March 2016 Newsletter

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March 2016 Our Mission: To fulfill our call to be the physical presence of Jesus Christ... by worshipping God with passion, intentionally growing in faith, proclaiming the gospel with grace, and humbly serving in love.

Contents: Page 1:

Easter Celebrations

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Monthly Reflections

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Missions and Outreach

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Pastoral Care

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Kings and Queens

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WCA and WCP

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Children and Youth

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Adult Ministries

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Life Groups

Page 10: Announcements Page 11: Announcements Page 12: Church Information

Join Weddington United Methodist Church this Holy Week and Easter Sunday, as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ!

Holy Thursday (March 24) and Good Friday (March 25) services will be held in the Weddington campus Sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. In addition to our regular worship times, on Easter morning we will celebrate with a Sunrise Service at 7:00 a.m. at the cemetery entrance on Providence Road. We will also be having Easter Sunday services at out Marvin and Bonds Grove campuses.

Following, there will be a breakfast hosted by the WUMC United Methodist Men in the Family Life Center (FLC) from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

All are invited. We invite you to bring flowers on Easter Sunday to adorn the crosses sponsored by the members of the Lucy Price Circle. For more information on our Easter celebrations, see page 10.

The Weddington UMC family is a vibrant and growing congregation, and we invite you to become a part of this exciting and dynamic church, as we seek to serve as the Body of Christ in our world. God is doing great things in and through this church. We offer a variety of worship styles and ministry opportunities.

We would love to have you join us for worship, ministry, and service. As the church, we are a family. To learn more about WUMC, attend a Meet Weddington session to get to know the staff and learn more about the church. For more information on Meet Weddington see page 11.

Monthly Reflections . Reverend Dr. Terry L. Moore Holy Week and Easter March holds one of the most sacred weeks of the Christian Year. The week prior to Easter is known as Holy Week. This is the week where the tremendous working of God through Jesus Christ reaches its climax. It is during Holy Week that many of the key tenets of our faith were firmly established and ratified.

On Palm Sunday, we will ride once again with Jesus into Jerusalem. Many tried to warn Jesus that this was a suicide ride. The crowds shouted, “Hosanna!” By the end of the week, we hear the crowd shout, “crucify him!”

We will stand amazed as we hear Jesus, while dying on the cross, beg God to forgive those who are killing him since they do not know what they are doing. Our stomachs will turn when we hear Jesus proclaim that “it is finished” and die.

We will swallow hard when we hear a soldier remark, “Surely this was the Son of God.” We will feel lost and hopeless when we hear the sound of the stone being rolled across the entrance of His tomb. On Saturday, we will mourn.

Thank God, however, for Easter Sunday. On Easter Sunday we will visit the tomb only to find it empty. We will hear rumors and reports that Jesus has risen. We will then encounter the risen Christ for ourselves. We will witness the resurrection. We will hear God proclaim ultimate victory over evil, sin, and death.

On Holy Thursday, we will join with Jesus and the disciples in the Upper Room and witness the sharing of the Lord’s Supper This is the week that makes all the difference in the world. following the celebration of the Passover meal. We will witness the confusion of the disciples as they hear Jesus speak This is the week that makes a difference for all eternity. of his impending death.

In ministry together, Over the next 24 hours, we will witness the betrayal of Jesus by one of his own disciples, Judas. We will witness the denial Dr. Terry L. Moore Senior Pastor of Jesus by Peter who vowed never to forsake him. We will hear the sounds of a slap across the face of Jesus. We will hear the sounds of the whip going repeatedly across his back.

We will witness the pathetic look of a beaten man with a crown of thorns placed mockingly upon His head. We will hear the crowds shout that they had rather have a murderer released than Jesus as they demand that He be crucified. We will watch the heart of a mother break as she kneels before the cross holding her dying Son.

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Missions and Outreach Missions . Rev. Erin Yow

Foreign Mission Chairperson . Bob Consoli

Monroe Campus Update God continues to grow the ministries at the Monroe Campus. On February 9th we started offering English as a Second Language classes and have had eight students come so far, with minimal advertising in the community. We expect this ministry to grow quickly as the word spreads that we offer the classes. Each week we welcome new children to the Homework Helping ministry. When we began in October we had five students; we now regularly have eighteen. Around Valentine’s Day the children learned the song “Jesus Loves Me” during their Bible story time. Many of the children did not know the song before we taught it to them. We are starting to see how what we do is making a difference in the lives of the people in the community. One of the participants in ESL told us that her children come for homework help. Since they have been coming their grades have improved. Thank you to all the volunteers that make these ministries possible and who allow God to work through them.

Volunteer Needs: If you want to get involved at the Monroe Campus please contact Rev. Erin Yow or Kevin Veith kevin67veith@outlook.com. Below are some specific needs.

Childcare during English as a Second Language classes: Most of the students in ESL bring their children with them. In order for the parents to fully participate in the classes we are looking for caring volunteers to provide childcare once a month on Tuesday evenings from 7:00- 8:30 p.m.

Snacks are needed for both the ESL classes and the Homework Helping ministry. To help with snacks for Homework Help contact Anna-Marie Wright at amursrey@gmail.com. To help with snacks for ESL contact Lisa Keeler at lisa.keeler@weddingtonchurch.org.

Homework Helpers: Adult and youth volunteers are needed to help with homework on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:30-5:30. We have found that one-on-one help is most effective. The kids really enjoy being around youth volunteers. Contact Deedie Baldwin at deediebaldwin@yahoo.com to volunteer.

Vacation Bible School at the Monroe Campus will be July 12th-14th from 9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. for Kindergarten-5th grade students in the community.

Please contact Rev. Erin Yow if you would like to help.

WUMC’s Kenyan Missionary to visit February 29th - March 8th Pastor Simon Mwaura, the General Overseer, of the missions we support in Kenya will be at Weddington UMC February 29th-March 8th. He will spend time visiting various groups within the church including Weddington Christian Academy, the Kings and Queens, and some Life groups. Pastor Simon will join us in worship on March 6th. On Saturday, March 5th at 6:30 p.m. we are hosting a dinner in the Youth Center for anyone who wants to come learn more about what is happening with our missions in Kenya (the Home of the Good Shepherd Orphanage, the Pastor’s Training School, and God’s Grace for all Nations). The cost of the dinner is $10 per person. Please RSVP for the meal by Tuesday, March 1st to Lisa Keeler in the church office lisa.keeler@weddingtonchurch.org.

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Pastoral Care Ministry . Rev. Ed Briggs

Love Is Brewing- Adults Night Out The Coffee House and Variety Show was a big success! Everyone who attended had a great time! The desserts, coffee, fellowship and entertainers were wonderful.

A big thank you to the Family Care Team, our performers and all who helped behind the scenes to make this event so enjoyable!

Upcoming Programs Support for Domestic Violence Victims We are called by Christ to be His hands and feet to a hurting world. There is such pain and shame in domestic violence. You may wonder how you can help someone and their family who are being abused. Here’s how: prayer and emotional support are key; referrals to professionals are a must. There is a ministry in Monroe called Turning Point that helps woman and children caught in domestic violence. The phone number for Turning Point is 704-283-9150. Safe Alliance in Mecklenburg County serves the same purpose. The number for Safe Alliance is 704-944-0169. They also have a 24 hour Crisis Hot Line number which is 704-332-2513. There is a 1-800 National Domestic Violence Hotline number and that number is 1-800-799-7233.

Michelle McDevitt Askew at our Weddington Christian Counseling Center can be of help as well. Her number at the center is 704-814-4220. We can make a difference in stopping domestic violence one person at a time. Join Weddington UMC as we seek to make a difference in the lives of hurting families affected by domestic violence.

DivorceCare Are you or someone you know experiencing separation and divorce? This life event can be painful and one that isn’t meant to be gone through alone. That’s why we offer DivorceCare at Weddington. The first session of DivorceCare for the new year will begin on March 1 at 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Center. If you would like more information about DivorceCare or would like to sign up, please contact Sandra McKee at the church office at 704-846-1032 or at sandra.mckee@weddingtonchurch.org.

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Pastoral Care Stephen Ministers Are Available for Support There is no shame in admitting one’s need for assistance. It is an act of strength through Christ when we reach out for support. If you desire support with where you are in life, you may want to consider having a Stephen Minister. Contact Rev. Ed Briggs at the church office at (704)-846-1032 or by email at ed.briggs@weddingtonchurch.org or Beverly Watkins, our referrals coordinator at (704)-562-5040 or bwatkins83@yahoo.com to see if a Stephen Minister is right for you.

A Testimony from a Stephen Ministry Beneficiary “In the mid-90s I became a Stephen Minister while living in St. Louis. Never did I think I would enlist the help of a Stephen Minister for myself. However, on June 22, 2015 my life changed dramatically. I called Ed and told him I needed help. In no time he had a Stephen Minister for me to meet. She and I met and I knew it was a perfect match. Her experience in the Ministry has helped me understand my new life challenges, be able to sort out problems, and realize rushing through the challenges was not the answer. She’s there for me if and when I need to talk and have a non-judgmental listener. Meeting every other week for tea or lunch with her is something I look forward to doing. I feel blessed she is in my life and feel sure that after I no longer need a Stephen Minister, she will remain a friend. Weddington UMC is blessed to have an active Stephen Ministry program. These loving, caring individuals are here for anyone in need of a confidential listener. Please reach out to them if and when you need help. You’ll be happy you did.”

-Diane Martin

WUMC Support Groups NA Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Room 2

AA Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall

Fridays, 10:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Room 2 Contact: John, slashtwentyfore@gmail.com or 252-643-3551

ALANON Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Room 2

Saturdays, 8:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Contact: Heather, hfhicks13@yahoo.com or 704-290-4290

Food Addiction Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall

Contact: CJ, coytjr@gmail.com or 704-207-9430

Contact: Don, hanssally@aol.com or 704-243-0765

Contact: Joyce, jbain914@gmail.com or 704-256-7026

Room 2, Contact: Elizabeth, 704-281-7619

1st Saturday monthly, 3:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Contact: Wayne, jrstillson@msn.com or 704-458-6090

Kings and Queens . Sandra McKee

Senior Adult Ministry The Kings & Queens will meet on Thursday, March 3 at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Join us for a time of fellowship, games, and a wonderful lunch. Pastor Simon will speak to us about our ministry in Kenya.

Our next Friendship Luncheon will be on Wednesday, March 16, 11:30 a.m. at Golden Corral in Monroe. If you would like to ride with the group, please contact Sandra McKee at 704-846-1032 and meet us at the Weddington Campus Fellowship Hall parking lot at 11:00 a.m.

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Weddington Christian Academy Adell Keen, Principal News and Announcements Operation Sandwich was a huge success! On January 27, students and parent volunteers set a goal of making 1550 sandwiches to be delivered to Urban Ministries in Uptown Charlotte. WCA blew past that amount and made over 1800 sandwiches to help feed the homeless that day! What an awesome way to minister to others! Thanks to Mrs. Renee Houghton for organizing this event and to all of the parent volunteers!

Annual Dad’s Breakfast The annual Dad’s breakfast on February 5th was a huge success! The students had a wonderful time hosting their dads and showing them just how special our dads and granddads are to us. Everyone was in the Superbowl spirit as they dressed in their Panthers attire. Congratulations to Jordan Satterfield who won the $1000 tuition credit for the 2016-2017 school year. A HUGE ‘Thank You’ to the Weddington United Methodist Church Men’s Group for making the delicious breakfast!

Invest in a Child The annual ‘Invest in a Child Campaign’ will kick off at the PTF meeting on March 3rd at 6:30 p.m. All students K-8th will participate in a brief program for this event. Please prayerfully consider supporting our school during this time.

Stay up to date on all of the exciting news and events from WCA! Be sure to ‘Like’ us on Facebook and visit our website at www.weddingtonchristianacademy.org.

Weddington Christian Preschool Emily Campbell, Director Upcoming Events WCP Summer Camps Registration forms may be printed from the website! Camp dates are June 7-9, July 12-15, and August 9-12.

March Mission We will be collecting chocolate candy for Caring Heart treat bags. Please leave individually wrapped candies in the marked container at the Children’s Entrance through March 16th.

Golf Tournament Got the winter blues? Ready to get outside? Want to help your favorite Preschool??

Weddington Christian Preschool is having a 4-Person Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament at the Ballantyne Resort Golf Club on Monday, March 21st at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $100 per person or $400 per team.

Drinks and snacks will be provided along with dinner after the round. There will be prizes for the winning team as well as long drive and closest to the pin! Also, hole sponsorship can be purchased for $150. Hole sponsorship forms are available by email. The registration form for this event will be sent home in backpacks. You may also register and pay online on the church website. For more information, please call/text Corey Glass at 704-301-9202. This event will benefit both of the Weddington Christian Preschool campuses, so please join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship on March 21st!

A Parent’s Life and Support Group Become empowered and confident in your parenting decisions this month. From 9:3011:30a.m., join us at WCP for prayer, coffee, and lots of discussion on child development, discipline, boundaries, and early childhood expectations. Topics will vary according to participant discussion. This all-adult group will meet twice per month (Tuesday/Wednesday rotation) through the end of the school year. All are welcome to attend any or all sessions. Child care is not available beyond regular preschool enrolled attendance. Facilitator/presenter: Cameron Lazenby, Behavior Intervention Specialist with Thompson Child and Family Focus. Next Meeting dates: March 9 and March 22.

Please RSVP via email to wcp@weddingtonchurch.org.

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Children and Youth Ministries Children’s Ministry . Carolyn Nelson He is Risen! Adult volunteers are needed in our church nurseries to help celebrate Easter with our littlest lambs. Volunteers are needed at the 9:30 and 11:00 services. Please come and bless our little children with your love. Contact Emily Gray to volunteer.

Easter Eggstravaganza Come and join the fun at our annual Easter Eggstravaganza to be held on Saturday, March 19 at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. There will be egg hunts, crafts, petting zoo, jump house, cupcakes and, of course, the Easter message told in a fun way. Bring your Easter basket and be on time. Our first egg hunt will start at 10:10 a.m. Many hands are needed to help out. Please consider volunteering and watching the smiles on many faces throughout the morning.

News from the Ark A weekly email update delivered to your mailbox is now available to the parents of our children’s ministry program. If you would like to receive this weekly update, please send your email address to Tonya Tapp at tonya.tapp@weddingtonchurch.org.

Part-Time Nursery Positions We have openings for Nursery & Childcare Providers in the daytime, evenings, and Sunday mornings. Applicants must enjoy working with children in a classroom setting and have a strong desire to provide quality childcare to the children of our church. For more information and/or to be considered for one of these positions, please contact Emily Gray at emily.weddingtonchildcare@gmail.com.

Vacation Bible School Registration begins this month! VBS will be June 20 – June 24, 2016. Come and experience worship, games, snacks, crafts and Bible adventures. Children age 5 by August 31, 2016 through children currently in 4th grade can register. Registration begins on Sunday, March 20 between church services at the KidCheck station and at the FLC for the 10:10 service and continues for six weeks. Registrations can also be sent to the church either through mail or by dropping off.

Registration material will be available online beginning March 20th. Learn more about VBS on our website: www.weddingtonchurch.org/children.

Youth Ministry . Charlie Brown Sunday Night Youth begins at 6:30 p.m. There are

programs for Jr. and Sr. High students, with Bible study and games. Afterward, everyone comes together for worship.

Youth Bible Study Join us on Wednesdays from 7:00 8:00 p.m. in the Youth Center. Doors are open from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Palm Sunday Confirmation Service is March 20,

at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary, with reception to follow. We celebrate as our youth confess their faith in Christ and join Christ’s holy church. All are welcome to be a part of this special event.

Senior High Retreat In February, our Senior High youth had the opportunity to retreat to the coast for a weekend. The cool weather kept us inside for the majority of our time, which allowed everyone to bond as a group. We cooked and dined together, worshiped together, played games together and had intentional time for growth in small groups. Our trip was a real retreat as we all needed the time to unplug and focus on God. The theme for the retreat was Renewal and it fit the purpose of our trip in the most appropriate way! Thank you to all of the youth and volunteers who participated.

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Adult Ministries . Rev. Mark Curtis United Methodist Women (UMW)

United Methodist Men (UMM)

Lucy Price Circle We will have our March meeting at Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall at 7:00 p.m. on March 8 when we will make plans for the Easter flower crosses and also have a fun time with Wendy Williams instructing us on making cards by stamping. Do you ever have a need for a special card for an occasion and would like to have something unique to express your feelings? Come and join us and let’s learn together how we might do that.

UMM Men’s Connection Breakfast

The UMM meet in the Youth Center of the Family Life Center from 7:30-9:00 a.m. twice a month for food, fellowship, and to discuss various topics.

All men are invited!

This month we will gather on March 13th and will be hearing from Scott McAdams.

The circle normally meets on the second Tuesday night of each month, from September through May, and is committed to fellowship and service.

Contact Carolyn Canzonieri at c_canzonieri@carolina. rr.com or Dorie Mayes at doriemayes@gmail.com with any questions or for additional information.

Mary Martha Circle welcomes Pastor Simon from Kenya to our meeting on March 4th at 9:30 in the Fellowship Hall. Please join us for an inspirational and uplifting meeting. Women of all ages are welcome!

Susanna Wesley Circle Due to the Weddington Kids Consignment Sale, the Susanna Wesley Circle will not have a regular meeting in March.

If you have any questions, please contact secretaryswc@gmail.com.

Carolina Pounds to Victory in Food Drive Thank you to everyone who participated in the #UnitedMethodistsKeepPounding Food Drive versus Denver! Thanks to your help, the Carolinas collected a total of 636,891 items and 177,000 pounds of potatoes.

The challengers from Denver collected 360,664 items during the same time period from over 140 sites in Colorado and several western states. We may have lost in the Super Bowl, but we all win in this. Way to go everyone!

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The Lucy Price Circle during their February meeting

Adult Ministries Life Group Ministries . Rev. Mark Curtis New Life Groups At WUMC We celebrated our new Life Group Ministry with our Life Group Launch on Sunday January 31st. We are excited to begin this new journey of life and faith together. If you missed the Launch, it’s not too late. If you would like to know more about Life Groups at Weddington UMC please contact Rev. Mark Curtis at (704)-814-1308 or mark.curtis@weddingtonchurch.org.

Men’s Life Groups -Jeff Vawter/Bryan Lynip, Sunday 6:30 p.m., Pine Room, Marvin Campus -Brian King, every other Tuesday 7:00 p.m., Hemby House in Room 5 -Young Professionals Men, Tuesday 7:30 p.m., Hemby House -Dwight Jacobs, Tuesday 7:30 p.m., Hemby House -Gary Fitzer, Friday 6:30 a.m., Youth Center -Tom Coleman, Friday 6:45 a.m., Jay Emry Room -John Williams, Friday 7:00 a.m., Hemby House

Women’s Life Groups -Women’s LG, Sunday, 4:30 p.m., Room 209 -Lynn Poteate, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Room 209 -Heather Brown, Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., Hemby House -Lilies Group, Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., Hemby House -Rev. Erin Yow, Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., Hemby House -Artist’s Life Group, Thursday, 9:30 a.m., Hemby House -Sew Many Blessings, 1st Saturday each month, 9:00 a.m., Bonds Grove

Co-ed Life Groups -Meredith LG, Sunday 6:30 p.m., Marvin Creek -Young Professionals, Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Jay Emry Room -Olde Providence North, Thursday, 7:00 p.m., Briggs residence -Weddington Riders Life Group (co-ed group of motorcycle enthusiasts!)

Adult Sunday School Studies Agape Foundations Jay Emry

The Names and Titles of God Parables of Luke 15 Adult Comprehensive Bible Study, by David Cook

Youth Center, Main Area Room 19 Room 214/215

Shepherds View

The Seven Deadliest Sins

Room 209

10:45 a.m.

Faith in Action

War Room

Room 210

11:00 a.m.

Closer Walk Cornerstone Crossroads Great Walk Doers of the Word

The Life and Writings of Dietrich Bonhoeffer Expecting to See Jesus, by Ann Graham Lotz 2nd Corinthians True Spirituality, by Chip Ingram Philippians

Room 19 Room 214/215 Youth Center, 102 Youth Center 101 Helms Hall, Room 213

Light of the World

Where I Am, by Billy Graham

Room 209

Journeys New Creation

The Revival, by Adam Hamilton When God’s Spirit Moves, by Jim Cymbala

FLC, Multipurpose Room Youth Center 203

9:30 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

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Music and Arts Ministry . Dr. Reginald Houze

Good Friday Music The Music and Arts Ministry will present

The Seven Last Words of Christ by Théodore Dubois featuring The Chancel Choir with guest soloists: soprano Manna KnJoi, tenor Timothy W. Sparks, and baritone Ted Federle. The Charlotte Symphony’s principal harpist Andrea Mumm and timpanist Nathan Matthews from Winthrop University will join our Weddington organist Derrick Byars for the Good Friday presentation. The work will be conducted by Dr. Reginald M. Houze, Director of Music and Arts. Make plans to come hear Christ’s final statements from the Cross on March 25th at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.

Holy Week Worship Schedule Palm Sunday 8:15 a.m. Regular Service

9:30, 10:10, and 11:00 a.m. Palm Sunday Processions by the children and a live miniature donkey to

commemorate Christ’s entry into Jerusalem, with The Children’s Choir singing at 11:00 Holy Thursday 7:00 p.m. in Sanctuary with Holy Communion Good Friday 7:00 p.m. in Sanctuary The Seven Last Words of Christ by Théodore Dubois Easter Sunday 7:00 a.m. Sunrise Service in Cemetery with Brass Quintet

8:15 a.m. in the Sanctuary with full Chancel Choir, Brass Quintet and Percussion

9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary

10:10 a.m. in the the Family Life Center

11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary with full Chancel Choir, Brass Quintet and Percussion

Kids Consignment Sale Weddington Kid’s Consignment Sale is this month! Come shop more than 35,000 items for newborns to teens. We have everything from strollers and highchairs to XBox games and prom dresses! Our shoppers find high quality, gently used items for a fraction of the retail cost. Weddington Kids Consignment is best known for racks and racks of clothes and specifically our Boutique Section. This Spring, we’ll have a new Teen Space for your picky teenager to find all the name brands.

Hours are: Friday, March 11th PRESALE- 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $10/per person entry fee.

Saturday, March 12th SALE- 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

HALF-PRICE SALE- 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. *most items half price Last year WKC was able to donate almost $50,000 to many ministries of the church and local organizations.

For more information visit our website and find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Church Announcements Meet Weddington Sessions

Wednesdays @ Weddington

Interested in becoming a part of the Weddington UMC family? As your clergy, program staff, and fellow Christians, it will be our privilege to grow and serve together. We request that anyone interested in membership attend one of our Meet Weddington Church sessions.

W@W is a church-wide fellowship meal that begins at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Dinner is followed by various Bible studies, youth and children’s programming and support groups. Reservations are not required. The estimated cost per meal is $5.00 with a family maximum of $20. All dinners come with bread and dessert.

At Meet Weddington, you will enjoy an informal time of fellowship, meet the pastoral and ministry staff, hear an overview of the ministry and mission of the church and get answers to any questions you may have about Weddington UMC. Meet Weddington Church sessions are usually held on the 4th Sunday of each month at 4:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center Multipurpose Room. The next meeting will be on March 20th.

March Menu Mar. 6- Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, creamed spinach Mar. 13- Spaghetti and meatballs, salad bar with broccoli salad Mar. 20- Chili, baked potato and salad bar Mar. 27- Baked ham, potato salad, oven roasted green beans

Resource Center Whether it’s family movie night, bedtime story time, mom or dad’s time to unwind or time for some Christian inspiration, the Resource Center has something special for you. The WUMCRC is located in Room 212 in the Sanctuary Building. It is currently open only on Sunday mornings from 9:15 until 12:15. The RC is volunteer staffed. If you are interested in helping in this ministry, please contact resourcecenter@weddingtonchurch.org.

This Month in the Resource Center Visit the Resource Center during the Lenten season to find devotionals, studies, books, audio and DVD’s for both adults and children that will aid in one’s journey of understanding the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

JAARS Day Join us on Saturday, March 12, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for JAARS Day! Join people of all ages for a fun, family friendly, informative open-house event. Free aviation demonstrations, media demonstrations in various languages, ethnic clothing and musical instruments, boat rides, children’s fun activities, and more. Learn how transportation, information technology, and media make Bible translation possible—even in remote and sensitive areas. Lunch and rides in a small aircraft, helicopter, or four-wheel-drive vehicle are available for a fee.

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Hence I cannot be silent, and indeed I ought not to be, about the many blessings and the great grace which the Lord has designed to bestow upon me.

SAINT PATRICK

Sunday Worship Times 8:15 a.m.

Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:30 a.m.

Praise and Worship (Sanctuary) 9:30 a.m.

Traditional (Marvin Campus) 10:10 a.m.

Acoustic Praise and Worship (FLC) 11:00 a.m.

Traditional (Sanctuary) 11:00 a.m.

Traditional (Bonds Grove Campus)

Weddington Christian Counseling Center Weddington Christian Counseling Center is a place of healing and growth for members of Weddington United Methodist Church, as well as the community.

The Center is located at the Marvin Campus of WUMC. Call (704) 814-4220 or email mmaskewcounseling@gmail.com for appointments.

Rev. Dr. Terry L. Moore, Senior Pastor terry.moore@weddingtonchurch.org

Elizabeth Mitchell, Director of Communications elizabeth.mitchell@weddingtonchurch.org

Rev. Erin Yow, Associate Pastor erin.yow@weddingtonchurch.org

Ruth Cooley, Executive Assistant ruth.cooley@weddingtonchurch.org

Rev. Mark Curtis, Associate Pastor mark.curtis@weddingtonchurch.org

Sandra McKee, Admin. Assistant sandra.mckee@weddingtonchurch.org

Rev. Ed Briggs, Minister of Pastoral Care ed.briggs@weddingtonchurch.org

Linda Caskey, Financial Assistant linda.caskey@weddingtonchurch.org

Rev. David Locke, Associate Pastor david.locke@weddingtonchurch.org

Lisa Keeler, Admin. Assistant lisa.keeler@weddingtonchurch.org

Dr. Reginald Houze, Director of Music & Arts reginald.houze@weddingtonchurch.org

Tonya Tapp, Admin. Assistant tonya.tapp@weddingtonchurch.org

Derrick Byars, Organist and Music Assistant derrick.byars@weddingtonchurch.org

Adell Keen, WCA Principal akeen@weddingtonchristianacademy.org

Cory Dover, Director of Praise & Worship Music cory.dover@weddingtonchurch.org

Emily Campbell, WCP Director wcp@weddingtonchurch.org

Charlie Brown, Minister of Youth charlie.brown@weddingtonchurch.org

Jamie Edmondson, WCP Assistant Director bgcps@weddingtonchurch.org

Carolyn Nelson, Children’s Minister carolyn.nelson@weddingtonchurch.org

Jan Williams, Mother’s Morning Out Director jan.williams@weddingtonchurch.org

Rev. Leroy Henry Affiliated United Methodist Clergy Justin Lineberry, 10:10 Worship Leader JoAnn Horstman, Business Administrator joann.horstman@weddingtonchurch.org

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Mike Carver, Facilities Manager mcar1973@earthlink.net Kim Veith, Food Service Director kim.veith@weddingtonchurch.org

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Church Office Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:30 - 12:00 p.m.

704-846-1032 Campuses Weddington Campus 13901 Providence Road Weddington, NC 28104 Sanctuary Building and Family Life Center (FLC) Bonds Grove Campus 8215 Bonds Grove Church Rd Waxhaw, NC 28173 Marvin Campus 9914 New Town Rd Marvin, NC 28173 Monroe Campus 520 Engleside St Monroe, NC 28110