Check out what's going on this week at the UMC of Red Bank!
Connections
Friday, May 21, 2020
Worship Sneak Peek
May 24th, 2020 at 10 am

Worship with us on Sunday at 10 am as we reflect on waiting for the "eyes of our hearts" to be opened by God's wisdom. Feel free to invite a friend to join you in online worship!

Watch online through the clickable buttons below, or
listen in by calling: (646) 876-9923  Meeting ID: 871 185 051#.
We hope to connect with you online!

Don't forget the Connect Card when you worship online
Each week while you are worshipping, please take the time to fill this out at some point during or after worship every week. It will only take a minute, but it will be incredibly helpful for us!  Click here to submit your responses.  Thanks in advance!
Online Fellowship Time Sundays After Worship
Join in a time to meet together and check in after online worship each Sunday. Sign in to the weekly Zoom call by clicking the following link - https://zoom.us/j/411045493. Or join by calling: (646) 558-8656  Meeting ID: 411 045 493#  Password: 7470446
Elaine Dawson is Retiring
Our beloved director of Children and Youth ministries is retiring. Elaine has been an inspiration, Christian leader and guide for our children as they become young adults. To help us show our appreciation for all she has done, please consider contributing to a retirement present by making checks payable to UMC Red Bank, and put "Elaine Gift" on the memo line. You can now contribute online through our online giving system . Many thanks and stay home and healthy.
~ David Henritzy - Staff/Parish Relations Chair ~

Elaine’s Send off Sunday - May 31st at 10 am
Join in our online worship service on Sunday, May 31st as we celebrate Elaine Dawson’s ministry with UMC of Red Bank and the powerful impact she has had in the lives of our church families. Spread the word and invite all those who love and will miss Elaine to join us for worship!
Backpack Crew Update
The Backpack Crew pantry is now open EVERY Monday evening from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Current needs are b read, shelf stable milk, canned veggies, pasta! The Backpack Crew has continued to serve the increasing number of people who are impacted by food insecurity in the midst of this health crisis. Food donations are greatly appreciated on the back porch of the church, Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm. Thank you for your continued support. Email us at backpackcrewnj@gmail.com with any questions.
Join us for The Bridge!
Adult Class - Sundays at 9:00 am
H ave you ever had questions about the transition from conservative to liberal theology? Join in this online conversation by following this link on a computer or device. https://zoom.us/j/759521182 Call in by phone - (646) 558-8656 and when prompted, input the Meeting ID: 759 521 182 and press pound (#). When directed, type in password 7470446. If you have any questions, reach out to Case Akers (They/Them) .
Children's Sunday School
K-2nd Grade - Sunday at 1:00 pm
To join the class,  click here , or call in by phone - (646) 876-9923 and when prompted, input the Meeting ID: 932 9429 5081# Password: 7470446.

 3rd-6th Grade - Sunday at 9:00 am
To join the class,  click here , or call in by phone - (646) 876-9923 and when prompted, input the Meeting ID: 989 1346 2270# Password: 7470446.
Bagels and Faith (grades 7-12)
Youth Sunday School at 11:30 pm
Attend via Zoom meeting by clicking the following link: https://zoom.us/j/433031381 o r call in: (646) 876-9923 Meeting ID: 433 031 381# Password: 7470446

Trivia Thursdays at 4:00 pm
Follow this link to join in the fun! https://zoom.us/j/226504509 . Call in by phone - (646) 876-9923 and when prompted, input the Meeting ID: 226 504 509# and password 7470446.
Reflections and Prayer
Tuesdays from 9:00-9:30 am
Join in a weekly time of devotion and prayer with Pastor Jess through this zoom call simply by clicking on the following link. https://zoom.us/j/93028067256 . Or call in: (646) 876-9923 Meeting ID: 930 2806 7256 Password: 7470446 Any questions, please contact Pastor Jess at 908-400-2343 or jbnaulty@umcredbank.org . Hope to see you there!
Balance and Strength Training
Tuesdays at 12:00 pm
Join us for online Balance and Strength Training with Janet Tartaglia. Beginners welcome! Items needed: chair (with no arms) and weights (can be 2 16 oz. water bottles), or you can choose to follow along without the weights. Exercises done with chair or standing, no floor work. Join Zoom meeting by following this link:  https://zoom.us/j/96916489677. Or call:  (646) 876-9923  Meeting ID: 969 1648 9677# Password 7470446
Online Yoga - Wednesdays at 9:30 am
Join us for online yoga with Tiffany McCann on Wednesdays. Join Zoom meeting by following this link:  https://zoom.us/j/958496669. Or call:  (646) 876-9923  Meeting ID: 958 496 669# Password 7470446
Adult Education Class
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
All are welcome to join us by Zoom for our Adult Education class on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. Any questions , please contact Mark Hackler.
Join Zoom Meeting by following this link on a computer or device. https://zoom.us/j/358888023 .
Or join by calling: (646) 558-8656  Meeting ID: 358 888 023# Password: 7470446
Join in Online Bible Study
TIME CHANGE!
Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 pm
All are welcome to join in time a digging in to our scriptures to learn more about what they teach us about God and about ourselves. Join Zoom Meeting by following this link on a computer or device. https://zoom.us/j/164803831 . Call in by phone - (646) 558-8656 and when prompted, input the Meeting ID: 164 803 831 and press pound (#) and password 7470446. Contact Pastor Jess if you have any questions.
Small Groups and Classes Meeting ONLINE!
We will be offering a variety of our usual Christian Education classes, via the gift of technology. We will be using Zoom , a video and phone conferencing software, which is safe to download onto your computer, or on any device or phone. You could also simply call in through the phone number provided, and when prompted, type in the Meeting ID number for your group (provided in each of the events below). If you have any questions or concerns about getting access to Zoom, feel free to reach out to Ken Glossbrenner , who has plenty of experience using this technology. Or check out the instruction sheet available here.
Ministry in the Midst of
COVID-19

Our church is a place of community, love, and support. In troubled times, connection with God and each other is even more essential. W hile the church building is closed, our ministry continues in new and creative ways! We’re worshipping online. We’re gathering for small group study and fellowship through video conference calls. Below you will find details about all of the ministries that have moved online and how to connect with them. If you have questions or have trouble connecting for an event, please reach out to office@umcredbank.org.

In light of this unprecedented event, many of you may be facing unexpected needs and circumstances. If the church can be of help, please reach out to Pastor Jess via email or 908-400-2343. We are actively developing a network of support and will do our best to support your individual needs.
Pastoral Care
If someone is hospitalized or in need of pastoral care
please contact Rev. Jessica Naulty at 908-400-2343 or jbnaulty@umcredbank.org.