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NGREEN MOUNTAINUNITED METHODIST CHURCH12755 West Cedar DrivePhone: 303-989-3727 Fax: 303-987-9220website: www.gmumc.comRev. Paul Murphy-Geiss, PastorGuiding members and friends to a fuller knowledge ofGMUMC through information, support, confirmation,praise, and celebration.Staff of GMUMCPastorRev. Paul Murphy-Geisspaul@gmumc.comFROM PAUL’S PENIt is hard to believe that this is the lasttime I will write for the Window On theHill. The time since I announced myretirement has gone by far too quickly!But in just a few days, Christmas will bebehind us, and I’ll be sharing in worshipwith you for the last time on Sunday,December 29th.ProgramsSteve Waldensteve@gmumc.comChildren’s DirectorKelli Schnasekelli@gmumc.comBeginning January 1st I will no longer beyour pastor. I will no longer officiate atyour weddings, funerals, baptisms, etc.,but you will always be in my thoughtsand prayers. My prayers especially willbe with Mark Thurman as he begins hisministry with you. I know that you willwelcome him into the life of thiswonderful community of faith, just asyou welcomed me 7-1/2 years ago.Youth DirectorAlex Nevealex@gmumc.comOffice ManagerMeg Leakgmumc@gmumc.comFinance SecretaryKent Bateskent@gmumc.comCustodianJames O’TooleMusic DirectorRandy HiseRTommyH@aol.com7Hand Bell DirectorJanet Starkeyjanetstarkey27@comcast.netOrganistMelissa Sussmanmucikmama@yahoo.comWindow on the HillJanuary 2020May you continue to be a community that understands faith to be a verb—where what we believe is lived out in service and compassion. Continue to be acommunity that worships together, laughs together, works together, growstogether and cares together.It has been a joy to be in ministry with you—I cannot begin to say thank yousufficiently for the ways in which you have welcomed me, challenged me, andhelped me to be a better person and follower of Jesus.Peace, shalom, heiwa, salaam, paix,Pastor PaulNursery DirectorCherie Werkhovenwerkhoventc@aol.comPaul’s Pen .01Children’s .07Steve’s Stuff .02Youth .08

The point of a faith community is not to think alike, but to think together.January2020Steve’s StuffQuestions? – please see me, email swalden@gmumc.com, or call 303‐989‐3727. Thank You!The Lopsided Labyrinth Coffee & Tea ClubSundays, 9:00 a.m., Room #403Looking at the issues of our times through the lens of faith.The Lop-Lab coffee jar benefits the SEED/NarSarah Clinic in Sierra Leone 3,600An Introduction to Food Halls & FellowshipEdgewater Public MarketSaturday, January 25th, 4:30 p.m. carpoolOne of the better community driven trends in our market-based culture is the contemporary “food hall.” Take an oldbuilding (abandoned store or warehouse), carve it into food & retail niches run by local creative souls, toss in open seatingand you have a social, bread-breaking, space where conversations begin and relationships form. Join us to test theatmosphere (and taste the food & drink) at a new venue on the west end.Please register your interest via me or the Program Table. Presented by The Center for Contemplative Anarchy.The Shared JourneyWednesday, January 15th, 1:30 p.m., Room #403SJ is an ever evolving, supportive, community for those sharing the dailychallenges of facing a dementia diagnosis – as caregivers, families, and caring friends.All welcome!Church of The Apocalyptic OptimistsInvesting in people and ideas across the globe, via the Kiva microloan. Interested? See me.As of December 8th – 1,171 loans; 31,775Society for the Advancement of the Human Attention SpanSunday, February 2nd – Fireside RoomPondering Talking to Strangers by Malcolm GladwellFor those interested in this evolving book group please see me.Starting in February Faith in Each OtherA great many peopleA multi‐session offering using the textTurning to One Another: Simple Conversations to Restore Hope to the Futureby Margaret J. Wheatleythink they are thinkingThe Center for Contemplative AnarchyThe shared faith journey without an address (or donuts).when they are merelyrearranging theirprejudices.- William James -02

The GMUMC Church Security plan was publicized in the newsletter and church bulletin on severaloccasions. Security cameras have been checked monthly.The insurance deductible for hail or wind damage is now 50,000. The Trustees have purchaseda 25,000 supplemental insurance rider for wind and hail. They have established a designatedfund for future claims, Insurance Dedicated Reserve, totaling approx. 27,850 on 12/31.The lower hallway of the east building was painted. This was paid for by the daycare.The men’s and women’s restrooms near the Fellowship hall were totally remodeled. The cost wasdonated, and all labor was done by Trustees and church members.Two Grubby Sundays were held. A variety of outdoor and indoor maintenance projects werecompleted on those days and throughout the year.The Peace Pole was repainted, and one panel was replaced.The north steps were repaired by gluing vinyl treads over every step. The deterioration of concreteand metal edge breakage had caused safety issues. All work was done by Trustees and churchmembers.Repair work was done on the evaporative cooler by Trustees.A large cross was installed on the west building, north side. The cost was paid for by memorialsand donations.The upstairs hallways of the west building and adult classroom #403 were carpeted. The cost wasdonated.Blinds were installed on two narthex windows to prevent sun glare off the west building brick. Thissun glare was bothering the choir.Trustees contracted with ACE Radon to determine radon levels in the daycare rooms. JeffersonCounty Health Dept. requires this testing and remedial action if necessary.The Fellowship Hall floor was stripped and waxed.The benches in the columbarium were stained and polyurethane coated.All outside railings and metal doors were painted.Rental contracts for the year include Tiny Hearts Academy, Rocky Mountain Ukulele Orchestra,Lakewood Symphony, Weight Watchers.Trustees contributed labor to Sunday School rooms #206 & #405 remodeling project.The key safes were reorganized and updated to contain only current keys in GMUMC use.GMUMC Trustees 2019: Tom Cummins, Roxanne Penn, Karen Schmoker, Deanna Hanna, Chuck Thorman,John Morrison, Calvin Mukarakate, Sam Moore03

Winter Tea – January 26th – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.Ladies, Gentlemen and Children are WelcomeALL are invited for a relaxing time of fellowship, and to enjoy tea and treats at the annual Winter Tea on January 26,2020 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.Childcare and carpool/transportation for those who would rather not drive are available by signing up on theprogram table by January 23rd. If you are interested in helping and for questions, please contact Marcia Johnston(303‐278‐2969).04

NEWS FROM THE GARDEN“Planting seeds for the future”Jean Arnold, Church and Society – Garden LiaisonThe Vision: Feeding our community. In the words of our leader,Lori Osborn, “I hope that time spent in the garden can grow notonly sustainable food, but a community from diverse people andfoster a sense of place that brings peace.”The vision: Feeding our community. “I hope that time spent in the garden can grow not only sustainable food but acommunity from diverse people and foster a sense of place that brings peace.” Lori Osborn.Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) Construction and Volunteer Days. The water is installed, the grubbing is done, and the materials are delivered andwaiting to be installed. After being snowed out on October 27, Denver Urban Gardens has scheduled two workdays for the Community Garden.Our two volunteer days will be Sunday, November 24, 2019 beginning at 11:45 a.m. and Saturday, December 7 at 10:00 a.m. Weather permitting, ofcourse. The 10-day forecast for Sunday November 24 shows sunny and mid-50’s. We will be instructed by Nessa with Denver Urban Gardens. DUG willprovide all tools and materials needed to construct the beds. If we finish the work on Sunday (11-24), we will not need the December 7 workday, butwe wanted to get the second day on everyone’s calendar just in case.Any amount of time you can devote to the garden on either Sunday (11-24) or Saturday (12-7) would be appreciated. Please RSVP to Jean Arnold byemail (jeanarnold@arnoldarnold.com) or text at 303.257.2659.Bricks. We are in the proce ss of finalizing our order for the bricks. Lori Osbor n will be in contact with you if you have not provide d the “words” you wa nt on your bricks. We will be ordering bricks for delivery a few weeks before they are to be installed. If you have not ordered a brick, but have been me aning to do so – it’s not too late. Contact Lori Osborn. Fund raising. We have sufficient funds to build the “basic” garden infrastructure. But we need another 20-30,000 to complete the fulldesign. DUG is phasing the build-out over 5 years. Plus, a garden is “forever” fund raising. The Community Brick fund raiser continues. You can order bricks at any time to support the garden. The bricks will be installed oncethe heavy work is done. Please contact Lori Osborn (lorioho@icloud.com or 303-986-8802) to purchase a brick. Order forms are on theprogram table outside the Gathering Place. 100 per 4 X 8 brick 10 for clip art; 200 per 8 X 8 brick 10 for clip art.Website Management: Garden Community member Holly Schnitzler is managing the website. If you have information for the site, contact JeanArnold at: jeanarnold@arnoldarnold.com or 303.257.2659 (call or text).Check out the website at: https://communitygardengmu.wixsite.com/gmumc. See the pictures from our “brick” retrieval day in the spring. Soon wecan start posting PROGRESS photos. Below are pictures of the garden so far.05

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CHILDREN’S NEWSJanuary 2020January 5th, we are celebrating Wisemen Sunday! This is always a beautiful kickoff to the New Year and whatgifts we can offer to others, our church, and Jesus! Please come and see this fun reenactment of the wisemencoming to offer gifts!Thank you so much to all of you who helped clean out the freezer by buying up all the butter braids! Theywere all sold and hopefully enjoyed!Sunday School is open to all children 4 -13 years old! The nursery is open to all infants – age 3.Happy Holidays to everyone! Thank you so much for all the help and support you offer all our children!Kelli SchnaseChildren’s Director07

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OUR SERVICE, CONCERNS, &CELEBRATIONSJANUARYRobert KimballCarole KagiyamaLorna CarterVivian SantistevanNancy CarrayTim MooreBrooke WypiszynskiClara Lou HumphreyKayleigh ThomasMyria GarciaTena HarrisGillian YoungKelli SchnaseRiley GrantJoo sil KimKatrina GarciaSteve CumminsAlyssa GlascoJanis JohnsenClay RamsouerMeg LeakMark OsbornDoris CheliusJennifer StenmanEdith DavisEvie KelloggBrian ChevalierMaya WondelJanice BrownJanet StarkeyKristen AllenJenna HindmanWarren (Andy) ThomasMarcia Johnston-WaldenRich 501/2701/2701/2801/2801/3001/31Tom & Billie CumminsRichard & Barbara Stoddart01/1801/28Congratulations to Karlynn Cory & Wava Fleck who earned their black belts.09