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Aloma's History
A BRIEF HISTORY OF
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July 10, 1960
East Orlando Methodist Church met for the first time at Lakemont Elementary School. Support for the newly planted church came from the Orlando District and First United Methodist Church, Winter Park. There were 172 charter members on Oct. 30, 1960
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November, 1960
The church name was officially changed to Aloma United Methodist Church. Final chartering took place June 5, 1961.
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1960 to 1970
The permanent strengths of Aloma along with the physical campus were built. We were blessed with Biblical preaching, great music, strong Sunday School, youth ministry, missions, scouting and spiritual family life. The sanctuary was consecrated April 5, 1970. Traditions begun: Women’s Society of Christian Service (later United Methodist Women, now Women of Aloma), United Methodist Men (now Men Moving Forward), Scout Troop 246, rummage sale, community music/drama programs, Golden fellowship
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1970 to 1980
This time period saw growth in all areas. Sunday school grew to 300, a youth choir traveled and recorded, men began attending Leesburg Retreats, women’s circles flourished, Faith Promise mission giving began, small groups increased, Christmas tree sales started, a kindergarten was established.
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1980 to 1990
Was a decade of growing awareness of missions and participation from the congregation. As
Aloma matured, our feeling of family and spiritual community strengthened. Sunday School passed 500 and the Administration Building was built to gain Sunday School space in the main campus.
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1990 to 2000
This decade might be called our transition into the new century. We were teaching and learning of the new demographics around us and the changes younger folks look for in a church. The administration was trimmed down, meetings reduced and opportunities for personal ministry opened up. Contemporary styles of worship were begun. We began a prayerful transition to “new ways” while retaining the heart and soul of Aloma.
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2000 to 2007
The new century has brought an influx of younger, active families and a remarkable surge of men’s ministry. The standout happening of this period was the hurricanes of 2004 which left physical, emotional and spiritual damage in their wakes. As always, Aloma has weathered the storm and stands ready as a community to carry out God’s plan for our future.
Visitors to Aloma today find an active seven day-a-week community doing more than “going to church.” The Alpha series (a Christian primer), Stephen Ministry, men’s and women’s retreats, Emmaus, meaningful children’s and youth ministries, Harvest Team (missions), Early Childhood Learning Center (preschool), food pantry and prayer teams are but a few of the opportunities that kindle our growth in discipleship. And as always, the preaching, music and worship that thrill our hearts every week.
Aloma matured, our feeling of family and spiritual community strengthened. Sunday School passed 500 and the Administration Building was built to gain Sunday School space in the main campus.
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