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Point Washington
United Methodist Church
November 2015
The Mission of the Point Washington
United Methodist Church is:
To Know Christ, To Love Christ
To Make the Love of Christ Known
Reverend A. Spencer Turnipseed
Pastor
(850) 231-4928
1290 N. County Highway 395
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Worship Services Each Sunday
8:45 AM in the Sanctuary
11:00 AM in the Family Life Center
On 5th Sunday of month - One Service Only
10:00 AM - Family Life Center
Nursery available 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM each
Sunday and for special events
Sunday School 10:00 AM (all ages)
Children’s Church for ages 4 thru 3rd grade
November 2015
Pastor’s Pen
Now comes the month of celebrating Thanksgiving Day. People approach that in
different ways, given their recent life experiences, their outlooks, their faith, and other
factors. Somehow, the Jews of the Old Testament found ways to thank God for his
many gifts and his place in their lives, no matter the situations they were in. The
Psalms are full of descriptions of troubled lives that still praise and magnify the God
of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Maybe you are among those who have had such a rich experience of life lately that
you are not going to find it hard to thank God this Thanksgiving. Or, maybe you have
struggled a lot lately and giving thanks comes a bit more grudgingly than usual. After
a long life full of much to celebrate and much to cause distress, John Wesley died in
1791 with these words upon his lips: "The best of all is, God is with us." No matter
what, no matter the circumstances, Wesley knew that the Lord was never removed
from his life, that he would never be separated from the source of his existence. He
knew this because he knew the Christ of God, the one sent to deliver and reassure, to
walk with us and not faint, to accompany our every move.
As our church worships and meets this month, may the holiness of giving thanks
encompass us and feed our spirits. While you and yours make plans to gather together,
I will share with you a couple of prayers that John Wesley put into his prayer book for
use by Methodists in the new church in the newly-formed United States in the late
1700's. Let these touch your hearts and warm your souls as this month unfolds.
Blessings on all of you.
"O God, our refuge and strength, who art the author of all godliness; Be ready, we
beseech thee, to hear the devout prayers of thy Church; and grant that those things
which we ask faithfully we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our
Lord. Amen"
"O Lord, we beseech thee to keep thy Church and household continually in thy true
religion; that they who do lean only upon the hope of thy heavenly grace may
evermore be defended by they mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."
Spencer
November 2015
SAVE THESE DATES:
December 6 at 10 am - Christmas Cantata - Family Life Center
December 13 at 3 pm -”White Christmas” orchestra concert to benefit the
United Methodist Children’s Home. Music will feature a wonderful
variety of sacred and secular music that will be sure to get you into the
Christmas Spirit! Katie Ott, Music Director
850-687-0730 [email protected]
Missions Up Date
What a giving, gracious congregation you are!
Because of your generosity and compassion, we raised
$5,950.80 for Stop Hunger Now during the month of
October! On Saturday, October 17, approximately 50
adults and youth gathered from 8-11:30 a.m. and pack-
aged 20,520 meals. That isn't a misprint! Our church
packaged 20,520 meals for Stop Hunger Now because of
your giving. We will find out soon where these meals will
go and we will let you know. Thank you all very much!
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the Missions Committee
is working with Caring & Sharing to provide meals for those in need in
our community. We will place containers in the FLC lobby starting on
Nov. 1st for you to place non-perishable items. Each week in November
we will collect a different item. Here are the items needed the most:
Nov. 1 - 7 gravy (packets or canned)
Nov. 8 - 14 canned green beans (or any other canned vegetable item)
Nov. 15 - 21 Stove Top Stuffing ( HOWEVER )
The following additional items are also needed for a Thanksgiving dinner:
Turkey/Ham, Potatoes (can or box), Cranberry Sauce, Yams,
Chicken Broth, Canned Peas, Canned Carrots, Canned Fruit, Desserts
Starting in mid-November, the Missions Committee will be working with Marri
Helen and the Children's Ministry to support Operation Christmas Child. For the
second year, PWUMC will serve as a drop-off location for OCC shoeboxes. We
will need lots of help with this wonderful opportunity to serve and we will be
asking for support soon.
Blessings & many many thanks for everything you all do!
Thank You!! The Missions Committee
November 2015
PWUMC November 2015 Women’s Ministry News
November is a busy month in the life of our women’s ministry and we hope you will be a part
of every event! The first Tuesday, November 3rd will be our regular meeting time in the Ste-
phen Center at 9:30 am. We will get updates on the Angel Tree project, children’s home in
Milton, plans for Christmas decorations, the winter women’s retreat, and the status of other
committees work. When reflecting on our stewardship campaign’s theme, “Offering Faithful-
ness” is reflected in all the ways our women’s group is in service. This is an exciting time to
be involved in the many projects of our growing women’s ministry.
POINT WASHINGTON WOMEN’S MINISTRY RETREAT JANUARY 29th AND 30th 2016 AT THE
SAN DESTIN HILTON: All women of our church and community are invited to attend so make your
reservation early. The total cost is $140 per person which includes overnight lodging with two women in a
room and Friday evening dinner and Saturday breakfast. For those who don’t want to share a room, the
total cost is $210 for a single. Our theme this year is “FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND” and the retreat will
include a guest speaker, music, games, entertainment and some helpful “in the know” segments for women
of all ages. Registration forms will be posted beginning November in the lobby of the FLC and throughout
the church areas and there will be a link to register on our Church’s Facebook page. A deposit of $40 is
requested by November 30th. . Please make checks payable to “PWUMWM” which stands for Point
Washington United Methodist Women’s Ministry. Checks may be placed in the offering plates but please
note “Women’s Retreat” in the memo line. For those who would like to attend, but may not have
the “extra” funds for this event, we are offering free scholarships again this year---please make your re-
quest through the church office. For more information, please contact Roxanne Thompson at 412 877 0111
or email her at [email protected] or Mary Lamb at 901 237 3298 or email her at
As we look at ways to grow this 2nd annual event, we are asking for donations and/or sponsorships for the
retreat. We are expecting 100 women to attend this year and we would appreciate donations for scholar-
ships for those women who cannot afford to pay for a reservation and to cover the general costs
involved in making it a success! Your personal or business information will be listed in the programs we
distribute with our registration packets making you an official sponsor of this year’s retreat! Please contact
Janice Helms at [email protected] or Ashley Plummer at [email protected] to
donate. Any amount would be appreciated!
As you celebrate Thanksgiving this month, may you and your family have a blessed time with your loved
ones and reflect on all the ways we are thankful as a church family!
Patsy Powell, Women’s Ministry, President
334-718-2738 (cell) 850-278-6588 (home)
The next monthly meeting of PWUMM will be NOVEMBER 7, 2015 at 8 AM
in the Stephens Center. Come and join us for breakfast, devotion and a short
business meeting. We will continue to discuss the organization of our outreach
focus programs and we will have a special presentation by one of our senior
youth, Lee Cox, who is organizing a community mission project.
This presentation has been delayed due to Lee’s pressing schedule but all is
ready now and confirmed. Other items of discussion will be the renewal of our charter,
Christmas decoration at the church and upcoming events through the holidays and next year.
2016 is just around the corner and the UMM will plan to be a part of the outreach program to
the community and beyond. The December meeting will be on the 5th assuming there are no
conflicts with seasonal activities.
In Christ…..UNITED,
Danny Powell, UMM President
November 2015
2015 Angel Tree Each holiday season the “Angel Tree” is filled with names of children
throughout Walton County that otherwise may not receive Christmas
gifts without your assistance. The Caring and Sharing “Angel Tree”
benefits children ages 2-15 in Walton County each year during the
holidays.
“Angels” will be available for selection beginning Sunday, November 1st after the first and second
service and every Sunday for the next several weeks. You can pick an “Angel” at the Angel Tree in
the foyer of the Family Life Center.
Details will be available when signing up at the Angel Tree table, next to the tree. Deadline for gift
drop off will be December 10th. Presents must be dropped off at Caring and Sharing at 112 Lynn
Dr., Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459,
Caring and Sharing of South Walton is a non-profit organization that provides food and monetary
support to families in the local community.
Contact Krista Gardiner at 512-589-3019 or [email protected] for more information
November 2015
Here is a recipe from our Wednesday Church Family Dinner Chef
Tim Ryan also known as Chef Timmy Mac
As featured in Keys Life Magazine www.keyslifemagazine.com
November 2015
Trunk or Treat FUN!!!!!
PoWash Kids
Monday Crew Tuesday Crew Wednesday Crew
2nd, 9th, 16th, 30th 3rd, 10th, 17th 4th, 18th
Movie with Mar Mar
November 11th 11 to 4
We will see Woodland at
Pier Park.
Cost $20, space is limited
to sign up early!
National Collection Week is November 16th – 23rd
Please help us to spread Gods love all over the world by supporting this amazing project.
We still need crayons, colored pencils, notebook paper, combs, soap, wash cloths, you can also make a donation
to the Mission Committee to help cover shipping cost.
The children will be leading Service on the 29th at 10 am in the FLC. The kids will get their parts
this week and we will have a practice at 8:30 that morning. I will be in touch to confirm your family
will be in town.
November 2015
Member Activity in October
New Members Baptized_ ____
Don and Patsy Joyner Isla May Bush
Jeremiah Lee Taylor
Piper Noelle Casandra Johnson
Emmaus The next monthly meeting of the Emmaus Cluster at
PWUMC will be November 16, 2015 at 6:30 PM in the
Sanctuary. The leader for this meeting will be Malcolm
Flanagan. I am pleased to say the last Cluster meeting in
October saw a record turnout and Scott Provow’s presenta-
tion was most enlightening. It is important to make time to
attend these cluster meetings as it is the way in which the Emmaus program at
PWUMC is maintained strong and effective in our church and the programs
we sponsor are supported by your participation. There are many fom our
Emmaus Cluster serving at Blue Lake Emmaus Walk #245, November 12-
15th. Please mark your calendar for Saturday the 14th to join us for the
service that evening. For those wanting to carpool, we will meet at the
Walton County annex parking lot around 4:14. Please me a a “head up” if you
want to join us and would like to share a ride.
We will have an agape meeting on November 23rd at 6:30 PM in the Stephens
Center to prepare for the Men’s Walk #246. Remember to pray for the
pilgrims on the upcoming Women’s walk #245.
IF ANYONE IN OUR CHURCH FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THE UNIQUE
EXPERIENCE OF CONNECTING PERSONALY WITH THE LORD JESUS CHRIST
THROUGH THE BLUE LAKE EMMAUS WALK, PLEASE CONTACT EITHER
BUTCH OR ME ABOUT GETTING AN APPLICATION. THERE ARE OPENINGS
PARTICULARLY ON THE UPCOMING MEN’S WALKS.
Emmaus Cluster Point of Contact is Danny Powell
1 - Richie McCardle
Ramsey Lawrence
Kelli Moore
3 - Michael Stickler
Sue Schmitz
4 - Penny Benson
6 - Layla Vess
Michael Vess
10 - Flip Spann
11- Lee Ellis
Patsy Joyner
15 - Summer Davis
Noah Stickler
Josh Trapp
16- Carolyn Magee
18 - Ken Kuzenski
20 - Ed Chisolm
Mary Houseman
Johnna Stickler
Jess Eberhart
21 - Rosa Ellis
Dorothy Starbuck
22 - Suzan Statham
23 - Sherry Carter
25 - Kenny Williams
26 - Joyia Spann
Stephen Wesley Sunday
27 - Juliene Watson
28 - Pam Hundley
29 - Sophie Ann Rodgers
30 - Elizabeth Messer PWUMC Financial Review
As of September 30, 2015
Year to Date Giving to the General Fund:
$ 660,674.94
Year to Date Expenses: $ 704,877.36
November 1—Sunday School—10:001m-11:00am
November 1—Wildside for ALL STUDENTS—6:00pm-8:00pm
November 4—BIG Wednesday & Small Groups
November 6—Spirit Ride to SWHS vs. Jay Football Game
November 8—Sunday School—10:00am-11:00am
November 8—Wildside for High School—6:00pm-8:00pm
November 11—BIG Wednesday & Small Groups
November 15—Sunday School—10:00am-11:00am
November 15—Wildside for Middle School—6:00pm-8:00pm
November 18—BIG Wednesday & Small Groups
November 21—Mission PoWash—Crop Drop Destin
November 22—Sunday School—10:00am-11:00am
November 22—NO Wildside Youth Fellowship—Thanksgiving Break
November 25—NO BIG Wednesday or Small Groups—Thanksgiving Break
November 29—Sunday School—9:00am-10:00am
November 29—Mission PoWash—South Walton Elf Ride
November 29— Wildside for High School—6:00pm-8:00pm
BIG Wednesday is for students in 6th-12th Grade and includes:
Open House—3:00pm-5:30pm
Free Math Tutoring—4:00pm-5:30pm
Church Dinner ($5)—5:30pm-6:15pm
Small Groups—6:15pm-7:30/7:45pm
Pick up by 8:00pm
We have 9 Small Groups: 6th Grade Guys, 6th Grade Girls, 7th-8th Grade Girls, 7th-8th Grade Guys, 9th Grade Girls,
9th Grade Guys, 10th Grade Guys, 10th-12th Grade Girls, 11th-College Guys
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAMILY DINNERS
MENUS -- SET UP CREWS -- CLEAN UP CREWS
Schedule for the month of November
Nov. 4th: Baked Potato Bar with different toppings, Salad Bar, Dessert
SET UP CREW: WEEK 1: Sue Schmitz, Rosa Ellis, Dorothy Starbuck, Joe Carpenter
CLEAN UP CREW : 9th Grade Guys with Leader David Leuze
CLEAM UP CAPTIAN: Kathy Carpenter
Nov. 11th: Hamburgers, Hot dogs, Potato Salad, Salad Bar, Dessert
SET UP CREW: WEEK 2: Chris Helms, J anice Helms, Don Pace,
Frank Cathey, Carolyn Magee
CLEAN UP CREW - 7-8th Grade Girls with Leaders Liza Snyder and Hannah Craft
CLEAM UP CAPTIAN: Jessica Duggan
Nov. 18th: Turkey Enchiladas, Steamed Vegetables, Salad Bar, Dessert
SET UP CREW: WEEK 3: Marie Spafford, Jane Pinkston, Sally Turnipseed,
Terry Crouch, Dana Giles
CLEAN UP CREW: 9th Grade Gir ls with Leaders Matt Provow & Tiffany Taylor
CLEAN UP CAPTIAN: Suzanne Jackson
Please Keep In your Prayers
Sally Kuzenski Jonnye Butler Edd Flickenstine
Ken Millsaps - Harry’s brother Brad Myers - Kathy Carpenter’s nephew
2 month old Jace Barkley, his parents, Cody & Amanda Barkley and
Grandmother, Sheila Wickman-Brim
Christmas Decorating Committee
Most of the Christmas Decorations for the Church have been here for years and
years. The Decorating Committee recently has gone through all the “stuff” and
is preparing to replace or repair a lot of it. You could help us if you would like
to donate some of the following:
White mine lights 100 or 200 count, 18 or 20 AWG (wire thickness), green wire, please only those that will
allow a light to burn out without affecting the rest of the string)
Wire Wreath forms 24” and 36”
Extension Cords - brown or green
Buy a Chrismon ornament - $20
A large tree stand for live trees
Cash donations - memo/ Christmas Decorations
We want to make our Church SHINE for our Baby Jesus
You can drop off at
the church office
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1
8:45 Worship
10:00 Sunday
School
11:00 Worship
Wildside for
Everyone
2
2:30 PoWash Kids
Pre K - K
3
9:30 UMW
Meeting - SC
4 5
6:30 Men’s
Bible Study
9:00 Women’s
Bible Study
1:30 Piecemakers
5:30
Boy’s Basketball
6
Youth Spirit
Ride to SWHS
vs. Jay
7
8:00 UMM
Meeting -
Stephen Center
8
8:45 Worship
10:00 Sunday
School
11:00 Worship
Wildside for
High School
9
2:30 PoWash Kids
Pre K - K
10
10:00 Little Lambs
12:00 Women’s Bible
Study - SC
2:30 PoWash Kids
1-2 grades
6:00 Women’s Bible
Study - SC
11
Movie with Mar Mar
11-4 pm
3:30 Youth Open
House
5:00 children’s choir
5:30 Church Dinner
6:15 Choir Practice
6:15 Kindness Club
6:30 Small Groups
6:30 Spencer’s Bible
Study
12
6:30 Men’s
Bible Study
9:00 Women’s
Bible Study
1:30 Piecemakers
5:30
Boy’s Basketball
FLC - Gym
13
14
15
8:45 Worship
10:00 Sunday
School
11:00 Worship
Wildside for
Middle School
16
2:30 PoWash Kids
Pre K - K
5:30
Boy’s Basketball
FLC - Gym
6:30 Emmaus
Cluster Meeting
Sanctuary
17
12:00 Women’s Bible
Study - SC
2:30 PoWash Kids
1-2 grades
5:30 Charge
Conference -
Sanctuary
6:00 Women’s Bible
Study - SC
18 2:30 - PoWash
Kids - 3 -5 grades
3:30 Youth Open
House
5:00 Children’s choir
5:30 Church
Dinner
6:15 Choir Practice
6:15 Kindness Club
6:30 Small Groups
6:30 Spencer’s Bible
Study
19
6:30 Men’s
Bible Study
9:00 Women’s
Bible Study
1:30 Piecemakers
5:30
Boy’s Basketball
FLC - Gym
20
21
Mission PoWash
Crop Drop
Contact
Marri Helen to sign
up
22
8:45 Worship
10:00 Sunday
School
11:00 Worship
12:30
Church Council
Meeting - SC
23
5:30
Boy’s Basketball
FLC - Gym
6:30 Emmaus
Agape Workshop
24
25
26
27
28
29
9:00 Sunday School
10:00 5th Sunday
Worship Service
FLC
Elf Ride
Wildside for
High School
30
2:30 PoWash Kids
Pre K - K
5:30
Boy’s Basketball
FLC - Gym
For the Lord is good; His steadfast
love endures forever, and his
faithfulness to all
Generations
Psalm 100:5
Point Washington United Methodist Church
1290 North County Highway 395
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
850-231-4928