COMING UP…
FREE Pot Luck Dinner
Have you attended Wednesday night supper, Thanksgiving dinner or even relief meals after Hurricane Ivan at the Soundside Campus ? Dewitt has been serving us here at GBUMC for many years and on Tuesday, August 31, the Band of Brothers will host a pot luck dinner honoring Chef DeWitt Harden. THE ENTIRE CONGREGATION IS INVITED to bring your favorite side dish or dessert and come enjoy some of the men’s famous BBQ pulled pork at 5:30 pm at the Soundside Campus. If you’d like to come to dinner or help out with all the preparations, please RSVP to bandofbrothers@gbumc.org. or sign up at the front desk of either campus.
Promotion Sunday
On Sunday, August 29, all children and youth will celebrate Promotion Sunday on both campuses. Each child will go to their new grade/age level class, meet their new leaders and begin an awesome new year of learning about the love of Jesus and how He teaches us to love one another.
Kidz of Praise
A unique music experience for children with children’s choir, praise choir, drama, hand bells, and much more begins September 13 and 15 at the Fairpoint Campus. Grades K-2 will meet on Mondays from 3:00-4:30 pm and grades 3-5 will meet Wednesday s from 3:00-4:30 pm.
Would you like to know more about GB United Methodist Church?
If you have been attending 2 weeks or 20 years and you have questions about our mission, vision, values or how you can get more involved, then please come to the First Steps luncheon on Sunday, September 12 at 11:45 am in Room 22 of the Soundside Campus. Pastors Scott Veroneau and Jim Bell will be there to answer your questions and you’ll have the chance to have lunch with some other nice folks like you. Childcare will be provided. For more information contact Tammy at tgilley@gbumc.org.
Great Dates
Our marriages never outgrow the need for a little attention now and then, so on Friday, September 3 from 6:00-9:00 pm it’s “Date Night” at the Soundside Campus. We’ll provide the childcare and you provide the date. At the beginning of the evening, we’ll gather for 10 minutes at the for the “thought for the night” and each couple receives a handout to take with them on their date. The cost is $15 for couples with one or two children and $20 for couples with three or more. Please make childcare reservations at 916-1660.
What’s for Dinner?
We’ll be serving up a delicious dinner on Wednesday, September 1, 5:00-6:00 pm at the Fairpoint Campus. Bring your appetite and a friend then plan to stay afterward for The Table service in the Chapel at 6:00 pm.
SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME: The Best of the Holy Land with Dr. Herb Sadler
On Sunday, September 12 at 6:00 pm in the Lecture Hall of the Fairpoint Campus, Herb will hold a meeting for all who will be on pilgrimage to the Holy Land in February of next year. If you think you would like to go on this 10-day trip which includes round-trip airfare, first class hotels, and two meals per day please plan to attend this informative meeting. We will talk about itinerary, costs, safety in Israel, and an introduction to the land of the Bible. Herb will answer questions and give a basic overview. For more information click here or visit the front desk of the Fairpoint or Soundside Campus.
Women’s Bible Study
Learn how to be more like Jesus through spiritual growth, fasting, and prayer in a seven-session Bible study on spiritual disciplines. This women’s group will meet beginning Thursday, September 2 at 6:30 pm at a home in “Holley by the Sea.” Contact Jennifer Moyer at 936-7164 or Marcia Sanders at 939-3206 for more information.
“One in a Million”
Be encouraged to fully engage in the abundant life God has waiting in this Priscilla Shirer 7-session DVD-based study. Join with other women on Tuesday, September 7 at the Soundside Campus, 9:30 am. Workbook is $13. Childcare provided.
“Faithful Abundant True” Deeper Still
Find yourself challenged to faithfulness, to trust God’s abundance and to grow in discernment in this study that begins Wednesday, September 8 at 9:30 am at the Fairpoint Campus. Workbooks will be at the first session for this DVD-based study for women with segments presented by Kay Arthur, Priscilla Shirer and Beth Moore. Childcare provided.
Beginner Pilates
Certified instructor, Ashley Keigley facilitates this class for women of all ages which includes prayer and devotional beginning on Wednesday, September 8 at 8:30 am at the Fairpoint Campus. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat. Short medical history and exercise background forms to be completed. Childcare available.
Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted (Young Moms Group)
This seven-week DVD-based study by Priscilla Shirer looks at what do we do when God interrupts our lives. Starting on Wednesday, September 8 at 9:30 at the Fairpoint Campus, learn that interruption is actually God's invitation to do something beyond our wildest dreams. Facilitated by Lisa Smith. Childcare is provided.
Women's Hobby Night
Bring your scrapbooking, cardmaking, needlework or other hobby project to the Soundside Campus the second Wednesday of each month from 5-8 pm. Beginning on September 8 spend some time with your GBUMC friends and work on your favorite craft at the same time. Bring a snack to share if you like. Childcare is available.
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