May/June 2006

Congratulations, Graduates!

Trust in the LORD with all your heart

and lean not on your own understanding;

In all your ways acknowledge him,

and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

2006

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

Bel Air High School

Bryan Bowman

Grace Fischer

Kim Kudmore

Ben Simmons

Blair Szydlowski

Megan Tritsch

Jenny Vogt

Fallston High School

Brie Gerard

Justin Haga

Anna Smoot

Brad Tribull

Harford Technical High School

Megan Jones

Melissa Jones

Heather Little

Hope Schlissler

Eric Thomas

C. Milton Wright High School

Amy Arseneau

Denise Beyer

Alexandria Bryant

Alana Burrough

Ricky Chojnacki

Stephen Eibling

Andrew Happick

Maggie Hennessy

Heather Homberg

Rachel Jones

Brittany Kappauf

Brian LaCour

Jocey Lewis

Maegan Marks

Bradley Miller

Kathryn Schmid

Stephen Taylor

Donny Warfel

Gwen Welch

John Carroll School

William Baetz

Cortney Carnaggio

Andy Smith

North Harford High School

Julie Maenner

COLLEGE GRADUATES

Caitlin Dorer
Washington College

Beth Ellenberger
University of Maryland

Dana Ellenberger
University of Maryland

Mark Harrah
University of Maryland

Katelyn Greenwood
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing

Cynde Hendrick
Towson University

Matthew Muir
Ohio Northern University

Ryan Rate
Elon University

Jeff Sedlak
Goucher College

Jeff Springer
Morgan State University

Daniel Woke
Temple University

Please call the Church Office with the name and school of other graduates in the congregation!

SCHOLARSHIPS

The Bel Air United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund came about by the generosity of Ben and Rachel Tobin around 1980. Rachel was a math teacher in Aberdeen and her husband, Ben, worked for Harford Mutual Insurance Company. These were loving people who truly valued education. In the years since then, members of our church family have added to the Tobin’s original gift of $10,000, and today there is over $11,000 in principal. The scholarship money comes from the interest on the principal and through the special offering for the BAUMC Scholarship Fund. This past year, we also earned some money from selling baseball tickets and from the Women’s Tea held in November. To date, we have given scholarships to 100 young people amounting to $45,680.

Members of the congregation serving on the Scholarship Committee this year were Sandy Conway, Joni Behrendt, Lou Sedlak, Sally Moen, Dr. Brad Undem, Nancy Undem, and Connie Schepers (Chair). The criteria used to determine the gifts are church involvement (which carries the most weight), academic achievement, and character. This year, we are giving four scholarships amounting to $4,000.

The recipients this year, as in years past, are very impressive young people. Just to give you an idea of some of the things they have been involved with here at church, I noted Confirmation, Confirmation Mentors, Cherub and Wesley Choirs, Youth Choir, Jubilee Ringers, Carillon Ringers, Sine Nomine Ringers, church musicals, Sunday School Assistants, VBS Teachers Assistant, Child Care team, Pancake Supper helper, Food Delivery helper, Adopt-A-Child, Hope Club participant, church Greeter, worked on Habitat for Humanity, packed boxes for college students, Pew Rack Ministry, packed lunches for the Homeless Shelter, and participated in four mission trips to Baltimore. They have held down part-time jobs throughout high school and still maintained academic excellence, being active in National Honor Society, Student Government, taking part in athletics, other school clubs, and community service.

Congratulations to our 2006 Scholarship Recipients!

 Megan Jones
A graduate of Harford Technical High School, who plans to attend Essex Community College and major in their Veterinary Technician Program

Melissa Jones
A graduate of Harford Technical High School, who plans to attend the University of Kentucky and major in Biology

Brittany Kappauf
A graduate of C. Milton Wright High School, who plans to attend Messiah College and major in Marriage and Family Counseling

Jennifer Vogt
A graduate of Bel Air High School , who plans to attend Millersville University and major in Special Education

You have been very generous over the years to partner with us in supporting the youth of our church in this very important way. Thank you for your continuing support of the Bel Air United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund – and for being a part of this very important ministry.

GROWING THE SEMINARY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

by Janet Newberry, Lay Leader

Our church’s Mission Statement says: We, the congregation of Bel Air UMC, are called to make disciples of Jesus Christ, as we show all people the way to the Father; teach them to know the Son, Jesus Christ; and prepare them to grow in faith and ministry, empowered by the Holy Spirit. As a part of that vision, we are excited when members of our church hear the call to ordained ministry that will give them great opportunities to “show the way to the Son.” As with all graduate education, seminary programs are very costly. In order to support and assist our members who are in seminary, Bel Air UMC has established a Seminary Scholarship Fund. We have already been able to support one student, and now we have two members who will be in seminary. If you would like to support this fund, please make your check payable to Bel Air UMC and mark your check or envelope with “Seminary Scholarship Fund” and place it in the offering or mail it to the church. Won’t you pray about contributing to this fund?

The Journey to Ordination

The journey to ordination as an Elder in the United Methodist Church is a long and challenging one. When one of our members decides to step out in faith along this road, we are excited at the opportunity to be a part of this special faith journey. Cindy Caldwell, Director of Adult Discipleship at Bel Air UMC, has heard the call and has taken the first steps along the road. On March 27, 2006 , at a special Charge Conference, Cindy’s name was put forward and voted upon as a Candidate for Ordained Ministry.

Faith has been an important part of Cindy’s life from childhood, and she gave her life to Christ as a college student. Like many of us, Cindy drifted away from the church as the demands of marriage and beginning a family complicated her life and took much of her time. When she, her husband Mac, and her children moved to Bel Air, they began to attend BAUMC for the sake of the children. However, it is through attending BAUMC that Cindy understood the church as God’s family and developed a personal relationship with Christ. She resumed her faith walk and became an active member of the church, teaching Sunday School and becoming involved in youth ministry and outreach. In 1997, a Walk to Emmaus retreat allowed Cindy to see Christ not only as her Savior, but also as the Lord of her life. She began working part-time at the church as the Membership Coordinator and then moved on to her current position as full-time Director of Adult Discipleship. Through the years, Cindy’s call to ordained ministry has become louder and louder. Until recently, however, family responsibilities have prevented her from acting upon it. Now the timing is right, and she is ready to find the balance between answering the call and her responsibilities as wife and mother.

I have known Cindy for many years, since our sons were in Cherub Choir together. We have studied together in DISCIPLE Bible Study and have served together on various committees. Cindy’s husband, Mac, and their son, Jake, have had a profound impact on the lives of the Newberry family. The fruits of Cindy’s faith walk are evident all around us at BAUMC. Many, many people in the church have been touched by her deep faith and devotion to Christ. We at BAUMC have been privileged to call Cindy our friend, as we have watched her grow spiritually. She has touched our lives in many ways, and we can see clearly that God is calling her to ordained ministry. We wish Cindy well and hope that through the Seminary Scholarship Fund, we will be able to support her financially, as well as through our prayer and encouragement.

Sermon Series: Creating a “Christ Culture”

We will hear how Jesus and early Christians, as well as Old Testament leaders, confronted their worldly culture. We can then learn from them how to confront our own worldly culture – living in the Kingdom of God .

June 25 “Set the Thermostat”

July 2 “See the Treasure”

July 9 “Dress for the Occasion”

July 16 “Build the Right House”

July 23 “Throw a Party”

 CHRISTIAN LEARNING THIS SUMMER

Farewell for the Summer
The last day of “regular” 2005-2006 Sunday School is Sunday, June 25. Be sure to say “Thank You” to your teachers!

FIESTA: Where Kids Are Fired Up About Jesus!
Our Vacation Bible School will be underway during the week of June 26-30. So watch out for all the sombrero-wearing kids finding out more about the spice of Christian life and quenching their thirst with Jesus’ Word. It will be a hot time at BAUMC!

“Something’s coming, something good…”
And it starts on Sunday, July 2 at 9:20 AM : A very special Summer Sunday School for children!

It’s called “Traits of a Faithful Disciple: The Sequel.” Using the discipleship traits that we learned as a congregation earlier this year, we’ll be revisiting these traits to help children understand the importance of living as a disciple of Jesus Christ. Children in Kindergarten through 5th Grade will attend the opening of worship with their family in the Sanctuary, and then move to Room 130 (directly below the Sanctuary) following the Children’s Message. Children will return to the Sanctuary during the last hymn.

Parents: Have you signed up to help in your child’s classroom this summer? The school-year teaching teams take a vacation, and your assistance is needed in order for classes to continue during July and August. Please contact Joni Behrendt if you can help for just one Sunday! This includes Ages 2-4 and Kindergarten-Grade 5 at 9:20 AM and Ages 3-Grade 2 at 11:00 AM .

Mark your calendar for “Wild and Wonderful Wednesday Family Nights” on August 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 6:30-8:00 PM . Look for more information coming soon!

TINY TOTS SCHOOL NEWS
from Joan Elloff, Director

The Tiny Tots 3’s ended their year with a trip to Plumpton Park Zoo. Graduation days were held on May 4 and 5, with a total of 63 children being promoted to the 4 year old program. Our pre-K (4 year old) graduation was held on May 12, with 85 graduates. This was a very successful school year, and we would like to thank all of our parent volunteers for their help. We still have a few openings available for the 2006-2007 school year. For more information, contact Tiny Tots School at 410-838-6399.

LISA WONG WOLF WELCOMED TO CHURCH STAFF!

It is with great joy that we welcome Lisa Wong Wolf to our staff as our new Membership and Data Base Coordinator. Lisa serves as the administrator and main operator of our membership data base, and has already made significant progress in optimizing this system for the greatest possible care of our congregation. She will also facilitate the process of welcoming visitors to our church, helping them connect and guiding them through the membership process. Lisa works in the Church Office on Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . On Sundays, she attends St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Bel Air with her husband, Michael, and her daughter, Kimberly.

Lisa has written her story below…

On July 5, 1963 , I was born in New York City to Sai-Loo and Donald Wong. I had one brother, Douglas, who is 3 years older. My mother was a homemaker and my father was a pioneer in the Ophthalmic Photographic Society. He was manager and retinal angiographer for Cabrini Medical Center in New York City for many years.

 I attended Fashion Institute of Technology in 1981 and then Queens College in 1983. I majored in Computer Science and started work with an insurance agency in 1985 as the Computer Coordinator and Manager. I also did some per diem work as a retinal angiographer and helped my father teach ophthalmic photography.

 I married a wonderful man, Michael B. Wolf, Jr., in October 1992 and gave birth to a perfect little girl, Kimberly Danielle Wolf, in 1996. For our daughter’s sake, my husband and I decided to move out of New York . Doing a neighborhood search on the computer, it led us to Bel Air, Maryland . Because of the quality of the education system and the peace and quiet, we moved to Bel Air in June 2005. My husband, Michael, is now training to become a firefighter and volunteers for the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company.

AN UPDATE FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES…

The Board of Trustees has accomplished several projects recently.

● Installation of vertical blinds in the Youth Center (Room 201) and the Assembly Room (Room 103).

● New double doors in McComas Hall, and soon a new “panic bar” on the loading dock door.

● Repairs on the roof over the Narthex and near the Parish Nurse closet.

● Purchase of new scaffolding, which can be used in the Sanctuary and in McComas Hall.

● Oversaw two Eagle Scout projects. One improved drainage near Armstrong Center , and the other cleaned

the drainage area in the corner along Route 924.

● Reviewed and purchased insurance for the coming year.

● Received three appraisals for the Vermont Parsonage, should the Trustees decide to sell it or Rev. Hidey

and family purchase it. Reviewed list of repairs for the parsonage.

● Approved purchase of memorial plaques honoring Wilson Johnson and John Packard.

The Trustees meet on the second Monday of every month. For further information or questions, please contact Sandy Miller (President) at 410-420-8804.

THE CHARLES W. LIGHTNER LIBRARY

of Bel Air United Methodist Church

Your Christian Community Library

Have you visited the Lightner Library recently? So far, we have over 3,500 books cataloged, as well as a growing collection of other media such as videos and CD’s. Stop by and check out a book or two to read on your summer vacation. Or stop by during library hours to enjoy a book or magazine (our periodical shelf receives both weekly and monthly publications). There are books for all ages – children, youth, and adults. The Lightner Library can be a cool place – and a place to cool off – on a hot summer day. We look forward to seeing you!

LIBRARY HOURS:

Sunday
Open 8 AM-1 PM

Monday
Open 9 AM - 12 Noon

Tuesday
Open 9 AM - 12 Noon
Open 7-9 PM

Wednesday
Open 12 Noon-8 PM

Thursday
[Closed]

Friday
Open 9 AM - 12 Noon

Saturday
[Closed]

Note: The Library may be closed at certain times for meetings or Bible studies. To use the Library at other times, please ask at the Church Office.

The Second Annual Lightner Library

Golf Tournament

Monday, September 25, 2006

Beechtree Golf Club

9:00 AM Scramble

Barbecue Luncheon

Prizes & Silent Auction

$150 per golfer

All proceeds benefit the Charles W. Lightner Library of Bel Air United Methodist Church

For more information and to register, contact Greg LaCour at 410-878-2826 (e-mail lacourga@comcast.net) or Paul Lusky at 410-838-8161 (e-mail plusky@kruchkoandfries.com).

This and That

► Attention High School Graduates! Are you looking to meet new people? Looking to have meaningful discussions? Looking to enjoy yourself this summer? Look no further! Come and join our Young Adult Group! Join us on Sunday, June 25 from 7:30-9:00 PM in Room 115. We’ll be discussing the DaVinci Code. Contact Bridget Steg (bls1282@hotmail.com) or Greg Stiffler (gstiff1@towson.edu) for more details.

► The FCCAU (Faith Communities and Civic Agencies United) is planning a cookbook. Members of the various churches and agencies involved with the Homeless Shelter Ministry are invited to submit recipes. Stop by the table in McComas Hall on Sunday, June 25 to pickup a recipe submission form. All recipes for the FCCAU Cookbook need to be submitted by the end of June. For more information, contact Bev Gladkowski at 410-515-4340.

► Joe Boone was recently honored and recognized for his involvement with Camp Fairlee Manor. This camp for children and adults with severe disabilities is located near Chestertown on the Eastern Shore . Joe has been involved with Camp Fairlee Manor for 50 years, and his passion for that ministry spilled over into our church’s Volunteers In Mission (VIM) group. For 20 years, Joe has been inviting the VIM Team to join him for a working weekend. On our most recent visit, we honored Joe with a donation. The following letter was received from Sandy Tuttle, Director and CEO of the Easter Seals which Camp Fairlee Manor is involved with. She says:

On behalf of the Easter Seals and Camp Fairlee Manor, I would like to thank Bel Air United Methodist Church

and the VIM Team for your recent contribution to our camp in honor of Joe Boone. Your generous gift of $1,000

will help enable children and adults with disabilities to take part in an experience of a lifetime -- a week of fun

and adventure at Camp Fairlee Manor.

We are very appreciative for the many years that the VIM Team has provided volunteer services at Camp

Fairlee Manor. The particular honoring of Joe Boone and his key role in making this happen will be recognized

by placing the plaque in honor of him in a prominent place at the camp.

In loving thanks to Joe Boone for inviting Bel Air United Methodist Church

Volunteers In Mission to make a difference in children’s lives at Camp Fairlee Manor.

► The Russia Initiative Program was established by the General Board of Global Ministries after the collapse of the former Soviet Union in 1991. As a result of the new freedom, The United Methodist Church started a program to support and develop small congregations throughout Russia . Bel Air UMC became a part of that program and in 1996 adopted God’s Field UMC in southern Moscow . Members of our Russian Outreach Committee have visited there four times in the past 7 years. We are now planning our fifth trip to Moscow in the Spring of 2007. Plans include visiting with the congregation of God’s Field and worshiping with two other congregations in the South Moscow District. The program and building arrangements of these churches will give us ideas for much needed worship space for God’s Field. We also want to visit an orphanage in the area and take gifts for the children. Our visit will be combined with enjoying the city of Moscow and touring the Golden Circle , some of the centuries old small towns surrounding the city. For questions regarding this trip, and for more information about the Russian Outreach Committee, contact Carol McCormack at 410-734-7476.

► Want to find out more about Bel Air United Methodist Church ? Come to the next Discovery Class Luncheon on Sunday, July 16 from 12:30-2:00 PM . Come for lunch, meet the pastors, and ask your questions about church membership. Stop by the Welcome Center to pickup an invitation, or call Lisa Wong Wolf at the Church Office (410-838-5181, ext. 17) for more information.

► The Susanna Wesley House Auxiliary is sponsoring their annual Dinner Theater Benefit on Sunday, July 16 at the Timonium Dinner Theater ( 9603 Deereco Road ). The show is the comedy “No Sex Please, We’re British.” Doors open at 4:00 PM , the buffet begins at 4:30 PM , and the show is at 6:00 PM . The cost is $35 person. For reservations, contact Catherine McLaughlin at 410-944-7880 or Kay Barrans at 410-823-3310.

INDEPENDENCE DAY

Come and celebrate the 4th of July here at Bel Air United Methodist Church ! This is a great place to gather with your church family and friends to watch the parade and fireworks!

♦ Use the church parking lot and support our Volunteers In Mission (VIM) Team with a donation.

♦ Sit back and listen to our praise band, fusionCore.

♦ Have a hot dog and soda, courtesy of VIM and to benefit Habitat for Humanity.

♦ Cool off with a snowball, provided by TNT (our senior high youth group).

PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS

SERVING AROUND THE WORLD

Keep me safe, O God, for in you I take refuge.Psalm 16:1 (NIV)

Lord, please hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us.

Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for our country. Amen.

Please pray for these persons serving in Iraq or Afghanistan

and for their families:

Butch Bennington
Duane Halstead
Michael Bishop
Matt Kittridge
Brian Cosgriff
Patrick Murray
Danny & Nikki Gladkowski
Seth Nuckols

Reconnecting Military Families: Sandy Cove Ministries in North East, MD, has created Operation Oasis as a way to say thank you for the sacrifices made by our military. Any service man or woman, including those in the Reserve and National Guard, returning home from /deployment to the Middle East can come to Sandy Cove with their family to rest and reconnect for FREE! This program includes comfortable accommodations in Chesapeake Lodge or Pioneer Campground cabins, all means, recreation, and programs, if available. Simply call 1-800-234-2683 or e-mail operationoasis@sandycove.org to reserve your room. Be sure to identify your request as Operation Oasis.

BLOOD DRIVE NEWS

♥ May Blood Drive … Our most sincere thanks to everyone who came out to support our Blood Drive on May 8. A total of 56 units of blood were collected. There were ten “double red” donors (donating two units of blood). We also express our thanks to the volunteers assisting with Blood Drive planning, preparations, and execution.

♥ Another Kind of “Armed Service”… Summer often brings critical shortages to the blood supply, so please consider donating at our next Blood Drive on Monday, July 10. It’s not too early to make an appointment. Signup on the bulletin board across from the Church Office.

STEPHEN SERIES SYSTEM OF LAY CARING MINISTRY

Our congregation has recently enrolled in the Stephen Series system of lay caring ministry, developed by Stephen Ministries , a nonprofit religious and educational organization based in St. Louis , Missouri . We will be developing a lasting program of caring ministry through the Stephen Series system of training and organization. This model of ministry is already working in thousands of congregations throughout North America and is equipping lay people to minister to others who are in need.

During the week of June 12, Rev. Peggy Groseclose and Connie McNey attended the Stephen Series Leader’s Training Course in Orlando , Florida . Next, lay people of our congregation will receive 50 hours of training in Christian caring skills. Upon completion of Stephen Series training, these lay caregivers will be commissioned as “Stephen Ministers” and will become an important part of our Congregational Care ministry. Stephen Ministers will provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care for people experiencing challenges in their lives such as hospitalization, loss of a loved one, loneliness, divorce, unemployment, birth of a child, and many other life events for which a person could benefit from an effective and helping and caring ministry.

This will be an exciting time for our church family. The Stephen Series both multiplies the amount of caring ministry that goes on in our congregation and deepens the level of participation by lay people in the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. If you have questions about this, please contact Rev. Peggy Groseclose. In the meantime, please keep our congregation in your thoughts and prayers as we prepare for this step forward in lay caring ministry.

THANK YOU!

Dear Bel Air United Methodist Church ,

Thank you so much for your generosity in contributing to my support. I am blessed to have a church that is willing to help send people out to share the good news of Jesus Christ. I can’t wait to be able to share my experience with everybody when I return. Thank you for the prayers for this ministry I am involved with and for my time down here. Have a great and blessed summer.

Love in Christ,

Erica Miller ( Myrtle Beach , SC )

Dear Pastors and Congregation,

I would like to thank you for your prayers, phone calls, and get well cards. When my husband, Garner, told me you had included me on your prayer list, I felt pleased and honored that you remembered me, even though I am not a member of your church. My recovery from a stroke and fractured hip is right on schedule, thanks to your prayers!

Gratefully,

Lois R. Jones

My sincerest thanks and best wishes to all for your prayers, cards, and visits during my illness. You kept my spirits high and my surgery and recuperation a success.

Dave Cartzendafner

Thank you so much for all your prayers. I’m sure they are heard, because I’m feeling better each day. Thank you also for the church papers you send. One more time, thanks for all your prayers.

Bless all of you,

Hazel Wells

To our church family…

Thank you. We know we are loved, cared for, and prayed for. Thanks to the Monday night Bible Study ladies for a very special 80 th birthday. Thanks for the cards, gifts, and the luncheon… WOW! Also thanks to the Prayer Warriors! Frank is every so grateful to you all. I see God’s hand working in our lives to His glory and honor. We are blessed putting our trust in God. He orders our steps; not mine, Lord, but your will for us. Jesus has been my Lord and Savior for many years. He is the truth and the way. My church family, I love you all. Praise the Lord!

Elaine Smith

To our Bel Air United Methodist Church Family,

The entire family of Jacob Evans is so very grateful to you for all of the prayers raised up on Jacob’s behalf. He is now at home and doing great, all praise be to God for touching Jacob’s life and answering the prayers. The day will soon come when we will be able to present our miracle baby to his loving congregation. [Jacob was baptized on Sunday, May 28.] Again, we give all praise to God and our eternal thanks to you.

Doris & Gil Evans,

Jeff, Jeni, Josh & Jacob Evans

Dear Members of Bel Air United Methodist Church ,

We want to thank the Reverends Hidey and Groseclose, who were so wonderful to Jessie and to us, and the church members for their cards and prayers. We truly don’t know what we would have done without you.

Sincerely,

Margaret and Ruth Foard

Bel Air United Methodist Church

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES

8:00 a.m. (Communion), 9:20 & 11:00 a.m. in Linwood Sanctuary

6:07 p.m. trueFusion Contemporary Service in McComas Hall

7:00 p.m. Evening Worship at Mt. Carmel Chapel

MORNING FELLOWSHIP in McComas Hall – 9:00-11:15 a.m.

SPIRE SCHEDULE:

Deadline July/August 2006
Friday, July 14

September 2006
Sunday, August 20

October 2006
Sunday, September 24

November/December 2006
Wednesday, November 8

SPIRE Editor - Alice Archer

SPIRE Mailing - Sandy and Palmer Paules

SPIRE Circulation - Bruce Allen, Margaret Browning, Shirley Cooney, Elaine Crowe, Candy Ellenberger, Sue and Bob Gillette, Nellie Graybeal, Betty Hartsock, Jean Henderson, Garner Jones, Elsie Kaste, LeRoy Knepper, Jane Knode, Auleen and Ed Leister, Irene Littleton, Shirley MacLean, Wayne and Jane Mason, Barbara Matthews, Jean Moore, Dorothy Panowitz, Nancy Paris, Shirley and John Renshaw, Doris Scholl, Ruth Smithson, Bette Stancill, Audrey Tolston, Carole Vangrin, Linda Vinciguerra, Marguerite Ward

 BAUMC ON-LINE...

 The SPIRE is posted on our webpage at www.baumc.com.

 The e-Spire, a weekly update of information, devotions, upcoming events and activities, and a printout of the previous week’s sermon, is distributed via e-mail (usually on Fridays). If you would like to receive the e-Spire, please send your e-mail address to info@baumc.com. If you do not have e-mail and would like to read the e-Spire, copies are available at the Welcome Center .

Here are the e-mail addresses for the church staff. Please use these addresses for information, announcements, prayer concerns, etc. Use e-mail for any questions you have or to sign up for any church activities.

Archer, Alice archera@baumc.com

Behrendt, Joni behrendtj@baumc.com

Caldwell , Cindy caldwellc@baumc.com

Firth, Cheryl firthc@baumc.com

Groseclose, Bill grosecloseb@baumc.com

Groseclose, Rev. Peggy groseclosep@baumc.com

Hidey, Rev. Barry hideyb@baumc.com

Hodges, Tom hodgest@baumc.com

Hollida, Rev. Doug hollidad@baumc.com

Jones, Judy jonesj@baumc.com

Schepers, Jim schepersj@baumc.com

Wolf, Lisa Wong wolfl@baumc.com

Children’s Christian Center ccc@baumc.com

Tiny Tots School tinytots@baumc.com

Bishop – Rev. Dr. John R. Schol

District Superintendent - Rev. Dr. C. Anthony Hunt

Lead Minister - Rev. Barry Hidey

Associate Minister - Rev. Peggy Groseclose

Director of Worship & Arts – Rev. Doug Hollida

Director of Christian Education - Joni Behrendt

Director of Adult Discipleship - Cindy Caldwell

Director of Youth Ministries – Tom Hodges

Church Administrator - Jim Schepers

Bookkeeper – Bill Groseclose

Pastoral Administrative Assistant – Judy Jones

Office/Facility Coordinator - Alice Archer

Congregational Care Coordinator - Cheryl Firth

Membership/Data Base Coordinator – Lisa Wong Wolf

Building Superintendent/Custodial Supervisor – Don Sandefur

Custodians – Stephen Kenly, Thureen Drake, Keith Kennedy

Chair, Administrative Council – Bill Benson

Secretary, Administrative Council – George Newberry

President, Board of Trustees – Sandy Miller

Chair, Finance Committee – Barry Miller

Chair, Staff-Parish Relations - Genene LaCour

Secretary, Lay Leadership Committee – Sue Shank

Lay Leader – Janet Newberry

SUSQUEHANNA RIVER VALLEY TOUR – BY LAND, RAIL & BOAT

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2006

Hosted by Sweet Charity Trips, this trip will benefit
the Russia Initiative Program of Bel Air United Methodist Church .

The trip includes a guided trolley tour of Millionaires Row National Historic District in Williamsport , Pennsylvania . Once the “Lumber Capital of the World,” there will be a guided tour of the church and museum and an outdoor luncheon experience overlooking the Susquehanna River . Then sit back and enjoy a cruise on the river aboard an old-fashioned paddle wheel riverboat. Before leaving Williamsport , there will be a short visit at Cobbler Shoe Outlet. If time permits, a stretch stop will be made at Country Cupboard Store in Lewisburg on the way home.

The bus departs the church parking lot at 8:00 AM and returns at approximately 7:00 PM . The cost is $86 per person. A $43 deposit is due with reservation, and the balance is due before July 19. To make a reservation, call Dottie DeCarlo at 410-335-7744 or e-mail dotdecarlo@aol.com. You can also reserve online at www.sweetcharitytrips.com. Make checks payable to Dottie DeCarlo and mail with form to Dottie DeCarlo , 13201 Birdale Avenue , Baltimore , MD 21220 .

No refunds for “no shows” the day of the trip or for pre-purchased event tickets 21 days prior to the trip. A 10% processing fee will be charged for each cancellation. Seating on the bus is assigned in the order reservations are received.