The Messenger February 2018

HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF

POCAHONTAS COUNTY, IOWA

Sunday 8:30am - Plover, 202 Smith Street

9:30am - Sunday School - Pocahontas

10:30am - Pocahontas, 306 2nd Avenue NW

Pastor Kris Frank Cell: 712-577-2630 email: kristine.frank@iaumc.net

Church Office Mon.-Fri. Hours: 9:00-3:30pm

email: hopeumc@evertek.net Ph. 712-335-3663 Fax: 712-335-3406

Keep in touch with Hope UMC: hopeumcia.org

Hope UMC—Pocahontas, Havelock & Plover

Please join us for worship, Wednesday,

February 14th at 5:30 p.m. at the

Pocahontas Center

UMW news-February 2018 Thank you for your 2017 pledges. We were

able to spend $750 for year-end gifts, most

of which were for local needs. Gifts were

made to CAASA ($100), Hope UMC for the

pastor’s discretionary fund ($200), Upper Des Moines ($200), Hillcrest Family Ser-

vices ($50), and the Pocahontas Elementary School ($200) for assistance with lunch

tickets.

Looking ahead – World Day of Prayer is March 2.

Plan to attend!

February:

* Serving committee – #2

* Altar flowers – Truth Circle

* Charity Circle – Feb. 1, Hostess: Mary P.

Program: Marty

Pledge Service

Truth Circle – Feb. 1, Hostess, Ginger

Program: Bev

Pledge Service

Peace Circle – no meeting

UMW Executive Committee – Feb. 8

1:30 PM, Friendship Room

Bible verse for February: Lamentations 3:23 “Great is his faithfulness; his mercies

begin afresh each day.” N.L.T.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR FAITHFULNESS!

Happy Valentine’s Day

from the library A Woman After God's Own Heart

by Elizabeth George

Scripture–based principles for every reader who wants to become God’s woman of excel-

lence. For any woman who wants to achieve a growing relationship with God, develop an ac-

tive partnership with her husband, and make her home into a spiritual oasis.

A Young Woman After Gods Own Heart

by George Elizabeth

Teens and tweens will enjoy these dynamic, practi-cal messages that build good habits, cultivate can-do attitudes, and fan the flames of passion for God. Readers will discover how to: look to God's Word for help in making choices, grow spiritually through Jesus, tap into God's strength for handling stress, live Jesus at home...and elsewhere, and for healthy friendships.

A Young Man After God’s Own Heart

by Jim George

Pursuing God really is an adventure—one that can get extreme, one you'll never tire of. Be-coming a young man after God's own heart is a lot like climbing a mountain. You'll find all sorts of challenges on the way up, but the awesome view at the top is well worth the trip.

These selections will be available for check out in the Book Nook

in the Fellowship Hall during February. Many more great books

available in the library located off the chapel!

Lectionary Scriptures

Feb 4 Isaiah 40:21-31, Psalm 147:1-11, 20c, 1 Corinthians 9:16-23, Mark 1:29-39

Feb 11 2 Kings 2:1-12, Psalm 50:1-6, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Mark 9:2-9

Feb 18 Genesis 9:8-17, Psalm 25:1-10, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Mark 1:9-15

Feb 25 Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16, Psalm 22:23-31, Romans 4:13-25, Mark 8:31-38

Mar 4 Exodus 20:1-17, Psalm 19, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22

Bruce Wheatley 2/2

Candace Larson 2/2

Heather Sindergard 2/3

Jerry Severson 2/3

Ryan Hauswirth 2/3

Ava Kakacek 2/4

Zacheray Gathers 2/4

Don Ferguson 2/5

Ruger Bunda 2/5

Sue Wasko 2/6

Jordyn Radig 2/6

Dale Smith 2/10

Carol Hallman 2/12

Clint Fogde 2/12

Nohri Point 2/12

Betty Braunschweig 2/15

Ava Shearer 2/20

Ginger Ernst 2/23

Mary Lou Johnson 2/26

Ashley Radig 2/27

Cliff Cook 2/27

Duane Wiemers 2/28

Eileen Johnson 2/29

Arnie & Bonita Lubinus 2/11

Paul & Marge Spear 2/12

Roger & Shannon Peters 2/22

Jeff & Kammi Shearer 2/23

Steve-Laurie Westerman 2/27

WORSHIP ASSISTANTS †

Feb 4 Tim Cook Liturgist

Feb 4 Russ & Julie Waterman Fellowship

Feb 4 Arnold Lubinus Fellowship

Feb 11 Ginger Ernst Liturgist

Feb 11 John & Martie Nedved Fellowship

Feb 18 Dixie Gottsch Liturgist

Feb 18 Bruce & Carolyn Wheatley Fellowship

Feb 18 Rosie Herman Fellowship

Feb 25 Carol Hallman Liturgist

Feb 25 Walt & Mary Phillips Fellowship

Feb Acolytes - Ruger Bunda, Jacob Ferguson

Feb Ushers - Don & Linda Ferguson, Doug Ferguson,

Leon & Gwen Johnson, Leo Hallman

Feb Greeters -

North: Leon & Gwen Johnson

South: Brad & Angie Cook Family

East: Carol & Donnie McLain

West: Ginger Ernst

DATE

POCAHONTAS

HAVELOCK/PLOVER

TOTAL

Jan 7 76 21 97

Jan 14 81 19 100

Jan 21 65 19 84

Jan 28 58 22 80

Worship Attendance at Hope UMC

Are you ready to join Hope? Please call the church office, 712-335-3663, and we will help

you get started!

FREE SATURDAY SUPPER

The date has been changed!

Because there are lots of conflicts with

holidays falling close to the last Saturday of the month,

the suppers will be held on the

3rd Saturday of each month beginning on February 17th.

There will be the same opportunities to help so watch

for the clipboard.

UDMO Food Pantry Sunday

February 11, 2018

HOPE

UMC

UMW READING PROGRAM

Winter is a good time to read and learn about different subjects. Check out the new books for

the UMW Reading Program on the book cart in the Fellowship Hall.

"Hiding in the Light" --author Rifqa Bary tells why she risked everything to leave Islam and

follow Jesus.

"The Sacred Secular"--by authors Escobedo-Frank and Rynders who examine how God is

using the Word to shape the church.

"Good Health, Good Life"--this Joyce Meyer book gives 12 keys to enjoying physical and

spiritual wellness.

"Adventure of Ascent"--Field notes from a lifelong journey by Luci Shaw addresses aging.

"One Well"--Rochelle Strauss tells the story of water on earth. This is an illustrated chil-

dren's book but counts toward the reading program.

A Come and Go Bridal Shower

honoring Ashley Trimble, bride elect to Joe Egertsen, will be

held Sunday, February 11th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the

Havelock Center. All family and friends are invited to attend.

Leadership Team Meeting Minutes

January 18, 2018

Friendship Room

Pocahontas Center

Attendance: Pastor Kris, Sharon Hauswirth, Allan Frevert, Carol Hallman, Moira Hopkins,

Elaine Cook, Dixie Gotttsch, Linda Ferguson, Donnie McLain, Joan Reinhart, Gary Zhorne and

Judy Pursley

Sharon H. opened the meeting with a devotion and a prayer.

Minutes were read silently and Carol H. called our attention to the last page where it talks

about the Articles of Incorporation. It should have included these sentences inserted after

the word "together". Carol moved that we approve and adopt the Articles of Incorporation

for Hope UMC of Pocahontas County. Elaine seconded the motion and it was approved. Carol

moved to accept the correction. Elaine seconded and the motion passed. She also said that

she checked and we can use our existing federal ID #.

Allan gave the financial report. In Dec. we had $39,867.53 in total offerings. This was more

money received than in the last three years prior. Total offerings for 2017 were $217,344. To-

tal offerings for 2016 were $8,252 less. We had Budgeted Expenses of $13,552.53 and the

Cash in Budget Account is $37,838.30. Our Apportionment costs for 2017 was $3,284.08

monthly. This breaks down into four categories: A-General Church Council $677.75, B-

Conference Ministries $1,886.92, C-Conference Missions $670.08, D-District $49.33. From

May - October we have only paid parts A and B of $2,564,67. We owe $720.08 for parts C and

D. November and December we paid nothing towards Apportionment giving us $10,888.64 in

Apportionment not paid in 2017. January 2018 Apportionment will be paid in entirety. Our

Pastor Support/Salary would normally cost us $6615.00 monthly. By not having a full time

pastor for the six months beginning July 1 and taking into consideration the money we paid to

Pastors Elijah and Kris and Pulpit Supply we still saved $25,291.00. Allan made the motion to

accept the finance report. Gary Z. seconded. Motion was approved.

Leadership Team minutes p. 2

Mission Team Reports:

Worship: Carol H. said that her team was working on Ash Wednesday (February 14) and Easter (April 1). The Christmas decorations were removed from the church before Rachell Powers' funeral. March, April and May services will be held at Havelock and Pocahontas. The sign needs to reflect the new start time.

Outreach: Elaine told us that they met last night and are looking for a group to give a con-cert.

Education: Senior Potluck will be May 6. We have six seniors graduation this year. The Len-ten Small Group Study He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado is being ordered. They are working on VBS.

Missions: The Mobile Food Pantry is January 24 and men are needed to help close Dixie said. Ann Harrison will be Secretary Pro Temp when Judy Pursley isn't available. Judy Boysen will be Dixie's co-chairman. We meet monthly to plan the Free Supper which is the 27th of this month We received a certificate acknowledging our support for JFON at the end of the year.

UMW: Joan reported that Dixie's committee served at Rachell Powers' funeral There will be an executive meeting in February with a general meeting in March.

Carol told us that the Articles of Incorporation were sent to the Secretary of State and she has prepared the Articles of Dissolution for the three churches. She made a motion to have Dr. Chris Radig, Sharon Hauswirth and Vicki Kerns sign the papers Linda seconded and the motion was passed. Pastor Kris thanked Candace Larson and Linda Ferguson for filling in for her so ably when she was sick. She asked if anyone wanted to go to the Lay Speaker course. She then asked what time the Ash Wednesday service was held. The secretary read aloud a section of the minutes from January 18, 2016 that stated that the service was moved to 5:30pm because of good attendance.

Next Meeting is February 8, 2018 at 7:00pm.

Elaine made the motion to close. Gary seconded and the motion passed.

Pastor closed with a prayer.

Submitted by

Judy Pursley

Leadership Team Secretary