News News: 2012-02-20T11:36:05Z Copyright (c) 2012, Jerri Stroud ExpressionEngine tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:02:20 Youth Mission Trivia Night March 31 tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.194 2012-02-20T19:27:03Z 2012-02-20T11:36:05Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net The Webster First Youth Group is holding a Trivia Night on March 31 to raise money for the summer mission trip. Doors open at 6 and play begins at 6:45.

The cost is $80 per table of eight or $12 for individuals.

Popcorn, lemonade, tea and water provided. Teams may bring soft drinks and other snacks. Childcare available with advance reservations.

There will be a scrumptious dessert auction and other silent auction items.

Mulligans and "talk to a teen" will be available.

To register, email FUMCTriviaNight@Yahoo.com.

 

{news_extended} ]]> Kingdom House Food Drive March 4 tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.193 2012-02-16T13:52:31Z 2012-02-16T05:53:33Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net March the 4th, Communion Sunday, is the start of our month long food drive for Kingdom House. You are asked to bring your green bags filled with canned goods to Church and put them on the altar when you go forward for Communion.

The food will be dedicated by Pastor Sharon.

!!!! PLEASE NOTE !!!! For the 15th consecutive year, Alan Shawn Feinstein of the Feinstein Foundation will divide $1 million dollars among hunger-fighting agencies nationwide to help them raise funds to stop hunger. Donations from us may include cash, checks, pledges and food items (valued at $1.00 per item or pound) received by Kingdom House between March 1st and April 30th, 2012.

This dovetails nicely with our food drive dates and will mean much more for Kingdom House.

{news_extended} ]]> Meditation Service Is Feb. 18 tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.191 2012-02-14T01:43:48Z 2012-02-13T17:43:50Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net Our quarterly meditation service will be held at 4 p.m. on February 18th.  Please come and experience worship in which periods of silence give us the space to be with God.  Open-table Communion also makes this a good time to invite those unfamiliar with traditional church services.  See you there, Linda Shantz

{news_extended} ]]> Chancel Choir Concert Is March 11 tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.190 2012-02-12T22:06:48Z 2012-02-12T14:10:50Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net “In Mansions of Glory and Endless Delight”

Sunday, March 11, 2012  -  4 p.m.

First United Methodist Church was founded in 1895 in Webster Groves , and present members fondly cherish its history and the work of so many congregation members past and present.  On Sunday, March 11, the Spring Choral Concert will present an opportunity to thank God for the service and friendship of those who have passed from this life, especially those who passed from this life in the years 2005-2012..

The breathtakingly beautiful and melodic "Requiem" by French composer Gabriel Fauré was written and first performed in Paris less than a decade before the church’s founding, and it will serve as the centerpiece of the concert.  The original Latin text will be sung (the printed program will include English translations of all these texts).  Shorter works by Eleanor Daley, Molly Ijames, and Dan Forrest will complete the program..  Childcare is available during the concert, and a punch & cookie reception will follow in Fellowship Hall.  The concert is free and open to all

The First United Methodist Church is located at 600 N. Bompart Avenue ( Webster Groves ), just a few blocks north of Webster University and Eden Theological Seminary.  For additional information, you may contact the church (314-961-4133) or Director of Music Dr. Robert Hutcheson (314-821-0325).

{news_extended} ]]> Chancel Choir Concert Is March 11 tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.189 2012-02-12T22:06:14Z 2012-02-12T14:08:15Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net “In Mansions of Glory and Endless Delight”

Sunday, March 11, 2012  -  4 p.m.

First United Methodist Church was founded in 1895 in Webster Groves , and present members fondly cherish its history and the work of so many congregation members past and present.  On Sunday, March 11, the Spring Choral Concert will present an opportunity to thank God for the service and friendship of those who have passed from this life, especially those who passed from this life in the years 2005-2012..

The breathtakingly beautiful and melodic "Requiem" by French composer Gabriel Fauré was written and first performed in Paris less than a decade before the church’s founding, and it will serve as the centerpiece of the concert.  The original Latin text will be sung (the printed program will include English translations of all these texts).  Shorter works by Eleanor Daley, Molly Ijames, and Dan Forrest will complete the program..  Childcare is available during the concert, and a punch & cookie reception will follow in Fellowship Hall.  The concert is free and open to all

The First United Methodist Church is located at 600 N. Bompart Avenue ( Webster Groves ), just a few blocks north of Webster University and Eden Theological Seminary.  For additional information, you may contact the church (314-961-4133) or Director of Music Dr. Robert Hutcheson (314-821-0325).

{news_extended} ]]> Investing in our Youth tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.187 2012-02-10T01:14:26Z 2012-02-09T17:15:28Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net The Mississippi Youth Mission Trip is scheduled for June, 2012, to
Hancock County to continue to help people rebuild their homes and
lives from the Katrina Hurricane.

In the first two Sundays in March, the youth will be selling
Mississippi Youth Stock to allow the congregation, relatives, and
friends to help support our trip. When you purchase stock you will be
the benefactor of helping a youth go on this journey as Jesus’ hands
and feet in action to serve. Also, you will be invited to a dinner
later in the summer to hear about our mission trip and experience.

{news_extended} ]]> Investing in our Youth tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.188 2012-02-10T01:14:04Z 2012-02-09T17:19:06Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net The Mississippi Youth Mission Trip is scheduled for June, 2012, to
Hancock County to continue to help people rebuild their homes and
lives from the Katrina Hurricane.

In the first two Sundays in March, the youth will be selling
Mississippi Youth Stock to allow the congregation, relatives, and
friends to help support our trip. When you purchase stock you will be
the benefactor of helping a youth go on this journey as Jesus’ hands
and feet in action to serve. Also, you will be invited to a dinner
later in the summer to hear about our mission trip and experience.

{news_extended} ]]> 17th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration tag:websterfirstumc.org,2012:/4.181 2012-01-02T20:41:47Z 2012-01-02T12:44:54Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net This year's celebration will be on Sunday, January 15, 2012, at Steger Sixth Grade Center, 701 N. Rock Hill Road.

It begins with a march, then dinner reception, ending with community-wide celebration and worship service

March participants may walk or drive. A shuttle will depart from Steger Sixth Grade Center at 4:15 p.m. for those who want to walk and leave their cars at Steger.
Walkers are asked to bring flashlights and dress warmly.

4:30 p.m.      March begins on the steps of
                       Webster Groves City Hall (4 East Lockwood)

5:00 p.m.      March concludes and Dinner Reception
                       at Steger Cafeteria

5:45 p.m.       Celebration and Community Service
                       at Steger Auditorium


The keynote speaker will be the Reverend Dr. Leah Gunning Francis, Assistant Professor at Eden Theological Seminary. Dr. Francis will reflect on the women who worked alongside Dr. King during the Civil Rights Movement

Special music will be provided by members of the Hixson Jazz Band, directed by Carin Gado; the Old Community Baptist Choir, directed by Lamar Fitzgerald, and Dr. Jeffrey Carter, Soloist and chair of the Department of Music at Webster University.

Highlights include an update on “Webster Challenge,” recognition of the essay contest winners and presentation of the
Martin Luther King Scholarship Awards in honor of Ras Jones.

{news_extended} ]]> New Book For King Sunday School Class tag:websterfirstumc.org,2011:/4.180 2011-12-20T17:30:18Z 2011-12-20T09:31:20Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net The King Sunday School Class will begin a new study book on January 8, 2012.  The book is entitled "Sinning Like a Christian" - A New Look at the Seven Deadly Sins by William H. Willimon.  The "sins" of non-Christians tend to be rather puny.  For Christians, sin is not so much inherent in the human condition, though it is that; sin is the problem we have between us and God.  It is rebellion against our true Sovereign, an offense against the way the Creator has created us to be.

William H. Willimon is the author of fifty books, over a million copies of which have been sold worldwide.  Prior to his current position as Presiding Bishop of the Birmingham Area of The United Methodist Church, Willimon served for twenty years as Professor of Christian Ministry and Dean of Duke University Chapel.  He was selected in a Baylor University survey as one of the "Twelve Most Effective Preachers in the English-Speaking World."

The King Sunday School Class meets at the south end of Fellowship Hall.  All are Welcome!

{news_extended} ]]> Young Adults Switch Dates tag:websterfirstumc.org,2011:/4.179 2011-12-20T17:20:36Z 2011-12-20T09:21:38Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net The Young Adults gather every other Monday evening at 6:30 p.m. for dinner, conversation, activities, and service projects.  We need to switch to the other every other Monday, so following is our schedule through January: 

  • December 26, Christmas Party in Fellowship Hall – bring food to share, a silly gift (under $5) for White Elephant exchange, and favorite Christmas song.
  • January 2, dinner and “I am…” (an activity to start the new year). 
  • January 16, How can we honor MLKing, Jr?
  • January 30, Make sandwiches for the homeless and plan our upcoming dinner party. 

If questions, contact Beth & Gary Anderson, #314-781-9923, or TrebleCross@Lycos.com.

{news_extended} ]]> Sober New Year’s Eve Party tag:websterfirstumc.org,2011:/4.178 2011-12-20T17:18:04Z 2011-12-20T09:20:08Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?

I want a sober New Year’s Eve party. Do you?

I want to be with people. Do you?

I want to eat and have a good time. Do you?

I want to visit and play games. Do you?

I want to enter 2012 praising God. Do you?

BUT I don’t want to spend a lot of money. Do you?

Join me in Fellowship Hall on Saturday, 12/31/11, beginning at 8:00 pm. Even if you don’t know anyone, we’ll begin with an activity that will assure you will know everyone in the room within an hour. And we will close with a casual time of worship at 11:45 p.m.

In between we’ll eat, visit, play games, and have a good time. Bring an appetizer to share, a board game you enjoy, a friend who needs the same sort of evening, or just bring yourself. All ages are welcome; but there will be no child care.

If you want the party for families that ends before midnight, contact Mary Blackwell, #849-7539, Blackwell.4@sbcglobal.net, or Connie Kroenung, #395-2047, cgkroenung@yahoo.com.

If you have questions about the party at church, call Beth Anderson, #314-781-9923.

{news_extended} ]]> United Methodist Women Post Coming Events tag:websterfirstumc.org,2011:/4.177 2011-12-08T16:18:55Z 2011-12-08T08:19:57Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net Christmas Luncheon & Craft Boutique, Sat. 12/10/2011                                                  
Boutique, 11:30--- Lunch, Noon
Program:  “Christmas at the St. Louis Art Museum:
A Docent’s Reflection,”  Dr.  Robert Hutcheson.

February Brunch Meeting, Sat. 2/11/2012
10:00 Brunch
10:30 Program:  “Epworth--Where Kids Find Strength,” Randy
Loechner, Epworth Children and Family Services.

April Brunch Meeting, Sat. 4/14/2012
10:00 Brunch
10:30 Program: “Video Studies in Forgiveness, Reconciliation, and
Restorative Justice,” Janice Hitchcock & Linda Guth Stangl
From Cooperative School of Christian Mission 2011

Spring Luncheon & Craft Boutique, Sat. 5/5/2012
Boutique, 11:30-- Lunch, Noon
Program:  “Irving Berlin,” Pat Tracy.

Cooperative School of Christian Mission
7/26-29/2012, Central Methodist University

September Luncheon Meeting, Sat. 9/8/2012
Lunch, Noon
Program:   “Has God Forsaken Haiti?”
The Rev. Sharon Kichline.

Rummage Sale
October 11, 12, 13, 2012

{news_extended} ]]> Christmas Season Events At Webster First tag:websterfirstumc.org,2011:/4.176 2011-12-05T20:56:03Z 2011-12-05T13:01:05Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net Candlelight Christmas Concert


December 11, 4:00 p.m. in the sanctuary.  A catchy cornucopia of Christmas carols with readers presenting a selection of writings of the season.  You’ll hear singers, recorders, French horn and all in our lovely sanctuary decked out in its Christmas best.  The concert is free.


March to the Manger

December 18 during regular services - 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Join us as we celebrate the Christmas story with live costumed shepherds, wise men, an angel, Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus.

Statesmen Singers Annual Vespers Concert

December 18 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. A homecoming event for Webster Groves High School graduates and others as they sing inspirational Christmas music. The concert is free.

Blue Christmas Service - December 22 - 6:30 p.m.

Many of us feel sad or stressed during the holidays.  Join us for a quiet service of healing and hope if your heart is hurting.

Christmas Eve – December 24
 

4:00 p.m. A service of drama and music for children and their families
7:30 and 11:00 p.m. Worship with songs, candles and communion

Christmas Day – December 25

9: 00 – 10:00 Sunday School for all ages
10:00 – 10:15 Coffee and conversation in Fellowship Hall
10:30 – 11:30 Worship Service in the Sanctuary

{news_extended} ]]> Christmas Candlelight Concert Is Dec. 11 tag:websterfirstumc.org,2011:/4.175 2011-11-21T22:26:09Z 2011-11-21T14:27:11Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net If you're fortunate enough to be in the audience for the Christmas Candlelight Concert at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11, you'll hear the Chancel Choir sing a catchy cornucopia of Christmas carols by John Rutter, John Gardner, Craig Courtney, Marty Haugen, and others; you'll hear our Christmas readers present a selection of writings of the season, including Henry Van Dyke's tale of "The Foolish Fir-Tree"; you'll hear recorders and French horn play fabulous Christmas music; and you'll see our lovely sanctuary decked out in its Christmas best.  The concert is free, child care is available, and a punch-and-cookie reception will follow the concert in Fellowship Hall.  Mark your calendar!  We'd love to share this special afternoon with YOU!

{news_extended} ]]> Build-A-Gift At Webster First Dec. 3 tag:websterfirstumc.org,2011:/4.174 2011-11-17T18:50:02Z 2011-11-18T11:07:03Z Jerri Stroud jastroud@swbell.net Session 1: 9:00 am – 10:30 am, Session 2: 10:30 am - Noon
Free for children ages 3-12.   Registration required by Nov 30.
Pancake Breakfast served 9-Noon, $2/child, $4/adult. Contact: build.gift@gmail.com

Our annual Christmas gift workshop for kids is expanding this year with an additional service activity.  Children will share the Christmas Spirit with US soldiers in Afghanistan!  Along with making gifts for their family and friends, children will fill stockings and make cards for the troops.    Our goal is to fill 180 stockings so the following donations are needed:

Stocking stuffers:

  • Hard candy
  • Lip balm
  • Travel-size hand sanitizer and lotion
  • Individual hot chocolate or cider packets
  • Travel size word games/puzzles

Just a few items are needed for the other crafts:

  • Hot cocoa mix, in a can (not individual pkg, will need 160 servings total)
  • Mini Marshmallows (10 x 10oz bags)
  • Small baby food jars
  • Gift bags, size of a paper lunch bag are best

Of course many helpers are also needed for this event.    Volunteers help with crafts, gift wrapping, registration, and cleanup.   A signup sheet will be available at church starting this Sunday, or you can contact Lydia Nunes at build.gift@gmail.com. Click to download flyer .

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