The Grapevine
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF NAPA
(707) 253-1411
June 1, 2010
Open Hearts, Open Minds,
Open Doors:
the People of The United Methodist Church
… Pastor’s Column:
How does one begin to say good bye? By being gracious and humble and thanking God for the opportunity of being your pastor the past two years. Veronica and I love you and will miss you. This is and has been a wonderful assignment!
Being Doug’s wingman and co-pilot has been a joy. I’ve had his back and he has had mine. I will miss my buddy. Who would have thought an old anchor cranker (Marine) and a mudslogger (Army) would get along so well. God knew. Doug and Martha have opened their arms and hearts to Veronica and me from the very beginning. Thank both of you.
I thank God for the wonderful leadership I have found at this church. From the L-Team, to the music departments (Jan, Ellen, Diane and Susan T.), from the kitchen (Voted #1 for the best lemonade, coffee and cookies, by this pastor.), to the clothes closet, Hope Center, and the Table, and from the committees to the people in the pews ... this church is so blessed with talent. The young adults, youth and parents have also touched my life. The hugs, smiles, handshakes and laughter we have shared have all lifted my heart, and I see a bright future for this church and the world. The Grape Express will chug on down the track and bring God’s love to others along the way. I have certainly enjoyed the ride. I hate to get off at the next stop, Vicki. (sigh) Most of all, I thank Dianne in the office for her smile and wisdom. She is a real blessing to Doug, myself and this church.
I will take the love you have given to Veronica and I to the Vallejo First UMC, share God’s love there and continue this journey with them. I am excited and sad at the same time. This time has passed too soon. Yet, the journey continues. “The Good Lord willing and the creek don’t rise, I’ll see you again.” Amen.
Until we meet again,
Shalom. Roger
Save the Date for Sierra Service Project
Dreamweavers Theater
presents
Deathtrap
By Ira Levin
A thrilling comedy that will keep you enthralled until the final, startling moment of the play.
June 17th at 8:00 P.M.
Tickets are $25.00 which includes a dessert reception beginning at 7:00 P.M..
All proceeds benefit Sierra Service Project.
Tickets on sale following worship service on 5/23, 5/30, 6/6, & 6/13
Calling All Graduates
If you are graduating this year, please call the church office.
Your church would love to honor you and your accomplishments.
Sanctuary Slide Show Presentations
WHAT IS THE ANSWER? The Worship Committee is looking for help in deciding what we need in the Sanctuary for our slide show presentations. We will set up a Task Force, and people with knowledge of current technology would be greatly appreciated. If anyone can give us some idea of what options area available beyond the current Power Point projection and screen, please let us know: Dianelevorsen@comcast.net
Builders and the New Addition Lunch Break
It's lunch break time so come join us at noon, Saturday, June 12, at Gary and Kay Neal's for a patio potluck provided by the New Addition Builders. You may want to keep your hard hats on or a sunhat if you prefer. We already have a few new folks added to the payroll and I am sure when you find out that Vic and Patty, Margaret and Bill, and Barbara B. have signed on, you'll know the quality of the crew. Sandy and Doug have been pulled off temporarily to another job site but will catch us later. Fellowship Hall is buzzing with who's going to be hired on next. We have room for all but want you to be in on the ground floor remodel. Check with the subs or the self- appointed contractor, Kay Neal, to get your name on the bid. We need peaceful payroll payers, painters and plumbers, divine diggers and hopeful helpers. The Builders foundation is there, we are just adding some seismic retro fitting. We will be hiring until the fellowship, faith and fun have no where to go but UP!
See you from the rooftop, Kay Neal 224-8491
Help Wanted at FUMC, Napa
A person to share duties with Joellen Pope to provide flowers for Sunday morning worship services
An additional van driver
A person to be responsible for changing the paraments as needed
A person to be responsible for coming early on Sundays to make sure the Sanctuary heat is on, the mics are in place, etc.
Bill Sharp has volunteered to fill up the van with gasoline about once a month—Thank you, Bill!
Please call the church office if you are interested
You Are Invited to a
TEDDY BEAR PICNIC
When: June 13, 2010 at 10:45 after the service
Where: Kagawa Room
Why: G.R.A.P.E. Express Year End Party
Special Guest: Rev. Roger Kimble III
Bring your favorite stuffed animal or toy – Roger will be blessing the toys!
Refreshments will be served. There might be games, and a surprise or two!
SEE YOU ON THE 13TH !
First United Methodist Church
625 Randolph St. Napa 94559
Office: (707) 253-1411 Fax#: (707) 253-1976
www.napaumc.org
Facebook: Napa First United Methodist Church
Pastors: Douglas J. Monroe
Roger Kimble, III
Sunday Worship - 9:30 a.m.
Child and Infant Nursery Care is available
Church Office Hours:
Monday—Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
The Grapevine is published bi-monthly.
Editor: Dianne Mahler
Grapevine Schedule
The next deadline is June 10th and it will be mailed out on June 16th.
Please email your articles to secretary@napaumc.org
Women of UMW,
Come to your favorite circle meeting this month. Enjoy the fellowship and learn about the world. See details in the directory. Please note that the June Unit meeting has been changed to June 10th, 2010 at 10 am in the Kagawa Room at Church. Please come and hear about the UMW Assembly Aletha, Carlena, Barb and I attended. The second annual "Honoring Your Mother Tea" was lovely. The afternoon was spent listening to Martha Monroe tell the history of the Wesleyean Teapot and how the innovative ideas that Josiah Wedgewood had, changed options for workers and changed attitudes to make this world a better place. We learned about the importance of buying fair trade tea, coffee, chocolate and sugar which allows the grower to get a decent wage for their product by eliminating the middle man when marketing and safeguarding their interests. We sampled these items (except the coffee). The hall was filled with warm, loving conversation. The generosity of the participants allowed us to donate to VOICES, Healthy Moms and Babies and UMCOR for (birthing kits). THANK YOU to all who came and to Sarah Crosby Circle who hosted, truly LOVE in ACTION.
Mark your calendars....Next Unit Meeting:
Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 10 am. The Program will be Call to Prayer and Self Denial and a report on the UMW Assembly called “Come Hear about Assembly”. The hosts will be the Lillian Wallace Circle. Call Joan Feury for a ride. 287-2024.
Upcoming Calendar Dates:
Church Women United - Saturday, June 19, 2010 - Church Women United will meet at Melanie Oberting’s home from 10:00-2:00 pm.
UMW Mission Event - July 23-25, 2010 - UMW Mission Event in Reno, Nevada. One of the programs will be about Sudan.
UMW Mission Event - August 6-8, 2010 - UMW Mission Event at UOP in Stockton, California( same programs as Reno).
Please consider going to the Mission Events. More details to follow.
SAVE THE DATE *********SAVE THE DATE**************
*SUNDAY, JUNE 27th*
Potluck after Church to wish Roger and Veronica the best on their new assignment
Stop by and sign up in the Fellowship Room for what you'd like to do for Roger and Veronica's Day! You may bring food or set up or clean up or serve on a committee.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
*SUNDAY, JUNE 27th at 10:45am*
GOD AND GAYS: SOME PERSPECTIVES
You might think you know where the Bible stands on the subject of homosexuality, but when was the last time you actually checked?
The spirited documentary Fish out of Water explores the seven Bible passages notoriously used to condemn homosexuality and justify marriage discrimination. With the help of a cartoon narrator, animated recollections of Bible passages and witty illustrations, Fish out of Water makes this polarizing subject accessible and non‐threatening.
After the fallout at Vanderbilt University when the film’s director came out to her sorority sisters, filmmaker Ky Dickens, crisscrosses America and listens to the country’s impassioned speech on this divisive issue. She speaks with ministers of all denominations, recording the experiences of the oppressed, the justifications of the oppressors and alternative perspectives of some Biblical scholars.
Sunday, June 13, 4:00-5:30 pm, First United Methodist Church, 625 Randolph Street
This film presentation sponsored by:
Covenant Presbyterian
Church
First United Methodist Church
PFLAG North Bay
Chapter
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of North Bay
Refreshments and an opportunity for discussion with local clergy will follow the film.
All Are Welcome!
Mission Statement
The First United Methodist Church of Napa unconditionally welcomes all people wherever they are on their faith journey. As a congregation rooted in scripture, tradition, experience, and reason, we promise opportunities to grow in the Spirit to become active followers of Jesus Christ. We are affiliated with The Center for Progressive Christianity and a member of the Reconciling Ministries Network.
Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 am
Coffee, cookies, lemonade and friendship are served at 10:30 am
Adult Bible Study: 10:45 am Parlor
Sunday School for 3 years old through 5th grade—10:45 am—Kagawa Rm.
Middle School Group—10:45 am—Beall Library
Youth Group—11:00 am—Youth Room
Come and see what your church has to offer you this year
Visit us on Facebook—Napa First United Methodist Church
May 30 Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; Psalm 8; Romans 5:1-5; John 16:12-15
Rev. Doug Monroe Cathedral Choir
June 6 Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24; Psalm 146; Galatians 1:11-24; Luke 7:11-17
Rev. Roger Kimble Bonner Bells
June 13 Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-21; Psalm 5:1-8; Galatians 2:15-21; Luke 7:36-8:3
Rev. Doug Monroe BB, CC, OEBGMC
June 20 Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15; Psalm 42; Galatians 3:23-29; Luke 8:26-39
Lay Members Report from Annual Conference Sessions God’s House Band