HUMC Weekly News - August 8, 2019
14005 Stumptown Rd.
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-1156
God calls us to open the door, make room at the table, and create spaces
to foster lasting relationships with Jesus Christ.
This Sunday, August 11
Matthew 6:10 and 6:33
"The Kingdom of God: More than Heaven; More than the Church"
Last Sunday, August 4
Luke 8:22-39
"The Importance of One"
Sermon Series: The Kingdom of God is Near
This Sunday, Pastor Paul will begin a new sermon series: The Kingdom of God is Near. " In this four-week series, listeners are reminded that there is a stark contrast between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdoms of man. Each week, the series will explore the steps to transforming your mind and your thoughts to reflect a “Kingdom of God” perspective. Instead of simply focusing on how we can make it to heaven, think about how God can bring heaven to dwell inside of you, for all the world to see."

Click HERE for a short introductory video.
Ministries
Children's Ministry Update
  • Sunday, August 25 - Teachers, parents, and students, be sure to bring your backpacks to church for our annual "Backpack Blessing."
  • Sunday, September 15 - We will present our 3rd graders with a Bible. Please email Pam Hegedus if you have a rising 3rd grader.

We are in need of the newspaper "comic" section for wrapping bibles. Please drop off prior to Sept 2.

For more information, please read The Children's Ministry Weekly News.
Student Ministry News
  • The Youth will meet this Sunday from 5-7:00 p.m. We are studying the book of Matthew. Food provided.
  • Saturday, August 17 - We will be setting up an outdoor movie night for our neighbors at Deer Hill. Please RSVP HERE to let us know if you can attend.
  • Attention Parents of Confirmation Age Students! If your child is in 7th grade or higher and is interested in going through the confirmation process, please email Pastor Paul or call the church office at 704-875-1156.
  • Parent Resources - Every Christian parent wants their faith to "stick." Read more in our weekly newsletter (link below).
Music Ministry
Small Groups
Keenagers
Keenagers welcome older adults (50+) to join regular meetings and field trips for fun and fellowship. Our regular meetings are scheduled for the 3 rd  Thursday of each month and alternate between potluck lunches at the church, Dutch-treat meals at various restaurants in the area, and field trips to nearby places of interest. For more information, please contact Carolyn Duke (704-717-3355). 

T he next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 15 at 12:00 p.m. We will meet at Showmars (9605 Sherrill Estates Rd., Huntersville). For more information or to RSVP, please call Edna Riggs at 919-397-5782.
Disciple Bible Study
Disciple Bible Study is transformative. The 34 week study is incredibly effective in shaping lives through interaction with the Word of God and each other. I hope to have enough people to sign up for this study so that we have two classes, on Sunday afternoons from 5:00-7:00 p.m., and on Wednesday evening. We will meet on August 18 at 5:00 p.m. to form classes. This will be an information session designed to give you the information you need to make this deep commitment. Please email Pastor Paul at  pthompson@wnccumc.net  to express your interest in learning more.

Required Materials: Disciple I Study Manual

Wednesdays in the Word
Wednesdays in the Word will resume September 11. We will meet every other Wednesday at 9:30-11:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. We will study Seamless: Understanding the Bible as One Complete Story by Angie Smith. This study is open to women of all ages!

Email  wednesdaysintheword@gmail.com to register.
Super Sunday - August 25!
You are in for a real treat! Felicia Davis, Anna Drury, and Janelle Masters, otherwise known as  Faith, Hope and Grace, a ladies trio from Mt. Zion UMC, will join us for both services. Mark your calendar. You don't want to miss it!
Say goodbye to summer and hello to fall!
Join us as we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall! Following the 10:30 service, please stay for a time of food, fun, and fellowship! We will have fried chicken and fixin’s, ice cream sundaes, bounce house, corn hole and more! Please RSVP!
Help Wanted
HUMC is looking for a weekend custodian to keep our facility and associated resources clean, well-maintained, and prepared for worship services and Christian ministry. No experience necessary, we will train. Click HERE or a full job description and how to apply.
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