September 21, 2023

Thank you to all who contributed to making Rally Day 2023 a success! We had a lovely day reconnecting with long time friends and making new friends.

Prayers Lifted on

Sunday September 17, 2023

During last Sunday's worship service, we received the following requests for prayers...

Of joy, for Sharon and Ron as they celebrate their 31st wedding anniversary this week (on Tuesday).
Of joy, for Edie being named Head of her Department of Biological Science. NC
Of gratitude, for a family member's safe travels.
Of healing, for Rosa as she has surgery on Wednesday.
Of healing, for Peter D that the chemo disappears his growth. HS
Of concern, for Don and Barbara and their struggles.
For the family of Carolyn Koenig who entered Life Eternal on August 31. NC
For Amanda and Kyle, on their upcoming wedding on September 23, and for safe travels for all those will be travelling to attend. NT
For all affected by the earthquake in Morocco and the flooding in Libya.
For those recovering from the flooding in Libya.
For Leon, recovering from surgery and Mary caring for him.
For Kris Z as she continues to recover.

Save the Date

This Week

Faith Formation Classes Begin This Sunday!

Our Faith Formation groups start this Sunday, Sept. 24^th directly following service -- there are groups for all ages, from Pre-K through 12^th Grade (and even our older youth, aka adults 😉 ). Have questions? Or missed registration during Rally Day? Email smain@chathamumc.org

This Sunday's 10:00am service will feature The Ukulele Orchestra performing God Be The Love To Search and Keep Me by Richard Bruxvoort Colligan and the Shaker tune, Simple Gifts with Mike Maguire, piano. Join us!

The Ukulele Orchestra will next meet in-person and online Saturday, October 14th at 10:00am in the Asbury Room and on Zoom. For more information contact Peter Hill, petepiano@mac.com.

Adult Discussion Group

This Sunday the Adult Discussion Group resumes its weekly meetings in the Asbury Room at 11:15am. In this week’s Gospel lesson, Jesus tells the parable of the Vineyard Workers, some of whom are upset with their pay! Has the landowner been unfair? What is the “pay” that a Christian receives? If you “come late to the game”, should you receive the same benefit as those who came earlier? Come join us – even if you arrive late! We welcome you! See Ron Yarger, ryarger@optonline.net.

Monday Noontime Bible Study meets Mondays at noon (hence the name!) for about 75 minutes on Zoom. Whether you’re brand new to the Bible or know it inside and out, you’re welcome! We spend a little time checking in with each other, then explore and discuss a biblical text, then close by sharing joys and concerns and praying together. For further information, or to receive the Zoom link contact Pastor Sharon Yarger at scyarger@optonline.net.

Community News

We are looking for friends and members of our church to help welcome and greet the greater Chatham community for this. If you would like to help, please contact Pastor Jeff.