LORD'S ACRE

Saturday, October 12, 10am-3pm

Gather the family for a fall event y'all won't want to miss! Saturday, October 12th from 10am to 3pm, AUMC will host our annual Lord's Acre, including food, vendors, silent and live auctions, children's activities, and more! Money raised at the event supports the missions and ministries of Aledo UMC.  Follow us on our Facebook page to stay in the loop! 

To ensure the event is a success, we need volunteers! If you are able, please volunteer 2 hours of your time to help the event run smoothly. Click here to sign up.

TRUNK OR TREAT

Wednesday, October 30, 6-7pm

It's time for our annual Trunk or Treat! Bring your children dressed in their costumes, and let them walk through the parking lot collecting candy. It's a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween!

We also need families to decorate trunks and hand out candy, and we are accepting donations of candy. Please email Teresa to help.

THIRD GRADE BIBLE RETREAT

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 9-11am

Each fall, we continue the Methodist tradition of presenting all of our 3rd grade students with a Bible of their very own. As their faith family, we are excited to provide this age-appropriate Bible, and our prayer is that this gift will help them grow deeper in their relationship with God. All 3rd graders are encouraged to attend the Bible retreat on Saturday, November 9th from 9-11am in the MAC, and their Bibles will be presented Sunday, November 10th at 10am.



Sign up is necessary so we can have their name in their Bible. Email Teresa Chisum with your 3rd grader's given name.

AUMC WOMEN'S MINISTRY SOCIAL

October 17, 6:30-8:30pm, Quad

Join us for a fun "Hocus Pocus" themed night. Bring your favorite Halloween snack to share, along with a comfy lawn chair and/or blanket for some backyard movie fun! Drinks and popcorn provided. Costumes are encouraged, and there might be a special treat for those who dress up!

MIRACLE LEAGUE OF PARKER COUNTY

October 19, 9am-12pm, 2308 Tin Top Rd, Weatherford

AUMC Fellowship of Men and their families are invited to serve with Miracle League. We need 20 volunteers to act as "Buddies" to players with disabilities, helping them bat, field, and run the bases. Sign up at the Connection Center or contact Mayo Tubbs at 817-965-3573. For more information about Miracle League, click here.

ADULT MISSION TRIP

October 20-24, Disaster Relief Center, Conroe

The Mission Center in Conroe, responds to natural disasters and homelessness with pre-assembled kits that serve immediate needs. If you would like to help, please join us October 20th-24th in Conroe. There is no fee; individual expenses include hotels, gas, and meals. Sign up at the Connection Center. Deadline to register is October 6th or when the team is filled. For more information email Alicia Henze or Peggy Badlato.

We are also accepting donations of supplies. Click here for our Amazon wish list.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUNG MEN'S RETREAT: RISE UP

November 9-10, Quad

All high school young men are invited to participate in a great overnight event on the Quad grounds! Together, you will enjoy faith-based small group activities, praise and worship, delicious food, and lots of fun, while gaining tools to help you RISE UP as amazing men of God. $10 includes activities, food, and a t-shirt. Check in begins at noon Saturday, and students will attend the 9am worship service Sunday. Bring your Bible, a sleeping bag and pillow, and change of clothes. Invite a friend and join us! Register by October 23 to receive a shirt. Contact Mrs. Reynolds for more information or to register.

FALL AT THE QUAD

Mark your calendar for these upcoming events!

• Wednesday evenings 4:30-7pm, meet at the Quad for fellowship, dinner with your church family, and Bible study. Our new study Feed the Dog by Brock Gill begins October 9. No Quad October 30; join us at Trunk or Treat!
• Sunday Fundays: 5-7pm, Quad (No Sunday Funday October 13)
• October 12, 10am-3pm, Lord's Acre - Youth volunteers needed!

Contact Shannon Reynolds with questions, and stay tuned for more youth activities!

JAVA & JESUS

Thursdays, 9:00-11:00am, Gathering Room

Ladies, be a part of Java & Jesus! Java & Jesus is a group for busy moms that focuses on becoming the women God created us to be. Our current study is a 5-week study by Trillia Newbell called Fear and Faith: Finding the Peace Your Heart Craves. Invite a friend and join us! No reading required; nursery provided. For more info, contact Trudy Smith.

MEN'S DEVOTIONAL BREAKFAST

Mondays, 7:30am, MAC Center



Men, start your week with a brief devotional, led by David Stubbs. Burritos and coffee will be served. This is an opportunity to meet new people and decompress. The goal is for those not retired, to get back on the road by 8:15, at the latest. A donation of $5 is asked to cover the cost.

MANNA ROOM FOOD PANTRY

If you would like to help feed our neighbors, we are currently short of the following items:

Vegetable soup

Canned pears

Peanut butter (16-18 oz.)

Spaghetti (12-18 oz.)

We appreciate your faithful support of this ministry! Please no glass jars, bottles, or other breakable containers, and we cannot accept items past their expiration dates. Donations may be placed in the marked bin in the Narthex. Thank you!

SUPPORT GROUPS FOR AREAS OF LIFE

Our groups are open to adults in our community who are experiencing daily challenges.

• Alzheimer's Support Group & Kaleidoscope - meets the second Thursday of each month at 1:00pm.
• Cancer Support Group - meets the second Tuesday of each month
• Caring Hearts/Stephen Ministers - offer compassionate and confidential prayer, support, and encouragement

For more information on any of these groups go to our Ministry Page at CLICK HERE.