As followers of Christ, we Seek others in our community, Serve their needs, Grow in the love of Christ, and Connect with each other

Pastors' Points: Towards the end of Jesus' life, the Pharisees were actively plotting to find a reason to have him killed. Our text this Sunday focuses on one of the more ... controversial questions the Pharisees asked Jesus.

The question of paying taxes.

They were hoping that Jesus would respond in a way that would make Rome angry OR in a way that would make the Jewish people angry. He does neither, but rather leaves us with a statement that confounded the Pharisees then and still confounds us today.

"Render unto Caesar what is Caesar's and unto God what is God's."

The question we will explore on Sunday is "What is God's?" Jesus doesn't explain, and that's on purpose.

Are we giving God what is truly God's? Or do we give Caesar what is rightfully God's?

Looking forward to sharing and seeing you on Sunday!
Pastor Emilee

Spots are going fast! Visit the FUMC “Upward Basketball” page for details and to register before we fill up.
Price is $112 per child(no sibling discount this year, but scholarships are available; please contact us for details)

Click on the image to go to our ministry page!

WE ARE EXCITED! Get Ready for the Church Bazaar NEXT WEEK!! 🎨✨
Friday, October 23rd from 6- 8 PM, and Saturday the 24th from 8:30 – 2:30 pm!

Come and bring a friend to discover unique handmade crafts, delicious baked goods, holiday décor, plants, and wonderful gifts for everyone on your list! Shop, celebrate, and support our community—all proceeds go directly toward benefiting the ministries & facility needs of FUMC.

Please be sure to check out both the wreaths and the baskets available for bidding. There is an opening bid of $30 for each of the wreaths hung throughout the church and bids should be raised in increments of $5. The baskets will be on a table in the Gathering Space on Sunday mornings, and the wreaths are in the hallways!

Contact Sherry Hession (hessioncl@gmail.com) or Mona Lamb (mamalamb49@gmail.com ) with questions!

FUMC FALL BAZAAR!
OCTOBER 23 & 24!

Ecumenical Prayer Walk

Shiloh Baptist (New Site) and Trinity Episcopal are organizing a prayer walk downtown and inviting all of the downtown churches to participate. We will meet at Shiloh Baptist tomorow, Saturday, October 16 from 9AM-11AM. We will walk about a mile and stop along the way to pray for our churches and community. Come and cover our town with prayers and love, while meeting new brothers and sisters in Christ.

You've heard about Micah's Jeremiah Community, now come see a Jeremiah Community Prototype to step inside what the homes for our neighbors will look like! Clay Murray will be hosting on Sunday, 10/25, from 12PM to 2PM so you can tour and ask questions.

Micah All Saints' Day vigil & remembrance service 10/29/26

Join us on the Green for this All Saints' Day Neighborhood Remembrance Service. This is an important community event that gives us a chance to set aside time to remember those from the Micah community who have passed away in the last year.

All Saints Choral Scholars Benefit Concert & Luncheon

Join us on Sunday, November 1st, for an incredible benefit concert supporting our Choral Scholars program, featuring soprano Kelly Curtin and tenor Aurelio Domínguez. Praised by Opera News for her "crystal-clear soprano", Ms. Curtin will take the stage alongside Mr. Domínguez, a versatile tenor whose career spans appearances with the Washington National Opera, film, and regional stage. Don't miss this extraordinary afternoon of music—attend to experience two exceptional local artists while directly investing in the future of our youngest choir members. Lunch & concert in Kobler Hall.

Help Baby Henry's family!

Congratulations to our Praise Band Leader, Tom Pinney, and his family on the arrival of their new baby! To bless them as they adjust to life as a family of four with two children under three, a meal train has been set up. If you can help, please take a moment to review the schedule and sign up for an open date.

MEAL TRAIN FOR TOM

Children's & Youth Notes

This is NEXT Sunday! Make sure you get signed up or talk to Liz for a spot to help in worship!

We're planning for a lovely morning in worship on OCTOBER 25th!

Parents - Please check this sign-up and see what your child could help with during the service! Many hands make light work, gives back to the church, and creates a lovely worship service!

Questions? reach out to Ms. Liz

Youth Ministry Email Update

Hello parents! We have lots of moving parts this month, so let's get into it. Most importantly, if anyone has any specific questions please reach out! Also, No Youth Worship this Sunday because we're heading to Belvedere Plantation! PLEASE RSVP if you intend to come/drop a youth!

Your Help Matters: Keep Our Food Pantry Partnership Alive!

We need two drivers every Monday to retrieve food donations from BJ’s. Without consistent weekly volunteers, our pantry risks losing this vital partnership. If you can help, please sign up at THIS LINK (also on our COME SERVE webpage) . POC Susan Bixby

October schedule is open!

Help pass out bagged lunches to our neighbors at the fellowship hall kitchen door on Wednesdays from 11:30 - 1 pm!

A smile and willing hearts and hands are all it takes!

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Food Pantry Amazon list

Don't forget that a SUPER easy way to donate needed items for the Food Pantry is checking out our Amazon Wish List, and getting it delivered directly to church!

Link locations to things you need! (click on the graphics above)

UWF Green Team Tip of the Week: “Faith in Action”

Food is a necessity and has gotten very expensive. Growing food can also affect our environment, and preventing food waste can save us money and reduce pollution. Here are five ways to keep from wasting food.

1. Plan ahead before buying groceries. This helps you avoid buying things you don’t need.

2. Store your food properly.

3. Use your freezer to extend shelf life and to save cooked food.

4. Read “Best by” labels to be sure that food is still good to eat. Also use your senses.

5. Plan a day each week or so to serve a smorgasbord of leftovers. You can use up food that is left over, and you won’t have to cook that day.

Fredericksburg UMC

308 Hanover Street

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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