In This Issue... - First United Methodist Church, Marble Falls

Adult Education:
Charlotte Broadway (Chair)
Children’s Education:
Dona Birkhead (Chair), Lisa Hambrick, Michelle Noble, Kelly Fox, Patti Fox, Marsha Neel, Ellen Harris, Marla
Leeper, Linda Enderlin (Pete Lhamon, staff liaison)
Welcoming:
Marti Pogue (Chair), Janet Webb, Robert Webb, Karen Maples, Martha Holder, Charlie Simpson, Mark
Webb, Lavon Webb, Mary Powers, Ana Loader, Glenna Deskins, Nona Fox, Nita Winslett (Jon Weems, staff
liaison)
Worship:
Mike McKeown (Chair), Jennifer Greenwell, Judy Miller, Nelda Tyler, Barbara Walker, Joy Frear, Glenna
Deskins, Janice Hambrick, Betty Goolsby, Carolyn Kennedy, Mark Webb (Joni Bedard, staff liaison)
Missions:
Jeanette Pickard (Chair), Jimmy Dodd, Martha Dodd, Steve Wright, Kathy Wright, Tim Winslett, David
Greenwell, Dave & Ruth McGaugh, Jim Giles, Russ McNeil, Justin & Krystal Dunk, Darby & Lisa Hambrick,
Penny Mills, (Janiece Collier, staff liaison)
Congregational Care:
Rich Robertson (Chair), Elizabeth Schnelle, John Tyler, Barb Robertson, Gina Ronhaar, Jeanie LeVitt, Carrie
Foote, Charlie Cummins, Nancy Webb, Keith Burns, Wendy Bingham, Connie Welch, Mary Ann Gardner,
Jack Kennedy, John Bateman (Jon Weems, staff liaison)
Family & Children’s Ministry (new):
Randal & Robin Dahl, Jon & Amber Weems, Wes & Tracy Goggans, Kathy & Steve Wright, Justin & Krystal
Dunk, Dona Birkhead, Marsha Neel, Judy & Robert Miller, Sara Reily, Ben Redler, Lisa Hambrick, Pete
Lhamon
Bluebonnet Methodist Preschool Board:
Bill Rives (Chair), Donna Williamson, Paul Sullivan, Janiece Collier, Lisa Hambrick, Tracy Goggans (director),
Pete Lhamon, (staff liaison)
Nominations and Leadership Development:
2013 2014 2015
Glenn Slay Tracey Goggins Paul Sullivan
Jeanette Pickard Charlie Cummins Michael LeVitt
Krystal Dunk Jack Kennedy Kent Leighton
Rev. 01-14-13
Church Staff
Senior Pastor: Ellen Ely
Assoc. Pastor: Jon Weems
Education: Janiece Collier
Music Director: Joni Bedard
Youth Pastor: Robin Dahl
Children’s Ministries Dir. Pete Lhamon
Administration: Sharon Pehl
Bldg. Super.: Larry Dowers
Missionaries: Ray & Lidia Zirkel
George & Ginny Olsen
Kevin & Jessica Langford
First United Methodist Church of
Marble Falls
1101 Bluebonnet Drive
Marble Falls, TX 78654
830-693-4341 voice
830-693-2922 fax
Web site fumcmarblefalls.com
Email fumc@nctv.com
FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
1101 Bluebonnet Dr.
Marble Falls, TX 78654
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THE MESSENGER
In This Issue...
Zirkel Missionaries Presentation—February 3
Welcoming Brunch for Lhamons—February 10
Confirmation Class -Parent & Information
Meeting—February 10
Valentine Dinner—February 16
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From the Pastor’s Heart….
Today’s Message
As we move from January into February of our “Year of Gratitude,” I’m wondering, how you’re doing?
Specifically, how are you doing as you make intentional efforts to express your gratitude and thankfulness to
significant persons in your life? At the beginning of the year I encouraged you to take a moment each day and
jot a note to someone who has made an impact on your life. You can mail a card! You can send an email, a text
or a Facebook message! You might even give them a call! The manner of communication does not matter.
What matters is that you thank them. Let them know that they have made a difference in your life. So I ask,
how’s that going in your daily routine?
I am sending a message of some kind each day to someone in my life. I confess, I’ve missed a day here
and there but I am developing a habit of making an intentional effort to thank someone each day. I’m finding
that it’s already giving me a new perspective on life. If I have to take that time to send that message every day,
then I have to stop and consider how I’ve been blessed. And I’ve been humbled in the process. I knew before
that our God is awesome, but this has made me notice the blessings of each new day. I hope it has been a good
experience for you as well.
This week I am particularly thankful to see how the greater Marble Falls community has exemplified the
Body of Christ that Paul speaks of in 1 Corinthians 12. In the wake of the tragedy that took the life of young
Mylie Ferguson, I’ve seen churches join together and educators coordinate efforts of compassion for all MFISD
students. I’ve seen this community reach out to the other youth who were involved in that horrific accident,
offering comfort and support. And most of all, the power of God’s Holy Spirit has been powerfully evident.
For what are you thankful this day? Very soon, we will have “thank you” cards available at the
Welcome Desk for anyone who wishes to pick them up. Hopefully these tools will be visual reminders that you
can use to share your gratitude. I’m eager to hear how this changes your perspective. I’m eager to hear how you
become more aware of God’s blessings this year. And I’m particularly eager to hear stories of how you’ve been
blessed in the process. Thanks be to God!
Blessings,
Ellen
January 6, 2013
Budget $45,735.00
Other 1,038.00
January 13, 2013
Budget $73,900.00
Other 40.00
January 20, 2013
Budget $12,372.50
Other 802.00
January 27, 2013
Budget $46,362.58
Other 578.00
Budgeted thru 1/26/13 69,256.00
Received thru 1/26/13 138,827.00
Spent thru 1/26/13 $15,413,35
2012 Budget Recap
Budgeted for 2012 $793,992.00
Amount Received 2012 $868,534.00
Spent thru 12/31/12 $818,416,00
The Helping Fund assists people who come to the church
office in need of assistance. This fund is totally funded
through individual donations and the monies left on the
altar rail at communion.
Helping Fund Distribution for 4th Quarter
Assistance Provided Amount # of Families
Electricity $2,284.65 41
Water 1,266.82 25
Gasoline 1,800.0 120
Rent 230.00 15
Motel 561.66 10
Medicine 142.15 4
Clothes 93.00 4
Misc. 798.00 15
Total Funds Distributed in 2012: $28,308.58
Thank you for your generous gifts!
Report of the Nominations’ Committee – Year 2013
November 26, 2012
ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
Co-Chairperson(s): Michael LeVitt & Nona Fox Secretary: Nita Winslett
Lay Leader: Charlie Cummins Assoc. Lay Leader: Lynda Redler
Historian: Elizabeth Schnelle All committee chairpersons
Lay delegates to annual conference:
Bob Spickelmier, Nancy Spickelmier, Justin Dunk, Krystal Dunk, Amber Weems (alternate)
Members at large:
2013 2014 2015
Dr. Kris Kasper Bruce Agee Gene Gunstenson
Jack Kennedy Tiffany Agee Joyce Gunstenson
Todd Fox Glenn Slay Celia Merrill
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEES
Staff-Parish Relations:
2013 2014 2015
Keith Russell (Chair) Kyle Stripling Max Lantz
Nancy Campbell Marti Sullivan Caroline Ragsdill
Barb Sohl Steve Hatch Donna Williamson
Trustees:
2013 2014 2015
Hazel Hamlin Wayne Pehl Bill Pickard
Jay Taylor (Chair) Darv Deskins Jack Ragsdill
Don Eubank Kathryn Ruppenthal Lee Alvey
Finance:
2013 2014 2015
Kent Leighton Dave Holder Tommy Cox
Jack Rathburn Kevin Leeper Pat Hatch
Darv Deskins Greg Mills Charles Nutter
Paul Sullivan (Chair) Bob Hunter Jack Kennedy (Treasurer)
MINISTRY AND PROGRAM COMMITTEES
Stewardship:
Bob Spickelmier, Amber Weems, Paul Ruppenthal, Carol Barton, Sandy Leighton, Greg Mills

Agee, Donna Chemo treatment is working. Bruce Agee’s mother.
Aguilar, Edward 26 year old with leukemia
Ahart, Dean Cancer
Aly, Don Home
Anderson, Phil Stage 4 cancer
Bateman, John Medical problems
Beck, Carolyn Home
Berlin, Mary Lou Brain tumor. Sister-in-law of John and Mary.
Brooks, Theron Health issues
Brown, Don Health problems. Dale’s brother.
Burden, Ronnie Stroke. Jim & Paige Lechler’s brother-in-law.
Cary, Dale Leukemia. Patty McAlpin’s father.
Casteneda, Cindy Breast cancer surgery
Cherry, Jim Brain tumor has returned.
Church, Sherry Diagnosed with lung cancer. Rob Ellis’ mother.
Collier, Janiece Back injury
Dalton, Kent Granite Mesa
Deskins, Glenna Home recovering from surgery
Dingle, Tessie Dysautonomia
Elliot, Valerie In remission. Connie Welch’s daughter.
Fawcett, Jo Beth Broken pelvis. 85 years old.
Guzman, Israel Hospitalized after accident
Hergemiester, Barbara Heart problems
Highfill, John Serving our country in the military.
Horlen, Nina Medical problems
Keith, Liz Central Texas Rehab
Klingemann, Dona Hospitalized. Nelvia Fischer’s sister.
Kuhlmann, Buster Cancer. Dean’s uncle.
Langford, Jessica & Kevin Serving in Asia for two years.
Larsen, Jack At Granite Mesa with pneumonia
Lindgren, Allan Diagnosed with MS. Dianne Pride’s son-in-law.
Littlefield, Dale Working in Afghanistan. Ragsdill’s son-in-law.
Malina, Philip Colon cancer
Miller, Atlene Radiation for brain tumor. Kendra Powell’s aunt.
Mitchell, Amanda Cancer
Moore, George Ongoing treatment
Morehead, Herb Successful surgery
Mota, Richard Home recovering. Step-father of Eric Lavender.
Nauman, Katelyn Doing well
Olson, Ginny & George The Dodd’s family in missions in the Philippines.
Parks, Aaron Brain tumor
Pickel, Dustin In remission
Rapstine, Michael Deployed to Afghanistan
Rose, Kathy Ongoing treatment
Schnelle, Elizabeth Complications from bypass surgery
Schnelle, Kelly Working overseas
Schuestra, Sally Multiple issues
Simmons, Courtney Colon cancer. Friend of Debbie & Lamar Smith.
Sowell, Norman ICU
Theis, Janice Home
Turner, Debbie Breast cancer. Louise Smith’s relative.
Wariner, Marie Cancer
Webb, Charles Eye surgery
Webb, Mary Lee Medical problems
White, Wade Craniofacial disorder. Wendy Bingham’s nephew.
Wilson, Joe Health issues. Lavon Webb’s father.
Winslett, Dorothy Recovering from fall
Woolsey, Bernice Breast cancer.
The 11:15 service is taped each week and
DVDs are available upon request. If you
desire a copy, complete the request form
located on the table across from the choir
room.
Bennett, John Gateway Villa
Burnham, Tina Home
Curfman, Janet Horseshoe Bay
Curfman, Ruth Windchime
Ebeling, Jack & Francis Home
Ely, Pat Granite Mesa
Gregg, Cora Lee Burnet Oaks Nursing Home
Guthrie, Margarete Assisted Living San Antonio
Hammerschmidt, Pauline Gateway Gardens
Horlen, Fred & Nina Claremont
Jackson, Loraine Gateway Gardens
Jackson, Ruth Kingsland Nursing Home
Kemp, Levi Windchime
Larson, Jack Granite Mesa
Laycock, Helen Windchime
Mezger, J. Lee Home
Metzger, Kookie Burnet Oaks Nursing Home
Minard, Margo Country Oaks Assisted Living
Offer, Dorothy & Ed Gateway Gardens
Owens, Lucille Claremont
Raesener, Ethel Mae Gateway Villa
Slack, Aline Waco
St. John, Merle Gateway Gardens
Wallace, Wanda Home
Willis, Betty Granite Mesa
Wilson, Johnnie Home
Barbara & Rich Robertson and family in the
passing of her mother, Angela Fielding.
The family of Beola Rector.
Ruth Jackson and family in the passing of Ross
Jackson.
The family of Joan “Dinney” Dudley.
Annette Farley & family in the passing of Ed
Neil Collins.
Darv Deskins & family in the passing of his
brother-in-law, Harold Perry.
The family of Mylie Ferguson.
Betty Walker in the passing of her nephew,
Chris Ellison.
The Helping Center is in need of supplies. Please bring
non-perishable items to help them out. A collection
wagon is located in the Narthex.
Dearest Friends at FUMC,
Thank you so much for the thoughtful package. The cross,
angel, and pickles mean so much. For all of you to remember me as
I transition to living in San Antonio helps make this move a bit easier.
Thanks for all the prayers...they have helped. I miss all of you.
Sincerely, Margarete Guthrie
Dear Church Family at FUMC,
I just want to thank you for the party, the cards, the Christmas
bonus, and all of the love you have expressed to me during
these past few years. This is a big change for me, and it will be a
while until I am fully settled in. There is a lot to do at this new little
church...but I’m seeing the power of God work! Please be in prayer
for us!
I just hope you all know how much I love and appreciate
each of you for what you’ve done for me and my family during some
very trying years but, more than that, what you continue to do for
others by showing the love of Christ day to day. You are an awesome
Body of Christ! Keep spreading the Word and do not get discouraged
when the going gets tough.
If anyone is ever in Kingsland, please come by Packsaddle
Fellowship and say hi! My new email is robinkaspar59@gmail.com.
I would love to hear from you!
In His Service,
Robin Kaspar
Dear Church Family,
Thank you all for your prayers, cards and calls. They
brought great comfort and peace to our family during a difficult
time.
Yours in Christ,
Barb & Rich Robertson
The land Lakes Family Crisis Center recently
recognized volunteer Sara Reily. When Sara
was looking for different places to fulfill her
internship requirements for her Bachelor’s
degree in Psychology and Christian Counseling,
the HLFCC was the perfect fit.
“I want to support and encourage people who
are going through difficult times and help them
find their way,” said Sara. During her internship, Sara has helped
teach elementary students about healthy relationships, and is currently
answering and responding to calls on the crisis hotline, and
assisting clients as they come in for services.
One of her goals is to make a difference in people’s lives. Volunteering
at the Crisis Center is important to Sara and being a working
mother, she says she finds time to volunteer by prioritizing. In her
spare time, Sara likes to spend time with her family, play tennis,
and is very active in her church.
* * *
We are blessed to have Sara serve as a volunteer here at FUMC.
Midwinter Retreat 6, Feb 22-24
Jr. and Sr. High Youth -Mt. Wesley, Kerrville, TX
MF FUMC Youth will be attending! Please contact Robin
for more information or go to
reachingyouth.org
Chris, Misty, Elise & Logan Tisdale
Joined 1/13/13
Royce Pipes & Cheryl Wilder
Joined 1/27/13
Keith Cowan
Joined 1/13/13
Dr. James and Sarah Giles
Joined 12/23/12
Angela Fielding
Paul & Marti Sullivan
Imogene Collins
Bob & Helen Hunter
Beola Rector
John & Nancy Mallory Nancy & Deral Brown
Fellowship Sunday School William & Virginia Fann
Debra & William Conner Maxine Bell
Marguerite Rice Betty Bumgarner
Glenn & Bev Slay Evelyn Kirby
Ross Jackson
Glenn & Bev Slay James & Marie Herbort
Mary Lou Reaser Jack & Francis Ebeling
When we see how all the Scriptures point to
Jesus, we allow the gospel to work on us,
move through us, and ultimately, transform
us. We become God’s gospel project. New
Youth Sunday School Curriculum beginning
February 10 th at 10:00. Facilitators: Kyle and Kay Stripling, Randal and
Robin Dahl
Bluebonnet Methodist Preschool
Fall registration will begin in February for Bluebonnet
families and open registration to the public in March. To
register your child or for more information, please call
830-693-4925 or email bluebonnetmp@nctv.com.

Amanda Johnson 02/01
Carson Rice 02/03
Nancy Campbell 02/04
Robin Dahl 02/04
Russ Edwards 02/04
Robert Gardner 02/04
Betty Olson 02/04
Mitzie Pyle 02/04
Thomas Cooper-Hicks 02/05
Steve Wright 02/05
John Bateman 02/06
Leanne Raesener-Harper 02/06
Cody Kirkpatrick 02/07
Gladys McLean 02/07
Doris Wright 02/07
Sally Burget 02/08
Madelyn Maples 02/09
Matthew Perry 02/09
Robyn Richter 02/09
February 1—28
Sammie Wyatt 02/09
Ruth McGaugh 02/10
Kathy Wilcox 02/10
Jeff Beaman 02/11
Alicia Isaack 02/11
Elyssia Rudd 02/11
Chelsea Hubbard 02/12
Linda Waltreus 02/12
Meredith Piatek 02/13
Pat Hancock 02/14
Ed Isaack 02/14
Kevin Langford 02/14
Nelda Tyler 02/14
Rusty Freeman 02/15
Bill Rainey 02/15
Connie Ross 02/15
Tommy Salem 02/15
Patti Salem 02/15
Caryl Calsyn 02/16
Our annual Valentine Dinner,
presented by the Missions Committee,
will be held on February 16 at
6:00 PM in the Breakout Room.
Proceeds will go to support our
church’s missionary families: Ray and Lidia Zirkel in
Costa Rica, Kevin and Jessica Langford in East Asia, and
George and Ginny Olsen in the Philippines. They do
amazing work bringing people to Christ and providing
education for children and adults. These missionaries
come from our own church family so we want to show
them our love and support any way we can. They do the
work for those of us who can’t or don’t feel called to go
out of the country. You may make reservations by signing
up in the church office or at the Welcome Desk, or by
calling the church office. Cost is whatever donation you
feel led to make. Please join us for a delicious dinner and
an evening of fun and fellowship!
Confirmation Class 2013
This class that prepares young adults
for church membership will begin with
a parent and information meeting on Sunday, February
10, in the youth room (Rm. 500). Confirmation classes
will meet Sunday mornings from 10:00 to 11:15, and are
open to all seventh and eighth grade students. The class
will run from February 10 to May 19, with the confirmation
service being held on Sunday, May 19. If you are
interested in this class or have any questions, please feel
free to call Robin Dahl or Jon Weems at the church - 830-
693-4341.
Diane Axtell 02/17
Jody Turner 02/17
Billy Weseman 02/17
Dan Pogue 02/18
David Dilworth 02/19
Michelle Koska 02/19
Don McCarthy 02/20
Ted Foster 02/21
Helen McCurley 02/21
William Neill 02/21
Libby McAlpin 02/22
Sarah Mejia 02/22
Neal Calvin, Sr. 02/22
Rebecca Ruppenthal 02/22
Caitlin Coffey 02/23
Zack Wagner 02/23
Catherine Hull 02/24
Carolyn Landstrom 02/24
Hailey Tindell 02/24
Upcoming Events
Briana Cochran 02/24
Cotton Dodge 02/25
Rain Henderson 02/25
Brooks Koronczok 02/25
Larry Olson 02/26
Gabrielle Hull 02/27
Shelbi Dulin 02/28
B.J. Lawrence 02/28
February 20, 2013
Welcome ! Welcome ! Welcome ! Welcome !
Please join us for Brunch on Sunday, February 10, to
welcome Pete and Casey Lhamon, son Tristan (6) and
daughter Adrian (3) to our church family. Pete has been
appointed as our new Children’s Ministry Director.
Brunch will be served during the Sunday School hour
(10:00-11:00) in Fellowship Hall. Please join us as we
celebrate and welcome this family!
On Sunday, February 3, Ray and Lidia Zirkel will be
with us to share news about what has been happening
in their mission field of Costa Rica.
We welcome them and will meet at 10:00 AM in the
Youth Room, Community Life Building. All are invited
and you won’t want to miss this presentation!
Newcomers’ Class
“WE HAVE A PLACE FOR YOU”
Next class: February 3 - March 3, 2013
A 5-week introductory class will be offered for new
church members, frequent visitors, or those who
are looking for their place in this church family.
Learn about who we are as Methodists and what
this church can offer you and your family in the way of ministries,
service opportunities, education, and fellowship. The class will
meet during the Sunday School hour, 10:00-11:00 am, in Room
200A. Sign-up at the Welcome Desk.
Join the Divorce Discover Class
16-week study beginning February 6
7 to 8 pm
The suffering caused by a marriage or long-term relationship being
severed is intense and beyond description. Maybe you are trying
to find a way to ease the pain, to pour out your heart to God and
feel He isn't responding, or perhaps you are angry with God, or
angry with the spouse or ex-spouse and you're finding it difficult
to cope. Divorce recovery is a process requiring information, organization,
and change. Change means accepting what has happened
and making the lifestyle adjustments necessary to
cope. This is not an easy process but, with Christ's help, it is possible.
In the 16-week sessions, our discussions will center on the
forgiveness, healing, and growth that comes from building a relationship
with Jesus, our hope and our Redeemer. Please join us
Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm starting February 6th. Childcare
will be provided upon request. A sign-up sheet is at the Welcome
Desk.
Feed My Sheep...
Looking for a place to serve your
church? We need volunteers to prepare
home-cooked casseroles for
members who are ill, bereaved families, or people who just
walk in needing a hot meal. The Feed My Sheep freezer is
stocked with meals prepared by church members and packed in
foil containers that can be reheated (8x8 or 9x9 foil pans work
great). Wrap tightly with foil and label with Feed My Sheep,
add contents, date prepared and heating directions. Bring it to
church and place in the FMS freezer located in Fellowship Hall.
This is an easy way to help serve others. When you are cooking
for your family, just double the recipe and package a portion to
share.
Please call Wendy Bingham with any questions at 830-613-9624
or email her at bingham1088@yahoo.com.
Extra Care Parking Is Available Every Sunday!
Valet Parking to assist those members who have
difficulty getting from the parking lot to the
church. Call Rich Robertson for more information
at 830-693-2705.
Wesley Respite Care is available every Friday from
9:30-1:30. This service is available for
people who have been diagnosed with
early stage dementia or Alzheimer’s.
Activities include games, music, exercise,
and special events. A light breakfast
and lunch are provided.
Please call Dani Seelig at 512-293-6316 or the church
office at 830-693-4341 to arrange for an interview.
Church Security Program Planned
Thursday, February 7 th @ 6 PM., Rm. 301
Ben Redler will meet with interested congregational
members to discuss implementing security plans for
church programs, including children’s and youth
activities. Anyone who would like to be involved
contact Ben at 830-613-0755.
FUMC Marble Falls, along with other local churches, has
been requested to provide volunteer support for the Texas
Mission of Mercy (TMOM) when they provide free dental
services for those who need it in Burnet County. They need
this support in Burnet on Friday, February 8 and Saturday,
February 9.
If you would like to know more about
this opportunity to serve, please visit
their web-site at www.tdasf.org and
follow the prompts to the one day event
for Burnet, then to the volunteer page
and then to community volunteer. Fill
out the volunteer page as instructed and
make sure you submit it. They have
requested that any prospective volunteers follow this procedure
as they do not have the staff to take a telephone request.
Twenty dentists from all over the state of Texas, along with
many dental hygienists, are volunteering their time free of
charge to help the folks of our county who need this dental
care. They also need over 50 community volunteers to assist
in this effort. If you have some time on one of these days,
please consider helping this worthy cause. The FUMC Missions
Committee will be furnishing lunch for the dentists and
volunteers on Saturday.
The pictorial directory committee is asking for
volunteers to help bring about a new church
directory. The first meeting will be in mid January
with pictures scheduled to be taken in April.
Your help would be greatly appreciated. Call John Bateman at
830-798-0564 or email john@batemanhome.com