BEACON Methodist Church Shalimar United Week of April 9, 2023 Easter Edition THE GOOD NEWS
WELCOME
Shalimar UMC
Lead Pastor
Dr. Philip McVay
Rev. David Garvin Youth Pastor
Rev. Matt Langford Associate Pastor
Gerald Batton Custodian
Chris Bennett Facility & Maintenance Manager
Pat Brantley Office Administrative Assistant
Abigail Denney Media & Communications
Joy Harris Financial Assistant
Denise Heath Finance
Sarah Hicks Children’s Director
Karen Jadin Preschool Director
Tony Mallini Interim Church Administrator
Heyward McKenzie Chef
Amanda Marshall Nursery Coordinator
Leigh J. Rice Respite Director
Dawn Rozofsky After School & Camp Director
Ben Savage Worship Arts
Jeremy Thiess Ministries Assistant
After Hours Emergency Pastoral Assistance
Dr. Philip McVay: (850) 607-1133
Dr. Brad Bradford: (850) 227-4328
Rev. David Garvin: (850) 319-0072
Rev. Matt Langford: (334) 437-3931
Dr. Brad Bradford Worship PastorREACH | TEACH | SEND
Our Vision
Christ-centered, multi-generational, family & community relevant ministries through worship, discipleship, and mission.
Our Mission
We REACH out to our congregation, community, and the world.
We TEACH the word of God as provided in the Holy-Scripture.
We SEND our members and missionaries to be witnesses to God’s grace and His promise of eternal life.
Worship Services
Sunday at Shalimar
Traditions: 8AM & 11AM
Meet us in the Sanctuary as we celebrate through the rich traditions of our faith. Such as hymns led by organ and piano, seasonal vestments, and Traditional Methodist liturgy. Our Chancel Choir leads the 11AM service.
Connect: 9:30AM
Join us in the Sanctuary as we engage in a fourfold service of praise, service of the Word, Holy Communion with candle stations of prayer, and sending forth. Worship is a blend of contemporary praise songs and upbeat hymns.
Freedom: 11:07AM
Located in the Family Life Center Gym as we come together and worship through modern music, Fellowship time, and listen to an inspirational message in a contemporary atmosphere.
This Sunday in Worship
Easter Sunday April 9, 2023
8AM
| TRADITIONS | SANCTUARY
In Person & Online
Message by Dr. Philip McVay
Worship Led by Dr. Brad Bradford
9:30 AM | SANCTUARY
In Person & Online
Message by Dr. Philip McVay
Worship Led by Dr. Brad Bradford
11AM | TRADITIONS
In Person & Online
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SANCTUARY
Message by Dr. Philip McVay
Worship Led by Dr. Brad Bradford
11:07AM | FAMILY LIFE CENTER
In Person & Online
Message by Rev. Matt Langford
Worship Led by Ben Savage and The Freedom Team
When Jesus arrived at Bethany, he was told that Lazarus had already been in his grave for four days. Bethany was only a few miles down the road from Jerusalem, and many of the people had come to console Martha and Mary in their loss. When Martha got word that Jesus was coming, she went to meet him. But Mary stayed in the house.
Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if only you had been here, my brother would not have died. But even now I know that God will give you whatever you ask.”
Jesus told her, “Your brother will rise again.”
“Yes,” Martha said, “he will rise when everyone else rises, at the last day.”
Jesus told her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even after dying. Everyone who lives in me and believes in me will never ever die. Do you believe this, Martha?”
- John 11:17-26
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EASTERTIDE MUSICAL
On Sunday, April 23, our Chancel Choir and Orchestra are performing their Easter musical at all of our Sanctuary services. Join us at 8, 9:30, or 11!
REV. DR. PHILIP MCVAY’S LAST SUNDAY
After 47 years of ministry, our lead pastor, Rev. Dr. Philip McVay is retiring.
We hope you can make plans to attend his last Sunday on April 30. The day will be filled with celebration so we will be having 3 identical services in the Sanctuary followed by a reception in the Family Life Center.
Sunday Services on April 30: 8, 9:30, and 11
Philip’s Reception: 11:45am-2pm
If you would like to donate towards Philip’s retirement gift, please contact Tony Mallini at (850) 651-0721 ext. 106 or tony@shalimar-umc.org
If you have any questions, please contact Wendy Thomas at (850) 240-2844 or wendythomasteam@gmail.com
Click HERE to visit the Church Life page on our website!
YOU NEED TO KNOW TO BE IN THE KNOW.
EVERYTHING
Join us next Sunday, April 16, for a very unique worship service! Our lead pastor, Dr. Philip McVay, will preach his last “Unforgettable Sermon” EVER! Join us at any of our Sanctuary services next Sunday to listen to a sermon you’ll never forget.
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UNFORGETTABLE SERMON
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Philip’s Focus
Three Words that Shaped the World... “HE IS RISEN!”
This Sunday is Easter! We will proclaim the most impactful words in history… “HE IS RISEN!” These words not only changed history but more importantly, hearts. All hearts can be changed our hearts, the hearts of the world, and the words bring the prospect of changing even cold and unchanged hearts.
We will proclaim the good news “HE IS RISEN” and conclude the I AM series. We will have the privilege of hearing the teaching of one more I AM saying… “I AM the resurrection and the life.” This saying comes from John 11:26. The Resurrection, of course, is our main theme on Sunday!
In my forty-seven years of ministry, I have proclaimed around forty different Easter messages. Yet, all have proclaimed the same truth… “HE IS RISEN!” The message never gets old. Each year for varied reasons we need to hear this message again! This year as much as ever.
In fact, as we move toward Easter Sunday, I find myself excited like a child in a candy store. The Holy Spirit has already been at work for weeks preparing me for the upcoming Easter message. This excitement will continue to build, as we journey through the emotions of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday!
Also, I envision the Shalimar United Methodist Church being as a lighthouse for a dark world with the good news of Jesus’ resurrection! The world needs good news. We need good news. Even the church needs a full dose of good news.
I hope you will plan to be in worship at one of our four Easter Worship Services at 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 or 11:07. Also, plan to be here the following Sunday for the Unforgettable Sermon. The excitement is building as we prepare for the three words that shaped the world…HE IS RISEN!
Lead Pastor Dr. Philip McVayphilip@shalimar-umc.org
Week of April 9, 2023
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Sunday, April 9 SS Adults 9:30AM SS Youth 9:30AM SS Special Buddies 9:30AM Kidz Worship 9:30AM Kidz Worship 11AM Special Buddies 5PM Monday, April 10 Bread House 9AM Threads of Love 10AM Lighthouse Rehearsal 6PM Alanon 6PM Trustees Meeting 6:30PM AA 8PM Tuesday, April 11 Deadly Sins Bible Study 9AM Joyful Place 10AM 3rd Grade Bible Study 3:30PM Joy Ringers Bell Rehearsal 5:30PM Blue Star Moms 5:30PM Freedom Rehearsal 6PM Men’s Group 6PM Prayer Group 6PM Deadly Sins Bible Study 6:30PM Wednesday, April 12 Bread House 9AM Splash 1 & 2 9:30AM Blessings for Children 10AM ReBoot 4:30PM Fellowship Dinner 5PM Student Small Groups 5PM Kidz Club 5:30PM Young Adult Group 6PM Pastor’s Class 6PM Old Testament Studies 6PM Gloryland 6PM Rejoice 6PM Orchestra 6PM Chancel Choir 6PM AA 8PM Thursday, April 13 MOPS Meeting 9AM Joyful Place 10AM 4th Grade Bible Study 3:30PM Stephen Ministry 6:30PM Friday, April 14 Bread House 9AM Saturday, April 15 Pickleball 9AM
NIGHT FELLOWSHIP DINNER April 12, 2023 Entree: BBQ Pork Kids: Pizza
WEDNESDAY
DISCERNMENT TEAM UPDATE
The Discernment Team have prepared a 40-Day Prayer and Devotional Guide that begins the week of Monday, April 17.
Print and online guides will be released on Sunday, April 16, with print guides available for pickup in the worship venues that day.
announcements & articles
MISSIONS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
WEEKLY
TO THE OPERATING FUND
2023 CONTRIBUTION BUDGET $1,700,292 WEEKLY CONTRIBUTIONS NEEDED TO MEET BUDGET $23,563 CONTRIBUTIONS FOR MARCH 19 - MARCH 25 $20,336 CONTRIBUTIONS THROUGH MARCH 18 $377,518 CONTRIBUTION BUDGET THROUGH MARCH 31 $445,453 WEEKLY CONTRIBUTIONS WILL FLUCTUATE SIGNIFICANTLY DURING THE YEAR
FOR
8AM 120 9:30AM 81 11:00AM 160 11:07AM 145 CHILDREN 58 LIVESTREAM 152 TOTAL 716
CONTRIBUTIONS
ATTENDANCE
APRIL 2 , 2023
JOYFUL PLACE
Thank you to everyone for sending in cards for Stan’s 105th birthday. Our goal was to collect 105 cards and he was presented with over 200. He certainly felt the love from you all.
In addition to cards and homemade birthday goodies from Joyful Place volunteers, Shalimar Mayor Mark Frank read a proclamation in honor of Stan. What a wonderful day!
Be JOYFUL ALWAYS, Leigh
The Bread House
OPEN
Monday | Wednesday | Friday 9am-12pm
FOOD DISTRIBUTION NUMBERS
Bags Collected: 260 Bags Given Out: 251 Members Served: 280
SUPPLIES NEEDED
Peanut Butter & Jelly
TOTAL
Bags Collected: 50,995
Bags Given Out: 41,329
Members Served: 39,625
Paper Towels | Toilet Paper
Canned Vegetables: Corn, Green Beans, & Mixed Canned Meat: Tuna, Chicken, & Spam
Dried Goods | Beans & Rice
Fruit, Potatoes, & Onions
These supplies are needed for each week. If you wish to donate money instead, send a check to SUMC. Make the memo line out to “Bread House”
The Bread House turned 3 on April 6! Thanks to everyone at Shalimar UMC who has supported the Bread House with donations, both food products and funds. Without YOU we could not exist!
A special thanks to the fantastic volunteer team that loves what they do. They have created a fun place to work and truly love one another! You truly make a difference to our community. THANK YOU!
POC: Pete Peters (703) 395-2437
fpeters1@cox.net
Week 153
THE LILY PROJECT
The Lily Project is a special offering during Lent that goes towards different mission and outreach programs selected for that year.
Everyone had the opportunity to give in rememberance or in honor of a loved one.
This year all proceeds of the Lily Project go to the Mission initiatves listed below.
The Bread House
One Hopeful Place
The Agape Fund
Because of your generosity, over $8,000 will be split evenly to The Bread House, One Hopeful Place, and The Agape Fund. Thank you for your contribution.
GIVEN IN HONOR
Nan and Granny Smith Avery Smith & J.R. Leonik
Deputy Charles Self Carol Anderson
Lucy Mae, Hannah Rose, and Lily Sophia Debbie Epstein
My Children and Families
Dolores Bentley
For the Work of Christ and His Church The Freedom Worship Team
Anne and H.O. McMain Linda Evanchyk and Mike McMain
Morris and Allice Patrick Linda Evanchyk and Mike McMain
Cliff Panos, Ted Panos, and Quinton Lindsey Linda Gail Martin
Philip & Karen McVay Ron and Pat Gross
Don & Kay Litke Ron and Pat Gross
For the Work of Christ and His Church Staff at Shalimar UMC
The blessings known and unknown to us and our families; that we may always know our loved ones are with us during the journey. Jen and loved ones
Long-term members who are not able to attend worship with us due to health issues. The Michaelson’s
GIVEN IN MEMORY
Frank Hutto Alexis and Buff Tibbetts
Of Our Parents Ann and John Rumph
David Campbell Porter Anne Porter
Bud and Barbara Brewer, and Felipe Perez
Macie and Ronnie Byrd, Sara and James Haney
Becky and Joe Perez
Bette and Don Byrd
Tom Goodwin Betty Goodwin and Family
Tom, Fred, Barbara, and Ollie Fay The Builders Class
Lorelei P. and All In Need Candice Morris
Cheryl Archer Carl Archer
Richard and Nora Slaight Casey Brennan
Dr. Sam Guccione, Ed.D. and Linda Gray Toole
Diane Guccione VanMinsel
Fred Doyle The Doyle Family
Dr. Robert and Constance Gilmore
Abbie and Alene Powell
George and Ruth Carnes, Ebert and Athaleen Schenck
Nancy Knight and Philip Hardwick
Dr. Stephen and Deborah Gilmore
Dr. Stephen and Deborah Gilmore
Fred and Shirley Carnes
Jackie and Russ Youngblood
Ted Benson Jane Benso
Roger and Brony Budd
Jill Dickey
Loved Ones Passed Jim and Dianne White
Malla and Virgina Johnson The Johnson Family
Grandpa H.D., Grandma Colleen, Grandpa Ted, and Grandma Lavon
Grady and Emily Davis
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Jonathan James
Karen Combs
Jim, Ray, and Ron Davis Karen Combs
Danny and Brian Little Kathy Little
Ethel B. Latimer Keith Latimer
Dan Busby and Jan Kwasigron Ken and Julie Winzeler
Tony and Yvette Jones Lelia Trippe
Ashton and Diana Lucas Family
Pate and Betty Johnson Mary Jane Robertson
Billy Joe Heartsill and Judson F. Garner Matt and Anne Claire Langford
Bill McCullen aand Brian Stone McCullen Family
James McNeil and Herman Miller Mike and Glo McNeil
Carolyn and Clifford Leary, Earby and Joyce Thorton Mike and Shelley Thorton
Bill Robinson Paula Zaher
Bill Robinson Pearl Robinson and the Family
Lyloyd and Other Family Members Sandy Waldorff
Iris Boldrick and Pat Marcus Scott, Janet, Kirk, Joanna, and Kevin Newbold
Betty and James Richardson Scott, Janet, Kirk, Joanna, and Kevin Newbold
Jim Flint Shirley, Children, and Grandchildren
Olivia Spencer Jay Steve and Emily Jay
My Parents, Michelle, and Jasmine Susan Daugard
Gerald and Pat Kelly Tami and Pepper
Maya Toni Dineen
HE IS NOT HERE FOR HE HAS RISEN. MATTHEW 28:6 KJV facebook: Shalimar UMC instagram: shalimarumc 1 Old Ferry Road | Shalimar, FL 32579 (850) 651-0721 | office@shalimar-umc.org
