events calendar


  • 2/5- Acolyte Training 10:30am; FCJ Lunch 11:30am
  • 2/6 -Visitation Team 10:00am
  • 2/8- Girl Scouts 6:30pm
  • 2/9 - United Methodist Women 6:00pm
  • 2/10 - Friday Night Flicks "What If" 7:00pm
  • 2/12 - Valentine Senior Prom 5:00 - 8:00pm
  • 2/13 - Stewardship & Finance Committee 6:00pm
  • 2/14 - HAPPY VALENTINES DAY
  • 2/16 - Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner 5:00 - 7:30pm
  • 2/18 - "Fruitful Congregation Journey" 9:00am - 1:00pm
  • 2/19 - Diabetes Class & Breakfast 8:30am; Cluster Birthday Party & Art Show 5:00pm
  • 2/21 - Game Day 11:30am
  • 2/22 - Ash Wednesday Communion Service 7:00pm
  • 2/23 - Newsletter Deadline
  • 2/26 - 1st Lent

 

"Above Tithe" Opportunities For Giving...

  • Clearinghouse - Any Amount, no deadline
  • Youth Mission Trip / Summer 2012 - $1,855.96 until June 1,2012
  • DivorceCare Ministry Kit - $565

You may use pew envelopes, or mail a check for your "above tithe" gift. Remember to designate on or in the envelope what area or areas you are selecting to support.

All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner...

An all-you-can-eat Spaghetti Dinner will be held on Thursday, February 16th from 5:00 - 7:30pm. Advance Tickets are $5.00, At The Door are $6.00. To be held in Church Fellowship Hall. Hosted by the Kiwanis Benefit: Riley's Childrens Hospital.

Attitudes of Gratitude...

(Testimonies from our church family in preparation for the writing of our 2012 Narrative Budget)

"One evening in FPU the question was asked, "How has this class affected your life?" One young lady spoke up and said "It saved our marriage! Praise the Lord"

"Many of the individuals who get food at the Clearing House are living on a limited fixed income. Others are unemployed and getting unemployment or between jobs. One woman just finished school and had not found a job yet. Two weeks ago she found a job. The financial assistance and food she received earlier in the Summer got her through a really rough spot and gave her hope"

Cluster Birthday Party...

Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 19th at 5:00pm for a Birthday Party & Art Show for all of our Cluster Churches. We will host the event. John Lowry, will give a message in his artwork.

Foloowing the Art Show we will have and all Cluster Birthday Party. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish. Persons will be asked to sit at the table of their birthday month to ge better acquainted with other members of our cluster. Groups from the 11 Cluster churches will take months and decorate tables in th theme of that month.

Cluster Churches are all United Methodist Churches in Clark, Scott & Washington Counties. This will be a wonderful gathering with lots of great fellowship and fun. In case of bad weather, our snow date will be Sunday, February 26th at 5:00pm.

Cupid Grams...

Help Support Our Children's Ministry & Brighten Someone's Day. On Sunday, February 5th, and Sunday, February 12th, the children will be selling "CUPID GRAMS". These hearts will be sold for 50 cents each before and after church. On Sunday, February 12th, Cupid Grams will be delivered.

Estate Planning & Creative Giving Seminar...

The Endowment Committee is sponsoring and Estate Planning and Creative Giving Seminar. This Seminar will be on March 10, 2012 from 10:00 - 11:30am at SUMC.

Barbara Dicken from the United Methodist Foundation of Indiana will be discussing "Faith and Financial Facts," and "Creative Giving." Some of the topics Ms. Dicen will be covering will include: wills and bequests, charitable gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts.

Attorney Kerry Thompson will be presenting information on the topic, "Do We Really Need A Will?" He will be answering the following questions:

  • Why we don't make Wills
  • How to make a Will that works
  • What a Will can and cannot do
  • What does a Will cost?
  • Can my Will be changed?
  • How often should it be reviewed?
  • What about estate taxes?
  • How can I remember the church in my Will?

Pastor Steve will answer the question, "What Difference Can I Make" Refreshments will be provided after the seminar at 11:30am. To register please call Beth at 752-3545 before March 1, 2012.

DivorceCare...

Tom and Donna Springstun would like to start a "DivorceCare" class in the early Summer.

During the first 30-40 minutes of the meeting, each DivorceCare group watches a video seminar featuring top experts on divorce and recovery subjects. These videos are produced in an interesting-to-watch television magazine format featuring expert interviews, real-life case studies and on-location video. After viewing the video, DivorceCare group participants spend time as a support group, discussing what was presented in that week's video seminar and what is going on in the lives of group members.

"Moving On, Growing Closer to God - Session 13"

"How can God porduce something good out of something as bad as divorce? This segment will show you how to grow closer to God as you go through your divorce experience."

By faith Tom and Donna have been given permission to order the materials and begin promoting and organizing the class. We do not have a line item in our church budget to cover this expense. Would you be willing to help?

Please contact the church office if this is something you would like to contribute to. The DivorceCare Ministry Kit is $565. It includes:

  • 13 Session Videos
  • Leader's Guide
  • Leader-equipping video
  • 25 Participant workbooks
  • Publicity brochures
  • Publicity posters
  • Promotional DVD
  • Access to our Leader's Forum "Find a Group" listing on our website.

Flower Chart...

The 2012 Flower Chart is posted on the Bulletin Board across from the office. You may provide flowers in memory or honor of someone, a birthday or anniversary, or to the Glory of God. Please sign your name on the Sunday you would like to have. For more information, please call Beth at the church office.

Food Pantry...

During the month of January, items need at the Scott County Clearinghouse are:

  • Peanut Butter
  • Macaroni & Cheese
  • Bar Soap

Please bring your items and place in the box in the north entrance.

Game Day...

Game Day will be held on February 21st at 11:30am. GAMES & LUNCH! Please sign up if you would like to provide a light meal.

Mountain Mission Truck...

The Methodist Mountain Mission Truck will arrive on Monday, March 5th. Please bring yhour items to the south side porch on Saturday, March 3rd, and Sunday, March 5th.

Need Email Addresses...

Please call or email the office to let us know your email address. We email church members and friends to let htme know of church meetings, funeral arrangements or special events happening at the church. Call 812-752-3454 or email Beth at bmaloney@umcscottsburg.org. THANK YOU!

Prayer List...

If you wold like to be on the email prayer chain, please contact Beth at the office. This is by request only.

United Methodist Women...

The United Methodist Women will be meeting at the church on Thursday, February 9th at 6:00pm. Al ladies are invited to attend.

Valentine Senior Prom...

The Valentine Senior Prom will be held on Sunday, February 12th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Menu Items: Meat Loaf, AuGratin Potatoes, Green Beans, Peas, Rolls, Salad, Dessert & Drink.

  • MUSIC FROM THE 40'S & 50'S
  • ENTERTAINMENT BY LEIGHANNA MILLER
  • PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIFFANY LAWRENCE
  • DECORATIONS BY REBECCA LAWRENCE
  • HOSTESSES ARE ALL YOUTH
  • COST IS A FREE WILL OFFERING

Proceeds go towards ou Youth Mission Trip. EVERYONE IS INVITED! You don't have to be a "senior" to attend.

 

Winter/Spring Bible Study "Phillipians"...

Our Winter/Spring Bible studies will begin on Sunday, January 15th at 6:00pm and on Wednesday, January 18th at 9:30am. Both studies will be held at our church and will be identical with the only difference being the time and day.

We will be studying the New Testament book of Phillipians. Our book entitled "Phillipians: Jesus, Our Joy" by Don Baker. Books are $7.00 each and may be obtained from Pastor Steve or Beth in our church office.

We will be meeting for 9 weeks and each Bible Study session lasts one hour. Our Bible Study sessions provide great fellowship, times for prayer, sharing insights and discussion from the Bible as well as a healthy element of fun.

Won't you join us? No previous knowledge of the Bible is required. Bible study is a great way to make new friends and enrich your life through God's Holy Word.

Youth Mission Jar...

A jar will be in the foyer each Sunday to collect your loose change for the Youth Mission Trip in June 2012. Please help them with your support.