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Worship in the sanctuary and livestreamed on YouTube
at 9:45AM on Sundays
No Sunday School or coffee hour during the summer
Livestream Worship on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3k7Z3Eu
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Dear Friends,
Today is the final Wednesday in the month of May. The weather has turned warm and sunny the last couple of days and I appreciate having my windows open, hearing God’s creation outside in my yard and watching as my peonies bloomed this week.
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I have also been busy preparing church details, the parsonage for the Trustees to start projects in preparation for the Bonsky family, and for Annual Conference. This weekend Rebecca Lundy, the Fannings, and I will gather in Traverse City with representatives from every United Methodist Church in Michigan. I have included a link for more information about this year's Annual Conference and a way to watch live if you are interested. I would highly recommend any of the worship services or teaching opportunities.
I will work remotely the beginning of next week as the parsonage work continues. On June 6th I will be in Chicago for my goddaughter’s wedding. I will be in the office on the 9th and look forward to seeing you in worship on June 14th.
Everyone asks, “How are you doing?” If I am honest, in any day, I feel myself feeling all the feels: focused on critical situations with people or at the church in South Lyon; being pulled into ministry plans for the fall at Waterford; overwhelmed at times with the packing; and really proud of all the packing I have completed. I can be so sad about leaving here in one moment and joyful about the next chapter later in the same day. Again, I am feeling all the feels. Grief is like that, holding lots of truths at the same time, but no matter what I am feeling, I am confident that I am not alone and the the Holy Spirit is giving me strength and comfort for each moment in this journey. Love you all, Rev. Mary
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PARSONAGE VOLUNTEER SIGN UP
Help us prepare the parsonage for its next family! We want to update the main bathroom and paint the interior before Pastor Nick, Leslie and Elijah arrive. If you are able to donate a few hours of time to help us, please sign up for the days you are available. Even an hour of your time will make a difference. Thanks in advance for your support!
We have two windows of time to do this work. The first window of opportunity is Wednesday, May 27th through Sunday, June 7th. During this time, we will be working on the main bathroom and painting as much of the house as possible - including the two guest bedrooms, the dining room, the kitchen and the half-bath.
If you are willing to help with this effort – mainly prepping and painting walls and ceilings – please use the link to the sign up at the top of this message to add your name to the schedule and let us know the times you are available. If you are willing to help with the bathroom, which will include replacing a fan, the lights, the countertop and faucet, in addition to the painting, please indicate that in the comments.
Looking ahead, the second window of work will be June 23rd through June 28th, after Rev. Mary has moved. We will be setting the schedule for that week based on the work that is completed during this first block of time.
This effort really is going to take a village, so we really appreciate any support you can offer!
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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 by June 1st.
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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. Please submit photos by June 12th.
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.
If you would like to help make this event a special send off for Rev. Mary, please sign up below for one of the designated time slots and/or donations. Thank you in advance for your support! Many hands make light work AND a very fun successful event!
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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 or use the QR Code below.
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TINY HOME LANDSCAPING DAY
On Saturday, June 6th @ 9:30am, we need volunteers to help landscape the tiny home and the home next door in Detroit. Projects will include planting bushes, raking and spreading grass seed.
No experience is necessary — just come ready to help outdoors! Please wear comfortable work clothes and closed-toe shoes.
Feel free to bring gardening or yard tools such as rakes, shovels, gloves, or wheelbarrows.
Thank you for helping us put the finishing touches on the home!
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ON-BOARDING ACTIVITY
Church Family, You are invited to join in the On-Boarding activity for our new pastor, Nick Bonsky on June 16th 5:30-8:30pm in Fellowship hall.
On-Boarding provides us a great opportunity for us to learn more about our new pastor and to advise him about our church. During this time together, we will be able to share our possibilities and dreams, as well as our concerns for our church and community. As we navigate this transition in pastoral leadership, this process will allow us to constructively discuss our hopes and concerns as we welcome Pastor Nick. These conversations will set us on the right path for fruitful ministry together.
We will be led through a process by an experienced On-Boarding facilitator, Rick Blunt, who has been certified to lead these meetings for the United Methodist Church. While the questions are being asked by the facilitator, Pastor Nick will not be present, so the data will be anonymous. Nick will then join us and address our advice and questions and be in dialogue with us so there is understanding.
I hope that you will be able to join in this On-Boarding experience. We will serve a light dinner at the start of the evening, so please arrive by 5:30 in order to fix your plate and be ready to start the discussion at 5:45. We will end by 8:30. Please RSVP HERE or on the sign up sheet on the kiosk by Sunday, June 14th.
Come prepared to be honest about what’s on your heart as we live into the mission of the United Methodist Church to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Sincerely, Rebecca Lundy
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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.
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SOUTH LYON COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
Versiti has asked us to host a special blood drive on Monday, June 8
to help offset traditional summer
deficits that affect blood supply. Those who donated whole blood at the April drive are eligible to donate in June as well as in August.
South Lyon First United Methodist Church
640 S. Lafayette
South Lyon, Ml 48178
APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED
-Call 866-642-5663
-Visit versiti.org/mi
-Or scan the QR code below
*Walk-ins welcome, as schedule allows!
One blood donation can save up to 3 lives! Every donation creates a ripple of hope. Make a lifesaving difference today- Please schedule your appointment using the QR Code.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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