Do you have questions?
Seniors / Retirees
Do you have questions? Consider taking the Alpha course.
On an Alpha course, guests explore the Christian faith in a relaxed setting over 10 thought-provoking weekly sessions and a weekend or day away. The course is low-key, friendly and fun – and is supported by all major denominations of the Christian church. The Alpha course is free and open to everyone.
The next course begins Thursday January 24, 2013, at 6:00 pm.
sign up today in Dixon Hall or online at www.srumc.org
t Alpha u o b a id a s e v ha What others “Most of us skip bases in developing our faith, leaving us plagued with unanswered questions. Alpha fills the gaps. Alpha fosters spiritual peace and stability.” Bob Buford, Leadership Network Mark: “When I first heard about the Alpha course I was at a stage when I was searching for something ‘out there’. I really needed to ask questions and not feel like I was getting a hard-sell pitched at me. Now I perceive things differently and just feel so at peace. I have also met a wonderful bunch of new friends on the course.” Graham: “The first evening surprised me completely. The people were from all walks of life, from different races, classes and abilities. During the first evening, there were no prayers or heavy preaching. We were just
given the opportunity to listen to the talk and then discuss anything we wanted. I chose to ask some challenging and confrontational questions, but they were welcomed, and I was made to feel valued and appreciated. I enjoyed the evening so much that I couldn’t wait to go back the following week...” Anthony: “I didn’t expect the warm welcome I received, the interesting discussions or the lack of pressure to speak in the small groups that followed. I found that I could express any doubts about Christianity, and that my opinions would be respected. If I had an issue with something, I had a forum to voice it with no need to apologize.” Cheryl: “Alpha helped me find focus and centering in life.”
is in full swing! ...and there are still areas where help is needed! Please sign up in Dixon Hall today to bring • cases of bottled water • nut free baked goods prebagged •bagged goodies or fruit We are also looking for folks to staff the concessions stand and serve as referees.
Welcome 2013! Circle your calendar for Wednesday, Jan 16th at 11:30 a.m. in Dixon Hall. Attorney Phil Waid will be our guest speaker. He plans to discuss estate planning and the current tax laws that will effect seniors. We are in need of families to sign up to provide youth dinners for our youth group on Sunday Nights. Another option to consider, if you are unable to come to cook/prepare the food, then you can donate money ahead of time so that Youth Director Joe Long or Pastor David can buy pizza or subs or lasagna and will take care of it. Please go to www.srumc. org/youth_dinners and scroll all the way down to sign up to do a youth dinner or email Pastor David [email protected] if you want to
Come for “soup and subs” and join us for this informative meeting. We also ask that you bring an item for the food pantry and a donation of $5.00 per person for lunch. Please call Dave and Sue Knopp at 876-5119 or e-mail (shehawken@aol. com) to let them know that you’ll be joing the group.
donate money/food. Thanks for
your continued support!
Sign up to give in Dixon Hall today!
When selecting that perfect gift for someone throughout the year, consider Alternative Gift Giving! Through your gift to the Mission Fund you are supporting the United Methodist Free Store, The West Side Free Store, Friends
of the Homeless, Loaves and Fishes, Sudan Clinic, Mexico Mission Team, Hilliard Free Lunch, Henderson Settlement and others - What a gift! Mission Fund Alternative Gift Giving Cards are available at the Welcome Center.
Learn Something New in 2013 Swing by Dixon Hall after the service (or visit the bulletin board near the education wing entrance) to learn about all the studies that are being offered starting this month. A great way to start the New Year!
Prayers of
January 12 & 13
the people… Joyce Fry, Senior Pastor MaryLynn Foulkes Oma Chappell Blankenship family Reid Janice and Dick Virgina Sue Smith Melanie Bast Don Jacob Praying for safe travels for Pastor Joyce Fry Praise for the Birth of Nora Marie granddaughter of Gloria & David Gluntz Christian Sympathies on the death of Maynard Muntzing father of Debbie Heller, and uncle of Perry Morgan Change in Prayer Request Process: To submit your request please complete a prayer request card which is located in the pew and place it in the offering plate today, or call 876-4343. You may also submit a request by emailing [email protected]. To be added to the email prayer chain, email [email protected]
ife L w e N Catch A Membership Class Responding to the call to be a member of a church is a tangible expression of the love you have for Jesus Christ and the desire you have to be in relationship with him and with others. The church provides you with the opportunity to experience the love of God in profound ways through a community of faith and to reach out to others with the love of Christ, helping to change the world. This experience is transformative, producing changes to you as you discover what it means to make a lifelong commitment to serve as a member of the body of Christ.
We will be offering a New Member class on either Sunday or Tuesday evenings beginning the week of January 20, 2013 at 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Childcare is available upon request. Please register in Dixon Hall beginning December 29/30 or online www.srumc.org/membership. The day of the week will be determined by class preference. Or contact [email protected] questions.
Attention Middle Schoolers
The United Methodist Men will meet January 19, at 8:45am. We will finish our study of David while enjoying coffee and donuts and all men are welcome to join this group at any time.
You’re invited to join in a fun way to learn about world poverty and hunger through games, lessons, and mission projects, called “The Hunger Games.” Every Sunday Night 5:00-6:30
1st Sunday after Epiphany
Welcome! We are so glad you are here!
PM starting January 13 through February 17 (dinner included – don’t worry, we won’t let you go hungry)
If you would like any additional information about Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church, please visit the Welcome Center in the lobby and we will be happy to help you.
Questions? Contact Pastor David at [email protected]
Hearing enhancement devices, large print hymnals and wheel-
chairs are available for assistance. Please see an usher for help with any of these needs. After each service, everyone is invited to enjoy Fellowship Time in Dixon Hall and visit current ministry opportunity displays.
Do you have questions? Consider taking the Alpha course.
On an Alpha course, guests explore the Christian faith in a relaxed setting over 10 thought-provoking weekly sessions and a weekend or day away. The course is low-key, friendly and fun – and is supported by all major denominations of the Christian church. The Alpha course is free and open to everyone.
The next course begins Thursday January 24, 2013, at 6:00 pm.
sign up today in Dixon Hall or online at www.srumc.org
t Alpha u o b a id a s e v ha What others “Most of us skip bases in developing our faith, leaving us plagued with unanswered questions. Alpha fills the gaps. Alpha fosters spiritual peace and stability.” Bob Buford, Leadership Network Mark: “When I first heard about the Alpha course I was at a stage when I was searching for something ‘out there’. I really needed to ask questions and not feel like I was getting a hard-sell pitched at me. Now I perceive things differently and just feel so at peace. I have also met a wonderful bunch of new friends on the course.” Graham: “The first evening surprised me completely. The people were from all walks of life, from different races, classes and abilities. During the first evening, there were no prayers or heavy preaching. We were just
given the opportunity to listen to the talk and then discuss anything we wanted. I chose to ask some challenging and confrontational questions, but they were welcomed, and I was made to feel valued and appreciated. I enjoyed the evening so much that I couldn’t wait to go back the following week...” Anthony: “I didn’t expect the warm welcome I received, the interesting discussions or the lack of pressure to speak in the small groups that followed. I found that I could express any doubts about Christianity, and that my opinions would be respected. If I had an issue with something, I had a forum to voice it with no need to apologize.” Cheryl: “Alpha helped me find focus and centering in life.”
is in full swing! ...and there are still areas where help is needed! Please sign up in Dixon Hall today to bring • cases of bottled water • nut free baked goods prebagged •bagged goodies or fruit We are also looking for folks to staff the concessions stand and serve as referees.
Welcome 2013! Circle your calendar for Wednesday, Jan 16th at 11:30 a.m. in Dixon Hall. Attorney Phil Waid will be our guest speaker. He plans to discuss estate planning and the current tax laws that will effect seniors. We are in need of families to sign up to provide youth dinners for our youth group on Sunday Nights. Another option to consider, if you are unable to come to cook/prepare the food, then you can donate money ahead of time so that Youth Director Joe Long or Pastor David can buy pizza or subs or lasagna and will take care of it. Please go to www.srumc. org/youth_dinners and scroll all the way down to sign up to do a youth dinner or email Pastor David [email protected] if you want to
Come for “soup and subs” and join us for this informative meeting. We also ask that you bring an item for the food pantry and a donation of $5.00 per person for lunch. Please call Dave and Sue Knopp at 876-5119 or e-mail (shehawken@aol. com) to let them know that you’ll be joing the group.
donate money/food. Thanks for
your continued support!
Sign up to give in Dixon Hall today!
When selecting that perfect gift for someone throughout the year, consider Alternative Gift Giving! Through your gift to the Mission Fund you are supporting the United Methodist Free Store, The West Side Free Store, Friends
of the Homeless, Loaves and Fishes, Sudan Clinic, Mexico Mission Team, Hilliard Free Lunch, Henderson Settlement and others - What a gift! Mission Fund Alternative Gift Giving Cards are available at the Welcome Center.
Learn Something New in 2013 Swing by Dixon Hall after the service (or visit the bulletin board near the education wing entrance) to learn about all the studies that are being offered starting this month. A great way to start the New Year!
Prayers of
January 12 & 13
the people… Joyce Fry, Senior Pastor MaryLynn Foulkes Oma Chappell Blankenship family Reid Janice and Dick Virgina Sue Smith Melanie Bast Don Jacob Praying for safe travels for Pastor Joyce Fry Praise for the Birth of Nora Marie granddaughter of Gloria & David Gluntz Christian Sympathies on the death of Maynard Muntzing father of Debbie Heller, and uncle of Perry Morgan Change in Prayer Request Process: To submit your request please complete a prayer request card which is located in the pew and place it in the offering plate today, or call 876-4343. You may also submit a request by emailing [email protected]. To be added to the email prayer chain, email [email protected]
ife L w e N Catch A Membership Class Responding to the call to be a member of a church is a tangible expression of the love you have for Jesus Christ and the desire you have to be in relationship with him and with others. The church provides you with the opportunity to experience the love of God in profound ways through a community of faith and to reach out to others with the love of Christ, helping to change the world. This experience is transformative, producing changes to you as you discover what it means to make a lifelong commitment to serve as a member of the body of Christ.
We will be offering a New Member class on either Sunday or Tuesday evenings beginning the week of January 20, 2013 at 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Childcare is available upon request. Please register in Dixon Hall beginning December 29/30 or online www.srumc.org/membership. The day of the week will be determined by class preference. Or contact [email protected] questions.
Attention Middle Schoolers
The United Methodist Men will meet January 19, at 8:45am. We will finish our study of David while enjoying coffee and donuts and all men are welcome to join this group at any time.
You’re invited to join in a fun way to learn about world poverty and hunger through games, lessons, and mission projects, called “The Hunger Games.” Every Sunday Night 5:00-6:30
1st Sunday after Epiphany
Welcome! We are so glad you are here!
PM starting January 13 through February 17 (dinner included – don’t worry, we won’t let you go hungry)
If you would like any additional information about Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church, please visit the Welcome Center in the lobby and we will be happy to help you.
Questions? Contact Pastor David at [email protected]
Hearing enhancement devices, large print hymnals and wheel-
chairs are available for assistance. Please see an usher for help with any of these needs. After each service, everyone is invited to enjoy Fellowship Time in Dixon Hall and visit current ministry opportunity displays.
