We are designing a New Ministry Center at our 5 Prospect Street location.
Keep checking in for more information.
Mailing Address: PO Box 111, New Market MD 21774
More about our 2025 Capital Campaign
Yellow = $100,000 and above
Red = $50,000-$99,999
Purple= $25,000- $49,999
Orange = $5,000-$24,999
Green = $1- $4,999
The New Ministry Center Giving Tree
The Generosity Team sought an alternative to a thermometer for tracking commitment pledges as they came in. Therefore, they developed the concept of the giving tree. The painted top of the tree symbolizes the $1 million in assets the campaign has already set aside. This includes the revenue from selling the parsonage/schoolhouse.
The leaves on the tree represent the dollar amount of each pledge. We follow the teaching of Jesus of the "widow's mite," and no names are displayed on the leaves. Every contribution matters. The New Ministry Center will have a place to honor those who contributed or those they want to memorialize.
The two branch stumps represent the two other attempts to add more space to the sanctuary and ED building, which did not come to fruition at those times.
As funds are pledged, the bark of the tree will grow. When a milestone has been reached, we will "tie a yellow ribbon round the old oak tree."
Campaign pledges as of 12/21/2025 are $761,900 (this amount will be updated monthly).
Announcements
Worship this Sunday
First Sunday of Christmas
Stump the Organist
Unity Service
Unity Service at 10:15 AM On December 28 there will be just one worship service.
Scripture: Isaiah 63: 7-9,
Matthew 2: 13-23
Sermon: "Son of Man on the Run"
6:00 pm: Fairview Chapel,
6802 Boyers Mill Road,
New Market, MD 21774
Sunday School
Sunday Morning- 9:30- Children’s Sunday School Ed Building
Sunday Morning- 9:30- Middle School and Senior High- Schoolhouse
Sunday Morning- 9:30- Adult Bible Study- Schoolhouse
If you would like to volunteer or help with Sunday School, there are many opportunities to assist the teachers on a rotating basis. Please contact Donna Clawson declawson16@gmail.com
December 28 Unity Service at 10:15 AM On December 28 there will be just one worship service. There will be no Sunday School that day; however, the worship service will include a Children's Chat. There will be coffee and donuts starting at 9:30 AM. This service will give both congregations of both services a chance to see and fellowship with each other.
Valet Parking Now Available at 11:00 AM Service
The NMUMC Trustees are aware of the challenges experienced by our limited-mobility congregants when accessing handicapped parking. We will address this issue as we develop the site plan for the New Ministry Center. Meanwhile, we are adding the option of valet parking for these individuals. To use this option: pull up to the front steps or the handicapped ramp of the sanctuary and turn on the vehicle’s flashers. An attendant will park your car after you exit the vehicle and will coordinate a pick-up time with you.
Thank you for your patience as we try to improve all aspects of our ministry campus.
Parking Update for Those with Mobility Challenges
Following the October COF Meeting, it was noted that the walk from the Schoolhouse to the parking lot can be difficult for some attendees using walkers or other mobility aids. With permission from Rosemarie (of the Frederick Moving Company and NMUMC Preschool), parking is now available on the grassy area to the left of their driveway and in their driveway itself for those who may need closer access.
Special thanks to Rosemarie for her generosity in supporting our members’ safety and accessibility.
No Fresh Start Services til 2026
The Fresh Start Service Starts March 8, 2026. This service will be held at 8:15 am at Fairview Chapel, 6802 Boyers Mill Rd, New Market 21774. The design for this service is for those who want to get an early start on their Sunday and those who are seeking an alternate worship experience. Acoustic guitar, prayer, a short inspirational message, and Communion will be highlighted. The service is designed to last 30 minutes.
Bible Study
FOOD PANTRY IS RUNNING LOW!
Tuesday morning Bible study
Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in the Sanctuary
Begins January 6th and continues weekly until the summer.
Starting in January we will be studying Eugene Peterson’s book “A Long Obedience in the Same Direction.” There is a study companion that we will also be using. The class normally runs for 2 hours, but you can leave whenever you need to.
FOOD PANTRY IS RUNNING LOW!
FOOD PANTRY IS RUNNING LOW!
New Market United Methodist Church has a small food pantry we keep stocked for those in need. We are reaching out to you asking for donations to get us through the next few months.
Some Guidelines:
Do not buy “giant size” or “bulk” of anything – they will not fit in the pantry Examples, are large packages of diapers, toilet paper or paper towels. If you buy them in bulk and the paper products are individually wrapped we can put a few out at a time. Do not get “giant” size paper towels – they take up too much room. Large cans of anything usually won’t be picked up.
Monday (12/29)- Jeremiah 31: 7-14
The prophet is speaking to the exiles in Babylon who may have lost all hope of being
rescued. When have you experienced your own “Babylon” experience? Have you been
rescued yet or are you still waiting? Pray for deliverance.
Tuesday (12/30)- Jeremiah 12: 1-6
Have you ever had a complaint like this against the Lord, the same as Jeremiah? What can
you do to refocus your complaints to praise?
Wednesday (12/31)- Psalm 147
Pray for peace in and out of our borders for the coming year.
Thursday (1/1)- John 1: 1-9
Happy New Year! Recite the powerful words from John aloud a few times during this day.
Friday (1/2)- Ephesians 1: 3-14
When Paul states “chosen”, do you think he means specific individuals or all of humanity?
Why or why not?
Saturday (1/3)- John 1: 10-18
What powerful truths is John driving home?
Sunday (1/4)- Worship in person or online.
Hope4Kids is a Maryland Food Bank Distribution Partner
I am so excited that we are starting up another year of helping our students within the community. Our packing will be held on Tuesday,
Dec 9 at 6:00 pm in the NMUMC schoolhouse building. We look forward to seeing you there!
Blessings,
Kelly Herzing
Hope 4 Kids Coordinator
If you have any questions, contact Kathy Petrill at Kathy.petrill@hopemtcarmel.org
Weather Policy
Winter Weather Policy
The following procedure will be used for the cancelation of church meetings, events, office hours and church services for the winter of 2023 - 2024.
Church meetings, events and office hours during the weekday will follow the Frederick County Public School closings. If schools are closed for the day or have early dismissal due to inclement weather all scheduled in-person activities will be automatically canceled for that day and evening.
During the weekend all activity and service cancelations will be posted by 8 a.m. via the following venues. A church wide email will be sent out with information.