Check out what's going on this week at the UMC of Red Bank!
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Thursday, November 17, 2022
November 20, 2022 at 10:00 am
 "What are you thankful for?" That's going to be the question around the table on Thursday. Thinking of meaningful answers to the question on a regular basis can have a profoundly positive effect on our lives. Let's take a look at practicing thanksgiving as a spiritual discipline.
Reminder: We have resumed in-person worship and continue to live-stream the service on our website and YouTube channel.
Stewardship Update-
Thank you for your generosity and faithfulness in investing in the next year's ministry. Here is an update of what we have received thus far: $180,861 pledged for our general budget & $15,160 for outreach. Remember, it is not too late to turn in your pledge cards if you are planning and are able to do so.
Special Charge Conference- 11/22
A special charge conference will be held at the beginning of the Church Council meeting, at 7:30 pm on November 22, to approve a bequest from the Helvi Suominen estate. Pastor Cam will preside and the regular Council meeting will follow immediately after.  
Church Decorating- 11/26
Join us for our annual decorating of the church building for Christmas on Saturday, 11/26 at 10:00 am. Lend a hand and join in the fun!
God Squad Clothing Drive a Success-
Thanks to all!
Our clothing drive last Saturday was a great success, thanks to all who donated. We collected 1350 pounds of clothing and received $263 from Carecycle for our contribution.
Worship Readers Needed-
We are in need of Worship Readers for upcoming Sundays. Click here or contact Amanda in the church office to sign up. Thank you to all who volunteer each Sunday and serve UMC Red Bank in this way!
UWF Gift Basket Auction-
A Note of Thanks
The UMW/UWF would like to thank everyone who either contributed beautiful baskets or placed bids for the baskets for our Fall fundraiser. We had 17 lovely baskets and one German Feast (donated by the Schildge's), so bidding was quite active. Thanks to all, our profit was $1,920. We will apply some of this money towards our mission obligations.
- Gerri Poranski and the women of UWF
Poinsettia Ordering - Starting 11/27
Starting November 27 and running through December 18, orders for poinsettias can be placed on the church website or through order form dropped off at the church office. Plants are $20 each and can be given "in honor, in memory or in celebration of" loved ones. Contact Chelsea Foster for more information or Amanda in the office to place your orders.
Red Bank CROP Walk - Updates
The total donation amount for our Red Bank online team is $3425.00. Additionally, there were four other online teams from church members and Back Pack Crew. (this does not include envelope giving) UMC Red Bank are are the most active congregation in the Red Bank Crop Hunger Walk. Thanks to all the donors, walkers, volunteers and prayers!  (and for our pastor in the Stroller Roller Brigade!) - Janie Schildge
Check Out Our Family-Friendly Space in the Lounge!
We love babies and we want young families to feel welcomed and comfortable! In addition to the soft play space at the back of the sanctuary, we have created a family friendly space in the Lounge (across from the bathrooms) for parents with young children who need a little more wiggle room, cry space or lactation spot. There are some toys in the bench, and the service will be streamed on the big screen. Please take advantage of this room with your baby/toddler as needed.
Backpack Crew Pantry
Donations Welcome

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 though Friday from 9 am to 3 pm.
The current donation request is FRUIT CUPS OF ANY KIND. Thank you for your continued support. Email us at backpackcrewnj@gmail.com with any questions.
Discussion Group on "Inspired" - Sundays
Sundays at 7:00 pm, there will be an adult/teen book discussion group for "Inspired", by Rachel Held Evans, led by Bonnie Deroski. The zoom link can be found on the Church website calendar or click HERE. 
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Fellowship Time
Coffee Hour-
Volunteer One Sunday
We are looking for volunteers to help set up, serve and clean up during Fellowship Time Coffee Hour.
Use the link below to sign up to help or contact Amanda in the church office for more information.
Adult Education-
Adult Education is on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm on Zoom (see the church calendar on our website for the link) and Sundays at 8:45 am in person (meeting in the Lounge). We will begin with a video series by Marcus Borg on his book The Heart of Christianity.  You are welcome to read his book, but the video series is a set of lectures he gave on the topic that does not require reading the book to follow his thinking. This is a great place to join us if you have not participated before, or if you are a returning “regular” or anything in between. We look forward to seeing you!
Pastoral Care
If someone is hospitalized or in need of pastoral care,
please contact Rev. Cameron Overbey at pastorcam@umcredbank.org or call (732) 747-0446.