Here's What's New at Isle of Hope:

175th Anniversary Celebration Volunteer Sign-Up


Our 175th Anniversary Celebration is quickly approaching, and we need your help to make this day special! On May 3rd, we will celebrate this milestone with a beautiful worship service, followed by a picnic brunch under the oaks.


Our brunch will be a potluck and we have created a sign-up form for food. If you're able, please sign up to bring one of the listed food items or your favorite brunch treat!


We will also need volunteers for event set up and clean up. You can help with one of these teams here.


We wouldn't be able to have this event without all of your incredible help. Thank you in advance!

Sunday, April 19 Worship at 9:15 am | Sanctuary


Rev. Josh Roberts

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Cultivating Community through Honesty

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Pastoral Care Response*


Rev. Josh Roberts:

770-891-2578


Rev. Meg Procopio:

912-663-5512


Rev. Jared Wilson:

931-624-1418





*If you are in need of a pastor due to hospitalization, death in the family, or other emergency.

Guatemala Trip Interest Meeting

Tuesday, May 5 at 5:30 pm | IOHUMC


As a church, we believe we’re called to go — to make disciples, to build relationships, and to come alongside the work God is already doing around the world. From November 1-5, we’ll have the opportunity to do just that as we visit our mission partners, Transitions and Christ Child’s Nest, in Guatemala. Our time will be spent serving, learning, and supporting their work in whatever ways are most helpful.


If you’re even a little curious—whether you’ve been on a trip before or this would be your first—we’d love for you to come and learn more. This meeting is simply a space to hear the vision, ask questions, and explore what it might look like to be part of this experience.


Email Sara Fullerton at sfullerton@iohumc.com if you plan on attending.

Weekday Ministries Spring Soiree

Thursday, April 23 at 6:00 pm | Isle of Hope Marina


The Spring Soiree is TOMORROW! It's not too late to Join us for an evening on the bluff benefitting the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church Weekday Ministries!


Prepare to enjoy a delicious dinner catered by Chef Kirk Blaine, live music, and a great silent auction! We are continuing to fundraise for the extensive playground update that took place in Summer 2025, further anticipated playground updates to the infant and toddler area, and a contingency fund for preschool needs. 100% of proceeds go to the Playground Project/ Weekday Ministries Fund.

Student Ministries Update

Our Director of Student Ministries, Alden Fowkes, would love to come cheer on your student!


Email her at afowkes@iohumc.com with your student's sports schedules, play performances, recitals, and art show dates.

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Sunday, April 26 at 5:00 pm |

IOHUMC Green House


What do hobby horses and glow sticks have to do with Jesus? Come to youth on Sunday nights and find out! This Sunday we will continue our series called "Made to Be" where we lean into what it means to be made in God's image.

Graduation Brunch

Sunday, April 26 at 10:30 am | IOHUMC Green House


We will host a special brunch celebrating our graduating high school seniors this Sunday, April 26 during the Sunday School hour. All graduating seniors and their loved ones who plan to attend should RSVP to Alden Fowkes at afowkes@iohumc.com.


Please also let Alden know if you have a student graduating high school or college so we can honor their accomplishments in the bulletin and e-blast. Email Alden the name of your graduate, where they are completing school, their upcoming plans (for high school graduates), and what degree they received (for college graduates).

Other News

One Georgia Unification Plan


The United Methodist Church is proposing to unify the North Georgia and South Georgia Annual Conferences in the One Georgia Unification Plan. Church delegates will vote on this matter in the coming weeks.


You can learn more about this proposed unification at the link below or by talking to your church delegates: Lynn & Bill Hagan, Karen & Fred Daniel, and Bill Daniel.

Contact the church office at 912-355-8527 with questions.

VBS Volunteers


We have tons of excited children registered for VBS, but we still need more volunteers to make sure they have the best week ever.


Please sign up today to make this dream a reality!


Mugs Needed


The Flower Guild requests donations of standard sized (11 oz.) coffee mugs which can be dropped off in the Sacristy. They no longer need vase donations. Thank you so much for your support!

Items Needed for Wesley Food Pantry


The Wesley Community Center Food Pantry is a lifeline for many of our neighbors. Right now, they are currently in need of the following:



  • Peanut Butter
  • Canned Fruit
  • Spaghetti Noodles
  • Rice


Donations can be dropped off in the collection cabinet located in the main hallway near the Sanctuary. We kindly request no donations of canned vegetables at this time.

Pastor's Emergency Fund - Did You Know?


The Pastor's Emergency Fund allows us to care for those in our community who need emergency help to stay afloat. Thank you for the over $3,000 given last week in response! If you haven't had a chance, you can always contribute. Please consider donating to this fund as you feel led.


Did you know that in 2025, your gifts of $9,800 made a huge impact on over 66 people in our community:

  • 47 people kept their power on
  • 11 people kept their water on
  • 6 people kept their gas on
  • And you helped people cover medication costs, recover from housing emergencies, and so much more!


You can always give through our website by following the link below and choosing "Emergency Fund" from the drop-down menu. Thank you!

Upcoming Events

Arts from the Island

Saturday, April 25 at 10:00 am | The Social at Savannah


Join this upcoming Saturday for Arts from the Island, an important missional outreach of Isle of Hope's Music Ministry. Each month, we provide opportunities to sing for and with residents of area nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospice care, and health care facilities.


This week, we will meet at 10:00 am at The Social at Savannah (1 Peachtree Drive, Savannah, GA 31419). All are invited to participate! No rehearsals or musical experience is necessary - all that is required is a willingness to make a "joyful noise!"  


Email Rev. Jared Wilson at jwilson@iohumc.com with any questions.

One & Done Choir

Sunday, April 26 at 8:30 am | Choir Room


This Sunday, April 26, will be a One & Done Choir Sunday. If you would like to sing with the choir, come to the choir room at 8:30 am to learn an easy anthem to share in the 9:15 am worship service. This is a great way to join the choir just for a day!

Blood Drive

Wednesday, April 29 from 10:00am-2:00pm | Sanctuary


We all have something to give—and sometimes, it’s exactly what someone else needs to live. Join us for our Blood Drive on April 29 from 10am– 2pm.


Reserve your spot below or by emailing Sara Fullerton at sfullerton@iohumc.org with your requested time.

Support Isle of Hope United Methodist Church


Your generosity supports worship, outreach, and the ministries that serve our community and beyond. Give online or find other ways to give through the link below.

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