As we celebrate Independence Day, we give thanks for the blessings of freedom, for those who have served our country, and for the opportunity to live out our faith in community. This season reminds us to pray for our nation, serve one another, and remember the true source of lasting freedom.

Join us on July 4th for an evening of fellowship as we enjoy fresh popcorn, refreshing lemonade, and a great view of the Sturgis City Fireworks!

We're also looking for volunteers to help prepare 150–200 bags of popcorn. Volunteers are invited to meet at the church at 3:00 p.m. on July 4th to pop and package the popcorn. The bags will be handed out in front of the church before the fireworks begin at dusk.

We'd love to have you join us—whether you're helping behind the scenes or simply stopping by to celebrate!

Please note that our Communion service, originally scheduled for July 5th, has been moved to Sunday, July 12th. We warmly invite you to join us as we come together for worship and communion.

Everyone is welcome, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Join us after worship on July 19^th for our monthly Church Community Lunch!

We'll be sharing a potluck meal and enjoying fellowship together.

If you're able, please bring a dish to share, but most importantly, bring yourself—your presence is the most important thing. Invite your friends and family, and come enjoy good food and great company.

We look forward to seeing you there!

This summer, students can enjoy a free sack lunch through the Kids Summer Meals Program!
Open to elementary and middle school students.

Meal Dates:
 - June 3, 10, 17, & 24
 - July 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29

Meals can be picked up at the church from 11:00 am to Noon. Meals will also be available at the Sturgis Public Library. 

This is a simple grab-and-go program designed to support local families throughout the summer months. No registration is required.
We encourage families to take advantage of this wonderful community resource!

** We welcome volunteers to help prepare sack lunches - meet at 10:00 am at the church for prep.**

Martin and I want to say thank you for the wonderful farewell dinner, the thoughtful cards and notes, the beautiful necklace, the generous gifts, and all the hugs, meals, prayers and well wishes you’ve shared with us. We are grateful for the many ways you have blessed us, not only in these last few weeks, but throughout our 15 years together. Thank you for the privilege of serving alongside you and for the great send-off. You will always hold a special place in our hearts.
 

- Pastor Jenene and Martin Earl

As summer begins, some of our church programs will be taking a short break for the season. We are so thankful for everyone who participated this year and helped make these ministries such a blessing to our church family! We look forward to gathering together again this fall and hope you will join us when programs resume.

Watch for future announcements and start dates in the coming months.

Have a safe, joyful, and blessed summer!

Programs on Summer Break:

• United Methodist Men’s Fellowship Breakfast
• Alter Youth Group
• Sunday Morning Children’s Church
• Sunday Study Group
• Treehouse After School Program

Treehouse Afterschool Program is looking for a dedicated and caring individual to serve as our Afterschool Program Director.

This position will be once a week during the school year, beginning when school resumes. They will help lead and support our afterschool program as we provide a safe, welcoming, and meaningful space for children in our community.

If interested, please reach out to the Leadership Team or email the church office at sturgisumc@hotmail.com.

If you or someone you know has been hospitalized, moved, become homebound, or transitioned to a care center, please let us know.
Staying connected helps us extend prayers, visits, and support during important life changes.

You can contact the church office at 605-720-5578 so we can include them in our caring ministries. Thank you for helping us look after one another with love and compassion.

Do you have something you’d like to share with the church family? Whether it’s an upcoming event, ministry opportunity, fundraisers, or special announcement. We’d love to help spread the word in our monthly newsletter!

To ensure your information is included, please submit all newsletter items by the 25^th of each month. This allows us time to prepare and publish the upcoming issue.

You can send your details to the church office at sturgisumc@hotmail.com. Please include dates, times, locations, and contact information. Thank you for helping keep everyone connected!

Wednesday, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - 11:00 am to Noon
Kids Summer Meals

Sunday, July 12 - 10:00 am,
Pastor Mark's First Sunday Sermon - Communion Sunday

Thursday, July 16 - 10:00 am,
United Women in Faith - Summer Picnic at Lions Park

Sunday, July 19 - 10:00 am,
Church Community Lunch/Potluck

Monday, July 27 - 6:00 pm,
Leadership Team Meeting

7/1     Frankie Brist
7/3     Nancy Weischedel
7/4     Therese Ennis
7/8     Kelley Schulte
7/8     Linda Ahlers
7/9     Greg Glodt
7/10     Todd Stock
7/11     Ginger Griffee
7/12     Adam Stock
7/15     Alice Doud
7/15     Kris Hubbard
7/22     Troy Hewson
7/24     Halli Dobler

7/3     Greg & Jessie Glodt
7/9     Todd & Connie Stock
7/15     Ross & Jan Lamphere
7/28     Tom & Cindy Ferguson