2023-06-11 Beacon

WELCOME

Shalimar UMC

Dr. Alan McBride Incoming Lead Pastor

Rev. Matt Langford Associate Pastor

Gerald Batton Custodian

Chris Bennett Facility & Maintenance Manager

Chris Bennett Interim Youth Director

Pat Brantley Office Administrative Assistant

Abigail Denney Media & Communications

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

Dr. Brad Bradford: (850) 227-4328

Rev. Matt Langford: (334) 437-3931

Dr. Brad Bradford Worship Pastor

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.

June 11, 2023

8AM | TRADITIONS | SANCTUARY

In Person & Online

Message by Dr. Brad Bradford

Worship Led by Dr. Brad Bradford

9:30 AM | SANCTUARY

In Person & Online

Message by Rev. Matt Langford

Worship Led by Dr. Brad Bradford

11AM | TRADITIONS | SANCTUARY

In Person & Online

Message by Dr. Brad Bradford

Worship Led by Dr. Brad Bradford

11:07AM |

FAMILY LIFE

In Person & Online

CENTER

Message by Rev. Matt Langford

Worship Led by Ben Savage and The Freedom Team

Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, “ All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

- Matthew 28:16-20

Week of June 11, 2023

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP DINNER

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CHURCH LIFE

CHURCH LIFE

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO BE IN THE KNOW.

TOWN HALL MEETING

We will have our Town Hall Meeting with District Superintendent, Rev. Jean Tippit on Sunday, June 25 at 2pm in the Sanctuary. Livestream will be available by registration. More details to come.

YOUTH CHOIR COMMISSIONING CONCERT

Come out and support our Youth Choir as they start their Choir Tour at home with us this Wednesday, June 14 at 5:45pm in the Family Life Center. Please email the church office to rsvp (office@shalimar-umc.org) by Tuesday, June 13 at noon.

REV. MATT LANGFORD’S LAST SUNDAY

Rev. Matt Langford and his wife Anne Claire were appointed to Dothan First UMC earlier this year and their last Sunday with us is June 18. After the 11:07am service next Sunday, join us for a potluck reception as we celebrate Rev. Matt and Anne Claire! What will be provided: grilled chicken, drinks, and rolls. What to bring: A-M side dish | N-Z dessert

SPR is requesting that monetary donations would be made to the church office or given in the designated places in the FLC or Narthex for Matt and Anne Claire as they work to purchase appliances for their new home.

PREACHING SCHEDULE & PASTORAL COVERAGE

I want to thank you for your continued prayers, love, care, and support during this time of transition. I also wanted you to have the most information possible during this time. With that, here is our current preaching schedule and sermon focus through July 2:

June 11 (Matthew 28:16-20 – Biblical Leadership Change, Part 2)

8:00 – Brad

9:30 – Matt

11:00 – Brad

11:07 – Matt

June 18 (Farewell and Sending of Matt and Anne Claire Langford)

8:00 – Matt

9:30 – Matt

11:00 – Jeremy Thiess

11:07 – Matt

A reception honoring Matt and Anne Claire will follow the 11:00/11:07 services.

June 25

8:00 – Our District Superintendent, Rev. Jean Tippit

9:30 – Jean

11:00 – Jean

11:07 – Jeremy

Our church town hall with Rev. Jean Tippit will be at 2:00 in the Sanctuary

July 2 (Patriotic Celebration)

8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 – Our Chancel Choir and Orchestra will present their Patriotic Musical

11:07 – Jeremy Thiess, with a Salute to Our Armed Forces

July 9

Our new Lead Pastor, Rev. Dr. Alan McBride and our new Associate Pastor, Rev. John Kelsoe will be sharing in all of our services.

Please note that this schedule could change. Each week we list who is preaching in our various services in the Beacon.

Another aspect we are making sure continues well is our pastoral care. Our Stephen Ministers continue to be a huge help as we visit our church family in the hospital. Here is the weekly schedule through July 2:

Ongoing Stephen Minister Visitation Schedule

Mondays – John Scheffer

Tuesdays – Mike Ray

Wednesdays – Amanda Harris

Thursdays – Sara Michaelson

Fridays – Cathie Buckman

Daily Hospital Coverage for May

Mondays – Brad

Tuesdays – David

Wednesdays – Stephen Minister only unless there is an emergency need

Thursdays – Matt

Weekend Call for May

May 19-21 call – Brad

May 26-28 call – Matt

Daily Hospital Coverage for June

Monday, June 5 – Brad

Tuesday, June 6 – Matt

Wednesday, June 7 – Brad

Thursday, June 8 – Matt

Monday, June 12 – Annual Conference

Tuesday, June 13 – Annual Conference

Wednesday, June 14 – Annual Conference

Thursday, June 15 – Matt out of town, Brad on tour

Week of June 19-24 – Matt to Dothan and Brad on tour

Weekend Call for June

June 2-4 call – Brad

June 9-11 call – Matt

June 16-18 call – no pastor

June 23-25 call – no pastor

June 30-July 2 call – Brad

As you can see, there are a couple of weeks in June where our Stephen Ministers will be carrying the full load. I am available by phone while we are at Annual Conference and while I’m on Youth Choir Mission Tour. I hope this is helpful. Please let me know of any questions you might have.

PGFWABF!

Pastor Brad

SURPRISE!

SKYLAR AND I ELOPED!

On Saturday, May 27 Skylar and I eloped. Planning a wedding was super stressful to me and it was taking all of the joy out of the action of marrying someone, so we decided to do it without all of the extra stress! We have felt so loved and supported through our decision and we thank you for that!

If you have any advice for us as we start our marriage, we would love to hear it! Email me at abigail@shalimar-umc.org

All the love, Abigail Raffield

VBS!

THE BEST WEEK OF THE YEAR!

JOB OPENINGS

If you or someone you know are interested in one of these positions please contact our Church Administrator, Tony Mallini. email: tony@shalimar-umc.org

FINANCIAL ASSISTANT NEEDED

THE FINANCE OFFICE HAS A TEMPORARY NEED THAT COULD BECOME PERMANENT FOR A FINANCIAL ASSISTANT. THIS IS A 20 HOURS PER WEEK PART-TIME POSITION PROCESSING ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, CREDIT CARDS, ASSISTING WITH PAYROLL, AND OTHER ADMINSTRATIVE DUTIES.

AFTER SCHOOL COUNSELORS

Our After School Camp is at risk due to the difficulties in recruiting counselors and bus drivers. We have 5 vacancies with 2 of those also working as bus drivers.

The 80+ young children participation in our program are given a safe and nurturing Christian environment from 1:30 to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. After School Camp impacts the lives of these young children and take on the responsibiliy to protect and encourage each and every one of them.

Minimum age for counselors is 16 and bus drivers 21. Our wage is 14 to 16 dollars per hour.

Please keep us in your mind when someone is looking for a job, we really appreciate any help! THANK YOU!

ATTENDANCE FOR JUNE 4 , 2023

MISSIONS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Did You Know?

Did you know that Shalimar UMC Missions Ministry supports the following ministries?

Blessings for Children

The Bread House

Children In Crisis

Fresh Start for Children and Families

International Missions

Meals On Wheels

One Hopeful Place

Safe Connections

Sharing and Caring

Teenager Outreach and Ministry

The Arc of the Emerald Coast

And others