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Shepherds United Methodist Church Come as you are. Stay awhile. There's a place waiting for you here. We'll save you a seat. Sundays:
9:30 AM Worship | 11 AM Sunday School

10/27/2026

🎃🍬 Our First Trunk or Treat – A Wonderful Community Celebration! 🍬🎃

What a wonderful time we had at Shepherd’s United Methodist Church for our very first Trunk or Treat!

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who helped plan, organize, decorate, set up, provide treats, welcome visitors, and make this special event possible. Your hard work, generosity, and willingness to serve made this first event a success!

We are especially grateful to all the families, children, friends, and neighbors from our community who came out to join us. Your smiles, laughter, and participation made the day truly special.

Events like this remind us how blessed we are to be part of such a caring and supportive community.

📸 Enjoy these photos from our first Trunk or Treat! We hope they bring a smile to your face.

❤️ From all of us at Shepherd’s United Methodist Church, thank you for making our first Trunk or Treat so memorable!

We look forward to more opportunities to bring our church and community together.

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10/27/2026
10/25/2026

⛪ Shepherd’s United Methodist Church

We invite you to join us in worship!

If you were unable to attend today's service, or would simply like to hear it again, our complete Sunday worship recording is now available.

Take some time to enjoy the fellowship, music, prayer, and message of God's Word.

❤️ Whether you worship with us regularly or are joining us for the first time, you are always welcome at Shepherd’s United Methodist Church.

▶️ Click the video to listen to the entire service.

Please LIKE and SHARE this recording with family, friends, and anyone who might appreciate a message of faith, hope, and encouragement.

May God bless you and your family throughout the coming week!

🍂 YOU'RE INVITED TO SHEPHERD'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH! 🍂🙏 Sunday, October 25, 2026Come worship with us this Sunday as R...
10/24/2026

🍂 YOU'RE INVITED TO SHEPHERD'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH! 🍂

🙏 Sunday, October 25, 2026

Come worship with us this Sunday as Rev. Keith Ritchie shares an inspiring message, “Teach Us to Pray,” based on Luke 11:1–13.

Whether you're a longtime member, visiting for the first time, or looking for a church family, YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME AT SHEPHERD'S! ❤️

📖 FALL BIBLE STUDY / SUNDAY SCHOOL
Join us each Sunday from 11:00 AM–12:00 PM for our new study, “Faith and Faithfulness.” Everyone is encouraged to participate!

🛣️ ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY – SUNDAY AT 2:00 PM
Help us beautify our community! Hot dogs, rolls, and beverages will be provided. Please bring a covered dish to share.

🎃 TRUNK OR TREAT – SUNDAY, 5:00–7:00 PM
Bring the children, grandchildren, friends, and neighbors for an evening of treats, fellowship, and fall fun!

🍬 Decorated trunks and plenty of treats!

🔥 Bonfire to keep everyone warm!

🚗 Participating vehicles should arrive between 4:00–4:30 PM with their own decorations and candy.

No registration required — just come and enjoy!

🎶 CHOIR PRACTICE
Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 PM.

🥫 KING AND QUEEN FOOD PANTRY
We continue collecting donations to help families in our community. Our next collection is Sunday, November 29. Thank you for your continued generosity!

⏰ REMINDER: Daylight Saving Time ends next weekend! Remember to turn your clocks back one hour Saturday night, October 31.

❤️ FAITH • FELLOWSHIP • FAMILY • COMMUNITY

At Shepherd's United Methodist Church, there's a place for everyone. Come worship, grow in faith, serve our neighbors, and enjoy the friendship of a caring church family.

We look forward to seeing you Sunday!

📣 Please LIKE, SHARE, and INVITE a friend or neighbor. Help us spread the word about all the wonderful things happening at Shepherd's!

10/18/2026

🙏 Sunday Worship Service — October 18, 2026

⛪ Shepherd’s United Methodist Church

We invite you to join us in worship through this recording of our Sunday service.

Whether you were unable to attend in person, would like to hear the message again, or simply want to spend time in worship and reflection, we welcome you!

▶️ Click the video to listen to the full worship service.

Please share this recording with family, friends, and anyone who could use a message of faith, hope, and encouragement.

❤️ May God bless you and your family throughout the coming week!

🍂 SHEPHERD’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 🍂🙏 Sunday Worship – October 18, 2026We warmly invite everyone to join us for worshi...
10/18/2026

🍂 SHEPHERD’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 🍂

🙏 Sunday Worship – October 18, 2026

We warmly invite everyone to join us for worship, fellowship, and a time of growing together in faith!

📖 This Sunday's Message: “Is God Fair?”

Scripture: Matthew 20:1–16

Message by: Rev. Keith Ritchie

📌 UPCOMING CHURCH ACTIVITIES

🎶 Choir Practice: Thursday, October 22, at 6:30 PM.

📖 Fall Bible Study – Faith and Faithfulness: Every Sunday from 11:00 AM to noon. Everyone is welcome!

🍂 Sunday, October 25:

Highway Beautification at 2:00 PM. Hot dogs, rolls, and beverages provided. Please bring a covered dish.

🎃 Trunk or Treat from 5:00–7:00 PM. Come enjoy an evening of community fellowship!

❤️ King and Queen Food Pantry collection. Your generous donations help families throughout our community.

Please take a moment to review this week's bulletin for our order of worship, announcements, and prayer concerns.

❤️ All are welcome at Shepherd’s United Methodist Church!

We look forward to worshiping with you!

Join us at Shepherds UMC for Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25th, from 5:00–7:00 PM!Everyone is welcome to come enjoy...
10/13/2026

Join us at Shepherds UMC for Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25th, from 5:00–7:00 PM!

Everyone is welcome to come enjoy an evening of treats, costumes, and community fun!

Event Details: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GszgkaKRL/

Interested in hosting a trunk? We'd love to have you join us! Check out the flyer or the event for registration details.

Help us spread the word! We look forward to seeing everyone there!

10/11/2026

⛪ Sunday Worship at Shepherd’s United Methodist Church

📅 October 11, 2026

🙏 We invite you to join us in worship as we share the recording of today's Sunday service.

Whether you were unable to attend in person or would simply like to listen again, we hope this service brings you encouragement, peace, and a renewed sense of God's love.

🎧 Click the play button to listen to the complete worship service.

We are grateful for our church family and welcome everyone to worship with us!

❤️ May God bless you and your family throughout the coming week.

Shepherd’s United Methodist Church

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163 Fleets Mill Road
Saint Stephens Church, VA
23148

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