"Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world."

January 9, 2011

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
January 9, 2011

WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
Van Horne – 9:00 A.M. Sun
Norway – 10:15 A.M. Sun
Elberon – 4:00 P.M. Mon


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Shirley Pender (B), Dick Werner (VH), Ferne Schlarbaum (VH), Kinley Zittergruen, Marshall Freeman (B), Shirley Miller (B), Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Springville - Pastor John Keizer

THIS WEEK:

Sunday:
PUMPT 4 Christ (HS youth) @ Salem - 6:00 P.M. (note time change)

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon - 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:00 A.M.
*Coffee Study @ 106 Cherry St., Van Horne
9:30 A.M.
*Making cards for "Cards of Peace" @ Salem - 6:30 P.M.
*2011 Organization Meeting @ Blairstown - 7:00 P.M.

Thursday:
*2011 Organization Meeting @ Elberon - 7:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men's Breakfast @ Salem - 7:00 A.M.

REMember this week:
Bernice Papesh (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)


FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH

BENTON CO. – boxed meals or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Canned fruit/juice or your choice.

COMING UP:
Cowboy Church, Sunday, Dec. 16, 6:30-7:30 P.M. @ Keystone Turner Hall Red Room. Y'all come and hear Doc Roy and Big Slim. Also, the music of Doug Page.

OTHER THINGS:

Meeting Date Corrections:

The 2011 Organization Meeting @ Norway will be Wed., Jan. 19 at 7:00 P.M.
The 2011 Organization Meeting @ Salem will be Wed., Jan. 26 at 7:00 P.M.

2010 Attendance Reports need to be turned in to the parish office. Thanks.

Thanks to all that contributed to the Mitten Tree at the Salem Church. Items collected were: 1 sweat pant, 1 scarf-mitten-hat set, 30 mittens/gloves, 20 hats, 23 socks, 3 little girls panties. _Dorcas Circle

Norway Sr. Dining meets at noon every Thursday at St. Michael's. The meals are brought in to be served by volunteers from three churches: St. Michael's, Trinity Lutheran and Norway United Methodist. A donation of $3.00 is suggested. Please place a call to Bill Brockschink (227-7331) Barb Hastings (227-7504) or Susie Hahn (227-7841). Please call to reserve by 7:45 a.m. on the day you plan to eat.

December 26, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
December 26, 2010



WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
Van Horne – 9:00 A.M. Sun
Norway – 10:15 A.M. Sun
Elberon – 4:00 P.M. Mon


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Dick Werner (VH), Ferne Schlarbaum (VH), Jeff & Chelsea Zittergruen, Marshall Freeman (B), Dwayne Christiansen (E), Keith Burmeister (E), Shirley Miller (B), Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), East Central District
Condolences to: The Ervern Nekola family


THIS WEEK:

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:00 A.M.
*Coffee Study @ 106 Cherry St., Van Horne
9:30 A.M.

Saturday:
*Happy New Year!!!

REMember this week:
Glenn Kaloupek (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)


FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH

BENTON CO. – boxed meals or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring pasta/pasta sauces or your choice.


OTHER THINGS:

Norway Sr. Dining meets at noon every Thursday at St. Michael's. The meals are brought in to be served by volunteers from three churches: St. Michael's, Trinity Lutheran and Norway United Methodist. A donation of $3.00 is suggested. Please place a call to Bill Brockschink (227-7331) Barb Hastings (227-7504) or Susie Hahn (227-7841). Please call to reserve by 7:45 a.m. on the day you plan to eat.

December 5, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of December 5, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Sunday:
*PUMPT 4 Christ (High School Youth) meet @ Salem at 1 P.M. for Angel Tree shopping.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*Making school kit bags & prayer shawls @
Elberon – 6:30 P.M.

Tuesday:
*Advent After-school @ Norway – 3:30 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:00 A.M.
*Coffee Study @ 106 Cherry St., Van Horne
9:30 A.M.
*Making cards for “Cards of Peace” @ Salem
6:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Parish Caroling, next Sunday, Dec. 12 at Keystone Care Center
Will sing from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and then head back to the Norway church for chili/ beef soup with all the trimmings. If you wish, you may bring some thing to share. In the past, children and youth have been very popular visitors, so invite friends and family to join us.

Children’s Christmas Program @ Salem
next Sunday during regular 10:14 A.M. worship. Soup following.

Norway worshipers: In cleaning out several outdated editions of hymnals were found. If you or a family member would like one or more, They are on the table in the narthex until Sunday, December 19. They will then be given to an organization which can use them.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. – boxed meals or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring pasta/pasta sauces or your choice.

Remember:
Karen Wiese (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Keith Burmeister (E), Shirley Miller (B), Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Comanche, St. Mark’s – Pastor Donald Batz

OTHER THINGS
Norway Sr. Dining meets at noon every Thursday at St. Michael's. The meals are brought in to be served by volunteers from three churches: St. Michael's, Trinity Lutheran and Norway United Methodist. A donation of $3.00 is suggested. Please place a call to Bill Brockschink (227-7331) Barb Hastings (227-7504) or Susie Hahn (227-7841). Please call to reserve by 7:45 a.m. on the day you plan to eat

November 28, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of November 28, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Sunday:
*UM Student Day Special Offering – please
place your offering in the envelope provided
or eartag your check and place with your
regular offering.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Tuesday:
*Advent After-school @ Norway – 3:30 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:00 A.M.
*Coffee Study @ 106 Cherry St., Van Horne
9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation @ Salem
3:30 P.M.
*Dorcas Circle @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.

Thursday:
*DeWall Circle @ Salem – Christmas Potluck
@ Noon

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Norway worshippers: In cleaning out some old hymnals were found. If you or any of your family would like one they will be on the table in the narthex. Please pick one up before Dec. 19 as they will be donated elsewhere after then.

Norway Senior Dining every Thursday at St. Michaels Church. Suggested donation is $3.00. Please contact Barb Hastings by 7:45 A.M. On the day that you would like a meal.

Remember:
Edris Wiese (N)
Colonial Manor N.H.
3207 220th Tr.,
Amana, 52203

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. – boxed meals or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring pasta/pasta sauces or your choice.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Shanon Janey (N), Keith Burmeister (E), Steve Bridgewater (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Calamus, Wesley-Grand Mound, St. Paul’s – Pastor Timothy Frasher

November 21, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of November 21, 2010

THIS WEEK:

Sunday:
*Toby Waldowski @ Elberon & Salem
during regular worship.
*Hanging of the Greens @ Norway
following worship
*P.U.M.P.T. 4 Christ (H.S. youth) @ Salem
6:30 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*Hanging of the Greens Program @ Elberon
5:30 P.M. Meal following.
*Norway UMW – 7:00 P.M.

Tuesday:
*Advent After-school @ Norway – 3:30 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:00 A.M.

Thursday:
*Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Friday:
*Hanging of the Greens @ Salem – 2:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Attention Norway! All are invited to bring a tree ornament to share during the Advent and Christmas Season.

Remember:
Ferne Schlarbaum (VH)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring your choice and place on the table at the altar. These items will be delivered in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Shannon Janeys (N), Keith Burmeister (E), Steve Bridgewater (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Vinton, Wesley – Pastor Karen Larson

OTHER THINGS
Van Horne Lions & Rec Board Pancake Breakfast
Today at the First Response Station, 8:30-12:30. Free will offering.

Thanksgiving Pie & Dessert Fest at Van Horne Library, Wed., Nov. 24, 7:30 A.M. – Noon and 4-6 P.M. Sponsored by Friends of the Library to raise money to help support a new library and community center.

November 7, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of November 7, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Sunday:
*Baked Potato Bar @ Salem – after worship
(11:15) free will offering for H.S. youth
*Church/Charge Conference @ Clover Ridge
UMC, Walford – 2:00 P.M.
*P.U.M.P.T. 4 Christ (H.S. youth) @ Salem
6:30 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation
@ Salem - 3:30 P.M.
*Making cards for “Cards of Peace” @ Salem
6:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Pastor Christy’s cellphone number has changed! Her number now is 319-350-6273.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring your choice and place on the table at the altar. These items will be delivered in time for the Thanksgiving holiday

Remember:
June Nekola (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Steve Bridgewater (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Us!!! Peace Parish, Pastors Norm and Christy

OTHER THINGS
Fall Supper & Auction @ Clover Ridge UMC-Walford,
Saturday, Nov. 13, 4-6:30 P.M. Auction – 6:45 P.M.

Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for Judy Wallace
Judy is Van Horne Librarian, community volunteer,
Sunday school teacher and Cancer fighter!
Saturday, Nov. 13, 4-8 pm
St. Andrew Lutheran, Van Horne.
Free will donation.

October 24, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of October 24, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Sunday:
*High School Youth (PUMPT 4 Christ)
@ Salem - 6:30 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*Norway UMW – 7:00 P.M.

Tuesday:
*Charge/Church Conference forms into
parish office.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation
@ Salem - 3:30 P.M.
*Salem Trustees – 7:00 P.M.
*Salem Ad Council – 8:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Norway Finance Cmte. & Ad Council will meet after church on Sunday, October 31st.

Norway now has school kits for sale for $5.00. These will be taken to Mt. Pleasant November 6. Fleece baby sweaters are also donated. The snaps are quite costly. If you wish to purchase kits or help with snaps expense, please give your money to Dorothy.

Thanksgiving Ingathering items will be dedicated during regular worship services October 30th or 31st. Ingathering will on Saturday, Nov. 6.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring your choice and place on the table at the altar. These items will be delivered in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Remember:
Eva Lou Herzberger (VH)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Shirley Miller (B), Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), West Branch – Pastor Scot Patrick

OTHER THINGS
Van Horne Lions & Library Board Breakfast, First Response Station, Oct. 24, 8:30 - 12:30. Free will offering

Bob and I want to thank everyone for their acts of kindness, prayers and “Hugs” since the on set of my illness. Thank you to Pastor Norm for his visits and prayers while in the hospital and since returning home. _Betty Schadle

Soup Supper at St. Andrew Lutheran, Van Horne, Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2:00-7:00 P.M. Profits to mission.

October 17, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of October 17, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Today:
*World Communion Sunday – please place
your offering in the envelope provided or
eartag your check and place with your
regular offering.
*Crop Walk @ St. Patricks, Watkins
1:00 P.M. Donations can be given through
Oct. 31.
*UM 101 study @ Norway – 6:30 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Tuesday:
*Communion Service @ Keystone Care
Center – 10:30 A.M.
*UM 101 @ Blairstown – 6:30 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation
@ Salem - 3:30 P.M.
*Salem Worship Cmte. – 6:30 P.M.
*Salem N.O.W. Cmte. – 7:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.
*Harvest Dinner & Country Store @ Salem
5:00 – 7:00 P.M.

The youth are in need of a large dorm room or apartment sized refrigerator to keep pop in. The two downstairs at Salem are used often for other things, so it would be best to have one for this purpose! The high school youth (PUMPT 4 Christ) will begin meeting Sunday, October 24, 6:30 P.M. at Salem.

2010 Charge/Church Conference Forms need to be into the parish office by Tuesday, Oct. 26.

Norway now has school kits for sale for $5.00. These will be taken to Mt. Pleasant November 6. Fleece baby sweaters are also donated. The snaps are quite costly. If you wish to purchase kits or help with snaps expense, please give your money to Dorothy.

Thanksgiving Ingathering items will be dedicated during regular worship services October 30th or 31st.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring your choice and place on the table at the altar. These items will be delivered in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Remember:
Dale Christianson (N) Iowa City Rehab & Health Care,
3661 Rochester Ave.,
Iowa City, 52245

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Walker, Pastor Norm Kelley


OTHER THINGS
Marengo UMW Soup & Sandwich Supper Thursday, Oct. 21, 4:30-7:00 P.M. Free will offering.

Van Horne Lions & Library Board Breakfast, First Response Station, Sun. Oct. 24, 8:30 - 12:30. Free will offering

October 10, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of October 10, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Sunday:
*Installation Service for Pastor Christy
@ Salem – 2:00 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*UM 101 @ Elberon – 6:30 P.M.

Tuesday:
*UM 101 @ Salem – 6:30 P.M.
*Bidwell Riverside Trip

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation
@ Salem - 3:30 P.M.
*Making cards for “Cards of Peace”
@ Salem – 6:30 P.M.
*Norway Meetings – 7:00 P.M.

Thursday:
*N.O.W. Cmte. @ Elberon – 6:30 P.M.
*Ad Council @ Elberon – 7:15 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.
*Holiday Bazaar & Lunch @ Norway
11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.

United Methodism 101 (adult study) will be led by Pastor Norm at Norway (Sun., Oct. 17) and Blairstown (Tues., Oct. 19) both will go from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M.

World Communion Special Offering Sunday will be observed next Sunday, Oct. 17.

Harvest Dinner & Country Store @ Salem
Saturday, October 23, 5-7 P.M.
Attention Salem members: If you haven’t signed up for anything there’s still time. Country Store items (baked goods, crafts, etc.) are needed. Contact Sally Donald with questions.


FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring your choice and place on the table at the altar. These items will be delivered in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Remember:
Karen Wiese (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Glenn King (B), Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Faith-Baldwin – Pastors Merle & Judy Paulsen

OTHER THINGS

2010 Crop Walk
Sunday, Oct. 17,
St. Patricks—Watkins
1:00 P.M.

October 3, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of October 3, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*Making school kit bags & prayer shawls
@ Elberon – 6:30 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Dorcas Circle @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.

Friday:
*DeWall Circle @ Keystone Care Center –
2:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Laity Sunday will be observed next Sunday, October 10 at all the churches. The Lay leaders will be leading this worship.

Installation Service for Pastor Christy will be at Salem next Sunday, October 10 at 2:00 P.M. Come be involved in this celebration!

United Methodism 101 (adult study) will be led by Pastor Norm at Norway (Sun., Oct. 17) and Blairstown (Tues., Oct. 19) both will go from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. – Bring your choice and place on the table at the altar. These items will be delivered in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Williamsburg, St. Paul’s – Pastors James & Helen Parks

Remember:
Karen Wiese (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249


OTHER THINGS
Beef & Pork Dinner at Immaculate Conception Church, Van Horne today 11:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M.

Mark your calendar!
2010 Crop Walk, Sunday, Oct. 17,
St. Patricks—Watkins at 1:00 P.M.

September 26, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of September 26, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Norway UMW Noon Potluck
(Please bring Thank offering banks & pop
can pennies for Bidwell)
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*UM 101 @ Elberon – 6:30 P.M.
(note time change)
Tuesday:
*UM 101 @ Salem – 6:30 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation
@ Salem - 3:30 P.M.
*Parish Committees @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.
*Parish Executive Council @ Salem – 8 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Those needing to attend parish meetings:
NOW Cmte: Darlene King, Brenda Selk, Angie Sedlacek, Chris Lafler. Worship Cmte: Shirley Miller, Alicia Lidtke, Dorothy Blackburn, Gina Embray. SPRC: Evelyn Schulze, Sue Schulze, Betty Klemmensen, Lois Stull, Danielle Kerkman, Robert Miller, Joan Mithelman, Todd Donald, Don Logan, Eric Townsley, Bonita Wilson. Trustees: Celia Hartz, Richard Schulze, Wayne Klemmensen, Larry Parizek, Bruce Miller, Nola Moser, Sally Donald, Pat Gorkow. Parish Executive Council: All listed above plus John Brockschink, Gary Zittergruen, Larry Carlson.

Mark your calendars!
On Monday, October 4, 6:30-8:00 P.M. at the Elberon church, all interested are invited to cut &/or sew school kit bags for Ingathering or bring a prayer shawl to work on.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. - peanut butter & jelly or your choice

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Evelyn Schulze (B), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Anamosa ,First – Pastor Laurie Riley
Condolences to: Wayne & Betty Klemmensen upon the loss of their sister-in-law and Todd Donald and family upon the loss of his father.

Remember:
Edris Wiese (N)
Colonial Manor N.H.,
3207 220th Tr.,
Amana, 52203

OTHER THINGS
Van Horne Lions Breakfast
Sunday, Sept. 26, 8:30-12:30, at Emergency Response Station. Free will donation.

September 19, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of September 19, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Sunday:
*Ice Cream Social @ Norway – 4:30-7 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Tuesday:
*Communion Service at
Keystone Care Center 10:30-11:00 A.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation
@ Salem - 3:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.
*Elberon Church (held at Community Bldg.)
Rummage Sale: 8am – 6pm
Chicken Noodle Dinner: 11am – 6pm
Auction: 6:30pm - ???

Mark your calendars!
On Monday, October 4, 6:30-8:00 P.M. at the Elberon church, all interested are invited to cut &/or sew school kit bags for Ingathering or bring a prayer shawl to work on.

Please put this on your calendar.
2010 Parish Bidwell Trip, Tuesday, October 12. More information will be available later.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. - peanut butter & jelly or your choice.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Evelyn Schulze (B), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Wyoming – Pastor Karmen Jamison

Remember:
Ferne Schlarbaum (VH)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249

OTHER THINGS
Van Horne Lions Breakfast
Sunday, Sept. 26, 8:30-12:30, at Emergency Response Station. Free will donation.

September 12, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of September 12, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*UM 101 Study @ Elberon – 7:00 P.M.

Tuesday:
*UM 101 Study @ Salem – 6:30 P.M.
(note time change)

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth/Confirmation
@ Salem - 3:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

United Methodism 101 Studies start this week. This study is for anyone interested in learning or reviewing the basics of the United Methodist Church.

Norway Ice Cream Social next Sunday, Sept. 19, 4:30-7:00 P.M.

Communion Service at Keystone Care Center, Tuesday, Sept. 21, 10:30 – 11:00 A.M. (note date is a change from what was originally announced) Please plan to come and support this new parish ministry.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. - peanut butter & jelly or your choice.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Evelyn Schulze (B), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Alburnett-Prairie Chapel – Pastor Burr Bryant


Remember:
Bernice Papesh (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249


OTHER THINGS
Evening of Info & Fellowship at First UMC of North Liberty. Thursday, Sept. 23, 7-8:30 P.M. Subject & discussion: wills, a legacy of giving back some of what we’ve been blessed with, tax benefits to your estate, question & answer session. Guests: Kevin Gowdy (Iowa Methodist Foundation). Mark Ahleres (Trust Officer at Hills Bank & Trust). RSVP 319-626-2762 by Sept. 20.

September 5, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of September 5, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Confirmation/MidUMYF @ Salem - 3:30 P.M.
*Making cards for “Cards of Peace”
@ Salem – 6:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.
*Cleaning Day @ Norway – 8:00 A.M.

United Methodism 101 Study
Monday, Sept. 13, 27, & Oct. 11, 7:00 P.M. at Elberon and Tuesday, Sept. 14, 28, & Oct. 12, 7:00 P.M. at Salem.

Norway’s annual ice cream social will be September 19, from 4:30 to 7:00 P.M. Come and join us! Norway folks will be contacted for meal donations, as well as setup and serving help.

FOOD BANK ITEMS FOR MONTH
BENTON CO. - pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice.

TAMA CO. - peanut butter & jelly or your choice

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Betty Schadle (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Evelyn Schulze (B), Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), C.R. Bertram-Buffalo, Pastor Marilyn Buchanan

Remember:
June Nekola (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249

OTHER THINGS
Urgent Help is needed in Colfax to muck and gut homes. The fire station in Colfax is ready to accept volunteers. Please call Wendy at the EMS office at 515-674-9113 if you are able to help. Call Becky Wood, Director of Recovery and Volunteer Coordinator for the Iowa Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, if you have any questions, 515-238-5346

August 29, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
August 29, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.
1st & 3rd Sunday of month


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break


SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Salem – Wednesday
Joint UMW Potluck – 6 P.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Larry Parizek (E), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Tiffin, Grace – Pastor Beverly Marshall-Goodell

THIS WEEK:
Salem Cookout Lunch
today after worship (11:15). Everyone welcome!


Kids Hangout at Elberon
A kickoff celebration is planned for Monday with games at 4 o’clock and supper at 5:30. Everyone welcome!


Parish Tailgate Party @ Salem
at 4:00 P.M. prior to the first Benton Community home football game Friday. Bring your lawn chairs and join in the fun!!!
REMember this week:
Glen Kaloupek (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)

MISSIONS:

BENTON CO. next week bring pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.


TAMA CO. next week bring peanut butter & jelly or your choice to the Elberon church.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information. During August the Norway Methodists are in charge of the meals. Please contact Joan Mithelman if you are available to help.

WHAT’S COMING UP:
Attention Norway another cleaning day has been set for Saturday, September 11 at 8 a.m. to clean the downstairs. Please write this on your calendar now. Many hands are needed for this cleaning. If you can’t come and wish to help you can clean an area at your convenience and leave a note as to what you did.

Norway's annual ice cream social is planned for September 19th, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Come and join us! Norway folks will be contacted for donations to the meal as well as help to set up and serve that night.

Mark your calendars!
The Elberon church will be having a Chicken Noodle Dinner/Rummage Sale on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 8:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. An auction will be held at end of day.


OTHER THINGS:
URGENT HELP is needed in Colfax to muck and gut homes. The fire station in Colfax is ready to accept volunteers. Please call Wendy at the EMS Office at 515-674-9113 if you are able to help. Call Becky Wood, Director of Recovery and Volunteer Coordinator for the Iowa Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, if you have any questions, 515-238-5346.

August 22, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
August 22, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.

FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.
1st & 3rd Sunday of month

CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break

SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat

MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Norway – Monday
UMW – 7:00 P.M.
Norway – Tuesday
Education Cmte. – 7:00 P.M.
Salem – Wednesday
N.O.W. Cmte. – 6:30 P.M.
Trustees – 7:00 P.M.
Ad Council – 8:00 P.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Brandon Owens (community request), Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Coralville, New Horizons – Pastor Karen Nelson

WHAT’S COMING UP:
Kids Hangout at Elberon
A kickoff celebration is planned for Monday, August 30 which will include games for the kids starting at 4 o’clock and ending with supper served at 5:30. Grilled hot dogs and brats with all the trimmings. Root beer floats too! Everyone is welcome.

Parish Tailgate Party @ Salem
at 4:00 P.M. prior to the first Benton Community home football game on Friday, Sept. 3. Bring your lawn chairs and join in the fun!!!

New Peace Parish Ministry!!!
Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 14, Peace Parish will host a Communion Service at the Keystone Care Center from 10:30 till 11:00 A.M. in the north meeting room. This will be an ongoing ministry with the service being on the second Tuesday of each month. It is hoped members of the parish will support this ministry by attending as well.

Salem Cookout Lunch
Next Sunday, August 29 after worship (11:15). Everyone welcome!

Parish Event at Blairstown at 3:00 P.M. today in the church basement. A light supper will be served about 4:45 P.M.

REMember this week:
Eva Lou Herzberger (VH) Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)

BENTON CO. next week bring pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.


TAMA CO. next week bring canned or packaged meals (mac n cheese, Spaghettios, etc.) or your choice to the Elberon church.


Please remember that outdated food will not be accepted at any of the food pantries.


Empty pill bottles should be clean and have all labels removed.

OTHER THINGS:
The Norway church is looking for someone to clean a couple hours each week. Cleaning duties can be rotated. It is not expected that everything be done each week. $12 an hour. Please contact Bruce Miller at 227-7448.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information. During August the Norway Methodists are in charge of the meals. Please contact Joan Mithelman if you are available to help.

August 15, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
August 15, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.

FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.
1st & 3rd Sunday of month

CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break


SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat

MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Parish-Today- Salem
SPRC – 3:30 P.M.
Salem – Wednesday
Worship Cmte. – 6:30 P.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Iowa City, First – Pastors Barrie Tritle & Jonathan Fell


WHAT’S COMING UP:
The Norway church has scheduled a much needed cleaning of the interior of the church on Saturday, August 21 at 8 a.m. Bring your own rags and cleaning supplies.

Something Different
for Parish Event at Blairstown
Come and see! It will be next Sunday, August 22 at 3:00 P.M. in the church basement. A light supper will be served about 4:45 P.M.

Salem Cookout Lunch
Sunday, August 29 after worship (11:15).

New Small Group Study this Fall
Several have indicated an interest in studying the history, structure, beliefs and ministries of the United Methodist Church. Pastor Norm will lead this short-term study “United Methodism 101.” Call or text 721-9213 if interested. Dates and times to be determined.


REMember this week:
Dale Christianson (N)
Iowa City Rehab & Health Care,
3661 Rochester Ave.,
Iowa City, 52245

(See complete listing in newsletter)

MISSIONS

BENTON CO. next week bring pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring canned or packaged meals (mac n cheese, Spaghettios, etc.) or your choice to the Elberon church.

Please remember that outdated food will not be accepted at any of the food pantries.

Empty pill bottles should be clean and have all labels removed.

OTHER THINGS:
The Norway church is looking for someone to clean a couple hours each week. Cleaning duties can be rotated. It is not expected that everything be done each week. $12 an hour. Please contact Bruce Miller at 227-7448.


Church Week at Theisen’s
This week Monday, August 16 through Sunday, August 22, 2010 earn money for your church. During this time period for any member of a UMC who makes a purchase at any Theisen’s store, and submits the original receipt(s) to their church by September 5, 2010, Theisen’s will donate 5% of the net total of each receipt after sales tax is deducted. Theisen’s hopes this program will help your church fund its necessary projects.

Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information. During August the Norway Methodists are in charge of the meals. Please contact Joan Mithelman if you are available to help.

August 8, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
August 8, 2010

WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.

FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.
1st & 3rd Sunday of month

CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break

SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat

MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Parish-Today- Salem
SPRC – 3:30 P.M.
VH Dorcas Circle – Wed.
Cook’s Day Out
Norway – Wednesday
Meetings – 7:00 P.M.
Elberon – Thursday
NOW – 6:30 P.M.
Ad Council – 7:00 P.M.
Blairstown – Saturday
Meeting – 6:15 P.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Iowa City, Hope – Pastor Sherry Lohman


WHAT’S COMING UP:
Dorcas Circle members will leave the church at 10:45 A.M. Wednesday to go to Marie’s Tea Room in Czech Village, Cedar Rapids for Cook’s Day Out.

Making cards for “Cards of Peace”
This Wednesday, August 11, 6:30 P.M. in Salem Hall.

Attention Norway
Camp Brunch for August is being cancelled due to going back to school so early this year. It will resume with Camp Brunch for September on 9/17.

Something Different
for Parish Event at Blairstown
Come and see! It will be Sunday, August 22 at 3:00 P.M. in the church basement. A light supper will be served about 4:45 P.M.

Mark your calendars!
Salem Cookout Lunch
Sunday, August 29 after worship (11:15).

REMember this week:
Karen Wiese (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)


MISSIONS:

BENTON CO. next week bring pasta/pasta sauce (especially spaghetti) or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring canned or packaged meals (mac n cheese, Spaghettios, etc.) or your choice to the Elberon church.

Please remember that outdated food will not be accepted at any of the food pantries.

Empty pill bottles should be clean and have all labels removed.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information. During August the Norway Methodists are in charge of the meals. Please contact Joan Mithelman if you are available to help.

OTHER THINGS:
For those who remember:
It has been learned that Harley Wertz has incurable cancer and he is at home and is comfortable, after spending some time in the hospital with blood clots in the lung.


Church Week at Theisen’s
Monday, August 16 through Sunday, August 22, 2010
Earn money for your church. During this time period for any member of a UMC who makes a purchase at any Theisen’s store, and submits the original receipt(s) to their church by September 5, 2010, Theisen’s will donate 5% of the net total of each receipt after sales tax is deducted. Theisen’s hopes this program will help your church fund its necessary projects.

August 1, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
August 1, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.
1st & 3rd Sunday of month


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break


SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Parish-Today- Salem
SPRC – 3:30 P.M.
Salem – Thursday
DeWall Circle – 2:00 P.M.


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Jessica Douglas (N), Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Iowa City, Korean


WHAT’S COMING UP:
Attention Norway
Camp Brunch for August is being cancelled due to going back to school so early this year. It will resume with Camp Brunch for September on 9/17.

Mark your calendars!
Salem Cookout Lunch
Sunday, August 29 after worship (11:15).

Remember this week:
Edris Wiese (N)
Colonial Manor Nursing Home, 3207 220th Tr.,
Amana, 52203

(See complete listing in newsletter)



BENTON CO. next week bring small containers, please, of laundry/dish detergent, pancake syrup or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring canned or packaged meals (mac n cheese, Spaghettios, etc.) or your choice to the Elberon church.

Please remember that outdated food will not be accepted at any of the food pantries.

Empty pill bottles should be clean and have all labels removed.



Vacation Bible School 2010
This week:
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.



OTHER THINGS:
Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information. During August the Norway Methodists are in charge of the meals. Please contact Joan Mithelman if you are available to help.

July 25, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
July 25, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.
1st & 3rd Sunday of month


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break


SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Parish SPRC – today
Salem – 6:30 P.M.


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Richard Riha (E), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH),
Epworth – Pastor Corby Johnson


WHAT’S COMING UP:
Attention Norway
There are still boxes to be taken to Good Will. Please do your share by picking up three or four of them for delivery to Good Will. If there is anything left that you want, please remove it soon. The last items will be taken to the land fill.

After worship fellowship has been cut to two Sundays a month for now. Please sign up for either the first Sunday or the third Sunday, which will be the Camp Brunch each month.


Mark your calendars!
Summer Parish Event
The Blairstown Church is having something very different for their Parish Event this year. Come and see! It will be Sunday, August 22rd at 3:00 P.M. at the church. A light supper will be served about 4:45 P.M.

REMember this week:
Ferne Schlarbaum (VH)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)


BENTON CO. next week bring small containers, please, of laundry/dish detergent, pancake syrup or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring canned or packaged meals (mac n cheese, Spaghettios, etc.) or your choice to the Elberon church.

Please remember that outdated food will not be accepted at any of the food pantries.

Empty pill bottles should be clean and have all labels removed.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.


Vacation Bible School 2010
This week:
Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.

Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.


OTHER THINGS:

The United Methodist Church and Block by Block have been chosen to receive the 2010 Governor’s Volunteer Award. There will be an award ceremony on Thursday, July 22 at 10:00 a.m. at the Prairie High School Concert Hall in Cedar Rapids. The Governor will be attending the event to present awards. The public is invited to attend this awards ceremony.

July 18, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
July 18, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break

SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
SPRC – today – Salem
2:00 P.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Glen King (B), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH),
East Dubuque, Wesley – Pastor Justin Jamis


WHAT’S COMING UP:
VBS setup at Elberon will be Sunday at 4:00 P.M.

Norway folks, before making your next trip to Cedar Rapids, please stop and pick up two or three boxes of stuff marked for Good Will. If you have any use for anything left from the sale, please remove it as soon as possible. There are also a few things left to go to the land fill if anyone is going in that direction. Thank you.


Parish Email Address:
The parish office email has been changed to brendaselk@peaceump.org until further notice.



Remember this week:
Bernice Papesh (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)




BENTON CO. next week bring small containers, please, of laundry/dish detergent, pancake syrup or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring drinks or your choice to the Elberon church.

Please remember that outdated food will not be accepted at any of the food pantries.

Empty pill bottles should be clean and have all labels removed.



Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.


Vacation Bible School 2010

This week:
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m. Closing on 23rd.

Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.



OTHER THINGS:
Saturday, July 24, 2010 ~ 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Ice Cream Supper
Buffalo United Methodist Church
Corner of Blairs Ferry and Edgewood Road, Cedar Rapids (behind Casey’s)
Adults - $6.00 – children 12 and under $2.50
Come and enjoy. Sloppy Joes, potato salad, baked beans, choice of beverage, pie or cake and ice cream.

July 11, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
July 11, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break

SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Glen King (B), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH),
Kalona, Sharon Center – Pastor Doug Cue

WHAT’S COMING UP:

Making cards for this Wednesday, July 14, 6:30 P.M. at Salem.

Parish SPRC meeting next Sunday, July 18, 2:00PM at Salem - Van Horne.

Norway folks, before making your next trip to Cedar Rapids, please stop and pick up two or three boxes of stuff marked for Good Will. If you have any use for anything left from the sale, please remove it as soon as possible. There are also a few things left to go to the land fill if anyone is going in that direction. Thank you.

Norm & Althea will be back in the parish tomorrow. If there is an emergency before then please contact Brenda at 319-721-9056.

Parish Email Address:
The parish office email has been changed to brendaselk@peaceump.org until further notice.

REMember this week:
June Nekola (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)



BENTON CO. next week bring small containers, please, of laundry/dish detergent, pancake syrup or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring drinks or your choice to the Elberon church.

Please remember that outdated food will not be accepted at any of the food pantries.

Empty pill bottles should be clean and have all labels removed.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.


Vacation Bible School 2010
This week:
Blairstown – July 13-15 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 17th.

Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m. Closing on 23rd.
Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.

July 4, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
July 4, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break

SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Salem – Wednesday
Dorcas Circle – 7:00 P.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Glen King (B), Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), United Church of Monticello – Pastors Ed Moreano, Jean Sullivan



WHAT’S COMING UP:

Norm & Althea are on family vacation
They will be back in the parish Monday, July 12. If there is an emergency please contact Brenda at 319-721-9056.


Parish Email Address:
The parish office email has been changed to brendaselk@peaceump.org until further notice.

REMember this week:
Glen Kaloupek (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)



BENTON CO. next week bring small containers, please, of laundry/dish detergent, pancake syrup or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring drinks or your choice to the Elberon church.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.


Vacation Bible School 2010
Blairstown – July 13-15 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 17th.
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m. Closing on 23rd.
Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.

June 27, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
June 27, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break

SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Norway - Monday
UMW – 7:00 P.M.
Parish – Wed., @ Norway
Cmtes. – 7:00 P.M.
Exec. Council – 8:00 P.M.
Salem – Thursday
DeWall Circle – 2:00 P.M.
Elberon – Thursday
VBS Meeting – 7:00 P.M.


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Joan Exline (N), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Condolences to Doug Embray and family upon the loss of his brother, Iowa City St. Mark’s – Pastor Dennis Coon


WHAT’S COMING UP:

Those needing to attend the Parish Meetings on Wednesday are:
N.O.W. Committee – Darlene King, Brenda Selk, Angie Sedlacek, Chris Lafler
Worship Committee– Shirley Miller, Alicia Lidtke, Dorothy Blackburn, Gina Embray
SPRC – Evelyn Schulze, Sue Schulze, Betty Klemmensen, Lois Stull, Danielle Kerkman, Robert Miller, Joan Mithelman, Todd Donald, Don Logan, Eric Townsley, Bonita Wilson
Trustees – Celia Hartz, Richard Schulze, Wayne Klemmensen, Larry Parizek, Bruce Miller, Nola Moser, Sally Donald, Pat Gorkow
Parish Executive Committee – All listed above plus John Brockschink, Gary Zittergruen, Larry Carlson









REMember this week:
Eva Lou Herzberger (VH) Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone 52249

(See complete listing in newsletter)



BENTON CO. next week bring small containers, please, of laundry/dish detergent, pancake syrup or your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.

TAMA CO. next week bring drinks or your choice to the Elberon church.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.


Vacation Bible School 2010

Blairstown – July 13-15 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 17th.
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m. Closing on 23rd.
Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.



OTHER THINGS:

June 20, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
June 20, 2010

Happy Father’s Day

WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break


SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat



MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
None


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Dubuque, St. Lukes – Pastors Diane Mitchell & Dianne Christopher


WHAT’S COMING UP:

We need everyone to come help "spiff up" at Salem on Saturday June 26th from 8:00 a.m. until noon. We will be working inside, outside,
upstairs and down cleaning, dusting, scrubbing, inventorying, etc. We need ALL ages for the morning and we will join together for lunch
before leaving. Any questions or to let us know who we can count on please call 228-8155. Miracles can be accomplished with many hands!!!


Parish meetings at Norway Wed., June 30
Parish N.O.W., Worship, SPRC, & Trustee Committees at 7:00 P.M.
Parish Executive Council at 8:00 P.M.
N.O.W. Committee – Darlene King, Brenda Selk, Angie Sedlacek, Chris Lafler
Worship Committee– Shirley Miller, Alicia Lidtke, Dorothy Blackburn, Gina Embray
SPRC – Evelyn Schulze, Sue Schulze, Betty Klemmensen, Lois Stull, Danielle Kerkman, Robert Miller, Joan Mithelman, Todd Donald, Don Logan, Eric Townsley, Bonita Wilson
Trustees – Celia Hartz, Richard Schulze, Wayne Klemmensen, Larry Parizek, Bruce Miller, Nola Moser, Sally Donald, Pat Gorkow
Parish Executive Committee – All listed above plus John Brockschink, Gary Zittergruen, Larry Carlson



REMember this week:
Dale Christianson (N)
Iowa City Rehab & Health Care, 3661 Rochester Ave.,
Iowa City, 52245

(See complete listing in newsletter)


BENTON CO. next week bring your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.


TAMA CO. next week bring instant potatoes/rice or your choice to the Elberon church.

Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.

Vacation Bible School 2010

Blairstown – July 13-15 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 17th.
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m. Closing on 23rd.
Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.



OTHER THINGS:

We want to thank everyone for your prayers and sympathy at the loss of our Mom, Marion Foss. A special thanks to Pastor Norm for visiting Mom while she was in the hospital. She always appreciated him coming to see her. _Pam, Otto and family, Nancy and Bernie Jones,
Rick and Lynette Foss.


A big thank you to all who participated in any way to make the Norway church garage sale a success. Even though the weather didn't cooperate, we had a great day. A report on finances will come as soon as all the bills are paid.

June 13, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH
F.Y.I.
The Week of
June 13, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break


SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat



MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Parish SPRC – today
2:00 P.M. @ Blairstown



LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Gary Zittergruen (VH), Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Dubuque, Grand View, Pastor Tom Shinkle


WHAT’S COMING UP:
This Tuesday, June 15 and Thursday, June 17 have been set to work on 2010 VBS props (that will be shared by the parish) at the Blairstown church 6:00-8:00 P.M. Many hands make light work.


We need everyone to come help "spiff up" at Salem on Saturday June 26th from 8:00 a.m. until noon. We will be working inside, outside,
upstairs and down cleaning, dusting, scrubbing, inventorying, etc. We need ALL ages for the morning and we will join together for lunch
before leaving. Any questions or to let us know who we can count on please call 228-8155. Miracles can be accomplished with many hands!!!

REMember this week:
Karen Wiese (E)
Country Living Care Center,
2840 K Ave.,
Toledo, IA 52342

(See complete listing in newsletter)


BENTON CO. next week bring your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.


TAMA CO. next week bring instant potatoes/rice or your choice to the Elberon church.

Vacation Bible School 2010

Blairstown – July 13-15 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 17th.
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m. Closing on 23rd.
Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.



OTHER THINGS:

Missionary Luncheon at Marengo UM Church
Thursday, June 17th at 12:00 noon. Presentation will be Women at the Well. If you wish to contribute to their program, you are invited (but not required) to bring personal toiletries or women's clothing for them to use in their work for God. This is presented by UMW, but all in the church are invited.
Attention Norway: Contact Dorothy Blackburn 227-7559 by tomorrow if you plan to go.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.

June 6, 2010

PEACE UNITED METHODIST PARISH F.Y.I.
The Week of June 6, 2010


WORSHIP:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.


FELLOWSHIP:
Elberon – 9:30 A.M.
Van Horne – 9:50 A.M.
Norway – 10:00 A.M.


CHURCH SCHOOL:
on summer break


SMALL GROUPS
*At Van Horne:
Cards of Peace – 9 A.M. Mon
Prayer Time – 9:30 A.M. Wed
Men’s Breakfast–7 A.M. Sat


MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
Norway – Wednesday
Ad Council – 7:00 P.M.
Elberon – Thursday
VBS Planning – 7:00 P.M.


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Condolences to Pam Claassen & family upon the loss of her mother, 167th Session of the Iowa Annual Conference


WHAT’S COMING UP:
Come try your hand at making cards! This Wednesday June 9 at 6:30 p.m. we will be making cards for Cards of Peace in Salem Hall at Van Horne. The more the merrier, so please come join us.

An UMCOR workshop Connecting Neighbors
June 12, 2010, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at St. Paul’s UMC, 1340 3rd Ave, Cedar Rapids. We are asking each church to send 1-2 lay representatives to this vital training. The cost of this training is $10 per person. The Parish office will take care of your registration and cost if you let us know you are going.

Tuesday, June 15 and Thursday, June 17 have been set to work on 2010 VBS props (that will be shared by the parish) at the Blairstown church 6:00-8:00 P.M. Many hands make light work.

We need everyone to come help "spiff up" at Salem on Saturday June 26th from 8:00 a.m. until noon. We will be working inside, outside,
upstairs and down cleaning, dusting, scrubbing, inventorying, etc. We need ALL ages for the morning and we will join together for lunch
before leaving. Any questions or to let us know who we can count on please call 228-8155. Miracles can be accomplished with many hands!!!


REMember this week:
Edris Wiese (N)
Colonial Manor Nursing Home,
3207 220th Tr.,
Amana, IA 52203

(See complete listing in newsletter)


BENTON CO. next week bring your choice. Collection boxes are located at entryways.


TAMA CO. next week bring instant potatoes/rice or your choice to the Elberon church.


Vacation Bible School 2010

Blairstown – July 13-15 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 17th.
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m. Closing on 23rd.
Norway – July 26-30 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 – 6-8 p.m. Closing on 5th.


OTHER THINGS:
Remember a family member or friend with a tribute flag. The tribute flags will be displayed at the Benton County Walk/Run for the American Cancer Society Sat. June 12, 2010 at 7 pm at the park in Atkins. The forms can be found at the bank, telephone office and library in Van Horne or you can call Sally Donald at 228-8148 for further information.


Missionary Luncheon at Marengo UM Church
Thursday, June 17th at 12:00 noon. Presentation will be Women at the Well. If you wish to contribute to their program, you are invited (but not required) to bring personal toiletries or women's clothing for them to use in their work for God. This is presented by UMW, but all in the church are invited.
Attention Norway: Contact Dorothy Blackburn 227-7559 by Sunday, June 14th if you plan to go.


Norway Senior Dining
is held each Thursday. Meals are $3.00. Call by 8 a.m. on Thursdays for a meal. Contact Barb Hastings 227-7504 for more information.

May 30, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of May 30, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Today:
*Peace with Justice Special Offering Sunday
Please place your offering in the envelope
provided or eartag your check and place with
your regular offering.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.

Wednesday:
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Dorcas Circle @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.

Friday:
*DeWall Circle – Out to Lunch

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.


An UMCOR workshop Connecting Neighbors
June 12, 2010, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at St. Paul’s UMC, 1340 3rd Ave, Cedar Rapids. We are asking each church to send 1-2 lay representatives to this vital training. The cost of this training is $10 per person. The Parish office will take care of your registration and cost if you let us know you are going.

Remember:
Ferne Schlarbaum (VH)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Dick Werner (VH), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Joan Exline (N), Lisbon, Pastor Tom Mattson



OTHER THINGS

Missionary Luncheon at Marengo UM Church
Thursday, June 17th at 12:00 noon. Presentation will be Women at the Well. If you wish to contribute to their program, you are invited (but not required) to bring personal toiletries or women's clothing for them to use in their work for God. This is presented by UMW, but all in the church are invited.
Attention Norway: Contact Dorothy Blackburn 227-7559 by Sunday, June 14th if you plan to go.

May 23, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of May 23, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Today:
*Camp Brunch @ Norway following worship

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*Kids Hangout Closing Program @ Elberon
– 6:00 P.M. Meal following
*Norway UMW – 7:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Norway Finance Cmte – 7:00 P.M.

Thursday:
*Salem Trustees – 7:00 P.M.
*Salem Ad Council – 8:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Sunday, May 30:
*Peace with Justice Special Offering Sunday

WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
Saturday:
Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Van Horne – 10:14 A.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Dick Werner (VH), Jenny Seeck (E), Shirley Miller (B), Lucylle Struve (VH), Joan Exline (N), Dubuque, Center Grove-Rockdale, Pastor Jennifer Meyer


Remember:
Bernice Papesh (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249


OTHER THINGS
Volunteers are needed to assist in staffing the Women at the Well display booth at Annual Conference in Des Moines June 5-8. Please email womenatthewell@iaumc.org indicating the day and/or time you are available. Two volunteers at least are needed for the booth so if you have a friend interested at the same time as you, please let them know that as well.

May 16, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of May 16, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Today:
*Congratulations to our graduates!
*High School Youth @ Salem – 4:00 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Salem Worship Committee – 6:30 P.M.
*Salem NOW Committee – 7:00 P.M.

Thursday:
Parish VBS Meeting @ Blairstown – 7:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Sunday, May 23:
*Camp Brunch @ Norway following worship


Kids Hangout Closing Program & Meal @ Elberon Monday, May 24. The program will be at 6:00 P.M. with the meal following. All are invited!

Reminder for Norway area folk
The City Wide Garage Sales will be on Saturday, June 12. The Norway church will have a sale, plus lunch and bake sale. Most of the money will be used for mission. To be on the map, call Dorothy Blackburn @ 227-7559. Items may be dropped off at the church at any time. For help with heavy items, call the above number.


Remember:
June Nekola (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249



LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Jenny Seeck (E), Shirley Miller (B), Bernice Papesh (E), Bill Fry (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Lucylle Struve (VH), Joan Exline (N), Maquoketa, First – Pastor Jeff Dadisman


OTHER THINGS
Volunteers are needed to assist in staffing the Women at the Well display booth at Annual Conference in Des Moines June 5-8. Please email womenatthewell@iaumc.org indicating the day and/or time you are available. Two volunteers at least are needed for the booth so if you have a friend interested at the same time as you, please let them know that as well.

May 9, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of May 9, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Today:
Happy Mother’s Day!!!

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Making cards for “Cards of Peace @ Salem –
6:30 P.M.
*Church Meeting @ Blairstown – 7:00 P.M.

Thursday:
*NOW Committee @ Elberon – 6:30 P.M.
*Ad Council @ Elberon – 7:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Sunday, May 16:
*Graduate Recognition during regular worship

Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School 2010
Here are the dates set:
(Notice correction for Blairstown)
Blairstown–July 13-15 - 6-8 p.m.
Closing tba.
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m.
Closing on 23rd.
Norway – July 26-30 - time tba.
Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 - time tba.
Closing on 5th.

Remember:
Glen Kaloupek (E) Keystone Care Center, 250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Bernice Papesh (E), Bill Fry (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Lucylle Struve (VH), Joan Exline (N), DeWitt – Pastor Chuck Kelsey


BENTON CO. FOOD BANK Item for
May is boxed meals (Hamburger Helper, mac/cheese, etc.) or your choice: Collection boxes are located in Salem Hall.

TAMA CO. FOOD BANK Item for May
is soaps, detergents, cleaners or your choice. Please bring to the Elberon church.

May 2, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of May 2, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Today:
*Parish Tour # 5 @ Elberon
Meet at church – 3:00 P.M.
Meal – 5 or 5:30 P.M. (church basement)
*High School Youth @ Salem – 4:00 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Dorcas Circle @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.

Thursday:
*DeWall Circle @ Salem – 2:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.
*Pictured Rocks “A Taste of Camp” – 8:45 A.M.

Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School 2010
Here are the dates set:
Blairstown–July 15-17-time & closing tba.
Elberon – July 19-23 – 6-7:45 p.m.
Closing on 23rd.

Norway – July 26-30 - time tba.
Closing on 30th.
Van Horne – August 1-5 - time tba.
Closing on 5th.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Bernice Papesh (E), Bill Fry (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Lucylle Struve (VH), Joan Exline (N), Marengo, First – Pastor Katie Dawson

Remember:
Eva Lou Herzberger (VH) Keystone Care Center, 250 5th St.,
Keystone, IA 52249

Are you interested in being part of a VBS Stage Crew that would be responsible for putting up, transferring and taking down decorations and props (other responsibilities are possible) between the churches during VBS time? If you are, please let Pastor Norm or Pastor Jena know.

Graduate Recognition will be observed on Sunday, May 16 during regular worship services.

April 25, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of April 25, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.
*Norway UMW – Noon Potluck

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Sunday, May 2:
*Parish Tour # 5 @ Elberon
Meet at church – 3:00 P.M.
Meal – 5 or 5:30 P.M. (church basement)

Graduate Recognition will be observed on Sunday, May 16 during regular worship services.

BENTON CO. FOOD BANK Item for
May is boxed meals (Hamburger Helper, mac/cheese, etc.) or your choice: Collection boxes are located in Salem Hall.

TAMA CO. FOOD BANK Item for May
is soaps, detergents, cleaners or your choice. Please bring to the Elberon church.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Bill Fry (VH), Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Lucylle Struve (VH), Joan Exline (N), Delmar-Elwood – Pastor Brian Oliver

Remember:
Dale Christianson (N) Iowa City Rehab & Health Care, 3661 Rochester Ave., Iowa City, 52245


OTHER THINGS
Garage Sale Fundraiser
May 8, 2010 for the Vinton Animal Shelter.
Regular item/ monetary donations will be
accepted through May 7. Drop off locations include: Virginia Gay Hospital, Roy’s Hometown Grocery-Vinton/Shellsburg, Martin Eye Clinic, Farmers Savings Bank, Van Horne Cornerstone Apothecary, Van Horne Farm Service, Van Horne Telephone Co.

April 18, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Today:
*Pancake Breakfast @ Elberon – 8 am-1 pm
*Camp Brunch @ Norway following worship (10 am)
*Parish SPRC @ Salem – 2:00 P.M.
*High School Youth @ Salem – 4:00 P.M.
*Native American Special Offering Sunday
(Place your offering in the envelope provided or
eartag your check and place with your regular
offering.)

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Middle School Youth @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.


Elberon will host Parish Tour # 5 on May 2. Everyone is to meet at the church at 3:00 P.M. Following the tour there will be a meal in the church basement (5-5:30). Come join the fun!

BENTON CO. FOOD BANK Item for April is your choice: Collection boxes are located in Salem Hall.

TAMA CO. FOOD BANK Item for April is paper products or your choice. Please bring to the Elberon church.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Ralph Bridgewater (VH), Lucylle Struve (VH), Joan Exline (N), Marion, Christ Community – Chad Jennings

Remember:
Karen Wiese (E)
Country Living Care,
2840 K Ave.,
Toledo, IA 52342







OTHER THINGS
Van Horne Lions Breakfast
Today, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., At the Emergency Response Station. Free Will Donation

Garage Sale Fundraiser
May 8, 2010 for the Vinton Animal Shelter. Regular item/ monetary donations will be accepted through May 7. Drop off locations include: Virginia Gay Hospital, Roy’s Hometown Grocery-Vinton/Shellsburg, Martin Eye Clinic, Farmers Savings Bank, Van Horne Cornerstone Apothecary, Van Horne Farm Service, Van Horne Telephone Co.

April 11, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of April 11, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Making cards “Cards of Peace” @ Salem – 6:30 P.M.
*Church meeting @ Norway – 7:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Sunday – April 18
*Elberon worship – 7:00 A.M.
*Pancake Breakfast @ Elberon – 8 am-1 pm
*Camp Brunch @ Norway following worship (10 am)
*Parish SPRC @ Salem – 2:00 P.M.
*High School Youth @ Salem – 4:00 P.M.
*Native American Special Offering Sunday


Mark your calendars
Elberon will host Parish Tour #5 on Sunday afternoon, May 2. Please watch bulletin announcements and May’s newsletter for further information.

Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School 2010
Dates have been set for VBS in July and August. Discussion was held at the last parish meetings on having a VBS Stage Crew that would be responsible for putting up, transferring and taking down decorations and props (other responsibilities are possible) between the churches during this time. It is hoped that this would give more opportunity for participation in this important ministry in our parish and take some burden from the VBS directors and pastors.
If you are interested please let Pastor Norm or Pastor Jena know.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Joan Exline (N), Wapsie Valley Parish – Pat Slater

Remember:
Edris Wiese (N)
Colonial Manor
3207 220th Tr.,
Amana, IA 52203






OTHER THINGS:
Van Horne Lions Breakfast Sunday April 18th, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., At the Emergency Response Station. Free Will Donation

Freedom Quilts Program by Betty Nielson of Fonda, IA Sat., April 17, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Vinton, IA. She began this project in response to the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedy. It has provided thousands of quilts to 9-11 victims’ families and to soldiers families. Coffee – 9:30 A.M. Program – 10:00 A.M. RSVP not required. Free will offering.

April 4, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Today:
Have a blessed Easter!

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Middle School Youth @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Joint UMW @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Attention Dorcas Circle
Please bring laundry detergent, paper products, personal items or boxed meal items to the Joint UMW meeting on April 7.
Also attention Salem UMW members and all interested
Have “Stepping Out in Style” items to Salem Hall by the April 7 joint meeting. The listing is on the bulletin board in Salem Hall and is basically any personal item that a woman would need on a regular basis.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Confirmands: Dezi Bridgewater (VH), Michael Zittergruen (VH), Cherie Morse (N), Melody Sedlacek (N), Nathan Douglas (N), Saundra Boots-Brockschink (N), Evelyn Brecht (N), New Covenant Parish – James Davis

OTHER THINGS:
Freedom Quilts Program by Betty Nielson of Fonda, IA Sat., April 17, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Vinton, IA. She began this project in response to the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedy. It has provided thousands of quilts to 9-11 victims’ families and to soldiers families. Coffee – 9:30 A.M. Program – 10:00 A.M. RSVP not required. Free will offering.

Pancake Breakfast @ Elberon UMC,
Sunday, April 18, 8 A.M. – 1 P.M. Free will offering.

March 28, 2010

THIS WEEK:
Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.
*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.
*Lenten After School @ Norway – 3:30 P.M.
*Confirmation @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Kid JAMS @ Salem – 3:30 P.M.
*Parish Executive Council @ Elberon – 7:00 P.M.

Friday:
*Parish Good Friday Service @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.
*Easter Service @ Blairstown – 5:00 P.M.

Next Sunday, April 4
*Parish Easter Sunrise Service @ Salem – 6:30 A.M.
*Breakfast @ Salem – 7:15 A.M.
*Easter/Confirmation Services @:
Elberon – 8:30 A.M.
Norway – 9:00 A.M.
Salem – 10:14 A.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Nathan Douglas (N), Saundra Boots-Brockschink (N), Evelyn Brecht (N), Helen Kozlik (VH), Coggon United Parish – Jennifer Filer

Remember:
Bernice Papesh (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.
Keystone, 52249

Those needing to attend the PEC meeting Wednesday evening are:
Celia Hartz, Darlene King, Shirley Miller, Evelyn Schulze, Richard Schulze, Sue Schulze, Sharon Gillespie, Alicia Lidtke, Betty Klemmensen, Wayne Klemmensen, Larry Parizek, Brenda Selk, Lois Stull, Dorothy Blackburn, Danielle Kerkman, Bruce Miller, Robert Miller, Joan Mithelman, Nola Moser, Angie Sedlacek, John Brockschink, Sally Donald, Todd Donald, Gina Embray, Pat Gorkow, Don Logan, Eric Townsley, Bonita Wilson, Gary Zittergruen, Larry Carlson, Stacy Gorkow. All are welcome!

OTHER THINGS:
80th Birthday Party for Elmer Rohlena
Saturday, April 3, 1-5 P.M. at Guaranty Bank, Fairfax.

Freedom Quilts Program by Betty Nielson of Fonda, IA
Sat., April 17, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Vinton, IA. She
began this project in response to the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedy. It has provided thousands of quilts to 9-11 victims’ families and to soldiers families. Coffee – 9:30 A.M. Program – 10:00 A.M. RSVP not required. Free will offering.

Mark your calendars!
Pancake Breakfast @ Elberon UMC,
Sunday, April 18, 8 A.M. – 1 P.M.

Annual Van Horne First Responder Breakfast today,
7:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. First Response Station.

March 21, 2010


THIS WEEK:
Today:
*Camp Brunch @ Norway – 10:15 A.M.

*Parish SPRC Meeting @ Salem – 2:00 P.M.

*High School Youth @ Salem – 4:00 P.M.

*Parish Lenten Meal & Program @ Elberon – 4:30 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.

*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

*Norway UMW – 7:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
Reading the book of 1 Peter

*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.

*Lenten After School @ Norway – 3:30 P.M.

*Ad Council @ Salem – 7:00 P.M.

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

Cancellation
The new event planned for 5PM on Palm Sunday evening and appearing in this month's newsletter will not be held. With more time to prepare, we look forward to doing something next year.

Attention Dorcas Circle
Please bring laundry detergent, paper products, personal items or boxed meal items to the Joint UMW meeting on April 7.
Also attention Salem UMW members and all interested
Have “Stepping Out in Style” items to Salem Hall by the April 7 joint meeting. The listing is on the bulletin board in Salem Hall and is basically any personal item that a woman would need on a regular basis.

Remember:
June Nekola (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.
Keystone, 52249


LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Saundra Boot-Brockschink (N), Evelyn Brecht (N), Helen Kozlik (VH), Marion Living Water – Marty Schuhmacher, Christie John

OTHER THINGS:
Open House for Marion Retter’s 95th Birthday
Today, 2-4 P.M. at Van Horne Community Center.
Cards may be sent to: 204 6th St., Van Horne, 52346-0297.

Newhall American Legion Auxiliary Pancake Breakfast today, 9 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at Newhall Legion Hall. Free will offering.

Annual Van Horne First Responder Breakfast Sunday,
March 28, 7:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. First Response Station.


















March 14, 2010

F.Y.I. The Week of March 14, 2010
THIS WEEK:
Today:
*One Great Hour of Sharing special offering
Place your offering in the envelope provided or eartag your
check and place with your regular offering.

*Parish Lenten Meal & Program @ Salem – 4:30 P.M.

Monday:
*Cards of Peace – 9:00 A.M.

*Kids Hangout @ Elberon – 4:00 P.M.

Wednesday:
*Morning Coffee Study @ Salem – 8:30 A.M.
Reading the book of Hebrews

*Prayer Time @ Salem – 9:30 A.M.

*Confirmation - 3:30-5:30 P.M.

*Kid Jams @ Salem– 3:30 P.M.

*Lenten After School @ Norway – 3:30 P.M.

*Thursday
*NOW Committee – 6:30 P.M.
Ad Council - 7:00 P.M. @ Elberon

Saturday:
*Men’s Breakfast Study @ Salem – 7:00 A.M.

*Sunday - March 21:
*Camp Brunch @ Norway – 10:15 A.M.

*Parish SPRC Meeting @ Salem – 2:00 P.M.

*High School Youth @ Salem – 4:00 P.M.

*Parish Lenten Meal & Program @ Elberon – 4:30 P.M.

LIFT UP IN PRAYER:
Helen Kozlik (VH), Coralville – Doug Williams, Jennifer Seylar

Chile Earthquake Emergency Relief Work UMCOR Advance #982450
Place your special offering in the envelope provided or eartag your check and place with your regular offering.

Remember:
Glenn Kaloupek (E)
Keystone Care Center,
250 5th St.
Keystone, 52249

OTHER THINGS:
Ham Dinner at St. Paul Catholic Church Newhall Today, 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

Open House for Marion Retter’s 95th Birthday
Sunday, March 21, 2-4 P.M. at Van Horne Community Center. Cards may be sent to: 204 6th St., Van Horne, 52346-0297.

Newhall American Legion Auxiliary Pancake Breakfast next Sunday, March 21, 9 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at Newhall Legion Hall. Free will offering.

Annual Van Horne First Responder Breakfast Sunday, March 28, 7:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. First Response Station.