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]. 

Join our Peace Habitat for Humanity Work Team this summer!  Our next work day is Saturday, July 11th.  Habitat has a very active presence in Orlando building affordable homes (with sweat equity provided by those who will live in them) and rehabbing foreclosed properties as well.  We believe everyone should have a safe and affordable place to live.  Can't make the work day?  You can also volunteer at the Habitat ReStore (where surplus building supplies are sold to the general public to provide funding for the Habitat staff costs).  Sign up on the table in the back of the sanctuary, or contact the Church Office to express your interest today 407-438-8947 or [email protected]. 

Series Synopsis:  As a nod to summer fun, we thought we'd explore the rich lessons of some of the first books we read as children (and never grow tired of as adults), the classic works of Theodor Geisel (aka Dr. Seuss).  There is a surprising amount of theological depth to be gleaned from Seussian characters from Sam-I-Am to the Grinch. They function as modern day parables with great wit and wisdom.  Join us for five weeks of familiar tales for kids of all ages and the Christian themes within-and we'll share a little extra special fun along the way as well.

•  July 12 - "Green Eggs and Ham" - We are reluctant to try experiences outside our comfort zone, but the scriptures tell us that God is doing a new thing.
•  July 19 - "Bartholomew and the Oobleck"  - We all make mistakes. It's just part of the human experience. 
•  July 26 - "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" - CHRISTMAS IN JULY. We lash out in response to the people and events that scar us.  But the love of Jesus changes all that.
•  August 2 - "Sneetches" - We come from different places, it's true.  But what unifies us is far more powerful than what separates us: we are all Children of God, created in God's own image.
•  August 9 - "Horton Hears a Who" - KIDS CREATIVITY CAMP WORSHIP-  As disciples of Jesus, we are called to stand up for, aid, and defend those who can't speak and act for themselves.
•  August 16th - YOUTH SUNDAY WORSHIP

Summer is here and it's one of my busiest, yet most fun seasons as Children's Ministry Director. The 45s Bahamas Church Exchange was life changing.   Join us on July 12th during worship to hear all about it.

Camp Peace has been great, with enrollment at an all time high of 40+ kids per week, and Vacation Bible School with 120 plus proves another successful summer of teaching kids about God's Word.  These recent events have all been testimony of God at work, and of the fabulous and indispensable servant leadership that has made it possible.  I thank you all from the bottom of my heart. 

 July continues with Hobby Time starting on Wednesday, July 1st at 1:00 p.m.  Movie Madness begins with "Flubber" on Tuesday, July 7th at 1:00 p.m.  Kids bring a chaperone, pillow, blanket and some change for concessions and enjoy a free movie in our sanctuary. 

If you have a student rising into 6th grade, the general process during the 9:30 a.m. worship is as follows.  Kids can attend Kids Worship through the Summer, then once 6th grade starts in the Fall, we encourage them to remain in adult worship with their families.  I hope the transition is as seamless as possible,  but if you need assistance, please feel free to contact me.  

I hope your summer continues to be safe and full of adventure but remember, Church is open all Summer long and I hope to see you often.   Check out pictures below of the fun we've been having so far.  Julie Chatfield, Children's Ministry Director

Movie Madness: Children of all ages keep 'cool' and join us for a free movie every Tuesday in July.  Please bring a pillow, blanket and an adult chaperone. Then kick back in the cool sanctuary for a weekly cool movie.  Concessions will be sold for a small price.  Be the coolest kid and invite your friends.  2015 Movie Schedule:

•  July 7-  "Flubber" with Robin Williams- rated PG. 
•  July 14- "Wizards of Wavery Place- The Movie"- rated G
•  July 21- "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2"- rated PG.
•  July 28- "Lemonade Mouth"- rated G

Hobby Time is every Wednesday in July from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. for children Preschool through fifth grade.  Kids sign up for two class choices (one each hour).  The cost is only $15.00 for first child, $10.00 for second child, with a $30.00 max per family.  Classes include:

•  Cooking- Join Mr. K (Rostam Kondolojy), a culinary expert who is excited to share his cooking skills and help kids create yummy snacks.   Lessons and Snacks include:  Intro to the Kitchen- Monkey Ice Cream; Kitchen tools and safety- Oreo bars; Knife skills- French bread pizzas; Cream Cheese quesadillas.
•  Sports- Coach Matt Boyce will warm up the players, teach basic rules of the specified game and then let kids play.  Wear athletic clothing and bring bottled water. Games include: Capture the Flag; Flag Tag; Capture the Football; Basketball; Flag Football.
•  Science- Things just happen to fizz, pop, smoke and explode, and before you know it, you're a part of the learning experience.  These activities are from Steve Spangler Science and lead by our camp counselors.  Each activity makes learning about science fun. 
•  Art- Creative Peace members share their artistic passions and skills.  Each week brings something unique and new.  Sessions include: Jewelry Making; Sewing Class; Card making; Recycled Art; Wax Art.

Preschoolers ages 3-5 year olds in Hobby Time will join us for two hours of fun designed just for them.  They will spend the first 20 minutes of each pre-selected activity and then return to a classroom for free play and additional engaging activities of their own.  Check out complete details at our church website www.peaceumcorlando.org or contact Julie Chatfield at 321-689-6899 [email protected]. 

Those of you who signed up recently to participate in the revival of Dinner Groups will be hearing from your Dinner Group leaders within the next week. This is a reincarnation of a getting-to-know-you activity from the very beginnings of Peace Church where we are giving folks an opportunity to meet each other in a casual environment, sharing some food and conversation.  We had more than 60 people sign up to participate, and groups of 8-10 people will be getting together on a schedule and at a location that they decide works for them, so be on the lookout for that contact, and if you signed up and don't hear from anybody, contact the church office at 407-438-8947. (You can also do that if you still want to get in on the fun and never got around to signing up.)