Programs for Adults:
Membership Orientation
Our next membership orientation will take place in the fall of 2010. People will be received into membership on a designated Sunday at all services. If you are interested in joining the church at this time, please contact Sue Hamilton or by phone (847-362-2112) to let her know of your interest.
Ministries of Compassion
Download a Compassion Ministries brochure to learn about the various ways we reach out to and support our community here at UMCL.
Young Couples
A young couples group that meets the first Friday night of each month for fun and fellowship. Watch the web site and weekly bulletins for upcoming events. Questions? Contact Andrea Twedell or Geoff Gates.
Next Meeting —
Friday, August 6th at 6:30 PM
Join us at the home of Scott and Sam Hilts for potluck appetizers and outdoor activities. Please bring an appetizer to share and a beverage of your choice. Contact Sam to RSVP or for directions to their home.
Prime Time
A fellowship group for retired persons which meets on the first Monday of each month at noon for lunch and a program.
Next Meeting —
Monday, September 13 at 12 Noon
Please contact the office by Friday noon, September 10th with your RSVP for what will certainly be an energizing afternoon! Lunch will begin at noon. The program is free and begins at 1 PM.
Stephen Ministry
A ministry opportunity for laypersons is offered through our Stephen Ministry program. People who are facing or going through crisis situations are provided with a Stephen Minister who has been specially trained in caregiving skills. It's free, it's confidential and it will make a difference in your life. To find out more, please contact Pastor Judy Sherk or Louise Wood.
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United Methodist Women
Programs, activities and groups (Circles) for women of all ages.
UMW Book Group:
The UMW Book Group reads books together and meets for discussion. For further questions, please email Cathy O'Brien .
Faith Circle
Faith Circle's next meeting will be held Friday, August 13 from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM for Picnic in the Park, downtown Libertyville. Join us for a relaxing time of fellowship and lunch! for more info, please contact Heather Socie. Faith Circle is comprised of mothers of young and school-age children. New members are always welcome. Please join us on the second Thursday of each month for fellowship, programs, prayer support and monthly evenings out. For more information about Faith Circle, please contact either Blair Brockman or Jennifer Johnson. Please let us know if you'd like to be added to our email contact list for Faith Circle meetings and events.
Grace Circle
The next meeting of Grace Circle will take place on Tuesday, July 27. We will meet at Independence Grove for a picnic and to hear the music from Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones, a free concert put on by Lake County Forest Preserve as part of their "Events in the Plaza" series. The concert starts at 7:30, but due to limited space and parking, it is suggested that you arrive around 6:30. You can either bring food with you or buy it at the partk. Friends and family are invited. Please RSVP to Diana Natsch if you'll be attending, or if you need further directions.
Priscilla Circle
Priscilla Circle will meet next at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 21, at church in Fellowship Hall — All are welcome!
Ruth Circle
Ruth Circle will meet on Wednesday evening, August 18, for a special treat at the home of Nancy Grange. Nancy will be taking us on a tour of the gardens in her neighborhood and then return to her lovely garden for refreshments and dessert. If you need directions, please contact Nancy. The Circle meetings are open to all women of the church and we would love to have you join us!
Lydia Circle
Join Lydia Circle at 7:30 PM on the third Monday evening each month at church. Lydia Circle is off for the summer, but will begin again on Spetember 20. Newcomers are always welcome. Questions? Please contact Joannie Foley. Hope to see you there!!