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Weekly Newsletter - September 13, 2015 “You are redeemed to
ripple.”
Warwick Weekly What Gifts Do You Take From the Offering?
An Invitation for Today…
Our church stewardship team is asking that you take a gift from
the offering plate today. Yes, you read it right. As the offering
comes by you, please take away an “R2R” bookmark for each member of
your family who attends our church. The bookmarks will help all of
us mark the beginning of this year’s invitation to consider the
impact or “ripple effect” that each of us has in God’s ministry
here through Warwick Memorial UMC.
As our pastors begin preaching on the topic of redemption in the
new series “Redeemed to Ripple,” you are invited and challenged to
think of the power of your ripple, as well as our collective
rippling as a church. The series will culminate with our annual
pledge Sunday on November 1
st. Now is the time to
begin to think of the amazing power God sees in you and all of
us as we seek to live faithfully sharing his love with the world.
Please place your R2R bookmark in a book you read frequently or on
your desk, fridge or other frequently sighted location to remind
you to discern and pray on the power of your rippling effect from
God’s amazing redeeming power in your life. Praise be to God that
we have the gift of redemption and that gift is not to be stored
up, but to be shared freely. May the ripples of God’s grace bless
you in our fall journey together and always!
Join us today at 10:10am for our Fall Kick-Off Gathering in the
Celebration Center! What happens at this kick-off event? Well, we
hope there will be wonderful fellowship with our church family.
There will be some light refreshments to share. The kids will have
a time to kick, yes, kick, soccer balls and earn prizes. Our
pastors will have a soccer kick-off. Who will win? Stick around to
find out! And, at around 10:30, we will gather to celebrate our
Sunday School ministry and send kids and youth off for a great
start of Sunday school for the year. Adults will hang back for a
special program that will highlight small group ministries for
fall, including a time of hearing some plans from our pastors.
Whether you are new to the church or have been here a long time,
you will want to attend this informative Fellowship
opportunity!
Don’t forget to look for Kay Fries (during the kick-off
celebration) and Jim Cole (after the 11:15 service) and purchase
one of our awesome church mugs or magnets (Mugs are $6 each and
magnets are $4 each). We will continue selling them after services
for a few more weeks and they will be available in the church
office.
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A Time of Confession, Repentance, Prayer and Commitment to End
Racism: Our Virginia Conference bishop, Bishop Young Jin Cho has
issued a call for all churches and pastors of the Virginia
Conference to join our brothers and sisters in the African
Methodist Episcopal Church. We will take a moment today to spend
time in prayer together on these important issues as a church as we
ready ourselves to receive Holy Communion. In the wake of the
murders of The Emanuel Nine (the senior pastor and eight members of
Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C.),
the Council of Bishops of the A.M.E. Church has asked every church,
temple, synagogue, mosque and place of worship “to focus on race
... and be reminded that out of one blood, God created all of us to
dwell together in unity.”
Happy Grandparents Day! Grandparents Day is the first Sunday
after Labor Day. Some of the people we call grandparents are such
because they are our parents' parents — they are blood relations.
And some of the people we call grandparents — or "elders" in some
cultures — are such because of a quality of compassion, concern,
wisdom, and generosity that they demonstrate toward us. The Search
Institute has identified that children who have at least five
caring adults in their lives, in addition to their parents, are
more likely to thrive and less likely to become "at risk." Every
congregation is blessed with "grandmas" and "grandpas" who love and
share their faith in ways that form us as an extended family, a
tribe, a clan of people embraced by the love of God. Here is a
prayer for this occasion: God of Abraham and Sarah, grandfather and
grandmother in the faith God of all generations: We thank you today
for those who are grandparents/elders. We especially thank you for
those who are grandparents to us — those who are grandparents by
blood relationships, and those unrelated but older than we who
generously share their love and wisdom, their time and traditions
so that we have roots, stories, and hope. We bless you for the gift
of grandparents, and we ask your blessing on them, that their days
may be filled with delight in their grandchildren. May their giving
and grace toward younger generations bring fulfillment to them and
may they be a blessing to all they love and call grand children,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
8 is Enough Groups Forming Now: Are you new to the church and
want a fun and easy way to meet members? Have you been going to
church here for a long time but would like to get to know other
members better? If so, then being in an 8 is Enough group may be
for you. It's only a 4 month commitment. At the end of the 4
months, the members of the groups will rotate to form new groups.
At that time, you can choose to not continue in the program, if you
wish. New groups are being formed for October, November, December
and January. How does it work? Once a month each group goes to a
local restaurant of their choice for dinner/lunch -- the date and
time is decided by members of each group. It's a fun and informal
way to meet other members of the church. If you would like to be
added to a group or if you would like your name removed from the
list, please call Cathy Haskell at 875-1604 or email at
[email protected]. If you would like to be in a group that only meets
for lunch instead of dinner (usually on Wednesday), please indicate
that in your message.
Last Chance to Register for Soul Keeping, a Video-Based Bible
Study: You heard our pastors on this topic for the past three
weeks, now take the topic deeper, in this six-session, video-based
Bible Study, author and pastor John Ortberg helps us discover what
the soul is, why it is important, how to assess the soul's health,
and how to care for it so that it contributes to the depth and
beauty of our relationship with God and others. Although it may add
value, it is not necessary for you to have read the book; the video
and the study guide will provide the basis for the class.
If you are interested in this Soul Keeping class that will begin
on Sept 20, please sign up on the link on the church website or on
the signup sheet in the office. The final day for signup will be
Sept 13. The class will be held at the same time as the Children
and Youth fellowship times on Sunday evenings from 5:45-7:30. You
can drop your kids off and come and have your soul fed as well.
Meeting dates will be: Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 25 and Nov 1.
(Note, we will not meet on Oct 18.) If there are any questions
please contact Peggy Langille, the group leader. Childcare for
those under 3 will be available.
mailto:[email protected]
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ECMS Registration is open for fall classes: Early Childhood
Musik School uses an international curriculum “Musikgarten” which
encompasses a full spectrum of classes from birth to age 9. Share
with your child the gift of music, the gift that lasts a lifetime.
Classes begin Monday, September 14th. Pre-registration is required.
Contact Page Williams at 874-9268 to learn more.
All Are Invited to Participate in Our Music Opportunities:
Adult and Youth Choirs:
Praise Choir: Sings primarily at the 8:30am service, adults and
9th to 12th grade youth. Rehearse on Mondays from 7:30pm to
9pm.
Chancel Choir: Sings primarily at the 11:15am service, adults
and 9th to 12th grade youth. Rehearse on Wednesdays from 7:30pm to
9pm.
Gloria Dei Ringers: Adults/youth who are experienced bell
ringers. Rehearse Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. First rehearsal
is Tuesday, September 29th at 7:30pm.
Youth Choirs (6th to 12th grade):
Youth Choir: Rehearses Sundays from 5pm to 5:45pm. First
rehearsal is Sunday, September 27 at 5:00pm
Laudamus Te Ringers: Experienced ringers. Rehearse Sundays from
4:30pm to 5pm. First rehearsal is Sunday, September 27
Children’s Choirs:
Cherub Choir: 4 and 5 year olds and first grade. Rehearse
Wednesdays from 4:15pm to 4:45pm First rehearsal is Wednesday,
September 16
Junior Choir: 2nd to 6th grade children. Rehearse on Wednesdays
from 4:45pm to 5:25pm. First rehearsal is Wednesday, September 16th
at 4:45pm.
Jubilate Ringers: 3rd to 6th grade Handbell Choir Rehearse
Wednesdays from 5:25pm to 5:45pm First rehearsal is Wednesday,
September 16 at 5:25pm.
Fall Confirmation for Rising Grades 6 to 12 . . . Confirmation
classes will begin on September 22 at 3:45pm for our annual journey
with confirmands, the pastors and mentors. If you have a youth who
has not been confirmed, please visit our website to register or
contact the church office. Parent orientation will be September 20
at 10:10am in the Parlor. Please send any questions to our Pastors
at [email protected] or [email protected]
Acolyte Training . . . Calling all grade 3 and up children for
Acolyte training by Pastor Bert TODAY, Sept 13th at 4:30pm in the
Sanctuary. This also includes all current acolytes. The training
will end before the beginning of Children's Fellowship at
5:45pm.
All Children and Youth Groups to Re-start This Evening: Pre-K,
Children’s and Youth Fellowship meetings will resume on Sunday,
September 13th beginning at 5:45pm. The JAM Time kids (3 and 4 year
olds) will meet in the Fellowship Hall Contact Bonnie Turner at
877-0551 for more information. The M&M’s (1st to 5th grade)
will meet in the Fellowship Hall Contact Sharon Ellis at 872-8495.
The Youth (6th to 12th grade) will meet in the youth room Contact
John Evans at 877-5905. Dinner is provided for each group. No
pre-signup needed. Enter through the educational hallway each
Sunday!
Upward Basketball Registration: WMUMC sponsors this Christian
basketball league for children K to 5th grade. This is a wonderful
opportunity for children and adults in the community. Each player
will grow spiritually, physically, mentally, and socially as they
develop character, an understanding of sportsmanship and respect
for authority that will help them on and off the court. Remaining
registration dates are: 9/19 at 1pm-3pm, 9/22 at 5pm-7pm and 9/26
at 10am-12pm. All registrations are in the Celebration Center.
Looking For A Volunteer Opportunity? Upward Basketball Still
Needs Volunteers To Help: Thank you to everyone who attended our
Upward Basketball Rally. We heard some great excitement about our
upcoming season. But, volunteers are still needed for this season
to be awesome. Please email James or Brenna Watkins at:
[email protected] or [email protected] to learn more or
offer to volunteer.
Activities for Our Children and Youth . . .
The Lampstand Band is always looking for new vocal and musical
talent, too. To inquire, please contact Kerri Hardwick, Lampstand
Music Director at 718-6572 or [email protected]
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Financial Peace: Due to scheduling difficulties, the fall class
of Financial Peace University is being postponed. We will offer the
class again in the spring. Watch the Warwick Weekly for more
information or visit our Facebook page to learn more about the
program under our Events link or contact Jim Corliss.
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Craft Group News Flash: Now Meeting weekly on Tuesdays from 9:30
a.m. - 2:30 pm. Come join us for fun and fellowship as we prepare
hand made items for the annual Cookie Walk and Craft Bazaar on
December 5th. We have so many different things to work on – there
is something for everyone! If you wish to stay for lunch, bring a
light luncheon item to share.
Trustee’s News: There are numerous items around the Church that
need some tender loving care. If you have some free time and would
like to volunteer, we can sure use your help. Examples of things
needing care include ceiling tile replacement, some scraping and
painting, etc. Please contact a member of the Trustees or Jim King
(877-2270) if you are interested.
Important Hands Across The City Update!
YOU ARE NEEDED! We need your hands to make our Hands Across The
City Work Day at Courthouse Green on Oct 10th a success!
We need: Carpenter/fix it type hands, yard work hands, “litter
getter” hands, lunch making and serving hands and praying
hands.
There are a variety of jobs to fill. It doesn’t matter what your
age or skill level, we have a place for you as we work to be a
blessing to our neighbors in Courthouse Green. All you need to do
is be willing to say ‘here are my hands, put them to use.’ You can
sign up on the church website or on the Sunday School signup
sheets. Unaccompanied Youth are welcome with a parental signed
release form. There is also work for accompanied children.
We will meet at the church at 7:30am on Oct 10. We will pass out
assignments at that time and then leave from the church together.
We expect all work to be completed by 3pm at the latest. If you can
only volunteer for part of the time please indicate your
availa-bility when you sign up.
If you would like to make a donation towards our efforts to be a
good neigh-bor, please make the check out to the church and note
that it is for Hands Across the City in the memo line.
If you have any questions please contact Peggy Langille at
[email protected].
Last Week’s Numbers
Attendance 9/6/15: 8:30am - 57 9am - 88 11:15am - 40 Total
Worship Attendance: 185 Sunday School Attendance: 120
Employment Opportunity: Warwick Memorial UMC is recruiting from
within our church family for a supervisor for our nursery program.
This is a part-time, hourly wage position. Please submit resumes
with a list of at least three work-related references to Pastor
Gina at: [email protected] or drop a copy to her at the church
office by September 20th. If you have questions about the position,
please contact Pastor Gina or Melanie Howard, our staff-parish team
nursery liaison.
Attention Event Planners: The church has purchased a coin
counter to be used when large amounts of loose change are collected
from events. The bank will not accept large amounts of loose change
unless it is put in paper coin holders and the counters do not have
time to do that on Sunday mornings. Therefore, event planners are
responsible for counting the change and putting the coins in the
holders. The counters will take care of the deposit on Sunday. The
coin counter and coin holders are located in the counter room
across from the Church office.
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]
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Fall Retreat for Singles—Wounded Hearts, Healing Love: December
4-6. Have the circumstances of life returned you to singleness,
perhaps through separation, divorce, or death? Plan now to
participate in a special time apart with other singles as we
explore the trials, the hurts, the loneliness of being single
again, and search for the road leading to healing and wholeness.
Cost per person is $105.00 (some financial assistance available).
More info and registration found online at: www.campoverlook.org.
You will make some wonderful new friends, but the weekend is not a
time to seek or start new dating relationships. Camp Overlook is
one of our Virginia Conference United Methodist Camps.
Senior Fellowship Trip: The Senior Fellowship is organizing a
trip to see “MAME” at the Riverside Dinner Theater in
Fredericksburg, VA on Wednesday, December 9th. Transportation,
lunch, play and gratuities are all included for the cost of $60. To
reserve your space or for more information, call Norma McCartney at
874-6114. We will meet at the church at 9am to leave on the church
bus shortly thereafter. Reserve your space early as there is only
room for 22 people on the bus.
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What’s Happening At WMUMC Men’s Fraternity: The Great Adventure
Begins next Tuesday, September 15th at 7pm. Open to all men. Will
meet weekly for 9 fall sessions beginning September 15 in Room 10
(across from Fellowship Hall). Learn more on our Facebook page
under Events or contact Gerry Mingee at 342-3502.
Brothers of Christ: Meetings will resume on Tuesday, Sept 15
from 7:00pm to 8:30pm in room 28. All men are welcome to join us
for Bible study and fellowship. For more information, contact Frank
Blake at 876-9799.
Today 8:30am Sanctuary Service
9am Celebration Center Service 9:45am Blood Pressure Check
10:10am Fall Kick-Off During Sunday School 10:50am Blood
Pressure Check
11:15am Sanctuary Service 5:30pm & 8pm AA (Rm 20)
5:45pm Children and Youth Groups 8pm AA (Rm 20)
Monday 9.14
10am PAA 6pm AAU Basketball (CC)
6:30pm Scouts 6:30pm Court of Honors (CC) 7:30pm Praise Choir
Rehearsal
Tuesday 9.15
9:30am Craft Workshop (FH) 10am PAA
6pm AAU Basketball (CC) 7pm Brothers of Christ (Rm 28) 7pm Men’s
Fraternity (Rm 10)
8pm Spanish AA (Rm 20)
Wednesday 9.16 9am TOPS (Rm 10)
9:30am Care Team Meeting (Rm 28) 2pm After School Open Gym
(CC)
4:15pm Cherub Choir 4:45pm Junior Choir
5:25pm Jubilate Ringers Rehearsal 7pm Lampstand Band Rehearsal
(CC)
7:30pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal 8pm Spanish AA (Rm 20)
Thursday 9.17
10am PAA 7pm Leadership Team Mtg. (Rm 10)
Friday 9.18
6pm Cub Scouts Leaders Mtg. (Rm 16)
Saturday 9.19 Special Olympics Soccer (Field) 1pm Upward
Registration (CC)
6pm AA (Rm 20)
For complete calendar please visit the website at www.wmumc.org
and contact Jim King at [email protected] for room
availability
and reservations.
Deadline for Warwick Weekly submissions is Tuesday at 2pm
Previous weeks copies of the Warwick Weekly are available on our
website www.wmumc.org
and in the Church Office. If you missed a week, please stop by
and pick one up.
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Prayers for September 13, 2015
Please contact the church office with concerns so the Pastors
can be notified. Please let us know if you would like for the
concern to be on the church email prayer list also.
We pray for those in the hospital or care facility: Fran Shaffer
(Mennowood), Ginny Masters, Jane Guthrie (St. Francis), Louise Ivey
(York Convalescent Center), Ann Woodward (Chambrell)
We pray for those who are at home: Jane Goetz, Jerry Murray,
Chris Ployd, Jewel Stalnaker, Julia Frank, Kathy Young, Walt
Wilkerson, Beverly Mayeaux, Christina Tanner, Cindy Skaggs, Sonny
Wood, Elsie Bevins, Bob Warthan, Ruth McGhee, Teresa Lotts, Wanda
Conner (Judy Hackett’s Mom), Bertam Ellett, Martha Moore, Dale
Christensen, Anne Greene, Norma Coleman, Sharon Flick, Tamara Fay,
Jimmy Raper, Marti Millner
All Those Who Are Deployed: Steve Parker, Josh Millner, &
Joshua Evans.
Daily Prayer Cycle . . . Please use the Daily Prayer Cycle,
copies are available in the Narthex and on the Welcome stand in the
Gathering Area. We would like you to use this each week to pray for
your community, leaders, pastors, friends and family. Use this as a
guide to help you on your prayer journey. A downloadable copy can
also be found on our website.
Household Prayers for the Week
Morning Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Living Word, shine on this day. Quicken my steps and open my ears
that I might approach each neighbor with an expectant heart. Amen.
Evening Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Beacon of truth, I entrust to you now the day that has been: the
tasks accomplished and tasks overlooked; the friends acknowledged
and the friends ignored; the silence kept and the silence
squandered. In your mercy, mend these tattered offerings. Grant me
the gift of rest this night and good companions on the morrow, as
you speak me further down the path toward home. Amen.
Are you connected well at WMUMC with our communications?
Did you know our pastors send an email out to all attendees of
the church on Fridays? If you are not get-ting it and would like
to, please email Zena Myall, our administrative assistant at:
[email protected]
Did you know we have a prayer chain that alerts our church
family to pray for prayer needs? To be added to this email list,
send an email to [email protected]
Did you know that we have a very active Facebook page?
Facebook.com/WarwickMemorialUMC
Have you visited our church webpage lately? Visit our page at:
www.wmumc.org
Did you know that you can give your tithe electronically through
a link on our webpage? www.wmumc.org and scroll down to the News
Section on the right and click the giving link.
Did you know that our church bulletin boards provide great
information about church ministry and that a pictorial directory of
our newer members is posted near the pastors' office? Stop by the
bulletin boards and check out the information and pictures. You
will most certainly learn a lot! Have you seen the new church
brochure or the many ministry brochures that are available to give
friends and neighbors? Brochures are available near the sanctuary
entrance on the large table there and also at the welcome stations
in The Celebration Center. If you have suggestions about
communications, please share your suggestions with Zena Myall at:
[email protected]
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