9/12/25 News Flash
- Cristina Glover
- Sep 12
- 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 continues with 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.
Due to increased grocery costs the suggested contribution is now $9 per dinner.
Please see Rick park with any questions or concerns.
Daniel Study
Session 2, of 3 Daniel 5-8 September 17th, 2025_
Session 3, of 2 Daniel 9-12 September 24th, 2025
Hosea- Joel Study
Session 1, of 2 Hosea 1-9 October 1th,2025
Session 2, of 2 Hosea10-14, Joel 1-3 October 8th, 2025
Amos Study
Session 1, Amos 1-9 October 15th, 2025
Obadiah-Jonah
Session 1, Obadiah 1- Jonah 1-4 October 22nd, 2025_
Micah
Session 1, Micah 1-7 October 29th, 2025
Nahum-Habakkuk
Session 1, Zephaniah 1 - 3-Habakkuk 1-3 November 5th, 2025
Zephaniah- Haggai
Session 1, Nahum 1-3- Haggai 1-2 November 12th, 2025__
Zechariah
Session 1, Zechariah 1-11 November 19th, 2025
Session 2 Zechariah 12 – 14, Malachi 1-4 November 26th, 2025
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 14, 2025 | 10 am
Google Meet Dial-In: 617-675-4444 PIN: 301 463 603 6721#
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CALL TO WORSHIP
As a shepherd seeks a lost sheep,
So God seeks and saves the lost.
Like a woman who searches for a lost coin until it is found,
So God rejoices over one soul restored to wholeness.
As a father receives a returning wayward son,
So God welcomes us, and lets the past be the past.
Therefore let us praise God in thanksgiving that we are received.
Let us receive and welcome and rejoice over one another
In the name of Jesus Christ.
OPENING HYMN: ”Invisible Immortal God Only Wise” #103 UMH
OPENING PRAYER:
O God, you have come in Jesus Christ,
Tending to all who are bent in pain,
To those separated from others by disease
Or bound by death’s power.
Come to us now, as tender touch,
Healing balm, and liberating relief.
Urge us to move in new ways;
Encourage us to embrace the discomforts of becoming whole;
Remove from us the fear of relentless pain.
As Jesus spoke to so many and touched your hurting people,
Come now, speak to us, and touch us.
Restore us by your living and amazing grace. Amen
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE
Scripture:1 Timothy 1:12-17, Luke 15:1-10 Read by: Matt Glasgow
Sermon: “Changed Heart and Life” Rev. Dr. David A Nicol
Choir Anthem: Remembrance (The Communion Song)
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: “Fill my Cup Lord” #3093 Worship & Song
BENEDICTION