This Sunday, we continue our Red Letter Christians series with Jesus’ call to service. When the disciples begin thinking about status and greatness, Jesus turns their expectations upside down: “Whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant.” Together, we’ll consider what it means to follow the One who came not to be served, but to serve, and how that calling shapes the way we care for one another and our neighbors.

During the 10:00am Sunday School hour, the whole congregation is invited to Casper Holroyd Hall for a conversation with Pastor David. He’ll share how things are going at Hayes Barton, where we are as a congregation, and how God may be calling us forward in the years ahead. There will also be plenty of time for questions.

Sunday's Worship schedule:

• 8:30am – Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)
• 9:00am – LightHouse Worship (Casper Holroyd Hall)
• 10:00am – Join Sunday School (Casper Holroyd Hall)
• 11:00am – Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)

Traveling this weekend? Tune in to our livestreams at 9:00 or 11:00am at hbumc.org/live. Missed worship last week? Follow us on YouTube!

Join us on Wednesday, October 14th for an International Dinner. Enjoy your choice of chimichurri chicken or barbacoa over Brazilian basmati rice, served with a vegetable medley, and roasted black beans. A simple chicken taco bar will be available for children. Register by Monday!

Fall Midday Prayer

Tuesdays

Oct. 13 – Nov. 10 | Noon | Online

Pause in the middle of your day for guided prayer with Pastor Lindsey.

James Bible Study

Wednesdays

Oct. 14 – Nov. 11 | 11am or 4pm

Explore how James connects faith with the way we live each day.

Financial Freedom

Wednesdays

Oct. 14 – Nov. 11 | 6:30pm

Explore a healthier relationship with money, consumer culture, and faithful living.

Christ of the Celts

Wednesdays

Oct. 14 – Nov. 11 | 6:30pm

Explore Celtic Christianity and a vision of faith rooted in original blessing and creation.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 90th Anniversary Weekend, from our morning worship to the wonderful concert and dinner together!

As we look back on 90 years of ministry and look ahead to our next chapter, we want to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who's already made a pledge for 2027!

As of today, 281 households have pledged a total of $1.8M toward our $3.1M goal.

Throughout the Gospels, Jesus’ words call us to lives of love, generosity, compassion, and service. Your generosity helps Hayes Barton live out those words by nurturing faith, caring for one another, worshiping together, and serving our neighbors.

Haven’t made your pledge yet? It’s not too late! Every single pledge matters and helps us plan the year ahead with faith and purpose.

Thank you for helping Hayes Barton Live the Red Letter Life.

Calling All Crafters!

Come join us for our first-ever Bazaar Craft Night on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 5:00-7:00pm. We invite all adult church members to come help us create three unique ornaments that will be sold at our Bazaar Marketplace craft table in November. 

We'll supply the materials, teach you how to make the crafts, and provide snacks. You just need to come ready for fellowship and crafting!

Questions? Contact Brooke Fork or Lora Tripp.

Sunday, November 1 is All Saints' Sunday, a day when we remember our brothers and sisters in Christ who've entered eternal life in the past year. In all three worship services, we'll have a procession of candle-bearers as we speak aloud the names of our departed. Instructions will be provided. Thank you for helping us honor those we've loved who now rest in the eternal arms.

WEE CARE BACKPACK SUPPLIES

For 20 years Wee Care has provided high quality education for preschool children preparing each student for kindergarten and beyond. Wee Care has expanded to 20 children, and we need your support!

Each week Executive Director Laurie Harrell prepares backpacks for the children to allow them to have food on the weekends. We are looking for your support to provide food donations.

The Word Men’s Bible Study

Working on Refining Disciples

Join a community of Christian men committed to Bible study, discipleship, and service. We read through the Scripture sequentially to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ, build vital intergenerational mentoring relationships, and serve our church and world.

• When: Mondays, 6:30 to 8:00pm sharp (Room 348)
• Format: We begin with a confidential check-in for life updates and prayer requests, followed by an engaging, leader-led discussion of the week’s assigned reading using commentary and multimedia.
• Bring: Just your Bible (a study Bible is recommended), honesty, and respect.

Contact Jim Jones to get involved.

You are invited to Hayes Barton's annual Trunk-or-Treat on Wednesday, October 28th! Come dressed in your favorite costume, bring your family and friends, and get ready for a festive night of fall fun, games, treats, and community! You do not need to sign up to come and enjoy the evening. However, if you would like to join us for dinner, we ask that you register ahead of time (signup below).

Here’s the evening lineup! 

• 5:00–6:30pm: Chick-fil-A Dinner in the Fellowship Hall + Carnival Games in Casper Holroyd Hall
• 6:30–7:30pm: Trunk-or-Treating in the Reid Street Parking Lot

Please note: Parents/guardians must stay with their children at all times throughout the event, including dinner and carnival games. Children should not be walking around CHH unaccompanied. Thank you for making sure this is a safe event for everyone!

We are looking for volunteers to cover each of the carnival game stations. If you have youth in need of service hours or just want to lend a hand and make this event a success, please email Meghan. Thank you for considering! 

Do you love working with little ones? Join our caring Nursery team for the 2026–2027 school year! We’re seeking dependable, nurturing team members to care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers during Sunday services, Wednesday evening, and occasional seasonal programming.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to complete required background checks and safety training.

This is a paid ($20/hour), part-time role with on-the-job training and the opportunity to help create a safe, loving, and joyful environment for children and families.

Why you’ll love it:

• Meaningful work with children
• Flexible part-time weekday and Sunday hours
• A fun, supportive team

If interested, please contact Meghan Watson.

Birds & Bees: Preparing for all those … awkward questions.

Join Raising Parents for a four-week conversation about one of those parenting topics we’ve ignored, successfully dodged or know is coming - but may not feel totally prepared for.

Drawing on content from the Birds & Bees curriculum, we’ll talk about how to have simple, age-appropriate conversations with our kids about bodies, sex, and where babies come from in a way that feels natural, honest, and consistent with our faith and family values. We’ll explore practical language, talk through the questions kids actually ask, and learn how to make these conversations an ongoing part of parenting rather than one big, awkward “talk.” No sign up needed!

Dates: October 14 & 21; November 4 & 11, 6:30-7:30pm

Leader: Peyton Stokley

Youth Ministry This Sunday

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11th

• 10am JOY Class (Room 355). We will begin with a large-group assembly and then break up into Middle School (rm. 358), High School (rm. 354), and Confirmation (rm. 348).
• Climate Bears stream clean up @ 3:30pm - meet at Eastgate Park! RSVP to Anna Bickley. Service Hours can be earned!!
• No evening UMYF due to the holiday weekend!

There is a lot going on in the life of our youth ministry! Please visit our Linktree for our full calendar, signup links, and more! Contact Pastor Claire with questions. 

Join us for the annual Youth Yard Sale on Saturday, October 17th from 8:00am to 12:00pm to support our Youth Service Trips!

• Date: Saturday, October 17th
• Time: 8:00am-12:00pm
• Items NOT Accepted: Exercise equipment, broken items, car seats & cribs, and vacuum tube TVs

Donations can be dropped off on Wednesday, 10/14 from 7:30pm-8:30pm, Thursday, 10/15 from 3:00pm-7:00pm, and Friday, 10/16 from 3:00pm-6:00pm.

SUMMER SERVICE TRIP REGISTRATION IS HERE!

Both our middle school (Cross Connection) and high school (Appalachia Service Project, aka ASP) trip registrations are live! Register by January 1.

• Cross Connection: July 11-17, 2027
• ASP: June 20-26, 2027
• Costs: $200 Adults, $450 Students

We hope you'll join us!

Join the UMM for our October dinner featuring ABC11 Sports Anchor Travon Miles. Travon will share stories and insights from his career covering sports across the Triangle.

The Library Guild and Creation Care Team cordially invite you to stop by the church library on Tuesday, October 13th, between 11:00am and 1:00pm for our Fall Open House and Tea.

Browse the Library’s new additions including Bible studies, theology, creation care, literary fiction, puzzles, and more. Chat with the Library Guild and fellow book worms, have a bite to eat, then walk away with an armful of great reads and a beautiful puzzle for a cozy afternoon. We look forward to seeing you!

We’re looking for friendly, welcoming volunteers to help greet callers, answer questions, and lend a hand with light office tasks - especially during the lunch hour.

It’s an easy, meaningful way to connect with our church community, support our staff, and make someone’s day a little brighter!

Come share your time, your smile, and your spirit of hospitality.

Silence is God's first language; everything else is a poor translation.

Thomas Keating

PRAYER CONCERNS  

Zack Anstett

Dorothy Ashworth

Hayns Barringer

Linda & Ron Berra

Ann Bowers

Bill Collins

Robert Faircloth

Dick Fowler

Katherine Fox

Jo Garrett

Pat & Bud Gore

Dorsey Hawkins

Dale Hollar

Trish Holmes

Dianne Hudson

Jo Ann & Nevelle Jones

Chuck Kavcsak

Penny Link

Lynne & Fred Misenheimer

Steve Motter

Chelle Porter

Our seminarian, Owen Ragsdale

Jim Riggins

Sue Robertson

Neil Rudolph

Susanne Stephenson

Theresa & Dick Stevens

Victoria Sullivan

Susan Ward

Dave Welsh

Jennifer Wlodarski

BIRTHS

Wheeler Jones Leneschmidt,

son of Julia and Cole, brother of Palmer:

September 18th

MARRIAGES

Meredith Clayton & Joseph Gillikin:

October 11 

DEATHS

Kermit Williams: August 28 

Sandra Bradley, sister of David Jones: September 28 

ONGOING PRAYER CONCERNS

Our Government Leaders 

Those Affected by Natural Disasters 

Our In-Crowd Members 

Peace in Palestine, Israel, Iran, Haiti, Sudan, and Ukraine

OUR CHURCH LEADERS

Pastors David, Sarah, Lindsey,

Matt, and Claire 

Our HBUMC Ministry Team 

District Superintendent David Joyner

Bishop Connie Shelton