A PUBLICATION OF THE GOOD NEWS PRESS

VOLUME XXVIII NO. 9 _______________ September 2016

Back to the Basics

Another school year has rolled around and the kids are finally back in class. After a summer

of ball games, vacations and other activities now is the time to get back to the basics. Interestingly

enough, it seems that many congregations have likewise gotten into the habit of following the

school calendar. Not one to disappoint, I would like to take a bit of time to extend a 'back to

school' invitation concerning a couple of educational opportunities beginning in September.

The first opportunity may be familiar to some. Starting Tuesday, September 6th at 1:30 pm

we will resume our weekly bible study. This time was formerly used for book study, but members

of the class expressed an interest in studying books in the bible. We do this in a read-a-long

fashion, with the pastor and class members have an opportunity to ask questions and give

insights. We completed a study of the book of James in July and will pick up with our bible study

beginning with I Peter. All you need to do is bring along a bible and join in the discussion!

The second opportunity will be a new opportunity for those who are not available during

the day. On Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m., I will offer a short study on the lectionary scripture

for the coming Sunday. After our study of the bible passage, we will tend to any prayer requests

we have received during the past week through Joy & Concerns as well as the Prayer Chain. There

will also be a time to share requests for yourself or others. This Pastor's Study is open to any and

all who wish for bible study, prayer group or simply Christian fellowship. Again, all you need to do

is show up with a willingness to hear the Spirit!

As we send our children off to 'hit the books', it is only fitting that we take the time to

rededicate ourselves to the study of God's Word. This is, after all, one of the best ways to get to

know God and to know one another! Won't you consider joining one or both of these groups as

we come together to seek God's Truth?

Pastor Nathan

The Community United Presbyterian Church

is dedicated to serving God

through Jesus Christ

and our community through

worship, fellowship, education and outreach. =============================================

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Community United Presbyterian Church

315 N. Vine St., P. O. Box 903, Hartford, IA 50118

(515-989-3426)

Email: hartfordupc@gmail.com Web: www.hartfordupc.org

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Prayer Email: cupcprayers@gmail.com

Pastor: Rev. Nathan Lamb______________________250-5814

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COMMITTEE

Scott Johnson 205-4397

Michele Clarkson 989-4276

MISSION COMMITTEE

Deb Griffin 360-9901

Donna Hall 783-5007

PROPERTY & FINANCE COMMITTEE

Cinda Polito 971-2657

Larry Meyers 661-3975

CLERK of SESSION Ann Polito - 681-9519

Attendance

July 31 60

August 7 47

August 14 34

August 21 40

Ministries of Service September

Ushers

4 Teresa McCuen

11 Scott & Barb Mentzer

18 Randy & Bonnie Nesler

25 Michelle Oakley

Greeters

4 Deb Griffin & Kim Stewart

11 Don & Donna Hall

18 Bracy Hammond

25 Gerald & Sandy Hammond

Fellowship

4 Sharon Allen & Betty Johnston

11 Kathy Rodman & WAC Committee

18 Rebecca Campbell & Erika Laird

25 Michele Clarkson & Donna Hall

Special Music

4 Verle Spence

11 Lisa Stocker-Ross

18 Dave Walker

25 Rebecca Campbell

If you need to make changes, please find someone to trade with. Changes may be shared for the

bulletin by calling the church at 989-3426. Thank you!

September 5, 2016

In the United States, Patriot Day occurs

on September 11th of each year, designated in memory of the 2,977

killed in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Please take a

moment to remember all those whose lives were touched by the events of

that day.

Please also remember the heroes that have stepped up to protect and defend

our country and its people.

You are welcome and invited……

Sunday, September 11, 2016

October Newsletter Deadline: September 15, 2016

Your help in observing this deadline will be greatly appreciated!!

Church Clean-Up Day Saturday, September 17, 2016

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided!

DORCAS CIRCLE will meet on

Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Centennial Rededication Service & Potluck

Sunday, October 2, 2016

On Sunday, October 2, 2016, Community United Presbyterian Church will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the dedication of our church building. A special worship service will be held that day beginning at 9:00 a.m. A potluck lunch will be held following the service. Please mark your calendar for this celebration service and plan to attend!

ADOPT the BULLETIN BOARD

Thank you to the following people who have signed up to decorate the bulletin board in the front entryway of the church! September Gloria Eckert October Kathy McCaughey November Gloria Eckert If you would like to be a part of this special ministry, please contact Ann Polito at 681-9519 to sign up for a month or two!

Bible Study (I Peter) Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Lectionary Study & Prayer Group Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. These studies are led by Pastor Nathan. If you have questions, please fee welcome to contact him.

When: 1st & 3rd Fridays of each month Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Where: CUPC Fellowship Hall

Visit with friends… Bring a snack to share…

Enjoy a game of cribbage…

If you are 55 years or over, you are invited to join the fun!

If you have any questions, call Bill or Caroline McNamar 989-0149.

Please remember the following college students in your thoughts and prayers as they pursue their life’s dreams and goals!

Hayley Broich Concordia College

Moorhead, Minnesota

Andrew Burnett Iowa Western Community College

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Ben Burnett Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, Iowa

Katelyn Burnett Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, Iowa

Breanna Corley Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, Iowa

Darica Drake Simpson College Indianola, Iowa

Jordyn Eckert

Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny, Iowa

Savanna Greenfield

University of Iowa—Iowa Center for Higher Education Des Moines, Iowa

Gary Isley

Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny, Iowa

(Beginning Spring Semester, 2017)

Seth Hammond Drake University Des Moines, Iowa

Taylor Hammond

Drake University College of Pharmacy Des Moines, Iowa

Matthew Hassel

Grand View University Des Moines, Iowa

Mason Henrichs Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, Iowa

Mikey Henrichs Cleveland Chiropractic College

Overland Park, Kansas

Annika Johnson Iowa State University

Ames, Iowa

Channing Johnson University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, Iowa

Taylor Johnston University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, Iowa

Hannah Jutting University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, Iowa

Brianna Lamb University of Colorado Boulder

Boulder, Colorado

Tanner Millard Iowa State University

Ames, Iowa

Tyler Millard Simpson College Indianola, Iowa

Bryce Moulton

DMACC-Boone Campus Boone, Iowa

Alexis Oakley

University of Iowa Iowa City, Iowa

Hunter Peterson

Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny, Iowa

(Beginning Spring Semester, 2017)

Shelly Reeser Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, Iowa

Shelby Vriezelaar William Penn University

Oskaloosa, Iowa

If there are others to be added, please contact Ann Polito at 681-9519.

Saluting those who are

Serving with Pride

Thomas Blackmon

Bradley Burrell

Hunter Carter

Brian Casson

Travis Cernetisch

Sam Clark

Elijah Conrey

Chuck Covell

Jake Dingman

Mitchel Dingeman

Cody DeMoss

Bobby DuBois

Christian Duncan

Seth Durham

Joseph Ermler

José Carlos Garcia, Sr.

Mark Eddy

Jonathan Hicks

Darcy “Doc” Hommer

Nick Johnson

Tanner Jors

Kerry Kuhn

Neil Langgaard

Adam Lawrence

Rich Lawrence, Jr.

Michael Love

John Malone

Brandon McCaughey

Jeromy McGee

Mike McGough

Taylor McVay

Scarlett Merrifield

Trenton Merrifield

Turner Merrifield

Eric Morrow

Jared Newman

Charles “Chase” Oakley

Raymond Reed

Mark Roach

Allyson Scott

Joel Sheats

Tyler Simmons

Adam Snook

Jacob Sperr

James Sperr

Tommy Thompson

Nick Vanderpool

Rush Wyckoff

Chris Wysong

Please lift these military men and women and their families in your thoughts and prayers.

Let there be Peace on Earth

And let it begin with me.

Please remember those currently deployed or stationed overseas:

Sam Clark Chuck Covell

Mike McGough Joel Sheats

Please also remember to pray for their families for the sacrifice they make while their

loved one is serving our country.

Nursery care is available for children 0-4 years of age. (Older children are encouraged to attend Children’s Church during worship and enjoy the Kid’s Korner during fellowship.) At least two volunteers who have gone through the SafeChurch Training will be available to be in the nursery during worship each Sunday. Parents may bring their children to the nursery 5 – 10 minutes before worship begins. (8:50 a.m. or after) and pick them up immediately following worship. Please provide for your child’s needs while they are being cared for in the nursery. A bag with diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes will be greatly appreciated. Please also bring whatever snacks and drinks you will allow your children to have!

If you have any questions or wish to register your children for nursery care, please contact Bonnie Nesler at

971-6151.

Noisy Collection

Sunday, September 11, 2016

August Collection: $ 46.87

2016 Collections: $923.02

Goal: $1500.00

Let’s have some fun, make some noise, and

support the mission of the church!

The Noisy Collection is received on the 2nd

Sunday of

each month—to benefit our General Mission Pledge

for 2016.

Food Pantry Sunday

September 25, 2016

Suggested Items for September: Pancake Syrup

Paper Towels

Peanut Butter

Pepper

92 items were donated in July! Thank you!

PURPLESTRIDE Our niece, Stephany, has once again organized us to walk in memory of my sister, Kathy Schooler, on Saturday, September 24th in the annual PURPLESTRIDE 5k Walk/Run to raise funds & awareness for pancreatic cancer. Last year was the first time Sharon and I participated in this event and it was a fun way to connect with family and friends, while being part of an important cause. Our team, “Kathy’s Honor”, recruited 23 members & due to the generosity of many, we managed to raise $1225.00 last September. Please consider joining us on Saturday, September 24, 2016, at Raccoon River Park in West Des Moines or consider contributing monetarily by visiting the website below http://support.pancan.org/site/TR/PurpleStride (click on team & enter Kathy’s Honor) Thank you! Al Allen

Operation Backpack

Thank You

234 items and $160.00 were received for Operation Backpack! Thank you for your generosity!

Outreach numbers for July:

54 cards sent

68 calls made

2 meals prepared & shared

14 visits made

Thanks to each of you for your part in taking care of one another.

Our Sister Parish 2016 Medical Delegation

A medical delegation from the Presbytery of Des Moines will be going to Berlin, El Salvador the week of October 25 – November 1, 2016. The medical personnel and support staff will pay their own way. Financial Support is needed to provide consumable medicines. Please prayerfully consider a gift to assist with the Medical Delegation going to El Salvador this fall. Gifts may be noted “Medical Delegation.” Your gift of any amount may literally save a life! Thank you!

WE DID IT!!!

THANK YOU to all who have helped

JAM Session reach the $2500.00 goal so that we can

host our own event during the fall of 2016. We will be

able to provide 10,000 meals with the funds that have

been donated!

Please watch the newsletter for plans of when and

where CUPC will be assembling meals. Hope

everyone will plan to help finish this special mission

project!

Outreach Program is a non-profit 501(c)(3)

corporation that organizes food packaging events

around the country. With more than 300 million meals

packaged to date, the organization’s mission is to

provide safe water, food, medical care, and

education to those in need, at home and abroad.

To learn more about Outreach, Inc. go to

www.outreachprogram.org

CUPC YOUTH NEWS

CUPC Youth program planning is underway…please stay tuned for more information coming soon!

Each month our prayer list will reflect the prayer requests shared during the previous 4 weeks. If there are those who

need to remain on the list for multiple months, please contact Ann Polito at 681-9519.

In our prayers…

Please remember the following in your thoughts and

prayers:

AIB Staff as they seek new paths following closure

on June 30.

Sandy Alone as she recovers following surger to

remove tumor from abdomen.

Diane Bascom as she is treated for colon cancer.

Olivia Bauman as she recovers from surgery

following a good report.

Tom Blackmon as he discerns God’s direction for

the future.

Addie Brenden as she is treated for neuroblastoma.

Samantha Brittain as she receives cancer treatment.

Kerry Campbell as he is treated for liver & colon

cancer.

Marilyn Casson as she receives cancer treatment.

Aaron Christofferson as he is treated for lung and

colon cancer.

Molly Cox as she is on a year-long mission trip.

Kim Crook as she deals with lung condition.

Jackie Curry as she is treated for lung cancer.

Jeremy Daly as he recovers from brain surgery.

Janine Dobson as she is in latter stages of breast

cancer.

Christina Donahoo as she is treated for a brain

tumor.

Easter Lake Administrative Commission

Steve Eckert, Jr. as he seeks treatment for disk

problems in his back.

George Erickson as he deals with health issues and

receives rehabilitation treatment.

Romain & Catherine Etcheverry as they deal with

her Alzheimer’s and she receives Hospice care and

recovers from a fall.

Terri Foulke as she deals with health issues.

Ashley George as she is treated for colon cancer

following delivery of baby.

Glen Gooch as he deals with health challenges.

Jon Goode as he is treated for throat cancer.

Deb Griffin as she recovers from neck surgery.

GuideOne Insurance Employees as a department is

eliminated.

Donna Hall as she deals with hip problems.

Mary Ann Hall as she deals with health concerns.

Nick Hartmann as he receives cancer treatment.

Cathy Henkel as she deals with COPD.

Dick Herrick as he recuperates from bladder cancer

surgery.

Judy Hetrick as she is treated for pancreatic cancer.

Harold Isley as he deals with health challenges.

Sally Job as she receives cancer treatment.

Nicole Jones as she receives cancer treatment.

Chris Jorgensen as he receives cancer treatment.

Josh as he is located but is homeless.

Jude (2 years old) as he waits for a lung transplant.

Dan Jutting as he recovers from kidney transplant.

Megan Kalkwarf as she recovers from a concussion.

Caitlyn King as she receives cancer treatment.

Laird Family as Eric resides at Orchard Place.

Mary Laman as she deals with emotional concerns.

Del Lane as he is treated for blood cancer.

Susan Limbag as she and Doug wait for Visa to

come to US.

John Lines as he is treated for non-Hodgkin’s

lymphoma.

Jeff Link as he chooses no treatment for melanoma.

Nicky Malone as she receives cancer treatment.

Rev. George Mason as he deals with health

concerns.

Diane Maughan as she receives cancer treatment.

Carla McCaughan as she is treated for lung cancer.

John McCaughan as he receives Hospice care.

Larry McCaughey as he recovers from a TIA.

Heather McIntyre-Haas as she undergoes testing

and treatment for vertigo and pain issues.

Sue Miller as she recovers from trigger thumb

surgery.

Bill McNeeley as he receives cancer treatment.

Michelle Meyers as she receives breast cancer

treatment.

Robbin Middleton as she is treated for breast cancer.

Michealla Moore as she receives treatment for breast

cancer.

Betty Norman as she is treated for bladder cancer.

Angela Owen as she is treated for breast cancer.

Doug Pendry as he changes cancer treatment study

group and is in conversation with Duke University.

Jack Powers as he recovers from knee replacement.

Presbytery of Des Moines

Police Service Members

Jean Polland as she is treated for ductile carcinoma

and additional concern.

Walker David Ramirez as he grows and develops

after premature birth.

Claren Rawson as he is treated for circulation issues

in his legs.

Bob Ray, Jr. as he is treated for bone cancer.

James Richards as he deals with issues following

sinus surgery.

Martha Richards as she deals with health concerns.

Mike Rodman as he recuperates from pneumonia.

Lisa Ross as she is checked for carpal tunnel.

Angie Sanders as she receives cancer treatment.

Jim Schimelfenig as he is treated for liver cancer and

celebrates the cancer is shrinking.

Session as they provide leadership for CUPC.

Wendell Shellabarger as he deals with a blood

cancer.

Amanda Smith as she is treated for carcinoma.

Diane Smith as she receives pain management

treatment.

Frances Smith as she deals with health challenges.

Jeani Smith as she recuperates from two knee

replacement surgeries.

Jenny Smith as she is monitored after finding a cyst.

Robin Spence as she recuperates from 1 cornea

transplant and prepares for a second cornea

procedure.

Keith Stewart as he deals with health challenges.

Kim Stewart as she continues to recuperate from eye

issue and blood clot in her neck.

Birdie Stocker as she deals with health challenges.

Carolyn Stradley as she is treated for skin cancer.

Sudanese Community in South Sudan and Des

Moines during time of uncertainty.

Jody Sylvester as she is treated for pancreatic

cancer.

Ella Teno as she experiences cancer relapse and

treatment is determined.

Maxine VanHamme as she is in failing health.

Sherryl Wallace as she is treated at Mayo Clinic for

a bulging aorta with surgery scheduled for Sept. 1

Jeff Westendorf as he recovers from cancer surgery.

Keegan White as he is treated for Hodgkin’s disease.

Dave Wilkens as he is treated for cancer.

Ty Williams as he is treated for a brain tumor.

Cathi Windus as she is treated for breast cancer.

Victims of flooding in Louisiana

Pray without ceasing!

A Prayer of Sympathy and Faith

for the family and friends of:

Dorothy Brown

Annette Cremer

Charles Hall

Max Jackson

Javier

Michael Turner, Sr.

Susan Wart

In the love of God,

may you find strength and peace.

In the prayers of friends,

may you find comfort and love.

Summer is almost over, but the grass is

growing…

This mowing season the church has contracted to have the church yard

treated regularly and mowed on a weekly basis. If you are interested in specifically helping support this expense, you may make a financial gift to help by making note with your monetary gift. Your support will be GREATLY appreciated!

CUPC Property & Finance Committee

Splinters from the Board

The August Session meeting was cancelled.

Please watch for information following the

next meeting on September 18.

September 2016 Elder of the Month: Deb Griffin

◄ August 2016 September 2016 October 2016 ►

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Reserved by Cinda Polito

2 1:30p Senior Citizens

3

4

5

6 1:30p Bible Study

7 6:30p Lectionary Study & Prayer Group

8 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Reserved by Cinda Polito

6:30p WAC Meeting

9

10

11 Communion

Noisy Collection

12

13 1:30p Bible Study

14

6:30p Lectionary Study & Prayer Group

15 Newsletter Deadline 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Reserved by Cinda Polito 6:30p Personnel Mtg

16 1:30p Senior Citizens

17 9:00a – 12:00p Church Cleanup Day

18 10:45a Session

19

20

1:30p Bible Study

21 1:30p Dorcas Circle 6:30p Lectionary Study & Prayer Group

22

5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Reserved by Cinda Polito

23

24

12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Reserved by Nathan/Jenn Lamb

25 FOOD PANTRY SUNDAY

26

27 1:30p Bible Study

28

6:30p Lectionary Study & Prayer Group

29

30

Notes:

Sunday Worship Schedule: Worship at 9:00a ~~ Fellowship at 10:00a

COMMUNITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH P.O. Box 903 Hartford, IA 50118

September 11, 2016

JANUARY SEPTEMBER

2 Carolina Eckert

3 Marah Neer; Josh & Suellen Marsh, Anniversary

4 Jamie Alsarraf; Stephen Beckley

5 Andy Besco; Kelsey Oakley

Rev. Nathan & Jenn Lamb, Anniversary

7 Darin Drake; Kandi Petry

8 Kathy Pohlman

9 Lisa Hall

10 Hayley Broich; Theron Conrey; Natalia Marco

Robert & Kathy Pohlman, Anniversary

11 Melissa Etcheverry; Samuel McKnight; Sean McKnight;

Deann Oakley; Marilyn Polito; Cheryl Rawson

12 Denny Oakley; Tim & Sharry Thompson, Anniversary

14 Faith Smith; Verle & Marge Spence, Anniversary

16 Isabelle Lamb; David & Allean DuShane, Anniversary

17 Bob Shetterly; Jolene Wuebker

Zack & Tina Prickett, Anniversary

18 Caden Drake

19 Brian Coon; Glen Else; Conner Hansen

20 Isaiah Henrichs; David Marble

Ron & Diane Smith, Anniversary

21 Janet Casson; Steve Millard

22 Stanley Overstake; Jackie Smith

23 Toni Lopez; Trenton McCaughey

Daric & Danyel Drake, Anniversary

24 Aubrey Atkin; Mandy Breuklander, Frances Smith

Ryan & Lynette Bailey, Anniversary

26 Randy Nesler; Robert Pohlman

Claren & Ruth Rawson, Anniversary

27 Mary Ann Hall; John & Aubrey Atkin, Anniversary

David & Tiffany Ramirez, Anniversary

28 Larry McCaughey; Jason & Rebecca Campbell, Anniversary

29 Roger Beaver; Brylea Boatright; Sherry Tegtmeier

30 Stuart Coon; Joyce Jensen; Lily Wells

Please contact Ann Polito at 681-9519 with birthdays or anniversaries to add or correct.

Thank you.

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES