October 2, 2026

Jesus was a master storyteller. He used ordinary things like seeds, money, servants and neighbors to show us the heart of the Kingdom of God. In our new series, Storyteller, we'll step into some of His most memorable parables and discover what they say about faith, forgiveness, generosity and compassion. Sometimes the story Jesus tells is meant to challenge the story we've been telling ourselves.

This week, we ask a simple question: What has God entrusted to you? Two servants put what they were given to work, and one buries his out of fear. The difference isn't how much each one received, it's what they did with it. Join us as we consider the gifts, opportunities, resources and relationships God has placed in our hands.

Trevor Miller, Faith Formation Pastor, will be preaching in the Auditorium for the Contemporary Worship services; Grace Marie Shaw, Worship Arts Pastor, will be preaching in the Sanctuary for the Traditional Worship services.

For those worshiping remotely, you're invited to watch our services online, on Facebook and YouTube.



GO Week

Registration for GO Week opens this Sunday! GO Week is our church-wide movement to take the love of Christ into our local communities. Together with 25 partners and ministries, we’ve created a wide variety of ways to serve, learn and pray, with options for kids, students, adults, senior adults and families. You’ll find opportunities during the day, in the evenings and on weekends, so there’s a place for everyone. Our prayer is that God will use GO Week to strengthen the relationships between our people and our partners and bring Kingdom impact to our community. This Sunday you can visit our website for the opportunities available October 17-25.



Daily Devotionals 4th Quarter

We're in the home stretch of the year, and the 4th Quarter of our 2026 Daily Devotional is now available to download online. Stay unified with our church family as we continue this 365-day journey through Scripture, building Christ-centered habits rooted in our five discipleship rhythms: living faithfully, communally, generously, humbly and missionally. Download your digital booklet or sign up for daily prayer prompts here.

Fall Midweek Classes

As followers of Jesus, we’re called to walk in step with the Spirit, and that happens every day of the week, not just on Sundays. That’s what MIDWEEK is for. There’s a next step for kids, middle schoolers and adults, whether you’re studying Scripture, growing in community or being challenged to become more like Jesus. Our next Fall Classes start next Wednesday, October 7 and run through November 18. Choose from five classes: Pastor’s Study: Practicing the Way, Final Blessings, Fresh Hope for Mental Health, Man Alive for the men and Marriage Reset. Visit mthorebchurch.org/midweek to register.

Blood Drive

Did you know that every two seconds someone in the US needs a blood transfusion? Your blood donation could save a newborn infant, someone bring treated for cancer or someone who has been in a serious car accident. It may be a sister, brother, parent or baby of someone you know. Will you sign up to donate? Each pint donated allows medical teams in our area to save lives!

Community Blood Drive

Mt. Horeb Church | Student Room

Monday, October 12 | 1:00 - 6:00 PM

You can sign up at redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: Horeb

Sisterhood Reset

Are you feeling out of sync, spiritually weary or simply in need of a break from life's constant demands? Join us for a refreshing day of worship, fellowship and renewal at our Women's Reset Retreat on Saturday, October 17, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the Student Room. Designed for women of all ages, this interactive one-day retreat is a chance to reconnect with God, build meaningful relationships and be encouraged in your faith journey.

The day includes heartfelt worship, fellowship and an inspiring message from our mission partner, Lighthouse for Life, a faith-based organization working on the frontlines against human trafficking in South Carolina. They'll share insights about their ministry, stories of hope and ways we can make a difference together. You'll also take part in meaningful discussions on practical, life-changing truths, plus activities that connect women across generations. During our time together, you'll have the chance to support the women served by Lighthouse for Life by purchasing Uber rides for them. A light breakfast and lunch are included.

Space is limited to keep this day personal and impactful, so don't wait! The cost is $20. Click here to register.

Charge Conference

We want to invite everyone to our annual Charge Conference on Tuesday, November 3 at 6:30 PM. The Charge Conference is intended to be more than simply a business meeting. Erik Grayson, our Superintendent of the South Carolina Conference of the Global Methodist Church, will be here to preside as we celebrate the ways God has moved in our midst in the previous year. We will also talk about goals and future plans. We hope to see you there! 

Protecting Our Church Family from Scams

Sadly, scammers sometimes pose as pastors and staff to reach out to church families by email or text. We want you to feel confident about what is really from us. Any email from a Mt. Horeb staff member will come from name@mthorebchurch.org. Our staff will never ask you to buy gift cards or make a purchase of any kind. If a message asks for that, it is not from us.

Whether you are giving, registering for an event or paying for something at church, you can do it through Pushpay. If a message asks you to send money in any other way, such as gift cards, a wire transfer or a payment app, please don't respond.

A few simple habits can help keep you safe:

• Look at the full email address or phone number, not just the name that shows up.
• Be cautious of messages that create urgency or ask you to keep something secret.
• Don't click links or open attachments you weren't expecting.
• Never share passwords, verification codes or banking details by email or text.
• When in doubt, contact the person directly using a phone number or email you already know is theirs.

If you receive a suspicious message that appears to come from our church, please let our office know. We are grateful for you and want to help keep our community safe.

Online Bulletin

If you can't be here on Sunday morning, stay connected through our online bulletin. You can see our weekly financial report as well as a list of needs to pray over. Click here to view our weekly bulletin.