| First United Methodist of Redondo Beach |
Weekly News
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Thursday, June 4, 2015
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Pastor Molly, preaching
8:30am in the Epworth Lounge
9:30am Adult Sunday School in Heath Chapel
10:30am in the Sanctuary
Sunday's Sermon & Scripture:
"Be Made Well"
Mark 5:21-43
Text: Mark 5:21 Yeshua crossed in the boat to the other side of the lake, and a great crowd gathered around him. 22 There came to him a synagogue official, Ya’ir by name, who fell at his feet 23 and pleaded desperately with him, “My little daughter is at the point of death. Please! Come and lay your hands on her, so that she will get well and live!”
24 He went with him; and a large crowd followed, pressing all around him. 25 Among them was a woman who had had a hemorrhage for twelve years 26 and had suffered a great deal under many physicians. She had spent her life savings; yet instead of improving, she had grown worse. 27 She had heard about Yeshua, so she came up behind him in the crowd and touched his robe; 28 for she said, “If I touch even his clothes, I will be healed.” 29 Instantly the hemorrhaging stopped, and she felt in her body that she had been healed from the disease. 30 At the same time, Yeshua, aware that power had gone out from him, turned around in the crowd and asked, “Who touched my clothes?” 31 His talmidim responded, “You see the people pressing in on you; and still you ask, ‘Who touched me?’” 32 But he kept looking around to see who had done it. 33 The woman, frightened and trembling, because she knew what had happened to her, came and fell down in front of him and told him the whole truth. 34 “Daughter,” he said to her, “your trust has healed you. Go in peace, and be healed of your disease.”
35 While he was still speaking, people from the synagogue official’s house came, saying, “Your daughter has died. Why bother the rabbi any longer?” 36 Ignoring what they had said, Yeshua told the synagogue official, “Don’t be afraid, just keep trusting.” 37 He let no one follow him except Kefa, Ya‘akov and Yochanan, Ya‘akov’s brother. 38 When they came to the synagogue official’s house, he found a great commotion, with people weeping and wailing loudly. 39 On entering, he said to them, “Why all this commotion and weeping? The child isn’t dead, she’s just asleep!” 40 And they jeered at him. But he put them all outside, took the child’s father and mother and those with him, and went in where the child was. 41 Taking her by the hand, he said to her, “Talita, kumi!” (which means, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!”). 42 At once the girl got up and began walking around; she was twelve years old. Everybody was utterly amazed. 43 He gave them strict orders to say nothing about this to anyone, and told them to give her something to eat.
John Wesley's Notes-Commentary for: Mark 5:21-43
Verse 21
[21] And when Jesus was passed over again by ship unto the other side, much people gathered unto him: and he was nigh unto the sea.
Luke 8:40.
Verse 22
[22] And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he fell at his feet,
One of the rulers of the synagogue — To regulate the affairs of every synagogue, there was a council of grave men. Over these was a president, who was termed the ruler of the synagogue. Sometimes there was no more than one ruler in a synagogue. Matthew 9:18; Luke 8:41.
Verse 25
[25] And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years,
Matthew 9:20; Luke 8:43.
Verse 37
[37] And he suffered no man to follow him, save Peter, and James, and John the brother of James.
John, the brother of James — When St. Mark wrote, not long after our Lord's ascension, the memory of St. James, lately beheaded, was so fresh, that his name was more known than that of John himself.
Verse 40
[40] And they laughed him to scorn. But when he had put them all out, he taketh the father and the mother of the damsel, and them that were with him, and entereth in where the damsel was lying.
Them that were with him — Peter, James, and John.
Verse 43
[43] And he charged them straitly that no man should know it; and commanded that something should be given her to eat.
He charged them that no man should know it — That he might avoid every appearance of vain glory, might prevent too great a concourse of people, and might not farther enrage the scribes and Pharisees against him; the time for his death, and for the full manifestation of his glory, being not yet come.
He commanded something should be given her to eat — So that when either natural or spiritual life is restored, even by immediate miracle, all proper means are to be used in order to preserve it.
In This IssueYouth Sunday
Parking Reminder
Graduates: June 14
Dinner Church
From the Lay Leader
Worship Survey
Softball
New Men's Group
Book Club
Baby Shower
Women's Retreat Weekend
Altar Flowers
Community Events
Like us on Facebook
This Week at Church...
20/30 Group
www.beachfaith.org
The Church office is regularly open from 9am - 4pm,
Monday to Thursday.
Adult Bible Study
The Pastor's Bible Study meets Thursdays at 11:00amin May Day Parlor.
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Adult Sunday School:Bible Study in Health Chapel 9:30-10:15am
The class is a Bible Study and discussion. Led by Helen Stockwell.
A Church That Responds to the Needs of the Community
Every Wednesday, with help from neighbor congregations and many volunteers, we host Shared Bread, a free meal for the community.
(Click the logo for more information.)
Groceries = $$ for Church
Looking for an easy way to support our church? Now you can do your grocery shopping and the store will give a percentage back to FUMCRB! Click the image on the left to learn how you can sign up for this easy giving program. Our Stewardship Team can answer any questions!
WANT TO STAY CURRENT ON ANNUAL CONFERENCE NEWS?
CLICK THE IMAGE ON THE RIGHT TO LINK TO THE CAL-PAC WEBSITE.
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You may also visit the new website for the entire denomination of United Methodist Church here.
Want to see photos of past church activities and events?
Check out our Flickr page and ourFacebook page
Do you have concerns, ideas or input about our church that you want to be heard?
You are welcome to reach out to our leaders!
You can contact our Pastor, Molly Vetter.
Our Staff-Parish Relations Committee, which is responsible for staff and pastoral oversight, is led by Darrell Uran.
Nina Dooley is the Chair of our Church Council.
Johnna Kosnoff is our Lay Leader.
READERS FOR SUNDAY WORSHIP & Morning Snack Hosts
We are always looking for people who want to be a part of Sunday morning worship & fellowship. If you would like to be liturgist at either the 8:30 or10:30 service (or both) just click the following link. On the same page, you may sign up to host morning snacks, too. It's a wonderful way to serve. You will receive email confirmation of the date and the office will email all the reading a couple days before.
SIGN UP HERE
A Church That Responds to the Needs of the Community
Every Wednesday, with help from neighbor congregations and many volunteers, we host Shared Bread, a free meal for the community.
(Click the logo for more information.)
Groceries = $$ for Church
Looking for an easy way to support our church? Now you can do your grocery shopping and the store will give a percentage back to FUMCRB! Click the image on the left to learn how you can sign up for this easy giving program. Our Stewardship Team can answer any questions!
WANT TO STAY CURRENT ON ANNUAL CONFERENCE NEWS?
CLICK THE IMAGE ON THE RIGHT TO LINK TO THE CAL-PAC WEBSITE.
______________________________
You may also visit the new website for the entire denomination of United Methodist Church here.
Want to see photos of past church activities and events?
Check out our Flickr page and ourFacebook page
Do you have concerns, ideas or input about our church that you want to be heard?
You are welcome to reach out to our leaders!
You can contact our Pastor, Molly Vetter.
Our Staff-Parish Relations Committee, which is responsible for staff and pastoral oversight, is led by Darrell Uran.
Nina Dooley is the Chair of our Church Council.
Johnna Kosnoff is our Lay Leader.
READERS FOR SUNDAY WORSHIP & Morning Snack Hosts
We are always looking for people who want to be a part of Sunday morning worship & fellowship. If you would like to be liturgist at either the 8:30 or10:30 service (or both) just click the following link. On the same page, you may sign up to host morning snacks, too. It's a wonderful way to serve. You will receive email confirmation of the date and the office will email all the reading a couple days before.
SIGN UP HERE
Faith that Makes us Whole
There has been more conversation about homelessness in our community in the past few weeks; a recent countywide study gave us new numbers to describe a disturbing increase in the number of people who are homeless in our community and region.
This study has provided occasion for more conversations--and attempts to name solutions and designate blame. I've been disturbed to read allegations that the problem of homelessness in our community is made worse by churches like ours that offer food to the hungry, and I've been offended by ways of talking about homeless people that imply they are worth less than other people. Homelessness is not a problem that we solve by simply pushing it to someone else's backyard.
Again and again in our Gospel, I read stories of Jesus lifting up and healing the people who had seemed to be insignificant. And he commands us to do the same--to serve the "least of these" in our midst.
At Shared Bread each Wednesday, hungry people are invited to sit at tables and eat. We do not ask people to prove their hunger or demonstrate their need; we serve people with homes and without. We share food with those who come because we believe we are commanded to care for others, and because caring for others is part of what makes us whole--it helps us be remade in the image of Christ.
Living out our faith by serving the hungry is one way we are made whole, healed and given a way to share in salvation.
Like you, I hope for a solution to homelessness in our community, and will collaborate in efforts to do so. In the meantime, I'm also committed to continuing the work of offering food to the hungry and affirming the dignity and worth of all people.
Grace and peace,
Pastor Molly
Contact Info
Pastor Molly Vetter
PastorMolly@BeachFaith.com
310-372-8445 x 102
Join us on Sunday, June 14, for Youth Sunday!
The youth will plan and lead worship, and the graduating seniors will speak -- at 8:30 and 10:30. We will also honor other who graduate--at all levels--in worship.
After 10:30 worship, we invite you to the Youth Banquet, to celebrate our youth ministry and graduating seniors. Tickets are $15, and lunch will be catered Mexican food. They will be available at church starting May 31, or at the door.
We encourage people of all ages and stages of life to come and see what our youth have been up to, and support this meaningful ministry!
Youth Banquet
June 14, 11:30 AM
Everyone invited! Come celebrate our
year of Youth Ministry!
Tickets on Sale May 31st: $15
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.
There has been more conversation about homelessness in our community in the past few weeks; a recent countywide study gave us new numbers to describe a disturbing increase in the number of people who are homeless in our community and region.
This study has provided occasion for more conversations--and attempts to name solutions and designate blame. I've been disturbed to read allegations that the problem of homelessness in our community is made worse by churches like ours that offer food to the hungry, and I've been offended by ways of talking about homeless people that imply they are worth less than other people. Homelessness is not a problem that we solve by simply pushing it to someone else's backyard.
Again and again in our Gospel, I read stories of Jesus lifting up and healing the people who had seemed to be insignificant. And he commands us to do the same--to serve the "least of these" in our midst.
At Shared Bread each Wednesday, hungry people are invited to sit at tables and eat. We do not ask people to prove their hunger or demonstrate their need; we serve people with homes and without. We share food with those who come because we believe we are commanded to care for others, and because caring for others is part of what makes us whole--it helps us be remade in the image of Christ.
Living out our faith by serving the hungry is one way we are made whole, healed and given a way to share in salvation.
Like you, I hope for a solution to homelessness in our community, and will collaborate in efforts to do so. In the meantime, I'm also committed to continuing the work of offering food to the hungry and affirming the dignity and worth of all people.
Grace and peace,
Pastor Molly
Contact Info
Pastor Molly Vetter
PastorMolly@BeachFaith.com
310-372-8445 x 102
Join us on Sunday, June 14, for Youth Sunday!
The youth will plan and lead worship, and the graduating seniors will speak -- at 8:30 and 10:30. We will also honor other who graduate--at all levels--in worship.
After 10:30 worship, we invite you to the Youth Banquet, to celebrate our youth ministry and graduating seniors. Tickets are $15, and lunch will be catered Mexican food. They will be available at church starting May 31, or at the door.
We encourage people of all ages and stages of life to come and see what our youth have been up to, and support this meaningful ministry!
Youth Banquet
June 14, 11:30 AM
Everyone invited! Come celebrate our
year of Youth Ministry!
Tickets on Sale May 31st: $15
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.
Celebrating Graduates: June 14
On Sunday, June 14, we will celebrate our graduating High School Seniors, as well as all others who are graduating (at any level). If you have a family member who you' like to include in our list of graduates, please email Ernie in the church office, with their name, the school they're graduating from (and any degree/program information), as well as plans for what they will do next (if that applies). Please get us your information by Tuesday, June 9.
A New Worship Opportunity this Summer:
Simple Sunday Dinner Church
Thursdays in July, 6-8pm
at the home of Rev. Nicole Reilley and Dr. Jeff Luther in RPV
If you missed Sunday, if you have a friend you'd like to introduce to a new style of worship, if you are looking to connect in a different way through participation, community and sharing your thoughts and questions...
Join us in a 5-week worship experiment this summer. Click thru to read more.
On Sunday, June 14, we will celebrate our graduating High School Seniors, as well as all others who are graduating (at any level). If you have a family member who you' like to include in our list of graduates, please email Ernie in the church office, with their name, the school they're graduating from (and any degree/program information), as well as plans for what they will do next (if that applies). Please get us your information by Tuesday, June 9.
A New Worship Opportunity this Summer:
Simple Sunday Dinner Church
Thursdays in July, 6-8pm
at the home of Rev. Nicole Reilley and Dr. Jeff Luther in RPV
If you missed Sunday, if you have a friend you'd like to introduce to a new style of worship, if you are looking to connect in a different way through participation, community and sharing your thoughts and questions...
Join us in a 5-week worship experiment this summer. Click thru to read more.
From the Lay Leader, Johnna Kosnoff
bi-weekly thoughts and reflections from our church Lay Leader
Preparing Our Hearts, Minds And Soul For Sunday Worship
"I've been thinking about how we prepare for Sunday morning worship in my home. Lately, we wake up, walk the dog, eat and rush off to church; yet, I know this rushing around doesn't help my heart and mind prepare to receive God and to bless others.
Hebrews 10:22-25 says in part, " let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings. Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing." I think this may be the only bible verse that specifically encourages regular church attendance, and, as a mom of two teens, it's been helpful to quote!
So, how do I draw near to God with a sincere heart and spur others on toward love and good deeds for Sunday worship? I've been thinking of ideas for my family. Here are a few I discovered..." "Preparing For Sunday Worship" by Johnna Kosnoff
I’ve been thinking about how we prepare for Sunday morning worship in my home. Lately, we wake up, walk the dog, eat and rush off to church; yet, I know this rushing around doesn’t help my heart and mind prepare to receive God and to bless others.
Hebrews 10:22-25 says in part, “ let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings. Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing.” I think this may be the only bible verse that specifically encourages regular church attendance, and, as a mom of two teens, it’s been helpful to quote!
So, how do I draw near to God with a sincere heart and spur others on toward love and good deeds for Sunday worship? I’ve been thinking of ideas for my family. Here are a few I discovered.
Read the rest of Johnna's recent "From the Lay Leader" column on our website by clicking here.
The Lay Looker, Bob Peterson
a view from the pew from a longtime member of our church
Read the rest of Bob's recent Lay Looker columns on our website by clicking here.
A Worship Survey
As we reach the 1-year anniversary of our blended 10:30 worship service, our Worship and Music Committee wants to know more about your worship experiences.
This Sunday, June 7, during 10:30 worship we will invite you to take a moment to answer these reflective questions. In hopes that you might start thinking about them sooner, here are the questions:
During the past year, what have you found meaningful and helpful during worship?
During the past year, what musical highlights and/or presentations do you recall as having an impact on your Sunday worship?
Has anything gotten in the way of your experiencing a meaningful worship? If so, please explain.
Do you invite others to worship with us? Why or why not? (If so, what do you highlight in your invitation?)
What do you take with you from Sunday worship for the following week?
Download and print the survey here, complete it online here, or fill it out in worship June 7.
bi-weekly thoughts and reflections from our church Lay Leader
Preparing Our Hearts, Minds And Soul For Sunday Worship
"I've been thinking about how we prepare for Sunday morning worship in my home. Lately, we wake up, walk the dog, eat and rush off to church; yet, I know this rushing around doesn't help my heart and mind prepare to receive God and to bless others.
Hebrews 10:22-25 says in part, " let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings. Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing." I think this may be the only bible verse that specifically encourages regular church attendance, and, as a mom of two teens, it's been helpful to quote!
So, how do I draw near to God with a sincere heart and spur others on toward love and good deeds for Sunday worship? I've been thinking of ideas for my family. Here are a few I discovered..." "Preparing For Sunday Worship" by Johnna Kosnoff
I’ve been thinking about how we prepare for Sunday morning worship in my home. Lately, we wake up, walk the dog, eat and rush off to church; yet, I know this rushing around doesn’t help my heart and mind prepare to receive God and to bless others.
Hebrews 10:22-25 says in part, “ let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings. Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing.” I think this may be the only bible verse that specifically encourages regular church attendance, and, as a mom of two teens, it’s been helpful to quote!
So, how do I draw near to God with a sincere heart and spur others on toward love and good deeds for Sunday worship? I’ve been thinking of ideas for my family. Here are a few I discovered.
- During the week, pray for Pastor Molly, staff, musicians, ushers, greeters, liturgists and other laity who strive to help us meet God on Sunday morning.
- Read the scripture prior to Sunday and begin to think about how it applies to my life. The scripture for Sunday is published in the Thursday eNews. (If you have young kids, you could post a special verse from it on your refrigerator to share with them during the week.)
- Pray that God will reveal what I need to receive while at church and that I will receive it with gratefulness and humility.
- Pray that God will help me rightly respond to Him in my song, confession, hearing the sermon, receiving communion and giving of my finances.
- Pray that God will help me remember that worship is not just about me; ask him to show me how to spur others on in love as I greet, speak, pray for and care for others throughout the morning.
- Arrive early enough to sit and read through the bulletin, think through the scripture, meditate on the songs we are about to sing and pray that God’s Spirit will speak to all who are present as His word is preached, sung, read and studied. And, this week, it would be helpful to pray that God will remind me of specific worship details over the past year that will help me thoughtfully complete the questionnaire prepared by our Worship and Music Committee.
Read the rest of Johnna's recent "From the Lay Leader" column on our website by clicking here.
The Lay Looker, Bob Peterson
a view from the pew from a longtime member of our church
Read the rest of Bob's recent Lay Looker columns on our website by clicking here.
A Worship Survey
As we reach the 1-year anniversary of our blended 10:30 worship service, our Worship and Music Committee wants to know more about your worship experiences.
This Sunday, June 7, during 10:30 worship we will invite you to take a moment to answer these reflective questions. In hopes that you might start thinking about them sooner, here are the questions:
During the past year, what have you found meaningful and helpful during worship?
During the past year, what musical highlights and/or presentations do you recall as having an impact on your Sunday worship?
Has anything gotten in the way of your experiencing a meaningful worship? If so, please explain.
Do you invite others to worship with us? Why or why not? (If so, what do you highlight in your invitation?)
What do you take with you from Sunday worship for the following week?
Download and print the survey here, complete it online here, or fill it out in worship June 7.
COME CHEER ON OUR SOFTBALL TEAM!
NEXT GAME: June 7 --- 7:10pm vs Pitch Please
at Wilson Park Field -
2200 Crenshaw Bl, Torrance, CA 90501 map
Download the whole schedule of games here(subject to change)
"Like" their Facebook page to get game updates and see photos.
Our team has played well--thanks to everyone who's played and cheered us on. We have a 1-1 record, and are ranked 2nd in the league!
To All Men of the church,
During the January 31st Check into Church planning meeting, there were a number of men that said they would be interested in a Men's Ministry group. A number of us have met one Sunday between services, then we have met twice on Monday evenings. The last meeting was Tuesday evening and we had a discussion on being "rich". We watched a video, then had a discussion on what this means to each of us with our Christian lives using scripture from 1 Timothy 6:17-19.
Our next topic will involve the Bible, led by Don Pearson. Don has provided a study guide and an outline for the discussion.
We have established the 3rd Monday as the normal meeting date, but the next meeting will be held on June 15th at 7:00 PM. We want to invite all men to this meeting. Please respond to the Realm Email to register for the group. We would like to build a group listing of all that are interested.
Regards,
Chad Ahrens, Gary Baughman, Paul Caldwell, Carl Harrison, John Kirk, Don Pearson, Darrell Uran & Joe Zeiler
NEXT GAME: June 7 --- 7:10pm vs Pitch Please
at Wilson Park Field -
2200 Crenshaw Bl, Torrance, CA 90501 map
Download the whole schedule of games here(subject to change)
"Like" their Facebook page to get game updates and see photos.
Our team has played well--thanks to everyone who's played and cheered us on. We have a 1-1 record, and are ranked 2nd in the league!
To All Men of the church,
During the January 31st Check into Church planning meeting, there were a number of men that said they would be interested in a Men's Ministry group. A number of us have met one Sunday between services, then we have met twice on Monday evenings. The last meeting was Tuesday evening and we had a discussion on being "rich". We watched a video, then had a discussion on what this means to each of us with our Christian lives using scripture from 1 Timothy 6:17-19.
Our next topic will involve the Bible, led by Don Pearson. Don has provided a study guide and an outline for the discussion.
We have established the 3rd Monday as the normal meeting date, but the next meeting will be held on June 15th at 7:00 PM. We want to invite all men to this meeting. Please respond to the Realm Email to register for the group. We would like to build a group listing of all that are interested.
Regards,
Chad Ahrens, Gary Baughman, Paul Caldwell, Carl Harrison, John Kirk, Don Pearson, Darrell Uran & Joe Zeiler
BOOK CLUB: July 16, 7pm
Book Club met for the first time on May 28 to discuss Father Greg Boyle's book, "Tattoos on the Heart." Discussion and observations, together with laughs, digressions, and yummy desserts, made for an enjoyable evening.
Next gathering will be Thursday, July 16, 7:00pm, in the May Day Parlor, and the book selected for discussion is "The Well Women." A contemporary novel by Ladine Housholder, it tells the story of a group of women friends who travel to the West Bank city of Nablus to visit the historic site of Jacob's Well, where Jesus encountered the Samaritan woman. This book is on the UMW 2015 reading program list, and available for sign-out in MayDay Parlor. It is also available from Amazon. We hope you will circle the date and plan to join us.
Any questions? Call or email Ann at 310-371-8379mdgapg@verizonnet or Laura (310) 686-370 larzlaw@gmail.com
A Caring Community
Did you know that we have a ministry that organizes meals and other assistance for church folks in times of need? In the past, we've helped arrange rides to medical appointments, meals for people recovering from surgery, and more. Leila Grantz coordinates this ministry, using online sign-up tools. If you want to be a part of the group that she emails when there is an opportunity to help, or if you know someone who's in need of a little help, please contact the church office or Leila.
We are currently organizing meals in for the Schempp family during Daniel's deployment, and also coordinate delivery of a Shared Bread meal to the Davisons each week.
Baby Shower for Sarah Davenport
Ladies! The girls and women of the youth group invite you to come celebrate with Sarah Davenport as she and her husband Ben prepare for the arrival of their daughter! Ben & Sarah have been instrumental in our youth group in the time they have been volunteers, and we are excited to have an opportunity to bless them in return. We will gather for a light dinner on Saturday, June 6, from 5-7pm in Epworth. Come ready for fun and fellowship! For questions please email Mary Nordine.
RSVP's Needed this week for CRU & Children attending PNO
Next Friday, June 12th at church we will be providing three hours of programming for Preschool aged children-3rd grade. The evening costs $20.00/per child ($5 each additional sibling). Not only do the parents benefit from a night out, but the children are finding time to fellowship with their church friends! We must have a minimum number of RSVP's by Tuesday, June 9th to proceed with this event.
Hey Church R Us-ers (4th & 5th Grade)! We're planning a night of fun for you as well! Please bring $5 for dinner and join us from 5:30-8:30pm.
RSVP's needed by Tuesday, June 9th.
Volunteers Needed:
VBS June 22-26
It takes a large team to make each year successful - Will you come and join the fun?(SENIOR HIGH YOUTH!- We need your leadership!)
Register online & let us know what your interests/talents are!
Training and Prep Meeting:
Come and help us decorate all the rooms!
Saturday, June 20 @ 9am
Contact Katherine for more info: children@beachfaith.com
Items we are collecting for Vacation Bible School:
scooters pogo sticks skateboards helmets
kneepads old tires skates plastic hubcaps
cones road signs sports jerseys license plates
BeachFaith Kids: Summer Programs
(Click the titles to register)
Vacation Bible School
Age 3-8th grade
Junior Highers- Please sign up early. Special activities are being planned for your age group!
June 22-26th, 9am-12:15pm
BeachFaith Theatre
Arts Camp
July 27th- August 7th
Age 3-6th Grade
Production of "Disney's 101 Dalmatians Kids"
on Sunday, Aug. 9th 12noon
A New Way to Connect with your Church Family!
Our church is now using an online, cloud-based system for keeping our records. As a part of this system, members and regular attenders of the church can be invited to log on, where you can find an always-updated church directory, access to information about church groups and committees, and easy options for electronic giving. It's accessible from smart phones, tablets or computers.
Our children and youth departments are switching to this system for keeping all of our registration info--including emergency contact info and health information that we need for events and trips.
You have likely already received an invitation to join Realm--let us know if you need another email reminder, so you can follow the link and log on!
Save the Date...
First UMC Redondo Beach
Women's Spiritual Weekend Retreat
February 5 - 7, 2016
La Casa de Maria
Santa Barbara, California
More information to follow...
Altar Flowers 2015
Would you like to purchase altar flowers for the sanctuary for Sunday worship? It's easy! Just click this link and fill out the order form.
Cost: $45
Community Events and Other Opportunities:
click these headings for links for more information
CalPac Summer Camps 2015: "Living in the Spirit"
Sign up now--discounts for early registration.
Like us on Facebook!
Visit the page and "like" us so you can see and share the latest photos, news and links from the church.
This Week at Church...
Naomi Circle: Tuesday, June 9, 10am in Epworth Lounge
Hannah Circle: Tuesday, June 9, 7pm
Women's Retreat Planning: Wednesday, June 10, 7pm in May Day Parlor
Parent Night Out; Friday, June 12, 5:30-8:30pm
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 NurseryCoordinator: Adriana Hwang
Children's Ministry (Preschool- 3rd Grade):
10:30am:
Church R Us (4th and 5th grade):
10:30am: Join us for Sunday school!
This week we'll be playing games and exploring some of our summer themes. We'll also be saying goodbye to our 5th graders.
Youth Group (6th-12th grade):
-Middle School Sunday School? Yep!
-Sarah & Ben's Baby Shower is this Saturday, June 6th! 5-7pm in Epworth! Their registry is here: http://babyli.st/davenport
-Youth Group this Sunday (June 7)! We're planning for Youth Sunday, and discussing Chapter 8 of Tattoos on the Heart!
For more info on upcoming youth events, check our website!
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Men's Breakfast:
Our next breakfast is Monday, June 15, 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.
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!
First United Methodist Church of Redondo Beach
310-372-8445 main
Book Club met for the first time on May 28 to discuss Father Greg Boyle's book, "Tattoos on the Heart." Discussion and observations, together with laughs, digressions, and yummy desserts, made for an enjoyable evening.
Next gathering will be Thursday, July 16, 7:00pm, in the May Day Parlor, and the book selected for discussion is "The Well Women." A contemporary novel by Ladine Housholder, it tells the story of a group of women friends who travel to the West Bank city of Nablus to visit the historic site of Jacob's Well, where Jesus encountered the Samaritan woman. This book is on the UMW 2015 reading program list, and available for sign-out in MayDay Parlor. It is also available from Amazon. We hope you will circle the date and plan to join us.
Any questions? Call or email Ann at 310-371-8379mdgapg@verizonnet or Laura (310) 686-370 larzlaw@gmail.com
A Caring Community
Did you know that we have a ministry that organizes meals and other assistance for church folks in times of need? In the past, we've helped arrange rides to medical appointments, meals for people recovering from surgery, and more. Leila Grantz coordinates this ministry, using online sign-up tools. If you want to be a part of the group that she emails when there is an opportunity to help, or if you know someone who's in need of a little help, please contact the church office or Leila.
We are currently organizing meals in for the Schempp family during Daniel's deployment, and also coordinate delivery of a Shared Bread meal to the Davisons each week.
Baby Shower for Sarah DavenportLadies! The girls and women of the youth group invite you to come celebrate with Sarah Davenport as she and her husband Ben prepare for the arrival of their daughter! Ben & Sarah have been instrumental in our youth group in the time they have been volunteers, and we are excited to have an opportunity to bless them in return. We will gather for a light dinner on Saturday, June 6, from 5-7pm in Epworth. Come ready for fun and fellowship! For questions please email Mary Nordine.
RSVP's Needed this week for CRU & Children attending PNO
Next Friday, June 12th at church we will be providing three hours of programming for Preschool aged children-3rd grade. The evening costs $20.00/per child ($5 each additional sibling). Not only do the parents benefit from a night out, but the children are finding time to fellowship with their church friends! We must have a minimum number of RSVP's by Tuesday, June 9th to proceed with this event.
Hey Church R Us-ers (4th & 5th Grade)! We're planning a night of fun for you as well! Please bring $5 for dinner and join us from 5:30-8:30pm.
RSVP's needed by Tuesday, June 9th.
Volunteers Needed:
VBS June 22-26
It takes a large team to make each year successful - Will you come and join the fun?(SENIOR HIGH YOUTH!- We need your leadership!)
Register online & let us know what your interests/talents are!
Training and Prep Meeting:
Come and help us decorate all the rooms!
Saturday, June 20 @ 9am
Contact Katherine for more info: children@beachfaith.com
Items we are collecting for Vacation Bible School:
scooters pogo sticks skateboards helmets
kneepads old tires skates plastic hubcaps
cones road signs sports jerseys license plates
BeachFaith Kids: Summer Programs
(Click the titles to register)
Vacation Bible School
Age 3-8th grade
Junior Highers- Please sign up early. Special activities are being planned for your age group!
June 22-26th, 9am-12:15pm
BeachFaith Theatre
Arts Camp
July 27th- August 7th
Age 3-6th Grade
Production of "Disney's 101 Dalmatians Kids"
on Sunday, Aug. 9th 12noon
A New Way to Connect with your Church Family!
Our church is now using an online, cloud-based system for keeping our records. As a part of this system, members and regular attenders of the church can be invited to log on, where you can find an always-updated church directory, access to information about church groups and committees, and easy options for electronic giving. It's accessible from smart phones, tablets or computers.
Our children and youth departments are switching to this system for keeping all of our registration info--including emergency contact info and health information that we need for events and trips.
You have likely already received an invitation to join Realm--let us know if you need another email reminder, so you can follow the link and log on!
Save the Date...
First UMC Redondo Beach
Women's Spiritual Weekend Retreat
February 5 - 7, 2016
La Casa de Maria
Santa Barbara, California
More information to follow...
Altar Flowers 2015
Would you like to purchase altar flowers for the sanctuary for Sunday worship? It's easy! Just click this link and fill out the order form.
Cost: $45
Community Events and Other Opportunities:
click these headings for links for more information
CalPac Summer Camps 2015: "Living in the Spirit"
Sign up now--discounts for early registration.
Like us on Facebook!Visit the page and "like" us so you can see and share the latest photos, news and links from the church.
This Week at Church...
Naomi Circle: Tuesday, June 9, 10am in Epworth Lounge
Hannah Circle: Tuesday, June 9, 7pm
Women's Retreat Planning: Wednesday, June 10, 7pm in May Day Parlor
Parent Night Out; Friday, June 12, 5:30-8:30pm
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 NurseryCoordinator: Adriana Hwang
Children's Ministry (Preschool- 3rd Grade):
10:30am:
Church R Us (4th and 5th grade):
10:30am: Join us for Sunday school!
This week we'll be playing games and exploring some of our summer themes. We'll also be saying goodbye to our 5th graders.
Youth Group (6th-12th grade):
-Middle School Sunday School? Yep!
-Sarah & Ben's Baby Shower is this Saturday, June 6th! 5-7pm in Epworth! Their registry is here: http://babyli.st/davenport
-Youth Group this Sunday (June 7)! We're planning for Youth Sunday, and discussing Chapter 8 of Tattoos on the Heart!
For more info on upcoming youth events, check our website!
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Men's Breakfast:
Our next breakfast is Monday, June 15, 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.
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!
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
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Reverend Molly Vetter, Lead & Teaching Pastor PastorMolly@beachfaith.com
Ernie Valenzuela, Administrative Assistant x101 Ernie@beachfaith.com
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