Happy New Year

Join us for our new Sermon series,

The Beatitudes

January 1st: Matthew 5:3, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Sermon by Pastor Bob Vale

January 8th: Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Sermon by Jeff Marshall

January 15th: Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Guest speakers: Steve & Hope Shearouse

January 22nd: Matthew 5:6 "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled." Sermon by Pastor Bob Vale

January 29th: Matthew 5:7 "Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy." Sermon by Jeff Marshall

February  5th: Matthew 5:8 "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God." Sermon by Pastor Bob Vale

February 12th: Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God." Sermon by Pastor Bob Vale

February 19th: Matthew 5:10-12 "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you." Sermon by Jeff Marshall

Trivia Nite February 25th, doors open at 6 p.m. Reservation deadline: February 18th    Please use the online form to reserve your spot or group for the Trivia & Silent Auction Nite. Tables are maximum 10 people. Cost: $10/per person, you may reserve a whole table in your name or reserve a spot and we will place you with a group.   Please make checks payable to Osceola UMC and write in the memo section: Trivia Nite   All tables must be reserved and paid for by Sunday, February 18th.   By attending this event, you are supporting the Children's Ministry at Osceola UMC.

Upcoming Classes

Heaven is for Real - 5 Week Study led by Jeff Marshall beginning Wednesday, January 18

Study book $7.00

Is there life after death? Just ask 4-year-old Colton, who emerged from life-threatening surgery with   astounding details about heaven! Colton's account includes floating away, looking down on his dad praying in the hospital, seeing God's throne, and meeting relatives. This study, based on the book Heaven is for Real, includes learning more about what the Bible teaches about heaven, as well as hearing first-hand from the Burpo family about Colton's experience in heaven and the way it has changed their lives. Each video session features Todd, Sonja, and Colton, and is filmed interview-style. Sign up by calling the church office (679-4435).   Begins Wednesday, January 18 and continues for the next four Wednesdays meeting from 4:30-5:30 pm in the parlor.

Coming for Lent - 24 Hours That Changed the World

Church wide Study

No single event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. This series, beginning Sunday, February 29 includes Sunday morning worship, adult studies (Sunday School and small groups), youth and children studies. Adam Hamilton, through his book and dvd study, guides us through the last twenty-four hours of Jesus' life. Each week is designed to help us experience and understand the significance of Jesus' suffering and death in a way we have never done before. Watch the February newsletter for more information.

James: Mercy Triumphs by Beth Moore: Coming in February

Tuesday's: February 7- March 27

Friday's: February 10- March 30

Cost of study books 18.00

James, Jesus' own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple with Beth Moore's 8-session study James: Mercy Triumphs. And, in the process, learn how you can put your own faith into action.

Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any New Testament book. Come along with Beth Moore on a journey to get to know both the man and the Book of James. You will never be the same again.

Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer.

Sunday Services    8:30 a.m. Traditional Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. Solid Praise Contemporary Service Contact Information 431 N. Beech Road Osceola, IN 46561 574-679-4435 phone 574-679-4508 fax www.osceolaumc.org oumcoffice@osceolaumc.org