Enjoy FELLOWSHIP, FUN and FOOD at our annual Neighborhood BBQ, Friday, August 28, at 5PM. We are inviting our neighborhood as well as the Stanwood/Camano communities. We'll furnish hamburgers and hot dogs. Come and enjoy salads, casseroles and desserts prepared by our members. Special features of the evening will be a display of Classic Cars, along with music. Any questions?? Phone 360 629 9555 or 360 387 7681. (We are prepared for rain or shine!)
Friday, August 21, 2009
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Softball Game Monday Night
Our third game of the season will be Monday night, 7/6, at 6pm at Heritage Park on Field 1. Please come and cheer us on. If you're playing please be there by 5:30pm. Questions? Call Ed Johnson at 360-572-4585 or email at sodatown@gmail.com.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Consecration Sunday Is Coming November 23, 2008
Congregations that approach financial stewardship from a biblical perspective do not view the money Christians give to their church merely as a way to pay its bills. Rather, such congregations see financial contributions as a way to help people grow spiritually in their relationship with God by supporting their church’s mission and ministry with a percentage of their incomes.
Our congregation’s finance committee has selected the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship Program as a way to teach the biblical and spiritual principles of generous giving in our stewardship education emphasis this year.
New Consecration Sunday is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the giver to give for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the church to receive. Instead of treating people like members of a social club who should pay dues, we will treat people like followers of Jesus Christ who want to give unselfishly as an act of discipleship. New Consecration Sunday encourages people toward proportionate and systematic giving in response to the question, “What percentage of my income is God calling me to give?” During morning worship on Consecration Sunday, we are asking our attendees and members to make their financial commitments to our church’s missionary, benevolent, and educational ministries in this community and around the world.
Every attendee and member who completes an Estimate of Giving Card does so voluntarily by attending morning worship on Consecration Sunday. We urge people to attend who feel strongly opposed to completing a card. The procedure is done in such a way that no one feels personal embarrassment if he or she chooses not to fill out a card.
We will do no home solicitation to ask people to complete cards. During morning worship our guest leader will conduct a brief period of instruction and inspiration, climaxed by members making their commitments as a confidential act of worship.
We will encourage participation in Consecration Sunday events through the Finance Committee and Administrative Council members. Since we will make no follow-up visits to ask people to complete their cards, we will make every effort to inform, inspire and commit everyone to attend Consecration Sunday worship.
Thanks in advance for your enthusiastic participation in Consecration Sunday events.
Wayne Mouat,
Administrative Council Chairperson
Our congregation’s finance committee has selected the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship Program as a way to teach the biblical and spiritual principles of generous giving in our stewardship education emphasis this year.
New Consecration Sunday is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the giver to give for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the church to receive. Instead of treating people like members of a social club who should pay dues, we will treat people like followers of Jesus Christ who want to give unselfishly as an act of discipleship. New Consecration Sunday encourages people toward proportionate and systematic giving in response to the question, “What percentage of my income is God calling me to give?” During morning worship on Consecration Sunday, we are asking our attendees and members to make their financial commitments to our church’s missionary, benevolent, and educational ministries in this community and around the world.
Every attendee and member who completes an Estimate of Giving Card does so voluntarily by attending morning worship on Consecration Sunday. We urge people to attend who feel strongly opposed to completing a card. The procedure is done in such a way that no one feels personal embarrassment if he or she chooses not to fill out a card.
We will do no home solicitation to ask people to complete cards. During morning worship our guest leader will conduct a brief period of instruction and inspiration, climaxed by members making their commitments as a confidential act of worship.
We will encourage participation in Consecration Sunday events through the Finance Committee and Administrative Council members. Since we will make no follow-up visits to ask people to complete their cards, we will make every effort to inform, inspire and commit everyone to attend Consecration Sunday worship.
Thanks in advance for your enthusiastic participation in Consecration Sunday events.
Wayne Mouat,
Administrative Council Chairperson
Thursday, September 11, 2008
YOUTH DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Reports to: Pastor, Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee
Requirements:
1. Commitment to Christ and the Church -- United Methodist background is preferable.
Experience and articulate a sense of call to youth ministry.
2. Have a good background in general Christian theology and principles. Know the basics of, and have enthusiasm for, the Bible and its relevance to daily living. A preference will be given to an applicant who has a degree pertinent to youth ministry.
3. Love working with youth and have appreciation for each youth as an individual.
4. Show flexibility and tolerance for those of other religious backgrounds, including non-Christian faiths, and those who have no religious background at all.
5. A minimum 4 years experience in youth ministry. Workweek is an average of 20 hours per
week.
6. Good organizational skills in working with volunteers, staff and participants. Demonstrate
good leadership, management and problem-solving skills.
7. Ability to recruit, train and motivate volunteers.
8. Ability to work and communicate with people of all dispositions and temperament.
9. Ability to work with middle and high school age youth.
10. Ability to teach United Methodist curricula.
11. Knowledge of ethical, health and safety standards involving youth. Must attend pertinent Conference training events for church personnel, e.g. sexual misconduct workshops.
12. Ability to make learning and activities fun for the youth. Have an enthusiasm for youth and
youth ministry.
Programs and Ministries
1. Coordinate all youth programs of the church for middle and senior high age levels. Personally interact with both volunteers and youth.
2. Promote program events and opportunities in the weekly bulletin, Messenger Newsletter, local media and other advertising venues as appropriate. Provide full information at least a month in advance, if possible.
3. Attend monthly Youth Ministries Team and Administrative Council meetings. Develop a communications link with all other teams and committees.
4. Meet with Youth Ministries Team to identify measurable goals for each year. Activity, attendance and participation goals will be included.
5. Prepare Youth Ministries Budget and coordinate youth fund-raising activities.
6. Perform other youth, education and program-related tasks as requested by the Pastor and committees.
7. Work with the Pastor in planning and conducting worship services when the youth are involved.
8. Supervised by, and report to the Pastor. Meet at the Pastor’s discretion for staff meetings.
9. Facilitate both Senior High and Middle School UMYF group meetings. Recruit and train volunteer support leaders. Provide them with curriculum ideas and resources. Develop strong support from parents and other adults in congregation.
10. Plan and publicize youth fellowship, outreach, music and mission programs. Promote
National, Conference and District UMYF programs and events.
11.Develop appropriate relationships with each youth.
12.Integrate a quarterly theme into opportunities for mission, special events, and performing arts for the youth fellowship.
13. Become familiar with, and implement the Youth Ministries Vision Statement.
14. Maintain and update health histories of all youths, including first time guests going to events off of church property. Get parental releases for all off-church activities.
Volunteers
1. Assist Youth Ministry Team in recruiting, training and formally recognizing volunteers who work in the church's educational programs.
2. Train, coordinate and empower volunteers in planning, promoting and conducting church youth activities. A partial list includes: Youth Sunday School classes and study groups, Confirmation Classes, Youth Worship Services, Service Projects, Graduate Recognition.
3. Use standard procedures, including State Patrol checks, for all persons working with youth.
Last revised 8/1/2008
Requirements:
1. Commitment to Christ and the Church -- United Methodist background is preferable.
Experience and articulate a sense of call to youth ministry.
2. Have a good background in general Christian theology and principles. Know the basics of, and have enthusiasm for, the Bible and its relevance to daily living. A preference will be given to an applicant who has a degree pertinent to youth ministry.
3. Love working with youth and have appreciation for each youth as an individual.
4. Show flexibility and tolerance for those of other religious backgrounds, including non-Christian faiths, and those who have no religious background at all.
5. A minimum 4 years experience in youth ministry. Workweek is an average of 20 hours per
week.
6. Good organizational skills in working with volunteers, staff and participants. Demonstrate
good leadership, management and problem-solving skills.
7. Ability to recruit, train and motivate volunteers.
8. Ability to work and communicate with people of all dispositions and temperament.
9. Ability to work with middle and high school age youth.
10. Ability to teach United Methodist curricula.
11. Knowledge of ethical, health and safety standards involving youth. Must attend pertinent Conference training events for church personnel, e.g. sexual misconduct workshops.
12. Ability to make learning and activities fun for the youth. Have an enthusiasm for youth and
youth ministry.
Programs and Ministries
1. Coordinate all youth programs of the church for middle and senior high age levels. Personally interact with both volunteers and youth.
2. Promote program events and opportunities in the weekly bulletin, Messenger Newsletter, local media and other advertising venues as appropriate. Provide full information at least a month in advance, if possible.
3. Attend monthly Youth Ministries Team and Administrative Council meetings. Develop a communications link with all other teams and committees.
4. Meet with Youth Ministries Team to identify measurable goals for each year. Activity, attendance and participation goals will be included.
5. Prepare Youth Ministries Budget and coordinate youth fund-raising activities.
6. Perform other youth, education and program-related tasks as requested by the Pastor and committees.
7. Work with the Pastor in planning and conducting worship services when the youth are involved.
8. Supervised by, and report to the Pastor. Meet at the Pastor’s discretion for staff meetings.
9. Facilitate both Senior High and Middle School UMYF group meetings. Recruit and train volunteer support leaders. Provide them with curriculum ideas and resources. Develop strong support from parents and other adults in congregation.
10. Plan and publicize youth fellowship, outreach, music and mission programs. Promote
National, Conference and District UMYF programs and events.
11.Develop appropriate relationships with each youth.
12.Integrate a quarterly theme into opportunities for mission, special events, and performing arts for the youth fellowship.
13. Become familiar with, and implement the Youth Ministries Vision Statement.
14. Maintain and update health histories of all youths, including first time guests going to events off of church property. Get parental releases for all off-church activities.
Volunteers
1. Assist Youth Ministry Team in recruiting, training and formally recognizing volunteers who work in the church's educational programs.
2. Train, coordinate and empower volunteers in planning, promoting and conducting church youth activities. A partial list includes: Youth Sunday School classes and study groups, Confirmation Classes, Youth Worship Services, Service Projects, Graduate Recognition.
3. Use standard procedures, including State Patrol checks, for all persons working with youth.
Last revised 8/1/2008
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Choir Rehearsals Resume
Before the singing begins, celebrate the beginning of a new season of glorious music with a potluck on August 23rd at 2PM at Mary Munson’s home. RSVP by August 17th. The first choir practice will be Wednesday, August 27th at 7:30 PM.
Silver Sages Annual Picnic
Who: Silver Sages-anyone over 55
What: Annual Picnic
When: Thursday, August 21 at 10:45AM
Where: Wesley Hall
Cost: $5 per person
Speaker: From Beach Watchers
Why: To have fun and fellowship
Menu: Fried Chicken Picnic
RSVP: To Elaine Hilde at 387-5624
What: Annual Picnic
When: Thursday, August 21 at 10:45AM
Where: Wesley Hall
Cost: $5 per person
Speaker: From Beach Watchers
Why: To have fun and fellowship
Menu: Fried Chicken Picnic
RSVP: To Elaine Hilde at 387-5624
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
YOUTH DANCE COMING SOON!
The Starlight Sound Youth Dance and Lock-In will be held here July 12 with the dance starting at 8PM and featuring a Starlight Sound DJ. We need chaperones for the dance and/or overnight lock-in. Cost for the dance will be $4.50 with a can of food, without, $5.00. Cost for the lock-in will be $8.50 with a can of food, $9.00 without. All canned goods will be donated to the local food bank. RSVP to Kristina Wiederhold at 360-303-1553 or to the church office by July 8.
The dance is open to grades 6-12 and graduating seniors are welcome also.
There will be another planning meeting Sunday, July 6 at 5:30 PM.
The dance is open to grades 6-12 and graduating seniors are welcome also.
There will be another planning meeting Sunday, July 6 at 5:30 PM.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Cooperative School of Christian Mission
There will be only one school this year, at Central WA. University in Ellensburg, June 11-14. Register before June 20 and save! Pick two comprehensive studies out of the following three areas:
Spiritual Growth—I Believe in Jesus (all School study), led by Dr. Ronald Hines.
Social Issues—Giving Our Hearts Away: Native American Survival(elective), led by Barry Moffett, JaNet Crouse, and Alicia Coleman-Clark.
Geographic Focus-Israel/Palestine (elective), led by Paul Graves & Mark Wendle
Spiritual Growth—I Believe in Jesus (all School study), led by Dr. Ronald Hines.
Social Issues—Giving Our Hearts Away: Native American Survival(elective), led by Barry Moffett, JaNet Crouse, and Alicia Coleman-Clark.
Geographic Focus-Israel/Palestine (elective), led by Paul Graves & Mark Wendle
Annual Dinner Meeting and Farewell
June 1st at 5PM at Snohomish UMC, enjoy a wonderful dinner and take care of the business activities of the District. Cost is $10 per person. We will also be saying a fond farewell to Edsel Goldson. You may register by calling Merri in the District Office, 425-267-9010, or emailing psdistumc@aol.com. Deadline is May 27 for registration.
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