March 2013

March 2013

WESTLAKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Pastoral Reflections Easter calls us to imagine that change is possible, even though much about Easter will be a repeat of previous years. The sun rises at 7:11 a.m. and that is what time the Easter Sunday Sunrise Service will be at Evergreen Cemetery. On Maundy Thursday, March 28th at 6:30 p.m. we will gather around the table of the Fellowship Hall, eat soup, share fellowship, and the Lord’s Supper in a time of spiritual reflection.

Very often we wish to change situations in our midst more than our behaviors. For instance, I would like to get rid of the concept of a moment of silence and replace it with a period of silence. A moment could be 12 seconds and we are done.

Part of the Lenten season is One Great Hour of Sharing. It is March 10th. We join with a wide variety of Christians to give towards World Wide Relief. I am urging that we make this a most significant effort. We have neglected an intentional effort for Sandy Relief. I would propose that we each give extra this year, and that the amount be split with 50% designated for Sandy Relief and 50% for One Great Hour of Sharing. Last year we gave $2,039. Can we do better this year?

God grant me the wisdom to know the difference between the things I should change and the things that are not in my area of responsibility. Then, God give me to courage to seek change that is appropriate. Also, God give me the serenity to just simply accept that there are things that are not my responsibility.

But the change of Easter is not in activity (although the Choir will be singing a Cantata on Good Friday evening which is a significant change.) The change of Easter is in outlook, and perhaps even in our ability to live with a new perspective of our ability to change.

I would also like to change the serenity prayer into the Wisdom Prayer. This is actually more serious:

Seeking wisdom could and should be first in our lives. The balance between what we are responsible for and not responsible is key for every aspect of our lives. In Christ’s hope, Pastor John

Holy Week Events/Services Maundy Thursday: March 28th at 6:30 p.m. Simple Soup Supper and Service Good Friday Service: March 29th at 7:30 p.m. Labyrinth open 9 a.m.—9 p.m. (see pg. 4 for more information) Easter Sunday: March 31st Sunrise Service at the Evergreen Cemetery At 7:11 a.m. Easter Services at WUMC: 8:15 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 11:21 a.m.

Most people come to church for the first time because they were invited by a neighbor, friend, or acquaintance. There are many special worship services and family events this Holy Week for you to share your church home with someone who doesn’t have a church. On Easter, we would encourage anyone who is able to attend at the 8:15 a.m. or 11:21 a.m. services to make room in the pews for visitors at 10:00 a.m.

WESTLAKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 27650 Center Ridge Road * Westlake, Ohio 44145 * (440) 871-3088 * westlakeumc.org Sunday Worship at 8:15, 10:00 and 11:21 a.m.

The Messenger

Financial WOWS!! WOWS !!

ment balance is $242,674, as follows: Member loans $50,000 Trustee Fund $80,070 Mission Fund $112,604

ORGAN RESTORATION FULLY FUNDED!! PAYING BACK LOANS! Through God’s grace and your generosity there was a surge in Capital Funds giving at the end of 2012 to put us over the top of the required $72,000 for the organ project which will begin after Easter. The special Christmas offering brought over $11,000 that was distributed equally to Flat Rock, Stepping Stone Academy, and our Youth mission fund. December giving to the Operating Fund was a spectacular $90,500 giving us a surplus of $73,300 at year-end. $25,000 each was repaid to the holders of the two member loans. Total Capital Funds in the amount of $255,404 were received in 2012. The total loan repay-

Order your spring flowers for decorating the altar on Easter Sunday! Remember or honor a loved one with a beautiful spring bloom at church. You may also contribute to the scholarship fund of WUMC in addition to, or in place of, Easter flowers. Order deadline: Sunday, March 17th Cost: $8 per plant Please fill out an order form located outside the office window, or use one within your weekly bulletin! (checks payable to WUMC)

ABITIBI RECYCLING BIN UPDATE For the month of January, we collected 1.8 tons of paper which results in 5.58 cubic yards of landfill space saved. Total income from the recycling for the month was $21.19.

January 2013

YTD 2013

2012

YTD 2012

Annual Budget 2013

INCOME CONTRIBUTION INCOME

$34,116.73

$34,116.73

$49,317.34

$49,317.34

$567,505.00

$34,116.73

$34,116.73

$49,317.34

$49,317.34

$567,505.00

$23,393.34

$23,393.34

$27,388.01

$27,388.01

$312,617.00

1,988.67

1,988.67

2,649.06

2,649.06

28,150.00

-118.00

-118.00

335.40

335.40

2,030.00

7,655.75

7,655.75

9,599.28

9,599.28

90,200.00

32,919.76

32,919.76

39,971.75

39,971.75

432,997.00

96.60

96.60

539.65

539.65

4,100.00

406.01

406.01

589.20

589.20

4,300.00

EDUCATION EXP.

1,102.59

1,102.59

320.64

320.64

17,820.00

OUTREACH EXP.

215.04

215.04

439.40

439.40

9,865.00

6,107.86

6,107.86

6,267.77

6,267.77

98,423.00

7,928.10

7,928.10

8,156.66

8,156.66

134,508.00

40,847.86

40,847.86

48,128.41

48,128.41

567,505.00

-$6,731.13

-$6,731.13

$1,188.93

$1,188.93

$0.00

TOTAL INCOME EXPENSES ADMINISTRATIVE EXP. STAFF PARISH EXP. OFFICE EXP. FINANCE TEAM EXP. FACILITIES EXP. Subtotal Expenses MINISTRY EXPENSE MUSIC EXP. WORSHIP EXP.

MISSION EXP. Subtotal Ministry Expense TOTAL EXPENSES EXCESS INCOME/EXPENSES

2

~Jim Cake, Finance Chair

Income Statement— January 2013

EASTER FLOWERS AND SCHOLARSHIP FUND

That means we have paid more than half of the combined projects to date. Through God’s grace and your continued generosity through 2013 we can make significant progress in restoring these funds that are so essential for our property and future ministry.

Want to read more? Go to westlakeumc.org

March 2013

United Methodist Women General Meeting THURSDAY, MARCH 14TH, 10:30 A.M. Friends, please join this friendly group of missionfocused women. We meet the second Thursday of the month in Fellowship Hall. At 12:00 noon we enjoy lunch together (bring your sandwich—dessert and beverage will be provided). The program begins at 1:00 p.m. This month Mr. Tom Strong, a health educator, will speak on “Ears, Hearing Loss, and Falling.” Tom will be willing to answer questions on other health issues. Please join us! Questions? Please call Peggy at (440) 822-1252.

UMW Plant Sale SPRING IS COMING! START PLANNING YOUR GARDEN! You are receiving a Plant Order Form in this issue of the Messenger, and extra forms will be available on the church lobby table across from the elevator. Pick up extra forms for your family and friends! PLEASE NOTE that this year, Bedding Impatiens are not available due the Downy Mildew disease. Other impatiens and beautiful flowers are available. Deadline for ordering is April 14th! **Flower pick-up will be Saturday, May 18th between 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.**

WUMC Performing Arts Series Presents: Concerts Doux Sunday, March 10th at 4 p.m. The WUMC Performing Arts Series presents an afternoon concert with Concerts Doux. Concerts Doux is a chamber ensemble specializing in music from the Baroque and Renaissance periods performing on the instruments of the time. The ensemble was formed in 2008 when Andrea Vallejo Wead and her husband Adam Wead were both students of the Early Music Institute at Indiana University. Andrea is a performer of Renaissance, Baroque and Modern Flutes, and Adam is a specialist on plucked instruments such as the lute and theorbo. Along with celebrated performances of their concert, Music from the Court of Louis XIV at the Boston and Bloomington Early Music Festivals, the ensemble has enjoyed performing throughout Ohio, Indiana, South Carolina, and Massachusetts. If you have never heard these unique instruments live, this is your opportunity to not only hear them but also learn about their origin.

The concert is free and open to the public.

All profits support UMW Mission Projects. In addition to this Performing Arts Concert, we will have the pleasure of a second musical event on

Questions? Please call Barbara Lachowicz at: (216) 533-2124

Thursday, March 14th at 7 p.m.

Lunch with WUMC Staff! MONDAY, MARCH 4TH AT 12:00 P.M. IN FELLOWSHIP HALL You are invited to have lunch with the WUMC staff at our regular monthly meeting. Bring a sandwich—we’ll have chips and beverages. Come to chat in an informal setting! All are welcome!

The Men's Glee Club of The University of Virginia This concert is free and open to the public.


The Messenger

Special Music: Good Friday

Weekday Mom’s Group

“THE LENTEN SKETCHES”

WEEKDAY MOMS GROUP & CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR TUESDAY, MARCH 5TH & 19TH 9:30AM – 11:00 AM Looking for that mom-spirit connection as you seek to raise your little ones in the faith? Join us as we explore the 10 Principles for Spiritual Parenting. Moms will enjoy a craft and discussion while the little ones are safely cared for in the nursery. Children 3 and up will have story time with our amazing librarians Miss Nanci Danburg and Miss Judy McDonald! Please reserve a childcare space for your child by sending an email to Ellie at: [email protected].

FRIDAY, MARCH 29TH AT 7:30 P.M. Inspired by the life and message of Jesus Christ, artists in every medium have endeavored to capture the magnificence of His ministry among us. From poets and painters to singers and sculptors, the human spirit has long labored to convey through artistic expression the deep things of faith. On Good Friday, March 29, at 7:30 p.m. the Chancel Choir will be presenting a cantata "The Lenten Sketches" by Joseph M. Martin. "The Lenten Sketches" focuses on some of the important scenes in the last days of Christ's life. Engravings by Gustave Doré (1832-1883) complement the music and help to portray the story of God's grace. The choir hopes you will plan to join us for this worship service.

Special Bible Study MOMS OF SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS STARTS MARCH 12TH AT 10:00 A.M. MEETS BI-WEEKLY FOR 6 SESSIONS

Labyrinth Walk GOOD FRIDAY, MARCH 29TH, 9 A.M.—9 P.M. IN FELLOWSHIP HALL Labyrinths can be thought of as symbolic forms of pilgrimage (in lieu of traveling to holy sites and lands). Walking the labyrinth (a guided path vs. a true maze) may help some achieve a contemplative state of prayer. Also, walking the labyrinth can introduce us to another type of prayer… prayer in motion, instead of prayer in absolute stillness. While some cathedrals have labyrinths laid in stone on their floors or grounds, our labyrinth is a temporary setup across the floor of Fellowship Hall. We walk the labyrinth in silence, respecting one another's private time in prayer. Walk in prayer for less than a half an hour or pause, kneel, mediate on the path for a few hours. Similar to golf, others may just respectfully “pray through.” Come, pray, and connect. If you anticipate a need for assistance to walk the labyrinth, please contact Carol Ryan via the church office (440) 871-3088.

Unlocking the Treasure: A Bible Study for Moms Entrusted with Special-Needs Children by Bev Rooseboom will be our resource. Come and find encouragement and hope for the journey. This Bible Study is open to the community. Free professional childcare is available. Reserve your spot by calling the church office at (440) 871-3088 or by sending an email: [email protected]. Please join us!

New Member Classes BEGIN IN APRIL Please let the office know if you are interested in learning more about membership at Westlake UMC. There are 3 orientation-type classes that support you as you become a member: Coffee with the Pastor, Spiritual Gifts Discovery, and Your Money Autobiography.

An Elegant Spaghetti Dinner — Saturday, March 9th, Seatings @ 5:00 & 6:30 p.m. Join us for a special night out with friends! There will be ambiance, music, fellowship, and more! Dinner will feature homemade cooking and allow all who come a chance to meet the Youth Summer Mission Team! Tickets available at the office, at the Youth Booth, and at the door. $10 for adults—all are welcome! All donations will help pay for the projects of this year’s mission. Thanks for your support!

4


March 2013

ChristCare Groups

UMM — Save the Date!

"THE WAY" - 6 week Women’s Group Lenten Study (2 GROUP OPTIONS)

ALL CHURCH BELGIAN WAFFLE BREAKFAST

WEDNESDAYS THROUGH MARCH 27TH AT 7:00 P.M.

MARCH 24TH, 8 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M. The United Methodist Men will host their annual Belgian Waffle Breakfast on Palm Sunday. You can look forward to tasty Belgian waffles with maple syrup, and strawberry, blueberry, and apple toppings… plus, tasty sausage! Orange juice, milk, and coffee included. Donations accepted that will pay for the purchased items, and all profits will be given to Mission projects. No reservations are needed! Please join us for this Mission outreach event. Suggested donation is $6 per person.

MONDAYS, BEGINNING MARCH 11TH AT 1 P.M. (WITH CHILDCARE) These Women's ChristCare Groups invite you to join them as they reflect on The Way, a DVD study by Adam Hamilton that takes you to the places of Jesus' ministry in the Holy Land. Hamilton retraces the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptations, from parables that he taught and roads he traveled. For more information contact Gretty Myers or Ellie Peiffer.

Congregational Retreat FRIDAY, MARCH 15TH—SATURDAY, MARCH 16TH Held at historic Millersburg Hotel. Rooms are currently reserved at $69 for the evening. Meals are additional. It will begin at 7:00 p.m. with dinner. The retreat will be based on Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers by Anne Lamotte. We will be done in the early afternoon on Saturday. Keep in mind that there are great hiking trails nearby, too! Please sign up on the bulletin board in the lobby, or contact the WUMC office at (440) 8713088 or [email protected], so we know who to expect. If you have any questions, please speak with Rev. John. You can call the Millersburg Hotel to make reservations at: (330) 674-1457 or (800) 822-1457. Check out their website for more info, directions, and local attractions at: hotelmillersburg.com. The March-April issue of Upper Room and Alive Now! are available in the Narthex and lobby across from the elevator. Free will donations gratefully accepted.

HOSPITALITY MARCH COFFEE HOUR SPONSORS March 3

Lou & Emily Kompare: In celebration of Lou’s birthday

March 10 March 17

Ken & Janet Crandall Bob & Carolyn Remington: Thanks to all those people who helped with and hosted the UVA Glee Club/Men’s Chorus

March 24 March 31

f

Men’s Belgian Waffle Breakfast! Easter!

Food Drive! SUNDAY, MARCH 10TH THROUGH MARCH 25TH Our Spring Food Drive will be in time for Easter this year. It will run from March 10th through the 25th. We're excited and expect that it will be another great success! There are some changes to our normal request, so please stay tuned for the details that will follow. We will be passing out bags on Sunday, March 10th. From the Food Drive Team, Thank You and God Bless.

Lenten Lunch Series WEDNESDAYS, THROUGH MARCH 20TH, 12:05-12:50 P.M. @ST. LADISLAS PARISH CENTER (CULLEN HALL), 2345 BASSETT RD. Share lunch, Christian fellowship, and traditional Lenten Prayer and reflection as a multidenominational community.” All are welcome to attend this free series with a different speaker each week, as well as a simple meal of soup and a hard roll. Please note that Rev. John Butchko will be provide the Lenten message on March 13th. Questions about the series? Call (440) 835-2300. No reservations required.


5

The Messenger

Christian Ed News WUMC ANNUAL EGGSTRAVAGANZA SUNDAY, MARCH 24, FROM 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Easter defines us. It is extraordinary. Heck, it is eggstraordinary! Bring a friend, bring a spouse, bring grandpa, but surely bring your eggcitement for eggcellent creative egg creations, eggperiments, and an egg drop challenge! Please bring one dozen hard boiled (the cooked until not gooey kind) eggs per egg-dying participant. Pretty please come dressed appropriately. Interested in scrambling this event together, or working one of the various stations? Contact Carol Ryan via the church office or [email protected].

SUPPLIES NEEDED! Collection period runs from March 9th – 18th by church office Maybe the junk drawer is overwhelmed with multiple rolls of half used tape, and rubber bands you’ll never use? Or we can help lighten your recycling bin? Whatever the reason you can part with any of the following – clean – items will be appreciated and used during the Eggstravaganza! ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊

Plastic grocery bags Styrofoam (you feel guilty for buying it anyway) Plastic/cardboard recyclable containers Straws Newspaper Tape (Clear, Masking, Duct, Painter’s) Cardboard scraps Rubber bands

EVENT POSTPONED: CHRISTIAN CUPCAKE WARS Registered participants, please note recent email and your input will be solicited in selecting any future date. Many thanks!

Do we have your current email address? Please send updates to [email protected] (Snail mail address updates & phone changes important, too!)

6

PARENTS OF WUMC KIDS: DATES TO KNOW! If you have any questions about the following dates and events, please contact Carol Ryan ([email protected]). Palm Sunday, March 24: Children’s parade of palms at 10:00 am service means we’ll be gathering in Fellowship Hall prior to the start of worship. (2) Weather permitting, BLAST kids’ program will go outside so please wear/bring appropriate footwear. (3) Children’s choir is performing. (4) Eggstravagnaza is this afternoon. Easter Sunday, March 31: Related to 10:00 am worship service only, please note the following: (1) Childcare will be provided for infants – toddlers in the nursery, and two-three year olds in the corresponding room next to nursery. (2) Although families are encouraged to worship together, our four year olds – second graders are invited to join Mrs. Ryan and friends in room 103 for an Easter celebration. These friends may be dropped off prior to the start of worship, or come down during the service. Sunday, April 7th: Our 3-4 year olds (JAM) and 5+ Kinder class will be singing at the start of the 10:00 am worship service. Sunday, April 14th: Presentation of Bibles to our friends in BLAST 3rd Grade! Your Bible, taught by Dr. Parks, will occur this Sunday during BLAST for 3rd - 4th graders. Sunday, May 19th: WUMC’s Confirmation Sunday!

THANK YOU WUMC! God’s Grace is Abundant! With everyone’s help, our 3rd-4th graders are turning brownies into blankets in mission with the West Side Community House. On behalf of the kids, Janet Hanacek, (their Sunday school teacher), and Tracy and Dan Heberle (parent volunteers), please accept thanks and gratitude for your generous support of the Valentine’s Bake Sale. The class looks forward to completing their new sew blankets, personally delivering them to Westside Community House, and dealing with a WONDERFUL dilemma of deciding how to contribute the funds raised that far exceeded their goal. Thank you and thanks be to God.


March 2013

SUNDAYS SENIOR HIGH YOUTH FORUM (GR. 99-12)

CONFIRMATION (GR. 77-8)

SUNDAYS, 11:10 A.M.—12:10 P.M. IN YOUTH ROOM NEW SERIES: VIVID, “A STUDY ON THE BOOK OF JAMES” DISCUSSION LED BY: JEFF BARTHOLOMEW, KATIE SALIS, & MORE...

SUNDAYS, 10:10—11:10 A.M., STAGE CLASSROOM “OLD TESTAMENT CHARACTERS & QUESTIONS OF FAITH” LESSON LED BY: LAURIE MARSHALL, ANNA MAGILL, & JEFF BARTHOLOMEW

YOUTH SERVICE OPPORTUNITY SUNDAY, MARCH 3RD, 2:30— 2:30—6 P.M. All youth, grades 7-12, (and especially the Confirmation Class!) are invited and encouraged to visit Simpson United Methodist Church. Join us as we connect and serve with Simpson as they host another community meal. Service is a valued part of the United Methodist Church. Youth are needed to serve, host, and be a part of this special community. Carpool departs WUMC at 2:30 p.m., meal served at 4 p.m., return to WUMC expected by 6 p.m. Community service hours available. Parents and drivers are welcome and needed!

SPAGHETTI DINNER SET-UP FRIDAY, MARCH 8TH, 7— 7—9 P.M. Help prepare the ambiance of Fellowship Hall for this elegant night out! More hands make less work. Special snack served...

SPAGHETTI DINNER SATURDAY, MARCH 9TH, 3— 3—9 P.M. All youth and family members are invited to take part in this special event. Sign ups and donations are available online and outside the Youth Room. RSVP today!

LIFE-TALK SERIES TUESDAY, MARCH 19TH, 6— 6—8 P.M. Invite your friends and enjoy a night of fun and discussion! LifeTalk is a media driven discussion about real life topics. It is complimented by videos narrated by Pastor Rob Bell. LifeTalk Series will be each month, February—May. Youth room renovations will be scheduled also… clean-up, moving, SPLASH PAINT and more! Join us for LifeTalk! Dinner at 6 p.m., ending at 8 p.m. May the season of Lent be a time of change. Draw nearer to the God who loves us!

Questions? RSVPs? Contact Anna Magill: [email protected] or (216) 650-8290

Hop in for a book!

Easter in the Library!

Our comprehensive collection of books and CD’s for the Lenten season are now on display in the library. Enrich your spiritual life by reading at least one Lenten book this season. Children who read an Easter book will receive a free booklet (while supplies last) with coloring pages, games and puzzles with the theme of Holy Week. See forms in the library.

Children’s Choir SINGING ON PALM SUNDAY, MARCH 24TH AT 10 A.M. & 11:21 A.M. Children’s choir will be singing “Hosanna in the Highest” on Palm Sunday, March 24 at the 10:00 and 11:21 services. Please have your child wear their children’s choir polo and khaki bottoms. Please contact me via email at [email protected] or call (216) 862-1232 with any questions.


7

The Messenger

From the Parish Nurse...

Church Family Focus BAPTISMS Leia Sue Johnson, daughter of Shannon and Alex Johnson, was baptized by Rev. John Butchko on February 17th at the 10:00 a.m. service. Leia’s godparents are Scott & Cathy Johnson. Julia Ryan Kubancik and Ryan James Kubancik, children of Leslie and Jim Kubancik, were baptized on February 17th at the 11:21 a.m. service by Rev. John Butchko. Jacob Allen Williams, son of Laura Williams, was baptized on February 17th at the 11:21 a.m. service by Rev. John Butchko.

WITH SYMPATHY Diosdado Buzon, brother of Moises Buzon, passed away February 26th. Mildred Stalla, mother of Rick Stalla, passed away February 23rd. Rev. John Butchko officiated the graveside memorial service. Donald Foye, father of Scott Foye, passed away on February 19th. A Memorial Service was officiated by Rev. John Butchko. Robert Svec, father of Donald Svec, passed away the week of February 10th. A Memorial Service was officiated by Rev. John Butchko.

Office Help Needed! Stephanie, our Office Manager, will be taking maternity leave sometime around the beginning of April (she is due April 7th). We need some volunteers to assist with light office work, mainly handling mail, and answering phones during this time. The morning hours are the most critical to cover as they are the busiest. Thanks to those who have already volunteered! If you can help—particularly on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, please let Stephanie or Rev. John know: [email protected] or (440) 871-3088. It would be ideal if you could sign up for one day a week (say every Monday from 9 to 12, etc), but any time you have would be welcome! The time frame is 5-6 weeks. Bring a book, bring your knitting, have a cup of coffee, and greet visitors in person or via telephone! Or, we might have a project or two for you to assist with (easy, we promise!).

Thank you!

Kathy Tafuri, our WUMC Volunteer Parish Nurse, is available on Wednesdays at WUMC from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. She may be reached at (440) 871-3088 x17, or [email protected] with healthrelated concerns. Free blood pressure screening on Sunday, March 10th after each service. Kathy has some medical supplies you might need. Please let her know if you could use anything, or if you have anything to donate. • One cane (with 4 "feet" for balance) • Sinus Rinse and Neti Pot kits • Walkers • Canes • Arthritis sock assistive device • Exercise Equipment (for seated, pedaling exercise)

Medicare Update! Remember these things about enrolling in Medicare: For most, it's not automatic. You must apply to receive it. If you apply late, you'll pay a penalty. You apply at your local Social Security office. Seven-month enrollment period: You have a seven month window to enroll in Medicare without a financial penalty: Three months before the month of your 65th birthday, the month of your birthday, three months after the month of your 65th birthday. When Medicare coverage starts: if you apply before your birth month, your coverage should start on the first day of your birth month. ~Patricia Stineman, OSHIIP Volunteer Counselor, (440) 781-1383

Coming March 3rd: A new History Channel Mini Series will feature the Bible: from Genesis to Revelation The Bible is a five-week, 10-hour television mini-series premiering March 3rd on the History Channel from Emmy Award winning husband and wife team, Mark Burnett and Roma Downey. For two hours each Sunday night millions of viewers will see the Bible from Genesis to Revelation come to life in a way never before seen. The final episode of the series will air on Easter Sunday and will feature the death and resurrec-


9

Sun

7

31

11:21 Easter Worship

10:00 Easter Worship

8:15 Easter Worship

7:11 a.m. Sunrise Service in Evergreen Cemetery

3-5 pm Eggstravaganza (F.H.)

8am—12:30pm UMM Belgian Waffle Breakfast (F. Hall)

FOOD DRIVE

24

Easter Flower Orders Due

10 am Monday Morning Bells 1 pm ChristCare—EP (100) 7 pm ChristCare—JK (205)

25

5 pm 7pm 7pm

9 am 10am

26

9 am 9 am 5 pm 6 pm 7pm 7pm

Kindermusik (103) Special Needs Moms Bible Study (100) Oberlin Choristers (FH) ChristCare—RE (205) 11:21 Band (Sanct)

Kindermusik (103) MOMs Group (106) Oberlin Choristers (FH) Youth—LifeTalk (205) ChristCare—RE (107) 11:21 Band (Sanct)

27 9 am Kindermusik (103) 10 am Bible Study (107) 10 am Parish Nurse Available 12:00pm Purl Girls (100) 1:30 pm PACE (103) 3 pm ChristCare—JMc (205) 5:30 pm Community Meal(FH) 7 pm ChristCare—GM (205)

9:00 am Kindermusik (103) 10 am Bible Study (107) 10 am Parish Nurse Available 12:00pm Purl Girls (100) 1:30 pm PACE (103) 7 pm ChristCare—GM (205)

20

MAUNDY THURSDAY

CWRU (107) Marijuana Anon. (100) Yoga (103) ChristCare—DL (107) Chancel Choir

UMW Gen. Mtg (FH) Marijuana Anon. (100) Yoga (103) ChristCare—DL (107) U of VA Men’s Chorus Special Concert (Sct)

CWRU (107) UMW Board Mtg (104) Marijuana Anon. (100) Yoga (103) ChristCare—DL (107) Chancel Choir

Thu

Schumacher

29

GOOD FRIDAY

5:30 p.m.

Wedding Rehearsal

22

16

9

ChristCare—LK (205)

30

Schumacher

Cub Scouts— Pinewood Derby 8:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m.

ChristCare—LK (205)

Wedding 3:00 p.m.

6 pm

23

Sat

Youth Spaghetti Dinner 3—9 p.m. Seatings: 5:00, 6:30

6 pm

2

Congregational Retreat Millersburg Inn

Youth Spaghetti Dinner Setup 7—9 p.m.

15

8

1

Fri

10 am CWRU (107) 10 am UMW Outreach (FH) 9am-9pm Labyrinth (FH) 5:30pm Marijuana Anon. (100) 6 pm Yoga (103) 7:30 pm 6:30pm Maundy Thursday Good Friday Service Dinner & Worship (FH)

28

10 am 5:30pm 6 pm 7pm 7:30pm

21

19

10 am Monday Morning Bells 1 pm ChristCare—EP (100) 7 pm ChristCare—JK (205)

18

17

FOOD DRIVE

14 10 am 5:30pm 6 pm 7pm 7pm

13 9:00 am Kindermusik (103) 10 am Bible Study (107) 10 am Parish Nurse Available 12:00pm Purl Girls (100) 1:30 pm PACE (103) 3 pm ChristCare—JMc (205) 7 pm ChristCare—GM (205)

10 am 10 am 5:30pm 6 pm 7pm 7:30pm

12

Monday Morning Bells All-Staff Meeting (107) ChristCare—EP (100) ChristCare—JK (205)

6 9:00 am Kindermusik (103) 10 am Bible Study (107) 10 am Parish Nurse Available 12:00pm Purl Girls (100) 1:30 pm PACE (103) 7 pm ChristCare—GM (205)

5

Wed

9 am Kindermusik (103) 9:30am MOMS group (106) 11:15am Special Needs Moms Training (Nursery) 5pm Oberlin Choristers (FH) 7pm ChristCare—RE (205)

Tue

9 am Kindermusik (103) 10am Special Needs Moms (100) 5 pm Oberlin Choristers (FH) 6:30pm Trustees (106) 7pm ChristCare—RE (205) 7pm 11:21 Band (Sanct)

11

10 am 12 pm 1 pm 7 pm

4

Mon

March 2013

10am Monday Morning Bells PAS: Concerts Doux 4 p.m. 12:30pm Games ‘N Such (F. H.) 1 pm ChristCare—EP (100) FOOD DRIVE KICK-OFF 7pm Finance Cmmte (Lib.) 7pm Stephen Ministry (107) Spring D[ylight S[vings 7 pm ChristCare—JK (205) Forward!

10

Bells Play Blood Pressure Screenings

Simpson Community Meal 4:30 p.m. (WUMC Youth help)

3


March 2013

The Messenger Order deadline is Sunday, April 14th, 2013. Please complete BOTH sides of this form. Orders with payments may be placed in the box in the lobby across from the elevator. Any questions? Please contact Barbara Lachowicz (216) 533-2124

BASKET GERANIUMS Basket of 8—4” pots $24.00

BEDDING FLATS *

QTY.

QTY. AGERATUM

QTY. ______ Candy Pink

______ White ______ Lavender

SPECIALTY ANNUAL

BEGONIA

______ Discovery Orange

Gin ______ (Rose, Bronze Leaves)

______ Discovery Yellow

Olympia Pink ______ (Green Leaves)

______ Single Mix

Olympia Red ______ (Green Leaves)

______ Red

$4.50 each

Olympia White ______ (Green Leaves)

QTY. LOBELIA ______ White MILLION BELLS ______ Purple ______ Pink ______ Red ______ Terra Cotta SWEET POTATO VINE ______ Black ______ Yellow WAVE PETUNIA ______ Purple ______ Pink

MARIGOLDS 12-14”

______ Purple

______ Light Salmon

______ Blue

______ Janie Mix

______ White

______ Magenta

4” pots

______ Janie Deep Orange

ALYSSUM

______ Red

MARIGOLDS 9” ______ Janie Bright Yellow

______ Blue

______ Purple

32 per flat — $14.00

______

Vodka (Red, Bronze Leaves)

Whiskey ______ (White, Bronze Leaves)

______ Deep Purple ______ Pink ______ Sky Blue PORTULACA ______ Mix ______ Victoria Blue

BROWALLIA ______ White

SALVIA — DWARF ______ Red

______ Blue

SNAPS — DWARF

COLEUS

______ Mix

______ Mix

SNAPS — TALL

DAHLIA—DWARF ______ Mix

______ Mix TORENIA

DIANTHUS ______ Mix

______ Blue ______ Pink

DUSTY MILLER ______ Silver

______ White

SALVIA

Organdy Mix ______ (All above)

*Please note that Bedding impatiens are not available this year due to the Downy Mildew LOBELIA disease. If you have any questions about this, ______ Blue please see the information located near the order forms on the lobby table Want to read more? Go to

PETUNIAS

______ Mix ZINNIA—SHORT ______ Mix

westlakeumc.org For more choices, turn over

SPECIALTY POTS 4” pots

HANGING BASKETS

$5.00 each

QTY.

10” pots

March 2013 (prices as marked)

QTY.

QTY. FERNS

TUBEROUS BEGONIA

$22.00

TUBEROUS BEGONIA

______ Green

______ Pink

FUSCHIA

______ Red

$18.50

NEW GUINEA IMPATIEN $18.50

______ Yellow ______ Salmon

______ Bright Orange ______ Pink

______ Fuschia

______ Orange

______ Red ______ Yellow

______ Purple

NEW GUINEA IMPATIENS

WAVE PETUNIA $18.50

______ Salmon

______ Blue

______ Pink

______ Pink

______ Purple

______ Red

______ Red

______ Pink

SPECIALTY ANNUAL COMBO $18.50

______ Purple ______ White ______ Orange ______ Salmon

$18.50

ZONAL GERANIUM COMBO $18.50

______ Red/White/Blue

______ Red

______ Pink/Purple/Blue

______ Pink

______ Red/Yellow/Purple

______ Salmon

______ Yellow/Orange/White

______ Purple

______ Pink/Yellow

COMBO ANNUAL 6” pots

$6.00 each

CONTAINER GARDEN

QTY.

10” pots

______ Red/White/Blue ______ Red/Yellow/Purple

QTY.

$22.00 each QTY.


______ Red/White/Blue



______ Red/Yellow/Purple

______ Pink/Yellow

______ Pink/Yellow


ORDER DEADLINE: Sunday, April 14th, 2013 * Return forms to box in lobby across from elevator

TOTAL: $ ___________________

Make checks payable to: Westlake UMW

* PAYMENT DUE WITH ORDER *

Name:______________________________________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ Email: ________________________________________________ CHAIRPERSON: Barbara Lachowicz (216) 533-2124 Deans will make variety and/or color substitutions if necessary, matching your order as closely as possible *Donations for the Church Yard can be made via the separate donation form available in the church lobby—deadline is April 7th*


WESTLAKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH STAFF

Patti Barnes Kevin Foster Jeanne Halaby Rich Gallo Annie Kaschube Alexandra Kellatis Tom Linger Ardith McCloy Anna Magill Gretty Myers Ellie Peiffer Carol Ryan Stephanie Fries Sharon Stickler Kathy Tafuri Janie Zell Rev. Jim Cake Rev. Ron Dietrich Rev. Diana Guyette

Senior Pastor: [email protected] Nursery Coordinator Choir Director—ON LEAVE Nursery Assistant 11:21 Worship & Band Leader Organist Childcare Assistant Coordinator Building Manager Director of Handbells Youth Associate Stephen Ministry Coordinator Small Group & Welcoming Ministries Christian Education Associate Office Manager Finance Manager Volunteer Parish Nurse Nursery Assistant

Rev. Nancy Hull Rev. Don Lefelar Dr. Richard Lehto

Dr. Richard Parks Rev. Bob Remington Rev. Tom Taylor

* * M ESSENGER A RTICLES

FOR

3/9

Youth Spaghetti Dinner— An Elegant Night Out! (pg. 4 &7) 3/10 PAS: Concerts Doux (pg. 3) 3/14 University of Virginia Men’s Glee Club— Special Concert at WUMC (pg. 3) 3/15-16 Congregational Retreat at historic Millersburg Hotel (pg. 5) 3/24 PALM SUNDAY Men’ s Belgian Waffle Breakfast (pg. 5) Eggstravaganza! (pg. 6) 3/28 MAUNDY THURSDAY Soup & Worship @ 6:30 p.m. (pg. 1) 3/29

3/31

GOOD FRIDAY Labyrinth (pg. 4) Service @ 7:30 p.m. (pg. 1 & 4) EASTER SUNDAY! (pg. 1)

A PRIL : D UE M ARCH 15 * *

Mailed February 26, 2013 DATED MATERIAL—DO NOT DELAY

Sunday Worship at 8:15 a.m. (Reflective) 10:00 a.m. (Classic) 11:21 a.m. (High Energy) 27650 Center Ridge Road Westlake, Ohio 44145 (440) 871-3088 www.westlakeumc.org [email protected]

WESTLAKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Rev. John Butchko

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED