Meet Weddington

Meet Weddington

13901 Providence Road Weddington, NC 28104

704.846.1032 info@weddingtonchurch.org www.weddingtonchurch.org

Our mission is 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.

Table of Contents

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Welcome

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Worship Times and Staff

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Music & Arts Ministry

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Adult Ministries

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Children’s Ministries

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Youth Ministries

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Weddington Christian Preschool

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Weddington Christian Academy

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Evangelism

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Pastoral Care

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Local and Foreign Missions

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Ministries Overview

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Church Maps

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worshipping

GOD

with

passion

Intentionally

growing in

Proclaiming the Gospel with

grace

humbly

serving in

love

www.weddingtonchurch.org

Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. (1 Chronicles 16:34)

Welcome

Welcome to Weddington United Methodist Church. 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. Come be a part of our family.

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your plans straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6) Worship Services

Wednesdays @ Weddington

8:15 a.m. - Traditional (Sanctuary)

WUMC hosts a church-wide fellowship meal each Wednesday night September through May. Meals are served from 5:00-6:45 p.m. in the Family Life Center.

Reservations are not required. Donations are accepted.

The estimated cost per meal is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for children, with a maximum of $20.

9:30 a.m. - Praise & Worship (Sanctuary) 10:10 a.m. - Praise & Worship (FLC) 11:00 a.m. - Traditional (Sanctuary) 4:00 p.m. - Waltonwood Retirement Community 6:00 p.m. - Bilingual Worship (Monroe Campus)

The fellowship meals are followed by a variety of opportunities for study including Disciple Bible Study, short term Bible Studies, Life Groups, music ministries, and pastoral care support groups. We also have opportunities for children and youth. Childcare is available for families with infants and young children.

Pastoral and Program Staff Rev. Dr. Terry L. Moore, Senior Pastor terry.moore@weddingtonchurch.org Rev. Rocio Ávila-Ramírez, Missions Pastor rocio.avila@weddingtonchurch.org Rev. Ed Briggs, Minister of Pastoral Care ed.briggs@weddingtonchurch.org Rev. Leroy Henry, Affiliated United Methodist Clergy

Alison Carrdwell, Executive Director of Operations alison.cardwell@weddingtonchurch.org

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

Adell Keen, WCA, Academy Principal wca@weddingtonchristianacademy.org

Sandra McKee, Administrative Assistant, Pastoral Care sandra.mckee@weddingtonchurch.org

Linda Caskey, Financial Assistant Elizabeth Mitchell, Director of Communications linda.caskey@weddingtonchurch.org elizabeth.mitchell@weddingtonchurch.org Leah Primm, Administrative Assistant, Andrew Carson, Director of Production Missions & Music andrew.carson@weddingtonchurch.org leah.primm@weddingtonchurch.org

Justin Lineberry, Director of Praise & Worship Sherri Martinez, WCP, Preschool Director justin.lineberry@weddingtonchurch.org sherri.martinez@weddingtonchurch.org Dr. Robert Ridgell, Organist & Music Jamie Edmondson, WCP Assistant Director Associate bgcps@weddingtonchurch.org robert.ridgell@weddingtonchurch.org Carolyn Nelson, Children’s Minister carolyn.nelson@weddingtonchurch.org

Ashley Goodner, Children’s Ministry Associate ashley.goodner@weddingtonchurch.org

Andrew Haylett, Middle School Youth Minister andrew.haylett@weddingtonchurch.org

Tonya Tapp, Youth Ministry Assistant tonya.tapp@weddingtonchurch.org

Anna Plyler, High School Youth Minister anna.plyler@weddingtonchurch.org Patsy Sorrell, Director of Adult Discipleship patsy.sorrell@weddingtonchurch.org

Lisa Poole, Accounts Payable Administrator lisa.poole@weddingtonchurch.org Tony Gibson, Counselor, MA, LMFT tgibson.wcc@weddingtonchurch.org Sandra McCorkle, Assistant Director of Music, Bonds Grove Campus Bill Poteate, Audio/Visual Technician

Angie Vollenweider, Adult Discipleship Ministry Mike Carver, Facilities Manager Assistant mcar1973@earthlink.net angie.vollenweider@weddingtonchurch.org Kim Veith, Food Service Director Katie Bradshaw, kim.veith@weddingtonchurch.org Children’s Ministry Associate-Monroe Campus katie.monroechildcare@gmail.com Donnie Kiser, Maintenance

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Worshipping God with Passion Music & Arts Dr. Rob Ridgell and Justin Lineberry Organist & Music Associate and Director of Praise & Worship The Music & Arts Ministry is a vital part of Weddington United Methodist Church. Each week we rehearse together, pray together, and lead the congregation in a variety of worship services ranging from formal to casual. Opportunities are available for adults, children, and youth to participate in meaningful ways. Church membership is not a requirement for participation. Those actively involved in the Music & Arts Ministry find their voice and some great friends!

Traditional Worship Weddington Campus

8:15 a.m.

The 8:15 service is an intimate service with music led by piano and organ with traditional hymns and songs.

Praise & Worship Weddington Campus

9:30 a.m.

The 9:30 service in the Sanctuary is led musically by the 9:30 Praise Team singing contemporary worship songs.

Practices are Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. For more information, contact Justin Lineberry.

Praise & Worship Weddington Campus

10:10 a.m.

The 10:10 Praise Team leads a casual worship service where people gather together in the Family Life Center.

Practices are Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 p.m. For more information, contact Justin Lineberry.

Traditional Worship with the Chancel Choir Weddington Campus

11:00 a.m.

The Chancel Choir leads the 11:00 a.m. service in the Sanctuary with works from the full canon of formal sacred music. The Choir also leads additional special services and concerts during Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Many find the Choir to be their “small group.”

Membership is open to all from high school grades into adulthood. For more information about The Chancel Choir, please contact Rob Ridgell.

Music & Arts Traditional Worship Bonds Grove Campus

11:00 a.m.

The Bonds Grove Campus Sanctuary provides an atmosphere of closeness and family. Come and experience traditional worship with hymns and songs led by piano. The Bonds Grove Chancel Choir serves every Sunday morning at the 11:00 a.m. service and also participates in special services throughout the year at the Bonds Grove campus as well as the Weddington campus. For more information, please contact Sandra McCorkle. Our worship service at the Bonds Grove Campus will resume soon.

The Children’s Choir Music at the Ark The Children’s Choir at WUMC meets on Wednesdays from 5:45-6:30 p.m. during the school year. The Children’s Choir is open to all children in grades 1 through 5. Children develop their voices, learn the principles of faith through singing, and minister to others in worship. Opportunities to sing are frequently offered with participation on Christmas Eve, Palm Sunday, and other services throughout the year. Contact Rob Ridgell for more information.

Audio/Video Team The Audio/Video team serves the church by helping with sound and video needs. We are always looking for people to help at different services and events. If you are tech savvy and interested in using these skills, please come and join us! Training is provided. Contact Andrew Carson to learn more.

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Intentionally Growing in Faith Adult Ministry Patsy Sorrell Director of Adult Discipleship Our goal for Adult Ministries at Weddington UMC is to intentionally grow in faith. In addition to finding a worship service that is meaningful, we encourage everyone to find a place of connection in a Life Group or Bible Study experience. As Weddington UMC continues to grow, it is important that we build personal connections through Bible Study, Life Groups, Sunday morning Classes, or one of the many opportunities that we offer for spiritual growth. For more information, please contact Patsy Sorrell at the church office.

Adult Discipleship Groups Sunday Classes provide opportunities to grow in our relationship with God. Experience the excitement of new friendships and deeper relationships with members of our church family. We encourage you to participate in this vital ministry. We offer Adult Sunday morning Classes at 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 11:15 a.m. (following the 10:10 service). More information is available on our website or in our Connections Adult Ministry guide.

Bible Studies Throughout the year we offer a variety of short-term Bible Studies. In the past we have offered Financial Peace University, studies on specific books, topical studies, as well as studies on prayer. Many of our studies are offered on Wednesday morning with childcare provided for non-school age children and Wednesday evening when we have children’s and youth programs as well as childcare. Please see our website, eNews, or Connections for the most current information on the current schedule of offerings.

Disciple Bible Study Information for the Mind, Transformation for the Heart Disciple Bible Study is in many ways the heart of discipleship here at WUMC. Disciple studies will take you on a journey through the Bible. You will set out on a biblical adventure together, yet you will each be on your own journey of discovery and personal growth as you grow closer to God and deepen your faith in Jesus Christ.

Disciple Bible Studies begin in September and end in early May. Disciple Bible Study Courses • Disciple I - Becoming Disciples through Bible Study • Disciple II - Into the Word, Into the World • Disciple III - Remember Who You Are • Disciple IV - Under the Tree of Life • Jesus in the Gospels • Christian Believer

Adult Ministries

Life Groups

Looking to join a group where you can connect with others, build friendships, and intentionally grow in your faith? If so, we have good news! Life Groups at Weddington UMC are designed to help us grow in community with one another. If you would like to know more about Life Groups at Weddington UMC, please contact Patsy Sorrell or view our full list of current Life Groups in our Connections Adult Ministry guide.

Men’s Ministry

Women’s Ministry

Our Men’s Ministry seeks to further God’s kingdom through evangelism, service, and educating themselves to become men seeking God’s will in their lives, spiritual leaders to their families, and followers of the example of Jesus by assisting those less fortunate in worldly possessions.

The women of Weddington Church invite you to join us as we grow in faith together through Women’s Life Groups, Bible Studies, Mission Circles, serving together, and special events. We value building authentic relationships, intentionally growing in faith, intergenerational connections, and much more. We would love for you to join us!

UMM Connection Breakfasts The Men’s Connection group meets in the Youth Center of the Family Life Center from 7:15-8:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Sundays for food, fellowship, and to discuss various topics. Topics presented are relevant to men with spiritual growth emphasis and often focus on missions and related topics. All men are invited to attend and encouraged to bring a friend. For more information, please contact the church office or visit www.weddingtonchurch.org/men.

To learn more about the many different ways to get involved and grow in faith visit www.weddingtonchurch.org/women or pick up a copy of Connections, our Adult Ministry guide.

Kings & Queens Senior Adult Ministry Sandra McKee, Coordinator Monthly Meetings The Kings & Queens meet the second Thursday of each month, September through May, in the Weddington Campus Fellowship Hall at 10:00 a.m. for social time, crafts, bingo, special programs, and lunch. Topics are related to health, finances, spiritual growth, missions, gardening, and the arts. The objective is to meet the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of seniors, as well as provide learning opportunities for continued growth. Visitors are welcome. Occasionally, due to trips, meeting dates are subject to change. Contact Sandra McKee for more information.

Trips During the summer, day trips are planned. Other trips are scheduled during the year, including an annual trip to Myrtle Beach for Christmas shows, a senior adult retreat to The Cove, the Billy Graham Training Center in Black Mountain, N.C., and occasional trips with Christian Tours.

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Intentionally Growing in Faith Children’s Ministry Carolyn Nelson Minister of Children At Weddington UMC we are dedicated to partnering with families in the cultivation of their child’s spiritual growth. Our mission at The Ark is to “lead kids to KNOW God’s Word, GROW in faith, and SHOW God’s love.” We do this by making the Bible the focus of our curriculum, and adult shepherds as living examples who demonstrate the love of God and life-changing principles to your child. Our goal is that every child who attends feels loved, valued and nurtured in their faith.

The Ark • Noah’s Nursery: Birth through age 2 For your convenience, we offer a professionally staffed nursery from 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. on Sunday mornings and for special church events.

• Noah’s Kids: Age 3 – 5th Grade We consider Sunday School to be a foundation hour of Bible instruction for children, age 3 through 5th grade.

It is a time of exciting Bible stories, Bible exploration, Bible games, and personal application of God’s Word to a child’s life. We hope all children will be active participants in this time of discovery. A loving, caring team guides your child to learn the truths about the Bible at the 9:30, 10:10, and 11:00 Sunday School hours.

HISkids (Special Needs & Disability Ministry) is a ministry devoted to children between the ages of 4 and 11 who need a separate learning environment or a special “Buddy” to aid them as they navigate a regular classroom setting. Each week children hear a Bible story, create fun Bible crafts, pray, enjoy snack time, listen to music, and play! Our HISkids program is not currently meeting but has plans to begin at a later date.

J.A.M. (Jesus and Me): Wednesdays J.A.M. is a Wednesday night program for kids age 4 through 5th grade.

We meet weekly for an exciting time of Bible memory, Bible games, drama, worship, and a whole lot of fun!

Each week we take time to build relationships with one another and to pray for one another.

Vacation Bible Camp VBC is our single largest yearly event for children. More than 500 children, youth, and adults laugh, learn, and grow in their relationships with each other and with Jesus. Each year brings an action-packed theme that includes praise and worship music, Bible stories, games, snacks, and crafts.

Special Programs We are committed to strengthening today’s families through sharing the Word of God creatively through special events, programs, and family workshops. These events can include an Easter Eggstravaganza, Back to School Celebration, Fall Festival, Happy Birthday Jesus Party, Angel Breakfast, Created

by God, GLOW (4th & 5th graders), special performances by Christian entertainers, and more!

Youth Ministry Anna Plyler High School Youth Minister

Children and Youth Andrew Haylett Middle School Youth Minister

Sunday Evening Youth Program All youth are invited to join us on Sunday evenings! Middle School meets from 4:30-6:15 p.m. and High School 5:30-7:15 p.m. There are separate programs for Jr. and Sr. High, covering a wide range of topics and games.

Everyone joins together for a time of worship in the Youth Center, led by our Youth Worship Team. Please bring $5.00 for dinner.

Jr. and Sr. High Bible Study Bible Study meets Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Youth Center.

Doors are open from 6:30-8:30 p.m. At Bible Study, students and leaders read through a book of the Bible over several weeks, breaking it down by chapter.

Life Groups Life Groups are small groups for youth. Each group meets at various times and places throughout the week. Some read through books and devotionals together, while others focus on community service and other ways to serve within our church. Life groups provide our youth with an opportunity to be in a discipleship group with a small number of youth their own age and gender.

Sunday Morning Classes Sunday Classes for youth are offered for both Middle School and High School each Sunday. Middle and High School meets Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Room 204 in the Youth Center. Middle and High School Youth also meet Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in the Youth Center for donuts, fellowship, and a short devotion.

Retreats and Missions In addition to weekly activities, the youth participate in retreats and mission trips throughout the year. All retreats are discipleship based.

Youth have the opportunity to attend at least one mission trip during the summer and two retreats throughout the year. Our church helps to offset the cost for these trips, and the participant cost to attend all of them is less than $750 annually.

Confirmation Confirmation is a time of intentional preparation that gives youth the opportunity to reflect on the most basic elements of our faith. It is a special time to begin a journey of faith that nurtures and challenges youth to think about the nature of God, the life of Christ, and learn about United Methodist beliefs. The classes are offered annually starting in January to youth, 6th grade and above. For more information, visit our website.

For more information, please check out the Youth web page at www.weddingtonchurch.org/youth or contact Anna or Andrew.

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Intentionally Growing in Faith Education Weddington Christian Preschool Sherri Martinez Preschool Director Weddington Christian Preschool (WCP) is located on both the Weddington and Bonds Grove Campuses. We serve preschool children ages 2 through age 5/Transitional Kindergarten, and their families.

Curriculum Using the Bible, The Creative Curriculum (TeachingStrategies.com), and Learning Without Tears (LWT.com), children in our program are offered opportunities to meet a variety of Christian, academic, physical, social, and emotional goals. The goals and objectives for our 4 and 5 year old programs (5 year old program offered at Weddington campus only) are designed to prepare a child for Kindergarten; however, the Bible basis of our program plants seeds of a Christian faith in a child’s heart for a lifetime.

Calendar WCP follows the Union County Public School calendar for holidays. We start our preschool year after Labor Day and finish in the third week of May. Children attend from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

Depending on age, children may attend 2, 3, or 4 days per week.

Registration and Tours Registration is in January for the following school year. Tours may be arranged by contacting the preschool office. WUMC members receive priority registration.

Enrichment At WCP, children in the 3, 4, and Transitional Kindergarten (5’s) classes attend music for 30 minutes each week, as well as a monthly chapel service. The 2-year-olds participate in a music & motion class once a week for 30 minutes. Children are offered outdoor time on our playgrounds for 30 minutes each day, weather permitting. Car rider drop-off and pick-up lines are available to bring children into and out of our building. WCP offers 3 weeks of Summer Camp for rising 2’s-rising Kindergarten children during the summer months.

We believe each child is a unique creation of God, deserving of respect and love. We provide an environment that allows children to discover the lessons Jesus taught through prayer, instruction, and play each day. We also endeavor to maintain a warm and welcoming atmosphere that will minister not only to the children but also to the caregiver and our staff.

For more information, please visit our website at www.weddingtonchurch.org/wcp.

Education

Weddington Christian Academy Adell Keen WCA Principal Weddington Christian Academy (WCA) provides an education of highest academic excellence and Christian spiritual development in a faith community that challenges the mind, prepares the heart, and nurtures the soul; encouraging students and families to represent Christ in action and service. WCA is a private, Christian school serving students Junior Kindergarten through eighth grade. We offer small classes conducive to optimum learning, in a loving and nurturing environment.

Our Vision WCA will help students develop a love for God by nurturing their souls through a daily faith walk. WCA will teach students to be lifelong learners by challenging their minds in academic subject areas. WCA will lead students and families to serve others in our local and global community by touching their hearts to develop Christ-like love and compassion.

Accreditation Weddington Christian Academy is dually accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and AdvancED. In addition to following all NC standards as specified by the NC Division of Non-Public Schools, WCA adheres to internationally recognized standards of excellence and quality in education, supporting continuous school improvements, and leading students to become followers of Jesus Christ.

Academics Weddington Christian Academy offers a challenging academic program that focuses on mastery of subject matter with integration of Biblical principles. Our excellent educational experience equips students by encouraging critical thinking skills, problem-solving, and team-building opportunities. Classrooms feature traditional instruction with support from numerous digital programs.

Sports, Clubs, and Outreach WCA offers many clubs, sports teams, and outreach opportunities for all of our students. Serving others through various missions is an integral part of Weddington Christian Academy. Throughout the year our students, staff and PTF members seek to bless others through various mission projects.

For more information, please visit our website at www.weddingtonchristianacademy.org.

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Proclaiming the Gospel with Grace Evangelism Weddington United Methodist Church offers a variety of ways for people to display God’s Grace to others in our world. We desire all to comfortably share in fellowship and mission while nurturing all with God’s Spirit of love and hope. We are a body dedicated to being God’s witnesses to a world looking for peace, love, and hope.

Evangelism Events & Volunteer Opportunities • Special Events • Neighbor Invitational Groups • Meet Weddington – monthly • Helping Staff Special Events • Concerts • Seminars • Men’s/Women’s Events

Sports Ministries Middle and High School Basketball Youth (7th-12th) and Children (K-6th grade) leagues are scheduled during the winter months, with practices beginning in October/ November.

Co-ed Adult and Girls Slow-Pitch Softball Co-ed adult games are played during the summer months. Spring youth leagues (elementary, middle and high school) begin in February/March.

Summer Sports Camps Basketball, fitness, soccer, flag football, t-ball, multi-sport, and golf camps for ages 3-14 years olds.

Upward Basketball and Cheerleading Basketball and Cheerleading for K-6th grade boys and girls, which runs November-February.

• Supporting Upward Sports • Coaching • Serving as a team host • Staffing Guest Welcome Centers at our campuses • Hospitality Team • Helping with Special Guest Centers during Easter, Christmas and Special Events • Help with special mailings during the year

Humbly Serving in Love

Pastoral Care

Pastoral Care Rev. Ed Briggs Minister of Pastoral Care Being the Hands and Feet of Jesus It doesn’t take long to see there are hurting people around us. Life can be difficult and quite painful due to a variety of reasons. Jesus responded, as written in scripture, to such people with love and compassion. The difference He made in their lives was transformational. He calls us to do likewise.

Pastoral Care Ministries seek to be the hands and feet of Jesus offering people support with where they are in life. We do so by offering care through support groups, recovery groups, Stephen Ministry, and our Weddington Christian Counseling Center. Truly, hurting people are finding healing and hope here at Weddington UMC. Pastoral Care Ministries and Support Groups: • Adoption and Foster Care Support Group • Adult Children of Alcoholics • Al Anon • Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group • Caring Hearts Ministry for homebound and nursing home care • DivorceCare Support Group • Domestic Violence Support Group • GriefShare Support Group • NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group • NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group • Narcotics Anonymous • PAL (Parents of Addicted Loved Ones) • Prayer Ministry Team • Prayer Shawl Ministry • Stephen Ministry • TLC (Tender Loving Care) Team • Weddington Christian Counseling Center • Whole Hearted Ministry Support Group For more information on any of these ministries, please contact Rev. Ed Briggs or Sandra McKee at the church office or visit our webpage at www.weddingtonchurch.org/pastoral-care.

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Humbly Serving in Love Local & Foreign Missions Rev. Rocio Ávila-Ramírez Missions Pastor Local Missions Monroe Campus In the fall of 2014, we were delegated a church property in a culturally diverse residential area of Monroe. This mission campus gives us the opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ as we seek to be in relationship with the people in the community.

Since then, God has been doing wonderful blessings, allowing us the opportunity to be witnesses of His glory.

We began with Homework Help and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. From that, we have developed relationships with the families surrounding the Monroe Campus. Now, we have a variety of hands-on mission opportunities, from building wheelchair ramps to distributing food during Christmas.

Furthermore, it is in walking distance to Turning Point and very close to other agencies such as Union County Shelter and Union County Crisis Assistance. We have been able to go from service to evangelism and discipleship. In 2018, we began a Sunday evening bilingual worship service. We also offer Life Groups for all ages on Friday evenings and Praise & Worship practice on Tuesday evenings.

There are many opportunities to serve at our Monroe Campus. For more information and dettails on each opportuity, please visit the website or contact the church office.

Monroe Campus Mission Opportunities Include: • Benton Heights Elementary • Children’s Ministry • English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes • Homework Help Ministry • Parkwood High School • Vacation Bible Camp • Youth Ministry Building Missions We offer many ways to serve throughout the year through building projects and construction teams with our Domestic Mission Team. These projects range from local repairs and building projects to serving areas struck after a disaster.

For more information on ways to serve with domestic missions, please visit the website or contact the chuch office.

Dometic Mission Teams: • Love INC (Love In the Name of Christ) • Repair and Construction Teams:

-Early Response Team (ERT)

-Fixing It for Christ

-Habitat for Humanity

-UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) Teams Dometic Mission Trips: • Building Brothers: Each year a group of men from our church travel to Johns Island, South Carolina to work with the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity for four days.

While there, the men work on homes and form relationships witth Christ and one another.

Seasonal Opportunities Great Week of Service: Each year in August we offer a week of volunteer opportunities with our various local missions. This is a great way to experience local missions and figure out how you might want to be involved throughout the year.

Operation Christmas Child: In cooperation with Samaritan’s Purse, church members fill shoe boxes with gifts for children who live in poverty stricken countries. We also serve as a drop off location for people in the community.

Room In the Inn: Through this ministry of hospitality, we welcome to our Hemby House homeless men, women, and children with a warm bed and meal three times a month during the winter months. Volunteers provide hospitality and food for our homeless neighbors as they share the love of Christ with each other.

Union County Christmas Bureau: We partner with help agencies in Union County to provide Christmas gifts and meals for families in need in Union County.

Homeless and Feeding Missions Each month we offer opportunities to serve through missions that help the homeless and hungry by giving of your time, skills, and donations. These are wonderful opportunities for the entire family to participate in. For more information on these opportunities to serve, please visit the website.

• Charlotte Rescue Mission • Loaves & Fishes • Union County Community Shelter • Urban Ministry Center:

-Operation Reach Out

-Operation Sandwich Other Local Missions • House of Pearls • Prison Ministries • Turning Point • Wycliffe Bible Translators/JAARS Ministries we partner with financially • Gideons International • Crisis Assistance Ministries of Mecklenburg County • Union County Crisis Assistance Ministries

• Hospice • UMAR • UMCOR

Foreign Missions Ken Curell, Foreign Missions Chair World Methodist Evangelism in Botevgrad, Bulgaria Bulgaria is one of the poorest countries in the European Union and has been rebuilding the church community after Communism fell in 1989. Weddington UMC helped build and continues to financially support a church in the town of Botevgrad through your tithes and offerings.

Costa Rica Building Teams For over 20 years, Weddington UMC has been partnering with churches in Costa Rica to help them build facilities for worship, housing, classrooms, etc. Each year brings new adventures with the opportunity to build new relationships and rekindle old ones. The team travels to Costa Rica during the first two months of each year, and all skill levels are welcome.

Kenya Missions Weddington UMC helped start and continues to support The Home of the Good Shepherd, an orphanage that houses 76 children in Nyharuru. We also partner with God’s Grace for all Nations (GGFAN), a ministry that provides training for Pastors who go to unreached tribes and communities.

Romania Weddington UMC supports one of three Methodist churches in Romania. In late 2014, Pastor Cristian Istrate and his wife Ligia started meeting with a small Bible study. As the attendance grew, soon Cristian and Ligia were asked by the group to start meeting Sundays as a church, and in November 2014 were officially established as a United Methodist Church. Their work is not focused only inside but also outside the church.

They work with children from a local orphanage and teenagers in the area teaching them about the Bible.

For more informatiton on any of our foreign missions, please visite the website or contact the church office.

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Celebrating the Missions and Ministries Worshipping God with Passion Music Ministry • Chancel Choir • Prasie & Worship Teams • Children’s Choir (Grades 1-5) • Instrumentalists • Seasonal Choirs • Christmas at Weddington Concerts • Guest Artists • Audio/Visual Team

Worship Ministry

• Sunday Worship Services • Altar Care • CD Ministry • Communion • Assistance for the Hearing Impaired • Ushers/Greeters • Welcome Center Team

Intentionally Growing in Faith Adult Ministry • Sunday Classes for all Ages

• Disciple Bible Studies • Life Groups • Wednesdays @ Weddington • Bible Studies • Men’s and Women’s Ministries • Resource Center

Weddington Christian Academy

• Private School: JK, Exceptional Child K - 8th

Grade • WCA provides an education of highest academic excellence and Christian spiritual development in a faith community that challenges the mind, prepares the heart, and nurtures the soul; encouraging students and families to represent Christ in action and service.

Weddington Christian Preschool

• Weekday Preschool Ages 2-5 • Bible-Based Lessons & Chapel • Monthly Child Friendly Mission

Opportunities • Priority Registration for WUMC Members, WCA, MMO Families

Children’s Ministry • Children’s Sunday School Classes

• J.A.M. (Jesus And Me) Wednesday

Night Program • Nursery Care • Cub, Boy, Girl Scouts • Children’s Christmas Celebration • Children’s Christmas Eve Service • Easter Eggstravaganza • Fall Fun Fest • Trunk & Treat • Vacation Bible Camp • Third Grade Bible Presentation • HISkids Special Needs & Disability Ministry • New Baby Plates for Newborns • First Aid/CPR Training

Youth Ministry • Jr & Sr High School Sunday Night Programs • Jr & Sr High School Bible Studies • Youth Worship Team • Confirmation Program • Life Groups • Retreats • Special Events • Local & Foreign Summer Mission trips

Proclaiming the Gospel with Grace Evangelism

• Welcoming Opportunities during Special Events Invitation Events • Evangelistic and Ministry Outreach Opportunities • Monthly Meet Weddington

Sports & Recreation Ministry • Adult Pick-up Basketball • Upward Basketball & Cheerleading • Summer Sports • Sports Training Camps • Adult Softball

of Weddington United Methodist Church Every dollar given to WUMC supports the many ministries and missions of the church. We are thankful for your support and promise that your tithe will be used responsibly.

Humbly Serving in Love Local Missions

• Benton Heights Elementary • Building Brothers • Charlotte Rescue Mission • Crisis Assistance of Mecklenburg County • ESL – English as a Second Language • Gideons International • Great Week of Service • Habitat for Humanity • Homework Help in Monroe • House of Pearls • Love INC. (Love in the Name of Christ) • Parkwood High School • Repair Teams • Room In the Inn • Safer Communities Ministry • Turning Point • UMAR • Union County Shelter • Union County Christmas Bureau • Union Crisis Assistance Ministry • United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) • Urban Ministry Center/Operation Sandwich

Foreign Missions

Women’s Ministry

Men’s Ministry

Senior Adult Ministry

• Costa Rica Building Team • Kenya Missions • Bulgaria/Romania

Missions • Wycliffe Bible Translators/ JAARS • Building Brothers • Men’s Connection Breakfast • Fundraising Golf

Tournaments • UMM Easter Family Breakfast • Local Mission Projects

• Women’s Bible Studies • Annual Women’s Retreat • Women’s Life Groups • Women’s Mission Circles • Kid’s Consignment Sale • Special Events • Kings & Queens • Day Trips • Retreats and Trips • Monthly Meetings • Monthly Fellowship Lunches

• NAMI Family-to-Family Classes • Adoption and Foster Care Support • Narcotics Anonymous • PAL (Parents of Addicted Loved Group Ones) • Adult Children of Alcoholics • Prayer Ministry Team • Al Anon • Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support • Prayer Shawl Ministry • Stephen Ministry Group • TLC (Tender Loving Care) Team • Caring Hearts Ministry • Weddington Christian

• DivorceCare Support Group • Domestic Violence Support Group Counseling Center • Whole Hearted Ministry Support • GriefShare Support Group Group • NAMI Family Support Group • NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

Pastoral Care

Supporting Our Mission • Church Council • Staff/Parish Relations • Finance Committee

• Church Trustees • Worship Ministry

• Safe Sanctuary • Security Team • Information Technology

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Weddington UMC www.weddingtonchurch.org info@weddingtonchurch.org 704.846.1032 13901 Providence Road Weddington, NC 28104

Bonds Grove Campus

8215 Bonds Grove Church Road Waxhaw, NC 28173

Monroe Campus 520 Engleside St Monroe, NC 28110

Weddington Christian Counseling Center Marvin Campus 9914 New Town Road Marvin, NC 28173

Rev. 10/8/21

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