6/13/25 CRFUMC Email Blast
- Matt Franks
- Jun 13
- 5 min read
Join us this Sunday Morning
8:30 a.m. Outdoor Chapel
(To be held indoors if the weather is not favorable)
10:00 a.m. Modern Service In Sanctuary
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Check out the June Newsletter
You can find it at https://www.fumccr.org/newsletter
Upcoming Events
June 11-14: UMC Mountain Sky Annual Conference, St. Andrews UMC, Highlands Ranch
June 22: Capstone Meal Group potluck following second service
July 20: Between services, prepare water bottles for the Fair Parade
June 19: Men’s Lunch Group aT PEGASUS, 11:30am
June 29: One service 10 am with John Redmon leading music
June 29th Retirement Party for Donna Murray and Nancy Docksey Following Service
July 26: Douglas County Fair Parade, 9:30 am
Knot Again will NOT meet in the month of June. If you have been hoping to join this group and are not on Kari Sorah’s mailing list, please contact her to be sure the group is meeting ( kasorah@yahoo.com )
Reminder: One Service at 10 am with John Redmon leading music.
One of Colorado’s premier inspiration artists, John returns to perform his uplifting music at our June 29 service, offering original hymns, Gospel music, and much more. He has toured all over the United States and England with his inspirational messages found in both word, song, instrument, and voice. His charm, professionalism, passion for both humankind and his music along with his disarming, radiant smile and infectious laugh makes him an audience favorite.
Following the Service we will have a celebration of Retirement for Donna Murray and Nancy Docksey
Updated Help and Hope Numbers
So far this year we have been able to collect 1,338 lbs of items for Help and Hope.
Photo Directory Assistance
Pastor Matt is looking for a few people to help with updating photos and data in the church online directory. If you are able to help, please let him know.
“Play Ball!” VIPP needed for a Vibes GAme
We are looking for someone to be our Very Important Point Person for a Rocky Mountain Vibes baseball game anytime they are playing in Colorado Springs this summer. If you would like to put this together, check out their group info: https://www.vibesbaseball.com/Group_and_Hospitality/Group_Outings
Prices are reasonable and groups of 20 or more receive a discount. As usual, we can find a bus driver to provide transportation for those who prefer not to drive.
Latest Cookbook Up-date:
At its last meeting the Cookbook Team decided to go with just one size for our church cookbook — a large-print, spiral bound, 8 x 11 booklet. At a cost of $10, this cookbook they make great gifts for the cooks in your family. A new sign-up sheet at the welcome center reflects this change and those who pre-ordered any version of the cookbook remain on the list. This wonderful cook book includes many recipes for the dishes served at our church potlucks and auctions as well as the recipes archived in previous church cookbooks. Photos, prayers and many wonderful food quotes have been included. Copies will be available for pick-up in late August. Use the sign-up sheet to pre-order a cookbook . . . or two or three.
Dinner Groups Capstone Potluck:Everyone who was part of a dinner group this past year will want to celebrate with the larger group at a potluck following the 10 am service on June 22. Help with set-up and clean-up is always appreciated. Contact Pastor Matt at matt.franks@fumccr.org
Outdoor Service Assistance: If you can help with set-up and take-down of materials used during our outdoor service this summer, please sign-up at the welcome center or let Pastor Matt know.
Be a Very Important Point Person: Have an idea from an event be a VIPP: What is a VIPP: The Very Important Point Person program provides a path for volunteers to organize social and educational events such as outdoor activities, museum trips, and concerts. Interested individuals can sign up at the Welcome Center to become a VIPP for one activity. For more info about this check with Pastor Matt
We have a lot going on at CRFUMC so go to www.fumccr.org and click on the weekly eblast to see more events. Opportunities for Community Fellowship
The Town of Castle Rock, the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, and surrounding
communities of Sedalia, Larkspur, Castle Pines, and Parker offer something every
weekend this summer — outdoor concerts, farmer’s markets, car shows, July 4th
fireworks, and much more. These outdoor events provide great opportunities to meet up
with friends for a while and enjoy our near-perfect summer weather. Search “summer
events” in the community of your choice and consider these links for more information:
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Weekly Readings from https://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/
Monday: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
Tuesday: Psalm 8
Wednesday: Romans 5:1-5
Thursday: John 16:12-15
Quote for the Week
We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.
Weekly Prayer
God of compassion In the face of challenges that seem insurmountable, I place my trust in you. I know the toughest of times. Grant me the hope to see possibilities where others see obstacles, and the faith to persevere in the midst of adversity. With your love as my shield, I am ready to confront any challenge with resilience and determination. Thank you for being my rock and my fortress. Amen
Loving God we lift up to you
The United Methodist Church
Mountain Sky Annual Conference
Bishop Kristen Stoneking,
Our Pastors and Staff
Little Blessings Families
For those impacted by storms across our nation
Leona and Garrett Mathes, sister and brother-in-law to Chuck Bailey
Maxine Ferguson
Connie Berry, cousin of Denny Pottenger
Anne Shuman
Nick Roy, brother of Cheryl Smith
Teresa Kindt, daughter of Ken and Gayle Kindt
Gayle Kindt
Sheldon Lewis, brother of Rose Andrade
Carleen Mendez
Barb Christensen
Josh Burd, friend of the Pottenger family
Terry Tomlinson
Rosa Meeser mother of Vince Molieri
Joan Williamson, long time friend of Louise Molieri
Family of Bill Hurst
Family of Perry Jeyes
Family of Joyce Mendez
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