Bridging divides: DeLand’s Black Heritage Trail
Maggie Ardito will take members and friends of Unitarian Universalists of DeLand on a compelling exploration of the DeLand Black Heritage Trail at the 10:30 a.m. service Sunday, Nov. 3. This presentation unveils the project’s motivation, purpose, progress, community impact, plans and potential.
Discover inspiring stories behind key landmarks, the powerful partnerships that fuel the initiative, and opportunities to help increase awareness, understanding, connectivity, social interaction and community engagement.
Ardito is president of St. Johns River-to-Sea Loop Alliance and serves on the executive board of the River of Lakes Heritage Corridor National Scenic Byway. She believes trails, cycling, walking, and all forms of sustainable and equitable active transportation, recreation and social interaction hold a key to solving many social, health and economic problems.
Unitarian Universalists are an inclusive, freethinking, faith community, where all are welcome as everyone learns and searches together for truth.
Bingo at Glenwood Presbyterian
Glenwood Presbyterian Church is having a fun evening of bingo beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday Nov. 1. There will be cash prizes, with the proceeds going to the church’s mission fund.
Have a good time while supporting good causes!
Bingo at 1st Christian Church
The Disciple Women of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of DeLand have designated that the bingo proceeds for November will go to the Salvation Army’s Christmas collection. Bingo dates are 7 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 8 and 22.
Essie Miller and Jim Hopps are the bingo callers; Kathy Porr and Tammi Stossell are the cashiers; Sue Brague and Janet Raney serve the refreshments that are offered for a donation that will also go to the Salvation Army.
The Disciple Women will attend the Retreat at Silver Springs Sunday, Nov. 10, where the Rev. Linda Kemp-Baird shares her experiences with homeless assistance.
First Christian’s ministers Senior Pastor Carlos Perez, retired minister David Cortes, who fills in whenever he is needed, and Chaplain Fernando Morales were all recognized during October for Minister Appreciation Month. The Rev. Cortes and the Rev. Morales are appreciated for their volunteer assistance to the church whenever called upon.
At 9:30 a.m. each Sunday, adults are invited to study the Bible. During the month of November, the study will be about “Psalms of Thanksgiving and Praise,” Psalms 23, 150, 100 and 139.
‘Why It Matters’
The congregation of Mosaic Unitarian Universalist meets online at 11 a.m. every Sunday. The Nov. 3 service is titled “Why It Matters.”
No matter what the outcome of Tuesday’s vote is, we still have work to do in this world. The Rev. Dr. Tracie Barrett gives us a road map for what’s ahead as our calling in this world. Jane Bradford will be the service leader.
‘Grace and Truth’
First Church DeLand is embracing the seasonal change into fall. How about you? This is the time of year when we express our gratitude.
The sermon series “In God We Trust” is sure to be a pleaser. “Grace and Truth” is the sermon title this Sunday, Nov. 3, delivered by Pastor Mark Bitner.
“The Word was with God and the Word was God.” (John 1:1) Those who believed Jesus spoke the truth and accepted Him became children of God. Jesus showed the people grace, understanding and love. We should extend a hand toward others, delivering grace, understanding and love as well.
Impact is every Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. Pastor Bitner and others offer insightful Bible studies. Everyone is welcome!
What is important?
At First Presbyterian Church of DeLand on Sunday, Nov. 3, Senior Pastor Michael Bodger will charge his listeners with the monumental question — What is important?
By reading Scripture from Mark 12:38-24, Pastor Bodger will urge listeners to define their answer. Recalling what Jesus declared to a Jewish scribe in Mark 12:29-31, the sermon will clarify, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?”
The world constantly whispers to us about what deserves our attention and our time, talents and treasures, clamoring against what Jesus declares in this Scripture. The Lord clearly states in that first commandment to love God. The second commandment
is to love one another as ourselves. Loving with our whole being stands in greatest importance.
Don’t forget about Friday-night bingo 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 1. With available refreshments and humorous prizes, young and old will experience fellowship and amusement.
Associate Pastor Casey Riker is calling First Pres youngsters and friends of elementary-school age to come to the Art Room at 4:30 p.m. Sundays. For an hour, they will learn about Jesus and make friends through activities shared!
The next Pop-Up will involve a natural experience at Lyonia Preserve at 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 7.
Operation Christmas Child urges all to assemble shoeboxes for their journey of evangelism around the world.
“Every important box is an opportunity to tell a child [around the world] about God’s love,” (F. Graham). The deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 20. There is also the “Build a Shoebox Online” option on the church website.
Visit the website and the church to experience life’s journey with First Pres.
