First Steps – March 29, 2021

 
When Jesus had finished saying all these things, he said to his disciples, “As you know, the Passover is two days away—and the Son of Man will be handed over to be crucified.” Then the chief priests and the elders of the people assembled in the palace of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas, and they schemed to arrest Jesus secretly and kill him. “But not during the festival,” they said, “or there may be a riot among the people” (Matthew 26:1-5).
 
What do you do when you know your days are numbered?

This week is Holy Week where we slow down and focus on the last few days of Jesus. What do you do when you know your days are numbered? For Jesus, it was surrender, submit, and willingly suffer. I wonder if I could do the same.

As you journey through Holy Week, ponder the question, “What do you do when you know your days are numbered?” See the acts of Jesus through the lens that he was fully aware of his approaching death.  It didn’t sneak up on him, he willingly accepted it.  How great a love!
 

 

This Week’s Readings:
  • Monday – 1 Timothy 2
  • Tuesday – 1 Timothy 3
  • Wednesday – 1 Timothy 4
  • Thursday – 1 Timothy 5
  • Friday – 1 Timothy 6
Please Pray for:
  • Families in crisis.
  • Loved ones battling illness.
  • Those seeking to find their way.
  • The St. Paul Church family and our ministries.
  • The United Methodist Church family.
  • Our leaders, our country, and our world. 

 


“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6

Episode 24: A House for God

Mama and the Rev (SPUMCColumbus)
Mama and the Rev (SPUMCColumbus)
Episode 24: A House for God
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Hosts: Emily Trotter and John Fugh, Jr.

One of the characteristics of God that is absolutely mind-boggling is that He deliberately chooses to use His broken creation to be instruments of His grace and love where His Kingdom is declared and revealed. In this episode we take a look into the life of David when he wanted to build the Lord a Temple.

Feel free to reach out to us at podcast@spumccolumbus.com.

Connect: March 27 – April 3, 2021

CONNECTING THROUGH WORSHIP & PRAYER

Sunday, March 28 | “The Key to Fulfillment”
w/ Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
LIVE In-Person Traditional Worship @8:30AM and @11AM in the Sanctuary (M260).

Sunday, March 28 | “Having Loved, He Loved”
w/ Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
LIVE In-Person Contemporary Worship @11AM in the Fellowship Hall (M220).

Online Pre-Recorded Worship @ 9AM & 1PM
Live Streamed Worship @11AM
Click here to join our online worshiping community.

CONNECTING OUR YOUTH

Sunday, March 28 | SPY Sunday School
w/ Laura Marvets & Logan Ogletree
@10AM / Lounge downstairs in the Youth Building.

CONNECTING OUR CHILDREN

All Children’s Online events will be posted on St. Paul Kids Instagram account each week – Be sure to check in online every week!

Sunday, March 28 | Children’s Sunday School (All Ages)
@10AM / Youth Building & Main Church Building
Contact Sally Key Bowden for more information about class locations, teachers, etc.

Sunday, March 28 | Children’s Sermon
w/ Sally Key Bowden @9AM, 11AM, & 1PM / Online Worship Service.

CONNECTING THROUGH SMALL GROUPS

Sunday, March 28 | Seekers Class (M234)
w/ Mary Lou Jarrell @10AM. Contact Mary Lou for more information.

Sunday, March 28 | Bridges Class (M235)
w/ Mark Ellis @10AM. Contact Mark for more information.

Sunday, March 28 | Wildwood Class (M232)
w/ Evelyn Barfield @9:45AM. Contact Evelyn for more information.

Sunday, March 28 | Welcome In Class (Y104)
w/ Buddy Cooper @10AM. Contact Buddy for more information.

Sunday, March 28 | New Covenant Class (Y101)
w/ Michelle Hudson @10AM. Contact Michelle for more information.

Sunday, March 28 | Library Class (Y202)
w/ Tim Farmer @10AM. Contact Tim for more information.

CONNECTING THROUGH BIBLE STUDIES

Tuesday, March 30 | Grace’s Bible Study
Magrey R. deVega’s “Embracing The Uncertain”
w/ Grace Bailey @10AM in room M232 (earlier time due to Holy Week)
Register in-person attendance by email to Grace Bailey.

Tuesday, March 30 | Spring Harbor Bible Study
The Book of Joshua
w/ Rev. John Fugh @4PM at Spring Harbor at Green Island.
Contact John for more information.

“The Work of the Holy Spirit” On-Demand Study
w/ Emily Trotter and Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
All episodes can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“The Celebration of Discipline” Complete Series
w/ Tommy Bridges and Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The entire series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

CONNECTING THROUGH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP


Monday, March 29 thru Thursday, April 1 | Holy Week Devotional w/ Lunch
Devotional at 12 Noon each day in the Fellowship Hall.
***Soup and Sandwich Lunch before the noon devotional from 11:30-12:00 OR after from 12:30-1:00, served in Fellowship Hall – $8.00 per person.

Wednesday, March 24 | Family Night Supper Take Out Style
5:30PM – 6:30PM, Drive-thru in the Wildwood Avenue Circle Drive.

Now on Wednesdays, you can enjoy your takeout supper at home or have a “Picnic on the Quad,” when the weather permits. If your family plans to dine on the Quad, be sure to make your supper reservations as usual. You can still pay for and pick up your meals in the circle, then park to enjoy dining and fellowship in your lawn chairs or at the tables set up in the Quad. Or if you prefer to park first then walk to pick up your meals, that’s absolutely fine.

***Reservations required by 5:00PM on Mondays and can be placed by calling the Church Office (706)327-7419 or simply send an email to Kathy Hollon. The price is $8 per box (same box for adults and children) with a max of $25 per family.
Menu for this Wednesday: Hamburger steak w/ onions & peppers, green beans & potatoes, cornbread, and apple pie.

Thursday, April 1 | Maundy Thursday Worship Service
@6:30PM in the Fellowship Hall with Stations of the Cross

CONNECTING THROUGH GIVING

It is your generosity that allows us to do what we do. Every bit helps, so thank you so much for contributing to the ministries of St. Paul UMC. In order for you to make your online donation, click here.