Area United Methodist Churches Host Fall Events Including Bed Build and Supper

Area United Methodist churches are organizing a series of community events this month, focusing on service and outreach. Among the planned activities is a bed build on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church. Volunteers are invited to assist in constructing beds for children in need through the Sleep in Heavenly Peace initiative. The event will begin with board sanding at 8 a.m. and bed building from 9 a.m. until approximately 12:30 p.m. Tools will be provided, and no prior experience is required. Pre-registration is encouraged to help organizers manage the event efficiently. Those needing assistance with registration can contact Union United Methodist Church by phone or visit its office during specified hours.

The bed build is part of a collaborative effort by the Adams County United Methodist Churches Cooperative Ministries, which includes several local congregations. This initiative benefits the Liberty chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, an organization dedicated to providing beds to children in need. Earlier this summer, the churches collected donations through a “Koins for Kids” campaign, raising funds to build 40 beds. A separate fall bedding drive gathered new twin-size bedding to outfit these beds. A total of 80 beds will be constructed during the event, with twin-bedding donations presented to the organization at the conclusion of the day.

Rev. Marty Pressey of Union United Methodist Church emphasized the significance of the effort, stating, “Building beds and delivering them to kids in need of a bed is bigger than just a bed. Having a bed to sleep in allows them to get a good, full night’s sleep.” This sentiment reflects the churches’ commitment to addressing tangible needs within the community, aligning with the Methodist tradition of service and compassion.

In addition to the bed build, other events include a chicken pie supper on Oct. 21 in Hamilton and a bazaar and soup day on Oct. 24 at Arch United Methodist Church. These activities highlight the churches’ dedication to fostering community through fellowship and practical support. The events also provide opportunities for congregants and community members to engage in collective service, reinforcing the Methodist emphasis on communal responsibility and care for others.

The efforts of these churches reflect a broader commitment to mission work and social justice, rooted in the belief that faith in action is essential. As Micah 6:8 reminds, “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” The United Methodist churches’ outreach initiatives embody these principles, striving to meet the needs of the vulnerable and promote the well-being of all.

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