Check out what's going on this week at the UMC of Red Bank!
Connections
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Pastor Cam's Weekend Preview
This Sunday, we celebrate the sacrament of Baptism, it's "All Sing Sunday," and we talk about growing together in faith! Stay tuned also for a look ahead to an "action packed" May!
Reminder: We have resumed in-person worship and continue to live-stream the service on our website and YouTube channel.
Celebrating Baptism- 4/30
Join us this Sunday in worship for a celebration of the baptism of Travis John Price. Come help us welcome him and his parents into our family of faith.
All Sing Rehearsal-
Before Worship on 4/30
This Sunday is All Sing Sunday! We will be meeting at 9:15 in the Sanctuary Chancel for a quick rehearsal. Let us all join voices and sing!
Lunch Chat - Babies & Toddlers Parenting for Faith- Mondays in May
Right from their very earliest days, babies and toddlers can meet and know God. Parents and carers get to be a key part of helping them to do that, and churches, friends and family all make up the supportive community that encourages and equips them on the journey. Join us for five sessions with short videos, all about nurturing your baby or toddler’s spiritual life. Perfect for parents of babies thru under-5. Grab your lunch and join the zoom chat from noon - 12:30 on Mondays in May! Zoom link on calendar at umcredbank.org.
UWF General Meeting - 5/6
There will be a UWF general meeting on Saturday, May 6 at 9:30 am in room 114. Contact Gerri Poranski for more information.
Come Celebrate With Us- 5/7
On Sunday, May 7, we will be celebrating the contributions that Gary Babler and John Walradt have made to our church in their roles as Memorial Garden and Property Committee Chairs. There will be a short thank you during the service and then a party in Fellowship Hall afterward. On behalf of the Trustees we hope you can make it!
*Youth Sunday 5/14
*UWF Sunday 5/21
*Confirmation Sunday 5/28
It's been a great Sunday school year!!! Hard to believe we are coming close to its close.
-Regular Sunday school will end on May 21st and Summer Sunday school (for kids 4-years-old through 4th Grade) will start May 29th
-The Prayground or the Family Friendly Lounge are available for children under 4
-Bagels + Faith will not meet on May 21st and will have its last meeting on May 29th
In Sunday school this summer we'll be working on a series of lessons based on 6 storybooks about Connecting with Self & Others, and the remaining sessions will be about Seeking God Together. 
*Please note: Youth Group will break for summer on May 24.
We are excited to present the "Building Our Vision" Capital Campaign as we look to further our church's commitment to operating in an environmentally responsible way and our mission to welcome all people with God's radical hospitality. You've likely heard the overview of the projects that the campaign entails, and now you are invited to visit the information table during Fellowship Time to learn more details! While there, you are encouraged to sign up for a "cottage meeting" which will be an opportunity for fellowship with church friends while learning even more about the campaign.  You can register for one of these meetings with Amanda in the church office or you may select a time slot at the registration table in Fellowship Hall. We hope that you will join us on this exciting journey!  
Green Faith Sunday- Thank You to All!
Thank you to Janie Schildge and everyone who helped make Green Sunday a success. It was wonderful seeing everyone in Fellowship Hall checking out the Tree of Hope, the books, children's art, butterflies, bees and gardening. Ken Glossbrenner gave us all homework to write cards and letters, and contact our congress representatives to ask for a carbon fee and dividend (a very equitable way to move to green energy). Our Planet Earth needs our stewardship!
Scholarship Applications Available-
Completed Applications Due May 10*
Editable online Scholastic Assistance applications for the 2023—24 school year are available for undergraduate college/university scholarships. To be eligible for a scholarship you must have a meaningful affiliation with our church and be in need of financial assistance. If you wish to apply, are eligible, and have not received an application by email, you may request one by emailing Barbara Guenther, bjguenther@verizon.net. Please email or call me if you have any questions. (732) 203-1970)
Red Bank Theater for Young Audiences was started with a grant from the MORE Fund. We want to continue to offer theater to local families on a pay-what-you-can basis, and we'd LOVE to put on Charlie Brown Christmas next year, but the licence for that show is costly.
We are hosting a Tea Party with Alice & Friends on May 13th at 3pm. This is Mother's Day weekend and a sweet way to celebrate with your kids (or kids at heart). We’ll have mini pinwheel sandwiches, mini doughnuts and iced tea and lemonade. At the Tea Party families will meet Alice & her Wonderland friends and have the opportunity to take photos with them. Each child will receive a special treat box to take home with them.
Adults $20/Children $10. Pre-registration required on the church website.
VBS 2023-Sign Up Now to Volunteer
Running 8/7 through 8/11, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, join us! Kids or adult and teen volunteer heroes needed for kids leaders, snacks, crafts, registration, decorating, clean up & more. 
Backpack Crew Pantry
Donations Welcome
The Backpack Crew has continued to serve the increasing number of people who are impacted by food insecurity in the midst of this health crisis. Food donations are greatly appreciated on the back porch of the church, Monday though Friday from 9 am to 3 pm.
The current donation request is PASTA. 
Thank you for your continued support. Email us at backpackcrewnj@gmail.com with any questions.
Pastoral Care
If someone is hospitalized or in need of pastoral care,
please contact Rev. Cameron Overbey at pastorcam@umcredbank.org or call (732) 747-0446.