Saxapahaw United Methodist Church
October 14, 2020
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Message from Pastor Mitzi
Help Bring Cheer to Children in our Community: Candy Still Needed by Oct. 18
We need candy. Lots of it! Can you help? As a parent who tries to promote better eating habits, I seriously never thought I’d write that. But here’s the thing: our country’s kids are not alright, and we have an opportunity to bring some desperately needed cheer. Pediatricians across the US are reporting a sharp increase in anxiety levels in children. In addition to absorbing the pandemic and election stress of their parents and caregivers, they also have their own concerns – a rising fear of germs, loneliness for their friends and teachers in real life, frustration with online learning, a craving for hugs and touch. They are showing higher levels of irritability, problems sleeping, and symptoms of boredom and sadness connected to social isolation. And now, no Fall Festival and scaled down Halloween? What’s a child to do?
We are planning to distribute 12,000 pieces of candy across 200 families as part of a larger “party in a bag” that contains festive decorations, candy, popcorn, games, crafts, and hand-signed notes of encouragement from church members. We need 9,000 more pieces. Please drop off your donations in the drop box in the side sanctuary entrance by October 18. Alternatively, monetary donations can be dropped off in the box in the same location or mailed to Saxapahaw (Attn: Party Bags) PO Box 268, Saxapahaw, NC 27340.
On October 25 from 5-6:30, Saxapahaw UMC youth will dress up in costume and distribute the bags via a drive-through line in our parking lot, while supplies last. We will also distribute them via SAFE, Saxapahaw Village Kids, and through other partners. Thank you for helping spread joy to the kids in our community.
We will have a Packing Party on Friday, October 16 at 4 pm at the church. All are welcome!
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Twentieth Sunday of Pentecost
Indoor & Online Worship
@ 11:00 am
Join us @ 11:00 am either in person or by FaceBook Live, Zoom or phone.
**Please reserve your space. Open to 20 worshippers in addition to the worship team. Advance sign up requested. To sign up, click here or contact Laurie Newlin.**
To connect via FaceBook on Sunday morning at 11 am, click here.
To connect via Zoom, click here.
To connect via phone: Dial +1 646 558 8656, enter, meeting ID: 922 1185 4642
To view the recorded worship service later, click here.
As always, you are welcome to share this opportunity with a friend or neighbor - all are welcome!
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Worship Schedule
Sundays. 11:00 am
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October 18, Indoor Open to 20 worshippers in addition to the worship team. Advance sign up requested. To sign up, click here or contact Laurie Newlin.
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October 25, Outdoor at St. Matthew AME, 5562 Swepsonville-Saxapahaw Rd. Graham, NC 27253. Please bring a chair and mask. Our worship team will lead the worship service with our neighbors at St. Matthew AME!
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Nov. 1, Outdoor - All Saints Day, Holy Communion. We will remember the dead, both of the Church universal and our own congregation. More details below.
- Nov. 8, Outdoor
- Nov. 15, Indoor
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Nov. 22, Outdoor, Youth Sunday, Holy Communion - Our youth will lead worship through word, song and a dramatic reading of the play, "The Ripple."
Collecting names for All Saint's Day
All Saints Day, Nov. 1, is a day of remembrance for the saints, with the New Testament meaning of all Christian people of every time and place. On All Saints, Nov. 1, we will remember the dead, both of the Church universal and our own congregation, through a ceremony of lighting candles and reading of names during Holy Communion. Please submit any names you would like to have read to Laurie Newlin.
Things to know for Indoor Worship:
Click here for our Healthy Gathering Policy.
Things to know for Outdoor Worship:
- In the case of rain, we'll meet indoors
- Please wear a mask. We have extras.
- Please bring a chair and distance at least 6 feet from other families. We will provide chairs for those who need them.
- Children will be asked to remain at their seats for the children's message.
- A no-contact drop-box will be provided for tithes and offerings.
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Update from Staff Parish Relations Committee
The SPRC in conjunction with District Superintendent Mike Frese confirmed this week that Pastor Sue Eldon plans to return to Saxapahaw UMC on January 1, 2021. Until that time, please remember to communicate all pastoral care concerns and other church matters to Pastor Mitzi so that Sue may have the full benefit of her sabbatical time away.
On Jan. 1, 2021 Pastor Mitzi will be reappointed as pastor of Soapstone UMC in northwest Raleigh.
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Youth Group Schedule
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Sunday, Oct 18 5:00-6:30 pm, Pack Fall Party Packs for the Community.
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Sunday, Oct 25 5:00-6:30 pm, Wear costumes, help pass out bags to community.
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Sunday, Nov. 1 5:00-6:30 pm Youth Sunday Planning and Practice/Ice Cream Party
- Friday, Nov. 13-14 - Pilgrimage Retreat at Pastor Mitzi's House. Depart church at 4 p.m. on Friday and return Saturday at 4 p.m.
- Sunday, Nov. 15 - No youth group
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Sunday, Nov. 22 - Pack Zoe Empowerment fundraiser jars.
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Save the Date:
Celebrating One
of Our Own
Saxapahaw UMC congratulates Barbara Christy, our long-time pianist and Chair of our Trustees committee, who will soon be sworn in as the President of the North Carolina State Bar.
The NC State Bar is the agency responsible for regulating our state's legal profession in order to protect both the public and our system of justice.
Cheer on Barbara from home by watching the ceremony live on Youtube, Friday, October 23 at 8:30 a.m.
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Invitations to Worship with
St. Matthew AME
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Sunday, October 18, 2020 at 3:00 pm We extend to the members of Saxapahaw United Methodist Church an invitation to our Tailgating Family and Friends Day, Sunday, October 18, 2020 at 3:00 PM. Everyone will be bringing their own food via tailgating the trunks or backseats like in the old days. Support your favorite team! DON'T FORGET YOUR MASK.
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Sunday, October 25, Outdoor Worship at St. Matthew AME, 5562 Swepsonville-Saxapahaw Rd. Graham, NC 27253. Please bring a chair and mask. Our worship team will lead the worship service with our neighbors at St. Matthew AME!
**Please note the correct date for the Tailgating Family & Friends Day.**
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SAFE Food Pantry Christmas
Card Fundraiser
The holidays are almost upon us and to help you celebrate, SAFE is offering these wonderful Christmas cards to send to your loved ones. As a result of the Covid pandemic, SAFE has not been able to hold our annual fundraisers this year and we don't know when we will be able to do so.
This Christmas card campaign is the only fundraiser that SAFE has been able to do safely. All of the artists are local and we are honored to highlight their wonderful art! Thank you for your continued support as we assist those in our community facing food insecurity!
Christmas cards (postcard size, printed on front and back) will come in packs of 10 with envelopes for $20. Pre-payment is required for ordering cards.
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Financial Support for
Those in Need
Saxapahaw UMC offers two financial resources for local families and individuals in need:
Micro Loan Program - Loans of $250 to $2,500 along with relational support. During the pandemic health crisis, all or part of the loan may be forgivable. Loan applications confidentially reviewed by Pastor Mitzi Johnson and our Finance Team. To learn more, click here.
Pastor's Discretionary Fund - Smaller grants ($30 and $150) for one-time crisis assistance (utility bills, medicines, etc.)
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Need Someone To Talk With?
Pray With?
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Contact Pastor Mitzi
919-522-5540 (voice or text)
Pastor Mitzi observes Sabbath on Mondays but can still be reached in case of immediate need.
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Have Information for the E-Newsletter, Calendar, Bulletin, or Prayer List?
Contact Laurie Newlin, Administrative Assistant
336-266-0743 (voice or text)
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Saxapahaw United Methodist Church | PO Box 268 | Saxapahaw, NC 27340 | 336-525-2545 |
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