CONNECTIONS ISSUE 35, VOLUME 5OCTOBER 4, 2026STOUT MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCHMaking Disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the World STOUT FOR CHRIST Radio Show Stout for Christ Radio Show is on the air every Sunday at 10:00 AM! Tune in on 98.1 FM, 107.9 FM, or AM 1450 WVAM for encouraging messages, faith-filled conversation, and the good news of God’s love. Hosted by Sarah Sisson, with Pastor Helen joining her, Stout for Christ is a wonderful way to begin your Sunday with encouragement and a reminder of God’s presence in our lives. Every Sunday at 10:00 AM 98.1 FM • 107.9 FM • AM 1450 WVAM Can't tune in at 10? No problem! You can listen anytime on YouTube or at stoutmemorial.org. Tune in, be encouraged, and start your Sunday with Stout for Christ! UNDIES SUNDAYOctober 11 Don’t forget Undie Sunday! We are collecting new underwear and socks to help provide children and families in our community with basic necessities. Please bring your donations to church and place them in the Gathering Space. Every pair makes a difference! Thank you for helping us share God’s love in a practical way. Pastor Helen’s Weekly Scripture Exodus 17: 1-7 Philippians 2: 1-13 This Week at Stout Sunday, October 4th 8:45AM Contemporary Worship 9:45AM Sunday School 10:45AM Traditional Worship 3:00PM Cantata Rehearsal 5:00PM Advanced Pickleball Monday, October 5th 10:00AM Walkers in the Gym 6:30PM Pack 12 7:00PM Troop 12 Tuesday, October 6th 8:00AM Preschool 1:30PM Beginners Pickleball Wednesday, October 7th 10:00AM Bible Study 10:00AM Walkers in the Gym 7:00PM Choir Rehearsal Thursday, October 8th 8:00AM Preschool 4:00Pm Quilting Group 5:30PM Beginner’s Pickleball Friday, October 9th 10:00AM Walkers in the Gym Saturday, October 10th Christmas Cantata Rehearsal Starts this week!In Our Prayers this Week Jim Breeden Jack Buhrow Michael Burton Karen Foss Betsy Jefferson Bill Keller Markai & Family Brooklynne Meek Bud Meeks Kevin Mowery Jim Munchmeyer Hanna Myers Steve “Bear”Nadson Joyce Okes Scott Peterson (Troop 12) Family of Helen Rumburg Family of Ann Simmons Diana Shepard Cheri Springston Andy Swearingen Dave & Pat Lucas Jackson Woods Louise – Friend of MJ Kolouch Judy Bennon PreschoolDear Church Family, We are so thankful for the love and support our church continues to show for our preschool ministry! Our preschool students are learning, growing, and building wonderful memories each day. We are currently asking for donations to help fill our Preschool Treasure Box. The Treasure Box is a special way for us to recognize and encourage our students for good choices, kindness, helpfulness, and positive behavior. We would greatly appreciate donations of small items such as: * Unused Happy Meal Toys * Match Box Cars * Tiny Books * Hair Bows * And other small, preschool friendly items Every donation, big or small, will help us encourage our preschoolers and make them feel special and loved. Thank you for supporting our preschool ministry! Your generosity helps us create a loving, encouraging, and Christ centered environment where our children can learn and grow. Blessings, Ms. De, Director MISSIONS "Compassionate Care". Presentation by Rev Shauna Hyde Parlor. October 20. 6:30 pm This is a presentation on ways we can help the homeless in our area. As we become involved on a permanent basis with the second Sunday Community Meal at St Paul's UMC, Shauna will give us ideas on dealing with homelessness and resources we could use to help them. Everyone is invited. It’s Scout Popcorn Time! Pack 12 and Troop 12 scouts are popping with excitement – and ready to fill your snack stash! Orders are open now until Mid-October. Scouts will be taking orders after both church services, or you can reach out to Kim Mommessin (304-580-9479) to place yours. Thank you for supporting our Scouts – you help them pop into new adventures! United Methodist Men groups in the Little Kanawha DistrictMeeting at the Stout Memorial UMC at 3329 Broad St Parkersburg WV 26104 Saturday Oct.17,2026 9:00am More Info to come!! September 27th, 2026Attendance The Gathering: 23 Traditional Worship: 48 Offering: $2,108.90 STOUT MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3329 Broad Street Parkersburg, WV 26104 304-428-1179 Stoutmemorial@gmail.com Facebook.com/StoutMemorial Youtube.com/@stoutmemorialumc www.StoutMemorial.org