Upcoming events and activities from Monday, May 6th – Sunday, May 12th
MONDAY
There are no events scheduled for this day
TUESDAY
Morning Devotions
9 AM
Dial: 701-802-5182
Access: 6583581#
WEDNESDAY
There are no events scheduled for this day
THURSDAY
Morning Devotions
9 a.m. and 12 noon
Dial: 701-802-5182
Access: 6583581#
FRIDAY
Yesterday’s Children Trip
Yesterday’s Children is sponsoring a trip to see the play “Daniel” at Sight and Sound in Lancaster, PA. Trip includes tickets, dinner and transportation. Please see Sister Rosa White, Sister Peggy Thornton, and Minister Gloria Turner-Simpkins for more details. Second Installment Due May 10th
SATURDAY
GETHSEMANE FOOD PANTRY
Grace and peace saints! The pantry is open weekly on Saturdays from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. If you are in need of grocery items you can visit the pantry during those hours. Also, if you know of a FAMILY OR ANYONE in need, please pass on this information. Thank you.
SUNDAY
Sunday Morning Worship Service
We will worship at 10 a.m. every Sunday in person Online streaming begins at 10:15. Zoom call opens at 9:50 a.m. Individuals must register for worship. Registration opens every Wednesday.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3013361219
Call-In 301-715-8592
Meeting ID-301-336-1219
Youth Prayer Call
The Cluster Youth prayer call is today @ 7 pm. The prayer call will be facilitated by Pastor Nia. We ask that parents and guardians will help us by making sure your young people are logging into the call EVERY Sunday evening at 7pm. The call should not last more than 10 minutes. Any questions or concerns can be sent to Pastor Nia via email at Pastorchania@gmail.com.
FUTURE ANNOUNCEMENTS/FLYERS
Young People’s Ministry: Mental Health Symposium
Church Worship Participants
Grace and peace to you! The Worship Design Team is excited to invite individuals of all ages to participate in our weekly worship services. We believe that each member of our congregation has unique gifts to offer, and there are many ways you can serve your church family: as a greeter, acolyte, reader, prayer leader, usher, in communications, or through dance or choir.
If you or someone you know feels called to participate in any of these capacities, please reach out directly to the Worship Coordinators or the lead in each ministry:
Worship Committee: Rayla Parquet & Min. Jaynae Page
Acolytes/Communion Stewards: Cynthia Wilkins & Lucille McGinnis
Music Coordinator: Lisa Davis
Ushers: Sheila Chapman
Liturgical Dance: Khelsey Marshall
Communications/A/V: Brandon Hayes & Karen Thornton
Thank you for your continuous support as we strive to build a Worship Team that is pleasing to God at GUMC. Your willingness to serve is greatly appreciated and contributes to the richness of our worship experience.
Blessings,
Worship Design Team
#WearOrange Gun Violence Awareness Bridge Walk
Registration is open for this year’s #WearOrange Gun Violence Awareness Bridge Walk, scheduled for Saturday, June 8th!
To join us this year as a Walker, Volunteer, Donor or Sponsor…visit www.DMVMothersLikeMe.com
Spread the word, and we’ll see you then!
Workforce and Community Development: Veterans Career and Resources Fair
Stewardship Bible Study
Cluster Youth
The Baltimore-Washington Conference will be hosting a conference wide Mental Health Symposium on Saturday May 18, 2024 from 3:30-7:30pm for youth and young adults between the ages of 12-35. Please mark your calendars.
Gethsemane Dance Ministry
Are you passionate about worshiping God through movement? Do you want to learn how? Join us as we release the kingdom through dance. Your feet were made to worship! The Worship Design Team is reinstating Gethsemane’s Dance Ministry.
For more information contact:
Khelsey Marshall (khelsey.marshall@gmail.com) , Dance Ministry Coordinator
Rayla Parquet (rparquet@gethsemaneumc.org), Worship Coordinator
Min Janaye Page (janaye.page@gmail.com), Worship Co-Coordinator
Health Reminder From: Health/Wellness Ministry
The cold, flu, Covid 19, RSV viruses remain among us. Protect your health. Vaccines are available. We remain vigilant to protect the congregation. Face masks and hand sanitizers are available in the lobby. BE SAFE: Take precautions, protect yourself.
Gloria Rutledge, RN, MSN, Health/Wellness Ministry, Chair
The Capital Market wants YOU to become a Community Advocate!
The Institute is a 6-week training program designed for residents, local business owners, community organizations, city officials, employees, and partners to come together and amplify their role as engaged civic participants.
Trainings are facilitated by 20743 residents & community stakeholders. Participants receive a small stipend. Workshops will be held on Saturdays at Gethsemane UMC
Youth and Children’s Choir Rehearsal
