DISTRICT MEMBER-AT-LARGE:
If you are interested in being a North Coast District Member-at-large for this year’s Annual Conference on June 8-10, please let pastor Don or the church office know by Monday, April 3rd.
THE ROCKPORT MEN'S GROUP:
The men will meet at the church on Thursday, April 13th at 6:30 pm for a potluck dinner. In addition to talking about what is on our minds, we will have a discussion of what it means to each of us when Jesus says, “Follow me”. Sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board. Come and enjoy this special time together!
BOOK CLUB:
Our next book discussion will be on Wednesday, April 19th @ 7:00pm here at church. The book we will be reading is “The Lincoln Highway” by Amor Towles. “In June, 1954, eighteen-year-old Emmett Watson is driven home to Nebraska by the warden of the juvenile work farm where he has just served fifteen months for involuntary manslaughter. With his mother long gone, his father recently deceased, and the family farm foreclosed upon by the bank, Emmett plans to pick up his eight-year-old brother Billy and head to California to start a new life. But when the warden drives away, Emmett discovers that two friends from the work farm have stowed away in the trunk of the warden’s car. They have a very different plan for Emmett’s future, one that will take the four of them on a fateful journey in the opposite direction – to New York City. Bursting with life, charm, richly imagined settings and unforgettable characters, The Lincoln Highway is an extraordinary journey through 1950s America from the pen of a master storyteller.” Hope to see everyone in April for fun, fellowship and discussion.
LUNCH BUNCH:
Come join us on Wednesday, April 26th (please note date change) at noon for food and fellowship. Donations accepted for missions but no cost for lunch. Hope to see everyone for food fellowship and conversation. Questions, Call Diana Leitch, 440-759-5980.
UMCOR SUNDAY:
Rockport truly stepped up to the plate for UMCOR SUNDAY! We collected over $1,200 for UMCOR special Sunday offering and then another $1,000 designated for UMCOR-Ukraine. Thanks to all who contributed! The next special offering is Native American Ministries Sunday on April 23, 2023. This offering is collected the third Sunday of Easter and funds urban ministries with Native Americans, scholarships for Native Americans attending United Methodist seminaries and annual conference Native American ministries.
JOURNEY THROUGH THE BIBLE:
All are invited to journey through the bible beginning with Genesis. This video study, led by Nancy Geyer, will be on Sundays from 9-9:45am. You may go to lesfeldick.org to view and read this study if you are not able to attend in person or at that time.
COFFEE HOUR:
Please consider hosting coffee hour and sign-up on the bulletin board. Fellowship is so important to the life of the church and why not have a little snack at the same time!
ALPHA BIBLE STUDY:
ALPHA BIBLE STUDY: Alpha began at the Holy Trinity Brompton Church in London England in 1977. Millions of people worldwide have tried Alpha, and it has been translated into 112 different languages. Alpha is a great tool for introducing Jesus and the Church in a welcoming environment. All of the materials used for Alpha are complimentary. Rockport Church will be hosting an Alpha Bible Study, starting Wednesday May 10 from 6 -730 pm for eleven weeks. The format of Alpha is that there is a dinner served, short devotion time, view a video on the scripture, and then small group discussion. If Alpha is successful, it should be totally welcoming to a person that has never stepped foot in a church! Alpha is a great resource to bring people to Church and to Jesus! There is a lot of prayer, work, and planning to make Alpha a success. If you are interested in helping with Alpha, please contact the church office.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCck-cySK7I
MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS BLESSINGS!
If you are interested in joining the Rockport Family of Faith, please call the church office or Pastor Don.
GOOGLE DRIVE REMINDER:
Rockport All Church Information, and Financial Reports can be found here or in the church office.
REMINDER:
Office hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00 - 2:00pm and Fridays from 8:00 - 1:00pm.
Rev. Don's office hours are Tuesday and Thursdays from 11:00 - 1:00pm
CONFERENCE AND DISTRICT NEWS:
Check out the conference and district websites:
https://www.eocumc.com/
http://www.eocumc.com/northcoast/
Listen to archived episodes of Storyboard: Faith Witness Transformation
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TAKE WHAT YOU NEED CABINET!
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Calendar of Events:
Friday, March 31, 2023
9:45am – Al-Anon
Sunday, April 2, 2023 (Palm Sunday)
8:30-9:00am - Early Morning Service, communion and distribution of palms
9-9:45 – Journey Through The Bible, Rm. 22/meeting room
10:00am - In-Person Worship & Live Streamed, distribution of palms, & choir sings
Monday, April 3, 2023
7:00pm – Church Council
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
5:30pm – Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
5:30pm - Youth Sunrise rehearsal
6:00pm - Youth making soup and rolls for Maundy Thursday
Thursday, April 6, 2023
4:45pm - Youth set-up and serving
5:30pm – Soup prepared and served by our youth
7:00pm – Maundy Thursday worship, communion & choir sings
Friday, April 7, 2023
9:45am – Al-Anon
Sunday, April 9, 2023 (Easter Sunday)
6:40am - Youth arrival time for Sunrise service, parlor
7:00am – Community Easter Sunrise worship, youth led (Outdoor chapel, weather permitting)
8:30-9:00am - Early Morning Service, communion
9-9:45 – Journey Through The Bible, Rm. 22/meeting room
10:00am - In-Person Worship & Live Streamed, communion & choir sings
Monday, April 10, 2023
7:00pm – Trustees
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
5:30pm – Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, April 13, 2023
6:30pm – Men’s Group Potluck
Friday, April 14, 2023
9:45am – Al-Anon
Sunday, April 16, 2023
8:30-9:00am - Early Morning Service, communion
9-9:45 – Journey Through The Bible, Rm. 22/meeting room
10:00am - In-Person Worship & Live Streamed
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Prayer List:
(please fill out a prayer card in pews, email church office or call to add to this list)
NEW THIS WEEK:
Pastor Don, eye surgery on April 19th
Kira Holchin, prayers for healing during her illness
Shawne Casper, prayers for surgery on April 4th. Daughter of Nancy Geyer
Tom Lutro, prayers for comfort and peace as he transitions. Father of Kelsey and Caitlin. Requested by Laurie Lutro
Nina Jones, reoccurrence of cancer. Requested by Jan Hnanicek
Debbie (Scott) Bryant, continued prayers for upcoming surgery
Ken Barret, medical procedures. Friend of Beverly Cavanah
ONGOING PRAYERS
Dennis, prayers for healing as his Parkinson’s symptoms are increasing, and strength to stand up so he will be able to walk again. Also for being moved to a private room as he is currently in a double room. Nephew of Elsie Gaewsky
Mary Mainwaring, health concerns
Please pray for our daughter, Emily and her husband, Jeff, in the loss of their unborn baby. Please also pray for both sides of the family in dealing with this loss. Debbie & Scott Bryant
Debbie (Scott) Bryant, prayers for good pathology results
Brenda McHenry, dear friend struggling with the loss of her son last summer to an overdose. Give her God’s peace and purpose.
Pamela Pearson, please give her God’s healing hand. Breast cancer and recent double mastectomy. May she be cancer free.
Judy Watkins, prayers for her health, mobility, and comfort. Judy is homebound with advanced Parkinson’s. Please keep her and her caregivers in your prayers. Mother of Beckie Zullo
Please keep in prayer Kira's cousin and family in France who is mourning the sudden loss of the cousin, Célia, who was in her 20's. Everyone is in shock, and just needs so much love and prayer right now. THANK YOU.
Tony Koca, serious health issues. Friend of Cynthia Scott
Nick, prayers for our friend who just got bumped up on the list for a heart transplant. Requested by Krissi Kahoun and Jeff Knapp
Alma, 49-year-old, diagnosed with 3 two-inch brain tumors and stage 4 lung cancer. Friend of the Romer’s
Nancy Geyer, health concerns
Vicki Moenich, reoccurrence of cancer
David Stephan, prayers and healing while undergoing cancer treatment
Pattie Sinnes, prayers for strength and healing for her health concerns
Tom Schultz, diagnosed with brain atrophy. Good friend of the Wilkenson’s
Dave Clinton, health concerns
Debra, cancer returned for third time. Friend of Lynn Wilkenson
Elsie Gaewsky, prayers for healing and strength
Betty Jones, prayers for healing
Erna Guia, prayers for healing
Katie Patton, single mom of 3 with stage 4 liver cancer. Requested by the Wilkinson’s
Jan Tietje, medical concerns
THANK YOU:
Thank you, prayer shawl ministry, for the beautiful shawl. I will carry it with me always. Also, thank-you for the communion elements brought to my mom and I. Vicki Moenich
SYMPATHY:
Family and friends of Jean Long, who passed into life eternal on March 19th. Mother of Scott Bryant
Family and friends of Georgia H. Bates, who passed into life eternal on March 13th. Member of Rockport
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News from our Youth
and Children's Ministries
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YOUTH:
YOUTH DISCUSSION GROUP series: We will gather for dinner & Discussion Once a month. Variety of topics, from school to friends to problems we face, to how it all fits into God’s plan…
JOIN US all school year! We will be taking April off for Easter time/Spring Break
May:
Friday, May 5th 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Discussion, Mexican Food, &. Games!
MID-WEEK MISSIONS! Once a month, Youth will gather to for a mission project. Some will be able to be done in one night, some over the course of a few weeks, some will be off-sight! We hope that you will be able to join us once a month for our Mission Work!
Light dinner served.
Please join us on Wednesday April 26, 6 to 8 p.m.
HOLY WEEK & SUNRISE!
Wednesday, April 5th report time:
Rehearsal: 5:30 pm
Making soup and rolls: 6 pm
Thursday, April 6th report time:
Set up and serving: 4:45 pm
Easter Morning, April 9th: 6:40 am, Parlor
CHILDREN AND YOUTH:
WEDNESDAYS:
Good News Kids! 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Come and join in on the fun! Eat dinner together, activities, music, art, games… and FUN!
4 yrs old through 6th graders!
We need 7th through 12th helpers! (I will feed you haha)
March Dates:
Wednesday, April – Making our own dinner, and how God always gives us what we need!
THERE WILL BE NO GOOD NEWS KIDS FOR SPRING BREAK ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
Wednesday, April 5th
Wednesday, April 12th
WE ARE BACK on Wednesday, April 19th!
MINI MISSIONS!
KIDS AND YOUTH! Be watching for our Mission Possible opportunities coming up!
Bring a friend whenever you want!
*YOUTH: REMEMBER that you can earn some community service hours whenever we have mission opportunities or working with the younger kids!
ONGOING YOUTH & CHILDREN’S MISSIONS to work on:
Collecting for cabinet
Packing homeless kits
Kindness
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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
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APRIL CHILDREN & YOUTH BIRTHDAYS:
(If you do not see your child age 0-17th's birthday, please notify the church office.)
APRIL 2 CREED NEWTON
APRIL 24 BENNETT SHICK
APRIL WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
(If you do not see your wedding anniversary, please notify the church office.)
APRIL 20 DAVID & GAIL STEPHAN, 55 YEARS
APRIL 30 DAVID & PAULA THOMAS, 41 YEARS
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