ISSUE 20, VOLUME 4 CONNECTIONSMay 4, 2025 STOUT MEMORIAL WE EXIST TO SEE ALL PEOPLE FIND HOPE, HEALING AND WHOLENESS THROUGH JESUS CHRISTPORTICO a place to learn and grow Even before the pandemic of 2020, clergy and laity leaders throughout our Conference have been asking for some type of online learning option. Through a partnership of the UM Foundation and the West Virginia Conference, we are excited to provide these e-Learning opportunities. Check out www.wvumc.orgRev. Amy Shanholtzer to Little Kanawha Dist.Amy, the current DS in Mon Valley District will come and be with us in the Little Kanawha District. Amy has served six years in this role and is also the Dean of the Cabinet.She has lots of experience and wisdom to share with us. She will begin July 1st.Water, water, everywhere and not a drop to drink!I’m sure that’s how the folks in McDowell County feel about the flooding this spring and their lack of drinking water.Because of her chemo produced neuropathy feet, Pastor Helen is going to walk 1 mile of the 3 during Annual Confer. All money raised goes to the water project. Support her with your pledge! THIS WEEK AT STOUT*Sunday, May 4845 am Contemporary Service 10:45am Traditional Worship *Monday, May 5 6:30pm Cub Scout Meeting 7 pm Troop 12 7 pm Girl Scouts *Tuesday, May 6 10am UWF Exec Meeting *Wednesday, May 710:00 am Bible Study in Parlor5:45pm God and Family Course 7 pm Chancel Choir *Thursday, May 8 *Friday, May 9 5pm Set up for Cub Scout Graduation *Saturday, May 108:30am UMM Breakfast and Meeting 1pm Cub Scout Blue and Gold Graduation in Family Life Center3pm Practice for Philip & Caitilyn’s wedding—Sanctuary Come to Wednesday Lunch with Friends—May 7th for Tacos in Bags!! 11:30 a.m. Pastor Helen’s Weekly ScriptureActs 9:1-6John 21:1-19FAITHLINK We’re excited that a FaithLink fundraiser is just 2 days away and we would be so grateful if you could support us once again.Your past generosity has made a huge impact, and as we work toward supporting our local senior citizens, your donation would help us continue making a difference. We’d love to have you involved again!Give Local will take place on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 from 12:00am-11:59pm. If you’re able to give again this year, please visit www.givelocalmov.org/organizations/faithlink or feel free to reach out with any questions. We’d be truly grateful for your support!Thank you for being a part of FaithLink’s mission.Julie Taberner Director 304-485-5525 ext. 113 GIVE LOCAL MOV 2025 MAY 6,2025Individuals can donate for 24 hours online through the secure donations portal, www.GiveLocalMOV.org. We can always use seasonal clothing, socks, shoes, coffee and creamer, body wash and shampoo. The Church is looking for Volunteers to help mow the Church yard, and the Parsonage yard next door. If you or anyone you know would like to help please reach out to Michaela in the office or Wes Bargeloh.Thank you!! Would you like to receive this newsletter via email? Complete a form from the church office door mail box and we’ll send it to you every Thursday! Prayer ListNoah MancusoJim MunchmeyerCharlotte BeeCheri SpringstonJoyce OkesSherry BargelohHanna Myers Brenda Collins Kim & Ericha McCulloughLori Martin Jill ShafferBonnie Riddle Rudy and Family (ICE)Joyce CunninghamJoann KurtzLinda CarpenterLindell ElderMike Reid Chrissy RuehlThe Davis Family Dave Lucas Kelly Hayhurst Amos Dottie Bibbee Enoch Rosalie Mahoney Continued Prayer ListMarkai & FamilyDebbie BackusCarolyn CalhounCarleton ChidesterPatsy FlensborgFleming family Pastor’s Helen Contact InfoYou can contact Pastor Helen on her cell phone at 304-237-2735. Her email is rachael40@aol.com. Office volunteer for this week May 8 Barbara Smith Thank you to all our volunteers April 27 2025AttendanceTraditional Worship:55The Sunrise Gathering22 + 3 Online Offering:$3,069.58STOUT MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3329 Broad Street Parkersburg, WV 26104phone: 304.428.1179email: stoutmemorial@gmail.com