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By now most of our church family has heard of my announcement Sunday morning (Mar. 5), that Mechelle and I will be leaving Crawford Street after eight wonderful years. This has been a difficult and painful choice for us, because we have felt so deeply loved and fulfilled here.
It was very important to me that our congregation hear this news from me, and that you understand something of my journey as I have made this decision. I labored over my message Sunday, to convey my feelings as fully as possible. For that reason, if you were not in church Sunday morning, March 5th, you would do me a great favor (and perhaps yourself as well) if you would listen online to the recording of my message, on the Crawford Street website (http://www.crawfordstreetumc.org/#/next-steps then scroll down to the button “Launch Sermon Player.”)
On June 27, which is moving day across Mississippi for UM pastors being reassigned, Crawford Street will receive the Rev. Dr. Tom Atkins as your new shepherd and senior pastor. That same day, I will become the new senior pastor at Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church in Jackson.
As you can see, this transition is almost four months away, so you and I will work together to celebrate our relationships, and also help prepare a warm and receptive welcome for Tom and the gifts he will bring to CSUMC. We will also be assisted in this by the good work of our Staff-Parish Relations Committee (SPRC).
In the meantime, let’s covenant together to bathe this whole transition in prayer. We all desire that the Spirit will be at work in every way to make growing disciples and establish the work of Christ in our communities.
Please pray in particular: for our church here at Crawford Street… for our SPRC as it helps lead us… for Tom Atkins as your new incoming pastor… for 1st UMC Brookhaven, where Tom has been serving… for Mechelle and me as we embrace this change… and for Galloway, where I will be going.
In the sure and certain hope of Christ the Lord, Cary
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To access the Crawford Street UMC calendar, click here.
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OUR NEXT SHEPHERD MEETING is scheduled for Wednesday, March 22nd, 5:00 pm, in the Agape Classroom.
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Mark your calendar for "a time apart" on Thursday, March 23rd, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, in Floral Hall. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. This prayer retreat will be led by Rev. Paige Presley, Executive Director of the Center for Ministry.
Make your reservation today by contacting the church office (601-636-5612). Plan to join us and bring a friend!
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There will be NO Wednesday supper/Bible study on March 15th due to spring break.
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FEBRUARY BUDGETED INCOME $84,296
FEBRUARY ACTUAL INCOME $52,368
JANUARY - FEBRUARY BUDGETED INCOME $168,592
JANUARY - FEBRUARY ACTUAL INCOME $195,191
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The Youth Sunday Bible Study and Activities have been moved to 5:00 - 7:00 pm.
ONLINE CSSM CALENDAR
For those who regularly use Google Calendars—or for those who would like to try—CSSM also has an online calendar that is updated as event details are further determined or in the event of a change of event details. To access the CSSM Online Calendar, click on the link below:
https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=v0ltbov8jrgh9kfh23k8hufddo%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Chicago.
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For all up-to-date Student Ministry information:
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Marketplace VBS 2017 - Jesus: The Lamb of God...
will be held here at CSUMC June 12 - 16th. Registration will open in April for the children in our church, and at a later to the public. We are so excited about VBS this year! We are once again teaming up with Hawkins UMC and First Presbyterian Church to spread the good news of Christ to the children of Vicksburg!
We are looking for TRIBE MOMS, SHOPKEEPERS, PRESCHOOL TEACHERS, STORY LEADERS and BIBLE CHARACTERS IN THE MARKETPLACE during VBS. If you are interested and able to join us, contact Danielle.
OTHER VBS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED... can't help us out during VBS week? Consider volunteering as a "cutter." We need about 1500 paper strips cut before VBS begins. There are so many places you can help out during VBS week. It truly is a very rewarding experience and we hope you'll consider joining us.
LENT DEVOTION material has been distributed to our CSUMC children. We hope you and your family will enjoy preparing for the Resurrection of our Savior together by using this material. Didn't receive yours? Contact Danielle.
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Check us out on our CSUMC Facebook page .
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Registration for the 2017-2018 school year has begun for currently enrolled students, their siblings, and church members. Contact the Play School office (601-636-0476) for more information on class offerings and to take a tour of our wonderful school! Programs are available for children ages 1-4 years old. CSPS is a "GREAT place to GROW!!"
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We invite you to visit us at http://www.crawfordstreetumc.org/#/resources/playschool. Also check out and LIKE our Play School Facebook page: Crawford Street Play School.
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Children in grades K-6 are invited to participate in our Spring Musical, ALL ABOUT THE CALL, which will be presented during our worship service on Sunday, May 7th. Rehearsals are during our MAAD Sunday night activities at 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please come and bring a friend.
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COME TO THE CROSS AND REMEMBER
by Pepper Choplin
Our Easter Cantata, 'Come to the Cross and Remember," by Pepper Choplin, will be presented by our Adult Chancel Choir on Sunday, April 9th, at 10:55 am. Mark your calendars to join us for this very moving performance.
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EASTER HYDRANGEAS
It's time once again to begin ordering Easter hydrangeas to be placed in our sanctuary Easter Sunday "In Honor of" or "In Memory of" our loved ones. Order forms will be placed in the Sunday worship bulletin. All hydrangeas must be ordered and paid for by the close of business on Monday, March 20th. Each hydrangea will cost $20. Following the Easter worship service, you may take your plant(s) home.
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NATCHEZ SPRING PILGRIMAGE
Join us Friday, March 24th, as we travel to Natchez for their Spring Pilgrimage. We will leave the CSUMC parking lot at 9:00 am and spend the day touring Natchez. We'll find a great place for lunch along the way. Won't you join us?
FAMILY GAME NIGHT
Our March Family Game Night will be Saturday, March 25th, 5:30 pm, in Floral Hall. Invite a friend, bring your favorite snack food, and join us for an evening filled with great food, friends, and laughter.
TRIP TO PETRIFIED FORREST
Join us Thursday, March 30th, for a trip to Flora to the Petrified Forest. We will leave CSUMC at 9:00 am and travel to the Petrified Forest. Afterwords we'll have lunch at the Blue Rooster in Floral. Invite a friend and come join us.
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TRIP TO BRANSON, MISSOURI
We are so excited about our upcoming trip to Branson, Thursday - Saturday, April 20th - 22nd, to see "The Grand Jubilee" Thursday evening, and "Six" Friday evening. Tickets are approximately $40 per show. We have a block of rooms reserved at the Yellow Rose Hotel (same place we stayed last year) for $55 a night, a total of $122.76 per room for both nights. Breakfast is included in the cost of the room. We had a fabulous time last year, so come join us for another trip you won't forget!!
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SERVICE OVER SELF (SOS)
SOS week is Sunday, June 18th - Friday, June 23rd. Youth and adults willing and able to volunteer with us during this week are asked to clear these dates on their calendars now. We will begin looking for homes in mid-March. If you know of anyone who needs our help, please contact Bob Moss or Lee Ann Whitley.
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MISSION TEAM UPDATE
The CSUMC Mission Team will be traveling to Honduras from Wednesday, May 31st, through Wednesday, June 7th. While there we'll be partnering with Expanding Borders Ministry on several construction projects, leading Vacation Bible School, and working with the students and teachers in several schools in the area. Mark your calendars and join us for three upcoming fundraisers to support the team.
1 - Sunday, March 26th: a spaghetti lunch immediately following the morning worship service.
2 - Sunday, April 30th: a barbecued chicken lunch immediately following the morning worship service.
3 - Saturday, May 13th: Annual Mission Team Golf Tournament at Halifax Holes Golf Course in Bolton, MS.
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MEMORY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
The Memory Caregivers Support Group provides emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers of those with dementia or memory issues. We will meet on the first Monday of each month at 6:00 pm, on the second floor of Wesley Hall. Dr. Phil Scurria, Dr. Rusty Barnes, Mrs. Ali Hopson, Mrs. Lin Chelsek, and Mr. David Hoseman will host a discussion and question-and-answer session geared toward caregivers. For more information, contact Lee Ann Whitley at Crawford Street UMC (601-636-5612) or Dr. Walter Frazier at Grace Christian Counseling Center (601-636-5703).
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Saturday, Apr. 1st: Belzoni Catfish Festival
Thursday, Apr. 20th - Saturday, Apr. 22nd:
JOY Trip to Branson, MO
Tuesday, Apr. 25th: Governor's Cup Baseball Game at
Trustmark Park in Jackson
Saturday, Apr. 29th: Family Game Night
Sunday, Apr. 30th: Mission Team BBQ chicken lunch
fundraiser
Wednesday, May 10th: '42nd Street' at Thalia Mara Hall
Saturday, May 13th: Mission Team Annual Golf Tournament,
Halifax Holes Golf Course, Bolton
Monday, May 22nd: Tour Mont Helena/lunch at the Onward
Store
Saturday, May 27th: Family Game Night
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HONDURAS MISSION TEAM GOLF TOURNAMENT
Our Honduras Mission Team will sponsor a 3-person golf scramble on Saturday, May 13th, at the Halifax Holes Golf Course in Bolton. Entry fees will be $60 per person which covers lunch, cart, and green fees. Hole sponsorship's may be purchased for $100. Teams may choose to play at 8:00 am or 1:00 pm. Proceeds from the tournament will go to our Honduras Mission Team. To sign up contact Tom Kendall, Bob Moss, Lee Ann Whitley, or the church office. More information to come!
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Mr. Bob Geary January 26, 2017
A memorial is a wonderful way to celebrate the life of a beloved one who has passed away. If you would like to make a financial gift to the church on behalf of the deceased, contributions may be sent to Crawford Street UMC, 900 Crawford Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180, or by using the online giving option available on our church website (click on the "Contact Us" tab on the toolbar).
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March 2nd
Jim Faulks
March 3rd
Emily Douglas
Joy Dupuy
March 4th
Cameron Robbins
Charlie Tedder
March 5th
Sarah Krapac
March 6th
Will Robbins
March 7th
Camille Bexley
Cathi Verhine
March 8th
Lisa Harsch
March 9th
Chris Chatham
Jim Pendergrass
Ren Loflin
March 10th
Helen Fordice
Matthew Williams
Mia Wamsley
Oliver Duncan
Will Burnett
March 11th
Amy Jackson
March 12th
Herb Wilkinson
March 13th
Joy Wing
March 14th
Brody Breithaupt
Lee Waring
Stacy Holden
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March 15th
Blake Liggett
March 16th
Jo Glyn Hunt
March 17th
Susan Tate
March 20th
Molly Process
Park Rogers
March 21st
Anita Webster
Colin Gurtowski
Rhoads Caruthers
Robyn Lea
Susie Chatham
March 22nd
Brent Styles
March 23rd
Donna White
Ellie Norwood
John Donovan
Kristy Ehrgott
March 25th
Hannah Storey
March 26th
Ali Hopson
March 27th
David Mahloch
Peter Eargle
March 28th
Aaron Mathis
Mia Cowart
Penny Varner
March 29th
Betty Jo Smith
Erin Loflin
March 30th
Leah Ivey
Michelle Hopson
Au SeSNovD
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March 7th
Mark & Leslie Hoseman
March 9th
Burton & June Boyd
March 10th
Cory & Maggie Barnes
March 22nd
Bud & Cynthia Douglas
Rusty & Stacie Waites
March 24th
Rick & Sylvia Gurtowski
March 31st
Norman & Lisa Connell
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