Christian Education News
Kidbury UMC Kidbury UMC is open before and after worship! 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 9:00 a.m. Feel free to come by any time before 9:45 or after worship during Coffee Hour. We will take a break for the summer after this Sunday.
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? The Salkehatchie team will be collecting “soft goods” (clothing, blankets, curtains, etc.) that will be given to Savers at 20 cents/pound. You can drop off your donations through June 6. 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).
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Furniture Drive for Fresh Start on June 15
The Outreach Commission will be holding a furniture and housewares drive in the church parking lot on June 15th, from 9:00 – 11:00 am. Please see the flyer at the end of the announcements for more detailed information.
Social Justice Commission Hosts a Discussion on Ukraine on Sunday, June 23
On June 23rd, after worship service, the SUMC Social Justice Commission is honored to have Tania Vitvitsky present Eight Weeks in Ukraine; Life During War in the chapel. Tania will speak about her recent visits to Ukraine in her capacity as President of the Ukrainian Charitable Platform https://ukrainecharitable.org/. This organization is working to help serve the neediest of the many individuals displaced in Ukraine, including women and children. We hope you can join us for what is sure to be an educational, insightful, and powerful discussion. Please see the flyer at the end of the announcements for more detailed information.
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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).
Porch Party Follows Worship!
Coffee and conversation follow outside on the porch after worship! 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.
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. 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 : July - December Sign-Up Genius. 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 in the amount of $50.00 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.
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!
Fresh Start Furniture Drive: Saturday, June 15th from 9:00-11:00 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!
Social Justice Discussion on June 23
Interfaith Book Club at the Islamic Center of Boston
Sudbury United Methodist Church, 251 Old Sudbury Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
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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
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