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Weekly News & Updates
May 15, 2026
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This Sunday - 10am
On Sunday, we will celebrate Ascension of the Lord Sunday! This date is typically observed on a Thursday, 40 days after Easter. We know that Jesus ascended into heaven and now sits at the right hand of the Father.
Take time to reflect on the completion of Jesus' mission and, with faith, rejoice because He has taken his rightful place in heaven. Please bring someone you care about.
This service, as usual, is open to all-ages.
*The mural is "Ascension." Copyright: https://conta.cc/4u9xhL6
Enter the building at the top of large staircase that faces Stockley Gardens (Rd).
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Pastor's Prayer for the Week
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful
and kindle in them the fire of your love.
Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created,
and you shall renew the face of the earth.
O God, who have taught the hearts of the faithful
by the light of the Holy Spirit,
grant that in the same Spirit we may be truly wise
and ever rejoice in his consolation.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
* Gary Brouwers, Calvin Institute of Christian Worship
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Park One Block from the Arts Festival
This Weekend, May 16 - 17
Get Great Deals on Books
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Grab your new summer reads or some cherished favorites! Our prices can't be beat.
If you park in our lot, you can also get a BOGO coupon for a free book.
Children at our sale can receive one, free children’s book while supplies last.
While you’re inside, feel free to have a seat and enjoy the cool air in our sanctuary.
We are a welcoming bunch of folks.
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We really need more volunteers to help pack up at the end of our event.
Please go to SignUp Genius and select a time slot or to get details.
Cajole your family or friends to help out, too! We need as many people as possible. Young children are welcome to help but must have a guardian present. The shifts are:
* Friday, May 15: set up
* Saturday, May 16: book sale and parking lot help
* Sunday, May 17: parking lot
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Celtic Worship Service This Sunday
The next, monthly Celtic Worship Service at Haygood UMC is this Sunday, May 17, from 6pm - 7pm.
Our Music Minister Nellwyn Beamon will be playing the piano. Enjoy the service at their chapel in Virginia Beach. The service focuses on contemplation with Celtic music, Scripture, and prayer.
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Pentecost Sunday, May 24th
Hallelujah! Pentecost Sunday is coming up on May 24th. We'd love to see a room filled with the color red. So, wear your best red outfit to celebrate the birth of Christianity.
And come ready to make a joyful noise unto the Lord with us! In addition to our choir and Minister of Music Beamon, guest Violinist Chris Taylor and Organist Brad Norris will be here to create an atmosphere of joy and worship.
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Mandatory Meeting this Month
Safe sanctuaries training will be held on Sunday, May 31 at 11:30am. Anybody who has a key fob giving you building access is required to have the training.
Emails have been sent to all on record with a key fob. If you did not get an email, please check your spam folder. We need an RSVP from everybody for food planning and future scheduling.
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Pride Celebration Worship Service
Join us for a Pride Celebration Worship Service at Christ & St. Luke's on Wednesday, June 3 at 6pm.
Some members of our choir will be singing, and Father Charles from St. Andrew's will be preaching! All are welcome as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Episcopal Church affirming that LGBTQ+ people have a full and equal claim to the love, acceptance, and pastoral care of the church.
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Music Ministry
All are welcome to join our Minister of Music, Nellwyn Beamon, in the music ministry of the church.
Contact Nellwyn Beamon, at music@ghentumc.org, if you have any questions or want more information.
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Church Choir
Choir rehearsals are on Sundays from 11:30am to 12:30pm in the choir room upstairs. Our choir will sing on Pentecost Sunday, May 24th.
If you are interested in joining us, please get in touch with Nellwyn. Email address is above.
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Gathering Jam Band
Each 2nd Sunday, all ages are invited to bring an instrument or use one of ours and play along during the gathering part of our service at 9:45am. If you would like the music beforehand, contact Nellwyn. Next Jam Band is Sunday, June 14.
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Organ Music at Ghent
Our Organist Brad Norris plays during our worship services. His next date is Pentecost Sunday, May 24th.
Violin Music at Ghent
Violinist Chris Taylor will play during our service on Pentecost Sunday, May 24th.
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Congregational Care
In response to Christ's call to love one another, we want the members of our congregation to care for one another. In-person visits, prayers, phone calls, and mail are examples of the ways we reach out to one another.
If you would like to volunteer or request a visit for someone, call or email the church office.
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GUMP (Our Preschool)
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GUMP earns $5 for each sale on its GUMP's Spirit Wear Store! Use the discount code WELCOMETOFIDGETY for free shipping on your first order.
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Help GUMP when you buy groceries. Link your Harris Teeter Grocery HT Plus Membership account to GUMP (#5347). Ask your cashier to do it or link it online. For each linked account, Harris Teeter will send GUMP $10! Click this link for details.
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Children are Always Welcome at Ghent UMC
Our Children's Church* takes place each Sunday during our worship service, following the children's message. Children ages 3 through 5th grade meet down the hall from the sanctuary for an age-appropriate Bible lesson and related craft or activity.
Children are welcome to remain in the service and utilize the activity bags in the back of the church.
Our nursery* is available for infants to age 3 beginning at 9:50am.
Our professional workers are CPR certified, and our staff and volunteers are fully background checked.
*Children's church and nursery are optional. You are welcome to keep your child(ren) in worship with you, if you prefer. Activity bags and rockers are in the back of the sanctuary, if you wish to use them.
A baby changing station is in the lobby. Go out the swinging door to the right of our Coffee Station. The changing station is near the staircase.
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Ways to Give
- To give by mail, send your checks to GUMC, 531 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk, VA 23507.
- To give in person, put your donation in a basket on Sunday mornings or take it to the church office during the week.
- Other ways to give include endowments and stocks. For more information, call the church office at (757) 622-2843.
Our giving represents an act of worship in which we thank God for our blessings and acknowledge that everything we have is a gift from God.
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Need to get in touch with us?
The church office hours are Monday - Friday, 9am to 12pm.
757-622-2843 office@ghentumc.org
Click here for the staff's contact information.
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