Weekly Announcements
201 E. Gulf Beach Drive • St. George Island, FL 32328-2826
Call us at (850) 927-2031 | Email us at sgiumc201@gmail.com
Rev. Will White
Pastor’s email: will.white@live.com
About Us: SGIUMC is a small membership church with a big heart and lots of island visitors. If you would like to talk with our pastor about your personal spiritual journey or learn more about our church, please reach out.
NOTICE OF CHURCH CONFERENCE: One Wednesday, September 24th, 2025, at 6 p.m. a Church Conference will be held in the Fellowship Hall of SGI UMC in accordance with ¶2544.7 of the United Methodist Book of Discipline (2020/24). ALL CHURCH MEMBERS are encouraged to come and vote during this meeting. The purpose of the conference is to approve or disapprove preliminary plans for the construction of a new Thrift Shop and to enhance the church front’s entrance. All votes must be cast IN PERSON per the UMC Book of Discipline 2020/24. As designated by The Rev. Catherine Fluck Price (NW District Superintendent). The Rev. David Williamson will preside at this meeting. Only MEMBERS of SGIUMC are eligible to vote. If you are uncertain whether you are a member, or you want to join before the church conference, do not heistate to get in touch with Rev. White via email (sgiumc201@gmail.com) or church office phone (850-927-2031).
Be A Church Volunteer-There are many opportunities for service through our church. Please email the church office if you want to be involved. We will help you find your passion.
United Women in Faith 3rd Grade Reading Program: Monthly Reading with 3rd Graders at Franklin County Schools is headed up by Patti Stewart and is coming up later in September on a Monday. Meet at the church at 12:15 p.m. if you are interested in participating. Contact Patti to volunteer at 319-329-5415.
Reminder if you are signed up for CPR/AED Awareness Training: Franklin County Rescue Squad will lead a CPR/AED Awareness Training on September 17th from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Dress comfortably as you will be performing CPR on mannequins.
Cook Kids Cook: Is one of the many outreach programs supported by the United Women in Faith. The program teaches young children easy and healthy meals they can prepare at home. It is offered the 3rd Saturday of every month from September through May. The next Cook Kids Cook will be on Saturday, September 20th from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at The Nest in Eastpoint. If interested in helping contact Kate Johnson at xkatejohnson@gmail.com.
Boy Scout Troop 22: Is looking for additional adult leadership. There is a sign-up sheet on the “Welcome” table in the Fellowship Hall. They meet on the last Saturday of every month. The next meeting is September 27th at 10:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. If you have questions, contact Dan McClellan at 850-566-8975.
Line Dance Classes Return: “Boot Scootin’” Line Dance Classes will return on Fridays starting on October 3rd from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Spread the word as this activity is open to the public. And be sure to save the dates on your calendar.Grief Support Group-GriefShare meets every Monday at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome. It is open to the entire community. Griefshare is on summer haitus but will begin again on September 8th.
Aaron’s Meals with United Women in Faith: Or anyone that likes to bake! Our church has committed to supplying 35 dozen desserts for Aaron’s Meals on the 3rd Monday of each month. We have chosen cookies, brownies, or cookie bars. They can be baked in advance and stored in the church’s freezer. Place two items per snack bag. They are needed at the church no later than noon on Monday, September 15th. This month we are a little short and still need 23 dozen, so if you’re available, please bake one or two dozen. If you have questions, contact Teresa Manning Fritz at 813-833-9025.
Prayer Team-The prayer team meets in the Worship Center on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. (Note the new time). If you want a prayer or praise added to our list, please email the church office.
Hope Park Senior Adult Luncheon: Meets on Tuesday, September 9th, at 11:30 a.m. RSVP to Gloria at gloriahopepark@gmail.com if you plan to attend.
Men’s Prayer Breakfast-The Men’s Community Interfaith Prayer & Devotion Breakfast meets year-round on Wednesdays at 8:15 a.m. at the Beach Pit BBQ Restaurant, 401 W Pine Ave, SGI. All men are welcome to attend.
Island Girl Chair Yoga: Meets every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. You don’t need to bring any equipment, a chair will be provided. We are very blessed to have Cindy Donald and Betsy Nofziger as the Yoga instructors. Cash donations are accepted to support church missions.
Kids Klub at Hope Park-Meets every Thursday from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. for fun and games. Be sure to share this information with anyone who has school-aged children. Please contact the church office for ways to volunteer.
Caring and Sharing Ministry-Do you know someone who has an injury, surgery, or needs a meal or rides to an appointment, shopping, or any other need? Please contact the church so we can get the help needed. If you are interested in volunteering, contact the church se we can put you in touch with the coordinator.
Hosts Needed: Beginning on September 7th through early October, volunteers are needed to host Fellowship Time on Sundays and other social events. A couple could host and bring food, set up, and clean up or it can continue with individuals signing up to bring food and two additional folks being responsible for setting up, putting out food, and cleaning up. Nancy will make the coffee each week. If you are interested contact Carol Wheeler (678-643-6670) for additional information (and training).
“SGI Sing We Now of Christmas”: Mark your calendars now for December 21st for the Christmas Cantata during morning worship. There will be a Christmas Preview Party on Sunday afternoon, October 5th at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. Rehearsals will be every Sunday at 12:00 p.m. (except for Thanksgiving weekend). Dress rehearsal will be Saturday, December 20th at 10:00 a.m. Plan on participating. Invite your friends and neighbors to participate and to attend. Listening recordings and sheet music will be provided. Let Ed Lyon know of your interest (850-556-4113).
Office Hours-Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Announcements for the bulletin should be emailed by Wednesday at noon at sgiumc201@gmail.com.
Offering our gifts to God-The offering is an opportunity to show thanks to God in a tangible way and share the financial blessings that God has entrusted to our care. SGIUMC is entirely supported by our members and generous island visitors. With your gifts, we can serve the island and the children and youth of Eastpoint. Thank you for your faithful generosity to God’s church.
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