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Church Family Meeting (1/26/25)

Church Family Meeting: “On Mission” for Christ As we step into 2025, our church family is excited to embark on a year of intentional ministry guided by our new theme: On Mission. This theme reflects our commitment to living purposefully for Christ, sharing the Gospel, and being His light in the world.  Here are the highlights from our recent church family meeting, outlining the initiatives and pastoral emphasis for the year ahead.   --- 2025 Key Ministry Initiatives Church Theme: On Mission This year, we challenge ourselves to embrace a lifestyle that is fully devoted to Christ’s mission. Whether at home, work, or within our communities, we will focus on sharing the Gospel and shining God’s light through our actions, words, and relationships.   Transition from the Sign Team to a Deaf Ministry In 2025, we will start transitioning from our Sign Team to a fully developed Deaf Ministry. This will allow us to deepen our impact and better serve the Deaf and Hard of H...

Corral's Red Carpet Sneaker Ball, Church Family Meeting (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/26)

  Join Us for the Corral’s Red Carpet Sneaker Ball! We’re thrilled to announce an exciting event for the young ladies of Corral Riding—our Red Carpet Sneaker Ball on Thursday, February 22nd ! This special evening promises to be a night filled with fun, community, and inspiration as we bless and empower these amazing young women.    Volunteers Needed!   To make this event a success, we’re calling on our church family and community for support. If you’re 18 or older, we’d love your help in the following areas:  Event Setup: Assist with decorating, arranging seating, and preparing the church.  Event Breakdown: Help us clean up and restore the church after the event.  Men Only Roles: We’re specifically seeking men to serve as ushers and food servers during the event.  Your time and effort will make a huge difference in creating a memorable experience for the girls. If you’re interested, please sign up or contact the church office.   ---...

EQUIP Conference, MLK Walk for Hope, Church Family Meeting (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/19)

 EQUIP Conference: Registration Now Open! Mark your calendars for March 14-15 and join us for this year’s EQUIP Conference! The theme is COMMITMENT —a vital aspect of our walk with God and our relationships. We’ll explore commitment in various areas, including:  Our relationship with God  Marriage and singleness  The workplace  Life’s trials  This conference is open to everyone, so help us spread the word and invite your friends and family.  ---  MLK Dreamfest: Let’s Celebrate and Serve Together The Town of Cary’s MLK Dreamfest is in full swing, and we’re excited to participate in these meaningful events:  Tonight:  Join the Community Meal and Interactive Learning Experience: Explore the Racial Gap at First Cary UMC . It’s an opportunity to learn, share, and foster understanding in our community.  Tomorrow:  Be part of the 5K Walk for Hope , hosted by Mt. Zion at 10 AM. This annual walk supports local charities, and this yea...

Baby Announcement, MLK Dreamfest, Prayers for California (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/12)

A Joyful Announcement: Welcome Baby Eliana! We are thrilled to celebrate the birth of Eliana Corena Thompson , daughter of Lachonya and Robert Thompson. Eliana arrived on December 21st , weighing 6 lbs 2 oz and measuring 19.25 inches long.  Her beautiful name, Eliana, has a special meaning in Hebrew: “God has answered.” This precious little one is indeed an answer to countless prayers. Congratulations to the proud parents! ---  EQUIP Conference 2025: A Call to Commitment This year’s EQUIP Conference will inspire us to deepen our COMMITMENT in every area of life: God, Family, Church, Work/School, and Trials . Mark your calendars for:  March 14th (7 PM–9 PM)  March 15th (9 AM–12:30 PM)  This conference is for everyone ! Registration opens on January 19th , so don’t miss the chance to be part of this transformative event.  ---  MLK Dreamfest: Honoring the Dream Together We are excited to participate in the Town of Cary’s MLK Dreamfest ! Join us in r...

Everyday Gospel Reading Plan, January Celebrations, MLK Dreamfest (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/5)

Welcome to the first blog post of 2025!  We are excited to share updates, announcements, and celebrations happening in our church family this January. Read on for highlights of God’s blessings, upcoming events, and ways you can live “On Mission” this year --  Baby Announcement We rejoice with Bernard and Danelle Clark on the birth of their precious daughter, Erielle Lela Clark ! Little Erielle was born on January 2nd , weighing 6 lbs, 3 oz . This sweet baby is truly an answer to many prayers, and we celebrate with the Clark family as they begin this beautiful new chapter. 💕  --- 2025 Church Theme: “On Mission” This year, our church theme is “On Mission” . Together, we are called to live intentionally, sharing the Gospel of Jesus and reflecting His light wherever we go.  Live life on mission.  Work on mission.  Go to school on mission.  Even vacation on mission.  You don’t need a special title to live out the Great Commission. Let’s embrac...