Prayer list and announcements for January 1

Opportunities to Serve & Give

A sign up sheet is posted on the bulletin board of Claremont UMC to sign up to sponsor the mailing of the newsletter in 2012. The monthly cost is $40. There is an area to designate the newsletter in memory or in honor of someone and it will be put on the mailing page of the newsletter. Please sign up soon and then the sheet will be taken to Hecla for any remaining months. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Opportunities to Grow in Faith

The BCH Youth Group will meet on January 11^th and 25^th at 6:30PM at Britton UMC. Mark your calendars and come be a part of the evening of fun. Information regarding the upcoming ski trip in February will be provided at the meeting.

On Sunday, January 8^th Tyson Frohling will be confirmed in Hecla UMC and Lily Cutler, Mason Hanse, Lincoln Gibbs and James Pierson will confirmed in Claremont UMC during the worship services. Please be in prayer for the youth as they begin final preparations to confess their faith before the congregations and become members of the body of Christ.

Pastor Nancy will be on vacation from January 10^th through January 17^th. She will return on January 18^th for office hours in Britton UMC. If a pastoral emergency arises while she is gone; please contact Rev. Jack Erickson at 605-448-2900. Voice mail will not be checked on a regular basis while pastor is on vacation.

There will two leadership training opportunities provided during January and February. On Saturday, Jan 21^st from 9am-1pm training will be at Britton UMC. The second training will be on Saturday, February 4^th from 9am-1pm at Claremont UMC. The training is from the Leadership Institute Pastor attended in September 2011. All are invited to attend and grow in Christian leadership skills so that God will be glorified in our communities of faith. Please let Pastor know if you will be attending so the appropriate amount of food will be available.

Marshall County Ministerial is sponsoring a day retreat entitled “Walking Through the Old Testament” on Saturday, March 3^rd at First Lutheran Church in Britton, SD. This retreat is for ages kindergarten through fifth grade and for those in sixth grade to adults. This is an interactive study and is fun and will help you grow in your knowledge of the Old Testament. Mark your calendars and look for additional information in upcoming newsletters and bulletins.

Prayer list and announcements for December 18th

Prayer Requests

Jim Larson, Dick Thompson, Darold Borman (friends of Pastor Nancy)

Britton: Marge Edwards, Bernice Benda, Harriet Larson, Pat Freeman,

Rose (Doris’ sister), Phyllis Johnson, Bette Haywood’s sister Linda, Tiffany from Sisseton, Journey--1^st grader with cancer, Dick Moeckly, Anne Zitlow, Cliff Olson, Allock family, Rev. Steve Schroeder, Bonnie Olson, Rachel-surg 11/11, Lois,

 Luke Storley, Cindy

 Claremont: Carla Pahl, Stephanie Sanderson, Steve Cutler, Bob Stanley, Larry(Sandy) Sanderson, Drucilla Hinrichs, Lynn (Geri’s sister). Maddie Witham, Ruth Harberg, Susie Larson, Elizabeth Sanderson, Lois Murray Severson,  Patty Anne (niece of Don Miller), Dolly McCarlson, Don & Marj Hinrichs, Laronda Becker

Hecla: Harold Gerdes, Kelly Bushby, Linda Richter, Linda Smallwood, Betty (Wayne’s niece), Judy Wagner, Steve Glover, Natalie Dinger, Dawn Frohling, Luke Storley.

Those Serving in the military overseas:

Lee Osterloh, David Rasmussen, Jr, William Gibbs, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson

Upcoming Events

Sunday School: 8:30AM-Britton, 9:45AM-Claremont, 10AM-Hecla

Worship-Hecla—8AM; Britton—9:30AM; Claremont 11AM

December 18^th 7PM Britton’s Sunday School Christmas Program

December 20^th 1-5pm Hecla Office Hours

Dec. 21^st 8:30am Marshall Co. Ministerial

9:30am Britton’s Bible Study

11-5pm Britton’s Office Hours

7:30pm Marshall Co. Community Christmas Cantata at 1^st Lutheran

December 24^th  4PM Christmas Eve Service—Hecla

5:30pm Christmas Eve Service—Britton

7PM Christmas Eve Service—Claremont

December 25^th 9am Christmas Day Service at Claremont UMC

Thoughts to Ponder

“The coming of Jesus means that God is with us. Sometimes it is hard to see evidence of that, with all the sorrow and the suffering in the world. Many people ask the question, “If God is all loving and all powerful, then why doesn’t God do something about evil?” The answer to this question is simple: you are the “something” that God is sending to combat evil in this world.” Rev. M. Slaughter “Christmas is not Your Birthday”

Opportunities to Serve

God’s love has produced many miracles, large and small. One of these is the life sustaining power of blood. We have the ability to share this miracle of life; to pass it along to others. The opportunity to share your healthy blood with those less fortunate will be on Monday, December 19^th at the Community Building in Britton, SD from 11:30am to 6:00pm. Please call Kathy Erickson at 605-448-2900 to set up an appointment. Our church supports this blood drive for United Blood Services who supplements the needs of our surrounding hospitals. On behalf of the patients who will benefit, thank you.

Upcoming Events

Marshall County Ministerial invites you to attend their annual Christmas Program on Wednesday, Dec. 21^st at First Lutheran Church at 7:30pm. The Christmas Cantata “The Gift of Christmas” will be presented. Come and enjoy a time of beautiful music, fellowship and a filling of the Holy Spirit as we draw near to the time of celebrating Christ’s birth.

Youth (grades 6-12) of Britton, Claremont and Hecla are invited to attend a “Snow Camp” at Wesley Acres Dec. 27^th through the 30^th. Please let Pastor Nancy know as soon as possible if you are interested in attending this fun event. Deadline is December 15^th to register. Cost is $120.

The youth and children of Britton UMC will present their Christmas program on Sunday, December 18^th at 7PM. Be sure to come and be a part of this celebration of Christmas lead by the children.

Hecla UMC & St. John’s Lutheran Sunday School children will present their Christmas program during worship at St. John’s (9am) on Sunday December 18^th. Be sure and attend and be inspired by the celebration of Christ’s birthday with the children.

***If you would like to bring a poinsettia or another flower to Church in honor/memory of a loved one, please have them to the church by Dec. 23^rd. If you would like their names included in the bulletin for Christmas Eve please have the information to Pastor Nancy or Judy Pierson by Dec. 20^th.

Christmas Eve (December 24^th) services will be as follows:

            Hecla UMC at 4PM

            Britton UMC at 5:30PM

            Claremont UMC at 7PM

Christmas Day- December 25^th

            9AM Worship Service at Claremont UMC (all are invited to attend.)

A sign up sheet is posted on the bulletin board of Britton UMC to sign up to sponsor the mailing of the newsletter in 2012. The monthly cost is $40. There is an area to designate the newsletter in memory or in honor of someone and it will be put on the mailing page of the newsletter. Please sign up soon and then the sheet will be taken to Claremont and then Hecla for any remaining months. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

There will be a Christmas Dinner For All on December 25^th at the Britton UMC at Noon. All are welcome and there is no cost. Please call Pam Moeckly at 448-2213 or Vicki Renner at 448-2322 to make reservations.  

Prayer list and announcements for December 11th

Opportunities to Serve

   The Britton-Claremont-Hecla Youth group will be helping the Marshall County Food Pantry fill the Christmas boxes on Thursday, Dec. 15^th. We will meet at the Britton Community Center at 6PM. After we are done, we will return to the church for snacks/beverages. Two or three adults are also invited to help out as the youth fill the boxes. Please let Pastor Nancy know as soon as possible if you will be able to attend so arrangements can be made to have enough assistance for the project.

Claremont UMC will be hosting their 3^rd Annual Night of Music on Sunday, December 11, 2011. The evening will begin with at meal of turkey, dressing and all the trimmings and then followed with a time of Christmas Music.  Sign up sheets to help with the event and to provide food donations are on the entry way table. If anyone is interested in participating in the music portion of the evening, please contact Pastor Nancy (294-7388) or Carol Hanse (294-5369).

Marshall County Ministerial invites you to attend their annual Christmas Program on Wednesday, Dec. 21^st at First Lutheran Church at 7:30pm. The Christmas Cantata “The Gift of Christmas” will be presented. Come and enjoy a time of beautiful music, fellowship and a filling of the Holy Spirit as we draw near to the time of celebrating Christ’s birth.

Youth (grades 6-12) of Britton, Claremont and Hecla are invited to attend a “Snow Camp” at Wesley Acres Dec. 27^th through the 30^th. Please let Pastor Nancy know as soon as possible if you are interested in attending this fun event. Deadline is December 15^th to register. Cost is $120.

The children and youth of Claremont UMC will present their Christmas program during worship on Sunday, December 18^th. Mark your calendars and be sure to be there to experience Christmas through the voices of the youth. A potluck lunch will follow the worship service.

The youth and children of Britton UMC will present their Christmas program on Sunday, December 18^th at 7PM. Be sure to come and be a part of this celebration of Christmas lead by the children.

Hecla UMC & St. John’s Lutheran Sunday School children will present their Christmas program during worship at St. John’s (9am) on Sunday December 18^th. Be sure and attend and be inspired by the celebration of Christ’s birthday with the children.

The practice for the Britton Community Area Christmas Cantata will be on Wednesdays at 8PM in the choir room of the Britton-Hecla School. Practice will be every Wednesday until Dec. 21^st.

***If you would like to bring a poinsettia or another flower to Church in honor/memory of a loved one, please have them to the church by Dec. 23^rd. If you would like their names included in the bulletin for Christmas Eve please have the information to Pastor Nancy or Judy Pierson by Dec. 20^th.

Christmas Eve (December 24^th) services will be as follows:

          Hecla UMC at 4PM

          Britton UMC at 5:30PM

          Claremont UMC at 7PM

There will not be any services on December 25^th.

Prayer list and announcements for December 4th

Opportunities to Serve

The practice for the Britton Community Area Christmas Cantata will be on Wednesdays at 8PM in the choir room of the Britton-Hecla School. Practice will be every Wednesday until Dec. 21^st.

The Britton-Claremont-Hecla Youth group will be helping the Marshall County Food Pantry fill the Christmas boxes on Thursday, Dec. 15^th. We will meet at the Britton Community Center at 6PM. After we are done, we will return to the church for snacks/beverages. Two or three adults are also invited to help out as the youth fill the boxes. Please let Pastor Nancy know as soon as possible if you will be able to attend so arrangements can be made to have enough assistance for the project.

Upcoming Events

What’s your relationship with Jesus like? Explore the life of the apostle John and the legacy of love he left for future believers. John understood that relationship is the point, and he was uniquely chosen to receive the “Revelation” of Jesus Christ. Learn how Christ still desires this kind of love relationship with you. Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11:30 at Britton UMC. 11/30 through 2/8.

Britton UMW will be meeting on Wed, Dec 7^th at 7PM at Alice Moeckly’s home. Come and enjoy a time of fellowship with your sister’s in Christ.

Claremont UMC will be hosting their 3^rd Annual Night of Music on Sunday, December 11, 2011. The evening will begin with at meal of turkey, dressing and all the trimmings and then followed with a time of Christmas Music.  Sign up sheets to help with the event and to provide food donations are on the entry way table. If anyone is interested in participating in the music portion of the evening, please contact Pastor Nancy (294-7388) or Carol Hanse (294-5369).

Marshall County Ministerial invites you to attend their annual Christmas Program on Wednesday, Dec. 21^st at First Lutheran Church at 7:30pm. The Christmas Cantata “The Gift of Christmas” will be presented. Come and enjoy a time of beautiful music, fellowship and a filling of the Holy Spirit as we draw near to the time of celebrating Christ’s birth.

Youth (grades 6-12) of Britton, Claremont and Hecla are invited to attend a “Snow Camp” at Wesley Acres Dec. 27^th through the 30^th. Please let Pastor Nancy know as soon as possible if you are interested in attending this fun event.

The children and youth of Claremont UMC will present their Christmas program during worship on Sunday, December 18^th. Mark your calendars and be sure to be there to experience Christmas through the voices of the youth. A potluck lunch will follow the worship service.

The youth and children of Britton UMC will present their Christmas program on Sunday, December 18^th at 7PM. Be sure to come and be a part of this celebration of Christmas lead by the children.

Hecla UMC & St. John’s Lutheran Sunday School children will present their Christmas program during worship at St. John’s (9am) on Sunday December 18^th. Be sure and attend and be inspired by the celebration of Christ’s birthday with the children.

Prayer list and announcements for November 27th

Prayer Requests

Jim Larson, Dick Thompson, Darold Borman (friends of Pastor Nancy)

Britton: Marge Edwards, Bernice Benda, Harriet Larson, Pat Freeman,

Rose (Doris’ sister), Phyllis Johnson, Bette Haywood’s sister Linda, Tiffany from Sisseton, Journey--1^st grader with cancer, Dick Moeckly, Anne Zitlow, Cliff Olson, Allock family, Rev. Steve Schroeder, Bonnie Olson, Rachel-surg 11/11, Lois,

 Luke Storley, Cindy

 Claremont: Larry Sanderson, Drucilla Hinrichs, Lynn (Geri’s sister). Maddie Witham, Ruth Harberg, Susie Larson, Elizabeth Sanderson, Merlyn Olson, Lois Murray Severson,  Patty Anne (niece of Don Miller), Dolly McCarlson, Don & Marj Hinrichs, Laronda Becker

Hecla: Kelly Bushby, Linda Richter, Linda Smallwood, Betty (Wayne’s niece), Judy Wagner, Steve Glover, Natalie Dinger, Dawn Frohling, Luke Storley.

Congratulations to Curtys Lloyd and Liz Stepanek on the birth of their daughter on Nov. 21^st. Her name is Hayden Elizabeth.

Those Serving in the military overseas:

David Rasmussen, Jr, William Gibbs, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson

Upcoming Events

Sunday School: 8:30AM-Britton, 9:45AM-Claremont, 10AM-Hecla

Worship-Hecla—8AM; Britton—9:30AM; Claremont 11AM

Nov. 27^th 10:40am Britton’s Advent Workshop w/potluck lunch

Nov. 29^th 1-5pm Hecla Office Hours

Nov. 30^th 9:30 Bible Study in Britton UMC

Nov. 30^th 11-5pm Britton’s Office Hours

6:00PM Britton’s Finance Team Meeting

7PM Britton’s Administrative Council Meeting

Dec. 1^st  9am Claremont Bible Study

Dec. 3^rd 5pm Hecla Decorates for Christmas with potluck meal served.

All music lyrics used with permission under CCLI #

Thoughts to Ponder

“Hope means being surprised, because we don’t know what is best for us or how our lives are going to be completed. To cultivate hope is to suppress wishing—to refuse to fantasize about what we want, but live in anticipation of what God is going to do next.”

Rev. Eugene Peterson

Opportunities to Serve

The practice for the Britton Community Area Christmas Cantata will be on Wednesdays at 8PM in the choir room of the Britton-Hecla School. Practice will be every Wednesday until Dec. 21^st.

Upcoming Events

What’s your relationship with Jesus like? Explore the life of the apostle John and the legacy of love he left for future believers. John understood that relationship is the point, and he was uniquely chosen to receive the “Revelation” of Jesus Christ. Learn how Christ still desires this kind of love relationship with you. Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11:30 at Britton UMC. 11/30 through 2/8. Please sign up on entry way bulletin board by Sunday 11/13. Books will be ordered for those signed up by 11/13 and will cost approximately $18 each. Come join us for this Beth Moore Bible Study!

Britton UMW will be meeting on Wed, Dec 7^th at 7PM at Alice Moeckly’s home. Come and enjoy a time of fellowship with your sister’s in Christ.

Claremont UMC will be hosting their 3^rd Annual Night of Music on Sunday, December 11, 2011. The evening will begin with at meal of turkey, dressing and all the trimmings and then followed with a time of Christmas Music.  Sign up sheets to help with the event and to provide food donations are on the entry way table. If anyone is interested in participating in the music portion of the evening, please contact Pastor Nancy (294-7388) or Carol Hanse (294-5369).

Britton UMC will be hosting their annual Advent Workshop on Sunday, Nov. 27^th following the worship service. Adults and children are invited to attend and be a part of the fellowship with a potluck meal and in making Christmas Crafts and decorating the church for the Advent and Christmas Season.

Hecla UMC invites everyone to come and join the fun as we decorate the sanctuary for Advent and Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 3^rd at 5pm.  A meal of turkey will be served and whatever anyone desires to bring to supplement the meal. Come and enjoy the fun and fellowship.

Marshall County Ministerial invites you to attend their annual Christmas Program on Wednesday, Dec. 21^st at First Lutheran Church at 7:30pm. The Christmas Cantata “The Gift of Christmas” will be presented. Come and enjoy a time of beautiful music, fellowship and a filling of the Holy Spirit as we draw near to the time of celebrating Christ’s birth.

Youth (grades 6-12) of Britton, Claremont and Hecla are invited to attend a “Snow Camp” at Wesley Acres Dec. 27^th through the 30^th. Please let Pastor Nancy know as soon as possible if you are interested in attending this fun event.

The children and youth of Claremont UMC will present their Christmas program during worship on Sunday, December 18^th. Mark your calendars and be sure to be there to experience Christmas through the voices of the youth. A potluck lunch will follow the worship service.

The youth and children of Britton UMC will present their Christmas program on Sunday, December 18^th at 7PM. Be sure to come and be a part of this celebration of Christmas lead by the children.

Hecla UMC & St. John’s Lutheran Sunday School children will present their Christmas program during worship at St. John’s (9am) on Sunday December 18^th. Be sure and attend and be inspired by the celebration of Christ’s birthday with the children.

A special thank you to the folks who decorated Claremont UMC’s sanctuary and fellowship hall for the Advent and Christmas season. It is beautiful and your hard work is greatly appreciated by all.

Prayer list and announcements for November 20th

Prayer Requests

Jim Larson, Dick Thompson, Darold Borman (friends of Pastor Nancy)

Britton: Marge Edwards,  Bernice Benda, Harriet Larson, Connor Storley,

Pat Freeman, Rose (Doris’ sister), Phyllis Johnson, Bette Haywood’s sister Linda, Tiffany from Sisseton, Journey--1^st grader with cancer, Dick Moeckly, Anne Zitlow, Cliff Olson, Allock family, Rev. Steve Schroeder, Bonnie Olson, Rachel-surg 11/11, Lois, Luke Storley, Cindy

 Claremont: Steve Cutler,  Drucilla Hinrichs, Lynn (Geri’s sister). MaddieWitham, Ruth Harberg, Susie Larson, Elizabeth Sanderson, Lois Murray Severson,  Patty Anne (niece of Don Miller), Dolly McCarlson, Don & Marj Hinrichs, Laronda Becker

Hecla:  Linda Richter, Linda Smallwood, Betty (Wayne’s niece), Judy Wagner, Steve Glover, Natalie Dinger, Dawn Frohling, Luke Storley.

Those Serving in the military overseas:

David Rasmussen, jr, William Gibbs, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson

Upcoming Events

Sunday School: 8:30AM-Britton, 9:45AM-Claremont, 10AM-Hecla

Worship-Hecla—8AM; Britton—9:30AM; Claremont 11AM

November 20^th after worship-Claremont UMC begins decorating

Nov. 20^th 7pm Marshall Co. Community Thanksgiving Service at 1^st Lutheran

Nov. 22^nd 1-5pm Hecla’s Office Hours

Nov. 23^rd 11-5pm Britton’s Office Hours

Nov. 24^th Thanksgiving Day

Nov. 24-26^th Pastor Nancy out of town

Nov. 27^th 10:40am Britton’s Advent Workshop w/potluck lunch

Dec. 3^rd 5pm Hecla Decorates for Christmas with potluck meal served.

Nov. 30^th 6PM Britton’s Finance Team Meeting

7PM Britton’s Administrative Council Meeting

All music lyrics used with permission under CCLI #

Thoughts to Ponder

“If you want to be important----wonderful; If you want to be recognized---wonderfu;. If you want to be great---wonderful. But recognize that he who is greatest among you shall be your servant. That’s a new definition of greatness.”  Martin Luther King, Jr.  

The practice for the Britton Community Area Christmas Cantata will be on Wednesdays at 8PM in the choir room of the Britton-Hecla School. Practice will be every Wednesday until Dec. 21^st.

Bishop’s Thanksgiving Offering

"We have some outstanding Native American Ministries throughout the Dakotas Conference. These ministries serve many but the need is so vast. During this season of Thanksgiving, prayerfully consider your gift for the people that have so little."  This year’s offering will be divided among Hope Center, Tree of Life Ministry, Spirit Lake Ministry, Southeast Pierre Community Center, Sioux Falls Community Shalom Zone -Wesley UMC, Four Winds Ministry, and Crow Creek Ministry. (Thanksgiving Offering will be received on Sunday,Nov.20^th)Bishop Deborah Lieder Kiesey, Dakotas Conference 

Upcoming Events

Marshall County Ministerial invites you to attend the annual Community Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 20^th at 7PM at First Lutheran Church. The offering will go to support the Marshall Co. Food Pantry as well as any non-perishable food items brought. Come and share in a time of worship and thanksgiving.

What’s your relationship with Jesus like? Explore the life of the apostle John and the legacy of love he left for future believers. John understood that relationship is the point, and he was uniquely chosen to receive the “Revelation” of Jesus Christ. Learn how Christ still desires this kind of love relationship with you. Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11:30 at Britton UMC. 11/30 through 2/8. Please sign up on entry way bulletin board by Sunday 11/13. Books will be ordered for those signed up by 11/13 and will cost approximately $18 each. Come join us for this Beth Moore Bible Study!

The 10^th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24^th at 12 Noon, at the First Lutheran Church fellowship hall. Anyone looking for a place to enjoy a home cooked meal with friends and neighbors for the holiday is invited to attend. Please RSVP by Tuesday, Nov. 22^nd to Dorothy Jones (448-5677), Dorothy Stillson (448-2647) or Becky Weber (448-2572 –day, or 2398 evening.)

Britton UMW will be meeting on Wed, Dec 7^th at 7PM at Alice Moeckly’s home. Come and enjoy a time of fellowship with your sister’s in Christ.

Claremont UMC will be hosting their 3^rd Annual Night of Music on Sunday, December 11, 2011. The evening will begin with at meal of turkey, dressing and all the trimmings and then followed with a time of Christmas Music.  Sign up sheets to help with the event and to provide food donations are on the entry way table. If anyone is interested in participating in the music portion of the evening, please contact Pastor Nancy (294-7388) or Carol Hanse (294-5369).

Britton UMC will be hosting their annual Advent Workshop on Sunday, Nov. 27^th following the worship service. Adults and children are invited to attend and be a part of the fellowship with a potluck meal and in making Christmas Crafts and decorating the church for the Advent and Christmas Season.

Hecla UMC invites everyone to come and join the fun as we decorate the sanctuary for Advent and Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 3^rd at 5pm.  A meal of turkey will be served and whatever anyone desires to bring to supplement the meal. Come and enjoy the fun and fellowship.

Marshall County Ministerial invites you to attend their annual Christmas Program on Wednesday, Dec. 21^st at First Lutheran Church at 7:30pm. The Christmas Cantata “The Gift of Christmas” will be presented. Come and enjoy a time of beautiful music, fellowship and a filling of the Holy Spirit as we draw near to the time of celebrating Christ’s birth.

Youth of Britton, Claremont and Hecla are invited to attend a “Snow Camp” at Wesley Acres Dec. 27^th through the 30^th. Please let Pastor Nancy know as soon as possible if you are interested in attending this fun event.

Prayer list and announcements for November 13th

Prayer Requests

Jim Larson, Dick Thompson, Darold Borman (friends of Pastor Nancy)

Britton:  Bernice Benda, Harriet Larson, Connor Storley, Pat Freeman,

Rose (Doris’ sister), Phyllis Johnson, Bette Haywood’s sister Linda, Tiffany from Sisseton, Journey--1^st grader with cancer, Dick Moeckly, Anne Zitlow, Cliff Olson, Allock family, Rev. Steve Schroeder, Bonnie Olson, Rachel-surg 11/11, Lois,

 Luke Storley, Cindy

 Claremont: Lynn (Geri’s sister). Maddie Witham, Ruth Harberg, Susie Larson, Elizabeth Sanderson, Lois Murray Severson,  Patty Anne (niece of Don Miller), Dolly McCarlson, Don & Marj Hinrichs, Laronda Becker

Hecla:  Linda Richter, Linda Smallwood, Betty (Wayne’s niece), Judy Wagner, Steve Glover, Natalie Dinger, Dawn Frohling, Luke Storley.

Those Serving in the military overseas:

David Rasmussen, jr, William Gibbs, Michael Swanson, Alex Swanson

Upcoming Events

Sunday School: 8:30AM-Britton, 9:45AM-Claremont, 10AM-Hecla

Worship-Hecla—8AM; Britton—9:30AM; Claremont 11AM

Nov. 15^th 2PM Claremont UMW

6-6:45pm Meal before Chg conference

7PM Charge Conference at Claremont UMC

Nov. 16^th 9:30AM Britton Bible Study

12-5pm Britton Office Hours

6:30pm Confirmation at Claremont UMC

7pm Claremont Evening Circle

Nov. 17^th 9am Claremont Bible Study

Nov. 20^th 7pm Marshall Co. Community Thanksgiving Service at 1^st Lutheran

Nov. 27^th Britton’s Advent Workshop

Dec. 3^rd 5pm Hecla Decorates for Christmas with potluck meal served.

All music lyrics used with permission under CCLI #

Thoughts to Ponder

“I have learned to be content with whatever I have. I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry; of having plenty and of being in need.”

Philippians 4:11-12

Opportunities to Serve

Christmas is just around the corner and so is the Shoebox Christmas Gift program for the Dakotas Conference. The program reaches five reservations, homeless shelters and local churches throughout our conference. It's easy and fun to donate. Just get an empty shoebox and wrap the bottom and top separately. Then fill it with lots of fun stuff, put a rubber band around it so the top stays on and take it to the collection point nearest you. All donations need to be at the church by November 18^th so they can be taken to Aberdeen by the 21^st for delivery to the various programs. 

The practice for the Britton Community Area Christmas Cantata will be on Wednesdays at 8PM in the choir room of the Britton-Hecla School. Practice will be every Wednesday until Dec. 21^st.

Bishop’s Thanksgiving Offering

"We have some outstanding Native American Ministries throughout the Dakotas Conference. These ministries serve many but the need is so vast. During this season of Thanksgiving, prayerfully consider your gift for the people that have so little."  This year’s offering will be divided among Hope Center, Tree of Life Ministry, Spirit Lake Ministry, Southeast Pierre Community Center, Sioux Falls Community Shalom Zone -Wesley UMC, Four Winds Ministry, and Crow Creek Ministry. (Thanksgiving Offering will be received on Sunday, Nov. 20^th)

Bishop Deborah Lieder Kiesey, Dakotas Conference 

Upcoming Events

The Britton-Claremont-Hecla PPRC has discussed ideas and options that would enable our Pastor to foster, develop and maintain individual relationships within each congregation. On November 13th the respective PPRC members will be holding discussions with their congregations, to communicate as well as listen to your ideas on this subject. Please plan to attend worship and share your thoughts. If you have questions please contact any PPRC member.

   

 Our annual Church Charge Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, November 15^th at Claremont UMC. A meal will be served from 6-6:45pm and the meeting will be at 7pm. Mark your calendars and come to this important meeting regarding the churches. Rev. Marilyn Spurrell, our District Superintendent, will be leading the meeting. Come and be a part of the discussions and plans.

Marshall County Ministerial invites you to attend the annual Community Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 20^th at 7PM at First Lutheran Church. The offering will go to support the Marshall Co. Food Pantry as well as any non-perishable food items brought. Come and share in a time of worship and thanksgiving.

The Britton UMW will be distributing Care Packages to our college students for finals week. If you would like to contribute, please bring 13 non-perishable items to the church by November 20^th. There will be a collection box in the entryway.

What’s your relationship with Jesus like? Explore the life of the apostle John and the legacy of love he left for future believers. John understood that relationship is the point, and he was uniquely chosen to receive the “Revelation” of Jesus Christ. Learn how Christ still desires this kind of love relationship with you. Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11:30 at Britton UMC. 11/30 through 2/8. Please sign up on entry way bulletin board by Sunday 11/13. Books will be ordered for those signed up by 11/13 and will cost approximately $18 each. Come join us for this Beth Moore Bible Study!

The Britton American Legion & Auxillary  will be hosting their Baked Potato Dinner on Nov. 13^th from 11am-1pm. Baked Potatoes with various toppings and homemade pies will be served. Bingo will be played from 1-3PM at the Amacher Auditorium at Britton-Hecla School.