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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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- Read 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.
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World Communion Sunday: A Celebration of Unity and Service
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World Communion Sunday reminds us that, despite our differences, we are united as Christians through the sacrament of Holy Communion. Learn more about how this ecumenical celebration began in 1933 at Shadyside Presbyterian Church, how The United Methodist Church joined the tradition, and what this day means for us today.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
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For over 50 years, Hispanic Heritage Month has been celebrated in the United States from September 15 - October 15. We recognize and celebrate the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.
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The Hispanic Committee of the South District invites you to spread the word about the upcoming Multicultural Family Camp on November 1-3, 2024, at Mingus Mountain Camp. This event will be in Spanish and […]
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Opportunities to Connect & Serve
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Catalina UMC thrives because of the gifts and talents shared by people like you! You are invited to share your unique gifts and interests to connect with others and contribute to the vibrant life of our church by clicking here to fill out our questionnaires.
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Once completed, someone will follow up with you to share additional information and next steps. We may not be able to accommodate each person’s preferences, but we will do our best to connect you appropriately
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The Tucson Film Club
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--a reflection by Blythe Strong
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In mid-August, several members of the Multicultural Growth Committee attended a program presented by the Tucson Black Film Club at the Dunbar Pavilion. We saw the film “Lean on Me” starring Morgan Freeman. Barbara Lewis, who is an alum of Dunbar School, welcomed everyone. (Dunbar School, named for the poet Paul Laurence Dunbar, was the school for Tucson’s African American children while segregation was practiced from 1912 to 1951.) Afterwards, Annie Sykes led a lively discussion of several issues raised by the film: parental guidance, political pressure for student performance (read “test scores!”), peer pressure, poor funding for public education, and achieving seemingly impossible goals by working together. The film is based on a real-life situation in which a principal with an unusual style turned around a Paterson, NJ high school.
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Following the discussion, the club sponsored a drawing for several prizes, and they offered some snacks too. There is no charge to attend, but donations are welcomed.
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The Tucson Black Film Club meets quarterly. The next film is on October 19, 1-4 p.m. We’ll see a Halloween-themed film, The Boy Behind the Door (2020). The Dunbar Pavilion, an African American Arts & Culture Center, is located at 325 West 2nd Street in Tucson. Join us for an interesting afternoon!
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Seekers Adult Sunday School Class @ 8:45am-9:45am in Room H-230
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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 go to https://www.catalinamethodist.org/adults/.
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Koinonia Class for Adults: Sundays @ 9am in Room E-23
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A fun Sunday morning class built on relationships and learning: 9:00 am in Room E23, led by Rev. Kirk Reed. You're invited! Upcoming topics: Oct 6 ("The Battle for the Bible"), Oct 13 ("Copernicus" and "Evolution"), Oct 20 ("Is Your Jesus Too Small"), Oct 27 ("Hindus in Heaven?")
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Women’s Bible Study: Wednesdays @ 9:30am in Room H-230
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Bible study: Sermon on the Mount by Jen Wilkin. We have enjoyed studies by Jen previously. The study is on Wednesdays from 9:30 to11:30, Sept. 18- Nov. 13 in room H230. Hope to see you there. Invite a friend! Contact Brenda Halferty for more information and to sign up. 520-481-6993 or [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.
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Together Tuesdays: First Tuesday of the month @ 5:30pm in Fellowship Hall
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Our next gathering is Nov 6. 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: Thursday Rehearsals @ 7pm in the Choir Room
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Come and sing with the choir at rehearsals and on Sunday. It's so much fun! For more information contact [email protected]
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We will have cookie time after the church service in our new Welcome Center. If you are donating cookies, please bring them to the table in the back of the room! See you there! For questions contact [email protected] or 520-909-4404
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Oct 6: A-G Oct 13: H-M Oct 20 : N-R Oct 27: S-Z
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Blessing of the Animals: Friday, Oct 4, 4:30 -6 pm on the 1st St lawn
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Bring your pets and join us on the lawn for fun and prizes! We are asking our members to bring animal snacks. And if you or anyone you know would like to be an exhibitor of pet products/services, please call the office M-Th, 10am-3pm at 520.327.4296.
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Catalina Breakfast Forum: First Saturday of the month @ 9am in Fellowship Hall Our speaker for Saturday, Oct. 5 is Lovely Ganthier, Comm. Donor Engagement Mgr, "I am you 360." Breakfast is $4 per person at the door. Please RSVP so we know how much food to prepare! Reply to [email protected] or call 520-327-4296 during office hours.
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Queers & Coffee, Tues, Oct 08, 6pm at Crave Coffee
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Looking for a fun and fresh way to build community? We'll grab the tab on coffee for a casual conversation about life, faith and identity. Whether you have great faith, questioning faith, or none at all, let's connect, share stories, and explore what makes us who we are. Cheers, queers!
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Trunk or Treat: Friday, Oct 18, 5-6:30 PM, West Parking Lot
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We would love to see many car trunks decorated and handing out candy!. Contact Paige at [email protected] if you will participate. There will be a competition for the best decorated trunk, voted on by the Trunk or Treaters! This will be held in the shaded area of the parking lot and is sure to be a blast! We also need allergy safe candy donations. Please no candies with tree nuts or peanuts. There will be a bin for candy donations in the Fellowship Hall.
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CUMC has an active prayer team, Prayer Partners, praying for our attendees, visitors and staff members throughout the year. If you have a special prayer request, please send it directly to CUMC by clicking here.
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Please be in prayer for...
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...Jimmi, husband to Janet Williams, who is experiencing health issues.
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...St. Paul's UMC, Tucson; Vista de la Montana UMC, Oro Valley; Trinity UMC Bisbee
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...An end to war, violence and suffering for all peoples in conflict.
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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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Are You Engaging With Us?
Don't forget to engage with us on Facebook and Instagram! Just search for catalina.united.methodist. And be sure to like our posts as well as respond to them! We're also on Next Door!
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