Shady Grove United Methodist Church, Mechanicsville

09/15/2026

🧹 CLEAN OUT & UNCLUTTER! 🧹

Get Ready for the 2027 Spring Yard Sale!

Have things around the house you no longer need? Donate them to the United Women in Faith (UWF) Spring Yard Sale! All proceeds benefit missions at Shady Grove UMC.

📦 Donation Drop-Off Dates
📍 Shady Grove UMC Gym

• Saturday, September 26 — 1:00–3:00 PM
• Sunday, September 27 — 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Please do not leave donations at the church throughout the year without first contacting a UWF representative.

Questions? Contact:
Laura Dustin — [email protected]
Susan Crouch — [email protected]

👍 We’re Accepting:

👕 Gently worn clothing & shoes
👜 Purses, bags & luggage
🧸 Toys, bikes & scooters
🍳 Kitchenware
📚 Books, CDs & DVDs
💻 Electronics
🔧 Tools
🪑 Furniture
🏠 Home décor & decorative pillows
👶 Baby items
⚽ Sporting equipment
🛏️ Linens
🎨 Craft supplies
🎄 Holiday décor
🖼️ Pictures & frames
🎲 Games & puzzles
💍 Jewelry

🚫 Please Do NOT Donate:

• Tube TVs
• VCRs, VHS tapes or cassette tapes
• Mattresses or bed pillows
• Undergarments
• Tools containing fuel
• Damaged items, stains, or items with missing/broken parts
• Car seats older than six years
• Drop-side cribs
• Plastic cups
• Everyday pens/pencils

Thank you for helping us turn your gently used treasures into support for missions! 💕

09/14/2026

🎃🍂 Get ready for some fall fun! 🍂🎃

The Shady Grove Pumpkin Patch is coming! We’ll be kicking off the season the first week in October. 🍁

We are so ready to enjoy pumpkins, fall colors, and all the fun of the season! 🎃🧡

Volunteers are needed to help run the pumpkin patch. You can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EAEA92BAAFDC07-65348605-shady #/ 👍👌

09/14/2026

We love you too, Wayne.
Shout out to all our players and sponsors for today's golf tournament. All proceeds from the tournament go toward local missions organizations - Habitat for Humanity and MCEF.

09/10/2026

♻️ Creation Care Corner
Fact: Paper production is one of the largest contributors to deforestation.

Tip: Go paperless for bills and statements whenever possible.👌👍

09/08/2026

🩸 Give the Gift of Life! ❤️

Save the date! Our next Blood Drive is coming up on Sunday, October 4th, from 8:00 am–1:00 pm in the gym.

If you’re able, please consider donating blood and helping make a difference in someone’s life. Every donation matters!

👉 Register here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=ShadyGrove

09/02/2026

Bible Study: Disciple Fast Track – The Old Testament

Want to get a better understanding of the Old Testament and how it fits into the larger story of Scripture? Join us for Disciple Fast Track: The Old Testament, a Bible study led by Mark Ellis and Chris Burnette.

The study meets Wednesdays from 7:00–8:30 PM in G111, beginning tonight through November 18. For questions, contact Mary Elder at [email protected]

08/31/2026

Register here: https://onrealm.org/shadygroveVA/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=NTk4ZjFiZTUtMzJlZS00OWUwLTgzODctYjQ2YTAwZjRlYmZi

08/26/2026

The United Women in Faith invite you to join us on Saturday, September 19 in Rooms G111-G113 for our General meeting. Light refreshments are at 9:30 am, followed by our guest speaker, Jen Dowda, of Dowda Senior Consultants at 10:00 am. Please RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesftOcq41rVsRcqhyLms95SOAuFNuWBIxgPF4-SHzFjJy0LA/viewform?usp=dialog

Dowda Senior Consultants offers free guidance and advocacy for seniors and their
families throughout the greater Richmond area. Founded by Jen Dowda after more than a decade of helping families find senior living solutions, the company surrounds families with a team of skilled, compassionate professionals who guide them through what can be an overwhelming season. Navigating the maze of assisted living communities, elder care, and support services is stressful for anyone just diving in—and Dowda's caring advocates use their deep knowledge, local connections, and insider insight to help families make confident, well-informed decisions.

Their process is personal and unhurried: they listen to your story like family, explore options and tour facilities alongside you, and help you build a plan together. Even after a decision is made, they stay involved as ongoing advocates—assisting with the transition, checking in, bringing birthday treats, and advocating for your loved one when needed. Whether you're facing a health crisis, a dementia diagnosis, or simply want to plan ahead, Dowda Senior Consultants walks the road with you, entirely free of charge.🙏

08/25/2026

🎃 Pumpkin Patch Volunteers Needed! 🎃

Our annual Pumpkin Patch is coming back this fall, beginning the first week of October! We’re looking forward to another great season—and we need volunteers to help make it happen. Whether you can help for a single shift or several, we’d love to have you join us!

And apparently, the pumpkins are already getting ready… 🌱🎃 Check out this little guy growing right here in our parking lot!

Want to help? Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EAEA92BAAFDC07-65348605-shady #/

Come be part of the fun! 🎃🍂❤️

08/20/2026