The River - Go Camping

 

THE RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TO GO CAMPING FOR A CAUSE

The River United Methodist Church, a 2008 new church start in Suwanee, will hold a special School’s Out Campout to raise funds for a special purpose.  The Campout will be held on Friday, May 29, 2009 at Shady Grove Campground at 7800 Shadburn Ferry Road, Cumming, GA  30041.  Activities will begin with a BBQ dinner at 6:00pm and will include games, crafts, campfire storytelling.  The cost for the Campout is $30 for adults, $25 for children or $100 for a family of four.  Participants who are unable to camp can enjoy the dinner and activities for only $10.

The proceeds from the campout will be given in the form of micro-loans to people in developing countries.  These loans will be made through an organization called Kiva.  “Kiva is the world's first person-to-person micro-lending website, empowering individuals to lend directly to unique entrepreneurs around the globe.  Kiva's mission is to connect people through lending for the sake of alleviating poverty.” (from Kiva.org).

Members of The River United Methodist Church are excited to be able to offer help people living in poverty around the world.  A special prize will be given to the person or family who raises the most funds through either collecting donations or bringing other participants.  The winner will spend the night in the “luxury tent,” enjoying a comfortable air mattress, breakfast in bed, and a beautiful view of the lake.

Microcredit is an important way for individuals, families and groups in developing nations to build businesses and improve their lives.  It can encourage economic growth and create sustainable income for families and villages in areas of pervasive poverty.  We are very happy to be able to help families directly by supplying funds for these loans” says Rev. Nancy Johnson, pastor at The River United Methodist Church. “This is what we are all about.”

The River UMC has already been active in the community, most recently by holding their first annual Family Festival to raise funds for handicap accessible swings that will be placed in area parks.  The church has also sponsored a faith-based book club at Barnes and Noble at The Avenue, lead a discussion group called Barstool Theologians, and held special worship services including a Blessing of the Animals and a service of “Prayers for Learning” at the start of the school year.  Worship services are held every Sunday at 11:00am, at Sharon Elementary School on the corner of Old Atlanta and James Burgess Roads.

The River United Methodist Church is a new congregation forming in southeast Forsyth County.  Our goal is to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors and the life of our community.

For more information contact:

Nancy Johnson, Pastor                   

The River United Methodist Church

678-648-5522, nancy@riverumc.org

www.RiverUMC.org


Also Coming up:

Dave Ramsey – Financial Peace University

Learn how to make the right decisions with your money and create financial stability A new class is starting on Wednesday, May 13.  There is still time to sign up.  Contact nancy@riverumc.org.

Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 6:00pm; Community Room at Patriot Bank of Georgia, 2555 Peachtree Parkway Cumming GA