Peace UMC 
PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
EMAIL NEWSLETTER  - May 14, 2015
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This Weekend in Worship:
Ascension Sunday!

Sermon: Rev. LeeAnn Inman

"Looking UP and looking OUT"


Scripture: Acts 1:1-11 and Luke 24:44-53

Join us this weekend for Ascension Sunday...when we move from the celebration of Easter (including the appearances of Jesus to the disciples for forty days after the resurrection) to Pentecost, when we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the church.
Revival of Peace Dinner Groups

LAST CALL to get in on this round of Peace Dinner Groups!  Be bold!  Try something different!  Make some new friends!  In Peace's founding days, folks signed up to be randomly paired with others for a series of dinners they shared to get to know one another better.  We're bringing it back!  Sign up to participate this Sunday on the back table or on the Peace website. Questions?  Please contact the church office 407-438-8947.

Ways to Serve

At Peace we believe that all followers of Christ are called to serve.  Each of us is gifted to serve in unique ways.  And it is only by serving that we can come to understand God's relationship with us. Here are some ways to serve at Peace right now with varying levels of time commitment and expertise. Contact the Church Office to start a conversation about how YOU can serve today:

  • Vacation Bible School helpers & crew leaders
  • Sunday morning Coffee Service
  • Hospitality Team members
  • Youth Counselors
  • Worship Techs
  • Pie Coordinator
Habitat for Humanity Build Day - May 16
Our next Habitat for Humanity build day is Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Brian & Victoria Arndt's house, located at 3340 Rogers Drive, Orlando!   One more build date has been scheduled for Peace Volunteers to help lay sod, landscape, and finish touch up paint. Follow this link to  Sign up now!
New Member Class - May 17 @ 12:15 p.m.

If you are looking for a church home, then we invite you to join our spring Membership Class.  For those coming from different denominations or other faith backgrounds, this class provides a supportive setting in which to learn more about Peace Church, United Methodism and what church membership means. There is no obligation to join Peace Church just because you take the class. We will be glad to have you participate and explore your spiritual gifts. To sign up please contact  Marianne Barnes at 407-687-5368 or [email protected].


 
Sunday, May 17 at 12:15 - 2:00 p.m.: Workshop and Luncheon:  

We will talk in depth about our Peace family and answer any questions you may have. (Lunch will be provided)

Heart Spa "Chocolate Boutique" - May 20 @ 6:30 p.m.

Scripture study, girlfriend time and chocolate...yes please!


 
It's not too late to join this summer women's fellowship and study! The sessons guide you in discovering all about God's grace-how richly, extravagantly, and surprisingly he indulges us with his love and grace. There will be Bible lessons for real life, decadent snacks, fun activities, and prayer. Heart Spa will be held the 3rd Wednesday of every month beginning at 6:30 p.m. on May 20, June 17, July 15 and August 19.  There's no homework - come to one session or come to all!  To RSVP contact Jana Hart at 407-438-8947 or  

[email protected]  (Childcare will be provided)


 
"Taste and see that the Lord is good."- Psalm 34:8

"Dress a Girl" Sewing Group - May 21 @ 9:30 a.m.

So many ladies from the church and the community have come forward to help us with sewing that we are succeeding in our Peace UM Church mission to "Dress A Girl Around the World."  To date we have made over 400 dresses and 180 dolls, which have been distributed in India, Haiti and the Philippines. We are now branching out and have started making boys shorts and hygiene kits for countries without paper products. We are always glad to see new faces join us in this worthy mission. Our sewing sessions in the sanctuary are scheduled for May 21 and 28 starting at 9:30 a.mThanks to all who have generously donated items and time.  Come and join us! 

UMW Circle of Hope - May 21 @ 11:00 a.m.

Join our United Methodist Women Circle of Hope on Thursday, May 21 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the church Youth Room. 


 
We focus on bible studies as they relate to today's women of all ages.  Interactive study encouraging all to participate.  For more information, please contact Ann Strehlow 407-859-8255.

Church Work Day - June 27 @ 8:00 a.m.

Come help give our church home a summer cleaning!  The Peace United Methodist Church Trustee committee is sponsoring a Church Work Day. There will be jobs for all ages. We have work to do both inside and outside the building. Mark your calendars now for Saturday, June 27th 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. noon.  Don't forget to bring your gloves!  Questions? Contact the church office 407-438-8947 or [email protected]

Children's Ministry News

Sign up for Summer Camp and VBS Today!  Now is a great time to think ahead to summer and make decisions on what your kids will be doing to stay busy and happy during Summer break. We offer great options such as 4 weeks of Summer Camp, Vacation Bible School, Movie Madness and Hobby Time.  Our activities fit any budget and any schedule. Check out complete details at our church website or pick up a information on the Children's Ministries Table.  Be sure invite friends too.  All are welcome. 

Peace Youth Ministry News

This summer our High School students will embark on a mission trip to Atlanta, Georgia where we will be working with M25, a United Methodist ministry to those experiencing homelessness in that area. They will be ministering and volunteering at children's centers, homeless shelters, and other local missions.  


 
Our Middle School students will be working closer to home (in a suburb of north Orlando) renovating homes for those in need as we partner up for a 15th year with Impact Ministries of Central Florida. 


 
We ask for your prayers as we take on these amazing summer mission opportunities.  Please also prayerfully consider joining our team of Adult Youth Counselors Contact Brandon Sangster, Director of Student Ministries, for more information 407-932-8223. www.peaceyouth.net 

Bishop's Special Offering for Annual Conference

Dear Sisters and Brothers of the Florida Conference,

 

I am pleased to announce that a grand offering will be collected at the 2015 Florida Annual Conference event during June 10-13.  Our theme this year is "Next Generations-Together in the Baptismal Waters" and I invite you to be a part of this special opportunity.

 

This offering will support our commitment to the next generations in Florida and in the malaria-endemic world. In areas with high transmission of malaria, the most vulnerable groups are young children and pregnant women-whose immune systems are less able to fight the disease. Malaria exacts its largest burden on Africa's next generations. Half of our offering will support our No More Malaria campaign and half will support the continued growth and learning of Florida's newly ordained clergy.

 

Imagine No Malaria (one-half). This will complete the Florida Conference's emphasis on this life-saving ministry, which is transforming the continent of Africa, where so much of the church's growth is taking place. This is a profound ministry of healing in the name of Jesus.

 

Ordinand Pilgrimage to the Holy Land (one-half). We are beginning a tradition that once every four years the Bishop will take to the Holy Land (Israel and Palestine) those who have been ordained. Educational Opportunities has made a commitment to partner with us on this at cost. (Note: once every four years the Bishop also leads a pilgrimage to the Holy Land that includes laity and local pastors). This experience will add immeasurably to the teaching and preaching of clergy in their early years.


 
We are asking local churches to receive an offering on May 24 (Pentecost) as a participation in this expression of God's mission. Thank you for your support of our efforts to engage the next generation in the mission of God and to develop leaders who have a heart for service and will make a difference in our world.

 

The peace of the Lord,

Kenneth H. Carter, Jr.

Florida Area Resident Bishop

The United Methodist Church

www.flumc.org

Peace Sunday Worship Service Times:

8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.

Church Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Fridays 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 Noon

If you have a weekend or after business hours emergency - please dial 407-438-8947 ext. 203 and follow the instructions to reach our Pastor on call

 


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