Sizzlin' Summer: Getting to Know Our Neighbors
Getting to Know Our Neighbors –Following the worship service on July 17th, there will be a BBQ luncheon in the Gathering Place. After lunch, Cynthia Lopynski, Program Coordinator from the Arlington District, will share current information regarding Pender UMC’s mission field. Come find out who our neighbors are.
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United Methodists Stand Against Racism – On Sunday, August 21st, at 4pm, in the Gathering Place, the Rev. Deborah Porras will lead an intense Bible study on the important social issue of racism. After the study, informal discussions will continue over ice-cream.
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Reaching New People – This is proven, current, methodology for “making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world” UMC BOD, 2016, ¶ 120, It utilizes local church strengths and people to “project the church’s presence” into the community.
The Rev. Melissa Dunlap has agreed to be our consultant. She is coming on Sunday, September 18, from 3-5pm, to lead an introductory workshop. Everyone is welcome with the goal that there will be a Reaching New People team, made up of both volunteer and recruited members, that will meet monthly with our consultant over a twelve-month period.