A message from Jim and Ginger Smyrl. See below.
William
— Forwarded Message —
From: Ginger Smyrl
Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2011 11:56 AM
Subject: Jim Smyrl’s mother
Just an FYI. Jim and I are in San Antonio because Jim’s mother is in her final days, if not her final hours. Please pass this along to the class.
Prayers would be very much appreciated.
Ginger Smyrl
Michelle Place has provided the form for this year’s Christmas Auction form in excel & pdf. Click on the appropriate link to download a form to your computer.
She writes:
I will have 35 copies with me on Sunday. These can
either be returned to me in class or via email to mplacetul(at)sbcglobal.net.
NOT AT MY tulsahistory.org address.
Michelle
(Substitute the @ symbol for “(at)” in the above email address.)
What a wonderful presentation given by Janet Purinton, we look forward to her presentation this Sunday 13 November.
Thank you to Richard Wansley for a wonderful prayer.
November Birthdays:
6 Rob Davis
7 Judith Payton
7 Janet Purinton
9 Bill Thomas
9 Bob Thomas
12 Nancy Manduano
November Anniversaries
7 Mike Stephenson and Denise Graham
Visitors:
Shawana Allen
Bobbie Renbuth
Kim Flick
Steve Copland
Alex Carbajal
Carla Fain
Thank you to those who Greeted and Refreshed us:
LeeAnne Nichols
Mark and Beverley North
Announcements:
ELECTIONS for 2012 Officers continues.
Planning for 2012 continues – What class activities and speakers do you want to see in 2012?
Our Speaker for Sunday 13 November is Janet Purinton.
Greeters and Refreshments for Sunday 13 November
Set up: Lynn Russell
Clean up: Dana Solomon
We are needing people to pray during class. If interested please contact Sharon Earley.
19 November, Gourmet Dinner 6:30PM, Address: 2133 E 69th Street. For those that bought into this at our 2010 Christmas Party Bob and Lynn Russell will be contacting you.
Food, Faith & Sharing, November 27 2011 5:30PM to 7:00PM
An old Fashion covered dish supper in Community Hall for the Sunday evening after Thanksgiving will be our monthly Vesper Service. We will gather around tables of eight, share a meal and share experiences of memorable and meaningful Thanksgiving and Advent Season times in our lives. This is intergenerational, all ages included. We will have facilitators at each table to help the discussion and then we will conclude with communion at each table. We will design the discussion as a way to make the transition from
Thanksgiving Weekend into the beginning of Advent, preparing for a more meaningful Christmas.
So, if you will be in town, join us for an old fashioned potluck supper, table fellowship, informal devotion and communion. For more information, please contact Dr Bill Tankersley or Sheri Nellis at sherinellis(at)bostonavenue.org
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church and John Burroughs Elementary School Partner’s In Education since 1999.
Burroughs Elementary 1924 North Cincinnati Ave Tulsa OK. Student population is approximately 363 with the school at 99% poverty. In 2007, was name the Title 1 Distinguished School. This school year
Burroughs has added 6th Grade and ED class. Ways you can support Burroughs Elementary:
1. Be a mentor through the Big Brother and Big Sisters School Based Program
2. Pick an apple from the Apple Tree and fill the request.
3. Provide funding for special projects through our Boston Avenue and Burroughs Together Account
4. Provide any of the following items:
Ongoing Needs of Burroughs Elementary
Copy Paper, Kleenex, Hand Sanitizers, Box tops for Education
child size socks, Gloves, Belts, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap
Children’s games and puzzles, Prize items for Incentive Store
Children’s uniform pants and shirts: Khakis or Navy Pants, Red, Yellow or White collared shirts (in size extra small, 3T, 4T, 5T)
Upcoming Events:
Apple Tree for the Teachers – Fall 2011
Mid Year School Supply Drive – January 2012
Snacks for Spring Testing – April 2012
Test Monitors – April 2012
Teachers Appreciation – May 2012
For more information please contact: Reverend Eva Marie Campbell, 918-699-0120, evamariecampbell(at)bostonavenue.org or Principle Michell Cullom, 918-833-8780, cullomi(at)tulsaschools.org
Discover Islam: Come and learn about Islam and help dispel the many myths about Islam in America.
November 8 Women in Islam. One hour session begins at 6:30PM. For more information please call
918-583-5181 or billcrowell(at)bostonavenue.org for free reservations. Respected members of the Tulsa Islamic Community will be present to hear comments and answer questions. If you attend this week, you will receive a prize.
Ugandan Orphan Choir , November 18, 19 and 20th
Anyone who is willing to open there house and provide Choir members and their Families a place to stay please contact Dr Joel Panciera.
Maranatha Christmas Party is Saturday December 10 at 6PM at the Tulsa Country Club. Cost is $25.00 per person. The price change is due to a class voted to remove hor’deurves from the menu.
Maranatha Auction, 10 December – Be thinking about what to enter into the Auction this year. Our goal is to raise $10,000. More details to come.
Joys and Concerns:
Congratulations to Ed Payton and Sarah Smith for awards received.
Congratulations to the Interfaith Council on the award it received,
Dave Sheppard
WR – Surgery
Pam Sherman’s Brother – Becoming a Grandparent.
Jim & Sherry Griffin
Have a great week.
I hope to see all on Sunday
William
I received a message from Debbie Peterson, there WILL NOT be Sunday School on Christmas Day. The only service on Christmas Day is at 11AM.
My apologies for the confusion.
William
For those that plan on coming to Sunday School and the 11AM Service on Christmas Day, we will have Brunch and Share Christmas Memories. If anyone would like to organizes the Christmas Memories please let me know?
Sincerely
William
Happy Halloween.
We had a wonderful Brunch on Sunday. For those that missed, you not only missed the great food, you also missed the wonderful fellowship.
Thank you to Lynn Russell for a wonderful prayer.
Visitors:
Barbara MeMahon – Dallas TX
October Birthdays:
31 Suzy Meredith-Orr
October Anniversaries:
31 Ralph and Lydia Jackson
November Birthdays
2 Francisco Maldonado
November Anniversaries:
2 Bob and Jill Thomas
Jim and Julee Embrey
Announcements:
ELECTIONS for 2012 Officers continues.
Planning for 2012 continues – What class activities and speakers do you want to see in 2012?
Our Speaker of Sunday 6 November and Sunday 13 November is Janet Purinton
Greeters and Refreshments for Sunday 6 November
Set up ?
Clean up: Leanne Nichols
We are needing people to pray during class. If interested please contact Sharon Earley
We are still needing Greeters and Refreshments for Sunday 6 November
If you are able to provided on a Sunday listed please contact Beverly North.
Wednesday 9 November, Balance and Fall Prevention Seminar and Screening in Community Hall.
Join Holly Thompson, physical therapist, for an informative session on balance, preventing falls, safety in the home, and exercise to decrease the risk of falling. Participants will receive a balance and fall risk screening at the end of the session. Holly has over 13 years of experience as a physical therapist at ST John’s Medical Center, in all areas of rehabilitation. Certified as an NDT Therapist. For more information and registration for this School of Continuing Education Bonus Presentation, contact Paula Gradney at 918-699-0129 or paulagradney(at)bostonavenue.org.
19 November, Gourmet Dinner 6:30PM, Address: 2133 E 69th Street. For those that bought into this at our 2010 Christmas Party Bob and Lynn Russell will be contacting you.
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church and John Burroughs Elementary School Partner’s In Education since 1999.
Burroughs Elementary 1924 North Cincinnati Ave Tulsa OK. Student population is approximately 363 with the school at 99% poverty. In 2007, was name the Title 1 Distinguished School. This school year Burroughs has added 6th Grade and ED class. Ways you can support Burroughs Elementary:
1. Be a mentor through the Big Brother and Big Sisters School Based Program
2. Pick an apple from the Apple Tree and fill the request.
3. Provide funding for special projects through our Boston Avenue and Burroughs Together Account
4. Provide any of the following items:
Ongoing Needs of Burroughs Elementary
Copy Paper, Kleenex, Hand Sanitizers, Box tops for Education
child size socks, Gloves, Belts, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap
Children’s games and puzzles, Prize items for Incentive Store
Children’s uniform pants and shirts: Khakis or Navy Pants, Red, Yellow or White collared shirts (in size extra small, 3T, 4T, 5T)
Upcoming Events:
Apple Tree for the Teachers – Fall 2011
Mid Year School Supply Drive – January 2012
Snacks for Spring Testing – April 2012
Test Monitors – April 2012
Teachers Appreciation – May 2012
For more information please contact: Reverend Eva Marie Campbell, 918-699-0120 evamariecampbell(at)bostonavenue.org or Principle Michell Cullom, 918-833-8780 cullomi(at)tulsaschools.org
Discover Islam: Come and learn about Islam and help dispel the many myths about Islam in America.
November 1 Islam: An American Faith
November 8 Women in Islam
One hour session begins at 6:30PM. For more information please call 918-583-5181 or billcrowell(at)bostonavenue.org for free reservations. Respected members of the Tulsa Islamic Community will be present to hear comments and answer questions.
Ugandan Orphan Choir , November 18, 19 and 20th
Anyone who is willing to open there house and provide Choir members and their Families a place to stay please contact Dr Joel Panciera.
Maranatha Christmas Party is Saturday December 10 at 6PM at the Tulsa Country Club. Cost is $29.95 per person
Maranatha Auction, 10 December – Be thinking about what to enter into the Auction this year. Our goal is to raise $10,000. More details to come.
Sunday 25 December: Current plans are for the 11AM Service only. As of right now we will be having class on Christmas Day
Joys and Concerns:
Bethany Willyard – Doing well
Sharon Bookout – Recovering from Hip Replacement Surgery
Paul Staat – Gall Bladder problems, otherwise doing well, has lost 90 pounds
Have a great week.
I hope to see all on Sunday
William
Remember, this Sunday 30 October is our Fifth Sunday Brunch. So, bring your appetite and your favorite Brunch dish. I still have not received any Theme suggestions, therefore we will use the decorations in the
room.
We will have a short 10 to 15 minute presentation after everyone is seated.
William
I am in AR with my sister-in-law as she is now in end stages of cancer.
If you would be kind enough to share with Maranatha to keep our family in prayers in the days ahead. No other needs at this time.
Sarah Maldonado
Thank you to Sarah Morice Brubaker for a wonderful presentation on Theology and St. Augustine of Hippo.
Thank you to Scott Morgan for an wonderful prayer.
Thank you to those who Greeted and Refreshed:
Michael Lane
Scott and Debbie Morgan
October Birthdays:
24 Ed Payton
October Anniversaries:
23 John and Linda Nicks
Visitors:
Tom and Sharron Cox
Announcements:
ELECTIONS for 2012 Officers continues.
Gene Martin’s mom, Betty Martin, passed away 12 October with family at her side, following a fall she suffered in her home 10 days ago. Services are scheduled for Saturday, October 29 at her home church (The Landing) in Glenpool.
Sunday 30 October is our Fifth Sunday Brunch. Bring your favorite dish. Any theme suggestions for our Brunch, please email me.
We are needing people to pray during class. If interested please contact Sharon Earley
We are still needing Greeters and Refreshments.
If you are able to provided on a Sunday listed please contact Beverly North.
Intergenerational Flag Football Game During the Downtown Hoedown
Sunday October 30 12:30PM to 1:30PM
Questions? Call Audra Fogle 918-699-0130
Wednesday 9 November, Balance and Fall Prevention Seminar and Screening in Community Hall.
Join Holly Thompson, physical therapist, for an informative session on balance, preventing falls, safety in the home, and exercise to decrease the risk of falling. Participants will receive a balance and fall risk screening at the end of the session. Holly has over 13 years of experience as a physical therapist at ST John’s Medical Center, in all areas of rehabilitation. Certified as an NDT Therapist. For more information and registration for this School of Continuing Education Bonus Presentation, contact Paula Gradney at 918-699-0129 or paulagradney(at)bostonavenue.org.
19 November, Gourmet Dinner 6:30PM, Address: 2133 E 69th Street. For those that bought into this at our 2010 Christmas Party Bob and Lynn Russell will be contacting you.
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church and John Burroughs Elementary School Partner’s In Education since 1999.
Burroughs Elementary, 1924 North Cincinnati Ave Tulsa OK. Student population is approximately 363 with the school at 99% poverty. In 2007, was name the Title 1 Distinguished School. This school year Burroughs has added 6th Grade and ED class.
Ways you can support Burroughs Elementary:
1. Be a mentor through the Big Brother and Big Sisters School Based Program
2. Pick an apple from the Apple Tree and fill the request.
3. Provide funding for special projects through our Boston Avenue and Burroughs Together Account
4. Provide any of the following items:
Ongoing Needs of Burroughs Elementary
Copy Paper, Kleenex, Hand Sanitizers, Box tops for Education
child size socks, Gloves, Belts, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap
Children’s games and puzzles, Prize items for Incentive Store
Children’s uniform pants and shirts: Khakis or Navy Pants, Red, Yellow or White collared shirts (in size extra small, 3T, 4T, 5T)
Upcoming Events:
Apple Tree for the Teachers – Fall 2011
Mid Year School Supply Drive – January 2012
Snacks for Spring Testing – April 2012
Test Monitors – April 2012
Teachers Appreciation – May 2012
For more information please contact: Reverend Eva Marie Campbell, 918-699-0120 evamariecampbell(at)bostonavenue.org or Principle Michell Cullom, 918-833-8780 cullomi(at)tulsaschools.org
Cookson Hills Christmas Giving October 1 through 31
It is time once again to collect gifts for our United Methodist Mission at Cookson. Tables will be in Bishops’ Hall each Sunday in October to receive these gifts. All gifts must be NEW and UNWRAPPED. They will be taken to the Cookson Center for their Christmas store shopping. Gift list are available in Bishops Hall, Information Desk Window and in the church Paper (The Word)
Discover Islam: Come and learn about Islam and help dispel the many myths about Islam in America.
October 25 African Americans 7 Islam
November 1 Islam: An American Faith
November 8 Women in Islam
One hour session begins at 6:30PM. For more information please call 918-583-5181 or billcrowell(at)bostonavenue.org for free reservations. Respected members of the Tulsa Islamic Community will be present to hear comments and answer questions.
Ugandan Orphan Choir , November 18, 19 and 20th.
Anyone who is willing to open there house and provide Choir members and there Families a place to stay please contact Dr Joel Panciera
Maranatha Christmas Party is Saturday December 10 at 6PM at the Tulsa Country Club. Cost is $29.95 per person
Sunday 25 December: Current plans are for the 11AM Service only. As of right now we will be having class on Christmas Day
Joys and Concerns:
Susan Carr – Passed away
Miranda – Knees
Jay North – Recovered
Sharron Bookout – Hip Replacement
Rex Donely
Eric – Recovering from cancer
Lynn Russell’s Grandson
Rob Rex’s Mother
Trisha
Ross
Betty
Randy’s mother turned 90 – Congratulations
Sam Smith’s Mother
Have a great week.
I hope to see all on Sunday
William
Our speaker was Susanna Southard from Phillips Theological Seminary who spoke on Deuteronomy 34. It is amazing how much we can learn from the Bible.
October Anniversaries:
16 Ray and Shannon Latchem
19 Sam and Sarah Smith
Greeters and Refreshments:
Set up: Ray and Sharon Earley
Clean up: Karey and Pam Low
Visitors:
Tom and Sharon Cox
George and Robin Carstens
Announcements:
ELECTIONS for 2012 Officers begin Sunday 23 October at 9:30AM.
Are you not satisfied with how things are going this year or in years past? Remember, the Officers do have an impact on what happens Sunday Morning, in Missions, in Social Event, Attendence and Church Events. So, don’t stand in the corner, GET INVOLVED, or forever hold your peace. Here is your chance to WOW the class and possibly set a standard for future officers.
Our speaker for Sunday 23 October is Sarah Morice Brubaker, Phillips Theological Seminary
Something from Hebrew Scriptures
Our Greeters and Refreshments for Sunday 23 October:
Set up: Michael Lane
Clean up: Scott and Debbie Morgan
Sunday 30 October is our Fifth Sunday Brunch
We are needing people to pray during class. If interested please contact Sharon Earley.
We are still needing Greeters and Refreshment providers for:
Sunday 6 November
Sunday 27 November
Sunday 11 December
Sunday 25 December
If you are able to provided on a Sunday listed please contact Beverly North.
Last Call:
This is the last week that the photographers will be working at the church to take pictures for the new picture directory. If you have not had yours made, please stop by the church office to make an appointment.
Intergenerational Flag Football Game During the Downtown Hoedown, Sunday October 30 12:30PM to 1:30PM
Questions? Call Audra Fogle 918-699-0130
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church and John Burroughs Elementary School Partner’s In Education since 1999. Burroughs Elementary, 1924 North Cincinnati Ave Tulsa OK. Student population is approximately 363 with the school at 99% poverty. In 2007, was named the Title 1 Distinguished School. This school year Burroughs has added 6th Grade and ED class.
Ways you can support Burroughs Elementary:
1. Be a mentor through the Big Brother and Big Sisters School Based Program
2. Pick an apple from the Apple Tree and fill the request.
3. Provide funding for special projects through our Boston Avenue and Burroughs Together Account
4. Provide any of the following items:
Ongoing Needs of Burroughs Elementary
Copy Paper, Kleenex, Hand Sanitizers, Box tops for Education
child size socks, Gloves, Belts, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap
Children’s games and puzzles, Prize items for Incentive Store
Children’s uniform pants and shirts: Khakis or Navy Pants, Red, Yellow or White collared shirts (in size extra small, 3T, 4T, 5T)
Upcoming Events:
Apple Tree for the Teachers – Fall 2011
Mid Year School Supply Drive – January 2012
Snacks for Spring Testing – April 2012
Test Monitors – April 2012
Teachers Appreciation – May 2012
For more information please contact: Reverend Eva Marie Campbell, 918-699-0120 evamariecampbell(at)bostonavenue.org or Principle Michell Cullom, 918-833-8780 cullomi(at)tulsaschools.org
Cookson Hills Christmas Giving October 1 through 31
It is time once again to collect gifts for our United Methodist Mission at Cookson. Tables will be in Bishops’ Hall each Sunday in October to receive these gifts. All gifts must be NEW and UNWRAPPED. They will be taken to the Cookson Center for their Christmas store shopping. Gift list are available in Bishops Hall, Information Desk Window and in the church Paper (The Word).
Discover Islam: Come and learn about Islam and help dispel the many myths about Islam in America.
October 18 Christians & Islam
October 25 African Americans 7 Islam
November 1 Islam: An American Faith
November 8 Women in Islam
One hour session begins at 6:30PM. For more information please call 918-583-5181 or billcrowell(at)bostonavenue.org for free reservations. Respected members of the Tulsa Islamic Community will be present to hear comments and answer questions.
The Front Porch Project of Tulsa, 2 day Community Training Sunday Sunday October 23 12PM to 5:30PM at Boston Avenue United Methodist Church. Lunch and Refreshments will be provided. The Front Porch Project is aimed at training people from all walks of life on how to safely and appropriately intervene in such circumstances and this past year became the latest Primary Prevention Program of The Parent Child Center of Tulsa, a child abuse prevention agency.
Ugandan Orphan Choir, November 18, 19 and 20th. Anyone who is willing to open their house and provide Choir members and their Families a place to stay please contact Dr Joel Panciera.
Maranatha Christmas Party is Saturday December 10 at 6PM at the Tulsa Country Club. Cost is $29.95 per person
Have a great week.
I hope to see all on Sunday
William
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