November 23, 2020
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ANGEL TREE
We are so honored to be able to continue with the Angel Tree Program this year! Due to Covid-19, we will be handling it in a different manner for 2020. We will have numbered Christmas cards with children’s Christmas needs and wants written on the inside. You will pick a number and provide us with your contact information next to the number you chose. Please return the wrapped gifts with the child’s name on the gifts to the activity center front desk by or before December 13th. If you worship with us from home and would like to participate, please email Vivian Johns at vivian@perdidobay.church and she will email you a child’s information. Thank you for your help in advance.
A new podcast series and reading plan has begun and it's not too late to jump in! The Old Testament tells of a new covenant of our Lord, Jesus Christ, coming into the world. We will read together as we anticipate Christmas Day and the birth of our Savior!
WORSHIP SIGN-UP
Click HERE to sign up for Sunday Services, November 29, 2020 at 9:00am (Contemporary) or 11:00am (Traditional).

Seats are given on a first come, first served basis rather than by reservation. Your RSVP online helps expedite the in-person sign-in process (due to required COVID procedures) and helps us prepare for an approximate number of worshipers each Sunday. Thank you for understanding.

Please feel free to bring a bottled water or coffee to Worship as we are unable to serve it at this time.
CHRISTMAS at PBUMC
For all information pertaining to the PBUMC Christmas Schedule and Sign-ups, you may also visit www.perdidobay.church/christmas
Advent Sermon Series:
Join us for a Christmas Character Sermon Series as we rediscover the holy characteristics of the persons who were present during the first Christmas. Engage your imagination, and enter into the Biblical stories of the characters who welcomed the most important character of all—Jesus Christ! 
Wednesday, December 2, 6:00pm
Hanging of the Greens is an evening of adorning our worship space for Christmas! Come and hear of the significance of the common items we use to decorate for Christmas and the way they point us to Christ's birth! We will sing carols and enjoy a fun evening together as we beautify the Activities Center for Christmas! Please use the link below to RSVP and expedite the sign in process and so that we may better prepare for a safe gathering.
Wednesday, December 9, 6:00pm
Night of Hope is a musical celebration in anticipation of the birth of Christ! Come and have your spirits lifted as we celebrate the Christmas season!

Please use the following link to RSVP so that we may be well prepared to offer seating for as many as we are able to safely accommodate. Thank you for helping in this way!
Wednesday, December 16, 6:00pm
On this "longest night" of the year, we will pause to prayerfully uphold those who are experiencing hardship and pain during this season. Please come for a time of prayer and reflection in the Activities Center.
This year, in order to safely accommodate our community of worshipers, there will be 4 opportunities to join in worship together at the Christmas Eve Candlelight Services:

  • Wednesday, December 23 at 6:00pm
  • Thursday, December 24 3:00pm (Family), 5:00pm, 7:00pm

We strongly encourage you to use the following link to RSVP. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service is one of our most heavily attended worship opportunities and we want to be well prepared to offer seating for as many as we are able to safely accommodate. Thank you for helping in this way!
Wednesday Evening Schedule for Adults
6:00-7:00pm
Nursery, Elementary, & Youth Available
November 25: No Wednesday Activities (Thanksgiving Holiday)

December 2: Hanging of the Greens

December 9: Night of Hope

December 16: The Longest Night
(Final Wed. Evening Program of 2020)

All Wednesday Evening Programs will be live-streamed!
If you have not yet turned in your pledge card, please feel free to use our online option this year: www.perdidobay.church/pledge or drop your pledge card off at the church office.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The Redemption Store is in need of willing hearts and helping hands to fill shifts throughout the week! If you are interested, contact april@perdidobay.church

Here is a look at what the Redemption Store means to its many customers and volunteers:
Activities Center Weekly Events
The church campus will close at noon on Wednesday, November 25 and will remain closed for the remainder of the week in celebration of Thanksgiving.

Weekday Activities Available
(This schedule resumes on Nov. 30)
Grumpy Old Men: Thursdays at 8:00am
Transformance: Mondays/Thursdays throughout the day
Wednesday Evening Activities: 6:00pm (resuming 11/18)
Quilters on the Key: 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 9:30am


For more information about these activities, contact your group leader, call the office (850 492 2135), or email info@perdidobay.church.
Your needs continue to be lifted amongst our staff and intercessors on a weekly basis. If you'd like to have your name or a love one's name added to the prayer list, please email prayer@perdidobay.church.
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A Note from the Visitation Ministry: 
During this difficult time when we are not able to meet face to face, if you find yourself in need of a friendly listening ear, please give us a call. We want you to know that we are here for you, to listen or to help if you have a need. We want to stay in touch with you, please feel free to call us at the church number 850-492-2135 and ask to be connected with the visitation team. 
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Barnabas Ministry
If you or someone you know is in need of a meal during a difficult time such as following surgery, hospitalization, a death in the family, and other difficulties, please contact the church office to be connected with our Barnabas Ministry.
Children & Youth News
Elementary
We hope to be able to see many of you on Wednesday Evenings at 6:00pm and also on Sundays at both 9:00am and 11:00am for Children's Worship. Contact debi@perdidobay.church to be placed on the email list!

Youth
Youth Sunday School takes place weekly on Sundays at 10:00am. Wednesday Evenings, youth will gather at 6:00pm. Both take place in the Sanctuary. Sign-up is not required. Contact dudley@perdidobay.church to be placed on the mailing list!
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Have you moved?
Have you moved or changed phone numbers? Be sure to let us know! Send an email to info@perdidobay.church



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