JUN 18

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Worship in the sanctuary at 9:45 AM

Sunday School Hour for all ages will resume in September

Livestream Worship at 9:45 AM on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3k7Z3Eu

The scripture focus for this week will be John 15:1-8.

Dear Church Family, We kindly ask everyone to make a renewed effort to ensure the church building is secure before leaving. Please take a moment to check that all doors are properly locked and that no one else remains inside. Also, be sure that all faucets and toilets are turned off and that all lights are switched off. These simple, but important, steps help protect our property, reduce unnecessary utility costs, and—most importantly—help keep everyone safe. Thank you for your continued care and attention.  

CELEBRATING OUR '25-'26 KOH SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS!

We are thrilled to announce that, due to the extraordinary generosity of Kwang and Kook-Wha Koh, South Lyon First United Methodist Church has awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships for the 2025–2026 school year to six exceptional students pursuing degrees in science and related fields. Their commitment to education and the future of young scholars continues to be a powerful example of love in action.

This year’s recipients of the Kwang and Kook-Wha Koh Science Scholarships are:

Jack Harvey – After completing a year at Oakland Community College, Jack is transferring to East Tennessee State University to study Geography and Geographic Information Systems.

Morgan Lecrone – Morgan is a senior at Rochester Institute of Technology in New York and is one semester away from graduating with a degree in Film and Animation with a concentration in 3D Animation.

Ella Penndorf – Ella enters her third year at Trine University, majoring in Forensic Science, Biology, and Chemistry, with a goal of working for the government as a forensic scientist.

Ada Ray – A student at the University of Michigan, Ada is on a pre-med biology track and aspires to become an obstetrician-gynecologist specializing in fetal-maternal medicine.

Isabella (Bella) Ries – Bella is studying math and science at Saint Petersburg College in Florida, aiming for a career in marine biology and conservation research.

Owen Simot – A recent graduate of South Lyon High School, Owen will begin studying Computer Science this fall at Kettering University in Flint.

Please join us in celebrating these students and offering prayers for their continued growth and success. We are deeply grateful to the Koh family for their legacy of support and for inspiring future generations through faith, science, and generosity.

If you are interested in endowing a scholarship or supporting a ministry project at the church, please speak with any member of the church staff to learn more.

EVERYONE IS INVITED!

On Wednesday, June 25th, Church Council will be hosting a Town Hall Meeting to discuss next steps relative to our Core Values:

Embracing everyone wherever they are in their life journey

Connecting hearts across generations

Growing our faith in joyful ways

Loving in action through service and advocacy

We'll be exploring the following questions and want to hear from church members across the theological and social spectrum: 

1. What does it mean to you to be a Christ-centered, inclusive community?
2. What would it look like for our church to become more publicly welcoming to LGBTQ+ people?
3. What are your concerns about our church becoming more publicly welcoming to LGBTQ+ people?

We hope that you will join us for open, respectful small group discussions at 7pm on Wednesday, June 25th, facilitated by Gary Step.

CAPERNAUM HEALTH CLINIC

Dental Cleanings will be available Monday, July 7, through Wednesday, July 9, 2025. The Dental Clinic will be held at Active Faith which is located at 553 South Lafayette, South Lyon, MI 48178. For questions or to make an appointment, please call (947) 229-0903. 

JUNE MISSION OF THE MONTH - FEEDING HUNGRY CHILDREN

During the summer months, we host and coordinate the Summer Lunch Program with the help of other churches, businesses, and organizations. We provide lunch to food insecure students and their families twice a week. This year we will also be providing weekend meal bags to families, so we are collecting individual macaroni & cheese and peanut butter cups in the parlor. Please prayerfully consider donating to this mission of the month to support the Summer Lunch Program.

Also, please consider helping to spread love and care by decorating lunch bags. There are lunch bags available in a basket in the church parlor.

After decorating, please return them to the same basket.

JOIN US IN SHARING LOVE AND WELCOME AT SOUTH LYON PRIDE IN THE PARK

For the second year in a row, our Church Council at South Lyon First United Methodist Church has voted to proudly sponsor South Lyon Pride in the Park, happening Saturday, July 12, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM at McHattie Park.

We’re looking for volunteers to help host our church’s booth during the event. It’s a joyful and meaningful opportunity to represent our church and show our neighbors that all are truly welcome in God’s love. If you're unavailable that day, you can still participate by donating Icee pops, which are always a big hit and help spread a little extra kindness.

If you’d like to help at the booth, donate Icee pops, or have any questions, please contact David and Kim Ascher.

Our participation reflects the heart of our faith and the commitment of The United Methodist Church to “love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously” (UMC Vision Statement). As Galatians 3:28 reminds us:

“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

Let’s come together to share God’s love in action with our community.

WE ARE HIRING

Join our team in a part-time position that offers a great opportunity for someone looking

to work 6-10 hours per week. Are you detail-oriented, trustworthy, a clear

communicator, and interested in a vital support role that ensures accurate accounts

receivable records?

We are looking for an Administrator for Generosity to manage contributions and

donations and maintain records of giving. Additional key responsibilities include

maintaining giving records in our church database, preparing reports, and assisting the

church office staff. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint (or similar tools) is expected.

To apply, send your resume to staffparishslfumc@att.net

Giving Options

·       Use WebGive at our website by clicking here or by using the our QR code :            

·       Use our giving app on your phone, VancoMobile

·       Dropoff a check in our drop -box at door #4 at the church

·       Mail a check to SLFUMC, 640 S. Lafayette, South Lyon, MI 48178

·       Explore other options on the Giving page of our website by clicking here here

Please be aware that we will never ask for your financial, account, or payment information by email. If there is a question, you will be contacted by phone or in person by a staff member.

Staff members will never ask for gift cards or financial help by email.

BUILDING USE REQUEST

Yes! The church has space available for your group or event! Spaces fill up quickly and there is an approval process, so please allow as much time as possible between your request and the date of your meeting or event to ensure that we can

accommodate your needs.

Office Hours

• Mon, Tues, Thurs 10am - 1pm
• Wed 10am - 3pm
• Fri closed

Check out our website or our live calendar

for more information about our church or any of these programs!

Do you prefer a printed copy of our Midweek Messenger? Hard copies are available in the tote outside the main doors to the church and on the kiosk.