Messy Church at Ghent UMC

531 Raleigh Avenue,Norfolk VA 23507

12 September, 2021

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In-person Messy Church is on Sun., Sept. 12, 4:30-6 p.m., in our garden! Our theme is "A New Beginning" based on Isaiah 43:18-19. Messy Church at Ghent UMC* All ages are invited to attend our monthly Messy Church on Sunday, September 12, 4:30-6 p.m., in our garden! Messy Church is “Church, but not as you know it!” It is Christ-centered, for all ages, and based on creativity, hospitality and celebration. In September, our crafts, games, and activities will be in our garden, followed by a Celebration time on our front steps and landing facing Stockley Gardens. A light meal will be served. We will also be collecting school supplies to donate to Taylor Elementary School. Donation boxes will be placed in the sanctuary and preschool lobbies, and will also be available during Messy Church. We will dedicate our donations during Celebration time. September’s theme is “A New Beginning” based on Isaiah 43:18-19. God is able to make a way even in the most hopeless situations. We start a new school year with a fresh start, letting go of what happened before and trusting in God to lead us in new and wonderful ways. The wilderness is messy; God doesn't promise to clean up the mess but to lead us through it. *COVID-19 Mitigation Plan (Updated Aug. 2021) When inside the building, everyone, whether vaccinated or not, must wear masks that are well-fitted.When outside, those who are fully vaccinated do not have to wear a mask, while everyone else must wear masks that are well-fitted. 6 feet of physical distancing must be maintained by everyone, except for those who are in the same household group. Hugs and handshakes are not allowed.All are required to stay home when sick, and we ask everyone to self-check in at each entrance with our health acknowledgement poster.For more information, visit our website, or go to our Messy Church @ Ghent UMC facebook page.