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."
Giving Tree Total: $1,143,900.000
Commitment Pledges: $933,900.00
$210,000.00 Commitment Estate Pledges
It's That Time Again ! VBS
Dates: August 3, 2026 - August 7, 2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Announcements
Worship this Sunday
Day of Pentecost
9:30 & 11:00 am Service Sanctuary
Guest Preacher: Susan Stevens -
Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, John 14:15-27
Sermon: “Breath of Life"
Fairview's services return on March 8, 2026 at 8:15 AM & 6:00 PM
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
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
Outdoor Worship
Every summer since COVID, the 9:30 AM service has chosen to worship in the yard next to the Sanctuary known as the Fossett Property. Thanks (once again) to the generous donation from Anthony Bishop’s employer, Deicing Depot, we will have access to an event trailer for the outdoor season. The trailer will be placed on the Fossett property (just east of the Sanctuary) and will serve as a home base for the service, housing all necessary equipment so we no longer need to set up and tear down each week.
Attendees will have a couple of options:
· Drive-in style: Designated parking spots will be available in the grassy area for those who prefer to stay in their cars.
· Lawn seating: Others are welcome to park in the lot and bring lawn chairs to sit in front of the trailer.
This outdoor service will take place every Sunday starting on May 31st, except for the first Sunday of each month (Communion Sunday), which will be held inside the sanctuary. As always, if there’s a threat of rain or extreme heat, we’ll move the service indoors. You are welcome to bring your pets if they are properly leashed. We will have a Blessing of the Animals service on June 14th with a rain date of June 21st.
Bible Study
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.
Bible 101
Wednesdays at 6 PM in the Ed. Building
The study begins January 7th.
Pastor Scott will be hosting an in-person study on Wednesdays at 6 PM in the Ed Building that will start with the first chapter of the Bible, Genesis. This study will be held from January 7th through February 11th, and then continue after Lent on April 8th.
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.
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.
NMUMC Food Pantry “Wish List”
The following items are currently on my “wish list” for our small pantry.
-Instant Potatoes
-Gravy mix
-Apple Sauce Cups
-Rice
-Canned Chicken
-Kleenex
Please drop off donations to the Ed. Building or in the back of the Sanctuary
Announcements
As of Sunday, March 8th the Fresh Start service at Fairview Chapel will be starting up again. Service Time: 8:15 am to 8:45 am (approximately 30 minutes) Location: Fairview Chapel 6802 Boyers Mill Road New Market, MD 21774
Our service begins with acoustic guitar music. We are blessed with three talented musicians Randy Granger, Lauren Hill and Eric Corbin. The three musicians rotate Sundays and they are amazing. Eric Corbin and friends.
We celebration the holy sacrament of Communion every Sunday.
We share joys and concerns and wonderful fellowship
Join Pastor Scott Clawson, Pastor Patty Robinson and Certified Lay Minister Susan Stevens (and like the musicians, we rotate schedules too) for a service that is just a bit different. All are welcome!
Fresh Start Preview Check out this video for a short look at the service.
Thursday (5/21)- 1 Corinthians 12: 3b- 13
What gifts of the Spirit do you possess? How are you using this gift or gifts?
Friday (5/22)- Acts 2: 1-13
Can the world still hear the “good news” proclaimed in all languages today? What is the
universal language of God?
Saturday (5/23)- Acts 2: 14-21
How has God poured out God’s Spirit on you?
Pentecost Sunday (5/24)- Worship and wear red in person or online.
Monday (5/25)- Start by taking five minutes to calm your mind. Ask the Holy Spirit to
quiet inner noise and prepare your heart to hear Him, not on your own strength, but by
focusing on His presence.
Tuesday (5/26)- Reflect on areas where you feel a gentle nudge to change thoughts,
attitudes, or behaviors; ask for forgiveness; or show kindness. The Spirit often speaks
through conscience to guide you toward holiness.
Wednesday (5/27)- Read a Psalm or a passage from the Gospels, focusing on listening
for one verse that speaks to your current situation. The Holy Spirit illuminates the written
Word to guide your daily steps.
Thursday (5/28)- Surrender specific worries or decisions to the Spirit. Listen for a sense
of peace rather than emotional urgency. True guidance often brings a "peace that surpasses
understanding.
Friday (5/29)- Dedicate this time to listing areas of life you have been trying to control.
Practice "letting go" to make room for divine guidance, trusting that the Spirit provides
direction through subtle nudges.
Saturday (5/30)- Ask the Spirit to manifest fruit (love, joy, and peace) rather than rush
tasks. Focus on being, not just doing, allowing the Spirit to guide your attitudes.
Sunday (5/31)- Worship online or in person.
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,
May 12 at 5:00 pm in the NMUMC schoolhouse building. We look forward to seeing you there!
Blessings,
Kelly Herzing
Hope 4 Kids Coordinator
The following Winter Weather procedure will be used for the cancellation of church meetings, events, office hours, and church services for this winter.
Church meetings, events, and office hours on weekdays 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 cancellations will be posted by 8AM via the following venues: A church-wide email will be sent out with information.