders) meets 6:30-8pm upstairs in the ATTIC. See you on the Club side! |
| Fri, Nov 2nd – 4th – JUMY’s Weekend in St. Cloud for Middle School Students & Sr. High REVAMP weekend in Minneapolis. For details see above! | Sun, Nov 18th – Sr. High Youth (9-12 graders) meets from 6-8pm. Meets upstairs in the ATTIC. (Youth Room) MOVIE NIGHT! Hope you can join us and see a movie on our new big screen with surround sound! We will have food and beverages that night! See you there! |
| Mon, Nov 5th – NOOMA Night for 8th & 9th grade confirmands and their mentors. Held from 6-7pm upstairs in the Attic.(Youth Space) If your mentor can not make it to the NOOMA Night please attend with a parent. | Tues, Nov 20th – 7:00 pm Youth Council Meeting |
| Wed, Nov 7th – Club 78 (for 7th & 8th graders) meets from 6:30-8pm. Meets upstairs in the ATTIC (Youth Room) – Topic: “Take a Break!” Please wear appropriate clothes for being outside that night and also wear a good pair of walking shoes! See you there! | Wed, Nov 21st – NO CLUB 78 – We will be serving at Operation Christmas Child processing center from 6-9pm. Please wear clothes that you can work in and close toed shoes!! We will all need to fill out a release form and you need to be at least 13 years of age or older to serve!! Currently we do not have specific location info for the center or an exact departure time set up. More information will come your way as to when that will be. Plan for a departure time of 5pm from Rosemount UMC! A more specific time will be coming! |
| Fri, Nov 9th –7:00 pm. in the FLC. Tim Lemmens is coming back again this year! RUMC’s own Josh Corbett will be opening (with some of his original music) See above for more details. | Sun, Nov 25th – NO SR. HIGH YOUTH! See you next week! |
Sun, Nov 11th – Sr. High Youth (9-12 graders) meets from 6-8pm. Meets upstairs in the ATTIC. (Youth Room)
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Tues, Nov 27th – We will be serving at Operation Christmas Child processing center from 6-9pm. Please wear clothes that you can work in and close toed shoes!! We will all need to fill out a release form and you need to be at least 13 years of age or older to serve!! Currently we do not have specific location info for the center or an exact departure time set up. More information will come your way as to when that will be. Plan for a departure time of 5pm from Rosemount UMC! A more specific time will be coming! |
Remember you are a Rock Star and Jesus believes in all of you!!!
Elevation Student Ministries
Rosemount United Methodist Church
We are ONE but, we are not the same, we get to carry each other!
Simpson Shelter Meal - Join us as we bring and serve a meal at the Simpson Shelter in Minneapolis. The shelter, located in Simpson United Methodist Church, serves the 70 homeless people who stay there each night. This is a great family activity. We try to provide a meal once a month. Cooks are needed to prepare the meals in the Rosemount UMC kitchen. Watch for the dates and sign up to volunteer in Fellowship Hall. Contact Rich Wirt -rwirt@rosemountumc.org
The Rosemount Family Resource Center is located on 145th Street and welcomes volunteers most days and times. There is a wide range of opportunities, from organizing food donations to helping kids with homework or getting a game of basketball going. Contact Rich Wirt -rwirt@rosemountumc.org or you may call the Center directly: (651) 322-5113.
UMW News
Did you know? The local unit of United Methodist Women (UMW) uses the proceeds of the Bazaar to support their programs and their pledge to the Women’s Division of the United Methodist Church. Historically, the UMW has supported and developed programs that enrich the lives of women, children and youth in the U.S.A. and globally. Some of these are illustrated in the Response magazines on the bulletin boards in the Fellowship Hall.
The Rosemount UMC UMW supplies the Upper Rooms, Pockets, Alive Now, and Care Notes. We organize and serve receptions following memorial and funeral services held at our church, provide the funds for the Bibles for the confirmation youth and the books for the high school seniors’ study. We donated a quilt and fabric to make quilts to the Jamaican mission trip last year and this year we will be sending a box of quilt bats. We have provided scholarships for Rust College. Donated baby quilts and other quilts to various causes and lap robes to nursing homes and fabric for quilts has been used to make quilts for the Quilts of Valor for soldiers. Our Sunshine lady, Vi Eslinger sends Valentine, Easter, Thanksgiving, birthday and anniversary greeting cards to the members of our church family who are over 65 years of age and get-well and sympathy cards to others. Does the church have your birthday on record?
Fall Garage Sale Success-from Janet Ewing
God is so good! As part of the TLC women's study "Experiencing God," I have realized and give God the credit for that success and your participation. The fall garage sale was a great success. Over $6,500 was added to the church’s general fund. Everyone was impressed with the quality of the donations. Sebeka UMC used any leftovers for their own sale. A big thank you to those who helped with the table and shelf setup. Special thanks to Jaya and Lynne Bierbaum for putting the signs on the tables and to Barb Hester who put up all of the wall and pricing signs. Thank you also to all of the newcomers. It was great to see new helpers- some newly retired and some were mothers whose children are now in school. I felt a more joyful spirit throughout the week.
Also, we got to see how our church helps others first hand: a homeless couple, who are living out of their van, came to the church on Tuesday. Pastor Brooke invited them in to pick up items they needed and also to use the showers. They came back on Friday and ate lunch with us, helped us to clean up and pack, and used the showers again. We shared our worship times with them and invited them back.
If there is some way you would like to assist with the Garage Sale or have suggestions, please contact Julie Bierbaum, Muriel Barnes or myself, Janet Ewing.
Elaine Lidke
Pam
Anne Hasbrouck Zach Albert
Tim Berghuis Cindi Parker
Mary Ann Barnes
Jill Lewis
Marv & Elyse Skinner
Jane
Bradley
Joe Gentile
Marcy
Ronald Richeson
We extend our sympathy and prayers to:
Gail & Doug Hoffmann and family upon the death of Gail’s mother in Indiana, Wilma Aimes, who died Oct. 8th.
Brad Billings upon the death of his beloved grandmother, Meta Johnson on Oct. 16th.
Terry Voigt upon the death of his beloved uncle of Iowa.
Celebration of Marriage
Congratulations on the marriage of Amanda Edwardsen to Kevin Chaves on Sept. 29th. Amanda is daughter of Judy and Dennis Edwardsen.
Congratulations to Jaclyn Kowalczyk and Bryan Neuman, married on October 20.
New Babies --CONGRATULATIONS !
Evan Lyle Solberg, born Saturday, Oct. 6 at 5:48 a.m. His proud parents are Janelle & Christopher. His big brothers Jonathan 4 & Andrew 2, praise God for her as do grandparents Janet & Jerry Ewing.
Congratulations to the Kohouts- Daughter Peyton Kohout was born to Angela and Jason Kohout on Sunday October 14. Proud sisters are Arianna & Savanna.
Baptisms
Lydia Elaine Schletz, born May 3, 2007 was baptized on Sept. 16 th. Parents are Andrew and Margaret. Lydia’s sponsors are Ross Benson & Briana Lovering.
Jamaica Mission Team - Plan now for the winter “blahs”. Jamaica may not sound attractive right now, but in a few months it will look mighty good. You are invited to join Pastor Rick Ormsby on a mission trip January 15-29, 2008. Experience the comfort of the luxurious El Greco Hotel in Montego Bay; dine at Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, visit Dunne’s River Falls (#1 tourist attraction on the island) and much more! All for the unbelievable price of $1400*. See Pastor Rick for more information. Rick’s e-mail is rormsby@rosemountumc.org Feel free to skip the small print below.Contact: Pastor Rick Ormsby (517) 333-2770
