March 16, 2021
Kairos Vol. 6, Issue #5
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We Are A Thriving United Methodist Church |
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Friends,
A number of you have already made your reservation for our 8:30 am worship service on March 21. Thank you!
The March 14 service has been edited and uploaded to YouTube where you can watch it at your convenience. We are sorry we cannot live stream the worship service each week due to copyright laws regarding music. We plan to record the service each Sunday. It will be edited and uploaded to YouTube on Monday. Thank you for your understanding and working with us as we do the best we can, with the limitations we must follow.
We plan to have two worship services at 8:30 and 10:30 am on March 28 which is Palm Sunday. You will need to call in your reservation for the service you plan to attend. Face masks, temperature checks, and social distancing will still be the protocol.
Maundy Thursday we will offer drive-by communion in our parking lot. Participants will receive a small container with a wafer and juice plus a card with information and scripture for your reflection. Time and details will be shared early next week.
Easter Sunday, we plan a minimum of 2 services but with things changing as they are we cannot yet give you details but will let you know as soon as possible. You will receive a letter regarding our special offering along with information regarding our services. Watch for more information.
I continue to hold you in my thoughts and prayers as I give thanks to God for the privilege of being your senior pastor and working with a wonderful, cooperative staff.
To God be the glory,
Marvin
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Sweet Life will start a video study on Thursday, April 8, 12:00 pm via Zoom by Adam Hamilton called "Christianity and World Religions."
This study will explore the four major religions - Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism - and compares the beliefs of each with those of Christianity. It examines these world religions, the belief of their followers, and how we should view their beliefs urging us to build bridges with others.
Contact the Church office to enroll! The study book ($13) is available now, stop by and pick one up Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
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FINANCIALS UPDATE - FEBRUARY 2021 |
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One year ago our world faced an event that would shake us to our core, but with the faith, generosity, and love from the members of this church, we have worked steadily to maintain and thrive. We have $132,047.74 in our General Cash Fund for operating!
We are also in a wonderful position with our loan – a remaining balance of $148,112.36! This is awesome!
Thank you so much for all your continued support and I look forward to seeing you as we re-open our doors and send our praises soaring to the heavens!
Kindness and Blessings,
Candy Jones, Finance Chairwoman
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Stop by the SLUMC Library and pick up a book to enjoy during this holy season of Lent.
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Applying the Bible by Jack Kuhatschek
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End The Struggle and Dance With Life: How to Build Yourself Up When the World Gets You Down by Susan Jeffers, Ph.D.
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First Easter: The True and Unfamiliar Story by Paul L. Maier
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The Family of Jesus by Karen Kingsbury
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The Frog In The Kettle: What Christians Need To Know About Life In The 21st Century by George Barna
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Happiness According To Jesus: What It Means To Be Blessed by Bobby Schuller
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Let's Roll!: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage by Lisa Beamer with Ken Abraham
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Standing For Something: 10 Neglected Virtues That Will Heal Our Hearts And Homes by Gordon B. Hinkley
Also available are Suduko, Crosswords, and Word Search books available in the Conference Room.
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...to Sue Torris, family, and friends on the death of her husband, Don Torris, on Tuesday, March 9. The memorial service information is pending.
...to Gloria Kelinson, family, and friends on the death of Roger Allen who died on Tuesday, March 9. A memorial service will be held at the National Memorial Cemetary, 23029 N. Cave Creek Rd. on Thursday, March 18, at 9:30 am.
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9248 East Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
Phone: 480-895-8766
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