SUMMER STUDY:
What something fun to do this summer and also learn more about Jesus?
CHOSEN SEASON 1
The Chosen is a groundbreaking historical television drama based on the life of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who knew him. Set against the backdrop of Roman oppression in first-century Israel, the seven-season show shares an authentic and intimate look at Jesus’ revolutionary life and teachings. With over 200 million viewers, The Chosen is one of the most watched shows in the world!
Please join us Tuesdays from 6 – 7:30 pm, we will have dinner, viewing the Chosen Season 1 (outside on the patio, weather permitting), prayer and discussion. Starting June 4 – July 23.
PEACE WITH JUSTICE SUNDAY:
Peace with Justice Sunday celebration is May 26, 2024. This offering is collected the first Sunday after Pentecost and it supports peace with justice ministries through the General Board of Church and Society and the annual conferences. Envelopes are available by the treasure chest.
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED:
The church office will be closed on Friday, May 24th for a vacation day for Sara, and Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day. Please call Pastor Don with any Pastoral concerns.
STAFF VACATIONS:
Pastor Don will be out of the country from May 30-June 11th and Ken Linden will be preaching on June 2nd and Rev. Laurie Bruce will preach on June 9th and we will have communion on that day. Susan will be off on June 2nd and her music will be pre-recorded for that Sunday. Sara will be on vacation the week of June 10-14th and the office will be closed that week. Messages will be checked daily and for any pastoral emergencies during that time, please call Rev. Barbara Davis at 440-774-1660.
THE ROCKPORT MEN’S GROUP
will meet on Thursday, June 13th at 6:30 pm for a potluck cookout. There will be a great meal and time for fellowship. Hot dogs, sausage, and hamburgers will be provided. Bring a side dish or a dessert. Come and enjoy this special time together!
SPAGHETTI DINNER RECAP:
Many thanks to our diners, servers, bakers, and kitchen crew! Our May 18, 2024 spaghetti dinner served about 100 eat in meals, 55 take-out meals and sold 46 quarts of sauce and meatballs. WE STILL HAVE QUARTS FOR SALE; STOP DURING OFFICE HOURS OR AFTER CHURCH ON SUNDAYS TO PURCHASE. Once we sell all the quarts, we will have raised approximately $2,000, after expenses, in support of the Nehemiah Mission. Thanks everyone for another successful spaghetti dinner!
BOOK CLUB:
Remarkably Bright Creatures, by Shelby Van Pelt is “a book revolving around a mischievous giant pacific octopus in a small town aquarium, attended by a lovely old lady who cleans it. The two unlikely friends navigate their individual isolated lives, as both deal with heartbreak and other tensions that everyone is familiar with”. We will discuss this book on Monday, June 17th @ 7:00pm on the church patio (weather permitting). Hope to see everyone on June 17th for food, fun, fellowship and discussion.
ROCKPORT MUSIC MINISTRY:
Choir will be on break after May 5th and during the summer and will return after Labor Day. There are special music opportunities for anyone for Summer 10:00am Sunday worship services. Please sign-up on the bulletin board for any Sunday this summer to do special music. Contact Susan Shick, Music Director/Organist cell,440-364-9672, or the church, 440-331-9433 with any questions.
OUTDOOR WORSHIP BEGINS MAY 26TH:
Rockport is blessed to have a beautiful hidden gem, our outdoor sanctuary. Thank you, Renovators, for fixing pews, power washing the concrete, and staining the pews, along with many church members who helped finish the staining. Our outdoor sanctuary is ready for services beginning May 26th through Sept. 15th, at 10am and please dress accordingly. In the event of rain, we will move indoors to our air-conditioned sanctuary. EMS remains at 8:30am in our indoor chapel.
GRADUATES!
If you have a graduate from high school, college, or trade school, please let us know! We will be recognizing all graduates at our Youth Sunday Worship on July 28th, as the Youth conduct the service.
BOTTLE CAPS!
The Youth Group are collecting bottle caps for a mission project. The plastic kind from 2 liter and 16/20/24 oz bottles. The Youth Group will explain it all soon! There will be a container on the Christian Ed table to dump your caps in! Thank you!
CHAT AND CHEW ADULT DISCUSSION GROUP!
Come and join us at 12 noon, bring your lunch and enjoy your food AND a great discussion! We will explore various topics in the church and Bible.
SUMMER DATES:
June 17th-break, no chat and chew
July 15th
August 19th
Volunteers needed for community VBS!!! Please see Kira!
Community VBS offered by Rocky River Presbyterian Church, St. Christopher Church, and Rockport UMC!
Presenting Gone Fishin’!
Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2024, at RRPC
More info available!
COFFEE HOUR:
Please consider hosting coffee hour and sign-up on the bulletin board. Fellowship is so important to the life of the church and why not have a little snack at the same time!
GOOGLE DRIVE REMINDER:
April 2024 Church financials can be found here.
Go to the Rockport All Church Information folder, Financial Reports folder, 2024 Financials folder, or get a hard copy in the church office.
REMINDER:
Office hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00 - 2:00pm and Fridays from 8:00 - 1:00pm.
Rev. Don's office hours are Tuesday and Thursdays from 11:00 - 1:00pm
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