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Sunday School Opportunities
- Nursery Care & Preschool Sunday School (up to age 5), during worship in Room 18.
- Sunday School and Lent 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: "It's Time To Go"
Scripture: John 3:1-17
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This Sunday March 5, 11:30 am
Families with children aged 5 and under are invited to a Teddy Bear Tea Party at the church. Kids and their adults can bring their favorite stuffed animal and join us for lunch followed by a story, craft and fun activity. For more information contact Kathy Schmucker, Rebekah Heskett, and Bethany Sedziol. RSVP to Kathy at 330.224.6138
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March 8: Lent Reflections Week 2
Fun, food, faith and fellowship 5:45 - 6:30 pm
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Look for the Wednesday Dinner Worship display in the Gathering Area! | |
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. | |
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 | |
Click here to visit our website to learn more about Lent, Holy Week and Easter | |
Welcome Our New Members Who Joined on February 26th | |
Matt, Jenny and Ben Kluchar | |
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Greg, Lisa and Ava Watts (not pictured Annabelle, Corbin, Eliza Watts and Alfred Garza) | |
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Faith United is seeking a Part-time Administrative Assistant
Responsibilities include general administrative and database support for church programs, and office tasks including maintaining weekly newsletters and sending congregational e-mails and communications. The candidate must be proficient in Word and Excel. Church database experience is a plus. Some work schedule availability. Salaried position of 20 to 25 hours per week; approximately $19,000 annual salary. Send resume & cover letter to resume@faithumchurch.org by March 5th.
For a detailed job description click here to visit our website.
Faith United is also 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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Attention Families!
Faith Friends Learning Center
Summer and Fall Registration
Starts Monday
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March 6: Current families can turn in registration packets.
March 13: New families can turn in registration packets.
Call 330.499.1780 for more information and pricing.
Click here or visit the Information Board in the Gathering Area for
Summer and Fall Program details.
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Celebrate Arts Vocal Concert
Sunday March 12 at 4:00 pm
An Evening of Classical Song Cycles and Chopin
Featuring Alexander Kluchar, baritone,
son of Youth Director Matt Kluchar
Due to job complications, the female vocal group Tenacious regretfully had to cancel their concert previously scheduled for that date. We welcome Alex, a student at Youngstown State University, who was available to step in to perform.
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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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March 15 – Ohio Ocean Foundation - Kaitlyn Cowley will address impact of plastics, pollution, impact on wildlife, and the Bible’s directions on caring for the environment.
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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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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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The Book of Acts, Monday Night Bible Study, 6:30pm, Ron Luikart, Parlor/Zoom
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Seven Words: Listening to Christ from the Cross, Tuesday Women's Group, 6:30pm Zoom, Sue Bell and Sue Schillings
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Second Wind: A Seniors and Retirees Fellowship Group, Tuesday, March 14 at 1:00pm. Antique Quilts and their Stories; RSVP to Betsy Douce by March 12. Coordinator: Joanne Fox
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The Chosen: Season Two, Wednesday Women's Group, 9:00am, Linda Reynolds
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Sewing for Missions, Wednesday, March 15 6:30pm 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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Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays, 1:00pm, Coordinator: Mike Flechtner, Parlor
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Visio Divina Lent Art Study, Thursdays March 16 & 30 at 7:00pm, Zoom. Facilitator: Kathy Schmucker
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Book Discussion Group: Lessons in Chemistry, Thursday, March 30 at 7:00pm. Coordinators: Jan Baker and Deb Howard.
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Theology for Our Times, Fridays, 1:00pm, Coordinator: Tom Strauch, Zoom
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Resilient, Men's Life Study, Saturdays, March 4 & 18, 8:00am Beyesly's Restaurant, Jim Skinner
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Koinonia Fellowship Crazy Bridge Saturday, March 18 at 6:30pm hosted by Dennis and Joanne Fox. Bring an appetizer to share. RSVP to Joanne at jofoxhd@gmail.com
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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, 9:45-10:45am Coordinator: Bob Snyder, Conference Room/Zoom
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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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Check out Lent resources for all ages.
Look for the red cart in the adult section of the library.
If you want to participate in the March 30 Book Discussion Group: "Lessons in Chemistry", a copy of the book
can be found on the adult section table.
Children’s resources are featured in the window
of the children’s section.
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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 The Good Samaritan.
Our Lent Wonder Wall Question is, “What new things are you learning or beginning?"
Kids, remember to bring your Liturgical Prayer beads to worship this Sunday and Wednesday to add the next beads. It is time to add beads for Lent! 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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Safe Sanctuary Orientation & Renewal
The next opportunity for Safe Sanctuary Orientation will be Thursday, March 9 at 7:00pm 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. Contact Kathy Schmucker or a member of the Safe Sanctuary ministry group to participate.
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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. Early Bird Registration deadline is March 15 to save $20 and 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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Don’t miss out on the fun this summer!
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VBS (Vacation Bible School) – June 12-16, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm for ages 4 through 6th grade!
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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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Saturday, March 18 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Glow Night at Sky Zone in Belden Village
We need to reserve space ahead of time since they sell out quickly. If you want to go, you must contact Matt Kluchar by Monday, March 13th. Waivers also need to be filled out by parents/guardians online at www.skyzone.com/beldenvillage.
Outreach opportunity at Crossroads UMC this month
Save the date: tentatively March 25th. Details to follow.
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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 to order.
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Nothing says Spring like a church full of lilies on Easter morning!
Help us fill the sanctuary with beautiful lilies on Easter Sunday. A table will be set up in the gathering area to place your order on Sundays March 5, 12 and 19.
The lilies will be $10 each.
Looking forward to celebrating a glorious Spring 2023!
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Faith and Environment
Lots of ways to save energy. . .and money.
Buying a heat pump, solar panels, or energy-efficient appliances can conserve energy and save money. Those savings are part of the Inflation Reduction Act, legislation that aims to cut planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions. Making energy efficient choices are now more affordable through tax credits and rebates.
Home Improvements
Get a home energy audit.
« Evaluating your home’s energy use shows where your house is losing energy so you can see where you can save money on your bills, and how to best make energy efficiency upgrades.
« A tax credit can cover 30 percent of the cost of an audit, available now through 2032.
Make energy-saving renovations and buy efficient appliances.
« Highly energy-efficient home systems: water heaters, central air conditioners and boilers qualify for tax credits.
« Energy-saving home improvements, like insulation, sealing air leaks, and energy-efficient exterior doors, windows and skylights also qualify for tax credits.
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The Takeaway – It’s a win-win; saving money with efficient appliances, while helping the environment as well.
Click here for more information.
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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Click here to open the library online system or
Download the Librista app on your Apple® and Android™ device to connect
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The Upper Room Devotional and the Daily Bread are available for pick up in the church Gathering Area on the Information Display Board. | | | | |
