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A Word from Pastor Leigh…
When was the last time you purchased a new piece of furniture? Maybe a chair that caught your eye. Chances are pretty good that the first place that you put it in your home was not the spot that if finally occupied. You might have moved it to another corner, pushed it back, pushed it forward, or decided it was in the wrong room altogether. It takes time to get used to a new piece of furniture.
That is what it is like with the new organ that has arrived in the Chapel. It has landed a certain way, but, with Joe’s help and some assistance from Andover Organ Company, it will be arranged in a way that will make it look like it fits with the décor a bit better. However, that will take a little time, and a good eye.
The organ is an excellent instrument for which we paid $1. We used money from two benevolences specifically earmarked for an organ in the chapel. SUMC was planning to procure an organ for Davison Chapel long before I arrived as your pastor. We were fortunate to acquire such a sweet-sounding instrument, and it will make a lovely addition to the Chapel once it finally settles into its new home. An organ will make the Chapel an ideal place for small weddings, funerals, and lots of other services.
So please join us in being patient as we determine how best to make our new organ an attractive addition to Davison Chapel. The organ, just like all of us, is a work in progress.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and thoughtfulness.
Pastor Leigh
Christian Education News
Kidbury UMC Kidbury UMC is open before and after worship! The theme for the month of May is “One Small Step.” It’s all about trusting the Holy Spirit and how small steps lead to big growth in faith. As always, the Kidbury Library, games station, and Tent of Meeting (prayer station) will be available for children to visit any time.
Kidbury is for all ages (there’s even a toddler section!) and opens at 9:00am each Sunday. Feel free to come by any time before 9:45 or after worship during Coffee Hour. We will take a break for the summer beginning Sunday, June 16th.
Adult Formation Classes
There are two adult education opportunities every Sunday. Both adult classes are 9:15-9:45 am.
Exploring Topics in Christianity meets in Davison Chapel. The topics planned for the remainder of this program year are as follows:
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- May 19 – Messianic passages of the OT
- May 26 - No Class, Memorial Day Weekend
- June 2 - The Lost Gospel Q
All are welcome to share in the discussion or to just listen. No preparation or homework required.
The Upper Room Group meets each week in the O'Reilly Room. This group opens in prayer, then reflects on a scripture passage or devotional reading provided by individual volunteers from the group.
For more information about any of our Christian Education/Formation programs contact Caryl Walsh (CarylW@comcast.net) or Zack Moser (zack@sudbury-umc.org).
Soft Goods Collection for Salkehatchie Mission
Did you miss the Salkehatchie Dinner and Auction? Still want to support the team? There is another way to support the team and low-income families. Between now and early June, the Salkehatchie team will be collecting “soft goods” (clothing, blankets, curtains, etc.) that will be given to Savers at 20 cents/pound. We will give all the items to Savers on Saturday, June 8.
Summer Events
Youth Mission Week (July 22-26): this event is an annual collaboration between SUMC and (at least) three other United Methodist Churches in our area. It is from 10:00 am-2:00 pm daily, and each day involves a different local outreach opportunity. Youth Mission Week is in its fourth year, it’s going strong, and it is for anyone who has completed grades 6-12.
If you have any questions about anything pertaining to youth ministry at SUMC or if you are a youth/parent who would like to receive weekly updates, contact Zack (zack@sudbury-umc.org).
Keep the Faith.
Yard Sale Is this Saturday, May 18, from 9:00 to 3:00 in Church Parking Lot!
Furniture Drive for Fresh Start on June 15
The Outreach Commission will be collecting furniture and household goods on June 15. Please look for more details at the flyer at the end of the newsletter.
Women’s Group Road Trip to Rockport
There is still time to participate in the annual “Rockport Road Trip” to visit the home of Gaynelle Weiss, a former SUMC member. This year the day long excursion is planned for June 14. You can contact Diane Hammond for more details, (Karendiane.hammond@me.com).
Join Our Liturgist Team
Reading scripture at our worship service is one of the many rewarding ways to be involved with SUMC. Liturgists help lead the congregation in prayer, read Scripture, and assist with the distribution of the bread and cup during Holy Communion. Those who enjoy public speaking, and especially reading the gospels, are welcome to join our team of Liturgists. All readings and prayers are supplied to the liturgist making it easy for you to prepare. Your commitment would be only 4-5 Sundays within the year. If you are interested, please reach out to Libby Dilling, libby@dilling.org.
Porch Party Follows Worship!
Coffee and conversation follow outside on the porch after worship for the next several weeks! Enjoy the sunshine while sipping coffee and the warmth of fellowship. We hope to have outdoor coffee hour for the next several weeks while the weather is seasonable.
If you can help with the set-up or clean-up in the next few weeks, please speak to Kristin Murphy. Thanks.
Musical Notes
- Strings, Brass, Winds and Percussion Hymnody
Greetings, SUMC players! It has been our custom to invite instrumentalists from the SUMC community to accompany the Sunday congregational hymns about once a month. If you have an interest in playing with us May 26 or June 2, let us know by signing up here:
URL for winds, brass, percussion on May 26: https://forms.gle/nAUNF5daSGw29sV88
URL for instrumentalists on June 2 (Music Ministry):
Brass, winds, percussion: https://forms.gle/La1czCrnV1djgM158
Strings: https://forms.gle/UANEkdiktwDcqZbL7
We enjoy working with players of all skill levels, so if you have a concern about whether or not you can “keep up”, let us know and we’ll work it out! Hope to see and hear you at Sunday service.
(rhammerton@charter.net) or (kevin@sudbury-umc.org)
- A cappella
We will have two more a cappella singing sessions, May 26 and June 2. If you have not stopped by to try this singing tradition, what’s keeping you? Grab a cup of coffee those two Sundays at coffee hour after service and join us. Everyone is welcome! Weather permitting, we’ll be under the tree in front of the church - otherwise Davison Chapel
Coming to Church? Please Follow Safety Guidelines!
The windows in the sanctuary will remain open for the foreseeable future to improve air flow and enhance public safety. Please do not close the windows during worship. You may want to sit closer to the center aisle if you are cold. Please be mindful of the outdoor temperature and dress accordingly.
SUMC Is Live-Streaming on Facebook and YouTube Every Sunday! Join us on Social Media!
The Church Growth Commission invites you to follow SUMC on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Twitter!
We are now streaming live to our own YouTube channel. We will also continue to live-stream on our Facebook page. Please take note and bookmark the links!
By reaching out through social media, the commission hopes to reach a larger audience. Please help us to grow. Follow us on (YouTube), (Facebook), (InstagramSUMC) and (TwitterSUMC).
Donating Sunday Morning Altar Flowers
The Flower Team welcomes altar flower donations. To choose a date, visit a user-friendly website : Flower Sign-Up Genius – through June. or July - December Sign-Up Genius or email (Kerry Healy). Please use the comment section to note if your gift is intended to be in honor or in memory of someone special. And if you have specific flowers in mind, please share that information in the comment section. Checks to cover the cost of the flowers can be made out to Sudbury United Methodist Church with a notation in the memo field indicating “Flower donation.” Thanks.
Do you love flowers? Join the Flower Team! Would you like to join the team that creates the beautiful arrangements on the altar each Sunday? Please contact Kerry (Kerry Healy) to let her know of your interest and she’ll be happy to fill you in about the process.
Going Shopping? Pick-up Something for the Food Cart!
Donations to our church’s shopping cart may be left at the O’Reilly Room entrance Monday through Friday. The best canned items to donate include solid white tuna, fruits, and vegetables. Raisins in boxes, dried beans, condensed milk, rice pilaf, pancake mix, syrup, pasta
and pasta sauce in jars, macaroni and cheese, instant coffee, laundry detergent, shampoo, soap, feminine care products, and wipes are also appreciated. Whenever you shop – or have groceries delivered to your home – please remember the food cart!
Sunday Greeters Needed
The Church Growth Commission is recruiting greeters to welcome visitors and members to church each Sunday morning. Cindi Bockweg puts the Sunday Greeters’ calendar together. Cindi’s email is (cindijb@hotmail.com). She looks forward to hearing from you!
Fresh Start Furniture Drive: Saturday, June 15th from 9-11 am
The Outreach Commission will be in the church parking lot on
Saturday, June 15th from 9:00-11:00 am.
Volunteers will be ready and able to assist you to help load the Fresh Start truck.
Fresh Start has had more demand than ever for their services and need our help in restocking both furniture and household goods. Please go through your home and see what you can donate!
Important: Items need to be clean and in good condition. Please visit the Fresh Start website for guidance on what can be donated and what cannot: https://freshstartfurnitureban...
If you need help moving large items, please contact Jennifer Pincus, to schedule a pre- approved, home pickup with the Fresh Start truck on June 15th. Please send Jennifer pictures and a description of the items to be picked up at (jenkpincus@gmail.com).
Unable to drop off on June 15th? While we are not able to accept furniture and household goods at the church ahead of time, we are collecting NEW Kitchen Towels, Potholders and Oven Mitts. Please deposit in the basket next to the Food Pantry Cart any time before June 15th.
Help spread the word and let’s fill the Fresh Start Furniture truck!
Sudbury United Methodist Church, 251 Old Sudbury Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
Phones: (978) 443-4351 or (978) 443-6785Fax: (978) 443-3052
Church Office: sumc@sudbury-umc.org Website: http://www. sudbury-umc.org
Church Staff
Pastor: The Rev. Leigh E. Goodrichpastorleigh@sudbury-umc.org
(Pastor Leigh observes Sabbath on Friday)
Youth & Children’s Ministries Director: Zachary Moser zack@sudbury-umc.org
(Pastor Zack observes Sabbath on Wednesday)
Organist/Music Director: Kevin Murphy, AAGOkevin@sudbury-umc.org
Sanctuary Choir Director: Rob Hammertonrob@sudbury-umc.org
Business Manager: Michael Grebmichael@sudbury-umc.org
Sunny Hill Director: Kathy Palmerdirector@sunnyhillpreschool.org
Office Manager: Shetal Kaye sumc@sudbury-umc.org
Sexton: Joe Picorellijoe@sudbury-umc.org
If you would like to make a donation to Sudbury United Methodist Church, please use the QR code below.
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