Church News & Events

what's going on and what's coming

Community
     Roundtable

Tuesdays 7:30 AM

Join Rev. Jones each Tuesday beginning at 7:30 AM at Panera Bread in La Plata to discuss topics of interest to the community. This is a small group that meets for coffee, a breakfast bite, and conversation./p>

Puppet Ministry

The Beatitudes Perform

 Enjoy our Puppet Ministry's (The Beatitudes) performance from Sunday, Dec. 11th - "Christmas Star"  See more of the Beatitudes on our MEDIA/ARTS page.

Angel Wings

Liturgical Dance

So what is Liturgical Dance? Liturgical dance is a Christian expression of prayer or worship through body movement. Such dances can be accompanied by many different types of music. The dancers will respond with an appropriate dance which flows out of the music and enhances the prayer or worship experience. An example of liturgical dance from the Old Testament is the episode when King David danced before the Ark of the Covenant. In other parts of the world dancing as a form of worship is much more popular. In this video, Catie Boggs, Betty Anne Risley, and Danielle Stone perform "Amazing Grace". Enjoy this wonderful gift.

Missions Work Trip

October 13 - 20

Rev. Jones is looking for a number of people to join him on the 2012 Missions Work Trip. The destination is still being firmed up. We have learned that Mississippi was granted some additional UMCOR money, but we are also looking at possibly doing repair work in the North Carolina area this time. If you've been thinking you'd like to go on one of these trips, please check your calendar and let Rev. Jones know of your interest. 

Lenten Dinners

5 Special Meals Planned

The dinners will be on the five Wednesday nights between Ash Wednesday and Holy Week, Feb. 29, and Mar. 7, 14, 21 and 28.  You will need to sign up for those you wish to attend in order to allow us to plan.  Sing up at the church following worship.

 

New Members To Be Received

Again we are blessed with a healthy number of folks who are interested in
becoming members of our church. We are grateful for their willingness to partner
with us, and grateful to the congregation’s current members who have made this
such a welcoming and friendly church.New Members will be received on Sunday, February 19 at both services, and on Wednesday, Feb. 22 at the WOW service.

 

New Handbell Choir Now Rehearsing

 Our Handbell Choir is now rehearsing, but it's not too late to join us.  We have a full set of glorious bells, and we can use a few more ringers. We'll take experienced and inexperienced people - we can teach you! If you would be interested in playing, please contact Cheryl Reckeweg (240-249-6342 or cheryl.reckeweg@navy.mil) and let her know. Rehearsals are on Thursday Night at 6:00 PM in the Sanctuary.

 

New Acolytes To Be Installed

Our new acolytes will be installed and presented with crosses during our Sunday services on February 12. We will also recognize our current acolytes. If you have a child who would like to be in the acolyte program, please see Gay Johnson or Wilmeta Chance.

 

Lenten Dinners Near - Sign up Now

There will be 5 Lenten dinners on Wednesday nights from February 29 to March 28.  The dinners will be provided by 5 different groups in the church and served beginning at 5:45 PM.  Come whenever you can get here up to about 6:30 PM.  Sign-ups for these dinners will take place on Sunday, February 19 & 26 during worship. 

 

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

The youth of our church will once again serve a fabulous pancake supper on Shrove Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras, which this year is February 21. Dinner will be from 5 to 7 and the price is a donation to our youth ministries. You'll be served pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits and coffee as well as orange juice and milk.

 

Talent Fest 2012 - What a Show!

      Show's Over But Not Forgotten

talentshow 1 Our Fellowship Hall was packed with young and old on Saturday, February 4. Despite a rainy night, we experienced record attendance as everyone enjoyed the many talented performers. The pictures here are just a sampling of the fun that was had by all (more to follow.) The Fellowship Ministry is already planning next year's show.
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Beatitudes Need Help!

If you've enjoyed our puppet ministry then you might want to consider helping out. The group is in need of individuals from Junior High age through Adult to help man the puppets. There is a need for people to work the individual puppets. or handle graphics behind the curtains. No experience is necessary, just a desire to have fun. Please see Bob Kells or Al Turner if you are interested.