Salisbury District May 9, 2018 Volume 7 Issue 9 T o Sharing Life e t h e r CONGRATULATIONS ST. BARNABAS AWARD WINNERS Alphonso and Joan Collins and Lenora Collins St. Andrews UMC - Upper Hill Inside This Issue: Macedonia UMC 2 Whaleyville UMC Spaghetti & Music Trinity - Spring Family Weekend St Luke UMC Men-Womens Day St James UMC Denim & Pearls Union UMC Walkathon 16 19 22 23 24 The Back Home Ministry known as Mr. and Mrs. Alphonso and Joan Angel Collins and sister to Alphonso, Lenora Collins, were born and raised in Upper Hill, MD and have been members of St. Andrews UMC since they were children. All three of them moved to the Washington D.C. area about 20 years ago where they are employed and still reside. However, two weekends every month for the past 20 years, they travel together to the Upper Hill community (300 miles round trip per weekend) for Sunday worship, and to serve in ministries and outreach to their church and community. When they enter Upper Hill on Fridays, they are committed and eagerly begin serving in their Pictured above with Alphonso, Angel and Lennie are (l-r) Rev. Carroll Fields, DS Rev. Fred Duncan, Bishop Peggy Johnson, and Conference Lay Leader Yvonne Jackson. Continued on Page 3 Being the Hands and Feet of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ
Bishop Johnson is praying for the Salisbury District this week (May 6-12)! Joys and concerns can be shared with Bishop Johnson at pjohnson@epaumc.org. Clergy Connection Thurs, May 24 12:00 Noon - 2:00 pm St Paul s UMC 405 Flower Street Berlin, MD In The... Transforming Lives Through Jesus Christ To lead people to become fully devoted followers of our Lord and Savior. Mission Statement Macedonia UMC 10802 Riley Roberts Road Dames Quarter, MD Rev. Deangelo Tony Johnson
Continued from Page 1 various leadership positions, in their gifts and talents, ministries and in worship. This is how they invest their time to God and the church. One would think that when they moved to the Washington area, they would find another church in their community but neither, gas prices, inclement weather, traffic, bridge delays or fatigue hinders their love for God and their home church and family. They are committed tithers, and lovingly encourage others to reach that level of faith to trust God and His word with their financial treasures. They have blessed others with personal financial hardships, without hesitation and without boasting. They encourage the church to be financially strong without indebtedness and especially to pay their apportionments. They are very generous not only in the stewardship to others or where a need exists but also in giving of themselves in talent. They are active and faithful to serving as Trustees, SPRC, Administrative Council, reserve lay member to annual conference, church school teachers, worship teams, choirs, dance ministry, men s ministry, sister to sister ministry, ushers, feeding cooked meals to the homeless at Salisbury Urban Ministries, Angel tree prison ministry, Food Bank, door-to-door evangelism in the community, lay servants who they support as worship leaders, and preaching. Each year, they have lead the church in winter clothing drive to the homeless and deliver items not to shelters but to the outdoor areas where they live in the woods or abandoned buildings. Their target prayer concern is the decreasing membership at St. Andrews, as in many churches, and especially in rural areas and with the youth. They actively plan and support evangelism and community outreach, fellowships and activities so that young people and the faithful few will keep their faith in God and family vital, vibrant and alive and share God s love to others beyond the church walls. When asked how do they do it? They humbly respond, God gives us the grace to do it it s a calling and a love that desires to give back to the church, family and Upper Hill community that raised us to know Jesus. We are so indebted in love to Alphonso, Angel, and Lennie to how they equally lead, serve and motivate the people and the church and community to grow and in the spirit and stewardship of St. Barnabas. Learn the Languages of the Bible Trinity United Methodist Church in Salisbury is offering a beginning Biblical Greek and Biblical Hebrew course for layman and ministers. Both courses will be taking a gentle approach to learning these biblical Languages. The cost is just for the textbooks. Both will begin in September but the starting date and time will be determined by the most convenient times for those who enroll. To sign up for one of these classes or to learn more information contact the church office at 410-749-5562 or contact Rev. Dean DeFino 443-735-5326. Rev. George Patterson, Senior Pastor 112 High Street Salisbury, MD
Calendar of Events May 11, 2018 May 12, 2018 May 13, 2018 May 15, 2018 May 16, 2018 May 18, 2018 May 18, 2018 May 18-19, 2018 May 19, 2018 May 20, 2018 May 20, 2018 May 20, 2018 May 22, 2018 May 24, 2018 May 26, 2018 May 26, 2018 May 27, 2018 May 28, 2018 May 29-30, 2018 Stevenson UMC (Berlin) - Crab Cake Dinner 4-6:30 pm (F) Whaleyville UMC (Whaleyville) - Spaghetti Supper with Ernie Evans Singers 4pm (F) Mother s Day Asbury UMC (Salisbury) - Year End Children & Youth Concert 5:30 (C) Order of Elders Meeting - Details to Follow Union UMC (Delmar) - Sub Sale 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (F) Grace UMC (Salis) - All You Can Eat Breakfast 8:00-10:30 am (F) Trinity UMC (Salisbury) - Spring Family Weekend at Trinity s Family Life Center (F) United Methodist Men - May Annual Gathering 9:00 am (F) St Luke UMC (Hebron) - Men & Women s Day 3:00 pm (F) Christ UMC (Salis) - Celebration Choir Concert 3 PM Meal - 4 PM Concert (F) St James (Pocomoke City) - Denim & Pearls Service 3:30 pm (F) Salisbury District Pre-Conference Briefing 7:00-9:00 pm (C) Clergy Connection at St Paul UMC (Berlin) 12 noon - 2:00 pm (C) Union UMC (Delmar) - Walkathon 8:30 am (F) St Luke UMC (Hebron) - Dinner - Chicken, Dumplings & Oysters 11:00 am until (F) Union UMC (Delmar) - Bake Sale After Morning Worship (F) Rockawalkin UMC (Hebron) - Memorial Day BBQ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (F) African American Summit - Sponsored by BMCR (F) May31-Jun2,2018 Pen-Del Annual Conference at UMES in Princess Anne Jun 9, 2018 Jun 9, 2018 Sep 23, 2018 Union UMC (Delmar) - Car & Bike Show 9:30 am - 3:00 pm (F) Mountaire Farms Faith & Family Night at the Shorebirds 6:35 pm (F) Installation Service For District Superintendent Rev. Dr. Rob Townsend (F) - See Flyer in this Newsletter (C) - See Clip in this Newsletter
2018 Annual Conference The Peninsula-Delaware Conference will celebrate their annual conference at UMES in Princess Anne, Maryland on May 31-June 2, 2018. The Theme will be: Leading as Followers of the Way Materials - All information and materials will be available on the Peninsula Delaware Conference website (www.pen-del.org). Click on 2018 Annual Conference on the right side of the screen under Quick Links. Some information is available now with additional info coming as finalized. Preconference materials discs will not be provided. Please download and print material as they become available on the website. Registration - All Clergy, Lay Members and Reserve Lay Members to Annual Conference, and Equalization Members are already registered to attend Annual Conference. (Lay Members and Reserve Lay Members are those listed on your Key Leadership List approved at your Charge Conference - Fall 2017.) Meals and Lodging on Campus - A mailing was sent on Thurs, April 5, to all Clergy, Lay Members and Reserve Lay Members to A/C, and Equalization Members with details about purchasing meal tickets or reserving rooms at the dorm on campus. If you do not want meal tickets or dorm rooms, there is no response needed. Pre-Conference Briefing for Salisbury District Tuesday, May 22 7:00-9:00 pm Zion UMC / Salisbury Korean UMC 31104 Zion Road Salisbury, MD
A Wonderful Clergy Connection at Bates Memorial UMC Thank-you to Rev. Dr. Joe Barth and these lovely ladies for hosting the Clergy connection on April 25 at Bates Memorial UMC in Snow Hill. Your warm hospitality and excellent lunch are both very much appreciated. Pictured above (l-r) are: Gayle Gillespie, Janice Skeeter, Diana Shumate, and Barbara Trader. Beautiful Music at Asbury UMC May 15 at 5:30 pm End of Year Children & Youth Concert Followed By Dinner Rev. Dr. Benita Harris, Pastor 1401 Camden Ave Salisbury, MD LIKE us on Facebook! Salisbury District of the Peninsula- Delaware Conference
Just Sharing... There's no shadow You won't light up Mountain You won't climb up Coming after me Reckless Love Corey Asbury CCLI 296167 I couldn't earn it I don't deserve it Still You give yourself away Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God One of Life s Little Lessons... Anyone can find the dirt in someone. Be the one who finds the gold. Please share your events and activities at your church. E-mail/send/call your info, flyers, etc. to: salisburydistrict@comcast.net or call 410-749-3331
God is Everywhere The Whole World is Full of His Glory Isaiah 6:3 This handsome guy was photographed by Wayne Calloway (Ayres UMC, Pittsville). Thanks, Wayne, great shot! Camera People!! We need your help! God is all around us and in our busyness we don t often stop to appreciate what He has given us. If you have a picture of something that you feel is a beautiful gift from God, please share it by e-mailing it to: salisburydistrict@comcast.net Please let us know your name and church and where you took your picture. Be creative! NEWSLETTER If you or anyone that you know would like receive the District Newsletter by e-mail, please call the district office (410-749-3331) or send the e-mail address to: salisburydistrict@comcast.net
A Note of Appreciation from SUM A special thank you to Melson UMC, Delmar and St John's UMC, Fruitland for agreeing to volunteer on short notice to prepare and serve lunch at God's Kitchen on Saturday, April 28. Volunteer Coordinator Priscilla Jackson reported it turned out to be a wonderful day with an abundance of volunteers and well fed guests. To top it off, it was great weather in the morning for the Maryland Food Bank s food drop held at Grace UMC. Blessings were showered on God's Kitchen. Thanks be to God! Corn Bread Donations Need Grace UMC will be serving lunch on Saturday, May 15 and would appreciate donations of cornbread to be served with lunch. To donate cornbread please contact Priscilla Jackson, 410-845-9248.
If you have had a special event at your church, send a couple of pictures to the Salisbury District Office. We would love to share your events in the District Newsletter. E-mail to: salisburydistrict@comcast.net
2018 Mileage Rates According to the IRS, the 2018 standard rate for miles driven for the following purposes is: 54.5 cents per mile for business miles driven 18 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes 14 cents per mile driving in service of charitable organization SUNDAY OUTDOOR INFORMAL WORSHIP SERVICE Beginning May 27 through September, 8:30 a.m., Bethany United Methodist Church Front Lawn, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, MD 21811. (Route 611 at Snug Harbor Rd.) Bring your lawn chair or blanket. For information, contact 410.641.2186 or bethany21811@gmail.com
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Mark your calendars, save the dates... We have an AWESOME 2 days of Christian special events coming for our Trinity families & friends! Friday May 18 & Saturday May 19, we have the Spring Family Camping Weekend w/ "Old Fashioned Church Revival & Picnic on the Lawn" to be held at our Family Life Center. These activities are open to our entire Congregation, as well as extended families, friends, and guests. Everyone is welcome to any or all of these special events: Fri 4-6pm - Campers, RV's, and Tents of all sizes welcome to set up for overnight camp - decorate your spaces and get ready for the FUN Fri 730pm - Country Style BBQ with burgers & dogs. Enjoy the Sunset! Fri 830pm - Our new Fire Pit will be blazing, it's a Classic Hymn Sing, kick back around the fire. Fri 930pm - Bible Study by Candle-Light under the Pavilion Sat 8am - Early morning Walk around the property. Sat 8-10am - Coffee & Donuts Social at the Retreat House. Sat 9am - Let the Games begin!! Youth GAGA Ball tournament, Basketball in full play Sat 930am - Bibles & Bows Exhibition, kids invited to pop balloons and see our Archery Team in action Sat 11am - "Old Fashioned Church Revival & Family Picnic on the Lawn" - an amazing hour of Power Worship @ the NEW Pavilion. Preaching, Singing, Solos, & Community Prayer. Any questions, contact David Hooper @ 443.397.6881 (rdavidhooper97@gmail.com ) or church office at 410-749-5562 Bring a dish for the Potluck Picnic and of course, there will be a Dessert Competition! Bring a lawn chair too!! Everybody - let's bring a Friend! Invite someone to come, enjoy, and see the great things going on at Trinity s Family Life Center. FUN. FAMILY. FELLOWSHIP.
Position Available Director of Music Ministry Rockawalkin UMC in Hebron, MD is looking to hire a Director of Music Ministry. This is a part-time position. Primary responsibilities are playing for worship (piano or organ preferred), directing the choir, working with the Praise Band and Crossroads Worship Team, selecting the music for worship and working with the Worship Team to set the vision for future worship. Please send requests for information or interest in the position to rockawalkinumc@verizon.net or call the office at 410-742-6975. If you would like to receive the weekly Conference Newsletter, please let Charlotte in the Salisbury District Office know your e-mail address. It s a blessing to stay connected!!
Clergy Excellence The Center for Clergy Excellence (CCE) is a Pecometh initiative focused on outstanding spiritual leadership for Clergy in the conference. Our Renewal Track program starts its next cohort this August! The core element is a series of three 4-day, 3-night retreats. Each retreat combines spiritual formation and professional development designed to renew and re-tool. A primary emphasis will be on experiences that are translatable to and repeatable in one's own ministry setting. The dates for the inaugural cohort are: August 6-9, 2018, January 7-10, 2019, and May 13-16, 2019. The retreats will be held at Pecometh s Riverview Retreat Center and will cost $399 each, double occupancy ($573 per retreat, single occupancy). Participants are encouraged to cover the cost using their continuing education allowances of $800 per year. 2.0 CEU's are awarded for each retreat. For more information and to register, visit our website at https://www.pecometh.org/renewal-track, or contact Rev. Megan Shitama Weston at 410-556-6900 x104 or by e-mail at megan@pecometh.org. Pen-Del Summer Kickoff June 16 Friends & Family Camp July 27-29 www.pecometh.org Clergy Pension & Insurance Payments Due 15th of the Month Arrearages occur after the 15th.
P S A L M S You have made known to me the path of life; you will lift me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. Psalm 16:11 Salisbury District Office Peninsula-Delaware Conference salisburydistrict@comcast.net 211A Phillip Morris Drive Salisbury, MD 21804 410-749-3331 District Superintendent Rev. Fred Duncan District Administrator Charlotte Hastings Office Hours M-T 8:00am - 4:00 pm Fri - Closed Next Newsletter May 23, 2018 Salisbury District Office Will be closed on Monday, May 28 In Celebration of Memorial Day