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WORSHIP WITH US – SUNDAYS AT 10AM
from Rev. C. Nels Ledwell
Nels shared this Holy Week Timeline to walk with Jesus Christ on His journey to the cross, from His triumphal entry into Jerusalem to His resurrection.
Preparing for Worship
Thursday, April 17, 2025 – 6PM
Maundy Thursday
A Service of Communion and Tenebrae
Sunday, April 20, 2025 – 6:30AM
Sunrise Service at Baker Creek State Park
Sunday, April 20, 2025 – 10AM
Resurrection Celebration and Musical
Kindness Update – Happy Easter!
On a website called Mums Invited, I found some beautiful Easter poems that celebrate new beginnings, cherished traditions, and the deeper meanings of faith and renewal. The author invites readers to share them with friends and family or use them for personal reflection, adding that “poetry expresses the profound mystery and joy of resurrection that sometimes feels too big for ordinary words”. Here’s one I especially liked:
Renewal’s Path
When winter’s grip begins to fade,
And spring brings forth its light cascade,
I think of stones that roll away,
And darkness turning into day.
The Easter story speaks to me,
Of how our souls were meant to be.
Released from burdens that we bear,
Reborn with each new morning prayer.
Like flowers pushing through the earth,
We too can know this second birth.
The risen Christ has shown the way,
To find new life this Easter day.
When winter’s grip begins to fade,
And spring brings forth its light cascade,
I think of stones that roll away,
And darkness turning into day.
The Easter story speaks to me,
Of how our souls were meant to be.
Released from burdens that we bear,
Reborn with each new morning prayer.
Like flowers pushing through the earth,
We too can know this second birth.
The risen Christ has shown the way,
To find new life this Easter day.
May the Blessings of our Risen Lord fill your Heart and Home with Happiness this Easter!
Have you seen God today? If you see God at work this week, there are two ways you can share what you saw!
1) Be a blessing to others by sharing your Act of Kindness (no names please) on our website, or use this link! Then check back each week to learn how others are passing on acts of kindness! The link is https://www.mccormickmc.org/acts-of-kindness
2) There is a Kindness box in the library on the window sill, along with paper and pencil. Share your God-Wink, perhaps someone else will be inspired!
MATTHEW AND KRISTI SCALES
MISSION IN UGANDA
Update from Matt
“We just started planting beans this week. We will finish that up Monday and then move to maize, then finish with gnuts before we move to the vegetables. I just have to have patience with the slower process but it’s going really well. We are getting to build relationships with the locals an seeing the cultural and bringing some of our own in to the mix makes it fun! Thank y’all so much for the prayers keep them coming!”
How To Support
If you feel drawn to support their mission financially you can write a check, payable to MMC and noted Uganda Mission and put it in collection plate, bring it by the office, or mail to the church (McCormick Methodist Church, PO Box 267, McCormick, SC 29835).
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STEPHEN MINISTRY
READY TO LISTEN
If you are experiencing any type of difficulty and you need someone to listen to you, with whom you can share your feelings and receive acceptance and Christian love, please consider being in a relationship with a Stephen Minister at MMC.
Start by calling Pastor Nels or one of the Stephen Leaders and begin a ‘fellowship’ with a Stephen Minister. We may be reached through the church office at (864) 852-2394.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE COMMITTEE
The Congregational Care Committee wants you to know they are there to help you if you ever need transportation, meals or a visitor! Please contact Kim Jackson if you or someone you know needs help or if you would like to be added to the list of volunteers.
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Upcoming Events
Holy Week and Easter Services
MAUNDY THURSDAY – April 17 – 6PM
Wendy Kvale and Deb Wissinger will lead the service.
EASTER SUNDAY – April 20
SONRISE SERVICE – 6:30AM
Baker Creek State Park Pavilion
Baker Creek State Park Pavilion
Coffee and refreshments will follow. Bring your guests, neighbors and friends.
RESURRECTION CELEBRATION AND EASTER MUSICAL – 10AM
MMC Sanctuary
The Chancel Choir will sing the Easter Musical, “Because He Lives”. MMC Family members will provide the narration. Coffee and refreshments will follow in the Fellowship Hall.
EASTER SUNDAY GOODIES NEEDED
We have invited many folks to join us for both/either Easter Services. Therefore, we will need many goodies to have at Baker Creek and again at the church. We are hoping many of you can contribute!
Please, please bring your goodie contribution, in disposable containers, to the church on Saturday (April 19) from 10am to 12am. This will save the Worship and Hospitality Committee from having to clean and return dishes. What is not used at Baker Creek, will be used at the church after the 10am service. Your goodies do not have to be home-made. If you bring then during the week, please mark Easter Goodies.
Thank you for sharing!!
MMC PRAYER WALK
GOOD FRIDAY APRIL 18
MEET AT CHURCH AT 10AM
The Prayer Warriors, led by Patty Kriger, invite the church family to join them on a Prayer Walk Good Friday, April 18 (if it rains, we will meet on a date to be decided). We will be meeting at the church at 10:00. We’ll have a short prayer and head out walking the streets of McCormick and praying for our community. Please come, walk and pray with us for our neighbors.
If you plan to attend, sign the sheet in Fellowship Hall beginning this Sunday.
Questions, contact Patty Kriger.
CHURCH AND PARSONAGE GROUNDS CLEANUP DAY
APRIL 26
EVERYONE NEEDED
Our annual Church and Parsonage grounds cleanup day is scheduled for Saturday, April 26 starting at 9:00am. We will meet in the back church parking lot and divide up into teams. We need as many hands as possible so please put the date on your calendars!
Any members with wheelbarrows, shovels, trimmers, pruning shears, etc. are encouraged to bring them. Traditionally we have focused on the outside areas of the church and the parsonage. Several members have expressed interest in doing some cleanup inside, emphasizing the windows of the atrium and sanctuary. Please let Pat Meyers or Barb Shelley know if you would like to work on this. If there is enough interest, we will have cleaning supplies available.
We hope to have a good turnout to keep our Church looking inviting and welcoming. Again remember all members are welcome.
MMC SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATIONS ARE READY
The Scholarship Committee of the McCormick Methodist Church is currently accepting applications for this year’s Creighton Scholarship. Applications are available at the church office Monday – Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Application deadline is July 1.
Criteria for the selection of the scholarship winner are as follows:
The candidate must be a graduating high school senior who has been accepted at an institution of higher learning and displays the traits of good character, service to others and academic excellence.
Question? Call Patsy Wilson or Lindy Stahlman.
THE CHOSEN SEASON 4
STARTS APRIL 28 (MARK YOUR CALENDARS!)
Join Us for an 8-Week Bible Study Featuring The Chosen (Season 4)!
Come be part of a special time of fellowship and discussion as we watch and explore The Chosen (Season 4) together. Each week, we’ll view an episode, then enjoy coffee, dessert, and meaningful conversation about the themes and scriptures it highlights.
Details:
When: Mondays, April 28 – June 23 (No meeting on May 26 for Memorial Day)
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Where: McCormick Methodist Church
What to Expect: Fellowship, coffee, dessert, and thought-provoking discussion
Where: McCormick Methodist Church
What to Expect: Fellowship, coffee, dessert, and thought-provoking discussion
Everyone is welcome! Let us know if you plan to join. Sign ups in Fellowship Hall.
MMC CRAFT SHOW AND COOKIE FACTORY
OCTOBER 4 – 9am to 2pm
VENDORS NEEDED
Lindy Stahlman and Cindy Clausman are the new chairpersons for the Craft Show. Carol Tummons will be leading the bakers for the Cookie Factory.
Sue Wurtzbacher and Marge Radosevich will be asking for plants to sell in the Atrium. Watch for more details!
PLANT SALE If you are planning on repotting, separating plants, or rooting new plants, and would like to share your bounty, please consider sharing your plants by donating to the MMW Craft Show Plant Sale.
Marge and I will set up several tables (depending on how many plants we get) in the Atrium.
Also if you have extra pots you no longer need (no plastic) or garden accents we would love to accept them also.
We usually have the plants dropped off at the church Friday (Oct 3). If for some reason you need to bring them sooner, we can work something out.
We usually have the plants dropped off at the church Friday (Oct 3). If for some reason you need to bring them sooner, we can work something out.
Thank you in advance for sharing.
Marge Radosevich and Sue Wurtzbacher
VENDORS If you or a friend or neighbor is interested in participating in this year’s Craft Show, please email Lindy Stahlman. Lindy will send you the pricing information and registration form. Don’t hesitate, the spots fill up quickly!
Indoor tables (8 ft) cost $40 and all crafts must be handcrafted. We also offer tent space (you supply the tents) for $25. Items do not have to be handcrafted.
Again, there will be tons of baked goods in the Fellowship Hall. Watch for notices about what is needed as the year goes on.
The Men N’ Ministry will be selling brats cooked on the grill, as well as soda and chips.
It is always a fun day of fellowship while raising funds for our missions!
More details about the event are available at https://www.mccormickmc.org/craft-show-2025/
2025 Flower Calendar
Please sign up on the chart across from the office for a week that works best to supply the flowers for the sanctuary. Patsy will sign you up if you want, just give her a call at the Church office!