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Guilford College United Methodist Church Non-Profit Org.
1205 Fleming Road US POSTAGE PAID Greensboro, NC 27410 Permit #146 (336) 292-5833 Greensboro, NC Return Service Requested
Sunday, May 11th, Mother’s Day
Meet and Greet – Muffins for Moms 9:30-10:00 am in fellowship hall
On Saturday, June 7, we’ll have our next congregational Day of Service. Thanks to your generous donations at Easter, we will package 10,000 or more meals through Stop Hunger Now. Beginning at 10 AM that Saturday morning, we will need lots of volunteers to fill the bags and load the trucks. From here, these meals will be shipped
to some of our poorest neighbors in the world.
Guilford College United Methodist Church
strives to be a vibrant Christian community
that transforms lives, strengthens believers,
and equips disciples to live beyond ourselves
in the light of Jesus Christ.
Guilford College UMC
Living Beyond Ourselves
CROW’S NEST Vol. XIV, No. 9 www.guilfordcollegeumc.org May 7, 2014
Join us on Thursdays at 6:00 pm in The Rock for a time of fellowship, sharing and worship. Refreshments are provided. Children are welcome, but we also have a
nursery for the young ones.
On Thursday, May 15, Vita Alligood will present the Book of James – from memory – at The Porch, and then we’ll follow James’ advice and put our faith into action by making a meal for Pathways Family Shelter. On May 22, we will resume our series called “The Way Things Are.” It’s a look at the timeless wisdom that comes to us through the first few chapters of Genesis.
Caring
Prayer Concerns: Peggy McClellan, Kent Carter, Bob
Gerber, Kathy Graham,Terri Hastings Ed Price, Ed Blackwell, Jack Kayler, Ilene Cummings, David Cummings, Janel Greer; Jim Frady, Joshua Pearce, Alberta Walters;; families facing storms in life, the leaders of our nation and world, and those serving in the military and 2014 Confirmation Class.
In Home and Senior Living Facilities: Dot Acree, Don
Beam, Rachel Brawley, Cynthia Brown, David Cummings, Ilene Cummings, Edna Derrick, Sue Gerringer, Janel Greer, Terri Hastings, George Holmes, Sunny Horner, Barry & Barbara Jones, A.C. Jordan, Betty Kirkman, Dave & Betty Kirkman, Colleen McKoin, Alice Ross, Becky Smith, Tim Thames, Allene Wakefield, Les and Helen Wray
Extended Family: Gabby Hukill’s grandfather; Judy Harris’
mother, Grace Buchanan; David Long’s mother, Alene Long; Becky Archer’s sister, Mildred Hedrick; Patty Elkins’ mother, Ann Elkins; Ike Efird; Ben Brothers’ son, Robert; ; Rev. J.C. Grose; Dave Robson’s father, John Robson; Lavonne James’ brother-in-law, Jerry Luke; our sister church in Kinanduba, Kenya,
Our sincere sympathy is extended to George, Ronica,
Sammy and Georgeanna Bowen in the death of David Bowen. David passed away on April 28
th. Sympathy to Betty Gordon
and family in the death of Bob Gordon, who passed away this week.
Stephen Ministers provide one-on-one confidential care. Stephen Ministers listen and offer encouragement and support during
a crisis or transition in life. If you or someone you know could benefit from the gentle and tender care of a Stephen Minister, please contact Donna Ford at 292-5833 or [email protected]
Compassion International update: Tell a child “I’m here
for you.” Go to www.compassion.com to see profiles of children from around the world who need someone to sponsor them and change their life. Proverbs 31:8-9 says “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.”
Connecting
Do You Have a 2014 Graduate in your Family?
If you have a high school or college student who will be graduating this year, please call or e-mail Robert Martin at 292-5833 or [email protected] with his/her name and place of graduation. We would like to
recognize all graduates on Graduation Sunday, June 8th.
Youth News Sign ups for summer activities are now posted outside Robert’s office. Check out what is going on this summer and join us! No UMYF this Sunday – show love to your mother! Sr. Night @UMYF will be Sunday, May 18
th – check out what
the graduates have to say about their time spent in UMYF. Sr. Banquet – May 21
st, 6:00-8:00 pm in the fellowship hall.
Please let Robert know if you plan to come!
MEN’S SOFTBALL SCHEDULE
Fri., May 9, 7:30 pm, Rankin Field – GCUMC vs Silent Thunder Fri., May 16, 8:30 pm, Revolution Field – GCUMC vs Jabbo Electric
Fri., May 23, 7:30 pm, Rankin Field – GCUMC vs Apple’s Chapel Fri., May 30, 6:30 pm, Rankin Field – GCUMC vs Groomtown Hair Fri., June 6, 7:30 pm, Rankin Field – GCUMC vs CGR Products Fri., June 13, 8:30 pm, Rankin Field – GCUMC vs Westminster Presbyterian
Come out and support our team!
Wednesday Night Out – On May 7
th we had our last
Wednesday Night Out before the summer break. A special thanks goes to Alyssa Rice who coordinated our efforts this year, and to all the dedicated volunteers that made this great time of fellowship and outreach possible week after week.
Keep Moving with the Church We recently celebrated the completion of our Walk to Jerusalem, but that doesn’t mean we have to stop moving there. Barbara Wharton is offering an exercise class on Friday mornings at 10:00 am called “Get in Shape for the Summer.” Women or men are welcome to bring an exercise or yoga mat if you have one and join Barbara in The Rock. Also, with our warmer temperatures, our 1 Corinthians Run/Walk Group will be meeting more consistently at 12:30 pm on Sundays in The Rock to walk and run together.
OUR GUESTS IN WORSHIP
April 27: Barbara Overstreet; Nelva M. Grace; Grace Murphy;
Peggy Conaway; Miguel Gomez & family; Chris, Jodi & Shelton Knox; Tom Waynick; Laura Schunk; Jessica, Jacques & Kyra Dalton; Jeff, Lauren, Zack & Lindsay McRae; Margaret Griffin; Ron & Barb Arthur; Ken, Michelle, Keaton & McKenzie Waldron; Steve, Barbara, Joshua & Zachary McDonald; David, Leslie & Ryan Patterson; Amy Kenner; Matt & Teresa Tester; Jim & Kathy Faurote; Joshua Turner; Zion Roberts; Linda Hendricks; Anne Martin; Rev. Bernard Dougherty; Charles Freeman; Frank & Kelley Shepherd; Crystal Gillenwater; Barbara Hartman; May 4: Barbara Overstreet; Bill & Daryl Watkins; Diane
Lynham; Steve & Pam Roberts; Nelva Grace; Cyndi Wastler; Mary Oakley; Ryan Wall; Kristen Apple; David Gamble; Anna Bea Harville; Crystal & Emma Gillenwater; Jalyn Keating Powers; Jackie Hardcastle; Leslie, Alyssa, Tricia, Jillian & Melanie Bacon; Emma Fredericks; Margaret Griffin; Anne Martin; Joe & Anne Heilig; Pat Ross; Charles Davis; David, Leslie & Ryan Patterson; Tommy, Emilio, Tristan & Katherine Gomez; Peggy Conaway; Ron, Barb & Sarah Arthur; Charles Freeman; Steve, Barbara, Joshua & Zachary McDonald; Jim & Kathy Faurote; Michelle, McKenzie, Cameron & Keaton Waldron; Zack McRae; Barbara Hartman; Paige Heilig
Learning
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Women’s Summer Bible Study 1 and 2 Thessalonians Wednesday mornings, 9:30-11:30 a.m. begins on June 18 through August 13 (weekly for 9 weeks) June 18 is intro session; no homework required for this session Workbooks are $16
Let Donna Ford know if child care is needed and ages of children ([email protected]) Facilitators: Donna Garcia & Donna Ford During this nine week study, you'll learn how to let go of past mistakes and discover your circumstances are not coincidental - God's timing is impeccable! Whether you're facing family crises, medical diagnoses, relationship troubles, doubts, or fears, you'll come away encouraged that even though it may not feel that way, you are exactly where Christ wants you to be!
Looking for a Sunday School Class?
Come check us out! James Tew Class, Room A3, on the adult hallway. Join us for our 1
st annual “Spring Fling” Cookout on
Saturday, May 24th
, at 4:00 pm at “The Barn” on Gallimore Dairy Road. We will meet in the church parking lot at 3:30 pm. For more information contact Larry Stevens at 218-0743 or [email protected] . We look forward to seeing you then!
Learning
ELEMENTARY DAY CAMP
Rising 1st through 4th Graders at Camp GuilRock, Reidsville, NC July 14-17, 2014 REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MAY 15!
Brochures with registration information have been mailed to families in our database for whom we have age/grade information. If you did not receive or desire more information, please let Donna Ford know. If you are interested in serving as a small group leader or craft assistant, please let Donna know.
Young Adults We recently launched two new classes for young adults. One is being called the “New Family” Class. They’ve had a dozen attendees over the past few weeks, married and single, mostly with young children. They welcome anyone to join them as they study “The Daniel Plan.” It’s a series of video lessons about nutrition and health from a Christian perspective. The other class is for younger adults, those who are college-aged to a bit beyond. They’ve had about 15 different attendees over the first few weeks. They’re currently studying Rob Bell’s “Nooma” video series. Young people who are home for the summer (or just for the weekend) are welcome to come and reconnect with old friend or make new ones. This group is also planning a Pool Party at Jim and Anita Sandknop’s on Saturday, May 17 at 6:30 PM. RSVPs are helpful. Contact Pastor Matt at 292-5833 or [email protected].
* * * * * * GOD’S KIDS TROUPE * * * * * * (Sacred Musical Theatre Camp)
August 11-15, 2014, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm daily Dress rehearsal with band: Thursday, August 14, 6:30-8:30 pm Final performance: Friday, August 15, 7:00 pm Grades: Rising 1
st through 6
th grades
Cost: $125 includes cost of materials (music, scripts, CD, camp t-shirt and art supplies) Auditions: Saturday, June 21, 10:00 am – 12:00 Noon for children wanting lead roles. Those who do not attend auditions will be assigned to the chorus. Watch for the brochure in the mail with other information on this summer sacred musical theatre camp.
UPCOMING CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DATES: Mon.-Thurs., June 23-26 – Vacation Bible School, evenings Mon.-Thurs., July 14-17 – Elementary Day Camp, Rising Grades 1-4 Sun.-Sat., July 27-August 2 – Camp Tekoa Residential Camp, Rising Grades 4-7 (older siblings if desire to go) Mon.-Fri., August 11-15 – Sacred Musical Theatre Camp, Rising Grades 1-6
Serving
OUR GIVING
2014 Total Budget……………………………………….$ 989,000 Needed weekly for budget……………………………...$ 19,019 Amount needed to date…………………………………$ 323,327 Amount received through 4/27/2014…………………..$ 305,792 YTD Difference………………………………………….($ 17,535)
Free to Service Pledges………………………………$ 1,031,343 Amount received to date……………………………...$ 1,010,413 Loan balance……………………………………………$ 464,802
URGENT NEED FOR A-V HELPERS ON SUNDAYS!!
We have an immediate need for Power Point operators, Sound board operators and Camera operators for both worship services on Sundays. No experience is necessary – we will train you! If you would be interested in serving in any of these areas, please contact the church office, at 292-5833 or Patty Elkins at [email protected] . Thanks so much!
DONATIONS NEEDED
Garden/Landscape/Hand tools
Shovels – buckets – mattocks – hoes – wheelbarrows/push carts – tillers – bush trimmers – hammers – saws –
pitchforks – rakes Tools will be used to cultivate gardens which provide food to deserving families. Please contact Kent Carter (299-8457) for tool pickup. Bless you all!
MISSION TRIP TO KENYA
A group from our church will be making our third mission trip to Kenya on June 22. The team members will be commissioned on Sunday, June 1 and hear a brief report about some exciting developments in the ongoing projects we support.
Summer Back Pack Food Drive
Sunday, June 1st
, is Collection Sunday In order to support our backback kids and their families over the summer, we are asking you to go shopping with your family for l each of the following food items: No glass containers.
Peanut butter Canned fruit Bag of rice Canned vegetables Chili with beans Can spaghetti sauce Canned chicken or Spam 1-lb. spaghetti pasta 6-pack Ramen noodles Box macaroni & cheese Large box of cereal or oatmeal Pouch mashed potatoes Box of saltines or graham crackers Jam/jelly in plastic container
Serving
GUM FOOD DELIVERY – A delivery of 196 lbs. of food was
made to GUM Food Bank last week. Thanks to everyone who has contributed canned food items for this delivery. The need is great and your continued support is very much appreciated.
Thank You to all the volunteers and especially to all the blood donors during our Spring Blood Drive. We collected 34 units of blood which could provide blood needs to over 100 individuals. Thank you for giving “The Gift of Life.” Our next blood drive will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2014.
Volunteers for May 11, 2014
8:30 service
Acolyte: Victoria Townsend Lay Reader: Dave Saunders Stephen Minister: Harry Tangen Ushers: Larry Glover, Captain; Richard Atkins, Jim Holmes, Manuel Perkins, Terry Weatherford, Derek Young 11:00 service
Acolyte: Lucas Woodrum Lay Reader: Christy Manry Stephen Minister: Becky Archer Ushers: Richard Blackwelder, Captain; Colton Black, Larry Cline, Harold Eagle, Charlie Eichhorn, H’Nen Enuol, Brent Gentry, John Hodges, Ralph Munday, Jim Taney, Logan Woodrum Counters: Ray Harris & Margaret Woodrum Van Driver: Phil Colvard Altar Guild: (May 12-18): Carol Ingram, Anna Alexander
Volunteers for May 18, 2014 8:30 service
Acolyte: Rob Kobrin Lay Reader: Pat Browne Stephen Minister: Tom Southerland Ushers: Larry Glover, Captain; Richard Atkins, Jim Holmes, Manuel Perkins, Terry Weatherford, Derek Young 11:00 service
Acolyte: Ty Goller Lay Reader: Confirmation Class Member Stephen Minister: Florence Hardison Counters: Mike Fogleman & Dave Robson Ushers: Richard Blackwelder, Captain; Colton Black, Larry Cline, Harold Eagle, Charlie Eichhorn, H’Nen Enuol, Brent Gentry, John Hodges, Ralph Munday, Jim Taney, Logan Woodrum Van Driver Terry Weatherford Altar Guild: (May 19-25): Nancy Munday, Carrie Gowen
OUR ATTENDANCE
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2014
Worship…………………………………………………………447 (8:30 – 103……………….Porch – 18……………..11:00 – 326) Sunday School…………………………………………………262
SUNDAY, May 4, 2014
Worship…………………………………………………………455 (8:30 – 112……………….Porch - 15….…………..11:00 – 328) Sunday School…………………………………………………267
Calendar for May 11 –17, 2014
Sunday, May 11 (Mother’s Day)
8:30 am Early worship 9:30 am Muffins for Moms – Meet & Greet (FH) 9:45 am Learning Groups 11:00 am Worship service 5:45 pm No UMYF 7:00 pm Narcotics Anonymous (C1)
Monday, May 12 7:00 pm Lydia Circle (A3) 8:00 pm Narcotics Anonymous (C1)
Tuesday, May 13 10:00 am Eve Rebekah Circle (A3) 6:00 pm Preschool Board 7:00 pm Stephen Ministers (A2) 7:00 pm Trustees (A4)
Wednesday, May 14 10:00 am Alzheimers Support Group (A1&A3) 6:30 pm Breaking Free Study (A6) 7:00 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, May 15 10:30 am Preschool Graduation (Sanctuary) 6:00 pm The Porch (Rock) 7:00 pm Prayer Ministry (A13) 7:00 pm Handbell Rehearsal
Friday, May 16 10:00 am Exercise Class (Rock) 8:30 pm GCUMC Softball Game (Revolution Field)
Saturday, May 17 8:00 am Doug Coley Tennis Tournament 6:30 pm College Swim Party (Sandknop’s)
Calendar for May 18-24, 2014
Sunday, May 18
8:30 am Early Worship 9:45 am Learning Groups 11:00 am Worship 12:30 pm 1 Cor. 9:4 Running/Walking Group 5:30 pm UMYF 7:00 pm Narcotics Anonymous (C1)
Monday, May 19 6:00 pm Partnership Village Bible Study (at PV) 8:00 pm Narcotics Anonymous (FH)
Tuesday, May 20 10:00 am Sarah Circle (Rock)
Wednesday, May 21 6:00-6:40 pm UMYF Senior Banquet (FH) 6:30 pm Breaking Free Study (A6) 7:00 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, May 22 9:30 am Discerning the Voice of God Study (A4,A5,A6) 6:00 pm The Porch Worship Service (Rock) 7:00 pm Prayer Ministry (A13) 7:00 pm Handbell Practice
Friday, May 23 10:00 am Exercise Class (Rock) 7:30 pm GCUMC Softball Game (Rankin Field)
Altar Flowers – If you would like to furnish altar flowers for Sunday worship, please check the flower calendar
located on the bulletin board outside the church office for dates available. There
are several open dates for the remainder of the year.
Memorials In Memory of David Bowen
James Tew Sunday School Class Carol Ingram
Mildred Mallard Polly Scott
Bob and Jimmy Stimpson Mary Wall
In Memory of Anna Alexander’s sister, Catherine
Kent and Beth Carter Polly Scott
Bonnie Waynick
In Memory of Henry Hester (Sarah Gorham’s brother)
Margaret Appenzeller Kent and Beth Carter
Bonnie Waynick
In Memory of Al Rimmer (Gay Fischer’s brother-in-law)
Martha Johnson
In Memory of Sarah Vaughn
Kent and Beth Carter
Honorariums In Honor of our long-time piano player, Polly Scott’s 90th Birthday
James Tew Sunday School Class
In Honor of Polly Scott
Larry and Carole Stevens
