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We are about 40 days away from Thanksgiving!  In the Bible, we see how 40 days is a time where people experinece transfomraiton in their lives. As we are going through the pandemic, when it seems to be difficult to give thanks, we are encouraging the people of God to practice giving thanks through writing a Thanksgiving Journal.  Through this practice, we pray that we will be able to live out Paul’s challenge to “Rejoice always,  pray continually,  give thanks in all…

Blood Drive at RCUMC We are witnessing a time where the supply for blood donation is in a shoratge. Our church would like to be part of the soluntion, by regulary hosting blood donation events for our community! As people redeemed by the blood of Jesus, what would be a better way to share that love, by saving lives through our blood! Click here to register to the next blood drive on August 19th, 2020

Re: Postponing Reopening date to August 9th, 2020 As we know, the cases in Roanoke has been doubling daily. We are witnessing an increase of cases, as if we are climbing up to the peak. The date we set for reopening, will also be two weeks after the Independence Day weekend. There are chances we will see another spike that leads us toward the peak. Our church transitioned to online worship when the amount cases in Roanoke was low. Reopening…

Re: Financial Response During COVID-19 Dear Members and Friends of Raleigh Court United Methodist Church, As you may already know, our Bishop has asked all United Methodist Churches in Virginia to not hold in-person worship until June 11th, based on the Executive order of Governor Northam. We will continue to unite our efforts to stand in solidarity with this world, as we fight against COVID-19. We also pray that this time of social distancing can remind us how much our…

We are walking through a new reality, as we cannot gather for Holy Week. Our original plan for Holy Week this year, was to invite you to walk with Jesus in his life, cross, and suffering. We purchased tickets to watch Jesus’ life, on big screens for Maundy Thursday. Sight & Sound Theatre planned a national screening of their recent musical “Jesus.” On Good Friday, we planned a Cross Walk with our neighboring churches and a Good Friday Cantata, by our Chancel Choir, to…

We are walking through a new reality, as we cannot gather for Holy Week. Our original plan for Holy Week this year, was to invite you to walk with Jesus in his life, cross, and suffering. We purchased tickets to watch Jesus’ life, on big screens for Maundy Thursday. Sight & Sound Theatre planned a national screening of their recent musical “Jesus.” On Good Friday, we planned a Cross Walk with our neighboring churches and a Good Friday Cantata, by our Chancel Choir, to…

Dear Raleigh Court United Methodist Members,   We are going through an unprecedented time. The development of COVID-19 can easily overwhelm us. I pray, in the midst of this chaos, that you are safe and healthy! As we are facing this stormy season, we are to remember that we are called to focus our eyes on our Lord. Set aside time to pray and stay in the presence of our Lord. Take a break from all the news, which is important for informing…

Dear Raleigh Court United Methodist Members, I want to thank everyone for being part of our Online worship experience. We are grateful for your participation and heart of worship. We also are thankful for members who shared this experience with their loved ones and spread the hope, as we are facing this unknown challenge. Please continue to be connected to our Lord, and keep each other in your prayers! I would also ask you to check out the ‘Lenten Prayer…

Greetings in our Lord, Jesus Christ, who is our strength and foundation.Our church closely monitored the recent updates regarding the response to COVID-19. According to the directives released by the Government and Virginia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, we will not gather for in-person worship for the next two Sundays. Click here to read the Bishop’s Announcement Again, worship on March 15th and 22nd will not be held in public. However, since our church has live stream capacity, will we invite the…