2024-02-25 BEACON

BEACON

Dr. Alan McBride

Pastors and Staff

Dr. Brad Bradford Worship Pastor

Rev. John Kelsoe Associate Pastor

Gerald Batton Custodian

Chris Bennett Facility & Maintenance Manager

Chris Bennett Interim Youth Director

Pat Brantley Office Administrative Assistant

Tanner Dubose Communications Assistant

Denise Heath Financial Secretary

Sarah Hicks Children’s Director

Karen Jadin Preschool Director

Tony Mallini Interim Church Administrator

Heyward McKenzie Chef

Amanda Marshall Nursery Coordinator

Sara Morrison Financial Assistant

Leigh J. Rice Respite Director

Dawn Rozofsky After School & Camp Director

Ben Savage Director of Worship Arts

Our Vision

Christ-centered, multi-generational, family & community relevant ministries through WORSHIP , DISCIPLESHIP , and MISSION .

Our Mission

We REACH our community with the good news of Jesus Christ.

We TEACH how to love God and to love one another as ourselves.

We SEND disciples into the world to share their experiences of Jesus.

This Week in Worship

Sunday, February 25, 2024

The Second Sunday in Lent

TRADITIONS – SANCTUARY

8:00am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

The Time Has Come for Mourning

Matthew 5:4

Worship Led by Rev. Dr. Brad Bradford

SUMC Orchestra

Tracy Mank – Behold the Lamb

CONNECT – SANCTUARY

9:30am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

The Time Has Come for Mourning

Matthew 5:4

Worship Led by Rev. Dr. Brad Bradford

Connect Worship Team

Holy Communion Celebrated by Rev. John Kelsoe

TRADITIONS – SANCTUARY

11:00am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. John Kelsoe

Footsteps

Mark 8:31-38

Worship Led by Rev. Dr. Brad Bradford

SUMC Orchestra

Chancel Choir and Orchestra–

All Because of the Wonderful Cross

Tracy Mank – Behold the Lamb

FREEDOM SERVICE– FAMILY LIFE CENTER

11:07am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

The Time Has Come for Mourning

Matthew 5:4

Worship Led by Ben Savage

Freedom Worship Team

Church Life

Youth Confirmaton Class

Confirmation is one of the key milestones in a young person’s life, marking the beginning of his or her personal faith journey. Students in grades 6 through 12 are invited to our annual Confirmation class, meeting weekly starting this Sunday at 1 pm in the youth rooms. If interested, contact Chris Bennett by email at youth@shalimar-umc.org

Lenten Bible Study

Linda McBroom will be teaching a Lenten Bible study on Thursday evenings 6 to 8 pm starting February 22th, through March 6th, in room 211 of the Family Life Center. The study will be based on the book/video series He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado. Call/text Linda at (850) 803-2081 for questions or to sign up for the class.

Kids Friday Funday

PreK through 5th graders are invited to join their friends for Friday Funday! Come ‘Hang with your Peeps’ for a night of games and activities, dinner included (pizza)! Drop off and pick-up will be in the Children’s Space (by the courtyard).

Please RSVP by Thursday, February 29th so we can plan accordingly. For questions, contact Sarah Hicks, Children’s Ministry Director at (850) 217–0694.

Church Council Meeeting

Our next church council meeting will be held Monday, February 26th at 6:30 pm in the FLC. All are welcome to attend.

Good of the Church

Scout Sunday

Last Sunday, we recognized our Scouts serving this church. Brad Gable serves as the chartered organization representative.

Troop 529 Scoutmaster is Chris Cutler

Troop 5529 Scoutmaster is Molly Ferguson

(This is the troop for girls)

Cub Scout Pack 522 Cubmaster is Sean Rayman

Venture Crew 529 Advisor is Tina Wehmeyer.

Last week, the scouts held their annual Bar-B-Que sale in the FLC! If you placed an order, don’t forget to pick it up in the FLC this week!

Offering Moment

Missions Moment

Shalimar Missions supports various causes within the community and supports many civic organizations. One of those efforts is the Emerald Coast Exchange Club and their bowling tournament! SUMC has two teams which are both full. However, you are invited to come cheer on our teams and support striking out child abuse!

When:

Saturday, February 24, 2024

Where:

Fort Walton Beach Bowl 745 N. Beal Pkwy, FWB 32547

Time:

Bowling begins at 12:30

Articles & Announcements

Such a JOYFUL day this past Tuesday with the Moms and Children of Shalimar MOMCO. Thank you for the lunch, the craft activity and for sharing your time with us. You brightened our day!

Be Joyful Always!

New Covered Walkway

By now, you may have noticed and utilized the wonderful covered walkway connecting our buildings between the Children’s Ministry area, our Preschool Ministry, and the FLC. I’m very thankful to our Trustees for planning, approving, and setting all this in place... However, it must be said OUT LOUD that the funds for the completion of this much needed addition came from our Preschool Ministry and Mrs. Karen Jadin, our excellent Director.

Our Preschool Ministry already contributes finances monthly to the Church for custodial services, utilities, and other costs related to the function of this ministry, but it is such a blessing to our entire Church family that Karen Jadin and her Board of Directors wish to support the larger ministries of our great Church by gifts of extra funds toward needs which are identified by the Trustees. Next time it’s raining and you’re crossing from one building to another, thank God for the Preschool and Karen’s leadership of this ministry.

In Jesus,

Alan W. McBride

Are you passionate about helping people feel welcome and enjoy themselves over a delicious meal? If so, consider serving on the Hospitality Team during the weekly fellowship time at Wednesday night dinner and Sunday morning brunch. Contact Chef Heyward McKenzie during the fellowship times for more information.

Flower arrangements and roses can be given to the glory of God and displayed each week in the Sanctuary worship services. Reservations for altar flowers can be made using the reservation book in the Sanctuary Narthex or by calling the Church Office at (850) 651–0721.

Young Adults

This is a Young Adults Study through the season of Lent for ages 18+. Come and join us while we do Lent together!

Rev. John Kelsoe

Young Adults small group leader

Audio/Visual/Lighting Volunteers Needed

We want to recognize our AVL volunteers who serve with us in all 4 services every Sunday! Their willingness to serve makes the church services possible. If you would like to join the team, we have a spot for you! Experience is not necessary; we will train you! Email ben@shalimar-umc.org to get connected, or fill out a connect card!

Our current needs are:

Sanctuary Livestream

Sanctuary ProPresenter

All positions for FLC

Week 198 – Feb 16th

Food Distribution Numbers

This Week

Total

576 bags collected 72,596

370 bags given out 56,264 (210.9 tons)

0 cards given out 239 ($8735)

426 members served 55,606

15 New Families visited this week, representing 49 individuals. Items always needed!

1. Toilet paper and Paper Towels a must need each week!

2. Canned Meat; Tuna, Chicken, Spam!

3. Canned Vegetables: Corn, Green Beans, Mixed!

4. Dried goods, beans and rice!

5. Fruit, potatoes, onions

If you don’t have time to shop, you can donate money to The Bread House by sending a check to SUMC, MEMO line put “Bread House.”

Questions or want to become a volunteer, contact Pete Peters, 703.395.2437, fpeters1@cox.net, or Robin Hays, 850-621-7014. We’d love to have you!

Our Friends from Midsouth Bank had a Chili Cook-off and the price for admission were food items which were donated to the Bread House!

Thank You!