happening this week
Those needing help that day can call 704-376-8584 and follow the prompts to the pastor on call.
New - Goodness Gracious Summer Store Hours: Beginning June 1, Goodness Gracious will revert to their summer store hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Regular store hours will resume September 5.
Common Space Begins, June 4, 9:45 a.m., room 108: Join us for this summer Sunday School opportunity that provides a dedicated space for discussion, intentional community, and spiritual growth. Whether you’re looking to meet new people or reconnect with old friends, this gathering will offer a supportive and welcoming environment for people of all ages and backgrounds. We can't wait to see you there!
more events & opportunities
New - Sole Friends, June 10, 9 a.m., McAlpine Greenway: Join us to step out in nature and explore the beauty of God’s creation together. All fitness levels are welcome! Click here for more information and to register. If you have any questions, email Parish Nurse Lauren Smith at lsmith@mpumc.org.
New - Midsummer Night’s Serenade, June 7, 7 p.m., Sanctuary: Join us as we begin our evening series of recitals. Dr. Jennifer Corbell Hough and Dr. Jeff McEvoy will present art songs, opera, and folk music, accompanied by Evan Wesley Currie and Dr. Annie Stankovich. Join us in person, or click here to watch online.
New - Zoe Empowers Trip to Kenya Interest Meeting, June 11, 9:45 a.m., Francis Chapel: If you’re interested in traveling to Kenya in January to reconnect with our Zoe Empowers partners, join us for this information session. Executive Director Gaston Warner will be on hand to answer your questions about the trip, Zoe Empowers, and more!
Handbells 101, June 11, 2-3:30 p.m.: A fast and furious hands-on intro to the world of making music with handbells. Previous ringing experience is helpful but not required. Note: This is a great recruiting tool! Invite your friends who love hearing bells ring and encourage them to attend. Click here to register and to check out the adult handbell workshops coming up in July and August.
Summer Women’s Gathering, June 13, 7 p.m.: All women are invited to this monthly gathering to meet other women, have meaningful conversation, and grow closer to God. We hope this will offer time for support, community, and new friendships. Sign up here, or email Rev. Jessica Dayson at jdayson@mpumc.org for more information. Next gathering dates are July 11 and August 8.
The Children’s Circle preschool is hiring for the 2023-2024 school year. We are looking for positive, fun, responsible people who love children and love to play! Our openings are in Toddlers and Twos, and we have two-day, three-day, four-day or five-day positions. To express your interest, email Director Susan Matz at smatz@mpumc.org or fill out the employment application and email it to Susan or place it in the mailbox (labeled Tuition) in the preschool lobby.
Missions Collection: Refugee Support Services (RSS) provides fresh food and groceries weekly to Charlotte’s international refugee community. As their hardworking chickens take a summer break, RSS needs to provide a culturally appropriate protein alternative. Our Food Insecurity Team is asking you to please order dried lentils and chickpeas from this Amazon wishlist. If you have questions or want to deliver the beans and see the amazing RSS program in action, contact CindyLu Brubaker at 770-655-5993 or cindylubrubaker@twc.com.
Border Immersion, October 19-25, McAllen, Texas: This trip will focus on the many realities facing communities on the U.S. Mexico border. Participants will engage with local church leaders, migrants, federal agents, social justice agencies, community organizers, and those living the "border life." Cost is $375 per person + flight + hotel + two dinners. Email Sarah Gillespie at sarahb48@carolina.rr.com with questions. Sign up on our website!
Save the Date: 2024 Women’s Retreat, February 9-11, Montreat Conference Center: We hope you will make plans now to attend our 17th Annual Women's Retreat! Share with your friends, family, and neighbors. Early registration will open in October.
Dr. Howell, our senior pastor, is away on a sabbatical he was due to take when the pandemic descended. We celebrate this gift of time for him to travel, study, write, and rest.
While Dr. Howell is away, enjoy his video series Surprising Things I Learned in Seminary...that Everyone Should Know and his biweekly emails, which he prepared to roll out through the summer. Click here to join the list if you’re not already subscribed, and click here to access the archive if you missed an email.
Maybe I’m Amazed Podcast: Dr. Howell talks about therapeutic landscapes and healing places with Dr. Wil Gelser, author of Healing Places and retired Professor of Geography at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Gelser's major research interest is health care delivery, and he has made significant contributions to cultural geography, Africa, and social theory. Click here to listen and subscribe.
giving
Thank you for your ongoing offerings to our church Operating Fund. Your generosity brings to life the many ministries of our church, including monthly women’s gatherings, Midday Music, and opportunities for spiritual growth and care.
Barbara Leonard, mother of Linda Roth and mother-in-law of Rev. Bill Roth, who died on May 19.
Mary Vincent Sumner, mother of Vince Sumner (Amy), grandmother of Mabry and Ainsley Sumner, and sister-in-law of Sarah and Thom Sumner, who died on May 13.
Mathew “Toby” White, father of Ginger White, who died on May 25.
We are the body of Christ, growing in faith and serving others