Fourth Sunday of Easter

Message from Pastor Mori 

Ravenswood Fellowship United Methodist Church The Weekly Newsletter    Message from Pastor Mori Dear RFUM family As I take in the breathtaking sight of blooming flowers in the Japanese Garden, I can't help but feel the energizing presence of Spring !!  I just had to reach out to you today and emphasize the connection between worship, relationships, and the super important role of hospitality in our faith community. Worship is like the beating heart of our spiritual life as United Methodists. It's this sacred time when we all come together to shower our love, gratitude, and praise on our incredible Creator. Through worship, we get to experience God's presence and feel inspired to take our relationship with God to a whole new level. And the hospitality is totally central to both worship and relationships. It goes way beyond just being friendly—it's all about sharing love, making everyone feel included, and creating spaces where people can encounter God's amazing love and find their own place to belong. When we show hospitality, we're not just talking the talk; we're walking the walk of Christ's love and actively building God's Kingdom right here on earth. So, mark your calendars for Saturday, May 06 because I want to  invite you to join us for the Northside Co-op Leadership Training! This will be a fantastic opportunity to learn about worship, build relationships, and explore the essence of hospitality. We are thrilled to offer you an opportunity to connect with the leaders of the Northside Co-op, learn from their experiences, and become an integral part of our community. Lunch will be provided, so all that is needed is your enthusiasm! The Leadership Training is open to everyone. Please register using the following link (Click here). May the Holy Spirit guide and empower us as we engage in worship, foster relationships, and practice hospitality. Let us be a community that embodies the core beliefs and values of the United Methodist Church, reflecting the reconciling and transformative power of Christ to the world !!  Blessings MORI  Give on PayPal   Community Info & Link                                                                 This Sunday (April 30) Parking Alert  The upcoming event known as the "Ravenswood Run" is a 5K race scheduled to occur this Sunday, April 30th. The course of the race will pass directly in front of the church and throughout the surrounding neighborhood !! It is important to note that parking restrictions will be strictly enforced during the event. In previous years, the race has typically concluded before the start of the worship service at 10:30 am. However, it is worth mentioning that the streets around the church will be temporarily blocked off. To ensure a smooth experience, it is advisable to anticipate potential traffic issues and explore alternative parking options. For more details regarding the specific route of the race, please visit here                  Join us on Saturday, May 06 for the Northside Co-op Leadership Training! We are excited to provide you with a chance to meet the Northside Co-op leaders, learn from them, and become a part of our community. This is a great opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and network with like-minded individuals. Lunch will be provided, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm! We can't wait to see you there! Leadership Training is open to everyone here is the registration link -Here                                         If you would like to explore more about what you believe and engage in conversations about how we live out our faith consider joining us for this mini series: "Adulting with Grace: revisiting confirmation class!" We will meet for four Tuesdays at 7pm beginning April 25. Email Pastor Hope for more details: pastorchernich@gmail.com.  Next class date : May 02 Tuesday 7:00 PM  Place : Grace Church of Logan Square ( 3325 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60647)                             Last indoor play day, 4/29/23! Join us for our last Indoor Play Day before the weather gets nice!From 10am to 12pm at 3325 W Wrightwood Ave we'll be on the third floor gym for a play day! We will have a space for kids 5 and under to play and coffee for grown ups. Free with a $5 suggested donation. Register here: https://forms.gle/sB6ftpUhSayhUFZo9                                                "Fill the Truck" With Disaster Relief Supplies The NIC Board of Global Ministries is collecting disaster relief kit items for Midwest Mission. Collect items from their list of most-needed items and bring them to the mission truck parked outside Annual Conference. Learn more here.                  Scripture Reader & Worship Leader  Sign-ups                                                               We have changed the Sunday worship service to include a worship leader, as well as a scripture reader. If you are interested in assisting with either of these parts of worship service, please sign up using the following link:   - Sunday worship Leader (Call to worship/ Opening Prayer/ Prayer of Dedication)    Sign-Up Here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0449A9AE2AABFB6-worship    -  Scripture Reader (First and Second Scripture )        Sign-Up Here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0449A9AE2AABFB6-scripture         Coffee Hour Sign-ups      We have begun to have a light coffee hour following worship service on the first and third Sunday's each month.  If you would like to sign up for a coffee hour (bring a light snack and serve beverages) please sign up by clicking here                             RFUMC Building Ministry     Ravenswood Fellowship UMC May Calendar click Here. Church Room Reservation Form  (to request use of the common areas of the church) Click Here                                                            Links for Worship          Join Zoom worship by going to this link at 10:30 AM on Sunday: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81576290322 Meeting ID: 815 7629 0322 One tap mobile  +13092053325,,81576290322# US Want prayer? During our Prayers of the People, we will read your prayer requests. Submit your prayer requests here. Download. Get your bulletin Here. Missed last week? Check out the Facebook Live video on our page here.      Give on PayPal Our mailing address is: 4511 North Hermitage Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 Contact us at: ravfelumc@yahoo.com (773) 561-2610 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

Third Sunday of Easter

Message from Pastor Mori 

Ravenswood Fellowship United Methodist Church The Weekly Newsletter    Message from Pastor Mori Dear RFUMC Family  As we celebrate Earth Day and reflect on our responsibility to care for the environment, I am reminded of the words from Psalm 24:1, which says, "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it." This verse reminds us that God is the creator and owner of everything on this earth, and we are simply stewards entrusted with its care. It is our responsibility to protect and preserve the environment, not only for our own benefit but also for the benefit of future generations. On the Earth Day, we will be hosting a church decluttering project on Saturday, April 22nd from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Ravenswood Fellowship UMC. We have ordered a dumpster and plan to clean out the church to create a more welcoming and hospitable environment for all who enter. We invite you to join us for this important project. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your work gloves. We also recommend wearing sneakers as we will be moving items and cleaning. As we work together to declutter and clean, we will reflect on our relationship with the environment and our responsibility to care for God's creation. We will pray for wisdom and guidance as we seek to be better stewards of the earth. So come join us on Earth Day as we work to restore our church and care for the environment. Together, we can make a difference and honor God with our actions !!  I hope I can see you all.  Blessings Mori    Give on PayPal   Community Info & Link                                                           April 22 Saturday 11:00-1:00 PM at Ravenswood Fellowship UMC  Join us for Dumpster Day! We need your help to clean out our building and create a more welcoming environment for all. Let's work together to make our space a place of hospitality and warmth. Every hand counts, so don't miss this opportunity to make a difference. See you there!                                     Join us on Saturday, May 06 for the Northside Co-op Leadership Training! We are excited to provide you with a chance to meet the Northside Co-op leaders, learn from them, and become a part of our community. This is a great opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and network with like-minded individuals. Lunch will be provided, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm! We can't wait to see you there! Leadership Training is open to everyone here is the registration link -Here                                         If you would like to explore more about what you believe and engage in conversations about how we live out our faith consider joining us for this mini series: "Adulting with Grace: revisiting confirmation class!" We will meet for four Tuesdays at 7pm  beginning April 25. Email Pastor Hope for more details: pastorchernich@gmail.com                       Scripture Reader & Worship Leader  Sign-ups                                                               We have changed the Sunday worship service to include a worship leader, as well as a scripture reader. If you are interested in assisting with either of these parts of worship service, please sign up using the following link:   - Sunday worship Leader (Call to worship/ Opening Prayer/ Prayer of Dedication)    Sign-Up Here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0449A9AE2AABFB6-worship    -  Scripture Reader (First and Second Scripture )        Sign-Up Here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0449A9AE2AABFB6-scripture         Coffee Hour Sign-ups      We have begun to have a light coffee hour following worship service on the first and third Sunday's each month.  If you would like to sign up for a coffee hour (bring a light snack and serve beverages) please sign up by clicking here                             RFUMC Building Ministry     Ravenswood Fellowship UMC April  Calendar click Here. Church Room Reservation Form  (to request use of the common areas of the church) Click Here                                                            Links for Worship          Join Zoom worship by going to this link at 10:30 AM on Sunday: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81576290322 Meeting ID: 815 7629 0322 One tap mobile  +13092053325,,81576290322# US Want prayer? During our Prayers of the People, we will read your prayer requests. Submit your prayer requests here. Download. Get your bulletin Here. Missed last week? Check out the Facebook Live video on our page here.      Give on PayPal Our mailing address is: 4511 North Hermitage Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 Contact us at: ravfelumc@yahoo.com (773) 561-2610 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.