newtonville united methodist church september, 2021
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The Church Bell Newtonville United Methodist Church
568 Loudon Road, P.O. Box 7 Newtonville, NY 12128
(corner of Loudon & Maxwell Roads) 518-785-6789
Inside:
~ Celebrations page 4
~ Church in Action page 2
~ News & Notes page 5
~ Promises page 5
Keep in touch with Pastor Steve - call or text his cell phone: 518-322-7746 or email him: boston.redsoxfan @hotmail.com
September, 2021
The summer is going by so very quickly! It is hard to believe that I am writing this column for the September 2021 Bell...and yet here we are! I first want to begin by saying thank you. The transition for my family to Newtonville has been seamless and positive. This has only been possible because of each of you, and the many ways you have connected with us, and reached out to help us during the move, and during these first few months together. We have been blessed by this Newtonville UMC family over and over again. Thank you. Joy and I tell everyone we meet just how amazing this congregation is, and we are so excited to come alongside of you all in ministry. God has big plans for this very church, and I can’t wait to see what comes next! I have been meeting with both church members and staff members this summer, mostly in an informal fashion, with the purpose of getting to know people, and getting to know routines and processes that already exist here at Newtonville. I am learning a lot about the place called Newtonville UMC, but what I value most is learning about the people. I have had the opportunity to share some about myself during these meetings as well. This month, the SPRC will be helping me to identify both individuals and groups who I should have conversations in a more official way. Look out for opportunities to meet with men in groups, and also as individuals, and please, take advantage of one of those meeting times in the coming weeks. In case you’re wondering... I will mostly be asking a few guiding questions and then listening to your stories and answers to those questions. I will definitely ask the following questions: When you talk to your friends and family, and, more importantly, the stranger at Starbuck’s... how do you describe your church? Why would someone want to come here for worship on Sunday? What do you think are the major challenges we face as a congregation? What does our community need from us as we move into the “new” (almost) post-pandemic future? So... be thinking about those questions, and come meet with me willing to share your answers! I am excited to begin this “listening” phase of our time together in September! Just a reminder that I am keeping the same office hours as Karin. MWTh from 12-3pm... just stop by if you’d like to chat during those times. If you need to contact me, please use my cell phone 443-813-7584, or send me an email at [email protected] See you in church! Nick
The Mission of Newtonville United Methodist Church is to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ
and to be God’s love with our neighbors in all places.
September 2021 2
UMCOR SCHOOL KITS (Due by September 19th)
School kit materials *One pair blunt scissors (Round tip only, No plastic scissors) *One box of 24 crayons (Only 24-count boxes are accepted) *3 one-subject notebooks
(No marble composition books) (No 3 or 5-subject notebooks)
*One pack of loose-leaf paper (100-200 page packets are acceptable) (Wide or college rule accepted) *One hand-held pencil sharpener (1-inch or longer) (Remove from packaging) *One ruler (12 inches or 30 centimeters long) (Sturdy or flexible material accepted) Six unsharpened pencils One eraser (Two inches or larger) One two-gallon re-sealable plastic bag
Assembly Directions Stack all paper items on top of each other. Place all loose items on top of paper. Small loose items may be placed in a smaller re-sealable bag. Place kit inside of re-sealable bag and seal. Important Notes All items must be new. Homemade or purchased cloth tote bags are not accepted. Please do not include any personal notes, money or additional materials in the kits. Contents of kits or the containers of kits should not be imprinted with cartoon characters, advertisements, religious, patriotic, military or camouflage symbols.
MESSAGE FROM THE LAY LEADER I would like to thank all those who came together in so many ways to prepare for Pastor Nick and his family’s arrival. It was wonderful to spend a day with so many of you whom I had not seen for so long due to COVID restrictions and to witness all the hard work done both inside and outside the parsonage. It was a several day process that required many hands and many hours. THANK YOU ALL!!!!!! If you have not gotten a chance to meet Pastor Nick I encourage you to drop by and visit during his office hours, give him a call, email him or, chat briefly after service on Sunday. It is a new beginning for all of us with much to celebrate and look forward to. As fall approaches I think we had all hoped that COVID would be much more in the past than in the present. It continues to present uncertainties and the need for precautions to keep not only ourselves, but everyone around us, safe. My prayer is that we will be able to have the children back in Sunday school, gather for Bible study and continue to worship together. It has certainly been heartwarming to see some familiar faces as people begin to return to church on Sunday mornings. Be well and keep safe. In Peace, Pam
The Church in Action…
September 2021 3
September Birthdays 1 – Brandon Akuoko
2 – Patrick Palmer
10 – Maryann Olstad
10 – Stefanie Pe’rez
10 – Kathy Mascelli
13 – Pam LaCasio
11 – Donna Buda
14 – Jim Kurbiel
17 – Bob Kircher
17 – Jonathan Smith
18 – Laurie Wheeler
22 – David S. Plume
23 – Art Bowen
28 – Jeanie Guity
29 – Tyler Scorzelli
NUMC would like to celebrate
birthdays and anniversaries! Please
share these dates with the office:
HOMECOMING SUNDAY AND
CHURCH PICNIC
Sunday, September 19th.
Join us
Homecoming
Sunday,
September
19th at 10am
for worship.
The present plan is to begin Faith
Village on the following Sunday,
September 26th. After the service,
we will continue the Homecoming
celebration with an All-Church Picnic.
At 12pm we will gather at the pavilion
behind the SRLFD fire station at 146
Old Niskayuna Rd. Attendees are
asked to sign up in the Grace Krause
Lounge or by emailing or calling the
church office; bring a dish to share
(with a serving utensil) and a spirit of
fun. There are many ways to
contribute... Items needed in addition
to a dish to share: paper plates &
napkins, plastic cups, forks, spoons, &
tablecloths, lemonade mix, mustard,
ketchup, relish, sliced cheese & onion.
Celebrations!
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In Our Prayers For Kathy Maker recovering from surgery; those dealing with health issues; Sally Coonley, Archie Maker, Kathy Maker, Barb Rasmussen; Piper Toby, Eleanor Loos, Pat Loz, Christopher Biggs, Stephanie Sherman, Ann Crocker Lawton, Susan C.; those dealing with addiction and those struggling to manage anxiety and fight depression. Contact the office to add or remove a prayer request. Cards or calls would be appreciated: Cecelia Fluewelling - 19 Pasinella Way, Cohoes, NY
12047
VISITATIONS
Pastor Nick will be scheduling visits to homebound members within the next few weeks. If you have someone that would like a visit, please contact Pastor Nick at [email protected]
SEPTEMBER VOLUNTEERS:
Usher Rotation assisting Bill Smith & Art Bowen September 5: Tom Assimon September 12: Nancy Goddard and Clifton Fowles September 19: Liz and David McGeough-Gamache September 26: Nancy Goddard and Donna Buda Worship Assistant Rotation Sept 5: Sandy Rivenburg Sept 12: Liz McGeough-Gamache Sept 19: Frank Essien Sept 26: Kathy Franklin
FINANCIAL OFFERINGS
Offerings can be given at Sunday services or mailed to the office, either in your regular offering envelopes or marked "Attn: Kathy Franklin" to P.O. Box 7, Newtonville, NY 12128. The GivePlus app is another option that can be downloaded to either iPhone or Android. Simply search by zip code 12128. For electronic giving on a regular basis, please contact the church office and we will put Kathy in touch with you to set that up through Vanco. We sincerely appreciate your continued financial support.
Our Gifts June &July 2021
Average Undesignated Income needed per 2 months $34,996
Pledges $20,353
Plate $820
Preschool $676
BBQ $6,876
Bldg Rent $1,500
Bottles $15
Misc* incl. COVID Loan Forgiveness $5,835
Undesignated Income Total
$36,075
Designated Funds
Building Fund $2,897
Youth $40
DS Mission $200
Little Food Pantry $360
Youth $40
Peace with Justice $10
September 2021 5
News and Notes SUNDAY SCHOOL Seeking volunteers We are seeking coordinators, teachers and assistants for the new Faith Village Sunday school year. Please share your interests with Pastor Nick or Karin. We are shooting for Sunday, September 26th as the start
date.
YOUTH GROUP Seeking volunteers We are seeking coordinators for our Junior High and High School Youth Group. Please share your interests with Pastor Nick or Karin. Plans are being made to resume this ministry in person if circumstances permit this fall. Please check the weekly updates for the latest news.
CRIB ROOM Seeking volunteers We would like to reopen the crib room around the same time Sunday school starts up. If you are interested in volunteering with our youngest please contact the office. Adults are required to wear masks.
TRUSTEES Trustees will meet in person on Monday, September 6, 2021 at 6:30pm.
CHURCH COUNCIL The next council meeting will be Tuesday, September 28 at 7pm.
FINANCE The Finance Committee is meeting on Tuesday, September 14, 2020 at 6:30pm.
UPPER ROOM Daily Devotionals are available at https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals. There is also an app available for both Upper Room and Alive Now, so you can get them right on your phone or tablet. Printed copies are available in the elevator alcove.
THE RESPONSE (UMW Magazine) The Response magazine is an award-winning publication, is the official magazine of United Methodist Women and is published by the national office. Each issue will touch your heart, stir your soul, and challenge your mind. Topics and issues cover spiritual growth, mission outreach and reports on our local, national and international work. Here is the link: https://www.unitedmethodistwomen.org/response Password [email protected]; zip code 12110
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY Needle workers are finishing up sets of hats, mittens and scarves for Red Bird Mission delivery in time for Christmas. We also make shawls and blankets for church baptisms and for those locally who are ill, grieving or otherwise in need of some comfort. We meet twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month in Room 4 where there is lots of space to spread out, masked unless otherwise agreed to by all present, socially distancing, signing in and sanitizing before and after we gather to work and pray. Some of us sort the work that was done between gatherings while others knit or crochet and catch up on news about our church family; the bins of new handmade clothing are filling up. Some folks just pop in just to join the group for an hour or two of conversation. All donations will find a home. Please note for those attending in person that wearing a mask that covers the mouth and nose is required to enter the building; mask wearing as we work will be decided by those participating.
September 2021 6
BROOKS BARBECUE 2021 DATES
Dates are: Thursday, September 16 Thursday, October 7
4pm until sold out!
Dinner includes: Chicken or Ribs, baked potato, roll, applesauce and homemade brownie. Prices: Chicken dinner $11 Rib dinner $13 Chicken only $8 Rib only $10 Sauces $5 BBQ COVID protocol *Masks and social distancing required both inside the building. *Enter building on north side (handicap entrance). *Make an attempt to have no more than 2 people per customer, and know what you want to order. Checks should be made payable to NUMC.
GARAGE SALE 2021
Church Council has approved Saturday, October 2 as the date of the annual sale pending health and safety issues. Watch the weekly updates from the NUMC office for the latest news about this event.
MUSIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL The Newtonville UMC Choir started rehearsals this summer. Anyone interested in joining the NUMC Choir, contact [email protected] for information".
FOOD ASSISTANCE is available through
food pantries throughout the Capital Region. If you or someone you know is in need of food, you can locate a food pantry serving your community here: www.thefoodpantries.org.
THE NUMC LITTLE FOOD PANTRY is
available 24 hour per day/7 days per week for anyone in need of emergency food or personal care items. If you would like to donate simply leave your items in the food pantry cabinet, located in the rear parking lot.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Are you or is someone you know in need of financial assistance? The church has received gifts from individual's stimulus checks to use the funds to help those who may be in financial need during this difficult time. If you know of someone who may be struggling to feed their family, pay utilities, or otherwise meet basic expenses, please call Karin in the office. If you are interested in adding to this fund please send your gift to the church, attention: Kathy Franklin. All donations and distributions will remain fully anonymous.
September 2021 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 6:00pm AA 5:00pm TOPS
7:00pm BSA PLC meeting
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 10:00 Worship 6:00pm AA
Labor Day Trustees 6:00pm AA
10:00am Banjo Band 6:00pm AA 6:30pm RCA
6:00pm AA 5:00pm TOPS 10:00am Sewing Guild
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10:00 Worship 6:00pm AA
1:00pm Prayer Shawl 6:00pm AA
6:00pm AA 6:00pm SOS 6:30pm Finance
6:00pm AA 6:00pm Girl Scouts 7:00pm BSA Troop meeting
4:00pm Brooks Barbecue 5:00pm TOPS
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 10:00 Worship 12:00pm Church Picnic 6:00pm AA
Garage Sale collection begins 6:00pm AA
1:00pm Banjo Band 6:00pm AA 6:30pm RCA
6:00pm AA 6:00pm Girl Scouts 7:00pm BSA Troop meeting
5:00pm TOPS
26 27 28 29 30 10:00 Worship & Sunday School Begins 6:00pm AA
1:00pm Prayer Shawl 6:00pm AA
6:00pm AA 7:00pm Church Council
6:00pm AA 6:00pm Girl Scouts 7:00pm BSA Troop meeting
5:00pm TOPS
September At-a-Glance 6 – Trustees 6:30pm
13 – Prayer Shawl 1pm
14 – Brooks prep 8am
14 - Finance 6:30pm
15 – Brooks prep 8am
16 – Brooks BBQ 4pm
19 – Homecoming Sunday, Church Picnic
20 – Garage Sale Collections begin
26 – Sunday School begins
28 - Church Council 7pm
Join us! Bring a
friend, Invite a neighbor!
Office Hours: Monday,
Wednesday, & Thursday
12p.m. – 3p.m.
Videos of the sermons can be
found online at
www.facebook.com/newtonvilleum
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Lead Pastor Music Director
Pastoral Assistant Admin. Assistant
Sexton Preschool Director
Office Hours Telephone
Email Website
Facebook Group
Nicholas Bufano Brandon Maleski Bill Rainbolt Karin Wheatley Richard Bryant Karin Wheatley Mon, Wed, & Thurs 12-3pm 518-785-6789 [email protected] www.numc.net
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