SECOND THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH 9:30AM / FIRESIDE ROOM
Mary Circle meets on the second Thursday each month at 9:30am in the Fireside Room. Mary Circle does many ministry and mission projects, fundraising, fellowship events, and seasonal programs. We hope you’ll join us!
SECOND THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH 6:30PM / FIRESIDE ROOM
Lydia Circle meets on the second Thursday each month at 6:30pm in the Fireside Room. Lydia Circle does many ministry and mission projects, fundraising, fellowship events, and seasonal programs. We hope you’ll join us!
THIRD THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH / 1-3PM FIRESIDE ROOM
Do you enjoy working with your hands? If so, you might want to join our Hearts and Hands group which meets on the third Thursday of each month from 1-3pm. in the Fireside Room. There you will find a small group of women dedicated to creating shawls, lap blankets, baby blankets, and heart pillows. They knit and crochet shawls and blankets for those recovering from surgery or for anyone who needs comfort, they knit baby blankets for the newborn babies, they cut and tie fabric for soft heart pillows to be used for protection from the seat belt for breast cancer patients, heart patients and for any other patient who might be helped with the pillows and they enjoy fellowship with each other as they are working on these.
The heart pillows are distributed for those who need them through The Wellness House in Hinsdale who provide support for all cancer patients.
A recipient of the heart pillow from The Wellness House, who had gone through surgery and chemo, recently told an HUMC member, “This pillow was a great help in finding comfort after treatment, and I really appreciated it.”
Hearts & Hands welcomes you to join them in their efforts to bring comfort and a little love to those in need. For more information, please contact Myrna Beck via the Church Office (office@hinsdaleumc.com).
ONE-TO-CARE FOR THOSE EXPERIENCING A DIFFICULT TIME
What Is a Stephen Minister?
Stephen Ministers are lay congregation members trained to provide one-to-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation. If you would benefit from having the support of a Stephen Minister or know of someone who would, please contact Karen Tate.
Who are your Stephen Ministers?
Lennox Iton, Nancy MacDonald, Penny Fisher, Sharon Wilmore, Jill Hinrichs, and Karen Tate. Stephen Ministers are congregation members trained by their Stephen Leaders to offer care to people who are hurting. A Stephen Minister typically has one care receiver at a time and meets with that person once a week for about an hour.
A PLACE TO REMEMBER, HONOR, & PRAY
Dear Church Members,
On September 5, 2024, Ad Council voted to establish a Memorial Garden on the grounds of the church for the interment of human cremains. The Garden may be used by current church members, and their immediate family, former members, constituents; and other persons if approved by Ad Council.
Our desire is to be sure everyone is aware of the Memorial Garden. For further detailed information, and if interested in reserving a plot now or later on, please contact the church office (630) 325-1280. A member of the Memorial Garden Committee will contact you and answer any questions you may have.
In the near future, bronze memorial plaques will be installed in the North entrance of the church. They will include the name, year of birth, and year of death of those interred. All records and files of the Memorial Garden will be kept in the church office.
We feel the Memorial Garden is a very meaningful burial place for anyone associated with our church and so very pleased it has been established.
In Christ,
The Memorial Garden Committee
2025-2026 / PARKING RESERVATIONS ONLINE
As a way to further our community service and outreach, Hinsdale UMC is providing parking spaces to Hinsdale Central High School students during school hours. There are a limited amount of spaces available and parking is provided on a first come, first serve basis. There is a recommended parking donation for parking lot maintenance and snow removal. If you are interested in a parking spot, please read carefully our terms and conditions for parking, click "Agree", and complete your donation.
NEXT INQUIRERS’ CLASS COMING SOON
Have you ever wondered what the Christian life of faith was all about? Are you interested in knowing more about the life of faith and becoming a member of Hinsdale UMC? Please join us in our Inquirers’ Class. The questions to be explored include: Who is God? What does it mean to be a Christian? What is distinct about Methodist tradition? How to get involved in God’s mission? All are welcome! For questions or to sign up for an upcoming Inquirers’ Class, please contact the church office at offic@hinsdaleumc.com
