The Contact - January 2012

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Carmel, IN 46032

Phone: 317-844-7275

Fax: 317-848-8790

E-mail: caremail@carmelumc.org

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Indianapolis is excited about the Super Bowl coming in February. But at CUMC we’re even more excited about our Souper Bowl of Caring contest. After all of the excitement of the Christmas season, the needs of local food pantries are even more acute. The shelves empty rapidly as hungry families come for assistance.

CUMC’s Children's Ministry and Youth Ministry have joined together to help stock the shelves again with the Souper Bowl of Caring 2012. Please bring in a non-perishable food item beginning January 1. On January 29 at 3:33 pm, the Jr. and Sr. High students and their parents will go to five Hamilton County food pantries to clean, paint, organize and stock shelves. Our food pantry will be one of the 5 and much of the food will stay right here at CUMC.

To encourage you to give generously, Scott McDermid and Aj Mildenberg are having a little contest. They both believe that their ministry area will collect the most non-perishable food. If Children’s Ministry wins, Scott will show his high school show choir video at Coffee Fellowship on Sunday Morning (think Glee from the 90’s). If Youth Ministry wins, Pastor Aj will exercise to a Zumba song during Coffee Fellowship. No matter which of our dedicated ministers wins (or loses), hungry families throughout Hamilton County will be helped.

Look for boxes throughout the building and “vote” with your food donations!

Faith Promise Missions

A Past to Remember…

In February, 2012, we will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the start of the Carmel UMC Food Pantry.

Twenty years ago, now-deceased member Jeanette Hole brought to the missions team the idea of a Food Pantry to provide some relief for those experiencing trying times. She had worked at one with their church in Texas before moving to Carmel. The missions team was supportive and moved forward.

The Food Pantry began in a small room, actually a closet on the southwest corner of the church near the elevator. Letters were written to churches in the area about the start of the Food Pantry, inviting them to participate by donation of food and/or by referring those who were in need. The missions team placed letters around the community at grocery stores, the Laundromat, etc. It opened operating one day a week. Clients were slow to appear but the support of the congregation of Carmel UMC was the opposite. They were supportive and generous with donations from the onset.

A Future to Pursue…

The heart for noticing the needs of others and starting a mission to serve was alive with Jeanette Hole and continues today. God continues to open our eyes to the needs of others and touch the hearts of folks to serve in new ways. The missions team is excited about three new opportunities in 2012:

1. Habitat for Humanity Build

Carmel UMC and other United Methodist Churches in Hamilton County have committed to a Habitat for Humanity build. We will share the cost of $70,000 and the work on a house in Home Place around March, 2012. There are so many opportunities available…prayer, construction work for the skilled, multiple other support tasks for the unskilled, meals to be provided, etc.

If interested, contact Richard Carriger (rcarriger@richardcarriger.com)

2. Mohawk Hills Apartment outreach

This ministry is being offered to reach out to children and adults in the Mohawk Hills Apartments

just down the street from CUMC. Already a gathering has been held for Halloween and Christmas with another slated for January, 2012. Plans are also in process to reach out to them around Vacation Bible School.

Shared leadership and helping hands with events will be needed for this ministry to begin. If interested, please contact Jana Miller (mjmiller2@sbcglobal.net)

3. Reaching out to Seniors in conjunction with Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County.

This ministry is being offered to seniors who may need a little assistance from time to time to help them stay in their homes. Help may be transportation to appointments, changing a light bulb, minor home repairs, light housekeeping and/ or social interaction.

Shared leadership and volunteers to be a support to Seniors is needed as well as referrals of Seniors who could use some support. If interested, please contact Jane Kelly (jkelley@bsu.edu).

The plan is in place for all of these new opportunities (to say nothing of those that we are already actively supporting). God has continually blessed our congregation, so we are continuing to grow in the ways that we may bless others.

I hope that this year, you will listen to the invitation of the theme for Faith Promise and walk through a door of opportunity to serve in another and new way. Step out of your comfort zone and your own schedule and see the possibilities that can come from even the smallest of task or relationship. God can do so much with so little!!!

Rev. Patti Payntor

“Walk Through the Doors of Opportunity”

Faith Promise Month calls special attention to the mission of the church to proclaim Jesus Christ. On Faith Promise Sunday (January 29), you will have the opportunity to make a “second-mile” covenant to missions.

Faith Promise Giving is…

• A commitment to missions for the coming year, a specific amount you trust God to supply through you, not necessarily from known sources.

• A covenant between you and God to give over and beyond your own ability, as God provides us our unlimited resources.

• An opportunity to designate your gift for a mission area of your choosing channeled through our church monthly, in a lump sum or as God provides.

• Giving 100% to mission programs locally, nationally and globally.

Faith Promise Giving is Not…

• Based on money you already have or are sure to receive.

• Your present giving to the church.

• A drain on our general budget receipts.

How Can I Support Missions at CUMC?

• Make a Faith Promise gift to monetarily support missions.

• Commit 3 more hours of your time than you did last year in serving in “hands-on” mission projects.

• Continue to include missions in your prayers

• Join the CUMC missions ministry team!

17 missions will be listed on Faith Promise pledge cards for 2012. You can pledge financial support for any or all of these 17 missions.

Serving our Soldiers

We recently received this letter from a Marine unit: Ma’am: On behalf of my Marines, I would like to say THANK YOU! We appreciate and enjoy receiving packages, letters/cards and well wishes from the fine Americans like yourself that support us and what we are doing here.

We work all day, every day out here. We are located in the mountains of southern Afghanistan. The winter is starting to kick in a little earlier than expected...which I am not a fan of! We have been here for about a month and a half and are expecting to be back in the states with family and friends in the spring. We are doing great things here and accomplishing our mission.

Donated items can be left at the IHN volunteer table on January 1, 8 or 15. Thank you for all you do to help make this mission possible year after year!

If you would like more information about how you can help with Interfaith Hospitality Network, contact Dale or Terri Hughes at dj.hughes@earthlink.net or 575-8598.

Please mark your calendar with the dates CUMC will host the IHN families during 2012: January 15-22, June 3-10, July 29-August 4, and October 14-21.

Green Bean Casserole Project

Here’s your chance to learn a little about the CUMC staff. The question was: If you were given $1000 with the stipulation that it had to be used to help others, what would you do with the money?

See if you can match the answer with the correct staff member!

1. I’d send it to the Parrot Rescue Center in Texarkana, Texas to support folks who give of their time, talents and financial resources to rescue parrots from bad environments and homes.

2. I would buy snow boots for boys to donate to next year’s Kids Coats. This year when I helped a family with 2 elementary boys there were no boots left for them.

3. I would split it in half, allocating half to Youth Ministry and half to the Henderson mission trip, to be used as scholarships for people who would like to participate but need financial support to do so.

4. I would use it to help build a school for the children of “Milagro De Dios” in El Salvador who have no ability to attend school unless they leave home and leave their families and parents behind.

5. I would give it to our new missions in 2012—Mohawk Outreach and Shepherd Center Community Caring because they are new and great opportunities to get more folks serving beyond themselves.

6. I would use it to help folks who are having trouble paying their utility bills this winter.

7. I would give it to White Family Services who offers faith-based training and support to foster families.

8. Because I believe with all of my heart that a short term mission trip to another country serving others gets a believer to focus less on themselves and more on trusting God, I would pick 2-4 people who would take the trip seriously and split the money among them to

make it possible for them financially to go on the trip. When we are in the middle of a culture we don't always understand and a language we do not speak we tend to rely on and look for God more than we do when we are comfortable, everything is familiar and convenient.

9. I would give some to colon cancer, The Heart Association, epilepsy and the rest to The World Race!

10. I would approach IHN (or similar program) and give them the funds to purchase sewing machines and employ someone (hopefully a volunteer) to teach the moms the basics of sewing and mending, giving them a means to make clothing "stretch" and make inexpensive gifts for their family and others. Each mom would be offered a sewing machine as they leave the program. Also, teach them to knit or crochet hats and scarves for their family and gifts, supplying them with needles and initial supply of yarn.

11. I would use the money to help provide a “water purification system” to a village in Haiti. These systems can provide safe water at nearly no cost and in the process provide chlorine bleach as a byproduct.

12. I would create an emergency fund to help people who are just a little short of money and need just a little help.

Who said that?

____Kevin Andrews

____Sandra Andrews

____Pat Daege

____Barbara Krueger

____Ray Marsh

____Scott McDermid

Check page 4 for the answers!

Again, thank you so much for the support. Sempi Fi, 1stLt Quigley, T.C.

PS-Some of the Marines out here are missing from the photo, they were on duty at the time.

We’re Having Company!

Our first IHN rotation begins Sunday, January 15 and there are a few things we need to get ready. Of course we need people to drive the van, prepare meals, donate food items, and help with children's activities. We also are in need of the following new or gently used items: twin sheet sets, towel sets, children's DVD movies.

The casserole project for the Soup’s On Thanksgiving dinner at Robert's Park UMC was a great success! Thanks to everyone who made a casserole: Patti Payntor; Sue Noonan; Barb Hammer; Nancy LaFon; Pam Bollier; Angela Corley; Cheri Hammer, Mary Stephan, Natalie Lerner; Michele Zigon; Judy Stohler; Sherry Hamilton; Michelle King; Alice Voris; Alice Moore; Mary Jo Hoffman; Janet Haskett; Cindy Wardlow; Terri Hughes; Hilda Hadley; Peggy Utterback; Kathryn Kessler; Jennie Lin Francis; Julie Brown, Robin Wheeler; Mary Jane Coffing; Mitzi Rose; Shirley Bailey; Margie Nichols, Sandy Phillips, Mary Kelly. Transportation coordinator was Wayne Lerner.

Mission of the Month – Interfaith Hospitality Network

In January, the loose coin offering will support the Indianapolis Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN). IHN is a network of congregations in Marion and Hamilton Counties that are responding to the needs of the homeless. CUMC hosts IHN homeless families four weeks per year.

Rev. Patti Payntor: ppayntor@carmelcumc.org or 844-7275.

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January 4

Meatloaf

Scalloped Potatoes

Braised Carrots

Loaded Potato Soup

Jello Cake

Kids~Grilled Cheese

Servers: Disciple Bible Studies

____Greg McGarvey

____Aj Mildenberg

____Pat Morrison

____Patti Payntor

____Sandy Phillips

____Chuck Shockney

January 11

Oven Fried Chicken

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Green Beans

Biscuits

Cheddar Cheese Soup

Texas Sheet Cake

Kids~Chicken Nuggets

Servers: FOG Sunday School Class

January 18

Roast Pork Loin

Cheesy Potato Casserole

California Blend Vegetables

Chili

Apple Crisp

Kids~Mini Corn Dogs

Servers: Stephen Ministers

Adult Meal: $6; Children’s Meal: $3; Soup, Salad and Dessert: $4.

Family maximum: $25 (immediate family only, please). Children 3 & under eat free.

January 25

Roast Beef

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Corn

Vegetable Soup

Chocolate Cherry Cake

Kids~Pizza

Servers: Ushers

Dinner: 5:30-6:30 pm. Bible Studies and Kidz Club: 6:30 pm. Childcare available for under 3 years old. See the Adult Education section for new Wednesday Night studies and classes

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Sundays @ 9:30 am in LL 36 6-8 grade students join together for a worship experience just for Jr. High students including music, snacks, interactive small groups, games and more...you don’t want to miss this!

3 Hours A Week

That is what CUMC is recommending to help you grow in your faith.

• 1 Hour of Service

• 1 Hour of Worship

• 1 Hour of Growth in Bible Study or Devotions

Sundays @ 9:30 - Underground High School students (9-12) worship through song, drama, videos, teaching and small group time, plus games and snacks make for a great morning of worship and fun.

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Carmel UMC missions coordinates opportunities to serve in 17 differing missions...open the door to missions today!

Operation Classroom and Doctor

Special outreach of the Indiana United Methodist Conference which provides quality education, health care, mental health care, and refugee support for war-torn families in Sierra Leone and Liberia.

Support our Soldiers

Support for deployed soldiers and local veterans via care packages, letters and spiritual support.

Parents and youth serving together is what 5th Sundays are about. On January 29 at 3:33 we will meet at CUMC for devotions and instructions...then head out to 5 area food pantries to deliver food and help around the pantry (cleaning, sorting, painting...whatever they need). We will be done by around 5:30 pm.

Winterblast is coming, it’s almost here...don’t miss out on our biggest and best event of the year. Register online at carmelumc.org ASAP before you miss your chance to ski, snowboard, sled, play dodgeball and cosmic bowling, rock-climb, play pickleball or hang in the game room, worship with Christian band Harlend, listen to amazing devotions from “Parker” and make tons of new friends on our MEGA retreat.

January 14-16, all 6-12 graders welcome!

Scott McDermid, Minister to Youth: smcdermid@carmelumc.org Kevin Andrews, Jr. High Youth Assistant: kandrews@carmelumc.org

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Financial Status through November 30, 2011

Budgeted Actual Amount

Income $ 1,194,385 $ 1,185,022

Expense $1,246,024

$ 1,277,876

$ (51,639) $ (92,854)

These figures do not include Weekday Ministries income and expenses. Contact Pat Daege, Financial Secretary at 844-7275 or pdaege@carmelumc.org

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Fletcher Place Breakfast

Every 4th and 5th Fridays serving scrambled cheesy eggs, biscuits, gravy and more for the homeless and hungry near Fountain Square.

Soup’s On

Four times a year we prepare, serve and clean up for Sunday lunch at Roberts Park UMC in downtown Indianapolis adding special touches like giving a sack lunch, socks, hats, gloves and chap stick.

Second Starts

CUMC International Mission teams

Purchases materials and supplies for work teams from CUMC that embark on international mission trips.

Tom Heaton—Missionary to Guatemala

United Methodist missionary project that will provide pastor training, health clinics and preschool education to rural Mayan populations in Guatemala that live in extreme poverty.

Lauren Noonan (cru Ministry at Ball State University)

In her ministry, Lauren Noonan (from CUMC) will share the gospel with students on the college campus and build them up in their faith walk with the Lord for a lifetime.

United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR)

The disaster relief and recovery organization of the United Methodist Church. Our funds will help support UMCOR’s efforts in supporting disaster victims and war refugees.

Henderson Settlement in Frakes, Kentucky

Long-standing United Methodist mission that provides spiritual and physical needs for low-income residents in the Appalachian area of Kentucky.

National Mission Work Trips

Provides members of CUMC with opportunities for Christian service, fellowship, evangelism, cross-cultural exchanges and appreciation for missions. Faith Promise offerings will go toward transportation, supplies and equipment for adult, family and youth worktrips.

Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN)

Network of congregations that are responding to the needs of the homeless. Within the walls of our church, CUMC hosts homeless families on a rotational basis up to 4 weeks per year. The IHN network also strives for longer-term solutions for the homeless.

Second Starts provides home supply kits for homeless individuals and families who are moving back into housing. Second Starts supports a wide number of agencies in the Indianapolis area and is currently located in the CUMC Mission House.

CUMC Food Pantry

Our church offers a food pantry of free nonperishable food items that serves hundreds of local families each year. Approximately $400-500 is needed each week to keep the food pantry stocked. Demand is constantly increasing.

CUMC Outreach Ministries

• Support and walk the CROP Walk fighting hunger.

• CUMC is in the heart of Carmel celebrating 4th of July.

• Outreach to the children of Mohawk Hills Apartments.

Comfort Closet

Mission at CUMC that collects and distributes gently used and new clothing and shoes for students from Kindergarten to 12th grade in Hamilton County schools.

Hamilton County Kids Coats

An interfaith mission that collects and distributes donated new and used coats and other winter wear for children in Hamilton County.

Hamilton County Habitat for Humanity

CUMC will be joining other churches in building new Habitat homes for families in Hamilton County.

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Where in the world and what are they doing?????

The CUMC supported missionaries…

Tifanny Robison

-serves with Child Evangelism Fellowship

-stationed in London, England where there is a large population of displaced Muslims. They offer a Bible Club for the children after school and programs to support the mothers with their families.

Taught English. In Albania to college students and in Romania to elementary aged students. Both were great experiences, but my favorite was teaching the parts of the body to the children in Romania using the song “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes” and laughing because their favorite body part to shout was “stomach”. Got my haircut in another country

Declared truth out loud in front of 50+ people

Stepped into new realizations about who I am in Christ –learning how to continually walk in that

Rev. Tom Heaton

Ongoing Events:

• Free Adult Volleyball, Sundays from 5:30-7:30 pm

• Free men’s open basketball. Tuesdays at 7 pm

• Ladies’ fitness Zumba classes. Monday and Thursday at 7 pm; Wednesday at 9:15 am. The first class is free. Buy tickets for classes on our website.

• Tone Plus Strength & Toning Classes. A 55 minute, adult (16+) co-ed class focusing on targeting and toning specific large muscle groups. Tuesdays at 9:15 am; Thursdays at 7 pm.

Where in the world is Branson, Missouri and what in the world is there to do in Branson, Missouri????

on the trip and now that I have been there, I can tell you that it was great fun!!! The thing that I really noticed was how nice it was to be in an entertainment area such as Branson that shared so freely the Christian message and also were so patriotically supportive of our troops (present and past).

My conclusion…I am sorry there were not more CUMC folks on the trip but I would go again in a heart beat!!! And now you can ask me about Branson any time and I will be happy to share.

Rev. Patti Payntor

Lauren Noonan

-serves at Ball State University with cru (formerly known as Campus Crusade for Christ)

“I love that I get to work with college students and believe the college campus is one of the most strategic places to be sharing the gospel. Not to mention, it’s a blast working with college students, no matter what country or culture you’re in.”

Lauren Ginny

Allison

-serves through Adventures in Mission, a Christian ministry that sends thousands of people on mission trips annually with focus on prayer and discipleship. Their goal is to see lives radically transformed by God.

-check out Ginny’s blog so you can know where in the world she is (ginnyallison.theworldrace.org). Her “no longer can I say never have I ever” lists are fun!!

-Since Ginny has been in Eastern Europe, no longer can she say “never have I ever”…

Woke up to the sound of horses hooves on the pavement

Sat in on an adoption process via Skype (my team leader Evan was given permission to be skyped into his little brother’s adoption finalization and we got to be there too…it was so awesome).

Had to watch out for horse poop as I crossed a main road

-United Methodist pastor out of Indiana conference started Mission Guatemala serving the poor in San Andres through establishing a dental clinic, medical clinic, preschool and programs such as feeding school aged children, placing stoves in homes and other community aid.

-“there are many challenges working in one of the poorest countries in this hemispheres. I would really treasure your prayers as well. I promise I will hold Carmel UMC and its ministries in my prayers.” Tom Heaton

That was what I thought when I saw the posting for a bus trip to Branson. I didn’t know anything about the place other than my mom had always wanted to go there. My first thought…an opportunity for me to spend time with my mom. So we signed up!!!

And am I ever glad that I did! The bus ride was easy and enjoyable. I had time to read what I wanted and just talk with others. The folks who organized the trip were from Hazeldell Christian Church. They do many day and short trips. They were very organized and so pleasant. There were even games while traveling on the bus and folks who know me…know that I love games!! My mom and I had a great time with the other 5 folks from CUMC that were also

New Event:

Co-Ed Dodgeball Tournament

Saturday, January 28, 10 am—4 pm

Deadline to register and pay team fee is Monday, January 23. Team fee is $120; individuals $20. You may have more than 6 people on your team, but only 6 will play at a time.

Complete details and registration available at www.carmelumc.org. To receive e-mails from Ray about Sports and Recreation events, send him an e-mail at rmarsh@carmelumc.org.

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Baptisms…

• Jason & Marci Nelson, on the baptism of their daughter, McKinley Maxine Nelson on Dec. 11, 2011.

• Scott & Valerie Williams on the baptism of their son, Colin Thomas Williams, on Nov. 13, 2011.

• Ryan & Holly Newman on the baptism of their daughter, Caroline Sue Newman, on Nov. 13, 2011.

• Travis & Annette Moser, on the baptism of their son, James Andre Moser, on Nov. 6, 2011.

away December 2.

• Hilda Hadley & family on the death of her sister, Rose Watts, who passed away December 1, 2011.

• Carol Blackwell, Judi Culy & families on the death of their mother, Loretta Houseman, who passed away November 30, 2011.

• Marcia Hinchman & family on the death of her father, Robert Voorhis, who passed away October 31, 2011.

Here are the answers to “who said that?” on page 2. Be brave and tell us how many you got right. caremail@carmelumc.org

__7__Kevin Andrews

__2__Sandra Andrews

__1__Pat Daege

__3__Barbara Krueger

__8__Ray Marsh

__4__Scott McDermid

Rev. Patti Payntor: ppayntor@carmelcumc.org or 844-7275.

_11__Greg McGarvey

__9__Aj Mildenberg _12__Pat Morrison

__5__Patti Payntor

_10__Sandy Phillips

__6__Chuck Shockney

• Tom & Kim Kouns on the baptism of their son, Nicholas Brian Kouns on November 6, 2011.

Births…

• John & Jennifer Atkinson on the birth of their son, Erik Austin Atkinson, born December 4, 2011. Proud grandparents are Bill & Jo Atkinson.

• Claude & Sarah Goguen on the birth of their son, Benjamin Robert Goguen, born November 11, 2011. Proud grandmother is Melinda Cravens.

With Sympathy To...

• The family of Norma Williams who passed away December 11, 2011.

• The family of Adda (A.J.) Winterfeldt, who passed

• Melanie Frauhiger & Tom & Marie Weir & family on the death of her husband & their son-in-law, Lonnie Frauhiger, who passed away October 29, 2011.

• David Toombs & family on the death of his father H. Dean Toombs, who passed away October 25, 2011.

Hospitalized Recently...

• Olivia Elkin

• Rose Ann Ernst

• Emma Hardy

• Irene Heath

• Jo Loefgren

• Becky Lundberg

• Glenn Taulbee

• Mary Lou (Sarge) Thoele

• Jim Thompson

• Brooke Weisner

• Charlene Weseloh

Ray Marsh, Minister of Sports & Recreation: rmarsh@carmelcumc.org or 844-7275 ext. 246.

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*inviting children to know and follow Jesus and equipping parents to share Jesus’ love with their children in everyday living*

Up, up and Away, we are getting ready to soar to the SKY because “Everything is possible with God!” I am so excited because this is the theme for 2012 Vacation Bible School, June 24-28. I am also excited that Karla Gomez will once again be the VBS Director! Karla does an amazing job and is so organized and dedicated to giving the love of Christ to the children of CUMC and Carmel! Please put the date on your calendar NOW and invite a friend or another family member! I know many of you grandparents have the grandkids for a week in the summer so plan on this being the week! More information will follow about volunteering and registration, so keep your eyes toward the SKY!

On January 8, most of the Sunday School classes will have a short ceremony in their classrooms. We will be hanging a cross in each of them and dedicate the room and the learning to God. I am excited that the Sunday School kids, VBS kids and preschoolers will have a permanent reminder, the cross, of God’s eternal love and sacrifice for us all.

Communion is a special sacrament in the Methodist Church. On February 5 at 9:30 am in the Rec Room we will have a special class for Kindergarten to 5th grade kids and their parents to learn more about communion.

January Events:

• Take it Home Event. 3 year olds: Prayer. Sunday, January 15 at 9:30 am.

• V8: Virtues and Values: Trust. Fifth grade parents. Wednesday, January 18 at 6:30 pm.

• Preschool and PTO registration for current families and church members begins January 23. Open registration begins January 30. Forms and information at www.carmelumc.org.

Pictures from “Live in Bethlehem” on December 14:

Poverty 101…a class aimed at empowering and equipping people to work with individuals and families entrapped in poverty. In 2010, over 1,200 people took advantage of this training opportunity.

??? Do you really know what poverty is?

??? What does poverty look like in metropolitan Indy?

??? What does it mean to be trapped in poverty?

??? How do I help someone in poverty?

In this class we will:

-discuss the cyclical nature of poverty and the self-perpetuating culture of the economic classes

-look at the challenges of breaking the cycle of poverty

-discuss the resources needed to break that cycle, which are not limited to financial resources

When: Wednesdays from January 25 through March 14

(skip February 22 for Ash Wednesday) 6:30-8 pm

Where: Carmel United Methodist Church

Cost: nothing

Who should attend: all persons interested in a better understanding of poverty

Instructor: Tim Streett, Assistant Director of Shepherd Community Center in Indianapolis

Tim Streett served as Minister of Urban Outreach for East 91st Street Christian Church. He is the former director of Jireh Sports, a mentoring program which grew out of a partnership with seven inner-city churches in the Martindale-Brightwood Community of Indy. He currently serves as the Asst. Director of Shepherd Community Center. He and his wife and two children are residents of the Martindale-Brightwood Community of Indianapolis.

Interest or questions??? Contact Pastor Patti Payntor at ppayntor@carmelumc.org.

POVERTY 101

Understanding the environment, experiences, and worldview of the poor

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Rev. Aj Mildenberg, Minister to Children & Families: amildenberg@carmelcumc.org or 844-7275.

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Women’s Study - Beth Moore’s James: Mercy

Triumphs. Tuesdays from 9 to 11 am. January 10— February 28. James, Jesus’ own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple. Topics in this study include joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility and prayer. Facilitated by Nicole Todd. Contact Nicole at ntodd@indy.rr.com.

Mom's Study - The Simple Faith of Mister Rogers Tuesdays, 9:15-10 am beginning January 10

Every day he taught God's Message without preaching a word. This fascinating book shares spiritual insights gleaned through personal interviews with the world's most beloved neighbor, Fred Rogers. "Mister Roger's Neighborhood" is more than just another children's TV program; it is the product of God's calling in Rogers' life. Rogers, an ordained minister and child psychologist, shares stories from his own life and faith that inspire adults

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even today. This study group will be led by Pastor Aj Mildenberg. Childcare available. email your request with your child's name and age to childcare@carmelumc.org. Book can be purchased at the class for $8.

Poverty 101. With Tim Streett. Wednesday Nights from 6:30-8 pm. See page 5 for complete details on this class.

Couple’s Bible Study - Fearless by Max Lucado Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm beginning January 4

Can you imagine your life without fear? Max Lucado presents six DVD sessions that offer hope and calm in a time of unprecedented fear in our nation and the world. In this small group experience, Fearless draws from Jesus' encounters with people in frightening situations giving evidence that we can trust God through these scary times.

Sr. Pastor Bible Study on the book of Daniel. Wednesdays at 10 am and 6:30 pm. Led by Rev. Greg McGarvey.

January 22

8:30 & 9:30: in the Sanctuary. 11:00: Combined Traditional and Stream service in the Family Life Center. Tim Streett, Assistant Director of Shepherd Community Center in Indianapolis. “What Does God Expect of Us?” Micah 6:8.

January 29 - Faith Promise Sunday

8:30, 9:30 and 11: Traditional Services in the Sanctuary Rev. Patti Payntor “A Past to Remember...A Future to Pursue...Go Through the Doors.” Revelation 3:8. 11:00 Stream service in the Family Life Center with Scott McDermid, Minister to Youth.

Faith Promise Commitment Sunday. Your chance to make a “second-mile” covenant to missions.

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Christmas at Lebanon Children’s Home

Thanks to all who participated in making Christmas gifts possible for the children living in the Indiana United Methodist Children's Home in Lebanon, IN. A total of 22 quilts and 6 large bags of toys, games, books, and other stocking stuffers were donated by the Ruth Anna Circle and the members of the congregation. Thanks for your support of this mission!

Christian Business and Professional Women's (CBPW)

Circle: All ladies, please join us for dinner and program, Tuesday, January 3, 6:30 pm in the parlor. $11 for catered meal. Rsvp to Carolyn at cwbosserman@gmail.com or 844-5328.

Ruth Anna Circle will start our new year by meeting in the church parlor at 9:30 am on Tuesday, January 10. Contact Katie Kessler for more information.

Carol Blackwell (cblackwell10@msn.com) will be the Dinner Belles leader for 2012. We are meeting at Shapiro’s at 6:15 pm on Tuesday, January 10. Call Barb Yoho 844-9844 to make a reservation.

2012 Women's Retreat: February 24 & 25 at the St. Joseph Conference Center in Tipton, IN. $65 for a double room; $75 for a single. Includes Friday snack, Saturday breakfast and lunch, linens for bed and showers. Contact Gayle Webb at glcwebb@att.net

Sandra Andrews, Minister of Adult Christian Education and Discipleship: sandrews@carmelcumc.org or 844-7275.