creates spaces where people can have authentic encounters with Christ, discover their Spiritual gifts. and use them for God’s glory
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Service Opportunity!
Saturday, June 14, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Westside Missionary Baptist Church
4675 Page Boulevard, St. Louis, 63113
The newly formed Spirit of St. Louis Task force is asking for volunteers to help canvas neighborhoods impacted by the May 16th tornado with information about where to receive supplies, services, and support. If you would like to serve in this way, you can just show up at Westside Missionary Baptist Church at 9:00 am this Saturday, or sign up at https://www.stlvolunteer.org/.../the-spirit-of-st-louis
This Sunday is Peace with Justice Sunday
WHAT IS PEACE WITH JUSTICE SUNDAY?
The United Methodist Church uses this day to speak out for peace and justice. Our Social Principles call us to love our enemies, seek justice, and serve as peacemakers in resolving conflict. We renew our commitment that to live into our mission of transforming the world, we must prioritize collaboration among nations, work to reduce the use and need for weapons, and foster just, equitable and durable solutions to the root causes of conflict.
Peace with Justice Sunday is one of the six Special Sundays that are celebrated every year in the United Methodist Church
At the end of every Annual Conference appointments are set as to what pastors will be going to what churches. We are excited to announce that Pastor Andy Bryan has been appointed to Maplewood United Methodist Church for another year of exciting ministry!!!!
Note from Pastor Andy
Beginning Sunday, June 15th, Maplewood UMC will spend four weeks with the prophet Amos. The series is titled, “Let Justice Roll!” - a nod to one of the most familiar lines in the book, “But let justice roll down like water and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.” (Amos 5:24)
The cry for justice is an ancient one. Amos is just one of a long, historic line of prophets called to shine light on systemic oppression and warn of dire consequences.
The wealthy, it seems, have always needed to be reminded of how their actions “trample the head of the poor into the dust of the earth” (Amos 2:7).
The powerful, it seems, have always needed to be shown how their decisions “oppress the poor” and “crush the needy (Amos 4:1).
The privileged, it seems, have always needed someone to point out how their privileged positions “push the afflicted out of the way” (Amos 2:7).
As you can tell even from these short quotations, Amos does not hold back. We are in for four weeks of some pretty intense prophetic witness, so hang on to your hats everyone! There is hope, always. Of course there is. And we will get there, I promise. Amos ends his prophecy with words of hope, but we have ways to go before we get there.
So let’s go on this journey together, and spend some time with Amos. I encourage you to read the book of Amos this week in preparation for the series. It isn’t very long. In addition, I commend the Bible Project video about the book of Amos to you. It provides a very good summary of the book’s context and contents. You can view that video HERE.
“Let Justice Roll!” begins this Sunday, and I can’t wait to roll down the river with you!
Pastor Andy
Join Pastor Andy every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. for the "Thought for Thursday" on the church's Facebook page. If you can't join live you can always pick it up later.
Here are detailed instructions to assist volunteers in signing up for available slots. It is based on the Read Aloud sign up calendar, but will be a similar process for Mealtime Helper slots.
Snacks needed for
Freedom School
Granola bars
Animal crackers
Goldfish
Cheez-its
Trail mix
String cheese
Peanut butter crackers
Fruit snacks
Gogurt
Popcorn
Pretzels
Gogo Squeez fruit pouches
Assorted chips
Rice krispy treats
Gift cards to Schnucks / Aldi to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables
Snacks can be dropped off in the basket in the Narthex (room behind the Sanctuary
Interested in helping with Freedom School's Aftercare program?
Because of the above-and-beyond generosity of Maplewood United Methodist Church, Rev. Andy Bryan and Lay Leader Colette Cummings were able to present Rev. Dr. Antonio Settles and lay members of Union Memorial UMC a gift to use for tornado recovery. We celebrate and honor our United Methodist connection!
Because of the above-and-beyond generosity of Maplewood United Methodist Church Maplewood United Methodist Church, Rev. Andy Bryan and Lay Leader Colette Cummings were able to present Rev. Bridget Cashman and the lay member of Adrian UMC a gift to use for fire recovery. We celebrate and honor our United Methodist connection!
Maplewood UMC's own Colette Cummings spoke from the stage about the proposed constitutional amendments at Annual Conference this year. #moac25
Maplewood UMC's own Kyle Kranes-Rutz being recognized at Annual Conference for completing Licensing School.
Congratulations Kyle!
Bits and Pieces
Youth swim party last week - We had a good day with 8 youth enjoying the pool and some grilling.
Directory Update: The final touches are being put together for the updated church directory. For those who are going to give us their picture either send it into the church office or email the picture to Brittany at ( office@maplewoodumc.org ). If you want to have your picture taken at church, contact Jerry Blackwell. (314-602-2377)Your copy should address 3 key questions: Who am I writing for (audience)? Why should they care (benefit)? What do I want them to do (call-to-action)?
Meal Movers
Needed meals for members and friends of Maplewood UMC! If you would like to help by picking up meals from the Community freezer for delivery we welcome you!
Please contact Lis at (314)497-9186 orewallsmith@aol.com to learn more about cooking or moving meals!
GriefShare continues on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. for further information contact Steve Wall-Smith (stephenwallsmith@gmail.com)
...Our sympathy is extended to Spencer Wilson in the passing of his grandfather, Leslie Martin Moss, who passed on May 23rd, two months following the loss of his wife, Sandra Jo Tenenbaum on March 19th. We remember Spencer’s care and devotion to both grandparents and pray for his comfort and peace
... Nancy Clark for strengthening and for best hospital discharge decision for her and Wayne.
...Jamie Moore, for strengthening and healing and also for niece whose husband died suddenly.
... Michelle Norris for health issues
...Karen Raborn, as she prepares for hip surgery later this month, and for loving care post-op.
...Kathy Schmid gratitude for sister-in law Marsha’s strengthening and for her caring Barnes team.
... Linda Vawter: Comfort and healing for niece Rhonda. Continued healing for brother - in - law, Jerry also for Allen
...Sharon and Bill Housewright: Healing and strength for Paul and Jan Nolting, Pat and Butch Reid.
... Peg Chulick: Continued healing for nephew Randy following lung transplant,healing for relatives Tim and Jane, ease and comfort for Jer.
...Continuing prayers for Mike Reynolds, Skip and Donna’s son, for continuing healing and comfort during cancer treatment.
...Skip Reynolds Skip continues maintaining in hospice care at Laclede Groves Lutheran Senior Services.
If you have prayer concerns you wish to share with the congregation, let Kathy Schmid know: kschmid2005@sbcglobal.net
Special Summer Music
If you would like to help provide some special music during worship while the choir is on summer break contact Amy Cordeal (amychordeal@gmail.com)
MUMC Kids
Last Sunday Pickett Lema led Children's Sunday School with stories and crafts in nature.
DEADLINE for the church newsletter is MIDNIGHT EVERY TUESDAY: send articles via email only to jbrx10@yahoo.com.
The Sunday morning worship bulletin will be sent via email at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday
