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Bishop's Message on Gulf Coast Response
The following article excerpt is from a complete article on United Methodist News Service to be found at http:// tinyurl.com/43sj9q.
By Kathy L. Gilbert*
Oct. 2, 2008 | HOUSTON (UMNS)
Flood buckets are stocked at Sager Brown, the United Methodist Committee on Relief depot in Baldwin, La.
Hurricane Ike's arrival was bad timing.Even though the Sept. 13 storm left behind miles of demolished homes, businesses and churches along the Texas Gulf Coast, the Wall Street debacle and presidential debates stole its thunder in the national spotlight.
Hurricane Ike damaged more than 200 United Methodist structures in the Texas Annual Conference, making it the biggest disaster the conference has faced to date.
"For communities recovering from Hurricane Rita just three years ago, Ike's blow threatens to overwhelm their sense of confidence in the future," said Bishop Janice Riggle Huie. "In addition, the economic uncertainty in our nation and world is eliciting anxiety in almost everyone."
Media attention quickly turned away, added the Rev. Tom Hazelwood, United Methodist Committee on Relief's domestic relief director. "Media coverage is important. It keeps the disaster in front of the public.
To aid in Hurricane Ike disaster relief in Texas and Louisiana, mail checks to CPCUMC, P O Box 2053, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. Be sure to include "Advance No. 3019695, Hurricanes 2008" on the memo line of your check.
Bishop Middleton has the following information regarding how we can support the Gulf Coast disaster response:
Volunteer @ Hershey Park and Help Reduce Debt - October 25, 25, or 26
Want to earn Hersheypark vouchers and help your church reduce debt at the same time? In an effort to raise funds for debt retirement we will be volunteering in the Rides Operations Department of Hersheypark the weekend of October 24, 25 and 26. Hershey Entertainment and Resorts will issue a check to CrossPoint Church for the services our volunteers provide at a rate of $5.85 per hour per volunteer.
Check out Hershey's Web page for the weekend theme. Check out page 12 of our newsletter for more details.
Daystar in Need of Items |
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Daystar is in need of new (or used) pool sticks, racks, balls and table cover. If you have any of these things available and would like to donate, please deliver to Daystar at 125 N. 18th Street or call Deb at 717 896-3764. Thanks for all you do for our ministry at Daystar Center for Spiritual Recovery. |
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Computer Ministry Looking for Volunteers - An Individual or Small Group Opportunity |
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Earlier this summer Computer Ministry, Inc asked you for PCs. Well, Praise the LORD, we got them. Now, due to a large volume of PC donations from a major corporation, we need volunteers to help move the equipment from a local pick-up point to Mission Central, Mechanicsburg. We're also looking for folks willing to learn how to break down and refurbish PCs. This is NOT rocket science. If you can work a microwave, put a CD in a computer or a CD player, you can do this! And you'll meet a very special bunch of folks who already work here. |
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Mission Central Needs Supplies |
Mission Central is in need of certain items for our UMCOR Relief Kits: |
Celebration Station Mission Project
In an effort to support our Sister Church in Maboleh, Sierra Leone, Celebration Station
has made a commitment to collect much needed school supplies for children there who have none. Beginning Sunday, September 14th, we will begin collecting the following items only:
blunt scissors, rounded tip
pads or loose leaf of 8 ½ x 11” ruled paper
30 – centimeter rulers
hand held pencil sharpeners
unsharpened pencils with erasers
Grants Available for Families Struggling with Child Health-Related Expenses
The UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (http://uhccf.org/) has announced that new grants are available to help children who need critical health care treatment, services, or equipment not covered or not fully covered by their parents' health benefit plans.
UHCCF provides grants to families to help pay for child health care services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy sessions, prescriptions, and medical equipment such as wheelchairs, orthotics, and eyeglasses.
Parents and legal guardians may apply for grants of up to $5,000 each for child medical services and equipment by completing an online application at the UHCCF Web site.
To be eligible for a grant, children must be 16 years of age or younger. Families must meet economic guidelines, reside in the United States, and be covered by a commercial health benefit plan.
RFP Link:
http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15013057/uhccf
For additional RFPs in Children and Youth, visit:
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_children.jhtml
Do You Know an Artist?
The Worship Design Team is compiling a list of artists who would be willing to participate at our worship services throughout the year. We are searching for persons with expertise in drawing, painting, throwing pottery, sculpting etc. If you know of any persons who would be willing to share their artistry, please contact Kathy Robison (krobison@xpointumc.org or 545-1911).
Ignite Student Ministries Health Form
The Health Form must be updated each year and must be on file prior to any overnight youth event. Any questions, contact Josh Maatman or Jio Hardy.
Colonial Park
Ministry Opportunities
- Children's Ministry Opportunities - If you can rock a baby, tell a Bible story, or give hugs, we have the perfect ministry opportunity for you! Child care is provided for our infants through prekindergarten children during all of our Worship Services at all of our campuses. We need more persons willing to be part of a monthly rotation to care for the littlest members of our faith community. A commitment of 60 to 90 minutes a month has eternal significance in a child’s life. If you are willing to invest in the development of our children’s spiritual lives, please contact the following persons to serve: Colonial Park Campus: Katrina Fry at 540-7116.
- Prism Setup Crew - Additional persons are needed to help set-up Sholter Hall for worship on Sunday mornings. Set-up usually happens on Saturday afternoons/evenings (99% of the time). Please contact Kathy Goodman at the church office if you can assist in this ministry.
Care Ministries
- Prepared Meal Ministry – coordinated by Paula Grumbling, Karin Shipe, and Annette Strickler, this group provided meals to those who have recently returned from the hospital or have experienced the loss of a loved one. The “cooks” are contacted on a rotating basis as meals are needed.
- Hospital Visitation Ministry – coordinated by Allen Thompson and Kathy Kimmel, these “ministers” visit those who are hospitalized. Each minister is scheduled for two days/month (preferably back to back) to visit patients in Harrisburg area hospitals. We go as far as Seidle Memorial in Mechanicsburg and Hershey Medical Center. While we go to bless others, we find ourselves being most blessed! Training is provided.
- Nursing Home Visitation Ministry - These persons visit with those who are homebound or in assisted living housing each month. Training is provided (we are pleased to kick-off this ministry with the New Year).
- Eucharistic Ministry - The Eucharistic Ministry delivers Holy Communion to the homebound the first Sunday or Monday of each month. We are each assigned to a homebound person, and go to them wherever they are—their home, the hospital, the nursing home. Supplies and training are provided.
This is certainly not an exhaustive list but it does include a few areas you may participate in caring for our faith community. If you are interested in serving in any of these areas, please contact Jennifer Hecker at the church office.
Student Ministry Opportunities @ Colonial Park
- Students - Calling all students @ Colonial Park. Vessel could use more folks in the planning and doing of Vessel, whether in the media booth, on the stage, or in the background! If you sing or play any instrument, contact Tyler Margeson to see how you can get involved with the Band. If you prefer to be in the back, contact Pastor Adam on how to get involved! You can do it!
- Adults - We could always use more adult volunteers for events as a one time shot or as part of a regular commitment in our various small groups on Wednesdays or breakout groups on Sundays during Vessel. Don’t worry, training is provided and we won’t send you out without giving you the tools you’ll need! The students will embrace you!
For more information on anything regarding the student ministries at CrossPoint Church, contact Pastor Adam (aestep@xpointmuc.org) or Ben Pulaski at the South Hanover Campus (benpulaski@verizon.net).
TopRutherford
SHAPE series at the Rutherford campus
Starting in July we will be meeting after our Sunday morning service to explore how we are gifted and passionate about ministry. This is a great way to discover what God may have in store for you as you grow closer to Him and find out His plan for you.
Ministry Opportunities
- Children's Ministry Opportunities - If you can rock a baby, tell a Bible story, or give hugs, we have the perfect ministry opportunity for you! Child care is provided for our infants through prekindergarten children during all of our Worship Services at all of our campuses. We need more persons willing to be part of a monthly rotation to care for the littlest members of our faith community. A commitment of 60 to 90 minutes a month has eternal significance in a child’s life. If you are willing to invest in the development of our children’s spiritual lives, please contact the following persons to serve: Marie Mills at (717) 564-6454.
- Adult Education Teachers Needed - If interested, contact Helen Patrick at the Church office.
South Hanover
None Other needs Musicians
None Other, our contemporary Christian band, leads worship at our South Hanover Campus. With a mix of electric and acustic guitars, this band Rocks! Rehearsals are Monday nights @ 7:00 pm in Sholter Hall and a special vocal rehearsal is held separately. Currently the band is looking for back ups on every position, but most importantly they need a second drummer. If you're interested, please contact Kevin Brennan.
Ministry Opportunities
- South Hanover Celebration Station - is in great need of leaders and shepherds, especially through the holidays. Celebration Station takes place from 9:00-9:45 a.m. Sunday mornings for children in Kindergarten thru 5th grade. If you able to help, please call Tracie Gotshall at 566-7543.
- South Hanover Praise Band - is seeking new members to join the praise band as musicians or vocalists. Practices will be every other Monday night in Sholter Hall at the Colonial Park campus. If you are interested in auditioning, please call Kevin Brennen at 503-5429.
- Children's Ministry Opportunities - If you can rock a baby, tell a Bible story, or give hugs, we have the perfect ministry opportunity for you! Child care is provided for our infants through prekindergarten children during all of our Worship Services at all of our campuses. We need more persons willing to be part of a monthly rotation to care for the littlest members of our faith community. A commitment of 60 to 90 minutes a month has eternal significance in a child’s life. If you are willing to invest in the development of our children’s spiritual lives, please contact the following persons to serve: Linda Freeburn at (717) 469-0222.
- Adult Education Teachers Needed - If interested, contact Helen Patrick at the Church office.
- We have a thin skeleton crew most weeks to work on multi-media, hospitality, set-up, tear-down, etc. We need more bodies to help when the key person is off, or would like a break. Please contact the Church Office or call (717) 545-1911 if you would be available on a monthly basis, or if you have any time to give at all, we’ll take ya.
Email: mail@xpointumc.org