This Sunday is Transfiguration Sunday, which is a "hinge" Sunday between the light of the Epiphany and the shadows of Lent. We will hear stories from the mountain top -- one with Moses and the other with Jesus and his closest disciples. These mystical, transcendent stories defy categorization, and even finding words to describe them seems impossible. Which raises the question: Do we need to find words for the transcendent? And if not, how does it change things if we "let the mystery be" (to borrow a phrase from an Iris DeMent song). Pastor Jeremy's message is called "Ineffable."

Sandy will be at the piano, the Sanctuary Choir will sing, and Linda will read scripture. We hope you can join us for a meaningful time of worship! Download the Sunday, February 19 worship bulletin here.

You can watch previous worship services at the TUMC YouTube Channel.

The season of Advent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 22.

including the Imposition of Ashes

8:30-8:50 a.m. and again 10:30-10:50 a.m.

in the sanctuary

from 9-10 a.m. in the parking lot.

Studies have shown that most people recognize only a small number of emotions (happy, angry, and sad). But of course, our emotional life as human beings is much richer and more nuanced than that. Lent is an emotional season and this year the scripture readings provide provocative and engaging stories with lots of emotions to explore. Through this Lent worship series, we will expand our emotional vocabulary and will be invited to notice and affirm our emotions as a way to become more fully human.

Throughout the season of Lent, explore your emotions through our worship gatherings and a spiritual practice called the "daily examen." Join us on Sunday, March 26 (or any Sunday in Lent) to find out more!

At long last, the Tigard UMC website calendar has been updated and posted to the church website. You can find it here. You can see the schedule of TUMC activities and programs listed for each day of the month. While the basics are posted now, we will continue to add events and information in the future.

Let us know what has been missed and any corrections that need to be made by contacting the church office at admin@tigardumc.org.

Have you ever wondered how to get one of those cool mugs with your name on it? A Cup Partner donation is what you are looking for! There are several “perks” that come with every donation partnership. All benefits will begin in March 2023 and go through the end of February 2024.

If you would like to become a Jubilatte Cup Partner, ask for a donation pamphlet the next time you visit Jubilatte or sign up using this online form.

Thank you for your kindness and for supporting Jubilatte! We look forward to partnering with you as we offer gracious hospitality to all who come through our doors.

The United Women in Faith walking group invites all church friends (men included!) to join us on Friday walks in our area. When the forecast is rain, we walk at Washington Square Mall at 9 a.m. When we look forward to a dry day we enjoy one of the many trail possibilities in the area and begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information and to find out the location of the next walk, contact Jane Storey at jlstorey477@gmail.com.

Have you ever wanted to be a part of a non-judgmental group of men who don't take themselves seriously but do take seriously their spiritual walk? On Wednesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., men of various ages come together via ZOOM for a time of sharing and reflection regarding their personal spiritual walk, as each define that. Download the flyer to find out more.

If this sounds like something you might like to be a part of, please contact Rick

Schisler at ricknportland@gmail.com.

Do you have a notice for the weekly e-mail? Please submit your information to the church office by noon on Wednesday each week.