Dear Friends:
Last week at the 207th New York Annual Conference of our denomination at Hofstra University, our Conference adopted a new Conference-wide Vision statement to guide all of our mission and ministry work together: "The New York Annual Conference, through the grace of God, embodies a beloved community of hope, building up a healthy Body of Christ, with the heart-warmed United Methodists in mission for the transformation of the world." In the months ahead, we will explore ways to make this vision a reality in each local church, district and our conference as we continue in our mission to make disciples for Jesus Christ.
As the pastoral appointments are annual and fixed at the Annual Conference, it is my joy to announce that I am appointed to continue with you at Farmingdale United Methodist Church, proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ, building up the body of Christ together in the coming year.
Let us continue in faithfulness to the Lord through the summer months, tending to our spiritual and physical renewal. This Sunday, we will give thanks and honor fathers among us. Bring your family and join us in worship!
With you on the journey
Pastor Julia YH Yim
BREAD FOR THE WORLD: On Sunday, June 18th, during Coffee Hour, our church family will hold its annual "Bread for the World Offering of Letters" written to our members of Congress supporting legislation important to hungry people. You can choose to do a handwritten letter or request a computer-generated one by seeing Lisa or Jeff James or Kathy Bush. "One Spirit. One Will. Zero Poverty".
HEY KIDS: this Sunday we will be doing activities outside, so don't forget to wear comfortable clothes. Hope to see you there!
LOOKING FOR A THOUGHTFUL FATHER'S DAY CARD? How about one from Church World Service that gives Tools and Blankets of Hope to people in need around the world? They are $5 each and are available from Jeff James after this coming Sunday's Father's Day service.
THANK YOU: to everyone who helped make last Sunday's children's service so special. It was inspiring! Jenn Lee
THANK YOU: to everyone who contributed to the children's Lenten project: Heifer International. We raised $1,435 and were able to purchase the following animals: 1 heifer, 1 water buffalo, 1 llama, 2 pigs, 1 trio of rabbits, 3 flocks of chicks, 2 flocks of geese, 1 flock of ducks and 2 bee colonies.
J.C. CAFÈ
@ Farmingdale United Methodist Church
Felllowship Hall is transformed into
a relaxed coffee house setting!
Saturday, June 24th at 7:00pm
Doors open at 7:00pm; music starts at 7:30pm.
Experience the mellow, soothing sounds of Margie Stackman's nightingalesong ministry. Suggested donation is $5.00. Coffee and desserts are on the house. For tickets, see Harry Schwartz at Coffee Hour.
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ATTENTION PARENTS & KIDS: Vacation Bible School has been scheduled for Aug. 7-11 from 6:00-7:30pm and registration has begun. Please see Dave Howell after church for details or call 631- 293-8965.
CONGRATULATIONS: to Annemarie Makosky and Robert Kendrick, recipients of the 2006 Skip Newman Scholarship which was awarded to them last Sunday.
TRUSTEES MEETING: Due to the July 4th holiday, the next Trustees Meeting will be Wednesday, July 5th, 7:30pm in the Library.
SUMMER HOSPITALITY: During the summer, iced tea and cookies will be provided during fellowship hour. If you are able to help, please pick a Sunday to make and serve ice tea in Fellowship Hall after Church. There is a sign-up sheet in the South Transept for the months of July and August. This is a great ministry to the congregation. Please see Denise Andrews or Glory Capoziello if you have any questions.
MESSENGER DEADLINE: The Messenger will recess for the months of July and August. The last issue will be the week of June 25th. The deadline for submission of articles is Monday, June 19th.
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: The Church Office will be open during the months of July and August as follows: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday - 9:00am-1:00pm, Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm; closed Fridays.
IN NEED OF PRAYERS THIS WEEK: Kyli Abbinanti, Emily Brown, John Capoziello, Mabel Greenidge, Bob Greening, Peggy Lopez, Cliff Mackin, Tom Maldonado, Evelyn Occena, Barbara Simpson, the victims of the earthquake in Indonesia and our troops in harm's way.
OUR STEWARDSHIP UPDATE:
Based on 2006 Pledges
- Where We Are (as of June 11th): $79,514.00
- Where We Should Be: $85,155.36
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