November 2025 RSM Newsletter
PASTOR APPRECIATION DINNER
The churches of Raleigh Shared Ministries gathered at Beckley Community UMC on October 26 for a potluck dinner to honor Pastor Don Stilgenbauer, Pastor David Rumburg and Diaconal Minister Laura Fygetakes. The United Women in Faith sponsored a bake sale to raise funds for a special Christmas project. To see photos from the dinner, see the newsletter by following the link below.
WARMING CENTER TO OPEN DECEMBER 1 VOLUNTEER MEETING AND TRAINING NOVEMBER 18
The winter of 2025 - 2026 marks the 5th year of Beckley Community United Methodist Church hosting the Beckley Warming Center. This year promises to be the most challenging year yet with the closure this summer of the Pine Haven shelter. Read more about the upcoming Warming Center meeting in the newsletter.
ESSENTIAL OILS CLASS
Mabscott United Methodist Church is offering a class in Essential Oils the last Tuesday of every month at 6:00 pm. The class teaches the safe use and health benefits of essential oils. See the newsletter for more information about the Essential Olis Class.
A TASTE OF ALASKA MISSION TRIP
On October 19, Pastor Don made a presentation on his mission trip to Alaska, including pictures and Alaskan delicacies. To see pictures and a description of the "Alaskan delicacies", see the newsletter.
CORRECTION (page 2)
There will not be a rummage sale and BBQ lunch at Sophia UMC on November 7th and 8th.