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Our Southwood Ministry has been highlighted on the Virginia United Methodist Foundation's website. Here's a snippet from the article:
"Launching a new congregation is never a safe investment. It requires faith, courage and a willingness to commit resources long before the outcome is certain. Alex and the leadership of Charlottesville First chose to see beyond the risks and embrace the opportunity God had placed before them."
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Seeking Local Groups in the Cville Area: Charlottesville Activities Fair
Charlottesville First UMC and the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library are partnering to host a Free Activities Fair on Saturday, October 17th, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Market Street Park. Our goal is to connect individuals directly to local groups, hobbies, and volunteer networks where they can find authentic community and belonging.Do you run a local hobby group, sports club, arts collective, or volunteer crew? Or do you know of a great group we should invite? We want you there!
- Represent your group: Sign up to grab a free vendor table and recruit new members.
- Suggest a group: Tell us who they are so our planning committee can invite them.
A local food truck will be on-site so you can buy lunch while you browse and connect with neighbors.Please take two minutes to register your group or submit a recommendation using our online form: https://forms.gle/BUR93Pz3nUrzQKBv7
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A Fragrance-Free Courtesy
To help make worship comfortable and welcoming for everyone, we kindly ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfumes, colognes, or scented products to church. Some members of our church family are highly sensitive to fragrances, which can cause significant discomfort or illness. Thank you for helping us create a welcoming environment where everyone can worship together comfortably.
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The August One Thing Ministry is for Pack to School.
We will again provide backpacks filled with supplies to benefit local schools. Monetary donations are welcome, but our goal is to collect as many supplies as possible! If you have questions OR if you would like to help make backpack deliveries, please email Anika Winterhoff at anikamw77@outlook.com.
Please drop of any of these items in the Welcome Center. Thanks!
Backpacks
Ziploc-style bags (any brand, sandwich, quart or gallon size)
Tissues
Hand sanitizer
Disinfectant wipes
Glue sticks
Pencils
Erasers
Crayons
Washable markers
Dry erase markers
Composition books
Scissors
Folders
Pencil cases
Notebook paper
Highlighters
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New District Superintendent Meeting at Aldersgate
Monday, August 31st at 7:00pm
Rev. Grace Han invites you to be a part of her onboarding. She writes:
I also want to invite you to be a part of my On-Boarding as I begin my appointment as the District Superintendent. On-Boarding is a unique opportunity for lay and clergy leaders and the DS to learn about each other, discuss hopes and dreams for the district, share concerns, and identify areas for future focus. These sessions will be led by certified facilitator Rev. Kathleen Overby Webster. Please sign-up as you are able and I hope you will be able to join us!
Please use this sign up to let us know you plan to attend: https://www.cognitoforms.com/VAUMC/ThreeNotchdOnBoarding
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Built With Love: Habitat Service Project
Sunday September 6 from 11:30am-1pm & Sunday September 27 from 11:30am-3pm
Organized by Cville First UMC & Southwood Village Mission UMC. All ages are invited to join this wonderful intergenerational mission project! We are partnering to build welcome toolboxes for new Habitat homeowners.
•Sunday, Sept 6 (11:30 AM-1 PM): Youth & Children's Lunch & Paint Prep. in the Fellowship Hall. Help paint the wood pieces for the kits. Please bring a change of clothes in case you get messy while painting.
• Sunday, Sept 27 (11:30 AM – 3:00 PM): Toolbox Shopping Trip & Lunch. Gather for lunch in the Fellowship Hall and a trip to Lowe's and Harbor Freight to shop for tools. List provided and funded by CFUMC Outreach Ministry Funds. This project is a perfect way for our entire church family—from children to seniors—to serve together.
To sign up, contact Lara Upton at laraupton@cvillefirstumc.org.
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Save the Date: Potluck and Talent/No Talent Show
Sunday, September 13th after Worship
Mark your calendars and start practicing your talents!
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Volunteer Opportunity: Join Us at Cville Sabroso
Saturday, September 19th from 4:30-8:00pm
We are excited to announce that Southwood Village Mission UMC & Charlottesville First UMC have signed up to participate in the upcoming Cville Sabroso festival at the Ting Pavilion.
We have reserved a group block of 18 volunteer spots in the Kid Zone and need your help to fill them!
Event Details:Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM (Single Shift)
Location: Ting Pavilion
Perk: Volunteers receive one free ticket for themselves and one free guest ticket courtesy of festival organizers, Sin Barreras.All volunteers must be 18 or older.
To secure your spot, please email laraupton@cvillefirstumc.org.Thank you for helping us serve our community!
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Dinner & Belonging: Connect With Your Neighbors This Fall
Wednesday, October 7 from 6-7:30pm
Starting October 7th from 6 pm -7:30 pm, join us for a six-week semester of Wednesday Night Dinners and "Learning Living Groups."
Eat Together: Every week starts with a free, fully provided meal. Come alone, bring your family, or invite a neighbor to enjoy great food and meet new friends!
Grow Together: Afterward, we break into fun, relaxed groups to share hobbies, skills, and life experiences—examples include Mahjong, crafts, parenting, or book studies.
Lead Together: The activities we offer are 100% based on who steps up to lead or teach. Want to share a skill? Want to partner up with a friend to lead together?
Let us know on the form! Please take two minutes to click the link, let us know if you are interested in coming to eat, or pitch a group idea. Come as you are, bring a friend, and let’s build community together!
Childcare will be available.
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Save the Date: Picnic and Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 11th at 4pm
Save the date for the annual Blessing of the Animals!
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