The Voice March 8, 2023

MARCH 8, 2023

MESSAGE FROM RICKY

Dear Friends,

This past Sunday afternoon our church voted to remain United Methodist and a member of the Mississippi Annual Conference. Below is a video message that I sent out reflecting on that vote and what it means for our congregation. I do hope that you will watch that video and join me in prayer. As our guest preacher this past Sunday, Bob Rambo, said anytime we confront a moment of decision, we are uncertain of what may come next. But, God is with us and where He leads, He will provide. I'm grateful for Bob's message from Sunday and for the promise of God's presence.

This coming Sunday, our Revive sermon series continues with our next guest preacher, The Rev. Kaylyn Lindsay. Kaylyn is a graduate of Asbury Seminary and the associate pastor at Cleveland First UMC. She is a dynamic young preacher in our conference and we are excited to hear that God has placed on her heart for us.

Grace and Peace

Ricky

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TOP 3 AT FIRST UMC

LENTEN LUNCHES ARE BACK

During Lent, we gather together for Brown Bag Lenten Lunches on Tuesdays at 12 PM in the Worship Center. Hosted by the various circles at First United Methodist Church Clinton, we welcome in speakers from in-house and guest speakers from the community as well.

Beverages, desserts, table decorations and lunch for the guest speaker are provided by the following circles:

March 14 - Grace Circle

March 21 - Naomi Circle

March 28 - Marion Lyons Circle

April 4 - Grace Circle

Lenten Lunches Schedule

March 14 - Rev. Katie Giedd

March 21 - Rev. Pamela Cameron

March 28 - Chap Fenwick (Camp Wesley Pines)

April 4 - Rev. Ricky James

HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

It's hard to believe that we are already looking toward Holy Week. We’ve only just had our second Lenten Lunch and already, we are looking toward the resurrection hope that we find on Easter morning.

Go ahead and save the following dates for our times of worship during Holy Week:

April 2nd - Palm Sunday | Services at 9 AM (Traditions) and 11 AM (Connections)

April 6th - Maundy Thursday | 6 PM Sanctuary

April 7th - Good Friday | 6 PM Worship Center

April 9th - Easter Sunday | Sunrise Service at 6 AM (in front of Sanctuary), Traditions at 9 AM (Sanctuary), Family Fellowship Egg Hunt, Donuts on the Lawn and Family Pictures in front of the Cross at 10 AM (front of Education Building), Connections at 11 AM (Worship Center).

FIRST UMC DISAFFILIATION RESULTS

The First United Methodist Church of Clinton, MS had a special called church conference on March 5, 2023 at 2 PM. Click HERE to watch our Senior Pastor, Rev. Dr. Ricky James' response.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER

MENU:

JOIN US FOR FELLOWSHIP DINNER!

The serving line opens at 5:15pm and closes at 5:45 pm. Reservations must be in by NOON on Monday prior to the Wednesday night dinner.

Adult Meal - $8.00
Salad Bar - $8.00
Potato Bar - $5.00
Kids Meal - $5.00
Pizza - $2.00 per slice
Family Maximum - $30

MENUS:

NOTE: ALL MEALS ARE SERVED WITH A DESSERT

March 15th - SPRING BREAK

NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER / SMALL GROUPS

March 22nd

Hamburgers & Fixins', Fries, Baked Beans, Dessert

Make Your Reservation

MINISTRY SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK

GIRL SCOUTING

Submitted by Sherry Surrette

I just wanted to send a thank you for allowing our Girl Scout Troop 4409 to use the church for our bi-weekly meetings. Last night, as one of our beautification projects, we planted some tulip bulbs under the Cross by the education wing. The girls were so excited to do this as a thank you to the Church, and to help the environment as well. Praying the flowers show up by Easter!

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

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