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
This is my Father’s world, and to my listening ears
all nature sings, and round me rings the music of the spheres.
This is my Father’s world: I rest me in the thought
of rocks and trees, of skies and seas; his hand the wonders wrought.
This morning, during my morning walk, I couldn’t help singing this hymn. It’s a hymn we sang often in church when I was growing up. It celebrates God our Creator and the beauty of his creation.
It was written by Maltbie D. Babcock, a Presbyterian minister who enjoyed the practice of “taking morning walks to the top of a hill north of town where he had a full view of Lake Ontario and the surrounding country.” It was said that before he left for these walks, he’d often say, “I’m going out to see my Father’s world.”
I love the Autumn season because of the bright colors, and now the trees are turning in earnest. If you can, I encourage you to do the same. The brilliant reds, oranges and yellows are everywhere. They are nearing the peak of their beauty, a sort of last hurrah before winter sets in.
The second verse of the hymn goes:
This is my Father’s world, the birds their carols raise,
The morning light, the lily white, declare their maker’s praise.
This is my Father’s world: he shines on all that’s fair;
In the rustling grass I hear him pass; he speaks to me everywhere.
May you go out to see your Father’s world. May he speak to you this day. And may you experience his nearness.
Yours in the journey,
Pastor Kristen
Announcements:
We extend the opportunity for Greeters. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Also on the bulletin board is a sign-up sheet for our new prayer chain.
Bells rehearsals have resumed. They meet on Wednesday nights, starting at 6:30p.
The next Church Council Meeting will be November 3rd after service in the Sanctuary. All are welcome to attend.
All Saints Day: On Sunday, November 3rd, during our 10:00 a.m. Worship Service, we will be celebrating All Saints Day. We will pause to remember those who have joined the Church Triumphant in the last 12 months. As we remember, we thank God for the wonderful and positive memories that comfort and sustain us in our loss.
Daylight Savings Time: November 3rd at 2a. Clocks fall back an hour at this time.
The next United Methodist Women’s Club meeting will be held on Monday, November 04, at 1:30p, in the Narthex. All are welcome to attend.
Penny-Pantry Sunday: Every fourth Sunday of the month, we as a church collect for what we refer to as Penny-Pantry Sunday. These funds are divided quarterly into four separate charities: Bishop Appeal, Crete Food Pantry, PADS Ministry and the Helping Hands Ministry. From October to December of this year, 2024, the Penny-Pantry funds will go to the Helping Hands Ministry, helping those in our community in need. Sunday, October 27th will be the next Penny-Pantry Sunday. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
The Thrift Shop is open Saturdays from 9-3p. It’s a great place to purchase awesome stuff at low discount prices. They have an assortment of items.
The Church Conference will be on Sunday, December 1st, 2024, after church service. Please save the date and mark your calendars. All are welcome to attend.
Save the Date: Saturday, December 07th, from 9-3p.
During Crete Country Christmas we will be having our Annual Crafts and Artists’ Market in the Narthex. A lot of vendors have already signed-up, so like last year, it should be a very fun day where one can purchase unique Christmas presents for yourself or a loved one. Applications for being a vendor are available on-line from our website.
Save the Date: Christmas Concert, Sunday, December 8th, by our church pianist, Paul Blievernicht. The concert will begin at three. Popular Christmas songs and hymns will be played. Concert will be about an hour. Light refreshments will be served.
The United Methodist Women's Club
will be gathering for their next meeting in the Narthex on
Monday, November 4,
at 1:30p.
Paul Blievernicht, our church pianist will be playing popular Christmas songs and hymns. Those who came last year really enjoyed the event, and you’ll love it too. Cookies and coffee will be served after the concert.
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
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
Throughout this pandemic, the mantra of Crete United Methodist Church has been the Wesleyan principal to “Do No Harm.” With this in mind, the Covid Response Leadership team has made the safety and well-being of our members, staff, volunteers, and visitors the single most important priority.
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
The office will be closed Monday, September 2, 2024 due to the holiday, Labor Day
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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