Mothers Day Videos Bring the Family Together (5/10/20)
During this pandemic, not even Mother’s Day is left unchanged. But during our Live Stream service, we were treated to two videos that brought us back together (even if “virtually”). This post shows these videos.
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 MoreTenth Annual Easter Egg Hunt is a Smash! (4/20/19)
The misty drizzle cleared up, and we were able to celebrate our 10th annual Easter Egg Hunt without a hitch. About 400 of our neighbors came out as we celebrated family. Hot dogs, Magic by Ed, and- of course- Easter Eggs made the day a huge success.
Read MoreThe Steeple Burned Down, but the Church is Fine! (12/01/03)
On 12/1/18 we quietly marked the 15th anniversary of the fire which destroyed our former building on the corner of Broadway and Holly Ave. But it was only a building that burned down. The church is alive and well!
Read MoreSheep Surprise Pastor Jim! (10-14-18)
It was Laity Sunday- Pastor Jim was supposed to have the day off. There were no baptisms, no communion, no tasks that could only be done by an elder. And so, Pastor Jim joined the congregation as lay people led the music, prayers, and gave the sermon. But there was one small wrinkle to this Laity Sunday; it was being held during October, which is Pastor Appreciation Month. And so our Christian Education Team took advantage of the situation and surprised our supposedly pew-bound pastor. ...
Read MorePUMC Citizens Have a Blast at Citizen’s Bank Park! (6/30/18)
In what has become an annual part of our summer experience, of group of 30 PUMC’ers spent the evening together watching the Phillies game.
Read MoreWhat Can We Learn from the Sneetches? (Camp Meeting, 7/1/18)
PUMC was the host church for the Pitman Camp Meeting on Sunday July 1; Our choir provided the special music, and Pastor Jim preached the message. In light of current events, how does God view diversity and unity? What can we learn from Dr. Susses’ story about The Sneetches?
Read MorePUMC and Neighbors Hunt Easter Eggs! (3/31/18)
Over 500 people came to PUMC on Saturday 3/31/18 and helped us pick up over 8000 eggs. Our ninth annual Easter Egg Hunt was an awesome experience.
Read MoreSingle Service & Lunch Celebrate our Anniversary! (10/30/16)
Sunday October 30 has two things about it that are special to PUMC: THING 1 THING 2 Back in November of 1885, the PITMAN GROVE METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH was organized. From that small beginning of 43 members, we have grown into what is now the “Pitman United Methodist Church.” It’s our birthday and we are now 131 years old! It’s the 5th Sunday of the month! So,coupled with something that’s true of us every day (we love to eat!), we’re all going to...
Read MorePUMC Raising Fun(ds) at the Glassboro Friendlys! (Thursday 10/20/15)
PUMC has developed a tradition of eating at Friendlys to help raise funds for our missions. Helping feed others by eating out?!? Yep! The restaurant donates a portion of everyone’s bill to our church (if you present a voucher when ordering). And PUMC people love to eat! Starting with our first “Fun Raiser” back in June of 2015, we have taken advantage of Friendly’s “Fun Raiser” program by packing the Glassboro Friendlys on the Third Thursday of each...
Read MoreOur Fathers House Graduation (5/26/16)
May and June is a special time in the lives of proud parents; Graduations! Junior High School, High School, College, University… Master’s Degrees and even Doctorate Degrees! All important times for students and their parents. But what about Pre-K??? Competing those first years of school is quite an accomplishment; both for the kids AND for the parents! On the morning of Tuesday May 26 we celebrated this accomplishment and made some lifelong memories as our 2016 four-year olds...
Read MorePUMC Scrambles to Organize Easter Egg Hunt! (3/26/16)
Easter eggs… Really? Eggs represent life, and new life comes from the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. So we’re going to use the symbol of Easter Eggs to help teach our children about the true meaning of Easter… and to have a little fun while we’re at it! On Holy Saturday, March 26, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, we will host our 8th annual Easter Egg Hunt. There will be lunch, a “special presentation,” and (of course) plenty of Easter eggs. Last year’s Egg...
Read MorePUMC Celebrates Ministries with Luncheon (1/31/16)
Just a quick glance through our church newsletter (Steeple Notes), or through the “Coming Events” section of our bulletin, or at the Monthly Calendar (see the link on the website sidebar), reveals that this church is “busy.” But being “busy” and “doing things” doesn’t necessarily mean we’re “doing things” that glorify God. But when the Holy Spirit leads us into these activities, we are then participating in the...
Read MorePUMC Celebrates 130th Anniversary with a Special Sunday (11/1/15)
On November 10 1885, the “Pitman Grove Methodist Episcopal Church” was “organized”, and what we now know as the “Pitman United Methodist Church”- was born. Our church is now 130 years old! On November 1 2015 we celebrated! Our usual 9:30 and 11:00 services merged into a single 10:15 service of worship, and we all got together in the Fellowship Hall afterwards for a covered dish luncheon. It was a homecoming of sorts, and Pastor Jim’s sermon was...
Read MorePUMC Packs Friendly’s! (9/17/15)
For each month since June 2015, we have been taking advantage of the Glassboro Friendly’s “Fun Raiser” program to raise funds for our missions projects. The turnouts on these nights has been fantastic! Our church has packed the restaurant (jump starting their business on those nights), Friendlys has Packed us with some good food, AND- we’ve even been able to raise some funds which will help our church feed the hungry and house those still trying to recover from...
Read MorePUMC Canoes and Kayaks at Parvin State Park! (8/1/15)
On a beautiful Summer morning, you need to spend some quality time with family, friends (and “church family”)… and, it’s an extra bonus if you can enjoy some of the great outdoors and taste some of God’s creation at the same time! That’s what a group of us did on Saturday 8/1/15. About 15 of us (all ages) traveled to Parvin State Park, rented canoes or kayaks, and spent some time on the lake (yes- none of our boaters spent any time IN the lake!). We got...
Read MorePUMC to Return to Friendlys! (7/21/15 & 8/18/15)
During the Summer you need Ice Cream! You need to go to the shore and do other things to take advantage of the opportunity to mix thing up. One of the highlights during the Fall and Winter is our Tuesday evenings of dinner, fellowship, and Bible Study. But one of this summer’s highlights is shaping up to be our evenings at Friendlys! Last month, we held our first Fundraiser at Friendlys. PUMC packed the restaurant and we raised over $250 for our shared ministries. People across the...
Read MoreYouth Lead the Way!!!
Sometimes adults think of youth as “so and so’s son or daughter” or of a demographic that we somehow need to attract and create programs for. But the people we call “Youth” are a dynamic part of our church. Recently we have seen three examples of their leadership and how they have contributed to our church and its mission. The list could go way beyond these three items, but here’s a taste of the contributions that they are always making… 1: ...
Read MorePUMC to Go to Phillies Game (7/19/15)
Remember that big storm we had a few weeks ago? The one that hit us during Vacation Bible School? The one that left many of us without power for several days? Well, one thing that also happened that week is that our annual trip to the Phillies got rained out! We were supposed to go on June 27, but well- most of us were busy with other things anyway. But now we’ve got a second chance! The game has been rescheduled to Sunday July 19 at 1:35 PM. The church van will leave from the...
Read MoreElderberries Are Really Cooking!!! (6/1/15)
“Oldies but Goodies” The Elderberries (our “seniors” fellowship group) have compiled a cookbook of some of our favorite recipes from the past. Our families and friends have enjoyed them for years, and they are the highlights of many a covered dish supper or family gathering. The cookbook will be available for a donation, and the proceeds will go towards the payment of our shared ministries obligation. The cookbooks can be obtained from Maureen Kier or Marshall Genter. ...
Read MorePUMC to Pack the Glassboro Friendly’s! (6/16/15)
Our Tuesday Night Dinners might have ended for the Summer, but we’re going to have another shot at a church family dinner on Tuesday June 16. We have scheduled a Fundraiser at the Friendly’s restaurant in Glassboro. Friendly’s is located at the light where Woodbury Road meets Delsea Drive. Here’s how it works: Download and print out the voucher (Friendly’s Voucher). Vouchers will also be available at church. Bring the voucher and your appetite to the...
Read MoreHooks ‘n Needles Serves up Hugs ‘n Prayers During Sunday Worship (5/10/15)
On Sunday May 10, the Hooks and Needles for God group filled the altar rail with a colorful and soft array of blankets. Hooks and Needles makes these blankets to be given to people in times of special need; illness, births, or just when someone needs to know that the church is surrounding them in prayer. During the service, members gathered around the altar rail to pray over these blankets. The people receiving these blankets is not yet known (by us anyway…), but the prayers were made...
Read MoreAn Easter Egg Hunt Welcome! (4/4/15)
Thanks to to all who attended our 2015 Easter Egg Hunt! Open this post for a special welcome from the people of the Pitman United Methodist Church.
Read MorePastor’s Ponderings: The Family of God
Pastor Jim submitted the following devotional on February 6 2015… Greetings Friends: PLEASE READ: Hebrews 10:25 Some people have gotten out of the habit of meeting for worship, but we must not do that. We should keep on encouraging each other, especially since you know that the day of the Lord’s coming is getting closer” (CEV). PLEASE READ: Acts 2:42 They spent their time learning from the apostles, and they were like family to each other. They also broke bread and prayed...
Read MoreOur Fathers House & Elderberries Sing and Feast! (11/19/14)
On the morning of November 19 2024, the children from Our Father’s House presented a musical program in the sanctuary; the kids were “Marching in the Lord’s Army” and “Making Us Fishers of Men.” The energy the kids presented while singing this whole series of short “Sunday School” songs was inspiring and entertaining. The sanctuary was filled with not only camera toting parents, but also with seniors from our church. This event bridged young...
Read MoreOur Father’s House Kids to Join with Seniors for Thanksgiving Feast! (11/19/14)
Our church hosts the Our Father’s House Preschool (for kids as young as 2 1/2 years old) and we also have a group known as the Elderberries (for “kids” as old as ___).On Wednesday November 19, these two groups will join together over music and food. Dinner Theater??? Well, actually, it will be a “luncheon” and “program.” The OFH kids will provide the program in the Sanctuary, and then the Elderberries will treat everyone to a Thanksgiving Feast in...
Read MorePUMC Marks its 129th Anniversary! (11/10/14)
Our church has a long history, beginning with a Sunday School class that started in November of 1877. This class grew out of the summer Camp Meetings which were held in the Pitman Grove. But the “official start” of the “Pitman Grove Methodist Episcopal Church” came 15 years after this initial class was formed. Here’s an excerpt from the booklet “Our Heritage” which was written 1n 1985 in commemoration of our centennial… On November 10, 1885,...
Read MoreChoirs Prepare 2014 Christmas Cantata (12/21/14)
Wasn’t it just the Fourth of July?Well, it’s not summer anymore and we’re nearing the wonderful time of the Christmas season. For the past few Thursdays, the Voices in Praise choir has begun to rehearse some of the pieces that will make up our 2014 Christmas cantata. Cantata rehearsals continue to ramp up throughout the month. If you’re interested in joining with the choir to sing in this year’s cantata, drop by on Thursday night. Rehearsals start at 7:00 PM...
Read MoreThe Fellowship of Believers (10/19/14)
October 19 was 2014’s Laity Sunday. The suggested theme for this year’s Laity Sunday was “Engaging Small Groups.” Testimonies were given by members of two small groups, and then the scripture and sermon followed. In the audio below, Bryce Hogan read the scripture and the sermon was given by Larry Bakely. The title of the message was “The Fellowship of Believers,” and it was based on Acts 2:37-47. Click the “Play” button to begin the...
Read MoreUnited Methodist Men to Gather with Pastor Jim (9/13/14)
The UMM will kick off our monthly gatherings with a special evening on Saturday September 13, at 5PM. Our “guest” speaker this month will be Pastor Jim! Instead of the donuts and coffee that we have at our usual Saturday Morning gatherings, this time we’ll enjoy some pizza and call it dinner. We’re asking $5 to cover the cost of the pizza and drinks. This will be a chance to hang out with the guys and to meet our (still) new pastor in an informal setting. In October, we’ll begin our...
Read MoreFall Activities Getting Ready to Resume
See You in September… Ah yes… remember June? The Spring flowers were in bloom, the days were getting longer, and school and most church activities took a “summer break.” But now that Vacation Bible School, Softball, and Camp Meeting are all but over, it’s time to start looking towards September and the resumption of our “regular” activities. Here’s a quick rundown of some of these activities and of when they will resume their regular meetings. ...
Read MorePUMC Welcomes the Boltons! (7/6/14)
We welcomed Rev. Jim Bolton, wife Judy, and daughters Rebecca and Lindsey during their first Sunday with us on July 6. As Rev. Bolton said at the beginning of the service, “Worship should be fun!” And it certainly was an uplifting celebration as the Boltons joined our church family. A pastor is not only the guy in the pulpit, but he (or she) is also a vital part of our church family. We are thrilled that the Boltons now call PUMC their home! Who Am I??? Pastor Jim and his...
Read MorePastor Jim Bolton Begins His Ministry at PUMC!!! (7/6/14)
Pastor Jim’s first Sunday with us is this week- July 6. His sermon this week is entitled- appropriately- “Who Am I?” He is preaching on Matthew 16:13-16 and Joshua 1:1-9. Communion will be celebrated during both services. The second service will also feature the initial get-together of “Pastor’s Pals” (the children’s sermon). So if you’re young enough to join Pastor Jim (or feel young enough to be with the kids), plan on coming down to the...
Read MoreRev. Bolton Becomes PUMC Pastor (7/1/14)
Rev. Dr. Jim Bolton is now our senior pastor!!! The sad “goodbyes”of this transition have now turned into joyous “hellos!” Our new pastor is with us, and Jim, Judy, and daughters Rebecca and Lindsey have joined our church family. As we look forward, our excitement about the ministry we can do under Pastor Jim’s leadership continues to grow and grow. And now we anticipate the joy of welcoming the Boltons to our church during their first Sunday with us (this...
Read MoreHelp our Vacation Bible School to Escape!
Our Wilderness Escape Needs Your Help! Ok. You say that you can’t teach. You can’t sing. You don’t think you can cook and you don’t have a pool. But you can still help out with our upcoming Vacation Bible School. This year’s VBS will be held during the week of June 23-27 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Yep- PM. In the evening. And, it will start out with a dinner at 5:00PM. The kids (Nursery through 5th grade) will be following a curriculum called “Wilderness...
Read MorePUMC Celebrates the Ministry of Pastor Larry and Pastor Kee (6/8/14)
On the evening of Sunday June 8, we held a covered dish dinner and celebrated the ministries of our pastors, Rev. Kee Yang and Rev. Dr. Larry Potts. It was a huge turnout, a lot of food, and time of special memories and celebration. Effective July 1, our Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Larry Potts will be appointed to the Franklinville United Methodist Church and our Associate Pastor, Rev. Kee-Young Yang will become the senior pastor of the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Bayhead, NJ. Rev....
Read MoreChoirs to Lead Services on June 22 (6/22/14)
The choirs and praise team will lead both services on June 22. Using music, narration, and the Word, the choirs will lead us through a journey celebrating our church’s heritage and history. But more than a look into the past, we will celebrate how God has always been faithful to us. As written in the letter to the Hebrews, we are surrounded by a “great cloud of witnesses.” As we enter this transition period between pastors, we will look to the past so we can...
Read MoreUnited Methodist Men to Gather with Rev. Helen Rainier (6/14/14)
It may be flag day, but this should prove to be a “banner moment” (sorry) for our United Methodist Mens Group. On Saturday, June 14 (starting at 7:30 AM) we will hold our monthly gathering in the Potter’s Hand Room (upstairs behind the sanctuary). Throughout this year, we have met with various pastors from across the area. This week’s gathering will be the last one of the 2013-2014 season. This month we will do something a bit different… up until now we have...
Read MoreConfirmation Class of ’14 Joins PUMC (6/8/14)
For months, a group of nine youth have been meeting with Pastor Larry on Sunday evenings to prepare for the decision to confirm the profession of faith that was made by their parents at their baptism. This past Sunday (June 8), Pastor Larry, Pastor Kee, and the congregation witnessed their commitment to “participate in [our church’s] ministries by your prayers, your presence, your gifts, your service, and your witness.” With them, the entire congregation renews our vows and...
Read MoreCelebrate the Ministry of Our Pastors (6/8/14)
Effective July 1, our Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Larry Potts will be appointed to the Franklinville United Methodist Church and our Associate Pastor, Rev. Kee-Young Yang will become the senior pastor of the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Bayhead, NJ. Rev. Dr. Jim Bolton will become our new senior pastor. Pastor Larry has been with us for 6 years and pastor Kee for 3. Click Here to see the announcement about the changes in appointments. Even as pastors and congregations look towards...
Read MoreBLAST Pool Party (6/14/14)
The Taylors will host our BLAST youth group for a pool party at their home on Saturday June 14. It will be from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Snacks will be provided (by the parents of those attending…) To RSVP and for more information, contact Pastor Kee. + + + + + + For more information about BLAST (and how you can have a Big Loud Awesome Spiritual Time), Click Here.
Read MoreRemembering Hazel Stiles and the “Stand at the Door” Window
As we enter a time of transition from one pastor to the next, we pause to reflect on the history of our church and on the heritage that God has supplied us with. In the chapel there is a stained glass window showing Jesus standing at the door and knocking. The window depicts Revelation 3:20 where Jesus tells the church in Laodicea, “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me.”This window...
Read MoreAzaleas Planted in Memory of Ed Blackman (5/12/14)
For over 50 years,our church was graced with the presence and guidance of Ed Blackman. We all felt a deep sense of loss when he recently passed away. As we pray for Marge and her family, we will be continually grateful for their presence in our lives. The Blackmans donated some azaleas which were on display during our services on May 11. They were recently planted on our lawn, just outside of the sanctuary doors on the Lambs Road side. These plants will remind us of the grace and love that...
Read MoreNew Church Directory is Here! (3/23/14)
After months of planning and several weeks of photographer sessions, our new church directory books are finished! Distribution of the books began after church on March 23. The books are free to anyone who sat for a picture. Extra copies are available for $5.00. Our last directory was in 2007, so the new version is much welcomed. Our church family has changed much over the last 7 years, and the pictorial directory is an essential tool in helping us to develop our Christian...
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...
Read MoreTrunk or Treat (10/26/13)
We’re hosting a “Trunk or Treat” in our parking lot on October 26 from 6:30 to 8:30PM Rain or shine! This event invites volunteers to decorate the trunks of their cars in a clean, age appropriate theme. The cars will be lined up in the parking lot and children of all ages will “trick or treat.” There will also be games and other “fun stuff” to show the love of God and the Truth of His Gospel that goes way beyond the worldly traditions of...
Read MoreDinner Celebrates PUMC Ministries (10/6/13)
Our church held a covered dish dinner on the evening of Sunday 10/6 to celebrate the ministries of our church. Over 20 “Trifolds” were on display to highlight the wide variety of ministries provided by our church. In addition to world wide missions, our church is active in building God’s Kingdom through ministries such as card writing, Youth Groups, Music, Men’s group, Women’s group, Small Groups, Christian Education, and even our church Signboard. When...
Read MoreChurch Directory Registration
New Church Directory! Our new church directory book is in the works. This pictorial church directory book will contain family pictures of all of our members (whether “official members” or just members of our Pitman UMC family). It will also contain a lot of information about the church’s history and ministry; kinda like a High School Yearbook. There will also be an electronic version that we will be able to access online (password protected). The best part of all of this...
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