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Making space for all God’s children • Serving our neighbors •
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Celebrating life in Christ together • Encouraging one another • Nurturing spirituality
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- Don't miss the most recent Catalina Newsletter now available on our website. Just click here.
- For the South District current news click here.
- For the Desert Southwest Conference Digest click here.
- For UMC NOW click here
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The Catalina Newsletter in a New Format
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The September issue of The Catalina Newsletter is now in a new format and will not be sent in a separate email. You'll be able to access it by clicking on the link above "Don't miss the most recent Catalina Newsletter now available..." or just go to our website and select Newsletter from the drop down menu labeled "Next Steps."
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Catalina Unplugged: First Preview Worship Series
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This fall, our Outreach and Worship Team are exploring new worship styles, times, and spaces to help Catalina UMC expand its impact with a second worship service. Our first pilot is Catalina Unplugged, a relaxed, meditative worship experience designed to welcome new people—including young adults, single adults, and the spiritually curious who are seeking a non-traditional worship service and inclusive community.
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All are welcome Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel on Sept. 14, 21, and 28 for one-hour services centered on music, scripture, reflection, and Holy Communion. These are “beta” services—your presence and feedback are encouraged as we explore new ways to worship and connect.
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During this preview season (Sept.–Dec.), Catalina’s 10:00 a.m. service will continue to be led with faith and care by Pastor Mike. Mariana Mevans-Vidal (Director of Music and Organist/Pianist), and Paige Anderson (Children & Family Ministries Coordinator) will continue to be part of the 10:00am worship service and lend their leadership to support the development of the second worship service. Pastor Kelli's focus will be on the second worship service. Please keep both services in your prayers, invite friends, and join us in this exciting new chapter at Catalina!
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Seekers Adult Sunday School Class @ 8:45am-9:45am in Room H-230
A desire to enrich your understanding and faith is the only requirement. Join us for a variety of video-based lessons led by volunteer class members. For lesson schedule click here: https://www.catalinamethodist.org/adults/.
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Koinonia Class for Adults: Sundays @ 9am in Room E-23
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"How to Fight Racism" - Every Sunday in September; Facilitators: Pastor Kelli Knight and Rev. Kirk Reed All adults of all ages are invited! For more info, contact Rev. Kirk Reed [email protected].
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Women’s Bible Study: Wednesdays @ 9:30am in Room H-230
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Our newest study is "Philippians" by Lori Wilhite. It will run from Sept 10-Oct 15.Contact Brenda Halferty for more information at [email protected] or 520-481-6993
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Men’s Bible Study: Wednesdays @ 6:45am in Room E-23
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We begin Sept. 03. We meet weekly on Wednesday mornings in Room E23 at 6:45 am. For those whose schedules allow, we plan on going to breakfast at 8:00 am following Bible Study.
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Together Tuesdays: Second Tuesday of the month @ 5:30pm in Fellowship Hall
We meet again Sept. 9. An hour of fun in Fellowship Hall for families with children under 8 years old. Includes light meal, singing, crafts and a bible theme each month.
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Sing With The Sanctuary Choir: Rehearsals Thursdays-7-8pm
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Do you sing in the shower? Come sing with us at rehearsals and on Sundays—it's a blast! Got questions? Reach out to [email protected]
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Festival Ringers Bell Choir: Rehearsals Thursdays @ 5:30pm
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Can you read music? We would love to have you join this fun group for rehearsals and performances throughout the coming year. Reach out to [email protected]
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Meet Vicki
Vicki Crutchfield is new to Catalina but is already stepping up to volunteer with making PB&J sandwiches for Casa Maria, Primavera Cooks and helping to prepare a meal for traveling college students on a mission trip. Vicki loves to golf and garden. Say hello when you see her on Sundays!
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We love our cookie & social time after worship! 🍪 It’s a great chance to chat with friends old and new. If you’d like to donate cookies, check the alphabet schedule for your last name and bring them to the cart in the Welcome area before service. Questions? Contact Judy at [email protected] or (520) 909-4404.
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Aug 31: S-Z Sept 07: A-G Sept 14: H-M Sept 21: N-R
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South District Offers Introduction to Lay Ministry Classes
This is an introductory course for Lay Servant Ministries and is foundational for all courses in Lay Servant Ministries. It is an overview of the program and concentrates on the importance of three (3) areas: Leading, Caring, and Communicating (the pillars or core ministries of lay servant ministries).
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One class will be in Tucson (in person) on Saturdays, September 27 and October 4. It will be held at St John's UMC. Another class will be at Willcox UMC on Saturdays, October 4 and 11.
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These classes, as well as all classes (Intro and Advanced offered conference wide for this Fall) are available for registration on the Conference website and can be accessed by clicking HERE.
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Catalina has an active prayer team, Prayer Partners, praying for YOU throughout the year. If you would like to add a special prayer request, please send it to office@catalinamethodist and we will publish it here!
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Please be in prayer for:
- Jean Briggs who is in hospice care.
- Margaret is asking for God to bless her and her husband with pregnancy.
- Chin Yung who wishes to live the life that God, the Father, the Son and Holy Ghost has graced him with every day.
- Janet Williams who has had recent surgery on her wrist and her daughter Amber who will also be having surgery this week..
- New Hope/Nueva Esperanza UMC, Tucson; Grace UMC, Douglas; Sierra Vista UMC; Camping Program; South District
- Peace. Love. Prayer. Always.
Need a Visitation?
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If you, or someone you know, would like a visitation from our Deaconess, Toni Smith, please contact her at [email protected]
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Join us and Click Here to view our live stream service each Sunday at 9:55 am. Or copy the link below and paste it in your web browser:
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Why invite someone to church?
Because one invitation can open the door to something new:
✨ A chance to rest.
✨ A word of encouragement.
✨ A community that feels like home.
Sometimes it all begins with a simple ask: “Come sit with me this Sunday?”
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There are many ways you can give to the ministries of Catalina UMC. You can give online at CatalinaMethodist.org, you can scan the QR code to the left on your cell phone, or you can text the dollar amount to 520-441-8592.
Your gifts are a blessing to our ministry in the community.
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We’d love to hear from you—join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram by searching for catalinamethodist. Don’t forget to like and comment on our posts! You can also find us on Nextdoor.
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