Weekly Newsletter | April 11th

You're invited to experience an Easter Cantata at HMUMC!

EASTER CANTATA: April 16



In a beautiful choral extension of our current “I Am” Sermon Series, The Easter Choir and Orchestra is delighted to share “In His Own Words” by Dan and Heidi Goeller on Sunday, April 16, 2023. This allows us to continue our celebration of what Jesus said and taught through worship on the Sunday following Easter. “In His Own Words” is an exciting offering by Dan Goeller, who literally only included Jesus’ words throughout the cantata, including all the texts shared by the narrator. The Easter Cantata is presented during our 9:15 and 11 o’clock services in the HMUMC Worship Center. The cantata is a compelling retelling of many of the “I Am” statements of Jesus, as well as other major teachings by the Master. So, make plans today to come experience “In His Own Words” for yourself, and invite a neighbor, co-worker, family member or friend to join you.

GATHERING TIMES FOR APRIL 16

• Join us for the Easter Cantata at the 9:15AM and 11AM services!
• There will be no 8AM service.

COMING UP AT HMUMC

• April 17th: Men's Meeting at 7pm
• April 30th: Starting Point at 4pm

Day Trip to the Biblical History Center

May 5 | 8am - 5pm

Join us for a day trip to the Biblical History Center in LaGrange! We will go on an "I Am" sayings of Jesus tour. Sign up here!

Annual BBQ & Bake Sale

Mark your calendar!

Our annual Men's BBQ and Women's Ministry Bake Sale is Saturday, May 6th from 9:30 pm - 2:00 pm.

Preorder BBQ here.

GROW in your relationship with God and others

GROW GROUPS

COMMON GROUND

with Pastor Wendy

Wednesday Nights | 6:30pm

Loving Others Despite our Differences

We are living in a world that is marked and defined by what divides and separates us. But God invites us to live in peace and to love one another, even with those whom we disagree. 

You are invited to join us for a four-week Bible study, starting April 12, and conversation that focuses on living in peace even when, especially when we disagree! We will explore four stories of siblings in the Bible who teach us how to live in peace and love one another, despite our differences. 

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

Join us on Wednesday Nights for Supper at 5:30PM, followed by groups for all ages!

Wednesday Night Adult Grow Groups

• Common Ground with Pastor Wendy
• Encountering the Word with Pastor Jason
• Grief Share 

SUPPER MENU COMING UP

• April 12: Ham, Sweet Potato Casserole, and Baby Lima Beans.
• April 19: Meatloaf, Hash brown Potato Casserole, and Carrots.

KIDS MINISTRY

Our Kids Ministry is dedicated to partnering with parents to equip kids to lead Christ-centered lives.

• Sunday Mornings | Nursery - 5th grade | 9:15AM & 11AM
• Wednesday Nights | Supper at 5:30PM | Groups 6:30PM-7:45PM
• For kids aged K-5th grade. Music, games, and Bible study!
• Optional Kids Choir for 3yrs - 5th grade from 6:30-7:15PM

Mark your calendar for this year's VBS!

JUNE 5th - 9th!

Registration is open now!! Visit hmumc.org/vbs to register!

VBS is FREE for all participants, but that is only made possible by the generosity of our congregation. If you would like to give towards VBS this year, please visit hmumc.org/give and select "VBS" for your donation!

STUDENT MINISTRY

The Student Ministry exists to encourage, equip, and empower students to grow as disciples who lead others to Jesus Christ.

• Sunday Mornings | 6th - 12th grade | 11AM
• In the student center
• Wednesday Nights | Supper at 5:30PM | Groups 6:30PM
• For students to experience authentic worship, encounter Scripture, and engage in small groups split by grade & gender for deeper discussion.

Graduation Sunday

Sunday, May 21 at 9:15 am & 11:00 am

We love celebrating our Graduates! If you have a student graduating from High School or College during the 2022-2023 school year, we'd love to celebrate them on May 21st! Register online and send a current photo to [email protected] by May 10th! We'll be recognizing students at the 9:15 and 11:00am worship, so please pick a service and plan to join us for the celebration!

PRESCHOOL

• The Hamilton Mill UMC Preschool is looking to hire lead teachers to start in the fall! If you are interested in applying, please email our Preschool Director, Jennifer Markham at [email protected]
• To learn more about our preschool, visit hmumc.org/preschool

GO and serve, making disciples at HMUMC and in our community.

• Serve at HMUMC: Hospitality Team, Worship & Tech Team, Kids Ministry, Student Ministry, Kitchen Angels and so much more!
• Serve with the Pantry: The Pantry is open every Saturday morning and feeds an average of 600 families each week, all with the help of generous givers and volunteers. Serving opportunities are available all week long!

Calling all creatives!

We're looking to expand our photography team! If you or someone you know might be interested in joining this team and serving in this way, please contact our Director of Communications, Samm, at [email protected]

In case you're wondering: You may have noticed that our church sign is getting a facelift! Our hope is that it will be completed soon. This work is made possible because of designated funds given specifically for building upgrades, like this. Thank you for your continued support of our church. Stay tuned for the newly revised sign!

For Where Your Treasure Is, There Your Heart Will Be Also - Matthew 6:19-21

WAYS TO GIVE

• text HMUMC to 73256 and follow the prompts
• download the HMUMC app from the Android or Apple App store on your phone
• mail your offering to: HMUMC Finance Office at 1450 Pine Rd, Dacula GA 30019
• the easiest way to give a one-time or recurring gift is online!

It's not too late to submit your giving pledge for 2023! To do so, please click here.