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ORGAN GETS TAKEN TO THE CLEANERS
Our wonderful pipe organ is being dismantled for a thorough cleaning which includes washing the pipes. Staff members and volunteers are helping in this once-in-a-lifetime effort to help keep the organ in top shape. Organist, Andrew Hackett (right) shares this brief history of the organ: In 1980 Robert Sipe, a distinguished organ designer and builder, was enlisted by then Music Director and Organist Richard Waggoner to refurbish and significantly augment the existing Austin organ. 55 percent of the current pipework is retained from that instrument. Much of it was new as of 1980. The positive division and the horizontal trumpet are additions by Sipe, as well as the tracker action Laukoff console. We are in the process of thoroughly cleaning nearly every individual pipe and the inside of the case; we are also making some substantial repairs. This will significantly improve the functionality of our instrument.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
CONTINUING IN JULY
Masonry and Organ Repairs in the Sanctuary (p1 and p4)
JULY 11
All Church Cook-Out (p6)
JULY 19-22
Earth Camp at Koinonia (p5)
JULY 25
Congregational Meeting and Potluck (p2)
AUGUST 16-20
Vacation Bible School (p5)
Here is your July 2010 Edition of the !nSpire. There is much to read and learn about inside. Did you know that the publication of this newsletter is made possible by a grant from the Hennepin Church Foundation? Thank you for supporting the Foundation with your time and gifts! The deadline for the August edition is 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 15th. Send to Spire@haumc.org, submit online at HennepinChurch.org (Share Your Story) or drop off at church, attn: Daniel, 612435-1320.
!NSPIRE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
FINANCE COMMITTEE UPDATE: ADJUSTING EXPECTATIONS
RODNEY BACON, FINANCE CHAIR At our April 20 meeting, Chris Jackson, Minister of Administration, reported that pledge revenue was approximately $50,000 short of our budgeted goal for 2010. The Finance Committee had been monitoring this issue throughout the winter and spring. Therefore, our committee took the following actions to balance the budget: • Identified $25,000 of potential one-time revenues ($15,000 of which was to ask the Trustees to allow donors to the Capital Campaign to reallocate pledge amounts to the Operating budget that were over and above the goal for the Capital Campaign; the Trustees generously approved this request later in the month of April and donors also generously
met this request within four days of notification by the Trustees – thank you!) • Reduced expenses by $25,000, primarily impacting Staff Parish Relations (personnel) and various operating Committee programs. All expense areas were impacted to some degree with the exception of Conference Apportionments, which will be funded and paid in full. The Administrative Council approved these recommendations at the May 6 meeting, adopting a balanced operating budget of $2.1 million. Additionally, through the end of June, the operating budget is projected to be at or near breakeven, which compares favorably to the prior year’s deficit of $41,000. Your regular contributions through the summer months will keep us on target. Thank you! In other business, Daniel Pederson, communications director, explained the new web page that allows Hennepin people to discuss church events and issues online. Visitors can comment on documents such as Hennepin’s new ministry plan and other postings as well as create their own postings. It can be found at thoughts.hennepinchurch.org. Ad Council members also heard that: • Organizers want to have more children involved in Earth Camp and Vacation Bible School, and are asking for help in getting the word out. Volunteers to help with the events themselves would also be appreciated. Earth Camp will be July 19 to 22, and Vacation Bible School will take place Aug. 16 to 20. • Hennepin Church will host five forums next fall as part of the “Sabbath to End Homelessness” series sponsored by Downtown Congregations to End Homelessness. Fourteen congregations are involved, and several Hennepin members are participating in the planning. • Members of the Hennepin Church community will come together for a celebration and potluck at 11:00 AM, July 25.
MAKING “LEMONADE!”
Think you can’t help the poor? Kate Northrup donated the proceeds from her lemonade stand to Community Meals. Kate, your generosity means that 20 people will have new socks. 20 people will have warm, dry, clean feet! Your donation of $11 has blessed so many. God is smiling from ear to ear!
CHURCH MEETING AND POTLUCK
The Administrative Council is hosting a congregational meeting and potluck lunch on Sunday, July 25. The meeting will convene in the Social Hall at 11:00 AM, and lunch will follow at 11:30 or so. Please bring your salads, breads, and dessert (refrigeration will be offered in the kitchen for drop-off prior to the service to keep your items cold) and the Food Service Ministry will provide baked chicken as the entrée—be our guest! Ad Council leaders will offer a brief update on current/upcoming church activities, and we will offer our farewell to Pastor Bruce Robbins who begins his sabbatical July 31. Please join us! Childcare will be offered for those who need it.
AD COUNCIL AFFIRMS MINISTRY CANDIDATES, HEARS OF HENNEPIN
HAPPENINGS
BY BOBBIE KELLER Staff changes and a new vehicle for online discussion of Hennepin Church issues were among the topics on the Administrative Council’s agenda June 10. Ad Council members learned that Rev. Paula Colton was set to become Hennepin’s new youth minister on July 1. She most recently served at Excelsior UMC in children’s ministries. In addition, Kristyn Ebert Johnson has begun working full-time in shared ministries and outreach. Mary Martin took on Johnson’s former role as halftime volunteer coordinator for the Dignity Center in late June. Brittany Kallman, director of legacy giving, is leaving Hennepin to return to graduate school full-time in the fall. Ad Council members briefly met as a charge conference to reaffirm Dayna Wolhart, Jeff Alden Pope and Erica Sigauke as continuing candidates for ordained ministry, to approve Leslie Ball as a certified candidate for ordained ministry and to approve the compensation package for Rev. Colton. — Page Two —
UMW FUNDS AVAILABLE
A United Methodist Women member left a substantial bequest to be used for UMW projects. We encourage you to apply if you have a project that would benefit primarily women and children. All groups at Hennepin are welcome to apply. Our application is short and our generosity is great. The deadline for application is August 1. Contact Karen Andrew 651-485-6630 or karenandrew@juno.com for info.
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS
ON NEW
CHURCH BLOG
We have a new way to communicate at Hennepin, specifically about our Ministry Plan to cultivate spiritual vitality and reach new people. A blog has been set up at Thoughts.HennepinChurch.org. If you would like to join in the discussion just click on the link to register. (You can even use your account from Facebook, Twitter, AOL, Yahoo, etc. to sign in). Once you’ve signed up, you can comment and add your voice to the discussion. Share your ideas and dreams as we work together as a community to cultivate our spirituality and reach new people! Sally Johnson spurs our thoughts as she writes:
What does this mean to you?
So…Hennepin has a Ministry Plan, two goals by which we are shaping our work, ministry and the act of being church with one another. The two goals are: Cultivate Spiritual Vitality and Reach New People. Sounds easy, right? Not so fast. What does it mean to YOU to 'cultivate your spiritual vitality'? Does this happen for you at Hennepin? If so, in what context? If not, what helps you to cultivate your spiritual life and where does it happen? And what does it mean to YOU to reach new people? Certainly we have guests who join us for worship every Sunday. Have you met any of them? How do you share your experiences at Hennepin with others? And what about those people who sit right beside you or behind you in church every Sunday? Do you know their names? Do they know yours? And then there are all those folks who made the effort of becoming members last year, 5 years ago, 10 years ago and we haven't seen much of them. What might happen if we reached out to them, invited them to join us on Sunday or for an event that is happening at Hennepin? Two goals that sound pretty simple. But with all these questions, where do we begin? I would love to hear your thoughts!
WITH EYES WIDE OPEN AT SACRED JOURNEY
Worshipers at Sacred Journey will have the opportunity to have their eyes opened to the movement of God in sacred places when, on Sunday, July 18th, Bill Mate and Mary Honstead bring the message. Bill is a retired
United Methodist minister who makes his home at Hennepin and Mary is on the staff of the North Central Ministry Development Center. Both will share stories of the places where they find the Sacred present in the waters of lakes and the heights of mountains. On Sunday, July 25th, Twin Cities singer/songwriter and actress Ruth MacKenzie will share both her music and the message at Sacred Journey. Over the years Ruth has been a guest on Prairie Home Companion and has performed in countless shows including
her own Kalevala: Dream of the Salmon Maiden. Her haunting voice has been a part of countless shows including Ten November, the story of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald where she performed with Claudia Schmidt, Prudence Johnson and Kevin Kling. Ruth is also a student at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities working toward her Master of Divinity degree.
MOVIES IN THE PARK… THE MUPPET MOVIE!
BY BECCA JOHNSON, 40 BELOW (YOUNG ADULTS)
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
AUGUST 3
Grab your favorite chair or blanket and join us at Phelps The Loring Park Neighborhood event park on Friday, July 16 for a free viewing of The Muppet for the National Night Out is taking Movie. Meet at Hennepin at 7:00 PM, then carpool over to place on Tuesday, August 3, from 6 to 9 the park. Bring snacks and drinks to enjoy for the movie. Find us on Facebook at: PM at the Minneapolis Women’s Club. HAUMC 40 Below. All neighbors are invited to attend, as well as to volunteer for this event. Contact Paul Hinderager at 612OUTING TO VIEW THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS EXHIBIT 813-5306 or paulh@womansclub.org to The Life Adventures Group has scheduled a trip to view The Dead Sea Scroll participate as a volunteer, exhibit at the Science Museum on Friday, July 23 at 1:00 PM. Cost is $18 and must or to offer your assistance be paid in advance. Call the Church to save your spot, and mail or drop off your by making a financial payment by Sunday, July 18. (Because we buy the tickets in advance, this is a firm donation. deadline). Look for more information in the Sunday Spire. Everyone welcome! — Page Three —
SCIENCE AND RELIGION ROUNDTABLE
BY
SUMMER ADULT NURTURE
PILGRIM AT TINKER CREEK JULY 11 & 18, 11:00 AM Join Bruce Robbins as we delve into Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard. Published in 1974, this nonfiction work defies categorization. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for general nonfiction, it’s often read as an example of American nature writing or as a meditation. Dillard resists these labels, preferring to think of the book as a theological treatise.
WORK CONTINUES
BY
CHRIS JACKSON
KRISTIAN CLAUSER
If you’re interested in how science and religion can be partners in the quest for truth, this book club may be for you. Our gatherings, usually on the 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM, are marked with great questions, lively discussions, occasional debates, frequent laughter, and yummy treats! Meetings are free and newcomers are always welcome! Questions? Contact Kristian Clauser: ckclauser@gmail.com. To get email reminders about meetings and topics, join our Yahoo Group: science-religion-roundtable. Upcoming dates and topics include:
DIGNITY CENTER BECOMES PART OF LEGAL CLINIC NETWORK
BY
MURIA KRUGER
• June 24, 2010 - The Big Questions
in Science and Religion by Keith Ward
• July 22, 2010 - Einstein's God:
Conversations About Science and the Human Spirit by Krista Tippett
• August 26, 2010 - Technology and
Religion: Remaining Human in a Co-created World by Noreen Herzfeld
• September 23, 2010 - Living with
Darwin: Evolution, Design, and the Future of Faith by Philip Kitcher
• October 28, 2010 - Questions of
Truth: Fifty-one Responses to Questions About God, Science, and Belief by John Polkinghorne and Nicholas Beale
• December 2, 2010 (HOLIDAY
SCHEDULE: No 4th Thursday meeting in November or December. Meet 1st Thursday in December instead) - Take a break from the books for the holidays and join us for a movie night. Bring a snack or holiday treat to share as we watch Creation, starring Paul Bettany as Charles Darwin.
The Dignity Center has just been approved to be one of the Volunteer Lawyer’s Network’s (VLN) Legal Clinics. Though lawyers have been volunteering at the Dignity Center for some time, their role has been primarily limited to providing referrals. Now, with the legal malpractice insurance coverage through VLN, lawyers will be able to meet with clients and provide legal advice and more concrete assistance. As a VLN Clinic, the Dignity Center will provide “brief legal services.” This means that lawyers will not take on full representation of clients, but lawyers will be able to meet with Dignity Center clients once, twice, or on a recurring basis to help them through their legal issues. Clients will remain primarily responsible for making progress in their cases. With the new designation the Dignity Center is looking for more lawyers who are willing to commit to volunteering at the Dignity Center one morning a week. Smaller time commitments are possible. At least three years’ civil legal experience is preferred, and training is provided. For more information, contact Muria Kruger, Dignity Center volunteer, at muriak@yahoo.com.
Continuing in July you will see repair/remodeling projects and some maintenance at Hennepin, mostly in our sanctuary, made possible by special bequests to the Trustees, capital contributions, and the Trustees’ investment funds. The light-colored stonework in the sanctuary is being cleaned. Much of it was discolored in the days of our coalfired boilers, and instances of water damage. A large lift will be needed to reach the highest areas of the vaulted ceiling which will require moving pews in the center section of the sanctuary. Because it is so large and difficult to move, the lift will be in the sanctuary on Sunday July 4. You won’t want to miss seeing this contraption — but you may need to sit in a different pew! Our thirty-year-old sanctuary organ will also be cleaned during this period. Expert cleaners and tuners will direct the work, but volunteers are still needed for this project. Contact Bill Mathis or Andrew Hackett to serve during the week of July 19-23. Finally, the Border Memorial Chapel will undergo its remodeling with new lighting, seating, and carpet in late July, so as not to conflict with the sanctuary work. The Trustees initiated this project upon the recommendation of the worship committee, staff, and Ad Council. Those who have requested a pew from the chapel will be contacted directly with the dates for pew pick-up.
• January 27, 2011 - Reviving Christian
Humanism: The New Conversation on Spirituality, Theology, and Psychology by Don Browning — Page Four —
GUEST PREACHERS AT 9:30 AM WORSHIP
The staff and SPR would like report that plans have been made for providing for worship leadership during Bruce Robbins’ sabbatical this fall. From August through November, Leah Rosso, Chris Jackson and Sally Johnson will provide leadership in preaching on a more regular basis. We will welcome monthly guest preachers as well: AUGUST 22 Reverend Dr. Mary McNamara, newly installed President of United Theological Seminary SEPTEMBER 19 Reverend Dr. Mark Horst, a Methodist pastor who recently left parish ministry to pursue a career as an oil painter OCTOBER 17 Reverend Sally Dyck, Bishop of the Minnesota Annual Conference NOVEMBER 21 Doug Pagitt, pastor of Solomon’s Porch in south Minneapolis
JULY 4 – INDEPENDENCE DAY
BY ROB GAMBLE, RECONCILING MINISTRIES American Independence is freedom to be a full participating member of the community. Exodus 35:4 – 39:40 illustrates God’s vision for the inclusion of everyone to create the plan for the tabernacle and everything connected with the worship of God. God gave Moses a plan and then let the people respond. “And they came, everyone whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and brought the Lord’s offering to be used for the tent of meeting… So they came, both men and women all who were of a willing heart…And then there were the men and women who had the skills needed…” The enthusiasm was so great that the people were told not to bring anything more. One definition for the word independent is not being under the control of someone else. It has taken 234 years for the U.S. to move this far, giving independence or freedom to be full participants to the land owners and free men, later limited independence for women and racial minorities. Women and racial minorities still face barriers for the full expression of their abilities. The LGBT community is seeking the freedom to be full participants in church and community life. No one knows how large the LGBT community is because a large portion lives hidden, unable to give full expression of their gifts. Reconciling Ministry is creating independence or freedom to be people in community whose hearts are stirred and spirit willing to create God’s vision of a world in which creation, love and peace are enjoyed by all and God is revealed and glorified. As long as one person is restricted in the freedom to love, to use the inborn possibilities inherited from God, the church and nation is impoverished and enslaved.
UMW HOLDS SUCCESSFUL SPRING RENEWAL
STACEY GRIMES, UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Approximately 70 people participated in UMW’s joyous Spring Renewal on April 17th, and we were honored to have Bishop Sally Dyck and the Reverend Bill Mate provide thought-provoking welcoming and closing remarks. Attendees chose from workshops which focused on living a “greener” life both spiritually and environmentally with topics that ranged from “Making Birthing Kits for UMCOR,” “Natural Foods for Health,” and “Making Your Own Green Cleaning Products,” to “Qigong and Love and Forgiveness Meditation,” ”Finding Your Sweet Spot in Life: Making Your Heart Sing,” and “Spirituality and the Senses: Oils from the Bible.” Midway through the day, HAUMC kitchen staff showed us how delicious healthy eating can be with a refreshing lunch of asparagus soup and “Calda Verde” (kale and potato soup), a Strawberry-Spinach-Chicken Salad, fresh fruit and rhubarb upside-down cake for dessert. Thanks are owed to many people for their time and efforts on this spirit-renewing event! Unable to attend? Look for details later this year about our Fall 2010 event!
SUMMER FUN AT HENNEPIN!
EARTH CAMP JULY 19-22
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AUGUST 16-20
Registration is now open for both Vacation Bible School and Earth Camp. VBS will take place from 9:00 AM - 12:00 noon the week of August 16. Earth Camp is scheduled for July 19-22 at Koinonia Retreat Center. The theme this year for Vacation Bible School is ReNew, and will inspire kids and adults to grow in their faith while learning to change the world as they practice stewardship of creation. Registration forms are available on the bulletin board in the Education Wing, and also at HennepinChurch.org. You may register as a participant or as a volunteer, but don’t miss the fun!
Bishop Sally Dyck (L) and Karen Andrew (R).
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PARISH NURSE
MARY MENSHEHA, CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTRY Within a few months, Hennepin will have a Parish Nurse. For some members, this is welcome news. For others, the news raises questions. How is this possible financially? And just what is a parish nurse? A parish nurse is an experienced registered nurse with additional education in parish nursing. She (or he) works with the pastoral staff to promote health and wellness within the congregation. A parish nurse provides support to individuals and families throughout all stages of life. Typically, the role of a parish nurse encompasses these roles: • a Health Educator who provides classes and support groups on health-related topics • a Health Counselor who meets with members to discuss health concerns • a Volunteer Coordinator who assists with the current Congregational Care Ministries and helps develop new programs as needed
• an Advocate for individuals in the COOK-OUT IS COMING UP! congregation who have no support While Breakfast at Hennepin is on a system summer hiatus, other special food events • a Referral Source with knowledge are planned: of health resources and senior living July 11 - Cook-Out options July 25 - Congregational Potluck/Mtg • an Integrator of the faith/health relaAugust 1 - Ice Cream Social tionship August 15 - Cook-Out • a parish nurse does not provide hands-on nursing care. The Congregational Care Committee has recommended that the initial focus of Hennepin’s Parish Nurse be on health education and support to Congregational Care Ministries. Funding for this part time position was made possible by a generous donation from a Hennepin member who specified that the funds be used to hire a Parish Nurse, in an effort to promote wellness through the integration of body, mind, and spirit. Thank you, donor, for your gift to our Congregation. If you are interested in this 10 hour/week position, please contact Chris Jackson at 612435-1308 or Chris@haumc.org.
Join your church friends (and invite others) for a cook-out lunch just after worship on Sunday, July 11, 10:45 AM. Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket to picnic in the parsonage backyard. Additional seating will be provided in Carlson Hall and the East Entry. Cost is $5/adults and $3/children. An Ice Cream Social is planned for Sunday, August 1.
POP TABS FOR WIDOWS
BY RACHEL ELLIOTT what about buying a wooden or metal bowl for serving outside? Or if you’re going on a picnic, we have thermoses, coolers, picnic baskets and silverware! No more worrying about leaving your serving spoons at a potluck, most silverware is just $0.25/each. This is more environmentally sound than using plastic which will end up in a landfill! Steeple People Surplus Store also has an assortment of silk flowers, some gardening pots for your outdoor spaces. We challenge you to come in and find something you can use or want. The price is certainly right. At 40-90% off retail you can’t beat these deals.
Are you saving the pull tabs from your aluminum cans for one of your summer projects? The widows of Uganda will be BRENDA LEWIS so glad to get them. These are young It is summer and hopefully you women whose husbands died from HIV/ are enjoying a patio, porch or deck, AIDS recently and need to have money relaxing and entertaining. How about to raise their children. By selling jewelry spiffing up your outdoor living space? made from the pop can tabs these young Did you know Steeple People Surplus widows will be able to provide for their Store has shelves of candle holders and children. My granddaughter, Julie, has a decorations just waiting to find the right street ministry in Kampala, Uganda, which home? Why spend mega-bucks for ministers to these women, seldom older something that will get rained on, or for than she is (23). This is the 3rd year of something that will look exactly like her ministry in addition to which she what the Jones’s have down the street? holds a full time job there. But that’s Continuing with an outdoor theme, another story. By saving your pull tabs, and bringing them to church in August, HELP NEW RESIDENTS The Minnesota Council of Churches Refugee program needs volunteers to help children will be fed, widows will be in welcoming newly-arrived refugees to the Twin Cities. You can help by driving encouraged, and the words of Jesus will people to get Social Security cards or medical appointments, welcoming them at be fulfilled. Thank you! the airport, helping them enroll in English language classes, or setting up their apartments. If you’re interested, contact Kristin Zoellner, Resource Coordinator of Refugee Services at kristin.zoellner@mnchurches.org. You can choose to work with one family for several months or join a weekly list of volunteer opportunities and respond to those opportunities that interest you. No special training is required —orientation is provided by Refugee Services. Those now arriving are coming from Bhutan, Burma, Somalia, Ethiopia, and Iraq. This is a great chance to help extend Minnesota hospitality to our new residents! — Page Six —
REASONS TO SHOP AT STEEPLE PEOPLE
SELECTED EVENTS…
THURSDAY, JULY 1 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Labyrinth Open 3:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 2 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Alanon 10:00 AM SUNDAY, JULY 4 Independence Day Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Community Meals 4:45 PM MONDAY, JULY 5
Church Closed for Independence Day Holiday
TUESDAY, JULY 6 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Multigenerational Committee 6:30 PM Reconciling Committee 6:30 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 7 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM Koinonia Task Force 7:00 PM THURSDAY, JULY 8 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Labyrinth Open 3:00 PM Foundation Board 6:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 9 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Alanon 10:00 AM SATURDAY, JULY 10 Brittany Kallman Recital 2:00 PM Tegtmeier/Longmire Wedding 5:00 PM SUNDAY, JULY 11 Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:45 AM Reconciling Ministries 9:45 AM All Church Cook-Out 10:45 AM Pilgrim at Tinker Creek 11:00 AM Membership Class 11:00 AM Walk to Emmaus Dinner 5:00 PM TUESDAY, JULY 13 Children’s Council 6:30 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 14 Steeple People Board Meeting 5:30 PM Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM THURSDAY, JULY 15 August !nSpire Deadline 10:00 AM Labyrinth 3:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 16 Alanon 10:00 AM SATURDAY, JULY 17 George/Akhund Wedding 1:00 PM Larson/Weber Wedding 5:00 PM
SUNDAY, JULY 18 Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:45 AM Pilgrim at Tinker Creek 11:00 AM Membership Class 11:00 AM UMW Leadership 11:00 AM MONDAY, JULY 19 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp at Koinonia TUESDAY, JULY 20 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp at Koinonia Global Outreach 6:30 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 21 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp at Koinonia Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM Staff Parish Relations 6:00 PM Koinonia Board 7:00 PM THURSDAY, JULY 22 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp @ Koinonia Labyrinth 3:00 PM Science & Faith Roundtable 7:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 23 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit 1:00 PM Alanon 10:00 AM SUNDAY, JULY 25 Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:45 AM Congregational Mtg/Potluck 11:00 AM WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 Dignity Center Steering 6:30 PM THURSDAY, JULY 29 D.C.E.H. 2:30 PM Labyrinth 3:00 PM Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM Haiti Partnership 6:00 PM Trustees 7:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 30 Alanon 10:00 AM
SELECTED EVENTS CALENDAR
The calendar on this page does not include every event happening at the church. It is a sample of events, and for the most part (aside from Worship-type events) lists one-time events and events that happen monthly. Groups that regularly meet weekly are not listed due to the amount of space that would require, and that the group members are already aware of the regular schedule, not necessitating a reminder. In any case, those events are listed each week in the Sunday Spire. For example: the Dignity Center is open M-W-F; the Library Committee meets at 8:30 AM Tuesdays; the Knotty Quilters meet at 9:30 AM and the Recyclers meet at 1 PM on Wednesdays; the Men’s Fellowship meets on Fridays at 7:00 AM, etc. Members of these groups who wish to extend an invitation to new members are encouraged to submit an article for the Sunday Spire or the !nSpire monthly newsletter. (Keep it around 50 words for the Sunday Spire, a little longer is okay for the !nSpire). Pictures are also welcome!
HOLIDAY CLOSING
The Church Building and Offices will be closed all day on Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. Because July 4 is on Sunday this year, and we will have morning worship as usual and Community Meals in the afternoon, the building will be open all day on the 4th.
WALK TO EMMAUS/ UNIDOS EN CRISTO
Sunday Potluck dinners are back: July 11th, 5 - 7 PM in the Social Hall. Come say hello to your friends, bring a dish to share, and start humming your favorite songs. We are getting together to share Christ's love and starting a support network for people thinking about the October Walks: Oct. 7-10 Men, and Oct. 14-17 Women. Think about your friends to sponsor. We need to update your information with any changes. Please call Nancy or Keith Sjoquist at 612-825-3576, nsjoquist@gmail.com, or Larry Duncan at 612-435-1309, Larry@haumc.org.
Send calendar corrections to: Jodi@haumc.org With summer upon us, meeting times may change and groups may go on hiatus. Please make sure you have contacted Jodi Gustafson with your current schedule so that may be reflected in our calendar of events. You can reach Jodi at 612435-1325 or Jodi@haumc.org.
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Sunday Worship Schedule
July 4
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Bruce Robbins, Leader Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Sally Johnson, Leader Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Sally Johnson, Leader Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Chris Jackson, Leader
July 11
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM
July 18
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM
July 25
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM
Relevant
Inclusive
Beautiful
July 2010
ORGAN GETS TAKEN TO THE CLEANERS
Our wonderful pipe organ is being dismantled for a thorough cleaning which includes washing the pipes. Staff members and volunteers are helping in this once-in-a-lifetime effort to help keep the organ in top shape. Organist, Andrew Hackett (right) shares this brief history of the organ: In 1980 Robert Sipe, a distinguished organ designer and builder, was enlisted by then Music Director and Organist Richard Waggoner to refurbish and significantly augment the existing Austin organ. 55 percent of the current pipework is retained from that instrument. Much of it was new as of 1980. The positive division and the horizontal trumpet are additions by Sipe, as well as the tracker action Laukoff console. We are in the process of thoroughly cleaning nearly every individual pipe and the inside of the case; we are also making some substantial repairs. This will significantly improve the functionality of our instrument.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
CONTINUING IN JULY
Masonry and Organ Repairs in the Sanctuary (p1 and p4)
JULY 11
All Church Cook-Out (p6)
JULY 19-22
Earth Camp at Koinonia (p5)
JULY 25
Congregational Meeting and Potluck (p2)
AUGUST 16-20
Vacation Bible School (p5)
Here is your July 2010 Edition of the !nSpire. There is much to read and learn about inside. Did you know that the publication of this newsletter is made possible by a grant from the Hennepin Church Foundation? Thank you for supporting the Foundation with your time and gifts! The deadline for the August edition is 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 15th. Send to Spire@haumc.org, submit online at HennepinChurch.org (Share Your Story) or drop off at church, attn: Daniel, 612435-1320.
!NSPIRE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
FINANCE COMMITTEE UPDATE: ADJUSTING EXPECTATIONS
RODNEY BACON, FINANCE CHAIR At our April 20 meeting, Chris Jackson, Minister of Administration, reported that pledge revenue was approximately $50,000 short of our budgeted goal for 2010. The Finance Committee had been monitoring this issue throughout the winter and spring. Therefore, our committee took the following actions to balance the budget: • Identified $25,000 of potential one-time revenues ($15,000 of which was to ask the Trustees to allow donors to the Capital Campaign to reallocate pledge amounts to the Operating budget that were over and above the goal for the Capital Campaign; the Trustees generously approved this request later in the month of April and donors also generously
met this request within four days of notification by the Trustees – thank you!) • Reduced expenses by $25,000, primarily impacting Staff Parish Relations (personnel) and various operating Committee programs. All expense areas were impacted to some degree with the exception of Conference Apportionments, which will be funded and paid in full. The Administrative Council approved these recommendations at the May 6 meeting, adopting a balanced operating budget of $2.1 million. Additionally, through the end of June, the operating budget is projected to be at or near breakeven, which compares favorably to the prior year’s deficit of $41,000. Your regular contributions through the summer months will keep us on target. Thank you! In other business, Daniel Pederson, communications director, explained the new web page that allows Hennepin people to discuss church events and issues online. Visitors can comment on documents such as Hennepin’s new ministry plan and other postings as well as create their own postings. It can be found at thoughts.hennepinchurch.org. Ad Council members also heard that: • Organizers want to have more children involved in Earth Camp and Vacation Bible School, and are asking for help in getting the word out. Volunteers to help with the events themselves would also be appreciated. Earth Camp will be July 19 to 22, and Vacation Bible School will take place Aug. 16 to 20. • Hennepin Church will host five forums next fall as part of the “Sabbath to End Homelessness” series sponsored by Downtown Congregations to End Homelessness. Fourteen congregations are involved, and several Hennepin members are participating in the planning. • Members of the Hennepin Church community will come together for a celebration and potluck at 11:00 AM, July 25.
MAKING “LEMONADE!”
Think you can’t help the poor? Kate Northrup donated the proceeds from her lemonade stand to Community Meals. Kate, your generosity means that 20 people will have new socks. 20 people will have warm, dry, clean feet! Your donation of $11 has blessed so many. God is smiling from ear to ear!
CHURCH MEETING AND POTLUCK
The Administrative Council is hosting a congregational meeting and potluck lunch on Sunday, July 25. The meeting will convene in the Social Hall at 11:00 AM, and lunch will follow at 11:30 or so. Please bring your salads, breads, and dessert (refrigeration will be offered in the kitchen for drop-off prior to the service to keep your items cold) and the Food Service Ministry will provide baked chicken as the entrée—be our guest! Ad Council leaders will offer a brief update on current/upcoming church activities, and we will offer our farewell to Pastor Bruce Robbins who begins his sabbatical July 31. Please join us! Childcare will be offered for those who need it.
AD COUNCIL AFFIRMS MINISTRY CANDIDATES, HEARS OF HENNEPIN
HAPPENINGS
BY BOBBIE KELLER Staff changes and a new vehicle for online discussion of Hennepin Church issues were among the topics on the Administrative Council’s agenda June 10. Ad Council members learned that Rev. Paula Colton was set to become Hennepin’s new youth minister on July 1. She most recently served at Excelsior UMC in children’s ministries. In addition, Kristyn Ebert Johnson has begun working full-time in shared ministries and outreach. Mary Martin took on Johnson’s former role as halftime volunteer coordinator for the Dignity Center in late June. Brittany Kallman, director of legacy giving, is leaving Hennepin to return to graduate school full-time in the fall. Ad Council members briefly met as a charge conference to reaffirm Dayna Wolhart, Jeff Alden Pope and Erica Sigauke as continuing candidates for ordained ministry, to approve Leslie Ball as a certified candidate for ordained ministry and to approve the compensation package for Rev. Colton. — Page Two —
UMW FUNDS AVAILABLE
A United Methodist Women member left a substantial bequest to be used for UMW projects. We encourage you to apply if you have a project that would benefit primarily women and children. All groups at Hennepin are welcome to apply. Our application is short and our generosity is great. The deadline for application is August 1. Contact Karen Andrew 651-485-6630 or karenandrew@juno.com for info.
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS
ON NEW
CHURCH BLOG
We have a new way to communicate at Hennepin, specifically about our Ministry Plan to cultivate spiritual vitality and reach new people. A blog has been set up at Thoughts.HennepinChurch.org. If you would like to join in the discussion just click on the link to register. (You can even use your account from Facebook, Twitter, AOL, Yahoo, etc. to sign in). Once you’ve signed up, you can comment and add your voice to the discussion. Share your ideas and dreams as we work together as a community to cultivate our spirituality and reach new people! Sally Johnson spurs our thoughts as she writes:
What does this mean to you?
So…Hennepin has a Ministry Plan, two goals by which we are shaping our work, ministry and the act of being church with one another. The two goals are: Cultivate Spiritual Vitality and Reach New People. Sounds easy, right? Not so fast. What does it mean to YOU to 'cultivate your spiritual vitality'? Does this happen for you at Hennepin? If so, in what context? If not, what helps you to cultivate your spiritual life and where does it happen? And what does it mean to YOU to reach new people? Certainly we have guests who join us for worship every Sunday. Have you met any of them? How do you share your experiences at Hennepin with others? And what about those people who sit right beside you or behind you in church every Sunday? Do you know their names? Do they know yours? And then there are all those folks who made the effort of becoming members last year, 5 years ago, 10 years ago and we haven't seen much of them. What might happen if we reached out to them, invited them to join us on Sunday or for an event that is happening at Hennepin? Two goals that sound pretty simple. But with all these questions, where do we begin? I would love to hear your thoughts!
WITH EYES WIDE OPEN AT SACRED JOURNEY
Worshipers at Sacred Journey will have the opportunity to have their eyes opened to the movement of God in sacred places when, on Sunday, July 18th, Bill Mate and Mary Honstead bring the message. Bill is a retired
United Methodist minister who makes his home at Hennepin and Mary is on the staff of the North Central Ministry Development Center. Both will share stories of the places where they find the Sacred present in the waters of lakes and the heights of mountains. On Sunday, July 25th, Twin Cities singer/songwriter and actress Ruth MacKenzie will share both her music and the message at Sacred Journey. Over the years Ruth has been a guest on Prairie Home Companion and has performed in countless shows including
her own Kalevala: Dream of the Salmon Maiden. Her haunting voice has been a part of countless shows including Ten November, the story of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald where she performed with Claudia Schmidt, Prudence Johnson and Kevin Kling. Ruth is also a student at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities working toward her Master of Divinity degree.
MOVIES IN THE PARK… THE MUPPET MOVIE!
BY BECCA JOHNSON, 40 BELOW (YOUNG ADULTS)
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
AUGUST 3
Grab your favorite chair or blanket and join us at Phelps The Loring Park Neighborhood event park on Friday, July 16 for a free viewing of The Muppet for the National Night Out is taking Movie. Meet at Hennepin at 7:00 PM, then carpool over to place on Tuesday, August 3, from 6 to 9 the park. Bring snacks and drinks to enjoy for the movie. Find us on Facebook at: PM at the Minneapolis Women’s Club. HAUMC 40 Below. All neighbors are invited to attend, as well as to volunteer for this event. Contact Paul Hinderager at 612OUTING TO VIEW THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS EXHIBIT 813-5306 or paulh@womansclub.org to The Life Adventures Group has scheduled a trip to view The Dead Sea Scroll participate as a volunteer, exhibit at the Science Museum on Friday, July 23 at 1:00 PM. Cost is $18 and must or to offer your assistance be paid in advance. Call the Church to save your spot, and mail or drop off your by making a financial payment by Sunday, July 18. (Because we buy the tickets in advance, this is a firm donation. deadline). Look for more information in the Sunday Spire. Everyone welcome! — Page Three —
SCIENCE AND RELIGION ROUNDTABLE
BY
SUMMER ADULT NURTURE
PILGRIM AT TINKER CREEK JULY 11 & 18, 11:00 AM Join Bruce Robbins as we delve into Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard. Published in 1974, this nonfiction work defies categorization. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for general nonfiction, it’s often read as an example of American nature writing or as a meditation. Dillard resists these labels, preferring to think of the book as a theological treatise.
WORK CONTINUES
BY
CHRIS JACKSON
KRISTIAN CLAUSER
If you’re interested in how science and religion can be partners in the quest for truth, this book club may be for you. Our gatherings, usually on the 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM, are marked with great questions, lively discussions, occasional debates, frequent laughter, and yummy treats! Meetings are free and newcomers are always welcome! Questions? Contact Kristian Clauser: ckclauser@gmail.com. To get email reminders about meetings and topics, join our Yahoo Group: science-religion-roundtable. Upcoming dates and topics include:
DIGNITY CENTER BECOMES PART OF LEGAL CLINIC NETWORK
BY
MURIA KRUGER
• June 24, 2010 - The Big Questions
in Science and Religion by Keith Ward
• July 22, 2010 - Einstein's God:
Conversations About Science and the Human Spirit by Krista Tippett
• August 26, 2010 - Technology and
Religion: Remaining Human in a Co-created World by Noreen Herzfeld
• September 23, 2010 - Living with
Darwin: Evolution, Design, and the Future of Faith by Philip Kitcher
• October 28, 2010 - Questions of
Truth: Fifty-one Responses to Questions About God, Science, and Belief by John Polkinghorne and Nicholas Beale
• December 2, 2010 (HOLIDAY
SCHEDULE: No 4th Thursday meeting in November or December. Meet 1st Thursday in December instead) - Take a break from the books for the holidays and join us for a movie night. Bring a snack or holiday treat to share as we watch Creation, starring Paul Bettany as Charles Darwin.
The Dignity Center has just been approved to be one of the Volunteer Lawyer’s Network’s (VLN) Legal Clinics. Though lawyers have been volunteering at the Dignity Center for some time, their role has been primarily limited to providing referrals. Now, with the legal malpractice insurance coverage through VLN, lawyers will be able to meet with clients and provide legal advice and more concrete assistance. As a VLN Clinic, the Dignity Center will provide “brief legal services.” This means that lawyers will not take on full representation of clients, but lawyers will be able to meet with Dignity Center clients once, twice, or on a recurring basis to help them through their legal issues. Clients will remain primarily responsible for making progress in their cases. With the new designation the Dignity Center is looking for more lawyers who are willing to commit to volunteering at the Dignity Center one morning a week. Smaller time commitments are possible. At least three years’ civil legal experience is preferred, and training is provided. For more information, contact Muria Kruger, Dignity Center volunteer, at muriak@yahoo.com.
Continuing in July you will see repair/remodeling projects and some maintenance at Hennepin, mostly in our sanctuary, made possible by special bequests to the Trustees, capital contributions, and the Trustees’ investment funds. The light-colored stonework in the sanctuary is being cleaned. Much of it was discolored in the days of our coalfired boilers, and instances of water damage. A large lift will be needed to reach the highest areas of the vaulted ceiling which will require moving pews in the center section of the sanctuary. Because it is so large and difficult to move, the lift will be in the sanctuary on Sunday July 4. You won’t want to miss seeing this contraption — but you may need to sit in a different pew! Our thirty-year-old sanctuary organ will also be cleaned during this period. Expert cleaners and tuners will direct the work, but volunteers are still needed for this project. Contact Bill Mathis or Andrew Hackett to serve during the week of July 19-23. Finally, the Border Memorial Chapel will undergo its remodeling with new lighting, seating, and carpet in late July, so as not to conflict with the sanctuary work. The Trustees initiated this project upon the recommendation of the worship committee, staff, and Ad Council. Those who have requested a pew from the chapel will be contacted directly with the dates for pew pick-up.
• January 27, 2011 - Reviving Christian
Humanism: The New Conversation on Spirituality, Theology, and Psychology by Don Browning — Page Four —
GUEST PREACHERS AT 9:30 AM WORSHIP
The staff and SPR would like report that plans have been made for providing for worship leadership during Bruce Robbins’ sabbatical this fall. From August through November, Leah Rosso, Chris Jackson and Sally Johnson will provide leadership in preaching on a more regular basis. We will welcome monthly guest preachers as well: AUGUST 22 Reverend Dr. Mary McNamara, newly installed President of United Theological Seminary SEPTEMBER 19 Reverend Dr. Mark Horst, a Methodist pastor who recently left parish ministry to pursue a career as an oil painter OCTOBER 17 Reverend Sally Dyck, Bishop of the Minnesota Annual Conference NOVEMBER 21 Doug Pagitt, pastor of Solomon’s Porch in south Minneapolis
JULY 4 – INDEPENDENCE DAY
BY ROB GAMBLE, RECONCILING MINISTRIES American Independence is freedom to be a full participating member of the community. Exodus 35:4 – 39:40 illustrates God’s vision for the inclusion of everyone to create the plan for the tabernacle and everything connected with the worship of God. God gave Moses a plan and then let the people respond. “And they came, everyone whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and brought the Lord’s offering to be used for the tent of meeting… So they came, both men and women all who were of a willing heart…And then there were the men and women who had the skills needed…” The enthusiasm was so great that the people were told not to bring anything more. One definition for the word independent is not being under the control of someone else. It has taken 234 years for the U.S. to move this far, giving independence or freedom to be full participants to the land owners and free men, later limited independence for women and racial minorities. Women and racial minorities still face barriers for the full expression of their abilities. The LGBT community is seeking the freedom to be full participants in church and community life. No one knows how large the LGBT community is because a large portion lives hidden, unable to give full expression of their gifts. Reconciling Ministry is creating independence or freedom to be people in community whose hearts are stirred and spirit willing to create God’s vision of a world in which creation, love and peace are enjoyed by all and God is revealed and glorified. As long as one person is restricted in the freedom to love, to use the inborn possibilities inherited from God, the church and nation is impoverished and enslaved.
UMW HOLDS SUCCESSFUL SPRING RENEWAL
STACEY GRIMES, UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Approximately 70 people participated in UMW’s joyous Spring Renewal on April 17th, and we were honored to have Bishop Sally Dyck and the Reverend Bill Mate provide thought-provoking welcoming and closing remarks. Attendees chose from workshops which focused on living a “greener” life both spiritually and environmentally with topics that ranged from “Making Birthing Kits for UMCOR,” “Natural Foods for Health,” and “Making Your Own Green Cleaning Products,” to “Qigong and Love and Forgiveness Meditation,” ”Finding Your Sweet Spot in Life: Making Your Heart Sing,” and “Spirituality and the Senses: Oils from the Bible.” Midway through the day, HAUMC kitchen staff showed us how delicious healthy eating can be with a refreshing lunch of asparagus soup and “Calda Verde” (kale and potato soup), a Strawberry-Spinach-Chicken Salad, fresh fruit and rhubarb upside-down cake for dessert. Thanks are owed to many people for their time and efforts on this spirit-renewing event! Unable to attend? Look for details later this year about our Fall 2010 event!
SUMMER FUN AT HENNEPIN!
EARTH CAMP JULY 19-22
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AUGUST 16-20
Registration is now open for both Vacation Bible School and Earth Camp. VBS will take place from 9:00 AM - 12:00 noon the week of August 16. Earth Camp is scheduled for July 19-22 at Koinonia Retreat Center. The theme this year for Vacation Bible School is ReNew, and will inspire kids and adults to grow in their faith while learning to change the world as they practice stewardship of creation. Registration forms are available on the bulletin board in the Education Wing, and also at HennepinChurch.org. You may register as a participant or as a volunteer, but don’t miss the fun!
Bishop Sally Dyck (L) and Karen Andrew (R).
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PARISH NURSE
MARY MENSHEHA, CONGREGATIONAL CARE MINISTRY Within a few months, Hennepin will have a Parish Nurse. For some members, this is welcome news. For others, the news raises questions. How is this possible financially? And just what is a parish nurse? A parish nurse is an experienced registered nurse with additional education in parish nursing. She (or he) works with the pastoral staff to promote health and wellness within the congregation. A parish nurse provides support to individuals and families throughout all stages of life. Typically, the role of a parish nurse encompasses these roles: • a Health Educator who provides classes and support groups on health-related topics • a Health Counselor who meets with members to discuss health concerns • a Volunteer Coordinator who assists with the current Congregational Care Ministries and helps develop new programs as needed
• an Advocate for individuals in the COOK-OUT IS COMING UP! congregation who have no support While Breakfast at Hennepin is on a system summer hiatus, other special food events • a Referral Source with knowledge are planned: of health resources and senior living July 11 - Cook-Out options July 25 - Congregational Potluck/Mtg • an Integrator of the faith/health relaAugust 1 - Ice Cream Social tionship August 15 - Cook-Out • a parish nurse does not provide hands-on nursing care. The Congregational Care Committee has recommended that the initial focus of Hennepin’s Parish Nurse be on health education and support to Congregational Care Ministries. Funding for this part time position was made possible by a generous donation from a Hennepin member who specified that the funds be used to hire a Parish Nurse, in an effort to promote wellness through the integration of body, mind, and spirit. Thank you, donor, for your gift to our Congregation. If you are interested in this 10 hour/week position, please contact Chris Jackson at 612435-1308 or Chris@haumc.org.
Join your church friends (and invite others) for a cook-out lunch just after worship on Sunday, July 11, 10:45 AM. Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket to picnic in the parsonage backyard. Additional seating will be provided in Carlson Hall and the East Entry. Cost is $5/adults and $3/children. An Ice Cream Social is planned for Sunday, August 1.
POP TABS FOR WIDOWS
BY RACHEL ELLIOTT what about buying a wooden or metal bowl for serving outside? Or if you’re going on a picnic, we have thermoses, coolers, picnic baskets and silverware! No more worrying about leaving your serving spoons at a potluck, most silverware is just $0.25/each. This is more environmentally sound than using plastic which will end up in a landfill! Steeple People Surplus Store also has an assortment of silk flowers, some gardening pots for your outdoor spaces. We challenge you to come in and find something you can use or want. The price is certainly right. At 40-90% off retail you can’t beat these deals.
Are you saving the pull tabs from your aluminum cans for one of your summer projects? The widows of Uganda will be BRENDA LEWIS so glad to get them. These are young It is summer and hopefully you women whose husbands died from HIV/ are enjoying a patio, porch or deck, AIDS recently and need to have money relaxing and entertaining. How about to raise their children. By selling jewelry spiffing up your outdoor living space? made from the pop can tabs these young Did you know Steeple People Surplus widows will be able to provide for their Store has shelves of candle holders and children. My granddaughter, Julie, has a decorations just waiting to find the right street ministry in Kampala, Uganda, which home? Why spend mega-bucks for ministers to these women, seldom older something that will get rained on, or for than she is (23). This is the 3rd year of something that will look exactly like her ministry in addition to which she what the Jones’s have down the street? holds a full time job there. But that’s Continuing with an outdoor theme, another story. By saving your pull tabs, and bringing them to church in August, HELP NEW RESIDENTS The Minnesota Council of Churches Refugee program needs volunteers to help children will be fed, widows will be in welcoming newly-arrived refugees to the Twin Cities. You can help by driving encouraged, and the words of Jesus will people to get Social Security cards or medical appointments, welcoming them at be fulfilled. Thank you! the airport, helping them enroll in English language classes, or setting up their apartments. If you’re interested, contact Kristin Zoellner, Resource Coordinator of Refugee Services at kristin.zoellner@mnchurches.org. You can choose to work with one family for several months or join a weekly list of volunteer opportunities and respond to those opportunities that interest you. No special training is required —orientation is provided by Refugee Services. Those now arriving are coming from Bhutan, Burma, Somalia, Ethiopia, and Iraq. This is a great chance to help extend Minnesota hospitality to our new residents! — Page Six —
REASONS TO SHOP AT STEEPLE PEOPLE
SELECTED EVENTS…
THURSDAY, JULY 1 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Labyrinth Open 3:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 2 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Alanon 10:00 AM SUNDAY, JULY 4 Independence Day Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Community Meals 4:45 PM MONDAY, JULY 5
Church Closed for Independence Day Holiday
TUESDAY, JULY 6 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Multigenerational Committee 6:30 PM Reconciling Committee 6:30 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 7 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM Koinonia Task Force 7:00 PM THURSDAY, JULY 8 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Labyrinth Open 3:00 PM Foundation Board 6:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 9 Masonry Work (Sanctuary) Alanon 10:00 AM SATURDAY, JULY 10 Brittany Kallman Recital 2:00 PM Tegtmeier/Longmire Wedding 5:00 PM SUNDAY, JULY 11 Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:45 AM Reconciling Ministries 9:45 AM All Church Cook-Out 10:45 AM Pilgrim at Tinker Creek 11:00 AM Membership Class 11:00 AM Walk to Emmaus Dinner 5:00 PM TUESDAY, JULY 13 Children’s Council 6:30 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 14 Steeple People Board Meeting 5:30 PM Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM THURSDAY, JULY 15 August !nSpire Deadline 10:00 AM Labyrinth 3:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 16 Alanon 10:00 AM SATURDAY, JULY 17 George/Akhund Wedding 1:00 PM Larson/Weber Wedding 5:00 PM
SUNDAY, JULY 18 Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:45 AM Pilgrim at Tinker Creek 11:00 AM Membership Class 11:00 AM UMW Leadership 11:00 AM MONDAY, JULY 19 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp at Koinonia TUESDAY, JULY 20 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp at Koinonia Global Outreach 6:30 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 21 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp at Koinonia Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM Staff Parish Relations 6:00 PM Koinonia Board 7:00 PM THURSDAY, JULY 22 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Earth Camp @ Koinonia Labyrinth 3:00 PM Science & Faith Roundtable 7:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 23 Pipe Organ Work (Sanctuary) Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit 1:00 PM Alanon 10:00 AM SUNDAY, JULY 25 Regular Sunday worship at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:45 AM Congregational Mtg/Potluck 11:00 AM WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 Dignity Center Steering 6:30 PM THURSDAY, JULY 29 D.C.E.H. 2:30 PM Labyrinth 3:00 PM Abundant Life Group 6:00 PM Haiti Partnership 6:00 PM Trustees 7:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 30 Alanon 10:00 AM
SELECTED EVENTS CALENDAR
The calendar on this page does not include every event happening at the church. It is a sample of events, and for the most part (aside from Worship-type events) lists one-time events and events that happen monthly. Groups that regularly meet weekly are not listed due to the amount of space that would require, and that the group members are already aware of the regular schedule, not necessitating a reminder. In any case, those events are listed each week in the Sunday Spire. For example: the Dignity Center is open M-W-F; the Library Committee meets at 8:30 AM Tuesdays; the Knotty Quilters meet at 9:30 AM and the Recyclers meet at 1 PM on Wednesdays; the Men’s Fellowship meets on Fridays at 7:00 AM, etc. Members of these groups who wish to extend an invitation to new members are encouraged to submit an article for the Sunday Spire or the !nSpire monthly newsletter. (Keep it around 50 words for the Sunday Spire, a little longer is okay for the !nSpire). Pictures are also welcome!
HOLIDAY CLOSING
The Church Building and Offices will be closed all day on Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. Because July 4 is on Sunday this year, and we will have morning worship as usual and Community Meals in the afternoon, the building will be open all day on the 4th.
WALK TO EMMAUS/ UNIDOS EN CRISTO
Sunday Potluck dinners are back: July 11th, 5 - 7 PM in the Social Hall. Come say hello to your friends, bring a dish to share, and start humming your favorite songs. We are getting together to share Christ's love and starting a support network for people thinking about the October Walks: Oct. 7-10 Men, and Oct. 14-17 Women. Think about your friends to sponsor. We need to update your information with any changes. Please call Nancy or Keith Sjoquist at 612-825-3576, nsjoquist@gmail.com, or Larry Duncan at 612-435-1309, Larry@haumc.org.
Send calendar corrections to: Jodi@haumc.org With summer upon us, meeting times may change and groups may go on hiatus. Please make sure you have contacted Jodi Gustafson with your current schedule so that may be reflected in our calendar of events. You can reach Jodi at 612435-1325 or Jodi@haumc.org.
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Sunday Worship Schedule
July 4
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Bruce Robbins, Leader Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Sally Johnson, Leader Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Sally Johnson, Leader Communion Service Sacred Journey Sanctuary, Bruce Robbins, Preacher Many Voices, Chris Jackson, Leader
July 11
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM
July 18
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM
July 25
8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM
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