September 2017 Edition Volume 2017 Issue 9 Life Together A word from Pastor Jeff In the Book of Genesis we find two independent statements about the creation of humankind. Genesis 1 has the story of humankind simply made all at once in the image of God: 26 Then God said, Let us make humankind[c] in our image, according to our likeness;. 27 So God created humankind[e] in his image, in the image of God he created them;[f] male and female he created them. Inside this issue Women s News 2 UMCOR 3 September Events 4&5 Habitat & Preschool 6 Youth 7 Children s Ministry 8&9 Our Church Family 9 Birthdays & Anniversaries 10 Flipping to Genesis 2 we find the first man, Adam created and then Eve second. Of course, both passages teach us something. Genesis 1 teaches us that we are made in God s image. Genesis 2 informs us that it is not good for us to be alone, thus God creates Eve to be a companion for Adam. So we have two important concepts at the very beginning of our Scriptures: 1. We are image bearers of the Living God. 2. We are made for each other. So, we have here the makings for what we might call, Life Together. We are all made in the image of God and we need to be with each other. I want you to be familiar with the terminology Life Together because we are going to be creating new opportunities as well as highlighting/promoting existing ones as ways that we can experience this Life Together. Some FALL Highlights We will begin a brand new concept of learning together as we offer Table Talks immediately following the 8:45 service each Sunday. Table Talks will be a time to discuss the sermon of the day with an end toward application with an opportunity to meet and share with some other folks. In the Month of September, we will meet EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT to eat a meal together. This is a variation over our typical First Wednesday meal. This is a chance to spend some more time breaking bread together. We plan to begin a very short Wednesday worship opportunity with communion in September. Be on the lookout for this. This is in addition to our Wednesday Bible Study Groups and other Bible Studies that will kick off. Additionally DIRT (Children s Ministry) and GOOD SOIL (Middle School Youth) is kicking off its new season in September. So, why are we working so hard on this? As a program staff, we recognize that we need to be deliberate in developing and sharing our LIFE TOGETHER. So, you are invited to find yourself in a new way as we go into the fall, joining together as brothers and sisters in Christ. Peace ~ Pastor Jeff September Volume 2017 No. 9
Women s News CHURCH STAFF Pastor: Rev. Jeff Coppley jeff@maplesprings.org x 403 Associate. Pastor: Rev. Gary Mahathey gary@maplesprings.org x 404 Associate Chinese Pastor: Rev. Vicky Deng vicky@maplesprings.org x 413 Office Manager: Betsy Bechtel betsy@maplesprings.org x 402 Coordinator of Children & Family: Mary Taylor Setliff marytaylor@maplesprings.org x 405 Coordinator of Youth and Food Pantry Ministries: Scott Andree-Bowen scott@maplesprings.org x 434 Connecting Ministries: Erin Moses erin@maplesprings.org x 408 Director of Traditional Music: Jayson Snipes jayson@maplesprings.org x 410 Women In The Word Tuesday Morning Bible Study Tuesdays 9:30am 11:00am Liquid Room (C23) All women are invited to join us on Tuesday mornings, as we study Andy Stanley's DVD study "Christian, It's Not What you Think". According to Andy Stanley, the words used to describe Christians today often bear no resemblance to what Jesus wanted his followers to be known for. In this 8- part series you will learn: * What one word should be descriptive of every Christian * How Jesus followers should treat those who are outside the faith * Why people love Jesus but can't stand his followers For further information contact SueEllen Thomas 336-922-6287 or email her at sthomasrn@hotmail.com. Finance Director: A.Q. Cook aq@maplesprings.org x 406 Finance Assistant: Lisa Aldhizer lisa@maplesprings.org x439 Music Ministries: Beth Juran beth@maplesprings.org x 417 Coordinator of Weekday School: Melicent Hammaker preschool@maplesprings.org 722-6924 x 409 Director of Contemporary Music: Jerry Chapman jerry@maplesprings.org Organist & Director of Contemporary Program Director: Dennis Raley Audio Technician: Neal Goode Nursery Coordinator: Katherine Hinerman Page 2 15 ladies enjoyed lunch at Vincenzo s in August. Come join us September 5th at Hakkachow. Call the church office and say you ll come! September Volume 2017, No. 9 2569 Reynolda Road Winston Salem, NC 27106 336-722-7563 maplesprings.org
UMCOR The United Methodist Committee on Relief, or UMCOR as it is more commonly called, is the relief agency of the United Methodist Church. Founded originally in 1940 in response to refugee needs arising from World War II, the organization became a permanent part of The United Methodist Church, and addresses the need for relief throughout the world. UMCOR provides humanitarian relief both domestically and internationally. Currently there is a presence in 80 different countries. This is a global response to reach the least of these in very tangible ways. Natural disasters such as earthquakes, tornados, hurricanes will always be a part of our world. There is always a need for our response. Sometimes the needs can seem overwhelming to us. But through our support of UMCOR we are assured that we are making a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Whether it is an earthquake in Haiti or a tornado in Oklahoma, UMCOR is there. We are there as boots on the ground with volunteers and workers. We are there by the distribution of health kits, hygiene kits, and flood buckets. We are there with our financial support. We are assured that 100% of financial donations to a specific need, known as an Advance Special, will go directly to that need. Unlike many other relief agencies UMCOR has historically received an A+ rating from the philanthropic association because of financial efficiency. As a church we support UMCOR through special giving Sundays, such as UMCOR Sunday, previously known as On Great Hour of Sharing. Because the administrative costs are handled through the church what we give to UMCOR goes directly to the specific need for which it is designated. for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me. Matthew 25: 35-36 To learn more about UMCOR and this vital ministry that we are a part of go to www.umcor.org. Have you ever really thought about that cup of coffee you enjoy on Sunday morning? Before the 8:45 service in Craven Hall we have coffee available. We ask for a small donation to help offset cost. The coffee that we provide is Equal Exchange Fair Trade Coffee through the UMCOR Coffee Project. It s just one small way of making a statement that we support small farmers and a living wage for everyone. We can make a difference in a person s life simply by the seemingly small every day choices we make. It s more than a cup of coffee. ~ Pastor Gary Page 3
September Events s September 3rd: Matthew 18:15 September 10th: 2 Timothy 4:2-4 September 17th: Matthew 18: 21-35 September 24th: Matthew 20: 1-16 SEPTEMBER COLLECTIONS Collection boxes are in the lobby off the Sanctuary and Craven lobby. Prison Ministry: The Prison Ministry will be collecting shampoo. For more information about this ministry, please contact Pete Venable at oelkers9@msn.com. Food Pantry: Cereal & canned meat and keep bringing in those grocery bags!!! Come help us out on Tuesdays, Wednesdays of Fridays. For more information, please contact Scott Andree Bowen at scott@maplesprings.org. Sundays, starting September 10th 9:45am 10:45am Craven Hall Anyone and everyone who is not currently a part of a class on Sunday mornings, but would like to be part of a group, is invited. Prompts for discussion and a list of questions for consideration will be available at each table. This will be an opportunity to engage in discussion and dialogue together, to live in unity with each other. For more information, please see one of the Pastors. LADIES LUNCH BUNCH Tuesday, September 5th 11:30am 1:00pm Hakkachow 615 St George Square Ct. ALL women are invited to come for food and fellowship on the first Tuesday of each month. Please call the church office (336-722-7563) to make your reservation or for more information. This month, there will be a 20% gratuity added to your bill automatically. Wednesday Devotions, Prayers & Communion Wednesdays, starting September 6th 6:30pm 7:00pm Sanctuary Join Pastor Gary for a short time of quiet devotion, prayer, and communion at 6:30 in the Sanctuary each Wednesday. For more information, please speak with Pastor Gary Wednesday Adult Study Wednesdays, starting September 6th 4:30pm or 7:00pm Cokesbury Room Pastor Jeff will be leading the study in September based on the book 24/6 by Dr. Matthew Sleeth, which is about Sabbath keeping. For more information, please speak with Pastor Jeff. Page 4
September Events Fellowship Dinners EVERY Wednesday in September 5:30pm 6:30pm Craven Hall $5 for adults and $4 for kids (5th and under) with a family maximum of $20 Sign up in the bulletin or by emailing Mary Taylor at (marytaylor@maplesprings.org) by the Sunday of each week, Sept. 6th Hamburgers, baked beans, potato salad, ice cream or brownie Sept. 13th baked chicken, rice, broccoli & cheese, pineapple upside down cake. Sept. 20th Spaghetti 7 meatballs, salad, dessert Sept. 27th Chicken casserole, green beans, dessert. Financial Peace Sundays, September 10th November 5th 6:00pm 8:00pm Cokesbury Room This life-changing class taught by Dave Ramsey and the Financial Peace University teaching team on video will help you achieve your financial goals by showing you how to eliminate debt, save for the future, and give like never before. You will be challenged and motivated to make a plan for your money and change your family tree forever. The cost of class materials is $100. For more information, contact Lisa Aldhizer 336-722- 7563 ext. 439 or lisa@maplesprings.org. JuBELLation Ringers Rehearsals resume Wednesday, September 6th 6:30pm 7:15pm Bell Room Come Ring With Us! The JuBELLation Ringers handbell choir has openings for the fall! Members of the JuBELLation choir should have some experience with music reading and handbell ringing. For more information, contact Jayson Snipes: jayson@maplesprings.org, Fellowship 4th Fridays 6:30pm 7:30pm Cokesbury Room All single and divorced saints get together for a time of great fellowship, Bible study, games, outings, dinners and more. Come join us for a wonderful time!!! For more information, please contact Desiree Frost (desireefrost@gmail.com) or 412-606-0012. Pumpkins arrive October 1st! Page 5
Habitat & Preschool The mission focus this year at VBS was Habitat for Humanity. Our elementary age kids prepared crosses to be given to new home owners as well as planters. The Wednesday after VBS there were 3 Habitat houses dedicated in Winston-Salem. Mary Taylor, Beth, Pastor Jeff and Pastor Gary attended the dedication and presented the homeowners with a cross and planter. Thanks to Mike Campbell for allowing us to partner in this way! By the time you read this newsletter we will have begun a new school year at the preschool. All our staff are rested and excited about what lies ahead. We know we will enjoy getting to know new children and families as well as reunite with the students already apart of the preschool. We want to minister and love each family God has sent us. Please pray for the staff and the children as they adjust to their new teachers. The first month of preschool we concentrate on learning the personalities of the children and their learning needs. It is so true that we are each one uniquely and wonderfully made by God. ~ Melicent Hammaker Page 6
Youth Good Soil For youth in grades 6 12 I know it is hard to read, but, school is back in session. With the beginning of school comes the beginning of our weekly youth programs. September 6th we will have our first Good Soil meeting of the school year. Any youth who is sixth-eighth grade, come out on Wednesday nights for fun, fellowship and Bible study. For the month of September, we will have dinner every week, so come out at 5:30 for a meal. Good Soil will be spending some time studying the Parables of Christ. In September we will study the Parables of The Growing Seed, The Two Debtors, The Lamp Under a Bushel, The Good Samaritan Monday, September 11 will be the High School's first Psalm Supper. We will be meeting at Alan s Dairy Treats and picking up where we left off. The first Psalm will be Psalm 103 and I will be taking this one. If you wish to take your turn early, September 18th-Psalm 104, September 25th-Psalm 105. Thank you to the 34 youth/parents and adults who joined us on our tubing adventure down the Dan River. There is no better way to get to know people than to float on a slow flowing river for two and a half hours. Upcoming events: September 23rd-Christian Music Day at Carowinds. Leave MSUMC at 10:00 and return later in the evening, time TBD ~ Scott Andree Bowen Over 36 youth and adults went tubing on the Dan River July 30th What a great time of fun and fellowship! Page 7
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Our Church Family MEMORIALS Given to Food Pantry : In memory of Helen Sawyer & Don Wheaton s sister by: Gray & Kay Tuttle. In memory of Helen Teague Sawyer by: Jane Cline, William S. Carpenter, Louise Elesha, Howard & Lois Miller, Carolyn Tillotson, Bob & Doris Moore, Mrs. Phyllis Munday, her sister Miriam T. Lewis and family, and Jerry Helton. In honor of Wally Maultsby & Mrs. And Mrs. Jerry Murray by: Susan Carter Hope Given to the Charles Wesley Society by Pete & Linda Driver Given to the Children s Music Fund In memory of Helen Sawyer by: The Inquirers Sunday School Class and Mr. and Mrs. Oeland Smith. Deaths: Helen Teague Sawyer on August 9th. Food Pantry August was another great month down in the Food Pantry. We averaged 100 people served in a week and it is possible because of the love those volunteers show to their neighbor. And if you donated food, plastic bags or anything else to the Pantry, you were feeding the least of these. This month, we are in need of breakfast cereal and canned meat like tuna, chicken and pork. If you would like to volunteer to serve on Tuesdays or Wednesdays from 8:45-11:00 or 12:45-3:00, please email me at scott@maplesprings.org. Page 10
September Birthdays and Anniversaries 1 Dustin Easter 1 Emily Smith 2 Barbara Ernest 2 Deidre Prout 2 Becca Tatum 3 Margaret Farr 3 Charles Craven 3 Adam Hobson 3 Mallory Sunda 4 Emily Johnsrude 4 Savannah Parker 5 Rodger Holley 5 Marie Thomas 5 Drew Nix 6 Diane Tuttle 6 Betsy Bechtel 6 Kathryn Dew 6 Angie Grace 6 Lynn Buccola 7 Donnie Holder 8 Rick Bechtel 8 Roxanne Rothrock 9 Loris Thompson 9 Dalton Cunningham 10 Carolyn Harris 10 Gray Brewer 10 Duane Wilson 10 Duncan Triebert 12 Shawn O'Brien 12 John Mundy 12 Elizabeth Honeycutt 12 Cory Burrough 12 Caitlin Close 13 Fred Lowe 14 Harriet Fetner 14 Julie Brito 14 Michelle Hargreaves 14 Bethany Thomas 15 Chris Anderson 15 Jordan Holliday 16 Marian Greene 16 Linda Byrum 16 Gloria Griggs 16 David Alexander 16 Jim Atkins 17 Susan Collins 17 Derek Wilhelm 17 Caitlin Brogden 18 Ann Lowe 18 Jessica Wallace 19 Sarabeth Beck 20 Bill Wise 20 Bill Talbert 20 David Sawyer 21 Jack Hershel 21 Harvey Huffman 21 Ann Contois 21 Deanna Hoots 21 Savannah Langston 21 Jack Robertson 22 Wanda Hunter 22 Lynn Fox 22 Donna Engrem 23 Kay Tuttle 23 Jan Koerner 23 Gary Snyder 23 Will Berry 23 Chris Green 23 Jonathan Alexander 24 Ruth Wooten 24 Hayes Smith 24 Blake Brenneman 25 Bobby Faulkner 25 Rick Hunter 25 Bradley Venable 26 Kim Alexander 26 Ken Hargreaves 26 Ashley Dalton 26 Ashley Casper 26 Holley Hooks 26 Kharee Samuda 26 Khea Samuda 27 Melissa Carter 28 Katy Boone 28 Anne Burrough 28 Sara Mecham 29 Doris Moore 29 Carol Rembisz 29 Phillip Samuda 30 Norris Jenkins 30 Lain Kimmel 30 Ian Foley 1 Peter & Beth Juran 4 Bob & Letha Huffman 4 David & Dawn Longman 4 Roger & Susann Mayhew 7 Henry & Denise Sturkie 8 Claude & Betty Young 10 Don & Dianne Wheaton 15 John & JoAnn Wooten 16 Ross & Sara Mecham 17 James & Sharon Capps 18 Brett & Elizabeth Moyer 19 Benjamin & Joy Hatch 21 Terry & Robin Hedrick 21 Will & Allison Kelly 23 John & Lisa Pfaff 24 Clinton & Valerie Osborne 24 Oeland & Audrey Smith 25 Joel & Heather Gillette 27 Charles & Audrey Rothrock 28 Fred & Ann Lowe 30 Bradley & Marta Lyon Did we miss your birthday? Please call the church and let us know! Page 11
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