Reverend Merlene Barner
7405 Lookout Road
Niwot, Colorado 80503
(303) 530-0241 office@niwotumc.org
Events & Happenings
Events and Happenings at Niwot UMC
Nothing But Nets
The people of the United Methodist Church are being invited to participate with the Nothing But Nets partners to help stop a deadly disease – malaria. In sub-Saharan Africa, a child dies every 30 seconds from this preventable disease. This is a statistic that the world must pay attention to according to Bishop Joao Somane Machado, leader of the United Methodist Church in Mozambique.
Just $10 buys a bed net, distributes it to a family and provides education on how to use it. To donate, simply write a check to NUMC and note "Nothing But Nets" on the memo line.
Take me out
to the Ballgame 
Join us for the Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks game on Tuesday, August 12, 7:05 pm. You can sign up on the sheet at the back of the church. Deadline to sign up is July 27.
Sing Along
Please join the American Music Research Center for our summer sing-along on Sunday, June 29, 4 pm at Grusin Music Hall, University of Colorado campus. The program will include folk songs from Appalachia to the Southwest, as well a Tin Pan Alley favorites. $5 suggested donation.
Favorite Hymns Sunday
Worship on Sunday, July 20 will be a service of music. If you have a favorite hymn(s) that you would like sung, please drop a note with the name of the hymn(s) in the church office or email office@niwotumc.org. We will include a brief story of the hymns chosen as a part of the service. In addition, Kate Warren will play an Euphonium. If you would like to sing or play an instrument during the service, contact Jennifer Hayes or Alice Haverstock.
Family of Faith Special Events
Crosses Galore: Sunday, July 13 after the worship service, 10:45-11:45; bring your favorite cross to share and come learn about different types of crosses, why they are different, who uses which type, and more.
Plants of the Bible: Sunday, August 10 after the worship service, 10:45-11:45
Special Music Sundays
Please sign up in the back of the sanctuary if you would like to offer your musical talents during worship this summer while the choir is on break.
Youth News
The NUMC and Lousville youth groups had 19 people join the Peaks Sub-District's trip to Boondocks last month. They enjoyed pizza and fellowship with other youth groups including Greeley and Longmont and had a great time playing laser tag, miniature golf, video games, and riding go-carts. Next up is a trip to Elitch's on Sunday, July 27.
50 Something Singles
All ladies of the church are invited to join the 50 Something Signles on Tuesday, June 24 for lunch at the Chautauqua Dining Hall. We'll meet at the church at 11:15 am. Reservations are encouraged, so please sign up.
Windsor Tornado Recovery
Our hearts go out to the people in Windsor, Colorado and nearby areas devastated by the recent tornadoes. The Reception Center, which is the old Steele Market behind McDonalds on Main Street, needs volunteers to sort and receive donations. The Distribution Center at 810 3rd St. (Mountain View Elementary) needs volunteer help. Hours for both places is 10 am to 7 pm. There will most likely NOT be requests for teams to help rebuild homes - professional contractors are being sent by the insurance companies. Donations are needed for kitchen utensils and equipment, new underwear and baby pull-ups. They do NOT need used clothing! People are needed to help move furniture from condemned buildings. If you wish to help financially, make your check out to Niwot UMC, please put in the note “RMC Disaster Recovery."
Contact person is Cathy Kissner, 970-201-3799.
Fair Trade Coffee Update
Due to rising coffee prices and our desire to continue to offer Fair Trade Coffee products to all members, coffee bags will sell for $8.50 each. And don't forget chocolate bars are still available for $2.75!
A Time Apart
We will be going to the Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Sedalia, CO, October 31 – November 2. The cost per person is $170 and includes meals and accommodation. Please sign up right away and make your non-refundable deposit of $80 by May 11. This is a wonderful time to withdraw to a quiet place for rest, reflection, a meditative walk in the beauty of the grounds, or to quietly share with others.
50 Something Singles
The group will be meeting for brunch the 4th Sunday of each month after Sunday School. We'll keep you posted on the place each month. It's a great way to share experiences and get to know each other better.
Library
NEW Library Books! There are new library books coming in every week through at least the middle of December. They are on top of the shelves on the east side of the Fellowship area and available for check-out. Take a look each week because the selection will be constantly changing. There will be more than 125 new items before Christmas so there should be something for everyone.