November 6, 2025

Church News

Upcoming Events

  • Nov 8th - DEI Culture Coffee and Conversation - Rodda Hall 10:30 am
  • Nov 12th - LAST DAY to place an order for RISE Board Cider and Donut's fundraiser
  • Nov 15th - Thanksgiving Food Boxes collection and sorting 10:00 am to 12 noon
  • Nov 16th - RISE Cider and Donut's fundraiser PICK-UP
  • Nov 19th - Turkey and Ham collection for the Food Distribution
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Nov 22nd - Community Food Bank of NJ Turkey Drive 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Nov 23rd - Sanctuary Advent Decoration - following worship service
  • Nov 25th - Interfaith Thanksgiving Service - St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Chatham 7:30 pm
  • Nov 30th - Rededication of wooden nativity figurines and set-up on front lawn - following worship service
  • Dec 7th - Cookies for Life - following worship service
 

Prayers from November 2nd

  • For the family of Vahram Kashmanian who passed away on Friday at age 101 years, 4 months and 14 days - NC
  • Of healing for Hilary and Peter as they face health issues.
  • Of healing for the Bennett family and their health issues.
  • For Barbara Plambeck who is recovering after a recent hospitalization.
  • For Mary Kashmanian as she grieves the death of her husband "Kash" who was 101 years old.
  • For Pat B. in hospice care.
 

A message from Doug Bryant

 

Library News

 

You're Invited!

Every Monday evening until the end of November, Pastor Sharon will lead

a weekly small group Bible discussion

Hope to see you there!

 
 

Adult Discussion

In Sunday’s lesson (Luke 20:27-38), the Sadducees question Jesus about the resurrection and marriage to a widow in the afterlife. In Jewish law, a deceased man’s brother is to marry his widow and bear children, so that property is passed to the deceased’s family, which helps ensure security for the widow. By asking an absurd question, the Sadducees appear to be answering their own question! 


Come join our discussion about resurrection in the Asbury Room after worship

 

 Ron Yarger: ryarger01@gmail.com

 

This Sunday’s All Saints Day service at 10:00 a.m. will feature the Covenant Choir singing Elaine Hagenberg’s I Will Be A Child Of Peace. Join us! 


The Chatham UMC Instrumental Ensemble will next perform on Sunday, November 23rd. If you play an instrument and would like to know how to join the ensemble contact Peter Hill, Director of Music Ministry at petepiano@mac.com

 

Book Drive for Africa

Chatham student, Sarah Khan, is collecting gently used children’s and young adult books for Books for Africa, a nonprofit promoting literacy and education in Africa by providing books to schools and libraries across the continent.

Donations can be dropped off at CUMC in the collection box located in the elevator lobby at the back entrance. See flier below for more information about the drive.


For more information about Books for Africa visit www.booksforafrica.org

 

Upcoming Events at CUMC

 

RISE Cider and Donut's Fundraiser

Hello Chatham UMC

We are excited to share that we’ve just kicked off a fall fundraiser! Due to popular demand for Lain's amazing cider and donuts, we’re thrilled to bring back these delightful treats. We’re offering fresh pressed cider and donuts from the wonderful Lain Family in Canisteo, NY. They’ve been such a vital part of RISE for many years, not just by hosting our picnic during RISE weeks but also by lending us their support and resources through the years.

Blessings,

The RISE Board


Click HERE to order cider and donut's online.

 

Turkey and Ham Appeal

Would you like to donate a ham or turkey for a

hungry family at our food distribution?


Please bring it to the Chatham UMC back parking lot on

Wednesday, November 19, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Thank you!

 

Community Events

CHATHAM HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS

Jane Austin's

This modern, lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice gives the classic a fresh, feminine, and playful twist while keeping all the beloved characters intact—with a touch more sass and spice. The story follows the four Bennet sisters in their spirited pursuit of wealthy husbands, but Elizabeth “Lizzy” Bennet stands apart. Sharp-witted and independent, Lizzy refuses to settle for a loveless marriage and delights in mocking the social games around her. When she meets the seemingly cold and arrogant Mr. Darcy, she instantly dislikes him—but as their paths intertwine, Lizzy learns that pride, prejudice, and first impressions can be deceiving, and that true character lies beneath the surface.

Thursday Nov 20 @ 4:30 pm

Friday Nov 21 @ 7:00 pm

Saturday Nov 22 @ 7:00 pm


Tickets must be purchased in advance online at https://chathamsd.booktix.com starting Monday 11/3


FREE for senior citizens

Students $12

Adults $15

 
 
 
 
 

To support the community and ministries here at

Chatham UMC.

Feel free to keep writing checks, or giving through our website, or now through Zelle!

Thank you for your generous support of our community and ministries here at Chatham UMC!

With Gratitude, The CUMC Finance Team

 


Help keep our food pantry and weekly distribution sustained.


 Click Here to donate online!


Want to know more about our Pop Up Pantry and how to help? Check out our webpage.


Or, if you wish, you can contribute directly online by visiting our donation page.

Online Worship Liturgists Needed!


Please sign up to record yourself reading scriptures; this will be a blessing to our online worshiping community. 

Sign up here.

Bread Ministry


The bread ministry is looking for more volunteers to assist in collecting bread from Panera. Please contact the church office for more information.

Communities of Care


If you wish to receive a call, a text or an email from someone at the Chatham UMC community please contact the church office.

Chatham United Methodist Church

460 Main Street

Chatham, NJ 07928

(973) 635-7740

Email: info@chathamumc.org

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