Pastor’s Ponderings: Worship- the Most Important Time of the Week
Is it just another Sunday morning? Same ‘ole routine? Wrong outlook! In this “ponderings” Pastor Jim shares some ideas on how each worship service should be filled with anticipation and unity as we gather together.
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 MorePastor’s Ponderings: The Most Useful Tool
Discouragement is the Devil’s most frequently used and most effective tool. How can we fight against it? In this offering, Pastor Jim gives us some insight on how to become more encouraging.
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 MoreOperation Christmas Child Blesses Families in 2021 (11/14/21)
Once again, PUMC is helping to brighten a child’s Christmas (and life) by sending shoeboxes filled with gifts. Operation Christmas Child will distribute these boxes to needy families across the globe
Read MoreThe Steurys in Zambia (10/31/21)
Rev. Nate and Elinda Steury will visit PUMC during our 10/31/21 worship service. Nate will give the sermon, and they will both update us on the work that’s being done at the Kafakumba Pastor’s school (and other ministries) in Zambia.
Read More2021 Advent Devotionals: Preparation and Reflection
The Advent Devotional booklets for 2021 are available. If you haven’t received a printed copy, you can access the articles electronically by opening this post.
Read MoreChristmas Marketplace Ready to Open (11/13/21)
Plans are underway for our Christmas Marketplace, and we are accepting applications for exhibitors. After a COVID imposed absence in 2020, our Christmas Marketplace will resume this year on November 13. Open this post for more info and for the exhibitor application form.
Read MorePiano, Pedals, Praise, and Prayer (10/24/21)
The evening of Sunday October 24 will be a special time where we can use God’s gifts of music and prayer to re-connect to God in a powerful time of praise. The tones of a piano, the power of an organ, along with voices in prayer and song will bring a special evening of worship. Piano, Pedals,Prayer and Praise This unique service will be held in our sanctuary on Sunday October 24 at 7:00 PM. Participate either in person or via Live Stream. Here’s an outline of the...
Read MoreTrunks Open Wide for Sweet Treats! (10/23/21)
Last year, the pandemic forced us to hold our annual “Trunk or Treat” as a drive through event. But this year, you can get out of your car, mingle with the community, and enjoy the decorations on foot! Here are the details for our 2021 Trunk or Treat: 2021 Trunk or Treat WHO: Anyone!!! WHAT: Lots of decorated trunks and candy WHEN: Saturday 10/23/21 TIMES: 4:00 – 6:00 PM COST: Absolutely free!!! To get a feel for the PUMC version of “Trunk or...
Read MoreWorld Communion Sunday Bridges Communities (10/3/21)
On Sunday October 3 we will observe World Communion Sunday. Christians from all over the globe will unite around the Lord’s Supper on this special Sunday.
Read MoreCROP Walks to Fight Hunger (10/17/21)
The Pitman / Glassboro CROP walk is making a full return this year! The annual Walk to raise funds to fight hunger world-wide and at home will be held at Glassboro’s New Street Park.
Read MorePastor’s Ponderings: Celebrating Teachers
As we return to school, small groups and Sunday School, we should always remember our teachers and be thankful for those who give of their time, talent, and energy to help us learn.
Read MorePastor’s Ponderings: What’s it Mean to “Bear Fruit”?
In this excerpt from “Cultivating Fruitfulness,” Bishop Schnase reminds us that purpose and life come when the church turns outward to serve the community. When it turns inward, the church gets weaker and looses purpose.
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 MorePastor’s Ponderings: Focusing on the Goal
An Olympian became distracted, lost his focus, and lost the race. Are we on target, focused on the bull’s eye? Or do we squander what God has given us and settle for fourth place? May we have such a level of commitment that we will not be distracted until we reach the goals God has set before us.
Read MoreMethodists Respond to Earthquake in Haiti (8/22/21)
A major earthquake recently struck the island nation of Haiti. United Methodists are responding by sending relief help, and that help is funded by a special offering which will be taken on Sunday 8/22/21.
Read MorePastor’s Ponderings: Running the Race with Perseverance
American athlete James Connolly dreamed of competing in the Triple Jump on the world stage. When the Olympics returned in 1896, he quit college and sailed for Athens. His persistence paid off; He won the first place prize. Victory is assured, but we are called to “run the race with perseverance” until the prize is won.
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.
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