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Food Truck Sunday Coming Your Way
 Join us as we kick off the new school year, promote our kids, and enjoy an awesome food truck meal together! This Sunday is Promotion Sunday - the time to move your kids to their new classrooms for the new school year. To celebrate, we have scheduled four food trucks who will set up shop in our parking lot:
- Monzy's Deli
- Old Town Pizza
- Lazy Boy Bar-B-Q
- Brewster's Ice Cream
The food trucks will serve from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm to accommodate everyone's schedule. Your family can eat in the Fellowship Hall or on the picnic tables in Dick Kelly Park (right outside the back of the Lighthouse). We hope you will join us for Worship at 8:30, 9:45, 11:00 Contemporary or Traditional and Sunday School and this great BIG Day as we celebrate our new school year together. |
 It's Promotion Sunday
This Sunday is Promotion Sunday! You should have received a postcard from our Preschool or Elementary Ministries to let you know your child's class for the 2017-2018 school year. If you did not get a postcard, come Sunday morning and we will get your child to his/her new room. We hope to see you there! |
 Back to School Bash
We invite families to join us Wednesday, August 23, at 6:00 pm, in Tyson Hall for captivating illusion and laugh-out-loud humor with a serious message of Jesus Christ. Terry Hedges has performed at churches across the country and Europe as well as the White House. He will be with us to share the Kingdom of God with a fresh perspective.
Dinner will be served before the show in the Fellowship Hall at 5:00 pm for $6 per adult and $4 per child (with a $20 maximum for families). The show is completely free and we hope to see you there! |
 4th Grade Party
Most of our rising 4th graders will be combining together this year for the first time at Vestavia Hills Elementary Central. We would like to help them take this big step in their life by having them all together for a party. Our rising 4th graders are invited to come to the Lighthouse tomorrow, Friday, August 11, from 3:30-5:00 pm for skating, ice cream, and games! Please register your child by clicking the link. We are praying for all of our children as they prepare to begin another school year!
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 Sunday Evening Worship
Come as you are, sing some of the great, old hymns, and enjoy the sharing of warm fellowship in our beautiful Rutland-Memorial Chapel at 5:00 pm as we learn from the miracle of Jesus walking on the water (Matthew 14:22-33). Also, mark your calendars for our upcoming preachers: August 20 - Sherry Harris; August 27 - District Superintendent Rick Owen.
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 Christmas Shoeboxes
It is that time of year for us to start making Christmas shoeboxes to send to our missionaries. This is a wonderful way to serve our missionaries and it is a great project for Sunday School classes, small groups, individuals, and families. Boxes include coloring books, flip flops, small toys, toiletries, school supplies, and clothing. We supply the boxes and coloring books. You have to supply all the other items.
If you, your family, or Sunday School class are interested in participating, please contact the Missions office or come by the church office to receive your boxes and a list of suggested items. Email Rachael Hayes (rhayes@vhumc.org) to coordinate the pickup of your boxes and items. The deadline to return completed boxes to the Missions office is Monday, September 17.
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Come to Lunch and Help Camp Sumatanga
 Since 1950, Camp Sumatanga has been a special place of lasting memories and spiritual growth for Alabama United Methodists. On Sunday, August 27, the Vestavia United Appeal Fund will hold a special luncheon at 12:00 noon, in our Fellowship Hall, to benefit the Camp. Donations received at the luncheon will be divided between Camp Sumatanga (90%) and our Church (10%). You will get a chance to hear from Daphne Orr about recent camp experiences and goals for the future. The Vestavia United Appeal Fund is a fund-raising organization benefitting Camp Sumatanga and VHUMC and providing the added benefit of exemption from Alabama sales, use, and utility taxes. Please contact Margaret Flowers by Thursday, August 24 to make reservations for your family (mflowers@vhumc.org / 769-0112). Tickets are $9 per adult and $7 per child with a family maximum of $39. |
 3rd Grade Bible Presentation
It is the tradition at Vestavia Hills United Methodist to give a Bible to all of our third graders each year. If you are a member at VHUMC, or feel that VHUMC is your church home, we want to make sure that we have your child listed to receive a Bible. We would also like to personalize each Bible by engraving your child's name on the outside cover, but we can only do that if you provide us with the information by August 16. Please click on the link below to let us know what name you would like printed on your child's Bible. The Bibles will be presented to the children on Sunday, September 17, at the 11:00 traditional worship service in the Sanctuary. We hope you will make plans to attend. We are excited to celebrate this important occasion as a church family!
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 Vestavia Dance Registration
Registration is now underway for Vestavia Dance. We have classes in ballet, pointe, lyrical, jazz, tap, clogging, and hip hop. Classes begin the week of August 28 and are held in the upstairs Lighthouse dance studios.
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Magic City Nutcracker Auditions
 Auditions for our Magic City Nutcracker will be Saturday, September 9, in the Lighthouse. Five-year-old's to adults are invited to be a part of our fantastic performance of the wonderful holiday tale. Come join us as we celebrate our 5th year!
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 Student Choir Kick-Off
Calling all students! The New Life Singers Student Choir will have its kick-off celebration for the 2017-2018 school year on Sunday, August 20, at 4:00 pm in the choir room. We hope all youth will consider being a part this year. Bring a friend and hang out with us. Look for more reasons to join in the weekly student newsletter. For any questions or more information contact Quint Harris (qharris@vhumc.org). |
 Journeys of Paul Cruise
VHUMC will be taking the Journeys of Paul cruise through Greece, Italy, and Turkey September 26 through October 7, 2018 with Rev. Bill Brunson. We will be holding two informational meetings in room 316 on Wednesday, September 6, at 6:00 pm and Sunday, October 8, at 4:00 pm.
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 New Boomer Bible Study
Join our new Boomer Bible Study on the first and third Thursdays, from August 3 through November 16, at 6:30 pm, in room 320. Jim Frazier will be leading an eight-session study on Boomer Spirituality. The class is free and books are provided. For more information, please contact Jim Frazier (769-0126 / jfrazier@vhumc.org). |
Is Your House Safe
VHUMC has a Home Safety Team who want to help make your house safer. They have been trained by the Vestavia Hills Fire Department and would be glad to set an appointment and come inspect your home. If you would like to have your house inspected there is no charge. For more information contact Jim Frazier (jfrazier@vhumc.org / 769-0126). |
 Run with VHUMC Runners
Interested in running but not sure how to get started? Maybe you are a runner and are looking for a group to train with because you are tired of running alone? Perhaps you would like to run a race but aren't sure where to start? Whatever your motivation might be, let VHUMC help you achieve your goals.
VHUMC Runners is a running group of mixed pace runners that run daily. The group meets at 5:30 am Monday-Friday in the Lighthouse parking lot and Saturdays at 6:00 am at the Trak Shak or Lakeshore Trail. Whether you want to train for a race, or just want to get moving, we have a program ready for you. Runners from any pace and ability level are welcome to join. Lace up your running shoes and join us for running, racing, fellowship, and more! Contact Megan Drumm (mdrumm@vhumc.org / 769-0139) with any questions. We look forward to seeing you on the running trail! |
Upward Flag Football/Cheerleading
 Football season is coming up! Sign up for Upward Flag Football and Cheerleading at VHUMC. Join the fun, learning, and faith with your community! The cost is $105 per participant, $115 for late sign up. The deadline for registration is August 22. Register by clicking the link below or pick up a form at the Lighthouse!
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 Men's Basketball League
Come join us for our Men's Basketball League! Ages 18 and older can create teams and compete in the league! Games are on Tuesday nights from August 29 - October 17. The cost is $400 per team. The deadline to register is Friday, August 18. For more information, contact Miles Erbe (merbe@vhumc.org / 769-0134). |
 Hoover Adult Softball League
The Hoover Parks and Recreation is having a Church League as part of its Adult Softball Leagues. The cost of registering a team is $275 and the deadline is Friday, August 18. For those interested in putting a team together or if there are any questions, please contact Miles Erbe (merbe@vhumc.org). |
Birthday Parties in the Lighthouse
Come celebrate your birthday at The Lighthouse at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church. We offer a wonderful facility with a variety of activities to make celebrating your day extra special! Birthday parties are offered during the following times:
- Saturday 10:00 am -12:00 noon or 1:00-3:00 pm
- Weeknights and Sundays (subject to gym and lobby availability)
To make reservations or for additional details and pricing, please contact Megan Drumm (769-0139) or Miles Erbe (769-0134). We look forward to celebrating with you! |
Trailmixers Informational Meeting
Interested in hiking and looking to join a group? Join the Trailmixers for an informational meeting on Tuesday, August 22, at 6:00 pm. The meeting will take place in room 245 in the Lighthouse. Women of all ages are welcome to attend! Please contact Megan Drumm (mdrumm@vhumc.org) for additional details. |
Closing Out Fiscal Year 2017
As we begin what will be a very busy fiscal year in the life of VHUMC, the church is on stable financial ground. As of June 30, 2017, the Church was debt free (having paid off the loan on the church's pickup truck), our cash balance was over $143,000, and there was over $602,000 in current assets fully supporting the balance of our 30 Designated Funds.
As we return from busy summers and get back to our fall routines, please consider the many activities and programs that VHUMC provides. Giving in May and June was at its lowest levels in the past five years, and we need your support to make sure all of those great programs have the financial backing they need.
VHUMC is in a very sound financial position, and 2018 should be an exciting year! As always, if you have any questions and/or concerns, feel free to reach out to Gary, Natalie, or me if you have questions about the Church's finances.
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Ongoing Outreach
 Planet Fundraiser Helps Rise Against Hunger
As we start planning Rise Against Hunger 2018, one of our fundraising tools is offering a deal you can't pass up. Now through August 17, if you are new to Planet Fundraiser and download their app, they will donate $1 to your charity of choice. VHUMC's Rise Against Hunger is our choice! This is a simple way to provide meals to children across the world. We have already received checks over the summer that will continue to support our Rise Against Hunger event.
All you have to do is download the app, choose VHUMC's Community Wide Event-Rise Against Hunger and then continue to shop or dine at your favorite places and take a picture of your receipt. A portion of your proceeds will be donated to our event. This special $1 promotion will only be through August 17, but the money raised will continue on.
 Food Pantry
The Food Pantry needs pancake mix, syrup, jelly and peanut butter. We will be getting farmers' market items for only 3 more weeks, so if you would like to bring fresh items, that would be great. Thanks to our youth for preparing bags of school supplies for our families and to our seven truck drivers and the many helpers to unload trucks from our monthly food bank pickup!
Oak Mountain Mission
Oak Mountain Mission's annual Harvest of Hope luncheon will be on Tuesday, September 12, at The Club. Please email Barbara Porter (bobarb@bellsouth.net) if you would like to attend and join us at one of our five tables. The silent auction at 10:00 am with lunch at 11:30 am. Questions, call Barbara 444-9793. Thank you.
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