Times are tough and getting tougher, everything costs more, it seems like the whole world is in conflict and confusion. Perhaps you’re feeling sick at heart or just plain tired and down in the dumps. Do you feel like you need a spiritual tune up? Well, here’s your chance!!

On Friday, July 22nd, 2016, the Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church will host a Spiritual Tune Up Revival! Our program will begin at 7 pm and is open to anyone who would like to come and be uplifted in the Spirit. There will be plenty of wonderful music, featuring Erica Mundy on keyboard, drums, and vocals; Rev. Lee Gangaware on saxophone and vocals; Christine Saturno on bass guitar; Jim Wilson on keyboard, violin, and flute, and Pastor Chris Yount on guitar and trombone. The evening’s message, entitled “Tune Up Time”, will be given by Rev. Lee Gangaware. Following this uplifting program, refreshments will be available in our Fellowship Hall. Let’s work together to make His Kingdom Come on Earth! To help do that, plan to make time this summer to refresh yourself in the Lord, and be uplifted in the spirit!

Can’t wait to see you there!

This weekend as we celebrate the 240th anniversary of the birthday of our nation, I remember the words of this old hymn, “God Of Our Fathers”. The text was written by Daniel C. Roberts in 1876 for the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It was written for a small, patriotic celebration in Vermont, and used the music from another hymn. Then in 1892 George W. Warren wrote original music to go along with the words. The hymn praises not only our patriotic feelings but celebrates the presence and our thankfulness for our God who continues to shower us with blessings and asks that He continue to do so far into the future.

The July 2016 edition of the church newsletter, The Link, is now available on-line. Click on The Link tab at the top of this page and follow the prompts to view the newsletter. All are welcome to attend any and all activities of the church and we hope to see you soon!

We will be hosting a new Bible study beginning on Sunday, June 19th at 7:00 pm. The topic is “the sovereignty of God over the affairs of humans” and will be based on the entire book of Daniel. If you’re interested in joining the class, please bring your own Bible, a notebook, and a willingness to cover some controversial topics. Anyone is welcome to attend the class. For additional information, please contact the church office at 860-379-2157 and leave a message for Pastor Trudy Codd.

On Friday, June 10th at 7 PM we are hosting an evening with our friend, Dan Abbott, as he talks about how God has called him to service over the past several years. Dan grew up in Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church and has remained in our hearts even as his path has led him far across the country and the world. Dan found his soulmate, Annie, in Oregon where they attended college, and have since had many adventures together…not the least of which included marriage and a bouncing baby boy, Jesse! Dan is coming East to see friends and family, and while here he will be spending an evening at our church sharing his adventures following God’s path for his life. In addition, there will be wonderful music, provided by Bill & Becky Bridges, and, of course, some refreshments and time for fellowship following the presentation.

On Sunday, June 12th, Dan will be giving the message at our 9:30 AM worship service. Everyone is invited to come to either or both of these opportunities to re-connect with Dan.

The newsletter, The Link, for Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church is now available online. Simply click on The Link tab at the top of the page, and then click on the links on that page. See what’s going on at church…AND…come join us for any of our activities! We’d love to see you.

As we celebrated Mother’s Day this morning in church, we also collected donations for Blanket Sunday, in honor of mothers. This donation will go to Church World Service and will provide a sturdy blanket for those in need. As part of the Children’s Sermon, Cathy shared the importance of a blanket and she and the children carried a blanket around the sanctuary to collect the donations. Our thanks to Cathy for her great message to the children, and to those who donated $10 to purchase a blanket for others.  

The spring 2016 Bean Hole Bean Supper is coming up very quickly and you’ll want to be sure and get your reservations called in! Information can be found on this flyer or click on the Bean Hole tab at the top of the page for more details, including our menu. It’s been a spring tradtion here at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church for more than 60 years and we’ll hope you’ll come join us for a hearty dinner!

The May 2016 edition of the church newsletter, The Link, is now available for viewing online. Just click on The Link tab at the top of the page and follow the links there.

On Wednesday night the United Methodist Women (UMW) will be meeting at 7pm and hosting a program on Caregiving. Our speaker will be one of our own, Angela Root. She will begin with information about general care giving for a loved one, then focus specifically on dementia, mentioning hospice care, and finally she’ll spend a few minutes addressing self care in order to be able to care for others. It promises to be a timely and informative evening. If you’re interested in attending, you are welcome to join us!