Announcements
In-Person Worship
Sunday Morning Sanctuary Worship continues at 9:30 am every Sunday morning.
We are also blessed to now offer seating downstairs in the Sanctuary Fellowship Hall where the worship service can be seen live from the sanctuary via television. Thank you for your ministry in making the sanctuary a healthy, safe and worshipful place to be God's Church together in-person.
Virtual Worship Continues
Still concerned about worshiping in person? Being far away but still wanting to be close to the Mariposa UM Church community? Our Worship through YouTube will go on. The link for the service is sent via email by Saturday. Services are also available on our Messages page.
For a list of Upcoming Sermons, visit our Upcoming Sermons page.
We welcome and truly appreciate your gifts, however, you choose to get them to the church. You can mail your check to the church at P.O. Box 248, Mariposa, CA 95338. Online Giving is a convenient option, via either the church's website or the GivePlus mobile app.
If you have any questions about how to make an online gift or set up a recurring online gift, please feel free to contact me at 209-742-6131 or glennsutherland@sti.net.
Communion Offerings for April will go to the United Methodist Committee On Relief (UMCOR)
Communion Offering Report
The February Communion Offering for Helping Hands raised $111.
Luke 23:32-46 (NLT)
32 Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. 33 When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him there, along with the criminals—one on his right, the other on his left. 34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. 35 The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at him. They said, "He saved others; let him save himself if he is God's Messiah, the Chosen One." 36 The soldiers also came up and mocked him. They offered him wine vinegar 37 and said, "If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself." 38 There was a written notice above him, which read: This is the king of the Jews. 39 One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: "Aren't you the Messiah? Save yourself and us!" 40 But the other criminal rebuked him. "Don't you fear God," he said, "since you are under the same sentence? 41 We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong." 42 Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." 43 Jesus answered him, "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise." The Death of Jesus 44 It was now about noon, and darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon, 45 for the sun stopped shining. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two. 46 Jesus called out with a loud voice, "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit." When he had said this, he breathed his last.
Join us for an exciting journey of learning and growth as we gear up to kick off the Friday afternoon children's program at Mariposa United Methodist Church. Starting right after school on September 6, this engaging program is a wonderful opportunity for children to explore their faith in a nurturing environment.
As we embark on this meaningful endeavor, we're reaching out to our community for support. If you feel called to contribute and be a part of this ministry, we encourage you to connect with Gussie Kidd. Rest assured, no prior experience is required as comprehensive training will be provided to equip you to work effectively with the children.
Let's come together to create a positive impact on the young hearts and minds in our community. Your involvement is not just appreciated - it's transformative.
Visit our TGIF page.
Looking Ahead
Special Church Conference
Sunday, April 27, following worship. The agenda will include the election of a Trustee and other officers.
TGIF Kids Club Sunday
TGIF Kids Club Sunday is scheduled for May 18, featuring the giving of Bibles to our 3rd graders.
For the final gathering of the school year and end of the TGIF Kids Club on May 30, we are hoping for a homecoming of alumni (students and volunteers) to celebrate this ministry, say "Thank You," and say goodbye to Pastor Mark. Plan and join us!!
Community Shredding Event
Saturday, May 17, 2024, from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Safely shred your confidential documents. Suggested Donation: $7 per standard-size file box. Individuals and businesses are invited. Your confidential documents will be destroyed on-site while you watch. Services provided by Discount Shred.
Location: In the parking lot behind MUMC.
GriefShare Support Group
joycemccoy7778@gmail.com
Register: Griefshare.org/findagroup
209.777.9727
The Upper Room
The Upper Room daily devotions are also available online at https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals.
Pioneer Market Receipts
Please remember to save your receipts; these benefit our Youth Programs. You may drop them in the church drop box facing Bullion Street, or mail them with your offering. If you total your receipts, please only total the sub-total amounts (pre-tax).
Women in Faith
Women in Faith (formally known as UMW). Visit our UWIF web page.
The Upper Room
The Upper Room daily devotions are also available online at https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals.
Weekly
Worship Service, Sundays, 9:30 AM
UM Youth Fellowship, Monday, 3:30 PM (FH)
Chimes Practice, Thursday, 5:30 PM (Sanctuary)
TGIF Club, Friday, 2:30-5:15 PM (during the school year)
Monthly
UMM Breakfast, 1st Saturday., 8 AM
Fix-It Team, 1st Saturday, 9:30 AM
Worship Team Meeting, 1st Wednesday, 4:30 PM (via Zoom)
Homebound Ministry, 3rd Thursday, 1 PM
Faithful Readers, 3rd Thursday, Time TBD
Chimes Choir
Chimes Choir is alive and happening with in-person worship and recording. You are welcome to join. Call Janet Langley at 209-966-4454 (evenings) or email thelangleyco@gmail.com. We chime to glorify the Lord.
Children's Choir
Choir is open to any child who loves music and is currently enrolled in grades 2-6. Children are escorted from MES to MUMC each Tuesday for rehearsals which go from 3:00 to 5:00 pm in the MUMC Joe Kidd Hall.
Monthly Choir dues of $20.00 are payable on the first rehearsal each month (Scholarships are available).
For more information contact Gail Vanderslik.
Dream Weavers is Restarting! Dream Weavers are crafters who use their gifts with knitting needles and crochet hooks to craft a variety of items, including prayer shawls, chemo caps, scarves and hats for the homeless, and caps for premature babies.
We meet on the fourth Thursday of every month at 9:30 am in the second-floor conference room (Joe Kidd Hall).
All crafters are welcome who want to share their skills and make a difference in people's lives. We also welcome donations of yarn for our members to use. If you have a stash that needs a home, bring it to the church. We especially welcome small amounts that can be used in creative shawls and scarves.
Visit our Dream Weavers web page for information and lots of resources.
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