The Daily Digest

Jerry Meadows

4 days ago

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Thursday Oct. 1, 2026

Blessed is the one

who does not walk in step with the wicked

or stand in the way that sinners take

or sit in the company of mockers,

Psalm 1:1

A Wesleyan Way of Living:

"People who wish to be offended will always find some occasion for taking offense." John Wesley

Quote of the day

To see and listen to the wicked is already the beginning of wickedness.

Confucius

Celebrating the Life of Phillip Bailey

About 105 people attended the Wednesday night Tailgate Party/Dinner to honor our late beloved custodian, Phillip Bailey.

JOIN US!

CLUMW Craft Day PLANNING Meeting

SUNDAY, OCT. 4TH

In the CLUMC Fellowship Hall

After the 10am Worship Service.

For anyone who wants to help in any way to plan, volunteer, or support this event that helps raise funds for mission work.

NOTE: CRAFT DAY IS SATURDAY, NOV. 7TH 9AM - 2PM

BUT We will need helpers several days/evenings prior to and after to prepare, bake, and then clean up and also, during the event.

We have things to do for those who are able to physically help, financially support acquiring supplies for the concessions, Bake for the Bake Sale, Donate Craft Items,

and most importantly, keep this event and those who are preparing for and those who will be coming to our building to share in the event, in your prayers.

This event, for close to 30 years, has been an opportunity to open our doors to the community. We would love to continue this tradition with your help.

We will have a light lunch as we meet this Sunday.

Questions?

Call or text Suellen at 304-415-3194 or Pam Pulliam, Meghan Scarberry, Jane Dellinger or Shelby Ludle.

*Please make sure you are spreading the word about Craft Day! We are still accepting Applications from Crafters.

Applications are in the stands in the hallway near Karen's office, the back of the Sanctuary, and online.

Take a printed form or use the QR Code to print your own.

Just make sure your Completed Application and Rental Fee are paid / received by Nov. 1, 2026.

Don't miss out on the fun!

Mark your calendars! Tell your friends, coworkers, neighbors and family to plan to stop by on Nov. 7^th for crafts, food, baked goods, health fair info and some laughs and smiles!

THANK YOU so much for your support!!

Suellen Bottorf

304-415-3194

ishop247@hotmail.com

Rev. Nick Schindler carrying a 75 pounds cross across the United States.

Rev. Nick carrying the 75-pound cross thru Cross Lanes.

The United Methodist Men are opening up their October meeting to the whole church. Speaker will be Rev. Nick Schindler. Rev. Schindler has carried a 75 pound wooden cross across the United States for the past two years. (read information about Nick below).

The meeting will begin with a dinner at 6pm on Thursday October 9th and then Rev. Schindler will be speaking about his journey across the United States. The men ask that you let one of the officers know if you plan to attend so that they can order enough food. Dinner will be $10 each and that covers the meal and the program.

Pastor Nick Schindler is a well-known individual who spent two years walking across the United States carrying a 75-pound wooden cross to advocate for the homeless and share a message of faith. He will have the 75 pound cross with him, so that you if would like to touch it or hold it, you may.

Details of the Journey The Mission:

Pastor Nick Schindler carried the heavy cross from Oregon to the White House in Washington, D.C., to raise awareness for affordable housing and support for unhoused people.

Personal Backstory: Schindler experienced homelessness and addiction in his youth before his faith helped him turn his life around.The Cross: His wooden cross weighed 75 pounds and was carried without a wheel.

Other Notable Cross-Carriers While Schindler completed a high-profile walk recently, other individuals have famously undertaken similar pilgrimages across America and the world over the decades:

Arthur Blessitt: Known for holding the Guinness World Record for the longest walk, Blessitt carried a 12-foot cross through nearly every nation on Earth over several decades starting in 1968 before passing away in January 2025.

Gregory Jones: Another pilgrim who began walking across America carrying a cross in 2019 to share the gospel.Arthur Blessitt Evangelistic Association.

UNDIE SUNDAY /MONTH

Volunteer forms are available in the church office during church office hours.

To add your request to the Church Prayer chain please contact one of the following:

The Church Office (304) 776-3081 Hours: Monday -Thursday: 9:30-3:00.

Lynette Shaw (304) 546-7047

Jerry Meadows (304) 415-6510 or by ema i l .jwmead@frontier.com

Growing in Love of God and Neighbor:

Care for our Homebound CLUMC Friends and Members is important to us. If you have a few moments, you're invited to make a call or send a card to our homebound members. Contact the Church office for information.

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