Just A Reminder, Christmas Is Everyday

From Pastor Tony

Greetings and Peace to You from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!

We’re now well into our journey together at HUMC and it has been a blessing to serve as your Pastor. As we move forward, my continued hope and prayer is that we would spend more time with God outside of Sunday mornings. The best way to hear from God is by getting into His Word and allowing Him to speak to our hearts and minds. The Bible tells us in Hebrews 4:12, “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” I have certainly found His Word to be alive and active, speaking to us through every season of life, through every trial and tribulation and through every blessing and victory.

Praising and Serving Him!

Pastor Tony

Over the Hedge

From Tony’s Boss

Happy Summer Everyone!

Our first Sunday at HUMC was different than I expected. Walking into the Sanctuary to meet Tony and help him set up, I found walking into the room very strange. It had always been where I would find Dennis. I said to Tony, “this is so weird.” Afterwards, I described the service like ripping the band aid off. We just had to do it, then the nerves will calm, and we’d be alright. I was so glad Tony already had his sermon prepared from the week before. Everyone was so warm and welcoming, and I greatly appreciate that!

I’m excited for what comes next for HUMC. I can’t wait to see how Loaves and Fishes works and to get involved in some Bible Studies and Small Groups. These activities will really help us get to know each other better. I like the scripture Tony had quoted before that says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” ~ Proverbs 27:17

With Love,

Jen Pirrone

Committees/Groups

NOT YET, wait for further announcements

Administrative Council/Finance CommitteeJessica Lopez (Interim Chair), Jenny Hess, Sharon Coombes, Mike Shickle, Hugh Erskine, Jean Ritchie, Jamie Curry, Dale/Marvin Thomas, Barbara Noll, Jennifer Alt, Rachel Link and Pattie Myers

Finance CommitteeNo (Chair), Pastor Tony, Dr. Erick Hess, Jenny Hess, Mike Shickle, Sharon Coombes, Pattie Myers NON-VOTING Members: Choir Director, President of United Methodist Men, President of United Methodist Women, President of United Methodist Youth, Coordinator of Small Group Ministries, Youth Leader, Sunday School Superintendent, Technology Review Committee, Family Ministries Chair, History Chair, Missions Chair, Evangelism Chair

SPRC 3rd Sunday after churchJenny Hess-(Chair), Pastor Tony, Curtis Hite, Ann DeHaven, Young Adult, Lay Member to Annual Conference, Lay Leader

TrusteesMike Shickle (Acting chair), Curtis Hite, Dale Thomas, Frank Albright, Steve Alt, Ex-Officio: Bob Shickle and David Shahan

The trustees have a red form that is found outside the office for maintenance and repairs of the church facilities. If you see an item that needs attention, please assist the church by completing and posting the form on the office door. Thank you for your assistance.

Upcoming EventsCommunity Dinner

Pot Luck Dinner

NOT YET

NOMINATIONS COMMITTEEPastor Tony (Chair), Harriett Liskey, Jenny Hess, Sharon Coombes and Mike Shickle

FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE/FAMILY MINISTRIESDale Thomas/Marvin Thomas (Co-chairs), Sharon Coombes, Linda Yost, Jean Ritchie, Dolly Donaldson

Methodist Women 2nd Wednesday 1pm in the ChapelJean Ritchie (President) All women of the church are considered members of the group and are welcome

The United Methodist Women typically do not meet in July and August. Depending on the status of COVID19, we would like to meet on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Meeting time has changed to 1:30 p.m. in the church library.  In June we were happy to welcome Dale Thomas as a new member to our group.

Methodist Men 3rd Saturday 9amAll men are invited and encouraged to attend

YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE:Jenny Hess, Jessica Knill-Lopez, Rachel Link and Lori Pruitt

Youth Group every Sunday 6:30pm

Boy Scouts Robert UccelliniRobert Uccellini at 304-671-2199 or Hedgesville.troop.37@gmail.com

Cub Scouts Jessica Knill Lopez Jessica Knill-Lopez at 304-995-7937 or Knilljlo@gmail.com

Prayer Chain

Loaves and Fishes Fourth Friday 8amJanice Leonard Help is always appreciated

We would greatly appreciate any contributionsRev. Vanessa Smith is filling in for Sara Tamplin temporarily with the Grow to Share Project. I understand there will be produce this time and Martins had not been able to get some of our usual groceries. Bags of groceries have come in from individuals. God will provide.

Money Donations: make your checks out to:Hedgesville Loaves and FishesPO Box 35Hedgesville, WV 25427 ***We are blessed to have so many generous people***

Thank You

Small GroupsStatus Will Be Announced

August7 Emma Reyme11 Chris Cox15 Frank Albright20 Terry Davis27 Sterling Mullinix

(95 this year!)27 Kayley Link30 John Noll

Food Donations:Deliver to church, call first and talk to staff304-754-8793