United Methodists everywhere are invited to share a prayer for those affected by the Haiti earthquake.Visit thegroup for 10thousanddoors.org to lift up your praise or concern on the wall.

United Methodists have had a long-standing relationship with Haiti through the Methodist Church of Haiti. The strong ties between the Methodist Church of Haiti and The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) helped in facilitating the opening of the UMCOR Haiti field office in 2005. 100 percent of Advance gifts made will go to support relief and development efforts due to emergencies in Haiti.

You can donate through DWUMC (designate the number above on your check)

On April 24 and 25, your congregation is invited to participate in Change the World, an event that will reveal the many ways that faithful Christians everywhere are serving God.

1)how your congregation currently impacts its community. Do you have a food pantry, a clothing closet, an ESL program, a tutoring program, etc.?

2)an activity for an existing or new outreach ministry on either April 24 or 25, 2010.

3)both your congregation and local community to be involved.

5)a special offering to combat malaria.

February Birthdays

4-Jack Nelson

5-Stephanie Sawyer

7-Andrea Roseland

8-Cassidy Carr

9-Becky Gilbert, Kim Behrend, Chad Soenksen

10-Ruth Rutenbeck, Nathaniel Kinney, Austin Roseland

11-Ruth Ann Dohse

12-Klay Letcher

13-Joe VanDierendonck, Donna Vickroy

14-Amber Meyer

15-Nina Dammad, Cyndy Mueller

16-Paula Roseland, Brian Kruse

17-Brigitta Meyer

18-Lyndsey Weller, Joe Sager

21-Dale Bergert

22-Zachary Ramsey

27-Ryan Sheckler

28-Diane Carr, Dylan McDevitt, Adam Schnoor

4-Joe & Virg VanDierendonck

8-Gary & Chris Rippentrop

12-Bert & Linda Watson

12-Alfred & Wilma Witt

15-Wm. & Ruth Hanesworth

19-Willmer & Darlene Cooper

22-Albert & Verna Smith

27-John & Fern Williams

As of January 31, 2010, the following items have been donated for the February 14th auction:

Champagne Brunch for 10 at the home of Steve Kent & Becki Kenton

Tea Rings by Dolores Bergert

1 Pickup Load of Black Dirt by Dale Bergert

Gourmet Meal for 6 by Pastor Chuck

1 Day of Spring Yard Clean Up by the Green Family

First Pick of the Pumpkin Patch by the Green Family

4 Tickets to the Iowa – Michigan Men’s Basketball Game on Feb. 16 by Al & Myrna Tubbs

1 Case of “Barb’s Pantry” Jams/Jellies by Velma Forret (Barb is Velma’s daughter from Long Grove)

1 Car Wash & Wax by the Anderson Family

Ride on the Back of a Harley with a “Real Biker” by Greg Stalker

2 Afghans created by Jean Bowman

4 Sessions of Dance/Exercise Class for 1 Adult by Nathalie Simon

“Sweet Treats Affair” - A sweet treat once a month for a year by Darlene Cooper

2 packages of 4 hours of Labor from Hired Hand by Chuck Havener to be sold separately (This does not include painting or wallpapering.)

Pie or Dessert of the Month for one year by UMW

1 Package of 10 Hair Cuts by Cheryl Brackey

Handcrafted Easter Basket by Becki Kenton

2 Oak Crosses and 2 Cherry Crosses crafted by Adam Rippentrop

4 Guitar Lessons by Rita Shank

A Praise Band Concert at an event of the winners choice by the Praise Band

5 Praise Band CDs

The Praise Band will be creating a music CD to raise funds for this event. The top FIVE bidders will receive the first five copies as well as the option of naming one of the songs that will be included on the CD.

Computer Cleaning and Virus Removal by Kurt Dohse (This applies to XP, Vista and Windows 7 only.)

Hand Sculpted Clay Miniatures by Ruth Ann Dohse

4 Tickets and Transportation to see a production at the Old Creamery Theater in Amana by Virg VanDierendonck.

2 $50 American Express Gift Cards by Jill VanDierendonck

1 Day of Labor for household fix- it projects by Joe VanDienendonck

Bunn Coffee Maker by J.C. and Janet Selby

Luncheon and Table Games for 7 senior ladies at my home by Jane Havener

Dessert of the Month delivered to you for a year by Renee Sager

Cookies of the Month for a year by Stacey Brown

1 Set of Private Lessons at Goodog School by Viv Boyer

Pastor Chuck in a Robe for one Sunday

Rudy’s Tacos has presented our church with a fund raising opportunity. During the week of Friday, January 29 – Thursday, February 4, DeWitt United Methodist Church’s name will appear on their business sign. Barbara & Dan Marchant, owners of the restaurant, have generously offered to donate 10% of all proceeds from that week back to the church. Take time to enjoy some Mexican food that week and support this fund raiser! Please thank Barbara & Dan for this wonderful act of kindness.

The next Mission Committee meeting will be held Monday, February 1 at 7:00 p.m.

Just a few things from our committee to let the congregation know what we have accomplished together during 2009. Some of the following items were collected and sent to the conference. Others stayed here so we could pay on our advance specials.

Tools of Hope - $1,850.00

Brat Stand - $231.75

Chicken Dinner - $2,871.16

Coffee Ministries - $39.60

Easter Breakfast - $84.00

ELF Meals - $856.46

Ice Cream Social - $978.50

Produce Table - $461.95

UNICEF - $279.58

In addition, we collected over $1,500 in food and $300 in mittens, gloves, scarves and caps for the Referral Center. We also contribute $100 a month to Connectional Ministries.

There is so much more. Whenever the Mission Committee asks for help, our congregation always responds. DUMC does a great job of working together. We will try to keep you updated as the year progresses. As always, thanks for your support.

– Dennis Mumm, Mission Committee Chair

The family of Marian Frick would like to thank everyone who brought us food to the house and who brought food for the funeral & worked that day. The ladies did a wonderful job. The service was wonderful, Pastor Chuck. The music was just as Mom would have wanted. Pam & Dolores did a great job. Thanks again to anyone who was there for us.

Roger & Sue Frick & family

Marilyn & Dick Jordan & family

Barb Van Den Berghe & family

For more information: http://iaumc.org/events/detail/1065

On January 12, a 7.0 earthquake rocked the country of Haiti. UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) is seeking donations to aid in the relief efforts. If you feel moved to donate, please drop a check in the collection plate. Make your check out to DeWitt United Methodist Church with the word Haiti in the memo. These funds will be sent to UMCOR in the form of one check from the church. Thank you in advance for your compassion and generosity.

Every Monday thru Friday at 11:30 the DeWitt GenAge Café is serving a meal to persons 60 or better and their spouses. For a suggested donation of only $2.75 a great meal is served and there is a chance to fellowship with others.

The DeWitt United Methodist Church and Generations Area Agency on Aging have partnered to provide a new congregate meal site for area seniors. Most recently meeting in the community center, the GenAge Café (congregate meals) was originally started here in DeWitt at the United Methodist Church.

Interested in more than just a meal? How about being part of a ministry team that would plan movies, card games, exercise opportunities, Bible Studies, discussions, or any variety of activities to take place before, after, or even during the meals. Contact Pastor Chuck if you would like to discuss the possibilities.

To reserve a meal call 1-800-892-9085, ext. 305 by noon the day before you plan to eat.

Once again the local unit of UMW has had a year of success. In addition to our district pledge of $3,640 in 2009, we gave to a dozen other causes to help women, children, and youth at home and abroad. Our total giving last year was $5,682.65, including $650 for disaster relief to Cedar Rapids and Parkersburg. Monies come from individual pledges, the annual bazaar, rummage and bake sale, plus the donations we receive from funeral luncheons and others we serve throughout the year. We are a unit of 43 members, some of whom are no longer able to be active, so new members are always welcome and appreciated.

We were pleased to send a Gift of Missions in honor of Dale and Dolores Bergert for all their hard work and dedication in keeping our church building and grounds beautiful. Vern Fleagle’s Special Mission Recognition was sent to honor him for his faithful service as our finance chairman the last several years and for his painting skills he so often shared. Gifts in memory were given for Blanche Behr, Mike Roth, Lyle Weber, and David Huseby.

United Methodist Women is a worldwide organization of a million members with mission-giving its primary goal. Last year UMW gave over nineteen million dollars for worthwhile causes around the globe. This helps to support hospitals, health clinics, daycare centers, schools, shelters, and sometimes loans, or seed money, to assist families in becoming more independent.

We extend sincere thanks and gratitude for generous hearts in making all of this possible. - Members of DeWitt United Methodist Women

How can I fully express the kindness and comfort I have received in the illness and subsequent death of my daughter, Vicki Roth – the same that was given during her son, Mike’s illness and death. The phone calls, visits, food (including Chuck’s vegetable soup), and the lovely and warm prayer shawl from the ABS Group are all very much appreciated.

How very fortunate my family and I have been to receive the prayers and amazing grace from our Lord and his people.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Lois Wuestenberg