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Greetings, OSUM & Jolley Church family!

Our doors are open and In-Person worship is in full swing!

Thank you, everyone! I am praying for you all, and please do not hesitate to reach out with specific prayer requests.

Your OSUM & Jolley Church Family



LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Local Scholarships are still available for those wanting to attend college!
Contact Cody Geick codygeick@yahoo.com 515-227-0203.


Save the Date
SUNDAY FUNDAY SCHOOL

Sidewalk Monday School has ended for 2023 but the adventure continues with
Sunday Funday School
School begins Sunday, September 10 from 9 - 9:45 am.

Please use the secure electronic Student Registration Form below; call the church office (712.469.3510). OR complete a hard copy registration form located in our Online Library. Bring or send the completed hard copy form to church on Rally Sunday.

Are you a third grader this year?
If so, Pastor Felix has a special gift for you!

First day of class is Sunday, September 10 and continue each Sunday through Sunday, April 14, 2024. Depending on the attendance your child will be placed within their age group. We do have a nursery available upon request. It is an honor to help your child grow in their relationship with Jesus through Sunday Funday.

Visit our Sunday School page for more information and to register for class.

Save the Date
DATES TO REMEMBER

Friday, August 18
Fall Newsletter items needed from churches

Saturday, August 19
8 am UMM breakfast— Are the men going shopping after their breakfast to add to our school supply backpacks donations? Blessing Backpacks (and any donated school supplies) on Sunday, August 20.

Sunday, August 20
12th Sunday after Pentecost-Noisy Offering (OSUM only)
Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28; Romans 10:5-15; Gospel Lesson Matthew 14:22-33
AA Meetings Evangelical Covenant @ 2 pm— (any OSUM Board Members creating small groups)
TWIGS POOL Party
Small Group Meets
Good Samaritan Worship 4:45 (Pastor is inviting anyone @ any age from Man-son, Pomeroy or Jolley to join him)

Monday, August 21
AA Meetings at St Thomas @ 7 pm
Pastor's Sabbath
Ministry in Stitchery 10-noon
Meals on Wheels Alice & Jerry

Tuesday, August 22
Meals on Wheels -Mike & Doc Ted (or Jan)
Beth sends Fall Newsletter that includes September/October/November Calendar

Wednesday, August 23
Anyone want to pray for the schools? Meet @ the driveway of MNW Elementary School in Barnum @ 8 am OR Consortium
School Driveway @ 8:30 am OR MNW Jr/Sr High School @ 9 am
Meals on Wheels Alice & Jerry
TWIGS meets @ 6:30 —8 pm

Thursday, August 24
Manson Ministerial Meets - OSUM is hosting @ noon
Meals on Wheels -Mike & Doc Ted (or Jan)

Friday, August 25
Meals on Wheels Alice & Jerry

Sunday, August 27
13th Sunday after Pentecost
Old Testament Exodus 1:8-2:10
New Testament Romans 12:1-8
Gospel Lesson Matthew 16:13-20

Beginning September 10
Our Savior UMC Sunday Classes, 9-9:45 am

Kid's Summer Camp
Scholarships are available (UMC Camps and/or Twin Lakes Camps)!
Contact Deb Gray or Cody Geick.

Annual Rally Sunday
Guest Performers for Joint Worship Service with Jolley UMC September 10, 2023
Sunday Classes 9-9:45 am (teacher introductions; registration; acolyte training; lesson; teacher introductions)
Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am
Armouraires Group Worship 10:30 am
Bibles presented to Third Graders
Honor 50-year members
Potluck Meal after Worship
(Will there be any balloons?)


The Armouraires Quartet
THE ARMOURAIRES QUARTET

Rally Sunday with The Armouraires & Pastor Felix
Sunday, September 10 @ Our Savior UMC

Rally Sunday is a celebration of Bible Classes beginning, the presentation of Bibles to Third Graders, and the recognition of 50-year members.

9 am Worship in Jolley UMC (regular worship service)
9 am Bible Classes @ Our Savior UMC
10:30 am Worship with The Armouraires & Pastor Felix @ Our Savior UMC
Potluck to follow services @ Our Savior UMC.

Open the flyer for this event
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Volunteer
VOLUNTEERS, OUTREACH & HELPERS

Open AA Meeting
Held at St. Thomas Church on Mondays at 7 pm. For information, call Walt at 515-570-7189.
Pomeroy (old school) on Sunday at 2 pm.

Meals on Wheels Volunteers
Our week of delivering meals is once a month. Call Beth during church office hours to volunteer.
It takes two people to deliver about 15-20 meals. Meals are picked up at the MACC at 11 am. It usually takes about an hour to deliver.

Single Moms Care & Support Group
Single Moms change to once a month.
Refreshments will be served.
Pray for the continuation of this ministry. Your service lets these moms know that you care about them and their children. Also, if you know a single mom, please invite her to the group. We do make a difference in their lives! Sue Clapper is your contact and messages can be left for her via the church office (osumchurch@ncn.net or 712-469-3510).

OSUM Youth
TWIGS needs you (as an adult volunteer). This is a vital ministry of the church and needs to be nurtured and continued. Please let the Pastor know if you are willing to be a part of this ministry and help revamp it to fit the needs of the youth.
For instance:

  • Special speakers pertaining to topics of interest
  • Service projects and activities in the church and community
  • Creative leadership ways that adults can work together to enhance this program and engage the youth in ways that will give them purpose and grow in their faith

Qualifications:

  • Adults with willing hearts! God will do the rest.
Fort Dodge Child Health Specialty Clinic
(CHSC) - serves children 0-21 years old, who have or are at an increased risk for a chronic condition, and have a need for special services. These include physical developmental, behavioral, or emotional issues. The Fort Dodge regional clinic is available to help your child. Our team provides clinical services with a nurse practitioner and RN on site. Finding services and support can be complicated. Our Family Navigator can help families access and arrange the care they need. CHSC is located at 804 Kenyon Road, Ste 205, Fort Dodge. Anyone can refer to CHSC. Please call CHSC at 515/955.8326 for more information or to make an appointment today! FACT: 1 in 5 children ages 13-18 have, or will have a serious mental illness. 1 in 6 children has a developmental disability. New research shows that 1.59 children have autism.

Food Pantry Information:
The Manson Ministerial Food Pantry is located at the VFW Hall. The pantry is still open its regular hours of 9 a.m.-noon on Fridays and on the third Wednesday from 5:30-7.

Also, please be sure that all monetary donations in the form of checks are made payable to the Manson Ministerial Food Pantry sent to 606 12th Ave, Manson IA 50563-5080. If you have any questions, please call Max at 712-830-1379. Thank you.

Musicians, Come On In!
Hey, Musicians, here's an opportunity: playing Praise Music for our Sunday worship service at 9 a.m. Do you play guitar, piano, keyboard, bass, drums, tambourines or anything else that would make music to praise God? If so, please contact the Pastor or the office. Let's make joyful; music together for the Lord!

If you are able to volunteer or have questions, please contact the church office (712-469-3510 or osumchurch@ncn.net)

Birthdays and Anniversaries
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!



HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!


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