Prepare for Worship
November 21, 2021
Homer United Methodist Church
We're opening the doors for Advent!

In person worship will resume on November 28 for the first Sunday of Advent. The worship service will also be livestreamed so you can participate from home. Please make the choice that is most appropriate for your health needs.

If you are worshipping in person, wear a mask and maintain appropriate physical distance. We will safely celebrate the joy of the season together.
Thankful: 21 Days of Gratitude
This month we are focusing on practicing gratitude as a spiritual discipline. Each day, write down 3 things you are grateful for and see how it lifts your heart and spirit!

You can click here to download and print a gratitude calendar, or contact the church office for a printed copy.
Hanging of the Greens
Let's decorate the sanctuary for Advent and Christmas!

Join me at 6 pm on Tuesday for the Hanging of the Greens, our annual tradition of decking the halls and preparing for the joyful season ahead.
Resources for Children
Click here for today's Children's Bulletins and here for the answer sheet.
Thanksgiving Extras


For Thanksgiving placemats to color, click here.

For instructions to make a Thankful Tree, click here

For Thank You cards to color, click here.

If you are unable to print these items, please contact the office for printed copies.
Prayer Requests
Please reply to this email with your prayer requests.

  • Prayers of thanksgiving for grandchildren
  • Prayers for Amy Biggs: healing and recovery from surgery
  • Prayers for Tom Early: healing and patience (hand surgery)
  • Prayers for Joyce & Edward Smith (Ola Mullikin's parents): Healing for Edward, patience and strength for the family.
  • Prayers of healing for Lucy Kunkler's sister, Mary
  • Prayers for Barbara (Joe's mother)
  • Prayers for family of Gary Rehberg (Joe Talbott's good friend who died recently)
  • Prayers of healing for Geraldine Young (Eric Young's Aunt)
  • Prayers for Tom Mahaffey (Ostrom brother-in-law): Patience and healing.
  • Prayers for Glenn & Marilyn Green: patience, strength, healing and endurance
  • Prayers of healing for Pat McBride
  • Prayers for Dottie Holten: strength and endurance
  • Prayers of thanksgiving for new babies and the hope they inspire
  • Prayers of healing for Ashley Hanson
  • Prayers of healing for Katy Adams
  • Prayers of healing for Kathy Van Sandt
  • Travel mercies for those traveling on land, air, and sea
  • Prayers for those facing difficult decisions
  • Prayers for the end of divisiveness in our country
  • Continued prayers for Martha Ellen, Rieta, and all those who grieve
  • Prayers for Cindy Dye: praise and thanksgiving for healing
  • Prayers for Bernadine Jackson: patience and strength
  • Alaska Conference prayer focus: Homer United Methodist Church. Lisa Talbott, Pastor.

Please reply to this email with your prayer requests!

Ways to Give
Thank you for your consistent giving! Your generosity allows us to continue our ministries with people in need in our community. There are many ways to give:

Give Online
Click here for our church donation page.

Send a Check
Homer United Methodist Church
770 East End Road
Homer AK 99603

Donate Automatically
Use the "bill pay" or "auto draft" options of your bank or credit union. Contact your bank to learn more.

Text Your Offering
Safely text your donation through the Give+ app. Learn more here.

AmazonSmile
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Spiritual Wellness Resources
Exploring Spiritual Practices

We practice spiritual disciplines so that when difficult times arise, we have tools to keep us grounded in peace, hope, joy, and love. Click here to watch Pastor Lisa's YouTube channel, Raven Fed.
Pastor Lisa's Current Schedule

Work Days: Sunday - Friday
Day Off: Saturday

Pastor Lisa is now serving as the pastor of Homer UMC 3/4 time and as the Alaska Director of Connectional Ministries 1/4 time. Please call or email to make an appointment.

Over the course of the week, if you are in need of comfort and worship, "visit" some of the other Alaskan United Methodist churches to watch their worship services. Click here to see the list of churches offering online worship.

Contact Us
770 East End Road
Homer, AK 99603
907-235-8528
http://www.homerumcalaska.org
https://www.facebook.com/HomerUnitedMethodistChurchAlaska