Hope is Here Capital Campaign
New - Hope Is Here Campaign Information Session, today, 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m., Francis Chapel: Join us for a presentation from our Campaign and Building committees. We need your wisdom and engagement as we plan for the future of our church! For more information watch our campaign video, visit www.hopeisheremp.org, or contact Jamie Yearwood at jyearwood@mpumc.org or 704-295-4808.
New - Coffee and Doughnuts, Sunday, October 31: Join the Hope is Here Campaign and Building committees for coffee and doughnuts after each worship service. Committee members will be on hand to answer questions, and renderings of the new building will be on display.
Happening This Afternoon
Youth Sunday Night Gathering, today: Confirmation is 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Sixth and seventh graders and high school youth meet 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Confirmands are welcome to stay until 8:00 p.m. if they would like extra programming.
Happening This Week
New - Children’s Ministries’ Advent and Christmas Devotional Booklet Artwork Collection, submit by October 25: We’re preparing for the 10th edition of our annual publication, and as is tradition, we are looking for artwork from our children (ages 2-5th grade) to illustrate it. Click here for details on what to draw and how to submit your art. There are two drop-off locations: a basket at the front desk and one outside of the Children’s Ministries office. If you have any questions, email Amy Jo Alspaugh at amyjo@mpumc.org.
Coffee, Conversation, and Connection, October 26, 1:00 p.m., Zoom: Join Rev. Bill Roth and Parish Nurse Lauren Smith for emotional support and care. We will share, connect, and explore how we can increase our well-being and resilience. Register with Carmen Rivera at crivera@mpumc.org. You may also directly join the Zoom meeting at your convenience.
Women’s Gathering, October 26, 7:00 p.m.-8:15 p.m.: Women of all ages and stages of life are invited to this monthly gathering! We hope this will offer a time of support, community, and new friendships. Click here to sign up, or email Jessica Dayson at jdayson@mpumc.org for more information.
New - Wednesday Bible Study, October 27, live at 11:00 a.m. and viewable later: Join us as Dr. Howell talks about the prophet Jonah. Did this really happen? What's the point of his story? Watch live on our website, Facebook, or YouTube.
Phantom of the Organ, October 27, 7:00 p.m.: Tune in for a fun program featuring heroes and villains from your favorite movies. Our Children’s Choirs and a few of our own MPUMC members will sing, and Evan Wesley Currie will play our fabulous Aeolian-Skinner organ! Click here to watch live or watch later. Click here to view the program.
Fall Block Party, October 29, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Parish Life Building Parking Lot: Round up your friends and neighbors, grab your tailgate chairs and picnic blankets, and head over to MPUMC in costume, if you so desire, for an evening of fun and fellowship for all ages. Purchase dinner and dessert from our food trucks, which will serve family-friendly fare. Then enjoy music and entertainment provided by DJ Jeremy. Please bring pre-packaged, individual nut-free snacks for Missions’ collection for school partners. Click here to RSVP.
Discover Myers Park, October 31, 11:00 a.m., Zoom: Join Dr. Uiyeon Kim to learn about our church and the beliefs and practices of our denomination. There is no obligation to join, but the opportunity will be available for you. Email Jeanne Poole at jpoole@mpumc.org for details.
New This Week
New - Sign Up Now and SAVE on the 16th Annual Women’s Retreat, sign up by November 7 for discounted rate: Join us February 11-13 at the Montreat Conference Center as we “Begin Again” with a weekend of in-person rest and renewal. Cost is $200 per person double occupancy or $290 for single occupancy. Register before November 7 to save $20! Click here for details, including our COVID plan and registration form.
New - Table Tithe Collection, now-November 19: As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we are collecting gift cards to provide food for 100 families from our school partnerships. Families expressed their appreciation to be able to choose between prepared meals or groceries/ingredients, so we are asking for donations of $50 Harris Teeter gift cards. Include a note of support and love with your card, and drop cards in the secure boxes in the Parish Life Building lobby by November 19. For more information, email missions@mpumc.org.
New - Serve as a Sunday Morning Kiosk Greeter: Children’s Ministries is looking for volunteers to serve as check-in kiosk greeters on Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. The time commitment is small, but the impact you will have helping families check in on Sunday mornings is huge! For more information, email Leslie Lowery at llowery@mpumc.org. Or click here to sign up!
New at Goodness Gracious: Just in: Dr. Howell’s new book, Unrevealed Until Its Season, a Lenten Journey with Hymns! Stop by Goodness Gracious and purchase a copy! We encourage you to shop in person, but you can also make a purchase by calling the shop or sending us a DM on our Goodness Gracious Instagram page. The shop is open Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
More Events and Opportunities
Grief Support Workshop: The Mystery of God’s Presence With Us, Mondays, November 1-15, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., room 103: Led by Rev. Bill Roth and Parish Nurse Lauren Smith, this workshop is designed to assist and support those grieving a loss. This will be a time of sharing individual journeys and coming to a deeper understanding of the grief process. Register in Realm or email Carmen Rivera at crivera@mpumc.org. In-person and virtual meeting options are available.
The God Who Sees Series, Mondays, November 1-22, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Jubilee Hall: Join us as we gather in person for education, inspiration, and discussion of the topics central to our church's mission work: Affordable Housing, Food Insecurity, Schools and Children, and Equity and Empowerment. There will be theological reflection (why does this matter to our faith), and local experts will provide context for these issues within Charlotte. These featured guests include Laura Belcher of Habitat for Humanity, Tina Postel of Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, Sonja Gantt of the CMS Foundation, and Justin Perry of Perry Counseling. We will follow that with table discussions and a call to serve. For more information, email Dr. Uiyeon Kim at ukim@mpumc.org or Rev. Nathan Arledge at narledge@mpumc.org.
Review Your Medicare Coverage During the Open Enrollment Period, now-December 7: Our Health Ministry team encourages you to review your current health and drug plans and to consider your options for 2022. The North Carolina Department of Insurance’s SHIIP program can offer helpful information. Contact SHIIP at 1-855-408-1212 or ncdoi.ncshiip@ncdoi.gov. Limited virtual consultations may be available locally. For more information, email Carmen Rivera at crivera@mpumc.org.
Bus Station Ministry, Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.: Welcome legal asylum seekers as they journey through Charlotte. Your gifts of welcome and presence can be a real blessing to these tired, anxious, and uncertain travelers. Pick up snacks, water, activities, hygiene supplies, and signage at the church on Wednesday mornings and meet bus #1098 at the Greyhound bus station at 518 W 4th Street. The bus is scheduled to arrive at 10:30 a.m. You can check the status of the bus' arrival here: https://bustracker.greyhound.com. Click here to sign up!
New Episode - Maybe I’m Amazed - A Podcast with Dr. James Howell: Dr. Howell is joined by Jim Harnish, a pastor, author, and longtime friend. Pastor Harnish served for more than 40 years at the Florida Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church and now, in retirement, stays busy authoring books such as Make a Difference and A Disciple's Heart. Jim and James talk about many of the themes of Jim's books, including how one can find their place in this world and make a difference. Maybe I’m Amazed is a collection of amazing conversations James has with amazing people experiencing everyday miracles. Click here to access this and all previous episodes and to subscribe.
Thank you for your ongoing generosity!
Thank you for your ongoing offerings to our church Operating Fund. Your generosity makes it possible for our church to provide fellowship and worship opportunities for our children and youth to grow their faith and love for God.
Neila Gayle Campbell Hutson, mother of Rachel (Mike) Heath and grandmother of Lillian, Campbell and Davis Heath, who died on September 28.
Ann Terri Rancheck Petroski, stepmother of David Petroski, who died on October 14.
Daniel Richard Craig, husband of Laura Craig and father of Cannon and Lottie Craig, who died on October 19.
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