The Good Life
We are so excited about our growing ministry for adults 60 and better — The Good Life — and we want to make sure you don't miss out on what's coming up this season! We have a wonderful lineup of events planned, with more to come, so keep reading the newsletters and bulletins each week to stay in the loop. Some activities require advance registration. Links for more information and registration are provided below.
Here's what's on the horizon:
Ranger-led Nature Hike at Eden Gardens State Park
Tuesday, October 6
Meet up with Phillip Johnson and other members of The Good Life at Eden Gardens State Park on Tuesday, October 6 at 10:00 a.m. for this ranger-led hour-long nature hike. Registration not required. Details here.
Volunteer Opportunity at Food for Thought
Wednesday, October 7
Join us from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 7 at Food for Thought (Santa Rosa Beach pantry) as we pack backpacks with lunches for students who need meal assistance over the weekend. Standing required for duration of two-hour shift. Learn more and register to help here.
Blessing of the Pets
Saturday, October 10
Join us for a sweet and special service under the oaks at PWUMC on Saturday, October 10 at 10:00 a.m. where Pastor Jean will bless your pet(s). All are welcome. Invite your friends and neighbors! Pets should be properly restrained. Donations of unopened pet food accepted for Caring & Sharing.
Tuesday Tiles Open Mahjong Play
Tuesday, October 13
Open Mahjong play on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Stephen Center. Adults of all ages at any playing level are welcome. Details & registration here.
Lunch and Learn
Wednesday, October 14
Join us for lunch on Wednesday, October 14 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Stephen Center courtesy of The Fountains and Gulf Coast Bank! Learn more about protecting yourself from scams from a representative from Gulf Coast Bank and living a great retirement from the folks from The Fountains. Register here by October 9.
The Good Life Book Club
Tuesday, October 20
Patsy Jeffcoat leads book club on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from noon - 1:00 p.m. in Classroom 2 in the Ministry Center. Our October read is Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. Read it an join us for a lively discussion of this treasure of a book! Contact Patsy for more info at pjeffcoat50@gmail.com.
Midday Singing and Lunch on the Ground
Monday, October 26
Bring a sack lunch and a lawn chair to picnic under the oaks starting at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, October 26. We'll sing hymns led by Chris Klaus, our amazing Director of Music Ministry, and enjoy being together on an autumn day on our beautiful campus grounds. If there's inclement weather, we will meet in the Stephen Center.
Volunteer Opportunity at Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 28
Trunk or Treat is one of our year's biggest events and it takes everyone helping to pull it off! This year's theme is "Giants" and the fun begins at 5:30 on Wednesday, October 28 in the FLC. Kelly and Jen need volunteers for everything from set-up to cooking to serving snacks to leading games to hosting a trunk and everything in between. Register here.
Walk to End Alzheimer's
Saturday, November 7
Join our PWUMC team for the area's first Walk to End Alzheimer's and help raise funds for important research. With new treatments emerging in the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementia, now is the time for hope. Now is the time for action. Help us keep the momentum going. The Walk takes place at Gran Boulevard starting at 9:30 a.m. Join our team.
More Coming in November and December:
Tuesday, November 10: Tuesday Tiles Open Mahjong Play - Register here.
Tuesday, November 17: The Good Life Book Club at noon in Classroom 2 of the New Ministry Center.
Monday, November 23: The Good Life Friendsgiving Potluck Lunch - Details coming soon!
Wednesday, December 9: Church Family Christmas Party at Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday, December 16: Field trip to see 1:00 p.m. matinee of Million Dollar Christmas at the Emerald Coast Theatre Company. Purchase tickets here.
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