Change...

Hello Hospitality!

I wanted to give you an update on some things coming up in and around UCUMC!

As you all know, there have been very exciting changes happening right before our eyes!  We've seen our Music Ministry evolve, our Children's Ministry bloom and our Pastoral staff grow!  

There are new service options starting soon, time changes that have already happened and play areas being built....just to name a few things!

Whew!  

That is allot of things going on at once.  It means adjustment, it means adaptation....it means change.  Change can be hard.

It's especially hard when it happens in and around a place we find comfort, security and solace.  

Among the excitement and anticipation, it's ok to admit that sometimes change makes us scared, unsure and somber.  

With that said I want to put out a comforting thought...

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

Hebrews 13:8

That's not my truth...that's a Biblical truth.

A question that might be asked is...Why? Why all this change?  Why all this 'movement'?

To find the lost

To invite the curious

To meet people where they are in life.

To enrich the lives of those who feel alone

With the many new resources we will be able to reach out to even more people.....

To reach out to the believer and unbeliever alike that does not have a relationship with Jesus.

We are surrounded by them.

(literally)

The family...the college student...the widow

Ministry never looked the same day to day for Jesus.  Whether he was on a mount, in a temple or by a well, but his message was the same...  

 "Come to me all who are weary and burdened..and I will give you rest"

Matt 11:28

So as we celebrate the new things seen all around us...and evidence of the things to come, let's keep faith.  

Faith in the uncertain.....Faith in the unknown.

This Church has changed the lives of many people in wonderful ways

 (mine included)

I say all this to say that there is a greater good behind all of this.  

There is a plan that I believe God has carefully orchestrated.  While things move and change around us, let's keep our sights on the one who never changes.

Good things are to come.  

Hospitality Changes.....

I am still functioning as the Hospitality Coordinator, but there will be a new face filling my Sunday role at some point in time.  Interviews are underway.  

I am and will still be the Hospitality Coordinator for Saturday night 6:30 services.

My main role will be the Administrative Assistant for the 5:00 Saturday night service starting September 7th.

As construction continues.. the Volunteer room may be cluttered with various items that are being moved and need a temporary home.   

 Please excuse these short term obstacles that we may come across along the way.

Please continue to reach out to each other for coverage when you can't serve a weekend you're scheduled.  

This is an exciting time as we look to the future and think of all the lives that will change as we move forward and reach out to the people around us!

Thank you for all you do!  We would not be the wonderful,  welcoming Church we are without your friendly faces!  

God Bless!

Patti

               

Hospitality

Hello Hospitality!

As you all know, there are lot's of exciting things going on in and around the Church! We are growing, evolving and blooming in so many different directions.  There are some seeds, some buds...and some flowers starting to grow right in front of our eyes!

Our Children's Ministry rooms and hallways are being transformed and updated, our FIVE family service is coming together and our Singles and Starters service is being prayerfully planned! God has been blessing all of us along the way as we have all taken part in some way to get this garden started!  
                         

God is truly allowing our seeds to grow as we all plant and water this exciting garden of growth! 

My role in Hospitality will be evolving as well.  I will be helping Pastor Tim as the Administrative Assistant to the FIVE service starting in September.  I have been working with Pastor Tim and an enthusiastic team of people, to get things ready for the Fall.  

You may have wondered what this means for the Hospitality Team!  As I move over to working with Saturday night services, we will have another Hospitality Leader hired to work with Sunday services. This new person and I, will team up for larger events and needs as they come.  It's exciting to see the Hospitality Ministry grow in this way! 

I will keep you all posted as this transition takes place.  

You can tell people about these exciting opportunities and events!

EXCEPTIONAL PARENTS GROUP MEETING Join this group of parents with special-needs children to find out how you can get peace and a good night’s sleep while dealing with all the uncertainties in your life. For dates and times, contact Linda Bennett, 407.588.1709, Bennett.families@gmail.com or rsvp @www.meetup.com/exceptional-parents. LIKE TO SING? Sing with the Voices of Carillon (VOC)! Web-based learning tracks are utilized for ease of personal practice. One live rehearsal per week is conducted on Thursdays at 7:30 pm for singing in the Sunday 9 am service. Contact:CarrieChristensen@ucumc.net or 407.359.2877. UCPRESCHOOL REGISTRATION Registration is now open for our Fall session. Come be part of a great learning environment for your little one. Your child must be 2, 3, or 4 by Sept. 1, 2012. To register, call 407.359.2629 and help us spread the word to your friends and neighbors! HOPE HELPS, INC The HOPE Helps, Inc (located in Oviedo) is in need of volunteers to help with preparing welcome baskets for “Pathways to Home” program members, picking up food at donation locations, and setting up tables at community events (training provided). VOLUNTEERS TO SORT & PRICE CLOTHING:  All donated clothing needs to be examined carefully before being priced and put in our store. Sorters look for wear, stains, missing buttons, check zippers and general appearance of all garments. We only keep items that look new or are new. VOLUNTEERS TO SORT OTHER PRODUCTS: All other donations need to be checked to make sure they are in very good condition and then priced and stocked in the store. VOLUNTEERS TO WORK AT SPECIAL EVENTS: Usually this means being at HOPE's information table informing people about HOPE, recruiting volunteers and asking people to sign up to receive our newsletters. Other special events will be on our website and in the newsletters. VOLUNTEERS TO WORK IN THE FOOD PANTRY: Saturdays 11-2pm to help our clients shop as they go through the food pantry. If you are available to help in any area please contact our volunteer coordinator, Karol Ludaescher atVolunteer@HopeHelps.org. TAKE FIVE PARENTS! When was the last time you had some time to yourself? Whether you want some time with your significant other, or just need some time to connect with friends……we have just the thing for you! A parents night out!!! On July 13th from 6:15-8:30pm you can drop your children off at Church for a fun night, while you get to spend some time doing what you want! Let your friends know and invite them for a night out too! This is a great opportunity to introduce your friends to the FIVE. So……..TAKE FIVE, relax, and rejuvenate, relate…while your kids have fun at the Church! Children ages 6 weeks-5th grade. All parents can register on the webpage:  and Learn more about THE FIVE > atthefive.net STEP INTO BAPTISM We’re planning an event on Saturday, August 17, for youth and adults who desire to be baptized “by immersion” (in an outdoor pool)—either for the first time or to affirm baptism as an infant. To explore this opportunity, please contact Pastor Tim at TimFarrell@ucumc.net. If baptism is a new concept for you, please plan to attend a brief meeting (date, TBA) to ask questions and learn what we believe about baptism. If baptism is a new concept for you, please plan to attend a brief meeting on Saturday, August 10, at 6 pm or Sunday, August 11, at 11:30 am to ask questions and learn what we believe about baptism. You can r.v.s.p. your interest to TimFarrell@ucumc.net. I hope you are all having a wonderful summer!!!!! God Bless! Patti

Easter 2013

(Click on the events below for details)

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Easter Brunch Contributions
• Missions Trip Updates
• Boy Scout Mulch Sale
• Investing in Kids Campaign Special Request
• Like to Sing...Voices of Carillon
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  UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Thursday, March 28 | 7:00 pmMaundy Thursday Tenebrae Service
  • Friday, March 29 | 12:00 pmGood Friday Observance
  • Saturday, March 30 | 6:00 pmEaster Saturday Worship
  • Sunday, March 31Easter Worship
  • Sunday, March 31 | 6:30 amSunrise Service
    
    
    
    
    
    
    April will start a Church wide sermon series that will also meet on Wednesday nights!
    The first night April 3rd is the WNL kick off night.
    Sign up to come for dinner!  4Rivers is being served!!!
    Let people know they need to register on our Website...
    http://www.ucumc.net/get-connected/wednesday-nights
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
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    MEMBERSHIP EXPLORATION BRUNCH APRIL 7

    On Sunday, January 27 at 10:15 am upstairs in M201, find out what it means to be a “member” of UCUMC. Come for a tasty brunch and consider joining this 3-week class.
    
    Membership Exploration Brunch April 7 (10:15 in M201)
    Classes April 14, 21, & 28.
    Joining day May 19
    
    
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    Have a healthy and happy Easter Weekend!
    
    
    God Bless!
    
    
    Patti
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

March 23/24 2013

Hello Hospitality! 

 Holy Week is upon us as we move into our Palm Sunday Weekend. 

Your friendly faces are so important each Sunday, but in these coming weeks more than ever.  Many people only come to Church on Holidays.  Sometimes they have not yet found a close relationship with Christ, and sometimes they take the opportunity of a Holidays to begin one.  

Finally making that choice to come to Church is big! Making the choice to continue coming is HUGE!  You can help their decision, by being that welcoming face and HIS hands and feet, as you greet each person that comes to Church this weekend.  

Check out this video:  They need you

Here is what's going on in and around UCUMC......Help people get connected by letting them know what's going on........

EASTER BRUNCH CONTRIBUTIONS 

If you can help supply one of the breakfast casseroles for the Easter Brunch, please pick up a pan and recipe at the Information Desk in the lobby. Milk, juice and fruit are also needed. Take a reminder card from the board in the lobby. Items should be dropped off at the EPICenter at 7 am on March 31.
All proceeds benefit our missions launch teams.

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BOY SCOUT MULCH SALE Troop 617 is conducting their annual Mulch Drive fundraiser to support the youth attending scout camp this summer. Orders for bags or bulk delivery can be placed by calling 407.921.1733. (See list of available items on the bulletin board by the north entrance.) Mulch will be delivered to your home on March 16, 23 or 30. ***************************************************************

INVESTING IN KIDS CAMPAIGN SPECIAL REQUEST

Care to share your skill… or your contacts? We are looking for a source for (1) a wedding-size tent, and (2) a barbecue caterer. If you, or someone you know, could help with either of these, please contactMichele.Byington@regions.com.

For more info about Investing In Kids >

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LIKE TO SING? Sing with the Voices of Carillon (VOC)! Web-based learning tracks are utilized for ease of personal practice. One live rehearsal per week is conducted on Thursdays at 7:30 pm for singing in the Sunday 9 am service. Contact:CarrieChristensen@ucumc.net or 407.359.2877. ****************************************** Next week is Holy Week.  Here is the service schedule information.....  March 28            Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service - 7 pm

     March 29            Good Friday Observance - 12 noon
                                  Soup & Bread Lunch - 12:30 pm

     March 30            Easter Saturday Worship - 6 pm

     March 31             Sunrise Service - 6:30 am
                                  Easter Breakfast - 7:30–9 am
                                  Easter Worship - 9, 10:15 and 11:30 am

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CAMPOUT - FRIDAY, APRIL 5

For men and boys! Come and camp by the back pond. Bring a tent and something to grill (grill provided). Arrive on site any time after 5:30 pm on Friday, April 5, anticipate heading back home on Saturday morning after breakfast.

Contact: ChrisAkers@ucumc.net

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MEMBERSHIP EXPLORATION BRUNCH APRIL 7

On Sunday, January 27 at 10:15 am upstairs in M201, find out what it means to be a “member” of UCUMC. Come for a tasty brunch and consider joining this 3-week class.

Membership Exploration Brunch April 7 (10:15 in M201)
Classes April 14, 21, & 28.
Joining day May 19

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Here is the story of Palm Sunday....

Blessings this Holy Week!

Patti

March 16-17

This weekend we will be commissioning our CARE TEAM!  

This might spark questions for people who want to get involved in the Care Ministry.  Here's some info to help you keep people informed.....

CARE MINISTRY TEAM

Let God work through you to reach out in love to those who are

• unable to come to church regularly
• in assisted living facilities
• in the hospital or recovering at home

Use your gifts to send cards, make phone calls, or visit in homes or hospitals. Not sure? Don’t feel trained? We’ll help you every step of the way.
Join a team to encourage, comfort and make a difference in the lives of members of our church family.
Contact Mike Coffey: 407.588.1712 or MikeCoffey@ucumc.net

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For people who want to serve outside of the walls of the church......

MISSIONS TRIP UPDATES: STILL THINKING?

God calls us to go into the world and share the gospel. Is He calling YOU to go? We still have openings on our Bahamas missions launch team (June 9?15), our Costa Rica team (July 12?20), and our Cuba team (NEW! June 10?18). There are also two Celebrate Jesus missions in South Florida for those who want to stay closer to home. If you feel God calling you to go on any of these trips, please contact MikeCoffey@ucumc.net. Whether on a trip or back home supporting the teams though prayer or funding, God calls us all to be a part of His ministry.

DR MISSIONS TRIP COLLECTION

Help us collect these items needed by our DR/Sucher missions launch team. All materials are needed by March 17.
•    single toothbrush/toothpaste
•    wash cloths
•    coloring books
•    children’s socks
•    children’s Tylenol
•    children’s vitamins
•    school/craft supplies: pencils, erasers, glue sticks, scissors, small note pads, rulers, pencil sharpeners

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LIKE TO SING?

Sing with the Voices of Carillon (VOC)! Web-based learning tracks are utilized for ease of personal practice. One live rehearsal per week is conducted on Thursdays at 7:30 pm for singing in the Sunday 9 am service. Contact:CarrieChristensen@ucumc.net or 407.359.2877.

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HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

These opportunities are offered to help us fully experience the power and significance of Jesus’ passion, death and resurrection. Participate as you are able.

March 23−24      Palm Sunday Worship Services - 9, 10:15 and 11:30 am

March 28             Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service - 7 pm

March 29             Good Friday Observance - 12 noon

                           Soup & Bread Lunch - 12:30 pm

March 30             Easter Saturday Worship - 6 pm

March 31             Sunrise Service - 6:30 am

                           Easter Breakfast - 7:30–9 am

                           Easter Worship - 9, 10:15 and 11:30 am

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MEN’S GOLF LEAGUE - STARTING MARCH 19

Weekly Event
When:    Tuesdays, 5:30 pm tee-off
Where:    Meet at Twin Rivers Clubhouse, Oviedo
Cost:      $15 (9 holes)
Contact:    ChrisAkers@ucumc.net or 321.439.9715

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UCUMC MOTORCYCLE  CLUB

Come and enjoy fellowship and the scenery in central Florida.
Next ride: Saturday, March 16 (form up at 10 am in front of the church; ride should be over about 2 pm)
Contact: Bart McIlroy at (407) 739-2769 or by email at bcmcilroy@bellsouth.net

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MEMBERSHIP EXPLORATION BRUNCH APRIL 7

On Sunday, January 27 at 10:15 am upstairs in M201, find out what it means to be a “member” of UCUMC. Come for a tasty brunch and consider joining this 3-week class.

Membership Exploration Brunch April 7 (10:15 in M201)
Classes April 14, 21, & 28.
Joining day May 19

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You can take a peek at our Webpage to get even more info on what's going on in and around UCUMC....but this is a good start!

Have a wonderful week!

God Bless!

Patti