Pastor’s Corner
Dear First United Methodist Church of Mt. Dora,
I wanted to share with you some positive updates.
First, the Church Council adopted the recommended goals from the Vision 2030 Goals Team yesterday evening.
You can find a detailed copy of the goals in the following link:
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| Secondly, we received a $335,000 donation to help us achieve some of these goals.
Use of this donation will include the following:
1. Recruit and retain more musicians for the praise band.
2. Modernize the Thrift Shop building.
3. Make Friendship Hall more accessible.
4. Support local and global missions in our community.
The work we are doing in listening to the guidance of the Holy Spirit bears fruit for the Kingdom.
I would like to invite you to help brainstorm some strategies for fulfilling these goals on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 4:30 pm in Friendship Hall.
Grace and Peace,
David
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Rosemary and Diane in Cuba
EDUCATIONAL EATS PRESENTS…
- Sunday, April 28th, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm – dine and learn about our team’s visit to our sister church in Calixto, Cuba. RSVP by tomorrow!
- Sunday, May 5th, from 12:15 to 1:30 pm – lunch and learn about our partnership with Vision India.
Look in Sunday’s bulletin for your chance to RSVP!
There is no charge for these dinners, but donations are appreciated!
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| THIS SUNDAY! Be sure to join the excitement! |
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Free Concert here at
First United Methodist Church Mount Dora
Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 PM in the Sanctuary
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CPR & AED TRAINING: APRIL 29, 6 PM IN THE CHAPEL. A One-hour session by Mount Dora Fire Department. Ideal for class leaders, ushers, and volunteers. Register for free: Call the church office.
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Welcome Reinaldo, our new handyman at FUMC Mount Dora. With extensive experience and a commitment to service, he ensures our church is a well-maintained and inviting place. Greet Reinaldo and his ever-present smile as he expertly tends to our facility.
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Seize the moment and be part of the fun! This is your chance to be involved in a bold, dramatic way – be part of our church story. Text “sign me up” to 352-978-4509.
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We extend our heartfelt thanks to First United Methodist Church of Mount Dora and dedicated chairperson, Janet Westlake, for the successful blood drive on Sunday, April 21st.
Your efforts resulted in 12 units of blood, potentially saving 36 lives. We’re grateful to all donors! Thank you for your commitment to our lifesaving mission.
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| Did you see smoke yesterday? |
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A fire erupted in a travel trailer behind these houses causing three fire trucks (this picture was taken right before the third fire truck arrived), an ambulance, and two police units to be dispatched in front of the church office. Many people stopped by to see if it was our church. The houses were spared, and no one seems to have been injured, but it was quite a morning yesterday.
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THE NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
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The Mount Dora Ministerial Association is hosting a
National Day of Prayer
event on Thursday, May 2 at 12:00 pm in Donnelly Park. Come out and pray for our community, our country, and our world.
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Do you want to support the teachers and staff at Triangle Elementary? We are providing breakfast at 8:00 am on Monday, May 6 for Teacher Appreciation Week. If you would like to make an egg casserole, bread, or muffins to donate, please contact the church office.
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| Want to know your spiritual gifts and how to use them?
An informative class is available on Monday, May 6 from 6:30-8:00 pm in the chapel. Please call the church office to reserve your place.
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Intergenerational Theater Camp
Monday, July 8, 2024 to Saturday, July 13, 2024
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
439 East 5th Avenue, Mount Dora, FL, USA
SIGN UP NOW! |
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Our Intergenerational Theater Camp is July 8 to 13. “Christmas in Bethlehem Gulch” will be presented on Saturday, July 13 at First United Methodist Church of Mount Dora. Children ages 4-11 attend rehearsals every night Monday to Friday from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. People ages 12 through 112 attend every night from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Register at www.mtdorafumc.org/calendar. This week will be fun for people of all ages!
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| COMING SOON!
Celebrate the Season Vacation Bible School is July 15 to 18 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for ages 3 through fifth grade. Youth and adults are encouraged to volunteer. Register children and volunteers at www.mtdorafumc.org/calendar.
VBS needs label-free plastic containers with lids from coffee, drink mixes, etc. A collection basket is in the Fifth Avenue entrance.
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| Volunteers are needed at the Welcome Center from 9:00 to 9:30 am each Sunday. Please contact the church office for more information. |
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We are looking to expand the roster of liturgists and Bible readers at all services. If you have an interest in this important ministry, please contact the church office at office@mtdorafumc.org or 352-383-2005.
Please be sure to indicate your preferred service at 8 am, 9:30 am, or 11:00 am. |
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Join a Bible study!
-Sundays at 9:30 am in the Chapel – The Book of Proverbs
-Sundays at 9:30 am in the Carpenter’s classroom – Be Committed: Ruth & Esther
-Sundays at 9:30 am in the Choir room – Book of Matthew
-Sundays at 11:00 am in Friendship Hall – Connecting the sermon to life!
-Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in the Chapel – Holy Spirit/Preparation for Pentecost
-Wednesdays at 9:30 am in the Chapel – Holy Spirit in Scripture
-Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the Chapel – Paul’s Prison and Pastoral Letters – In person or on Zoom.
-Thursdays at 7:00 pm in the Chapel – The book of Isaiah – In person or on Zoom.
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Children on Sunday mornings
- Childcare – Available from 9:15 am to 12:15 pm
- Kids’ Church – Children begin in worship at 9:30 and then depart for Kids’ Church
- Bible Fun – Available during the 11:00 traditional service
Wonderful Wednesdays meet weekly from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Footprints is for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Barefoot is for students in sixth through twelfth grade. Adult Bible study meets at 6:30 pm.
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Celebrate the Savior Vacation Bible School is July 15-18 from 9:00 to 12:00. Visit mtdorafumc.org to register participants or volunteers.
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| May Calendars will be available next week! |
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