Staying Connected
November 20, 2025
This Sunday with Pastor Anna
Title: Jesus’ Name Emmanuel
Scripture: Luke 23:33-43
When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they cast lots to divide his clothing. And the people stood by watching, but the leaders scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Messiah of God, his chosen one!” The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine and saying, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!” There was also an inscription over him, “This is the King of the Jews.”
One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, “Are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other rebuked him, saying, “Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? And we indeed have been condemned justly, for we are getting what we deserve for our deeds, but this man has done nothing wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come in your kingdom.” He replied, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
Opportunities this Week:
Sun, 10:30 am: Worship
In the sanctuary and on Zoom
No Talk 'n' Thought
Happy Thanksgiving!
No ImBible Study
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Crafted in the Hills Holiday Bazaar
Our second annual holiday bazaar is this Saturday, Nov 22, from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Don’t miss the fun, the handcrafted items, and the llamas! Bring your friends! Visit vermonthillsumc.org/crafted to see a list of vendors and photos of some of their merchandise. You may also get a sneak peek at the quilts being raffled by Fireside Friends. If you attend Vermont Hills, wear your nametag (found in the children's classroom) and a smile!
Reset
If you’re at the bazaar this Saturday at 4:00, when it ends, please help us reset the sanctuary . Your help on this churchwide fundraiser is greatly appreciated!
Decorating for Advent
Advent begins on November 30! We will be decorating the sanctuary after worship this Sunday. Please join us to trim the Christmas tree, hang garland, and more!
Staff Christmas Gift
This is the last Sunday to contribute to an appreciation gift for our hard-working staff. You may also give online at vermonthillsumc.org/give.
MealTrain
Janet Z is having knee surgery soon. She and Mark would appreciate a little help with their dinners during the first two weeks of December. Participate by clicking this link: https://mealtrain.com/2w3k2e
Concert
The ISing choir, that includes Will M, will present concerts at the Reser on Friday and Saturday, Dec 6 & 7, including the West Coast premier of composer Christopher Tin’s To Shiver the Sky, about the history of humankind's quest to conquer the stars. Hear the first track of this oratorio at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0pBzowOKU4&list=RDQ0pBzowOKU4&start_radio=1. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Winter Wishes Gift Drive
Share joy with our neighbors this season by donating much-needed clothing, toys, games, books, and gift cards to Neighborhood House. All items must be new; bring to church by Tuesday, Dec 9. Find gift ideas on this flyer or on their website at nhpdx.org/events/
Pledge Drive Changes
The Finance team will close out 2025 and finalize the budget for 2026 in November and December. We will postpone our annual pledge drive until January. Watch for it!
Confluence Concert
Join Confluence, the Willamette Valley LGBTQIA2S+ Chorus, for Kindle the Flame, the first concert in the series Building Community, helmed by new Artistic Director Jeff Witt. Kindle The Flame is a heartwarming winter concert celebrating the power of light, love, and chosen family in the darkest season. Concerts are December 5 in Salem; December 6 in Portland; and December 7 in Corvallis. Tickets are $25 and available at https://www.confluencelgbtchorus.org/events
Food & Supplies Drive
Beaverton School District's Community School is seeking donations to restock their food and supplies pantry. Nearly 60% of their students experience poverty, so your contribution would be greatly appreciated. Most needed are hygiene products and non-perishable food such as macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, and cereal (but not canned soups and vegetables) You may leave items in the basket on the Welcome table by this Sunday, Nov 23. Thank you.
Night Strike
It's now time to sign up for December 18, 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.
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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