Disciples UMC May Newsletter

On The Horizon

On The Horizon

MAY 2012 As United Methodists we celebrate two sacraments: Holy Communion and Baptism. The sacraments are a means of grace through which God works invisi-bly in us to strengthen and nurture our faith. At Disciples UMC we celebrate Holy Communion at the early service almost every Sunday and on the first Sunday of each month at the 11 o’clock service. The primary understanding around Com-munion is that we celebrate the real presence of Christ. In other words we affirm that spiritually Christ is present. The Communion Table in the United Methodist church is open to all. The Book of Worship says, “All who intend to lead a Chris-tian life, together with their children, are invited to receive the cup and the bread.” In both sacraments we affirm what God is doing in our lives. Baptism is an initiation into the universal church (the body of Christ), the United Methodist Church and the local congregation. Baptism is an act of the Holy Spirit and persons of any age may be baptized. Because we affirm God’s prevenient grace—the grace by which God seeks us out and prepares us for faith—we baptize infants and small children who are too young to take baptismal vows for themselves. As parents take the vows on their behalf, the church affirms that children being born into the brokenness of the world should receive the cleansing and renewing of God’s forgiveness. Since Baptism is an initiation into the church, the entire worshipping congregation participates in the sacrament. Members of the congregation reaffirm their faith and promise to support and nur-ture the person being baptized. Baptism most often is administered by sprin-kling. However it may be done by pouring or immersion. Over the next few weeks, it will be my privilege to baptize several of our

children. We will also receive new adult members. It is a joy to watch and partici-

pate as God is growing the church.

See you in church.

Pastor Debra

Pastor Debra

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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. When we think of healthy lifestyle choices, we often overlook the importance of protecting our skin. Skin cancer (including melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer) is the most common of all cancers. Many skin cancers could be prevented by protecting your skin from the sun's rays and avoiding indoor tanning. The 2012 American Cancer Society sun safety campaign provides ideas

and resources for increasing awareness of the risk of skin

cancer and helping you stay well.

Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers. Many skin cancers could be prevented by pro-tecting your skin from the sun’s rays and by avoiding indoor tanning beds. Unfortunately, when we think of healthy lifestyle choices, we often overlook the importance of protecting our skin.

Sun safety is important all through the year, not just in the summertime. Most skin cancers are

caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun and the negative effects of UV radiation build-

up over the course of your life. In fact, you can be exposed to UV radiation while driving in your

car or sitting by a window in your office. UV radiation is also present on cloudy days, when the

sun is not visible.

Obviously, you cannot completely avoid the sun, but you can be aware of the risks and reduce

the amount of time you spend in the sun. To reduce the harmful effects of excessive and unpro-

tected sun exposure, you should protect your eyes and skin every day.

Try to avoid direct exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. That’s

when UV rays are the most intense.

Wear wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses that block UV rays.

Protect exposed skin by using a sunscreen lotion that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of

15 or higher.

Avoid tanning beds and sun lamps.

Sun safety is important for both adults and children, and it is never too late to reduce your chances of developing skin cancer. For more information on how the American Cancer Society can help you and your family, stay well by protecting yourselves from skin cancer, call us at 1-800-227-2345, or visit cancer.org/sunsafety. We are here to help you stay well.

CRAFT FAIR WOKSHOP ~ Workshops will be held on Monday, May 21st at

10:00am and on Tuesday, May 29th at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome to offer as-

sistance and ideas for our October Craft Fair!

http://www.cancer.org/sunsafety


Weekly Weigh-Ins ~ starting Sunday, March 4th Helen Rowland, RN, will be

held in the Fellowship Hall every Sunday from 10:45 – 11:00am to chart weight loss and

provide accountability regarding diet and exercise. All information remains confidential.

Please take a Prayer Request from the basket near the Ushers Station. It is our privilege to pray for our Upper Room prayer partners around the world. Thank You.

Are you a grown-up who loves Teddy Grahams and playing with Mega Blocks? If so, please come and lend a helping hand in the nursery! Anyone interested in being a Nursery Alternate, please contact Jessica Bayer at (864) 477-8995 or [email protected].

A Safe Sanctuaries Background check is required.

UMW Annual Tea

Please plan to join us on Saturday, May 19th from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the fellowship hall. We are planning a delightful afternoon of delicacies, entertainment and heart-warming fellowship.

This year, Ms. Sammie Alexander will share her writings and manuscripts with us.

Our annual tea is a way to support Disciples Child Development Center. It is also a means to show our appreciation and thanks for all the ladies of the church who so generously support UMW's activities and events. It's sure to be an exciting time!

UMW will meet Tuesday, May 8th at 10:00am.

The new Flower Chart for 2012 in now posted in the hallway to the Education Wing. Consider placing flowers in the sanctuary in memory or honor of someone and to the Glory of God.

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DUMC NIGHT AT THE DRIVE!!! If you’ve signed up and haven’t received your ticket see Tom Turner. We have 74 attending, isn’t that fan-tastic! See you at the game on Saturday, May 5, 2012. Game begins at 7:00 pm – gates open at 6:00 pm. The Fluor Field Stadium is in the West End with Free Parking at County Square. Walk or take a free trolley to the stadium from there.

Everyone in our group will get a scratch off free item from the Drive and also an opportunity to win one of the fol-

lowing donated prizes at no additional cost!

2012 Ballgame Prize List Donated Prizes will be Awarded at the End of each Inning by Random Drawing

Must be present to win and cannot win more than one prize.

Inning

1 $5.00 Gift Card for Chick-fil-A

2 Garden Gift Basket given by Cheryl Turner

3 A ride in Dan Stansell’s Vintage Corvette Convertible

4 Beads of Hope Jewelry Valued at $15.00.

5 $5.00 Gift Card for Dunkin Donuts

6 Mystery Prize given by Evelyn & John Cook

7 Special Occasion Cake or Cookies Made by Barb McInerney (Excluding Wedding Cake)

8 $10.00 Gift Card for Wal-Mart

Greenville Drive Games are Always A Winner!


HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR PEW-MATE???

The Pew-Mate featured in the April newsletter, as you may or may not have guessed, was Mr. Tom

Turner!!!

Our Pew-Mate for this month is a history buff and is also interested in anything in outer space!! I won-

der if our P-M traveled into outer space if they would find their favorite things, like vanilla ice cream,

Roman Holiday and chocolate covered raisins!!!

Being a history buff explains why their favorite book is “Andersonville”, the story about a prisoner of

war camp during the Civil War.

This Disciples member grew up with two older brothers and a younger sister. They are the proud par-

ent of three, and enjoy three grandchildren.

Our P-M doesn’t think much of reality tv and the tv news media – they had this to say about both –“

they are not real, truthful or honest. The media try to rewrite the news and reality tv does not have a shred of reality in it. They put on entertainment shows, which are not very good or entertaining. “

Sounds like a pet peeve to me!!!!

Old furniture is a hobby, songs from musicals are a favorite, especially those from “Les Miserables”.

Blue is a favorite color, roses a favorite flower and MASH and Star Trek are favorite TV shows.

When asked about their favorite season, the reply was: Winter. I enjoy the quiet peaceful feeling that

winter brings, and the silence and beauty of a gentle snowfall”.

Unfortunately, they didn’t get that feeling this past winter!!

Favorite Bible Verse – They don’t have one. Each time they read the Bible they find something new

and wonderful, no matter how many times they read it.

I hope you enjoy figuring out who this month’s Pew-Mate is!!


Pause for Prayer “Come near to God, and he will come near to you.” – James 4:8

Saturday, May 19 in Memorial Chapel at Buncombe Street

Prayer (9am – 12 noon) Lunch (12:15pm to 1pm) no cost

During the ACC Tournament basketball teams took time outs to get their heads straight, to get a

game plan down or just to take a deep breath. When was the last time you took a “time out”? You

know, got off the “gerbil wheel” of life to sit before the Lord to hear Him speak to

you? Buncombe Street UMC Women at the Well ministry will be hosting a morning of reflection

and quiet prayer led by Rev. Laura Bratton, Robbie Boman and Margo Patton. Afterward a light

lunch will be served for a time of sharing. For more information and reservations contact Margo

Patton (430-2908) or [email protected]

FIRST TUESDAY CIRCLE

WHEN: SECOND Tuesday, May 8, 2012 @ 7 pm

FOR: POT LUCK

WHERE: Robin Aleksinas’ Home

509 Huntington Road, G’ville 29615

(h) 627-1696 (w) 877-6175 (c) 430-5805

GUEST SPEAKER: Sam Couvillion

All women of the church and their friends are invited to join

us for “who-knows-what-is-on-the-menu” and a great guest speaker, our very special and terrific Sam Couvillion, who always inspires us to be better Christians in our day-to-day lives. “Christ present and liv-ing within us” – that is Sam’s message. Please come out to hear his amazing witness.

Please bring a dish to share and share yourself as well with us! This is our last get-together until Septem-ber. Please

join us for fellowship and witness, always a special evening.

REMEMBER UNITED MINISTRIES’ NEEDS! Helen Rowland 292-0013

http://us.mc1806.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]


BEADS OF HOPE

Monday, May 21 at 7:00 PM Cheryl & Tom Turner’s home

536 Mahaffey Road, Greer 29651

Bring Your Friends – Everyone Welcome

We will be working on rawhide bracelets to give to the Salkehatchie Upstate campers who will stay at Disciples this Summer. We will also work on necklaces for eyeglasses and sunglasses. These have been popular at “Mountain Made” in Pendleton where we have our beads on consignment. We want to have a nice supply when we go later this summer to re-plenish our stock.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Beads of Hope would make a lovely unique gift,

and your purchase will help our mission programs as well. The jewelry is available in the

church office during weekday office hours or see Cheryl Turner, Lanneau Grant, or Debby Bal-

cer on Sundays to see the Beads of Hope Collection. If you need more information about

Beads of Hope, call Cheryl Turner 297-3273 or email at [email protected].

2012 Adult Fellowship Schedule

Mark your Calendars Now So You Don’t Miss A One!

Saturday, June 16, 6:00 PM - Pizza & a Movie – Fellowship Hall & Sanctuary

Friday, September 14, 7:00 PM – Low Country Boil Dan Stansell coordinating at Dove Tree Club House (Fri., Sept. 21 - 2

nd choice date)

Friday, November 2, 6:30 PM – Murder Mystery Party in Fellowship Hall – with heavy hors’ d’ouevres & desserts.

January or February 2013 – Sunday Brunch TBD

All Church Events Coordinated by Adult Fellowship Saturday, May 5, 7:00 PM – Greenville Drive Game

Wednesday, December 19 – Christmas Caroling on the Trolley with 6 PM and 7 PM Runs



A Word from our CDC -Barb McInerney

We enjoyed being part of the Stop Hunger Now ef-forts. The children collected 250 canned goods.

Earth Day is always a celebration for our chil-dren. Below is a picture of our K-4 students planting flowers in front of our church.


It is hard for me to believe that we are approaching the end of our school year. May will be packed with activities….Cinco De Mayo festivities, Mother’s Day teas, our Pirate Day, our end of year picnic for CDC families, and K-4 Graduation. It is always bittersweet to say farewell to our 4 year olds that will be attending Kindergarten next fall. Many of these children have been with us since they were infants. Watching them grow and develop has been our pleasure. Be-low is a list of our K-4 graduating class.

Our K-4 Class of 2012

Gabrielle Allen Mitchell Holmes

Myles Bofilios Chandler Lawless

Luke Buehring Parker Mathis

Madelynn Cole Evan Miller

Anna Karla Corrales Ellie Pestrak

Maggie Davis Ava Pitts

Jamie Donahue Tucker Rinker

Phoebe Ethridge Martin Simon

Leran Fu Adam Sobke

Carter Gillespie Cate Taylor

Oliver Harris

Sign-Up Now For

Adult Fellowship Pizza and Movie Nite

Saturday, June 16 at 6:00 PM

Enjoy pizza from Tony’s New York Style Pizzeria in

the Fellowship Hall. Then watch the inspiring movie, “Amazing Grace” on our big screen in the sanctuary. This is the heroic story of how one man’s passion and perseverance changed the world. Based on the true story of William Wilberforce the movie follows his courageous quest to pass a law to end the Brit-ish slave trade and reform society. Along the way, Wilberforce meets intense opposition from members of Parliament but his minister, John Newton, a reformed slave ship captain who penned the beloved hymn “Amazing Grace”, urges him to put his faith into action and see the cause through. The outstanding movie “Amazing Grace” will move your heart.

Dinner and a Movie and it only costs $7.50/person – What a Deal!

Sign-Up, Pizza Preference, and Payment will begin in mid May. To register

for this event simply sign up on the sheet on the Communication Board and denote

your pizza preference. Use the envelopes for prepayment on the shelf below the

poster and place in the Adult Fellowship mailbox or give money to Tom Turner or

Dan Stansell.


Dear Pastors and District Churches:

Thanks for your support in the success of the awesome “Great Day of Service” Stop Hunger Now event held this past Saturday. We were truly blessed by God!

May the Lord continue to bless each of you as you go about His work for the Kingdom. Take care.

Sincerely,

Charles L. Johnson

Greenville District Superintendent - UMC


“OPERATION OVERBOARD”

Vacation Bible School planning has begun. Mark your calendars for June 25th—29th from 9:00am—Noon. All VBS Volunteers please join us Sunday, May 6

th right after the 11 service in the Craft

Room for an organizational meeting. You will receive your materials. If you cannot at-tend, please contact Debby Balcer @ 254-0802. Lunch will be provided. The meeting should last approximately 1 hour.

We are still looking for shepherds (shepherds accompany the students from one activity to another) Please contact Debby Balcer to volunteer at 254-0802 or

[email protected]. The students should be 3 as of August 2011 (and potty trained) - rising 6th graders.


Disciples United Methodists Church - VBS 2012

Operation Overboard

June 25-29

9AM -noon

Dear Parents,

We’re bringing an underwater universe adventure to the kids at our Vacation Bible School,

OPERATION OVERBOARD: DARE TO GO DEEP WITH GOD! Your children will become

divers-in-training at OPERATION OVERBOARD as we plunge into God’s word and discover

stories of deep faith.

After a high energy opening at Ocho’s Cove, the divers make their way to the Underwater Pas-sage. Interactive Bible lessons reveal five ocean insights for living as followers of God, and your divers will discover Sea Scripture memory verses that will boost their faith long after VBS.

Our mission project will again be Upstate Salkehatchie. We encourage the children to bring wa-ter and building supplies and safety gear to VBS to donate. These supplies will be used in mid July when teens and chaperones repair, reroof and restore houses for those in need.

Our preschool registration this year is limited to 16 three/ four year olds. We can not take more than that due to teacher/student ratio. We welcome your help if you can volunteer. Please com-plete the registration form and we will confirm your child’s attendance. Children must have turned 3 before August of 2011 and be potty trained (unless there is a medical reason they are not potty trained).

For more information contact Debby Balcer at 254-0802 or the church office at 297-0382

In Christ,

Debby Balcer

DUMC Children’s Ministry



SOUTH CAROLINA CHRISTIAN ACTION

COUNCIL ANNUAL MEETING 2012

“Do You REALLY Know Me?”

May 17, 2012

St. John Neumann Catholic Church

100 Polo Road, Columbia, SC

(Note: St. John Neumann School is on opposite side of Polo Road)

Registration Due on or before May 9, 2012 – see below

The Day’s Schedule

9:30 AM Gathering for Registration/Check-in and Fellowship

10:00 AM Ecumenical Worship

Bishop Alphonza Gadsden, Reformed Episcopal Church, Preaching

Installation of 2012-2013 Officers and Board

11:20 AM “Do You Really Know Me?” Disciples Living into True Community

- Regional Minister Sotello Long, SC Region Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

- The Rev. Torrie Osgood, First Christian Church (Disciples), Columbia, SC

- and other SC Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) leaders

Noon Fellowship Meal (pre-registration required to guarantee meal)

12:45 PM “Do You Really Know Me?” Dialogue

1:15 PM SC Christian Action Council Recognitions and Awards

1:30 PM Brief Business Session

2:00 PM Adjourning to Really Get to Know the Other and Work for Justice for All

PLEASE return completed form with check payable to SCCAC Pre-registration of $40.00 per person includes meal Due on or before: Wednesday, May 9, 2012

MAIL TO: SCCAC, PO Drawer 3248, Columbia, SC 29230

(Form on reverse side)


(Copy form below as needed and attach one per registrant.)

SCCAC Annual Meeting: “Do You Really Know Me?” May 17, 2012

Name: Title:

Denomination/Organization:

Congregation:

Preferred Mailing Address:

Work Phone: ( ) Home Phone: ( )

Fax: ( ) Mobile Phone: ( )

E-Mail:

Dietary restrictions:

Check for $ enclosed for registrant(s).


Prayer List

Sandra Lee Bible

Clark Gaston Jr.

Lawanda Droke (Helen Rowland’s Mom)

Sam & Gerda Hook (Mary Berry’s family)

George & Thelma Hume

(Patty Hammond’s Parents)

Anne Marie Fields (Pat Joye’s daughter)

Michelle Fluegge (Debby Balcer’s Sister)

Patty Beal

Sammy Rushing

Chalonda Williams (Deployed to Kuwait)

Sue Anderson

Karen Kane (Barbara McInerney’s sister)

Rev. Charlie Summey

Rev. Enrique Gordon

The Perkins family

Debby Balcer

Dick & Joan Walker (Sally Deming’s friends)

Faye Fox

Fran Hanna & Carly (Former members)

Randy Wells (Fran Hanna’s brother)

Ross Hanna (Former member)

Bob Farmer

Family of Barbara Stedman (Dot Crawford’s friend)

Eddie Barbary (Keith & Debby Waters friend)

Erin Guidici

Hannah Webb

Frances Thompson (Dot Crawford’s sister)

Frank Herrin

Lilly Kate Cook & Robert & Katie Cook

(Linda Guthrie daughter &grandbaby)

Carl Balcer (Mark Balcer’s dad)

Delores Griffis (Pastor Debra’s Cousin)

May 2012

Lawson Berry 02

Lynn Howard 02

Kathy Segars 05

Pat Doss 06

Peggy Milligan 06

Catherine Balcer 09

Lanneau Grant 09

Mickey Hunt 12

Jordan Gwyn 14

Jessica Bayer 22

Deborah Gavron 22

Ethan Hinson 22

Betty Buckallew 24

Lori Hoover 24

Jeremy Carter 25

Karen Cummings 26

Neal Combs 27

Daniel Cantrell 28

We are on the web!

www.mydisciples.org

Disciples United Methodist

Church

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH STAFF

Debra Griffis-Woodberry - Pastor

Cheryl Lehnert - Communications Secretary

Bill Whipple - Congregational Care

Barbara McInerney - Child Dev. Center Director

Patty Hammond - Pianist/Organist

Amanda Geddings—Youth Director

Steven Mathena—Music Director

Dr.. Rachel Matthews – Dir. of Counseling Center/Counselor

Chalonda Williams – Gospel Choir, Pianist

Newsletter—Cheryl Lehnert

Sandy Bryson

DISCIPLES

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

185 Riley Smith Road

Greenville, South Carolina 29615

(864)-297-0382

OUR MISSION: To make disciples of Jesus Christ.

OUR VISION: We strive to be a growing family of faith that nurtures a

climate of caring and spiritual growth within its membership, celebrates inclusive-

ness and racial diversity as a reality and continuing goal within its membership and

witnesses for fairness, compassion, and love among all God’s people.

Important Numbers:

Church Office (864) 297-0382

Pastor Email – [email protected]

Church e-mail [email protected]

Congregational Care: [email protected]

Church Fax (864) 297-5423

Church Parsonage (864) 297-0213

Child Development Center (864) 297-6951

Counseling Center (864) 297-5101

Lay Leader, Mary Berry (864) 918-4528

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS – Monday – Thursday from

9:00am to 1:00pm

FLOWERS FOR THE ALTAR – Please

sign up to purchase flowers. The cost is $40. The sign up sheet

is on the bulletin board in the hall.

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE – The deadline

to get Newsletter articles in for the following

month is on the 25th of every month. You can

either e-mail it to the church office or put it in

Cheryl’s mailbox.

BULLETIN DEADLINE – The deadline for

announcements is Wednesday by 12noon. Content for the order of worship is Monday 12 noon.

ANNOUNCEMENT FORMS – If you would like an announcement placed in the bulle-

tin and/or newsletter please fill out an Announcement Form, located on Cheryl Lehnert’s

door. Please place completed the form and leave in the box on the door or put it into Cheryl’s

mailbox.



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Disciples UMC May Newsletter