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Devotion for this Week

Prayers for Veterans and all affected by Hurricane Helene

 Read Psalm 27

Good early morning, everyone!  I am up for the early wake up call to head off with Honor Flight to honor local veterans and see some of the monuments in Washington, D.C.  I'll be traveling with my Dad, Kemper, and I was honored to support Tom Snook and Galen Dellinger last year on their flight.  Rodney & Gloria Hildebrand have helped get this program "off the ground" so to speak and it is a great blessing to honor those who have served our nation.  I'm thankful to be a part of a church that does so much to honor veterans along with Project Healing Waters and our Veterans recognition service that is coming up November 10th.  

Also, I want to call you to prayer for those affected by Hurricane Helene. Remember our disaster organization of the church UMCOR (UM Committee on Relief  www.umcor.org) and give as you are called and able. 

Let's go to God in prayer:

Loving and Gracious God, Lord Jesus Christ and Holy Spirit, 

O God, you are our God and we praise you.  We thank you for loving us and knowing what is going on with every detail of our lives.  God today we lift up those who will be on the roads traveling and we lift up those who gave their lives or a time in their lives to their nation to serve others through military service.  We thank you for their service.  We ask that you guide and protect those who are in service around the world now, those who fight and those who serve.

God, many people's lives have been turned upside down by hurricanes and natural disasters, also.  We pray especially this morning for those affected by Hurricane Helene.  We pray especially for the most vulnerable, for those in the Appalachia region.  We thank you for those first responders and disaster workers who are already heading to those places to be of assistance, to restore order and to show your love to those in need.  We pray that you will guide and protect them as well.  Send your holy spirit and your light and your love, through human hands and feet and tools and hearts in places where there is fear and difficulty. 

God, reign in us.  Lead us step by step.  In Jesus name,   Amen

Worship Notes

Our Worship time is changing to 10 AM!  Your responses to the Worship Committee's survey were very positive for the 10 AM service and, after discussion, our Church Council adopted the Worship Committee's recommendation that we continue to worship together at 10 AM.  Thank you for your input and support! 

THIS SUNDAY, September 29 we will wrap up our study of Nehemiah with the theme "Celebrating While Building."  

Looking Ahead, October 6th is World Communion Sunday!  

We need your help for special Sundays in November! 

All Saints Sunday is the first Sunday in November.  If you have a family member who has passed away in the last year (since Nov 1, 2023) and you would like for them to be remembered in our All Saints service, please let the office know (adminasst@bridgewaterumc.com).  You can also put the person's name in the offering plate.  Thank you!  

We will recognize our Veterans and Active Duty Military on Sunday, November 10th.  If someone in your family is a Veteran (living or deceased) or is currently serving our military, please give us their name, branch of service, and a picture that we can use in worship!  

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

Scott Ridder's tumor was benign

Honor Flight Sept 28 for Kemper Dadisman (Vietnam era Vet) & Mary Dadisman

Tommy Jenkins & Drew Davis recovery from COVID

We give thanks for God's grace and mercy

Prayers of sympathy for the family of:

Elmer Michael  (9/14)

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.  Students and staff at Harrisonburg High School, Rocktown High School

For those with cancer and other illnesses and for their caregivers

For the health of our senior church family

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 illness and addiction

Beverly - Henry & Dorice Graham's daughter

Stan Shifflett

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

Joanne Simpkins

Vic Taylor

Nancy Thomas

Marcia and Gary Tyeryar

Donald Usry

Greeters 

Kari Palmer & Karen Chamblee

Ushers

Paul & Johna McFarland

Reader 

Joey Capuano

Audio Visual

Alex Taylor & Vic Taylor

Acolytes

Madelyn & Nolan Gilkeson

Sanctuary Servers

Tony & Laura Mancari

With Michelle Weaver's departure, the SPRC is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant serves as the assistant to the pastoral staff in all areas of ministry, acting as the voice and face of the church to all of its public encounters. The Administrative Assistant manages all activities of the church office and performs administrative duties related to the church's mission and ministry. Hours are 9 AM - 2 PM (2:30 PM if a lunch break is taken) Monday - Thursday for a total of 20 hours/week. Additional hours may be required on occasion to attend staff meetings or Church Council meetings. For additional information or any questions, please contact Dawn Kern, SPRC Chair, at dfkrdms61@gmail.com. Thank you.

Adopt a bushel of fruits and vegetables for Society of St. Andrew!  Any donations are appreciated.  Mixed and multiple bushels welcome!  Please make the check payable to BUMC with SOSA Adopt a Bushel in the comment line.  (You can also make a donation electronically through the Tithely app.)

Talent Show / Stand Up Comedy Night, Tues Oct 1!

Mark your calendars for our Talent Show / Stand-Up Comedy Night on Tuesday, October 1st from 5 PM to 7 PM at Dayton UMC!  This is a fantastic opportunity for you to showcase your unique talents, whether it's singing, dancing, comedy, or any other skill you want to share.  If you're interested in performing, please email dumbumyouth@gmail.com to secure your 3-minute spot -- let's make it a night to remember!  Parents and friends are welcome to join if you perform!

Call for Youth and College Volunteers!   Dayton Days is Coming October 5th! 

Join us for the Dayton Days Soup Fundraiser on October 4th and 5th and be part of something special! We will be making soup at Dayton UMC on Friday evening, October 4th.  Then, we will sell jars of soup at Dayton Days on Saturday, October 5th!  We're looking for energetic volunteers to help make our Soup Fundraiser the best yet.

Select a 3-hour shift and lend a hand!  
Friday, October 4th: 4 PM - 7 PM  
Saturday, October 5th: Shifts available from 6 AM - 5 PM

This is a great opportunity to serve, meet new people, and support a good cause... youth missions!

  
Text 240-328-5847 to sign up and schedule your shift. 

Let's make Dayton Days amazing together!

Grace & Peace, Jomo

(240) 328-5897 or dumbumyouth@gmail.com 

**Youth: Don't forget our zoom check-in Sundays at 7:00 PM!**

Saturday, October 12: Potato Bar Dinner @5 PM & Cider & S'mores @ 6 PM

Before the Church Cider & S'mores, 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!

Sunday, October 26 2 - 4 PM: Bridgewater Community Halloween @ Oakdale Park

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

This October we are celebrating 20 years of Hope Distributed and the immense impact this organization has made on those who live in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County.  It is a great opportunity to see the size and scale of what our small staff and selfless volunteer army accomplish every week. 

It is also a chance to dream with us and cast a vision for continuing to serve those in need in our community for another 20 years and beyond. Please prayerfully consider carving out some time in your already busy schedule to attend and see what the Lord has done!

Happy Birthday to:

29 - Bradley Ridder, Tammy Balser

2 - Brian Hulvey, Chelsea Croushorn, Doug Sharpe

3 - Krista Kane, Jerry Snyder

4 - Parker Gilkeson

It was a beautiful night September 15th xat Bridgewater UMC with our guest musicians, Steel Candey!  Thank you to all those who helped, donated and joined in the fun.

**Please Note our Worship time is now 10 AM**

SUN      9 AM Sunday School for All Ages

             10 AM Worship

              7 PM Youth Zoom Call

TUE    6:30 PM Valley RC Flying Club (New Beginnings)

WED     9:30 AM Prayer Team (Library)

              12 PM Lunch & Conversation at BRC

              6 PM Handbell Practice

              7 PM Choir Rehearsal

NEXT SUNDAY - World Communion Sunday! 

          9 AM Sunday School for All Ages

         10 AM Worship 

          7 PM Youth Zoom Call

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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