Announcements- 5/13/2012
ANNOUNCEMENTS //
GOING TO THE HOSPITAL?
If you know in advance that you will be having surgery and would like us to begin prayer on your behalf, please contact the Care Office at 285-5156, ext. 222 to let us know. Our Pastor of Visitation is available to have prayer with you prior to surgery and to make follow-up visits. If a baby is on the way, we would like to share in the excitement and joy of your blessed event! If a hospital visit is sudden or unplanned, your family is welcome to call us, and you can also inform hospital admis- sions that you worship at Hempfield UMC and they will call us. It is our wish to partner with you on your journey.
MISSION TRIPS STOCK SALE
SHOUT has about 95 youth going on mission trips locally as well as to Virginia and to Haiti this summer. To help each student raise the funds to participate in their trip, SHOUT is holding a Stock Sale. Invest in our youth by purchasing “stock”in them. A share of stock is $20, entitling you to a stock certificate, a let- ter from your “investment” during his/her trip, and an invitation to the Youth Mission Sunday service on July 29. Each week through June 3, several mission trip students will be in the lobby selling stock. Visit our table, talk with the youth, ask questions and encourage them as they journey into the mission fields. This week, our high school Virginia trip students are Scott Polidoro, Mark Pugliese, Abigail Brighton, Lizzy Kissinger, Mary Hultgren, Eric Dowlin, and Grace Watson-Martin.
COUPLES’ STUDY THIS SPRING
NEW START DATE ANNOUNCED-The Marriage Team is hosting a six-week study, The Art of Marriage, on Thursdays from May 17 – June 14 from 6-7:30 p.m. Contact Heather Hammel at MatthewAndHeather@yahoo.com to join.
GARDEN HARVEST MINISTRY NEEDS SUMMER DRIVERS
Garden Harvest Ministry provides fresh, healthy food to the people in our community who need it most. We have a drop station in the church lobby where gardeners can bring produce any time the church is open from July to September. Drivers pick up the produce Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and deliver to the Lydia Center, Hempfield Area Food Pantry and Milagro House. To assist in delivering the produce this summer, contact Deb Franck at 898-3686 for more information.
PRISON OUTREACH MEETING PLANNED
Equipping women who have been in prison with hope, healing, support and guidance to restore them to wholeness. Save the date: The next meeting is May 23 in Room 124 at 6 p.m. Questions? Call Lois DeRosa at 393-9317.
NURSERY HELPERS NEEDED
Free smiles abounding in the Crib and Toddler Nurseries. Is this your calling to follow Jesus’ example of welcoming children to the Family of God? We need additional help with the growing number of our youngest church members. Applications are available in the nursery or by contacting Carol Hulstine at 940-9528. You choose when and how frequently to serve.
BABYSITTER LIST
Through June 10, updates and additions will be accepted for the church’s babysitter list. This consists of church members who are available for hire to babysit. Update forms are in the nurseries or at the Welcome Center. Ques- tions? Contact Carol Hulstine at 940-9528.
WITNESS FESTIVAL
Join us on June 9 for this Christian music festival in Quarryville. Your $5 registration fee covers transportation and admission. Registration forms are available at SHOUT. Registration deadline is May 20. Space is limited.
CREATION 2012
Mark your calendars for June 30 as we spend a day at the largest Christian music festival on the east coast! Your registration fee of $60 covers transportation and admission. Registration forms are at SHOUT. Registration deadline is May 20. Space is limited.
CHECK US OUT
Eighth grade students and their parents are invited to meet with Youth Director, Sean Garner, from 6-6:30 p.m. on May 20 for a preview of high school SHOUT activities. At 6:30 p.m., eighth grade students are welcome to stay for SNS and catch a sneak peek of what’s in store for them next year at SHOUT.
MOVING UP!
Sixth graders will have the opportunity to experience a part of SMS today (May 13) as they visit it during Kids Konnection time. Parents of 6th graders, you can meet with Youth Director, Sean Garner, today in Room 170 at 11:30 a.m. to hear more about what’s in store for your child at SHOUT next year.
ZAPPED
This summer our elementary kids, who completed grades 1-5, are going to follow the life of Peter and find out what it means to be Zapped by God’s power.
SUMMER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Our elementary Kids Konnection teachers, team leaders and worship staff have served our children faithfully for the entire school year and will be ready for a well-deserved break. During our summer series, we will need 4 – 5 volunteers per week starting June 10 to serve as games leaders, small group leaders and worship leaders. Please contact Nancy Herman with questions.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Registration is now open! Visit the lobby table after worship service or click here to reserve your space or to learn about volunteer opportunities!
Announcements- 5/6/2012
CARE MINISTRIES – MAY
Hempfield UMC specializes in hospitality! If you know in advance that you will be hospitalized or are having medical tests, Care Ministry would like to be made aware of your situation so that we may begin prayer on your behalf and better minister to your needs. It is our wish to partner with you on your journey. Our pastor of visitation will welcome the opportunity to pray with you before your surgery. If a hospital visit is sudden or unplanned, you or a family member can inform the admissions office that you worship at Hempfield UMC so that they can contact us. If a baby is on the way, please let us know so that we may share in the excitement and joy of this blessed event!
Stephen Ministers are members of our congregation who have received special training to provide one-to-one Christian care to those in our congregation and community who are experiencing grief, loneliness, divorce, hospitalization, disability, job loss or other difficulties. Stephen Ministers are trained to listen, care, encourage and provide emotional and spiritual support to those who are facing a crisis or are going through difficult times. The care received is confidential, free and very helpful.
If you or a friend could benefit from a hospital visit, special prayer time or a Stephen Minister’s care, or if you feel that God is calling you to become a Stephen Minister, please contact the Care Office by calling 717-285-5156, ext. 222.
COFFEE WITH THE PASTORS
Coffee With The Pastors is today from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in room 124. This is a great opportunity for new attendees to meet the pastors, learn more about Hempfield UMC, and ask questions.
CHERUB CHOIR
The Cherub Choir will have their final rehearsal today (May 6) in preparation for Mother’s Day. Rehearsal will be about 20 minutes in the sanctuary following the 10 a.m. service.
GET TO KNOW OUR NEW MEMBERS
Photos of our new members are displayed in the Spirit Cafe, where there will be a reception following the 10 a.m. worship service today (May 6). Bios of the new members are also available online at hempfieldumc.com/blog. Be sure to welcome our newest members. Our next new members class will be offered in the fall of 2012.
MISSION TRIPS STOCK SALE
SHOUT has about 95 youth going on mission trips locally as well as to Virginia and to Haiti this summer. To help each student raise the funds to participate in their trip, SHOUT is holding a Stock Sale. Invest in our youth by purchasing “stock” in them. A share of stock is $20. Every stockholder will receive a stock certificate, a letter from their “investment” during his/her trip, along with an invitation to our Youth Mission Sunday service on July 29. Each week through June 3, several mission trip students will be in the lobby selling stock. Please visit our table, talk with the youth, ask questions and encourage them as they journey into the mission fields.
This week, our high school Virginia trip students are Taylor Glass, Sarah Wood, Christian Schmitt, Katie Staman, Dana Sherwood, Caleb Longmire and Shane Mealy.
COUPLES’ STUDY THIS SPRING
The Marriage Team is hosting a six-week study, The Art of Marriage, on Thursdays from May 10 – June 14 from 6-7:30 p.m. Contact Heather
Hammel. Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage coming this summer!
PARENTING’S HOT TOPICS WORKSHOP HANDOUTS AVAILABLE
Parents, the handouts from the recent Parenting’s Hot Topics Preschool and Elementary sessions are available in the Spirit Cafe.
GARDEN HARVEST MINISTRY NEEDS SUMMER DRIVERS
Garden Harvest Ministry provides fresh, healthy food to the people in our community who need it most. Did you know that we have a drop
station in the church lobby where gardeners can bring produce any time the church is open during the months of July, August and September? Drivers pick up the produce Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and
deliver to the Lydia Center, Hempfield Area Food Pantry and Milagro House. Fresh fruits and vegetables from any source will be promptly
delivered and gratefully received before they spoil. Can you make three trips to deliver fresh produce during one or two weeks during the
summer? Contact Deb Franck at 898-3686 or ddfranck3@verizon.net for more information.
LAYING A FOUNDATION OF HOPE
This past weekend we met the $20,000 goal for our “1,000 Bricks of HOPE” fundraising campaign thanks to your help! Construction of the nursery school building in Wachara, Kenya, will begin June 1. Michael Agwanda, of Life for Children Ministry, expects the project will be completed in time to begin the school for 100 students this September. As our missionary Julie Campbell said, “How wonderful to see yet another vision fulfilled.” Visit the Prayer Room to view the completed LEGO structure and to pray for the construction as it begins.
UPDATED FINANCIAL REPORT AVAILABLE
The church’s financial report for the first three months of 2012 is available at the Welcome Center and by clicking here. For questions, contact Jeff Pijanowski at 285-5156, ext. 224.
YOUTH MINISTRY // shout.hempfieldumc.com
WITNESS FESTIVAL
Join us on June 9 for this Christian music festival in Quarryville. Your $5 registration fee covers transportation and admission. Registration forms are available at SHOUT and will soon be available online. Registration deadline is May 20. Space is limited.
CREATION 2012
Mark your calendars for June 30 as we spend a day at the largest Christian music festival on the east coast! Your registration fee of $60 covers transportation and admission. Registration forms are at SHOUT and will soon be available online. Registration deadline is May 20. Space is limited.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Sunday, May 13: No SNS but SMS will meet as regularly scheduled
Sunday, May 20: No SMS but SNS will meet as regularly scheduled
Please note: There will be no midweek SHOUT program this week. We look forward to you joining us again on May 16.
Announcements 4/22/2012
COFFEE WITH THE PASTORS
Coffee With The Pastors is Sunday, May 6, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in room 124. This is a great opportunity for new attendees to meet the pastors, learn more about Hempfield UMC, and ask questions. Sign up today! Child care is provided.
BUILDING HOPE RECEIVES GENEROUS MATCHING GIFT
God is good! Building Hope is approaching the homestretch and is blessed by your generosity. To date, the initiative has been able to purchase 651 of the 1,000 Bricks of Hope Campaign, raising $13,020. Recently the initiative received a generous matching gift of $3,500 to challenge our church body to raise the remaining funds needed to build the school. For more information on the 1,000 Bricks of Hope Campaign or to make a donation, please visit the campaign table in the lobby.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – AUDIO/VISIUAL TECHNICIAN
Hempfield UMC is seeking to hire a part-time (30 hours a week) audio/visual technician. This person should have professional knowledge of audio/visual operations. Click here to view the complete job description or to learn how to apply.
HOST MINISTRIES
Do you have the gift of hospitality? Do you enjoy welcoming people with a smile? We need you on one of our teams. We are in need of people to serve as ushers at the 8:30 a.m. service and hosts at the 10 a.m. service. We also need additional volunteers to assist with valet parking. Contact Don Forry at 471-7734 regarding the 10 a.m. service, and Liz Scott at 684-5587 for the 8:30 a.m. service.
CALLING ALL BLOGGERS AND WRITERS
If you fancy yourself a writer or enjoy reading a good blog, consider sharing your voice by contributing to our church blog. Past topics and themes have included event and programmatic recaps, Christian art and music, ministries, spiritual growth, traditions and seasonal devotions, as well as many others. If you have an idea for a blog topic and would like to write for Hempfield UMC’s blog, contact Stacey Bollinger, communications director.
CHERUB CHOIR
The Cherub Choir will rehearse today as well as April 29 and May 6 in preparation for Mother’s Day. Rehearsals are about 20 minutes in the sanctuary following the 10 a.m. service. Contact Carrie Kirchner at 653-0982 with questions.
SPRING OUTDOOR WORKDAY
It’s time for our spring mulching workday at the church. Trustees will be working the grounds on May 5 to beautify the appearance of our church home. We need your help! We start at 8:30 a.m., and hope to finish by noon. Food will be provided! Sign up today!
RECEPTIONISTS & NIGHT OWLS NEEDED
We are in need of receptionists for the Thursday and Friday 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Thursday 12:30-4 p.m. shifts, as well as night owls for every first and third Thursday from 6-8 p.m. Those preferring to go on a substitute list are also needed. If you enjoy meeting people, learning more about our ministries, doing light clerical work, and answering the phone, this is the serving opportunity for you. Contact Greg Impink, director of connecting and outreach, at 285-5156, ext. 268 for more information. Please consider sharing your gift of hospitality by serving in this welcoming ministry!
MISSION TRIPS STOCK SALE
SHOUT has about 95 youth going on mission trips locally as well as nationally to Virginia and internationally to Haiti this summer. To help each student raise the funds to participate in their trip, SHOUT is holding a Stock Sale. Invest in our youth by purchasing “stock” in them. A share of stock is $20. Every stockholder will receive a stock certificate, a letter from their “investment” during his/her trip, along with an invitation to our Youth Mission Sunday service on July 29. Each week through June 3, several mission trip students will be in the lobby selling stock. Please visit our table, talk with the youth, ask questions and encourage them as they journey into the mission fields.
This week, our high school Virginia trip students are Blair Duscha, Erin Anderson, Kerri Schopf, Madison Ramsey, Ben Naumann, Tori Naumann, Andrew Norton, and Rachel Cox.
YOUTH MINISTRY // shout.hempfieldumc.com
WITNESS FESTIVAL
Join us on June 9 for this Christian music festival in Quarryville. Your $5 registration fee covers transportation and admission. Registration forms are available at SHOUT and will soon be available online. Registration deadline is May 20. Space is limited.
CREATION 2012
Join us on June 30 as we spend a day at the largest Christian music festival on the east coast. Your registration fee of $60 covers transportation and admission. Registration forms are at SHOUT and will soon be available online. Registration deadline is May 20. Space is limited.
Announcements 3/11/2012
THE HUGE INDOOR YARD SALE IS ALMOST HERE
The yard sale will be here on Saturday. It’s not too late to help! Sign up at the Info Center in the lobby or contact Darriel Davis at 898-2939 or Dawn Smith at 898-6632. Donations will be accepted Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at the main sanctuary doors. This is our March SHOUT Serve Day! SHOUT youth and their families are needed to help prepare for the sale, assist during the sale and to clean up afterward. Sign-up sheets are in the lobby. All youth and their families are encouraged to help as the proceeds reduce the cost of the SHOUT mission trips.
BAPTISM CLASS
A class will be offered on Sunday, March 18, at 11:30 a.m. in the sanctuary for those interested in baptism. Please register your child-care needs with Joan Karr at 717-285-5156, ext.222. Baptisms will be on Sunday, April 1, at the 8:30 and 10 a.m. services.
VALET PARKERS NEEDED
Valet parking is a big success, and we need more help at the 8:30 a.m. service. Please consider serving in this vital ministry, which is so important to those who use it. For more information, please contact Liz Scott (684-5587) or Reid Skillman (721-3199).
HOUSE OF RUTH PRISON MINISTRY’S DINNER
The top cause of relapse for those who have been incarcerated is lack of encouragement. Help us transform lives by joining Hempfield’s prision ministry. We will be hosting Linda Bird from B.I.R.D. Ministries’ House of Ruth for dinner on Friday, March 30, at 6 p.m. in the MPR. Tickets are $5. This ministry serves women who have been in prison as they transition back into society. Come to hear more about opportunities to serve and hear some amazing testimonies of women who have been in prison and have been assisted with this ministry.
LENTEN DEVOTIONALS
Lenten Devotionals are available at the Welcome Center. Thank you to those who submitted devotions.
FINANCIAL REPORTS AVAILABLE
The 2011 financial reports are available online.
2012 WOMEN’S RETREAT
God’s love is deeper than the ocean and His mercies are more than the grains of sand on the beach. So come ashore as we explore His word, learn about His goodness, and relax in His mercy and grace at Sandy Cove, North East, MD, from April 27 to 29. Registrations are due on March 18. Contact Joan Enoch at 606-4119 or Carol Hulstine at 940-9528 for information. Registration forms available in the lobby or in the Women’s Retreat mailbox.
30-HOUR FAMINE FUNDRAISING UPDATE
Our results are in. The fundraising total will be announced at tonight’s SNS. Don’t miss it!
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, HELP RESTOCK OUR SHELVES
Our snack closet is almost empty. We need each high school student to help us refill it. Guys, bring a package or two of cookies; girls, please bring candy bags of small chocolate bars.
GO2GROW IS COMING
Join us for the middle school lock-in from 9 p.m. Friday, March 30, to 9 a.m. Saturday, March 31. Our high school lock-in is from 9 p.m. Friday, April 20, to 9 a.m. Saturday, April 21. Cost for both is $5. The middle school registration deadline is March 25, and the high school deadline is April 15.
ALL SHOUT MISSION TRIPS ARE FULL
Contact Sue Nesbitt at 717-285-5156, x299, if you would like to be put on the waiting list.
Announcements 3/04/2012
LENTEN DEVOTIONALS
Lenten Devotionals are available at the Welcome Center. Thank you to those who submitted devotions.
BAPTISM CLASS
A class will be offered on Sunday, March 18, at 11:30 a.m. in the sanctuary for those interested in baptism. Please register your child-care needs with Joan Karr . Baptisms will be conducted on Sunday, April 1, at the 8:30 and 10 a.m. services.
VALET PARKING MINISTRY
Valet Parking is providing a wonderful service for our members, and we still need another volunteer for our 8:30 a.m. service. If you can help, contact Liz Scott (684-5587) or Reid Skillman (721-3199). Remember, if you are in need of this service, simply pull up to the main sanctuary entrance. We will help you inside and take care of parking your car. We will then bring your car back to you after the service.
INDOOR YARD SALE VOLUNTEERING AND DONATIONS
The yard sale will be here on March 17. Stop by the lobby table today and sign up to help or to learn more about what items can be donated. Opportunities include: sorting during the week of the sale; cashiers; baggers; merchandise monitors during the sale; and cleanup after the sale. Donations will be accepted from March 12-15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Contact Darriel Davis at 898-2939 or Dawn Smith at 898-6632.
30-HOUR FAMINE FUNDRAISING UPDATE
At last count SHOUT has raised enough money to feed 72 children for an entire year. Our current fundraising total is $26,047.96. Today is the deadline for donations, so please turn in your final donations today. Help us reach our goal of feeding 97 children for a year.
HOUSE OF RUTH PRISON MINISTRY’S DINNER
The top cause of relapse for those who have been incarcerated is lack of encouragement. Help us transform lives by joining Hempfield’s prision ministry. We will be hosting Linda Bird from B.I.R.D. Ministries’ House of Ruth for dinner on Friday, March 30, at 6 p.m. in the MPR. Tickets are $5. This ministry serves women who have been in prison as they transition back into society. Come to hear more about opportunities to serve and hear some amazing testimonies of women who have been in prison and have been assisted with this ministry. You can also visit our table in the lobby.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE
The financial report for 2011 is available online.
BATTER UP
We are looking for returning and new players for the gray softball team. We also need a coach for the gray team. If anyone is interested, please contact Corey Antesberger at 572-3625.
ASSISTANT TEACHER NEEDED
Noah’s Ark is taking applications for an assistant teacher for four mornings a week in the Rainbow Tots Room for the 2012-13 school year. Candidates need experience with preschoolers, positive references and compassion for young children. They must pass all background checks; child-abuse clearances; and attend Hempfield UMC’s safe sanctuary and AHA CPR/first aid certification. Contact Tara Streets at 285-7110.
KIDSTUF FAMILY PRODUCTION
The next Kidstuf Family Production is on Wednesday, March 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the MPR.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, HELP RESTOCK OUR SHELVES
Our snack closet is almost empty, so we need each high school student to help refill it. Guys, bring a package or two of cookies; girls, bring candy bags of small chocolate bars.
MARCH SHOUT SERVE
Our yard sale is returning on Saturday, March 17, from 8 a.m.-noon. SHOUT youth and their families are needed to help prepare for event, staff the sale, and to clean up. Signup sheets are in the lobby. All youth and their families are encouraged to help, as the proceeds reduce the cost of the SHOUT mission trips. Donations of sellable items will be accepted from March 12-15, so start gathering your stuff.
DEADLINE FOR FAMINE DONATIONS IS TODAY
Please turn in your final donations today and help us reach our goal of feeding 97 children for an entire year.
MIDDLE SCHOOL GO2GROW
Join us for this middle school lock-in from 9 p.m. Friday, March 30, to 9 a.m. to Saturday, March 31. Cost is $5. The registration deadline is March 25.
HIGH SCHOOL GO2GROW
Join us for this high school lock-in from 9 p.m. Friday, April 20, to 9 a.m. Saturday, April 21. Cost is $5. Registration deadline is April 15.
ALL SHOUT MISSION TRIPS ARE FULL
Contact Sue Nesbitt at 285-5156, x299, if you would like to be put on the waiting list.
Announcements 2/26/2012
LENTEN DEVOTIONALS
Lenten Devotionals are available at the Welcome Center. Thank you to those who submitted devotions.
CHERUB CHOIR
The cherub choir will be rehearsing today and on March 4 in preparation for the March 11 performance. Rehearsals will last about 20 minutes in the sanctuary immediately following 10 a.m. worship. Contact Carrie Kirchner at 653-0982 if you have questions.
BAPTISM CLASS
A class offered on Sunday, March 18, at 11:30 a.m. in the sanctuary for those interested in baptism. Please register your child-care needs with Joan Karr at 285-5156, ext. 222. Baptisms will be conducted on Sunday, April 1, at the 8:30 and 10 a.m. services.
VALET PARKING MINISTRY
Valet Parking is providing a wonderful service for our members, and we still need another volunteer for our 8:30 a.m. service. If you can help, contact Liz Scott (684-5587) or Reid Skillman (721-3199). Remember, if you are in need of this service, simply pull up to the main sanctuary entrance. We will help you inside and take care of parking your car. We will then bring your car back to you after the service.
INDOOR YARD SALE VOLUNTEERING AND DONATIONS
The yard sale will be here on March 17. Stop by the lobby table today and sign up to help or to learn more about what items can be donated. Opportunities include: sorting during the week of the sale; cashiers; baggers; merchandise monitors during the sale; and cleanup after the sale. Donations will be accepted from March 12-15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Contact Darriel Davis at 898-2939 or Dawn Smith at 898-6632 for information.
SENIOR LUNCHEON
Don’t waste that extra leap year day, come join us in the Spirit Cafe for a carry-in Luncheon of soup, salad, sandwiches and dessert on Feb. 29 at noon. Our speaker will be “Miss Personality Plus,” Tammy Fuller, our bus driver on our senior trips, who keeps us laughing. She will present one of her comedy routines. Come for a delicious meal and fun-filled afternoon. Please sign up in the lobby.
30-HOUR FAMINE FUNDRAISING UPDATE
As of the beginning of this week, SHOUT has raised enough money to feed 69 children for a year. Our total is $25,076.96, and the money is still rolling in. That is fantastic! We’re collecting donations until March 4, so don’t stop fundraising yet! Help us reach our goal of feeding 97 children for a year. Your opportunity to help us “Overcome Hunger” continues.
SEE YOU AT ISAAC’S
Tuesday, Feb. 28, (5-9 p.m.) is your last chance to eat at Isaac’s and support the Famine. Grab an orange form from the lobby and enjoy a great dinner at Isaac’s on Centerville Road. Here is the form you’ll need. Isaac’s will donate 25 percent of your bill to our Famine. Invite your friends and family too!
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE
The details of the recent financial report to the congregation are available online here.
BATTER UP
We are look for returning and new players for the gray softball team. Also we are in need of a coach for the gray team. If anyone is interested, please contact Corey Antesberger at 572-3625.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY // hempfieldumc.com/children
ASSISTANT TEACHER NEEDED
Noah’s Ark is taking applications for an assistant teacher for four mornings a week in the Rainbow Tots Room for the 2012-13 school year. Candidates need experience with preschoolers, positive references and compassion for young children. They must pass all background checks; child-abuse clearances; and attend Hempfield UMC’s safe sanctuary and AHA CPR/First aid certification. Contact Tara Streets at 285-7110.
KIDSTUF FAMILY PRODUCTION
The next Kidstuf Family Production is on Wednesday, March 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the MPR.
YOUTH MINISTRY // shout.hempfieldumc.com
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, HELP RESTOCK OUR SHELVES
Our snack closet is almost empty. We need each high school student to help us refill it. Guys, bring a package or two of cookies; girls, bring candy bags of small chocolate bars.
MARCH SHOUT SERVE
Hempfield’s Yard Sale is returning on Saturday, March 17, from 8 a.m. to noon. SHOUT youth and their families are needed to help prepare for and staff the sale and to clean up afterwards. Signup sheets are in the lobby. All youth and their families are encouraged to help with this sale, as the proceeds help to reduce the cost of the SHOUT mission trips. Donations of sellable items will be accepted from March 12-15, so start gathering your stuff now.
ALL SHOUT MISSION TRIPS ARE FULL
Contact Sue Nesbitt, 285-5156, x299, if you would like to be put on the waiting list.
Announcements 2/19/2012
SPRING NEW MEMBERS CLASS
Are you interested in joining our church family? Our Spring New Members Class will meet on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. from March 4 through April 29 (no class Easter Sunday). Lunch and preregistered childcare are provided. Visit our table in the lobby today to learn more about the class and register. You can also register on the web at hempfieldumc.com/newmembers/. If you have questions please call Gregg Maberry at 898-0208 or email at mabes49@comcast.net.
NEED A WEEKEND AWAY WITH THE LOVE OF YOUR LIFE?
Then check out hempfieldumc.com/connect/group-life/the-last-cookie/ to find a Weekend To Remember Marriage Getaway that works in your schedule. Coming soon are: Hershey on Feb. 24-26; in the Poconos on March 16-18 and 23-25; and in Washington, D.C., on April 13-15. Take your marriage off of cruise control and schedule a detour to reconnect with your spouse!
VALET PARKING MINISTRY
We offer valet parking to those in need because of medical and health issues. Simply pull up to the main Sanctuary entrance and we will assist you inside and take care of parking your car. We will also bring back your car after the service. There is a need for two more volunteers to park cars at the 8:30 a.m. service. If you can help, please contact Liz Scott (684-5587) or Reid Skillman (721-3199).
INDOOR YARD SALE VOLUNTEERING AND DONATIONS
The yard sale will be here on March 17. Stop by the Info Center today to sign up to help or to learn more about what items can be donated. Opportunities to help include: sorting the week of the sale; cashiers; baggers; merchandise monitors during the sale; and clean up after the sale. Donations will be accepted March 12-15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Do you have questions? Please contact Darriel Davis at 898-2939 or lancodjmc@aol.com.; or Dawn Smith at 898-6632 or Dawn2890@aol.com.
30 HOUR FAMINE UPDATE
As of the beginning of this week, SHOUT has raised enough money to feed 66 children for an entire year. Our current fundraising total is $23,851.96, and the money is still rolling in. That is fantastic! We’re collecting donations until March 4, so don’t stop fundraising yet! Help us reach our goal of feeding 97 children for a year. Your opportunity to help us “Overcome Hunger” continues.
SENIOR LUNCHEON
Don’t waste that extra leap year day, come join us in the Spirit Cafe for a carry-in Luncheon of soup, salad, sandwiches and dessert on Feb. 29 at noon. Our speaker will be “Miss Personality Plus”, Tammy Fuller, our bus driver on our senior trips, who keeps us laughing. She will present one of her comedy routines. Come for a delicious meal and fun-filled afternoon. Please sign up in the lobby.
SEE YOU AT ISAAC’S?
On Feb. 22, and 26 from 5-9 p.m., Isaac’s on Centerville Road will donate 25 percent of your dinner bill to SHOUT’s 30 Hour Famine. Grab an orange form from the lobby, enjoy a great dinner. Invite your friends and family too!
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE
The details of last week’s financial report to the congregation are available at the Welcome Center and online at hempfieldumc.com. Just click on the Financial Report link at the top right side of the front page.
EMERGENCY WEATHER ALERTS
Want to receive emails when our weekday schedule is affected by weather? Email news@hempfieldumc.com.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY // hempfieldumc.com/children
ASSISTANT TEACHER NEEDED
Noah’s Ark is taking applications for an assistant teacher for four mornings a week in the Rainbow Tots Room for the 2012-2013 school year. Candidates need experience with preschoolers, positive references and compassion for young children. They must pass all background checks; child-abuse clearances; and attend Hempfield UMC’s safe sanctuary and AHA CPR/First aid certification. Contact Tara Streets at 285-7110 or email her at tstreets@noahsarkhempfield.com.
KIDSTUF FAMILY PRODUCTION
The next Kidstuf Family Production is on Wednesday, March 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the MPR. For more information on Kidstuf, visit kidstuf.hempfieldumc.com.
YOUTH MINISTRY // shout.hempfieldumc.com
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, HELP US RESTOCK OUR SHELVES
Our snack closet is almost empty, so we need each high school student to help us refill it. Guys, please bring a package or two of cookies; girls, candy bags of small chocolate bars are especially needed.
MARCH SHOUT SERVE
Hempfield UMC’s yard sale is returning on Saturday, March 17, from 8 a.m.-noon. SHOUT youth and their families are needed to help prepare for and staff the sale and to clean up afterwards. Sign-up sheets are in the lobby. All youth and their families are encouraged to help with this sale, as the proceeds help to reduce the cost of the SHOUT mission trips. Donations of sellable items will be accepted from March 12-15, so start gathering your stuff now.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS FULL
But we are taking names for a waiting list. Contact Sue Nesbitt at snesbitt@hempfieldumc.com or 285-5156 to be put on the list.
HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS ALMOST FULL
Registration deadline is March 11, but hurry, there are only a few open spots on this trip.
Announcements 2/5/2012
INTRODUCING VALET PARKING
Beginning today, we have valet parking available to those in need because of medical and health issues. Simply pull up to the main Sanctuary entrance and we will assist you inside, and take care of parking your car and bringing it back to you after the service. Anyone interested in helping to park cars should contact Liz Scott (684-5587) for the 8:30 a.m. service or Reid Skillman (721-3199) for the 10 a.m. service. Please consider serving to help our members get to church more easily during the difficult winter months.
EMERGENCY WEATHER ALERTS
Want to receive emails when our weekday schedule is affected by weather? Email news@hempfieldumc.com.
2011 HIGHLIGHTS
Now that 2011 is behind us, we’re taking a look back at the previous 12 months of ministry here at the church. Go to hempfieldumc.com/2011highlights to reflect back on last year and share your personal reflections in the comments.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
The Tuesday evening Women’s Bible Study will resume this week from 6:30-8:30 with a Priscilla Shirer study entitled SEED. For more info and to sign up go to hempfieldumc.com/seed or sign up at the Info Center in the lobby.
INDOOR WORK DAY
Trustees will be hosting an indoor work day at the church on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. There will be a variety of projects for people of all skills. If you are interested in serving, you can sign up online at hempfieldumc.com/workday. There will be another work day on May 5.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Retired and semi-retired men can join the Men’s Breakfast group on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 8:30 at Moveable Feast.
HOLY WEEK CHOIR
A special Holy Week choir will sing at both Maundy Thursday (April 5) and Easter Sunday (April 
services. We will be singing a wide variety of exciting and spiritually moving music. Rehearsals will be every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. starting on Feb. 8. To join us for this great musical opportunity, please sign up at the Info Center in the lobby or e-mail Rashard Allen at rallen@hempfieldumc.com.
DEVOTION SUBMISSIONS NEEDED
The Marriage and Family Team is looking for devotions to strengthen our relationships – marital, familial, and spiritual – during Lent. Each devotion should include a scripture and may include a prayer. The deadline is today. Contact MatthewAndHeather@yahoo.com or 840-4090.
INDOOR YARD SALE
Save the date and save your stuff! The Indoor Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, March 17. We will be collecting donations March 12 through March 15. Proceeds from the sale benefit SHOUT youth mission trips. Sign up to volunteer at the Info Center in the lobby. Questions? Please contact Darriel Davis, at 898-2939 or lancodjmc@aol.com, or Dawn Smith, at 898-6632 or Dawn2890@aol.com.
NO BUSINESS LIKE SEW-BUSINESS
In 2011, Rose Sweigart (560-0697) and her team of a dozen or more ladies crafted seven prayer shawls, 26 infant blankets of blessing, hats, scarves and mittens for 45 individuals, baby booties for 75 infants, and lap robes/afghans for 11 veterans.
To add to these numbers, a new Caring Stitchers ministry, Heavenly Hats, Scarves & Gloves, led by Fay Deibert (872-7132) is eager to recruit new team members. These knitters and crocheters make items that are given locally at our churches’ community meals held in the city six times yearly. In December the group distributed 87 scarves, 114 hats, and 98 pairs of gloves and mittens. If you are not a crafty person these care minsitries accept doantions. Please contact Joan Karr (285-5156 ext. 222).
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY // hempfieldumc.com/children
TEACHER NEEDED
Noah’s Ark Preschool & Rainbow Tots is taking applications for a teacher of 3-year-old preschoolers, three mornings a week, for the 2012-2013 school year. Candidates need to have experience with 3-year-old preschoolers in a preschool setting with positive references of this experience, a college degree, preferably in early education. A teacher must pass all background checks, child-abuse clearances, attend Hempfield UMC’s Safe Sanctuary training and have AHA CPR/First Aid certification. Contact Tara Streets, at 285-7110 or tstreets@noahsarkhempfield.com.
KIDSTUF FAMILY PRODUCTION
The next Kidstuf Family Production is this Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 6:30 p.m. in the MPR.
YOUTH MINISTRY // shout.hempfieldumc.com
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS FULL
We are building a waiting list. Contact Sue Nesbitt at snesbitt@hempfieldumc.com or 285-5156 to be put on the list.
HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS ALMOST FULL
The registration deadline is March 11, but hurry, there are only a few open spots on this trip.
30 HOUR FAMINE THANKS!
To all who helped make this year’s 30 Hour Famine a success, we offer our thanks! To those who supported us prayerfully and financially, thank you. We feel so lucky to be part of such a kind and generous congregation. To the many youth and adults who participated in the Famine, congratulations and thank you for caring enough to make a difference. To the parents and leaders who helped in so many different ways, thank you. It takes a huge team to pull off an event of this size, and we couldn’t have done it without you. God has surely blessed and will continue to bless many lives through this event. Remember, we will continue to collect donations through March 4.
SHOUT PARTY FOR THE BIG GAME
Who’s gonna win? The Giants or the Patriots? Join us tonight from 6 p.m. to halftime to cheer on your team at our party.
SEE YOU AT ISAAC’S?
On Feb. 9, 16, 22 and 26 from 5-9 p.m., Isaac’s on Centerville Road will donate 25 percent of your dinner bill to SHOUT’s 30 Hour Famine. Grab an orange form from the lobby, enjoy a great dinner, and Isaac’s will donate 25 percent of your bill to our Famine. Invite your friends and family too! The form is also online on our website.
Announcements 1/29/12
RECEPTIONIST/NIGHT OWL NEEDED
The morning and evening welcoming team has openings available. If you have just a few hours a month, a warm friendly personality, and would like to meet new people-this is just the serving opportunity for you! Currently, we have the third and fifth Mondays of the month from 6-8 p.m. available and are in need of a Thursday morning receptionist. Training is provided. Please contact Darriel Davis at 898-2939 or lancodjmc@aol.com for more information.
EMERGENCY WEATHER ALERTS
Want to receive emails when our weekday schedule is affected by weather? Email news@hempfieldumc.com.
2011 HIGHLIGHTS
Now that 2011 is behind us, we’re taking a look back at the previous 12 months of ministry here at the church. Go to hempfieldumc.com/2011highlights to reflect back on last year and share your personal reflections in the comments.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
The Tuesday evening Women’s Bible Study will resume this week from 6:30-8:30 p.m. with a Priscilla Shirer study entitled SEED. For more info and to sign up, go to hempfieldumc.com/seed or sign up at the Info Center in the lobby.
INDOOR WORK DAY
Trustees will be hosting an indoor work day here at the church on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. There will be a variety of projects to complete for people of all skills. If you are interested in serving, you can sign up online at hempfieldumc.com/workday. There will be another work day on May 5.
COFFEE WITH PASTORS
Coffee with Pastors will be held today at 11:30 a.m. in room 124. This is a chance to meet with Pastor John and Pastor Keith and learn more about the community of faith here at Hempfield UMC.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Retired and semi-retired men are invited to join the Men’s Breakfast group on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 8:30 a.m. at Moveable Feast.
HOLY WEEK CHOIR
This Lenten season we will be doing a special Holy Week choir that will sing for both Maundy Thursday (April 5th) and Easter Sunday (April 8th) services. We will be singing a wide variety of exciting and spiritually moving music. Rehearsals will be every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. starting on Feb. 8. To join us for this great musical opportunity, please sign up at the Info Center in the lobby or e-mail Rashard Allen at rallen@hempfieldumc.com.
DEVOTION SUBMISSIONS NEEDED
The Marriage & Family Team is looking for devotions to strengthen our relationships – marital, familial, and spiritual – during the holy season of Lent. Each devotion should include a scripture and may include a prayer. The deadline is Feb. 5. Contact MatthewAndHeather@yahoo.com or 840-4090 for more info.
INDOOR YARD SALE
Save the date and save your stuff! The Indoor Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, March 17. We will be collecting donations March 12 through March 15. Proceeds from the sale benefit SHOUT youth mission trips. Sign up to volunteer at the Info Center in the lobby. Questions? Please contact Darriel Davis, 898-2939 or lancodjmc@aol.com, or Dawn Smith 898-6632 or Dawn2890@aol.com.
VALET PARKING
Beginning Feb. 5, we will have valet parking available to those in need due to medical and health issues. Simply pull up to the main Sanctuary entrance and we will assist you inside and take care of parking your car and bringing it back to you after the service. Anyone interested in helping to park cars should contact Liz Scott (684-5587) for the 8:30 service or Reid Skillman (721-3199) for the 10:00 service. Please consider serving to help our members get to church more easily during the difficult winter months.
FAMINE FACT
The average American family wastes 14 percent of their food purchases, yet worldwide, a child dies from hunger-related causes every 10 seconds. The good news is that World Vision can feed a starving child for an entire month with your $30 donation. Please support the SHOUT students financially and prayerfully, as they strive to “Overcome Hunger” during their 30 Hour Famine.
PRAYER PAGE
Our weekly blue Prayer Page lists the praises and prayer requests submitted through the prayer cards and online at hempfieldumc.com/prayer each week. This is also the place where we celebrate births, pay tribute to those who have gone on to be with the Lord and celebrate milestone anniversaries. When you see a red rose in worship it signifies a birth and a white rose signifies a loss. You can pick up a copy of the Prayer Page as you come in in the lobby each week.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY // hempfieldumc.com/children
TEACHER NEEDED
Noah’s Ark Preschool & Rainbow Tots is taking applications for a teacher of 3-year-old preschoolers, three mornings a week, for the 2012-2013 school year. Candidates need to have experience with 3-year-old preschoolers in a preschool setting with positive references of this experience, a college degree, preferably in early education, as well as pass all background checks, child abuse clearances, attend Hempfield UMC’s Safe Sanctuary training and have AHA CPR/First aid certification. Contact Tara Streets, 285-7110 or tstreets@noahsarkhempfield.com, for more information.
KIDSTUF FAMILY PRODUCTION
The next Kidstuf Family Production is this Wednesday, Feb. 1, at 6:30 p.m. in the MPR. For more information on Kidstuf, visit kidstuf.hempfieldumc.com.
YOUTH MINISTRY // shout.hempfieldumc.com
ONLY ONE MORE WEEK OF PENNY WARS
Be sure to bring your coins to SHOUT to support your team. All proceeds of the Penny Wars will go to the 30 Hour Famine.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS FULL, but we are taking names for a waiting list. Contact Sue Nesbitt at snesbitt@hempfieldumc.com or 285-5156 to be put on the list.
HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS ALMOST FULL: The registration deadline is March 11, but hurry, there are only a few open spots on this trip.
Announcements 1/22/12
THE ART OF MARRIAGE
Join us for The Art of Marriage on Jan. 27 (6-10 p.m.) and 28 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.), as we take a time-out from the distractions of the world and focus on our marriages. This event is appropriate for all marriages: strong and struggling, experienced and about to begin (engaged couples welcome!). Child care is available. Registration is $40 per couple. Scholarships are available. Register online at hempfieldumc.com/artofmarriage.
RECEPTIONIST/NIGHT OWL NEEDED
The morning and evening welcoming team has openings available. If you have just a few hours a month, a warm friendly personality, and would like to meet new people-this is just the serving opportunity for you! Currently, we have the third and fifth Mondays of the month from 6-8 p.m. available and are in need of a Thursday morning receptionist. Training is provided. Please contact Darriel Davis at 898-2939 or lancodjmc@aol.com for more information.
EMERGENCY WEATHER ALERTS
Want to receive emails when our weekday schedule is affected by weather. Email news@hempfieldumc.com.
2011 HIGHLIGHTS
Now that 2011 is behind us, we’re taking a look back at the previous 12 months of ministry here at the church. Go to hempfieldumc.com/2011highlights to reflect back on last year and share your personal reflections in the comments.
REACH OUT YEAR-END REPORT
Take a look at how you, the congregation, have touched the lives of others through acts of love, compassion, service and giving outside our walls. You have offered yourselves, your money and your stuff to help reach out to the people in our community and beyond, expressing the love of God for them. Read the stories and see who was impacted this year by your love and generosity in reaching out to others in our community and our world. Copies of the report can be downloaded at hempfieldumc.com/reachout2011 or pick up a copy in the lobby at the information center.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
The Tuesday evening Women’s Bible Study will resume Jan. 31, with a Priscilla Shirer study entitled SEED. For more info and to sign up, go to hempfieldumc.com/seed or sign up at the Info Center in the lobby.
INDOOR WORK DAY
Trustees will be hosting an indoor work day here at the church on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. There will be a variety of projects to complete for people of all skills. If you are interested in serving, you can sign up online at hempfieldumc.com/workday. There will be another work day on May 5.
CARE MINISTRY YEAR-END REPORT
Care Ministry’s year-end report that details all of the many ways we as a congregation have provided care for people in the church and in the community is available. You can pick up a copy at the Info Center and praise God for the many ways He has moved through this congregation and used His people to bless and care for others in the past 12 months.
RING FOUND
A ring was found here at the church in November and turned into the lost and found. If you think the ring might be yours, contact Jeff Pijanowski at extension 224 or jpijanowski@hempfieldumc.com.
COFFEE WITH PASTORS
The next Coffee with Pastors will be held on Sunday, Jan. 29, at 11:30 a.m. in room 124. Sign up at hempfieldumc.com/coffeewithpastors or at one of the visitor tables in the lobby.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Retired and semi-retired men are invited to join the Men’s Breakfast group on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 8:30 a.m. at Moveable Feast. Pastor Keith will be leading a devotion.
DEVOTION SUBMISSIONS NEEDED
The Marriage & Family Team is looking for devotions to strengthen our relationships – marital, familial, and spiritual – during the holy season of Lent. Each devotion should include a scripture and may include a prayer. The deadline is Feb. 5. Contact MatthewAndHeather@yahoo.com or 840-4090 for more info.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY // hempfieldumc.com/children
NOAH’S ARK PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
Noah’s Ark Preschool & Rainbow Tots invites families with preschoolers to attend our Open House on Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 6:30-8 p.m. Meet the teachers and tour our school. Call 285-7110 for more information.
TEACHER NEEDED
Noah’s Ark Preschool & Rainbow Tots is now taking applications for a teacher of 3-year-old preschoolers, three mornings a week, for the 2012-2013 school. Candidates need to have experience with 3-year-old preschoolers in a preschool setting with positive references of this experience, a college degree, preferably in early education, as well as pass all background checks, child abuse clearances, and attend Hempfield UMC’s Safe Sanctuary training and have AHA CPR/First aid certification. Contact Tara Streets 285-7110 or tstreets@noahsarkhempfield.com for more information.
KIDSTUF FAMILY PRODUCTION
The next Kidstuf Family Production is this Wednesday, Feb. 1, at 6:30 p.m. in the MPR. For more information on Kidstuf, visit kidstuf.hempfieldumc.com.
YOUTH MINISTRY // shout.hempfieldumc.com
SAFE SANCTUARY TRAINING: There will be a Safe Sanctuary Training today at 11:30 a.m. in room 124. All adults who have not previously been trained that want to help with SHOUT should attend. This is especially important for those adults who would like to help with the Famine.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS FULL
We are, however, taking names for a waiting list. Contact Sue Nesbitt at snesbitt@hempfieldumc.com or 285-5156 to be put on the list.
HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP IS ALMOST FULL
The registration deadline is March 11, but hurry, there are only a few open spots on this trip.
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