Activities
Get Involved
We are committed to providing activities for people of all ages. At High Desert we offer a wide range of activities for church members to get involved in.
Pantry Distribution
Distribution occurs on the first Friday (11am-2pm), the third Tuesday (9am-noon) and the third Thursday (1-4pm) of each month. The next food distributions are scheduled for:
Friday October 3 from 11 am - 2 pm **
Thursday October 16 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Tuesday October 21 from 9 am - 12 pm
** Friday distributions include pet food.
September Collection: Canned Fruits
October Collection: Canned Veggies
Contact John Samford at (505) 870-0667 for more information.
Upcoming Events & Announcements
Thanks
To Antonio Trujillo for sharing the Word of God with us on 9/21.
Choir is Back!
Do you love sing? Come join our choir which practices on Wednesday evening at 5:30 pm in the choir room. Everybody is welcome.
Second Mile Giving
Our Second Mile Giving in September will go to Heifer International with the mission of ending world hunger by providing animals to families instead of handouts. The program empowers families with animals that supply food and income through products like milk, eggs, and honey. Over 75 years, they have helped 20.7 million families in 125 countries achieve self-reliance. Contributions this month will go toward purchasing animals, with prices ranging from $20 for a flock of chicks to $500 for a heifer. Please mark “Heifer International” on the memo line of your check.
Women with Purpose
Please plan to attend Women with Purpose on Thursday October 2 at 10 am in the sanctuary. The Reverand Doctor Jenee Noriega will be telling her story of homelessness to prison and eventually to serving as a lead pastor. Her unique history and her personal openness will remind us of what redemption and second chances really look like. Our project will support Saranam birthday bags.
Blessing of the Animals
Bring your pet on Saturday October 4 at 9 am to be blessed in the church parking lot. Invite your neighbors and their pets. All pets are welcome.
Recognition of Our Veterans
We want to recognize our veterans and all they have done for our country on Sunday November 9. If you are a veteran, please complete the bulletin insert (see below) and return it to either the office or Reuben.
NAME: _______________________________________________
EMAIL OR PHONE NUMBER: _______________________________________________
BRANCH OF SERVICE: _______________________________________________
SERVICE TIME: From ________________ to_________________
RANK AT TIME OF DISCHARGE: (optional) _______________________________________________
METALS & AWARDS RECEIVED: (optional) _______________________________________________
SERVED AT FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: _______________________________________________
Operation Christmas Child
High Desert is once again participating in Operation Christmas Child
What to do: Fill a shoebox (any size) with toys, hygiene items, and school supplies. Labels and empty boxes are available in the Narthex.
Donation: Include $10 per box (cash or check to HDUMC marked “Operation Christmas Child”) for shipping.
Deadline: Turn in shoeboxes to the church by Sunday, November 16, 2025. They will be delivered to Vision City Church the following week.
Requirements: No soap, secure each box with a rubber band, remove all packaging from items put in each shoebox, and wrap lids separately if decorating with wrapping paper.
Alternative option: If you’d like Patty Latter to shop and pack a box for you, donate $30 (covers items + shipping).
Goal: Collect 160 shoeboxes (last year’s total was 158).
Contact: Call or text Patty Latter with questions.