St. Matthew's United Methodist Church
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Belonging to . . . Believing in . . . Becoming servants for . . .Jesus Christ!
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St. Matthew's United Methodist Church
30900 West Six Mile Road Livonia, Michigan 48152 734-422-6038
e-mail: pastor@stmatthewslivonia.com
Belonging to . . .
Believing in . . .
Becoming servants for . . .
Jesus Christ!
We are located on Six Mile
between Middlebelt and Merriman Roads
Join us! Visitors always welcome!
Loving God and Serving People If you are wondering where you can easily make a donation for the EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORT IN HAITI, there are three ways:
1. A basket is in the Narthex with envelopes for donations this Sunday (which is tax deductable).
Please make checks payable to: ST. MATTHEW’S UMC.
If paying with cash, write your name and amount on the envelope to ensure proper credit.
2. Through the UMCOR website (United Methodist Committee on Relief) http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umcor/.
UMCOR has a long-time relationship and presence in Haiti.
On the right side of the screen you will see “HOW TO HELP” Haiti Emergency “Give Now”.
3. Mail a check to St. Matthew’s, 30900 Six Mile Rd., Livonia, MI 48152.
(Please make check payable to St. Matthew’s UMC & indicate in the memo line “Haiti Earthquake Fund”).
Sunday Mornings
Building a Community of Devoted Followers of Christ
9:30-10:20 am
Adult Sunday School (Bible Study) Join in anytime!
"Bible and More" meets in room 104
"Apply it to Life" meets in the Library
"Emmanuel" meets in room 107/108
"Nursery care" is provided in the Nursery
Our three adult Sunday school classes will meet as a large group to study “Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White.” by United Methodist Pastor, Adam Hamilton “You must understand this, my beloved: let everyone be quick to listen, slow to speak.–James 1:19.Adam Hamilton encourages thinking persons of faith to model for the rest of the country a richer, more thoughtful conversation on the political, moral, and religious issues that divide us. You may purchase a book for $18 or borrow one from the library. Join us in Room 107-108! Leaders: Jan Kirby and Kathy Lefler with support by other group members.
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Sunday Morning Worship
Children's Sunday School - "LIVE BIG"
Preschool ~ room 112
Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades - room 111
3rd, 4th, 5th grades - room 106
Junior High - room 109/110
Nursery Care - Nursery
Community Sunday Worship ~ Every third Sunday of the month
Children join us in Worship and our Faith Band plays led by Mark Ingersoll
Following the Children's Message during the worship service,
children in grades preschool through 5th grade will be excused to Sunday school.
Junior High and Senior High students will remain in worship.
All Sunday worship services are recorded on CDs. You may pick one up in the lobby.
11:30 a.m.
Coffee & Fellowship
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
F.R.O.G.S. - Next meeting Sunday, from 12 - 2pm
Friends Reaching Out for God! Hey Middle Schoolers! If you are in grades 6, 7 or 8, join us every first and third Sunday’s of each month from 6:00-8:00pm! Email Sue Craik to join FROG’s. If you need an amazing green t-shirt, send in your shirt size to cec@stmatthewslivonia.com.
6:30 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group meets every Sunday evening for Bible Study and activities ... room 109/110
Led by Youth Directors, Curtis & Rita Clarke yd@stmatthewslivonia.com
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YOUNG ADULT GROUP – (ages 18-30 yrs. old) ~ Contact Tim Ellis 734-812-1511 for gatherings ... Friends looking for Christian fellowship, service, and fun!
Check out our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=wall&gid=275055838734
What's going on ...
HOLY WEEK IS MARCH 28 - APRIL 4
Our Worship Schedule will include:
March 28 10:30am ~ Palm Sunday Worship at St. Matthew’s
April 1 7pm ~ Maundy Thursday Worship at St. Matthew’s
April 2 12 noon ~ Good Friday Worship at New Beginnings UMC in Redford
April 4 7am ~ Easter Sunrise Worship at Greenmeade
8:30-10am ~ Easter Pancake Breakfast at St. Matthew’s, sponsored by the Mission Committee
10:30am ~ Easter Worship
“WHEN I SEE THE CROSS” ~ Church groups and church families are asked to take a plain wooden cross and decorate it for Holy Week and Easter. Use paint, pictures, scriptures, symbols to represent what the cross means to you. The crosses will be set up outside along the church sidewalks and driveway… Please use permanent materials. Return by Saturday, March 27!
All are invited!
POTATO DINNER AND TEEN DANCERS FROM HOPE UMC
SUNDAY, MARCH 21 .... 5:30 - 7:00pm
5:30pm - Feast on baked potatoes with all the trimmings, potato soup, salad, and dessert (hot dogs on the side), all provided by the Men’s Group. Your donations will support the Society of St. Andrew’s Potato Project for feeding the hungry in America. Sign up! 6:30pm - Guest Dancers will entertain us from the Step Team "Movement of Faith". Teens from Southfield Hope UMC will praise God with their music, dance and energy. The purpose of the Movement of Faith ministry is to encourage and increase ones’ faith in God; motivate spiritual growth, build Godly characteristics, bring confidence, encourage self-esteem, self-discipline and foster teamwork. More information and video can be found on their website: www.hopeumc.org under “Ministries”, “Movement of Faith”.
SMALL GROUPS DURING LENT ~ “24 Hours that Changed the World” by Adam Hamilton is our all-church theme for the six weeks of Lent. In worship and small groups, we will learn about and share our understandings of the events leading up to Jesus’ death. “24 Hours that Changed the World” starts with the Last Supper of Jesus, takes us to the Garden of Gethsemane, to trial, and to the Cross. Rev. Adam Hamilton presents a short video of biblical scholarship on these events, filmed just last year in Jerusalem.
Everyone is encouraged to join a small group that will meet at church or in a home each week for 60-90 minutes of conversation about these events. You are encouraged to buy a booklet of 40 devotions for the 40 days of Lent based on these 24 Hours. The booklet costs $6 and is available in the church office during the week.
For more information, contact Sue Craik cec@stmatthewslivonia.com or 734-422-6038 or see Rev. Eckhardt.
You are welcome to join any of the following groups:
Group #1, Sundays at 1:00pm (for Young adults 18-30 yrs.)
Location: St. Matthew’s or offsite option Leader: Tim Ellis 734-812-1511
Group #2 Thursdays, 7:00pm-8:00pm (for anyone interested)
Location: St Matthew’s Leader: Curtis Clarke 313-570-4442
Group #3 Sundays, 6:30pm-7:30pm (for Senior High Youth)
Location: Youth room Leader: Rita Clarke 313-570-4443
Group #4 Wednesdays, 6:30pm (for anyone interested) Location: Jan Kirby's home
Leader: Jan Kirby, 34065 Orangelawn, Livonia (call for directions) 734-422-2786
Group #5 Thursdays, 11:30am, (for anyone interested)
Location: St. Matthew’s Leader: Sue Craik 248-961-5911
Group #6 Mondays, 7:00pm (for anyone interested) Location: Kim DeSantis’ home
Leader: Kim DeSantis, 17733 Myron, Livonia (call for directions) 734-427-1807
Group #7 Mondays, 2:00pm (for anyone interested)
Location: St. Matthew’s Leader: Carol Nelson 734-462-3261
Group #8 Mondays, 7:30pm (for anyone interested)
Location: St. Matthew’s Leader: Rev. Mary Margaret
CONFIRMATION FOR 7TH AND 8TH GRADERS — Students are invited to meet from 6:30-8:00pm on WEDNESDAY'S, through March 31 for lessons and experiences that will prepare them to claim the name Christian.
Additional plans are:
Saturday, April 10 - Day with the Bishop @ Adrian College
Saturday, April 24 - Mission Day Trip
Friday, April 30 - Rehearsal for Confirmation Sunday
Sunday, May 2 - CONFIRMATION SUNDAY @ 10:30am
Please contact Rev. Eckhardt or Kathy Lefler if you have questions 734-422-6038.
COMMUNION is available to anyone who is unable for various reasons to come to church on the first Sunday of the month. If you would like to receive communion at home please call the church office 734-422-6038. We will arrange for someone to bring communion to you. You will be contacted for a convenient day and time. If you are willing to take communion to our members, please call Jan Kirby 734-422-2786.
The NURSERY is in need of “baby rockers” from 10:15-11:35 EVERY Sunday during worship. We need two volunteers each week to wipe tears, read stories and care for our little ones. If you have volunteered in the past or have never had the pleasure, please sign up for a week(s) of your choice. Look for the sign up sheet on the board in the hall and by the nursery. New faces would be a welcome sight!:) Call Sue Craik at 734-422-6038 or email cec@stmatthewslivonia.com
St. Matthew’s OPEN VOLLEYBALL: All skill levels welcome! Sign up (or just show up) to play in Fellowship Hall on Wednesday’s at 7:00 pm. - ONGOING! It’s a better game with 6 on a team – It’s just for fun and a little exercise, PLEASE JOIN IN, bring a friend! No cost. Questions? Joe Black 734-591-0048.
If you would like to help with FUNERAL LUNCHEONS/DINNERS, please contact Mary Beltzman 734-513-9943 or any UMW Board member.
PLEASE SAVE TABS from pop cans and food cans which helps us fundraise! The Music Committee thanks you so much! Please keep them coming to the plastic box by the stoplight in the north entryway. The box is being emptied weekly. We will receive $.22 per pound. Wonder how many tabs in a pound? See the stoplight (church entrance to rear lot).
WANTED: CARING INDIVIDUALS ~ St. Matthew’s is in need of individuals who feel the calling to minister to fellow church members and friends through listening, support, prayer and encouragement. If you would like more information about how to become a Stephen Minister, see Lee Weber or call her at 734-422-8293
The Recipes and Remembrance Cook Books organized and published by the PM Circle are for sale at $13 each. Call Judy Harris 734-420-2736 for books if you would like one. They make great gifts!
CAREER WORKSHOP ~ Monday March 15 at 7pm – Library:
Finding a new job requires confidence, energy and connections. Workshops are designed to help people in employment transition build a network and use their resources to find that next good job. THE COMMUNITY IS WELCOME!
St. Matthew’s Career Team ~ Roger Nelson puckmaniac2k@yahoo.com, Mick Cruce mcruce@sbcglobal.net, Joe Black jblack117@aol.com, and Bob Eckhardt robert.eckhardt@earthlink.net are always available to work one-on-one with anyone looking for work.
There are many different kinds of needs; networking, communications, web support, resume support, encouragement. We spend some time brainstorming and some time working on resumes. Resources for networking, resumes and cover letter writing (among others) are available to loan from St. Matthew’s library!
ST MATTHEW'S TALENT SHOW is scheduled for Saturday, May 8th. Music committee is looking for people interested in assisting with planning of this event, including ideas for acts and scripts. If you would like to join the planning group contact Janet Ellis @ 734-421-2673. Everyone is invited to join us May 8th for a great evening of fun. Plan to participate and mark your calendars now!
The 2010 SILENT AUCTION sponsored by the P.M. Circle will be here before long. Plans are underway to make it the best auction ever. Some donations have already been received and are just waiting for bids. Bid dates will be April 25th and May 2nd with distribution of items on May 9th. If you know of someone that would like to make a donation to the auction please let any member of the P M Circle know or contact Peg Besecker 734 718-5040 (cell) 734 522-2826 (home).
SOUND SYSTEM UPDATE: Thanks to several volunteers we have a significant savings for the new sound system. With new speakers and sound board, we expect to notice clearer and more balanced vocal instrumental music. Some improvements are being postponed until next year as we continue to receive pledges and donations. If you have more questions, call John Delaney, 313-538-2456.
Given the economic situation in our region, Holy Cross, in cooperation with the City of Livonia, has started a Non-Food Pantry for residents of Livonia. The demand is great, so we are asking for help from other congregations. Government assistance covers only food items. Items needed include: toilet paper, dish soap, paper towel, floor cleaner, Kleenex, shampoo, bleach, toothpaste, laundry soap, bar soap, dryer sheets. Any help (one time or on going) will be greatly appreciated. We can receive donations between 9 and 4 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays. Holy Cross is on 6 Mile (bet. Merriman & Middlebelt).
Questions, contact Rickey Amstutz at Holy Cross at rickey@holycrosslivonia.org 734.427.1414 (9-4 M, Th, F).
2010 ALTAR FLOWERS CALENDAR SIGN UP … Altar flowers may be purchased "In honor of" … "In memory of" … "Anniversary"… "Birthday" … or any other occasion. Cost: $20 Single Vase, $40 Two Vases. You may take the flowers home following the worship service. Please fill out the yellow request form on the bulletin board (next to the "Flower Calendar") and turn it in to the office or Secretary mailbox in the hall. You may also call the church office to reserve your date. Be sure to sign up on the Flower Calendar to reserve the date you are requesting. The amount will be placed on your statement as a tax deduction.
2010 CHRISTIAN SUMMER CAMP brochures are here! There are many camps to choose from. St. Matthew’s has camperships available for all campers. The Detroit Area Conference can also help with additional financial needs. We want all St. Matthews youth to be able to experience summer camp! Stop by the sign-up wall in the hall across from the church office and pick up a brochure today! Questions? Call Kelly Yee at 734-673-4897 or e-mail at kbey1298@hotmail.com
The METHODIST CHILDREN’S HOME SOCIETY'S programs offer Residential Care: Provides an intensive residential treatment program for 70 boys ages 7 to 17. Each child receives individualized therapy targeting his special needs. Foster Care: Foster families receive on-going training and support. Adoption: Their adoption staff work to unite children who cannot return to their birth families with loving adoptive parents. Educational Empowerment: Summer School and After School Mentoring are offered for children who need help with reading, writing and math.
The need for monetary donations continue as abused and neglected children face increased needs for their services, especially during a time of high unemployment, record home foreclosures and financial stress. The recently introduced “Guardian Angel” program provides summer camp, sports equipment, and birthday and Christmas gifts. Please write “Guardian Angel” in the left-hand corner of your check if you would like your donation to go toward these services. Again, we thank you from the bottom of our heart for your on-going support. Envelopes can be found on the table in the Narthex.
St. Matthew’s SCRIP
BIRTHDAY’S, EATING OUT & GAS CARDS! ~ Busch’s/Hiller’s Gift Cards available.
Through the SCRIP program,each grocery gift card can be recharged at any register.
The church receives a percentage of the gift card amount and you receive the face value.
SCRIP profits support St. Matthew’s General Fund.
Questions? Gail Cruce at 734-462-1421 or Lynn Kerchen at 734-844-7336.
Place orders in Fellowship Hall on Sundays.
They make great gifts and a great way to say “thank you” to someone!
Loving God and Serving People
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