Welcome to Epworth United Methodist Church
We are an active community of faith striving to make a difference in people’s lives in the name of Jesus Christ to the glory of God.
Join us Sunday mornings
at 10 am for worship.
Also available online:
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SUNDAY WORSHIP BULLETIN
Summer Office Hours
Beginning the week of June 21st, Tina’s office hours will change for the summer. She will be available Tuesday through Thursday, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Pastor Rachel’s office hours will remain the same, Tuesday through Thursday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am and by appointment.
Pastor Rachel's New Office Hours
Beginning in September, Pastor Rachel will have new office hours. She will be in the office on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9:30AM to 11:30AM. She is also available by appointment. Her weekly Sabbath day will now be on Wednesdays.
School Supply Drive
For the month of August, we will be collecting supplies for the Delaware Avenue School, which serves preschool students in Palmyra. We are focusing our collection on the following items:
- Disinfectant Wipes
- Facial Tissues
- Hand Sanitizer
- Baby Wipes
- Paper Towels
- Gallon-size zipper storage bags
- Sandwich-size zipper storage bags
- Disinfectant Spray
Donations can be left in the marked bin outside of the church office.
Men's Group Day of Service
The Men’s Group Day of Service has been rescheduled. They are now gathering on Sunday, September 6 after worship, to do repairs around the church. This is a great way to both serve Epworth and connect with other men in the church!
Worship and a Picnic
On September 13th you are invited to join us for our annual Fall worship and a picnic. We will begin with a worship service at 10am in the sanctuary. Afterwards, we will move across the street to the parsonage for a cookout and picnic. If you have been away for a while this is a great opportunity to come back and have some time to greet one another and catch up. Hot Dogs, hamburgers and beverages will be available. Side dishes and snacks are welcomed. A sign-up sheet will be posted in the narthex. Please plan to bring a lawn chair.
Financial Peace University
When debt isn’t holding you back, nothing can stop you from living the life of your dreams (yeah, that one you’re thinking about right now). And here’s the good news: You can get there. You just need a plan that works. That’s what you’ll get with Financial Peace University. FPU is a nine-week class that teaches you step by step how to pay off debt fast and build wealth for your future.
A stuffy financial class? Not here. FPU is full of energy, easy-to-understand lessons, and real-life examples of people just like you who have taken control of their money. And the best part? You’ll experience the class with a group of people who will encourage you and hold you accountable every step of the way. That’s what makes FPU so life-changing. In fact, the average FPU graduate is debt-free in two years or less!
With a mix of videos, discussions, and workbook, FPU will help you take control of your money, attach debt with a vengeance, save for emergencies, invest wisely, build wealth, and give generously (the best part of all!)
Dates: Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:30pm
Location: Epworth UMC 501 Morgan Ave. Palmyra, NJ in the Gathering Place
Materials Fee: $80 (Successful completion will be refunded 50% of your materials fee!!)
Materials include FPU online, Every Dollar +, Ramsey E-Books/Audio Books, Smart Tax, and more!
REGISTER FORM: https://tinyurl.com/Epworth-FPU
Wednesday Night Discussion Group
Will resume in September.
Book Club
August’s book club selection is “Don’t Go” by Lisa Scottoline. Copies of the book are available to borrow for free. We will meet on Friday, September 11 at 1 pm in the library for discussion. Everyone is welcome to join us. For more information about the book club, please contact Tina in the church office at epworth.palmyra@yahoo.com.
Thrivent Workshop: "Aging Loved Ones"
Please note the change of date and time.
Saturday, October 10 – As those we hold dear age, knowing how to have the heart-to-heart with them about the realities of what’s ahead make many of us uneasy. In this workshop, we will walk through steps on how to have this conversation, what it should cover, and how to help those we love age with dignity and grace. Lunch will be at 12:00PM and the program starts at 12:30PM.
This workshop is open to the community. Please call (856-829-1908) or email (epworth.palmyra@yahoo.com) the church office to RSVP. There will also be a sign up sheet in the narthex.
Upcoming Event
The Outreach Committee along with Planned Giving are excited to host the Cost of Poverty Experience (COPE) on Saturday, September 26. The Experience is a 2.5 hour simulation that explores the lived experience of poverty firsthand through the eyes of real families. Registration is now open. Space is limited to 40 people so don’t wait to sign up.
We are still in need of a few volunteers. If you are able to help out, please see Pastor Rachel or Tina or sign up in the narthex.
Are You Interested in Playing Bells?
Our bell choir musical director, Amy Chaplin, will be holding introductory sessions throughout the summer for anyone who would like to find out more. Please see her or email amy@fortheloveofbells.com.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated plastic ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26-40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court, and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis.
Epworth has set up a pickleball court in the gym for playing. You are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 7 pm. Contact Joe Garemore for more information.
Scrabble Group
We gather to play Scrabble on the 4th Thursday of every month from 1 pm – 3 pm in the library. For more information, please contact Deb Cheeseman (deblittlebear@aol.com) or the church office. Everyone is invited and all levels of experience are welcome.
Pinochle Club
The Pinochle Club has decided to expand to two times per month, the first and third Saturday of each month with the start time returning to 1 pm. The first Saturday will feature “card exchange” pinochle while the third Saturday will remain regular pinochle. The club welcomes new members of any skill level. Come join us in the Library! For more information, please contact Debbie Cheeseman.
Mah Jong
Did you know that Epworth has a Mah Jong group? They meet every Monday at 12:30 pm and are always looking for new people to join them. Everyone is welcome. Don’t know how to play? No problem. They will be happy to teach you. For more information, please contact Debbie Cheeseman.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is happy to take requests for shawls. If you know of someone in need of a prayer shawl for comfort, health concerns, bereavement, celebration or praise, please reach out to any member on the Prayer Shawl Ministry or email Liz Rosvold.
Epworth's New Social Media Pages
We have decided to change from a profile to a business page on Facebook. Please go give our new Church Page a Like and even a review! Our goal is 100 Likes! For the time being, we’ll still be streaming the Sunday services on the profile page as we work to get the business page more active.
Did you know Epworth in on Instagram? Check out our page and give us a follow.
Interested in Joining the Church?
Church membership can be a great way to grow your commitment to the life of the church and expand your ways of getting involved! Pastor Rachel is currently collecting names of those interested in becoming professing members of Epworth and will be having New Membership classes. Please contact the Church office if interested.
DONATIONS
Bread of Life Food Pantry accepts donations Wednesday afternoons from 1 ~ 3pm and Thursday evenings 7 ~ 8pm. Food is distributed on the third Saturday of the month, 9am ~ 1pm
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Contact and Location Info
UPCOMING EVENTS and MEETINGS
Sunday Worship ~ 10am in-person and online
Children and Youth Sunday School ~ Sunday , 10am
Mah Jong ~ Monday, 12:30 in the Library
Pickle Ball ~ Tuesday at 7pm in the gym
Wednesday Discussion Group ~ 7pm via Zoom
Food Pantry ~ Third Saturday from 9am -1pm
Pinochle ~ First & Third Saturday, 1pm in the Library
(Contact Church Office for Zoom Links)
Epworth United Methodist Church
501 Morgan Avenue
Palmyra, New Jersey 08065
856-829-1908
epworth.palmyra@yahoo.com