APRIL 16th, 2021
UPCOMING SERMON
"Constant Renewal in Trying Times"
Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, 2nd Corinthians 5:17
A GREAT DAY IN THE KINGDOM

This week’s news from the Aledo community covered every negative emotion for all of us. We, the Church of Jesus Christ have plenty of work to do in growing God’s Kingdom. The world needs more Jesus, as our local community is no...

WHAT'S HAPPENING
PARENT/YOUTH MEETING
Sunday, April 18th, Fellowship Hall

Pastor Joel will lead this meeting for parents and youth. This will be a short and informative meeting, as well as an opportunity for parents and youth alike to share what they would support in a Youth ministry program. We’ll be discussing mission trips, as well as the essential support needed from volunteers who are willing to invest their time and talents.
PRAYER VIGIL
Sunday, April 18th, Sanctuary

Sunday evening we will be holding a prayer vigil for the struggles our community faces. Please join us in the candle lit Sanctuary any time between 6:00-8:00pm and stay as long as you like.
COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY
Sunday, April 25th

Join us at either service to welcome our guest speaker,Gilbert Mfitundinda, alumni from Compassion International.
There will be a booth outside at the 9am service and one in the Narthex before and after the 11am service. We will be offering you the opportunity to be a sponsor who may impact a child's life similar to what Gilbert experienced.
If you're unable to attend the services that week but would like more information on becoming a sponsor you can follow this link here to get more information linked to Aledo UMC's Compassion International affiliation. cintl.us/aledoumctx
AMAZINGRACE
Sunday May 16th

It's Back! On Sunday May 16th we will be hosting the AmazinGRace 5K. We are looking for some amazing people to support the event through sponsorship. Click the link below to read all about how to sponsor and get the sign up form.

Participants may follow this link for registration to the race and other events.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
July 18th-22nd, 5:30-8:15pm

VBS is back in person and online. Your help is needed to make this a bigger and better VBS!!! To volunteer or donate needed items visit the VBS table in the Narthex or click here to sign up online.
EASTER YARD SIGN RETURN
If you took a yard sign home for Easter at AUMC, and you haven't trashed it yet, please return it to the church so we can use the materials in other ministries.
HOW TO HELP
BUILDING UP OUR TEAM
Do you have a musical gift to share? Full music in worship will be coming soon so consider getting involved in our Worship and Arts Ministry. We’re now recruiting musicians and singers for Contemporary worship (9 a.m.) and Traditional worship chancel choir (11 a.m.). Contact Lane Davis for more information.

Not so musically talented but want to be involved in the production side? Suzy is looking for helpers to run the soundboard, lights, and/or screens for in-person services. Join her on a Sunday morning to shadow her and learn the ropes. Contact Suzy to sign up or get more info.
SCHOOL PRAYER SUPPORT MINISTRY
We have schools not covered in prayer for April and May. Sign up sheets can be found at the Connection Center or email the church office .
NURSERY SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays,10:00-11:00am

Our KidsTown Nursery is now open for the Sunday School hour. This is for children aged 0-5 years. We are hoping to be able to extend this time, but this hinges on having volunteers and vaccinated people available. If you are able to support this ministry please email Teresa Chisum.
PRAYERS
In your times of prayer throughout the week, please remember the people named below.
 
Concerns: Diane Stavens; Lana Calhoun's nieces Danielle and Shelby; Kristi Hefner's BIL Steve Fossler; Carrie Hester; Rachelle Moreland; Robby Reed; Sharon Garner; LouAnn Doss; Geneyne Clark; Mary Vandercook; Savanna Bradburn; Paula Moore; Pamela Hayes; Peggy Badlato; Jessica Greenough; Nelda McGlincheys DIL Dahna McGlinchey

Special members who are unable to worship with us: Geneyne Clark; Mattie Graham; Stella Lee; Bobbie Wooten; jody Young; LouAnn Doss; Sandra Dean; Ken Fisher; Beverly Choat

Long-term prayer concerns: Mary Mock’s sister; Doris Russell Stella Lee’s daughter Sherroll Shirley; Susan Morey; Rhonda Evers’ mother Susann Eller; DeeAnn Day’s mother Lou Ann Pate; Linda Parker’s mother Shirley Riff; Rita Potter; Emma Horton; Gavin Trietsch; Jeremy Hartle; Steve Moore; JoAnne Cole; Our Country and All Military Personnel
JOIN US
SUNDAY
9am - Parking Lot Service
11am - Sanctuary Service (in-person)
11am - Online Worship Facebook, Website, YouTube
6pm - Students @ The Quad

WEDNESDAY
6pm - Broadcast Bible - Parking Lot
6pm - Children's JAM (Jesus and Me) - Chapel
6pm - Area 56 - Chapel