FGUMC Prayers for the following families this week:
Young K & Hee Jung Kim, Diane Kiraly and Ann & Kathy Kisseberth
Lectionary Readings for this Sunday:
Acts 10:34-43
Psalms 118:1-2, 14-24
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
John 20:1-18 or Mark 16:1-8
Pastor Cho visiting Marge Hood
this month
The Faith Journey Continues...
Hope at All Times
It is central in the biblical tradition that God's love for his people should not be forgotten. It should remain with us in the present. When everything is dark, when we are surrounded by despairing voices, when we do not see any exits, then we can find salvation in a remembered love, a love that is not simply a wistful recollection of a bygone past, but a living force that sustains us in the present. Through memory, love transcends the limits of time and offers hope at any moment of our lives.
- Henri Nouwen
In person
Sunday Services
to resume
(simultaneously with our Zoom Service)
this Sunday, Mar 28
Palm Sunday
We look forward to welcoming you back to the Sanctuary! Since the decision was made to discontinue in person worship services in December for the health and safety of our congregation, we have been evaluating the situation with the hope of resuming in person worship once again. Since December, Gov Lamont has significantly eased restrictions on gatherings in our state, many of us are receiving vaccinations and statistics have trended in a better direction. Taking these positive indicators into account, we have decided to resume in person Sunday Services (simultaneously with our Zoom Services) beginning Sunday, March 28, Palm Sunday. Safety protocols will be followed (masks, social distancing, etc...) at all church events, including worship services, until further notice. Please scroll down for more details.
Now, as much as ever,
we need to hear anew the promise of love and new life
that the Easter Season offers.
Let us sing our Easter “Alleluias” to God in one voice.
Holy Week Schedule: Please note Maundy Thursday and Good Friday Cantata services will be ZOOM ONLY
Sunday, March 28, Palm Sunday
10:00 am (English) - log in with FGUMC "Primary" Account
1:00 pm (Korean) - log in with FGUMC "Secondary" Account
in person and via Zoom
Thursday, April 1, Maundy Thursday
7:30 pm ZOOM ONLY - log in with FGUMC "Primary" Account
Friday, April 2, Good Friday Cantata
7:30 pm ZOOM ONLY - log in with FGUMC "Primary" Account
Sunday, April 4, Easter Sunday
10:00 am (English) - log in with FGUMC "Primary" Account
1:00 pm (Korean) - log in with FGUMC "Secondary" Account
in person and via Zoom
Sign in with FGUMC "Primary" Account https://zoom.us/j/9100975556 Meeting ID: 910 097 5556 Password: 649259 Dial in: 1 929 436 2866
Before the pandemic, we had gathered together a committee that worked to send cards and notes and a small package to the youth in our church. This included junior and senior high school students and those away at college. We would like to send a new greeting during lent, and are looking for volunteers to help us. If you are interested, please contact Kristina Joukhadar at kjoukhad@optonline.net or 203-255-4814. Thank you!
Lenten Study Last Session
This Thursday at 7:00 pm via Zoom "It is Finished: A Lenten Study of Jesus' Final Words from the Cross"
Session will begin with a video from the Rightnow Media library with a short discussion to follow
Fairfield Health Department is scheduling appointments for residents to receive the vaccine. Connecticut residents 55 and older are now eligible to schedule an appointment.
Please visit the Department of Public Health for the Town of Fairfield to learn how to register or call 203-256-3082 for assistance
The format of the 65th book will be changing due to budget considerations. I consider this will actually be a change for the better!
Instead of printing a "hard copy" of the book, we will be publishing a digital flip-book that will be featured on the church website. This format will allow for members to view it anytime. This will also allow for future expansion with additions as Fairfield Grace continues to grow in its membership.
I am changing the design layout and expanding the page count now that there will be no restrictions due to printing costs.
The word count for submissions can increase up to 500 words. For those who have already sent in their write-up, if they wish to send in a more detailed version, please feel free to do so. And please remember to send in your photo.
So far I have received 19 biographies.. everyone... please send yours in also. The deadline for submissions will be April 10, 2021. This will give me time to have the final product ready in time to have it live on the church website as we celebrate the 65th anniversary in June.
We want to hear everyone's history and this is your chance to participate! Be recognized as a part of our wonderful church community.
- Anne Ewing
HAVE YOU RESPONDED
TO YOUR INVITATION?
IT ONLY TAKES A FEW MINUTES
FGUMC Adult Education Team has purchased a subscription at RightNow Media that provides you a customizable library of biblical video resources.
Click on the link below to create your own account and access this library of resources
Let’s read one chapter of the Bible - one day at a time.
Pastor Cho will send you a daily email or text. Please let Anne at fairfieldgrace@sbcglobal.net know if you would like to read one chapter of the day and/or receive one verse of the day that Pastor Cho chooses to highlight from that chapter. You can receive both or just one.
chapter of the day = COD
verse of the day = VOD
We are currently reading from the Book of Psalms.
Share Joys or Thanksgivings with photos!
Send a picture or pictures that show your joys, thanksgivings or any moments you encounter God any where. Send them to Anne Regan, Parish Office Manager at fairfieldgrace@sbcglobal.net.
You can find sermons from last Sunday on the FGUMC website!
