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Endless Possibilities at Faith UMC
The winter days have arrived as the New Year has finally opened its arms to new possibilities for aggressive, prophetic preaching and teaching as well as a new dedication of ministries here at Faith United Methodist Church. The shadow of the cross outside the church reminds us of our calling; to do good to everyone we meet, to let no one go hungry, and to be a voice for the voiceless. Now in order to do the ministries that God has ordained this church to do we must learn from the past years and only use what was good and wholesome and a blessing to the community and to the congregation. We must leave the lack of faith and negativity in the past, where it belongs. The aggressive position of the church today cannot tolerate the “we can’t do it because” attitude, why? Because we simply do not have the time to waste! Families need food now! Others need words of hope now! Justice in our communities must be addressed now! And peace must happen now! We must be the faith community in a world of hate, discrimination, and war, and saints that is not an easy task, but with God nothing is impossible!
This wonderful church that sits in the midst of the great community of Oak Park Michigan has become a beacon in the dark for many families. The past has brought on wars, drugs, separation, divorces, disconnects from families and loved ones, lost or stolen children, violence, and evil, even discord in our community churches. We must not let evil or confusion dictate our future. And to do that we must be immersed in the Word of God, preparing ourselves for what God has in store for His Church. The Apostle Paul best explains how we the church must prepare ourselves for the years ahead, and that’s by submitting to God and allowing ourselves to be cleansed by the washing of His Word, so that we may be presented to the Bridegroom (Jesus) without blemish, without spots, without wrinkles (Ephesians 5:25-27). People of God it is time for us to take an offensive stance in Peace, Justice, Hope, Love, and a new commitment in relationship in Christ Jesus and in His church, aren’t you excited?
May you be Blessed in this New Year of great possibilities
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Last Updated on Sunday, 15 January 2012 12:04 |
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Welcome to Faith United Methodist Church in Oak Park, Michigan |
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We welcome all to this holy place of worship and we believe that God has a place for us in the community of believers. God calls us to all types of ministry in the midst of a failing world, where violence has taken a front seat in our neighborhoods. Here at Faith UMC we ask that you come as you are, broken or confused, beaten and hungry, there is a place for you in the family of Faith. Come and join us and be a part of God's holy mission. God is calling you home, will you answer?
We are located at 23880 Scotia, between Oak Park Boulevard and Constance.
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Last Updated on Saturday, 15 October 2011 07:24 |
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Children / Youth/Video Ministry/Food Pantry/Clothes Closet |
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The Video Ministry has begun a bottle drive. Please bring your empty botles to the church to support the video ministry. There is a box located in the basement outside the Finance Room for this purpose. Your participation is appreciated.eMinistry has |
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 25 January 2012 08:42 |
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MEMBERSHIP:
We added a new member to our church family. A hearty welcome to Michelle Jackson
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PRAYERS FOR OUR SICK & SHUT IN
Keep Mrs. Genevieve Sims (mother of Roosevelt & Janet Sims) in your daily prayers as she battles Alzheimers disease.
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CHOIR and PRAISE TEAM
Calling all voices.....Faith UMC is looking for a few good voices for the Inspirational Choir and Praise Team. If you enjoy singing, join one or both, please see Blosel Gordon, Mike Sims or Chris Brown to join up.
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NOTE WORTHY NEWS
The Ad Board and PPRC welcomes new chairpersons in January, 2012 , Joyce Sims and Vickie Collins, respectively. (Actually, they have switched roles)
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UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
THE UMW meet every 1st Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. See you there!
November 19, 2011 - The Detroit News posted an article: "METRO DETROIT PASTORS LOOK AT WAYS TO FILL EMPTY PEWS" by Calvin Men and Oralandar Brand-Williams. In the article, Reverend Combs was among those interviewed and he indicated that the worship experience and service did not need to be so traditional and that Faith UMC had swapped hymns for contemporary church songs , began using videos during worship service and planted a community garden in an effort to attract more attendees on Sundays. Faith UMC is getting noticed.
Our new vision, "Everyone bring One"
Bring a friend or neighbor to every service, sign the visitors cards and enjoy the service. We must trust God and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and open our doors to all people. It is God that will grow our church, but we must be ready to handle the harvest through Sunday school, Bible studies, AA meetings, Boy Scouts & Girl Scout meetings, Educational Seminars….we must prepare our hearts as well as our building for God’s mission.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 19 January 2012 23:54 |
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