Celebrate First!

October 2011

The Fun Bunch invites the:

Young & Young at Heart

to a six-week book study “Bible for Dummies” starting Sunday, October 2nd

9:45 am to 10:45 am Room 306—Education Building

This six-week book study is an informal class, taught by Gaylon Green. The book is titled The Bi-ble for Dummies by Jeffrey Geoghegan and Mi-chael Homan. It is not required to have the book to come to the study, but if you would like to purchase the book, it is available through Hastings Book Store. It is also available through Amazon.com

Nursery care is available for children too young for Sunday School. Come to learn, meet new peo-ple, and have fun!

Join the Fun Bunch for a Night of Fall Fun!!

Sunday October 16, 2011 at 5:00 pm

The Fun Bunch is hosting a night at Gaddert Farms.

Any interested member or friend of the church should contact Lisa in the church office

(662-2386) to RSVP.

Attractions at Gaddert Farms include: Corn Maze, Rope Maze Challenge, Buckin’ Bull Ride, Spinning

Tire Swing, Corn Cannon, Hay Jump, Giant Jumping Pillow, Pick-your-own pumpkin patch, Tower Tunnel Slides, Steer Ropin’, Tire Mountain, Pumpkin Bowl-ing, 24 ft. Lookout Bridge, Double Pumpkin Slingers, Hayride, Mini Bale Maze, Teeter-totters, Lil’ Munch-

kins Sandbox and more!!!

Adults $8.00 Kids (4-10) $6.00

13209 E. 82nd Ave. Buhler, Ks 67522

Fifth Sunday Fellowship Dinner Our fifth Sunday Fellowship Dinner will be Sunday, October 30,

starting shortly after 12 noon in Fellowship Hall. Meat, bread, and beverage will be provided by the Finance Committee. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share, plus their own table service.

This will also be the celebration of the conclusion of this year’s Stewardship Campaign, “Extravagant Generosity: The Heart of Giv-ing.” Our new members will also be recognized.

Plan to be there! It will be special!

First United Methodist Church Where we

Celebrate First! Phone: 1-620-662-2386 FAX: 1-620-662-5621 Address: 101 E. 1st Ave.

Hutchinson, KS 67501 Web Site: www.fumhutch.org

Sunday School at 9:45am Sunday Worship at 8:30 and 10:55am

Radio KWBW (1450 AM) Sundays at 11:04am Hallelujah Break

Food & Fellowship 9:30-10:55am Church Parlor

Wednesday Evening Activities Wonderful Wednesday

Food, Fun, & Fellowship 5:30pm in Fellowship Hall

3rd Service Worship 6:15-7pm in room 202

Kid’s Club 7pm in the 3rd floor Kid’s Club Room

Blood Pressure Checks 4th Sunday of every month in Room 103

Monday-Thursday: 9 am-12 noon; 1-4 pm

Friday: Closed Closed: Holidays

The office is closed Tuesday afternoons for staff meetings.

Our Ministry Team Pastor Mark Conard ............ pastor@fumhutch.org Assistant Pastor Jeanine Rishel ............ jeanine.rishel@cox.net Visitation and Care, Lisa Dale .... care@fumhutch.org Youth and Education, Anna Borders ... youth@fumhutch.org Church Secretary - Brenda Hoefer ....... office@fumhutch.org Church Custodian - Rick Simpson Building Host - Ben Whitmore Director of Music Ministries - James Pope Organist - Sheryl Smith Nursery Attendants - Susie Rohloff, Pam Stansel District Superintendent - Rick Saylor Bishop - Scott J. Jones

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One of the great privileges of my ministry has been to serve as a member of the General Commission on Communications, one of the

general agencies of The United Methodist Church. The purpose of this commission is to “inform, inspire, and engage the people of The United Methodist Church and the world” with the message of the gospel.

At the commission’s September 23-25 meeting, we spent time in considering a va-riety of proposals for the restructuring of the church—and its agencies—in the coming four years. One of the realities looming before us was a projected reduction of ten per-cent in available revenue for doing the work of the general church, including communi-cations. It would have been easy to get caught up in conversation marked by “doom and gloom.” However, that turned out not to be the mood of the meeting.

Perhaps it was best captured for us in some words shared by Tom Bickerton, bishop of Western Pennsylvania, when he said that he had been sharing some words of advice with people, including new ordinands and commissioned ministers in the Baltimore-Washington Conference.

“Lighten up, loosen up, and have a little fun . . .” “Too many people today sleep too tight, are too intense and unhappy in the way they live,” said Bickerton

“Likewise too many churches today are the same way: too intense, skeptical and afraid. Too many pastors, people and churches have become mechanical and indifferent.” Instead, we need to “lighten up, loosen up, and have a little fun.”

That is good advice—for the General Commission on Communications, for The United Methodist Church, for First United Methodist Church, for me, and—I hope—for all of us.

May God give us the grace to “lighten up, loosen, up, and have a little fun” in the name and for the sake of Jesus Christ.

Grace and Peace, Mark Conard

Thoughts @ First

In this church, in the presence of God; you can be who you are; you can be any way you are; and you can be loved. 3

For one of my bible studies this week, I read Job 42:1-17. This book is about a godly man who underwent some of the most bitter experiences it is possible to meet. At first he says very little about his difficulties, but later in the book he begins to face the reality of what has happened to him and

declares that if he could have an interview with God he would tell Him exactly what he thought of Him. When Job faced the reality of his situation of his situation and how he really felt, then he was ready for God to

speak. But notice, if you will, when that confrontation occurred, God did not give any answers to Job’s questions. What did God do? He gave HIMSELF. Job had an encounter with God that more than satisfied him. I believe this is profoundly significant. We are to bring our doubts and questions before God, but we are NOT to

expect answers; we are to expect His presence. We must face difficult issues, for it is only when we do so, that we are ready to hear God speak. If we refuse to face

reality, then our souls are not alert to hear His voice. We can live without answers, if we know God is there! Blessings, Jeanine Rishel, Assistant Pastor

"thoughts to ponder" from Jeanine

Thank you for all the snacks and goodies deliv-ered to Avenue A Elementary! It is so wonderful to walk into the teacher’s lounge and find a delicious snack. We appreciate your thoughtfulness & support.

Avenue A Staff

We would like to thank you very much for the help you gave us by paying on our Westar Energy bill. With your generous help, we did get enough to keep our electricity on. Thank you again and God bless.

Larry & Katherine Brooks

Thank you for your support and the wonderful snacks that were delivered to HMS-7 for the start of the school year. We are especially grateful for the generosity and support of all our patrons.

Dr. Shelly Kiblinger Superintendent of Schools

Thank you so much for the big box of supplies and copy paper for the students and teachers at Hutchinson Middle School-7. They will all be put to good use by the students and staff. We really appre-ciate your generosity!

Michael Ellegood, Principal Hutchinson Middle School - 7

Thank you very much for the do-nation of school supplies and copy paper that was delivered to our school. We will put them to good use. Thank you for thinking of us,

we appreciate your kindness. The children and staff

at the Early Education Center

Thank you so much for the snacks at the beginning of the school year. The staff really has enjoyed them. We appreciate your support!

Pam Beven, Principal Lincoln Elementary School

Thank you for your continued support to the school. The school supplies and copy paper will most certainly come in handy this year as many of our families struggle to make ends meet. It is won-derful when we can offer the supplies ot children who might otherwise go without. Again, your gra-ciousness and support is most appreciated.

Elizabeth Redinger, Principal Avenue A Elementary School

“They are to do good to be rich in good works, generous, and ready to share, thus storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of the life that really is life.” I Timothy 6:18-19

Walk the Walk exercise group meets in Fellow-ship Hall every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9am. Come join this group for a fun work out!

Sew ‘n’ Sews Tuesday ~ 9 a.m.

Room 102

The 15th of each month is the dead-line for submitting articles, meeting notices, etc. for the upcoming newslet-ter.

Fair Priced Clothing Store 818 W. 4th, Hutchinson 669-9663

Wednesday: 9am - 3pm Friday: 9am - 3pm

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Remember First United Methodist Church

in your estate planning!

Buy Dillons Certificates at the church! $1.00 from each certifi-cate goes to help the church budget! Thanks for your support!

Plans are under way for our annual Fall Craft Fair. Be thinking about what you would like to contrib-ute and if you know of a

crafter/artist that would like to rent a booth space for the day, let the office know!

This year’s sale will be on Sat-urday, November 5th. Set up day will be on Friday, the 4th. We will once again have vendors with craft and household items for sale. Brenda Hoefer with The Birds and The Beads Totally Unique Jewelry, Christy Hard with Pampered Chef, Barbara Robinson with Simply Sterling Silver Jewelry, and Mary StewardofJesus with her hand woven rugs are those that have secured a spot so far. We have room for 6 or more booths. If you know of a local crafter or home based business that might be interested in having a booth, please have them call the church office for more infor-mation.

Also, keep in mind that we will have a fall rummage sale on Saturday, October 15th. The set up and work day will be Friday, the 14th. Anybody willing and able to come and help is welcome!!! Arrange a

time with the office to drop off your donations for the sale!!!

UMW News

Men Taking a Break The men’s fellowship at First United Methodist

Church is taking a break from the pattern of regular monthly meetings during the school year. This is the decision reached after conversation at their meeting on Thursday evening, September 22.

There have not been any official officers for the men’s fellowship for the past several years. Those providing informal leadership include: Jay Brown, John Krause, Howard Southworth, Lynn Stansel, and Jim Stringer.

The men’s fellowship will host the traditional United Methodist Men’s and United Methodist Women’s thanksgiving dinner and program on Thursday, November 17. Otherwise, there will not be any men’s fellowship meetings for the remainder of the calendar year.

No specific plans were put in place for resuming activities after the first of the year. Men were invited to be attentive to what God might be inviting them to do next to be in ministry as men of the church.

“ . . . I do want you to experience the blessing that issues from generosity.” —Philippians 4:15 (The Message)

In this church, in the presence of God; you can be who you are; you can be any way you are; and you can be loved. 5

Our goal as a United Methodist congregation is the transformation of the world by making disciples. A disciple first must be taught the scriptures, learn how to live as a Christian, and discern God’s love and grace in their lives and the lives of others.

To make disciples successfully, we must first have teachers! We have several openings for teachers in many age-ranges. If you are interested in learning how to teach Sunday School, Bible Studies, or Children’s Ministries like Children’s Church, you can sign up or ask questions after worship with Anna Borders.

Openings by age-range include: • Nursery helper for the 3rd Sunday of the month, • Children’s Church teachers for 1 Sunday per

month • 2 rotational teachers for the Jr. & Sr. High Youth

class, and • a weekly teacher for the adult Revelation Class. Please contact Anna Borders, Youth and Education

Coordinator, if you think God might be calling—or nudging you—to be in ministry as a teacher!

October is Staff Appreciation Month!!! Let’s be sure to let our church staff

know they are appreciated!!! Pastor ................................................................................... Mark Conard Assistant Pastor .................................................................. Jeanine Rishel Visitation and Care Coordinator ................................................ Lisa Dale Youth and Education Coordinato ..................................... Anna Borders Director of Music Ministries ................................................... James Pope Organist ................................................................................ Sheryl Smith Church Secretary ................................................................ Brenda Hoefer Building Custodian .............................................................. Rick Simpson Building Host .................................................................... Ben Whitmore Church Cook/Kitchen Coordinator ........................................ Kate Field Nursery Attendants .................................. Pam Stansel and Susie Rohloff

What Do You Like about the Church? Share it on a “heart card,”

And bring it to church with you on Sunday, October 9!

Continuing Concerns (as of 9/25/11)

You can help keep this list of concerns updated by contacting Lisa Dale at the church office, 662-2386 or fumhutchcare@sbcglobal.net.

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August Average Attendance

Worship ....................................... 221 Sunday School .............................. 63

To begin the prayer chain, call the church office (662-2386). Please have permission if you are starting the chain for someone other than yourself.

Sergeant Anthony D. Bauder Staff Sergeant Jack M. Brown Airman 1st Class Jason Cochran Specialist Brenden Evans SOM 2C TEC Jason A. Fortune Staff Sergeant Jared Goering Sergeant Mathew Goering Lt. Commander Jenifer Hague Insley Lt. Col. Garrick Harmon Navy Diver Phil Hoefer Master Sergeant John Kilpatrick PFC Aaron Lovato Major Robert Lyman HM2 Rebecca C. Marsh Specialist Marty Martinez IV Major Rick Montandon PFC Troy Pontius PFC Jared Schneider Sergeant Terry Weidman Allen Wuthnow

Please contact Brenda with updates to this list! fumhutch@sbcglobal.net

Jean Abbott Bruce Adams Elaine Atkinson & family Trevon Behnke Ryan Buhrle Allen Ross Burnett Norma Burwell Mark Cook Merle Craft Alan Daves Jean Davis Zania Dick Joan Drake Shelby Drier Ralph & Marietta Goering Duane Haltom Harry Hellyer Louise Henderson Tony Hernandez Rock & Donna Hessman Edie Howard Nathaniel Isom Katie James Don Logue

Terry Lyman Letha Mackey Charlie Maib Kai Mauck Suzanna McGuire Minnis family Rita Neill Wendy Pope Melvin Power Owen Reimer Verna Rickett Colin Roberts Pat Robinson Larry Root Alicia Shuff Jeremy Sutcliff Phyllis Swank Chet Syres Norman Walton Seth Walton Grace Webdell Mark Wells Janice Wiens Julie Wilson

Who in the church has touched your life?

Write their names on a “Heart Card,” and bring it with you to church

on Sunday, October 16! “Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity.” —Luke 6:38 (The Message)

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Thank you for supporting and sponsor-ing our Radio Broadcasts each Sunday morning on KWBW Radio. The cost is $70.00 per broadcast. Call the office (662-2386) to reserve a date. Radio Broadcast Calendar

October October 2 In honor of Kathleen Krause, communion

steward. October 9 In honor of Noel McCubbin’s birthday and a

BIG thank you for volunteering his time to mow the church lawn.

October 16 In appreciation of Barb Stout & Brenda Ho-gan, Half & Half Sunday School teachers. Given by the Half & Half Sunday School class.

October 23 In honor of the staff of the church October 30 In honor of our church’s Finance Committee,

chaired by Gaylon Green. November

November 6 In honor of our volunteer radio broadcasters November 13 In honor of Justin Rider’s birthday, son of

Jim & Bessie Rider. Given by Jim & Bessie Rider.

November 20 Available November 27 Available

August Second Mile Mission Giving Costa Rica Methodist Missions $ 200.00 First Call for Help $ 140.00 Josephus Fund $ 187.00 Kansans for Addiction Prevention $ 155.00 New Beginnings Homeless Shelter $ 100.00 Thank you for your continued generosity!

Our Giving Record through August 2011

Income Goal: $ 239,640.00 Pledge Income ............................ $ 164,447.50 Mission and Ministry ................... $ 11,957.00 Noisy Change Offering ..................... $ 889.23 Identified Giving .......................... $ 27,761.45 Loose Offering ............................... $ 3,716.40 Sunday School ................................ $ 1,158.60 Church Groups ............................... $ 2,400.00 Other Income .................................. $ 6,575.46 Overall Income ......................... $ 218,905.64 Overall Expenses ...................... $ 234,100.86 Net ............................................... $ (15,195.22)

Recognizing the Progressive Class The Progressive Sunday School Class, which

most recently met in Freeman Chapel, has come to the end of its life. The class began, according to the church’s history, in 1928, when “several of the younger couples from the Homebuilders, recognizing a need for another age group, organized the Progres-sive Class with Rev. Gleckler as teacher. In October 1929, Perry S. White, formerly with the Men’s Bible Class, was elected teacher, where he served continu-ously for seventeen years, until 1946. The growth of the class was remarkable, and officers of the school were constantly confronted with the problem of find-ing a room sufficient to accommodate the attend-ance. The slogan from the very beginning, was “Bring the babies.” As a result, the class developed a reputation for attending as families. Other teachers included Mrs. Jack Zerbe. Margaret Brummett taught about 1985.”*

The Progresssive Sunday School Class remained as active as possible for as long as possible. The last teacher of the Progressive Class was Everette Hayes. He served as teacher for the last 25 years.

The class was recognized during worship on Christian Education Sunday, September 25, with ap-preciation for their long and faithful service in the church. The last members of the Progressive Class were:

Chlois Buhrle Ryan Buhrle Amy Graber Grace Hessman Everette Hayes Margaret Hayes Hazel Jasper Wilma Maynard Jonetta Spence

[*Information taken from the church’s history, Saddlebags to Satellites.]

The Sound The Sound IsIs Coming!Coming!

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Electronic Giving Opportunity

Starting October 1, members and friends of First United Methodist Church can make regular contribu-tions in support of the church’s ministry by means of an automatic withdrawal of funds from a checking or savings account.

Contributions can be for “General Budget,” “Mission and Ministry,” or a defined amount for each. Contributions can be made monthly on the 1st or on the 15th (or both, if desired).

Electronic contributions can begin (or end) at a date chosen by the donor. They can be from a check-ing account or a savings account. There is no addi-tional cost to the donor for using this service!

To begin electronic transfer of funds, donors need to complete an “Authorization Agreement for Automatic Withdrawal of Funds.” These are availa-ble in the narthex or in the church office. They will need to attach a voided check or voided savings de-posit slip to the completed authorization form.

Electronic contributions save time, and they help the church stabilize its budget.

Thank you for time and consideration!

Welcome New Members! Eight persons were welcomed into the member-

ship of First United Methodist Church on Sunday, September 18. They were:

Micheal Crowe, coming by transfer of member-ship from the Coldwater United Methodist Church;

Will (Bill) McCue, coming by transfer of mem-bership from the South Hutchinson United Methodist Church;

Jerry Schussele, coming by transfer of member-ship from Grace United Methodist Church in Wichi-ta, KS;

Dale Snyder, coming by transfer of membership from the Lyons United Methodist Church;

Debi Thompson, coming by reaffirmation of faith;

Kathy Thompson, coming by reaffirmation of faith

Shawn Wyatt, coming by transfer of member-ship from First United Methodist Church in Abilene, KS

Sheena Wyatt, coming by transfer of member-ship from First United Methodist Church in Abilene, KS.

It is an honor and privi-lege to welcome these persons as members of First United Methodist Church! Please ex-tend a personal welcome, as you have the opportunity to do so!

Sanctuary Sound System Funds Raised! We have now raised the entire amount needed to update the church’s sound system, including the radio

room! The total adjusted cost is $28,599. There have already been improvements that cost $4,000. The original funds for this purpose came as part of the gift “in memory and honor of Ida Jane White Mur-ray,” given by Ralph Murray, who was a boy attending church here in the 1910s.

Special gifts and memorials added to the funds, and the Chancel Choir led a “March Madness” fund-raising drive last spring.

The Donation Bake Sale on Sunday, August 21, resulted in contributions amounting to $1,088.00, and the offering for the Special Music Sunday (August 28) brought in $4,037.25! That put us over the top in terms of what was needed.

The work will be done by Sparks Music. It will be done the third or fourth week in October. We anticipate a “thank you” concert sometime in November or December.

Thanks to everyone who shared in making this important project possible! We look forward to improved sound in our sanctuary, as we praise God to-gether!

9 In this church, in the presence of God; you can be who you are; you can be any way you are; and you can be loved.

World Communion Sunday World Communion Sunday will be celebrated

this year on Sunday, October 2. This is one of our Churchwide Special Sundays, observed in The Unit-ed Methodist Church throughout the year.

It is an opportunity for us “to be in communion with Christians all over the world and to enable us to ‘press on toward the goal’ of serving God in life-changing ministries.” The special offering received that Sunday supports:

• World Communion Scholarships, administered by the General Board of Global Ministries, with at least one-half of the annual amount for minis-tries beyond the United States; and

• Ethnic Scholarships and Ethnic In-Service Train-ing programs related to the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Our participation in World Com-

munion Sunday is one of the ways that we are about the business of “Changing the World. One Life at a Time.” In 2010, members and friends of First United Methodist Church contributed $133.00 for this Special Sunday with Offering.

School Supplies Delivered

School supplies collected by the people of First United Methodist Church were delivered to the Early Education Center, Avenue A School, Lincoln School, and HMS-7 on Tuesday, September 20

The supplies were contributed for the use of teachers and staff. Along with the supplies donated by members and friends of the church, a case of 8 1/2” x 11” multipurpose paper was also delivered.

The supplies and paper were re-ceived gladly!

Honoring School Teachers and

Staff Members and friends of

First United Methodist Church who are currently em-ployed in a school system were recognized during morning worship on Sunday, September 18. They were invited to come forward and introduce them-selves. There was the presentation of a “flexible ap-ple” and a “Winner” medal, followed by a prayer for their year. Those invited to attend or who took part were:

Bruce Bingham, Brad Binns, Jason Channell, Tammy Channell, Laura Cook, Patrick Corco-ran, Donna Davis, Danny Dennis, Gail Dennis, Ryan Diehl, Marty Dole, Neil Ehling, Ashley Farney, Dorothy Fulks, Amber Gordon, Deb Gordon, Gregg Gordon, Teresa Gore, Chelsea Graber, Christy Hard, Mary Hayse, Sharilyn Hill, Gary Hogan, Taronda Hooker, Cheri Horyna, Gary Hudson, Marcia Hudson, Cindy Hughes, Craig Jackson, Scott Kelley, Becky Kisner, John Krause, Melissa Loepp, Becky Lyman, Luann McCubbin, Jana McIver, Bren-da Meagher, Shaelee Mendenhall, Rosemary Miller, Barbara Morris, Kelly Nelson, Joyce Phillips, Wendy Pope, Bonnie Samuelson, Tab Schraeder, Brett Smith, Sheryl Smith, Van Stewart, Lorraine Warnken, and Chris Weiser.

“You will be enriched in every way for your great generosity, which will pro-duce thanksgiving to God through us; for the rendering of this ministry not on-ly supplies the needs of the saints but also overflows with many thanksgivings to God.”

—2 Corinthians 9:11-12

What are your hopes and visions for our church?

Share them on a “Heart Card,” and bring it to church with you on

Sunday, October 23!

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Maxine E. Marsh Maxine E. Marsh, 91, died Aug. 23, 2011, at Dillon Living Center, Hutchinson. She was born May 9, 1920, in McPherson, to Leon Stanley and Myrtle Irene Suttergran Lloyd. She was

a retired cook at Hadley Day Care Center, a member of First United Methodist Church, and VFW Auxiliary. She was married to Milton Montandon, Robert Barr, Morrow Hecht and Wilbur Marsh, all preceded her in

death. Survivors include: sons, Ron and Shirley Montandon and Larry and Lynn Montandon, all of Hutchinson; a daughter, Joyce Allen, Canyon Lake, Texas; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two sisters.

The funeral service was Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at First United Methodist Church, with Rev. Mark Conard officiating. Burial was in Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to VFW Auxiliary, in care of the mortuary.

Opal E. Rayl Opal E. Rayl, 90, died Sept. 2, 2011, at Promise Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson. She was born Oct.

10, 1920, in Hutchinson, to Earl Thomas and Letha Holt. Opal was a member of First United Methodist Church, UMW, EHU and was a leader in youth 4-H for many years. She married Ralph T. Rayl on May 11, 1941, in Hutchinson. He died July 31, 1993.

Survivors include: two sons, Scott Rayl (Cathy) and Regan Rayl, all of Hutchinson; two daughters, Deanna Jackson (Rudy) of Indianapolis, Ind., and Janis Koch (Jay) of Olathe, Kan.; three grandchildren, Aaron, JP and Brandi Rayl; a great-grandchild, and a step-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two sisters.

The funeral service was Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, at First United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Mark Conard officiating. Burial was in Penwell-Gabel Cemetery and Mausoleum, Hutchinson. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church or the American Heart Association, in care of the mortuary.

Jacob B. Miller Jr. Jacob B. "Jake" Miller Jr., 93, of Moore, Okla., died Sept. 11, 2011, at his daughter's home in Moore, Okla.

He was born Aug. 27, 1918, in El Dorado, Kan., the son of Jacob B. and Bertha M. Hollenbeck Miller. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Hutchinson and Mesa, Ariz.. On May 19, 1939, he married Lois M. Magoffin in Sterling, Kan. She died July 8, 2003. Survivors include: son, James D. and Carolyn Mil-ler of Denton, Texas; daughter, Lynn Miller-Walters and significant other Donny Vennochi of Moore, Okla.; five grandchildren and spouses, eight great-grandchildren, and a sister-in-law of Hutchinson.

A graveside service was held Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011, at Sterling Community Cemetery, with Rev. Mark Conard officiating. Memorials may be sent to Faith Hospice of Norman, Okla., in care of the mortuary.

Elsie Marie Hofen Schwiethale Elsie Marie Hofen Schwiethale died September 15, 2011. She was born Nov. 5, 1917, on her father's

birthday. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Lillie Showalter Hofen, of Sylvia, Kan., hus-band, Laurence Schwiethale; sisters, Alberta and Juanita; brothers, Laverne, Harold and Laurel Hofen; and son, Larry Schwiethale.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Hutchinson, belonged to Progressive Sunday School class, and United Methodist Women's Circle. She is survived by: her son, Harold Schwiethale of Hutchinson, Kan.; a granddaughter, four grandsons, and five great great-grandchildren.

The funeral service was Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2011, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel, with Rev. Mark Conard pre-siding. Burial was in Penwell-Gabel Cemetery and Mausoleum, Hutchinson. Memorials may be made to Hos-pice House or the charity of your choice.

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2 World Communion

Sunday Josephus Fund

Offering 6pm Leadership Gath-

ering (FP)

3 9am Walk the Walk 1:30pm Tri M’s (3706A Asbury Dr.) 6 pm SPRC (103)

4 9am Sew ‘n’ Sews 2pm Staff Meeting 7pm Worship/Music (103) 7pm MATH (FP)

5 9am Walk the Walk 5:30pm Wonderful

Wednesday (FH) 6:15pm Chimeringers 7pm Choir 7pm Youth Group 7pm Kid’s Club 7pm 3rd Service Worship Team (202)

6 1:30pm UMW Exec. (FP)

7 9am Walk the Walk

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9

10 9am Walk the Walk 7pm Trustees (107)

11 9am Sew ‘n’ Sews 2pm Staff Meeting 6pm Educ. (Parlor)

12 9am Walk the Walk 5:30pm Wonderful

Wednesday (FH) 6:15pm Chimeringers 7pm Health/Wellness (103) 7pm Choir 7pm Youth Group 7pm Kid’s Club

13 8am Rummage Sale Work Day (FH) 9:30am Circle 3 (613 32 Terrace) 1:30pm Circle 1 (620 Monterey Pl. #105) 1:30pm Circle 2 (376 Asbury Dr.) 7pm Circle 4 (2604 Wildrose)

14 9am Walk the Walk

15 8am Rummage Sale (FH)

16 5pm Fun Bunch Fall Fun Night (Gaddert Farms)

17 9am Walk the Walk 7pm Finance (107)

18 9am Sew ‘n’ Sews 1:30pm Memorial (103) 2pm Staff Meeting

19 9am Walk the Walk 5:30pm Wonderful

Wednesday (FH) 6:15pm Chimeringers 7pm Choir 7pm Youth Group 7pm Kid’s Club

20 1:30pm UMW Fel-

lowship (FP)

21 9am Walk the Walk Culver/England Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

22 4pm Culver/England Wedding (Sanctuary)

23 30 12pm All Church Pot-luck (FH)

24 9am Walk the Walk 31

25 9am Sew ‘n’ Sews 2pm Staff (209) 7pm Church Council (FP)

26 9am Walk the Walk 4:45 ACM (FP) 5:30pm Wonderful

Wednesday (FH) 6:15pm Chimeringers 7pm Choir 7pm Youth Group 7pm Kid’s Club

27 6pm Double Circle SS Class Dinner (FH)

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29 7am Kiwanis Pan-cake Feed (FH)

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October 2011

Upcoming Sundays

October 2 World Communion Sunday

Special Sunday with Offering—Josephus Fund

October 9 “EKG: Ministry Flows from the Heart”

October 16

“The Art of Love: Relationships Are Matters of the Heart”

October 23

“Bucket Lists: Vision and Hope Are Inspirational”

October 30

Commitment Sunday “Declarations of Your Heart”

Non Profit Org.

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Permit 17 The Downtown Church

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Address Service Requested

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October 2011 Stewardship Month

October 2 World Communion Sunday October 9 “Extravagant Generosity”—1 October 13 Rummage Sale Work Day October 15 Rummage Sale October 16 “Extravagant Generosity”—2 October 17 Boss’s Day October 20 United Methodist Women fellowship

meeting October 21-22 Jurisdictional Delegation meeting

(Oklahoma City) October 22 Culver/England wedding October 23 “Extravagant Generosity”—3 October 24 United Nations Day October 29 Kiwanis Pancake Feed (Fellowship

Hall) October 30 “Extravagant Generosity”—

Response Sunday Fifth Sunday Potluck Din-

ner/New Member Recogni-tion (Fellowship Hall)

October 31 Reformation Day