IRCUMC - Indian River City Methodist Church

By now the news of the cancellation of NASA's Constellation Program has been out there for a couple of weeks. Of course the news is devastating to those of us living on Florida's Space Coast. The job loss resulting from the closing of the Shuttle Program has just been magnified. People hoping to be picked up by Constellation are beginning to lose hope. The whole community grieves with the workers who will be losing their jobs. They are our neighbors and friends, and quite frankly, they are a large part of what keeps the economic wheels in Titusville turning. However, the loss is much larger than economic. Titusville has been the portal for human space flight for over 40 years. We have been part of significant moments in human history: John Glenn's first Mercury flight, the first human steps on the moon, the courageous and miraculous adventure of Apollo 13, the building of the International Space Station, the launching of the Hubble space telescope, which has helped us peer back toward the beginnings of the universe. These are amazing human accomplishments which have left an indelible impression on the whole world. Which brings me to my main point: the loss of human space flight is not just a loss for Titusville, but for all humanity. Exploring new vistas, rising to new challenges, "going where no man has gone before," are all part of what it means to be human. Genesis 1:27 tells us that God created human beings in His image. For centuries, theologians have debated exactly what this means: is it moral, intellectual, artistic? Being created in the image of God probably involves a tinge of all these things. I also think it involves a drive to know and explore the unknown. God knows everything; we do not. But I think we have a hunger to know and understand. In every generation there has existed a drive to know more, to extend boundaries, to explore. It is part of our make up. And when we lose the opportunity to explore, we lose a part of ourselves. I am sure that human beings will continue to explore the oceans and the cell. I am sure we will even continue to explore space through unmanned flights. But it's just not the same as reaching out and touching new worlds. This experience is priceless, and is certainly worth the investment of a few billion dollars. How can you put a price tag on what we were meant to do? I hope the present administration will reconsider its priorities, not just for the sake of Titusville, but for the sake of all humanity.

Contemporary:
  Saturday @ 6:00pm
  Sunday @ 11:00am
  Wesley Fellowship Hall (WFH)

Traditional:
  Sunday @8:15am
  Sunday @ 9:30am
  In the Sanctuary

Education

Adult

Everyone wants a place to belong, a place where someone knows our name, and we can be accepted just as we are. Everyone is encouraged to get connected with other members and friends through a group to share in Bible study and fellowship.

Contact: Dawn Schissler
Adult Life Connections Director
267-7922 x20, Dschissler@ircumc.com

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Young Adult

Fusion replaces Axiom as the ministry for 18 to 22 year olds at IRC. Young adults meet and connect with each other weekly for worship and relevant teaching. Fusion is hosted by Park Avenue Baptist Church in the Ashkelon building (located at 1651 S. Park Avenue) meeting on Sundays from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Lisa Schmidt
lschmidt@ircumc.com

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Youth

Emerging Student Ministries is a missional community of middle and high school students who are passionate about being the church and living the teachings of Jesus.

Contact: Lisa Schmidt
Emerging Student Ministry Director
267-7922 x43, lschmidt@ircumc.com

For more information about Emerging Student Ministries... CLICK HERE

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Children

Children's Ministry provides a welcoming place for kids to come and learn about Jesus and how he loves them. They learn to change their lives and become lifelong followers of Jesus.

Click here for the latest Kid LINCS newsletter

Contact: Dawn Cummings
Children's Director
267-7922, ext. 19
dcummings@ircumc.com

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Keen-Agers

Senior Bible Study meets at the Swan Lake Club House on Thursday mornings, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Just bring your Bible, a thirst for Knowledge, and a sense of humor.

Contact: Cheryl Henry, 269-4111

"A Woman's Heart, God's Dwelling Place" a Beth Moore 11-week Bible study on Thursday mornings, beginning September 3, 10:00 a.m. - noon in Wesley Fellowship Hall room 124.

Contact: Adrienne Herrell, 652-5830

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The Kids' Place

The Kids' Place is one of the largest loving, Christian-based childcare facilities in northern Brevard County. The Kids' Place is licensed through the State of Florida, and is comprised of three programs:

Toddle Inn, Preschool and Before & After School Age

The Kids' Place is a place that children and adults can consider their second home ... a place where everyone is accepted and loved ... a place where laughter and play are cherished ... a place where children are praised and valued.

Our services stretch beyond childcare to support for the whole family, and we hold special pride in our professional staff. We look forward to working with you and your child.

Contact: The Kids' Place 321-267-7308

For more information about The Kids' Place . . . CLICK HERE

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1355 Cheney Hwy Titusville, FL 32780 ph. 321-267-7922

	By now the news of the cancellation of NASA's Constellation Program has been out there for a couple of weeks. Of course the news is devastating to those of us living on Florida's Space Coast. The job loss resulting from the closing of the Shuttle Program has just been magnified. People hoping to be picked up by Constellation are beginning to lose hope. The whole community grieves with the workers who will be losing their jobs. They are our neighbors and friends, and quite frankly, they are a large part of what keeps the economic wheels in Titusville turning. However, the loss is much larger than economic. Titusville has been the portal for human space flight for over 40 years. We have been part of significant moments in human history: John Glenn's first Mercury flight, the first human steps on the moon, the courageous and miraculous adventure of Apollo 13, the building of the International Space Station, the launching of the Hubble space telescope, which has helped us peer back toward the beginnings of the universe. These are amazing human accomplishments which have left an indelible impression on the whole world. Which brings me to my main point: the loss of human space flight is not just a loss for Titusville, but for all humanity. Exploring new vistas, rising to new challenges, "going where no man has gone before," are all part of what it means to be human. Genesis 1:27 tells us that God created human beings in His image. For centuries, theologians have debated exactly what this means: is it moral, intellectual, artistic? Being created in the image of God probably involves a tinge of all these things. I also think it involves a drive to know and explore the unknown. God knows everything; we do not. But I think we have a hunger to know and understand. In every generation there has existed a drive to know more, to extend boundaries, to explore. It is part of our make up. And when we lose the opportunity to explore, we lose a part of ourselves. I am sure that human beings will continue to explore the oceans and the cell. I am sure we will even continue to explore space through unmanned flights. But it's just not the same as reaching out and touching new worlds. This experience is priceless, and is certainly worth the investment of a few billion dollars. How can you put a price tag on what we were meant to do? I hope the present administration will reconsider its priorities, not just for the sake of Titusville, but for the sake of all humanity. Read More
Contemporary: Saturday @ 6:00pm Sunday @ 11:00am Wesley Fellowship Hall (WFH) Traditional: Sunday @8:15am Sunday @ 9:30am In the Sanctuary	Education Adult Young Adult Youth Children Keen-Agers The Kids' Place Adult Everyone wants a place to belong, a place where someone knows our name, and we can be accepted just as we are. Everyone is encouraged to get connected with other members and friends through a group to share in Bible study and fellowship. Contact: Dawn Schissler Adult Life Connections Director 267-7922 x20, Dschissler@ircumc.com Learn More Young Adult Fusion replaces Axiom as the ministry for 18 to 22 year olds at IRC. Young adults meet and connect with each other weekly for worship and relevant teaching. Fusion is hosted by Park Avenue Baptist Church in the Ashkelon building (located at 1651 S. Park Avenue) meeting on Sundays from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Contact: Lisa Schmidt lschmidt@ircumc.com Learn More Youth Emerging Student Ministries is a missional community of middle and high school students who are passionate about being the church and living the teachings of Jesus. Contact: Lisa Schmidt Emerging Student Ministry Director 267-7922 x43, lschmidt@ircumc.com For more information about Emerging Student Ministries... CLICK HERE Learn More Children Children's Ministry provides a welcoming place for kids to come and learn about Jesus and how he loves them. They learn to change their lives and become lifelong followers of Jesus. Click here for the latest Kid LINCS newsletter Contact: Dawn Cummings Children's Director 267-7922, ext. 19 dcummings@ircumc.com Learn More Keen-Agers Senior Bible Study meets at the Swan Lake Club House on Thursday mornings, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Just bring your Bible, a thirst for Knowledge, and a sense of humor. Contact: Cheryl Henry, 269-4111 "A Woman's Heart, God's Dwelling Place" a Beth Moore 11-week Bible study on Thursday mornings, beginning September 3, 10:00 a.m. - noon in Wesley Fellowship Hall room 124. Contact: Adrienne Herrell, 652-5830 Learn More The Kids' Place The Kids' Place is one of the largest loving, Christian-based childcare facilities in northern Brevard County. The Kids' Place is licensed through the State of Florida, and is comprised of three programs: Toddle Inn, Preschool and Before & After School Age The Kids' Place is a place that children and adults can consider their second home ... a place where everyone is accepted and loved ... a place where laughter and play are cherished ... a place where children are praised and valued. Our services stretch beyond childcare to support for the whole family, and we hold special pride in our professional staff. We look forward to working with you and your child. Contact: The Kids' Place 321-267-7308 For more information about The Kids' Place . . . CLICK HERE Learn More
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