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The Word For WednesdayWeekly Update -- August 26, 2026 |
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On PurposeNew Sermon Series Begins August 30th 10 For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) Friends, “Have you ever asked this question: Why am I here? Trying to discover the purpose of our lives can lead to a lot of questions: Who am I? Do I have a “calling”? What am I supposed to do with my life? What does purposeful living look like? Often, the world is all too ready to give us answers to these questions, that is, promising that finding the perfect job or achieving the next milestone will make us happy. However, in this series, we will embrace these questions as an invitation to discover what it is that God wants to do with the story of our lives right now." Friends, invite family members, friends, neighbors, and anyone who would like to attend Stone church service and listen to Pastor Domingos' sermon series for the next six weeks as God speaks to us, begin next Sunday, August 30th. |
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Blessing of the BackpacksSunday, August 30, 2026 Bring your backpack to our Sunday morning worship service on August 30, 2026 - let's start off a new school year with a blessing for all of our teachers and students! For more infomation visit: http://stoneumc.org/events/blessing-of-the-backpacks--638/2026-08-30
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Monday Morning ReflectionBegins This Monday - August 31, 2026 Join Pastor Domingos on Monday mornings at French Creek Coffee and Tea Co. from 8-9am for conversation and reflection on the Sunday sermon. Please come share your thoughts and join the discussion. For more infomation visit: http://stoneumc.org/events/monday-morning-reflection/2026-08-31
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Special District Conference & InstallationElection of District Leadership & District Naming - Saturday, September 12, 2026 Special District Conference & Installation Service These two events will be held together on Saturday, September, 12, 2026, starting at 2:30pm, at Saegertown United Methodist Church. In addition to officially welcoming Scott Gallagher as Conference Superintendent, we will be electing district leadership and choosing a new district name. For more infomation visit: http://stoneumc.org/events/special-district-conference-installation/2026-09-12
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Blessing of the PetsSaturday, October 3, 2026 For more infomation visit:
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Fall Lay Ministry ClassesLast Day to Register is Sept. 20 2026 Fall Lay Servant Ministries School (Northern District)Open to all districts! An opportunity for Lay Servant Ministries (LSM) courses is available this fall in the Northern District on five consecutive Sundays (October 4th to November 1st), from 2 PM to 4 PM, at Edinboro UMC (113 High Street, Edinboro, PA 16412). Course offerings include:
Registration closes Sunday, September 20th. Payment of $20 (cash or check payable to WPAUMC) is due to the Northern District Office (P.O. Box 175, Edinboro, PA 16412) before the start of the school. For more infomation visit:
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ConcertPresented by Jim Ross & Nancy Helmreich - Sunday, September 20, 2026 Jim Ross & Nancy Helmreich will present a concert on September 20, 2026 at 7pm at Conneaut Lake Presbyterian Church (145 South 5th St., Conneaut Lake PA 16316). ALL ARE WELCOME! For more infomation visit:
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Adult Sunday School
The adult Sunday school class meets after worship and invites people of varying beliefs to attend our discussion on the Social Principles of the United Methodist Church.
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Ride for the RefugeAnnual Event to Raise Funds to End Homelessness in NWPA - Monday, September 7, 2026 GET READY TO RIDE IN 2026!Help end homelessness for families with children! Please join us for EUMA’s 27th Annual Ride for The Refuge! On September 7th we are challenging riders to raise money to end homelessness for families with children at EUMA’s Refuge Emergency Shelter. Music by Veterans will be performing again! WHERE - Shades Beach, Harborcreek PA WHEN - Registration opens at 6:45 am. 100k ride begins at 7:00 am, others begin at 8:30 am. CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE - pick a route and distance that's comfortable for you - there are 3 options: 25k, 50k, and 100k. Note: Food will be available from 10-12:30pm
REGISTRATION FEES - $45 per adult (16 years old and up), $35 per youth (up to 15). For more infomation visit:
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Summer HoursChurch Office The church office will be open for Summer Hours from July 27-September 7.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9AM-12PM
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Boiler Replacement FundA Message from Buddy the Boiler Our Boiler Fund project is underway and we are feeling the warmth of your generosity as we are already raised more than $49,000 of our goal of $82,000. If you would like to read a message from our old boiler, Buddy, please click on the link below. If you would like to help us meet our goal, please mail your check to the church at 956 S. Main St., Meadville PA 16335 or visit stoneumc.org/give to give online. THANK YOU! For more infomation visit:
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Celebrating This WeekBirthdays & Anniversaries HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Eric Ziegler Joseph Tomlinson Carter Karns Ashley Lang HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! Jim & Carolyn Turnbull |
CountersAugust 23, 2026 Jim Ross, Sue DeArment |
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Big Band ConcertFirst UMC of Erie Celebrates 200 Years |
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WPA Civil Rights Journey 2027Registration Now Open Join Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball and other clergy and laity from around the western Pennsylvania Conference for an immersive, engaging journey of exploration and learning about the history and ongoing impact of the Civil Rights Movement on this life-changing seven-day bus tour experience. You'll learn about key moments in the movement, systemic changes, and hear from leaders who were there, as together we journey toward greater understanding and action as an important part of what it means to be disciples of Jesus Christ.
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EmpowHER 2026A Leadership Conference for Women, Clergy & Laity The WPAUMC Discipleship Task Force is excited to invite women leaders, laity and clergy, to this leadership conference that aims to bring women together to affirm their call, build grace-filled relationships and mutual support, and equip hearts, minds, and hands to take the next faithful step in their mission and ministry. Register today at wpaumc.org For more infomation visit:
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