First United Methodist Church of Tipton, Iowa

Author: bheil

  • 2014 Missions Work Trip

    When the Mission work-trippers went to Virginia last year they were asked, by a local resident, “What are you here for?” It was like she thought we may be at the wrong place; after all, she was there; she was seeking to be the hands and feet of Christ in that place. So, what were we there for?!?!
    But the thought stayed with us throughout the trip and all the way home, until arriving in Tipton and we asked, “What are we HERE for?!?!” Our answer to that question caused us to look around our own community, to assess where we might be for someone messengers and servants of Christ. Our answer to that question had us ask someone, Rhonda Waugh, if we could shingle her house. It needs it; she’s sought every other option to get it done but is not able to afford a commercial shingle. She consented to let the work group shingle her house.
    We think that’s [one of the things] we’re here for!!! We’ll be doing much other work in the community, too.

    A group of 16 people from this church will be working on various projects around Tipton July 14-18.  Stay tuned for updates on the web and facebook.

    Thanks to everyone who supports the annual mission work activities.

  • Missions Work Team: “Porta” Potty Fundraiser

    Missions Work Team: “Porta” Potty Fundraiser

    The Missions work team is doing a “porta-potty or traveling toilet” fundraiser. We’re decorating/painting a toilet, then placing it in yards around town. You can join in the fun by requesting to have the potty placed in someone’s yard for up to 24 hours. You can also purchase “potty insurance” if you want to avoid having the toilet placed in your yard OR if you didn’t buy the insurance in time,
    have the toilet removed from your yard.

    To participate, simply complete and return the “Porta-Potty” order form with your donation to the church office. The forms will be available in the Fellowship Room. The fundraiser will start on Sunday, June 29th and end on August 3rd.

    The intent is to raise awareness about Missions (i.e. helping others) and having some fun along the way. This year, a group of 16 will be working July 14-18 on projects around Tipton. Stay tuned to the web site and facebook for Team Updates during the week.

  • Vacation Bible School: Weird Animals!

    Vacation Bible School: Weird Animals!

    Vacation Bible School: Weird Animals!

    Tipton’s Community Vacation Bible School will be held July 20-24th at St. Mary’s Church. The time will be from 6-8 pm. A meal will be served from 5:00-5:45 for a fee of $3/person or $10/family per night. Sunday, July 20th there will be a free hotdog meal for all participants.

    If you have any questions, would like to volunteer, donate supplies, or sign your children up contact:

    Bobbie Lieser 319-530-3948, or Melinda Stonebraker or Jen Johnson