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Laity Discernment Retreat
Do you feel God's call on your life but are uncertain how to discern that call or what to do next? If so, then this is the Retreat for you! At the Laity Discernment Retreats, we will talk about call, discernment and what it means to be "called by our baptism." We will learn ways to intentionally enter into a time of prayer about discernment and we will discover Spiritual Rhythms that can help guide our journey. We will also discuss the variety of ways Laity can serve both in our churches and in our communities. Click here for more information
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2022 Confirmation Class
Many of you know that every other year Linworth UMC offers a confirmation experience for 7th and 8th graders. We are making preparations to begin Confirmation on Saturday, February 5 with a half day retreat from 9-noon in the Fellowship Hall.
Letters have been sent out to our students, but if you have a youth who is interested in learning more about Confirmation or registering, please contact Pastor Brooke.
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LCC Full Day Kindergarten
LCC Fall 2022-2023 Registration
Infant - Full Day Kindergarten
OPENS February 1st
Call for a Tour NOW!
614.366.9559
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Energy Efficiency at LUMC
Are you interested in how Linworth UMC has worked to become both more energy efficient and better stewards of resources? Do you want to hear how other churches within the denomination are making similar movements? Do you want to cheerlead some of our incredible volunteers and staff (Mark Barrett, Denny Devine, John Kuss, Mark Sundberg, Eliezer Molina)?
The Creation Care Division of the Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church is hosting a webinar (on Zoom) called "Energy Efficiency from Audit to Action: Local Church Stories" on January 27, 2022 from 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST
All are welcome to register for this webinar and gather more details at: https://creationcare.umcmission.org/events/75807 |
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Friends,
What will happen to the United Methodist Church if there is a split following the next General Conference, and how will that affect your local congregation? The Central OH Reconciling Team is offering a four-session program on Zoom that will help to inform your local congregation about the choices facing United Methodists in these days ahead. The Alabama-West Florida Reconciling Ministries Network has created a presentation that will help those in your congregation to get their heads and hearts around what the future holds for the UMC in a post-separation church.
These sessions will be held on January 23, 30 from 3:30 to 5:00 pm on Zoom. Click HERE to download a flyer about the series. The flyer also contains a link that you can use to register for the next 3 sessions. Everyone will need to register in advance. All who register will receive the Zoom link, and only those who register will be admitted for the Zoom sessions.
If you have any questions, please email rev.deb.stevens@gmail.com.
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Reconciling Ministries Membership
Did you know that your individual membership matters to the Reconciling Ministries Network? (Even though LUMC is a Reconciling Church - individual engagement matters!) Signing up is easy—and your involvement can help us make new connections. Please prayerfully considering signing up at https://rmnetwork.org/join-us
Reconciling Ministries Network equips and mobilizes United Methodists of all sexual orientations and gender identities to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves. Signing up as a Reconciling United Methodist helps advocate, teach, encourage and empower growing connections to create a more inclusive and just Church. Stay connected to learn about ways to promote LGBTQ+ justice and inclusion in churches and to continue growing as people who seek the way of Jesus in treating all God's children with dignity and love. Sign up at rmnetwork.org/join-us as an individual Reconciling Methodist and invite your friends and family to get connected to these efforts.
If you have any questions contact Pastor Sara at pastorsara@linworthumc.org.
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New Life Community Outreach has been really busy serving the needs of the homeless during this winter. We are getting low on many items to help the men stay warm. If you have any of the following items to donate, please drop them off at the church in the bins across from the office. Needs include: flannel shirts, sweat shirts (regular & hoodies), sweat pants, long sleeve t shirts, gloves, hats, scarves, winter coats, and hygiene products. Please call Linda Mrukowski, 614-436-0382 if you have questions.
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John Burrough Christmas Food Drive Update
We handed food out to near 50 families. One lady was in tears getting the provided bag of goods. We still have 30 chickens left in the freezer. January can be a lean month for families so we'll work with the social worker so the families will get them. Thanks to all of you and the congregation in general, our Methodist Women's group, Pastor Anna's running group, your friends and neighbors who pitched in with labor and funding to make this program possible. The food was so welcome and the assistance will continue through January.
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New Thursday Morning Study
All are welcome!
You are invited to join us in February on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a study around Adam Hamilton's book - Unafraid: Living with Courage and Hope In Uncertain Times. You can join us in person in Room 210 (masks required) or through Zoom. You can purchase your own book or we can order one for you through the church office. More information email Pastor Sara at pastorsara@linworthumc.org or Mary Beth Smith at mbsmitty@columbus.rr.com. This new study will begin Thursday, February 3rd. |
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The Linworth UMC Crack Your Bible Challenge
All are invited to spend more time in scripture in February with a special Bible reading challenge with scripture about love! We will read verses throughout scripture about love for God, love from God and our call to love one another throughout February. We hope that you will pick up this worksheet or a journal (or both) and crack open your Bible with us.
If you do not have a Bible it would be our privilege to gift one to you. Please contact Pastor Sara (pastorsara@linworthumc.org) if you would like a Bible or if you would like her to mail a worksheet or journal to you.
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New Opportunities from Living Streams Flowing Water Spiritual Formation Ministry
Pause with Purpose – Monthly retreat times
The Third Tuesday of Each Month. Registration is Open!
This quarter is FREE and on Zoom. Please register through the contact Brenda form on the website www.livingstreamsflowingwater.com. After registration, the zoom link will be sent to you. This new retreating series is perfect for busy people who just want 2 hours to get away from it all.
February 15, 2022 – The Sacred Art of Listening
Join this contemplative listening circle and discover new ways that God is speaking into and through your life.
March 15, 2022 – Creative Arts Prayers!
Through creative writing, color, and music discover how to pray beyond words. |
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LOVE Boldly Offers Small Group Opportunities
LOVEboldly exists to empower willing Christians and LGBTQ+ individuals to step towards loving one another more boldly. Full information is available on our website: https://www.loveboldly.net/small-groups.
The basic details are: LGBTQIA+ Christian Small Group
Evening group, every other Tuesday from 7-8:30pm.
Morning group, every other Tuesday from 10-11:30am.
Folks can sign up via the link above and both groups will meet online.
Parents and Caretakers of LGBTQIA+ Youth and Young Adults Small Group
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8pm
This group will be will be led by our board chair, Rachel Dew, and one of our board members, Paula Unrau. |
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We invite you to join us! All are welcome! Masks are Required.
- 9am Traditional Worship - In person or Online
- 10:30 am Contemporary Worship - In person or Online
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LCC is Hiring
LCC is Hiring
WE NEED YOUR HELP! LCC is HIRING! Please spread the word we are
hiring full time and part time employees. We offer competitive pay, health
care, retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid sick time.
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