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PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Email Newsletter - February 17, 2017
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 FEBRUARY 19, 2017
FULL THROTTLE (BIKER) SUNDAY!
Sermon: Rev. LeeAnn Inman
New Year, Same Promises: "God's Promise of Freedom"
Freedom is a gift, but like so many of the gifts we receive from God, it doesn't always seem like it. We are given free will: but sometimes, in our fear of making the wrong decision, this freedom to choose can be an overwhelming burden. It seems impossible that anyone would choose death and adversity. But people turn away from God every day. We don't have to be afraid, though. Or reckless. We can choose life. We can grasp the freedom that only God offers; the life that really is LIFE!
February 19th marks the date of our 18th annual event welcoming hundreds of bikers from the Central Florida region, and this year we are going bigger than ever with the addition of custom cars, food trucks, bounce houses and more. We will keep all elements of our traditional Biker Sunday (the drill team, stunt show, bike show, DJ, and free hot dogs for all), but we are also adding awesome sports cars, muscle cars, and custom rigs. There will be more options than ever for families and kids, too, with bounce houses and a Touch-a-Truck zone. Plus, we'll have food trucks on-site! Bring your friends and neighbors!
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| Peace Preschool Registration - February 22 |
 It's time to register for upcoming 2017 - 2018 school year.
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, February 22. OPEN registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and is first come, first served.
Registration packets are now available in the Preschool office. Call for questions or to book a tour- 407-438-404 or email the
Preschool Office
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| UMW Orlando Union Rescue Mission Program - February 25 |
 The Peace United Methodist Women invite all
MEN and WOMEN
of our community to join us on
Saturday, February 25th
for a special program presented by
Elizabeth Lynn, Community Relations Manager of the Orlando Union Rescue Mission.
Since 1948, the OURM has been bringing hope to the hungry, hurting and homeless of Central Florida.
We'll start at noon with a potluck luncheon (bring your favorite dish to share). Or join us at 12:50 p.m. for the Orlando Union Rescue Mission program.
(The UMW will hold their quarterly general business meeting after the OURM program concludes).
The UMW is also collecting items to donate to OURM:
The immediate needs include:
size
5 and size 6 diapers for toddlers either small packs (which are about $8.00) or large boxes ($20.00) and baby wipes (typically $1.99/pack). You can drop-off donations in the container in the church entry hall labeled
ORLANDO UNION RESCUE MISSION
. Invite your friends and neighbors to come learn about this amazing ministry!
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New Member Class Meeting - February 26
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If you are looking for a church home, then we invite you to join our New Member 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. This is also the place where new or renewed Christians can learn more about baptism and discipleship.
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. Come join us on
Sunday, February 26th in the Youth Room from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. A free lunch will be provided.
Please contact the Church Office for more information 407-438-8947 or
[email protected].
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Ash Wednesday Service and Drive-Thru Ashes - March 1
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Ash Wednesday (March 1st)
marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 day period of prayer and spiritual reflection before Easter.
It emphasizes two themes: our sinfulness before God and our human mortality-helping us to realize that both have been triumphed through the death and resurrection of Jesus.
New this year on Ash Wednesday,
we'll be offering a morning Drive-Thru Ashes and Blessings session from 6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. under the Peace Church Portico. You won't even have to get out of your car. Pastor LeeAnn will draw the cross of ashes on your forehead and offer a prayer of blessing as you are on your way to work or school.
Then later that evening at 7:00 p.m.,
don't miss a full Ash Wednesday worship service featuring shared prayers, special music, communion, candlelight and ashes. This service will be family friendly, with a creative version of the traditional imposition of the ashes that all ages can participate in and understand. Childcare will be available in Classroom A for children 5 years old and younger.
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4th Annual Divas & Dudes 5K Run/Walk - March 5
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 On Sunday, March 5, 2017
Peace Youth will be hosting our FOURTH ANNUAL
Divas and Dudes 5K
in Hunter's Creek as a fundraiser for our summer mission trips.
Volunteers are needed NOW to help coordinate this exciting event.
You don't need to be a runner, just have a heart to help our youth program! If you are interested in joining the 5K volunteer team, or know of possible local business sponsors, Contact Joanna Sell
[email protected] or
407-
908-4212.
Follow this link to sign up to participate in the event!
http://divasanddudes5k.itsyourrace.com
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Habitat at Women Build: Raising Walls, Raising Funds & Raising Spirits! - Build Day March 8
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 This annual fundraising event with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Orlando is about women in the Orlando community coming together to build homes-and hope. This year's home will be built at
Butler's Preserve
, in the Malibu Groves area. The build day is on
March 8th
, with a special Women Build celebration on May 13th. We will help build a home for Latrina, a dedicated mother of five currently living in a two-bedroom apartment with her three youngest daughters. Latrina is so thankful that she will be able to purchase her own home, something she never dreamed she would be able to do.
Through financial gifts, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build a better life for themselves.
If you would like to help sponsor this event, Peace UMC will match your donation. You can donate through our church website. Or make your check payable to PUMC with Habitat noted on the memo line (please donate no later than February 26th). We are also looking for a couple women volunteers to participate at the build site on March 8th. For further information, or if you have questions, please contact Cathy Tschanz at
[email protected].
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Peace Happenings:
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| It's Farm Week at the Peace Preschool. The kids enjoyed a special visit by "Biscuit" the pig! |
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Wednesday Connect - Party Hearty!
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 Peace United Methodist Church
The Church Office will be closed on Monday, February 20th in observation of Presidents' Day
Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fridays - 8:30 a.m. - Noon
For emergencies after business hours or on the weekend, please call 407-438-8947
Ext. 203 and follow the instructions to reach our staff member on-call.
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