Wednesday, April 21, 2021 |
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The News You've Been Waiting For |
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In-person Worship Returns to Mt. Zion
Worship returns to the sanctuary at Mt. Zion:
- One service only
- Limited capacity
- Overflow simulcast to the gym
- Online Livestream
- Masks & distancing required
- Reservations requested
Other on-campus activities remain paused at this time. We look forward to expanding facilities use in the near future.
Looking for a way to serve?
- New volunteer opportunities are available (greeters/ushers/set-up & take down/livestream assistance)
- Jump in and be part of the excitement!
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Contact Ray Bridenbaugh at Ray.Bridenbaugh@yahoo.com
Watch for more information coming soon!
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Coming Up May 2
Outdoor Worship
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A pre-recorded service will also be available on YouTube in case of inclement weather and for those who are still in quarantine. The video will be posted early on May 2. |
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Sunday Worship on April 25 - Two Live Chat Video Services at 8:30 and 11:00 am |
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Online Prayer 6:30 Tonight |
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We lift our prayers of thanksgiving for the gift of life eternal, of forgiveness and grace. In our worship we witness to the power of reclaimed lives, of renewed starts, of healed relationships and healed bodies. Join the WOW Prayer service Wednesday, April 21, at 6:30 pm (sign in early if you can), as we move out of ourselves and allow Jesus to take the lead, to take the center of our beings, see the hope for our own lives and the lives of those we love. Come. Look up to Jesus Christ. Accept his redeeming grace and live.
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Outreach Cluster May Focus
There's Hope for the Hungry
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Please join Mt. Zion UMC’s Outreach Cluster as they devote the entire month of May to providing families in need with food assistance.
There’s Hope for the Hungry is a mobile food pantry program that St. Peter & Paul Episcopal Church in East Cobb hosts on the first Tuesday of each month, for those in need of food and spiritual nourishment. They help over 100 families monthly.
There’s Hope for the Hungry has never depended upon large organizations or social programs for their support. They depend upon caring people who have a heart for their fellow Americans who are now in poverty.
Covered collection bins are located in the drive-through circle by the main lobby doors.
Below is a list of the most requested food items and toiletries. (Please note that standard size containers are best, as oversized or family size containers can be difficult to pack and carry for many who use public transportation.)
Volunteers will move items inside, as needed, and deliver to the local food pantry as the month progresses.
Canned Meats (chicken, tuna, pasta with meat, etc.)
Canned Beef Stew
Canned Vegetables (15.75 oz.)
Canned Tomatoes (15.75 oz. diced, whole, sauce)
Canned Fruit (15.75 oz)
Potatoes (Instant, canned)
Baking Mix (Bisquick or store brand, 2 lb. boxes)
Cereal
Flour
Dry or Evaporated Milk
1 lb. Bags of Rice
Dry Beans
Jelly
Jell-O or Pudding Mix
Macaroni & Cheese
Pasta
Pasta Meal Makers
Peanut Butter
Soup
Snacks (crackers, cookies, etc.)
Spaghetti Sauce
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Can You Make A Difference
Come and See on Sunday
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You’re invited to “Make A Difference”!
This past year has been an adventure. As Rev. Stewart said last Sunday, Methodists are called to “make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” But how? Where do I fit in the puzzle to transform a world?????
Join the Pairs ‘n Spares Sunday school class for a study on practical guidance to help disciples like us connect passion to do something with identifying where your particular gifts may be. Class starts with “coffee time” at 9:30, then the lesson around 10:00. We end at 10:45ish so people can attend the 11:00 service. We started this study last Sunday so you are not behind (especially if you watch the video). There are five more sessions.
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Adoption… From Foster Family to Forever Family |
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The goal of foster care is to prevent
the breakdown of families, protect
from further abuse and neglect, and to find permanency for the child in a safe, stable, and secure home. In Georgia, 52% of the children in foster care are reunified with their families,
23% of the children go live with relatives of guardians, and 14% of the children are adopted from foster care. For the children who are not able to be reunited with their biological family, Wellroot Family Services helps these children find loving and stable homes. Adoption gives permanency to a child by providing them with a forever family. In 2020, 27 children
officially joined their forever family through adoption from foster care at Wellroot.
Wellroot Founder’s Day 5k
This year Wellroot Family Services (formerly The United Methodist Children’s Home) is celebrating 150 years of caring for children, youth, and families in Georgia! Mt. Zion is excited to be a part of the kick-off celebrations during Founder’s Week by participating in the virtual Founder’s Day 5K and children’s Mustard Seed 1K on Saturday, May 1st.
To join our Mt. Zion United Methodist Team as a virtual runner or a phantom runner, text wellroot5k26 to 71777 or visit www.wellroot5k.org and find our team under “Team Leaderboard.”
Complete the form and click “Confirm & Sign Me Up to officially join the team. We hope you’ll help us make a difference!
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May/June 2021 Upper Rooms
Available Wed. April 28
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The May/June issue of The Upper Room Magazine will be available for pick-up in the drive-thru circle on Wed.
April 28.
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2021 Scholastic Book Fair
Helps Mt. Zion's Preschool
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Help the preschool earn free books for their classroom libraries! Shop the online Scholastic Book Fair today through Friday, April 23.
All purchases over $25 receive free shipping, and items are shipped directly to your home. Thank you in advance for your support!!
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Is it Time for A Baptism?
Is it Time to Join Mt. Zion?
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You may recall that one of our interrupted events at the start of the pandemic was a Membership Sunday opportunity. Also, during the last year we have gained followers and several families have added new little members to their lives.
Mt. Zion's pastors are asking that anyone seeking to join the church, or seeking a baptism, to contact them and discuss a time and date to make it happen.
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Outreach Cluster's Monthly Focus for April,
SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center
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During the entire month of April, Outreach Cluster will be collecting items for SafePath Child Advocacy Center. Items will provide for their therapy and counseling needs, as well as restocking items from their general ongoing needs lists. (see below)
SafePath is the Cobb County Children’s Advocacy Center of Georgia dedicated to improving the lives of children who have been abused. SafePath’s mission is to reduce the trauma to children and their families by offering a comprehensive, professional, and child-friendly approach to the allegations of child abuse. SafePath ensures a less traumatic, child-focused approach to child abuse cases by bringing together professionals from law enforcement, the district attorney’s office, therapists, healthcare professions, DFACS, and other agencies, to all work together as a collaborative team. More About SafePath
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Therapy Needs and General Needs Lists
Stress Balls
Journals for ages 12-17 years old
Small Drawing Pad
Paintable Plain White Plastic Masks
Washable Markers
Stickers (smiley faces, hearts, stars, dots, spiders, bees)
Napkins
Tissues
Plastic Utensils
Paper Towels
Paper Plates
Dishwasher Detergent
Baby Wipes
Markers for Coloring Books
Child-Friendly Pillowcases (Standard Size)
General Office Supplies
Batteries (AA and AAA)
Blank CDR’s
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In Case You Missed the Virtual Service |
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Above: Here is the link for Last Sunday's (April 18) online Worship Service.
Also, don't miss the Family Link video this week with Jeni McCord
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Alleluia and Susanna Circles will meet together on Thursday, April 29 via Zoom at 7:00 pm. Contact Kathy Jacobson for link at pkjacobson@earthlink.net
UMW Board Meeting- The next meeting is Monday, May 3 at 7:00 pm via Zoom.
Keepsake Quilters- Keepsake Quilters met for the first time in person on Tuesday April 20. They made 12 pillowcases for the children of Safepath. Their next meeting at Tiny Stitches will be May 18 at 9:30 am.
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No newsletter this week from the district but here's a link to the North Georgia Conference news.
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NGUMC Bishop Announces
Projected Appointments 2021
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Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson announces projected full-time appointment changes as of April 18, 2021.
This announcement does not affect the pastoral staff at Mt. Zion this year.
These appointments will be effective July 1. Find the 2021 Clergy Move Schedule at "Clergy Move Day 2021."
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Come to the Table
Webinar with Bishop Sue:
A Follow-up
Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson and the Conference Cabinet met "at the table" Monday evening at 6:30 p.m., with North Georgia laity, for an online presentation concerning marriage and ordination of LGBTQ people (invitation in newsletter last week). Below you'll find a link that was sent to registered laity, with a Q&A document, and a guide outlining their vision for the future.
"Welcoming Table" Vision Guide
Today the Bishop and Cabinet will discuss the vision shared in the document linked below. Please read this in advance of today's webinar:
Q&A
After last week's webinar with clergy we put together answers to some of the many helpful questions and comments we received. See those answers in the document below:
Your Questions and Comments
We invite and encourage you to send questions and thoughts anonymously using the form below during and after tonight's Webinar. Please click the link below to ask questions and offer comments:
Monday's session was recorded but is not yet available. You can check back at the NGUMC Vimeo Channel by visiting:
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from Rev. Dr. Terry Walton
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Your Giving is Appreciated |
Remember, you can mail your gifts and offerings to the church office or you can give online.
Mail to:
Mt. Zion UMC
1770 Johnson Ferry Rd.
Marietta, GA 30062
or Click below to give online:
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