http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php Copyright 2008, No Author No Author en-US SPHPBLOG 0.5.1 http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-132307 Registration for Sunday School during the school year will begin on July 6th and run through July 27th. Registration forms will be at the back of the Sanctuary with the children’s activity sheets, at the check-in stations of summer Sunday School (the chapel and classroom #3), as well as the church office. Please return these registration forms as soon as possible so that we may adequately plan for the coming school year. If you have any questions, please call Yolanda Hutton at 873-2623.


Volunteers Needed
Some of our teachers are moving up to help the youth. So, we will need additional volunteers for the coming school year. Please contact Yolanda Hutton at 873-2623.
]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-132307 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:23:07 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-132123 If you long for the fun of church-wide events for all ages at ZUMC, call or email Tracy Coussens or Holly Waidelich. These gals are leading the effort to bring FUN to FELLOWSHIP at ZUMC! Watch the Messenger and bulletin for upcoming events, and please give Tracy and Holly suggestions of events you would love to bring to ZUMC.
Contact Tracy Coussens at tmkmjc@aol.com or 873-1754 or contact Holly Waidelich at 873-2623.]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-132123 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:21:23 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131855 “Women of Faith” is coming to Indy
August 1 & 2!
This is an amazing opportunity of powerful worship, teaching, fellowship and renewal with thousands of other women! Tickets are $65. This event is open to all women of ZUMC and their friends! If you would like more information regarding this amazing renewal experience or would like to order tickets, please contact Jeanne Chapman (jchapman@zumc.org) or Holly Waidelich (hwaidelich@zumc.org). Note: We are also blocking some hotel rooms for those who would prefer to stay downtown rather than commute. More information regarding lodging will come after the first of the year. This event is sponsored by the ZUMC Women’s Ministry.
Deadline to pay for tickets is July 20]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131855 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:18:55 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131810 SUNDAY OPPORTUNITY HOUR 10:10 AM

Leader: Pastor Linda Johnson
July 13- September 28, 2008

There are important moments in life that can bring about changes in our very destiny. These are often times when we are confronted with how powerless we really are over our own lives. These moments can either destroy us or forever set the course of our lives in a better direction. When we come face to face with who or what controls us we are given a choice. We can continue in denial and self-righteousness, or we can face the fact that we have been blind to some important issues. When we become willing to be led by the tried and true method that is called the ‘Twelve Steps’, we discover the One Who is our TRUE POWER source. The purpose of this ‘Twelve Step’ Bible study is to invite us to enter into the process of becoming more like Christ and to increase our fellowship with God. We do this by becoming open and transparent with God, through studying and sharing the scriptures: His Word of hope; our goal is allowing the Lord to remove the walls that would try and separate us, not only from God, but from ourselves and others as well
Pastor Linda says, “Every Christian should consider him/herself in ‘recovery’ from our natural state of Sin. This group is open to anyone who wishes to do some in-depth Bible study based around the model of the ‘Twelve Steps’ ”. The group will meet for 12 weeks in room C-112 on Sunday mornings at the ‘Opportunity Hour’, 10:10 AM. Bring a Bible or one will be provided, along with all other study materials. ]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131810 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:18:10 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131559 The Youth Ministry is looking to enhancing our Sunday evening youth worship experience in the fall by utilizing a full band. We are in need of quality and committed musicians who would be interested in making this happen. The band will be comprised of both youth and adults. Auditions will be required as well as a commitment to weekly rehearsals and MERGE on Sunday nights during the school year. For more information or to express an interest, please contact Jeanne Chapman, Ed Chapman or Don Barrett before July 31st.]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131559 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:15:59 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131514
“A physical exercise with a spiritual purpose”
In keeping with the theme of The Blossers’ Renewal Leave,
“To live simply so that others may simply live,” we ask that you begin to simplify your lives by
removing clutter and sharing useful items with others in need.

September 13, 2008, agencies will be on site to assist you in responding to the needs of others.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131514 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:15:14 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131223 Stephen Ministers walk one on one with people who are struggling with difficult life situations. Remember the Book of Exodus? Imagine how the Exodus story might have turned out if Pharaoh hadgivenStephen Minister. ZUMC’s Stephen Ministry team will present a short drama, "If Pharaoh Had a Stephen Minister", at all services, Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27th. Join us for a few chuckles and learn how Stephen Ministers can help people in crisis. A new training class is starting this fall for men and women who desire to demonstrate Christ’s healing presence in an indifferent and stressful world. Stephen Leaders: Delma Mindel, 733-9018, Marilynn Berry-Stamm, 432-6332.]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131223 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:12:23 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131057
Confirmation is an exciting and vital part of a young person’s spiritual journey. Our desire is to instill the central truths of the Christian faith along with practical life experience to all participants. If you are a student who will be entering 8th, 9th or 10th grade in the fall and have not been confirmed and are interested, please contact Jeanne Chapman no later than July 20th. Plans are being made for a confirmation experience for the upcoming school year.]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-131057 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:10:57 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-130610 The ZUMC Women's Ministry team would like to support our church's building of the 2008 Habitat House.Here is what we would like to do, and how you can help.
During services Sunday, July 20, we will have baked goods, and store bought items, available for you to take with you.All you need to do is make a donation that will go towards Habitat for Humanity.This will be a free will offering.
The week prior to that, we are asking that anyone who is able donate store bought, or baked items, and drop those in the kitchen no later than July 19.These will be used during the bake sale.
The Women's Ministry team's July event will be - you guessed it - baking! We will be having an old fashioned baking marathon in the church kitchen on Saturday evening, July 19 beginning at 6:00 p.m.We will also set up all the baked good items that evening to be sold on Sunday morning, July 20.If you have any questions please feel free to contact Maggie Brown @733-0841 or Janell Guyman @ 769-3534. Remember:
**By Saturday, July 19 drop off any store bought, or baked goods to the ZUMC kitchen.
**Saturday, July 19 - Women's Ministry Bake Marathon - please sign up at the Women's Ministry table on July 6 or July 13.
**Eat cookies, brownies, pie, etc.July 20! All you need do is give a freewill donation to Habitat.

Eat, be merry, and help others in need!

]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-130610 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:06:10 GMT http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-130354 ZUMC Chancel Choir Singing at Indianapolis Indians Game
The ZUMC Chancel Choir will be singing National Anthem at Victory Field on Friday, August 15th at the 7:15 pm game. Come out and support the choir and enjoy some ZUMC fellowship at an Indians Game!]]> http://www.zumc.org/znews/index.php?entry=entry080620-130354 No Author Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:03:54 GMT