Parish Happenings & Updates (Page 12)

2022 PARISH MUSIC SURVEY What makes good worship music? The answer to that question varies greatly for us as individuals. As part of community that comes together for worship what speak to your soul, and that of the community? We hope you will take the time to complete this survey, which we hope will guide us as we make decisions for shaping the musical offerings in Beckford Parish. Everyone’s input is welcomed and valued. You can take the survey online or…

PARISH MUSIC SURVEY What makes good worship music? The answer to that question varies greatly for us as individuals. As part of community that comes together for worship what speak to your soul, and that of the community? We hope you will take the time to complete this survey, which we hope will guide us as we make decisions for shaping the musical offerings in Beckford Parish. Everyone’s input is welcomed and valued. You can take the survey online or if…

UPDATE: A FALL MESSAGE FROM MOTHER KATHY It’s hard to believe that the 2022-2023 school year begins next Tuesday and fall is peaking around the corner. We want to offer our prayers for all the students, teachers, staff, and families as the new year begins. May this year be one of productivity, learning, fun and safety. If anyone would like a backpack or school bag blessing, they’re welcome to bring them during a Sunday service.   As we look forward…

A FALL MESSAGE FROM MOTHER KATHY It’s hard to believe that the 2022-2023 school year begins next Tuesday and fall is peaking around the corner. We want to offer our prayers for all the students, teachers, staff, and families as the new year begins. May this year be one of productivity, learning, fun and safety. If anyone would like a backpack or school bag blessing, they’re welcome to bring them during a Sunday service.   As we look forward to…

COVID UPDATE A number of people in the parish, including Mother Kathy, have been diagnosed with COVID in the last couple weeks. Given the highly contagious new variants, folks are encouraged to wear masks during all church services and activities when others are present.  EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY We are still actively searching for adult volunteers for the following tasks: 1. Ordering and inventory 2. Client information input 3. Assisting volunteers. We’re also looking for other dedicated volunteers, including teens, who are…

THIS SUNDAY: FIFTH SUNDAY SERVICES RESUMING We’re resuming our joint fifth Sunday services this Sunday, July 31 at 10 a.m. at Emmanuel. We’ll enjoy light refreshments after, you need not bring anything but yourself. This is the only service that day, it will be live streamed. EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY We are still actively searching for adult volunteers for the following tasks: 1. Ordering and inventory 2. Client information input 3. Assisting volunteers. We’re also looking for other dedicated volunteers, including teens,…

FIFTH SUNDAY SERVICES RESUMING We’re resuming our joint fifth Sunday services starting on July 31 at 10 a.m. at Emmanuel. We’ll enjoy light refreshments after, you need not bring anything but yourself. This is the only service that day, it will be live streamed. EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY Last week, we had 25 families (5 were new) and 77 individuals. We are still actively searching for adult volunteers for the following tasks: 1. Ordering and inventory 2. Client information input 3. Assisting…

FIFTH SUNDAY SERVICES RESUMING We’re resuming our joint fifth Sunday services starting on July 31 at 10 a.m. at Emmanuel. We’ll enjoy light refreshments after, you need not bring anything but yourself. This is the only service that day, it will be live streamed. CHANGES AT EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY As Alice Findler retires from her duties at Emmanuel’s Table, we’d like to give our heart-felt thanks to her for all her hard work, dedication and support since the inception of…

FIFTH SUNDAY SERVICES RESUMING We’re resuming our joint fifth Sunday services starting on July 31 at 10 a.m. at Emmanuel. We’ll enjoy light refreshments after, you need not bring anything but yourself. This is the only service that day, it will be live streamed. JULY 13: NO WEDNESDAY EUCHARIST Wednesday, July 13, there is no Eucharist at Emmanuel. CHANGES AT EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY As Alice Findler retires from her duties at Emmanuel’s Table, we’d like to give our heart-felt thanks…

SUNDAY, JULY 3 SERVICES Please give The Reverend Marian Windel a warm welcome as she serves as our supply priest for the 8, 9:15 and 11:15 a.m. services. Please note that there is no livestream on Facebook this Sunday. CHANGES AT EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY As Alice Findler retires from her duties at Emmanuel’s Table, we’d like to give our heart-felt thanks to her for all her hard work, dedication and support since the inception of the pantry. We are now…

CHANGES AT EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY As Alice Findler retires from her duties at Emmanuel’s Table, we’d like to give our heart-felt thanks to her for all her hard work, dedication and support since the inception of the pantry. We are now actively searching for adult volunteers for the following tasks: 1. Ordering and inventory 2. Client information input 3. Assisting volunteers. We’re also looking for other dedicated volunteers, including teens, who are able to help unload deliveries, stock shelves, pack bags and…

VBS SNACK STATION VOLUNTEERS Mother Kathy and Tillie are going to be at the Woodstock UMC VBS on Monday, June 27, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. running the snack table for all the kid. Other folks would be very welcome to come help. If you’re interested, please come to Woodstock UMC (156 S. Muhlenberg St.) at 5 p.m. and look for Mother Kathy. GAP BACK TO SCHOOL DONATIONS Even though has just begun, Shelia Helsley is hard at work…