Enjoy a time of fellowship, dinner and the ever-laughable races.
Feb. 12th at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall
Want to know more about Shrove Tuesday?
Ever wonder why there’s almost always a pancake breakfast at church some time before Easter? Well, stick with Chuck because no matter if you call it – Shrove or Fat Tuesday – you’ll be learning about it with a smile.
Feb. 13 ASH WEDNESDAY
“Which is it deny or take up for Lent? – Luke 9:21-27
Ash Wednesday begins Lent for us. Lent is a time to sacrifice as Jesus was willing to sacrifice. Yet, you hear some people say “I’m giving up ________ for Lent. (You fill in the blank) Others say, “I’m taking up ________ or adding this to my schedule during Lent. (You fill in the blank) So which is it denying self or taking up additional things for Lent? Let’s find out on Wednesday.
Feb. 17 – Is the Bible Relevant for Us Today? – 2 Timothy 3:16-17
The Bible was written so long ago. How can it be useful for us? It speaks to another time and different issues! Or does it? The Bible speaks to each generation and each age. Let’s see the relevancy of the Bible for us in 2013.
Feb. 24 – Are issues black and white or only gray? –
Is there an answer to the issues we face in the world today? If you look at our congress and society it seems each charts out its answer and that’s it. Or we simply say there isn’t an answer but it’s a gray area and its up to each to decide. Does the Bible teach an objective truth and if so what difference does it make? Let’s look at that this Sunday and the issues we as a society face.
Mar. 3 Is Jesus the only way to salvation? John 14:1-6
Mar. 10 – Does it make any difference if I pray? –
Prayer is the thing everyone always talks about doing, but does it really make any difference? Isn’t God going to do what God is going to do regardless? Isn’t it a waste of my time? The Bible says, “You have not because you ask not.” Hmmmmm does that mean if we don’t pray we can lose out? Let’s see how to pray and what it does on Sunday.
Mar. 17 – There is only ONE God and he just has different names RIGHT?
The Bible says there is ONE God. But the God’s people talk about and believe in are so different. One is involved in everything. One never does anything but create what is. One only judges. Another only loves. Are they all the same and it doesn’t matter what we believe as long as we believe in God! Let’s see what the ONE and ONLY God is like and you can decide this Sunday.
Mar. 24 – Palm Sunday – Why did Jesus have to die?
Jesus was a good man. He was compassionate and caring. He helped the poor and needy. He should have continued to live as our example but they killed him! Jesus died! Why did it have to happen? What difference does it make for me? Let’s talk about the cross and death this Sunday.
Mar. 31 – EASTER SUNDAY – Why did Jesus have to be raised from the dead?
Jesus story is acceptable until you begin to talk about his resurrection. Surely this isn’t true. The dead are made alive and a tomb is empty! How could it be? Yet, it is necessary! It is the reason we are here! Let’s see if we can discover what that means for the world this Easter and what we have to share because of it.
Pender Connections Class
Join our next Pender Connections Class on February 10th from 9:30-noon in the Chapel.
Hear about the history of our wonderful church and ministries. You will have the opportunity to make decisions about baptism and/or membership as you explore options to use your gifts and talents for God.
Want to learn more? Contact the Pender UMC Church Office.
Turning Point Youth Ministry presents: Race to Nowhere
Featuring the heartbreaking stories of young people across the country who have been pushed to the brink, educators who are burned out and worried that students aren’t developing the skills they need, and parents who are trying to do what’s best for their kids.
Race to Nowhere points to the silent epidemic in our schools: cheating has become commonplace, students have become disengaged, stress-related illness, depression and burnout are rampant, and young people arrive at college and the workplace unprepared and uninspired.
All parents and youth are invited to a showing of this movie on February 8th at 7:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
A small panel discussion will immediately follow the film.
The Book Lovers Group will meet on Sunday, February 10, at 7:00 pm in the home of Jane Allingham.
We will be discussing Peace Like a River by Lief Enger.
All are welcome, and we’d love to have you join us.
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