Weddington United Methodist Church
Connections ADULT MINISTRY GUIDE
WINTER 2020 INTENTIONALLY GROWING IN FAITH
ADULT MINISTRY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
at Weddington Church
Upcoming Events
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 be intentional as we seek to grow in life and 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 groups and opportunities to get involved. This Adult Ministry Guide is designed to help you learn more about the opportunities available to grow in faith and find ways to connect with others through friendship, fellowship, special events, and serving opportunities.
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Bible Study
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Sundays at Weddington
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Life Groups
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Women’s/Men’s Ministry
12-13
QuickView Adult Discipleship
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Support Groups & Care Ministries
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Senior Adults/Wednesdays @ Weddington 18 RightNow Media Staying Connected at Weddington
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Patsy Sorrell Director of Adult Discipleship
MEET WEDDINGTON Are you interested in becoming part of the Weddington Church family and want to learn more? Join us for a Meet Weddington session in the new year.
MEET WEDDINGTON
At Meet Weddington, you will enjoy an informal time of fellowship, meet the pastoral and ministry staff, hear an overview of the ministries and mission of the church, and get answers to any questions you may have about Weddington UMC. The next Meet Weddington session will be held January 26 at 5:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room in the Family Life Center on the Weddington Campus. To register, please contact Rev. Amy Hutchison at amy.hutchison@weddingtonchurch.org. The February session will be held on February 23. 3
UPCOMING EVENTS ADULT FELLOWSHIP (F4) NIGHT Friday, January 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Weddington Campus Hemby House and Children's Wing Join your church friends - new and old - for a fun evening of fellowship. Drop off your children in the Children’s Wing KidCheck area between 5:15-5:30 p.m. and pick up by 7:45 p.m. The children will be served pizza for dinner and enjoy a fun evening. After dropping off your children, head over to the Hemby House for dinner, fun and games, and fellowship between 5:30-7:30 p.m. Bring a dish to share for dinner and invite your friends to join us. Sign up on the website to let us know the dish you plan to bring and to register for childcare. The registration deadline is December 30, 2019, so we have an accurate count for childcare. If there are any questions, please contact Misty Baratta at mistyhoover@gmail.com. Looking forward to seeing everyone to kick off 2020!
WOMEN'S PRAISE & WORSHIP NIGHT Friday, January 24, 6:30 p.m. Weddington Campus Sanctuary & Helms Hall The Women’s Ministry team invites all women to start the new year focused on scripture, praise, prayer, and fellowship. Join us January 24 from 6:30-7:00 p.m. in Helms Hall for refreshments and fellowship. At 7:00 p.m. we'll move to the Sanctuary where our very own Praise & Worship Team will encourage us to join them in modeling Ephesians 5:19-20, “Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” With our eyes fixed on Christ, we are sure to have perfect vision! (Hebrews 12:2)
WEDDINGTON WOMEN’S EVENT - SAVE THE DATE! Come Laugh, Come Learn, Come Love Weddington Women’s Event Saturday, March 14, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Weddington Campus Family Life Center Join us for a day of faith and encouragement as Cherrie Nettles leads our “mini-retreat.” Born and raised in the Carolinas, guest speaker Cherie Nettles believes all southern girls arrive in the magnolia-lined states in three ways - safe, sweet, and sassy. Cherie admits, “I have chosen to place my emphasis on the ‘sassy.’” She’s a comedienne, humorist story-teller, “Certified Laughter Leader,” and Bible teacher who will invite us to dig deep into God’s Word. Mark your calendar and plan to come laugh, learn, love, and be refreshed by God’s truth. 4
BIBLE STUDY NEW IN JANUARY Breathing Room for Women by Sandra Stanley
The Parables of Jesus
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/LIFE GROUP Begins January 14 Time: Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Location: Assell Residence Leader: Kristen Assell
DR. MOORE’S WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY Begins January 8; Childcare is available by reservation Time: Wednesday, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Location: Family Life Center (Gym) Leader: Rev. Dr. Terry Moore
Do you ever feel like you don’t enjoy anything because you’re trying to do everything? You’re filling your calendar, draining your bank account, and multitasking your way through life. You’re efficient... but exhausted. You just need a little bit of breathing room. With one surprisingly simple invitation, God offers a way to trade your overwhelming pace for one that will finally bring you peace. This study will invite us to consider how as we begin the new year.
Throughout the gospels, Jesus often used parables simple images and characters taken from everyday life to help illustrate who God is and help the people understand God’s extraordinary love and the nature of God’s kingdom and reign. The parables are among some of the greatest and most profound teachings of Jesus. Join Dr. Moore this winter as he helps us to take a closer look at the parables of Jesus and discover the important underlying lessons found within them.
God of Covenant by Jen Wilkin
Trustworthy: Overcoming Our Greatest Struggles to Trust God by Lysa TerKeurst
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY Begins January 29; Childcare available by reservation Time: Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Weddington Fellowship Hall Leader: Marty Cook Our God is a Covenant Maker and Covenant Keeper. We can see this clearly in the stories of the fathers of our faith – Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Through their stories, we discover how God is working everything together for His glory and for the good of His people. We witness God fulfill every promise and we see that He is the One for whom nothing is too hard. We learn to see Jesus in the stories of His people even in the Old Testament. We discover how the God of Covenant is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Join us as we walk verse by verse through Genesis 12-50 and trace the themes of covenant, resurrection, redemption, and hope. As we journey together, we will grow in our understanding of who God is. As we deepen our understanding of who God is, we will learn more about who we are in Him.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/LIFE GROUP Begins January 9 Time: Thursday, 7:00 p.m. Location: McFadden Residence Leader: Sharon McFadden
When hard times come and it seems God is deviating from the plan we assume our life should follow, we are more likely to want to tame God, not trust Him. It is then that we begin to press into our ways and our own timing. No human can carry the weight of being their own god, but so many of us try. Join us as we journey through 1 & 2 Kings and explore the deeply applicable Scriptures that will teach us how to truly trust God.
To learn more, please visit www.weddingtonchurch.org or call 704-846-1032.
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How Happiness Happens by Max Lucado
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/LIFE GROUP Resumes January 10; Childcare is available by reservation Time: Friday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Hemby House Leader: Gabrielle Andrews Author Max Lucado says he has found the hidden secret to lasting joy – giving that joy away to others. It is better to forgive than to hold a grudge, better to build up than to tear down, better to include than to exclude, better to seek to understand than to disregard, better to love than to hate. Lucado says many people live as if acquiring more will bring them more joy and believes this strategy is not working. He recommends a very different recipe for happiness: “God’s solution for the ills of society is a quorum of unselfish, life-giving, God-loving folks who flow through neighborhoods and businesses like cleansing agents, bringing in the good, flushing out the bad. They hail from all corners of the globe, reflect all hues of skin. Liberal, conservative, rural, metropolitan, young, old. Yet they are bound together by this amazing discovery: happiness is found by giving it away.” Join us as we look to God’s Word and consider how we can experience true and lasting happiness.
DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDY (ONGOING) Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study Time: Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Location: Hemby House, Room 8 Leader: Heather Brown Disciple I is an amazing journey through the entire Bible, emphasizing the wholeness of the Bible as a revelation of God. The study draws upon the work of scholars, the personal Bible reading and study of the participants, and dynamic group discussions that aid participants in deeper Biblical understanding and transformational spiritual growth. Disciple I is an ongoing and indepth Bible study. It’s an experience that will draw you closer to God and others as you journey together. Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study Time: Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Location: Hemby House, Room 1 Leaders: Meg Flouhouse & Stephanie Lester Disciple I is an amazing journey through the entire Bible, emphasizing the wholeness of the Bible as a revelation of God. The study draws upon the work of scholars, the personal Bible reading and study of the participants, and dynamic group discussions that aid participants in deeper Biblical understanding and transformational spiritual growth. Disciple I is an ongoing and indepth Bible study. It’s an experience that will draw you closer to God and others as you journey together. Disciple II: Into the Word, Into the World Time: Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 19 Leader: David Myers Disciple II is a study of Genesis, Exodus, Luke, Acts, and the start of the Christian church. The study emphasizes the rhythm of coming to God and going for God; of being in God’s Word and being in the world individually and corporately. This in-depth Bible study shows how God made His presence known to His chosen people and how, in His perfect time, He made His presence known to the world. Participants will see that the events of the Bible are part of the history of the Middle-East and the world, and learn alongside leader David Myers, a passionate historian and Bible teacher.
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SUNDAY MORNING 9:20 SUNDAY CONNECT-GROW-SERVE Time: Sunday, 9:20 a.m. (2nd & 4th) Location: Family Life Center, Multi-Purpose Room Leaders: Bryan & Deb Abernathy Age/Stage: 30/40’s, mostly couples with children (but all are welcome)
Sanctuary Building 9:00-11:00 a.m. in Helms Hall Family Life Center 9:30- 10:10 a.m. in the Gym
We would love to have you join this 30/40’s couples group that meets twice a month for study and fellowship. We also try to plan a social every other month. We are currently studying Parenting Together by Karen Stubbs. The study requires no preparation beyond watching a video on RightNow Media prior to the meeting.
Are you interested in getting to know others at Weddington Church?
9:30 SUNDAY
Are you wanting to learn more about how to get involved, join a small group, or find ways to serve?
AGAPE Time: Location: Contact: Age/Stage:
Cafe Connections takes place every Sunday and offers an opportunity to meet new people, connect with friends, and enjoy a cup of coffee and some light snacks.
Agape is an active group that is facilitated by a team of leaders who teach on a variety of Bible-based contemporary issues and topical studies. In January, the group will begin studying the Book of Judges. The group gathers for coffee/snacks before class, meets once a month socially, and is known for their servant hearts and participation in church functions.
During Cafe Connections you can also find information on our ministries and “Connectors” who are available to answer questions and help you find ways to get involved in the life of the church.
JAY EMRY Time: Location: Contact: Age/Stage:
Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Youth Center, Main Level Keith Long 50+ (but all are welcome)
Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sanctuary Building, Room 214/215 Don Lowder 60+ (but all are welcome)
This Sunday School class studies various topics related to the Bible and is led by group member Don Lowder. Each week, in addition to a time of study, they enjoy a time of fellowship and prayer. 7
THE SHEPHERD’S VIEW Time: Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 213 Contact: Marty Westover Age/Stage: 40+ (but all are welcome) This group seeks to grow together in faith while forming a bond of unity in Christ Jesus. We invite anyone looking for a group to join us as we grow in our knowledge of God, our faith, and knowing each other. The group is currently studying Andy Stanley’s series, Unexpected Christmas, through the month of December and will begin a new study in January. In addition, the group enjoys bi-monthly small dinner groups to socialize and get to know one another better. FOUNDATIONS Time: Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Bldg., Room 19 Contact: Barbara Bennett Age/Stage: 40+ (but all are welcome) If you are interested in a weekly Bible-based study with discussion and having the added benefit of making new friends, please join us. We socialize, pray together, and truly care for one other. Beginning in January the group will begin a new study focus: Longing for a King (1 Samuel-1 Kings). This study will help you learn how God was faithful to provide kings who would lead His people devotedly, however they could not overthrow their great oppressor - the sinfulness of their hearts. In seven sessions we will see God’s people demand a king; God choose a new king; God make a covenant with David; David sin and is restored; God give Solomon a wise and understanding heart; the temple built; and Solomon’s foolishness divide the Kingdom. Come join us as we strive to learn God’s truth found in His Holy Word. BONDS GROVE Time: Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall Contact: Patty Wallace Age/Stage: All are welcome Join this welcoming group on Sunday mornings for fellowship, prayer, and Bible study. The group is currently studying the Book of Revelation.
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10:00 SUNDAY 20/30’S SUNDAY MORNING LIFE GROUP Time: Sunday, 10:00 or 11:15 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 209 Contact: Jay & Bailey Bedford Age/Stage: 20/30’s (but all are welcome) Are you a young adult looking to join others on Sunday morning to grow in faith and fellowship? This group meets on Sunday mornings two times a month for fellowship and to study the previous week’s scripture and sermon and discuss how it applies to our lives. In order to accommodate different worship times, the group alternates the schedule so they can attend worship together and meet for a time of study, prayer, and fellowship before or after. Here is the upcoming schedule: January 5 January 19 February 2 February 16 March 1 March 15 March 29
10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group 10:00 Life Group; 11:00 Worship 10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group 10:00 Life Group; 11:00 Worship 10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group 10:00 Life Group; 11:00 Worship 10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group
11:00 SUNDAY LIGHT OF THE WORLD Time: Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 213 Contact: Jim Lonon/Ken Freno Age/Stage: 50+ (but all are welcome) This group meets for weekly study, fellowship, and prayer. It also is also very active in serving through Room In The Inn, Union County Homeless Shelter, Operation Christmas Child, and other ministries as needs arise. Prayer partners are assigned quarterly to encourage and uphold each other, and the group enjoys social events together. The class is discussion-based and facilitated by different leaders each week. In the new year the group will be studying Paul’s missionary journeys, beginning with the Book of Colossians.
To learn more, please visit www.weddingtonchurch.org or call 704-846-1032.
CLOSER WALK Time: Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 19 Contact: Maggie Tear Age/Stage: 50+ (but all are welcome) This welcoming group of 50’s-70’s comes together each week to support one another, pray together, and grow in faith through study and service. The group studies a variety of faith topics and appreciates open and honest discussion. The group’s current study is How Happiness Happens by Max Lucado. In January the group will begin a new study by Tim Tebow entitled This Is The Day. CORNERSTONE Time: Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 214/215 Contact: Scott Wille Age/Stage: 50+ (but all are welcome) This Sunday School group studies various topics related to the Bible and is led by group members Bob Porter and Glen Saliga. Each week, in addition to a time of study, we enjoy a time of fellowship and prayer. In the new year the group will focus on the Book of Genesis. CROSSROADS Time: Location: Contact: Age/Stage:
Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Youth Center, Room 102 Bill Mayes & Ann White 40+ (but all are welcome)
This Sunday School group meets weekly for a time of study, fellowship, and prayer. The group delves into various Biblical and topical studies and has lively conversation as they grow in faith together. The group welcomes all ages and stages to join them. In January the group will begin Inductive Study of Short New Testament Books, by Anne White.
11:15 SUNDAY DOERS OF THE WORD Time: Sunday, 11:15 a.m. Location: Multi-Purpose Room, Family Life Center Contact: Dean McFadden Age/Stage: 30+ (but all are welcome)
This group meets weekly to study together, share in life’s joys and challenges, and serve in meaningful ways. In fact, the group’s name is based upon not just being hearers of the Word, but also doers of the Word. Join this group as they dig into studying straight from the Bible each week and enjoy the blessings of community. The group is currently studying 1 & 2 Peter. 20/30’S SUNDAY MORNING LIFE GROUP Time: Sunday, 10:00 or 11:15 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 209 Contact: Jay & Bailey Bedford Age/Stage: 20/30’s Adults Are you a young adult looking to join others on Sunday morning to grow in faith and fellowship? This group meets on Sunday mornings two times a month for fellowship and to study the previous week’s scripture and sermon and discuss how it applies to our lives. In order to accommodate different worship times, the group alternates the schedule so they can attend worship together and meet for a time of study, prayer, and fellowship before or after. Here is the upcoming schedule: January 5 January 19 February 2 February 16 March 1 March 15 March 29
10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group 10:00 Life Group; 11:00 Worship 10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group 10:00 Life Group; 11:00 Worship 10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group 10:00 Life Group; 11:00 Worship 10:10 Worship; 11:15 Life Group
11:30 SUNDAY THE GOOD LIFE Time: Sunday, 11:30 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 210 Leaders: Drew & Lisa Brown Type: 30/40’s (but all are welcome) Study Focus: The Book of James by Francis Chan This group meets weekly for a time of connecting with one another and growing in faith through Bible study. The group is currently studying The Book of James by Francis Chan and welcomes newcomers and visitors at any time. 9
LIFE GROUPS Life Groups are a great way to meet new friends and grow in faith. There are several different types of groups to choose from: Women’s, Men’s, Co-Ed, and Special Interest groups.
CO-ED GROUPS CONNECT-GROW-SERVE Time: Sunday, 9:20 a.m. (2nd & 4th) Location: Family Life Center, Multi-Purpose Room Leader: Bryan & Deb Abernathy Age/Stage: 30/40’s Group Focus: Parenting Together by Karen Stubbs 20/30’s SUNDAY MORNING Time: Sunday, 10:00 or 11:15 a.m. (see p. 8) Leaders: Jay and Bailey Bedford Age/Stage: 20/30’s Group Focus: Discussion of previous week’s sermon and social events THE GOOD LIFE Time: Sunday, 11:30 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Bldg, Room 210 Leaders: Drew & Lisa Brown Age/Stage: 30/40’s Group Focus: The Book of James by Francis Chan YOUNG ADULTS Time: Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. Location: Sweet Union Brewery Leader: Rev. Amy Hutchison Age/Stage: 20/30’s Group Focus: Faith issues and fellowship MONROE CAMPUS LIFE GROUP Time: Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Location: Monroe Campus, Fellowship Hall Leader: Salvador Avila Group Focus: Faith issues, fellowship, and study EMPTY NESTERS Time: Friday, 7:00 p.m. (1st & 3rd) Location: Marvin Creek Subdivision Leaders: Andrew & Angie Vollenweider Age/Stage: 40+, EmptyNesters Group Focus: Faith topics/sermon discussion, fellowship, serving, and social events 10
MONROE CAMPUS LIFE GROUP Time: Friday, 7:00 p.m. Location: Monroe Campus, Fellowship Hall Leader: Marbe Chavavria Group Focus: Faith issues, fellowship, and study
MEN’S GROUPS MEN’S LIFE GROUP (SURFACE) Time: Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Location: Marvin Campus, Pine Room Leaders: Jeff Vawter & Bryan Lynip Group Focus: Friendship, study, and accountability MEN’S LIFE GROUP (KING) Time: Monday, 7:00 p.m. (2nd & 4th) Location: Hemby House Leader: Brian King Group Focus: Wild at Heart by John Eldredge MEN’S LIFE GROUP (JACOBS) Time: Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Location: Hemby House Leader: Dwight Jacob Group Focus: Men’s fellowship and study MEN’S LIFE GROUP (ANGELONE) Time: Friday, 5:45 a.m. Location: Sanctuary Bldg, Room 214/215 Leader: Ed Angelone Group Focus: Men’s fellowship and study MEN’S LIFE GROUP (DUNN) Time: Friday, 5:45 a.m. Location: Ballantyne Area Leader: Jim Dunn Group Focus: Men’s fellowship and study MEN’S LIFE GROUP (HEMBY HOUSE) Time: Friday, 7:00 a.m. Location: Hemby House Leader: Dave Bakich Group Focus: Men’s fellowship and study
WOMEN’S GROUPS
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/LIFE GROUP Time: Monday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Padfield Residence Leader: Louise Padfield Group Focus: This group will resume in February with a new study.
STAMPERS FOR LIFE Time: Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. Location: Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall Leaders: Laura Livingston & Wendy Williams Focus: Women’s fellowship & stamp creations
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/LIFE GROUP Time: Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Location: Assell Residence Leaders: Kristen Assell Group Focus: Breathing Room for Women by Sandra Stanley
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY GROUP Time: Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Weddington Fellowship Hall Leader: Marty Cook Group Focus: God of Covenant by Jen Wilkin WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/LIFE GROUP Time: Thursday, 7:00 p.m. Location: Smith Residence Leader: Beth Smith Group Focus: The Book of John by Max Lucado WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY/LIFE GROUP Time: Thursday, 7:00 p.m. Location: McFadden Residence Leader: Sharon McFadden Group Focus: Trustworthy: Overcoming Our Greatest Struggles to Trust God by Lysa TerKeurst WOMEN’S PROFESSIONAL LIFE GROUP Time: Friday, 7:00 a.m. Location: Starbucks at Stonecrest Leader: Karen Blalock Group Focus: Professional women’s issues WOMEN’S LIFE GROUP Time: Friday, 9:30 a.m. Location: Hemby House Leader: Gabrielle Andrews Group Focus: How Happiness Happens by Max Lucado
The Stampers for Life Group meets weekly for a time of fellowship and to create cards for a local prison ministry and other mission-related opportunities. Newcomers and visitors are welcome at any time. WEDDINGTON PRAYER TEAM Time: Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Building, Room 18 Leader: Bill Mayes You are invited to join us for prayer, sharing, and taking the initial steps toward becoming the house of prayer God has called us to be. All are welcome to come at any time - even just for one time. THE ART LIFE GROUP Time: Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - Noon (or later) Location: Hemby House, Room 1 Leader: Nancy Carter Group Focus: Artistic expression and faith The Art Life Group is centered around a love of painting for experienced artists of all levels. We meet in an environment of positive encouragement. Our goal is to use our God-given talents as we share and grow in our skills and our faith. For more information, contact Nancy Carter through the church office. THE WUMC RIDERS Time: 3rd Saturday (Feb-Nov) Location: Various Leader: Ed Krzebetkowski Group Focus: Enjoy motorcycle riding together The WUMC Riders typically ride on the 3rd Saturday of the month (except December & January). We travel to various locations for lunch, but sometimes in the heat of summer we ride to breakfast. We go almost anywhere for good BBQ!
To learn more, please visit www.weddingtonchurch.org or call 704-846-1032.
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SEW MANY BLESSINGS Time: 1st Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall Leader: Cindy Westover & Robin Turner Group Focus: Mission-based projects This is a mission-based group working on projects for our community and abroad. You should have general sewing knowledge to assist with projects as this is not a teaching class. Projects have included baby quilts for the NICU, personal pockets for mastectomy patients, and sending sewing machines, kits, and other needed items to Kenya in order to teach them the art of sewing. Currently, we are joining with the Quilts of Valor Foundation to award veterans of the US Armed Forces with comforting, healing Quilts of Valor, to say, “Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and valor in serving our nation.” If you are a veteran and would like to be recognized with a Quilt of Valor, please email the following to info@weddingtonchurch.org: Name, Email or Phone Number (best way of contact), your branch of the US Armed Forces (Army, Marine, Navy, Air Force, or Coast Guard), and dates of service. CHRISTIAN VALUES IN THE WORKPLACE Time: Sunday, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Begins January 12 Location: Hemby House Leader: Amy Hasty Group Focus: Redeeming Work: Discovering Why Your Work Matters For many of us, work is where we spend one-third (or more) of our lives. It’s what we talk about at parties. It’s how we introduce ourselves. It’s often where our social circles and networks originate. In fact, for a lot of us, it’s the reason we live where we live. Work dictates much of the circumstances and rhythms of our lives. So why does Monday morning feel so far from Sunday morning? For many Christians, there is a significant gap between work and faith. The two simply feel unrelated. This group is meant to help bridge that gap. Join us as we begin the journey together in January and consider the interrelatedness of faith and work. For more information, contact amyphasty@gmail.com.
MEN’S MINISTRY MEN’S CONNECTION BREAKFAST Time: Sundays, 7:30-9:00 a.m. (2nd & 4th) Location: Youth Center/Family Life Center (FLC) Contact: Keith Long The United Methodist Men meet twice a month on Sunday mornings for a time of food, fellowship, to discuss various topics, and guest speakers. All men are welcome! BUILDING BROTHERS MISSION MEN! It’s time to sign up for Building Brothers 2020! Our trip in 2020 will be April 23-26. Come one, come all as we build relationships and Habitat for Humanity homes for families in need on Johns Island, SC. The cost is $325 per man (all-inclusive) and the registration deadline is March 23. Sign up today. The team size is limited to 28 men and slots go quickly. No construction skills are required. To register or for more information contact: Brian King at 704-408-3170, bbking@rodgersbuilders. com or Lloyd Briggs at 704-806-6752, labinc1@aol.com.
Building Brothers 2019
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY WOMEN'S PRAISE & WORSHIP NIGHT Friday, January 24, 6:30 p.m. Weddington Campus Sanctuary & Helms Hall Start the new year focused on scripture, praise, prayer, and fellowship! Join the Women’s Ministry for a great night of fellowship and worship! Refreshments and fellowship in Helms Hall at 6:30 p.m. followed by music and worship in the sanctuary lead by our own Praise & Worship Team at 7:00 p.m. With our eyes fixed on Christ, we are sure to have perfect vision! (Hebrews 12:2)
WEDDINGTON WOMEN’S EVENT Come Laugh, Come Learn, Come Love Weddington Women’s Event Saturday, March 14, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Weddington Campus Family Life Center Join us for a day of faith and encouragement as Cherrie Nettles leads our “mini-retreat.” Born and raised in the Carolinas, guest speaker Cherie Nettles believes all southern girls arrive in the magnolia-lined states in three ways - safe, sweet, and sassy. Cherie admits, “I have chosen to place my emphasis on the ‘sassy.’” She’s a comedienne, humorist story-teller, “Certified Laughter Leader,” and Bible teacher who will invite us to dig deep into God’s Word. Mark your calendar and plan to come laugh, learn, love, and be refreshed by God’s truth.
WOMEN’S CIRCLES SUSANNA WESLEY CIRCLE Time: 1st Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (Sept-May) Location: Helms Hall Contact: Angelina Buess and Deb Abernathy The Susanna Wesley Circle (SWC) is a group of women who wish to grow in faith, experience friendship with Godly women, and serve Christ through various ministries and community outreach. The group ranges in age from mid-20’s through mid-40’s, many with families, but all are welcome to attend. Our next meeting is January 17. We will be hearing about the topic of marriage - specifically how we can improve our marriages by better understanding and accepting our spouses, turning to God through the struggles, and remaining steadfast in the Christian faith. Childcare is available (7 months and older). Bring a friend! MARY MARTHA CIRCLE Time: 1st Friday, 9:30 a.m. (Sept-May) Location: Weddington Fellowship Hall Contact: Mary Revels and Tommie Craig The Mary Martha Circle gathers as a group of loving and caring women in fellowship - supporting each other, growing in faith, and helping to serve the needs in the church and surrounding community. In January the group will welcome guest speaker Tony Gibson, who will share about his role as Weddington Christian Counseling Counselor. For February and March the group will be viewing the video entitled God and Country series by Andy Stanley. We welcome all ladies of the church to join us. LUCY PRICE CIRCLE Time: 2nd Tuesday 6:30 p.m. (Sept-May) Location: Hemby House, Room 1 Contact: Carolyn Canzonieri The Lucy Price Circle meets monthly and seeks to be mission-focused through projects, activities, and events. Our meetings may have a speaker, an activity, and/or a meal. We enjoy having social times, but also want to share the love of Christ by serving others. Join us for one of the upcoming events: January 14 Patsy Sorrell, guest speaker January 31 5th Friday Social with House of Pearls February 8 Valentine’s Luncheon March 10
Karen Mayes, guest speaker
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Intentionally Growing in Faith through...
SMALL GROUPS Life Groups
meet regularly to intentionally grow in faith together through friendship, study, service, and prayer.
Bible Study Groups
meet for a designated time period to intentionally grow in faith together through a specific topic or study resource.
Sunday School Groups
meet on Sunday mornings before or after worship to intentionally grow in faith together through fellowship, prayer, and a study focus.
Quick View Schedule by Category For detailed descriptions of small groups, please see the pages that follow.
CO-ED Day
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Group Type
Location/Leader
About the Group
Sunday
9:20 a.m.
Sunday
9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m.
Sunday
9:30 a.m.
Sunday
9:30 a.m.
Sunday
9:30 a.m.
Multi-Purpose Room - FLC Bryan & Deb Abernathy Youth Center - Main Level Keith Long Sanctuary Building - Room 19 Barbara Bennett Sanctuary Bldg - Room 214/215 Don Lowder Sanctuary Building - Room 213 Marty Westover Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall Patty Wallace Sanctuary Building - Room 209 Jay & Bailey Bedford Sanctuary Building - Room 213 Jim Lonon and Ken Freno Sanctuary Bldg. - Room 19 Maggie Tear Sanctuary Bldg - Room 214/215 Scott Wille Youth Center - Room 102 Bill Mayes & Ann White Multi-Purpose Room - FLC Dean McFadden Sanctuary Building - Room 210 Drew & Lisa Brown
Study: Parenting Together 30/40’s couples with children Study: Book of Judges
Sunday
Sunday Life Group Connect-Serve-Grow Sunday School Group Agape Sunday School Group Foundations Sunday School Group Jay Emry Sunday School Group Shepherd’s View Sunday School Group Bonds Grove Campus Sunday Life Group 20/30’s Sunday Morning Sunday School Group Light of the World Sunday School Group Closer Walk Sunday School Group Cornerstone Sunday School Group Crossroads Sunday School Group Doers of the Word Sunday Life Group The Good Life
2nd & 4th
Sunday 10:00 or 2x month 11:15 a.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Sunday
11:00 a.m.
Sunday
11:00 a.m.
Sunday
11:00 a.m.
Sunday
11:10 a.m.
Sunday
11:30 a.m.
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Study: Longing for a King 1 Samuel - 1 Kings Various topics Study: Unexpected Christmas by Andy Stanley (through Dec) Study: Revelation Discussion on the previous week’s sermon Study: Colossians; Paul’s Missionary Journeys Study: This is the Day by Tim Tebow Study: God’s Plan; Genesis Study: Inductive Study of Short New Testament Books Study: 1 & 2 Peter Study: The Book of James by Francis Chan
CO-ED continued Day
Time
Group Type
Location/Leader
About the Group
Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Disciple Bible Study
Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Disciple 1 ongoing in-depth Bible study Fellowship and faith topics
Wednesday 6:30 p.m.
Life Group Young Adults Disciple Bible Study
Hemby House - Room 8 Heather Brown Sweet Union Brewery (Indian Trail) Rev. Amy Hutchison Sanctuary Building - Room 19 David Myers
Wednesday 6:30 p.m.
Adult Bible Study
Family Life Center - Gym Rev. Dr. Terry Moore
The Parables of Jesus
Wednesday 7:00 p.m.
Life Group Monroe Campus Life Group The Artist Life Group Life Group Empty Nesters Life Group Monroe Campus
Monroe Campus Salvador Avila Hemby House - Room 1 Nancy Carter Marvin Creek Subdivision Andrew & Angie Vollenweider Monroe Campus Marbe Chavavria
Various topics
Thursday
9:30 a.m.
Friday
7:00 p.m.
Friday
7:00 p.m.
1st & 2nd
Disciple 2 ongoing in-depth Bible study
Artistic expression and faith Various topics; discussion of the previous week’s sermon Various topics
MEN Day
Time
Group Type
Location/Leader
About the Group
Sunday
7:30 a.m.
Sunday
6:30 p.m.
Monday
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday
7:30 p.m. 5:45 a.m.
Friday
5:45 a.m.
Friday
7:00 a.m.
Youth Center (FLC) Keith Long Marvin Campus - Pine Room Jeff Vawter & Bryan Lynip Hemby House Brian King Hemby House Dwight Jacobs Sanctuary Bldg - Room 214/215 Ed Angelone Ballantyne Area Jim Dunn Hemby House Dave Bakich
Fellowship breakfast, study/ speaker, prayer, and support All ages/stages, friendship, study, and accountability Wild at Heart by John Eldredge Bible study and fellowship
Friday
Men’s Connection Breakfast UMM (United Methodist Men) Men’s Life Group SURFACE Men’s Life Group King Men’s Life Group Jacobs Men’s Life Group Angelone Men’s Life Group Dunn Men’s Life Group Bakich
2nd & 4th
2nd & 4th
Bible study and fellowship Bible study and fellowship Breakfast, Bible study, prayer, service
To learn more, please visit www.weddingtonchurch.org or call 704-846-1032. 15
WOMEN Day
Time
Group Type
Location/Leader
About the Group
Monday
9:30 a.m.
Women’s Bible Study
Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Lucy Price Circle
The group will begin a new study in February Faith, fellowship, and service
Tuesday
7:30 p.m.
Wednesday
9:30 a.m.
Women’s Life Group Abigail Women’s Bible Study
Wednesday
9:30 a.m.
Disciple Bible Study
Padfield Residence Louise Padfield Hemby House Carolyn Canzonieri Assell Residence Kristen Assell & Katharine Arno Weddington Fellowship Hall Marty Cook Hemby House - Room 1
Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Friday
7:00 a.m.
Friday
9:30 a.m.
Friday
9:30 a.m.
Women’s Life Group Stampers for Life Women’s Life Group Young Professional Women Women’s Life Group McFadden Women’s Life Group Blalock Women’s Life Group Andrews Susanna Wesley Circle
Friday
9:30 a.m.
Mary Martha Circle
Saturday
9:00 a.m.
Women’s Life Group Sew Many Blessings
2nd
1st 1st 1st
Breathing Room for Women by Sandra Stanley God of Covenant by Jen Wilkin
Disciple 1 ongoing in-depth Bible study Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall Fellowship and making cards Laura Livingston, Wendy Williams for prision ministry and others Smith Residence Bible study and fellowship Beth Smith McFadden Residence Trustworthy: Overcoming our Sharon McFadden Greatest Struggles to Trust God Stonecrest Starbucks Professional Women Karen Blalock Hemby House How Happiness Happens by Gabrielle Andrews Max Lucado Helms Hall Faith, fellowship, and service Deb Abernathy & Angline Buess 20-40’s Weddington Fellowship Hall Faith, fellowship, and service Mary Revels & Tommie Craig Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall Mission-focused projects Cindy Westover & Robin Turner Meg Flouhouse & Stephanie Lester
SPECIAL INTEREST Day
Time
Group Type
Location/Leader
About the Group
Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Stampers for Life
Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall
Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Room 18, Sanctuary Building
Thursday
9:30 a.m.
Prayer Ministry Team Bill Mayes Artist Life Group
Fellowship and making cards for Prison Ministry & others Pray for others, be prayed for
Saturday
9:00 a.m.
Saturday
Various
Sunday
4:00 p.m.
1st
3rd
2x/month
Laura Livingston & Wendy Williams
Hemby House - Room 1 Nancy Carter Sew Many Blessings Life Group Bonds Grove Campus Cindy Westover & Robin Turner WUMC Motorcycle Riders Various Locations Ed Krzebetkowski Christian Values in the Hemby House - Room 1 Workplace Amy Hasty
Artistic expression and faith Mission-focused projects Enjoy riding together See p.12 for schedule and details
To learn more, please visit www.weddingtonchurch.org or call 704-846-1032. 16
SUPPORT GROUPS Day
Time
Group
Location
Monday Monday 3rd Monday Wednesday Wednesday 3rd Wednesday 3rd Wednesday Thursday 2nd Thursday Friday Friday Saturday 1st Saturday Saturday Sunday
6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m 10:00 p.m 11:00 a.m 3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Domestic Violence TOPS NAMI Connection Recovery GriefShare DivorceCare Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alzheimer’s & Dementia Al Anon NAMI Adult Children of Alcoholics Narcotics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous Parents of Addicted Loved Ones
Call the church office Bonds Grove Fellowship Hall Sanctuary Building, Rm 214/215 Hemby House, Rm 1 Sanctuary Building, Rm 20 Sanctuary Building, Rm 16 Sanctuary Building, Rm 17 Hemby House - Rm 1 Sanctuary Building, Rm 214/215 Sanctuary Building, Rm 209 Weddington Fellowship Hall, Rm 2 Monroe Campus Weddington Fellowship Hall Weddington Fellowship Hall Hemby House
About the Group Taking Pounds Off Sensibly Peer-led adults w/mental Illness Begins January 22 Begins February 5 Support Group Fellowship for loved ones Loved ones with mental illness
Leader Meeting
WINTER BLUES SEMINAR Tuesday, January 28, 6:30 p.m.
PAL offers support for parents of loved ones who struggle with addiction. Weekly meetings, led by trained parent facilitators, cover topics including: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Addiction cycle Traits and behaviors Delayed emotional growth Role of family Releasing your loved one Emotional detachment Setting realistic boundaries Accepting consequences Enabling behaviors Financial strings Steps of recovery Recognizing relapse
For more information visit www.palgroup.org. A PAL group meets Sunday evenings at 6:30 in Hemby House.
Sometimes the winter season, due to the weather, less daylight hours, and lack of greenery outdoors, can cause one to feel depressed. The TLC Team is sponsoring a seminar on Tuesday, January 28 at 6:30 p.m. to address ways one can better navigate the winter blues. This event is being held at our Bonds Grove Campus Fellowship Hall. A heavy appetizer meal will be provided. Please contact Rev Ed Briggs for more information at 704-846-1032 or at ed.briggs@weddingtonchurch.org. R.S.V.P to Sandra McKee at sandra.mckee@weddingtonchurch.org. NAMI (NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL HEALTH) SUPPORT GROUP 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7:00 p.m. NAMI offers a support group for people who have loved ones living with mental illness. This very helpful group is led by trained Nami leaders John and Evann Duncan. Their experiences with a family member with mental illness combined with their heart for others truly provides a special touch for all who attend. They can be contacted at (980) 313-8712 for more information. The Family Support Group meets on the 2nd Tuesdays of every month at 7:00 p.m. in Room 214. 17
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
WEDNESDAYS @ WEDDINGTON
The senior adult Kings & Queens group meets for social time, crafts, bingo, special programs, and lunch September-May. The objective is to meet the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of seniors, as well as provide learning opportunities for continued growth. Visitors are always welcome.
W@W Fellowship Meals Time: Wednesday, 5:00-6:45 p.m. (Sept-May) Location: Family Life Center Cost: Adults $5, Children $3, Family $20
Upcoming schedule: January 9
Monthly Meeting in FLC at 10:00 a.m.
January 15 Golden Corral Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. February 13 Monthly Meeting in FLC at 10:00 a.m. February 19 Golden Corral Luncheon at 11:30 a.m.
Fellowship meals are served from 5:00-6:45 p.m. in the Family Life Center. 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 relationships. January Menu
March 12
Monthly Meeting in FLC at 10:00 a.m.
Jan. 8 Lasagna, breadsticks, salad bar, and tiramisu
March 18
Golden Corral Luncheon at 11:30 a.m.
Jan. 15 White chicken chili, steamed buttered broccoli, corn bread, salad bar, and cookies
For additional details please contact Sandra McKee at the church office at 704-846-1032.
Jan. 22 Beef stroganoff over egg noodles or rice, oven-roasted green beans, roll, salad bar, and cherry pineapple dump cake Jan. 29 Pork tenderloin, oven roasted rosemary new potatoes, spinach gratin, roll, salad, and cookies
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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)
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6:00 p.m. Bilingual Worship (Monroe Campus) 4:00 p.m. Waltonwood Retirement Community
For updated information or to learn more please visit our website or contact: Patsy Sorrell Director of Adult Discipleship patsy.sorrell@weddingtonchurch.org 704-814-1308 Tonya Tapp Administrative Assistant for Discipleship tonya.tapp@weddingtonchurch.org 704-814-1314
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