Journey to Easter!

Please join us as we remember the "ten objects in plain sight" that Jesus encountered on his journey to Easter. Each week during Lent, Settle families are presenting a Lenten reading and placing objects at the foot of the cross. This Sunday's object (March 12) is a jar of coins. Let's walk this journey together.

Sign Up Today for Settle's Easter Weekend Prayer Vigil

The Mission Committee is sponsoring a Prayer Vigil Easter weekend. We will begin praying in the Chapel after the Maundy Thursday service at 8 p.m. April 6 and hope to have continuous prayer until 6 a.m. Easter morning. We have created a Sign Up Genius online signup (see link below) so our Settle family can sign up for one-hour spots to commit to prayer during this time.

You also will notice a "security" sign up as well. We will need volunteers to make sure those who are praying in the Chapel feel safe while they are praying behind closed doors. We realize that the vigil takes place during spring break week for our community. Therefore, we have reserved some spots where we can continue the Prayer Vigil “off-site” and give those who are traveling an opportunity to participate in this church-wide endeavor. We have a total of 58 spots to fill for praying and 51 spots for security.

If you have questions or need help signing up, please contact Suzanne Anderson (270-316-8700, sganderson0616@gmail.com) or Lynne Alvey at the church office (270-684-4226, lynne.settleumc@gmail.com).

Let's come together during this special time in our Christian beliefs to honor the One True God who sacrificed His life to give us LIFE!

Blessings to all!

Mission Committee

Easter Flower Orders Due March 28

Flowers will decorate the worship spaces on Easter Sunday, April 9. If you wish to buy a flower ($12 each) in honor/memory of a loved one, please fill out the online order form (button below) by March 28 so that your order is received in time. A special flyer will be printed for Easter Day.

Payment accepted for Easter honor/memorials is check/cash (memo: Easter flowers) or by online payment.

Settle Preschool Students Visit Quilting Group

Mrs. Grant’s Settle Preschool class studied the letter “Q” last week. They visited our Settle Quilters who shared some information about the quilts they are working on!

All Ladies Invited to Saturday, March 18, Event at St. John UMC in Owensboro

United Women in Faith (formerly United Methodist Women) will meet for the Owensboro District Spring Day Apart on Saturday, March 18, at St. John UMC, 2160 Griffith Ave., Owensboro.

Registration and brunch begin at 10 a.m., and the spiritual growth hour starts at 10:30 a.m. Guest speaker is Dr. Jay Smith, Owensboro district superintendent.

All women who want to make a difference in the lives of women, children, and youth are welcome. Come and bring a friend. Questions? Contact Joanna Blaney at jdblaney1@gmail.com.

Remember to Set Your Clocks One Hour Ahead on Saturday!

Just a reminder that Daylight Savings Time begins at 2 a.m. this Sunday, March 12. Please remember to set your clocks ahead one hour so you won't be late to church!

Thank you, LeeAnn!

Special thanks to LeeAnn Legg for her many years of service in Settle’s kitchen. LeeAnn cooked for our Wednesday meals pre-COVID and for our St. Benedict meal commitment until recently. Due to increased responsibilities with her “real” job, she is hanging up her chef’s hat. If you see her around, give her a word of thanks!  

Baby News

Congratulations to Chase & Anna Malone on the birth of their daughter, Mabel Lorraine Malone, on March 1! Mabel was 7 pounds, 11 ounces and 20.5 inches long. Proud big sister is Ada, and proud grandparents are Dr. & Mrs. George Gilliam.

In Christian Sympathy

We extend our deep sympathy to Pat Burton and family (including Steve (Becky) Burton, BJ Burton, and Meagan (Ben) Broerman and family, who all attend Settle) on the death of Pat's husband, Tom Burton, late last night. Tom was a life long Settle Memorial member who will be greatly missed. Prayers for peace and comfort in the days ahead. Arrangements are pending.

Financial Update

2023 Budget

$765,704

Year-to-Date Offering (January)

$70,519

$17,644 per week

To Achieve Budget for the Year

$695,184

$14,483 per week

Last Week's Giving (March 5)

$16,422.36

March 5 Attendance

In-person (Traditional & Shout): 211

Online (Traditional & Shout): 181