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Meeting of the Methodist Ladies
January 10, 2019
The Methodist Ladies met at the home of Judy McAbee.
Pastor Cindy opened the meeting with prayer, followed by a devotional by Mary Ann Walborg.
The business part of the meeting was conducted. Sandra Mohr gave a report on the December project ( Helping a Family Have a Happier Christmas).
The group walked next door to enjoy a tour of Era Ceramics. Owners Dimitas and Lindsey gave a demonstration on making pottery.
Following the tour, everyone returned to Judy's house for refreshments.
The February 10, 2019 meeting will be held at the Administrative Center. We will make Valentines for the residents at the Towers.
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Smithville Methodist Men
On Tuesday, January 16th, 23 Methodist Men met at The Cedar Grill in Bastrop. Good fellowship and food were enjoyed by all. We would like to say a special thank you to our speaker Scharlene Scheler, Wesley Nurse, who spoke of the many duties and additional things she does in and for our community.
REMINDER:
First Sunday of each month we will serve breakfast tacos, pancakes, sausage and bacon from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Bldg. Cooks please arrive by 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday Night Fellowship Meal 5:30 p.m. will be served by the Methodist Men on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Servers please arrive by 4:30 p.m. Please contact Glynn Hill at 512-575-7061 if you are available to help each week.
Valentine’s Day Single Ladies Luncheon February 9th at 11:30 a.m. Call Glynn Hill if you are able to help.
Thank you all for your fellowship and work you do for the Church and Community.
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Dear Methodist Ladies Ministry/Group~
Thank you so much for what y'all did for me and my boys for Christmas. Being laid off is bad, but it's even worse when you're a single parent. The boys had a Christmas because of your church. We know the reason for the season, which is celebrating the birth of Jesus, but having something for Cody and Tyler to open was so AWESOME!!! I did what Pastor Cindy said, and got them something special. It just hasn't gotten here yet. I got Cody's new patches for his letter jacket and got Tyler his letter jacket. I'll send pictures when they get here.
Gordon Cry
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Director of Programs / Music Director
As much as I hate to admit it, I am so glad that the Christmas Season is over. I want to like the Christmas Season and I try so hard to focus on the coming of Christ, but there is just way too much hustle and bustle for me. It gives me a headache, makes me irritable and keeps me from enjoying the good things that are happening around me. Too much tinsel, not enough time with the Word.
The best part about the Christmas Season being over is that Lent will be starting soon. Where Advent and Christmas are my least favorites seasons, Lent and Easter are my favorites. I guess it’s because there is not a lot of Lenten carols or presents to buy or parties to go to or to throw… only an Easter Egg Hunt and dinner on Easter Sunday. Instead of frantic shopping there is study and prayer, times of meditation and reading the Word.
I’m looking forward to Lent and Easter and I hope you are too. We are going to have a Lenten Bible Study and I am hoping an Easter Vigil. There will be more about each of these in next month’s newsletter. I hope you are looking forward to this most wonderful and holy time as much as I am.
In His service,
Patti
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The Born Again Emporium cordially invites you to an appreciation brunch.
Date: Tuesday, February 12th 2019
Time: 9 am
Place: First United Methodist Church
Family Activity Center
400 Olive St.
This is a time to say thank you and to celebrate all we
did in 2018.
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Our Wesley Nurse
Sharlene Scheler RN BSN
Wesley Nurse
More good tips from the CDC
Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs
The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated(https://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/keyfacts.htm) each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. There also are flu antiviral drugs(https://www.cdc.gov/flu/antivirals/whatyoushould.htm) that can be used to treat and prevent flu. The tips and resources below will help you learn about steps you can take to protect yourself and others from flu and help stop the spread of germs.
- Avoid close contact.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
- Stay home when you are sick.
If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. This will help prevent spreading your illness to others.
- Cover your mouth and nose.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick. Flu and other serious respiratory illnesses, like respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), whooping cough, and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), are spread by cough, sneezing, or unclean hands.
- Clean your hands.
Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
Hand washing resources from the It’s A SNAP program, aimed at preventing school absenteeism by promoting clean hands. From the School Network for Absenteeism Prevention, a collaborative project of the CDC, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the American Cleaning Institute.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.
- Practice other good health habits.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces at home, work or school, especially when someone is ill. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food
Preventing Flu at Work and School
At School
- Find out about plans your child’s school, child care program, or college has if an outbreak of flu or another illness occurs and whether flu vaccinations are offered on-site.
- Make sure your child’s school, child care program, or college routinely cleans frequently touched objects and surfaces, and that they have a good supply of tissues, soap, paper towels, alcohol-based hand rubs, and disposable wipes on-site.
- Ask how sick students and staff are separated from others and who will care for them until they can go home.
Learn more about preventing the flu, common questions and answers, and poster materials for schools:
At Work
- Find out about your employer’s plans if an outbreak of flu or another illness occurs and whether flu vaccinations are offered on-site.
- Routinely clean frequently touched objects and surfaces, including doorknobs, keyboards, and phones, to help remove germs.
- Make sure your workplace has an adequate supply of tissues, soap, paper towels, alcohol-based hand rubs, and disposable wipes.
- Train others on how to do your job so they can cover for you in case you or a family member gets sick and you have to stay home.
- If you begin to feel sick while at work, go home as soon as possible.
What additional steps can I take at work to help stop the spread of germs that can cause respiratory illness, like flu?
Find out about your employer’s plans if an outbreak of flu or another illness occurs and whether flu vaccinations are offered on-site.
Routinely clean frequently touched objects and surfaces like doorknobs, keyboards, and phones, to help remove germs.
Make sure your workplace has an adequate supply of tissues, soap, paper towels, alcohol-based hand rubs, and disposable wipes.
Train others on how to do your job so they can cover for you in case you or a family member gets sick and you have to stay home.
If you begin to feel sick while at work, go home as soon as possible.
What additional preventive actions can I take to protect my child from germs that can cause respiratory illness, like flu?
Find out about plans your child’s school, child care program, or college has if an outbreak of flu or another illness occurs and whether flu vaccinations are offered on-site.
Make sure your child’s school, child care program, or college routinely cleans frequently touched objects and surfaces, and that they have a good supply of tissues, soap, paper towels, alcohol-based hand rubs, and disposable wipes on-site.
Ask how sick students and staff are separated from others and who will care for them until they can go home.
Everyday preventive actions can help slow the spread of germs that can cause many different illnesses and may offer some protection against flu.
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Emmaus News There are 3 (possibly 4) women from our congregation enrolled for the Walk to Emmaus Women’s Walk #2 at Camp Lone Star in La Grange, scheduled March 21-24, 2019. The deadline for enrollment is in mid-February--SOON! There is still room but it is filling rapidly. If you may be interested in attending this walk or have questions, please talk to Pastor Cindy or any of the many folks who have previously attended a Walk.
I would like to have those members of Smithville FUMC’s Emmaus community contact me if you would be interested in praying for this walk or helping from home with the many aspects of a successful Walk. Please text me your contact information so that I can start a list and know who wants to be active in this endeavor.
The Cathedral Oaks Emmaus Community has monthly gatherings on the 3rd Tuesday evening of each month at 6:30pm; and they rotate between participating churches in Schulenburg, La Grange, Flatonia and I can’t remember the rest. I plan to start attending these as I have badly missed participating. I hope others will perhaps join me, or even go to candlelight.
Many Thanks. De Colores! Terry Carmack (512)237-0087
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9th Annual Pack/Troop 183
Spring Mulch Sale
 Cub Scouts  Boy Scouts
Pack 183 Troop 183
Orders for mulch will be accepted until February 17th.
Orders must be paid for in advance.
$4 per bag for Hardwood and Cedar Mulch and Compost.
All bags are 2cf… approximately 40 lbs.
Delivery and Pickup is March 2, 2019, 7 to 11 AM.
Delivery is available for orders of 20+bags and inside a
10 mile radius of FUMC, Smithville.
Pick up will be at First UMC Smithville
400 Olive Street, Education Bldg.
To order mulch please call: Cori Lange (Cub leader) at 512-773-5191 after 4 PM.
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Diabetic Education Class
Every Monday @ the New Food Pantry
6:30 pm
For questions or other information contact Sharlene at 210-259-3733 or sscheler@mhm.org.
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FACT:
Saved
People
Serve
People
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Thank you
Dear Pastor Cindy and the Smithville Congregation,
Thank you so so much for allowing me to come and share about the Wesley with y'all! I thoroughly enjoyed getting to feel accepted into your community and getting to hear such a life giving message. Thank you also for your constant support of the Wesley! I am so thankful for congregations like y'alls, who allow us to continue on in our life changing ministry.
Thanks again & God Bless!
~Liz Murray
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Food Pantry:
Needs volunteers on Wednesday mornings.
Church Office:
Needs 1 volunteer each Wednesday from 10-12 to cover the phone during the weekly staff meeting.
Drivers Needed:
For rides to church and doctor appointments. If you would be willing to serve Christ in this way, please call the church office at 512-237-3325.
Smithville Community Clinic:
We are always looking for volunteers to help out to do basic office/receptionist duties. Please contact Brianna Temby at (512) 237-0647.
New Hope Respite:
Needs volunteers on Thursdays in the FAC.
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WEEKLY PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL
WEDNESDAYS @ 9:30 am
Prayer is a sacred practice that works in ways we can’t even begin to comprehend. As Christians, we have faith in God’s plan, but can you explain the peace or comfort you experience in the midst of grief or trials? Do you ever need a moment in the middle of your busy-ness week to pause and recharge? Come to the chapel and quiet your heart. Prayer is personal. Prayer is powerful. You will find your life enriched as you pray. Suzanne and Neta meet each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. In this season of Advent, you are invited to recommit and join them in this opportunity to pray and reflect. Come as you are, come when you can.
26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words. 27 And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Romans 8:26-27 NRSV
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New Hope Respite
10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Thursdays
FUMC Family Activity Center
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Another month has flown by which doesn't seem possible. New Hope Respite has continued to grow. We have lost some through moving to facilities and death, but are now up to 10 guests. This is a wonderful service that we provide for the residents of Smithville and outlined areas. Our major problem is that any additional inquiries we get will need to be placed on a waiting list because we are desperate for additional volunteers. Being a volunteer is not hard. It just requires being steady on your feet and having the desire to help your fellow man. We really need YOU but a volunteer could be you or maybe a friend or neighbor. Respite is held on Thursdays from 9:30-2:00. We need volunteers to be faithful to the program but make every effort for you to be off for Doc. appt., vacation, etc. Please come & visit! See what we are doing! You may be very surprised as to how it works. I was. That's why I became involved. Believe it or not, it IS fun and you would be providing a wonderful service to mankind.
There are two seminars which may be of interest either to you or someone you know. The 1st is entitled "Powerful Tools For Caregivers" which is sponsored by St. David's Foundation & the Bastrop YMCA. It is being held at the Elgin TX Library on Wednesdays February 6 - March 13 from 2:00-3:30. Register for this seminar by calling the Bastrop YMCA @ 512-321-9622 from 12-4.
The 2nd seminar is "Lunch N' Learn", sponsored by alzheimer's/Texas. Steve Cato, an administrator in memory care fore over 16 years will be offering the class. He will teach a practical method of communicating that helps reduce stress, enhance dignity & increase happiness in people with memory loss problems. This is being held at New Haven Assisted Living & Memory Care in Bastrop on Friday February 22 from 11:30- 1:00. The class is FREE & lunch will be served. Reservations are required and can be made with Victoria Cardinas at (512) 241-0420X10 or vcardinas@txalz.org if you would like to attend. Many of our volunteers will be attending so I'm certain if you would like to attend, they would be willing to shard a ride. Please share this information with your family, friends and neighbors.
Blessings, Brenda
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FACT:
Growing
People
Change
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February Birthdays & Anniversaries
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- Earline Rossi, Feb 1st
- Donna Angers, Feb 6th
- Carol Evans, Feb 8th
- Dorothy Richards, Feb 8th
- Judy Johnson, Feb 9th
- Marjorie Allen, Feb 11th
- Liz Brissette, Feb 11th
- Carol Strid, Feb 16th
- Gene Evans, Feb 17th
- Glynn Hill, Feb 18th
- Kaylie Hinnant, Feb 19th
- Emily Rutherford, Feb 19th
- Carson Klaerner, Feb 21st
- Carla Carter, Feb 23rd
- Elizabeth Gray, Feb 23rd
- Trish Menasco, Feb 24th
- Judy Bettes, Feb 28th
Anthony & Kay Chiappetta
February 27th
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February
Lectionary
Sunday, February 3, 2019
- IJeremiah 1:4-10
- Psalm 71:1-6 (UMH 794)
- 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
- Luke 4:21-30
Sunday, February 10, 2019
- Isaiah 6:1-8 (9-13)
- Psalm 138 (UMH 853)
- i Corinthians 15:1-11
- Luke 5:1-11
Sunday, February 17, 2019
- Jeremiah 17:5-10
- Psalm 1 (UMH 738)
- 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
- Luke 6:17-26
Sunday, February 24, 2019
- Genesis 45:3-11, 15
- Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40 (UMH 772)
- 1 Corinthians 15:35-48, 42-50
- Luke 6:27-38
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FUMC Smithville
PayPal On-Line Donations
You can now make a donation to show your support for Smithville FUMC on-line.
and you will find the donate button. Which gives you easy access to use PayPal - in a few minutes.
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If you missed the Christmas Cantata Service, Here is a link to watch from youtube.
http://youtu.be/8SrvwZeobS4
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ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL MINUTES
December 11, 2018
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Council Members Present:
Tom Bettes
Becky Brooks
Doug Floyd
Glenn Ginder
Terri Krueger
Pastor Cindy Layton
John Lube
Tricia Menasco
Julie Smith
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Non-Council Members Present:
Courtney August
Marcia McClure
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- Chair John Lube called the meeting to order. Pastor Cindy offered the opening prayer.
- Minutes of November 27, 2018 meeting were distributed for review and approval. Minutes were approved as presented.
- Treasurer’s Report – Courtney presented the Treasurer’s Report, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part of these minutes. Courtney recommended that we pay the apportionments in a ten-month period rather than twelve to facilitate the accounting. The Board agreed. She distributed the revised budget to include the updated insurance figures. Becky Brooks moved to accept the budget as presented. Doug Floyd seconded the motion. Motion passed.
- New Business – Marcia McClure and Tricia Menasco addressed the Council regarding the Quilt Festival. The 2018 event was a wonderful success. A breakdown of expenses and income was distributed. Some of the funds will be donated for church paraments. $300 will be donated to UMW for their help with the event for their scholarship fund. A portion will be used for quilting supplies. New blinds for the serving area in the Family Activity Center will be purchased and installed. The Council expressed their appreciation for the Busy Bees hard work that benefits the greater church.
- Trustee Report – Custodial contract expires in January. Our cleaning service also services Cedar Creek UMC. Becky Brooks will contact them to see if they have been satisfied with their service. Issues other than quality of cleaning have included time spent at the church and the time of day they have been present. We will verify if the cleaning company is bonded. We will notify the current custodial team of our concerns and put out the contract for bid for the new year. The new contract should include additional detail and should include provision for quarterly reviews.
In other Trustee matters, Glenn will work with a contractor to determine what specific repairs need to be made to the sanctuary windows.
Next meeting will be Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
Pastor Cindy offered the closing prayer. Meeting was adjourned.
Minutes taken and recorded by Terri Krueger.
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Upcoming Calendar events:
Saturday, February 9, 2019
Valentine's Day Single Ladies Luncheon - 11:30
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Methodist Ladies - AC
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
BAE Appreciation Brunch 9:00 - FAC
Saturday, February 17, 2019
Mulch order deadline
March 21 - 24, 2019
Emmaus Women's Walk
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Concerns:
- Patricia – Sister of Suzanne Hinnant
- Trilla Pace – Sister of Stella Pease
- Kimberly Griffin
- Ervin Hofferek – Friend of Jean Lastovica
- Nikki Gilmore’s Family
- Jeannine Harker – Co-Worker of David Mohr
- Kay Layton
- Lisa- Terry Carmack’s friend
- Becky Ogden
- Nancy Wilson
- Cathy Smith
- Cynthia Evans
- Ann Isaac - Friend of Penny Ackerman
- Chad Carroll - Friend of Heath & Cynthia Evans
- Preston & Ellie Kyle- Robin Barton’s friends
- Hattie Campion - Friend of Jean Lastovica
- Ted Krueger
- Ken Harris
- Leticia Walborg -MaryAnn Walborg’s daughter-in-law
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