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Week of December 29, 2025SERVING NEXT SUNDAY - January 4
HAPPENING THIS WEEK: Thursday, January 1 Sunday, January 4 -------------------------------------------------------- Luke-Acts 2025 Readings for this Week: Acts 28 Reflections:
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AnnouncementsJanuary Sermon Series - As a new year begins, many of us long for greater consistency - in our faith and in daily life. Our January sermon series, "Consistent: Hearts, Habits, and Lives", invites us to allow God’s Word to form how we live, love, and follow Christ each day. Join us as we discover how God’s Word anchors us in a faithful, steady life. “The Chosen” Bible Study - Join us every Sunday at 8:30 am to study along with the series "The Chosen." We will be watching and discussing the series along with reading scripture passages that coincide with the events in each episode. Bring your bible, notebook, writing utensils, and join us. Everyone is welcome. Finishing the Year in Gratitude - As this year draws to a close, we pause to give thanks for your faithful generosity. Every gift has helped our church live out its mission — worshiping God, serving neighbors, and growing disciples. Your giving makes ministry possible, from the lights in the sanctuary to the lives touched in our community. If you find you’ve fallen a bit behind on your giving this year, there’s still time to catch up. A year-end gift, whether large or small, helps your church finish strong and start the new year on a solid footing. Most of all, it’s an act of gratitude — a way of saying “thank you” to God for blessings received. Together, we are the body of Christ, and every offering — every dollar, every prayer, every act of service — strengthens our shared witness. Thank you for your faithfulness! Free Little Pantry – Our Free Little Pantry is available for anyone who may need a little extra help. Please feel free to take what you need, that’s what it’s here for. If you are able, you’re also welcome to give what you can. Donations of non-perishable food, snacks, toiletries, and hygiene items are always appreciated. A suggested list of items is posted on the bulletin board. The UMC - Alter Youth Group has installed the pantry at the entry of the church parking lot. For larger donations, please coordinate with the church office staff. Winter Connection 2026 – Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to join churches from across the region for Winter Connection on January 30-31, 2026. Cost is $40 per participant. This year’s theme is “Functioning Parts” based on Romans 12:4-8. Activities include worship, a mission project with Habitat for Humanity, and a trip to Jump & Slide Adventure Park. See the flyer on the bulletin board for full details and registration information. Help Needed: Winter Connection – We are quickly approaching the DakYouth event "Winter Connection" which will be held at First UMC January 30-31 (629 Kansas St., Rapid City). They are hoping for volunteers that will consider hosting a meal or snack for the group (approx 25-30). Understanding that this can be a larger expense, please don't hesitate to share the cost with another church. If you can help or have any questions, please reach out to Rev. Quaya at pastorquaya.rvumc@gmail.com. Treehouse After School Program – Treehouse meets Tuesdays at 3:30 pm and will resume January 6th. If interested in enrolling your child, please call Lina Raths 605-490-7247. We are looking for volunteers! Please add your name to the sign-up sheet. |
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Interested in volunteering?Sunday Fellowship Hosts - Would you be willing to host a Sunday Fellowship? There is a signup sheet on the kitchen counter... or call the church and we'll add your name to the list. Thank you for considering! Worship Volunteers – If you are interested in joining the team of worship volunteers, please contact the church office or talk to Pastor Jenene. We are always looking for more Greeters, Technology Assistants, and Communion Assistants! If you or someone you know is hospitalized, moves, has become homebound or has moved to a care center, please let the church office know by calling 605-720-5578 so we can include them in our caring ministries. |
