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Welcome to The Bridge, a weekly update of the Rappahannock River District of the United Methodist Church
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If you don't see any pictures, be sure that you have clicked "
Display Images Below" at the top so you can see all the information in this week's newsletter. Many inserts for church events are considered Images.
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Bishop Sharma D. Lewis is pleased to announce the new district superintendent (DS) appointment effective July 1, 2019 for the Rappahannock River District.
The Rev. Charles F. Bates
, currently serving as lead pastor at Fishersville UMC on the Staunton District, will be the new district superintendent of the Rappahannock River District. He will replace the Rev. Dr. Ted Smith who has served as the Rappahannock River DS since 2011.
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The Conference Address is PO BOX 5606, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5606
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DS Smith will be making a presentation on the upcoming General Conference and The Way Forward. The remaining update is on Monday, Jan. 28 at Tabernacle UMC.
7310 A Old Plank Road
Fredericksburg
7:00pm
Tabernacle will have dessert afterwards - Please contact the church to let them know you're coming.
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The United Methodist Credit Union Is Offering 0% APR Loans For Those Affected By The Government Shutdown
The United Methodist Credit Union(TUMCU)
is offering loans to Federal Government Employees that may need paycheck replacement during the current shutdown. Loan amounts are based on the member's monthly pay prior to the shutdown. Loans have a
0% APR
during the shutdown, and are available up to a maximum of $5,000.
- Applicants must be eligible for TUMCU membership or a current member.
- Applicants must provide a shutdown letter and verification of income at the time of application.
- Once the shutdown has ended and paychecks have been restored, loan repayment is due within 30 days. If the loan is unpaid after 30 days, it will be converted to a 12-month interest bearing loan at 9.25% APR. Credit terms and conditions apply.
Contact TUMCU at 866-657-0004 to apply or for more details.
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The Rappahannock River District Board of Missions is an incorporated elected body of laity and clergy providing leadership and support for a variety of mission opportunities. Our focus areas include The Heartwood Center, Crossroads Mission Center, El Salvador UMC along with Volunteers in Missions, the Builder's Club, support of new faith communities and expansions of existing faith communities are our main ministry areas. We also maintain grant money to support local church mission outreach events.
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Fredericksburg UMC is working toward sending teams to assist with hurricane relief in 2019 and 2020. They will be open to members from other area churches. The first step is training. Please see information below.
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Youth Retreat Registration
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Youth Embracing Service (YES!)
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Youth Embracing Service (YES!)
The Heartwood Center is organizing and sponsoring a monthly day of service and team building during the school year for Middle School and High School students.
Every third Saturday of the month a service project, team building activities, recreation, Bible study and lunch will be scheduled. The events will be on Saturdays 10am-3pm at 64 Hartwood Church Road, Fredericksburg 22471 (
behind the Hartwood Fire Station
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Future dates: February 16, March 16, April 20, May 18.
Rev. Gayle Porias
Pastor Mount Horeb UMC
The Heartwood Center Director
Rappahannock River District
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Women Leaders
Next Generation
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Registration
Register for this 2-day event by
February 1, 2019
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Marg Kutz
804-305-6100
Registration fee: $75
(includes lunch both days but not your purchase of the book)
Make checks payable to:
Margaret T. Kutz and mail to: 13709 Sandy Oak Road
Chester, VA 23831
Or pay through Venmo:
margaret-kutz-1
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McKendree United Methodist Church
at 4347 Manfield Road, in King William County is searching for a pianist to provide music at its weekly 9:30 am Sunday worship service. This is a paid position, salary negotiable. McKendree is located about 20 minutes east of Mechanicsville. Contact Pastor Betty Jo Sims at 804-839-2769 if interested.
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Wright's Chapel UMC
, Ruther Glen, is looking for a part-time Music Director. Key duties include leading two Sunday morning traditional services and one contemporary service. To recruit, develop and engage members and musicians to be involved in the worship experience. Piano (Keyboard) and Singing skills are required. For details, visit the Virginia Conference website at
www.vaumc.org/jobs
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ASSISTANT NURSERY CAREGIVER WANTED
St Matthias UMC
, 426 Deacon Rd, Fredericksburg, is in need of an assistant nursery caregiver every Sunday morning, 8:30-12:30, and occasional hours during special events. Minimum qualifications are: you must have experience working with toddlers and infants; have a Christian spiritual foundation; be dependable, trustworthy, patient, and flexible; be able to cooperate with parents and church members; present a good personal appearance; be at least 21 years of age; and, at a minimum, have graduated from high school. A criminal background check is required for employment and you must be able to be CPR and First Aid certified (cost for certification will be paid by St Matthias). For further information, please contact Pastor Bert Cloud, 540-373-8759, or Peg Jones, 540-775-5729. The deadline for application is 30 January 2019 .
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Jan. 28 Fredericksburg Way Forward Update, Tabernacle, 7:00pm
Jan. 30 Finance Committee, FUMC
Jan. 31 Heartwood Board, New Hope
Feb. 4 Connectional Ministries, District Office
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CONTACT INFORMATION
District Superintendent:
Rev. Dr. Theodore Smith
2019 District Co-Lay Lay Leader:
2019 District Co-Lay Leader:
Cell: 804.304.8566
Mailing Address: PO BOX 100, Ladysmith, VA 22501 Phone 804.448.8326 FAX 804.448.8328
Office Location: Inside Wright’s Chapel UMC at 8063 Ladysmith Road, Ruther Glen, VA (do not use for mail)
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