Sunday, January 26, 2014 How to Live in an Out of Control World “When Less is More” January 5 - “Slowing Down” January 12 - “Commandment #1” January 19 - “Seeking Peace” January 26 - “When Less is More” February 2 - “Worship” Our Mission… “To Make And Mature Disciples Of Jesus Christ For The Transformation Of The World” Announcements & Opportunities Youth Please contact Steve Nuzzo: 330-665-9817 x204: [email protected] Copley Place: February 12th and March 12th 6:00 - 8:00 pm Youth will be serving at Copley Place with the seniors during their activity time. We will be meeting at MZ at 6:00 pm and will need to be picked up at Copley Place (528 Rothrock Road) following Eden Eve at 8:00 pm. Winter Jam Concert: Sunday, February 23 3:30 - 9:00 pm Cost $10 We will meet at MZ and car pool to the concert. Artists include: Lecrae, Newsboys, plus many more. This is an event you don’t want to miss, so invite a friend! Children Please contact Sharon Paige: 330-665-9817 x205: [email protected] Children’s Church: Ms. Milissa and Ms. Grace will lead the children this month through our Faith Weaver Friends curriculum that feature singing, drama, crafts, games, snacks, and some wacky surprises. Today the children will re-create the scene when “Jesus is Temped by the Devil”. Parent Night Out Friday, February 11 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Preschool through 5th grade are welcome to join in our evening of dinner and movie! Grab your sleeping bag and pillow and come hungry! “Wreck it Ralph” will be the feature presentation. A sign-up table is coming soon featuring a fun coloring contest. Invite your friends! Please contact Carrie Knapp at 330-204-9488 or [email protected]. The cost is $10 per child. Pre-School Please contact Sharon Paige: 330-665-9817 x205: [email protected] The Letter “N” is our letter of the week filled with Learning Centers about noodles, nests, noises and even weighing a few nuts. Pastor Elizabeth will talk about Noah and his big boat during our Chapel Time on Wednesday. Registration for our 2014/2015 school year will begin in February. Events We will be holding an OPEN HOUSE THIS Saturday, February 1st from 10:00 to Noon. Please help us advertise by taking a flyer to your place of employment or to your neighborhood friends with children. Communication Cards We ask that everyone in attendance, please fill out a “Communication Card” each Sunday. These cards help us track attendance, keep our records up-to-date and also learn how to serve you better. Please place the filled out cards in the offering plates or give them to an usher. Write any questions, concerns, praises and prayer requests on the back of the card. UMW meeting This Tuesday, January 28th at 6:30 pm in Rooms 6 and 8. We joined the world in mourning the loss of Nelson Mandela. Join us as we dig deeper into Life Under Apartheid, with our very own Rob Ngungu. Contact Nancy Peltier at [email protected] or (330)836-6123. OPEN M Please sing up on the clipboards going around this morning for donations. Eden Eve Wednesdays though March 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm (dinner at 6:00 pm and classes at 6:45 pm). All are welcome! More information is available at the Welcome Center. Announcements & Opportunities Events Leadership Conference 2014 Saturday, February 15, 2014 at the Akron First UMC (263 E. Mill St.) at 9:00 am, with Worship and Praise in the Sanctuary. The doors will open at 8:30 am and lunch will be from Panera Bread. The deadline for the $15.00 registration fee is Monday, January 27, 2014. Checks can be made payable to Akron First UMC. Flyers are at the Welcome Center if you are interested. Prayer Shawl Blessing We will bless our shawls during worship service February 9. They will be on display in Experience Hall at Assembly, then the shawls will be distributed to those in need. Monetary donations will also be accepted to defray the cost of shipping. Please place items in UMW collection bin in coat room, monetary donations to Nancy Peltier or Co-Wefa Scott. A Baby shower for Steve and Maria Nuzzo will be held Sunday, February 16th at noon. Please come celebrate and join them for a light lunch and cake in the FFC! They are registered at Babies-R-Us. Contact Jen Mangano at 330 -329-8132 or Carrie Knapp at [email protected] with any questions. DVD Players MZ is in need of your working, unused DVD players. Please give them to Steve Nuzzo. Thank you!. Prayer Concerns Stacy Moore Praises: Eden Eve Preschool Open House Prayer Concerns: Please call the church office with any prayer requests. 330-665-9817 Prayer Chain: Al or Flo Wavle 330-836-1156 [email protected] Please make a note that when a loved one is hospitalized or needs Pastoral Care, call Pastor Elizabeth at 330-591-7237, leave a message at the church 330-665-9817, or call the prayer chain at 330-836-1156. First Time Guests TO OUR FIRST TIME GUESTS: We are excited that you decided to join us today! Please FILL OUT a “Communication Card,” located in the pews, so we can get to know you and learn ways we may serve you and your family. Please put your card in the offering plate or give it to an usher. For more information about our church and church family, please feel free to contact Pastor Elizabeth Hadler at 330-665-9817 or [email protected] or any staff member, with any questions you might have. The Hospitality Team is available at the Welcome Center to answer any questions you may have. A gift is waiting for you at the Welcome Center if you are a guest with us this morning. Important Items To Remember Monday, January 27 9:15 am Moms in Motion 5:30 pm French Class 7:00 pm Boy Scout Troop 380 Meeting Thursday, January 30 7:00 am Breakfast Discussion Group 9:00 am Staff Meeting 9:15 am Moms in Motion Tuesday, January 28 1:00 pm Moms in Touch 6:30 pm UMW Meeting 7:00 pm Cub Pack 3380 Webelos II Meeting 8:00 pm Alcoholics Anonymous Friday, January 31 Serving at OPEN M Today 3:15 pm Fun-Tastic Fridays at Copley UMC Wednesday, January 29 9:00 am Women’s Bible Study 10:00 am Revelations Bible Study 5:00 pm Intercessory Prayer 6:00 pm Eden Eve 6:30 pm Cub Pack 3380 Wolf Den Meeting Saturday, February 1 10:00 am Preschool Open House 8:00 pm Alcoholics Anonymous Sunday, February 2 9:00 am Traditional Service 10:00 am Children’s Choir/Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary Service Music Director/Worship Leader Needed The Staff Parish relations Committee (SPRC) is actively seeking a Music Director/Worship Leader for MZUMC. Please contact Marci Bailey, SPRC Chair, at [email protected] with persons who may be interested in this position. If you would like to submit an announcement or event to the Worship Folder or eNewsletter, please email it to [email protected]. Are you receiving our weekly eNewsletter by email? Email [email protected] to get your email address added! Paper copies of the eNewsletter are now available at the Welcome Desk. About Our Worship Our worship services at both 9:00 am and 11:00 am Sundays are designed to be an informal and friendly place to experience God and grow in faith. The message is intended to provide practical and helpful direction for Christian living. Nursery Care is available during both services and Sunday school hour. Ms. Erin would love to meet our youngest disciples. Feel Free to Contact Our Staff Pastor Elizabeth Hadler, Ext. 202 [email protected] Pastor Emeritus: Dr. Walt Chisholm 330-864-1541 Organist: Kim Mihalko 330-665-9817 Children’s Ministry & Preschool Director: Sharon Paige, Ext. 205, [email protected] Youth Director: Steve Nuzzo, Ext. 204 [email protected] Office Manager: Katie Constantine Office email: [email protected] 565 N. Cleveland-Massillon Rd. Akron, OH 44333-2457 330-665-9817 www.mzumc.org 4333-2457