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Brownstown-Sefton News

Baby Bucky Burro …
… is ready for spring! On the cold winter nights, Bill shuts their doors so the cold wind doesn’t blow in to their beds. Bucky doesn’t seem to appreciate this, as he likes to run and play, but the doors are opened, as soon as advisable, for him. Mom Madricka Burro and Lady, the senior mini-horse, do seem to appreciate the thoughtfulness of closing the doors.
Spring days are not far away and we plan to extend the pens, so they will have green grass to nibble on. There has been so much rain and now snow to melt that their pens have the potential for mud baths instead of grassy meadows.
Katy, the outside doggie, seems to be getting along fine with her own heat lamp. Bill has it positioned so it shines down on the area just in front of her Eskimo dog house, so the air is warm to the interior, but not so close or accessible to cause problems. Thus, she does not need to apply sunscreen lotion.
Food Pantry Needs for February
One box of pancake mix, one bottle of syrup, one jar of jelly, one box of dry powdered milk. Anything else would be appreciated.
Local Celebrations
Birthdays-Hubert Williams, Judy Watson, Marybelle Ledbetter, Avery Schnarre, Tim Dunahee, Renna Kelly, Betty Miller, Jean Whitford, Bradley Schwarm and Bill Haller. Anniversaries-Bill and Bette Stolte, and Mannie and Pam Orr.
Roses To BES …
…and Mrs. Angela Reeter and staff for giving us a heads up when something special is going on, such as the BES Spelling Bee held last Friday. When our attendance is not possible, they send us a report, with names and photos of the events, which is highly appreciated.
Announcements
Golden Years Club Biscuit & Gravy Breakfast …
… is Saturday at the VFW Post 9770 building room, 8 am –noon.
Menu will include French toast, bacon, gravy and biscuits, honey buns, monkey bread muffins, coffee & tea. The cost is on a donation basis.
Raffle tickets will be available at the breakfast Saturday for a park bench that is said to be guaranteed to last 25 years; full bed-sized crocheted afghan with three pillow shams; and a king-sized bedspread with two shams and a matching throw pillow. Tickets will be sold at the breakfast and will be drawn at a later date, to be announced.                   
Fayette County HCE Craft Day …
… is Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. at the Extension Office in Vandalia. In keeping with the IAHCE theme this year, “Rollin’ Down the River,” all HCE crew members are encouraged to “get on board” and attend to help make favors for the IAHCE 2016 conference. There are 500 favors to make, so we need “all hands on deck” to help “launch” this project. Pack a stapler and staples in your duffle bag to bring along.
All Fayette HCE oars are needed in the water, so don’t please “jump ship’ or “mutiny.” Any questions, contact the captain, Flo Allen, or C.E. officer of the day, Ashley Davis.
United Methodist Women Meet
The Brownstown/Emmanuel UMW met Feb. 11, at 1 p.m., at Emmanuel Methodist Church for its first meeting of 2016.  The program was call to prayer and self-denial. An offering was taken for missions.
Plans were made for the year 2016 meetings. The March meeting will be held March 17, at 1 p.m., at Emmanuel Church.
Present were: Carol Severns, Connie Green, Flo Allen, Betty Williams, and Carol Henna.
First Christian Church Valentine Banquet
A valentine’s banquet was held at First Christian Church on Sunday, with the meal served at 5:30 p.m. It was much enjoyed by all who braved the cold and snow.
The youth had projected warmth into the event with their colorful  decorations, and their efficient and courteous serving of the barbecued beef and Italian chicken, complete with trimmings and desserts.   
The entertainment began at 6:30 p.m. with a game of church history trivia , planned by the young adults Sunday school class.
Sefton HCE Unit holds Valentine Potluck
Members of the Sefton HCE Unit met at Emmanuel Methodist Church on Friday, Feb. 12, for its annual Valentine Potluck.
Following the meal, for which Panzi Blackwell asked the blessing, club Chairman Flo Allen called the meeting to order and led the pledge to the American flag.
Club Secretary Elizabeth Kasten took the roll call with the question, “Where is your favorite vacation spot?,” which was answered by the thirteen members present with a  variety of answers.  
Allen shared the following announcements and reminders of importance and of interest:
• Feb. 20, 8 a.m.-noon – Golden Years Club Breakfast fundraiser at the VFW building in Brownstown.  
• Feb. 25 – Fayette County HCE Craft Day, beginning at 1 p.m., at the Extension Office in Vandalia.
• March 26, 8 am. – Bake sale for Golden Years at United Methodist Church in Brownstown.
Topics discussed were:
• Change – Get-Acquainted Day information- It will be held on April 7, at 9 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 215 N. Walnut St., St. Elmo                         
• The 2016 IAHCE Conference is March 15-17. Ashley Davis and Debbie Segrest will attend as delegates. Phyllis Pryor also attending as a Fayette County HCE member.
• Allen gave available patterns for the clothes protector, which has potential for a fundraiser for club.
• A check for $100 for the human Trafficking project had been received by “Eden’s Glory,” a result of the collections by the club to help program for survivors.  
• Also mentioned were future fundraisers.
Other Items
• Cards were signed by all present for those unable to attend meeting.
• Give-Away Books were brought by LaVonne Kramer.
• Allen read an original poem, “On the Good Ship IAHCE,” in keeping with the theme “Rollin’ on the River.”
Kasten presented Lessons
Elizabeth Kasten presented both lessons, “Staycation and Vacation Planning,” and Squirrels.”
The lesson on vacations gave insights to insurance policies when you are away from home on vacation. Many, including Medicare, do not cover illnesses or accidents in some instances.
Kasten advised all to check into their insurance responsibilities and coverage, among other items covered in the policies.
The lesson on “Squirrels” provided a lot of information, including on how destructive the little creatures can be to your environment, including your home.
Doorprizes were won by Lavonne Kramer, Elizabeth Kasten, Ina Abendroth, Sally Behrends and Betty Williams.
The next Sefton Unit meeting will be March 10, at 1 p.m., at Emmanuel Methodist Church. Sally Behrends and Carol Ann Behrends will be hostesses.  
Brownstown First Christian Church
The congregation of the First Christian Church was greeted by Chris and Sherry Meador, and led in song by Susan Smith, Cameron Callaway and Matthew Smith.
A ladies trio, Susan Smith, Cathy Smith and Joann Strobel, contributed special music, followed by the morning message, delivered by interim minister Kendall Bopp.  
Also serving: Sunday school nursery-Laura Willms; a.m. nursery-Ashton Smith; toddler worship-Ron and Tena Gould; Quest-4-Christ-team; and shut-ins-Don Willms and Bill Smith.
Announcements
*FourGiven quartet will be at Aperion Care in St. Elmo on Feb. 22 at 6:30 pm. Everyone is invited; love offering will be taken.
*Leadership meeting will be Monday, March 14, at 7 p.m.
*Easter egg carnival will be Saturday, March 19, from 2-4 p.m., at the Brownstown Elementary cafeteria.  Anyone who would like to make a monetary donation can give them to Jamie Smith by March 6.
• Anyone who would like to be included in the new round of cookbooks, provide Jamie Smith with 10-15 recipes by Sunday, March 27.

Brownstown United Methodist Church
Mannie Orr and Junior Williams served as ushers as the congregation of the United Methodist gathered for Sunday worship hour.
Jarin Evans lighted the altar candles.
Pastor Don Thomas greeted all, recognized the birthdays and anniversaries, shared the announcements and prayer list, and led in prayer.
Rebecca Evans led the children’s worship, and Flo Allen led the adult class.
Announcement
• Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. – Bible study at Brownstown UMC. Everyone is welcome. Jim Green is the leader.

 

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