September & October Newsletter
A Note From the Pastor
After 25 years of writing for the Wall Street Journal and Dow Jones Newswires, Paul Vigna authored the book Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin (2025). This story of money, that is, the system society uses to track what we own and who owes who, reveals some important truths I may quibble about money's deity, but our currency has "In God We Trust" inscribed on it. Using the cash we carry or the credit cards we offer at the Stuff Mart counter requires a high level of faith in this system of exchange. As Vigna states: "money has value because--and only because--we believe it has value."
Vigna begins the story of money in the temples of the ancient world. The temple was the place where humankind came to make offerings to the gods to ensure a blessing or a good season of crop production From the temple as a depository for our money, it is only a short step to the loan made on the potential for future growth and production. Further, kings could wipe out debt when they conquered a territory, to the chagrin of creditors While the creditors complained, worship in the temple flourished.
Implied in this arrangement was the d t di th t possessing money was a sign of god writer Poggio Bracciolini wrote an e argued that "avarice (greed) is some drives human creativity and the acc enables a city, like Florence, to pros are now reaping the harvest of an u good and that the presence of mon
I intentionally did not capitalize the previous paragraphs because the Bi wealth and money differently. Abra the father of a new people, charged others Our blessings are more than "blessed to be blessed " As descend invited into the work of blessing ot
HAYMOUNT UMC
SeptemberOctober 2025
Concerning wealth, Jesus states plainly: "No slave can serve two masters; for a slave will either hate the one and love the other, or be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and wealth."
(Luke 16:13) Jesus invites us into a deeper relationship with our God and then to use money as a tool living under the citizenship of heaven. Remember what we pray in "The Lord's Prayer," thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven
John Wesley offers us some advice on how to live out our heavenly citizenship We have noted in recent weeks his invitation to follow three simple rules: "avoid evil, do good, and stay in love with God." Our sermon series during October will introduce us to three more rules:
Gain all you can
Save all you can
Give all you can
The importance for Wesley will be intentionality We begin with the end in mind, to be a blessing for others, we first learn to live generously To be able to give, we t th t f ili id d f b i
September & October Birthdays
September 1
Ann Bennett
John McAllister
September 2
Nate Fugitt
September 3
Paige Canady
Joey Dent
Hannah Hedgepeth
Sarah Masters
September 4
Zaydin Blanding
Sebastian Canfield
Kendra Lancaster
September 5
Samantha Morrison
September 6
Len Black
Eli Joyner
September 7
Bill Hedgepeth
Ariel Keranen
September 8
Hannah Bowman
Ken C. Cole
Chris Knight
September 11
John Henley
Sue High
September 12
Mike Bieniek
Janelle Wilkerson
September 13
Hunter Jones
Jay Lancaster
Robert Miller
September 14
Marta Wherren
September 15
Myra Davis
September 16
Katherine Armstrong
Mary Helen Hamlet
Dick Hensdale
September 17
Anne Gregory
September 18
Matthew Richardson
September 19
Wren Horn
Debby Nasekos
September 20
Kenly Dine
Charlotte Dulaney
Jennifer Smith
Jim Smith
September 22
Stephanie Keller
September 23
Doris Apple
September 24
Caroline Tew
September 25
Chris Dempster
Alana Hix
Parker Howard
Ben Luper
Laney Ross
Jessica Scott
September 26
Ryan Craig
Jeanette Flowers
Sam Pate
September 28
Pam Shabram
Jason Walters
Gregory Whitley
September 29
JT Jaisankar
September 30
Hannah Gray
Phillip Pugh
October 1
Mia Bostic
Elizabeth Brookover
Jordan Courter
Steve Funkhouser
Griffith Puryear
October 2
Jim Brookover
Rick Daniel
Adam Kubinski
October 3
Graham Blanton
Joseph Hatcher
October 4
Lennox High
October 5
Claire Black
Will Madsen
Charlotte Shepherd
Charlene Wyatt
October 6
Richard Harkey
Teagan Smith
Dare Wright
October 7
Lara Galaviz
Pat Register
October 8
Craig Pryzgoda
October 9
McKinley Teal
October 10
Richard Everett
Zane Futrell
Hudson Tally
October 11
Ken Haight
Kamellia High
October 12
Margaret Birke
October 13
Jake Hunter
October 15
Jamie Hurley
Gina Locklear
Mary Taylor
October 16
Brianna Andre
Vance Neal
Gary Morris
October 17
Cindy Bingham
Timothy Brown
John Fueyo
Chris Godfrey
Judy Norris
October 18
Rae Ashley
Kelly Puryear
October 19
Mara Brown
Steve Runkle
October 20
Jamie Ammons
LoLo Bieniek
Shea Bieniek
Dakota Wright
October 21
Kyle Andre
John Batdorff
Jonathan Dent
Bettina Graham
Matt Kettler
James Taylor
October 22
Dot Miller
Kimberly Richardson
October 23
Sharon Smith
October 24
Sabrina Brooks
Collins Bullard
Martha Russel
Stewart Smith
Hannah Taylor
October 25
Maya Bunker
Janet Collie
Elias Ingraham
Rebecca Maier
October 26
October 27
Daniel Messier
Will Middleton
Emma Stack
October 28
Russ Conaway
October 29
Bennet Lewis
Charley Lewis
Sam Lewis
Rachel Madsen
October 30
Dolores Neal
Jay Berry
William Brooks
Nicky Guy
Josh Reid
Melba Walker
Memorials and Honoraria
Memorials have been given to the glory of God in the memory of:
Bea Mathis by: Cliff and Pat Spiller
Jim Kizer by: Beth Keever, Ann & Buzz Loyd, Riddle Farms, Hoke County Sand
Company, Moorman, Kizer & Reitzel, Ted Futrell, Berry & Helen Bostic, Wes & Lucy Jones, Lynda Clark, Tim & Vicki Richardson
Ken Register by: Edward & Alma Lynn
Special Gifts Were Given To: Community Fund, Beyer Endowment, Columbarium
Haymount United Methodist Church
1700 Fort Bragg Road Fayetteville, NC 28303 910 484 0181
Lead Pastor
Rev. Allen Bingham allenbingham@haymountumc com
Pastor
Rev. Donald Warren donaldwarren@haymountumc.com
Director of Contemporary Worship
Katie Powers katie@haymountumc com
Director of Traditional Worship
Wes Lockfaw weslockfaw@haymountumc com
Director of Children and Families Ministries
Rachel Madsen rachel.madsen@haymountumc.com
Director of Youth Ministries
Jessica Scott jessica@haymountumc com
Director of Special Projects
Karen Barkman karen.barkman@haymountumc.com
Director of Finance
Nicole Andre nicole@haymountumc com
Communications Coordinator
Morgan Bunker morgan@haymountumc.com
Book Study with Pastor Allen Desiring God’s Will
Most people think of God’s will as something to be found or as the receiving of guidance from God when making decisions. Too often, however, the problem is not that we don’t know what God desires for our lives, but rather that we just don’t want to do what we already know he wants. How might our wills be changed so that we become both willing and able to do what God asks of us? In Desiring God’s Will psychologist and spiritual director David G. Benner explores the transformation of the will in Christian spirituality. He examines why our desires are disordered and how our human volition can be brought into alignment with God’s intentions so that we willingly choose that which God wants for us
Join Pastor Allen, beginning September 10, at one of his classes offered at 10:00 AM on Wednesday or at 6:00 PM on Wednesday evenings To register you can visit our website, or contact Nicole in our church office
Beginning Thursday, September 4 at 7 pm and running for 12 sessions in the Commons Room, Wes Lockfaw will be offering a study based on Richard Foster’s Celebration of Discipline which is listed in Christianity Today’s top ten religious books of the twentieth century. Hailed by many as the best modern book on Christian spirituality, Celebration of Discipline explores the "classic Disciplines," or central spiritual practices, of the Christian faith Dividing the Disciplines into three movements of the Spirit, Foster shows how each of these areas contribute to a balanced spiritual life
The individual cost of materials is $20 To sign up, email weslockfaw@haymountumc com
A Fresh Beginning
Kicking off our 2025-2026 School Year!
The 2025-2026 Haymount UMC Preschool School year kicks off on September 2! We are excited to welcome a new group of young learners, and returning students alike! We would like to remind our congregation that there are still a few openings in all of our class levels! We would love to have the opportunity to teach and minister to your little one. For information on registration, a tentative 2025-2026 calendar, and all pertinent registration forms, you can visit the Preschool page on our church webpage!
We are also still in need of substitute teachers for our 2025-2026 school year. We offer competitive pay and flexible hours that allow our substitute teachers to work either as much or as little as they would like throughout the year. If you are interested in applying, please contact our preschool director Laurie Ashley at (910) 484- 5646 or HUMCpreschool@haymountumc.com
lFor two decades, our congregational care team has lovingly offered a service that touches the very heart of our church community At Home Communion. This tradition, which began with the inspiring vision of Dorothy Funkhouser, has blossomed into a heartfelt mission, with a devoted group of eight volunteers currently bringing communion to 14 individuals across five long-term care facilities in the Fayetteville area.
As we look to the future, we’re excited about the potential for this program to flourish even more! With your support and involvement, we can rekindle the original spirit of At-Home Communion and extend its blessings to our homebound members, allowing them to partake in this meaningful experience from the comfort of their own homes.
If you feel called to serve in this ministry or know someone who would benefit from receiving at-home communion, we warmly invite you to reach out to Katherine Pugh at 910-797-9278
HUMC KIDS HUMC KIDS
This summer has been a summer of God's provisions!HEprovided children, volunteers, fun, fair weather and opportunities to serve in abundance andwithgenerosity!Children and Families Ministries started the summer off with Summer Tweens Days. We met several times this summer with3rd through 5thgraders, playing games, completing serviceprojects, working on Tween Marketprojects and having fun together!Next came our serviceproject of collectingpool toys for Camp Rockfish. We gathered many items for the campers to enjoy all summer long!After that came Abundance Orchard VBS. We had about 30children ages 3 years old through Fifthgrade. We had fun enjoying dinner together and learning about God's abundant love for us over the three evenings. During VBSwe collected money for Society of St. Andrew ($117.18inpocket change) as well as non-perishables for Urban Ministries (over 500pounds withthe help of our congregation)!Our last big activity of the summer was Day Camp at Camp Rockfish. We had 40children attend thisyear!For family events we held Family Swim Day at Camp Rockfishand Aloha Summer.
Notjust "thankyou," butgratitude and love, go out to all those that supported HUMC Kids along with Children and Families Ministries over the summer. Whether you: lent a hand to help prepare for VBS, served a meal at VBS, volunteered in a Sunday School classroom, volunteered with Day Camp/VBS/Tweens Day/Aloha Summer, or prayed for our children/events/activities no act of service or support was unseen or unappreciated! The support of our Haymount congregation and community makes our Children and Families Ministries complete. Withgratitude, love and blessings from Ms. Rachel
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Fall Family Fellowship
Join us on Sunday, October 19 from 3:00-5:00 PM at Camp Rockfish for our Family Fellowship Day! We will enjoy hayrides, s’mores and time on Big Pines Playground! All are welcome, and this event is free! IF you would like to attend, RSVP to Rachel Madsen by September 28! For questions or to RSVP email Rachel at rachel.madsen@haymountumc.com
Save the Date! November 15, 2025! Haymount UMC's Children and Families Ministries invites our Haymount family -- that's everyone, not just those with young children -- for a day of SANDboarding, kite flying and great fun at Jockey's Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC! Reservations will be required for this trip no later than October 12. Stay tuned for more information!
TRUNK OR TREAT
n us for our annual Trunk or Treat October 5! We invite you to come d enjoy an evening of Halloween fun the entire family! This event is free and open to the public! e are in need of trunks to register, well as candy donations to make this vent possible. Please make sure all andy donations are nut-free. If you re interested, please contact Rachel Madsen
Beginning September 10, our Tweens will resume meeting weekly on Wednesday Evenings from 6:30 PM- 7:30 PM. If you have a 3rd-5 grade student interested in participating, contact Rachel Madsen for more information! th
For more information: rachel.madsen@haymountumc.com
Music Ministry News
Children’s Choir Returns
Beginning on September 10
The fall season is almost here and we have some exciting news for children ages 3 through 5th grade! This year, there will again be two children’s choirs, the Cherubs (ages 3 – preschool, Room 210) and Gabriels (Grades K – Grade 5, Room 220) Rehearsals will take place each Wednesday from 5 – 5:45 pm. This year’s theme, Finding Your Voice, is based on Ephesians 4:15, “We will speak the truth with love. We will grow up in every way to be like Christ.” The phrase “finding your voice” has become an expression that refers to discovering who we are, what we value, and what we want to communicate to the world. This year, children will grow in faith and confidence as they learn what it means to find and use their voices to worship and praise God, pray, encourage and speak words of kindness, speak up for those who need help, and share the Good News of Jesus This ministry is open to Haymount members and others, so be sure to invite a friend!
Phantom of the Opera
October 12 at 4 PM
Haymount’s Music for a Great Space Series kicks of a new year of exciting music with the 1925 classic film, Phantom of the Opera starring Lon Chaney and accompanied by renowned organist, Dorothy Papadakos. This performance will include a large screen experience complete with popcorn and all the trappings of a night at the theatre!
The film is an adaptation of Gaston Leroux's novel and follows the story of a disfigured musical genius, known as the Phantom, who haunts the Paris Opera House He becomes infatuated with Christine Daaé, a talented young singer, and uses his influence to help her rise to stardom while simultaneously terrorizing the opera house's management. The Phantom's obsession leads to tragic consequences as he attempts to win Christine's love, ultimately resulting in a dramatic confrontation with her true love, Raoul de Chagny This is a performance that promises fun for families and cinema and music lovers of all ages!
Dorothy Papadakos is an American concert organist, composer, lyricist, playwright, and author She is the former organist at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City, the first female organist to hold that post. She was also organist for the Paul Winter Consort at the cathedral's Easter and Christmas services and performed with the ensemble on their Grammy Award-winning album Silver Solstice, released in 2005.
Doors for the performance open at 3:30 pm on Sunday, October 12 For a complete series lineup, pick up a brochure found in the foyers of the church
First Steps in Music Returns Come Make Music With Us!
First steps in music is a curriculum for children ages birth to Age 3 and their caregivers In our classes, children and their grown-up will explore music and musical concepts through bounces, wiggles, action songs, vocal exploration, movement exploration, ball rolling, playing instruments, and singing!
This class is a wonderful opportunity to expose your child to music, help your child interact with other children a similar age, and bond with your child
Please feel free to message Jenae Dwornicki if you have any questions by emailing her at jnmaley@gmail com!
To register, you can scan the QR code here, or visit our website!
AGO Halloween Spooktacular!
The Fayetteville Sandhills Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will present its 2025Halloween Spooktacular at Haymount again this year on Friday, October 17 at 7 pm Doors will open at 6:15 pm The performance features an array of music appealing to all ages including some of the spookiest tunes in TV and cinema. While the cast will be costumed, audience members are also invited to come in costume if they desire. And of course, there will be treats for all of our youngest attendees! A freewill offering will be received
Introducing Choirs for All Ages!
Cherub Choir (Ages 3 – Kindergarten) – Room 120
Wednesdays 5-5:45 pm beginning September 10
Gabriel Choir (Grades 1-5) – Room 220
This Choir includes Singing & Handbells Wednesdays 5-5:45 pm beginning September 10
Youth Worship Arts (Grades 6-12) – Rooms 220 & 222
This year’s emphasis is on drama. Handbells and Vocal Ensemble will also be offered to those interested in either of those musical ensembles. Wednesdays 5-6:30 pm beginning September 10
Men’s Chorale (Ages 15 and up) – Sanctuary Wednesdays 6:30-7 pm beginning September 17
The Carillonneurs (Adult Handbells) – Room 220 Thursdays 5:30-7 pm beginning September 4
Chancel Choir (Ages 14 and Older) – Choir Room Wednesdays 7-8:30 pm beginning September 3
2026 Summer Mission Trips
Are you interested in joining us?
Next summer, the mission team church is planning two different international mission trips. We again anticipate a medical and construction team trip to El Salvador in July 2026. In addition to that, we are planning a leadership trip to Kenya. The Kenya trip is planned for the month of June. We are in the early planning stages, but hope to have full information about the Kenya trip before mid September.
If you want more information or are interested in joining us in El Salvador, please contact Wes Jones [910-977-2568 or jwesjonesmd@gmail.com].
If you are interested in joining us in Kenya in June or want more information, please contact Karen Barkman at barkmandk@ gmail.com or text 910-818-9050.
We know it’s early, but with many people already securing plans for Summer 2026, we need to be booking hotel rooms, and times with different organizations.
Think about it. Pray about it. Is this the year for you to go on an international mission trip?
Finance Update
From your Finance Committee
The finance committee continues to be optimistic about what we’re seeing in the life and finances of our church. We are so grateful for your continued support of Haymount and its programs. As of the end of July,we’ve received $739kof the $1.36M budget (roughly54%). We’ve spent 52% of the budget leaving us with a current surplus of ~$30k.
In addition to our operating budget, we depend on many other revenue streams to support our church’s upkeep and programs We are blessed to have had many church members who recognized the value of endowments; funds that will growing indefinitely while contributing a portion of the growth annually to our many needs These endowments are specified for children’s ministries, missions, music and building upkeep to name a few If you’re interested in one of these specific areas or one of your own and would like to contribute to a fund that will continue to grow and do good work for decades to come- please reach out to Nicole in the church office or Lucy Jones with your questions
In addition to endowment support, the most recent yard sale generated almost $7k which will support music in both the traditional and contemporary services. The yard sale started in an effort to financially support medical mission trips to Bolivia almost 3 decades ago but has since expanded its support to other Haymount ministries. In addition to financial support of Haymount, the yard sale offers fellowship opportunities for members who get involved with the pricing and selling of goods and offer nice items to the community at a fraction of the cost. If you would like to get involved in this mission- please reach out to Karen Barkman.
The trustees continue to work through a list of much needed Haymount updates. I’m sure many of you have noticed the magnolia tree's removal due to the damage it was causing to the adjacent walkway. As much as I’ll miss the magnolia- I love the beauty of the walkway arches that are now so much more apparent In late August, you will see windows being replaced (with Andersen windows) and new siding going up You will also notice new handicap plates being added to multiple doors at the church to aid in easier access as well as additional exterior cameras for security Simultaneously, trustees are receiving bids to replace the air handlers for the New Life Center The trustee’s jobs appear to be endless-we are so very grateful for all the time and energy they spend helping to maintain and update the church building
In the last newsletter, I mentioned starting a fund to begin replacing the stained-glass coverings on the sanctuary so we can see the stained glass from the outside of the church In just two months, we ’ ve received $15,000 If you would like to contribute toward this update OR any other specific update/ministry in the church- please just identify your gift in the memo line.
If you have any questions about how your pledged dollars are used or any of these updates- please reach out. Also- if you have a background in business or finance and have an interest in joining this committee- please let me know. We are always looking for great minds to help join and lead our committees.
Warmly-
Mandy
Barkman Middleton (on behalf of the Finance Committee)
Seeds of Wealth:
The Histories of Planting and Growing our Endowment Funds
The Endowment Committee has some special summer reading for everyone We are delighted to announce that the history of each of our 17 endowments is now on our church website We wanted to save and honor this wonderful HUMC history for everyone. Simply go to the “Give” tab on our website and open the Endowment Section. Enjoy reading these short yet meaningful histories that highlight how and why these endowments were started and the interesting lives of the current and past donors. Below you will find a complete list of our current HUMC Endowment Funds.
Mission and Ministry Funds
The Marlin Stewart Fund
Dayton Dawson Fund
Nellie Smith Arts Fund
Ammons-Ciriano Memorial
Scholarship Fund
Senior Adult Ministries Fund
General Missions Fund
Mary Evelyn Cross Hayes Fund
Tony and Karen Argo Fund
Barkman Mission Fund
Lyon Memorial Church Fund
Hedgecoe-Bergland Fund
Raye Hensdale Fund
Facility Funds
Ruth Jones Facilities Fund
Fred and Rennie Beyer Fund
Wesley Heights Church Fund
General Funds
HUMC Endowment Fund
Christ Church Fund
Available Altar Flower Dates
We have no remaining dates available for Altar Flower reservations in 2025. If you would like to reserve a Sunday in 2026, please call the Church Office and we would be happy to assist you!
Join the United Methodist Men
All men in the church are invited to join The United Methodist Men for their monthly breakfast on the second Saturday of the month at 8:00 AM in the New Life Center Breakfast is free and all are welcome! The next breakfast is September 13!
Trustees Update
Submitted by Donald Warren
A lot of work is visible around our campus as the replacement of windows and siding on the education building has begun! This project, at a cost of about $197,000, is a greatly needed repair and refurbishment that will bring greater heating and air efficiency through new windows, and a beautification of the building by replacing the aging and damaged siding with new hardie board siding that will last for many years to come. Other projects have been happening around the campus as well, with the sad but necessary removal of the magnolia tree, which has been replaced by fresh sod bringing a cleaner and brighter appearance to the front of the church
Several exterior doors are being retrofitted with door-opening devices to assist with heavy and bulky doors Devices are being installed at the ramp door to the Fellowship Hall, the Cloister Door to the Fellowship Hall area, the Cape Fear Avenue entrance to
Construction on our columbarium will hopefully begin soon, after a delay on the part of the architectural firm We expect to see lots of construction traffic happening on the Cape Fear Avenue side of the sanctuary in the very near future! If you have not yet purchased a niche, you can contact Nicole Andre in the church office for assistance.
If you want to help our Trustees with the many needs of our facilities and grounds, please make a contribution to our facilities fund. Our trustees are using these funds to address the maintenance and repair needs of our church.
Liturgical Ramblings
With Donald Warren
October 4 – Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi
St. Francis is famous for his love of nature and animals, famously preaching to birds and befriending a wolf. He advocated for a life of poverty, considering it true freedom and a way to connect with God, and he dedicated his life to helping the poor and sick, showing compassion and humility.
October 5 – World Communion Sunday
Observed on the first Sunday in October, World Communion Sunday celebrates the unity and diversity of the universal Christian community. As we gather around the Lord’s table, we recognize our unity in Christ, joining with others worldwide in Holy Communion Beginning in the Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) in 1936, the observance was adopted by the National Council of Churches in 1940
October 31 – Reformation Sunday
According to Philip Melanchthon, October 31, 1517 was the day Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-five Theses on the door of the All Saints' Church in Wittenberg, Germany The holiday is significant for the Lutheran and Reformed Churches, and other Protestant communities also commemorate the day the Sanctuary, and the New Life Center lobby These will hopefully be operational within a few weeks
If you had the privilege of knowing Ann McAlister, you were undoubtedly touched by her passion for inspiring a love for learning in children. An avid reader throughout her life, Ann inherited this gift from her mother and lovingly passed it down to her son, John Michael. Over her career as an educator, Ann had the remarkable opportunity to transform the lives of countless children, each one a testament to her hard work and heartfelt dedication. She thrived as a tutor, reveling in the joy of witnessing her students flourish not only in their reading skills but also in their self-confidence. Ann’s legacy embodies the essence of nurturing growth and her selflessness and large heart were truly one in a million Ann's legacy lives on vibrantly within the walls of Haymount United Methodist Church, where her profound love for children's literature has blossomed into a cherished initiative known as Ann's Book Nook Established in the wake of her passing in October 2024, this free library stands as a testament to her unwavering passion for nurturing young minds through the joy of reading. Thanks to the generosity of a devoted donor, we have created a welcoming space where children of all ages are invited to explore a treasure trove of books, free to take home without the expectation of return. This initiative not only provides access to literature but also encourages a spirit of generosity, inviting families to contribute their own beloved books for others to enjoy. Ann's impact on the community is palpable, as her love for learning continues to inspire and uplift countless children, fostering curiosity and a lifelong appreciation for reading. We invite you to visit Ann's Book Nook, where Ann’s passion for teaching children continues to make an impact on the world around us.
Unlocking God’s Abundance
Our 2025 Stewardship Campaign
Congregations that approach financial stewardship from a biblical perspective do not view the money Christians give to their church merely as a way to pay its bills. Rather, such congregations see financial contributions as a way to help people grow spiritually in their relationship with God by supporting their church’s mission and ministry with a percentage of their incomes
During the month of October, we will be exploring God’s calling for us surrounding financial giving through our Stewardship Campaign Our Stewardship Campaign will conclude on October 26, Consecration Sunday. Consecration Sunday is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the giver to give for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the church to receive We are encouraging our congregation toward proportionate and systematic giving in response to the question, “what percentage of my income is God calling me to give?” More information is to come regarding specific plans for Consecration Sunday as well as our stewardship campaign Keep an eye out on our website and on Sunday mornings to learn more
HUMC HUMCYOUTH YOUTHNEWS NEWS
JEREMIAH PROJECT UPDATE
From July 20 to July 26 a group of young people from our Church attended The Jeremiah Project in West Virginia The Jeremiah project is a week long service project for middle and high school students that allows them to make positive impacts in the local community through construction projects. Our Students spent their days working on construction projects, worship and devotional time, and building lasting relationships with each other and other youth from other churches Our youth director, Jessica Scott, stated that she witnessed unprecedented spiritual growth in this group of young people She specifically noted how well our youth stepped up and took on leadership roles and opportunities with grace and confidence If you have a teen that is interested in learning more about attending Jeremiah Project next summer, or learning more about how to become involved in our Youth Group, contact Jessica Scott at jessica@haymountumc.com
YOUTH GROUP RESUMES
Beginning September 10, our Youth Group will resume meeting on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM and Youth Worship Arts will resume on Wednesday Evening at 5:45 PM
2026 MISSION TRIP CONFIRMATION CLASSES
Our church is planning a site visit with Zoe Empowers in Kenya in June of 2026 Youth are welcome to join this trip if they would like to see Zoe at work. More information will be coming from our mission committee in the coming weeks, if you have questions or would like to learn more, please contact Karen Barkman at barkmandk@gmail com
Confirmation is a continuation of what god started in baptism and a continuation of what god started in the community of faith at a child’s baptism Confirmation is the time when your teenager confirms the vows taken on their behalf in infant baptism, and is a communal experience where the church sees the faithfulness of God at work in your teenager This class teaches the basics of the Christian faith and the basic of United Methodism to teenagers This class is held at 4PM on Sundays and is open to teenagers that have not yet been confirmed and especially all middle schoolers Classes will meet on the dates below, to register your teen email Donald Warren by September 5 at donaldwarren@haymountumc.com
September 7 September 28 November 16
September 14
October 26
September 21 November 2
November 24
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Garage Sale Thank You From Your Garage Sale Team
At our Summer Garage Sale, we were able to raise around $7000! This money has been divided equally between 9:00 and 11:00 AM worship services for use with music and arts. We want to extend a huge “thank you ” to everyone who donated items, purchased items, spent hours pricing items for the sale, and helped with the set up and clean up process! Without all of you, these sales would not be possible. So many individuals worked long hours, and their hard work does not go unnoticed.
Our next garage sales will be held on October 17 &18 and November 21st & 22 and will benefit Habitat for Humanity and the HUMC Missions Fund. Put these dates on your calendar and tell you friends! We are already accepting donations, and have begun pricing items in the basement!
On October 18 , during our Holiday Garage Sale, The United Methodist Men will be selling BBQ for you to enjoy in our NLC or to take home to enjoy! They will be selling lunch from 11am-2pm and all are invited to join to help support the United Methodist Men! United Women in Faith will be selling desserts, too!
El Salvador Mission Trip Recap
Submitted by Dr. Wes Jones
Our Haymount mission team to El Salvador had an amazing trip in July with lots of spirit-filled encounters. One story helps describe the July El Salvador mission team impact: soon after arrival, one of our team members became ill. After a medical evaluation, we laid hands and offered prayer for our team member, and he was healed! This prompted a discussion with the Ahuachapan nurses to offer a prayer team working alongside our medical team. On the intake form, patients visiting the medical clinic were asked if they wished to see our prayer team as well as our medical team. Of 290 patients, over half answered “Yes!” The prayer session was personalized to allow specific prayer requests Many left with tears in their eyes, including an aging pastor Adela, a nurse, commented: “The prayer team has been such a blessing for our people ”
Submitted by Wes Jones
MERCI Center Mission Work
Hygiene Kits and Fall Visit
With back to school season coming to an end, we will no longer be accepting school supplies for the MERCI Center, and instead will be working to collect supplies for their much needed Hygiene Kits. We are in need of Hand Towels, Washcloths, Combs, Toenail and Fingernail Clippers, 3.0 Ounce Bars of Soap (cannot be Jergans or Ivory brand), Adult Toothbrushes, 10 Packs of Adhesive Bandages, and One-Gallon Size Resealable Bags All items must be new and unused Please bring all items to the designated box outside of the Church Office For questions or concerns, please contact Laurie Doherty at 910-988-4265
We will be assembling these kits when we visit the MERCI Center on September 27th! We will meet at the Church at 8am and drive to the Merci Center in Goldsboro NC Carpool options will be available If you are interested in learning more about visiting the MERCI Center with us, contact Laurie Doherty at 910-988-4265
UWFaith Fall Update
Submitted by Joann Stanford
The North Carolina Conference United Women in Faith (UWFaith) theme for 2025 is FAITH using Hebrews 11:1 - "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see "" as the scripture
In faith we begin meeting in September In faith we trust many women will join us In faith we will serve women, children and youth We provided socks for the homeless at Operation In-As-Much, had monthly birthday parties at a local rest home, donated to the Fayetteville Advocacy Center, Cumberland County DSS teenage Foster Children, Fayetteville Urban Ministry Find-aFriend program, HUMC Preschool, youth mission projects, Methodist Home for Children, NCC Disaster Relief, and Partners in Ministry. In faith we hope to continue helping these and other projects.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8. Mark your calendar. A police officer will meet with u in the Commons Room at 1:15 and again at 6:30 to inform us about Women's Safety and Scams YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS INFORMATIVE SESSION
UWFaith will sell desserts at WEF September 17
NCC UWFaith will have its Annual Meeting Saturday, October 4 at Haymount United Church All women are invited to attend
Please plan to join us in the New Life Center at noon for lunch and bingo! Only one request, please call or text Katherine Pugh at 910-7979278 to let her know that you are planning on attending. As always, thank you to the Senior Adult Endowment Funds for making this possible We hope to see you there!
MomCo is an international organization whose mission is to encourage and equip moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women, and leaders in relationship with Jesus and in partnership with the local church MomCo at HUMC kicks off its third year with our fi rst meeting on Thursday, September 11th
We invite all mothers (and expectant mothers) of children ages birth through Kindergarten to join us this year at our monthly meetings, occurring on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5:30-7:00pm in room 210. Childcare is provided for ages birth through Kindergarten.
At our monthly meetings we enjoy time to fellowship with other moms, engage in meaningful discussions, and grow in our faith and God-given calling as mothers We joyfully anticipate many fun activities we have planned throughout the year
If you, or someone you know, is interested in joining MomCo at HUMC, we would LOVE to have you! Please reach out to us at haymountmops@haymountumc com for more information about joining our next meeting or event
Calendar of Events September & October 2025
Thursday, September 11: MomCo Meeting 5:30-7:00 (HUMC Room 210), childcare provided Thursday, September 18: Family Cookout 6:00-7:30 (The Lewis Home), families welcome Saturday, October 5: HUMC Trunk-or-Treat 3:00-5:00 (HUMC, Pearl St. Lot), families welcome Thursday, October 9: MomCo Meeting 5:30-7:00 (HUMC, Room 210), childcare provided
The Blessing of The Pets Honoring All of God’s Creations
Save the date for our upcoming Blessing of The Pets service! We are welcoming dogs, cats, and other animals to join us on our front lawn, where we will be blessing animals from all around our community. Pets will be welcomed in shifts, offering “drive through” options to pets who cannot be leashed. We also invite members of the community to bring a photo, ashes, leash, or collar for a blessing for an animal that has passed There are more details to come about this exciting community event! We hope to see you and your beloved animals there!
Stephen Minister Spotlight
Kristina Prince
Stephen Ministers offer Christ-centered care to people in the congregation and the community experiencing life difficulties. As an Army retiree, firefighter/EMT, and public school teacher, I see people everyday that need assistance in some way. Mental health wellness should be a priority for everyone and being a Stephen Minister has given me the skills and ability to reach these people on a different level. My goal as a Stephen Minister is to offer God's light to everyone I come in contact with, and bring them out of their darkness.
Cumberland Road Elementary School Partnership (CRESP)
It’s back to school time! We’re ready to continue our ministry with Cumberland Road Elementary School. If you would like to donate supplies, we can still use the following items: NON-SPIRAL composition books, pencils, Back Packs, colored sticky notes, Expo dry-erase markers, band aids ( all sizes), tissues, hand sanitizer, erasers ( pink square and pencil tops), boys and girls underwear ( sizes 4-8), elastic waist shorts, pants, or leggings
If you would like to volunteer, please contact Denise Rowe by email at Beachyneesy@aol.com There are many ways you can help. Be a lunch buddy. Read to or with a child. Help a teacher. Help at the Book Fair or Field Day. Work with children who need individual assistance. The time you spend with these children is uplifting! Please include your phone number in your email so I can put it in my contacts. My email will come back to you as Margaret Rowe, but it’s still me!
Wednesday Evening Fellowship Returns!
We look forward to seeing you at WEF this fall, as you join us for fellowship, food and community. You should have received an email in late August with all the menus and links to register for the whole season or for individual meals as well as to sign up for assisting in some way We need about 12 volunteers each week to make this ministry function Please look for the time to work that fits your schedule. To sign up for volunteering, please call Carol Lloyd 910-988-1803 or Susan Black 910-988-1238.
PLEASE NOTE THE NEW OPTION: When you register for your meal, either online or on Sunday with an envelope, please read the options carefully We now offer an UPSize version of the regular meal for our heartier appetites at $10 When registering online, you will first choose Adult Regular Meal THEN CLICK THE UPSIZE BOX BELOW Trouble registering for the meal, contact Nicole in the church office no later than 5 PM on Mondays
Sept 10 Publix chicken and potluck; no reservation required, just bring a dish for 6 and enjoy being back together!
Sept 17 MiCasita fajitas with rice or beans, lettuce, tomato, chips and salsa GF options available
Kid’s choice: Tacos
United Women in Faith selling desserts
Sept 24 Sammio’s choice of lasagna or chicken alfredo, salad bar, breadstick GF pasta and marinara, salad bar
Kid’s choice: plain spaghetti noodles with butter and parmesan, fruit, roll
Oct 1 Blackmon’s catering Turkey, dressing, green beans, roll
GF Turkey, corn, green beans
Kid’s choice: chicken nuggets, fruit, chips
Oct 8 Southern Coals Pulled pork, coleslaw, boiled potatoes, roll
GF pulled pork, coleslaw, mashed potatoes
Kid’s choice: hot dog, fruit, chips
Oct 15 MiCasita enchiladas and quesadillas, rice or beans, lettuce, tomato, chips and salsa
GF options available
No kid’s choice
Oct 22 Hunan Sesame chicken or Moo goo gai pan, rice, and egg roll
GF Moo goo gai pan and rice
Kid’s choice: chicken nuggets, fruit, chips
Oct 29 Culver’s burgers or chicken sandwich, fries, coleslaw, or curds, frozen custard
GF options available
No kid’s choice
Nov 5 Chason’s Stew Beef with rice, cabbage, yam souffle, roll
GF Stew beef with rice, cabbage, sweet potato
Kid’s choice: Hot dog, fruit, chips
Nov 12 MiCasita rice bowl with chicken and veggies, chips and salsa
GF options available
Kid’s choice: quesadilla, rice, fruit
Nov 19 Spaghetti from St. Constantine and Helen Greek Church, salad bar, bread
GF Pasta and marinara, salad bar
Kid’s choice: plain spaghetti noodles with butter and parmesan, fruit, roll
Dec 3 Chason’s fried chicken, field peas, mashed potatoes and gravy, roll
GF Roasted chicken, field peas, mashed potatoes
No kid’s choice (can substitute fruit for field peas)
Dec 10 Mellow Mushroom Pizza, salad bar
GF options available No kid’s choice
