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JAN 13, 2021
SCOTT UMC NEWS Staying Connected
Are you Taking the
COVID Vaccine?
The vaccine to prevent the coronavirus
disease 2019 (COVID-19) is perhaps the
best hope for ending the pandemic. But so
many are afraid to take it.
As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
begins authorizing emergency use
of COVID-19 vaccines, you likely have
many questions and concerns.
The Mayo Clinic published this article –
which is a little long – but it offers great
advice that we will share with you:
What are the benefits of getting a COVID-
19 vaccine?
COVID-19 can cause severe medical
complications and lead to death in some
people. There is no way to know
how COVID-19 will affect you. If you
get COVID-19, you could spread the
disease to family, friends and others around you.
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine – which is free - can help protect you by creating an
antibody response in your body without your having to become sick with COVID-19.
A COVID-19 vaccine might prevent you from getting COVID-19. Or, if you get COVID-
19, the vaccine might keep you from becoming seriously ill or from developing serious
complications. Getting vaccinated also might help protect people around you
from COVID-19, particularly people at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
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More about the Vaccine
What COVID-19 vaccines have been approved and how do they work?
Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine
The FDA has given emergency use authorization to the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-
19 vaccine. Data has shown that the vaccine starts working soon after the first dose and
has an efficacy rate of 95% seven days after the second dose. This means that about
95% of people who get the vaccine are protected from becoming seriously ill with the
virus. This vaccine is for people age 16 and older. It requires two injections given 21
days apart.
Moderna vaccine
The FDA has given emergency use authorization to the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
Data has shown that the vaccine has an efficacy rate of 94.1%. This vaccine is for
people age 18 and older. This vaccine requires two injections given 28 days apart.
Both the Pfizer/BioNTech and the Moderna COVID-19 vaccines use messenger RNA
(mRNA). Coronaviruses have a spike-like structure on their surface called an S
protein. COVID-19 mRNA vaccines give cells instructions for how to make a harmless
piece of an S protein. After vaccination, cells begin making the protein pieces and
displaying them on cell surfaces. Your immune system will recognize that the protein
doesn't belong there and begin building an immune response and making antibodies.
Can a COVID-19 vaccine give you
COVID-19?
No. The COVID-19 vaccines currently
being developed in the U.S. don't use the
live virus that causes COVID-19. Keep in
mind that it will take a few weeks for your
body to build immunity after getting
a COVID-19 vaccination. As a result, it's
possible that you could become infected
with the virus that causes COVID-19 just before or after being vaccinated.
What are the possible side effects of a COVID-19 vaccine?
A COVID-19 vaccine can cause mild side effects after the first or second dose,
including: pain, redness or swelling where the shot was given, fever, fatigue, headache,
muscle pain, chills, joint pain.
You'll likely be monitored for 15 minutes after getting a COVID-19 vaccine to see if you
have an immediate reaction. Most side effects happen within the first three days after
vaccination and typically last only one to two days.
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The COVID-19 vaccine may cause side effects similar to signs and symptoms
of COVID-19. If you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 and you develop symptoms more
than three days after getting vaccinated or the symptoms last more than two days, self-
isolate and get tested.
How are the COVID-19 vaccines being distributed?
Due to limited supplies, not everyone will be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine right away.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is a U.S. federal advisory
group made up of medical and public health experts. The ACIP has recommended that
in the first phase of vaccination in the U.S., COVID-19 vaccines should be given to
health care personnel and adult residents of long-term care facilities.
The ACIP has also recommended that the next group to get a vaccine in the U.S.
should include people age 75 and older and frontline essential workers, such as first
responders, teachers and public transit and grocery store workers.
The third priority group recommended to get the vaccine in the U.S. includes people
ages 65 to 74, people ages 16 to 64 who are at high risk of severe COVID-19 due to
underlying medical conditions and all other essential workers, such as those working in
food service and construction. Examples of underlying medical conditions include type 2
diabetes and severe obesity.
Is there anyone who should not get a COVID-19 vaccine?
There is no COVID-19 vaccine yet for children under age 16. Several companies have
begun enrolling children as young as age 12 in COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials. Studies
including younger children will begin soon.
COVID-19 vaccination might not be recommended for people with certain health
conditions. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about getting the vaccine.
Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine even if I've already had COVID-19?
Getting COVID-19 might offer some natural protection or immunity from reinfection with
the virus that causes COVID-19. But it's not clear how long this protection lasts.
Because reinfection is possible and COVID-19 can cause severe medical
complications, it's recommended that people who have already had COVID-19 get
a COVID-19 vaccine. If you’ve had COVID-19, wait until 90 days after your diagnosis to
get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Can I stop taking safety precautions after getting a COVID-19 vaccine?
The short answer is no. Continue all precautions.
African Americans in Marion County are about 21 percent of COVID cases.
To get a vaccine, register for it by going here: ISDH - Novel Coronavirus: Vaccine Information
and Planning
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Focus on Church Family
Browns Join Media Ministry
Rodney and his wife Raquel have
agreed to work in our Media Ministry.
Rodney is being trained on the sound
board and Raquel will help with video
production and live streaming.
The Browns joined Scott UMC last
fall, and both have been eager to
become active.
Both Rodney and Raquel have
degrees from Crossroads Bible
College.
They have eight children and 10 grandchildren.
Rodney, 61, is a musician. He plays piano and guitar. His hobbies are writing and
spending time with the grandchildren. “We also love studying the word. We do that
every morning faithfully,” Rodney said.
Rodney is a native Hoosier. He graduated from Arlington High School and went into the Navy. He worked at Chrysler. The couple recently returned to Indianapolis after spending time in Georgia. Raquel, who turns 48 on Jan. 29, is interested in becoming a lay speaker and plans to begin training soon. The couple lives on the Far Eastside.
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Human Relations Day Sunday
Human Relations Day is this Sunday, and it falls each year the Sunday before Martin
Luther King Jr. Day.
It is one of several special Sundays observed by the United Methodist Church.
On Human Relations Day, we join other UMC congregations in a special offering to support neighborhood ministries through Community Developers, community advocacy through United Methodist Voluntary Services and work with at-risk youth through the Youth Offender Rehabilitation Programs.
In recognizing Human Relations Day, we are called to make an impact in communities where people struggle because they do not have the tools or resources to reach their God-given potential. Our gifts are part of building beloved community through faith-based volunteer programs, community developers and programs that work with at-risk teens.
Give today!
This fund is administered by The General Board of Global Ministries and The General Board of Church and Society. – Cynthia Akers, Reporter.
Pray for Our Family
Please keep Betty Stokes in prayer. She is seriously ill. Her sister, Rhoda Tunstell, said Betty, who is 84, is a fighter. She is in Community North. Betty has been a member of Scott most of her life. A pianist, she was formerly Scott’s choir director. She moved to Atlanta where she worked
several years before returning to Indianapolis.
Debra Young is recovering from hand surgery. Get better Debra! We’re praying for you.
If you know of any Scott family members who want or need prayer because of illness, injury or for any
reason, please call the church office.
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New Briefs
Conference Superintendent assigned to the North Central District
Rev. Saneta Maiko will be assigned to serve the North Central District. “He will be in
familiar territory and will be engaged in work with the Operations Team and laity and
clergy of the North Central District,” said Bishop Trimble.
“His skills as a researcher and commitment to clergy health will be value added to our
continued work on dismantling racism and Children Matter Most.”
The district includes churches in Carmel, Fishers, Anderson, Noblesville, Pendleton and Kokomo.
Metro Ministries Welcomes New Board Directors
The following people are new members to Metro Ministries, Inc.'s Board of Directors:
• Rev. Michael Gant • Craig Guhl • Sunil Kotian • Jeanette Moody • Marsha Petry • Emily Reynolds
Assistance for Those Affected by Job Loss
Below are links to resources that may be of value to our participants regarding Unemployment Insurance. Please read and share.
Updated FAQs: https://www.in.gov/dwd/indiana-unemployment/individuals/faqs/ Information page on Continued Assistance Act: https://www.in.gov/dwd/indiana-unemployment/continued-assistance-act/ Notices to Claimants on Continued Assistance Act: https://www.in.gov/dwd/files/Notices-to-Claimants-for-the-Continued-Assistance-Act.pdf
Year-End Reports Due Feb. 15
Year-End Reports are due Feb. 15 to the INUMC. Information for the reports should come from chairs of
our Trustee, Finance and Membership teams, among others. A worksheet will be emailed to all officers
required to complete the forms. The information should be submitted through the Conference’s GCFA
system at ezra.gcfa.org.
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STAFF/PASTOR-PARISH RELATIONS TRAINING
The 2021 Staff/Pastor-Parish Relations Training (S/PPRC) Sessions will be held by INUMC on ZOOM this
month and during February.
Each session is an independent session, and all clergy, S/PPRC Chairs, S/PPRC Members, and Church
Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend one of these sessions (all times are Eastern
Standard Time):
Saturday, January 30 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Sunday, January 31 3:00 - 5:00 PM; Saturday, February 6
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
The training will be held on ZOOM. Go to Zoom Meeting ID: 937 710 6582 or call in by dialing 888-788
0099.
Church Council Meeting Thursday
The Church Council will hold a special meeting focused on church finances and other concerns at 7 p.m.
Thursday at the church and on Zoom.
To attend the meeting by Zoom, go to Meeting No. 548 856 1244 – which is the same room where we
hold weekly services and bible study.
Please remember to wish the following people a Happy Birthday!
Jan. 10 – Garrett Williams Jan. 28 – Mary Thomas Jan. 29 – Raquel Brown Jan. 31 – Rodney Yowell
If your birthday is not listed, it is because we do not have it. Please call the church office and provide your information, or email it to: [email protected]
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WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Noon Bible Study
Bible Study is every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. and will meet at the church. Study will
also be broadcast on Zoom and Facebook Live. Join Bible Study on Zoom using Meeting ID No.
548 856 1244, or go to James C. Anyike’s Facebook page to participate on Facebook Live.
Life Lesson
Life Lesson begins at 10 a.m. every Sunday prior to our worship service with a sermonette from
a lay or ministerial person sharing an important life lesson. Class is interactive. Life Lesson will
meet at the church. Life Lesson will be broadcast on Zoom and Facebook Live.
Join Life Lesson in Zoom using Meeting ID No. 548 856 1244.
Prayer Meeting
Our weekly prayer meeting, led by Rev. Henry Carter, is on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the church and on Zoom. Beginning next month, the gathering will
also be seen on Facebook Live the first Sunday of each month. You can join in by Zoom at 6 p.m. every Wednesday by going to Meeting ID – 879 3474 4846.
Join on Facebook by going to James C. Anyike’s Facebook page.
Monday’s prayer meeting is on Facebook Live at 8 a.m. each Monday.
Project W.I.N.G.S
How are you in this moment in time? This is a question asked each week during Project W.I.N.G.S. gatherings held each Thursday at 7 p.m. Plan to join this Thursday on Zoom. Josh Jordan facilitates this week and will talk about building resilience.
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BLACK-OWNED AND OPERATED
Trash2Treasures Affirmations of Light
Trash2Treasures Affirmations of Light offers customized prayer/memory box, candle holder or
decorative glasses. Consider gifting someone struggling with mental or emotional illness, or in
honor of a loved one’s memory. Contact TaMara at 317-656-9684 or email
[email protected]. Each item is unique and one of a kind. You can also donate an item to
Trash2Treasures Affirmations of Light instead of throwing it away or bring in an item of your
choice to turn your trash into treasure for you or someone you love.
The 703 Gallery for the Arts, Inc.
The 703 Gallery offers prayer calendars, cards and books that are handmade. Owner Eleyes Reeves has designed a 2021 calendar. Order it now. To order, call Eleyes Reeves at 317-
495-3531. Or you may email Eleyes at [email protected].
Dymond’s Fashion Boutique
Looking for fabulous designer purses, eyelashes and other accessories? Call Dymond Pryor, young entrepreneur and
great businesswoman at 317-486-3199.
Wonderfully Made Boutique
Wonderfully made is located at the Irvington Flea Market, 6301 East Washington Street. She
operates from Booth 29 and provides professional sewing service and superior quality in clothing.
Call Sister CiCi at 317-985-2696.
Divine Minds Childcare
Michelle Perry’s Divine Minds Childcare provides excellent childcare services for children six
weeks to 12 years old. Located at 705 Ketcham Street in the Haughville area, childcare is
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provided Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 317-636-
0636.
Dant Insurance Agency
Need any type of insurance, such as life insurance, auto insurance or home insurance. Call Ken
Lewis. Ken is an independent insurance agent, representing numerous individuals and over 30
different specialty companies. Call Ken at 317-783-3303, ext.305, or email
Soul Liberation Radio
Have a business you want to promote? Interested in supporting a radio talk show that heals,
empowers and informs the Black community? Soul Liberation Radio is looking for supporters
and advertisers. The show, hosted by Dr. James C. Anyike, is broadcast live every Sunday
starting at 9 p.m. on radio station 1310-AM and 92.7 FM. Topics discussed cover a variety of
subjects of importance to the community.
Want to advertise your business?
Call the church or email your information to [email protected]. All
businesses listed here are operated/owned by members of Scott United
Methodist Church.
Tithes and Offerings
It is important to continue giving your tithes and offerings.
Bring or send your tithes and offerings today.
You may mail your offering to the church: 2153 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., Indianapolis, IN
46202.
Drop off your offering at the church office or place it in an envelope and put it into the mail slot,
which is located on the west side of the building near the fence around the cooling units.
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ONLINE GIVING
Givelify
To go to Scott UMC’s page, open this link by holding down the Ctrl key and clicking:
https://www.givelify.com/givenow/1.0/MjkyMzM=/selection
Zelle
Zelle is an online application. Most banks and credit unions already use Zelle. Just go to your
bank link, find the Zelle application on your bank site, and open it. When asked to whom you
want to send money, enter Scott UMC’s address, which is [email protected]. You can
give what you want and complete the transaction. If you want to learn more about Zelle, go to
this link: https://www.zellepay.com/how-it-works .
Cash App
Scott UMC’s name on Cash App is $ScottUMCIndy.
If you have an iPhone, use this link to sign up for Cash App:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cash-app/id711923939
If you have an Android cellphone, use this link to sign up for Cash App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.squareup.cash&hl=en_US
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2153 Andrew J. Brown Avenue • Indianapolis, IN 46202 • 317-925-1997 •
[email protected] Dr. James C. Anyike, Lead Servant/Pastor • 317-529-3768 • [email protected]
