Our Fathers House Visits Pitman Manor (2/14/14)
For Valentines Day 2014, the Pre-K classes of Our Fathers House Visited the Pitman Manor…
Read MoreMeans of Grace Webinar (2/27/14)
The church’s Global Board of Discipleship recently sent out an email announcing a new Webinar which will occur on Thursday Feb. 27 (from 8-9PM our time). You do have to register in advance, but it’s free and you don’t have to attend the Webinar (or sit through the whole thing). You log in on Thursday night and listen to the presentation while exchanging comments with people from all over the country. It’s a great experience if you’ve never tried it (and...
Read MoreOur Fathers House Misison Project (3/1/14)
OFH to Give the Poor a Hand Up Now that we are finished collecting soup cans and making Valentines, we have decided to begin our March mission project. Our next project is very popular as we collect money to make purchases through Heifer International. Different classes will decide on their project. Some may be collecting money to purchase chicks, a pig, goats, tree seedlings, bunnies, bees, a llama, sheep, ducks, fish, a heifer, or a share of one. You will be hearing more about this...
Read MoreYou Are Not Alone (2/16/14)
This morning’s sermon was part 5 of a series of messages based on the book “The Wesleyan Way: A Faith that Matters.” The scripture underlying Pastor Larry’s message was Acts 2:1-21 (the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost). During this series, we’ve been exploring a journey- how do we get to a point where we truly “love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength?” It all happens through God’s grace, but we need to be...
Read MoreFaith that Matters Study (1/19/14)
In these opening months of 2014 before we enter the Lenten season, we have been taking a journey using the Scott Jones book: “The Wesleyan Way: A Faith that matters”. The journey takes place on two roads. First, we consider a topic from the book during the Sunday morning service. The sermon series applies elements of our faith journey in the light of scripture, and challenges us to deliberately use the grace and resources that God provides in order to grow more into His...
Read MoreAsh Wednesday Service (3/5/14)
Begin the Lenten Season by participating in our annual Ash Wednesday service. This year’s service will be held on Wednesday March 5 at 7:00 PM. Receive the ashes in a time of quiet repentance, and reflect on the message which will be given by Pastor Kee. The title of Pastor Kee’s sermon is “Christ, No Matter What.”
Read MoreLocal Restaurants Support PUMC
Two local establishments support the mission and ministries of PUMC by donating some of their proceeds on certain days. Mention PUMC when you pay your bill and part of your payment will help our church. Wendy’s (Delsea Drive, Glassboro) 4th Monday of each month (5-8 PM) Eat at Wendy’s the fourth Monday each month between 5-8 PM. Proceeds benefit our youth groups. Of course, the food and fellowship benefit anyone who shows up! Many of our church family visit Wendy’s on these...
Read MoreMissionary Joy Phillips at Kountry Kitchen (3/8/14)
Joy Phillips Meet Joy Phillips and hear of her work with Mango Ministries in South Sudan. Join her for breakfast at the Kountry Kitchen on Rte 40 in Elmer, on Saturday, March 8 at 9:30 AM. Breakfast buffet is $7.75. Space is limited. Make reservations ASAP. E-mail joy.phillips@wgm.org; or call 765-618-0530.
Read MoreElderberries- Maderine Court Lunch (2/19/14)
Lunch at the Manderine Court The Elderberries will celebrate the Chinese New Year with lunch at the Mandarin Court on Wednesday, February 19th. Meet at the church at 11:30 AM or at the restaurant at noon. Please sign up on the sheet in the Narthex.
Read MoreWorld Day of Prayer (3/7/14)
Community World Day of Prayer… Our church will host the annual World Day of Prayer program on Friday March 7 at 1:00PM. This ecumenical event is sponsored by several Pitman churches and is open to any one in the community. Please join us as the women of Egypt engage us in conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well. John 4:1-42
Read More2014 Summer Camp Schedule (2/14/14)
What are You Doing this Summer? As this post is being written we are surrounded by layers of snow and temperatures in the 20’s. Spring is on its way, but on a day like today it can’t come fast enough for many. But, the tradition of summer camping for youth is alive and well in the United Methodist church and it’s never too early to start planning for the 2014 season. The greater New Jersey Annual Conference organizes a summer long slate of programs for youth ages 7-17 at...
Read MoreGod for All Seasons (2/13/14)
It’s the day before Valentine’s Day. We think of special times together- a stroll through the park, a walk on the beach,times where human love and God’s presence meld together. But today is not a day to be outside. The streets are coated with 6″ of snow. It is sleeting. It is cold. Places which hold special moments in the sunshine are now places to be avoided. But yet, we’re reminded that God is still there. In other seasons He warmed our hearts as we...
Read MoreUMM Gathering with Pastor Larry (2/8/14)
We held our monthly gathering on Saturday February 8 and had a special “guest speaker”- our own Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Larry Potts! This year we’ve been looking at different Old Testament characters and trying to learn life lessons from their experiences. Pastor Larry built on our theme by discussing the story of Daniel with us. Actually, the book of Daniel contains six stories (and four visions). We started with the opening chapters and discovered that Daniel was a man of...
Read MoreWesleyan Way Sermon Series (1/19/14)
The Wesleyan Way – Sermon Series 2014 In preparation for the Lenten season, we’re going to take a look at our roots as Methodists and discover how we can grow into stronger disciples of Jesus Christ. The series is based on the book by Scott Jones entitled “The Wesleyan Way: Faith that Matters”. Click on the link for a preview, and join us in our worship services as we prepare for Lent by seeking to grow into the disciples that Christ wants us to be. Sunday, January 19,...
Read MoreUnited Methodist Men’s Gathering (1/11/14)
The United Methodist Men held our monthly “gathering” on Saturday January 11 in the Potter’s Hand room Our gatherings start at 7:30 AM, but starting the day with friends and the Word is always a great way to “wake up” (coffee doesn’t hurt either…”) Our speaker was the Rev. Michael Smith, pastor of the Tabernacle United Methodist Church in Erma NJ. Pastor Mike had to travel a bit of a distance in the early morning to meet with us, so we...
Read MoreUrban Promise Visits PUMC (1/5/14)
Dr. Bruce Main, president of Urban Promise delivered the message this morning during both services. Dr. Main spoke on Colossians 3:15-7 using the Soren Kierkagaard quote, “What’s important is not the road you travel, but the way you travel the road you’re on” (or something like that…). Our surroundings may not look very good. We may want to be on another “road”. We may be tempted to keep saying, “One day I’ll ___”. But our...
Read MoreUrban Promise (1/5/13)
In concert with missions such as the Neighborhood Center and Kid’s Alley, part of our mission at PUMC is to help the people of Camden NJ transform their city into one that is free of poverty and full of promise. Dr. Bruce Main, president of Urban Promise, will be our guest speaker on Sunday January 5 (at both services). Members of the organization’s StreetLeaders program will provide music during the services. Urban Promise is located in Camden, NJ. Their mission is to equip the...
Read MoreSeason’s First Snow! (12/15/13)
Praise the Lord! Make that phrase more than just a cliche… We are constantly blessed by the beautiful Stained Glass Windows that line the upper walls of our sanctuary. At ground level, near the staircase, we also have clear windows that let in natural lighting. During the 11:00 service on Sunday Dec. 8, these plain clear windows reminded us of God’s majesty in a way that the Stained Glass windows never could. About half way through the service, we were treated to a view of the...
Read MoreNew Year’s Eve Reflection (12/31/13)
Milestones such as New Year’s Eve can be helpful reminders of re-assessing your relationship with God. How have you grown? How has your faith been tested? When did you fail to heed God’s call to discipleship? How can you be a better disciple in the future? Not only do we need to hold each other accountable, but we also need to hold ourselves accountable. Small groups and “Emmaus Reunion Groups” are important accountability tools. But, we still need to come to the...
Read MoreOur Father’s House Christmas Program (12/11/13)
Majesty in the Wonder of a Child… Is it any surprise that God choose to come to earth as a child? On Wednesday Dec. 11 the children of Our Father’s House treated family and friends to a musical depicting the glory of the Christmas Story. Kids dressed up as angels, shepherds, and wise men. Choirs, a boy beating a drum, and even an adult narrator presented the familiar story of our Savior’s birth in a fresh and innocent way. About 50 children from our Pre-K classes...
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