MAY 13

VISIT: southlyonfirstumc.org

for more information

Worship in the sanctuary at 8:30 & 11AM

Sunday School Hour for all ages at 9:45AM

Livestream Worship at 11AM on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3k7Z3Eu

SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE BEGINS ON MAY 24th

Worship in the sanctuary and livestreamed on YouTube

at 9:45AM on Sundays

No Sunday School during the summer

Dear Friends, 

As the summer season approaches, (I know it is freezing outside today), our worship schedule at South Lyon First United Methodist Church will shift from two services to one combined worship service each Sunday beginning May 24 through September 6. During these months, I want to invite everyone to gather together for worship at 9:45 a.m.

Summer often brings vacations, family gatherings, lake days, and changing routines, but I hope worship will continue to be an important part of your week. There is something beautiful about coming together as one church family — praying, singing, encouraging one another, and remembering God’s faithful presence in every season of life.

This summer will also be a meaningful season of transition for our congregation as we say goodbye and then you prepare to welcome Pastor Nick into the life of your church. Transitions can bring both gratitude and uncertainty, joy and sadness, but they also remind us that God continues to guide the church forward with hope and grace. I encourage you to stay connected, worship often, and be part of this important chapter in the life of your church family.

Please note that during the summer schedule there will be no Sunday School or Coffee Hour. However, you are warmly invited to bring your favorite mug or drink with you each week — coffee, tea, water, soda, or whatever helps you feel at home as you gather together for worship and fellowship.

Scripture reminds us of the gift and importance of gathering together in worship: “Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another…” — Hebrews 10:24–25

I give thanks knowing that together you will be worshiping throughout the summer months as one church family — celebrating where God has been with you, honoring the season of transition that God is in, and trusting God for all that is ahead.

Love and Peace in Christ, Rev. Mary

P.S. If you are interested in becoming a new member or having a Baptism, please reach out to me.

GOLF OUTING JUN 14

Register today for our 8th Annual Golf Outing at Riverbank Golf Course on June 14th to benefit the South Lyon First United Methodist Church's adult mission trip to God's Country. Use the QR code or the form located on the kiosk to register.

REV. MARY'S FAREWELL OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATION

Please upload photos! Rev. Mary's last Sunday at South Lyon First UMC is June 21st. We will send her off with a farewell open house celebration on June 20th from 3-5PM in the Fellowship Hall. We need your help!

Please use the QR code or this link to upload your favorite photos with Rev. Mary.

Also, many of you have asked about contributing to a gift for Rev. Mary. If you wish to contribute to a surprise gift for use in her future ministries, please mail a check to SLFUMC at 640 S. Lafayette St., South Lyon, MI 48178 by June 3rd

(or pay using the link on the church website).

Please clearly indicate that you wish for the contribution to be used toward a gift for Rev. Mary.

SOUTH LYON PRIDE IN THE PARK JUL 11

Our church is proud to be a Gold Sponsor for South Lyon Pride in the Park! Please mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, July 11 from 12-4pm at McHattie Park. We need lots of volunteers to help us host a table and welcome our community to create a prayer ribbon, enjoy a popsicle, and learn about the many ways to get involved with our church. To volunteer, please contact Pam Ortner.

FROM THE STAFF-PARISH RELATIONS TEAM

We currently have job openings for the positions listed below. If you or someone you know is interested in obtaining further information, please use the SPRT email: staffparish@southlyonfirstumc.org.  We appreciate your assistance in helping spread awareness of these wonderful opportunities to be a part of our church staff!

MUSIC MINISTRIES LEADER (part-time, 15 hrs/week)

Position responsibilities include coordinating and preparing worship music for services and events, being the principal worship leader and accompanist, leading, coordinating, and recruiting volunteer musicians, working in partnership with the Band Leader, and communicating regularly with church staff.

YOUTH COORDINATOR (part-time, 8-10 hrs/week)

Position responsibilities include cultivating faith formation of the congregation's youth, collaboratively working to develop a Youth Group Plan, recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteers, and attending Youth Ministries events and other church events and meetings as requested.

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. 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 10am-3pm
• Wed 10am-3pm
• Tues, Thurs, & 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 door #4 at the church and on the kiosk.