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Sunday School Opportunities
- Sunday School 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.
- Nursery Care & Preschool Sunday School (up to age 5), during worship in Room 8.
- 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: Hurt Trying To Do Good
Scripture: I Peter 3:13-22
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Wednesday Dinner Worship May 17
All of Us: When Our Soul is Troubled Reflections
Join us for an evening of fun, food, faith
and fellowship 5:45-6:30 pm
- Last Wednesday Dinner Worship for spring.
- Mission Engagement Night.
- Come celebrate Pastor Steve and enjoy some fun activities, including a story by Pastor Steve and some hands-on mission activities in honor of some of Pastor Steve's favorite missions and outreach.
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.
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In Loving Memory of Gwen Guiher
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Faith United Methodist Church on Monday, May 15, at 11:00 am
with calling hours beginning at 9:30 am.
A lunch will be served after the family returns from the cemetery.
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New Member Sunday will be this Sunday, May 14.
If you are interested in becoming a member or learning more about church membership, contact Pastor Steve, Pastor Jake, or Kathy Schmucker. New Member Orientation will be in the Conference Room at 9:45 am.
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Safe Sanctuary Orientation & Renewal
The next opportunity for Safe Sanctuary Orientation will be Thursday, May 18, at 7:00 pm 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. Please contact Kathy Schmucker or a member of the Safe Sanctuary ministry group to participate.
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High School and College Graduates
Graduation Sunday at Faith United will be May 21 during the 10:30 am worship service. We want to recognize and celebrate all students! If someone in your family is graduating from high school, please contact Matt Kluchar at 330.727.1647 or mkluchar@faithumchurch.org . If someone in your family is graduating from college or earned a graduate degree either this past December or will do so this spring, please contact Kathy Schmucker at 330.224.6138 or kschmucker@faithumchurch.org.
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Save the Date:
Peace with Justice Sunday
June 4
Peace with Justice Sunday reminds United Methodists that we are people who seek peaceful solutions, create and support
peace-related ministries, and aid in justice efforts in our communities and around the world. The Social Principles of the United Methodist Church call us to love our enemies, seek justice, and serve as reconcilers of conflict.
Faith United marks this special Sunday by engaging in a walk with other United Methodist Churches and local, ecumenical partners. This year, Peace with Justice Sunday is June 4. We will begin our walk at Crossroads United Methodist Church in downtown Canton at 1:00 pm and will walk approximately seven miles to Faith United. You do not have to walk the full seven miles, and more details will be coming soon! For now, Save the Date!
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Adult Connect Groups
Summer groups are now forming!
Contact Kathy Schmucker for information on
starting or participating in an adult group.
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Fellowship of Love, Thursday, May 18 at 7:00 pm. Fellowship of Love would like to invite the church to hear Pastor Jake speak about his pilgrimage to explore the journeys of Paul. Please join us for an evening of fellowship and interesting travel in the Church Chapel. Everyone is welcome!
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UR Welcome Fellowship Potluck Get Together, Saturday, May 20, at 5:30 pm in the church pavilion. Bring your own table service, drink, dinner, and enough to share. In case of rain or cool temperatures, the event will be canceled and rescheduled. RSVP by May 14 to Mary Jane Fletcher (330.418.0956, call or text),or Bar Terlizzi (call 330.494.1782 or email nonnabs1992@twc.com).
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Summer Women’s Group, Wednesday May 17, meet at Price Park and on alternating Wednesdays at 1:00 pm to have a sack lunch, devotions and walk the track. Facilitators: Sue Bell and Sue Schillings.
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Family Meet-Up Group, Thursday, June 1 at 6:30 pm. Families are invited to the church for an evening of summer games, fun, and a service project. Bring a snack and gather in the church pavilion. Coordinator: Amanda DeFays.
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Book Discussion Group, Thursday, June 29, at 7:00 pm to discuss the book The Memory Keeper of Kyiv by Erin Litteken.
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Sewing for Missions, Wednesday, May 17 at 6:30 pm. Coordinator: Sue Bell.
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After-Dinner Table Talk, Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, Room 3.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays, 1:00 pm, Coordinator: Mike Flechtner, Parlor.
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Theology for Our Times, Fridays, 1:00 pm, Coordinator: Tom Strauch, Zoom.
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Resilient, Men's Life Study, Saturday, May 20, 8:00 am at Beyesly's Restaurant. Coordinator Jim Skinner.
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Common Ground - Mom's Group, 9:45-10:25 am, Sundays, Coordinators: Rebekah Heskett and Bethany Sedziol, Nursery.
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Through the Year with John Wesley, Text group with Pastor Steve & Pastor Jake.
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The Book of ACTS - Monday Night Bible Study at 6:30 pm, Robinson Hall and Zoom. Facilitator: Ron Luikart.
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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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Ruth Anstine Recipient
Earlier this year, Faith United received incredible news. Our congregation would be the recipient of $640,000 – evidence of the impact that this congregation made on the life of Ruth Anstine. After receiving this news, we held a meeting of the Ministry Council to share and to dream about how God might be calling us to deploy these funds for the sake of our mission.
Out of that initial meeting, the Spirit revealed three themes to us:
- We must use these funds to support and bless our community – so we should tithe from this gift.
- We need to be wise in the use of these funds considering the shortfalls in our annual budget that we have had to overcome.
- This is not an appropriate time to reconsider our pastoral or staff configuration.
A task group was assigned by the Ministry Council. This task group made a recommendation to the Ministry Council, which was unanimously approved. The Ministry Council then made the recommendation to the Church Board, where the final proposal was unanimously approved. To see the approved distribution of these funds, click here.
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Easter Offering
Mission and Outreach
Each year Faith United takes 100% of the Easter Offering and uses it for mission. This year we collected $8,242 in our Easter offering and will disburse those funds in the following ways:
- $700 each to 5 local and international missionaries.
- $2,000 to our ongoing Gibbs Neighborhood Outreach.
- $1,500 to our Community Assistance Fund.
- $1,242 to our Campership Fund.
Thank you for your ongoing and generous support. If you have questions about any of these ministries or just want to know more, contact Pastor Jake.
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Let’s show families that kids matter at Faith United and make this the best summer ever for kids in our congregation and community! Plans are now underway to prepare for VBS and Camp Read-A-Lot. To make these summer ministries a great experience for kids and families in our community, we need you! Please prayerfully consider how God is calling you to be involved at Faith United this summer.
To help us in our planning please complete this survey.
Contact Kathy Schmucker or Sandy Vaughn for more information.
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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.
Sunday School activities with Bible stories are in the Gathering Area between worship services on Sunday mornings, 9:30 am-10:30 am. Bible story shared at 10:00 am.
Celebrate Wonder home activities are available in the weekly worship emails for Nursery - Grade 5. 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 Peter and Tabitha; Scripture: Acts 9:36-43
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Wednesday Wonder Kids
Grades K-5 gather from 6:30-7:30 pm 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.
Our annual Butterfly Raising Project begins in May. It’s not too late to participate. If your family would like to help raise butterflies, caterpillars will be available for pick up on Sunday, May 14. Experiencing the life cycle of the butterflies helps us to understand why butterflies are a symbol of our faith. Contact Kathy Schmucker for more information.
Little Wonders, up to age 5, learn about God in a loving, caring environment.
Contacts: Kathy Schmucker, Kristin Krach, Bethany Sedziol, Rebekah Heskett.
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Kids Meet Pastor Thom!
This past Wednesday, Pastor Thom spent some time getting to know our Wednesday Wonder Kids. Pastor Thom read a story and answered some questions from the kids.
This is what they learned about Pastor Thom:
- What is your favorite color? Blue, black and orange.
- Do you have any pets? Yes, a dog named Quincey and a turtle named Mossy.
- What is your favorite zoo animal? Polar Bear.
Pastor Thom enjoyed hearing the kids' answers to these questions too!
Sing-along choir for preschool and elementary students occurs Wednesdays at 5:00 pm. 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.
May 17: Join us at 5:30 pm to practice and then sing during Wednesday Dinner Worship.
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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. 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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Registration for Hero Hotline Vacation Bible School is now OPEN!
Hero Hotline VBS invites children of all ages to answer the call to serve God together. Join us for a week full of faith discoveries, music, and adventures that help kids learn to strive for the things that bring peace and the things that build each other up.
June 12 to 16 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Faith’s Vacation Bible School Adventure is for:
- Preschool children ages 4 and up
- Elementary students entering Kindergarten through 4th grade
- Adventure VBS for students entering 5th and 6th grade
VBS Celebration Sunday will be June 18 at 8:30 am and 10:30 am
Pre-register by June 9 and receive a Hero Hotline VBS Music CD (one per family)
Click here to register
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Registration for Camp Read-A-Lot is Now Open! Join us for our in-person summer literacy program Wednesday evenings July 12, 19 and 26 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Students entering grades K-3 are invited to participate in some fun summer activities designed to keep their reading skills sharp. They will read great stories and even get some books to take home and keep for their own. Dramatic play, games, art, and service projects will provide opportunities for the children to build their vocabularies and expand their comprehension. We’ll also work on sight words, fluency, letters, and sounds. Click here to register.
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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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Outreach with Faith Kitchen
Matt would like to extend an opportunity for outreach with Faith Kitchen. The youth are invited to help with Crystal Park's food distribution on Saturday, May 27,
from 9 am -12 pm. You must provide your own transportation to and from Crystal Park United Methodist. Please see Matt for permission slips or email him at mkluchar@faithumchurch.org.
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End of Year Celebration!
Well...school is almost over, so it's time to plan for an end-of-the-year celebration. The youth will be going to Sluggers and Putters on Sunday, May 28. Matt would like to leave shortly after modern worship (around 11:30 am) and return to the church around 3:30 pm. The church bus will be used for transportation.
Admission and food will be paid!
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Youth Annual Conference - June 17 at Camp Wanake
This year's theme is "Recharge". If you've never been to YAC, it's an amazing way to experience God and have lots of fun with other area youth. There will be games, worship, hiking, and food. Space is limited to 150, so please let Matt know ASAP so he can register. The church will cover the cost of the tickets this year. Contact Matt at 330.727.1647 or mkluchar@faithumchurch.org.
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We plan to meet once a month. Any young adult who is interested contact
Matt Kluchar at mkluchar@faithumchurch.org or 330.727.1647.
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Faith and Environment
Care for Your Community...
Care for the World
While you’re soaking up that springtime sun, take some time to protect the natural environment around you. Even spending a few minutes or a few hours doing one of these easy, environmental actions will make a huge impact!
Pick up litter in your community.
This is a classic action for the environment. By collecting and properly disposing of litter, you’re keeping debris from harming animal habitats and releasing toxins into the soil, water, and air.
Grow some critter-friendly plants.
If you’re concerned about the decreasing population of bumblebees or monarch butterflies, you can help pollinators, birds, and other critters just by planting the right kind of stuff in your yard or garden.
Ditch your car for a day.
Transportation is the #1 source of greenhouse gas emissions in the US, releasing 1.8 billion pounds of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere each year.
Plant a tree.
Trees contribute a lot to keeping our planet healthy and thriving. They provide oxygen, improve air and water quality, keep temperatures cooler, support wildlife, and more. So, take advantage of the timing and get planting.
Organize a yard sale of reusable items.
A lot of us are also due for a good spring cleaning. As you're decluttering, keep a look out for the furniture, clothing, and other household goods that could be given new life --- it could make a big difference for the environment.
The Takeaway:
Every season offers unique opportunities to care for our environment.
For more information click here.
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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Check out the Banned Book Display in the church library and read a great book!
Books unite us. For more than 40 years, the American Library Association has been active in the entire book community to support freedom to seek and express ideas. Censorship is on the rise. In 2020, 223 books were challenged. The number nearly doubled in 2021. In 2022, 2571 individual titles were challenged, an 1100% increase. 37 states have banned books with Florida and Texas banning the most. Who is initiating the challenges? Where do these challenges take place? The answers may surprise you and it doesn’t stop with just books. Come in to our library and see which banned books we are using. You may be surprised…we were! Come check out the reasons people challenge books. Most were by or about LGBTQIA+ persons and Black, Indigenous, and people of color.
"The theme for Banned Book Week 2023 is ‘Let Freedom Read’. When we ban books, we’re closing off readers to people, places, and perspectives. But when we stand up for stories, we unleash the power that lies inside every book. We liberate the array of voices that need to be heard and the scenes that need to be seen. Let freedom read!” – ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom
Article written by Betsy Gorrell, Faith United Library Group Leader
“It cannot be that the people should grow in grace unless they give themselves to reading. A reading people will always be a knowing people. ” ― John Wesley
The views of this article do not necessarily reflect the views of every member of the congregation. Faith United does have an anti-racism statement. You can view the statement on our website at https://www.myfaithunited.org/anti-racism/
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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Faith United is 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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