On Mar 27, 2020, at 4:45 PM, Howard, K <khoward@wnccumc.net> wrote:
Hello Team West Bend,
I sure hope you are all doing well or for those who have been ill, getting better.
Just in case you didn’t receive my phone call yesterday, I wanted to be sure to let you know that I have decided to halt all of our public gatherings and even practices for the time being. It was a difficult decision but it was based on much prayer and collaborative efforts. There are many in the high risk category within our church family and it just seems wise to practice social distancing at this time so that we do not carry contagions unaware to anyone we come in contact with on the way to or from the church.
It may be helpful for you to continue to check the Randolph County website for valuable information that impacts our community at large. This will help us to continue to make informed decisions and I hope it will be of benefit to you. http://www.randolphcountync.gov/
On that website you will learn who’s at risk:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications.html
The declaration of the State of Emergency:
AND of particular note for us, the Proclamation for a Day of Prayer on April 6.
While gatherings in the West Bend church building have been suspended, the ministry of the church still continues on. We are still sending meals out to the homeless on Tuesdays, giving messages on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sunday morning worship and trying to keep connected and keep the building maintained. Though we cannot meet in person, we are still counting on you to contribute to the mission of the church. I truly appreciate those who have faithfully mailed in your tithes and offerings as well as those who have begun to give through our online giving app. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your gifts will ensure that the ministry continues and that the church is still healthy when we are able to gather again.
You can also help with your presence. Please turn to our Facebook page on Sunday mornings at 11:00 for a Facebook live worship experience. Invite your friends to watch as well and to like our page. You never know if someone may be looking for a church home when we can all gather again and they may decide West Bend is the church to come to.
Also, frequently check our website and Facebook page as we will keep updates and any additional messages I offer where you can access them on these sites. We are all in this together so that we can be together again soon.
Stay well. Wash your hands. Social distance. BUT please stay in touch and let me know if you need anything.
Every Blessing,
Pastor Kari
Rev. Kari Howard
Pastor
West Bend UMC
Asheboro, NC
Uwharrie District
NCDOT POSTPONES SMALL GROUP MEETING FOR U.S. 64 IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
ASHEBORO – State transportation officials have postponed a small group meeting for the U.S. 64 improvements project in Randolph County in response to the coronavirus threat.
Governor Roy Cooper recently declared a state of emergency over the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak and the World Health Organization labeled COVID-19 as a pandemic.
In the interest of public health, the N.C. Department of Transportation has postponed the small group meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 24 at West Bend United Methodist Church until further notice. Project officials will present the latest proposed designs at a later date.
For more information, contact NCDOT Project Manager Melanie Nguyen at mqnguyen@ncdot.gov or (919) 707-6607.
SMALL GROUP MEETING FOR U.S. 64 IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT POSTPONED
The small group meeting for the U.S. 64 improvements project in Randolph County scheduled to take place here today has been postponed due to the coronavirus threat.
Governor Roy Cooper recently declared a state of emergency over the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak and the World Health Organization labeled COVID-19 as a pandemic. In the interest of public health, the N.C. Department of Transportation has postponed the small group meeting until further notice. Project officials will present the latest proposed designs at a later date.
For more information, contact NCDOT Project Manager Melanie Nguyen at mqnguyen@ncdot.gov or (919) 707-6607.
Sundays
9:30 AM Young Adults Sunday School
9:45 AM Sunday School
11:00 AM Worship
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Enjoy this video of our feeding ministry “Table of Grace.” All are welcome to join us on Tuesdays from 12 PM until 1 PM for Great Food and Great News!
Cooking with God VBS
The Young Adults Class will be hosting a Cooking with God VBS for kids grades 6-12. The dates will be June 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21 and a celebration on Sunday, July 26. Registration is first come first serve. If there is a large interest we will be hosting a second class on June 17, 24, July 8, 15, and 22.
Visiting Shut-Ins & Nursing Homes
Young Adults Class will be visiting nursing homes and shut ins the first Sunday of the month. If you would like to go with us, you are more than welcome.
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