Ashland Place

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

January 22, 2026

E-News

A mid-week word from Pastor Darren...

Sir, we wish to see Jesus...and he answered them...where I am, there shall my servant be also; if anyone serves me, the Father will honor him.

John 12:22-23, 26

Dear APUMC Family,

I am proud to share an inspiring word of love in action through our United Methodist connection today. While we seek to meet the immediate challenges of our local community, it is encouraging to know that we are not alone in our efforts, but a part of a larger movement that is committed to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus all across the country and around the world.

I gladly call your attention today to this report from umcmission.org. I especially encourage you to read through to the end, where the last word is given to our own Cammie Singleton as a representative of the Joseph Project. She has told the story well!

How grateful I am for the continued leadership of Stephanie Alexander, Cammie Singleton, Megan Foshee, and so many of our regular volunteers who serve regularly in this capacity. If you would like to see Jesus at work, come join us in the effort. There is a place for you!

For Christ,

Darren

CLICK HERE TO READ THE REPORT

For this coming Sunday's bulletin...

CLICK HERE FOR THE 9:00 ASCENSION SERVICE BULLETIN

CLICK HERE FOR THE 11:00 TRADITIONAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Click Here to Complete an Estimate of Giving Card Online

Hoover, Debra, Come Fill Our Hearts

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Women’s Bible Study – Spring 2026

Conversations at The Table

Begins January 26, 2026

This semester’s theme: WORDS

“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.”

— Psalm 19:14 (KJV)

Join us as we gather for meaningful conversations, spiritual growth, and fellowship around God’s Word. This semester, we will explore the power of our words—how we speak, how we listen, and how our speech reflects our hearts.

Study Focus: Taming Your Tongue by Deborah Smith Pegues

Through biblical teaching and honest discussion, we’ll learn how to:

Speak with wisdom and grace
Align our words with God’s will
Build others up through Christ-centered communication

Come ready to grow, share, and be encouraged at The Table!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MAHJONG FOR MEALS

SAVE THE DATE FOR VBS 2026!

JUNE 8-11

AP YOUTH EVENTS

Youth events are open to youth in grades 7-12.

Friends are always welcome!

QUESTIONS?

Contact Joseph Griggs at (251)518-8001

WEEKLY YOUTH HAPPENINGS

Sunday School (10:00am)

Sunday evening fellowship (5:30pm)

2026 Sign-up

Altar Flowers - Would you like to honor someone, remember a loved one, or celebrate a happy occasion???

Click below for a link to Signup Genius.

Your $55 donation can be made to APUMC and placed in the offering plate, arranged online (apumc.com) or delivered to the office. Please include your preferred wording.

2026 Altar Flower Sign-up

Around the Congregation...

Circle of Concern

Please hold these persons in your prayers: Fay Adams, John Allen, John and Angela Bell, Jean Brown & son James Williams, Bob Cook, Ann Cottrell, Braxton & Linda Lee Counts, Judie Crowther, Julie & Steve Dugan, Mihyon Ellis, Lanier Faircloth, Phillip Fields, Bruce Finley, Missy Foose, Russell Fountain, Marcia Golson, Curt Graf (Curtis Graf’s father), Holly Hastings (Dee Dee Cook's sister), Diane Holub (Angela Prine’s mother), Barbara Hunt, Andrew Irby, Tyler Mazey, Jean McCutchen, *John McMurphy, David Richards, Sara Robinson, Tom Root, Mary Davis Rutledge, Nancy Scott, Lonn Spencer, Jody Thompson (Pam Bostick’s brother-in-law), Louise Thomson, Sherry Thomson, Robert Wheeler (Emily McGough’s brother), Merrill Whitener, Kathryn Willingham, and all caregivers (*new concern this week)

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