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January 2016 news from Georgetown United Methodist Church.
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New to GUMchurch?
Want to learn more about the GUMchurch community?
Ready to connect with other GUMchurchers?
Join in the fun for lunch, new friends, and info on the GUMchurch community!
*Childcare available
(January's Starting Place is geared toward folks new to GUMchurch but starting on Feb. 7, The Starting Place will run the 2nd Sunday of each month and will welcome folks new to the church and not-so-new-to-the-church folks who are ready to jump start their Clear Path to Discipleship) 
Click here to RSVP on Facebook or Email your RSVP
The Clear Path to Discipleship: Walking together on our own paths toward God. 
Launching  "The Disciple's Life" series in January!
Connections. Fresh Perspectives. The Human Experience.
Journey Groups are small groups of adults that commit to meet together 8 times to listen to one another's stories and learn how to see God working in each other's lives.
*Groups are led by trained facilitators. New Journey Groups forming now!
Class coming in February
An engaging approach to discipleship from a distinctly Wesleyan perspective. Participants in this 6-week course will be given a workbook with daily readings (five per week) to guide them in learning and practicing 7 important spiritual disciplines.
*This course fulfills the adult educational requirement for church membership. 
A new class as part of The Clear Path to Discipleship starts January 31.
The official class won't premier until fall 2016, but a pilot course will run beginning January 31 at noon to help build and finalize the curriculum.  Join in to learn more about you! Class size is limited.  Reserve your spot by contacting Paul@GUMonline.org 
Here's why you should sign up:
  • To identify your five key strengths
  • To recognize the value of your strengths
  • To use your talents for personal growth & service to others
  • To develop strength based community
  • Understand and appreciate other strengths
  • Improve your relationship with others 

What we're learning about this month:
The launch of Jesus' ministry!

For the adults: Dinner & Interactive Show: Friday January 15 @ 6:30pm

Save the date: Thurs 2/4, GUM kids and their families will be teaming up with our friends from East Ottawa Special Ministries for a night of games led by our very own Kelly Goward! Mark your calendars now!
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Just for 5th and 6th graders, "56" meets twice a month in a small group format. Click here to learn about this month's events! 

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Did you know that our Children's Ministry Director has a Pinterest page dedicated to GUM families?  Check it out here!

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Click here to learn more about all the great GUM Kids activities!
2016 Security Team: 
  Team members serve in one week shifts that rotate throughout the year to "close up" the building in the evening.  A few more folks are needed to add to the 2016 rotation.  Can you help?  Contact the church office.

Guest Services Team: 
Looking for friendly folks with smiling faces to serve as ushers and greeters.  This is a once a month commitment.  Contact Holly Downer for more info.
Governance Board Minutes: 
The most recently approved meeting minutes for the Governance Board are available for September 2015 by clicking here.  Unofficial (not yet approved) minutes of the November 2015 meeting will soon be available by contacting the church office.

Facebook Group Policy: Are you part of the GUMchurch Facebook group?  Be sure to check out these policies for membership and posting in the group.

Homebound GUM friends Check with the church office at 669-0730 for up to date contact info for these folks. You can also pick up a list of homebound friends at the Welcome Lobby desk on Sundays.

Youth Group!

Jan Events:
Jan 3: No Surge activities
Jan 10: Journey Groups
Jan 15-17: Jr. High Retreat
Jan 17: SurgeServe @ 6:30pm
Jan 22-24: Senior High Retreat
Jan 31: Fifth Sunday Frenzy @ 6:30pm

SurgeSERVE

SurgeSERVE is our monthly service night in Surge.  On the 3rd Sunday of every month, we focus on finding practical ways to reach out to those around us and show the love of God.  Past projects have included bagging meals for Hand 2 Hand, a tour of SECOM in Grand Rapids, and raking leaves for members of our GUM family.  We are always looking for people with a passion for service, and if you are serving others, we’d love to hear from you!  Talk to Kim Moore about how you can share your passion with our youth! 

Save the Date!

Feb 27-28: 30 Hour Famine
March 21: Trivia Night
June 21-25: Jr/Sr High Canoe Trip

Click here for more info!
Sunday Jan. 31 at Noon
Open House at the home of Dave and Barb Burton. Bring your mug, a snack to share, and an item to donate to the Community Cupboard.
Office Closed: Jan 1
UMW M&M Circle: Jan 4 @ 6:30pm
Prayer Group: Tuesdays @ 11am
Community Cupboard Open: Tuesdays @ 6-7pm
Senior Men's Group: Jan 6 @ 9am
Bell Choir Rehearsal: Weds. @ 6:15pm
Adult Choir Rehearsal: Weds. @ 7:30pm
Worship Band Rehearsal: Thurs. @ 6:30pm
Moms Bible Study: 2nd & 4th Fridays @ 9:30am
Cribbage: Jan 9 @ 7:30pm
“Breathing Room” Adult Class: Jan 11 @ 6pm
Staff Parish Relations Committee Meeting: Jan 11 @ 6:30pm
UMW Lydia Circle: Jan 12 @ 9:30am
Trustees Team: Jan 12 @ 7pm
Stephen Minister Gathering: 2nd & 4th Thurs. @ 6:30pm
Book Club: Jan 19 @ 1pm
UMW Miriam Circle: Jan 19 @ 7:15pm
UMW Executive Board: Jan 21 @ 7:30pm
UMW Priscilla Circle: Jan 26 @ 7:30pm
Send your news items to News@GUMonline.org
for publicity consideration.
 
The vision of GUMchurch is to actively live the example of Jesus.

We do this by practicing:
Radical Hospitality
Passionate Worship
Risk-taking Mission and Service
Intentional Faith Development
Extravagant Generosity

We value questions and different perspectives.
GUMchurch is a safe place to ask difficult questions and express varying opinions. People are respected and able to participate in open and honest conversations.

We value diversity.
We understand and appreciate that everyone has various and distinct gifts that are vital to the body of Christ. Therefore, we respect, listen to, and welcome all with love and support.

We value the Bible and biblical scholarship.
We believe that the Bible is timeless and that it's lessons shape our daily living. People of all ages are encouraged to engage in intentional faith development.

We value all people and treat each as having sacred worth.
We are called and challenged to love one another without exception. We are accountable to each other; forgive each other; and love, support, and encourage each other.

We value living like Jesus as much as believing in Jesus.
Beliefs should positively impact the world through concrete actions.
We use our spiritual gifts in service with others.
 


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Georgetown United Methodist Church
2766 Baldwin Street
Jenison, MI 49428

616.669.0730 |  Fax: 616.669.5932
Info@GUMonline.org