November 1, 2026

Announcements

1. Cluster Charge Conference | November 1: Our Cluster Charge Conference will be held today at 1:30 PM at Madison UMC.

2. Thanksgiving Potluck Luncheon | November 8: Join us for a church family Thanksgiving luncheon following the 11:00 AM worship service in the Fellowship Hall! Bring a favorite dish or dessert to share. If you would like to provide a main dish, such as turkey, ham, or chicken, please contact Susan Vroman at ssvroman@comcast.net.

3. Chancel Choir: Love to sing? The Chancel Choir welcomes those interested in joining! Rehearsals are held Sundays following the 11:00 AM worship service in the Sanctuary. For more information, contact Suzie Taylor at sptaylor200@gmail.com.

4. UWF Discount Cards: New UWF discount cards are now available for just $10! Cards are valid through December 2027 and may be purchased in the church office or from Bonnie on Sunday mornings.

5. Youth Hand Chimes | November 8 & 22: Youth Hand Chimes will meet at 3:15 PM in the Music Suite on both Sundays.

6. 5th Annual One Love Culpeper | November 7: Make a difference in our community through this annual day of service! Volunteers may register in advance at www.hisvillage.org or sign up on the day of the event. For questions, contact Kristin Brewer at 703-851-7856 or oneloveculpeper@gmail.com.

7. IGNITE Youth Group | November 8 & 22: On November 8, IGNITE will head to Target to shop for Angel Tree gifts! We will gather at 4:45 PM in the Fellowship Hall before heading out. Please RSVP to nextgen@culpeperumc.org. On November 22, IGNITE will meet at 4:45 PM in the Fellowship Hall for our regular youth gathering.

8. Fall Family Sunday School | November 15: Join us at 10:15 AM at the Pavilion for Fall Family Sunday School! Children, youth, and adults of all ages are invited for faith, fellowship, and some good old-fashioned family fun.

9. Next Gen Choir | Wednesdays: Children and youth are invited to make a joyful noise with Next Gen Choir! Rehearsals are held Wednesdays in the Music Suite. Preschool–1st Grade meets at 4:00 PM, 2nd–5th Grade at 4:30 PM, and Youth at 5:15 PM.

10. UWF Christmas Bazaar | November 7: Get a head start on your Christmas shopping on Saturday, November 7, from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM! Browse a festive selection of vendors offering unique crafts, gifts, and seasonal treasures.

11. UWF Christmas Bazaar Bake Table: Donations of baked goods are needed for the Christmas Bazaar! If you would like to contribute, please sign up in the Narthex. Donations may be dropped off in the church kitchen on Friday, November 6, from 3:00–6:00 PM or Saturday, November 7, beginning at 7:00 AM.

12. Food Closet Donations: Help us care for our neighbors by donating nonperishable food and personal hygiene products. This week's most-needed items include chunky soup, canned pasta, toothpaste, canned chicken, canned pineapple, and 1-pound bags of rice. Thank you for continuing to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our community!

13. Power Pack Ministry: CUMC has once again been asked to collect ramen noodle packets for the Power Pack Ministry! Consider adding a few packets to your next grocery trip to help support children in our community. Every donation makes a difference!

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