There’s a lot happening at LHUMC this week and throughout October! In this issue, find details about Sunday’s Church Council meeting, learn how children can get involved through Activate, and discover several ways to serve our church and community. We’re also celebrating a meaningful weekend at Bible Camp and a colorful artist talk with our Older Adults Ministry. Read on to learn more about how you can get connected.

THIS WEEK

CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING

Sunday, October 4 | 3 p.m. | Library

ACTIVATE: FAITH & MUSIC

Sundays | 5 to 6 p.m. | Parlor

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

BIBLE CAMP AT GLEN LAKE

Six of our 3rd–5th grade boys spent the weekend growing in faith and friendship at Bible Camp at Glen Lake! A special thank-you to Kevin Harper and Stephanie Campoverde, Director of Children & Family Ministries, for joining them and making it such a meaningful weekend. The boys will share more about their experience during worship this Sunday.

ARTIST TALK WITH SALLY ACKERMAN

Our Older Adults Ministry recently welcomed artist Sally Ackerman for a special conversation about yarn bombing. Attendees enjoyed learning more about this colorful and creative art form and the inspiration behind it.

WAYS TO SERVE

Enjoy fixing things? Have an hour or two to spare each month? Our Trustees team is looking for volunteers to help with repairs and improvement projects around the church.

To join our handy-person list, contact Trustees Chair Jeni Love at lhwildcats@aol.com or Pastor Andy at andyr@lhumc.com.

Our Children’s Ministry is looking for a few caring adults to help make Sunday mornings safe, welcoming, and meaningful for our kids. Whether you prefer supporting behind the scenes or leading a small group, there’s a role that fits your availability and comfort level.

BE AN EXTRA SET OF EYES

Help keep classrooms running smoothly during Sunday School by being present, attentive, and supportive. No teaching or preparation is required, just your presence and care. Serving even once in a while makes a big difference.

LEAD A CHILDREN'S SMALL GROUP

Leading a small group is simple and impactful. You’ll guide a brief discussion using questions we provide, then close with prayer (no prep needed). A commitment of just two or three Sundays per semester helps create consistency and community for our kids.

Our partners at Feed Lake Highlands provide food and other essentials to neighbors living on fixed or limited incomes. You can support this important ministry by donating needed items, volunteering, or making a financial gift.

DONATE ITEMS

Shelf-stable donations may be placed in the collection bins in the LHUMC Narthex anytime. Frozen meat and other donations may be delivered to The New Room (10061 Whitehurst Drive, Suite 100) on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Current needs include frozen meat (no pork, please), shelf-stable juice, peanut butter, canned chicken and tuna, family-sized cereal, canned fruit, paper products, personal and dental hygiene items, and cleaning supplies.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteers are needed to receive and organize donations on Tuesdays and help prepare and distribute food on Wednesdays. Most shifts are approximately two hours, with several times and roles available.

Minors ages 6–15 must serve alongside a parent or guardian, and all volunteers under 18 must submit a minor volunteer waiver.

MORE WAYS TO SERVE

There are many other ways to support the ministries of LHUMC. Current opportunities include:

• Serving on the Sunday hospitality team
• Contributing diapers and baby essentials to Seeds of Support
• Helping with childcare during Seeds of Support Friday morning classes

STAY CONNECTED