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| First United Methodist Church | 200 Market Street Warren, PA 16365-2372 (814) 723-4930 |
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Church Staff
Of course, William Starr is our pastor, and as such his job description is just about everything (including the fact that he's a United Methodist Woman—???). Bill is originally from Kittanning , PA ; graduated from Grove City College ; and received his masters degree from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington , DC . Bill has been in the ministry for 32 years; serving churches in New Paris, Homer City, and St. Marys before coming to Warren in 1998. Nancy is his wife, a physical therapist working at CTI. Andrew, his eldest, is working as an architectural intern in Miami , FL. Jessie will complete her masters in April, to become a physician's assistant. Abby is a junior at Westminster in elementary education. John Slaney is our organist, director of music. Obviously John is an artist on the organ, but he also takes responsibility for the Chancel Choir, planning special music events, training acolytes, and more. John hails from the Pittsburgh area(Pirate fever!); attended Duquesne for music; went to Union Theological Seminary in NYC for sacred music; was hired at FUMC; then took a degree in pharmacy; and also works at Crones. Sylvia, his wife, is a nurse. She also serves as our chief communion steward; and also plays the carillon. David is a senior at Pitt-Bradford. And Mark has begun his education at JCC. Gale Lindell is our part-time co-director of music. Gale is responsible for the Handbell Choir, the Children's Choir, and the Youth Choir. Much of her work takes place at LOGOS on Wednesday nights. She is wonderful on the trumpet; part of Jubilee Brass and other musical programs in Warren . Jack is Gale's husband. He is a dairy farmer in Lander. John Hausmann is our newest staff member. John serves as our part-time financial secretary. He keeps the books, counts and records the offerings, pays the bills, accounts for the endowments, and supports the Finance Committee in its function. John lives in Warren . His eldest son, Brad is a captain in the Marine Corp. currently serving in Ramadi , Iraq . Marc, is a Corrections Officer at the PA State Prison in Mercer, PA. Matt, is a financial advisor with the Legend Group in Erie , PA. Ann is a nurse and lives in Tuscon, AZ. John has two grandchildren. Heidi Ketzko is our part-time Director of Christian Nurture. Heidi's responsibilities include recruiting teachers and resourcing the Christian education program in our church. Part of that includes helping the Education Committee and making sure that LOGOS is running well. You'll find Heidi volunteering all over the place keeping herself very busy. Heidi is also our part-time, assistant janitor. She is to help our janitor when special tasks need done or when he is on vacation. Heidi's eldest child is Alyssa, who works at Warren News. Hannah is a junior in high school; a member of the marchinband there; and very active in the youth, as an acolyte, nursery helper, etc. Heidi's mom—Bebe Warren is also active in the church; including serving as a nursery caregiver. Jane Culver has served our church for 28 years. She was first hired part-time as Financial Secretary for 16 years. After the secretary retired she served as financial and office secretary for 5 years. When things were getting too hectic she decided to give up the financial part and work as full time secretary. Though the job description has changed over time, she is responsible for the desk: receiving people, hospitality, keeping records for people, the bulletin, the newsletter, helping the staff with printing and publications, helping the financial secretary count offerings and keep records, everything a good secretary (and she is!) does. Jane's husband is John, a retired engineer from Sylvania . Bryan, her eldest, is superintendent at the Westwood Country Club in Williamsville , NY . Jason is superintendent at Pine Hills Golf Course in Marshburg , PA and Lori is a waitress at Venus in Warren . There are 5 wonderful grandchildren to (spoil) enjoy. And Bob Confer ! Bob is our full-time janitor. He cleans the building, cuts the grass, moves the snow, and helps people all over the building get their work done with lifting and moving. We don't find Bob saying “no” to too many people. Bob is married to Linda, an employee of Blair. Bob has a son, William a manager of DeCarlos Pizza in West Virginia . Bob is a big hit with his nieces and nephews, and many of the children of the church and pre-school.
This is our staff for now. We are interviewing for a full-time youth leader and administrative assistant. We hope to have them in place soon. We'll introduce you then.
JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH YOUTH
NEWS Sept. 28 th , 6-8 PM Jr./Sr. High youth meeting at the church Oct. 5 th , Jr./Sr. High youth Hike and Communion Oct. 12 th , 6-8 PM Jr./Sr. High youth meeting at the churchOct. 19 th , 1:30-7:30 PM Jr./Sr. High youth to Wesley Wood-horseback riding and the ropes course. Oct. 26 th , 6:00-8:00 PM Jr./Sr./ high youth meeting at the church CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS
Please save your Campbell Soup labels for Ruth M. Smith Center . All of the Ruth Smith Center programs benefit from the labels. Thousands of labels are saved each year.
If you know of anyone that would appreciate receiving a tape recording of our Sunday Worship, please stop by the Covert Room after worship or call the church office at 723-4930.
Youth instrumentalists, 7 th thru 12 th grade are invited to participate in a youth orchestra on Wednesday evenings 4:00-5:00 PM . This orchestra will be in conjunction with our Logos choirs. Bring your instruments and your voices for a fun hour of musical fellowship.
DEADLINE The deadline for the November Newsletter will be October 17 th .
CREATIVITY CIRCLE NEWS
EDUCATION BEYONDSUNDAY CHURCH SCHOOL …
-- DivorceCare —This series features 33 renowned experts (Kay Arthur, Dr. Tony Evans, Larry Burkett, Paula Rinehart, Dr. David Seamands, to name a few) on divorce & recovery topics as seen from a biblical perspective. We now have new DVD's that will reach the hearing impaired in our community. These video seminars are combined with the support group discussion of the materials presented during the video. Childcare continues to be provided at no expense to the participants. If you know anyone who's going through divorce or separation, tell him or her about DivorceCare. People are welcome to join anytime.
We will start a new session in early November . For more information, please contact Heidi Ketzko through the church office.
ALLEN CLASS NEWS
The program will be "Stuffing Stockings for Troop Treats" led by Eudoxie Broussard. Audree Ord will give devotions. Parish Nurse BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
ONE SILENT NIGHT
SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS
The “Faithful Followers ” (Parlor B) continue with a video/study entitled “ Living The Good Life Together—Hospitality: risking welcome ” led by Karen Yourchisin. “What does it mean to give & receive welcome?” What can we learn from this practice and why is it risky? In this study of ‘Christian Character in the Community', you will learn to understand why hospitality is basic to our lives as Christians. Topics include: Receiving Welcome, Risking Welcome, Risking Worship & Risking Justice. Please join this group of adults of ALL ages as they “ Come & See ” (John 1:39 ) and “ Go and do likewise ” (Luke 10:37 ) and learn how to put into practice what they have learned. The Allen Class, ( Parlor A), continues with their study with Gospels, Acts & Pauline Epistles: “The New Testament Community” led by Mary Merenick & Jane Betts. This group will begin with “ The Birth of a New Community ” with a lesson from each of the four Gospels, then move on to explore “ The Development and Work of the New Community ” from texts taken from the book of Acts. Through the final five lessons entitled “ The New Community Faces Growth Pains ,” we may see reflections of our own faith communities' struggles, conflicts & resolutions.
Oct. 05: Pedestal: (1) Deceased Members by the Allen Class (2) In honor of the marriage of Linn Worrall and John Murray Oct. 12: Avonell Tourtellott by Ted, Tom and Bruce Tourtellott and families Oct. 19: Mr. & Mrs. Howard Smith, Mr. & Mrs. Edward J. Dorn by Mr. & Mrs. Donald Dorn and Mr. and Mrs. David Dorn Oct. 26: (Altar flowers)Allen Koebley by Phyllis Koebley and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koebley (Pedestal flowers) Kathy Fritz by her family
*Our prayers should be for blessings in general, for God knows best what is good for us. -Socrates
LOGOS NEWS
LOGOS Family Ministry has gotten off to a great start! We are still in need of a 6-8 Grade Bible Study teacher. If you feel called to lead our youth in a closer relationship with God, please contact Heidi for more information. If your child can't participate in the full program, they can attend just the music portion, which is the Asbury Choir, Youth Chorale or our youth handbell choirs, which begin at 3:30 . Transportation is in place for students from WAEC , South Street & Allegheny Valley . WAHS students are transported via a car pool from church and Beaty students walk to the program. For more information on enrolling your child and signing up for a volunteer position within the program, please contact Heidi Ketzko through the church office.
LOGOS FAMILY THEMES Sept. 24 Disney Night—Bring your favorite Disney character or book Oct. 1 Friend Night – Bring your friend to LOGOS (RSVP by Mon., 9/29) Oct. 8 We Are Family! ( World Communion ) Oct. 15 Mexican Fiesta Night—Ole! Oct. 22 Pastor Appreciation Night!! Oct. 29 Trunk or Treat! Bring your Halloween costume!
HOW WE HELP Family Services of Warren County is a strong supporter of the health and well-being of this community. It is a tradition that stretches back to its nineteenth-century roots as the Children's Aid Society and continues to this day in its provision of behavioral health services for children and families throughout the Warren area. It helps families in the following ways: Counseling… Professional counselors with advanced degrees provide therapy tailored to the individual needs of each person or family. Substance Abuse Services… It is a drug and alcohol treatment center licensed by the State of Pennsylvania. , providing outpatient therapy to people suffering from addiction. Support Groups… Moral support, education, and advice are shared in support groups for domestic violence, anger management, and bereavement. Healthy Communities—Healthy Youth… This initiative promotes youth development in presentations throughout Warren County . Family Services of Warren County is one of First United Methodist Church 's outreach ministries. It is located at 185 Hospital Drive in North Warren .
UNITED
The United Methodist Women will be very busy during the month of October. Oct. 1 st , the Book Club will meet at the home of Elizabeth Jones, 24 Redwood St . If you like to read, come and share an afternoon of fun and conversation.
The Tuesday Study group will continue their new study on the plight of the American Indian entitled: "Giving Our Hearts Away". This is proving to be a very interesting study and very timely. The group will be meeting October 6, 20 and 27 at 1:00 PM in the Covert Room. Come for lively conversation and coffee.
October 18 th is the Annual Conference day to be held at the Good Shepherd Church in Leeper , PA. Registration begins at 9:30 AM . More information will follow.
The Visitors Group will meet October 21 st at 2:00 PM in the Covert Room. New visitors are always needed to help visit our shut-in.
October 23 rd will be a visit to Ruth Smith Home in Sheffield . Since our church and the UMW support this home, it will be nice to see what is happening there. Cars will leave the church parking lot at 1:00 PM for a tour and visitation of the residents.
October 15 th is the Kane District Mission Event to be held at the United Methodist Church in Eldred , PA. Registration begins at 3:30 PM with a light supper to be served at a cost of $5.00. Speaker will be the Rev. Mary Jane Fullerton, one of two American Indian pastors in our conference. Since the study for this year is the American Indian, her presentation will be quite timely. Baby items, prayer shawls will be received. Come and enjoy the companionship of other women of our church and district. OCTOBER ACOLYTES
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NOTE FROM OUR ORGANIST:
CHOIR FESTIVAL SCHEDULED
OCTOBER GREETERS
FD: Sylvia Slaney Oct. 12: SSD: Scott and Kelly Newton FD: Kirsten Wyman Oct. 19: SSD: Ken & Susan Wolfe FD: Ian, Barb and Jacob Scott Oct. 26: SSD: Gary and Becky Stone FD: Tom and Priscilla Skarada
HEAD USHER: Rick Larson CAPTAIN: Nancy Oliphant Tom Giegerich Brent Jones Dawn Larson Jim Johnson Gene O'Neill
YOUTH USHERS
Michael Crone Christian Harrington Kurt Pierson Ryan Dart Drew Lobdell Jacob Scott Henry Morrison
*"To err is human, to forgive is divine, and to laugh is what you do in between."
OCTOBER NURSERY SCHEDULE
Oct. 05: Laura Demers and Tiffany Mandeville Oct. 12: Amber Baldensperger and Kari Swanson Oct. 19: Margie Fincher and Sue Montour Oct. 26: Tammy Durante and Kimberly Yourchisin
Youth Helpers
Oct. 05: Kennedy Walter, Haley Betts Oct. 12: Emily Lobdell, Jane Larson Oct. 19: Maryanne Elder, Cassie Anthony Oct. 26: Drew Lobdell, Christian Harrington
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Mrs. Margaret Darling Mr. & Mrs. Don Dorn 209 6 th Ave. , Rm 5 62 Rt 948 Warren , PA 16365 Sheffield , PA 16347
Ms Vicki Jespersen Brent Jones 355 1/2 E Main St 604 Edgewood Dr . Youngsville , PA 16371 Warren , PA 16365
Dan Lowe 422 Follett Run Rd Warren , PA 16365
JOHN SLANEY'S CD Looking for a gift? Consider John Slaney's CD "God of Grace and God of Glory". This recording was made in our sanctuary by our organist, John Slaney. This is the first recording of the organ since the renovation of the pipe organ. The CD feature works by Manz, Pachelbel, Bach, Vierne, and Jongen, among others. Also included are four popular hymns for congregational singing. The CD's are available in the church office and the cost is $15.
POTLUCK
October 26 th at 12:30 PM the Potluck lunch will be a Chili cook off in Founders Hall.
The October Fellowship Dinner will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 14 th in Founders Hall. Remember to bring your own place setting. Be sure and sign the last column of the pew pad or call the church office, 723-4930 if you plan on attending. Join us for good food and fellowship.
COOKIE WALK
HERE I AM AGAIN!! I TOLD YOU I WOULD BE BACK!!
AND, don't for get those gently used Christmas items.
Only 14 more weeks until Christmas!!!! We will be collecting “gently used” Christmas items and decorations to sell during the famous Annual Cookie Walk. As you peruse the end of season yard sales or sort through your own Christmas collection, keep us in mind. You can drop off your donations at the church office or give me a call (563-7103) and I will pick up your items. Thank you for your participation! Carol Danielson
* God promises a safe landing, not a calm passage. -Anonymous
THANK YOU
Thank you to everyone for your prayers, cards, and visits. It is very uplifting to know your church family is thinking of you. Nancy Wilson
THANK YOU to all the church mice who volunteered to correspond with our college students this year. We have 19 students who will appreciate your cards and prayers. If anyone would like to send a note to our FUMC students their addresses are displayed on the bulletin board near the church office… Look for the CHURCH MOUSE!
We extend our sincere sympathy to the following families: the family of Rev. Don H. Lash who died on August 23, 2008 . Don is the husband of Betty Lash. Don served First Church from 1985-1989 and to the family of Ruth Jackson who died on September 15, 2008 . Ruth is the mother of Tom Jackson.
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Michelle Betts and Jerry Johnson who were married on August 9, 2008 . Michelle is the daughter of Rodney and Jane Betts and to Erin Kolbrich and Josh Spargo who were married on September 6, 2008 . Erin is the daughter of Patty Hannold.
OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS October 01 Koebley, Phyllis October 01 McCabe, Katie October 02 Lewis, Pam October 02 Pierson, Kurtis October 03 Russell, Alice October 03 Hagberg, Brian October 03 Pierson, Jessica October 03 Steele, Derek October 05 Hagg, Cathy October 05 Crone, Michael October 05 California , Jared October 09 Ruhlman, Sean October 09 Nosel, Kohl October 09 Newton , Lilly October 10 Mandeville, Tiffany October 10 Dinger, Mitchell October 12 Gannon, Katie October 13 Koebley, Richard October 14 Pierson, Jeanne October 14 Schoenborn, Bryce October 14 Elder, Maryanne October 15 Dickey, Katey October 16 Oliphant, Nancy October 16 Lewis, John October 16 English, Matt October 16 Gannon, Liam October 17 Toner, Gayle October 19 Grady, Wilda October 19 Borger , Alexander October 20 Singleton, Hal October 21 Zurcher, Patti October 21 Edwards, Mike October 22 Ackley, Barbara October 22 Carlson, Wendy October 24 Dickey, Dennis October 24 Shortt, Charles October 24 Danielson, Fred October 24 Ord, Lynn October 25 Dinger, Steve October 25 Greene, Chris October 25 Harrington, Christian October 25 Witte, Morgan October 27 Dorn, Dave October 27 Buerkle, Mandy October 29 McDaniel, Rick October 29 Tannler, Stephanie October 29 Ackley, Daniel October 30 Harvot, Doris October 30 McAfoos, Jonathan October 30 Miller, Parris October 31 DuShaw, Jonathan October 31 Toner, Susan October 31 Scott, Jacob
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Several
years ago we introduced and gave short biographies on our staff. With
changes in membership and activity, we thought we would re-introduce
the staff and their job descriptions for you. 
TAPE
MINISTRY 
YOUTH
INSTRUMENTALISTS 
The
Creativity Circle will meet on Wed., Oct. 1 st at 9:30 AM . The group
will work on harvest decorations for the sanctuary. New members are
always welcome. 
We
also have DivorceCare 4 Kids , which would run concurrently
with the Adult DivorceCare group that meets in the Everts Classroom
. This outreach program provides an opportunity for
our church to help children from this community who have experienced
divorce and separation of their parents. We are able to show how the
love of Jesus can heal the hurting and the brokenhearted. This is not
a counseling service or a one-on-one
program . DC4K is designed to help hurting
children heal in a group setting, to bring these children into the loving
arms of a church family and to feel God's love surround them. 
The
Allen Class will hold their first meeting of the Fall Season on Thurs.,
Oct. 9, 2008 . It will be a catered dinner by
Rev. Bill Starr at 6:30 PM
in the Covert Room. A social time is planned at 6:00
PM. Chicken Alfredo will be served for the cost
of $6.00. Members will be called for reservations. 
Remember
the 1 st and 3 rd Sunday following the 11 AM worship service you may
have your blood pressure checked in the Covert Room. 
“One
Silent Night,” the display of family manger sets, will again be featured
by our church during the annual Christmas Walk in Warren . The Walk
has traditionally been the first Friday in December, this year that's
December 5. We're giving plenty of notice so that you can get your manger
sets out early and plan to participate in this beautiful and fun event.
A new feature will be the addition of an Angel Corner. Many people mentioned
last year they had angels that they would like to display and so an
area will be set-up for Angels in the transept pews. Also, this year,
the church will be open with volunteers the evening before the Walk
so that you can arrange your own manger set if you'd like. Plan to join
us for a beautiful time of the year to honor our Christ's birth in this
special way. Questions or concerns please call Kathy Taydus at 563-3482.
The
Jolley Class (Covert Room) continues with their study
on “ Companions In Christ ” led by Rev. Starr. This
class is for adults of ALL ages, so please join them
as they learn more about being in relationship with one another and
with Christ. 
Our
children in Pre-School – Grade 6 studies from “ Rock
Solid: Building a Heart of Faith ”! This new & exciting
curriculum is based on Matthew 7:24
( NRSV ) “Everyone then who hears these words
of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house
on a rock”. Each child will be invited to have a personal faith experience
with God. They will learn through age-appropriate activities, crafts,
stories and games designed to give them the tools to know God through
Jesus Christ to engage their hearts and minds to build a lifelong faith.
Please (by remembering your pledge at baptism) bring your children
to Sunday School so that they can enter into a new & exciting relationship
with Jesus Christ and why not stay and go to one of the adult classes
mentioned above. 
ALTAR
FLOWERS 
METHODIST
WOMEN'S 
Oct.
05: SSD: Harold and Emily Traub 
OCTOBER
USHERS 
FELLOWSHIP
DINNER 
The
United Methodist Women's COOKIE WALK will be here before we know it
and our Jewelry Booth has been expanding the last couple of years. Our
jewelry is still our special item but we are hoping for other women's
accessories such as purses, evening bags, totes, scarves, gloves and
those old wonderful hankies. Now is a good time to start collecting.
If you call me at 723-7262 I will be happy to pick your items up or
you can drop them off at the office or my home. We're looking forward
to a bigger and better year this year. Thank you in advance for your
donations. Barb Koebley 
Thank
you “ First Church ” members and friends!! You have graciously donated
50 grocery bags filled with 500 items for the Ruth M. Smith Center which
was delivered on Monday, Sept 15 th by the Outreach Commission. They,
too, are feeling the economic “pinch” and are grateful for your generosity
and community support. God bless you!! 
SYMPATHY
WEDDINGS