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Winter/Spring 2016
Home News a publication of Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home, Inc.
A Spectacular Evening at Lucas Estate
More than 370 guests filled Lucas Estate to celebrate
the Home’s 100th Anniversary on August 20, 2015.
The gala was part of a year-long celebration marking
100 years of service to children and families in Indiana.
Highlights of the evening included a performance
by Grammy award winning artist, Sandi Patty, and
the premiere of a 32-minute film featuring moving
testimonials from some of our former residents. Julia
Moffitt, morning anchor on WTHR, served as Mistress
of Ceremonies.
Merrill Lynch Bank of America Corporation - The
Searles Akers Group was the presenting sponsor and
the Home remains eternally grateful for their support.
The 100th Anniversary Gala was held at the Lucas Estate in Carmel.
Julia Moffitt, morning anchor for WTHR, served as Mistress
of Ceremonies. Julia’s hometown is Lebanon.
Sandi Patty was gracious with her time during a V.I.P. reception with
guests. Valerie Erskine, member of the 100th Anniversary Committee,
along with her mother, Marjorie enjoyed meeting the Grammy award
winning artist.
Each table had
its own 100th
Anniversary cake
decorated by Cheri
Millard and her
committee. Bill Kirchoff, President of the Board of Trustees from 2012-
2015 (far right) was seated with the Brandt Construction
table.
A Year to Thank you to the following congregations/organizations
for inviting us to their churches and meetings to
Remember
celebrate our 100th Anniversary in 2015. We
experienced “radical hospitality” all over the state.
Amity UMC, Greenfield
Bartlett Chapel, Avon
Bridgeport UMC, Indianapolis
Broadway UMC, Indianapolis
Buck Creek UMW
Bunker Hill UMC
Calvary UMC, Brownsburg
Centenary UMC, New Albany
Charlottesville UMW
Christ UMC, Indianapolis
Christ UMC, Selma
Covington UMC
Ellettsville UMC
First UMC - W. Lafayette Area UMW groups
First UMC, New Castle
First UMC, North Vernon
First UMC/UMW, Crawfordsville
ashville Unite
d First Wayne UMC, Ft. Wayne
, minister of N
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Gobin Memorial UMC, Greencastle
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many 100th A Greencastle Kiwanis
Greensburg UMC
Greenwood UMC
Heidelberg UMC, Corydon Cluster Group
Hillisburg UMC
Irvington UMW, Indianapolis
Jamestown UMC
Jefferson UMC, Frankfort
Kemp UMC, Tipton, Cluster Group
Kilmore UMC, Frankfort
Monon UMC
Mooresville UMW
Mt. Auburn UMW, Greenwood
Mt. Olive UMC, Indianapolis
Karen Patton greeted Bishop Mike and Marsh Nashville UMC
a Coyner
during the 100th Anniversary Celebration at
St. Luke’s
North UMW, Indianapolis
United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. Throu
ghout Old Bethel UMW, Indianapolis
the year, Karen provided an interpretation
of Miss Angie Plainfield UMW
Godwin, founder of the Home.
Roberts Park UMC, Indianapolis
Shiloh UMC, Kokomo
Southport UMW, Indianapolis
St. Luke’s UMC, Indianapolis
St. Mark’s UMC, Carmel
Terhune UMC
Trinity UMC, New Castle
Trinity UMC, Seymour
Trinity UMW, Huntington
Union Chapel UMC, Indianapolis
University UMC, Indianapolis
Waldron UMC
niversary Wesley UMC, Indianapolis
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Alumni from across the country gathered at Indiana United Methodist Children’s
Alumni came from near and far to
Home for a 100th Anniversary reunion and picnic. Former staff were also in
attend the 100th Anniversary Alumni
Reunion.
attendance including Jim Davis, retired Executive Director, and Tom Temple, retired
Director of Residential Services. As alumnus Vicki Gans stated, “We are like one big
happy family. We all have so much in common and will forever love the Children’s Home and the wonderful staff.”
Some of the alumni in attendance were also highlighted in the 100th Anniversary Gala film which featured their
testimonials. The film is both inspirational and informative and would be appropriate for any of your Sunday
school classes or UMW/UMM meetings. For a complimentary copy of the DVD, contact Susan Bennett, Director
of Public Relations, at 765-482-5900 or send an email to susanb@iumch.org.
Honoring Tom Temple All of our group homes are named in honor of someone special.
Wesley is named after John Wesley, founder of the Methodist
Church. Godwin is named after the Home’s founder, Miss Angie
Godwin, and Coons is named after Mrs. Julietta Coons, former
administrator.
Temple Home for boys is named after Thomas G. Temple, retired
Director of Residential Services. Tom was hired as the Home’s first
Master level social worker in 1964. He retired from the Home in
1998.
A dedication service led by Rev. Jared Kendall, minister of
Otterbein UMC, Lebanon, was held in Tom’s honor with more
than 60 people in attendance. A special plaque was presented
to Tom along with a special memento made by the boys. “Tom
made a positive difference in the lives of hundreds of children.
We are so pleased to be able to continue to honor his lasting
legacy,” stated Rich Lapinski, Executive Director.
Rich Lapinski, Executive Director, congratulates Tom Temple during the building
dedication.
New James E. Davis School Dedicated
The new state-of-the-art school was recently
dedicated at Indiana United Methodist Children’s
Home. A dedication service, led by our Trustee, Rev.
Marsha Hutchinson, was held with more than 130
people in attendance. During the service, Dr. James
E. Davis, the building’s namesake, was recognized
for his outstanding service as the Home’s Executive
Director from 1964 to 1995.
William Sigman, facilities chair and eighteen-year
board member stated, “The new school needed to
meet three important criteria; safety for the children,
energy efficiency and it had to be beautiful.“ The
school features a cafe, gymnasium/multi-purpose
room, library, outdoor plaza, seven classrooms
featuring the latest technology, six therapeutic
offices for counselors and a student commons.
We welcome individuals and groups to tour the
school. Tours may be scheduled by contacting Susan
Bennett, Director of Public Relations.
Angie Brown, Dean of Students, made a presentation to
Dr. James E. Davis during the school dedication.
Teachers and school personnel gathered before the school dedication in front of the
colorful mural which features the school mascot. One of the students designed the
Phoenix. Pictured from left to right are: Rachel Sullivan, Christina Darnell, Katie Manns,
Scott Carlisle, Angie Brown, Jim Stuart, Manell Markins, Michele McQueen, Kylie Hesler,
Jamie Hamman, Kelli McQueen, Andrew Fischer and Jackie Morris.
Donna Sandage, pictured with her husband, John Drake, made a gift in honor of
her parents. The outdoor plaza is named in honor of Edith Mae Eads and Walter
Woodrow Sandage. The plaza is a beautiful setting for our youth to reflect and
enjoy the fresh air.
“Do All the
Good You Can”
– John Wesley Circle
Donating your unwanted car, truck, boat/trailer, RV In today’s world, more people are coordinating their
or motorcycle is a fast and simple way to help Indiana financial, estate and gift planning. Thoughtful planning
United Methodist Children’s Home. can provide the security of greater financial and tax
advantages for you and create opportunities to give
Why donate? to outstanding charities like Indiana United Methodist
Children’s Home.
• You may receive more value for your vehicle as
a charitable contribution on your itemized tax The John Wesley Circle is a way
return. for us to recognize those who
• You will not have to worry about the hassle of
have included the Home in their
selling your vehicle.
• You will make a thoughtful contribution which planned giving. We would be
will assist the youth at Indiana United Methodist delighted to add your name to
Children’s Home. Cars are either sold or some are the Circle. For more information,
kept by the Home to transport the boys and girls please contact Suzanne Killen,
to court appointments throughout the state, to CFRE, at 765-482-5900, ext. 106,
home visits and medical appointments. or send e-mail to suzannek@
iumch.org.
How do you donate a vehicle?
• Contact Suzanne Killen at Indiana United The John Wesley
Methodist Children’s Home, 765-482-5900,
ext.106 or send e-mail to suzannek@iumch.org. Circle
Suzanne will ask you a few questions regarding the
donation. Esther Cecil, Bloomfield
Harry Ervin, Indianapolis
Your contribution is tax deductible. Nancy Friedersdorf, Tucson, Arizona
George and Darleene Galyean, Greenwood
Our pledge to you is to make the transaction hassle Georganna Irish, Indianapolis
free. Call today! Suzanne Killen, Indianapolis
George Kyle, Indianapolis
Irene Lunsford, Noblesville
The Miss Angie Godwin Society Nancy Miller, Indianapolis
Phyllis Oakes, Wilmington, North Carolina
Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home established the Miss Angie Charles Russell, Carmel
Godwin Society to honor and remember Miss Godwin. Sole credit for Donna Sandage, Indianapolis
beginning Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home goes to Miss Godwin. E. Marsella Smith, Lafayette
Martha Smock, Columbus
Marla Stanton, Lafayette
The Angie Godwin Society is a circle of faithful donors who have committed
to serve as a consistent, stabilizing force for the services and programs of the
Home.
Your gift of $1,000 or more yearly will impact areas such as:
• Individual counseling programs
• Educational opportunities for the on-grounds school
• Spiritual growth opportunities and enrichment programs for children
• Safeguarding the Teaching Family Homes to ensure a safe and
welcoming environment for the girls and boys
• After school programming and recreational activities
For more information, please contact Suzanne Killen, Director of
Development. Or, you may include your $1,000 gift in the envelope included
in Home News. Miss Angie Godwin is pictured with a group of
orphans in Greencastle, Indiana.
Members of Miss Angie Godwin Society | January 2015-January 2016
Stuart and Hilary Buttrick, Carmel Reverend Doug and Marilyn Leffler, Saginaw, Michigan
Jim and Elaine Engledow, Carmel Don and Nancy Miller, Indianapolis
Jerry and Nancy Harshbarger, Frankfort Marthena Smith, Mooresville
Reverend Marsha and Gregg Hutchinson, Indianapolis Morris, Jr. and Judy Thomas, Carmel
Reverend Jill Kaetzel, Marengo The Heart of Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home -
Bill and Diane Kirchoff, Plainfield Staff of the Home giving collectively to the Miss Angie Godwin Society.
Rich and Stephanie Lapinski, Cicero
Staff Member Receives International Recognition
Duane Horstman, Trainer-Evaluator, congratulated
Dwayne Voth, Assistant Family Teacher, during the
Teaching Family Association Conference held in
Indianapolis. Dwayne received two special recognitions
for his outstanding work in the Teaching Family Model.
He was named Indiana United Methodist Children’s
Home “Practitioner of the Year” for his excellent
work with the boys at Temple Home. Dwayne also
received the Lonnie and Elaine Phillips Award which
is an international recognition through the Teaching
Family Association. The award recognizes an individual
or couple’s outstanding contributions to both their
community and the Teaching Family Model.
Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home served as
the host agency for the three-day conference. Agencies
from across the United States, Canada and New Zealand
participated in the Conference. North Central District
Superintendent, Reverend Michelle Cobb, was a keynote Duane Horstman (left) and Dwayne Voth.
speaker during the opening plenary.
Higher Grounds
Nick and Lou Ann Weyer serve as the Spiritual Life Leaders at the
Home. In February, they began facilitating weekly Sunday evening
services in Gress Chapel. “It’s an honor to serve the Home in this
capacity,” said Nick.
The chapel classroom has been transformed into a youth room/coffee
house called Higher Grounds. According to Nick, “The room is a nice
place for our youth and staff to gather for fellowship, prayer and Bible
study. We welcome any visitors to sit down and have a cup of coffee
with us, too.”
The beautiful chapel, built in 1987, is also scheduled for interior
renovations. If you would like to make a gift toward the chapel
renovation or spiritual development program, please contact Suzanne
Lou Ann and Nick Weyer. Killen, CFRE, Director of Development, at 765-482-5900, ext. 106.
A Peaceful Walk on the
Labyrinth
The Home’s 17-acre campus features a labyrinth,
thanks to a grant through Lowe’s of Zionsville.
Jody Lashbrook, therapist at the Home, had a
vision to create a peaceful place for the girls and
boys to cope with stress.
“A labyrinth walk can encompass a time for prayer,
reflection and joy. The majority of our youth are
diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder so
walking the labyrinth is an ideal way to help youth
cope with stressful days,” added Jody.
The Home would like to thank Lowe’s and other
staff and volunteers for making the labyrinth Jody Lashbrook finds the labyrinth to be a therapeutic setting
possible. for counseling sessions.
Indiana United Methodist
Wish Children’s Home
Lists
School Store
The purpose of the on-grounds school store is to
help emphasize the importance of being responsible.
Students participate in the points program which
allows them to shop in the school store. Points are
based on behavior and attitude in the classroom,
giving students an opportunity to “cash in” on being
good students. They manage their points in an
James E. Davis
account similar to a checking account. Through this
program, the students learn about banking, savings
and credit.
School Supplies The following items are needed:
• Art supplies: chalk, pastels acrylic paint/paint
brushes, sketch pads, colored sketching pencils
Thank you for your interest in providing school • Baseball hats (flat bill, etc.)
supplies for the youth at Indiana United Methodist • Batteries: AA, AAA, C, D, and 9 Volt
Children’s Home. Education is an important • Book lights
component of the treatment program at the Home. • Books for teenagers (We have an extensive list of
The on-grounds school is accredited by the Indiana titles. Please call Susan Bennett for a list)
Department of Education and serves junior high and • Candy (individually packaged)
high school students.
• Clothing: fun socks, sports sweatshirts and t-shirts
School Supplies • Colts/Pacers clothing and souvenirs
• Dry erase markers • Comic books
• Electric pencil sharpeners • Gift cards to anywhere in $5 increments
• Graph paper • Jewelry: earrings, rings, necklaces for male and
• Historical artifacts (for the history classroom) female
• Index cards (all sizes and colors) • Lotions
• Masking tape • Makeup: lip gloss, mascara, eye shadow, blush and
• Mechanical pencils and lead eye liner, make up bags)
• Pens (blue and black or gel) • MP3 players (no video capabilities)
• Pocket and plain folders (plastic or paper) • Movie DVDs (G and PG only)
• Poster board (various sizes and colors) • Musical CDs (popular with teens)
• Scientific calculators ($10-$15) • Nail polish
• Sharpie pens in various colors • Perfume and cologne
• Spiral notebooks (college and wide rule) • Posters: inspirational, sports teams, motivational,
• Three-hole punch paper music, movies
• Three-ring binders (preferably one inch) • Sports Equipment: leather footballs, basketballs,
volleyballs, yoga mats, skateboards
Cash gifts for school supplies are also accepted. • Stuffed animals
Please make checks payable to: Indiana United • Therapeutic adult-type coloring books and color
Methodist Children’s Home and mail to PO Box 747, sketch pens
Lebanon, Indiana 46052. If you have questions, please • Watches
do not hesitate to contact Susan Bennett, Director • Writing Utensils: gel pens, mechanical pencils
of Public Relations, or Suzanne Killen, Director of
Development, at 765-482-5900. You may send e-mail
inquiries to susanb@iumch.org or suzannek@iumch.org.
Non-Profit Org.
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PAID
Indiana United
Methodist Children’s
Home
515 W. Camp Street
P.O. Box 747
Lebanon, IN 46052-0747
Auxiliary Celebrates 49 Years of Service
Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home is fortunate to have an active Auxiliary.
Today, individuals from across the state make up the Auxiliary. Members also help
interpret the Home’s mission to churches in their local area. 515 West Camp Street
P.O. Box 747
We hope you will prayerfully consider joining the Auxiliary at one of these levels: Lebanon, Indiana 46052-0747
Angel - $1,000 Lifetime Ambassador - $50 Yearly Phone 765-482-5900
Fax 765-482-5942
Apostle - $500 Yearly Advocate - $25 Yearly www.iumch.org
Servant - $250 Yearly Partner - $10 Yearly e-mail iumch@iumch.org
Disciple - $100 Yearly Friend - $5 Yearly
Executive Director/CEO
With the addition of different levels of giving, the Auxiliary has been able to Richard A. Lapinski, MS
raise more funding for projects. Auxiliary gifts typically help fund the following Director of Residential Programs
projects that directly benefit the boys and girls: flu inoculations, orthodontia Robert S. “Bud” Milner, MS
needs, transportation for home visits, educational supplies, recreational Director of Development
equipment, vehicle replacements and furnishings for the Teaching Family homes. Suzanne Killen,CFRE
Joining the Auxiliary at any level is easy to do. Simply send a note to Indiana
United Methodist Children’s Home along with your gift. Please make sure to Director of Public Relations
Susan D. Bennett, MA
include your name, address and phone number on the correspondence.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
SAVE THE DATE APRIL 30, 2016 Stuart Buttrick. . . . . . . . . . . . Carmel
Jim Engledow. . . . . . . . . . . . Carmel
Annual Auxiliary Program and Luncheon Michael Fritton . . . . . . . . Indianapolis
James Gentry . . . . . . . . . Indianapolis
Nancy Harshbarger. . . . . . . Frankfort
9:30-10:00 a.m. - Coffee Reception and Fellowship Marsha Hutchinson. . . . . Indianapolis
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Program and Special Music Bill Kirchoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plainfield
Edna May . . . . . . . . . . . . Indianapolis
11:45 a.m. - Catered Lunch in Asbury Center with youth Cindy Reynolds. . . . . . . . Indianapolis
Tours of the Home will be available following lunch. Keith Smith. . . . . . . . . . . Indianapolis
Reservations are needed. Please contact Susan Bennett at 765-482-5900 or send Larna Spearman . . . . . . . Indianapolis
e-mail to susanb@iumch.org. William Todd. . . . . . . . . . . . Nashville
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