Maranatha Class Website

Here’s the news from Maranatha Class this past Sunday . . .

~ We were happy to have Rev. Howard Plowman begin his 3 part series. This week he challenged us to think about who God is and how we can keep people from exiting the church.

Hosts
Janet Purinton and Patti & Gary Smith – Thank you!

Next Week’s Hosts– Michael Lane and Angie Dale & Jim McCann

Birthdays

6th – Paul Loyd

8th – John Nicks

11th – Paula Scott

Anniversary

6th – Charlotte and Roger Rowe

Guests
Lauren Latchem and Mary Bundren

Announcements

~ Youth Stock Investment ended today
~ Richard announced serving at Day Center will be Friday, May 11 – Denny & Suzy will coordinate and send info out about meeting time and place – probably the
church at 5pm
~ Richard introduced Martha Blevins who spoke about a Maranatha Project to help people who suddenly find themselves unemployed – More details to come.
Hopefully this will become a church wide effort
~ Martha also spoke about Children’s Library Catalog Project – they are looking for a Db program to help with this project – Contact Martha for more details
~ Janet Purinton announced that the Tulsa Oratorio Chorus will be performing next Saturday, May 12, in the Sanctuary. The Chorus will offer Bach’s “B Minor
Mass” – Tickets are $5 off for Boston Avenue Members
~ Pam Sherman suggested a combined May/June Social at one of the lakes nearby. A show of hands seemed to indicate people were interested – she will start
working on it and have more details soon

~ A list of needs for the Exodus House apartment was passed around. The apartment is empty and we will begin working on it for a new resident soon

Joys and Concerns

~ Janet shared that the husband of Sharon, one of our amazing kitchen ladies, will be undergoing quadruple bypass surgery this week and asked us to keep Jim in
our thoughts and prayers
~ Denny congratulated all those involved in the recent Bay Troupe Production, Curtains – BRAVO!
~ The Pirates of Penzance will be the BABA production this summer. Suzy & Denny are directing. The first auditions are next Sat., May 12 from 10am to Noon
in Community Hall. Additional Auditions are set for Sat/Sunday, May 19 & 20.

Prayer
Paul Loyd provided the class prayer

Enjoy your week!

Thank you to all those who attended. We had another wonderful lesson by Mindy Sharp of Phillips Theological Seminary.

May Birthdays:
1 Brenda Worthington
4 Susie Butterworth
5 Kirk Place

May Anniversaries:
1 Dave & Margret Been

Prayer:
Richard Wansley

Host:
Richard & Meredith Wansley
Cisco & Sarah Maldonado

Announcements:

Our current Apartment M resident, Bobbie, is moving to Houston. We wish her well.
This means that it is time to ready Apartment M for its next resident. Here is a list of things needed:
Bathroom Items:
nail clippers, Emery board, comb, brush, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, Q tips, lotion, shaving cream,
bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, after shave, shampoo, toilet paper, Kleenex, bath plunger,
bath rug set, conditioner

First Aid Kit
tweezers, Tylenol, band-aids, assorted, antibiotic cream, shower curtain & liner, tub mat, bowl brush, soap & toothbrush
holder set, hand soap, bath soap bars, disinfectant spray, trash can.

A list for Apartment M will be passed around in class.

Bolivia Mission:

Boston Avenue’s VIM Team needs your help!! The team will travel to San Julian, Bolivia this summer. You can support
them by collecting and bringing the following items to the WAOM table in Bishop’s Hall:
Toothpaste, Tylenol, Advil, Multi-Vitamins(adult and children), Sunglasses, Pre-Natal Vitamins, Crayons,
Small Coloring Books, Stickers, Polaroid Film & Cameras, 13 Mosquito Nets

*All items must have and Expiration Date no Earlier that December 2013.

Day Center For The Homeless:
Friday 11 May Maranatha Class will be serving a meal at Day Center For The Homeless. We are looking for
volunteers and a Group Leader. If interested please contact Richard Wansley.

Tulsa Drillers
Sunday June 10 Boston Avenue will attended a Tulsa Drillers Baseball Game. This includes all you can eat BBQ Buffet.
$20 includes ticket and meal. Please contact Dr Bill Crowell if interested.

Joys and Concerns:
Charlotte Kerpan – Pancreatic Cancer
Margo McClay – Lung Cancer

Have a great week.

William

Here’s the news from Maranatha Class this past Sunday . . .

~ We were excited to have Mindy Sharp from Phillips speak to us about Pastoral Theology and Ethics and her journey to be here in Tulsa at Phillips.

~ This coming Sunday she will discuss Matthew 13: 33-35; 36-43; 44-46 – 3 parables – she asked us to read them ahead of time if possible.

Hosts
Solomons and the Morgans – Thank you!

Next Week’s Hosts– Wansley/Davis and Maldonados

Birthdays

23 Sarah Smith

Anniversary

23 Anita & Mark Rounds

Guests
Frances Giessen joined her father, Paul, in class today

Announcements

~ Youth Stock purchases now available in Bishops Hall or contact one of the BA Youth
~ Richard announced serving at Redemption Church will be June 24th NOT April 29 – contact Richard for more details
~ Richard also spoke about the Children’s Library Catalog Project – Contact Richard for more details
~ Parenting with Teens, a workshop by Kim Fanter, will be April 22 at 12:30pm – Sign-up in Bishop’s Hall
~ She will also be doing a pre-school workshop the following Monday
~ Pam Sherman is looking for a house/pet sitter for this summer
~ Sharon announced that we needed to start work on the Exodus House apartment to get it ready for a new person. She will have a sheet ready soon with a list of needs

Joys and Concerns

~ Eric Green was in class and thanked everyone for their prayers and support!
~ John Sherman’s surgery went well
~ The Shermans need twin beds for grandkids in their new home – contact Pam if you have or know of one

Prayer
Jim Embrey provided the class prayer

Enjoy your week one and all!

Here’s the news from Maranatha Class this past Easter Sunday . . .

~ Rev. Ken Tobler concluded his series on the 3 characteristic approaches to faith practiced by Methodists (and others) – Heart, Head and Hand. Sunday’s lesson focused on using our Hands by reaching out to do all the good we can, for all the people we can, for as long as we can! Thank you, Ken!

~ We are excited to have Mindy Sharp from Phillips joining us for the remain Sunday’s in April

Hosts
Shari & Lynn Goodwin and Suzy & Rob Morgan – Thank you for the good eats!

Next Week’s Hosts– The Solomons and Morgans (Debbie)
Birthdays

15 Jerry Russell

16 Joey Manduano

19 Mickey Maus

Anniversary

15 Nancy & Joey Manduano

Guests
Frances Giessen joined her father, Paul, in class today

Announcements

~ Sharon announced that Bobbie, the person we sponsor at Exodus House, will be graduating on Tuesday, at 6:30pm, at Redemption church – She encouraged people to come. Reservations for the dinner can be made by calling Sharon – preferably before Tuesday evening
~ Richard announced a mission opportunity – serving at Redemption Church, Sunday evening April 29. A sign-up sheet was passed around – contact Richard for more details
~ Parenting with Teens, a workshop by Kim Fanter, will be April 22 at 12:30pm – Sign-up in Bishop’s Hall
~ She will also be doing a pre-school workshop the following Monday

~ Pam is working on the May Social at Woolaroc. She will keep us informed

Joys and Concerns

~ Christie Luks announced the engagement of their son, Brian, who will be married in October
~ Jeff Allen announced the engagement of their son, Taylor, who will be married in September
~ Lynn Jesse asked for prayers for the people in Woodward in the aftermath of the tornadoes
~ Susan Rose asked for prayers for a friend of their daughter who is battling breast and lymph cancer

Prayer
David Carpenter provided the class prayer

Enjoy your week one and all!

Easter Sunday!

Here’s the news from Maranatha Class this past Easter Sunday . . .

~ Rev. Ken Tobler continued his series on the 3 characteristic approaches to faith practiced by Methodists (and others) – Heart, Head and Hand. Sunday’s lesson focused on using our Heads! This coming week will explore how we use our Hands to serve God and the Church. We hope you join us!

Hosts
Nancy & Joey Manduano and Lynn Jesse & Bob Russell – Thank you for the special effort on Easter Sunday!

Next Week’s Hosts– The Goodwins and the Morgans (Suzy and Rob)
Birthdays

13 LeeAnne Nichols

14 Pam Lowe

14 Michael Lane

Anniversary

9 Judy and John Harkins

Guests
Richard & Dolores Hodges, Carol Tobler, Bill & Christie Court, Rich & Melanie Evans, Elaine

Announcements

~ Kendall is preparing Bay Troupe ad
~ Christmas Party/Auction will be Saturday, December 8 at the Tulsa Country Club
~ Parenting with Teens, a workshop by Kim Fanter, will be April 22 at 12:30pm – Sign-up in Bishop’s Hall

Joys and Concerns

~ Pam told us that her granddaughter, Elaine, was selected to be a Foreign Exchange student to Japan
~ Pam also shared that her grandson, Ford, has been made Commander of ROTC for all of the Tulsa Public Schools

~ Jim reminded us about the search for projects for Downtown for Good – especially for church members who need help – send items to Jim or Richard Wansley
~ Lynn asked for prayers for Aaron who is at Mayo clinic – he has had his colon removed and is still battling cancer

~ David asked for prayers for his brother, John, who fell and broke his shoulder

Prayer
Scott Morgan offered the Easter prayer.

Have a wonderful week!

Easter is upon us . . . Sunday School Classes will begin at 9:30 this week!

Here’s the news from Maranatha Class this past Sunday . . .

~ Rev. Ken Tobler began his series on the 3 characteristic approaches to faith practiced by Methodists (and others) – Heart, Head and Hand. This first session included biographical info about John Wesley and a discussion about the way we approach God and Christ through our Hearts. This Sunday’s lesson will focus on using our Heads! We hope you join us!

Hosts
Scott & Debbie Morgan and Pam & John Sherman – Beautiful Table – Many Thanks!

Next Week’s Hosts– The Manduanos and the Jesse-Russells
Birthdays

1 Mark North

1 Judy Harkins

2 Jim Banes

3 Ralph Jackson

4 Anita Rounds

7 Rob Reck

Anniversary

7 Martha & Dan Blevins
7 Sherry & Jim Griffin

Guests
Suzanne Taylor Hood – Andrea Davis’ Mother

Announcements

~ See Attachment for Call for Cooks for a Bay Troupe Fund Raiser
~ Denny will contact Kendall about an ad for Bay Troupe
~ Our Class Offering for One Great Hour of Sharing to support UMCOR last week was about $260
~ Funds Allocation – approved unanimously with one change – $500 was moved form the Phillips allocation to support Ben Pascoe at SMU – THANK YOU FINANCIAL COMMITTEE for your work
~ Karen Campbell explained how she has been contacting people who have missed a month of classes and that she would appreciate anyone with info about people not attending to contact her directly
~ Babs Loyd announced there is an exhibit at the Philbrook called Seeking the Sacred -she would like to lead a group tour in the future
~ Pam Sherman led a vote on the date for the Christmas Party – the decision was that it will be on an early SATURDAY in December
~ It was announced that Pam Snodgrass said she misses class and will be returning soon

Joys and Concerns

~ Pam – Asked for prayers for Bethany and her children, who are now in foster care with different families. They are working to have them all together in the home of someone they all know.
~ Jim Embrey reported that a friend had collapsed, but recovered, in the heat this past week – he suggested we all take care as the real summer approaches.

Prayer
Sharon Earley led us in a beautiful Lenten prayer.

Have a wonderful week! Remember 3 Church Services this week – 8, 9:30 and 11AM. Sunday School will begin at 9:30

BayTroupeAuction.PDF

Just realized I had the wrong date in the Subject line – in case that kept some of you from reading it . . .

Sorry

Denny

MaranathaDonations2012.pdf

Here’s the news from Maranatha Class this past Sunday . . .

~ Christie Luks announced that the Easter Egg Stuffing Pot Luck will be Friday, March 30, at 6pm – Probably in our Classroom +++ Bring candy to stuff the eggs with as well!

~ Pam Sherman asked that we poll the class as to whether they prefer Friday or Saturday for the Auction Party in December – respond and let us know. This past year it was on a Saturday.

Hosts
Bill Gertsen and Judith & Ed Payton – Many Thanks!

Next Week’s Hosts– Scott & Debbie Morgan
Next Week’s Speaker – Rev. Ken Tobler – the 3 Pillars of the Methodist Faith

Birthdays

26 Doug Tye

27 Eric Green

27 Suzy Morgan

27 Linda Nicks

29 Suzan Morgan

Anniversary

28 Beth and Eric Green

Guests

Kathryn – Richard Wansley’s sister

Announcements

~ Funds Disbursement Vote next week – see attached information to review
~ Our class Offering today is going to One Great Hour of Sharing to support UMCOR

~ Lynn announced that the Gourmet Dinner will be Next Saturday – email reminders will be sent

Joys and Concerns

~ Richard Wansley announced that Michelle Place had been selected as the new Tulsa Historical Society Exec. Director!
~ Susan Rose asked for prayers for her friend Angie, who is dealing with issue around in vitro fertilization
~ Jeff Allen announced that their daughter, Rebecca has been accepted in the PAC program in Clinical Psych at Auburn

~ Sharon Earley asked for prayers for her Mother who is having a hip replaced this week
~ Mary Staat shared a joy that Paul was able to see his mother recently
~ Bill Thomas shared the following – Lo Detrich was helicoptered in intensive care to St. Louis this past weekend; she is dealing with complications with pneumonia. Now at twenty seven, Lo has endured two double-lung and one kidney transplant in her remarkable life. Lo has served as an avid life-time fund money raiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, including serving a one year honor as their national representative in her late teens (a wonderful speaker, I might add!). Her parents, Terry & Don Detrich, taught the Maranatha Class a few years ago, after writing The Spirit of Lo, An Ordinary Family’s Extraordinary Journey. Please extend prayers for Lo, her family and her many friends across the country.

Prayer

Paula Scott led us in a beautiful Lenten prayer.

Speaker
Valerie Judkins shared her narrative and pictures of the 10 day trip taken to Israel last year by several church members – it was amazing to see some of those places!

Have a great week!

MaranathaDonations2012.pdf

Hello, All,

Soon after the last News email was sent Janet stopped by to let me know she had just spoken to Eric and it appears the first round of treatment has done some great things – so much so that he was talking about coming home for the weekend and maybe being in class Sunday. WONDERFUL NEWS!

Eric’s birthday is next week and Janet suggested that if you would like to bring a birthday card for him we will collect them secretly at the sign in table on Sunday. Audra Fogel has indicated she will collect them and deliver them along with others form the Youth.

Please keep Eric in your prayers and, if you wish, bring a card on Sunday to help him celebrate his birthday!

Thank you!

Denny

We were very excited to have so many people from various classes came together on Sunday to hear Rev. Cynthia Harvey, Deputy General Secretary of the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR). Her passion for carrying out the work of the church and providing humanitarian efforts wherever needed was very inspiring. She is a role model for the devotion to people in need we all should strive to nurture. We were blessed with her presence in our classroom.

Here’s the news from Maranatha Class this past Sunday . . .

Since we learned that UMCOR is funded by the One Great Hour of Sharing offering held each year during Lent, the Donley’s and others in the class suggested we have our own One Great Hour of Sharing and donate the collection from this coming Sunday’s class to UMCOR.

Hosts
The Fabulous Morgan Sisters Suzan and Nancy and Shari Goodwin – Many thanks!

Next Week’s Hosts– Bill Gertsen and Judith & Ed Payton
Next Week’s Speaker – Valerie Judkins will share experiences from her trip to Israel last year.

Birthdays

18th Joe Harris

18th John Sherman

19th Carol Grim

19th Susan Panciera

20th Meredith Davison Wansley

Anniversary
21th Debbie & Neal Pascoe

24th Sue & Keith Madden

Guests
Many people from other Sunday School Classes! What a treat to have a full class

Announcements

~ The Mission Fair is Sunday, March 18, from 9:30a until 1:30p in the Parlor and Bishop’s Hall

Joys and Concerns

~ Shannon Latchem’s mother passed away – we ask you to keep the family in your prayers

This was in last weeks email, but bears repeating . . .
~ Janet made an announcement about Eric Green. He will be in Little Rock for a few weeks as they monitor and treat his condition which has morphed into something new. Cards and notes can be sent to this address through April 4th:

Eric Green
2200 Riverfront Drive #4111
Little Rock, AR 72202

Janet asked this info to be passed along as well . . . We are starting a two dinner a week plan. This week we’re taking food on Wednesday evening and Friday evening, but that schedule is very flexible. I have the first week covered with donations from the casserole brigade. We’re looking forward to receiving more HALF size casseroles—there will be only three Greens eating here in Tulsa. No lasagna, they seem to have plenty. If you have desserts that you can freeze, those would be very welcomed as well. Please e-mail me at purinton2 or call me at 918-230-3416 if you have meat or a casserole or dessert that you’d like me to pick up. There will be a cooler at Sunday School this coming Sunday to store anything you have prepared until I can get it to my freezer if that would be more convenient.

Prayer
David Carpenter led us in a wonderful Lenten prayer.

See you Sunday – remember to get there early to get your seat for our guest Speaker!