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First United Methodist Church of North Hollywood
GOOD NEWS
e-mail: nohofumc@pacbell.net
April 2017
facebook.com/nohofumc1 www.nohofumc.com
IN THIS ISSUE:
ā€¢ Easter Worship Schedule
ā€¢ Childrenā€™s Easter Party
ā€¢ Easter Basket Mission
ā€¢ Wear Hats on Easter
ā€¢ Tea Fellowship
GOOD NEWS is published monthly by
First United Methodist Church of North
Hollywood, California 91601
Phone (818) 763-8231
Grant Hagiya
Bishop
Rev. James Powell
District Superintendent
Dr. Joey K. McDonald
Pastor
Congregation
Ministers
Jeff Thomas
Director of Music
Roger Eshleman
Organist
Nylean Rapinac
Administrator
Patty Kelsey
Director, Program Ministries
Tonya Peat
Director, Outreach Ministries
Here is a poem written by Dr. Howard Thurman, titled, ā€œThe Threads in
My Hand,ā€ which I trust you will ļ¬nd meaningful in this season:
ā€œOnly one end of the threads I hold in my hand. Ā The threads go many
ways, linking my life with other lives. Ā One thread comes from a life that is
sick; it is taut with anguish. Ā And always there is the lurking fear that the life
will snap. Ā I hold it tenderly. Ā I must not let it go.
One thread comes from a high ļ¬‚ying kite; it quivers with the mighty current
of ļ¬erce and holy dreaming. Ā Invading the common day with far-off places
and visions bright...
One thread comes from the failing hands of an old, old friend. Ā  Hardly
aware am I of the moment when the tight line slackened and there was
nothing at all - nothing...
One thread is but a tangled mass that wonā€™t come right; mistakes, false starts,
lost battles, angry words - a tangled mass; I have tried so hard, but it wonā€™t
come right...
One thread is a strange threadā€“it is my steadying thread; when I am lost, I
pull it hard and ļ¬nd my way. Ā When I am saddened, I tighten my grip and
gladness glides along its quivering path; when the waste places of my spirit
appear in arid confusion, the thread becomes a channel of newness of life.Ā 
One thread is strangeā€“it is my steadying thread. Ā Godā€™s hand holds the other
end...ā€
Easter is a season for remembering. Ā Remembering the power of God in
relationships. Ā For that is where we meet God in the hard and soft places. Ā In
the sad and happy places. Ā  In the high and low places of our everyday
existence. Ā Jesus knew this and gave examples in a life never far from the
source of true life. Ā Songwriter Michael Card suggests, in a modern passion
hymn, that nails were not needed to put Jesus on a cross, ā€œHis love would
have held him there.ā€
Such is the nature of Godā€™s love. Ā  The Easter narrative tells the truth of
Godā€™s unconditional love for us. Ā It binds us to God and to each other in
ways difļ¬cult to imagine, more difļ¬cult to describe, or in the case of the
Easter Story, nearly impossible to accept. Ā  In the words of Howard
Thurman, ā€œIt is a strange thread indeed.ā€
Your Friend and Pastor,
Joey
A NOTE FROM PASTOR JOEY
COME AND WORSHIP
The following Bible passages will be the basis for the 10:30 messages in April.
Please take time each week to read the selected passages.
April 	 2	 	 	 To Breathe New Life	 	 	 Ezekiel 37:1-14
April 9	 	 	 	 	 An Educated Tongue	 	 	 Isaiah 50:4-9a
April 16	 6:30 AM & 10:30 AM	 See What You Will 	 	 	 John 20:1-18
April 23	 	 	 	 The Real Deal 	 	 	 1 Peter 1:3-9
April 30	 	 	 	 	 Live This Way	 	 	 	 1 Peter 1:17-23
	 	 	 	
HIGHLIGHTS OF WORSHIP
March 1 - We began the season of Lent with an Ash Wednesday worship service. Our prayer chapel
within Boyer Chapel was open for silent communion, meditation, prayer and candle lighting prior to a
worship service led by Norman Kelsey. Many thanks to Roger Eshleman, who played the piano; Lisa
Cheby, who read her own poetry; and Shaun Vieten, who played guitar and sang special music.
March 5 - On this First Sunday in Lent, we were entertained by our announcement team of Phillip
Mottaz and Norman Kelsey, who shared the monthā€™s activities in March Madness fashion! Pastor Joeyā€™s
sermon, ā€œA Gluten Free Faith,ā€ was based on Matthew 4:1-11. This week Pastor Joey shares the
temptation of Jesus, partially inspired by his own experience trying to change the way he eats and moves.
Also inspired by staying the course of faith and that is the reward itself.
March 12 - Pastor Joey asked Norman Kelsey to share a reading by Maya Angelou, ā€œA Brave and
Startling Truth.ā€ We were blessed with special music from Libeck Kadu and Jeff Thomas who sang, The
Prayer,ā€ accompanied by Roger Eshleman. Patty Kelsey shared a Moment with Children using a
measuring cup, a tape measure and a watch to discuss how immeasurable Godā€™s love is (John 3:16).
Todayā€™s message was titled, ā€œA Brand New You,ā€ based on John 3:1-17. Pastor Joeyā€™s sermon was about
the discussion between Jesus and Nicodemus, who was confused about baptism by water and spirit. Pastor
Joey shared how we change when we encounter Jesus, how our lives are different as spiritual people, when
our belief is deepened.
March 19 - Today was the Third Sunday in Lent and Pastor Joeyā€™s sermon, ā€œA Spiritual Drought,ā€ was
based on Exodus 17:1-7. The people following Moses in the desert are whining and Moses goes to God.
God tells him to strike a rock and water pours out of it. Pastor Joey touches on what it means to be thirsty
spiritually.
March 26 - On the Fourth Sunday in Lent, we also celebrate UMCOR Sunday, formerly One Great
Hour of Sharing. Jeff Thomas shared ā€œPrecious Memories,ā€ for Just As We Are. Pastor Joeyā€™s sermon,
ā€œNap Time Is Over,ā€ was inspired by Ephesians 5:8-14. Pastor Joey touched on the writer of this epistles
message to the people to: ā€œWake up! Itā€™s not time to sleep, itā€™s time to live in the light of Jesus.ā€
Whatā€™s Happening in April?
Sunday, April 9th - Missions Sunday! Please
bring nonperishable proteins to donate to the Food
Pantry! (Tuna, Peanut Butter, Chili)
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
Thursday, April 13th - Maundy/Holy Thursday
Tenebrae Worship Service. 7:30 PM. Boyer Chapel.
Friday, April 14th - Good Friday
6:30 PM. Boyer Chapel. Communion Served.
Saturday, April 8th - Easter Basket Mission
Prep Day! 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Lounge. Help us
organize donations for Assembly Day on Sunday!
Tuesday, April 25th - Ruth Circle meets at 7:30
PM in the Anne Rocheā€™s House.
Monday, April 17th- Tabitha Circle Meets at
10:30 AM in the Hand in Hand Room.
Wednesday April 12th - UMW General
Luncheon. Noon. Lo-Fe-Lo. $3 Donation. Includes
lunch and program.
Saturday, April 8th - Walk With God. Leave at
2pm from the North Lot. Wild Flower Hill.
Sunday, April 9th - Easter Basket Assembly
Day! Following worship in front of the Lounge.
Tuesday, April 4th
9:00 AM
Magnolia Grill
Limit 8ppl. RSVP.
Saturday, April 15th
10:30 AM
Social Hall
Games, Activities,
Face Painting, Sing-a-long,
Easter Egg Hunt &
Meet the Easter Bunny!
Please invite your family,
friends and neighbors!
PB & J PROJECT
Thursday, April 20th
7:00 PM
Help us make 150 sandwiches for
the homeless. Meet in the lounge.
Saturday, April 1st - ALL CHURCH WORK
PARTY! 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Meet in Sanctuary.
Sunday, April 23rd - Congregational Meeting
in the Boyer Chapel following coffee fellowship.
Thursday, April 20th- PB & J Project meet in
the Lounge at 7:00 PM to make 150 sandwiches for
the homeless!
Tuesday, April 4th - Breakfast Club meets at
Magnolia Grill at 9:00 AM. Limit 8ppl. RSVP.
Friday, April 7th - Tea Fellowship at Tea Elle C
Garden Cafe at 11:30 AM. Please RSVP. Saturday, April 15th - Our Annual Childrenā€™s
Easter Party will take place at 10:30 AM in the
Social Hall.
Friday, April 7th
11:30 AM
Tea Elle C Garden Cafe
26111 Bouquet Cyn Rd.
Wednesday, April 12th - UMW Executive
Board meeting in Lo-Fe-Lo 10 AM.
Saturday, April 1st
9:00 AM
Main Sanctuary
Sunday, April 2nd - UMW Easter Boutique in
front of Lounge following worship.
Sunday, April 9th - Palm Sunday. Holy Week
celebrations begin this morning. Palm Fronds will be
distributed at both 8:15 & 10:30 worship services.
Currently In Progress
Virtual Vision: Part of the 2015 plan, this is a project to increase and improve the church's use of
technology for outreach and service. Accomplishments so far include posting weekly "Questions of Faith"
videos on Facebook. We will soon be enabling electronic tithing and donations. And we plan to continue
expanding our social media outreach.
Worship Music: The project team has been working to get more people involved with Special Music and
Choir performances, and diversify our musical offerings while still focusing on faith-based music. You may
have noticed the results of these efforts over the last few months. We are discussing incorporating more
musicians and singers from the community.
New Priorities
NoHo Theater District Outreach: We will be making an effort to connect with the creative community in
our neighborhood by forming a relational group called "Creative Spirit" and doing programming that hits
the intersection of arts and spirituality.
Community Volunteerism: We will be looking for ways to involve the community in mission projects as a
combination of outreach and service. Look for a survey coming soon to ļ¬nd out what kinds of
volunteerism would be of interest to you.
Adult Sunday School: We are devising a plan for a new adult Sunday school to take place between the 8:30
and 10:30 services.
On the Horizon
Front of Church: We are exploring ways to revamp signage and landscaping to make the church more
welcoming and appealing.
Youth and Children Program: We are developing a proposal to start a youth group and to add a Sunday
school class to better serve children of different ages.
If you have any questions or ideas, please contact Visioning Committee Chair Doug Eboch.
VISIONING COMMITTEE UPDATE
By Douglas Eboch, Visioning Chair
The Visioning Committee has been hard at work,
building off our 2015 visioning plan and updating it
with new projects to grow and improve our church in
its mission. We met on February 12th to identify
potential projects and divide into project teams that
were assigned to create speciļ¬c plans and identify
needed resources for each project. We reconvened on
March 26th to settle on our project priorities. We
have identiļ¬ed seven projects that are in three
different stages:
Staff Parish Chairperson, the Finance Committee Chairperson, Vision Committee Chairperson,
Congregational Lay Leader and the Lay member to the Annual Conference. The Board will meet
monthly to allow better communication between the committees and provide faster decision-making. The
Executive Board is established pursuant to The Book of Discipline (2016) paragraph 252.
To ensure transparency and encourage congregational involvement, the Administrative Council also
established quarterly all church meetings.
The Executive Board has set the date of Sunday, April 23, 2017, for the FIRST All Congregational
Meeting. The meeting will be held in the Chapel at 12:00 P.M.
At this meeting, the Board intends to share its 2017 Financial Budget. It also intends to share its Vision
Plan (see article in this month's Good News) and the Trustee report on implementation of facility
improvement.
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE.
To paraphrase Matthew 5:14, 16:
We are the light of the world. Please make our light shine before all people, so they can see.
SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2017
Boyer Chapel
Following Coffee Fellowship
On January 22, 2017, the Administrative Board
decided to reorganize church leadership to more
effectively serve the congregation. The
Administrative Council will be replaced by an
Executive Board and Congregational Meetings.
The Executive Board will be made up of the
Pastor, The Board of Trusteeā€™s Chairperson, the
Saturday, April 8th
Leave from North Lot at 2:00 PM
Join us for fellowship and exercise at
Wild Flower Hill
(3/4 mile trail)
Bring water and snacks.
ā€œNo, O people, the Lord has told you
what is good,
Ā Ā Ā Ā and this is what he requires of you:
to do what is right, to love mercy,
Ā Ā Ā Ā and to walk humbly with your God.ā€
Micah 6:8
LIBRARY NEWS
By Lynn Yoshizumi
Ā 
I have to admit that I neglected the Church Library for most of 2016. A number of books were donated to
the library during that time, but I am just now getting them on the shelves. First of all, we had to align the
shelves at the top of the various sections so that they could be used for the additional books. The ļ¬rst step
in getting books ready for shelving is to ļ¬nd the Dewey Decimal System number for each book. Sometimes
it is on one of the ļ¬rst pages, other times I can ļ¬nd it at the Library of Congress or LA Public Library
website and sometimes I have to select the number I feel would be most appropriate. Next I have to input
the information about the book in label format and print out a sheet of labels. Then there is the stamping,
pasting, sticking, taping necessary to complete the job of readying the books. Before the books are put on
the shelves, they are added to the computerized database.
Norman Kelsey recently donated 5 books. In Ken Wilsonā€™s ā€œJesus Brand Spirituality: He Wants His
Religion Back,ā€ the author explores four dimensions of the spirituality Jesus left in his wake--active,
contemplative, biblical, and communal. One reviewer stated, ā€œCandid, confessional, and full of stories,
these conversational chapters from a man enthralled with Jesus are shot through with the passion and the
realism of an eternally-vital romance."
Ā 
Norman also donated 2 Anne Rice novels, ā€œChrist the Lord: Out of Egyptā€ and ā€œChrist the Lord: The
Road to Canaā€. In the ļ¬rst book, 7-year-old Jesus and his family leave Egypt on the dangerous trip home to
Jerusalem. As they travel, the boy tries to unlock the secret of his birth and comprehend his terrifying
power to work miracles. ā€œThe Road to Canaā€ begins with Jesus, the man, living quietly in Nazareth as he
has for many years. Then following his baptism in the river Jordan, we see this quiet man emerge to
confront his destinyā€“and the Devil. We see what occurs when he takes the water of seven great limestone
jars and transforms it into cool red wine; when he is recognized as the anointed one; when he is urged to
call all Israel to take up arms against Rome and follow him as the prophets have foretold. In both of these
novels which are based on the gospels and the most respected New Testament scholarship, Rice summons
up the voice, the presence, and the words of Jesus, allowing him to tell his own story as he struggles to
grasp the holy purpose of his life.
Another look at Jesusā€™ life is ā€œJesus of Nazarethā€, the ļ¬rst volume in Pope Benedict XVIā€™s 3-volume
meditation on the life and teachings of Jesus. The 10 chapters cover the bulk of Jesusā€™ public ministry but
stop short of Jesusā€™ entry into Jerusalem and the Passion and Resurrection. These are covered in the 2nd
volume (which we do not have).The 5th book Norman donated is the modern classic, ā€œThe Alchemist: A
Fable about Following Your Dreamā€ by Paulo Coelho, which tells the magical story of Santiago, an
Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure as extravagant as any ever
found. The story of the treasures Santiago ļ¬nds along the way teaches us the wisdom of listening to our
hearts, learning to read the omens strewn along lifeā€™s path, and, above all, following our dreams.
For the month of April, these books may be found on the counter near the computer. Check ā€˜em out!
A time to celebrate the contributions of our nationā€™s
libraries and library workers and to promote library
use and support. The theme for 2017 National
Library Week is ā€œLibraries Transform.ā€
Special kudos to our church librarian, Lynn
Yoshizumi, for her passion and continual effort to
make our Church Library so wonderful.
BOOKS YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN
By Lynn Yoshizumi
In ā€œThe Prayer of Solomon: Enduring Wisdom from the Worldā€™s Wisest Manā€ by Rick Killian, King
Solomon's prayer and God's gracious answer instruct and inspire readers looking to make God a priority in
their lives. The book is ļ¬lled with principles gleaned from 1 Kings 3, including the importance of following
God with all one's heart, living in a spirit of humility and wisdom, how right motives in prayer make for an
effective and powerful prayer life, and much more.
Jim and Myriel Tyree recently donated 4 books that reļ¬‚ect Jimā€™s interest in history. Two of them are about
Charlemagne, who lived in the late 8th and early 9th centuries. There is ā€œCharlemagne: A Biographyā€ by
Derek Wilson. Charlemagne was an extraordinary ļ¬gure: an ingenious military strategist, a wise but
ruthless leader, a cunning politician, and a devout believer who ensured the survival of Christianity in the
West. He also believed himself above the rules of the church. This is a remarkable portrait of
Charlemagne and of the intricate political, religious, and cultural world he dominated. There is also Jeff
Sypeckā€™s ā€œBecoming Charlemagne: Europe, Baghdad and the Empires of A.D. 800ā€, which tells the story
of the international power struggle that led to Pope Leo III placing the crown of imperial Rome on the
brow of a Germanic king named Karl. This gesture enabled the man later hailed as Charlemagne to claim
his empire and forever shape the destiny of Europe.
Norman F. Cantorā€™s ā€œThe Last Knight: Twilight of the Middle Ages and Birthday of the Modern Eraā€
takes place in the late fourteenth century in Europe. It was a world in transition, soon to be replaced by the
Renaissance and the Age of Exploration -- and John of Gaunt was its central ļ¬gure. Gaunt's adventures
represent the culture and mores of the Middle Ages and his death is portrayed in ā€œThe Last Knightā€ as
the end of that enthralling period.
ā€œA World Lit Only by Fire: Medieval Mind and the Renaissanceā€ by William Manchester leads us from the
Middle Ages, a civilization tottering on the brink of collapse, to the Renaissance, the explosion of energy
that spawned some of history's greatest poets, philosophers, painters, adventurers, and reformers, as well as
some of its most spectacular villains.
April 9th
Please bring:
* Jars of peanut butter
* Cans/pouches of Tuna
* Soups high in protein
In December of 2016, a call was put out, for
hand knitted and crocheted clothing for World
Visionā€™s Knit for Kids. The deadline for the
ļ¬rst shipment is April 2017. Time does ļ¬‚y, but
silently, we have been able to collect 18 blankets
and beanies, from friends of the church, for this
nationwide program that unites volunteer
knitters to ļ¬ght poverty!
Every item provides hope and warmth to
vulnerable children living in poverty or difļ¬cult
situations around the globe. 60% of these items
will be distributed as far away as Armenia,
Nicaragua, Swaziland, and Tanzania. 40% go
to destinations as close as Appalachia, New
Orleans, and The Bronx.
Judy Palmer is still leading the collection of Box
Tops for Education for Red Bird Mission in
Beverly, Kentucky. However, Red Bird will no
longer be collecting Campbellā€™s Soup Labels after
June.
Please continue to collect Box Tops for Education,
put them in an envelope clearly marked, and
bring them with you to church.
Red Bird redeems Box Tops for points to redeem
anything listed in the merchandise catalog. They
are able to get anything from sporting equipment
to school supplies utilizing these Box Tops.
Remember to take a good look at your boxes
before recycling them!
Knitted beanies and sweaters on children in Africa.
KNIT FOR KIDS
By Patty Kelsey
SLIDELL, LOUISIANA - March 27, 2017
Although I said this last year they are still words from the heart of the team,ā€œThank you, Thank you,
Thank you, Thank you! Thank you for your support in funding and very importantly your support in
prayer - for the team and for those in need of help!ā€
The North District Recovery Team (UMVIM - United Methodist Volunteers in Mission) - (14 workers)
returned to Epworth Project (housed at Aldersgate UMC, Slidell, LA) for a week of work and fellowship.
The team was joined by three of my Missouri school friends dating back to 3rd grade.
Last year I reported.
During our week four inches of rain didn't dampen our spirits or much of our work. Just a few weeks ago
640 homes in Slidell had been ļ¬‚ooded along with 12,000 in northern Louisiana!	
Our ļ¬rst assignment for the week was to remove damaged siding and sheathing then replacing with new. It
was one of the 640 homes ļ¬‚ooded in March 2016! Monday we did the removal of one side, replaced the
sheathing and covered with black paper. Tomorrow weā€™ll continue with removal and the addition of siding.
We must move cautiously with the process as there are threats of rain - cannot have too much uncovered at
a time.
A Wisconsin group is also in camp - they are working two different homes - painting in one and drywall in
the other.
Gary our group coordinator is working to schedule our ļ¬fth visit next spring. I encourage others to go on
mission. Perhaps youā€™ll join us next year?
Peace & Love
Ken	 	 !
Wishing you many blessings on your birthday!
Love, Your Church Family
April 4	 Tanna Havlick
April 5	 Andrew Shuford
April 7	 Tara Varilek
April 12	 Margaret Dixon
April 13	 Lisa Cheby
April 13	 Frank Flemming
April 15	 Debbie Coyle
April 15	 Tonya Peat
April 16	 Gail Acosta
April 17	 Charles Lees
April 17 	 Cliff Rogers
April 19 George Peters
April 23 Brian Ellis
April 24 Jim Tyree
April 27 Letha Watts
April 28 Mark Hannon
April 30 Charles Minetree
April 30 David Varney
ā€¢ Andy Merrill was given grave news on his health.
ā€¢ Marion Elkerton is feeling much better after having a
serious bout with the ļ¬‚u.
ā€¢ Lisa Cheby request prayers for her friend, Joanna, who
was hit and run over by a car a few weeks ago.
ā€¢ Dianne Lake is much improved after having some difļ¬culty getting her tonsils removed.
ā€¢ Nina Loyā€™s tumors were benign and two ended up being cysts.
ā€¢ Tracy Ritter, who was on the prayer chain a few years ago when diagnosed with adenoid cancer,
had surgery to remove more cancerous tissue. The surgeons were able to remove most of the
cancer but decided to leave her carotid artery alone. She will still need to undergo cancer
treatment to try and target the remaining cancerous tissue.
ā€¢ Ā Ed Zung needs continued prayers for his daily struggle with his digestive system.
ā€¢ Ralph Seyboldā€™s daughter-in-law, Bobbi, is still suffering from some symptoms caused by
contracting West Nile. She recently had a procedure to reverse the paralysis of her left leg. She is
able to drive an adapted vehicle but has difļ¬culty getting around with a walker.
ā€¢ Keven McConnell is still dealing with facial paralysis and is going to a neurologist.
ā€¢ Matt Rogers is still dealing with severe depression.
HOMEBOUND CONGREGANTS
Think about dropping a note or stopping by to say hello.
Margaret Dixon 12626 Tiara St., NoHo, 91607
Marion Elkerton 4868 Tujunga Ave, NoHo 91601
Joyce Cunningham Courtyard Plaza, 6951 Lennox Ave., Van Nuys, 91405
Dorothy Tyler Country Villa, 9655 Sepulveda Blvd., North Hills, 91343
Reļ¬‚ections
Dr. Joey K. McDonald
Reļ¬‚ections are part of the weekly bulletin inserts for worship.
This writing was originally from March 9, 1997. Based on John 3:14-21 and
Dr. McDonaldā€™s sermon was titled, ā€œEternal Life Begins Now.ā€
John 3:14-21 is part of a larger passage which begins with verse one. Ā It is the narrative
of the encounter Jesus had with Nicodemus. Though not mentioned by name,
Nicodemus is the intended audience of verses 14-21.
You will recall Nicodemus questioned Jesus about the concept of new birth, and Jesus
responded by telling of new birth in faith. Ā When pressed by Nicodemus, Jesus ampliļ¬ed
the answer. Ā Verses 14-21 continues this expanded answer to include the understanding
of just how great the love of God is, and that new life in faith leads to transformed living.Ā 
It appears in the text Nicodemus believed Jesusā€™ thinking absurd.
In Nicodemus, we ļ¬nd the armchair quarter-back in all of us. Ā We detach ourselves from
the game. Ā Analyze the action, and pronounce judgment upon those participating, found
in the narrowness of our single minded thinking. Ā Jesus and Nicodemus were both Jews.Ā 
Each devout by any standard or measure of faith. Ā  Jesus in his openness afļ¬rmed
Nicodemus where he was, and invited him to look at questions outside of his present
experience. Ā Nicodemus, either through fear of something new, or pride, would not open
his heart or mind to a new understanding and experience of God.
We are not unlike Nicodemus. Ā We ļ¬nd it easier to ļ¬nd fault than ļ¬nd common ground
between differences. Ā It is easier to raise questions and cast doubt than to seek that we
may know or adjust our frame of reference and broaden our perspective.
The gospel writer tells us in Jesus, God sent the very best. Ā Not to judge or condemn, but
out of love, that our lives might be blessed. Ā No pie in the sky theology, but abundant life,
full members of the Kingdom here and now. Ā The only catch is we have to claim our
tickets. Ā At times though itā€™s more fun to evaluate than be part of the action.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR WORSHIP
	 	 	
April 2 	 Fifth Sunday in Lent. Purple.
	 	 Eze. 37:1-14; Ps. 130 (UMH 848); Rom. 8:6-11; John 11:1-45
April 9	 Passion/Palm Sunday. Red.
	 	 Liturgy of the Palms: Matt. 21:1-11; Ps. 118:1-2, 19-29
	 	 Liturgy of the Passion: Isa. 50:4-9a; Ps. 31:9-16 (UMH 764); Phil. 2:5-11; Matt. 26:14-27 or
	 	 Matt. 27:11-54
April 16	 Easter Sunday. White or Gold.
	 	 Isa. 52:13-53:12; Ps. 22 (UMH 752); Heb. 10:16-25; John18:1-19:42
April 23	 Second Sunday of Easter. White or Gold.
	 	 Acts 2:14a, 22-32; Ps. 16 (UMH 748); 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31	
April 30	 Third Sunday of Easter. White or Gold.
	 	 Acts 2:14a, 36-41; Ps. 116:1-4, 12-19 (UMH 837); 1 Pet. 1:17-23; Luke 24:13-35.
Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 AM in the Main Sanctuary
Childrenā€™s Sunday School meets at 10:30 AM in the Community Room/Nursery
Childrenā€™s Moment April 9th & Easter Sunday during 10:30 AM worship
Communion will not be served during the Lenten Season.
8:15 AM Worship Services in Boyer Chapel
April 2 - Pastor Joey	 April 9 - Patty Kelsey April 23 - Sandra Smith	 April 30 - Norman Kelsey
	
Holy Week Worship Services in Boyer Chapel
April 13 - Holy/Maundy Thursday 7:30 PM April 14 - Good Friday 6:30 PM (Communion served)
Easter Sunday (April 16) Worship Schedule
6:30 AM - Patio (Communion served) 10:30 AM - Main Sanctuary
Please have your articles for the Good News to the church ofļ¬ce by April 17th for the May 2017 publication
or email them to pattyfumc@gmail.com
If you no longer wish to receive this publication, please contact the church ofļ¬ce
or return this address label noting that we are to discontinue sending it. Thank you.
POSTMASTER - Please send changes of address to:
First United Methodist Church of North Hollywood
4832 Tujunga Avenue, North Hollywood, CA 91601
Holy Thursday
April 13
7:30 PM
Boyer Chapel
Worship Service
April 14 at 6:30 PM
Boyer Chapel
Communion Served
6:30 AM
April 16
On the Patio
Communion Served
10:30 AM Worship
April 16
Main Sanctuary
*Hat Sunday
Continental Breakfast served following Sunrise Service.
Coļ¬€ee hour to follow 10:30 worship in the Lounge.

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  • 1. First United Methodist Church of North Hollywood GOOD NEWS e-mail: nohofumc@pacbell.net April 2017 facebook.com/nohofumc1 www.nohofumc.com IN THIS ISSUE: ā€¢ Easter Worship Schedule ā€¢ Childrenā€™s Easter Party ā€¢ Easter Basket Mission ā€¢ Wear Hats on Easter ā€¢ Tea Fellowship GOOD NEWS is published monthly by First United Methodist Church of North Hollywood, California 91601 Phone (818) 763-8231 Grant Hagiya Bishop Rev. James Powell District Superintendent Dr. Joey K. McDonald Pastor Congregation Ministers Jeff Thomas Director of Music Roger Eshleman Organist Nylean Rapinac Administrator Patty Kelsey Director, Program Ministries Tonya Peat Director, Outreach Ministries Here is a poem written by Dr. Howard Thurman, titled, ā€œThe Threads in My Hand,ā€ which I trust you will ļ¬nd meaningful in this season: ā€œOnly one end of the threads I hold in my hand. Ā The threads go many ways, linking my life with other lives. Ā One thread comes from a life that is sick; it is taut with anguish. Ā And always there is the lurking fear that the life will snap. Ā I hold it tenderly. Ā I must not let it go. One thread comes from a high ļ¬‚ying kite; it quivers with the mighty current of ļ¬erce and holy dreaming. Ā Invading the common day with far-off places and visions bright... One thread comes from the failing hands of an old, old friend. Ā  Hardly aware am I of the moment when the tight line slackened and there was nothing at all - nothing... One thread is but a tangled mass that wonā€™t come right; mistakes, false starts, lost battles, angry words - a tangled mass; I have tried so hard, but it wonā€™t come right... One thread is a strange threadā€“it is my steadying thread; when I am lost, I pull it hard and ļ¬nd my way. Ā When I am saddened, I tighten my grip and gladness glides along its quivering path; when the waste places of my spirit appear in arid confusion, the thread becomes a channel of newness of life.Ā  One thread is strangeā€“it is my steadying thread. Ā Godā€™s hand holds the other end...ā€ Easter is a season for remembering. Ā Remembering the power of God in relationships. Ā For that is where we meet God in the hard and soft places. Ā In the sad and happy places. Ā  In the high and low places of our everyday existence. Ā Jesus knew this and gave examples in a life never far from the source of true life. Ā Songwriter Michael Card suggests, in a modern passion hymn, that nails were not needed to put Jesus on a cross, ā€œHis love would have held him there.ā€ Such is the nature of Godā€™s love. Ā  The Easter narrative tells the truth of Godā€™s unconditional love for us. Ā It binds us to God and to each other in ways difļ¬cult to imagine, more difļ¬cult to describe, or in the case of the Easter Story, nearly impossible to accept. Ā  In the words of Howard Thurman, ā€œIt is a strange thread indeed.ā€ Your Friend and Pastor, Joey A NOTE FROM PASTOR JOEY
  • 2. COME AND WORSHIP The following Bible passages will be the basis for the 10:30 messages in April. Please take time each week to read the selected passages. April 2 To Breathe New Life Ezekiel 37:1-14 April 9 An Educated Tongue Isaiah 50:4-9a April 16 6:30 AM & 10:30 AM See What You Will John 20:1-18 April 23 The Real Deal 1 Peter 1:3-9 April 30 Live This Way 1 Peter 1:17-23 HIGHLIGHTS OF WORSHIP March 1 - We began the season of Lent with an Ash Wednesday worship service. Our prayer chapel within Boyer Chapel was open for silent communion, meditation, prayer and candle lighting prior to a worship service led by Norman Kelsey. Many thanks to Roger Eshleman, who played the piano; Lisa Cheby, who read her own poetry; and Shaun Vieten, who played guitar and sang special music. March 5 - On this First Sunday in Lent, we were entertained by our announcement team of Phillip Mottaz and Norman Kelsey, who shared the monthā€™s activities in March Madness fashion! Pastor Joeyā€™s sermon, ā€œA Gluten Free Faith,ā€ was based on Matthew 4:1-11. This week Pastor Joey shares the temptation of Jesus, partially inspired by his own experience trying to change the way he eats and moves. Also inspired by staying the course of faith and that is the reward itself. March 12 - Pastor Joey asked Norman Kelsey to share a reading by Maya Angelou, ā€œA Brave and Startling Truth.ā€ We were blessed with special music from Libeck Kadu and Jeff Thomas who sang, The Prayer,ā€ accompanied by Roger Eshleman. Patty Kelsey shared a Moment with Children using a measuring cup, a tape measure and a watch to discuss how immeasurable Godā€™s love is (John 3:16). Todayā€™s message was titled, ā€œA Brand New You,ā€ based on John 3:1-17. Pastor Joeyā€™s sermon was about the discussion between Jesus and Nicodemus, who was confused about baptism by water and spirit. Pastor Joey shared how we change when we encounter Jesus, how our lives are different as spiritual people, when our belief is deepened. March 19 - Today was the Third Sunday in Lent and Pastor Joeyā€™s sermon, ā€œA Spiritual Drought,ā€ was based on Exodus 17:1-7. The people following Moses in the desert are whining and Moses goes to God. God tells him to strike a rock and water pours out of it. Pastor Joey touches on what it means to be thirsty spiritually. March 26 - On the Fourth Sunday in Lent, we also celebrate UMCOR Sunday, formerly One Great Hour of Sharing. Jeff Thomas shared ā€œPrecious Memories,ā€ for Just As We Are. Pastor Joeyā€™s sermon, ā€œNap Time Is Over,ā€ was inspired by Ephesians 5:8-14. Pastor Joey touched on the writer of this epistles message to the people to: ā€œWake up! Itā€™s not time to sleep, itā€™s time to live in the light of Jesus.ā€
  • 3. Whatā€™s Happening in April? Sunday, April 9th - Missions Sunday! Please bring nonperishable proteins to donate to the Food Pantry! (Tuna, Peanut Butter, Chili) HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE Thursday, April 13th - Maundy/Holy Thursday Tenebrae Worship Service. 7:30 PM. Boyer Chapel. Friday, April 14th - Good Friday 6:30 PM. Boyer Chapel. Communion Served. Saturday, April 8th - Easter Basket Mission Prep Day! 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Lounge. Help us organize donations for Assembly Day on Sunday! Tuesday, April 25th - Ruth Circle meets at 7:30 PM in the Anne Rocheā€™s House. Monday, April 17th- Tabitha Circle Meets at 10:30 AM in the Hand in Hand Room. Wednesday April 12th - UMW General Luncheon. Noon. Lo-Fe-Lo. $3 Donation. Includes lunch and program. Saturday, April 8th - Walk With God. Leave at 2pm from the North Lot. Wild Flower Hill. Sunday, April 9th - Easter Basket Assembly Day! Following worship in front of the Lounge. Tuesday, April 4th 9:00 AM Magnolia Grill Limit 8ppl. RSVP. Saturday, April 15th 10:30 AM Social Hall Games, Activities, Face Painting, Sing-a-long, Easter Egg Hunt & Meet the Easter Bunny! Please invite your family, friends and neighbors! PB & J PROJECT Thursday, April 20th 7:00 PM Help us make 150 sandwiches for the homeless. Meet in the lounge. Saturday, April 1st - ALL CHURCH WORK PARTY! 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Meet in Sanctuary. Sunday, April 23rd - Congregational Meeting in the Boyer Chapel following coffee fellowship. Thursday, April 20th- PB & J Project meet in the Lounge at 7:00 PM to make 150 sandwiches for the homeless! Tuesday, April 4th - Breakfast Club meets at Magnolia Grill at 9:00 AM. Limit 8ppl. RSVP. Friday, April 7th - Tea Fellowship at Tea Elle C Garden Cafe at 11:30 AM. Please RSVP. Saturday, April 15th - Our Annual Childrenā€™s Easter Party will take place at 10:30 AM in the Social Hall. Friday, April 7th 11:30 AM Tea Elle C Garden Cafe 26111 Bouquet Cyn Rd. Wednesday, April 12th - UMW Executive Board meeting in Lo-Fe-Lo 10 AM. Saturday, April 1st 9:00 AM Main Sanctuary Sunday, April 2nd - UMW Easter Boutique in front of Lounge following worship. Sunday, April 9th - Palm Sunday. Holy Week celebrations begin this morning. Palm Fronds will be distributed at both 8:15 & 10:30 worship services.
  • 4. Currently In Progress Virtual Vision: Part of the 2015 plan, this is a project to increase and improve the church's use of technology for outreach and service. Accomplishments so far include posting weekly "Questions of Faith" videos on Facebook. We will soon be enabling electronic tithing and donations. And we plan to continue expanding our social media outreach. Worship Music: The project team has been working to get more people involved with Special Music and Choir performances, and diversify our musical offerings while still focusing on faith-based music. You may have noticed the results of these efforts over the last few months. We are discussing incorporating more musicians and singers from the community. New Priorities NoHo Theater District Outreach: We will be making an effort to connect with the creative community in our neighborhood by forming a relational group called "Creative Spirit" and doing programming that hits the intersection of arts and spirituality. Community Volunteerism: We will be looking for ways to involve the community in mission projects as a combination of outreach and service. Look for a survey coming soon to ļ¬nd out what kinds of volunteerism would be of interest to you. Adult Sunday School: We are devising a plan for a new adult Sunday school to take place between the 8:30 and 10:30 services. On the Horizon Front of Church: We are exploring ways to revamp signage and landscaping to make the church more welcoming and appealing. Youth and Children Program: We are developing a proposal to start a youth group and to add a Sunday school class to better serve children of different ages. If you have any questions or ideas, please contact Visioning Committee Chair Doug Eboch. VISIONING COMMITTEE UPDATE By Douglas Eboch, Visioning Chair The Visioning Committee has been hard at work, building off our 2015 visioning plan and updating it with new projects to grow and improve our church in its mission. We met on February 12th to identify potential projects and divide into project teams that were assigned to create speciļ¬c plans and identify needed resources for each project. We reconvened on March 26th to settle on our project priorities. We have identiļ¬ed seven projects that are in three different stages:
  • 5. Staff Parish Chairperson, the Finance Committee Chairperson, Vision Committee Chairperson, Congregational Lay Leader and the Lay member to the Annual Conference. The Board will meet monthly to allow better communication between the committees and provide faster decision-making. The Executive Board is established pursuant to The Book of Discipline (2016) paragraph 252. To ensure transparency and encourage congregational involvement, the Administrative Council also established quarterly all church meetings. The Executive Board has set the date of Sunday, April 23, 2017, for the FIRST All Congregational Meeting. The meeting will be held in the Chapel at 12:00 P.M. At this meeting, the Board intends to share its 2017 Financial Budget. It also intends to share its Vision Plan (see article in this month's Good News) and the Trustee report on implementation of facility improvement. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE. To paraphrase Matthew 5:14, 16: We are the light of the world. Please make our light shine before all people, so they can see. SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2017 Boyer Chapel Following Coffee Fellowship On January 22, 2017, the Administrative Board decided to reorganize church leadership to more effectively serve the congregation. The Administrative Council will be replaced by an Executive Board and Congregational Meetings. The Executive Board will be made up of the Pastor, The Board of Trusteeā€™s Chairperson, the Saturday, April 8th Leave from North Lot at 2:00 PM Join us for fellowship and exercise at Wild Flower Hill (3/4 mile trail) Bring water and snacks. ā€œNo, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, Ā Ā Ā Ā and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, Ā Ā Ā Ā and to walk humbly with your God.ā€ Micah 6:8
  • 6. LIBRARY NEWS By Lynn Yoshizumi Ā  I have to admit that I neglected the Church Library for most of 2016. A number of books were donated to the library during that time, but I am just now getting them on the shelves. First of all, we had to align the shelves at the top of the various sections so that they could be used for the additional books. The ļ¬rst step in getting books ready for shelving is to ļ¬nd the Dewey Decimal System number for each book. Sometimes it is on one of the ļ¬rst pages, other times I can ļ¬nd it at the Library of Congress or LA Public Library website and sometimes I have to select the number I feel would be most appropriate. Next I have to input the information about the book in label format and print out a sheet of labels. Then there is the stamping, pasting, sticking, taping necessary to complete the job of readying the books. Before the books are put on the shelves, they are added to the computerized database. Norman Kelsey recently donated 5 books. In Ken Wilsonā€™s ā€œJesus Brand Spirituality: He Wants His Religion Back,ā€ the author explores four dimensions of the spirituality Jesus left in his wake--active, contemplative, biblical, and communal. One reviewer stated, ā€œCandid, confessional, and full of stories, these conversational chapters from a man enthralled with Jesus are shot through with the passion and the realism of an eternally-vital romance." Ā  Norman also donated 2 Anne Rice novels, ā€œChrist the Lord: Out of Egyptā€ and ā€œChrist the Lord: The Road to Canaā€. In the ļ¬rst book, 7-year-old Jesus and his family leave Egypt on the dangerous trip home to Jerusalem. As they travel, the boy tries to unlock the secret of his birth and comprehend his terrifying power to work miracles. ā€œThe Road to Canaā€ begins with Jesus, the man, living quietly in Nazareth as he has for many years. Then following his baptism in the river Jordan, we see this quiet man emerge to confront his destinyā€“and the Devil. We see what occurs when he takes the water of seven great limestone jars and transforms it into cool red wine; when he is recognized as the anointed one; when he is urged to call all Israel to take up arms against Rome and follow him as the prophets have foretold. In both of these novels which are based on the gospels and the most respected New Testament scholarship, Rice summons up the voice, the presence, and the words of Jesus, allowing him to tell his own story as he struggles to grasp the holy purpose of his life. Another look at Jesusā€™ life is ā€œJesus of Nazarethā€, the ļ¬rst volume in Pope Benedict XVIā€™s 3-volume meditation on the life and teachings of Jesus. The 10 chapters cover the bulk of Jesusā€™ public ministry but stop short of Jesusā€™ entry into Jerusalem and the Passion and Resurrection. These are covered in the 2nd volume (which we do not have).The 5th book Norman donated is the modern classic, ā€œThe Alchemist: A Fable about Following Your Dreamā€ by Paulo Coelho, which tells the magical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure as extravagant as any ever found. The story of the treasures Santiago ļ¬nds along the way teaches us the wisdom of listening to our hearts, learning to read the omens strewn along lifeā€™s path, and, above all, following our dreams. For the month of April, these books may be found on the counter near the computer. Check ā€˜em out! A time to celebrate the contributions of our nationā€™s libraries and library workers and to promote library use and support. The theme for 2017 National Library Week is ā€œLibraries Transform.ā€ Special kudos to our church librarian, Lynn Yoshizumi, for her passion and continual effort to make our Church Library so wonderful.
  • 7. BOOKS YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN By Lynn Yoshizumi In ā€œThe Prayer of Solomon: Enduring Wisdom from the Worldā€™s Wisest Manā€ by Rick Killian, King Solomon's prayer and God's gracious answer instruct and inspire readers looking to make God a priority in their lives. The book is ļ¬lled with principles gleaned from 1 Kings 3, including the importance of following God with all one's heart, living in a spirit of humility and wisdom, how right motives in prayer make for an effective and powerful prayer life, and much more. Jim and Myriel Tyree recently donated 4 books that reļ¬‚ect Jimā€™s interest in history. Two of them are about Charlemagne, who lived in the late 8th and early 9th centuries. There is ā€œCharlemagne: A Biographyā€ by Derek Wilson. Charlemagne was an extraordinary ļ¬gure: an ingenious military strategist, a wise but ruthless leader, a cunning politician, and a devout believer who ensured the survival of Christianity in the West. He also believed himself above the rules of the church. This is a remarkable portrait of Charlemagne and of the intricate political, religious, and cultural world he dominated. There is also Jeff Sypeckā€™s ā€œBecoming Charlemagne: Europe, Baghdad and the Empires of A.D. 800ā€, which tells the story of the international power struggle that led to Pope Leo III placing the crown of imperial Rome on the brow of a Germanic king named Karl. This gesture enabled the man later hailed as Charlemagne to claim his empire and forever shape the destiny of Europe. Norman F. Cantorā€™s ā€œThe Last Knight: Twilight of the Middle Ages and Birthday of the Modern Eraā€ takes place in the late fourteenth century in Europe. It was a world in transition, soon to be replaced by the Renaissance and the Age of Exploration -- and John of Gaunt was its central ļ¬gure. Gaunt's adventures represent the culture and mores of the Middle Ages and his death is portrayed in ā€œThe Last Knightā€ as the end of that enthralling period. ā€œA World Lit Only by Fire: Medieval Mind and the Renaissanceā€ by William Manchester leads us from the Middle Ages, a civilization tottering on the brink of collapse, to the Renaissance, the explosion of energy that spawned some of history's greatest poets, philosophers, painters, adventurers, and reformers, as well as some of its most spectacular villains.
  • 8. April 9th Please bring: * Jars of peanut butter * Cans/pouches of Tuna * Soups high in protein In December of 2016, a call was put out, for hand knitted and crocheted clothing for World Visionā€™s Knit for Kids. The deadline for the ļ¬rst shipment is April 2017. Time does ļ¬‚y, but silently, we have been able to collect 18 blankets and beanies, from friends of the church, for this nationwide program that unites volunteer knitters to ļ¬ght poverty! Every item provides hope and warmth to vulnerable children living in poverty or difļ¬cult situations around the globe. 60% of these items will be distributed as far away as Armenia, Nicaragua, Swaziland, and Tanzania. 40% go to destinations as close as Appalachia, New Orleans, and The Bronx. Judy Palmer is still leading the collection of Box Tops for Education for Red Bird Mission in Beverly, Kentucky. However, Red Bird will no longer be collecting Campbellā€™s Soup Labels after June. Please continue to collect Box Tops for Education, put them in an envelope clearly marked, and bring them with you to church. Red Bird redeems Box Tops for points to redeem anything listed in the merchandise catalog. They are able to get anything from sporting equipment to school supplies utilizing these Box Tops. Remember to take a good look at your boxes before recycling them! Knitted beanies and sweaters on children in Africa. KNIT FOR KIDS By Patty Kelsey
  • 9. SLIDELL, LOUISIANA - March 27, 2017 Although I said this last year they are still words from the heart of the team,ā€œThank you, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! Thank you for your support in funding and very importantly your support in prayer - for the team and for those in need of help!ā€ The North District Recovery Team (UMVIM - United Methodist Volunteers in Mission) - (14 workers) returned to Epworth Project (housed at Aldersgate UMC, Slidell, LA) for a week of work and fellowship. The team was joined by three of my Missouri school friends dating back to 3rd grade. Last year I reported. During our week four inches of rain didn't dampen our spirits or much of our work. Just a few weeks ago 640 homes in Slidell had been ļ¬‚ooded along with 12,000 in northern Louisiana! Our ļ¬rst assignment for the week was to remove damaged siding and sheathing then replacing with new. It was one of the 640 homes ļ¬‚ooded in March 2016! Monday we did the removal of one side, replaced the sheathing and covered with black paper. Tomorrow weā€™ll continue with removal and the addition of siding. We must move cautiously with the process as there are threats of rain - cannot have too much uncovered at a time. A Wisconsin group is also in camp - they are working two different homes - painting in one and drywall in the other. Gary our group coordinator is working to schedule our ļ¬fth visit next spring. I encourage others to go on mission. Perhaps youā€™ll join us next year? Peace & Love Ken !
  • 10. Wishing you many blessings on your birthday! Love, Your Church Family April 4 Tanna Havlick April 5 Andrew Shuford April 7 Tara Varilek April 12 Margaret Dixon April 13 Lisa Cheby April 13 Frank Flemming April 15 Debbie Coyle April 15 Tonya Peat April 16 Gail Acosta April 17 Charles Lees April 17 Cliff Rogers April 19 George Peters April 23 Brian Ellis April 24 Jim Tyree April 27 Letha Watts April 28 Mark Hannon April 30 Charles Minetree April 30 David Varney ā€¢ Andy Merrill was given grave news on his health. ā€¢ Marion Elkerton is feeling much better after having a serious bout with the ļ¬‚u. ā€¢ Lisa Cheby request prayers for her friend, Joanna, who was hit and run over by a car a few weeks ago. ā€¢ Dianne Lake is much improved after having some difļ¬culty getting her tonsils removed. ā€¢ Nina Loyā€™s tumors were benign and two ended up being cysts. ā€¢ Tracy Ritter, who was on the prayer chain a few years ago when diagnosed with adenoid cancer, had surgery to remove more cancerous tissue. The surgeons were able to remove most of the cancer but decided to leave her carotid artery alone. She will still need to undergo cancer treatment to try and target the remaining cancerous tissue. ā€¢ Ā Ed Zung needs continued prayers for his daily struggle with his digestive system. ā€¢ Ralph Seyboldā€™s daughter-in-law, Bobbi, is still suffering from some symptoms caused by contracting West Nile. She recently had a procedure to reverse the paralysis of her left leg. She is able to drive an adapted vehicle but has difļ¬culty getting around with a walker. ā€¢ Keven McConnell is still dealing with facial paralysis and is going to a neurologist. ā€¢ Matt Rogers is still dealing with severe depression. HOMEBOUND CONGREGANTS Think about dropping a note or stopping by to say hello. Margaret Dixon 12626 Tiara St., NoHo, 91607 Marion Elkerton 4868 Tujunga Ave, NoHo 91601 Joyce Cunningham Courtyard Plaza, 6951 Lennox Ave., Van Nuys, 91405 Dorothy Tyler Country Villa, 9655 Sepulveda Blvd., North Hills, 91343
  • 11. Reļ¬‚ections Dr. Joey K. McDonald Reļ¬‚ections are part of the weekly bulletin inserts for worship. This writing was originally from March 9, 1997. Based on John 3:14-21 and Dr. McDonaldā€™s sermon was titled, ā€œEternal Life Begins Now.ā€ John 3:14-21 is part of a larger passage which begins with verse one. Ā It is the narrative of the encounter Jesus had with Nicodemus. Though not mentioned by name, Nicodemus is the intended audience of verses 14-21. You will recall Nicodemus questioned Jesus about the concept of new birth, and Jesus responded by telling of new birth in faith. Ā When pressed by Nicodemus, Jesus ampliļ¬ed the answer. Ā Verses 14-21 continues this expanded answer to include the understanding of just how great the love of God is, and that new life in faith leads to transformed living.Ā  It appears in the text Nicodemus believed Jesusā€™ thinking absurd. In Nicodemus, we ļ¬nd the armchair quarter-back in all of us. Ā We detach ourselves from the game. Ā Analyze the action, and pronounce judgment upon those participating, found in the narrowness of our single minded thinking. Ā Jesus and Nicodemus were both Jews.Ā  Each devout by any standard or measure of faith. Ā  Jesus in his openness afļ¬rmed Nicodemus where he was, and invited him to look at questions outside of his present experience. Ā Nicodemus, either through fear of something new, or pride, would not open his heart or mind to a new understanding and experience of God. We are not unlike Nicodemus. Ā We ļ¬nd it easier to ļ¬nd fault than ļ¬nd common ground between differences. Ā It is easier to raise questions and cast doubt than to seek that we may know or adjust our frame of reference and broaden our perspective. The gospel writer tells us in Jesus, God sent the very best. Ā Not to judge or condemn, but out of love, that our lives might be blessed. Ā No pie in the sky theology, but abundant life, full members of the Kingdom here and now. Ā The only catch is we have to claim our tickets. Ā At times though itā€™s more fun to evaluate than be part of the action.
  • 12. OPPORTUNITIES FOR WORSHIP April 2 Fifth Sunday in Lent. Purple. Eze. 37:1-14; Ps. 130 (UMH 848); Rom. 8:6-11; John 11:1-45 April 9 Passion/Palm Sunday. Red. Liturgy of the Palms: Matt. 21:1-11; Ps. 118:1-2, 19-29 Liturgy of the Passion: Isa. 50:4-9a; Ps. 31:9-16 (UMH 764); Phil. 2:5-11; Matt. 26:14-27 or Matt. 27:11-54 April 16 Easter Sunday. White or Gold. Isa. 52:13-53:12; Ps. 22 (UMH 752); Heb. 10:16-25; John18:1-19:42 April 23 Second Sunday of Easter. White or Gold. Acts 2:14a, 22-32; Ps. 16 (UMH 748); 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31 April 30 Third Sunday of Easter. White or Gold. Acts 2:14a, 36-41; Ps. 116:1-4, 12-19 (UMH 837); 1 Pet. 1:17-23; Luke 24:13-35. Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 AM in the Main Sanctuary Childrenā€™s Sunday School meets at 10:30 AM in the Community Room/Nursery Childrenā€™s Moment April 9th & Easter Sunday during 10:30 AM worship Communion will not be served during the Lenten Season. 8:15 AM Worship Services in Boyer Chapel April 2 - Pastor Joey April 9 - Patty Kelsey April 23 - Sandra Smith April 30 - Norman Kelsey Holy Week Worship Services in Boyer Chapel April 13 - Holy/Maundy Thursday 7:30 PM April 14 - Good Friday 6:30 PM (Communion served) Easter Sunday (April 16) Worship Schedule 6:30 AM - Patio (Communion served) 10:30 AM - Main Sanctuary Please have your articles for the Good News to the church ofļ¬ce by April 17th for the May 2017 publication or email them to pattyfumc@gmail.com If you no longer wish to receive this publication, please contact the church ofļ¬ce or return this address label noting that we are to discontinue sending it. Thank you. POSTMASTER - Please send changes of address to: First United Methodist Church of North Hollywood 4832 Tujunga Avenue, North Hollywood, CA 91601
  • 13. Holy Thursday April 13 7:30 PM Boyer Chapel Worship Service April 14 at 6:30 PM Boyer Chapel Communion Served 6:30 AM April 16 On the Patio Communion Served 10:30 AM Worship April 16 Main Sanctuary *Hat Sunday Continental Breakfast served following Sunrise Service. Coļ¬€ee hour to follow 10:30 worship in the Lounge.