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
POLICY ON IN-PERSON WORSHIP
As of right now, with Portage County's color code is Red, we will resume in person worship this Sunday, 1.10.21. The church's official policy is as follows: In the event that 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.
BRIDGE BUILDERS – AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The program will begin on Feb 3rd and continue each Wednesday during the school year. There is still an opportunity to become part of this great program! If you’re interested in helping, please let the office know! The program will run after school Wednesdays 3 – 5. Volunteers should plan to be at the church by 2:30 to help!
BRIDGE BUILDERS – TRAINING/INFO MEETING
Saturday, January 30th at 9 am there will be a meeting/training session for all volunteers. If you are planning to help with this program, please be there!
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.
OFFERING ENVELOPES ARE AVAILABLE
We have envelopes for the 2021 year for anyone who would like them! You can pick them in the foyer by the sanctuary, during office hours, or we can arrange to have them delivered to you! There is no sign up sheet - if you take a box you have the option to identify yourself or give anonymously. Please let the office know if you would like some envelopes brought to you!
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!
APOSTLES BUILD - HABITAT BUILD DAY
RUMC's next build day will be Feb 27, 2021! We will be working on flooring! Please let the office know if you are planning on attending. There is a max of 8 people right now due to COVID restrictions. Please bring your own lunch, water, safety glasses, and work gloves if possible.
We are almost done with the house! Thank you to everyone who has donated their time, prayer, and money to this project! Overall, our church has raised $13,000 toward this house!
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.
THANK YOU, YOUTH!
Over their winter break, two youths, Nick and Grace, gave their time to help an elderly member clean his apartment! They did a great job and it was greatly appreciated!
NURTURE AND CARE - ASSISTANCE FOR OUR ELDERLY
If you or someone you know could use some occasional help cleaning the house, picking up groceries or other items, mowing the yard (when it's time for that again!) please let the office know! We have people willing to help out!
R-TOWN CHRISTMAS STORE --- THANK YOU!!
We were able to help 20 families, a total of 53 kids and could not have done it without your help!! Thank you to each and every one of you who donated and gave your time!
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.
As of right now, with Portage County's color code is Red, we will resume in person worship this Sunday, 1.10.21. The church's official policy is as follows: In the event that 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.
BRIDGE BUILDERS – AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The program will begin on Feb 3rd and continue each Wednesday during the school year. There is still an opportunity to become part of this great program! If you’re interested in helping, please let the office know! The program will run after school Wednesdays 3 – 5. Volunteers should plan to be at the church by 2:30 to help!
BRIDGE BUILDERS – TRAINING/INFO MEETING
Saturday, January 30th at 9 am there will be a meeting/training session for all volunteers. If you are planning to help with this program, please be there!
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.
OFFERING ENVELOPES ARE AVAILABLE
We have envelopes for the 2021 year for anyone who would like them! You can pick them in the foyer by the sanctuary, during office hours, or we can arrange to have them delivered to you! There is no sign up sheet - if you take a box you have the option to identify yourself or give anonymously. Please let the office know if you would like some envelopes brought to you!
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!
APOSTLES BUILD - HABITAT BUILD DAY
RUMC's next build day will be Feb 27, 2021! We will be working on flooring! Please let the office know if you are planning on attending. There is a max of 8 people right now due to COVID restrictions. Please bring your own lunch, water, safety glasses, and work gloves if possible.
We are almost done with the house! Thank you to everyone who has donated their time, prayer, and money to this project! Overall, our church has raised $13,000 toward this house!
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.
THANK YOU, YOUTH!
Over their winter break, two youths, Nick and Grace, gave their time to help an elderly member clean his apartment! They did a great job and it was greatly appreciated!
NURTURE AND CARE - ASSISTANCE FOR OUR ELDERLY
If you or someone you know could use some occasional help cleaning the house, picking up groceries or other items, mowing the yard (when it's time for that again!) please let the office know! We have people willing to help out!
R-TOWN CHRISTMAS STORE --- THANK YOU!!
We were able to help 20 families, a total of 53 kids and could not have done it without your help!! Thank you to each and every one of you who donated and gave your time!
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.