"Celebrating God's Presence, Serving All People"
United Church News May 10th, 2019
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Sunday is Mother’s Day. We look forward to honoring all mothers in worship on Sunday as their sacrifices and selflessness remind us of Christ and his character. In thinking about Mother’s Day, I was reminded of a mother we have all probably heard of at some point in our lives: Mother Teresa. St. Teresa dedicated her entire life to children all over the globe who suffered from hunger, poverty, or disease. On the night mother Teresa died, a poem was found by her bedside. The poem was written in her handwriting and was titled “Anyway.” Her poem has become a favorite of mine:
 
Anyway”
 
People are often unreasonable and self-centered.
Forgive them anyway.
If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish ulterior motives.
Be kind anyway.
If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies.
Succeed anyway.
If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you.
Be honest and frank anyway.
What you spend years building someone could destroy overnight.
Build anyway.
If you find serenity and happiness, people may be jealous.
Be happy anyway.
The good you do today, people often forget tomorrow.
Do good anyway.
Give the world the best you have and it may never be enough.
Give the best you have anyway.
For in the final analysis it is between you and God.
It was never between you and them anyway.

Indeed, our lives are to be lived for God’s approval alone. See you Sunday at 10AM. Blessings to you all!

Pastor Mark
This Sunday's Sermon Title and Scripture Reading
Worship Sunday at 10am
Sunday, May 12th
"Your Name Is John"

Scripture :
Luke 1: 57-66

Reader : Chuck Jennings
Deacons : Chuck and Carol Jennings
Ushers : John Foster, Russ and Linda Howald, Rich Kostecka
Greeter : Becky Krisko, Carol Meles
Music


Wes English will be playing a trombone solo this Sunday.
There will also be special music for Mother’s Day.
Vacation Bible School
Mark your calendars now for Who Is My Neighbor? Vacation Bible school!

Invite children to attend this fun time of learning about the Bible while also learning about neighbors near and far.

VBS will be held at the United Church of Marco Island from Monday, June 3rd- Friday, June 7th beginning at 5:30pm.

Registration for attendants, age 3-rising sixth grade, is now available. Please call the church office to register your child, (239) 394-6572.
Bible Study Spring 2019
Bible study continues this spring! Come join Pastor Mark on Tuesdays for a Bible Study on Mark’s gospel! Bible Study will meet at 10AM in the Sunset Conference Room. All are invited to participate. Come whatever day you can or for any topic that may be interesting to you.

Simply bring your Bible and an open mind… 
Up North? No problem! Call in using the instructions below:

Dial 1-866-866-2244 – When prompted dial the following access code followed by the #sign
Access code: 5218829
Children's Church
Lesson:
Pentecost and the Gift of the Holy Spirit

Teacher:
Sheila Sawyer

Assistant Teachers:
Cindy Nold
Children's Church is in need of teachers and assistant teachers throughout May and June.
Susanne Golden makes volunteering very easy! If you are interested in teaching Children's Church, please email Susanne at susannegolden304@gmail.com.
Men's Breakfast
All men in the parish are invited to join the Men's Fellowship for breakfast every third Wednesday at 9 AM.

Come as they jokingly discuss the economy, world affairs or any subject that interests you!

Please note a change of location, this Wednesday, May 15th, the men will be gathering at Red Rooster at 9AM! Bring a friend or a neighbor!
Bargain Basket Update

Join us every Thursday for our Thrifty Thursday special of the week!

Next Thursday, May 16th is DOLLAR DAY! Select items will be just $1.00!
2019 Summer Camps
This Summer, UCMI welcomes The Nutty Scientists for three different summer camps taking place in June, July, and August.

The Nutty Scientists has been a world leader in interactive children's programs since 1996.

Nutty Scientists of Southwest Florida has always prided itself on doing things a little differently. In fact, no one else in the world teaches quite like they do. These programs draw from the expertise of renowned scientists from all corners of the globe. They offer hands-on acitivities that will keep your children busy and excited from 9am-1pm!

For more information, click on the flyer or visit nuttySWFL.com.
Lunch With Friends Over 60
Calling all friends over 60. Join us (the Marco YMCA and Our Daily Bread Food Pantry) for a free lunch the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Marco Lutheran Church on Collier. This is a collaboration between the Marco Island YMCA and Our Daily Bread Food Pantry and co-sponsored by the Marco Lutheran Church. 

With the support of local restaurants, businesses and sponsors, a luncheon (free of charge) is open to all area residents “60 or better”. Each monthly event includes a time for networking, lunch, a program, and door prizes. We also offer rides to and from. April's luncheon hosted over 100 people with lunch generously provided by two local Chefs and was sponsored by "friends of the luncheon”.

Our next luncheon is May 15 beginning at 11:00 a.m.  located at the Lutheran Church. Lunch will be provided by the JW Marriott of Marco and an exciting fitness program. We hope you can join us, just contact Nancy Kot to let her know you with be with us 706-566-8532 or  email: lunchwithfriendsmarco@gmail.com  to RSVP. And if you need a ride, we can provide this, too.
In The Coming Week at UCMI

Sunday, May 12th
  • 11 AM VBS Volunteer Meeting (SSCR)

Tuesday, May 14th
  • 10 AM Bible Study (SSCR)

Wednesday, May 15th
  • 9 AM Men's Breakfast (Red Rooster)
  • 2 PM Bargain Basket Committee Meeting (SSC)
  • 4 PM Board of Trustee's Meeting (SSC)
  • 5 PM Executive Committee Meeting (SSC)

Thursday, May 16th
  • 11 AM Lunch With Friends Over 60 (Lutheran Church)

Click on the link below to see what the next few months have to offer at UCMI!
Upcoming Birthdays
5/14 - Linda Kropp
5/15 - Janet Watson
5/16 - Ned Montgomery
5/16 - Dylan Zarate
5/16 - Ian Zarate

We hope your special day is filled with fun surrounded by the ones you love most!
We're sorry we missed your birthday! If you do not see your birthday listed in the e-news please check with the church office to see if we have all of your info!