#1 Amazing Grace
The Story Behind the Song

This past Sunday we had a "guest" visit with us at each of our worship services to enact for us the story of the man behind the beloved hymn, "Amazing Grace." Ken Ritter of our congregation took on the role of John Newton, slave-ship captain turned Christian turned priest turned abolitionist. The arc of grace at work in his life overlapped with that of John Wesley's, whose experience of having his own heart "strangely warmed" at Aldersgate (May 24, 1738) became a turning point for him and the early Methodist movement. At our best, our faith is always a matter of our heads AND our hearts, one of best things to celebrate about being a United Methodist!

#2 Show Some Love!
Join Sacred Worth in the Pride Parade

SACRED WORTH will witness to the inclusive love of God at the Annapolis Pride Parade this Saturday, May 31 meeting in front of St. John's College (NOTE CHANGE OF LOCATION) at 10:30am. Last year was our first time to march together and it was a powerful experience. We'd love to have you join us to walk or cheer us on along the parade route. RSVP to Rev. Ron if you'd like to know more or plan to join us.




#3 Milestone Sunday
So Many Years of Serving

Please join us this Sunday, June 1, between services for a Staff Appreciation Reception! There will be Chick-Fil-A nuggets (on a Sunday?), cake, and other small tasty snacks and treats. We’re celebrating the following milestones: Rev. Ron (10 years), Rev. Byron (10 years), Erica (15 years), Nicola (25 years), and Dave (25 years). Please bring cards and notes of appreciation for any of our staff members and sign up here if you can provide some food.

#4 Golf for a Good Cause

You're invited to take part in the Seeds of Security Benefit Golf Tournament which will be held on Monday, June 16, 9-4pm at Renditions Golf Club in Davidsonville. Any men from the congregation who like/love to golf are welcome to join us ($125/person) in this fun day for a good cause supporting women and families impacted by domestic violence. In 2023 we entered our first foursome and doubled our participation last year. We're already up to 3 foursomes so far - can we make it four this year? RSVP to Rev. Ron to sign up. 

#5 Four-Year Olds "Graduate"
A Joyful Day for Our Nursery School

Our Nursery School Graduation moved to an evening ceremony this year and the Sanctuary was packed on May 21 to cheer on our three four-year old classes that were "graduating." Under the leadership of Director Catherine Myers and her team of experienced, kind and hard-working teachers and aides, our pre-school is thriving and growing. We wish these 4-year olds and their families nothing but love and success as they make the big jump to kindergarten this fall. To learn more about the SPUMNS, visit their webpage.

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