Opportunities for Sharing Time and Talents
“When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.” Romans 12:13 NLT
Today we are delighted to have children from our Bright Beginnings Pre-School sing in the 9:30 worship service. This is to express their gratitude to their parents and teachers for teaching God’s way. BB parents are hosting a BB teacher appreciation lunch on Tuesday.
Thank You to all who helped with the Sunday School makeover. Please note room changes. The Upper Room class is now in the Library, Bob Kennedy’s in A5, Over/Unders are in A19. We appreciate all the input, help, and cooperation so our kids ministries can bring more little ones to Jesus.
Opportunities to Grow as A Believer in Christ
Step out as a believer and grow! We need more people to lead worship in the 8:00 and 11:00 am services. Come join us for training in reading scripture and leading public worship. Thursday, May 8, 7:00 pm we’ll meet in the Sanctuary.
Our ReFocus Team is going to a training retreat this weekend. Friday, we’ll be leaving the church at 6:00 pm, and Saturday at 8:00 am. The meetings will be at St. Paul’s UMC in Ocala.
5 Prayer Meetings, 5 Wednesdays, at 5:50 pm began April 9 and continues through May 14th in the Prayer Parlor. You may come any Wednesday you are available. Come and join your prayers with those of your brothers and sisters in Christ.
2008– We’ve been reading through the Bible and hope you will join us in this independent study time. If you ever have a question about a scripture reading please call Pastor David. He’ll be happy to help.
- Su– Luke 24:44-53;
- M– Ps. 104:24-34, 35b;
- T– Jer. 2:12-13;
- W– 1 Cor. 11:23-26;
- Th– Num. 11:24-30;
- Fr.– Acts 2:1-21;
- Sa– 1 Cor. 12:3b-13.
Mother’s Day is coming soon and it’s a perfect opportunity to have your child baptized. Please contact Pastor David for more info.
Adult Activities
The United Methodist Women will meet Tues. May 6th at noon in the Sanctuary for their Unit meeting and covered dish luncheon. Judy Fowler will give a presentation on the Honduras Mission trip. All ladies of the church are invited to attend.
UMW Heirlooms of Love Tea, will be Saturday May 17, at 2:00 pm in the church sanctuary. All ladies of the church are invited to attend. You are welcome to bring a guest. Please bring an heirloom and share with the group any loving memory it might hold.
Two Special Invitations
Our Honduras Mission Team invites you to dinner tonight in the Sanctuary at 6:00 pm. If you are interested in seeing our photos and tasting some Honduran recipes, please join us.
Last week we had an insert spelling out the youth summer mission, its financial shortfall and needs. Madison, NC is the poorest county in NC with the highest homeless rate also. Our 25 young missionaries, along with 11 adult chaperones, will be meeting dire needs, from running water into homes to providing shoes for the homeless. They have raised over $7000, are giving up several funfilled activities to tighten their own budget and are still just over $3000 short. Today’s special offering usually goes to the Food Pantry but Phil Thompson has graciously invited us give today’s special offering to the Youth Mission. Thank you.
Office hours April 28 - May 30 will be as follows: 9:00 am –1:00 pm Mon., Tues., Wed., and Fri. On Thursday we will be open 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Any other hours will be by appointment until our new administrator arrives.
The Lamplighter is available online at our church website, www.crumc.com. If you are computer savvy please make yourself at home and access the Lamplighter on-line each month. Whether 10% or 75% of our members use this resource it will save our church paper, postage and some volunteer hours. Please email us at office@crumc.com so we will know you are willing to read The Lamplighter online and we can remove you from the “snail mail” list. Thank you!
The Scouting Ministries Committee is having a meeting this Wednesday, May 7, at 6:00 pm in A19. This is an important meeting and all involved are urged to attend.
Housekeeping
Please help keep things running smoothly here at CRUMC. Lock doors after meetings, put chairs back under tables, clear away bottles, cans, cups, and if you used a coffee pot turn it off. We all appreciate having a tidy place to worship, thanks for doing your part!