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I N T E R D E N O M I N A T I O N A L C H R I S T I A N W O R S H I P I N H I S T O R I C P I N E H U R S T , N C S I N C E 1 8 9 8
Volume 3 Issue ___
Date, 2014
Lenten Courage By Dr. John Jacobs The Lenten season has begun–
a season of penitence and intro-
spection; an in anticipation of it,
I would suggest that Lent is
about reminding us of what it
means to be real. And just as our
Lord ventured out into the wil-
derness, sometimes we have to
escape from our usual, comfort-
able, and familiar surroundings—
as well as the distractions of our
culture—to leave the unreal for
what is real, and to see who we really are. The holy
men in the early Christian Church did it by venturing
out into the desert themselves, to leave behind the dis-
tractions of the world and to imitate Jesus by meeting
the temptations of Satan face to face. Today, most of us
have to find a way to do it right here– leaving, but
without necessarily removing ourselves physically– a
sort of spiritual “stay-cation.”
So, the question is: how do we discover the reality
of who we really are; and for what purpose? Well, if
we think of Lent as a journey inward, a time to focus
on the things that have gotten in the way of our path, a
beginning might be to ask: How often have I avoided
doing things that might have resulted in spiritual
growth, because I thought it was inconvenient, or un-
comfortable, or painful, or… well let’s be honest– be-
cause I was afraid? I hate to think of all the love and
joy and spiritual growth that I’ve missed out on– and
could have experienced– had I only not been afraid–
but afraid of what? To risk facing the uncomfortable,
the unfamiliar, and the painful possibilities that accom-
pany a journey of faith?
It’s only in accepting the risk of being broken, that
we discover the divine love that can mend estranged
relationships, soften hardened hearts, and reconcile us
to God and each other. It’s a love you will find on the
cross, in the wilderness, and here, in this community of
faith, in this season of Lent, and in our Savior Christ.
Pastor John
Lenten Season: Spring Cleaning for the Soul
by Dr. Ashley Smith
The Lenten Season can be consid-
ered “Spring cleaning” for the
soul. The word “lent” means
“Spring”; the more literal transla-
tion is “to lengthen, long”, refer-
ring to the time of year that the
days are getting longer. The Latin
word is “quadragesima” meaning
“fortieth” signifying the forty days
of Lent—Ash Wednesday to Holy
Saturday (not including Sundays).
The forty days commemorate the
forty days that Jesus was tempted
by Satan in the wilderness, as a preparation for His public minis-
try.
Lent is generally observed by Christians as a time of prayer,
fasting, and acts of service. It’s a time or self-examination, re-
pentance, and preparation for Easter. Some Christians give up
certain “luxuries” as a way of self- denial and affliction. Notice I
said “luxuries”! Last year my daughter Sarah said she was giv-
ing up green beans—not exactly self-abasement! Anyway, some
Christians add or take on spiritual disciplines like, fasting, soli-
tude, reading scripture, or daily Lenten devotions. In some tradi-
tions, Christians observe Lent with the Stations of the Cross,
removing flowers from their altars, abstaining from the con-
sumption of meat, and/or veiling religious symbols with a purple
cloth. The color purple represents (among other things) suffering
and affliction. Purple also represents royalty, signifying the di-
vinity of Jesus who willfully submits to suffering and death in
the hope of the Resurrection celebrated on Easter Sunday.
At The Village Chapel, we observe Lent by presenting a
large public cross near Chapel Hall, veiled with a purple cloth.
We also present a Lenten banner to the right of the altar. We
observe the beginning of Lent with a service that includes the
imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday.
As we begin the Season of Lent, let us humble ourselves
with the lowering of the head, turning our attention to prayer and
fasting, self-examination and repentance, and looking ahead
with a quiet hope and anticipation that Christ will surely be vic-
torious over our temptations and our sins, and over death itself!
It takes a village,
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Wife, mother, children’s sermon preacher par excellence– and now: seminarian— dividing her time between domestic
life in Pinehurst, and divinity school at Campbell University. Now Pastor Ashley won’t be the only member of the
Smith family conversant in church history, the Old and New Testaments, systematic theology, and homiletics. Abigail,
Sarah, Hannah, and Landen Smith will now have another parent who can use the word “exegesis” in a sentence; and
another answered prayer, a new promise fulfilled, and a further horizon have been added to Vickie’s spiritual resume.
The Village Chapel is blessed to participate in this next chapter of the Smith family ministry as it unfolds. Let us
pledge to assist her through our prayers, encouragement, and support as she continues to grow in God’s grace and in
her knowledge of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let us appreciate and celebrate this working out of God’s purpose among
us, and remember that God is always willing to give each of us new adventures in His service.
Pastor John Jacobs
THE VILLAGE CHAPEL CELEBRATES THE FIRST EVER MEMBER, VICKIE SMITH, TO BE COMMISSIONED AS A SEMINIARIAN
by Don Hamilton
TVC Gallery—The Smith girls—Sarah,
Abigail, Landen, and Hannah, Tommy
Bolton, Pastor Jacobs, Dan and Susan
Joslin.
Vickie Smith “glowing” with the
Holy Spirit.
Derek Hogan, Assistant Dean, pining a Celtic
cross noting Campbell’s mission; Christ Centered
– Bible Based—Ministry Focused
The very proud Smith Family; Vickie, Abigail,
Ashley, Landen, Hannah, Sarah
Village Chapel delegation Senior Pastor John
Jacobs, Susan Joslin, Seminarian Vickie Smith,
and Dan Joslin.
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STATEMENT OF PERSONAL
FAITH AND CALLING Vickie Carson Smith
Growing up in Durham, my parents were not active in a
local church. However, my German grandmother took my
twin brother and me to church almost every Sunday; she at-
tended Durham Memorial Baptist Church. I have very fond
memories of Pastor Goodwin and Ron Whitley. When my
brother and I became middle school students, my mother took
us to Ridgecrest Baptist Church. We were active in the youth
ministry and youth choir. Both churches were instrumental in
my early spiritual formation. I am thankful to my grand-
mother and mother for encouraging us to participate in a
Christian community of faith.
Considering personal, spiritual experiences that I believe
to be defining moments, my mind consistently recalls one in
particular. One evening, I was watching the television in my
grandmother’s home. I remember hearing an evangelist
preach about Christ and His ability to forgive sin. The
preacher invited the audience to make a decision to trust
Christ for forgiveness. Looking back, I am not really sure
about my understanding of my own sin, but I remember feel-
ing that Jesus loved me. I simply received His love for me; I
was emotional. From that day forward, I have always thought
of that specific time in my life as the beginning of my rela-
tionship with Christ. I believe the seed of the Gospel was
planted in my spirit that evening, and it has been growing
ever since.
During my college years, my life was not marked with a
Christian witness or obedience. Lack of structure and nega-
tive peer influences only contributed to my waywardness.
Although I was not living for Christ then, I was periodically
reminded of His love and my need to submit my life to His
Lordship. Campbell’s Cultural Enrichment Program (CEP)
was a means for Christ to speak to me. J.D. Greear was also a
constant reminder of Christ’s love for me; he would always
invite me to Bible studies, and he would not take “no” for an
answer. During these years, Christ remained patient and mer-
ciful, gently calling me to surrender my will to Him.
Shortly after graduating from Campbell College, Ashley
and I answered the call to Christian ministry. We were mar-
ried five months later. Today, we serve the Lord with our four
children (Abigail, Sarah, Hannah, & Landen). We have been
in full-time ministry for over 14 years. God has called me
alongside my husband to minister the Gospel to His people.
In every pastorate, I have served in many different areas of
ministry. Although my heart is with Children and Youth
Ministries, I remain open and available for Christ to use me as
He wills. Occasionally, I have ministered at Women’s Minis-
try events in our local church and within the community.
(Continued on next page)
On Sunday, February 8th, Pastors Jacobs and Smith performed the commissioning
of a new seminarian,
Vickie Smith.
COMISSIONING OF VICKIE SMITH
by Don Hamilton
Pastor Jacobs: In the performance of God's purposes and divine
will, there are those among us who are called to pursue a formal
course on instruction in Holy Scriptures, Church history, theology,
preaching, and pastoral care. Some of these are then called to be
ordained to Holy Orders in the service of God and His People.
Pastor Jacobs & Sponsor Pastor Ashley: By the grace of God and
upon my firm belief of her obedient and joyful acceptance of
God's will for her, I present to you and The Village Chapel,
Vickie Smith.
Pastor Jacobs to Vickie Smith: Will you proclaim by word and
example the Good News of Christ, and will you seek and serve
Christ in all persons, in your acceptance of God's calling?
Vickie Smith: I will.
Pastor Jacobs to the Congregation: Will all of you witnessing this
vow do all in your power to support this person in her Christian
commitment?
Congregation: We will followed by a rousing standing ovation!
A Service of Holy Baptism:
February 15, 2015
The Members of The Village Chapel join together in celebrat-
ing the Baptism of Greyson Nathaniel Wetzelberger. Greyson
was born on February 21, 2014 to the parents of Greg and
Nathalie, and “big brother” Gatlin. May God bless this family
as they seek to nurture their children in the love and teachings
of Christ!
—Pastor Ashley Smith
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1st Eric Von Salzen
4th Landen Smith Brook Totten-
Lancaster
5th Phil Martinello
Dianne Hall
6th Guy Bean
7th Anne Fox
Arlene Knapp
8th Mary Delauter Joseph Kinney
Char Rohr
9th Lawson Barrett
11th Cindy Harvey
12th Russell Zumwalt
Jeff Fox
14th Susan Leader Ferrell Harper
Bro Park
15th Amy Corcoran
16th Mable Osborne
17th Gwen St. Claire Walter Blackwell
18th Sybil Del Bueno
19th Henry Bahr
Al Riek
20th Roy Register Abigail Smith
21st Chandler Adams
22th Janis Nestor
24th Barbara Barnes
George Drengler
26th Buck Adams Marible Pena
27th
Judi Roensch
29th Jackie Garris Mary Barranti
31st Joe Oxendine
Currently, I deliver a children’s sermon each Sunday
in the 9:30 Family Service. I also coordinate the
“Village Life” Sunday School ministry, and I lead the
student ministries on Sunday mornings and Wednesday
evenings. It is so rewarding to disciple the students by
presenting the teachings of Christ in scripture and invit-
ing students to consider how they might implement these
principles in their own lives.
In addition to my current ministry roles, my ministry
objectives and goals specifically involve theological
education. Thus far, I have not received any formal edu-
cation, but I have a strong desire to learn about subjects
that will enhance my ministry. I realize that there is so
much that I have yet to discover about the Bible, and the
history that surrounds it. I proof read my husband’s ser-
mons, and many times I am fascinated by the content.
When I ask him where he learned the information, many
times he says, “Divinity School” or “Seminary”. The
timing for going back to school could not be better. My
children are older and require less attention. I am serving
in a supportive church that can directly benefit from my
learning. I am also excited about the personal growth
and spiritual formation which I anticipate will result in
theological education.
Campbell University Divinity School is my first and
only choice. I am an alumna of Campbell University.
Ashley is an alumnus of both Campbell University and
Campbell University Divinity School. I am now en-
rolled and have begun my class work toward my Mas-
ters of Divinity degree. I plan to concentrate in Chil-
dren's & Youth Ministry with an additional concentra-
tion in Chaplaincy. This is a major undertaking at this
time in my life and I ask for your continuing prayers
and support as you have so graciously given me and
our family here at The Village Chapel .
God Bless You!
2nd Ed and Jeanenne Watters
4th Dave and Lin Cook
5th Jerry and Yvonne Taylor
Jim and Buff Dawson
13th Mike and Irene Bradley
19th Bill and Nancy Wetmore
21st Bill and Betty Jane Wardle
28th Ken and Nancy Geddes
31th Marjorie and Jan Ludwig
Jonathan and Vicky Brenner
The Women’s Discussion Group
will meet on Thursday, March 12, 2015 from 10:00 a.m
to 11:30 a.m. in the Choir Room. Our subject during
this season of Lent will be the resurrection. We will
read an excerpt from Christian Doctrine by the re-
nowned theologian, Dr. Shirley Guthrie, and also last
year’s Easter Sunday sermon by the young and dy-
namic Senior Pastor of Georgetown Presbyterian
Church in Washington, DC, the Reverend Camille
Cook Murray. We will consider how, because of the
resurrection, we must live as Christians. We promise
that it will be a stimulating and thoughtful discussion.
Copies of the readings and questions are available in
the Chapel office. All women are warmly welcomed to
join us.
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The 7th annual Village Chapel Tea Saturday, April 11th
2:00-4:00
"A Legacy of Love"
"Tea is also a sort of spiritual refreshment, an elixir of clarity and wakeful tranquility. Respectfully pre-
paring tea and partaking of it mindfully create heart-to-heart conviviality, a way to go beyond this
world and enter a realm apart. No pleasure is simpler, no luxury cheaper, no consciousness-altering
agent more benign. "
~James Norwood Pratt
You will want to share this delightful and uplifting occasion with someone you care about! Bring a
friend, neighbor, mother, or daughter. While the tea only lasts a few hours, the program is bound to
linger in your heart and mind. Designed to be an encouragement for living a Christian life with inten-
tionality, conviction, and good fruit, Christine Warren will offer you biblical ways to build your own
legacy of love.
Do you wonder if the kind things you do make a difference? Do you want to be remembered as some-
one who loved well? Are you intentional about things you can do to leave a legacy that glorifies
God? If so, this is an opportunity to both give and receive the encouragement we all need as sisters-in
-Christ.
Watch for your personal invitation by mail in the beginning of March.
If you would like to sit with a group please submit your registration form and money together to the
address indicated.
In His Service,
Team Tea 2015
Invitations/Reservations and Seating Dee Park [email protected] 910.255.6091
Betsy Jacobs [email protected] 910.986.7215
Communications Heidi Anaya [email protected] 910.969.1030
Decorations /Table Hostesses Eleanora Voelkel [email protected] 910.986.0450
Lori Valentinas [email protected] 630.768.0004
Program Christine Warren [email protected] 704.641.5325
Refreshments Jane Lewis [email protected] 910.215.5672
Musical Program
Stephen Gourley & Darlene Skinner
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Village Chapel’s 10:45 Adult Sunday School Class by Al Mangum
This March our Adult Sunday School class enters its 8th year at the Care Cottage. As I recall, that first Sunday in 2007 we met
in the board room with 7 or 8 people. On two Sunday’s so far this month we have had 35 to 40 attendees and we now meet in
the cottage’s cozy living room with its “family” ambience.
But, this is not about numbers. It’s about a group that comes from multiple church backgrounds, age groups and Bible study
backgrounds; who have become a true “community of faith.” But it is a community that welcomes visitors, guests and new
members with “open arms.”
The class is completing its year-long DVD study of “That the World May Know” with biblical historian and theologian Ray
Vander Laan. Ray has been taking groups to Israel, Egypt, Turkey and other locations for over 20 years filming the DVDs.
Not only do you see, firsthand, the archeology and history of the biblical sites, but it is primarily a “faith lesson.” Vander
Laan’s teaching helps us to grow in our faith so “That the (people in our) World May Know” the saving grace of Jesus Christ.
We begin a repeat of the 12-month series in April and this would be an ideal time to visit the class and see if it is something
you would like to be part of. Each lesson stands on its own and it’s not a problem if you miss some Sundays. There is no re-
quired homework, but “extra study” material is available for those who want it.
The format begins with fellowship, coffee and baked goods; prayer requests and “praises.” We start the 20-30 minute DVD at
about 11:10 followed by class discussion. The class always ends by noon. Class participation enhances our study and many
members of the class rotate facilitating the discussion each week. Over the past year we have had over one-third of our mem-
bers lead a class.
For more information contact [email protected] or 910-215-9093
John Olstevig Leads Discussion Always Class Participation Vander Laan at Greek Site
Friday Night Live Children’s Ministry Learn About How They Are Making A Difference In Their Community!
On Friday, February 6, The Chapel’s Friday
Night Live Ministry (1-5th Grades), took sup-
plies that they and others collected to the
Moore County Coalition for Human Care in
Southern Pines. The students were given a tour
by a Coalition volunteer and a presentation
about the Coalition’s service to the community.
This FNL outing is an effort to teach our chil-
dren very early about the importance of show-
ing our love for others in tangible ways, and
how they specifically are making a difference
for the cause of Christ!—Pastor Ashley Smith
2014 VILLAGE CHAPEL OUTREACH GRANTS Written by Don Hamilton, Outreach Chair
Throughout this year your Outreach Committee will be sharing
with you background information on those organizations that TVC
supports thanks to your pledge and plate contributions (10% of
which is automatically designated for Outreach grants) along
with funds from specific VC Foundation funds.
MEALS ON WHEELS OF THE SANDHILLS
MOW is a local independent organization and was established 40
years ago by a Moore County native Ida Baker Scott who operated
from her own kitchen.
St. Joseph of the Pines now prepares meals for the homebound
and Penick Village Retirement Community is the operations home
base.
MISSION: To provide a hot nutritious mid-day meal, Monday
through Friday, including weekday holidays to homebound indi-
viduals who are unable to prepare a meal or do not have someone
to prepare a meal for them. These meals plus a snack pack every
Friday are personally delivered to the homebound residing in
Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen and Pinebluff.
VISION: To not only provide a hot meal but a daily personal
visitation to many who are homebound or disabled as this may be
their only outside contact.
ANNUAL POPULATION SERVED: 85 homebound elderly will
served by 110 volunteers. A total of 23,000 meals will be delivered
in 2014.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Additional drivers are al-
ways in need as there are nine driver teams. VC contacts: John
Rowerdink (235-0622) is past President. Carole Weaver (295-
4661) & her sister Mary Ann Haefele (295-3272) are volunteers.
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CHRISTIAN AID MISSION
Since 1953, Christian Aid Mission has identified, evaluated and
assisted more than 1,500 ministries in more than 130 countries.
This faith based organization was founded by Robert Finley
who gained first-hand knowledge of indigenous soul-winning
ministries while serving as a missionary evangelist in Asia.
MISSION: Christian Aid is an evangelical missionary organi-
zation that seeks to establish a witness for Jesus Christ in every
tribe and nation by assisting effective indigenous ministries
through prayer, advocacy and financial support.
VISION: To reach the unreached for Christ in areas of the
world where there are no believers, where Christians suffer
from poverty or persecution and where foreign missionaries are
not allowed.
ANNUAL POPULATION SERVED: They serve and assist
541 ministries in areas all over the world. In the process, they
engage with more than 1,000 unreached groups in more than
100 countries worldwide.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Participate on vision trips
and minister to the missionaries. Visit www.christain.org or call
1-434-977-5650.
MATTHEWS: 24:14 "And this Good News about the King-
dom will be preached through all the world for a witness to all
peoples; and then the end will come."
The beautiful Lenten Banner displayed in our Sanctu-ary represents Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. The lamb is also one of the symbols featured in The Village Chapel Crest. The banner was created and designed by Gretchen Deans and a gift from Emily and Don Hamilton. It was pre-sented to TVC November 2003, the first Sunday in Lent.
Widow and Widowers Quarterly Luncheon
To be held March 22, 2015 at Longleaf Coun-
try Club at 12:00 pm. Call Freida Powers
(910)235-9284 or Margaret Shaw (910)692-
5517 or Ann Williamson (910)695-0595. Golf
carts will be available to take guests from the
parking lot to the dining room.
For questions, comments,
suggestions, and concerns, please contact a member of the Board.
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