en Open Hearts... Open Minds... Open Doors http://www.parkerumc.org © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=119 1). You need Quicktime on your computer to listen to these sermons. If you would like to download this please CLICK HERE. "The Risks of Mission" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Living The Heart of God" Rev. Teri Todd "Melding Our Lives with God's Life" Rev. Kerry McCormick "Radical Hospitality" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Life Transfigured" Rev. Mike Nickerson "I Think You Have the wrong number" Pat Bell January 17, 2010- Rev. Michael Nickerson January 3, 2010- Rev. Michael Nickerson "Difficulties in Being Faithful" Rev. Michael Nickerson The Amazing Parker UMC Hand Bells... "Wizards in Winter" "Consecration Sunday Message" Rev, Michael Nickerson "Consecration Sunday Message" Pat Bell "Solid Foundation" Rev. Michael Nickerson Laity Sunday Speakers 2009: Betty Johnson Dalrymple Teig Stanley Debbie Hootman "Are We Able" Rev. Kerry McCormick Missions Sunday- Rev. Michael Nickerson "God's Action in My Life"- Rev. Keith Eipper September 27, 2009- Rev. Mike Nickerson "The Other Commandment" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Entertaining Angels" -Rev. Kerry McCormick "The Good Life According to God: Sabbath Practices and Living "The Slippery Slope" Pat Bell "The Cry of the Needy"- Rev. Teri Todd "Good Life According to God" - Rev. Michael Nickerson "Ministries of the Little Way"- Rev. Teri Todd August 2, 2009- Rev. Kerry McCormick "Like Sheep Without a Shepherd" Rev. Kerry McCormick "Shake off The Dust" Rev. Kerry McCormick "Freedom" Rev. Teri Todd "Down the Rabbit Hole" Rev. Dr. Cathie Kelsey "Are You Afraid"- Pat Bell "Call Waiting" - Rev. Teri Todd June 7, 2009- Rev. Michael Nickerson May 31, 2009-"The Personality of the Holy Spirit" Pat Bell May 31, 2009- "Out of Many, One" Rev. Michael Nickerson May 10, 2009 Mother's Day-Rev. Michael Nickerson May 3, 2009 "Our Leader and Example- Rev. Michael Nickerson May 3, 2009- "Morning Messages" Rev. Kerry McCormick Rev. Kerry McCormick- April 26, 2009 You Almighty!- Rev. Teri Todd Leverage, Moving The World - Pat Bell "Every Situatiuon Presents an Opportunity" Rev. Mike Nickerson "Lenten Sermon Series" March 8. 2009- Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Light and Vision of Forgiveness" Rev. Michael Nickerson Caitlin Closs Youth Sunday Sermon 2/1/09 Lia Byrd Youth Sunday Sermon 2/1/09 "Redemption from the Elephant Tooth Guest Missionary: Dusty Hill "Gone Fishing" Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Place of Works In Our Faith" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Grace Upon Grace" Rev. Kerry McCormick "Straightening the Way" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Our Vision of Life" Rev. Michael Nickerson "If Not Now, When? - Rev. Teri Todd Laity Sunday- Teri Baird Laity Sunday- Hope O'Brien "The Pursuit of Joy!" Rev. Kerry McCormick "Methodists in the World Christian Community"- Rev. Michael Nickerson Rev. Michael Nickerson- Septemeber 21, 2008 "Between the Sea and a Hard Place" Rev.Michael Nickerson "Jesus' Disciples are Striaghtforward and Honest" "Our Place in the Kingdom" Rev. Mike Nickerson "Water, Creation, and Beauty" Rev. Mike Nickerson "Life is Good! But..." Rev.Gran Smythe "Use What You Have" Rev. Kerry McCormick "Do This" Rev. Teri Todd "The Fruits of Our Lives" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Allowing God's Growth" Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Life of a Disciple "Weighed Down or Lifted Up" Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Foundation of a Disciple" Rev. Michael Nickerson "But be Strong and Courageous" Lyndsey Shaw "The Goodness of Music and Life" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Saved By Grace" Rev. Teri Todd "Finding Unity In a Divided World" Rev. Mike Nickerson "Christ's Ascension and Constant Presence" Rev. Michael Niickerson" "Hospitality and Service" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Conscience, Love, Actions"- Rev.Michael Nickerson Into the Valley - Rev. Teri Todd "The Outcome of Our Faith/Joy" Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Wall is Down" Rev. Doug McKinney "The First Ones To The Tomb, And to Believe" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Our Rightful Place" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Spread the Word" Rev Michael Nickerson "Prayer" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Love: Misunderstood, Misused, and Essential" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Healing a Broken World" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Bearing Good Fruit" Rev. Teri Todd "Not Just Another Beginning" Rev. Larry Peterson (From Pine Ridge Reservation) "The Beginning" -Rev. Michael Nickerson "Knitting Together Strong Relationships" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Go and Search Diligently"- Rev. Teri Todd "Mindful to Care For All- First and Foremost" -Lyndsey Shaw "Straightening Up for Christmas" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Bullhorn Guy"- Ammon Lane-Ramsey (Parker UMC Youth Pastor) With Thanksgiving- Rev. Teri Todd Thanksgiving Beyond Understanding- Rev. Michael Nickerson Sunday November 11, 2007- Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Boy Who Gave his Lunch Away" Rev. Olon Lindemood "Inside Out" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Patience, Persistence, and Truth" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Faith, Hope, and Love" - Mike Oldham "Defining Moments"- Frank Hill "Experiencing God"- Pat Bell October 7, 2007- Rev. Teri Todd The Heart of Parker UMC: Integrity The Heart of Parker UMC: Faith The Heart of Parker UMC: Love The Benefits of Grace: Rev. Setan Lee Reaching Out to The World: "Striving for Life" Reaching Out to The World: Priorities and Essentials" Reaching Out to The World: "God and Our Love" (Special Musical Guest Gene Cotton) Reaching Out the World: "Moving Easily" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Methodists Unplugged" Rev. Teri Todd "How Free is Freedom?" Rev. Doug McKinney "Disciples Care For Each Other" Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Power of Discipleship" "Becoming a Disciple" "Who Do We Follow?" "The Beginning of True Power" Rev. Michael Nickerson Easter 2007- Rev. Michael Nickerson "Rich In Friendship" "Rich in Mind, Body and Spirit" "Rich in Gratitude and Generosity" "Rich in the Power of Life Changing Words" Rev. Michael Nickerson "I'm Rich?" Rev. Doug McKinney "Removing The Live Breaks" Teri Nilson Baird "In God We Trust" Michael Oldham "Christ's Claimers" Robert Lung "Have You Helped Jesus Today?" Rev. Michael Nickerson "The Truth of Our Lives"Rev. Michael Nickerson "Energy For Our Lives" "So Many Tasks, One Leader" Rev. Michael Nickerson "So Many Gifts" Rev. Michael Nickerson "So Many Stars" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Dressed for a New Year" Rev. Teri Todd "The One of Peace" Rev. Teri Todd "Preparation by Smoothing and Straightening" Rev. Michael Nickerson "Choosing of Abraham" Rev. Philip Wen "Is God more than a three letter word?" Rev. Doug McKinney "Universal Hospitality" "inviting or Hindering" Legacy Received, Legacy Given "Why did Jesus come, Why are we here?" True Food "True Sufficiency" "True Patience" "True Worship" Rev. Nickerson "So Who Are You Kidding" Rev. McKinney "Are We Leaders or Followers?" "Where the Welcome Matt Ends" Rev. Teri Todd "Accountability, Repentance, and Forgiveness" "Our Time, Our Lives" "Pressure, Decision, Consequences" "Backpacking through Life" "True Power and Grace" "I Love Fish Tacos" (Ammon Lane-Ramsey) "An Ambassador's Choice" "Into the World United" (Lyndsey Shaw) 5 Ways of Loving (Rev. Doug) "Fear and Love" "Let Us Love One Another" God's Digital Photography- Digital or Personal? "With Whom Are We Walking?" Easter 2006- "The Living Christ" Palm Sunday 2006 "A Life Shared With One Another" "The Cry of the Heart" - Rev. Teri Todd "A Life of Nourishment" "Cooperation and Joy" "A Life of Abundance" "Transfiguring Life" "What Mind Are You In?" "Following God's Messages" "Cured" "Disciples of Jesus, Part 1" "Baptism- The Beginning of Ministry" The Making of a Wise Man Christmas Day 2005- Rev. Todd Christmas Eve 2005- Rev.Nickerson December 18, 2005- "Getting Ready For Christmas" November 27, 2005- "Which Traditions do we Follow?" November 11, 2005- "Life that is really Life" November 6, 2005 "Children of God" October 29, 2005 "Teachers and Students" October 23, 2005 Setan Lee Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:04:15 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=833 Happenings this Week at Parker UMC (click here) Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:13:14 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=606 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=606&article_id=2082 Welcome to this weekly update of highlighted happenings at Parker UMC. Here are a few ways we invite you to be involved in the ministries of your church. You can read the entire “Happenings at Parker UMC” bulletin insert at our website, www.parkerumc.org Note from the Missions Committee – thanks for your UMCOR donations for January & February which totaled $7,006 in cash and $3510 in health kit value for a total of $10,516. Simple Suppers for Lent – enjoy supper with friends at Parker UMC from 5:15-6:00 p.m. Then, join a Wednesday evening Lent study group to feed your soul! Men‘s Breakfast this Saturday, March 13th – come at 8:00 for food and fellowship. All men are welcome Pine Ridge 2010 mission meeting Saturday (Mar. 13th) at 9:30 – meet in room #137. If you have any interest in being part of this mission please plan to attend this meeting. “Buy A Mile” to help support Youth Missions – Information is available in the narthex. One Great Hour of Sharing special offering on Sunday – this once a year offering helps UMCOR respond to catastrophes around the world, and to seek justice and mercy for suffering people everywhere. Special envelopes will be in your bulletin. Our March mission of the month is the Heifer Project – don‘t forget to pick up your “ark” and begin filling it with coins. Wrapped soft (not hard) candy needed for Easter egg hunt – Please drop off your wrapped candy packages in the basket on the Children‘s Ministry table in the narthex. Passover Seder Meal and Holy Land slides 3/31 – Enjoy a traditional Passover Seder meal beginning at 5:15 p.m. Enjoy views of the Holy Land by way of Rev. Kerry and Office Manager, Mel Bond, who have recently returned from a trip to Israel. RSVP to the office (303-841-3979) so we have food for all. Spring forward this Sunday, March 14th! Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:09:42 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=934 Click here for a list of Events during March, for Lent, and Holy Week. Sunday 3/21 is FRANK Sunday. Invite a FRANK (a Friend, Relative, Associate, Neighbor and even Kids) to Church with you. Take a few Invite cards to share with your FRANKs so they can be comfortable at Church. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=927 www.twitter.com/parkerumc Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=923 Click here for a pdf version of this year's Lent Devotion Booklet. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=912 We offer Holy Communion every Sunday. On the 1st Sunday of each month it is offered at each of our 3 services. On the remaining Sundays of the month, it is offered in the Fellowship Hall at 9:10am. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=874 Click here to access the on-line 2010 Commitment Form. Thank you for your commitment to the ministries of Jesus Christ at Parker UMC and the Elizabeth Campus. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=845 Powered by the Holy Spirit, 'Rethink Church' serves as a catalyst that moves the denomination, and those we hope to reach, into dialogue -- and ultimately, into transformative, collaborative action. What if church were a verb? What would it look like? What if there were 10,000 doors into church? Watch the video by clicking here. Then send your thoughts and ideas to rethink@parkerumc.org Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=834 Access the weekly prayer list by logging in and selecting the group "Parker United Methodist". Check the 1st message within that Group for weekly updated prayer lists. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=825 Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=711 Click here for more information. New items added to this page on 5/10/2008 If you want to help expand our recycling efforts beyond what we can do today, please contact Mel at the church office on 303 841-3979 Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=685 As I mentioned in the sermon on Feb. 25th, Kathleen Flood has come up with a way to observe the 7 offices of prayer during the day from the Benedictines in a way that is possible when you do not live in a monastery. The purpose of these is to bring us back into contact and conversation with God throughout the day. The Latin name for the office is followed by the times. Click here for the 7 offices and the times. You might try this out over Lent. Also you might try the empty chair that I mentioned. Let me know if either helps your prayer life. Grace and peace, Pastor Mike Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=622 Click here for our weekly Service Men & Women Prayer List Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=537 If you are visiting our website but haven't yet attended services at Parker UMC, we are interested in knowing what other information you might like to have that will bring you here! If you would like to share that with us, please send an email to office@parkerumc.org or click here to send an email. We will keep your information confidential and only contact you if you request it. We would like to gather information on how people are finding out about Parker UMC and what brings them here for a 1st Visit - or what might keep them from trying us out. Thanks from your Parker UMC Hospitality & Outreach Ministry Team Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=106 United Methodist Church's Home Page Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=104 Our Vision: "INSPIRING THROUGH CHRIST THE LOVE OF GOD AND NEIGHBOR." 11805 S. Pine Drive, Parker, CO 80134 OFC 303 841-3979, FAX 303-805-8955 EMAIL office@parkerumc.org Worship Services Times - Communion is served on the 1st Sunday of the month at all services and at 9:10am on the rest of the Sundays in the month Our 8:00 am Worship uses a traditional liturgy with traditional hymns and music led by the Good News Choir to help us center our worship experience. Children are encouraged to participate in the Children's Church after the Children's Sermon during this service. Our 9:30 am Worship is more informal with the same hymns as the 8am and fewer parts of the regular United Methodist liturgy. This worship has a variety of musical styles led by our choir.Our 11:00 am Worship, called iWorship, is a contemporary service experience led by a praise band singing lots of celebration music. In all three services the sermon is based on the same scriptures with a slight variation in style. We hope you will find that one of these three services enhances your sense of God's presence as you worship. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:38:30 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=12 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=12&article_id=935 Tue, 9 Mar 2010 08:59:37 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=911 January 2010 February 2010 March 2010 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 08:54:38 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=11&article_id=86 Committed to educating, inspiring and caring for all God's children A Christian early childhood experienceOur door is always open! Please call or email us with any questions: 303-841-3979Tricia Woods, Director (tricia@parkerumc.org)Shannon Redden, Office Manager (shannon@parkerumc.org) CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A LIST OF CLASS OPTIONS FOR 2010-2011 CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD 2010-11 PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT REGISTRATION DATES All registration forms (see above) should be submitted to the Preschool Office by February 16. Church members and currently enrolled families will be notified of status by February 24. Public registration will begin on February 25 and continue until all programs are full. It is not necessary to be present for registration. The Registration Form will be used as a lottery entry if a lottery becomes necessary. Enrollment Paperwork for 2010-2011 School Year: To download and print the 2010-11 Enrollment Packet, click here. To download and view or print the Parent Handbook, please click here. To download and print the General Health Appraisal Form, please click here. To download and print the Certificate of Immunization Form, click here. To download and print the 2010-11 School Calendar, click here. Kindergarten/ Jr Kindergarten Our Kindergarten & Jr K programs are full day classes. This allows the children to learn at their own pace. The children will also have time for science, social studies and individual learning. Kindergarten (born on or before 10/01/05) Monday-Thursday 9:00-2:00, Friday 9:00-11:30 Tuition: $350 per month - non-refundable first month's tuition is due by May 15, 2009 Non-refundable Book & Supply Fees: $200 Jr. Kindergarten (Born on or before 3/31/06 and has attended one year of preschool/pre-K) Monday & Wednesday 9:00-2:00, Friday 9:00-11:30 Tuesday & Thursday 9:00-2:00, Friday 12:30-3:00 Tuition $275 per month; Supply fee $55 annually Our Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten programs are designed for children aged 2 to 5. Our curriculum provides a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences in the areas of gross & fine motor, language, cognitive and social. New themes and multi-sensory centers are introduced through Creative Curriculum, Handwriting Without Tears and High Reach Worship Curriculum. Worship time is experienced bi-monthly as a large group, as well as daily in the classroom. Young Twos (Born 10/1/08 to 4/1/09); Tues/Thurs, 9:00-11:30; Tuition $165 monthly, supply fee $40 annually. Toilet training is not required but strongly encouraged. Two Year Olds (Born 3/31/08 to 10/1/08); M-W-F, 9:00-11:30; tuition $205 monthly, supply fee $40 annually. Young Threes (Born after 10/1/07) M-W-F, 9:00-11:30, tuition $200; Tu-Th, 9:00-11:30, tuition $160 monthly, supply fee $45 annually Threes (Born on or before 10/1/07) M-W-F, 9:00-11:30, tuition $200; Tu-Th, 9:00-11:30, tuition $160 monthly; supply fee $45 annually Young Fours (Born after 10/1/06) M-W-F, 9-11:30 or Tu-Th 9:00-1:00; tuition $205, supply fee $50. Fours (Born on or before 10/1/06) M-W-F 9-11:30 or 12:30-3:00, Tu-Th 9:00 - 1:00; tuition $205, supply fee $50. Extended Day is an extension of the morning programs. The children do arts and crafts, science experiments, cooking and other fun activities. Children are required to lie down and rest for at least 45 minutes. Two year olds accepted on a trial basis only. Monday through Friday (all classes that end at 11:30) 11:30-3:00, Monthly tuition: 1 day $62, 2 days $124, 3 days $175 Tu-Th 1:00-3:00; Monthly tuition: 1 day $36, 2 days $67 Lunch Bunch is offered daily from 11:30 to 12:30. Children can come one hour early or stay an hour later to eat lunch and play. Monthly tuition: 1 day $26, 2 days $42, 3 days $62Open Enrollment The purpose of Little Blessings Christian Preschool and Kindergarten is to provide non-discriminating early childhood Christian education. Handicapped children with needs that can be met by the teaching staff of Little Blessings Preschool & Kindergarten are accepted. Any child, meeting the age restrictions, regardless of sex, race or religious preference may enroll at Little Blessings Preschool & Kindergarten. Admissions Order of registration will begin in January for children who are members of Parker United Methodist Church, followed by currently enrolled students, siblings of currently enrolled students, siblings of alumni, then public open registration. When enrolling, a non-refundable registration fee per family and a non-refundable supply fee per child are due. August tuition is due by July 1 and September tuition is due by August 5. The following items must be completed before your child's registration is complete: Completed Registration Packet that has been reviewed by the Director or Office Manager (including all emergency information); Physical Exam Form; Immunization Card; appropriate fees paid. Non-Discrimination Policy Little Blessings Preschool & Kindergarten admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies and scholarship programs. The mission of Little Blessings Preschool & Kindergarten is to work cooperatively with families to facilitate a program that will create a solid educational foundation for young children. It is our mission to help preschoolers grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, spiritually and physically through hands-on learning experiences that meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of each child. Our educational philosophy reflects the basic concept that God created each individual with unique gifts. It is our responsibility as teachers to help each child realize his/her potential through guidance, encouragement and Christian love. Our school is licensed by the State of Colorado. Our policies, procedures and schedules meet State requirements. Our school is also inspected by the Tri-County Health Department and Parker Fire Department annually. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:11:41 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38&article_id=928 MISSION: “The people of Parker UMC will faithfully and enthusiastically continue Christ’s work of nurturing new life through: 1) Centering our spiritual lives by practicing spiritual disciplines including prayer, worship, generosity, study and service. 2) Developing followers of Christ among those already within our faith community, as well as intentionally welcoming those outside the church family, into the life we have found in Christ. Together we will nurture that life through Small Groups, education, support, and fellowship. 3) Living that Christ life and light in the local and world community through acts of love, compassion, justice and mission” CORE VALUES Faith: • is trusting that God has our best interest at heart • is the continual action of connecting with Jesus Christ • is being sure of what is hoped for and certain of what we do not see • gives our lives purpose and wholeness Love: • is unselfish, loyal and benevolent concern for the well being of others • is acknowledging and valuing diversity in humans and in all creation • is resisting evil, injustice and oppression in all their forms • is recognizing the value of all of God’s children Humility: • is accepting our brokenness and sinfulness • is surrendering to God’s gift of righteousness, mercy and grace • is willingness to modify our beliefs to be consistent with our new experiences and understanding • is realizing that we do not know the whole truth Integrity: • is a disciplined approach to honestly expressing one’s self • is sincerity of the heart and intention • is the integration of thoughts, feelings and actions • is fostering trust in all relationships Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:49:13 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38&article_id=925 Vision of the United Methodist Church: "TO MAKE DISCIPLES OF JESUS CHRIST FOR THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE WORLD." Vision of Parker United Methodist Church: "Inspiring Through Christ the Love of God and Neighbor." Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:46:12 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=812 Click on the issue below for a PDF version January 2009 February 2009 March 2009 April 2009 May 2009 June 2009 July 2009 August 2009 September 2009 October 2009 November 2009 December 2009 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:23:42 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=331 If you wish to submit articles for the Cross and Flame, they are due by the 15th of each month and should be emailed to crossandflame@parkerumc.org You can find our monthly newsletter, The Cross and Flame, On-line by clicking on the issue you wish to open. These files required Adobe Reader, which is a free software. 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UMCOR is part of the General Board of Global Ministries. SECURITY NOTE: UMCOR utilizes the latest technologies to provide completely secure online donations. However, to combat potential "phishing" or "mirroring" fraud, when you click the link on this email to provide a gift on UMCOR's website, please make certain the URL address on your browser reads exactly as follows: http://secure.gbgm-umc.org/donations/umcor/donate.cfm?code=418325&id=3018760 UMCOR RESPONDS TO EARTHQUAKE IN HAITI Dear Friend, Just before 5:00 pm local time on January 12, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, the largest in the nation's history. Centered about 10 miles southwest of Port-au-Prince, this quake has caused enormous damage and loss of life. The death toll is mounting. Hundreds of thousands are feared dead. The suffering of the injured is beyond comprehension, and compounded by the collapse of medical facilities. Buildings were destroyed . . . homes, churches, schools, hospitals, businesses, government facilities. The country is in ruins, with no electricity and no water in Port-au-Prince. As many as 3 million survivors need basic supplies, medical attention, food, water and emergency shelter. The homeless and hurting urgently need help. Your help is needed! Your gift today will help UMCOR respond with emergency assistance as quickly as possible, including the provision of 3 cargo containers of health kits. Please give generously to speed relief and recovery efforts. Our prayers are with the children and families who are hurting as a result of this devastation. We are also compelled to share with you our concern for UMCOR's deputy general secretary, Sam Dixon, and colleagues traveling with him in Haiti when the earthquake hit. As of this morning, we have received word that the team has been located in the rubble of the Hotel Montana and they are in the process of being rescued. Your prayers are sincerely appreciated. We are not seeking volunteers to go to Haiti at this time, but your generous response is urgently needed to help get relief supplies to Haiti. Again, please give generously today. You can give online; or call 1-212-870-3951 to give by phone; or mail your check to UMCOR, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 1500, New York, NY 10115. UMCOR Please GIVE to provide health kits and other relief supplies to the people of Haiti. Volunteer-in-missions teams make a big difference in Haiti. However, in the weeks immediately following this disaster, only emergency responders and specially trained volunteers will be allowed to enter the area. This is because of health concerns due to structural damage and water-borne illness, as well as lack of infrastructure to host volunteers. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:49:54 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=909 HEALTH KITS URGENTLY NEEDED BY UMCOR FOR HAITI (1/21/2010) COLLECTION BOX IS IN THE NARTHEX The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) urgently needs health kits for distribution in Haiti. All items included in kits must be NEW items. Since strict rules often govern product entry into international countries, it is important that kits contain only the requested items-nothing more. Place these items inside a sealed one-gallon plastic bag and put in the drop box in the Narthex. UMCOR Health Kit 1 hand towel (15" x 25" up to 17" x 27", No kitchen towels) 1 washcloth 1 comb (large and sturdy, not pocket-sized) 1 nail file or fingernail clippers (no emery boards or toenail clippers) 1 bath-size bar of soap (3 oz. and up) 1 toothbrush (single brushes only in original wrapper, No child-size brushes) 6 adhesive plastic strip sterile bandages $1.00 to purchase toothpaste **(NOTE: UMCOR is purchasing toothpaste in bulk to be added to health kits before shipping to ensure that the product does not expire before they are sent.) All emergency kits are carefully planned to make them usable in the greatest number of situations. Do NOT include any personal notes, money or additional materials in the kits. These things must be painstakingly removed and will delay the shipment. Your giving to Haiti Relief has been outstanding! Over $4100 was given last week and is on its way to UMCOR. Let’s not stop now! God’s peace, Mel Mel Bond Parker UMC Office Manager 303 841-3979 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:48:37 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2101 Click here for Kim & Dusty 1_13_10 Update. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:10:25 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=612 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=612&article_id=376 Becoming Disciples Through Bibles Study - NEW CLASSES WILL BEGIN IN THE FALL OF 2010 Disciple Studies Begin each September. Disciple I - Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study Disciple II-Into the Word and Into the World Disciple III-Remember Who You Are- Disciple IV-Under the Tree of Life Christian Believer- SHORT TERM DISCIPLE COURSES such as INVITATION TO THE NEW TESTAMENT ( 8 weeks) & INVITATION TO ROMANS (16 weeks) will also be offered. Check the Sunday bulletin for dates. Wed, 6 Jan 2010 16:04:12 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=622 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=622&article_id=2104 Each Spring a group of enthusiastic hikers get together and "Hike with Pastor Mike". Watch the bulletins or newsletter for details or call the church office for details. Wed, 6 Jan 2010 16:01:01 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=622 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=622&article_id=2068 6/10/2008 - a slight change in plans. Mike will not be going on the hike on 6/14. The St. Mary's Lake Hike has been rescheduled to Saturday, 6/28. We will hike on June 14th, but will change the venue to Chief Mountain. St. Mary's Glacier is rescheduled as a second hike this month on June 28th. When: Saturday 6/14 Where: Arapaho National Forest - Chief Mountain. Chief Mountain is a great hike that offers great views. The peak is barely above the tee line. This hike is dog friendly. You can bring them. Everything stays the same for this Saturday, June 14th: Meet at the church at 8:50 AM for 9:00 AM departure. (After UMM breakfast) A 10:30 start at the trailhead will allow us to make the summit by noon. Click here to go to the Chief Mountain website. Bring: Water, lunch, poles, camera. Arapaho National Forest - Chief Mountain Distance: 3.0 miles Rating: Moderate to Strenuous Strenuous due to altitude at tree line. Elevation: 10,680 - 11,710 ft. Located: 12.3 miles west of Evergreen on CO 103. Park on road near Echo Mountain Ski Lift. Short hike with steady elevation gain. Great Plains to Peaks view at the summit. When? Saturday 6/28/2008 - Where? Arapahoe National Forest. St Mary's Lake Glacier and Lake. 2.0 mile hike - rated moderate to strenuous. Bring a sack lunch, water, pole and camera. Contact: John Barthel (720) 842-0822 or John.Barthel@comcast.net Elevation: 10,400 - 10,800 ft. Located: West of Idaho Springs on I-70 at exit 238. Scenic alpine lake and glacier. Short hike with .75 mile of steep elevation gain. Meet at church at 8:50 AM. We'll try to leave at 9AM. Bring: Lunch, water, camera, poles, sunscreen etc. Dogs on leash are allowed on the trail. I suggest you research this before bringing a dog. I read somewhere dogs are OK, but don't find same message today. Wed, 6 Jan 2010 16:01:01 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=5 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=5&article_id=2103 "If you make my word your home you will indeed by my disciples" - John 8:31 Each year, starting in September, we offer a variety of the "Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study" classes. Begin with DISCIPLE I, the foundation course, where you will read over 80% of the Bible. DISCIPLE I is strongly recommended before taking any of the other Disciple Classes. Each in the series runs from 33 to 34 weeks in length. DISCIPLE II: INTO THE WORD / INTO THE WORLD - Old Testament Genesis & Exodus and New Testament Luke DISCIPLE III: REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE - The Prophets & the Letters of Paul DISCIPLE IV: UNDER THE TREE OF LIFE - The "Writings" and the books of John and Revelation CHRISTIAN BELIEVER JESUS IN THE GOSPELS Watch for sign up sheets starting in August and updates in the Cross & Flame and the Sunday bulletins. We also offer some of the shorter term Disciple classes: Invitation to the Old Testament, Invitation to Romans, Invitation to Genesis, Invitation to the Psalms, Invitation to John, Invitation to the New Testament. These generally run 8 to 10 weeks in length. Wed, 6 Jan 2010 15:22:33 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=5 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=5&article_id=301 Find a class that interests you. Join this Sunday morning "Hour of Power". You won't be disappointed. We offer interesting Adult classes on Sunday Mornings at 9:30am & at 11am. Check out the Sunday bulletin or the newsletter "The Cross & Flame" for class titles and details. Classes include short and longer term studies, Financial Peace University (offered several times a year), New Members Classes, all-Church studies during Lent, and other 1 time offerings. Wed, 6 Jan 2010 15:11:36 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=903 Parent's Night Out is a time that parents can drop off their kids with our qualified staff and have some time for themselves! From 5:30 to 9:00 your children will be playing games, doing crafts, listening to stories, and spending some time with their friends! There is a new low fee of $15 for the first child and $10 per additional child. Dinner will NOT be provided but snack i.e. goldfish, cheerios, and fruit loops will be provided. If you would like to sign up your children please contact Julianna, Nursery Childcare Minister at 303-841-3979 or Julianna@parkerumc.org Since this program has been such a hit we are lowering the price!!!! $15 for the first child and $10 per additional child. NEW FUN COUPON!! If you come 5 times from January to May you get the 6th night FREE!!! PNO Dates: January 8th and 22nd February 12th and 26th March 12th April 9th and 23rd May 14th Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:02:39 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=901 Ages 6 wks-3yrs. Weekdays & Evenings (arranged only upon request): Ages 6 wks- 12 yrsIf you have any questions or concerns please contact Julianna, Nursery Childcare Minister, at julianna@parkerumc.or or 303-841-3979 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:02:01 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=902 1. Please label your child's diaper bags or any other belongings at the table that's located at the entrance of the nursery. A nursery staff member will fill out a nametag at the counter with a corresponding pager number and any other important information. 2. Please be assured that a staff member will page you if your child has been crying for 10 minutes. If you want to be paged sooner or later please let an adult staff member know. 3. For any first time visitor or any guardian who has a child with separation anxiety please feel free to accompany your child into the nursery. 4. If your child has any allergies or special needs please notify an adult staff member. Nursery only provides goldfish, cheerios, and fruit loops to children for snack. 5. At our PUMC Nursery we strive to provide a healthy environment for your child. In order to do so, please do not bring your child in if they have a fever, vomiting, diarrhea within the previous 24 hours, any symptoms of childhood disease such as scarlet fever, measles, mumps, chicken pox, and whooping cough, runny nose with any colored discharge, sore throat until 24 hours after treatment, any unexplained rash, skin infection, pink eye or other eye infection, and head lice. 6. All classes have an end time and nursery expects that a guardian should arrive to pick their child up within ten minutes after the class end time. 7. During pick up time an adult staff member will not dismiss a child until the corresponding pager is returned for safety reasons. 8. Children need to arrive at the nursery with clean hands, face, and clean diapers. This is needed to maintain a healthy environment. 9. All members of all classes who use the nursery should include the Nursery Childcare Minister on their class email list for any changes or cancellations in the meeting times. 10. If you are in a class and your child becomes ill or for some reason you cannot attend your class please immediately call or email the Nursery Childcare Minister. Every September and January we are asking that each family who uses the nursery and childcare at anytime other than Sunday morning worship fills out a registration form and corresponding registration fee (fee payment information is on the registration form). Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:59:05 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=900 To provide a ministry to babies and young children in such a way that they experience grace and joy. We maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment. Our nursery staff is well trained in CPR, first aid, and universal precautions. We understand that each child is a blessing from god. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:47:56 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=899 CHECK OUT OUR PRETEEN GROUP!!! This is a fun and exciting group for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders! Through September to April we meet twice a month on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00. Usually during the summer we meet once a month for BBQ and volleyball. During our meetings we start with some yummy dinner and then move on to discussion time. This is a time that the preteens are able to ask questions and get help with anything that is bothering them. We also talk about stories in the bible and start to learn about God's love and grace for each one of us. After discussion we have anything from games and crafts to creepy crawly visitors! Friends are always welcome to come!! If you have any questions about our group please contact Julianna at julianna@parkerumc.org. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:38:54 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=898 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:38:54 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=897 Kim&Dusty Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:00:02 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=4&article_id=896 Each Month Parker UMC highlights a Mission of the Month. The list is updated each year in November or December, so if you have a passion for a particular mission or ministry, you can submit it to the Missions Committee, Frank Hill and Shari Quackenbush - co chairs. To be on the list, there must be an advocate for that mission who coordinates the monthly activities: there is a speaker who introduces the Mission on the last Sunday of the preceding month, and update the Mission Bulletin Board and Kiosk. All funds designated to a Mission goes directly to that Mission. No General Budget Funds are used to support Missions. In 2010 our Missions of the Month are below. Click on each for a description or some current Information. January: Missionaries and Wycliff Bible Translators Kim & Dusty Hill February: DENUM Food Bank March: Heifer Project April: Russia initiative May - December - will be confirmed at the next Mission Meeting, which is the 1st Wednesday of each Month. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:59:19 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=5 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=5&article_id=6 9:30 am & 11:00am Worhip Services Adults are encouraged to worship at one of the three services and become involved in classes available at 9:30 am and 10:50 am. Please see the Adult Section for details on the various classes offered. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 08:34:16 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=517 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=517&article_id=381 Check out this site for upcoming XYZ activities. Contact Marylyn Anstedif you have any questions about any events. Come Join Us! Fridays 9 AM, for our monthly 3rd Friday breakfast. Meet at Village Inn on Parker Rd just north of the church. XYZingers rehearse each Thurs. morning, contact Denver Fox at (303-773-3890). For infomation on HIKE/BIKE/LUNCH, contact Denver Fox at (303-773-3890). Events for 2010 JAN - XYZ Computers 101 - POC: Bob Rotruck FED - Wildlife Experience - POC: Pat Lewis MAR - Four Mile Historic Park in Denver - POC: APR - Forney Muesum of Transportation - POC: Carl Mesnig MAY - Celestial Seasoning and Learning Tree - POC: JUN - Bent's Old Fort - LaJunta (over nighter) - POC: JUL or AUG - Prairie Canyon Ranch & Picnic - POC: Twila Hughes JUL or AUG - Annula Picnic & Boating, Cherry Creek Park - POC: Bob & Barbara Rotruck SEP - Georgetown Loop Train Ride - POC: Betty Olson OCT - Cherokee Ranch & Castle (Sedalia) - Kathy Hill NOV - Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Company - POC: DEC - Annual Christmas Pot Luck - POC: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:23:26 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=175 DREAMCATCHER BED & BREAKFAST 416 La Lomita Road, Taos, NM 87571 Innkeepers Prudence & John Abeln 1-888-758-0613 email: dream@taosnm.com Website: www.dreambb.com P.O. Box 2069, Taos, NM 87571 WINGMAN WINGS Award-Winning Wingman Wings Buffalo style chicken wings, hamburgers, philly steaks and more Located behind the Sonics off of Lincoln and Jordon Roads Owner: Karl Kigerl 303.841.9750 http://wingmanwings.com PRESCRIPTION FOR SUCCESS Claudette & Perry Anderson, Directors An Educational Diagnostic Testing & Tutoring Clinic Parker, CO 303-993-4648 www.prescriptionforsuccess.net anderson_cl@comcast.net Kara Hartley - Director - WORK AT HOME UNITED Preferred Customer Discounts of 30-40% on 350+ Eco-Friendly, Safer and Organic options that are less expensive and higher quality than shopping at the grocery store or supercenter! Fund-Raising Opportunities and Free Samples available upon request! Your Life, Your Dreams, Your Business! Phone: 303-906-6186 karahartley@comcast.net www.earningmyincomefromhome.com or http://4sweetsuccess.ilovesuccess.net - for Fund-Raising Information Marci Bader Broker Associate Prestige Real Estate Group, LLC Direct: 303-887-7246 Office: 303-268-0626 Fax: 303-799-5178 mbader@prestigerealtygroup.com "Individual financial planning and portfolio management along with business services to the small business sector" Benjamin Garneau, Vice President Senior Financial Advisor Certified Financial Manager Private Client Group 303-689-8049 800-273-8745 toll free 303-689-8050 fax http://fa.ml.com/benjamin_garneau Bar Q Diamond Ranch Owners: Stephen, Shari, Kurt, Tiffany & Melissa Quackenbush Raising Llamas, Angora Goats and Mustang Horses. May have llamas and/or goats for sale. Will also provide llama hikes or picnics for an unusual event. Telephone # 303-688-6662 Business's web site: www.Bar-Q-Diamond.com Aurora Sentinel, Aurora Daily Sun & Mile High Guardian/Mile High Suburban Press Dawn Brandt Newspaper advertising in the metro weekly publications Phone 720-449-9700 Fax 303-750-7699 dawnbrandt@aurorasentinel.com www.aurorasentinel.com "Party On" Owner: Linda Calhoun Children's Indoor Jumping Center. We offer Open Playtime and Birthday Parties. Telephone #: 303-840-4849 Business's web site: http://www.partyonparker.com/ Keyop Reprographics Larry Maass Scanning and Printing Phone: 303 792-3877 FAX 303 792-3899 Email: Larry@keyop.com Website: http://www.keyoprepro.com/ Rocky Mountain School Apparel, LLC. Judy Stephens Sells school uniforms and medical scrubs 303-840-4320 303-841-4538 (fax) Cello Lessons Jennifer Bell 720-851-0373 Parker Vacuum and Sewing Pat and Jennifer Bell Vacuum and sewing machine sales and repair 303-840-3989 Private Violin and Guitar Lessons (Beginner through Intermediate) Kelsey Hill 720-244-9108 Email: kelseylhill@comcast.net No Strings Attached Quartet Julie St. Croix Weddings * Receptions * Parties 303-771-5941 720-971-5941 Email: Julie.st.croix@thomson.com Elements Home Spa Beth Neil, Independent Consultant 303-593-0290 303-909-4994 Email: Beth.neil@ElementsHomeSpa.net Website: www.ElementsHomeSpa.com Shaklee® Nancy J. Goodrich, Independent Distributor Provides high-quality natural vitamins, dietary supplements, household cleaners, skin care, cosmetics, air cleaners and water filtration products that promote human health as well as the health of the planet. 303-841-7511 Email: purehealth@comcast.net Website: www.shaklee.net/goodrich Duke Consulting Tom Duke Homeowner’s Insurance Claim Consultant - Specializing in Replacement Roofs 303-359-9010 Hayes & Company Vance and Donna Hayes Real Estate and Property Management 303-841-1225 303-841-8110 (fax) Email: vhayes@indra.com Website: www.vrhayes.com Shaklee® Pam Cohn, Independent Distributor Provides high-quality natural vitamins, dietary supplements, household cleaners, skin care, cosmetics, air cleaners and water filtration products that promote human health as well as the health of the planet. 303-841-1084 Email: pam_cohn@comcast.net Adams Enterprises Bob and Joan Adams A health and wellness company in partnership with the Shaklee®Corporation. Food supplements manufactured to pharmaceutical standards. They also teach others how to develop multiple stems of income. 720-842-4772 Faith Counseling Center Julie Uhernik RN, MS, NCC Offers counseling services for Parker and surrounding communities. Individual- Adult, Adolescent, Marital, Pre-Marital, Couples and Families. Reasonable fees, sliding scale available. 303-918-1775 Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Professional Troy Stevens, CSCS Health and fitness consultation, program design, home gym set-up and design, and at-home or neutral site personal training. 303-910-6036 Email: TDSCSCS@hotmail.com EZ Flooring, LLC Eric Anderson & Perry Anderson Flooring and Handyman Services 303-594-8372 720-851-9671 (fax) Email: EZ-Flooring@hotmail.com Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:01:22 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2099 Click here to read Rev. Paul's May letter to his supporting congregations. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:56:57 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2098 Click here to read the May 2009 letter from Wycliffe Bible Translators Kim & Dusty Hill. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:56:57 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2097 Click here to read Rev. Paul's February 2009 letter to his supporting churches. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:56:57 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2096 Click here to read the latest update from Kim & Dusty Hill Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:56:57 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2093 From: Kim Hill [mailto:kimannhill@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 3:39 PM To: kim_hill@sil.org Subject: Hill's February Prayer Update Email Dear Praying Friends, We're writing you from Denver, having a great time back in the Rockies, but sorry that our time here has gone so quickly. We arrived in Denver after Christmas and moved into a small condominium. Our schedule has been so busy with speaking engagements, meeting with friends, and taking care of the to-do list that it's been nice to unwind in a place of our own. We've definitely had some highlights in Colorado. We've been able to spend lots of time with our family here, including our new niece Bella. Jack has had fun playing in the snow and learning how to sled and make snow angels, although getting into all the warm gear isn't always so pleasant. Tessa's had fun in a local preschool two mornings a week which we hope will help prepare all of us for our journey into home schooling back in Tanzania. We had a mini-vacation to Breckenridge, and neither of us fell while skiing for the first time in 4 years! Mostly, we're thankful for all the encouragement we have received from everyone here who has been so supportive of and interested in our lives and ministry in Tanzania. Kidisms: Tessa, while trying to eat crumbly pancakes: "These pancakes are not working for me. I'll drink the syrup." Jack, during a church presentation while Dusty was talking into the microphone about how we train nationals: "Train!! Choo choo choo!" Schedule for February: February 13: leave Denver February 15-23: Dallas for missions conference February 23 – March 7: Travel to OK, MO, WI, MN, SD, WY, and back to CO to visit supporters and friends Prayer Requests: Travel. Please pray for safety on the roads and sanity while we're in the car and in transition from Feb 13 - early March. Home schooling curriculum. Pray that we can make a good choice for educating our kids back in Tanzania Translation work in Musoma: Pray for an important discourse workshop currently underway in which the national translators and missionaries are continuing to work on the Luke 1 and 2 translations in 8 languages. Praises: One new missionary joining us to work with the project in literacy and another to help us educate the missionary kids in Musoma, including Jack and Tessa! Enjoyable time in Denver reconnecting with our family, friends, and supporting churches Once again, we thank you for praying for us and for the work that is ongoing within the languages of the Mara region of Tanzania. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:56:57 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2077 Hello from Pine Ridge! The adult mission team left Parker Saturday morning with Pastor Terri blessing the team and praying for safe passage. We had a great trip up and pulled into Pine Ridge at 3:30 after braving 104 degree heat across most of Nebraska. It is good to return. Pulling into Pine Ridge I was struck by how little has changed on first appearances from my first trip here six years ago. Big Bat's, the Retreat Center, the churchs and Sioux Nation, our local grocery and hardware store, seemed just as they had in 2002. But nothing remains the same and as we pulled into the Retreat Center itself I noticed a brand new sign outside the center -- a sign our team had been planning on fixing for years. While another team did the work, PUMC's adult mission team helped provide some of the funding. But the biggest change for us this year is the absence of Larry Peterson -- that wonderful servant of God who recently retired. The welcome we received, however, from our new hosts - Karen and Paul - was just as warm as any we received while Larry was here. After settling in and greeting some old friends we left to attend the July 4th pow-wow at Batesland. While the grand entry, dancing, and drumming groups were wonderful it is the honoring ceremonies that for me are the most unforgettable. Families honor their children, military members and other family members in ways that touch the heart. The most memorable was the ceremony in which young men and women receive their first eagle feather and Lakota name -- a coming of age celebration. After watching the dancing we moved to a large tepee where Kelly Looking Horse shared some Lakota history and helped us make dream catchers while the sounds of the drums and singers played in the background. All in all, a wonderful way to end our first day on the rez. God's blessing on all of our church family in Parker. Grace and peace, Ken Smith for the Team Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:56:57 MST http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11 http://www.parkerumc.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=11&article_id=2067 The Douglas County Young Marines are teaming up with OperationDVD to collect new and used DVDs to distribute to our local troops being deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. The DVDs distributed to the troops may be the only safe form of entertainment they enjoy during their deployment. To date, the unit has collected and shipped 2,300+ DVDs to OperationDVD's distribution center, but now the effort is coming home, locally, to Denver! New and used DVDs are needed for our troops right here in Colorado! We have units deploying soon from Buckley Air Force Base and Ft. Carson. Please show your support of the brave men and women of our armed forces by donating! "Children Titles" donated will be distributed to the Servicemen's families through the Family Readiness Group. Please donate your DVDs in the specially marked OperationDVD box located in the Narthex. "Our Colorado troops and their families thank you." For information on DVD pickup, please contact Allison Cox, 303-840-4536. For more information on OperationDVD, please visit their web site at www.operationdvd.net For more information on the Douglas County Young Marines, please visit their web site at www.DCYoungMarines.com Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:56:57 MST