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YOUTH MEETINGS — Every Sunday. Middle School Youth meet @ 4:30 PM and High School Youth Meet @ 5 PM in the Epworth House. We also meet on Thursday Mornings @ 7:30 AM at Java Blend Cafe.
NEW CHURCH APP — We have a NEW Church App called ChurchTrac Connect App. You can download it directly from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. Once downloaded, enter Church Code NRSEJ2. You can also download it directly by going to this link: https://open.churchtrac.com?code=NRSEJ2
CAREPORTAL — as you declutter, the following new or used items are often needed by our CarePortal mission. You can also donate to the CarePortal fund by designating on your check to the church. We have a fluctuating amount of storage space in our furniture closet room for donations, but if you have any questions, please give Barbara a call or text at (276) 620-1137. This list is in addition to the larger furniture/appliance items sometimes needed: Towels, Washcloths, Toiletries, Cleaning Supplies, Twin or Full Size Bedding, Storage Containers or Drawers, Diapers and Wipes and other Baby Supplies, Mattresses or Air Mattresses of Any Size, Heaters, Fans, Air Conditioners, Lamps, Televisions, Silverware and other Kitchen Supplies, Bed Pillows for Sleeping
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP — For anyone providing care or supportive assistance, whether an aging parent, family member in addiction or recovery, a loved one with an illness, or someone who depends on your support. Offering a hybrid In-person meeting at RRUMC and Zoom Link provided if unable to attend in person. If interested, Contact Tammy Payne @ 276-250-1031.
5th SUNDAY COMBINED WORSHIP — March 29th is our next 5th Sunday Combined Worship Service @ 10 AM with a Potluck Fellowship Meal to follow. There is a sign up sheet for the meal on the table outside of Pastor David’s office. This will also be our Youth Resurrection Recap Sunday.
EASTER EGG HUNT — We are collecting individually wrapped candy for our children’s annual Easter egg hunt. Please place donated candy on the side table in the Fellowship Hall by March 29th.
DISTRICT LAY MINISTRIES TRAINING — April 18th from 9 AM - 3 PM @ St Paul UMC. This training is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge for effective lay ministry. This training is FREE. Registration is now open, and we encourage all interested individuals to secure their spot. For more details and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/NR_lay_ministries_training
NEXT STEPS — We will be bringing folks into Membership on March 29th. If you’re interested in taking the Next Steps in Membership or Baptism, please see Pastor David ASAP or Visit: www.ruralretreatumc.net/nextsteps
CAMP DICKENSON — Summer Registration is Now Open. There is a $100 District Scholarship available for each child registering for Camp, and a RRUMC Scholarship to help cover the cost of Camp. Please see Pastor David or Ginny to receive these codes. To Register, visit: https://campdickenson.com/summer
BLOODMOBILE — Tuesday, April 14th from Noon to 6 PM at the Rural Retreat Community Center