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IN THIS ISSUE

This Man is Different 


Grace to you and Peace in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!  

This Man, Jesus, his is different! He is not like any other man, nor is he like any of the mythical gods of legend.  There is something about him, he is God made flesh and the Son of Man.  He is different! This week we discussed Jesus's first miracle of turning water to wine.  I will admit that this miracle has always been a struggle for me, because it would seem that this miracle is frivolous; that Jesus is actually glorifying gluttonous partying and alcoholism.  But this miracle is so much more than that.  The host had fallen short on their duties to provide for the guests and this would have threatened the stop of joy in the moment.  However, Mary knew something the rest of the world did not, that what they needed in the moment was Jesus.  Jesus turned water into wine and saved the host from himself and from his inevitable shame, and Jesus made sure that joy would continue.  This shows us that Jesus is the source of all life, joy, and restoration.  Jesus will save us from our very selves if we need it. We just have to follow his instruction.  This miracle was just a glimpse of the glory in Jesus. 

Peace and Blessings, 

Rev. Rachel B. Livingston 
Cheltenham UMC
 

Ecclesiastica


SUNDAY’S WORSHIP SERVICES
Let us internalize that we love the Lord our God with our whole heart, soul, and might. Thank you to those who came out to our annual church planning meeting. Special thanks to David and Carole for planning and providing food. 
         
         Sermon: "This Man is Different"  
         Sunday’s attendance: 32
         Collection: TBD
☛ To watch a recording of this Sunday’s worship, watch our Facebook live video at https://bit.ly/CUMCfb011622

NEXT SUNDAY SERVICES, January 23, 2021, 10:00 a.m.—ONLINE and IN PERSON

Rev. Dr. Johnsie Cogman
Luke 4:14-21

Not sure how to Zoom yet, call Crystal and she will walk you through the steps. Hope to see you all there next Sunday.

To Join Online:
Want to help out in worship? Use our online sign-up to be a greeter, usher, liturgist, lector, or communion server.
Homeless Run  

January 23, 2022

Please donate: 
Underwear
socks 
long johns
toiletries

Arrangement of meals for run will happen directly after service. Please stay to help out. 
Food Pantry Donation  
We are resuming our food collection for the food pantry in Upper Marlboro.
Bring in non-perishable items and leave them in the basket in the sanctuary. 
Church Council Meeting 

Wednesday, February 23 at 7pm 
(In Person and Online) 
COVID Update
 Due to the Rise in COVID cases Prince George's is reinstating the indoor mask mandate for Prince George's County . 

We ask that EVERYONE wear a mask when meeting indoors for church meetings and church service to keep with this advisory and maintain safety.

The spread of the Delta Variant is on the rise, the cases of COVID are on the rise around the country.  Protect yourself and be mindful of any changes that may occur to protect ourselves. 
 
Recommendations:
  • Wear your mask indoors
  • sign up for the vaccine when you can 
  • Protect yourself and remain cautious
  • Seek medical help if you have symptoms 
Join us for worship 

There are three ways you can meet us for worship
  • In Person at : 
Cheltenham United Methodist Church 
11111 Crain Hwy 
Cheltenham, MD 20623
                          Dial  +1 (301) 715-8592
                          Enter meeting ID: 861 6676 4909#
                          Enter password: 001873
  • Online Via Facebook Live 
    • Watch the livestream on Facebook
                       Visit us online at facebook.com/CheltenhamUMC

Please use your best judgement! We want to ensure that all members remain safe, so you have any concern that it is not safe to join us in person, don't fret.  You can always join us online. 
 
Give from your heart! 

God has given us all that we have, as a response of thanksgiving to God we give back a portion of what God has given to us. Give from your heart, that the ministry of Cheltenham United Methodist Church can continue to thrive and grow.  You can give the following ways:
electronically at 
www.cheltenhamumc.com/give
or
mail a check to 
P.O. Box 146 
Cheltenham, MD 20623
 Interested in Helping with the technology of Sunday Morning Service?
We are looking for someone to help with the streaming portion of the service on Sunday Morning.  Don't worry if you don't have much knowledge, we can train you.
If interested email: cumcpastorlivingston@gmail.com
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HOW TO MAKE A DONATION ONLINE
If you’re looking to make your contribution of tithes and offerings online, you can do so easily at the following links:
bit.ly/CUMCVanco
www.cheltenham.com/give
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If you have any concerns please reach out to the Pastor Rachel Livingston via email cumcpastorlivingston@gmail.com. 

Prayer List


New Concerns this Week:
  • David's son-in-law, Ryan Windsor, has COVID
  • Debbie Rawlings doing well, going in for radiation in a couple of weeks
  • Becky's nephew, Greg, tested positive for COVID, has mild symptoms
  • Perry still has a cough
  • Rawlings family recovered from COVID
  • Carole's, brother-in-law, Bob Beckley
  • Lee is healing but has a long way to go 
  • Ben Benton had a good report from the cardiologist 
  • Carolyn's daughter in law Anita has COVID
  • Diane and Ernie, improving but still under the weather
  • Cheltenham United Church, that we might open our eyes and ears to the way that God is leading us to transformational ministry within the world
  • Our Nation, prayers for peace and restoration - that God's love might prevail
From prior weeks:

Howard, who is 92, has fallen and has suffered setbacks, we pray his recovery and cooperation
Joan Street's daughter is suffering from cancer
Dillman family lost their 22 year old son to a seizure
Parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents who have to do online learning with students
Becky Benton had surprising good results, we pray for her continued progress
The family of Denslow who died from COVID
Family and friends of Henry Stoker who died  
 


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