Lots of Things

MEMORIAL SUNDAY
May 27, 2007
Nancy preaching: “HEROES”
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BOB D. writes: The PIE SOCIAL was a huge success! I want to thank the congregation for their support. I hope everyone enjoyed some pie and fellowship. The proceeds from this event will go to help fund this year’s senior high mission trip to Boonville, Arkansas. The youth did a wonderful job working hard slicing pies, scooping ice cream, and advertising. A special thanks to all who donated pies and to the parents who worked behind the scenes to make the pie social a success. Thank you and God Bless!
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We inadvertently left the name of SCOTT T. off our list of graduating seniors.
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We had a worship count on Sunday of 747 with another 113 kiddies in the church school, concurrent with the worship services.
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As most of our readers surely know by now, we have entered a covenant with the community of SAN ANDRES in rural Nicaragua, through the Rainbow Network, based in Springfield, Missouri. We have committed $20,000 a year for three years, which will underwrite health care, education, community development and nutrition programs in the village. We officially launched this ministry in March; to date, we have received $14,363. The first year is off to a great start! For more information, please go to our web site: www.standrewsomaha.net; at the home page, hit the San Andres link. The more you know about this ministry, the more you’re going to like it. There have been many inquiries as to when we’ll be taking another group down. I plan on going back sometime after the first of the year. February often works well. There may be other opportunities between now and then, but that’s when I’ll be going.
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Congratulations to the CO-ED SOFTBALL TEAM who on Monday night notched the first win of the St. Andrew’s Softball season. CAMI P. scored the winning run as our guys and gals came back from an eight run deficit. On the Men’s side, THE RAMMERS suffered their second straight week of last inning heartache. THE SCHUCKERS didn’t experience such suspense—which translates to We Lost Big. The teams are not scheduled on Memorial Weekend. The Men are back in action on June 3, both teams playing at 6:00. The Co-Ed team goes for two in a row on Monday night, June 4, in a 6:30 start.
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From NETTA P.:
Do you like to paint? Do you like to work with wood? VBS Decorating Team needs your help! Please e-mail Wendy L. Come help make a difference in a child’s life!

Attention Youth: Would you like to help out with some of the Sunday School Classes during the summer? We would love to have you come and mentor our children. Please contact Margie.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL begins June 3. We will be offering Sunday School during the 9:15 hour only. Preschool-Kind will meet in LL1 and 1st – 4th grades will be in LL4. We still need a few more teachers to help a couple of Sundays. Please sign up with Margie at mwufkuhle@standrewsomaha.net. Thanks to all who have stepped up to give our committed teachers a well-deserved break for the summer!
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RELAY FOR LIFE: You are invited to join the St. Andrew’s BLT (Boomers Laughing Together) group for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life to be held June 9th at Millard West High School. You don’t have to be a BLT to know someone that has been affected by cancer in some way – either a family member or friend. The Relay for Life is an opportunity to remember those lost to cancer and celebrate those who have survived cancer. It is also a chance to work together toward a cancer-free future. For more information and to sign up, please see the BLT board in the Rotunda where you will find packets and luminaries --- OR contact Larry & Debi L. or Joyce C.
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PEARL FOOD PANTRY: With gas prices at near record highs and rising it is taking a bite out of all of our wallets, especially those in the inner city. You can help by donating non perishable food items as well as laundry detergent, diapers and personal hygiene items to the Pearl Food Pantry. Just look for the grocery cart in the narthex. Thank you for your care and support. Any questions call Lynda A.
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From DIANA F.:

ADULT SUMMER CLASSES: Stop by the Welcome Table in the Rotunda and pick up the new Adult Summer Class brochure. You will find a how-to use the Bible study called Bible 101, a couple women’s studies – one offered in the morning and one in the evening, and a book study. If you are interested in starting a new group, please contact Diana and we can make it happen.

SINGLES AND FINANCES: Shawn M., a Financial Advisor from Waddell & Reed, will be presenting to the St. Andrew’s Singles on Tuesday May 29th at 7:00pm. Shawn will be sharing information concerning budgeting, debt management, retirement planning, and the psychology of spending.This group will be meeting in Lower Level 5.
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LEON A. tells us: THE YOUTH PRAISE BAND HAS ENDED THEIR PERFORMANCES FOR THIS YEAR AND WILL TAKE THE SUMMER OFF. THE YOUTH PRAISE BAND WILL RESUME ON THE FIRST SUNDAY OF SEPTEMBER WITH PRACTICES BEGINNING OF THE FIRST WEDNESDAY IN AUGUST. PRACTICE TIMES ARE 8:00 TO 8:45 IN THE FAMILY LIFE CENTER. IF ANYONE HAS CHILDREN FROM 6 TO 12TH GRADE AND HAS AN INTEREST IN YOUTH PRAISE BAND, NOTIFY LEON BY EMAIL. THE ONLY REQUIREMENT THAT IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IS THAT YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED A YEAR BEGINNING BAND CLASS AT THEIR SCHOOL, OR A YEAR OF PRIVATE LESSONS OF THEIR INSTRUMENT.
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JOYCE M. writes: A dash of Disney, a mix of John Williams, Blend with a few more selections, and you have: A Recipe for a Handbell Concert. Presented by: Ambassador Handbell Choir and Ambassador Youth Handbell Choir. Sunday June 3rd at 3:00 p.m. St. Andrew's United Methodist Church. Special Guest Performance by Marty Gelenter on Bari-Sax. Several members of both choirs are members of St. Andrew's so we would invite everyone to come and enjoy this concert. We will be ringing with six octaves of bells and chimes.
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PASTOR CHARLOTTE asks: Prayers for Melissa S., experiencing health issues (daughter of Kit and Steve S.). Prayers of sympathy for the family of Dick O., in his recent passing (father of Gail R.). Prayers for Susan B., recovering from surgery.
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Proverbs 2:20-22: Therefore walk in the way of the good, and keep to the paths of the just. For the upright will abide in the land, and the innocent will remain in it; but the wicked will be cut off from the land, and the treacherous will be rooted out of it.
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BRD