Updates for Rootstown UMC
Light in a messenger's eyes brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. -- Proverbs 15:30
Check out our calendar as well for weekly and monthly events.
Church office hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
The office is closed on Tuesdays.
Is there something you'd like to add? Let us know!
Email or call 330-325-1426.
Light in a messenger's eyes brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. -- Proverbs 15:30
Check out our calendar as well for weekly and monthly events.
Church office hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
The office is closed on Tuesdays.
Is there something you'd like to add? Let us know!
Email or call 330-325-1426.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS
FOOD BACKPACKS
Join us at 9 am on Friday, April 9th, April 23, May 7 and May 21 to pack food backpacks for students at Rootstown schools. These bags help to ensure that these students have access to good and healthy foods. We pack the bags at Community Bible Church on Tallmadge Rd.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR KID’S ADVENTURE WEEK!
We will have our Kids Adventure Week June 21 – 25! The program is open to grades K through any who have just finished 5th grade and will run from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm each day that week. If you’re interested in helping with Kid’s Adventure Week, please let Pat, Roberta, or the Office know!
VISIT FROM STEVE AND KELLY BAUGHN
On Sunday, April 25th, we will have a visit from missionaries Steve and Kelly Baughn! They will share during our worship service. We are honored and happy to have them visit with us!
GOOD FRIDAY'S WALK FOR REMEMBERING - APRIL 2nd 2021
We had a wonderful group of people turn out for Good Friday's Walk for Remembering. You can read about it here from the Record Courier - https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2021/04/04/rootstown-church-communities-carry-cross-remember-christ-victims-loss-portage-ohio/4842820001/
Join us at 9 am on Friday, April 9th, April 23, May 7 and May 21 to pack food backpacks for students at Rootstown schools. These bags help to ensure that these students have access to good and healthy foods. We pack the bags at Community Bible Church on Tallmadge Rd.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR KID’S ADVENTURE WEEK!
We will have our Kids Adventure Week June 21 – 25! The program is open to grades K through any who have just finished 5th grade and will run from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm each day that week. If you’re interested in helping with Kid’s Adventure Week, please let Pat, Roberta, or the Office know!
VISIT FROM STEVE AND KELLY BAUGHN
On Sunday, April 25th, we will have a visit from missionaries Steve and Kelly Baughn! They will share during our worship service. We are honored and happy to have them visit with us!
GOOD FRIDAY'S WALK FOR REMEMBERING - APRIL 2nd 2021
We had a wonderful group of people turn out for Good Friday's Walk for Remembering. You can read about it here from the Record Courier - https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/2021/04/04/rootstown-church-communities-carry-cross-remember-christ-victims-loss-portage-ohio/4842820001/
OUTDOOR RUMMAGE and BAKE SALE!
Set for Friday, April 23 and Saturday, April 24. Rain dates are also scheduled, please pray we will not need them! More information too come closer to the date about item drop off.
If you can help with set up on Wednesday, April 21 or Thursday, April 22, please let us know!
If you would like to help with the Bake Sale by baking items, please let the office, Sheila Hrkach, or Karen Kurtz know! We need items for both Friday and Saturday.
SUMMER CAMPS
This summer, kids need the opportunity to be outside in God’s creation, connecting with each other in safe ways, building a relationship with God and having fun. After lots of prayer, the East Ohio Camps leadership team has decided to open the summer camps at Aldersgate, Asbury, and Wanake for 2021. There will be limited space – registration is open now! Summer Camp open houses are available for each camp as well so you can see the camp and ask questions:
Camp Wanake – April 10 from 2 – 5 pm
Camp Aldersgate – April 18 from 2 – 5 pm
Camp Asbury – April 25 from 2 – 5 pm
For more information, visit www.eocsummercamps.org
POLICY ON IN-PERSON WORSHIP
RUMC will continue to meet while the county’s COVID color code is Red. Should Portage County's COVID color code would turn to purple during the week, the upcoming Sunday would be the last Sunday in person until the color code returns to red. In person worship also means that Sunday School is available for ages Pre-K through Adults. If you have any questions about whether or not there is in-person worship, you can call the office (330-325-1426) and the recording will let you know if we are worshiping inside.
RUMC WOMEN IN MINISTRY
Women in Ministry (WIM) supports missionaries all over. Recently, they have received thank you letters from the Overholts and the Lizzie Project through World Gospel Mission where WIM donated to the educational scholarship gift for students in Honduras. The educational scholarship provides students with a uniform, books and supplies. WIM also donates a child named Vishal through the Child Fund International. Vishal has sent a letter of thanks for the donation provided to him by WIM it reads:
Dear Friends,
Greetings!
I have received the Christmas gift of US$25.00 (INR 1855.00) sent by you. Many thanks to you from me for this. I have purchased a jacket and a bag with this, and the balance amount is deposited in my savings account.
Bastar Child Development project is running PENCIL Centre. I daily attend it. I learn carry over addition, carry over subtraction, and tables in Mathematics. In Hindi, I learn reading the book and making sentence. All this is done through games. I love to go to PENCIL Centre. Activities are taught through games in PENCIL Centre. I learn very quickly.
I am studying in class 5. Locality classes are being run in my village. I also to study there. In evening, I finish homework at home. My elder sister helps in homework. I also help in household chores.
We all family members are well, and we all pray that you and your family members will be well. At present winter season is going on here. Weather is colder in the morning. Some days later Diyari festival will be celebrated in the village. IN this festival, villagers feed khichri prepared from pulses and rice to cows and oxen.
Please convey my regards to your family. Lots of love for you. I finish this letter to you. Regards.
Your sponsored child,
Vishal
EMERGENCY MEALS
We are looking for someone to take over organizing and coordinating Emergency meals. Connie Griffith has been doing this for quite some time and needs to step down from this role. Emergency meals are offered to individuals and families within the church as needed when a crisis occurs and are effective way to show care and support and share God’s love. If you are interested in taking on this role, please let the office know!
RECOVERY HOUSEING AND BEATING ADDICTION
RUMC is partnering with Bike, Hope, Love and Hope Town Recovery Housing to establish a recovery house in Portage County. A recovery house is a place addicts can live, work, and recover in a safe environment. This increases the likelihood of long term recovery substantially. Please consider helping furnish this recovery house. For a list of items, visit this link: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/publish?EQBCT=97d74dbf66ef466b8382ba7e07f7d81f
For more information, contact Pastor Don Richards (dtailwind@aol.com)
UPLIFT - Empowering people by providing essential items.
Galatians 6:2 says," Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ."
We started this outreach in February and have been overwhelmed by the support and donations! We have been able to help families in ways we would not have been able to before. We are well stocked at this moment but will always welcome donations. If you know of anyone who could use help with items like these please don’t hesitate to let us know.
RUMC HAS A NEW EMAIL
We have had a couple issues with our sbcglobal email account and are switching to gmail! The new email address is rootstownumc44@gmail.com. Emails to the sbcglobal account are being forwarded to this address.
ONLINE GIVING
During the pandemic we have been blessed with your continued giving. A reminder that there are many ways to do so! Check out the Giving page on our website for more information!
ADOPT-A-TEACHER (OR STAFF MEMBER!)
Rootstown UMC is once again participating in Adopt-a-Teacher with Rootstown Schools to pray for and encourage teachers and staff members throughout the school year. This year, due to COVID, we will be focusing our encouragement through emails and cards instead of larger gifts.
NURTURE & CARE – ASSISTANCE
If you, or someone you know, have a need for occasional help cleaning the house, picking up groceries or other items, etc., please let the office know! We have people willing to help.
PRAYER REQUEST?
Please let us know how we can pray for you! Send an email to rootstownumc44@gmail.com or call the church office at 330-325-1426.
UPDATES ON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
A Proposed Split
Below is a link to information about the proposed split in the United Methodist Church which will be acted on in May of 2020. We will not know how this effects our church until after General Conference. Use this link to stay informed on the proposal and process. United Methodist Church announces plan to split over same-sex marriage
You can also visit www.eocumc.com for our East Ohio Conference to learn more.
AMAZON PURCHASES CAN HELP OUR CHURCH!
If you buy off of Amazon, they will give something back to a charity. If you don't already have one, you can pick our church! Here is how: Go online to smile.amazon.com and follow these steps:
- put in your email address
- create a password (or use your current Amazon password)
- enter phone number
- enter code
- choose charity --- Type in search bar "Rooststown United Methodist Church
If you forget your password, no sweat! Just click forgot password
To buy, just to go smile.amazon.com and purchase as you normally would.
Set for Friday, April 23 and Saturday, April 24. Rain dates are also scheduled, please pray we will not need them! More information too come closer to the date about item drop off.
If you can help with set up on Wednesday, April 21 or Thursday, April 22, please let us know!
If you would like to help with the Bake Sale by baking items, please let the office, Sheila Hrkach, or Karen Kurtz know! We need items for both Friday and Saturday.
SUMMER CAMPS
This summer, kids need the opportunity to be outside in God’s creation, connecting with each other in safe ways, building a relationship with God and having fun. After lots of prayer, the East Ohio Camps leadership team has decided to open the summer camps at Aldersgate, Asbury, and Wanake for 2021. There will be limited space – registration is open now! Summer Camp open houses are available for each camp as well so you can see the camp and ask questions:
Camp Wanake – April 10 from 2 – 5 pm
Camp Aldersgate – April 18 from 2 – 5 pm
Camp Asbury – April 25 from 2 – 5 pm
For more information, visit www.eocsummercamps.org
POLICY ON IN-PERSON WORSHIP
RUMC will continue to meet while the county’s COVID color code is Red. Should Portage County's COVID color code would turn to purple during the week, the upcoming Sunday would be the last Sunday in person until the color code returns to red. In person worship also means that Sunday School is available for ages Pre-K through Adults. If you have any questions about whether or not there is in-person worship, you can call the office (330-325-1426) and the recording will let you know if we are worshiping inside.
RUMC WOMEN IN MINISTRY
Women in Ministry (WIM) supports missionaries all over. Recently, they have received thank you letters from the Overholts and the Lizzie Project through World Gospel Mission where WIM donated to the educational scholarship gift for students in Honduras. The educational scholarship provides students with a uniform, books and supplies. WIM also donates a child named Vishal through the Child Fund International. Vishal has sent a letter of thanks for the donation provided to him by WIM it reads:
Dear Friends,
Greetings!
I have received the Christmas gift of US$25.00 (INR 1855.00) sent by you. Many thanks to you from me for this. I have purchased a jacket and a bag with this, and the balance amount is deposited in my savings account.
Bastar Child Development project is running PENCIL Centre. I daily attend it. I learn carry over addition, carry over subtraction, and tables in Mathematics. In Hindi, I learn reading the book and making sentence. All this is done through games. I love to go to PENCIL Centre. Activities are taught through games in PENCIL Centre. I learn very quickly.
I am studying in class 5. Locality classes are being run in my village. I also to study there. In evening, I finish homework at home. My elder sister helps in homework. I also help in household chores.
We all family members are well, and we all pray that you and your family members will be well. At present winter season is going on here. Weather is colder in the morning. Some days later Diyari festival will be celebrated in the village. IN this festival, villagers feed khichri prepared from pulses and rice to cows and oxen.
Please convey my regards to your family. Lots of love for you. I finish this letter to you. Regards.
Your sponsored child,
Vishal
EMERGENCY MEALS
We are looking for someone to take over organizing and coordinating Emergency meals. Connie Griffith has been doing this for quite some time and needs to step down from this role. Emergency meals are offered to individuals and families within the church as needed when a crisis occurs and are effective way to show care and support and share God’s love. If you are interested in taking on this role, please let the office know!
RECOVERY HOUSEING AND BEATING ADDICTION
RUMC is partnering with Bike, Hope, Love and Hope Town Recovery Housing to establish a recovery house in Portage County. A recovery house is a place addicts can live, work, and recover in a safe environment. This increases the likelihood of long term recovery substantially. Please consider helping furnish this recovery house. For a list of items, visit this link: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/publish?EQBCT=97d74dbf66ef466b8382ba7e07f7d81f
For more information, contact Pastor Don Richards (dtailwind@aol.com)
UPLIFT - Empowering people by providing essential items.
Galatians 6:2 says," Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ."
We started this outreach in February and have been overwhelmed by the support and donations! We have been able to help families in ways we would not have been able to before. We are well stocked at this moment but will always welcome donations. If you know of anyone who could use help with items like these please don’t hesitate to let us know.
RUMC HAS A NEW EMAIL
We have had a couple issues with our sbcglobal email account and are switching to gmail! The new email address is rootstownumc44@gmail.com. Emails to the sbcglobal account are being forwarded to this address.
ONLINE GIVING
During the pandemic we have been blessed with your continued giving. A reminder that there are many ways to do so! Check out the Giving page on our website for more information!
ADOPT-A-TEACHER (OR STAFF MEMBER!)
Rootstown UMC is once again participating in Adopt-a-Teacher with Rootstown Schools to pray for and encourage teachers and staff members throughout the school year. This year, due to COVID, we will be focusing our encouragement through emails and cards instead of larger gifts.
NURTURE & CARE – ASSISTANCE
If you, or someone you know, have a need for occasional help cleaning the house, picking up groceries or other items, etc., please let the office know! We have people willing to help.
PRAYER REQUEST?
Please let us know how we can pray for you! Send an email to rootstownumc44@gmail.com or call the church office at 330-325-1426.
UPDATES ON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
A Proposed Split
Below is a link to information about the proposed split in the United Methodist Church which will be acted on in May of 2020. We will not know how this effects our church until after General Conference. Use this link to stay informed on the proposal and process. United Methodist Church announces plan to split over same-sex marriage
You can also visit www.eocumc.com for our East Ohio Conference to learn more.
AMAZON PURCHASES CAN HELP OUR CHURCH!
If you buy off of Amazon, they will give something back to a charity. If you don't already have one, you can pick our church! Here is how: Go online to smile.amazon.com and follow these steps:
- put in your email address
- create a password (or use your current Amazon password)
- enter phone number
- enter code
- choose charity --- Type in search bar "Rooststown United Methodist Church
If you forget your password, no sweat! Just click forgot password
To buy, just to go smile.amazon.com and purchase as you normally would.