Worship Service Times - 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday Night "Simply Worship" Service on Hiatus until August
Peace Email Connection - April 29, 2016
Worship Services - May 1, 2016

6th Sunday of Easter

Scripture: Hosea 14:4-8 (NLT)

Sermon:   Tom Wilkinson
Ordinary: "God's Kingdom Is Like a Garden"

Synopsis:  God's Kingdom is not an assembly line in a factory.  God's Kingdom is not a military operation with battle plans and lines of attack.  God's Kingdom is not a land of rainbows and unicorns, with everyone frolicking magically to and fro with no responsibilities and no rules.  God's Kingdom is like a garden, beautiful and dynamic, but carefully tended and growing with purpose.  We are both the blooms and the junior gardeners, given all the tools we need to bring the  harvest home.

Our Wednesday evening "Simply Worship"service is taking a hiatus.  The new fall schedule will begin in August and include monthly pot-luck fellowship dinners!  Watch for more information to follow after the summer break.
Youth Dinner & Silent Auction - April 29 

TODAY- Friday, April 29 at 6:00 p.m.
the Student Ministry of Peace United Methodist Church will be hosting their annual Dinner & Silent Auction. This is a great opportunity to participate in a meaningful way in the lives of the young people in our church community and to assist in the mission work that will take place this summer.   TICKETS will be on sale at the door for only $5.00 per person.   For more information about our Youth program, please go to www.peaceyouth.net .
Pet Blessing and Dog Walk/Woof Fest - April 30 

This year our Peace Pet Blessing will be held in conjunction with the annual Hunter's Creek Relay For Life Woof Fest and Dog Walk!  For a waggin' good time register for this year's one mile Dog Walk to pay tribute and promote awareness to those affected by cancer, including our canine best friends. 
The event will be held here at Peace on Saturday, April 30th.  Registration for the dog walk is also available the day of the event (only $20) from 9:00-9:30 a.m.  All proceeds benefit Relay For Life.  The free pet blessing (for all creatures great and small) by Pastor LeeAnn starts at 9:40 a.m.  The dog walk will begin immediately following the pet blessing.  Save the date and come woof, walk and wag! 
Stop Hunger Now! Food Packing Event - May 1

Stop Hunger Now is around the corner and kids are excitedly collecting for the mission. So far, the church has collected a total of approximately $1,130.00 towards our goal of $2,900.00.  You can continue to make donations by labeling your check or cash Stop Hunger Now, or bring in your spare change and drop it in the collection can on the Welcome Table.  Kids during Kids Own Worship and Sunday School are also encouraged to bring in their spare change.  The event is on Sunday, May 1st starting at 1:45 p.m. (arrive at 12:30 p.m. if you can help with set-up ).   You can sign up online to join us for the packing event. Contact Julie Chatfield for more information.
UMW Annual Garage Sale - May 7

Please support the United Methodist Women by donating quality used items, sorting, pricing, baking and/or shopping at our annual Garage Sale on
Saturday, May 7th from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  All proceeds go to support our UMW missions, many of which benefit our community and church.  Sign up TODAY  to volunteer-sheets are on the table in the back of sanctuary.  Donations of gently used items may be dropped off at the church on Thursday, May 5th and Friday, May 6th (no large furniture please). Your help is vital to our success!
ONE COMBINED "Celebrate the Family" Service - May 8

On Mother's Day, May 8th , we will be joining in our quarterly unified worship service (one service only that day combining all our mini-congregations) at 10:00 a.m., Celebrating the Family.  Of course, we'll be celebrating moms (please bring yours proudly!) but we are also going to take joy in all the families that bring meaning to our lives: not just genetically related families, but all the groups of people God has given us in our lives to share love and laughter and do good work together. 

We'll begin the morning with a FREE pancake breakfast from  9:00-9:30 a.m . (no sign-up required--just show up hungry) and we have some special ways we want you to participate in the worship service.  We'd love to have as many pictures as possible of different families at Peace to which you belong.  You have just a few days left to submit those pictures to Julie Chatfield.  You'll hav e a chance in worship to share what your faith family means to you.  And we have quite a few delightful musical surprises in store. 
Kids' Night Out - May 14

Sign up
for Kids Night Out on Saturday, May 14th from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m Kids Night Out is a time where kids join us at Peace Church for fun while parents get a much needed break.  We will have Bible Themed crafts, games, snacks and more.  Our next theme is Angry Birds.  Reservations are suggested but not required so that we can plan accordingly.  All proceeds will support Children's Ministries Missions.  Please help spread the word.
Team Peace at the 2016 MS Citrus Tour - May 21/22

Support "Team Peace" in 2016!  We formed our church cycling team in 2009 to raise funds to help find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis.  There is no cure yet, but with continued funding for research, hope is on the horizon! 
On May 21st & 22nd, our team members will be bicycling 50, 75 and 150 mile routes on the MS Citrus Tour.  Go to the Peace website to make an online donation to our Team, or give via cash or check at church (make checks out to Peace UMC with "Team Peace MS " on the memo line). Your support is greatly appreciated!
Children's Ministry News

NEW CHILDREN'S MINISTRY IDENTITY: KIDS' ZONE- F.R.O.G.S - Following Roads to Our God.  
Greeting from all of us F.R.O.G.S. Don't know who we are? We are F ollowing R oads to O ur G od. You might know us as the former Nursery or Childcare, but we are no longer a place for little ones to be dropped off and just looked after. Kids Zone F.R.O.G.S meet in Classroom A to engage in interesting Bible lessons, participate in exciting activities, and even share a little snack.  The 9:30 experience:  Kids ages 3 months to 5 years are dropped off in the Kids' Zone (Classroom A).  Kids 6 years to 5th grade begin in the Sanctuary with their families, head to the Studio following the children's story for Kids' Worship, and then return back to their families for Communion.  The 11:00 experience: Kids ages 3 months to 11 years head to Kids' Zone (Classroom A).  All kids are joined together for a Bible Lesson then separated into small groups for further study.  For more info, please contact Peace Kids' Zone Coordinator Rostam Kondolojy (Mr. K) at p eacekidszone@gmail.com or by phone at 407-353-0054.  

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 3 weeks of Summer Camp, Vacation Bible School, Movie Madness and Kids Day Out.  Our activities fit any budget and any schedule.  Check out details at our church website. Be sure invite friends too.  All are welcome!

45s UPDATE: 

As the school year comes to an end, so does our 45s season.  That means that if you are a rising 5th grader, it is highly encouraged that you participate in the Student/Parent preteen passage class.  During this class parents and students will be celebrating a milestone that is part of your child's pathway to spiritual maturity.  We will also look forward to what God will continue to do in the life of your child. This is truly a great bonding experience with your student that helps you gain a bigger understanding of your role as a parent and how to guide them on their spiritual journey. You only need to attend one class. Our first one is THIS Sunday 5/1 at 4:00 p.m. Please sign up so I can plan accordingly.  This is only for 5th grade students and their parents.  However, the rest of the schedule is inclusive to both 4th and 5th graders.  

 

May 1st:  Stop Hunger Now.  Arrive at 1:45 for training.  Event goes from 1:45-3:45. We will have a regularly schedule 45s following the event.  

May 1st: Rising 5th grade class. 4:00-5:30
May 8th:  Mother's Day- No 45s.
May 15th: End of the Year Party at Eddie's House.  Details soon.
May 22nd: Rising 5th grade Ceremony and last day of 45s for this school year. 

We have encouraged the kids to find a Spiritual Mentor. This needs to be an adult mentor who follows God and who would be a good role model for them in their spiritual development.  It is better if this mentor is not family, however, grandparents or aunts and uncles are good choices.  Parents already have a special role in their student's life.  If you are needing assistance in helping your student find someone, or need more direction, please let us know.  We will be happy to assist you.    

  

Julie Chatfield - Director of Children's Ministries  juleelchat@gmail.com  

Heidi Hoopingarner -45s Coordinator eahoop@bellsouth.net  

New "Hearts in Motion" Special Needs Ministry

Hearts in Motion Ministry Team
Hearts in Motion Special Needs Ministry  is in full gear.  Hearts in Motion began with a vision from Rick Westman, whose dream was to provide a loving and caring place at Peace for those with special needs.  After research and investigation we were ready to move forward, to "Just Do it".  Announcements were made, more interest was generated, and on Sunday, April 10th a team of 10, including four adults experienced in educating Special Needs, plus six avid volunteers, met and passionately agreed to support the cause.  Our first day was last Sunday, April 17th during the 9:30 service.  During the hour we enrolled three beautiful young adults with Special Needs.  Buddies were assigned and the group engaged in conversation, beginning the process of getting to know each other.  As the hour wrapped up, all expressed enthusiasm and are looking forward to this week's meeting.  

Hearts in Motion offers two classrooms, one for three months to age 11 in classroom C and one for adults in classroom D.  We meet every Sunday from 9:30-10:30 a.m.  Early arrival is recommended.  Our first priority is to provide a safe and caring atmosphere.  There is a brief assessment and introduction where personal buddies will be assigned to each person.  Any helpful information can be shared and is encouraged at this introductory time. All classrooms are additionally monitored by an adult experienced in special needs.  Volunteers are background check screened, and also participate in continued training and team meetings.  Next, each class offers a flexible Bible lesson with sensory opportunities.  We believe that the Good News is for everyone.  Last, when possible, we hope to integrate these friends into the life of our church.  We believe that all have God given gifts for the edification of the body of Christ.  If you are interested in joining us contact Juli e Chatfield at  juleelchat@gmail.com or call the church office at  407-438-8947 .
Women's Summer Study - "Lavender Springs"

This summer join us for a relaxing and spiritually nourishing spa-themed study where you'll be reminded of God's faithfulness and the power of connecting with other women. Through
three refreshing sessions, we will journey through the psalms of the Bible, studying the different kinds of songs, poems, and psalms that have inspired people for centuries.  Learn how the psalms help us share our feelings, disappointments, celebrations, and doubts with a truly great listener: God.  

You'll leave with a fresh approach to prayer and stronger faith!  Mark your calendars now for these three special nights - June 17th, July 15th and August 19th from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Contact the Church Office to RSVP.
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