This weekend is the third week of Advent. How did that happen? How did it get to be two weeks until Christmas? It is all a little hard to believe. It seems a little to me like 2020 has moved by slowly and now all of a sudden December almost over.
Every year I always find myself trying to slow Advent down. Trying to keep Christmas from coming because once it comes it will be over. However, this year it is all mixed up. Some of us really want 2020 to be over, so we might be excited that time is moving quickly. But, this is a time to walk slowly. A time to focus each day on finding love, hope, joy and peace. A time to prepare for Christmas.
As we walk, be it quickly or slowly, I do encourage you to spend the last few days of this year sifting through everything that has happened. Looking at everything of 2020 though the lens of Advent. Then, when you are ready, lay all those things, those happenings of this past year, at the manger.
See you this weekend.
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The pastors and staff members weekly record couch talk. Couch Talk is full of useful announcements for the coming weeks. Take a moment each week to watch.
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Get to Know: Linda Stubits,
Our Financial Manager!
Originally a New York native, Linda now resides in Inverness with her feline companion, Queenie.
Linda is always busy and on the go. With three sisters, she is constantly visiting one or having dinner with another. She is an avid gardener, specializing in orchids. She is a busy crafter who is currently perfecting her watercolor and colored pencil techniques. Linda is also an accomplished chef and baker, turning out fabulous creations that the staff adores!
Linda has a passion for her career and does not consider her employment a job. It is something that fulfills her and at the same time the results she generates fulfill the financial plan of the church and exemplify our commitment to Stewardship.
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It's This Sunday Night!!!
We are having our Annual Bonfire Event: Songs and S'mores. This gathering will take place on December 13 at 5pm.
Bring a chair! We will have safe s’more set-ups for you. This will be a great time for us to gather together for some fun, music and fellowship.
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Movies on the Lawn
Join us each Wednesday at 6pm. Bring your lawn chair, a blanket and a friend for this fun, weekly event. You can also watch from the comfort of your car or golf cart. Click on the movie title to watch a preview for the movie.
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Christmas Tree Decorating!!!
We still need of a group to adopt the following tree: The Small One.
Each weekend you are invited to bring a special ornament to put on the Christmas tree at church that reflects the Advent Theme. After your time of reflection, you can either create an ornament or use an ornament that you already own to share on our tree.
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3rd Sunday of Advent (Dec 12/13) - JOY - Luke 2:8-14
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4th Sunday of Advent (Dec 19/20) - PEACE - Isaiah 9:6-7
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Worship
Sat. Dec 5, 5:00 pm - 40 Online, 40 In-Person, Total: 80
Sun. Dec 6, 9:00 am - 110 Online, 128 In-Person, Total: 238
Sun. Dec 6, 10:30am - 37 Online, 59 In-Person, Total: 96
Weekend Totals - 187 Online, 227 In-Person, All Total: 414
Please Make Sure You "Sign In" on the Connection Pad. Just click this link!
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Walk Away the Pounds with Leo
Do you want to jump-start your New Year’s
fitness goals? Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Dec 15, 3:00-4:00. Join at any time! This 3 mile indoor walk program includes some light cardio/aerobic exercise.
If you have weights or bands, bring those, too! Work at your own pace. Cost is $10 at your first visit and no charge thereafter.
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A Holiday Yoga Practice!
Join us on Friday, December 11 for our last in-person yoga practice of the season at 9am. You can join us anytime on-line. For the rest of the holiday season you can join us on-line each Friday at 9am on the Lake Deaton Facebook Page. Click here to find the page. In person classes will resume on Friday, January 8, 2021.
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We believe that meeting the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of our church and neighbors is what showing the love of Christ is all about. If you are facing a challenge, have a prayer request, or want to serve as a volunteer, please let us know. In case of a death of a loved one or a hospitalization, let us know so a Care Minister can support you through this time.
For Prayer and Care Ministries needs, please email Denise Herzberg by clicking here.
We are now able to visit congregants in the hospital! Please let us know by calling the Care Department when you, a relative or a friend is in the hospital. We will schedule a visit from one of our pastoral team.
Prayer Concerns
Our deepest sympathies, love and prayers for Kris Schonewolf, on the loss of her husband, Mike Schonewolf. Mike was a member of Lake Deaton UMC
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Prayer Quilts
Please stop by the lobby and tie a knot on the prayer quilts for:
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Kris Schonewolf
Her husband, Mike, went to be with the Lord
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Maryann Bassett
Pray for her as she undergoes chemo treatments
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At times there will be a quilt on display in the Narthex
When on display please stop to pray and tie a knot for those in need of
comfort and hope
You can make a request for a prayer quilt on our website by clicking here
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Travel with Us
Want to learn more about traveling with us in 2021 and 2022? Meet with us on December 15 @ 5pm in the CLC. You can also check out the link below to find out more about these exciting trips!
In the October of 2021 we will be hosting a trip to Israel and in August 2022 a trip to the Oberammergau Passion Play and Italy.
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Are you interesting in becoming a member or just like to know a little more about Lake Deaton UMC?
Sign up is now open for our early 2021 C offee with the Pastors classes. Sign up today!
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Christmas Joy - an Alternative Christmas Gift
Looking for an opportunity and a special way to honor your family and friends by contributing in their name? A brochure with ministries you can support is available at church or on the website
You can give your gift online by clicking here, by writing a check and dropping it off at the church office, in the offering basket on the weekend, or by mailing it to the church. Please write "Christmas Joy" and the name of the project you wish to support on the memo line.
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Christmas Clean up
We are looking for volunteers to participate in cleaning up a few more flower beds that need "sprucing up". We are meeting December 12, between 9am and 12pm. Hope to see you, and you, and you too!
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The Bargains & Blessings Resale Store is in need of additional volunteers. There is a need for people to work in the Intake Area and moving heavier items within the store. If interested, click on link for Volunteer Application form. Check out our website for more info or email Ed Lovera. |
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Almost a New Year and time to start something new!
Join us for "How to Be Spiritually Fit"
Tuesday, January 12th at 10:am
In-Person, wearing masks & social distancing OR watch it LIVE online with Facebook, YouTube, or our website.
There is no fee but registration is needed:
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An Invite from Rick & Constance Rademacher
You are invited to enjoy a Christmas light show at: 3610 Quietwoods Drive - Village of Lake Deaton - 6 PM until 9PM (or when the last group leaves)
Tune the radio to 98.7 FM and hear the music that the lights will dance to.
Praying that everyone stays healthy and will receive and retain that Christmas spirit. Click here to see a preview of the light show. |
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Make a difference this holiday. Shop for gifts at
Lake Deaton United Methodist Church
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Our church calendar is now LIVE on our website. Check it out by clicking here.
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Connect with Us
Mailing Address:
6500 Wesleyan Way, Wildwood, FL 34785
Lake Deaton Office Hours:
Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 4:30pm
Friday 9:00am to 1:00pm
Office: Call 352-571-4665
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