"BLOOM WHERE YOU ARE PLANTED" - A ONE-DAY WOMEN'S RETREAT 

Saturday, January 21, 2023

What does it look like to be a "disciple"? Can God really use me? Mark your calendars for this one-day retreat and learn how God is calling you to bloom where you are planted. Reverend Mary Gean Cope will facilitate this day of fellowship & fun. Registration forms are available at the Connection Center in the lobby. Cost is $50 and includes lunch, snacks, and all materials. Info:  Trudysmith@aledoumc.org

MEN'S RETREAT

February 3-4, 2023



The Men’s Retreat is scheduled for February 3-4, at Graham Lodge at Glen Lake Camp. We will have a meal and fellowship Friday evening, followed by a work project on Saturday. This retreat is an “arrive when you can” event.

SECURITY TEAM ORIENTATION

February 5, 2023, 10:00am

Thank you to all who have volunteered to serve on our church security team! Please mark your calendars for Sunday, February 5th at 10:00am. We will be joined by a representative from the Parker County Sheriff's Office, who will provide a brief and informative orientation for all security team members. If you are interested in serving on the security team but haven't signed up yet, it's not too late! A sign-up sheet is located at the Connection Center.

ADULT MISSION TRIP TO CONROE MISSION CENTER

February 5-9, 2023

LAST WEEK TO SIGN UP!

Each year there are about 100 natural disasters in the US. These include wildfires, floods, droughts, heat waves, cold waves, tornadoes and hurricanes. In 2021 the cost of natural disasters was $152 billion, and countless people were left homeless and without possessions as a result.

The Mission Center in Conroe responds to such disasters with pre-assembled kits that serve immediate needs. They include flood buckets, hygiene kits, and adult and child backpacks. In 2022 Mission Center volunteers prepared 337 Adult Care Bags, 38% of which were prepared by AUMC members, and 205 Child Care Bags, 76% of which were

prepared by AUMC members. We are doing God’s work in Conroe!

• February 5 – 9
• only expense is meals
• deadline to sign up – January 15

For more information, contact Alicia Henze arhenze@aol.com or Peggy Badlato pbadlato@att.net.

Check out what's happening this month @the Quad!

• Wednesday night Bible study - Jesus & Social Media
• Dinner at 5:30, lesson begins at 6!
• New Sunday School lesson - "Redeem the Screen" by Kyle Idleman
• Sunday Funday
• January 22 - outing to Old School Arcade in Mineral Wells!
• January 29 - dinner, games, etc. @the Quad
• Service project outing - Sunday, January 15

COMMITMENT SUNDAY

Sunday, January 29th, 10:00am

This Sunday begins our 3-week stewardship campaign, which will culminate on January 29th with Commitment Sunday and a celebration brunch catered by Blue Mesa at 10:00am. Plan to turn in your pledge card and enjoy some Blue Mesa on the 29th!

ALTAR FLOWERS

Anyone wishing to display flowers in honor or memory of loved ones in our sanctuary, contact Linda Surratt at 817-228-4632. Linda is the flower coordinator on our Worship committee.

SUPPORT GROUPS FOR AREAS OF LIFE

Our groups are open to adults in our community who are experiencing life's challenges. We all have difficult times in our lives when we need loving, compassionate support.

• Alzheimer's Support Group & Kaleidoscope - meets the second Thursday of each month at 1:00pm.
• Cancer Support Group - meets the second Tuesday of each month



For more information on any of these groups go to aledoumc.org.

MEN'S DEVOTIONAL BREAKFAST

Mondays, 7:30am, Chapel



Pastor Joel will be sharing a short devotional with this group. Burritos and coffee will be served. This is an opportunity to meet new people and decompress. The goal is for those not retired, to get back on the road by 8:15, at the latest. A donation of $5 is asked to cover the cost.

January 16 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - No Men's Breakfast

January 23 - Joshua 1:1-9

January 30 - Micah 6:1-8

February 6 - Proverbs 20:1-7

February 13 - 1 Peter 5:1-9

February 20 - 1 Timothy 5:1-8

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

Tuesdays, 10:00am-noon, Chapel/Activity Center

Looking for an interesting study? Join the Tuesday Morning class! We will begin a new study January 10th. All are welcome! Email Trudy Smith with questions.

JAVA & JESUS

Thursdays, 10:00am-noon, Gathering Room

Interested in a weekly women’s group and a good cup of coffee? Lessons center around how we juggle being moms and followers of Christ in a busy world. New study to begin Thursday, January 12: video series entitled "What the Women Saw".  In this six-session study, we will see Jesus through the unique perspective of women in the Bible. Nursery is provided; no outside reading required. Email Trudy Smith for more info and/or to register for childcare.

PASTOR'S BIBLE STUDIES

Wednesdays



IN THE AM - 9:30am, Parlor

IN THE PM - 6:00pm, Gathering Room

New Year, new resolutions! We are looking to build a third team of ushers for the 11:00 service. This involves being friendly, arriving 15 minutes before the service, handing out bulletins, recognizing new faces, collecting the offering and picking up pew pads after the service. On the job training is available! If you are interested or need more information please email Scott Sadler at jscottsadler@aol.com.

BOB BULL’S COAT DRIVE



Through February 1st we will be collecting gently-used coats to be distributed by Beautiful Feet in Fort Worth.  All sizes are needed, children through adult! Please make sure coats are clean and in “working order.”

MANNA ROOM FOOD PANTRY

If you would like to help feed our neighbors, we are currently short of the following items:

Squeeze bottles of jelly                                             

Cornbread mix                                 

Rice (1 lb. bags or boxes)

Canned pasta

We are very well stocked with all other items. Please be sure to check the expiration dates. Donations can be placed in the marked bin in the Narthex. Thank you for your faithfulness in supporting this ministry!