PALM SUNDAY

April 2, 9:00 and 11:00am

Join us in worship this week as we celebrate Palm Sunday. All will receive palms and will remain in the Narthex until the service begins. When the doors to the Sanctuary are opened, we will process to our seats and lay our palms on the floor, in remembrance of Christ's Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. It will be a special service you don't want to miss!

HOLY WEEK

April 3-9, 2023

Easter will be here soon! We hope you will celebrate Holy Week with us!

CHRIST IN THE PASSOVER: AN INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE

Monday, April 3, 6:00pm - Reservations required

MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE

Thursday, April 6, 7:00pm

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

Friday, April 7, 7:00pm

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Saturday, April 8, 6:00pm through Sunday, April 9, 6:00am

Sign-up in the Narthex.

EASTER SUNDAY

Sunday, April 9, 7:00, 9:00, and 11:00am

We have 3 services planned for Easter Sunday. The 9:00am Contemporary and 11:00am Traditional services will meet as usual in the Sanctuary.

The 7:00am Sunrise service will meet outdoors at the campsite. Please bring your own folding chairs!

EASTER FLOWERS



We invite you to purchase Easter flowers to decorate the sanctuary on Easter Sunday. The flowers will be a combination of lilies and tulips. Order forms are available at the Connection Center. The last day to order flowers is this Sunday, April 2nd.

EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA FAMILY EGG HUNT

Sunday, April 2nd, 12pm

Join us this Sunday for our annual Easter egg hunt!

For more information or to volunteer email teresa@aledoumc.org

CAMPING CHURCH KICKOFF

Saturday, April 15, 5:00pm, Aledo UMC Campsite (weather permitting)

Join us for a church cookout at the AUMC campsite, followed by a campout for those who'd like to stay overnight! Sunrise devotional Sunday morning! Guest families are welcome! A limited number of tents and sleeping bags are available to borrow. Gas grill will be on site, and either a wood or propane fire for s'mores. Fill out the form HERE to preregister. For more information, contact dme0759@gmail.com.

MISSION TRIP OPPORTUNITIES

You can put your faith into action by joining a mission team this year. Our congregation has planned trips that reach out to others in need and demonstrate our commitment to serving. There is something for everyone!

June 9-14: Junior High, Bruceville-Eddy, TX

June 18-23: Senior High, Abilene, TX

July 9-13: Adult, Conroe, TX

July 30-August 5: Young Adult, N-X Ranch in Gardner, CO

October 22-26: Adult, Conroe, TX

Hey AUMC Youth! Don’t miss the deadline to turn in your registration paperwork and $75 deposit to join us on mission trip this summer! Forms and deposit are due this Sunday, April 2nd. You can turn them in to the church office OR to Shannon Reynolds. Registration and Medical Release forms can be found at the Welcome Center, OR you can email Shannon for a copy.

• Junior High (entering grades 6-8) , Total cost= $200
• Senior High (enter grades 9-12 + graduating Seniors) Total cost= $225
• You can contact Shannon Reynolds for more information at 817-991-3049 or shannon@aledoumc.org
• Both trips must be paid in full by June 4th.

The Young Adult trip is for college-age people and young adults (mostly 18-30 y.o.), and we'll work on a ranch that serves fatherless boys. Parents, please be sure to let your college students know about this summer mission opportunity. For more information, contact Matt Reed at matt.westinland@att.net.

The Adult trip will work at the Mission Center in Conroe, which responds to natural disasters with pre-assembled kits that serve immediate needs. They include flood buckets, hygiene kits, and adult and child backpacks. We are doing God's work in Conroe! For more information, contact Alicia Henze at arhenze@aol.com or Peggy Badlato at pbadlato@att.net.

AUMC FELLOWSHIP OF MEN COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT

Saturday, April 1, 8:00am-4:00pm

Texas Pythian Home (1825 E Bankhead Dr, Weatherford)

Our first community service project is tomorrow! We will be assisting the staff at the Texas Pythian Home with unpacking and organizing donations for their spring Garage Sale, which raises funds for all of the children's summer activities. You do not have to stay all day - any time you can give is appreciated! Water and snacks will be provided, and youth are welcome to participate. Bring some cash in case you see an item you want to purchase! Please text Mayo at 817-965-3573 if you are able to help with this project.

MEN'S RETREAT

July 21-23

The Men’s Retreat will be in July 21-23 in Turkey, TX, and includes outdoor sporting events and time to relax! Cost is $50, and space is limited to 22. Sign up at the Connection Center, or text 817-965-3573.

ALTAR FLOWERS

Anyone wishing to display flowers in honor or memory of loved ones in our sanctuary, contact Linda Surratt at 817-228-4632. Linda is the flower coordinator on our Worship committee.

SUPPORT GROUPS FOR AREAS OF LIFE

Our groups are open to adults in our community who are experiencing life's challenges. We all have difficult times in our lives when we need loving, compassionate support.

• Alzheimer's Support Group & Kaleidoscope - meets the second Thursday of each month at 1:00pm.
• Cancer Support Group - meets the second Tuesday of each month
• Caring Hearts/Stephen Ministers - AUMC is blessed to have many compassionate, caring men and women who are available to visit and pray with you. If you're going through a struggle or difficult time, they offer a confidential, listening ear and a word or prayer. Whether you just want to visit once or twice, or if you need a long-term prayer partner, kind folks are here to support you! Contact our Director of Congregational Care (trudysmith@aledoumc.org) for more information.

For more information on any of these groups go to aledoumc.org.

MEN'S DEVOTIONAL BREAKFAST

Mondays, 7:30am, Chapel



Pastor Joel will be sharing a short devotional with this group. Burritos and coffee will be served. This is an opportunity to meet new people and decompress. The goal is for those not retired, to get back on the road by 8:15, at the latest. A donation of $5 is asked to cover the cost.

April 3 - Amos 7:7-17

April 10 - Colossians 3:1-11

April 17 - Luke 12:13-21

April 24 - Jeremiah 1:4-10

May 1 - Psalm 71:1-6

May 8 - Luke 16:1-13

May 15 - 1 Timothy 2:1-7

May 22 - Luke 18:1-8

May 29 - Joel 2:23-32

June 5 - Jeremiah 23:1-6

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

Tuesdays, 10:00am-noon, Chapel/Activity Center

Looking for an interesting study? Join the Tuesday Morning class! We will begin a new study January 10th. All are welcome! Email Trudy Smith with questions.

JAVA & JESUS

Thursdays, 10:00am-noon, Gathering Room

Interested in a weekly women’s group and a good cup of coffee? Lessons center around how we juggle being moms and followers of Christ in a busy world. Nursery is provided; no outside reading required. Email Trudy Smith for more info and/or to register for childcare.

PASTOR'S BIBLE STUDIES

Wednesdays



IN THE AM - 9:30am, Parlor

IN THE PM - 6:00pm, Gathering Room

PARKING LOT MINISTRY

WE NEED YOU ... To join our newly forming Parking Lot Ministry Team. Help us provide safe campus, while extending a friendly greeting and welcoming smile to all who enter. We want to be the hands and feet of Christ in our community, and this is the perfect opportunity to become involved in the ministries of AUMC. The pay is nil, but the rewards are excellent!

Sign-up at the Connection Center or for more information, email Marsha Ancona at  nonnacona@gmail.com

MANNA ROOM FOOD PANTRY

If you would like to help feed our neighbors, we are currently short of the following items:

Tuna Helper

Cereal (regular size)

Peanut butter (16 oz)

Cornbread mix

Squeeze bottles of jelly

Spaghetti (16 oz)

Instant potatoes (packets or small boxes)

We are very well stocked with all other items.

We appreciate your faithful support of this ministry! Please no glass jars, bottles, or other breakable containers, and we cannot accept items past their expiration dates. Donations may be placed in the marked bin in the Narthex. Thank you!