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FALL KICK-OFF & WEDDINGTON OPEN HOUSE

September 2019 Our Mission:

Wednesday, September 4 in the Family Life Center

DINNER WUMC OPEN HOUSE J.A.M. CHILDREN’S PROGRAM YOUTH BIBLE STUDY

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:

Weddington Open House

Page 2:

W@W Kick-Off

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Adult Ministries

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Adult Ministries

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Adult Ministries

Page 6:

Missions

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Pastoral Care

Page 8:

Youth & WCA

Page 9:

Children's Ministry & WCP

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

5:00 - 6:45 p.m.

5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Join us on Wednesday, September 4 as we kick off the new ministry year! The FALL OPEN HOUSE is an opportunity to learn more about all of the ministries at Weddington church and find ways to get involved through discipleship, mission, serving, and worship.

Ministry leaders and the staff ministry team will be present and look forward to having an opportunity to meet you, answer questions, and help you find ways to get connected and intentionally grow in faith this fall.

Join us for dinner anytime between 5:00-6:45 p.m. and then take time to (re)connect with friends, discover ways to serve, learn more about Adult Bible Studies, Life Groups and Sunday morning offerings, and get to know the staff and ministry leaders. Youth Bible Study and our Wednesday evening J.A.M. (Jesus & Me) children's program also begins on September 4. Childcare is available for families with infants and young children.

We encourage you to bring your family and invite a friend to join you. The evening will be a wonderful opportunity to make new friends, enjoy a casual time of fellowship, and get excited about how God is at work in and through Weddington Church.

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.

Wednesdays @ Weddington Wednesdays @ Weddington Kick-Off - September 4 Wednesdays evenings are a wonderful time of fellowship and ministry at Weddington Church, and there’s something for everyone!

Fellowship meals are served from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center (September-May). The cost per meal is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for children, with a maximum of $20.00 per family. Reservations are not required, and while we hope you stay to join us for a time of discipleship, that is not required either. We’re glad to come together mid-week as a church family to break bread together, support one another in life and faith, and continue to build faith-filled friendships.

September Menu • September 4 Spaghetti with meat sauce, bread stick, and assorted cookies • September 11 BBQ plate or sandwich, potato salad, slaw, baked beans, and assorted cookies • September 18 Oven roasted pork tenderloin, parsley dijon smashed new potatoes, steamed buttered broccoli, and brownies

• September 25 Oven fried chicken, mac & cheese, oven roasted green beans, and peach dump cake Opportunity for Service Are you looking for a fun and meaningful way to serve? We are in need of volunteers to help set up, serve and/or clean-up for the Wednesday night dinners. God calls us all to humbly serve in love, and we are in hopes that you would be willing to volunteer with this important ministry here at Weddington. Please contact our Food Services Director, Kim Veith by email or through the church office for more information.

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Chancel Choir

Bible Studies J.A.M.

Dinner Support Groups

Youth

Adult Ministries

Intentionally Growing in Faith

Personal discipleship is a life-long journey and we are called to encourage one another to be intentional about growing in our relationship with God. At Weddington Church, we value discipleship and the importance of relationships and authentic community. We believe that Christian discipleship happens best when we are connected with others through small group opportunities where we can encourage, care, and support one another, and grow in faith. We also recognize that everyone has their own starting point and pace, and that there are different seasons in life and faith. For that reason, you will find a variety of Adult Discipleship groups and opportunities to choose from this fall.

Connections - Fall 2019 Our new Fall 2019 Adult Ministry guide, Connections, is designed to help you learn about the many ways you can grow, connect, and get involved. Printed copies are available at the church or you can view Connections online at www.weddingtonchurch.org/connections. If you would like some guidance in finding a group or study that will be a good fit for you, please reach out to Patsy Sorrell, Director of Adult Discipleship.

Fall Bible Study Registration Registration for Fall Bible Studies is open! To register for any of our studies, groups, or special events please visit the website or call the church office.

Fall Meet & Greets Are interested in becoming involved in a small group at Weddington Church and grow in faith and fellowship? This fall we will have several “Meet & Greet” opportunities for folks of different ages and stages to help you find ways to get connected.

Please join us!

During the month of September we have planned several “Meet & Greet” opportunities to allow you to meet others of a similar age/stage and learn more about ways to get involved in a small group this fall. Please consider joining us!

ADULTS 20/30’s MEET & GREET LUNCH September 15, 12:15 p.m., local restaruaunt hosted by Dr. Terry Moore & Patsy Sorrell

ADULTS 30/40’s FAMILY COOKOUT & FALL KICK-OFF September 14, 12:00 p.m., Hemby House hosted by Drew & Lisa Brown

ADULTS 60+ MEET & GREET DINNER September 11, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Multipurpose Room hosted by Bob & Patsy Sorrell

ADULTS 40/50’s MEET & GREET LUNCH September 8, 12:15 p.m., Hemby House hosted by Andrew & Angie Vollenweider

NEW LIFE GROUP! CHRISTIAN VALUES IN THE WORKPLACE September 22, 4:00 p.m., Hemby House hosted by Amy Hasty

ADULTS 50/60’s MEET & GREET OPEN HOUSE September 6, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Helms Hall hosted by the Empty Nester Life Group

SINGLE ADULTS OPEN HOUSE & FALL KICKOFF September 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hemby House hosted by Lisa Sweet, Tom Scott & Tonya Tapp

We want to form a group that has shared concerns related to life in corporate America - where there are challenges related to ethics, morals, how we treat others, stress, and making time/space in our busy lives for God. Join us for an initial conversation regarding ideas for this new group.

If you have questions or would like guidance in discovering ways to intentionally grow in faith, please contact Patsy Sorrell.

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Adult Ministries Single Adult Ministry If you are a single adult interested in growing in faith, building friendships, and serving others, please join us for one or more of our gatherings.

Fall Open House & Kick-Off Join us on Friday, September 6 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Hemby House. Drop by for food, fellowship, and a chance to get to know fellow singles at Weddington UMC. 1st Sunday Lunch The group meets for lunch the 1st Sunday of every month at 12:15 p.m. and resumes October 6.

Bible Study The group will sit together for Dr. Moore’s Romans Bible Study on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Join us for dinner beforehand.

Single Adult Ministry WEDDINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

For updated information, join our private Facebook Group or contact Lisa Sweet through the church office to be added to email updates.

Men's Ministry 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!

September Dates and Topics • September 8 - Speaker, Ernest Black • September 22 - Sharing the experiences of the recently formed Early Response Team and the work in Swansboro, NC

Annual BBQ Sale - Save the Date!

The 5th Annual Men’s Connection BBQ sale will take place on Saturday, October 12. Pre-sale tickets will be available in midSeptember. Last year we sold out, so plan to buy your tickets early! Money raised will go to support local charities.

Guys Night Out - Save the Date!

Saturday, October 26, 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center This one’s for you guys! Come out for an evening of good, competitive fun as you hang out with the guys and enjoy a delicious BBQ meal. There’s no cost to attend, but reservations are needed so that enough food can be planned for everyone. It’s sure to be a fun night and is a great opportunity to invite a friend to join you!

To attend, please register online at www.weddingtonchurch.org/men by October 21.

Kings & Queens . Sandra McKee The Kings & Queens begin our fall meetings on Thursday,

September 12 at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Join us for fellowship, lunch, bingo, and a program.

Golden Corral Luncheon Wednesday, September 18 at 11:30 a.m.

We will leave the Fellowship Hall back parking lot at 11:00 a.m.

Contact Sandra at the church office if you would like to ride with the group.

Annual Christmas Beach Trip December 3-5 – details to follow.

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The K&Q at the Senior Celebration at the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove

Women's Ministry Women's Faith & Fellowship Event

Friday, September 20 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center Each one of us is called to be exactly who God has called us to be. No amount of achieving and no formula of success will get us there. We are called to rest, collapse, and fall into our most authentic selves; called to uncover, to discover that which we already are. Join Rev. Meredith Hinton for a night of discovering; a night of uncovering and exploring together what it means for us to be authentic. Who are we? Who are you? And who is Christ that our lives might be hidden within His? Please bring a dish to share and invite a friend to join you. To attend, please register online at www.weddingtonchurch.org/women. Childcare is available. The registration deadline is September 16.

Women's Circles Mary Martha Circle welcomes all ladies of the church to

join us as we begin a new circle year. For our September meeting, we will meet in the Wedidngton Campus Fellowship Hall on Friday, September 6 at 9:30 a.m.

As we focus on health and personal well-being in our first few meetings, September brings us the art of Zentangle.

Come join us to find out how this art form can increase focus, creativity, and a greater sense of well-being. We continue to collect non-spiral composition noebooks and pencils for the Monroe Campus Homework Help kids.

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

Lucy Price Circle Join us on Tuesday, September 10 for our

fall kick-off meeting and potluck dinner at the Hemby House.

Enjoy an evening of fellowship and learn about plans for the coming year.

Susanna Wesley Circle (SWC) Please join the first Susanna Wesley Circle meeting of the year on Friday, September 6 in Helms Hall. If you are able, please bring a brunch item to share as we enjoy delicious food and fellowship!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet new people, serve others, and have fun. Childcare is available for children 7 months and older in the Children’s Wing from 9:1511:45 a.m.

Feel free to bring a friend to share in the great fellowship that SWC has to offer. We look forward to seeing you there.

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

Women's Fall Retreat

New Fall Women's Bible Studies

November 8-10 at Lake Junaluska Conference Center with speaker, Elizabeth Poplin

We have many new Bible Studies beginning this month! To learn more or register for any of our studies, please visit the website or contact the church office.

Come away, be still, and discover the freedom and transformation that only Jesus can bring about... trading brokenness for joy, comparison for contentment, and longing for peace. We’ll look to Jesus and ask Him to fill us with all that He is and has for us to live transformed lives.

Hurry, it’s not too late, but there is limited availability.

Double rate is $225, single rate is $325. Visit www.weddingtonchurch.org/women for details and to register.

• God of Covenant, Mondays at 9:30 a.m.

• Disciple 1, Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. (Co-Ed) • Marriage, Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

• From Garden to Glory, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.

• Disciple 1, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. (Co-Ed) • The Gospel of John, Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. (Co-Ed) • Rachel & Leah, Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.

• Fearless, Fridays at 9:00 a.m.

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Missions Local Missions . Rev. Rocío Ávila-Ramírez The Great Week of Service 2019 Great Week of Service 2019 was blessed in abundance. We thank God and all of you for serving through your prayers, donations, and service. Jesus multiplied! We sent twice as many boxes of supplies and treats for the troops as we did last year. We sent loads of canned and dry food to Union County Crisis Assistance and restocked their pantry. We made over a 1,000 sandwiches for Urban Ministry and the Union County Shelter. Finally we passed out hundreds of pairs of shoes, socks, and backpacks filled with school supplies at Benton Heights Elementary School.

As a church, we surpassed our goal. Now we look forward to a year of ministry with these agencies. Please pray and consider volunteering with Homework Help, ESL (English as a Second Language), Operation Sandwich, Room In the Inn, or meals for Union County Shelter. For more information email Leah Primm, Local Missions Assisitant or Rev. Rocío at the church office.

Foreign Missions WEDDINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Costa Rica Golf Tournament Fundraiser Date: October 21, Registration and Practice at 11:00 a.m., Tee Time at 12:00 p.m.

Location: Firethorne Country Club Cost: $125 per person/$75 for seniors

GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER Join us as we raise funds for the building missions in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica.

This fundraiser is for a building mission in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica and will provide assistance for the construction materials and supplies for building a local church. Volunteers are needed to obtain door prizes and assist with registration and coordination. There will be a light lunch before teeing off. There will be prizes for “Closest to the Pin” and “Longest Drive.” We’re also selling Mulligan’s.

Business sponsors are available for $100/hole and there are opportunities for tax deductible donations.

For more information, please contact Brian Pontius at 803-554-1119 or Greg Smith at 704-778-5318.

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Pastoral Care Pastoral Care Ministry . Rev. Ed Briggs Fall GriefShare and DivorceCare The loss of a loved one through death or divorce can be devastating as the pain of grief takes over. We are blessed to have support groups for people trying to cope with this loss. Fall GriefShare will begin on Wednesday, September 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hemby House Room 1. Fall DivorceCare will begin on Wednesday, September 11 at 6:30 p.m. in Room 20, downstairs in the Sanctuary building.

These ministries provide compassionate support to people who have lost a loved one to either death or separation/divorce. Please make note of these dates either for yourself or for someone else you know who would benefit from being involved in one of these groups. For more information, please contact Sandra McKee at the church office.

Whole Hearted Ministries Seminar Our Whole Hearted Ministries will be presenting a seminar on the topic of “Erasing the Shame of Sexual Abuse" on Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Light appetizers will be served. Niki Krauss, author of Little Girl Mended, a memoir, has been instrumental in the formation of Weddington UMC's Whole Hearted Ministry. By sharing her personal story of childhood sexual trauma, Niki will help to shed light on a dark subject. Niki’s story is one of transformation and healing through the love of the Savior.

Please join us and invite a friend. Statiistics show that one in four females, and one in eight males are affected by sexual trauma. The Lord has opened a huge, new mission field. We must learn how to love and support those with wounded souls.

Please call the church office and RSVP to Sandra McKee and learn more on the church website.

Caring Hearts Ministry Our Caring Hearts ministry is looking for senior adults who are living at home or in a senior living facility who would benefit from having a Caring Heart visitor come by at least once a month to offer love and support. This person does not have to be a member of the church to be assigned a Caring Heart visitor. Please contact Sandra McKee at the church office if you know of someone who is interested in having a Caring Heart visitor for his or her loved one.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family-to-Family NAMI Family-to-Family classes are for family members with a relative who has a mental illness.

In the classes there will be information on: • Schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, borderline personality disorder, brain and addictive disorders • Medications, strategies for adherence • Coping skills, empathy • Handling crises and relapse • Care for the caregiver—coping with stress, worry, emotional overload

This series of 12 free classes starts on Tuesday, September 10 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. in Room 214/215 of the Sanctuary building.

To register for classes, please contact NAMI Union County at namiunionco@gmail.com.

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

Fall Retreat Registration

Youth Bible Study Join us on Wednesdays from

Join us for a great retreat at Look Up Lodge in Travelers Rest, S.C. This retreat for all 6th-12th graders is always a blast. There will be worship sessions, free time activities, field games, zip line, and the big swing. The cost is $130 per person. Visit the website to register.

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

7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Youth Center.

We closed out our summer missions this August with our rising 6th grade mission trip, SERVE. It was an incredible time of growing together in our relationships with one another and with God! We are so grateful for the faith of our 6th graders and for the help of our older youth and adults. Thank you to everyone for the prayers. We appreciate them.

Our Fall Kick-Off will be on Sunday, September 8. We look forward to beginning the year together. We are in prayer for each of you - especially with the start of school. Christ's peace to you all!

Please continue to hold Charlie Brown in your prayers.

Thank you!

- Rev. Meredith Hinton

SERVE Mission in August

Weddington Christian Academy . Adell Keen, Principal News and Announcements We have had an awesome start to our new school year! We would like to welcome the following new teachers to WCA: Karen Sheils – Kindergarten; Renee Myers – 5th Grade; and Lisa Scheve – Middle School Science.

Important September Dates:

2020

WCA

#BeTheLight 2019

• Friday, September 6 – Grandparents' Luncheon • Monday, September 9-Friday, September 13 – STEAM Week (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics) • Tuesday, September 10 – Discovery Place at WCA for STEAM Week • Friday, September 20 – Father/Daughter Event Spirit Night at Chick-Fil-A @ Waverly - Thursday, September 26 Please support WCA by ordering through your Chick-Fil-A app and picking up in the store, pick-up lane, or drive thru on Thursday, September 26 from 3:00-8:00 p.m.

A portion of all proceeds ordered this way will go to WCA. Page 8

Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Matthew 5:16

Children's Ministries Children’s Ministry . Carolyn Nelson We Need You to… Say YES! Please join me in saying YES to serving this coming school year.

More than 100 servants are needed each week to minister to the children of our church. We have opportunities to serve in Noah’s Nursery, Noah’s Preschool, Noah’s Elementary, KidCheck, HISkids, GLOW, JAM, and at our Monroe Campus. Opportunities are weekly, bi-weekly, or even monthly. Will you join our team and say YES to serving? Let Carolyn Nelson know you feel called to serve. Come and join us!

Wednesday Night JAM (Jesus and Me) Please join us for JAM, our Wednesday night program for children from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This year we will learn all about the Fruits of the Spirit.

Children will memorize Bible verses, sing songs, play games, and hear a Bible story. Club 45, which is especially for 4th and 5th graders, will have their own “club” so be sure to bring a friend or two. Registration forms can be found on the church website and at the KidCheck Station. Join us for an evening of fun and Bible study.

The Ark Volunteer Training for all those serving in Children’s Ministry will be on Monday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. in Helms Hall. Come and meet others who serve, learn the in's and out's of Children’s Ministry, and get prepared to have the best time at The Ark! Childcare is available in the nursery wing.

Save the Date for Trunk & Treat Trunk & Treat will take place on Thursday, October 31 from 5:30 -7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center parking lot. All children are invited to stop by and visit the decorated cars and receive candy. We will have a bonfire and fun games to win even more candy. You can enjoy good food, s'mores, a bouncy house, and a whole lot of fun! Invite your friends for a safe alternative to trick-or-treating door-to-door. But remember, children need to be with an adult to attend. Lots of TRUNKS needed for this event. You are asked to decorate your car in some crazy way and the award for "Best Trunk" will receive a cool prize! Specific guidelines will be given out at registration. Click here to register your car. In case of inclement weather, please visit our website for event update.

The Children’s Choir meets weekly on Sunday’s from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. in the Choir Room. Children’s Choir is open to all children in grades 1-5. Children in grade 6 may participate with prior approval from the conductor. The Choir sings at the 11:00 service on various Sundays throughout the year. Children who sing during the Fall semester sing at BOTH of the designated services on Christmas Eve. The season concludes on Palm Sunday. If your children enjoy singing, want to learn more about music, and want to take their place in leading worship, they should come join the fun!

Children’s Choir for Fall 2019 will begin on Sunday, October 13. Registration will open September 8 on the website. For more information, contact Music & Arts Director, Dr. Reginald Houze.

Weddington Christian Preschool . Sherri Martinez, Director Weddington Christian Preschool is so excited to begin a brand new school year! We love for our WUMC congregation to join us at preschool events, so check back with us frequently for Spirit Night and Program information!

Orientation As we accelerate towards our first day of school, we want to remind preschool families of the drop-in Children’s Orientation on September 3 during the school day, and our Parent Orientation that same evening. Please see our website for specific times and more information.

Preschool families, please remember that if it is your child’s first year of school with us, all medical paperwork is due by September 15. Also, tuition auto draft is a great option going forward for busy lives – please allow two weeks for activation.

Medical and auto draft forms are available on the website at www.weddingtonchurch.org/wcp.

Please be sure to ‘Like’ us on Facebook for all the latest from WCP!

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Upcoming Events Upcoming Events Wednesdays @ Weddington Family Fun Night Wednesday, September 11

5:00-6:30 p.m. – Dinner: Adults $5, Child $3, Family $20 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Christian Entertainer Mark Lippard’s Variety Show (free) Join us for this special evening of fun for all ages. Come for dinner and stay to enjoy guest entertainer, Mark Lippard, a Christian comedian, juggler, balloon sculptor, unicycle trickster, and more. It will be an enjoyable laughter-filled evening of faith, fellowship, and fun for all and a wonderful opportunity to invite a friend or two to join us.

Please note that J.A.M., our children's program, will not meet so that families may enjoy the evening together. Nursery care is available beginning at 6:00 p.m.

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Activities will include: food trucks, water games for children, inflatables, yard games, music, indoor Bingo, pick-up sports, and more!

For more information, please visit www.weddingtonchurch.org/sunday-funday.

Boy Scout Fertilizer Sale

Square Dancing Open House

Boy Scout Troop 99 will be conducting their annual Fall Seed & Fertilizer Sale on Sunday, September 8. The Seed & Fertilizer sale is the Troop’s primary fundraiser and they need your help. They sell top brand seed and fertilizer at a discounted price (less than Lowes or Home Depot) and deliver them to your door! Scouts will be in Helms Hall before and after worship and in the FLC after the 10:10 service to assist you with any questions and the order process.

Square Dancing Free Open House! Friday, September 6 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall

As always, thank you for your continued support of our Troop.

If you have any questions, please call or email Wendy Rollins at 704.254.8700 or gwerollin@gmail.com.

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What do the Beatles, Beach Boys, Billy Joel, and Disney all have in common? We square dance to music by all of them!

Come and give square dancing a try! No experience is necessary, just a desire to have fun!

For more information, please contact Theresa Rutz at 704.763.6961.

Church Announcements Meet Weddington Sessions 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.

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. Free childcare is provided in the Sanctuary building.

Meet Weddington Church sessions are typically held monthly.

The next Meet Weddington will be on September 22 at 5:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center Multipurpose Room on the Weddington Campus. To learn more, contact Rev. Amy Hutchison.

Cafe Connections Looking for a cup of coffee, good conversation, and a time of connecting with others on Sunday mornings?

Join us in Helms Hall or the Family Life Center before and after worship or Sunday School.

It’s a great way to meet new friends, connect with old friends, and find ways to get connected at Weddington Church!

Cafe Connections takes place in: Sanctuary Building 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. in Helms Hall Family Life Center 9:30 - 10:10 a.m. and 11:15 11:30 a.m. in the Family Life Center (Gym)

Weddington Church App Have you downloaded our new church app yet? This new app includes many great features to keep connected: • Sermon audio streaming • Weekly Sunday bulletins • Giving

• Special Events • The Bible • And more!

The Weddington Church app is available for download in the Apple, Google Play, and Amazon app stores. Simply search for "Weddington Church."

WUMC Support Groups NA Fridays, 10:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Room 2

AA Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Room 2

Saturdays, 11:00 a.m., Monroe Campus Fellowship Hall Contact: Kasei, kaseidelpezzo@gmail.com

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

Contact: Nina, nina_michelle7@yahoo.com or 704-499-2564

Saturdays, 8:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Contact: Nina, nina_michelle7@yahoo.com or 704-499-2564 1st Saturday monthly, 3:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Contact: Nina, nina_michelle7@yahoo.com or 704-499-2564

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

Contact: Sarah N. (704) 654-8529; sjn2003@gmail.com or Chris R. (704) 904-6849; cgr1057@aol.com

ACA, Adult Children of Alcoholics Fridays,

6:30 p.m., Room 209. Contact: suzanne.rakoczy@gmail.com

NAMI Family Support Group 2nd Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Room 214, John and Evann Duncan, 704-292-2287

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Sunday Worship Times 8:15 a.m. Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:30 a.m. Praise and Worship (Sanctuary) 10:10 a.m. Acoustic Praise and Worship (FLC) 11:00 a.m. Traditional (Sanctuary) 11:00 a.m. Traditional (Bonds Grove Campus) 6:00 p.m. Bilingual Worship (Monroe Campus) 4:00 p.m. Waltonwood Retirement Community Rev. Dr. Terry Moore, Senior Pastor terry.moore@weddingtonchurch.org

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

Rev. Rocio Ávila-Ramírez, Missions Pastor rocio.avila@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. Meredith Hinton, Youth Minister meredith.hinton@weddingtonchurch.org

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

Rev. Amy Hutchison, Evangelism Pastor amy.hutchison@weddingtonchurch.org

Alison Cardwell, Financial Administrator alison.cardwell@weddingtonchurch.org

Rev. Leroy Henry Affiliated United Methodist Clergy

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

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

Leah Primm, Admin. Assistant leah.primm@weddingtonchurch.org

Justin Lineberry, Director of Praise & Worship justin.lineberry@weddingtonchurch.org

Adell Keen, WCA Principal akeen@weddingtonchristianacademy.org

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

Sherri Martinez, WCP Director sherri.martinez@weddingtonchurch.org

Katie Bradshaw, Children’s Ministry AssociateMonroe Campus katie.monroechildcare@gmail.com

Jamie Edmondson, WCP Assistant Director bgcps@weddingtonchurch.org

Charlie Brown, Youth Minister charlie.brown@weddingtonchurch.org Patsy Sorrell, Director of Adult Discipleship patsy.sorrell@weddingtonchurch.org

Jan Williams, Mother’s Morning Out Director jan.williams@weddingtonchurch.org Mike Carver, Facilities Manager mcar1973@earthlink.net

JoAnn Horstman, Executive Director of Operations Kim Veith, Food Service Director joann.horstman@weddingtonchurch.org kim.veith@weddingtonchurch.org

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