5/16/25 News Flash

Hamburg United Methodist Church

116 Union St

Hamburg, New York, 14075

(716) 649-8080

Worship Sundays at 10 am

We share congratulations to our very own Pastor David, on the occasion of his graduation from Acadia University Divinity College in Nova Scotia, Canada This week. Earning his Doctor of Ministry degree!

We are so proud of you, Rev. Dr. David Nicol, and this achievement.

You can watch an excerpt of his graduation ceremony here.

Message regarding the Village of Hamburg’s Age-Friendly Initiative:

Calling Seniors 50& Up Living in the Village of Hamburg!  Please tell the Village’s Age- Friendly Committee what you would need in order to live easily and comfortably in your own home and community as you age. 

How? Answer a 28-question survey 

(on paper or online) by May 31st . 

To obtain a paper survey or more details, stop by Village Hall or call Kim Bourke at

(716) 649-0200, Ext. 3019. To complete the online survey click here 

YOUR input can make a difference!

Lisa Rood will be selling tickets after service each Sunday leading up to the chicken bbq.

To benefit the Church Operating Budget

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

Proposal: Named Engraved Brick Pathway at Hamburg UMC

We are exploring the possibility of creating a named engraved brick pathway at Hamburg United Methodist Church—and we’d love to hear your thoughts!

Our church community has been built over generations through the love, dedication, and service of countless members—past and present. This proposed pathway would serve as a lasting tribute, honoring the legacy of those who have helped shape our faith community and providing a meaningful way to preserve our shared history.

The idea is inspired by a similar project I helped coordinate at the Silver Lake Institute in 2012. That pathway now includes over 200 engraved bricks, each telling its own story.

Here’s how it worked:

• Initial Installation: The pathway was first constructed using blank bricks by T&R Seasonal Services of Orchard Park. Once installed, engraved bricks replaced the blanks as they were purchased.

• Ongoing Additions: Smaller batches of new bricks were added over time by community members.

• Brick Format: Each brick can accommodate up to three lines of text with 13 characters per line. The engraving is filled in black for visibility.

• Personal Touches: Buyers submitted a short bio that accompanied a photo of the brick purchased. These were compiled in a keepsake binder and shared online.

• Cost: Bricks were offered at $75 for the first and $50 for each additional brick, which covered engraving and installation costs—not for profit.
  

For Hamburg UMC, we could follow a similar model. Potential locations for the pathway include the heated entrance to the Gathering Space or the walkway to the outdoor pavilion. We are currently gauging interest before moving forward.

I have spoken with Pastor David, Rick Park (Trustees), and Gerry Schneggenburger (Church Council), and all are supportive of exploring this further. I would be honored to take an active role in helping bring this project to life, with final details to be determined by a committee.

If you’re interested in this idea, or have thoughts to share, please let us know! Your input will help guide our next steps.

With appreciation,

Bob Cook

Dear Friends

As many of you know, I'm a board member for The Salvation Army, an organization I deeply believe in. I'm reaching out to our HUMC community for your support of a couple of upcoming events. The Salvation Army does so much to support individuals and families in our neighborhood, and any help you can offer is greatly appreciated.

Upcoming Events & Ways to Get Involved:

Buffalo's Amazing Race

July 19, 2025

• Join the Salvation Army for the 10th annual Amazing Race, a day of fun challenges, and it's being presented by the Buffalo Bills!

• Meet at Buffalo Riverworks for challenges such as kayaking, hatch throwing or rope/zip line.

• Consider fielding a team or sponsoring this fun event!

Your participation and support of these events directly enable the Salvation Army to continue its vital work right here in our community. Whether it's providing meals, shelter, education, or employment assistance, our combined efforts can truly make a difference in the lives of countless individuals and families.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss how you can support these initiatives, please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly at vickiweixlmann918@gmail.com. Thank you for prayerfully considering how you can support the Salvation Army's mission!

Vicki Weixlmann

Let’s Lend a Hand: Support the Kenmore UMC HUB Flood Bucket Ministry

As part of the United Methodist connection, Hamburg United Methodist Church is proud to support the incredible work being done at the Kenmore UMC HUB, where disaster relief supplies are assembled and shipped to communities in need.

This past fall, Kenmore UMC sent out 448 flood buckets on 9 pallets to hurricane-impacted areas in the South. In January, local youth assembled 127 additional buckets, bringing the current inventory to 200 flood buckets ready to go when disaster strikes.

But the need continues — and another 100-bucket assembly day is planned for June. Supplies are running low, and this is where we can help.

Hamburg UMC May Supply Drive

Throughout the month of May, Hamburg UMC will be collecting donations to support this mission. Donation bins will be located in the Gathering Space.

A list of needed items is provided below, and most can be found at Dollar Tree, making it easy and affordable to give.

Flood Bucket Supply List

Please donate new, unused items:

• 1 5-gallon bucket with resealable lid

• 1 32–64 oz bottle of liquid laundry detergent

• 1 16–40 oz bottle of liquid household cleaner (no spray bottles)

• 1 16–34 oz bottle of dish soap

• 1 4–8 oz pump bottle of air freshener

• 1 6–14 oz insect repellent spray or lotion

• 1 4–8 oz bottle of personal insect repellent (DEET-free preferred)

• 2 kitchen gloves (durable, reusable)

• 1 pair of work gloves (cotton with leather palms or all leather)

• 5 scrubbing pads (no stainless steel or pads with soap)

• 18 cleaning wipes (reusable or disposable)

• 1 scouring pad

• 1 scrub brush (plastic or wooden handle)

• 5 trash bags (33–45 gallon size)

• 1 roll of paper towels

• 1 50 oz or two 25 oz bottles of liquid hand soap

• 1 toilet brush

• 1 air freshener spray

• 1 disinfectant wipes (35 count)

  
  

Please avoid items with bleach or aerosol products.

Other Ways to Support:

Ship supplies directly to: Kenmore United Methodist Church 32 Landers Rd. Kenmore, NY 14217 Call (716) 875-5091 or email kumcoffice32@gmail.com to arrange a drop-off or notify of a shipment.

Give Financially

Checks can be made payable to Kenmore United Methodist Church with “HUB” written in the memo line.

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!)

John Meader’s Adult Sunday School

There will be no Sunday School on Easter Sunday. On the next Sunday, April 27,

we will be starting a study on the Gospel of Luke, using an Adam Hamilton book

and DVD. All are welcome - 9am in the Parlor.

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

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

May- Men's Group

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, May 18, 2025 | 10 am

Youtube Live:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxRWld9XtaLY0WpX7JsXEcwGoogle Meet Dial-In: 617-675-4444  PIN: 301 463 603 6721#

BELL CHOIR:  Bach Air with Holy, Holy, Holy & Wonderful Words of Life

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALL TO WORSHIP We meet in different buildings; in different towns.

We speak different languages and sing different hymns.

We wear different clothing and have different gifts and talents.

Yet, as we gather together for worship on Sundays, we become one body, one family in Christ.

We join together on one journey,

the journey to unite with the Risen Christ.

We join together with God as the Kingdom of God comes and as God’s will is done.

Let us join with all our brothers and sisters

in worship and true communion with God this day. Amen.

OPENING MUSIC: ”Immoral, Invisible, God Only Wise” #103 UMH

OPENING PRAYER: O God, our grove, our lover, our well;

In the resurrection of your Son you have brought us into your garden.

Marry us for now and for ever, and give us to eat from the tree of life;

Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Alleluia

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

SCRIPTURE: Acts 11:1-18, Revelation 21:1-6  Read by Anne Nicol

SERMON: A New Way of Life: Biblical Marriage Rev. Dr. David Nicol

THE PEACE TITHES & OFFERINGS tithes.hamburgumc.org/Give

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

The Great Thanksgiving

For sung responses, please refer to slides

THE LORD'S PRAYER

SHARING OF BREAD AND CUP 

CLOSING HYMN: “We’ve a Story to Tell the Nations” #569 UMH

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE