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Week of March 23, 2026SERVING NEXT SUNDAY - March 29
HAPPENING THIS WEEK: Monday, March 23 Tuesday, March 24 Wednesday, March 25 Thursday, March 26 Saturday, March 28 Sunday, March 29 - Palm Sunday |
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AnnouncementsAre We There Yet? Lessons for the Journey - Daily Scripture Readings - Use these scripture readings for your daily devotions from Ash Wednesday (Feb 18) to the week after Easter (Apr 5). The readings will relate to the message each Sunday. A small group guide is also available for those who want to go deeper. Week 5- 3/22: Elizabeth Fellowship Group – Looking for a mid-week moment to pause and connect? The Elizabeth Fellowship Group welcomes all women to join them Tuesday, March 24th at 7:00 pm. Come enjoy heartfelt conversation, supportive community, and a relaxed evening of fellowship. Esther Fellowship Group – Start your morning with connection and encouragement. The Esther Fellowship Group invites all women to gather this Thursday, March 26th at 9:00 am. Come enjoy uplifting conversation, laughter, and meaningful time together. Spring Bazaar – You’re invited to the Spring Bazaar, hosted by the United Women in Faith, on March 28th from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm! Enjoy browsing delicious homemade baked good and food items, bid on great finds in the silent auction, and Easter and spring crafts. Coffee & Rolls - 8 am to 11 am. Luncheon $12 - 11 am to 1 pm: Pulled pork, potato chips, coleslaw, pie and a beverage OR Sloppy Joe, potato chips, salad, pie and a beverage. Come shop, eat, and enjoy a wonderful morning of fellowship. Journey Through Holy Week – Holy Week invites us to walk together through the final days of Jesus, leading us from Palm Sunday to the cross and ultimately to the joy of Easter morning. As a church family, we gather throughout the week to remember Christ’s love and sacrifice and to prepare our hearts for Easter. We hope you will join us as you are able during this sacred week.
Easter Sunday Egg Hunt – After worship on Easter Sunday, children are invited to gather for an Easter Egg Hunt! Eggs have been a symbol of new life, making them a wonderful reminder of the new life and hope we celebrate through the resurrection of Jesus. We hope all children will join in the joyful Easter Tradition. Easter Cantata Concert - The Sturgis-Area Choir will present an Easter Cantata on Palm Sunday, March 29th and Tuesday, March 31st at 7:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Sturgis. “Upon This Rock” looks at the Easter story through the eyes of Peter. Please join the choir as they bring the good news of Easter to our community. Thanks to the Sturgis Area Arts Council for sponsoring this concert. Food, Fundraising, and Community Impact - Mark your calendars for a wonderful opportunity to support a meaningful cause in our community:
“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. Youth Group – All Middle (6-8th) and High School (9-12th) students are welcome to join on Wednesdays at 5:30 pm. Bring a friend and come hang out, have fun, and grow together! Connection Cards – We’d love to connect with you! Please take a moment to fill out a Connection Card in the lobby, and once completed, place it in the basket. As a thank you, please feel free to choose one of the books provided. 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. Treehouse After School Program – Treehouse meets Tuesdays at 3:30 pm. If interested in enrolling your child, please call Lina Raths 605-490-7247. If you would like to volunteer, please add your name to the sign-up sheet. Breeze Member Access – You should have received a couple emails from the “Church Office” introducing Breeze, our church membership system. Please keep an eye on your inbox – and check your spam folder just in case. If you have any questions or haven’t received any emails, feel free to reach out to the church office - 605-720-5578. Newsletters – We are currently experiencing issues with our emailed newsletters being delivered to some inboxes. We are working with the provider on finding a solution. While this gets sorted out, you can view the newsletters anytime by accessing the ‘About’ tab on our website (www.sturgisumc.org). Thank you for your patience and understanding. Want to Promote and Event or Ministry? – Do you have something you’d like to share with the church family? Whether it’s an upcoming event, ministry opportunity, fundraisers, or special announcement, we’d love to help spread the word in our monthly newsletter! To ensure your information is included, please submit all newsletter items by the 25th of each month. This allows us time to prepare and publish the upcoming issue. You can send your details to the church office at sturgisumc@hotmail.com. Please include dates, times, locations, and contact information. Thank you for helping keep everyone connected! Help Us Care for Our Church Family If you or someone you know has been hospitalized, moved, become homebound, or transitioned to a care center, please let us know. Staying connected helps us extend prayers, visits, and support during important life changes. You can contact the church office at 605-720-5578 so we can include them in our caring ministries. Thank you for helping us look after one another with love and compassion. |
