5K Fun Run Traffic Plan – May 5
May
5
to May 9

5K Fun Run Traffic Plan – May 5

5K Fun Run Traffic Plan – May 5

The Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual 5K Fun Run on Sunday morning, May 5.  The race goes out of the Oval at 9:15 and circles east around town and back, which can cause some challenges for those coming to church early.  Through communication with the Nutley Police Department, if you are arriving from 9:00-9:20 please come to Vincent Place via Franklin Avenue and William Street.  After 9:20, please come to Vincent Place using Passaic Avenue to Chestnut Street.  If needed, simply indicate to any police officers or guards that you are going to Vincent Church.  This is one of the challenges, far outweighed by the blessings, of being “The Church in the Heart of Nutley.”

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Mother Day, Confirmation Sunday & Promotion Sunday
May
12
10:30 AM10:30

Mother Day, Confirmation Sunday & Promotion Sunday

Mother’s Day Sunday – May 12

Mother’s Day is May 12 when we give thanks for mothers and all the women who have shared their love with us.  We will share a time of recognition and appreciation in our service of all the women in Jesus’ name.

Confirmation Sunday – May 12

Confirmation Sunday will be May 12.  Alexa Bitten, Evan Blanchard, Lee Devine, Cameron Feld, Andrew Hunter, Ben Raughley, and Emma Raughley will be presenting themselves to make their profession of faith in Jesus Christ and to be baptized and/or confirmed as members of our church.  Please pray for them as they approach this important day, and join us as we affirm them together!

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Pentecost Sunday 195th Anniversary Sunday
May
19
10:00 AM10:00

Pentecost Sunday 195th Anniversary Sunday

Our Vincent United Methodist Church is celebrating its 195th anniversary this month!  We started as a Sunday School on Passaic Avenue in 1829 and have grown to become a faithful mission and ministry center for Jesus Christ.  We will have a special service that Sunday including the recognition of 50-year members, the dedication of Memorial Gifts, and a message by Rev. LeDuc “A Vincent Church Legacy.” Please plan to join us personally or virtually for this historic day in the life of our congregation!

 

Recognition of Our 50-Year Members

Dedication of Memorial Gifts

Chancel Choir Singing

Sermon by Rev. LeDuc

            “A Vincent Church Legacy”

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GNJAC – May 19-21
May
19
to May 21

GNJAC – May 19-21

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Our Greater New Jersey Annual Conference will be held at Wildwood Convention Center from May 19-21.  People are welcome to attend as observers to the conference and participate in the worship services either in person or online.  Much of the conference and services will be available online through the Conference website at www.gnjumc.org.  Rev. LeDuc and Gene Carlson, our Lay Delegate, will be attending.  Please pray that God will guide and bless the delegates at the conference.

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Memorial Day Sunday
May
26
10:00 AM10:00

Memorial Day Sunday

On Memorial Day Sunday, we will take an opportunity to remember those who have died in the service of our country.  Anyone who has a family member or close friend who gave the ultimate sacrifice in our Armed Services is invited to submit their name and some brief information by contacting the Church Office.

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Rev. LeDuc Retirement Celebration – June 2
Jun
2
2:00 PM14:00

Rev. LeDuc Retirement Celebration – June 2

Help us honor Rev. David Scott LeDuc for his 39 years of pastoral ministry for Christ through the United Methodist Church. Sunday, June 2 - 2:00 pm; Service & Program in the Sanctuary, followed by Food and Fellowship, Vincent Church, 100 Vincent Place, Nutley, NJ.  Service and Program will be live streamed on the church’s Facebook page.  Gifts in honor of Rev. LeDuc can be sent to the church by check (made to “VUMC” noting “Rev. LeDuc Gift”) or made at www.Vincentumc.org at “Giving.”  Gifts will be donated by his request to VUMC Care Ministries and Tanzania UMC Ministries. Reflections, notes, or pictures for a Gratitude Album (no larger than 8.5” x 11”) can be emailed to the church at vincentumc@verizon.net or mailed to Vincent UMC, 100 Vincent Place, Nutley, NJ 07110.  Please RSVP for Service and/or Light Luncheon by May 26 to: Vincentumc@verizon.net or (973)667-5440.

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Rev. LeDuc’s Retirement
Jun
30
10:00 AM10:00

Rev. LeDuc’s Retirement

Rev. David LeDuc will be retiring as of June 30 after 39 years of full-time pastoral ministry for Christ through the United Methodist Church.  On June 2 at 2:00, Vincent Church will host a Celebration of Ministry for him.  There will be a service in the sanctuary followed by food and fellowship.  Then, Sunday, June 9, at 10:00 a.m. will be Rev. LeDuc’s last service and sermon.  Rev. Dave and his family are scheduled to move out of the parsonage the following week.  While he will continue to be available to us through June 30 for pastoral needs, the following three Sunday services will be covered by our church leaders.  Let us keep Rev. Dave and his family and our church family in prayer during this time of pastoral transition.

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Next Pastor – Rev. Dr. Samuel Park
Jul
7
10:00 AM10:00

Next Pastor – Rev. Dr. Samuel Park

Bishop John R. Schol has appointed Rev. Dr. Samuel Park as the next pastor of our congregation following Rev. LeDuc’s retirement on June 30. Rev. Park will begin his new responsibilities on July 1st of this year. As a United Methodist Church, we are a part of an appointment system. Our Staff Parish Relations Committee met with the district superintendent to identify our congregation’s needs and the needed skills in a pastor.  Pastor Sam was born and raised in NYC. He felt God tug at his heart to be in pastoral ministry at a mission trip in Mexico. He received an M.Div from Drew and D.Min from Wesley while serving churches in NY, MD, NJ, and most recently at Delran UMC. He has a heart for preaching, teaching, the local church, and missions, and he loves to see disciples of Jesus making disciples of Jesus. He and his wife Grace are blessed with two wonderful children. Our new pastor will work with us and the conference so that we continue to make disciples of Jesus Christ.  Bishop Schol and the leaders of the Greater New Jersey Conference will work with us to continue to grow as a vital congregation.

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Vincent Church Rummage Sale – May 3-4
May
3
to May 5

Vincent Church Rummage Sale – May 3-4

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Vincent United Methodist Church will hold their annual Rummage Sale (formerly called Flea Market) on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A Pre-Sale is available on Friday evening from 6:30-8:30 for an admittance fee of $5. Items for sale will include jewelry, bric-a-brac, clothing, toys, kitchenware, home décor, bedding, small appliances, and more. A café will be open as well. The Church is located at 100 Vincent Place in Nutley. All are invited

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Fifth Sunday of Easter
Apr
28
10:00 AM10:00

Fifth Sunday of Easter

Chancel Choir Singing Sermon by Judy Concepcion “A New Creation: A Special Responsibility”

Easter is all about celebrating the new life Jesus makes possible for us! We often think of this new life in terms that are only spiritual or individual, but Jesus’ resurrection means new life for all of creation – yes, for us, but also for our communities and our environment. In a world grappling with environmental concerns, join us as we delve into scripture to understand how the renewed life Jesus offers shapes our responsibility to care for our environment and all its inhabitants.

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Fourth Sunday of Easter
Apr
21
10:00 AM10:00

Fourth Sunday of Easter

Easter is all about celebrating the new life Jesus makes possible for us! We often think of this new life in terms that are only spiritual or individual, but Jesus’ resurrection means new life for all of creation – yes, for us, but also for our communities and our environment. In a world grappling with environmental concerns, join us as we delve into scripture to understand how the renewed life Jesus offers shapes our responsibility to care for our environment and all its inhabitants.

Chancel Choir Singing Sermon by Luke Raughley “A New Creation: God’s Wide World”

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Third Sunday of Easter Holy Humor Sunday
Apr
14
10:00 AM10:00

Third Sunday of Easter Holy Humor Sunday

The season of Easter runs for seven weeks and is a season of joy because of the resurrection of Jesus! On April 14, we will highlight that joy with a Holy Humor Sunday as we celebrate the greatest joke ever played when Jesus fooled evil into thinking he was finished!

Dedication of Two Children Chancel Choir Singing Sermon by Rev. LeDuc “The Last Laugh!”

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Spring Cleanup in the Cemetery
Apr
13
10:00 AM10:00

Spring Cleanup in the Cemetery

Rain date 4/14 - 1pm - 4pm

The Trustees will be hosting a Church-wide Spring Cleanup at our Vincent UMC Cemetery at 213 Passaic Avenue in Nutley on Saturday, April 13. The time is from 10:00 to 3:00, though folks can come for whatever part of the day that fits their schedule. The rain date is Sunday afternoon, April 14 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. The Trustees will provide a pizza lunch and bottled water for the helpers. It is a large area with lots of trees to clean up after the winter and shrubs to trim. So, bring your pruning shears, loppers, manual hedge clippers, rakes, gas leaf blowers and/or tarps for a day of fellowship and service.

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Storage for Rummage Sale
Apr
9
to May 1

Storage for Rummage Sale

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People can now bring items for the Spring Rummage Sale (to be held on May 4 from 9-4; formerly called the Flea Market). They should be stored on or under the tables in the back of Fellowship Hall BEHIND the black partitions. We ask that people box items and pile them neatly. The Hall will be open each Sunday after church from 11-12 for drop-offs. The Hall is being used on weekdays from 8-6 so please avoid those hours. To arrange a drop off on a weekday evening or another time

Call Church office 973-667-5440

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Easter Bunny Breakfast
Mar
23
9:00 AM09:00

Easter Bunny Breakfast

Saturday morning, March 23rd

.Vincent Church

One seating at 9:00 a.m.

Breakfast will include: Pancakes, sausage, and fruit Coffee, tea, and juice

Children will complete a seasonal craft. Pictures with the Easter Bunny will be available!

Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 2-12 (under 2 is free) and should be purchased in advance through the Church Office.

Breakfast will be held in the beautiful Philhower Chapel. Please use the front door of the church to enter.

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UMYF Sub Sunday
Feb
11
11:30 AM11:30

UMYF Sub Sunday

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The MYF will be selling sub sandwiches to raise money for the upcoming year. The sandwiches are $10.00 each, will be freshly made to order, and ready to be picked up after church on February 11, 2024.  Order by FebRUARY 4,2024

Call church office for order form

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Christmas Sunday
Dec
31
10:00 AM10:00

Christmas Sunday

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Many people think that the Sunday before Christmas is Christmas Sunday.  This is not true because that Sunday is the fourth and last Sunday in Advent!  Christmas Sunday is the first Sunday on or after Christmas!  On that Sunday, we sing a lot of joyous carols, light the Advent and Christ Candles, and share some Christmas stories.  It is fun and informal and a true family celebration of the wonder and love of Christmas.  If you’re in town, come and enjoy this delightful service! 

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Christmas Eve Night Services
Dec
24
9:00 PM21:00

Christmas Eve Night Services

Our church offers two different opportunities on Christmas Eve to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ! Both services will be held in the church sanctuary and also be available for viewing on the church Facebook page and by Call-In on the usual Sunday morning numbers. The Family Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. It will include the lighting of the Advent and Christ Candles, carols, scripture, and feature “Our Own Christmas Pageant” as we re-enact the nativity with costumed characters from among the children who attend the service. While this service may be less formal, all of the children and youth make it very special!  The Traditional Service will be held at 9:00 p.m., with prelude music featuring soloists, the Wesley Ringers, and the Chancel Choir beginning at 8:45 p.m.  The service will include carols, scriptures, music by the Choir, “O Holy Night,” a Christmas sermon, and the Service of Candlelighting. This is a lovely and moving service that brings peace and joy to the heart! Whichever service fits your schedule or style, we hope you'll come with family and friends to sing "Joy to the world! The Lord is come!"

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Christmas Eve Afternoon
Dec
24
4:00 PM16:00

Christmas Eve Afternoon

Our church offers two different opportunities on Christmas Eve to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ! Both services will be held in the church sanctuary and also be available for viewing on the church Facebook page and by Call-In on the usual Sunday morning numbers. The Family Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. It will include the lighting of the Advent and Christ Candles, carols, scripture, and feature “Our Own Christmas Pageant” as we re-enact the nativity with costumed characters from among the children who attend the service. While this service may be less formal, all of the children and youth make it very special!  The Traditional Service will be held at 9:00 p.m., with prelude music featuring soloists, the Wesley Ringers, and the Chancel Choir beginning at 8:45 p.m.  The service will include carols, scriptures, music by the Choir, “O Holy Night,” a Christmas sermon, and the Service of Candlelighting. This is a lovely and moving service that brings peace and joy to the heart! Whichever service fits your schedule or style, we hope you'll come with family and friends to sing "Joy to the world! The Lord is come!"

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Christmas Eve Day Services
Dec
24
10:00 AM10:00

Christmas Eve Day Services

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Christmas Eve is on a Sunday this year.  The morning service at 10:00 a.m. will be the Fourth Sunday in Advent Service.  The Family Christmas Eve Service will be at 4:00 p.m.  The Traditional Candlelight Service for Christmas Eve will be at 9:00 p.m.  We hope you will join us in person or online for any or all of our Christmas Eve Day services as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

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