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Pastor’s Corner

Dear Friends in the Faith,

I hope this email finds you well and filled with the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ.

I am writing to share an important update regarding a matter that will be addressed at the city council meeting this evening. As many of you know, our church has been in discussions with the city regarding leasing our parking lot. This evening, the city council is scheduled to vote on approving this lease agreement.

The proposed lease will not only benefit our church by having the City of Mt. Dora cover the maintenance of the lot and a large $200,000 repair to the retaining wall, but it will also support the city’s efforts to improve local infrastructure and accessibility. This collaboration between our church and the city is a testament to our commitment to serve and support our broader community.

The city council meeting will take place tonight at 6:00 PM at City Hall. While the meeting is open to the public, your prayers for a favorable outcome are greatly appreciated as this decision will significantly impact our church and the community we serve.

I will provide an update on the outcome of the meeting and any next steps following the council’s decision. In the meantime, I encourage you to pray for wisdom and guidance for the city council members as they deliberate on this important matter.

Thank you for your continued support and faithfulness. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of those around us.

In Christ’s service,

Pastor David

Wonderful Wednesday celebrates the last week of school on Wednesday, May 22 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The back parking lot will be closed for a carnival and the Be The Hamster snow cone maker.

The widowed support group meets on Thursday, May 23 at 9:30 am in the chapel. Anyone who has lost a spouse is welcome.

WIDOWED SUPPORT GROUP

VBS needs label-free plastic containers with lids from coffee, drink mixes, etc as well as partial rolls of Christmas wrapping paper and ribbon. A collection basket is in the Fifth Avenue entrance

Volunteers are still needed for science, crafts, games, and team leaders. Training options are:

Wednesday, June 19 at 4:30 pm
Thursday, June 20 at 10:00 am
Tuesday, July 9 at 3:00 pm

Contact www.mtdorafumc.org/calendar if you are interested in volunteering (See VBS below).

UWF Thrift Shop Fashion Show

Join us on Tuesday, May 28 at noon in the Fellowship Hall for a stylish showcase featuring UWF women modeling thrift shop finds! Want to strut the runway too? Contact the office to participate. All are welcome to enjoy the fashions and feast on a fresh salad bar!

Join a Bible study!

-Sundays at 9:30 am in the Chapel – The Book of Nehemiah

-Sundays at 9:30 am in the Carpenter’s classroom – Be Committed

-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!

-Wednesdays at 9:30 am in the Chapel – Holy Spirit in Scripture

-Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the Chapel – The Letters of John – 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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BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5th @ 9:30 AM – I AM STATEMENTS OF JESUS!

Children –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.

Exercise class meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
9:00 AM in Friendship Hall.

Research shows us:
1. Physical exercise causes us to breathe more often and deeply giving increased oxygen to our brains and hearts.
2. Physical exercise causes the body to produce endorphins (chemicals) that reduce emotional tension and stress.
3. People who are physically fit in middle age are less likely to develop dementia in later years.
4. Exercise keeps our bodies strong and functioning. By taking care of the outside, we show our respect for one of God’s greatest gifts.
Our goal is to improve balance, endurance, mobility, posture, and our brain.
We do this as a group because it is more fun, more of a challenge and commitment, and because I wouldn’t do it by myself alone.

~Sandy Lazarus, Exercise Class Instructor

Wild Wednesdays will meet from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on June 12 and 19. Footprints is for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Barefoot is for students in sixth through twelfth grade. June 12 is the sixth-grade welcome night!

COMING IN JULY!

Our Intergenerational Theater Camp is from July 8 to 13. “Christmas in Bethlehem Gulch” will be presented on Saturday, July 13 at 3:00 pm 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 will be a fun week for people of all ages!

Registration Link for Theater Camp

Join us for a fun-filled Vacation Bible School from July 15-18, 9 AM – 12 PM! Open for kids aged 3 to fifth grade. Volunteers of all ages welcome. Sign up and learn more at:

www.mtdorafumc.org/calendar.

Don’t forget to donate your label-free plastic containers in our collection basket at the Fifth Avenue entrance. See you there!