| Peru Community Church Weekly Announcements |
Rev. Phil Richards, Lead Pastor
Rev. Leigh McCaffrey, Assoc. Pastor for Growth |
Welcome to Worshipwith Rev.Phil Richards |
Steve Woodruff - Virtual Organist |
Sunday April 26, 2026
9 a.m. - Worship Service ~ In-person and via Zoom
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| This Sunday, we’re holding two powerful visions together:
A voice that calls us by name…
and a community where no one is left out.
In John’s Gospel, Jesus says, “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.”
And in Acts, we see what that kind of life looks like—people sharing what they have, showing up for one another, and making sure no one is in need.
But what does that look like for us—right here, right now?
Join us as we explore what it means to listen for the voice of life in a noisy world…
and how we might begin to live that life—together.
Come as you are. Bring your questions, your doubts, your hopes.
There is room for you here, and a place at the table.
🕘 Sunday at 9:00 a.m.
📍 Peru Community Church
Let’s discover what abundant life might look like in real community.
#AbundantLife #ProgressiveFaith #YouAreWelcome #SundayWorship |
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Zoom.us
Meeting ID: 884 4689 4229
Passcode: 579851
Phone: 1-646-558-8656
Bulletin content and Hymns are subject to change. |
| Please wear your name tag during worship and coffee hour. |
Prayer List
Debbie & Howard Bell; Rob Butts; Carol; Denise; Andrea D.; Nancy Fegan; Irene Harris; Heather; Jerry; Susanne & Eucky Jones; Sandy Lashua; Bonnie Mahnk; Alan Naylor; Howard Newton; Pam; Roy Perry; Rick; Evelyn Rinella; Sam S.; Ed Smith; Sherrie & Julia; Anne Stevensen; Jane Way; Thomas Wetterling
Please contact the office if you would like to add a name to the prayer list. Thank you! |
Meetings - Events - Announcements |
4/26: Worship at 9 am in the Sanctuary and on zoom 4/26: Coffee Hour after worship. Stay for fellowship and get to know your neighbors.
4/27: Worship Team Meeting 10:30 am 4/27: Congregational Care Team Meeting 11:45 am 4/27: AA 7:30 pm
4/28 & 4/30: RSVP Exercise Group 9:30 am - 10:30 am
4/29: Knit Wits 1:30 pm 4/29: Peru Wrestling Team End of Year Banquet (Private Party)
5/2: Granny's Attic Donation Drop Off Begins 9 am - 3 pm
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| A Message from Pastor Phil |
Dear Friends,
Grace and peace to you.
I want to share with you an upcoming opportunity in my ministry that I receive with deep gratitude. From April 30 through May 11, I will be away participating in Preachers: Rest. Work. Play., an initiative of United Methodists of Upper New York supported by the Lilly Endowment’s Compelling Preaching Initiative.
This program is rooted in a simple but powerful truth: those who are called to preach and lead also need intentional rhythms of rest, renewal, and reflection. Earlier this year, a group of clergy gathered for this experience and discovered something profound—that what they thought would simply be rest became a deeper awakening to how much renewal they truly needed.
I will be traveling to Alaska as part of this next cohort. This time is not merely a trip, but a sacred invitation to step back from the day-to-day demands of ministry, to listen more deeply for God’s voice, and to return renewed in body, mind, and spirit.
I am grateful for your support in making this possible. Please know that the life and ministry of the church will continue in my absence, and care will be available as needed. If something urgent arises, you may contact the church office or Pastor Leigh McCaffrey and appropriate arrangements will be made.
I look forward to returning with new energy, fresh perspective, and stories to share from this meaningful experience.
Thank you for your prayers, your partnership in ministry, and the grace we extend to one another as we seek to live faithfully.
In Christ’s peace,
Rev. Phil Richards |
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Have you ever asked yourself…
- How can I get more involved at church?
- What can I do to help?
- How can I share my time and talents?
We invite you to complete our Interest Survey! You can fill it out online right HERE or pick up a paper copy and return it to the box near the church entry.
The Church Council will be meeting in May to consider the needs of the church, form teams, and invite people to serve. Your responses will help guide those decisions—especially if you feel called to a particular area of ministry.
Thank you for sharing your gifts with our church community! |
🍞 Help Us Build the Table – Volunteers Needed for Open Table! 🌱
Open Table is growing, and we’d love your help in making this intergenerational gathering a welcoming, meaningful experience for everyone. The gathering is the 2nd Sunday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
We’re looking for folks willing to help with: 🎨 Craft Preparation – simple, creative activities for all ages
🍲 Meal Preparation – cooking, baking, or helping serve
🪑 Set-Up & Hospitality – creating a warm, inviting space
🙏 Prayer & Welcome – helping guide the flow of the gathering
You don’t need special skills—just a willingness to be part of something rooted in community, creativity, and connection.
Open Table is about making space where everyone belongs. And it takes all of us to build that kind of table. If you’re interested in helping, reach out or sign up—we’d love to have you be part of it. There’s a place for you here, too.
Contact Pastor Phil, Pastor Leigh or Jon Ruff if you are interested in helping out! |
Granny's Attic In 3 Weeks!
Take some Flyers and Post them Everywhere!
Granny's Attic Boutique and Bake Sale will take place on May 16th from 9 am to 4 pm!
Many helpers are needed before, during and after for the sale to run smoothly and successfully!
See the calendar below for donation drop off times.
Questions? Call or Text Barb B. at 518-565-6263 |
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| If you are interested, Pastor Phil has a Substack account where he shares his writings and reflections. |
| April Showers Bring May Flowers
The Spring rain is here and you're going to need an umbrella.
Make a donation and a large rainbow umbrella with the PCC logo can be yours. Donations help support the ministries of PCC.
These bright and sturdy umbrellas originally cost around $17 each, and are available until they’re gone, there are only 4 left!
Stop by and get yours today. (In church or the office.) |
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Are you interested in meeting with one or both of our pastors?
They invite you to reach out to them by phone call, text, or email. Their contact information is listed below. |
Mooers UMC 8 am; Three Steeples UMC 9 am; Peru Community Church 9 am; Plattsburgh UMC 10:15 am; Saranac UMC 11:15 am |
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