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A Call for Leadership - P. 2Pastor Steve invites you to answer the call to lay leadership this year.

Woven Together In Love - P. 2Pastor Sarah discusses our prayer for the Stewardship season.

Spooktacular! - Cover, P. 7October at Mountain View can mean only one thing: Spooktacular is coming!

Outreach Events - P. 9Outreach's fall staple events are this month: The BUMMP Salmon Dinner and the CROP Walk.

Music Staff Update - P. 11Meet the new music staff inside!

And More, including...Wherever God Leads, Worship Words, UMW, Green Earth Team, SPPRC, Church Safety, Children & Families & Youth, the Monthly Calendar, birthdays, and more!

The MessengerMountain View United Methodist Church

WE WILL GROW IN LOVE OF GOD, NEIGHBOR, AND SELF AS DISCIPLES OF JESUS CHRIST IN THE WESLEYAN TRADITION.

SUNDAY WORSHIP: 8:00 AM CHAPEL-STYLE · 9:00 AM PRAISE/MUSIC · 10:30 AM TRADITIONAL355 Ponca Place, Boulder CO, 80303 · 303-494-5025 · office@mtview.org · www.mtview.org

OCTOBER 2017

Spooktacular to Add Spice to the FallSunday, October 29, 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Does fall seem to you a season of gloom and grayness? Well, on October 29 you are invited to Mountain View’s Spooktacular, a celebration of community and the delights of childhood.

The festivities will start at 5:00 pm on the west side of the church. There will be trunk-or-treating, a bouncy house, activities for the kids, food, and fellowship. Everyone is invited (whether you have kids or not) and encouraged to wear a costume (but you don’t have to!). Then, at 6:30 pm, everyone is invited into the Sanctuary for a spooky organ concert, finishing around 7:00 pm.

If you would like to join in the fun as a trunker all you need to do is to decorate a car’s trunk, a card table, or any other creative idea you may have and arrive at church by 4:45 pm. Please also bring treats for about 120 children. Questions? Call Carol at 303-665-4104 or email star-dreams@comcast.net.

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Perhaps you have heard it said that, “the Church runs on its volunteers.” It certainly is true for Mountain View! Whether it is organizing and hosting our New Member “Launch,” or collecting donations for victims of natural disasters, our volunteers are essential! Our United Methodist congregation fields over 45

teams to meet the physical and spiritual needs of people in our community and around the world. Are you part of one of these teams at Mountain View?

Although there are Christians who do nothing, there is no one who has nothing to do. Intentional follow-through in our faith by doing missions, attending worship, involvement in service, giving gifts, tending to our prayer life, and speaking up for Christ fulfill our membership vows. Through our prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness, Mountain View members find themselves in places of service and sacrifice, and this leads to growth. Are you one of these people?

As the church organizes itself for 2018 and beyond, we rely upon the investment and involvement of members and friends to supply vision and elbow grease for the ministries we enjoy. Worship, Trustees, Administration -- nothing much happens around here without the support of dedicated hearts and willing workers. We

are in need of your time, talents, prayers and presence as we “DO” church together. Are you one of God’s people?

This is the time of the year that our Lay Leadership is looking for volunteers in support of our vast array of Christian ministries. We are calling on you to say “YES” to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, and step forward to become involved in the work of the church. We have particular need for help with our Worship, Finance, Hospitality, and Stewardship teams. Is this the right time for you to say “YES”?

I promise that being involved in your Church you will grow by your efforts, develop better friendships, and benefit from reaching out to the world through this sacred Community. Our sacred Community runs on its volunteers. Are you one of them?

If you want to volunteer, speak to anyone of these fine people:• Pastor Steve• Pastor Sarah• Elizabeth Kaufman: e3d.kaufman@gmail.com• Herb Vinson: herb.vinson@gmail.com• Judy Davis: jkdavis68@gmail.com• Helen Bosley• Pua Cowell: puahau.aki@gmail.com• Bill Good: goodphysics@hotmail.com• Jan Winquest: togoquest@gmail.com• Wendi Kirkpatrick: wendidrake@hotmail.com• Steve McGrath: mcgrath.steve.p@gmail.com• Connie Leclerc: connie.leclerc@bvsd.org

Worship Wordsby Dick Habighorst, Passionate Worship Team

Worship Words: The Pastors continue their inspiring messages about “Resiliency with Jesus in our lives.” Listen carefully for those little gems that strengthen your faith and resolve when you focus on Jesus. These messages not only build you up, but they also show the love of Jesus to your family, friends, and neighbors. You know -- the ones you bring with you to worship at Mountain View!

Sunday, October 1 17th Sunday after Pentecost – World Communion Sunday with Healing Prayers after the Communion ElementsSunday, October 8 18th Sunday after Pentecost – Children’s SabbathSunday, October 15 19th Sunday after Pentecost – Laity SundaySunday, October 22 20th Sunday after Pentecost Sunday, October 29 21st Sunday after Pentecost

Reformation Day: October 31 – A great day to celebrate and be joyful in Jesus.

We will grow in the love of God, neighbor and self, as Disciples of Jesus Christ in the Wesleyan tradition.

FROM THE SENIOR MINISTER

Wherever God Leads

Pastor Steven K. Warren pastorsteve@mtview.org

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Pastor Sarah Merchantsmerchant@mtview.org

October 2017

Whenever we are faced with humanity we are doing mission work; that is the work of seeing people in their context as God’s beloved. This might be with our families and children who need help with homework or assurance of a safe home. A mission field can be the church, work place, or food kitchen. In all these places, God invites us to see creation and humanity through God’s eyes. When we can do that and offer partnership, we’re doing mission work. For a few days in September I joined the people of Ft. Washakie with the Wind River Indian Baptist Church, the pastors there, and some friends from First UMC, Casper. This mission field was new for me while others serving the tribal communities have done so for a decade.

Over the three days on the reservation, I had a quick introduction to the attitudes of the Indian people of this reservation, the perceptions of white people, the exposure to the culture and results of the Indian’s work ethic or lack there of, and the reminder of the intricate and deeply wounding ramifications of church/pastor betrayal on individuals, faith communities and towns alike. Our work consisted of fixing up and polishing the church property and supporting “Big Tedd,” the on-site minister with conversation, company, and encouragement. During our full workday, I saw many realities that reminded me of a third world country. Even Big Tedd, who considered himself a “half-breed” since he was part Indian and part Norwegian, described the mentality and actions of Indian people in this way. I wrestled a lot with my thoughts, biases and convictions. I sensed my attitude toward the tribal people, only two of whom I actually met, mimicked many people who lived in neighboring towns. “Why are they lazy? Everyone has to work! How can people be so

stuck? Are appropriations or welfare really the answer? At what point does a person decide to move through generational trauma and act; is that possible?” Meanwhile, I questioned with the leader of the team from Casper why they were still coming and investing in this place. For Merritt, the trip leader, he came because God

told him there was still work to be done, though he constantly asked the same question. Such deeply rooted, DNA-linked characteristics of a people cannot be fixed with a clean kitchen or warm coat. In some ways then, all parties can feel stuck. At dinner one night Big Tedd began to explain the care that the church provided during the winter: 1700 blankets to families, 200-300 hot showers, counseling to dozens of young girls and boys who were victims of rape, Christmas gifts for children who would otherwise have none, trips to Casper (2.5 hrs away) and Billings (5 hrs away) for surgeries and doctors visits, and a warm building- one of so few in the whole community as most people don’t have

enough money to heat their trailer homes with propane. In this telling, my attitude changed to the immediate need and gospel lived from just showing up to clothe, to feed, to give shelter, and to offer rest. Many systemic realities and behavioral habits would remain unchanged. Still, those present all the time like Big Tedd can show up as a trusted elder on my behalf to care in ways I cannot. And usually it’s the next Tuesday or rainy Friday when such care is needed, not just “mission week.” I want people on the Wind River Reservation to win in every way I want my daughter to win, and I also realize their cheerleaders lift up different successes and possibilities than I might. However, I believe that I can champion hope through Christ regardless of situation or background. Such work of the gospel comes with time and faithful presence, not judgment or cynicism. Big Tedd might have just the right translation of hope for the Indians in Wyoming, so I need to partner with him to encourage that renewed effort of instilling and embodying hope. God hasn’t given up on these beloved people, so why should I?

What is Your Mission Field?

MUSINGS FROM PASTOR SARAH

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The Fair Trade 'Stand' is hoping to become your one stop location for your favorite quality coffee and chocolate! Starting last month, the stand began selling fair trade goods on a regular, monthly basis. Profits will go to specific causes, generally ones that might be considered Outreach.

For September and October funds will be directed towards Mozart Adevu, Mountain View's Covenant Missionary. Mozart is the Africa Regional Coordinator for the Sustainable Agriculture and Development Program for the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR). His program focuses on the training of communities for transformation, including assessment of needs and assets, and training in such areas as integrated crop and pest management,

nutrition improvement using moringa and soybeans; livestock- and poverty-improvement practices, and agroforestry to protect the environment and encourage the growing of trees that produce food and income. You will have an opportunity to meet with Mozart in late November. Funds from November and December fair trade sales will be directed to the Wesley Foundation.

Any questions or specific request please contact Fraser Thompson at 303-919-5238.

“Woven Together In Love.” That’s our claim and our prayer for this season. We are invited to weave our gifts and lives into a tapestry of love. During our Fall Stewardship drive we will anchor to the mystery and possibility experienced in Christ as lived out through the work of this faith community.

“I want you woven into a tapestry of love, in touch with everything there is to know of God. Then you will have minds confident and at rest, focused on Christ, God's great mystery.” ~Col. 2:2

Apostle Paul encourages the Colossians that they are woven together. They are vital to each other as they embrace the fullness of life in Christ. In order to create a tapestry of love to surround the hurting, hungry, and lost, we

understand that we are in this work together. As a result we are healed, nourished, and set free! In October we will explore the ways we are woven together in love- together with God, as a body of faith in worship and learning, in mission and service, through struggle, and with a covenant as a community.

Over the five weeks of October, the Stewardship Team, invites you to consider how you are woven into this tapestry through your time, presence, talents, and resources. How do you encounter God guiding your beautiful and necessary thread in and out with the Mountain View Community? We are that interconnected and valuable to each other. As such God uses our commitment to express love, peace, mercy and justice in the world.

We look toward a full and colorful tapestry, vibrant in blessings and values lived out in love, celebrating the Consecration of our Gifts on Sunday, October 29.

Sunday, October 1: Woven Together in God, Col. 2: 2-6Sunday, October 8: Woven Together in Worship and Learning, 2 Cor.s 9:7Sunday, October 15: Woven Together in Mission and Service, John 10:1-11Sunday, October 22: Woven Together in Struggle, Luke 21:1-4Sunday, October 29: Woven Together in Covenant, Ecc. 4:9-12

Woven Together in Love

Fair Trade Coffee & Chocolate Sales for a Good Cause

by Pastor Sarah

STEWARDSHIP

NEWS & EVENTS

5October 2017

Homebuilders Dinner and a Movie Saturday, October 21, 5:30 pm, FMRC Sky LoungePlease join the Homebuilders for Frasier Buffet Dinner ($11/person) in the 2nd floor dining room, followed by a movie (see below) in the Sky Lounge. No need to bring food or table service items – but we must choose the buffet. We will know what is being served one week ahead - the buffet always comes with soup and salad and at least two entrées. Make your Reservations with Jo Ann Joselyn by Sunday October 15 jjoselyn@earthlink.net or 720-562-8027.

By popular choice, the movie will be O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000) With their collective eye focused on retrieving a cache of hidden money, three convicts break out of jail in Depression-era Mississippi and embark on an epic journey that bears more than a few similarities to Homer's Odyssey.

UMCOR Early Response Team Training on Oct. 14September is Disaster Preparedness Month. In light of disasters happening in the Mountain Sky Area and around the connection, there will be a training for Early Response Teams (ERT) on October 14 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. The primary role of an ERT is to serve as a caring presence to disaster survivors. They also perform tasks requested by the affected community, matching the team's skills and abilities. They are trained by United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and deployed by United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM). Visit RMCUMC.org for more information or to sign up.

Staff/Pastor Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) Updateby Richard Derryberry, ChairThe SPRC Committee is one of our church’s administrative committees, so you may not know much about us. Our committee supports Mountain View’s clergy and staff. Each member typically serves a three-year term with a third of the group “retiring” every year.

Our committee serves as the human resources function for our church. Among other things, we participate in hiring decisions, setting pay rates, budgeting, and establishing personnel policies. It is a privilege to work closely with Mountain View’s dedicated and hard-working clergy and staff.

The SPRC Committee is composed of Jean Bowen, Richard Derryberry, Toni Gray, Brad Hendrick, Tom Phare, Wendy Saltarelli, Herb Vinson, and Amy Wright. Please contact any of us if you have ideas to share.

Help Collect Super Hats and Mittens for the Super Bowl

Hats and Mittens, a charitable organization, is working with knitters and crocheters to create a warmer and more welcoming world for children. The nonprofit collects hats and mittens for distribution to children in need during the

cold winter months. In conjunction with the 2018 Super Bowl in Minneapolis, MN, the nonprofit hopes to collect 52,000 hats and mittens. The collection will be celebrated at an interactive event on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, in Minneapolis. Mountain View knitters and crocheters wishing to participate should deliver hats and mittens to the church office by Friday, January 12 for mailing and delivery to Minneapolis. For more information, contact Cheryl Runyon at 303-494-0434. Thank you!

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Larissa Hoffman landshoffman@comcast.net

This Month in Christ's Carousel“I will bless surely bless you and make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as the sand on the seashore.” Genesis 22:17

Our first session of the school year found us exploring the story of Abraham and Sarah, and the idea of covenants and blessings. The story begins when Abraham and Sarah are told by God to travel to a far off place called Canaan. God promises them many children in this new land, making a covenant with Abraham to make him a “father of many

nations”. Their names are changed as a reminder of this covenant, and they look forward to the many blessings God will provide. Their faith leads them to the new land, but, as they are approaching 100 years old, they question God’s promise to bring them children. In fact, they both laugh at the idea! However, once settled in their new home, they are visited by three strangers who again tell them that they will have a child within the next year. After the visitors leave Abraham and Sarah realize that they were, in fact, hosting God, and soon, just as he promised, they are blessed with a son who they name Isaac. The name Isaac means laughter, which they found fitting because of the laughter they shared at the idea of having the baby they so desperately dreamed of.

Throughout the session we talked about the words “covenant” and “blessing," defining covenant as an agreement between God and people, and a blessing as being a gift from God. We talked about all the promises God makes to each of us, such as loving us always, listening to our prayers, and never leaving us to face life on our own. We explored the blessings in our lives, and said prayers to thank God for the many gifts he has given us. We explored the meanings of names, being reminded that God changed Abraham’s name as a symbol of God’s covenant with him.

In Sunday Morning Live we heard the story, and enjoyed conversations about travels we have taken. We made maps of our own faith journeys, creating places filled with the people, places, and things that we love, as well as obstacles that might keep us from God. A suitcase, filled with all that we need to get through life, was created as we talked about different parts of the story. Our Joyful Jams and Science Lab workshop found us singing “Standing on the Promises”, and creating star spinners as we looked to the sky to hear God’s covenant with Abraham. In our Art in Heaven workshop we explored our own names -- we created name cards filled with images and feelings about God, talked about what our names mean, and created with sand and stars to remind us of God’s promises. Our Solid Rock Cafe workshop found us discussing how Abraham and Sarah might have been feeling as they traveled and waited for a baby, baking up yummy pumpkin muffins that we decorated with faces displaying these emotions. And we watched “Veggie Tales: Abe and the Amazing Promise” in our Master Peace Theater workshop.

Our next session begins on October 29. We are set to explore the story of Nehemiah and how, even when our lives seem to crumble and fall, God is always there to help us rebuild.

Everyone can be a part of Christ’s Carousel! We need leaders and helpers each week, lesson plans and materials are always provided. There is a sign-up sheet for volunteers outside of Room 109, or on the church website. When you sign up, you choose which workshop you would like to lead, then you teach the same lesson to both age groups (pre-1st grade, 2nd-5th grade) over a 2-week period. Why should you be a part of Christ’s Carousel?

• You’ll experience Bible stories in all new ways• You’ll connect with our youngest church goers, building relationships with children and their families• You’ll explore your own ideas of faith as you interact with kids who are in the process of defining what faith means to them• You’ll see, feel, and share God’s amazing love

CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES

7September 2017

Friday Night Fun Club: October 13, 5:30 - 9:00 pmDrop the kids off for a night of movies, pizza, crafts, and play while you enjoy some quiet time! Cost for the event is $5 per child/$10 per family, and is open to kids of all ages. (Nursery care available for our younger participants.) You do not need to be a member of the church or attend Mountain View Preschool to take advantage of this program, so feel free to invite friends! To RSVP, please email Larissa by Thursday, October 12.

Children’s Sabbath and Bible Presentation, 10/8Each year the Children’s Defense Fund asks congregations around the country to stand together for children. This day brings awareness to the needs of children everywhere, and we celebrate the children we have in our own church community. On that morning, kids will be present throughout the 10:30 service, reading scripture and prayers and by being invited to participate in the sermon. In addition, our third graders will be presented with a Bible of their own as a gift from the church.

Mountain View Sings: December 17 I know it is only October, but please mark your calendars and plan to be at church on December 17 for our annual Mt. View Sings Celebration! All kids are invited to participate in our annual pageant presentation where we’ll use costumes, words, and music to share the story of this special season. We’ll be working with the Chancel choir, Head for Home, and the Spirit Singers to make this a celebration you don’t want to miss!

Spooktacular! October 29Everyone is invited to participate in this not-so-spooky celebration of the season! In addition to Trunk or Treat, outdoor games and activities, food, and a Halloween inspired organ concert, kids will be invited to enjoy crafts and cookie decorating! And everyone is encouraged to dress up and enjoy the event in costume!

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Rev. Wolsey and his staff are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the 2017-2018 student body. They are so pleased with the tremendous success of their 100 year celebration August 4 - 6, 2017. Brother Roger sites the following highlights:

-60 visitors over 3 days of activities-Past directors attended-Weld County Ramblers performed-Campus tour, including many new buildings-First worship service with new sound system-$1,800 raised toward elevator & staircase project-Lots of reminiscing-Special sharing of Art Simmons about his experience being 1 of the 3 black students at CU in the 50's-Interested in reading more? A Reunion Memory book was made and distributed. A copy is now available to borrow in our Mountain View library.

Now they are excited about the next 100 years of campus ministry. Stay tuned for lots of ways in which you can help make this a wonderful year for them.

Youth Sunday School grows us in faith and heart. Don’t miss out. Sundays at 10:30 am.Look Ahead! Sleep Out. The youth will be fundraising to support people who need a home. In efforts to raise funds for Attention Homes, a community supporting and sheltering homeless youth, and home construction supplies for the Sr. High Mission Trip to Guatemala, the youth want to partner with you. Help the youth match a $500 matching-grant set forth by the Risk-Taking Missions team.

Amazing opportunities ahead for youth during Crossfyre in October!Oct. 1: Spiritual Gifts, 5:30-7:00 pm Living out who we are made to be.Oct. 8: Corn Maze at Anderson Farms, 6:30 - 9:30 pm Youth Group will pay for entrance, bring friends. Meet at church.Oct. 15: Third Sunday Sabbath- No CrossfyreOct. 22: Progressive Dinner, 5:30 - 7:30pm We’ll drive around to find the best morsels in town.Oct. 29: Spooktacular, 4:30 - 6:30 pm Help run games, face painting, and bouncy castle.

by Jane Rivette

The Wesley Way -- What's up with Wesley?

CROSSFYRE YOUTH GROUP

9October 2017

BUMMP Salmon Dinner by Jane Rivette

CROP Walk, Part 2. Cute Reapers Of Prosperity? Crunching Rocks On Pavement? by Jane RivetteIt is not by coincidence that the name of this well-planned, well-orchestrated fundraiser to alleviate hunger is CROP. It isn't

an acronym, although I tried to make up a few. It is to parallel the harvesting of our crops before winter. October 15 is the

magic day in which thousands of kind souls around the US walk together rain or shine to earn money for those who are hungry: locally, nationally and internationally.

Our recent disastrous hurricanes and outrageous wildfires throughout the West and Northwest remind us of the fragility of our existence. Too many people around the world are already acutely aware of this weakness as they are hungry everyday without major disasters.

Here is an opportunity for you to help. You may go all out: encouraging your friends to be part of it, digging out your sneakers and walking one of the three designated trails around Boulder: 2.5, 4.85 or 6.42 miles for the financial support of others. If you aren't exactly the sneaker sort, you may do great deeds by simply giving money up front at a table in the Narthex. Always, always, please pray for everyone involved.

Perhaps you are the techie sort? You may sign up and/or donate online. We have our own account: www.crophungerwalk.org/boulderCO/MountainViewUMC You may peruse the homepage for lots of cool photos and info: www.bouldercropwalk.org

Perhaps you hate computers and lost your sneakers? Fear not! You may donate at the Crop display in the Narthex for a specific person to walk, or simply to the organization. You could sponsor a Welsey Student to walk. You could sponsor everyone who walks (that would be great incentive to encourage walkers). If you want to walk, please pick up your personalized envelope to fill with money you have gleaned from your friends, family, acquaintances, and kind strangers.

If I can help you in any way, please feel free to call me: Jane Rivette, (720) 887-5712 or email me at: outnindoorgirl@hotmail.com.

Sunday, October 15, 2017Starting at 2:00 pmFirst Congregational Church1128 Pine St., Boulder

Retired Rev. Gil Zyzniewski works on de-boning

Have you been anxiously waiting for the Salmon/Turkey Dinner, lovingly prepared by BUMMP?

Although BUMMP doesn't have a "C" or an "F" in it, for cooking and fish, perhaps it should. The annual salmon dinner is well-known and well-attended throughout the area. One reason is that BUMMP involves people from 16 area Methodist churches. We work together, which is quite the uncommon skill these days! Recently we added turkey because some people don't like salmon (hard to believe -- this is wild salmon, not farmed)

This salmon is donated by Paul Ralston's son who is a fisherman in Alaska. He sends us one day's catch, with the amount we receive each year varying. Whatever we get, we clean, cook, debone, and serve with secret sauces and big smiles. This is our main fundraiser to support our projects for the year.

In the past we have done construction and maintenance to Denver inner-city churches, Windsor FUMC, Warren Village, St. James UMC, Buckhorn UMC Camp, as well as UMC's in Arizona and Oregon, Kenai, Soldotna, Juneau, Wasilla, Willow, Chugiak Alaska; and in San Lorenzo, Santa and Coapan, Tlalamac, Montemorelos, Tezompa, Mexico, Guatemala. Past projects also include

flood, hurricane, and other disaster relief. Perhaps we could add someday: relief from Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Jose, or Maria, all occuring in one year. The need is great, so eat up!

RISK-TAKING MISSIONS & OUTREACH

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Outreach Briefings

Little Free Library

Donations Accepted

With the expansion of our Little Free Library to two locations (one west of the parking lot and one under the nametag holders), we are seeking book donations for re-stocking these sites. If you have books to donate, please place them in the Narthex coat closet and we will stock both libraries with these contributions.

Disaster Relief NeedsAs always, the Risk-taking Outreach and Missions team is grateful for the generosity of our faith community. We never expect anyone to donate or support all of our projects but do hope to offer opportunities that call to you. On that note, the UMCOR Disaster response fund is always a good way to support national disaster responses. That fund is #901670. UMCOR has also been asking for support for the disaster/flood clean up buckets. That number is #901440. Church World Service

is also supported by UMC as its international relief agency. All of these can be directed to the right place if you put your wishes on the memo line of your check. If you don’t know the number, just write your intent (ex. bucket or CWS). At this time, with the fires in the northwest, there is also a need for support for the Yellowstone UMC conference. That too can be written into the memo line. Thank you for your support.

Sunday, October 29, Frasier Parlor, 9:00 - 10:15 amIn Our Own Voice is a unique, informational outreach program developed by NAMI that offers insight into the recovery now possible for people living with mental illness.

In Our Own Voice provides understanding into how people with serious mental illnesses cope with the realities of their disorders while recovering and reclaiming productive lives with meaning and dignity. Additionally, the program provides a safe way for persons living with mental illness to share the ups and downs of their recovery and to offer hope to others living with a mental illness.

In Our Own Voice is dedicated to the support, education, and growth of persons living with mental illness as presenters. The personal educational component of this program dispels many myths surrounding mental illnesses and will help reduce stigma as we openly talk about it.

Mozart Adevu Returns: November 20Mozart Adevu is our Covenant Missionary who works in Ghana. He is planning a visit in November. We are happy to announce that he is able to join us on the evening of Monday, November 20. We plan to gather for a simple meal and then enjoy his presentation/discussion at 7:00 pm. We plan to be in Frasier Parlor. Please mark your calendar and plan to join us and watch for details in the bulletin.

“In Our Own Voice:”A Mental Health Awareness Presentation

RISK TAKING MISSIONS & OUTREACH

11October 2017

Steven Burchardsburchard@mtview.org

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Music Personnel UpdateAfter a summer filled with interviews and auditions, I am pleased to announce that we have filled two of the three music positions available at Mountain View. We have hired Susan Carl as our organist and Gerry Luethi as our piano accompanist. Please take a look at their biographies below. We welcome them both and look forward to working with them.

Unfortunately, we still have not filled the position of Children’s and Youth Choir Director. As a result, I will be serving as director of Spirit Singers, our youth choir. Due to time restrictions, we are putting

Children’s Choir on hold until we can find a new director. I would like to solicit some help from our congregation as we continue this search. If you know of anyone who can fill the position, please contact me with contact information for that person and I will follow through.

Gerry LuethiGerry was born a Texan, but grew up in Denver and graduated from Lakewood High School. She studied piano through those years and graduated with honors from CU Boulder in piano performance. She studied organ in later years, also in Boulder. Playing in the churches she

and her family attended was always a part of her life. Her last call was as pianist/organist at Atonement Lutheran just a short distance from Mountain View.

Gerry and her husband just celebrated 62 years of marriage. They shared choral music in every church that Gerry served and then attended as members. They have three children, all born and schooled in Boulder. They also have four grown grandchildren, three who are serving professionally in the churches they attend.

Susan Carl, B.S., C.A.G.O.A native of Alexandria, VA, Susan studied piano and participated in choirs from a young age. After graduating from Old Dominion University with a B.S. in Music Education, she taught elementary music in public schools in North

Carolina. Upon returning to Washington, DC Susan served as an organist and choir director at Fairlington Presbyterian Church, and sang in the National Symphony chorus and Washingtion Bach Consort. Her organ teachers include Dr. Joyce Shupe Kull, Dr. Benjamin Van Wye, and Frieda Vogan. In 2013 Susan received her Colleague certification from AGO. She has served as organist in many area churches, and is on the American Guild of Organists Executive Board. She has also directed handbell ensembles and is a published composer of handbell music. Susan is very happy to come to Mountain View.

Welcome new staff!

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Upcoming UMW Events• October 20-21, 2017--Rocky Mountain

Conference Annual Meeting, Hilltop UMC, Sandy, UT

• May 17-20, 2018—UMW Assembly 2018, Columbus, OH

Mountain View Memories Cookbook

The United Methodist Women are recommitting to developing a church-wide cookbook. BUT we need YOUR recipes and stories. We are asking church members and friends to share recipes that bring back special memories of family, friends, and Mountain View events. If you have recipes to share, please include your name and a brief paragraph about the memory the recipe triggers for you, and give the recipes to Bonnie Strand, Jean Wainwright or Cheryl Runyon. Thank you for sharing your recipes and memories.

UMW CirclesThe Wesley Annes Circle will meet on Tuesday, October 3, at 10:00 am in Frasier Parlor. Mary Beth Downing and Cheryl Runyon will provide a program regarding the link between educating girls across the world and the reduction in climate change factors. Donnie Gallawa and Jean Wainwright will serve as hostesses and Cheryl Runyon will provide devotions. All Mountain View women and friends are invited to join us. For more information, contact Dorothy Quincy at 303-319-1029.

The Mary Martha Circle will meet on Wednesday, October 18 at 10:00 am, in the North Alcove by the Private Dining Room. JoAnn Joselyn will present a program, “Science Headlines, and Why?” about the recent scientific events such as the solar eclipse and the Cassini mission. For more information about the meeting, contact Jan Winquest at 720-562-8215.

WOW Meets Again October 8WOW will hold its next meeting on October 8 at 10:15 am in the Flatirons Room. We will continue our fall study and discussion with Hallelujah Anyway (Rediscovering Mercy), by Anne Lamott—Chapters 2-4. All church women are invited to join us and share in our “Roses” and “Thorns.” For more information, contact Jean Bowen at 303-449-3225.

Books at Lunch Studies Dark MatterThe Books at Lunch bunch will meet on October 19 at 12:00 pm to discuss Dark Matter by Blake Crouch. The novel, in the science fiction genre, has been selected as the Broomfield county book to read and discuss this fall. The author focuses on what might have been if the main character had made other choices in his life. Crouch will appear in Broomfield on November 2, and all readers are invited to attend the discussion with Betty Baal. Please contact Betty Baal at 303-466-6805 to request a copy of the book, or look for the book at your local library. All church women are invited to read the book, bring a sack

lunch, and join us for the discussion.

“You Can Hear Us Now” is theme of RMC UMW Annual MeetingThe Rocky Mountain Conference United Methodist Women will meet Oct. 20-21 at Hilltop UMC, 985 E. 10600 South, Sandy, UT 84094 for the 45th Annual Meeting and Celebration. The theme, “You Can Hear Us Now”—Connecting for God’s Ministries will focus on plugging in, dialing up and joining together. There will be opportunities to serve by working at UMCOR West, Crossroads Center or making Days for Girls kits and connect to our sisters in Christ, workshops related to the UMW story, and worship with Bishop Karen Oliveto. The registration (and scholarship) form is available on the bulletin board across the hall from the church office; the deadline is Sept. 20 for both forms.

JOYThe wonderful presentations by Belinda Strickland and Bonnie Strand about their summer 2017 mission trips to Honduras and Alaska, respectively. Be sure to ask them both about their experiences and how you can support a future mission project

UMW Executive Board: October 19

The UMW Executive Board will meet on Thursday, October 19, at 1:00 pm. Topics to be discussed include planning for the nut sale fundraiser, Trunk or Treat at Mountain View, and making sanitary kits for Days for Girls. To suggest a topic for discussion, contact Dorothy Quincy at 303-319-1029.

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13October 2017

Green Earth Team NewsBy Mary Beth Downing

For over a year, a small team of church members has been studying issues of safety at our church, and how we might lower risks. Last month, our Safety & Security Policy & Procedure manual was shared with Church Council. Council has decided to move to the next phase of this work.

The Church Safety Team identified medical, natural disaster and intruder-based risks, and began working to better prepare to address the related scenarios. With staff, we developed a plan for which doors are to be locked and unlocked and when. A defibrillator was purchased and installed near the narthex west entrance with a grant from the Permanent Endowment Committee. Also with PEC funding, Red Cross first aid / CPR training was offered free of charge this summer. The Trustees have been looking at changes to internal doors to provide enhanced Preschool security, as well as how four external doors can be better secured using an electronic system. Our existing Safe Sanctuaries policy was reviewed, updated and incorporated into the Safety & Security Policy & Procedure Manual. An incident reporting form was created, and we have begun to track incidents (we have very few, but those that we do have we want to both respond to and learn from). An evacuation plan was prepared for our building.

Coming up this fall, several volunteers have stepped forward to act as Sunday morning Safety Team members, the “safety in action” persons, coordinating safety communications and making decisions about steps to be taken in the event of an episode.

As this group begins to meet and determines its schedule, we will decide how to identify them and introduce them and their work to ushers, greeters and congregants.

Also this fall, congregants should expect to see changes to how both Narthex doors, the Preschool main entrance and the South entrance lock. Watch for more information if you now have a key to our building, and would like to learn how to have access through one of these doors during off-hours.

We are as committed as ever to Radical Hospitality. A sense of security is an integral factor in being a welcoming, safe space. Access to the building from the West Narthex door will not be restricted during regular hours, and anyone needing East Narthex or South door access can be issued an access code once the electronic door installation is complete. Having reasonable control of the points of entry to our large, sprawling building should not take away from our providing a welcoming atmosphere.If you have questions, please contact Bonnie Strand at bstrand695@gmail.com.

Church Safety UpdateBy Bonnie Strand

Fourth Sunday GatheringJoin us on October 22 after the 10:30 am service for David Askey's report on his experiences at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation this summer. From planting trees to instructing others on building solar panels, come see his work and

listen to his reflections. We meet in the small Frasier Parlor. If 10 people RSVP, we will do a light lunch. Contact Mary Beth at mzmbeth@gmail.com to RSVP or call 303-875-2110.

Interfaith Alliance Climate Action Symposium HeldThe Interfaith Alliance Climate Action Symposium was held in Boulder mid-September. This conference was a unique opportunity to share views of Spiritual Earth Stewardship from perspectives that included Jewish faith, Muslim faith, Buddhist practice and Christian faith. There is a interfaith group within Boulder County forming a "Green Faith Circle." We hope to explore and network with other faith communities as we strive to live our faith more grounded in spirituality than materialism. In that light , we encourage you to consider alternative and/or non-profit gifts that support those in need this Christmas. Our Advent Marketplace is scheduled early in the season to offer you a chance to model this practice. Consider joining us for this event December 3 in Barker Hall.

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Sunday, October 18:00 – 9:00 am: Early Worship (S)9:00 – 10:00 am: Adult/Youth Sunday School9:00 am – 5:00 pm: Photo Sessions (BH)9:03 am – 10:00 am: Praise Service (S)10:30 – 11:30 am: Traditional Service (S)10:30 – 11:30 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:45 – 11:45 am: Children’s Sunday School 11:50 am – 12:50 pm: Spirit Singers (108)5:30 – 7:00 pm: Crossfyre (BH)

Monday, October 210:00 am – 12:00 pm: Wesley Annes (FP)1:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Brady (108)4:15 – 8:45 pm: GBYO (S, FP, VR)6:00 – 7:30 pm: Financial Peace U (202)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Outreach Meeting (208)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reserved (205)

Tuesday, October 39:30 - 12:00 pm: Wesley Annes (FP)11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Staff Meeting (205)3:30 – 7:00 pm: Bridge House Dinner (BH)5:15 – 6:30 pm: Worship Committee (208)6:00 – 8:00 pm: Infinite U (111/113)6:00 – 8:30 pm: Reserved (205)6:30 – 7:30 pm: Bell Rehearsal (S)7:00 – 9:00 pm: SPPRC (FP)

Wednesday, October 49:30 – 11:00 am: Care Team (110)10:00 – 11:00 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:30 am – 1:30 pm: There with Care (BHK)11:00 am – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (111/113)1:00 – 9:00 pm: Photo Sessions (FP)3:45 – 6:15: Violin – Morris (108)4:30 – 6:15 pm: Flute – Kelly (202)5:00 – 6:30 pm: Girl Scouts Troop 182 (109)6:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Morris (112)6:30 – 7:30 pm: MA Meeting (BH)6:30 – 8:00 pm: Wednesday Night Women (205)7:00 – 9:00 pm: BVSPS (208)7:00 – 8:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal (S, 108)

Thursday, October 59:00 – 11:00 am: Boulder Networking (BH)12:00 – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (108)1:00 – 9:00 pm: Photo Sessions (FP)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Trustees Meeting (FP)

Friday, October 63:45 – 6:15 pm: Suzuki Strings (S, BH, VR,

FP, Classrooms)

Saturday, October 78:30 – 11:00 am: Share a Gift Meeting (FP)9:00 am – 2:00 pm: Choir Retreat (FMRC)5:00 – 6:30 pm: Head for Home (S)7:30 – 10:00 pm: NA Meeting (FP)

Sunday, October 88:00 – 9:00 am: Early Worship (S)9:00 – 10:00 am: Adult/Youth Sunday School9:00 am – 5:00 pm: Photo Sessions (BH)9:03 am – 10:00 am: Praise Service (S)10:30 am – 12:30 pm: Men’s Group (208)10:30 – 11:30 am: Traditional Service (S)10:30 am – 12:30 pm: WOW (205)10:30 – 11:30 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:45 – 11:45 am: Children’s Sunday School 11:50 am – 12:50 pm: Spirit Singers (108)12:00 – 1:00 pm: Launch with the Pastor (FP)5:30 – 7:00 pm: Crossfyre (BH)

Monday, October 91:15 – 5:45 pm: Violin – Brady (202)4:15 – 8:45 pm: GBYO (S, FP, VR, 108, 109, 111/113, 112)5:45 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Brady (Office)6:00 – 7:30 pm: Financial Peace U (202)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reserved (205)

Tuesday, October 1011:30 am – 1:00 pm: Staff Meeting (205)3:30 – 7:00 pm: Bridge House Dinner (BH)6:00 – 10:00 pm: Handweavers (FP)6:00 – 8:00 pm: Infinite U (111/113)6:00 – 8:30 pm: Reserved (205)6:30 – 7:30 pm: Bell Rehearsal (S)6:30 – 8:00 pm: NA Committee (208)7:00 – 8:00 pm: Lay Leadership (110)

Wednesday, October 1110:00 – 11:00 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:30 am – 1:30 pm: There with Care (BHK)11:00 am – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (111/113)12:00 – 1:30 pm: Men’s Lunch Bunch (FP)3:45 – 6:15: Violin – Morris (108)4:30 – 6:15 pm: Flute – Kelly (202)5:30 – 6:30 pm: Music Staff Meeting (205)6:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Morris (112)6:30 – 7:30 pm: MA Meeting (FP)7:00 – 9:00 pm: BVSPS (208)7:00 – 8:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal (S, 108)

Thursday, October 1212:00 – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (108)

6:30 – 8:30 pm: NAMH (208)

Friday, October 135:00 – 6:00 pm: Wedding Rehearsal (S)5:30 – 9:00 pm: Fun Club (FP)

Saturday, October 148:00 am – 12:00 pm: Mt. View Spruce Up 3:00 – 4:00 pm: Wedding (S)5:00 – 6:30 pm: Head for Home (S)7:30 – 10:00 pm: NA Meeting (FP)

Sunday, October 158:00 – 9:00 am: Early Worship (S)9:00 – 10:00 am: Adult/Youth Sunday School9:03 am – 10:00 am: Praise Service (S)10:30 – 11:30 am: Traditional Service (S)10:30 – 11:30 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:45 – 11:45 am: Children’s Sunday School 11:50 am – 12:50 pm: Spirit Singers (108)5:30 – 7:00 pm: Crossfyre (BH)5:30 – 7:30 pm: Youth Parent Fellowship

Monday, October 161:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Brady (108)4:15 – 8:45 pm: GBYO (S, FP, VR)6:00 – 7:30 pm: Financial Peace U (202)6:30 – 8:30 pm: Finance Committee (208)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reserved (205)

Tuesday, October 1711:30 am – 1:00 pm: Staff Meeting (205)3:30 – 7:00 pm: Bridge House Dinner (BH)6:00 – 8:00 pm: Infinite U (111/113)6:00 – 8:30 pm: Reserved (205)6:30 – 7:30 pm: Bell Rehearsal (S)

Wednesday, October 189:00 – 11:30 am: Preschool Meeting (111/113)10:00 – 11:00 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:30 am – 1:00 pm: Pro Musica Colorado Rehearsal (S)10:30 am – 1:30 pm: There with Care (BHK)11:00 am – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (111/113)3:45 – 6:15: Violin – Morris (108)4:30 – 6:15 pm: Flute – Kelly (202)5:00 – 6:30 pm: Girl Scouts Troop 182 (109)5:30 – 6:30 pm: Music Staff Meeting (205)6:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Morris (112)6:30 – 7:30 pm: MA Meeting (FP)6:30 – 7:30 pm: Wednesday Night Women (205)7:00 – 9:00 pm: BVSPS (208)

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15October 2017

7:00 – 8:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal (S, 108)

Thursday, October 199:00 – 11:00 am: Boulder Networking (BH)12:00 – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (108)1:00 – 3:00 pm: UMW Executive Board (FP)6:00 – 8:00 pm: Boulder County 4H (FP)

Friday, October 203:45 – 6:15 pm: Suzuki Strings (S, BH, VR, FP, Classrooms)

Saturday, October 219:00 am – 12:00 pm: Saturday Stitchers (BH)5:00 – 7:00 pm: Pro Musica Colorado (S)7:30 – 10:00 pm: NA Meeting (FP)

Sunday, October 228:00 – 9:00 am: Early Worship (S)9:00 – 10:00 am: Adult/Youth Sunday School9:03 am – 10:00 am: Praise Service (S)10:30 – 11:30 am: Traditional Service (S)10:45 – 11:45 am: Children’s Sunday School 11:50 am – 12:50 pm: Spirit Singers (108)12:00 – 1:00 pm: Lunch and Learn (BH)5:30 – 7:00 pm: Crossfyre (BH)

Monday, October 231:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Brady (108)4:15 – 8:45 pm: GBYO (S, FP, VR)6:00 – 7:30 pm: Financial Peace U (202)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reserved (205)

Tuesday, October 2411:30 am – 1:00 pm: Staff Meeting (205)3:30 – 7:00 pm: Bridge House Dinner (BH)6:00 – 8:00 pm: Infinite U (111/113)6:00 – 8:30 pm: Reserved (205)6:30 – 7:30 pm: Bell Rehearsal (S)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Radical Hospitality (208)

Wednesday, October 2510:00 – 11:00 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:30 am – 1:30 pm: There with Care (BHK)11:00 am – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (111/113)3:45 – 6:15: Violin – Morris (108)4:30 – 6:15 pm: Flute – Kelly (202)6:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Morris (112)6:30 – 7:30 pm: MA Meeting (FP)7:00 – 9:00 pm: BVSPS (208)7:00 – 8:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal (S, 108)

Thursday, October 2612:00 – 9:00 pm: Violin – Berg (108)

Friday, October 273:30 – 6:15 pm: Suzuki Strings (S)

Saturday, October 287:30 am – 1:00 pm: Restorative Justice (FP, Classrooms)5:00 – 6:30 pm: Head for Home (S)7:30 – 10:00 pm: NA Meeting (FP)

Sunday, October 298:00 – 9:00 am: Early Worship (S)9:00 – 10:00 am: Adult/Youth Sunday School9:00 – 10:15 pm: NAMI Speaker (FP)9:03 am – 10:00 am: Praise Service (S)10:30 – 11:30 am: Traditional Service (S)10:30 – 11:30 am: Pastor’s Shared Study (FP)10:45 – 11:45 am: Children’s Sunday School 11:50 am – 12:50 pm: Spirit Singers (108)5:30 – 7:00 pm: Crossfyre (BH)5:30 – 7:00 pm: Spooktacular

Monday, October 301:15 – 8:15 pm: Violin – Brady (108)4:15 – 8:45 pm: GBYO (S, FP, VR)6:00 – 7:30 pm: Financial Peace U (202)7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reserved (205)

Tuesday, October 3111:30 am – 1:00 pm: Staff Meeting (205)3:30 – 7:00 pm: Bridge House Dinner (BH)6:00 – 8:00 pm: Infinite U (111/113)6:00 – 8:30 pm: Reserved (205)6:30 – 7:30 pm: Bell Rehearsal (S)

October 1• Jim Kithcart• Andrea McClung

October 2• Claude Gianetto

October 3• Jim Andrews

October 5• Jo Ann Joselyn

October 7• Burgette Hart• Gary Schmitz

October 8• John Stewart

October 9 • Laura Hughes October 10• Marion Fisher

October 11• Brad Hendrick

October 12• Barbara Bergin• Nelson Chen• Herb Vinson

October 14• Sandra Holland

October 17• June Huss

October 21• Winifred Harper

October 23• Karen Kithcart• Bill Mitchell• James Ingraham

October 24• Lindsey Flewelling

October 25• German Feyh

October 26• Gerry Naugle

October 28• Sharon Tucker

October 29• Craig Saltarelli• Fred Walls• John Frisbie

October 30• Will Gygi• Scott Osgood

Happy October Birthdays!

OCTOBER 2017 CALENDAR

The MessengerMountain View United Methodist Church

Senior Pastor: Steve Warrenpastorsteve@mtview.org

Associate Pastor: Sarah Merchantsmerchant@mtview.org

Director of Music: Steven Burchardsburchard@mtview.org

Children and Family Ministries: Larissa Hoffmanlandshoffman@comcast.net

Church Administrator: Michael Shoroffice@mtview.org

Treasurer: Susie Burleysburley@mtview.org

Building Manager: Richard De La Vegarichard.rdlv@gmail.com

Nursery: Susie Adamssusan.adams888@gmail.com

9:03 am Worship Leader: Rebecca De La Vegarebecca.delavega@edwardjones.com

Accompanist: Gerry Luethigluethi@comcast.net

Organist: Susan Carlsusancarl4@gmail.com

Want to submit an article to next month's Messenger? Email your piece to office@mtview.org by Thursday, October 19

OCTOBER 2017

Opportunities for Spiritual Growth in October • Adult Forum: 9:00 am Sundays, Frasier South. Please join the light-hearted Adult Forum. Questions -- please

contact Carol Forbes, star-dreams@comcast.net.

• Lively Latté: 9:15 am Sundays, Room 208. Bible study and world news; drop in/come and go; spending time on Bible Study in order to "see" God in our society's week-by-week happenings. We have a good time working on "Open Minds, Open Doors, Open Hearts." We also grind our own coffee fresh each week, organic and fair trade!

• S&OS: 9:00 am Sundays, Frasier North. Discussion about last week’s sermon and other issues of interest.

• Wednesday Night Women: This group meets the first and third Wednesday of the Month at 6:30 pm. We will be using The Way of Scripture from the Companions in Christ series. Contact for further info: Connie Balazs 303-666-1842/ brbalazs@comcast.net Please contact Connie Balazs, 303-666-1842, or Carol Forbes, 303-665-4104. 

• Women of the Word (WOW): 10:15 am, 2nd Sunday of each month, Flatirons Room 205. The study at this time is “She Did What She Could”. Join us for a lively conversation, laughter and support of one another. We also use the ALIVE Now booklets available across from the Church Office as discussion materials.

• Men's Study: Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday mornings, 10:15 to 11:30 am. For questions, please contact Andy Cowell, jacowell@yahoo.com.

• Transformation Group: 9:30 am alternating scheduled Wednesdays, Flatirons Room 205. This companions in Christ small study group is seasoned with love, contemplation, and laughter. For details, please contact Toni Gray at tbookworm@comcast.net.

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