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Hope. Faith. Love in action.
This sunday, as a part of our worship, we will celebrate the ministry of United Methodist Women. At our church, UMW is a strong ministry that builds meaningful relationships among women in the congregation; it's also a powerful champion of mission work in the community, and to the world. I think this is one of the most exciting things about UMW--it's always been an organization that seeks to put love into action, working for mercy and justice in our world.
This past week, leaders from United Methodist Women and pastors in our Mission Area (the El Tordondo Mission area, which includes neighbor United Methodist churches in El Segundo, Torrance and Redondo Beach) got together to share stories of mission. It was inspiring to hear about the many ways that we're serving others--supporting foster youth, feeding hungry people, caring for the sick, standing up against human trafficking, and more. Leaders in our UMW are a part of that movement.For this rich legacy and powerful ministry, I give thanks. (And full disclosure: I'll also enjoy celebrating the fellowship with a slice of cake during fellowship time at church on Sunday...) Grace and peace,
Pastor Molly
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Pastor Molly Vetter
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January Sermon Series:
God's Calling
Stories of how God's using us
to do amazing things.
Worship with us on Sundays
at 8:30 and 10:30am.
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 Sunday Chat with Pastor Molly onJanuary 25 at 9:30am
FUMCRB 101
Pastor Molly invites anyone who is new (or newish) to the congregation to join her for conversation on Sunday, January 25, at 9:30am in Epworth Lounge. She would love to share an introduction to our congregation, and get to know you a little more. (Even if you've been here a while, you're welcome to come and learn a little more about our organization and our ministries!) Kids are welcome; there is childcare available for little ones, in the nursery.
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Conference Youth Winter Retreat
 Who: 6th-12th grade When: February 14-16th (Sat-Mon) Location: Camp Colby Registration Cost: $130
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, Jan 28th
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Parking Reminder: If you are able, we encourage you to park at the Wells Fargo bank on Sunday mornings, and walk across the street, reserving the parking lot for those with mobility challenges or for new visitors. We also have a bike rack on the patio, for those who choose to bike to church! Thanks for your consideration.
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Church Council invites everyone to join us for a Saturday morning of planning and conversation, as we set priorities, move forward with our vision, and build our ministries together. (Plus, besides all that serious stuff, there will be toys to play with, and some special surprises...):
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When you drop off your donations you will be able to show your support for your favorite Super Bowl team.
Will it be the Patriots or the Seahawks???
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Special Team-Building Trip for Church R Us on
March 21!-
RSVP's Due Sunday!
Our 4th and 5th Graders have a special opportunity to attend a class entitled "Exploring the Golden State" at Disney's California Adventure Theme Park. This class is a part of their Educational Experience Program and will last 3 hours. After the class (which includes team-building activities and behind the scenes access to attractions) our kids will have a chance to "explore" California Adventure Park on their own! Drop off at church by 7:30am and pick up is at 7:30pm.
Cost is only $65
to proceed with the planning of this event. You can mail a check to Katherine in the church office or drop one off anytime.
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Youth Parent Meeting:
Sunday, Jan 25, 3-5pm
This Sunday we're having a parent meeting. Please come find out about upcoming events AND learn more about this summer's mission trip to Baja, Mexico.
Arturo Rodriguez, president of Baja Mission Ministries will give a presentation and answer questions. "The indigenous migrant community in Baja lives isolated and ignored, without respect or rights. They are essentially invisible. We exist to make them seen!"- Baja Mission |
2015 Lenten Series and Study:
A Story to Tell
This year, we have stories to share during Lent.
Our scriptures tell the big story of the good news of God's love for us.
Our life stories continue that story of love.
Throughout the season, you will be invited to be listening for and sharing stories of God, of faith, of transformation and of hope.
Pastor Molly is currently recruiting volunteers to lead small groups during the season, organized around listening to stories, reading Bible stories together, and sharing stories from our own lives. Please contact her if you might be willing to help.
Lent begins Ash Wednesday (February 18) and continues through Easter on April 5.
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Ash Wednesday Worship:
February 18
The United Methodist Churches in our Mission Area are sponsoring a combined Ash Wednesday Worship Service on Wednesday, February 18, at 7:30pm. This year, it will be hosted at El Segundo UMC (540 Main St, El Segundo), where Rev. Lee Carlile is pastor.
Members of our choir will join a Mass Choir for the evening, and our own Pastor Molly will be preaching. All ages are welcome, as we mark the beginning of the season of Lent with prayer and worship. The worship service will include imposition of ashes.
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Mark Your Calendar:
Mardi Gras Pancake Dinner
Tuesday, February 17
6:00-7:30pm
Our Children and Family Ministries are organizing an all-church pancake dinner on Mardi Gras (Shrove Tuesday). Join us for this traditional feast of pancakes, including pancake games and a storytime as we prepare to begin the season of Lent.
The event will also benefit the work of Imagine No Malaria.
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Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study:
Beginning February 1
9:30-10:15am
Our Sunday morning Adult Bible study will resume weekly meetings on February 1, now in Health Chapel. Led and coordinated by Helen Stockwell, this group will use an adult study curriculum from Cokesbury. The study presents stimulating lessons that explore the biblical message and how to apply it to daily life. The curriculum helps adults move from a focus on the Word to reflection on personal, family, church, and community concerns.
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We are grateful for the generous contributions of so many of you, supporting in our ministries in 2014.
We ended the year just over $1,000 short of our $490,000 budget; even with this small deficit, we can celebrate the ministries enabled by our budget, and all that's made possible by your giving. This is an amazing thing we are doing together! We were not, however, able to pay 100% of our apportionments to the Annual Conference, our giving share in the ministry of the United Methodist Church in our region, nation and world. We hope to stretch ourselves toward a goal of meeting these askings and obligations in the coming year. As we move into 2015, we have adopted a budget with only a modest total increase; to fulfill our budget and commitment, we will seek even deeper and broader support. It is not too late to make a pledge of financial giving, either with the card that is in our pew pockets or via our website. Most importantly, it is now a great time to make a priority of giving to the church in our own personal and family budgets--to choose regular giving as a part of our monthly finances. Thanks for your generosity and support, for your involvement and prayers. |
The Lay Looker, Bob Peterson
a view from the pew from a longtime member of our church
"Lucky Me! I was one of those twenty who attendedTuesday's Church Council meeting, those who are working hard to lead various committees and make our church work. Yes, Pastor Molly heads things up and yes, Church Council Chair Nina Dooley controls the meeting, but everyone there contributed something last Tuesday and you would be proud of our leaders had you been there. Even a few who couldn't attend sent reports that will be reflected in the meeting's minutes as recorded by Nancy Klinger. Ann Gallagher, Chair of the worship committee, seems to have the various gardens around our church campus..." "Making Our Church and Our World a Better Place" by Bob Peterson Lucky Me! I was one of those twenty who attended Tuesday's Church Council meeting, those who are working hard to lead various committees and make our church work. Yes, Pastor Molly heads things up and yes, Church Council Chair Nina Dooley controls the meeting, but everyone there contributed something last Tuesday and you would be proud of our leaders had you been there. Even a few who couldn't attend sent reports that will be reflected in the meeting's minutes as recorded by Nancy Klinger. Ann Gallagher, Chair of the worship committee, seems to have the various gardens around our church campus cared for by a team of four or more. Each cares for a plot, weeding, pruning and watering as needed. If you like the looks of the place, compliment them. Lots of planning has gone into the all church activity Saturday morning, January 31st, and if you don't attend, you will miss out on a lot of visiting with fellow church people. Nina is calling it “If We build it....” I have been a long time member here and the most important memories I have of our church is improvements that have come after plans and discussions happening in small groups. The Saturday, January 31st event has plans for eight or more small groups and you may find one you fit into and meet old and new friends while participating. Who knows, perhaps a great improvement idea may emerge and our entire church could benefit in a way not yet tried. One more thing I did learn at that Church Council meeting, was that the people there, staff and volunteers alike, love God, Love our church, love their families and work hard to make it all a great place for us to worship and learn. We have outstanding leaders. Please come Saturday, Jan. 31st. We plan to work together to try and make our church and our world a better place. This should help all of us and, hopefully, visitors who stop in as well. Our United Methodist Women (UMW) are busy planning another Rummage Sale, set for Friday and Saturday, March 6 & 7. They say they need more Rummage (stuff to sell) and quite a bit more volunteer help. See almost any church woman or their Chair, Rebecca Thomas, for details. You may also call our church office if you have questions. |
From the Lay Leader, Johnna Kosnoff
bi-weekly thoughts and reflections from our church Lay
Leader
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WE ARE OPENING TWO Spanish Language CLASSES for younger elementary students. Classes start February 3rd.
Tuesdays (3 &4 year olds): 3:45-4:45pm
Tuesdays (5,6 & 7 year olds): 5:00-6:00pm
Expose your child to a foreign language in a FUN Christian environment where they will learn through song, play and manipulative activities.For more information including tuition cost and teacher bio visit our Children's Page on the Church Website.
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Join the Choir!
There's still room for more voices to join in the singing! We're adding handbells into some of the music, too--so ringers are welcome.
Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings, from 7:30-9pm in the Choir Room. Everyone's welcome. Come share your gifts and be a part of some amazing music-making to glorify God. |
Altar Flowers 2015
Would you like to purchase altar flowers for the sanctuary for Sundayworship? It's easy! Just click this link and fill out the order form.
Cost: $45
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Community Events and Other Opportunities:
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Wanting more training to be a leader in the church?
On Saturday, February 7, our West District is hosting a one-day training event for church leaders, with workshops on a wide range of topics. The event is from 8am-2pm, at Holman UMC in Los Angeles (3320 W Adams Blvd).
After January 20, registration is $20 (including lunch).
See a list of workshop, and register online here.
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 We need more rummage...
Our United Methodist Women are currently working hard sorting your rummage donations for the next rummage sale. It's time to clean out your closets, garages and storage units and bring those treasures to church. Donations are accepted Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm. Items we cannot accept: box televisions, old CRT computer monitors, strollers, car seats, certain cribs, used mattresses and bed pillows and stuffed animals. If you are uncertain about an item, please contact the office for advice. Mark your calendars...the next sale isFriday and Saturday, March 6 and 7.
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This Week at Church...
Endowment Committee Meeting, Monday, Jan 26, 7pm, Epworth Lounge
Mary Circle Meeting, Monday, Jan 26, 7pm, May Day Parlor "If We Build It"---Saturday, Jan 31, 8am-noon, Fellowship Hall
Nursery (6 weeks-2 years):
The Nursery is open during both services: 8:30am for ages 6 weeks to 6 yrs old and 10:30am for children 6 weeks to 4 yrs old. Located right off of the parking lot across Epworth Lounge. Any questions email the Nursery Coordinator: Adriana Hwang
Children's Ministry (Preschool- 3rd Grade):
8:30am: Join us in service! Look for special activities on the children's cart that invite children to engage with the message.
10:30am: This week's Bible story is "Jonah and the Big Fish" from Jonah 1-4 (Spark Story Bible pages 190-193). Lesson Focus: "We can't hide from God"
Church R Us (4th and 5th grade):
8:30am: Join us in service! Look for special activities on the children's cart that invite children to engage with the message.
10:30am: CRU class meets in its newly refurbished room (work in progress!) above the nursery. This week's Bible story is "Jonah and the Big Fish" from Jonah 1-4. Lesson Focus: "Sorry God! Not MY plan"
Youth Group (6th-12th grade):
-Parent Meeting January 25th (3-4pm)! We'll talk about lots of stuff!
-Baja Mission 2015 Meeting Jan 25 (4-5pm)! Come with questions!
-Conference Winter Retreat: What Does the Lord Require of You (Feb 15-17): Registration is due Jan 28th.
-SSP Weekend of Service in South LA (April 10-12): Registration DueFebruary 23rd.
-Big Bear Youth Retreat was fantastic! Oh mylanta!
-Middle School Sunday School? Yep! Remember, we meet every other week.
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Men's Breakfast:
Our next breakfast is Monday, February 2 at 7AM. Coco's Restaurant, 18120 Hawthorne Blvd. (Hawthorne and 182nd) All men of the church and their friends are welcome to join us for fellowship.
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20/30 group: This young adult group is a casual gathering of people in their 20's and 30's looking to connect with other young adults who attend the same church. Contact Amanda Kuczun for info on upcoming events!
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First United Methodist Church of Redondo Beach
310-372-8445 main 310-372-5696 fax
Reverend Molly Vetter, Lead & Teaching Pastor PastorMolly@beachfaith.com
Ernie Valenzuela, Administrative Assistant x101 Ernie@beachfaith.com
First United Methodist Church
243 S. Broadway Street
Redondo Beach, California 90277 United States
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