Staying Connected
July 30, 2026
This Sunday with Pastor Anna
Title: The Neurobiology of Touch
Scripture: Mark 5:27–34
“If I but touch his cloak, I will be made well.” --Mark 5:28
Opportunities this Week:
Sun, 10:30 am: Worship
In the sanctuary and online
Tue, 1:00 pm: Talk 'n' Thought
In the Fireside Room
ImBible Study on hiatus until Sep 16
Meal Train
While Mike Schappert recuperates from surgery, Rebecca would appreciate some help with meals as she returns to work. You can sign up to deliver a meal, or purchase a restaurant gift card, at https://mealtrain.com/6y1mkd
Concert in the Park
You’re invited to an evening of music and fun at the annual Hayhurst Concert in the Park on Friday, Aug 7, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Pendleton Park. The fantastic Boka Marimba band will be performing, plus kids’ activities and food carts from Hot Lips Pizza and Kona Ice. We hope you will attend and/or work our booth to increase our visibility to the community. You may sign up at https://forms.gle/FApLYim9GWtK3Raz7 or at the Welcome table this Sunday.
Fireside Friends
Our quilting group continues to enjoy our new and improved studio while we work on three quilts, sort and store more fabric, and organize all our supplies. Join us on Monday night, Aug 3, from 6:00-8:00 pm; enter through the Fireside Room downstairs.
Online Giving
If you give to the church using our online donation form, it may look a little different and you may be asked to input your information again. Our financial software is undergoing some changes this month. Those who have set up a recurring donation should *not* see any changes. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact John E or the church office. Thank you for your cooperation.
Soul Care Retreat
Women of faith, caring for your well-being and seeking balance is part of embracing the fullness of life that God offers and desires for all people. Join in setting intentional time aside for spiritual renewal and reflection at a one-day retreat, on Saturday, Aug 22, at Tigard UMC. More information is on thisflyer; registration info ishere (forms are also available on the Welcome table.)
Hiatus
ImBible bible study will not meet in person again until Wednesday, Sep 16. If you are interested in joining a weekly discussion group on Zoom, contact John E for more information.
Night Strike
We continue our connection with Night Strike, a ministry to the houseless, under the Burnside Bridge. Our usual evening is on the third Thursday of each month. Slots fill very quickly. You can register atcityteam.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/nightstrike(the link is also at the top of this email.)
Film School
Mr. David’s School of Film will be using Fellowship Hall again this summer, for their week-long kids’ camps. If you know a kid, age 5-14, who loves stop motion, Lego animation, and/or movie making, visitmrdavidfilm.comfor more info.
Kids Summer Camp
Adventures in Spanish invites kids, ages 5-9, to have fun learning Spanish through song and play. The weeklong camp, June 29 - July 3, will be held here at Vermont Hills from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm each day. Learn more and sign up at adventuresinspanish.org
Vigils
There are ongoing vigils at the Portland ICE building, 4310 S Macadam Ave, from 2:00-2:45 pm every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Grab your group and peacefully protect our democracy.
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 2027 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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