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Live, Love, & Serve Like Jesus
April 19, 2024
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Sunday School Hour
Sundays from 10:00-11:00 am
We have Sunday School classes available our youth and adults during the 10:00 am hour. Preschool and Elementary Sunday School takes place during the worship hour following the children's message.
Join us for donuts, kolaches, and coffee in the parlor before Sunday School starts!
Childcare for Infants-PreK: check-in will be in Rooms 119 and 120.
Childcare for K-5th grade: check in will be in the John and Polly Collier High Court.
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West U Methodist & CCSC Food Drive
THIS Sunday, April 21 at 11:00 am and
Monday, April 22 from 9:00 am-12:00 pm
We are partnering with the Christian Community Service Center to provide food for those in need. Please consider bringing non-perishable food donations to church with you this Sunday, April 21st. Alternately, donations can be dropped off on Monday, April 22nd, at the tent in front of the church from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
A list of most needed items can be found here.
If you would like to volunteer for the Food Drive, you may register by clicking here.
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Church Directory: In Development
We are putting together a hard-copy directory of church members to help us all stay connected.
If you have moved, changed your phone number, or changed your email in the last several years please let us know! We want to make sure we have the correct contact information for you. Additionally, if you do not want to be included in the church directory, please let us know.
You can email updated information to Vinoa Wilson by clicking here.
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Stewardship Update
Your stewardship dollars are at work in our ministries! Did you know that our Kids Ministry Classroom is getting a makeover?
We are in the process of making the classroom a fun, bright, and exciting home base for Sunday School! We plan to move the Sunday School class into their new classroom in the first week of May.
If you’d like to help support ministries like this and haven’t yet made a pledge, pledge cards may be found in the pews and in the narthex. You may place your completed card in the offering plate. Additionally, you can fill out a pledge card digitally on our website. You can also call Desiree Delsabour at 713-664-8111 ext. 133 Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
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Did you know...
Did You Know...That we are 1 of 39 Christian congregations that partners with CCSC, (Christian Community Service Center,) to serve the poor, hungry, disabled and otherwise needy in our community? CCSC’s outstanding workforce development programs, youth services programs, and food and clothing pantries are enabled by a large volunteer base, many coming from our own congregation.
Short-term and long-term volunteer opportunities are available on-site. You can also support our food drives for CCSC by bringing non-perishables and/or taking a shift to receive donations. Our next food drive is this Sunday, April 21, (donations may be taken to the cart in front of the church,) and Monday, April 22 in front of the church from 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Learn more about CCSC by clicking here.
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Confirmation Sunday
Sunday, April 28th at 11:00 am
Join us as we celebrate our newest class of confirmands. Our confirmation class has been diligently learning about our church and the fundamentals of our faith over the last several weeks. Plan to attend and welcome them into congregational life as they publicly profess their faith in Christ and join our church.
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School of Fine Arts Recitals
Adult Recital: Sunday, May 5 at 2:00 pm and
Spring Recital: Sunday, May 19
at 2:00& 4:00 pm
Our School of Fine Arts Spring Recitals are coming up! Mark your calendars for May 5 and May 19. On May 5 our Adult Guitar, Piano, String, and Voice students will be presenting their works at 2:00. On May 19 our Guitar, Piano, String, and Voice students will be presenting their works at 2:00 and 4:00 pm. We would love for you and your family to come see the all the great things our students have been learning!
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Senior Sunday
Sunday, May 19, 11:00 am
On May 19th we will be recognizing our graduating high school seniors during Worship! If you have a graduating senior in your family, please contact Vinoa Wilson, Church Administrative Assistant, in the Church Office.
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Friday Fun Night
Next Friday, April 26, from 7:00-9:00 pm
Join the Children’s Ministry in the High Court on Friday, April 26th, for a night of games, crafts, and fun! Friday Fun Night runs from 7:00-9:00 pm and a light snack will be provided.
Register your child by clicking here.
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Elementary Summer Camp
Registration now open!
If you have a student wanting to participate in one of our fun-filled camp sessions, make sure to register them ASAP. Spots are filling up quickly. Summer camp is open to children who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade.
There are 6 sessions for camp:
Session 1: June 10-14
Session 2: June 17-21
Session 3: June 24-28
NO CAMP WEEK OF JULY 4
Session 4: July 8-12
Session 5: July 15-19
Session 6: July 22-26
Camp is divided by age group, so make sure you register your child for the proper group! You can register your child by clicking here.
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Children's Sunday School
Sundays after the Children's Message in the Choir Room
Last Sunday in Children's Sunday School we talked about the importance of Patience and how when we are patient we make wiser choices. This week will be continuing our new series called "Cookout: It's worth the wait!"
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TeamKID
Mondays from 3:00-5:00 pm in the Drummet
We had a blast in TeamKID this week! We continued learning about patience and talked about the story of Esau and Jacob. We are looking forward to another fun week of TeamKID this week!
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Crossover
Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30 pm in the
High Court
We loved having our Crossover kids back with us last week! This week we are talking about how we respond to certain situations. We are learning about how to respond in a positive way, rather than just react in a situation, and when we need to think twice before we say something.
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Save the Date! VBS 2024
July 29th-August 2nd
Mark your calendars! VBS will take place from July 29th-August 2nd. Our theme for this year is Start the Party, and it is going to be the best week of the Summer!!
Volunteers needed
Terra is looking for volunteers interested in helping out with VBS this year. We need help with hospitality, leading our groups of children, and leading our various rotations. If you are interested in volunteering for VBS, email Terra by clicking here.
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Make an Impact on the Lives of Our Youth: Volunteers Needed
Exciting things are going on with our Youth Ministry and you can be a part of the fun! Please consider helping with youth group on Wednesday nights or on Sunday mornings! The lesson will be prepared for you in advance. Come and share your faith and have some fun with our fabulous group of students!
Any questions? Please contact Paige Dominey at thedomineys@gmail.com or 713-725-2225.
Sign up to volunteer by clicking here!
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Youth Group Summer Trip: Registration is open now!
June 16th-21st
Registration is open now for our fabulous Youth Group Summer Trip! A week of worship and fun is planned when our youth group will travel to Florida to attend BigStuf!
BigStuf registration includes transportation and room and board.
Dates: 6/16-6/21
Check out the BigStuf camp promotional video by clicking here!
Register your child for the BigStuf trip by clicking here.
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Youth Ministries Bible Study
Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm
in the Youth Room
All 6th-12th graders are invited to join us on Wednesday nights in the Youth Room as we gather for Bible study and fellowship.
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Youth Ministries Sunday School
Sundays at 10:00 am in the Youth Room
All 6th-12th graders are invited to join us in the Youth Room on Sunday mornings for Sunday School. We'll play fun games, hear a Bible-based lesson, and build community!
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Support our Ministries
We invite you to help our church make a significant impact through our missions and ministry work. Thank you for supporting our church by giving.
Church Giving
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West University United Methodist Church
exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ by loving, serving, and connecting with our neighbors.
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