While it may appear to be just another Christmas tree lot
with wreaths, mistletoe, Noble and Douglas Firs, some very important
characteristics differentiate the North Hollywood First United Methodist Church
Tree Lot from many others.
1. It’s an
all-volunteer run operation.
2. Net
proceeds go to a multitude of programs and agencies dedicated to helping those
in need.
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3. As a
complimentary service, trees can be secured to the roofs of customer’s vehicles
at their request.
4. For a
distance-based fee, trees can be delivered.
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As an oasis from the daily, urban rat race, the tree lot
helps transport visitors into a relaxing and festive space where good tidings
and Christmas trees abound. People on both sides of the hill, folks from the
local neighborhood, patrons from the drive-thru Starbucks down the street come
as individuals, friends, and families, each looking for something uniquely
their own. Whether it’s a couple looking for their first Christmas tree, a
family in search of the best branches for hanging their ornaments, or someone
longing for the perfectly imperfect Charlie Brown tree, it’s a special gift to
partake in their joy and enthusiasm. (The lot runs from 12/1/13-12/22/13.)
Tree lot volunteers enjoy welcoming and communing with the
wide range of visitors. It brings them a profound sense of fulfillment. They
have the privilege of sharing in many special Christmas moments with Christians
and non-Christians, the young and the elderly, the rich and the poor,
first-timers and return shoppers. They enjoy hearing fondly told stories of
previous experiences from visitors and volunteers alike, and especially like
knowing all the goodwill this project spreads across the community.
This will be the fifteenth year that the tree lot has opened
its gates to the public, and they enthusiastically look forward to another
season serving whoever walks in. Originally founded in 1892, First United
Methodist Church of North Hollywood is dedicated to serving the needs of its
congregation and community by teaching, exploring and enjoying life as people
of faith. They are Biblical without being boring or bullies. Methodists are the
"four-part" warm-heart people, using scripture, tradition, reason and
experience to learn and grow. The UMC motto is “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open
Doors.”
This year will also mark the second round of the NoHo FUMC
Christmas Tree Contest. It runs from 12/1/13-12/25/13. Patrons who choose to
participate, should decorate the Christmas trees they purchase from NoHo FUMC
and then snap a good photo of their pine/fir. They should have a Facebook
account, then like https://www.facebook.com/nohofumc1 and upload the image of
their tree to that page. The picture with the most likes (by 12/26/13 at
12:00am) will win a gift receipt to a local merchant.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to
schedule an interview with a NoHo FUMC representative, please email
nohofumc@gmail.com. Remember all proceeds go to local/national/international
programs and agencies helping those in need! The lot runs from
12/1/13-12/22/13. Check out http://www.nohofumc.com for more info.
