Nothing is too small that it can not be used to serve God. A smile, a handshake, a conversation that helps welcome someone for the first time.... it's all the clay that God uses. He uses all of us to reach out to others. He takes a simple opportunity for us as a Hospitality team to introduce people to HIM.
Serving at church can become one of the things we 'check' off on our list of things to do. It can become something that we fail to see the value in. It happens to everyone at times. Life has so many 'to do' lists that we become overwhelmed.
Each and every one of you make a huge difference. You are not 'just' a greeter or 'just' an usher or 'just' a Welcome Cart attendant. You are HIS hands and feet. He uses all of us in ways we may never see or understand. Think of all the people in the Bible who were 'just' a carpenter, 'just' a fisherman, 'just' a tax collector...and look at how God worked through them.
Purchase and read the books below (either or both) and then gather for a time of discussion and fellowship.
MAY BOOK SELECTION: Do I Know God by Tullian Tchividjian Discussion Date: Tuesday, May 15; 10–11:30 am Location: M201 Where to get book: Order online or call your local Barnes and Noble (order for pickup; may take up to one week)
JUNE BOOK SELECTION: The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom Discussion Date: Tuesday, June 19; 10–11:30 am Location: M201 Where to get book: Order online through ChristianBook.com
Questions: Call Linda LaVardera at 407.380.2290 or Stacey Thompson at 407.359.9090
SPARK! FOR 5TH GRADERS ONLY!
Meet at 10:15 in the Shack, from now through May. Talk about what to expect in middle school, meet EPIC staff, discuss what God might have in store for next year, build relationships and pray for each other.
Everyone will be invited to our very own 5th grade party in EPIC’s game room on Friday, May 11.
Children in grades 3–5 will be selling donuts to raise money for camp tuition on Sunday, April 15, 22, 29 and May 6, between services.
If your child needs help raising money to go to camp and wants to be involved, email NancyScheid@ucumc.net.
STAFF OPENINGS
External Launch Coordinator
Part-time (20–25 hours per week)
This person will coordinate our local and global mission and
outreach ministries. Applicants must possess a passion for our children-at-risk mission focus, a heart for reaching not-yet-Christians, and strong organizational and team-building skills. Contact: ChrisAkers@ucumc.net.
Congregational Care Coordinator
Part-time (5–10 hours per week)
This person will coordinate our ongoing ministry to those who are shut-in, hospitalized or in nursing homes. Applicants must have a pastoral heart and strong organizational and team-building skills. Contact: ChrisAkers@ucumc.net.
MISSION TRIPS
Africa
Two trips are scheduled for Rwanda, Africa: June 19–28 and August 20–29. If interested, contactRhondaHoward@ucumc.net for more information.
Celebrate Jesus
Guided by trained leaders, partner with host churches to spread the love of Jesus through giveaways, community service projects, prayer and a block party. Do evangelism in a natural, servant-oriented way. Appropriate for individuals (16 and over) and/or family teams (age 5 and up). This year’s missions:
July 7-14: Smyrna Georgia Area
July 21-28: Florida Space Coast
Download an application at www.cjmission.org or call 407.893.7305.
