Author Archives: RPUMC

Kaitlin Berry, a long time member of Ridgewood Park UMC, needs your help to continue her ministry with Young Life. Read more about her work with this organization here. Read More

Join us beginning February 26, as we strip away layers of perception and misperception, and get to know Jesus as he was seen by his earliest biographer – Luke. Read More

Registration for new families for the 2012-2013 school year will be held on Wednesday, February 15th. Please call or email us for more details or to schedule a tour … Read More

Genesis 9: 8-18 Then God said to Noah and to his sons with him, “As for me, I am establishing my covenant with you and your descendants after you, and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, … Read More

Join us as we help provide breakfast for those in need at the Austin Street Centre. If you would like to be a part of this wonderful ministry this weekend there are two ways that you can help. First, you … Read More

Parents please make sure you attend this very important informational meeting Sunday night at 6:30p.m. in the ministry center. We will be giving out calendars for the fall and important dates for 2012. For more information please contact Sara Orr.

Genesis 2:15 -18, 3:1 – 6 The LORD God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to till it and keep it. And the LORD God commanded the man, “You may freely eat of every tree … Read More

Before you head back to school join us for an action packed week you and your friends won’t want to miss! Monday – Jump Street Tuesday – Dan D. Rogers Wednesday – Wilkinson Center Thursday – Pool Party at the … Read More

Come out on Friday evening and support our children’s ministry as this year’s Music and Arts Camp performs Moses and the Freedom Fanatics at 6 p.m. in the sanctuary. This wonderful musical tells the story of Moses and the Exodus … Read More

Remember this Sunday to bring canned and nonperishable food items to church with you. As we share communion with one another we also share a meal with the community as we bring food to donate to the Wilkinson Center.

Thank you to Melinda Bockemehl, Laura Wegener, and to all the volunteers and staff that made this year’s vacation bible school such a great success. Not only did we have over one hundered and seventy five children attend this year, … Read More

Psalm 56:1-4, 10-13 Be gracious to me, O God, for people trample on me; all day long foes oppress me; my enemies trample on me all day long, for many fight against me. O Most High, when I am afraid, … Read More

Directly following the youth choir performance on Sunday, join us as we auction off some of the best pies and deserts you have ever had. All the proceeds to this event go toward funding our youth program for the entire … Read More

Please join us Sunday evening at 6 p.m. in the Sanctuary for the youth choir performance. The concert is free and open to everyone. We hope to see you there.

Matthew 6:19-21, 25, 33-34 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and … Read More

Our Young Adults will again meet on Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. in the Ministry Center for an evening of Worship. We will be discussing Baptism: How Much Water Does it Really Take?

Because many members are on our Church Retreat, there will only be one Worship service this Sunday morning.  Join us at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary.    

Romans 12: 1-8 I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this … Read More

Remember that as we share a meal with one another we bring a meal for others. Don’t forget to bring you canned goods and non perishables this Sunday as we help share a meal with our community through donations to … Read More

This Sunday the youth are all invited to the Hamilton’s for a pool party. Meet at the church at 5:30 p.m. so we can make it over there for 6.

Don’t miss out as our children’s ministry kicks off our summer season at Pump it Up! Children ages 3 – 6th grade are invited to come Tuesday, June 7th to Pump it Up located on Forest Lane, from 1:30-3:45. For … Read More

CLUB MnM is for kids in 2nd-6th grade. We will meet with a light dinner, games, songs, and a mission outreach project. For this weeks mission project we will be putting together care packages for our troops. For more information … Read More

Registration is now open for this summers Music and Arts Camp. Click here to register.

Join us for an evening at Dr. Pepper Ballpark, Monday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $20.00 per person and includes all you can eat, sideline ticket, and hat. For more information please contact Sara Orr.

All are invited to a vocal recital this Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary presented the students of Jilian Brown.

Next Tuesday, May 10th, the Young Adult Group will meet at Top Golf at 7 p.m. for games, food and fellowship. For more information contact Alexis Smith at alexis10kiss@yahoo.com. Top Golf Dallas is located at 8787 Park Ln in Dallas.  … Read More

While the dreary weather may have been a set back, overall our Dig In efforts were a great success.  Together we managed to collect over 1,000 pounds of food for the Wilkinson Center, many boxes of books and toys for … Read More

Join us This Sunday, May 1 as we Dig In to a morning of worship, service, food, and fun. 9:30 a.m. – We will first meet together in our sanctuary for an hour of worship where we each can offer … Read More

VBS registration is now available online at ridgewoodparkchurch.org/vbs. Get ready to learn about God’s recipe for our lives August 1-4, 9 a.m.-Noon! If you are interested in volunteering, contact our VBS directors: Melinda Bockemehl 214-349-1899 melinda.bockemehl@sbcglobal.net Laura Wegener 214-221-7933 lawbass@sbcglobal.net … Read More

Don’t miss the Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Bring your Easter basket! There will be separate hunting areas for Preschoolers and Elementary children.        

Join us this Friday evening for our annual Fish Fry. It begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Gym.  Afterwards, we will gather in the Sanctuary for a moving and reflective service with special music provided by Evening Song.     … Read More

Join us Tuesday, April 26, at 7 p.m. in the Ministry Center for great music and worship. This service will be a test run to determine the level of interest in a regular Tuesday night worship service. The service is … Read More

April 29th & 30th Ridgewood Park youth and churches around the world will go without food for 30 hours to raise awareness of hunger in the world. Our youth will be raising money to help feed children in countries like … Read More

April 17th Join us in the gym this Sunday, during the Sunday school hour, as our Youth prepare and serve a pancake breakfast. Your generous donations will help fund this Summer’s mission trips!  Come hungry!!

Children will host a Birthday Party for residents at CC Young Retirement Village at 2:30 p.m.  The children and children’s choir will sing, deliver cupcakes and snacks to the residents in the party area. If you child would like to … Read More

We are very excited to host a parenting education seminar. Our speaker will beDenette Mann, M.Ed., RPT, who is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Play Therapist.  She will  be speaking on “Discipline That Works” for the preschool and young elementary … Read More

Amigos Days is a hands-on ministry of the United Methodist Church and People Helping People (a City of Dallas Housing Revitalization Program). We partner with other inner-city Methodist Host Churches to repair and restore homes to make a positive difference … Read More

Each first Sunday of the month we share a Communion meal with each other and bring dry and canned goods to share with others through our community food banks who need our help so desperately. Read More

Mark your calendar with these important dates in April. More information about each event will be published as the dates draw near. Read More

Club MnM (Methodists in Ministry) is a mini ‘Youth Group” for 2nd-6th graders.  Join us on Sat., March 26, for a light dinner, games, songs and a mission outreach project. This time we will be working on activity kits for … Read More

Mothers with daughters in preschool through high school are invited to join Sara Orr for a 7-week study of Vicki Courtney’s 5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter.  Thought-prevoking and inspiring discussions will help moms pinpoint and prepare the … Read More

Mark Your Calendar: Next Tuesday, March 8th, come to Burger House between 5:00-8:00pm and help our Youth raise money for the upcoming mission trips. All you have to do is tell the Cashier that you are there for Ridgewood Park … Read More

If you have ever considered singing in the Chancel Choir join us Monday, March 7, 7:00pm at Jim Yeager’s house for a night of food and fellowship, and of course, some great music. This is a wonderful opportunity to get … Read More

Eagle Scout Project: Trey Gwinn is working on his Eagle Scout program and working with The Purple Balloon Foundation, Inc. On Friday, March 11th, he will be collecting new toys to be taken to children in the hospital. Because of … Read More

The original cost of the new Scout Hut was projected to be $131,000. We think we can do it for $100,000. I’m pleased to report that we already have over $57,000 in the bank, with a pledge of $15,000 more. We are in the process of soliciting in kind contributions, such as concrete and lighting … Read More

Bring breakfast sacks (18 or more) to the church Saturday at 6 p.m. containing: 1 sausage biscuit sandwich 1 small bag of cookies 1 boiled egg 1 banana 1 napkin and/or Meet at the church at 4:30 am this Sunday, … Read More

Don’t forget this Saturday Night at 6 :00pm is our Ridgewood Park Youth Choir’s annual fundraiser Dinner and a Show. Bring your Valentine for a special evening of music and dance with our Youth Choir. Dinner consists of spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread, and Valentine-themed desserts Read More

CSI: The Authentic St. Paul (Christian Saint Inspirations) 12 Week Study to Begin February 6th
A Round-Table Discussion Led by Dee Faram – With the exception of Jesus, Paul of Tarsus was the most important figure in all of Christianity … Read More

The pastor at Ridgewood Park United Methodist last Sunday sent his congregation out to the grocery store, to buy food for the Wilkinson Center. Church staffer Ruth Hardesty tells the story … Read More

The January newsletter is now online! Check it out to stay on top of what’s happening this month at RPUMC. Read More

Children’s Camp at Bridgeport this summer will be July 19th -23rd for children currently in grades 3rd-5th. Register online at www.bridgeportcamp.com and choose C2 … Read More

The Bread of Life adult Sunday School class is starting study of Beth Moore’s DANIEL: Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy on Sunday January 9th. Anyone interested in participating in this study is welcome.  We expect the study to last … Read More

DALLAS — The lunar eclipse may have saved their lives, but it’s the generosity of loved ones, church family, and neighbors that saved Christmas for a Dallas family.
Earlier this week, fire destroyed everything the Merinos owned inside their rental home in the 7300 block of Rockhurst Drive. They were saved when young Matt Merino was awakened … Read More

Evening Song presents What Sweeter Music on December 4 at 7 p.m. at Ridgewood Park. Evening Song’s broad-based repertoire of inspirational and secular music, level of musical excellence and a desire to share the art of choral music with the masses allows them to bring music to audiences . . . Read More

Sometimes, you get something taken away from you and if you have the right attitude toward it, you get back more than you had in the first place. Read More

Our annual charge conference will be at Walnut Hill UMC on Sunday, October 31… Read More

St. Paul’s Evangelical and Reformed United Church of Christ Celebrates 120 Years!!! Sunday, November 14, 2010 St. Paul’s is pleased and proud to share our rich German-Swiss heritage with 11:00 a.m. Worship Service Noon Historical Program 1:00 p.m. German Food … Read More

Escape Without Climbing the Walls Acts 16:25-28 “About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. Suddenly there was an earthquake, so violent that the foundations of the prison were … Read More

Science Minds Needs Volunteers for the Science Fair Project Workshop(Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6) and theSchool Garden Groundbreaking (Oct. 23) We are still in need of more volunteers to make these programs happen.  If you can help, or plan to help … Read More

“Heaven” Matthew 13 24 He put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to someone who sowed good seed in his field; 25 but while everybody was asleep, an enemy came and sowed weeds among the … Read More

Troop 709, Pack 709 and Ridgewood Park United Methodist Church invite you to an old fashioned Fish Fry to benefit the new 709 Scout Hut. Read More

Wednesday Night Live returns on September 8th! WNL is for every member of the congregation.  It begins with a delicious, affordable meal in the Family Center (Gym), followed by offerings for all ages.  Whether you’re a child yearning to sing, … Read More