Week of May 17th
This Week’s Schedule:
Today……………………..4:00 p.m. GNJUMC Annual Conference Begins
Monday………………….7:00 p.m. Retirement Luncheon Planning Meeting
………………………………….7:30 p.m. NA Meeting
Tuesday…………………10:00 a.m. Card-Making Ministry
………………………………….7:00 p.m. Al-Anon Meeting
Thursday……………….11:00 a.m Cruise-Goers Return
Friday………………………10:00 a.m. Knit & Crochet Ministry
Next Sunday………….6:00 p.m. MYF
Nursery: An unstaffed nursery is available for any parents that want to stay with their child(ren) there.
Thanks to George Leonard for bringing the message today in the Pastor’s absence, Stephanie Owens for playing the piano, and Sanctified for sharing music.
The Greater New Jersey Annual Conference will take place from May 17th – 19th at the Wildwood Convention Center. This year’s theme is “Prayer.” Annual Conference is a yearly session for clergy and lay members to worship, learn about programs, and conduct the business of the United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey. Be in prayer for the conference and those attending.
Retirement Party: There will be a catered luncheon honoring the retirement of Pastor Steve and Mildred Herman on Saturday, June 13th, from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall. This is a reservation-based event. If you did not get an email invitation, please contact Heather Freeman at (609) 458-2909. Responses are due TODAY!
There are two kinds of note cards in baskets in the church entryway today. They are for anyone who would like to write a memory, blessing, or thank you to Steve and Mildred for their ministry to RUMC. Take the note card home to fill out and return it before the retirement party or bring it with you that day. There will be a special box for the note cards or any cards that you bring.
The Planning Committee will meet TOMORROW night at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room. See Dawn Valente with any questions.
Memorial Day Service: This year’s service is shaping up to be a great one! Join us on Monday, May 25th, at 10:00 a.m. in the cemetery for our annual Memorial Day Service. We are honored to have a bagpiper play, Jake Stiles will share special music, and the American Legion will honor those who gave their lives for our country.
Secretary/Administrator: The church has hired Sharon Heritage as the new Secretary/Administrator. She will officially begin on July 1st.
Church Council will meet on Tuesday, May 26th, at 7:00 p.m. Note the change from the usual week.
Men’s Breakfast: All men are welcome to gather on Saturday, May 30th, for a great meal provided by Jerry McGrath. Mark your calendar!
Zee Scholarships: Applications are available for the Elsie S. Zee Scholarship, granted each year to college students. Any graduating senior (applicants must have been a church member here for at least six months) who will be attending college or a college student continuing their education can apply. The scholarship can be renewed for four years, but the applicant must re-apply each year. Applications are available in the church entryway, and must be turned in to the pastor by May 31st.
The LIFE Class will hold its June Dinner on Tuesday, June 2nd, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hall. All women are welcome! Please sign up in the church entryway if you can join us.
Vacation Bible School will be held from July 19th – 23rd, from 5:45 – 8:00 p.m. each evening. All kids ages 3 through 6th grade are invited! See Megan Tyler if you can help (we do need a new Science Teacher and a new Arts & Crafts Director).
ShopRite Cards: These gift cards work just like cash, and we earn 5% on every dollar. Buy them here and help raise funds for the church. See Jennifer Souders, Sue Hitchner, or Karen Luttenberger (609-617-4546). This is an easy way to raise money for the church.
