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NINE IDEAS FOR 2009
 As we begin a new year I want to sharesome thoughts about ways to approach it.
The first three ideas are from John Wesley’s
three basic rules for Christian living. Ideasfour through eight are from a United Method-ist bishop, Robert Schnase, in his book,
FivePractices of Fruitful Congregations.
The final idea is from mypersonal life verse in the Bible. You will be hearing more aboutthese ideas on Sundays this year, but here is a preview.
1. Do no harm
In 2009, I will think about my actions andtheir consequences, for others as well as myself. I willremember the world in which I live, and consume in
ways that leave resources for my children’s children
for as many generations as God allows.
2. Do good
I will do that which is morally right., evenwhen no one is looking. I will be positive, helpful andconsiderate to others, whether they are friends, fam-ily, strangers or even people who oppose or dislikeme for any reason.
3. Love God
Wesley’s way of stating this rule was morelike “attend to the means of grace.” By that he meant
that we should avail ourselves of the means God hasgiven us to acquire and grow in his grace. Thosemeans include attending worship, taking communion,Bible reading, prayer and fellowship with other believ-ers. These are the things that help us stay in love withGod.
4. Practice hospitality
This involves inviting, welcomingand caring for strangers. Of course as we do that theywill not remain strangers. They will become one withus to continue the chain of reaching out to others who
need God’s love.
 
5. Worship passionately
I will sing and pray andpreach and listen like I mean it! I will be focused andreceptive to the work the Holy Spirit in and throughme.
6. Develop faith intentionally
I will not be passive, let-ting circumstances determine my Christian growth. Iwill actively seek to learn lessons that God will teachme, and consciously apply them to my daily actions inlife.
7. Take risks in mission and service
I will try newthings in serving God and fulfilling his purpose in mylife. I will not let shyness, embarrassment or criticism,nor fear of them, hold me back when God is nudgingme to action.
8. Give generously
I will be a faithful steward of thegifts God gives me. I will give systematically from myincome, using the biblical standard of the tithe as aguideline. I will also give of my time and talents asGod opens doors. And I will do it cheerfully.
9. Trust God more than self
My life verse(s) is Prov-erbs 3:4-
5. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and
do not lean on your own understanding. In all yourways acknowledge God, and he will direct your
paths.” I cannot do any of the above alone. But byGod’s grace working within me, “I can do all thingsthrough God who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13).
 Happy New YearPastor Jonathan Dixon
Riverton United Methodist Women
Ladies,You are invited to the January United Methodist
Women’s meeting on Tuesday evening the 13
th
at7PM. Grace will introduce us to a Mission Projectthat our conference UMW is supporting. This is atime to support this project and so an offering willbe taken.The hostesses for the evening are Jeri and Evelyn.This meeting is held in the Fellow-Ship hall in theFirst United Methodist Church in Riverton. Call629-9270 for information or if you need a ride.
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ANNOUNCING
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The Christian Education Department has
the theme of “LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR”
for the activities of these classes and thosewho attend these classes.If you know of anyone thatcould be a part of this pro-gram and its classes pleasegive their names and ad-dresses to Barb Lucas orEllen Dixon so we can sendthem and invitation.
 
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Church Council
Jeri Sucech*Ellen DixonDebbie StoneburnerRose HughesGrace CarrikerTom PantierEvelyn GandyBarb LucasRon Armintrout
Trustees
Ron ArmintroutTom PantierNik CaldwellErnie GriemeGeorge SkaggsMike LucasEvelyn Gandy*Judy McCulloughBrett Pearson
Finance Committee
Evelyn GandyJeri SucechTom Pantier*Judy McCulloughBarb LucasDebbie StoneburnerRoberta Bernahl
Church Treasurer
Debbie Stoneburner
Education Team
Ellen Dixon*Barb LucasSamantha SlomanKaren KogerMary DialHope McKenzieGrace CarrikerDebbie StoneburnerBlair StoneburnerKaren MackenzieNadine Mackenzie
Staff-Parish Relations
Sharon CaldwellDavid Bumgardner*Mel AllisonBlair StoneburnerBrian SutherlandJo Anna EyerTim SextonMary DialAnne ArmbrusterBarb LucasJeri Sucech
Offering Counters
Sharon CaldwellKaren BrownJeri Sucech
Lay Leader
Barb Lucas
 
Hospitality & Growth
Rose HughesKaren BrownGrace CarrikerCarly ShankKathy JonesKaren KogerMary DialLori Payne-Mullett
Lay Members of AnnualConference
Jeri SucechEllen Dixon (alternate)
Lay Leadership
Jim BernahlNancy DanielsRon AtkinsMike LucasEllen DixonBarb RhodesKaren BrownDon SuttonRon ArmintroutMike LucasJonathan Dixon*
Financial Secretary
Tom Pantier
Multi-Media 
Kim BeckeyTom PantierRon ArmintroutNik CaldwellBlair StoneburnerLauren LogsdonCarly ShankSharon Caldwell
Worship
Patsy Skaggs*Grace CarrikerEllen DixonSharon CaldwellCarly ShankBarb LucasRoberta BernahlNadine SpringerNadine Mackenzie
Membership
Rose HughesRoberta BernahlEllen DixonNadine MackenzieHarriet Beckey
Food Pantry Liaison
Evelyn Gandy
Prayer Committee
Barb LucasDot HendricksLes HendricksEllen Dixon
Youth Team
Mary DialCarrie Pearson
Trustees Treasurer
Judy McCullough
Nursery Facilities
Jeri Sucech*Mary Dial
Special Events & FundRaising
Melissa Pantier
UMM President
Ron Armintrout
UMW President
Rose Hughes*Committee Chair
 
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