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West Hartford United Methodist Church

Ushers/Counters needed
We are putting together a group for ushers and counters to begin after Labor Day. Our goal is to have enough ushers so that it would only be a 1 time a month commitment. If you are interested or if you would like more information please contact Nancy J at (860) 604-3857 or Alberto at (860) 521-7766 whumc1959@gmail.com. 
Save the date

 
Our first load of pumpkins are scheduled to arrive Thursday September 29th at 4pm and our second load on Thursday October 13.
 Join The Tech Team at WHUMC

Our Tech/media team is in search of a sound booth operator or a team to operate our sound booth. The operator or team would be responsible for setting up the YouTube livestream, assisting the praise team/choir with a sound check and monitoring the sound throughout the service.

No experience is necessary and training will be provided. If you are interested in being part of the team or you would like to
learn more about the operation of the sound booth, please contact me (Alberto) at whumc1959@gmail.com.


 
Join us for bible study on Sunday at noon, or on Wednesday at 11:00am, scripture passage will be Romans chapter 2 and 3. If possible please read the chapters ahead of time. RSVP is not required if you are interested in participating in either session but it is helpful so that we can have a headcount. The bible study will be done in a hybrid format so you can attend in person or through zoom, link will follow on a separate email.

Our Pumpkin Festival is just weeks away, and of course that means our Annual Silent Auction, always a popular event.

We are currently seeking donations for the auction, which is being held online. If you are able to secure a donation please contact me at grammy2drewski@yahoo.com, by phone 860 523-8017, or drop it off in the church office to my attention. 

We have a number of beautiful handmade items from our Harvest Fair available to sell in the craft area. All of the items are priced, but we need a couple of folks to set up the tables, sell the merchandise, and pack up what hasn't sold at the end of the day. Why not grab a friend and spend the day enjoying the fellowship of the Pumpkin Festival and help us out by selling some of our beautiful handmade things.

The Food Drive will continue through Labor Day, and we're also accepting gift cards to Staples, Walmart, and Target to help students who are unable to afford the necessary school supplies. We're also accepting checks made out to "The Town That Cares" to support the "Back To School" effort.

In Christ's Service,

Joy Ferguson
grammy2drewski@yahoo.com
860 523-8017

Now Through Labor Day

Please drop off your non-perishable, unexpired, unopened donations in the bin by the front door to support our local food pantry.  Popular items are:
  • Spaghetti
  • Pasta sauce
  • Soups
  • Peanut butter (16-18 oz.)
  • Canned fruit
  • Applesauce
  • Rice (1-2 lb. packages)

 Thank you!

Meet the Pastor (small group social)
 

The Staff-Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) is inviting you to meet Pastor Kovacsik during a series of small group socials.

We would love to see you at one of these events! Please sign up online at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4CADAE2FABF49-meet, on the board in the Narthex or by calling the church office at 860-521-7766. This is a chance for the pastor to get to know church members in an informal way.



Tuesday, Aug. 23rd @ 5:30 pm @ church gazebo (fellowship hall if it rains) - High school & Middle school students for a pizza party! (Hosted by Youth group) 
Thursday, August 25th @ 6:00-7:30 PM @ 7 Whitehill Drive WH (Hosted by Alberto & Jessica Cortes)
Sunday, August 28th @ 5:00 PM- @ church (Hosted by Keith Yimoyines & Diane Leja) Family/Kids Pizza Night!
Wednesday, August 31st @ 3:00-4:30 outside at 591 Park Road WH (Hosted by Suzanne Gates, Karen and Ken Loveland)
Saturday, September 10th @ 11:00 AM-12:30PM @ 63 Home Ave, Meriden (Hosted by Tricia & Russ Ciano)


Interested in hosting? Please email Kristen Wilder at kjucie@yahoo.com or call 860-709-1428.

In order to continue doing Coffee Hour/Fellowship we need members of the congregation to sign up to host. You can also team up with another member or family in the congregation to host as a TEAM. The responsibilities of the host are:

  • to bring in snacks to share such as cookies, cake, donuts, fruits and refreshments.
  • setup by bringing coffee, refreshments and food items out.
  • clean up after coffee hour/Fellowship time.

Coffee hour takes place after the worship service ( about 11:10am)

 

Coffee Hour will be hosted this week by Edyie Steimer and Mary Johns

 
 
Please join us in-person or online on Sunday, August 21st at 10 a.m. for a special Sunday Worship Service led by Rev. William C. Kovacsik. 
 

UPDATED OFFICE HOURS 

 Office hours are:
Monday 9:00a-1:00p
Tuesday 9:00a-1:00p
Wednesday 9:00a-1:00p
Thursday 9:00a-1:00p
Friday Closed
 

*Pastor Bill is available Monday-Thursday after 9:00am. (or by appointment)
*Church office is staffed on Sunday beginning at 8:00am


Office Phone Number (860) 521-7766
COVID 19 Update
 
Effective March 13th mask are optional at West Hartford United Methodist Church.
  • Please continue to sign in/register your attendance.
  • We do encourage that you wear a mask if will be singing during the worship service.
  • You are also encouraged to wear a mask if you are not fully vaccinated and wish to attend services for your own protection and the protection of those around you.
  • Social distancing is encouraged.  
  • If you are at high risk, or have any symptoms, such has a fever, please join us online for worship.
If infection rates continue to decline, we anticipate resuming fellowship time before and after the service at the end of March or first Sunday in April.
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