prayer list and announcements for 12-7-2014

 

Prayer Requests

Britton: Brenda Spicer, Bonnie & Cliff Olson, Ann Marcus, Amber Kern, Ron Sell,  Paityn Erickson,  Robin Timmerman,  Raena & Ruthie (granddaughters of Kirk & Carol Moeckly), Nick Olson, Erla Ringer,  Gayle Erickson, Linda & Kenny Price, Roger & Judy Andrews, Dick Moeckly, Luke Storley, Loraine Steen, Rose Craft, Aden Fisher, Cliff Parks, Jeff Morris, Cindy Olson, Leonard Eikamp ,Marty (Robin Timmerman’s uncle).

Claremont: Heather Rye, Patsy Cutler, Ginger Vickers, Kristina Bjorklund,  Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker, Warren Pierson, Adrianne Fliehs, Brian Jones, Carol & Barney Hanse, Nathan Olson, Patty Swanson, Yvonne Stegner (Robin Jensen’s sister), Paul Feser (Monica McCranie’s dad), Amanda Sem (Lynn Jensen’s niece), Shirley Frey, Jim Drewitz, Adrian Bailey, Kevin Schliebe, Kevin Jondahl.

Hecla: Delores Mertz, Darlene  Scott, Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter), Bernard Colestock, Dori Lloyd, Rachel (Larry Sullivan’s granddaughter), Michael Ford, the family of Don Jones.

Those in the military: David Rasmussen Jr, Melinda Rasmussen, Ryan Jones, Alex Swanson, William Gibbs, Bart Sime, Patrick Pierson, Lisa & Juan Toro, Steven Brooks, Nick Leigh.

 

Announcements
·         Today – Communion Sunday.
Confirmation  5:30-7:00.
·         Small Group opportunities:
Hecla – 2^nd & 4^th Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 – Potluck & Study “Son of God” led by Pastor
    Britton – Wed, 9:45 am – “Son of God” led by 
 Thursday, 9:00 am – “Daniel” led by Andrea Kilker
  Monday, 6:30 pm - Dec 1 - Jan 26 – TLC Depression Group, led by Vicki Renner
Claremont – Thurs. 9:30 am – “Listening to God” led by Marcia Haaland
   (at Tom & Merlene Dunlavy’s)
·         Group of Friends will be singing Dec 9^th at 10:30 at Groton Golden Living Center and then at Rosewood.  On Dec.10^th at 11:00 they will be singing at Wheat Crest Hills in Britton and then at Spruce Court.  All are invited to join them!
·         The CHARGE CONFERENCE has been rescheduled to Wednesday, Dec 10^th at 6:30pm (meal provided for all)  7:00 (meeting) in Claremont.
       Tickets are available for The Reason December 12^th in Aberdeen for the group rate of $12.00.  Let Pastor Gwen know if you will be going.
·         7^th Grade Confirmation will be meeting on Saturday, December 13^th from 10:00-11:30 am. 
·         Bells of Christmas community concert, Sunday December 14th at 4:00pm, at First Lutheran in Britton.   Offering goes to the Marshall County Ministerium.
·         Children’s Christmas Programs, Sunday, December 21^st
11:00 am - Claremont UMC
7:00 pm – Britton UMC

Prayerlist and announcements for 11-23-14

Prayer Requests

Britton: Brenda Spicer, Bonnie & Cliff Olson, Ann Marcus, Amber Kern, Ron Sell,  Paityn Erickson,  Robin Timmerman,  Raena & Ruthie (granddaughters of Kirk & Carol Moeckly), Nick Olson, Erla Ringer,  Gayle Erickson, Linda & Kenny Price, Roger & Judy Andrews, Dick Moeckly, Luke Storley, Loraine Steen, Rose Craft, Aden Fisher, Cliff Parks, Jeff Morris, Cindy Olson, Leonard Eikamp, Katelyn Mitbow and family, the family of Norma Fisher.

Claremont: Heather Rye, Patsy Cutler, Ginger Vickers, Kristina Bjorklund,  Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker, Warren Pierson, Adrianne Fliehs, Brian Jones, Carol & Barney Hanse, Nathan Olson, Patty Swanson, Yvonne Stegner (Robin Jensen’s sister), Paul Feser (Monica McCranie’s dad), Amanda Sem (Lynn Jensen’s niece), Shirley Frey, Jim Drewitz, Adrian Bailey, Kevin Schliebe, Kevin Jondahl, the families of Wendall Stevenson and Beverly Nolan.

Hecla: Delores Mertz, Darlene  Scott, Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter), Bernard Colestock, Dori Lloyd, Rachel (Larry Sullivan’s granddaughter), Michael Ford.

Those in the military: David Rasmussen Jr, Melinda Rasmussen, Ryan Jones, Alex Swanson, William Gibbs, Bart Sime, Patrick Pierson, Lisa & Juan Toro, Steven Brooks.

Announcements

·         THIS SUNDAY –Claremont Christmas Decorating – following worship

Britton  Advent Workshop & Potluck 4:30-6:00

Hecla Christmas Decorating & Potluck – 5:00

               7:00 – Community Thanksgiving Service, First Lutheran in Britton

NO 8^th Grade Confirmation;    Shoebox Christmas gifts are due in to the churches.

·         TLC Depression classes,  Mondays at 6:30 at the Britton church.  Dec 1, 8, 15, and 22, and Jan 5, 12, 19, and 26.  To sign up for this class, contact Vickie Renner at 290-9773 or vicksue7@gmail.com.  All churches are welcome to attend.

·         Small Group opportunities:

Hecla – 2^nd & 4^th Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 – Potluck & Study “Son of God” led by Pastor

                                 Sundays at 9:00 – “Dare to Dream” study led by Bev Dinger

Britton – Wed, 9:45am – “Dare to Dream” study led by Pastor. Dec 4^th – “Son of God” study

                 Thursday, 9:30am – Beth Moore “Daniel” led by Andrea Kilker

                 Monday, 6:30pm - Dec 1 - Jan 26 – TLC Depression Group, led by Vicki Renner

Claremont – Thurs. 9:30am – “Dare to Dream” study led by Marcia Haaland

                              (at Tom & Merlene Dunlavy’s) Starting Dec 4^th – “Listening to God” by Charles Stanley

·         Group of Friends will be singing Dec 9^th at 10:30 at Groton Golden Living Center and then at Rosewood.  On Dec.10^th at 11:00 they will be singing at Wheat Crest Hills in Britton and then at Spruce Court.  All are invited to join them!

·         Pastor Gwen will be at a family wedding Nov 27-30.  If there is an emergency please contact Rev. Deb Mack at 470-0568 or 448-5357.  There will be 8^th Grade Confirmation on Nov 30^th 5:30-7:00.

·         The CHARGE CONFERENCE has been rescheduled to Dec 10^th at 6:30pm (meal) 7:00 (meeting) in Claremont.

Prayer list and announcements for January 26

Prayer Requests

Rev. Ron Olson, his wife Michelle and daughter Maiji. , Bowman UMC

Britton:  Cliff Parke, Family of Gerry Erickson, Orville Fitzer, Bonnie Olson, Mary Ann (Butch’s cousin), Boyd Erickson,  Ann Marcus, Amber Kern, Family of Ron Preszler (Butch’s co-worker), Ron Sell,  Paityn Erickson,  Robin Timmerman,  Ruthie Moeckly, Nick Heitmann, Nick Olson,   Erla Ringer,  Reana B and family,  Daphne,  Gayle Erickson, Linda & Kenny Price,   Judy Andrews,  Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Family of Arlene Stolsmark, Donna Vietor, Andy-Amy Pierson’s cousin, Lorrie Sanderson, Betty Stanley, Family of Lori Jenso, Doreen Green in the death of her sister,  Carrie Ann (Marv & Jeri’s granddaughter),  Kelly Bushby,  Jean Cole, Chad Pray, Jackie Pigot,  Drucilla Hinrichs,  Patsy Cutler, Verl Cutler, Nnea Stanley, Ginger Vickers,  Kathryn Cutler,  Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla: Delores Mertz,  Jack Moerke, Kate Dinger,   Darlene  Scott,  Martha  Ackerman (Janet’s mother),  Bernard Colestock, Ed Mitchell,  Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter),  Lynda Smallwood.

 Those in the military:

Lee Osterloh, David Rasmussen Jr., Ryan Jones, Ryan Vrchota, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson, William Gibbs

 Upcoming Events

Worship: Hecla-8:00am; Britton-9:30am; Claremont-11am
January 26^th 6:30m Claremont Administrative Council meeting
January 28^th Deadline for newsletter
January 28^th 1-5pm Hecla Office Hours
January 29^th 9:30am Britton Bible Study
12:30-5pm Britton Office Hours
6:30pm Britton-Hecla Youth Group
6:45pm Claremont Youth Group
January 30^th 9:30am Claremont Bible Study
February 2^nd Holy Communion Sunday

Prayer list and announcements for January 12

Prayer Requests

Rev. Ron Olson, his wife Michelle and daughter Maiji. , Bowman UMC

Britton:, Bonnie Olson, Family of Brent Archer, Boyd Erickson, Carl Olson,  Ann Marcus, Amber Kern, Ron Preszler (Butch’s co-worker), Ron Sell,  Paityn Erickson,  Pauline  Nelson, Robin Timmerman,  Ruthie Moeckly, Nick Heitmann, Nick Olson,   Erla Ringer,  Reana B and family,  Daphne,  Gayle Erickson, Linda & Kenny Price,   Judy Andrews,  Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Family of Laurie Junso, Doreen Green in the death of her sister, Dale Cutler,  Carrie Ann (Marv & Jeri’s granddaughter) Lisa Cutler, Kelly Bushby,  Jean Cole, Chad Pray,  Drucilla Hinrichs,  Patsy Cutler, Verl Cutler, Nnea Stanley, Ginger Vickers,  Kathryn Cutler,  Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla: Jack Moerke, Clark,  Kate Dinger,   Darlene  Scott,  Martha  Ackerman (Janet’s mother),  Bernard Colestock, Ed Mitchell,  Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter),  Lynda Smallwood.

Those in the military:

Lee Osterloh, David Rasmussen Jr., Ryan Jones, Ryan Vrchota, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson, William Gibbs

 

 Upcoming Events
Worship: Hecla-8:00am; Britton-9:30am; Claremont-11am
January 14th 5pm-6:00pm Hecla Office Hours
7:00pm PPRC meeting at Hecla
January 15th 8:30am Marshall Co. Ministerial
9:30am Britton Bible Study
12:30-5:00pm Britton Office Hours
6:30pm Britton-Hecla Youth Group
6:45pm Claremont Youth Group
January 16th 9:30am Claremont Bible Study
January 19th Human Relations Sunday
January 21st 7pm Hecla’s Administrative Council Meeting

 

Over the next four weeks a sermon series titled “Upside Down” will be presented. This series gives each of us the opportunity to spend four weeks exploring what it means to live differently as a follower of Jesus. Using the Sermon on the Mount as recorded in Matthew 5, this series introduces us to the radical teachings of Jesus, and—rather than dismissing them as extreme teachings—helps us live them out in a lifestyle of countercultural love and grace.

The women of 1^st Lutheran invite you to attend a “Cozy Mountain Lodge” retreat on Saturday, February 15^th from 8:30am to 4:30pm. The cost is $10 which includes meals and a personal activity/study guide. Registration is required and is to be submitted by January 24^th. There is limited availability on seating. Contact Kim Roehr (470-0292) or Julie Elsen (290-5042) for more information. Pastor Nancy has registration forms available.

 

 

Prayer list and announcements for December 1

Prayer Requests

Philippines recovery from the typhoon. The Oil Rush Mission field in western ND.

 Spiritual growth & new vitality in our churches

Britton: Carl Olson,  Family of Atticus Schneider, Ann Marcus, Amber Kern, Ron Pressler (Butch’s co-worker), Ron Sell,  Paityn Erickson,  Joyce Steiha, Pauline  Nelson, Robin Timmerman,  Neal Frey,  Ruthie Moeckly, Nick Heitmann, Nick Olson,   Erla Ringer,  Reana B and family,  Daphne,  Gayle Erickson, Linda & Kenny Price,   Judy Andrews,  Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Family of Luella Lewis, Kelly Bushby,  Jean Cole, Chad Pray, Gus Perkins, Drucilla Hinrichs, Kenny Frey, Patsy Cutler, Verl Cutler, Nnea Stanley, Ginger Vickers,  Kathryn Cutler,  Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.
Hecla: Family of Clinton Clark,  Kate Dinger,   Darlene  Scott,  Martha  Ackerman (Janet’s mother),  Bernard Colestock, Ed Mitchell,  Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter),  Lynda Smallwood.
Those in the military:
Lee Osterloh, David Rasmussen Jr., Ryan Jones, Ryan Vrchota, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson, William Gibbs

 

Upcoming Events
Worship: Hecla-8:00am; Britton-9:30am; Claremont-11am
December 1^st First Sunday of Advent
4PM Advent Workshop & Christmas decorating at BUMC
Dec. 3^rd 1-4:30pm Hecla Office Hours
6pm Britton’s Finance Meeting
7pm Britton’s Administrative Council
Dec. 4^th 9:30am Britton’s Bible Study
12:30pm -5:00pm Britton Office Hours
6:30pm Britton-Hecla Youth Group
6:45pm Claremont Youth Group
Dec. 5^th 9:30am Claremont’s Bible Study
Dec. 8^th 5pm Soup & Dessert Supper at CUMC
6pm Evening of Music at CUMC

Prayer list and announcements for November 17

 

Prayer Requests

Philippines recovery from the typhoon. The Oil Rush Mission field in western ND. Spiritual growth & new vitality in our churches

Britton: Amber Kern, Ron Pressler, Ron Sell,  Paityn Erickson,  Joyce Steiha, Pauline  Nelson,  Carol Moeckly, Robin Timmerman,  Neal Frey,  Ruthie Moeckly, Nick Heitmann, Nick Olson,  Clay Erickson,  Erla Ringer, Paula Olson,  Reana B and family,  Daphne,  Gayle Erickson, Linda & Kenny Price,  Joan Anderson, Judy Andrews,  Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont:  Jean Cole, Chad Pray, Jackie Pigot,  Donna Schleibe, Carrie Pulfrey, Chase Larson, Gus Perkins, Drucilla Hinrichs, Bernice Docter, Kenny Frey, Patsy Cutler,  Verl Cutler, Nnea Stanley, Ginger Vickers,  Kathryn Cutler,  Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla: Family of Marvin Robb,  Family of Larry  Sullivan, Kate Dinger,   Darlene  Scott,  Martha  Ackerman (Janet’s mother),  Bernard Colestock, Ed Mitchell,  Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter),  Lynda Smallwood.

Those in the military:

Lee Osterloh, David Rasmussen Jr., Ryan Jones, Ryan Vrchota, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson, William Gibbs

 Upcoming Events

Worship: Hecla-8:00am; Britton-9:30am; Claremont-11am

Nov 17^th 5:00pm BCH Charge Conference at Hecla UMC
Nov. 19^th 1-5pm Hecla Office Hours
7pm Hecla Administrative Council
Nov. 20^th 9:30am Britton Bible Study
12:30pm-5pm Britton Office Hours
6:30pm Britton-Hecla Youth Group
6:45pm Claremont Youth Group
Nov. 21^st 9:30am Claremont Bible Study
Nov. 24^th 7pm Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service at 1^st Presbyterian in Britton

Announcements  November 17, 2013  

 Our Annual Charge Conference is scheduled for today, Sunday, November 17, 2013 at 5:00pm at Hecla UMC . The meeting will begin at 5pm and a light supper will be served afterward. Come, join in supporting our churches through your presence and suggestions and then enjoy a time of good food and fellowship.   

 Claremont UMC will be undergoing a thorough cleaning the week of Nov. 18-23^rd. We encourage you to adopt a Sunday school room to clean and organize or take on one or two of the many tasks that need to be done. Sign-up sheets for different areas will be posted this week. The tasks may be completed at any time before then as well; do it on your schedule.  Thank you in advance for your time and energy on this project.

 Claremont UMC celebrates its 125^th Anniversary this year.  On Sunday, November 24^th the worship service will celebrate this milestone. Following the worship service there will be a potluck meal served. The meat (pork loin) and beverages will be provided. There will also be a short program about the history of the church. Mark your calendars and make sure to attend and join in the celebration. Bring a friend. If you have memories or stories of the church over the years, please send them to Pastor Nancy (nancyserving@gmail.com) or to Judy Pierson (jlpierson@nvc.net)  by November 20^th. If you know of folks that were members or attended in the past and live in the area, invite them to come as well.

After the festivities are completed, you are invited to stay and begin to decorate the sanctuary for the holidays.

 

Britton UMW invites the members of the church to bring non-perishable food items to be sent to the college students from our church. There are 11 students that will receive these packages to help them get through the long hours of studying for their final exams. This is a ministry of support and care to the young folks of our church. Please bring your items to the church by Dec. 1^st.

 

The annual Angel Tree will be available beginning November 21^st at the Wells Fargo Bank in Britton. This is an opportunity to give to someone in need.

 

Tuesday, December 3^rd has been designated as Giving Tuesday. The General Board of Global Ministries has organized this one day of online giving to support any project of the United Methodist denomination. Those funds going to organizations under the Advance (Haiti Solar Oven Project & Tree of Life in the Dakotas) will be matched  up to $500,000 and/or  a maximum of $50,000 per organization; funds given on that day only. The Advance is our denomination’s giving channel that ensures that 100% of each gifts supports the project designated by the donor. There are more than 850 Methodist related projects and more than 300 missionaries supported by the Advance. The website is www.umcmission.org/give.  Mark your calendars and keep the website handy. Let’s begin our holiday season with giving rather than getting.

Prayer list and announcements for November 3

 

Prayer Requests

 The Oil Rush Mission field in western ND. Spiritual growth & new vitality in our churches;  Recovery from snowstorms in western So. Dakota; Spiritual guidance and direction for those who came forward at the IWT event.

Britton: Joyce Steiha, Pauline  Nelson,  Carol Moeckly, Robin Timmerman, Kendra Kadoun; Neal Frey,  Ruthie Moeckly, Nick Heitmann, Nick Olson,  Clay Erickson,  Erla Ringer, Paula Olson,  Reana B and family,  Daphne,  Gayle Erickson, Linda & Kenny Price,  Joan Anderson, Judy Andrews,  Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont:  Chad Pray, Donna Schleibe, Carrie Pulfrey, Chase Larson, Gus Perkins, Drucilla Hinrichs, Bernice Docter, Kenny Frey, Patsy Cutler,  Verl Cutler, Nnea Stanley, Ginger Vickers,  Kathryn Cutler,  Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla:  Family of Larry  Sullivan, Kate Dinger,   Darlene  Scott,  Martha  Ackerman (Janet’s mother),  Bernard Colestock, Ed Mitchell,  Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter),  Lynda Smallwood.

Those in the military:

Lee Osterloh, David Rasmussen Jr., Ryan Jones, Ryan Vrchota, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson, William Gibbs

 
  Upcoming Events
Worship: Hecla-8:00am; Britton-9:30am; Claremont-11am
November 3rd 5-7pm Hecla’s Annual Fall Turkey Dinner
November 5th 1-4:30pm Hecla Office Hours
November 6th 8:30am Marshall Co Ministerial
11:-4pm Britton Office Hours
6:45pm Claremont Youth Group
7pm Britton UMW’s Ladies Night
November 7th 9:30am Claremont Bible Study
7pm BCH PPRC meeting at Britton UMC
November 8th 9am Aberdeen Ministry Team
November 10th birthday celebration for Doris Spencer at Rosewood Court 2-4pm

 

Our Annual Charge Conference is scheduled for Sunday, November 17, 2013 at 5:00pm. Hecla UMC will be hosting this year. Mark your calendars and be sure to attend this important meeting in the life of our community of faith.  Reports from the trustees, Christian education, and UMW from each church are due by November 10^th. Please send them to Pastor Nancy or Judy Pierson at jlpierson@nvc.net.

 Hecla UMC will be having their annual Fall Turkey Supper on Sunday, November 3^rd at the Hecla Community Center from 5-7pm.  Come and enjoy a wonderful meal and a time of fellowship.

 Britton UMC’s UMW invites you to a night of Fellowship, Food and Fun on Wednesday, November 6^th at 7pm. A humorous video with an inspiring message from Sheila Walsh about learning to let go and seeing what God can do will be presented. Come and enjoy a time of good food and fellowship. Bring a friend!!

 Claremont UMC will be undergoing a thorough cleaning the week of Nov. 18-23^rd. We encourage you to adopt a Sunday school room to clean and organize or take on one or two of the many tasks that need to be done. Sign-up sheets for different areas will be posted this week. The tasks may be completed at any time before then as well; do it on your schedule.  Thank you in advance for your time and energy on this project.

 Claremont UMC celebrates its 125^th Anniversary this year.  On Sunday, November 24^th the worship service will celebrate this milestone. Following the worship service there will be a potluck meal served. The meat (pork loin) and beverages  will be provided. There will also be a short program about the history of the church. Mark your calendars and make sure to attend and join in the celebration. Bring a friend. If you have memories or stories of the church over the years, please send them to Pastor Nancy (nancyserving@gmail.com) or to Judy Pierson (jlpierson@nvc.net)  by November 20^th. If you know of folks that were members or attended in the past and live in the area invite them to come as well.

After the festivities are completed, you are invited to stay and begin to decorate the sanctuary for the holidays.