Sunday Worship
August 21
Prayers of the Bible:
"Not my Will"
Preacher: Rev. Steve Stultz Costello
In-Person: 8:30 Traditional, 11:00 Modern
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Back to School Blessing & Kindergarten Blessing
at both Worship Services
Join us as we offer a special blessing and gift for students of all ages, educators, administrators and support staff.
There will be a special blessing for students beginning Kindergarten. If you have Kindergartener this fall, please contact Kathy Schmucker.
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Sunday School Hour for All Ages 9:30-11am
- Sunday School activities in the Gathering Area, stay as long as you like.
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Worship at Crystal Park UMC:
Traditional Worship at 11 a.m. | 2219 Mahoning Rd NE, Canton, 44705
"Leading the Parade" with Rev. Paul White
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Starting August 28
Traditional Worship 8:30am
Modern Worship 10:30am
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Call Campaign
We are putting together a team of callers to talk with every member and visitor of the church to check in with you. We will then set a time to later update your contact information. Having up to date information for you and your family helps us serve you better.
We are still looking for callers, if you are interesting to know more join us August 24, 6:30pm in Robinson Hall, or contact Amanda Englehart.
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The Bible Year - Church-Wide Reading and Study |
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This Week's Readings:
August 21 Day 233
Micah 5:1-7:20
August 22 Day 234
Nabum 1:1-3:19
August 23 Day 235
Habakkuk 1:1-3:19
August 24 Day 236
Zephaniah1:1-3:20
August 25 Day 237
Haggai 1:1-2:23
August 26 Day 238
Zechariah 1:1-4:14
August 27 Day 239
Zechariah 5:1-9:17
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Read the New Testament with us beginning later this month!
On August 31, we will begin reading Matthew, the first book in the New Testament. Follow the Daily readings for about 15 minutes per day and by December 31, you will have read the whole New Testament! This is a great time to jump into the Bible Year readings as we begin the New Testament!
“Get into the word of God and let God’s word get into you.” – Bishop Tracy Malone
As you read consider: What is God revealing to me today, and how will I apply it to my life?
- Devotionals to help understand the verses are available on the Book Resource Table.
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Weekly Amplify Media videos to enhance your reading experience.
- Monthly reflection and discussion with Pastors Steve and Jake and Spiritual Formation Director, Kathy Schmucker on the last Sunday, at 6:30pm via Zoom
Missed a week? Open up previous Navigators here for the daily readings
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Wednesday Night Dinner Worship
An evening of fun, food, faith and fellowship resumes on September 14, 5:45-6:30pm!
Leave the cooking to us and enjoy a great meal and mid-week worship!
Groups for adults, youth and kids follow worship. Childcare where little ones learn about God is available during adult groups on Wednesday evenings.
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Adult Connect Groups
Get connected at Faith United, Fall groups are now forming! Contact Kathy Schmucker for information on starting, or participating in, an adult group.
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The Promise of the Holy Spirit, Men's Life Study, 8:00am, August 20, Kim Reynolds, Beyesly's Restaurant. New study "Not In It To Win It" starts Sept 10
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Tuesday Women's Group Potluck Dinner, 5:30pm, August 23, Sue Bell's House, Invite a friend. Contact Sue Bell or Sue Schillings
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Fellowship of Love, 5:45pm, August 25, Hartville Kitchen lobby. Women of all ages are invited to unite in love, fellowship and mission to learn, love, and care for others. Enjoy good food and conversation. RSVP by August 23 to Joni Hendricks (330-324-2473 or jhendricks2@neo.rr.com)
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Bible Year Monthly Discussion and Reflection, 6:30pm, August 28, Zoom
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Called-Tuesday Women's Group, 6:30pm, starts Sept 6, Sue Bell & Sue Schillings
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The Book of Luke - Monday night Bible study, 6:30pm, resumes Sept 12, Ron Luikart
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The Chosen - Wednesday Women's Group, 9am, starts Sept 14, Linda Reynolds
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Faith 101 - Wednesdays, 6:30pm, starts Sept 14
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Book Discussion Group - Wish You Were Here, 7pm, Sept 29, Jan Baker
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Mom's Group, 9:45am, Sundays, Rebekah Heskett and Bethany Sedziol, Nursery
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Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays, 1:00pm, Mike Flechtner, Parlor
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Theology for Our Times, Fridays, 1:00pm, Tom Strauch, Zoom
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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 and Environment Weekly
Climate change impact is intensifying
The Arctic has long been an important indicator of climate change, and over the past four decades the arctic has been heating up four times faster than the global average, not the commonly reported two to three times. And some parts of the region, notably the Barents Sea north of Norway and Russia, are warming up to seven times faster. The new findings are a visceral reminder that the planet’s changing climate isn’t waiting around for human action.
Over the past 40 years, as the world’s largest historical emitters of greenhouses gases (the United States had been the largest emitter but is now second behind China) repeatedly failed to take significant action on the climate. The United States’ Inflation Reduction Act climate legislation could lower U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by as much as a billion tons per year, but this success may be too little, too late. Besides the delay in addressing climate change, the legislation does not bring the United States’ goal of cutting emissions at least in half by 2030.
Meanwhile, Europe is broiling amid record-setting heat waves that have scorched crops and sparked wildfires. At least eight people were killed in Seoul as the heaviest rainfall in more than 100 years deluged the South Korean capital. Droughts have ravaged Mexico and contributed to a spiraling hunger crisis in East Africa. In the United States, people are dying of extreme heat, and in overwhelming floods and raging wildfires.
The takeaway -All hands on deck! Do all you can to slow global warming, including pushing your representatives in congress!
Photo: The huge Longyearbreen glacier in the Svalbard archipelago now gone, July 2021
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The September/October issues of the Upper Room Devotional and the Daily Bread are available for pick up on the Gathering Area Information Display Board.
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VISIONING TEAM - 2022
Faith United's Visioning Team believes our best days are ahead of us! We believe that God is doing a new thing, casting a renewed vision for us and we want to hear from you about what that vision might include! We started sharing some of our hopes and dreams for the future of our church on the gathering area whiteboard.
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- Neighborhood prayer walks
- LGBTQIA+ Ministry
- Church Growth
As you consider God's vision for our church, we invite you to keep God's mission for the Church in mind: to be, make, and mature disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Consider, "How can we reach new, younger, and more diverse people?" We also recommend reading “God’s Mixed Ecology” – a 13-page article to help us think in new ways with visioning.
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From August 21 - September 11, Faith United has been invited to be a test church to explore a new kids and family resource being developed.
Everyday Faith is a new way for children to engage with Bible stories through videos and fun activities that bring Scripture to life and integrate faith formation into your families’ everyday lives, both inside and outside the church building. Everyday Faith is designed for Preschool (ages 3-5) and Elementary (grades K-5) students. There are opportunities to participate both in person on Sunday mornings and at home. Contact Kathy Schmucker, Director of Spiritual Formation for details.
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Summer Sunday School activities are in the Gathering Area weekly between worship services.
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 which has special videos for kids! Follow these steps to register or contact Kathy Schmucker.
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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3rd Grade Bible Presentation - September 11
If you have a child entering 3rd Grade this fall or a 4th-5th grader who would like a Bible, please let us know as soon as possible so we can gift them with a Bible! Contact Kathy Schmucker, Faith United’s Spiritual Formation Director for more information.
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Fall at Faith United! Mark your calendars now!
We know that families have busy schedules and wanted to begin sharing these fall dates and opportunities now so that you can begin coordinating your schedules and not miss out on all the fun and faith building activities happening this fall!
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Sunday School for Kids & Families: new format starting August 28 between 9:30-10:30am
- Nursery & Preschool Sunday School during worship services (8:30 & 10:30am)
- 3rd Grade Bible Presentation is September 11
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Wednesday Night Faith Connections for all ages begins on Wednesday, September 14
- Kids Choir and Family Sing Along at 5:00pm
- Dinner Worship, 5:45 – 6:30pm
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Little Wonders for kids 5 and under at 6:30pm. Little ones learn about God in a loving, caring environment!
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Wonder Kids for kids K-5th grade – 6:30pm. Kids learn about God in creative ways through Bible stories, art, games, science, service and mission projects and spiritual practices.
- Programs, groups and activities for Adults and Youth – 6:30pm
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Fall Ministries Volunteers
We are beginning to prepare for our fall ministries. Let’s show families that kids matter at Faith United!
Check out all the opportunities to serve. Prayerfully consider how God is calling you to make a difference by helping make our children’s ministries a great experience for kids and families in our congregation and community!
- Sunday School teachers and helpers (Sunday A.M.)
- Wednesday Wonder Kids (Wednesday P.M.)
- Wednesday Night Faith Connections meal team
- Nursery and Childcare (Sunday A.M. and Wednesday P.M.)
- Adult Group Facilitators and Coordinators
- Library Story Time with FFLC Students
Kids need our church. Kids need Jesus! Kids need You!
For more information contact Kathy Schmucker or Sandy Vaughn.
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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.
Contact Matt Kluchar for other Middle/High School youth events and details.
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Sensory Inclusive Certification
It is time to update Faith United’s Sensory Inclusive Certification with KultureCity. Anyone serving in ministries involving children, youth, and adults is encouraged to participate. Please click here, enter your name and email, and complete the online training for our recertification requirements.
KultureCity’s sensory inclusive program is designed to help persons with sensory needs like PTSD, autism, dementia, and strokes just to name a few, feel welcomed. Combining training by professionals, sensory bags, and signage, the certification program helps ensure that all persons are accepted and included at any event or program we offer.
Contact Kathy Schmucker for more information!
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Explore some great resources for your spiritual journey!
Amplify Media is a video library with 1,000's of videos for adults, youth and kids to view from your phone, tablet, computer, or tv. These resources can be used for individual or group studies, and has a special section just for kids! Follow these instructions to access your free account. Contact Kathy Schmucker, Spiritual Formation Director.
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Visit our Library for your summer reading!
Come in and check out some of the the new books and resources we have available in the library to nurture your spiritual journey!
Type a topic in the search bar to see available resources.
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Cokesbury is a great resource to purchase Bibles, devotionals, gifts & more! The church receives credit & a rebate from your purchases when you use this link to order.
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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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Saturday, August 20
8am-9am Men's Life Study at Beyesly's Restaurant
Sunday, August 21
8:30am-9:30am Traditional Worship - Live Stream (Sanctuary)
8:30am-12pm Nursery Care & Preschool Sunday School (Room 18)
9:30am-11am Sunday School Activities (Gathering Area)
9:45am-10:45am Mom's Group (Nursery)
9:45am-10:45am Confirmation Class (Robinson Hall)
11am-12pm Modern Worship - Live Stream (Sanctuary)
12:30pm-2pm Worship Staff Lunch (Parlor)
Monday, August 22
2:30pm-3:30pm Men's Emmaus Accountability (Zoom)
Tuesday, August 23
2:30pm-3:30pm Women's Emmaus Accountability (Zoom)
5:30pm-7pm Tuesday Women's Group Potluck Dinner (Sue Bell's House)
6pm-9pm Boy Scouts (Robinson Hall or Pavilion)
7pm-8pm SPRC (Conference Room)
Wednesday, August 24
6:30pm-8:30pm Calling Campaign Meeting (Robinson Hall)
7:30pm-8:30pm Chancel Choir (Sanctuary)
Thursday, August 25
1pm-2:30pm Prayer Shawl Ministry (Parlor)
2pm-3:30pm Cooperative Parish Exec Team (Conference Room)
5:45pm-7:45pm Fellowship of Love (Hartville Kitchen)
6:30pm-8pm Stephen Ministry Team (Room 16)
Friday, August 26
1pm-2pm Theology for Our Times (Zoom)
Saturday, August 27
10am-12pm Faith Kitchen at Crystal Park UMC
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