Operation Christmas Child (11/13/14)
Once again, our church will participate in the “Operation Christmas Child” project. Now is the time to start putting your shoebox(-es) together in time for the November 13 collection… Got a shoe box? Can you afford to purchase any small toys, school supplies, candy, sunglasses, or other “stuff” that a child could use? Then you can make a huge difference in someone’s Christmas this year!!! “In support of Operation Christmas Child” we are...
Read MoreFace it: God Really Does Love You!
The following devotional was provided by Pastor Jim… PLEASE READ: John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that He gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16 was the very first Bible verse I memorized as a child. I was only 5 years old and it was during a 2-week Vacation Bible School. I earned a red book mark which had all of the books of the Bible written on it. I remember being so proud and how proud my...
Read MorePUMC Welcomes Pitman Craft Show Visitors (9/20/14)
Pitman was a hub of activity on Saturday September 20 as it held its bi-annual Craft Show. Broadway was closed off as vendors lined the sidewalk with tents filled with their artistic wares. Our church was also busy! We’re located about 1/2 mile away from the show, and we shared our parking lot with visitors and provided free shuttle rides in our church van for the short ride to the craft show area. The Men’s Fellowship Group also threw one of their “famous”...
Read MoreBLAST Announces Upcoming Events (9/23/14)
BLAST (Big Loud Awesome Spiritual Time)… our Youth Group… is up and running after the summer break. Here’s an overview of what is planned for the ’14-’15 year: Sunday Nights… We will meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month 6:30 – 8:00 PM Monthly Highlights… OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB Sunday October 5 5:30PM BLAST Council 6:30 PM BLAST Sunday October 19 1:30 PM CROP Walk (Sunset Auditorium) Sunday November 9 5:30 PM BLAST Council 6:30 PM...
Read MoreOur Glorious Messiah! (9/21/14)
In his sermons, Pastor Jim has been focusing on the attributes of God: His touch, awesomeness, goodness, holiness, His word. In the next few weeks the focus moves to Jesus: Our Savior and Messiah.This Sunday (September 21, 2014) we looked at the glory of the risen Lord, as described in the opening chapter of Revelation. Click below to play the recording of the sermon (from the 11AM service), then scroll down to follow along… The sermon was based on Revelation 1:9-19. ...
Read MoreHomework: Soak in Our Glorious Messiah by Reading from Revelation
In his sermon on Sunday September 21 (“Our Glorious Messiah”), Pastor Jim challenged us to re-read Sunday’s scripture every day this week (Revelation 1:9-19). Ponder the the glory and power of our RISEN Lord. Consider that He is always “in our midst” throughout our day to day lives. During this week we will use the “Hot News” ticker tape on the front page of our website to give daily reminders and links to the scripture passage. Each day will link...
Read MorePUMC to Make Turbans for Cancer Patients (9/25/14)
Cancer itself is bad enough, but the treatment also frequently brings the indignity of hair loss. On Thursday September 25, a group of ladies are going to do something about this by making turbans for cancer patients. We will meet in the gathering room from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The American Cancer Society makes these available to the patients at no cost. This has been an ongoing project of the Pitman United Methodist Church for a number of years. If you would like to be a part of this, come...
Read MoreTuesdays Return to PUMC! (9/16/14)
OK. Tuesdays did actually continue through the summer, but our Tuesday Bible Study / Dinner took a break. The Tuesday series resumed this week, Tuesday Sept. 16. A lot of good things happened: Before Dinner At 9:30 AM Pastor Jim led a study on the opening parts of John 3. Yep- that’s where “John 3:16” comes from (you may have seen it on a sign at a sporting event!). Anyway, we learned that there is a difference between the “Natural World” (being born of...
Read MorePastor’s Ponderings: Just Another Day…
The following message was provided by Pastor Jim… Greetings Friends: PLEASE READ: Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.” As we go through a typical day, it is easy to become frustrated, disappointed, or downright angry when things don’t happen the way we think they should. Yet the Bible teaches us that God is sovereign We would agree...
Read MoreChoir Returns to the Loft this Sunday! (9/21/14)
The “Voices in Praise” (our adult choir) will make their 2014-2015 season debut this Sunday (September 21)! We’ve been away for the summer, but we return to use our voices to praise God during the 11 AM worship services. The “choir season” runs from September through June (about 42 weeks). We will sing the offertory during the 11 AM service, and our anthem will be “Behold Our God.” Check out the following video for a preview…...
Read MoreOur Father’s House ’14-’15 School Year Gets Off to a Great Start! (9/8/14)
On Monday 9/8, our church’s Preschoool ministry (Our Father’s House) began it’s 6th season. Our “crossing guard” Yogi was once again on hand to greet the kids and teacher’s as they arrived. Yogi celebrated his birthday shortly before the school year began, but the kids brought him cards when they arrived at school. The cards may have been a bit late, but how precious they were! Each month of the school year will feature a new “verse of the...
Read MorePastors Ponderings: Make a Joyful Noise
Note: With the resumption of the choir season and the first rehearsals later this week (Thursday 9/18/14), this devotional from Pastor Jim seemed especially appropriate… PLEASE READ: Psalm 98:4 ” Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise.” In 17th century Italy, in the town of Cremona, lived a young boy named Antonio. Antonio was often sad because he lived in a town that was famous for its music, but he could neither...
Read MoreRefiner’s Fire Band to Appear at Living Water Connections (10/3/14)
PUMC is privileged to be able to host the Living Water Connections events in our Fellowship Hall.The group meets on the first Friday of each month from 7:00 – 10:30 PM. Click Here for more information. October Connections… Living Water Connections will be presenting the Refiner’s Fire Band on Oct 3. There will also be a drama presentation and other vocalists. Free refreshments are provided. Ping Pong and table games until 9:00 and volley ball until 10:30. All are...
Read MoreIs God Your First Priority? Or, is God Your Last Resort?
Jesus and the Disciples were on a boat in the middle of the Sea of Galilee. As happens frequently in that area, a strong storm suddenly arose and began to knock the small fishing boat around like a twig in the rapids of the Colorado River. The waves splashed over the sides of the boat and the disciples were sure that they were goners. But Jesus was asleep. As a last minute resort, when all other hope had faded, they cried out to Jesus. Jesus calmed the waters and the disciples probably...
Read MoreThese Feet are Made for Walking (9/14/14)
Pastor Jim’s sermon on September 14, 2014 challenged us to move out into the “world” and proclaim the Gospel. The sermon was based on Romans 10:11-17 and the sermon was entitled “These Feet are Made for Walking” (apologies to Nancy Sinatra and her hit “These Boots Are Made for Walking”)… Click the “Play” button below to start the recording, open the scripture (click the “down” arrow in the Scripture Box below), then...
Read MoreSunday School to Celebrate Rally Day (9/14/14)
Our Sunday School program has returned from the summer break and is about to kick it into high gear. On Sunday 9/14, we will celebrate our annual Rally Day (Promotion Sunday). During the Sunday School hour, all children will report to their old class, then we will go to the gathering room for a special program (a game geared to all ages). After that- you’re promoted! We’ll then get things started in the new classes and new rooms. ...
Read MoreE.T. Meets Michelangelo (9/7/14)
Pastor Jim’s sermon on September 7, 2014 had the strange title of “ET Meets Michelangelo.” It was based on Exodus 33:7-11a. Click the “Play” button below to start listening to the recording, scroll down and follow along. Click the “down” button below to open up the scripture… Scripture Exodus 33:7-11 7 Now Moses used to take a tent and pitch it outside the camp some distance away, calling it the “tent of meeting.” Anyone...
Read MorePitman Craft Show: Park for Free at PUMC! (9/20/14)
The Pitman Craft Show is a huge community tradition that attracts visitors from all over the area. Broadway, Pitman’s main street is blocked off, and vendors set up their wares on both sides of the street. There is some parking on the streets around Broadway, but finding a spot is difficult. We’re offering the public an easier way. We’re opening up our parking lot for Craft Show visitors, and we’re providing transportation to and from our parking lot and the downtown...
Read MoreSouth Seaville UMC Opens New Doors! (9/7/14)
Back in 2004, our church building was destroyed by fire. For 3 years we worshiped in a school, theater, and converted hardware store. In 2007- after much anticipation and work- we moved into our new (current) building. About 3 years ago, another local United Methodist Church began a similar journey when their church building burned down. (Read More). But today (9/7/14) the South Seaville United Methodist Church opened the doors of its new building and celebrated their first service of...
Read MoreTuesday Night Dinners Resuming! (9/16/14)
After the summer break, our Tuesday Night (and morning) day of studies will resume on Tuesday September 16. Details on the studies are shown on the Tuesday Series page (which will soon be updated to reflect this year’s studies). But for now, know that the dinner and classes resume on Tuesday September 16… “Pre-Dinner Classes (for adults)- 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM Dinner (family)- 6:00 PM “Post-Dinner” Classes (for all ages)- 7:00 PM Dinner will be $8 per...
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