Sunday Worship
July 31
The Surprising Acts
of God: The Adventure Continues
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Allan Bevere
In-Person: 8:30 Traditional, 11:00 Modern
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Sunday School Hour for All Ages 9:30-11am
- Sunday School activities in the Gathering Area and Camp Read-A-Lot literacy activities. Stay as long as you like.
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Worship at Crystal Park UMC:
Traditional Worship at 11 a.m. | 2219 Mahoning Rd NE, Canton, 44705
Preacher: Rev. Paul White
Sermon: Talking to Oneself
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Camp Read-A-Lot Celebration!
Thanks to everyone for your prayers and presence in helping to make this year’s in-person Camp Read-A-Lot a great experience!
Join us for worship on Sunday as we share and celebrate God’s goodness!
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Back to School Blessing & Kindergarten Blessing
August 21 at both Worship Services
Join us as we offer a special blessing and gift for students of all ages, educators, administrators and support staff at each worship service.
There will be a special blessing for students beginning Kindergarten. If you have a child entering Kindergarten this fall, please contact Kathy Schmucker at kschmucker@faithumchurch.org.
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Cooperative Parish- Family Fun Day Success
Everyone should give whatever they have decided in their heart. They shouldn't give with hesitation or because of pressure. God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7
Last Saturday, July 23, Faith United and Crystal Park Churches held their first Cooperative Parish Family Fun Day event at Crystal Park. During this event:
- 52 students participated in VBS activities
- 50+ adults participated in the activities
- 111 backpacks were distributed (an additional 121 will be given at Faith Kitchen today)
- 47 volunteers from Faith United, Crystal Park, and Crosspoint Churches, other Faith Kitchen friends, and Canton Police officers shared time, talents and resources
This was a true relationship and community-building event. Both community families and church families experienced relationships/friendships being renewed, strengthened, and established;
We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our church families. We were able to provide 232 backpacks with supplies and 100 ($20) Goodwill vouchers to purchase new and gently used school clothes. We are also extremely grateful for all of those who volunteered to donate/pack school supplies and backpacks, pack lunches, bake cookies, donate popcorn/oil, and/or serve at one of the 10 stations like Bible story, imagination station, backpacks, games, coloring, snow cones, popcorn, books, lunches, face painting, and/or serving on the registration, set up/clean up crews. We are blessed by the ways people supported this new event. Thank you to all who gave Cheerfully!
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Sensory Inclusive Certification
It is time to update Faith United’s Sensory Inclusive Certification with KultureCity. Anyone serving in ministries involving children, youth, and adults is encouraged to participate. Please click here, enter your name and email, and complete the online training for our recertification requirements.
KultureCity’s sensory inclusive program is designed to help persons with sensory needs like PTSD, autism, dementia, and strokes just to name a few, feel welcomed. Combining training by professionals, sensory bags, and signage, the certification program helps ensure that all persons are accepted and included at any event or program we offer.
Contact Kathy Schmucker for more information!
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The Bible Year - Church-Wide Reading and Study |
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By studying the Bible daily, you’re enriching your spiritual life and developing a deeper faith. Imagine how reading the Bible together as a congregation will make a difference in our church and community! |
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This Week's Readings:
July 31 Day 212
Ezekiel 6:1-11:25
August 1 Day 213
Ezekiel 12:1-16:63
August 2 Day 214
Ezekiel 17:1-21:32
August 3 Day 215
Ezekiel 22:1-26:21
August 4 Day 216
Ezekiel 27:1-32:32
August 5 Day 217
Ezekiel 33:1-37:28
August 6 Day 218
Ezekiel 38:1-42:20
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“Get into the word of God and let God’s word get into you.” – Bishop Tracy Malone
As you read consider: What is God revealing to me today, and how will I apply it to my life?
- Devotionals to help understand the verses are available on the Book Resource Table.
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Weekly Amplify Media videos to enhance your reading experience.
- Monthly reflection and discussion with Pastors Steve and Jake and Spiritual Formation Director, Kathy Schmucker on the last Sunday, at 6:30pm via Zoom
- Check out "Basic Bible" on Amplify Media to learn how it is organized and general themes found throughout.
Missed a week? Open up previous Navigators here for the daily readings
For more information, contact Kathy Schmucker, Pastor Steve, or Pastor Jake.
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Adult Connect Groups
Get connected at Faith United, Fall groups are now forming! Contact Kathy Schmucker for information on starting, or participating in, an adult group.
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Bible Year Monthly Discussion and Reflection, 6:30pm, July 31, Zoom
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The Promise of the Holy Spirit, Men's Life Study, 8:00am, August 6 & 20, Kim Reynolds, Beyesly's Restaurant
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Mom's Group, 9:45am, Sundays, Rebekah Heskett and Bethany Sedziol, Nursery
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Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays, 1:00pm, Mike Flechtner, Parlor
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Theology for Our Times, Fridays, 1:00pm, Tom Strauch, Zoom
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Click here or scan for more details about all the group opportunities and programs happening at Faith United.
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Faith and Environment Weekly
Worldwide, companies are competing to strip CO2 from the air
The world emits 40 billion tons of carbon annually, and no single method is potent enough to capture the 10 gigatons of carbon dioxide per year the National Academy of Sciences prescribes. Now, the world is responding.
The Climeworks facility in Iceland is just the first of large direct air capture plants slated to go up in the next several years, propelled by nine-figure investments and the support of powerful allies, including the US government. These competing companies suck CO2 from the air and sequester the carbon in underground rock formations.
A rival technique appeals to gas and oil companies; Occidental Petroleum plans to inject the captured carbon dioxide into the ground to push more oil into its wells, a process known as enhanced oil recovery. The net result is “carbon-free fossil fuel”. Texas, Scotland, and Norway plan million-ton-per-year plants starting as soon as 2022. “We’re pulling as much CO2 out of the air as is contained in the crude that comes up.”
The race for direct air capture research is serious; United Kingdom has pledged $125 million, the U.S. Department of Energy committed $24 million in research grants, and the Biden administration’s infrastructure law allocates $3.5 billion for the construction of four million-ton direct air capture “hubs” around the country.
The Takeaway: Another step forward in defeating climate change!
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The July/August issues of the Upper Room Devotional and the Daily Bread are available for pick up on the Gathering Area Information Display Board.
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VISIONING TEAM - 2022
Faith United's Visioning Team believes our best days are ahead of us! We believe that God is doing a new thing, casting a renewed vision for us and we want to hear from you about what that vision might include! We started sharing some of our hopes and dreams for the future of our church on the gathering area whiteboard.
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- Invite thecommunity to social gatherings (Block party, cookout)
- More community outreach
As you consider God's vision for our church, we invite you to keep God's mission for the Church in mind: to be, make, and mature disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Consider, "How can we reach new, younger, and more diverse people?" We also recommend reading “God’s Mixed Ecology” – a 13-page article to help us think in new ways with visioning.
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Sunday School activities are in the Gathering Area weekly between worship services.
Celebrate Wonder home activities are available in the weekly worship emails for Nursery-5th Grade. Pick 1-2 activities to do and learn and wonder about God together. View each week's Bible story and music videos on Amplify Media which has special videos for kids! Follow these steps to register or contact Kathy Schmucker.
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Fall Ministries
We are beginning to prepare for our fall ministries. Let’s show families that kids matter at Faith United!
Check out all the opportunities to serve. Prayerfully consider how God is calling you to make a difference by helping make our children’s ministries a great experience for kids and families in our congregation and community!
- Sunday School teachers and helpers (Sunday A.M.)
- Wednesday Wonder Kids (Wednesday P.M.)
- Wednesday Night Faith Connections meal team
- Nursery and Childcare (Sunday A.M. and Wednesday P.M.)
- Adult Group Facilitators and Coordinators
- Library Story Time with FFLC Students
Kids need our church. Kids need Jesus! Kids need You!
For more information contact Kathy Schmucker or Sandy Vaughn.
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Fall at Faith United! Mark your calendars now!
We know that families have busy schedules and wanted to begin sharing these fall dates and opportunities now so that you can begin coordinating your schedules and not miss out on all the fun and faith building activities happening this fall!
- 3rd Grade Bible Presentation is September 11
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Wednesday Night Faith Connections for all ages begins on Wednesday, September 14
- Kids Choir and Family Sing Along at 5:00pm
- Dinner Worship, 5:45 – 6:30pm
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Little Wonders for kids 5 and under at 6:30pm. Little ones learn about God in a loving, caring environment!
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Wonder Kids for kids in grades Kindergarten thru 5th grade – 6:30pm. Kids learn about God in creative ways through Bible stories, art, games, science, service and mission projects and spiritual practices.
- Programs, groups and activities for Adults and Youth – 6:30pm
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East Ohio Conference Summer Camp Registration
There is still time to register. Scholarships are available!
Every summer has a story! We want to help make summer camp part of the summer story for kids and youth! East Ohio Camps provide a wide range of experiences with a variety of interests and themes. Visit our Summer Camp Page, contact Kathy Schmucker or Matt Kluchar, or grab a camp brochure from the Gathering Area information board for details.
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Faith United welcomes children of all ages in worship. Our worship experience is enriched as we gather together to experience and praise God.
- Worship Kits and worship manipulatives are available to guide children as they pray and learn about God
- Family Prayer Ground at the front of the sanctuary for families to have a comfortable, close-up view of worship.
- Rocking chairs in the Narthex and Family Prayer Ground.
- Nursery care & Preschool Sunday School (birth-age 5) during worship in room 18.
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Students in grades 6-12 are invited to Sunday School at 9:45am each Sunday in the Youth Room.
Contact Matt Kluchar for other Middle/High School youth events and details.
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Faith United is hiring!
- Chancel Choir Director
- Childcare Provider
- Evening/Sunday Custodian
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More details here.
Faith Friends Learning Center is hiring!
Assistant & Lead Teacher Positions Available for 2022-2023 School Year
- Part-time staff members who can work M-F, both morning (beginning at 7am) and afternoon (3pm – 6pm) positions are available. $11.50/hour.
- Full-time Lead Preschool teacher, Monday – Friday from 8:45am – 5:45pm with a one hour break.
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More details available upon request. Please email a copy of your resume to gberry@faithumchurch.org if you are interested in joining our team!
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Explore some great resources for your spiritual journey!
Amplify Media is a video library with 1,000's of videos for adults, youth and kids to view from your phone, tablet, computer, or tv. These resources can be used for individual or group studies, and has a special section just for kids! Follow these instructions to access your free account. Contact Kathy Schmucker, Spiritual Formation Director.
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Visit our Library for your summer reading!
Come in and check out some of the the new books and resources we have available in the library to nurture your spiritual journey!
Type a topic in the search bar to see available resources.
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Cokesbury is a great resource to purchase Bibles, devotionals, gifts & more! The church receives credit & a rebate from your purchases when you use this link to order.
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Order gift cards year round! Part of each order benefits the Youth Mission Fund. Check out available cards and contact Matt Kluchar to order.
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Sunday, July 30
10am-12pm Faith Kitchen at Crystal Park
Sunday, July 31
8:30am-9:30am Traditional Worship - Live Stream (Sanctuary)
8:30am-12pm Nursery Care & Preschool Sunday School (Room 18)
9:30am-11am Sunday School Activities all ages (Gathering Area)
9:45am-10:45am Mom's Group (Nursery)
9:45am-10:45am Middle/High School Sunday School (Youth Room)
11am-12pm Modern Worship - Live Stream (Sanctuary)
6:30pm-7:30pm Bible Year Discussion and Reflection (Zoom)
Tuesday, August 2
9am-11:30am Library Story Time (Chapel)
2:30pm-3:30pm Women's Emmaus Accountability (Zoom)
6pm-9pm Boy Scouts (Robinson Hall or Pavilion)
Thursday, August 4
1pm-2:30pm Prayer Shawl Ministry (Parlor)
Friday, August 5
1pm-2pm Theology for Our Times (Zoom)
Saturday, August 6
8am-9am Men's Life Study at Beyesly's
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