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March 24, 2025
Weekly Prayer Focus: Newcomers of Perdido Bay Methodist Church
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Church Membership Class
Sundays March 23 and 30, 10:10am
If you’d like to learn more about the mission and ministry of Perdido Bay Methodist Church, join us for a 2-week membership class led by Pastor Scott in the Activities Center! If you missed the first one, it's not too late to join!
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Community Bed Build Rescheduled!
Sunday, March 30, 11:00am-2:00pm
Due to rain, the bed build was rescheduled. If you already signed-up and still plan to come on the new date (March 30), you do not need to sign up again! However, if you signed up and are no longer able to come, please find the confirmation email you received from Sleep in Heavenly Peace and scroll to the bottom to remove your RSVP. Additionally, if you did not sign up yet, the link will remain open for new participants!
In hopes of involving more members of our community, we are hosting the bed build at Warrior Beer Company on Sorrento Rd. (outside of business hours). We will build 40 beds to be given to children in our community who do not have a bed. To date, our church has provided 200 beds for children in our community!
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Are you getting our Text Updates?
If you would like to receive timely updates regarding church happenings, click the link below to sign-up. Updates will continue to be sent out via email as well, but this is an addional way to stay in touch!
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Easter Flowers: Order Now thru April 13
This Easter we will continue the tradition of decorating the Sanctuary with beautiful spring flowers. If you’d like to order one ($20) in memory or in honor of a loved one, visit the Hospitality Desk to fill out a form. You'll then be free to take one home following Easter services.
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Blue Wahoos Game: Save the Date!
On Friday, April 25, we will have our first Family Fun Night of the season at the Blue Wahoos Game. Tickets ($15) will go on sale on Sunday, April 6. More info to come!
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Next Adventure Party
Sunday, April 27, 4:00-6:00pm
All families from Nursery, Preschool, Elementary, and Youth are invited to our annual going away party for those who are moving this summer. Come ready to bounce and eat delicious food in the gym!
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Summer Camps are Coming!
We will continue the well-loved Camp Baldwin tradition this summer! 3rd through 5th graders will have the opportunity to attend June 2-5 and registration will begin on April 3. Middle School and High School camp will take place June 23-27 and registration is now open! You can find out more through the elementary and youth newsletters. If you’re not on the mailing list, be sure to contact Ryan (youth@perdidobay.church) or Rachel (elementary@perdidobay.church) to sign-up.
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Spring/Summer Save the Dates:
- Bed Build: March 30, 11:00am-2:00pm
- Palm Sunday: April 13, 9:00am/11:00am
- Maundy Thursday: April 17, 6:00pm
- Good Friday: April 18, 6:00pm
- Easter: April 20, 9:00am/11:00am
- Wahoos Game: April 25, 6:00pm
- Next Adventure Party: April 27, 4:00-6:00pm
- Preschool Graduation: May 14, 6:00pm
- Elementary Camp Baldwin: June 2-5
- Transformance Sports Camp: June 16-19
- Family Bingo Night: June 18, 6:00pm
- Youth Camp: June 23-27
- Baptisms at the Beach: July 9, 5:00-7:00pm
- Worship Arts Camp: July 14-18, 9:00am-2:00pm
- Back to School Bash: August 2, 10:00am-Noon
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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.
| | 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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Matthew Podcast and Reading Plan
Join us as we read through the book of Matthew during the Lenten season. Each day, one of our pastors/staff will lead us in a podcast devotion following along with the daily reading plan. Find out more on our app or at www.perdidobay.church/podcast
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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.
Women's Bible Study
Mondays, 9:00am
In this weekly Bible study, we are studying the book "Deborah" Sandra T. Richter. The Book of Judges narrates one of the most chaotic and morally dark eras of Israel's story. Into this morally-ambiguous time comes one of the most unlikely leaders of the biblical text—the prophet Deborah. Also a wife, mother, priest, and judge, Deborah responds to her call and transforms chaos into order by leading Israel in one of the most pivotal victories of her time.
Young Women's Bible Study
Tuesdays, 9:00am
Young Women's Bible study meets at 9:00am in the Activities Center, studying 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.
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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.
| | 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. 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.
| | The Wave Student Ministry (6th-12th Grades) | | |
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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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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