Pastor Bowman will retire effective June 30, 2025, after 3 years of faithful service to Harrisburg United Methodist and over 30 years of service to the United Methodist Church. HUMC and the United Methodist Church are grateful for his spiritual leadership and dedication during his ministry.
On Sunday, June 29, 2025, HUMC will celebrate his ministry with a reception at 9 a.m. and a special worship service at 10 a.m. We wish to honor Pastor Bowman with a donation to Hood Theological Seminary, where he serves on the Board of Trustees and mentors young pastors. Contributions can be made as follows:
Using the donation link on the church website and choosing the drop down for the Hood Theological Seminary,
Placing your check in the offering plate, or
Mailing your contribution to the church at P.O. Box 970, Harrisburg, NC 28075.
If writing a check, please be sure to note Hood Theological Seminary on the memo line.
There will be no Sunday School and only one worship service on June 29.
Please be in prayer for Pastor Bowman and Kim as he transitions to retirement after many years of faithful service to the United Methodist Church.
The Harrisburg Community Food Pantry is excited to share plans for our Kids Summer Program 2025 is in full swing! As part of the preparations, we’re putting together special bags for the kids — and we’d love your help in gathering the needed items.
Here is a suggested item list.
Assorted Fruit Cups
Assorted fruit juices
Soup cups
Granola bars
Sandwich crackers
Peanut Butter
Chicken/Tuna snack kits
Vienna Sausage
Beef Ravioli
We’ve also made it even easier to contribute: you can now order the needed items directly through Amazon! Simply scan the QR code on the attached flyer to be taken to our curated Amazon list.
If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Donations can be dropped off :
Monday- Friday 9 am -1 pm at
Harrisburg United Methodist Church
Rocky River Presbyterian Church
Percent Tap House during business hours
If you have any questions or need alternate pickup arrangements, please reach out to the Harrisburg Pantry at 704-957-8629
The Harrisburg UMC Missions Committee is excited to host a meal packing event on Friday, April 26, at 10 AM in the HUMC Fellowship Hall!
Recently, some of our team visited Lifeline Ministry, a local meal-packing organization similar to Rise Against Hunger, but with a focus on keeping meals in our community. This event will directly support food pantries, homeless shelters, and those in need in our area.
Our goal is to pack 10,000 meals, which include soybeans, dehydrated vegetables, seasoning, and rice—a nutritious and shelf-stable meal for families in need.
How You Can Help:
🔹 Unloading & Setup – We need volunteers at 8:30 AM to help unload the truck and set up.
🔹 Meal Packing – We need around 70 volunteers to start packing at 10 AM. The process takes approximately 1.5 hours.
You Are Invited… As we enter the sacred days of Holy Week, we invite you to walk with us through the story of love, sacrifice, and resurrection. Whether you are a regular part of our church family or someone who joins us from time to time, this is a season for everyone.
Come as you are—bring your questions, your hopes, your burdens—and discover again the power and promise of Easter. There is something deeply moving about worshiping together during these days, and your presence would make the celebration more complete.
Let this be the year you say yes to the journey. We’d be honored to have you with us.
Holy Week Worship Opportunities
Palm Sunday – The Story in Music Sunday, April 13th, 9:00 a.m. & 11 am
Join us as the story of Jesus’ final week is told through powerful music and narration. A moving and reflective service to begin our journey toward Easter.
Holy Thursday – Tenebrae Service Thursday, April 17th, 6:30 pm A solemn service of shadows as we remember the Last Supper and Jesus’ path to the cross. The Tenebrae (Latin for “darkness”) leads us into quiet reflection and awe.
Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 20th 6:45 a.m. in the grove
Experience the wonder of the resurrection in the beauty of nature. As the sun rises, we proclaim that Christ is risen!
Easter Worship Sunday, April 20th,9:00 & 11:00 a.m.
Celebrate the joy of Easter morning with music, message, and community. Come rejoice in the good news of new life and endless hope.
