Regular Messages from Pastor Steve can be found here:
2020 PLEDGE CARDS: Many thanks to those who have returned your pledge card for 2021. If you have not yet done so, the Finance Committee asks that you take some time soon to prayerfully consider your financial commitment to NUMC for the coming year and return your card to Kathy Franklin in care of the church office. If you have lost your card or did not receive a mailing, please contact Karin in the office and one will be sent to you.
FAITH VILLAGE SUNDAY SCHOOL: For children age 4 through grade 3 we will be offering a prerecorded lesson led by some of our regular teachers. The video will air on our YouTube channel each Sunday morning. There will be a Zoom class for those in grades 4-7 led by Sam Smith on Sundays at 11:30 am. If you are in need of the link for that please email Sam directly at sesmithac@gmail.com. If you haven't registered for Faith Village in the past but would like to participate please email the church office to be included.
CHARGE CONFERENCE: There will be a meeting of the Charge Conference on Saturday, October 31 at 12:30 p.m. at the church. Please note that at the direction of the District Superintendent this is not a Church Conference, so voting will be limited to members of the Church Council and those clergy holding Charge Conference membership. It is an open meeting, so anyone can attend or join by Zoom to observe. The agenda includes approval of Lay Servants and a candidate for ministry, pastor's compensation, and election of Trustees, chairpersons of SPRC and Church Council, Lay Leader, Lay Member to Annual Conference, Treasurer, and Finance Secretary. Other elections and approval of the full budget will be done at a later date.
IN-PERSON WORSHIP GUIDELINES:
*You must make a reservation through eventbrite.com. An email will be sent with the information each week.
*Those needing to use the elevator should enter via the handicap entrance. All others must enter through the tower entrance by Loudon Road.
*The ushers will direct you to a seat after a non-contact temperature check. No one will be admitted with a temperature over 100.4.
*You must wear a face covering over your nose and mouth. There will be masks available.
*Please respect a physical distance of at least 6 feet between yourself and others.
*When you arrive, an usher will direct you to a seat.
*Please remain in your seat throughout the service. Please keep children with you.
*At the end of the service please wait to depart until directed, and immediately exit the building.
*There will be hand sanitizer stations set up for you to use.
*Please do not attend if: you have recently developed fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting; you have travelled to a state included on the NYS quarantine list within the past 14 days; or, if you have had a positive COVID test or have come into contact with someone with COVID-19 within the past 14 days.
*The print-at-home bulletin is available on our website. The prayers and liturgies will also be projected. There will be no hymns at this time.
It’s very important that everyone follows these guidelines in order for us to be able to hold in-person worship. We appreciate your patience, your assistance, and your prayers as we move through this challenging time together.
RED BIRD MISSION: The Red Bird Mission and Clinic in Beverly, Ky has provided ministries in the Appalachian Mountains region since 1921. Today, the need remains critical in the isolated, rural, distressed area. Chronic poverty, lack of jobs, poor housing and rugged mountainous terrain provide obstacles to a fuller life for the residents of this are. Red Bird Mission strives to meet these needs through ministry in five areas: Education, Health & Wellness, Community Outreach, Economic Opportunity, and Community Housing Improvement. And shoe boxes can address the needs of both the Health & Wellness and Community Outreach areas.
There are two different styles of shoe boxes: adult and children.
Items suggested for the adult shoe boxes: (Please mark them as for a man or woman) Comb/brush, shampoo, hand lotion, deodorant, toothbrush and paste, chap stick, full size bath soap, wash cloth, mittens, disposable razors, shaving cream, scarves, hats, nail care supplies, socks and work gloves.
Items suggested for the children's shoe boxes: (Please mark for a boy or girl and the age category: 2-4, 5-9, 10-14) two or three toy items, two or three school items, bar soap, children's toothbrush and paste, shampoo, lotion, wash cloth, comb/bruch, chap stick, mittens, hats, socks, small flashlights, Christian bookmarks, wrist bands and other spiritual items are also appreciated.
Red Bird is asking for small plastic storage containers to be used instead of the shoe boxes, when possible. The plastic containers provide needed dry storage for their clients. Jeanne Chesney has a supply of containers available. They are also collecting gently used clothing that is packed in cardboard boxes and labeled with Ladies, Mens, Boys, and Girls Clothing.
Donation collection ends November 8, 2020.
LITTLE FOOD PANTRY: Our food pantry has seen a steady increase of activity. There have been days where it is stocked in the morning and by evening is nearly bare. We are now seeking volunteers three days a week to inspect, organize, restock and sanitize the pantry box. Any excess items will be stored on a rolling rack in the kitchen. All items need to be checked for expiration dates. Volunteers are asked to use SignUpGenius.com (Little Food Pantry/Blessing Box) to register their availability.
( https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090849acae28a2fc1-little ) If a volunteer does not have a key to the church, please contact Pam Palmer, and arrangements will be made for access. Those who wish to contribute may do so at their discretion when convenient. Non-perishable donations of canned vegetables and proteins, pasta, rice, soup, tuna, pancake mix, cereal, personal care items, feminine sanitary products, baby food, paper products and cleaning supplies are suggested. Kid-friendly, healthy snacks are also encouraged. Any issues or concerns should be sent to ppalmer55@nycap.rr.com .
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: The Prayer Shawl Group has started to meet again on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month starting at 1pm in room 4. There will be no meetings for the months of November and December. Anyone is invited to attend the sessions or may opt to knit or crochet at home. Currently the group is working on making scarves, hats and gloves for the Red Bird Mission collection this fall. Some members are working on prayer shawl squares, baby blankets and prayer shawls as well. All donations will find a home. Please note for those attending in person that wearing a mask that covers the mouth and nose is required.
PRAYER CONCERNS: Prayers for Megan, Donna Buda's niece, and husband, Josh, who prematurely welcomed daughter, Beatrice Shea, on October 11th. There are some complications for both mom and baby; Bryan and Nancy Goddard on the passing of Bryan's mother, Alice; the family of Art Walker on his passing; the family of Sharon Maron on her passing; Archie Maker dealing with health issues; Dennis and Alicia Rizzo dealing with a difficult diagnosises; Piper Toby, she is 10 and is having health issues; Eleanor Loos, recovering from a hospital stay; those recovering from surgery and injury: Pat Loz, Christopher Biggs; those facing challenging diagnoses: Amelia Brennock, Stephanie Sherman, Ann Crocker Lawton, Susan C.; those dealing with ongoing health issues: Donna Lavender; those dealing with addiction and those struggling to manage anxiety and fight depression.
Contact the office to add or remove a prayer request.
UPPER ROOM: Daily Devotionals are available at https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals. If you know of someone who doesn't have internet access and would like a booklet please contact the church office and we will make arrangements to get one to them. There is also an app available for both Upper Room and Alive Now, so you can get them right on your phone or tablet.
Are you or is someone you know in need of financial assistance? The church has received gifts from individual's stimulus checks to use the funds to help those who may be in financial need during this difficult time. If you know of someone who may be struggling to feed their family, pay utilities, or otherwise meet basic expenses, please contact Pastor Steve. If you are interested in adding to this fund please send your gift to the church, attention: Kathy Franklin. All donations and distributions will remain fully anonymous.
Food assistance is available through food pantries throughout the Capital Region. If you or someone you know is in need of food, you can locate a food pantry serving your community here: www.thefoodpantries.org
The NUMC Little Food Pantry is available 24 hour per day/7 days per week for anyone in need of emergency food or personal care items. If you would like to donate simply leave your items in the food pantry cabinet, located in the rear parking lot.
Financial offerings can be mailed to the office, either in your regular offering envelopes or marked "Attn: Kathy Franklin" to P.O. Box 7, Newtonville, NY 12128. The GivePlus app is another option that can be downloaded to either iPhone or Android. Simply search by zip code 12128. For electronic giving on a regular basis, please contact the church office and we will put Kathy in touch with you to set that up through Vanco. We sincerely appreciate your continued financial support.
We thank you for your prayers, your patience, and your support through this challenging time.
FAITH VILLAGE SUNDAY SCHOOL: For children age 4 through grade 3 we will be offering a prerecorded lesson led by some of our regular teachers. The video will air on our YouTube channel each Sunday morning. There will be a Zoom class for those in grades 4-7 led by Sam Smith on Sundays at 11:30 am. If you are in need of the link for that please email Sam directly at sesmithac@gmail.com. If you haven't registered for Faith Village in the past but would like to participate please email the church office to be included.
CHARGE CONFERENCE: There will be a meeting of the Charge Conference on Saturday, October 31 at 12:30 p.m. at the church. Please note that at the direction of the District Superintendent this is not a Church Conference, so voting will be limited to members of the Church Council and those clergy holding Charge Conference membership. It is an open meeting, so anyone can attend or join by Zoom to observe. The agenda includes approval of Lay Servants and a candidate for ministry, pastor's compensation, and election of Trustees, chairpersons of SPRC and Church Council, Lay Leader, Lay Member to Annual Conference, Treasurer, and Finance Secretary. Other elections and approval of the full budget will be done at a later date.
IN-PERSON WORSHIP GUIDELINES:
*You must make a reservation through eventbrite.com. An email will be sent with the information each week.
*Those needing to use the elevator should enter via the handicap entrance. All others must enter through the tower entrance by Loudon Road.
*The ushers will direct you to a seat after a non-contact temperature check. No one will be admitted with a temperature over 100.4.
*You must wear a face covering over your nose and mouth. There will be masks available.
*Please respect a physical distance of at least 6 feet between yourself and others.
*When you arrive, an usher will direct you to a seat.
*Please remain in your seat throughout the service. Please keep children with you.
*At the end of the service please wait to depart until directed, and immediately exit the building.
*There will be hand sanitizer stations set up for you to use.
*Please do not attend if: you have recently developed fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting; you have travelled to a state included on the NYS quarantine list within the past 14 days; or, if you have had a positive COVID test or have come into contact with someone with COVID-19 within the past 14 days.
*The print-at-home bulletin is available on our website. The prayers and liturgies will also be projected. There will be no hymns at this time.
It’s very important that everyone follows these guidelines in order for us to be able to hold in-person worship. We appreciate your patience, your assistance, and your prayers as we move through this challenging time together.
RED BIRD MISSION: The Red Bird Mission and Clinic in Beverly, Ky has provided ministries in the Appalachian Mountains region since 1921. Today, the need remains critical in the isolated, rural, distressed area. Chronic poverty, lack of jobs, poor housing and rugged mountainous terrain provide obstacles to a fuller life for the residents of this are. Red Bird Mission strives to meet these needs through ministry in five areas: Education, Health & Wellness, Community Outreach, Economic Opportunity, and Community Housing Improvement. And shoe boxes can address the needs of both the Health & Wellness and Community Outreach areas.
There are two different styles of shoe boxes: adult and children.
Items suggested for the adult shoe boxes: (Please mark them as for a man or woman) Comb/brush, shampoo, hand lotion, deodorant, toothbrush and paste, chap stick, full size bath soap, wash cloth, mittens, disposable razors, shaving cream, scarves, hats, nail care supplies, socks and work gloves.
Items suggested for the children's shoe boxes: (Please mark for a boy or girl and the age category: 2-4, 5-9, 10-14) two or three toy items, two or three school items, bar soap, children's toothbrush and paste, shampoo, lotion, wash cloth, comb/bruch, chap stick, mittens, hats, socks, small flashlights, Christian bookmarks, wrist bands and other spiritual items are also appreciated.
Red Bird is asking for small plastic storage containers to be used instead of the shoe boxes, when possible. The plastic containers provide needed dry storage for their clients. Jeanne Chesney has a supply of containers available. They are also collecting gently used clothing that is packed in cardboard boxes and labeled with Ladies, Mens, Boys, and Girls Clothing.
Donation collection ends November 8, 2020.
LITTLE FOOD PANTRY: Our food pantry has seen a steady increase of activity. There have been days where it is stocked in the morning and by evening is nearly bare. We are now seeking volunteers three days a week to inspect, organize, restock and sanitize the pantry box. Any excess items will be stored on a rolling rack in the kitchen. All items need to be checked for expiration dates. Volunteers are asked to use SignUpGenius.com (Little Food Pantry/Blessing Box) to register their availability.
( https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090849acae28a2fc1-little ) If a volunteer does not have a key to the church, please contact Pam Palmer, and arrangements will be made for access. Those who wish to contribute may do so at their discretion when convenient. Non-perishable donations of canned vegetables and proteins, pasta, rice, soup, tuna, pancake mix, cereal, personal care items, feminine sanitary products, baby food, paper products and cleaning supplies are suggested. Kid-friendly, healthy snacks are also encouraged. Any issues or concerns should be sent to ppalmer55@nycap.rr.com .
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: The Prayer Shawl Group has started to meet again on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month starting at 1pm in room 4. There will be no meetings for the months of November and December. Anyone is invited to attend the sessions or may opt to knit or crochet at home. Currently the group is working on making scarves, hats and gloves for the Red Bird Mission collection this fall. Some members are working on prayer shawl squares, baby blankets and prayer shawls as well. All donations will find a home. Please note for those attending in person that wearing a mask that covers the mouth and nose is required.
PRAYER CONCERNS: Prayers for Megan, Donna Buda's niece, and husband, Josh, who prematurely welcomed daughter, Beatrice Shea, on October 11th. There are some complications for both mom and baby; Bryan and Nancy Goddard on the passing of Bryan's mother, Alice; the family of Art Walker on his passing; the family of Sharon Maron on her passing; Archie Maker dealing with health issues; Dennis and Alicia Rizzo dealing with a difficult diagnosises; Piper Toby, she is 10 and is having health issues; Eleanor Loos, recovering from a hospital stay; those recovering from surgery and injury: Pat Loz, Christopher Biggs; those facing challenging diagnoses: Amelia Brennock, Stephanie Sherman, Ann Crocker Lawton, Susan C.; those dealing with ongoing health issues: Donna Lavender; those dealing with addiction and those struggling to manage anxiety and fight depression.
Contact the office to add or remove a prayer request.
UPPER ROOM: Daily Devotionals are available at https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals. If you know of someone who doesn't have internet access and would like a booklet please contact the church office and we will make arrangements to get one to them. There is also an app available for both Upper Room and Alive Now, so you can get them right on your phone or tablet.
Are you or is someone you know in need of financial assistance? The church has received gifts from individual's stimulus checks to use the funds to help those who may be in financial need during this difficult time. If you know of someone who may be struggling to feed their family, pay utilities, or otherwise meet basic expenses, please contact Pastor Steve. If you are interested in adding to this fund please send your gift to the church, attention: Kathy Franklin. All donations and distributions will remain fully anonymous.
Food assistance is available through food pantries throughout the Capital Region. If you or someone you know is in need of food, you can locate a food pantry serving your community here: www.thefoodpantries.org
The NUMC Little Food Pantry is available 24 hour per day/7 days per week for anyone in need of emergency food or personal care items. If you would like to donate simply leave your items in the food pantry cabinet, located in the rear parking lot.
Financial offerings can be mailed to the office, either in your regular offering envelopes or marked "Attn: Kathy Franklin" to P.O. Box 7, Newtonville, NY 12128. The GivePlus app is another option that can be downloaded to either iPhone or Android. Simply search by zip code 12128. For electronic giving on a regular basis, please contact the church office and we will put Kathy in touch with you to set that up through Vanco. We sincerely appreciate your continued financial support.
We thank you for your prayers, your patience, and your support through this challenging time.
