Be sure to mark your calendar for this date, time and place, so we can show our appreciation for our Pender kids’ participation in “Growing in Grace” and our introduction / audition of our new, prospective band.
2 Peter 3:18 instructs us to “Grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be glory both now and forever.”
There are lots of benefits from being actively involved at Pender UMC. Getting to know people, and serving others gives you a sense of belonging. Being involved can have a very positive impact on your spiritual walk.
Become a member of Pender or at least attend often. Pender Connections classes are often held to help you with your decision.
There are always needs that have to be fulfilled. Below is a list of some of the ways you can get involved.
Be a greeter.
Become an usher.
Serve in the children’s ministry.
Talk to others around you after services.
If you have handy skills, offer to fix things that are broken.
Serve in the hospitality department coffee, lunch etc..
Join a Sunday School class and/or a Small Group. We have lots to choose from.
Offer to help with audio/visual
Join the choir or band. Learn to play handbells.
The Outreach Center can always use a helping hand on Saturdays.
Help with cleaning.
Attend Bible Studies.
Help with fundraisers.
Help out at the Pender ReGift Thrift Store
Invite other people to visit your church.
Join the Men’s group or a Woman’s Circle
Knit or Crochet for those who need encouragement through Casting God’s Love
Go on a Short-Term Missions trip
Sign up for the Prayer Chain
Volunteer in the Church Office
The Flea Market and Boutique can always use sorters and salespeople.
April 7 Sing ‘n Celebrate Service with Time of Healing
April 12-14 Missions Conference
April 24 Pender Men’s Dinner
April 26 Music Ministry Concert Series, featuring Westfield’s Jazz Band
April 27 Rebuilding Together
May 2 National Day of Prayer
May 5 Sing ‘n Celebrate
May 9 Flea Market & Boutique
May 18 Evening to Remember, featuring Rev Kev’s Band, JC Reigns
May 19 Mother Daughter Tea
We are so excited to be a part of the Camp Highroad Benefit Concert again this year!
We hope that all of you will make time on March 2nd, to come to Arcola UMC and join us for an evening of worship and praise.
JC Reigns feels blessed to be a part of this wonderful event, which will raise money for children who might not otherwise be able to attend a Christian camp this summer.
“Just in Time for Christmas” by JC Reigns
(RevKev’s Praise Band). RevKev, aka Rev. Kevin Havens is the associate pastor at Pender.
Just In Time For Christmas, is a compilation of traditional Christmas favorites and our newest JC Reigns originals. We are excited to share this project with you as we believe that it has something for everyone.
Stop by the Welcome Center to purchase a new CD for $10.