One Worship Service on March 8
Sunday, March 8 | 10:00 AM
On Sunday we will gather together for one worship service as a part of the Music That Makes Community weekend. We will worship with communal singing in worship at 10:00 AM. Everyone is invited to stay for a potluck meal and group reflection. Additionally, remember that clocks “spring forward” on Sunday.
Soup’s On Ministry at Roberts Park UMC
Sunday, March 8
Can you help us provide a meal for hungry neighbors? We are in need of brownies, cookies, vegetables, fruit, and 8-10 servers for Roberts Park on Sunday, March 8. Please use the button below to sign up for desserts, and/or serving. Cookies, brownies, vegetables, hot sauce, and fruit need to be dropped off at the church kitchen by 9:00 AM on March 8. You can drop them off early in the church kitchen labeled “Roberts Park.”
Music That Makes Community
March 6-8 | One Worship Service at 10:00 AM on Sunday, March 8
Many of us know what it feels like to sing near other people, but not always with them. Far worse, we wish to “make a joyful noise” but we fear how that might sound.
Rooted in Christian contemplative and activist traditions, Music That Makes Community invites worshippers, congregants, musicians, and song leaders into a three-day experience of communal singing. Together, we explore how singing can heal our spirits, nurture our shared life, and help us imagine a more just world.
This gathering is especially for worshippers and congregants, including those who don’t think of themselves as singers or musicians. Trained musicians, choral singers, clergy, and music leaders are also warmly invited. We come together to explore more participatory, community-centered ways of making music.
Over the weekend, we will sing, listen, move, and learn together in spaces designed as laboratories of learning, discovery, and communal joy. These are not performances or lectures, but shared practices rooted in curiosity, playfulness, deep listening, and embodied participation.
Weekend Schedule
- Friday, March 6 | 7:00-8:30 PM | – Community SING: an open, welcoming evening of shared song
- Saturday, March 7 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Community Singing Workshop (lunch provided): hands-on, embodied learning centered on participation and shared leadership
- Sunday, March 8 | 10:00 AM – Morning Worship, Lunch and Workshop: communal singing in worship
United Women in Faith Black History Month Celebration
Saturday, March 14 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM | Doors Open at 9:45 AM | Fellowship Hall
Join Castleton United Women in Faith for a special screening of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, a powerful and inspiring story of resilience and justice. Discover the extraordinary life of Nelson Mandela and his fearless struggle against apartheid—an inspiring journey of courage, sacrifice, and triumph over injustice. For catering purposes, please RSVP by Thursday, March 11. Contact the church office for RSVP contact information.
IMPD Pantry
CUMC loves supporting our IMPD Pantry. It’s easy to support by shopping on Amazon using the button below. Donations are delivered directly to the pantry.
Save the Date & Special Announcements
- Matthew: Story of the Messiah | Find study guides and table group info at: castleton/org/Matthew/
- Next Confirmation Class Session | Sunday, March 8 | 12:00 PM
- Daylight Savings Begins | Sunday, March 8
- One Worship Service | Sunday, March 8 | 10:00 AM
- Palm Sunday | Sunday, March 29 | 9:00 & 11:00 AM
- Holy Thursday | Thursday, April 2 | 6:00 PM
- Good Friday | Friday, April 3 | 6:00 PM
- Easter | Sunday, April 5 | 9:00 & 11:00 AM