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- You can read Pastor Mike's column in our monthly 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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CUMC Recognizes and Celebrates:
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From CUMC’s Multicultural Committee
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Cord Jefferson, who grew up in Tucson and is a Canyon Del Oro High School grad, wrote and directed the Oscar-nominated movie, American Fiction (as reported in the Daily Star). Its five Oscar nods include “Best Adapted Screenplay.” Jefferson, who is 41, worked as a journalist and editor after college, then began writing for TV in 2015, earning a Primetime Emmy in 2019. (Incidentally, the film includes a number of references to Tucson, including local bands of his youth.)
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Mr. Jefferson’s achievements exemplify the theme of this year’s Black History Month, "African Americans and the Arts.” They are but one illustration of the impact that Black individuals have on our history and culture. This month should bring our focus to other such individuals and what their accomplishments should mean to us. More broadly, the month aims to serve as a platform for learning about, reflecting on and celebrating the heritage, accomplishments, and experiences of Black Americans. We hope you will take the time to explore those things.
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The United Nations established February 20th in 2007 as World Day of Social Justice, recognizing the need to promote social justice, which includes efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protections. While primarily focused on governmental and agency roles and activities, it should also remind us of the needs our own communities should be trying to address more locally.
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KOINONIA CLASS FOR ADULTS
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How can spiritual disciplines be more joyful and more helpful as we grow in Christ? Please join us any Sunday for the lively adult class led by Rev. Dr. Kirk Reed, 9:00 am in Room E23.
Upcoming schedule: Feb 04: Service Feb. 11: Confession Feb. 18: Worship Feb. 25: Guidance
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Have you wanted to try Bible Study but thought you didn’t know enough? Or maybe you think you won’t know anyone there. This study is for you! Whether you have attended studies in the past or this is your first time, welcome! We are a diverse, loving group of women of all ages who just want to know more about the Bible and walk deeper in our journey with God. Our next study begins January 10 through February 28. It is Luke, Gut-level Compassion by Lisa Harper. You can purchase the book on Amazon or Christianbook.com. We meet in room H230 every Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:30. Hope to see you there, and bring a friend! For more information, contact Brenda Halferty at 520-481-6993 or [email protected].
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Our weekly Wednesday morning Bible Study meets 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.
SEEKERS ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
We meet at 8:45-9:45am, 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 teachers from the class.
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By popular request, we will CONTINUE our after-church cookie time throughout the year. Here is the alphabet list to bring cookies if you desire to participate. This is voluntary; you don't have to bring cookies each time your last name comes up! If it’s too hot we’ll gather in the narthex. Thanks to the Ad Board and the Finance Committee, we now have cookie time supplies as a budget item for 2024! Thanks to all who have donated cookies and dollars in 2023! See you at cookie time in 2024! Keep donating those cookies!!! They are delicious! For questions contact [email protected] or 520-909-4404
Feb. 05: H- M Feb. 11: N-S Feb 18: T-Z Feb 25: A-G
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AZPM Invite to view GOSPEL: Sunday, Feb. 4th, 4pm, UA ENR2 Bldg., Room 120 AZPM would like to invite you to join us for a free screening event of the upcoming documentary, Gospel. GOSPEL is a new four-part series from PBS hosted by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. that explores the rich history of Black spirituality through sermon and song. This special preview will feature 22 minutes of curated excerpts followed by a panel discussion/Q&A session and an inspiring performance by the choir from the Greater Emmanuel Grace Apostolic Church.This event will be held at the Environment and Natural Resources 2 Building Rm #120 on the University of Arizona campus. Free parking available in the 6th St. garage
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The full 4 hour event airing of Gospel will premiere on AZPM PBS on February 12 & 13.
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Together Tuesdays: Feb 6th, 5:30-6:30, Fellowship Hall Join us for a child centered worship titled Jonah and the Whale.
Catalina Breakfast Club, Feb. 10th, 9-10am, Fellowship Hall Our next breakfast speaker will be motivational speaker Jessica Cox--the first armless pilot. For more info about her click here.. You won't want to miss this inspirational talk! The best $4 breakfast in Tucson. Please RSVP to church office at 520-327-4296.
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CUMC has an active prayer chain called Prayer Partners. They are always in prayer for all church members. 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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...Glenna Lynham wo is in poor health and would like visitors. For contact information, call Judy Gillies at 520-237-9435.
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......Marvin Blough is now in Brookdale West Tucson, 2650 W Ina Rd, Room 801and would love your prayers and visitors! He would also like phone calls at 520-482-7899.
...the family and friends of Carolyn Kobe who passed away on January 18.
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...Jerry Parker.
...Bob Kuhn in the hospital at Banner University. Visitors appreciated! Room 3346
... Howard Steele and family mourning the loss of his wife Marilyn. To view her obit click here.
...Catalina UMC as we begin the process to bring about change and growth in our ministry.
...South District churches: Catalina UMC; San Pedro Valley UMC, Benson; Desert Skies UMC, Tucson.
...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_methodist_church. And be sure to like our posts as well as respond to them!
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