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Week of May 20th, 2012
Hello Friends,
I hope that all of you have had an opportunity to spend some time outside during this amazing weather. I encounter God so closely in the midst of nature. This week there was an amazing display of nature with the eclipse of the sun. I watched it with a friend and we both commented on how God seemed to be saying hello.
Last week we had our historic vote and I am happy to report that the merger has passed! It is exciting to see where God will take us. This week we continue our series on "Living It Up." Sunday we celebrate Pentecost - the time when the church received the power of the Holy Spirit - talk about a reason for joy! We will look at the story of the woman who responded to Christ with thankfulness and an extravagant gesture, Luke 7:36-50. Joy often results in the outpouring of thankfulness.
Blessings this week,
~ Pastor Sarah
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Church Conference
Friday, June 1st at 6:00 p.m.
Potluck & Conference
Mission Viejo Campus
On May 20th both Santa Margarita UMC and Shepherd of the Hills UMC approved the Resolution of Merger. The Cooperative Parish now begins the work of phasing out the Cooperative Parish and implementing the new systems and structures of the new multi-site local church. On Friday, June 1st, a joint Church Conference will be held to elect the new leadership structure and seat those in elected leadership.
The evening will begin with a potluck dinner followed by our Church Conference to elect our new leadership across both sites. The entire gathering should last about 90 minutes. Please make an effort to attend this important gathering. All members of Santa Margarita UMC and Shepherd of the Hills UMC have voice and vote at this Conference. |
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 Summer Music Camp Register TODAY for "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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Housing Needed
Georgia Youth Choir visiting June 3rd
On Sunday, June 3rd we have a unique opportunity to hear the Georgia Youth Choir. Approximately seventy 7th - 12th grade students from First United Methodist of Newman, Georgia, will be at our Mission Viejo campus to perform as they tour America. The performance will be in the evening and we are looking for families to host these students for that night. Each family would need to host between 2 and 4 students from Sunday evening, June 3rd until 8 am Monday, June 4th. Please contact the Mission Viejo church office at 949-837-2941 to sign up for this opportunity!
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 Want to help send a camper to Lazy W this summer?
Stop by the Children's Ministry table in the lobby after worship this Sunday to "adopt" an elementary school camper by supporting them financially for a half day or a full day of great camp fun! This fundraiser will take place for the next two weeks. Contact Laura Schwarcz if you would like more details.
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 Blood Drive
Friday, June 8th, 1-7 pm at Santa Margarita in the sanctuary. 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. |
 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
This past Tuesday night was our 1st and future annual Art Fair. The Art Fair is one of our favorite preschool events. Our play yard becomes a spectacular sea of color and imagination! Each child had several masterpieces displayed on our play yard for all to admire. We sold ice cream (the proceeds go towards our family assistance program) and everyone enjoyed this refreshing snack while admiring all of the beautiful artwork. It was a fun night for all of our preschool families.
Praising Him who designed all our beautiful colors,
Becci Lukes & Cindie Reilly
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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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