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Little Children Spring Cantata
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The adorable little children of LUMC have once again entertained us Wednesday April 11th, and we’ve captured it. The pictures are now posted on the Photo Gallery page. Take a look and see how much fun you missed if you didn’t attend. You also missed the entire audience participating in the Hokey Pokey for Jesus.
There are also a couple of videos from that night posted in the video section of our web site that you just can’t miss. Be sure to play the “Children Getting Set” first to get the full affect.
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Merry Christmas from Pastor Gary
Posted by: | CommentsDear Lauderdale United Methodist Church Family & Friends,
A cartoon from a few years ago showed a woman saying to her husband, “Good grief, Henry. Here’s Christmas at our throats again!”
Amid the preparations for Christmas each year, there always seem to be a few voices like hers, proclaiming a “Bah, humbug!” on the whole business. And if the truth be known, some of us may feel less than excited about Christmas ourselves. The expense, the crowds, the overindulgence, the hurried schedules and all the other trappings of modern Christmas celebrations are enough to make all of us to have a Scrooge look at the season.
In the face of the humbug state of affairs, it is helpful to remember that God did not send Jesus to be “at our throats,” but to be “in our hearts.” The difference between those two concepts defines the gap between gloom and glory. There’s a reason we call the gospel good news. As John so aptly put it, “For God sent the Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him” (3:17).
Jesus is God’s gift to our world — and to our hearts. When Jesus resides within, whether we enjoy or merely tolerate the flurry of seasonal preparations, Christmas itself is a grand opportunity to say thank you to God for the gift of the Son.
My Prayer for you is that you and your family have a Blessed Christmas and remember to let Christ be the center of your life.
In God’s peace & Merry Christmas,
Gary
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Shoe Box Party a Success
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The Shoe Box Party was a wonderful success!! We packed 210 boxes to send to Samaritan’s Purse for Operation Christmas Child. What now you may ask? Our boxes are taken to a collection point in Meridian and then to a processing center. From there they must go through customs clearance before being put on hundreds of trucks/lorries and then sea containers ready for transport across the world. Our boxes and millions like them will be delivered to local churches and ministry partners in their receiving country. The shoe boxes are given to children unconditionally. Where appropriate, children are offered a copy of The Greatest Gift of All booklet in their own language by local churches and ministry partners to share the love of God.
Many photos were taken while we packed these boxes so don’t forget to take a look. Click here for picture page!
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New Photo Galleries Posted
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Many new photo galleries have been posted including pictures from Breakfast for Fielders, Playground and Pastor’s Office Dedication and Pastor Appreciation Picnic. Check them out!!!
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Fall Festival
Posted by: | CommentsHello Everyone!!
I wanted to give you some details about our Fall Festival that is going to be next Saturday, October 29 beginning at 5:00 pm.�
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Operation Christmas Child – Shoe Box Ministry
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e mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to needy children around the world and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. November 6th, after the youth lunch, we will be packing over 200 boxes. In order to fill these boxes we are still in need of items. Read More→
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Childrens’ Paintings!!!
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Thanks to Karen for a lesson on the awe of God’s creation. There were about 26 children participating in tonight’s Wednesday night 1st – 6th grade class. They had a wonderful time painting and praising God through their artwork. Summer activities are coming to an end and we will be resuming our regular activities in a couple of weeks!
Children will be promoted to their new classes according to grade level in school on Wednesday, August 17. There will be a potluck fellowship meal at 6 pm and promotion ceremony to follow. We invite you to join us every Wednesday night at 6pm for a meal, then prayer, praise, music, and much more!!! There’s something for children ages 0-99!
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Vacation Bible School
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Sunday, July 17th we are starting Hometown Nazareth Vacation Bible School. It promises to be one of the most exciting things we’ve ever done. Come bring Friends, Children, Grandchildren, Neighbors!!! It is going to be awesome. I hope to see you there. Sunday, July 17th at 5:30 – 8:00 through Friday, July 22 for the family program.
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Youth Retreat July 8-July 10th
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HELLO PARENTS AND YOUTH,
RE: YOUTH RETREAT, JULY 8TH – JULY 10TH
WE WILL BE MEETING AT LUMC FRIDAY, JULY 8TH AT 9:00AM. WE WILL SPEND THE DAY WORKING AT CHURCH MEMBERS HOMES AND ALSO AT THE CHURCH PLAYGROUND. Then, AT 5PM BEGINS THE YOUTH RETREAT. YOUTH WILL BE STAYING AT THE SIMMONS’ HOMES @ DALEWOOD. YOUTH WILL COME TO CHURCH TOGETHER ON JULY 10TH AND DEPART FOR HOME FOLLOWING THE 10:45 AM SERVICE THAT DAY. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR YOUR YOUTH TO ATTEND.
THINGS NEED FOR YOUTH RETREAT
1.) BIBLE
2.) SLEEPING BAG/ PILLOW ; AIR MATTRESS (IF YOU HAVE ONE)
3.) TOWELS, WASHCLOTHS, BEACH TOWEL
4.) SHAMPOO, TOOTHPASTE, TOOTHBRUSH, SOAP ETC…
5.) SETS OF CLOTHES & PAJAMAS (CHURCH CLOTHES FOR SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP)
6.) MODEST BATHING SUIT AND COVER UP IF NEEDED!!!
7.) 12 PACK OF DRINKS (THAT WILL BE SHARED)
8.) FAVORITE SNACKS
9.)CASUAL CAMP CLOTHES (NO SHORT SHORTS OR LOW CUT TANK TOPS), TENNIS SHOES, FLIP FLOPS,
10.) SUNSCREEN, INSECT REPELLANT, HAT/SUNGLASSES
11.) FLASHLIGHT
12.) GOOD ATTITUDE!!!!!!!!!!!
LEAVING RETREAT POLICY:
IF CHILD NEEDS TO LEAVE OR BE PICKED UP EARLY, PLEASE BRING A NOTE FROM PARENT.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US BY PHONE.
THANKS,
BEN AND HEATHER JONES
DUSTY AND ASHLEY SIMMONS
PHONE NUMBERS TO REMEMBER
ASHLEY SIMMONS: 601-917-7266
HEATHER JONES: 601-480-3253
BEN JONES: 601-480-6655
DUSTY SIMMONS: 601-513-0410
RICKY & BEVERLY SIMMONS HOME: 601-632-1247
DUSTY & ASHLEY SIMMONS HOME: 601-637-0020
CELL PHONES CAN BE BROUGHT, BUT MUST REMAIN WITH ADULT FOR EMERGENCY USE ONLY.
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LUMC Honoring our Graduates
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Sunday, May 15, at the 10:45 service we will honor graduates. After the service there will be a POTLUCK LUNCH and cake. A card will be passed around tonight (Wednesday) by Ashley and Sunday morning (see Virginia Parks).
Following is a list of our youth and nursery workers that are graduating:
Katherine Elizabeth Rhaly “Katie”
Rachel Denise Hickman “Rachel”
Kristin Demi Shelby “Kristin”
Jessica Suzanne Rose “Jessica”
Jessica Smith Fisher “Jessica”
Meagan Elizabeth Myrick “Meagan”
