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Manchester United Methodist Church Servant Ministries Catalog 2012

www.manchesterumc.org636/394-7506

129 Woods Mill Rd.Manchester, MO 63011

We are called to know God with our head, love God with our heart, and serve God with our hands – and there are numerous ways to step into service at Manchester UMC and to make a difference for Christ in the world.

To serve Christ and one another means to make a faith-filled commitment to better the lives of others and to radiate the love of God through your humble and heart-felt words and actions. It’s more than just volunteering. It’s serving.

How can you take a step (or the next step – if you’re already involved) in servant ministries?

Get started by thinking about the following questions:

What energizes you? Consider what you are passionate about. For example, is it assisting the elderly, children, or those in need?... What peaks your interest? Are you happiest working behind the scenes or “upfront?”

Then find the place (or places) where your passions meet a need in the congregation, the community, or beyond!

Great places to dip your toe in:(Check out some of the following ministries for great places to begin serving!)

Faith in Action (all church event, and one-day projects throughout the year)Bicycle ReHabVacation Bible SchoolCoffee Hosts (Sunday morning)Youth Group LeadersNursery Sunday School Teachers Pew CrewBulletin Stuffers

MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR CHRIST BY TRANSFORMING CHURCH AND COMMUNITY

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Imagine the difference that Manchester UMC can make if all of us got involved in missions this year. If we all committed ourselves to be a part of something greater than ourselves – something transformative for others.

In 2011, MUMC stepped up and pledged to focus our missional involvement and strengthen our relationships with 4 key mission initiatives: The Bridge, Epworth Children & Family Ministries, Kingdom House, and Shalom House. We have been encouraging all of our ministry areas and all members and visitors to find a way to get involved in these vital ministries in the upcoming year.

MANCHESTER UMC’S CORE MISSION INITIATIVES & GOALS FOR 2012

In 2012, we’re taking our commitment to these ministries one step forward. Over the course of the next year, Manchester UMC will be focusing our church-wide missional efforts on specific goals and objectives in each of our Core Initiatives, making a significant difference in the lives of others.

Here’s how you can be a part of these exciting and transformative service opportunities:Look for information on monthly Faith in Action service projects (typically occurring on Saturday mornings). There’s a place for everyone to serve, regardless of their age or physical ability! You can see the schedule on our website: www.manchesterumc.org/mission-service/faith-in-action.Visit the Faith in Action table in the Narthex each Sunday morning to take a look at the upcoming schedule of service opportunities and talk with someone about how you can make a difference.Contact Rev. Beth Elders, Director of Outreach and Missions, (beth.elders@manchesterumc.org or 636/200-4724) to discuss how you and your family can serve.

There are many other ways to serve! Read through the “Be the Difference” servant ministry catalogue (on our website or in paper!) for a listing of other ways you can immediately step into service. Fill out your information on the Commitment Card and someone will contact you soon with more information. Additionally, each service role has contact information for a ministry leader in that area who will give you detailed information about the role and help you determine if it’s something you might like to “test drive”. You can also contact them directly for more information!

But it doesn’t end there… Grow in faith! Take part in a Bible Study, Sunday School class, or other small group ministry that helps you grow in your understanding of God and God’s message to us today. For more information about opportunities to grow in faith, contact Debbie Irving, Director of Faith Formation, at debbie.irving@manchesterumc.org.

If you have any questions about any ministries listed in this booklet (or ideas for a ministry not listed!), or would like to talk about ways you and your family can be involved in servant ministries, please contact Beth Elders, Director of Outreach and Missions (beth.elders@manchesterumc.org, 636/200-4724).

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Located at Centenary UMC, the Bridge provides sanctuary for homeless and at-risk persons in St. Louis. Meals and support services for basic human needs are offered by a staff intent on eradicating homelessness, by guiding guests on a path to self-sufficiency.

Provide special meals for guests at least four times a year. In addition to the food, there will be opportunities for interaction between guests and MUMC members, through movie nights and other special events/themed activities tied into the meal.

Increase small group and individual involvement in the ministries of The Bridge through work days, serving meals, and interacting with the guests.

With the leadership of The Bridge staff, we will establish and sponsor a Free Store for guests that provides clothing and personal care items free-of-charge in a store-type atmosphere

Founded in 1864 as a mission agency of The United Methodist Church, Epworth Children and Family Services opened its doors to Civil War orphans and has been dedicated to the well-being of children ever since. Today Epworth provides services to foster care kids, homeless and runaway youth, families in crisis, and special needs students.

Sponsor Staff & Teacher Appreciation opportunities/events/gifts at least four times a year.

At least four times a year, provide volunteers to cook and eat holiday/special meals with the residents of the transitional housing unit.

Provide toiletry kits for the emergency shelter (and other areas) throughout the year.

These could be prepared and assembled at MUMC and transported to Epworth, or prepared in the Epworth administrative facilities.

MANCHESTER UMC’S CORE MISSI

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Ministry Teams and CommitteesBoard of Trustees (Bob Sherrill, 636-391-0487, bobsherrill@swbell.net)This ministry team is responsible for the assets of the local church and authorizes signing contracts and other legal documents on behalf of the church. (Membership is elected by the Charge Confer-ence for a three-year term. Contact Dave to be considered for nomination.)

Cemetery Committee (John Avery, 314.660.2948, javery1129@aol.com)This group maintains the cemetery on an as-needed basis.

Committee on Lay Leadership (Greg Weeks, 636.200.4703, greg.weeks@manchesterumc.org)This group ensures the congregation has a process for discovering, inviting, and supporting persons for leadership positions essential to the ministries of nuture and outreach in the community. (Membership is elected by the Charge Conference for a three-year term.)

Endowment Committee (Jerry Fritz, 314.727.8246 j_fritz@precisionfoods.com)The Endowment Committee manages funds designated for endowments and assists those wishing to establish or add an endowment fund. (Membership is elected by the Charge Conference for a three-year term.)

Finance Committee (Karen Everhart, 636.532.8708, karen.everhart@charter.net)Got a flair for finance? If so, then this is the group for you! This committee is responsible for reviewing the annual budget of the church, recommending the budget to the Church Council for approval, and monitoring the financial statements of the church throughout the year. The team meets quarterly. (Membership is elected by the Charge Conference for a three-year term. Contact Karen to be considered for nomination.)

Historical Committee (Ed Finlay, 636.227.0525)Historical committee members maintain historical records of MUMC. They meet on the first Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m. for projects and 11:00 a.m. for meetings.

Leadership Development Team (Charles Shaffer, 636.391.9722, cicashaffer@charter.net)The mission of this ministry team is to “ensure servant leadership in all MUMC ministries and programs”, continuing the successful Christian Leadership College, and developing other continuing education programs to prepare and/or develop ministry leaders to serve Christ and MUMC. We also identify and provide speakers and programs complementing this mission. If you have a passion for leadership, and/or training skills that you would like to contribute to the ministry of servant leadership, contact Charles.

Library Resource Ministry (Keith and Anne Vemmer, 314.878.7585, kvemmer@yahoo.com)This ministry team is responsible for organizing our library and assisting in the coordination of library offerings with other ministry’s themes. This involves checking in books and materials, following up on overdue materials, procurement of new materials, cataloging, and special displays.

Shopping for Our Dreams (Rene Feldkamp, 636.207.0453, annief2@earthlink.net)This ministry team helps generate revenue for the operating budget by providing stewardship opportunities through the purchase of grocery cards and the use of an online shopping website specific to our congregation with access to major retailers.

Staff Parish Relations Committee (John Avery, 314.660.2948, javery1129@aol.com)This ministry team assists clergy and staff in assessing their gifts and setting priorities for leadership and service. The committee also communicates with lay leadership and the congregation about the need for leaders or employed staff to perform certain functions for the church. (Membership is elected by the Charge Conference for a three-year term. Contact John to be considered for nomination.)

Stewardship Team (Andy Belval, 636.207.1785, abelval@sbcglobal.net)The Stewardship Ministry helps the congregation become better stewards of the gifts with which God has blessed us and helps both the congregation and the community understand the joy of giving.

Kingdom House provides quality, spiritual-based social services to meet community needs. United Way-funded and United Methodist Church-affiliated, they are a social service agency which has been serving residents of the Near Southside of St. Louis since 1902, helping people achieve better lives.

In conjunction with Manchester UMC’s Gifts in White Sunday, MUMC will increase its volunteer involvement in the Kingdom House Christmas Shop.

Continue to increase the connection between Manchester UMC’s evening Vacation Bible School and Kingdom House.

Help create a Kingdom House Kids’ Choir and Drama Program, in relationship/conjunction with MUMC’s children’s choir and drama ministries.

Create a partnership between Kingdom House’s DayCare and MUMC’s Circle of Friends Preschool.

Provide opportunities for MUMC adult small groups to take place at Kingdom House.

Explore the possibilities of MUMC Youth Ministries combining with Kingdom House in mission trips, activities, etc.

Founded in 1968, Shalom House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves women who are homeless and/or chronically homeless. Through a multidisciplinary team, Shalom House provides a temporary home and life changing support that enables women to address the root causes of their homelessness in order to acquire and maintain permanent housing.

With the staff of Shalom House, establish and sponsor a Permanent Supportive Housing program.

Create and sponsor an Extreme Makeover Ministry that would assist recent/emerging Shalom House graduates in securing items for their new apartments and decorating their new apartments.

Increase the one-on-one connection between MUMC’s Drama Ministries, Trunk or Treat, and other ministries and Shalom House.

Provide transportation and free tickets to MUMC music concerts and other special events.

ON INITIATIVES & GOALS FOR 2012

Office & Facility AssistanceBulletin Stuffers (Dave Chorpening, 636.527.9003, gchorpening@hotmail.com)Bulletin Stuffers assist in the process of communicating the many exciting and meaning forms of ministry at MUMC by helping prepare the bulletins for weekend worship services. The team meets at church every Friday morning from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Weekly servants and substitute servants are needed.

Counters (Corrine Thompson, 636.200.4732, corrine.thompson@manchesterumc.org)Counters tally and balance the Sunday offering and prepare the Monday morning deposit. They meet every Monday morning from 9-11 a.m.

Creve Coeur Sign Brigade (Janie Walker, 636.458.8238 jawretired@aol.com; Kevin Tobin, 314.540.5027, ktobin@att.net)Team members are needed to change the message and calendar on MUMC’s Creve Coeur sign once or twice a month. It takes about 20 minutes to change the sign, and it is much easier if a helper comes along to assist. This is a great way to be involved on your own schedule.

Data Entry Assistants (Marilyn Wooden, 636.200.4709, marilyn.wooden@manchesterumc.org)Servants are needed to enter attendance on Mondays, or to assist with data entry work for membership and activity records as needed.

Mailing Assistants (Jan Doyle, 636.200.4723, jan.doyle@manchesterumc.org)Mailing assistants are servants who help get special mailings together and in the mail by labeling, stuffing, and sorting envelopes. Servants will be called as needed.

Pastoral Callers (Marilyn Wooden, 636.200.4709, marilyn.wooden@manchesterumc.org)This group makes calls to regular attendees in church who are absent for three weeks or more. They encourage attendance and refer any concerns in families to the pastors. The time required for each servant is about one hour per week.

Pew Crew (Kay Lind, 636.225.3432; Corrine Thompson, 636.200.4732 corrine.thompson@manchesterumc.org)This ministry team meets to straighten and replenish materials in the pew racks on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings and to prepare the Sanctuary and Chapel for worship services. Servants are needed to serve on a team once a month for about two hours.

Property Patrol (Larry House, 636.394.5777, lanhouse@sbcglobal.net)Property Patrol is a group of women and men who do general maintenance on the campus. The team meets as needed. Contact Larry to lend a hand!

Telephone Receptionists (Kristie Whitney, 636.200.4701, kristie.whitney@manchesterumc.org)Servants are needed to answer occasionally during the week and for 1 or two hours on Sunday mornings, scheduled at your convenience.

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Trunk or Treat (Betsy Eshelman, 636.527.3333, betsyesh@charter.net)This is a great event for children and families of MUMC and the community. Held in October, it delights all ages! If you love Halloween or just love planning parties, sign up to be a part of this creative team that plans the fun and makes it happen!

Vacation Bible School (Director of Children & Family Ministry)MUMC will host a family-oriented community evening Vacation Bible School, Sunday – Thursday, July 15 through July 19, 2012. There will be fun activities for kids (preschool through entering 6th grade) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. plus an optional family meal at 5p.m. The 2012 year is “Sky – Everything is Possible with God!” Kids will discover that by trusting God, everything is possible – the sky is the limit. God’s Word will come alive through drama, singing, dancing, art, and games. This ministry will engage hundreds of dedicated servants as we fling open the doors to share this special week with friends and families in our community. Servants are needed during VBS week as well as help with advance planning. On the signup sheet, please check your area of interest.

Co-DirectorFlight Crew (Teachers and Assistants)Drama CrewMusic CrewAll Star Games CrewImagination Station (Crafts) CrewSky Dive Dinner (Meals) CrewHospitality (Welcome Desk and Greeters) CrewScenic Arts CrewPlanning/Promotion/Administration CrewsOther or as needed

Blessings at Birth (Miya Merkel, 636.230.7866, paulandmiya@prodigy.net)Our team welcomes the newest members of our congregation! The team delivers special blankets to new babies of MUMC member families in our area. These beautiful blankets are handmade and blessed by the Prayer Shawl ministry.

Circle of FriendsCircle of Friends Early Childhood Center (Kandace Herring, 636.394.6867, kandace.herring@manchesterumc.org)Manchester UMC’s preschool is always interested in servants to assist with special events and for names to add to its substitute teacher list. The program runs Monday – Friday during the school year.

Circle of Friends Preschool Committee (Jennifer McGillivary, 314.835.1835, jenmcg@sbcglobal.net)This team meets monthly at MUMC and is responsible for fundraising and special events, assisting staff as needed, promoting the COF preschool program, and helping with community outreach among preschool families. The COF committee acts as a liaison between COF Preschool and MUMC. Committee members are appointed annually by nomination and serve a three-year term.

Scouting (John Klos, 636.227.0075, klos41@msn.com)God and Country Program A part of the scouting program is the God and Country award, which scouts are encouraged to complete. Servants are needed to assist Boy and Girl Scouts through this learning process

Boy Scout Troop 801 MUMC sponsors Boy Scout Troop 801, whose membership is open to all boys whose families are members of MUMC. Servants are needed to serve as troop leaders.

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Sunday Morning MinistriesNursery Sunday School Teachers (Sally Cleveland, 636.200.4707, sally.cleveland@manchesterumc.org)Loving, nurturing servants are needed to spend one hour each month in our nursery in either the toddler room or in the infant room during Sunday morning services. Substitutes are also needed to fill in when the regularly scheduled servant is unable to be with the children. This ministry’s goal is to make church experiences for our youngest children a positive, loving, and fun experience from the very first day. (All nursery servants must be Safe Sanctuary certified.)

Sunday Morning Teaching Teams (Director of Children & Family Ministry)Join our great team of dedicated Sunday school teachers! Curriculum and training are provided. Our program serves children ages 2 – 5th grade. (All teachers must be Safe Sanctuary certified.)

Sunday School Substitutes (Director of Children & Family Ministry)Servants are needed as substitute teachers for Sunday mornings when there are emergencies and a teacher is unable to be in attendance. (All substitutes must be Safe Sanctuary certified.)

Seasonal & Special Event MinistriesChildren’s Christmas Festival (Amy Glisson, 636.230.2947; Julie Avise, 636.394.4973, jcavise@sbcglobal.net)Servants are needed to plan and facilitate this popular event, which includes breakfast, a visit with Santa, and crafts.

Easter Eggstravaganza! (Director of Children & Family Ministry)This is an exciting seasonal children’s ministry that includes an egg hunt, crafts, games and fun ways to observe the Easter Season at home. Servants are needed for staffing activity stations --- all supplies and instructions provided. Kiddie Gym (Director of Children & Family Ministry)Summer fun and fellowship for preschool age children and their parents. Servants are needed to help organize and facilitate this fun-filled ministry.

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FAITH FORMATION -CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

MUMC Faith in Action Day (Scott Walker, 636-530-7101, scottw120@aol.com)Be the Difference by being the church (not just going to church) on Sunday, April 29, 2012. As we take our worship time to leave the sanctuary to be in service to those in need in Manchester, St. Louis city, and the greater metropolitan area. Join us as we grow the 1,600+ individuals and families who participated last year in impacting the lives of others in a very rewarding way.

Sneakers with Soul (Moe Parisien, 636.227.8655, mparisien@mac.com)In 2010, MUMC initiated this mission effort that ultimately collected and distributed in excess of 3,000 pairs of new sneakers for needy children and youth within the greater St. Louis area. Sneakers with Soul has become a year round initiative for MUMC. Going forward we are on a mission to see that no child or young person in the greater St. Louis community (and possibly beyond) is without quality footwear. Visit our Facebook fan page at http://on.fb.me/sneakers-with-soul to learn what’s going on and “Like” us.

Bicycle Re-Hab (Jim Vail, 314-724-8272, jandlvail@sbcglobal.net)This servant ministry team works to collect, clean, repair, and distribute bicycles to those in need in the St. Louis area. Over 2,800 bicycles have been donated to charitable causes over 11 years of the Bicycle Re-Hab ministry. The group meets from 8:00-12:00 on most Thursday mornings, and also has rehab dates set for January 27-28, April 13-14, September 21-22, and October 26-27, 2012.

Fair Trade Coffee (Debbie McWard, 636.227.9268, debmcward@earthlink.net)This ministry, in part, educates MUMC about Fair Trade practices. It also offers coffee, tea, and chocolate products from farmers in foreign countries for sale on Sunday mornings. Servants are needed to help order, stock, and sell these products.

MISSION & SERVICE

Spirit Camp Assistants Be a part of this wonderful five-day camp in July for the Mid-High youth. This is a diverse camping experience that is cherished by the campers for years.

Small Group LeadersSmall group leaders meet weekly with Mid-High or Senior High students to teach and challenge youth to grow in their faith.

Snack Supper Servers (Kathy Busch, 636.394.5476)Three to five adults are needed each week on a rotating basis to help prepare and serve supper to our youth, and then to clean up afterwards. Some nights are easy, some are more complex, but all nights are fun and guaranteed to bring smiles and laughter to the adults and the youth. No advance work necessary.

SportsBasketball Teams (Mike Fritz, 314.275.8476, mhfsr2001@yahoo.com)Adults are needed to help coach, referee, or be a team helper for our children and youth. MUMC teams compete with teams from other area churches. Age levels include second grade through high school. Practices start in November, and games start in January and run through early March.

WorshipAcolyte Instruction (Diane Lawrence, 636.391.6435, dslmath@aol.com)This ministry team helps to instruct acolytes to serve in MUMC worship services.

Choir Assistants and Accompanists (Kevin McBeth, 636.200.4712, kevin.mcbeth@manchesterumc.org)Help the youth choirs serve our church, community, and beyond. Needs include choir tour assistance, costumes, set design, choreography, and general support. Contact Kevin to make a difference in this exciting ministry area!

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A/V MediaMedia Club (Will Brinkhorst, 636.200.4741, will.brinkhorst@manchesterumc.org)The Media Club teaches youth aspects of photography and video to record youth events, promote youth activities, support worship experiences and church activities.

Confirmation (Ryan Langeland, 636.200.4735, ryan.langeland@manchesterumc.org)Confirmation LeadersLead the youth in a small group of 8 or 9 as they journey through Confirmation studies on Sunday nights. In early May, youth will make the decision to confirm their faith in Christ and join Manchester UMC.

Confirmation Prayer Partners (November-May) Be a prayer partner to one of our confirmands by sending cards/notes of encouragement and praying. You will be invited to attend the Agape Dinner in February and hopefully attend the Confirmation service in mid-May.

Leaders & Greeters (Ryan Langeland, 636.200.4735, ryan.langeland@manchesterumc.org)Retreats and Camps

Retreat Chaperones Fun-loving adults are needed to chaperone the youth retreats.

Retreat Leaders Adults are needed to chaperone the youth retreats. Come be a part of this awesome group!

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Fair Trade Market (Edana Huse, 636.230.6680, whuse@prodigy.net; Kimi Butler, 636-230-2988, thebutlersdidit@msn.com)The Fair Trade Market works with Plow Sharing Crafts and other Fair Trade vendors for this event traditionally held in November during the weekends before and after Thanksgiving. Servants are needed to help with outreach, marketing/PR, educational activities, set-up, and help with sales of these products.

Gifts in White (Laurie Hopkins, 636.230.6423, lhopkins@cbiz.com; Marilyn Welch, 636.394.6557, mj.welch@earthlink.net)Gifts in White weekend is held during Advent and is a time when the entire congregation participates by bringing gifts wrapped in white paper for: Epworth Children’s Home, Kingdom House, and Shalom House. The committee meets once in November to prepare. Servants are needed to staff information tables, and, during the event, manage and distribute the large number of gifts brought in at the worship services. Average time commitment per servant is 1-2 hours.

Greeting Card Ministry (Kathy Wilbret, 636.256.3895, kwilbret@swbell.net)Cards are made by MUMC members and sent with personal messages to 5-10 persons per month, including new MUMC members, confirmands, and graduates. Sympathy and thinking of you cards are also sent.

Health and Wellness Ministry (Linda Schultz, 636.227.2591, lindamschultz@gmail.com)The mission of the Health and Wellness Ministry is to promote wellness and influence healthy behavior changes throughout the community. Strategies used are speakers, written resources, and screenings.

Outreach & Missions Team (Beth Elders, 636.200.4724, beth.elders@manchesterumc.org)Come join this exciting group of servant leaders as together they work to help lead MUMC outside the walls of the church and into a world in need.

PB&J (Persons Between Jobs) (Beth Elders, 636.200.4724, beth.elders@manchesterumc.org)Our church family is a terrific networking opportunity! This ministry allows church members who are between jobs to publish their employment information in the church bulletin on a regular basis, sharing with the congregation their name, area of employment, and contact info. Servants are needed to help implement this ministry.

Prayer Chain (Carolyn Langston, 636.200.4708, carolyn.langston@manchesterumc.org)Prayer partners are a vital prayer ministry at MUMC. When prayer requests of any urgent nature are received, the prayer chain is alerted and the prayers start immediately.

Prayer Shawl Ministry (Penny Klebe, 636.394.5087, pklebe@aol.com; Kathy Zilligen, 636-527-8307, kathy.j.zilligen@uhc.com)The Prayer Shawl Ministry Team knits shawls, blesses them, and then gives them to people who are seriously ill or in crisis. Most of the knitting is done at home. The team meets at church on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. to knit, fellowship together, and to bless the completed shawls. More knitters are always needed!

Red Cross Blood Drive Workers (Peggy Foshee, 636.391.5948, dlfosh@aol.com)Manchester UMC hosts four blood drives each year, held on the fifth Sunday of each month. Servants are needed to register donors, make phone calls, and work in the canteen.

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Instrumentalists (Kevin McBeth, 636.200.4712, kevin.mcbeth@manchesterumc.org)Fairly proficient instrumentalists of any kind are needed for occasional participation in concerts, musicals, and special events. We also have openings for membership with some of our ongoing groups like One Voice, Joyful Noise, and Manchester Brass.

Manchester Bell Choir (Sherry Boland, 636.200.4733, bolandse@aol.com)Open to adult and selected youth (7th grade and above) bell ringers with beginning through intermediate ringing ability, this group rings monthly for worship, plays concerts, and plays as an outreach to the community during Christmas at Gambrill Gardens. Rehearsals are on Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m.

Music Ministry Team (Tim Zink, 636.230.9017; Kevin McBeth, 636.200.4712, kevin.mcbeth@manchesterumc.org)Join the group that guides one of the top church music programs in the country. The team meets periodically as program needs demands. Open to all in the church with an interest in music in worship – you don’t have to be a music program participant to help.

Vesper Bell Choir (Sherry Boland, 636.200.4733, bolandse@aol.com)Rehearsing Tuesdays, 7-8:45 p.m., this select advanced handbell choir for youth and adults performs at these special events: the Coventry Choir Christmas Concerts and at the Chancel Choir Christmas Concerts. During Lent, the choir rings at the Ash Wednesday service and at special services on Easter Sunday.

Visual ArtsAltar Guild (Ann Garber, 314.307.1322, garberea@yahoo.com)The Altar Guild maintains the atmosphere in the worship spaces of the church with the creative use of banners, flowers, and other appropriate items. They also care for chancel areas in the sanctuary and chapel, usually carried out monthly by pairs. The group meets twice a year to plan for Easter and Advent, with possible additional meetings/activities for special services.

Banner Ministry (Diane Lawrence, 636.391.6435, dslmath@aol.com)This group creates visual inspiration for worship during each church season or celebration through the use of color, symbols, and scripture. Artists, seamstresses, and general helpers are needed to complete and hang banners.

Special Decorations (Ann Garber, 314.307.1322, garberea@yahoo.com)Extra hands are always needed to help prepare our church for Christmas and Easter seasons. Occasional assistance is also needed to help with special services.

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Core Mission Initiatives (Beth Elders, 636.200.4724, beth.elders@manchesterumc.org)The Bridge Located at Centenary UMC, the Bridge provides sanctuary for homeless and at-risk persons in St. Louis. Meals and support services for basic human needs are offered by a staff intent on eradicating homelessness, by guiding guests on a path to self-sufficiency

Epworth Children & Family ServicesFounded in 1864 as a mission agency of The United Methodist Church, Epworth Children and Family Services opened its doors to Civil War orphans and has been dedicated to the well-being of children ever since. Today Epworth provides services to foster care kids, homeless and runaway youth, families in crisis, and special needs students.

SERVICE IN THE COMMUNITY (AND BEYOND!)

Room at the Inn (Breakfast, Hosts, and Drivers – Chris Vogt, 636.861.8484, chris-vogt@att.net; Cooks – Bob Berry, 314.965.6954; Laundry – Karen Manders, 636.391.2010)Room at the Inn provides shelter, dinner, and breakfast for homeless families (7 to 10 guests) on the first Sunday of each month. Servants are needed to stay overnight at MUMC with the homeless, drive the church van on Sunday evening and/or Monday morning; prepare and serve the Sunday evening meal (and dine with the guests), provide breakfast on Monday mornings, and to wash the bed linens and towels that are used by the overnight guests. This is only a once or twice a year commitment. Contact the names listed above for more information.

Stephen Ministry (Stephanie Lendt, 636-200-4705, stephanie.lendt@manchesterumc.org; Moe Parisien, 636-227-8655, mparisien@mac.com)This ministry provides MUMC with trained lay caregivers (called Stephen Ministers) who provide confidential, one-on-one Christian care to the bereaved, hospitalized, terminally ill, separated, divorced, unemployed, relocated, and others facing a crisis or life challenge. Training is about fifty hours, and following commissioning, Stephen Ministers participate twice a month in supervision and continuing education with their Stephen Leaders.

Tuesday Morning Prayer Gathering (UMW) (Marlene Kuhlman, 314.878.8291)Prayer is an important part of our everyday life. It is a dialogue between God and us. Consider joining this group on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 in the fireside room as we pray for our congregation, the community, and the world.

Volunteers in Mission (VIM) (Bonnie Lester, 636.391.8108, bklester@sbcglobal.net)VIM groups go out into the world to make new relations and nurture existing relationships. The purpose is to spread the love of Jesus Christ to a world in need. VIM Servants have built churches, schools, taught Vacation Bible School, and many other things that have made a difference to those a world away or in our own backyard. Teams will be formed for 2012 soon. Serve – you’ll be glad you did!

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Kids’ Corner Helping Hands (Sally Cleveland, 636.200.4707, sally.cleveland@manchesterumc.org)Kids Connection is a special time just for children ages 3 – 1st grade that allows them to hear the theme of the day’s sermon in varied and age-appropriate ways. Leaving just before the sermon at the 10:50 worship service, Helping Hands servants will assist children with the crafts, games, and activities planned for the morning.

Lay Reader & Lay Speaker MinistriesLay Readers (Jana Stiller, 314.821.7915, janastiller@att.net)These servants enhance and assist in Saturday evening and/or Sunday morning worship services by reading various elements of the service. If you have the gift of a good reading voice and delivery, this is a place you can serve!

Local and Certified Lay Speaker Programs (Carolyn Langston, 636.200.4708, carolyn.langston@manchesterumc.org)This ministry trains adults and youth to take leadership positions in the local church. Local Lay Speakers are trained to help lead in worship or in other all-church or administrative meetings within their own congregations. Certified Lay Speakers complete additional advanced training and may be called upon to speak at other area congregations as well as their own. Local church membership is required.

Music MinistriesBeginning Adult Bell Choir (Sherry Boland, 636.200.4733, bolandse@aol.com)This bell choir for new bell ringers is also offered for those needing to refresh and update their skills. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 7-8:15 p.m. Please call Sherry Boland to find out more information about playing in this bell choir.

Chancel Choir (Kevin McBeth, 636.200.4712, kevin.mcbeth@manchesterumc.org)Provides musical leadership for the 10:50 a.m. worship service. This 160+ member choir performs a variety of music, from classical to spirituals. Its annual season includes several concerts with an orchestra, a domestic tour, and various special services. This un-auditioned choir meets weekly for rehearsal on Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. and is open to anyone seeking a rewarding musical outlet.

Chapel Choir (John Cargile, 636.200.4728, john.cargile@manchesterumc.org)Provides an opportunity for singers who prefer a smaller group and a smaller time commitment. Rehearses twice a month on Wednesday nights from7-8:30 p.m. and sings twice a month at the Saturday 5 p.m. worship service and other services throughout the year.

Children’s ChoirsWeekly Choir Assistants (Lori Borger, 636.200.4716, bborger@earthlink.net)Our Children’s Choirs rely on weekly assistants who work with the directors to implement programming. Must be Safe Sanctuary certified.

Directors & Accompanists (Lori Borger, 636.200.4716, bborger@earthlink.net)MUMC’s children’s choirs are occasionally in need of directors, assistant directors, and accompanists with adequate musical training or experience for a given age level, and a desire and ability to establish positive relationship with children.

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Kingdom House Kingdom House provides excellent, spiritual-based social services to meet community needs. United Way-funded and United Methodist Church-affiliated, they are a social service agency which has been serving residents of the Near Southside of St. Louis since 1902, helping people achieve better lives..

Shalom House Founded in 1968, Shalom House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves women who are homeless and/or chronically homeless. Through a multidisciplinary team, Shalom House provides a temporary home and life changing support that enables women to address the root causes of their homelessness in order to acquire and maintain permanent housing.

Meal-A-Month (Christine Waldrop, 636.230.3525, cwldw@aol.com)Sign up to help collect and distribute food to two area food pantries: Shalom House and Circle of Concern. Approximately 14 servants are needed on Meal-A-Month Sunday with three to four hours of actual work time. They also have an annual meeting.

Circle of Concern (Barbara Brown, 636.394.7176, barb63011@aol.com)Servants are needed to work in a variety of ways with this food pantry/emergency assistance agency that provides help to low income families in the West County area. To sign up to volunteer, go to www.circleofconcern.org and complete the application. Times, jobs, and persons needed are addressed on an “as needed” basis.

Shalom House Meal Ministry (Marilyn Welch, 636-394-6557, cj.welch@earthlink.net, Amy Buechler, 636-386-1545, ferrisbuehler@charter.net)Volunteers prepare a hot meal for residents every Tuesday. Each team of four provides dinner four times a year. The meal is dropped off at church and delivered by a Shalom House volunteer.

Lydia’s House (Barbara Polster, 636.532.6988, polsterb@charter.net)The Lydia’s House Ministry promotes and supports the women and children who live at Lydia’s House, a home for abused women and children. Servants are needed to help with collecting household items (e.g. paper supplies, furniture, etc.). Help is also needed to redecorate apartments, sponsor a family at Christmas, or providing a community meal for the residents.

Manchester Center for Developmentally Disabled Adults (Allie Contini, 636.391.0251)The Center is a not-for-profit agency serving developmentally disabled adults in St. Louis County in a full-year program. Servants are needed to help with crafts, field trips, etc.

West County Care Center (Bingo – Kathryn Cox, 636.391.0862, kcox@rgare.com; Hymn Sing – Steve Merritt, 636.227.4686; Christmas Gifts – Laura Ross, 636.527.0994, lross.mo@prodigy.net)This team needs servants to assist with bingo on the third Saturday of each month from 9:45-11:00 a.m. You may sign up to assist with one or more Saturdays throughout the year. On the third and fifth Sundays of each month at 2 p.m. there is an “old fashioned hymn sing”. And at Christmas, MUMC provides gifts for all residents – help is needed to purchase, collect, and distribute the gifts.

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SERVICE IN THE CHURCH

English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutors (Audrey Hubbard, 636.391.0452, djahubbard@sbcglobal.net)Servants are needed to help adults learn to speak English, assigned by Parkway Area Adult Basic Education.

Habitat for Humanity – St. Louis (Terry and Barbara Zenser, 636.394.4608, zenser@sbcglobal.net)Servants 16 years and older are needed to work in the late spring through fall on a Habitat for Humanity home. Varying levels of skilled workers are needed for construction on Wednesdays or Saturdays. Join as a volunteer crew worker, leader, or liaison for a homeowner. (To help raise funds for this project, see the MOHAB Riders ministry.)

50th Anniversary Dinner (J.J. Hancock, 636.225.0247, hancockb@swbell.net)This ministry team helps to honor the couples who are celebrating their 50th Anniversary by preparing and serving a dinner for these special couples. Servants are needed to prepare and serve the meals.

Apple Butter Days (Kathy Walker, 636.519.8681, kathymdw@aol.com)A long-standing MUMC two-day fall event involving all ages, the Apple Butter Days celebration provides great fellowship and delicious apple butter to all. Servants are needed to peel and cook apples and can the apple butter, and may serve for an hour or any part of the day.

Family Camp (Holly Butka, 636.519.8084, holly.j.butka@monsanto.com)Family Camp is a fall weekend camping trip for the entire family to participate in outdoor activities, fellowship, and worship. Servants are needed to plan and coordinate the camp.

Friendship Class Leader or Helper (Tracy Marak, 636.527.8537, themaraks@charter.net; Kimi Butler, 636.230.2988, thebutlersdidit@msn.com)Servants are needed to assist or lead MUMC’s special needs adult class at 10:50 on Sunday mornings. No experience needed, just patience and a caring heart.

Meal & Ministries (Wednesday nights during the school year)Dinners (Corrine Thompson, 636.200.4732, corrine.thompson@manchesterumc.org)Servants are needed to help with meal prep, room set-up, and clean-up.

Adult Ministries (Debbie Irving 636.200.4720, debbie.irving@manchesterumc.org)Do you have a unique talent or hobby such as auto repair, water painting, dance, or model railroading? Share your talents and interests for a 1-3 week session during our Ministries time on Wednesday evenings.

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Drama MinistriesCostume Crew (Lori Borger, 636.200.4716, bborger@earthlink.net)Assists in the design and creation (sewing and non-sewing) of all costumes, including the organizing of the costumes for performances.

Drama Team - Acting Up! Youth 4th – 8th grade (Bonnie Halls, 636.527.7235, bonnie@hallssales.com)This enthusiastic group usually meets twice per month on Sunday mornings to write, then perform dramatic reenactments of Bible stories for Sunday School children. They also perform at VBS and other venues.

Drama Team (Acts of Faith - Adults) (Lori Borger, 636.200.4716, bborger@earthlink.net)This group of college & adult actors of all ages and all levels of experience, meet at different times throughout the year for fellowship and service, script reading, acting exercises and theatre games. Dramas for worship and major productions are cast from this group, as well as from younger drama teams. Attendance at meetings is an informal way of auditioning. All are welcome!

High School Drama Team – Youth 9th – 12th grade (Pat Niday, 314.302.8929, patniday@gmail.com; Genny Schumacher, 314.822.1599, ladybead@aol.com)This newly formed group will meet monthly to practice improvisational acting and to plan and rehearse dramas for worship, youth and other venues. No experience is necessary, just a creative team spirit!

Stage Crew (Lori Borger, 636.200.4716, bborger@earthlink.net)We are often in need of backstage help, pre-production set-up and post-production break-down of sets, props, etc. If you enjoy behind-the-scenes work in productions, this is a fun and much-needed way to be a part of our productions.

Publicity Crew (Lori Borger, 636.200.4716, bborger@earthlink.net)This ministry assists with advertising special drama events in the local media and beyond.

Scenic Arts Team (Bill Borger, 636.394.4114, bborger@earthlink.net; Jason West, 636.448.9235, jawest2004@charter.net)This ministry answers the call whenever sets or special displays are needed. Any youth, men or women with design, construction, carpentry, mechanical, or artistic interests and/or skills are welcome!

Technical Support Crew (Lori Borger, 636.200.4716, bborger@earthlink.net)The technical support crew provides A/V, lighting, and photography assistance to the drama ministries.

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Children’s Ministries (Director of Children & Family Ministry)Energized servants are needed to assist children with crafts and activities for pre-planned small groups on Wednesday evenings.

Servants are needed to share talents with children such as baking, wood-working, pottery, basketball, beading, foreign language, etc.

Photo Directory Coordinator (Carla Tobin 314.401.4646, cjtobin@me.com)Servants are needed to help coordinate MUMC’s photo directory - signing people up before and after worship services, assisting on the photo layout, and serving as the liaison between Olan Mills and MUMC.

The Visiting Ministry (Ralph Burns, 636-225-9253, rburns9900@aol.com)The Visiting Ministry serves to visit and bring the love of Jesus Christ to those who are not always able to get out. Servants visit once a month. Individuals as well as Sunday school classes and other groups are invited to share their time with others.

UMW “Market for Missions” Garage Sale (RenéFeldkamp, 636.207.0453, annief2@earthlink.net; Jeanine Patton, 636.936.8475, jbpatton@charter.net, Michelle Winterberger, buddy0598@yahoo.com)Held each spring, the “Market for Missions” garage sale raises money for mission work. More than 200 servants are needed each year for a variety of tasks including sorting, pricing, and organizing a few days before the sale. Servants are also needed on the days of the sale to assist customers and tally items in the check-out lanes.

United Methodist Men (UMM) (Tom Lawrence, 314.608.8034, twlawr@swbell.net)United Methodist Men is a group of men of all ages who gather together for fellowship, mission projects, and spiritual growth. Servants are needed to assist with their twice-a-year planning retreats, hosting the Lenten and Advent Breakfast, and the Christmas Tree Lot (which helps fund scholarships and supports other Christian organizations and special projects at MUMC.

United Methodist Women (UMW) (RenéFeldkamp, 636.207.0453, annief2@earthlink.net; Jeanine Patton, 636.936.8475, jbpatton@charter.net)The United Methodist Women offers creative, supportive fellowship for women of all ages and participates in global and local missionary projects. Servants are needed to help with leadership positions and programming for special events as needed. UMW members attend small group meetings every other month to share interests and ideas for UMW activities.

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A/V & Media Ministries (Will Brinkhorst, 636.200.4741, will.brinkhorst@manchesterumc.org)The A/V & Media ministries help provide audio and visual elements to create a more meaningful worship experience. They are also responsible for A/V during concerts, drama presentations, weddings, funerals, etc. If you have experience in or would like to learn about audio, powerpoint, or video – sign up! We need creative people like you!

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CommunionCommunion Servers (Betty Morrison, 314.753.8405, bamorey@sbcglobal.net; Juanita Bergman 636.227.4586, juanberg@yahoo.com; Cheri Hoeferlin, 636-778-0654)This ministry team is comprised of members of the congregation who assist the ministers and acolytes in serving communion. Each server is needed to assist in worship two to four times during the year.

Communion Stewards (Gloria Clement, 636.394.5862, gdclement@yahoo.com; Juanita Bergman, 636.227.4586, juanberg@yahoo.com; Cheri Hoeferlin, 636-778-0654)Communion Stewards prepare communion elements for the Sanctuary and Chapel worship services each month and are responsible for cleaning after the communion services and properly disposing of any elements not used.

Dance MinistryFaith Movers (Marilyn Jacober, 314.374.6517, pinkgolftee@yahoo.com)In 2 Samuel 6:14, King David was so excited to be in the presence of God that he danced! Why not express your faith by joining Faith Movers? Rehearsal dates and times vary throughout the year to accommodate participants’ schedules. Open to all ages – male or female – and no formal dance training needed.

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WELCOMINGMINISTRIES

Specialty Coffee Team (Jan Doyle, 636.200.4723)Sign up to help brew the specialty coffee for Sunday morning from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Takes approximately one hour.

Deaf Ministry (Sign Language Interpreters) (Debbie Veatch, 636.256.9470, dveatch@charter.net)Provides sign language interpreters for the 9:30 and 10:50 a.m. worship services each Sunday and during the 5 and 7 p.m. Christmas Eve service. Trained sign language interpreters are needed – contact Debbie for more information.

Funeral Corps (Ruth Ward, 636.227.8938, ruthjward@sbcglobal.net)This ministry team provides comfort and hospitality to family members suffering the loss of a loved one. Servants are needed to help prepare lunch for family members and friends on the day of the funeral.

Hospitality Team (Ruth Ward, 636.227.8938, ruthjward@sbcglobal.net)The Hospitality Team serves small luncheons and dinners as needed and assists with other hospitality needs in the congregation. Servants are needed to lend a hand with these welcoming ministries!

New Member MinistriesMUMConnect (Jen White, 636.200.4734, jen.white@manchesterumc.org)Do you remember what it was like to be a new member in this big church? Be a part of a team that helps new members get “connected” to the life of our MUMC family.

New Member Lunch Teams (Barb Gifford, 636.256.0398 bkgifford@earthlink.net; Dorothy Wilkes, 636.227.6316, wilkes309@att.net)Help welcome new members by preparing and serving lunch. Duties include preparation, set-up, hosting, and clean-up. (Takes approximately two hours.)

Welcome Center Assistants (Jan Doyle, 636.200.4723, jan.doyle@manchesterumc.org)Welcome Center Assistants serve at the Welcome Center on Sunday mornings, working together with Coaches to answer questions, give directions, and assist attendees.

Greeters (Mike Clement, 314.680.9278, mclement1310@gmail.com)Greeters welcome all members and guests to worship services. They answer questions, hand out maps or escort people to classrooms, the nursery, etc. Sign up to help offer the gift of “welcome!”

Ushers (Kevin Tobin, 314.540.5027, ktobin@att.net)Extend the hand of Christ as members and guests enter our house of worship. Ushers also help seat those who may require assistance, collect the offering, assist with communion, and clean up pews after services. During worship, ushers are responsible for monitoring the congregation and lending a helping hand to anyone in need. Ushers are needed for all services – sign up to serve today!

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Coaches (Jan Doyle, 636.200.4723, jan.doyle@manchesterumc.org)Coaches oversee the Welcome Team Greeters prior to and during Sunday services. They touch base with welcome center assistants to identify any problem areas, answer questions and make sure things run smoothly.

Coffee Hosts (JJ Hancock, 636.255.0247, hancockb@swbell.net; Linda Horodenski, 636.532.8876, lhorodenski@yahoo.com; Kay Lind, 636.225.3432; Lisa Mehringer, 636.343.9227, leisa2158@aol.com; Janine Kossieck, 314-392-9124)This team oversees the coffee and food during “Coffee Hour” on Sunday mornings from 8:30-10:50. Teams of servants are responsible for setup and cleanup and greet guests and engage everyone in conversation.