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Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
Circuit Rider
October 2016
Mt. Zion’s 2016 Vision: Building a Welcoming Community of faith centered on Jesus Christ that reaches beyond our walls.
Brothers and sisters,
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! I would like to invite all of you to attend our annual Charge Conference on October 30 at 3:00 p.m. Charge Conference is something akin to the annual business meeting of the congregation. At Charge Conference, we vote on incoming officers, approve the budget for the coming year, vote on updates and corrections to the member-ship roll, and handle various other items. Although only Church Council members can vote at Charge Conference, everyone has voice and many of you would find it interesting.
One of the things that makes Charge Confer-ence interesting is the exposure we get to the work of other nearby congregations. Charge Conferences are usually held in clusters. When we gather on October 30, there will be four churches present: Mt. Zion UMC, Hollywood UMC, St. Matthews UMC, and Mt. Calvary UMC.
For the first portion of the Conference, we will all gather together in one room. Our District Superintendent, Rev. Rebecca Iannicelli, will lead us in a conversation about how we walk our members down an intentional pathway of discipleship formation. For the second part of the conference, each church/charge will move to a separate room to conduct business.
As I continue to meet with church members in small groups, there is one thing I’m hearing over and over again: “This church is my family.” This is always a wonderful thing to hear. But what makes it especially wonderful in this congregation is that people who have only recently joined are saying the same thing. That means we are doing a great job of adopt-ing new family members into the Body of Christ. Keep up the good work!
Your brother and pastor,
Steve Humphrey
Mark Your Calendar Oct 4 Disciple 1 Begins
Oct 6 Jesus in the Gospels Begins
Oct 8 LipSync Battle & Dessert Action
Oct 9 Bible Presentation
Oct 15 UMM Chicken BBQ & Fall Festival
Oct 23 Trick or Treat for the Hungry Team
Nov 4, 5 Dinner Theater
“It’s None of Your Business”
and Silent Auction
Nov 12 Annual Craft Fair (9am-2pm)
Nov 13 Commitment Sunday
Nov 23 Ecumenical Service
Nov 26 Hanging of the Greens
Sunday Sermons and Scripture
Now Available On-Line
Did you miss a Sunday? Did you feel so inspired by a sermon that you feel someone else needs to hear it? Or just want to enjoy the sermon again?
To access our Sunday sermons and scripture, visit www.mtzionmech.org and
click “Sermons” in the top banner.
Sermons and scriptures uploaded every week and are available for 90 days.
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The Mt. Zion Music Ministry is off to a great
start this year. The Chancel Choir is already
stretching their wings to a variety of music
and styles. The group will be starting work
on our Christmas cantata Go Sing It on the
Mountain this month in preparation for our
Music Ministry Christmas Prism on Decem-
ber 17. As always, we are thankful for your
support of our ministry so we may continue to
prepare a diverse spectrum of music to glorify
His name.
Our Chancel Choir is growing as well, except
in our Tenor and Bass section. Even though
we have the best 5 Tenors and Basses, we
tend to feel alone compared to the Sopranos
and Altos. If you sing Tenor or Bass, do not
be afraid, come give Chancel Choir a try.
Singing IS good for your health. If you sing
Soprano or Alto and want to join, we will
welcome you with open arms. We strive to
help all members learn how to read music and
sing their part.
Karen Allen hosted a Handbell Workshop
here at Mt. Zion on Saturday September 17,
bringing 24 people from the Southern Mary-
land area together. Karen continues to demon-
strate exceptional leadership in teaching her
members how to read music and attain more
challenging music.
The Children’s Music Ministry has also gotten
off to a great start. Additionally, the Tone
Chimes have resumed practicing with several
new members. Beginning in October our chil-
dren’s music groups will share Sundays with
Tone Chimes playing at the 8:30 service while
Voices for Christ will sing at the 11:00 service.
They will alternate each time they play as they
did last year.
Lastly, our Praise Band continues to attract new
members. We have been practicing every week
all summer and throughout the year. The Praise
Band has found challenges in learning contem-
porary Christian music. Also, many of our
members are youth members which is providing
a great outlet for their interests. If you want to
come sing the songs you hear on the contempo-
rary Christian radio stations, come visit on Sun-
day at 6pm. Come see us play at the Youth
Group LipSync Battle on Saturday, October 8.
In February, we launched
our podcast service
where you can listen to
scriptures and sermons
that are up to 90 days
old. We upload new sermons every week.
Visit www.mtzionmech.org and click
“Sermons” in the top banner to access our pod-
casts. Soon we will be sharing our podcasts
through iTunes for members who wish to access
our scriptures and sermons through that service.
Questions about our Music Ministry, operat-ing the sound system or accessing the pod-cast services? Please contact Bryan Smith [email protected].
Music Ministry Update
Wanted: Youth to operate Sound System
Does your youth attend service every week?
We are looking for youth who would like to
learn how to operate our sound system to
support our 8:30 service with keeping our
sound in balance.
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WORSHIP ARTS/WORSHIP COMMITTEES
The first meeting of the Worship Arts Commit-
tee was held on September 16th. We had a good
turnout of people with a variety of talents that
were immediately put to use.
First we had an overview presented by
Pastor Steve as to the purpose of the
committee. The overview was far
reaching with boundless creativity rul-
ing the day. Another short presentation
was made as to the available supplies at
hand. We have already had some craft
items and fabrics being donated by
church members. So if you have any
usable craft items that you no longer
have a use for, please let us know. Once
we took stock of what we had on hand,
we split into groups to develop ideas.
WOW! The creative juices started flow-
ing! So many ideas and so little time.
Rather than blanket the sanctuary at one
time with our ideas, we will begin in
mid-October phasing in the decorations as they
are completed. We hope to have everything in
place by the first week of November.
Our next meeting will be held on October 13,
6:30pm in the blue room. A group will be as-
sembling floral decorations for the windows.
If this is something you enjoy doing or want to
learn how to do, please join us! There is room
at the table for your creativity and talents.
The Worship Committee is
preparing for All Saints
Sunday. Please look for an
insert in the bulletin. You
can submit the name of a
family member or friend
who passed away October 1
2015-October 1, 2016.
These names will be read
during all 3 services. Please
provide contact information
of a family member since
some of those passing may
have family members not
listed in our Directory. An
address is preferred. We
will send letters to family
members to let them know
we will be remembering
and honoring their loved one. These letters will
be sent during the first week of October. Please
submit names of family members or friends who
passed away prior to the above dates. A booklet
of remembrance will be included in the All
Saints Sunday bulletin with their names.
Continued on page 14
Mt. Zion UMC seeks a half-time (20 hrs) Director of Children’s Ministries This individual will oversee development and coordination of all children’s ministry programs within the church. These programs include, but are not limited to:
Sunday School for ages 0 – Grade 5 Vacation Bible School Holiday programs
Any other children’s programs that may flow into or grow out of current ministries. This position involves daytime, evening, and weekend duties. Please send letter of interest and resume to SPRC Chairman, David Hall at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 or email [email protected].
Treasure … A Heart Transforming Journey
On Sunday, October 23rd, we will begin a church-wide study and worship emphasis called
Treasure: A Stewardship Program on Faith and Money. The study will be based on Jesus’ words,
“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21).
Over a period of four weeks, we will look at the many ways that our treasure (time, energy,
money) affects our hearts. We will consider how financial challenges in our personal lives affect
our relationships with people and with God. We will see how giving helps to determine the way
we feel and act. If you have stress related to money or feel there may be more that God is calling
you to do with your resources, this will be a helpful study.
At the end of the four weeks, we will have the opportunity to make
personal commitments of giving to Mt. Zion for the coming year.
All of us will receive commitment cards in the mail, and the cards
will also be available on Sunday mornings. We can fill out these
cards and bring them to worship on Sunday, November 13th.
We look forward to an exciting few weeks of considering our
treasure and God’s treasure.
Schedule for the Treasure series
Week 1: Where Is Your Treasure? (Matthew 6:19-21)
Week 2: The Problem with Two Masters (Matthew 6:24)
Week 3: Giving Your Treasure Back to God (Matthew 6:1-6)
Week 4: Don’t Worry ’Bout a Thing (Matthew 6:25-34)
The Zella’s Stewards class and the new Young Adults class will be
offering this study during their 9:45 am class time. An evening
class will be offered during the High School Youth Group time.
Everyone is welcome to join this class. Treasure, is designed to
engage your head, heart, and hands. Sign up now so we can secure
space and teachers for this heart transforming journey.
Sign-up sheets can be found on the bulletin board
outside the high school youth room.
For more information, contact:
Demetria Hall, [email protected]
Tina Diggle, [email protected]
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Child Evangelism Fellowship Child Evangelism Fellowship is the World's
largest mission agency to children. In an
average year, CEF reaches over 12.1 million
children in every state and around the world!
Together, we are working to bring the Word of
God to unchurched children that live in Calvert,
Charles, and St Mary's Counties.
CEF volunteers from local churches were able
to provide Good News Clubs at 5 Southern
Maryland schools, reaching 315 children during
the last school year.
Good News Club
Begins October 26
Mechanicsville Elementary School Mt Zion has joined with CEF to
bring the Good News Club to
Mechanicsville Elementary.
The Good News Club will be held
on Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:15
and run for six weeks beginning on
October 26th.
Most of the GNC team members do not need to
teach or speak in front of the club, just help out
with attendance, check in-out etc.
Please consider joining us on our mission to
bring the simple message of salvation to the
children.
Mustang Store needs our help!
Mechanicsville Elementary School reinforces
positive student behavior by providing their
students “Mustang Bucks” for good behavior.
Students can redeem their bucks at the Mustang
Store buying small items.
Donations are needed for the for the Mustang
store. Please bring items you think young
elementary school students would enjoy as
rewards for good behavior. Items should not be
edible in nature. Gently used toys and new
items are appreciated. A plastic bin for the
collection is located outside the church office.
Wanted:
Adults to listen to young readers A handful of adults are needed to
listen to young readers at Mechan-
icsville Elementary. Volunteers
will need to go through the school
safety and security screening,
which can be completed online.
The school will provide basic read-
ing tutor training for volunteers.
If you have a heart for being in-
volved in the lives of children and have an hour
or two to
volunteer each week, please consider joining in
this ministry.
Signup sheet is on the bulletin board under
CEF. For more information about Child
Evangelism Fellowship or any of the programs
at Mechanicsville Elementary School, please
contact: Dave Wright 301-904-7885;
Thanks for helping extend the arms of
Christ to Mechanicsville Elementary
School!
Mt. Zion Partners with Mechanicsville Elementary School Even so, it is not the will of the Father which is in heaven that
one of these little ones should perish. Matthew 18:14
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Fall session of Sunday school is in full swing! A Big shout out and
Thank You to all those who helped with Summer Sunday school.
A few Friendly Reminders for Sunday School
Please make sure you have filled out a 2016/2107 registration form for this year for
each of your children. These must be updated every year due to important info that
might have changed since last year.
When bringing your children to S.S. Please Do Not drop your child off before 9:40. A
few of our teachers attend the 8:30 service and are not in their classrooms until then.
We ask that parents also pick up their children promptly at 10:45. A few teachers at-
tend the 11:00 service & they also have to clean up the rooms. We would like them to
be able to get to the church on time.
Thank You for your cooperation & understanding : ) God Bless
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Bible Presentation - Sunday Oct 9th at the 8:30 and 11:00 services for upper elementary grades.
If your child/children are in grades 3rd through 5th and haven’t received a
Bible, we would love to present them with one from Mt. Zion.
Please contact Sharon Geyer by Sept 30th at 301-884-4132 or by email at
“Coins for Caring” Children’s Giving Ministry Being generous with our Blessings is an important part of our children’s faith journey. There
is no amount too small when given by a child. The spare changes they bring in as an offering
is a simple act that teaches them to give to others just as Jesus would like us to do. The chil-
dren love to put their coins into the “coins for caring” wishing well ! The coins are used to
help people in many ways including the food pantry at Mt. Zion. Encourage your children to
be a part of the giving : )
TRICK OR TREAT FOR THE HUNGRY TEAM AT MT. ZION Children 4 years-5th grade are invited to Trick or Treat for Non-Perishable
food items for the Hungry Teams Food Pantry on Sunday Oct 23rd. Children
and parents will meet at the church and then proceed to a pre-determined neighbor-
hood. Flyers will be distributed a week prior to the children trick or treating in
that neighborhood. The Hungry Team will be providing pizza and the Youth
groups will be providing fun and games. Contact Sarah Littleton 301-481-2906
or Jen Brill 240-682-3316
Children under 4 are Welcome, but Must be accompanied by a parent.
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Mt. Zion United Methodist Men
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Rt 235 Laurel Grove, Mechanicsville, MD
(near The Apple Basket)
Chicken BBQ Proceeds benefit UMM Ministries
and Fall Festival (10am-2pm) Proceeds benefit Youth Ministries
Saturday, October 15 Noon until 5pm
Dinners are packaged to go, but you are invited to
dine in the fellowship hall or at the picnic tables.
Come spend the afternoon with the family.
For more information, contact the church at (301) 884-4132.
Menu 1/2 BBQ Chicken
Baked Potato Applesauce Green Beans
Roll and Snack Cake
$15 per dinner
Pumpkins for purchase Face painting
Games Crafts
And More!
Bake Sale Sponsored by Girl Scouts
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Hungry Team News
Silent Auction The Hungry Team will hold a Silent Auction on Friday, November 4, and Saturday, November 5, in conjunction with the Dinner Theater.
We are looking for nice auction-able items. If you have an item that you would like to donate for the auction, please contact our event chairperson, Linda Dean, at (301) 884-3612.
The Silent Auction is our second major fundraiser. This event, like the Yard Sale, allows us to help make life a little easier for needy people in our community.
Yard Sale A very special thank you to Nardine Daniels, event chairperson, and all those who helped with our yard sale held last month. We did fantastic! And we couldn’t have done it without your help and support! Blessings, Cindy Bowling, Hungry Team Coordinator
A scene from
the 2013
Dinner Theater
Murder-Mystery
The Case of the
Show Stopping
Nun Nabber.
UNITED METHODIST MEN All men are invited to join us every second Saturday of the month.
Our next UMM meeting will be Saturday, October 9, 7:30am, Fellowship Hall.
Eddie Prince UMM President
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We are blessed. The morning started out early
on Saturday, September 10 with our monthly
meeting and breakfast. We had our nourish-
ment … now onto the preparation for the day’s
car show. No rain, but, oh the heat.
Thank you to all the willing hearts that worked
the off-site parking, main entrance, parked
cars, greeted vendors, set up, took down, put
out flyers, etc. Thank you to Sarah Circle,
Circle of Friends, Boy Scouts and the Youth
for participating.
Thank you to Tom
Keller for chairing
this
ministry again this
year. Thank you to
Jimmy and Trish
Herriman, yes,
Jimmy was with us
not only by phone
but in our hearts.
Thank you to Judy
and Bill Cox for
the printing of the orange shirts and banner.
The banner was given in memory of Harold
Younger, Jerry Shaw, John Miller and Stu
Geisbert.
Thank you to Donnie
Matlock for sponsoring
the t-shirts for the first 20
entries. Thank you to all
sponsors of the banner
and awards. Special
thank you to the wives
that supported us in the
background to make this
another successful out-
reach. Most important
the car owners and the guests that came out in
the heat, with water bottle in hand. We are al-
ready planning for next year.
Continued on page 11
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UMM Article Continued from page 10
Next up is the Annual Chicken BBQ and Fall
Festival. We are thrilled this year to have the
Youth join us with a Fall Festival. They will
offer pumpkins for purchase, face painting,
games, crafts and more for your family enjoy-
ment. Proceeds benefit the Youth Ministries.
The Girl Scouts will offer their delicious bake
goods. They spend hours preparing their
homemade goodies for your sweet tooth.
Proceeds benefit the Girl Scouts. Mark your
calendar, come enjoy the Chicken BBQ at the
picnic tables or in the Fellowship Hall, take in
the Fall Festival and get something for that
sweet tooth. OHHH don't forget the chicken
contest.
I almost forgot about the pie eating contest at
the car show, our own Eddie Davis won. He
enjoyed a fresh homemade apple pie provided
by the Mennonite Ladies. The ice cream con-
test was won by Devin Little.
Speaking of ice cream ...
The Ice Cream Prayer, Author Unknown
Last week I took my children to a restaurant.
My six year old son asked if he could say
grace. As we bowed our heads he said, “God
is good. God is great. Thank you for the food,
and I would even thank you more, if Mom gets
us ice cream for dessert. And Liberty and
Justice for all. Amen! Along with the laughter
from the other customers nearby I heard a
woman remark, “That’s what’s wrong with
this country. Kids today don’t even know how
to pray. Asking God for ice cream! Why, I
never!” Hearing this, my son burst into tears
and asked me, “Did I do it wrong? Is God
mad at me?” As I held him and assured him
that he had done a terrific job and God was
certainly not mad at him, an elderly gentleman
approached the table. He winked at my son
and said, “I happen to know that God thought
that was a great prayer.” “Really?” my son
asked. “Cross my heart.” Then in a theatrical
whisper he added, “Too bad she never asks
God for ice cream. A little ice cream is good
for the soul sometimes.” Naturally, I bought
my kids ice cream at the end of the meal. My
son stared at his for a moment and then did
something I will remember the rest of my life.
He picked up his sundae and without a word
walked over and placed it in front of the wom-
an. With a big smile he told her, “Here, this is
for you. Ice cream is good for the soul some-
times, and my soul is good already.”
Thank You Danielle Ray for performing the
National Anthem.
George Hill VP UMM
Eddie Davis Devin Little
Thank you to everyone that came and
supported the High School Youth
Group’s First Annual Smash-a-Thon.
U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T W O M E N
Circle of Friends invite you to join our group in Fellowship
and help us with the many Missions we do for our church!
Our next meeting will be October 9, 7:30am in the blue room.
Any questions, please call me anytime. Thank you and
Blessings to all, Carolyn Ayers, President 301-884-5523.
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The United Methodist Women Circle of Friends held our monthly meeting for Septem-ber on the 10th in the blue room of the Family Life Center. We had seventeen members in attendance. Our meeting began at 7am instead of our regular time of 7:30am. We completed our business meeting by 7:30 at which time Pastor Steve joined us for a meal of breakfast casseroles, biscuits, fruit and pastry.
After our meal, Pastor Steve led us in a small group meeting to help him get acquainted with our members. We each shared information about who we are and where we came from. He is interested in our experiences and vision for Mt. Zion. The gathering was very informa-tive. We even learned new things about each other. Thank you, Pastor Steve for your time and interest.
After our meeting we prepared for our bake sale which we held during the UMM 4th Annual Car Show. We were glad to be inside because it was really hot outside. No rain, Praise God! I want to thank everyone who baked and worked. I can always depend on the tireless generosity of our ladies. A big thank you to everyone who pur-chased our homemade goodies.
On Tuesday August 30th, we made our third visit to the Charlotte Hall Veteran's Home for our monthly sing-a-long with the veterans. There were 27 veterans in attendance and seven of our members joined them in song. Lucy Crabtree was gracious enough to lead us in Trish's absence and Karen Allen accompanied us on the piano. We all sang, clapped and
laughed, one gentleman even had tears in his eyes. Please feel free to join us even if you don't belong to our COF. Our next sing-a-long is on October 18th. at 2pm.
On Friday the 2nd and Saturday the 3rd of Sep-tember, we attended the Hungry Team Yard Sale and sold hot dogs, chips, sodas and baked goods. I again want to thank the ladies for all of the delicious baked goods. I especially want to thank Priscilla and Marilyn who worked in the kitchen with me both days. We did very well and will put our proceeds to use in our mis-sions.
I want to catch all the early Christmas shoppers. We still have prayer cubes available. They would make great stocking stuffers and will enhance the prayer lives of your children and grand-children.
We are giving our ovens a rest for a bit but will soon be preparing for our luminaries for the Christmas Eve services. We will be having our Stone Soup Sundays in January and February. They were a great success last year, and we hope you will join us in 2017!
May the Lord bless you and keep you; may He make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you, may He lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. (Numbers 6:24-26)
God Bless you all, Carolyn Ayers COF President
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We have had a wonderful start to the 2016-17
school year! We currently have 50 students en-
rolled and we still have room in each age group.
Our families are learning our drop-off and pick-
up procedures, as well as the classroom rules and
expectations. The children are very excited to
learn, and even more excited to meet their new
friends and teachers.
We are gearing up for Movie Night, a field trip to
Serenity Farms, Parent-Teacher conferences, stu-
dent pictures, and our first fundraiser – Square1
Art. October will be a busy month and will be a
lot of fun for everyone!
We would like to welcome Pastor Steve and his
family. We are excited to work with you in the
future.
Thank you to everyone for their support! We
have such amazing parents and staff; we could
not imagine life without them. The preschool is
always looking for donations. Any donations are
greatly appreciated.
Please remember to pray for
this ministry and the families
that are involved. If you know
of anyone that may be inter-
ested in enrolling their child
or children please give them
our contact information or
they may visit
www.mtzionpreschool.com.
United Methodist Women
Sarah Circle Our last meeting was September 13 … opened with prayer and a lovely devotional reminding us all again to help those in need and to always show love.
We are all looking forward to our Bazaar on November 12. This is our biggest fundrais-er of the year. All proceeds will be donated with children’s needs first. Pat Steiber is in charge of the Bazaar. She already has 21 vendors who will attend and hopefully there are some who haven’t responded as yet. This is a very special Bazaar as it has many wonderful ieas for Christmas giving. Also as you shop you can enjoy a lovely bake ta-ble and enjoy a bowl of delicious home-made soups.
Our next meeting will be on October 11 in the blue room at 11:00. Please join us and learn more about Sarah Circle. We will have a pot luck luncheon and Pastor Steve will be our guest. Please join us.
In God’s Love, Marion Houser, President
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Worship Arts/Worship Committees
The Worship Committee is seeking information
from anyone knowing of a reliable metal re-
plating company located either in Maryland or
the tri-state area. We want to re-
plate the brass cross and candle-
sticks on the altar. The set was
donated and inscribed back in
the mid-fifties. Re-plating will
accomplish two things: preserve
a part of our history and provide
a newer, non-tarnish/no finger-
print finish. Once we learn of a
company(s), get an estimate, we
will send them to get the job
done. So look for the cross and
candlesticks to “disappear” for
an unknown period of time. We
will be using temporary candles
and candlesticks during the interim.
During November the Worship Committee will
be providing decorative collection crates for
canned goods, boxed dinners, and cereals to
help the Hungry Team stock the food pantry.
With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around
the corner, this is a good time to help the Hun-
gry Team help the less fortunate.
Mark your calendars for the “HANGING OF
THE GREENS” on Saturday, November 26 at
9:30am. Donuts juice and coffee will be provid-
ed and then we roll up our sleeves! But before
we can do that, we need a “Black Friday Crew”
to get all the
decorations out
of the shed, the
Chrismon trees
set up in the
sanctuary and
fellowship hall.
So if shopping
on this day is
not our thing,
maybe this will
fill the bill.
Each year we
have different
numbers of people come out to help. With
enough people, this job takes about an hour of
your time. Please let me know if you or your
group is available.
Joan Ritchie, Chairperson
Thanksgiving Eve Ecumenical Services
Once again the churches which support the Hungry Team will gather Thanksgiving Eve for
wor-ship and fellowship. Mark your calendars for this annual opportunity to worship with
our neighbors and to remember those who need a helping hand.
What: Thanksgiving Eve Ecumenical Service
Where: Living Word Community Church
39371 Harpers Corner Rd, Mechanicsville, MD 20659
When: 7:00 pm, Wednesday, November 23
Who: Several clergy and laity will lead worship
All of us will welcome one another!
Why: To worship and serve – Bring non-perishable food and
an offering to benefit the people served by the Hungry Team.
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2 6pm
Praise B
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(ch)
6pm
Ch
imes fo
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rist (p
ar)
3 10:30am H
alf Truths S
tudy-bl 12p
m P
rescho
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ar) 5:30pm
CM
A (gr)
7pm
Dram
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) 7pm
Bd of T
rustees (bl)
4 8am F
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antry (b
l) 12p
m P
rescho
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ar) 6:30p
m A
A (b
l) 7p
m D
isciple 1 (p
ar) 7p
m B
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cou
ts 1785 (mp
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5 11:30am Jum
p Bunch (m
p) 12p
m P
rescho
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ar) 5:30p
m H
and
bells (b
l) 5:30p
m V
oices fo
r Ch
rist (ch)
6pm
HS
Yo
uth
Gro
up
(HS
) 7p
m C
han
cel Ch
oir (ch
) 7pm
Antique P
ower (bl)
6 9:30am Y
og
a (mp
) 11:30p
m P
rayer Grp
(gr)
12pm
Presch
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l (par)
6:30pm W
orship (bl) 7p
m R
un
4Go
d (p
ar) 7p
m D
rama (m
p)
7pm
Jesus/G
osp
els (par)
7 6:30pm M
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8 7:30am C
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7:30am U
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(m
p/kit)
9 Bible P
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AS
P Lunch/
Presentation (m
p)
10 10:30am
Half T
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11 11am
Sarah C
ircle (bl)
12 7pm
Edsel B
Music (m
p)
13 6:30pm
Worship A
rts (par) 14 6:30pm
MS
Group (m
p) 3pm
Prep for U
MM
BB
Q
(mp/kit)
15 10am
FA
LL FE
ST
IVA
L 12pm
DR
IVE
TH
RU
B
BQ
CH
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EN
16 12pm
Prayer S
hawl (bl)
2pm G
S 3362 (m
s)
17 18
19 Circuit R
ider Articles D
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11:30am Jum
p Bunch (m
p)
20 6:30pm
SP
RC
(bl) 21 6:30pm
Preschool M
ovie N
ight (mp)
6:30pm M
S G
roup (par)
22 6:30am
SH
AR
E (par)
23 1:30pm
Trick or T
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he Hungry T
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24 25
26 7pm
Edsel B
Music (m
p) 27 6:30pm
Finance/C
hurch C
ouncil (bl)
6:30pm M
S G
roup (mp)
29
30 12pm
Silent A
uction C
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GS
3362 (ms)
3pm C
harge Conf
(Sanc/bl/par/m
p)
31 12pm
Silent A
uction C
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Recu
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Week
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ven
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Octo
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Postage Paid
Non-Profit
Organization
Permit #20002
Leonardtown, MD
20650
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church 27108 Mt. Zion Church Road
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
Address Service Requested
Sunday Schedule
Traditional Services 8:30 am & 11:00 am
Interactive Service 9:45 am
Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 am
(Nursery Provided at all services)
Senior Pastor - Pastor Steve Humphrey
Director of Children’s Ministries - Sharon Geyer
Director of Youth & Adult Ministries - Tina Diggle
Director of Music - Bryan Smith
Office Administrator - Toni Hayes
Care Visitation Coordinator - Pattie Scherer
301-884-4344; [email protected]
E-vine Coordinator - Ide Hill
Preschool Director - Rebecca Fitzgerald
301-884-5455; [email protected]
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 9am until 2pm
Fridays 9am until 12pm
Office: 301-884-4132/Fax: 301-884-4010
www.mtzionmech.org
Mt. Zion 2016 Vision Building a welcoming community of faith centered on Jesus Christ that
reaches beyond our walls.
