CROP to Step Off Against Hunger (10/16/22)
The 2022 CROP Walk will be held on Sunday October 16. In 2021 we rebounded from the 2020 COVID limitations and held a walk, and the 2022 Walk will be back to “normal.”
Read MorePitman Churches to “Bless Backpacks” (8/29/22)
As the new school year begins, the churches of Pitman will gather on the lawn of the First Baptist Church to pray for the upcoming school year.
Read MoreMissouri Dogs Go Into Pawstoral Care! (5/25/22)
A Missouri couple is working “outside the box” by using dogs in their visitation ministry. Ranger and Olin, two Newfoundland dogs, break the ice and warm the atmosphere. This story was recently reported in the United Methodist News Service.
Read MoreHot Dog- No Strings Attached! (7/18/22)
“Nothing in life is free”… or is there? A church in Georgia is giving away hot dogs to passers-by in order to demonstrate that God’s love has no strings attached.
Read MoreMethodists Help Washed Up Laundromat Customers (7/26/22)
A recent article described a ministry of a United Methodist church in Georgia which is ministering to people in a local laundromat. The ministry team visits the laundromat to supply patrons with coins and detergent, and in the process gives them a taste of God’s love.
Read MorePUMC to Host Red Cross Blood Drive (7/14/22)
Once again, the PUMC community will have a chance to donate much needed blood during the American Red Cross’ summer blood drive. It will be held on Thursday July 14 in our Fellowship Hall. Open this post for more info and on how to register.
Read MorePreschool Celebrates a Year in the Son (6/2/22)
The pandemic changed the way we do things, but the love and learning at Our Father’s House hasn’t changed at all. On June 2 our Preschool held it’s annual pre-K graduation. It was held in the parking lot, but the sunny morning and cheerful kids made for a wonderful celebration.
Read MoreMonumental Vacation Bible School Celebrates God’s Greatness! (6/27/22)
God’s Love and Power are “Monumental!” In this year’s Vacation Bible School we plan to take our eyes off of the computer screen and instead to look up and see how big God is. VBS will be held between June 27 through July 1. Open this post for details and registration info.
Read MoreEaster Egg Hunt Reveals God’s Love! (4/16/22)
Over 300 of our neighbors attended this year’s Easter Egg Hunt as we resumed our “normal” in person gathering. As we watched our kids search for colored eggs and treasures hidden within, we were reminded that God is inviting us to search for a deeper relationship with Him and for the treasure of a life that’s filled with purpose, assurance and eternal joy.
Read MoreRed Cross to Hold Blood Drive at PUMC (5/2/22)
The PUMC community will have a chance to donate much needed blood during the American Red Cross’ blood drive. It will be held on Monday May 2, 2022 in our Fellowship Hall. Open this post for more info and on how to register.
Read MorePUMC to Host Red Cross Blood Drive (1/7/22)
The American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive in our Fellowship Hall on Friday January 7, between 1-6PM. Because of the pandemic, the current supply of blood is dangerously low. If you can donate, open this article for more information about eligibility and schedule an appointment.
Read MoreStar Tree Bridges and Brightens (12/12/21)
More than a tradition, the PUMC Star Tree bridges needy families with those who can help purchase Christmas gifts. To participate, register your child. To help, take a star and purchase a gift (by 12/12/21).
Read MorePUMC to Provide Thanksgiving for HollyDELL School (11/21/21)
In conjunction with the Boy Scouts, PUMC is providing Thanksgiving dinners to the families of the HollyDELL School (which helps children and young adults who have mental and developmental challenges).
Read MoreHooks ‘n Needles Returns to the Building (6/5/21)
When the pandemic hit, we had to close our building. During the worst of the pandemic, the Hooks ‘n Needles group kept knitting items for those in need. But now they have returned to the building and are continuing their ministry full throttle!
Read MorePUMC & Hobos to Celebrate Pitman’s Heritage (8/7/21)
The Pitman Hobo Band and the Pitman Grove Camp Meeting are both celebrating anniversaries this year. A historical exhibit will be held during the day on August 6, and a special concert will follow in the evening. The PUMC choir will join the Hobo band in this concert
Read MorePUMC to Host Red Cross Blood Drive (8/6/21)
There is currently a severe blood shortage, and the American Red Cross is busy conducting blood donation drives. One of those donation clinics is coming to PUMC! The Red Cross will hold a donation clinic in our Fellowship Hall on Friday 8/6/21. Appointments are necessary.
Read MoreVirtual Vacation Bible School Discovers Real Treasure! (6/28/21)
You’re Treasure! No, that’s not poor grammar… YOU are the treasure! Our 2021 Vacation Bible School showed us that God knows us, hears us, comforts us, forgives us, and chooses us. God Treasures Us!
Read MoreShopRite Gift Cards Help Break the Cycle of Poverty!
ShopRite sells gift cards to our Women’s group at a discount, and the Women are selling the cards at our church. When you buy the cards through the church, part of the proceeds goes directly to the missions supported by our United Methodist Women (such as the Camden Neighborhood Center).
Read MoreDrive-Thru Hunts for Easter Eggs! (4/3/21)
Yes- despite the pandemic, we ARE having an Easter Egg Hunt this year! Open this post to see how we’re conducting our “drive-thru Easter Egg Hunt,” and dig deeper to see what we’re really searching for during this Easter.
Read MoreDaffodils Sold Out on Fighting Cancer! (3/21/21)
Despite the pandemic, we held our annual Mini-Daffodil sale to raise funds to fight Cancer. And- we sold out of them! God can use these little yellow flowers (and even us) to make a difference in the world.
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