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Changes to Our Altar Flower Sponsorship Ministry 

We would like to share an update regarding our Altar Flower Sponsorship Ministry. As many of you may not know, Flower Garden Florist has recently closed its doors. We are grateful for the service they provided to our church. 

Moving forward, we are pleased to partner with Dudley's Florist for our altar flower arrangements. Dudley’s offers two arrangement options for sponsors: 

· $30/each Vase Arrangement 

· $40/each Vase Arrangement — featuring a greater variety of flowers and design options. 

Sponsors may also request specific colors and/or themes for their arrangement when placing an order.

To accommodate the florist’s scheduling requirements, all altar flower orders must now be submitted by the Monday prior to the sponsored Sunday. This will help ensure adequate time for preparation and delivery. 

Altar flowers continue to be a meaningful way to honor or remember loved ones, celebrate special occasions, or give thanks to God while beautifying our worship space. We appreciate your understanding during this transition and thank you for your continued support of this special ministry. 

For sponsorship sign-ups or additional information, please contact the church office 

 

Pastor Helen’s   
Weekly Scripture

Acts 1:6-14 
John 17: 1-11 

  

Our Graduates   
Sunday, May 24th there will be a celebration of our   graduates. 

Alex Olson will graduate from an additional Physical Therapy Certification. 

Anna Floyd graduates from High School. 

Two gift bags will be available to receive cards and notes. 

  

Crossroads UM Church Camp is open for registration!                                                                 
*June 20-24 6th-12th grade                                        
*June 25-27 2nd –5th grade 
Form must be completed by June 1, 2026 

This Week @ Stout

Sunday, May 17th               
9:45AM Sunday School         
10:45AM Traditional Worship   
5:00PM Advanced Pickleball   
5:30PM Eureka Small Group    

Monday, May 18th     
10:00 Walkers in the Gym     
7:00PM Troop 12               
7:00PM Girl Scouts               

Tuesday, May 19th                     
10:00AM Beginners Pickleball     
10:30AM Lydia/Rachel Circle   

Wednesday, May 20th               
10:00AM Bible Study              
0:00 Walkers in the Gym     
7:00Pm Choir Rehearsal      

Thursday, May 21st                      
5:30PM Beginner’s Pickleball    

Friday, May 22nd             
10:00AM Walkers in the Gym   

Coming Soon!!   
May 26th—Finance/Trustee Meeting 6:00pm               
Church Council @ 7:00pm
June 7th—Choir Extravaganza during 10:45am Worship.                                            
June 12-14th VBS!!!!

 
 

In Our Prayers This Week
Debbie Backus        
Jack Buhrow 
Michael Burton 
Carleton Chidester    
Jennifer Davis 
David Cronin & Family 
Family of Larry Enoch 
Lindell Elder         
Betsy Jefferson         
Bill Keller               
Markai & Family                                   
Jim Munchmeyer 
Hanna Myers  
Matt Newlon        
Joyce Okes 
helen Rumburg 
Diana Shepard 
Cheri Springston 
Andy Swearingen 
Dave Lucas 
Jackson Woods

5th Sunday—One Voice Service 
May 31st at 10:45AM

 
MISSIONS

PHS Care Closet.   Check out the front desk in the Gathering Space for a list of needs for our high school    students.

House to Home.  needs include shampoo, women's hygiene products, body wash, laundry detergent, coffee, powdered coffee creamer, toothpaste, toothbrushes, men's and women's underwear. 

 

Vacation Bible School                                                           
VBS kids will put birthday kits together to be donated to the Gustke Shelter and Children’s Home Society.  We are asking the congregation to donate any of the following items. 
Cake Mix           Cake Icing          Candles         Napkins             Plates                                                            

 
 

UWF (Lydia/Rachel Circle) - Will be having a Luncheon for their May Meeting. Please join us on Tuesday May 19th @ 11:30 at JP Henrys. All women are invited to attend. As    always lunch selection and cost will be your responsibility. 

 

Operation Christmas Child – May Collection Reminder 

As we continue our year-round shoebox shopping, May’s focus is personal care items. These small but          important items help provide dignity and care for the children who receive our boxes. 

Suggested items: 
· Toothbrushes (in original packaging) 

· Bar soap (individually wrapped) 

· Washcloths 

· Combs or hairbrushes 
· Nail clippers 

· Bandages 

· Reusable water bottles 

Thank you for helping us prepare and pack with purpose all year long! 

 

Pastor’s Helen Contact   Info 
You can contact Pastor Helen on her cell phone: 304-237-2735, or by email at rachael40@aol.com.  

May 10th, 2026 
Attendance
Traditional Worship:  65     
The Gathering: 15 + 7 Online   
Offering: $4,116.00 

 
STOUT MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
3329 Broad Street Parkersburg, WV 26104 
304.428.1179 
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