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April 2016 Christ United Methodist Church | christumcmobile.com | 251.342.0462 It is an honor of a lifetime to be asked to return to Christ United Methodist Church to help continue the incredible ministry that Jeff and Norma Spiller, and those faithful missioner families started 37 years ago. When Crystal and I moved from West Mobile eleven years ago we never dreamed this would happen. Needless to say, we were blown away when we received the call that I would be the next Senior Pastor of Christ UMC. We have been overwhelmed by the wonderful messages we’ve received via social media, text, and e-mail over the last week. We are excited to rekindle the many friendships we forged during our time at Christ UMC from 2000 – 2005, and look forward to making many new friends as we get to know you in the coming months. So much has happened in our lives over the past 11 years. When we left Mobile in 2005 we had one child, David (now age 12), two dogs, and a cat. Since then we’ve added Ethan (age 9) and Ella (age 6). We still have the same two dogs and cat, and now we’ve added a fish, too! When we left Mobile we moved to Wilmore, Kentucky so that I could attend Asbury Seminary’s Beeson Pastor Doctor of Ministry Program. After our year in school, we were appointed back to Mobile County to serve Saraland United Methodist Church. We had a tremendous ministry there for five years, and then in 2011 we were appointed to serve First United Methodist Church in Prattville, AL. For the past five years we’ve worked hard to help FUMC Prattville grow not only in numbers, but in their spiritual depth and mission outreach. We are in the process of choosing schools, finding a place to live, and preparing to settle our family back in Mobile. We are so thankful for your prayers for us, and we appreciate you remembering our church family in Prattville as they go through this transition, as well. Please know that we will be praying for you, Jeff, Norma, and the whole staff as we prepare to arrive in July. In Christ, Rob Couch
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April 2016
Christ United Methodist Church | christumcmobile.com | 251.342.0462
It is an honor
of a lifetime to be asked
to return to Christ United Methodist Church to
help continue the incredible ministry that Jeff and Norma Spiller, and
those faithful missioner families started 37 years ago. When Crystal and I moved from West
Mobile eleven years ago we never dreamed this would happen. Needless to say, we were blown
away when we received the call that I would be the next Senior Pastor of Christ UMC. We have
been overwhelmed by the wonderful messages we’ve received via social media, text, and e-mail
over the last week. We are excited to rekindle the many friendships we forged during our time at
Christ UMC from 2000 – 2005, and look forward to making many new friends as we get to know you
in the coming months.
So much has happened in our lives over the past 11 years. When we left Mobile in 2005 we had
one child, David (now age 12), two dogs, and a cat. Since then we’ve added Ethan (age 9) and Ella
(age 6). We still have the same two dogs and cat, and now we’ve added a fish, too! When we left
Mobile we moved to Wilmore, Kentucky so that I could attend Asbury Seminary’s Beeson Pastor
Doctor of Ministry Program. After our year in school, we were appointed back to Mobile County to
serve Saraland United Methodist Church. We had a tremendous ministry there for five years, and
then in 2011 we were appointed to serve First United Methodist Church in Prattville, AL. For the past
five years we’ve worked hard to help FUMC Prattville grow not only in numbers, but in their spiritual
depth and mission outreach.
We are in the process of choosing schools, finding a place to live, and preparing to settle our family
back in Mobile. We are so thankful for your prayers for us, and we appreciate you remembering
our church family in Prattville as they go through this transition, as well. Please know that we will be
praying for you, Jeff, Norma, and the whole staff as we prepare to arrive in July.
In Christ,Rob Couch
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EXCITING TIMES...I’m certainly very excited to now know that Rob Couch will be appointed as our new Senior Pastor on July 1! Rob is an outstanding leader and can capably lead Christ UMC into the great future God has for us. Because Rob was a part of our staff years ago, he knows the basic DNA of Christ UMC and he knows many of our lay leadership.
Rob and Crystal have three children, David, Ethan and Ella. Rob, Crystal, and the children have served at Prattville First UMC in Prattville, Alabama for the last five years. I encourage you to continue to pray for the Couch family, our staff, and our congregation as we move forward.
I encourage you to do some things that will help in this time of transition:
n Pray that God will make each of us receptive and supportive of the significant change that is occurring.
n Make sure you renew your commitment to be faithful and regular in worship each Sunday.
n Continue to be faithful in your regular financial support of Christ UMC and its ministries.
n Give Rob and Crystal a little breathing room when they arrive. Love them and support them. Let’s not bombard them with ideas, suggestions, and expectations.
If you can’t say something good and positive…well, you know what your mother taught you.
In Christ, Jeff
I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. 1 Timothy 2:1
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THIS ISSUE
Worship Services
Can’t make it to church? Watch services online at christumcmobile.com/media
Celebration of MinistrySunday, April 24 | 5:00 p.m. | Christ CenterJoin us as we celebrate all the incredible things
God has done through the ministries of Christ UMC since Jeff and Norma were appointed to lead this
congregation 37 years ago. There will be a service of celebration followed by a time to greet Jeff and Norma
over cookies and punch. If you would like to bring a card or gift* to show your appreciation to the Spillers,
there will be a place to leave those as well.
*Monetary gifts are not tax-deductible and should be directed to the Spillers, not to Christ UMC.
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Living Proof: Living Prayer Event | Thursday, April 28 | 6:30 p.m. | Sanctuary“For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any two-edged sword.” Hebrews 4:12Christ United Methodist Church will host a city-wide prayer team gathering as we pray and prepare for the Beth Moore Conference to be held at the USA Mitchell Center on August 26 & 27. This event is open to all ladies in our city and you are encouraged to come and welcome them to our church.Enjoy worship music, powerful prayer and information about the upcoming conference. You will, also, have an opportunity to sign up to volunteer at the conference and gain free entry or purchase an advance ticket.
Our prayer focuses will include: Drawing women to Christ | Freedom from the stronghold of sin and fear | Healing from bondage of addictions | The healing and reconciliation of marriages | For our communities to walk in racial unity.
For more information, contact Marcia Jacobs at [email protected] or at 251.342.0462, ext. 214.
COMING IN MAY n GOD AND SCIENCE | Wednesdays, May 11, 18 & 25 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Hospitality Room | Taught by Pastor Jeremy Steele
Adult Bible Study
Opportunities
SUNDAY MORNING STUDIES FOR ADULTSn 9:15 a.m. | The Intercessory Life by Maxie Dunnam, last month’s Prayer Conference speaker | Room A-206 | This study teaches practical ways to bring the world into the prayer closet and to unleash the power of prayer in our everyday world. A class for 50+ adults.
n 9:15 a.m. | The Gift of Faith – Methodist Quarterly Curriculum | Room A-209 | Oswald Chambers described faith as “deliberate confidence in the character of God whose ways you may not understand at the time.” Corrie ten Boom described it as “the radar that sees through the fog – the reality of things at a distance that the human eye cannot see.” In this study you will learn about tests of faith, restorative faith and the fullness of faith. A class for 50+ adults.
n 10:40 a.m. | The Intercessory Life by Maxie Dunnam, last month’s Prayer Conference speaker | Rooms A-204 & A-207 This study teaches practical ways to bring the world into the prayer closet and to unleash the power of prayer in our everyday world.
SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT DAY WITH NORMA SPILLER
The United Methodist Women of the Mobile District will have a special treat as Christ UMC’s own Norma Spiller is the speaker at Spiritual Enrichment Day!
Saturday, April 9 10:00 a.m. | New Hope United Methodist Church
5343 Fowl River Road, Theodore, AL 36582
We will hear from one of God’s finest creations about how He has touched her life. Prepare to be enriched by serene surroundings, an inspirational program and a lovely luncheon as we gather.
For more information, contact Joyce Genz at 251.259.1675 or [email protected].
UnitedMethodistWomenFAITH • HOPE • LOVE IN ACTION
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n 3 | PRINCESS & SUPERHERO BANQUET | For Preschool – 12th Grade | 5:00 p.m. | Christ Center Gym | Join us for a “be our guest” style kid-friendly banquet with some of your favorite princesses and superheroes! Parent attendance is mandatory. Register at christumcyouth.com/princessandsuperhero. Benefits the Youth Ministry. Cost: $15 per person or $40 per family.
n 22 | YOUTH FUN NIGHT: BOWLING NIGHT | For 6th – 12th Grade | 6:00 p.m. | AMF Camellia Lanes on Schillinger Rd. | There will be a trophy and bragging rights awarded to the highest score! Register at christumcyouth.com/bowling. Cost: $10. Includes pizza and drinks.
n 22 – 24 | MIDDLE SCHOOL MYSTERY WEEKEND | For 6th – 8th Grade | Get ready for an incredible weekend at SIFAT, filled with lots of fun, mission work and worship. This will be a perfect trip for new students and friends of current students to attend. Register at christumcyouth.com/mystery. Cost $100.
n 30 | HANDS & FEET YOUTH LOCAL MISSIONS: FAMILY SERVICE DAY - SPRING CLEANING | For 6th –12th Grade Meet in youth area | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Come help us serve our own church as we clean, sort, and straighten up our very own youth area! Lunch will be provided!
n May 1 | CLASS OF 2016 SENIOR SUNDAY | Brunch: 9:15 a.m. in Hospitality Room | We will celebrate our high school seniors witha family brunch then seniors will also be recognized during the10:40 a.m. Sanctuary and NewSong services. Families must reserve their seats by WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 by emailing Tyler Vittetoe at [email protected]. Email 4-5 pictures of your student ranging from childhood to graduation for the slide show.
STAY CONNECTED WITH USCheck in with us at Want to get text updates? Middle School text @CUMC to 81010 | High School text @HSGR to 81010Visit christumcyouth.com for all our events. Check out our new High School Blog at christumcyouth.com/hsblog
By Tyler Vittetoe, High School Minister Greetings in Jesus’ name! 2016 has been a great year so far for our youth ministry. Winter Retreat and Confirmation have been great highlights of how many students have been impacted by our church and our ministry programs. We had almost 200 students at Winter Retreat, and all were inspired to discover their inner potential and allow the Lord to help them grow and flourish in their faith. We had 35 students complete their confirmation journey this month, and they were each confirmed into membership at Christ UMC surrounded by supporting loved ones and friends. What an incredible testimony to God’s faithfulness through our congregation!
We are always reminded that it is because of your generosity that these students were able to discover their faith in Jesus. They have now become a part of a dynamic congregation that cares deeply for reaching the next generation of believers. Thank you for caring about the legacy that each of us leave to the generations behind us. As we look forward to a busy summer season with great retreats and mission trips, we pray that you will be reminded that God is at work in all of the ministries here at Christ UMC.
WEEKLY PROGRAM|christumcyouth.com n SUNDAY MORNINGS: 9:16 Worship | Youth Area | 9:16 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.An engaging worship service for Middle School and High School students.Bible Study | C-204 | 10:40 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
n SUNDAY NIGHTS: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Dinner: 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Cost: $3Middle School Small Groups | Youth Area | Students will learn and share life with a caring adult and peers their own age and gender. High School Sunday Night Service | Christ Center Assembly Area | Worship service with a small group session.
n WEDNESDAYS: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | For details on the sessions below, visit christumcyouth.com/wednesdays.
MIDDLE SCHOOL GROUP OPTIONSMedia & Tech | Art | Devotion Group Food and Garden
HIGH SCHOOL GROUP OPTIONSMedia & Tech | Fine Arts | Food & Garden | Devotion Group
WEEKLY PROGRAMS|christumcchildren.com n SUNDAY MORNINGS All Sunday School classes are located in Building E.
n WEDNESDAYSDinner: 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall Worship: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Preschoolers Worship | Bldg. E, Rm – 149 K5 – 5th Grade Worship | Bldg. E.
By Ashley Walker, Director of Children’s MinistrySpring is my favorite time of the year. Everything in nature becomes renewed. As you glance around and take in all of the miracles God has created for us to see, fields become full of green grass while trees and flowers begin blooming with endless color. Birds begin singing and dancing in the trees, while squirrels are playing fun games of chase, and hide and seek. In this season baby animals are being born while fuzzy caterpillars are transforming into beautiful butterflies.
Spring is a time that brings a new sense of joy and happiness. We have longer days with beautiful weather. It is a great time to spend outdoors relaxing or spending time with your family. Times can be stressful and full of never-ending to-do lists. I encourage you this season to stop and take some time and enjoy the outdoors. Look around and see all of the beautiful things in nature that God has given us. Go on a that long walk, take the children on a picnic at the park, or plant a small garden with your children so that they can watch it grow!
Use this season of new beginnings to grow closer to your family and friends, and build a stronger relationship with God and all of his glorious creations!
n 3 | PRINCESS & SUPERHERO BANQUET | For Preschool – 12th Grade | 5:00 p.m. | Christ Center Gym | Join us for a “be our guest” style kid-friendly banquet with some of your favorite princesses and superheroes! Parent attendance is mandatory. Register at christumcyouth.com/princessandsuperhero. Benefits the Youth Ministry. Cost: $15 per person or $40 per family.
n 22 | ELEMENTARY FUN NIGHT | For K5 – 5th Grade6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall | Cost: $5 per child Younger siblings are welcome!
n 22 | PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT | For 6 week olds – K4 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Cost: $10 per child | Drop the kids off for a night of fun activities. They will watch movies, enjoy activities, and play games. Be sure to send a snack or dinner and drinks for your child as food will not be provided. Register by Monday, April 18 at christumcchildren.com/register.
n 27 | PRESCHOOL FUN DAY: A DAY OF CRAFTS | For 3 & 4 year olds | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall | Crafts are fun to make for little ones, but sometimes it gets a little messy! Bring them and the mess to us! Register at christumcchildren.com/register by Friday, April 22.
n 30 | FAMILY SERVICE DAY - SPRING CLEANING | Meet in Fellowship Hall |10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |.Spring is in the Air! Join us as we serve our church family. Come help us as we clean, sort, and straighten all of our Children’s Ministry buildings! Make sure to stick around for popcorn and pizza! Parental supervision is required for this event. Visit christumcchildren.com/register for more info and to register.
By Rick Warren - For more information, visit danielplan.com
I’m staying on your trail; I’m putting one foot in front of the other. I’m not giving up.
—Psalm 17:5 MSG
Dr. Mark Hyman says that what you put on your fork dictates whether you are sick or well, slim or fat, depleted or energized. With all that riding on what you eat, it would be easy to feel overwhelmed. But there’s no pressure to change instantly; gradual change over time is sustainable. Just put one foot in front of the other. There’s plenty of grace while you are in the process. When you have a bad day, what matters is that you decide to get back on track and that you don’t give up. What do you tend to do when you have a bad day, when you feel lousy or you eat the wrong foods because you’re busy or stressed? Be gracious with yourself, because God is gracious with you. Over time you will have more good days than bad ones, and the changes will be long-lasting for your health.
Food for Thought: God is gentle with you while you are in the change process. Our goal is progress not perfection.
RECREATION INFORMATIONRecreation includes an indoor walking track, fitness room, and basketball courts, as well as regular fitness classes. All participants should complete a registration card in order to participate in any area of the Recreation Ministry. Children under 18 must have a parent/guardian signature on their registration card, and children under 14 must have a parent/guardian present.
FITNESS CLASSES: 1st class is FREE then $5 per class or purchase a six-class card for $25.
n Yoga Classes: Mondays and Thursdays at 6:00 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.
n Fitness Room: Requires a one-time fitness room orientation, held Monday - Friday at 6:30 p.m.
n Basketball Gym: Reserved for Christ UMC members and visitors who regularly attend services and up to three of their guests.
CSPORTS REGISTRATIONSn COED FLAG FOOTBALL | Registering now | For completed K5 – 6th grade for the 2015/16 school year. Evaluations are May 9 & 10 | Weekday practices and games | Season starts late May and ends mid-July. You can register at christumcsports.com or register in person at the Recreation Desk. Fee is $80 unitl 5/7.
n CSPORTS BASKETBALL CAMP | JULY 20 – 239:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Registration begins May 2 | Must be entering 1st grade through 6th grade for the upcoming 2016/17 school year. Fee is $50. Deadline to receive a camp shirt on the first day of camp is June 6th. Due to limited space, registration is not available online. Please register at the Recreation Desk.
n CSports Little Dribblers Camp | JUNE 20 & 21 | 5:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. | Registration begins May 2 | Must be entering K5 for the upcoming 2016/17 school year. Deadline to receive a camp shirt on the first day of camp is June 8. Due to limited space, registration is not available online. Please register in person at the Recreation Desk. Fee is $25.
n CSports Cheer Camp | JULY 11 – 15 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Registration begins May 2 | Must be entering K5 - 5th grade for the upcoming 2015/16 school year. Cheerleaders will cheer for the Flag Football teams! Deadline to receive a camp shirt on the first day of camp is June 24. Due to limited space, registration is not available online. Please register in person at the Recreation Desk. Fee is $50.
APRIL DATES n 5 – YRC Pictures
n 9 – CUMC Night @ Jags Baseball game
n 11 – 16 – GYM CLOSED FOR FLOOR RESURFACING
n May 1 – Tball/Baseball/Softball CELEBRATION
CHRIST CENTER HOURS Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. For additional information, call 251.706.3326 or visit: christumcsports.com.Visit /cumc.recreationministry to stay up-to-date with the Recreation Ministry.
FORWARD AND IRA DISTRIBUTIONSRob Blackwell, Church AdministratorSeveral church members have asked this year about making contributions from their IRAs, and have asked me to disseminate that information. Emphasizing that I am not a financial advisor, I’ll try to summarize. As you probably know, IRS rules mandate that individuals age 70 1/2 and older take Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from their IRAs each year, whether they need the income or not. These distributions are added to the individual’s gross income and are taxable. The Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) provision, which was made permanent in December 2015, allows up to $100,000 per year of these distributions to be excluded from income if they are made directly to a qualified charity, like Christ UMC. Instead of providing the usual Schedule A tax deduction for a charitable contribution, a QCD reduces the donor’s adjusted gross income. This avoids some of the negative consequences of RMDs and provides additional benefits, which may include:
n Providing the tax benefit of a contribution without having to itemize
n Helping to avoid a higher tax bracket
n Keeping income below the threshold for the Medicare high-income surcharge
n Reducing the taxation of Social Security benefits
n Avoiding the income-related limits on itemized contributions
n Providing favorable treatment to nondeductible IRA contributions This mechanism may not be beneficial for everyone subject to RMDs. To find out about the benefits, requirements and procedures of making a QCD, please consult your financial advisor.
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FEED THE NEEDYSUNDAY, APRIL 17
9:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.
We have an opportunity Sunday, April 17, to bless our community who are hungry. We are partnering with some other churches to make a difference in some needy families’ lives.
When you leave church on the 17th, take a Feed the Needy card and go to your favorite grocery store. After you purchase the items listed, take the food to the truck with the FEED THE NEEDY sign. The trucks will be at the Hillcrest and Cottage Hill Wal-Mart and the University and Cottage Hill Wal-Mart. We will receive the food from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Friday, April 22Hospitality Room | 6:00 p.m.
Join Pastor Jim and Kari Ann as we remember, refocus, and reignite our relationships! This evening will be a great
time of learning, sharing, and laughing together. Box meal available $20 per couple by pre-order. Contact Faye Sellers
at 251.706.3324 or [email protected] to order your meal. Meals must be ordered by Wednesday, April 20. Pay at time of event. There will be child care and activities for children.
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MONDAY, APRIL 11 | 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. | PARLOR Christ UMC Christian Cancer Support meets every 2nd Monday of the month.
Please join us for cancer education, faithful testimony, information/referral, and prayer.
Contact Teresa Atkins at [email protected] or 251.653.0364 for more information. For child care, contact Kim Pratt at [email protected] or 251.706.3331.
“Anyone who welcomes you is welcoming Me and anyone who welcomes Me is welcoming the Father who sent Me.” -
Matthew 10:40 (NIV)
Just 20-30 minutes of your time, once per month on a Sunday, can make such a
difference to a visitor. Drop by on Sundays between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the
Discover the Joy booth in the Sanctuary or the Information desk in the Christ Center to
sign up to volunteer.
Get started in the right direction with Starting Point. Learn about the Christian faith, the mission of our church and membership.
You will also learn how to get connected into the life of Christ UMC!
SUNDAY, APRIL 17 9:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. HOSPITALITY ROOM
REGISTER AT: christumcmobile.com/startingpoint
ARE YOU NEW TO CHRIST UMC?
CART DRIVERS NEEDED
For My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples. - Isaiah 56:7b (ESV)
This year will be a year of transition for the Christ United Methodist Church family. Just as Pastor Jeff and 13 missioner families studied and prayed for God’s will when they planted Christ UMC more than 35 years ago, we want to pray diligently for the changes and new opportunities Christ UMC will have.
Each month our prayers will have an emphasis. We encourage you to be involved in at least one of the following ways, in addition to your daily personal prayer time—with your prayer partner, with your small group, and with the Corporate Prayer Gathering once per month. Please make plans to join us on the following date:
Sunday, April 245:00 p.m. | Christ Center
During Jeff’s Retirement Celebration on April 24 we will keep this month’s Prayer Focus: Rejoicing – 1 Thessalonians 5:18, in mind. Heavenly Fa-ther, we celebrate our past and anticipate this new chapter in our church.
Prayer is a powerful gift from God. Join us as we continue to move forward for the kingdom.
SHARE YOUR TALENT IN THE SANCTUARY CHOIRAs we start new music after Easter, now is the best time to begin sharing your musical gifts in the choir. Just come and try it out on a Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. For information, contact Ralph Gudeman at 251.510.1099
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Michele Statkewicz and family in the death of her mother, Dorothy MartinGerald Grovenstein and family in the death of his father, Johnny GrovensteinAnn Culpepper and family in the death of her father, William JonesDawn Burnham and family in the death of her father, Elmer MartinMarcia Jacobs and family in the death of her stepmother, Lucille MacDonaldCynthia McKinnell and family in the death of her husband, Earl McKinnell, Sr.Earl McKinnell, Jr., Mike McKinnell, & Sandy Touchstone and families in the death of their father, Earl McKinnell, Sr.
Kelly Nguyen & Stephen McKinnell and families in the death of their grandfather, Earl McKinnell, Sr.Brenda Kosisky and family in the death of her husband, Robert KosiskyRheeAnn Hillis and family in the death of her father, Darrel Bjorklund
For more information, contact Donna Alexander at [email protected] or 251.342.0462, ext. 225
or visit christumcmobile.com/celebraterecovery.
A Christ-centered 12-step program for life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Recovery is a journey you don’t have to travel alone.
Every Thursday | 6:30 p.m. | Building F
TUESDAY, APRIL 58:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.Across from Recreation Desk
Provided by Susie OllhoftChrist UMC Health Care Ministry
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS
n Grieving the death of a loved onen Hospitalized or recovering from hospitalizationn Lonely or discouragedn Coping with a terminal illness n Caring for a family member with a terminal illnessn Unemployed or in a job crisisn Disabled or caring for an ill or disabled family membern Moving or relocating
n New to the congregation or the communityn Anticipating the birth or adoption of a childn Homebound or institutionalizedn Transitioning into retirementn Dealing with the crisis of agingn Facing a life transitionn Experiencing a spiritual crisisn Victims of a disaster or accident
STEPHEN MINISTERS CAREOur Stephen Ministers provide confidential, one-on-one Christian care to people who are:
And for people facing countless other crises or life challenges or who are going through a difficult time and could benefit from the care of a supportive Christian friend. Do these words resonate with you in a special way? Would you like to know more about Stephen Ministry at Christ UMC or about becoming a Stephen Minister at Christ UMC? If so, please contact Donna Alexander at 251.510.0905. Your call is confidential.
WEDNESDAY8:00 a.m. Lifegate5:30 p.m. Youth Re:Fuel6:00 p.m. Adult Studies Singles Bible Study Youth Bible Study Children’s Wednesday Night Single Mom’s Class DivorceCare6:15 p.m. Stephen Ministry
6:30 p.m. Sanctuary Choir
THURSDAY9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Library Open
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Ransom Cafe
6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery
MONDAY - FRIDAY8:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Preschool
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Mom’s Day Out
LIBRARY
John 14:26 calls the Holy Spirit our helper - But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. The Holy Spirit has also been referred to as the breath of God or God in the wind. In one incident it has been likened unto a wave of God’s spirit passing over the earth. The Spirit beckons and pushes us
to toward Christ. He was sent to be our comforter and to be present with us here on earth. If all of these things are true, then shouldn’t we know more about the person who is meant to be those things for us? Here is a list of books available in the Lighthouse Library that will help us grow in our relationship with the Holy Spirit by learning more about Him.
n God In You: Releasing The Power Of The Holy Spirit In Your Life by David Jeremiah
n Fresh Power: Experiencing The Vast Resources Of The Spirit Of God by Jim Cymbala
n The Promise Of God’s Power by Jim Cymbala
n Spirit Rising: Tapping Into The Power Of The Holy Spirit by Jim Cymbala
n Holy Spirit: Here And Now by Trevor Hudson
n The Helper by Catherine Marshall
Weekly Activities
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LOCATIONThe Music Hallway, Building B.
A convenient drop box is located in the hallway just outside the Library.
