Worship Sunday, April 10
Full to the Brim
"Even the Stones Cry Out"
Preacher: Rev. Steve Stultz Costello
In-Person/Live-streamed: 8:30 Traditional, 11:00 Modern
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Worship Series Resources: |
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Sunday School Opportunities for All Ages 9:30-11am
Full to the Brim Palm Sunday activities (gathering area), Stations of the Cross Prayer Stations (Chapel), 'Twas the Morning of Easter outdoor StoryWalk
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Worship at Crystal Park UMC:
Traditional Worship at 11 a.m. | 2219 Mahoning Rd NE, Canton, 44705
Preacher: Rev. Beth Ortiz
Sermon: "Even the Stones Cry Out"
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The Bible Year - Church-Wide Reading and Study |
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By studying the Bible daily, you’re enriching your spiritual life and developing a deeper faith. Imagine how reading the Bible together as a congregation will make a difference in our church and community! |
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This Week's Readings:
April 10 Day 100
2 Chronicles 14:1 - 16:14
April 11 Day 101
2 Chronicles 17:1 - 20:37
April 12 Day 102
2 Chronicles 21:1 - 24:27
April 13 Day 103
2 Chronicles 25:1 - 28:27
April 14 Day 104
2 Chronicles 29:1 - 32:33
April 15 Day 105
2 Chronicles 33:1 - 36:23
April 16 Day 106
Ezra 1:1 - 3:13
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“Get into the word of God and let God’s word get into you.”
– Bishop Tracy Malone
As you read consider the following question: What is God revealing to me today, and how will I apply it to my life?
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Haven't started yet? Behind on readings? No problem! Figure out a reading schedule that works for you!
- Devotionals with summaries/key themes to help understand the verses are available on the Book Resource Table.
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Weekly Amplify Media videos to enhance your reading experience.
- Monthly reflection and discussion with Pastors Steve and Jake and Spiritual Formation Director, Kathy Schmucker on the last Sunday, at 6:30pm via Zoom
- Check out "Basic Bible" on Amplify Media to learn how it is organized and general themes found throughout.
Missed a week? Open up previous Navigators here for the daily readings
For more information, contact Kathy Schmucker, Pastor Steve, or Pastor Jake.
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Lent is the forty day period (not counting Sundays) between Ash Wednesday and Holy Saturday (the day before Easter). Lent is a time for preparing for Easter by spending time with God. May the worship experiences and resources available be meaningful ways for you to connect with God during this season of Lent. |
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Lent Resources
- Lent Kits have materials and devotions for Lent and Easter for all ages, a vase for our Lent worship series, daily prayer cards, and more resources. Holy Week Kits now available.
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Download this year’s Lent Devotion booklet here.
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Download Lenten Daily Prayer Cards here.
- Lent kits, and limited printed devotion booklets and prayer cards are available on the gathering area information board.
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Lent Photo A Day (below) is based on the Full to the Brim Daily Prayer Cards. Reflect on each word, then share a picture, scripture, song, or poem on social media tagging the church. You may also want to draw or color your word on the Lent Heart calendar.
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Week Long Activities April 10-17:
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‘Twas the Morning of Easter Outdoor Story Walk, Walk through the story of Easter. Exercise body, mind, and spirit as you explore the meaning of Easter. Perfect for kids and kids at heart!
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Holy Week Prayer Stations, Experience Jesus’ journey to the cross through scripture, prayer, reflection Stations of the Cross is a prayer experience for all ages. Located in the chapel.
Services:
- Palm/Passion Sunday
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Children's Palm Procession - Purchase any of the items on this list and bring them to worship on April 10, to include in the Palm Procession. Items can also be placed in the collection totes in the Gathering Area.
- Welcome Jesus by donating new sheets, pillows, blankets for Hartville Migrant Ministry or new or clean and gently used coats for Faith Kitchen.
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The Easter Story, an interactive sensory worship experience for all ages. April 13, 6:30pm
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Take Off Your Shoes Maundy Thursday Service, April 14, 7pm.
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Two Faces: A Dramatic Dialogue Good Friday Service, April 15, 7pm.
- Easter Sunday, April 17
- Sunrise Service, 6:45am, church parking lot, bring lawn chairs
- 8:30am and 11:00am, Sanctuary
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Conversation with Rev. Cara Stultz Costello
Sunday's Conversation about the United Methodist Church and General Conference was recorded on video.
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Come and Enjoy
this musical concert!
April 10 at 6 p.m.
Free Admission, Donations accepted, Masks required per Harmony Ringers.
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Adult Connect Groups
Get connected at Faith United, Spring groups are now forming! Contact Kathy Schmucker for information on starting, or participating in, an adult group.
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Second Wind, April 12, 1pm, Chair Yoga, RSVP to Betsy Douce by April 10
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Faith & Environment, April 12, 6:00pm, Conference Room/Zoom
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Full to the Brim Visio Divina Lent Art Study, April 12, 7pm, Zoom
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Sewing for Missions, April 20, 6:30pm, Sue Bell
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The Promise of the Holy Spirit, Men's Life Study, 8am, April 23, Kim Reynolds, Beyesly's Restaurant/Zoom
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Bible Year Monthly Discussion and Reflection, April 24, 6:30pm, Zoom
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Book of Luke, Monday Night Bible Study, 6:30pm, Ron Luikart, Parlor/Zoom
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Hollywood Jesus, Wednesday Women’s Group, 9am, Linda Reynolds, Zoom
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The Conversation Book Study, Wednesdays, 6:30pm, Retired Judge Mike Howard and Krista L. Allison, Parlor/Zoom
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After Dinner Lent Table Talk, Wednesdays, 6:30pm
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Theology for Our Times, Fridays, 1:00pm, Tom Strauch, Zoom
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Spiritual Seekers, Sunday School, 9:45am, Bob Snyder, Conference Room/Zoo
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The Deeply Formed Life Practices, Sundays, 9:45am, starts May 1, Parlor/Zoom
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Click here or scan for more details about all the group opportunities and programs happening at Faith United.
Pick up study books in the Gathering Area. Suggested donations can be made by cash/check, or online. Do not let book cost prohibit you from participating. Kindle/eBook versions can be ordered through the Cokesbury link below.
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Wednesday Night Faith Connections Dinner & Worship
Join us for an evening of fun, food, faith, and fellowship! Enjoy a great meal and mid-week worship socially distanced in Robinson Hall.
Groups for adults, youth, and kids follow worship. Childcare is available during adult group times for little ones.
Wednesday April 27 will be Worship Mission Night! The Volunteer Coordinator from Hartville Migrant Ministry will be joining us to share about this vital ministry as we pack the Welcome Bags with items donated on Palm Sunday!
Contact Kathy Schmucker or John Hartzell for details.
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The May/June issue of the Upper Room Devotional and the Daily Bread are available for pick up on the gathering area information display board. |
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Spiritual Practices 101
Trying new ways of praying, studying scripture, and other practices that help you stay close to God, is vital to our growth as disciples of Christ. View our Spiritual Practice 101 videos here. Contact Kathy Schmucker to learn about a certain spiritual practice more or to share one that helps you connect with God.
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Faith and Environment Weekly
Many commercial household cleaners are hazardous to children and pets and contaminate septic tanks and wastewater treatment systems if poured down drains or toilets.
Green Living Tip: You may already have in your home natural safe alternatives to harsh cleaning products that are just as effective as their pricey and toxic counterparts:
- Furniture cleaner and polish--1/2 teaspoon oil, such as olive (or jojoba), 1/4 cup vinegar or fresh lemon juice. Mix the ingredients in a glass jar, dab a soft rag into the solution, and wipe the wood surfaces
- Mold and mildew cleaner--2 teaspoons tea tree oil and 2 cups water. Combine in a spray bottle, & spray on problem areas. Do not rinse.
- Window cleaner--1/4 to 1/2 Teaspoon liquid soap, 3 tablespoons vinegar, 2 cups water. Put all the ingredients into a spray bottle, shake it up and use as you would a commercial brand. The soap in this recipe removes the wax residue from the commercial brands you might have used in the past
- Toilet cleaner and disinfectant--2 teaspoons borax, 4 tablespoon, 3 cups hot water. Mix all ingredients together in a spray bottle. For stronger cleaning power, add 1/4 teaspoon liquid soap. Wipe on with dampened cloth or use non-aerosol spray bottle.
- Ant deterrent--Ant invasions can sometimes be deterred by washing by counter tops, cabinets and floors by washing with white distilled vinegar.
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The Faith and Environment committee is looking for earth friendly ideas you use. We will compile a list to share on on Earth Day, April 24
Examples:
- 4 magic words: "Please don't bag that!"
- Replace plastic bottled shampoo/conditioner with bars, and use bar soap.
- Replace cleaning chemicals with vinegar and baking soda.
Please email your ideas to Joanne Fox at Jofoxhd@gmail.com
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Sunday School activities are in the Gathering Area weekly between worship services.
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Celebrate Wonder home activities are available in the weekly worship emails for Nursery-5th Grade. 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 and even has special videos for kids! Follow these steps to register or contact Kathy Schmucker.
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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.
- Worship Kits and worship manipulatives are available to guide children as they pray and learn about God
- Family Prayer Ground at the front of the sanctuary for families to have a comfortable, close-up view of worship.
- Rocking chairs in the Narthex and Family Prayer Ground.
- Nursery care and Preschool Sunday School (birth-age 5) during worship in room 18.
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Family Sing A Long
Wednesdays, 5:00pm. Come sing, play instruments, make a joyful noise for the Lord! Preschool/Toddlers can join in at 5:30pm. Contact Sandy Wallace for details.
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Wednesday Wonder Kids
Grades K-5 gather from 6:30-7:30pm following dinner and worship to learn about faith through games, Bible stories, activities, service and mission projects and worship experiences! 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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East Ohio Conference Summer Camp
Registration is open.
Every summer has a story! Faith United wants to help make summer camp part of the summer story for kids and youth! East Ohio Camps provide a wide range of experiences, from day camps to weeklong overnight camps, with a variety of interests and themes. Camp Scholarships are available for kids and youth.
Visit Faith United's Summer Camp Page, contact Kathy Schmucker and Matt Kluchar or grab a camp brochure with scholarship applications from the information board in the Gathering Area to learn more.
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Let's make this the best summer ever for kids in our congregation and community!
Plans are underway to prepare for in-person VBS and Camp Read-A-Lot. Help us make these summer ministries a great experience! 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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Sunday school for middle school and high school youth will begin this Sunday, April 10 at 9:45 in the youth room.
Any adult who would like to volunteer to help with future classes, please contact Matt or Jake. You would not have to teach, just be present. It would help out greatly. Safe sanctuary training is required so the sooner you could volunteer, the better.
Also, there will be a meeting for students interested in confirmation and their families Sunday April 10th at 12:30 in Robinson hall. Lunch will be provided and this fall's schedule will be discussed.
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Attention High School Seniors and College Students:
Scholarship application forms are available here, on our website homepage, and in the church office. Several scholarships are available for seniors and post high students. Applications and transcripts must be received in the church office no later than April 24. Contact Beth Miller with questions (330.495.9467)
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Crystal Park Cooperative Parish
Upcoming Preachers and News
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April 17
Rev Jake Heskett
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Taggarts Ice Cream restaurant on Fulton will be holding an all-day fundraiser Tuesday, April 19. A portion of the day's proceeds will benefit Faith Kitchen. Bring some friends and have lunch or dinner and a famous Bittner! |
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You are cordially invited to a presentation on Sunday, April 24 at 9:45 a.m. in Robinson Hall to learn more about Faith United’s Endowment Program.
Brian Sheetz from The East Ohio United Methodist Foundation will be our presenter during this 30-45 minute dialogue.
Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to the church office by April 19.
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Carol Dayton passed away March 23. Services will take place April 14 at 3:00pm at Faith United with calling hours beginning at 2:00pm. |
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Free First Aid and AED (Defibrillator) Training:
All are invited to attend a one time class to review basic first aid and instructions on how to use our defibrillator equipment that is located in the Gathering Area and near the Family Life Center. We realize that it has been more than 10 years since we offered this type of training. This is especially important for anyone who serves on the Hospitality Team, greeters, ushers, worship participants, staff, and volunteers. It is our goal to have as many people as possible trained to help in an emergency situation that may occur in our building or in the community. Sandy Vaughn has volunteered to provide this training on Thursday April 28th at 1:30pm and 7:00pm. in Robinson Hall. This is not a certification class – just a time to learn the basics. Please call the church office to let us know which time you will attend.
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During this season of Lent, explore some great resources for your spiritual journey!
Amplify Media is a video library with 1,000's of videos for adults, youth and kids that you can view from your phone, tablet, computer, or tv. These resources can be used for individual or group studies, and has a special section just for kids!
Follow these instructions to access your free account. Questions? Contact Kathy Schmucker, Spiritual Formation Director.
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Opportunities to Serve this Spring and Summer
There is a saying, “It takes a village to raise a child.” This congregation is a village for many children and youth! We are longing to be able to offer our many programs, but need volunteers. There are many opportunities to serve:
- Sunday School teachers and helpers at 9:45am
- Wednesday Wonder Kids
- Wednesday Night Faith Connections meal team
- Nursery and Childcare Sunday A.M. and Wednesday P.M.
- Youth Wednesday P.M. and Sunday P.M.
- Adult Group Facilitators and Coordinators
- Summer Story Time with FFLC Students
- VBS and Camp Read-A-Lot
Our children need our church. They need Jesus! And they need YOU!
Faith United’s Spiritual Formation and Youth Ministry Teams need your support to guide our children and youth as they grow in faith. If interested, contact Kathy Schmucker, Matt Kluchar, or Pastor Jake.
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Come in and check out some of the the new books we have in the library!
We are also missing some library books. Please check your bookshelves, tables and desks to see if you have any books on this list. They may have been taken out before before or during COVID.
Check out the books and resources available in the library to nurture your spiritual journey!
Type a topic in the search bar to see available resources.
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Cokesbury is a great resource to purchase Bibles, devotionals, gifts & more! The church receives credit & a rebate from your purchases when you use this link to order.
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Order gift cards year round! Part of each order benefits the Youth Mission Fund. Check out available cards and contact Matt Kluchar to order.
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Faith United is hiring for the following position(s):
Part-time Child Care Providers - Faith United: Flexible Hours
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Saturday, April 9
8am-9am Men's Life Study (Beyesly's)
3pm-4pm Brass Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
All Week April 10-17
'Twas the Morning of Easter StoryWalk (Outdoors)
Holy Week Prayer Stations (Chapel)
Sunday, April 10 Palm Sunday
8:30am-9:30am Traditional Worship - Live Stream (Sanctuary)
8:30am-12pm Nursery Care & Preschool Sunday School (Room 18)
9:30am-11am Sunday School Activities all ages (Gathering Area)
9:45am-10:45am Soul Seekers Sunday School (Conference Room)
9:45am-10:45am Middle/High School Sunday School (Youth Room)
11am-12pm Modern Worship - Live Stream (Sanctuary)
12:30pm-2pm Confirmation Information Meeting & Lunch (Robinson Hall)
6pm-7:30pm Harmony Ringers Concert (Sanctuary)
Tuesday, April 12
9am-12pm Library Story Time (Robinson Hall)
9:30am-11am Celebration Bell Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
1pm-3pm Second Wind (Parlor)
2:30pm-3:30pm Women's Emmaus Accountability (Zoom)
6pm-7:30pm Faith & Environment Meeting (Conference Room)
6pm-9pm Boy Scouts (Robinson Hall/Wesley)
7pm-8pm Visio Divina Lent Art Study (Zoom)
Wednesday, April 13
5pm-5:45pm Sing Along (Room 8)
5:45pm-6:30pm Wednesday Night Dinner (Robinson Hall)
6:30pm-7:30pm Wednesday Night Youth (Youth Room)
6:30pm-7:30pm The Easter Story Service (Chapel)
6:30pm-7:30pm After Dinner Lent Table Talk (Room 5)
6:30pm-8pm Little Wonder Kids (Nursery)
7:30pm-8:30pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Thursday, April 14
1pm-2:30pm Prayer Shawl Ministry (Parlor)
2pm-4pm Carol Dayton Memorial Service (Sanctuary)
7pm-8:30pm Cub Scout Leader/Parent Meeting (Room 8)
7pm-8:30pm Maundy Thursday Service (Sanctuary)
Friday, April 15
1pm-2pm Theology for Our Times (Zoom)
7pm-8pm Celebrate Arts Good Friday Drama (Sanctuary)
Saturday, April 16
3pm-4pm Brass Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
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