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“Full Life in the Emptiest of Places” by Lauren Wright Pittman![]()
Inspired by Isaiah 58:9b-12![]()
Words from the Beginning: Do The Good That is Yours To Do by © A Sanctified Art, sanctifiedart.org![]()
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“The community garden shelter provides nourishment for the twelve bees, which in turn provide for the whole ecosystem. When we do the good that is ours to do, our work in discipleship raises up the foundations of many generations. The whole community is uplifted when we lean into God’s will in our life and share that goodness with others.”![]()
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For the full artist statement, see worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/3rd-Sun-of-Advent-Full-Life-in-the-Emptiest-of-Places.pdf![]()
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To learn more about the artist and the other artists from this series, see: worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/About-the-Artists.pdf
“The Good That is Yours” by Lisle Gwynn Garrity![]()
Inspired by Luke 3:7-16![]()
Words from the Beginning: Do The Good That Is Yours To Do by © A Sanctified Art, sanctifiedart.org![]()
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“As John the Baptist preaches about transformation, he receives the same question three times from those gathered by the river: “What, then, shall we do?” His responses are straightforward and practical, but also particular. He tells the crowd to share any excess clothing and food with those who have none. He tells the tax collectors not to use their position of power to launder and steal money. He tells the soldiers not to coerce and threaten, and to be satisfied with their wages. ![]()
In other words, he tells them what not to do, which leads me to assume that those showing up to be baptized are carrying some things they need to atone for. And yet, they have shown up. They have journeyed into the wilderness to be baptized and transformed. They long for a new beginning.”![]()
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For the full artist statement, see worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/3rd-Sun-of-Advent-The-Good-that-is-Yours.pdf![]()
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To learn more about the artist and the other artists from this series, see: worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/About-the-Artists.pdf
The Leadership Board is delighted to announce that Reverend Tad Grover will serve as our interim senior pastor from January 1 through June 30. Tad, a retired United Methodist minister with extensive experience, is also a beloved member of our congregation.![]()
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This unique perspective makes him especially well-suited to lead us during this time of transition as we prepare to welcome our next senior pastor in July. Tad will partner with our staff and lay leaders to provide spiritual care and guidance in the coming months. To learn more about the many gifts Tad brings to us, please read his ministry statement (drive.google.com/file/d/1HyTByZwwCo1aSyw9JkKNUqK-ruqm4W0R/view).![]()
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Please take a moment to offer Tad, Janet, and the entire Grover family your prayers, support, and a warm welcome as Tad steps into this role. We are grateful for his leadership and God’s continued presence on our journey.
Bags of Blessing – April
NewsShopping for your family? Why not expand it and share with this month’s organization in need. March is in support of New Life Community Outreach. Pick up a shopping bag at the church or bring your own filled with some or all of the items needed and bring to the church for the last Sunday […]
Bags of Blessing – March
NewsShopping for your family? Why not expand it and share with this month’s organization in need. March is in support of Worthington Resource Pantry. Pick up a shopping bag at the church or bring your own filled with some or all of the items needed and bring to the church for the last Sunday of the month. Your generosity serves our community. Help fulfill these needs
Lenten Services
NewsIt begins on March 25, Palm Sunday and is a time of reflection on the events preceding Jesus’ death: his triumphant entry into Jerusalem; his betrayal by Judas; his Last Supper with his twelve apostles; his arrest, crucifixion and death; and his burial in a tomb, leading up to Easter.
Gates-Fourth UMC Breakfast
NewsGates Fourth UMC Community Breakfast- Come with us to 119 East Gates Street on the 4th Saturday of the month to support their free community breakfast. All are welcome here–some guests are homeless, some are veterans and some are well off. Each guest is welcomed and provided a name tag so we might begin to […]