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February 2015
501 1st Center Ave., Brodhead, WI 53520
608-897-2515
www.brodheadumc.org
Church Office Hours
Monday-Wednesday 9am-12pm, 1pm-3pm
Thursday 9am-12pm
To contact Pastor Krystal: 897-2738
When you read this newsletter, it will be February. This is the month of looooove. I will have 2
sermons on the subject (using the movies UP and Frozen). You, or probably your children, will write
and send Valentine’s Day cards to their friends. It is a holiday of flowers, red, and candy.
Now I will admit something to you, I don’t like Valentine’s Day! I never have. Part of it is because I
am not a fan of chocolate. The other part is because growing up I never had a boyfriend and so I
felt left out, lonely, and maybe even a little depressed around the holiday. Anyone else out there
ever felt that way? Even now, as the holiday approaches, I groan a little. (This makes my husband
happy because he can ignore the holiday too.)
As a younger girl, I had those Cinderella dreams. That my prince would come and sweep me off my
feet. I would get a huge bouquet of roses, a wonderful meal, and we would go dancing. But when
that didn’t happen, I think I became pragmatic and maybe a little bitter. Where was MY Prince
Charming? Why isn’t someone on my doorstep proclaiming his love?
If you have ever felt this way, you are not alone. But we are both wrong. For someone is on our
doorstep proclaiming his love for us. In fact, he proclaimed it in one of the most beautiful expression
of love ever recorded in history, found in the gospel of John: For God so loved the world, that He
gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever should believe in Him, should not perish, but have
everlasting life. (John 3:16)
Yes, God’s message of love is breathed into every word contained within the Holy Scriptures. For
God Himself is LOVE! (John 4:16). His love is unconditional and all encompassing. He longs to
embrace us and hold us close to His heart as He softly whispers “Be Mine.”
Would you like to receive a very special Valentine this year? The truth is, it has already been sent to
you. It arrived “Special Delivery” two thousand years ago by way of God’s only begotten Son, Jesus
Christ. Will you receive Him today? He longs to bring his message of love to you and transform “all
your days” into Valentine’s Day!
Pastor Krystal Goodger
Brodhead United Methodist Church Open hearts~Open minds~Open doors
The Purpose of United Methodist Women
The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community
of women whose purpose is:
To know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through
Jesus Christ.
To develop a creative supportive fellowship.
To expand concepts of mission through participation in the global
ministries of the church.
UMW - Reaching out to Welcome All Did you know?
The United Methodist Women membership is open to any woman who indicates her
desire to belong to and participate in the outreach mission of the church through this
organization.
Did you know?
The money we raise goes to help the missions throughout the world.
Did you know?
We contact a missionary, who is having a birthday, each month, and wish them a happy
birthday. Sometimes we hear back from them as to what they are doing in the
mission field.
Did you know that we meet the 4th Thursday of each month to learn about missions, and
have food, and fellowship?
This month Betty Earleywine is going to present a "History of Our Church". We will start
with a brunch at 9:30 a.m. We are looking forward to meeting new people with new ideas to
help us reach our pledge to missions.
Bring a dish to pass. See you in the church basement February 28th. Come join us.
The Joy of the Lord is Our Strength
JOY, the second fruit of the spirit, will be our theme for February as Mustard Seed
examines Week Four of “Living Beyond Ourselves.” Diane Rabe will guide us as discover five
key sources of joy as found in Scripture. Love melts the heart of stone…joy touches the
deepest part of that heart.
Our study begins on page 73 and concludes with video notes on page 93. We will meet in
room 23 on Saturday, February 14th at 9:00 a.m. See you there!
Sewing Circle
The Sewing Circle or Quilt Club as some suggest we call it, will meet again in February on
the 2nd Tuesday, the 10th, at 9:00 a.m. We welcome anyone that can come to help us. It is
easy to do what we do, and we can even thread your needle for you. Come and join us on a
worthwhile project.
Dental Care; Why is it Important?
Dental care is important from birth to death. Dental issues can cause pain at any age and,
specifically, tooth decay can cause problems with overall health, speech, and growth. The
bacteria from gum disease can travel to other parts of the body and set up infections. Like
many other chronic diseases, tooth decay is preventable and reversible in early stages.
Many people think that babies don’t have teeth so what should we care about their mouths?
Simply wiping the baby’s mouth out after feedings will help remove bacteria and the media
(milk) in which it can grow.
Tooth decay in children younger than six years is the most common chronic disease for that
age group. During this time in life it is important to establish habits such as brushing at least
twice daily and seeing a dentist twice per year.
There has been a lot of press about getting enough fluoride. Many people have private wells
and get no fluoride. A pea-sized amount of toothpaste is recommended to provide enough
fluoride per day. This pea-size amount of toothpaste contains a quarter milligram of fluoride.
Conversely, too much fluoride can cause dental fluorosis which creates little white or brown
spots on the teeth. Too much fluoride can lead to decreased IQ.
After the age of eight years fluoride is not beneficial because the teeth are done growing.
Mother’s breast milk does not contain fluoride, so babies should receive fluoride when their
teeth come in. This is when the brushing habit should be established and that pea-sized
amount of past will provide the needed fluoride. There is also a difference between naturally
occurring fluoride and the artificial fluoride that is put in the water supply.
Some dentists recommend water picks over flossing. The thinking is that floss moves bacteria
around in the mouth rather than removing it like a water pick would. Water pick prices range
from $20-100 so may pose a hardship for some people. Early stages of gum disease can be
reversible. These facts are why it is important to make sure people are scheduling regular
dental visits which help catch early signs of gum disease and give the opportunity to reverse it.
Did you know that problems in your mouth can lead to problems in the rest of your body?
Poor oral health can lead to high amount of bacteria which can lead to oral infections such as
tooth decay and gum disease. There three simple things we can do to help improve our oral
health. Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Floss at least once a day. Visit the
dentist for cleaning every 6 months. Oral health may affect or contribute to disease such
as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. One small step we can take to help
maintain a healthy life style is having good oral care. And remember, even the smallest smile
can brighten a dark day!
Vicki Evenson, Parish Nurse
As you read this newsletter we will be in the process of our host week. Once again, we could not
do it without all those who volunteer. You all are to be commended for stepping up and doing the
Lord’s work. THANK YOU!
We will be looking toward our next host week starting April 26th. It is great to be Jesus’ hands and
feet. If you have not helped during a host week, please pray about it and get in touch with one of
the team members to find out how you might help. We are looking for someone who might be
interested in sending thank you cards to volunteers. This would occur 4 times a year and cards and
stamps would be furnished. If you are interested, please contact one of the team members.
Team members include Bob & Patty Anderson, Denise Benton, Dean Braund, Jane Copus, Pat
Peterson, Jo Ann Steuri, Irv & Kay Case.
Our evaluation meeting for our host week will be Tuesday, February 3rd at 6:30pm here at church.
All are invited to attend.
If you have any questions, please contact Irv & Kay Case at 420-1004 or email [email protected]
JCKids are excited to finish their Veggie Series on depending on God. We will have some
Valentine’s Day Fun on February 18th with them as they bring their friends for a party!
Middle/High School Youth Group will continue meeting on Wednesdays from 7-8:30pm.
This month we will be planning for our 30 hour famine in March, as well as an Imagine No
Malaria Fundraiser. Watch for upcoming details!
There will be NO YOUTH on February 25th! Enjoy the break!
Mom's Day Out! will be February 14th from 10-3pm. We look forward to spending some fun
time with the little ones. Please volunteer to spend part of the day with some very sweet and
energetic kids.
A Night In At The Movies will be on February 20th. The movie is free and open to the
community. Popcorn, treats, and water will be sold for a small fee. We will be showing
“Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” at 7 pm and “Maze Runner”
at 9 pm. Bring your friends and enjoy a night out!
Saturday, February 21st at 6:30 pm we will open Fellowship Hall for a card night. Come in
and play a round – or more – with us! Euchre tournament anyone??
If you haven't liked the church on Facebook, please do! Lots of information and pictures are
available- United Methodist Church of Brodhead!
Start thinking about Summer Camps! Dates of camps and details are available at
wiumcamps.org. We have a great scholarship program waiting for applicants! Stop in to
the Christian Ed office for an application.
Schedule for Lent
Ash Wednesday Service: February 18th at 7p.m.
Wednesday Lenten Class on Prayer: February 25-March 25 at 7p.m.
Lenten Theme is: A Praying Church
In service and through the class, learn new ways to pray!
Join us for Family Craft Day on February 21st from 1-3 pm - We will be
transforming a lace doily into a cute little bowl, and while we wait for
that one to seal we will be making a stress-relieving glitter jar. Look for
a sample and sign-up sheet in the Welcome Center!
To my church family,
Again I thank you for your prayers on my behalf. Thank you also for your
remembrances from time to time. I’m slowly gaining some strength, but still
have quite a way to go. Thank you so much. My church and church family
mean so much to me. GOD IS GOOD!
In Christian Love,
Dorothy Shimko
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KEY USE POLICY
A Key Use Policy was recently written by the Trustees and approved by the Church Council.
The purpose of this policy is to assure that the Church building and equipment (facilities) of the
Brodhead United Methodist Church shall be adequately secured at all times.
All persons with the exception of the Church staff are required to complete a Key request form.
Request forms are available at the Church office during regular business hours.
Once this form is turned into the Church office, the request will be reviewed and key will be
issued if approved.
This policy will go into effect by mid February.
An announcement will be made during the Sunday service prior to the implementation.
A new lock will be installed in the North Entrance Door. The lock replacement is necessary due
to years of wear. Keys will not be available prior to this.
Jane Copus, Trustee Chairman
Jean Prestbroten would like to thank everyone for all of the prayers and
concerns that she has received. Her leukemia is now in "stable" condition,
thank God.
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Many thanks to everyone that helped put up and take down the nativity at
Veteran’s Park, as well as those involved in the decorating of our church for
the Christmas season.
2/4 Jacob Staffon
2/7 Autumn Wolfe
2/8 Steve Groves
Jerry Kamps
2/10 Maci Hoesly
2/11 Kaylyn Albert
2/12 Dean Braund
2/14 Casey Flannery
2/16 Bella Mansfield
2/18 Eryca Exum
Peyton McCallips
2/19 Vincent Mazzarisi
2/20 Dorothy Gessert
2/21 Onnikah Oliver
2/22 Deborah Kamps
David Rabe
Kathy West
2/24 Bob Anderson
2/25 Dale Lentz
Janice Schneider
*If we have failed to list your name, or if we have listed it incorrectly, please accept our apologies and let us know so that we may correct our records.
Bill & Wendy Roth 2/14/1995
Jerry & Betty Earleywine 2/17/1951
Art & Carole Riese 2/28/1959
Mark & Nancy Oliver 2/5/1977
Dean & Carolyn Braund 2/8/1964
LaMerl & Christine Hammon 2/8/1959
Troy & Shelly Gerber 2/14/1987
Articles for the March newsletter are
due to the office no later than
Sunday, February 15th.
Thank you.
Thank You Lord
Lord, I thank you today that when I need to hide, You are my hiding place. So often the
storms of life come, forcing me to seek a place of refuge and comfort. Fierce battles are often
fought inside me, making it necessary for me to retreat to a place of retreat, protection, and
safety. At times this dog-eat-dog world of materialistic competition crowds me near the brink
of physical and emotional chaos.
I thank You, Lord, that You are a hiding place in which I may shut out my problems, my fears,
my loneliness, my distress, my temptations, my material world. Then I can rest securely in
that place of refuge which is in You — sheltered and covered, protected and sheltered, yes
protected and loved. I am not ashamed to hide, Lord. There are times when not to hide would
be foolish. And I’m not too proud to hide at times; for I would be the first to admit that life is
sometimes too big for me to face alone, unaided. I would that all would find in You a hiding
place; for no other place can offer the refreshing that comes from You. Only after drinking at
Your fountain am I ready to go back into that ‘alien’ world and face life unafraid and with
courage.
Thank You for ‘always being there’, Lord! The Psalmist had a secret place where he lived
under the shadow of Your wing. So I (we) too can abide in peace and quietness and safety
and protection in You, our hiding place. Thank You Lord!
- -ds
Mom’s Day Out!
JC Kids
United Methodist Church of Brodhead
501 1st Center Ave
Brodhead, WI 53520
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Brodhead, WI 53520
Pastor: Krystal Goodger Christian Ed: Danielle Jorgensen
Parish Nurse: Vicki Evenson Custodian: Denise Benton
Secretary/Assistant Custodian: Terri Braund
Sunday Worship Schedule
Worship 9:00 a.m.
Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
The worship service airs Sunday
at 11am on cable channel 988