Depression Support Group
Does someone you love suffer from Depression?  (Or other mental illness)  Are you suffering too?  You are NOT alone.  Join with others like yourself on Saturday, February 27th @ 10:00 AM at West Allis Calvary UMC 3177 S 107th St (near the corner of Oklahoma and Hwy 100) for “Learning to Cope” ~ a time of support, understanding and sharing with those who know what you’re going through and who welcome your insights and experiences.    For more information, please contact Pastor Rachel Cobb at 414- 541-9050 or pastor@calvaryumc-westallis.org

Opportunities For Youth - More Youth info available in the Youth Section

YOUTH IN ACTION - IT’S A NEW YEAR!

DATES TO REMEMBER:

Fri. Feb. 5th              Basketball Tournament
                                6-12th grade fundraiser for Summer Missions
                                Horace Mann Elementary on 62nd & Lapham
                                6pm to 7:30pm – Cost $5.00 - Sponsor Sheets

Fri. Feb. 20th            Making Carmel Apples and Choc. Covered Pretzels
                                Fundraiser for Summer Missions – 9am to noon
                                6th – 12th graders

Sun. Feb. 21st          Selling Carmel Apples and Choc. Covered Pretzels
                                After both services – 6th-12th graders

Sun. Feb. 21st          Youth Group – Senior High
                                Ice Skating Red Arrow Park – Noon to 3pm

Sun. Feb. 28th          Jr. High Convo Meeting
                                Team Building and Sign-Up

Fri. March 5th           Lenten Fish Fry
                                Fundraiser for Mid-High Convo
                                5 to 7 pm - $10.00/adults - 5.00/children
                                Bring friends and family

Come to youth group and bring a friend. The sign up sheets are right outside of the Youth Director’s door on the bulletin board. There will be add/drop dates, which will usually be the Wed. before the event. Make sure to have your permission/medical slip turned in for the New Year and be ready to have fun as we gather in Christian Fellowship.

HAITI EMERGENCY – UMCOR ADVANCE #418325
Already a country living in extreme poverty, the massive earthquake on
Jan. 12 has caused incalculable loss of human life and destruction.
United Methodists have had a long-standing relationship with Haiti
through the Methodist Church of Haiti. The strong ties between the Methodist Church of Haiti and United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) helped in facilitating the opening of the UMCOR Haiti field office in 2005. 100% of advance gifts made will go to support relief measures. Make any donations payable to First United Methodist Church and label “Haiti.”
Donate Online To UMCOR Supporting Haiti Emergency Relief And Development

“Food of the Month!” In addition to the invitation extended on the first Sunday of each month to consider a financial contribution to our food pantry, you are also invited to bring a specific food donation with you to worship on those Communion Sundays as follows:

Feb. - Can of soup (any variety - 2 l/2 servings)
March - Can of fruit (Any variety - 15 oz)
April - Macaroni and Cheese Mix (7.25oz or 2.5 servings

ZUMBA CLASS – NEVER TOO LATE TO START!
Classes will meet at 7:00pm on Wednesdays. Come out and have a great time!

2010 CENSUS JOBS AVAILABLE
Be a part of the 2010 Census Team! Earn good pay, get paid weekly, work flexible hours, receive paid training and receive reimbursement for authorized mileage and other work-related expenses. More information, including a practice test, is available at: www.2010censusjobs.gov or call Jon at (414) 944-0650.

THE MITTEN TREE
Donations of mittens, hats and scarves can be put in the Mission Corner. Donations will be brought to the Northcott Neighborhood House and to United Children’s Services.

Health Ministry News by Pat Shapiro Parish Nurse
Tips on how to help someone who is depressed:
-encourage them to seek and continue treatment; offer
 transportation or childcare as needed      
-monitor proper medication use
-listen with patience and understanding, their feelings are real
-be honest, your feelings are real too
-invite the person out for walks, outings, or other activities
-encourage hobbies, sports, cultural or religious events
-follow the person’s pace, be careful not to encourage too much too soon
-educate yourself about depression and suicide
-don’t let the depression always take center stage
-step back as needed for your health
Friday February 5th is “GO RED FOR WOMEN” Wear red to raise awareness regarding women and heart disease, the number 1 killer of women and men alike. 
Information from last weeks Diabetes Support Group is posted in the small dining room.
Parish Nurse Hours this week: Tues., Feb. 2, morning,                                                                     Wed., Feb. 3, final training session for “Living Well with Chronic Illness” course, to be offered this spring.

United Methodist Children's Services
Has several important partners in the Washington Park Neighborhood of Milwaukee, who work tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of children and families. One of those partners is the Urban Ecology Center located across the street from us in Washington Park. Among the countless activities they have for our neighbors is a new initiative to bring ice-skating back to the park at no cost for the participants. They received a generous grant from Harley-Davidson to care for the ice. What they need now are ice skates, warm socks, mittens, hats and hot chocolate. They will accept skates in any condition, although they would especially appreciate new or gently used skates. If you have questions about this project or items you would like to donate, please contact Joey Zocher or another staff member at the Urban Ecology Center (414.344.5460). You can also email Joey at jzocher@urbanecologycenter.org.

UMC Member Purchase Program For Dell Equipment
Dell is offering an additional 7% off the discounted prices available through the UMC Member Purchase Program, an exclusive discount program available to UM churches, members, em­ployees and volunteers. The additional discount is available on Dell laptop or desktop com­puters—including featured systems, as well as those customized to fit your specific needs. It is not necessary that the computers be purchased for a church, but can be for home use or purchased as gifts by anyone who is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Discounts are also available on electronics, printers, digital cameras, televisions and other items that may be on your Christmas shopping list. For more details, go to www.dell.com/umc and fol­low the link for a home computer purchase.