November 11, 2018
Upcoming Events — Mark Your Calendars!
November 18, 2018 - 12:15 PM: Confirmation Information Luncheon
December 1, 2018 - 8:30 AM: Pancakes and Pajamas
December 1, 2018 - 9:00 AM: Hanging of the Greens
December 2, 2018 - 10:00 AM: Advent Brunch
December 7, 2018 - 5:00 PM: Parents’ Night Out
December 15, 2018 - 5:00 PM: Children's Nativity and Dinner
December 21, 2018 - 6:00, 7:00 & 8:00 PM: Living Nativity
December 24, 2018 - 5:00, 7:30 & 11:00 PM: Christmas Eve Worship
January 4, 2019 - 6:00-7:30 PM: First Fridays Kick-Off
Office Hours and Email
Office hours at Aldersgate Church are 10:00am to 3:00pm, Monday
through Friday. On an interim basis, Randy Gardner will be serving as
Church Administrator. All Correspondence with the Church Adminis-
trator should be sent to info@cvaumc.org.
USHERS NEEDED!
The church needs your help. A great service opportunity at
Aldersgate Church is being an usher. We need ushers for every
week of the month for the 11:00am service time except the
3rd week of each month. If you are interested in exploring this
opportunity to serve periodically on Sunday morning, please
contact Bob Miller at bmiller@pvcc.edu. or Pastor Rob at
robrobertson@cvaumc.org.
Welcome!
Welcome to Aldersgate Church!
We’re glad you’ve found our church! We hope you’ll find us to be an
encouraging, friendly group of people. While we don’t make any claims
to be perfect, at our church we come together to help make the
kingdom of God a reality on earth by loving God and loving our neighbor.
Branding Survey
Your Help is Critical!
Church Council is excited to announce that Aldersgate Church will be
working with Mary Beth Bowen and Sarah Scott from Hive Creative Group
on creating a clearer and more effective brand for Aldersgate Church. This
effort will help us to have more concise communications within the
church and more effectively share our story with the community. With
your help, we will be examining our mission statement, values, key
principals, and more!
Input from the entire Aldersgate family, including membership and
regular attendees, is critical to this project. Hive Creative Group has
prepared both online and hard copy surveys for your convenience. The
link to the online survey will be available on the Aldersgate Church
website www.cvaumc.org/branding. The hard copy survey will be
available to pick up starting next Sunday, November 18 th after the 9:00
and 11:00 AM services. Surveys will be received through Sunday,
December 9th . We invite and encourage you to participate by filling out a
survey. If you should need assistance or have questions, please contact
the Church Office by telephone (973-5806) or email info@cvaumc.org.
Thank you in advance for your help!

For Our Youngest Friends
and Their Parents
A professionally staffed nursery is available for children birth through
age three during all services and Sunday School on the lower level. An
usher will be happy to direct you. Additionally, a Parent Room is
available in the Parlor adjacent to the Sanctuary, for viewing and hearing
all services. Please ask an usher to show you the way. All restrooms are
equipped with changing tables.
Sunday Children's Worship
During 9am and 11am Services
Calling all children! Children 3 years old through 5th grade are invited to
come and be a part of our Children's Worship time downstairs following
the Children's Message. There they will have opportunities to encounter
God through scripture, music, prayers, and other meaningful and fun
ways. Elementary-age children will return to the sanctuary and gather
with the congregation for the benediction each week. At 9:00am, Pre-
Schoolers move to their 10:10am Sunday School room. If you have any
questions, please contact Pastor Julie Nitzsche.
Children's Sunday School
Sunday School, a time of bible discovery with friends, invites all children
to come and learn at 10:10am. Lynn Bremer leads the elementary class
(Room 106) and Sherry Bryant leads our all new Preschool/Kindergarten
class (Room 110). Classrooms are found in the Education Wing on the
ground floor level.
Save the Date! Parent's Night Out
Parent’s Night Out is a ministry opportunity for young parents to have a
time apart for soul care. Parents may register their children (sign up link
coming soon) for December 7th from 5:00-8:00 pm. Children will spend a
fun and festive evening enjoying dinner, a movie, and various creative
stations such as drama, STEM, art, and more. Please sign up by December
1. Please contact Pastor Julie Nitzsche at julienitzsche@cvaumc.org.
Sisters in Scripture
The Sisters in Scripture Sunday School Class (Room 211) has a small
group DVD bible study, Twelve Women of the Bible. Lysa TerKuerst, Elisa
Morgan, Jeanne Stevens and other leaders look at the spiritual lessons
learned from twelve biblical women and what they mean for your life
today. All ladies are invited to join us each Sunday morning, 10:10am-
10:50am. Send any questions to Ann Brown at info@cvaumc.org.
Staff Openings at Aldersgate Church
Church Administrator Needed -
On behalf of Aldersgate’s Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC), we
share our church administrator, Amy O’Brien, was recently offered an
opportunity for a career change. Amy feels led by God to accept that
opportunity, and so her last day was Friday, October 5, 2018. We
deeply appreciate Amy’s service to our church for the past 11 years; and
as she leaves us, we send our prayers, gratitude, love, and good wishes
with her and her daughter, Erin. If you are interested or know someone
that may be interested in learning more about the position, please
contact Greg Brown, (434) 327-8763 or gabrown2926@gmail.com or
any member of the Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC).
Kitchen Coordinator Needed -
Elizabeth Peterson has served as our Kitchen Coordinator for the past
three years and her time as coordinator ended September 30,
2018. Her time, energy and dedication to the position is appreciated
and we thank her for all she has done!
If you are interested in the Sip N Chat - Kitchen Coordinator position or
have questions, contact Greg Brown (434) 327-8763 or
gabrown2926@gmail.com or any member of SPRC.

Young Adults/Sunday Morning
Small Group:
New Study Beginning Soon!
Join us for a time of fellowship and study this holiday season! The group
will be exploring Christmas through the eyes of Joseph, a man who
found himself in circumstances that he never would have chosen for
himself. How do we, like Joseph, find the courage to keep pressing on,
even when we find ourselves in unpleasant circumstances? How do we
see God as a sustainer in the middle of our messy lives? We will discuss
these questions and more, using Adam Hamilton’s Faithful as our guide.
The group meets in the Hospitality Room (downstairs) on Sundays from
10:10-10:50am and all materials are provided. Come as you are!
Join Us!
Young Adult Small Group
TODAY at 10:10am in the Hospitality Room
Are you a young professional or parent seeking to connect with others?
We invite you to a set-apart time of fellowship, encouragement, and
spiritual growth. We meet in the Hospitality Room from 10:00am to
10:50am on the lower level, and all materials are provided. You don’t
need to do anything other than show up and enjoy.
It’s the relationship secret
that’s hidden in plain sight ...
Sunday Evenings, 5PM, Choir Room
Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, award winning and New York Times Bestselling
author of Love & Respect and former pastor, presents his Love and
Respect conference on DVD with discussion to follow, each session
lasting about 1 ½ hours. For more information, contact Chris Fuss 434-
466-5721 or preacherfuss@gmail.com.
Joyful Noise Singers
Children (grades 1-6) are invited to gather in the Sanctuary from 12:15-
12:30am (by the organ after 11:00am service) with Rafael. This will be a
time for the children to learn more about music and rehearse for
upcoming opportunities to sing in worship as they glorify God. Contact
Rafael at rafaelscarfullery@cvaumc.org.
Children's Ministry is growing!!
Help is needed to fulfill our calling in the lives of our children. Adult
“helpers” are needed during the 9:00am Children's Worship Time and
during the 10:00am Children's Sunday School time, usually just once a
month. Please contact Pastor Julie Nitzsche julienitzsche@cvaumc.org to
get more information.
SAVE THE DATE: Children’s Nativity
You're invited to come and enjoy our Children's Nativity, "ON THE ROAD
TO BETHLEHEM", Saturday, December 15th at 5:00 pm at Aldersgate
United Methodist Church. This is a free event, all are invited! Join us for
this fun evening featuring all of our worship musical groups and children
ages 4-14 sharing God's story. You'll be invited to sing along with
favorite carols, hear the familiar story and we'll end the festivities with a
home cooked dinner! Bring the whole family as we celebrate the birth of
our Lord and Savior together!
Children's Nativity
Cast Information
The Children's Nativity on December 15 at 5:00pm and there is still room
for younger children (ages 4 through 2nd grade) to join the cast and
attend 1 practice (December 12 or 14). The next practice for older
children will be on Wednesday, November 14 at 5:30pm. Please contact
Pastor Julie for more information at julienitzsche@cvaumc.org.

Youth Sunday School
Each Sunday — 10:10 AM – 10:50 AM
Youth Room - 105
Youth Sunday School - Every Sunday, Youth Sunday School meets in the
Youth Room (107) from 10:10–10:50am. This is open to all 6th - 12th
graders. Contact Ms. Rebecca, wagnerwimps@yahoo.com.
Youth Calendar Update
High School Youth
Sunday, November 11, 2018 5:00-8:00 PM High School Youth Group
Dinner and a Movie
Middle School Youth
Sunday, November 11, 2018 NO Middle School Youth Group—rest and
study!
NEX-GEN Virginia Conference
Youth Fall Retreats
Today is the FINAL Day to Register!
High School Retreat Details (Grades 9th – 12th Only)
Retreat Weekend will be Friday, November 30 til Sunday, December 2.
High School Full Price and the final date to reserve a spot for the
Weekend Retreat is $145.00 payment by TODAY. Registration and
Refunds will follow the Virginia Conference Policy.
If you should have any questions about this retreat, contact Carolyn
Robertson at carolynrobertson@cvaumc.org.
A Time for All Generations to Connect
Advent Season Begins
Saturday, December 1
Children's Ministry is hosting Pancakes and Pajamas from 8:30 -
9:30am on December 1 in the Fellowship Hall. Participants can come
dressed in festive pajamas and enjoy making their very own pancakes,
complete with the toppings. Each participant will then have an
opportunity to make a Christmas Tree ornament that will be used for
our tree in the Reed Room and a take home activity for the whole
family.
Hospitality Committee will begin preparing the Reed Room @ 9:00am
on December 1 for our Advent season. If you would like to help set
tables and make this space ready, please contact Jennifer Hamlin at
panachejennifer@gmail.com. The Advent Brunch will be held on
Sunday, Dec. 2 @ 10:00am between services and is a pot luck
celebration of food, faith and fellowship. Come and Enjoy!
Altar Guild is hosting the Hanging of the Greens, a traditional means of
preparing the Sanctuary for the season of Advent. Beginning at 9:00am
December 1, we'll decorate Sanctuary Chrismon Trees, hang wreaths,
prepare the Christmas Tree in the Welcome Center Please contact
Kimberley Roll at rollwell3@gmail.com or 973-6382 for information.
Wednesday, November 28 at 10:00 am -- A few good men are needed
to help set up the artificial Christmas trees in the Sanctuary, Reed
Room and Welcome Center.
Angel Tree Coming Soon
Make Christmas a memorable day for underprivileged children and
lonely senior citizens! Beginning Sunday, November 18, there will be an
Angel Tree display in the Reed Room. This year, we will have 25 youth
angels, through the Salvation Army, and 45 seniors who could use a little
love and encouragement. You may pick up your angel at any time, but
please return all gifts to AUMC no later than Sunday, December 2. Gifts
for the Salvation Army youths should be unwrapped, and gifts for the
seniors do need to be gift wrapped or gift bagged with the residents'
names securely attached. If you have any questions regarding the youth
gifts, please contact Ann Brown at 434-882-2533; or Pat Daniel at
434.975.1363 for the senior gifts.
 On-line Orders: Christmas Wreath Youth
Group Fundraising Event
It is still not too late to support our youth and join in
the spirit of the holidays by participating in our
Christmas wreath fundraising event. We are now
taking orders for wreaths on-line only. The proceeds
will support our youth in ministry, fellowship and in
mission. The funds our youth raise will go towards
reducing the out-of-pocket expense for youth and their families to attend
youth ministry events including our annual Virginia Conference Retreats
and District Retreats.
Here is how you can support our mission:
Visit: www.Mickman HolidayGifts.com
Login by Using our Fundraising Code: ALDERSVA001
Sellers Name: Youth Group
Place your order on their secure website. Aldersgate Youth will receive
$8.00 per item purchased. Thank you for your support of our youth!
Training for Stephen Ministry
AUMC has been a Stephen ministry for 15 years.
Our Stephen Ministers have been a blessing to
individuals, to the lay ministers themselves, and to
the whole congregation. To continue and expand the ministry of care,
we will begin another Stephen ministry training class to start in early
2019. Take advantage of this opportunity to share the love that God has
given you. You will find that being a Stephen minister will not only be
helpful to others, but it will be one of the most fulfilling and joyful
experiences that you will ever have. If you want to know more about
this ministry, you can speak with one of our Stephen Leaders (Billie
Campbell—bcampbell@icloud.com and Chris Fuss) or Stephen Ministers
(Joan Forrest and Mary Seymour).
United Methodist Men: Flower Bulb Sale
The United Methodist Men’s group has extended its sale of iris roots,
glads, and jonquils bulbs through TODAY in the Reed Room following the
9:00 am service and the 11:00 am service. The profits from this sale will
continue to support the men’s group mission.
Confirmation Information
Luncheon
for Youth & Parents
Please register by Thursday, November 15th
On November 18, 2018, at 12:15pm, youth and their parents are invited
to attend an information luncheon regarding the confirmation program
at Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Confirmation is a series of
classes that help youth, currently in the sixth grade or higher, explore
their faith and discern whether they are ready to make a profession of
faith in Jesus Christ! During confirmation classes, confirmands learn
about the meaning of Christian faith, the history and teaching of the
United Methodist Church, an explanation of the sacraments of Baptism
and Holy Communion, and the membership vows of the
church. Contact Carolyn Robertson at carolynrobertson@cvaumc.org to
reserve your lunch.
Volunteers for Sunday Night
Youth Dinner
Our Youth Group for 2018-2019 is in full swing and each Sunday night,
the Middle School and High School youth join for a time of fellowship
over a meal from 6:15pm-6:45pm. Youth Group is seeking adult
volunteers, Sunday School Classes or other adult small groups in the
church who would be willing to volunteer to assist with our Sunday
Night Youth Group Dinner. We would ask that the night you volunteer,
you would help prepare or pick up our meal, set up food for buffet style
serving, join us for dinner and fellowship and help us with cleaning
up. Please see the available dates in the Reed Room (meal stipend
monies are available to support this ministry). For more information,
contact Carolyn Robertson, Youth Coordinator.
Young Adult/Family Gathering
Young Adult Small Group and Children’s Ministry is hosting a Simple
Gathering on Saturday, November 17 at 2:00 pm on the playground at
the church. Join us for a simple time of making s’mores and hot
chocolate, bring a lawn chair and enjoy conversation and let the kids
play! You don’t have to be a part of Small Group to join us, just come as
you are. For more information, email julienitzsche@cvaumc.org.

Aldersgate Church is Seeking a Director for
the Aldersgate Youth Praise Band
The Aldersgate Youth Praise Band ministry is seeking an
adult Christian to support and direct youth volunteers
in expressing a contagious love of Jesus through music
and worship. The director will assist the band in
rehearsals and in preparations for leading worship at
Aldersgate Church. The Youth Praise Band leads music
during worship periodically throughout the year. If you
would like to explore this volunteer opportunity, please contact
info@cvaumc.org or Pastor Rob Robertson at 973-5806.
Blue Ridge Food Bank Needs Donations!
As you prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving this year with family and
friends, please remember those less fortunate than we are and
contribute food items to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. Food that is
needed includes:
Canned Items: Beef Stew, Ravioli, Spaghetti, Vegetables, Fruit, 100%
Juice, Soups, Chicken or Tuna (most needed)
Boxed: Rice 1 lb. (or bag); Macaroni & Cheese, Pasta & Pasta Sauce,
Breakfast Cereals/Oatmeal/Grits
Other: Coffee/Tea/Jam/Jelly, Peanut Butter (most needed)
NOTE: Please check expiration dates. NO GLASS JARS and NO jumbo
size containers, please. Food Collection Bins will be placed in the
Welcome Center and outside the Reed Room. Food will be collected
through November 30.
PACEM Ministry: Help Needed!
Aldersgate UMC will once again host the PACEM (People and
Congregations Engaged in Ministry) Women’s Shelter from November
10 through the 17. Opportunities to help include greeting our guests
as they arrive, laundering towels, personal laundry, preparing snacks,
helping in the kitchen, spending time with our guests, and staying
overnight. Items also are being collected for the shelter through
TODAY. Volunteer sign-up sheets and Donation boxes will be located in
the Reed Room and the Welcome Center.
Personal items: Chapstick, lotion, ladies socks (athletic and dress).
Food: Gum, mints, hard candy, snack bags of potato chips, pretzels,
Cheetos, soft snack bars, tea bags, hot chocolate mix, lemonade mix,
Splenda and sugar.
Other: New or gently used bath towels and current magazines.
Monetary contributions will be accepted to buy food and paper goods,
and to help with other expenses related to hosting the
program. Please make your check payable to AUMC with PACEM listed
on the memo line. For more information, contact Deb Reynolds at 295-
8217, or rynldsdeb@gmail.com; or Nancy Berman at 973-6555, or
nancy.holliday.berman@gmail.com.
Donations for College Students
The time has come again: time to collect goodies for care packages for
our college students during exam time! We are collecting candy, gum,
chocolate, nuts, granola bars, mints, popcorn, crackers, pens, pencils, or
any individually wrapped food items or small items that would lift the
spirits of students in the midst of exams AND remind them that their
church family is thinking of them! The items can be placed in the tub
located in the hospitality room downstairs; deadline is November
18. Call Susan Reed for information at 973-0766 or email
reedr3va@gmail.com.