May 2016

Points of Interest In This Issue Senior Breakfast

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Senior Breakfast

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Annual Conference

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General Conference

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Shredding

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Did You Know

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Faith Walkers

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Kids and Cell Phone

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Daily Devotional

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So Much Is Going On This Month

Plus Graduation is Coming Senior Breakfast Join us as we honor our high school seniors who are graduating this

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year. Due to a change in the school calendar, seniors will not be graduating until June 3rd. That puts the date of our Senior Breakfast on Sunday,

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May 29th (Memorial Day weekend). Please make plans to join us that morning for breakfast in the gym (following the 8:00 am service) as we

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recognize the hard work which has led these young people to this event – and hear about their plans for the future. We will honor Amanda Borden,

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Corey Silva, Annie Kuntsler, Kelsey Smith and Destiny Torres. If you are aware of a senior (or junior graduating early) who is connected to our con-

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gregation, please call the office ASAP.

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First United Methodist Church

Annual Conference Each year all of the Methodist Churches in the New Mexico Conference gather to transact business and celebrate ministry. Churches are also asked to give an extra “boost” to certain ministries. This year, two of the ministries selected are the Santa Elena Mission and the Ruidoso Community Kitchen Food Bank. By combining resources from all of the churches in our conference, we can abundantly bless these ministries. Here’s how to help. 1. Community Kitchen Food Bank works to help end hunger. They are asking for donations of: Large Cans of green beans, corn, tomatoes (diced or crushed), chicken and tuna fish Dry items – pinto beans, all types of pasta, Kool-Aid Dining Room supplies – paper napkins, 12 oz. clear plastic cups, plastic sporks (spoon/fork combination) Please purchase only the requested items and place your donations in the box outside of the Sanctuary. Donations are needed no later than May 27th. 2. The April Bread Basket donation was for the Santa Elena Mission (sponsored by Community UMC in Ruidoso NM) which serves the Tarahumara Indians in Copper Canyon, Mexico (southwest of Juarez). $729 was collected and will be taken to Annual Conference (June 2-4) in Roswell. You may still donate to this cause. Please mark your donation “Santa Elena Mission.” 3. Be in prayer for conference pastors and delegates as they prepare to come together in celebration and ministry.

General Conference Every four year delegates from Methodist churches worldwide converge for General Conference. This year, the conference will held May 10-20 in Portland, Oregon. You are invited to be in prayer during this time, that delegates comes together to seek God’s will for all us, and that everyone hearts and minds are open to the leading of the Holy Spirit. If you would like to learn more about General Conference, visit www.gc2016.umc.org. You can also visit that website at 9:30 am (our time) on May 11 to watch livestreaming of the episcopal address by Ohio West Area Bishop Gregory V. Palmer, on behalf of the Council of Bishops. http://www.umc.org/who-we-are/what-will-general-conference-mean-to-my-united-methodist-church

Shredding Do you need to have old personal documents shredded? The church certainly does which is why we have scheduled SOS Shredding to bring their truck to the church for shredding services this month. You are invited to bring your documents to the church for shredding as well. The shredding date is Tuesday, May 17 th. You need to be here promptly at 9 am with your documents to be shredded. Here’s what you need to know. SOS charges $.25/pound and they use a certified scale to weigh your documents. They can shred anything EXCEPT binder clips and 3 ring binders. So please be sure that your documents do not include those 2 items. For security reasons you must bring your documents to be shredded to the church on the day scheduled. We cannot accept documents ahead of time. Please arrive promptly at 9 am on May 17th. You must bring your shredding to the north gym doors (by the trash dumpsters). You don’t need to come to the office; just drive around the church till you see the shredder. You will pay SOS directly. They only take cash or check – no credit or debit cards.

First United Methodist Church

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From The Mail Bag “Dear Church Family, The words “Thank you” do not convey enough gratitude for all of the prayers, cards and support you gave our family during this time. We do not think of Lela as lots to us, for she knew Jesus as her Lord and Savior. She has just gone ahead of us to the room he promised for each of us. Imelda and Elmer Veeder”

Faith Walkers Wanted You are invited to join the FUMC Faith Walker’s team for next month’s Celebration of Life, sponsored by Cancer Support of Deming and Luna County. This walking event honors cancer warriors and raises money for Cancer Support of Deming and Luna County, with all funds being used locally. This year’s special honorees are Cancer Warriors Kenny Treadwell and Eli Goedecki. Kenny is a long-time member of our church and a local rancher. Eli is the 3-year-old son of Mark and Michele Goedecki. This year’s walk will be held on Saturday, May 7th, at Voiers Pit Park (across from Starmax Movie Theater) from 8 am to noon. The registration fee is $15 and includes a t-shirt. Registrations will be accepted until May 1. T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed if registrations are received after April 5 so you get yours in early. Registration forms are available at the church office or on the resource table at the back of the Sanctuary. Checks should be made out to Celebration of Life. Please sign up to help support Celebration of Life, even if you are unable to walk on May 7 th. In the past, we’ve won the “prize” for having the largest team of participants and we have a lot of fun while supporting those struggling with cancer or honoring those who were brave in the fight but are no longer with us. To identify our team, please ware a cross with your t-shirt while walking. Or come and cheer from the sideline!

Kids and Cell Phones If you have a child, grandchild, or other young person in your life who has a cell phone, you might want to read this article about some apps that can pose a danger to them: http://foreverymom.com/join-us/15-Dangerous-Apps.pdf. While not dangerous in their original intention, many of these apps can expose children and youth to other dangers. For those of you without computer access, please call Claire in the office for a print copy.

Daily Devotional If you are looking for daily devotional, try the Upper Room. It has a scripture verse, mini devotional, prayer and thought for each day. The cover art features scenes from various Bible stories. The May-June cover art is from the story of Paul’s conversion experience with Jesus, depicted as Paul might have experienced it. Regular and large print formats are available on the resource table at the back of the Sanctuary. This is provided at no charge and donations are cheerfully accepted.

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First United Methodist Church

In Worship, Ministry and Fun  May 1 – On Communion Sunday we will be collected canned goods for the local food bank (the white barrel in the Sunday School hallway), donations of pet food for the animal shelter (the other white barrel) and donations for the Pastor’s Mission Fund. The fund is used to help people with a variety of needs, whether it is a car repair, medical needs, rent, bus tickets or something else. Your donations give people hope in times of extreme need. One need last month kept the lights on a couple’s residence when they both found themselves unemployed at the same time. Your past donations gave them one less thing to worry about so they could concentrate on finding new jobs.  May 2 – 6 is a school break. There will be no afterschool programs that week. Please remember that SOUL Kids is finished for the school year.  May 7 – The Faith Walkers Team will participate in the Cancer Walk at Pit Park, 9 am. Please wear a cross and look for the church’s team sign.  May 8 – Mother’s Day and our Bread Basket offering for Landsun Homes. Each May our Bread Basket offering falls on Mother’s Day to coincide with the Landsun Homes Mother’s Day Offering. This offering benefits Landsun Homes’ residents, many of whom have income levels below the poverty line and depend on some form of financial assistance to continue to live active and meaningful lives. Providing charitable care is the most acute challenge that Landsun Homes faces. Your donations enable these individuals to enjoy a decent, dignified quality of life. 

May 9 – Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 pm, Memorial Classroom

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May 10 – Worship Committee meeting, 6 pm, Fellowship Hall

 May 15 – Pentecost Sunday is the birthday of the church! Join us in worship as we celebrate this important day in the life of Christian communities around the world.  May 15 – the United Methodist Men will have their breakfast meeting in the Memorial Classroom at 7 am. Guys – you’re invited for lots of coffee, good food and wonderful fellowship.  May 17 – Be here at 9 am with your shredding. Drive to the north side of the side, to the double doors by the trash dumpsters. 

May 18 – Evangelism Committee meeting, 6 pm, Fellowship Hall

 May 21 – the United Methodist Women will have their monthly meeting and program at 2 pm, in the Chapel. Refreshments will follow in the Parlor. All the ladies are invited for ministry, goodies and fellowship.  May 24 – Church Council meeting, 5:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. This is not your usual meeting. Everyone is invited to join us as we seek God’s will for this Body of Christ.  May 25 – Our Little Lambs 4 year olds will have a graduation party in their classroom. Please keep them in prayer for their next steps in their educational journey.  May 29 – the Senior Breakfast to honor our graduating high school seniors will be held in the gym at 9 am, following the 8 am worship service. Please come to recognize their accomplishment! May 30 – the office will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

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Around the Community—something for everyone

May 5 – National Day of Prayer activities take place at Courthouse Park, beginning at 6:30 pm. You are invited to participate. Even if you can’t attend, please take time during the day to join others in prayer for our country and for our elected officials – local and national. May 3 through 27 will be the “Two Person Show’ at the Deming Arts Center, featuring realist painter Linda Anderson and wood artist Dick Costa. Linda prefers water colors and acrylics for her realist style works and is inspired by the area’s western heritage, vast openness and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Dick is turning out beautiful pieces of wood in the form of pens, bowls, vases and sculptures which are more creative and challenging. The Arts Center is open from 10 am to 4 pm Tuesday through Saturday, with extended hours on Thursday till 6:30 pm. You can meet Linda and Dick at an artist reception on May 15 (1-3 pm) and also meet Bob Rockwell, a local Deming author, who be promoting his newest book, “Riding with Villa.” More information is available at www.demingarts.org or by calling 575-546-3663. Kitchen Creations is a 4 week cooking school for those with type 2 diabetes on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, May 4, 11, 18 and 25. Call the extension call at 575-546-8806 to sign up for these free classes. May 6 – The Deming Community Choir presents An Early Summer Concert at 7 pm, at Deming High School Auditorium. The choir is made up of local residents, a number of whom are members of our congregation. The program will feature an assortment of liturgical, Broadway and easy listening numbers, including some sing-along opportunities. There is no charge for the concert and donations are cheerfully accepted. May 6 – St. Paul’s UMC in Las Cruces will be showing “The War Room” at 2 pm and again at 6 pm. The movie is free and snacks will be available for a minimal charge. Child care is available during the 6 pm showing. For more information, please call St. Paul’s at 575-526-6689. Join volunteers of all ages in the Great American Cleanup on Saturday, May 14. Gather at Courthouse Park at 8 am to receive instructions. After your assigned area is done, return to the park for lunch and an opportunity to win prizes. Be sure to wear long pants, long sleeved shirts, closed toed shoes, a hat and sunscreen. You’ll also want to bring your own gloves and some water. Trash bags will be provided. The United Methodist Men are one group that will be picking up trash so join their team to make quick work of their assigned area. Early Childhood Education Voter is hosting town hall meetings across the state to allow communities to hear from experts, take part in discussions and get involved to learn where state and local candidates stand on Early Childhood Education. This is an important topic deserving of attention. Deming’s opportunity to attend will be May 17, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Mimbres Valley Learning Center, 2300 E. Pine. Attend so that you can make informed choices when you vote in June. Friend of Rockhound State Park kick off the 11th summer concert season (and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the park) with Guitar Greg on Saturday May 21st. These concerts are always on the 3rd Saturday of the month, from 6 to 8 pm, through September. Bring a comfy chair and, if you wish, a picnic supper. For more information, please call 575-546-6182. Deming Luna Mimbres Museum and Custom House will host the 100th year celebration of its building – the Armory. Festivities begin on May 21at at 10 am, beginning at Veterans’ Park with the raising of the colors. Events move inside with historian Bayne Anderson’s presentation and military music on the first floor – and more. If it’s been awhile since you’ve been, stop by the museum. There are always activities, exhibit changes and new things to view in the gift shop. They are also looking for volunteers; call Virginia Pool at 575-546-2382. HELP-NEW MEXICO, INC. Child Development Division is now enrolling kids in quality early childhood programs in Luna County. Programs are available for infants, toddler, preschoolers and even pregnant women. Please call the Family Resource Center at 544-8313 for details. If you are collecting items over the year for Operation Christmas Child Shoe Boxes, here are some suggestions: summer playtime (balls, jump ropes, stuffed animals, noise makers, dolls, games, plastic jewelry); extra shoe boxes which can give given Ally Bryant to wrap (call her at 575-494-2341).

The First United Methodist Church in Deming, NM welcomes YOU... to its on-line web presence. Please stay on-line with us for a while and visit the multiple program and worship opportunities available at First United Methodist Church; the feature The Pastor Speaks allows us to share audibly the recent messages/sermons prepared by our pastor. plan to visit and worship with us.

E-mail: [email protected] Www.FUMCdeming.org Facebook: FUMCdeming

1020 S. Granite Deming, NM 88030 Phone: 575-546-2791

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