ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH REV. KENNETH P.

MOORE, 21291
THREE NOTCH ROAD, PO BOX 341, LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653
MAY 2019

Our Mission - Trained, prepared, equipped servants of Jesus

Christ providing intentional, responsive, proactive, flexible and precise
ministry in our church, community, nationally and internationally.
Zion United
Methodist
Church
Rev. Kenneth P.
Moore, 21291 Three
Notch Road, PO Box
341, Lexington Park
MD 20653

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“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper
time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” Galatians 6:9

Expansion Project Updates

As of 03/31/19 the account total was $138,370.35.
Continue giving your monetary gifts as we approach
our second phase of acquiring the required building
permits. If you have an idea/suggestion for a
fundraiser, please contact Min. Tony Branch.
Admin council next meeting is schedule for May 21st,
2019. However, if there is something that requires us
to get together prior to the next schedule meeting,
please let me know. We can conduct meeting via
phone conference or in person.

…for God loveth a cheerful giver !!!Have a blessed and wonderful day!!!
2 Corinthian 9:7 Sister Stephanie M. Lee, Admin Council Chairperson
!ALL ARE WELCOME!

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ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH REV. KENNETH P. MOORE, 21291
THREE NOTCH ROAD, PO BOX 341, LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653
MAY 2019

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

New Members' Class: Date TBD. All new members

are highly encouraged to attend, as well as any Zion
members who have not attended a new member's
class in the past. This class will provide information
about the history of the United Methodist and its
beliefs, the administrative structure of the United
Methodist Church, specifics of ministries at Zion, and
other detailed information. Please contact Sister
Sheila Milburn for additional info.

Worship Ministry: If you are interest in leading

worship service occasionally as a Worship Leader,
please contact Pastor Bruce. Training will be
provided. (Date/Time TBD).

Audio/Video Ministry: If you are a “technical gadget”

kind of person, Zion is seeking you to be a member of
its newly established Audio/Video Ministry.
Members will be trained to operate our current audio
system and future replacement audio/video systems.
Duties include assisting in the operation of the
systems during worship services and special events. If
interested, please contact Brother Ike Harris or
Brother Roy Myles.

Seniors Ministry: Sister Lendora Moon (chairperson)

is looking to establishing a monthly get-together. If
you would like to participate, please send her an
email at henginfranklin@gmail.com or call her at
(301) 862-1070.

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ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH REV. KENNETH P. MOORE, 21291
THREE NOTCH ROAD, PO BOX 341, LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653
MAY 2019
Other Opportunities to Serve:
Admin Council – Recording Secretary
Christian Education – Chair
Homecoming – Chair – Date Aug. 25th
Pastor Anniversary – Chair – Date:TBD
Vacation Bible School – Chair - Date Jun 24th – Jun
28th
Upcoming Events at a Glance
May 19th Women’s Day Celebration
Sister Deborah Hutchins, Chair
Notary Service
Notary Service is now available at ZUMC. Please
contact Pastor Moore for an appointment.
Appointments can be done after worship service.
Praise Report
‘Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for
another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent
prayer of a righteous man availeth much’. James 5:16
Bible Study Information
2 Timothy 2:15 “Study to shew thyself approved
unto God, a workman that needeth not be
ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth,”
KJV
Youth Bible Study – First Sunday
Wednesday Bible Study - Pastor Bruce Jackson
will facilitate the class. Come out, bring your Bibles
and your questions. Spend an hour gaining knowledge
and a better understanding of God's Word. You are
guaranteed to receive a blessing...
Women’s Bible Study – Meet 2nd and 4th
Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 PM. Minister
Sheila Milburn will facilitate. Come on out!
Brother ’s Only Bible Study
The “Brothers Only” Bible Study will meet only on
the fourth Monday of each month Pastor Bruce
Jackson will facilitate. Come on out!
Sunday School - Sunday at 9:30 AM
KEEPING IT HEALTHY – Mother Florence Lanham
ALTAR FLOWERS
Remember your loved ones with a special
arrangement. Adorn the sanctuary with your gift.
If someone requests flowers for the altar (e.g.
birthday, graduation, or any personal event) the
payment for the flowers must be received by the
following Sunday. This does not include flowers
budgeted for Women’s Day, Men’s Day, etc.
Altar flowers for all occasions, including special
events, may be purchased for $35 (tax incl.).
Please contact Sis. Janie Hunter at (H)
301.863.7114 or (C) 301.904.9182 to place your
order.
PASTOR’S OFFICE HOURS
By appointment, please call in advance
(301) 247-8636. All calls will be returned
within 24 hours, unless specified as an emergency.
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THREE NOTCH ROAD, PO BOX 341, LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653
MAY 2019

27 She looketh well to the ways of her household, and

eateth not the bread of idleness.
Todays Thought 28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her
husband also, and he praiseth her.
Virtuous Woman 29 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou
excellest them all.
Proverbs 31:10-31 30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a
woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.
10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is 31 Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own
far above rubies. works praise her in the gates.
11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her,
so that he shall have no need of spoil. Conference Call Number
12 She will do him good and not evil all the days of
her life.
13 She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly Please use the following number and access code
with her hands. for all future telephone conference calls: Dial-in
14 She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her number is: (515) 604-9926; access code is:
food from afar. 729389#; host PIN is: 3484. If you have questions,
15 She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth please contact Pastor Bruce.
meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.
16 She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the
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fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
17 She girdeth her loins with strength, and New announcements for the Courier need to be presented
strengtheneth her arms. at the Administrative Council for approval. Please email
18 She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her your written announcements to Sis. Ophelia King at
candle goeth not out by night. hwy2h7@aol.com and Pastor Bruce Jackson at
19 She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands bruce.jackson@navy.mil by the 25th of each month.
hold the distaff. The Good News Courier can be found on Zion’s
20 She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she websites: https://zionumclexpark.weebly.com or
reacheth forth her hands to the needy. www.zionumclp.org.
21 She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for
all her household are clothed with scarlet.
22 She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her
clothing is silk and purple.
23 Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth
among the elders of the land.
24 She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and
delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
25 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall
rejoice in time to come.
26 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her
tongue is the law of kindness.

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