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| Welcome Grow Serve Celebrate
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TONIGHT!
One of our core values at Parkway Hills is "celebrate," because we believe in a God of joy who delights in all that God has made and calls us to share life together. One of the ways we make connections is around the table. We hope you join us tonight, Wednesday, July 22 at 6:00 pm for a Fried Chicken potluck. The church will provide the fried chicken and drinks. You bring the sides and desserts. See you there, and reach out and invite a friend to join us!
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Beds for Kids
The TOMBS group reports that "the five-bed delivery went well Monday. There were 11 kids seated on two sofas along the wall, and they respectfully watched as we set up the beds, then joined in as we prayed over the beds. One of the best bed deliveries ever."
And six beds on Tuesday! That’s 11 more children with a new bed to sleep in!
The TOMBS group is one of our partners in Beds for Kids to help with the building and delivery of the beds.
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| During July, we are hearing from some of our PHUMC members as they share what their go-to VBS story would be and why. I hope this time together brings back some good VBS memories of your own and inspires you to reflect on your own go-to VBS story.
July 26: Rev. Vickie White, preaching
--Dawn
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| Promotion Sunday, August 2
Join us for this special Sunday within the life of our church as our students and teachers prepare for a new school year. Rising 5th and under, meet in the Garden Room at 9:30 am for a gathering time before moving into your new classrooms. Bridge (rising 6th and 7th) meet in the Bridge room at 9:30 am for doughnuts.
During worship we will hand out Kindergarten and 3rd Grade Bibles, pray over our teachers and students, and have a special guest preacher. Rev. Susannah Grubbs Carr, Dean of the Chapel and Director of Church Relations at Millsaps College, will share the message "Our Backpack of Faith."
The fun continues with a waterslide and ice cream sundae party for rising 5th and under from 3:00 to 5:00 pm and an Escape Room for the youth. Youth must register for the Escape Room here by Sunday, July 26. Hope to see you at church Sunday, August 2! Reach out and invite a friend to join us.
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| PHUMC Choir summer vacation is over!
Choir practice returns Sunday, August 2 @ 5:30 in the choir room.
If you've been thinking about joining our choir, now is the time!
See David or any choir member for more information.
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| Third Annual Adult VBS Wednesday, August 12
The world has grown smaller. People of different cultures, traditions, and faiths are no longer distant strangers. They are our neighbors, coworkers, classmates, and friends. As followers of Christ, how do we remain deeply rooted in our own faith while learning to live with wisdom, grace, and love alongside people whose beliefs differ from our own?
Join us for our Third Annual Adult Vacation Bible School hosted by St. Luke UMC as we explore what faithful Christian living looks like in a beautifully diverse world. The day will include engaging conversation, special music, creative activities, good food, and a few surprises sure to bring laughter and joy.
About Our Speaker
The Rev. Andy Andrews is an Episcopal priest, Delta native, and gifted bridge-builder. He has served congregations across Louisiana, Tennessee, and Mississippi, and most recently led the Diocese of Mississippi's Beloved Community initiative, bringing people and churches together for conversations and work toward racial reconciliation.
Andy now serves as the Interfaith Organizer for the International Museum of Muslim Cultures AND clergy leader at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Jackson.
Drawing on that experience, Andy - along with friends from the museum - will introduce us to the story of Mississippi's Muslim community, offer practical insights into living faithfully in a religiously diverse society, and invite us into the kind of neighborly relationships that help communities flourish.
Andy combines deep wisdom with warmth, humor, and genuine compassion. We think you'll leave both encouraged and inspired.
We will meet at Parkway Hills UMC at 9:15 to carpool to St. Luke. Event is from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm with lunch included. St. Luke has their own registration but we ask that you register through Parkway Hills so we can handle payment and transportation for our group. Cost is $10.
Click here or call the church office by Saturday, August 1.
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| Sunday Morning Summer Fun
During the summer months our PHUMC kids met together in the Garden Room at 9:30 for a time of faith development and fun. Throughout July, they will discover ways to use their own voices to share about Jesus as they look at characters found in the Book of Acts.
July 26: Doughnut Sunday
Sunday, August 2: Promotion Sunday; Meet in the Garden Room at 9:30 am for gathering time before dividing into classrooms. During worship we will hand out Kindergarten and 3rd grade Bibles as well as pray over our kids as a new school year begins. Rising 5th and under, join us back from 3:00 to 5:00 pm for waterslides and ice cream sundaes. Parents must stay.
We always need volunteers to aid with our kids' ministry. For more information about any of our kids' ministry events contact Jennifer.
*All volunteers must submit a background check before volunteering with children and youth.
To stay connected to all KID MIN events, get the Remind app and text @phumcc to 81010.
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Bridge News
Friday, July 31- Saturday, August 1: Confirmation Retreat at Camp Wesley Pines. One of our first events with our confirmands is a retreat all about the Bible, what the Bible is, what it is not, and how we read and understand certain areas of the Bible. Cost is $45. You can pay and secure your spot here.
Sunday, August 2: Promotion Sunday. Bridge meet in the Bridge room at 9:30 am for doughnuts. We will pray over our students during worship. We will not have any afternoon/evening activites for the Bridge due to the retreat.
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Geyser Falls: Friday, July 24
19 youth are joining us this Friday to go to Geyser Falls! Please pray for safe travels, new friendships, and a fun day together. (Registration is closed.)
Christmas in July: Sunday, July 26 / 5:30–7:30 p.m.
- Wear your favorite Christmas pajamas or festive attire.
- Bring a silly Dirty Santa gift (up to $10). Extra gifts provided!
- Bring a snack or dessert to share.
- Seniors: Come sign your mosaic ceiling tile and celebrate with the youth!
Promotion Sunday: Sunday, August 2
- FREE trip to the Escape Rooms!
- Invite a friend and kick off the school year with us.
- Sign up here by THIS SUNDAY (7/26) to reserve your spot:
*All volunteers must submit a background check before volunteering with children and youth.
To stay connected to all youth events,
get the Remind app and text @phumcy to 81010.
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| This Week
Tonight: Potluck Supper at 6:00 pm
Thursday:
Men's Group at 7:30 am.
Join them in the Garden Room or via Zoom
**Meeting ID: 823 5246 2635
Password: 142295
Handbell practice 9:00 am
Friday:
Bridge and Youth trip to Geyser Falls 10:15 am
Sunday:
Sunday School and Small Groups 9:30 am
Worship at 10:45
Youth Christmas in July Party 5:30-7:30 pm
These Small Groups are taking a break for the month of July:
Quilters, Choir, and Renew Sunday School
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| RECORD OF OUR
FAITHFULNESS
Year-to-date through June:
Income: $345,477.48*
Expenses: $264,139.62
*Income includes $28,800.00 designated for building projects.
July Communion offering, $763.00 to date, supports Southern Miss Wesley Foundation.
A gift has been received in memory of Betsy Yarbrough for the Music and Prayer Quilt Ministries.
A gift has been received in memory of Taylor Yates for the Youth Ministry.
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