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Christian Thought Leaders
Speaker Series
An ongoing dialogue to help Christians find our
place in an increasingly secular society
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Bill McCartney – Dr. McCartney is a retired
pastor, serving at Epworth-Euclid United Methodist Church, among
others. He is a former Canton District Superintendent, long time
delegate to General Conference and a professor at the Methodist
Theological School in Ohio.
Topic: “Discipleship: Following the Footsteps of
Christ”
This topic will discuss reflections on the Gospel of
Christ and the legacy of John Wesley — and how we often resist that
heritage in ways that diminish our own discipleship and also undermine
the ultimate vitality of the Church.
Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m.
Admission is free and attendance is open to the
entire community
Solon United Methodist Church
5540 SOM Center
Road Solon, OH 44139
440-248-1573
Note: The opinions expressed during this speaker
series are presented to stimulate thought and do not necessarily
reflect views of Solon United Methodist Church or its members.
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Annual Rummage Sale
June 5, 6 & 7,
2008
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Vacation Bible School
July 13--17, 2008 6-9:00 pm
For ages 3 -- 5th grade
Cost is Free
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John's Island Mission Trip
July 26 -- August 1, 2008
SUMC sends a caring group of volunteers
every year to work on rebuilding or repairing homes through South
Carolina Rural Mission. Through the support of many churches
such as SUMC their goal is to eliminate substandard housing in the Sea
Islands. All are invited to participate. For additional
information or if you have questions, contact the church office at
440-248-1573.
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FAITH NIGHT EVERY TUESDAY
On Tuesday, January 8th Faith Night
began here at SUMC. During our first Faith Night semester (10weeks –
Jan 8-March 11) we will offer two courses. A
Life Worth Living will be offered along with Alpha. We will begin
each night with a meal at 6:30 and then move to separate rooms for our
classes.
ALPHA
Alpha is a ten-week opportunity to explore the validity and
relevance of the Christian faith for our lives today. It is a
practical introduction to the basics of Christianity with loads of
opportunity for debate and discussion. The style of Alpha is informal,
friendly and non-pressured.
Each week people meet together for a meal, a talk on topics
such as: "Who is Jesus?" "Why Did Jesus Die?"
"How Can I be Sure of My Faith?" and "Does God Still
Heal Today?" This will be followed by small group interaction.
There is a
day or weekend retreat midway through the course, which focuses on the
person and work of the Holy Spirit.
WHO
IS ALPHA FOR?
- Those
wanting to investigate Christianity.
- New
Christians. (Alpha is a great place for us to invite
friends who are not involved in a church.)
- Those
who feel that they have never really got going as a Christian.
- Newcomers
to the church.
- Those
who want to brush-up on the basics.
