May 14, 2017

5th Sunday of Easter

Happy Mother's Day!

Among the recurring images in Scripture are stones. From the very beginning there are stone pillars to mark the acts of God. Peter says we are living stones building a spiritual house.  As stones working  together, how can we create a well of living water and not become a wall, keeping people out? For Jesus is our chief cornerstone and we are called to follow in his footsteps.

On the second Saturday of every month, the Peace United Methodist Church Board of Trustees sponsors a church workday. This is a great chance to serve with your family, friends or small group for a few hours. We have a diverse list of projects that will help all the ministries at Peace get ready for the summer season. There is work to be done inside and outside, so all ages and abilities will have something to do! We hope to see you on Saturday, May 13th from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. noon.  Don't forget to bring your gloves!   Questions? Contact the church office 407-438-8947 or email [email protected] .

The Prayer Shawl Ministry team's May meeting will be held in the evening. The group will meet on Monday, May 15th from 7:00 p.m. to 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, we 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.

Blood is essential for life.  It carries oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, fights infection and helps to heal wounds.  Everyone has this self-generating resource that can be generously given to others-when and where it's needed most.  Our next Peace Blood Drive is on Sunday, May 21st from 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.  Don't wait for a tragedy to donate blood.  Cancer patients, trauma patients, premature babies and sickle cell patients need blood every day!  Please eat a good breakfast, bring a photo ID and come prepared to give! www.oneblood.org 

Come and join the Spirit Journey Class and be a part of our group that will be ministering to the Hunter's Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The date is Sunday, May 28 , and we will meet at the facility at 9:20 a.m. We are hosting the worship service which runs from 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.  Location: Hunter's Creek Nursing & Rehab,  14155 Town Loop Blvd, Orlando, FL 32837   Room : TV room.  Enter the facility and take a right at the first hallway.  The TV room is on your left at end of hall across from nurse's station. Contact Cheryl Rose at 407-440-4786 for more information.

It's not too late to be part of the Peace Habitat for Humanity Work Team on Saturday, June 3rd. Volunteers are needed! Habitat has a very active presence in Orlando building affordable homes (with sweat equity provided by those who will live in them) and rehabbing foreclosed properties as well. Sign up on the table in the back of the sanctuary.  

Enroll your children today for three exciting weeks of summer camp this June. Camp is for ages 4 years old thru 5th grade.  The cost is only $85.00 per week and space is limited! Early enrollment is recommended to ensure your child's placement-packets are available online or in the church office.

It's Hollywood - June 5th-9th 9:00-12:00 p.m . - Are you a movie star, or someone behind the scenes running the camera? Either way, use your imagination to create your identity.  Then prepare to share your amazing talent and walk the red carpet as we celebrate during our finale Friday celebration. Most importantly learn to live a life of worship through singing, prayer, serving, and giving. 

Heroes - June 12th-16th:  9:00-12:00 p.m. - Grab your mask and cape and step into a secret lair to fight injustice.  Also be inspired by heroes from the Bible like Noah, Esther, Abraham, Miriam and David or even with heroes of today.  Imagine and create a superhero of your own, then prepare to defend the Mega City on our Friday finale celebration. 

 

Prehistoric Pandemonium  (Epic) - June 19th-23rd:  9:00-12:00 p.m . - Hey dinosaur enthusiasts, let's explore dinosaurs and fossils together.  Create and imagine what these prehistoric creatures were like, then join us for our finale Friday celebration as we visit our dino zoo.  This one is going to be dinomazing! 

This year we will be offering extended day from 12:00-4:00 p.m.  For an additional $30.00 per week, your child can play the entire day.  Kids pack a lunch and get ready for even more fun. Questions?  Please contact Children's Ministry Director, Julie Chatfield [email protected] .

Imagine a world where curious kids become hands-on inventors who discover they are lovingly crafted by God!  Please join us for a week of Bible stories, outreach activities, games, crafts, snacks and lots of new friends.  Maker Fun Factory Vacation Bible School is from June 26th -30th from 6:30 p.m.- 8:45 p.m. To register your child or to volunteer just head to our web page at www.peaceumcorlando.org  and follow the instructions from there. It's fast and easy.  Please contact the church office for more information.  Invite your friends!

Many children go to bed hungry every night right here in Orange and Osceola counties.  The number of families in need of help with basic food supplies continues to grow.  Thanks to your generous donations Peace is able to provide a bag of food for these families in desperate need of assistance.  Each bag feeds a family of four for several meals. 

 

To make monetary donations: make a check payable to Peace UMC and specify "Meal Assistance Program" or M.A.P.  All food items that Peace purchases are on sale or purchased at a discount rate negotiated with Publix and other stores. We black out the UPC code on the labels so food cannot be returned and exchanged alcohol or tobacco.