| 5.21.2026 This Sunday we remember the arrival of the Holy Spirit and Pentecost Sunday. We see in the Book of Acts where the believers were all gathered together in one place. Suddenly, a sound like a strong rushing wind filled the house. What looked like tongues of fire appeared and rested on each of them. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in different languages. Jews from many nations were in Jerusalem, and each person heard the disciples speaking in their own native language. The crowd was amazed and confused, wondering how Galileans could speak so many languages. Some people mocked them and said they were drunk. Peter stood up and explained that they were not drunk, since it was only morning. He reminded them that this event fulfilled the prophecy of Joel: God would pour out His Spirit on all people Sons and daughters would prophesy Young men would see visions Old men would dream dreams Even servants would receive the Spirit Wonders would appear in heaven and signs on earth Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord would be saved. Jesus promised the coming of a helper, a comforter, and that was happening right before their eyes. We also refer to this event as the birthplace, birthdate of the church as the Holy Spirit descended upon those gathered in Jerusalem that day. This weekend we have the opportunity to experience the true meaning of Memorial Day. On Sunday, we have 3 Star LT GEN (RET) Rick Lynch (brother to Jim) as our guest speaker during the 10:45 am worship service. I had the privilege of meeting Rick when he came to Hamilton for his sister-in-Law, Lois Lynch’s funeral. I welcomed this opportunity when he shared he would be traveling to Hamilton this weekend. We will also participate in the Memorial Day Parade and Program in Ross on Monday. The parade will proceed from the Presbyterian Church to Venice Cemetery. A truck and trailer with seating will be available for anyone who prefers not to walk to the program. We are excited to display our new banners celebrating our 200th Anniversary for this event and I have the privilege of praying and sharing the program to the group that gathers in community. All are welcome, invite your family to join us for this wonderful gathering on Memorial Day. We will plan on arriving around 9 am. The parade will begin at 10:00 am. Once again, this will be in the parking lot of the Presbyterian Church which is right across the street from the old Venice (Andrews Chapel) ME Church in Ross. As you read this article, Maggie and I will have returned from our time away. We enjoyed the rest and fun we experienced but it is always good to come home and get back to our ministries and church families. I look forward to seeing you on Sunday. As part of our 200th celebration we have decided to offer T-shirts and Polo Shirts for purchase with our new Ross Community UMC logo celebrating our two hundred years. The deadline for ordering will be THIS SUNDAY May 24th. Please see Brenda Brown if you have any questions. The 200th committee invites you to share how you became part of Ross Community UMC. What brought you to our wonderful church? You can submit your story in the provided box or email something to rosscommunityumc@gmail.com. Our stories will be assembled together as we journey through 2026. We are in the process of creating a new Church Directory in time for our 200th year. TODAY May 21, is the date that you have the opportunity to have your picture taken at Ross Community Church. They will be scheduling from 2pm to 8pm. This might be the perfect time for family pictures. For more information see Reva Johnson or Marlene Sloneker. Thank you for your support each month for Heifer Project International. We collected over $300.00 since we sent in the last gift. Jan will be giving us an update on the animals we will purchase, and if you would like any additional information, see Jan or the Heifer Project International table. We just learned that our donations would continue to double into June 2026. Adult Sunday School is growing. Many of you have shared with me how wonderful your class is and how much you enjoy being with Paul Smith’s weekly topics and leadership. This is another perfect opportunity to invite others to join us and experience RCUMC. Invite a friend and join Sunday School at 9:45. During the 10:45 am service, we are blessed to have Trysta Taylor lead our younger ones. She has a great class ready to receive our children with a program just for them. Any questions, stop by her area and say hello on Sunday Church Sign Wisdom: “Drowning” in life’s situations? Don’t worry, your lifeguard walks on water. Blessings, Pastor Chris Next Update 05.28.2026. |
ROSS COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST
2943 Hamilton Cleves Road Hamilton 45013-----513-868-2923
