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Quick News
News and Updates - June 8, 2021
"Hearts Turning to God and Neighbor"
Sermon Focus this Sunday
The Vision to See: God

Hybrid Worship - Sunday, June 13
Over the next several weeks we will unpack the vision statement of KUMC. Today we look at the ministry of interruption through the life of Jesus.

Sanctuary Worship at 9 and 11am
The Sanctuary is open for worship. No reservations required. Nursery is available for children ages 0-3, in limited numbers, by reservation only.
 Watch Online via Livestream or Facebook.
Announcing Dan Hernandez as Director of Congregational Care
The Staff Parish Relations Committee is excited to announce that Mr. Dan Hernandez has been hired to serve as the new Director of Congregational Care at Keller United Methodist Church. Read the full article...
Online Prayer and Study 
Join our pastors for Evening Prayer every night at 9pm, streamed on Livestream and Facebook Live.
Underground Seminary
Every Wednesday through October 27 at 10am, Pastor Jason and Pastor Lauren will gather in the Sanctuary for Underground Seminary. During this session of Underground Seminary we'll journey together through the book of Mark, verse by verse, in hope of gaining a deeper understanding of who we are and who God is. This event will also be Livestreamed each week if you are unable to gather in person. Grab your Bible and a journal and let's go to Seminary together! No registration required.
Parents Supporting Their Children
Through Mental Health - Meeting this Sunday!
For years, mental health issues in children, teens and young adults in America have been treated as a taboo topic and something that a family must endure alone. Here at Keller UMC, you no longer must do this by yourself. Our group provides parents of children, teens and college-aged adults who suffer from mental disorders a place to find strength in one another through shared experience. Please join us to share our common stories, obtain information that is not easily available and find community and comfort in knowing you are not alone in the fight to help your child. Click for details and meeting information...
Register for Family Mission Week!
This summer, KUMC is hosting its first Family Mission Week, and we want you to be a part of it!
A team of leaders, across three different ministry areas, came together to create a five-day mission event for the whole family. Adults, youth and children will all participate in various service projects throughout the Keller community as well as the greater Fort Worth area. Families with students in 6th grade and under will serve together on short-term projects during the day and return to the comfort of home at night. Youth in 7th through 12th grade will stay overnight at KUMC (Sunday-Thursday) for a similar but separate Mission Week experience. Adult volunteers are needed for the youth portion of the event.
Accepting Community Projects for MOSAIC!
We are reaching out to church members for potential projects. If you need garden renovation, home improvement or something similar please fill out this form by June 15. Requests will be reviewed by our leadership team. We will contact you to let you know the status of your application upon consensus of the feasibility of the project.
VBS Prep Party
Sunday, June 13 10-11:30am
Join us in the FLC in between the 9 and 11am worship services and help create decorations for Vacation Bible School! Kids, bring your parents, adults, grab a friend and come have some fun making a super simple decoration that will help us transform our building to a tropical paradise! All help is welcome!

VBS Workdays
We’ve made a few changes to our previously scheduled workdays to allow for some needed building repair. If you have some free time, whether it be thirty minutes or a few hours, we hope you’ll come join us as we turn the building into s tropical paradise for our VBS explorers! No need to sign up, just pop in and join the fun. We will meet each day in the Family Life Center.
Wednesday, June 9, 6:30-9pm
Friday, June 11, 10am-2pm
Monday, June 14, 10am-4pm
Tuesday, June 15, 1-4pm
Wednesday, June 16, 10am-4pm
VBS Made Possible By You
We are two short weeks away from VBS and we need your help to make sure we are able to open our doors! Here’s how you can help:

· Pray: Pray for the health and safety of our volunteers and participants, pray that both will experience God’s love through this ministry.
· Volunteer: We need a minimum of 10 more adults to make this in person event a possibility.

Training for volunteers will take place Thursday, June 17, 7-8:30pm in the FLC. We will have a small snack and make a special craft for VBS. RSVP to Kristin Springer if you plan to attend!

· Donate supplies: Help us ensure we have the supplies needed to help make it a great week!
Triumph Sports Camp (Post VBS Sports Camp)
 An awesome sports program where the main ingredient is FUN! This program includes sports like basketball, soccer, flag football, and may include other fun games like capture the flag, kickball, and dodgeball. Participants get lots of exercise while enjoying every minute of it. Your child will be escorted by church staff at the conclusion of VBS to Sports Camp, where they will meet Triumph Staff and eat their sack lunch. Parents, you may drop off at the start of VBS and don't have to pick up until the end of Sports Camp.
COVID Vaccine and Fertility:
What Does the Evidence Show?
RN Leigh Anne Campbell shares information for young women of childbearing age regarding concerns that receiving COVID-19 vaccine may affect fertility. Get the full story here!
Cancer Support
A caring community for those currently fighting, or who have battled cancer and for those who provide care and support is offered June 14, 6:30-7:30pm via Zoom. All are welcome to attend this monthly gathering. Click to request access. 
Alzheimer's Support Group
This group provides a caring and understanding environment for you to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias, to share your feelings and experiences, and to equip you with knowledge about available resources. Caregivers or adult children of individuals with Alzheimer’s or other dementia conditions meet on the second Sunday of each month (June 13) from 2-3:30pm in DAC 410. Contact Bernadette Bierley at 817.581.7461 with questions.
Be Part of Our Vision
T-shirts with the new KUMC Vision Statement are for sale! Click here to order a shirt and be a part of our vision!
Reading Express Discussion
This month’s UMW Reading Express book club will meet via Zoom at 10am on June 18 to discuss the book, The Dutch House, by Ann Patchett. The Dutch House is a family saga of paradise lost. It follows two siblings, Danny and Maeve, over five decades and the influence of the grand ornate house on their lives. If you have any questions about the class please email ljalex@verizon.net.
KUMC Leadership


Ministry Council
This lay group is now meeting in person! This is an open invitation for congregants to attend any meeting at 6:30pm on the fourth Monday of each month. Please rsvp here if you plan to attend!
Congregational Care
Please notify your church family at 817-431-1332 if you or a loved one are hospitalized, or if there has been a birth, death or wedding in your family. If you are in need of pastoral care, let us know and a minister will respond. 

Prayer Requests
Mark Lipman
Beverly Light
Ryan Pruitt
Ron Eckert
The Straub Family
David Watson

Membership
If you are a new member or just thinking about joining, we have a series of short videos explaining what being a member at KUMC involves. Click for more!

Altar Flowers
The Chancel flowers are given to the glory of God and in celebration of Kyle and Susan Lucas’ 35th wedding anniversary.
Connect and Serve
KUMC Resource Center
The Resource Center is open Tuesdays, 10am-1pm and Wednesdays, 4-7pm. If you know someone that needs help with food, please refer them!
Exciting KUMC Presence on Tarrant Area Food Bank Working Group
The Tarrant Area Food Bank's (TAFB) policies impact the needs of thousands of people in the area and hundreds of agencies who work to meet those needs. And so any changes to these policies have widespread implications and impact, and who serves on the board to make recommended changes is important. That is why it is a great honor and point of celebration that our own Cathy Dill, Director of Serving Ministries, has been asked to serve on the TAFB Nutrition Policy Working Group. 
Holy Land Tour
January 24-February 2, 2022
Join Pastor Estee for a trip to the Holy Land to tour the most sacred sites in the Bible. We’ll visit Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee and other holy sites. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Estee.
We Need Your Help!
We continue to move closer to full in-person worship at KUMC. Hymnals, giving envelopes, etc. are back in the pews. We will also resume passing offering plates/baskets and open the Welcome Desk. Below is list of our current volunteers needs. If you can help, contact Kim Kuhlman.

· Ushers – 4-6 ushers needed for each worship service

· Welcome Desk Ambassadors – 8:30-9:05am for 9am worship and 10:30-11:05am for 11am

· Greeters – are always needed

· Golf Cart Drivers – we will only run golf carts for the first Sunday of the month outdoor service and special events. MVR background check required.
Drive Through Adventure Planning Meeting
Are you interested in helping plan or be a part of the 2021 Drive Through Christmas Adventure that serves families of our Angel Tree, Kids Hope and Resource Center program? Want more information about being involved? Here's your chance. Meet on June 10, 6-7pm, in DAC 415 to discuss the great things that happened in 2020 and start planning for the 2021 Adventure. Contact Cathy Dill with questions.
KUMC Children's Ministries

Children's Resources
Visit Keller UMC Kids Ministry Facebook page for announcements, spiritual formation resources and group chat opportunities.
Compassion Camp
Mark your calendars and plan on joining us as we explore what it means to have compassion for others, ourselves and the world. Pre-k - 5th grade, Sunday mornings: July 11, 18 and 25, 10-11am. Stay tuned, more details and registration coming in June.
Youth Ministries
(7th-12th Grade)

Stay Connected!
Be sure to sign up for our weekly e-newsletter, Youth News and to stay up to date for 7th-12th graders. Click here to subscribe! You can also follow us on social media and Remind!  
7-Up Week Registration
Summer is here, and Youth Ministries is ready to welcome our newest members! Click to learn more about our 7-Up Week for rising 7th graders!
5th and 6th Grade Ministries

Let's Connect!
If you are not already signed up for Remind, use code: @5thamp6 to get connected!

Come and Celebrate Birthdays with Us!
Sunday June 13, 4-6pm
5th and 6th graders meet Mrs. Danielle at the church front office
Sunday School In-Person Meetings
Here is a list of Sunday School classes meeting back in person this weekend at 10am:

Faith in Friends - DAC 415
New Life - DAC 407/414
Faith, Fellowship and Fun - DAC 417
Open Door - DAC 408/413
Young Couples - DAC 416
Seekers - DAC 402
Pathfinders: DAC 409/410/411/412 (9:30am)
Homebuilders - DAC 404 (10:30am)
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