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SUNDAY WORSHIP – March 23, 2025 – Third Sunday of Lent- Led by Pastor Adam J. Stump
Ministry in Music: Hearts Afire
Scripture: Luke 13:1-9
Message: “Grim Realities”
Those Serving on Sunday:
Ushers/Greeters: Dot Baumgartner & Cindy Carson
Offering Steward: Phil Hurd
Junior Church: Sue Nemchick
Liturgist: Colette Hucko
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Live Stream @ 10:00 am Sundays - Online YouTube service can be accessed on our website www.chcumc.org and choose the option for Live Stream Series for a list of available dates, the Central Highlands Facebook Page or directly by searching Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in YouTube.
This week at Central Highlands March 9th - March 16th
THURS. 3/20 Early Dinner at Red Lobster — 4:00 pm
Choir Practice— 6:00 pm
Bells Practice– 6:30 pm
SUN. 3/23 Sunday School— 9:00 am
Sunday Worship— 10:00 am
MON. 3/24 Audit— 9:00 am
TUE. 3/25 Council Meeting– 7:00 pm
WED. 3/26 Bible Study– 10:00 am
THURS. 3/27 Early Dinner at Longhorn — 4:00 pm
Choir Practice— 6:00 pm
Bells Practice– 6:30 pm
SUN. 3/30 Sunday School— 9:00 am
Sunday Worship— 10:00 am
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UMW Soup Sale- We are selling Quarts of homemade Vegetable and Vegetarian Vegetable Soup for $7.00/quart. You can pick up your “heat and serve lunch/dinner” in the Pastor’s Lounge immediately following worship service on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Guaranteed to “be mm good”!
Easter Egg Hunt– On April 12th from Noon to 2 we’re hosting our annual Easter Egg Hunt. We’re going to provide food for all of the kids. If you’d like to help reach out to Karen Prescott, we’re also currently accepting candy donations in a box in the lobby.
Homecare– Terri Parker is looking for homecare on occasion for her father who recently had a stroke, please see Jan Gronlund or Karen Prescott for more information.
Sarris Sale- The Fundraising Committee is kicking off a fundraiser for March and early April. We are selling Easter Candies through Sarris Candies. Since most of us buy Easter Candy, we are asking that you buy through this program to support the church. To order go to sarriscandiesfundraising.com press the button for supporting a fundraiser, then type in this group-id 10-0541.
Flea Market– As spring cleaning time hits we want you to remember our Flea Market that we’re hosting on April 26th. We would love to have your donated household items and toys. Stay tuned for more information!
“Early Dinner” every Thursday @ 4:00 pm– a group meets at local restaurants for a time of fellowship and good food! If you need a ride, carpooling is available. Tonight we meet at Red Lobster. Please call Karen Prescott (412) 443-5906 if you plan to attend so reservations can be made.
Self Denial Mission- During Lent, instead of buying that cup of coffee and donut, the UMW is asking that you donate that amount to our Self-Denial Mission. This mission is to aid the work of the Elizabeth Salvation Army in helping families in need. The “Self-Denial Jar” can be found in the Narthex, and any amount of donation is welcomed. If writing a check is easier, please make it payable to UMW. A heart-felt thank you in advance for your generosity and care.
Council Meeting– This Tuesday at 7, let the office know if something needs brought up. Thank you!
Highlander– Phil’s working on the Highlander this week give him your announcements as soon as possible.
Bible Study– Bible Study is back baby! This week we’re meeting on Wednesday from 10 to 11:30.
VBS Dates– This summer we’re climbing aboard for Jesus! From July 27th to August 1st we’ll be “train”ing the next generation and teaching them about Jesus. If you’d like to volunteer reach out to Karen Prescott.
VBS Collection– We’re looking for wrapping paper rolls or large cardboard boxes to help build our train for VBS this year. If you’re looking to upgrade your appliances hold onto your boxes cause we can turn those large boxes into train cars!
Meals on Wheels is seeking some new volunteers!! Special needs are for kitchen help on Tuesdays and Fridays and also drivers for Fridays. It doesn’t need to be every week, whenever you can help is gratefully appreciated. Please contact Karen Prescott @ (412) 443-5906.
The Outreach Committee has a collection container on the desk in the Narthex!! They are collecting all plastic caps from water bottles, soda bottles, etc. These caps will be delivered to a patient of Ray Gronlund’s that will recycle for a cause. Please remember to recycle the caps—not just for charity, but for the environment!! “Tabs with a Purpose” – the Outreach Committee is collecting “tabs” from the top of soup, canned goods, beverage cans, and cat food for the Ronald McDonald House in Pittsburgh. Your TRASH gives them CASH! Please deposit them in the container in the Narthex.
Please keep the following members & friends and their families in prayer:
Prayer & Health Concerns: Renee Kanski, Bill, Jensen, Dorothy Fitzgibbons, Bob Magaski, Helen Markus, Cheri Mortle, John Corey, Michael Vuckovich, Bev James, Bev Heid, Joe & Joyce Newmeyer, Elaine Ross, Emily Moore, Kathy Mikesell, Cheryl Burris, Audrey Jacobs, Lois King, Jennifer Herrington, Donna Newingham, Karen Simon, Tyler Scott, Kathy Nestler, Susan Kobosky, Kathy Rusz, Jamie Kanski, Jennifer, Letha, John Adams, Sandy Franks, Donna Carney, Colleen Gantt Kiger, Katrina Greene, JR Coughron, Laura, Bob Miller, Pat Long, Heidi Bailey, Ella Heaton, Jan Leikeram, Ken Kleber, Elizabeth, Anthony, Luke, April Andrejdes, Pam Havaran, Diana Lombardo, Kevin Sas, B.J. Berich, Richard Lofgren, Chuck Puglin, Robin & Family, Keith Waltower, Nancy & Merle Shotwell, Emily, Marlene Sherman, Dee Peters, Tom Coughenour, Jr., Louise Lindberg, Bobbie Lathrop, Lyric, Robin Cowell, Trudy Roman, Peg Kocak, Cheryl Gourley
Families grieving the loss of a loved one: Carothers and McCall Family, Don Ulbrich and the Swonger Family, Durant Family, Heather Corey and Family, Shaffer-Bedell Family, McCullogh Family, Funk Family, Craven Family, Wise Family, Christopher Greenawalt Family, Joseph Harbulak Family, Prescott/Wingrove/Jones Families, Ulrich Family, Howell Family, Ridge/Krol Family, Cray Family, Kubinsky/Wernke Family, Cavanaugh/Rose Family
Our homebound, nursing home and care center members: Carolyn Svec, Edna Stojanovic, Jack Mayfield, Ruth & Jack Brothers, Marie Custer, June Nock, Gail Hankins
Those serving in the Military: Seth Smith, John Anderson, Bryan Bound, Zach Lepley, Frank Coulter, Jared Booth, Joseph Puharic, Christian Painter, Chris McCall, Johnny Summers, Zach Trunzo, Tyberius Ten, William Remaley