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Dear Friends,
Have you ever wished to visit the Holy Land, but haven't done so to date. I am planning to travel to the Holy Land April 20-May 8, 2018. I invite you to travel with me!
Richard Hull of our congregation is working with
Custom Travel Network to line up the trip. We will hold an informational meeting Wednesday, October 25 at 2:30 pm in Room 1 of the Education Building. This will be a time to learn details of the trip,
the itinerary, answer questions, and costs.
Having been to Israel twice, I am excited to participate in this opportunity to share with others the unique opportunity to grow in faith and understanding of the land where Jesus lived and walked.
Please let us know if you'd like to participate in this informational
meeting so we will have enough refreshments and information sheets.
Marvin
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SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS - THIS SATURDAY
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Are you dreading the holidays because you are grieving the death of a loved one? Wondering how to respond when someone invites you to a holiday gathering that you'd rather skip than attend?
If you have lost a loved one and are struggling to "maintain" in the midst of other people's holiday excitement, mark your calendar to attend the seminar "Surviving the Holidays" this Saturday, October 21, 10:00 am, Room 4.
The workshop will provide ideas to help you prepare for the holiday season. Register to reserve your student guide ($5) by calling the church office at (480) 895-8766.
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UMW WELCOME BACK TEA - OCTOBER 25
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If you plan on attending the UMW "Welcome Back Tea" the sign-up deadline is Monday, October 23!
The tea will feature guest speaker Diane Eddy with Global Tea Market Tea Room on October 25, 1:00 pm in Lindsay Hall.
Please R.S.V.P. to the church office at (480) 895-8766 or sign up in Lindsay Hall.
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SWEET LIFE CAFE - ANGELS - OCTOBER 26
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"Never drive faster than your guardian angel can fly!"
Really, are there guardian angels? Good question! Join us at the Sweet Life Café as we seek to uncover the truth about the existence of guardian angels. Using Douglas Connelly's study "Angels Standing Guard," the doors of the Café will be open on Thursdays from October 26 through November 16, 12:00 to 1:30 pm in Room 1. Bring your lunch and bring a friend!
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UNDERSTANDING CANCER CARE - OCTOBER 26
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Join Dr. Szabo and Aida Amado, NP from Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, October 26 at 9:00 a.m. for coffee and a presentation on "Understanding Cancer Care."
The topics offered are:
- What is cancer?
- How is cancer treated?
- What questions do you ask your doctor?
- How is the diagnosis confirmed?
- How to communicate to your healthcare team?
The presentation will end with a question and answer period, finishing with a light lunch.
Please R.S.V.P. to the church office, (480) 895-8766 by October 23, 2017 so we will have enough lunches!
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FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN - SIGN UP BY OCTOBER 27
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The Missions committee will be packing food boxes for Feed My Starving Children and needs volunteers on Thursday, November 2, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm in Mesa.
To sign up, email Harry Hise at [email protected] or call him at (480) 895-8227. Deadline for sign up is October 27.
We will meet in the west parking lot to carpool over to the location in Mesa.
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SINGLES WELCOME BACK POTLUCK - OCTOBER 27
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The SLUMC Singles will kick off the season with a welcome back potluck, October 27, 5:00 pm in Lindsay Hall. Entertainment will be provided by Melanie Brooks, an ASU student studying to be a choral director, playing her saxophone.
Wear your favorite costume, create a new one, or come as you are and enjoy a fun-filled evening!
Sign up in Lindsay Hall to bring a cold or hot dish for everyone's enjoyment.
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30TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER - OCTOBER 29
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Don't miss our 30th Anniversary banquet, held at the Cottonwood Ball Room on October 29. Doors open at 4:30 pm and dinner will be served at 5:00 pm. There are a few tickets left for the dinner!
We will celebrate with memories of the last 30 years of our church, sing hymns, enjoy 50's and 60's music led by our very own Cris and Bart Evans, and some exciting surprises!
Purchase your tickets ($25 per person) by
October 20 in the church office.
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KRAFTERS BAZAAR - NOVEMBER 4
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Come and see our colorful seasonal crafts, handmade by the Krafters! This year we have table top Christmas trees, wreaths, wall hangings, table runners, place mats and napkins plus many more one-of-a-kind Christmas items.
Our seasonal floral arrangements are exceptional and reasonably priced. We also have Christmas decorations, hostess gifts, and pet items.
As usual, we have a large assortment of doll clothes, accessories and shoes, made to fit the 18-inch, American Girl
® doll.
These include outfits for both the boy and girl dolls and are all beautifully sewn by our own Krafty ladies. W
e take custom orders!
You will not want to miss our
Simple Treasures boutique featuring gently used household items. The jewelry tables include a huge number of attractively displayed items at bargain prices.
For your sweet tooth, our popular bake sale will have soup and cookie mixes, snack gift items, along with fresh baked goods (pies, cakes, cookies, candies), and our famous jalapeno jelly.
We accept credit cards for sales totaling $25.00 or more.
Refreshments available.
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The Hamilton High School Social Services Director has identified 77 families who we'll help this Thanksgiving season.
Beginning November 20 at 8:00 am we will pack the food boxes with each family arriving to pick up their food box.
We need canned vegetables and cranberry sauce, stuffing, gravy mix, and instant potatoes. We also need "filler items" like macaroni and cheese, baked beans, canned fruit, Capri Sun drinks, soup and cereal. Use any of the gray missions tubs for your contributions.
Thank you!
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You can now tithe from your smart phone!
The Joyfully2UMC phone app, found in the Google, Apple, or Android store, allows you to securely tithe to SLUMC from your smart phone!
The app is provided by our trusted e-giving provider, Vanco Payment Solutions, and is the same company used on our website for online giving.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call Dee at the church office at (480) 895-8766 x108.
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SUNSHINE FRIENDS NEED HELP!
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The Sunshine Friends need help serving lunch and/or refreshments at receptions or luncheons after a memorial service.
This rewarding volunteer opportunity allows you to help the Sunshine Friends as well as caring for our congregation.
Interested? Please contact Cheryl Gerblick at (
480) 883-7966 or Becky Kienow at (
480) 802-7362. You may also contact the church office at (480) 895-8766.
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THE MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORIES ARE IN!
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The Sun Lakes United Methodist Church 2017 Membership Directories have arrived!
If your picture appears in the directory, please stop by the office to pick up your family's copy of the directory.
The directory is also available electronically. Send an email to [email protected] with your request and we will respond with an attachment of the membership directory file.
If you are unable to print a copy of the electronic file, we can print a copy for you in the church office for a fee.
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CALENDAR EVENT REQUEST FORM
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Do you have an upcoming event you'd like to schedule on the church calendar?
In an effort to keep the church calendar accurate, updated, and available for all the events, both from our church groups, along with outside groups, we have developed a system to accomplish all of these things.
Using a "calendar event request" form for every event allows the office and facilities staff to keep everything running smoothly and provide exactly what everyone needs for their events.
The "calendar event request" form is available online, listed below in the "important links" section and is also available in the mail center of the church office lobby. Using this form confirms your request for the availability of the date, time, and room you'd like to hold your event.
If you have questions, contact the church office at (480) 895-8766.
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...A memorial service will be held for Bob Kiehl, Thursday, October 26, 10:00 am in the Chapel. A reception will follow in Room 4 of the Education Building.
...to the family and friends of Marge Dean, who passed away Wednesday, October 11. Service information pending.
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The vision of Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is to be
a Beacon of HOPE
with Unconditional Love and Acceptance.
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