ANNOUNCEMENTS
2026 Flower Chart: The flower chart for next year is up on the bulletin board. If you are interested in providing flowers for our worship service, pick a Sunday and write your name.
Souper Bowl Lunch: On Super Bowl Sunday, the kitchen turns into a simmering stadium as the annual soup cook-off kicks off. Crockpots line the counters like rival teams, each one bringing its own playbook of flavors—hearty chili blitz the senses with a spicy kickoff, creamy potato soup runs a smooth, velvety offense, and chicken noodle delivers a classic, reliable drive straight down the field. As you all do the tasting, the air will be thick with steam, spice, and competition, proving that on Soup-er Bowl Sunday, the real victory is found somewhere between the broth, the bite, and the final whistle. On Soup-er Bowl Sunday, February 8th following Sunday School, grab your crockpot of soup and join us for fellowship, food, and a little healthy competition.
Confirmation Beginning: Confirmation is our discipleship program for youth 8th grade and older as they consider church membership. They have the opportunity to explore the history and beliefs of the church, learn about God, and investigate their faith development. After the series, each person chooses whether they want to become a member of Germantown Methodist Church. There will be an Orientation session for Confirmands and Parents on Sunday, February 22nd during Sunday School. If you are interested, contact Gary or the church office.
Upcoming Kids’ Event In February!: All kids and grandparents are invited to an UNO card game “tourney” on Sunday, February 22nd, from 5:30-7 PM! (“Grands” will be home in time for “60 Minutes!) If you know your colors and can hold possibly a dozen cards in one hand, then you are welcome to join us for some church family fun, snacks, and refreshments! There will be a sign-up sheet next Sunday, just so we can get a general count of the number of people who will attend. We hope to see lots of kids with grandparents there!!
Volunteer Opportunity: LifeWise is a released-time religious instruction program that exists to reach public school students with the gospel during the school day. Under a little-known release time law, students may be released from public school to attend religious instruction, provided the program is held off school property, is privately funded, and has parental permission.
We are seeking individuals who are passionate about helping connect students and their families to the broader ministry of our local partner churches. There are many ways you can get involved. We are currently looking for prayer partners, team leaders, teachers, van drivers, and volunteers.
CONTACT PASTOR GARY IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HELPING
GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Donations For St. Paul UMC: We continue to accept household items (no furniture) and clothing in good, usable condition. Items may be placed in the coat closet near the media booth. Please have items labeled “mission”. Our faithful volunteers, Dale White & Don Berger, deliver these items to St. Paul UMC where they are made available to those in need.
C.A.M.P. January/February Wish List: Soup, Crackers, Tuna/Chicken. Personal Care & Cleaning Products are always needed & welcome. If you are able, grab one or two extra items when you go to the store.
Ashram Coming to Germantown
Have you heard the testimonies for youth and adults about the Christian Ashram in West Virginia, checked out a brochure, then thought about attending, but ended up staying home? Well, now you can enjoy your own bed (and bathroom) and experience the Ashram right here!
The first Southwest Ohio Christian Ashram will be held at GMC March 13-14. It will be a time for you to leave you busy life behind to find a new rhythm of life focused on Jesus. At an Ashram, we open our hearts to God and each other and come home refreshed and full of joy. The disciplines we practice at a Christian Ashram can transform the way we live all year long!
It will begin on Friday at 5:30 PM and conclude Saturday by 9 PM. The cost is $40 per adult ($35 for Grades 4-7) and includes four meals. A brochure is on the Welcome Desk. We strongly encourage you to signup. See Gary or Myra for more information.