News from Phillips, Nebraska

The July 3 celebration went well, even though some of the usual activities were missed. Pulled pork was very good, and the delivery option was a big hit. The fireworks show was great and I saw lots of family barbecues and fireworks happening around town. A big thank you to the Phillips Community Foundation, the Phillips Pirates Ball Program and the Phillips Volunteer Fire Department for fundraising and organizing this event for our community.

Phillips United Methodist Church resumed live worship services on July 5, at a new time -- 9 a.m. Anyone attending is asked to wear a mask into and out of the building. Family groups and attendees are asked to sit at least six feet apart while in the sanctuary. Once seated, masks may be removed. At this time we will not have fellowship time, but are hopeful that we can begin something like that soon! Pastors Greg and Michelle Reed will continue to post worship and learning videos to social media for those that are unable to attend. If you have questions, prayer requests or need to contact the church, please email phillipsumc2018@gmail.com.

The Phillips Memorial Hall will be available again for functions as health measures are lightened. The small party room accommodates up to 50 guests and the large room will hold up to 600. For information on reserving the building, please call 402-886- 2324.

The Phillips Church library is lending books; please email mgnkny@gmail.com, and include “Library” in the subject line. While the library is not open for browsing, thanks to Marcia Spiehs, we have a good selection of books and a thorough list of what’s available. We are limiting checkouts to five books at a time and returned books will be isolated for a period of time before being returned to the shelves. Full details for borrowing and returning books can be shared via email.

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