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Site Updated November 20, 2009
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Pastor:
Rev. Dr. Bruce Jones
Secretary:
Christa Bartlett
Program Coordinator:
Bright Thompson
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Pat Knowland
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NURTURING MINISTRIES
The purpose of the Worship Committee is to strengthen our corporate worship experience by evaluating our regular services, monitoring the roles of greeters, ushers, acolytes and childcare providers, reflecting on the contributions of choirs and planning special services. The Worship Committee meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m.. For more information, please contact Rita Riley, Chairperson; Ushers: Ed McKenzie; Altar Guild: Kathy Lauber; and Flowers: Margaret Dunlap.
What does Christmas mean? The answer depends on who you ask. When thinking of Christmas many things come to mind. The birth of Christ is the obvious answer, but many other thoughts and memories also come to mind: cookies baking in the oven, Christmas presents being wrapped, carols being sung, pageants being attended, and of course a beautifully decorated church.
As chairman of the Altar Guild I have many people to thank that have made this Christmas a special one: Bill and Rita Riley for setting up all the trees, decorating the Christmas tree, and hanging the banners; Kathie Evans for making the beautiful wreaths and pew decorations; Rollie Hower for designing and making the poinsettia stand in the new entrance; Barbara Merrick for coordinating the purchase of the poinsettias, and the rest of the committee for putting all the decorations in place. My thanks to you all for a job well done.
Kathy Lauber
We have a lot of fun throughout the year socializing with others. We call ourselves the Rock-n-Rollers, which is a little more informal than the title "Adult Fellowship". The Rock-n-Roller group provides recreational opportunities for church members so that they become better acquainted. For more information please contact Anne Buckler or Barbara Merrick.
Adult Classes provide opportunities on Sunday morning or during the week for adults to grow in their faith or understanding of the Bible. For more information, please contact Bright Thompson at the church office, 301-934-2288.
In 1965, Dr. Hower was assigned to the Dead Sea Scrolls project. He became so thoroughly fascinated by the scrolls that he spent many hours studying not only the scrolls but all of the ancient manuscripts of that time period. The topics discussed each week vary, but are educational and very fascinating! Come in and joind in on our disccussion! You won't regret it!
The Music Ministry praises God and help spread His word through music. The Chancel choir practices on Wednesday evenings between 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., for more information please contact Pat Day, Director.
Cherub Choir is for children Ages 4 through 5th grade. Rehearsal is on Wednesday, between 7:00 – 7:45p.m.; For additional information, please contact Linda Dent Mitchell, Director; or Assistant directors Sherri McConnell and Lisa Peters.
The Shepherd's Ministry Team visit the sick and injured in the hospital or at home, and provide spiritual support to the grieving. For more details, please contact Sylvia Mudd, Bill and Kathie Fallin, or Jay and Debbie Lane.
OUTREACH MINISTRIES
The Missions Program promotes Christian missions, especially those sponsored by the United Methodist Church. For additional information, please contact Joyce Dean.
The Maples Senior Housing complex is conveniently located next door to the La Plata United Methodist Church. It provides affordable senior housing to citizens in the La Plata area. For more information on how you can help, please contact Roger Merrick.
The Coordinator, Habitat for Humanity organizes volunteers to support the Habitat for Humanity ministry of providing affordable housing opportunities for low income families in our community. This month I ask that each person in the congregation take a few minutes each week to pray for the mission of Habitat for Humanity in Charles County. Across our nation, Habitat affiliates build simple, decent homes for families who wouldn't otherwise have a safe, permanent home they can afford. Undoubtedly you've heard about the many families here in Charles County who were displaced from the Stardust hotel. It was the cheapest housing alternative available for many of them. But, for about the same amount as families paid to stay at the Stardust, they could make a mortgage payment on a Habitat home!
In order to be effective, a Habitat affiliate needs at least 10 to 12 committed Board members who are focused on fulfilling a piece of the organization's work. Commitment is even more important than having skills in a particular area. Our Charles County Habitat needs several more of God's servants whose hearts are truly set on serving through this ministry. Do you sense that God is calling you to participate in this mission, or do you know someone who might? Will you please join me in praying that God will provide guidance to our Habitat affiliate, and that He will bring forth several energetic and committed people who will provide leadership to move our Habitat forward.
The purpose of the Point of Change and Jail and Street Ministry is to provide a liaison between the Prison Ministries and the congregation. This work includes promoting the prison ministry at our church, getting volunteers to support the ministry, raising funds, and helping the ministry provide a witness for Christ. For additional information, please contact Angie Barnes.
SUPPORT SERVICES MINISTRIES
The purpose of the Administrative Council is to have general oversight of the administration and programs of the church by setting direction and objectives, initiating and authorizing plans, determining policy, authorizing actions, receiving reports and reviewing the missions and ministry of the church. Membership is by election from the church membership. Meetings are on the second Thursday of every other month, September through May at 7:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Greg Starkey, Chairperson.
The purpose of the Trustees is to supervise and maintain all property belonging to the congregation so that the ministries of the congregation can be effective. Specifically the trustees are responsible for the following: maintenance of and improvements to the church buildings; use of the building in consultation with the pastor; adequate insurance coverage; and submitting annual budget requests to the Finance Committee. Meetings are once per month. For more information, please contact John Donaldson, Chairperson.
The Program Council develops program goals and coordinate activities to fulfill the ministry of La Plata United Methodist Church. The program council is made up of the church program committee and work area chairpersons. Meetings are three times a year. For more information, please contact Bright Thompson at the church office, 301-934-2288.
Friendship time. At the most recent Program Council meeting, a decision was made to continue offering the "Friendship Time" that has been so well attended in the Entrance Building recently. We invite you to "take time to visit" with each other and enjoy coffee and cold drinks following the worship service every week. In order to carry on this ministry, we are asking individuals, couples, or groups to sign-up to host a week of "Friendship Time". A sign-up sheet will be located in the Entrance Building this Sunday and instructions will be available to let people know how easy it is to be a host.
The Kitchen Committee maintains, improves, and coordinates the use of the kitchen. For more information, please contact Betsy Radtke, Kitchen Coordinator.
The purpose of the Memorials Committee is to assist people to plan a memorial for a deceased loved one. Contact Margie Knowland, Chairperson.
The Finance Committee receives, records, and dispenses the finances of the church as directed by the Administrative Council. Activities Develop a church budget each calendar year. They conduct a stewardship campaign to underwrite the budget. Meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Contact Frank Wade(Chairperson), Mary Norris (Treasurer) or Barbara Merrick (Financial Secretary).
This committee supports and advises the pastor and other staff so that these persons can work effectively in managing the ministry of the congregation for witness and service. The Staff/Parish relations Committee reports directly to the Administrative Council. Membership is by election from the church membership, and meetings are held monthly. For more information, please contact Gary Davis, Chairperson.
The Fair Committee coordinates a large church-wide fund raiser where members cook and sell food in the food booth at the Charles County Fair. Contact Ed McKenzie, Coordinator, for more details.
The Committee on Lay Leadership nominates church members to serve as church officers and to ask all the members to participate in the life of the church. Meetings are held "as needed". For more details, please contact Pastor Bruce Jones at the church office 301-934-2288.
The purpose of the Cemetery Committee is to maintain the church cemetery in Dentsville. We are asking for your help in maintaining the Cemetery this year. During the grass cutting season (April - October), we are asking that flowers be kept off the ground in order to efficiently trim grave sites. This will make the grounds look much neater. We ask that you place flowers on top of the tombstone or in vases that are on sides of stones. Last year we placed trash bins near both entrances in which to place old flowers. They were not used very much by members. This is an on-going problem. Please discard old flowers in the trash cans instead of the edge of the woods. It is good stewardship and it prevents littering. If each person does their part, the problem will go away. The Cemetery Committee will be working on the driveway this year; it needs to be widened. We are making progress and with everyone's help, we can continue to improve our families resting place. Thank you. For more information, contact Phyllis Coombs.
WITNESS MINISTRIES
The purpose of the Communications Committee is to inform the public of church current events through the web site and outdoor sign, and to inform the congregation through the newsletter and web site. Contact Outdoor sign: John Hungerford; "The Grapevine" Monthly Newsletter: Christa Bartlett, Rev. Bruce Jones, and Bright Thompson; Web Site: Pat Knowland.
The purpose of the Church Growth and Evangelism Committee is to share with others through invitations to worship and participation in all church activities. To offer membership to persons interested in celebrating their faith together with others and provide opportunities that will help us all grow as disciples of Christ. Activities welcome visitors and provide them with information about church activities. Personally contact people who show an interest in the church. Provide opportunities for new fellowship groups to form to foster growing together in the name of Jesus Christ. Meetings are the fourth Tuesday of each Month. For additional information, please contact Norma and Neil Johnson.
The Caring Team provides a ministry to those who are grieving. This includes providing a meal if there is a death in the family. There are monthly rotating teams of volunteers who perform this important ministry. For details, contact Joyce Dean.
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The purpose of the UMW is to get members to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of missions through participation in the global ministries of the church. Some of the Activities that the UMW sponsor include the Annual Flea Market and Holiday Bake Sale; Annual Nursing Home Visit Mothers Day Tea; Christmas Luncheon; and Weekly Children’s Worship Bulletins. We have two circles that meet monthly and then every other month the groups meet together for our General Meeting. The ABR Circle meets on the first Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m in the Fellowship Hall. The Evening Circle meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the homes the of members. We also have a group of "Members at Large;" they aren't in a circle but attend, the general meetings. For more information, please contact Joyce Hancock, President.
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The purpose of the UMM is to create a supportive fellowship for men who seek to know Jesus Christ, to grow spiritually and to seek His daily will. Activities include Chicken Bar-B-Q fundraising and Fellowship meals. UMM provides financial and physical assistance to a wide variety of church related projects. Meetings are the third Tuesday of each month. Contact Ed McKenzie, President, for more information.
YOUTH MINISTRIES
Sunday School is for all kids (ages 2 years through adult) to learn to live as Christians using the Bible as a guide. Meetings are every Sunday during the school year, between 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. For more information, please contact Julie Robbins, Coordinator, 301-934-2697.
The United Methodist Youth is for ages 6th grade through 12th grade. The purpose of the group is to glorify God, reach out to others in need, extend our ministry to others, and unite with other Christians to continue our development as disciples of Jesus. Activities and Fund-raisers include car washes and bake sales, retreats, lock-ins, and service projects. Meetings are most Sundays during the school year, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.. We welcome you to join us at any activity!! Call Julie Robbins for more information.
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The Blessed Lambs Preschool provides loving Christian education for 3 and 4 year old children. Meetings for the 3 year olds meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, and the 4 year olds meet on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 to 11:30, September through May. During the summer months, the staff at Blessed Lambs Pre-School is taking a well-deserved vacation!
The preschool will be soon accepting registration for the 2008-2009 school year. Please call 301-934-2289 if you are interested or know someone that may be interested.
For more information on the Blessed Lambs Preschool, please visit their website.
Who doesn't need time away from the little angels? We have a very good program that provides loving Christian care for preschool children, ages nine months through 5 years, while providing their parents with the opportunity to have some time to refresh themselves. Meetings are on Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., September through May. During the summer, this program is on vacation!
For more therapeutic information about the upcoming "Mom's Day Out" Program starting in September, please contact Julie Robbins, Director, 301-934-6449.
For more information on Mom's Day Out, please visit their webpage.
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The purpose of the Children's Choir is to praise God and help spread His word through music.
Cherub Choir Ages 4 through 5th grade. Rehearsal: Wednesday, 7:00 – 7:45 p.m. Contact: Miss Linda, Miss Christa, and Miss Sherri Email contact is jdl712@comcast.net
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