Staying Connected
October 16, 2025
This Sunday with Pastor Anna
Title: Seeing Others As Our Own
Scripture: Romans 12:4-5 (CEB)
We have many parts in one body, but the parts don’t all have the same function. In the same way, though there are many of us, we are one body in Christ, and individually we belong to each other.
Opportunities this Week:
Sun, 10:30 am: Worship
In the sanctuary and on Zoom
Tue, 1:00 pm: Talk 'n' Thought
In the Fireside Room
Wed, 6:30 pm: ImBible Study
In the Fireside Room and on Zoom
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No Kings Protest
In June, millions of everyday Americans from every walk of life peacefully took to the streets and declared with one voice: No Kings. The world saw the power of the people, and President Trump’s attempt at a coronation collapsed under the strength of a movement rising against his abuses of power. Now, he’s doubling down — sending militarized agents into our communities, silencing voters, and handing billionaires giveaways while families struggle. Find out where you can peacefully participate (and see an impressive map!) at https://www.nokings.org/
Intergenerational Sunday
This Sunday, October 19, is our next intergenerational worship service where all ages join together. The theme will be ‘We are One in the Spirit.’ Don't miss this special worship!
Spaghetti Dinner
Our annual fundraiser will be on Saturday, Oct 25, at 5:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. The dinner includes spaghetti and meat sauce, bread, salad, and dessert. There will be gluten-free and vegetarian offerings as well. The suggested donation is $15 per person (2 and under are free.) Tickets are available at church and at the door. Contact Dori if you can help with setup, serving, and/or cleanup.
Bingo!
We’ll be playing bingo after the spaghetti dinner. Everyone who attends the dinner will get one free bingo card. Buy your ticket in advance and receive *two* bingo cards. Prizes (so far) include a $50 gift card to Cornell Farms, a $25 gift card to Olive Garden, Legos, Magic Puzzle Company jigsaw puzzle, and lots more!
Help Needed
Elizabeth B is seeking someone (or two) to help advertise the Crafted in the Hills Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov 22. If you have any experience with online social media or traditional advertising, please contact her. Also, if you know any vendors that might want to participate, send their contact info her way.
School Fundraiser
Hayhurst Elementary will have a school fundraiser at Rauls Family Mexican Restaurant from noon - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, Oct 28, with proceeds benefiting the school. You MUST write Hayhurst on your receipt for the school to get credit. Rauls is located at 4820 SW 76th Ave, across the parking lot from Fred Meyer.
Night Strike
It's now time to sign up for November 20, our usual third Thursday outing with City Team. Night Strike is a ministry to the houseless, under the Burnside Bridge. You can register at https://cityteam.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/nightstrike. And don’t forget to complete the VHUMC form for providing or requesting a ride, at https://forms.gle/doa8baABwvEUUoe5A
Save the Date
The date has been set for our annual Charge Conference, where we review 2025, and plan for 2026. All are invited to this short meeting on Wednesday, Nov 12, at 7:00 pm. Rev Brian Shimer will be presiding. If you are responsible for completing a report, please be advised that they are due at least one week prior to the meeting.
New Podcast
Join Bishop Cedrick Bridgeforth in conversation with others on his new podcast: “Going the M.I.L.E.: Stories of Calling and Ministry in the Greater Northwest,” which launched recently. To listen, you can visit the Podbean hosting website or search through your preferred podcast streaming platform on your phone/listening device and find “Going the M.I.L.E.” Please like and subscribe. You can also listen on the homepage of the Greater Northwest Area website
Easy Giving
Donate online
Fred Meyer Rewards program, code SY323
CarEasy.org to give 70% of vehicle sale to VHUMC
Contact the church office with any questions.
Calendars
Receiving 2026 calendars that you won't use? You can leave them on the Welcome table and Donna will make sure they get to Neighborhood House for those who need them.
Talk N Thought
The ‘dynamite’ ladies of TnT meet every Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, in the Fireside Room to read and discuss together. Contact Linda Miller at raylindamiller@comcast.net for more info.
Prayer Chain
Email your prayer requests to PrayerVHUMC@gmail.com. If you do not have access to email, you may call Linda Miller at 503.699.8628. The ‘Prayers of the People’ is crafted weekly from this information; please indicate if your prayer is private.
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