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 New Sermon Series
Music and song can connect with human beings at the deepest levels. Even with pastors! During the month of July, each of our pastors will be preaching about a hymn or song that deeply affected their faith journey. Each pastor will repeat their particular sermon at each service during the month - so you will hear them all. We kick off our new sermon series "Songs from the Heart" on Sunday, July 14. Join us every week for this exciting new series!
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Want a Stronger Marriage/Relationship
Register for the upcoming Marriage/Relationship Night at VHUMC on Friday, August 16, from 5:30-9:00 pm. Childcare is offered on a first come, first serve basis, so be sure to register early! Come hear from internationally known speakers and marriage therapists and laugh with comedian Michael Jr. as you learn the fundamentals of a sound relationship, honoring one another, and honoring God. Registration is $20 per couple and includes a boxed dinner for each adult. Spread the word, this is slated to be a fun-filled and inspirational night! For questions or further information, contact Suzanne Scott-Trammell ([email protected]/ 769-0136).
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Christmas in July
Christmas in July is back again! We had such great success from last year's event, we decided to bring it back with two options:
- From July 14 through 29, we will collect new, unwrapped toys for our annual Student Ministries Breakfast in December. Please bring your toys to one of the blue tubs located in the main church office and on the student ministries' floor.
- It is time to start packing our United Methodist Christmas Shoeboxes. These boxes (not real shoeboxes) are provided by UMCOR for local churches to pack with assorted toys, products, and coloring books that are sent overseas to our missionaries in the fall. They distribute the boxes to children within their communities at Christmas.
We have a list of suggested items, coloring books, and shoeboxes in the missions' office. Stop by to pick up your supplies and start gathering your gifts, flip flops (every box has to have a pair of them), and toys. This year, we hope to pack more boxes than ever. If you, your family, Sunday School class, or small group would like to pack these together, then contact Rachael Hayes ([email protected] / 769-0143) to let her know how many boxes to reserve for you. Filled boxes have to be in the Missions office by Tuesday, September 2.
Let's make a child's Christmas morning even better in another part of the world by spreading a little "Christmas Cheer" here in July.
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July Mission Minute
This July, we would like to highlight our mission partners that aid and support the homeless in our area. We work with three different organizations through actions, giving, or both: First Light, Interfaith of the YWCA, and Family Promise of Birmingham. All of these organizations have been partners with VHUMC for a long time. We have several Sunday School classes involved with helping, serving, and volunteering with each group on a monthly basis. You can visit their websites for more information on how you can help with daily needs or support some of their bigger fundraisers.
Family Promise of Birmingham, that we just hosted in June, is having their fundraising event on July 18 at Brookwood Village. If you are interested in being a part of this, would like tickets, or donate an auction item, please contact Rachael Hayes ([email protected]) for more information. You will not want to miss this event!
We also serve the homeless by making PB&J sandwiches each winter when the warming stations open downtown. This group has grown from two volunteers to over fifteen in just a few months. If you are interested in making sandwiches next winter, watch for our social media posts for ways to make an impact with our homeless community.
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Please Welcome New Members
Please help our two newest families feel welcome at VHUMC:
Caleb Riggs & Jenni Moon are graduate students at Samford (he in nursing and she in PA school). They will be married at VHUMC next May (2020). They typically attend the 9:45 worship service.
 Grant & Anna-Wesley Corhern (Hunt:23mos; Mary-Nelson: 8mos) are also new to our community. Anna-Wesley attended VHUMC when her family lived here over 20 years ago, so it's great to have the whole family here now. They've attended the 9:45 and 11:00 traditional services.
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 Fall Disciple Bible Study Class
Register today to join over 100 VHUMC members in learning more about the Bible. We are offering 12-week classes that cover either the New Testament or the Old Testament. Each class is offered three times each week with readings to be explored and discussed during the 75-minute gathering. If you want your book early, pick one up in the church office to get a jump on reading, learning, and living the Word! For questions, please contact Suzanne Scott-Trammell ([email protected]/ 769-0136).
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Third Grade Bible Registration
It is a tradition at Vestavia Hills United Methodist to give a Bible to our third graders each year. This year our Bible presentation will be during the 11:00 traditional worship service in the sanctuary on September 8.
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 adding your child's name engraved to the outside cover, but we will only be able to do that if you provide us with the information we need by August 4. Please take a moment to click on the link to let us know what name you would like printed on your child's Bible.
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New Evening Classes
New Evening Exercise classes
will
be
starting soon in the Lighthouse!
·YogaFit emphasizes sports science and alignment principles, as well as the ancient traditions of Yoga. Bringing Yoga to everybody in a safe, accessible, and adaptable way, YogaFit allows for a full range of fitness levels, age groups, and health conditions while maintaining the essence of the traditional practice.
·Ready to experience results you can both see and feel? D1 Training's Boot Camp program will push you to your limits. No matter your skill level or experience, this program is designed for anyone looking to get fit and feel good. All you need to do is show up and bring your dedication-and we'll take it from there.
If you are interested in either class, please contact Alli McGill (
[email protected]).
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8th/9thGrade ASP Recap
 This past week 46 of our eighth and ninth graders along with 16 adults traveled on our first of two ASP summer mission trips. Our team worked in Jonesville, VA on a variety of projects including flooring, siding, and deck/stair repair. Words and pictures cannot adequately convey the impact our students and adults experienced from our homeowners and the way in which God moved throughout the week. The theme for the week was "Be the Peace" and each day we reflected on how God's peace or Shalom impacts our life and how we can be the peace for others. Check out the link to see a small video about or trip or visit our Thrive Student Ministries Facebook page to see all of the pictures. For more information about Thrive and our volunteer opportunities please contact Jeremiah Stone ([email protected]/ 769-0135).
2019 ASP Recap Video
Thrive Student Ministries Facebook
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Do You Shop on Amazon
Did you know that when you shop on Amazon, you can make a portion of your purchase become a gift to VHUMC? It is very easy: log into your Amazon account through smile.amazon.com and then shop as you normally do! The first time, you will need to choose "Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church Foundation." Then, every time you log in this way, Amazon will process a donation to the General Fund of the church. It really is that easy. Please contact John Sweeney ([email protected]/ 769-0101) with any questions you may have.
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Livestream Volunteers Needed
Do you have a desire to serve VHUMC and help bring the message of Jesus Christ to those outside of the church walls? We are excited to announce that VHUMC will begin Livestreaming our 8:30, 9:45 and 11:00 worship services very soon! We will begin by streaming the 11:00 traditional service, with the 8:30 and 9:45 AM services soon to follow. In order for this effort to be made possible, we are very much in need of volunteers to operate the Livestream equipment during Sunday morning worship services.
Volunteers will be trained in advance with plenty of learning time before operating the equipment. We hope you will consider volunteering to help VHUMC in this exciting new endeavor to help bring Christ's message to the Vestavia community and beyond! Contact Peyton Chandler to sign up or ask questions ([email protected]).
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Fall Registration for COA
The Conservatory of the Arts is now enrolling students for our fall session which begins the week of August 19. If you do not see a class you are looking for, please email Ellen Bryant ([email protected]).
Private lessons include: Brass Instruments, Guitar, Percussion, Piano, Stringed Instruments, Voice, and Wind Instruments.
Classes include:
·Regular Art
- Thursdays at 4:15
(Students who have finished K - 3rd Grade)
·Advanced Art - Tuesdays at 4:15
(Students in Grades 3 - 8)
·Photography - Tuesdays at 6:00
(High School students through adults)
·Children's Theatre - Thursdays at 3:30
(Ages 8-10 years)
·Girls Theatre - Mondays at 4:30
(Ages 11-14)
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Summer Art Camp
Looking for a fun Art Camp for your children? The COA is offering an Art Workshop the week of July 15-19. The older kids will meet from 12:30-2:00 pm and younger kids (rising 1st grade-3rd grade) will meet from 2:00-3:30 pm. Each day will offer a different theme from cartoon creations, canvas painting, and more. This is a great way for your children to express their creativity while bringing home some awesome art work each day. The camp fee is just $110 and includes all supplies. To register, contact Ellen Bryant ([email protected]) or click the link.
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 Volunteers Needed
Are you an early bird? Do you like getting the worm? The Health, Wellness, & Recreation Ministry is looking for people like you! We are in need of early morning volunteers to work the Lighthouse desk. Shifts are from 6:30-8:00 AM or 7:00-8:00 AM, Monday through Friday. We have weekly, bi-weekly and monthly opportunities available. You will receive a special nametag, a FREE Lighthouse membership, and get to hang out with some really cool people. Please contact Alli McGill ([email protected]) or Kealee Burrow ([email protected]) to volunteer. |
Upward Flag Football and Cheer Registration
 Upward Flag Football and Cheer registration has begun! This league is for boys and girls K4-4th Grade who want to play flag football or cheer and learn the basics of the sports experienced in a Christ-centered atmosphere. Practices will be once a week on either a Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday evening starting the week of Sept. 2. Games will be on Saturday mornings starting on September 14. The cost is $105 per participant and includes uniforms. The league also offers multi-child family discounts.
You can register online at the link below or in person at the VHUMC Lighthouse. We are looking forward to seeing your family participate with us this fall! For any questions about the league or season, please contact Miles Erbe ([email protected] / 769-0134).
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Let's Be Good Neighbors
It is exciting to see our parking lots fill up on Sunday mornings and people parking on the streets to attend our worship and Sunday School meetings. If you find it necessary to park on the street, please be careful not to park on our neighbors' grass. We appreciate their patience with all the cars and do not want to damage their yards in the process.
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Ongoing Outreach
Food Pantry
Food Pantry is needing monetary donations to help pay for monthly orders from the Community Food Bank. Donations are greatly appreciated and should be payable to VHUMC marked for Food Pantry. Thank you so much!
Oak Mountain Mission
Oak Mountain Mission needs volunteers. Do you have a day every week that you could help them by working in the warehouse, clothing rooms, linen room, or pantry? Visit the mission and see if this is something you would enjoy. They are open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am until 1:00 pm. Call 685-5757 for details.
Kids Stand for the Homeless 
The 2nd annual Kids Stand for the Homeless is going on now through August 31 to benefit Church of the Reconciler, one of our mission partners. Plan your stands now and sell whatever you want: lemonade, cookies, or even garage sale items. Pair up with friends at church or in your neighborhood, just limit your teams to 10 people each. All money collected needs to be turned in to Church of the Reconciler by check, Paypal, or credit card through THEIR website. Make sure to note "Kids Stand" in the memo or description. The winning family or team will receive an ice cream party at Big Spoon Creamery. Last year our Agape Sunday School class won!
Hope Inspired Ministries - Night of Comedy
Join one of our mission partners, Hope Inspired Ministries, for a night of comedy featuring Jeff Allen. Jeff's rapid-fire humor, which centers on marriage and family, is a hit with all ages. A live comedy favorite, Jeff has appeared on Showtime, Comedy Central, VH1, and more. Jeff's Dry Bar Comedy videos went viral earlier this year, introducing him to tens of millions of new fans worldwide. At times both gut-wrenching and hilarious, Jeff's one-man show, The America I Grew Up In, offers a unique view into his crazy world.
The event will be Monday, July 15, at NorthPark Baptist Church in Trussville. Doors will open at 6:00 pm, with the event beginning at 7:00 pm. General Admission tickets are $25 and may be purchased through the link below. For more information, you may contact HIM at (334) 649-4330.
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