2024-04-07 BEACON

Shalimar United week of April 7, 2024

Pastor

Dr. Brad Bradford Worship Pastor

Rev. John Kelsoe Associate Pastor

Gerald Batton Custodian

Chris Bennett Director of Student Ministry

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 Director of Camp Ministries

Ben Savage Director of Worship Arts Pastors and Staff

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, April 7, 2024

The Second Sunday of Easter

TRADITIONS – SANCTUARY

8:00am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

Revive Us Again

Romans 12:1-2

Worship Led by Rev. Dr. Brad Bradford

Joy Ringers – Crown Him with Many Crowns

Lighthouse – His Grace Is Still Amazing

Holy Communion Celebrated by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

CONNECT – SANCTUARY

9:30am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. John Kelsoe

This Is How We Do It

1 John 1:1-2:2

Worship Led by Rev. Dr. Brad Bradford Connect Worship Team

Holy Communion Celebrated by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

TRADITIONS – SANCTUARY

11:00am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

Revive Us Again

Romans 12:1-2

Worship Led by Rev. Dr. Brad Bradford

Joy Ringers – Crown Him with Many Crowns

Chancel Choir – The Table of the Lord, Laurel Tovrea, soloist

Lighthouse – His Grace Is Still Amazing

Holy Communion Celebrated by Rev. Dr. Alan McBride

FREEDOM SERVICE– FAMILY LIFE CENTER

11:07am – In-Person & Online

Message by Rev. John Kelsoe

This Is How We Do It

1 John 1:1-2:2

Worship Led by Ben Savage Freedom Worship Team

Holy Communion Celebrated by Rev. John Kelsoe

Church Life

Our Chancel Choir and Orchestra will perform their Lenten Musical “JESUS!” next Sunday, April 14th at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 in the Sanctuary.

Youth Choir Dinner Theater Tickets

Our Youth Choir is now selling their dinner theater tickets! The dates are Friday, April 19th, and Saturday, April 20th, at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased during Fellowship times in the FLC on Sundays and Wednesdays during Fellowship Dinner.

New Sermon Series’

Rev. John will be leading a new series called “This is How we Do it”. As we journey through the Book of 1 John, it is our prayer that we all find ways of practicing great spiritual habits in all phases of our lives. This Series is our journey both individually and collectively as Christ’s Body of belivers. May God’s hand of guidance be upon us as we hear the message of His word and live out the expectations of our faith with excellent spirits.

Rev. Alan will be leading a new series called “Revive us Again”. Our prayer in the wake of Resurrection of Jesus is that God’s Spirit will Revive Us Again. There are 50 days from the resurrection of Jesus and the outpouring of God’s Spirit at Pentecost on May 19th. In the weeks leading up to that event, we will explore God’s Word to understand how God’s Spirit works in our lives. Please join as we share each Sunday the wonder of the gift of God’s Holy Spirit that is always with us.

Good of the Church

Easter Fest

Thank you to those who helped with our Easter Fest event last week! We had over 300 kids in attendance! We could not have done it without you. From Crafts to Easter Egg Hunts to the Kitchen Crew, we thank you for giving your time on that beautiful Saturday to serve the Lord and make the event memorable for those who showed up.

Offering Moment

Missions Moment

The Bread House accepts donations of adult clothing items to distribute to those in need when they come to the Bread House for food.. If you have gently used clothes, please consider donating them to the Bread House for us to distribute to those in need. You may drop off clothes or food on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from 9:00 - 12:00 at the Bread House in Cross Corner. Thanks in advance for your support! SAVE

Articles & Announcements

Starry Starry Night - Items needed for the fundraising auction

Starry Starry Night will have a silent auction as part of their fundrasier on May 17th. They are in need of items to auction, so if you have something that you would like to donate, let Pete Peters know, or drop it off at the Bread House prior to May 17th.

ProPresenter Operators Needed for All Services

Thank you to those that have given us their desire to be a part of this team so far! We look foward to serving with you. This week, we are focusing on the need for Propresenter Volunteers! If you have a desire to control the lyrics and slides for services, let us know by filling out a connect card! No experience necessary, we will train you and answer any questions you may have!

Joyful Place

Friends and volunteers had a JOYFUL time stuffing eggs for EASTER FEST. We love filling our days with meaningful activities, especially those that bring JOY to children. We completed 900 eggs in under 1 hour. Many hands make light work.

Be Joyful Always, Leigh

Military Reboot Recovery Class

Reboot Recovery for Military began on Wednesday, April 3 in Cross Corner Fellowship Hall. Since 2011, this 12 week confidential, faith-based, peer-led class has helped veterans, active duty, and their family members achieve breakthroughs in their battle against service related trauma. We’ve helped over 20,000 find purpose in the pain. Now it’s your turn. There is no cost. We meet from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, and includes dinner. Childcare is available. Sign up online at rebootrecovery.com (Shalimar course) or email Deb Hutto at aveclite@gmail.com.

Door Codes are Changing.

In the near future, we will be changing the combination lock code for those locks around the campus. The Bread House and Joyful Place lock will not be changed. If you have a need for the lock combination, please contact the office at 850-651-0721 and request the new code. Thank you and we will try to minimize the inconvenience.

Holy Week 2024- Thank You

Thank you to everyone who made this years Holy Week a powerful one. First, we want to thank the group of 20 kids and adults for starting the week off with Palm Procession in each service on

Palm Sunday. Your commitment and role was a representation of Jesus as he had a palm procession upon entering Jerusalem on a donkey. We also want to thank those who helped with our Maundy Thursday Service. Whether you were on the Worship Team, a Scripture Reader, served with Audio/ Visual Lighting team, or even participated in foot-washing, we thank you. Finally, we want to mention our Good Friday Service. Thank you to everyone who had an impact on that powerful service. From the AVL booth with certain cues to the drama cast speaking powerful words of scripture, and to those who extinguished candles that made the meaning of Tenebrae Service come true by making it darker each time one went out. Thank you for committing your Friday night in making this service memorable.

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.

If Fellowship Dinner is not for you, then we have other opportunities! God has designed us with a unique combination of gifts, passions, and life experiences to spread the Gospel. Let us know which areas of ministry you want to serve in by completing an Every Member In Ministry (EMIM) form at shalimar-umc.org/emim.

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.

ALL SERVICES WILL BE HELD IN THE SANCTUARY

Week 202 – Mar 15th

Food Distribution Numbers

12 New Families visited last week, representing 54 individuals.

Items always needed!

1. Toilet paper is a must need each week!

2. Canned Meat; Tuna, Chicken, and Spam!

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

4. Dried goods, beans and rice!

5. Fruit, potatoes, and 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? contact Pete Peters, 703.395.2437, fwpetersjr@gmail.com or Robin Hays 850-621-7014.

With Spring here we are receiving fresh lettuce from our local College!