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Week of March 4th, 2012
Hello Friends,
This is the second week in Lent and as we move toward Easter, we continue to ask the questions, "How is God the God of the margins?" and "How can we be a people who are 'Righting in the Margins'?" This week I will be sharing with you the story of Elijah and the widow from 1st Kings 17:17-24. This story has a lot to say to us, Jesus even referenced this widow as a woman of inspiring faith. This Sunday is also our nursery shower and I can't wait to share in that celebration together!
~ Blessings, Pastor Sarah
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Blood Drive  April 6th, 1-7 pm
at Santa Margarita
Donate blood and save a life! To make an appointment, please go to the Red Cross website (sponsor code is 'smumc'). For more details, contact Mary Beth McGowan at 949-689-9667. |
SHIP: Self-Help Interfaith Program
A fantastic opportunity to help the recently jobless... SHIP Homeless Shelter dinners are being hosted by SMUMC/SOTH from March 24th - 31st. We will be responsible for providing dinners each night by 6:15 pm at the SHIP house in Garden Grove. It's a rewarding and family-safe, chaperoned environment, with full kitchen available. Please bring your cooking utensils, your love and support, and heart for conversation! The most important part of dinner is the talking between the guests and your family; having that connection and interaction. The food is important, but secondary. Signups are at the Message Center. For details please contact Mark Burke or call 949-525-8386. |
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 Lenten Study
This year instead of several small Lenten groups, we are going to engage in one all-church study. As a community, we will be studying the book, 24 Hours That Changed the World by Adam Hamilton. Pastor Sarah will help facilitate the hour-long discussion and video series on Wednesday nights at 7pm. It is not necessary to attend all of the sessions, join in whenever you can. Each week feel free to bring your dinner beforehand at 6:30 pm; a group of us will be eating our brown bag dinners together before study to avoid traffic, etc. The series leads us step by step through the last 24 hours of Jesus' life. Come and join this transformational time of devotion and study during Lent.
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Koinoniathe Greek word for communityThe leadership of the Cooperative Parish wants to know what you think about reaching those who are not already worshiping with us! As part of the blended ministry process, the Koinonia Team is conducting a survey at both campuses to gather information and ideas about reaching the un-churched in the Saddleback Valley. The Koinonia Team coordinates evangelism to our neighbors, as well as welcoming systems for visitors and new attendees. Please provide your feedback by using the survey found here. There are only 9 questions and completing the survey should take less than 10 minutes. All responses are confidential, and your input would be much appreciated.
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 Shepherd of the Hills Preschool
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
~ Philippians 4:13
Last week the preschool children celebrated Dr. Seuss' birthday. They had a very fun visit from the Cat in the Hat who was looking here, looking there, looking in a boat, looking under a goat - hey, she was looking everywhere for Thing 1 & Thing 2 (silly Things were under her hat)! In honor of all things Seussical - the kids wore crazy 'sox' (Fox in Sox) and for snack, ate 1 Fish, 2 Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish (pretzel "fishing poles" - cream cheese "bait" - rainbow gold fish crackers). Don't you wish you could be in preschool, too?
Blessings,
Becci Lukes, Director
Cindie Reilly, Director SM Campus
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 Nursery Remodel
A Nursery Shower for Santa Margarita UMC - Join us on this Sunday, March 11th at 12 pm for cake in our Nursery. You may purchase a gift by visiting our wish list registry. All are welcome to come see the plans for the new Nursery. Contact Laura Schwarcz with any questions.
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 WindSync Performance Sunday, March 18th at 7:30 pm at the Mission Viejo campus
This wind quintet plays show tunes and classical and contemporary music. Tickets are $15 each or $30 per family and will be sold in the lobby following worship services. Check out their website for more information about this exciting ensemble.
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Family Chapel Night
Friday, March 30th from 6 to 8:30 pmHave "chapel time" with your kids from 6 - 6:30 pm. During this half hour, we will sing, dance, and make a joyful noise to the Lord! At 6:30 pm, you are invited to go out with your spouse or significant other for a date night while the kids stay on campus. Please return by 8:30 p.m. That's it. There is no cost or commitment. It is just our way of saying "thank you" for being part of our church family. Please RSVP to Cindie Reilly.
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Church by the Numbers
 February, 2012
February Attendance Average Adult Worship Attendance: 122 Average Children/Sunday School: 20 Finances Pledged July '11 to February '12 - $116,984 Received July '11 to February '12 - $116,871 Difference - -$113 Total Income July '11 to February '12 - $175,727 Total Expenses July '11 to February '12 - $201,633 Difference - -$25,906 For more information, please contact John Lockwood, Chair of Finance, at lockwood.13@sbcglobal.net or Pastor Craig Brown at revcraig@sothumc.org. |
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 New Pilgrimage Announced by Pastor Craig Turkey, Greece & Rome in September 2012 A Pilgrimage with the Apostles John and Paul Join Pastor Craig & Pastor Sarah for a journey in the footsteps of the Apostles John and Paul. Beginning in Turkey, our group tour will visit Ephesus, Pergamum, along with the other seven churches to whom the Book of Revelation was addressed. Departing Turkey, we take a three day, two night cruise of the Greek Isles, with stops at Patmos (where John received the Revelation) and Santorini. Landing in Athens, Greece, we are bound for tours in Athens, Corinth, Macedonia, Berea, and other locations visited by Paul. Finally, we travel to Rome for two days of tours including the Roman Forum, Coliseum, St. Peter's Basilica, and some free time to see Rome. If you would like more information, please contact Pastor Craig or call the Mission Viejo office at 949-837-2941. Also, you may visit the pilgrimage website. |
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Find Us
30605 Avenida de Las Flores
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
92688
949.589.1502
www.smumc.com
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