PINE RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
May 2024 NEWSLETTER
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 110,
Pine River, MN 56474
Phone: 218-587-4091
Email: prmethodist@gmail.com
Website: https://pineriverumc.org/
May Mission of the Month
Our Church is supporting the Community Fund managed by The Warehouse in the month of May. This is a benevolence fund for the community for those in need. Donations can be written to Pine River United Methodist and note in the memo Community fund.
Pentecost
“On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one place. 2 Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. 3 Then, what looked like flames or tongues of fire appeared and settled on each of them. 4 And everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave them this ability.” Acts 2:1-4 NLT
Pentecost Sunday is on May 19 this year. The definition of Pentecost is “Fiftieth”.
“16 John answered all of them by saying, “I baptize you with water, but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the strap of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” Luke 3:16 NRSV
In Loving Memory of Vera
Vera Ann Wahl, age 90, of Pine River, passed away April 22, 2024, with her loving family by her side.
Vera was born March 8, 1934, in Pequot Lakes, MN, to Harry and Margaret (Reiter) Olson, delivered by her midwife grandmother, Anna Christopherson. She attended Pine River High School and graduated in 1953. On May 8, 1954, Vera married LaVerne Wahl and they had two daughters, Cheryl and Debra. Vera was a member of the United Methodist Church in Pine River. She was active with church life, including teaching Sunday school, women’s groups, and being the church treasurer.
Vera lived a wonderful life growing up, living the majority of her life in the Jenkins – Pine River area. She loved family gatherings with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed playing cards with friends, decorating for the holidays, her flower gardens, and vacationing with her husband, LaVerne.
A celebration of life was held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 27, at the Pine River United Methodist Church and was officiated by Pastor Jen Matthees. Music was provided by Jacki Kline. A luncheon followed the service and her burial at the cemetery in Jenkins after the luncheon.
She will be missed by all of us at the United Methodist Church in Pine River who knew and loved her.
Thank you to Meribeth, Norma, Debbie, Josie, Heather and Mary who worked so hard preparing and serving the Luncheon on April 27 for Vera’s funeral.
SCRIPTURES
Philippians 4:6-7 NLT
6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV
The Lord your God in your midst,
The Mighty One, will save;
He will rejoice over you with gladness,
He will quiet you with His love,
He will rejoice over you with singing.”
Galatians 4:6 NLT
“And because we are his children, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, prompting us to call out, “Abba, Father.”
Colossians 4:2 ESV
“2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.”
OLD AGE IS NOT FOR SISSIES 4.0
The second presentation of the Pine River United Methodist Church 2024 Senior Series was held April 17. Theresa Eclov, the director of Faith in Action, gave a wonderfully informative session about dementia and Alzheimer’s. The final event will be May 15, Smart Money, led by the Pine River State Bank.
Join us for Session #3, of Senior Series Wednesday, May 15 Pine River State Bank will present a program on Smart Money. This session will be offered from
1 – 3 PM. See you there!
CHURCH BUILDING USAGE
If you are planning to meet at Pine River United Methodist Church, you need to call ahead or email the office to reserve space and to get your meeting on the church calendar. Complete the necessary Church Usage Form if required.
Church Office Phone
218-587-4091
Church email
prmethodist@gmail.com
Office Hours
Tuesday 8:00 – 12, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Thursday, Friday 8:00 – 12:30
Joy of the Month:
Those who sow with tears
will reap with songs of joy.
Psalms 126:5
Pine River City Wide Clean up:
May 21-22: City Wide Clean Up
For RESIDENTS ONLY!
To participate, please call City Hall
@ 587-2440 BY MAY 20TH
to get on the list.
No pick up can take
place without being on the pick up list –
No Exceptions!
See bulletin board downstairs for list of items the city will take.
Important note
If you are mailing something to the church, you must use our P.O. Box 110, Pine River, MN 56474 for the address. We do not receive mail at the church, and if you use the physical church address, the mail may be returned and could delay your notices to us or offerings.
Upcoming in June…
June 26-29 Enjoy the Cass County Fair
Summerfest June 29: Walking Tacos in front of our church
Pew News June Newsletter
Please give the office anything you would like to share in the June issue of our newsletter by Tuesday, May 28. Thank you to all who take part in the newsletter by submitting information or pictures. We welcome anything you would like to contribute to the next issue.