Sunday, March 23
Preparation
Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris
Luke 6:27-38
Some disasters are difficult to avert, but we can take away some of the destruction by practicing and learning how to recover in advance of that disaster. For a life of faith, practicing love of all (including our enemies), generosity, all the things recounted in this description of the children of God helps us navigate life when things do get tough, much like a tornado preparedness kit or chainsaw training does.
DATES AT A GLANCE
Youth Hangout - Friday, March 28
Celebrating UMCOR - Sunday, March 30
Know Your Rights Presentation - Tuesday, April 1
Bentonville Half Marathon - Saturday, April 5
Congregational Care Class - Saturday, April 12
Easter Eggstravaganza - Sunday, April 13
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries - Saturday, April 26
Community Events
Know Your Rights Presentation
On Tuesday, April 1, at 10 a.m., Pulaski Heights UMC will offer a Know Your Rights presentation for church staff and volunteers to learn how to respond if Immigration and Customs Enforcement shows up at our door. We will also learn tips for advocacy for vulnerable communities. Our church will stream this presentation in Hines Hall. Anyone is welcome to attend.
Bentonville Half Marathon - Come Cheer Folks On!
For several years, our church has served as the midpoint cheering station of the Bentonville Half Marathon. We will be doing the same this year and have also been asked to help out at the finish line! We need some more volunteers to help us do this for our community. If you can help on the morning of Saturday, April 5, contact Johnna Kosnoff at
johnna.kosnoff@arumc.org soon!
Family ministries
Easter Eggstravaganza
Mark your calendars for our Easter Eggstravaganza on Sunday, April 13th from 10-11 a.m.! We will have egg hunts, snacks, a petting zoo and more! 
Easter Donations Needed
We are in need of candy and toy donations to share as Easter prizes before our Eggstravaganza next month! Donation bins are located outside the church office and next to the elevator.
Youth Hangout at Top Golf
Youth are invited to join Lexie and Kristin at Top Golf on Friday, March 28th! We have 2 different time slots with limited spots, so please sign up by clicking here
No S.A.L.T. during Spring Break
We will not have Sunday Night S.A.L.T. the week of Spring Break but Pastor Michelle will still lead our Leadership Development group on March 30th from 3-4:30!
No Wednesday Night Kids 3/28
We have no Wednesday Night Kids on March 26th due to Spring Break!
VBS Dates
Mark your calendars! This year's Vacation Bible School is July 7th-11th!
announcements
UMCOR Sunday March 30
We will be celebrating UMCOR Sunday on March 30. On that day, we will take up a special offering to support the work of disaster recovery all around the world.
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries
The Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries class is being offered in Farmington on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Lay Servant Ministry (LSM) classes provide participants with the opportunity to grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and equip themselves for meaningful service within the church and community. These classes are an excellent way to strengthen your connection to your local church and the wider United Methodist Church. If you want to know more, talk to Johnna Kosnoff or one of our Certified Lay Servants (Angie Barrington, Michael Burks, Jodi Burks, Lauren Floyd, Marcia Patterson and Wesley Wells)
When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Farmington UMC (355 Southwinds Rd, Farmington, AR)
Materials: Basic Course Participant’s Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson
Cost: $15, plus the cost of the book (scholarships available)
Contact: Karen Anderson,
karen.anderson@arumc.org
or go here to register: https://arumc.org/our-ministries/lay-servant-ministries/
Lay Servant Ministry: Online United Methodist Polity Class
As Methodists, we celebrated the international, national and local connections within the United Meethodist Church. This class explains how we all fit together and work together for be the love of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. All are invited to learn more by joining Jim Silvi, CLM and Central District Lay Servant Ministry leader, for the United Methodist Polity class online via Zoom. The classes will be held on the following dates/times: Tuesdays April 8, April 15, April 22, and April 29, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Materials: “Polity, Practice, and Mission of the United Methodist Church” textbook by Thomas Edward Frank – yellow edition (tap here to purchase on Amazon)
Cost: Cost of the book (scholarships available)
Contact: Jim Silvi,
jmsilvi@gmail.com
Register here: https://arumc.org/our-ministries/lay-servant-ministries/
Join Young Adults Group
Interested in joining Young Adults? Join our GroupMe linked here to receive the most up-to-date information for young adult meet-ups!
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