Your Weekly News and Updates for August 9th, 2021
WORSHIP
Sunday services can be viewed live at 9:30am on Facebook AND YouTube, or afterwards with the links found on the website and weekly emails.
(Click on dates for links to worship)
 
 Free to Be: Reconciled
   Ephesians 2: 11-22 
 
Free to Be: Satisfied
 Ephesians 3: 14-21

Free to Be: Worthy
Ephesians 4: 1-16

Free to Be: Better
 Ephesians 4:25-5:2
JOIN US FOR HYBRID WORSHIP!
All are welcome! Sign Ups are no longer required for worship. We have enough space for our summer crowd to still gather inside and practice physical distance from others. 

We've made a slight change in our mask mandate for worship at WPUMC--starting yesterday (7/18), we have lifted the requirement for vaccinated individuals to wear masks in the sanctuary. We had been still requiring them, especially for singing, as the bio-aerosols emitted during have a high risk of spreading the COVID virus.  

However, because our in-person attendance in the summer is lower, there is plenty of space between family groupings, and because our swamp cooler and bell tower fan system disperse the air in the sanctuary--we have decided to trust the science that says that vaccinated individuals are at very low risk, even unmasked.  


Please note that we still require masks for unvaccinated teens and adults.  

Additionally, when the weather is nice, we will encourage BYOC (Bring Your Own Coffee) Fellowship time after worship in the courtyard!
#adventureswithjesus BINGO!
Join us in connecting with one another over the summer by submitting your photos of you/your family with inflatable Jesus. To send your pictures or request an inflatable Jesus, email Rev. Sandi at pastor@washparkumc.org

This year, we're adding a BINGO card into the mix -- with prizes to be presented on Rally Day, September 12th. Additionally, we are taking up a collection for the grand prize . . to be awarded to the local non-profit or mission of the winner's choosing. Help us "fill the bucket" with your spare change - you can send in donations to the church as well. 
Check out our VBS Celebration Video!
BETA TESTERS FOR ONLINE USHERING NEEDED!

As we look toward the fall and continued in-person and online worship--we need your help! We need "beta testers" for an experiment in online ushering/hosting of our worship services. We're looking for people to be willing to chat on Facebook and Youtube during our live stream and helping provide hospitality and follow-up for our online congregation.  

If you're interested, please contact Rev. Jamielee at assocpastor@washparkumc.org. 
Blessing of the Backpacks
Have your kiddos bring their backpacks to church on August 22nd and receive a blessing and special keychain.
Need for Auction Items for a Fun Upcoming Event!
We’d like to add a little fun to the fall and raise some money for Habitat for Humanity at the same time. In September, we will conduct a small online auction with the proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity. During the auction, a link will be distributed through the newsletters, the church website, and other church communications. You will click the link, scroll through a description of the items, register, and place a bid on your favorite gift certificates, items, and excursions. The highest bidder will win and purchase the auction item! Some of the items donated so far include:
· A weekend in a 2,050 square foot mountain modern home located in the idyllic setting of Summit Sky Ranch in Silverthorne, CO
· A beautiful handmade sculpture for your yard
· An evening of background music for your event by Steve Bondy
· A 3 or 4 night stay in a beautiful ski in/out 4 bedroom townhome that backs up to national forest in Warrior's Mark, Breckenridge, CO
·A Saturday behind-the-scenes tour of Channel 9 and meeting some of the broadcasters of Channel 9
· Delightful art handmade by children in our Vacation Bible School
· Up to 5 nights stay in a one-of-a-kind, private Breckenridge/Blue River 4 bedroom house adjacent to wetlands, national forest trails with views of Mt. Quandry (14,265 feet),
· Stay at a lovely Vail condominium offering expansive alpine views and the perfect mountain hideaway
We are still looking for auction items! Are you willing to offer tickets to a local event, a gift card to one of your favorite places, a gift basket filled with homemade treats or wine, or a special outing? If you are able to donate something for the auction, please contact Carol Nelson at 303.810.4635 or at customtrainingllc@q.com.
We look forward to a fun event. Thanks for your support!!