“It’s A Date”
August 19th – Clergy/Educators Picnic
Walkertown Park Shelter, 6:30 p.m.
Walkertown, NC
ajohnson@wnccumc.org
August 21st – Called Annual Conference
Lake Junaluska, 10:00 a.m.
Lake Junaluska, NC
www.wnccumc.org
August 26th – Educators Luncheon
District Office, 12 noon
Winston-Salem, NC
<"a href="mailto:dcooke@wnccumc.org">dcooke@wnccumc.org
August 29th – District Laity Rally
Maple Springs UMC
Winston-Salem, NC
Dean.norman@IDG-Corp.com
September 6th – Labor Day
District Office Closed
September 19th – MAD4X
Youth Event- Fundraiser
The Children’s Home, 3:30 p.m.
Winston-Salem, NC
dcooke@wnccumc.org
September 20th – Charge Conf. begin
District-wide, see attached schedule
ajohnson@wnccumc.org
*New*
On Sept. 19, Stan Shuman will present a special program of Southern Gospel Music at Shiloh UMC, 6496 Baux Mountain Rd. Shuman writes and performs Southern Gospel Music. His songs have been performed by Gold City, The Kingsmen, Danny Funderburk, The Carolina Boys and many other gospel artists. He co-wrote "Midnight Cry" with Greg Day, which was a number one Gospel Song of the Year. Currently, he sings with Danny Funderberk and Mercy's Way. A meal will preceed the program, starting at 6 p.m.. For directions, please visit www.gbgm-umc.org/shilohumcws. The event is free. For more information, Contact church office at 336-776-1070 or email shiloh1@gbgm-umc.org.
“Available for Take-out”
There are several new DVDs in the resource center that can support a journey through United Methodist history.
John Wesley set 18th-century Britain on fire with his open-air preaching. “Encounters with John Wesley” brings to life Wesley’s search for faith, his tireless traveling, opposition he faced and his single focus “to do what good I can”. 89 minutes, DOLBY, filmed on location in Bristol, England.
Wesley’s fascinating spiritual struggle is captured in “Wesley: A Heart Transformed Can Change the World”. Follow Wesley’s journey across the stormy seas to the colony of Georgia where he fails as an evangelist. Newly humbled, he returns to England in search of genuine faith and the discovery of God’s grace. 117 minutes, DOLBY, filmed on location in Winston-Salem
“John Wesley” is a re-release of the J. Arthur Rank historical classic made in 1954. This drama begins with his rescue from a burning house as a child through his role in raising the moral and religious climate of 18th century England. 77 minutes
Every 43 hours at least one convicted
sex offender tries to obtain a position
at a youth-oriented nonprofit organization.
This statistic is a result of a 3-year audit
conducted by a major national background
check provider.
"Prayers"
Please remember the following in your prayers:
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Rev. Doug Watts (Sedge Garden UMC) as he recovers from recent hospitalization
- Rev. Don Sides (retired) as he deals with various health issues
- Rev. Steve Martin upon the death of his father, Rev. Dee Bee Martin
CLERGY OPPORTUNITIES
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2010 Convocation and Pastor’s School
“The Living Witness: Tradition, Innovation and the Church”
Join us October 11th-12th, 2010 as we explore the future of Christian witness to God’s unfolding reign in the world alongside Bishop N.T. Wright, journalist and author Andy Crouch, Pastor Rob Bell and Bishop Vashti McKenzie. Visit www.divinity.duke.edu/cps/livingwitness.
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Register Now! Clergy Ethics Seminar
Maple Springs UMC will host this mandatory training for all clergy under appointment, as well as retired elders and deacons, on Thursday, October 7th from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Lunch is included in the $7.00 required registration fee. Register before September 27th to Sandy Hargett, shargett@wnccumc.org.
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Basic Coach Training for Clergy
This workshop will provide a strong introduction to coaching, benefitting clergy and churches. Arbor Acres will host this course on September 15th and 16th. To register contact, Rev. Dr. Patricia Suggs, pksuggs@yahoo.com, or 918-2974. You may also register on-line at weavingyourjourney.com. Cost for one day is $150 and for two is $250.
“Race to Reach Out”
The Winston-Salem District Evangelism Task Force is privileged to have Dr. Doug Anderson of the Bishop Reuben Job Center for Leadership Development with us on April 13th-14th, 2011 for an evangelism training event for clergy and laity. More specific information will be forthcoming but reserve the dates now!
Local Church Announcements:
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Saturday, October 9th, Free Book Fair for Pre-K – 6th grade, Marvin UMC. Bring new or gently used donations to the church, 4401 Indiana Ave. on Wednesdays, 3 to 5 pm.
- Saturday, September 18th, Rent-a-Space Yard Sale, Sedge Garden UMC, 7:00 a.m. to 12 noon, $20 per space, Contact # is 788-2297 to reserve. Tell a friend!
- Tuesday, September 28th, “Sonata for Organ” composed by Dr. Charles Vardell, performed by Ray Ebert at Centenary UMC, 7:00 p.m. Free www.centenaryonline.com or call 397-1343
MAD4X 2010
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH
THE CHILDREN’S HOME CAMPUS
1001 REYNOLDA ROAD, WS
3:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
INFLATABLES, FOOD, FIELD GAMES
WORSHIP WITH “HUDSON”
$5.00 PER PERSON T-SHIRTS $10.00
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE CHILDREN’S HOME
DUNKING BOOTH - $1 EACH BALL OR 6 FOR $5
SPONSORED BY THE WINSTON-SALEM DISTRICT OF THE UMC
QUESTIONS/RSVP BY 9/13: dcooke@wnccumc.org
“OCTOBERING”
A HANDBELL FESTIVAL
CLINICIAN, ED TOMPKINS
MORNING STAR LUTHERAN CHURCH, MATTHEWS, NC
CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
1909 NORTH MAIN STREET
MT. AIRY
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30TH, 2010
SET-UP OPENS @ 8:00 A.M., OPENING BELL @ 9:15 A.M.
FREE PUBLIC CONCERT @ 3:00 P.M., CLOSING BELL @ 3:30 P.M.
REGISTRATION by Oct. 22nd: $20 per ringer, includes lunch and snacks
Repertoire to be purchased (no photocopies) by each choir:
It Is Well With My Soul, arr. C. Mockleburst, Alfred 20206, Level 3, 3-5 octs
Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, arr. A. Sherman, Agape 2508, Level 3, 3-5 octs
Processional Jubilee, A. L. Page, Choristers Guild CGB374, Level 1, 2-3 octs.
Carol of the Huron, arr. W. Hatch, Agape 2481, Level 2, 3-5 octs.
Let Us Walk Close to Thee, arr. S. Eithun, Agape 2504, Level 1, 3-5 octs.
Send one check for your group (# ringers x $20) payable to Central UMC to
1909 North Main St. Mt. Airy, NC, 27030, att. Norma Johnson. Include the church
and choir name, director’s name, phone and e-mail, and amount of linear table space needed.
Contact: NORMA JOHNSON, CENTRAL UMC, MT. AIRY – (336) 786-8324
LINDA DENNEY, 1ST BAPTIST CHURCH, MT. AIRY
(336) 786-5185, lddmusicfbc@yahoo.com
DONNA COOKE, WINSTON-SALEM DISTRICT OF THE UMC,
(336) 727-1222, dcooke@wnccumc.org
EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES FOR OUR CHURCHES
LED BY REV. JOY T. MELTON, J.D.
As a part of Pfeiffer University’s continuing offering of resources to local church leaders, both clergy and lay, Rev. Joy T. Melton, author of Safe Sanctuaries for Ministers (2009) will present a full day of information on a wide variety of employment practices issues and topics important for every church to understand.
In the seminar participants will: learn key statutory provisions applicable to churches, learn key topics to include in every church’s employee/staff handbook, hear best practices for hiring and supervising staff members, and best practices for handling employee complaints. By learning these basic best practices, participants will be able to update the administration procedures in their congregations and strengthen the congregation’s ability to deliver high quality ministry. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions and collaborate with each other as well as with Rev. Melton. By the conclusion of the day, participants will have received tools that are current, cost effective, and simple to implement for the ongoing stewardship of the congregation’s ministries.
Facilitator: Rev. Joy T. Melton, is the Chief Resource Officer of the United Methodist Property and Casualty Trust, the non-profit property insurance company for United Methodist ministries. In this role, she consults with local churches, districts, and annual conferences, on a wide variety of employment issues. She also provides training for church leaders on these issues as well as on insurance issues, Safe Sanctuaries, and the complaint procedures found in the Book of Discipline. Rev. Melton is the author of Safe Sanctuaries Reducing the Risk of Abuse in the Church for Children and Youth (2008) and Safe Sanctuaries for Ministers (2009), available through www.UpperRoom.org. Rev. Melton is a graduate of Pfeiffer University, 1977, and a Trustee of the University. She is also a graduate of Scarritt College, 1982, and Emory University School of Law, 1993. Rev. Melton is a clergy member of the North Georgia Annual Conference and an attorney.
When: Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010 10a.m.-3 p.m. / Where: Pfeiffer University, 4701 Park Rd. Charlotte, NC
Cost: $30 per person (includes lunch) / Deadline: Mon. Sept. 27,2010
Rev. Joy T. Melton, J.D.
This program is offered through Pfeiffer University MAPT Program and WNCC-CEF. For further information, call Kathleen Kilbourne at (704)945.7315, Kathleen.kilbourne@pfeiffer.edu
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