October’s Movie & Pizza Night Ready to Roll! (10/21/17)
October 21, is our monthly “Free Movie & Pizza Night”! On the third Saturday of each month we’re inviting the community to come out and to help us eat some pizza! Drop on by, grab some free pizza, enjoy a film with your neighbors. This month we’re showing the movie Toy Story (The original one!). Pizza will be served at 6:30 PM. The movie will be held inside… in the Fellowship Hall. Here are some of the movies that are tentatively scheduled:...
Read MoreHaving a BLAST in September 2017
BLAST (Big Loud Awesome Spiritual Time) recently emailed out their September schedule. Here’s how we’re getting the Fall season going: September 1-2 (Friday-Saturday) We’re kicking off this year at a BACK 2 SCHOOL RALLY! Along with the youth of Pitman Nazarene, we will travel to a lock-in hosted at the waterpark, Aquatopia! After we dive into the Word, we’ll dive into 13 waterslides, 8 pools, a lazy river, and splash zone! Please meet at 5:30 pm at PUMC on...
Read MorePUMC is Throwing a Movie/Pizza Party on our Front Lawn! (9/16/17)
Oh, those lazy crazy days of summer!!! And, part of Summer is getting outside with friends and enjoying some food. So, once a month (on the third Saturday) we’re planning on setting up a screen in front of our church (on Broadway) and showing a movie. The movie is FREE! And, we’ll be serving up some FREE pizza too! The movie will start at dusk (The actual time might change as the summer goes on and the days get shorter). Our Next Pizza and Movie Night is: Saturday...
Read MoreBLAST Announces Summer 2017 Schedule
Our Youth Group (Big Loud Awesome Spiritual Time) normally meets on Sunday and Tuesday nights. But- this is the summer! Things aren’t “normal” during the summer. But, BLAST isn’t going “off the air” during the summer. Here are some of the activities we’re planning: Sunday July 9, 2017 (9:30 AM) Campers attending Malaga Camp will be joining Pitman United Methodist Communities on this Sunday for a prayer service that will bless the campers...
Read MoreEncore Call for Photo Directory Pictures (6/22/17)
ENCORE! One more day of photography is available for those that weren’t able to attend or may have just decided to not miss the chance to be a part of the PUMC Photo Directory. (You do not need to be a member of the church). Whatever the reason, NOW is the time. Our final day of photography at the church will be Thursday, June 22 from 2 PM to 9 PM (APPOINTMENT REQUIRED) in the Gathering room (2nd floor). To schedule your appointment, click this button: Photo Directory Limited...
Read MoreMen Retreat to Strengthen their Mission (3/17/17)
The Mens Fellowship group followed a tradition this year; we went on a retreat to Black Rock. This was our 16th annual retreat. Routine? Not really! Every time you open yourself up for an encounter with God, something different is likely to happen. The topic of this year’s retreat was “Being a Man with a Mission”, and we explored how our “mission” plays out in our personal, family and church lives. Retreats aren’t just “book learning” or...
Read MoreDinner and Concert to Benefit La Palmilla Mission (2/11/17)
February 11 isn’t quite Valentine’s Day, but it’s a great opportunity for having a night out at something resembling a “dinner theater.” The “dinner” will be a covered dish dinner, and the “theater” will be a concert by our own Lee Whitaker (with some help from our Praise Team). Here are the details: Date: Saturday February 11 Time: 5:00 PM dinner, 6:30 PM concert Place: NOT...
Read MoreSouper Bowl is Heating Up for the Super Bowl! (2/5/17)
The play-offs are here, and the Super Bowl is right around the corner. The Mary Circle is having its annual Soup Sale. We are offering chicken noodle and vegetable beef for $8 a quart. You can drop off your order with money to the church office or to any member of the Mary Circle either during the week or after Sunday worship services in January. Make checks payable to PITMAN UMW. You can pick up your container(s) of piping hot soup after either service on February 5. Souper Bowl Soup...
Read MoreBLAST Getting Ready to Advance! (1/13/17)
Our Youth Group (BLAST) is ready to take off into their Midwinter Advance. What’s the Midwinter Advance? First of all, it is probably more commonly known as a “retreat,” but we always want to look forward so we’ve latched on to the now cliche term “Advance” instead of “Retreat.” The Advance will be held at America’s Keswick in Whiting, NJ during the weekend of January 13-15. In preparation for this weekend, our youth have been raising...
Read MoreGloucester County Choir to Give Holiday Cheer (12/6/16)
The Rowan College at Gloucester County choir will present their annual Holiday Cheer concert in our sanctuary. Here are the details to circle on your calendar: Date: Tuesday December 6 Time: 7:30 PM “Cost”: A donation of $5.00 is “welcome” And, you can make it a full evening out by attending our regular Tuesday night dinner (which starts at 6:00 PM). Registration for the dinner is needed (see the sign up form in the Narthex). ...
Read MoreOpen Wide for Trunk or Treat (10/29/16)
Yes, Halloween can be a time to praise our Creator. Maybe not by getting carried away with the traditional festivities, but by sharing in God’s love, in the fellowship of friends and family, and in the bounty of His harvest and provision. We’re hosting our annual “Trunk or Treat” in our parking lot on Saturday October 29, from 6:30 to 8:30PM Rain or shine! This event invites volunteers to decorate the trunks of their cars in a clean, age appropriate theme. The cars...
Read MorePUMC Raising Fun(ds) at the Glassboro Friendlys! (Thursday 10/20/15)
PUMC has developed a tradition of eating at Friendlys to help raise funds for our missions. Helping feed others by eating out?!? Yep! The restaurant donates a portion of everyone’s bill to our church (if you present a voucher when ordering). And PUMC people love to eat! Starting with our first “Fun Raiser” back in June of 2015, we have taken advantage of Friendly’s “Fun Raiser” program by packing the Glassboro Friendlys on the Third Thursday of each...
Read MorePainting with a Purpose! (9/24/16)
The Pitman United Methodist Women are sponsoring an evening of painting, creativity, fun, and laughter on Saturday, September 24 at 6 PM. In addition to the artistic endeavors and paint-stained fingernails, this event will raise funds to help UMW Missions. And- since we’re Methodist- food is always part of the event! Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Tickets are needed- proceeds will pay for the art supplies and they’ll raise a bit extra to help boost our...
Read MoreYouth Set to “Lighten Up” in September (Sept. 2016)
Youth Director Kate Dilks recently announced the September 2016 Schedule for BLAST (our Youth Group). The focus this month (and beyond!) will be John 8:12… When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” NIV Our goal at BLAST this year is to be a light to each other, to our church, and to our community, just as Jesus is our light and beacon of hope. Here are...
Read MoreUnited Methodist Communities Connect on Broadway
The United Methodist Communities at Pitman and the Pitman United Methodist Church have joined forces to provide Connections on Broadway. Connections on Broadway is a place for seniors to connect with each other. What is the United Methodist Communities??? The United Methodist Homes has been working towards its 2013-2017 Strategic Plan. The theme for their fiscal year 2015 report was Share the Magic of United Methodist Homes, and they continues to chart that journey. The plan envisions...
Read MoreYouth Explode into Summer!
Our Youth Group (BLAST (Big Loud Awesome Spiritual Time) announced several activities highlighting their summer schedule. Here’s a heads up of what’s happening in the next couple of months…
Read MorePurple Potty Makes the Rounds for Malaga Camp!
Summer is a great time, and all of us look forward to the change of pace and vacations. Our Youth Group (BLAST) is especially looking forward to some special times at the Malaga Camp this summer. The “problem” is that these camps are kind of expensive.
Not being one to sit around without flushing out the problem, BLAST is raising scholarship money by working as plumbers!
Elderberries to Let Their Hair Down! (10/19/16)
On Wednesday October 19, the Elderberries (our Seniors group) will travel to the Sight and Sound Theater (in Strasburgh, PA) to witness the production of “Samson.” Yes, that’s currently a long time off, but reservations are needed by June 15. A deposit of $50 will secure your spot. The total price will be $95; that includes a bus, the tickets, and a huge dinner afterwards at Hershey Farms. We have purchased 55 tickets… first come first served. Anyone interested...
Read MoreMen’s Fellowship to Gather around the Kingdom (5/14/16)
The Men’s Fellowship will gather on the morning of Saturday May 14. We’ll hold our usual gathering (this is NOT a “meeting”!) from 7:30 until 9:00 AM in the Potter’s Hand room. The Potter’s Hand Room is located behind the sanctuary on the balcony level. We’ll enjoy some coffee, goodies, and conversation. Then we’ll look into the Word. Our guest speaker will be Ben King. Ben is a high school history teacher by profession, but he is also...
Read MoreYouth Getting Ready for a BLAST in May! (May 2016)
Our Youth Group, Big Loud Awesome Spiritual Time has planned an awesome schedule of fellowship, fun, and service for the month of May. Here’s a taste of what’s happening… Sunday, May 1 We’ll visit our friends at the Elmer UMC and watch their Spring youth musical, Once Upon A Time Shop. We’ll meet at our church 6:00 PM and return around 8:45 PM. Friday-Saturday, May 6-7 This is the weekend of the 30 Hour Famine! It will kick off at our church on...
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