Salty Service

Posted on December 7, 2011 by ssadmin

Jesus was clear that his followers are to be servants: “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant…just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve” (Matthew 20:26-28).  Service flows naturally and inescapably from the teachings and example of Jesus.  “Let me tell you why you are here,” says Jesus.  “You’re here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth.  If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste godliness?”  (Matthew 5:13  The Message).

WE ARE HERE!

Our goal is to bring the church to the people in the surrounding community.

 

Call Sue @904-885-1786 anytime we can be of help.

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Wesley Child Development Center

Posted on February 2, 2012 by ssadmin
Wesley Child Development Center
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Purpose

Through the ministries of Highlands United Methodist Church, the Wesley Child Development Center reaches out and works
with families of small children with varying disabilities as well as typically developing preschoolers,
fostering acceptance of persons with disabilities and enhancing the success of all children.

Tuition

The Wesley Child Development Center provides quality care in a safe,
loving environment for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 Years.

Infant Room
Ages 6 weeks to 1 year
$140.00 Per week		 Preschoolers
Ages 3 years to 4 years
$125.00 Per week		 Registration & Supply Fees
A yearly registration fee of $60.00 (includes
accident insurance), plus a yearly supply fee
of $40.00 for Toddlers and Preschoolers
is due for each enrolled child.
Toddler / Twos Rooms
Ages l year to 2 years
$130.00 Per week.		 VPK WraP-around
$90.00 per week

Philosophy

The Wesley Child Development Center believes that all children are gifts from God,each an individual with his/her own special talents, personality, and needs.  Our center affirms the uniqueness of each child and attempts to meet the needs of each child with our program that includes:

Creative Arts Communicative Skills Story Time
Fine Motor Skills Dramatic Play Blocks and Transportation
Daily Bible Stories Weekly Chapel for ages 2 through 5

Discipline

We believe the discipline for young children should be developmentally appropriate. At no time will this be of a physical nature, other than redirecting activity.

All of the children are afforded good role models for behavior and are encouraged to use proper verbal tools to resolve situations.

Snacks & Lunch

We will provide nutritious afternoon snacks.  These will include fruit, crackers, cheese and juice. No heavy sugar, salt or added dyes.

We will also provide a warm lunch for the 1 through 5 year olds. Parents may bring their child’s lunch without a change in tuition. Parents of infants are to provide their food, formula, and diapers each day.

 

 

 

 

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Shut ins

Posted on January 29, 2012 by ssadmin

It is unfortunate, but several of our members are no longer able to leave their homes and visit the church. Below are their addresses. Please drop them a line from time to time to remind them that they are loved.

Janice Flight
3921 Bessent Rd
Jacksonville, Fl 32218

Bob Fleming
2123 Newberry Rd
jacksonville, Fl 32218

Frank and Loie Flood
7620 Timberlin Parc #112
Jacksonville, Fl 32256

Ms Addie Fordham
3939 Spring Park Rd #C13
Jacksonville, Fl 32207

Deborah Forbes
12450 Biscayne Blvd #208
Jacksonville, Fl 32218

Bob and Virginia Harrell
8 Oak Court
Candler, NC 28715

Bob and Joann Hebblethwaite
2628 Leonid Street
Jacksonville, Fl 32218

Louise Ledford
701 N Ocean St #604
Jacksonville, Fl 32202

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Prison Ministry

Posted on January 29, 2012 by ssadmin

Please send the following prisoners love and encouragement:

Dale E Parker Jr.
DC# X03425
10650 SW 46th St
Jasper FL 32052

Ronald H Terry
DCJ-38921
52 West Unit Dr
Sneads, Fl 32460-4162

Donald Ernie Angel
DC#1000550273
GA Dept CI
PO Box 23877
Jackson, GA 30233

Harold Angell
#20911
Ware County Jail
3487 Harris Rd
Waycross, GA 31503

Marilyn Waters
#2012003529
4724 Lannie Rd B4
Jacksonville, FL  32218

William D Davis
888492/C1
Union Correctional Institute
7819 NW 228th St
Raiford, FL 32026

Noah Rook
DC#134272
Hamilton CCI Main Unit
10650 SW 46th St
Jasper, FL 32052

Susan Stephens Sellers

 

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Preserving Precious Memories

Posted on January 29, 2012 by ssadmin

Do you have a closet, bag, or boxes of family pictures?
Let’s get together and find out how to organize and preserve these
precious memories

Every Tuesday except the first one!

Bring your pictures and own lunch
and meet us in the fellowship hall!

Call Nancy Foster 714-9836 for details

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Cuba “El Guatao”

Posted on January 27, 2012 by ssadmin

Highlands has long been a supporter of the Florida-Cuba Covenant in which churches in the Florida Conference support a sister church in Cuba. The Methodist Church in Cuba is growing despite of government attempts to limit Christian worship on the island.
Our sister church is El Guatao and is lead by Pastor Rafael. There is a facebook site wwwfacebook/highlandsUMC/humcJax where you can stay informed on what is going on there with some pictures of their church and church family.
Our missionaries Bruce Stevens and Sharri Matthews went over in late January carrying bags full of supplies and money so they could continue their ministry. You can contribute, contact Bruce  or leave a message for him at our church office.

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First Sunday, First Fruits

Posted on January 27, 2012 by ssadmin

“And now  I bring the firstfruits of the soil that you, O Lord, have given me.  Place the basket before the Lord your God and bow down before him.”  (NIV Deuteronomy 26:10)

Every first Sunday of the month join us in bringing nonperishable food items for the Northside Christian Service Center, our local food distribution center located next door to the church office.

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FISHERS Ministry

Posted on January 27, 2012 by ssadmin

Faithful in Service, Helping Elder Residents
What a wonderful ministry these young men have!

If you  need or have someone in need of some minor repairs, meals, company, sitting with an elderly while you run errands, or other needs, please contact:

Sue @ 904-885-1786, or Shawn @ 904-305-0797

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