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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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Click Here to read the November issue of our monthly Catalina Newsletter.
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What's Next? Chapel Connections--Our Final Preview
Our third and final preview this fall will be a worship experience we’re calling Chapel Connections. This service will look and feel more like what many people expect from a Sunday morning worship experience—still relaxed and welcoming, but with the familiar flow of prayer, music, Scripture, and a message.
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We’ll gather at 10:00am in the Chapel. The Outreach Team chose the name “Chapel Connections” because this service connects to:
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- our historic space in the Chapel,
- our existing 10am traditional service happening at the same time,
- and our desire to build connections across our worshipping communities.
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There are practical reasons for trying 10am as well. When people in the wider community are looking for a church service to try, the cultural expectation is that worship happens on a Sunday morning. For families, this time often works best—especially with Sunday School for children and fellowship time following worship already in place. We still need to work out some logistics with musicians and children’s moments, but gathering at 10am gives us a natural way to nurture relationships among people attending both services.
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Chapel Connections is simply the next step in our exploration. For those following along with our previews this fall, we remain on track to make decisions about offering something more regular in the first few months of 2026. Your presence, feedback, and prayers are helping shape what comes next, and we’re grateful for everyone's support!
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In Christ's Care, Pastor Kelli
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Angel Tree
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Wrapping will be Sunday, Nov. 30, right after church in H232. All are welcome!
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If you would like to deliver the gifts to the caregivers, please let judywingert@gmail.com know. Deliverers will pick up the gifts on Sunday Dec. 7th right after church in H-232 and they need to be delivered by Dec. 21st. Thanks all!
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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..
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Koinonia Class for Adults: Sundays @ 9am in Room E-23
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AN ALTAR IN THE WORLD: A GEOGRAPHY OF FAITH begins. This lively class and discussion group reads one chapter each week of an excellent and thought-provoking book. Books are available from Rev. Reed. Adults of all ages can enjoy learning together! For more info: [email protected]..
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Women’s Bible Study: Wednesdays @ 9:30am in Room H-230
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On break until the new year! Contact Brenda Halferty for more information at [email protected] or 520-481-6993
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Shalom Circle: Second Tuesday @ 10am in Room H230
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United Women in Faith meetings. Please come and experience fun and fellowship while learning about other missions in our community! For more info: [email protected]
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Men’s Bible Study: Wednesdays @ 6:45am in Room E-23
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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. We will not meet on the Wednesday before Christmas or New Year's Day.
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Together Tuesdays: Second Tuesday of the month @ 5:30pm in Fellowship Hall
On Hiatus. 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-7-8:30pm
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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 @ 5:30-6:30pm
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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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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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Nov 30: A-G Dec 07: H-M Dec 14: N-R Dec 21: S-Z
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Catalina Breakfast Forum: Saturday, December 06 at 9am in Fellowship Hall
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Chrisann Black of Club Zeus will be the featured speaker. $4/person donation requested at the door. Please RSVP to 520-327-4296 so we know how much food to prepare!
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich Making: December 12, 3-5pm, Room E23
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We need about 20 volunteers to make more than 500 sandwiches. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
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Casa Maria Soup Kitchen Outreach: Saturday, December 13
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"Rejoice and Sing: A Festival of Lessons and Carols": Sunday, December 14, 4pm
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The Sanctuary Choir presents this annual FREE event with beautiful music, favorite carols, hot chocolate and cookies. A joyful celebration for all ages.
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Christmas Eve Worship: Family Friendly at 6pm in the Chapel; Traditional at 8pm in the Sanctuary
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Primavera Men's Shelter: Saturday, December 27: 2-4pm or 4-6pm
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Volunteers needed to cook and serve a 5-couirse meal to approximately 52 men living at the Primavera Men's Shelter. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
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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:
- Carolyn, Chuck and Paula experiencing health issues.
- LaVon going through medical procedures for her heart.
- St. James, St. John's and St. Mark's UMCs in Tucson
- 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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Advent is the Perfect Time to Invite Someone to Catalina
An invitation to church isn’t just about Sunday morning—
It’s about sharing peace, hope, and belonging.
Your ask could change someone’s week
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Just lean over and say, “Come with me this Sunday.”
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Join our Volunteers for Outreach Missions!
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🙌 Volunteering isn’t just about giving your time—it’s about making a difference.
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Every act of service, big or small, is a way to share God’s love and bring hope to others.💙
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When we serve together, we become the hands and feet of Christ in the world. ✝️
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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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