MAY 2021
NEWSLETTER
05.03.2021
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Adult Discipleship Newsletter is for you to stay updated with adult discipleship events and announcements, and stay connected with one another by sharing what God is doing in each of our groups!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Rev. Danielle Kim by email, dkim@crumc.org.
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DISCIPLESHIP PARTNERS
FOR NEW MEMBERS
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We are launching a pilot discipleship partner program to help our new members become successfully integrated into the life of the church. We hope that this will help them find a discipleship opportunity that fits their needs within the first 6 months of their membership at Custer Road. We ask for your prayers for 16 of us who are piloting this program starting this June. |
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CONSIDERING COMING BACK TO THE CHURCH
AS A SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS
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As you consider coming back to the church as a Sunday School Class, especially after the repair of the basement is completed, we invite you to think about the following questions:
- Do we want to gather in a "hybrid" fashion that allows those who are at home to be part of the Sunday School class?
- If so, do we have proper equipment and know-how to make hybrid gathering possible?
- What support do we need from church as we consider coming back?
- Do we understand the COVID safety protocols of gathering in the church?
If you have any questions, please contact Rev. Danielle Kim at dkim@crumc.org.
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NEXT CHURCH-WIDE STUDIES
COMING NEXT FALL
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Sermon Series
"The Ten Commandments"
with the Curriculum "Word of Life" by Adam Hamilton
9/12-11/14 (10 Weeks)
The church will provide: Leader Guide, Book, and Teaching Video
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Advent Sermon Series
"The Shepherd Chronicles"
11/28-12/24 (4 Weeks)
The church will provide: Teaching Video, Participant Guide, and Leader Guide with in depth materials, plenty of discussion questions, and facilitator support from the Adult Discipleship Team.
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Library service is not available due to the restoration work undergoing in the basement. Until further notice, we will not be able utilize the resources in the Adult Resource Room.
Furthermore, FaithLink is no longer published and will not be available anymore.
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SIGN UP FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
ONSITE GATHERING
MAY 2021- JUNE 2021
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Sign up for Sunday Schools for May and June is open now! Due to the basement repair, sign up is only open for May and June. We have limited amount of Sunday School Rooms available, so please email Rev. Danielle Kim instead of signing up in the link so that we can maximize our resources!
Sunday Schools are now free to sign up to meet as frequently as desired. Furthermore, maximum occupancy will be adjusted according to the new social distancing guidelines from CDC.
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The Bible Study opportunities for the Fall of 2021 will be available to view in July 2021. Stay tuned for more information! |
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Starting on Friday, 5/7/2021, UMM will be studying the Book of Romans. Paul’s letter to the church in Rome is considered one of his best presentations of the basic theological principles. This important book is often recommended to new Christian for introduction and reading the Bible. It is also valuable for any Christian to study from time to time to refresh their perspective on their walk of faith.
The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am. If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785. The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).
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Book Sisters (which has changed its name from Covered Dishes to more closely reflect who we are and our purpose) meets Monday nights throughout the year at 6:30 -7:30pm, currently virtually, on Zoom. The group will continue its virtual meetings until group members feel comfortable meeting in person at the church.
Expect lively conversation as we review contemporary and classic books related to our lives and the world around us. Members volunteer to partner with one another to lead discussions. See upcoming Book Sisters dates and book selections below. Contact Sally Davies via email here for more information, and/or visit the Facebook private group here and request to join.
Upcoming Meetings:
June 7 - The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
An emotional family story explores the history of light-skinned African-Americans “passing” for White. Looking well beyond issues of race, The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person's decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.
August 2 - Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah
Spanning more than three decades and playing out across the ever-changing face of the Pacific Northwest, Firefly Lane is the poignant, powerful story of two women and the friendship that becomes the bulkhead of their lives.
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LUNCH BOX LADIES BOOK CLUB |
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Upcoming Meetings:
May 27- The Memory of Light by Francisco Stork
This is a young adult novel about a young woman who tried to commit suicide and her journey to finding herself and dealing with her family. Explore the interpersonal relationships in this book and the heroine's search for courage.
June 17- For Such a Time as This: Hope and Forgiveness after the Charleston Massacre by Rev. Sharon Risher
This memoir recounts the author's personal involvement in this tragedy. Rev. Risher serves as a Chaplain at Parkland Hospital in Dallas, TX.
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CURRICULUM RECOMMENDATIONS |
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In this five-session small group Bible study, pastor and best-selling author Craig Groeschel sheds light on relationships, thoughts, and behaviors that quietly compromise our well-being. Using concise teaching and honest humor, Groeschel provides a source of inspiration and encouragements for a faith-filled lifestyle that will keep you free of spiritual toxins. |
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Whether it is in politics, the professional world, a party, or a pew, we face conflict every day. As discussions get more heated and social media is deluged with opinion-spewing, hurt feelings, and broken relationships, we need hope and practical tools to navigate the tumultuous waters and live at peace with everyone. In this four-week Bible study, Amberly Neese walks through learning to live at with peace with others even when we disagree. |
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WHAT IS THE ONE THING OUR STAFF CAN HELP YOUR SMALL GROUP WITH IN APRIL?
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Go Now and Help People to Know the Love of Jesus Christ!
CUSTER ROAD UMC
Adult Discipleship
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