ARMA/GRACE
UNITED METHODISTCHURCH
DECEMBER2016 NEWSLETTER
9:30 am Worship Service -- Grace
11:00 am Worship Service – Arma
Church School – following Children’s Moment -- Arma
COME WORSHIP WITH US!!!
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Pastor Keunsik Lee’s Contact Information:620-347-8336 (office)
P. O. Box 489862-246-5846 (cell)
Arma, KS
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Notes from the Pastor
23 "Look, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel," which means, "God is with us." (Matthew1:23NRS)
This month is Advent season. Advent is the period preceding the Christmas season. What does it mean, the word “Advent” is derived from the Latin word adventus, the meaning of whichis “coming.” During the Advent season, Christians prepare for the celebration of the baby Jesus.
Moreover, the meaning of Advent presents a new beginning as God’s people wait for the return of Christ within the glory and in hope. On the other hand, if you are waiting for something to happen in your life, probably, nothing will happen because you don’t take the initiative and action. During Advent season, we can begin a new journey or a new life. We have to move one step first and then another step would be following. Please, look at Jesus Christ. He shows us what he made. We have to start something and carry it out for our lovely family, friends and neighbors with love and peace. But, the something that should be present is faith, love, and hope. It is the direction of the new beginning and of our lives. As we are Christians, let us take the first step with love and grace.
Blessings
Keunsik Lee
GRACE NEWS
We would like to wish the following people a Happy Birthday!! Hope your day is Great!
Dec 3 Debbie Grisolano
Dec 16 Della McDaniel
Dec 21 Royce Taylor
Dec 29 Earl Trahan
Dec 29 Justin Brown
SPECIAL EVENTS IN DECEMBER
Christmas Eve Service will be at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 24th. We will have a candlelight service that will include communion as we conclude our preparation for the celebration of Christmas Day. Make plans to attend this special service.
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WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMINDER
Although we hope to have worship every Sunday during this winter, there may be mornings when the weather may not allow us to meet. Again this winter on mornings when ice or snow may limit our ability to travel safely, I will call the Chairpersons of the Administrative Counsels at 7:30 a.m. to make a decision on whether we should have worship that morning. Once that decision is made, we call the cancellation hot line at KOAM-TV (Channel 7 on cable) and Fox 14 TV (Channel 14) to notify you if we will hold services. I will also place a message on the church answering machine at Arma UMC (620-347-8336) that will notify you whether we will hold services.
PASTOR’S OFFICE HOURS
Tuesdays, 9:00 – 1:00 pm at Arma UMC
Thursdays, 9:00 – 1:00 pm at Grace UMC
Pastor Lee also ministers as a chaplain at
Mercy Hospital in Ft. Scott on Wednesday mornings
ARMA NEWS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov 27Advent Begins
Dec 4Cantata at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 6:00p.m.
Dec 11U.M.W. Cookie Sale after church
Dec 14Administrative Board meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Dec 16U.M.W. meeting
Dec 24Christmas Eve children activities at 8:00 p.m.
Dec 24Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 9:00 p.m.
DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Dec 1Morgan BrownDec 15Dick Cleland
Dec 2T.J. BakerDec 15Sydney Webb
Dec 7Daniel HoferDec 17Zach Garrison
Dec 9McCarly MasonDec 21Alan Yarnell
Dec 9Nadine ComleyDec 23 Joe Hartzfeld
Dec 10Sarah CowanDec 24Dana Shaffer
Dec 10Sara LeeDec 29Hilary Unruh
Dec 11Terri HarrisDec 31Jill Minneman
Dec 15Clare Garrett
DECEMBER GREETERS READERSADVENT READERS
Dec 4Ray & Linda Vail Agnes DoueAlan & Linda Roberts
Dec 11Phil & June Harris Roger DoueJill & Blake Goodwin
Dec 18Brian & Jill Goodwin YouthSheri Pyle & Susan Robinson
Dec 24Susan & Sally Herrell
Dec 25Susan Robinson Alan Roberts
U.M.W.
The U.M.W. met November 18th for lunch at the All American Grill. Our next meeting is December 16th.
The U.M.W. annual fundraiser will be a cookie sale December 11th after Church Services. The prices are $5.00/dozen;$3.00/one half dozen and $1.50 for 3 cookies.
HISTORIAN UPDATE
Phil Harris, Church Historian, has been collecting historic pictures from church events and then organizing them in picture albums. He needs help identifying the people in the pictures. The albums will be on the table in the Narthex. Please take the time to peruse them and to place a sticky note over a picture of someone you know. Thank you!
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The coins for November were designated for Christmas baskets with the December coins designated for Benevolences. Thank you to everyone who helped with the chicken noodle carryout. The net profit was $622 and was deposited in the general fund.
Special Holiday Offering Cards Enclosed – Enclosed with your newsletter is an envelope for a special Christmas offering. Please return the envelope to the appropriate
Church – your consideration is appreciated.
United Methodist ChurchU.S. POSTAGE PAID
Arma/GraceARMA, KS 66762
P. O. Box 489PERMIT 6
Arma, KS 66712-0489NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
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SPECIAL EVENTS DURING THE CHRISTMAS SEASON
Community Christmas Cantata
Everyone is welcome to help celebrate the birth of Christ through the music of the Community Christmas Cantata “Morning Star”. It is going to be held this year at the St. Joseph Catholic Church on December 6 at 6:00 p.m. Be sure to come and support our church and community choir as we are very fortunate to have so many talented singers and instrumentalists donating their time to this project. Refreshments will be served in the church hall following the performance.
One of the important features of the Cantata is that the collection from that event goes toward providing holiday baskets for area families in need – and the need is even greater this year. Come early to be sure you get a great seat and a festive start to the Christmas Season!
Christmas Eve Services Scheduled
Christmas Eve Service at the Grace United Methodist Church is scheduled for
6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 24th.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at the Arma United Methodist Church follows at 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 24th.
JOYOUS WISHES FOR A PEACEFUL HOLIDAY SEASON!