4/11/25 News Flash

Hamburg United Methodist Church

116 Union St

Hamburg, New York, 14075

(716) 649-8080

Worship Sundays at 10 am

Throughout the Month of April Missions will be collecting ‘Gently Used’ clothing for St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy during month of April. Donation bins will be in coat closet off the Gathering Space.

Welcome to Our New Custodian

We are pleased to welcome Kevin Lutz to the staff of Hamburg United Methodist Church as our Custodian.

Kevin started in his new position here on April 2. He comes to us with seven years custodial, and building and lawn maintenance experience, as well as more than 20 years experience with home renovations and landscaping.

You can catch him on the job mornings Monday through Friday.

Please welcome Kevin to the HUMC family if you see him around!

Dear Friends

As many of you know, I'm a board member for The Salvation Army, an organization I deeply believe in. I'm reaching out to our HUMC community for your support of a couple of upcoming events. The Salvation Army does so much to support individuals and families in our neighborhood, and any help you can offer is greatly appreciated.

Upcoming Events & Ways to Get Involved:

Red Kettle Open Golf Tournament:

Join fellow golfers on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Diamond Hawk Golf Course in Cheektowaga for the annual Red Kettle Open. This fun event raises crucial funds for our local Salvation Army programs.

• Register as a golfer ($275)or a foursome( $1,000). It's a great way to enjoy a day on the course and support a worthy cause!

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• Become a sponsor. Several sponsorship levels are available, offering various recognition benefits (ranging from $150 - $3,000). It's a wonderful way for businesses to show their support.

Donations: Even if you're not a golfer, we'd gratefully accept donations of gift cards or certificates, which can be used as prizes.

Sign-Up: Registration is open online now! To register or learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please return the registration on the event flyer

Please register by May 1, 2025.

Buffalo's Amazing Race

July 19, 2025

• Join the Salvation Army for the 10th annual Amazing Race, a day of fun challenges, and it's being presented by the Buffalo Bills!

• Meet at Buffalo Riverworks for challenges such as kayaking, hatch throwing or rope/zip line.

• Consider fielding a team or sponsoring this fun event!

Your participation and support of these events directly enable the Salvation Army to continue its vital work right here in our community. Whether it's providing meals, shelter, education, or employment assistance, our combined efforts can truly make a difference in the lives of countless individuals and families.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss how you can support these initiatives, please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly at vickiweixlmann918@gmail.com. Thank you for prayerfully considering how you can support the Salvation Army's mission!

Vicki Weixlmann

Let’s Lend a Hand: Support the Kenmore UMC HUB Flood Bucket Ministry

As part of the United Methodist connection, Hamburg United Methodist Church is proud to support the incredible work being done at the Kenmore UMC HUB, where disaster relief supplies are assembled and shipped to communities in need.

This past fall, Kenmore UMC sent out 448 flood buckets on 9 pallets to hurricane-impacted areas in the South. In January,klocal youth assembled 127 additional buckets, bringing the current inventory to 200 flood buckets ready to go when disaster strikes.

But the need continues — and another 100-bucket assembly day is planned for June. Supplies are running low, and this is where we can help.

Hamburg UMC May Supply Drive

Throughout the month of May, Hamburg UMC will be collecting donations to support this mission. Donation bins will be located in the Gathering Space.

A list of needed items is provided below, and most can be found at Dollar Tree, making it easy and affordable to give.

Flood Bucket Supply List

Please donate new, unused items:

• 1 5-gallon bucket with resealable lid

• 1 32–64 oz bottle of liquid laundry detergent

• 1 16–40 oz bottle of liquid household cleaner (no spray bottles)

• 1 16–34 oz bottle of dish soap

• 1 4–8 oz pump bottle of air freshener

• 1 6–14 oz insect repellent spray or lotion

• 1 4–8 oz bottle of personal insect repellent (DEET-free preferred)

• 2 kitchen gloves (durable, reusable)

• 1 pair of work gloves (cotton with leather palms or all leather)

• 5 scrubbing pads (no stainless steel or pads with soap)

• 18 cleaning wipes (reusable or disposable)

• 1 scouring pad

• 1 scrub brush (plastic or wooden handle)

• 5 trash bags (33–45 gallon size)

• 1 roll of paper towels

• 1 50 oz or two 25 oz bottles of liquid hand soap

• 1 toilet brush

• 1 air freshener spray

• 1 disinfectant wipes (35 count)

  
  

Please avoid items with bleach or aerosol products.

Other Ways to Support:

Ship supplies directly to: Kenmore United Methodist Church 32 Landers Rd. Kenmore, NY 14217 Call (716) 875-5091 or email kumcoffice32@gmail.com to arrange a drop-off or notify of a shipment.

Give Financially

Checks can be made payable to Kenmore United Methodist Church with “HUB” written in the memo line.

Join our Communion team.

Bring your passion for baking to our Communion bread-baking group and connect with like-minded individuals! Our six-week rotation schedule allows for flexibility and we provide a contact sheet to facilitate communication. If you're unavailable on your scheduled date, simply arrange a switch with a fellow member.

To join, contact Sue Gagne at 716-648-3460.

FISH FRY!  THIS Friday and Every Friday ‘til Easter! (Last Fish Fry April 18th)

                                WE NEED YOUR BAKING SKILLS!

PIES and

       CAKES and

              BROWNIES and

                      CUPCAKES / COOKIES

The Church’s Next Fish Fry is Today! 

Your baking skills have ALWAYS been appreciated. 

Please help us out again.

Deliver your favorite home-made dessert to the church next Thursday or Friday.

Pies, cakes, brownies and cookies.  Drop them off at the kitchen.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Julia Platt Memorial Scholarship- Applications Now Open

We are thrilled to announce that the Julia Platt Memorial Scholarship application is open through April 30, 2025  This scholarship honors the memory of Julia Platt and aims to support deserving individuals within our greater United Methodist congregation in their pursuit of higher education.

Multiple scholarship awards are available, with monetary amounts ranging from $500 to $2,000+, depending on the number of applicants.

To be considered for this esteemed award, applicants must meet the following prerequisites:

• Confirmed Membership in a United Methodist Church

• Status as a senior or high school graduate enrolled in a college, university, or trade school.

• Age under 26 years old as of May 31st.

• Exclusion from enrollment in a second bachelor's or graduate degree program.

  
  

Required documents for application include:

• High school transcript.

• College transcript or acceptance letter.

• Applicant photo.

Three submitted references.

Scholarships will be awarded in person on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Hamburg United Methodist Church. Recipients will receive an email invitation and are expected to attend the ceremony to receive their scholarship. Please make arrangements to be present and avoid scheduling conflicts.

Interested candidates can apply through the following link: https://form.jotform.com/243025669321151

No paper applications available or accepted 

Join Us in Reading Through the Bible in 2025

Would you consider reading through the Bible in 2025? Together as a church community, we can embark on this yearlong journey of faith and discovery. A Bible in a Year reading plan is available outside the church office and will also be published monthly in the newsletter. You can also access it online here: Bible in a year reading plan

Dedicating about 20 minutes a day to Scripture is a wonderful way to grow closer to God. Many who have done this discipline before share how it reveals surprising connections between different parts of the Bible and provides a deeper understanding of God’s love and guidance.

We hope you’ll join us on this meaningful journey of faith and exploration!

You can also Read and Listen to Today's Reading Online (FREE!)

Lenten Study for Adult Sunday School

John Meader’s Sunday School class will use Adam Hamilton’s book and DVD “The Message of Jesus- Words that Changed the World” for our Lenten study. All are

welcome to join the discussion Sundays at 9am in the Parlor.

April 16th  Session 4 of 8 Ezekiel 21-26

April 23rd  Session 5 of 8 Ezekiel 27-31

April 30th Session 6 of 8 Ezekiel 32-37

May 7th Session 7 of 8 Ezekiel 38-43

May 14th  Session 8 of 8 Ezekiel 44-48

Spring is here! Tai Chi is back in person in the fellowship Hall.

Due to continued technical issues with Facbeook Live, We will be streaming solely to Youtube for the foreseeable future.

Please make sure to "Like" and "Subscribe"

Coffee Hour Schedule April 13 -Barb & Greg Crispell ( Sue Gagne Assisting)

April 20- Joyce Wasnock (Sue Gagne Assisting) Happy Easter!

April 27- The Krell Family ( Jason Krell Assisting)

May- Men's Group

Groups are to provide goodies/ snacks

each Sunday of the month they are scheduled.

CALLING FOR COFFEE HOUR VOLUNTEERS

Did you know HUMC has committees whose members volunteer to host coffee hour once or twice a month? Most of these volunteers are on several committees where they are repeatedly hosting to provide goodies each Sunday.

We are opening this ministry up to Individuals or families who would be willing to occasionally be hosts or hostesses.

It’s simply making coffee, lemonade, bringing homemade or store bought items, and cleaning up afterwards.

A sign-up sheet is located on the counter in the gathering space, outside the front office

Where you can pick a Sunday of your choosing.

Would you consider joining in this time of fellowship?

Please get in touch with Sue Gagne with any questions.

Order of Worship

Sunday, April 13,  2025 | 10 am- Palm Sunday

Youtube Live:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxRWld9XtaLY0WpX7JsXEcw

Google Meet Dial-In: 617-675-4444  PIN: 301 463 603 6721#

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALL TO WORSHIP   

From Bethlehem to Nazareth,

     from Jordan to Jericho,

     from Bethany to Jerusalem,

     from then to now,

Come, Lord Jesus

To heal the sick,

     to mend the brokenhearted,

    to comfort the disturbed,

     to disturb the comfortable,

     to cleanse the temple,

     to liberate faith from convention,

Come, Lord Jesus

To carry the cross,

     to lead the way,

     to shoulder the sin of the world

      and take it away,

come, Lord Jesus.

Today,

     to this place,

     to us,

come, Lord Jesus. Amen.

OPENING MUSIC: ”Hosanna Loud Hosanna” #278 UMH

OPENING PRAYER:

Almighty God,

on this day your Son Jesus Christ entered the holy city of Jerusalem

and was proclaimed King

by those who spread their garments and palm branches along his way.

Let those branches be for us signs of his victory.

and grant that we who bear them in his name

may ever hail him as our Lord,

and follow him in the way that leads to eternal life.

in his name, we pray. Amen.

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

SCRIPTURE: Luke 19:28-40, Luke 23:1-49 Read by: Dan Paskie

SERMON: “Two Visions of Power and Authority  ”     Rev. Dr. David Nicol

Choir Anthem: “Holy Holy Holy”

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

THE PEACE 

TITHES & OFFERINGS tithes.hamburgumc.org/Give

DOXOLOGY “Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow” #95 UMH

The Great Thanksgiving

For Sung responses, please refer to slides

THE LORD'S PRAYER

SHARING OF BREAD AND CUP

CLOSING HYMN:  “Hosanna” #3188 Worship & Song

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE