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February 10, 2025
Weekly Prayer Focus: Vision 2030
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Sleeping Bag Collection
The Seekers Class is collecting new and gently used sleeping bags to be distributed to the homeless through Bright Bridge Ministries. If you’d like to donate, please drop off in the Gathering Lobby between now and Thursday, February 13.
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Senior Adult Winter Activities
-Today, February 10, 11:00am:
Movie Day, "The Encounter." Popcorn & snacks
-Monday, February 17, 11:00am:
Potluck! (We will provide meat/rolls). Please sign-up at the Hospitality Desk for salad, side, or desert.
-Monday, February 24, 11:00am:
Pastry Demonstration with Mandy Kerr
-Monday, March 3, 11:00am:
Fat Tuesday (on Monday!) Pancakes and Preschool Parade
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Hospitality Volunteers Needed
Contact rennee@perdidobay.church to sign up for the Hospitality Team! If you can smile and say hello, you are perfect for the job! You will be placed on a rotating schedule as little or as often as you’d like. Join us!
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Upcoming Youth Events
The Wave Youth Ministry has big plans: Owa Amusement Park and Indoor Waterpark (Sunday, February 16) and Capture the Flag on the church campus (Saturday, March 1)! If you’d like to find out more about how to get your 6th-12th grader involved, this is a great way to jump in. Email youth@perdidobay.church for more info!
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Community Bed Build Coming Soon!
Sunday, March 9, Time Coming Soon!
Save the date for our next “Sleep in Heavenly Peace” Bed Build. This time, in hopes of involving more members of our community, we are hosting the bed build at Warrior Beer Company on Sorrento Rd. More info to come!
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Vision 2030 Online Pledge Card
If you were unable to attend yesterday for Commitment Sunday, there is an online pledge card option, or you can stop by the office during the week or the Hospitality Desk on Sunday. Thank you for your faithful giving as we live into our call to make disciples of Jesus Christ!
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New Sermon Series: Everyday Evangelism
Beginning Next Sunday
Every day we have opportunities to share Jesus with our community. This series will empower and equip you to talk about your faith in Jesus Christ. Evangelism is the sharing of Good News! Together we can partner with God in Everyday Evangelism.
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Bright Bridge Volunteers Needed
Wednesdays weekly
Bright Bridge exists to show God’s love to those in need in the Brownsville area. Each Wed, we send a team of volunteers to cook. We need more willing hands and hearts to join this wonderful team! Email renee@perdidobay.church to find out more.
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Grumpy Old Men Group: Join us! | Come and be a part of the Grumpy Old Men - a service oriented group that meets each Thursday at 8:00am in the Activities Center for fellowship and planning projects. We would love to have you join us- young or old, man or woman! | | |
Volunteers Needed at the Redemption Store | |
The Redemption Store is in need of willing hearts and helping hands to fill shifts throughout the week! If you are interested, contact april@perdidobay.church. Find out more about the Redemption Store by clicking here.
Donations are accepted Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am-Noon. Thank you!
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Barnabas Meal Ministry
Going through a challenging time? The Barnabas Ministry exists to provide meals for those who are facing heath difficulties, loss, or other life challenges. If this group of volunteers can be there for you in this way, please call the church office or email renee@perdidobay.church to be connected with Barnabas.
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Hoping to get involved? A page on our website features specific opportunities to fulfill volunteer needs as they arise. Have some extra time on your hands? Visit our website at www.perdidobay.church/serve to find ways to help out! Contact the church to find out more about how to get involved in the ministries listed.
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Transformance Fitness
Transformance is a strength training class for children and adults that takes place each Monday and Thursday in the Activities Center at various times throughout the day. $75/month or $15/day. See more by visiting our website.
Click here for our newest video, showing you what to expect!
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Activities Center Yoga
Tuesdays weekly
If you are looking for a way to build strength, flexibility, and balance, come check out the Tuesday morning yoga classes available in our gym. Becca Schmidt offers Gentle Yoga from 8:30-9:45am and Chair Yoga from 10:00-11:00am. All classes are on a drop-in basis. The cost is $5 for Gentle Yoga and $3.50 for Chair Yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat and beach towel, and wear comfortable attire. No matter your age, you can find a class that suits your needs. If you have any questions, contact the church office to be connected with Becca!
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Quilters on the Key
1st & 3rd Thursdays, 9:30am-12:30pm
You're invited to join this group for a time of fellowship and quilting in the Activities Center. Quilts and other items are crafted and given to persons facing difficult situations as a gesture of comfort and thoughtfulness. Use your talents to spread the love of God as part of this important group of service and fellowship.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00pm
The Prayer Shawl Ministry exists to knit and crochet blankets and other items of comfort and encouragement. These items are given to newborn babies, those facing health issues, and more. Come and be a part of this group of fellowship and giving- all are welcome! It's a wonderful time of getting to know others while also making a difference for those who need to feel God's care.
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If you are confined to home and find yourself in need of a friendly listening ear, please give us a call. We want you to know that we are here for you, to listen or to help if you have a need. We want to stay in touch with you, please feel free to call us at the church number 850-492-2135 and ask to be connected with the visitation team.
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Concluding this week: Joshua Reading and Podcast Plan
Join us in our current podcast series on the book of Joshua! There's no better way to begin your day than in God's Word in union with your church family!
Coming Monday, February 17: 2 Peter and Jude
Coming in March (Lent): The Gospel of Matthew
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Spiritual Development Groups | |
Men's Bible Study
Mondays, 6:00am
Join our men at 6:00am each Monday morning in the Activities Center for "The Story" by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee. This book opens our eyes to the unfolding progression from Genesis to Revelation of the continuous story of God and His people.
Young Women's Bible Study
Tuesdays, 9:00am
Young Women's Bible study will resume on January 14 at 9:00am in the Activities Center. We will study the book "A Woman's Heart, God's Dwelling Place" by Beth Moore.Click here to purchase on Amazon. This study will truly make Easter season and the New Testament come alive. Childcare for nursery and elementary provided. Class format will be homework 5 days/week, as well as discussion and a video each Tuesday.
Women's Bible Study
Mondays, 9:00am
In this weekly Bible study, Max Lucado provides a wise and reassuring overview of what God's word has to say on the topic of end times—so that you can be prepared, not scared. Join us in the Banquet Room each Monday!
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Intercessory Prayer Group Meeting
Tuesdays at 8:30am
You are invited to join our intercessors in the Gathering Lobby for their weekly prayer meeting. If you have a prayer need that you would like to add to the prayer list, email it to prayer@perdidobay.church or you may use our App to submit your prayer request. Additionally, you may fill out a prayer request card at the Hospitality Desk.
Prayer lists are available to be picked up at the Hospitality Desk.
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Nursery, Elementary, & Youth Information | |
Nursery (8 weeks - Pre-K)
A nursery is available for all church services and many activities. Wee Worship takes place Sunday mornings during Worship Services. Preschool Sunday school is at 10:00am. Contact kate@perdidobay.church for more information!
Click HERE for their latest newsletter.
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Perdido Bay Kids! (Elementary: K - 5th Grade)
Perdido Bay Kids! is for children in Kindergarten through 5th Grades. Each Sunday morning is Children's Worship at both 9:00am and 11:00am. At 10:00am we have Sunday School. Wednesday Evenings resume soon! Email elementary@perdidobay.church to be placed on our email list so that you can stay up to date about upcoming activities.
Click HERE for their latest newsletter.
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The Wave Student Ministry (6th-12th Grades) | |
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All 6th-12th graders are invited to Sunday school each week at 10:10am in the Youth Room and Sunday Gym Jam is to follow, 11:00am-1:00pm, lunch provided. Wednesday Evenings resume soon! Multiple camps, events, and more throughout the year! Email youth@perdidobay.church for more information.
Click HERE for their latest newsletter.
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Text to Give
(844) 908-4938
If you’d like to take advantage of this convenient giving method, take a moment to text any dollar amount to the number listed above to get set up (for example, text 10 to the number 8449084938 to give $10). This will take you to a one-time setup link, following this you’ll be able to simply text only the dollar amount to use text to give. If you have questions, contact missie@perdidobay.church.
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Memorial Brick Pathway
Bricks are available for purchase in memory or honor of a loved one and will be continually added to our beautiful pathways between the Sanctuary and Education buildings. Each brick is 4x8" and costs $50. Visit Hospitality Desk to find out more. We look forward to adding more to this beautiful asset to our campus as a way to remember and honor those we love.
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February Birthdays and Anniversaries | |
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The mission of Perdido Bay Methodist Church
is to make disciples of Jesus Christ
for the transformation of the world.
Our vision is to be the heart of the community.
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