Thursday, March 23, 2023

Last Chance, new directory will be printed next week

We are in the final stages of putting together the new church directory. To be sure your information is in the directory, turn in the info sheet right away.

Children to Practice singing and a special song for Easter

On April 2nd, Palm Sunday, check in with Brittany, then gather on

the couches at the back of the church to practice with Amy at 9:50.

Afterwards, the children will go to the Sunday School room to hear a

storytelling of the Palm Sunday scripture with the middle/high school

assisting adult leaders with the act/out, activities and snack.

Easter Egg HELP Needed!

Need small size Easter candy to fill Easter Eggs for the church Easter Egg Hunt.

Need Folks to fill Easter Eggs

Place candy in basket under the easel at back of sanctuary.

Freedom School is coming!

June 20 – July 28, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Registration is open for children who have completed Kindergarten through Grade 5. More information and registration forms are available here: Freedom School 2023

Children's time during worship last Sunday.

Dear Friends,

During this season of Lent as we are “Lookin’ for Love” through the stories of Jesus found in scripture, I want to invite you to take part in remembering part of Jesus’ story during the Maundy Thursday dinner service on April 6 at 6:30 p.m.

This year rather than gathering in the sanctuary for worship we will gather around tables in Fellowship Hall, to share a meal, listen to music, and hear the story of Jesus’ last meal with his disciples before his arrest.

At the end of our mealtime each person will be invited to take a minute to tell a story of when they felt a love they will never forget to the people at their table. Then together we will celebrate “a toast to love.” After supper we will hear the story of Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion and light candles to symbolize our decision to choose love, just as Jesus did as he died on the cross.

I hope you will be part of the Holy Week dinner service and the worship services on the last two Sundays of Lent. This coming Sunday, the fifth Sunday in Lent will be a day of celebration! As we share the story of Lazarus in Johns’ gospel, will have a preview of the Easter story and God’s power that is stronger than death.

God’s grace and peace be with you,

Pastor Kim

p.s. Just a few more details about the Maundy Thursday Dinner Service, “A Feast of Love.”

--RSVP’s for this meal are requested so that we can prepare adequately. If you know now that you intend to be part of this service, respond here: Maundy Thursday Dinner Service or RSVP on the website or app, or by calling the church office (314-781-5902). There is no cost for the meal.

--While RSVP’s are requested and encouraged, we will allow plenty of room for last minute guests.

--Childcare will be available, if desired, after children have finished eating their dinner.

--If you are unable to take part in the Maundy Thursday dinner service at the church, please email maplewoodumc@maplewoodumc.org to receive an outline for the service that can be shared with family and friends at your dinner table.

What is Freedom School Aftercare?

Maplewood United Methodist Church will be hosting Freedom School aftercare this summer from June 20 through July 28. Our aftercare will be a safe, nurturing, fun, empowering, intergenerational community environment for Freedom School scholars and their families which will feed the mind, body, heart and spirit of all! The aftercare program will run from 3 to 6p.m. on the days of Freedom School.

Please prayerfully consider supporting this dream through your prayer and volunteering. Look for the Volunteer Sign Up this Sunday at church. Sign up sheet is on the easel in the Narthex behind the sanctuary

NEW THIS WEEK: Items printed in Green

**Thursday, March 23

9:00 a.m. Second Time Around Shop

1:00 p.m. Caring Group

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3745711178?pwd=dktsaWkwNlNhVjRmOHpjTFNqR1dqQT09

Meeting ID: 374 571 1178

Passcode: 674257

7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

** Saturday, March 25

10:30 a.m. - Women's AA Meeting

**Sunday, March 26

9:00 a.m. Prayer with Pastor Kim

9:45 a.m - .ADULT DISCUSSION GROUP

9:45 a.m. Children's Sunday School

11:00 a.m - Worship - In-Person and on Facebook - Link: facebook.com/mumcstl

6:30 p.m. Ad Council

**Tuesday, March 28

1 p.m. Prayer time via Zoom.

Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3745711178pwd=dktsaWkwNlNhVjRmOHpjTFNqR1dqQT09 Meeting ID: 374 571 1178

Passcode: 674257

3:30-4:30 p.m. - Boy Scout Meeting

7:00 p.m. Lenten Book Study -Embracing the Uncertain: 40 Devotions for Unsteady Times

**Wednesday, March 29

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Boy Scout meeting

**Thursday, March 30

9:00 a.m. Second Time Around Shop

1:00 p.m. Caring Group Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3745711178?pwd=dktsaWkwNlNhVjRmOHpjTFNqR1dqQT09

Meeting ID: 374 571 1178 Passcode: 674257

7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

To see the entire calendar - click below https://73855810.view-events.com

Prayers for....

...Julia Schaffner and her family upon the death of Julia’s sister, Charlene Kozloff

...Brittany and Joe Link and their family upon the death of Joe’s brother, Doug.

...Our confirmation class members

..for the Family of Anna Baskett, who died on February 16.

...the people of Malawi impacted by a cyclone that caused catastrophic loss of lives and catastrophic damage

Continuing prayers for ...

...Peg and Jerry Chulick

... Nina Berry - for Chad to be happy and healthy

...John Rutledge- recovering at home

,,,Wendy Moseley- Eric & Teena Newton: Eric has pancreatic cancer

...Dan Wine whose 101 year old is adjusting to assisted living after a fall.

...the people of Turkey and Syria impacted by the earthquake and for all those involved in rescue efforts

Want to serve during Sunday morning worship? Would you like to be an acolyte? Contact Pastor Kim.

Having fun in Sunday School...Bunnies rehearsing for Easter!

Children's Sunday School happenings...

During Sunday School this Sunday they will be walking to the Loop and shelving items. If you arrive after we have left the church or are in route or at the park 1 block north of the church, please remember if you still intend to drop off your child with us, you need to check in with Brittany at church to get your child’s ID/and sign permission.

Thank you for helping us keep your child safe. MUMC kids plus youth/high school students thank you for donations to the Sutton Loop Pantry. Ongoing contributions are welcome.We appreciate your help in sharing with folks in our Maplewood

community

Help the MUMC Children and Youth fill the Sutton Loop Pantry

Summer Sausage

Boxed Grains

Tuna Packets

Boxed Pasta

Cereal

Oatmeal

Granola Bars

Dried Fruit

Snack Crackers

Beef Jerky

Peanut Butter

Applesauce

Tortillas

String Cheese

Pepperoni Packets

Toilet Paper

Restaurant gift cards

Toothbrushes

Socks

DEADLINE for the church newsletter is MIDNIGHT EVERY TUESDAY; send articles to jbrx10@yahoo.com.

The Sunday morning worship bulletin will be sent via email at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday

For more information about Maplewood United Methodist Church, go to our website (maplewoodumc.org ) or Facebook page (facebook.com/mumcstl

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