WORSHIP PROCEDURES
Our current Worship procedures are:
- Wearing a mask is now optional
- We have returned to our traditional Communion, normally on the first Sunday of the month
- The congregation and Choir have resumed singing
PLEASE SEE PASTOR DAVID IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS ABOUT THESE PROCEDURES.
Worship
If you haven't returned for in-person worship yet, there is still plenty of space to allow for social distancing. We will continue to stream the service via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/679224800 with passcode 804.
Offering and Tithes
Please bring your offerings to our in-person worship, or mail your tithes and offerings to the church, or you can drop them off with Christina Monday - Friday from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Please see our Giving page for information on our new capability to support online giving.
Music Ministry
MUMC Choir
We invite everyone to consider being a part of our Choir. REHEARSAL TIME - 9:30-9:55 before Worship and 11-11:40 following Worship. Please talk to Kim Chafee or Ruth Eiffert for more details.
Prayer Warriors
Please join the Prayer Warriors Mondays at 10 am in the Sanctuary or online to share your concerns and praises. The Zoom link is https://zoom.us/j/557543762 and the passcode is 804.
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Join us for a heartwarming celebration of the Blessing of the Animals at Memorial United Methodist Church. On Sunday, October 1st, at 3:00 pm, we'll gather in the church's parking lot to honor our furry, feathered, and scaly companions. This cherished annual event is a testament to the deep bond between humans and the creatures that share our lives. It's a time to express gratitude for the joy, companionship, and comfort our pets provide us, as well as an opportunity to seek blessings for their health and well-being.
As we come together in the spirit of unity and love, our faith community embraces all creatures, great and small, recognizing the beauty and sacredness of God's creations. In case of rain, this event will be held in the hallway at the Tree of Life, ensuring that our celebration remains a heartwarming and inclusive experience for all. Join us for a meaningful and memorable service that celebrates the precious gift of animals in our lives.
Join us for a heartwarming celebration of the Blessing of the Animals at Memorial United Methodist Church. On Sunday, October 1st, at 3:00 pm, we'll gather in the church's parking lot to honor our furry, feathered, and scaly companions. This cherished annual event is a testament to the deep bond between humans and the creatures that share our lives. It's a time to express gratitude for the joy, companionship, and comfort our pets provide us, as well as an opportunity to seek blessings for their health and well-being.
As we come together in the spirit of unity and love, our faith community embraces all creatures, great and small, recognizing the beauty and sacredness of God's creations. In case of rain, this event will be held in the hallway at the Tree of Life, ensuring that our celebration remains a heartwarming and inclusive experience for all. Join us for a meaningful and memorable service that celebrates the precious gift of animals in our lives.
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
Sunday, October 1
Blessing of the Animals in the Parking Lot at 3 pm
Thursday, October 5
Nominations and Leadership Committee Meeting for 2024 Positions, Fellowship Classroom & Zoom at
7 pm
Friday, October 6
Game Night in the Fellowship Hall from 4-8 pm
Monday, October 9
The office is Closed for Columbus Day
Saturday, October 14
Memorial UMC Women of Faith meet at 10 am
Sunday, October 15
Potluck Breakfast at 9:30 am
Worship begins at 10 am
Both of these events are in the Fellowship Hall
Admin/Finance meeting after Worship in the Fellowship Hall
Saturday, November 18
Save the date for this Charge Conference meeting.
Sunday, October 1
Blessing of the Animals in the Parking Lot at 3 pm
Thursday, October 5
Nominations and Leadership Committee Meeting for 2024 Positions, Fellowship Classroom & Zoom at
7 pm
Friday, October 6
Game Night in the Fellowship Hall from 4-8 pm
Monday, October 9
The office is Closed for Columbus Day
Saturday, October 14
Memorial UMC Women of Faith meet at 10 am
Sunday, October 15
Potluck Breakfast at 9:30 am
Worship begins at 10 am
Both of these events are in the Fellowship Hall
Admin/Finance meeting after Worship in the Fellowship Hall
Saturday, November 18
Save the date for this Charge Conference meeting.
RECURRING EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
Sunday Services
Sunday Worship, 10:00 a.m.
(Listed Alphabetically)
Bible Study Video Series
Please join us every Wednesday from 7-7:30 pm using the Worship link. We show a short video and have a general discussion about the message presented.
Coptic Church
First Saturday of the month at 9:00 pm
Prayer Warriors
Please join the Prayer Warriors online every Monday at 10 am to share your concerns and praises. The Zoom link is https://zoom.us/j/557543762 and the passcode is 804. Prayer Warriors have started meeting in person, but will also broadcast via Zoom.
United Methodist Men's Meeting
Once a month on the first Sunday at 8:00 a.m.
United Women in Faith Circle Meeting
The first Tuesday of every month:
Lois Lehman at 10:00 a.m.
Ada Mae Bookman at 7:00 p.m.
Women of Memorial Meeting
The second Saturday of the month at 10 am
Sunday Services
Sunday Worship, 10:00 a.m.
(Listed Alphabetically)
Bible Study Video Series
Please join us every Wednesday from 7-7:30 pm using the Worship link. We show a short video and have a general discussion about the message presented.
Coptic Church
First Saturday of the month at 9:00 pm
Prayer Warriors
Please join the Prayer Warriors online every Monday at 10 am to share your concerns and praises. The Zoom link is https://zoom.us/j/557543762 and the passcode is 804. Prayer Warriors have started meeting in person, but will also broadcast via Zoom.
United Methodist Men's Meeting
Once a month on the first Sunday at 8:00 a.m.
United Women in Faith Circle Meeting
The first Tuesday of every month:
Lois Lehman at 10:00 a.m.
Ada Mae Bookman at 7:00 p.m.
Women of Memorial Meeting
The second Saturday of the month at 10 am
FUNDRAISER FOR OUR NEW HEAT / AC UNIT
We are asking for you to help with this fundraiser to help with the expenses of our new heat and A/C unit.
Open the Fundraiser Letter here.
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Your help is appreciated.
We are asking for you to help with this fundraiser to help with the expenses of our new heat and A/C unit.
Open the Fundraiser Letter here.
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Your help is appreciated.
VOLUNTEERS AND HELPERS
Women in Faith Need Volunteers
We need help setting up and serving the JCOC Dinner on Tuesday, May 16. Please see the signup sheet in the Narthex or contact Ruth Bonneville-Miller.
We are looking for Greeters
We are looking for greeters to help us, Welcome Worshipers, on Sunday. We are looking for Greeters in all age groups. If you are interested please let us know.
Altar Flowers
Women in Faith Need Volunteers
We need help setting up and serving the JCOC Dinner on Tuesday, May 16. Please see the signup sheet in the Narthex or contact Ruth Bonneville-Miller.
We are looking for Greeters
We are looking for greeters to help us, Welcome Worshipers, on Sunday. We are looking for Greeters in all age groups. If you are interested please let us know.
Altar Flowers
Please help us make our Sanctuary Bloom during our Sunday Worship. We would love to Honor those you love. There is a flower calendar by the bulletin board in the hallway or let our secretary, Christina, know about it. For information about the altar flowers to be in the bulletin, we need that information two weeks prior.
Please help us make the Sanctuary Bloom on Sundays
Worship in Memory or Honor of those you love. There is a Flower Calendar by the hallway bulletin board. Please let Christina know at least a week ahead to make sure we correctly announce who the flowers are in honor of.
The Food Closet is in need of the following items:
Helping people through the Food Closet is one of our most important ministries. Any funds left on the Altar Rail during Communion will be used for the Food Closet. In addition, you can mark any additional donations for the Food Closet and put them on the offering plate. Small boxes of cereal, oatmeal, and other small meal items are preferred if you want to donate items. We do not need canned vegetables. Please try and find items with low sugar and sodium so we can offer more healthy alternatives.
"Just 1 Mission"
The Missions and Benevolence Team needs:
Lotion (11-14oz),
shampoo (11-14oz),
nail clippers.
Thank you for your contributions
Food Pantry
We have been recognized by the City of Virginia Beach for helping those in need with our Pantry. Thank you to everyone who has donated to help keep it stocked. Any questions ask Bob Russell.
We are in need of the following items for the food pantry (no economy size please).
B.E.A.C.H
Bringing an End to All City Homelessness
The B.E.A.C.H Closet is looking for household cleaning products.
Please help us make the Sanctuary Bloom on Sundays
Worship in Memory or Honor of those you love. There is a Flower Calendar by the hallway bulletin board. Please let Christina know at least a week ahead to make sure we correctly announce who the flowers are in honor of.
The Food Closet is in need of the following items:
Helping people through the Food Closet is one of our most important ministries. Any funds left on the Altar Rail during Communion will be used for the Food Closet. In addition, you can mark any additional donations for the Food Closet and put them on the offering plate. Small boxes of cereal, oatmeal, and other small meal items are preferred if you want to donate items. We do not need canned vegetables. Please try and find items with low sugar and sodium so we can offer more healthy alternatives.
"Just 1 Mission"
The Missions and Benevolence Team needs:
Lotion (11-14oz),
shampoo (11-14oz),
nail clippers.
Thank you for your contributions
Food Pantry
We have been recognized by the City of Virginia Beach for helping those in need with our Pantry. Thank you to everyone who has donated to help keep it stocked. Any questions ask Bob Russell.
We are in need of the following items for the food pantry (no economy size please).
- Can meats: Tuna, spam, Chicken, Vienna sausages
- Can beans: Black, Kidney Beans
- Sauces: Tomato, Spaghetti
- Canned Vegetables: Green Beans, Corn, Carrots, Peas, Mix Veggies.
- Misc: Jelly, Chef Boyardee, Mac and Cheese, Canned Fruit, Ketchup, Mustards, Mayonnaises, Pasta, Instant mash potatoes, Rice
- Breakfast items: Pancake mix, Syrup, Cereal
- Baked Goods: Dry Milk/Evaporated Milk, Instant Jello, Instant pudding
B.E.A.C.H
Bringing an End to All City Homelessness
The B.E.A.C.H Closet is looking for household cleaning products.