January 26, 2010
The Broadway Spire
Volume 68-Number 17 January 26, 2010
The Broadway Spire (USPS 875-600) published weekly except every other week during June, July and August, by Broadway United Methodist Church, 11 S. 1st Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503-4315. Phone 712-322-7741. Fax 712-322-2162. Periodical rate paid at Council Bluffs, IA 51503. Postmaster: Address change to The Broadway Spire, 11 S. 1st Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503-4315.
Web: www.broadwayunitedmethodist.com
Our mission: Ever seeking, serving and growing as the family of God with unconditional love and acceptance!
FROM MARVIN D. ARNPRIESTER . . .
The tragic situation in Haiti continues to both baffle and amaze me.
Baffle in the sense of being so overwhelming, with a sense of helplessness and bewilderment in how to best help in making a systemic difference. So many people in this world live every day on the edge, just trying to find enough food and shelter for now. Then the next day they get up and do it all over again. And tragically, leaders and politicians profit from keeping the system the way it is and has been. I am praying God will grant wisdom and insight to those in power and those caught in the system, because in every crisis there is an opportunity if we can see and seize it. May our giving for relief become a way to re-life.
Amaze in the sense of the continuing miraculous stories of life in the midst of so much tragic death and destruction. I marvel and give thanks for the giving and tenacity of those involved in the whole rescue effort. Persons who risked their lives to save the lives of others whom they have never met nor will ever know. Amazing and wonderful!
I was moved to tears Sunday morning when 3 year old Kayley came up to me and gave me an envelope on which she had made designs in various colors and printed her name. She told me it was for Haiti. Her parents told me she had heard the news reports and told them money could help the girls and others. So she emptied her piggy bank to help the people in Haiti. She also reached into her Daddy’s pocket to get some change. I was deeply touched and could only respond in the moment with a hug and the awareness that truly a child will lead them. Thank you friends for your response of over $5,600 for the relief effort to date.
I extend you an invitation to join with other laity of our church in a very important congregational meeting Sunday, January 31, 4:00 p.m. at the church. Dr. Dan Meyers with Master Plan Ministries, comes to lead us as we begin the process for a Capital Stewardship Campaign. He was our consultant back in 1996. Come join us, as we learn more and invite your input and insights.
We are doing this because we need to:
1) tuck point and seal coat the sanctuary exterior to stop further damage to our
building,
2) pay the $300,000 parking lot note at the bank,
3) build our Endowment Fund,
4) take care of miscellaneous items (i.e.) sanctuary updating, carpet and various
floor coverings and our 10% account.
FROM BOB FOLKERS. . .
Give help, share your life, without the goal of personal gain.
Several years ago I invested several days of my life to work with other volunteers in a project sponsored by Habitat for Humanity. Those were good days in so many ways, and if I ever get the chance to do that kind of work again, I will do it. This experience was not based upon meeting new friends or being honored just because you were there.
That time spent helping to build a home for others, reinforced a conviction I have that until this sort of volunteering - simply arranging to help one another with no higher good or personal gain - begins to dominate the spirit of the citizens of our country, our community, and our church, our problems will continue to escalate to the point of being unsolvable.
As I reflect on those days, the best thing about them was there was no sense of power present, no one trying to control anyone else, no attention-getting behavior, no schemes to control, simply persons working together to build a home for a family in need, to salvage a neighborhood, and to create a bit of self esteem and community respect.
Sometimes I have to deal with the sinful side of power, but those days were not that way. How refreshing it was!
The will to volunteer to help with a project or people in need and to do so without any goals of personal gain are both of experiences that rise right out of the New Testament and the life of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
I am convinced the Christian way of life is crucial for our future as a society. The church is anchored in the will to volunteer. To do the task without gaining power over others is important. As the church exists in this way, only then does it become an effective witness in the world. If the church does not anchor itself in the will to volunteer and help others and refuses to play the games of power for personal gain, its witness to the world is null and void.
By the way - everyone I met during those days of working to build a house, were members of a Christian community. Indeed, there is hope! So when you are asked to volunteer, do it for the sake of God’s Kingdom and not your personal gain.
The Joy Continues.
THIS WEEK AT BROADWAY . . .
There will be no Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting January 27.
Single Diners meet Friday, January 29, 5:30 p.m. at Famous Dave’s. Contact Verla Keim for reservations, 388-9453.
Single Moms, who have been meeting on Monday nights, will begin meeting on Wednesday nights February 3. If you know a single mom who would like to meet other single moms, invite them to join. Upcoming topics include:
February 3 - Sheltered Reality
February 11 - interviewing a child care provider.
Sheltered Reality will be at Broadway Wednesday, February 3, 6:30-7:45 p.m. They are a local and state-wide precision drumming group of young people who support shelters through their gifts and graces on the drums. Admission is $1.00. Ear plugs are provided!
MORE HELP FOR HAITI . . .
The UMCOR Depot in Louisiana sent their stock of health kits to Haiti within hours of the disaster. You can help replenish their stock by purchasing any of the needed items and dropping them off at the church by February 11. Items needed include: hand towels, wash clothes, nail clippers or files, combs, tooth brushes, bandaids, bar soap (no Ivory). Glen & June Mitchell and Chuck & Gloria Devereaux travel to the UMCOR Depot in February and deliver the donations personally on our behalf. Thank you for your continued support of this special outreach of our church in the name and spirit of Jesus Christ.
WE WILL BE LOYAL TO BROADWAY . . .
With our Presence: January 24, 2010:
Worship: 8:00 am - 73; 9:30 am - 170; 11:00 am - 105; 6:00 pm - 48 = 396
Sunday School: 9:30 am - 99; 11:00 am - 37 = 136
With our Gifts 2009: Received
Current Expenses needed weekly $12,928.86
Received January 24 $12,954.77
Total current received to date $47,156.32
Budgeted to date $51,715.44
Growing through Grace received $2,007.00
Haiti Relief $5,674.89
160th Anniversary $1,220.00
With Our Prayers . . .
Hospitalized: Jennie: Kris Lippke. Mercy: Patti Bruner. Others: Sarah Bauman, Roger Coffey, Barbara Condecon, Richard Devereaux, Roxine Devereaux, Bob Dodder, Doug Dungan, Jeanne Hall, Laura Hartley, Dorothy Johnson, Randy Larson (service), Claudia McEvoy, Peggy McKee, Minnie Montang, Bob Nielson, Sue Phillips, Phyllis Rajcevich, Kerri Randolph, Steve Roberson, Jean Talbert, Marge Teague (Bethany), Tangee Towers, Vaneda Yochum, persons needing jobs, missionaries, victims of war and natural disasters, Bishop Trimble, District Superintendent Brian Milford & Field Staff Ed Kail, pastors and staff. Call the office, 322-7741 ext. 15, for additional prayer requests.
Our Sympathy to . . .
• Jane Myers, Anna & Marvin Johnson in the January 15 death of their brother, Carol Lincoln.
• Denise & Bruce Stensvad in the January 21, death of her aunt, Velda Rolfs.
• Troy & Christy Arthur in the death of his grandmother in Oklahoma.
Lectionary Bible Readings . . .
January 31 Jeremiah 1:4-10
Psalm 7:1-6
1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Luke 4:21-30
Reminder: When school is called off or dismissed early for inclement weather, all activities at the church are canceled as well.
The call-in prayer line with the latest requests is 322-7741 extension 15 or call the office for a printed prayer request list.
BROADWAY BOUQUETS TO . . .
1. Staff, members and friends of Broadway, I express my sincere thank you for all prayers, cards, visits and encouragement I have received since my surgery. Special thanks to Dianne Richardson for the prayer shawl and to Sue Jungman for delivering it. Also thank you to George Smith for his caring and sharing of experiences. Never underestimate the power of prayer. - Ron Larsen
2. Thank Broadway UMC Prayer Shawl Ministry Team, in particular Sara Innes, who made the shawl given to me. Blue is my favorite color. God bless each of you for your ministry. - Bob Dodder
3. To thank Margarite and those who helped prepare the food; all the servers and helpers in the dining room; the dish washers and clean-up crew; all who donated desserts; and the Floras for the donation of the chickens. To the Wednesday Jr. High group, you did a great job setting the tables, and we appreciated your help and enthusiasm. To all who bought tickets, we appreciate your support. - 160th Anniversary Committee
Co-chairs, Tom Whitson and Carlotta Romero
BIRTHDAYS . . .
January 28 - Treianna Hudson, Kaylee Loparco, Nanette Rhodes, Ron Tekippe
January 29 - Robert Connelly, Cassidy Mahrt
January 30 - Sharon Borden, David Flora, James Johnson, Gertrudis Ruiz, Glenn Smith
January 31 - Joshua Pengra, Helen Savage, Piper Schlemmer, Anya Willis
February 1 - Richard Baber, Bryan Dickerson, Terri Holeton, Sandra Leinen
February 2 - Jennifer Achenbach, Ralph Bean, Alyssa Jones, Terry Settlemyer, Bob Siford
February 3 - Cheryl Doby, Andrew Gaut, Troy Killion, Kasey Lorimor, Emily Wickman
February 4 - Doris Daniels, Jenna Dunn, Auna Ferguson, Tristan Horn-Anspach, Nathan Jungman, Macyl Reeves, John VanWyhe, Rachael Zellmer
ANNIVERSARIES . . .
January 31 - Leroy & Barbara Oamek - 57
February 3 - Scott & Kelly Hiller
February 4 - Roger & Jean Pentico - 59
FOR YOUR INFORMATION . . .
Help the Worship Team in preparing for our 160th Anniversary Celebration by turning in the name(s) of your favorite hymn(s). We plan to sing at least one each Sunday during 2010.
LENTEN STUDIES . . .
Beginning Ash Wednesday, February 17, Broadway’s Lenten offerings are expanding to three studies: The Way of Discernment exploring the process of change and seeking God’s will in our lives - a very faithful process to go through during Lent, Celebrate the Risen Christ - a study based on the weekly lectionary passages, and finally a study called First Persons where each lesson evolves out of eye-witness accounts of events in Jesus’ life. Sign up in the Centrex for any or all classes. We will have information on class times available for you before February 17.
Interested in taking a good look at the last 7 days of Jesus earthly life? If you are, sign up in the Centrex for the Lenten course “The Last Seven Days”. Bob Folkers will be leading this class Wednesday evenings during Lent.
UMW Lenten Bible Study “For the Love of God: John’s Letters” will begin Tuesday February 24 at 1:30 p.m. and continue through March 23. Leader will be Pastor Chris St. Clair. Study books may be ordered by calling June Mitchell, 322-0638. All are welcome to attend.
YOUTH NEWS . . .
Parents of youth planning to go to St. Louis on the 2010 work trip are asked to attend one meeting in Fellowship Hall either Sunday, February 7, 10:30 a.m., or Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 p.m. Points, deposit and other information will be shared.
http://www.iumf.orgPuffins are back! Youth will be taking orders February 14 and 21 in the Sanctuary. Start thinking now about how many you will need to keep you supplied for the year. A new flavor this year is mozzarella. Free samples will be available February 14!
OTHER NEWS . . .
Persons desiring to be baptized and/or received as members of Broadway are asked to make arrangements with Rev. Arnpriester. Dates include February 21.
Purchase your January-February issue of The Upper Room and/or Alive Now Devotional Guides available from the table outside the office.
Items Needed! In Jesus’ Name Services has a single mother who has transitioned from being homeless to a home. She needs two single beds, one large or two small dressers and a couch. If anyone has these items they do not need, call Judy. Also another single bed is needed for a family within the church.
CHURCH HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHTS . . .
There are conflicting stories as to where Henry DeLong was converted, but whether it was in Council Bluffs or Macomb, Illinois, he began a life of Christian devotion that March night in 1858.
Henry found a job as a well digger. He also devoted long hours to Bible study. In 1860 he became licensed to preach by the Methodist Episcopal Church. Often he preached every night and three times on Sunday.
That same year, on August 18, he divorced Amantha Miller DeLong with whom he had two daughters.
September 24, 1862, Henry married Sophronia E. Whitcomb who was a charter member of Broadway Church. Together they had eight children. The first three boys died before age three. The fourth boy died at age nine. Henry and Sophronia were married for more than sixty-two years until her death in 1925.
On November 9, 1864 Henry served in the Iowa Light Artillery until the end of the Civil War, being discharged October, 1865. He was stationed in Little Rock, Arkansas. While there, he earned money washing his comrades shirts for 5 cents each. He saved $200. When he returned to Council Bluffs he borrowed $50 and for $250 purchased the land where the Ocean Wave Saloon once stood. The saloon had been struck by lightning and burned to the ground September, 1861. Henry donated the land to the Methodist Church to be used for church purposes forever.
(More next week.)
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A TIME CARRY OUT RESOLUTIONS . . .
Make a resolution to improve yourself using Broadway program. 5-4-3-2-1 Healthy Kids is a nationwide program good for kids and adults. The plan encourages:
5 - Fruits and vegetables daily
4 - Glasses of water daily
3 - Servings of low fat dairy products daily
2 - No more than 2 hours of screen time daily
1 - One hour of exercise daily.
Bracelets are available from the parish nurses. Adults, support your children! Do it yourself and be a good role model for your kids!
SOUP CAN LABELS . . .
It continues to be soup weather and UMW is saving the UPC Code from Campbell Soup labels. Please place labels in the red coffee can in the Centrex. Other product labels to save include Prego and V-8. A complete list is available near the can.
Were you married at Broadway UMC? Your Mom? Your Grandparents? We are looking for wedding pictures taken at weddings performed at BUMC in the last 160 years. We will be honoring “Brides at Broadway” in June as celebration of the 160th anniversary of the church. Bring the picture to the church and it will be displayed in the showcase in the Narthex during the month. Be sure to label the picture with date, name and current phone number of the person bringing the picture so we can return them. On June 26th we will have a tea and style show with wedding dresses past and present, but more about that later.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS . . .
Wednesday, January 27 Staff Meeting - 9:30 am
Confirmation - 5:00 pm
Senior High Youth Synago - 5:30 pm
Seekers Meal for donation - 6:00 pm
Bell Choir Practice - 6:25 pm
Wednesday’s Children, Children’s Activities - 6:30 pm
Jesus’ Allstars, Christian Cadets - 6:30 pm
Midweek Moms, Jr. & Sr. High Youth - 6:30 pm
Choir Practice - 7:30 pm
Thursday, Jan 28 Centro Latino Program - 10:00 am
Men’s Ensemble - 5:45 pm
Disciple - 6:30 pm
Girl Scouts - 6:30 pm
Friday, January 29 Single Diners - 5:30 pm
Outside Group- 6:00 pm
AA Group - 8:30 pm
Saturday, January 30 Yeoman family party - 2:00 pm
Sunday, January 31 Worship - 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am
Jr. and Sr. High Sunday School - 9:00 am
Sunday School for all ages - 9:30 & 11:00 am
Sunday School Ministry Team Meeting - 10:30 am
Drama - 11:00 am
Band Practice - 12:30 pm
Capital Campaign Meeting with Dr. Dan Myers - 4:00 pm
Worship in Spanish, Neighborhood Meeting - 6:00 pm
NA Group - 7:00 pm
Monday, February 1 Cub Scouts - 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Feb 2 Craft Circle, Book Review - 9:30 am
Discipleship Development - 6:00 pm
Bible Study in Spanish - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, February 3 Staff Meeting - 9:30 am
Aged to Perfection - 12:15 pm
Confirmation - 5:00 pm
Senior High Youth Synago - 5:30 pm
Seekers Meal for donation - 6:00 pm
Bell Choir Practice - 6:25 pm
Single Moms, Midweek Moms - 6:30 pm
Wednesday’s Children, Children’s Activities - 6:30 pm
Jesus’ Allstars, Christian Cadets - 6:30 pm
Sheltered Reality - 6:30 pm
Choir Practice - 7:30 pm
CHURCH STAFF . . . Ministers - All Baptized Christians, Administrative Secretary/Volunteer Coordinator - Linda Muilenburg, muilenburg-bumc@qwest.net, Band Coordinator - April Wichman, alwichman@yahoo.com, Building & Grounds - Dora Olivo & Greg Foster, Children & Youth Ministries Coordinator - Judy Smits, smits-bumc@qwest.net, Congregational Development Coordinator - Bob Folkers, mailto:rcfolkers@cox.net, Financial Secretary - Virginia Paap, Music Coordinators - Ann Carpenter & Gary Richardson, Nursery Attendants - Mary Atilano, Whitney Kurcz, Kay McDonald, Sarah Opal, Kourtney Krause; Organists - Ann Carpenter & Clarence Smelser, Parish Nurse Coordinator - Sue Jungman, Associate Pastor for Discipleship - Chris St. Clair, cstclair-bumc@qwest.net, Associate Pastor for Hispanic Ministries - Ruben Mendoza, Rubyoli@hotmail.com, Senior Pastor - Marvin Arnpriester, arnpriester-bumc@qwest.net, Treasurer - Terry Muilenburg