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Events
Goshen Quilters
Goshen Quilters Mondays | 8:30 – 11 a.m.For all experience levelsMeets in room 110 Join us for quilting and fellowship on Monday mornings.All experience levels are welcome.Come as you are. Equipment and supplies provided.
Aerobics
Aerobics Weekdays | 9 – 10 a.m.Typically meets in the fellowship hall All are welcome for light aerobics and conversation.Every Tuesday we stay after for coffee and fellowship.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Every Monday | 1 – 2:30pm | Lounge Prayer Shawl Ministry is a unique and powerful expression of God’s love and care. We will gather for knitting or crocheting, conversation and snacks with the specific purpose of making and blessing Prayer Shawls. Cargill UMC has a rich history of Prayer Shawl ministry, and many people have been touched by the loving talent of knitters and crocheters. It combines the love of knitting/crocheting with compassionate care into a prayerful ministry which reaches…
UWF Missions Meeting
Missions Meeting Unit mission meetings are a gathering of the unit leaders to discuss new business, old business, and other events that are put on by the Unit. Some conversations involve social action, reading program and spiritual growth. Questions about membership. Contact Betty Teuscher 608-290-1942 Questions about United Women in Faith. Contact Amy Dora 608-302-5205
Advent Bible Study
A Pastor Led Advent Study When Prophets Dream of Christmas Ancient prophets light the path to Christmas. “When Prophets Dream of Christmas” is a three-week Advent journey through timeless visions of hope, peace, and joy that lead to the manger. No outside materials are needed. Just bring your bible and yourself and let’s spend some time together in God’s word. December 4 | December 11 | December 18 Wednesdays | 2 – 3pm OR 6:30 – 7:30pm | Fellowship Hall All…
Upper Room Study
Prayer and Upper Room Study Wednesdays | 9:30am | Room 111Led by Madelyn Glaeden This study follows the monthly Upper Room book.
Bible Study
Thursday Bible Study Thursdays | 10:30 a.m. – NoonMeets in Room 106 | Led by Ramona Hohenstein Click the link below to learn what we are currently studying. We look forward to seeing you!
Senior Meals
Senior Meals Anyone is welcome at Senior Events, regardless of age! Cost is $8.00 – Pay the day of lunch November 7 – Brunch for Lunch, Fruit and MuffinsNovember 21 – Thanksgiving Meal – Turkey, Mashed Potatoes with gravy, Sweet Potato Pie, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing and Dessert December 5 – Baked Ham, Cranberry Sauce, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls and DessertDecember 19 – No Meal Sign up on the Senior bulletin board or call the church office 608-752-0548 We hope to…
Common Scams & Frauds
Commons Scams & Frauds with Division of Trade & Consumer Protection Thursday, December 5, 2024 | 1 – 3pm | Chapel– Following Senior Meals – The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will discuss the details of common scams, the warning signs of a scam, and what to do if you or someone you know falls victim to a scam or fraud. As Wisconsin’s lead agency for consumer protection, the Bureau of Consumer Protection at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer…
Cookie Walk Setup
Cookie Walk Set-up Thursday, December 5 | 4:30 – 5:30pm Any and all help is appreciated to set up Fellowship Hall for the Cookie Walk. The main help needed is setting up LOTS of tables.
Men’s Bible Study
Men’s Bible Study Fridays | 6 – 7 am | Room 106 A faith based group of men that meet for fellowship. Also known as the Promise Keepers, this group has a long history at Cargill. Approximately 30 years ago, this began as a group of men meeting for bible studies as well as doing tasks for fellow congregation members such as yard work, repairs, etc. Over the years, it has changed to be a group of men committed to…
Cookie Walk
Cookie Walk Saturday, December 7 | 9am until out (No Early Sales) Doors open at 8am | Grab your ticket & enjoy the Coffee Shop while you wait$10 per pound of cookies and candy All proceeds support UWF’s District-wide, national, and local missions. Handmade quilted items will also be for sale by Cargill’s Goshen Quilters. Baked Good Donations Needed Drop off baked goods or candies on Dec. 6 | 8am – 7pm in Fellowship Hall. Questions? Contact Diane Woodbury at…
Saturday Worship
Saturday Evening Worship Saturday’s service is a chance to worship if your Sunday schedule doesn’t allow or if you prefer a relaxed gathering with a smaller group of worshipers and is held in our 70 person Chapel.
Adult Bible Study
Adult Bible Study Sundays | 9 – 10 a.m.Meets in Room 106 | Led by Daryl Spors Join us for an Adult Sunday school class on Sunday mornings.
Sunday Worship
9am Sunday Worship Service This service is a traditional service with spoken word, music and prayer that reflects the fullness and beauty of Christian worship. We use hymnals but the music is also printed on the screen. Held in the main Sanctuary worship area that holds 400 people.
Sunday School
Children’s Sunday School Every Sunday (Except the 1st Sunday of each month)10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Everyone begins in worship together. Children may sit with their families or enjoy the children tables at the front of the Sanctuary. Following the Honest Questions, Compassionate Answers, children ages five through fifth grade will be invited to follow a shepherds to age-level Sunday school. Note: On the first Sunday of each month (Communion Sunday), children are invited to stay in worship with their families…
Sunday Worship
10:30am Sunday Worship Service This service is more casual and conversational. A new way of worshiping at Cargill UMC and held in the main worship area (Sanctuary). We invite those families with children to worship together for the first 10-15 minutes in the main worship area. Then, children ages 5 through fifth grade are invited to follow their youth shepherds to age-level Sunday school.
Janesville Choral Union
Janesville Choral Union Sunday, December 8 | 2pm | Cargill Sanctuary This years performance is Messa Di Gloria By Giacomo Puccini Join us for Puccini’s “Messa Di Gloria”: Early masterpiece blending operatic style with sacred music, show casing future brilliance. Directed by the talented duo of Richard and Marie Severing and accompanied by a captivating orchestra and outstanding soloists, this performance promises to be a musical experience like no other. Ticket Information Tickets are available in advance, through Choral Union Members…
Christmas Potluck
Ruth Circle Christmas Potluck Tuesday, December 10 | 11:30am – 1pm | Fellowship Hall Bring a dish to pass & your own dishes.UWF will serve hot chicken sandwiches. This is a church wide invitation.There will be a Christmas program. Registration is appreciated for food count, but not required. No Ruth Circle will be held in January of 2025The normal Ruth Circle programs will resume in February of 2025Second Tuesday every Month | Refreshments 9am | Program at 9:30am Join the…
GIFTS Thrift Store
Come and Serve The 2nd Saturday of Every Month Lunch after at Culver’s on Milton Ave. Meet at the store | 1141 Black Bridge Rd. What might we be doing? Sort merchandise | Unload donations | Stock shelves | Create displays Volunteers from the past events | We have lots of fun!
Live Nativity
Live Nativity The Story of Jesus’ Birth December 14 & 15 | 5 – 7pm | Both nightsFree Community Event Come experience the story of Jesus’ birth with drive-thru Live Nativity. This is a wonderful free community event with inside and outside activities for all ages! A free will offering will be accepted. We need many hands for this wonderful community eventPlease consider signing up for one or more shifts
Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure Screenings Have your blood pressure checked and discuss the results with Briana Spors from Looking Up: A Health and Wellness Ministry. Saturday Night and Sunday Morning | Library For more information about Looking Up visit us online
Ukulele Gathering
Ukulele Gathering: Strings of Praise 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month | 3 – 4:30pm | Lounge The gathering will be ran by Caryn Baham and Pat Tobin and will meet the first and third Sundays of the month at 3:00pm in the lounge. All are welcome regardless of musical abilities to take part in a group setting to play ukulele and sing songs of praise, faith, and more. If you’ve never played a uke before, Pat and Caryn will share…
Adult Fellowship & Craft Night
You are invited for an evening of crafting and fellowship. What you need to know 5pm until we go home | Come when you can Enter from the west entrance Bring your own supplies for your project All are invited | Bring a friend Monthly event | Watch for future datesNote: This is intended as an adult fellowship opportunity, but well-supervised children are also welcome. Contact Toni Rossmiller with questions/feedback (608) 572-3906.
Bountiful Blessings
Cargill continues to offer our monthly Bountiful Blessings free community meal on the 3rd Saturday of each month. 4 – 5 pm in Fellowship Hall | Enter through West EntranceYour invited to stay afterwards for our 5pm Saturday Service in the Chapel This meal is free to the community | Water and Coffee always available To volunteer to serve – contact Sara Pederson at 608-449-3593. November 16 – Thanksgiving Meal December 21 – Baked Ham, Cranberry Sauce, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans,…
Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure Screenings Have your blood pressure checked and discuss the results with Briana Spors from Looking Up: A Health and Wellness Ministry. Saturday Night and Sunday Morning | Library For more information about Looking Up visit us online
Blue Christmas
Blue Christmas A Service of Hope and Healing Monday, December 23 | 6:30 – 7:30pm | Chapel A Blue Christmas service is a gentle, contemplative gathering for those who may feel sadness, loss, or grief during the holiday season. It offers a space for quiet reflection, comfort, and hope, acknowledging that not everyone feels joyful at Christmastime. Through prayer, music, and scripture, the service creates a supportive environment where all are welcome to find peace and healing. Come as you are.
Family Christmas Eve Service
Family Christmas Eve Service Tuesday, December 24 | 4pm | Sanctuary The service ends with the traditional singing of Silent Night with glo sticks.
Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
Candlelight Christmas Eve Service Tuesday, December 24 | 7pm | Cargill Sanctuary Traditional Christmas Eve Servicewith a Quartet accompaniment, traditional Christmas musicand ending with a candlelight singing Silent Night.
Communion Christmas Eve Service
Communion Christmas Eve Service Tuesday, December 24 | 11pm | Cargill Sanctuary Traditional Christmas Eve Service with CommunionTraditional Christmas music, Holy Communionand ending with a candlelight singing Silent Night.
Church Office Closed
The church office will be closed December 25 through January 1. We look forward to serving you in 2025!
