Connect, Celebrate, and Contribute
Calendar of Events
We value the contributions of our community to keep our Calendar of Events vibrant and ‘up to date’. Whether you have an upcoming workshop, seminar, or any other noteworthy event, let's ensure everyone is in the loop. Help us enrich our calendar by sharing your event details, and let's create a thriving space of engagement and connection. Your input matters!
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Let's Dance Into Wellness
Zumba at Elizabeth UMC
Join us for a Zumba experience like no other, led by the dynamic duo Faye and Debbie of Golden Divas. Whether you're stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or reigniting an old passion, our low-impact routines are tailored for beginners and perfect for all ages - yes, seniors too!
Dance is the universal language of joy, and Zumba is its most exhilarating conversation. Let's embrace fun, health, and wellness together in each beat and move.
🎶 Where: Elizabeth UMC Fellowship Hall
🎶 When: Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM
🎶 Who: Everyone is welcome!
🎶 Cost: $5 per class or $20 for a 5-class pass
🎶 Contact: Fmayoubi@aol.com; Debparobok@gmail.com
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Ministry:
Easter Sunday Services
Join us for our special Easter Services and Breakfast! Celebrate the resurrection and share in the joy and fellowship of Easter morning. All are welcome to this day of hope and renewal. Bring your family and friends for a memorable Easter celebration.
Wreaths across America
Join us in honoring our veterans with the Wreaths across America Mobile Education Exhibit, a moving tribute now shared with our community. Thank you, American Legion Post 132, Smithfield, NC, for this powerful reminder of service and sacrifice.
Drive-Thru Ashes
Drive into Lent with Grace: Join us for Ash Wednesday Drive-Thru Blessings. Begin your journey of reflection from the comfort of your car.
Ash Wednesday Service
Embrace the spirit of Lent: Attend our Ash Wednesday Service with the imposition of ashes for a time of reflection, prayer, and the beginning of a sacred journey. All are welcome to join us in worship and renewal.
Creating Memories
on Christmas Eve
Celebrate the season of love and light with Elizabeth UMC's Christmas Eve candlelight service. Come and experience the joy and peace of the holiday season as we sing carols by candlelight, partake in the Holy Communion, and share in the story of the Nativity.
Let us embrace the holiday spirit together in a beautiful celebration of hope and community. Refresh your heart and renew your spirit with us on this blessed night.
All hearts are welcome, all souls embraced, as we gather to remember the reason for the season.
Join us in the Spirit of Giving this Christmas
We believe that nobody should go without during the Christmas season. That's why we're hosting our Food and Toy Drive at Elizabeth UMC. We are asking for donations of non-perishable food items and new, unwrapped toys for children in need. Your generosity will help spread joy and make the Christmas season brighter for families in our community. Thank you for your support!
Celebrate the Birth
of Jesus with Us
Join us at Elizabeth UMC on December 2nd, 10:30am-1pm for our annual Jesus Birthday Party! Come and enjoy lunch, hear the Christmas story, and get some treats from Santa himself. Make sure you grab your camera and don't miss your chance to take a photo with him! Bring your family and friends and celebrate this special day with us. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join Us for a Festive Christmas Meal
Elizabeth UMC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all are welcome to worship and grow in their faith. Our Christmas Potluck is the perfect example of how we bring our community together to celebrate the holiday season. Our members and guests bring their favorite dishes to complement turkey, ham, and salmon, and we sing carols and share in the joyous atmosphere that only the Christmas season brings. Whether you are new to our community or have been with us for years, we welcome you with open arms to experience the love and support of our congregation.
Colombian Land
& Healing
Join us for "Colombian Land & Healing: A Dialogue" on November 15th from 11 am to 1 pm at the NCCUMC building. This enlightening discussion, sponsored by Witness for Peace Southeast and The NC Conference of The United Methodist Church, will feature insights from Bishop Connie Mitchell Shelton and Colombian environmental activist, Briceida Lemos. Dive deep into the campesinx struggle for reclamation and explore the journey towards peace and healing in Colombia. Your presence will enrich this conversation about the land and its people. Don't miss out!"
Prayer Schedule
Prayer and worship form the basis of Elizabeth UMC. We offer a range of services and opportunities to participate. Our calendar includes time allotted for prayer, sermons, and personal reflection, as well as guided Bible study. Have a prayer request? We invite you to send your request using the "Let's Chat" feature on this page. Alternately, you can contact us by clicking the "Contact Us" button below and message us with your prayer need. We look forward to praying for you.
INDIVIDUAL PRAYER
Send us prayer Request
SUNDAY SERVICE
Sundays Starting at 9:30 am
PRIVATE MIDWEEK PRAYER
Wednesdays at 10:30 am
Advent: A Time of Expectant
Waiting and Preparation
As the Advent season approaches, we at the United Methodist Church invite you to join us in a journey of expectant waiting and preparation. This special time in the Christian calendar is not just a countdown to Christmas; it is an opportunity to reflect, prepare our hearts, and anticipate the true meaning of the season.
Understanding Advent: A Time of Reflection and Anticipation
Advent, which begins four Sundays before Christmas and ends on Christmas Eve, is a time for Christians to prepare their hearts for the coming of Christ. It is a period of both remembrance and anticipation. We remember the long-awaited birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior, and anticipate His return. This dual focus makes Advent a deeply spiritual time that enriches our faith.
Embracing the Themes of Advent in Daily Life
Advent is not just about attending church services; it's a time to embody the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love in our daily lives. This might involve acts of kindness, moments of quiet reflection, or reading scriptural passages that focus on the coming of Christ. It's an opportunity to slow down amidst the holiday bustle and focus on what truly matters.
Join Us in Celebration and Reflection
We warmly invite you to participate in our Advent services and activities. Whether you are a long-standing member or new to our community, there is a place for you in our celebration of this holy season. Join us as we sing carols, light candles, and share in the anticipation and joy of Advent.
A Call to Prepare Your Heart
As we enter this Advent season, we encourage you to prepare your heart. Let this time be one of spiritual renewal and deepened faith. In the words of Isaiah, “Prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the wilderness a highway for our God” (Isaiah 40:3).
In essence, Advent is more than a countdown to Christmas. It's a sacred time of expectation and preparation that offers a chance to connect more deeply with our faith and with each other. Join us in embracing the fullness of this season as we await the coming of Christ with hopeful hearts.
Join Us in Celebration
This Advent Season
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