Rev. Derek Porter, Senior Pastor
Worship Times:
9:00 am Contemporary
11:15 am Traditional
September 20, 2026
We’re delighted you chose to worship with us.
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For this week’s prayer card or if you need prayer and would like to submit a prayer request, please visit rumc.com/prayer
We livestream and video record our services to enable those who cannot join us in person to participate. If you prefer to be seated outside the view of the camera, please sit near the back of the sanctuary or please let a greeter know. We are happy to accommodate you.
This Week at RUMC
No Wednesday Night Supper this week since there are several school systems on fall break. See you next week!
Scouting For Food: Help stock the food pantry shelves at North Fulton Community Charities. Members of RUMC’s Scout troops will be outside the Sanctuary building on Sunday, September 27, to receive your donations. For a complete list of items needed, go to rumc.com/drive.
The Dementia Caregivers’ Support Group, facilitated by the Dementia Spotlight Foundation, will meet Thursday, September 24, at 10 a.m. in the Dining Room, Chapel building. Pre-registration is not required. CaraVita Home Care will provide one hour of care, at no cost, at RUMC for care receivers during the meeting. For more information contact tfagan@rumc.com or 770.261.1767.
Planning Ahead
Malone Dodson Memorial Golf Tournament: Calling all golfers! Gather your friends and join us for the 27th Annual Malone Dodson Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, September 28, at the Country Club of Roswell. Enjoy a day of good golf, good food, and good company while supporting the ministries of our church. Every dollar raised helps make a difference. Visit rumcf.org/events for more information and to register.
RUMC Job Networking: If you are seeking employment, exploring a career change, or need encouragement in your job search, join us Monday, September 28, from 1-8 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. For agenda and to register, please visit rumcjobnetworking.com. For more information, contact jobnetworking@rumc.com or 770.261.1739.
Community and Fellowship Lunch: Join us for lunch on Tuesday, September 29, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Dining Room, Chapel building. Meals are $8 each with a $35 family meal take-out option. All are welcome.
Get in the Christmas spirit early! Join the Sanctuary Choir for a preview of the 2026 Christmas Festival Concert music on Wednesday, September 30, at 7:45 p.m. in the Choir Room. Come listen or sing along! No auditions; no Sunday commitment; and childcare is available for rehearsals and the concerts. For more information, contact Angela Lepkofker at alepkofker@rumc.com or 770.261.1709
Men’s Breakfast: Join us for the next Men’s Breakfast on Thursday, October 1. Full hot breakfast begins at 6:45 a.m. in the Dining Room, Chapel building.
GriefShare - Loss of a Spouse: Widowed? Help is here and hope is possible. Discover practical tips for coping with the death of a spouse and reasons for hope. This program will be offered at RUMC twice during October. For dates/times and to register visit rumc.com/support.
Fall Frenzy: Join us and bring your friends on Wednesday, October 14, starting at 5 p.m. on The Commons for an evening of family fun! We’ll have inflatables, a petting zoo, face painting, and games! Food will be available for purchase. We hope to see you there!
Ways to Serve
MUST Neighborhood Pantry: We will serve our neighborhood on Monday, October 5. This ministry provides food to 250 families every month. Volunteers are needed. For more information, contact Scotty Brewington at scotty@marketjet.com.
DARE: Please consider joining for a day or an overnight trip to help long-term recovery efforts following storms and hurricanes. The next RUMC DARE team trip is October 15-17. For more info or to volunteer, visit whofixedtheroof.com.
Drake House: Be part of a meaningful ministry to the Drake House! On the second Monday of each month, RUMC volunteers pick up prepared, individually packed meals from the church kitchen and deliver them to the Drake House. For more information, go to rumc.com/serve.
The Young Apprentice Construction Club is looking for volunteers to help encourage and mentor young people as they learn valuable construction skills and make a difference in our community. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact John Ross at johnross11@icloud.com or visit toolboxtools.life for more information.
If you would like to serve the church in other ways, please visit rumc.com/volunteer.
Around RUMC
The Charis Gallery is currently exhibiting “A Momentous Occasion,” a show featuring 29 pieces by 11 artists. The exhibit will remain on display through October 18.
RUMC Preschool and Kindergarten (RUMCK), serving children 18 months to kindergarten, has limited openings for the fall. Visit rumc.com/RUMCK or call the school office at 770.998.8699 for more information.
Join Our Team: Roswell UMC is hiring! Visit rumc.com/careers to learn more about open positions in various ministry areas. If you or someone you know may be a good fit, please email us at hr@rumc.com.
The Prayer Card is updated weekly. If you need prayer, please send us a request online at rumc.com/prayer
Assisted Listening Devices are now available for those who would benefit from enhanced sound during worship services. Devices may be picked up at the back of the Sanctuary near the sound board prior to the start of the service.
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