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Making disciples of Jesus that transform the world." Inside This Issue:
Pastors Letter
Youth Schedule
Because We Are
Family . . .
Small Groups
Bob Evans Day
Greene Street
United Methodist Church
415 W. Greene Street,
Piqua, Ohio 45356
(937) 773-5313
Fax (937) 773-5397
www.greenestreetumc.org
Pastor Kenneth A. Stewart
Greene Street's 40th Christmas Market is history. Another successful
event was held on October 11. The 2012 Market was under the
direction of the Administrative Board. Members of the Administrative
Board— Adele Penrod, Donna DeBrosse and Brett Marrs—formed a
leadership team to assure each area of the market was covered.
Proceeds for 2012 are estimated to be about $6,400.00 The
division of proceeds will be discussed and approved at the next Ad
Board meeting.
Greene Street Market signs were distributed. Please return
your sign to Greene Street for use again next year.
Special thanks is extended to all who stepped forward
and provided leadership in specific areas. There was great
fellowship, great food and lots of smiles. Watch for information
about next year!!! Want to help plan—call Adele or Donna for more
information.
Pans of hamloaf are still available—
$8.00 / pan of 4 !!
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New Website Unveiled
At the reading of this article, Greene Street’s new website, www.greenestreetumc.org , has officially
launched! This project consumed many hours of hard work by dedicated staff and volunteers who provided
content, pictures, finances, and editorial suggestions to pull it off. We are pleased to offer this resource
to you, and are excited about how this tool will help us live out our mission to make disciples for the trans-
formation of the world!
A church website often provides a visitor’s first impression, and we hope we have captured the spirit and
essence of Greene Street. We hope that as you invite others to join us in worship, you will provide this
website address to neighbors, friends and coworkers. This could be a helpful, nonthreatening tool to reach
others and draw them to Christ.
The launch of this website is a way to welcome those who don’t know us or the God we serve. The website
will serve as a way in which we practice radical hospitality to our neighbors, surrounding communities, and
the world. We pray that those who find our website would be compelled by the Spirit of God and drawn to
Him. Let us be prepared to extend a hearty welcome to any and all who would dare to join us some Sun-
day after being intrigued by what they have experienced on our website.
Not only will this website assist us as we reach out into the community, but it will also serve as a conven-
ient place to find information about what’s going on in the life of the church. A calendar will help us re-
member dates, times and locations of everything from special events to regular meetings. There is a page
with links to recent The Chimes newsletter publications. There is a link where audio/video recordings are
available to view past worship services. There is an extensive section with links dedicated to our daycare
and preschool. We have made it as convenient as ever to keep current with Greene Street, whether you’re
in Piqua or halfway around the world.
We will continue honing this resource and taking your suggestions in order to maximize its effectiveness.
Feel free to surf around and tell us what’s missing, what can be done better, and what we may want to
leave out. Thanks for helping us in the process.
Indeed, I am thankful God allows us to join Him in the great work He is doing to transform the world. We
all have a vital role to play in this great, amazing story God continues writing with our lives. So let’s join
together in bringing God glory in everything we do, for as 1 Peter 4:11 says: “If anyone speaks, he should
do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God pro-
vides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power
forever and ever. Amen!‖
With Great Thanksgiving,
Kenneth A. Stewart, Pastor
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GROUNDZero
Fall/Winter Calendar
2012-2013
DATE HAPPENING OF THE EVENING TIME___ November 4 Leave It At The Door (guest speaker) 6-8:30pm November 11 Release wk: 2 – Forgiveness 6:8:30pm November 18 Release wk: 3 – Forgiveness 6:8:30pm November 25 No GroundZero (Thanksgiving weekend) N/A December 2 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm December 9 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm December 16 Christmas Party 6-8:30pm December 23 No GroundZero (Christmas) N/A December 30 No GroundZero (Christmas) N/A January 6 New Year Kickoff 6-8:30pm January 13 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm January 20 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm January 27 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm February 3 SuperBowl Party TBA February 10 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm February 17 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm *February 21-23 Fuel Youth Pastor’s Training TBA February 24 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm March 3 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm March 10 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm March 17 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm March 24 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm March 31 No GroundZero (Easter) N/A April 5-6 Acquire The Fire – Muncie, IN TBA *April 7 No GroundZero (ATF) N/A April 14 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm April 21 Normal GroundZero 6-8:30pm
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Nov. 25th at 4:00 pm.
The Worship Committee cordially invites church members to the annual Hanging of the Greens. Within an hour the many willing hands decorate the
sanctuary, narthex, and entryways. It is amazing to see the transformation. Bring the whole family; children will have fun activities with Mrs. Jenny (Sweetman). To celebrate the beginning of the Advent
Season, ALL church members are invited to join in the chili supper beginning at 5:15 p.m. Chili and fixings and beverages will be provided by the Worship
Committee. Please join us.
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King David, a man after God's own heart, wrote "Let them praise His name with dancing. Let them make music to Him with harps and tambourines." Psalms 149:3.
My prayer for this church is that God would use our gifts to bring us closer to Him. Worship should be about praising and glorifying God with humble hearts, not pleasing each other or ourselves. I can't wait to see all the exciting things God has planned for His church! We are so privileged to be in the presence of God and to experience the joy of our Lord with every breath He gives us!
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Choir Dates for the month of November: 11/14- Practice at 7:30pm 11/18- Practice at 10:00am 11/25– Practice at 10:00am and sing for 10:30am Worship Service 11/28– Practice at 7:30pm
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Phil Reimer
Christmas Gift Bags
We will be preparing 100 Christmas gift
bags for children of the families who use
our food pantry. Each bag will have pencils, pens,
coloring book, crayons, a notebook, and various
small toys. We could use the following:
Pencils Pens Small books & puzzles Stuffed toys Winter hats & gloves Small balls Yo-yos Small flashlights w/batteries Any small cars
These have been well received in the past. Help us
to brighten their Christmas.
Class Closest to Heaven
Ye Olde Kitchen Shoppe
The Food and Hunger Issues Committee wishes to
thank those who donated gently used items, who
bought from the Shoppe, and who worked during the
Christmas Market. The following people helped to
make this a success: Diane Collette, Bea Jones, Dea
Davis, Colleen Fry, Peg Luby, Kay Hardman, Dottie
Goater, Shirley Sanders, Terry Fry, and Joan Beck.
Food for Thought
The Food Pantry continues to need your donations of
food and cash. The number of families who came to
the pantry during the month of August was 241. In
September there were 215 persons. Everyone may
have 10 items and so this means over 2,000 items per
month. We appreciate whatever you can share with
the Food Pantry.
Because We Are Family . . .
Greene Street Church Family - Virginia Gross, Betty Gary, Blair Elliott, Mary-Jo Morgan, Helen Enos, Rene Clark, Rachel Castle, JoJo Marrs, Bella Reimer
Friends and Family of Greene Street—Mike Jess, Peach Jess, Gail Wilson (Stilwell), Charleen Perry (Perry), Ella Gail McPeak (Ringer)
Military - Jed Cooper, Kristopher Palsgrove, Andy Pearson (Hudson/Carter), and Jay Via (Williamson)
1 Pierce Bennett Jed Cooper 2 Tina Elliott Cathy Oliver Sammy Ruiz 3 Blair Elliott 4 Ashlee Larger 5 Melissa Bennett 8 Jim Christy 10 Megan Kline 11 Hillary Fry 13 Marge Trimmer 14 Cecily Stewart Grady Stewart Allison Wagner 15 Dick Callison Roger Hale
16 Sally Ellis Carol Hepler 17 Samantha Slusher 18 Cortney Henry 20 Chris Vosler 21 Miranda Sweetman 22 Pam Brown Jason Jones Jim Otey 24 George Sweetman 26 Carol Cain 27 Molly Hudson Cecil Stewart 29 Linda Carter Shania Kenworthy
OUR SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO:
Marilyn Marratta and family upon the death of her husband Ralph on October 6, 2012.
Jenni Piatt and family upon the death of her fiancée Shane Hardin on October 7, 2012.
CONGRATULATION EXTENDED TO:
Jeff Hall and Diana Partin, who were married October 13 here at Greene Street.
Kaitlin and Brett Peterman upon the birth of their twins, Kallie Marie and Blaine Elton on October 9, 2012. Proud Grandparents are Jeanne and Tom Ringer.
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3 Don and Ruthanne Ruffner
4 Doug and Marj Stilwell
21 Dan and Kathy Califf
23 Darrell and Lisa Seas
28 Mick and Charlene Robinette
Prayer List Alteration As a way of keeping our published prayer list focused and fresh, we will be removing the names of those who have been added to our bulletin after one month. If you would like to keep a loved one on our published list longer than one month, please contact the office or submit a new request. The names of those who are homebound, residing in healthcare facilities, or serving in the military will not be removed and are not subject to a one-month listing. Thank you for the opportunity to intercede on behalf of those in need of prayer!
Nursing Homes
Sterling House Barbara Heater Garbry Ridge Doris Penrod
Barbara Minton Heartland
Bill Alexander
Dorothy Love
Ruth Brush Van Wert Manor John Moorman Spring Meade
Evelyn Wheeler Martha Fraley
Kentucky Alvena Thornton
Hospitalized Since Last Month: Brett Marrs, Kris Brown
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Dear Friends and Family of Greene Street,
Thanks for the lovely altar flowers. I put them in the front so all could enjoy. They lasted for more than a week.
Thanks so much,
Barbara Heater
Greene St. U. M. C.,
Thank you so much for the loaf of pumpkin bread I received when I visited Sept. 2, 2012. The bread was so tasty; my complements to the bakers. I got to meet the new pastor and family; it was a meaningful service. I pray your congregation keeps growing. Blessings to all!
Sincerely,
Nancy Dunnick, (Donna DeBrosse’s Mom)
Greene Street Church,
Thank you for your generous donation to the Munch Bunch Back Pack Program. Your donation will be used to put food in 263 bags to be distributed to at-risk children in K-6th grade in the Piqua City Schools.
We appreciated your support. If anyone would like to volunteer to pack bags, please contact me 937-638-2774.
Becky Smith
Greene Street Family,
Thank you for the prayers and concerns.
Betty Gary
Dedications
October 7, 2012 The Altar Flowers are given by
Chuck and Nancy Woods in celebration of 40 Years of the Christmas Market.
October 14, 2012
The Altar Flowers are from the wedding uniting Jeff Hall and Diana Partin.
October 21, 2012
THE ALTAR FLOWERS are given in honor of the 29th birthday of Amy Kathryn Penrod celebrated October 24 and the anniversary of her baptism on November 6.
October 28, 2012
THE ALTAR FLOWERS are given in celebration of Charlie Williams Vosler’s 1st Birthday on October 28, 2012.
Thank You
If you have received altar flowers,
please return the vases when you have
finished enjoying them. You may also
call the church office (773-5313) to
arrange a pick up time.
December 7, 2012
6-8 p.m.
Take a stroll in our Bethlehem village where
you will interact with shopkeepers and others coming for the census. This will be the 4th year
for ―Night in Bethlehem‖. There will be crafts and other hands-on activities for the children and young-at-heart. This is a family-centered event
and all are welcome!.
*** See Jenny in the church office for
opportunities to help.
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In Memory of Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta Ralph Marratta
Contributions to the Greene Street Permanent Endowment Fund through memorial gifts
guarantees the permanence and presence of the church in the community. By giving to the fund a commitment is made to a legacy that
future generations can celebrate. These gifts were given to the Permanent
Endowment fund by the following:
From Mitchell & Kathleen Pedroff
Greg & Bonnie Trissell Jim & Sherry Heath
Eleanor Roberts James Holfinger Family
Merlin & Kathy Funderburg Peter & Phyllis Skomorowsky
Richard Anglin Jan Koon
Terri & Wendell Marratta Michael & Cornelia Tinker
Chuck Alexander Mary Catherine Grimes
Dan & Kathy Califf Donna Myers and Family
Marlyn Stewart
Permanent Endowment
Daycare News
November is a good time to remember what you are thankful for and we are thankful for the space you so gracelessly share with us. The Daycare/Preschool will be having the great hunger race again this year. If you have any extra can goods or items for the food pantry please consider giving them to a room to be counted. The winning room will win a cupcake party. Hoping everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving. Debbie Frazier, Director
November Information
United Methodist Men Calling all men! The United
Methodist Men will meet November 17, 2012 at 8 a.m.
The program will be from Hospice of Miami County. Come
for breakfast and fellowship.
Mom’s Club Mom’s Club will meet on
November 14th at 6:00 p.m. Bring your favorite ―fast and
easy‖ recipe to share. If anyone is interested in helping with the meal, contact the church office.
Ladies Afternoon Circle Ladies Afternoon Circle will
meet Tuesday, November 13 at 1:30 p.m. in the Parlor. Ladies
please join us!
Children’s Church November 4
No Children’s Church
November 11 Jenny Sweetman
November 18 Joyce Paldino
November 25 Joyce Ellerman
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October Bucket (9/23-10/7) total is $270.40 for Christmas Shoebox
Ministry.
Bucket Money for October and November
Buckets for Food Pantry (Oct 14-Oct 28) and November for Springcreek Outreach
Ministry. Holiday season will present some opportunities to help Springcreek students
and Families.
Looking ahead!! The Food and
Hunger Team will be selling
the Elder-Beerman Community
Days Coupons November 9-10.
For $5, you receive the
coupon book and the Food
Pantry receives your $5. See
a member of the Food and
Hunger Team in the narthex.
Fair Trade
Order forms for fair trade coffee
are now available in the narthex.
If there is someone on your
Christmas list who loves coffee or
has a passion for global justice,
these products might be the
perfect gift!
Orders are due on Sunday, November 4.
Greene Street Café
Volunteers are needed to staff
the Café. Sign up in the narthex
for a time that would be best
for you to donate your time.
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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Blessing of Shoebox Ministry
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1:30 p.m. Ladies Circle
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6:00 p.m. Mom’s Club 7:30 p.m.
Choir
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8 a.m. UMM Breakfast
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10:00 a.m. Choir Practice
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Office Closed
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Office Closed
Bob Evans Day
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25
10:00 a.m.
Choir Practice
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Newsletter Folding 9 a.m.
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Unless otherwise stated . . .
Sunday Schedules 8 a.m. Worship 9:15 a.m. Church School 10:30 a.m. Worship 6 p.m. Ch. 5 Rebroadcast
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415 W. Greene Street Piqua, Ohio 45356-2198
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