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Magnolia UMC

Welcome to Magnolia United Methodist Church in Suffolk, Virginia! We hope that you find the information that you seek on our website. Magnolia UMC is a remarkable congregation, where GOD is doing some amazing things. We invite you to visit us. When you visit, you will meet friendly children, youth, and adults. Some of us dress casually, others in our best, and some people come directly from work. Please come as you feel comfortable. Magnolia is a place for families. We have two adults in our Nursery for all services (8:30 & 11:00 Sunday). Our 11 a.m. service offers Toddler's Church (potty-trained to age 4) and Children's Church (ages 5-11). Whether you like to worship together as a family, or prefer your children to learn about Jesus in ways that are fun and appropriate for their ages, your family will be strengthened as you let our Lord minister to you. We emphasize the GRACE of God that accepts us, FAITH in Jesus Christ that saves us, and the ASSURANCE that the Holy Spirit fills us and sends us into the world. I believe you will receive a blessing in our worship, our classes and small groups, and in opportunities for service. It is our prayer that we will be sensitive to God's call in helping to meet your needs. This is a place where Hope and Life come together. If you are ready for a new beginning in your life, or to continue as a follower of Jesus Christ and grow deeper in your love for God and your fellow man, do not hesitate to call or visit us. I look forward to meeting you.

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Welcome to The Portsmouth District of the United Methodist Church
The Portsmouth District of the United Methodist Church is located in Southeastern Virginia. We serve over 16,000 United Methodist members. The District is comprised of fifty-eight unique congregations located throughout Portsmouth, Isle of Wight, Surry, Windsor, Franklin, Sussex, Wakefield and Waverly. Each church offers worship services, additional programs throughout the year, and personal support for those in need.

What is the Nothing But Nets campaign?

Nothing But Nets is a global, grassroots campaign to save lives by preventing malaria, a leading killer of children in Africa. Sports Illustrated columnist Rick Reilly challenged his readers to donate $10 for the purchase of an anti-malaria bed net, and thousands of people have joined the campaign. The people of The United Methodist Church, along with Sports Illustrated, NBA Cares, the United Nations Foundation and several other groups, are raising funds to purchase bed nets to end malaria. You can join the cause and contribute money for bed nets that will keep children and families safe.

Why Should I Get in the Game?

The children of Africa need you to help stop the spread of this disease. There are many different ways to prevent malaria. Bed nets, vaccinations, insecticide spraying and water treatment are important tools. Purchasing bed nets is an easy way for individuals to make a difference in combating this disease. At this time, no consistently effective malaria vaccine exists. Plasmodium, the parasite that carries the disease, changes rapidly and can become drug resistant. With your help, we can slam dunk this disease.

How Do Bed Nets Save Lives?

Stop malaria from scoring! Send a net. Save a life. Bed nets work in two ways: They stop mosquitoes from biting during the night and spreading the disease, and the insecticide on the net kills mosquitoes when they land on it.

How Do I Get Involved?

Send a net. Save a life. You can save a life by making a $10 donation at www.NothingButNets.net or online through The Advance (982015). It's that easy.

Cheerleaders are needed to spread the word and get everyone involved. Adopt the Nothing But Nets campaign as a mission project. Display your Nothing But Nets poster prominently in your church. Ask the pastor to receive a special offering during a worship service devoted to mission.

Lead a fundraising campaign to fight malaria. Order a game plan to get additional information. Check back here frequently to get updated information.