Oct
7
Sun
World Communion Sunday
Oct 7 – Oct 8 all-day

World Communion Sunday

Sunday, October 7

Starting at the International Date Line in the Pacific Ocean and continuing around the world as the day goes on, Christians of many countries anddenominations will be sharing the loaf and the cup and reflecting on their oneness in Christ on Sunday, October 7.

As a way of helping illustrate World Communion Sunday, the Worship Committee asks you to bring any  Bibles in a foreign language that you may have. These Bibles will be placed on the Communion Rail for our worship service.

 

Oct
15
Mon
UMW Meeting
Oct 15 @ 11:00 pm – Oct 16 @ 12:30 am

The women and friends of the Hartland UMC will meet on Monday,October 15th, 7:00 p.m. at the Church. Vivian Lemon and Laura Walker will provide the refreshments.

Do you feel like Mary or Martha? We will discuss Luke 10:38-42.

On the agenda: The Turkey Dinner, Cookie Walk and Craft Sale and we will have a lesson on proper use of the kitchen.

I look forward to an exciting journey.

Becky Toth

 

Oct
23
Tue
Half-Day of Prayer
Oct 23 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Half-Day of Prayer
Oct 23 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Half-Day of Prayer
Oct 23 @ 8:00 pm – Oct 24 @ 12:00 am
Oct
27
Sat
Cass Community Lunch
Oct 27 @ 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Our next opportunity to serve lunch to the Cass  Community will be on Saturday, October 27th. There is  a sign –up sheet on the bulletin board for food and for volunteers to help serve.

 

Nov
3
Sat
Turkey Dinner
Nov 3 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Annual Turkey Dinner

Adults: $12.00
Children 6-12: $5.00
Children under 6: Free
Reservations: Vivian (810 629-6142 or Church Office (810) 632-7476
All profits to go to various charities—local and world wide

Nov
18
Sun
All Church Potluck
Nov 18 @ 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
2012 Church Conference
Nov 18 @ 5:15 pm – 6:30 pm

Our Annual Church Conference is scheduled for 12:15 p.m. on Sunday, November 18th, in the sanctuary. Everyone in our Church Family is invited to attend this meeting where we set our course—spiritually, financially and personnel-wise– for the coming year.

Our District Superintendent , Rev. Mark Spaw, will present the message  during worship that morning. Following worship, we will have an All Church Potluck. Rev.  Spaw will meet with the Staff/Pastor Parish Relations Committee at 11:30 a.m. and the  Conference will begin at 12:15 p.m. in the sanctuary.

 

Dec
8
Sat
Christmas Celebration
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

2012 Livingston County Christmas Celebration

The Annual Christmas Celebration is a day for our local families in need of
assistance to experience the loving embrace of our local churches. The celebration is a fun-filled afternoon for these families with many activities. This year will be the third year Hartland UMC has been blessed to participate in this event. What you will give is a little of your time and talents, but what you will receive is a day and a holiday season filled with joy and hope.

This is a wonderful and fulfilling opportunity to bring God’s Kingdom to our neighbors in need during the Christmas season! Please see Sue LaRoy if you have any questions.

1 Timothy 6:18—
”Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share.”

Jan
1
Tue
One Year Bible Challenge
Jan 1 @ 5:00 am – Feb 1 @ 4:45 am

Read about our One Year Bible Challenge in Pastor Paul’s blog, “Bucket List for 2013 – Already?

There are three ways to participate in reading through the Bible in one year.

  1. If you have an electronic device (smart phone, ipod, ipad, etc…), you can download a free Bible app called “YouVersion.tv”. Just search for “Bible” and install the free Bible app on your electronic device. Then go to reading plans and choose “The One Year Bible”. This can also be downloaded onto a windows 8 computer, at no cost. Go to www.youversion.com and follow the directions to download to your computer.
  2. You can purchase through the Hartland UMC church a physical copy of The One Year Bible. The cost for this will be $11.00 per copy. If you cannot afford to purchase a Bible, just ask as there is scholarship money available for a Bible. This uses the New Living Translation, which is one of the most readable translations of the Bible on the market today.
  3. The final way is to simply use your own Bible and we will provide a reading plan that follows The One Year Bible, so we will all be on the same plan. The key will be for you to have a Bible that is easy to read.

We plan to have “drop-in” classes each week to review and discuss the week’s readings – watch for the schedule beginning in January.

Join us on our journey!

Jan
6
Sun
The Bible in 28 Days
Jan 6 @ 1:45 pm – 2:30 pm

January 6 through January 27, Pastor Paul Gruenberg will lead the Adult Class using Kay Arthur’s study, “Lord Teach Me to Study the Bible in 28 Days.” Arthur teaches the inductive Bible study method, which begins with knowing how to mark your Bible in order to really “unlock the meaning” in the scripture. This class will provide the foundation for following studies of specific books in the Bible and increase the scriptural foundation for all of the church’s activities.

Jan
13
Sun
Crazy Bingo – Genesis Adult Fellowship
Jan 13 @ 12:00 am – 2:00 am

The Genesis Adult Fellowship Group will be playing Crazy Bingo on Saturday, January 12th, at the home of Ron and Fran Warthman, 1497 Thorn Ridge, 517-546-4004.

Crazy Bingo works like this: Everyone attending brings a wrapped white elephant prize; when someone bingos, they select a wrapped gift and open it. After all the gifts have been unwrapped, the fun begins. When you bingo from then on, you can take whatever gift you would like!

Those who will becoming are asked to sign up on the bulletin board and to bring a snack to
share. If you have any questions, please see Fran Warthman or Darcie Westbrook.

The End Times
Jan 13 @ 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

The Mayan Calendar said the world would end on 12/21/2012.

Why didn’t that happen?

 Join us for a 5-part series which will explore what the Bible has to say on the end times. We will answer questions like:

  • Why an end?
  • Do we know when?
  • The timetable of last days.
  • What Jesus says will happen.
  • The terrible Day of the Lord.

Beginning January 13, 2013

Sunday mornings at 10:00 am

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Jan
17
Thu
Finance Committee
Jan 17 @ 11:00 pm – Jan 18 @ 12:00 am
Jan
18
Fri
Administrative Council
Jan 18 @ 12:00 am – 2:00 am
Jan
20
Sun
United Methodist Men
Jan 20 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

The Hartland United Methodist Men will meet on Sunday, January 20th, 8:00 a.m., for the monthly breakfast meeting. At this meeting they will be planning for the 2013 events.

All men and friends of Hartland United Methodist Church are invited to join in this time of good fellowship and good food while serving their church.

 

The End Times
Jan 20 @ 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

The Mayan Calendar said the world would end on 12/21/2012.

Why didn’t that happen?

 Join us for a 5-part series which will explore what the Bible has to say on the end times. We will answer questions like:

  • Why an end?
  • Do we know when?
  • The timetable of last days.
  • What Jesus says will happen.
  • The terrible Day of the Lord.

Beginning January 13, 2013

Sunday mornings at 10:00 am

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Jan
27
Sun
The End Times
Jan 27 @ 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

The Mayan Calendar said the world would end on 12/21/2012.

Why didn’t that happen?

 Join us for a 5-part series which will explore what the Bible has to say on the end times. We will answer questions like:

  • Why an end?
  • Do we know when?
  • The timetable of last days.
  • What Jesus says will happen.
  • The terrible Day of the Lord.

Beginning January 13, 2013

Sunday mornings at 10:00 am

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Feb
3
Sun
The End Times
Feb 3 @ 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

The Mayan Calendar said the world would end on 12/21/2012.

Why didn’t that happen?

 Join us for a 5-part series which will explore what the Bible has to say on the end times. We will answer questions like:

  • Why an end?
  • Do we know when?
  • The timetable of last days.
  • What Jesus says will happen.
  • The terrible Day of the Lord.

Beginning January 13, 2013

Sunday mornings at 10:00 am

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Feb
10
Sun
The End Times
Feb 10 @ 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

The Mayan Calendar said the world would end on 12/21/2012.

Why didn’t that happen?

 Join us for a 5-part series which will explore what the Bible has to say on the end times. We will answer questions like:

  • Why an end?
  • Do we know when?
  • The timetable of last days.
  • What Jesus says will happen.
  • The terrible Day of the Lord.

Beginning January 13, 2013

Sunday mornings at 10:00 am

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Feb
14
Thu
Ash Wednesday Service
Feb 14 @ 12:00 am – 1:00 am

Ash Wednesday Service, February 13th, will be at the All Saints Lutheran Church, on M-59. The service will begin at 7:00 p.m.

The choirs from Hartland UMC and All Saints will be joining together for this service.

Feb
15
Fri
W.O.W. Girls Night Out!
Feb 15 @ 11:00 pm – Feb 16 @ 3:00 am

Got Crafts? (or other “Stuff” to catch up on?)

Join us for W.O.W. Girls Night Out!

What: Come “Work On Whatever!”
(card making, scrapbooking, organizing photos, coupon clipping, jewelry making, knitting,
crocheting, quilting, needlework, craft items for next year’s Cookie Walk, etc.) We will
provide table space. Please bring your own crafting items and a snack to share.

When: Friday, February 15, 2013, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Where: Hartland United Methodist Church – Armstrong Hall.

Questions, see Becky Toth or Darcie Westbrook.

Mar
2
Sat
Cass Community Lunch
Mar 2 @ 2:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Our next opportunity to serve lunch to the Cass Community will be on Saturday, March 2nd. There will be a sign –up sheet on the bulletin board for food and for volunteers to help serve.

 

Mar
3
Sun
History Channel: The Bible
Mar 3 @ 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

The Bible is an epic five-week, 10 hour television miniseries premiering Sunday, March 3rd, on the History Channel. For two hours each Sunday night viewers will see the Bible from Genesis to Revelation come to life in a way never seen before. The final episode will air on Easter Sunday, March 31, and will feature the death and resurrection of Jesus.

The Hartland U.M.C. is encouraging everyone to watch this special series. Pastor Paul will be preaching on the episodes during worship. If you do not get the History Channel, folks will be opening their doors so that you can watch with them. Or, you can just invite your friends and neighbors to come and watch with you and then come with you to church on Sunday to get a deeper understanding.

Week One: The Beginning—Noah, Abraham through Jacob, Israel beginning
The Exodus—Pharaoh, Moses, Red Sea and Ten Commandments.

Week Two: The Homeland – Joshua, Samson, Judges, David & Goliath
The Kingdom – David, Saul and Solomon.
Week Three: The Survival— Zedekiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel, Jews return to Jerusalem
The Revolution—Roman, birth of Christ, John the Baptist and Jesus and Peter.

Week Four: The Mission—Pharisees, Jesus, miracles, Disciples
The Betrayal—Last Supper, Judas, Peter’s Denial.

Week Five: The Passion—Nicodemus, Caiaphas, Pilate, Crucifixion, Resurrection
The Courage—Jesus returns, Holy Spirit comes, Disciples die, John survives death, exiled to Patmos, Revelation.

Be watching for more details. You won’t want to miss this event!

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Mar
10
Sun
History Channel: The Bible
Mar 10 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am

The Bible is an epic five-week, 10 hour television miniseries premiering Sunday, March 3rd, on the History Channel. For two hours each Sunday night viewers will see the Bible from Genesis to Revelation come to life in a way never seen before. The final episode will air on Easter Sunday, March 31, and will feature the death and resurrection of Jesus.

The Hartland U.M.C. is encouraging everyone to watch this special series. Pastor Paul will be preaching on the episodes during worship. If you do not get the History Channel, folks will be opening their doors so that you can watch with them. Or, you can just invite your friends and neighbors to come and watch with you and then come with you to church on Sunday to get a deeper understanding.

Week One: The Beginning—Noah, Abraham through Jacob, Israel beginning
The Exodus—Pharaoh, Moses, Red Sea and Ten Commandments.

Week Two: The Homeland – Joshua, Samson, Judges, David & Goliath
The Kingdom – David, Saul and Solomon.
Week Three: The Survival— Zedekiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel, Jews return to Jerusalem
The Revolution—Roman, birth of Christ, John the Baptist and Jesus and Peter.

Week Four: The Mission—Pharisees, Jesus, miracles, Disciples
The Betrayal—Last Supper, Judas, Peter’s Denial.

Week Five: The Passion—Nicodemus, Caiaphas, Pilate, Crucifixion, Resurrection
The Courage—Jesus returns, Holy Spirit comes, Disciples die, John survives death, exiled to Patmos, Revelation.

Be watching for more details. You won’t want to miss this event!

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Big Brother Big Sister Bowl for Kids’ Sake
Mar 10 @ 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm

This is the signature fund-raiser for Livingston County’s Big Brother Big Sister program. Please support our bowlers with your pledges and prayers. Come out on Sunday to Striking Lanes and cheer on our two teams.

Mar
17
Sun
History Channel: The Bible
Mar 17 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am

The Bible is an epic five-week, 10 hour television miniseries premiering Sunday, March 3rd, on the History Channel. For two hours each Sunday night viewers will see the Bible from Genesis to Revelation come to life in a way never seen before. The final episode will air on Easter Sunday, March 31, and will feature the death and resurrection of Jesus.

The Hartland U.M.C. is encouraging everyone to watch this special series. Pastor Paul will be preaching on the episodes during worship. If you do not get the History Channel, folks will be opening their doors so that you can watch with them. Or, you can just invite your friends and neighbors to come and watch with you and then come with you to church on Sunday to get a deeper understanding.

Week One: The Beginning—Noah, Abraham through Jacob, Israel beginning
The Exodus—Pharaoh, Moses, Red Sea and Ten Commandments.

Week Two: The Homeland – Joshua, Samson, Judges, David & Goliath
The Kingdom – David, Saul and Solomon.
Week Three: The Survival— Zedekiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel, Jews return to Jerusalem
The Revolution—Roman, birth of Christ, John the Baptist and Jesus and Peter.

Week Four: The Mission—Pharisees, Jesus, miracles, Disciples
The Betrayal—Last Supper, Judas, Peter’s Denial.

Week Five: The Passion—Nicodemus, Caiaphas, Pilate, Crucifixion, Resurrection
The Courage—Jesus returns, Holy Spirit comes, Disciples die, John survives death, exiled to Patmos, Revelation.

Be watching for more details. You won’t want to miss this event!

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Mar
24
Sun
History Channel: The Bible
Mar 24 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am

The Bible is an epic five-week, 10 hour television miniseries premiering Sunday, March 3rd, on the History Channel. For two hours each Sunday night viewers will see the Bible from Genesis to Revelation come to life in a way never seen before. The final episode will air on Easter Sunday, March 31, and will feature the death and resurrection of Jesus.

The Hartland U.M.C. is encouraging everyone to watch this special series. Pastor Paul will be preaching on the episodes during worship. If you do not get the History Channel, folks will be opening their doors so that you can watch with them. Or, you can just invite your friends and neighbors to come and watch with you and then come with you to church on Sunday to get a deeper understanding.

Week One: The Beginning—Noah, Abraham through Jacob, Israel beginning
The Exodus—Pharaoh, Moses, Red Sea and Ten Commandments.

Week Two: The Homeland – Joshua, Samson, Judges, David & Goliath
The Kingdom – David, Saul and Solomon.
Week Three: The Survival— Zedekiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel, Jews return to Jerusalem
The Revolution—Roman, birth of Christ, John the Baptist and Jesus and Peter.

Week Four: The Mission—Pharisees, Jesus, miracles, Disciples
The Betrayal—Last Supper, Judas, Peter’s Denial.

Week Five: The Passion—Nicodemus, Caiaphas, Pilate, Crucifixion, Resurrection
The Courage—Jesus returns, Holy Spirit comes, Disciples die, John survives death, exiled to Patmos, Revelation.

Be watching for more details. You won’t want to miss this event!

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Mar
31
Sun
History Channel: The Bible
Mar 31 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am

The Bible is an epic five-week, 10 hour television miniseries premiering Sunday, March 3rd, on the History Channel. For two hours each Sunday night viewers will see the Bible from Genesis to Revelation come to life in a way never seen before. The final episode will air on Easter Sunday, March 31, and will feature the death and resurrection of Jesus.

The Hartland U.M.C. is encouraging everyone to watch this special series. Pastor Paul will be preaching on the episodes during worship. If you do not get the History Channel, folks will be opening their doors so that you can watch with them. Or, you can just invite your friends and neighbors to come and watch with you and then come with you to church on Sunday to get a deeper understanding.

Week One: The Beginning—Noah, Abraham through Jacob, Israel beginning
The Exodus—Pharaoh, Moses, Red Sea and Ten Commandments.

Week Two: The Homeland – Joshua, Samson, Judges, David & Goliath
The Kingdom – David, Saul and Solomon.
Week Three: The Survival— Zedekiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel, Jews return to Jerusalem
The Revolution—Roman, birth of Christ, John the Baptist and Jesus and Peter.

Week Four: The Mission—Pharisees, Jesus, miracles, Disciples
The Betrayal—Last Supper, Judas, Peter’s Denial.

Week Five: The Passion—Nicodemus, Caiaphas, Pilate, Crucifixion, Resurrection
The Courage—Jesus returns, Holy Spirit comes, Disciples die, John survives death, exiled to Patmos, Revelation.

Be watching for more details. You won’t want to miss this event!

Miss a Sunday? Catch up with the series here!

Apr
24
Wed
Staff/Pastor Parish Relations Committee
Apr 24 @ 11:00 pm – Apr 25 @ 12:30 am
May
2
Thu
National Day of Prayer
May 2 @ 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Our sanctuary will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. so that you may come and pray for as long you would like throughout the day. You may stay for as long as you would like. We will have prayer guides available for you to use.

Jun
1
Sat
Konsza/Ransom Wedding
Jun 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jun
9
Sun
Finance Committee
Jun 9 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Jun
19
Wed
Praise Band
Jun 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Jun
22
Sat
Cass Community Lunch
Jun 22 @ 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm

We have the opportunity to serve lunch to the Cass Community will be on Saturday, June 22nd. There will be a sign–up sheet on the bulletin board for food and for volunteers to help serve.

 

Jun
30
Sun
Pasta for Juan
Jun 30 @ 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm
Pasta for Juan

Help the Hartland United Methodist Church Youth support Juan for the next year. Juan is a boy from Guatemala that we have been supporting for the past five years. The money that we send through Compassion International provides food, clothing, books and Christian Education for Juan, his parents, grandparents, and three siblings. We also send birthday and Christmas presents.

 Menu includes: Pasta with three sauces, bread sticks, salad, and homemade chocolate chip cookies.

Price:

  • Adults $10
  • Children under 10 years $5
  • or sponsor Juan for a month for $36

 Date: June 30th lunch served at 11:15 or join us for worship service at 10:00

 We look forward to serving you!

 No reservations are necessary, but you can help us plan by letting us that you plan to attend and how many will be in your party using the RSVP link below. Thank you!

RSVP

Jul
27
Sat
Districtpalooza 3!
Jul 27 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Ann Arbor Districtpalooza 3 being held at the Chelsea Retirement Community, 805 W. Middle Street, Chelsea.

Come see if you can keep up with them!

Great Music and Snacks. No agenda, just fun!

Aug
5
Mon
Vacation Bible School
Aug 5 @ 10:00 pm – Aug 6 @ 12:00 am

heroes unmasked

August 5 through August 8, 6-8pm

Bible heroes Daniel, David, Elijah, Esther, Noah, Moses, and Jesus will help share God’s love! Let’s help kids have tons of fun and learn all about some of the Bible’s mightiest champions.

Aug
6
Tue
Vacation Bible School
Aug 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

heroes unmasked

August 5 through August 8, 6-8pm

Bible heroes Daniel, David, Elijah, Esther, Noah, Moses, and Jesus will help share God’s love! Let’s help kids have tons of fun and learn all about some of the Bible’s mightiest champions.

Aug
7
Wed
Vacation Bible School
Aug 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

heroes unmasked

August 5 through August 8, 6-8pm

Bible heroes Daniel, David, Elijah, Esther, Noah, Moses, and Jesus will help share God’s love! Let’s help kids have tons of fun and learn all about some of the Bible’s mightiest champions.

Sep
4
Wed
Choir Practice
Sep 4 @ 10:45 pm – Sep 5 @ 12:00 am
Sep
7
Sat
Cass Community Lunch
Sep 7 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We have the opportunity to serve lunch to the Cass Community will be on Saturday, November 16th. There will be a sign–up sheet on the bulletin board for food and for volunteers to help serve.

 

Cass Community Lunch
Sep 7 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We have the opportunity to serve lunch to the Cass Community will be on Saturday, November 16th. There will be a sign–up sheet on the bulletin board for food and for volunteers to help serve.

 

Membership Class
Sep 7 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Are you ready to take the next step in your faith journey – by joining the Hartland United Methodist Church? If so, please talk to Pastor Paul and plan to attend this informative class. New members will be received on Sunday, September 8th.

The Purpose Driven Life Kick Off
Sep 7 @ 10:00 pm – Sep 8 @ 1:00 am

purpose driven lifeJoin us as we begin a 40 day Church Wide Study to find the answers to the most basic questions in life everyone faces: “What am I here for?” and “What is my purpose?” To answer, says Rick Warren (author of The Purpose Driven Life), the starting place must be with God and His eternal purposes for each life. Real meaning and significance comes from understanding and fulfilling God’s purposes for putting us on earth. Starting Saturday, September 7th, we will have a special kick off t our 40 day Purpose Driven Life campaign beginning with Dogs and 3 more D’s. 6:00 p.m. – Hot Dogs, Dips for chips and desert for dinner. 6:30 p.m. – a message from Rich Warren to begin our 40 day journey to understanding our purpose. We will be using Rick Warren’s book “The Purpose Driven Life” as our guide through this 40 day journey of discovery.

Oct
8
Tue
Staff/Pastor Parish Relations Committee
Oct 8 @ 11:00 pm – Oct 9 @ 12:30 am
Oct
20
Sun
Purpose Driven Life Celebration Potluck
Oct 20 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

All are invited to join those who have completed reading and discussing  The Purpose Driven Life for a Celebration Potluck on Sunday, October 20th at 11:30 a.m.  If you will be attending, please bring a dish to pass, your table service and a beverage. Everyone is welcome!

Oct
24
Thu
Lay Leadership Committee
Oct 24 @ 11:00 pm – Oct 25 @ 12:00 am
Oct
27
Sun
Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity
Oct 27 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Nov
3
Sun
Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity
Nov 3 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Lay Leadership Committee
Nov 3 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Nov
10
Sun
Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity
Nov 10 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Nov
17
Sun
United Methodist Men
Nov 17 @ 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm
Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity
Nov 17 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm