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May 2017

Humbly Serving in Love Fair Sunday, May 7

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.

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The Apostle Paul in First Corinthians 12 emphasizes the role of spiritual gifts. God has gifted us with varying abilities and talents. He calls us to come together as the body of Christ to live out our gifts. Since everyone is not gifted the same way, it takes us all to come together to effectively be the hands and feet of Jesus. We are having a Humbly Serving in Love Fair on Sunday, May 7 from 10:30-11:00 a.m. in Helms Hall and then from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. in the Family Life Center. This fair will give you an opportunity to discern your spiritual gifting and to discover ways you may be able to serve in ministry. Come join us for an enjoyable event of fellowship as we seek to “Humbly Serve in Love Together.� Please contact Rev. Ed Briggs at the church office for more information.

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HSIL Fair/Ladies Night Out

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Monthly Reflection

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Missions and Outreach

Ladies Night Out

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Pastoral Care

Saturday, May 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center

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Adult Ministries

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Adult Ministries

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Adult Ministries

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WCA & WCP

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Children & Youth Ministries

Page 10: Music & Evangelism Page 11: Announcements Page 12: Church Information

LADIES Night Out May 6, 2017 6:30 - 8:30 WUMC Women's ministries invites you to a night of fun fellowship, donation prizes, desert, worship from professional singer/songwriter, Emily Lynch and an uplifting message from author, Elizabeth Maxon. We will be rising money

WUMC Women's Ministries invites you to a night of fun fellowship, donation prizes, dessert, worship with professional singer/songwriter Emily Lynch, and an uplifting message from author Elizabeth Maxon. We will be raising money for scholarships for our annual Women's Fall Retreat (Nov. 3-5).

Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $18 with FREE childcare. You can purchase tickets on the church website: www.weddingtonchurch.org/ladies-nightout. For more information, please contact Rev. Amy Hutchison.

WELCOME TO WEDDINGTON UMC 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 - Rev. Dr. Terry L. Moore Mother's Day Mother’s Day is a special day. Each year we pause to think about our mothers and those who have shaped our lives.

We give thanks to God and share memories as we think about our mothers who have gone before us. We give thanks to God and reach out in love to our mothers who are in our lives today. We give thanks to God and celebrate those, who like mothers, have shaped us. We give thanks to God and celebrate those who are mothers, or like mothers, to the ones we love.

I was blessed to be raised by a Christian mother. I am the fourth of five children. Our mother made sure we had everything we needed growing up. She made sure we had supplies for school, insisted that we do our homework, and try our best. She led us to church and volunteered in Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, youth programs, and other events because she knew our walk with Jesus Christ was vital.

I was blessed to have a Christian grandmother. She was a pistol and the epitome of a country grandma. She had no filter. If she thought it, she said it. She loved us and spoiled us. We would ride our bicycles the 1.5 miles to her house.

She would be ready for us with fried apple pies or something else amazing. Every Sunday, she joined our family for Sunday lunch. There are so many memories and stories of Grandma.

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And, I am blessed to be married to a Christian mother. She loves our kids and they have never doubted it. She was involved in their education from preschool through, well, today. She still proofreads papers for all of us. She insisted they be active in their walk with Jesus Christ. Being the wife of the pastor, she had all the responsibility for our children on Sundays. She made sure they were up, dressed, and ready for Sunday School and worship. She volunteered to lead Vacation Bible School and was always helping in some way throughout their children and youth ministries. They know they can count on Mom. Most all of us have been blessed by a mother or someone like a mother in our lives. Mother’s Day is a time to pause, remember, give thanks to God, and share our gratitude with those who have shaped us. Take some intentional time to be with family. And, let them know you love them and thank God for them. Thanks Mom! In ministry together, Rev. Dr. Terry L. Moore Senior Pastor

Missions Missions . Rev. Rocio Ávila-Ramírez.

Foreign Mission Chairperson . Bob Consoli

News and Announcements The Great Week of Service will be August 13-20, 2017! We will begin with a commissioning on August 13 during Sunday Worship Service, spend a full week in service to God, our neighbors and community, and close with a prayer of gratitude and joy on August 20 also during Sunday worship. We invite you to serve with love and an open heart. We look forward to having service projects especially with local agencies we serve year round such as Operation Reach Out, the community of our Monroe Campus, Union County Community Shelter, and others.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Ministry Our Adult English as a Second Language Ministry at our Monroe Campus is entering another end of school year! This year, a second level class was added doubling our student attendance with an average of 5-6 students per class. This also offered an opportunity for advancement in development. In addition, the childcare that we offer has been a huge blessing for our students. An average of 16 children and teens are in childcare each week as their parents are learning from one of our excellent volunteer English teachers. Teaching parents English helps keep families closer considering that their children are primarily English speaking Americans. Thank you to all who have supported these families as they assimilate into a new language and culture.

Outdoor Family Movie Night at our Monroe Campus! On Friday, June 2, we will enjoy watching "Finding Dory" at 6:30 p.m. at our Monroe Campus parking lot. This will provide an opportunity for healthy family time and to help us continue building relationships with our community for the purpose of Christ’s Kingdom.

Monroe Campus Service Opportunity We are hosting a Dental Clinic on Saturday, June 10, at our Monroe Campus, from 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. If you are in the dental field and would like to volunteer your services (we are in special need of a dentist) please contact Lisa Keeler at the church front office.

Operation Sandwich will take place in the Fellowship Hall on May 13. Please come join us from 9:00-10:00 a.m. to help prepare sandwiches for our homeless neighbors.

For more information on any of these service opportunities, or others, please contact the church office or email Lisa Keeler or Rev. Rocio Ávila-Ramírez.

Save the Date: Monroe Campus Vacation Bible Camp July 10-13 We are bringing VBC to the Monroe campus for the second time! On Monday, July 10, we will open our doors to the children who live in the neighborhoods surrounding our Monroe campus. This VBC team is so excited to share the light and show God’s love to these children. Many volunteers are needed! Contact Carolyn Nelson to learn more.

VBS at the Monroe Campus in 2016 Page 3

Pastoral Care Pastoral Care Ministry . Rev. Ed Briggs News and Announcements Monroe Campus Reach Out on May 20 at 10:00 a.m.

You are invited to join us as we seek to reach out to the senior adults who live near our Monroe Campus. We will be visiting seniors with a goody basket as a way to let them know of our love and support for them. Each senior will receive a card ahead of time to inform them of our plans. If you would like to be a part of this meaningful outreach, please contact Rev. Ed Briggs.

Waltonwood Pianist A pianist is needed for the 4:00 p.m. Sunday worship service at the Waltonwood Assisted Living residence. This servant in ministry would be needed once or twice a month. Please let Rev. Ed Briggs know if you feel called to be a part of this very vital ministry.

Stephen Ministry Testimony "I found out about the Stephen Ministry last Spring and I have been meeting with a Stephen Minister since then. I was and continue to face a difficult time in my life. I am so thankful and blessed to have had the opportunity to spend time with a Stephen Minister. She has been helping me by spending time with me, caring about me, listening to me, and praying with me. I will always remember and be thankful for this uplifting experience." -Anonymous

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.

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

AL-ANON Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Hemby House

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

1st Saturday monthly, 3:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Contact: Wayne, jrstillson@msn.com or 704-458-6090 Page 4

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

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

Room 2, Contact: Joyce, 704-606-4061

Adult Ministries Women's Ministry Susanna Wesley Circle would like to cordially invite you to our last meeting until fall on Friday, May 5 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Helms Hall. We are really excited about this upcoming meeting! We have invited many of the organizations that benefit from the consignment sale donations to share how the sale has helped the mission of their organization. This meeting will be a great opportunity to mingle with these groups and find out how we can continue in a relationship with them. We also think it is a great opportunity for everyone to get a better understanding of how the sale benefits many in need. All of the work of the consignment sale goes to great use in our community!

If you have never attended SWC, please come! This is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and find out more about the sale. We would love to have you. Childcare is available in the Nursery wing at Weddington United Methodist Church from 9:15-11:45 a.m.

Feel free to bring a friend to share in the great fellowship that SWC has to offer. If you have any questions or would like to come, please contact secretaryswc@gmail.com.

We are in continuous prayer that our message in every meeting will lead many to grow in their faith of Jesus Christ our Savior.

Lucy Price Circle We invite all ladies of the church to join us for the Lucy Price Circle meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16, in the Multi-Purpose Room of the FLC. Please note that this is the third Tuesday, a change from our normal meeting time as well as a new location. We will begin the evening with a salad dinner, so bring a favorite salad to share.

Rev. Rocio Ávila-Ramírez will share her testimony with us. This will be a great opportunity to meet and learn more about our Missions Pastor.

Lucy Price normally meets on the second Tuesday evening of the month from September through May. All women of the church are invited to join us. You may contact Carolyn Canzonieri at cpc.canzonieri@gmail.com for additional information about the circle.

Mary Martha Circle will meet on Wednesday, May 3, for an end-of-year luncheon at Red Rocks Cafe. Members will meet at the restaurant at 11:45 a.m. or at 11:15 a.m. to carpool from the WUMC Fellowship Hall parking lot.

We welcome all ladies of the church to join us the first Friday of every month September through May for fellowship.

Contact Mary Revels at revelsmary@carolina.rr.com or Tommie Craig at tommiecraig@carolina.rr.com for more information.

United Methodist Men (UMM) Men’s Connection Breakfast The United Methodist Men meet in the Youth

Center of the Family Life Center from 7:30-9:00 a.m. twice a month on Sunday for food, fellowship, and to discuss various topics. All men are welcome! Our next meetings will be May 7 and 21.

This Month's Topics • May 7- We have Brad Blocker speaking on his past trips to Kenya and the

upcoming trip this summer.

• May 21- Candace Shelton on the Virginia Veterans memorial ahead of the upcoming Memorial Day. *Please note- This month's meetings are not on the regular second and fourth Sundays.

Easter Sunday Breakfast hosted by the UMM

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Adult Ministries . Rev. Mark Curtis Resource Center : Great Books! Staff Recommendation - Rev. Dr. Terry L. Moore Eugene H. Peterson's, Eat This Book: A Conversation in the Art of Spiritual Reading William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company

Bible study is vital. This is why I often teach Disciple Bible Study. This is the “Word of God for the people of God.” Many of us struggle reading the Bible. Albert Outler, a biblical scholar and theologian, reminds us that we often read the Bible the wrong way. It is less a book “about God” and more a “revelation of God” (Disciple 1 video).

Eugene Peterson is the biblical scholar who gave us the paraphrase of the Bible known as The Message. He also wrote Eat This Book: A Conversation in the Art of Spiritual Reading. Spiritual reading of scripture leads us to participate in God’s continuing story and receive inspiration from God through the sacred text.

Peterson states, “The biblical story invites us as participants into something larger than our sin-defined needs, into something truer than our culture-stunted ambitions. We enter these stories and recognize ourselves as participants, whether willing or unwilling, in the life of God” (p41). He continues, “If we have not entered this text as participants, we aren’t going to understand what is going on. This text cannot be understood by watching it from the bleachers – or even from expensive box seats. We are in on it” (p69).

“Bible verses are not fortune cookies to be broken open at random” (Peterson, p101). The Bible is a sacred gift from God. Eat This Book gives us guidance and encouragement as we engage this word from God. Peterson reminds us, “Readers become what they read” (p20).

You can check out a copy of this Great Book! as well as many other fine Christian resources from the WUMC Resource Center located just off of Helms Hall in Room 212 or online at www.weddingtonchurch.org/resource-center.

Adult Sunday School Studies 9:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

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Agape Foundations Jay Emry

1, 2, and 3 John 1 John, 2 John, and 3 John, led by Barbara Bennett Adult Comprehensive Bible Study, by David Cook

Youth Center, Main Area Room 19 Room 214/215

Shepherds View

The Seven Deadliest Sins

Helms Hall Room 213

Closer Walk

Tell Someone with Greg Laurie

Room 19

Cornerstone Crossroads Great Walk Doers of the Word Light of the World

Revelation, led by Kent and Nancy Allain The Easter Experience by Kyle Idleman True Spirituality, by Chip Ingram 1 and 2 Thessalonians Experiencing God, by Henry Blackabye

Room 214/215 Youth Center, 102 Youth Center 101 FLC, Multi-Purpose Room Helms Hall Room 213

Revival, by Adam Hamilton Down to Earth, by Michael Slaughter

Youth Center Room 204 Youth Center 203

Journeys New Creation

Adult Ministries Life Group Second Sunday Connection Are you interested in a Life Group? Every second Sunday of the month, a member of our Life Group Ministry Team will be at the coffee stations in Helms Hall and at our Hospitality Tables in the FLC gym before and after each worship service to answer any questions you may have about Life Groups here at WUMC. Our “Connectors,” as we call them, will be wearing blue Connector shirts so they can be easily identified.

Our upcoming Second Sunday Connection will be May 14. We look forward to helping you get connected!

Resource Center Come in and see what's new and special for May! 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 WUMC RC is located in Room 212 in the Sanctuary Building. It is currently open only on Sunday mornings from 9:15 until 12:15. The Resource Center is volunteer staffed. If you are interested in helping in this ministry, please contact resourcecenter@weddingtonchurch.org.

Kings & Queens . Sandra McKee Next K&Q meeting is May 11 – The Bald Eagles (Ken Freno and Karl Wollner) will be returning with a new musical program.

Next Golden Corral Lunch Outing: May 17 Upcoming Trips:

• May 15: Tiger World • May 22: Rescheduled - Stowe Botanical Garden. Contact Sandra McKee for more information.

• June 8: "Wheel of MISfortune!" Thursday, June 8 at 11:00 a.m. NarroWay Productions, Cost: $24 including lunch. What happens when a popular game show host is missing from the set? Spin the wheel, uncover the clues and solve more than a puzzle. Vanna can't help you here! It's the "Wheel of MISfortune!"

The Creation & The Ark Trip Join us for a trip with Christian Tours to Kentucky to see Noah’s Ark, which is a life-sized recon-

struction of Noah’s Ark built according to the dimensions given in the Bible and other sites. A $200 deposit is due to complete your registration. Contact Sandra McKee for additional information.

Jeff Keener as "Elvis" for our April meeting

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Weddington Christian Academy . Adell Keen, Principal Challenging the mind, preparing the heart, nurturing the soul.

Congratulations WCA Graduates!

At the end of our school year in May, WCA will celebrate three graduations: the Kindergarten class, the Fifth grade class and the Eighth grade class. It is a wonderful time to reflect on how these students have grown and been nurtured at WCA. It is also a bittersweet time as we say goodbye to our eighth graders.

Congratulations to all of our 2016-2017 WCA Graduates!

5th Grade Class

8th Grade Class

Kindergarten Class

Weddington Christian Preschool . Emily Campbell, Director News and Announcements Registration for WCP Summer Camps. Registration is open to all for our 2017 Summer Camps, with only a few spots left! Please visit our website for more information and forms. Summer camp dates are June 6-8, July 11-14, and August 8-11.

Graduation Celebration for 4’s and 5’s • Bonds Grove Campus - May 23 at 6:00 p.m. in the BGC Sanctuary • Weddington Campus - May 24 at 10:30 a.m. in the Weddington Campus Sanctuary Last Day of Preschool for 2016-2017 will be Wednesday, May 24, with an early dismissal at noon.

A WCP Weddington Campus Tour will be offered Wednesday, May 10. This will be the last Weddington Campus tour for this school year. Tours will start at the main WUMC sanctuary entrance near the fountain at 2:00 p.m. To respect the privacy and security of children and families enrolled at WCP, tours will be offered on the Bonds Grove campus by appointment only.

Please call 704-843-6785 or email us.

The WCP BG Campus during their Spring Choral Program on April 27.

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Children and Youth Ministries Children’s Ministry . Carolyn Nelson News and Announcements Maker Fun Factory: Created By God, Built for a Purpose! Monday, June 26- Friday, June 30 Vacation Bible Camp registration is now open! Register your child between services and at the KidCheck station or download the forms from our website.

Children who will turn age 5 by August 31 through rising 5th graders are invited to attend. VBC will be held on Monday, June 26- Friday, June 30 from 9:00 a.m.-12 noon. Cost is $10 per child and includes an iron-on transfer for a t-shirt. Music CD’s can be purchased for an additional $7.00. Our church will be buzzing with excitement as curious kids become hands-on inventors who discover they are lovingly crafted by God. Many volunteers needed too—both adults and youth. Questions, please contact Carolyn Nelson.

VBS Volunteer Orientation will be held on Wednesday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 13 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in Helms Hall.

All volunteers (youth included) are required to attend ONE of these sessions. Childcare is provided in the nursery wing. We will eat fun food, meet our VBC teammates, learn more about volunteering, and sing fun VBC songs!

GLOW! Join us for our last GLOW of the school year as we say goodbye to our 5th graders on Friday, May 12, from 6:30-9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. We will have fun games, pizza and worship. Charlie Brown and Meredith Hinton of our Youth Ministry will also be there to share all about youth group. Children in the 4th and 5th grade are invited to bring a friend but remember they must be in 4th or 5th grade to come! Can’t wait to see you!

Promotion Sunday is coming! On Sunday, June 4, our children will take a “step up” and move on to their new classes. Room assignments will be posted throughout the children’s wing. Children who will turn age 3 by August 31, 2017 and are potty trained can move to the 3 year old class. Children who will turn age 4 by August 31, 2017 can move up to the 4’s classroom.

Summer Sunday School Won’t you join the Children’s Ministry in keeping these classes open as we continue sharing Jesus with the children? Parents are encouraged to teach just twice over the summer (June-August) either in your child’s class or another classroom. Summer schedules will be mailed at the end of May. If you would like to get the dates that work for your schedule, email Carolyn the dates you are free, Sunday School hour, and age/grade you prefer. Our Summer Sunday School cannot stay afloat without your help!

Youth Ministry . Charlie Brown & Rev. Meredith Hinton 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.

It has been an incredible month in the life of Weddington UMC youth. On the evening of Sunday, April 9 we confirmed 27 youth in a very special Confirmation Service where we were honored to have Bishop Paul Leeland assist and preach.

It was a beautiful service filled with love, family, and commitment to Christ and the church. Bishop Leeland’s message to the Confirmands was a message driven by John Wesley’s 3 General Rules: 1. Do no harm.

2. Do all the good you can.

3. Attend to the ordinances of God.

Additionally, we were equally honored to have Cassidy McFadden share a message of joy with the confirmands. We have also celebrated many baptisms and rejoiced in the love God has for us all. On Sunday, April 30 at the 11:00 a.m. service confirmed 17 more youth in their faith. We are grateful for all of the love, support, teaching, and encouragement of the clergy, parents, and Tonya Tapp. It is awesome to see so many youth growing in their faith. Our prayer is for their love of God to be one that grows and deepens through their lives.

2017 Confirmands

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Music & Arts Ministry. Dr. Reginald Houze Holy Week and Easter Music Thank you to the

Chancel Choir, Children's Choir, and Praise Bands for their leadership in worship during Lent, Holy Week, and Easter Sunday services.

Sanctuary AVL Project Update It's coming down! Our sanctuary AVL project is moving along. This past month, Signature Light & Sound brought in a lift to hang the new speaker arrays. And, to dismantle the "beehive" that has housed the sanctuary speakers for the last 20+ years. Quite an amazing sight. Also, of note, the theatrical lighting is fully installed.

Completion of the video system is next including new projectors, new screens and additional cameras. To see photo updates, please check our Instagram and Facebook pages. For questions, please contact JoAnn Horstman.

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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.

Join us for a church-wide fellowship meal in the Family Life Center on Wednesdays. Meals are served from 5:00-6:15 p.m.

Cost is $5 per person, $20 max for families. No reservations are necessary. All are welcome!

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.

• May 3- De-constructed chicken cordon bleu over rice, broccoli salad, and assorted cookies • May 10- Roast beef with au jus, mashed potatoes, roasted green beans, roll, and strawberry cake • May 17- Lexington style BBQ, hushpuppies, cole slaw, potato salad, and assorted cookies

Meet Weddington Church sessions are usually held on the 4th Sunday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center Multipurpose Room. The next meeting will be May 21 due to Memorial Day weekend.

May Menu

*May 17 will be the last W@W until we break for summer.

We will resume in the fall.

Evangelism Ministry . Rev. Amy Hutchison News and Announcements Hospitality Team Members Needed If you have a passion for helping others find their place here at Weddington, we would love to have you serve as a part of the Hospitality Team. The Hospitality Team serves at various events on-campus where those new to our community or those who haven’t yet found their church home may be. We greet, serve, and answer questions as we can about church activities. Team members sign up for events they can serve that work into their schedule. If you feel called to serve on this team, please contact Rev. Amy Hutchison.

Young Professionals Lunch If you are a young professional looking to connect with other young professionals at Weddington, we invite you to Third Sunday Lunches. We meet in the Information Center in the Sanctuary at 12:15 p.m.

Life Line Screening - May 12

Leader Appreciation Dinner

Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, will be in our community on Friday, May 12, 2017 at Weddington United Methodist Church. Ultrasound screenings to Identify risk factors for cardiovascular disease include: Carotid Artery (plaque buildup- a leading cause of stroke), Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (an enlargement or weak area in the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body), Peripheral Arterial Disease (hardening of the arteries in the legs), a Heart Rhythm Screening (an EKG to detect Atrial Fibrillation-irregular heartbeat) and an Osteoporosis Risk Assessment for men and women. Being proactive about your health by knowing your risks helps you and your doctor address problems early. Register online at www.lifelinescreening.com/communitycircle and receive your “Community Circle” discount and your Preferred Appointment!

You are invited! All Life Group, Bible Study and Sunday Morning Class Leaders and Teachers!

May 24, 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center Come join us for a time of celebration as we give thanks for the amazing ministry happening among us through our Life Group, Bible Study, and Class leaders. We will come together for a time of food, fellowship, equipping, and blessing.

Current leaders as well as those who may be interested in learning more about becoming a Life Group or Bible Study and Class Leader are welcome to attend. The dinner is free and childcare will be provided. RSVP on our website.

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Sunday Worship Times 8:15 a.m.

Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:30 a.m.

Praise and Worship (Sanctuary) 10:00 a.m.

Bilingual Worship (Monroe Campus) 10:10 a.m.

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

Traditional (Sanctuary) 11:00 a.m.

Traditional (Bonds Grove Campus)

Vacation Bible Camp 2017

Maker Fun Factory: Created By God, Built for a Purpose!

Monday, June 26- Friday, June 30

Registration now open: www.weddingtonchurch.org/vbc.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rev. Rocio Ávila-Ramírez, Missions Pastor rocio.avila@weddingtonchurch.org

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

Rev. Amy Hutchison, Evangelism Pastor amy.hutchison@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

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

Adell Keen, WCA Principal akeen@weddingtonchristianacademy.org

Rev. Meredith Hinton, Youth Minister meredith.hinton@weddingtonchurch.org

Emily Campbell, WCP Director wcp@weddingtonchurch.org

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

Jamie Edmondson, WCP Assistant Director bgcps@weddingtonchurch.org

Rev. Leroy Henry Affiliated United Methodist Clergy

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

Justin Lineberry, 10:10 Worship Leader

Mike Carver, Facilities Manager mcar1973@earthlink.net

Dr. Robert Ridgell, Organist and Music Associate robert.ridgell@weddingtonchurch.org JoAnn Horstman, Business Administrator joann.horstman@weddingtonchurch.org

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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