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Connections
Thursday, April 20, 2023
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Pastor Cam's Weekend Preview
Why is Pastor Cam on the roof? Find out and get the rundown of a very exciting Sunday in the life of our church! We celebrate Earth Day, the return of Mission Moments, the launch of our new Capital Campaign, and the reveal of this year's VBS theme! Join us after service for an activities fair to learn how to get more involved.
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Reminder: We have resumed in-person worship and continue to live-stream the service on our website and YouTube channel.
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Looking Ahead- New Sermon Series
"We're on a mission from God." I mean, shouldn't every church be able to say that? During this three week series, we will take a look at our mission path, "Connect, Grow, Serve." We will seek to understand the flow and vocation of church and see where that connects with scripture precedents. This week, we begin with the essence of our faith community: Connection.
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Mission Moment - Sunday 4/23 During Worship
5 Billion people worldwide have no access to safe, affordable surgical and anesthesia care. The Global Surgery & Disparities Program is on a mission to help underserved populations. Today, we will learn about this new mission that UMCRB has chosen to support.
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Report to Hero Hotline Headquarters for our SUPER VBS - Volunteer With Us!
This year's VBS is running August 7 through August 11 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Adult and teen volunteer heroes needed for Kid's Leaders, Snacks, Crafts, Registration, Decorating, Clean Up and more. Sign up to volunteer on the church website or see Bonnie Deroski for more details.
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A Note from the Green Team - Earth Sunday 4/23!
Earth Sunday is April 23, 2023. We will be celebrating our GrerenFaith Certification at church with solar project tours, the history of our journey and much more! Bring your ideas to support our pledge for a greener Planet Earth!
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We are excited to present the "Building Our Vision" Capital Campaign as we look to further our church's commitment to operating in an environmentally responsible way and our mission to welcome all people with God's radical hospitality. You've likely heard the overview of the projects that the campaign entails, and now you are invited to visit the information table during Fellowship Time to learn more details! While there, you are encouraged to sign up for a "cottage meeting" which will be an opportunity for fellowship with church friends while learning even more about the campaign. You can register for one of these meetings with Amanda in the church office or you may select a time slot at the registration table in Fellowship Hall. We hope that you will join us on this exciting journey! |
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UWF Craft Group-4/25
Craft Group will meet on Tuesday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Library Lounge area. Please come for all or whatever part you can attend. We will be working on Mother's Day cards, Graduation cards, and other Spring/Summer designs. We will check our supply of rubber stamps and try some "oldies but goodies" too.
If you like to knit or crochet or do another craft, bring your handiwork to Craft Group meetings and join us for fellowship as we craft together. Contact Peggy Wien if you have any questions.
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UWF Book Club Meeting-4/27
Book Club had an enjoyable time with Cindy Roos Young and husband (Rev. Greg Young) last Saturday. Cindy discussed her novel entitled "The Mothers' Arms Recipe Service: Culinary Stories of Comfort and Joy." Thank you to Helen Vetter for inviting Cindy to spend this time with us and to Peggy Wien for coordinating lovely refreshments. Next Thursday, April 27, Book Club will meet at 1 p.m. in the Lounge to talk more about Cindy's book. We are also invited to bring any old cookbooks or recipes to share with each other, and to think of any recipes we wish we had but haven't been able to find.
Everyone is welcome to come to Book Club meetings. Our book for our May 25 meeting is "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus. Contact Helen Vetter for more information.
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Scholarship Applications Now Available-
Completed Applications Due May 10*
Editable online Scholastic Assistance applications for the 2023—24 school year are available for undergraduate college/university scholarships. To be eligible for a scholarship you must have a meaningful affiliation with our church and be in need of financial assistance. If you wish to apply, are eligible, and have not received an application by email, you may request one by emailing Barbara Guenther, bjguenther@verizon.net. Please email or call with any questions. (732) 203-1970)
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Red Bank Theater for Young Audiences was started with a grant from the MORE Fund. We want to continue to offer theater to local families on a pay-what-you-can basis, and we'd LOVE to put on Charlie Brown Christmas next year, but the licence for that show is costly.
We are hosting a Tea Party with Alice & Friends on May 13th at 3pm. This is Mother's Day weekend and a sweet way to celebrate with your kids (or kids at heart). We’ll have mini pinwheel sandwiches, mini doughnuts and iced tea and lemonade. At the Tea Party families will meet Alice & her Wonderland friends and have the opportunity to take photos with them. Each child will receive a special treat box to take home with them.
Adults $20/Children $10. Pre-registration required on the church website.
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Adult Education Class -
Sundays (in person) &
Wednesdays(online)
Often we find that in other religious traditions, one finds similar themes and a fresh perspective that can bring us to a deeper understanding of our own faith. Richard Rohr and James Finley investigate the Four Noble Truths, the distilled essence of Buddhist teaching. In these talks, each is introduced and explored, with emphasis given to the presence of these truths at the heart of Jesus' call to awaken to God's presence in every detail of our lives. All are welcome to join us in this DVD series.
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Backpack Crew Pantry
Donations Welcome
The Backpack Crew has continued to serve the increasing number of people who are impacted by food insecurity in the midst of this health crisis. Food donations are greatly appreciated on the back porch of the church, Monday though Friday from 9 am to 3 pm.
The current donation request is PASTA.
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Pastoral Care
If someone is hospitalized or in need of pastoral care,
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