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9/5/25 News Flash

Sep 5
4 min read

Hamburg United Methodist Church

116 Union St

Hamburg, New York, 14075

(716) 649-8080

Worship Sundays at 10 am

In case you haven't heard, we've had some excitement at Cozy Quilts. Family Life Network chose to interview Cozy Quilts (Kelley) for the segment of Hometown Heroes.

You can listen here online (7 Minutes)

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

John Meader’s adult Sunday School class will be restarting September 7 th .

We will be using Adam Hamilton’s book and DVD entitled “The Call” about the life and message of Paul. Books will be provided and all are welcome to come join in the discussion each Sunday in the parlor at 9am.

Daniel Study

Session 1, of 3 Daniel 1-4 September 10,2025

Session 2, of 3 Daniel 5-8 September 17^th, 2025_

Session 3, of 2 Daniel 9-12 September 24^th, 2025

Hosea- Joel Study

Session 1, of 2 Hosea 1-9 October 1^th,2025

Session 2, of 2 Hosea10-14, Joel 1-3 October 8^th, 2025

Amos Study

Session 1, Amos 1-9 October 15^th, 2025

Obadiah-Jonah

Session 1, Obadiah 1- Jonah 1-4 October 22^nd, 2025_

Micah

Session 1, Micah 1-7 October 29^th, 2025

Nahum-Habakkuk

Session 1, Zephaniah 1 - 3-Habakkuk 1-3 November 5^th, 2025

Zephaniah- Haggai

Session 1, Nahum 1-3- Haggai 1-2 November 12^th, 2025__

Zechariah

Session 1, Zechariah 1-11 November 19^th, 2025

Session 2 Zechariah 12 – 14, Malachi 1-4 November 26th, 2025

Hello Church Family,

The Respite Program is looking for clean metal cans from soup & veggies for a craft. If you’d like to contribute to our stash, please wash them & remove labels, then put in a bag with “respite” printed on it & put on the Coat room shelf in far left corner.

Thanks, Lisa Rood

Granny finished cleaning her attic

how are you doing with your treasures?

Granny’s finished collecting treasures from her attic—and you should be collecting too! It’s time to start gathering those clean, gently used household items that she’ll proudly display and sell at this year’s Bazaar.

Important Reminder from Granny:

She’s tough but fair—only clean, usable household goods will be accepted.

No appliances, please!

Room 19 is now open for donations.

This year’s Annual Bazaar, hosted by the United Women in Faith and supported by the whole church, will be held November 7 & 8. In addition to all your favorite traditions—like the bake sale, pecans and fruitcakes, and the soup and chili sale—this year’s event will also feature an expanded vendor fair in place of the usual HUWF crafts.

Questions? Contact Bazaar Co-Chairs: Rose Caldwell or Sue Gagne.

Ongoing Fundraiser Little Lamb Fundraiser:

Please consider donating your empty bottles and cans to the Bottle & Can Redemption Center at 4255 Clark Street in Hamburg. Thank you!

Join our Communion team.

Bring your passion for baking to our Communion bread-baking group and connect with like-minded individuals! Our six-week rotation schedule allows for flexibility and we provide a contact sheet to facilitate communication. If you're unavailable on your scheduled date, simply arrange a switch with a fellow member.

To join, contact Sue Gagne at 716-648-3460.

Join Us in Reading Through the Bible in 2025

Would you consider reading through the Bible in 2025? Together as a church community, we can embark on this yearlong journey of faith and discovery. A Bible in a Year reading plan is available outside the church office and will also be published monthly in the newsletter. You can also access it online here: Bible in a year reading plan

Dedicating about 20 minutes a day to Scripture is a wonderful way to grow closer to God. Many who have done this discipline before share how it reveals surprising connections between different parts of the Bible and provides a deeper understanding of God’s love and guidance.

We hope you’ll join us on this meaningful journey of faith and exploration!

You can also Read and Listen to Today's Reading Online (FREE!)

Spring is here! Tai Chi is back in person in the fellowship Hall or Pavillion

weather permitting

Due to continued technical issues with Facbeook Live, We will be streaming solely to Youtube for the foreseeable future.

Please make sure to "Like" and "Subscribe"

Coffee Hour Schedule

SEPTEMBER MISSION/OUTREACH

OCTOBER FINANCE

NOVEMBER SPRC

DECEMBER PRAYER CARE SHARE/Cozy Quilts

Groups are to provide goodies/ snacks

each Sunday of the month they are scheduled.

CALLING FOR COFFEE HOUR VOLUNTEERS

Did you know HUMC has committees whose members volunteer to host coffee hour once or twice a month? Most of these volunteers are on several committees where they are repeatedly hosting to provide goodies each Sunday.

We are opening this ministry up to Individuals or families who would be willing to occasionally be hosts or hostesses.

It’s simply making coffee, lemonade, bringing homemade or store bought items, and cleaning up afterwards.

A sign-up sheet is located on the counter in the gathering space, outside the front office

Where you can pick a Sunday of your choosing.

Would you consider joining in this time of fellowship?

Please get in touch with Sue Gagne with any questions.

Order of Worship

Sunday, September 7, 2025 | 10 am

Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxRWld9XtaLY0WpX7JsXEcw

Google Meet Dial-In: 617-675-4444 PIN: 301 463 603 6721#

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALL TO WORSHIP

Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful.

And kindle in them the fire of your love.

Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created.

And you will renew the face of the earth.

OPENING HYMN:”A Place at the Table” #3149 Worship & Song

OPENING PRAYER:

God of mercy: Help us to give, as you have forgiven us.

Help us to trust you, even when hope is failing.

Help us to take up our cross daily

And follow you in your redeeming work;

Through Jesus Christ our Lord,

Who lives and reigns with you and the holy spirit,

One God, now and forever. Amen.

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

Scripture:Philemon 1-21, Luke 14:25-33 Read by: Beth Tills

Sermon: “Hyberbole and Sarcasm?” Rev. Dr. David A Nicol

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

THE PEACE

TITHES & OFFERINGS tithes.hamburgumc.org/Give

DOXOLOGY “Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow” #94 UMH

The Great Thanksgiving

For sung responses, refer to the slides

THE LORD'S PRAYER

SHARING OF BREAD AND CUP

CLOSING HYMN: ”In Christ there is no East or West” #548 UMH

BENEDICTION

September 2025 Newsletter

Aug 29
8 min read

Hamburg United Methodist Church 116 Union St Hamburg, New York, 14075 (716) 649-8080 Sundays at 10 am

Also Streamed Via Facebook Live & Youtube

Church Calendar

Worship Live Stream

Online Giving

Breaking news:

Pastor David missed the newsletter deadline… but grace abounds.

Look for his column in the next issue.

The church office will be closed on Monday September 1, 2025

in observance of Labor day

and will reopen on Tuesday September 2, 2025.

Calls and emails will be answered in the order received upon the office reopening.

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Content for the gathering space slide show is accepted weekly

and due on Wednesday Morning to the church office.

**Please note for repeating slides, the last Sunday it should be run.

Office hours

Monday- Thursday: 9am-2pm

Friday: 9 am-Noon

Email us!!

Pastor David: PastorDavid@hamburgumc.org

Jeannine Vanwey: Music@hamburgumc.org

Emily Slocum: Treasurer@hamburgumc.org

Patrick Fitzgerald: AV@hamburgumc.org

Cristina Glover: Office@hamburgumc.org

Choir Season Begins 🎶

We are pleased to announce the beginning of a new choir season on Sunday, September 7, 2025. On that morning, the choir will lead the congregation in hymn singing, and beginning the following week, we will add anthems to our worship services.

Our church choir is a ministry of music and fellowship, welcoming singers of all experience levels. Whether you are an accomplished vocalist or someone who simply enjoys singing, you will find a supportive and uplifting environment in which to share your voice. No audition is required—only a love for music and a desire to contribute to the worship life of the church.

Rehearsals are held each Sunday morning from 9:00–9:45 a.m. upstairs in the choir rehearsal room. We warmly encourage members of the congregation and the wider community to join us. Friends, family, and neighbors are also most welcome.

Together, let us offer the gift of song and glorify God through music.

For additional information, please speak with Jeannine VanWey following the service, or contact her at vanwey@roadrunner.com / 716-680-3245.

We look forward to beginning a joyful season of music together.

Ring in the Joy: Handbell Choir Season Begins 🔔

The beginning of a new season is the perfect time to consider joining our Handbell Choir at Hamburg United Methodist Church. The distinctive chime of the bells, their rich harmonies, and the fellowship of making music together make this ministry a meaningful and cherished part of our worship life.

Why Handbells?Handbells are not only instruments but also an expression of faith and community. Playing in the Handbell Choir provides:

Musical Fulfillment: Whether you are an experienced musician or a complete beginner, ringing handbells offers the joy of learning beautiful music and the satisfaction of playing together as a team.
Fellowship and Connection: The Handbell Choir is a supportive, close-knit group that values both music and friendship.
Accessibility: No prior experience is required. Each ringer begins with just a few bells, and guidance is provided every step of the way.

Rehearsals and Participation

Rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00–8:00 p.m., October through May, in the bell room upstairs.
We are flexible with schedules and have substitute ringers available when members cannot attend a performance.
Membership at HUMC is not required—friends, family, and neighbors are warmly invited to participate. We are a no-pressure group, and those interested are welcome to “try it out” without obligation.

How to Join If you would like to learn more or are interested in participating, please contact Jeannine VanWey, Handbell Choir Director, after worship or at 716-680-3245 / vanwey@roadrunner.com. You are also welcome to visit a rehearsal to see if this ministry is right for you.

We look forward to ringing in a joyful new season together.

Ongoing Fundraiser Little Lamb Fundraiser:

Please consider donating your empty bottles and cans to the Bottle & Can Redemption Center at 4255 Clark Street in Hamburg. Thank you!

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

John Meader’s adult Sunday School class will be restarting September 7 th .

We will be using Adam Hamilton’s book and DVD entitled “The Call” about

the life and message of Paul. Books will be provided and all are welcome

to come join in the discussion each Sunday in the parlor at 9am.

RETIRED MEN’S FELLOWSHIP

The Retired Men’s Fellowship of Hamburg UMC will gather for their monthly lunch on Tuesday September 16 at 12 Noon at ZJ’s Restaurant in the Hamburg Village Plaza. . All retired men are invited. Come andbring a friend for good food and good fellowship.

Any questions? See Dick Caldwell, facilitator

Granny finished cleaning her attic

how are you doing with your treasures?

Important Reminder from Granny:

She’s tough but fair—only clean, usable household goods will be accepted.

No appliances, please!

Room 19 is now open for donations.

Questions? Contact Bazaar Co-Chairs: Rose Caldwell or Sue Gagne.

Join Us in Reading Through the Bible in 2025

We hope you’ll join us on this meaningful journey of faith and exploration!

You can also Read and Listen to Today's Reading Online (FREE!)

Dive into a Good Book- Join the HUMC Book Club.

Book Club will resume in September on the 22nd, we will be discussing

James Mc Bride’s Color of Water, and in October we will discuss The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead.

During our September meeting we will discuss our book selections

for the upcoming year.

Book Club is Zoom-friendly. Contact Karen Klimecko for more information

BAKE SALE COMING - NOVEMBER 7-8

THE UNITED WOMEN OF FAITH’S BAZAAR IS BACK!!

One purpose of the United Women of Faith is to support missions that help women and children. The bazaar helps us accomplish this goal. Part of the bazaar is the bake sale, and it’s not too early to start baking!!

Little pie tins will be on the counter at church for pies to be made and frozen. People ask for pies of all kinds and sizes: apple, blueberry, peach, raspberry, pumpkin, pecan, rhubarb, mincemeat.. but please no cream pies (prohibited by health inspector). Quick breads, cookies, sweet rolls, pastries are all good sellers. (Cakes don’t sell very well).

Whatever you can contribute will be appreciated. Sign-up sheets will be on the counter in a few weeks and more details will be coming.

If you have any questions, talk with Barb Meader or Amy Rydholm

(716-548-4139 or 585-429-0038)

Spring has sprung and Tai Chi is back to in-person practice in the Fellowship Hall

(Or Pavilion Weather Dependent)

Hello Church Family,

Thanks, Lisa Rood

Coffee Hour Schedule

September- Mission/ Outreach

October- Finance

November- SPRC

December- Prayer Care Share & Cozy Quilts

Groups are to provide goodies/ snacks

each Sunday of the month they are scheduled.

CALLING FOR COFFEE HOUR VOLUNTEERS

We are opening this ministry up to Individuals or families who would be willing to occasionally be hosts or hostesses.

It’s simply making coffee, lemonade, bringing homemade or store bought items, and cleaning up afterwards.

A sign-up sheet is located on the counter in the gathering space, outside the front office

Where you can pick a Sunday of your choosing.

Would you consider joining in this time of fellowship?

Please get in touch with Sue Gagne with any questions.

Medical Equipment Lending Closet

Hamburg UMC has a medical equipment lending closet. It is located in Room 18 in the basement. Please check the closet before purchasing wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, crutches, canes, etc. The equipment available constantly changes. If you have medical equipment you are no longer using, you may donate them. We cannot take soft items such as gauze pads, diabetic supplies, incontinence, bandages, etc. For questions, please call Caroline Schneggenburger at 716-289-0541.

NATIVE AMERICAN MINISTRIES SUNDAY

Supporting the Ministry of Christ Among Native People

Sunday September 14, 2025

Most Americans today recognize that the history following the arrival of the people “pale as birch” who crossed the great water in large canoes bore little resemblance to the one all Christians identify as Creator. That’s why the people of The United Methodist Church, Native and non-Native, are creating a new history. Through Native American Ministries Sunday, we’re able to equip and empower Native American pastors, congregations (like our friends at Four Corners UMC), and seminary students to do what only they can do: authentically worship and serve Jesus.

As a member of The United Methodist Church, your gift, on Native American Ministries Sunday, equips Native congregations to worship and serve as only they can. This work and hundreds of other ministries are possible because you give. When you support Native American Ministries Sunday, you equip seminary students who will honor and celebrate Native American culture in their ministries, and you empower congregations that are finding fresh new ways to minister to their communities with the love of Christ.

Dr. Richard Twiss, a member of the Sicangu Lakota Oyate from the Rosebud Sioux Reservation in South Dakota, asked: “Will we be allowed to develop new ways of doing church that honor God’s purposes for the creative expression of our cultures? Will new ministry partnerships and coalitions form? Will you help be a part of this wonderful process of reconciliation, restoration, and release?”

Say yes with your offering and prayer support on Sunday, September 14 or any time thereafter. Offering envelopes will be available on the table with the announcement sheets, next to the offering plate in the sanctuary and at the Welcome Center. You may use electronic giving, your personal check, or cash.

Join us for a virtual fellowship! This group is a place to share prayer requests, devotions, concerns, joys, and even some humor with your church family. Join the Hamburg UMC Fellowship group on Facebook.

PRAYER CONCERNS?

If you would like someone added to our church prayer list, call or text Barb Meader at 716-548-4139 or email her at bmeader712017@gmail.com, or contact anyone who is a Prayer, Care, and Share member, or Cristina in the church office. Our ministry is to pray daily for the concerns that have been shared with us.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Phillipians 4:4-7)

8/30/25 News Flash

Aug 28
4 min read

Hamburg United Methodist Church

116 Union St

Hamburg, New York, 14075

(716) 649-8080

Worship Sundays at 10 am

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

John Meader’s adult Sunday School class will be restarting September 7 th .

Hello Church Family,

Thanks, Lisa Rood

Granny finished cleaning her attic

how are you doing with your treasures?

Important Reminder from Granny:

She’s tough but fair—only clean, usable household goods will be accepted.

No appliances, please!

Room 19 is now open for donations.

Questions? Contact Bazaar Co-Chairs: Rose Caldwell or Sue Gagne.

Ongoing Fundraiser Little Lamb Fundraiser:

Please consider donating your empty bottles and cans to the Bottle & Can Redemption Center at 4255 Clark Street in Hamburg. Thank you!

Join our Communion team.

To join, contact Sue Gagne at 716-648-3460.

Join Us in Reading Through the Bible in 2025

We hope you’ll join us on this meaningful journey of faith and exploration!

You can also Read and Listen to Today's Reading Online (FREE!)

Spring is here! Tai Chi is back in person in the fellowship Hall or Pavillion

weather permitting

Due to continued technical issues with Facbeook Live, We will be streaming solely to Youtube for the foreseeable future.

Please make sure to "Like" and "Subscribe"

Coffee Hour Schedule

August CHURCH COUNCIL

SEPTEMBER MISSION/OUTREACH

OCTOBER FINANCE

NOVEMBER SPRC

DECEMBER PRAYER CARE SHARE/Cozy Quilts

Groups are to provide goodies/ snacks

each Sunday of the month they are scheduled.

CALLING FOR COFFEE HOUR VOLUNTEERS

We are opening this ministry up to Individuals or families who would be willing to occasionally be hosts or hostesses.

It’s simply making coffee, lemonade, bringing homemade or store bought items, and cleaning up afterwards.

A sign-up sheet is located on the counter in the gathering space, outside the front office

Where you can pick a Sunday of your choosing.

Would you consider joining in this time of fellowship?

Please get in touch with Sue Gagne with any questions.

Order of Worship

Sunday, August 31, 2025 | 10 am

Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxRWld9XtaLY0WpX7JsXEcw

Google Meet Dial-In: 617-675-4444 PIN: 301 463 603 6721#

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALL TO WORSHIP

May those who love your salvation say continually, “Great is the Lord!”

Yea, our heart is glad in God, because we trust in God’s holy name.

Let us make joyful noise to God with songs of praise!

We praise you, O God:

We acknowledge you to be the Lord.

OPENING HYMN: ”Come Sinners to the Gospel Feast” #616 UMH

OPENING PRAYER:

O gracious God, we pray for your holy Church universal,

That you would be pleased to fill it with all truth, in all peace.

Where it is corrupt, purify it;

Where it is in error, direct it;

Where any thing is amiss, reform it:

Where it is right, establish it;

Where it is in want, provide for it;

Where it is divided, reunite it;

For the sake of him who died and rose again,

And ever lives to make intercession for us,

Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord. Amen

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

Scripture: Hebrews 13: 1-8, 15-16, Luke 14: 1, 7-14 Read by: Phoebe Glover

Sermon: “Humility and Following Jesus” Rev. Dr. David A Nicol

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

THE PEACE

TITHES & OFFERINGS tithes.hamburgumc.org/Give

DOXOLOGY “Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow” #94 UMH

The Great Thanksgiving

For sung responses, refer to the slides

THE LORD'S PRAYER

SHARING OF BREAD AND CUP

CLOSING HYMN: ”Gather Us in” #2236 TFWS

BENEDICTION

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