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Live, Love, & Serve Like Jesus
April 12, 2024
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Sunday School for All Ages
Sundays from 10-11 am
We have Sunday School classes available for all ages from preschool through adults.
Join us for donuts, kolaches, and coffee in the parlor before Sunday School starts!
Childcare for Infants-PreK: check-in will be in Rooms 119 and 120.
Childcare for K-5th grade: check in will be in the John and Polly Collier High Court.
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Church Directory: In Development
We are working hard to put together a hard-copy directory of church members to help us all stay connected.
If you have moved, changed your phone number, or changed your email in the last several years please let us know! We want to make sure we have the correct contact information for you. Additionally, if you do not want to be included in the church directory, please let us know.
You can email updated information to Vinoa Wilson by clicking here.
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Stewardship Update
Your stewardship dollars are at work in our ministries! Did you know that Kinetic Kids is coming to West U Methodist?
Kinetic Kids is a program where children with special needs come to participate in sports and recreational activities to help them overcome their daily struggles and shine! Soon we will begin hosting Kinetic Kids for Basketball in the John and Polly Collier High Court. We are very excited for this new community outreach program!
If you’d like to help support ministries like this and haven’t yet made a pledge, pledge cards may be found in the pews and in the narthex. You may place your completed card in the offering plate. Additionally, you can fill out a pledge card digitally on our website. You can also call Desiree Delsabour at 713-664-8111 ext. 133 Mon.-Thurs. 8:30-4:30 pm.
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Did you know...
Richard Elliott, Principal Organist of the Tabernacle at Temple Square, Salt Lake City, played a concert on our pipe organ shortly after it was installed in the fall of 2005 as a part of our Concert Series which celebrated the renovation of the Sanctuary and the installation of the Organ? 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the installation of our pipe organ! To learn more history, please view this video on our website, made on the 10th Anniversary of our organ.
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West U Methodist & CCSC Food Drive
Sunday, April 21 at 11:00 am and
Monday, April 22 from 9:00 am-12:00 pm
We are partnering with the Christian Community Service Center to provide food for those in need. Please consider bringing non-perishable food donations to church with you on Sunday, April 21st. Alternately, donations can be dropped off on Monday, April 22nd, at the tent in front of the church from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
A list of most needed items can be found here .
If you would like to volunteer for the Food Drive, you may register by clicking here.
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Confirmation Sunday
Sunday, April 28th at 11:00 am
Join us as we celebrate our newest class of confirmands. Our confirmation class has been diligently learning about our church and the fundamentals of our faith over the last several weeks. Plan to attend and welcome them into congregational life as they publicly profess their faith in Christ and join our church.
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School of Fine Arts Adult Recital
Sunday, May 5, 2:00 pm
Adult Guitar, Piano, String, and Voice students from our School of Fine Arts will present a recital on Sunday, May 5, from 2-2:30 pm in the Sanctuary. We would love for you and your family to attend!
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Senior Sunday
Sunday, May 19, 11:00 am
On May 19th we will be recognizing our graduating high school seniors during Worship! If you have a graduating senior in your family, please contact Vinoa Wilson, Church Administrative Assistant, in the Church Office.
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Tool Drive
Now through April 14th
The Missions Committee is asking for donations of new or gently used tools for a tool drive. The goal of the drive is to help create emergency preparedness kits for the upcoming hurricane season. The drive will benefit the Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness Muck-Gut-Tarp Teams. They help clear out debris and damage from homes and buildings after hurricanes and other natural disasters.
Tools they need include: hammers, screwdrivers, tape measures, brooms, floor squeegees, goggles, ladders, drills, shovels/scoops, crowbars, etc.
If you would like to donate, you can drop tools off in either of the donation bins located in the Church Office and Sanctuary.
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Friday Fun Night
April 26, 7:00-9:00 pm
Join the Children’s Ministry in the High Court on Friday, April 26th, for a night of games, crafts, and fun! Friday Fun Night runs from 7:00-9:00 pm and a light snack will be provided.
Register your child by clicking here.
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Elementary Summer Camp
Registration now open!
If you have a student wanting to participate in one of our fun-filled camp sessions, make sure to register them ASAP. Spots are filling up quickly. Summer camp is open to children who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade.
There are 6 sessions for camp:
Session 1: June 10-14
Session 2: June 17-21
Session 3: June 24-28
NO CAMP WEEK OF JULY 4
Session 4: July 8-12
Session 5: July 15-19
Session 6: July 22-26
Camp is divided by age group, so make sure you register your child for the proper group! You can register your child by clicking here.
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Children's Sunday School
Sundays after the Children's Message in the Choir Room
This Sunday in Children's Sunday School we will be continuing our new series called "Cookout: It's worth the wait!"
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TeamKID
Mondays from 3:00-5:00 pm in the Drummet
We had a blast in TeamKID this week! We learned about what it means to be patient and how having patience can make us wise. We are looking forward to another fun week of TeamKID!
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Crossover
Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30 pm in the
High Court
Because of the school holiday there was no Crossover this week. We look forward to having our students back this week!
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Save the Date! VBS 2024
July 29th-August 2nd
Mark your calendars! VBS will take place from July 29th-August 2nd. Our theme for this year is Start the Party, and it is going to be the best week of the Summer!!
Volunteers needed
Terra is looking for volunteers interested in helping out with VBS this year. We need help with hospitality, leading our groups of children, and leading our various rotations. If you are interested in volunteering for VBS, email Terra by clicking here.
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Make an Impact on the Lives of Our Youth: Volunteers Needed
Exciting things are going on with our Youth Ministry and you can be a part of the fun! Please consider helping with youth group on Wednesday nights or on Sunday mornings! The lesson will be prepared for you in advance. Come and share your faith and have some fun with our fabulous group of students!
Any questions? Please contact Paige Dominey at thedomineys@gmail.com or 713-725-2225.
Sign up to volunteer by clicking here!
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Youth Group Summer Trip: Registration is open now!
June 16th-21st
Registration is open now for our fabulous Youth Group Summer Trip! A week of worship and fun is planned when our youth group will travel to Florida to attend BigStuf!
BigStuf registration includes transportation and room and board.
Dates: 6/16-6/21
Check out the BigStuf camp promotional video by clicking here!
Register your child for the BigStuf trip by clicking here.
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Youth Ministries Bible Study
Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm
in the Youth Room
All 6th-12th graders are invited to join us on Wednesday nights in the Youth Room as we gather for Bible study and fellowship.
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Youth Ministries Sunday School
Sundays at 10:00 am in the Youth Room
All 6th-12th graders are invited to join us in the Youth Room on Sunday mornings for Sunday School. We'll play fun games, hear a Bible-based lesson, and build community!
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Support our Ministries
We invite you to help our church make a significant impact through our missions and ministry work. Thank you for supporting our church by giving.
Church Giving
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West University United Methodist Church
exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ by loving, serving, and connecting with our neighbors.
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