Sunday Worship Schedule starting September 10, 2006
9:00 AM Worship and Kids’ Time
10:00 AM Fellowship Time
10:30 AM Worship and FaithWalk

Next Centinel Deadline: Sept. 15

Centennial Serves
Saturday, October 7
A church without walls!

Join us as we celebrate and serve the people of God in our surrounding community. Check out the many service sites at the Centennial Serves table on Rally Day One on Sept. 10 or Rally Day Too on Sept. 17.

Please sign up to make a blanket, assemble meal packages or food grinders, paint, make bag lunches for the homeless or volunteer at a homeless shelter, home repair, housekeeping, yard work, and much more.

Centennial Church to Sponsor Refugee Family
Centennial Church has once again been offered the challenge of sponsoring a new refugee, this time from the country of Burma. We need to move quickly, as the families are coming in latter September or October. The families are traditionally small, three to five members. We will need the help of our membership to volunteer their time, money, and articles with the foremost need of a core planning committee. Please prayerfully consider how you can help, with your time being one of the most needed resources.

This is such an uplifting mission to be a part of! To volunteer to be on the planning committee contact Karen Rudd, 651.490.5299.

Find Your Path…Share the Journey with our children and youth
Centennial Church is blessed by the presence of many children and youth – and you can share their faith journey and be a blessing to them! Our kids need adult faith role models — please say “Yes!” to the call to teach. Our Safe Church Policy requires that we have two teachers per class each week, so three or more on a teaching team allows flexibility and permits volunteers to take occasional Sundays off. We also need a substitute list.

Please talk with Volunteer Coordinator Jenny Farr, 651.787.0809, or Donna Draeger, Minister of Christian Education, about ways you can be part of our Sunday FaithWalk Teaching Team.

LOGOS Senior High Group
LOGOS Fall Kick-off
September 13
5:00-9:00 PM
Come during that time to get to know our LOGOS leaders Manny Esguerra, Mark Haase, Tracie Vandenburgh, and Craig Williamson, worship, eat great food, share your ideas, and play on two HUGE INFLATABLE obstacle courses in the church parking lot! 

Youth Praise Band
Centennial’s Youth Praise Band will reconvene on Sept. 10 with practice from 12:00 Noon–2:00 PM. Lunch is provided. Our first Wednesday Night Worship will be held on Sept. 13 and we will play on Sunday, Sept. 17. Please contact Kelly for more information.

LOGOS T-shirts/Hooded Sweatshirts Available
LOGOS t-shirts and hooded sweatshirts will be available to purchase as of Rally Day One. T-shirts are $10 and Hoodies are $25. All the proceeds will go to our LOGOS programs throughout the year.

The Pastors’ Keyboard

This week we have a guest “Keyboardist,” our Director of Youth Ministries, Kelly Swanson, who wants to share about a particular recent experience with you. We’ll be back with you next time!

I recently visited a community in Philadelphia called “The Simple Way.” Upon first reflection, there really isn’t much that is “simple” about it. The community of people I stayed with live in two houses in a rough neighborhood in Philly with an intention of being a presence of Love to their neighbors. They are taking the idea of the Early Church from Acts 2 and putting it into action. “They joined together with the other believers and devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, sharing in the Lord’s Supper and in prayer. And all the believers met together constantly and shared everything they had. They sold their possessions and shared the proceeds with those in need. They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their meals with great joy and generosity.” (Acts 2:42, 44-46) This community runs a thrift store out of one of their homes, offers after school reading for children during the school year, hands out 35 bags of groceries one afternoon each week, gardens on their roof to produce vegetables and spices for the neighbors, cares for the environment, and meets regularly as a group for prayer, meals and sharing.

Simple.

Yet, I realized while living in a community like this is that our world does not operate in a way that makes that seem simple. We are a world of individuals. Mine. Isn’t that often one of the first few words out of a precious baby’s mouth? We are all about the success of ourselves, and maybe our family. But what about “the other”? What about our neighbor? What about those living in a country I’ve never been to and will likely never go to who are living in poverty? Is being concerned with their well-being simple? I want to be aware of the decisions that I make and how they are affecting God’s children – even if they are children I’ll never know. Our life in the U.S. is often less concerned about taking care of others as it is about making sure we are taken care of. So we don’t look into “simple” things like how much drinkable water we waste each day by flushing our toilets, or whether or not our clothes were made by someone who was mistreated, or if our neighbor doesn’t have enough food on his table to feed a family of five while I indulge in three elaborate meals a day.

Maybe it is “simple.” Maybe all we need to do is be intentional about our decisions each day. Intentional to spend time in community to worship God. Intentional to devoting ourselves to the apostles’ teaching. Intentional to share a meal with others each day. Intentional to use grey water plumbing. Intentional to buy from manufacturers who are not using inappropriate child labor. Yet, this simple act goes against most of what I have grown up doing. So it is taking me a while to adjust to a new mindset. But I am starting small…choosing where not to shop, meeting with friends for prayer and communion once a week before work, and flushing less drinkable water down my toilets at home. Am I changing the world? No, probably not, but I am changing me.

Kelly Swanson

To learn more check out:
www.thesimpleway.org

“The Irresistible Revolution” by Shane Claiborne

www.oasisdesign.net/greywater/

Centennial News

Habitat for Humanity Summer Build
Along with 13 other churches, Centennial helped rehab three houses in St. Paul this past spring and summer. Among the volunteers there were many youth, entire families, friends, work colleagues and folks of all ages. It was truly an amazing collection of talent and enthusiasm totaling over 70 workers, many of whom volunteered for several days. We were well hydrated and nourished by a host of behind the scenes volunteers who prepared and served food, donated beverages and cookies and helped with contacting and general organization. Coordinating all of the breaks and meals were the long standing team of Doris Fischer, Shirley Parker and Jan Pederson. Their expertise makes every thing run smooth. In all, over 120 folks were involved!

Even after 11 weeks of work, it will be a while before these families can move into their new homes. Besides finishing up on details, each family needs to complete their 500 hours of “sweat equity”. When everything is done, there will be a dedication and four families comprising 30 family members will start new chapters in their lives of belonging and home ownership. Thank you to all who helped and kept us in prayer.

Gathering Volunteers Needed
Would you like to volunteer for The Gathering? The Gathering is a respite care program for care givers of early memory loss persons. We meet at Centennial Church on the second and fourth Thursday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Social interaction, games, exercise, a bus ride to Lyngblomsten Senior Center for lunch, and music or special programs comprise our day. We are particularly in need of male volunteers, as four of our six clients are men. Please call Jan Daniels, 651.633.8903, for further information. We need you!

Wesley UMC Dinner Volunteers—
Thank You, Thank You
to our Young Adults for taking this challenge and giving the greater part of Saturday, July 15 to this service project; and to our Adults who provided leadership in preparing and assisting with this dinner for 150 people in downtown Minneapolis who hunger and depend upon this Wesley UMC weekly event. As our first time with this activity it was a learning experience for all. Wesley would like us to commit to providing this dinner service on a quarterly basis. The Church & Society Committee would appreciate knowing your continuing interest in doing this and also your feedback and suggestions as to how we might improve on this service.
Jim Sentz for Church & Society Committee

RARES “Meaning Making in the Third Half of Life”

Retired, Almost Retired, Energetic Seniors, (RARES) first meeting will be Thurs., Sept. 14, at 12:00 Noon. With increasing life expectancy, more and more people have 20-25 years of retirement to fill. Retirement is a time to celebrate who we are yet acknowledge what is lost. Jane Griffin Kise, an author, consultant, and "child of Centennial" will speak on how to make the most of our God-given gifts during these years.

She'll cover some of the themes from her books LifeKeys: Discover Who You Are; SoulTypes: Matching Your Personality and Spiritual Path; Finding and Following God's Will; and Working with Purpose. Cost $6.50. Sign up at the Welcome Center by Sept. 10. All RARES and their friends are invited to attend!

MEDICAL DEVICES OF THE FUTURE
Men’s Club Fall Season Opening Dinner Program
Monday, September 18 6:30 PM Dinner, 7:15 PM Program

Many of us are alive today because of advances in medical science and technology, advances that will give added life to others in future years. Come and hear what is in store from a distinguished member of Centennial, Tim Laske, Ph.D, Senior Director, Medtronic, Inc. Youth interested in medical careers are invited. Tickets: Adults $8, Youth $4, Families $20. Sign up at the Welcome Center by Friday, September 15.

Remember in Prayer

Steve Koehn, Todd Lewis and Eric Nevalainen, who are in active military service. Eric is presently deployed in Iraq.

Steve has just begun Army basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Mail is important for encouragement at this time in the training. Send letter or cards to: Koehn, Stephen, Echo Company 3rd BN 34th Inf Regt, 4 Platoon, Fort Jackson, SC 29207. Please do not send food, magazines, or books.

We celebrate

Jacob Myron Henderson, who was baptized on August 27, 2006.

The birth of Owen Andrew Torgrimson, who was born on August 30, 2006. Owen is the son of Andy Torgrimson and April Wicklund, grandson of Steve and Pat Torgrimson and great grandson of Joyce Markham.

We remember

Lawrence Eickhoff, son of Blodwen Eickhoff, who passed away the week of August 1.

Hugo Sundstrom, cousin of Jackie Pihl, who passed away August 19. His celebration of life was held at Centennial on August 25.

Praying through our Membership Rolls

Our prayers for each other empower us and create joyful bonds of love!

Jean and Clarence Nicholas
Susan Nicholas & Don Drackert
Adam Nicholson
Brian Nicholson
Ed Nicholson & Cathy Holtzclaw
Sue Nicholson
Gary Niemczyk
Michael Niemczyk
Sara Niemczyk
Bob and Jane Nienaber
Denise Nordland

Thank you

I would like to express my deepest appreciation to the members and staff at Centennial for your prayers, cards, and calls during my recent surgery and recovery. Centennial is a very caring family community.
Jo Ann Snyder

Thank-you thank-you!
for the outpouring of cards and prayers I received during my recovery from surgery. I have been overwhelmed by the meals provided to our family, the balloon and gifts and plant from staff members, the flowers from the UMW and the loving care of our wonderful Centennial family. God is good and I am feeling stronger each day!
Love to all, Kay Hacklander

I do not have enough words to express my gratitude to the members of Centennial Church for their help and support following the death of my cousin, Hugo Sundstrom. For the second time in a little over a year, I have reached out to Centennial and been wonderfully blessed. May God bless all who turned their hands to this task.
Jackie Pihl and the entire family of Hugo Sundstrom

Thank you for the cards, calls and prayers upon death of Connie’s sister and cousin. Thank you also for the cards, calls, prayers, flowers, food, and visits from the pastors and Centennial friends after Maurie’s recent fall.
The Grundei Family

Fellowship Opportunities

ASSETS and Brunch Bunch* (Adult Singles Enjoying Togetherness) will Jam at Joyce’s on September 20. Contact Joyce Truax, 651.487.0320.

Bridge Club will have a potluck supper at CUMC on Sept. 8, 6:00 PM. Play bridge the first Friday of the month in homes. Contact Dick or Marilyn Armstrong, 651.636.9008.

Centennial Golfers meet Mondays at Kate Haven Course, 9:00 AM. Sign up at the Welcome Center. Contact Howard Rieke, 651.484.6194.

Deborah Fellowship first Friday of the month, 8:30 AM, at Baker’s Square in Roseville. Contact Nancy Ness, 651.483.3663.

Junior High Confirmation kick-off Sept. 13 following the youth-led Wed. Night Worship at 7:00 PM.

LOGOS Senior High Kick-off event Sept. 13 following the youth-led Wed. Night Worship at 7:00 PM.

Married Couples Group (20’s, 30’s, 40’s) will meet Sat., September 16 at 6:00 PM for fellowship. Contact Dawn and Mark Meyer, 651.486.0757.

Men’s Club September 18, 6:30 PM: Dinner and program by Tim Laske, PhD, Senior Director, Medtronic, and CUMC member—“Medical Devices of the Future.” Youth are invited to attend for career possibilities. Sign up a the Welcome Center or contact Jim House, 651.636.0372

Piecemakers is a group of women that meet at church for craftwork on Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 AM Donna Hedblom 651.633.4191.

Plug & Chug (14 & over) Habitat for Humanity every Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call Ken Tate 651.633.6108 or Don Hopkins at 651.628.9713.

PrimeTimers (couples/singles, 45+) watch the bulletin for events/activities.

RARES (Retired, Almost Retired, Energetic Seniors) meet for a luncheon and program on Sept. 14, 12:00 Noon. Jane Kise will present “Meaning Making in the Third Half of Life.” Contact Joyce Rosene 612.781.3500.

S.O.S. (Slightly Older Singles) Holiday Lights Tour on Dec. 13. Reserve tickets by Oct. 1 by calling Peg Lackey, 651.633.2164.

UMW (United Methodist Women) Sept. 7 meeting is a potluck at 6:00 PM with a short program of members sharing experiences at the School of Christian Mission and Assembly.

Women’s Breakfast Fellowship (women of all ages) meets Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 AM at Byerlys. Contact Thelma Boeder 651.489.2604.

Women’s Night Out (women in fellowship) meet Mon, Oct. 1, 6:30 PM at Ol’ Mexico in Roseville. Contact Wendy Lucas, 651.482.8592.

Young Adults (Ages 18-35, singles & married with no children) Rock climbing adventure at Vertical Endeavors on Sunday, Sept. 24. Contact Scott Roberts, sroberts@kualumni.org. Join us on Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, for Young Adult Bible Study. We’re studying the letters of Paul. Contact Katie Sharpe, 651.214.5556.

*Scholarships are available and confidential for Centennial sponsored events. Please contact one of the pastors. Contact Child Care Supervisor-Coordinator, Jean Moline, by leaving a message at 651.633.7644 ext. 38 at least 48 hours before an event. If there are no calls, child care will not be provided.

Centennial Staff

Volunteer Staff:

Pastor: Brian C. Hacklander
bhacklander@centennialumc.org
Pastor: Melanie Homan
mhoman@centennialumc.org
Minister of Christian Education: Donna Draeger
ddraeger@centennialumc.org
Director of Music/Organist: Robert Nienaber
rnienaber@centennialumc.org
Youth and Young Adult Ministries: Kelly Swanson
kswanson@centennialumc.org
Director of Red Robin Preschool: Nan Carlson
ncarlson@centennialumc.org
Church Administrator: Lisa Schuler
lschuler@centennialumc.org
Admin. Assistant/Membership Records:
Julie Elholm
jelholm@centennialumc.org
Communications: Tami Worden
tworden@centennialumc.org
Director of Children's Choirs: Deb Olsen
debolsen26@gmail.com
Child Care Supervisor/Coordinator: Jean Moline
hewle002@tc.umn.edu
Junior High Youth and Confirmation Ministries; Youth Praise Band: Jessica Mueller
jmeuller@centennialumc.org
Custodian: Gordon Overbo
Assistant Custodian: Eve Newman
Coordinator of Outreach Ministries:
Lauren Wendt
lwendt@centennialumc.org
Parish Nurse: Julia Nordling
parishnurse@centennialumc.org
Chancel Choir Accompanist: Sharon Follingstad
Wedding Liaison: Deanna Kieffer
Alternate Wedding Liaison: Tracie Ball

Funeral Coordinator: Jean Van Doren
Associate Funeral Coordinator: Marilyn Roberts
Steward of Capital Funds and Planned Giving: Bob Rosene
Pastors Emeriti: Clarence Nicholas, Joyce Rosene

Church office hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Centennial United Methodist Church
1524 West County Road C2
Roseville, MN 55113
651.633.7644
cumc@centennialumc.org