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Week of Aug. 14, 2011
Hello Friends,
This week we are continuing to read through Romans 12 as we look at becoming a New Creation. Romans 12:9-18 is often labeled as "the Marks of being a True Christian" section - which is a pretty intimidating title. This scripture seems to indicate that someone who is living out their call of being a new creation in Christ will look and act a certain way. The rebellious side of us may not like this idea of conforming, but this week we will work through how God can use our rebellious nature to transform the culture around us... so come this week and see what God has as a message for each of us and for all of us as a community of faith.
Blessings, see you Sunday!
~ Pastor Sarah
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SMUMC Open House!
You're invited to our Open House to welcome Pastor Sarah on Sunday, September 18th from 5-7 pm. Bring your own meat to grill and a side dish to share. Signups are available at the Message Center. Join us for a fun evening for the whole family!
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Youth Kickoff
September 18th from 5-7 pm. Youth will first share a meal with Pastor Sarah and the congregation! Following Youth, there will be a parent meeting at 7 pm to learn about upcoming programs and missions!
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Want to Know More About the Cooperative Parish? Check Out the Newsletter!
The development of blended practices and ministry programs are a key part of the Cooperative Parish transition, in anticipation of our unification as one church. The plans for each ministry area will be presented to the entire congregation during the Congregational Checkpoint meetings, which are planned for November, February, and April. Read about this and more in our August newsletter.
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Hope for Haiti Meal Packing Event
 September 23rd - 25th at Saddleback College. This is a "hands-on" mission field experience sponsored by Kids Around the World. More information can be found at www.hopeforhaitiproject.com. If you have any questions, please contact Paul Gates at paulg@kidsaroundtheworld.com or (949) 338-8035.
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SMUMC Blood Drive  August 26th, 1-7 pm
Donate blood and save a life! To make an appointment, please go to www.redcross.org and use sponsor code: smumc. For more details, contact Mary Beth McGowan at 949-689-9667. Look for the insert in this Sunday's Weekly. If that date doesn't work, an alternative is Aug. 25th at SOTH. |
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Prayer Opportunity /
Praying for Others
If you would like to become part of our Cooperative Parish Prayer Chain or if you have a need for prayer, please email Carolyn Bohmholdt. Prayer, as we know, is simply communication with God through written or spoken words, thoughts, meditation or song. It is a very powerful tool. The power of prayer should not be underestimated. James 5:16-18 declares, "...The power of a righteous man is powerful and effective." All requests received through "In Touch" cards or office communications are distributed to the prayer chain for continued prayer during the week. |
