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DECEMBER, 2024 VOLUME 73, ISSUE 12
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Click below for Pastor Mike's article...
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MISSIONS UPDATE from Doug Wingert, Chair
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Click Here to read Doug's update on the many outreach programs for our Missions volunteers!
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A REFLECTION FOR DECEMBER by Paul Newhouse, Multicultural Growth Committee Chair
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CUMC DAY SCHOOL SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER - DEC 12
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We are collecting donations for themed gift baskets to be auctioned during the Christmas Program (December 12th) . Choose a basket theme to contribute items or create your own!
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Donation are due to the school by
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December 6th. For questions or to arrangea donation, contact Larissa Joshua at [email protected] or call 520-406-8528.
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Thank you for supporting our school community!
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Women’s Bible Study: We will begin our new study next year on Wednesday, January 8th. It is entitled Abide, a study of John, 2, and 3, by Jen Wilkin. It will run for 10 weeks through March 12. We will meet in Room H230 from 9:30-11:30. We hope to see you there, and bring a friend. RSVP to Brenda Halferty at [email protected] or 520-481-6993/
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Men’s Bible Study: Wednesdays @ 6:45am
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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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ANGEL TREE UPDATE by Judy Wingert
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Click Here to read Judy Wingert's update on this year's Angel Tree with deadlines.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE DAY SCHOOL'S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
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Don't miss this! Thursday, Dec 12 is the Day School's Annual Christmas Program and Silent Auction in the Sanctuary!
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KOINONIA CLASS WELCOMES ALL ADULTS
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Please join us on Sunday mornings at 9am in Room E-23. We are led by Rev. Dr., Kirk
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Reed. On Dec 1: "Homosexuality at the Center;" Dec 08 "The Questions of War;" Dec 15 "Presidential Elections" and "A Worthy Vision for America;" Dec 22 "The Radical Center."
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AZ 3-DAY ACADEMY FOR SPIRITUAL FORMATION APRIL 22-25, 2025
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"Singing the Ear's Song: Lament, Praise, Prayer" is the theme for the 2025 Academy. For more information and to register, click here.
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Mark your calendar for these upcoming events:
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Catalina Breakfast Forum: First Saturday of the month @ 9am in Fellowship Hall
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Our speaker for Saturday, Dec 07 is Rex Scott, Pima County Supervisor, District 1. His topic: “Responsibilities and Challenges.” Breakfast is $4 per person at the door. Please RSVP so we know how much food to prepare! RSVP to [email protected] or call 520-327-4296 during office hours
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Christmas Concert: Sunday, Dec 08 @4pm in the Sanctuary
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It's "Christmas Around the World" with The Sanctuary Choir and guest musicians directed by Mariana Mevans Vidal. Bring your family, friends and colleagues to kick-off the season with this festive concert!
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Family Christmas Eve Service, Tuesday, Dec 24 @ 6pm in the Sanctuary
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Traditional Christmas Candlelight Service, Tuesday, Dec 24 @ 8pm in the Sanctuary
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...Jerry Pelikaan recovering from injuries incurred while involved in an accident riding his scooter.
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...Chaplains & Counselors in the South District, TMM Family Services, The UMC and UM Fellowship
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...An end to war, violence and suffering for all peoples in conflict.
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Want to know more about the United Methodist Church? You'll find it on the website link shown above. Take a look. You'll be surprised!
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Catalina Cares - E-news Weekly
Are you on the email list? If not, click here and fill out the form. We'll add you to the list and you can stay "In the Know!" every Thursday afternoon!
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Monthly Bible Verses
If you would like a copy in print, please contact the office.
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CATALINA LOVES MUSIC
If you love music too, consider joining our Sanctuary Choir which rehearses Thursdays @ 7pm in the Choir Room, or if you can read music, join our bell ringers on Thursdays @ 5:30pm.
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OFFICE HOURS
The office is open Monday-Thursday, 10am to 3pm.
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