Mitten Tree Lights up a Cold Night! (1/1/20)
We’re collecting new knitted items which can be donated to the Camden Neighborhood Center (in early January). If you have some mittens, a scarf, hat, or other knitted item that you’d like to donate, the mitten tree awaits.
Read MoreChrist is Born… For YOU!
The angels told the shepherds, “For unto you is born a Savior.” Who is “You”? Does it refer to Israel? To the Shepherds? Or, could it even refer to Us???
Read MorePreschool to Provide Coats to the Needy (1/31/20)
We’re collecting “gently used coats” for men, women and children. These coats will be given to needy people throughout Gloucester County.
Read MoreFor Unto YOU (Christmas Eve, 2019)
Our 2019 Christmas Eve service was marked by tradition, familiar music, and familiar Bible readings. But the key verse from the sermon challenged us to awaken from the familiar and consider how deeply our Creator-God loves each one of us. “For unto ME is born a Savior…”
Read MorePress Report from Bethlehem! (12/22/19)
In what is becoming a Sunday before Christmas tradition, Rev. Jim Hughes visited PUMC and gave us a first hand account of what happened on that First Christmas. This year, he appeared as Amos, a newspaper reporter who happened to be covering the beat in Bethlehem on that wondrous night. Amos challenged us to go beyond being a casual and impartial observer of Jesus. Become part of the story.
Read MorePreschool Tells the Story of Christmas (12/12/19)
On 12/12/19 and again during our 9:30 service on Sunday Dec. 15, the Pre-K kids of Our Father’s House presented their annual Christmas Pageant; The True Story of Christmas. Over 50 children filled our chancel area and led the congregation with narration, motion, and music.
Read MoreService to Welcome the Longest Night (12/21/19)
December 21 marks the day of the Winter Solstice; the day when our part of the world is tilted as far away from the sun’s direct rays as it can get. It’s the day with the least amount of sun; it’s the night that has the most amount of darkness. For many of us, the loss of loved ones brings an emotional darkness into our lives. The upcoming celebrations of Christmas viciously contrast with our inner pain of never to be repeated memories. The light contrasts with the...
Read MoreChristmas Updates from World-Wide Missionaries (December 2019)
PUMC supports missionaries located all over the globe. Here’s an update on some of them. During this Advent season, be inspired by their faith and pray for them.
Read MoreChristmas Star Tree to Brighten the Day for Local Kids (12/21/19)
A special Christmas tree is located in our Narthex. Many Christmas Trees adorn our church this time of year, but this tree isn’t just there for decoration. The Star Tree is there to provide some peace for families who can’t afford to give their children Christmas Gifts this year. If you can help,or if you need help, find out more about our Star Tree.
Read MoreThank God!
Thanks God! When we say that, are we just expressing relief about a bullet we just dodged? Or, is there place where we can actually express gratitude to God? This Thanksgiving signboard message challenges us to consider the difference between “Thank God!” and “Thanks, God.”
Read More2019 Advent Schedule Looks Forward to Jesus (12/2019)
Advent is a busy time around PUMC! This post will help you keep track of the many worship, celebration, and service opportunities available to you during this holiday season. Plug in as we look Forward and Within to see Jesus this year.
Read MoreThread & Yarn Groups Reach Out with Warm Hugs (11/10/19)
Our Thread and Yarn ministries dedicated their latest collection of knitted and crocheted items during Generosity Sunday (11/10/19).
Read MoreChristmas Marketplace to Provide Drinking Water! (11/16/19)
Our second Christmas Marketplace will sell crafts to support missions both within our community and around the globe. The Marketplace will be held in our Fellowship Hall on Saturday November 16.
Read MoreTrunk or Treat is Sweet Inside and Outside! (10/26/19)
Our 2019l Trunk or Treat was an awesome evening. Over 800 neighbors joined the party at PUMC, enjoying costumes, trunks, games, and lots of candy!
Read MorePiano, Pedals, Sticks and Strings Praise God! (10/27/19)
On Sunday, October 27 (at 6:30 PM), our choirs and Praise Team led a special evening celebrating the history of Christian Music. Piano, Organ, Bells, Drum, and Guitars accompanied our vocalists as we featured the music of our faith.
Read More2019 Advent Devotional Looks Forward
An Advent Devotional booklet has been produced by several area churches, and hard copies are available in our Narthex. An electronic version of the booklet is rendered in this post. Follow these daily articles throughout Advent and look forward to the Christ.
Read MoreCROP Walk Takes Steps Against World Hunger! (10/20/19)
The annual Pitman-Glassboro CROP Walk will be held on Sunday Oct. 20 (at the New Street Park in Glassboro). Walk, sponsor, or donate to help fight hunger here and around the globe. The walk will be held between 1 and 4 PM.
Read MorePUMC Celebrating 134 Years of God’s Grace! (11/10/19)
On 11/10/19 we will celebrate our 134th anniversary. Not only is it an opportunity to look back at our heritage, but it’s also a good time to look ahead to how we can continue to make a difference in the world.
Read MoreVision Survey: How’s PUMC Doing?
How is PUMC doing at meeting our goals? What is our goal? Our visioning team is conducting a survey to see how we’re succeeding and how we’re falling short. We need your opinion as we try to improve and look forward. Please help us by entering this online survey.
Read MoreWomen’s Conference to Bring Hope (11/1/19 & 11/2/19)
Do you need some Hope??? PUMC will host a special conference for women on Friday 11/1/19 and Saturday 11/2/19, and the theme of the weekend will be Hope. How can you discover the source of Hope in your life??? View this post for information on registration.
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