nl - October 2012 - Winterfield United Methodist Church
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nl - October 2012 - Winterfield United Methodist Church
The Winterfield Witness A monthly publication of Winterfield United Methodist Church, Longview, Texas October 2012 Volume 137 Number 10 Go, Share God’s Love, help those in need, and make Disciples of Jesus Christ We would like each Sunday School Class to start thinking about games/booths they would like to do. Each year we get bigger and bigger that requires more volunteers to help out! This is a great way for our church to reach out to the kids and families in our community by providing a safe and secure environment for them, but it can’t be done without your assistance. We need volunteers to: • Man/work Booths • Runners to assist supplying booths candy/prizes • Relieve someone for a break • Help with the concession stands • Set up and clean up • Help with registration table / information booth • Be greeters for the church by welcoming and inviting them to visit with us. Help answer any questions they may have. Below is a list of items that we need: • Volunteers • Individual Wrapped Candy • Cupcakes • Pumpkins • Monetary Donations • Hay Bales • Bottled water for volunteers Items for Concession Stand: • Hotdogs / Buns • Chili • Grated cheese • Hamburger meat • Lettuce / tomatoes • • • • • Individual bags of chips Individual bags of Fritos Cookies Mustard / Ketchup Monetary Donation In the past few years, we served over 300 and ran out of food in the pass two years. Hotdogs (look for them on sale) and hamburger meat (cooked) can be purchased early and placed in the freezer. Candy will be accepted anytime and all other items will be needed by Thursday, October 25th, except cookies and cupcakes that can be brought on the 27th. Come and decorate your car trunk! The kids parade to each car, and we adults pass out candy to them. Just like at our houses on the 31st of October, but we sit by our car trunks and they come all at one time. The kids love this concept of treating and we get one last chance to interact with them and their parents. Great way to share info about the church. Individual wrapped candy is needed for this too, which can the placed in collection barrels at anytime. We encourage you to invite your family and friends out to this community event. We are mailing out postcards to neighbors around the church, looking at doing an ad in the paper and running it on the community cable channel. Regina McWhorter and her Fall Fest Committee have been working hard to plan out the festivities for everyone to have a great time. Here are some of the highlights they have planned: • • • • • • • • Lots of games and booths Happy T. Clown w/ magic show and balloons Glitter Roo with fun washable tattoos Face Painting Bounce House Hay Rides Children’s Praise Team And so much more! Contact Doris Rowland, 903-295-1789, in regards to food for the concession stand and Regina McWhorter, [email protected] or 903-234-9573, for all other Fall Fest questions. We need your help! Please volunteer for a few hours on Saturday, October 27th! Winterfield United Methodist Church (903) 753-4825 Fax: (903) 757-2841 Pastor’s E-Mail: [email protected] Church E-Mail: [email protected] website: www.winterfieldumc.org WUMC A Note From Our Pastor Rev. Jay Barnes • Dear Christian Friends, Three questions: Why do people need Christ? Why do people need the church? Why do people need Winterfield United Methodist Church? • Adam Hamilton, pastor of the Church of the Resurrection in • Leanwood, Kansas asked these questions as he started what is now one of the most influential congregations in the United Methodist Church. They help us focus our efforts and our daily walk as Christians together. Our Annual Charge Conference date has been changed to Thursday, November 1st at 6:00 pm. We will be in charge coordinating a covered dish dinner among the other participating churches. If you would like to help, please contact Becky in the church office. Wanted: Kerry Dawn Green is looking for large glass jars w/lids (large pickle jar, 1/2 gallon size or larger. Please bring them to the nursery room. Announcing the new name of the recently formed community 4-H club. They are now the “Rockn' J 4H Club.” President-Kristopher Saul, VP-Olivia Branham, Sec-Emily Branham, Treasurer-Rachel McCarty, ReporterJesse Green, Council Delegate-Delana Holt. Continue to invite kids 8-18 to join them on the 2nd Thursday of each month. UMW’s October Circle group meeting will be at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 2. Program: Poverty General board meeting will be Tuesday, October 18th at 6 pm. There will be a special called Admin Council meeting on Monday, October 22nd at 7:00 pm. Topic will be to approve the Pastors Salary package and the 2012 Church Leadership and Committee members for Charge Conference. I found the answer to question 1 in John 6: 68-69 when Simon Peter says to Jesus: “Lord, to whom can we go? You • have the words of eternal life. We have come to know that you are the Holy One of God”. I found the answer for question 2 in my life’s journey. I agree with Bill Hybels of • Willowcreek Community Church of Chicago when he says: “No one can beat the church when the church is at its best.” My answer for question 3 is Winterfield is the setting where I can study, know and follow the risen Christ in a community of other disciples. Winterfield United Methodist Church is where I find the “words to eternal life in Jesus Christ”. Winterfield United Methodist Church is where with others, I can love God, help others, and make disciples of Jesus Christ. Winterfield is where the church, ai at its very best. The Winterfied BBQ was a great success. We enjoyed the On Sunday afternoon, October 28th, Bishop Janice Riggle fellowship, introduced many new people to our Church, and Huie will be at Winterfield United Methodist Church to hold ate a lot of great food. Although it is too early to tell how a meeting for the North District. She will ask three questions much money we made for the Church, we believe the time and of the audience: effort was well worth it, and will keep you posted on the How are you becoming a vital growing congregation? results. How are you investing in the leadership of the We would like to thank all of those that participated by congregation and the United Methodist Church organizing, preparing food, cooking, cleaning, greeting especially young people? guests, etc. Special thanks to Sunday School classes that Are you in partnership with a local public school and are donated provisions and their time. We would also like to you including it in the ministry of your congregation? thank all of those that purchased tickets for their friends and To answer the Bishop’s questions, we need to answer for family. You made the 2012 Winterfield UMC BBQ a success. ourselves the first three questions. It reminds us of our focus Frank Weedon, 2012 BBQ Chairman as Christ-followers in the local church. The new Rockn' J 4H Club would like to thank Winterfield Here is your homework assignment. Have your answers Trustees and congregation for allowing us to meet monthly at ready by October 28, 2012. the church. From the Heart! Grace and Peace, Pastor Jay Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 20th. This will be the next Missions Work Day. The Missions Committee is looking for projects. If you or someone you know is in need of yard work, light home repairs, etc.. please contact Larry Day, Missions Chairman so projects can be lined up. This is a great time to prepare for the fall and colder weather. As they say, many busy hands make for lighter work! LONGVIEW COMMUNITY MINISTRIES MEMORIALS We are collecting the following items for October 2012 ...and the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award me on that day—and not only me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Peanut Butter Tuna Soup Mac and Cheese Canned Vegetables Cereal All Hygiene Items Needed: Razors, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, lotion, shaving cream, shampoo, combs, hair brushes Please leave in the basket in your classroom, bring by the church office or leave in LCM collection barrel. FALL CITYWIDE CLEAN UP Saturday, October 6, 2012 8 am—12 noon Kickoff: 8:00-9:30 am LGV Public Library Tire Recycling: Car or Truck, no rims, No large truck or commercial types of tires will be accepted. 8 am to 12 pm across Cotton St from the Library. bring water bill to show residency. Yard Mulch: Mulch for your yard when available. Up to 2.5 cubic yards per week. When: Saturday, October 6 8 am to 4:30 and Open Tuesday-Saturday 8:30 –4:30 Where: Compost site, FM 2087 to Danciger Rd. Follow signs. Bring water bill to show residency. Chuck McGregor Jerry & Becky Butler, Kent Rose, Frankie Herrin, Joan Pinkerton, Discovery Class, Tommy & Pan Vaughan, Charlotte A. Ware, Jim Betts, Charles & Wanda Gray and Pat Lehrling Burley McCullogh Hoy & Frankie Herrin, Joan Pinkerton, Fellowship Class, Charles & Wanda Gray, and Archie & Barbara Williams HONORARIUM Sandra McGregor Discovery Class Jack Crawford Archie & Barbara Williams FLOWER & BULLETIN CALENDAR October 07 14 21 28 Flowers Taken Open Open Open Bulletin Open Open Open Open Event Communion Sunday Pastor/Staff Appreciation Laity Sunday Cost of the Sunday bulletin, just $5. Please call the church office, if you would like to sponsor the Sunday Morning flowers or bulletin. LETOURNEAU UNIVERSITY FREE! HEALTH FAIR Thursday, October 11th 8 am—1 pm Solheim Arena See brochures located around the church WINTERFIELD BOOK CLUB 2012 PUMKPIN PATCH FALL MARKET St. Luke’s UMC, Kilgore Saturday, October 20th 10 am—3 pm October book: “Home” by Toni Morrison Great fun for the whole family! booths, games, food, pumpkins to buy and a great place for fall photos in the pumpkin patch! HWY 80 MISSION Hwy 80 is seeking holiday volunteers to help prepare and serve Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinner and help with other special projects that are being planned for the holiday season. They are also in need of supplies for these meals. A complete list is in the church office and will be posted in the November newsletter. For more info or to volunteers contact Hwy80 at 903-759-8101. HWY 80 plans a special service and banquet to honor veterans who have bravely served our country on Monday, November 12 from 12 to 1 pm. If you would like to help or to attend contact Gary Crim, 903-759-8101. August book was the “From Black Heels to Tractor Wheels” by Ree Drummond. We'll meet October 8th at 6:00 pm at Winterfield. You are encouraged to bring a dish from the book to share with the group. UM Men’s Breakfast, Sunday, October 14th 7:30 am. All men are invited to attend BISHOP’S OFFICIAL AREA VISIT Bishop Janice Huie will be stopping in Longview on Sunday, October 28th during her official Conference visits. Winterfield has the privilege of hosting her visit at 2:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is invited to attend and hear her message. The church will provide a reception in her honor. If you would like to help with this reception, please call the church office. U.S POSTAGE PAID N0N-PROFIT ORGANIZATION PERMIT 168 LONGVIEW, TEXAS 75602 WINTERFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2616 Tryon Rd Longview, TX 75605 “Hear my prayers, O Lord God Almighty; listen to me, O God of Jacob.” Psalm 84: 8 UPCOMING EVENTS FOR THE CHURCH FAMILY Winterfield UMC Staff Pastor Rev. Jay Barnes Administrative Secretary Becky Whitenack Financial Secretary Frances Day Music Director Claire Bates Accompanists Harlene Welch John Carrington Director of Children’s Ministry Maria Weedon Director of Youth Ministry Jackie Thompson Nursery Workers Kerry Dawn Green, Director Ashley Malone, Custodian Brian Whitenack Missionary Becky Harrell October Each Tuesday at Noon—Lunch Bunch Study Each Thursday at 6:00 pm Disciple II Study 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 11 13 14 15 16 20 21 22 23 Worship and Trustees UMW Circle Group and Nominating Committee mtg WOW Events Newgate Breakfast & City Wide Clean up World Communion Sunday Book Club Growth & Nurture LeTourneau University Free Health Fair and Rockn’ J 4-H Community mtg CPR Class Pastor and Staff Appreciation Sunday and UMM Breakfast Finance UMW General meeting Mission Workday Laity Sunday and Go Group Endowment Committee mtg and Called Admin. Council Missions Check Sunday’s bulletin for updates! Tuesday, October 23rd 6:00 pm Olive Garden All ladies of the church and friends are invited to attend our monthly meeting for some girl time and fellowship. Please call the church office by noon so we will know how many to setup for. Thursday, October 25 Prayer Concerns We are called to pray for each other (James 5:16). Listed below are those people we are aware of who need our prayers. If there are others you know about please fill out a prayer request card located in the pews or call the church office (903) 753-4825. Please keep in mind when adding someone to our prayer list, that you have their permission to do so. Home From the Hospital / Out Patient / or to Rehabilitation Joyce Irvin — Hospice Care Dortha Elliott—Highland Pines Beth Dennis-Home THANK YOU!!!! Thank you to all of you who were so generous in your donations to our fundraiser at Christ Fest. We are pleased to announce that we have raised enough money to purchase our keyboard and proceed with our Music Ministry. We could not have done this without you. Winterfield Youth Concerns for Members & Constituents Anonymous Members Jackie & Morgan Chapman Beth and Troyce Dennis Nancy Dewey Billie Duncan Helen Everett Daisy Head Joyce Irvin Pat Lehrling Marilyn McClain Sandra McGregor & Family Shirley Patterson Mary Sandberg MaryAnn Spier Jeannie Wallace Windy Weaver Our New Building Norma Boddie Matthew Cole Dale Dewey Tony DiBella Dortha Elliott Marcus Gross Jess Ingram Jamie Koon Richard Mann Norma McCullough & Family Karen Munn Virginia Russell Matthew Satterwhite Grady Tallent Jim Ware Winterfield UMC UPCOMING EVENTS AND DETAILS Sept 30 Youth Sunday Oct. 6 City Wide Clean-up Oct 13 Corn Maize (Dixie Maze—Shreveport) Oct. 27 Youth will be having two booths at Fall Fest. Also - the Flamingos are coming in October! See Youth or Jackie Thompson for order forms. Watch bulletin insert for more info. Nov. 9th - Cardboard Box City - Fundraiser for LIHN - if someone wants to sponsor one of our youth or need more information they can contact me. Concerns for Family and Friends (Due to space, names will only appear once in the newsletter) Howard Jones Alan Perkins Scurlock Family Glenna Smelley Brenda Nelson Carolyn Peterman Jay Sinterfeit & Family Shelton Weathersby Praise and Joy Sheila Satterwhite and Steve Hickeson who were married Saturday, September 1, 2012 Deepest Sympathy to the Family & Friends of….. Wilma Jean (Billie) Richardson-Clark W. B. “Burley” McCulloch, Jr. Chuck McGregor Serving Our Country Dana Armantrout Chris Briggs Peter Johnson Brandon Neely Stefan Shaffer Jonathan Taylor Marcus Bennett Jeff Holland Jonathan McCarter Stephen K. Russell Jeffery Smitherman Ruth Younger Please keep us updated on those currently serving and those going into active duty. This list is for all family and friends of our Winterfield family. WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY Sunday, October 7th CPR CLASS Saturday, October 13th 10 am—3 pm Because we care about the safety and well being of the young children that is in our care during nursery time, we are providing a CPR training class for our staff and members who like to be trained and certificated in CPR. This class is only $40 per person. We ask that you please call the church office to reserve your spot by Monday, October 8th. Bring a sack lunch and snacks to cut down on the cost of this event. CHARGE CONFERENCE Winterfield will be hosting our Annual Charge Conference on Thursday, November 1st at 6:00 pm. We will need set up the Fellowship Hall for a light dinner and provide cover dishes. If you would like to assist in this event, please call the church office for more details. JOB WANTED Jesse Green is looking for odd fall and winter jobs to do around your house. She is willing to rake leaves, put out Halloween, fall and Christmas decorations. Cleaning jobs, water plants and pet sitting during your holiday vacation. Jesse is homeschooled, so timeframe is workable around your schedule. Call 903-220-9369 for pricing and details. We are in need of a Nursery Worker. If you or someone you know would be interested in helping care for our newborn – 4 years olds, please stop by and visit our Nursery Director, Kerry Dawn Green. This is a paid position and you need to be able to work Sundays, Wednesdays, some holidays and meeting times when needed. Reliable transportation a must. Must be 18 years or older and a background check is required. From Our Financial Secretary Frances Day FINANCIAL REPORT—AUGUST BUDGET Contributions Expenses ACTUAL $ 34,417 $ 34,417 $ 32,890 $ 33,630 Special Offerings: Asbury House $156 Newgate $ 10 Longview Community Ministries $292 Campaign Commitment to date $ 90,030 Current Mortgage Balance $432,288 ATTENDANCE AT WINTERFIELD WORSHIP SERVICE—September 09/02 09/09 09/16 09/23 183 191 163 184 Communion Sunday Winterfield On Wednesday’s and Fellowship Dinners A member recently made a comment that they wished we had more “Fellowship Dinners” like what was done in the past. A covered dish social once a quarter, where everyone came together to visit and catch up on things in the life of the church and in the life of their friends. Afterwards, I started working on getting together something for our WOW dinner and realized that instead of having a “Fellowship Dinner” each quarter this church is providing one each week with a dinner for you and your family for only $3 a person. You can’t make a covered dish for that amount unless you just open a can of veggies. Our WOW program on Wednesday night is open to all members and guest of our church, it’s not just a night for kids, but for all of God’s children. We offer time for fun, food and great Fellowship. A time to visit with your church family and get to know each other. Check out what is going on in our after dinner WOW studies below. If one of these studies doesn’t interest you, please suggest one to Becky Canter and she will look into it. But more than anything, come out on Wednesday nights for dinner starting at 6:00 pm. We will be looking for you! WOW ADULT STUDIES WOW! Lots of work has been going on inside of our new building. Insulation and dry wall has been put up and the rooms have taken shape. Plumbing work is still being done. So much is coming together. On Sunday, September 9th the church met for a financial update and a tour of the building. Jack Jennings informed the church that it looks like it will be after the first of the year before we will be able to move into our new building. Lots of work still needs to be done but things are moving along. WOW MEALS FOR OCTOBER 3 UMM Fiesta Night 10 UMW Hamburger/Noodle Casserole 17 Staff Parrish Chef Surprise 24 Seekers Pizza, Salad, Bread and dessert 31 No WOW this evening—Have a safe Halloween! Now till October 3: Forgiveness Finding Peace through Letting Go Rev. Jay Barnes is leading us in Adam Hamilton's newest study called Forgiveness. Hamilton walks readers through the challenges that come with learning to forgive and ask forgiveness. Freedom, grace, reconciliation, and joy are all promised to those who embrace forgiveness. October 10 - November 14: Faithbooking/Album of Hope Movement—Need to pre-register ASAP Supply fee is $50 per person includes • 8x8 Album with pages (12 pages, 24 sides, front & back) • 8x8 Page Protectors (12 protectors – 1 for each page • Paper Stack with 32 double sided papers and 4 sheets of diecut embellishments w/girl and boy themes • Tape Runner dispenser with permanent, photo safe tape • Dual Tip Journaling Pen, Black permanent, photo safe November 28 - December 26: When God Comes Down by James Harmish This Advent study will be lead by Rev. Jay Barnes Jan 9 - March 1: Financial Peace We plan to bring Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University FAITHBOOKING CLASS to WUMC! This is something we have wanted to do for If you are interested in doing an afternoon Faithbooking class several years and with so many exciting things going on at on Wednesday’s at 3:00 pm, contact Becky Canter, 903-238- WUMC, 1213 IS the year! 1149. The lady leading the class would be more than happy to If you have any questions on the studies contact Becky come early and do any afternoon and evening class on the Canter, WOW Program Chair. same dates. Winterfield United Methodist • MOTHER’S DAY OUT PROGRAM The MDO committee is having a silent auction fundraiser during fall fest this year. If you have an item to donate for this please contact Maria Weedon, Regina McWhorter or Kerry Dawn Green. Here are a few things that have already been donated for the Auction, still looking for more items: * A ring donated by Glenda Perkins * Wall Art by Reflections Designs * Jewelry by Paparrazzi Jewelry * Scentsy products * Thirty-one product * 6 month Longview News Journal subscriptions * restaurant gift card * Chicken Spaghetti by B&B * Cake * Dessert by Carla Lammert * Flora Arrangement by Casa Flora * Spa package by BeautiControl • Winterfield is now participating in the Scholastic book club. Scholastic orders earn us points to use towards books for the upcoming MDO program library and/or classrooms. If you would like to order books for your children or grandchildren, please stop by the nursery for an order form. You can also order a book to donate to the program or make a donation for the books in honor or in memory of someone. FALL BAZAAR (benefits Mother's Day Out) Saturday, November 17th 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Vendor booths available $25 Booths w/ electricity $30 Booth includes 1 table and 2 chairs extra table $5, depending on availability. Vendor forms are located in the church office and around the church building. If you or someone you know would like to join this Bazaar, please send them a form. Does not have to homemade items and crafts. For more info contact Kerry Dawn Green or the church office. Bruce and Joyce Scoggins 1807 Hughey D LGV 75601 903-753-3169 [email protected] Joined August 26, 2012 10 COMMANDMENTS OF PARENTING (1) Never call your child a bad name. Speak respectfully to your child. Most of the time, if you speak respectfully to your child, he or she will learn to speak respectfully to you. (2) Do not compare your child to another child, weather it is a sibling or another child. Each individual child has her or his gifts and talents and challenges. Celebrate each child’s talents. Help your child overcome his or her challenges by gently reminding him or her that perhaps that is not the best way to act. One way of encouraging your child to do better is simply by saying in a kind voice, “I know you can do better than that.” (3) Watch that language! As adults, we live in a world that uses inappropriate language frequently. We hear it on TV, in the car, or in normal conversation. However, as a parent, your child will listen to the words you use and will respect them. Use words that speak kindly to others (including your children) - and to God. Show love an respect to God, and your child will also. (4) Show your child that you love and respect God by going to church and Sunday school on Sunday. God should be the number one priority in your family’s life. Going to church comes before sports and other activities. Helping your child develop a faithful lifestyle will help her or him much more than winning a soccer game! (5) Treat your own parents with love and respect. If you are fortunate enough to have your parents still alive, keep your relationship with them viable, and let your child be a part of it, if it is possible. Call, send greetings and if possible, visit. Let your child witness you showing respect and caring for your own patents. (6) Do not kill. While this may seem like a simple law, because you do not kill others, this commandment means to show respect for life. Show respect for your own life by taking care of yourself physically. Take care of your child’s health as well. If there are animals in the household, encourage your child to participate in their care. (7) Show love and respect your partner. Your child will witness that love and respect, and hopefully, he or she will do the same thing when he or she is married. Loving each family member is not an easy task because we are all human, but asking God to be a part of our family’s life is a way to begin. God will be with you to help you in the process. (8) Do not steal. Very few of us openly steal, but we often steal in small ways. Perhaps you have tried to pay less for something, arguing with a store clerk—your child might have witnessed this. Learn to be honest and fair in all your dealings. Remember to be the person that you would like your child to grow up to be. (9) Do not lie. Don’t lie to your child. The child, however young, will properly be able to catch you in your lies. Be honest and forthright in your dealings with others and with your child. Of course, there will be situations which are not appropriate for your child to know about or for you to openly discuss, but there is no need to lie about them. Simply tell the child that is something she or he does not need to worry about. (10) Be happy and gratefully for what you have. Explain to your child that you have much to be thankful for, and express your gratitude to God in front of your child. Do not covet the new cars or technological devises your neighbors or others have. Show appreciation for what you are able to have, and teach your child stewardship by taking care of your resource. Kerry Blackwood Oh No…. It’s Pink Flamingos!! Caldwell Zoo in Tyler just announced the arrival of some new additions to the zoo. The Chilean flamingos have been nesting and laying eggs in recent months. After spending time in the zoo’s incubator to assure the safety of the eggs and the unborn chicks they were returned to their parents for hatching. If you go to the zoo, you will see the cute fluffy white flamingo chicks running around. Did you know that it could take up to a year for the new flamingos it reach their full pink color? A new Chilean Flamingo at the Caldwell Zoo. Photo taken from the Caldwell Zoo website. caldwellzoo.com Since the arrival of new flamingos over in Tyler, it seems that some Pink Flamingos have once again migrated to the youth room! The Youth are trying to keep them under control, but they are eager to get out and enjoy our East Texas weather! If you would like to help us, you may make a donation and choose a yard for our pink feathered friends to hang out in! If a flamingo lands in your yard, no worries, a donation to the “Flamingo Recovery Team” (FRT) and a new address will move them on their way! Or a donation could be made to insure a “Flamingo Free Zone” . This is costly because your house could actually be a money maker for the Youth, so donate BIG! Get in on the fun and help the Youth raise funds for mission trips, community projects and other youth activities. “You’ve Been Pinked!” forms are in Sunday School rooms, around the church or contact a Youth member. Make checks payable to: WUMC and in memo put “PINK”. Return forms and money to a youth member or our Youth Director, Jackie Thompson. For more info call 903-738-5986.