Pastor’s Corner March 13

Pastor’s Corner March 13

Making Space: Fasting — Emptying Distractions to Be Fulfilled With GodHey friends,We’re a couple of weeks into Lent now, and I don’t know about you, but I’ve found myself craving some breathing room. Life is full and fast and noisy—and yet, this season is gently inviting us to slow down and make spa

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Pastor’s Corner March 6

Pastor’s Corner March 6

A Season of Reflection: Worship Traditions During LentAs we journey into the season of Lent, you may begin to notice some changes in our worship spaces—both in our Traditional and Contemporary services. These changes are intentional, designed to help us reflect, repent, and prepare our hearts for th

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Pastor’s Corner Feb. 27

Pastor’s Corner Feb. 27

Pittman Park Family & Friends,As we step into the sacred season of Lent, I want to invite you to two meaningful gatherings that help us transition from feasting to fasting, from celebration to contemplation as we prepare for Easter.First, join us for our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, Mar

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2025 D.R. Mission Trips

2025 D.R. Mission Trips

The Construction Trip to the Dominican Republic will be serving March 15-21. Learn more about international missions at Pittman Park here.

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Sewing for Missions

Sewing for Missions

On the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 9:30 a.m., the Sewing for Missions team gathers in the sewing room beside the fellowship hall to work on various sewing projects to support missions efforts. All are welcome to join, supplies and equipment are provided.

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Monthly Women’s Meetings

Monthly Women’s Meetings

Connect with Pittman Park women each month through one of our circle groups. You’ll grow in faith as you share with others.New Morning Women’s Circle We’d love to have you join us in our ministry to the church, the community and specifically to shut-ins. Second Tuesdays at 10 a.m. in the ParlorSusan

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Spiritual Growth Retreat March 21-23

Spiritual Growth Retreat March 21-23

A disciple of Jesus is someone who is becoming more like Jesus. What if, in our sin-sick culture of division, we, who are His disciples, become the answer to His unity prayer, “that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you.” (John 17:21)?Just as beautiful colors, shapes,

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Order your Easter Lily by March 23

Order your Easter Lily by March 23

Order an Easter Lily for display at Easter. It’s yours to keep after the service. Plants are $16 and can be dedicated to loved ones. Please place your order by March 23. Order forms available online and at the church office.

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New Connect Path Lunch March 23

New Connect Path Lunch March 23

Our new Connect Path lunch is for anyone who is ready to serve the church and community effectively, with intention. Attendees will learn not only the different opportunities for volunteering, but also how they might best apply their gifts. The very first Connect Path will be March 23 at 12:00 in th

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Catalyst Sunday

Catalyst Sunday

We’re continuing our Catalyst discipleship training on Sunday, March 23 at 10 a.m. Everyone is invited to this practical lesson to learn new ways to make an impact in your world.

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Church Governance Meetings

Church Governance Meetings

The Church Council has some meetings coming up in March. Everyone is welcome to attend. The full Church Council will meet Monday, March 24 at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for a regularly-scheduled meeting. Then, the Mission Committee will meet on Thursday, March 27 at 6 p.m. in Conference Room 1.

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Adult Ministry Luncheon

Adult Ministry Luncheon

We host a Prime Celebration luncheon each month from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a catered meal for $10.Join us this month on March 25. We are honored to welcome Julie Lavender as our featured speaker. Julie Lavender is a journalist, author, and former home

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Blood Drive

Blood Drive

The next Red Cross blood drive at Pittman Park will be Thursday, March 27 from 12-5 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Walk-ins welcome. Schedule a donation time HERE.

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Barbecue Plate Fundraiser

Barbecue Plate Fundraiser

Order a barbecue dinner plate to benefit this summer’s medical mission trip to the Dominican Republic. Dinner includes pulled pork, potato salad, green beans, a roll, and dessert. Dinner plates will be available for rive-thru pick-up on March 28 at Pittman Park between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Plates are $

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Donate Your Items for Handmade for Missions

Donate Your Items for Handmade for Missions

Handmade for Missions will be at the Statesboro Farmer’s Market on April 5 to sell handmade items. Proceeds will support Park Missions. Do you have some handmade items you would like to donate for our table? Bring them to the church office before April 1.

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Rummage Sale April 5

Rummage Sale April 5

A rummage sale to benefit Pittman Park Missions and Altrusa Literacy Programs will be held Saturday, April 5 in the Fellowship Hall. There will be books, toys, electronics, furniture, plants, costume jewelry, puzzles, games, baskets, tools, china, crystal, wall art, appliances, lamps, holiday items,

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Egg Hunt Picnic April 6

Egg Hunt Picnic April 6

Pittman Park’s annual Egg Hunt Picnic will be April 6 after worship services. A light lunch will be served in the Fellowship Hall. Children through grade 5 are invited to hunt eggs on the front lawn. The egg hunt will include a beginners section with candy-free eggs.

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40 Days of Prayer

40 Days of Prayer

40 Days of Prayer is a six-week study guided by videos. Meet Joan Smith each Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. in Conference Room 2 on the Office hallway. The series will run March 12 through April 16.

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Pastor’s Corner Feb. 20

Pastor’s Corner Feb. 20

Dear Pittman Park Family,This week, our hearts are heavy with sorrow. We share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our precious Pittman Park Education Center (PPEC) children. Our entire PPEC family is grieving alongside this child’s loved ones during this devastating time.In moments like

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Pastor’s Corner Feb. 13

Pastor’s Corner Feb. 13

Honoring Faith in ActionDear Pittman Park Family,This past week, I had the incredible honor of standing at the Georgia State Capitol to receive a special proclamation from Senator Billy Hickman and Representative Lehman Franklin. This recognition was not just for me, but for all faith-based organiza

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Disciple III Bible Study

Disciple III Bible Study

Join Pastor Jonathan for a deep dive into the powerful words of Paul, guided by the Disciple III Fast Track curriculum. The course will meet on Sundays at 5 in the Parlor.The first part of Disciple III explored the prophets. In the second part, Paul’s letters further shed light on how memory and ide

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Get to Know the Church: Mike and Karen Riegelman

Get to Know the Church: Mike and Karen Riegelman

Mike and Karen Riegelman recently moved to Statesboro from Ringgold in North Georgia near the boarder with Tennessee. You might see them at the Traditional service on Sundays or packing bags for Backpack Buddies on Wednesday afternoons. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a little bett

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Pastor’s Corner Feb. 6

Pastor’s Corner Feb. 6

One of my deeply held beliefs is that everyone needs a place to connect and grow. As human beings, we are created for community—to work together, to build relationships, and to support one another. Looking back over my life, I can clearly see the places where I found deep connections and growth: my

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Pastor’s Corner Jan. 30

Pastor’s Corner Jan. 30

It’s an exciting time to be a part of Pittman Park! Every Sunday, new faces walk through the doors of Pittman Park United Methodist Church—some seeking a fresh start, others looking for a place to belong, and many simply wanting to deepen their faith. Over the past year, 44 people have made Pittman

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