Mary and Martha
Painting by He Qi
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During the last Sunday's worship service, we received the following requests for prayers...
- Of Joy! Congratulations to Sophie M., Owen W., Sophia I. and ALL involved in their participation of the outstanding-fantastic-spectacular production of Anastasia. (NC)
- Of Healing for brother, Ron, suffering with a blood infection.
- Of Concern and Healing for cousin Doreen, in the hospital, undergoing tests and evaluation.
- For people dealing with mental health challenges.
- For all who are traveling this week.
- Of Gratitude for those caring for others.
- For Dr. Igor and the medical staff at the hospital in Kharkiv.
- For all refugees and internally displaced persons.
- For those who are grieving, hungry and living in fear.
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Sarah and Rebecca Circle
to meet on Tuesday
The Sarah Circle and joined by members of the Rebecca Circle will meet on Tuesday, April 5th at 10:00-11:30 a.m. in the Asbury Room. The program is Leah Wandra. Leah, currently a Drew seminarian, is the first Kenyan and African Deaconess in the United Methodist Church to advocate for the welfare and education of girls and young women in the 21st Century, she has established Mama’s Smith Health Foundation, a Kenyan NGO. Leah will explain the background and aims of this inspiring project. We invite church members to join us and if any questions, please call Nan Canfield at 973-635-2408.
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Adult Class: Lenten Small Group
This Sunday, April 3rd, the Adult Class will continue its Lenten study of Amy-Jill Levine’s book, Witness at The Cross. Women played prominent roles in Jesus’ ministry. Come join us in the Asbury room after worship as we discuss the women who followed him to the cross. Contact Ronald Yarger at ryarger@optonline.net if you have questions or if you'd like the Zoom link to join the class remotely.
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At this Sunday’s, April 3rd, service at 10:00 a.m., the Wind Ensemble will perform The Hope of Tomorrow by Naoya Wada. Join us!
The Ukulele Orchestra will next meet online and in person on Saturday, April 9th, at 11:00 a.m. in the Asbury Room. For Zoom information contact Peter Hill at the below email address.
If you are a singer and could join in singing with the Covenant Choir during Holy Week, the Choir invites you to with them for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and/or Easter
Sunday. For more information contact Peter Hill.
Let us know how we can minister to you through Chatham UMC’s music program and our music groups: the Covenant Choir, the Praise Band, the Wesley Ringers, and the Ukulele Orchestra. Contact music director, Peter Hill at petepiano@mac.com.
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Small Groups are now meeting and exploring the book and video Witness at the Cross by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine. Meeting times are:
-Sundays at 11:10 am (facilitated by Ron Yarger)
-Mondays at noon
-Wednesdays at 7:30 pm (facilitated by Pastor Sharon).
Wherever you may be on your faith journey, we encourage you to connect with fellow pilgrims for study, prayer, conversation, and community.
For further information or to receive the Zoom information contact Associate Pastor Sharon Yarger at scyarger@optonline.net.
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In-Person Sunday School/
Christian Education takes place on Sunday mornings
at 11:00 for ages 4 and up!
(If you would like a Zoom option please let Pastor Sharon know at scyarger@optonline.net)
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Whirl Kids (age 4 – 4th grade)
Sundays at 11:10am meet with Kate Radler, Edie Myers-Arnold, and Peter Hill on the upper level in Room 6 for music, a fun video, and activities related to the day’s Bible reading.
Submerge (5th-8th grade) –Sundays at 11:10am meet with Pastor Sharon in the Wesley Room. We are journeying through some of the most dramatic stories in the Bible, through listening, imagination, and dialogue. Some in this class have recently been trained as acolytes, so watch for some new faces bringing the Light of Christ into our sanctuary on Sunday mornings!
High School Discussion – Sunday at 11:10am meet with Jesse Dicken and Matthew Beland in Room 7.
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Join Us for an
Easter Egg Hunt!
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All children up to 4th grade are welcome to join us for an Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday! Meet on our front lawn immediately following our 10:00 AM Worship Service in the Sanctuary.
It will be a Hopping Good time!
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Date Changes!
Parents are invited to attend a meeting via zoom
Sunday, April 3rd at 7pm to discuss future youth events and RISE updates. Contact Jesse at email below for zoom link.
Chatham Youth are invited to attend Bowling Night (led by Summit UMC). Please note the date change to April 10th!
RISE Carwash Fundraiser is being postponed until May. More information will be shared in the weeks to come!
Questions? Please contact Jesse Dicken at jdicken@drew.edu
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CUMC Outreach - Volunteers are always needed | |
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Online Worship Liturgists Needed!
Please sign up to read and record yourself reading scriptures, this will be a blessing to our online worshiping community. We have open weekends through the beginning of April. Click Here to Sign Up
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CUMC Community Food Pantry
The community support and need of our 24/7 pantry has grown.
Help keep our food pantry and weekly distribution sustained.
Click Here to donate online!
Want to know more about our Pop Up pantry and how to help?
Check out our webpage Here.
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Can You Help the Bread Ministry?
The bread ministry is looking for more volunteers to assist in collecting bread from Panera. Sign Up Here
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Communities of Care
If you wish to receive a call, a text or an email from someone at the Chatham UMC community? Email Church Office Here
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Hold The Date! Pizza Party Time!
Support Chatham Methodist Preschool by ordering a pizza! Wednesday, April 27th at 5PM in our rear parking lot.
Please Click Here for order form and more information
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Latest Newsletter is Out!
The Senior Center of the Chathams is an independent, 31-year old non-profit organization located here in town and offer a wide range of programs, activities, and services to older adults in Chatham and the surrounding areas. Click Here to read the latest newsletter and learn about their fantastic programs.
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Lunch and Learn Returns
Wednesday, April 6th
11:30am-1:00pm
Wm. A. Bradley & Son Funeral Home
345 Main Street, Chatham
Topic: Funeral or Creation Pre-Planning
Seating is limited so please RSVP by Tuesday, April 5th (973) 635-2428 ext. 10
For more information and to see the flier, Please Click Here
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All submissions for next week's CUMC Weekly E-news are due by Tuesdays, 2PM. Submissions may be emailed to Eileen Ruggiero
Chatham United Methodist Church www.chathamumc.org
460 Main Street, Chatham NJ
(973) 635-7740
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