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Leadership Workshop - January 2012

Resources for Sue Mallory's presentation

Vision for an Equipping Church - This document is to be used in conjuction with Sue Mallory's presentation.

Sue Mallory Biography

 

Roles and Responsibilities

The documents below detail the roles and responsibilities of Ministry Teams and Standing Committees.  They are in PDF format and may require installation of Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Ministry Teams

Children's
Congregational Care
Music and the Arts
Outreach
Servant Ministry
United Methodist Women
Welcoming
Youth

Standing Committees

Church Council
Finance
Lay Leadership
Legacy Ministries
Marketing
SPRC
Stewardship
Trustees

 

Feedback

Ministry by the People Evaluation - Please print and, after attending the Leadership Workshop, complete this form.

Mission Vision Statement

The purpose of Outreach Ministry is to lead the people of St. Andrew to be aware of social inequity and human need in the Denver metropolitan area, and throughout the United States and the world. We seek to use our resources to meet needs such as education, homelessness and hunger through engagement locally, nationally and globally. Our goal is to meet critical needs and instill hope in others in ways that make self-sufficiency possible. By doing so, we grow in discipleship, as we are called by Christ to do.

Upcoming Schedule of Events

 

 

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Town Hall Meeting Information

Town Hall Meeting Information

Town Hall FAQ

 

Mission/Purpose Statement

Church Building and Front Office Policies & Procedures

Building Closure Policy

Church Office Procedures

 

2011-2012 Pathways Catalog

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Online Resources

 

Class Registration

 

 

 

 

REGISTRATION:  Classes are listed by date on the website registration page so click on class registrations, scroll down to find your class, click register and then 1) if you are a member, your user name is your email address and your password is the number assigned to you. If you have forgotten that password number, click on forgotten password and it will be sent to you via email. 2) If you do not receive snail mail from St. Andrew please sign in as a new user. You will be added to the database for future registrations.

 

Outreach Ministry Opportunities - Current Needs

Books for Bricks
Do you love books? Want to help Habitat but can’t swing a hammer? Help raise funds for the next Habitat Interfaith Alliance Home build by working a shift at the book sale or attending the sale to buy books. Located  at First Universalist Church, 4101 E. Hampden Ave., Denver, CO 80222 on February 6-12, from 10 am – 6 pm daily and open until 9 pm on Wednesday, February 8.

Denver Asset Building Coalition is a newly forming partnership with St. Andrew UMC to assist low-income people such as single moms, parents who have lost their jobs, immigrant families who may not speak English, and people with disabilities file tax returns. Improper filing results in thousands of families leaving millions of dollars on the table. Denver Asset Building Coalition ensures that people keep their hard earned money by properly filing tax returns, ensuring access to all relevant credits, and quick refund receipt as well as encouraging saving a portion of that refund for the future. Volunteers are needed to greet and screen applicants; training (4 hours) is provided but no tax experience necessary. Visit the DABC website or call Karen Black at 720-865-2433 or email: volunteer@DenverABC.org.

Interfaith Hospitality Network
Would you like to take part in a mission, but not leave town? Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer with your children or other family members, but find yourself too busy to commit much time? Here is your opportunity: The Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) at St. Andrew.

Rotating with other churches in our community, we partner to provide room and board for prescreened families who are experiencing homelessness. IHN is a comprehensive program designed to temporarily help families while they "get back on their feet." By volunteering for IHN, you are helping keep families together. 

Volunteer opportunities include: contributing a dish for a meal; setting up the guest rooms; providing evening or Saturday entertainment; driving the IHN van to the day site in the morning or evening for guests without transportation; or playing games with the guests' children - just to name a few! St. Andrew’s next rotation is Sundays, February 19-26.  We need your help now.

You are integral to the success of this ministry at St. Andrew - Sign up today!  Call or e-mail Steffany Toppin, 303-973-2265; Angie Hoffman, 336-307-0775; or Karin Parker, 303-470-2831.   Sign up at the Outreach table in Fellowship Hall.

We’re using VolunteerSpot (an online sign up and reminder tool) to schedule our upcoming IHN rotation activities.  Please sign up -  here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:

1) Click this button to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot:

2) Enter your email address. (No registration required!) Please note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone or send spam emails.

3) Sign Up! 

Note:  If you have trouble accessing the site or prefer not to enter your email address – please email Steffany Toppin and I can sign you up manually.

 

JustCare Bag Ministry
 JustCare Bags are pre-made bags containing nonperishable food, small hygiene items and crew socks. Every Sunday you can go to Fellowship Hall at the Outreach table to pick up a bag, store it in your car and when you see a homeless person standing on the street corner, pull out a bag and give it to the person while exchanging first names and wishing them a good day. You can also donate supplies for the bags, or serve on a team that assembles bags on Sunday mornings outside Fellowship Hall. Watch for JustCare Bag Ministry needs on the Sign Me Up on the back of the Sunday bulletin.  Acting as the disciples did, we can carry JustCARE bags into the entire Metro Denver area to do the work that Jesus calls us to do. RETHINK church by bringing the church to the people. Contact Heidi Parish, 720-206-5733.

Loaves and Fishes

Help multiply our gifts of food and toiletry items for the Depot by shopping strategically using coupons.  Drop off your intact coupon inserts from the Sunday paper in the Depot. Contact Jacquelynn Pleis

Outreach Depot

Beginning February 1 the Depot is collecting:

• Nonperishable items for food banks
• Cake mixes and clean, plastic containers (like Cool Whip containers) for StreetReach clients to take left-overs with them.
• New thermal underwear for adults and new or gently used boots for adults and children.

New adult wool socks and new or slightly used ski-type gloves and winter head coverings for Stout Street Clinic.

Prison Mentor Ministry
A new program at St. Andrew to connect caring mentors who seek to facilitate the transformation of prisoners and their reconciliation to God, family and community.  Working in partnership with Denver Inner City Parish (Project Renew) and the Turnabout and Thresholds programs, our mentors work with recently released felons as they re-enter life after prison.  Mentors form helping relationships with mentees to assist them in securing all available services to enable them to become an integrated part of society.  Contact Patrick Hellman, 303-807-6990

TLC Meals on Wheels
Enhance the quality of life for the fast-growing senior segment of the population as well as for persons with a wide variety of disabilities. Without the meals provided to them, they would be on public assistance or in a nursing home. At this time TLC is seeking substitute drivers who can fill in when a regular driver is unavailable. Continuity of meal delivery is critical for these folks. An orientation can be arranged when St. Andrew identifies a group of volunteers. www.TLCMealsonWheels.org or contact outreachadminteam@st-andrew-umc.com for more information.

Do you like St. Andrew Outreach?
Outreach Ministry is now on Facebook. Please “like” us on your FB page and encourage your friends to do so as well. The person with the most followers will win a free lunch at Cheesecake Factory! Type: Outreach at St. Andrew in your homepage search box; then click on the thumbs up like/icon. All Outreach happenings are posted regularly to help you stay in the loop.

Out(reach) to Lunch
This is an opportunity to have a high impact experience with low commitment exposure to become aware firsthand of the many ministries that St. Andrew Outreach supports with funds and volunteers.

Do you know where the homeless go to get assistance? That would be DenUM (Denver Urban Ministries). Ever watched Stout Street Clinic in action as they provide healthcare to the poor, seen how Streetreach feeds hundreds of hungry folks a hot, nutritious meal on weekdays?  The Out(reach) to Lunch group will visit these agencies and others on Monday mornings, dates to be determined.  Merry Monday childcare is available in the Children’s Learning Center for an hourly rate for four hours.

We will have lunch at SAME Café which offers daily selections that are made fresh, using organic ingredients. Instead of a cash register, a donation box is available for customers to pay what they feel their meal was worth, or to leave a little more to allow someone who cannot pay to enjoy a meal. Diners who do not have enough money are encouraged to exchange an hour of service for food. Check out www.soallmayeat.org.

Go one time or visit all the agencies. We guarantee the experience will change the way you view local mission work. Contact Marylou Cate at 303-468-6869 or outreachadminteam@st-andrew-umc.com.

 

Outreach Ministry Opportunities - Ongoing Needs

Adopt-a-School/East Elementary
There is an ongoing need for volunteers to help tutor students grades 3-5 with reading, spelling, and math homework on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Contact Cheryl Houser at chooser@115@hotmail.com.

Bridgeway
This agency focuses on homeless young women ages 16-21 who are pregnant or parenting. They are looking for people to train to teach life skills, participate in work days, and do general household maintenance. Contact MaryAnn Forman at 303-969-0515 x15.  The Depot always accepts donations of diapers for the babies and toddlers.

Colorado Aids Project
CAP works to prevent HIV infection and to improve lives affected by HIV/AIDS. They need volunteers to help with reception support, employment and training center and special events. Contact Ruth Pederson at 303-837-0166 for more information.

Denver Urban Ministries
DenUM needs volunteers to greet clients and provide referral information; do client intakes and be a jobs services receptionist. DenUM receives a fee every time someone uses the website shop@igive.com or the search site Good Search.

Fair Trade Ministry
We sell organic coffee, chocolate, and tea raised by third world farmers to help them be self-supporting. Fair Trade items are sold every third Sunday in Fellowship Hall before and/or after the 9:00 and 10:30 am worship services. Contact Jill Kucera at 303-220-1567.

Inter-faith Community Services
IFCS provides basic human services and enrichment programs to low-income people. They need volunteers to drive seniors to medical appointments and do pickups using their van. Contact Sandra Blythe-Perry, 303-789-0501.

Pay It Forward
You can purchase $10 worth of food for someone who needs help and most likely, someday that person will pass the favor on. Pay It Forward boxes are in Fellowship Hall on 4th Sundays. The food will be delivered to an area food bank for you. This is a convenient way to feed the hungry in our community. Contact Martha Thompson at 303-470-9241.

Urban Peak
Volunteers who care about homelss and runaway youth are needed to help them make the difficult transition from at-risk youth to mature, self-reliant adults.  For current volunteer openings, contact Steven Hughes at 303-974-2910.

 

Outreach Classes

Loaves and Fishes
Help multiply our gifts of food and toiletry items for the Depot by shopping strategically using coupons.  Drop off your intact coupon inserts from the Sunday paper in the Depot. Attend a strategic shopping class to learn how to use coupons effectively to assist with your family’s budget. Contact Jacquelynn Pleis

Prison Ministry: Mentoring 101 will be held at the Denver Inner City Parish
Tuesdays, January 24-February 14, 2012; 7:00-8:30 pm. Pastor Richard Lewis, who has worked with ex-offenders and others in his deliverance ministry for ten years, will lead a four-week training program for people wishing to learn about this vulnerable population. If you are interested in exploring mentoring an ex-offender, contact Patrick Hellman, 303 807 6990 or visit the Outreach page on the St. Andrew website.

Engaging Spirituality
Question: How do we live graciously with the holy tension between feeding bodies and tending to our souls?
Answer: We do so by locating our lives in the space between love of God and love for our neighbor.
Engaging Spirituality is the new spiritual deepening program by JustFaith Ministries for small groups to explore the intersection between contemplative presence and social action, as it is lived out in our own lives. It offers daily practices for living deeply (a contemplative life) and loving broadly (a compassionate life). This small-group process includes 21 weekly sessions, two retreats, immersion experiences,  a commitment to personal outreach, spiritual practices, reading, journaling and discussion. Engaging Spirituality may be right for you if you are longing for a deeper relationship with God and the world. Six texts will be used throughout the 21 weeks, and will be available in class. For more information contact Jeri Dwyer, 303-468-688.

 

Young Adult Group

Check back soon for upcoming events and activities!

 

Legacy Ministry Archive of Articles

You can view the Legacy Ministries' articles published in St. Andrew UMC's monthly newsletter.  Please note that these must be viewed using Adobe Acrobat, which can be downloaded here.

Who We Are Is Greater Than What We Have “What matters most in life, more than anything else?” by Mick Kingston (August 2011)

Life Has Many Financial Choices - Choose wisely! by James LaFemina (July 2011)

St. Andrew Permanent Endowment Fund ...A Lasting Gift Contributing to Our Church’s Ministries by Mick Kingston (April 2011)

Durable Powers of Attorney: What Are They and How Can They Help You? by Woody Herring (March 2011)

Hospice by Rev. George E. Dunn (November 2010)

Securing Your Future with Retirement Living by Angela Green (October 2010)

Long Term Care Insurance – Should You Care? by James LaFemina (June 2010)

Roth IRA Conversion: What Is It and Is It Right for Me? by James LaFemina (April 2010)

Life Insurance: What You Need To Know by James LaFemina (January 2010)

 

United Methodist Women (UMW)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All About United Methodist Women

United Methodist Women is the largest denominational faith organization for women in the world. For more than 140 years we have been women organized for mission in the Methodist Church. Today, it is an exciting, dynamic organization with over 800,000 members of all ages and life stages, whose mission is education, spiritual growth, fellowship, leadership development, and social justice. Members raise up to $20 million each year for programs and projects related to women, children and youth in the United States and in more than 100 countries around the world.

United Methodist Women is an official organization of the United Methodist Church. It is open to any woman who chooses to belong and commits herself to our Purpose. You do not need to be a member of St Andrew to participate.

At St Andrew, we have quarterly General Meetings for our entire membership, and various small groups (Circles) that meet regularly. Childcare is available for most of our events with one week’s notice to the Childcare Coordinator at 303-794-2683, ext 126. Information about meetings and events is available in the Sunday bulletin, The Messenger newsletter, on the UMW bulletin board in the Adult Education hallway, and at the UMW table in Fellowship Hall. St Andrew United Methodist Women are over 180 women strong and growing. We invite you to join us and be a part of this exciting women’s ministry. For more information, contact President, Jean McHarge at jeanmcharge@gmail.com or 303-903-5671.

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Programs, Seminars and Information

We continue to develop comprehensive programs on estate and financial planning issues, including asset preservation topics, such as identity theft and long term care,  as they affect your personal well being and life stewardship.

Calendar of our programs and other related activities:

More coming soon!

Archive of articles prepared by Committee members for the St. Andrew Messenger, sorted by date of publication.

We encourage you to check out the web site of the United Methodist Foundation - Rocky Mountain Conference for their many available stewardship services.

 

Second Sunday Speaker in worship – February 12

The Second Sunday Outreach speaker in worship on February 12 is Caroline Schultz, Community Relations Director for Denver Urban Ministries (DenUM). Every day at Denver Urban Ministries, families in CRISIS get emergency food, rent or utility assistance, or infant items to help with basic needs. Through Job Services, they find STABILITY and opportunities to move from dependency to self-sufficiency. They are provided with case management; phone, voicemail, and computer access; uniforms; and transportation assistance. DenUM’s focus on education and advocacy seeks community TRANSFORMATION. Donations of food, volunteer assistance, and financial support are all appreciated. For more information, contact Caroline Schultz, Community Relations Director, 303-350-5066. http:///www.denum.org 1717 E Colfax Ave. Denver CO 80218

 

UMW Cherry Cobbler Dessert Sale

Sunday, February 12, 8:30 - 11:45AM. Cherry Cobblers will be sold for $10 each. Gluten free desserts will also be available. The money raised will be used toward the St. Andrew UMW's various mission projects which have included United Methodist Committee on Relief, Interfaith Hospitality Network, Denver Urban Ministries, The Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center, InterFaith Community Services, Warren Village, and House of Hope.

 

Bible for Beginners

Tuesdays, January 17 - February 21 from 7:00-8:30 pm.

This class will be led by Dr. Harvey Martz, Rev. Cindy Bates and the newest addition to our pastoral team, Rev. Dale Fredrickson. This will be a great opportunity for you to get to know Dale and his enthusiasm for the Bible. This class will include: where we got the Bible, the strengths of various translations, and the overarching themes of the Bible. Students will see a picture of how the entire Bible fits together and you will gain an overview of the chronology and history, as well as getting a great foundation to enter any other Bible classes offered at St. Andrew.  

 

Social Justice Classes

Prison Ministry: Mentoring 101 will be held at the Denver Inner City Parish

Tuesdays, January 24-February 14, 2012; 7:00-8:30. Pastor Richard Lewis, who has worked with ex-offenders and others in his deliverance ministry for ten years, will lead a four-week training program for people wishing to learn about this vulnerable population. If you are interested in exploring mentoring an ex-offender, contact Patrick Hellman, 303 807 6990 or visit the Outreach page on the St. Andrew website.

Just Desserts

Join us for Just Desserts on 3rd Fridays, through May, in the chapel for Social Justice’s film series, discussion and dessert. Sometimes provocative, always informative and helpful. Contact Heidi Parish or Daryl Shute.

All showings start at 7:00 pm on Friday in the chapel and are followed with desserts and moderated discussion.  Caution: Some of the films have content not appropriate for children.  Questions or ideas?  Contact Heidi Parish, 720-206-5733 or Daryl Shute, 303-903-0653.

 

Just Desserts 2011-2012 Schedule

February 10 - Bag It

This is a touching and often funny documentary about how we use and abuse plastic. The film is an eye-opening look at the environmental and health dangers posed by the global use of disposable, non-biodegradable plastic products. Told with wit and humor, Bag It follows “everyman” Jeb Berrier as he embarks on a global tour to unravel the complexities of our plastic world.  

March 16 - The Story of Citizens United

Since the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2010 Citizens United ruling that corporations have a “right” to spend unlimited money influencing elections, we have overwhelming evidence of the damage done to our democracy.  This short film explains the ruling, its fallout and why we need to overturn it.

April 20 - The Better Life

Carlos Galindo, a simple, decent, 40-year-old Mexican man, doesn't ask much from life - just to keep tending the yards of L.A.'s wealthy and to give his estranged son Luis a better life than he had. But when a business opportunity that would have allowed him to take control of his destiny is stolen from under his nose, his life is thrown into chaos. 

May 18 - I Am

Ace Ventura director Tom Shadyac takes a sharp left turn in the documentary I Am. After a bike accident that results in cuts, bruises, and a concussion, he sinks into a depression, and considers the state of the world. He wonders why it's in such a mess, and decides it's because of aggressively competitive people like him: Americans who strive to amass wealth at the expense of their well being, their interpersonal relationships, and the environment that sustains them.

 

B.S.A. Pack 870

By Allen Amis

The purpose of the Boy Scouts of America is to provide an educational program for boys and young adults to build character, to train in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness.  Pack 870 is a new Pack sponsored by St Andrew,  and our Mission is to have fun, encourage advancement, provide regular opportunities for the completion of rank requirements, hold monthly outings, attend yearly summer camping and high adventure opportunities, and maintain a close connection to the Scout Oath and Law.  Here are some thoughts about the scouting program from St. Andrew’s Director of Children’s Ministry, Christy Boyle:

 

Dear Families,

I am excited to let you know about a wonderful opportunity for you at St. Andrew!  St. Andrew has chartered a Cub Scout Pack, which will meet here at St. Andrew once each month.  Scouting at St. Andrew is a natural fit because Scouting encourages members to explore their faith through their faith community and to be involved in a spiritual journey. While the pack will not have its primary focus on religion, it will invite the members to be part of our God and Me, and God and Family program that are offered to the children of St. Andrew.

As the parent of a former Cub and Boy Scout, I cannot stress how important the Scouting organization was in the formation and development of my son John. Through his involvement in the scouting program starting in 1^st grade, I saw him develop character, responsibility, loyalty and friendship. As he was surrounded by a diverse group of boys, he learned about making good decisions (which included a safe place to experience failure and from those failures sprang opportunities for learning); the importance of belonging to a group and what it mean to be loyal and accountable (yet it provided opportunities to say no to group pressure); and, as he said, “having a LOTS OF FUN with my peers, which are the fondest memories of growing up!”

As John and I reminisced today about Scout, he added that he credits the Boy Scout organization for instilling:

• Life skills
• Responsibility, respect, integrity and reverence
• Leadership

Along with the above, John and I both agree that he was directly influenced by the Cub and Boy Scout Leaders and Scoutmasters, who nurtured, challenged and encouraged him to grow.   These men and women were a large part of the village that helped to raise John!  

Christy Boyle

The monthly Pack meetings are tentatively scheduled for the 2^nd Tuesday of each month, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at St. Andrew, so please join us.  Watch for information about a new Pack website soon. For more information, please contact CubMaster, Allen Amis, 303-319-4911.

 

Adult Classes

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Sunday Morning @ St. Andrew

Great Figures of the New Testament
Sundays, September 25-March 25, 2012; 8:00-9:00 am in room B251. You may think you already know all the great stories of the Bible, but often they are misted over by centuries of common misperceptions. This class offers a fresh look at the fascinating cast of characters in the greatest story ever told. Led by Dr. Bob Eilert.

 

Ongoing Classes

Monday Noon Book Group  Resumes Monday September 12 from Noon – 1:30 pm in room B243. If you enjoy reading and want to be inspired and challenged by a welcoming, well-read community, this may be the book group for you! Books are chosen by the group and cover a wide range of topics and writing styles. You will find the discussions lively, insightful and spirit-filled. We read and discuss small sections of the book, so even though we meet weekly, we do not read a different book each week. (In other words, weekly reading assignments are not too taxing!) We would love to have you join us. Come for the book and stay for the community!

Sisters: A Bible Study for Women  Wednesdays, September 7, 2011-May 16, 2011-we will not meet Nov 23, Dec 21 and 28 from 9:30-11:30 am. This gathering for women of all ages brings together different perspectives of life and how we can joyfully grow in faith.  Short-term studies allow new members to join throughout the year and to participate according to interest or availability.  Join us for the year or pick a study that suits your interests and time availability. Led by Christy Boyle.

Women's Spiritual Growth Group  Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11:30 am in room B243. Women of any age are invited to join the Wednesday morning Spiritual Growth Group, as we focus on learning and growing in our relationship with God and with one another. We read and discuss several books throughout the year with time spent in learning, sharing and support for the spiritual journey. Led by Jenny Ricklefs.

Quantum Faith  (Meets in B245 Sundays, 7:00-9:00 pm) St. Andrew’s Quantum Faith group explores the intersection between science and spirituality through book studies and weekly discussion. If you enjoy the connection between your heart and your head as part of your Christian journey, you will find a group of fellow seekers in Quantum Faith. Leaders:  All who attend, facilitated by Bob Tipton.

Experiencing Christian Freedom: Begins Sunday, January 15, 2012, 9:00 am in room B249. Many extol the idea of freedom, but not many have the audacity to grasp it. In this class we will: name the bogus notions of what freedom is, learn from Jesus and Paul what freedom really is, ratchet up our courage to seize and experience it,--- and enjoy doing it !!  This class is always open to new people, so come and check us out! Led by Fred Venable, retired United Methodist pastor who worked with Harvey Martz at Littleton UMC.

Meeting God in our Transition Times: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays; beginning Tuesday, January 17 in room B249 from noon – 2:00pm bring your lunch.  In "Meeting God in our Transition Times" beloved author and spiritual guide, Joyce Rupp, invites readers to search more deeply for their authentic selves in fuller union with God.  If your spiritual journey craves contemplation, journaling, healing music and insightful discussion -  this is the group for you. Led by Christine Dozal and Mary Webster.

 

Travel and Retreats

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NEXT ISRAEL PILGRIMAGE!

The next St Andrew pilgrimage to Israel will occur late February, 2013. The group will be limited to a maximum of 35 persons. Join us to visit the most important sites of the Bible and of our faith. You will come back never being able to read a flat page Bible again. Please watch for future details and join the 150 other St Andrew members over the past few years whose lives have been transformed by this deeply spiritual event of travel in the Holy Land!

 

Other Opportunities

Disciple Bible Study - An in-depth, 9-month program to help persons develop a biblically informed faith. Through individual study and weekly group discussion and reflection, Disciple is about transforming lives and equipping persons to faithfully live as disciples of Jesus Christ. We offer Disciple I, II, III & IV and Jesus in the Gospels.  Class groups enjoy stong bonds developed during this extended time of study in community.

 

What We’re About

The Youth Ministry at St. Andrew strives to provide a caring church home and family for youth (6 grade – 12 grade) from more than a dozen different schools, built on friendly acceptance and positive energy, where youth can learn, grow, serve, and reach out to others with faith, passion, kindness and generosity. 

 

Purpose

To provide challenge, nurture, and support for the men of St. Andrew UMC.

The ministries available to men offer a variety of opportunities for fellowship, spiritual growth, service, and outreach. We are an emerging and growing ministry within our congregation, and are striving to provide men with ways to become involved, share in fellowship together, use their talents, deepen their personal spiritual lives, give time to help others and support our church physical needs.

 

St. Andrew Children’s Learning Center

9203 S. University Blvd.	Phone: 303-794-0510
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126	Fax: 303-794-2852

 

Director - Marcia Whitney    mwhitney@st-andrew-umc.com 
Asst. Director - Jen Goins      jgoins@st-andrew-umc.com

 

Our Children's Learning Center welcomes all children from ages 1-5.  At St. Andrew, we prepare children for elementary school while making the most of each day. We believe that a young child wants to learn. We provide the opportunity for your child's learning skills to expand while having marvelous fun in a Christian setting!

Your child will learn that they are unique and special individuals to be valued. Development of a good self-image, positive self esteem, and independence will be encouraged.

Your child will learn to share toys, attention and time while learning to get along with other children and adults. Music will be experienced through listening, singing, dancing and responding to rhythms. Your child will have the opportunity to experss individual ideas and feelings through developmentally age appropriateactivities.

Children will gain a new security and independence in the world outside their own home. Your child will meet many people contributing to an overall sense of well-being as well as group belonging.

Children will play, because play is a child's work. Play is the way children learn best, and we provide equipment and guidance for optimum learning experiences in the child's world.

St. Andrew Children's Learning Center admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, and scholarship policies.

We value the trust you have shown in choosing St. Andrew Children's Learning Center for your child. The CLC office is always open. Please feel free to stop by for any reason.

 

What is The Matter Project?

The Matter Project is a dynamic after-school outreach for high school students in the greater area of Centennial, Colorado. We offer structured classes and activities that youth are able to participate in at little, to no cost. The majority of our programming is geared towards the arts, however, all programming is structured to develop specific and quantifiable skills and talents as we allow our youth to develop their voice through creative application. In practice, this means that every activity demonstrates an applicable skill that can either be applied in the youth’s future educational and vocational career, or be incorporated within the realm of a healthy lifestyle.

Why an after-school program? National studies show that the peak hours for juvenile crime are between 3pm and 6pm. Also, students who participate in after-school programs are 60% more likely to graduate from high school, and are three times less likely to experiment with drugs, alcohol, and sexual activity. It is vital that youth have a positive outlet in which to spend their after-school hours productively.

Our aim is that involvement in our program would result in increased attendance at school, lower drop-out rates, and decreased experimentation with drugs and alcohol. We are here to engage the community in assisting our youth to become dynamic contributors of our society at large, while also helping to develop key skill-sets that will set them on a path to confidence and success.

The Matter Project: A Place to Grow. A Place to Matter.

Fellowship Opportunities

Dinner with Friends

Dinner with Friends is a great opportunity to meet new St. Andrew friends! A group of six to eight adults dines together once a month. This is a short-term commitment (four months) and doesn’t take a lot of your time, but you’ll really benefit from getting to know more St. Andrew members on a more personal basis. We have several types of groups from which to choose: the Traditional-All Ages in homes, Dining Out-All Ages, Dining Out for Young Singles, and Dining Out for Couples with Young Children, Dining Out for ElderSingles, and Dining Out for Widow(er)s. The Traditional Group is typically eight persons with each household taking a turn hosting a meal in their home once during the four months. The host provides the main course and the other members of the group contribute other parts of the meal. In the Dining Out format, groups of six persons rotate the responsibility of choosing an area restaurant to sample each month. It’s a great opportunity to get a sitter and enjoy stimulating adult conversation. The Dining Out for Young Singles groups are designed for persons who are younger than 35 and single. The Dining Out for Couples with Young Children is for parents of pre-teen children. Dining out for ElderSingles is designed for persons 50+ who are single or divorced. And, last but not least, is the Dining Out for Widow(er)s.

For more information, contact Valerie Miller, vmiller@hrcaonline.org, 303-791-4618.

Dinner with Friends Form

Prime Time

Prime Timers are retired people who meet for lunch the second Friday of each month, September – May.  We enjoy our time together by meeting at 11:30 am, in the West Gathering Space and dining on a delicious meal provided by Martha Thompson, a super cook, for $5.00 a person. If you enjoy good food and fellowship, come meet the group. All are welcome. Please contact Shirley Long for more information.

Moms Like Eve

A new group is forming and will meet 1st and 3rd Fridays. Just like Eve, none of us is perfect, but we can learn from her example and each other as mothers, women and followers of God. This group fosters friendships through support, learning about exciting new trends and revisiting tried-n-true methods. We will learn from speakers, discussions and outreach. Please join us June 18 for our Welcoming Pot-Luck Brunch. Your children are cared for by loving caregivers (one week notice required).

Seafarers

"Our Mission is to provide Christian fellowship, service, and support for St. Andrew and the community"

These groups meet to offer Christian fellowship, service, and support for our church and community. These groups provide a great opportunity for both old and new members of St. Andrew to be together in a small group setting for social or service-related activities. Current groups include: Friend Ship, Fellow Ship, Kin Ship, and Relation Ship. Contact Rev. Dale Wood (303-794-2683) for more information on joining one of these groups.

Softball League

PLAY BALL!
Softball season! Our Men’s Softball team plays ball three seasons. We are always looking for the “boys of summer”, even in the winter! If you think grass on your knees and the sun in your eyes sounds like fun then this is the team for you. We play in a D-Rec league on Sunday afternoons at Cornerstone Park, corner of Belleview and Windermere, in Littleton. The spring season runs from the beginning of April until mid-May; summer will begin the first of June and go until mid-Aug; and the fall season is Sept-Oct. There are weekly games, plus a playoff. This is a great opportunity to get some exercise and get to know a few other guys in the church. There are no tryouts, and all men 18 and over are welcome to play. So dust off your cleats, oil your glove, and contact John Parisi.

Spring Softball
Registration is now underway for our Men’s Spring Softball league. It is a six game season with a playoff tournament. Contact John Parisi, 303-707-1664, for information.

St. Andrew Annual Camping Trip

Watch here for Summer 2012 Camping Trip dates.

Nordic Explorers

We are gearing up for another fun ski season. Our group is a fun loving bunch that enjoys being outside in God’s great creation to cross-country ski or snowshoe. We ski every other Saturday starting January 7, 2012 (except Washington’s holiday weekend) for day outings to the mountains. We would love to have you join us for a fun-filled day of skiing and fellowship on and off the trail. Some skiing experience is necessary, but snowshoers of all levels are welcome. Contact-Dottie Tarvestad, 303-796-8267.

Men's Snowhounds

Meet men with similar interests in the white outdoors of winter by joining a men’s snowriding group. Weekly trips are organized to various nearby ski areas with travel arranged via carpooling or shuttle bus. Trips are mostly on Saturdays and are coordinated to include lunch, and usually dinner on the way back. Contact John Parisi through the church office (303-794-2683).

 

Fair Trade

FAIR TRADE COFFEES, TEAS, CHOCOLATE BARS, COCO MIX and BAKING COCO are sold every 3rd Sunday in Fellowship Hall.
This ministry helps small farmers in underdeveloped countries by using co-ops to gain better pricing and distribution of their products. There are several new teas being offered, so stop by and check us out. Join us in being “fair” to small farmers and their families.

 

Links to Internet Resources for your Personal Financial & Estate Planning

If you have any additional links to suggest please send your comments to LegacyMinistry@st-andrew-umc.com.

The IRS has created a very nicely done page entitled “IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Donations” at IRS Newsroom

UMC Resources

Rocky Mountain Conference, United Methodist Foundation – The Methodist Helping Methodist Fund, investments and loans.

Rocky Mountain Conference UM Foundation Planned Giving Site (all about planned giving and planned giving news)

Personal Financial Planning

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy webpage that focuses on personal finance topics, including articles, calculators, and tools you can use to analyze a home purchase

Mymoney.gov is the website of the U.S. Financial Literacy and Education Commission with basic information for consumers on a variety of financial topics and including links to government online financial calculators.

MSN MoneyCentral has very useful personal financial management materials, including recommendations for the prevention of identity theft

Investing Basics – A short course in the basics of investments

TurboTax for the Web – Information on planning your income taxes, retirement and investments with basic income tax calculators

Identity Theft – From the Federal Trade Commission on how to protect yourself

Retirement, IRA, College and other Financial Planning calculators – online calculations

Calculators for Investments, Mortgages & Household Finance & Mortgage Info – From Mortgage-Calc.com

Home Refinancing Calculators – Various financing and refinancing options for your home

Canadian Living –  articles on personal financial planning, savings, scholarships, planning with spouses

Retirement Planning

IRA Questions and Answers – From the Internal Revenue Service

RothRetirement.com – provides a Roth FAQ and a series of brief videos explaining traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, and the possibility of converting from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA

Estate Planning

Revocable Living Trusts – Explanations and Analysis (informative materials from various organizations)

Wills, Why You Should Have One – from the American Bar Association

Protecting Your Property – American Bar Association; Wills, Powers of Attorney & Trusts

Videos for PBS produced by the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel – “Death and Taxes,” “Disability Strikes”,  “Life and Death Decisions” and "Tax Implications of Estate Planning"

Elder Resources

Colorado Long Term Care Partnership is a public/private group to enable the purchase of long term care insurance

The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel links to websites addressing advance directives, Medicare, dying and grief, retirement, information for caregivers, Medicaid, end of life issues and Social Security

 

Congregational Surveys

2010 Congregational Survey

2011 Congregational Survey
2011 Congregational Survey Summary - Strategy Planning Session

 

Creating Christ’s Caring Community

 

 

 

 

Congregational Care Prayer - February 2

 By Barb Wilkinson

Dear God, yesterday I was hanging my coat on a hanger at work and it made me think of "who else has had a coat hang on this hanger and what was their story?" This time of year we have lots of opportunities to use hangers, may we pause to be thankful for the coat we wear and the story of who else has used the hanger. May we feel you wrapped around us like a warm coat. Amen

 

St. Andrew Green Team

Are you interested in joining St. Andrew’s Green Team? We have ideas: Eco-Justice Section in the St. Andrew Library, “Big muscle” activities for young and old, Seedlings for Peace tree planting for young and old - Sunday, May 6----What would YOU like to see St. Andrew’s Green Team doing? Our first meeting is Sunday, March 11, 11:30am, Rm. B249. Sound like fun? Join us. Contact Joy Jamison, 303-937-0872, jnlparkies@comcast.net

 

2012-2013 Registration Information

St. Andrew Children’s Learning Center (CLC)
Weekday preschool program for children ages 1 through Pre-K, is hosting Information Sessions for new families interested in the August 2012–May 2013 term. All sessions meet at 10:30 am in room A103; Thursday, January 12, Wednesday, January 18, Tuesday, January 24 and Monday, January 30. Registration forms for the 2012-2013 school year are available now and due by January 31 for all families. Contact: Marcia Whitney or Jen Goins, 794-0510.

2012-2013 Registration Packet

 

Social Justice Committee

Come learn about current and vital social justice issues and actions you can take to address the root causes of injustice. All are welcome to attend our regular meetings on the 2nd Sunday of each month, 4:30–6:30pm. For information, please contact Jeri Dwyer, Chairperson.

For More Information: Hunger Issues / Eco-Justice / Fair Trade / Peace Issues / SJ Classes

 

Beginnings

Learn more about this congregation, the Christian faith, the Methodist tradition, the Bible, and how or where you might connect with others. The following courses are designed to be foundational in your education/spiritual formation experience.

St. Andrew Orientation Dates:

 

Sundays, January 29 from 11:45 am-2:45 pm – lunch included

 

 

What We Do

The following are ongoing events that take place during the regular school year, August – May. In the summer, we do things slightly different, but have just as much fun. Check out the “This Week for Youth” to see what we are doing this week!

TALKIN' ABOUT GOD (T.A.G.) is one of our Sunday morning "Sunday School" program. We meet in the Youth Zone at 9:00 am to study topics that relate to faith, church, and our lives. Youth are involved in large and small groups as they explore topics in creative ways.

REEL TIME: KEEPIN’ IT REAL is the 10:30 am Sunday school option, featuring a video clip, scripture study and discussion on the topic of the day, which teens can relate to their everyday lives.

THE HOLY PRETZELS Youth Choir rehearses Sunday afternoons, sings often for Sunday morning worship and the participates in either a major production of choir tour every summer.

CONFIRMATION CLASSES are offered for students in 8th grade and up, starting in February and continuing through November. Classes are held Sunday evenings 6:00-8:00 pm with a companion parent class scheduled at the same time. For more information, please call the youth office.

BREAKFAST GROUPS Middle school breakfast groups meet each week with transportation provided to neighborhood schools. Options include 

Tuesdays 7:00 am McDonald’s Broadway & Mineral, for Littleton students 
Tuesdays 7:30 am Panera Holly & Orchard, for Cherry Creek students 
Wednesdays 6:50 am Panera on South University, Highlands Ranch 7th & 8th graders
Wednesdays 7:05 am Einstein's in Bellview Square for Campus and Creek students
Wednesdays 7:50 am Panera on South University, Highlands Ranch 6th graders

High schoolers meet Fridays 7:00 am, Starbucks on South University, Highlands Ranch high schoolers  

Youth purchase their own meal and are encouraged to invite friends. They share fellowship, devotions and prayer and are driven to school in a church bus or private vehicle.

HIGH SCHOOL MEAL FELLOWSHIP groups meet for lunch from area high schools (call the youth office for specifics) and each Wednesday evening 5:30-7:00 pm with separate groups for high school guys and girls.

YOUTH BIBLE STUDIES include Wednesday evening Youth Disciple and Just Youth (ongoing classes, 7:00-9:00 pm) and DIBS (drop-in Bible study) 7:00-8:00 pm each Wednesday.

 

Links to Information on Financial Matters for Youth

Gallo Consulting – Articles on family financial management and teaching life stewardship to children, by Jon & Eileen Gallo, authors of Silver Spoon Kids.

College Savings Plans Comparison – a chart from the Motley Fool Web site

College Savings Programs – Specific for Colorado residents (section 529 plans)

IRS Publication 970 – Tax Benefits for Education (requires Adobe Reader)

The Sallie Mae site – Preparing for college, selecting a college and information on obtaining and managing student loans.

Fastweb – A site for discovering available College Scholarships, from the Denver Post

Babymint and Upromise offer rebates on purchases made through various retailers and channels them into college savings programs, such as 529 plans or Coverdell accounts.

Youth and Money – Online financial game playing

 

Upcoming Sessions

The Matter Project, a ministry of St. Andrew, continues its mission of providing free, creative-based classes that teach our youth gainful vocational skill-sets, while also enhancing and validating the voice of every participant. In the coming months, we have four primary courses that study particular individuals who have made a name for themselves in the fields of graphic design, music production, culinary application and promotion & marketing. Each week will be spent dissecting what makes these entities successful, through both hands-on creation of similar work, while also providing each participant the opportunity to create their own work based on the tested methodologies of others.

Upcoming classes include:

• Learn How to Design like Shepard Fairey
• Learn How to Produce like Pretty Lights
• Learn How to Cook like Bobby Flay
• Learn How to Promote like Rise Records

These sessions are open to any youth 13-18. We are able to accommodate a variety of needs and experience, and even if your child has yet to delve into the arenas listed above, we'd love to have them present. We only ask that you please RSVP to nicholas@thematterproject.org, as we'll want to ensure that we have enough materials on-hand for each course.

The Matter Project strives to create an environment in which creative aptitude encourages community and future-planning on behalf of our youth.

The Matter Project 2012 Q1 Calendar

 

Events and Retreats

Heart to Heart: Get to Know Your Heart Health Fair
Sunday, February 12. Sponsored by St. Andrew Health Ministry team. Guest cardiologist speaker, Mediterranean heart healthy lunch, raffles, AED (automated external defibrillator) training and more! Save the date. Watch for more details on Congregational Care table in Fellowship Hall, and see below. Contact Kimberley Krapek for more information.

Meet the Autho
Kathy Walker, author of The Loving Family Tree, will hold a “Meet & Greet” Sunday, February 19, 9:00 am - noon, Rm. B239, with readings of the book at 10:10 and 11:40 am.  The book will be offered at a discount to St. Andrew members and friends, and 10% of all proceeds will be donated to St. Andrew’s Rainbows ministry. Illustrations from the book by Kathy’s daughter, Kendra, will also be on display in the Adult Wing Art Hallway. This children’s book is a touching, true story of childhood memories and shared family love that emerged during a time of loss.

Enjoy Café Mon Ami and Help St. Andrew Congregational Care Ministry – offer now good Sundays only.
The Café’s offer that helps St. Andrew’s Congregational Care Ministry is now good on Sundays only. Pick up a coupon at the Congregational Care table in Fellowship Hall or at the Reception or Welcoming Desk, present it any Sunday you go, and Café Mon Ami will “give back” 10% of your tab to St. Andrew’s Congregational Care Ministry. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at this French Restaurant any Sunday. The café is close by and the address is listed on the coupon. 

 

Chocolate Swirls Valentine Concert & Dance

Saturday, Feb. 11, from 7:00-9:30 pm.
Proceeds will benefit the Music Ministry of St. Andrew.
Tickets: Advance $25 per couple; $15 single; Door: $35 per couple; $20 single.

Come enjoy a night of dancing and Jazz with friends or with your Valentine. Last year’s dance was such a great hit we are back for more. The evening features the Jazz Cookers Dance Band and there will be planty of great music to get your toes tapping and a smile on your face. Come enjoy a night of dancing and Jazz with friends or with your Valentine. There will be plenty of room to cut a rug as well as tables available for a night of music and conversation. The night includes chocolate fountains, fresh bakery goods, and ... did we mention chocolate? Buy tickets at the Music and Arts Ministry table in Fellowship Hall, in the church office or online here.

For a taste of the music you’ll hear from the Jazz Cookers Dance Band, visit their website at www.jazzcookers.com.

 

 

Columbarium

St. Andrew United Methodist Church is planning a columbarium to be located in the Memorial Walkway north of our new sanctuary.  It will hold the cremains (ashes of cremated loved ones) in secure, stainless steel niches, all within a low granite and masonry wall with a beautiful view of the mountains to the west.

For more information, please stop by or call St. Andrew United Methodist Church at 303-794-2683. You may also contact mark Rudnicki at 303-798-4394, or Midge Lange at 303-973-4169.

 

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Lenten Recitals 2012

Lenten Recitals 2012 Half Legal Ad

Do you know the difference between charity and social justice?

Charity; Social Service * Private, individual acts * Responds to immediate need * Provides direct service: food, clothing, shelter * Requires repeated actions * Directed at the effects of injustice: symptoms

Justice… Social Change * Public, collective actions * Responds to long-term need * Promotes social change in institutions: i.e. changing corporate policies, legislative advocacy * Resolves structural injustice * Directed at the root causes of social injustice

Click here to download a copy of our brochure

As guided by the Social Principle of the united Methodist Church and the teachings of the Gospel, join us in learning about the complicated issues behind social injustice and change offered through the following subcommittees:

Hunger Issues / Eco-Justice / Fair Trade / Peace Issues / Classes and related offereings

 

Ongoing Programs and Activities

Throughout the year a variety of opportunities are provided for men to participate in:

3rd Saturday Breakfasts 

Enjoy a great breakfast prepared by our men ($5.00) on the third Saturday of each month (September – May, excluding December) beginning at 8:30 am in the West Gathering Space. Meet other St. Andrew men over breakfast and fellowship. An inspiring and inspirational program with speakers is provided each month. We are through by 11:00 am leaving you with plenty of time for other activities. Bring a son/dad, friend or neighbor and join us each month! Contact Rev. Dale Wood at church or via email.

“3rd Saturday” Breakfast and Program
February 18, 8:30 am. “Have Gavel, Will Travel: Tales of A Circuit-Riding Judge” Honorable Frank Plaut, Senior Judge, Colorado, gives us his perspective of what it is like from ‘behind the bench, and shares stories of how some persons work hard at maneuvering the law to benefit their personal situations. You are in for awe, humor, and amazement! Judge Plaut graduated cum laude from Northwestern University; Phi Beta Kappa; Fulbright fellowship for graduate study in Germany; Harvard Law School; past president Colorado Bar Assn.; Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers; appointed to Colorado District Court in 1996, and as a senior district court judge in 2005. Breakfast $5.00. Come early for coffee and fellowship. February “Bring It to Breakfast” Items: Jars of jelly (no peanut butter, please); individual packs of chips; bananas; white socks! Sandwiches will be prepared Sunday and taken to Civic Center Park for the homeless. Mark the date - Men’s Spring Retreat – April 13-15, 2012!

Serve on the Men's Grill Team
This group enjoys fellowship together while cooking "Picnic on the Patio" meals on one Sunday each month (May-September) for the congregation following worship services. They also cook meals for different organizations within the church, as well as community events. Profits raised during the year are used to support the various outreach projects and ministry events of the church. Contact James Lingle.

Softball Teams
Spring, Summer, and Fall church teams are formed each year. This is a great opportunity for some exercise and good fellowship. Registration is now underway for our Men’s Spring Softball league. It is a six game season with a playoff tournament. Games are played on Sunday afternoons, April – May. All games are played at Cornerstone Park in Littleton, on the northeast corner of Belleview & Windermere. Contact John Parisi, 303-707-1664, for information.

Ski Groups
A neat way to get up into the mountains and enjoy the awesome beauty of Colorado with others from the church. 

Men's Snowhounds - Our Snowhounds are already enjoying a fun snow season. They have had two weekend events and a few day events. If you like to ski or snowboard we welcome you to join us. We plan trips on a Saturday or a weekday. All ages, levels and abilities are invited. Contact John Parisi, 303-707-1664.
Nordic Explorers - Cross country skiing and snowshoeing (for men and women). Contact Dottie.

St. Andrew Train Club
Our groups of enthusiastic model train lovers set up their displays during the year in conjunction with other church activities sharing their trains for children of all ages to see. Contact Bill Kittle.

Also, from time to time our men enjoy participating in other activities including:
Book/Bible Studies           Special work projects              Retreats                Church work projects
 
For more information, to express your interest, or to sign up for any of our programs, contact Rev. Dale Wood at 303-794-2683.

 

Reading Program

United Methodist Women have a long tradition of education and study. Together with the annual School of Christian Mission, the Reading Program keeps us up-to-date on the events, the people, and the needs of the world around us. Each year United Methodist Women recommends a diverse selection of books to broaden our exposure to a variety of concepts. The Reading Program encourages members to think critically about current issues. It offers an excellent opportunity to deepen our spirituality and to broaden our understanding of our mission work. Each year 40-50 new books are recommended. There are seven categories of books and four reading plans. Books from the previous five years may be read for credit so there is an extensive list from which to choose. Each person who completes a reading plan receives a certificate at the District annual meeting.  St Andrew UMW has a selection of books to lend and complete information about the Reading Program in Room B241.

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Pre-School Class Openings

2011-2012 Preschool Openings:

- Limited openings - call for details (303)794-0510

 Our Preschool and Children's Day Out Programs are conducted five days a week, Monday through Friday 9:30am - 2:30pm 

 

2012/2013 Monthly Fees:

- One Day - $143.00
- Two Days - $286.00
- Three Days - $429.00

2012-13 Program Options

Children must be 12 months old AND walking by June 30, 2011 to attend St. Andrew CLC

All classes are 9:30am - 2:30pm - Program will run from August 13, 2011 thru May 17, 2012

• One day Option (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
  Children born 1/1/10 - 6/30/11
• Two Day Option (Wednesday/Friday)
  Children born 1/1/10 - 6/30/11
• Two Day Option (Tuesday/Thursday)
  Children born 7/1/07 - 6/30/11
• Three Day Option (Monday/Wednesday/Friday)
  Children born 7/1/07 - 12/31/09

 

- A music/creative movement class is offered Tuesday thru Friday for all ages
- Age appropriate Bible Story for all ages daily
- Guests (Dental Hygienist, Firefighters, etc) are brought in for special presentation to enhance curriculum
- Spanish & Computer class offered for children 4 & 5 year old children
- Children present a Christmas and Spring Program for parents

 

Techniques of Giving

Ways to Give to Your Church’s Permanent Endowment Fund

In addition to annual pledges, many church members choose to provide lasting support for Saint Andrew United Methodist Church through a planned gift to our Permanent Endowment Fund.  Contributions to the Permanent Endowment Fund may be designed to match the congregant’s personal goals and help to support the church’s mission.  Such gifts may be made in any of the ways described below.  Income and gain from gifts to the Permanent Endowment Fund may be earmarked for a special purpose or may be given to the fund for application to the general purposes of the Church. 

The Permanent Endowment Fund will be professionally overseen.  You may direct how the income and gain on your contribution to the Fund will be applied and the initial value of your gift will be permanently maintained by the Fund.

Here are some ways you can make a planned gift to the Saint Andrew United Methodist Church Permanent Endowment Fund.

1. GIFT OF CASH - Cash gifts may be deducted for one year, or over six years, up to 50% of your adjusted gross income.  Cash pledges may be given, and paid annually for a period of years.
   
   
2. GIFTS OF SECURITIES - For giving stock or other publicly held securities Download the Document for Stock Transfer to St. Andrew.  Appreciated stock, held by you and/or your family for more than one year, makes an excellent gift to Saint Andrew.  You may avoid capital gain taxes and receive a charitable tax deduction of up to 30% of your adjusted gross income for the full market value of the stock when it is given.  As to securities with a built-in loss you may wish to sell it to realize the loss and give the proceeds to St. Andrew. 
   
   
3. BEQUEST THROUGH YOUR WILL - Your last will and testament, or revocable living trust, is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting gift to Saint Andrew and remind your loved ones of your faith.  You may make a bequest to the Church by providing for a dollar amount, a legacy of specific property, a percentage of your estate, or the residue of your estate after specific legacies to family and others.  Such a legacy is deductible for estate tax purposes and may serve to reduce your estate tax.  A simple codicil to your will may be sufficient for this purpose without rewriting your entire will.
   
   
4. CHARITABLE TRUSTS - You may create trusts with a prescribed amount payable to yourself during life, and with the principal thereafter going to Saint Andrew.  Or the reverse, with an annual payment to Saint Andrew, and the principal after a prescribed period returning to you or your heirs.  We will be glad to furnish you with more detailed information about such trusts, upon request.
   
   
5. CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITIES - You may purchase an annuity with a guaranteed fixed income payable to yourself during your lifetime, and with the remaining balance passing to Saint Andrew at your death.  Annuity rates are based on your age at the time of the purchase of the annuity.  Individuals age 50 and older may begin receiving payments immediately.  An immediate charitable income tax deduction is available for a portion of the cost of the annuity.  We will be also glad to furnish you with more detailed information regarding such annuities.
   
   
6. GIFTS OF LIFE INSURANCE - Gifts of life insurance to Saint Andrew can be made either by designating the Church as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy, or by assigning ownership of a policy to the Saint Andrew Permanent Endowment Fund.  Beneficiary designations alone will produce no income tax deductions, but may remove the proceeds of the policy from estate taxation in your estate.  Assignment of a life policy having a current cash value may give you a current tax deduction for the cash value of the policy.  Annual charitable income tax deductions may be allowed for premium payments you make on a policy owned by the Church.
   
   
7. RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS AND PENSION PLANS - Retirement plan assets may be subject to income and estate taxation levels that minimize their benefit to your heirs.  All, or a portion, of retirement plans, or IRAs, not required for the comfortable support of you or your loved ones, may be given to Saint Andrew with proper beneficiary designation and planning.  There are particular advantages to charitable gifts from retirement plans and IRAs for certain tax years under the Pension Protection Act of 2006 and later legislation.  Such distributions may be designated directly to Saint Andrew with no income tax cost to you.  Because of the income tax costs upon distributions from retirement plans a gift from such plans may be one of the lowest-cost ways to achieve your charitable giving goals.
   
   
8. REAL ESTATE - For some individuals, a gift of land, such as farmland or a dwelling may be a preferred means of charitable giving.  You may receive an income tax deduction for the full market value, minimize capital gain taxes and remove the property from exposure to estate taxes.  One option is to make an outright gift of real estate and an interest in it, such as use of a house, for life.

 

These gifting possibilities are not the exclusive means of gifting to the Saint Andrew United Methodist Church Permanent Endowment Fund.  They may be combined in various forms and other means are available.  You will want to consult with your professional advisors as to the benefits of these plans, the tax consequences of the type of gift you are considering and how they can fit into your estate and financial planning.

 

Childcare at St. Andrew

For children and their parents provided by CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions trained staff for all worship services, St. Andrew classes and meetings. Classes, meetings and events must be scheduled one week prior to event.

Reservations are not required for worship services, but children MUST be registered:

Registration Form: Download PDF

Contact:
Susan Brown

 

Health Ministries

• The St. Andrew Health Ministry is focused on mind, body, and spirit connections.

• A wide variety of classes are offered including Yoga, Adapted Yoga (please see below), advanced directives, cancer resources, Sacred movement, Medicare information, caregiver classes, and Alzheimer’s information. Please look under Support Groups, Classes, Events and Retreats, and Resources.

Heart to Heart: Get to Know Your Heart Health Fair

Sunday, February 12. Sponsored by St. Andrew Health Ministry team. Guest cardiologist speaker, Mediterranean heart healthy lunch, raffles, AED (automated external defibrillator) training and more! Save the date. Watch for more details on Congregational Care table in Fellowship Hall and see below. Contact Kimberley Krapek for more information.

"Pump Up Your Heart Knowledge"
Sunday, February 12, 8:00 am - Noon. Learn your cardiovascular risks, fun giveaways, great raffle prizes. Drop in to see us located up on the stage in Fellowship Hall and learn all about heart health. Sponsored by Health Ministries Team. Watch for more details on Congregational Care table.

"Ask-The-Cardiologist"
Lecture, discussion and lunch. Noon-1:00pm. With Cinthia Bateman, M.D., South Denver Cardiology. Join us for a delicious Mediterranean heart-healthy lunch and ask your questions. Room 250-2. RSVP is appreciated on the sign up sheet at Pathways desk in Fellowship Hall. 

"AED - Automated External Defibrillator - Informational Session and Training"

Learn how to use this life-saving, easy-to-use device. After lunch in Gathering West. Save the date! Contact Kimberley Krapek for more information on any of the above, 303-933-1979.

• Health Screenings: We’re changing  free blood pressure checks to every month now – every 3rd Sunday, Rm. B269.

• 12-Step Programs such as AA, SA and S-anon and others meet here. See 12-Step Programs below or check the church calendar or call the office for dates and times.

• Broken leg? Need crutches or a wheelchair? Did you know that the Saint Andrew Health Ministries Team has assembled donated Durable Medical Equipment for you to borrow? The items have been checked over and are ready for you to use! All you need to do is ask at the Receptionist’s Desk (or Welcoming Desk on Sundays) and sign it out! One item that we do need is a rolling walker with a seat. (Thanks, but right now, we do not need any more canes, crutches or wheelchairs)

We currently have:

• Wheelchairs
• Walkers (standard and knee)
• Bath Benches
• Commodes
• Elevated Toilet Seats
• Canes (several types)
• Crutches

• Blood Drive: Give the gift of life by donating blood, Saturday, February 25, 2012, 8:00 am - Noon.  Sign up at the Congregational Care table in Fellowship Hall, or contact George Coon, 303-794-3830 to reserve a time.

 

Leadership

Click here to download the Self-Referral Form

Church Council

Highest leadership body of the church. Includes Clergy, Chairs of standing committees, Executive directors, and representatives from Program ministries, lay, and youth.  Defines DNA of St. Andrew. Provides direction and motivation in strategic planning to meet the vision and mission of the church.

Chair - Allen Amis
Vice Chair - Dani Stang
Finance Chair - J.R. Casner
SPRC Chair - Roxane White
Trustees Chair - Dave Willetts
Lay Leader - Rebecca O’Neal & Brad McNealy
Sr. Pastor - Harvey Martz
Sr. Associate Pastor - Cindy Bates
Associate Pastor - Dale Fredrickson
Exec. Dir. Operational Ministries - Chuck Curtis
Exec. Dir. Program Ministries - Cindy Bates (interim)
Lay Member to Annual Conference - Bev French
Youth Representative - Caitlin Riggs
Program Ministries Representatives (2)
     Staff - TBD
     Lay - TBD
Focus Ministries Representatives (2)
     Marketing - Chuck Borgman
     Stewardship - Keith Gallaway
Secretary - Mary Lou Cate

Delegates to Annual Conference

Bev French
Rebecca O'Neal
Caitlin Riggs (Youth)

STANDING COMMITTEES:

Finance

Provide direction and leadership for the financial well being of St. Andrew that support the vision and mission.  Develop and implement financial policies and procedures, manage and administer the church’s financial resources, and develop and monitor the annual budget.  Strong communication, financial analysis and accounting skills are helpful.

Chair - J.R. Casner
Donna Lance	Dave Willetts	Mike Hazenfield	Lay Member
Keith Galloway	Roxane White	Jennifer Havercroft	Brad McNealy
Chuck Curtis	Cindy Bates	Allen Amis
Harvey Martz
Ex-Officio: Stacie Wheelis - Director of Finance

NOTE: Finance Committee is not structured in "classes" as are the other Standing Committees.

Board of Trustees

As officers of the “corporation”, responsibilities include planning, maintaining, and supervising all matters relating to the real and personal property of the church, including long range planning and risk management, that supports the vision and mission.

Chair - Dave Willetts
2012	2013	2014
Linda Lautenbach	Joe Huey	Chris Thompson
Mike Mosier	Bob Eilert	Mitch Hankins
Karen Depretis	Dave Willetts	Colleen Heldt
Ex-Officio: Chuck Curtis -  Executive Director Operational Ministries

 

Staff-Parish Relations Committee (SPRC)

Support the vision and mission of St. Andrew through service as the human resources body of the church to guide, teach, and mentor ordained clergy and staff.

Chair – Roxane White		Vice Chair – Mike Yeater
2012	2013	2014	Lay Member
Mike Yeater	Nancy Hopf	Tom Zeleny	Rebecca O’Neal
Woody Herring	Bob Jones	Mark Heldt
Roxane White	Nancy Williams	Mike Cate
Ex-Officio: Harvey Martz, Cindy Bates, Dale Fredrickson and Chuck Curtis

 

Lay Leadership

Supports the Church vision and mission as it identifies, develops, deploys, evaluates and monitors Christian spiritual leadership (other than paid staff).  Communicates with established Committees and Ministry Area Leadership Teams to determine needed volunteers.  Match individual’s gifts and interests with opportunities to serve.

Chair – Harvey Martz (Sr. Pastor)
2012	2013	2014	Lay Member
Barb Wilkinson	Larry Hofmockel	Tom Kucera	Rebecca O’Neal
Karen Alexander	Abby Jane Casner	Judy Mugler
	Judy Bynum	TBD

 

Stewardship

Supports the Church vision and mission through inspiring generosity among the congregation in giving of their time, talents and resources to serve the congregation and community at large.  Help plan and implement the annual Financial Stewardship Campaign.

Chair – Keith Gallaway
Richard Davidson	Jo Proett	Cathy Dunwoody
Gail Wells	Keith Gallaway	Bill Secrest
Wilma Anderson	Kathy Walker
Ex-Officio: Harvey Martz – Senior Pastor

 

Marketing and Evangelism

Supports the Church vision and mission by providing direction and leadership for marketing efforts at St. Andrew. Develops and implements a marketing plan to reach out to our surrounding community and enhance the general awareness of St Andrew. Strong communication, creative analysis and high-level marketing experience is helpful.

Chair - Chuck Borgman	Cathy Dunwoody	Alan Case
Tom Kucera	Chuck Curtis	Kathy Kilmer
Steve Starliper	Carol Johnson	Cindy Bates

 

Legacy Ministries

Provide resources, education and management of the donated gifts or bequests from the congregation.  Disseminate information to the congregation about pre-retirement planning, the importance of wills and estate planning, and develop a planned giving policy and endowment program that supports the St. Andrew vision and mission.

Chair – Mick Kingston
Woody Herring	Claire Young	Don Kelley
Benita Creacy	James LaFemina	Mike Welch
Jim McCallen	Donna Crislip
Ex-Officio: Executive Director, Finance Committee Representative, Stewardship Committee Representative, Board of Trustees Representative

ADMINISTRATION

 Shirley Tidd, Office Manager

Offering/Donation Counters
Work with a team on Monday mornings
(one month at a time or one Monday each month) for about 3 hours.  Training provided.

Mail Courier
Deliver bulk mailings to Post Office.

Office Assistant
Assist with activities in and around the church office on an as needed basis.

Sunday morning Receptionist
Answer the telephone in the church on Sunday mornings during worship times

On Call Receptionist
Answer the telephone in the church office while the receptionist is away.

Newsletter/Messenger Team
Collate and label The Messenger for the third Thursday of each month.

Mailings Team
Collate and/or label items for mailing on an “as needed” basis.

Bulletin Assembly
Serve with a team on Friday mornings to “stuff” the inserts into the Bulletins for Sunday worship.

General Labor & Maintenance
Assist with maintenance including repairs, painting and grounds keeping. Room set-up/take-down, etc

Grocery Certificates
Sell Grocery Certificates on Sunday morning between services.

 

Lenten Festival Choir Experience “Mozart Requiem”

Good Friday, April 6th, 2012 at 7:30 pm
The Requiem will be presented as part of the Good Friday Service

The Mozart Requiem was written in 1791, the last year of Mozart’s life, as a commissioned piece to commemorate the anniversary of the death of Count Franz Walsegg’s wife. Eventually, the dying Mozart came to identify his own mortality with the work, believing he was writing the Requiem for himself. The Requiem was unfinished at his death and was later completed by one of Mozart’s students. The service will feature an orchestral arrangement of What Wondrous Love Is This by Roberts. Also included for the Festival Choir and for this service will be a stunning arrangement of Bach’s Chorale O Sacred Head Now Wounded for clarinet, organ and choir arranged by Robert Leaf.

The Festical Choir is a wonderful wat to sing with the adult choir on a short-term basis when your schedule does not allow a year-round commitment. The Festival Choir rehearses with the Charles Wesley Choir from 7:15 to 8:15 pm. To participate in the Mozart Requiem Festival Choir experience, please contact Mark Zwilling, speak with any of the Music & Arts staff, or come to the first Festival Choir rehearsal on February 15!

Click here for a listing of downloadable audio tracks.

Mozart Requiem Festival Choir Rehearsal Schedule

Wednesday, February 15 7:15-8:15 pm

Wednesday, February 22 Ash Wednesday  (No Festival choir – CWC Rehearsal after service)

Wednesday, February 29 7:15-8:15 pm

Wednesday, March 7 7:15-8:15 pm

Wednesday, March 14 7:15-8:15 pm

Wednesday, March 21 7:15-8:15 pm

Wednesday, March 28 7:15-8:15 pm

Saturday, March 31, 9:00 am–Noon  Dress Rehearsal

Wednesday, April 4 7:15-8:15 pm

Friday, April 6 Call time 6:00 pm, Concert 7:30 pm

 

The Cherry Creek Chorale presents “Joyful Gifts – Celtic Bluegrass II”

Joyful Gifts is on Saturday, March 10 at 7:30 pm. The concert Features Reckless Abandon, The Centennial State Pipes and Drums and The Celtic Harp Society. This is the Chorale's very popular biennial Celtic celebration of the music of Ireland, Scotland, and especially, Wales including selections from the Broadway hit Billy Elliott.

The Cherry Creek chorale is proud to be one of the premier choral organizations in the Denver Metro area. The Chorale, under the direction of Brian Patrick Leatherman, performs some of the world's greatest choral music, singing a varied repertoire from well-known classics to contemporary works including several commissioned works.

Cherry Creek Chorale - JoyfulGifts_Poster 2012

 

On Our Literature Rack

Check the Literature Rack in Fellowship Hall. You’ll find Bibles, books Harvey has recommended, texts for classes, devotional material (free), books on spiritual topics, on grieving support, on social justice, on parenting and many other topics. Come and browse.

New on the Literature Rack:

Love Wins by Rob Bell
Many Christians struggle with the concept of either the loving God or judgmental God.  Has god created this diverse world of humanity to only allow a select few to live an afterlife in Heaven and condemn the rest to Hell?  What if the concepts of Heaven and Hell are radically different from what we have been taught?  Explore these divisive issues with best selling author and Pastor Rob Bell.

Final Gifts by Maggie Callanan and Patricia Kelley
Maggie Callanan and Patricia Kelley have been hospice nurses for more than a decade.  The authors share their experiences to help us understand how to listen, love and care for our dying loved ones. Learn how to listen to the dying and ease their journey home and ease your letting go.

Disciplines – A Book of Daily Devotions 2012 by Upper Room Books
Fifty three writers from various Christian traditions guide through daily scripture reading and reflection for the year 2012.

 

Circles

Our Circles provide an opportunity to learn, laugh, and share God’s love with other women on a regular basis. We nurture and support each other as we grow in our understanding of Christ. You do not need to be a member of a Circle to participate in UMW.

Daytime Circles

Agape Circle - meets the 3rd Tuesday, 10:00 am. There is a variety of ages but this group describes themselves as “An active circle, in the second half of our busy lives.” Join them for interesting programs, outreach, and the option of lunch after the meeting.

Coffee and Conversation - meets the 2nd Wednesday, 1:00 pm.  A senior group, whose purpose is “to Nurture, Support, & Educate Members and to Support Mission.”  A variety of programs, conversations, and yummy desserts.

Friendship Circle – meets the 3rd aturday, 9:00 am, at Holly Creek Retirement Community, 5500 E Peakview Avenue, Centennial. This is our longest-running Circle. Since its move to Holly Creek, the Circle has grown! Be a part of this caring group of women.

Evening Circles

Circle of Joy – meets the 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 pm. For women of all ages, this group includes fellowship, spiritual growth, and outreach. Join them for interesting discussion, programs, and fun.

Women of Purpose – meets the 2nd Thursday, 7:00 pm. A group of employed women of all ages, they discuss current issues & interests. Programs, outreach, and fellowship help them grow and learn.

Craft Circles

Piecemakers – Piecemaker's Quilting Circle will have a short meeting at 10:00 am, Sundays February 12, Rm. B243, and March 11, Rm. B249, for returning completed items and picking up new kits. Contact Peggy, 303-470-6774 or Maureen, 303-738-8333 with questions or for more information. Our quilting group meets the 2nd Sunday, 10:00 am, to turn in quilts made at home. We also meet the 4th Thursday, 2:00-5:00, to sew. Feel free to join us to sew, or pick up a kit and sew at home. We make quilts for baptisms of children 36 months and younger. Older children receive pillow cases made by Piecemakers. The quilts and pillow cases are offered as a reminder that as they grow in Christ, children are wrapped in God’s love and the love of their church family. Other items also are made as needed. Anyone interested in becoming part of this group can call Peggy, 303-470-6774 or Maureen, 303-738-8333 with questions or for more information. No quilting experience necessary.

St Andrew Stitchers – meets the 1st & 3rd Fridays, 10:00-12:00 pm. We knit and crochet “comfort items” for our congregation and community. We also have yarn and supplies available for those who wish to work at home.

For more information about our Circles please contact Membership Coordinator, Donna Parisi at jdparisi2@comcast.net or 303-707-1664.

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Church Council Minutes

2009

1-15-2009

2-19-2009

3-19-2009

4-16-2009

2008

1-17-2008

2-21-2008

3-27-2008

4-17-2008

5-15-2008

6-17-2008

8-21-2208

9-18-2008

10-16-2008

11-20-2008

12-18-2008

 

2011-2012 Parent Information

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11-12 Class List
11-12 Directory

ATTENTION CLC PARENTS

• CLC follows Douglas County School District Late Start/Closure Policy
• Please remember coats, gloves, hats, etc. The kids love to be outside when possible.  Also, please check your child's backpack for socks, underwear, and a change of clothing-your children have probably grown in the past 4 months and may need warmer clothes.

 

The CLC Staff is very concerned about safety issues that have developed in our two parking lots.  In order to prevent confusion and to provide the safest possible environment for children and their parents, please follow the:

ABC’s of parking lot safety!

Always follow the one way signs in a counter clockwise pattern, even when exiting!
Be sure to never park in the fire lane at anytime for any reason!
Children must never be left unattended in the care while you are inside the building!

Thank you!

Famine Crisis in the Horn of Africa

The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is holding conversations with partner organizations working in the Horn of Africa and planning a regional response to the growing hunger crisis provoked by severe drought in the region. Years of drought in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Djibouti have escalated in recent weeks, causing widespread hunger and, in two regions of southern Somalia, famine. According to the United Nations, today’s drought is the worst the region has seen in half a century and has left an estimated 11 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. It has provoked acute malnutrition and death, especially among children and other vulnerable populations.

 “UMCOR is very concerned about the escalation of the crisis in the Horn of Africa and is talking with ACT Alliance, Church World Service, GlobalMedic, and Muslim Aid to devise a regional response to it,” reported Melissa Crutchfield, UMCOR executive for International Disaster Response.

 Somalia, where relief efforts have been hampered by ongoing violence and war, has seen tens of thousands of its weakened citizens flee to neighboring Kenya and Ethiopia. The Somali population in three refugee camps in Dadaab, Kenya, has increased by more than 30 percent in recent weeks, to 400,000 people. Nearly half the Somali population—3.7 million people—is estimated to be in crisis, the UN said; most—2.8 million—can be found  in the war-torn southern part of the country, where the violence has impeded the work of food agencies for more than a year.

 If the effects of the drought are not checked, famine could spread to the rest of southern Somalia within two months, the UN underscored. “UMCOR is working with our partners to act as quickly and as comprehensively as possible,” Crutchfield said. “While we do, we ask for your continued prayers and support for those affected by this crisis.”

 Your help is urgently needed: You may make your check payable to St. Andrew UMC; in the memo write International Disaster Response, UMCOR Advance #982450, Horn of Africa, and drop your check in the offering plate or bring it by the Front Office.

 

Vehicles for St. Andrew

St. Andrew accepts donations of motor vehicles in cooperation with Vehicles for Charity. To donate a vehicle call Chuck Curtis at the church, email LegacyMinistry@st-andrew-umc.com or go the Vehicles for Charity web site, select “Donate a vehicle,” choose Colorado and then select “St. Andrew United Methodist Church.”  You will get a tax deduction and free removal of the vehicle.

For more information about the tax results of donating vehicles see IRS - Making A Car Donation  and the IRS Publication A Donor’s Guide to Car Donations.

Help St. Andrew!                         

Help Yourself!

Do you have a vehicle you no longer need?  Tired of the hassle of storing, selling or disposing of it yourself?  Why not donate your vehicle?  Now, through a partnership with Vehicles for Charity* you can help St. Andrew UMC and claim a tax deduction for yourself.

• 60% of the net funds generated from the sale of your vehicle go to St. Andrew.
• The fair market value of the vehicle or the gross proceeds of sale of it by St. Andrew (if the value is more than  $500), are tax deductible.
• Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Boats, Recreational Vehicles, Campers and more can be donated.
• Free Pickup at your home or office.

You can donate now!  Just call: 1-866-628-CARS (1-866-628-2277) or go to the web site:     http://www.vehiclesforcharity.org/index.html and select Colorado and St. Andrew United Methodist Church as the charity of choice.

If you have questions, email LegacyMinistry@st-andrew-umc.comor call the church office

Don’t Delay!! Do it today!!

*Vehicles for Charity is owned and operated by the Metropolitan Association of Retarded Citizens, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization formed in 1968 to support developmentally disabled individuals and their families.

 

Events and Updates for Youth

2011-2012 Youth Calendar

Interested high schoolers who would like to work at a special needs sports camp 5:00-6:00 pm. weekdays should contact Kristy Phelps, director of Unique Prints Pediatric Therapy Services Inc.  Students will work directly with a young man who runs the Sports Camp and is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant,  some light office work such as copying and filing and an opportunity to observe/assist with one on one therapy sessions with special needs children. Students who are interested in pursuing careers in teaching, special education, speech, occupational or physical therapy and are responsible, creative and patient are encouraged to visit Unique Prints’ website www.uniqueprintstherapy.com.

Super Bowl events for youth Feb. 4-5 include:

• Sub sandwich making 8-10 p.m. February 4
• Sub sale February 5, $5/sandwich, proceeds benefit the Guatemala clinic where Mary and Ashley Micikas, former St. Andrew youth, have been working for the past several years.
• Super bowling party February 5 4-7 p.m. ($14 plus food $$)

Mission trip update:

• Guatemala trip, which leaves May 26, has one remaining spot, 9^th grade and older, $800.
• Joplin, MO, trip, in June, is full.
• Ten Sleep, WY, trip, in July, has 20 remaining spots for 6^th grade and older, $125. Adult chaperones needed for this trip.

Servant opportunities for the April 22 Up Up and Away youth auction (parents of youth participating in mission trips and the Holy Pretzels musical are expected to help as this event helps fund those summer activities):

• volunteer coordinator
• kitchen & dining room crew chiefs & assist.
• finger food dessert bakers
• clerical help weekdays, daytime
• decorations (Theme: Up Up and Away!)
• cashiers
• table captains
• Cash & Carry room
• set up/clean up auction, kitchen clean-up
• donations: gift certificates, merchandise

Coming up in youth ministry:

• Confirmation orientation February 12, 6:30 p.m. (registration deadline is Feb. 8)
• Amazing Race district youth event March 3, noon-8 p.m., $5 (registration deadline is Feb. 8)
• World Vision 30-hour famine February 24-25, no cost (registration deadline is Feb. 19)

Live Out Loud spring break activities March 28-30 (details coming soon).

Holy Pretzels Youth Choir

The Holy Pretzels Youth Choir from St. Andrew UMC is a very active group of 6th - 12th grade youth, averaging 50-70 members. They sing both sacred and secular music arranged for SATB. This choir often serves as the anchor choir for the 10:30 church service and joins the adult choir for special services each year.

May and June are very busy months for the Holy Pretzels as they prepare for either a large musical production or a choir tour. Over the past few years, the choir has performed Children of Eden, Fiddler on the Roof, In the Beginning, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. They have been on tours to San Francisco, the Grand Canyon area, and will tour Montana and the Yellowstone area this summer. In addition to singing at churches, The Holy Pretzels spend much of their time on tour singing for homeless shelters, soup kitchens, juvenile detention centers, and nursing homes. Some of our favorite tour songs are listed below:

Seasons of Love-from Rent by Jonathan Larson
Lift Your Light by Mary McDonald
When You Believe by Stephen Schwartz
I Will Never Be by Geoff Bullock
Walk a Mile by Pepper Choplin
True Colors by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly
Go Light Your World by Chris Rice
Power of Your Love by Don Marsh
Leave Everything Behind by Jeremy Johnson and Paul Marino

The choir is open to all 6 through 12 grade youth. If you are interested in joining us, please come to our rehearsal on Sunday, from 4:30 to 6:00. If you have any questions, please contact director Elizabeth-Ann Rowlison.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Children’s Learning Center (CLC)

Children's Learning Center is a weekday childcare and preschool program offered for community children ages 1-6 from 9:30-2:30 pm daily, September through May. This NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accredited program is licensed by the state of Colorado focusing on developmentally appropriate activities.

Contact:
Marcia Whitney   Jen Goins

 

Care Ministries

Care Team
St. Andrew extends compassion and care through Care Team. These trained individuals follow-up on prayer requests and other needs offering information, referrals, and a kind listening ear, arrange hospital visitation and prayer. To learn more or become a Care Team member, contact Bev or Bruce French, co-chairs, or Jenny Ricklefs at 303-794-2683.

Intercessory Prayer
While every ministry at St. Andrew is a ministry of prayer, this group meets each Wednesday morning to focus on and pray for the care needs of our congregation and community. Intercessory prayers include three basic types—hope, healing, and thanksgiving. If you would like the privilege of praying for others and joining this prayer ministry, contact Jenny Ricklefs. To request prayer, contact the church, or go to our website and click on “Prayer” in the header and follow the prompts or fill out a blue card and turn it in.

Prayers of the Church
Prayer for one another is an essential element of being Christ’s Caring Community. Most recent prayer requests are shared in our church bulletin each Sunday. St. Andrew maintains a complete list of prayers for our church family and those concerns are included in the prayers of the staff and intercessory prayer team each week. If you would like to request prayer, click on the site for “Prayer” in the header and follow the prompts.

Stephen Ministry 

1. Is life more than you can handle alone right now?
2. Are you adjusting to a new job, a change in marital status, a serious illness, the death of a loved one, a recent move – or just experiencing a lonely or difficult time in your life?
3. Could you benefit from having someone who would listen and care and walk with you through this difficult time?
4. There is no need to struggle alone! Everyone goes through difficult times. Having someone to care, to listen, to share God’s love with you can help you get through the confusion, stress, or loneliness you may be experiencing. God does not intend for you to struggle alone.
5. Our Stephen Ministers provide confidential, one-to-one care to people who are: Grieving the death of a loved one; Hospitalized or recovering from hospitalization; Lonely or discouraged; Coping with a chronic or terminal illness or caring for a family member with a chronic or terminal illness; Unemployed or in a job/financial crisis; New to the congregation or community; Anticipating the birth or adoption of a child; Facing a life transition; Experiencing a spiritual crisis; A victim of a disaster or accident; and many other life situations. No one needs to know.
6. Please call, Jenny Ricklefs at 303-794-2683, ext 106. She will set up a confidential match with a Stephen Minister or help you get training to become a Stephen Minister.

Covenant Visitors
Covenant Visitors make “house calls” to those living in retirement communities, nursing facilities or who are home bound, offering friendship, caring, and an ongoing St. Andrew connection.

Prayer Before Surgery
Pastors and Spiritual Care providers are available to pray with you and your family before surgery, or during hospitalization. Please contact either Jenny Ricklefs or Dale Wood with the date, time, and hospital name.

Prayer Blankets and Prayer Shawls
These handmade, lap-sized Afghans are offered when someone is experiencing an extremely difficult time. The blankets are prayed over and remind the recipient they are “wrapped” in the prayers of the St. Andrew community.

Compassion Fund
Monies in the Compassion Fund are available to respond to the emergency financial needs of our church family.

 

St. Andrew UMC Harmon Library

Take a few moments in your day to stop by the Harmon Library.  You can study, relax, unwind and pick up a good book or two. 

If you have questions contact Susan McCann, Phil Seibold or Tam Curfman during business hours. 

To Check Out a Book

1. Remove the check-out card from the pocket either inside the front or back book cover.
2. Print the date, your name and email (or phone number) on the check-out card.
3. Place the check-out card in the small box.

To Check In a Book

1. Place the returned book on the bottom shelf of the Reference section in the Harmon Library.
2. Books will be reshelved by St. Andrew staff every few days.

Please remember that the Reference and Reserved books are not be removed from the Library.  Thank you!

We have a small section dedicated to books for Pathways classes where you can check the book out.  Please return the book as soon as you are able so others can check the book out.  The checkout sheet for the Pathways books is located with the Pathways section.

 

St. Andrew United Methodist Church Harmon Library

Donation Policy 

We are please to accept donations of new or gently used spiritual, caring ministries or theological books.  In keeping with library policy, we examine all gifts in order to determine whether the materials fit the subject interests and scope of the St. Andrew UMC Harmon Library collection before adding them to the library.  If we find that we have a work already or that it is not a good match for our collection, we will sell or donate these books to others.

We are interesting in growing our library and have developed a list of book titles that would enhance our collection.  If you are interested in making specific book donations we encourage you to donate a book from the list.

 

What are the Social Principles?

The Social Principles of the UMC are a prayerful and thoughtful effort on the part of the General Conference to speak to the human issues in the contemporary world from a sound biblical and theological foundation as historically demonstrated in United Methodist traditions. www.umc-gbcs.org

To see the 2009-2012 Social Principles, click here

 

St. Andrew Church Orchestra!

Although we are called an 'orchestra', we are more like a 'mixed ensemble'.  Not many strings usually, but we have a synth that does 'string reduction' parts, as well as a piano.  The arrangements we use are flexible with both of those instruments included. We practice usually once a month, and present in church services usually 7 times a year (October to May).  Sometimes we team up with a vocal group.  We have openings for all instruments.  We ask that you have had a little experience playing and at least 1 or 2 years school experience if you are a student.  For more information please contact our Orchestra Administrator, Lee Henton at leejilljeff@msn.com  or phone: (303) 771-4301

 

Receptions

United Methodist Women is pleased to provide receptions for funerals, memorial services, weddings, and special events. Our “Cookie Angels” supply fresh, homemade baked goods and our team of workers make the event care-free for the participants. Our Reception Coordinators work with the family to make this time of celebration comfortable, meaningful, and memorable. There is no cost for this service of love, but donations are greatly appreciated. For funeral receptions please contact the church office, 303-794-2683. For other events, please contact the Receptions Coordinator, Linda Lloyd, lnslloyd@comcast.net or 303-470-5637.

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2011-2012 Parent Calendar

2011-2012 Parent Calendar_revised 6/23/11

Rainbows

A grief support group for children and youth, kindergarten through high school, who have suffered loss through the separation or divorce of parents or the death of someone close. This fourteen week program is divided into two sessions, fall and winter meeting on Monday evenings 7:00-8:00 pm. Pre-registration is required:  Rainbows Brochure

Contact:
Christy Boyle

 

Classes

Adapted Yoga Class Starting and Regular Yoga Classes Continue
This new class meets Tuesdays, 10:00 – 11:00 am. Watch here for 2012 date when Adapted Yoga will resume. Adapted yoga is ideal for those with limited mobility and range of motion. Using chairs, the wall, and straps will allow for gentle stretching which will aid in flexibility, circulation, and opening up muscles and joints. By working with the breath, there is also a greater sense of wellbeing, relaxation, and focus. Come try it out for yourself by enjoying the first class for free!  Please call the leader for more details, questions and to develop a yoga program specifically for you - Martha Mandeville, 720-480-2164. Martha has taught yoga at St. Andrew and other places for many years. We also have a regular Yoga class Wednesdays, 9:45 – 10:45 am and will start a Monday class, 6:00 – 7:00 pm if there are enough signups. All levels are welcome. Signup at the Congregational Care table in Fellowship Hall or by contacting Martha. All classes are $90/10 weeks or $15/session.

Beyond Divorce: Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends
Thursdays, January 12 – March 15, 2012, or Tuesdays, April 3 – June 5, 2012, both 6:30 – 8:30 pm. This class is designed to provide education and support to individuals experiencing the end of a relationship. The class will help you move through the grief and adjustment periods in a healthy way. The class is open to all but is designed especially for individuals, of all ages and situations, who are experiencing the end of a relationship. Some want the relationship to end while others may not. Some may have been in the relationship for a long time while others may have only been in a short-term relationship. Sign up or call Jenny Ricklefs, 303-794-2683. Led by Beth Walker, MBA, CPCC, Certified Professional and Personal Coach who has more than 25 years of experience in mental health and nonprofit administration. She has led many Fisher Divorce Recovery Workshops. Beth has been married for 14 years, and was previously married and personally transcended the trauma of divorce. Childcare is available with your reservation confirmed one week ahead of time with the Child Care Coordinator, 303-794-2683, ext. 151. Due to budget constraints, childcare will now be $5.00 per child per day or evening event; payment is due at time of registration, by check, cash or credit card, payable to St. Andrew UMC Childcare, and there are no refunds for cancellations less than a week prior to scheduled childcare.

New Stephen Minister Training Class Set to Begin
A new Stephen Minster class begins September 27 – February 21! Stephen Ministry training combines theological principles with psychological theory creating a solid foundation for care. Christine O’Neal and Carol Tyson will lead the class. “My Stephen Minister was such a good support when I lost my spouse,” says one care recipient.

The 50 hours of Stephen Ministry training is broken down into twenty 2½ - hour sessions that will be held on Tuesday evenings, 6:15 - 8:45 pm and on two Saturday mornings. Some of the training topics include:

• Confidentiality
• The Art of Listening

The impact of Stephen Ministry on our congregation has been tremendous! People whose needs might otherwise slip through the cracks are seeing the face of Jesus in their Stephen Minister. Please consider whether Stephen Ministry is a good fit for your spiritual gifts. Applications to become a Stephen Minister are available from Diane Smith or call Jenny Ricklefs, 303-794-2683 for more information.

Savvy Caregiver
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementias requires knowledge, special skills and a unique outlook to enhance the well-being of the person with dementia as well as the caregiver(s). This program is for family members, friends, neighbors, partners and others, near and far, providing direct care or support. Our next class meets Tuesdays, March 20 – April 24, 6:00 – 8:00 pm.. Class is at St. Andrew, but to register, or for more information, contact Alzheimer’s Association, 303-813-1669. With Linda Law, Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter.

 

Bios of Legacy Committee Members

Jim McCallen, Chair, has been a St. Andrew member since 1982.  He has a financial background in life insurance and retirement savings products through his work experience as an actuary and CFO at Great-West Life.

Benita Creacy, CFP, is Vice President of the Financial Planning Institute and previously was a Director of Financial Aid and a Financial Aid Consultant for universities and colleges throughout the US.  She presents seminars about financial aid for college students

Woody Herring, JD, LLM, has been a St. Andrew member since 1988 and is an attorney in private practice. He specializes in business, tax and estate planning, as well as estate and trust administration

Don Kelley, LlB, is a long time St. Andrew member and is a retired attorney who specialized in tax and trust and estate matters.

James LaFemina, is a St. Andrew member and is a financial professional with Prudential Financial where he works with families and business owners on retirement planning, wealth accumulation strategies, long term care and life insurance.

Mike Welch

Mike Cate

Mick Kingston, Mick is Chief Investment Officer of Investors Independent Trust Co., a Colorado-based Fiduciary & Wealth Management firm dedicated to executing estate & legacy management for individuals & their families.

 

Hunger Issues

Offering of Letters - Sunday, April 10

Who is Bread for the World?

Bread for the World is a collective Christian voice urging our nation’s decision makers to end hunger at home and abroad. Bread for the World members write their US Congress representatives on bi-partisan legislation that helps poor and hungry people both here in the United States and around the world. Bread for the World members write personal letters and emails and meet with our members of Congress. Working through our churches, campuses, and other organizations, we engage more people in advocacy. Each year, Bread for the World invites churches across the country to take up a nationwide Offering of Letters to Congress on an issue that is important to hungry and poor people.

Hunger facts:

• 1.5 billion people are in extreme poverty, living on less than $1.25 a day.
• Even though there has been an overall percentage decrease, 925 million people still suffer from chronic hunger worldwide, nearly 90 million higher than in 2000.
• More than 350,000 women die every year from complications during pregnancy, childbirth, or in the six weeks after delivery.
• 24,000 children die every day from poverty, hunger, and preventable diseases. That’s one child every 3.6 seconds.

2011 Offering of Letter’s campaign

This year, Bread for the World is seeking changes on four fronts:

• A stronger U.S. government focus on reducing poverty
• Clearer accountability for how U.S. aid dollars are spent and their results
• A transformed U.S. development agency
• U.S. aid that meets the needs and wants of local people

Sample letter for this year's campaign:

Dear your U.S. senators or your U.S. representative ,

I’m asking you to reform the way the United States delivers foreign assistance so it will help millions of people in poor countries move out of hunger and poverty. Streamlined and more efficient U.S. foreign aid programs will ensure that our tax dollars are used effectively and that the aid we give is what local people in poor countries such as Haiti and Liberia really need.

By focusing our aid dollars on moving people out of poverty, we help foster economic growth and opportunity. Fewer people struggling with poverty and stronger, growing economies in developing countries contribute to our own national security as well.
This is why I am asking you to support reforms in the ways we deliver and administer U.S foreign aid. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Your Name and address

 How to Compose an Effective Letter

 

Outreach

United Methodist Women are women organized for mission and social justice. Our Circles have various outreach projects with local agencies. Some of the agencies that we support are: Bridgeway, DenUM, House of Hope, Interfaith Community Services, Interfaith Hospitality Network, James Resource Network, Street Reach, The Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center, Urban Peak, and Warren Village.

An ongoing project is the collection of Campbell’s Labels for Education and Boxtops for Education. There are collection containers in the food pantry in the Outreach Depot. Instructions for collection are available at the UMW table in Fellowship Hall. The labels and Boxtops can be used to purchase a wide variety of items. Our labels and Boxtops are donated to low-income schools to help provide them with many needed items and supplies.

St Andrew UMW participates in the support of UMCOR, the official relief agency of the United Methodist Church. We have collected for flood buckets, and made health, birthing, and school kits. Our kits have been sent to the Sager-Brown emergency supply depot in Baldwin, LA, and the newer supply depot in Salt Lake City, UT. We have sponsored one trip to the Salt Lake City depot and hope to do this again.

United Methodist Women are organizing a mission trip to UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) West in Salt Lake City, October 14 – 20, 2012. UMCOR West is a 22,000 square foot depot that stores much needed disaster relief supplies that are sent stateside and abroad in times of disaster and war. Volunteers at UMCOR West are vital to the success of this ministry. At the depot, individuals and groups gather, assemble, package and shelve relief supply kits for future shipping. Moreover, some of the volunteers will be asked to help with other projects at the depot and in the Salt Lake Valley. Please join us to help in this important ministry. Contact Peggy Griffiths, 303-997-8019.

United Methodist Women are active in social justice; working for Immigrant Rights, Human Trafficking awareness, Bread for the World campaign, local school support, and St Andrew Youth and Children’s Ministries.

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Pathways Ministry Roles and Responsibilities

Pathways Ministry R&R

The Adult Choir is RECRUITING!

Come and Sing!

If you like…..

• to sing
• can carry a tune
• sang in high school
• used to be in a church choir
• don’t read music but can pick up a tune quickly
• would love to be in the choir but thinks it takes too much time
• have friends or family that think you have a nice voice
• sing along with the radio with some success
• want a guaranteed seat in the new Sanctuary especially on busy Sundays!

…come sing with the Charles Wesley Choir!

 

Rehearsals are every Wednesday beginning on August 18. There is no audition necessary and we are prepared for new people very week! You will find a group of warm, loving and fun people who enjoy making a joyful noise together. Our time is filled with worshipful music - both classics and new music – and you will find plenty of smiles, laughter, tears and hugs if you want them!

The St. Andrew Charles Wesley Choir has some unique characteristics that you may not be aware of…

• Over half of our singers cannot (or do not profess to) read music
• The choir can use at least forty more singers-especially tenors and altos.
• The choir program supplies the music, written announcements, a loving community and a chair - even at the busiest service!  All you have to supply is the desire and your voice.
• The choir does not sing every Sunday. Usually only three times a month.
• St. Andrew provides secure, loving, free childcare for rehearsals and services. Reservations are required at least one week in advance for childcare during rehearsals. Call Susan Brown, Childcare Coordinator at 303-794-2683 x 151.

August and September is open house time for Music and the Arts Ministry. We invite you to come check us out on these evenings. WE WANT YOU!!

Meet the Choir Council for 2011-2012. These are the men and women working behind the scenes to make sure your choir experience is enjoyable, engaging, and lots of fun! If you are thinking of joining the Adult Choir, come and talk to one of the Council Members or any of the Music Ministry staff and find out what we’re all about!

 

Mission Education Projects

Opportunities for children and their families to have “hands-on” experiences that will move, motivate and encourage reading out to others.  Six Super Sundays of Sharing begin, Sunday, March 13, 2011.

Click to view brochure PDF

 

Groups for Education and Support

Grief Support Group
Thursdays, January 5 – February 2; 4:30-6:00 pm. Whether your loss is of a spouse, child, parent, grandparent or friend, no other life experience can be as isolating and painful as bereavement. Our group offers healing, growth, understanding and comfort for persons grieving the loss of a loved one. The sessions address ways to work through the grief experience in a context of faith and hope. Participation is limited to12, so please preregister at the Congregational Care table in Fellowship Hall or contact Jenny Ricklefs, Director, Congregational Care.

12-Step Programs

• AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) - Tuesdays, ongoing, 7:45-9:15 pm
• AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) - Fridays, ongoing, 6:30-7:30 pm
• SA (Sexaholics Anonymous) - Saturdays, ongoing, 7:00-8:00 am
• S-Anon - Saturdays, ongoing, 7:00-8:00 am
• AA for Men - Saturdays, ongoing, 8:30-9:30 am

Brain Injury Support
We meet every 3rd Thursday of the month (not December) from 6:30-8:30pm. Support, socialization, discussion and education are offered to those who have sustained a brain injury, family members, and other interested persons. For more information on the meeting or the Brain Injury Association of Colorado, please contact Jan Herodes or Mary Baldwin, or Dale Wood at church.

Multiple Sclerosis Support
Meets the 1st Saturday of each month, 10:00am until noon

Depression Support Group
2nd Mondays, 6:30–8:00 pm.

Depression is a treatable illness that affects more than 14 million Americans each year. Although common, depression is not a normal part of life, nor is it evidence of weak morals, poor discipline or imperfect faith. If you or a loved one has been touched by depression, come join us to share hope, information, and concerns. The group is led by Nancy Williams, Ph.D., psychologist and St. Andrew member. No sign-up necessary, but if you have questions or concerns, please contact Nancy. All are welcome.

Parents of Teenagers Support (PoTS)
Raising teenagers can be rewarding and challenging. Join our informal group of fellow parents to share, listen and discuss issues relating to parenting our children during the teen years. Topics are decided upon by the group and may involve book studies, speakers, or simply friendly support. We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month, except for May and December. No meeting February 14.  Next meeting held March 13. For more information please contact Kathleen Riley, 303-741-6726, or Dona Kooy, 303-267-0643.

OutSpirit: Friends Embracing Diversity
Meets 4th Sundays, 12:00–1:30 pm (OutSpirit will not meet in November and December. Christian fellowship, support, and educational opportunities for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered church community, their friends, family & supporters. All are welcome. For more information, contact Cathy Pearl.

Rainbows Parent Group
This is a small group for parents focused on helping their children recover after experiencing a loss through death or divorce. A child’s grieving process is very different than that of an adult. This group is designed to help parents understand how children perceive loss and how to help them work through it. Rainbows for Children is held at the same time. Mondays. Mondays, January 23-March 5, 2012, (Not Feb. 20), 7:00–8:00 pm, Monday, March 12, 2012, 6:00-8:30 pm, Celebrate Me Night. Led by Jenny Ricklefs, Director, Congregational Care.

Parents Who Have Lost an Adult Child Self-Help Group
Come meet and visit with parents who are facing the same grief as you. It never goes away, but sharing with caring others and seeing how they are dealing with life may help and comfort you. What do you have to lose - except an hour of God's love being handed to you by other caring parents. All interested persons are invited and welcome the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 3:00 – 4:00 pm. For more information, contact Pat Markwell.

 

Mission Giving

United Methodist Women is part of the larger ministries of the United Methodist Church. We raise funds to support mission outreach in our local community and for the support of Domestic and International projects of the Church. Our primary source of funds is the Mission Giving of our members. Other fundraising efforts are:

Cherry Cobblers – this sweet treat is available one Sunday in February

Afternoon Tea – a delightful afternoon of tea, desserts, music, and fellowship

UnBake sale – a Mother’s Day tradition; each woman receives a flyer with a tea bag and an envelope, she can relax, sip her tea, and donate the funds that she would have used baking

Pumpkin Desserts – a Thanksgiving favorite, available the Sunday prior to Thanksgiving

Mrs Claus’ Closet – part of St Andrew’s annual Advent Festival; a room filled with low-priced treasures, holiday shopping that includes gift wrapping

There are two annual offerings specific to UMW:

• Call to Prayer and Self-Denial - usually observed during Lent. The Call is a chance to study and reflect on a particular theme. The funds collected are designated to ministries related to the theme. Through the years the funds have been used to build schools, libraries, and clinics; provided nutrition and medical assistance; advocated for Public Policy changes; and produced long-term economic benefits through income-generation and other self-help projects
• World Thank Offering - one of the five channels of Mission Giving, collected throughout the year. Each member has a small container in her home. She adds coins to her container in spontaneous gifts of gratitude for God’s abundance and grace, and in celebration of the joys of life. The coins are collected in a special service at our November General Meeting or in the Circles. The funds are sent as undesignated mission giving and used in the total program of mission in the United States and around the world.

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Resources

Five Wishes, the free brochure about end-of-life wishes, have been mailed to those of you who requested that, and there are many copies now available on the Congregational Care table in Fellowship Hall and on the Congregational Care slatwall outside of Room B269 ( across from the Workroom door.)

Healing Hearts Bereavement Newsletter Did you know we have this monthly newsletter on the Congregational Care Desk? That's just to the left of the big windows in the West Gathering Space. This newsletter has articles such as "Taking Care of Yourself During Your Grief" and "The Spiritual Side: Leaving the Gap Unfilled," news of Bereavement Education programs and Grief Support Groups in the area, recommended reading, as well as volunteer opportunities at the Hospice of Metro Denver. Please help yourself or take one for a friend.

For more information contact Jenny Ricklefs

CareNotes “Take One-and take heart. Give One-and give hope.” CareNotes are free, helpful pamphlets to assist in getting through the rough spots in life. Titles include “Reduce Your Caregiver Stress,” Healing Your Body, Mind, and Spirit Together,” “Walking with God through Grief and Loss,” and “Dealing with Anger.” New titles arrive each month. These pamphlets also list additional resources. CareNotes are located in the Gathering Space, across from the Reception Desk on the Congregational Care slatwall. Please help yourself.

Seniors Blue Book 2011-2012 A wonderful, informative resource for seniors and their families, this guide has information about housing, personal care agencies, Medicare, assisted living, geriatric care management, trusts, community resources and services, employment and volunteer opportunities, health services, lifelong learning and much more. Get one! They’re free and on the Congregational Care table and Literature Rack in Fellowship Hall, and many places around the church.

 

Hunger Booklets

For the past two years Schawn Kellogg and her daughter and nieces have written and illustrated books for children to raise awareness about hunger issues. These books have been used by Bread for the World and local churches in their hunger campaigns. Download a pdf of the books below. Just click on the cover.

          

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just for Parents!

Hope you’ll consider some of these great opportunities for your youth:

The Matter Project, our at-risk youth ministry directed by Nicholas Henkel, offers classes available to all youth, with the following schedule. All classes meet 5:30-7:30 pm.  For details, contact Nick.

Sunday Nights About Phaith meets at 6:00-8:00 pm, with groups for grades 6-12. Groups available for all youth in grades 6-11, as well as Senior Experience, same time frame, for high school seniors!

Volunteer opportunities:

1. Adult leaders for Reel Time 10:30 am. Sunday school and middle school Sunday Nights About Phaith, 6:00-8:00 pm.
2. 2011-2012 school year, September to May: Sunday Nights About Phaith, 6:00-8:00 pm; Reel Time 10:30 Sunday school, Talkin’ About God 9 am Sunday school 6th grade boys, 7th grade girls, 11th graders); once/month Sunday snack supper servers.
3. Confirmation 2012 family group leaders, February-November 2012, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
4. Toothbrushes for Just Care bags (red bin in Youth Zone)
5. Fall leaders for Talkin’ About God, Reel Time and Sunday Nights About Phaith.

 

Check out Sunday night suppers for you and your family:

It’s a quick meal for $3/person, $10/family at 6:00 pm. Sundays, after Holy Pretzels rehearsal and leading into Confirmation classes and Sunday Nights About Phaith. In an effort to accommodate special food needs, please let us know if there’s something your teen cannot eat and we’ll try to plan meals accordingly.

High School Bible Studies:

Classes will run Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 pm. Though mid-May. Sign up by contacting Cindy Klick or Lisa Petty at your earliest convenience. Options for the 2011-2012 school year include:

-Youth Disciple Bible study, led by Anne Purvis and Cindy Klick, open to any high school student
-Disciple II Bible study, led by Lisa Petty and Maureen Supple, open to any 10th-12th grader who has already completed Youth Disciple.

 

Children’s Ministries Staff

Christy Boyle - Director, Children's Ministry (x114)
Mary Huey - Program Asst., Children's Ministry (x115)
Marcia Whitney - CLC Director (303-794-0510)
Jen Goins - CLC Asst. Director (303-794-0510)
Kathleen Riley - Coordinator, Sunday School (x188)
Susan Brown - Coordinator, Childcare (x151)

To contact via phone please dial 303-794-2683 and enter the associated extension when prompted.

Click to see a directory of St. Andrew's entire staff.

 

Eco-Justice at St. Andrew

Green Fact: - Energy at St. Andrew UMC We all know how much positive energy exists at St. Andrew, but did you know how much energy we also save? A series of efforts are underway to reduce energy consumption by increasing efficiencies and conserving energy use. Why is saving energy such an important issue? Although our new building was built to high standards of efficiency and conservation, it is a large complex and the energy bills are quite high. Given that energy costs are expected to rise in the future, it behooves us to be good stewards of our operating budget and reduce costs where we can. In addition, most of the electricity in Colorado comes from coal-fired power plants, which emit pollutants such as mercury, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen compounds, carbon dioxide and particulate matter. As stewards of God’s earth, including water, air, soil, and other natural resources, we seek to lighten our load on the planet. Current energy-saving steps at St. Andrew include: use of curtains which maximize sun in winter and minimize heat and glare in summer; high quality windows; caulking and weather stripping on doors; and maintaining an inside temperature that attempts to maximize comfort while not wasting energy.

Steps which have just recently been implemented include: carbon dioxide monitoring to control the amount of outside air brought into the building for ventilation, reduction of light use in parking lot after 11 PM and before 6AM, and posting signs near light switches and computers requesting that all of us turn them off when not in use. Turning off lights and computers is quite beneficial as computers draw the equivalent of 70 watts of power even when in sleep mode. We can all assist by turning off lights and computers when they are not needed, and by increasing our use of sweaters when we are sensitive to drafts!

All creation is the Lord's and we are responsible for the ways in which we use and abuse it. Water, air, soil, minerals, energy resources, plants, animal life, and space are to be valued and conserved because they are God's creation and not solely because they are useful to human beings. God has granted us stewardship of creation. We should meet these stewardship duties through acts of loving care and respect. Economic, political, social and technological deve3lopments have increased our human numbers, and lengthened and enriched our lives. However, these developments have led to regional defoliation, dramatic extinction of species, massive human suffering, overpopulation, and misuse and over consumption of natural and nonrenewable resources, particularly by industrialized societies. This continued course of action jeopardizes the natural heritage that God has entrusted to all generations. Therefore, let us recognize the responsibility of the church and its members to place a high priority on changes in economic, political, social and technological lifestyles to support a more ecologically equitable and sustainable world leading to a higher quality of life for all of God's creation. 2004 Book of Discipline, Social Principles ¶160

More from the Social Principles of the UMC

Paragraph 160.1 B Energy resources Utilization- "...We urge wholehearted support of the conservation of energy and responsible development of all energy resources, with special concern for the development of renewable energy sources, that the goodness of the earth may be affirmed."

Paragraph 160.1.C Animal Life- "We encourage the preservation of all animal species including those threatened with extinction."

Eco-Justice Activities

• Visit to National Center for Atmospheric Research in June, 2006
• Gather volunteers to build a sight barrier for church recycling bins
• Guest Speaker to discuss global warming in September, 2006
• Sunday School class for adults on Living Sustainably in fall 2006
• Show film, "An Inconvenient Truth" in October 2006 and in January 2007
• Recycling Bring your extra packing material (bubble wrap, Styrofoam, popcorn, plastic sheets) and a volunteer will take it to be used to pack art for shipment. Bins are on the Lower level in the open space near the Children’s reception desk at the base of the stairwell leading from the West Gathering Space on Sunday and the material is picked up after the final service. Thru mid-January.
StepItUp! at Climate Change Rally, Sat, Apr 14, 10am-12pm at First Plymouth UCC

200+ Computers & Electronics Recycled! - More than 50 St. Andrew’s families recycled computers, printers, and electronics at the Viva Verde Green Team’s drive in cooperation with G&S Mountain Recyclers on Sunday, September 9. This Longmont company completely disassembles and recycles outdated electronics, and refurbishes newer models to be donated to non-profits. Families who delivered unused equipment help to provide jobs for developmentally disabled adults, keep hazardous wastes like lead and phosphorous from their computers from entering landfills, and provide recycled materials for building new computers and electronics. Some materials, like crushed glass from the monitors, is shipped all the way to Brazil to be reused. For more information on reducing your family’s waste and sustaining our planet, visit http://www.greenteamproject.org/Denverindex2.htm. For information on computer and electronics recycling pick-ups from G&S Mountain Recycling, go to www.mountainrecyclers.com

How Can I Help to Care for God's Creation?

Take Action

• Conserve energy: turn off the lights, lower your thermostat, and investigate using "green energy" such as wind or solar power
• Drive smart and drive less: use a fuel-efficient car or choose carpooling, public transit, biking or walking
• Write your Member of Congress and the president and urge them to address the global climate crisis now! Take action at www.umpower.org
• Reduce: buy less stuff! Reuse: use reusable container for lunch and coffee hours! Recycle3: paper, glass, aluminum and even plastics
• Save water: turn off the tap while you brush your teeth and take shorter showers
• Other actions to reduce global warming at www.climatecrisis.net/takeaction/whatyoucando/

Research

• Eco-Justice Ministries - www.eco-justice.org Detailed curriculum reviews, tips for a range of church programs, Eco-Justice Notes
• National Council of Churches eco-justice program - www.nccecojustice.org A mix of theological statements, congregational resources and political advocacy
• UMC General board of Church and Society - www.umc-gbcs.org This UM website has a Natural World page with links to relevant publications and organizations
• Web of Creation - www.webofcreation.org A very helpful ecumenical resource

Educate

• The Ethos of the Cosmos: The Genesis of Moral Imagination in the Bible, William P. Brown
• Earth Community, Earth Ethics, Larry L Rasmussen
• Life is a Miracle, Wendell Berry
• Living Downstream: A Scientist's Personal Investigation of Cancer and the Environment, Sandra Steingraber
• A Sand County Almanac: With essays on conservation from the Round River, Aldo Leopold
• Silent Spring, Rachel Carson
• Super, Natural Christians: How we should love nature, Sallie McFague

United Methodist Church Resolution

Connections

St Andrew United Methodist Women are part of the Mile High/Pikes Peak District and the Rocky Mountain Conference of the United Methodist Church. We currently have three women serving on the District Mission Team. We participate in the following District and Conference events:

District training – Officers and lay women are encouraged to attend this January event to learn more about UMW and the Mile High/Pikes Peak District

District Spiritual Day Apart – held each year in March, a time to refresh our spiritual lives

Conference Annual Spiritual Life Retreat – held the last weekend of April at the YMCA Camp of the Rockies in Estes Park; over 400 women from around the conference gather for fun, fellowship, study, and a time for spiritual renewal

School of Christian Mission – a cooperative event with the Rocky Mountain Conference Council of Ministries and Rocky Mountain Conference UMW; the School of Christian Mission is a national event that presents three mission studies each year to 25,000 – 30,000 participants. The School is appropriate for women, men, youth, and children. There is a three-day School held in July and one-day events held in the Fall. In addition, UMW members are encouraged to conduct the mission studies in their local units and churches. The studies pertain to Spiritual Growth, a Geographic interest, and a Social Issue.

Mission Study topics:

2011 – The Journey: Forgiveness, Restorative Justice, and Reconciliation; Haiti; Mission and Evangelism

2012 – Living Sacramentally and Walking Justly; Haiti; Global Warming

UMWOnline is an interactive social-networking community. Women from around the country can ask questions, get advice, share information, participate in book studies, chat with persons involved in various social issues, and find out about UMW. It can be accessed at www.umwonline.net. The community is open to everyone and you do not have to be a member of UMW to participate.

Assembly - Every four years United Methodist Women hold an Assembly of women from around the world. The next Assembly will be held in 2014. Approximately 8000 women are expected to participate. St Andrew UMW offer scholarships to those interested in attending.

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Sunday Mornings at St. Andrew

Sunday School:

Children age 2 (as of October 1, 2010) through 5th Grade.
Children can arrive 15 minutes prior to Sunday school hour.

9:00 am - Age 2 (as of October 1, 2010) through 5th Grade
10:30 am - Pre-Kindergarten (4 years of age by October 1, 2010) through 5th Grade

Registration Form: Download PDF

 

Childcare on Sunday Mornings:

Children birth through Pre-Kindergarten.
Children ages 2 (as of October 1, 2010) through Pre-K have a Sunday school lesson within the childcare hour.
Children can arrive 15 minutes prior to the worship hour.

8:00 am - Birth through Pre-Kindergarten
9:00 am - Birth through children younger than 2 (as of October 1, 2010)
10:30 am - Birth through Preschool

Contact:
Kathleen Riley   Christy Boyle

 

Matter Project 2012

The Matter Project, a ministry of St. Andrew, continues its mission of providing free, creative-based classes that teach our youth gainful vocational skill-sets, while also enhancing and validating the voice of every participant. In the coming months, we have four primary courses that study particular individuals who have made a name for themselves in the fields of graphic design, music production, culinary application and promotion & marketing. Each week will be spent dissecting what makes these entities successful, through both hands-on creation of similar work, while also providing each participant the opportunity to create their own work based on the tested methodologies of others.

Upcoming classes include:

• Learn How to Design like Shepard Fairey
• Learn How to Produce like Pretty Lights
• Learn How to Cook like Bobby Flay
• Learn How to Promote like Rise Records

These sessions are open to any youth 13-18. We are able to accommodate a variety of needs and experience, and even if your child has yet to delve into the arenas listed above, we'd love to have them present. We only ask that you please RSVP to nicholas@thematterproject.org, as we'll want to ensure that we have enough materials on-hand for each course.

The Matter Project strives to create an environment in which creative aptitude encourages community and future-planning on behalf of our youth.

The Matter Project 2012 Q1 Calendar

 

Reunited Choir

The Reunited Choir was formed in 2008 by Nathan and Matthew Grooms. The choir was formed to offer people under 30 an opportunity for a small ensemble for that age group here at St. Andrew.  The group is an auditioned choir and limits its membership to be smaller than 12-14 members.

If you are interested in exploring this ensemble please contact Mark Zwilling

 

 

Links with Information for You

• 2012 Ski Trip Brochure
• Trip Permission Form (blue card)
• Adult Medical Form (pink card)
• International Trip Medical Form - Adult
• International Trip Medical Form - Youth
• I Lead Youth
• Faith and Sexuality Weekend
• Youth Leadership Conference registration – youth
• Youth Leadership Conference registration – adult
• Confirmation registration card
• Youth Mission Trips Commitment Form

 

Peace And Related Issues

War and Peace - We believe war is incompatible with the teachings and example of Christ. We therefore reject war as an instrument of nation foreign policy, to be employed only as a last resort in the prevention of such evils as genocide, brutal suppression of human rights, and unprovoked international aggression. We insist that the first moral duty of all nations is to resolve by peaceful means every dispute that arises between or among them; that human values must out weigh military claims as governments determine their priorities; that the militarization of society must be challenged and stopped; that the manufacture, sale, and deployment of armaments must be reduced and controlled; and that the production, possession or use of nuclear weapons be condemned. Consequently, we endorse general and complete disarmament under strict and effective international control. Social Principles ¶ 165.VI.C

A Statement of Conscience from the United Methodist Bishops

********General Board of Church & Society

 

Musical groups for all ages and abilities

CONCERT SERIES

Tickets: Available online at www.st-andrew-umc.com/Events, or at the church.

FOR ADULTS:

• Charles Wesley Choir sings for worship at the 8:00 and 9:15 services, occasionally the 10:40 service and other seasonal services
  Rehearses Wednesdays 7:15-9pm
  Choir Newsletter - Music Ministry Weekly
• St. Andrew Orchestra plays monthly for worship
  Rehearses monthly on the 1st Sunday at 12:30-1:45pm
• St. Andrew Sisters (Women's Choir)
  By audition
  Rehearses Wednesdays 6-7pm
• New Song (Mixed Chamber Choir)
  By audition
  Rehearses Wednesdays 6-7pm
• Men's Quartet
  Rehearses Various Times
• Uncle John's Band
  Rehearse on Sunday afternoons, irregularly
• Bell Choirs
  3 groups rehearsing on Mondays
  Spring Concert
• Arts Ministry
  includes drama, theater and visual arts
• Silent Message
  Dance/Pantomime
• Festival Choir
  Celebration of Music
  Trinity UMC 150 Year Anniversary Celebration

FOR YOUTH:

• Holy Pretzels youth choir for grades 6 - 12.
  Rehearses Sundays 4:30-6pm
• St. Andrew Orchestra
  Rehearses monthly on the 1st Sunday at 12:30-1:45pm
• Senior High Ensemble
  Rehearses on Sundays 3:30-4:30pm

FOR CHILDREN:

• Hallelujah Chorus for children grades 2, 3, 4 and 5
  Rehearses Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm
• Little Light Singers for children Kindergarten and 1st grade
  Rehearses Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm
• Music Camp in the summer for grades 1 -6.

For information about any of the current music groups contact:

• Mark Zwilling, Director, Music & the Arts, Adult Choir, Special Ensembles
• Elizabeth-Ann Rowlison, Youth Choir Director
• Larry Scalfari, Asst. Director, Handbells
• Cathy Kolar, Music Administrator, Librarian
• Ann Guerin, Coordinator/Director of Children’s Choirs, Asst. Director of Youth Choir
• Katie Ruggles, Music, Asst. Director, Children’s Choir
• Lauren Grenz, Asst. Music Administrator, Asst. Librarian

 

Links

St Andrew UMW blog – st-andrew-umw.blogspot.com

Rocky Mtn Conference UMW – www.rmcumw.org

UMWOnline – www.umwonline.net

UMW – www.umwmission.org

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Some Important Links

• new.gbgm-umc.org/work/peace-justice/
• www.umpower.org
• new.gbgm-umc.org
• rmcumc.org/MI/Justice
• mfsaweb.org

Eco-Justice links

• www.climatecrisis.net/takeaction/whatyoucando
• www.eco-justice.org
• www.nccecojustice.org
• www.webofcreation.org

Fair Trade

• http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umcor/work/hunger/fair-trade
• www.equalexchange.com

War and Related Issues

• www.umc-gbcs.org/nowar
• http://www.umc-gbcs.org/site/

Hunger Issues

• new.gbgm-umc.org/umcor/work/hunger/global/
• www.one.org
• www.bread.org 

 

Youth Staff Information

Cindy Klick - Director of Youth Ministries: ext. 119

Gabe Horton - Assistant Director of Youth Ministries: ext. 118

Catherine Amis - Youth Administrative Assistant: ext. 117

 

Music of Christmas CD

‘The Music Of Christmas’ CD still available

The Charles Wesley Choir, Orchestra, Handbells, Men’s Quartet and The St. Andrew Sisters Women’s Ensemble present the Music Of Christmas that was recorded last year!  The concerts were recorded live in front of an audience in mid-December.

 

 

Youth Ministry Roles and Responsibility

Click here to view the Youth Ministry's Roles and Responsibilities

 

Music & the Arts Ministry Roles and Responsibilities

Click here to view the Music & the Arts Ministry's Roles and Responsibilities

 

Photos of our Youth in Action

  2010 - 2011  Photo Gallery