May & June Newsletter HAYMOUNT UMC
A Note From the Pastor
Sisters and Brothers in Christ:
Greetings in the Name of Jesus Christ -- the Risen One!
We gathered on Easter to shout, "Christ is risen! He is risen indeed!" This translation of the Greek Easter greeting (Χριστός ἀνέστη! –Ἀληθῶς ἀνέστη! or Khristós anésti! – Alethós anésti!) originating from the testimony of the angels at the tomb, beckons us to the glorious triumph of our God Paul's begins his summary of the faith "For I handed on to you as of first importance what I in turn had received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures, and that he was buried, and that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the scriptures" (1 Corinthians 15:3).
Sometimes, we are tempted to make too much of our Christian faith and forget that the good news (gospel) begins with a simple statement of faith The point is that Jesus died, was buried, was raised from the dead on the third day, and will return in glory, or as our communion liturgy states: "Christ has died Christi has risen Christ will come again "
I invite you to think back to the Sund Sunday On this Sunday, we celebrate through our worship spaces, and we j Origen of Alexandria, a third-century congregation to reexamine one part o Remember that Jesus sent the disciple to ride into Jerusalem "Homily 37" as You are the colt Why does the Son o What does he seek from you? He needs your salvation He wants yo of sin
How do Origen's questions rest with need of you? What does the Lord see be unbound from sin and set free for chasing after something else? If the O come again is the Lord, what is your n thing the Lord needs you to do?
May-June 2025
Discerning an answer to these questions can be difficult. Fortunately, Jesus promised us that our God would send "the Advocate (or helper), the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you " (John 14:26) In the coming weeks we will be spending time together in corporate worship and teaching and personal learning paying attention to the Holy Spirit I invite you to purchase a copy of The Seven Secrets of the Spirit-Filled Life: Daily Renewal, Purpose & Joy When You Partner with the Holy Spirit by Jack Levison from your favorite bookstore (we also have copies at the office). Levison, an Old Testament scholar at Perkins School of Theology, will help us encounter the Holy Spirit throughout the scripture story. Each day from Easter to Pentecost, we will have a short meditation, a simple prayer, and a breathing exercise to sense God's spirit filling our lungs (and hearts)
During the Easter season, we will also welcome Daniel
May & June Birthdays
May 2
Kelsey Puryear
Mike Unruh
May 3
Jennifer Joyner
Paige McMillan
Lockett Tally
May 5
Bevan Grice
Sandy Hurley
May 6
Mary Lynn Howie
Daniel Hurley
May 7
Adam Abendanio
Juliana Norris
May 8
Donna Frazelle
Cole Herring
Greyson Reid
May 9
Bill Farr
Leigh Anne Grice
May 10
Adam Lynch
May 11
Benjamin Howie
Carolyn Merritt
May 12
Jazmin Aprile Beaman
Brian Canady
Caroline Madsen
May 13
Jamie Lancaster
May 14
Donald M Warren
May 16
Isaac Fields
May 17
Margaret Davis
Ava Reid
May 18
Elizabeth Dean
Ryan High
Serenity High
Jon David Scott
May 19
Ethan Herring
May 21
Susan Maier
Elizabeth Mathis
May 22
Lois J Plummer
May 23
Beth Bunce
Greg High
May 24
Sherry Phillips
May 25
Melissa Mazzone Blanding
Matthew Brookover
Brackett Grice
Susan Guy
May 26
D’Ana Grimes
Rylie Stanley
May 27
Ken Lewis
May 28
Ruth Davis
Paul Delph
Laurie Doherty
Ann Nelms
Pat Williford
May 30
Regan Stanley
May 31
Will Brooks
June 1
Madison Neal
June 2
Mark Fincher
June 3
Jackson Scott
Jaye White
Mark White
June 4
Noah Rowlette
June 6
Colton Luper
June 7
Faith Parese
June 8
Kate Maxwell
Cliff Spiller
June 9
Sara Montgomery
Scott Parese
John Shelander
June 11
William Lee Bingham
June 13
Frank Wheeler
June 14
Lynda Clark
Angela Neal
Susan Swain
June 15
Matt Lynch
Jamie Moore
June 16
Sandra Fincher
June 18
Dale Middleton
Cruz Parese
June 20
Owen Hesskamp
Cheryl Wilkes
June 21
Carol Ann Tally
June 22
Sharron Brown
Libby Daniel
Grady Horn
Mallory Howard
June 23
Terry Owen
June 24
Noah Feldmeyer
Bob Speir
June 26
Jim Ammons
Oscar Davis
June 27
Anna Bruner
Christian Parese
June 28
Ronald Joel
Mike Jones
June 30
Seth Barkman
Memorials and Honoraria
Memorials have been given to the glory of God in the memory of:
Jeb Bingham by: Tim & Vicki
Richardson, Greg & Taylor Whitley, Jim & Sue Smith, Woody & Carole Wells
Nancy Dunn by: Barrington Bible Class, Rick & Brenda Booth, Sarah Meoni, Mark & Kim Hurley, Cliff & Pat Spiller, John & Margaret Wheeler, Julian & Judy Norris, Patricia Howell, Lynda Clark, Roland & Dena Lingle
Robert Birke by: Barrington Bible Class,
Sarah Meoni, Jeannie Lemley, Tony & Angelika Morgan, John Wheeler, Mark & Kim Hurley, Cliff & Pat Spiller, Ken & Lois Plummer, Julian & Judy Norris, Tim & Vicki Richardson, Lynda Clark, Jim & Sue Smith
Ginny Lloyd by: Hector & Glinda Davis, Geraldine Turnquist, Carl & Sandra Ivarsson, Jeffrey Thurner, Sarah Meoni, Laurie Doherty, Thomas Moore, Connie & Stephen Graham, Thomas & Kent Buchter, Ken & Lois Plummer, Jerry & Sharon Paresk, Wes & Lucy Jones, Beverly & Cheryl Storms, Lynda Clark, Jim & Sue Smith, Rick & Brenda Booth, Bill & Becky Spade
Clara Koonce by: Cliff & Pat Spiller
Ruth Ruppe by: Reid & Mary Barker, Cindy Roberts, Lee Taylor & Tammy Bird, Mark & Kim Hurley, Mary Hall, Ken & Lois Plummer, Roland & Dena Lingle
Bryan Weber by: Tim & Vicki Richardson
Carol Gillliand by: Mark & Kim Hurley, Ken & Lois Plummer, Wes & Lucy Jones
Ann McAllister by: Phil & Katherine Pugh, John McAllister
David Frazelle by: Phyllis Bellman & Cynthis Rehm, Ronald & Dena Lingle
Elsie Taylor by: Rick & Brenda Booth, Phil & Katherine Pugh, Bob & Ginny Lou Exum, Bergland Bible Class, Margaret Hedgecoe
Special Gifts Were Given To: Columbarium, Pastors
Discretionary Fund, Kitchen Ministries, Zoe Ministries, Card Ministries, HUMC Preschool, Barkman Endowment, Serenity Garden
Honorariums have been given to the glory of God in the honor of:
Allen Bingham by: Jacqueline Tanenbaum & Kristen Lloyd & Danielle Lafferty
Donald Warren by: Jacqueline Tanenbaum & Kristen Lloyd & Danielle Lafferty
HUMC Care Team by: Jacqueline Tanenbaum & Kristen Lloyd & Danielle Lafferty
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
GriefShare at Haymount UMC
Beginning May 4
A 13-week GriefShare class will begin on May 4 and be held weekly on Sunday afternoons from 2-4 PM. This class will be taught by Dorothy Funkhouser, Connie Burry and Ellen Bowman and will focus on providing valuable guidance and tips to help lead you through the emotions of grief. If you are interested in learning more about this course or are wanting to register to attend, contact Dorothy Funkhouser at dorothy.funkhouser@gmail.com or call our Church Office!
generous local family. This vibrant sign not only enhances our building's visibility but also serves as a dynamic platform to showcase our upcoming programs, service times, and essential church information to all who pass by. With this innovative addition, we are filled with optimism about the opportunities it presents to expand our congregation and enrich our connection with the local community.
HUMC Community Fund
By: Donald Warren
Did you know that HUMC has a “Community Fund” that our pastors can use as a resource for people in need? This fund might provide a tank of gas or a load of groceries for someone in a crisis situation, or maybe a night in a hotel room or a bus ticket for a person in need. It might be enough to help someone catch up on an electric or gas bill to keep the utilities going in the winter cold or the summer heat. Gifts to the Community Fund help us meet these needs.
Our Community Fund has gotten low, and so our ability to help is limited right now. Would you prayerfully consider making a gift to the Community Fund so that we can offer a bit of help and hope to the least, the last, and the lost? Small donations go a long way! As always, thanks for your support and your love for our shared ministry together here at Haymount!
Celebrate Donald Turning 50!
Give to One of our Endowment Funds Today!
Donald is turning 50 on May 14th! Celebrate his birthday by giving a gift to Haymount!
Please consider a gift of $50 to one these Haymount UMC Endowments to support the future of our church!
The Lyon Memorial Church Fund - Supports nursery ministries
The Wesley Heights Fund - Supports building and grounds maintenance
The Fred and Rennie Beyer Fund - Supports piano tuning and maintenance for our church pianos
To give a gift today, contact our Church Office!
Abundance Orchard VBS
VBS will be held July 9-11 (Wednesday through Friday) from 5:30-8.
We’ll learn about stories from the Old Testament in this food security focused curriculum provided by the Society of Saint Andrew. Each night will be open to 3 year old through 5th grade children and will begin with a light, child friendly dinner.
There is a $5 registration fee required for each child no later than June 25th. If you are in need of scholarship, please contact Rachel Madsen for scholarship application information. (rachel.madsen@haymountumc.com
Family Swim Day
Saturday, July 12 2:00 PM at Camp Rockfish
Join our HUMC Kids community for a family swim day at Camp Rockfish July 12 from 2:00 to 5:00.
We’ll swim, have s’mores and have time at Big Pines Playground! Parents/guardians must attend and provide their own transportation. Some life jackets are available, but if your child has their own, please bring it! Registration is available now on our website!
Day Camp at Camp Rockfish
Come experience day camp at Camp Rockfish with your HUMC Kids community! We’ll head out at 8:00am sharp July 28, 29 and 30th to Camp Rockfish in Parkton, NC and will return each day around 4pm. We’ll experience all things Camp Rockfish without the overnight camping. If you’re Kindergarten through 14 years of age, you are invited to join us! Registration is REQUIRED NO LATER THAN JULY 1! Registration fee of $100 per camper is required. This fee includes transportation, lunch and activities. If you need assistance, please see Rachel Madsen for a scholarship application.
Easter Eggstravaganza Thank You
On April 5, the New Life Center was filled with laughter, the scent of popcorn, colors, crafts , games, books and most of all love. Our church gave the community a place to bring their children to experience the grace that we know as Haymount. While working the Photo Booth with the “Easter Bunny” a mother commented what a blessing this was for her. She thanked me profusely as she shared that her daughter was a sickle cell
baby and had just recently come out of the hospital following a sickle cell crisis. She said the event was an answer to her prayers for her daughter -- a place to come and feel joy and not be overtaxed. I stood in the moment knowing I was on Holy Ground. Be a part of the ministry that is HUMC.
by: Paige McMillan
Upcoming Creativity with Christ
Our Creativity with Christ programming will continue in 2025, with our next session will be held on June 29 from 2-4 PM. This month’s programming will be a a patriotic themed craft!
Join us for a star-studded prelude to summer as we celebrate with music fit for a Memorial Day parade! This concert is sure to stir the patriot within us as organist Wes Lockfaw joined by brass quintet, choir, and vocalists take us on a patriotic tour de force. This concert promises something for everyone, so be sure to bring friends, family, neighbors and patriots of all ages! This concert is part of our Music For A Great Space concert series! Admission to this concert is free, and open to this public. All donations accepted during this concert will go towards the continuation of our Music For A Great Space concert series
Easter Fun at April’s Fellowship Lunch
During our Fellowship Lunch on April 17, our attendees had some fun with our Easter Photo Op! Fellowship Lunch is more than just a meal, its a time for fellowship and friendship! We love celebrating the vibrant community we have here at Haymount UMC!
w g d p y pp d y Culver’s in Hope Mills, where a portion of the evening’s sales 10% of all purchases was generously directed to our HUMC Youth Mission Fund. From 5:00 PM to 7:59 PM, the restaurant buzzed with the laughter and conversations of familiar faces, creating an atmosphere rich with fellowship and camaraderie It was a beautiful sight to behold, as members of our Haymount congregation gathered, either dining in the vibrant space or taking their meals to go, all while contributing to a cause that unites us in purpose and passion. This gathering not only nourished our bodies but also strengthened the bonds within our community, reminding us of the power of togetherness in our mission to serve.
, d g y b g b , d g patrons felt welcomed and cared for Their hard work and enthusiasm not only contributed to the vibrant atmosphere but also resulted in an impressive $820 raised through cash donations at the door and event proceeds! This generous amount will significantly bolster the Youth Mission Fund, paving the way for our HUMC Youth to embark on meaningful mission trips and experiences A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who joined us for this delightful evening it was a resounding testament to the strength and spirit of our congregation! Together, we’re making a difference and empowering our youth to reach new heights.
Finance Update
From your Finance Committee
As we begin the second quarter of 2025, we’d like to share 2024 financial summary information along with 2025 updates YTD. Thanks to staff and committees for their stewardship with budgeted resources in 2024, the expenses were $64,000 below the receipts, though the receipts were 5% less than projected (pledged and nonpledged).
Thanks to all who contribute time, talents and monetary resources, Through your generosity:
$17,825 was raised for missions through our garage sales
$71,000 was given for missions through Christmas to Remember
Over $395,000 of 2024 and previously accumulated designated funds added to our ministries for children, youth, congregational care, worship/music, outreach and care of our facilities
$69,000 from Endowment funds supported children, youth (e.g. conference retreats), congregational care (e.g. Stephen Ministries & Fellowship lunches), missions (e.g. CRESP), scholarships, music (e.g. instrumentalists) & worship arts, and facilities (e.g. lighting).
$1.23 M budgeted operating funds provided for personnel, congregational care, worship/music, children/youth, supplies/equipment, missions, apportionments, maintenance & utilities.
Watch for Trustees’ updates as to how your gifts through these resources continue to repair, maintain and update our buildings and grounds. More than $180,000 of our designated and endowment resources were put to good use by our Trustees in 2024. They have great plans for 2025.
March YTD 2025 Financials :
Receipts are $ 34,746 more than was budgeted through March
Expenses are $48,078 less than anticipated for this 3 month period (not unusual as most planned programs, missions etc .occur during the next 9 months).
Let us all give thanks and praise to God for HUMC and all He continues to provide. Please contact a Finance Committee member if you have questions, suggestions, comments.
Thank you, Your Finance Committee
Haymount’s Facilities Endowment Fuds are Key!
From your HUMC Endowments Committee
Like any building or home, our church building has continuous needs for maintenance and repairs. And due to the many recent needs for facilities repairs at Haymount, the Endowment Committee decided it’s a good time to share the history of our three endowment funds for facilities-The Ruth Jones Facilities Fund, Wesley Heights Fund, and the Fred and Rennie Beyer Fund. This month we will share about the Ruth Jones Facilities Fund.
The History of The Ruth Jones Facilities Fund, written by Libby Daniel: Our facilities are our church home A place to worship God, a place to study and teach God’s word, a place to serve God, a place to build a community of faith for mutual support and outreach to others
Over the years, generous donors have helped make our buildings and their maintenance possible. And in 2007, two of our members, Duane Gilliam and Terry Owen, members of the Endowment Committee, knew that an endowment for facilities was much needed to ensure a regular and dependable flow of funds to maintain our buildings, and reduce that pressure on our operating budget.
Their vision was to permanently endow our maintenance costs They both made donations to establish a facilities endowment for the church Subsequently, another member of our church, Ruth Jones, also wanted to help maintain our church She included a gift to the church in her will to support our facilities via a permanent endowment
Ruth was an inspiration to so many of us. She loved the Lord and blessed our membership in countless ways during her life. And at her death, a large gift from her estate was given to endow the maintenance needs of the church. In 2015, the original seed gifts and her estate gift created the Ruth Jones Facilities Endowment. A percentage of this fund’s available income goes annually to the HUMC Trustees to assist in funding our continuous maintenance needs.
The Jones Facilities Endowment distributions have been used for everything from handicapped parking signs to reroofing to HVAC repairs to window repairs and much more Since this fund is endowed, its income will continue to provide annual facilities support while the principal balance of the fund continues to grow over time Among our largest endowment funds, this wonderful endowment has already distributed more than $56,000 income from Ruth’s approximate $100,000+ gift!
The histories of our endowment funds are varied and endearing. Our Endowment Committee is currently working on the history of all our endowment funds, which will be kept on the church’s website. Thank you HUMC members for caring about and supporting our Endowment Program!
PS/Fun Fact: Did you know that all our endowments accept donations to their existing accounts any time and for any amount?
Liturgical Ramblings
With Donald Warren
May and June have lots of liturgical holidays and observances, some that are celebrated by all Christians, and some that are specific to United Methodists.
Native American Ministries Sunday - The United Methodist Church celebrates Native American Ministries Sunday on the 3 Sunday of Easter to rd remind us of the gifts and contributions made by Native Americans to our society A special offering supports Native American outreach within annual conferences and across the United States and provides seminary scholarships for Native Americans
Heritage Sunday - Observed on the Third Sunday of May, this day calls The United Methodist Church to honor its heritage by committing itself to the continuing call of God known and spread by Charles and John Wesley, along with others the early Methodist movement reached and with whose denominations we are all joined as The United Methodist Church
Aldersgate Day (May 24) - Aldersgate Day is celebrated on May 24 (or the Sunday closest) to commemorate the day in 1738 when John Wesley experienced assurance of his salvation Wesley reluctantly attended a group meeting that evening on Aldersgate Street in London As he heard a reading from Luther's Preface to the Epistle to the Romans, he felt his "heart strangely warmed " Wesley wrote in his journal that at about 8:45 p m "while he was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed I felt I did trust in Christ, Christ alone for salvation; and an assurance was given me that He had taken away my sins, even mine, and saved me from the law of sin and death "
Ascension of the Lord - The Ascension of the Lord is the event where Jesus, after his resurrection, ascended bodily into heaven This event is celebrated in the Christian faith on Ascension Thursday, which is traditionally 40 days after Easter
Ascension Sunday – In some Christian traditions, the Feast of the Ascension is celebrated on the seventh Sunday of Easter, rather than on the traditional Thursday, which is 40 days after Easter This shift is often attributed to a trend of transferring Holy Days to Sundays, enabling greater participation and solemn celebration among the faithful
Pentecost - Pentecost takes place on the 50th day after Easter It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples of Jesus while they were in Jerusalem celebrating the Feast of Weeks, as described in the Acts of the Apostles
Trinity Sunday - The first Sunday after Pentecost, Trinity Sunday celebrates the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, the three Persons of God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
Peace with Justice Sunday (Sunday after Pentecost) - The United Methodist Church uses this day to speak out for peace and justice Our Social Principles call us to love our enemies, seek justice, and serve as peacemakers in resolving conflict The United Methodist Church has a historic commitment to peace and justice Through the General Board of Church and Society's consultative status with the United Nations, we engage in UN meetings to promote peaceful and just efforts
May and June are filled with other celebrations! Some of these have their roots in Christian tradition, and some of them do not. The ones that are not specifically Christian are often recognized in Christian churches, and so explanations for those are included.
National Day of Prayer – An American civic holiday observed by people of all faiths on the first Thursday in May in the United States. The National Day of Prayer was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. The day is intended to bring together people of all faiths to pray for the nation and its leaders. People of many different faiths join in prayer on this day. This is not a liturgical or Christian holiday.
May Day - Celebrated annually on May 1st, May Day began as an ancient celebration that occurs halfway between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice in the northern hemisphere. It may have grown out of the ancient Roman festival of Floralia. International Workers Day is also celebrated on May 1 and is also referred to as May Day, commemorating a general strike that occurred in the United States on May 1, 1886 to call for the establishment of the 8-hour workday. Neither the traditional May Day nor the International Workers Day are liturgical or Christian in origin, but The Methodist Episcopal Church established its first Social Creed in the year 1908 advocating for the rights of workers..
Mother’s Day / Festival of the Christian Home - The modern American version of this holiday began in the United States in the early 20th century at the initiative of Anna Jarvis. She organized the first Mother's Day service of worship and celebration at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia, which serves as the International Mother's Day Shrine. The Festival of the Christian Home is a day celebrated by some Christian denominations, often coinciding with Mother's Day, to recognize and celebrate the importance of the family and home. It's a time to appreciate the role of family members, both in and outside the home, and to acknowledge the blessings of family life. Neither Mother’s Day nor Festival of the Christian Home are liturgical holidays.
Memorial Day - A federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May. Memorial Day is also considered the unofficial beginning of summer in the United States. It is not a Christian or liturgical holiday.
Father’s Day - In the United States, Father's Day was founded in the state of Washington by Sonora Smart Dodd in 1910. Smart held her father in great esteem. While hearing a church sermon about the newly recognized Mother's Day at Central Methodist Episcopal Church, Sonora felt strongly that fatherhood needed recognition as well. She approached the Spokane Ministerial Alliance and suggested her own father's birthday, June 5, as the day of honor for fathers. The Alliance chose the third Sunday in June instead. It is not a Christian or liturgical holiday.
Juneteenth (Jun 19) - A federal holiday celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States. The holiday's name, first used in the 1890s, is a portmanteau of the words "June" and "nineteenth", referring to June 19, 1865, the day when Major General Gordon Granger ordered the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas at the end of the American Civil War. It is not a Christian or liturgical holiday.
YOUTH
BREAKAWAY YOUTH CONFERENCE MINISTRY
June 23-28
Youth 6th-12th grade across the NCCUMC are invited to a weeklong camp at Louisburg College. You’ll spend intentional time in worship, growth groups, legislative affairs (voting on resolutions for change), mission projects, games, and more! Highlights of the week include: Camp wide dance, staff vs camper basketball and volleyball competitions, Talent Show, CYC officer elections, and a very special closing communion service Friday night. Our theme for 2025 is “Wonder in the Desert” exploring the ways God is at work in the chaos and uncertainties of life even when we may feel like it’s too much. To Register, visit our website or scan the QR code below! Scholarships are available! Contact our Church Office to find out more!
Graduation Sunday will be held on June 1, 2025
JEREMIAH
PROJECT 2025
July 20-26
This summer our Youth will be traveling to West Virginia to take place in the Jeremiah Project! The Jeremiah Project is a week long service project for middle and high school students. This work camp week provides a unique and meaningful experience for both age groups. This Christ-centered mission project takes place in West Virginia. Students will begin each day with a devotional, and end each day with worship! To register, visit our website! Scholarship opportunities are available. For more information, contact our Church Office.
YOUTH SUNDAY
Be sure to join us on Sunday, May 18 2025 for Youth Sunday! Our Youth will be leading both of our worship services! This annual service serves as a testimate to all the hard work and studying the Youth have been doing throughout the year to grow their relationship with the Lord We hope to see you then! For questions regarding Youth Sunday, contact Jessica Scott at jessica@haymountumc.com
Summer Garage Sale
August 1-2
We are excited to announce that our next garage sale is scheduled for August 1-2! We welcome donations for this meaningful event, which will be accepted until the very day of the sale The funds raised will play a vital role in supporting our Music and Arts programming here at Haymount UMC We invite everyone to join us in this opportunity to uplift our community and empower our youth Your generous donations and unwavering support have always amazed us, and they are truly the lifeblood of our efforts If you wish to get involved, please reach out to Karen Barkman at 910-818-9050
Additionally we would like to thank everyone who came out to support our Spring Garage sale held in April! We were able to raise over $5,700! Thank you Haymount Family!
On March 30, a dedicated group from Haymount UMC participated in the Cumberland County Crop Hunger Walk, exemplifying the spirit of community and service Our church took on the important role of managing the registration table, with nine enthusiastic volunteers stepping forward to ensure everything ran smoothly. Moreover, the commitment to this noble cause was further highlighted by the participation of 14 additional church members who walked to raise funds, alongside many others who generously contributed through monetary donations. This collective effort not only fostered a sense of unity within our congregation but also resulted in an impressive total of $1,585 raised to combat hunger in our local community. Such achievements remind us of the power of collaboration and the positive impact we can make when we come together with a shared purpose.
May 4th
May 25th
June 15th
June 22nd
June 29th
July 20th
July 27th
August 17th
August 24th
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!
September 14th
September 21st
October 12th
October 19th
October 26th
Men’s Basketball Group
Haymount UMC is starting a Men’s Basketball Group! Are you interested in playing a game of pick-up basketball while also engaging in meaningful fellowship? Join us on Sunday evenings! This group is open to ages 14 and up!
If you are interested in joining, contact Colin Bunker at 336-425-4901
ZOE Ministries
A Haymount UMC Missions Partner
For the past three years starting in 2022, Haymount has supported a group of orphans in Kenya, consisting of 25 heads of households (orphaned youth between the ages of 14 and 21) and the orphaned children who depend on them The 25 households totaled 83 youth and children We have supported them with our prayers and financial resources The ZOE staff helps empower them The following story (while not about a member of our group) is one example of the way lives change This year we have taken on the support of another group of orphans We invite your help through prayer and donations
Miles, Maize and Miracles
“The first time Sungano attended a Zoe Empowers meeting, she arrived so late the meeting was nearly finished Not only was she late, but she was breathless, sweating, and covered in dirt The Zoe Empowers program facilitator leading the meeting was concerned about her desperate appearance and began asking Sungano questions Sungano, then 15, replied that she had come from almost four miles away, where she worked to support her family She was the caretaker of five younger siblings: Ramos (11), Nokutenda (10), Beyonce (10), and twins Tawanayasha (1) and Tadiwanashe (1)
At that time, in March 2022, it wasn’t unusual for Sungano to walk more than eight miles every day to find odd jobs Searching for piecework drained Sungano of her joyous spirit She felt shameful having to beg for a job, but she did it knowing her family depended on her to survive Fighting for her family
Sungano’s mother passed away from health complications after giving birth to her twin brothers Because each of the siblings had a different father, all of whom had abandoned their child(ren), Sungano and her siblings lived with their 72 year-old maternal grandmother, Viola
Without access to financial resources, Sungano, Ramos, Nokutenda, and Beyonce had dropped out of school Sungano sought work in neighboring communities, going as far as she needed to secure a job Despite laboring for ten, twelve, or fourteen hours a day, she’d barely earn enough to feed her siblings
Unfortunately, this scenario is not uncommon for vulnerable youth living in extreme poverty When an employer knows a child or household is desperate for work, they can exploit the family For example, a child could be promised $5/day but only receive $ 50 at the end of the day
This is why Zoe Empowers equips its participants to start and operate their own businesses, giving them full control over their earning potential Once established, many of these young entrepreneurs take pride in hiring other vulnerable young people from their community and feel pride in being able to pay them a fair wage
From one blanket to manySungano was one of the first in her empowerment group to receive a start-up loan of $100, which she used to start a business buying and selling clothes After saving some of her business profits, she bought several bags of maize from a wholesaler Her investment was timely since an El Nino drought during the 2023-2024 growing season had left many households without maize Sungano was able to sell the crop in her rural community for double its usual market price Profits from her business endeavors allowed Sungano to reenroll Ramos, Nokutenda, and Beyonce in school and cover fees for their uniforms and books At home, she made significant improvements, including plastering the walls and installing a roof and window panes, and her empowerment group helped to build a new latrine For the first time ever, the family no longer dreads winter ”
Fore the remainder of the article, and to learn more about ZOE Ministries visit: zoeempowers org/sungano
Stephen Minister Spotlight
Sue Smith
My name is Sue Smith. I grew up in Burbank, California and married Jim Smith and for 35 years we traveled to various places due to his job. During this time we had many adventures and four children, thirteen grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. God blessed me with a career as an R.N. I loved nursing and being able to work one-on-one with patients in various settings from Oncology, Case Management, and many years in mental health nursing in the hospital and crisis nursing in the community. Stephen Ministry has blessed me with the opportunity to continue as a caregiver to those that need someone to be with them, listen, and care. Little known fact about me: I was an assistant manager and loan officer in banking before going into nursing!
CRESP Spring Report
The end of the school year is fast approaching! Our congregation has responded to the needs of Cumberland Road Elementary School in many ways. The Grandmothers provided a luncheon for the teachers at the beginning of the year. The congregation donated school supplies, backpacks, underwear, stretchy-waist pants, candy and prizes. The Women of Faith purchased even more underwear and pants. With money provided by the Dayton Dawson endowment and the Christ United Methodist Church endowment, we have been able to give the teachers Valentine’s goody bags and have delivered 700 small bottles of water to the school for Field Day. In addition, we are all ready for Teacher Appreciation Week! 364 books have been paid for and delivered so that each child will have a book to take home at the end of the year! And, of course, our most valuable resource is our volunteers. Many thanks to the men and women who have given their time and efforts to the students at Cumberland Road Elementary School!
We are so excited to see our numbers growing! Come join the fun and fellowship Reminder, our prices will now be adults $7, upsize $10 and kids 11 and under still free. The maximum price per nuclear family is still $20. Make reservations online, in an envelope on Sunday or through the church office before 5 PM on Mondays. If you do not get a confirmation email, you are not registered. Always looking for volunteers to make our Wednesdays run smoothly. Call or text Carol Lloyd to volunteer 910-988-1803.
May 7: Sammio’s chicken alfredo/lasagna, salad bar, breadstick GF pasta and marinara, salad bar
Kid’s choice: plain pasta with butter/parmesan, fruit, chips
May 14: Hosted by United Methodist Men- FREE FOR ALL BUT MUST MAKE RESERVATION!
Culver’s burgers/chicken sandwich with all the fixings and sides, frozen custard GF options available
A Note from Your WEF Team...
As we approach the close of our Spring season, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on the remarkable journey we ' ve shared during our Wednesday Evening Fellowship Each week, as attendance steadily climbs, we are reminded of the sheer joy that comes from a community eager to engage in fellowship Stepping into the New Life Center on those lively Wednesday evenings, one is immediately enveloped by the joyful sounds of children’s laughter, the warmth of lifelong friendships rekindling, and families creating cherished memories together It’s a heartwarming sight to see our youngest and oldest members united in the simple yet profound act of sharing a meal with loved ones Such gatherings are not just events; they are a testament to the incredible ability of a church to foster a strong, loving community This season has truly been a shining example of togetherness, and we look forward to carrying this spirit of connection into the future!
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible volunteers, whose unwavering dedication and tireless efforts week after week have been nothing short of remarkable! From set up to the gracious serving of meals and the essential cleanup, your contributions are the backbone of our operation.
Be sure to join us on Wednesday, May 14 for our End of Season Celebration! We will be serving Culvers. This week, our meal will be free, thanks to the HUMC United Methodist Men, but a reservation is required to attend. Make sure you make your reservation online, or by contacting the Church Office before 5PM on May 12!
We look forward to seeing you again for our Fall Season, beginning September 10! Have a great summer Haymount Family!
