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THE

CIRCUIT WRITER

Wilmot United Methodist Church

Words from Wang 2

Messy Church; Relay for Life; Ad Council

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Joys & Concerns; Ignite Youth Activities

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Operation Christmas Child; ABC Blanket Bee; Relay for Life Luminaria

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Birthdays and Anniver-saries; Thank You; Relay for Life Brat Sale; Pastor’s Office Hours; Treasurer’s Report; Raising Funds

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April God’s Helpers 7

April Calendar 8

Inside this issue:

April 2018

April Community Senior Fellowship Wednesday, April 4th

10:00 AM All seniors living in the area are welcome to attend Community Senior

Fellowship on Wednesday, April 4th at 10:00 AM. Our program will be on “Traveling to Serbia, Croatia, & Bosnia” by Ann Bradshaw and Jim Lura. We will follow with free bingo and prizes. Don’t forget the delicious baked goods and coffee. See you there in the Fellowship Hall at Wilmot United Methodist Church, 11425 Fox River Road, Wilmot. Co-sponsored with Living Waters Ministries.

RELAY FOR LIFE

BAKE SALES

Our last bake sale, to raise money for Relay for Life will be Saturday,

April 21st starting at 8:30 AM at Richter’s Marketplace, Twin Lakes. If you have

any questions, please contact: Doris Carnahan at 262-877-9876.

Holy Week Sunday, March 25th — Palm Sunday

**8:30 AM Wilmot UMC

Thursday, March 29th — Maundy Thursday **7:00 PM Circuit 14 Service at Salem UMC, 25130 85th St., Salem

**6:15 PM Soup/ 7:00 PM Tenebrae Service at Calvary UCC, 1511

Wilmot Ave, Twin Lakes

Friday, March 30th — Good Friday **7:00 PM Circuit 14 Service at Pleasant Prairie, 8405 104th St,

Pleasant Prairie

**1:00 PM Service at Calvary UCC, 1511 Wilmot Ave, Twin Lakes

Sunday, April 1st — Easter **8:30 AM Service Wilmot UMC

**9:30 AM Potluck Brunch

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During this journey of Lent, some of us have been reading Emily Heath’s new book,

Courageous Faith – How to Rise and Resist in a Time of Fear. In the prologue of her book, she

recalls the story of Nachshon. As the story goes, when the people of Israel fled from their

slavery in Egypt, they soon found themselves caught between the Red Sea in front of them and

the armies of Egypt in close pursuit behind them. The story most of us know says that Moses

raised his arms, and the waters parted, allowing the people to go safely through on dry land.

It’s a great story.

As Emily recounts in her book, Midrashic tradition tells a little bit different story: Confronted

with an unknown sea, no one dared take the first step; then, Nachshon dared to stick a foot in

the water, and it parted just a little. With the next step, the water parted just a little more. So,

step by step, the water receded for the people. That’s a better story!

Having told that story in a sermon one day, Emily was informed by a rabbi, who happened to be

in worship, that the version of the story they knew said that Nachshon put his foot in the water,

and then, step by step waded further out. It was not until the water was past his waist, over his

shoulders, and had started to cover his mouth and nose that the waters began to part. That’s

the best story!

Are any of these stories “true”? That is really an insignificant question; there is,

however, great truth in these stories.

I’m guessing most of us have faced some sort of challenge in our lives; most of us know

what it is like to feel caught between that “rock and a hard place” [read Red Sea and Egyptian

army here]. Most of us know what it is like to be stuck – unable to see a way forward.

Sometimes, when we are in that situation, we might experience a full-blown miracle like in the

first version of the story – the waters part all at once and we clearly see the way forward.

More often, I think, we begin to find our way forward by taking one small step at a time and

finding just enough courage and direction to take the next step.

Sometimes, we begin to go forward, but we feel like there is no progress, still no direction, no

certainty. We may find ourselves on the brink of drowning, on the brink of giving up, when

suddenly, the water parts a little and we begin to see the way forward.

The good news in all of these stories, is that God is present, and God can and will show

us the way forward – the way to new life. Soon, we will gather to celebrate once again the

miracle of resurrection and the promise of new life we find in the empty tomb.

But before we get there, the way will look grim; the story will look hopeless; it will look as

though death won.

But we know better! We know the end of the story! And the end of the story, is a new

beginning!

Peace,

Pastor Judy

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MESSY CHURCH

Sunday, April 29th Trevor Grade School, Trevor

4:00 PM—6:00 PM

This is sponsored by the churches of Circuit 14 and Living Waters and is intergenerational ministry and

outreach into the community. “Messy Church,” is aimed at connecting with those in the area who are

not otherwise engaged in church—families, singles, couples… everyone is welcome to attend and

become part of this messy new phenomenon. If you are interested in helping, contact Rachel Hewitt at

queenrachel58@gmail.com

NOTE: May’s Messy Church will be Sunday, May 20th and not last Sunday of the month due to

Memorial Weekend.

RELAY FOR LIFE! May 4th 6PM—Midnight

Wilmot Union High School, Wilmot

Calvary UCC and Wilmot UMC will have a combined team for Relay for Life at Wilmot Union High

School in May. The event will last from 6 p.m. on Friday, May 4th to midnight. If you are interested in

being a team member, the registration fee is $10 to cover the cost of tee shirts. We have monetary help

available if anyone needs it. The deadline to sign people up is middle of April. We also need survivors

and caregivers to walk a lap each at the beginning of the event. Relay for Life is a fundraiser for the

American Cancer Society to help fund research, education, advocacy, and patient service programs. If

you wish to be on the team or have any questions about the event, please contact Doris or Laura

Carnahan at doriscarnahan@hotmail.com or call them 262-877-9876.

AD COUNCIL MEETING

Ad Council met on Sunday, March 11th. Pastor Judy reported Volunteers in Mission (VIM) will

be coming to the area April 15th—21st to help residents with flood repairs. Wilmot UMC will be

furnishing the meal on Thursday, April 19th. Doris Carnahan, Terry Colby and Barb Sherman will

coordinate the meal for the church. Pastor will be gone from April 7th –9th and Pastor Pamela Garside

Meyers will preach. Relay for Life will be May 4th. Calvary UCC will be having their Brat sale on April

28th with the money going towards Relay for Life. We discussed having the Pulled Pork Dinner with Ice

Cream Social this summer. The Trustees will be looking to repair the front steps and gutters this year.

We need to replace two smoke detectors due to our recent Fire Department inspection. The church

directory will be available for those in worship and rest will be mailed. The March Senior Ministry was

Love Inc and our April program will be Jim Lura and Ann Bradshaw’s travels to Bosnia, Croatia, and

Serbia. We approved the January and February treasurer’s reports and filed for future audit. The May

Messy Church will be May 20th and not the last Sunday of the month due to Memorial weekend. There

will be no July Senior Ministry due to July 4th. Our next meeting will be Sunday, Tuesday, May 8th at

6:30 PM.

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Joys & Concerns Concerns:

Mike Means safe travel for Audrey & Bob Davenport

Bill Hiort Fred Rausch’s friend

Larry Colby Michelle Walter’s friend, Dave

Safe travel for Pastor Judy & Pastor Bob Roger Wolf’s son, Joe

Rachel Hewitt’ friend, Jean’s father School Safety

People with cancer or recently diagnosed Davenport’s daughter-in-law’s sister, Karin

Joys:

Joan & Wayne Fritch say “Hi” Onesti’ family’s adoption

Happy Birthday Mollie Wang Bob & Audrey Davenport

Thank God for another week of life 95 year old Silver Lake Volunteer

Keep the following families who lost loved ones during the last month in your prayers.

Colby’s friend, Winnie; Bob Weber’s friend, Mary; Michelle Walter’s cousin, Becky’s husband,

Prassana Guneratne; 28 year old Brian Miscke; Pastor’s neighbor’s dog; Scott Walter’s brother-in-

law’s brother, Bobe Dahl

Continue to keep the following in your daily prayers!!

(If you have someone who needs continuing prayers please let the church office know !)

Ann Newcomb; Mike Means; Alyssa Poli; Retta & Jim Michalek; Bill Hiort; Riley Family; Colby’s

friend, Kathy Lowrey; Rachel Hewitt’s co-worker, Barb; Rachel Hewitt’s great nephew, Ryan;

Michelle Walter’s cousin, Karen; Terry Colby’s co-worker, Rose; R Hewitt’s friend, Jean; Rachel

Hewitt’s co-worker, Teresa Summerville’s nephew; Terry Colby’s co-worker’s 9 year old niece &

family; Bob Davenport’s brother, Mike; Shirley & Dean Schultz; Bill Hiort’s daughter, Starr; Doris

Carnahan’s friend, Debbie; Paul McKibben’s sister-in-law; Lois Grossman’s sister, Nancy; Ann

Newcomb’s daughter, Kelly; Doris Carnahan’s brother’s granddaughter, Crystal; Betty Hunt Wolf’s

mother, Marilyn

IGNITE YOUTH ACTIVITIES DATES!!

IGNITE Youth Group will be meeting on Sundays from 5:00 PM—7:00 PM at Wesley Chapel UMC, Bristol. All youth 6th—12th grade and friends are welcome. The

evening will begin with a simple meal together and check-in. We will have a faith forming activity as our focus as well as a fun game or other team building activity. End with a time of gratitude or prayer requests and announcements. Here are the dates: April 1st—Easter– NO YOUTH GROUP

April 8th—at Wesley Chapel UMC — 5:00 PM—7:00 PM

April 15th— at Wesley Chapel UMC — 5:00 PM—7:00 PM

April 20th—21st— CYM Youth Lock-in and Hunger Challenge—Friday evening 6:00 PM to Saturday 6:00 PM at Kenosha First UMC, 919 60th St. - this will be similar to 30 hour famine however any fundraising done will support our local Kenosha County Charities. Our time together will include lessons, challenges/ games and service in our community. Event will end with a “Break-Fast” at 5:00 PM.

April 29th— attend Messy Church

May 6th—at Wesley Chapel UMC — 5:00 PM—7:00 PM

For more information contact Pamela Garside-Meyers, 262-358-5102, livingwaters@wi.rr.com.

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PRAY FOR THE HARVEST (Matthew 9:37-38)

ABC PROJECT (ANGEL’S BLANKETS FOR CHILDREN)

We have started the ABC project Blanket Bees back up in 2018.

Following is the tentative schedule: These date are subject to change.

EVENING BEES: 1st Monday of Month 7 PM MORNING BEES: 3rd Wednesday of Month 10 AM

April 2nd April 18th

May 7th May 16th

We will take off for the summer and start back in September. Any questions contact Glenna Kisner.

Operation Christmas Child

For the month of March and April we will be collecting jump ropes, small cars, dolls, and other small toys. (We have enough stuffed animals.) There will be a box in the church’s entry way to put your items. We hope you will join us in this ministry!! If you want to check out Operation Christmas Child, here is the website: www.samaritanspurse.org/ what-we-do/operation-christmas-child If you have any questions, contact Doris Carnahan or Paul McKibben.

Light the way to a Cure... On Friday, May 4th at 9:00 PM at Wilmot Union High School, Luminaria will be lit in memory or honor of family and friends who have battled cancer.

Choose to recognize your loved one and help support the American Cancer Society by purchasing a Luminaria. Wilmot UMC is selling the Luminaria for $5 donation which will help in the fight against cancer and serve as a symbol along the pathway at the American Cancer Society Relay For Life to memorialize or honor someone you love.

To obtain a Luminara, complete the form below and return it with your check payable to the American Cancer Society and mail to Wilmot United Methodist Church, PO Box 218, Wilmot WI 53192 as soon as possible no later than Sunday, April 29th.

Your Name: ___________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________

City:__________________________________ State:____________ Zip:_________________

Circle One: In Memory of (deceased) In Honor of (Living)

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________

Message: ________________________________________________________________________________________

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HOBBIES OR INTEREST of Person (this is for decorating the bag) (three or four ideas would be helpful)

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Pronunciation Guide (if name is difficult to pronounce, please include the phonetic pronunciation to ensure accuracy during the reading of all names during the ceremony):

______________________________________________________________________________

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WAYS YOU CAN HELP US RAISE FUNDS:

1. Ask for a “Funds for Friends” sticker for your receipt at Richter’s Marketplace in Twin Lakes. Turn

in the receipt within the year and the church will receive 1% in return. Containers are found in the

church’s entryways.

2. Purchase gift cards in denominations of $50 or $100 for Woodman’s Market which is part of Living

Waters Scrip program. Living Water will receive 5% profit from the cars and will pay 2 1/2% to the local

church. Please contact Doris Carnahan (262-877-9876) at least a week in advance due to expiration

dates and make checks out to “Living Waters”.

3. Go to your computer and go to the website: Goodsearch.com (search engine) and Goodshop.com

(online shopping) and the church will receive a percentage of donations when you use these sites.

Please specify the charity: Wilmot United Methodist Church. Share your opinion at Goodsurverys.com

and completing an offer at Goodoffers.com, you’ll automatically earn us donations for free.

RAISING FUNDS

February Treasurer’s Report

2018 Budget 58,224.00

INCOME

Balance 2/1/2018 3,507.20

Income:

Sunday Offering 4,031.00

Expenses:

General Account (4,442.00)

Transfer from other accounts (60.00)

Balance 2/28/2018 3,036.20

Year to Date:

Balance 1/1/2017 4,459.31

Income:

General Account 7,209.00

Expenses:

General Account (8,512.17)

Transfer– Building /Maintenance (120.00)

Balance 2/28/2018 3,036.20

Please remember to mail in your offering envelope if you are out of town. We appreciate your sup-port.

Pastor’s Office Hours: By appointment

either call the church at 262-862-6366 or call or text at 262-308-4180 or email her at

wilmotumc@gmail.com

April Birthdays/

Anniversaries

5 Dianet Kisner

12 Brianna Johnson

13 Roger Sherman

26 Barbara Fiebelkorn

27 Henrietta Michalek

CHECK US OUT:

WEBSITE: www.wilmotumc.org

FACEBOOK: Wilmot United Methodist Church

Thank you, Paul McKibben for giving the message on February 25th while Pastor Judy was celebrating her daughter’s birthday. We would like to thank Doris Carnahan

and Linnea Rasch for auditing the church’s financial books, we appreciate your time to make sure our accounting is good.

Relay for Life Brat Sale

Saturday, April 28th

9:00 AM—2:00 PM

Richter Marketplace, Twin Lakes

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God’s Helpers

If you are unable to serve on Sunday at your scheduled time, please try to find a substitute. If you cannot find substitute liturgists, ushers, greeters and money counters call Audrey Davenport at (847) 838-5868.

Also, if you did not sign the Time & Talent Sheet, but would like to serve, call the Church Office at (262) 862-6366. Please call the Church office if substitutes are made, for proper identification of participants in the Sunday bulletin. Thank you!!

Fellowship (Third Sunday)

April 1st—Easter Potluck May 20th— June 17th- (If interested in serving, call church office)

Cleaning the Church Mar 25th—Apr 7th— Davenport Apr 8th—Apr 21st— Sherman Apr 22nd—May 5th— May 6th—May 19th—Sherman

Snow Shoveling Mar 19th—25th—Severt Mar 26th—Apr 1st—McKibben

Sunday Apr 1 Apr 8 Apr 15 Apr 22 Apr 29 May 6

Liturgist Paul McKibben Marge McGrath Glenna Kisner Bob Davenport Mike Wolf Marge McGrath

Greeters Barb Fiebelkorn Alice Johnson

Glenna Kisner Kathy Severt

Audrey & Bob Davenport

Judy Betz Barb Sherman

Paul McKibben Fred Rausch

Barb Fiebelkorn Alice Johnson

Ushers Paul McKibben Fred Rausch

Glenna Kisner Marge McGrath

Audrey & Bob Davenport

Judy Betz Barb Sherman

Paul McKibben Fred Rausch

Audrey & Bob Davenport

Lift Operator

Scott Walter Larry Colby Fred Rausch Bob Davenport Bob Weber Scott Walter

Nursery Betty Hunt Wolf Kathy Severt Barb Sherman Betty Hunt Wolf Kathy Severt Barb Sherman

Counter Barb Sherman Mike Wolf

Doris Carnahan Glenna Kisner

Audrey & Bob Davenport

Judy Betz Audrey Davenport

Barb Sherman Mike Wolf

Doris Carnahan Glenna Kisner

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April 2018 Wilmot United Methodist Church

Sunday Worship 8:30 AM

Church: 262-862-6366

Website: www.wilmotumc.org

Email: WilmotUMC@gmail.com

Pastor Judy’s call or text 262-308-4180

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 Easter/

Communion

8:30 AM Worship

9:30 AM Potluck Brunch

2 7:00 PM Blanket Bee at Calvary UCC

3 4 10:00 AM Community Senior Fellowship

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8:00 PM AA

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8 8:30 AM Worship

9:30 AM Adult Class

9 10 11 12

8:00 PM AA

13 14

15 Native

American Sunday 8:30 AM Worship

9:30 AM Adult Class

16 17 18 10:00 AM Blanket Bee at Calvary UCC

19 Wilmot UMC to

serve meal to

VIM

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Newsletter Deadline!

21 8:30 AM Relay for

Life Bake Sale at

Richter’s Market-

place, Twin Lakes

22 8:30 AM Worship

9:30 AM Adult Class

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8:00 PM AA

27 28 9:00 AM—2:00

PM Relay for Life

Brat Sale at

Richter’s Market-

place, Twin Lakes

29 8:30 AM Worship

9:30 AM Adult Class 4:00 PM—6:00 PM Messy Church at Trevor Wilmot Grade School

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April 7th—9th Pastor Judy Vacation

April 7th—9th Pastor Judy Vacation

Wisconsin Volunteers in Mission April 15th—21st in Southeastern Wisconsin

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Wilmot United

Methodist Church Rev. Judith Wang

Office Phone: 262-862-6366

Sunday Worship

8:30 AM

Adult Class 9:30 AM Nursery Service Available

THE CIRCUIT WRITER Newsletter Wilmot United Methodist Church

11425 Fox River Road

PO Box 218

Wilmot, WI 53192

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