“Looking to Jesus, the Pioneer and Perfector of our faith.” Hebrews 12: 2 “The Crestviewer” is published monthly by: Volume 2019, Issue 4 April 24, 2019 Crestview United Methodist Church Senior Pastor: Rev. Kara Eidson 2245 SW Eveningside Dr. Topeka, KS 66614 Organist: Connie Roth Phone: (785) 272-3676 or 272-3702 Custodian: Tony Romero Fax: (785) 271-9551 Nursery Director: Vicki Durr Nursery Assistant: . E-mail: [email protected] Financial Secretary: Michele Turley Web address: cumctopeka.org Asst. Financial Secretary: Marilynn Hiegert We are also on Facebook; search for us by our name. Music Director: Jennifer Bahr-Slocum Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00a-12:30p /1:00p-2:30p Secretary/Treasurer: Terresa Mountain I hope you all had a meaningful and wonderful Holy Week and Easter this year! We estimate we had over 100 children at this year's Easter egg hunt at Crestview. It was an amazing turnout and we are grateful to those who came out to help with this year's successful event. As we enter into the summer season, we will need all hands on deck to prepare for and pull off another excellent Vacation Bible School in July.
We will also be bringing back Worship Lab during the summer months. Just a reminder, Worship Lab is an opportunity to experience more "experimental" styles of worship, and we will gather at 8:30AM on Sunday mornings. Some weeks of Worship Lab are taken from ancient practices, some are a little more modern. Worship Lab Sundays will take place in the sanctuary or the fellowship hall, depending on the activity for the day. Below you will find a schedule for this summer's Worship Lab events.
June 23—Making and Using Prayer Beads* Prayer beads are most commonly affiliated with the Roman Catholic tradition of praying the rosary. However, there is a long tradition of using shorter prayer beads in the Anglican tradition as well. We will make Anglican prayer beads and practice using them. Everyone will go home with a set of prayer beads and a booklet of prayers to use with prayer beads. June 30—Taize Taize is the singing of distinctive and repetitive prayer chants during worship. The music highlights simple phrases that are repeated or sung. The phrases are usually taken from scripture, especially the Psalms. The repetition is designed to help meditation and prayer. This practice of meditative singing as prayer goes back centuries in the history of the church. July 7— Painted Prayer* Ever heard of one of those trendy places where you can drink wine and paint with friends? This is sort of like that, minus the wine, plus grape juice for communion. Those attending will be presented with scripture and invited to paint from the inspiration from the Bible. Even if you feel you have no artistic ability, do you remember how much fun it was to use finger paints as a child? Channel that childhood fun into a spiritual journey. July 14 – Guided Meditation (We recommend bringing a beach towel or yoga mat if you plan to be on the floor.) Guided meditation is a common practice outside of the church as well as within. Many leadership and corporate seminars teach guided meditation as a means for relaxation and stress relief. Those in worship on this Sunday will be invited to find a comfortable position to sit or lie in, and then they will be led through a series of meditations. This guided meditation will be led with an eye towards our spiritual life as Christians and our relationship with the Divine. (continued on page 2) 1 (continued from page 1) July 21 — Prayer Mandalas* Mandalas are used as a practices across multiple religious traditions, and usually consist of a circular repetition of various patterns. We will learn about the Christian practice of creating mandalas as an act of prayer. Materials will be provided for everybody to begin their own mandalas. Once again, no
We need not fear the troubles around us as long as the eye of the Lord is on us. us. on is Lord the of eye the as long as us around troubles the fear not need We artistic talent is needed to enjoy this activity. July 28—Service Church* We will be serving our community as we assemble and then bless the backpacks for our “Back to School” event on Saturday, August 3rd. August 4 — Sculpting Scripture* A truly hands-on worship experience. A passage of scripture will be read, and those in worship will be invited to use the clay and materials provided to sculpt their own vision of the passage. Reflecting on our sculptures will be part of the service. No artistic ability is required and people of all skill levels can have a lot of fun with this service; if you've ever enjoyed playing with Play-Doh, this service is for you. August 11 — Stations of the Cross Stations of the Cross is also an ancient practice across the universal church. While many older churches and cathedrals have stations of the cross built into their architecture or on display as perma- nent artwork in their building, for our purposes, pictures will be hung around the sanctuary remember the last 24 hours of the life of Christ. A scripture guide and prayer guide will help us walk through the experience of the crucifixion together. While this service is most commonly practiced on Good Fri- day, its practice is not limited to the liturgical year. August 18 — Breakfast Church* The first churches that gathered in the first century at a meal, discussed their faith, and might have sung a few songs. There were no sermons and there were no glorious sanctuaries. Crestview will gather together around the table to break bread together, and various themes of faith will be discussed. August 26 — Worship Collages* Various materials will be offered in this worship experience to create a piece that represents your spiritual journey. Because this is simply cut-and-paste, it is an excellent medium for people of all art ability levels. A similar, but more simplified spiritual prompt, will be offered to children who attend this service. * Kids are always welcome at all services and events at Crestview! However, I have put an asterisk by the dates that I think kids will really connect with the activity for the day. Blessings, Pastor Kara Please note: We are refreshing the prayer requests on the white board in the office and in the weekly bulletin & newsletter. Prayer requests will be renewed every 2 weeks with the exception of ongoing critical needs. We hope this keeps us updated and brings our attention to new requests. Thank you. Pastor Kara
Deaths: Paul L. Boatwright (4/6) Ongoing Concerns: Maxine Mennish & Mary Absher, Bill & Ruth Davis’ son; Helen Lindemann’s daughter (Kathy); many folks in our church are struggling with allergies & sinus infections.
Our Men and Women currently serving in the Military: Matt Thompson; JoAnn Montgomery’s grandson, (Jacob Crawshaw); Rick & Laura Anderson’s son (Matt Anderson); Vera Hrabak’s grand- Jonah 2:2 Jonah sons (Jared Hrabak, Joshua Roe & Bruce Hrabak, Jr.); Oleta Schafer’s grandsons (Matt Cavanaugh & Ben Tressler)
Wednesday, May 15th, is the deadline for the June 2019 Crestviewer.
It’s Your Business: Our financial status through March 31, 2019 Bank Balance: $ 64,795.88 Designated Funds: $ 67,172.51 General Funds: $ (2,376.63) Mission Shares {assigned $21,069.00} paid for 2019: $ 1,083.45 Total unpaid Mission Shares for 2019 $ (19,985.55) 2 TOTAL 2019: Budget $ 185,184.15 + Mission Shares $ 21,069.00 = $ 206,253.15 Needed
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on that noon time. it’s the handwriting of God. God. of handwriting the it’s If you are interested in serving in this manner, please give Shirley Postier, 246-2308, a phone call. We serve at the Mission the 4th Tuesday of each month; therefore the next time we are scheduled is April 23. The Mission appreciates this service from the community. To help you in planning your calendar: we serve the following Tuesdays in 2019: May 28, June 25, July 23, August 27, Sept. 24, October 22, Nov. 26 and the decision has not been made as of yet regarding a December date. FEATURED Our “Little Free The Birthday Card box, which is Your Finance Library” on the located on the table in the Narthex, Committee east side of the has a few cards that have remained members are: Church parking for a while. Please, if you’ve recent- Chairperson: David Bitter; lot, is in need of ly had a birthday, OR if you’ve Committee Members: some fiction placed cards in the box, check and
Isaiah 6: 3 6: Isaiah Terresa Mountain, Teresa books for adults, make certain they’ve been picked Tuchscherer, Bob Smith, either paper or hardback as up! It might mean that you need to John Halladay, Janell our supply is getting small- mail them, if you find them in there McKinney & Tom Miller. er. If you have some books after a while. While this is a delight- Please visit with any of you are no longer reading and ful way to give cards to our regular them if you have questions want to clear some shelves attenders/members, it please share. They may be doesn't do the recipient or concerns about the placed in the Little Free much good if they never Church Finances! Library rack in our library or receive them! Thank 4 Thank you. call Joanne Dow at 438-2065. you!!! FROM: Lisa Cain, Director of Doorstep - May 2019 Earlier this year the Topeka Community Foundation announced there would no longer be a Topeka Gives event. In the six years of the event, Doorstep was in the top three for our number of donors each year! In light of the news we wanted to come up with some event of our own to keep the ball rolling! During that time the Topeka Per- forming Arts Center has started the Topeka Day of Giving set for June 12th from 2pm- 8pm. There is no match money involved in this event, but rather a gathering of non- profits in the community in one place. Doorstep will be there, and we will be encouraging, and accept- ing donations at our table on that day. AND SAVE THE DATE... We will have one food sale fundraiser this year! We will take orders for Cinnamon Rolls and Tamales September 6th – 22nd, with delivery the weekend of October 11th. Mark your calendars to stock your freezers! Doorstep’s 2nd Annual Neighbor Helping Neighbor Walk/5K Run is Saturday, October 5th at Lake Shawnee, Reynolds Lodge. Plan to join us in getting some exercise around the lake, and raise funds for Doorstep this October. There will be more information closer to the event! Psalm 38: 15
Doorstep Report 4 April, 2019 Food Room Needs: egg noodles, spaghetti sauce, spaghettios, mixed vegetables, canned fruit and pork and beans Clothing Room needs: men’s shoes and jeans, women’s shoes size 9 and up, purses, king and queen sized sheets Doorstep Annual Banquet: Tuesday, April 23rd at 6:30 pm, First United Methodist Church. RSVP by Monday, April 22nd. Quilt Drawing that night, purchase ticket for $1.00 donation a chance. Program: “What Doorstep Means to Me”. Entertainment by Deo Gloria Choir, Cornerstone Family School. Dinner includes Taco Bake, salad and dessert. A Love Offering will be taken. For Reservations: call 357-5341 by April 22. Tickets from Julia Marsh. Topeka Day of Giving: Topeka Performing Arts Center, June 12, 2pm to 8pm, Topeka Gives through Topeka Community Foundation ended with 2018. Topeka Performing Arts Center is offering an event in its place. Non-profits will have a table during this time and take their own donations. Doorstep will have a table at this event. More information to follow. City of Topeka’ Impact Avenues’: Doorstep will be a part of this new program which centers around decreasing the number of homeless students in our local schools. The program is based on one in Wy- andotte County called Impact KCK. There are currently 750 known homeless students at USD501. Plans will be up and running by August 2019. Families will be able to get many services on one day in one place for housing, food stamps, social security cards, mental health services and more. Cinnamon Rolls and Tamales: Sales will be September 6-22 with delivery the weekend of October 11. Doorstep’s 2nd annual Neighbor Helping Neighbor Walk/5K Run: Saturday, October 5th. At Lake Shawnee, Reynolds Lodge. More information to follow. Crestview March Donations: 106# food. Julia Marsh, Doorstep Coordinator
Mark your calendars and please join us! This was a year when Administrative Tuesday, June 4th from 6:00-8:00p Professionals Day” (formerly known as Fellowship Hall at Crestview UMC “Secretary’s Day”) Wedding Reception for: wasn’t even on my God’s wisdom is given to those who humbly ask Him for it. radar. But I am grate- Josh & Joanne McConnell ful for those who did not forget the day, Hostesses: Sandy Biber, Marilyn Marye & Janell and for the many kind remembrances, McKinney! The “kids” will be visiting from California and fun food, cards, etc. you’ve showered me we would love to shower them with with! Over the years I’ve heard the congratulations from their December words “just a secretary” used, but I have wedding! If you have questions about taken pride in my job here and I am gift ideas, please get in touch with any grateful for all of you!
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2019 Lilies For Mission *From: John & Marilyn Marye *From: Judy Balocca In memory of: our daughter, Nancy Boyer
Faith never knows where it is being led; it knows and loves the One who is leading. is who One the loves and knows it led; being is it where knows never Faith *From: Jim Banks *From: Carole McFarland In memory of: Delores Banks In memory of: Jack McFarland In memory of: Amy Laughlin *From: Gary & Debbie Basom In memory of: Ruth Marie Fromme *From: Charlie & Janell McKinney In memory of: Alex Fromme In memory of: Both our parents - In memory of: Dayle Basom Charles & Dorothy McKinney and Henry & Nellie Allen
In memory of: Phyllis Basom *From: Debbie Miller *From: Jackie Brittain In memory of: my dad, Bob Schafer and in In memory of: Ken Brittain honor of my mom, Oleta Schafer
In memory of: Paul Boatwright *From: Tom & Elouise Miller *From: June Christensen In memory of: Larry Miller
In memory of: Darrell Christensen & Kim Starbuck *From: JoAnn Montgomery *From: Joyce Corbin In honor of: Ted, Barbara, & Rick Montgomery In memory of: my dear husband, Norman In memory of: Sam &Thelma McNeal, & Timothy Montgomery
In memory of: my brothers, Francis & Jimmie *From: Bill Nace *From: Bill & Ruth Davis In memory of: my wife, Phyllis In memory of: loved ones In memory of: loved ones
*From: Ellie Davis *From: Galen & Shirley Postier In memory of: my husband Al, both our parents & in honor of In memory of: our parents my four great-grandchildren In honor of: our sons and their families
*From: Verne & Joanne Dow *From: Pat Ripper In memory of: our parents In memory of: Dick Ripper
*From: Dick & Pat Gorton *From: Oleta Schafer In memory of: our loved ones In memory of: Bob Schafer In honor of: our children In honor of: my family
In honor of: our grandchildren *From: Mike & Cheryl Schuster *From: John & Shirley Halladay In memory of: Bennett & Betty Berggren In memory of: John Hancock, Amelia Halladay, Bill Halladay, *Randy & Mickey Shannon Joshua 21:45 Joshua Ethel (Halladay) Hammer, Peggy (Halladay) Aragonas, In memory of: Merle & Patsy Hubbard Lynnette (Halladay) Green, Emmett Halladay and David Halladay *From: Strobel, Condley, DiGennaro, & Shofe Family *From: Mary Lou Irwin and family In memory of: family In memory of: Clarence Irwin and Susan Irwin In honor of: family
*From: Helen Lindemann In memory of: my beloved husband, Wayne Lindemann *From: John & Carol Weaver In memory of: George & Sally Powell In memory of: my dear son, Mark Lindemann
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