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Welcome to Pilmoor Memorial United Methodist Church, founded
in 1928 on the shores of the Currituck Sound in the village of
Currituck, North Carolina.
 Our Mission...
 The Mission of Pilmoor Memorial
United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. We
fulfill this mission this by nurturing the Christian faith
through worship that centers on the Word of God and the
celebration of the sacraments; by representing Christ to our
community, sharing the love of God in a congregation of faith
recognizing that all people are children of God; by reaching out
in service, love, and support to alleviate human suffering and
need; and by providing ongoing opportunities for personal
Christian spiritual growth. In all these things we seek to be
open to the creative leadership of God’s spirit that we may
respond to new opportunities for ministry.
Our History...
Joseph Pilmoor was one of the
first two English Methodist Preachers sent to the American
Colonies by John Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement.
Following his mandate to “Offer them Christ,” Pilmoor traveled
south into North Carolina in 1772, stopping first to preach near
the old Currituck Courthouse. In 1928, the Methodist
congregation at Baxter’s Grove relocated to the courthouse
community and built the first brick church in the county as a
memorial to Joseph Pilmoor and his historic visit. Over 76
years, the congregation of Pilmoor Memorial has remained true to
the bold, innovative witness of its namesake through consistent
outreach and openness to new ministry opportunities as they
arise. A vital life of worship, fellowship, study and prayer
provides the foundation for all our ministries.
Our Affiliations...
Pilmoor is a part of the
Elizabeth City
District of the North
Carolina Conference of the
United Methodist Church.
Our Program of
Ministry...
Worship We have 2
Sunday morning worship services each Sunday at 8:30 and 11:00 am
with holy communion celebrated each first Sunday.
Education In
addition to Sunday School (9:45 each Sunday), we also offer a
variety of educational programs and studies on a periodic, short
and long term basis.
Youth Weekly youth
meetings are held each Sunday at 5:30, with occasional
variations on the schedule for special events. Youth also
participate in a variety of retreat opportunities throughout the
year. Check our calendar for updated information.
Children Regular
children's activities include a children's vocal choir, the
"Little Disciples" and a children's handbell choir. In
addition, special events occur throughout the year. Check
our Calendar for updated information.
Scouting Troop 182
has been a part of Pilmoor Memorial for over 55 years. The
primary Scout meeting occurs on Monday evenings at 7:00 at the
church. The troop is also home to an explorer post and a Venture
Crew, as well as several cub and webelo dens.
Food Pantry
Operating for over 20 years, Pilmoor's food pantry is the
county's oldest and largest. We work closely with
Currituck's Department Social Services to provide nutritionally
complete food baskets, rent and utilities assistance to
Currituck County residents in need. Pilmoor Food Pantry is
a member of the Albemarle United Way.
Preschool Pilmoor
Preschool is one of the oldest and most respected programs of
its type in Currituck County. We provide an outstanding
kindergarten readiness program to 3 and 4 year old children.
Music Ministry A host of
gifted musicians lead us in worship each week and provide
special musical programs throughout the year, including an
annual "Candlelight Christmas Concert" held on the first Sunday
in December.
United Methodist Women
Three UMW groups meet monthly throughout the year, and join
together to provide special event leadership.
United Methodist Men
Our UMM meet monthly on second Sunday mornings at 7:30
Steps to Success
STS is an innovative partnership funded by the Duke Endowment
through Pilmoor Memorial UMC. It consists of more than a
dozen local agencies, non-profits and churches working together
to assist single mothers and others in need. Housed at
Northeastern Community Development Corp. in Camden, NC, STS
provides Life Skills and Job Skills Training, free income tax
preparation, and individual development accounts for low income
persons.
Road to Recovery This is
a unique "transportation" ministry for cancer patients needing
assistance getting to and from medical treatment.
Volunteer drivers, trained by the American Cancer Society, are
deployed as needed to provide rides to area cancer treatment
centers.
Community Health Fair
Hosted in February, the Community Health Fair is a free event
coordinated by our Missions Ministry Workgroup. This
year's event drew over 200 people and included many
informational and screening opportunities.
Our Staff...
Scott Wilson-Parsons, pastor
Scott came to North Carolina and to Pilmoor in 1998 after
serving 11 years in the South Georgia Annual Conference.
He has earned a Master of Divinity degree from The Divinity
School of Duke University and the Royce and Jayne Reynolds
Certificate in Church Leadership from the Divinity School and
the Center for Creative Leadership. In addition to his
work in the local church, Scott is involved in leadership in the
larger church and community. Along with his wife, Rev.
Mary Jane Wilson-Parsons, He has participated in training
over 3,000 ministers in issues of clergy sexual ethics. He
is an active board member and former chair of the Northeastern
Community Development Corporation and was instrumental in
founding "Steps to
Success," an innovative partnership to assist low income
persons in Currituck and Camden Counties. He is also a
volunteer community and family mediator, and enjoys boating,
photography and "tinkering with computers." He and Mary
Jane have 2 children, Wesley and Thomas.
Mary Quattro, church
secretary
Dick Horn,
Food Pantry Director
Amy Morgan,
Preschool Director
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