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Sunday School Opportunities
- Nursery Care & Preschool Sunday School (up to age 5), during worship in Room 18.
- Sunday School and Lent 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. Look for the Lent Wonder Wall in the Gathering Area!
- 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: "Coming Together Bone to Bone"
Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14
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Feasibility Study Questionnaire
For Everyone in the Congregation
Church, your input is essential for a most successful process of discernment about the timing and vision we sense God is calling Faith United to embrace.
Please use this link to complete the Feasibility Study Questionnaire. It is estimated to take 10 to 15 minutes.
If you have not already done so, please complete the
Feasibility Study Questionnaire.
This questionnaire will close at midnight TOMORROW Sunday, March 26.
You may want to review the Case Statement that summarizes the proposed vision and goals. If you would like more details about the goals with cost estimates, you can review the “God’s Vision for Faith United: Visioning Report and Recommendation” that was presented to and adopted by the Church Board on January 10, 2023. If you have specific questions about any of the goals or wish to see additional information about any of the goals, please let Pastors Steve or Jake know and they will put you in touch with the staff person or ministry leader who can best tell you about that goal. Our Horizons Stewardship consultant, Craig Miller, will be sharing the results of the feasibility study at a Church Board meeting on Tuesday, April 18 at 6:30 pm. The Board is scheduled to meet again on Tuesday, May 2 at 6:30 pm when they will vote on the recommendations from the feasibility study results. Board meetings are open meetings, anyone is welcome to attend, although only Board members may vote.
May our prayers for and participation in this process of discernment be blessed.
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The Future of the United Methodist Church
with Rev. Cara Stultz Costello
The Rev. Cara Stultz Costello, East Ohio Conference Superintendent of the Tuscarawas District, will be our guest preacher at the 8:30 am and 10:30 am services on Palm/Passion Sunday, April 2. Following the 10:30 am service, Cara will be our guest speaker addressing the topic “The Future of the United Methodist Church.”
A lunch is being provided by the Faith United Cookery at no charge, however baskets will be set out for a free-will offering to help offset the cost.
The menu will include ham and cheese sandwiches, sloppy joes, potato salad, broccoli/cauliflower salad and a tossed green salad. Coffee and tea will also be available.
You may recall that one year ago Rev. Cara spoke with us on the same subject. Several people have expressed a desire to hear an update as much has happened in the UMC since last year at this time. We are grateful that Cara is able to come again. We plan on either livestreaming the event or recording the event for later viewing on YouTube.
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March 29: Lent Reflections Week 5
Fun, food, faith and fellowship
5:45 - 6:30 pm
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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Lent Devotionals and Resources | |
Click here to download this year’s Lent Devotion booklet: Seeking: Honest Questions for Deeper Faith | |
Click here to download Lenten Daily Prayer Cards | |
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Click here to visit our website to learn more about Lent, Holy Week and Easter
Holy Week Kits with activities for kids and families will be available at the resource
display or by request.
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Palm Sunday
Welcome Jesus by helping others
serving the Hartville Migrant Ministry
and Faith Kitchen
Purchase any of the items listed here and bring to worship on Palm Sunday, April 2.
Items can also be placed in the wooden bin in the Gathering Area.
*Children's Palm Procession during 8:30 am and 10:30 am services*
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Wednesday April 5, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Following Wednesday Dinner Worship
Invite your friends and family to this year’s Family Easter Event!
· Easter Story Service
· Crafts and activities for all ages
· Glow Stick Story Walk
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Maundy Thursday Service
April 6 - 7:00 pm
A special drama for Maundy Thursday: "Pieces", written by Tyler Kirker, our intern from Malone University. The cast includes Matt Kluchar, Tina Largent, Taylor Mills, Eli Costello, Amanda DeFays, Stephen Richards, and Alex Kluchar. The play centers around a diverse group of Christians who are brought together by their pastor for an appreciation dinner but discover how much their differences challenge their unity.
(Childcare available)
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Good Friday
Service
April 7 - 7:00 pm
The Good Friday Service will center on the hymn
"Were You There?"
It will be held in the
Family Life Center
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Easter Sunday, April 9
Worship engagement activities and gifts for children!
- 8:30 am Traditional Worship
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am Easter Sunday School Activities
- 10:30 am Modern Worship
- 11:45 am Easter Egg Hunt, for kids through 5th Grade ~ with peanut & tree nut free goodies!
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Attention High School Seniors
and College Students
Scholarship application forms are available here
for you to print out and complete. Several scholarships are available for seniors and post high students. Applications and transcripts must be received in the church office no later than Sunday April 23.
Contact Beth Miller with questions 330.495.9467
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Trustees Update
Faith United Trustees met on March 16 with a full agenda. One agenda item was mold remediation in the lower level of the facility. Following tests for air quality and an inspection by a mold remediation company the Trustees learned that the pervasiveness of the mold in the lower level is quite extensive. As a result, the Trustees have sealed the lower level, and at this time no one is permitted in the lower level. The Trustees are also following the strong recommendation of the mold remediation experts and are discarding the entire contents of the basement. The Trustees unanimously approved using On the Spot, a mold remediation company, to handle this work. The main level of our facility is safe and currently unaffected by the mold in the lower level.
On the Spot will begin their mold remediation work following Easter and will be working for approximately 2 months. Our Trustees remain determined and faithful in their work to resource the ministries of Faith United through a safe, well maintained, and equipped facility. The Trustees are grateful for the ongoing support of all of you here at Faith United!
For questions, please see John Hartzell, chairperson of Faith United Trustees.
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Faith United’s Spring 2023
Environmental Speaker Series
Faith and the Environment?
A total mismatch or not?
Come dialog with local experts:
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April 19 – American Electric Power - Kelly Haer and Sue Marzano will address keeping power on, enhancing service, investing in reliability, and electrification.
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May 10 – Stark, Tuscarawas, Wayne Recycling District - Wendy Bullock will address importance of recycling, what can and cannot be recycled and where to recycle various items.
Program begins at 6:30 pm, but come join us first for
Wednesday dinner at 5:45 pm
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Adult Connect Groups
Spring groups are now forming!
Contact Kathy Schmucker for information on
starting or participating in an adult group.
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Seven Words: Listening to Christ from the Cross, Tuesday Women's Group, 6:30pm Zoom, Sue Bell and Sue Schillings
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Second Wind: A Seniors and Retirees Fellowship Group, Tuesday, April 11 at 1:00pm. What if Disaster Strikes? How to Avoid Losing What’s Important, RSVP to Betsy Douce by April 9. Coordinator: Joanne Fox
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The Chosen Season Two - Wednesday Women’s Group at 9:00am. Facilitator: Linda Reynolds.
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Sewing for Missions, Wednesday, April 5 at 6:30 pm. Coordinator: Sue Bell.
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After Dinner Table Talk, Wednesdays, 6:30pm, Room 5
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The Gospel of Matthew, Wednesdays, 6:30pm, West Parlor, Pastor Jake
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Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays, 1:00pm, Coordinator: Mike Flechtner, Parlor
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Visio Divina Lent Art Study, Thursday March 30 at 7:00pm, Zoom. Facilitator: Kathy Schmucker
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Book Discussion Group: Lessons in Chemistry, Thursdays, 7:00pm. Coordinators: Jan Baker and Deb Howard.
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Theology for Our Times, Fridays, 1:00pm, Coordinator: Tom Strauch, Zoom
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Resilient, Men's Life Study, Saturday, April 1, 8:00am Beyesly's Restaurant, Jim Skinner
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Common Ground - Mom's Group, 9:45-10:25am, Sundays, Coordinators: Rebekah Heskett and Bethany Sedziol, Nursery
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The End of Me: Where Real-Life in the Upside-Down Ways of Jesus Begins– Sundays at 9:45am, Conference Room and Zoom. Facilitator: Bob Snyder
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Through the Year with John Wesley - Text group with Pastor Steve & Pastor Jake
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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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Library Lent Resources for All Ages
Look for the red cart in the adult section.
If you want to participate in the March 30 Book Discussion Group: "Lessons in Chemistry", a copy of the book is available.
Children’s resources are featured as well.
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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.
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.
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This week’s Bible story is "The Last Supper"
Scripture: Mark 14:12-26
Our Lent Wonder Wall Question is:
“What do you do when you have big feelings?"
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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! Elementary age kids will be exploring the meaning and significance of The Lord’s Prayer through story and art.
Mark your calendars for March 29 for a special story time with Pastor Steve!
Little Wonders, up to age 5, learn about God in a loving, caring environment.
Contacts: Kathy Schmucker, Kristin Krach, Bethany Sedziol, Rebekah Heskett.
Sing-along choir for preschool and elementary students occurs Wednesdays at 5:00pm. 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.
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Look for the camp display in the Gathering Area this Sunday, March 26 after each worship service.
Pick up a brochure and scholarship application!
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. The next registration deadline is April 15 to receive a limited-edition camp shirt.
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 8:30am and 10:30am
Pre-register by June 9 and receive a Hero Hotline VBS Music CD (one per family)
Click here to register
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Camp Read-A-Lot for students entering grades K through 3
Wednesday evenings in July.
There are opportunities to participate and serve
in each of these ministries.
Contact Kathy Schmucker or Sandy Vaughn.
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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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TODAY Saturday March 25
9:00 am-12:00 noon
Outreach at Canton Fresh Market
We have another youth outreach opportunity!
We will meet at Canton Fresh Market, 3412 Harmont Avenue NE at 9:00 am. Dress to get dirty because we'll be working on planting in the greenhouse and building shelves. Work gloves would help, too. We're scheduled 9:00 am to 12 noon, but you can choose to come and go at any time during those hours.
Transportation will NOT be provided.
Please contact Matt for permission slips or with any questions.
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We will be hosting a Mental Wellness Group for youth ages 14 through 17 TOMORROW
Sunday, March 26 at 2:00 pm
in the youth room.
This will be a free monthly support group covering topics such as mental health, personal growth, and self-esteem. Open to those both inside and outside of the church, presented by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Stark County. Snacks will be provided. We encourage you to sign up by contacting either Matt Kluchar or Faith James (from NAMI) at fjames@namistarkcounty.org. Visit the NAMI website here.
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Youth Mission Fund
Order gift cards year-round. Part of each order benefits the Youth Mission Fund. Check out available cards and contact Matt Kluchar.
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We're officially launching Faith United's
Young Adult Ministry TOMORROW
Sunday, March 26th!
We will meet at 6:00 pm at Milk and Honey Ice Cream and Restaurant, 3400 Cleveland Ave NW. We'll just be hanging out and discussing where we would like the ministry to go. There is no set age range. Dessert will be paid for. If you feel like you're a young adult, you're welcome to join us!
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Faith and Environment
Warp Speed Needed to Save Our Earth
Our world is in a race to stop catastrophic warming.
The climate time-bomb is ticking, but today’s IPCC report is a how-to guide to defuse the climate time-bomb. Beyond 1.5 degrees Celsius, the impacts of catastrophic heat waves, flooding, drought, crop failures, and species extinction become much harder for humanity to handle. We can prevent the worst, if our countries immediately implement the Acceleration Agenda’s actions to slash greenhouse gasses in half by 2030 and achieve global net zero by 2050.
One small example: The Sierra Nevada's “Zombie Forests”.
The Sierra Nevada Forest climate is changing too fast for the trees to keep up. The mountain ranges of sequoia, ponderosa pine, and Douglas fir face hotter, drier conditions, driven by climate change. Once hospitable to conifers, their environment is now a mismatch for the cone-bearing trees and their mountain range continues to get hotter and drier. So now, 20% of Sierra Nevada conifers are a mismatch with their climate. Researchers dubbed these dead trees "zombie forests", and land managers struggle to find a plan to resist these impending changes.
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The Takeaway – Do all you can to reduce your carbon footprint.
For more information click on the following links:
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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Click here to open the library online system or
Download the Librista app on your Apple® and Android™ device to connect.
The Upper Room Devotional and the Daily Bread are available for pick up in the church Gathering Area on the Information Display Board.
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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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