Newsletter Archive: The Church Bell
Named after our iconic bell and bell tower, The Church Bell has been used over the years to share stories of our faith community. We hope you’ll enjoy this look back at some of the photos, information, and inspirations shared in each issue.
May-June 2021
Highlights of the May-June 2021 issue include:
● We’re back open for in-person worship!
● Pastor’s Update
● Stewardship Sundays & “Why I Give”
● Peace with Justice Sunday, May 20
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January - February 2021
Highlights of the January-February 2021 issue include:
● New “Faith in Conversation” discussion group on Wednesdays
● Our church’s historic bell - a trip down memory lane
● We have a long history of supporting food pantries!
● Photos of our handbell choir bringing Christmas to Susanville
● Should United Methodists be involved in politics?
● Wow! Mission and Evangelism Giving for 2020
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november - december 2020
Highlights of the November-December 2020 issue include:
● An easy spiritual exercise: “Good morning Jesus.”
● Leadership includes discipleship which is key for our future.
● Our HOPE Food Pantry continues growing; see the photos.
● Learn how you can share Christmas warmth near and far.
● In Memoriam – We mourn the recent loss of three beloved members.
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september - october 2020
Highlights of the September-October 2020 issue include:
● A new spiritual exercise to help you perceive God’s presence around you.
● Our HOPE Food Pantry is now an official partner of the Food Bank of Northern Nevada!
● Updated plans for our safe return to in-person worship.
● Leadership: Priesthood?!?
● Consolidated Governance means more effective and efficient operations.
● Social Media – Learn how you can help us connect with more people.
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July - August 2020
Highlights of the July-August 2020 issue include:
● We start with a Gratitude Exercise you can do alone or share with the family.
● Our HOPE Food Pantry is taking off like a rocket; photos show our progress.
● Learn about our plans to return to in-person worship while staying safe.
● Leadership: 3 Simple Rules
● Our annual fireworks sale was a wild success, and everyone had a blast!
● Race Relations – We have great resources for learning and reconciliation.
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May - June 2020
Highlights of the May-June 2020 issue include:
● We’ve added numerous pages to our website including a way to donate online
● Our new HOPE Food Pantry is up and running; thank You Lord!
● We’re moving Pastor Charles to full-time effective June 01; thank You Lord!
● Learn more about our seasonal worship color and the history of Pentecost.
● The Methodist Church’s Social Creed explains our concern for justice - locally and globally.
● And MUCH more!
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April 2020
Highlights of the April 2020 issue include:
● Due to the Covid-19 virus, we have canceled on-site meetings including worship.
● But we have ADDED online worship, Bible Study, and Coffee with the Pastor - all using Zoom video meeting software.
● Read about the great work that UMCOR (the United Methodist Committee on Relief) is doing.
● UMC General Conference has moved to 2021; stay tuned for dates.
● Share your prayer requests with us online; click here to send them to us.
● And MUCH more!
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