OUR MISSION


We are
…a Christian Congregation,

…welcoming all who want to grow in grace,

…passing on our faith to our children,

…caring for others and

…reaching out with warm hearts and willing hands.

News & Happenings


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2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS


March
17 St. Patrick's Day, 11:30am Lenten service and luncheon, 7:30pm Lenten Study
21 Fifth Sunday of Lent Worship at 8am and 10am
24 11:30am Lenten service and luncheon, 7:30pm Lenten Study
28 Palm Sunday at 8am and 10am
31 11:30am Lenten service and luncheon, 7:30pm Lenten Study


April

2 Good Friday
4 Easter Sunday Worship at 8am and 10am
11 Sunday Worship at 8am and 10am
18 Sunday Worship at 8am and 10am
25 Sunday Worship at 8am and 10am

 
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SPECIAL ANNOUCEMENTS

New Pastor Appointed
Pastor Eric FjeldalJoin us for Sunday Worship at 8:00am and 10:00am led by our newly appointed Pastor. Rev. Eric Fjeldal, former Pastor of the Yalesville United Methodist Church in Connecticut. Read Eric's monthly column.

Missed a Service?
We know joining us for every Sunday service is not always possible. Visit Eric's Sunday Sermon archives which are organized by date.

YOUTH UPDATE

Lorri McGuire,
Director of Children and Youth

Lorri LandryWe have a wonderful time as we share the joy of being with God's children in the years ahead.  More on the children programs...

Youth Fellowship

Sunday, March 21st: Confirmation '10 mini retreat is from 11:45am - 3:00pm.

Sunday, March 28th: Children and Youth will participate in a Palm Procession

Friday, April 30th: Youth Lock-IN and New Rock City at 7:00pm

Sunday, May 2nd: 3rd graders will learn about Holy Communion and prepare to receive their Bibles on May 2nd.

Sunday, May 23rd: Confirmation Class will create their stoles from 11:30am - 2:00pm in preparation for Confirmation which is June 6th.

NURSERY SCHOOL NOTES

Registration in Progress
We are now accepting registrations for the 2010-2011 school year. Methodists families have first preference if you register by January 11th. Please call Carol Hammond, the Nursery School Director, during school hours at 203.966.3176.

Fun for the Whole Family
In April, the Nursery School will hold their annual ice cream social which will take place in the playground on April 28th in the afternoon after school.


SPECIAL EVENTS

HAITI: Making Movement, Making Change!
Join us for yoga and meditation on Saturday, March 27th at 9:00 - 10:30am at the United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall. Registration begins at 8:30am. Please bring your own yoga mat and blanket.

This event is brought to you by Pryority Fitness and the United Methodist Women of the UMC of New Canaan.

Donation: $30 buys 2 health kits. Cash or checks accepted at the event. 100% of donations buy UMCOR’s Health Kit for Haitians in need.

Reserve your spot online or call to RSVP. E-mail Julie Pryor or call 203.594.1552.

Talent Show
Save the date! Our annual Talent Show will be on Sunday, March 28th to help raise funds for the church. For more information, contact Bill Walbert or the church office.


Lenten and Easter Sunday Service
This Lenten season, you will have a number of opportunities to reflect and prepare for Easter. In addition to our Wednesday evening Lenten Study at 7:30pm, join us for our thirty-minute services at 11:30am followed by a luncheon. Join us for a wonderful Easter Sunday Service on Sunday, April 4th at 8:00am and 10:00am.

MISSION HIGHLIGHTS

Midnight Run
The next Midnight Run will take place in March 23rd. Clothing sort begins at 5:30pm. Donations are especially needed for this run. Gift Cards are available. Please see Nicole Kenaga. We are in need of men's summer clothing, shoes and blankets are always appreciated. For more details, contact Donna James or the church office.

May is Heifer Month
Heifer projectAs is our tradition, the Sunday School children will be working toward purchasing animals for Heifer. May 16th and 23rd will be "Arktion Sundays. On June 13th, the children will announce how much money was raised and what animals they purchased.