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Easter Sunday, April 9
Worship engagement activities and gifts for children!
- 8:30 am Traditional Worship
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am All ages Sunday School Activities
- 10:30 am Modern Worship
- 11:45 am Easter Egg Hunt, for kids through 5th Grade ~ with peanut & tree nut free goodies!
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Sunday School Opportunities
- Nursery Care & Preschool Sunday School (up to age 5), during worship in Room 18.
- Easter Sunday School activities for all ages in the Gathering Area and Chapel, 9:30 am to 10:30 am. Stay as long as you’d like after the first service or come a little early to the second service. Bible story at 10:00 am. Look for the Lent Wonder Wall in the Gathering Area!
- Adult Sunday School opportunities are listed on the church calendar/website.
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Worship at Crystal Park UMC
Traditional Worship at 11:00 am
2219 Mahoning Rd NE, Canton, 44705
Preacher: Rev. Paul White
Sermon: "You Will See Him"
Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10
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Lent Devotionals and Resources | |
Click here to download this year’s Lent Devotion booklet: Seeking: Honest Questions for Deeper Faith | |
Click here to download Lenten Daily Prayer Cards | |
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Click here to visit our website to learn more about Lent, Holy Week and Easter
Note: these resources are available through the Thursday after Easter!
Holy Week Kits with activities for kids and families will be available at the resource
display or by request.
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Wednesday April 12
Easter Reflections 5:45 - 6:30 pm
Fun, food, faith and fellowship
Leave the cooking to us and enjoy a great meal and mid-week worship! We strive to serve healthy adult and kid friendly, gluten-free, low carb, and peanut/tree nut free options each week. A great time to connect with others. Groups and activities for adults, youth and kids follow worship. Childcare where little ones learn about God is available during adult groups.
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"Our Call to End Gun Violence"
“As followers of Jesus, called to live into the reality of God’s dream of shalom as described by Micah, we must address the epidemic of gun violence so ‘that he may teach us his ways and that we may walk in God’s paths” (United Methodist Book of Resolutions #3428).
Once again, our nation mourns the loss of children, teachers, and staff after another senseless act of gun violence in one of our nation’s elementary schools. Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, and William Kinney are the latest child victims. Alongside them are the adult victims Mike Hill, Cynthia Peak, and Katherine Koonce.
The United Methodist Church formally adopted a call to end gun violence in our Book of Resolutions. You can read that resolution here.
We also have resources for families and those caring for children in the aftermath of traumatic events. You can find those resources here at the Discipleship Ministries Resource page.
Please join us in praying this prayer to end gun violence:
God of peace, we come before you, once again, after gun violence has claimed more lives. Care for those who are grieving, comfort those who are afraid, especially those who must wake up each morning and send their children to school. We pray for all who are considering this act of violence themselves. Intervene in their lives, that they might reach out for help and receive the care they need. Intervene in our nation, so that we prioritize our nation’s children. Reveal to us our idolatries that continue to be complicit in allowing these acts to take place. Relieve of us of our own complacency. Help us to remain compassionate, to advocate, to act. Help us to follow in the footsteps of the Prince of Peace and Lover of Justice, Jesus, who is our Christ. Amen.
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Attention High School Seniors
and College Students
Scholarship application forms are available here
for you to print out and complete. Several scholarships are available for seniors and post high students. Applications and transcripts must be received in the church office no later than Sunday April 23.
Contact Beth Miller with questions 330.495.9467
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Safe Sanctuary Orientation & Renewal
The next opportunity for Safe Sanctuary Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 1:00 pm via Zoom. If it has been a year since you last attended and/or you are interested in serving with children, youth and vulnerable adults please be sure to attend. Please contact Kathy Schmucker or a member of the Safe Sanctuary ministry group to participate.
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Safe Harbor Human Trafficking Awareness Event
Wednesday, May 3 following Wednesday Dinner Worship
Safe Harbor is a faith-based, long-term, residential, therapeutic community for girls, ages 14 through 19, who have been recovered from sex traffickers. Guest speaker and nonprofit founder of Safe Harbor, Melissa Brown will provide a presentation as well as an opportunity to help paint tiles that will be used in the kitchens of the cottages where survivors of child sex trafficking will live.
RSVP here to join us to learn more about this new community ministry.
Contact Julie Kirker or Kathy Schmucker for more information.
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Faith United’s Spring 2023
Environmental Speaker Series
Faith and the Environment?
A total mismatch or not?
Come dialog with local experts:
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April 19 – American Electric Power - Kelly Haer and Sue Marzano will address keeping power on, enhancing service, investing in reliability, and electrification.
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May 10 – Stark, Tuscarawas, Wayne Recycling District - Wendy Bullock will address importance of recycling, what can and cannot be recycled and where to recycle various items.
Program begins at 6:30 pm, but come join us first for
Wednesday dinner at 5:45 pm
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Re:New - Imagining New Ministries in New Ways with New People
Faith United is hosting an East Ohio Conference event Saturday, April 29 and you are encouraged to attend! Join people from around East Ohio as they share the new ways they are reaching new people in their ministry. Includes workshops on Messy Church, Dinner Church, Children's Faith Formation, Theater & Ministry, Online Discipleship, Portico Online Learning, All in God's Image and more! We will gather from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. The cost for the event is $10 and includes lunch. Sponsored by the Spiritual Formation and Christian Education Committee of East Ohio Conference. Click here to register for the event. Contact Kathy Schmucker for more information.
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New Member Sunday will be Sunday May 14.
If you are interested in becoming a member or learning more about church membership, contact Pastor Steve, Pastor Jake, or Kathy Schmucker.
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Adult Connect Groups
Spring groups are now forming!
Contact Kathy Schmucker for information on
starting or participating in an adult group.
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Second Wind: A Seniors and Retirees Fellowship Group, Tuesday, April 11 at 1:00pm. What if Disaster Strikes? How to Avoid Losing What’s Important, RSVP to Betsy Douce by April 9. Coordinator: Joanne Fox
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The Chosen Season Two - Wednesday Women’s Group at 9:00am. Facilitator: Linda Reynolds
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Sewing for Missions, Wednesday, April 19 at 6:30 pm. Coordinator: Sue Bell.
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After Dinner Table Talk, Wednesdays, 6:30pm, Room 5
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The Gospel of Matthew, Wednesdays, 6:30pm, West Parlor, Pastor Jake
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Faith 101, Wednesdays at 6:30pm, following Wednesday Dinner Worship, beginning April 19. Whether you are new to Faith United or you have been here for a while, this class is a way to rediscover the wonder and power of the Christian faith; the mission, history, and theology of the United Methodist Church; and the unique expression of both at Faith United.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays, 1:00pm, Coordinator: Mike Flechtner, Parlor
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Theology for Our Times, Fridays, 1:00pm, Coordinator: Tom Strauch, Zoom
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Resilient, Men's Life Study, Saturday, April 15, 8:00am Beyesly's Restaurant, Jim Skinner
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Common Ground - Mom's Group, 9:45-10:25am, Sundays, Coordinators: Rebekah Heskett and Bethany Sedziol, Nursery
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The End of Me: Where Real-Life in the Upside-Down Ways of Jesus Begins, Sundays at 9:45am, Conference Room and Zoom. Facilitator: Bob Snyder
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Through the Year with John Wesley - Text group with Pastor Steve & Pastor Jake
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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 United welcomes children of all ages in worship. Our worship experience is enriched as we gather together to experience and praise God.
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.
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This week’s Bible story is "Easter"
Scripture: Luke 24:1-12
Our Lent Wonder Wall Question is:
“What does it mean to love Jesus with your whole heart?"
Kids, remember to bring your Liturgical Prayer beads to worship this Sunday and Wednesday to add the next beads for Holy Week and Easter! If you haven’t received your starter beads yet, join us on Sunday or Wednesday to learn more!
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Wednesday Wonder Kids
Grades K-5 gather from 6:30-7:30pm following dinner and worship to learn about faith through games, Bible stories, activities, service and mission projects and worship experiences! Elementary age kids will be exploring the meaning and significance of The Lord’s Prayer through story and art.
Little Wonders, up to age 5, learn about God in a loving, caring environment.
Contacts: Kathy Schmucker, Kristin Krach, Bethany Sedziol, Rebekah Heskett.
Sing-along choir for preschool and elementary students occurs Wednesdays at 5:00pm. Toddlers can join in for the last 15 minutes. Come sing, play instruments, make a joyful noise for the Lord! Contact Sandy Wallace for details.
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Faith United wants to help make East Ohio Summer Camp a part of your family’s story and experience: a summer full of fun, faith formation, adventure, and growth. EOC Summer Camp Registration is now open. The next registration deadline is next Saturday April 15 to receive a limited-edition camp shirt.
Camps provide a wide range of experiences ranging from day camps to weeklong overnight camps with a variety of interests and themes. Camp Scholarships are available. Invite a friend to come with you!
Click here to visit the website or
contact Kathy Schmucker and Matt Kluchar for more information. Camp brochures containing scholarship applications are available on the Information Display Board.
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Registration for Hero Hotline Vacation Bible School is now OPEN!
Hero Hotline VBS invites children of all ages to answer the call to serve God together. Join us for a week full of faith discoveries, music, and adventures that help kids learn to strive for the things that bring peace and the things that build each other up.
June 12 to 16 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Faith’s Vacation Bible School Adventure is for:
- Preschool children ages 4 and up
- Elementary students entering Kindergarten through 4th grade
- Adventure VBS for students entering 5th and 6th grade
VBS Celebration Sunday will be June 18 at 8:30am and 10:30am
Pre-register by June 9 & receive a Hero Hotline VBS Music CD (one per family)
Click here to register
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Camp Read-A-Lot for students entering grades K through 3
Wednesday evenings in July.
There are opportunities to participate and serve
in each of these ministries.
Contact Kathy Schmucker or Sandy Vaughn.
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2022-2023 Children/Youth Emergency and Permission Form.
For the safety of our children and youth, our Safe Sanctuary Policy asks that parents/guardians complete an emergency form for children (birth through high school graduation) participating in church activities each year. Designate the activities your child has permission to participate in so you only need to complete one form for the year.
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We have two events planned for April.
One is our monthly outreach.
Due to the weather, we had to reschedule our
project with Harmont Fresh Market to
Saturday, April 15th.
Please let me know if you want to help get their greenhouse started.
We'll be there from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
For the second event, I'm looking at Saturday, April 22nd. I would like to go to Urban Air in Akron. It's only a 30-minute drive from the church, and it looks amazing. If you're interested, I would like to leave the church at 6:00 pm on the bus and return about 9:00 pm. If we can get a head count by the week before, it would be better because we can order tickets online. It's possible they may sell out and won't accept walk in customers.
Permission slips and waivers also need to be filled out.
Contact Matt Kluchar at mkluchar@faithumchurch.org or 330.727.1647.
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Youth Mission Fund
Order gift cards year-round. Part of each order benefits the Youth Mission Fund. Check out available cards and contact Matt Kluchar.
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We had a great first meeting, and
it was decided that we would meet once a month with the dates to be determined by our availability. We'll be joining the youth Saturday, April 15 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm helping the Harmont Fresh Market get their greenhouse started.
Any young adult who is interested contact Matt Kluchar at mkluchar@faithumchurch.org or 330.727.1647.
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We will be hosting a mental wellness/support group for anyone ages 18 to 23. It is being presented by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and will meet in our youth room Sunday, April 23 at 2:00 pm. Our hope is to make this a monthly meeting and snacks will be provided. This will not be a clinical setting, but rather a time of support and education. We'll be discussing such topics as mental health, personal growth, and self esteem. This group is a part of a new program of NAMI called Youth Move Stark County.
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Faith and Environment
Healthy Backyard Ecosystem
Instead of only grass you can make a sanctuary in your back yard. Spring is a good time to think about different ways to honor and celebrate our planet, like using more Earth-friendly products, an outdoor ramble, or cleaning up litter. Here are some ideas to help!
Bring native bees and other pollinating creatures to your garden.
One way to do this is by selecting the right plants. See how to build a pollinator garden
Hike to a waterfall: https://timetorecycle.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=53638c4fd3b1f164786415bae&id=5975326b81&e=c641ff0666
Walk the Hoover trail, or a longer trek on the Erie Canal Towpath.
Notice the animals and birds, the wild plants, and the quiet.
- Stop using pesticides and chemicals in the garden.
See how to use organic soil amendments to turn your poor garden soil into a nutrient-rich paradise in which plants will thrive.
- Notice all of the plastic you throw away.
For instance, use and reuse grocery bags, carry a reusable water bottle instead of throw-away water bottles, and, of course, recycle any plastics that can be recycled.
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The Takeaway – Enjoy our landscapes, oceans, and rivers, and nurture them for future generations.
The views of this, and other F&E articles, do not necessarily reflect the views of the congregation, nor every member of the F&E group. Intent & Responsibility Statement. Article Edited by Tom Strauch on behalf of the Faith & Environment Ministry Group. Text your comments to Tom Strauch at 330.283.9883
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Check out the Spring resources for all ages!
Click here to open the library online system or
Download the Librista app on your Apple® and Android™ device to connect.
The May/June issue of the Upper Room Devotional and the Daily Bread are available for pick up in the church Gathering Area on the Information Display Board.
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Faith United is searching for Part-Time Child Care Providers Flexible hours on an as needed basis. For more information and an application email kschmucker@faithumchurch.org or visit our website.
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