Vacation Bible School: July 18-22

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Vacation Bible School this year will take place at the Shake It Up! Cafe, where kids will explore the Bible as a cookbook filled with recipes for living out God’s word. They will celebrate biblical festivals and discover some ingredients for being a follower of God, such as:

  • Be Ready for God
  • Give Happily to God
  • Believe Fully in Jesus
  • Remember Jesus Often
  • Celebrate God Forever

The fun will take place at the church on July 18th – 22nd, from 5:45 – 8:15 PM. To register your child or for more information, contact the church office at 860-379-2157.

Mission Trip to Bolivia

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Again this year, members of our congregation will be joining the Encounter With Christ mission trip to Bolivia. Pastor Carl and Diann, along with Evan Bailey, will journey to Cochabamba, Bolivia at the end of June to assist with building a new church, completing the floor of an established church, helping with Vacation Bible School at five area day care centers which are connected to the Methodist Church, and assisting with a women’s sewing group which helps the local women provide for their families. As our members share the love of Jesus Christ and build relationships with our neighbors in South America, they are truly blessed by the love they receive in return from these beautiful children of God.

Each of our travelers will be bringing with them an extra suitcase filled with donated items that will be used in the day care centers and for Vacation Bible School. If you can help in any way, it will be much appreciated. Please contact the church office with any questions.

Coming Event: Coffee House Evening of Music

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Mark your calendars and plan to come to a Coffee House evening of music and songs at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church on Saturday, June 4th at 7:00 PM.  Suggested donation is $7.00 for adults, and children under age 12 are free. Performing will be

  • The Bending Birch, featuring Allan Fenner and Ed Zygmont,
  • 4th Day, featuring Bill & Becky Bridges and Doug Konitski,
  • Marimoments, featuring Mary Forman, Sue & Ed Zygmont, Allan Fenner, and Kristin Stoeke.

It promises to be a fun-filled, music-filled, inspirational evening so plan to come join us. For more information, contact the church office at 860-379-2157.

First Bean Hole Bean Supper for 2011

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Our first Bean Hole Bean Supper for this year will take place on Saturday, May 21st.  There are 3 seatings:  4:45 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM.  Reservations are requested and can be made by calling Cathy at 860-379-9398. Our full menu and more information about our suppers can be found on the Bean Hole Supper tab at the top of the page.  Come have a hearty and homemade meal with us; you’ll be glad you came!

Reminder: Mother’s Market & Tag Sale

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On Saturday, May 14th from 9AM – 2PM, our church will host a Mother’s Market, Tag Sale, Bake Sale, and Luncheon event. It’s not too late to purchase table space to help you unload some of your unused items; contact Mindy Henry at 860-738-7737 for information. The Mother’s Market will feature gently used baby and/or children’s clothes, toys, and furniture (up to current safety code) which can be purchased at drastically reduced rates. There will also be some vendors showing their wares. Or you can simply come and enjoy a nice homemade lunch with friends. All church proceeds from the event will go toward off-setting the price of a new furnace in the Parish House. Come and enjoy a fun day at the church.

2011 Mother’s Day Tea a grand affair

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The annual Mother’s Day Tea was again a successful event. The theme for this year was threefold: first was a celebration of Mother’s Day, the second was the UMW’s thank you to the ladies of the church for their support and participation in our group’s events during the year, and the third was just for fun to host a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. Some of our group dressed in costume, as you’ll see in the photos below. Guests had the opportunity to make a paperbag hat, and a chance to decorate (and eat) a cookie, as well as time to enjoy the goodies on the refreshment tables, including, of course, tea. Everyone had a wonderful time and we’re looking forward to doing it again next year.

April 30th, 2011
Queen of Diamonds because the Queen of Hearts was too mean!
Even the door mouse came!
Croquet, anyone?
Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum
Hm-m-m, that cookie looks good enough to eat
Hand crafted hat
The dynamic duo
A good time was had by all!

Coming Event: Mother’s Day Tea

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It’s spring so it’s once again time for the United Methodist Women to host their annual Mother’s Day Tea. Plan to come on Saturday, April 30th from 2 to 4 PM and join in the fun. This year we’ll take a page from the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, so everyone is invited to come dressed as a favorite Alice in Wonderland character. There will be a couple of fun craft projects for the youngsters, an opportunity to have your family’s photo taken, and of course a lovely array of food to tempt you. This annual party is a way in which our UMW members can show their appreciation and thanks for all the ladies of the church who so generously support the group’s activities and events throughout the year. It’s sure to be an exciting time!

Easter Sunrise Service on TV

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What a surprise to find that the traditional Easter Sunrise Service on Beach Rock in Barkhamsted this morning was featured on Fox News!  A reporter covered the early morning service which was hosted by North Congregational Church of New Hartford, First Congregational Church of Hartland, First Congregational Church of Barkhamsted, and Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. Following the service, the traditional Community Breakfast, hosted this year by PVUMC, was the scene of an interview with Pastor Carl Franson. To check out the video of this interview, go to http://www.ctnow.com, then click on the video link for the Sunrise Service. Great start to a wonderful Easter celebration.

Easter Week Services

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Holy Week Services will be held at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church as follows:

  • Palm Sunday on April 17th, worship service at 9:30 AM.
  • Maundy Thursday service of Holy Communion on April 21st at 7:00 PM.
  • Good Friday Vigil on April 22nd, from noon to 3:00 PM, marking the time that Christ hung on the cross.
  • Easter Sunrise Service at 6:30 AM on Sunday, April 24th on Beach Rock.  Our church will host a community breakfast following the sunrise service, beginning about 7:15 AM or so.
  • Easter Worship Service at 9:30 AM.

Come join us as we worship our risen Lord and Savior.

Coming Event: A Night for Missions

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On Thursday, March 31st, at 7:00 PM Pastor Carl Franson, and his wife, Diann, will share their mission adventures in Bolivia from their trip last summer. They’ll present some pictures, bring some handcrafted items for sale, and share some of the warmth and love they felt as they traveled and spent time in Bolivia.  In addition, our own Dan Abbott, who also took part in this mission trip, will speak about his experiences.  Dan will also share his future plans which will take him to Africa this summer to work with missionaries there. Come hear about how God has touched the lives of these folks from Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church and how they are helping to touch the lives of others.