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Prayers for our First Responders

"So let us not grow weary in doing what is right, for we will reap at harvest time, if we do not give up."  --Galatians 6:9

This Sunday again will be our First Responder Sunday and September 11th recognition.  As a church at the crossroads of Town Hall with the police department and the fire department and rescue squad across the street, just how important our first responders are to a community.  We know as a community that experienced a school shooting what it's like for other communities like Apalachee High School when a shooting happens.  And we know how much of a toll it takes on the hearts and minds of those who put themselves in harm's way. 

This year as a gift to our First Responder organizations, we are offering the book, Bulletproof Spirit, Rev. Ed.:  The First Responder's Essential Resource for Protecting and Healing Mind and Heart by Dan Willis and Donald Bostic along with a community resource kit that will be blessed in worship on Sunday.  I commend it to you as well.  

Join me in praying for our First Responders in preparation for Sunday's service:

Gracious God, You know that first responders ride an emotional roller coaster and even when their efforts are successful, the things they see and do take a heavy toll emotionally. Please guard their hearts and minds. Restore their mental and emotional resources when they have been depleted. And let them not become weary in their good work (Galatians 6:9), in Jesus name, amen.   (Prayer by Bob Hostetler, Guideposts.org)

Pastor Mary

Worship Notes from Pastor Mary

Hello everyone!  Happy Friday!  Grace and Peace!

September Worship will be at 10 AM - We are extending our 10 AM worship service time through the month of September.  One item on the agenda for our September Council meeting (Monday, September 16th at 7:00 PM) will be to discuss our 10 AM worship time and make a decision for worship time going forward.  If you have any additional comments, we will receive these through Sunday, September 15th.  Please direct them to the Worship Committee, Carolyn Van Dyck, Chair.

Upcoming Worship 

THIS Sunday, September 8th, will be our First Responder Sunday and 9/11 Remembrance. We have invited members of the Bridgewater Police, Fire, Rescue Squad, and Bridgewater Campus Police to join us in worship.  We will recognize and thank them for the important work that they do in our community.

NEXT SUNDAY, September 15th we will welcome our college students back!  For fun, wear your college shirts or college colors for either your school or a school team you support!  We will recognize our college students in worship.  Don't forget our Steel Candey Brass Band Concert that night at 6 PM.  Hot dog cookout starts at 5:15 PM.  See poster below.

Coming Sunday, September 22nd our guest speaker will be Jomo Johnson, our new DUMBUM Youth Director!  Pastor Mary will be away. 

We are praying that all of the events and activities will be uplifting to you, your family, friends, and our community as we together lift Jesus high and spread his name and his love to all that we meet.  

We welcome you to join us this Sunday in person or online!  You can access our live stream from the website (www.bridgewaterumc.com).  Click on "Sermons" and then "Live Steam."  You may also join us directly on YouTube at Bridgewater UMC Virginia and click on the LIVE tab.   

To God by the Glory!  Pastor Mary

Joys and answered prayers

Karen Chamblee is doing much better

We give thanks for God's grace and mercy

Prayers of sympathy for the family of:

Jack Cagle, friend of Jim and Judy Tongue

Current Prayer Concerns

For peace and civility in our country and in the world, for all humanity.  For peace in the Middle East and Ukraine.

For the United Methodist Church and BUMC - its community service, its leaders  and its future.  For all churches around the world.

For our nation and all those in government.

People affected by natural disasters and for those helping them

For BC and all college students, especially those needing financial aid.  For those making decisions on financial aid.

For all students, teachers and administrators in our schools.  New teachers and staff at Rocktown HS.

For those with cancer and other illnesses and for their caregivers

For the health of our senior church family

For safe travels this summer and for those on summer vacations

For our children and grandchildren and our families and friends

For all of the active duty members of our armed forces, military veterans and for our first responders.

For families dealing with depression, anxiety, mental health and addiction

 For healing and grace for families who are struggling or estranged

Faye Bentz

Scott Ridder

Ongoing Prayer Needs of our Congregation

Danielle Bennington

Harold Burkholder

Grace Fishback

Joanne Fisher

Betty Foley

Glen Goetz

Henry and Dorice Graham

Rodney Hildebrand

Deidra Hill

Bob Holden

Anna Keller

Barbara Kiracofe

Doris MacDaniel

Ray Michael

Shirley Michael

Rev Luther Ramsey

Karen Ridder

Joanne Simpkins

Vic Taylor

Nancy Thomas

Marcia and Gary Tyeryar

Donald Usry

Greeters 

Jim & Judy Tongue

Ushers

Taylor Family

Reader

Ed Craun

Audio Visual

Marc Craun

Acolytes

Taylor Family

Sanctuary Servers

Bill & Sara Walton

Helpers Needed for Concert

Set Up Crew - 30 mins after worshipset up 2 tables & 30 chairs, etc.

2) During the Concert
Receive donations, answer questions, invite folks to worship & events
We have cooks & dinner servers --additional hands welcome!

 3) Clean Up Crew - 30 minutes after the concert - general clean-up

Sign up sheet in the hallway at church OR call the office 540-828-0890 or email Michelle at adminasst@bridgewaterumc.com   Lets let our light SHINE!

Thanks so much to our congregation for supplying school supplies for our OCC boxes this year.  We made our goal of 100 of each item!

In September, we will concentrate on the hygiene items that go into our boxes for children.  We need:

              53 bars of soap

               63 combs

               72 toothbrushes

               74 toothbrush holders

               86 soap holders

               78 washcloths

              100 pairs of socks - various kinds, colors, boy or girl

We appreciate your support of this important church project!

Join us on September 12th from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at Bridgewater for our Youth Group and Meal. It's a great opportunity to enjoy a meal together and engage in meaningful discussions. Before the meeting, we encourage everyone to read the "7 Things Every Teenager Should Know" to prepare for our conversation and lesson. Please RSVP Via Text to 240-3218-5847. Find lesson plan here:

SCAVENGER HUNT COMETH!
On September 21st, we have an exciting Saturday planned from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, including a hike, scavenger hunt, milkshakes, and a movie. Its going to be a fun-filled day, and were looking forward to seeing everyone there. The next day, September 22nd, Joe will be preaching, and well have an ice-cream social after church. 

DAYTON DAY FUNDRAISER: OCTOBER 5TH

Looking ahead, Dayton Day is on October 5th, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, where we'll be making and selling soup. We need at least 10 volunteers for 3 two-hour shifts, so please select a time and come help out! We're also calling on college students to volunteerthis is a great opportunity for discipleship and making a difference.

CONCERT INVITE: SEPT 15TH
Additionally, we invite all teens and parents to the Steel Candey Brass Band Concert on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 6:00 pm at Bridgewater UMC, 219 N Main Street, Bridgewater, VA 22812. Spend an exciting evening with Steel Candey, a 13-member band of gifted musicians from Bridgewater College, who have received rave reviews for their local performances. The concert will be held on the church lawn (rain location inside). A dinner of hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be served starting at 5:15 pm. Your free will offering will support those with immediate needs. Learn more and join us for this wonderful event!

FINALLY:

We know its early, but if you are interested in your teen going on the November 22-24 VAUMC Retreat, please contact DumBumYouth@gmail.com to learn more.

Thanks,      Joe       240-328-5847

The Society of St. Andrew thanks you!  Your gift is already helping our hungry brothers and sisters!  Thank you for your $600 gift.  Already, your gift provided health and hope while putting healthy, nourishing food on the tables of individuals and families who are struggling to get by.  Partnering with The Society of St. Andrew, you engage volunteer gleaners in hands-on mission and service; you help send truckloads of fruits and vegetables to areas where they are most needed; you support local feeding agencies in every area of the country; and you reduce food waster -- all as you follow Jesus's command to feed the hungry.

Hi, kiddos and family! Joey here! Thank you for joining and welcoming me to our Children's Ministry! I just wanted to share what is coming up for us!

Sunday, September 22, 11 AM:  Fall Art & Pizza

11:00 am - 12:00 pm, fall art, cards, and Dominos Pizza!  

Come out as we make fall posters to decorate our Church, make cards for people on our Prayer List, and eat some Dominos Pizza together!

Saturday, October 12: Potato Bar Dinner & Cider & S'mores

Before the Church Cider & S'mores event, kids and family are invited to come to a baked potato bar dinner in the Fellowship Hall! Kiddos will get to help serve family members at our baked potato bar, and then enjoy the meal themselves! Then, everyone is invited to go out and enjoy Cider & S'mores!

Bridgewater Community Halloween, Sunday afternoon at Oakdale Park: (date TBD)

The Children's Ministry Team and Pastor Mary will be teaming up to wear costumes and host a table where we can pass out candy to community members! Our kiddos can walk around the track to get candy and then help pass some out at our table if they want!

Looking ahead to our Children's Program for Christmas!

We will be having our Children's Christmas Program as part of a Service for a Sunday in Advent. We will rehearse with the kiddos during the Sunday School hour for a few of the weeks in November and early December, leading up to Christmas. More details are coming!

Thank you, and may God bless us, everyone!  Joey

Happy Birthday to:

8 - Eleanor Snook

8 - Wrenn Snook

9 - Kevin Early

9 - Stephanie Higgs

10 - Joey Capuano

10 - Donald Bowman

10 - Carolyn Hill

12 - Ryan Canada

13 - Dennis Hohenstein

14 - Madelyn Gilkeson

Happy Anniversary to:

14 - Brockie & Mary Hall

**Please Note the time change for Worship & Sunday School in September**

SUN  First Responder Sunday & 9/11 Remembrance

             9 AM Sunday School for All Ages

             10 AM WorshipCooperating While Building

              7 PM Youth Check-in Zoom Call

TUE      5:30 PM Worship Committee Meeting (Library)

WED     9:30 AM Prayer Team (Library)

             6 PM Handbell Practice

             7 PM Choir Rehearsal

THU   10 AM Nurture Committee Meeting (Library)

           3:30 PM Staff Meeting (Library)

           6:30 PM UWF Fall Board Meeting

NEXT SUNDAY

          9 AM Sunday School for All Ages

         10 AM Worship - Welcome Back College Students

          Wear college shirts & colors

          5 PM Faith Bible Class Picnic (Wildwood Park)

          6 PM Steel Candey Brass Band Concert

                           (dinner starts at 5:15 PM)

Bridgewater UMC is making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world!  

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Bridgewater, VA 22812

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