A Message from Pastor Jim
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Dear Lake Deaton Family & Friends,
We have had a wonderful week visiting our daughter, Christina, in Fort Collins, Colorado. One of the many things I love about Fort Collins is how many trails they have around the city. Everywhere you go there are walking and biking trails. Since we are still in the COVID-19 pandemic, most of our exploration time has been on one of the many outdoor trails. I don’t know if this is because Fort Collins is a college town or because Colorado people are just really healthy but wherever we have gone the trails have been full. There are people riding bikes, jogging and walking everywhere.
Watching all of the people out exercising each day has been a great inspiration for me to continue a path to better health. I realize that if I am going to finish the race well I have to continue to do the daily work of keeping my body moving and motivated. This is true not only for our physical condition but for what it does for our mental and spiritual lives as well. The apostle Paul says, “I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others I myself might be disqualified.” (1 Corinthians 9:27)
This week as we continue to examine finishing the race well, I invite you to join with me in examining our physical well being and asking ourselves what we are doing to keep our bodies strong to finish the race.
Blessings,
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Our annual Charge Conference will be held on Monday, October 19 6:30 pm. This conference is when we vote on the upcoming year's Leadership Team, Pastors' compensation and our membership records. |
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Couch Talk
Each week the pastors and sometimes staff members record a segment called couch talk. Couch talk is full of useful announcements for the coming weeks. We hope you take a moment each week to watch.
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Volunteer Highlight
Meet Paula LaBonte
A servant’s heart!
In January Paula began serving as the facilitator of the Prayer Shawl ministry with the wonderfully dedicated team of both knitters and crocheters. The shared goal is to make items for others that will provide prayers and comfort in times of need.
Paula also serves as the nurse on the Early Response Team. A trip to the Panhandle really reinforced her commitment to that team, and to the survivors. She felt it also important to listen to the survivors as they told their story.
She continues to serves as the church liaison to the Florida United Methodist Children's Home. You may remember the "Christmas in July” that helped provide items to restock the store where the children can come shop with points they earn for positive social behaviors.
Finally, she recently started to quilt and was honored to donate her first one to our Quilt ministry.
Paula says she just likes serving and believes it is a privilege to attend a church where so many members demonstrate how much they love and care about others!
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Discipleship & Connecting |
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Many of our Fall Grow Classes our up and running. We have a few that are not starting until later. Please take a moment to take a special look at these classes and consider signing up for one! |
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Card Making
Teachers: Pat Brown and Teresa Burgess
Wednesday, Oct 7 and Nov 4 at 3pm
Cards will be used by the Lake Deaton UMC Care Department. All supplies provided.
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Growing Spiritually as Couples
Teachers: Jonathan & Donna Baker
Tuesdays, Sept 29, Oct 6 & Oct 13 at 5pm - via Zoom Meeting
Come join us for a three-week class on how to grow in our spiritual intimacy as couples.
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Leaving a Legacy of Faith
Teacher: Pastor Kris Schonewolf
Wednesdays, October 14 to November 18, 10-11 via Zoom
This class will help you pray strategically for your family in a way that moves heaven and creates breakthrough for blessing.
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Coffee with the Pastors
Interested in membership! Sign up for Coffee with the Pastors! This class is an opportunity to meet our pastors, learn more about our church, our mission, vision and values, and to find out all there is to know about being a member at Lake Deaton UMC. At the end of the class, an opportunity will be given for participants to sign up to join the church. You can sign up to come to the class in-person or online. Sign up by clicking here and selecting the day that works best for you! If you sign up for the September 22 class and decide to join the church, you will be joining at our special, outdoor, World Communion Sunday service on October 4 at 9:30am.
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It's this Wednesday!!!!
On September 23 we invite you to join us anytime between 9:00am and 10:30am for our Sweet Dreams Slumber Party!
We invite you to drive-thru, in either your car or golf cart, while we (the pastors, staff and some lay leaders) have some slumber party fun! We invite you to join in by wearing you most comfy loungewear and by bringing some items to help fill our Sonrise Respite Care collection basket. To view the wishlist click on this link.
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Small Group News
Are you looking for a small group? We are currently looking to form some brand new ladies small groups both south and north of 44. If you are interested in joining please call the church office and let them know you location preference, south or 44 or north of 44 and your name and phone number. We also have many couples groups that are looking for new members. If you are a couple looking to join a group give us a call as well, we would love to help you find a group that fits your need.
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Prayer and Care Ministry
We believe that meeting the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of our church and neighbors is what showing the love of Christ is all about. We have volunteers devoted to the care of persons, including ministries of prayer, meals, and member connection. If you are facing a challenge, have a prayer request, or want to serve as a volunteer, please let us know. In case of a death of a loved one or a hospitalization, let us know so a Care Minister can support you through this time.
For Prayer and Care Ministries needs, please email Denise Herzberg by clicking here.
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Prayer Concerns:
Sam Souan, prayers of comfort & healing from hernia surgery.Paula Labonte, prayers of comfort & healing from torn meniscus. Denise Cowan, whose husband Allen went to be with the Lord.
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Timmy Riley
Prayers for comfort & healing for Va Tech college student.
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Justyne Mann
Prayers for 24 year old for comfort & strength as she faces surgeries & rehab due to severe auto accident.
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Peggy Foley
Prayers for comfort & strength during this difficult time of her life.
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You can make a request for a prayer quilt on our website by clicking here .
At times there will be q quilt on display in the Narthex.
When on display please stop to pray and tie a knot for those in need of
comfort and hope.
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Prayer Service
Take 15 minutes of your time to pray. This is a 15 minute video for self-guided prayer. Click to this link and learn with Rev. Kris Schonewolf how to connect with God in prayer.
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Worship
In-Person Worship Update
This weekend we will continue offering hybrid worship. We encourage you to worship in the way that best meets your own personal needs. You can tune into our LIVE services on Facebook, YouTube or on our website. Click here to discover where to watch our LIVE services on our website.
If your preference is to attend in-person worship, please make sure you read our phase one document. After reading and agreeing to the entire document you should register for weekend services. Registration opens each week on Monday and remains open until the service is full. To register please click the website button below.
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Worship Attendance
Each week we calculate our online attendance from three sources: YouTube, Facebook and our Website. We also make a physical count at our in-person services.
Sat, Sept 12, 5pm - Online 51, In-person 28
Sun, Sept 13, 9am - Online 245, In-Person 43
Sun, Sept 13, 10:30am - Online 64, In-Person 38
Weekend Totals - Online 300, In-Person 109, In All Total 409
We also appreciate your cooperation in "signing" the online "connection pad" just click this link to sign in. If you have filed out the form before all you need to enter is your names and email. "Signing" the "connection pad" on the weekend is helpful because it helps us to better connect and care for you. It is also helping us to update our database.
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World Communion Sunday - October 4 at 9:30
We will only have one outdoor service on this weekend. Plan on coming in your car or golf cart for this
very special Sunday service.
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Connect with Us
Mailing Address:
6500 Wesleyan Way, Wildwood, FL 34785
Lake Deaton Office Hours:
Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 4:30pm
Friday 9:00am to 1:00pm
Office: Call 352-571-4665
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