Upcoming Events and Opportunities at St. Matthew’s
Join the St. Matthew’s Family
If you are living in this area and do not have a local church home, we invite you to join us. Our pastor will be happy to talk with you; or you may indicate your interest in joining the next Exploring Covenant (membership) class either by marking the attendance register (“wish to join”) or calling the church office, 301-262-1408.
Ongoing: Feed the hungry! Contribute non-perishable food items to the Bowie Food Pantry;
End malaria! make a donation through “Nothing But Nets;”
Care for the earth!—and support our EEC program—by bringing your recyclable paper to the yellow/green bin in the parking lot;
Support the EEC – by bringing in Box Tops for Education,Campbell’s Soup Labels for Education, used ink cartridges, andCapri Sun empty foil packs.
Today: Sunday, September 04, 2011
8:30 a.m. Worship Sanctuary
9:45 a.m. Shelter Committee Room 123
9:45 a.m. Make-up Sunday School Teacher Workshop Room 126
11:00 a.m. Worship Sanctuary
Coffee and Tea Club Sales after each service by Fellowship Hall
This Week: September 05 – September 10
Monday CHURCH OFFICE & BUILDING CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
Tuesday 9:45 a.m. Pastor’s Bible Study Room 126
11:00 a.m. Angel Gang Room 126
7:00 p.m. Worship Committee Room 101
7:00 p.m. Children and Family Ministries committee Room 126
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. UMM Breakfast meeting at Rips inBowie
6:30 p.m. COM Committee Leaders meeting Room 102
7:00 p.m. Council on Ministries meeting Sanctuary
7:00 p.m. Musical Troupe Rehearsal Fellowship Hall
Thursday 9:30 a.m. Agape Circle Room 102
7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Room 124
8:30 p.m. SpiritMove Room 124
Friday 9:30 a.m. Martha Circle Room 102
7:00 p.m. Musical Troupe Rehearsal Fellowship Hall
Saturday 9:30 a.m. Musical Troupe Rehearsal Fellowship Hall
Mark Your Calendars!
Sunday, Sept. 11 9:45 a.m. Exploring Covenant Classes Room 102
Sunday, Sept. 11 12:00 p.m. “Feast for the Soul” Fellowship Hall
Sunday, Sept. 18 9:30 a.m. UMW “Meet and Greet Tea” Fellowship Hall
| Attendance Last Sunday | 7:30 – 15 | 8:30 – 35 | 11:00 – 65 | Total: 115 |
Inclusive… Vibrant… LIFE AT ST. MATTHEW’S
Sunday, September 04, 2011
Welcome to all who have gathered for worship today!
We extend a special welcome to all visitors. Please let us know of your presence by filling out the attendance register that will be passed down the aisle during worship.
We offer the following assistance: a hearing loop (“T” position); large print hymnals (available in back of sanctuary); Infant Nursery (Room 116) and Nursery (Room 106); Children’s Bulletins and crayons (available at center doors to sanctuary)
Today’s Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of God and in memory of Arlene M. Wolfe from K. Eric Wolfe.
Our Prayers*
When adding names to our prayer list, please specify whether you want them for one or two weeks: John Still, Millie, Christine Furgason, Emily Long, Justine Ameral, Sandy & Richard Hill, Liz Hanna, Pat Cone, Nancy Perry, Martha Sallet, Lurene Chen, Megan Riley Keppler, Christina Schuliger, Rose & Ugo Gervasio, Bibi Haynes, Suzanne Davis, Monica Chaney, John Skotz, Pat & Ron Young, Wendy Hein, Betty High, David Gray Ross, ODavid Becker & family, Raina Mooberry, OMark Tipton & family, Pat Christman, Mark Lineberry, OGeorge Pullicino & family, Stanley Goldstein, OJason Webb, Jim & Kay Smith, Don Walton, Jo Kim, Steve Golembiewski, Chris Burkes, Lew Dodd, Denny Hulen, AU, Steven Marshall, Robert Lindsey, Tom Keith, Chloe, Mary Mondonado, Betty Roberts, Sybil Saddler, Jeanette, HB, Tommy Antonis, Ruth Clark, Barnes family, Joseph Krivak, Sam Rainer, Kathleen & Bonnie Jean, Linda Sutton, Jean, Thomas Einof & family, Jeffrey & Alexander Robinson, Sadie Harmon, Michael E., Pete & Sue Mekkelson, David E., Brian Cochrane, Darlene & Sam Jones, Anita Reichman, Val, Mike & Vilma Bolanos, Golding family, Carol Miller, Kevin McCann, Skip Mead & family, Karen Hollinger, Stephanie Antonis & family, Lee Ann Flinter, Pat & Jessica Tyron, Anthony Johnson family, Duncan Scott, Brian Kraus, Linda Owens, ST, Pete Fauconnet, Carolyn Phillips, Artie Roach.
*O denotes deployed Military personnel
We are saddened to announce the passing of Lois Oglesby, Carolyn Phillips’ mother, on Wednesday, August 24. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Carolyn at 3933 Chesapeake Drive, Edgewater, MD, 21037.
Sunday Servant Leaders (Sign-up to serve at the “Tower ofOpportunity” in the narthex)
Infant/Toddler Nursery, Rm 116 | Shirley Gergel |
| Nursery II (2 ½ – 6), Rm 106 | |
| Ushers at 8:30 | Margie & Loring Dague, Marvin Conner, Linda Cooper, Sarta Freeman |
| Ushers at 11:00 | Skip Mead, Colleen & Marty Cronlund, Michael Klein, June Mathis |
| Readers: Opening & Scriptures | 8:30 – George & Paulette Wood |
11:00 – Mary JenningsGreeters8:30 – Beth LinggCountersDare andClydeDraughn, Mabel McGann, Marie ComstockCommunion Assistants8:30 – Linda Cooper, Lisa KleinCommunion StewardJoanne HaworthMusiciansSpiritMove
Christian Formation and Spiritual Growth
“Exploring Covenant” is our “membership” class and it provides an environment to consider whether God is calling you to take the step into covenant with St. Matthew’s. The course will invite your questions as you learn a bit more about the ministries and resources for spiritual growth and service that exist here. A wide range of topics will be addressed including history and theology of theUnitedMethodistChurch, worship and sacraments, spiritual gifts and lay leadership, discipleship, covenant, and whatever issues are most important to you! The next class will start on September 11, 9:45 – 10:45 a.m., in room 102 (Parlor), and continue for four weeks. The leader will be Rev. Ginger Gaines-Cirelli. Please call the church office at 301-262-1408 for more information.
Bible Study for Health starts on Wednesday, September 14 – If you are looking for a group to help you focus on your health through scripture, prayer, lifestyle and exercise support, this is the group for you! We meet Wednesdays from 10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. All are welcome to join us. We will be picking a book to work through on our first day of class. Contact Jen McClurg at jenmcclurg@gmail.com with any questions.
The fall schedule begins Sunday, September 11 with the following events:
- Blessings for all Ministries during the 8:30 and 11:00 worship services
- Church school for all ages, including adults, from 9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
- Children’s church for ages 7 to 5th grade at 11:30 a.m.
- Feast for the Soul potluck in Fellowship Hall after the 11:00 worship service open to the whole congregation
- Middle and High School UMYF at 6:30 p.m. starting in the Sanctuary
Children in Worship –Sunday, September 18, 12:15 p.m., room 126 – Children in grades K – 5 and their parent/s or guardians are invited to attend this NEW event. Rev.Kathy Wadsley will give children an orientation for participation in worship services and parents ways to guide and assist them. Come learn the “why” behind what we do in worship, good times to wiggle and snuggle, and age appropriate ways to be involved. To get the most out of this event, a parent or other adult needs to attend with the child. Everyone in the family is welcome.
Church School Registration – Each year we ask families to complete a registration form for each of their students, infants through grade 12. Forms are available in the narthex. Please complete and return to the church office on or before September 11, if possible. This will help us prepare for your child/ren and communicate with you.
Mission and Service
Bowie CROP Hunger Walk – Sunday, October 2 – St. Matthew’s is hosting the CROP Walk again this year. Last year we had 128 walkers and raised over $12,300. This year’s goal is 150 walkers and $15,000. We will have walkers from Bowie United Methodist, Mt. Oak United Methodist, Christian Community Presbyterian Church, All Saints Lutheran, St. Edwards Catholic and Goodloe Unitarian Universalist churches. Register to walk in front of Fellowship Hall following Sunday services. There are many opportunities to use your time and talents so visit the registration table if you would like to participate in the event as a volunteer. Note: 25% of the money raised will go the Bowie Inter-Faith Food Pantry. We will also be collecting donations of canned goods and other non-perishable food to be delivered to the Food Pantry on the day of the walk.
Stewardship
Environmental Stewardship – Registration for the Environment series on Health and the Environment starting on Wednesday, September 21, 7:00 p.m., room 126, begins today by Fellowship Hall. For more information contact Elizabeth Buckner at 301-262-7654.
Congregational Life
Youth News – Church school and UMYF will NOT meet today. All Middle and High Schoolers are invited to attend Church school next week in room 222 (MS) or Room 226 (HS) and UMYF at 6:30 p.m. (meet in the narthex) for food, fun and fellowship! We hope to see you there!
Parents of college students – Please call the church office at 301-262-1408 or e-mail Jen McClurg at jenmcclurg@gmail.com, your child’s mailing address. We would like to stay in touch with them during the year and let them know that their church family is thinking about them and praying for them!
Women’s Meet and Greet Tea – The United Methodist Women (UMW) invite all women of St. Matthew’s (including high school girls) to attend a “Meet and Greet Tea” in Fellowship Hall on September 18 between worship services (9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.) Come and be part of the fun as we greet each other; discuss the programs, activities and missions of the UMW; and enjoy fellowship with other women in the church. For further information, email umw@stmatthews-bowie.org or call Christin Vare at 301-860-1296.
Shelter Committee seeks Furniture and Household items – The current shelter resident is moving to her own apartment and needs the following nearly new or gently used furniture and items: sofa, small kitchen table with 2 or more chairs, small bookcase, sheets and blankets for a double bed, towels, washcloths, kitchen towels, bath rug, tub shower curtain, lamps and mirror. Smaller items may be placed in the coatroom and labeled shelter. Please call Jean Baker at 301-261-7756 or Ruth Miller 301-464-6287 about larger items. Thanks you for your support of the St. Matthew’sUnitedMethodistChurch shelter program.
Employment Opportunity - St. Matthew’s is receiving applications for a part-time paid childcare giver for Sunday mornings from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the preschool – grade 1 nursery. This position includes doing some age appropriate teaching using provided curriculum and being the team leader with volunteers who assist. Job description and application form are available in the church office. Applications must be received in the church office by Tuesday, September 6 at 3:00 p.m. Target start date is September 11. Questions please contact Rev. Kathy Wadsley.
Volunteer Opportunities are still available! – Interested contact Kathy Wadsley at 301-262-1408 or kathy.stmatthews-bowie@verizon
- Church School Teachers – Still have a few openings for church school teachers at 9:45 on Sunday mornings.
Nursery Volunteers – Volunteer sign-up sheets are on the clip board in theTower ofOpportunity in the narthex. Volunteer for the 8:30, 9:45 or 11:00 time on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th Sunday of the month or as available.
- Children’s Church – We are looking for volunteers to assist and help lead Children’s Church during the last part of the 11:00 worship service, except for the first Sunday of the month.
