Prayer list and announcements for December 2

Prayer Requests

Britton: Dorothy Schneider, Jeff Grupe, Joan Paulson, Susan Sletto, Deb Mack, June Rabenberg, Gayle Erickson, Tim Johnson,  Linda & Kenny Price,   Brenda Vrchota,   Joan Anderson, Roger Andrews, Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Carrie Pulfrey, Lorrie Sanderson, Pearle Pahl, Amanda Sem, Cortland McCranie, Carol Sortlund,  Cole Truebenbock, Kathryn Cutler, Betty Beck, Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Annie Tieszen, , Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla:  Ted Yde III, Family of Celestia James, Bernard Colestock, Family of Steve Glover; Darlene Scott, Ed Mitchell,  Derwin Bushby, Claudette’s niece, Norman Krause, Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter), Kelly Bushby, Linda Smallwood, Betty Knecht (Wayne’s niece).

Those in the military:

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

Upcoming Events

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

            December 2^nd 4pm Britton decorates for Christmas & Soup Supper

            December 4^th  1pm-5pm Hecla UMC office hours

            December 5^th   9:30am Britton Bible Study

                                    12:30pm-5pm Britton’s Office hours

                                    7pm Youth Group attends “Kutlass” Christmas Concert

December 6^th 9:30am Claremont’s Bible Study

December 9^th 5:30pm Soup Supper at Claremont UMC

                        7pm Program of Music at Claremont UMC

December 11^th 1-5pm Hecla Office Hours

                        7pm Hecla Administrative Council Meeting

Thought to Ponder

“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.”                                                                     T.S Eliot

 

 

Opportunities to Grow, Serve & Share Your Faith

A new Bible Study will be starting on Wednesday, November 28th at 7pm at the home of Bev Dinger in Hecla. The study will be on the book of James.  Mark your calendars and be sure to join this time of growing in your faith.

The Claremont Sunday School has challenged the congregation to match their funds of $160 to purchase animals for people around the world to have an income and food source. Pastor Nancy has doubled the challenge to $320 or more. If you haven’t already given to this project/challenge be sure to contact Jennifer Gustafson. The specific animals have not been decided upon as yet. Watch for more information in the coming Sundays.

Britton United Methodist Church will be gathering to decorate the church for Christmas on Sunday, December 2^nd at 4pm. Crafts will also be available for the children to do while the adults decorate.

Pastor Nancy will be serving soup for the supper meal after the decorating. Please bring a dessert to share. Come and enjoy a time of fellowship and fun!

Share Christmas with a special Grandpa or Grandma from Wheat Crest Hills. Select a gift card from the Grandpa & Grandma Tree at First Savings Bank-Britton, purchased the suggested gift, return your gift to First Savings Bank by Monday, December 17^th and your gift will be delivered to a special Grandpa or Grandma.

Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D (prescription drug plans) of your Medicare coverage is still available. Volunteers are available at the Britton Extension Office to help people compare the Part D plans  available and assist with the change if desired. Dates and times are Tuesday afternoon from 12:30pm-3:00pm on December 4^th. BE SURE to bring your Medicare card and a current list of medications with the doses along to the Office. Call Karen at the Extension office if you have questions.

A new Bible Study will begin in Britton & Claremont for the Advent season. It’s titled “A Different Kind of Christmas” and is a 5 week study. Britton begins on Wednesday, November 28^th at 9:30am at the church. Claremont begins on Thursday, December 6^th at 9:30am and will meet at Merlene Dunlay’s home.

Claremont UMW invites you to attend a Soup & Chili Supper on Sunday, December 9^th beginning at 6pm. You are then invited to stay and enjoy a program of  Christmas music performed by people from our surrounding area and church beginning at 7pm. Mark the date and be to come and enjoy an evening of good food, wonderful fellowship and joyous music.

Prayer list and announcements for November 25

Prayer Requests

Britton: Dorothy Schneider, Jeff Grupe, Joan Paulson, Susan Sletto, Deb Mack, June Rabenberg, Gayle Erickson, Tim Johnson,  Linda & Kenny Price,   Brenda Vrchota,   Joan Anderson, Roger Andrews, Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Lorrie Sanderson, Esther Pahl, Amanda Sem, Cortland McCranie, Carol Sortlund,  Cole Truebenbock, Kathryn Cutler, Betty Beck, Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Annie Tieszen, , Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla:  Ted Yde III, Daryl L’s Aunt Celeste, Bernard Colestock, Family of Steve Glover; Darlene Scott, Ed Mitchell,  Alta Aman, Ron Hyatt,   Derwin Bushby, Claudette’s niece, Norman Krause, Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter), Kelly Bushby, Linda Smallwood, Betty Knecht (Wayne’s niece).

Those in the military:

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

Upcoming Events

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

            November 25^th 4pm Christmas decorating at Hecla

            November 27^th 1-5pm Hecla office hours

                                    7pm BCH PPRC at Claremont UMC

                                    7pm Bible Study begins in Hecla

            November 28^th 11am-5pm Britton Office hours

                                    6:30pm Confirmation at Hecla UMC

            November 29^th 9:30am Claremont Bible Study at Merlene’s home

            December 2^nd  4: 15pm Britton Decorates for Christmas followed by soup supper

            December 5^th 5:45pm Claremont Youth leave for concert in Aberdeen from Church-

Thought to Ponder

Experience is what you get when you didn’t get what you wanted. And Experience is often the most valuable thing you have to offer.          Randy Pausch 

We are glad you joined us today to share in worship. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. May you know and experience God’s grace and love in the days ahead.

Opportunities to Grow, Serve & Share Your Faith

A new Bible Study will be starting on Wednesday, November 28th at 7pm at the home of Bev Dinger in Hecla. The study will be on the book of James.  Mark your calendars and be sure to join this time of growing in your faith.

A new Bible Study will begin in Britton & Claremont for the Advent season. It’s titled “A Different Kind of Christmas” and is a 5 week study. Britton begins on Wednesday, November 28^th at 9:30am at the church. Claremont begins on Thursday, December 6^th at 9:30am and will meet at Merlene Dunlay’s home.

Opportunities to Grow, Serve & Share Your Faith

The Claremont Sunday School has challenged the congregation to match their funds of $160 to purchase animals for people around the world to have a income and food source. Pastor Nancy has doubled the challenge to $320 or more. If you haven’t already given to this project/challenge be sure to contact Jennifer Gustafson. The specific animals have not been decided upon as yet. Watch for more information in the coming Sundays.

Hecla United Methodist Church invites you to come and help decorate for Christmas on Sunday, November 25^th at 4pm. A meal will be served of the turkeys supper leftovers. Please bring a salad or dessert. Come and join in the fun and fellowship of this project.

Britton United Methodist Church invites you to come and help decorate the church for the Christmas season on Sunday, December 2^nd at 4:30pm. A supper will be served when the decorating is completed. Please bring a salad or dessert for the meal. Come and enjoy this fun time of fellowship as we begin the Advent season!  

Britton United Methodist Church will be gathering to decorate the church for Christmas on Sunday, December 2^nd at 4pm. Crafts will also be available for the children to do while the adults decorate.

Pastor Nancy will be serving soup for a supper meal after the decorating. Please bring a dessert to share. Come and enjoy a time of fellowship and fun!

Share Christmas with a special Grandpa or Grandma from Wheat Crest Hills. Select a gift card from the Grandpa & Grandma Tree at First Savings Bank-Britton, purchased the suggested gift, return your gift to First Savings Bank by Monday, December 17^th and your gift will be delivered to a special Grandpa or Grandma.

Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D (prescription drug plans) of your Medicare coverage is still available. Volunteers are available at the Britton Extension Office to help people compare the Part D plans  available and assist with the change if desired. Dates and times are Tuesday afternoon from 12:30pm-3:00pm on November 27^th and December 4^th. BE SURE to bring your Medicare card and a current list of medications with the doses along to the Office. Call Karen at the Extension office if you have questions.

 

Prayer list and announcements for November 18

Prayer Requests

Britton:Dorothy Schneider, Jeff Grupe, Joan Paulson, Susan Sletto, Deb Mack, June Rabenberg, Gayle Erickson, Tim Johnson,  Linda & Kenny Price,   Brenda Vrchota,   Joan Anderson, Roger Andrews, Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Amanda Sem, Cortland McCranie, Carol Sortlund,  Cole Truebenbock, Kathryn Cutler, Betty Beck, Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Annie Tieszen, , Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla:  Bernard Colestock, Family of Steve Glover; Darlene Scott, Ed Mitchell,  Alta Aman, Ron Hyatt,   Derwin Bushby, Claudette’s niece, Norman Krause, Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter), Kelly Bushby, Linda Smallwood, Betty Knecht (Wayne’s niece).

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 18^th 7pm Britton Community Thanksgiving Service at Britton UMC

            November 20^th 1-5pm Hecla office hours

                                    6pm Britton Finance Committee

                                    7pm Britton Administrative Council

            November 21^st  11am-3pm Britton office hours

            November 22^nd- 24^th Pastor Nancy out of town

            November 25^th Hecla’s Christmas Decorating Party

            November 27^th  7pm BCH PPRC at Claremont UMC

            November 28^th  6:30pm Confirmation class at Hecla UMC

Thought to Ponder

 Learning to live in a spirit of gratitude means being able to give thanks in all things and to approach the future with hope and trust.

 

Opportunities to Grow, Serve & Share

North Highland United Methodist Church, in conjunction with the leaders of Spirit Lake Ministry, is once again inviting us to participate in the Shoebox Christmas Project. Shoeboxes and donations need to be delivered to North Highland by November 21^st. Please have the shoeboxes to the church by Sunday, November 18^th so they can be delivered on time to Aberdeen.

A new Bible Study will be starting on Wednesday, November 28th at 7pm at the home of Bev Dinger in Hecla. The study will be on the book of James.  Mark your calendars and be sure to join this time of growing in your faith.

On Sunday, November 18^th, Britton United Methodist will be hosting the Britton Community Thanksgiving Service. Worship will be at 7pm and coffee and dessert will be served following the service. Please bring a non-perishable food item to give to the Food Pantry. The offering gathered at the service will also go to support the Food Pantry.  

The Claremont Missions/Evangelism Committee is seeking cash donations for gift cards to our college students as they prepare for semester finals. Please give your donations to Judy Pierson, Tamara Wegleitner or Sharon Hanson by November 21^st.

The Claremont Sunday School has challenged the congregation to match their funds of $160 to purchase animals for people around the world to have a income and food source. Pastor Nancy has doubled the challenge to $320 or more. If you haven’t already given to this project/challenge be sure to contact Jennifer Gustafson. The specific animals have not been decided upon as yet. Watch for more information in the coming Sundays.

Britton United Methodist Women are asking for donations of snacks to send to our college students prior to the semester finals. Please bring your donations (9 of each kind) to the church by Nov. 18^th.

Hecla United Methodist Church invites you to come and help decorate for Christmas on Sunday, November 25^th at 4pm. A meal will be served of the turkeys supper leftovers. Please bring a salad or dessert. Come and join in the fun and fellowship of this project.

Britton United Methodist Church invites you to come and help decorate the church for the Christmas season on Sunday, December 2^nd at 4:30pm. A soup supper will be served when the decorating is completed. Come and enjoy this fun time of fellowship as we begin the Advent season!

Pastor Nancy will be out of town Thursday, November 22^nd and will return on the afternoon of Saturday, November 24^th. If any needs arise please call her cell phone--605-294-7388. Messages will be checked once a day on the parsonage phone.

 

Prayer list and announcements for November 11

Prayer Requests

Britton: Jeff Grupe, Joan Paulson, Susan Sletto, Deb Mack, June Rabenberg, Gayle Erickson, Tim Johnson,  Linda & Kenny Price,   Brenda Vrchota,   Joan Anderson, Roger Andrews, Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Amanda Sem, Cortland McCranie, Carol Sortlund,  Cole Truebenbock, Kathryn Cutler, Betty Beck, Kristina Bjorklund,  Tiffany Valnes, Annie Tieszen,  Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla:  Bernard Colestock, Family of Steve Glover; Darlene Scott, Ed Mitchell, Duane Skoglund, Alta Aman, Derwin Bushby, Claudette’s niece, Norman Krause, Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter), Kelly Bushby, Linda Smallwood, Betty Knecht (Wayne’s niece).

 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 12^th  3-6pm Office Hours at Hecla

                                    7pm Hecla Administrative Council

            November 14^th 12-5pm Britton Office Hours

                                    5pm Confirmation at Britton Church

                                    6pm Serving of Meal begins for Charge Conference

                                    7pm Charge Conference

            November 15^th 9:30am Claremont Bible Study

            November 15^th 2pm Claremont UMW

6pm Youth Groups to Food Pantry

            November 18^th 7pm Britton Community Thanksgiving Service at Britton UMC

            November 21^st No youth group or confirmation class

Thought to Ponder

 Every act and word must pass through the love and will of God to discover if its purpose does indeed bring good to all it touches.

Opportunities to Grow, Serve & Share

North Highland United Methodist Church, in conjunction with the leaders of Spirit Lake Ministry, is once again inviting us to participate in the Shoebox Christmas Project. Shoeboxes and donations need to be delivered to North Highland by November 21^st. Please have the shoeboxes to the church by Sunday, November 18^th so they can be delivered on time to Aberdeen. Thank you in advance for your generosity and your willingness to reach out to those in need.

Our annual Charge Conference is scheduled for Wednesday, November 14^th. Britton United Methodist Church will be the hosting church this year. A meal will be served beginning at 6pm. The meeting will follow at 7pm. Everyone is invited (Britton, Claremont & Hecla folks) to attend and be a part of the planning of the church for the next year. Our District Superintendent, Rev. Marilyn Spurrell, will be leading the meeting.

Reports for Charge Conference

To the chairs of Finance, Trustees, Christian Education, UMW and the Lay Servant Leader: annual reports for the Charge Conference are due in the church office by Monday, November 12^th. They may be emailed to the church at claremontumc@nvc.net or to Pastor Nancy at nancyserving@gmail.com or left on Pastor’s desk. 

A new Bible Study will be starting in the near future on Wednesday’s at 7pm at the home of Bev Dinger in Hecla. The study will be on the “Basics of Christianity.” Mark your calendars and be sure to join this time of growing in your faith.

On Sunday, November 18^th, Britton United Methodist will be hosting the Britton Community Thanksgiving Service. Worship will be at 7pm and coffee and dessert will be served following the service. Please bring a nonperishable food item to give to the Food Pantry.The offering gathered at the service will also go to support the Food Pantry.  

The Claremont Missions/Evangelism Committee is seeking cash donations for purchasing items to be sent to our college students as they prepare for semester finals. Please give your donations to Judy Pierson, Tamara Wegleitner or Sharon Hanson by November 21^st.

The Claremont Sunday School has challenged the congregation to match their funds of $160 to purchase animals for people around the world to have a income and food source. Pastor Nancy has doubled the challenge to $320 or more. If you haven’t already given to this project/challenge be sure to contact Jennifer Gustafson. The specific animals have not been decided upon as yet. Watch for more information in the coming Sundays.

Britton United Methodist Women are asking for donations of snacks to send to our college students prior to the semester finals. Please bring your donations to the church by Nov. 18^th.

Prayer list and announcements for November 4

Prayer Requests

Britton: Family of Duane Carlson ,George McGovern, Ione Kerr, and Arnie Velkor;  Jeff Grupe, Joan Paulson, Susan Sletto,  Deb Mack, June Rabenberg, Gayle Erickson, Tim Johnson,  Linda & Kenny Price,   Brenda Vrchota,   Joan Anderson, Roger Andrews, Carlene Pierson, Dick Moeckly, Cliff Olson, Bonnie Olson, Luke Storley, Cindy.  

Claremont: Jerry Sanderson, Amanda Sem, Cortland McCranie, Carol Sortlund, Families of Dean  Haaland, Sandy Sanderson, Judie Kimball  and Mike McCranie’s brother in law;  Cole Truebenbock, Kathryn Cutler,  Jessie Rasmussen, Betty Beck, Kristina Bjorklund, Kim (Jackie’s niece), Tiffany Valnes, Annie Tieszen, , Patty Anne (niece of Don  Miller), Laronda Becker.

Hecla: Bernard Colestock, Larry Freid, Family of Steve Glover;  Darlene Scott, Ed Mitchell, Duane Skoglund, Alta Aman,  Derwin Bushby, Claudette’s niece, Norman Krause, Pam (Alma Bagley’s daughter), Kelly Bushby, Linda Smallwood, Betty Knecht (Wayne’s niece).

Those in the military:

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

Opportunities to Grow, Serve & Share

North Highland United Methodist Church, in conjunction with the leaders of Spirit Lake Ministry, is once again inviting us to participate in the Shoebox Christmas Project. Shoeboxes and donations need to be delivered to North Highland by November 21^st. Please have the shoeboxes to the church by Sunday, November 18^th so they can be delivered on time to Aberdeen. Thank you in advance for your generosity and your willingness to reach out to those in need.

Our annual Charge Conference is scheduled for Wednesday, November 14^th. Britton United Methodist Church will be the hosting church this year. A meal will be served beginning at 6pm. The meeting will follow at 7pm. Everyone is invited (Britton, Claremont & Hecla folks) to attend and be a part of the planning of the church for the next year.

Reports for Charge Conference

To the chairs of Finance, Trustees, Christian Education, UMW and the Lay Servant Leader: annual reports for the Charge Conference are due in the church office by Monday, November 12^th. They may be emailed to the church at claremontumc@nvc.net or to Pastor Nancy at nancyserving@gmail.com or left on Pastor’s desk. 

Hecla United Methodist Church will be having their annual Fall Turkey Supper on Sunday, November 4^th from 5-7pm at the Hecla Community Center. There will also be a bake sale. Your invited to come and share in a time of food and fellowship.

Britton United Methodist Women will meet on Wednesday, November 7^th at 7:30pm. Please note the time change.

A new Bible Study will be starting on November 7^th at 7pm at the home of Bev Dinger in Hecla. The study will be on the “Basics of Christianity.” Mark your calendars and be sure to join this time of growing in your faith.

On Sunday, November 18^th, Britton United Methodist will be hosting the Britton Community Thanksgiving Service. Worship will be at 7pm and coffee and dessert will be served following the service. Please bring a nonperishable food item to give to the Food Pantry.

Billy Graham's Prayer For Our Nation
'Heavenly Father, we come before you today to ask your forgiveness and to seek your direction and guidance. We know Your Word says, 'Woe to those who call evil good,' but that is exactly what we have done. We have lost our spiritual equilibrium and reversed our values. We have exploited the poor and called it the lottery. We have rewarded laziness and called it welfare. We have killed our unborn and called it choice. We have shot abortionists and called it justifiable... We have neglected to discipline our children and called it building self-esteem. We have abused power and called it politics. We have coveted our neighbor's possessions and called it ambition. We have polluted the air with profanity and pornography and called it freedom of expression. We have ridiculed the time-honored values of our forefathers and called it enlightenment. Search us, Oh God, and know our hearts today; cleanse us from sin and Set us free. In Jesus’ name. Amen!'

Tuesday, November 6^th our nation is given the opportunity to select the President, as well as many other political offices, of our great country. It is an honor, a privilege and an obligation for us as citizen of this great nation to vote. No matter what your ‘Party’ affiliation is it is important for each of us to participate. You are invited and encouraged to be in prayer over the next several days about the state of our nation, about the freedoms we enjoy, and for God’s guiding and discerning hand to be upon each of those who will be serving our country both now and after the election.

 

Upcoming Events

Worship: Hecla-8:15am; Britton-9:30am; Claremont-11am

November 4^th 5-7pm Hecla Fall Turkey Supper at Hecla Community Center

                   6^th 1-5pm Hecla Office Hours

                   7^th 9:30am Britton Bible Study

                        12:30-5pm Britton Office Hours

                        6pm Britton Youth Group

                        6:30pm Claremont Youth Group

                        7:30pm Britton UMW

November 12^th            7pm Hecla Administrative Council

November 14^th Church Charge Conference at Britton United Methodist Church

Thought to Ponder

God created you because He wanted to have a close, meaningful relationship with you.