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May 2019 Caller
Pastor Ken’s Message
Recently, Notre Dame Cathedral in We do grieve the destruction caused
Paris was significantly damaged by a and pray for the inured fireman. Tragic
devastating fire. The whole world watched events should cause us to reflect on the
as the flames shot through the roof and importance of our lives, our history, and
the spire fell. Together, we grieve for the how we might live more faithfully. This
iconic edifice which has stood for nearly morning, as I remember the impact of
900 years as a symbol of faith, longevity, Notre Dame in history, I think about the
hope and triumph for the people of Paris impact we are having in our community.
and visitors from around the world. Whose lives has Hughes-El Buen
The cathedral’s importance in history, Samaritano impacted in our 70 years of
art, music, and faith cannot be history? How are people’s lives changed
understated. It has stood through some of through our current ministry and
the Crusades, was the site of Henry VI outreach? Our beautiful building serves as
and Napoleon’s coronations, endured two a mission-base for Christ’s work in the
World Wars, and continues as the seat of community.
the Archbishop of Paris. It is an The expressions of dismay and pain felt
architectural marvel of the Gothic and by Parisians and visitors alike, due to the
Renaissance eras, which design likely damage, are heartfelt. I am saddened by
helped it to largely withstand yesterday’s the loss and regret I have not had the
fire. The stained glass windows, opportunity to visit yet. However, I am
especially the rose windows, are stunning also reflecting on the fires which
in their beauty and many works of art destroyed three African-American
were preserved within its walls. The Notre churches in Louisiana last month. While
Dame School of composers is credited there was news coverage of the arson,
with developing the polyphonic choral the expressions of pain and outrage at the
style of the renaissance, and the 17th continuing racism which infects our
century organ (among several) continues country was minimal, by comparison. And,
to produce gorgeous music. Ancient even though on a much smaller scale,
Christian relics, including what many those congregations will have a greater
believe to be portions of the actual crown difficulty raising funds to rebuild. Finally,
of thorns which encircled Jesus’ head, as we grieve the damage to an iconic
and a piece of Christ’s cross, were building, it causes me to grieve over the
housed in the sacristy. human suffering in our midst – those who
Thankfully, through the valiant work of need healing in body, mind and spirit;
the fire fighters, the damage was severe, others who lack the basic necessities of
but limited. While the fire raged out of life; others who grieve the loss of loved
control, it had been feared the whole ones; still others, who cannot find
structure would be lost. Apparently, much welcome in their families, churches or
of the roof is gone, along with the spire communities. Buildings and what they
(replaced in the 19th century), but the represent are important, but human lives
windows and Great Organ were saved. are precious.
President Macron, along with many My reflections are not intended to
others, have vowed that the cathedral will minimize the pain and destruction caused
be restored. Significant donations have by Notre Dame fire. Rather, they are
already been pledged, less than 24 hours some musings regarding the value we
after the fire was extinguished. place on history and buildings.
Hughes-El Buen Samaritano United Methodist Church • 10700 Georgia Avenue • Wheaton, MD 20902
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What do we learn from our history? What do our symbolic buildings and monuments
mean to our communities, nation, and world? Whose lives are valued in our history
and through our symbols? How do the events of our days impact the way we live and
serve?
I give thanks that our God is a God of restoration and new life! As we pray for the
people of Paris and all those impacted by the Notre Dame fire, we also pray for a
renewal of our lives, that we might serve Christ faithfully in this day and age.
Easter Season Worship Plans
April 28 – The Second Sunday of May 26 – The Sixth Sunday of Easter
Easter Scripture: Romans 5:1-11
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 Sermon: “Reconciled through Christ”
Sermon: “Go, Make Disciples!” Theme: Reconciliation with God and
Theme: The great commission: each other through Jesus Christ
“making disciples of Jesus Christ for the Notes:
transformation of the world.”
Notes: Jasmine Paige, baptism June 2 – The Seventh Sunday of
Easter (9:00 a.m.)
May 5 – Faith Promise Sunday Scripture: Romans 6:1-14
Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-13; Luke Sermon/Discussion: “Dying and Rising
10:25-28 with Christ”
Sermon: “Welcoming the Stranger” Theme: Where do we find the power
Theme: Sharing the ministry of Justice and commitment to continue walking
for Our Neighbors (with Cindy Cotte faithfully as a disciple of Jesus?
Griffiths) followed by:
Notes: Celebration of Holy Confirmation Sunday (10:30 a.m.)
Communion Scripture: John 14:15-17, 25-27
Sermon: A Word from our
May 12 – The Fourth Sunday of Easter Confirmands
Scripture: Acts 13:1-3; 14:8-18 Theme: The meaning of confirmation
Sermon: “Turn to God” from the perspective of our confirmation
Theme: Our motivations for serving class
others are centered in God Notes: Celebration of Holy
Communion (both services)
May 19 – The Fifth Sunday of Easter
Scripture: Romans 1:1-17 June 9 – Pentecost Sunday
Sermon: “I Am Not Ashamed” Scripture: Acts 2:1-13; Romans 8:14-30
Theme: Boldly proclaiming God’s (selected verses)
message of salvation Sermon: “The Power of the Spirit”
Theme: The work of the Holy Spirit in
our lives, church and world
Financial Snapshot
March. Income March Expenses Total Income Total Expenses
$44,219 $45,189 $131,306 $145,267
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Our Church Family
Births:
• Norah Gabriella Rivera born April 3, 2019. Parents: Allyson and Eduardo Rivera,
Grandparents Evelyn and Edgardo Rivera.
• Alden Silver Coates, born April 7, 2019. Parents: Andrew and Kate Coates.
Grandparents Jeff and Gail Broadhurst.
• Colleen Marie Daily, born April 22, 2019. Parents: Julia and David Daily. Grand-
parents: Bill and Kathy Sampson.
Thank You!
Thank you again to the Hughes/El Buen Samaritano congregants for
their continued support of the Giving Cross and Tree. We served three
needy families this Easter and they were all extremely thankful. Jill and
I would like to thank Rick Ripley and Mark Weaver for their time and
muscles,
Kathy Ripley
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A big thank you to all who donate their precious blood, provide snacks,
and help with everything else at the regularly-scheduled blood drives.
Let’s beat our generous 2018 giving total this year by keeping that blood
flowing!
Kindly e-mail your Caller articles to Marty Weaver, Editor at caller@hughesumc.org or
place them in the Caller drawer outside of the Church Office
by the 15th of each month.
Please visit the Hughes Website at www.hughesumc.org
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May 2019
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
*Sunday services: 9 a.m. Informal Service; 9:45—10:30
a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:30 a.m. Tradi onal Service and
1 2 3 4
6 pm AA Mee ng 8:30 am FA Mee ng
1 pm Coffee Klatch
Sunday School; Child Care provided 9 a.m.—12 p.m.; 7:30 pm Loyalty Study
7:30 pm Chancel 6:30 pm Schizophrenics 9 am Portuguese Class
Anonymous (Conf. Rm.) 8 pm AA Mee ng
Bilingual Mul Cultural Service 12:00 Noon Group Choir
5*Week 19: Mat- 6 7 8 9 10 11
thew 19:29 7:30 pm Trustee 10 am FA group 10 am Prayer Shawl 6 pm AA Mee ng 8:30 am FA Mee ng
Mtg. 7 pm EBS Disciple Class 1 pm Coffee Klatch 7:30 pm Chancel 6:30 pm Schizophrenics 9 am Portuguese Class
Faith Promise Anonymous (Conf. Rm.) 8 pm AA Mee ng
8 pm Narco cs Anon Choir
Sunday 7:30 pm Finance
12*Week 20: 13 1410 am FA group 15 16 17 18
Deuteronomy 6: 7:30 pm Staff Parish 6:30 Girl Scouts Mtg. 6 pm AA Mee ng 8:30 am FA Mee ng
10, 12 Commi2ee Mtg. 7 pm EBS Disciple Class 7:30 pm Chancel 6:30 pm Schizophrenics 9 am Portuguese Class
7:30 pm SALT Anonymous (Conf. Rm.) 8 pm AA Mee ng
3 pm AL anon Mtg.
2 p.m. Blood Drive Choir
8 pm Narco cs Anon
19*Week 21: 20 21 22 23 24 25
7 pm Worship Mtg. 10 am FA group 6 pm AA Mee ng 8:30 am FA Mee ng
Isaiah 32:18 10 am Prayer Shawl
7 pm EBS Disciple Class 7:30 pm Chancel 6:30 pm Schizophrenics 9 am Portuguese Class
3 pm AL anon Mtg. 8 pm Narco cs Anon 1 pm Coffee Klatch Anonymous (Conf. Rm.) 8 pm AA Mee ng
Choir
26*Week 22: 27 28 29 30 31
10 am FA group 6 pm AA Mee ng
Job 24:7-8
7 pm EBS Disciple Class 6:30 pm Schizophrenics
3 pm AL anon Mtg. 7:30 pm SALT Anonymous (Conf. Rm.)
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