Church Council meeting went splendidly. The church is in such a healthy place spiritually and I’m so proud to serve here. What I’m excited to report is that the Church Council believes our priority mission is to serve the children of Cheatham County. As we dream big dreams for our little community, think of how you might be called to serve in this important mission of our church.

Read Pastor Steve’s Sermon
Yesterday I preached on removing the barriers that keep us from loving one another. Read it here.

Children’s Ministry Volunteers Needed!
At the request of our children’s ministry team, we have split the nursery time into 2 one-hour slots. Please consider signing up to serve! Click here to view our sign up form. Our vision is to provide as much welcome and hospitality as we can muster on Sunday mornings to our visitors, this is a wonderful way to serve visiting families looking for some sanctuary and rest on a Sunday morning.

Easter Egg Hunt
Our Easter Egg Hunt will be March 30th at 9am. Please consider donating candy. Bring unopened bags of Easter Candy to the narthex on Sunday morning during Lent, we will have a collection bin set up.

Fundraisers Are Coming
As you may or may not know, at our current giving levels we are currently running at a budget deficit and are projected to have a $20,000-$30,000 shortfall by the end of the year. With that said, it is time to start thinking about fundraising.

We have two planned for the Spring. On April 27th, we will be hosting a Church Yard Sale. Please see Dawn Brading for more information! On May 18th we will hold a Silent Auction in the Fellowship Hall. Please see Trina Chance for more information.

This Week
Today (1:30pm): Fuel Setup in the Fellowship Hall
Tuesday (9am-12pm): Prayer Shawls
Wednesday (5:30pm-7:30pm): Journey to Transformation Small Groups
Thursday (9:30am-11:00am): Lenten Bible Study with Pastor Steve

Save the Dates
March 14th – 55 & Alive and BUNCO
April 27th – Church Yard Sale
May 18th – PVUMC Silent Auction

Holy Week
March 24th – Palm Sunday (10am)
March 28th – Maundy Thursday Service (6pm)
March 29th – Good Friday Service (Noon) & Stations of the Cross with our Baptist neighbors (6pm)
March 30th – Easter Egg Hunt (9am)
March 30th – Easter Vigil Service (6pm)
March 31st – Easter Sunday (Sunrise Service at 7am, Easter Worship at 10am)

Yesterday was a wonderful day here at PVUMC. Charlie McCoy and the Easley 3 led worship while Brenda was away on vacation. Also, Amanda and Beth led a wonderful Kid’s Club in the evening; special thanks to Maria for providing supper. Wonderful things are happening all around at our church right now and I’m so thankful for all the ways the community is finding meaningful ways to get involved and serve!

Children’s Ministry
We always could use a hand in our nursery and children’s ministry. Click here to view our sign up form. Our vision is to provide as much welcome and hospitality as we can muster on Sunday mornings to our visitors, this is a wonderful way to serve visiting families looking for some sanctuary and rest on a Sunday morning.

Also, our Easter Egg Hunt will be March 30th. Please consider donating candy. Bring unopened bags of Easter Candy to the narthex on Sunday morning during Lent, we will have a collection bin set up.

Read Pastor Steve’s Sermon
Yesterday I preached on the cross offering you a choice in our suffering. Read Pastor Steve’s Sermon here.

Wednesday: Journey to Freedom Continues (5:30 – 7:30pm)
There is still time to join the Journey! If you missed our first gathering last week, please let me know

Thursday: Bible Study with Pastor Steve (9:30 – 11:00am)
During Lent, Pastor Steve will be leading the Thursday morning bible study. All are welcome. The topic will be on Jesus’ last week. From the Triumphal Entry to the Cross to the Tomb. Come and see. Starts at 9:30am.

Save the Dates
February 21st – April 24th – Journey to Freedom Small Groups (5:30 – 7:30pm)
February 22nd – Lenten Bible Study with Pastor Steve (9:30 – 11:00am)
March 14th – 55 & Alive and BUNCO

Holy Week
March 24th – Palm Sunday (10am)
March 28th – Maundy Thursday Service (6pm)
March 29th – Good Friday Service (Noon) & Stations of the Cross with our Baptist neighbors (6pm)
March 30th – Easter Egg Hunt (time TBA)
March 30th – Easter Vigil Service (6pm)
March 31st – Easter Sunday (Sunrise Service at 7am, Easter Worship at 10am)

Read Pastor Steve’s Sermon
Yesterday I preached on Jesus proclaiming the nearness of the Kingdom of God. I hope it fills you full of hope and peace. Read Pastor Steve’s Sermon here.

Wednesday: Journey to Freedom Returns (5:30 – 7:30pm)
Starting in Lent we will be offering Journey to Freedom small groups on Wednesday Nights. There will be two offerings: Journey to Freedom (with Me and Jenny Barnes) & Journey to Transformation (with Scott Reall and Heather Lefebvre). For those who went through Journey to Freedom last fall and would like to go deeper in their recovery, Journey to Transformation is a tremendous opportunity to work on your spiritual health with the author of the book and a licensed marriage and family therapist. Groups will run February 21 – April 10th (5:30 – 7:30) and are open to the public (spread the word). Registration has begun! To register, email me and simply tell me which group you’d like to be in: steven.lefebvre@twkumc.org. Registration is just $20 and includes the book.

Thursday: Bible Study with Pastor Steve (9:30 – 11:00am)
During Lent, Pastor Steve will be leading the Thursday morning bible study. All are welcome. The topic will be on walking with Jesus in his last week. From the Triumphal Entry to the Cross to the Tomb. Come and see. Starts at 9:30am.

Thursday: BUNCO (6:00pm)
Roll the dice and enjoy snacks and fellowship. Bring something yummy to share! Meets in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday: Kids Club (5:00 – 6:30pm)
Join Ms. Amanda and friends as they learn to love like Jesus. We will gather in the Fellowship Hall for Supper then breakout for games and an interactive bible study. All children ages 3-10 are welcome and parents are welcome to drop off or hang out in the Fellowship Hall with Pastor Steve for dessert.

Save the Dates
February 21st – April 24th – Journey to Freedom Small Groups (5:30 – 7:30pm)
February 22nd – Lenten Bible Study with Pastor Steve (9:30 – 11:00am)
February 22nd – BUNCO (6pm)
February 25th – Kids Club (5:00 – 6:30pm)

Holy Week
March 24th – Palm Sunday (10am)
March 28th – Maundy Thursday Service (6pm)
March 29th – Good Friday Service (Noon) & Stations of the Cross with our Baptist neighbors (time TBA)
March 30th – Easter Egg Hunt (time TBA)
March 30th – Easter Vigil Service (6pm)
March 31st – Easter Sunday (Sunrise Service at 7am, Easter Worship at 10am)