Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris
Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Gal 5:22-23
In spite of all of our divisions, the truth is we want to be good people. We just need to remember our shared values and agree to practice them.
DATES AT A GLANCE
Not the Fourth of July BBQ - Sunday, July 5, 5-7PM
Office Closed - Monday, July 6
urgent announcements
Church Office will be Closed Monday, July 6
In observance of Independence Day, the Church Offices will be closed on Monday, July 6. Stay safe for the long holidays!
Community Events
Not the Fourth of July BBQ on July 5!
We will have a Not the 4th of July BBQ on Sunday, July 5 from 5-7 p.m. on the Green Space (or in Hines Hall if there is rain). Come have yummy pulled pork sandwiches and vegan options and enjoy relaxed games on the lawn. Why are we calling it a not the 4th of July BBQ? Because in the 1800s at a Methodist Quarterly meeting, we passed a resolution that Methodists should not eat BBQ on the 4th of July. They didn't say anything about the 5th, though! Come be a good Methodist and join the celebration!
Pie A Pastor (or other Staff) in the Face!
Bring a monetary donation for the Second St. Food Pantry to the Not the 4th of July BBQ Sunday night to vote for which pastor - or other participating staff member - will get pied in the face! You will place your vote with the money you bring, and also get in the drawing for who gets to actually throw the pie! Come have fun and help hungry people at the same time!
Family Ministries
Ping Pong Tournament Supporting the Bentonville Book Bus
Come see how good your ping pong skills are against other church members! There will be different brackets based on skill level and age. You can bring your own paddle or use the ones we provide.
This tournament is a fundraiser for the Bentonville Book Bus, which is a program that allows children of all ages to check out books during the summer, and grab a snack bag full of goodies. This bus travels to each zone in our district every week during the summer.
Ages: Must be 8-99 years old to enter
Date: Sunday, July 12th
Time: 4pm, with Dinner at 5:30pm
Entry Fee: $35
Sign up HERE
Home Base
This summer, 7th–12th-grade students are invited into host homes for moments of connection—relaxed, intentional space for fellowship. Each night begins at 5:30, but check the specific week for the end time and location. Use this link to sign up!
announcements
Memories, not Mementos, Summer
We are focusing on being present with one another, spending time in face-to-face communication and connection, so we are asking that no photos be taken at church events this summer. Let's make memories and not mementos!
Keeping Up with the Land Discussion
As we discern our path as to what we should do with the land to the west side of our campus, you can keep up with all the information shared with the congregation, as well as provide your own input, by checking in on the website page dedicated to the discussion. You can find that page at this link. Thank you for sharing your voice and staying involved in this important church decision.
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