Have you ever longed to know God’s purpose for your life? Starting Monday, September 10th, the Knit Wits Women’s Small Group will be meeting at 9:15 AM at Faith UMC to explore this question by studying the book, Which Way, Lord? by Rob Fuquay. For more information, contact Patti Linder.
Take a stroll through the Old Testament this Fall… encounter Jesus at Christmas and follow in his footsteps until Easter… and then walk alongside the New Testament church in the Spring. This nine-month journey is focused on seeing how major bible stories are connected to each other, and connected with our lives. Let’s journey together!
As we kick off the new church year, keep in mind that this would be a great time to join in singing with the FUMC Chancel Choir. We rehearse each Thursday night (Sept.-May), from 7:30 pm till 8:45 pm; and then again on Sunday mornings at 9 am, in order to prepare for our leading in worship during the 10 am service. There is NO NEED to audition! Just show up and sing. Our first rehearsal is 9/8. If you are interested, please contact Craig Cannon .
On Wednesday, Sept 19th, Roots of Faith will be hosting a Trivia Night. Snacks will be provided and special prizes will be awarded to the winners! The night begins at 7:00 PM and goes to 9:00 PM. Cost is $10/person or $50/team. Maximum of 5 people per team. Pay at the door. To reserve your spot, RSVP via Roots of Faith’s Facebook page or contact Hannah Sherer.
After worship on Sunday, August 26th there will be a potluck luncheon in the fellowship hall, including a presentation of our church’s new Vision, Values, Goals, and Objectives by the Dream Team, and time for discussion, questions, and feedback. Come celebrate God’s vision for our church’s future! Bring an entree, casserole, side, salad, or dessert to share.
Please join us for a sprinkle shower for the soon to be born son of Rachel & Ben Phipps! The celebration will be held on September 8th beginning with a luncheon at noon at Roots of Faith. Please bring a dessert or a side dish to share. Rachel & Ben need a chest of drawers for their new son. If you would like to contribute to that gift, please let us know. RSVP to Barbara Cohen, Mary Jayne Kozlowski, Susan Wasser, or Teri Joseph.
Coming this Fall to Faith Church… a new monthly worship experience called Messy Church! Includes a meal, lesson, song, and crafts, for people of all ages. Focused on intergenerational fellowship and connecting with people in our community who are not interested in traditional worship. For more information visit www.messychurch.org. Contact Pastor Scott if you would like to join the Messy Church team by visiting other Messy Churches in August and planning to launch our own Messy Church in October!
Have you felt God at work in your life in a special way? Would you like to respond to God’s love with a public profession of faith? This Fall, Faith UMC & Roots of Faith are extending a special invitation to Membership & Baptism during the month of September.
New Members Class: Open to all adults, whether you are becoming a member for the first time, or transferring membership from another church. Simply attend a 3-hour Sunday afternoon class in September: lunch & childcare provided, dates determined by participant availability. Contact Pastor Scott or Pastor Ben to sign up!
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Saturday, July 28th at 9:00am your help is requested with several projects at the Faith House: wallpaper removal, carpeting removal, painting and more. Contact Lyndall Huggler to RSVP.
The gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to bring us from the dominion of darkness into a life of fullness, where we have redemption and forgiveness. Discover this and more from the Colossians Bible study this Wednesday at 6:30 pm at Roots of Faith in Sharpsburg! This new 8-session study starts this week (July 18) and goes to September 5.
