Mildred's Thrift Store

06/05/2026

PASTORAL APPEAL FOR PEACE, RESTRAINT, AND RECONCILIATION
05/06/2026

May the grace and peace of God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ be multiplied in your hearts and in your homes.

It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart
that I have received reports of the renewed crisis affecting our brothers and sisters in Gaita, Didango, Yashi-Pena, and Karim Town all in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State. These unfortunate events, which have resulted in the loss of lives, destruction of properties, and the displacement of innocent families, are deeply painful and contrary to the will of God, who calls us to live in peace, love, and mutual understanding.

As a shepherd of the Global Methodist Church in this region, I mourn with those who mourn in this time of deep pain. I stand with you prayerfully asking God to bring comfort to the brokenhearted, healing to the wounded, and peace to our troubled communities.

As followers of Christ and members of one human family created in God’s image, we are called to cherish the sanctity of life, to comfort those who suffer, and to diligently pursue peace with all people.

No grievance can justify the shedding of innocent blood, and no conflict is truly resolved through violence or destruction. Rather, let us seek reconciliation, healing, and justice in the spirit of Christ, who is our Peace. As Scripture reminds us,
“God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.” (Matthew 5:9).

I earnestly call upon our traditional rulers, community leaders, youth leaders, religious leaders, and all people of goodwill to join hands in fostering dialogue, mutual understanding, reconciliation, and peaceful coexistence within our communities. At this critical moment, we must choose the path of peace over conflict, and unity over division. The ties that bind us together as neighbours, brothers and sisters, and fellow citizens are far greater and more enduring than the differences that seek to separate us. Let us therefore work collectively to heal wounds, restore trust, and build a future founded on justice, harmony, and respect for the dignity of every person.

I prayerfully appeal to the Government of Taraba State, security agencies, and all relevant authorities to act swiftly and compassionately to restore peace and security in the affected communities. May every effort be made to protect lives, comfort the afflicted, support affected families, and foster sincere dialogue and reconciliation. As God's people, we long for a society where peace, justice, and human dignity prevail.

Let us continue to pray for peace and work together for a future where every community can live in harmony and safety.

May God comfort the bereaved, heal the wounded, protect the vulnerable, and grant lasting peace to Gaita, Didango, Yashi Pena, Karim Town, and the entire Karim-Lamido Local Government Area.
“Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone." — Romans 12:18

With pastoral concern and unwavering hope,
Dr. John Pena Auta
Presiding Bishop
Global Methodist Church

(C) Global Methodist Church Nigeria Media Team

06/05/2026

✨ New Specialty Items Have Arrived at Mildred's Thrift Store! ✨

Looking for something special? Our volunteers have recently added some unique finds to the store, including:

👚 Scrubs
👙 Bathing Suits
👗 Formal Dresses
💍 A Beautiful Wedding Gown

Whether you're shopping for work, a special occasion, or just searching for a great bargain, you never know what treasures you'll find at Mildred's!

🕘 Store Hours:
Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Stop by, browse our latest arrivals, and support a ministry that serves our community. We look forward to seeing you!

📍 Mildred's Thrift Store
Cleveland First Methodist Church

06/01/2026

✝️Sunday Reflection: “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” Galatians 5:16–25✝️

Change is hard. The world tells us to “do your own thing,” but the pleasures of the world are temporary. The fruit of God’s Kingdom is everlasting.

How do we live in the Kingdom of God? We turn our eyes upon Jesus.

When God becomes the center of our day, abundant life begins to take shape: a life filled with joy, purpose, and spiritual fulfillment. It doesn’t happen overnight. We are called to abide in Christ, push out the things that pull us away from Him, and allow His work in us to grow over time.

Worry won’t solve our problems, but Christ will strengthen us.

Replace the things of the world with the things of God. Replace frustration with prayer. Replace temptation and bitterness with service. Steep yourselves in worship. Feed on the Word of God, our spiritual food. Serve others. Build people up rather than serving ourselves.

What is the answer to the dilemma of making our own choices? Turn your eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith.

May we show Christ in everything we do and allow Him to change our atmosphere, our hearts, and our lives. Have a blessed week church family 🙏💜. Link to today's service: https://youtu.be/M3nWxNdSHwQ?si=33DNVrG1VmI5P6tz

05/24/2026

Today, we celebrate Pentecost: the day the Holy Spirit came upon the believers, empowering them to go forth with boldness, faith, and purpose.

As we gathered for worship today, we were reminded that the same Spirit is still moving, still guiding, still strengthening God’s people.

May we be filled anew with His presence, walk faithfully in His calling, and carry Christ’s love into our homes, our community, and our world.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for worship this Pentecost Sunday. We pray you have a blessed week filled with peace, hope, and the power of the Holy Spirit. Link to today's service: https://youtu.be/t4ASBTm1Dw0?si=ZtoJbNAmlkwQz8ya

“Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the Lord Almighty. — Zechariah 4:6

05/19/2026

05/18/2026

✝️Sunday Reflection: “Grace Keepers”
Titus 2:11–14✝️

There is a time between receiving God’s grace and the return of Christ. How we live in that time matters.

God’s grace is available to ALL people. Everyone! It abounds without limits, giving hope, strength, and courage that we could never achieve on our own.

But grace not only comforts us, it teaches us. It teaches us to say “no” to the things of this world that do not glorify God, and “yes” to faithfully following Christ.

We are called to become grace keepers: shining Christ’s light so that others may experience His grace too. This is not simply an activity to occupy our time while we wait for Christ’s return. We live with blessed hope.

Grace continues to grow within us. It fills us with hope, charity, and purpose. God’s hand envelopes us. He repairs us, equips us, and strengthens us for the work He has called us to do.

May we work diligently, abound in grace, and live as faithful keepers of the grace we have been given. Link to today's service: https://youtu.be/O7lu4aZv59M?si=1f2EDlTUQKOJOBrC

Have a blessed week church family 🙏💜

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

📣Be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss our Community Spring Concert this Sunday, May 17th, at 3:00 PM in the Sanctuary at Cleveland First Methodist Church.📣

The concert will feature Yonah Brass 🎺 along with Lisa Deaton🎤, Raquel Berghoefer, David George, Robert Williams🎷, Deena Handy, and the CFMC Worship Team 🎸 and Choir.

🙏We are truly blessed with so many talented musicians🎶 and singers in our community, and this promises to be a wonderful Sunday afternoon of music, worship, and fellowship.

We invite everyone to come and join us, and be sure to tag or share the event with friends and family!