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ON THE CALENDARJUN 3 — Young(ish) Adults
Family Night at TeterJUN 5 — Blood DriveJUN 9 — Summer Celebration Pulled Pork DinnerJUN 11,12,13 — Rummage Sale
DROP off itemsJUN 14,15,16 — Rummage Sale SHOPAUG 10-11 — Global Leadership SummitMore at ... www.NoblesvilleFirst.com
In God we live, move and exist. — Acts 17:28a (CEB)
GOD First PEOPLE First NOBLESVILLE First
Dress a Girl Around the Worldpage 4
Summer Youth Group timespage 6
Young(ish) Adults Family Nightpage 8
Children’s MinistryVacation Bible School “G Force”
SPREADINGTHE WORD
June / July 2017
This year’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) theme is “G Force” and it will be presented June 19-23 from 9am-12:15pm each day.
“We want to help kids put their faith into action through word, music and service,” explained Jenny Haas, who is co-directing this year’s VBS with April Conard.
VBS is open to children ages 3-1/2 (turning 4 by Dec. 31 and potty trained) to those entering 5th grade in the
fall. Pick up a registration form in the church office or at the Orange Express check-in desk.
Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Volunteer all five days or whenever you can! Can’t volunteer? Serve as a prayer partner and pray for God’s guiding hand to be upon the lives touched by this wonderful ministry.
Some supplies are still needed. Donate plastic lids of any kind and anything animal related for the Humane Society! Questions? Contact Jenny Haas [email protected] or 317-385-0444 or April Conard [email protected] 317-773-2500, ext. 214.
Noblesville First UMC 4NFUMC [email protected] 317.773.2500 2051 Monument Street, Noblesville IN 46060
RUMMAGE SALE Volunteer, Donate, Shop! — page 3
“We want to help
kids put their faith into
action through word,
music and service.” — Jenny Haas
WEB & EMAIL
addresses are
hot-linked. Just
click them!
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FROM PASTOR JERRY’S DESK [email protected]
Are you a leader/ influencer?
You may not think of yourself as a leader but if you influence people in any way then you are a leader even if it is your children and spouse. I believe one of the greatest resources we have at Noblesville First is a wealth of people with leadership experience. It might also be one of our most untapped resources. We already have many people who lead formally and informally specialized groups and Bible Studies. But we believe many of these ministries have become siloed, working independently. What if we could develop a process that gets our leaders together from time to time for inspiration, communication and encouragement. What if church
Noblesville. As a strategic partner, we have secured a special rate of $99 for anyone who registers with our promo code. The Leadership Summit will feature a world-class faculty, including Sheryl Sandberg, CEO of Facebook, Marcus Lemonis, star of CNBC’s The Profit and CEO of Camping World, and Angela Duckworth, author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance among others.
This is a crossover conference that is sponsored by the Willow Creek Association and held at Willow Creek Christian Church. The content will apply to your personal lives but is also great if you manage persons in the workplace. It is a unique blend of vision, inspiration and practical skills you can apply immediately. If you have any further questions contact Jenell Hadley [email protected] or myself at [email protected].
Your servant in Christ,Rev. Jerry Rairdon
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August issue: July 20
initiatives were communicated first to our influencers who can then help interpret our work to the rest of the congregation? What if they could give input on where and how to develop even more places for people to grow spiritually? What if our hospitality team and staff had an even better handle on the strengths of each group to more easily refer our newest worshippers?
These dreams are some of what is motivating us to fulfill the Leadership Development task found in our Ministry Action Plan from the FCJ Evaluation. We are taking two steps to begin this effort. First, we are holding two gatherings of our leaders (only need to attend one) on Sunday June 11 from 2-3pm and Wednesday June 14 from 7:30-8:30pm. We will share more detail about this leadership development effort.
The second step is to encourage everyone to take advantage of the incredible experience of the Leadership Summit to be held August 10-11 right here in
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Come and join us at Teter for Thursday Worship every Thursday in July. We’ll meet at 6:30pm under the pavillion. We’ll worship, share a pitch-in meal and if you can join us before or after we’ll work on the farm as well. We hope to see you out there!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR JULY
Thursday Worship is on the move!
Mission field spotlightNoblesville Main StreetNoblesville Main Street emerged as one of our mission fields during the Fruitful Congregation Journey process, as we prayerfully focused on what was important to our church and community.
All who enjoy singing are invited to attend
THE CHANCEL CHOIR RETREAT
Saturday, August 19 9:30am to 3pm
Anderson University Choral Rehearsal Room
If you’re reorganizing, cleaning closets or de-cluttering, put your unused items to work for a good cause at
the United Methodist Women (UMW) Rummage Sale!
DONATION DROP OFFSUN, JUN 11, 1-5pmMON, JUN 12, 9am-4pmTUE, JUN 13, 9-11am No items accepted after 11am.
SHOPPINGWED, JUN 14, 3-7pmTHU, JUN 15, 3-7pmFRI, JUN 16, 8am-noon
RUMMAGE SALEVolunteer, donate, shop!
VOLUNTEERSVolunteers are needed for drop off times and sale times. Sign up at the information kiosks.
Questions? Want to volunteer? Contact Janet Roberts 317-773-0436
or Marianne Jacobi 317-773-3112.
All proceeds benefit the United Methodist Women and the many projects they support.
One of the things agreed upon was the fact that the small town feel of Noblesville was important even as it continues to grow and expand. The downtown square and its activities are part of what we love about our community and we wanted to see how we as a congregation could help support their mission as well as our own.
In the past year we have partnered with Noblesville Main Street by becoming members and supporting their events with volunteers and participants! As you know this year we have also become members of the Farmers Market with booth space 51 featuring plants, vegetables, and honey from Teter Organic Farm.
In 2017 there are over 40 events sponsored by Noblesville Main Street! If you are interested in being involved in these events please contact Jenell Hadley [email protected]! Our next opportunity to volunteer and participate is the 4th of July parade where we will have an entry in the parade and provide volunteers to stage the parade.
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CIRCLE REPORTSEsther Circle will NOT meet in the summer. Please join us in the fall.
Lydia Circle will meet on June 20 at 6:30pm at Teter Organic Farm to do some work. We will NOT meet in July.
Grace Circle will NOT meet in June & July. Please watch for our August planning meeting.
United Methodist WomenAnita Beck [email protected]
Priscilla Circle will NOT meet in June & July. Enjoy the summer.
Rebekah Circle will be moving their June meeting to Monday, June 12 to help with the set-up of the Rummage Sale. We will NOT meet in July.
Ruth Circle will meet on Sunday, June 18 at 5pm at Teter Organic Farm to meet the chickens up close & personal. The July meeting will be Sunday the 16th at 5pm at Teter for garden & harvest maintenance.
Susannah Circle will be contacting their members with summer plans.
For more information about
UMW circles, contact Anita Beck
or 317-773-1430.
“Dress a Girl Around the World” (DAG) is a Campaign under Hope 4 Women International, a 501(c) 3 nondenomina-tional independent Christian organiza-tion bringing dignity to women around the world since 2006.
“We dream of a world in which every girl has at least one new dress.
We want girls to know that they are worthy and respected, and that they are loved by God.”
Since 2011, the UMW has sent over 2,000 dresses to this orga-nization for distribution throughout the world. In turn DAG has delivered over 300,000 dresses to 81 countries including
the United States, Canada, Cambodia, Haiti, Guatemala and the Philippines. To continue this effort we need your help!
We have patterns, fabric, thread, bias tape and elastic needed for the dresses. What is missing are the seamstresses!
There are many places in the world where this dress will be the only new dress they have in their life time. What if that dress was made by YOU?
Want to get involved? Contact Margaret Roberts, 317-773-1771 or [email protected].
UMW Love Gifts
Seamstresses neededDress a Girl Around the World
Like many of those unnamed people of the Bible, most of us today will remain unnamed in the history books. As God called our biblical heroes to a life of faith, so God also calls us. A Love Gift is a donation to Missions through Metro Ministries given in honor and appreciation for works of the heart. This year the United Methodist Women voted to thank and honor the Visitation Communion Team. They provide such love and care in delivering Communion to the home bound and to those in Care Facilities.
A donation was sent in honor of: COLEEN ALBRIGHT, VIVIAN BATCHELDER, MARY BURNS, PAM CAMMACK, SARAH CLELLAND, STEPHANIE AND TOM DICK, BRENDA EICK, BARB FOGARTY, MELISSA AND GREGORY GOAD, MARILYN HENSLEY,VICKIE HOBBS, JAN HOWELL, DONNA IRWIN, BETH LIVELY, BRUCE MCMAHON, JANE MEATS, DUKE MILLER, JEAN MORRIS, SANDY SPATTA and RON STOLTZ.
Bags, Baskets & BlessingsThe Basket Committee is in need of items for sports baskets for their upcoming fundraiser, i.e. Colts, Pacers, Noblesville, IU, Purdue, etc. Groups are encouraged to work together and get items for a basket (minimum of seven items is needed). We also need new or like new purses and totes. Thank you for your continued support!
Elderberries Bible StudyThe Elderberries Thursday Bible Study will continue with their James Moore study, “God Takes A Little and Makes It Much”. It will continue throughout the summer this year! The next study will be a James Moore study as
well, entitled (and get this!) “I Hear Voices and That’s A Good Thing!”
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Elderberries Senior MinistryDick Judson 317- [email protected]
Thoughts on The Rocks men’s group will meet on Thursday June 8 and July 13 at 6pm at the South Harbor Clubhouse in Noblesville. Come and enjoy great conversation, dinner, fun, and watch a game.
Join us for a light breakfast on June 3 and July 8, 8-9:30am at Teter Family Retreat as we explore Journeys with the Messiah and discuss modern day relevance of the centuries old messages of Jesus in contemporary settings using the photography of Michael Belk. See 1st Century Jesus interacting with 21st Century Wall Street executives, high rollers, and people of all walks of life through the compelling photographs.
Watch for details about a Habitat for Humanity projects in the coming weeks!
Are you in need of assistance from our Care Ministry Teams? Your church family would like to help you transition through your unexpected and ongoing life challenges.
Use our new email address ... [email protected] ... to let us know what we can specifically do for you. Or visit NoblesvilleFirst.com and click “Care Request” under the Care drop-down menu to fill out a request online. Carol Miller and Pastor Dick Judson will receive these requests directly and treat them confidentially.
From prayer before surgery, to meals, visitation, Stephen Minister assistance, support groups, prayer quilts and more, we are available to answer your needs. We want to walk beside you to aid in your journey through difficult times. Contact us as we are anxious to be part of your support team.
Interested in serving on the Care Ministries Team?We have tasks and ministries for almost any interest or ability. From hospital visits, home visits and nursing home visits to home communion, phone calls and meal delivery, to flower ministry, prayer cards and note card ministry. There’s something for everyone!
For more information, contact Carol Miller at [email protected] or call the church office 317-773-2500.
Parish Care CoordinatorCarol Miller 773-2500, ext. 202 [email protected]
Pastoral Care PastorDick Judson (cell) 317-385-2745 773-2500, ext. [email protected]
“Thoughts on the Rocks” Men’s MinistryJerry Montag [email protected] Judson [email protected]
Carol Getch retirementAfter 20 years of dedicated and faithful service as the Preschool Director and 12 years as the Director of Children’s Ministry, Carol Getch chose to retire at the end of the preschool year on May 16. Please watch for details of how we will honor her years of wonderful service to our children and families. Carol’s husband Rick, has also retired from his position as the Special Projects Coordinator. They will both be greatly missed!
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Plant Sale, volunteers, chickens & more!Last week we had our spring Plant Sale Fundraiser. Over 150 people showed up to buy plants for their patios and gardens. Thank you to our volunteers for helping to make for a fun and successful day! To date, we have had over 500 volunteer hours logged this year on all sorts of projects, including planting, seeding, weeding, mowing, mulching, and trail clearing. Maple Glen Elementary School’s garden club visited the farm for a field trip, and we have donated plants for Hamilton County three school gardens.
There are fun volunteer opportunities for all ages and skill levels, so
Fall enrollmentFall enrollment is still open and accepting new students. Please spread the word to your family, friends and neighbors. Our teachers represent over a hundred years of teaching experience and will lovingly prepare your children for Kindergarten. To schedule a tour, call the church office at 317-773-2500 or email [email protected]. Enrollment forms can be found at the information desks and near the nursery.
Coming next month ...Watch for a new column featuring members of the Preschool staff, as well as Sunday School teachers and Nursery caregivers!
Noblesville Methodist Preschool & Parents Day [email protected]
if you are thinking about getting involved contact Pastor Aaron Hobbs ahobbs@teterorganicfarm.
com. We have regular volunteer times Tuesdays
10am-noon and 6-8pm, as well as Thursdays 10am-noon. Our new Farm Manager Jonah Tabb is usually on the farm, so if there is a time that works better for you, just let us know!
Tara Hamashuk, who is entering 9th
The Plant Sale fundraiser has raised $6,000 to support the farm’s mission to end food insecurity in Hamilton County.
Children’s MinistryAaron Hobbs 773-2500, ext. [email protected] Conard 773-2500, ext. [email protected]
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Middle & High School Student MinistryTom Shriver [email protected] 773-2500, ext. 216Jenell Hadley [email protected] 773-2500, ext. 204
Sunshine Friends
Youth Group on Wednesdays for the summerWe’re changing things up this summer! Middle AND High School Youth Group will meet on Wednesday nights. Middle School is from 6:30-8pm (as normal) and High School is from 7-8:30pm. Our numbers typically go down a bit in the summer due to vacations and busy schedules, so this is a fun way to combine both groups and get to know each other a bit! Here is what our Wednesday night schedule will look like:
6:30-7:00pm Middle School lesson7:00-8:00pm Game time and snack (Middle School & High School together)
8:00-8:30pm High School Lesson
Sunshine Friends, the church’s monthly special needs ministry, will take the summer off and meet again on September 11. I would like to show my gratitude to the church for its support of our program. I would like to thank our pastors and all of the church staff for making sure that we have everything that we need. I would like to thank Rick Getch for our wonderful newsletters, Kathy Tomes for the beautiful articles in the church newsletter, Brandon Ridge for setting up our tables, and especially the Mission Committee for funding our program. The most important part of any program is the people who donate their time to keep everything running smoothly and this group is the BEST: Doug Hales, Pam Moore, Larry Wagner, Kindra Baker, Jean and Dale Morris, Charlotte Dix, Sandy Spatta, Nancy Mills, Verona Cook, Jodi and Ali Martz, Victor and Thelma Harber, Jenny Upton, Pam Vernon, Ron and Linda Williamson, Beth Lively, Eileen Decker, Kathy Tomes, Kate Baker, Mary Baker, Wendy Lawrence, Lora Kinyon, Virginia Sutton, Megan Lunn, Jenna Halbert, any other youth volunteers (and a special hug to anyone I forgot). All volunteers will meet on August 14 for a planning meeting and new volunteers are always welcome! Sunshine Friends ChairmanAnita Beck
Summer Celebration Pulled Pork Dinner June 9Come and support two great youth organizations ... Noblesville Millers Football and the Vine Student Ministries! The Summer Celebration Pulled Pork Dinner will be held Friday June 9 5-8pm in Celebration Hall. Details at ... www.noblesvillefirst.com/summercelebration
4th of July ParadeAll who are interested are invited to walk or ride in the parade with the church float! The parade starts at 4:30pm. Meet at 2:30pm outside the Vine to decorate.
NOTE: No youth group Wednesday, July 5. Enjoy the holiday weekend!
Middle School Mission Trip July 8-14Our Middle School Youth Group will be going to Chicago for our Mission Trip. We will be partnering with a Chinese church to do work at a Spanish church! We’re excited to run VBS for some kiddos and expand our culture a bit. We’ll also have some fun in Chicago. The deadline is past, but we can still fit some more people on the trip if you’re interested. Incoming 6th graders are welcome to join us for this awesome experience!
Kings Island July 19Middle and High School students are invited for our summer Kings Island trip. Go to noblesvillefirst.com/studentministry for more information and to sign up.
INCOMING 6TH GRADERS are welcome to join us beginning June 7.
OUTGOING SENIORS can stay with us through the summer!
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Staff spotlightBrooke CrumJoining the church staff in 2013 as Connect First Coordinator, Brooke Crum’s natural gift for hospi-tality has welcomed countless visitors, guests and new members.Brooke was led to ministry by a desire to help bring people to church and show them that everyone is welcome and each of us belongs even if our past is not perfect. “I love talking to people and making new friends. I love to show everyone that they are special and important and each of us has gifts to share. It is fun for me and it never feels like a ‘job.’”In 2015, Brooke shifted to full-time, adding the role of Office Manager to her plate. “I love my role as the office manager because I like things to run smoothly and efficiently, and my office manager role meshes nicely with hospitality. So much of what I do helps to keep the building safe and running, and hopefully smelling and looking fabulous.” (Brooke is in charge of building fragrance ;-)The most challenging part of my job is not being able to get everything accomplished for this place that I would like to. The most challenging part of my role as Connect First Coordinator is probably when someone comes through our doors and doesn’t feel like we have what they are looking for and leaves without giving us a chance to help find connections for them.Brooke has a son Lawson, a daughter Lillie and four dogs Rudy, Fern, Stella & Cinder. In her spare time, she enjoys shopping, reading, sewing, Pinterest projects, watching her kids swim & walking dogs.
This month’s featured book is Journey with J.W. by Daphna Flegal.
Elementary school-aged children will ride through Methodist history with John Wesley and the early Methodists. Children will learn about our Methodist heritage and how it has shaped us as people of faith, how God inspired John Wesley and other early leaders in the church.
Are you interested in topics that affect the world today? Want to
exchange ideas with others who enjoy reading? Then the UMW
reading program is for you! Book titles, available in the church library, are chosen by the UMW Conference and cover missions, leadership, community and social action.
Readers who choose to follow a reading plan can earn a Certificate of
Recognition from the UMW Conference.
UMW reading program
Is your picture in “the Square”?
Family Night at TeterThe Young(ish) Adults are hosting a summer evening of fun at Teter Organic Farm! This family friendly event will take place on Saturday June 3 from 5-8pm. We’ll work on a small farm project, play kick ball, eat pizza and have a camp fire with s’mores. Drinks will be provided. RSVP to Sarah Gaspary at [email protected]
The new church database and online community, called the Square, is a great tool for Noblesville First as it continues to grow and create disciples for Christ. Having your picture in the Square will help others get to know you (and remember your name).
Before you begin, be sure you’re using the device (computer, smartphone or tablet) where your picture is stored. Go to www.NoblesvilleFirst.com and click on The Square. Then choose SIGN UP or LOG IN. Once logged in, your name will appear in the upper right
corner. Click that and choose Edit Profile. Under your name, click Choose File. Locate the picture file and click Open. Then click the Save button at the bottom of that dialog box. And you’re in!
For the second year, Noblesville First will be serving lunches to school age children (K-12th grade) who might otherwise not have a healthy lunch when school isn’t in session.
Each Monday at noon, from June 5 thru July 24, any child who stops by Wesley Hall (enter Door #7) will receive a hot lunch and be able to pack four brown bag lunches for the rest of the week!
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Help support the jail ministryThere is currently a need for volunteers to reach out to our community and serve our Lord at the Hamilton County Jail.
Training will take place on Monday June 5 from 7-9pm, at New Beginnings Baptist Church, 772 N. 10th Street, Noblesville.
Ministry at the jail will take place in a six-week session on Mondays 7:30-10pm beginning June 19.
Questions? Contact Stacy Corwin at [email protected] or 317-459-1503.
Dine-to-Donate on June 15 at Jim Dandy’s 4pm to close to benefit the jail ministry.
Thank you to each of the Kids Hope USA mentors, substitutes and prayer partners who have so faithfully supported this program at White River Elementary this year.
The commitment of each of these servants of Christ has made the difference in the life of an at-risk student here in our community. Thank you to Julie Hiday, Jane Meats, Sharon McMahon, Coleen Albright, Gale Sherwood, Linda Carl, Jeanne Sherman, Marcia Stolz, Janet McDonald, Beth Lively, Lorraine Hoover, Ronnie Emrick, Brook Crum, Don Gustafson, Kathy Suzo, Carol Reid, Dale Morris, Bill Busch, Brent Balkema, Bill Dix, Loi Mileham, Jenell Hadley, Tom Shriver, Meg Tomlin, Phil Tomlin, Aileen Totty, Janet Guyer, Ron Stolz, Dorothy Williams, Keith Beesley, Mary Beth Evers, Karen Parker, Chris Balkema, Mimi Perry, Vicki Hobbs, Anita Rush Taylor, Thelma Harber, Leslie McIntosh, Bruce McMahon, Linda Freeman, and Tom Davies.
Please pray for our students over the summer and also, please prayerfully consider if God might be leading you to become a part of the Kids Hope USA program in the fall.
Jean MorrisDirector of KHUSA at NFUMC
How can you help? We’re accepting donations of thinwich sandwich bread, condiments for ham & turkey sandwiches, peanut butter, honey and pre-packaged, individual serving fruit cups, frozen Uncrust-able sandwiches, cookies, crackers,
pudding & Jell-o. All items can be dropped off in the church office.
Questions? Contact Faith Richman at 317-773-2500 or email [email protected]
Chicken Noodle Dinner thank youWe would like to thank our chefs, Devon Nichols and Mike Cowart for the excellent food served at the UMW Chicken N’ Noodle Dinner. Your time and expertise is appreciated. We would also like to thank the many volunteers who made the dinner a success.
Nancy Huff, Leslie Byrne & Lydia Circle
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Sign up for Pastor Jerry’s weekly emailVisit http://tinyurl.com/jp7m8tn to sign up.
Be part of the next Stephen Minister training class!Time is running out! Our next series of Stephen Ministry classes runs Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm from June 6 to September 26. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to grow in faith, develop stronger relational skills, and bring Christ’s love into the lives of hurting people. To be part of this class, you will need to fill out the Stephen Minister application, then we’ll schedule a time you can meet with a couple of our Stephen Leaders. You can learn more about the training and we can learn more about you. If you have any questions, talk with one of our Stephen Ministry Leaders: Sally Kenley, Barb Shepard or Keith Beesley.
Worship opportunitiesTHU 6:30pm Thursday Worship in the Vine, relaxed mid-week worship for all ages.
SUN 8:15am Outdoor Worship atTeter Family Retreat, 10980 East 221st StreetNoblesville.
SUN 9:30am Celebration HallChancel Choir, Holy Communion - first Sunday of the month, and classes & childcare for all ages.
SUN 11am SanctuaryPraise Street Band, communion weekly, interactive prayer time, Exit 11 children’s ministry & childcare in the nursery.
Kroger purchases haveearned $2,643 to date!Connect your Kroger Plus Card with Noblesville First! You’ll earn donations for the church every time you shop. Visit www.Kroger.com/CommunityRewards to enroll. Our Non-Profit Organization (NPO) number is: 45853.
Online church calendar
Visit www.noblesvillefirst.com > About > Calendar. There you’ll find details on upcoming events and activities!
Miss a sermon? Watch or listen from:
1) the sermon archive at www.NoblesvilleFirst.com/sermons, 2) your favorite podcast app ... search
“Noblesville First” or 3) on the church app. Search
“Noblesville First” from the AppStore or GooglePlay.
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Thank you notesThank you for attending Janus’s annual Create, Connect & Commit Fundraising Breakfast and for the church’s generous donation of $2,000 ...As you heard the testimony of several parents who spoke at the breakfast, I think you came to appreciate the important role Janus plays not only in the lives of the program participants, but also in the far larger circle of their families and support teams ... Janus continuously strives to find our clients new employment options and life experience choices. We are only able to do that because of your kindness and generosity. Thank you for caring,Christina Sorensen, President/CEODebbie Laird, SVP of Development
Additional thank
you notes are
posted on the
information kiosks.
To the congregation of the Noblesville First UMC,Thank you for your bra donation and financial support. Your donations are helping sex trafficking survivors across the globe gain financial independence and true freedom. Free the Girls Volunteer,Terri
To my Noblesville First church family,I am feeling overwhelmed and blessed by such an outpouring of love and support from everyone! Thank you to Pastor Dick and Carol Miller for coming to the hospital to pray with me before surgery. For the beautiful prayer quilt, tulips and all the cards! For the offer of meals and especially the prayers! My progress has been amazing -- my therapist’s words, not mine! God is good!Sincerely,Tish King
for donations to local food pantries, the Noblesville Farmers’ Market, and for our weekly Community Supported Agriculture subscription program.
Come visit us at booth 51 at the Noblesville Farmers’ Market every Saturday from 8 am - Noon at the Federal Hill Commons. We will have vegetables grown right here at Teter farm and local raw honey.
grade has been hard at work on her chicken coop project for her Girl Scout gold badge. Very soon, the 10 hens will arrive at Teter, and the eggs will be used for Dinner’s On Us and for local food pantries.
We have lots of vegetables in the ground, including broccoli, arugula, lettuce, kale, collards, cucumbers, zucchini, tomatoes and more! These will be harvested
Teter Organic Farm (continued from page 6)
Troop 101 brought nine boys to Camp Belzer for a weekend of competition and fun at Spring Camporee. The group won 2nd place for First Aid, 2nd Place for Blind-Fold Tent Set up, 3rd Place for Plants and Animals Identification, 3rd place for experience patrol, tied for 3rd for Overall Troop and 1st place the Senior Patrol Leader competition.
Boy Scouts Troop 101New Order of the Arrow (OA) members include ... Scouts: Graham
Bailey, Ryan Blackmore, Nate Cook, Tristian
Kuiper, Dawson Reprogle, Max Shepard, Max Snyder, Paul Stage, Billy Stansfield,
Owen Vogelgesang & Jackson Von Blon.
Adults: Bill Desmarais, Trudy Long & Todd VonBlon. Upcoming ordeals for Order of the Arrow include Camp Kikthawenund, Camp Belzer and Camp Krietenstein.
2051 Monument Street
NoblesvilleIndiana46060
PASTOR Jerry [email protected]
PASTOR Aaron [email protected]
PASTOR Dick [email protected]
Prayer tips: Let his love set us free by Beth Lively
Study and ponder these verses this summer and take the time to read them in their entirety.
2 Timothy 1:7 God didn’t give us a spirit that is timid but one that is powerful ...
Philippians 4:6-7 Don’t be anxious about anything ...
Galatians 5:22-23 ... the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, and self-control ...
1 Corinthians 13:7 Love puts up with all things, trusts in all things, hopes for all things, endures all things.
My mind is a master storyteller crafting wide panoramic feature films of everything I process, and so is yours.
Feelings color every frame—some lovely and vivid, some the scratchy crayon scribbles of a toddler, some even terrifying, because in our feelings, we are many people—everyone we’ve always, ever been—that’s why emotions may enrich us, but our soul rooted in God through Jesus Christ must lead us.
Only His unconditional love will guide us in truth, the one that sets us free. See, that FREEDOM never meant free of the world, but ALWAYS free from the tangle of our many “selves.” Freedom from getting caught, trapped in our own emotions.
Simple idea—unconditional love—takes a moment to hear, but a lifetime to understand. The next two months will bring many opportunities among family and friends, for study, prayer, and practice of God’s unconditional love. Enjoy!
Noblesville First UMC 4NFUMC [email protected] 317.773.2500 2051 Monument Street, Noblesville IN 46060
