Ariel is fascinated with humans. After falling in love with Prince Eric, she wants to become a human, and gets the chance to be human for three days. What’s so special about being human? The Psalmist asks it this way: “What is man that thou art mindful of him?” God, apparently, is also fascinated with humans, giving Jesus the chance to be human for about 30 years. Jesus not only shows us who God is, Jesus shows us what God wishes humans to be. Becoming human was the way Jesus affirmed God’s love for us, and our lasting value.

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In the midst of all of the unrest leading up to the 2021 Presidential Inauguration, People's, New St. James, Mount Horeb, Solomon Community Temple, and Sugar River are joining together for a prayer vigil. Always, but especially in times of distress, we are called to pray and it is something we can all do! We invite you to come together to pray for peace, respect, and resolve. This vigil will begin 24 hours prior to the inauguration and go through 12:30 pm January 20th. Learn more and easily sign up for a 30 minute time slot HERE.

Are you interested in training to become a Lay Speaker through the UMC? A workshop with Rev. Amy Powell is coming up beginning January 30. The deadline to sign up is 1/24. More info HERE!

More details and registration HERE on Realm/Realm Connect App.

Please email if you need assistance with registration.

(First 15 people who sign up will be entered into a drawing for a prize!)

"Dreaming Together" Couple's Valentine Date Night

More info/sign up by 2/1 HERE

"Big Dreams, Big Miracles" Men's Retreat w/ Bill Schultz

More info/sign up by 2/19 HERE

Registration required. Email us with questions or help signing up. Gender focused events: all are welcome to learn more about the context & join if interested.

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Would you like to give to Sugar River? You can easily give online via our Give Page or within your Realm Connect app! Questions? Contact Dan Day. Your generous hearts make our ministry and missions possible! THANK YOU!

Don't have the Realm Connect App yet? You have to check it out-- its a wonderful resource not only to access your giving info, but to see upcoming events, find people in the congregation and so much more! A free download right here on App Store or Google Play

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"My Grandmother's Hands" book group has begun Session 2 of virtual meetings. All are welcome to join even if you were unable to attend the first session. Email Pastor Jason from People's UMC for more information.

We are delighted to, once again, support the Badger Prairie Needs Network by supplying birthday bags for the food pantry for children and families during their time of need!

The requested gender neutral items are:

You have the option of donating any of these items individually or making an entire birthday kit which includes ONE of every item. If you choose to make a kit simply put all of the items in a brown paper bag or birthday gift bag! All donations and kits will be collected in the entryway of Sugar River on the following dates and times and we will deliver them to the BPNN:

TODAY, Thursday 1/14: 9am-noon and 5-6pm

Thank you to the Red Cross, to everyone who donated, and to those who helped welcome the team and close up Sugar River after the event!

Here's a message from Diane, the Blood Drive Coordinator:

"Thank you so much for another great blood drive. I truly appreciate your willingness to allow us use of your site. Without your help, we wouldn’t be able to meet the needs of hospitals. Many businesses, schools and colleges are still working and learning remotely and that impacts the places that we can go. Your drive helped collect 64 pints of blood from 57 donors, 48 whole blood and 16 power reds and could help up to 192 people."

We have 2 more drives scheduled...3/18 and 4/7...watch for information as the dates approach!

We care about you! The SR Care Team continues to reach out to people in our congregation to check in. Please let us know if you have any needs, questions, or want to check in.

Simply email here to contact the care team.