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MEET
Meet
WEDDINGTON UMC
Weddington
13901 Providence Road
Weddington, NC 28104
United States
704.846.1032
[email protected]
www.weddingtonchurch.org
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Our mission is to fulfill our call to be the
physical presence of Jesus Christ...
by worshipping God with passion,
intentionally growing in faith,
proclaiming the gospel with grace,
and humbly serving in love.
Table of Contents
worshipping
Welcome4
GOD
with
passion
Intentionally
Proclaiming
the Gospel
with
growing
in
grace
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Music and Arts Ministry
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Adult Ministries8
Children Ministries
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Youth Ministries11
Weddington Christian Preschool12
Weddington Christian Academy13
Outreach14
humbly
serving
in
love
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Worship Times and Staff
Pastoral Care
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Local and Foreign Missions16
Ministries Overview18
Church Maps20
www.weddingtonchurch.org
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
His love endures forever. (1 Chronicles 16:34)
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Welcome
Welcome to Weddington United Methodist Church. We invite you
to become a part of this exciting and dynamic church as we seek to serve
as the Body of Christ in our world. God is doing great things in and through
this church. We offer a variety of worship styles and ministry opportunities.
We would love to have you join us for worship, ministry, and service. As
the church, we are a family. Come be a part of our family.
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“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean
not on your own understanding; in all your ways
acknowledge him, and he will make your paths
straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
Worship Services
8:15 a.m. - Traditional (Sanctuary)
9:30 a.m. - Praise and Worship (Sanctuary)
9:30 a.m. - Traditional (Marvin Campus)
10:10 a.m. - Acoustic Praise and Worship (FLC)
11:00 a.m. - Traditional (Sanctuary)
11:00 a.m. - Traditional (Bonds Grove Campus)
Wednesdays @ Weddington
WUMC hosts a church-wide fellowship each
Wednesday night September through May. Meals are
served from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center.
Reservations are not required. The cost per meal
is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for children, with a family
maximum of $20. Payment options by cash, check or
credit/debit cards.
The fellowship meals are followed by a variety of
opportunities for study including Disciple Bible Study,
short term bible studies, and pastoral care support
groups. We also have opportunities for children and
youth. Childcare is available for families with infants
and young children.
Church Staff
Rev. Dr. Terry L. Moore, Senior Pastor
[email protected]
Adell Keen, WCA Principal
[email protected]
Rev. Erin Yow, Associate Pastor, Missions
[email protected]
Ruth Cooley, Executive Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
Rev. Ed Briggs, Minister of Pastoral Care
[email protected]
Rev. Mark Curtis, Associate Pastor, Adult Spiritual Formation
[email protected]
Rev. David Locke, Associate Pastor, Evangelism
[email protected]
Carolyn Nelson, Minister of Children
[email protected]
Charlie Brown, Minister of Youth
[email protected]
Britney Travis, Minister of Youth
[email protected]
JoAnn Horstman, Business Administrator
[email protected]
Michelle Grose, Director of Communications
[email protected]
Emily Campbell, WCP Director
[email protected]
Linda Caskey, Financial Assistant
[email protected]
Lisa Keeler, Administrative Assistant, Missions & Music Ministries
[email protected]
Sandra McKee, Administrative Assistant, Pastoral Care
[email protected]
Tonya Tapp, Administrative Assistant, Children, Youth & Adult Ministries
[email protected]
Cory Dover, Director of Praise & Worship Music
Justin Lineberry, Acoustic Praise and Worship Leader
Sandra McCorkle, Assistant Director of Music, Bonds Grove Campus
Bill Poteate, Audio/Visual Technician
Donnie Kiser, Maintenance
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Worshipping God with Passion
Music and Arts
God has provided WUMC with different gifts and talents. The music ministry is part of the body of the church that meets
together to worship God with passion. Every week we practice together, pray together, learn new songs and hymns and
meet together for worship.
All are called by God to praise Him with joyful songs, instruments and voices. WUMC has different services for you to be a
part of in order to experience different worship styles. Adults, children and youth gather together for the same purpose: To
worship God with passion. Whatever service you attend, you are gathered in spirit to worship with all members of Weddington United Methodist Church.
Traditional Worship
Weddington Campus
The 8:15 service is an intimate service with music is led by piano and organ, with traditional hymns and songs.
Sounds of Joy
Weddington Campus
8:15
9:30
The 9:30 a.m. worship service in the sanctuary is led musically by Sounds of Joy. A band and vocalists enhance the
worship experience with contemporary hymns and songs. Practice is held Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary.
Interested vocalists and instrumentalists. For more information, contact Cory Dover at [email protected].
Acoustic Praise and Worship
Weddington Campus
10:10
The 10:10 service in the FLC is led musically by an acoustic Praise and Worship team. Instrumentalists and singers lead
a casual worship service where people gather together to praise to God. The Acoustic Praise and Worship team practices
Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 p.m. For more information, contact Justin Lineberry at [email protected].
Traditional with Chancel Choir 11:00
Weddington Campus
The Chancel Choir, a SATB choir, serves every Sunday morning at the 11:00 a.m. traditional service in the sanctuary. It
also serves at special services during the year (Christmas, Easter, Lent and Advent). The Chancel Choir practices every
Thursday evening from 6:45-8:30 p.m. in the choir room. For more information about the Chancel Choir.
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Music and Arts
Audio Visual Team
The Audio/Video team serves the church by helping with sound and video needs. We are always looking for people to help at
different services and events. If you are tech savvy and interested in using these skills please come and join us!
Children’s Choir
The Children’s choir at WUMC meets regularly every week during the school year. Children’s choir is open to all children
Pre-K through 7th grade who are interested in learning sacred music and want to be a part of the music ministry at WUMC.
Children’s choir serves at different Sunday services during the year. If your children enjoy music, like to sing and to learn more
about church music with passion for Jesus this is the place for them.
WUMC Orchestra
The WUMC orchestra is formed by volunteer musicians that desire to serve the Lord by playing instruments together. The
WUMC orchestra meets regularly during the year to learn and play music. It serves at different Sunday services during the
year and special services, both accompanying choirs and playing solo selections. WUMC orchestra is open to all proficient
players of strings, winds, brass and percussion. If you are looking for a group of people that serves our Lord with their
musical talents and music, this is the place for you.
Marvin Campus (9:30) and Bonds Grove Campus (11:00)
The Bonds Grove Campus(left) sanctuary provides an atmosphere of closeness and family. Planned renovations in 2015 will
focus on creating opportunities to share God’s Spirit in a closer
and smaller community with Southern hospitality.
When you worship at the Marvin Campus(right) you are able to
experience the intimacy of God’s presence through a beautiful
turn-of-the-century Sanctuary. You have the opportunity to hear
first hand the rich tones of a locally crafted pipe organ as God’s
Holy Spirit covers you with His love and grace. Come and join us
in worship.
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Intentionally Growing in Faith
Adult Ministry
Rev. Mark Curtis
Associate Pastor
Our goal for Adult Ministries at Weddington UMC is to intentionally grow in faith. In addition to finding a worship service
that is meaningful, we encourage everyone to find a place of connection in a small group or bible study experience. As
Weddington UMC continues to grow, it is important that we build personal connections through bible study, small groups,
Sunday School classes, or one of the many opportunities we offer for spiritual growth. Take a moment to look over the
opportunities for discipleship offered here at WUMC. If you have questions please feel free to contact Rev. Mark Curtis at
704.814.1308 or [email protected].
Disciple Bible Studies
Information for the Mind, Transformation for the Heart
Disciple Bible Study is in many ways the heart of discipleship here at WUMC.
Disciple studies will take you on a journey through the Bible. You will set out
on a biblical adventure together, yet you will each be on your own journey of
discovery and personal growth as you grow closer to God and deepen your
faith in Jesus Christ. Disciple Bible Studies begin in September and end in
early May.
Classes offered are Disciple I - Becoming Disciples through Bible study,
Disciple II - Into the Word, Into the World, Disciple III - Remember Who You
Are, Disciple IV - Under the Tree of Life, Jesus in the Gospels, and Christian
Believer.
This is to my Father’s glory, that
you bear much fruit, showing
yourselves to be my disciples.
John 15:8
Adult Sunday School
Sunday School provides opportunities to grow in our relationship with God. Experience the excitement of new friendships
and deeper relationships with members of our church family. We encourage you to participate in this vital ministry.
11:00 a.m.
Agape FLC
Youth Center, Married & single,
All ages
Cornerstone
Room 214/215, Married and single adults,
Various ages
Journeys
FLC-Multipurpose, Young couples with
children and newly married couples
Foundations
Room 213, Ages 30s-50s
Closer Walk
Room 19, Ages 50s-80s
Jay Emry
Room 214/215, Ages 50s-90s
Crossroads
Youth Center, Room 101 Ages 35+
New Creation
FLC, Room 4, Ages 30+
Singles and couples
Shepherds View
Room 209, Ages 30+
Doers of the Word
Room 213, All Ages, Co-ed
Explorers
Room 210
Great Walk
Youth Center, Room 101, Ages 40s-70s
Faith In Action
Room 210, All ages
Light of the World
Room 209, Co-ed 35+
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11:15 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
Adult Ministries
Life Groups and Bible Studies
Men’s Life Groups
Dwight Jacobs, Tuesday 7:30 p.m., Hemby House
Gary Fitzer, Friday 6:30 a.m., Youth Center
John Williams, Friday 7:00 a.m., Hemby House
Tom Coleman, Friday 6:45 a.m., Jay Emry Room
Courageous Men’s Group, Sunday 6:30 p.m., Rm. 213
Brian King, every other Tuesday 7:00 p.m., Hemby House
Young Professionals Men, Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Hemby House
Women’s Life Groups
Heather Brown, Tuesday 7:00 p.m., Hemby House
Louise Padfield Bible Study, Monday 9:00 a.m., Home-based
Lilies Bible Study Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., Hemby House
Erin Yow, Wednesday 9:30 a.m., Hemby House
Artist’s Life Group Thursday, 9:00 a.m., Hemby House
Seasonal Bible Studies
Co-Ed Life Groups
There are also additional seasonable Bible Studies updated
regularly on the website.
UMM Ministry
Greg Smith, President
UMW Ministry
Rev. Erin Yow, Associate Pastor
The United Methodist Men seek to further God’s kingdom
through evangelism, service, educating ourselves to
become men seeking God’s will in our lives, spiritual
leaders of our families, and follow the example of Jesus by
assisting those less fortunate in worldly possessions.
The United Methodist Women invite you to join a women’s
group and volunteer committee.
Abundant Living, Wednesday 6:30 p.m., Rm. 20
Weddington Riders, Various times and locations
Young Professionals, Wednesday 6:30 p.m, Jay Emry Rm.
UMM Connection Breakfasts
All meetings are in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Family
Life Center on the second and forth Sundays from 7:45
to 9:00 a.m. Topics presented are relevant to men with a
spiritual growth emphasis and often focus on missions
and related topics. All men are invited to attend and
encouraged to bring a friend.
Men’s Night Out
What: An opportunity for men of all ages to gather for
food, fellowship, encouragement.
When: Quarterly, usually Tuesdays from 6 - 8 p.m.
Who: Select speakers whose life, ministry, contributions
are good examples.
Why: To build men spiritually, intellectually, emotionally,
and relationally to become godly leaders.
Lucy Price Circle meets on the second Tuesday of each
month at 7:00 p.m. Contact Carolyn Canzonieri at
[email protected] for more information.
Mary Elizabeth Circle meets on the third Friday of each
month at 9:00 a.m. in the Hemby House.
Contact Cindi Johnson at [email protected].
Mary Martha Circle meets on the first Friday of each month
at 9:30 a.m. Contact Sarah Arney at 704.845.4641 or
Becky Walters at [email protected].
Susanna Wesley Circle meets on the second Friday of each
month at 9:30 a.m. Contact [email protected]
Kids Consignment is offered twice a year, is sponsored by
the Susanna Wesley Circle. Buy and sell “like-new” children’s
items to support the missions of the Susanna Wesley Circle
and other charities. weddingtonkidsconsignment.com.
Kings & Queens Senior Adult Ministry
Sandra McKee, Coordinator
Monthly Meetings
The Kings and Queens meet the second Thursday of each month September through May in the Family Life Center
at 10:00 a.m. for social time, crafts, Bingo, special programs and lunch. Topics are related to health, finances, spiritual
growth, missions, gardening and the arts. The objective is to meet the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of seniors,
as well as provide learning opportunities for continued growth. Visitors are welcome. Occasionally, due to trips, meeting
dates are subject to change. Contact Sandra McKee at 704.814.1301 for more information.
Trips
During the summer, day trips are planned. Other trips are scheduled during the year, including an annual trip to
Myrtle Beach for Christmas shows and a senior adult retreat to The Cove, the Billy Graham Training Center, in
Black Mountain, N.C.
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Children Ministry
Carolyn Nelson
Minister of Children
At Weddington UMC, we are dedicated in partnering with families in the cultivation of their spiritual growth. Our mission
is to provide the best possible care, comfort, guidance and instruction in the Word of God for children and their leaders.
The Bible is the focus of our curriculum, and adult volunteers are living examples who demonstrate the love of God and
life-changing principles to your child. Our goal is that children will be loved, valued and nurtured in their faith.
The Ark
Noah’s Nursery: Birth through age 2
For your convenience, we offer a professionally staffed nursery
from 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Sunday mornings and for special
church events.
Noah’s Kids: Ages 3, 4, & Kindergarten
Noah’s Crew: Grades 1, 2, & 3
Noah’s Shipbuilders: Grades 4 & 5
We consider Sunday School to be a foundational hour of Bible instruction for children, age 2 through the 5th grade. It is
a time of exciting Bible stories and personal application of God’s Word to a child’s life. We hope all children will be active
participants in this time of discovery. A loving, caring team guides your child to learn the truths about the Bible.
Sonshine Safari: Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m.
Sonshine Safari is an alternative worship service designed especially for children who are in Kindergarten through 3rd
grade. Join the fun as the puppets lead worship with music, praise, Bible memory and lots of laughs! Sonshine Safari
is held in the chapel across the street from the sanctuary. Board the Blue Bus outside Helms Hall at 10:55 a.m. and at
11:15 at the FLC. Pick up is in the same location after the 11:00 service. This program meets every Sunday during the
school year, except the first Sunday of the month, which is dedicated as Family Worship Sunday.
J.A.M. (Jesus and Me): Wednesdays
J.A.M. is a Wednesday night program for kids age 4 through 5th grade. We meet weekly for an exciting time of KIDMO,
including praise and worship time, drama, Bible memory. We take time to build relationships with one another.
Vacation Bible School
VBS is our single largest yearly event for children. More than 500 children, youth and adults laugh, play, learn and grow
in their relationships with each other and with Jesus. Each year is an action-packed theme that includes praise and
worship music, Bible games, special crafts, and Bible stories.
Special Programs
We are committed to strengthening today’s families through sharing the Word of God creatively through special events.
These events include Easter Eggstravaganza, Back to School Celebration, Trust and Treat, Happy Birthday Jesus Party,
Angel Breakfast, Created By God, GLOW, special performances by Christian entertainers, and more.
Mother’s Morning Out
Are you a Mom looking for a few hours a week to run errands, have a cup of coffee, go to appointments, or just rest?
Our Mother’s Morning Out program runs September through May and is geared toward infants and toddlers age 11
months through 2 years old. Classes are available on through our one or two-day program on Mondays, Tuesdays
and Thursdays.
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Children and Youth
Youth Ministry
Charlie Brown
Minister of Youth
Britney Travis
Associate Minister of Youth
Sunday Evening Youth Program
Our Sunday evening program is 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. with a meal for all youth for a cost of $3. Following, there are separate
programs for Jr. and Sr. High, covering a wide range of topics and games. Afterwards, everyone joins together for a
time of worship in the Youth Center, led by our Youth Worship Team.
Jr. & Sr. High Bible Study
Bible studies meet Wednesdays from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Youth Center. Doors are open from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. At
Bible study students and leaders read through a book over several weeks breaking it down by chapter.
Lifegroups
Lifegroups are small groups for youth. Each group meets at various times and places throughout the week. Some
read through books and devotionals together, while others focus on community service and other ways to serve within
our church. Lifegroups provide our youth with an opportunity to be in a discipleship group with a small number of youth
their own age and gender.
Sunday School
Sunday School classes for youth are offered during both the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services each Sunday. At 9:30 a.m.
a 6th grade class meets upstairs in the Youth Center and are greeted at the door of the youth center by one of our
teachers. Our 7-12th grade class meets upstairs in the youth center at 9:30 a.m. At 11:00 a.m. 6-8th graders meet for
class in the main part of the youth center, and 9-12th graders meet upstairs in one of the youth center classrooms.
Retreats and Missions
In addition to weekly activities, the youth participate in retreats and mission trips throughout the year. All retreats are
discipleship based. All youth have the opportunity to attend at least one mission trip during the summer and two
retreats throughout the year. Our church helps to offset the cost for all of these trips, and the participant cost to attend
all of them is less than $500 annually.
Check out the youth website for information, events, pictures and FAQs at www.weddingtonchurch.org/youth.
Ways to Serve Children and Youth
• Volunteer in Noah’s Nursery once every
5-6 weeks.
• Teach or assist in The Ark Sunday School
class weekly or bi-weekly.
• Volunteer for Sonshine Safari as a
puppeteer or a sound tech.
• Become a small group leader during
J.A.M. on Wednesday nights.
• Become a Youth group volunteer on
Sunday nights, special events or trips.
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Education and Childcare
Weddington Christian Preschool
Weddington Christian Preschool is located on both the Weddington and Bonds Grove campuses. WCP is a ministry
of WUMC welcoming children ages 2 years through Transitional Kindergarten.
Curriculum Using the Bible, The Creative Curriculum (TeachingStrategies.com), and Handwriting Without Tears
(HWTears.com), children in our program are offered opportunities to meet a variety of Christian, academic, physical,
social and emotional goals. The goals and objectives for our 4 and 5 year old programs (5 year old program offered
at Weddington camps only) are designed to prepare a child for Kindergarten. However, the Bible basis of our program
plants seeds of a Christian faith in a child’s heart for a lifetime.
Calendar WCP follows the Union County Public School calendar for holidays. We start our preschool year after Labor
Day and finish in the third week of May. Children at­tend from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
Depending on age, children may attend 2, 3 or 4 days per week.
Registration and Tours Registration is in January for the following school year. Monthly tours are offered throughout
the school year. Facilities are open every Sunday, and guests are invited to walk through the classrooms. WUMC
members receive priority registration.
Enrichment At WCP, children in the 3, 4, and Transitional Kindergarten (5’s) classes attend music for 30 minutes
each week, as well as a monthly chapel service. The 2-year-olds participate in a music & motion class once a week
for 30 minutes. Children are offered outdoor time on our playgrounds for 30 minutes each day, weather permitting.
Car rider drop off and pick up lines are available to bring children into and out of our building.
We believe each child is a unique creation of God, deserving of respect and love. We provide an environment that
allows children to discover the lessons Jesus taught through prayer, instruction, and play each day. We also endeavor
to maintain a warm and welcoming atmosphere that will minister not only to the children but also to the caregiver and
our staff.
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Education
Weddington Christian Academy
At Weddington Christian Academy, our mission is to provide
an educational experience of highest academic excellence with
a Christian perspective by challenging the mind, touching the
heart and nurturing the soul; thereby encouraging each student
to live a life representing Christ with their thoughts, words,
service and actions. WCA is a private, Christian school serving
students Junior Kindergarten through eighth grade. We offer
small classes conductive to optimum learning, in a loving and
nurturing environment.
Math Math in Focus, Singapore Math is utilized in Kindergarten
through seventh grades and Holt McDougal Pre-Algebra in
eighth grade. The IXL online math program is incorporated
into weekly instruction to reinforce concepts and skills taught
in the classroom.
Science Purposeful Design Science, published by ACSI, is
used in 1st - 6th grades. ACSI curriculum is used in K and
7th grades. Both are taught in conjunction with the NC
Standard Course of Study. Science is presented from the
Christian worldview with emphasis on creation.
Language Arts Houghton Mifflin Journeys curriculum and
the Think Central online program are utilized in K-6th grade.
Holt McDougal Literature and Write Source Writing and
Grammar comprise the 7th and 8th grade language arts
curriculum. Both are based on National Standards. The
language arts texts encourage critical thinking skills and
are organized in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Accelerated Reader is a comprehensive online program
that provides students with personalized reading activities.
Social Studies Harcourt Social Studies and Daily Geography,
in addition to the NC State Standards, are the basis for social
studies instruction in K - 7th grade. Topics include geography,
citizenship, government, communities, cultures, history, and economics.
Bible Positive Action Bible curriculum encourages students to examine all major sections of Scripture. It places emphasis
on character development in addition to thinking skills focusing on knowledge, comprehension, discernment, application,
analysis and evaluation taught in conjunction with timeless lessons from God’s Word.
Handwriting Handwriting Without Tears, developed by Occupational Therapist, Jan Olsen, is utilized in JK-3rd grade to
develop fine motor skills and handwriting proficiency with the use of manipulatives and hands-on activities in addition to
handwriting instruction.
Electives Technology, Spanish, PE, Music and Art are all offered as electives.
Before and Afterschool In addition to before and after school care, WCA offers a variety of afternoon electives, such as
Drama Club, Girls on the Run, God’s Girls, and a sports program, including soccer, basketball, cross country and volleyball.
Service Our students participate in Outreach Projects such as Operation Christmas Child, Operation Reach Out and support
of the Good Shepherd Orphanage in Kenya.
For more information, please visit our website at www.weddingtonchristianacademy.org
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Proclaiming the Gospel With Grace
Outreach
Rev. David Locke
Minister of Evangelism
Weddington United Methodist Church offers a variety of way for people to display God’s Grace to others in our world.
We endeavor to present numerous opportunities to people allowing them to comfortably share in fellowship and mission
while nurturing them with God’s Spirit of love and hope. As we form the criteria we want to establish as this family of God,
we realize that we are to be His witnesses to a world looking for peace, love, and hope.
Outreach/Evangelism Yearly Events & Programs
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Special Men’s Events
Neighbor Invitational Groups
Meet Weddington – monthly
Helping Staff Special Events
- Soar with Grace Race
- Special Concerts
- Special Seminars
• Supporting UpWard Sports
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Soccer (New in Fall of 2015)
- Softball
- Tag Football (New in Fall of 2015) - Cheerleading
• Staffing Guest Welcome Centers at our Campuses
• Helping with Special Guest Centers during Easter, Christmas and Special Events
• Help with Special mailings during the year
Upward Sports
Adult Basketball
Adult men's pick-up games are on Sunday and Thursday nights at 8:00
p.m. in the Family Life Center.
Middle and High School Basketball
Youth (7th-12th) and Children (K-6th grade) leagues are scheduled during
the winter months, with practices beginning in October/November.
Women's Volleyball
Pick-up games are scheduled on a monthly basis and times vary. Check
the weekly Newsletter or website for additional information.
Co-ed Adult and Girls Slow-Pitch Softball
Co-ed adult games are played during the summer months. Spring youth
leagues (elementary, middle and high school) begin in February/March.
Summer Sports Camps
Basketball, fitness, soccer, flag football, t-ball, multi-sport, and golf camps
for ages 3-14 years old
Upward Basketball and Cheerleading
Basketball and Cheerleading for K-6th grade boys and girls, which runs
December - March.
Newly Added Sports
In the Fall of 2015 Upward will begin to offer Soccer and Tag Football for
various ages.
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Pastoral Care
Outreach/Pastoral Care
Rev. Ed Briggs
Minister of Pastoral Care
Alcoholics Anonymous We are blessed to be able to offer support for people who are struggling with alcohol addiction.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall r oom 2.
Al Anon offers support for people with family members who suffer from addictions. It meets Thursdays at 7:00 p.m in the
Fellowship Hall room 102.
Cancer Care Support Team provides emotional, spiritual and physical support for those with cancer and family members
through greeting cards, prayers, meal delivery, transportation to treatments, respite care and house cleaning. Peer oneon-one cancer companions are also available. Contact Sherri Loflin at 704.321.1795 to join this team.
Caring Hearts offers Christ’s love, nurture and support to those who are unable to be active participants in church due
to incapacities that confine them to their homes and nursing/adult care facilities. Caring Hearts visit and call home-bound
members, deliver meals, offer prayer support and develop relationships. For more information, contact Rev. Ed Briggs,
Sandra McKee or Pat Culp at 704.846.1016.
The Daniel Plan is a ground-breaking healthy lifestyle program founded on biblical principles and focused on five key
essentials: Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus and Friends. The Daniel Plan teaches a step-by-step approach and offers simple
ways to incorporate healthy choices into your current lifestyle. Visit the website for information.
DivorceCare Support Group meets on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in room 19 in the sanctuary building. This group features
a DVD series and small group time to process the information received and experience support from group members.
Contact Genny Reid at 704.847.4699 or [email protected] for more information
GriefShare Support Group meets on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Hemby House. This thirteen-week session seeks to
bring comfort to those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Contact Julie Kemp at 704.321.2575.
Job Hunt Support Consultants Looking for employment or know of someone who is? Contact Angela Carter at
[email protected] or Dick Garner at [email protected]. Angela has experience in recruiting, and Dick’s
experience is in human resources. They can give advice on interviewing, resume writing and networking.
Narcotics Anonymous ministers to those who struggle with drug addiction and meets in the Fellowship Hall on Tuesdays
at 6:00 p.m., Fridays at 10:00 p.m., and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.
Prayer Ministry Team meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary during the school year. You are invited to join
this team for prayer, sharing and taking the initial steps toward becoming the house of prayer that God has called us to be.
It is important to note that praying out loud during our time is not a requirement.
Prayer Shawl Ministry is made up of people who prayerfully knit and crochet prayer shawls for women and lap quilts
for men who need a reminder of our love and prayers. Anyone interested in this ministry contact Sandra McKee at
704.846.1032 or [email protected]
Stephen Ministry is a ministry in our congregation in which trained and supervised lay persons, called Stephen Ministers,
provide one to one Christian care to individuals facing life challenges or difficulties.
Food Addiction Support Group is a ministry for anyone who struggles with compulsive eating. This group meets
Saturdays in room 2 of the fellowship hall at 8:00 a.m.
Weddington Christian Counseling Center is a place of healing and growth for members and visitors of Weddington United Methodist Church, as well as the surrounding community. Contact counselor, Michelle-McDevitt-Askew at
704.814.4220 or [email protected] to make an appointment.
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Local & Foreign Missions
Rev. Erin Yow, Associate Pastor of Missions
Local Missions
Monroe Mission Campus In 2014
WUMC was given a church property
located at 520 Engleside St. in Monroe,
NC. The church is in a neighborhood
classified as high risk due to elevated
levels of poverty, single parents, and
number of adults without a high school
diploma. This campus gives the chuch the
opportunity to be the hands and feet of
Jesus, as we seek relationships with the
people in the community. Through social
events, tutoring, partnerships with local
schools, mentoring, financial planning
help, and more, we hope to help the community take
steps out of poverty. Contact Rev. Erin Yow for information.
Habitat for Humanity builds safe, affordable homes for lower
income families in the area. Volunteer opportunities are
available in construction and at the Restore. Contact Lloyd Briggs
at [email protected].
Repair Teams assist individuals and ministries in need once a
month by making repairs on homes and facilities. The group also
makes repairs on the church facilities. Contact Ed Krzebetkowski
at [email protected].
Seasonal Opportunities
Great Week of Service: Each year we offer a week of volunteer
opportunities with our various local missions. It is a good way to
experience local missions and figure out how you might want to
be involved throughout the year. Contact Rev. Erin Yow.
Operation Christmas Child: In cooperation with Samaritan’s
Purse, church members fill shoeboxes with gifts for children who
live in poverty stricken countries. We also serve as a drop off
location for people in the community.
Union County Christmas Bureau: We partner with help
agencies in Union County to provide Christmas gifts and
meals for families in need in Union County. For more
information please contact Shelley deMontesquiou at
[email protected].
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Ministries we partner with financially
• Hospice
• Gideons International
• UMAR
• Crisis Assistance Ministries
• UMCOR
of Mecklenburg County
• Union County Crisis
Assistance Ministries
Love INC (Love In the Name of Christ) serves in helping to form
relationships between the poor, elderly or disabled who have
unmet needs to churches and church members willing to meet
those needs. Ways to help include grocery shopping for the
elderly, helping to build a handicapped ramp, and doing yard
work. Contact Lloyd Briggs at [email protected].
Charlotte Rescue Mission ministers to individuals caught in
cycles of poverty, hopelessness and addiction by meeting their
spiritual, physical, social, psychological and vocational needs.
A group from the church leads worship quarterly at the mission.
Volunteers are also welcome to serve and provide meals. Contact
Sharon McFadden at [email protected].
Monroe Community Shelter provides temporary shelter for the
homeless population in Union County. Groups from the church
provide dinner for the shelter the third Thursday of each month.
Contact Pam Runkle at [email protected].
Meals on Wheels delivers hot meals and fellowship to
homebound senior citizens in our community. Volunteers are
needed on a monthly basis to deliver meals. Contact Susan
Walsh at [email protected].
Missions
Operation Reach Out offers help to people in need in Union County by addressing both the physical and spiritual needs of those
they serve. They offer emergency food, medicine, clothing, household items, and funds to people in need. Volunteers are needed
to provide lunch on the first Wednesday of each month, as well as to organize and unload donations. Contact Linda Hastings at
[email protected].
Room In The Inn is a ministry that houses and feeds up to six homeless men, women and children on Friday nights at the church
during the winter months. Volunteers provide hospitality and food for our homeless neighbors as they share the love of Christ with
each other. Contact Cindy Hicks at [email protected].
Second Saturday Service Day meets the second Saturday of month to come together to humbly serve our community in love. There
are opportunities for people of all ages to be involved in a local mission on these days whether you are making sandwiches for the
Urban Ministry Center or leading a worship service for the residents of a nursing home. Contact Rev. Erin Yow for information.
Dental Mission serves twice a year by sponsoring a free dental clinic to residents in Union County. Volunteers are needed to provide
dental care, as well as to pray for and support the people receiving care. Contact Betsy Wollner at [email protected].
Restoration House is a ministry in Monroe that helps men rebuild their lives through a residency program allowing God to heal
emotional scars and restore families while learning life skills. For information contact Bill Mayes at [email protected] and visit
restorationhouses.org.
House of Pearls is a transitional residency program for women in Wingate that brings spiritual healing to women and helps them make
a fresh start in society. Mentors are needed to walk along side the residents on their journey. Contact Bill Mayes at
[email protected] and visit hisperfectlove.org/houseofpearls
Safer Communities Ministry is a prison ministry that regularly meets with inmates through mentoring relationships and Bible study.
Contact Bill Mayes at [email protected] and visit www.mysafercommunities.org.
Wycliffe Bible Translators/JAARS provides technical support services and resources, through partnerships worldwide, to speed Bible
translation for all people. Wycliffe supports churches worldwide in providing a Bible in every language. The JAARS headquarters in
Waxhaw has many volunteer opportunities. Contact Kent Allain at [email protected] and visit jaars.org.
Foreign Missions
World Methodist Evangelism in Botevgrad, Bulgaria
Bulgaria is the poorest country in the European Union and has been rebuilding the
church community after Communism fell in 1989. Weddington UMC helped build and
continues to financially support, a church in the town of Botevgrad. WUMC supports
Lipnitsa Orphanage by helping provide the children with meals daily. The school
provides breakfast and lunch for 70-100 children and dinner for 40-50 children. “The
House of Joshua” program, in Skravena, is a network of family-type homes for young
people who leave the orphanage. The program has been developed to break the cycle
of poverty and bring hope for the future. Contact [email protected].
Costa Rica Building Teams
Weddington UMC partners with churches in Costa Rica to help establish facilities
for worship and housing. Most recently we are working with a congregation to build
a shelter for battered and abused women and children. Groups travel to Costa Rica
during the month of January. Contact Bob Consoli at [email protected].
Kenya Missions
WUMC helped start and continues to support, The Home of the Good Shepherd, an
orphanage that houses 67 children in Nyharuru. We partner with God’s Grace for all
Nations (GGFAN), a ministry that starts churches, trains pastors, and takes food and
the Gospel to the 22 unreached tribes in Kenya. We have donated a truck to their
ministry which transports relief food to the unreached tribes and was used to rescue
fellow Christians during the tribal clashes of 2008. For information contact Ron Melvin
at [email protected].
Bob Consoli, Foreign Missions Chairperson ([email protected])
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Worshipping God with Passion
Music Ministry
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Sounds of Joy Praise Team
Acoustic Praise and Worship Team
Children’s Choir (PK-7th Grades)
WUMC Orchestra
Seasonal Choirs
Christmas Concert of Praise
Audio/Visual Team
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Acolytes
Altar Care
CD Ministry
Communion
Assistance for the Hearing Impaired
Ushers/Greeters
Welcome Center
Intentionally Growing in Faith
Adult Ministry
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Disciple Bible Studies
Small Groups
Wednesdays @ Weddington
Bible Studies
Resource Center
Young Adult Ministry
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Mission Trips
Small Groups
Weddington Christian Academy
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Academic Curriculum and
Spiritual Formation
Chapel, Spanish, Art, Music,
Computer, P.E.
Partners with Good Shepherd
Orphanage in Kenya
Supports Operations Reach Out
Bright Blessings
Weddington Christian Preschool
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Bible-Based Lessons & Chapel
Handwriting without Tears & the Creative
Curriculum
Weekly Music and Art Classes
Priority Registration for WUMC Members,
WCA, MMO Families
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Children’s Christmas Eve Service
Created By God - Human Sexuality
Easter Eggstravaganza
Cub, Boy, Girl Scouts
J.A.M. (Jesus And Me)
Mother’s Morning Out
Nursery Care
Sonshine Safari
Vacation Bible School
New Baby Plates for Newborns
Third Grade Bible Presentation
First Aid/CPR Training
Passing the Baton for 5th Graders
Trust & Treat
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JR & SR High School Bible Studies
Youth Worship Team
Confirmation Program
Lifegroups
Retreats
Special Events
Local & Foreign Summer Mission trips
Youth Praise Band
Proclaiming the Gospel With Grace
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Special Invitation Events
Evangelistic and Ministry Witnessing Opportunities
Dodgeball Ministry
• Co-ordination with Upward Sports
• Basketball, Cheerleading, Softball, Volleyball, Soccer, Tag Football
• Summer Sports Camps
of Weddington United Methodist Church
Every dollar given to WUMC supports the many
ministries and missions of the church. We are
thankful for your support and promise that
your tithe will be used responsibly.
Humbly Serving in Love
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American Red Cross
Blood Drives
Building Brothers
Charlotte Rescue Mission
Community Shelter/
Soup Kitchen
Prison Ministries
Gideons International
Great Week of Service
Habitat for Humanity
Hospice
House of Pearls
Katie’s Kidz
Love INC.
Medical/Dental Missions
Meals on Wheels
Nursing Home Ministry
Operation ReachOut
Red Bird Mission
Monroe Mission Campus
Turning Point
Union County
Christmas Bureau
Union County Crisis
Assistance Ministry
Urban Ministry Center/
Operation Sandwich
Repair Teams
Restoration House
UMAR
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Women’s Bible Studies
Special Events
Annual Ladies Retreat
UMW Groups
Graduating Senior Scholarship
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Bereavement Luncheon
Committee
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Cancer Care Team
Caring Hearts Ministry to our
homebound members
Cocaine Anonymous
DivorceCare Support Group
Grief Share Support Group
Bulgaria Missions
Wycliffe Bible Translators/
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Men’s Connection Breakfast
Fund Raising Golf Tournaments
Men’s Night Out
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Family Life Care Team
Marriage Enrichment Classes
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Parenting Classes
Narcotics Anonymous
Prayer Team
Stephen Ministry
Al Anon
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Information Technology
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Weddington UMC
www.weddingtonchurch.org
[email protected]
704.846.1032
Weddington Campus
13901 Providence Rd
Weddington, NC 28104
Bonds Grove Campus
8215 Bonds Grove Church Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
Marvin Campus
9914 New Town Road
Marvin, NC 28173
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