Announcements

Join Us for Worship
Sunday Mornings, 10:00am In-person at First UMC.
Services are Streamed live on our Facebook and Messages page.

Announcements
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Beacon of Hope UMC now has an Online Giving option! If you would like to make an offering, a building fund donation, a donation to the pastor's discretionary fund, or a monetary gift to the Faith in Food pantry, you may do so by clicking the button above, or this Online Giving link.

Checking account information or a credit/debit card is required. You will have the opportunity to set up giving at your preferred frequency (one-time gift, weekly, monthly, etc.). You can also set up a personal profile which will enable you to view transaction history and save your payment method information for future gifts.
If paying in person or by mail with a check Please make checks payable to:
BEACON OF HOPE UMC
Our address is: 360 Water Street, Framingham, MA, 01701

First and Wesley United Methodist Churches have come together and are now Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church of Framingham.
We are in the church building at 360 Water Street, Framingham, Mass. Get Directions.

Save the Date
SAVE THE DATE

Thursday, October 17
Worship - @ 7PM

Friday & Saturday, October 18-19
Women's Retreat - in Parlor

Monday, October 21
Trustee/Finance - @ 7 PM

Thursday, October 24
Worship - @ 7 PM

Saturday, October 26
Trunk or Treat - @ 3 PM - 5 PM

Monday, October 29
Council – @ 7PM



Recurring Events
EVENTS & SERVICES

Saturdays
Saturday Morning Prayer Time, 7:30 am on Zoom.

Sundays
Worship Service
10:00 am In-person and live on Facebook and our Messages page.
Sunday School is during the worship service.

Choir Practice
9:15AM - 9:45 AM & 11:30 AM
All Are Invited!

Wednesdays
Wednesday Bible Study: on Zoom at 7:00 pm.

Thursdays
In-Person Bible/Book Study
The study is from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Pastor Heather Kattan's Office Hours
The Pastor's hours are from 10 am to 1 pm, or by appointment.
To email Pastor Heather use our secure Contact Us form.

Women's Retreat
WOMEN'S RETREAT!

Yes, we are back!

The 18th Annual (with a few years off in the middle) Women's Retreat is coming soon. Specifically, it is Friday and Saturday, October 18th and 19th. The theme this years is:

You Are So Beautiful!

We will gather in the church Parlor Friday evening from 6:00-8:30 PM and get to know each other a little, hear about what will happen during the retreat, and sing some songs. Saturday we'll return to start at 9:00 AM, and learn all about what beauty is - in our eyes, in others' eyes, and in God's eyes. We will have time for prayer, silence, lunch (provided), laughter, and a really awesome craft that is related to beauty. We'll end with a Love Feast and you can leave the church by 5:00 PM. Flyers and registration forms are available in the church Narthex (entry-way) or you can mail Bonnie-jean at bjmrowe@verizon.net.


Trunk or Treat
TRUNK OR TREAT

It's Almost Time!

Beacon of Hope will host a community Trunk or Treat on Saturday afternoon, October 26th at 3:00 PM - but WE NEED YOU to pull it off!

Look for your car's costume and join us in the church parking lot on Saturday, October 26th. Arrive in time to set up yourself and your car - to be ready by 3:00 PM. We will all hand out smiles and candy until 5:00 PM.

I plan to advertise this in the town, so don't let me down by not coming! Make our community kids happy on the 26th with a safe, fun way to enjoy Halloween.

You can look on Pinterest for ideas to use for your car or order a set on Amazon. Many are not expensive at all.

If you are willing to help in any way, please sign up in the Narthex

Come and join the fun!!! - Bonnie-jean Rowe


In-Person Bible Study
IN-PERSON BIBLE/BOOK STUDY

Thursday afternoon in-person study is no longer meeting. See Bonnie-jean if you have any questions.


Wednesday Night Bible Study
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

Join us at Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church for our Wednesday Night Bible Study, where we gather together virtually via Zoom from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This engaging and enriching study offers a wonderful opportunity to delve deeper into God's word, discuss scripture, and grow in faith alongside fellow believers. Led by our knowledgeable and passionate leaders, these sessions provide a supportive and welcoming environment for participants of all ages and backgrounds.


Our current study is the book Wrestling with Doubt, Finding Faith by Adam Hamilton. The format of the session will be a short video clip, then a discussion based on that and a chapter you read ahead of time.

Homework before out next meeting-read chapter 5 in Wrestling with Doubt



Whether you're seeking to deepen your understanding of the Bible, connect with others in the faith community, or simply explore questions of spirituality, we invite you to join us as we journey together in pursuit of spiritual growth and enlightenment.

Shaw's reusable bag program
SHAW'S REUSABLE BAG PROGRAM

Get ready, your month is starting soon!

Just a reminder that Community Victory Over Hunger Garden will receive $1 from every $3.00 GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Bag sold during June 2023 at:

Shaw's 509 Boston Post Road, Sudbury MA

Get my Tools of the Month

Faith in Food
FAITH IN FOOD COLLABORATIVE

Faith in Food is a ministry of Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church in Framingham, providing food, toiletries, paper goods, and cleaning supplies to those in need north of Rte. 9. The First United Methodist Church fellowship hall (360 Water Street, Framingham) is open on Fridays from 4:00-6:00 pm.

We are a 501C3 (nonprofit). Monetary donations will be accepted for use in purchasing needed items. Make checks payable to First U.M.C. (note Faith in Food) 360 Water St. Framingham, MA 01701.

Like us on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/groups/877849319449859.

Faith in Food Needs the Following Items
This week's list is:

* Monetary donations(preferred)
* Jelly
* Canned fruit
* Rice (1 or 2-pound bags)
* Peanut Butter
* Coffee
* Juices
* Canned Black Beans
* 3 in 1 shampoo/Conditioner/body wash

Drop-off bins are located outside the Hall door.
They are checked on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Faith in Food is open on the 1st and 3rd Fridays, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, in the Beacon of Hope UMC Fellowship Hall.


Let's Celebrate

BIRTHDAYS


October Birthdays

10/8, Thomas Flanagan
10/9, Leslie Rundlett
10/14, Jegan Easwaramuthali
10/17, Rev. Heather Kattan
10/19, Leslie Rundlett Magri
10/29, John Howard
10/29, Ann Shriberg
10/29, Patricia Mufute

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