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El Salvador Mission Trip Craft Auction
TODAY, May 5, 8am - 1pm
To help support our mission trip, we will be holding a Craft Auction today, Sunday, May 5 from 8am until 1pm in the large Fellowship Hall.
CLICK HERE to view the list of auction items!
We are also collecting glasses during the month of MAY. Our greatest needs are readers of all strengths as well as single vision glasses.
Thank you for your support of our El Salvador Mission Trip!
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Graduate Recognition Sunday 2024
Graduate Recognition Sunday is on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Holland's will recognize our high school, community college, undergraduate, graduate school, and professional school graduates at both the 8:30 and 11:00 services.
If you have graduated from a school or program since June of 2023 please fill out THIS FORM by May 12, 2024 (Form may be completed by the graduate or by someone on their behalf).
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𝒞𝒽𝑒𝒸𝓀 𝑜𝓊𝓉 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓅𝓁𝒶𝓎𝓁𝒾𝓈𝓉 𝑜𝓃 𝒮𝓅𝑜𝓉𝒾𝒻𝓎:
https://tinyurl.com/Contemporary-Playlist
This is a playlist of songs that you'll hear during our Contemporary worship services throughout the year. Add this playlist into your mix and listen while driving, cleaning, working, or hanging out on your back porch!
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Come cheer on our Holland's softball team!
Below is our schedule of upcoming games. Our team would love to hear your voices cheering us on to victory! All games will be played at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church (10005 Lake Wheeler Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526).
Tuesday, May 7 at 6:30pm
Thursday, May 9 at 6:30pm
Tuesday, May 14 at 7:30pm
Thursday, May 16 at 7:30pm
Tuesday, May 21 at 7:30pm
Thursday, May 23 at 7:30pm
We hope to see (and hear!) you out on the field!
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Join Our Prayer Warriors!
As believers in Christ, we come together to find healing, deliverance, restoration and genuine faith. Each week, members of our Holland's congregation complete Prayer Cards about a loved one who is in need of our prayers. These prayers are lifted Sunday morning. Every Wednesday morning, a group of prayer warriors will also pray over these requests.
A warm welcome is extended to anyone who wishes to join our prayer group (the Prayer Warriors). There is no requirement to join other than a desire to lift prayers for others to God. There is also no requirement that members of the Prayer Warriors attend every week. Just come when you are able!
Please consider joining us. Stephen Ministers will lead the group and all will meet in classroom 101 every Wednesday at 10:00 AM.
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Our Homebound Communion Ministry is growing!
If you know of someone who would like to receive Communion at their home or healthcare facility - or if you would like to volunteer to serve Communion to one of our members - please contact Pastor Susan, Kathy Nieberding, or Kathy Maynard.
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Holland's Hospitality Team
We need friendly, welcoming smiles to join our Hospitality Team!
Please contact Joan Banker at joanbanker@gmail.com for more information!
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Join the Young at Heart at their next gathering on Thursday, May 16, at 11:30am at the Elek's residence (1508 Pagan Road, Raleigh 27603). Lunch will be provided.
Friends are welcome; the more the merrier!
Contact Judy Best (judithpbest@gmail.com) with any questions.
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Join us for Holland's Vacation Bible School June 18-21 from 6-8pm.
VBS is open for children 3 years old through completed 5th graders (don't forget to invite friends to register and join in on the fun!). We will have games, crafts, Bible lessons, music, and a week full of fun and fellowship. Snacks will also be provided.
Please register by June 2 in order to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
REGISTER HERE
We also need adult volunteers to help lead crews and stations. Please consider registering to be a volunteer to help make this year's VBS a success!
VOLUNTEER HERE
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What’s Happening in Holland’s Youth?!
Youth Group on Sundays - Regular Youth Group meetings for 6th-12thgraders are on most Sunday afternoons from 4-6 pm in the youth room. Youth group is the hub of our Youth Ministries at Holland’s around which all our other events and activities revolve. We look forward to seeing all our youth on Sunday afternoons!
Upcoming Events:
TODAY, May 5: Youth Group 4-6 pm
Sunday, May 12: Mother's Day! No youth group so you can do something special with your family.
Sunday, May 19: Youth Sunday AND Confirmation!
Sunday, May 26: No Youth Group due to Memorial Day weekend.
Sunday, June 2: Graduate Recognition Sunday AND our Youth Group End-of-the Year Party!
***Youth Group Sunday Meetings pause for the summer. Will resume the end of August***
Youth Ministries Summer Events:
June 18-21: Vacation Bible School (Plan to volunteer!)
June 23-29: ASP Week 1
July 6-9: Lake Junaluska Retreat
July 14-20: ASP Week 2
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ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS!
Holland's has TWO special scholarship opportunities you can apply for: The Methodist Women Scholarship and the Paul Szalanski Memorial Scholarship. Applications and reference letters for both are due Sunday, May 12. You can apply for one or both - see details below!
**Please email your essay(s) and letter(s) of reference to Katie Crocker, Holland's Church Office Manager, at katie@hollandschurch.org. Make sure to note in your email which scholarship your essay and reference(s) are for.**
Methodist Women Scholarship
The Holland's Methodist Women's Scholarship Program began when they awarded the first $500 scholarship to one of the church's high school seniors in the spring of 2017. In the years since the scholarship's inception they have awarded two $500 scholarships to deserving high school seniors each school year.
This year's application is due on Sunday, May 12.
Applicant Requirements:
I. This scholarship opportunity is available to all graduating high school seniors who are members of Holland's Church.
II. High School Seniors apply by submitting a completed copy of the application form (link below) by the due date (must be completed by the high school senior themselves.)
III. Please note reference requirements on Scholarship Application.
IV. Submitted applications will be printed and sealed in envelopes with the applicant's name on it for the MW Scholarship Committee to review. Reference letters will be added as they are received.
V. Late submissions or ones without a reference letter will not be reviewed.
VI. If you are selected to receive an offer for a scholarship, you will be notified via phone call. Recognition before the congregation will occur on Graduate Recognition Sunday.
Click here to apply: Methodist Women Scholarship Application
Paul Szalanski Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is given in memory of Paul Szalanski. Paul was a father, a husband, a son, a brother, a friend, an engineer, an athlete; but above all, he was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ. Paul never missed an opportunity to live out his faith through service to others, accepting both official and unofficial leadership roles in his church and career. This annual award is given to two eligible high school seniors who, like Paul Szalanski, exemplify the traits of a servant leader such as bringing a group together, overcoming challenges or adversity, and building or motivating others.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Graduating high school senior
- Active member of Holland’s Church
- A leader in the student’s community who has participated in church, community service and/or volunteer activities
Scholarship Application Review:
The scholarship application and all supporting documentation must be received by Sunday, May 12, 2024. Application materials will be reviewed by a committee of Holland’s Methodist Men.
Click HERE to apply: Paul Szalanski Scholarship Application
Distribution of Scholarships:
Two $1500 scholarships will be awarded annually. Scholarships will be presented to the selected seniors with churchwide recognition occurring in conjunction with Graduate Recognition Sunday.
Payment of the scholarship funds will be made directly to the selected seniors upon presentation of their tuition bill at the beginning of the fall semester. Payments will be made within two weeks of receipt of the tuition bill. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, or other school-related expenses.
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Holland's Kids
8:30am: We offer care for Babies - Ones in room 104; Twos - Fours in room 105; Children's Church is provided for Fives - 3rd grade (4th and 5th graders are welcome, as well). Children’s Church participants dismiss from the sanctuary after the Kids’ Message. They will meet in room 107 in the preschool pod.
9:45am Sunday School: Babies - Ones in room 104; Twos - Threes in room 105; Fours - Kindergarten in 106; 1st-5th grades in the Youth Room.
11:00am: We offer care for Babies - Ones in room 104; Twos - Fours in room 105; Children's Church is provided for Fives - 3rd grade (4th and 5th graders are welcome, as well). Children’s Church participants dismiss from the sanctuary near the beginning of service. They will meet in room 107 in the preschool pod.
Wednesday Nights (September - April): JAM (Jesus and Me) meets from 6:15 - 7:15pm for Threes-5th grade. Games, music, Bible study, crafts and fun define our kids’ midweek gathering.
We use The Gospel Project curriculum for Twos - 5th grade. It is a chronological study through the Bible. Check out a preview video of the study by clicking HERE!
All children placed in our care, must be signed in at one of our kids check-in stations located in the lobby/narthex, preschool pod, and near the Chapel.
VOLUNTEERS: We need YOU to join our team of leaders by serving only one Sunday a month (especially in the nursery!). Learning activities and all needed supplies will be provided making it easy for you to serve! We are calling husbands, wives, daughters, sons, grandmothers, grandfathers, aunts, uncles, etc. to get involved. Email Becky Hanner at becky@hollandschurch.org for more information.
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**CALLING ALL KIDS**
Join us for J.A.M. Club on Wednesdays from 6:15 p.m.-7:15 p.m. (September - April). During this time we will be doing games, music, Bible study, and more!
3 year olds - PreK will meet in room 220.
Kindergarten - 2nd grade will meet in the youth room.
3rd grade - 5th grade will meet in room 208.
We can’t wait to see you at J.A.M. (Jesus and Me) Club this fall!
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ℍ𝕠𝕝𝕝𝕒𝕟𝕕'𝕤 𝕄𝕖𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕕𝕚𝕤𝕥 𝕄𝕖𝕟
Come join the fun with your fellow Christian brothers!
We meet at 7pm in the large Fellowship hall on the THIRD MONDAY of each month (next meeting is May 20) to enjoy great fellowship, delicious food, and a meaningful devotion.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱'𝘀 Men 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗚𝗼𝗱'𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴:
 Schedule "work days" to help fellow church members in need of assistance.
Put our "muscles" to work helping the WINGS circle with their consignment sale 
Host a fall Golf Tournament in October as a fund raiser for church functions, mission trips, etc.
 We also have a fall retreat and Bible study at Fort Caswell (Oak Island) in October that you don't want to miss! |
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Walk to Emmaus
Men's Walk: August 1-4
Women's Walk: August 15-18
If you are interested in this special 3-day retreat, or would like more information, please reach out to Rod Poole (919-721-9161) or speak with anyone who has previously done the Walk to Emmaus (over 220 folks here at Holland's!).
Emmaus informational booklets are available to be borrowed from the table near the church office. Reservation forms are there as well. You're encouraged to register as soon as you're able!
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What is RightNow Media?
Rightnow Media is like the Netflix of Christian Bible studies. With access to 10,000+ Bible Study videos from 150 leading Christian publishers and ministries, you'll find valuable tools for your neighborhood groups, personal development, and areas of life training.
One of our goals and prayers as a church is that the members of our Holland's family would continually grow in their relationship with Christ. We continually work to provide resources to help with that maturity. We are pleased to announce our partnership with RightNow Media, an online, user-friendly library for individuals in every age and stage of life, from small children through mature adults.
With RightNow Media, you will find an array of wonderful, Bible-based content from Christian leaders throughout the world. You’ll find discipleship training videos ranging from topics such as parenting and marriage to finance and mission, and a great library just for kids. We pray that you will take advantage of this incredible online resource that is free of charge for Holland's members.
Click HERE to create an account.
Click HERE to login if you already have an account!
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SAMARITAN'S PANTRY
Garner Area Ministries is open for donations. Families in our community will benefit from the food items we donate regularly. Please prayerfully consider leaving items at the church drop-off bin or dropping them off at the GAM offices on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from 9am - 12pm.
Samaritan's Pantry is a church-wide ministry to help those in need. Each month, we suggest an item of the month, or you can bring an item you have on hand. A donation basket is located in the hallway near the church office.
Suggested items for May:
Pasta & Sauce
Contact: Sandra Irving; 919-977-0295
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H.O.P.E. Ministries would like to thank everyone for giving to H.O.P.E. Ministries & helping to serve on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
H.O.P.E. Ministries is currently asking for men’s underwear. Love offerings can also be made online in the “Other” category (please list H.O.P.E. Ministries Fund in “Notes”).
While we appreciate every donation brought to us, H.O.P.E. Ministries has asked that you please donate only what is asked for that month. THANK YOU!
If your family or group would be interested in helping serve a meal in 2024, or if you have any questions about H.O.P.E., please reach out to Kamiel Carter at 919-704-1928 or kamielkamiel@gmail.com or Richard Connelly at richard@deadlypenguin.com.
We are looking for a new H.O.P.E. Ministries Leader, if you are interested in details, please reach out to Kamiel or Richard.
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Help us in decorating our Sanctuary on Sunday mornings in 2024 by donating Altar Flowers!
If you would like to donate an Altar Flower arrangement (up to TWO arrangements each Sunday) please fill out the registration form: 2024 CLICK HERE. Don't forget to select if you want 1 or 2 arrangements.
These forms are also found on the Church Center app as well as our website (Hollandschurch.org) under the "Resources" tab.
Please contact the church office if you have any questions
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Find us on your favorite social media platforms!
We would love for you to not only follow us for church announcements, funny memes, and motivational quotes, but we also want to interact with you!
Please comment on and share our posts to your personal pages to help spread our church's reach to the community!
Facebook: @hollandschurchraleigh
Instagram: @hollandschurch
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We would like to invite you to download the Church Center app on your smart phone for a quick and easy way to connect with Holland's!
Through Church Center, you will be able to check-in to worship (instead of taking the time to sign the pew pads), view church contact information, view website links, view and interact with groups you are a member of (bible studies, etc), sign up for church events and bible studies, view the church calendar, fill out forms, view the church directory*, and more!
*If you would like to join the church directory, please send an email to admin@hollandsumc.org. Only the information YOU select will show up on the directory.
How do you get started?!
- Go to your mobile app store for Android or iOS and download the Church Center app (the icon will look like the picture above).
- In the app, search for Holland's Church (our address is 9433 Ten-Ten Road, Raleigh if you want to search by address).
- You will receive a verification code via text message to enter into the app to verify you are YOU.
- Once you are logged in, you will be able to update your personal information. If you are the primary contact for your household you can also update information for other members in your household (spouse/children/etc).
Once a majority of our congregation becomes familiar with using this app, we will be able to fully utilize the many benefits and become more connected as a church!
If you have any questions or need help downloading the app, feel free to call the church office at 919-772-5294.
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Sunday, May 5
8am - 1pm El Salvador Craft Auction - Lg Fellowship Hall
8:30 am Traditional Service
9:45 am Sunday School
11:00 am Contemporary Service
4:00 pm Youth Group - Youth Room
Monday, May 6
10:30 am Staff Meeting - Conf. Room
Tuesday, May 7
9:00 am Morning Glories - 103
6:30 pm Rise Up Bible Study - 109
6:30 pm Softball Game - Pleasant Grove Baptist
7:00 pm SPRC Mtg - 103
Wednesday, May 8
10:00 am Prayer Warriors - 101
6:00 pm ByGrace Vocal Rehearsal - Sanctuary
6:15 pm Glory Bells - 108
7:15 pm Chancel Choir - Choir Room
Thursday, May 9
10:00 am Disciple 2 - 102
6:30 pm ByGrace Band Rehearsal - Sanctuary
6:30 pm Softball Game - Pleasant Grove Baptist
Sunday, May 12
Mother's Day
8:30 am Traditional Service
9:45 am Sunday School
11:00 am Contemporary Service
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