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WORSHIP & PROGRAMS

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Rise & Shine 
Sunday Mornings - 10:15 a.m.

Join us in the Parlor for fellowship, coffee, and light snacks.

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Adult Sunday School

     Consider joining the adult Sunday School class as they study the Letter to the Romans. Bible study is a great way to deepen your faith and to connect with others as you share your thoughts and questions.

     They meet at 9:30 am on Sunday mornings in the fellowship hall. New
faces are always welcome!

NEW OFFICERS

Following a long process, our church will now be governed by a single board. 

​Listed below are the people who will start serving in 2026.

​Lay Leader

Sandee Morris

​Class of 2026

Bonnie Coverdale

Carrie Kahle

Rhonda Magnison

​Class of 2027

Steve Bowser

Janet Mercer

Lucas White

​Class of 2028

Alex Belveal

Pat Fontaine

Tristan Parks

Admin. Support

These people have agreed to hold Administrative Support positions. ​​

​Treasurer

Randy Magnison

There is a need for a back-up treasurer to assist Randy when he is out of town or unable to perform his duties as Treasurer.​

Financial Secretary

Karen Matson

Backup: Lisa Thurman​

Tech Support

Lucas White

There is a need for a backup Tech Support person​​​

Investments

Steve Bowser

Backup: Matt Cyphers

Teams

Spiritual Formation and Christian Education Leader Lisa Thurman  

This team is currently looking for more members who would be willing to serve in Children’s Church and help with other  activities for the children. There is currently a book study during Lent for adults on Sundays at 5 pm. 

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Congregational Care/Prayer Team Leader Sue McClintock  

The prayer team meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month to assess the prayer needs of the congregation  and to pray together. On March 6 &7 some of the team members will attend the Caring Congregations training at Coun tryside UMC in Topeka which has been sponsored by the East Central Kansas District. 

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Missions Leader Brenda Fletcher 

The missions team held a planning meeting in February. On March 15 they will provide potatoes and fixings for the Third  Sunday lunch. This team would welcome more members to help in this important work. 

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Family Ministry Leaders Alex Belveal and Casey Kathrens 

Members of this team create a welcoming atmosphere and opportunities for families and the wider community to con nect with the church through enjoyable, casual events focused on building relationships. Initial conversations with guests  are followed up, creating connection and invitation into the church family. On Easter this team will facilitate a potluck  breakfast and Egg hunt for all ages before worship.  

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Communications Leader Karen Ford 

Members of this team stay informed and connected with congregational life so they can clearly communicate meaningful  ministries with the broader community. Through the church website, Facebook, newspaper and other media options, the  communications team presents a welcoming message, current information, and place of connection for members and  guests.  

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Buildings and Grounds Leader Steve Bowser 

Members of this team desire to honor God’s gift of buildings and grounds by keeping them in strong working order and  appealing condition. This hands-on team has knowledge and experience in handling ongoing repairs, maintenance, and  seasonal care of all church physical property. This is a new team looking for a leader and members who are handy and  willing to help with caring for the church’s property. 

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Fellowship Leader Rhonda Magnison 

Members of this team share their love through organizing the Third Sunday lunches thereby creating an opportunity for  the church family to fellowship after worship. This is a new team led by Rhonda and currently looking for more members  to help brainstorm fun and creative ways to enhance our fellowship time. 

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Hospitality Leader TBD 

Members of this team present a warm welcoming face to our visitors, letting them know that they are noticed and appre ciated. They also follow up with the visitors and so this team serves a vital outreach function. This is a new team current ly looking for a leader and members who have a heart for welcoming others to our church. 

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Security Leader Pat Fontaine 

Members of this team are dedicated to the security and safety of the church building and the people within. They moni tor security cameras on the outside of the building, assist members as needed and regularly conduct safety trainings for  the congregation. 

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We are still seeking someone to step up and  serve as Treasurer for the church. Our current  Treasurer will be relocating later this year and is  willing to train an interested individual.  Experience in fund accounting or bookkeeping  is preferred; computer literacy using Microsoft  Excel, Word & email; attention to detail, num bers aptitude, and effective communication are  qualities we are looking for. 

Help Wanted

2026

Nursery for Sunday Mornings

   During worship, we have a special time for our young disciples.   

   We love the sound of infants and small children worshiping among us.  We have a hall tree full of activity bags to help keep your little worshiper engaged.  If you prefer, we also offer a fully-staffed nursery from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings (for infants through kindergarten-age children).  

Third Sunday Lunch

Third Sunday Lunch for March will be on Sunday, March 15. It will be a Potato Bar provided by the  Mission Committee.  

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Palm Sunday Breakfast

On Sunday, March 29, Palm Sunday, we will have  cinnamon rolls and fruit. This will be during our  fellowship time BEFORE Church starting at 9:45 am.

A Note From
Pastor Dawn

I have been walking around my property, eagerly searching for signs of spring—an activity  which feels quite out of step with Lent. Lent  has always been somber and reflective but this  year I can’t quite keep my spring fever down. 

 

Every year I longingly await the rebirth of the  landscape after the deep freeze of winter.  These miraculous signs stir within me a HOPE  which cannot be just about the appearance of  vibrant green leaves amongst the drab wood land scenery. 

 

As I take in the burgeoning bellies of the ewes,  the swelling buds on the trees and observe the  leaves of the daffodils and tulips just now poking up through the soil, I can’t quite squelch the  JOY rising up within me and honestly, I don’t  even want to! 

 

But how to reconcile this with the more serious  tones of Lent? Our experience of Lent need not  exclude the hope of RESURRECTION; indeed,  since we know how the story ends it makes  these dark days more bearable. Our lives need  not be tinged with the greyness of this world.  The coming of Christ changed everything for  us—and gives us light to carry with us through  this sometimes troubling life.  

 

All of Creation proclaims the glory of the Lord!

Your Generosity Changes Lives

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   When you shop at Cecil K's, ask them to scan a donation for the Jackson County Ministerial Alliance New Hope Food Pantry. You can choose between $5, $10, and $20 amounts and have it added to your total bill. These funds help the pantry fill empty slots, as needed.  

     THE NEED IS GREAT.

     Consider donating to your local food pantry or Harvesters
(https://www.harvesters.org/topeka-relocation) or Society of St. Andrew (https://endhunger.org/) a gleaning organization.
     These are very concrete ways to fulfill the command of Jesus to feed his sheep (John 21:17).

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NEW United Methodist Vision Statement:

 “The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.”

First United Methodist Church

1401 West 4th Street, P.O. Box 269

Holton, KS 66436

785-364-3275

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