Our annual Angel Wreath was hung in the Sanctuary on November 24. All the angels were taken, even though we only had a week to help a needy family from our area. We provided a complete Christmas, including clothing and toys plus gift cards for food, for one family with two boys, ages 5 and…
The Guiding Lights thank you for your purchases of Poinsettias to decorate the Sanctuary for Christmas. Money must be in by December 8. Give to the Lord the glory due his name! Bring gifts! Enter his courtyards! Psalm 96:8 Poinsettias will decorate the sanctuary on Christmas Eve to celebrate the birth of Jesus. They may…
Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise. Be thankful unto him and bless his name. –Psalm 100:4 The Methodist churches of West Deptford, National Park and Westville joined together on Sunday, November 24 for our Community Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service. The service was at First United Methodist Church of National…
Our annual Church Conference had a great turnout on November 18, with thirty members and friends present. The potluck supper was fantastic, with so much food you couldn’t fit it all on one plate! There were many desserts, as well. Thanks to everyone that brought delicious dishes! The Church Conference was led by District Superintendent…
The Fall Spectacular Flute Concert by the Gloucester County Flute Ensemble was a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon in November! From classics to modern music, the ensemble entertained us and amazed us. What a wonderful, talented group of musicians! They played a nice selection of music, showcasing the flutes and piccolos. They also…
Our After-Church Socials will begin again on Rally Day, September 8th. The Sunday School will take care of the first week, but we need volunteers to bring snacks and help with setup and cleanup starting September 15. There will be a sheet passed around in church, so please sign up! OR SIGN UP ONLINE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CA8AF23A7FF2-50839147-fellowship…
Thanks so much to everyone for our annual Sunday School Bazaar & Yard Sale, which took place on Saturday, November 2. We did some great business and earned money for our Sunday School program. Items for sale included holiday decorations, handmade crafts, jewelry, boutique, baked goods, deli items, and yard sale/white elephants. Breakfast and lunch…
Thanks so much to everyone that supported us in our Fall Chicken BBQ Dinner! It was on Sunday, October 27. We are happy to report that it was a sellout! The money earned from this effort will help our church finances! Special thanks to chair Sharon Rutter, publicity & online sales coordinator Denise Hosier, and…
What a fantastic time the children had at our Pumpkin Party on Friday, October 25. The costumes were awesome, and the kids enjoyed fun games, hot dogs, and dinner! Thanks to everyone that donated snacks and other items. Special thanks to Mary Ann Jones, who organized the party and did all the work! Without here,…
Many thanks to everyone that helped out at West Deptford Family Fun Day on Sept 21. Volunteers both young and old were welcome. Special thanks to Jim Verfaillie, who organized the day and our booth. Thanks to the Ski family for being there and handing out information on Sunday School, and thanks to PD, who…