THE PILOT

Your weekly Enews from
First United Methodist Church Hampton
Please be in continued prayer for those affected by Hurricane Florence and now Hurricane Michael!
Sunday, Oct 21

What is your story?
William Milholen
Lay Leader
My family and I would like to thank the church members for all your prayers, hugs, cards, food, and words of sympathy after the death of my brother, Karl. Your signs of love have been greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,
Erika Burkholder
and the Arndt family

Fri Oct 19
No scheduled activities

Sat Oct 20
6:00 – 8:00 pm  Halloween
Party

Sun Oct 21-Laity Sunday
William Milholen
8:30 am    Fellowship (FH)
9:00 am    Sunday School
10:00 am  Worship (S)

Mon Oct 22
No scheduled activities

Tue Oct 23
4:00 pm    Trustee Meeting (C)
6 :00 pm   Fitness Yoga (FH)

Wed Oct 24
1:30 pm    Congregational Care
Comm (C)
7:00 pm    Fall Study (FH)

Thu Oct 25
10:00 am  Gentle Yoga (FH)
6:15 pm    Bell Choir (CR)
7:15 pm    Chancel Choir (S)

Fri Oct 26
Parking lot reserved for HPO

Sat Oct 27
Parking Lot reserved for HPO
9:00 am    Basement cleaning

Sun Oct 28 – Rich Foley
8:30 am    Fellowship (FH)
9:00 am    Sunday School
10:00 am  Worship (S)
Fall Study Change
The class meeting
originally scheduled for Wednesday, October 31 has been moved to
Tuesday, October 30,
after the evening
Yoga class.
Stewardship Journey-Renewing Our Covenant

As we embark on our stewardship journey during October and November, it is my prayer that we renew the covenant that we pledged and the vows that we made when joining the United Methodist Church, “that we will faithfully participate in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness.”

The “Covenant Moment” this week focuses on service.  From “A Disciple’s Path,” the fall study, “we are commissioned to use our gifts to continue the servant ministry of Jesus.” Each of us has a role in serving. We have been gifted by God, and we are needed in the ministry of our church.  How has God gifted you? How are you called to serve? 

Please join me as we renew our covenant together with our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness.


Ann Gordon Evans
Stewardship Chairman
We will celebrate All Saint’s Day on Sunday, November 4.  As is the tradition, we will read the names of our congregation members who have claimed the Life Eternal. If you would like to have a name added to our list, please click here to email us the name by Tuesday, October 30 .
The Red Room will be open during our Candy Cane Bazaar on November 17.  We need some Christmas items to sell.  So, as you are getting out your seasonal decorations in the coming weeks, please consider donating items you no longer need or want.  A small insignificant item to you may be just the item someone else is looking for! Thanks so much for all the donations so far!! Contact Brad Allsbrook or the church office with any questions!
Saturday, October 6, was a great day for our church. The United Methodist Men had a successful Brunswick Stew sale and several of our United Methodist Women went to Gloucester to attend the District UMW meeting. We were there to support and encourage Sylvia Rumsey as she was installed as the York River District United Methodist Women’s President for 2019!   Congratulations Sylvia! Please join us in praying for her success as she continues to serve her congregation as well as the district! 

Don't miss these upcoming events!
Halloween Costume Party
Saturday October 20
6:00- 8:00 pm

Costume Contests for kids and adults!
Chili Cook-off!
Bring us your best! There will be prizes!

Crafts, Games, Haunted House

All Ages! Everyone is Invited!
Join our Yoga Classes! It's never too late to participate in our weekly yoga classes.  Fitness Yoga at 6:00 pm on Tuesdays and Gentle Yoga at 10:00 am on Thursdays.  Class lasts for one hour and beginners are always welcome. There's no judgement or pressure to do difficult poses, so please don't be afraid to give it a try! Registration is not necessary; just come to the Fellowship Hall with a yoga mat, bottle of water and $5. A portion of the proceeds is donated to the church Family Movie Night fund. Please join us and feel free to invite non-members as well! Contact Holly Yaskowsky with any questions at hollyyaz@cox.net  or 757-303-1232.