We Faithfully Gather 

This is the Word of the Lord

Thanks be to God! 

*HYMN OF PREPARATION No. 408 “Gift of Love”

A SERMON   “The Power of Love” Carol Walvatne  

 

 

 

And To Be Disciples 

*RESPONSE OF FAITH WITH TITHES AND GIFTS

*Offertory Prayer 

RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS – Patrick and Susan Haub, Tom and Carla Studer

Congregation’s Welcome: We rejoice to welcome you as members of Christ’s

holy church and bid you welcome to this congregation of The United Methodist

Church. With you we renew our vows to uphold it by our prayers, our presence,

our gifts and our service. With God’s help we will so order our lives after the

example of Christ that, surrounded by steadfast love, you may be established in

the faith, and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal.  

*HYMN FOR DEPARTING No. 664 “Sent Forth by God’s Blessing”  

*THE BENEDICTION

*A TIME FOR GREETING  

*MUSIC FOR DEPARTING 

 

 

JOYS AND CARES  

Prayers for Marsha Touhey and Mona Ervin who both had surgery this past week.

Prayers for Dave and Virginia Watkins who are traveling in Israel for three weeks.  

To add your joys and cares to our church’s PRAYER CHAIN call Marge Noble

(952-470-1526) or Lawana Lewis (952-442-1610). 

 

MUMC Welcomes New Members

May 13, 2001 

Patrick Haub: Patrick grew up in Roseville and attended Mounds View High School. He then graduated from St. Thomas and became a salesman for a freight forwarding organization. His job took him to Chicago and South Bend Indiana. He left this position just two weeks ago and is now working in the insurance industry. Patrick’s hobbies include golf, fishing, sports, traveling and camping. He and Susan met while on a ski trip in Colorado after college. 

Susan Haub: Susan lived in Minnetonka until junior high when her family moved. She graduated from Waconia High School and St. Cloud State University. She has been in the insurance industry for several years and is now an agent for State Farm. They moved back from Indiana two years ago. Susan is now taking time off until June 1^st to be home with their 7½-week-old baby, Henry Patrick. She enjoys antiques, reading, traveling, cooking and camping. The Haubs began attending this church because Susan’s parents, Dave and Dorothy Gustafson were founding members, and Susan was confirmed at MUMC. 

The Patrick and Susan’s sponsors are Karn and Jay Juusola. 

Carla Studer: Carla lived in Hopkins until 8^th grade and graduated from Norwood Young America where her family moved. She attended the University of Minnesota where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in business and where she and Tom met. She worked at Rosemount, Inc. for 15 years and then made a decision to stay at home with their two girls, Sara, 11, a 5^th grader at Groveland School, and Laura, 8, a 2^nd grader. Carla’s hobbies include camping, biking, skiing, swimming, anything outdoors. 

Tom Studer: Tom graduated from St. Louis Park High School and the University of Minnesota with a business degree. He worked in public accounting as a CPA. Eight years ago he joined LeJeune Investment, Inc. as the VP of Finance. He enjoys outdoor activities as well, especially golf. He and Carla have been married 18 years.

They decided on MUMC as a church home because they felt comfortable and welcome here, and also like the church service. 

The Tom and Carla’s sponsors are Virginia Bell and Steve Tornio. 

 

WORSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTS 

NEW MEMBER RECEPTION: Please join us in welcoming our new members as we gather in the Fellowship Hall after the service.  

NEXT SUNDAY our Worship Service and Sunday School classes for children and youth will begin at 9:30 a.m.! The scripture lessons for the day will be Acts 16:9-15, Psalm 67, Rev. 21:1-10, 22:5 and John 14:23-29. You will be missed if you are not here!  

THE ALTAR FLOWERS this Sunday are presented by Judy Sunderland in honor of Geoff and Eric Sunderland and in recognition of adoptive mothers everywhere. 

TAPE COPIES of church services are now available in the Fellowship Hall immediately following each service. The tape can be borrowed or purchased. Look for the sign “Service Tapes” or see John Dodson. 

SHEPHERD MINISTRY: If you know of a shut-in that could benefit from a visit, if you are going through a difficult time or are in need of support, please call Carol Reinhart, our Shepherd minister (952-941-0634) or one of our pastors, Carol Walvatne or Bob Zeimes (church: 952-474-4114). 

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

GRADUATION RECOGNITION: If someone in your family is graduating this spring, please let the church office know his/her name, what school they graduated from and where they plan on attending and/or the degree completed. Please have names in the office by June 6. 

ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC: Come one, come all to the Annual MUMC Picnic! All members and friends, adults and children, are encouraged to come for an afternoon of food and outdoor fun. Bring something for the grill and a side dish to share. For more information contact Guy Childress at 952-475-2313.

When: June 3 from 11:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Gro-Tonka Park 

SAFE CHURCH POLICY FORMS are on the table outside the Sanctuary. In order to help with all-church mailing costs, please sign your name on the clipboard when you pick up.  

 

 

ADULT STUDIES 

FAITHLINK TODAY! Today we will discuss what it means to be a United Methodist in a post denominational world. In the last ten years there has been a significant growth in the number of individuals that belong to independent congregations that are not affiliated with any particular denominations. FaithLink is an open forum for the discussion of issues of current interest and how we can connect our faith to our everyday lives. There is no study or preparation needed. Every Sunday the topic is posted on a “white board” near the entrance to Fellowship Hall.  

EXERCISE CLASS: Classes will be Tuesday & Thursday mornings for one hour starting at 9:15.m. Wear clothes to exercise in and shoes with good support. Bring water to drink, mats for the floor, a set of hand weights (3-8 lb.) and resistant bands. Call Julie Courtney at home 952-401-8619 or at work 952-934-0931 for more information. Come and refuel your spirit. 

 

UMW ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

 

SPRING RUMMAGE SALE SET-UP STARTS TODAY!!! All week we will be organizing your donated “treasures” for the Annual UMW Rummage Sale scheduled for next Saturday, May 19. Volunteers ( men and women) are needed for set-up today and throughout the week. All-church participation is encouraged as proceeds go to the UMW mission projects…this is well worth your time! For further information contact Gail Wiczek at 952-476-1349! 

 

EXTRA EXTRA!! PLANTS AT THE RUMMAGE SALE ! On Saturday, May 19 in addition to the Rummage Sale and in lieu of the annual Plant Sale, UMW will be selling hanging baskets furnished again by John Tucker. Also, extra perennials from church members’ gardens will be offered…so start potting your extra perennials and bring them to church on Thursday or Friday, May 17-18 and leave them by the front door with each plant “labeled”. 

OUT TO LUNCH BUNCH will meet Wednesday, May 23 at 11a.m. at the church to carpool to Lord Fletcher’s. Call Sally Nelson by Monday May 21 to make reservations (952-974-8090). 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH NEWS 

KINGSWOOD DAY CAMP: Please be sure to sign up your child for Kingswood Day Camp. Children in K – 4 are encouraged to join us in this fabulous experience. This year we are going to day camp with other local churches, such as Excelsior, Hopkins, Golden Valley and Edina. 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: VBS dates at MUMC for kids age 3 - through those entering grade 5 will be held July 30 – Aug 2 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Please note that VBS this year is a 4-day experience. 

NURSERY HELP: Volunteers are still needed to help with the nursery. In order to continue providing this service, we need a Nursery Coordinator and individuals to help during the worship service. Please sign up in the nursery if you are interested in assisting with our nursery care. Any questions please contact Carol Weber at 474-4114 or 470-0629.  

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS: Our sign up sheet for summer Sunday school teachers for the toddlers and the 3-and-4 year olds is still quite bare! Please sign up today on the sheet posted on the resource room door!  

TEACHER APPRECIATION: We will be recognizing all individuals who have helped teach during the 2000-01 Sunday school year on May 20.  

 

CHURCH STAFF

Carol Weber - Director Christian Education and Youth Ministry

Jane Rannow - Organist