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Here is an easy way to shop for coffee, tea, and other snacks while you help support several worthy causes. Orders may be placed by the 16th of May for delivery on the second Sunday of the June by submitting your order with payment to the church office. The Equal Exchange Fair Trade products are excellent quality goods that are produced by small farmer co-operatives all over the world. These farmers use sustainable methods that are environmentally friendly. Besides helping these farmers, the minimal profits that the UMW makes will go to support missions here in Cleveland and around the world.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Organic Colombian Coffee Added to Equal Exchange Products from University Circle United Methodist Women
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Next Week (May 2): NOOMA Flame... Could love be the most misunderstood and misused word in our vocabulary?
Young Adult NOOMA Study
10:00 am, the Youth Room at the top of the stairs next to the sanctuary.
Follow the blue signs and join us!
Flame | 002 Rob Bell
I love those shoes. Really? The same way I love my wife? What’s up with the word “love”? It doesn’t have much meaning when we use it so loosely. Maybe we don’t really get it. Maybe we don’t understand what real love is. What it involves to really love somebody. What it means to give yourself to someone else. We mistake things like friendship, commitment, or lust for love, but God wired us a certain way to experience all that love was really meant to be. Not to hold us back or to make us miss out on the best that life has to offer. God created love, and wants us to feel it all in the way it’s meant to be felt.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Friday, April 23, 2010
Two Sup 'N' Study Events with Dr. Chalker in May at University Circle United Methodist Church
Wednesdays in May – 5th and 12th
dinner at 5:30, class from 6-7:30pm
dinner at 5:30, class from 6-7:30pm
RESERVATIONS ARE NEEDED!
May 5 Class: Wesley, Beer, Wine & Sophie!
Learn what United Methodists should really know about the man credited, along with his brother Charles Wesley,
with founding the English Methodist movement.
May 12 Class: Does Methodism Have A Southern Accent?
Continuing with our education about what Methodists really believe, this light-hearted, but substantive class, will explore our Methodist heritage, the guidelines of our faith, and the aspects of our doctrine on which we agree...and disagree.
(Although these classes will be insightful and meaningful for all, those persons considering becoming "official" members of our growing family of faith are strongly encouraged to attend – especially the class on May 12th where many of your questions about Methodist beliefs and practices will be answered.)
We promise you'll be engaged, entertained and educated!
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Items for Donation/Sale This Saturday, April 24 at University Circle United Methodist Church, East 107th & Chester Ave., Cleveland, OH
For Sale! The University Circle United Methodist Church gym and some of the upstairs classrooms will be open for a Congregation and Friends Sale this Saturday, April 24 from 9am-noon. Examples of items available: artwork, prints, chairs, tables, office accessories, Christian decorative items and toys (see above photo).
You may offer a donation. There may be some items with an assigned value; however, our primary mission is to empty these areas of the building. You must remove anything which interests you. If you have any questions, please contact Heather Howard in the church office at 216-421-1200 or hhowardATchurchinthecircle.com or Chuck Huene, Property Manager at chueneATchurchinthecircle.com.
Next Week (April 25): NOOMA Corner... Why do we so often feel empty even when we get what we want?
Young Adult NOOMA Study
10:00 am, the Youth Room at the top of the stairs next to the sanctuary.
Follow the blue signs!
10:00 am, the Youth Room at the top of the stairs next to the sanctuary.
Follow the blue signs!
Why is it that often when we get what we want, we still feel empty? We work so hard to succeed, but our lives just end up becoming more about us. Can success turn on us? Can we get caught up in a smaller world where our lives are all about the things that we want? Or is there another way to live? Where life is about more than just us. Where we see people in need and we do something about it. Where our world is expanding because we are sharing our success. And maybe in attempting to save someone else from their suffering, we find out that we are actually the ones being saved.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
University Circle United Methodist Church April-May 2010 Calendar
4/18: The Circle Worship, 9:15-9:45, Chapel “Breaking Down the Doors!”
MENS Group speaker, 9:30 in Great Hall
Singing Children rehearse at 9:30 and sing in worship
Young Adult NOOMA Study, 10am, Youth Room
Liturgical Dance rehearsal, 10:15 youth, 12:30 adults and youth
UMW Salad & Dessert Potluck after worship, Great Hall
4/21 RESCHEDULED for Sundays at 10am: Gospel Choir rehearsal
4/22 Chancel Ringers rehearsal, Parlor, 6-7:15pm
4/22 Chancel Choir rehearsal, Parlor, 7-8:45pm
4/25 QUAD Field Trip, Big Swing
4/25 The Circle Worship, 9:15-9:45, Chapel “Do You Love Me? Feed My Lambs”
4/25 Gospel Choir Rehearsal, 10am, Chapel
4/25 Young Adult NOOMA Study, 10am, Youth Room
4/25 Liturgical Dance rehearsal, 10:15 youth, 12:30 adults, dance in worship
4/25 No Singing Children rehearsal
4/25 Goodie Bags distributed to College Students
4/25 Neighborhood Lunch, 1pm, Great Hall
4/27 Rescheduled for 5/4: Finance Committee Meeting
4/28 RESCHEDULED for Sundays at 10am: Gospel Choir rehearsal
4/29 Reception for Bishop Strieff, 10am, Great Hall
4/29 Chancel Ringers rehearsal, Parlor, 6-7:15pm
4/29 Chancel Choir rehearsal, Parlor, 7-8:45pm
MAY
5/2 Recognition of Graduates, Bible Study Class, College Students
5/2 Bigger Circle Potluck following worship
5/2 Memorial Service for Mike Craver, 2:30pm, reception following in Parlor
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Bad religion is to blame for airport insecurity: Messages of Faith | cleveland.com
I am inclined to think that the source of my resentment is that I am constantly mindful of the fact that the level of airport security is a direct result of bad religion. The scrutiny is the result of fired-up religious extremists high on spiritual acid who practiced, and those who threaten to promote, bad religion. Our parents and grandparents -- no matter how old or how infirm and reliant on assistance -- are being electronically scanned and searched because of bad religion. Our children, no matter how small, are being scanned, their blankets searched and their carry-on baby formula amounts limited, because of bad religion.
via cleveland.com
Spring is Here – Make A Fresh Start ... Get Involved in New Ways at UCUMC!
Belonging to a community of like-minded people is a compelling reason to get involved. Our activities and opportunities at University Circle United Methodist Church (UCUMC) range from spiritual to social. Maybe this spring is the time you can find your niche within the church, make new friends, and perhaps make a difference in someone else's life. Listed below are just some of the upcoming events and on-going opportunties that are available. Please contact the church office (216) 421-1200 if you would like more information.
Women Mark Your Calendars for an after-church Salad and Dessert Potluck next Sunday, April 18th to learn more about our United Methodist Women – their programs and social outreach efforts. (RSVP's are needed, so sign up with the bulletin insert TODAY!)
Prayer Requests Welcome - Please submit prayer requests in any way which is convenient for you:
- Placed in the offering plate when it is passed
- Placed in the Prayer Box outside the office
- Send via email to the church office or any staff
- Send via "snail mail", which still delivers here
- Call the church office
Prayer requests are sent via email with as much anonymity as you would like.
Praying People Welcome - If you would like to join in support of our UCUMC family by praying, please notify Heather in the church office. You may receive emails or written notification of current prayer
requests.
Parents of Murdered Children: (POMC) is a support group for families individuals who have lost children as the result of violence. The group meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month, 6:30-7:30pm here at UCMC in the Yoder Room. Please stop by if you are interested, or call the church office for more information.
YOUNG ADULTS – The Young Adults at UCUMC believe that being a follower of Jesus doesn't just happen on Sunday. Together, we take part in mission and service in our Cleveland neighborhood, learn together about the bible and God's love of Justice, enjoy one another's company during our social gatherings around the city, and make space for worship throughout the week. Right now, you might want to join us at our weekly study 10am in the Youth Room upstairs. (Ask a volunteer for directions!) We're diving into the NOOMA series of short, creative videos that explore our world from the perspective of Jesus. NOOMA is an invitation to search, question, and join the discussion, and we hope you'll join us!
May Brings Flowers AND A Focus on Opportunities for you to learn how you can use your skills and talents for UCUMC. On Sunday, May 2 our Bigger Circle Potluck will feature representatives from the various social, programmatic, and mission outreach groups of the church. Bring your questions and a dish to share and join us for our potluck fellowship immediately following worship.
Pentecost Sunday, May 23 – On the day of Pentecost all the Lord's followers were together in one place. Suddenly there was a noise from heaven like the sound of a mighty wind. It filled the house where they were meeting. Then they saw what looked like fiery tongues moving in all directions, and a tongue came and settled on each person there. The Holy Spirit took control of everyone, and they began speaking whatever languages the Spirit let them speak. Acts 2:1-4
The Holy Spirit will be in our midst on this special Sunday as we welcome new members and our confirmands (young persons who are joining the church for the first time.)
University Circle's Parade the Circle occurs on Saturday, June 12 and UCUMC will again host the "Mad Hatter" tent where children and adults can fashion stylish hats of their own creation to wear at the parade. UCUMC Hat Helpers will be needed! What a great time to tell people about UCUMC!
WATCH for MORE INFORMATION about other upcoming events such as:
• Presentation of Godspell
• A day in the Circle with opportunities to attend worship followed by lunch and activities in University Circle
• Public Recognition of University Circle United Methodist Church – the "official" grand opening – this September!
Current Volunteer Needs:
Sunday Morning Office: Join the rotating team of friendly faces at the office window before and after worship,
answering questions, duplicating and selling recordings of the worship service.
Weekday Office: Sign up for 4 hours twice monthly if comfortable with multiple-line phones and a copy machine.
Audio/Video Recording Team: Record the worship service on a rotating schedule.
Bigger Circle Potlucks: Assist with food preparation, serving and clean-up on the 1st Sunday of each month.
Building Concerns: Put on your gloves and "dig in" to help with outdoor spring clean-up of church property. Help is also wanted tomorrow at First Church to take things down and clean out.
Please contact Volunteer Coordinator Judy Sockman (jsockmanATchurchinthecircle.com) or the Church Office, if you are interested.
National Volunteer Appreciation week, April 18-24
"Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." –Margaret Mead
During National Volunteer Appreciation week, April 18-24, the staff of UCUMC recognizes the countless members and friends of the congregation who have shared their valuable time and many talents during our months of transition and the creation of our exciting new Church in the Circle. Volunteers are a priceless jewel in the life of any organization and often go about their activities with little fanfare. So, if you have been sharing the gift of yourself by answering phones, recording services, ushering, greeting, teaching children, singing, ringing and dancing, assisting with food and fellowship, sorting, cleaning, painting, moving and a multitude of other tasks, we extend a huge THANK YOU! (And if you have yet to become involved, we have many opportunities.)
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Next Week (April 18) : NOOMA Name... Are we missing out on being who God created us to be?
Young Adults, You're invited!
every Sunday, 10:00 am, in the Youth Room at the top of the stairs
every Sunday, 10:00 am, in the Youth Room at the top of the stairs
This week... Name | 018 Rob Bell
We all compare ourselves to others. We spend our lives wondering what others think and say about us. Some of us even wish we were someone else. We question why we are the way we are and not the way we wish we could be. Some of us have let the expectations of others dictate who we've become. We act a certain way to be accepted but know that we're being untrue. But why are we so concerned with what other people think, say, or look like? What does it say about us if we are unable to accept who we are? Maybe if we really knew our true selves, we wouldn't give so much attention to other peoples' lives and live more in tune with the life God wants for us.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Developer MRN Ltd. secures financing for first phase of Uptown neighborhood project at University Circle | cleveland.com
Cleveland developer MRN Ltd. has secured financing commitments to build $44 million worth of apartments, stores and restaurants along Euclid Avenue, northeast of Mayfield Road and Ford Drive. After years of planning, University Circle is poised to make a huge stride in attracting residents to a district known for its educational, medical and cultural behemoths.
"It's the project that everybody's been talking about for decades," said Chris Ronayne, president of the University Circle Inc. community development group. "It's at the epicenter of what could be a turning-of-the-page toward a very vibrant University Circle that is truly mixed-use."
via cleveland.com
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
CIM Students Performing an Edgar Meyer Piece Tonight at Benefit Concert for Haiti & Chile Earthquakes
At University Circle United Methodist Church
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Next Week (April 11) : NOOMA She... Do we overlook the feminine characteristics of God?
We didn't have anything to do with our birth. We are all here because some woman somewhere gave us life. Her pain, her effort, for our life. And when a mother gives like that to a child, she is showing us what God is like. But sometimes this part of God's nature is overlooked. a lot of us are comfortable with male imagery for God. But what about female imagery for God? Is God limited to a gender? Or does God transcend and yet include what we know as male and female? Maybe if we were more aware of the feminine imagery for God we would have a better understanding of who God is and what God is like.
New Worship Service beginning April 18th - Welcome to The Circle!
Beginning April 18th, University Circle will open our chapel for "The Circle"...
a weekly alternative worship centered on the joyous sharing of Communion and diverse music.
a weekly alternative worship centered on the joyous sharing of Communion and diverse music.
9:15-9:45 a.m, every Sunday.
Welcome!
April 18: "Breaking Down the Doors!"
April 25: "Do You Love Me? Feed My Lambs"
May 2: "Jesus Sang the Blues" (A healing service with anointing and prayer)
April 25: "Do You Love Me? Feed My Lambs"
May 2: "Jesus Sang the Blues" (A healing service with anointing and prayer)
TONIGHT 7PM: Haiti & Chile Benefit Concert at University Circle United Methodist Church
Student soloists and ensembles from the Cleveland Institute of Music perform a variety of music in our sanctuary – at no charge. A free-will collection will be taken and all proceeds will be sent directly to the United Methodist Church disaster relief for Haiti and Chile earthquake victims.?Tuesday, April 6th at 7PM
University Circle United Methodist Church
(formerly Epworth-Euclid Church)
University Circle United Methodist Church
(formerly Epworth-Euclid Church)
University Circle
Can't make tonight's performance?
Here are 2 more opportunities:
Here are 2 more opportunities:
Wednesday, April 7th at 7PM
Plymouth Church in Shaker Heights
Sunday, April 11th at 3PM
United Methodist Church of Chagrin Falls
Saturday, April 3, 2010
University Circle United Methodist Church April 2010 Calendar
Easter Sunday:
Easter "Sunrise" Service outdoors or in the Chapel, 8-8:30am
Pancake Breakfast before worship, Great Hall, 8:30-10am
Liturgical Dance rehearsal, 9am; dance in worship
No Singing Children rehearsal
Young Adult NOOMA Study, 10am, Library
Traditional Easter Service, Sanctuary, 11am
4/5 Church Office Closed
4/5 AA Meeting, First Church building, noon
4/7 No Gospel Choir rehearsal
4/8 No Chancel Ringers rehearsal
4/8 No Chancel Choir rehearsal
Thursday, April 1, 2010
UPDATE: Holy Week Schedule REMINDER for University Circle United Methodist Church
Maundy Thursday, April 1:
Service in the Sanctuary (NOT the Great Hall) at 7:30pm
Good Friday, April 2:
Service in the Sanctuary at 7:30pm*
(*We will be joined by the congregation of the Euclid Avenue Congregational Church and their Pastor, Dr. Terri L. Young.
CLICK HERE for an update that mentions UCUMC.)
Easter Sunday, April 4:
"Sunrise" Service Outdoors or in the Chapel, 8-8:30am
Pancake Breakfast in the Great Hall, 8:30-10am**
Traditional Easter Service in the Sanctuary at 11am
**Important Note: Reservations can no longer be accepted.
Easter Sunday Programming For Children And Youth:
All children and youth are welcome in our Easter worship services
and are invited to attend with their families.
Childcare for infants, toddlers and preschoolers will be provided in the Nursery from 10:30 a.m. until the end of worship.
Sunday School (1st-6th grade), Confirmation (7th-8th grade), and Youth Group (9th-12th grade) classes will NOT MEET on Easter.
Please note that older children cannot be accommodated in nursery childcare on Easter Sunday. It is important that our nursery staff members are able to give their full, undivided attention the the babies, toddlers and preschoolers in their care. Thank you for your cooperation.
Monday, April 5:
UCUMC Church Offices Will Be Closed
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