PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Email Newsletter - April 7, 2017
THIS SUNDAY IN WORSHIP
APRIL 9 -  PALM/PASSION SUNDAY

Dramatic Reading of the Passion of Christ -  Matthew 26:1-27:54

RESTORED Worship Series: "The Message in the Mess"
 
This Sunday we will begin by experiencing Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, cheered by crowds of palm-waving fans, and continuing through the week to the Passover meal shared by Jesus and his disciples, time in the Garden of Gethsemane in prayer, all leading to the death-dealing cross. Each year, both the faithful and the curious retrace Jesus' steps and contemplate the meaning his life has for them...for us all. 

Our children will participate in our traditional palm parade. We invite you to bring in palm branches from your home or neighborhood to use during the service.
Second Saturday Church Work Day - April 8 
The Peace United Methodist Church Trustee committee is sponsoring a Church Work Day. Come help give our church home a spring cleaning!  Mark your calendars for the morning of Saturday, April 8th from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Noon.

There will be jobs for all ages. We have work to do both inside and outside the church building. This month we're focusing on preparing the church for Holy Week, including touch up work on the sanctuary chairs and outdoor prayer labyrinth. Don't forget to bring your gloves!   Questions? Contact the church office 407-438-8947.
Holy Week at Peace - April 9-16
Please make plans to join us during Holy Week (April 9 - April 16) and steep yourself in the richness of the passion of Christ from his entry into Jerusalem, the breaking bread with his disciples, to his death on the cross and resurrection on Easter Sunday. 

Family Passover Seder Meal
Wednesday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. - we will share a traditional Passover Seder meal and worship together as we sing the songs and tell the stories of faith.   The Jewish roots of Communion will enrich our experience of Holy Week.

Maundy Thursday
Thursday, April 13 - sanctuary open for guided prayer & communion from 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.  Come experience an individual time of prayer and contemplation.  Walk in Jesus' steps through a series of meaningful prayer stations.

Good Friday Service of Darkness
Friday, April 14 at 7:00 p.m.  - also known as Tenebrae, meaning "darkness," this worship service has been practiced by the church since medieval times.  Scripture readings, music and symbols tell the story of Christ's passion.  In the darkness of the sanctuary, we ponder the depth of Christ's suffering and sacrifice for us. 

Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 16 at 7:00 a.m.  Sunrise Service, 8:15 a.m. Traditional, 9:30 a.m. Praise, 11:00 a.m. Traditional  - come experience the healing love and eternal life that are the Easter gifts of Christ.  Associate Pastor Jim Berlau preaching!
Annual Peace Chili Cook-off to Support VBS - April 23

The Chili Cook-off is Sunday April 23rd: Join us in this fun event to help raise money for Vacation Bible School.  There are a few ways to participate.  First, we need contestants.  If you have the best chili recipe, we'd like to taste it.  Let Julie or Rostam know if you want to join in the contest, and then bring in a pot of chili at 9:00 a.m. for the tasting between worship services on April 23rd. You can sign up here,or at the welcome table.  If you love to eat chili, bring in $$, sample, and then vote for your favorite by dropping money into the respective collection bins located in front of your choice. You can vote for them all too because all the proceeds benefit Vacation Bible School.  
UMW Annual Garage Sale - May 6
PEACE UNITED METHODIST WOMEN NEED YOUR HELP! Donating quality used items, sorting, pricing, baking and shopping for our May 6, 2017 fundraiser, the Garage/Rummage Sale.  All proceeds go to outreach ministries, many of which benefit our community and church.  Sign-up sheets will be at the back of the sanctuary.

Donations of lightly used items may be dropped off at the church Thursday, May 4 and Friday, May 5.  Your help is vital to our success!
New Evening Prayer Shawl Workshop  - May 15
The Prayer Shawl Ministry team's May meeting will be held in the evening. The group will meet on Monday, May 15 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Pastor's office.  Prayer shawls are made for those who are in need of comfort and prayers.  We pray for those who will be given shawls. If you knit or crochet or would like to learn, would we like to have you join us.  For more information contact Carol Thomson at 407-812-7043 or Bob Schall at 407-766-7792.
Peace Happenings:

Welcome Back to our new Associate Pastor - Rev. Jim Berlau!
 
Peace Youth Spirit Night at 4 Rivers BBQ!



Peace United Methodist Church 
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Rev. LeeAnn Inman, Lead Pastor
Rev. Jim Berlau, Associate Pastor

Office Hours:
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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