You 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 aware of some of the “Means of Grace”...
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 likeness and truly “love the Lord our God with...
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 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 its two camps (Pinelands Camp in Browns Mills and...
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 strolled through the woods or sat on our porch. But...
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 loyalty, integrity, and perseverance. In the...
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, 2014 Sermon title: “Following Christ is the Way...
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