District Update 1 AUG 2018
Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life.
Whoever comes to me will never be hungry,
and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
John 6:35
Prayers
> For DS Jill Colley Robinson, who is recovering well and grateful for the many ways you have expressed your care and concern for her. She hopes to return to her busy schedule in a week or so!
> For Sharlene Mann, wife of Pastor Keith Mann (Sandgate UMC), whose recovery from surgery is slow and requires her to remain in therapy for several more weeks.
District Prayer Calendar
Week of AUG 5
Montgomery UMC - Bonnie Hovermann
Trinity UMC (Montpelier) – Yunki Kim
Moretown UMC – Shirley Nolan
United Community Church of Morrisville – Marisa Laviola
Updates
Would you like some help planning Laity Sunday this year?
The date for Laity Sunday is October 21 so let’s start planning on SATURDAY, AUGUST 25, 2018 at 9 AM at Faith UMC, 899 Dorset Street, South Burlington.
This is meant to be a planning session for anyone who is responsible for ~ or would like to plan ~ their Laity Sunday worship service. Lay Leaders who aren't necessarily involved in other Conference areas are invited to attend. This will be a time to gather ideas and learn about resources available to help with planning the day.
District Lay Leader Tricia Waldron would like to hear from you if you plan to attend so we’ll know how many handouts to copy. Please send her a note at twvt78@gmail.com.
Bishop’s Day to Celebrate Mission in the District
Plan to come to the Shelburne United Methodist Church on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2:00 - 5:00, for a shared celebration with Bishop Sudarshana Devadhar.
Join us for a time of worshipful work that will be a celebration of mission shares, mission trips, and mission efforts. Several groups from around the district will speak about their variety of missions (local, national, international).
Come be inspired and return home with new ideas for your local church!
Clergy Spouse Retreat
The Preachers' Aid Society (PAS) invites all New England clergy spouses to a Clergy Spouse Retreat on Saturday, November 17 - 9:00 am-5:00 pm.
The event will be held at Newbury Court in Concord, MA. A small registration fee of $25 includes lunch. To register call the PAS office at 207-467-3246 or visit www.preachersaid.org. Limit of 24 participants. DETAILS
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Is Someone You Know Attending the University of Vermont?
Do you have a loved one attending the University of Vermont this fall?
Many youth leaving for college are both excited and a bit apprehensive. New challenges confront those living away from home for the first time. Time management, homesickness, developing effective study habits, stress caused by student debt or sickness, and increased exposure to alcohol and drugs in a university setting can all take their toll.
Make sure your loved ones are aware of Pastor Joe Cotner, and the Cooperative Christian Ministry (CCM) on campus as they seek to handle their college difficulties and feel a need to share in fellowship with other students and “explore higher meaning” during their educational time at UVM.
CCM at the University of Vermont is an ecumenical ministry supported directly by the United Methodist Church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, The Episcopal Church, the United Church of Christ, the Presbyterian Church, USA and the American Baptist Church.
Website: CCM at UVM, email: ccm@uvm.edu
Pastors: Schedule Your Annual Interviews Now
Pastors, please email vmtdistrict@neumc.org with your preferences for your one-on-one interview with DS Jill Colley Robinson: One-on-ones.
Dates with some available times are:
Tuesday, August 14, Middlebury
Wednesday, August 15, Middlebury
Wednesday, August 22, Faith UMC, South Burlington
Thursday, August 23, Hedding UMC, Barre
Tuesday, August 28, East Arlington Federated
Thursday, August 30, Rutland area
Wednesday, September 5, Hedding UMC, Barre
Wednesday, September 12, WRJ area
Please consider having your interview in Middlebury.
The Pastoral Conversations are now due – they can be emailed to vmtdistrict@neumc.org.
Advanced Retreat Leadership training
Advanced Retreat-Leadership training will be offered Thursday November 1 – Saturday, November 3 at the Stoweflake in Stowe, Vermont.
This training is recommended for anyone who has attended previous retreat leader trainings or has some experience in leading retreats or other spiritual formation experiences. It is facilitated by Dr. Susan MacKenzie.
Learn more and register
Robin Mark Worship Concert in NH
The North Haverhill UMC (NH) will be hosting a Worship Concert by Robin Mark at the church the on Friday, September 7th, 2018. The evening will feature a pre-concert chicken cookout at 5:30 PM followed by worship and music at 7:00 PM.
Robin Mark is a Northern Irish Christian singer, songwriter, worship leader, and recording artist whose best-known songs include "Days of Elijah", "Revival", "All for Jesus."
Tickets are limited and selling quickly. DETAILS
UMFCU Summer Newsletter
The United Methodist Federal Credit Union's Summer Newsletter is available. Click here for the latest from the UMFCU.
Abundant Health Hulapalooza
Did you see how St Paul’s UMC in St Albans promoted Abundant Health with a Hulapalooza?
READ about it and view the photo album!
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District Events
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Shelburne UMC: Bishop on the District.. Let’s celebrate the mission ministries in our district!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 9:00 – 11:00: HUB Kit Party at Trinity UMC, Montpelier. All are welcome to come and assemble hygiene kits. Donations of hand towels, wash cloths, soap, nail clippers, band aids and gallon zipper plastic bags especially needed are. Click here for the specific details of the items.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 9:00 - noon: Consultation at Covenant Hills: please join the conversation on how to make Covenant Hills a vital ministry into the future.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 9:30- 3:00: District United Methodist Women, Day Apart at Northfield UM Parish. Mary, Martha, & Me. Come and look in new ways at the Mary and Martha in each of us.
Local Church Updates
Items listed here are also included on the District Local Church Events Webpage. Send information to vmtdistrict@neumc.org.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5, 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Annual Outdoor Worship at Hoyts landing, Charlestown Rd, Springfield, VT, on the Connecticut River. Hosted by the Springfield United Methodist Church (10 Valley Street, Springfield). For more information call 802-885-3456.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 7:00 p.m.: Ernie & Jason Couch - Revival Concert at the Montgomery United Methodist Church (20 Fuller Bridge Road, Montgomery Village, VT). This is a father and son duet from Nashville, TN, who travel around the country. Come and enjoy. (The church is now air-conditioned!) By donation.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11, 5:00-6:00 p.m.: Free Community Supper at the Springfield United Methodist Church (10 Valley Street, Springfield, VT). Free 2nd Saturday Supper. Menu: hot dogs, coleslaw, pasta salad, beverage and dessert. Everyone is welcome! For more information call 802-885-3456.
NOW – AUGUST 10, Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:00, Wednesdays, 11:00- 3:00, and Saturdays 9:00 – 2:00: Bag Sale at Clouds of Clothes Thrift Store at the Highgate Methodist Community Center (3327 Rte 78, Highgate Ctr, VT). Fill a small bag for $3 and a large bag for $6 – great for school shopping!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11: Springfield’s Sidewalk Sale – The United Methodist Church (Springfield) will be joining downtown vendors in this sale. We will have homemade baked goods, plus additional items for sale. Stop by and see what we have to offer or just say hello. Hosted by the Rev. Gerry Piper and the United Methodist Church 10 Valley Street, Springfield, VT. For more information call 802-885-3456.
District Office Schedule
Week of August 5
Jill: returning to work mid-week
Evie: In the office Monday – Thursday, 8:30 – 3:45.
To have a notice included in an Update, email vmtdistrict@neumc.org.
Previous District Updates are available on the website.
