LOUMC Photo Directory
It’s been SEVEN YEARS since we had a photo directory! Time for a new one! Appointments can be made online or by calling Pat in the office. Photo dates will be Friday, May 12th from 2-8 p.m. and on Saturday, May 13th from 10:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. AND we just added Thursday, June 1st from 1 to 6 p.m.
There are other churches nearby that are also having photo sessions scheduled, so if you can’t make those dates work for you, check with Pat and she can give you the info for churches in Pontiac and others. If you are not able to sit for a picture - or live outside of our area and join us online, you may submit a photo to be included in the directory. You are part of our family!!
Everyone who is photographed by Universal Church Directories will receive a complimentary 8 x 10 portrait and a photo directory. If you have other family or friends who wish to have a professional photo, they may sign up and do not have to be included in the directory. To schedule a sitting: Sign up in Fellowship Hall or go online to www.UCDir.com select Appointments on the right side of the screen, and type in our code “Mi1397” and password “photos” and select a day and time that works for you. (codes are case sensitive).
There are other churches nearby that are also having photo sessions scheduled, so if you can’t make those dates work for you, check with Pat and she can give you the info for churches in Pontiac and others. If you are not able to sit for a picture - or live outside of our area and join us online, you may submit a photo to be included in the directory. You are part of our family!!
Everyone who is photographed by Universal Church Directories will receive a complimentary 8 x 10 portrait and a photo directory. If you have other family or friends who wish to have a professional photo, they may sign up and do not have to be included in the directory. To schedule a sitting: Sign up in Fellowship Hall or go online to www.UCDir.com select Appointments on the right side of the screen, and type in our code “Mi1397” and password “photos” and select a day and time that works for you. (codes are case sensitive).
Calling All Graduates!!!
While we are aware of many of those connected to our congregation who are graduating, either from high school or college this year, inevitably there are folks whose achievements have slipped under our radar. Even if you are reasonably sure we know that you or your family member is graduating in 2023, would you PLEASE contact Rev. Linda Cochran, either directly at 586-549-8657 or through the church office at 248-693-6201, and let her know ASAP.
Graduation Sunday will be on June 4th, and we will honor each of our graduates and celebrate with them on that day. We hope as of many of them as possible and their families - and as many from you in the congregation - will come to be a part of that special day!
While we are aware of many of those connected to our congregation who are graduating, either from high school or college this year, inevitably there are folks whose achievements have slipped under our radar. Even if you are reasonably sure we know that you or your family member is graduating in 2023, would you PLEASE contact Rev. Linda Cochran, either directly at 586-549-8657 or through the church office at 248-693-6201, and let her know ASAP.
Graduation Sunday will be on June 4th, and we will honor each of our graduates and celebrate with them on that day. We hope as of many of them as possible and their families - and as many from you in the congregation - will come to be a part of that special day!
Monday, June 5, 2023 In-Person Community Meals to Resume!
Beginning June 5, 2023 Community Meals will be served in person in the LOUMC Fellowship Hall. No drive through meals to be provided after May 29, 2023.
****LOUMC members please be aware of the greater need for volunteers to provide this service. Please contact Nancy Ochoa at (586) 243-7643 or Trudy Carney at (248) 3320-4809 (cell or text) or trudycarney@aol.com and sign up to help with this important outreach of Lake Orion UMC.
Beginning June 5, 2023 Community Meals will be served in person in the LOUMC Fellowship Hall. No drive through meals to be provided after May 29, 2023.
****LOUMC members please be aware of the greater need for volunteers to provide this service. Please contact Nancy Ochoa at (586) 243-7643 or Trudy Carney at (248) 3320-4809 (cell or text) or trudycarney@aol.com and sign up to help with this important outreach of Lake Orion UMC.
Forgotten Harvest Volunteer Opportunity
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Forgotten Harvest delivers 144,000 pounds of surplus food per day to local charities five days a week, providing families in need with fresh and nutritious food free of charge. The farm plays an integral part including fresh produce to ongoing deliveries. Linda Cochran, LOUMC Intergenerational Minister has reserved a spot for us to work at the farm! This service project is open to LOUMC Youth and the entire congregation. For information and to sign up.
Forgotten Harvest delivers 144,000 pounds of surplus food per day to local charities five days a week, providing families in need with fresh and nutritious food free of charge. The farm plays an integral part including fresh produce to ongoing deliveries. Linda Cochran, LOUMC Intergenerational Minister has reserved a spot for us to work at the farm! This service project is open to LOUMC Youth and the entire congregation. For information and to sign up.
Intergenertional Creative Camp
July 24, 2023 to July 27, 2023 Takes place from 9:30 AM until Noon
We will create all the pieces of a wonderful musical through singing, artistry, dancing and more! This event is for all ages! Be sure to join in on the fun!!!
July 24, 2023 to July 27, 2023 Takes place from 9:30 AM until Noon
We will create all the pieces of a wonderful musical through singing, artistry, dancing and more! This event is for all ages! Be sure to join in on the fun!!!
Powder Paint Games!
Friday, August 22, 2023 10 AM to 11:30 AM Children and Youth celebrate the close of summer with crazy games, pizza and more!
Grades 2 through 5 to participate in the festivities!
Youth grades 6 through 12 will run the games!
Friday, August 22, 2023 10 AM to 11:30 AM Children and Youth celebrate the close of summer with crazy games, pizza and more!
Grades 2 through 5 to participate in the festivities!
Youth grades 6 through 12 will run the games!
Red Cross Blood Drive Blood is the most precious gift we can give to another person…it is the gift of life! LOUMC Red Crosss blood drive Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 6:000 PM in our Fellowship Hall.
To schedule a donation appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code: loumc1 or call Kathy Castillo, Blood Program Leader at (248) 770-3215. Save time by using RapidPass on the day of donation to complete your pre-donation reading and health history online before you come to the appointment. Get started at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or by using the Blood Donor App on your smartphone.
Questions please email Kathy Castillo at taxkat@comcast.net .
To schedule a donation appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code: loumc1 or call Kathy Castillo, Blood Program Leader at (248) 770-3215. Save time by using RapidPass on the day of donation to complete your pre-donation reading and health history online before you come to the appointment. Get started at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or by using the Blood Donor App on your smartphone.
Questions please email Kathy Castillo at taxkat@comcast.net .
*Visitors can find the blood drive in Fellowship Hall by parking in our lot on South Anderson (west side of building) adjacent to the church and entering the door located by the parking lot. The Red Cross signs will be present.
LOUMC Groups to Join

Wednesday Morning Book Club
Meets in Room 101 across from the church office. Meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month (with some adjustments for holidays) at 10 AM. The group selects books together with titles varying in subject matter...but always interesting! Everyone is welcome!
For more information or questions call or text Marilyn Gaskins at (248)797-4610.
Meets in Room 101 across from the church office. Meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month (with some adjustments for holidays) at 10 AM. The group selects books together with titles varying in subject matter...but always interesting! Everyone is welcome!
For more information or questions call or text Marilyn Gaskins at (248)797-4610.
Virtual Book Club
After a brief hiatus, the LOUMC book club will be starting up again. Members can discuss meeting style and contribute to book selection. Watch for updated meeting information here!
Questions: Contact Jeanne Draggoo at: draggoo4@aol.com
Have a special interest that you are interested in sharing? Contact the church office and discuss forming your own group!
After a brief hiatus, the LOUMC book club will be starting up again. Members can discuss meeting style and contribute to book selection. Watch for updated meeting information here!
Questions: Contact Jeanne Draggoo at: draggoo4@aol.com
Have a special interest that you are interested in sharing? Contact the church office and discuss forming your own group!