Check out what's going on this week at the UMC of Red Bank!
Connections
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Worship Sneak Peek
August 21, 2022 at 10:00 am
Join us this Sunday in person or online at 10:00 am. Wesley's 3rd general rule has a few different translations from the original 1700s English. This week, we are going to look at how to "attend to the ordinances of God" by living in and living out God's love in all that we do.
Reminder: We have resumed in-person worship and continue to live-stream the service on our website and YouTube channel.
Park Playdate-Cancelled
With many families away catching the last trips of the summer, we are cancelling the Park Playdate. We invite you to check out our upcoming PlayGroup dates for families with young children. Our first PlayGroup is scheduled for 9:30am on Saturday, September 10th.
UMW Craft Group Meeting-8/23
Craft Group will be meeting on Tuesday, August 23 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Lobby above the Church Library. Come for all or whatever part of that time you have available to help us make our greeting cards. If you like to knit or crochet (or do another craft), you are welcome to bring your handiwork to do at Craft Group meetings. You can bring a snack/cold drink for our short lunch break or you can make a hot drink in the kitchen. 
Stop by the Greeting Card Table in Fellowship Hall after Church on Sunday mornings. We are featuring Summer cards (good for thank-you notes too), Back to School cards, and our Sassy cards with sassy sayings. We always have our assortment of cards for birthday, get well, anniversary, thinking of you, sympathy, cards for children, and blank cards to be used as you need. Also, we can design a special card (or set of cards) for you. Your purchases (at $1.00 each) help UMW fulfill our budgeted mission donations.
Volunteer Opportunities
Do you want to be more involved with our Church's mission and programs? The Nominations Committee has many opportunities to get involved. Please speak with Pastor Cam or Barbara Roguski if you are interested in learning more.
Help Needed to Coordinate Cooks for Youth Group
Youth Groups will be ramping up starting in September! We need an organized person to help coordinate and confirm dinner cooks and clean up crew. No need to be at the church; this job can be done on computer and phone. Contact Bonnie Deroski at bderoski@umcredbank.org or 828-828-9420 to volunteer.
Registeration Open for Sunday Kids/Youth Classes
Register online at https://www.umcredbank.org/sunday-school for the '22/'23 year. Kids are split up by grade/ age: Bagels & Faith (at 8:45am) - discussion-based for 7th-12th graders, Preteens (during worship) for 4th-6th Grades, Elementary (during worship) for K-3rd Grades & Toddler/Preschool (during worship) for 2-4-year-olds, Contact Bonnie Deroski for more information.
Fellowship Time
Coffee Hour-
Volunteers Needed
We are looking for volunteers to help set up, serve and clean up during Fellowship Time Coffee Hour.
Use the link below to sign up to help or contact Amanda in the church office for more information.
Play Group Coming in September-
Stay tuned for more information about our upcoming play groups on Saturdays, September 10, October 15, November 19 and December 17 in Room 110 at 9:30 am. Contact Bonnie Deroski to learn more.
Registeration Open for Youth Group-
Registration for Wednesday evening Youth Groups is now open. This year, there will be dinner served beforehand. To offset these costs, Youth Group will be tuition based. Register online at https://www.umcredbank.org/youth-programs/ and contact Bonnie Deroski for more information.
CROP Walk 2022-
October 16
Red Bank CROP Walk is just 2 months away! Join us on Oct 16 (World Food Day) to help alleviate hunger. This is a multi community event and we, here at UMC Red Bank have lead the way! Visit www.redbankcropwalk.org to register and start forming your teams! Together, we make a difference. Contact Janie or George Schildge for more information and ways to get involved.
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 BAKED BEANS. 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.