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Week of April 29th, 2012
Hello Friends,
This week we will finish our series "Church with No Walls." We will be looking at a story that may not be familiar to many of you. In Acts 28, Paul is shipwrecked on the Island of Malta and encounters strange circumstances. Sometimes we serve the greatest number of people and witness to God when we are thrown into some of the most unexpected situations. This is a perfect story of being prepared for the unexpected ways God will call us into service as we conclude our stewardship campaign, hoping to transform the world for Jesus Christ. Don't forget brunch follows worship and that it is one service at 10:30 a.m. See you Sunday.
~ Blessings, Pastor Sarah
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Consecration Sunday and Brunch
This Sunday, May 6th there will be one worship service at 10:30 am followed by brunch. Join us as we celebrate the conclusion of our stewardship campaign.
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 Final Cooperative Parish Checkpoint & Potluck Dinner This Sunday, May 6th at 5:30 pm, Mission Viejo Campus Bring ANY dish to share at this final checkpoint gathering. Reports will be brought from Children's Ministries, Family Ministries, Koinonia Team, Communications Team, as well as several items from the Cooperative Parish Leadership Team. Pastor Craig will share an important snapshot of our church's future vision. A presentation will be made about the merger process and a financial update will be given. |
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Church Conferences
Sunday, May 20th
Santa Margarita UMC Following 11:00 a.m. Worship - RSM Site
Shepherd of the Hills UMC at 7:00 p.m. - Mission Viejo Site
The Rev. Dr. Cedrick Bridgeforth will be presiding at both Church Conferences. Official votes will be taken for the merger of the two churches. Every member of each church has VOICE and VOTE at their respective gathering.
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 Summer Music Camp "The Old Testament Fast Forward"
Children and youth in grades 1-12 are invited to sing and act their way through the stories of the Old Testament. We're looking for Adam, Eve, Noah, Moses, and many more! Join us at the Santa Margarita campus this summer. Auditions will be on June 30th and morning rehearsals run from July 2nd through 13th. Please view the registration form here for more details or contact Kim Nason.
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 Pilgrimage with Pastors Craig and Sarah 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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Calling all Moms, Dads, Youth, Retirees...
Interested in receiving a few extra bucks this year? Love working with infants and preschool-aged children? Childcare is looking for a few responsible people to work several childcare events at the Mission Viejo site. Please contact Laura Schwarcz, Children's Ministry Director if you are interested.
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 Vacation Bible School
At Sky VBS, kids imagine what it would be like to bounce among the clouds, soar with eagles, and reach for the stars. The Bible comes to life in new and powerful ways as kids explore why nothing is impossible with God.
July 23rd - 27th from 8:45 am to noon at the Mission Viejo campus. Registration opens April 10th. Forms are in the church office or you can register and pay online. The cost is only $45 per child, additional siblings, $40. Contact Laura Schwarcz if you have any questions.
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 Shepherd of the Hills Preschool
" Blessed are those who hear the word of God and obey it."
~ Luke 11:28
The month of May is filled with activity! We will be honoring our very hard working mothers with a special presentation of song and gifts made with their children's loving hands and hearts. We are reminded that the love and kindness of our mothers reflect the unconditional love that God gives to all. We will also be honoring our teachers for all their hard work during teacher appreciation week.
Our children will spend this month learning about farm life and the animals God has created. We will talk about healthy foods and end the unit with a Country Fair.
At the end of the month, we will celebrate the creative work of our children, whose masterpieces will be displayed in the gallery of the preschool yard. Children will eagerly search the gallery, excited to find their own works of art amidst the works of their fellow artists. Refreshments of ice cream will be served, families and teachers will mingle, and photos will be taken with celebrity teachers and artists! It is always a joyous occasion to celebrate the creative talents of our remarkable children.
In HIS Service,
Becci Lukes & Cindie Reilly
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30605 Avenida de Las Flores
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
92688
949.589.1502
www.smumc.com
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