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Aldersgate United Methodist Church
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A vibrant and inclusive Christian community
growing in faith, love, health and service
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Aldersgate UMC
14230 SE Newport Way
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 746-9800
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Church Office
Children, Youth, Family
Preschool Director
Core Leaders
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April 30
Mission Sunday ReCap
One Service 10:00am
Potluck Lunch
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May 2
Young at Heart Potluck
Holy Land Presentation
May 7
Dinner & Club 345
Dinner & Youth Group
May 14
Mother's Day
Pancake Breakfast
May 22
June Calendar Deadline
May 26-28
Lazy F Mission Trip
May 28
One Service 10:00am
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June 11
Graduation Sunday
Dinner & Club 345
Dinner & Youth Group
June 14-17
Annual Conference
June 18
Father's Day
June 19
July Calendar Deadline
Picnic in the Park
Common Table
July 19-22
ACP Summer Camp #1
July 26-29
ACP Summer Camp #2
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Church Leadership
Click these links to read the minutes of the Core Leadership Team and the monthly minutes of the Ministry Teams.
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Sermon
Mission Project Reports
Scripture Lesson
Philippians 2:1-5
This Sunday
This Sunday will be one worship service at 10:00am and it will be a follow-up to last week's Mission Sunday. I will admit that last Sunday was a bit overwhelming as I walked from project to project, at least those taking place at the church. There was a spirit of joy that was contagious, an overall spirit of "team" that was well beyond my expectations when dreaming up this crazy idea, and a spirit of mission that defined the day. Yet not everyone was able to see the other projects, or even hear about what was done. Therefore, this Sunday will be a time where team members from each team talk about what they did, what they experienced, and how they felt their project contributed to our first Mission Sunday and to the work of Christ beyond our doors. It will be a kind of blended service with praise songs, hymns, and even some special music. Also, come prepared to bless the Birthday Kits and "Days for Girls" kits, and to walk the property asking God's blessing on each of the outdoor projects. Following our outdoor excursion will be a closing prayer and a good old-fashioned United Methodist potluck. So bring food, bring that same spirit from last week, bring your stories, and your heart for worship. To prepare please read again Philippians 2:1-5.
Pastor Brad
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Mission Sunday Revisited & Potluck
Sunday, April 30 @ 10:00am
On
April 30
we will again have only one service but at 10:00am
to review and celebrate our Mission Sunday accomplishments followed by a potluck lunch. For the potluck, p
lease plan to bring a dish that will serve your family plus 3 to 5 more servings to share. We need main dishes, sides, salads and desserts. If you bring a hot dish, consider making it a crock pot dish that can be kept warm during service. The timing of this meal puts it in the "brunch hour" so feel free to bring items that either are breakfast related or items that are more traditional. In other words anything goes! If you can help set up tables or help receive food that morning around 9:30am, please contact Colleen Olleman (425-746-1696 or colleman@comcast.net). Plan to come and fellowship together as we give thanks for the gifts of service from the Aldersgate Community.
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Spring Pastor's Class
It is not too late to join this short six-week class which started April 25 and runs thru May 31. Pastor Brad will offer perspectives, pictures, and realizations from his recent trip to the Holy Land. The trip changed so much for Pastor Brad in regards to his understanding of Jesus, the Bible, his focus, God's work, and our role in the world. Pastor Brad will be utilizing a few resources. One is Philip Yancey's book, "The Jesus I Never Knew." Another is a new book regarding the newest research around the development of the scriptures. If you've wanted to attend one of Pastor Brad's classes but didn't have time, maybe this class will fit into your schedule. It's shorter in duration and like the others meets on Wednesdays at 10:00am and 7:00pm; same class at two different times. All are welcome.
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Calling All Grads!
We will be celebrating Aldersgate's graduating seniors (high school and college) during worship on June 11. Please send us the graduate's picture along with a brief description of their accomplishments, future plans and the school graduating from as listed on the back of Sunday's attendance form. Please get this information to Jen Hoerber by May 31 so they can each be highlighted in a special bulletin insert.
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Resource Library News
Please click here for a book review of "The Shack" by William Paul Young (call number '813 You').
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Handbell Tables
We ask everyone to please refrain from setting your belongings on the handbell tables in the sanctuary. The reason is important. Bells need to be kept very clean. Certain things (food, drinks, etc.) are highly corrosive to the bells. They will become damaged and out of tune due to continual contamination. Please take this request seriously. Handbells are very expensive to replace.
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One Service at 10:00am
Sunday, May 28
Due to the Mini Mission Trip to Camp Lazy F, there will be only one worship service here at Aldersgate on Sunday, May 28 at 10:00am since half the church will be away at camp.
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Holy Lands Presentation
Tuesday, May 2 @ 7:00pm
Come and learn about the Holy Lands journey made by 15 members of our congregation last month!
Pictures and stories from the group will be shared
Tuesday
evening,
May 2nd at 7:00pm
. Stay after for cookies, coffee and an opportunity to visit with tour members.
Young at Heart Potluck
Tuesday, May 2 @ 6:00pm
Calling all retirees, empty nesters and wannabees! Join us Tuesday, May 2nd, at 6:00pm in Friendship Hall for an enjoyable evening of good food and fellowship. The program will be a presentation about the Holy Land trip and the entire congregation is invited to attend it at 7:00pm. First Timers, please sign up on Sunday's attendance form and someone will call you about the food.
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Pancake Breakfast
May 14
ITS TIME FOR PANCAKES !!!!!!!!! There will also be sausages, fruit and beverages. Come on Mother's Day,
May 14
, and enjoy pancakes prepared by the Men's breakfast group and other volunteers. The youth will serve and all proceeds with go to the youth program fund. Cost is $4/adult, $3/child, or $12/family. Serving will start at
8:00am
and continue to
10:30am
. Give Mom a treat and enjoy our 26th annual pancake breakfast.
Please sign up on Sunday's attendance form.
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Preschool Summer Camp
Enroll now in Aldersgate Christian Preschool's summer camp program. For children 3 years old through 1st grade graduates. Hours are 9:30am-1:30pm, Monday through Thursday. Weekly fee is $160. Call or email the preschool for more information at 425-562-0433 or acp_aumc@msn.com. Weekly themes are:
- June 19-22 ~ Our State-Washington
- June 26-29 ~ Our Continent-North America
- July 10-13 ~ Our Planet-Earth
- July 17-20 ~ Our Galaxy-Outer Space
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Youth Group (6th-12th Grade)
Youth Group meets on Sunday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm. All youth from 6th-12th grade are welcome. If you have questions about the youth program, contact
Jen Hoerber. Here are some upcoming events:
*Apr. 30 -
Youth Group from 6:
00-8:00pm
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May 7 - Dinner at 5:00pm and Youth Group from 6:00-7:30pm
*May 14 - It's Mother's Day so come and help serve at the Pancake Breakfast. NO Youth Group
*May 21 - Youth Group from 6:00-8:00pm
*May 26-28 - Register now for the Mini Mission Trip to Lazy F. This is for the entire family, however it is also possible for youth to come without their family. We do have the ability for youth cabins like we did last year.
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Club 345 (3rd, 4th, 5th Grade)
Sunday, May 7
The May dinner and Club 345 meeting will be on May 7 from 5:00-7:30pm (
to work around Mother's Day.) Contact is Jen Hoerber.
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Mariners Baseball Game
August 15
Save the Date!!!!!
August 15th is Aldersgate Night at the Mariners. We will have view seats and the cost will be $13.00 a ticket. Logistics for selling the tickets are being worked out but will soon be available.
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Congregations for the Homeless
Each June Aldersgate supports Congregations for the Homeless by providing food for lunch and dinner for the homeless men staying at Christ The King Lutheran Church. This year from
June 5 through June 10 w
e will be feeding about 35 men. Please volunteer to provide either part of a meal or a complete meal and we will need people to serve the dinner as well. Additional information and sign up sheets are available in the narthex or by contacting Dave Maybee at
pudgesfolks@gmail.com
or 425 747 3668.
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All Church Family Mission Trip
Register Now
The Church Family Mission Trip to Lazy F Camp will be on Memorial Day weekend, May 26-28. There will be projects for all ages and abilities. Interested? Food and lodging is $15-$35 per person. Click here for the registration form, packing list and directions or find them in the narthex. Also, we need a group of people to help plan the mission trip. Please sign up on Sunday's attendance form if you can help with registration or
plan and coordinate large projects, smaller projects, and projects for our children at the camp. These are short term commitments but vital to the success of the weekend.
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Clothing Drive
As part of the mission trip to Lazy F, a crew will work at the Ellensburg Clothing Bank. Please share with those in need by donating new and gently used, clean clothing. They have a particular need for summer clothes, women's capris, kid's shorts and tops, girl's underwear and any swimwear. Start cleaning out your closets now and look for a collection bin in the narthex.
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People Who Passed Away
*David Plowman's uncle Ron
*Colleen Olleman's aunt Wilma
People with Health Concerns
*Bud Bennett
*Cindy Wheeler
*Lea Fox's brother Dean
*Betty Fredeen's sister Claudia and niece Nicole
*Roger Ingall's friend Susan
*Bill Ferguson and his father Bill
*Kathy Maybee
*Mabel Fry
*Gwen Pazan's mother Marjorie
Additional Prayers
*Missionary Katherine Parker
To submit a prayer request to the Prayer Chain, email
Dorothy Bennet
t, the Prayer Chain Coordinator. You can also fill out a pew prayer card on Sunday and put it in the offering plate, or you can contact the
church office with your prayer request. All prayer requests will appear in the church newsletters unless you request otherwise.
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