Third Sunday of Easter

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1 Rayne MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH for 142 years shining the light of God s love and grace 3900 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana We Welcome All! We warmly welcome all to worship on Sundays at 8:45 or 11 am and Sunday School at 9:45 am, to participate freely in the life of this community of faith and love, and to become a member of this congregation. Rayne welcomes and embraces all people regardless of race, class, gender, or sexual orientation with open hearts, open minds, and open doors! Sunday Worship at 8:45 and 11 am April 11, 2018 Third Sunday of Easter Message by Jay Hogewood and Adam Bradley Abracadabra: Less Incantation, More Incarnation UPCOMING EVENTS Text: Acts 5:12-16 ~ Wednesday, April 11: Two (three week) Evening Studies to be offered in April (see page 2) for exciting details! ~ Sunday, April 15: The Caring for Creation Committee presents a bike clinic ~ Friday, April 20: RECP Jazz Fest, at Epiphany House ~ Sunday, April 22: Earth Day and Ride Your Bike to Worship The Lord s Supper at 8:45am in the historic Sanctuary with musicians Marcus St. Julien, Piano, Randall Bunnell and Ebonee Davis. Worship at 11 am in the historic Sanctuary with the Chancel Choir conducted by C. Leonard Raybon and Marcus St. Julien, Organist. ~ Sundays, April 22, 29: Want to learn about Methodism? Need a refresher? Join us for Methodism 101! Welcome to Rayne! Grat & Amanda Parsons joining on April 8, 2018 A New Newsletter Is Coming Soon Rayne will be introducing our new bi-weekly newsletter starting on April 25th. If you are interested in becoming part of the Rayne community, please contact Pastor Jay Hogewood at or by jay@raynenola.org. Keep checking your for updates and enews on the weeks in-between!

2 Upcoming Events Evening Classes APRIL 11, 18, 25 at 6-7pm Climate Justice: A Scriptural Study of Ecological Stewardship Led by Pastor Jay and Josh Easton Friendship Room (Room 108) This study will encourage you to seek climate justice and challenge you to make climate justice a reality in the world today. Grounded in Scripture, this study offers hope and move to action as we transform our relationship with God, each other, and earth. Teach Me to Pray: A Practical Study of Prayer in Our Lives Pastor Marissa and Nancy Hopkins Library (Room 107) Prayer doesn t just look one way. It can be quiet or loud, still or busy, and so much more! For three weeks we will talk about what it means to pray, what impact prayer makes on ourselves and the world, and explore different types of prayer practices. Caring for Creation Committee Presents: Sunday, April 15, after 11am Service Bring your bike to the pop-up bike clinic for adjustments or minor repairs in the Circle Drive. Kevin Horne to take advantage of the clinic or with specific questions about your bike: kevin.kphorne@gmail.com Sunday, April 22, Earth Day Keep your car parked for the day and enjoy the wonders of nature while helping to limit your environmental impact. Ride your bike to Worship and leave it with the valet in the Circle Drive, so you don't need to worry about bringing a bike lock but please do wear a helmet. The pastors will be performing a blessing of the bicycles following the 11 am service. Methodism 101 All you ve ever wanted to know about our Wesleyan roots! Please join in a time of conversation (and lunch), Sundays, April 22nd and 29th 12:15 to 1:30pm Rayne s Epiphany House. Together we ll learn more about holy living, United Methodist social principles, and our colorful history of how the Holy Spirit enlivens us for ministry and mission. RSVP to Pastor Jay jay@raynenola.org. Book Sale & Signing By Arleen Cerbone Faustina April 15 A debut novel by former Rayne UMC and Chancel Choir member, A Little Gumbo in Her Face explores how the power of family and place deeply affects ordinary lives, while introducing readers to the Louisiana Creoles and their unique place in American society and culture. Rayne will receive 40% of the proceeds from the sale of the books. Prime Timers Luncheon Wednesday, April 25 At Noon in the Fellowship Hall Guest speaker is Bob Carr, Author of The Packard Limousine: A Boy s Journey During the Great Depression RSVP $6 Members $7 Guests $1 goes to Luke s House A FOUR WEEK INTERFAITH PROGRAM 6-7:30pm Dinner Provided (Please RSVP to each session) May 2, Temple Sinai ( ) May 9, St. Charles Ave Baptist ( ) May 16, Rayne Memorial ( ) May 23, Temple Sinai ( )

3 Opportunities for Service Give What You Can: Your Time and Your Cans! Lend a Can The Mission Team is asking the Rayne community to pick up one of the reusable bags and return it on the first Sunday of each month filled with canned goods to share with those needing assistance. Lend a Hand Food will be distributed twice a week (Mondays from 11am-1pm and Thursdays from 4-6pm) from the General Taylor St. door. If you re interested in volunteering go pick a time at april to lend a hand as we expand our food pantry to better serve our neighbors! Name That Pantry We are looking for a name for our new and improved food pantry. If you re the creative type, whip up a name by May 1 and it to Pastor Marissa marissa@raynenola.org. Spring Lay Servant School Friday April 20, 5-9pm and Saturday April 21, 8am-3pm At St. Matthew s UMC If you re interested in getting more involved or becoming a lay servant in the UMC, these classes are for you! For more information, nancy.hopkins@raynenola.org. This Spring the courses include: Basic, UM Polity, Teaching Adults, and Leading Worship. And PBJ 5:30 pm! Children s Choir Continues on Wednesdays, April 11, 18 & 25 at 6 pm. For more information, natalie.derham@raynenola.org Crescent City Café This young adult ministry, compelled by the love of Christ, serves a gourmet breakfast restaurant-style with dignity and grace to those in need twice monthly. The next café will be Saturday, April 21, 8 am, in the Fellowship Hall. To donate or volunteer, go to Comfort Food The Salt Team will prepare a meal in the kitchen after worship on Sunday, April 22, to be served on Tuesday, April 24, at The Open Table. To join the Salt, Pepper, Spice, or Tabasco Team, susie.vanderkuy@raynenola.org. The Open Table Servers are welcome at the Open Table! If you would like to serve Comfort Food, join us at 2700 Louisiana Avenue on Tuesday, April 24, at 3 pm. Tickets are on sale now! RECP JAZZ FEST April 20, :30pm -6:30pm Featuring Ivan Neville and the Big 6 Brass Band Burgers from Burgers Ya Heard Food Truck will be for sale. Vendor tables are also available for purchase! Very MUCH Needed at the Donation Station Hotel-sized amenities: soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotions, toothpaste, toothbrushes, as well as razors, reading glasses, and bandaids.

4 Opportunities for Spiritual Growth BIBLE, BREAKFAST, BEATITUDES Saturday, April 14 at 9 am Meeting at the Epiphany House Meet with the community of Rayne men for fellowship and food as we study Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5. All men are welcome! Young Adult Bible Study Mondays from 6:30-8 pm Youth Room #219 What Makes You Happy Everybody wants to be happy. But for many, despite our best efforts, happiness remains elusive. What about you? What makes you happy? In this 6-part, DVD-based study, Atlanta-based pastor Andy Stanley reveals what makes you happy. He explores the three things all happy people have in common. Then he goes on to describe how these three things can be realities for you as well. This study will be led by Carrie Parris and Carrie Stuckwisch. Church Yard Sale and Bake Sale Saturday, May 12 Save the Date! Save the date for our first ever Rayne 20/30 church yard and bake sale on Saturday, May 12 in Rayne's Circle Drive to benefit the Crescent City Cafe. We'll need lots of volunteers, item donations, and baked goods. Mark your calendars, and Stay tuned for more details! MOMS BIBLE STUDY Thursday, April 12, 6:30 pm, Meeting at the Epiphany House Convene with other mothers on a monthly basis. For information please Holly Flora Meck at hflora@tulane.edu WILDERNESS CLASS Sundays, 10 am, Friendship Room #108 Continues with the study PAINTING THE STARS. All are welcome! CLASSES HOSTED BY THE SCL The Heart of Centering Prayer by Cynthia Bourgeault Continues on Wednesdays at Advent House from 11:30am-1pm Continues at Rayne's Epiphany House, and continues on Wednesdays from 6-7pm, with Centering Prayer at 5:30pm SACRED YOGA ON THURSDAYS Sacred Yoga at 9:30 am, followed by Circle Trust at 10:30 am The Thursday morning groups will take place at Rayne s Epiphany House (3924 St. Charles Avenue). All friends and Rayne members are welcome! UPCOMING WORKSHOPS April 21 May 20 Evolutionary Love at Munholland UMC, with Sister Janet Franklin & Rev. Janet Davis Compassion Cultivation: Intro Workshop with William Thiele For more information: william.thiele56@gmail.com FAITHWORKS CLASS Sundays, 10 am, Meeting at the Epiphany House This class continues a study of Life Lessons: Books of 1 & 2 Peter by Max Lucado. This study is a great opportunity to learn about these lesser known books of the New Testament. FaithWorks class plans to attend Act of God starring Bryan Batt on Sunday, May 27, 3 pm, at Le Petit Theatre. Other classes and groups are welcome to join us for the finale performance. Check out the website for tickets and information: GRACE CLASS & ONE IN THE SPIRIT CLASS Sundays, 10 am, Library, Room #107 Continues with An Altar in the World by Barbara Brown Taylor. This new study is open to anyone who wants to join. The class has a nice mixed, age group that is growing through some great, weekly discussions! GRATITUDE CLASS Sundays, 10 am, Meeting at the Epiphany House The current study continues, What Makes a Hero? The Death- Defying Ministry of Jesus by Matt Rawle. The author shows how Jesus turned the concept of a hero on its head.

5 Sundays 5-7 pm Youth Fellowship 5-6:30 pm Women s Covenant Group* Each Week At Rayne Mondays 1 pm Staff Meeting 6 pm Ministry Meetings 6:30 pm Rayne 20/30 for Young Adults 6:30 pm AA Meeting Tuesdays 12 pm Brown Bag Covenant Group 1 pm Intercessory Prayer Group 3 pm Open Table (at Mt. Zion UMC) 5:30 pm Luke s House Medical Clinic 6:30 pm Covenant Group (off-site) Wednesdays 5:30 pm Centering Prayer* 6 pm Children s Choir (seasonal) 6 pm Wednesday Classes (seasonal) 7 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal 7:30 pm Overeaters Anonymous Thursdays 9:30 am Sacred Yoga* 7 pm Gamblers Anonymous Meeting 6:30 pm Luke s House Medical Clinic 7 pm Al-Anon/AA Meetings Saturday 9 am STAIR Tutoring *Notes activities at the Epiphany House Upcoming Meetings Monday, April 16, 6 pm Board of Trustees Tuesday, April 17, 6 pm Active Shooter Safety Training Wednesday, April 18, 6 pm RECP Board Meeting Monday, April 23, 6 pm Finance: Cancelled Announcement Rayne has recently joined Touro Bouligny Security District Metro Security provides security in the Touro Bouligny area. If you would like an escort to your car at night or have any issues, please give them a call at Rayne Pledge Report 201 Pledges for Pledges for , ,127 Contribute to Rayne: Online at Use your smart phone to open your own account with the church for making contributions and viewing your giving record or text giverayne to Let Us Pray For for Parker Schneidau, Webster Dauzat, D. Demond, George Arceneaux, III, Glen Ford, Bryan Slate, George & Judy Mastainich, Leale Slate, James Allen, Bee Norris, and Brock Hopkins. We Share the Sorrow of ReNae Kowalewski and her family in the loss of her mother, Floy Marie Richardson. of Claire Biedenharn and her family in the loss of her husband, Jim. TRICENTENNIAL INTERFAITH SERVICE Tuesday, April 17, 2018, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Once again, St. Louis Cathedral will host civic, community and faith leaders to celebrate the rich history and diversity of New Orleans by bringing together peoples of different religious traditions. The service will celebrate the Christian, Jewish, Islamic faith traditions, as well as the indigenous peoples of Louisiana. RAYNE YOUTH Find a connection with friends, faith, food, fun, and fellowship! Sunday, April 15th Third Sunday of Easter Acts 3:12-19 Psalm 4 1 John 3:1-7 Luke 24:36b-48 All youth attending the Mission Trip this summer and their parents need to attend a meeting following the 11:00am service to review itinerary and get forms notarized. The meeting should take 30 minutes and there will be snacks! Saturday, April 21st Look out for the youth newsletter for a volunteer opportunity with Trinity Christian Community Center!