Maundy Thursday worship service - 6pm

Good Friday - Cross Walk around Diamond Park - 3:30pm

Easter Sunday - 9am

Congratulations to Dr. Armendia P. Dixon, who was honored as a member of the 2026 class of Leaving Her Legacy award recipients on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The Crawford County Historical Society's 'Leaving Her Legacy' award celebrates the contributions of women who have significantly impacted the community.

Men's Bible Study meets in Miller Parlor at 6:45pm. Any man seeking a closer relationship with God is welcome to attend.

Apr 2 (Thu) - No Study (Holy Week)

Apr 10 (Fri) - Discussing Mere Christianity (Free Will and The Shocking Alternative)

Apr 16 (Thu) - Discussing Mere Christianity (Christian Behavior and the Great Sin of Pride)

Apr 23 (Thu) - Discussing Mere Christianity (The Christian Virtue of Hope)

Apr 30 (Thu) - Discussing Mere Christianity (God in Three Persons)

May 7 (Thu) - No Study

May 15 (Fri) - Discussing Mere Christianity (Counting the Cost

The District Structure Task Force was convened to assist the Annual Conference in discerning how best to realign district boundaries and leadership structures in response to changing missional realities, clergy deployment needs, and the faithful stewardship of people and resources. Guided by the Bishops vision and in consultation with the Cabinet and Conference leadership, the task force has focused on recommending a reduction from ten districts to four supervisory areas; developing district leadership models that emphasize mission, flexibility, and strong lay involvement; and identifying ways to promote greater consistency in required processes across districts, particularly those related to clergy formation and support.

Maps and more information now available online at wpaumc.org.

When you set up your giving through Tithely, you can give a one-time gift to one designated area or set up a recurring offering.  Recurring offering giving through Tithely saves you the hassle of dealing with offering envelopes each week and helps the church in its' work to plan, budget and be good financial stewards. 

Sharing An Attitude of Gratitude

So many of you give of your time and talents each month at Stone UMC...if you would like to recognize the generosity and service you see at Stone UMC please, visit the office and put a note in our Attitude of Gratitude jar on the counter or send Jen an email at churchoffice@stoneumc.org so we may include the person or group in our next newsletter THANK YOUS.

Vocalists are invited to be a part of "Great Hymns of Faith", a celebration of the memorable grand old hymns of Christian worship and a nod to the contemporary favorites of the last twenty years.  Five rehearsals will be held on Tuesdays, April 14, 21, 28 and May 12 and Thursday, May 14.  This is about making a joyful noise to the Lord, anyone with a passion for singing is welcome.  If you are interested in participating, please let Jim Ross (814-724-6736 or music@stoneumc.org) know by April 7th.

We need more volunteers for Children's Church. I am attempting to make a schedule for rotating volunteers so one person doesn't have to be there every week.

I will still teach, but Safe Sanctuaries requires another person to be in attendance as well. You must have clearances as well as Safe Sanctuaries certification.

It only takes about 45 minutes on Sundays during church. You will help with snacks, crafts and anything else you would like.Although I lead the teaching, I am open to others always adding to the conversations with the children.

If interested, please contact me at 814-337-6377 or grandmagjane@zoominternet.net or let the office know and I will contact you.

Thanks in advance for your consideration.

Jane Smith

On March 22, 2026, Pastor Kendra announced that Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball had appointed her to serve as the next pastor for Harrisville and Forestville UM Churches in Butler County. In her announcement to the congregation Pastor Kendra said, "I am humbled by this opportunity and very much looking forward to getting to know the community, learning the history and finding God at work."

To read her full letter, please click the button below.

Enjoy a great weekend of fellowship with other women and speaker Emily Hill, a licensed social worker and graduate of Wesley Seminary. The retreat includes delicious meals, engaging activities (which you can choose during registration, like crafts and massages), Bible studies, and talks to grow closer to Jesus alongside others. Read more and register.

The Adult Sunday School class studying and discussing the Social Principles of the United Methodist Church will resume on Sunday, April 12, 2026 directly after Worship and will run for an hour.  All adults are welcome to join us in Crawford Library as we delve into issues facing our communities with the United Methodist Principles to guide us as we strive to be true disciples of Christ.

We have had a number of individuals stop into our church office in the past few months in need of basic food items.  Many of them are seniors waiting to be added to our list for monthly senior food boxes and families with children in the household.  Please help the CARE team re-stock the freezer so that we have items to offer those who stop in needing a meal or to deliver as a pick-me-up to members facing difficult times.  Items can really be anything - as long as it freezes well- soups, muffins, cookies, casseroles.  They also have limited space for canned goods or shelf stable foods - think fruit, vegetables, pasta, spaghetti sauce, or kid-friendly items like macaroni and cheese cups or spaghetti-o's.

For more information about church activities, please visit our online calendar at stoneumc.org.

If you would like a printed statement of your giving to Stone UMC for the year 2025, they are available by request from our financial secretary Darlene Ross.  Please let Darlene know or you may contact the office to request your giving statement - 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org.

A heartfelt thanks to: All who bring joy and order to worship each Sunday morning including ushers, communion stewards, musicians, counters, florists and youth ministry volunteers; to our new committee members and laity who serve the church, to all who join us in worship in person or online, and to all who give, pray and serve!

Pastor

Rev. Kendra Balliet

pastor@stoneumc.org

814-299-9129 cell

Office Administrator

Jennifer Royer

churchoffice@stoneumc.org

Director of Music

Jim Ross

music@stoneumc.org

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