Union Park Baptist Church
April 2015
Union Park Baptist Church Love God | Love People | Serve Others 821 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 | Phone: (515)265-5258 | email: [email protected] | website: upbcdesmoines.com
IN THE INTERIM [Marty] There is no question that the church and culture often clash. This is not new. Throughout history we have seen this dynamic. As we look into the future I expect we will continue to struggle with ongoing cultural changes (often very rapid) and the churches response (often very slow). As you look at our church, in what ways do you see culture clashing with the identity and mission of Union Park Baptist? I’m not really interested in national surveys and statistics, which provide only snapshots of large culture groups over a broad area. Let’s talk about where we live. Do we minister toward these cultural clashes or steer the church away from them? How do we set our priorities in outreach? Do we set priorities in outreach? Have we established who we are reaching out for? There are some, I’m sure, that want church to be a warm fuzzy cocoon where we, as Christians, are safe from the prickles and thorns of the prevailing culture we find in the world. We come for protection, we come for relief, we come for rejuvenation. And, there is nothing wrong with that unless it becomes the goal, the end result. Can our church be reaching out to the world but still remain in a cocoon?
S TAF F Marty Mauk Interim Director of Ministries [email protected] Wes Foster Team Pastor [email protected] Wendy Highsmith Director of Student Ministries [email protected] Kay Sly Director of Wee Care [email protected] Callie Hayworth Administrative Assistant [email protected]
What do you think of this statement? “As Christians we have the holy responsibility to teach scriptural responses to the clashes with culture that arise.” I would like to hear your response. Look around at UPBC, look around our neighborhood, look at our community. Take a moment and name the top three ways you feel the church is clashing with “our” culture. Email me or use the communication card with your responses. Next month I’ll share some of your insights.
Annual UPBC Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4, 2015 at 10 AM For children- infants up to 5th grade The hunt will be held outside around the church, weather permitting.
APRIL WORDS FROM WES [Wes] the time of this writing, I have done one wedding this year with two AT A GLANCE Atmore scheduled before the end of May. So I thought I would write 2nd- Maundy Thursday Service 7:00 PM 4th- Easter Egg Hunt
10:00 AM
5th- Easter Sunday- No Sunday School. There will be a special fellowship time following the service. 9th- Missions Board Meeting Conference Room- 6:30 PM 12th- Budget and Election Meeting Meal served at 12:00 PM 16th- Discipleship Board Meeting Conference Room- 6:30 PM 16th- Papa Murphy’s Third Thursday Serve 2015 Fundraiser 21st- Wee Care Board Meeting Conference Room- 7:00 PM 22nd- Corporate Prayer Time Conference Room- 6:30 PM 24th-
Family Movie Night 7:00 PM We’ll have FREE popcorn and a concession stand with pizza, pop and candy! A parent or guardian must accompany kids under 14 for the movie! 26th- Praise Team Meeting 12:00 PM 26th- Baby Celebration for Kristina Presson and baby Alestair Lounge, 3:00 PM 27th- Serve 2015 HuHot Fundraiser HuHot in Ankeny, 5-8:00 PM
about marriage, or, to be particular- Christian marriage. Specifically, what makes a marriage Christian? I’m sure there are more than three, but I want to focus on three things that I think are the most important for a Christian marriage. You may disagree or you might even agree. Either way, I hope it starts a conversation- between you and your spouse, or your parents, or grandparents, or maybe someone who is thinking about getting married- about what a Christian marriage is. The first important thing is to put Christ first in all things. When you accept Christ as your personal Savior you are saying that Christ comes first in your life. Because Christ is first in your life, everything else is secondary. This includes your spouse. That means that as a married couple all your hopes, dreams, possessions, all come under the authority of Jesus Christ. Your very lives come under that same authority. This is why I don’t marry couples who have not professed Jesus Christ as Lord. They are living under different plans and ideas. It’s great that you love each other. I make that assumption when you ask me to marry you. But, do you both believe in Jesus as Savior? That’s the key question. So as a married couple, have you placed Christ first in all things? If not, stop now and evaluate your situation and put Him first.
COED SOFTBALL It’s softball time! Anyone interested in playing Coed Softball, please let Wes know. The deadline is April 12th. Season starts the week of May 3rd. Games will be on Tuesday nights.
STEPPING STONES [Cheri] Stepping Stones End of Year Carnival! Stepping Stones is having a Carnival for our Celebration Night April 30, 2015 from 5:30 - 8:30! We need helpers to setup, tear down, run games and interact with our Stepping Stones Families. Please see Cheri Bloyer or sign up on the Communication Card if you would like to assist. Lesson 52 April 1, 2015 Luke 24:1-24 Craft Easter Lesson 48 April 8, 2015 Luke 22:14-22 Games Communion Lesson 50 April 15, 2015 Acts 10:1-48 Craft Marriage and Family Lesson 49 April 22, 2015 Acts 8:26-39 Games Baptism April 29, 2015
Celebration Night
SOLID ROCK [Wendy]
Solid Rock supports two kids through Compassion International!
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS: Regular meeting times: JH (6th-8th grades): 6:30-8 p.m. Hang out from 6-6:30. SH (9th-12th grades): 7:30-9:00 p.m. Hang out from 6:30-7:30. BRING YOUR FRIENDS! April 1: The Purity Code April 8: The Foundation of Healthy Sexuality April 15: Spirit Heroes (Special Guest: Jessica Phillips from Pine Lake Camp) April 22: The Body: Is Sex Safe? April 29: The Mind: Renewing Your Mind for Good
JH FRESH AIR & SH CUTTING EDGE - Meets April 12 & 19
Emmanuel Ouedraogo
Uwizeyimana Judith
SERVE 2015 Meetings: April 19 & 26, noon-2:45 (bring $ for lunch) Fundraisers: Lunch April 12- Noon, fellowship hall (prior to the budget/election meeting) Menu: Gino's pasta (catered), salad & fixings, bread, drink & dessert Thursday, April 16- Papa Murphy's!! "Take & Bake" pizza Monday, April 27- 5:00-8:00. Help us raise cold cash with a hot fundraiser and conquer your hunger at the same time! Our young missionaries will serve you. HuHot (Ankeny location) will donate 10% of event proceeds, plus we earn 100% of the tips you leave our grillers. Questions? Contact Wendy at 515-975-6971.
Ladies, You are invited to a Baby Celebration for Kristina Presson and baby Alistair on Sunday, April 26th at 3 PM. Gifts are not necessary, but we want to celebrate a new child in God’s kingdom and have a time of fellowship with Kristina. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Please sign up on the bulletin board.
WORLD VISION'S 30 HOUR FAMINE April 10-11!! Students & staff will be going 30 hours without eating to raise money for the hungry around the World. If you would like to contribute, see Wendy.
Serve 2015 team building activity: Body Spelling “Unity”
MISSIONS [Rowena] During the worship service, Sunday, March 22nd, we were challenged to go on a mission trip to Child Evangelism Fellowship international headquarters in Warrenton, Mo. There are a variety of ways we can help and serve the Lord there. We have reservations for up to ten people, leaving Des Moines May 31st and returning June 5th. The total cost for each participant will be $10 per night for a total of $50.00, which can be paid upon arrival. The transportation expense will come from the mission budget. Completed applications must be sent to CEF six weeks before our scheduled week of service. We have no time to waste in deciding to go and getting registered. I will meet with you individually and later as a group when we know who is committed to making this trip. I have detailed information to give you now. Note the pictures on the mission bulletin board and ask to see the DVD. ~ Rowena (277-5237)
UNION PARK BAPTIST CHURCH 821 ARTHUR AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50316
APRIL 2015
CAMP CORNER [Jan] SUMMER YOUTH CAMPS 2015
PINE LAKE CAMP, ELDORA, IA
GENERAL INFORMATION Sign up by May 3rd with a $50 deposit. ALL CAMP FEES DUE 2 WEEKS BEFORE RESPECTIVE CAMPS There is a $150 subsidy/scholarship for all REGULAR attendees of Stepping Stones, Solid Rock or Sunday School and an additional camp discount of $30 if registered by May 3rd. Additional discount for Primary Camp because of Camp Share program. If a deposit is not made by May 3, there will be no scholarship/discounts granted. If you are not able to pay the subsidized fee of $155 and need additional scholarships, contact Jan Houser or Wendy Highsmith. Do not send your fees to camp. Union Park Baptist Church participates in the Time Share program. Please make checks payable to Union Park Baptist Church and leave in the camp box in the office, or give to Jan or Wendy. NOTE: Store funds and cabin photo fees should be paid to camp, not UPBC. REGISTRATION Two options: 1. Complete a registration form & return it to Jan Houser or Wendy Highsmith along with your payment. You can find the brochure in the church office, the youth room or online at www.pinelakecamps.org 2. Register online at www.pinelakecamps.org: (Please follow instructions, online registration is different) 1. Choose the camp you want to register for, click 'register now.' 2. Click on "Create a New Account" on the right side of the screen and enter the information of any child that you would like to register for camp. 3. Click on "Make a Reservation." 4. When you finish filling out the registration information click on "Proceed to Checkout." 5. Click on "Add a gift certificate or promotional code." Union Park Campers: Enter "UPBC2015" and click "Add Code." 6. If you want to add any camp store funds or a cabin photo, you will need to pay camp for them when you register. 7. Click on "Complete Order" and your registration is complete. You will receive an e-mail confirmation. Bonus: Your account information will now be confidentially stored online! No more re-entering your contact information for each camper.
Date
Camp
Grade Completed
Price before May 3*
After May 3
June 7-12
Juniors 1
Grades 3, 4, 5
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
June 14-19
Teens
Grades 6, 7, 8
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
June 21-26
High Teens
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 $335-$150-$30=$155
$335
June 28-July 1
Primary
Grades 1-2
$235-$80-$52=$103
$235
July 5-10
Young Teens
Grades 5, 6, 7
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
July 12-17
Juniors 2
Grades 3, 4, 5
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
*For all camps but primary: $75 church subsidy, $75 camp scholarship, $30 early registration discount. Primary camp deductions are pro-rated. Church subsidy, camp scholarships and discounts available for all REGULAR attendees of Stepping Stones, Solid Rock or Sunday School and if $50 deposit is paid by May 3.
DURING CAMP You can see what your campers are doing, view pictures and send them a message! On the website click on Summer Camp & What's My Child Doing? Questions? Contact Jan Houser, 515-490-9678; Wendy Highsmith, 515-975-6971
Union Park Baptist Church Love God | Love People | Serve Others 821 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 | Phone: (515)265-5258 | email: [email protected] | website: upbcdesmoines.com
IN THE INTERIM [Marty] There is no question that the church and culture often clash. This is not new. Throughout history we have seen this dynamic. As we look into the future I expect we will continue to struggle with ongoing cultural changes (often very rapid) and the churches response (often very slow). As you look at our church, in what ways do you see culture clashing with the identity and mission of Union Park Baptist? I’m not really interested in national surveys and statistics, which provide only snapshots of large culture groups over a broad area. Let’s talk about where we live. Do we minister toward these cultural clashes or steer the church away from them? How do we set our priorities in outreach? Do we set priorities in outreach? Have we established who we are reaching out for? There are some, I’m sure, that want church to be a warm fuzzy cocoon where we, as Christians, are safe from the prickles and thorns of the prevailing culture we find in the world. We come for protection, we come for relief, we come for rejuvenation. And, there is nothing wrong with that unless it becomes the goal, the end result. Can our church be reaching out to the world but still remain in a cocoon?
S TAF F Marty Mauk Interim Director of Ministries [email protected] Wes Foster Team Pastor [email protected] Wendy Highsmith Director of Student Ministries [email protected] Kay Sly Director of Wee Care [email protected] Callie Hayworth Administrative Assistant [email protected]
What do you think of this statement? “As Christians we have the holy responsibility to teach scriptural responses to the clashes with culture that arise.” I would like to hear your response. Look around at UPBC, look around our neighborhood, look at our community. Take a moment and name the top three ways you feel the church is clashing with “our” culture. Email me or use the communication card with your responses. Next month I’ll share some of your insights.
Annual UPBC Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4, 2015 at 10 AM For children- infants up to 5th grade The hunt will be held outside around the church, weather permitting.
APRIL WORDS FROM WES [Wes] the time of this writing, I have done one wedding this year with two AT A GLANCE Atmore scheduled before the end of May. So I thought I would write 2nd- Maundy Thursday Service 7:00 PM 4th- Easter Egg Hunt
10:00 AM
5th- Easter Sunday- No Sunday School. There will be a special fellowship time following the service. 9th- Missions Board Meeting Conference Room- 6:30 PM 12th- Budget and Election Meeting Meal served at 12:00 PM 16th- Discipleship Board Meeting Conference Room- 6:30 PM 16th- Papa Murphy’s Third Thursday Serve 2015 Fundraiser 21st- Wee Care Board Meeting Conference Room- 7:00 PM 22nd- Corporate Prayer Time Conference Room- 6:30 PM 24th-
Family Movie Night 7:00 PM We’ll have FREE popcorn and a concession stand with pizza, pop and candy! A parent or guardian must accompany kids under 14 for the movie! 26th- Praise Team Meeting 12:00 PM 26th- Baby Celebration for Kristina Presson and baby Alestair Lounge, 3:00 PM 27th- Serve 2015 HuHot Fundraiser HuHot in Ankeny, 5-8:00 PM
about marriage, or, to be particular- Christian marriage. Specifically, what makes a marriage Christian? I’m sure there are more than three, but I want to focus on three things that I think are the most important for a Christian marriage. You may disagree or you might even agree. Either way, I hope it starts a conversation- between you and your spouse, or your parents, or grandparents, or maybe someone who is thinking about getting married- about what a Christian marriage is. The first important thing is to put Christ first in all things. When you accept Christ as your personal Savior you are saying that Christ comes first in your life. Because Christ is first in your life, everything else is secondary. This includes your spouse. That means that as a married couple all your hopes, dreams, possessions, all come under the authority of Jesus Christ. Your very lives come under that same authority. This is why I don’t marry couples who have not professed Jesus Christ as Lord. They are living under different plans and ideas. It’s great that you love each other. I make that assumption when you ask me to marry you. But, do you both believe in Jesus as Savior? That’s the key question. So as a married couple, have you placed Christ first in all things? If not, stop now and evaluate your situation and put Him first.
COED SOFTBALL It’s softball time! Anyone interested in playing Coed Softball, please let Wes know. The deadline is April 12th. Season starts the week of May 3rd. Games will be on Tuesday nights.
STEPPING STONES [Cheri] Stepping Stones End of Year Carnival! Stepping Stones is having a Carnival for our Celebration Night April 30, 2015 from 5:30 - 8:30! We need helpers to setup, tear down, run games and interact with our Stepping Stones Families. Please see Cheri Bloyer or sign up on the Communication Card if you would like to assist. Lesson 52 April 1, 2015 Luke 24:1-24 Craft Easter Lesson 48 April 8, 2015 Luke 22:14-22 Games Communion Lesson 50 April 15, 2015 Acts 10:1-48 Craft Marriage and Family Lesson 49 April 22, 2015 Acts 8:26-39 Games Baptism April 29, 2015
Celebration Night
SOLID ROCK [Wendy]
Solid Rock supports two kids through Compassion International!
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS: Regular meeting times: JH (6th-8th grades): 6:30-8 p.m. Hang out from 6-6:30. SH (9th-12th grades): 7:30-9:00 p.m. Hang out from 6:30-7:30. BRING YOUR FRIENDS! April 1: The Purity Code April 8: The Foundation of Healthy Sexuality April 15: Spirit Heroes (Special Guest: Jessica Phillips from Pine Lake Camp) April 22: The Body: Is Sex Safe? April 29: The Mind: Renewing Your Mind for Good
JH FRESH AIR & SH CUTTING EDGE - Meets April 12 & 19
Emmanuel Ouedraogo
Uwizeyimana Judith
SERVE 2015 Meetings: April 19 & 26, noon-2:45 (bring $ for lunch) Fundraisers: Lunch April 12- Noon, fellowship hall (prior to the budget/election meeting) Menu: Gino's pasta (catered), salad & fixings, bread, drink & dessert Thursday, April 16- Papa Murphy's!! "Take & Bake" pizza Monday, April 27- 5:00-8:00. Help us raise cold cash with a hot fundraiser and conquer your hunger at the same time! Our young missionaries will serve you. HuHot (Ankeny location) will donate 10% of event proceeds, plus we earn 100% of the tips you leave our grillers. Questions? Contact Wendy at 515-975-6971.
Ladies, You are invited to a Baby Celebration for Kristina Presson and baby Alistair on Sunday, April 26th at 3 PM. Gifts are not necessary, but we want to celebrate a new child in God’s kingdom and have a time of fellowship with Kristina. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Please sign up on the bulletin board.
WORLD VISION'S 30 HOUR FAMINE April 10-11!! Students & staff will be going 30 hours without eating to raise money for the hungry around the World. If you would like to contribute, see Wendy.
Serve 2015 team building activity: Body Spelling “Unity”
MISSIONS [Rowena] During the worship service, Sunday, March 22nd, we were challenged to go on a mission trip to Child Evangelism Fellowship international headquarters in Warrenton, Mo. There are a variety of ways we can help and serve the Lord there. We have reservations for up to ten people, leaving Des Moines May 31st and returning June 5th. The total cost for each participant will be $10 per night for a total of $50.00, which can be paid upon arrival. The transportation expense will come from the mission budget. Completed applications must be sent to CEF six weeks before our scheduled week of service. We have no time to waste in deciding to go and getting registered. I will meet with you individually and later as a group when we know who is committed to making this trip. I have detailed information to give you now. Note the pictures on the mission bulletin board and ask to see the DVD. ~ Rowena (277-5237)
UNION PARK BAPTIST CHURCH 821 ARTHUR AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50316
APRIL 2015
CAMP CORNER [Jan] SUMMER YOUTH CAMPS 2015
PINE LAKE CAMP, ELDORA, IA
GENERAL INFORMATION Sign up by May 3rd with a $50 deposit. ALL CAMP FEES DUE 2 WEEKS BEFORE RESPECTIVE CAMPS There is a $150 subsidy/scholarship for all REGULAR attendees of Stepping Stones, Solid Rock or Sunday School and an additional camp discount of $30 if registered by May 3rd. Additional discount for Primary Camp because of Camp Share program. If a deposit is not made by May 3, there will be no scholarship/discounts granted. If you are not able to pay the subsidized fee of $155 and need additional scholarships, contact Jan Houser or Wendy Highsmith. Do not send your fees to camp. Union Park Baptist Church participates in the Time Share program. Please make checks payable to Union Park Baptist Church and leave in the camp box in the office, or give to Jan or Wendy. NOTE: Store funds and cabin photo fees should be paid to camp, not UPBC. REGISTRATION Two options: 1. Complete a registration form & return it to Jan Houser or Wendy Highsmith along with your payment. You can find the brochure in the church office, the youth room or online at www.pinelakecamps.org 2. Register online at www.pinelakecamps.org: (Please follow instructions, online registration is different) 1. Choose the camp you want to register for, click 'register now.' 2. Click on "Create a New Account" on the right side of the screen and enter the information of any child that you would like to register for camp. 3. Click on "Make a Reservation." 4. When you finish filling out the registration information click on "Proceed to Checkout." 5. Click on "Add a gift certificate or promotional code." Union Park Campers: Enter "UPBC2015" and click "Add Code." 6. If you want to add any camp store funds or a cabin photo, you will need to pay camp for them when you register. 7. Click on "Complete Order" and your registration is complete. You will receive an e-mail confirmation. Bonus: Your account information will now be confidentially stored online! No more re-entering your contact information for each camper.
Date
Camp
Grade Completed
Price before May 3*
After May 3
June 7-12
Juniors 1
Grades 3, 4, 5
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
June 14-19
Teens
Grades 6, 7, 8
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
June 21-26
High Teens
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 $335-$150-$30=$155
$335
June 28-July 1
Primary
Grades 1-2
$235-$80-$52=$103
$235
July 5-10
Young Teens
Grades 5, 6, 7
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
July 12-17
Juniors 2
Grades 3, 4, 5
$335-$150-$30=$155
$335
*For all camps but primary: $75 church subsidy, $75 camp scholarship, $30 early registration discount. Primary camp deductions are pro-rated. Church subsidy, camp scholarships and discounts available for all REGULAR attendees of Stepping Stones, Solid Rock or Sunday School and if $50 deposit is paid by May 3.
DURING CAMP You can see what your campers are doing, view pictures and send them a message! On the website click on Summer Camp & What's My Child Doing? Questions? Contact Jan Houser, 515-490-9678; Wendy Highsmith, 515-975-6971
