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Our Staff

Naomi King, Pastor ......................... 645-7804 Carla Sawyer, Secretary ................... 645-5785 Praise Team Leaders Alan Sizemore ............................... 658-8744 Roger Cordell ................................ 776-7380 Laura Lever ................................... 645-3203 Carol Young, Choir Leader ............. 777-7121 Mary Katherine Hale, Children’s Ministry Coord ......... 645-9961 Rick Scarboro, Council Chair .......... 645-4810 Laura Lever, Lay Leader ................. 645-3203 Bill Church, Lay Minister ................ 242-3418 Catherine Cordell, Staff-Parish Chair ....................... 776-7380 Carol Young, Treasurer. .................. 777-7121 Beth Stevenson, Preschool Director . 779-5912

Our Mission To reach out and gather people into the family of God, equipping them to be disciples of Jesus Christ in our community and in the world.

C H R I S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H

HEARTWORDS

..Let’s have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found. So they began to celebrate.

Luke 15:23,24

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In the parable Jesus told about the two wayward sons and the Grace-Filled Father, we read that the Father threw a huge party for his sons, family and friends! (Luke 15:11-32) We’re throwing a huge party to celebrate the Father’s love, the Son’s grace, and the Holy Spirit’s power! Throughout the month of June, there will be celebration after celebration as we remember what only God can do and we celebrate 25 years of Telling the Story of the Good News of Jesus Christ!

On June 5th, we’ll be coming home to our family- our Christ UMC Church Family. Singing

and praising God; sharing testimonies of God’s grace; and remembering that God said, “My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways. As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” (Isaiah 55:8-9) We will be reminded that the Resurrected Christ told us to go and share with others what we have seen and heard- tell how Christ has changed your life! Give testimony to His Transforming Grace!

We will give God the praise and thanksgiving for forming us into the Body of Christ here in Weaverville. The choir and praise team will lead us in singing and worshipping our Lord and we will break bread together, sharing in Christ’s Holy Meal. We’ll see a video presentation of the early years of the church and enjoy pictures of family and friends. Together, we will enjoy a Family Cookout with new and old family members, remembering that “there are no strangers here, only family we have not yet met.”

Rev Dottie Gibbs, who served Christ UMC from 1997 to 2004 will be our preacher on June 12th. We’ll celebrate Pentecost and the birthday of the church. There will be special music from our praise team and choir leading us to worship God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength. Father’s Day, June 19th, will be special as we celebrate how we continue to tell the Good News of Jesus Christ in our families and in the world. Our youngest worshippers, “Wee Worshippers”, will sing during the Children’s Message and our choir will sing “Therefore the Redeemed”. The church family will pray for and send out our Mission Team as they leave for Haysi, VA, immediately after the worship service.

Our celebration on June 26th will begin with a worship service of praise and thanksgiving.

Becky Brittain, wife of former pastor, Rev. Tim Brittain (1993-1997), will give testimony to the healing that she has received from our Lord.

At 5:00 PM on June 26th, we will gather outside for a Community Zoe Seed Concert. Everyone is invited to come and hear Zoe Seed and enjoy a free hotdog supper. Be sure to encourage your friends and family to come and invite youth to hear Christ’s message in song. We will also accept and appreciate donations for school supplies to be given at the free Back To School Clinic- Saturday, August 13th.

I look forward to seeing you at the celebrations! In Christ’s Amazing Grace, Pastor Naomi

You’re Invited to Christ United Methodist Church

to celebrate our 25th year of

“Telling the Story of the Good News of Jesus Christ”

Please join us in the month of June for

Sunday School at 10:00 am

Worship at 11:00 am

Testimonies of the Grace of God - With God All Things Are Possible Special Choir Selections - All Hail King Jesus! Holy Ground!

Videos/Photos/Power Point Presentations - Sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Everyone Invited!!!

June 5 “Welcome Home” Worship & Family Cookout

June 12 “Happy Birthday Church!”

Celebration of Pentecost

June 19 “CHRIST - No Other Foundation”

June 26 “Holy Spirit Led” Community Zoe Seed Concert 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Free Hot Dog Supper Donations For School Supplies Accepted & Appreciated

For more information, contact the church office at 828-645-5785 ext 111 or by email at [email protected]

OR Pastor Naomi King at 828-645-5785 ext 113 or by email at [email protected]

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What another incredible year at the preschool. Our last month was extremely busy with “Muffins for Moms”, the annual BBQ fundraiser and the Nature Center Field Trip. Before the BBQ supper, we held a yard sale in the morning and then the BBQ was served between 5-7pm. I would like to thank Catherine Cordell who helped get everything ready starting the evening before and Mr. Wayne Ingle and his wife. Mr. Wayne has been donating his time over the past several years and we are deeply grateful for his generosity. The preschool raised close to $900 and this money will go toward new learning materials for the classroom. Thanks to everyone who volunteered their time and those who made or sent in the many wonderful desserts. What an awesome church family we have! Our end of the year picnic was held at the Nature Center after our field trip. About 30 families came and we had great weather and the children got to run and explore many animals including the new cougar babies. We finished up the school year by having two graduation programs. On Wednesday, May 25th, our 2 and 3 year old classes put on a wonderful program at 11am.There was singing, prayers and a few surprises that always keep us laughing at these events. At any given time, one could look into the audience and see nothing but smiles, laughter and an occasional tear. It was adorable. The next evening, the four year old class took center stage. They recited the “Pledge of Allegiance” and the “Lord’s Prayer.” They sang a variety of songs, played the hand bells and talked about what they wanted to be when they grew up. Many decided they wanted to be an animal doctor. Following the procession and diplomas, we had a 10 minute power point presentation. Everyone loved the pictures and I would like to thank our 2 year old teacher, Ms. Tracy for putting it together. Once again, I look back and say “where did the time go?” We were blessed once again to have such wonderful children and parents. We had lots of help from church members during fundraisers and preschool board meetings. We had daily visits from Mr. Walt, story time with Ms. Linda, music with Ms. Carol and Ms. Sue and chapel time with Pastor Naomi. We will be back in a couple of weeks with our summer program. And for all the families that won’t be returning next year, we pray for a safe and fun filled summer. Good Luck to all the graduates! May God Bless everyone! With God’s Grace, Beth Stevenson, Director


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A Touching Story Author Unknown

A few years ago at the Seattle Special Olympics, nine contestants, all physically or mentally disabled, assembled at the starting line for the 100 yard dash. At the gun, they all started out, not exactly in a dash, but with a relish to run the race to the finish and win. All, that is, except one boy who stumbled on the asphalt, tumbled over a couple of times and began to cry. The other eight heard the boy. They slowed down and looked back. They all turned around and went back. Every one of them. One girl with Down’s Syndrome bent down and kissed him and said, “This will make it better.” All nine linked arms and walked across the finish line together. Everyone in the stadium stood, and the cheering went on for several minutes. People who were there are still telling the story. Why? Because deep down we know one thing. What matters most in this life is more than winning for ourselves. What truly matters in this life is helping others win, even if it means slowing down and changing our course.

Like father, like child

As we celebrate Father’s Day, we likely see traits in our dads (or other father figures) that we hope to be known

for ourselves: integrity, gentleness, a great sense of humor, a love of learning, a humble spirit.

Amy Grant’s song “Father’s Eyes” tells of a young girl

who wants nothing more than for others to recognize her father — and her heavenly Father — in her. “When people look inside my life, I want to hear them say,

‘She's got her father's eyes.’”

What characteristics of God your Father are reflected in your eyes, heart and life? And what godly qualities

would you like to cultivate?

May others see our heavenly Father in us!

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“Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God.”

Ephesians 6:17 Do you want to study the Bible more? Do you have questions about being a better "Christ-follower"? Are you looking for meaningful fellowship and prayer time? Come and be a part of a small group at CUMC! These are ongoing study groups which you are invited to join at any time. No prior experience necessary! • Seekers Sunday School Class - studying Romans

in the 4K Preschool room Sunday mornings; contact Rick Scarboro 645-4810.

• Mixed Blessings Sunday School Class - studying the Book of John upstairs to the right on Sunday mornings; contact Beth Stevenson 779-5912.

• When Heaven Invades Earth meets most Sundays at 3:00 pm and Tuesdays at 9:30 am at CUMC; contact Don Nagel 298-7024

• Monday Night Grace Group, Tuesday Night Grace Group, Wednesday Night Adult Class, and Thursday Night Grace Group - all will resume meeting in September.

Wednesday, June 01, 2011

Acts 22:17—23:11 Thursday, June 02, 2011

Acts 23:12-35 Friday, June 03, 2011

Acts 24:1-27 Saturday, June 04, 2011

Acts 25:1-22 Sunday, June 05, 2011

Acts 25:23-26:11 Monday, June 06, 2011

Acts 26:12-32 Tuesday, June 07, 2011

Acts 27:1-12 Wednesday, June 08, 2011

Acts 27:13-38 Thursday, June 09, 2011

Acts 27:39-28:6 Friday, June 10, 2011

Acts 28:7-16 Saturday, June 11, 2011

Acts 28:17-22 Sunday, June 12, 2011 Acts 28:23-31

“Putting Feet to our Faith!”

Sunday Mornings-10 am Getting In God’s Face - How Prayer Works

Written by Dutch Sheets; led by Kelly Urquhart & Don Nagel

We are excited about learning how to pray effectively; how our prayers can make a difference, and why our prayers have the power to move heaven and earth. All youth from 6th grade thru 12th grade are welcome to join us!

Youth and Adult Mission Trip ~ Haysi, Virginia ~ June 19-25,

2011

Organized and Planned by Recreation Experiences

( www.recreationexperiences.org), together, we will be on mission with other youth from our community, as we are the hands and feet of Christ

in Haysi, VA!

Do you want to go? Are you willing to...Invest the time? Accept the challenge of hard

work? And don’t mind having more fun than you can

imagine?

Call or email Pastor Naomi for more details! Cell 704-749-4196 or email

[email protected]

NAOMI KING, PASTOR

A Few Thoughts on the Lord’s Prayer I cannot pray OUR, if my faith has no room for others and their need.

I cannot pray FATHER, if I do not demonstrate this relationship to God in my daily living.

I cannot pray, WHO ART IN HEAVEN, if all my interests and pursuits are in earthly things.

I cannot pray, HALLOWED BE THY NAME, if I am not striving, with God’s help, to be holy.

I cannot pray, THY KINGDOM COME, if I am unwilling to accept God’s rule in my life.

I cannot pray, THY WILL BE DONE, if I am unwilling or resentful of having it in my life.

I cannot pray, ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN, unless I am truly ready to give myself to God’s

service here and now.

I cannot pray, GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREAD, without expending honest effort for it, or

if I withhold from my neighbor the bread that I receive.

I cannot pray, FORGIVE US OUR TRESPASSES AS WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO TRESPASS

AGAINST US, if I continue to harbor a grudge against anyone.

I cannot pray, LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION, if I deliberately choose to remain in a situation

when I am likely to be tempted.

I cannot pray, DELIVER US FROM EVIL, if I am not prepared to fight evil with my life and my

prayer.

I cannot pray, THINE IS THE KINGDOM, if I am unwilling to obey the King.

I cannot pray, THINE IS THE POWER AND THE GLORY, if I am seeking power for myself and my

own glory first.

I cannot pray, FOREVER AND EVER, if am too anxious about each day’s affairs.

I cannot pray, AMEN, unless I honestly say, “Cost what it may, this is my prayer.”

-Anonymous

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Go b-a-a-a-ck in time!

Bring the whole flock to Hometown Nazareth:

Where Jesus Was a Kid! You’ll travel back into

Bible times—without setting foot outside our

community.

Experience this fun, hands-on Bible-times village

at our church! Your family members can

become part of history as they see, hear, touch,

and even taste what it was like to live in Jesus’

hometown! You’ll explore authentic marketplace

shops, visit Jesus’ mom, Mary, take part in

games, dance to lively Bible songs, and sample tasty tidbits as you discover more about

Jesus’ childhood. These experiences make God’s Word come alive with new meaning for

all who participate!

So mark these dates on your calendar: July 11th –July 14th..

The adventure starts at 9 AM and will end at 11:30 AM with a free family lunch. To register

your family for this awesome Bible adventure, call this number 645-5785, ext 419 or

register at our church’s website www.cumcweaverville.org

Sincerely,

Mary Katherine Hale

Your Hometown Nazareth Director

NAOMI KING, PASTOR

http://www.cumcweaverville.org/�

Hannah Stevenson’s

3rd Grade Native

American Mask

Artwork

Hannah Hale’s Kindergarten

Van Gogh Sunflowers

Caroline Hensley’s 3rd Grade Artwork

Elizah VanLokeren’s 2nd Grade

Flat Stanly Artwork

On Display! Several of our children had work showcased at the Asheville Mall recently.

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Greeter:

Barbara Downing

Liturgist

6/5 Chris Sherrill

6/12 Jake Morrow

6/19 Don Nagel

6/26 Nancy Zupa

Wee Worship

6/5 Rebecca Frost

6/12 Cheryl Vasone

6/19 Melinda Morrow

6/26 Terri Blankenship

Visitation Team for week

of:

6/5 Jim & Peggy Gordon

6/12 Kathryn Lee

6/19 Howard Trimble &

Peggy Rice

6/26 Richard & Barbara

Downing

Did you miss a service? You can hear the services

at www.cumcweaverville.org or to request a CD of

the service, please sign the request sheet on the

Welcome Table in the Gathering area by

Wednesday morning following the Service.

Usher:

Rich Downing

Children’s Church 6/5 Mary Katherine Hale

6/12 Jane Pippinger

6/19 Jon Frost & Gordon Hale 6/26 Catherine Cordell &

Mary Katherine Hale

Children’s Church (Youth) 6/5 Shailyn Tucker &

Myriah Lockard

6/12 Kevin Church &

Noah Sherrill 6/19 Sam Tucker &

Kyle Church

6/26 Melanie Jarrett &

Hope Jackson

Nursery Helpers 6/5 Nancy Zupa

6/12 Lynn Booraem

6/19 Pammi Noble 6/26 Margaret Bitner

June 2011 05 Haylie Reedy 08 Byron Zuver 10 Chuck Tucker 11 David Danielson 11 Linda Coleman 17 Rose Spittle 21 Debbie Sherrill 24 Debbie Shriner 25 Pat Farris 26 Naomi King

Our Shared Ministries for June 2011

As you already know, the Methodist Church was founded by John

Wesley. He didn’t really mean to start a new church. He just wanted people to take their faith more seriously.

The Cross and Flame The logo of The United Methodist Church is the Cross and Flame. The cross stands for Jesus Christ and the flame for the Holy Spirit. There are two flames to represent The Methodist Church and The Evangelical United Brethren Church, which together became The United Methodist Church in 1968.

John Wesley’s Rule

Do all the good you can, By all the means you can, In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can,

To all the people you can, As long as ever you can.

Taken from “What is a United Methodist?”, copyright ©2009 by Abingdon Press


C H R I S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H

www.cumcweaverville.org

Check out the calendar on the

website for date & time of events.

Save the dates - July 11-14, 2011 - VBS “Hometown Nazareth - Where Jesus was a kid.”

9:30am-11:30am Family Luncheon Provided


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