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Deep Creek Friends Meeting July, 2015

Taking Off the Headphones“Do your part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible” - Romans 12:18 (NLT)

Interesting things can happen on a five hour plane trip. Such was the case for me years ago on a flight from Portland.There was a young fella who looked to be in his late twenties in the window seat on my row. Soon a woman in her forties joinedus and began to nestle into that middle seat. I try to suppress first impressions, but sometimes they are overwhelming. The youngman seemed forceful and overconfident in his speech and mannerisms, the woman seemed a bit self-focused and indifferent, butwe all settled down, and the plane took off.

At one point in the flight, I thought I heard the guy chewing something. It sounded like gum, candy, or maybe a piece ofold tire retread. I am not sure what it was, but whatever it was, he was working it over. Obviously the woman heard it well, and itwas getting to her. A little later in the flight, having all she could stand, the woman looked at the guy and said, “Your chewing is soloud and obnoxious. You sound like an animal.” At first he seemed shocked, but then he expressed how offended he was thatshe would confront him on such a trivial issue. He then proceeded to take his gum out of his mouth and show it to her. He askedif she would be more offended if he twirled it on his finger. Well! At that point, the fight was on. For several minutes the two threwbarbs at one another, until it got ugly. The woman finally said, “Your mother did a rotten job of raising you!” to which the guyreplied, “I have these headphones here that drown out sound. I can see your lips moving but I can’t hear your voice. I bet yourhusband would love a pair of these!”

I contemplated what I should do. I could offer to sit between them, but if I am to die a martyr for Jesus, I was at leasthoping it would not be from such an insignificant event. I also thought about reading the Bible….out loud. Maybe a passage fromLeviticus about stoning would be good. Seriously, I thought that maybe a peaceful word would help the situation, before theSecret Service agent on board thought we were creating a diversion for a terrorist plot, but none of that was possible. The youngman put on his headphones and tuned out, then the lady asked the stewardess for some headphones so that she could tune himout, but not until she told the stewardess how rude he was. For the next two hours they sat in silence, walled off from each otherand the conflict between them, waiting to land and get away from it all….while I was quietly thanking God that I had an aisle seat.

This is symbolic of how relational conflict can be handled, or should I say not handled. We all face conflict in our lives. Itmay be with a coworker or neighbor, or in the home with a spouse, parent, or child. One of the easiest responses to conflict is toshut out the other person and the problem. Psychologists call it the “fight or flight” syndrome. This means that in a conflict, aperson has the tendency to fight the other person or to avoid them completely. It is interesting that these two in the plane werepracticing “flight” on a flight.

In most conflicts, we have three options. The first option is to “tune it up”, which is another way of saying we get loud, orangry, or forceful. I have done that, and always lived to regret it. Can you relate? The second option is to “tune out”, which iswhen we cut the person off through avoidance or the silent treatment. When we do this we are curling up in the cocoon of self-protection while still spewing out voiceless venom. Silence may be needed in a heated moment, but this silence is not productivebecause it is rooted in revenge. There is a third option. We can “tune in”. We can tune in on several levels in the midst of thedisagreement. One area we can tune into is our own emotions. We can ask, “Why am I so mad? Is it because I have beenmistreated or do I just want to get my way?” Such honest self-assessment is priceless during conflict, and often just as rare. Thesecond area I can tune into is the other person. I must ask, “Have I really heard this person?” “Is there truth in their comments,even if it is buried under a lot of emotion and immaturity?” Finally, and most importantly, we can tune into the Holy Spirit. The Lordwill help us understand the conflict from His perspective and give us the grace to act and react with a Christ-like spirit.

So our lesson for better relationships is not to go through life with headphones on. When conflict happens we should tryto tune in to the other person before seeing them as an adversary. Pay attention to your deeper motives, listen to the otherperson’s perspective, and draw on the Holy Spirit’s wisdom.

Oh, there is one more lesson for better relationships….don’t chew so loud.

And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God. Luke 18:27

Randy

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Deep Creek will have a float in theSaturday, 4th of July Parade

Yadkinville Celebration events will beginat 5:00 PM with the Parade in DowntownYadkinville followed by a concert from 5:30 to 7:30p.m. with Stan Bobbitt (Oldies & Gospel). Foodand Snacks will be provided by the Yadkin CivitanClub. Fireworks will start at approximately 9:30.

In case of rain the parade will be held on Sunday,July 5th at 3:00 PM.

NOTE: CHANGE OF DATE & TIMESunday, July 12 at 7:00 PM

Monthly Meeting will meet in theFellowship Hall

Come participate in the business of the meeting.Business will include, in addition to regularbusiness, discussions concerning organizationalsuggestions/recommendations for Yearly Meetingto be considered at a called session ofRepresentative Body.

* Jacob Brendle has volunteered to provideChildcare for the kids during this time. Theywill have a movie time upstairs. Any parents attendingthe meeting may leave their children with Jacob.

July 12, Building Fund Offering – Sunday Schooland donations designated during worship. (SecondSunday in first month of each quarter is designated forBuilding Fund Offering.)

July 19 – Deep Creek will be the host forYadkin Valley Quarterly Meeting

Everyone is welcome to attend the meetings3:00 PM - Ministry and Counsel4:00 PM - General Businesses SessionFellowship meal

Deep Creek will provide Quarterly Meeting Meal.The meal will begin immediately following the4:00 business meeting. Members of thecongregation are asked to bring your usual carry-in meal style food similar to the funeral meals.For questions, contact Tracy Ray.

Ministry and Counsel will NOT meet in July

Looking Ahead: Mark your CalendarAugust 1 – 9:00-12:00 AMNCYM Ministry and CounselAt Holly Spring Friends Meeting

August 1 – 1:00 PM Called Representative BodySession to be held at Holly Spring Friends Mtg.

Special Music for Worship Services – July5th Ginger Holt

12th Deep Creek Quartet19th Angie Brendle & Vickie Warden26th To be announced

Submitted by Vickie Warden

Greeting the People – July5th Don & Pam Steelman

12th Allen & Wilma Sneed19th Donna Hutchins26th Clark & Brenda Shore

Submitted by Teresa Welborn

Children’s Church Assistants – July5th Holly Hutchins

19th Logan RainesSubmitted by Angie Brendle

Nursery Workers for Worship – July5th Don & Pam Steelman

12th Adam & Jean Hutchins19th Tommy & Cathy Shore26th Jeff & Shannon Buelin

Submitted by Vickie Warden

Sanctuary Flowers – JulySteelman/Barclay Sunday School Class

This month, contact Donna Hutchinsto place flowers for a special occasion.

Submitted by Donna Hutchins

Presiders for Worship – July5th Randy Quate

12th Tommy Shore19st Vickie Warden26th Don Steelman

Submitted by Ministry and Counsel

Worship Message with the Children – July12th Jacob Brendle26th Brenda Adams

Submitted by Ministry and Counsel

July Choir:NO Choir Practice

August 30 (Planned date) – Ice Cream SocialLots of flavors of Homemade Ice Cream and Dessertsand maybe some games.September 4 - 7, Blue Ridge AssemblyBlack Mountain

NCYM 318thANNUALSESSIONS

THE WILL:OF GOD

November 14 - Church Auction and Soup MealRobert Hudler, Auctioneer

Start making and collecting your items for sale!Desiring, Discerning, Doing

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Recognize and Experience the Power of God in Your Everyday Life

from Randy:11:00 AM Sunday Morning

Sermon Series planned for July:

Encounters with The Gospel:How the Power of God’s Good News

Changes LivesThe book of Acts gives examples of The Gospel ofJesus Christ invading people’s lives and bringingabout radical transformation. Biblical stories of howthe religious, the oppressed, and even good ole boysexperienced the life changing power of God's GoodNews, will be shared in this series, and how that canhappen to us today. Come prepared to see how TheGospel really changes lives!

7:00 PM - Wednesday NightsBible Study – A time of fellowship and

sharing while studying God’s WordCome, Enjoy…

Our Bible study in the book of Ephesianswill be continuing through the summer.

Come and explore this powerful littlebook that exposes how "bodybuilding" canhappen here at Deep Creek Friends.

Opportunity for Mission

¢hange for TurkanaLife is very hard in Turkana. Water isscarce. The mission, entirely run by TurkanaFriends, with John Moru as Director, doeswater projects, evangelism, pastoral ministry,education, and other income generatingprojects.

Be prepared to help our childrenhelp others by bringing your change(and bills too) on second and fourthSundays during worship.

Rules to Live By: The Queries from North Carolina Yearly Meeting Faith and Practice

Spiritual Growth – Do you strive for the constant realization of God’s presence in your life?

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Church Softball is a time to meet up with neighboring church friends, have some fun and get some exercise.

Softball Schedule For end of Second Half of the season. - At East Bend Recreational Center

Teams: Men Coed DC Coach, Lacey Smitherman1. Baltimore2. Bear Creek3. Church of Christ4. Enon5. Richmond Hill6. Union Grove

June 29-July 2 – Post Season Tournament or Rainouts Concessions by ForbushJuly 6-10 – Post Season Tournament Concessions by Deep CreekJuly 13-17 – Post Season Tournament Concessions by Old RichmondJuly 20-24 – Post Season Tournament Concessions by Bear Creek

7. Church of Christ8. Deep Creek9. Enon10. Old Richmond

11. South Oak Ridge12. Union Cross13. Baltimore14. Forbush

Some of our Big Hitters

Cheerleaders

EnthusiasticSidelines

Fielders

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Food for the HungryI tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for Me." Matthew 25:40

Dear Friends,

Thanks for remembering the hungry in Yadkin with your contributions for YadkinChristian Ministries. Most needed right now is donations of money to purchaselarge cans of meat. Approximately 16 oz. If you wish to purchase cans yourself,remember to buy family size.

Your financial contribution would be greatly appreciated.Thank you for all you do to help the Ministry help the needy in our county.

Sincerely, Phyllis Barnes…………………

Circle # 1Will not meet in July

Phyllis BarnesQuaker Young Womenwill not meet in July. Next regular meeting -August 17 - 7:00 PM in church lounge.

Rhonda Moran

Mark you Calendar:NC USFW Annual Gathering

August 15 at Holly Spring Friends Meeting inRamseur

Thank You for Your Support of our

Quaker Young Women would like to thank all of the people who donated,shopped and prayed for our Yard Sale. We made a little over $1,000.00 forMOWA Choctaw Friends Center. We far exceeded our expectations and knowthe donations will further God's kingdom. We would also like to thank EastBend Friends, Pilot View Friends and Mt. Carmel Friends for their support anddonations as well.

Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the LORD yourGod which he has given you. Deuteronomy 16:17

Left over items were taken toNew Horizons Adult DayServices in Yadkinville

Left over items weredividedappropriately.Some werepackaged to send tothe MOWA center.Others items wentto local ministery.

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Gwyn Shore Tells of Her Mission TripOn June 5th-16th I was blessed with the

opportunity to travel to Hungary, Austria, Croatia,and Serbia with the Lee University SymphonicBand. I have done ministry with this group for thepast year, and I loved being able to serve with themon an international scale. This mission trip wasdefinitely an enlightening experience and one inwhich I could see God at work.

Our group spent the majority of our time inthe beautiful city of Budapest, Hungary, doingmultiple performances around the city. We did several “flash mobs” (which, because of our conspicuous

instruments, were more like “impromptu concerts”) in various squares throughout Budapest. By working with local churches, we usedthese concerts to advertise upcoming performances and minister to those passing through the area. The Symphonic Band also ledSunday morning worship at the Budapest Church of God and performed a concert at a

school in Velence,Hungary where we wereable to meet and havelunch with several of thechildren. On Thursdaynight, we performed apublic concert at a localmusic school. For thisconcert, we were joinedby the Hungarian National Youth Orchestra and Choir for our final piece(Bernstein’s “America” from West Side Story). The audience loved“America” and convinced us to play the piece a second time! Our week

in Budapest also included a day trip to Vienna, Austria. Though this trip was purely sight-seeing and not performing, I loved walkingthe steps of Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss!

On Saturday the 13th, we left Hungary for a weekend tour in Croatiaand Serbia. That evening, we performed in Vukovar, Croatia’s “Valley ofBlessings” concert, which was televised throughout Croatia. Since Vukovar isso close to the Serbian border, this city was devastated during the Yugoslavwars of the 90s, a war in which the two countries were in opposition. Vukovarand the surrounding area was called the “Valley of Sorrow,” but this concertrepresented the healing taking place between the two countries, featuring bothCroatian and Serbian groups for the first time in many years. It was neat tohear many older American gospel and contemporary songs translated intoCroatian and to hear everyone singing along in their respective languages.

The most moving moment of the trip for me was definitely the serviceat the Croatian Church of God. I was overwhelmed with the sincerity of theseworshippers and furthermore, I was humbled with a greater understanding ofthe Body of Christ. Though most of these Croatian people did not understandthe English lyrics to our songs, they still praised God without ceasing. It is

powerful to hear scripture and wisdom in your own language and watch as it is translated for your brothers and sisters in Christ, whointernalize it and respond with “Amen!” After this service, we crossed the Serbian border and traveled to Sremska Mitrovica, where wewere met with even more enthusiasm. We were the first American band to ever play in this city and though our outdoor concert wasrained out after the third song, the Serbians excitedly hosted us for dinner and prayed with us before we left.

Overall, the trip was incredibly humbling. Seeing God’s beautiful creation in fourdifferent countries is fascinating in itself, but worshipping with fellow believers in threedifferent languages is even more meaningful. I will never forget the Hungarians’ reaction toour playing of their National Anthem Himnusz, hearing “He Lives” in Croatian and “10,000Reasons” in Serbian, and the camaraderie I felt among my fellow believers that transcendedlanguage and cultural barriers. Minor inconveniences such as the airline losing my suitcase,the crazy Croatian mosquitos, and the rained-out concert in Serbia paled in comparison towatching God at work within Central Europe. I praise God for both Lee University and mychurch family at Deep Creek, who made this trip possible through your many donations!In Christ, Gwyn

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Children’s Church at 11:00 AMJuly 5 – Volunteer: Holly Hutchins

July 19 – Volunteer: Logan Raines

FOJ Meetings:*** NOTE TIME CHANGEJuly 12th 4:00-5:00 pm

Snacks: Rhonda Moran

NO FOJ on JULY 26th

andFOJ DOGS

Summer FUN and Learn

“CAMPCREEK” 2015Come to the Church

Tuesday, July 14th

andTuesday, July 28th

9:30 - 12:00 noon

*** Lunch will be provided

"Using RULES as TOOLS" for following Jesus

FOJ Costume – 1st place – Jack Wagoner2nd place – Emma Pipes, 3rd place – Dazey Messer

CHILDRENFrom Angie:

Learning aboutPsalm 8:6

Shaving Cream and Playground Fun

doing crafts and having lots of fun

At Camp Creek

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Vacation BibleSchool

35 kids joined us forour VBS worshipweek with severalyouth, and adultsvolunteering theirtime and gifts tohelp make this year'sVBS a success. Wespent the weekdiving into Godsword and learningabout how God’spower helps usthrough anything.The ending worshipprogram waswonderful asalways. Wewatched the childrenshare what they hadlearned all week andheard several visitors, as well as our own, share personal testimony about the week's experience with God.A huge thank you to everyone who volunteered to do ministry this week by giving of your time and gifts. Godalways equips the called who are obedient and you were all part of sharing Jesus throughout the week!Blessings, Angie

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Upcoming...July 12th:DOGS @ 4:00Youth@ 5:00

Monthly Meeting @ 7:00

July 26th:DOGS @ 5:00Youth@ 6:30

Youth Trip: Date to be announcedDOGS Outing: Date to be announced

Summer is one of my favorite times in Youth Ministry. We seem to kick it all off by celebrating our graduatesand students as they close out another school year and move on to another chapter in their lives. We follow thecelebration closely with a week of Vacation Bible School (VBS), a mission week and the beginning of weeks atsummer camps. It is a wonderful and exciting time of the year! (And on a personal note, the cold has goneaway for a few months! Yeah!)

Our VBS this year was themed around Mt. Everest and God's power. Each evening, many volunteers turned outto lead songs, stations, skits, kid groups, crafts, games or food (to name a few) The time of fellowship andworship was great each day and to see the excitement and smiles on each kid's face is always priceless. I amespecially proud of the Youth Group for the leadership roles they took on this year. Many of them were leadersat a station and participants in the nightly skit and others made sure that kid groups made it safely to all thestations. One of the most encouraging things however was their attitude toward Bible School. This is one oftheir favorite weeks of the church year, because they get to be together and teach and lead kids and worship theLord. Truly the power of God made this week a huge success and we give Him all the praise and glory! VBSis a great example of the individual church utilizing the gifts of its members and everyone united in spreadingthe gospel of Christ. We were made to operate in this manner!

Our next big event was Impact Yadkin. This week was one of the best mission weeks I have attended. It is aperfect picture of how individual churches come together in the name of Christ to change their community forthe better! Many churches joined Impact Yadkin, reaching acrossdenominational and cultural lines to help neighbors and friends inneed. Some were called to feed, some to evangelize, some to pray,some to build, some to lead, some to encourage, some to runsupplies and all to show the love of Christ. There were over 90homes that were physically improved, many hearts that werespiritually encouraged and many lives that came to know the savinggrace of Jesus Christ. There were also young people called intoministry and folks in ministry spiritually revived. I was blessed tobe a part of Impact Yadkin and I am thankful for a churchfamily that supports this event. The Lord's hand is truly at work inImpact Yadkin. To GOD be all the glory! (See next page for more )

In our DOGS and Youth meetings and Sunday School classes, we have continued our walk through Biblicalhistory and the progress of redemption. We have arrived at the lives of King Saul and King David and howGod's anointing was on their lives and their different approaches to their roles. It has been great to walkthrough Biblical history and look closer at God's word and his teaching. I'm excited for all of the lessons andstories to come.

I am thankful to be a part of the lives of the young people at Deep Creek. They are a constant source ofencouragement to me! May God continue to bless our young people!

YOUTH & JR.YOUTHFrom Jared

Blessings, Jared

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Deep Creek had volunteers working on teams, working as runners, working with food during theweek. Thanks to everyone for supporting our workers and this event.

Thanks to Jared Warden and Angie Brendle for their leadership roles and Cathy Shore forheading up the Deep Creek Food Team.

Jared’s Group

“We were so overwhelmed—none of us expected their reaction—that they truly turned their lives overto the Lord and then gave themselves to support us in our work as we answer the call of God.”

I Corinthians 8:5 The Voice

THANK YOU to all those in the meeting who gave of themselves to provide food for the five work crewssponsored by Deep Creek during Impact Yadkin. From those who brought the delicious and abundant food forthe fellowship meal at the Moose Lodge, to those who prepared and packaged lunches all week long, to thosewho served or delivered the meals each day—so many folks of all ages worked and gave! Thank you forpraying, for loaning coolers, for running errands, for donating money and supplies, for cleaning up, for writingnotes, for all the ways you contributed to the success of Impact Yadkin. We were overwhelmed by yourgenerosity and praise God for the amazing things He did that week and continues to do!

Cathy Shore

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Congratulations

Gladys Adams Is 85April 29, Gladys Adams had a birthday. Last month, we had a0 where we should have had a 5 and she noticed. Even thoughshe doesn’t act or look like it, she is proud to be 85. Shecontinues to be an active member of the Hospitality Committee,makes baby items for the circle and many other things, alwayswith a smile - a perfect example of what one should be like at85. Congratulations!

Three in congregation have same birthdaySunday, June 28, three in the congregation who stood to berecognized for having a birthday have something in common.Not only do they have the same birthday. It was that day andthey were in church together. Happy Birthday Randy Davis,Bill Terrell and Samantha Welborn. It was good to be in churchon your birthday.

Matthews have AnniversaryBarbara and T. G. Matthews celebrated 62 years of marriage onJune 11. What a record and example for everyone!

Alli Jones is part of special project

Did you see this bit of news in all the local newspapers and theWinston-Salem Journal a few weeks back? Starmount Highstudents create working 3-dimensional hand for Oklahoma boy.In May, before school was out, using a 3D printer in theschool's media lab, Alli Jones’ Library Science class of 8members and advisor Suzie Thomasson created at hand for a 9-year-old Oklahoma boy in need of a prosthentic. They havereceived a picture of the smiling boy with a message that thehand fit, fingers worked and “was a hit”. They were connectedby e-NABLE, an organization that works to match those in needof a prosthetic with a volunteer to print it for them. Thestudents made the design, printed the layers of molten plastic,assembled the pieces – inserting the printed pins into theprinted knuckles, attaching the movingfingers to the printed palm, tightening thetension screws and tying the cords thatcontrol the hand’s movement. Alli’sstatement - “It’s actually pretty cool,”“We take for granted that we have two(hands). It’s really special to help him out.”

Alli is spending her summer at Quaker Lake workingwith the campers there.

July 4 – Independence Day

Royal ResolutionsBy J. S. Engle

I will study the language of gentleness, and refuseto use words that bite and tones that crush.

I will practice patience at home, lest my testytemper break through unexpectedly and disgrace me.

I will remember that my neighbors have troublesenough to carry without loading mine on them.

I will excuse others’ faults and failures as often andas fully as I expect others to be lenient with mine.

I will cure criticism with commendation, close upagainst gossip and build healthy lives by service.

I will love boys and girls, so that old age will notfind me soured and sullen, but fresh and free.

I will gladden my nature by smiling out loud onevery fair occasion, and by outlookingoptimistically.

I will pray frequently, think good things, believe inmen, and so do a full day’s work without fear orfavor.

“The destiny of America is to carry the

gospel of Jesus Christ to all meneverywhere”

President John Adams

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REMEMBER TO PRAY – Prayer changes things!The following information is included by request. Be specific when you pray and send notes.

This color indicates an addition or change from last month.Among those requesting prayer:

Pray for special needs of members, friends and relatives and celebrate God’s care.Contact the editor for information

Thank You for Your Notes of Concern

Thanks to all of you who send cards and notes to individuals on our prayer list. You truly are thehands of Christ when you send those notes of care. People express to us their appreciation andencouragement. Several individuals have mentioned how moved they have been to receive getwell or sympathy notes from “Ann” and went on to say, “I don’t even know who that is! Shenever signs her last name. I sure would love to know who it is.” Thanks so much to everyone.And a special thanks to Ann – whoever you are!

The Editor

Attitudes are contagious.

Is yours worth catching?

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