LeRoy Harvest Festival

September 26, 2009

Parade at 11:30 am

(Bring the kids and join in the fun!)

Registration is at 11 am

Music & Dedication at 12:30 pm

Auction at 2 pm

Free Will Supper at 5 pm

Come and enjoy all the festivities for the day.

Fall Bible Studies

Pastor Dale will be resuming Bible Study classes in September. The present schedule is:

1. to study the Parables of Jesus in Luke – class time 6:15 pm on Tuesdays beginning September 15th with the Bible as the only textbook.

2. to study the ministry of the laity – class time 10:00 am on Thursdays beginning September 17th. We will be using “Your Calling as an Elder” by Gary Straub. We will also review the standards for lay leadership laid out by each of the 3 denominations in the parish. It is more of a “How to” class to assist and encourage leaders in their own ministries and in service to the church.

Pastor Dale is happy to offer additional meeting times for either of these 2 classes if the scheduled time is inconvenient for you.

Pastor Dale is still holding open the option for a web conferencing class of up to 8 people, an internet class with members participating from home.

Al Anon Group

We are wanting to start an Al Anon family group meeting in Humeston.

Al Anon is a program to help people cope with the effects of alcoholism
in their family. We share our experiences, strengths, and hopes with
each other to gain the peace and serenity we have lost in fighting the
disease of alcoholism.

If interested in attending please contact Pastor Dale O’Connell
at the Christian United Methodist Church, or call 641-877-4641.

Day and time pending.

Lots of Engergy

Lots of Energy - August Events – Enjoy – Inspire – Grow
Help Spread the Word. Everyone welcome.

I’m really excited and almost overwhelmed by the energy and enthusiasm so many are showing for the fellowship of the parish. We’ve got some wonderful activities scheduled. And they are not “just” programs to attend, but also opportunities to receive God’s spiritual blessings.
With all the stress in the world today a little Uplifting can go a long way. Do you know anyone who could use a bit of a lift? Round ‘em up and bring ‘em in.

I. Camp E.D.G.E. LeRoy VBS – Mon 3rd – Fri 7th (6:00-8:00 pm)
Closing program at church – Sun 9th

Ad Council – Wed 12th
Presbytery Meeting – Sat 15th

II. Sondogs Concert at Humeston Church – Sun 16th (
Mr. Thatcher’s band. Hospitality by Teen Center Advisory Board

First Day of School – Thur 20th
Last Day of State Fair – Sun 23rd

III. Parish Day at I-Cubs, Principal Park – Sun 23rd (1:05 start time)
Leave from Humeston parking lot 11:40

IV. Parish services at Corydon Care Center – Mon 24th (2:00 pm)

V. School of Congregational Learning – Sat 29th in West Des Moines
Leadership Training – 40 classes offered – Pastor Dale teaching 100 Ways to Pray

There’s something for everyone in August. VBS at LeRoy for families & children. Christian Rock Concert in Humeston for youth and young at heart. I-Cubs game at Principal Park for families & friends. Worship at Corydon Care Center for residents & others. Personal growth for seekers and leaders at the School for Congregational Learning. Hope you can join us for one or more of these outstanding events. Help spread the word. Build up the fellowship.