Adult Education Sunday School Lenten Study

NEXT IN-PERSON: SUN MARCH 29 @ 11:00AM / CONFERENCE ROOM (103)

NEXT ZOOM SESSION: SUN MARCH 29 @ 6:00PM CST

Despite the crucifixion’s central place in Christian faith, the New Testament offers few clear answers about how Jesus’ death saves, or why, exactly, he had to die. The New Testament writers use a host of metaphors—ransom, sacrifice, reconciliation, victory—but never explain exactly how it works or why it had to happen this way.

What if that’s because we’ve been asking the wrong question? What if the cross isn’t a transaction to be explained, but a living Word from God meant to transform who we are and how we live?

Join us for in-person this Sunday, March 29 after service or on Zoom at 6:00PM for a transformative Lenten study of Rev. Adam Hamilton’s “Why Did Jesus Have to Die?” as we explore the crucifixion as a powerful word from God. To participate in the evening Zoom sessions, please email john.bell@hinsdaleumc.com for the link.

Note: A book is not required to participate in the Lenten study. However, if you would like to purchase a copy, Adam Hamilton’s "Why Did Jesus Have to Die?" is available through Cokesbury or Amazon (including a Kindle version). The book is approximately $20, while the Kindle edition is about $14. It is an excellent resource, and each chapter contains more information than we can cover in class.

Fireside Readers

The Fireside Readers will meet at 1:00PM on February 23. The book for February is What You Are Looking For is in The Library by Michiko Aoyuma. The discussion will be led by Becky Preston.

20th Anniversary Sanctuary Celebration

Come celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Hinsdale UMC Sanctuary during the service on Sunday, February 22, as we honor our history and look ahead to the future. We invite you to stay after the service for cake and a special look back through our shared photo albums and memories.

UWF - Devotional Submissions Wanted

Share your story! The women of UWF invite you to submit a short reflection on your "faith journey", including a scripture and prayer, to karen_tate@icloud.com by February 1. Join us for a congregational Lenten Brunch on February 15 to pick up the completed booklet and journey toward Easter together.

Greene’s Open House on Christmas Eve (After 7:00PM Service)

The magic of Christmas Eve would not be complete unless there were fellowship and food as we reflect on the miracle of Jesus's birth. Everyone is invited to the Greene's Open House after the 7:00pm service in the Narthex and the Fireside Room. Please bring a plate of cookies to share and a light meal will be furnished. May God bless you as you reflect the joy of the holidays. - Vicki & Paul Greene

Christmas Eve - Candlelight Service

7:00pm start time in the Sanctuary

Christmas Eve - Family Service

4:00pm start time in the Sanctuary

SECOND THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH 7:00PM / FIRESIDE ROOM

Lydia Circle meets on the second Thursday each month at 7:00pm in the Fireside Room. Lydia Circle does many ministry and mission projects, fundraising, fellowship events, and seasonal programs. We hope you’ll join us!

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!

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).

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