February 2026 Newsletter

 

Welcoming Ministry Committee Invites You

Don't miss this chance to see all the wonderful opportunities to be church together at Stone -- Our Luncheon Fair will have displays for all 13 ministries and 9 mission outreaches. We invite you and your guests to come learn more about how we bring the love of Christ into the world. Please see the flyer below for more details...

 

Stone UMC Hosts Spring Lay Ministry Classes

Each of this spring's slate of four classes for Spring Lay Ministry school will challenge you to take another look at yourself and your spiritual gifts and explore how they fit into the life of the church.
Use the button below to learn more- Last Day to Register is Feb. 11.

 

DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT DRIVE

The Meadville Area Free Clinic's Pass It On program will be holding a Durable Medical Equipment Drive on February 21, 2026 from 9am-Noon.

 

For many, these items are not just tools -- they are lifelines that restore dignity, independence, and hope.  Your donation can help ensure that no one in our community is left without the equipment they need to  live safely and fully.

 

Items may be dropped off on Feb. 21st at the clinic (505 Poplar Street, Meadville) They will accept donations of gently used items such as: walkers, wheelchairs, crutches, bedside commodes, shower chairs, mobility aids, etc.

 

 
 

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

 

Stone UMC volunteers work at the Meadville Community Soup Kitchen on the second Tuesday of each month (10am-12:30pm).  Duties include pouring drinks, wiping tables, serving food and washing dishes.  If you would be interested in participating, please contact Barb Baker.

 

Albright-Deering Lectures in Methodist Studies

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Pittsburgh Theological Seminary

Celebrating 70 Years of Full Clergy Rights for Women in the United Methodist Church

with presenters the Rev. Stephanie York Arnold, general secretary for The General Commission on the Status and Role of Women of the United Methodist Church, and the Rev. Dr. Emily Nelms Chastain, assistant professor of Christian history and Methodist studies at Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University. Details and registration coming soon at www.pts.edu/albright-deering-2026.

 

Men's Bible Study Returns This Month

The Men's Bible Study Group continues their discussion of the bible study "Discussing Mere Christianity" - any men interested in strengthening their relationship with Christ is welcome to join the discussion.   The next meeting is Friday, February 13 at 6:45 pm in Miller Parlor.  Please visit the church calendar online for updated meeting dates and times. 

 

Bishop's Conference Updates Gatherings

Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball invites all clergy and laity to join her as she shares updates on how we have been moving as a people empowered by God's Spirit. Please feel free to attend whichever gathering works best for you.

  • Sunday, February 15th; 2 PM to 4 PM (Grove City: Grace UMC)
  • Sunday, February 22nd; 3 PM to 5 PM (Indiana: Trinity UMC)
  • Saturday, March 14th; 3 PM to 5 PM (Edinboro UMC)
  • Sunday, March 15th; 3 PM to 5 PM (Monroeville UMC)
  • Monday, March 16th; 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (McMurray: Trinity UMC)
  • Thursday, March 19th; 6 PM to 8 PM (Warren: Grace UMC)

View more details and register.

 

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

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!

 

Worship With Us

Sunday Mornings
9 AM
In Our Sanctuary on the "Diamond" in Meadville
or Online at:
stoneumc.org / Facebook / YouTube

Contact Us

Stone United Methodist Church
956 S. Main St., Meadville PA 16335
814-724-6736
stoneumc.org

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

facebook.com/stoneumc.org

 

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