Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith
People News
I had a chance for a delightful visit today with Bob and Phylis Maxedon. It’s been a little difficult for Bob to get out and around lately. We talked about cars, how the two of them met, and why Phylis only has one “l” in her name. And other things. If you would like to participate in visiting some of our members who have trouble getting out and about, please see Lois Shuman, Ann Wheeler, or Laura Elder.
Copy Machine Saga
I issued my first “Official Pastoral Edict” earlier this morning when I ordered the copy machine excommunicated and sent to Hades—by tomorrow.
Here is our process for replacing it: 1) Yvonne has been tasked with getting three bids for a replacement, 2) The trustees will make a decision based on those bids, 3) the Finance Committee will find a way to pay for the replacement. I will keep you posted on this “Breaking News.”
Effort to Reunite Lost Treasures
Esther has reported that several lost items have appeared in her office. Since I am new here and haven’t yet had time to nominate and elect an official “Lost and Found” committee, I have appointed Bill Workman the task of describing these items in hopes of finding their rightful owners. Please read the following bullet points carefully—as you may be the recipient of a joyful reunion with your stuff.
- Moderately expensive, tarnished but still beautiful, silver Croft and Barrow tie tac
- Well worn (ratty looking) wallet, rawhide, brown in color, lost all its money—perhaps because of the big hole in it
- Really pretty, surprisingly pretty ring (we didn’t know we had anyone in the church who could afford this.) Design is two triangles. Men’s ring, fairly large, birthstone, 4 different gemstones, textured nugget style band, probably size 10 or 11.
- One of a kind, vintage, NFL “Fantasma” watch, with none other than a Chicago Bears emblem on its face, highly collectable, super expensive, get it while its hot. (Pastor’s note: I’m trying to figure out whether Bill meant that the watch is “hot,” in which case Esther would probably like for it to NOT be sitting on her desk.)
- Beautiful ALORNA black coat, dry clean only, 75% wool, 25% nylon, for a petite lady, beautiful faux leopard print (if a leopard was black) on collar and cuffs, quite heavy, gloves in the pocket—as well as a surprise in one of the pockets. (Pastor’s note: Let’s just say that the “surprise” is green and features the face on an American president. I’m sure it was meant for the offering plate—and I will be checking to see whether the person who claims the coat does indeed put the “surprise” in the offering plate next Sunday. Also, the petite woman who claims this coat should beware of the gentleman who claims the watch, tie tac, wallet, and ring.)
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