Weekly Reminders
Sunday, June 7, 2026
"One of Jesus’ Favorite Verses"
Hosea 6:4-6, NIV
Rev. John Donaldson
Sometimes in our culture there is a false notion that following God is all about keeping to a strict set of rules. As a result, religious people are often known for their condemning and judgmental attitude toward others. Isn’t it nice to be able to turn back to the Bible and be reminded again of God’s actual priorities? This week we are looking at the passage that Jesus quotes the most often in the Gospel of Matthew – Hosea 6:6, “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.” Why do you think Jesus liked this passage so much? What does it tell us about the nature of God? What does it say to those of us who are disciples of Jesus? Join us this week as we learn more about being like Jesus and as we receive Holy Communion.
Blessings,
Pastor John
We are gearing up for an incredible week of Vacation Bible School at Elberton First Methodist Church! This year's theme, Rainforest Falls, will take children on an exciting journey as they discover the nature of God through engaging Bible stories, worship, games, crafts, and meaningful activities designed to help them grow in their faith and relationship with Jesus Christ.
We encourage you to register participants in advance so we can better prepare. Just click the button above and then click “child registration.”
But don’t stop there! We encourage you to invite your family and friends so more children can experience the love of Jesus and learn more about the truth of God’s word!
We can’t wait to see what God has in store for Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School!
We encourage you to register participants in advance so we can better prepare. Just click the button above and then click “child registration.”
But don’t stop there! We encourage you to invite your family and friends so more children can experience the love of Jesus and learn more about the truth of God’s word!
We can’t wait to see what God has in store for Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School!
Prayer Team
The Prayer Team will meet this Sunday at 10:15 a.m. in the Chapel to pray for those on our prayer list and any others who would like to receive prayer.
Teachers Needed
Do you love the Lord? Do you enjoy studying the Bible? Do you feel drawn to encouraging young people in their faith? If so, have you considered being a Connect Group teacher? We have classes for all ages, and so we need teachers of a variety of ages. Both regular and substitute teachers are needed. If interested in finding out more, just contact the church office.
Meetings Postponed
Due to Vacation Bible School, the regularly scheduled Finance and Trustees meetings have been postponed a week. Finance will meet on Monday, June 15 at 6:30 p.m. and Trustees will meet on Tuesday, June 16 at 6:00 p.m.
Father's Day Offering
This Father's Day, we invite you to make a special donation in honor or memory of a father, grandfather, or influential father figure in your life.
For a donation of $5 per name, the names you submit will be included in a special Father's Day bulletin. All proceeds from this year's Father's Day Offering will benefit the Student Ministries of Elberton First Methodist Church. The deadline to donate is Wednesday, June 17.
To submit a name, pick up a card at the entrances or click the following link:
https://subsplash.com/u/-RHPXS6/forms/d/24267fe6-a55d-40db-9762-d42232b28617
Thank you for helping us celebrate those who have impacted our lives while supporting the youth of EFMC.
The Prayer Team will meet this Sunday at 10:15 a.m. in the Chapel to pray for those on our prayer list and any others who would like to receive prayer.
Teachers Needed
Do you love the Lord? Do you enjoy studying the Bible? Do you feel drawn to encouraging young people in their faith? If so, have you considered being a Connect Group teacher? We have classes for all ages, and so we need teachers of a variety of ages. Both regular and substitute teachers are needed. If interested in finding out more, just contact the church office.
Meetings Postponed
Due to Vacation Bible School, the regularly scheduled Finance and Trustees meetings have been postponed a week. Finance will meet on Monday, June 15 at 6:30 p.m. and Trustees will meet on Tuesday, June 16 at 6:00 p.m.
Father's Day Offering
This Father's Day, we invite you to make a special donation in honor or memory of a father, grandfather, or influential father figure in your life.
For a donation of $5 per name, the names you submit will be included in a special Father's Day bulletin. All proceeds from this year's Father's Day Offering will benefit the Student Ministries of Elberton First Methodist Church. The deadline to donate is Wednesday, June 17.
To submit a name, pick up a card at the entrances or click the following link:
https://subsplash.com/u/-RHPXS6/forms/d/24267fe6-a55d-40db-9762-d42232b28617
Thank you for helping us celebrate those who have impacted our lives while supporting the youth of EFMC.
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