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Kids & Adults Activities
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WHAT'S HAPPENING @ LAUREL?
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES
YOUTH
- DOUBLE EDGE
- RIOT
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After hearing the mission of MERCY HOUSE at our Clara Swain Circle, we were inspired to attempt to furnish one of their six recently secured apartments to provide housing and foster the independence of homeless and at-risk families. WE REALLY NEED THE HELP OF THE ENTIRE CONGREGATION TO FIND THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
Beds-Dressers-Kitchen Table/4 Chairs-Microwave-Couch-Arm Chair-Pots/Pans-Assorted Glasses-Kitchen Linens-Silverware/Utensils-End Tables-Kitchen Trash Can-Shower Curtain/Rings-Sheets-Comforter/Bedspread-Blankets-Pillows-Toaster-Set of Dishes-Towels/Washcloths
Perhaps you or someone you know is downsizing or cleaning house and has unused furniture. Let them know of the need at MERCY HOUSE. Call Jean Hanson at 636-7757 or Eileen Royal at 546-7659 to arrange pickup. Thank you for your help! Together we can get this done!
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are here!
There is a Camp for everyone and every interest—Photography, family horse camp, Science camp, Grandparent and Me, Fishing camp, Night Owl camp, Baby Fold camp, and much, much more!!! Pick up a folder and explore the possibilities. Register by April 13 to take advantage of the early bird discount!
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6:00 P.M. IN THE PARLOR
April’s Book Club meeting will cover Sand in my Eyes by Christine Lemmons.
Synopsis
An older woman growing flowers, a younger woman caught up in the weeds, and the seasons of life with the uplifting and insightful writing style that has captivated thousands of readers. This is an enchanting tale of marriage and motherhood, identity and sacrifice, betrayal and forgiveness, forbidden passion and possibilities.
Naomi Fowler will be the discussion leader for April. Dinner will be provided by Donna Means & Rosemarie Stoelting, with dessert by Cindy Nagle & Dyann Miller. Please contact Melinda Shaw, Director of Lay Ministries, 525-1866 or mshaw@laurelumchurch.org for questions.
UNITED METHODIST MEN'S FELLOWSHIP
Tuesday, April 6
6:00 p.m.
in Fellowship Hall
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| 10 Great Dates |
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So What Are You Doing on Saturday Nights?
How would you like a guaranteed night out with your spouse? Join us for a brief get-together featuring marriage enriching themes then set out for your own private date!
Next Date Night
March 13
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
in the Parlor
"Learning to Talk"
Call Melinda Shaw at Laurel United Methodist Church
for information on child care.
Reservations required.
217/525-1866
Participant Guide - 10 Great Dates to Energize Your Marriage is available in the church office for $10.
Laurel United Methodist Church
631 South Grand Ave, West • Springfield, Illinois 62704 • 217/525-1866
(Corner of South Grand and S. Walnut)
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CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES |
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 Palms and an
Easter Egg Hunt! Sunday, March 28
Children and Youth of all ages
will be included.
Palm Sunday, March 28 is a day of celebration that begins with the waving of palms at the
9:30 a.m. service.
Children need to arrive at 9:15 a.m. and go to their Sunday School classrooms to line up and receive palms and instructions for the service.
Children and youth will sing the beginning anthem
(He Isthe King of Kings and Hosanna), and then return to their classrooms for Sunday School, an Easter Egg Hunt, and a special snack/treat.
Due to the extra activities, Sunday School time will be extended, and will end with the waving of palms again at the 10:45 a.m. service.
(We do a different Easter Egg Hunt for each age group, so the extra time is needed to allow time for each group to complete all the activities.)
We will recess together from the service, and children will be dismissed from their classrooms.
(That way, treats received can be collected before leaving!)
Come be a part of the
Celebration of Palm Sunday!!!
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Baby Fold Camp is
July 10-16
- mark your calendar and send in your registration today. Register by April 13 to take advantage of the Early Bird Discount! You can register on line at www.igrCAMP.org
“For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword . . .” Hebrews 4:12
All High School youth are invited!
Double Edge Schedule :
(Time 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted)
Mar. 7 - Ball Room Dancing
Mar 13 - Get ready for Spud Bake --- set tables, wash potatoes and etc.
Mar. 14 - Spud Bake --- mark your calendar --- no youth group
Mar. 21 - Scavenger Hunt
Mar. 28 - Palm Sunday --- Waving of Palms --- Easter Egg Hunt—no youth evening.
April 4 - Easter – No Youth group
Riot (Rejoice in One Truth)
All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are invited!
RIOT Schedule:
(Time 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted)
Mar. 7 - Watch for note to be sent
Mar 13 - Get ready for Spud Bake --- set tables, wash potatoes and etc.
Mar. 14 - Spud Bake --- mark your calendar
Mar. 21 - Get ready for Easter Egg Hunt.
Mar. 28 - Palm Sunday --- Waving of Palms --- Easter Egg Hunt- no youth evening.
April 4 - Easter – No Youth group
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TGIF
Our goal and purpose is to know the good news of God’s love, fellowship and care for each other, reach out into the community, share in God’s word and to offer ourselves in service to God.
A snack supper is served when the groups activity is at Laurel. Our schedule is posted in the Laurel Leaf newsletter and youth receive mailings with updates. A schedule is sometimes posted on the bulletin board In fellowship hall.
You are always encouraged to contact JoAnn at 525-1866 or e-mail at joverholt@laurelumchurch.org with any Questions, ideas and/or suggestions.
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