HARMONY HAPPENINGS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
Here are the latest opportunities to strengthen
your faith and connect with the community.
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Please click here to read an important announcement from Pastor Debra concerning updates to indoor worship and activities:
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Join us this Sunday morning for our worship service at 10am or you can view our live stream service from home or wherever you may be on our YouTube page. You can also find the link on the home page of our website: harmonyva.org
Beginning September 5th, masks will be required regardless of your vaccination status. This is for the protection of everyone in attendance at Sunday worship and we appreciate your cooperation.
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Special Egg Carton Collection for LHR - September 5th
Loudoun Hunger Relief is collecting clean egg cartons to distribute donated eggs. Please bring your egg cartons this Sunday (9/5) and leave them in the LHR bins in Driscoll Hall. We’ll let you know if there is an ongoing need for egg cartons after this collection.
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Children's Sunday School
We need your help! Children’s Sunday School is looking for volunteers to help lead the lessons once a month. Shelly will plan the lessons and resources needed. All you would need to do is lead the class and adapt to the kids' age who join the class. Sunday School will be from 9 am to 9:45 am.
Children’s Worship Volunteers
Adult Volunteers are needed to help lead Children’s Worship at the 10 am service. A lesson plan and materials will be provided. This is a great way to get to know the kids of the church. Your role would be to lead the children upstairs after the Children’s Message and follow the provided lesson.
Please get in touch with Shelly Ballard at sballard@harmonyva.org if you are willing to help and if you have questions.
Click on the link below to view the online sign up sheet:
Your help is appreciated with this ministry!
Shelly
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Dana Tyson Circle will meet at the church on Wednesday, September 8th at 9:30am. We look forward to seeing you!
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Harmony UMC Weekend Farm Table - September 4th
Stop by the HUMC breezeway on Saturday, September 4th between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm to enjoy fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs, pickles, jams, and flowers from our Harmony gardeners. Please feel free to share your garden’s bounty as well. And don't worry if you can’t make it on Saturday! Any remaining produce will be available in the breezeway on Sunday after the 10:00 am service.
All proceeds from the Farm Table benefit HUMC’s many missions programs at home and abroad.
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If you are interested in a short term contract position assisting afghani refugees housed at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA, please read the following:
Individuals must be 18+, have a high school diploma, and have a clear criminal background.
Preferably four 12 hour days per week, 3 days off (can do 3 days on, 4 days off if needed). $25 per hour with overtime opportunity at regular pay.
Seeking people who are willing to help and will stay for the entire term, approximately one month.
Job responsibilities include setting up cots, handing out food, cleaning up, and overseeing these refugees, ensuring they are safe and reporting any issues to the leadership.
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We continue to offer Merchant/gift cards for purchase. We have a wide variety of cards to choose from (see list). Contact Robin in the church office if you would like to place an order. We keep some types in stock like Target, Walmart, Giant and some restaurant cards. For each card ordered, Harmony Church receives a small percentage.
So keep them in mind for birthdays graduations, and holidays!
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Happy birthday to all of those who celebrate
birthdays in September!!
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Harmony began supporting the Backpack Buddies Program with our partnership schools, Hamilton Elementary and Lincoln, this past week. Our first delivery of food bags was September 3rd. We are providing weekend meals for 7 children eligible for this program. 15 church members volunteered to shop and/or deliver which enables this program to run smoothly throughout the year. A HUGE thank you to all of you!! The schools and families needing our help appreciate all we are able to do for them. |
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It’s not too soon to start thinking about Harmony’s Holiday Bazaar! Choose your craft from those offered by the Bazaar Team in Driscoll Hall after the service on Sunday. Completed crafts can be returned to the Missions table in the social hall.
There’s sure to be something for every craft skill and interest over the next few months. Thanks for joining in to make this year’s Bazaar a success.
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BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION
DEADLINE IS TODAY!!
There are many families who do not have money to purchase all the needed school supplies for their children this fall. From August 18th through September 5th, Missions will be collecting supplies for those needing assistance at Hamilton and Lincoln Elementary Schools. If you would like to help, go to the website below to find the supply lists for each grade in these two schools. Whatever you choose to donate will be gratefully received.
A collection bin marked “BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES” will be located in Driscoll Hall to receive donations. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Preston at K4LJH@comcast.net or 540-338-4152.
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LOUDOUN HUNGER RELIEF - EVERY FOURTH SUNDAY
Harmony continues to collect donations to help Loudoun Hunger Relief. It is one of our many missions to provide food for those in need. Donating food is one of the most critical things a community can do for the hungry and this has been especially true with the COVID crises. The year-round LHR food list needs includes:
1. Dry beans
2. Whole grain pasta, rice
3. Fresh fruits & vegetables
4. Whole grain cereal
5. Canned meats (tuna or chicken)
6. Healthy cooking oil (ex: olive)
7. Peanut butter
8. Canned dog and cat food
9. Shampoo
10. Toothpaste
The collection bin for donations is in Driscoll Hall. Although Harmony designates the fourth Sunday of each month for food collection, donations are welcome anytime.
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Missions has been posting information to our Harmony Church Facebook page as a communication platform to keep our church family informed and engaged. Realizing not everyone utilizes Facebook, we are sharing this information through our church newsletter as well, and it will also be posted on Harmony’s website (www.harmonyva.org). Visit our “Serve” page on Harmony’s website for information on food resources, volunteer/donation opportunities, or for information for those needing assistance during this difficult time: https://harmonyva.org/missions/ Missions will continue to provide updates to each of these communication platforms as a source of information for everyone.
Salvation Army:
HUMC works continually with the Salvation Army Potomac Division. You can learn more about their work, donate to support their community efforts, and volunteer with them by visiting: https://salvationarmysouth.org/
Mobile Hope:
Mobile Hope Stays committed to their “Listen for the Honk” program while at the same time helping at risk youth in our community. Visit https://mobile-hope.org/
Loudoun Hunger Relief (LHR):
LHR continues to work urgently to make sure that they are able to serve everyone who comes to them for food. Visit https://www.loudounhunger.org/ to see opportunities for donating time, food, money.
Tree of Life:
Tree of Life Ministries is available during this challenging time. They provide food deliveries, food to-go meals, and a food pantry. Contact and email information is listed at http://tolministries.org/food-purcellville.html as well as information about volunteering and donations.
Society of St. Andrew (SoSA):
SoSA’s mission statement is simple: to bring people together to harvest and share healthy food, reduce food waste, and build caring communities by offering nourishment to neighbors. Visit https://endhunger.org/ for the opportunity to donate.
Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter (LAWS):
LAWS’ commitment to provide free and confidential services for anyone who has experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or child abuse. If anyone is aware of anyone in need, share with them the LAWS’ HOTLINE number 703-777-6552. For opportunities to donate to this important community resource, visit https://www.lcsj.org/donate-to-laws/
COVID-19: Loudoun County’s Response:
Pet Pantry Serves Fuzzy Family Members
Loudoun County Animal Services, Loudoun Hunger Relief and the Humane Society of Loudoun County have partnered since 2013 on a pet pantry to help people who can’t afford to feed their dogs and cats. And just like the human food pantry, the pet pantry has seen a surge in demand at the same time that donations and fundraising became more difficult.
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Bishop: Sharma Lewis
District Superintendent: Victor Gomez
Barbara Jennings, Choir Director, bjenncwo@aol.com
380 E. Colonial Hwy
Hamilton, VA 20158
540-338-2937
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