There will be a Church Council meeting after the service on Sunday, March 16.

Core52:  A Fifteen-Minute Daily Guide to Build Your Bible IQ in a Year.  Core52 is an essential resource for individuals and groups who want to build confidence in God’s Word. Think of Core52 as a fast-pass to biblical literacy, calling for 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week, for 1 year. If you are keeping up with doing the Core 52 reading with the congregation, this week we are on Chapter 9 (Finding Happiness) and the key memorization scripture is: Psalm 1:1-3

We will kick off a new sermon series on February 9^th titled:  “Next Steps:  Growing in Spiritual Disciplines.”  This is a 4-week series that is designed to light a fire in our congregation to grow in our spiritual maturity. We will have a Devotional Bible study that will coincide with this sermon series: Thursdays @ 9:00 a.m. (Sunday School room) and 6:30 p.m. (Parsonage).  The 6:30 study will also be provided via Zoom for those who cannot attend in person. If you are interested in attending, please sign up at the table in the back of the multi-purpose sanctuary starting January 19, 2025.  There will also be handouts provided at the sign-up table for you to take home.

^NKJ Exodus 17:12 But Moses’ hands became heavy; so they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it. And Aaron and Hur supported his hands, one on one side, and the other on the other side; and his hands were steady until the going down of the sun. Stay tuned for more information to come out soon about this new ministry at Chaires Methodist Church…A&H

Choir practice is on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Now is the time to join if you would like to be a part of our new blended worship service. For more info, contact:  Gerry Nielson (321-652-5361 gerryniel@gmail.com)

We are starting a new pet ministry here at Chaires. Currently, we are looking for people to fulfill ministry objectives in two specific areas.

• Community Pet Pantry: Located at Lake Jackson United Methodist Church, the third Saturday morning of each month to dispense food for pets.
• Pet Bereavement: We are looking for volunteers to provide spiritual support for people facing the tough decision of euthanizing a pet.

Call or email Sheila Novak to learn more about how you can serve. 850-591-4171, sheiladoerr@bellsouth.net

Join us Saturday, March 29, 2025 (10:00 AM–Noon), for a soul-nourishing gathering with the Women’s Group! We’ll begin with a wonderful devotion led by Maggie Hall, offering us the opportunity to reflect, connect, and grow together in faith. Afterward, stay for fun as Mary Alice Linzy demonstrates the art of chocolate making! Whether you’re a chocolate enthusiast or simply love learning new things, this hands-on activity promises to be sweet and memorable. Mary Alice brings creativity and enthusiasm to the table, making it a delightful experience for everyone. Come ready to fill your heart with inspiration and your hands with chocolatey goodness. Bring a friend, your Bible, and maybe an apron—because this morning is sure to be as meaningful as it is fun! Y’all come!

Our next showing will be on March 14, 2025, at 8:00 pm and it will be “Moon to Blood” – Season 4 Episode 3

Our pastor will be providing a Lenten Bible/Devotional Study that will coincide with our Lenten sermon series on Thursdays @ 9:00 a.m. (Sunday School room) and 6:30 p.m. (Parsonage).  The 6:30 study will also be provided via Zoom for those who cannot attend in person. If you are interested in attending, please sign up on the table in the back of the multi-purpose sanctuary starting February 9, 2025.  There will also be handouts that you can take home for study.

It is not too far off to be putting on your calendar events for this year’s Holy Week.  Below are dates, times, and brief descriptions of things coming up.  More information will be given as we get closer to the dates.

• April 13^th (10:00 am) Palm/Passion Sunday Service
• April 17^th (7:00 pm) Maundy Thursday Service- This will be held in the historic sanctuary and communion will be served.  This also has a reader’s theater that will need volunteers.
• April 18^th (7:00 pm) Good Friday Service- This will be held in the historic sanctuary and will be a retelling of the betrayal and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
• April 19^th (9:00 am – 9:00 pm) Black Saturday prayer vigil.  We will be hosting 12 hours of prayer in the historic sanctuary and will be asking members of the congregation to sign up for 1-hour slots.

Looking ahead please mark your calendars for our special Easter Sunrise service that will be held on April 20, 2025, @ 6:45 am on the property of Johnny & Penny Pentrandis.  Stay tuned for more information.