Relief UMC5275 Middle Rd.
Winchester, Virginia 22602
Phone 540-869-5775
Caroling at Relief December 21
Join us for caroling on Saturday, December 21. We will meet at the church to be ready to leave by 5:00. Come and sing Christmas carols to our church family who can't be with us. They will be glad to see you. When finished, we will gather back at the church for a light supper. Bring finger foods to go along with the vegetable soup, chili, and hot dogs that will be provided.
Christmas Eve Service
This year the Christmas Eve Service will be at our sister church, Mt. Olive, at 7:00 pm.
Epiphany Luncheon January 5
We will be having a covered dish luncheon after church on Epiphany Sunday, January 5. The meat will be furnished, and everyone is asked to bring a favorite dish to share.
The Mission Committee Has Been Busy
You know all those Christmas bags filled with everything for a Christmas dinner and blankets that members of the church have been collecting and putting together. Well, they are being put to good use. Elwanda has been busy delivering the blankets and Christmas Bags to CCAP. CCAP stands for Congregational Community Action Project. This is a charitable organization that is funded by area faith communities, businesses, civic groups, and individuals. It is a local charity that helps people in need with food, shelter, and other assistance. Relief UMC has been a longtime supporter of the work this organization does to care for those in need in our community. Below are pictures of bags and blankets as Elwanda filled her car for delivery.
Volunteering at the Our Family Center Wednesday, December 11
Ministries Meeting Saturday January 11
The Ministries Council will meet on Saturday, January 11, from 9:30-12:00. We will be working on the Relief 2025 calendar. If you have ideas for events you'd like to see happen or have a particular event with which you want to help, make sure to join us.
The Church Cookbooks Are In
The cookbooks are in. Let Laura Gavis know if you would like to purchase a copy. They look great and include a history of the church. They are $15.00 each. Make checks out to Relief United Methodist Church. You can also go to the following link, fill out the form, and Laura will make sure you're taken care of. Relief United Methodist Church Cookbook
Craft Night 2nd Wednesdays
Craft Nights are back. We will start back again on January 8.
CRAFT NIGHT the second Wednesday evening of every month at 6pm, in the Relief social hall. All are welcome to come for fellowship, crafting, and light refreshments. Bring a friend. If you have a project you are working on or you want to learn a new craft, this is for you. Have a question? If you want to learn to knit or crochet, let me know so I can have supplies for you. Call Laura at 540-550-4011.
Choir Practice
Choir practice every other Thursday evening. Check the calendar for exact days. New members are always welcome. Come join us on Thursday evenings at 6:30 for fun, fellowship, and singing as we prepare to share a celebration of our Lord through song.
Meet the Bishop and The Virginia Conference
Our bishop for the Virginia Conference is Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson
Click on the following links to view messages from the bishop and other conference communications and copies of the Virginia Conference weekly newsletter, Advocate.
Virginia UMC Conference Information
Advocate Issues | VAUMC
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April 4, 2024
Addressing Disinformation in The United Methodist Church
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Shenandoah River District News
District Superintendent, Rev. Dr. Victor Gomez
Below, find links to information from the district and the Shenandoah River District web site and newsletters.
Shenandoah River District website
District Information
