CALIFORNIA WILDFIRE DISASTER RELIEF

Please see the Worship Guide insert today regarding how United Methodists contribute to providing disaster relief for Californians impacted by the Santa Ana-driven wildfires and the devastation they bring to families, buildings, businesses, and the environment. Help by contributing to UMCOR (United Methodist Committee On Relief) or any assisting organization. You can give to UMCOR, by indicating it in the memo section of your check or by selecting UMCOR when giving online.

Join a Supper Club This Spring

We’re excited to announce the start of a new season of Supper Clubs, beginning in February and continuing through the spring! These groups of 6-8 people will gather to share a meal and enjoy meaningful fellowship, all with the goal of getting to know one another in a relaxed setting beyond Sunday mornings. Life moves fast, but Supper Clubs offer the chance to slow down, enjoy great company, and build deeper connections with others in our church family. Sign up in the East Wing or on the “Sign-Ups Page” on our website. Let’s share meals, stories, and laughter together.

Join Us for Our Next Community Dinner

You’re invited to our next Community Dinner on Sunday, January 26, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal and connect with others in our community. We encourage you to pick up some invitation cards and share them with your friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers. Let’s spread the word and share the love! If you’re interested in helping with this event, please contact the Church Office for more details. We look forward to seeing you there!

Celebrating the Growth of Our 2025 Stewardship Campaign

We are thrilled to share the incredible results of our 2025 Stewardship Campaign, “Rooted in Grace & Generosity.”

This year, we received 29 pledges totaling $82,998—a remarkable 32% increase in pledged giving compared to 2024, which had the same number of pledges totaling $62,682.

Thank You! We are deeply grateful to everyone who pledged their support. Your generosity reflects our shared commitment to growing in faith, serving our community, and furthering God’s work through our church. Still Time to Pledge! If you would still like to make a pledge, you can do so at any time. Your support, no matter the amount, significantly impacts the Kingdom of God. Let’s continue to grow together, rooted in grace and generosity!

Support Our Free Little Pantries

This is a vital resource for those in need, and we need your help to keep them stocked! We are collecting non-perishable dry and canned goods to serve our community. When choosing items, please include foods requiring little to no preparation, especially to support our unhoused neighbors. Bring your donations to the East Wing. Together, we can make a difference!

SUNDAY, JAN 19

• Worship, 9:30 am – Sanctuary & Online
• Nursery (Infants-PK4), 9:30 am – Room 10
• Children’s Sunday School (Grades K-5), 10 am – Room 11
• Coffee & Conversation, 10:45ish am – Care & Share Room

MONDAY, JAN 20

• Office Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr Day
• MLK, Jr Parade, 11 am – Downtown
• Boy Scout Troop #334, 6 pm – Scout House & Pavilion
• Monday Night BS, 6:45 pm – Care & Share Room
• Alcoholics Anonymous (Gratitude), 8 pm – Fellowship Hall & Room 11

TUESDAY, JAN 21

• Alcoholics Anonymous (Fe y Esperanza), 8 pm – Module #31
• Alcoholics Anonymous (Recovery Begins), 8 pm – Fellowship Hall

WEDNESDAY, JAN 22

• No Activities Scheduled

THURSDAY, JAN 23

• Alcoholics Anonymous (Serenity, Back to the 40s), 11 am – Module #31
• Pumpkin Patch Leader Meeting, 6:30 pm – Care & Share Room
• Alcoholics Anonymous (A Clear View to the Big Book), 7:30 pm – Module #32

FRIDAY, JAN 24

• St. Augustine Pilgrimage (Friday & Saturday)
• Alcoholics Anonymous (Fe y Esperanza), 8 pm – Module #31

SATURDAY, JAN 25

• St. Augustine Pilgrimage (Friday & Saturday)
• Adopt-A-Block Food Distribution, 9 am – Fellowship Hall

SUNDAY, JAN 26 - Recognition of Elected Church Leaders

• Worship, 9:30 am – Sanctuary & Online
• Nursery (Infants-PK4), 9:30 am – Room #10
• Children’s Sunday School (Grades K-5), 10 am – East Wing Classroom
• Coffee & Conversation, 10:45ish am – Care & Share Room
• Free Community Meal, 5-6:30 pm – Fellowship Hall

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Jan 20 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - Office Closed

Jan 24-25 St. Augustine Pilgrimage - sign up today

Jan 26 Recognition of Elected Church Leaders

Jan 26 Free Community Dinner, Fellowship Hall, 5-6:30 pm

Feb 2-4 Pastor Erick at Board of Ministry Interviews

Feb 4 Church Leadership Team Meeting, C&S Room, 6:30 pm

Feb 5 Lealman Community Association Meeting, 7 pm

Feb 12 Taízé Prayer Service “Love One Another” ^{St. John’s Episcopal Church (1676 S. Belcher Rd, Clearwater)}

Feb 23 Free Community Dinner, Fellowship Hall, 5-6:30 pm

Mar 5 Ash Wednesday Worship, 7 pm

STEWARDSHIP OF PRESENCE & GIFTS

Week of January 25, 2025

Worship

63

Online Worship

15

Giving Received This Week

$1,851.56

Giving Needed Weekly

$1,731.00

 2025 Year to Date

Worship (avg weekly)

64

Online (avg weekly)

15

Giving Received YTD

$3,915.85

Giving Needed YTD

$3,462.00