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At 275 feet tall, the General Sherman tree is the largest tree in the world. This tree is roughly 2,200 years old, over 36 feet in diameter, and is estimated to weigh nearly 2 million pounds. You would think with such an impressive height, its roots would go very deep. However, that is not the case.
We invite all to join together for our church-wide Lenten study. Our book study will be “John: The Gospel of Light and Life” by Adam Hamilton, starting the week of February 21st. The Gospel of John is the most spiritual of the four gospels. It is filled with rich images and profound truths, but John notes that his aim in writing the gospel is that readers will not only believe in Jesus Christ, but that they “may have life in his name.” It is a great book for a Lenten Study!
There was a time in Egypt when the Hebrew people were rising too high in numbers, so in order to deal with this problem, the Pharaoh decided to kill the oldest son in each Hebrew family. One brave mother refused to let her son go. Join Pastor Hannah this Sunday when we learn about Jochebed and what makes her a hero.
The “Our Heroes” series, presented by the Children’s Ministry team, continues this week as Ms. Lisa shares the story of Noah from the book of Genesis. Noah’s faith & obedience to God helped carry his family, and the animals, through a global storm. Seem applicable today? Lisa’s Noah lesson will be live streamed Sunday at 11:30 am.
All are invited to join us for the livestream lessons Sundays at 11:30, or for the recordings Sunday afternoons, right here.
The SUMC Education team would like to thank everyone who approved, enabled, encouraged, promoted, and visited our first drive-thru Live Nativity on the church campus in December.
On Sunday, December 20, from 1-3 pm, there will be a drive-through, Live Nativity. The path begins at the intersection of Thorn and Broad, continues to the church parking lot through the driveway on Thorn, and exits from the parking lot to Broad. Experience shepherds, angels, wisemen, and the holy family. Everyone is welcome, and vehicles with children will be provided with a COVID-safe gift of ornaments, crafts, and wrapped candy. Come hear the music, and experience the Live Nativity Scene.
Middle School Sunday School is being held via Zoom at 11:30 am on Sundays. Contact Roberta Davis, Bill Utterback or the office for the Zoom link.
Children’s Church will be live streamed right here at 11:30 am on Sunday for 10-15 minutes. “Rejoice Together!” is the theme. All kids are invited!
During the week of October 12th, SUMC Growth Groups, comprised of small group Bible / Christian studies, will begin and run for 6 weeks. The groups are open for anyone to attend.
We are invited to join with Pastor Hannah in reading through the Bible in a year. Download the outline, and read along. We will begin to read together on Sunday, October 4th. Beginning on November 2nd, I will send out a weekly devotional that engages some of the scripture we have read for that week.
During the first week in October, we will initiate SUMC Growth Groups comprised of small group Bible / Christian studies. The groups will be open for anyone to attend. Feel free to select one or more groups as they will be held throughout the week at various times.
Well… it ended with a funeral and a dance party. Actually, it ended with a funeral, a dance party, a prayer and a promise from a dragon to join us again next year.
Do you know what free Community Zoom VBS means?
Hey Parents and Grandparents! We would like to invite your children and grandchildren to an exciting Virtual Bible School! All are welcome from anywhere, as this is virtual!
We are so excited about our new virtual VBS – UPRIGHT: TAKE ACTION! This year, we invite all children and grandchildren to follow the church on this new adventure.
We regret that due to the resurgence of COVID-19 cases in our area, we have decided to cancel our plans for Vacation Bible School this year. Even with the extra measures we were planning to take, we’ve decided that it will be best to not put our children and volunteers at any risk.
Join us on an adventure to the Knights of North Castle as we explore the Quest for the King’s Armor. Our knights will discover how God’s strength empowers them to accept the call to wear the Armor of God as they live out a call for truth, justice, peace and a life of faith with God.
This Sunday, June 28 at 11:30 am, everyone is invited to attend a VBS Planning Meeting in the Simpson Room. Lisa Jankowski will facilitate, and representatives from other churches will join us, as we are planning a community VBS. Key topics include: VBS themes, decorations and food, participation of other churches, assignment of roles, and next steps.
Christianbook.com is teaming up with bestselling author, Louie Giglio, with a FREE online Bible study starting May 12th! Based on Louie Giglio’s bestselling book, “Goliath Must Fall,” this Bible study aims to teach you that it’s not the height of the giant that matters – but the size of our God! For more information and to register, click here.
