Join us in worship this Sunday, June 1, 2025
Online or in person, we would love to have you!
9:00 a.m. - Traditional Worship In Person & You Tube
10:00 a.m. - Christian Education
11:00 a.m. - Contemporary Worship In Person & You Tube
Acts 16:16-40
The Ministry of Reconciliation: Speaking Truth in Love
We are streaming the 9:00 (traditional) and 11:00 (contemporary) worship services live on YouTube only. Prelude music for traditional worship will begin at 8:50 A.M.
You do not need a YouTube account in order to see and hear either service. Just go to youtube.com/@wellumc and click the live video at the top of the page.
Not able to tune in live? No problem -- video recordings will be available on the church's website wellumc.org, and on our YouTube page, so please join us any time!
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Open Circle Sunday School Class Invites You to Join Us for Special Guest Speaker…
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Michele Augustine
Navigation Services of Georgetown
Sunday, June 1 – 10:00
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Have you ever seen an unhoused person on the street and thought, “They just need to get a job!”? Did you know you can’t get a job without an ID? You can’t rent an apartment without an ID. You can’t get government benefits such as Social Security or VA without an ID. You can’t get a birth certificate without an ID and you can’t get an ID without a birth certificate. And you can’t get any of these without a street mailing address, which you can’t get ..you guessed it…without an ID.
The unhoused face many obstacles on their road to getting their lives back on track because they have no means to navigate the systems in place. That’s where Navigation Services of Georgetown comes in to help!
Join us on Sunday, June 1 at 10:00 in the church office area to hear Michele Augustine tell us how this non-profit assists the unhoused with whatever needs they may have. You’ll find out about the systemic problems, as well as how our Christian community can help. For more information, contact Beverly Smythia at 409-351-8332 or bsmythia@gmail.com.
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TRANSforming Church Culture:Becoming Trans Inclusive
What is it?
During two Sunday afternoon sessions, we will cover some basic truths about transgender people and learn how the bible beckons us to support transgender folks in our community. In our first session, we will begin with a meet and greet, and then reflect on the use of language and the importance of ensuring safety and autonomy for our trans neighbors. And in our second session, we will expand our focus to reflect on experiences of trans individuals both inside and outside our walls.
Who is it for?
This training is for those who have some awareness of trans justice but are wanting to go from allies to advocates, as well as exploring how Wellspring can be a more welcoming place for God's children of any gender.
When and where?
This event will take place at Wellspring on two Sunday afternoons in June. In order to invite as much participation as possible, we will determine the dates based on availability of those who register.
How do I sign up?
To sign up, visit: https://forms.gle/T9uMLp27tXLmP2FT6
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Special Offering - Reconciling Ministries Network
This June, Wellspring celebrates our 8 year anniversary as a member of the Reconciling Ministries Network (RMN). Learn more about RMN here.
While our denomination has made great strides toward inclusiveness there is still much work to do in order for us to live into that spirit. Your support of RMN moves us in that direction!
To donate, mark your special offering "RMN." Thank you in advance for your support.
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Wellspring Shirts This Sunday!
We will be taking new orders on t-shirts this Sunday. You can also order by emailing Becky Houser at beckyhouser1@gmail.com.
Adult sizes - $20
Youth sizes - $15.
Since it's our Reconciling Anniversary this week, if you already have a t-shirt, this is a great week to wear it and show your support for all (and all means ALL) God's children!
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Wellspring has a wonderful opportunity for our congregation to engage with the children attending the YMCA Camp Brightwell on our campus this summer. We are helping on Wednesdays with the campers during their lunchtime. Help lead and be a part of their lunch (brown bag) with children of all ages.
Sign up here https://tinyurl.com/3355x45z
Or talk to Pastor Jessica and/or Frank Jr for more information.
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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL HAPPENINGS,
June 1
10am, Sundays
(zoom options available, contact individual classes)
Hearts Transformed Class, Rm 203, 2nd Floor
This class studies the weekly worship sermon...
“The Ministry of Reconciliation: Speaking Truth in Love”
Acts 16:16-40
When we belong to Christ, we are truly free. Free to love our persecutor while also speaking the truth. Free to allow Christ to work through us. Free to do the work of Reconciling Ministries in the midst of harms and threats around us.
Contact Neal Baumwart (nbaumwart@hotmail.com) or Ronna Keagle (rrkeagle@gmail.com)
Chapel Dwellers, Rm 112, 1st Floor
Adult Bible Studies: Living Faith
“Reading Other People’s Mail”
1Cor 1:1-3; 16:13-24
This week we will consider how our faith community is interconnected with the body of Christ worldwide.
Contact Nancy Foster (ngfoster51@gmail.com) or Cliff Barkley (cobycliffordb@gmail.com)
Open Circle, Office Suite, 2nd Floor
Guest Speaker Michelle Augustine, from Navigation Services of Georgetown
NSG helps the unhoused in Georgetown navigate the systems in place to receive an identification, employment, and housing.
Contact Beverly Smythia (bsmythia@gmail.com)
Journey with Joy, Rm 204 (Chapel), 2nd Floor
is joining the Open Circle class this week (see above)
Contact Dolly Shubert (dollyshubert@yahoo.com)
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| Prayer Requests
for healing:
Barbara Sandberg
For all our needy
Wellspring staff
Chris and Julie Sloan (baby Abigail)
Earthquake in Myanmar
Cathy Wyman
Our houseless, for our visitors, our nation
Justice in our country
Please be sure to fill out the Prayer Concern form for prayer requests or you may email Pastor Jeff, smithj@wellumc.org or the office at admin@wellumc.org.
Names will remain on this published list for six weeks unless otherwise requested.
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Church Office
The Church office is open Monday - Thursday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. The office is closed on Fridays. If you need to reach someone please email, admin@wellumc.org.
If you need to reach Pastoral Care please call: 512.630.0965.
Church mailing address:
PO Box 1969
Georgetown, Tx 78626
Pastor Jeff's Blog
Want to know what's on our pastor's mind? Check out his blog. You can also subscribe to receive future updates.
Pastor Jessica's Blog
Reflections on God's extraordinary grace in the midst of ordinary life. Check out her blog. You can also subscribe to receive future updates.
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All Are Welcome, All Are Accepted, All Are Loved, and All Means ALL
(512) 930-5959
Reverend Jeff Smith, Senior Pastor
www.wellumc.org | contact: admin@wellumc.org
Wellspring - a United Methodist Community of Faith.
6200 Williams Drive | Georgetown, Texas 78633
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