hosting a new daytime. Vacation Bible School ... ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL. @ 9am & 10:30am ... Tickets are $10 for adults
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“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — J ohn 15:5
Thank you to everyone who helped make Lent and Easter such a meaningful season here at the church. My spirit is still full from the music, worship experiences, shared meals and other events that brought so many people into community here over the past month. Now spring is settling in, and our lives become busy in other ways. It is important to remember that our faith in God and participation in Christian community is not an event, but a journey and rhythm of life. As many of us will be involved in sporting activities, vacations and other meaningful events that keep us busy, the church is developing new ways to stay connected to this community as well as continue to nurture our faith on the go. We are committed to offering new ways for you to stay connected to what God is doing at HUMC and to find regular inspiration throughout the week. This past month we launched a new smartphone app to help people live stream worship, watch sermons on the go, read daily devotions and engage in small group conversations.
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In May, we are launching a new podcast called “People of the Story” in which we will have in-depth discussions about relevant faith issues often tying into sermons, current events and even popular culture references. I encourage you to find your way to stay connected and to continue to grow closer to the God who loves us and wants to work through us. On the Journey with You,
Rev. Chris Heckert, Sr. Pastor
VBS: SAVE THE DATE! AUG. 14 -18 This summer, HUMC is hosting a new daytime Vacation Bible School (9am-12pm), Maker Fun Factory! Children will participate in Bible-learning activities, and learn to look for evidence of God all around them through “God Sightings.” Each day concludes with the Funshop Finale to get everyone involved in living what they’ve learned. Email Catalina Nolte,
[email protected] or Heidi Birdwell at
[email protected] for information.
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WORSHIP SCHEDULE: SATURDAY— CASUAL SERVICE WITH COMMUNION @ 5pm in Chapel SUNDAY — TRADITIONAL SERVICE @ 8am in Chapel CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP @ 9am in Fellowship Hall CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL @ 9am SR. HIGH SUNDAY SCHOOL @ 10:30am in the Youth Room ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL @ 9am & 10:30am
DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP TODAY! We have launched a new Haddonfield UMC smartphone app that will make it easier for you to live stream our worship services, watch weekly sermons at any time, listen to podcasts, give electronically, and read daily reflections from wherever you are! It is available on the iTunes app store, Amazon Appstore, and Google Play by searching for ‘Haddonfield UMC.’ Download and share this app, so you can connect with us during the summer! CHILDREN’S MUSICAL
TRADITIONAL SERVICE @ 10:30am in the Sanctuary
Join HUMC on Sunday, May 7 at 10:30am for the classic Children’s Musical “It’s Cool in the Furnace,” about the tale of Daniel. There will not be a combined service May 7, and there will still be a 9am worship service.
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
WELCOME, REV. DR. BILL COOK!
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We are excited to welcome Rev. Dr. Bill Cook on our staff as Pastor of Visitation! Bill is an ordained elder in the UMC and brings with him a very gentle spirit and pastoral heart. He has served at several churches during his ministry, and in his first career he was a US postmaster. Please join us in welcoming Pastor Bill!
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THANK YOU, REV. CAROL FREEMAN HANN In June, Rev. Carol Freeman Hann will be retiring as our Visitation Ministries Pastor. Pastor Carol has previously served here at HUMC from 1975-1982, and has coordinated our Visitation Ministry Team to ensure that our homebound members and those with prayer concerns feel God’s love and the congregation’s care. We will miss Pastor Carol and are deeply grateful for her leadership and care. Please wish her blessings in her retirement!
YOUTH MISSION SPAGHETTI DINNER, SILENT AUCTION & TALENT SHOW WITH A MUSICAL SHOWCASE Join us on May 6 at 5:30pm for a delicious spaghetti and meatball dinner, silent auction, and talent show with a musical showcase featuring the Chris Heckert Trio and guests, that benefits YOUth mission trips this summer to Give Kids the World and Henderson Settlement. Tickets are $10 for adults/$5 for children, and available for purchase in the Welcome Center between worship services. Please contact Bethany Amey-Sutton at
[email protected] with any questions or order tickets. EARLY CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CLASS
What was it like to participate in a house church worship service in the first century? This class will explore the culture of ancient Galatia (today’s Turkey) and imagine what a worship service would be like at one of the Apostle Paul’s churches in Galatia. Classes are Wednesday, May 3 and 10, at 7:15pm in Room 304. The class will culminate with a reconstruction of a house church service, including hymns, prayers, a small meal, and communion on May 20 at 11am. All are welcome!
SERMON SCHEDULE: MAY 7 Rev. Chris Heckert
MAY 14 Rev. Chris Heckert
MAY 21 Rev. Christina Lelache MAY 28 Rev. Chris Heckert
JOIN THE GREETER TEAM! You could make someone’s day just by holding a door and saying hi! We’re looking to have additional greeters for before & after the 9am and 10:30am Sunday services. If you’d like a couple hundred people to wish you good morning and brighten your day, please contact the church at 856-429-0403 or
[email protected] and join us on May 8 at 7 PM for an intro/training meeting in Sayre Pavilion.
YOU CAN VIEW OUR SERMONS ONLINE ANYTIME AT HADDONFIELDUMC.ORG/ SERMONS, OR WATCH WORSHIP IN REAL TIME EACH SUNDAY AT 10:30AM THROUGH OUR LIVE STREAM AT HADDONFIELDUMC.ORG YOU CAN ALSO ACCESS OUR SERMONS, LIVESTREAM, DEVOTIONS AND MUCH
A FUTURE WITH HOPE: THANK YOU! Thank you to all who helped two families on April 8 in Brigantine, NJ get closer to living in their new homes!
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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS
SUNDAY
May 4 - National Day of Prayer Breakfast May 6 - Youth Mission Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction with a Musical Showcase May 7 - Children’s Musical May 28 - Memorial Day Service
To arrange a bus ride to worship for the 10:30am service, please call:
May 7 – Walter Douglas 856-428-5919 May 14 – Cindy Plucinski 856-354-9640 May 21 – John Landgraf 856-854-0464 May 28– Cindy Plucinski 856-354-9640
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1 Mission Team 7pm
2 Christian Education Committee 7pm
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Steeple Club Luncheon 12pm
Tuesday A.M. Book Group 9:30am
Children’s Musical 10:30am
Greeter Team Training 7pm
Pre-Baptism Class 6:30pm
New Members Class 1pm
Stephen Ministry Supervision & Continuing Education 7pm
Finance Team Meeting 7pm
Matt Smith Organ Recital 4pm
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Administrative Council Meeting 7pm
Free Health Screening 8:30am New Members Class 1pm
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Baptisms
Spirituality Team 7pm
Prayer Shawl Ministry 1pm
Families of Differently Abled Children Support Group 10:30am 28 Memorial Day Service 11:30am
SPRC Meeting 7pm
29 Memorial Day Office & Building Closed
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ONGOING WEEKLY ACTIVITIES SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
7:30am: AA
7:45am: AA
7:45am: AA
8am: Traditional Worship
9:30am: Tai Chi
1pm: Fun & Fitness for 55+
9am: Contemporary Service
6:30pm: Boy Scouts Meeting
9am: Christian Roundtable Class
6:30pm: 24 Hours Group
7pm: Contemporary Praise Team Rehearsal
9am: Emmaus Class
7:30pm: Holtz Handbell Rehearsal
9am: Koinonia Class 9am: Children’s Sunday School 10:30am: T raditional Worship 10:30am: Moms Group 10:30am: Sr. High Sunday School 6:15pm: Youth Choir Rehearsal
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TUESDAY
Trustees Meeting 7pm
Mother’s Day
MAY BUS MINISTRY SCHEDULE
MONDAY
7pm: YOUth Fellowship
MAY 2017 THURSDAY
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Children’s Choir Rehearsal 4:30pm
National Day of Prayer Breakfast 8:30am
WEDNESDAY
Early Christian Worship Class 7:15pm
Youth Mission Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction with a Musical Showcase 5:30pm
Stephen Ministry Supervision and Continuing Education 10am
Children’s Musical Dress Rehearsal 10am
UMW Executive Board Meeting 10am UMW Luncheon 12pm Disability Task Force 7pm 10
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Veteran’s Ministry Group 7pm Early Christian Worship Class 7:15pm Children’s Choir Rehearsal 4:30pm
17 Master Recorders Rehearsal 1pm Card Ministry 7pm
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Early Christian Worship Reconstruction 11am
Susanna Wesley Circle Meeting 10am
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Pre-School Graduation and Party 5pm
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THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
7:45am: AA
7:45am: AA
7:45am: AA
8:30am: AA
6:30pm: Youth Confirmation Class
9am: Men’s Bible Study
8pm: Cherry Hill Young People AA
9am: Women’s Bible Study
8:30pm: HUMC After Hours Group
1pm: Fun & Fitness for 55+
WEDNESDAY
5pm: Worship Service
6:30pm: 24 Hours Group 6:45 MasterChorale Rehearsal 8:10pm: Chancel Choir Rehearsal
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ANNOUNCEMENTS MAY MISSION OFFERING The mission offering for the month of May will support HUMC Youth Missions. You can give throughout the month by writing “Youth Missions” on your check or envelope. CONGRATULATIONS, MATT! Come to HUMC May 7 at 4pm in the Sanctuary for a free concert by our award-winning organist, Matt Smith! Matt was the 2017 first prize winner of the Joan Lippincott Competition for Excellence in Organ Performance this past February, and will play a recital for HUMC! This hour-long concert will feature the works of Cesar Franck, Herbert Howells, Johann Sebastian Bach, Dr. Robert Bates and Rachel Laurin. Don’t miss it! THE STEEPLE CLUB The May Steeple Club luncheon will be Monday, May 8 at 12pm. Lunch will be provided for a cost of $5 per person, followed by a program. No reservation is required, and all are welcome!
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER BREAKFAST
On Thursday, May 4 the Haddonfield Council of Churches will sponsor a National Day of Prayer Breakfast. The breakfast begins at 8:30am and is followed by a performance by the Urban Promise Children’s Choir and an inter-faith dialogue on the topic, “Can We Talk Together: Opportunities, Obstacles and Evangelism,” with speakers Rev. Dr. Lee Spitzer of the American Baptist Churches of New Jersey, Chaplain Imam Sohaib Sultan, and Rabbi Jennifer Frenkel. The breakfast takes place at The First Baptist Church of Haddonfield. Don’t miss this event! Tickets can be purchased for $15 at the HUMC office. HUMC AFTER HOURS - NEW SMALL GROUP!
We’re launching a new small group and all are welcome! Please join us for conversation around the weekly sermons and how we live out our faith daily. Meet us on Wednesdays in Sayre Pavilion at 8:30pm. Please contact Rev. Christina Lelache at
[email protected] or Bethany Amey-Sutton at
[email protected] with questions. GREATER NEW JERSEY ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2017: REJOICE! Annual Conference is a yearly session for clergy and lay members to worship, learn about programs and conduct the business of the United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey. Annual Conference this year is May 21-23, and we have 18 voting delegates and two alternate delegates from HUMC attending the conference. Please keep them in prayer as they engage in this important work, and look for a report and update after they return!
THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL CONCERT! Over 800 people filled HUMC on April 9 for the spring concert of the New Jersey MasterChorale. This included an orchestra comprised of members of the Philadelphia Orchestra and Friends, as well as the Philadelphia Boys Choir and Chorale. Resounding ovations filled the sanctuary at the conclusion of this exciting concert. All were blessed by God’s gift of music in a performance of Duruflé’s Requiem, Mozart’s Regina Coeli, and the premiere of William P. Gorton’s Te Deum. 6
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED MAKE THIS LENT, HOLY WEEK, AND EASTER AN INCREDIBLY MEANINGFUL SEASON HERE AT HUMC! HUMC EASTER EGG HUNT!
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MEMORIALS AND HONORARIUMS MEMORIALS AND HONORARIUMS Haddonfield United Methodist Church gratefully accepts donations: In memory of Lucile Sayre from Charles & Bonnie Bell, Scott & Dottie Borchers, Wes & Lora Carr, Loretta & Bob Comfort, William & Virginia DeLong, Jean Dickinson, Rev. Larry & Carol Dunn, Mike Emrick, The Koinonia Sunday School Class, Shirley & John Landgraf, Ben & Robyn Lazarus, Lloyd & Peggy Lee, Richelle Maestro, Janet Meeker, Larry Parr, Poppy Hal, David & Carol Restrepo, Ron & Elaine Sandmeyer, Thomas & Ann Shay, Kirk & Denise Stuart, Dinny Traver, and Donald & Connie Windus In memory of Arthur Banks from Frank & Carol Cahill, Ellie Cheney, Charles Gunn, Charlotte Hartman, The Koinonia Sunday School Class, Karen Kongsmai, Shirley & John Landgraf, Rev. Bill & Amy McElwee, Janet Neiswender, Karl Neiswender, Larry Parr, Rev. George C. Reid, Jr., Carol & John Scarborough, Laurie Wendel-Vedral, and Frank & Norie Wisniewski. In memory of Dorothy Bartie from Philadelphia Advanced Rotorcraft Team. In memory of Larnie Shaw from David & Sally Grayson. In memory of Betty Forster from Diane Ward.
