Welcome to

Crete United Methodist Church

Located in downtown Crete, IL.
1321 Main Street
708-672-8353
Worship Service is
Sunday mornings at 10 a.m.
MASKS OPTIONAL
Pastor Kristen Larsen
Admin. Assistant: Diane McGarel
Sunday's Sermon
Our Mission
is to be Christ centered, teaching and learning community, dedicated to reaching out to all in a spirit of caring and sharing, a community where growth in Christ inspires us to be joyful sharing people.
Weekly Devotion
Devotion
Oh my, I see we have snow in the forecast. Yesterday the weather report said we could anticipate 3 inches of snow. Today’s forecast is saying it’s down to only a 40% chance of snow.
It’s just the beginning of February so snow is nothing out of ordinary. We’re used to it and we know how to drive in it. My sister texted me yesterday saying that they were to get a couple of inches where they live in the Pacific Northwest. It rarely snows out there so folks aren’t used to it there. She’ll be taking my dad to Gig Harbor (some distance away) for dad’s cardiology appointment. So please pray for traveling mercies. Juli texted me saying, “It’s always fun when there’s the least bit of snow around here. People lose their minds on how to drive.”
And she’s right. Folks there just don’t know how to drive in the snow. But we do. We’re used to it. So, if it does snow and you’re out and about today, be careful. Your life is precious to many who love you.
We’ve had such a mild winter so far we’ve not had much of a chance to drive in it. But I figure we need it. A good snow is good for the earth: good for the trees and the fields that will be planted with soy or corn this spring.
The prophet Isaiah offered these words of hope to God’s people in exile:
As the rain and the snow
come down from heaven,
and do not return to it
without watering the earth
and making it bud and flourish,
so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater,
so is my word that goes out from my mouth:
It will not return to me empty,
but will accomplish what I desire
and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
You will go out in joy
and be led forth in peace;
the mountains and hills
will burst into song before you,
and all the trees of the field
will clap their hands.
Instead of the thornbush will grow the juniper,
and instead of briers the myrtle will grow.
This will be for the Lord’s renown,
for an everlasting sign,
that will endure forever.” Isaiah 55:10-13 NIV
Yours in the journey,
Pastor Kristen
Announcements:
The Thrift Shop is open Saturdays from 9-3p.
Sunday, February 16: The SYOS’s Hearts and Roses Concert, beginning at 4p, in the Sanctuary. Free Admission.
Sunday, February 23: Chili Cook-off, right after church service. All are welcome to attend. Get ready to indulge in delicious chili creations.
Monday, March 3rd: Our United Methodist Women's Club will be gathering, at 1:30p, in the Narthex. All are invited to attend

Monday, March 3rd
in the Narthex
1:30p.m. The United Methodist Women's Club will be gathering. All are welcome to join.

Chili Cook-off
Sunday- February 23rd, 2025
All are welcome!

Crete UMC hosts an on-line worship sermon that is available on our Facebook page, our YouTube Channel, and can be e-mailed directly to you if you join our e-mail list.

Before and After School Program
will resume in the Fall of 2024
Kathy Carter Young
Director of the Before and After School Program
Email: klcy6000@aol.com for further information.

Beginners class meets
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 7:30a- 8:15a
10 children per class
Advanced Class meets
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 7:30a- 8:15a
10 children per child
Recital Tea will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025
Enduring Strings
begins on September 3, 2024
Program runs on CM201U School Schedule Cost: $50 a month per child Sept/May

Online Giving
Secure, reliable, and convenient! Give a one-time gift (no account needed), or schedule recurring giving using your checking account, debit, or credit card. (See our SCHEDULE YOUR GIVING help page, or contact Diane at 708-672-8353, if you have questions!)

Crete
The Pantry is open on Wednesday mornings
from 9:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m.,
It's only Available to Crete Township Residents
pick up and drop off of food is at
1367 Wood Street
Crete, IL 60417
To receive, come into the building located at 1367 Wood Street to register. Proof of residency is required.
"Even as phase four is taking place, we are bombarded with ”virus” news. Life does go on and many people face unemployment and hard times. The Crete Pantry is continuing to serve any one who comes for food on Wednesday mornings. This is straining the budget of the Pantry.
If you are able to help financially at this time, your gift will be put to immediate use.
Any monetary gift is tax deductible and can be sent to either The Crete Pantry, 1367 Wood Street, Crete, Illinois 60417 or at Crete UMC
If you are dropping off food at the Township, please contact the Crete Food Pantry directly at the Township to make your donation. The Township's Phone number is 708-672-8279 to schedule a time to make your donation.
Located at 1367 Wood Street
Crete, IL 60417

At Crete United Methodist Church we realize that there will be times in our lives where problems and circumstances seem overwhelming. It is at these times when we may want to isolate ourselves and hide.
We want you to know that you are not alone!
There are many who share your struggles. Crete UMC's Spiritual Themes in Recovery (S.T.I.R) helps those who are struggling with the addictions of Alcohol and is designed to provide an opportunity for you to share and interact with others and find encouragement and support that you may need. To attend, please call
(708) 672-8353 or email office@creteumc.org
for information
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MASKS OPTIONAL
While masks will not be required, those who feel more comfortable masked are invited to do so. We ask, as a good faith effort, that if you have not been vaccinated or if you are feeling a bit under the weather, that you personally chose to wear a mask while in the church buildings.
Worship Services:
Sunday mornings
at 10:00 a.m.
Phone: 708-672-8353
Email: office@creteumc.org
Phone: 708-672-8353
Email: office@creteumc.org
Diane McGarel, Admin Asst.
Office Hours
are Monday thru Friday from 8-1p.
Office Hours: In-person
Tuesdays, 8-1p
Fridays 8-12p
Calls received during non in-person office hours are forwarded and answered remotely. Your call is very important to us so if the line is busy please leave a message as Diane, the Office Admin Assistant will return your call as soon as possible.
Located at 1321 Main Street, Crete, IL 60417


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