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Ladies Banquet 2 4 pm
8 Mother’s Day Auction/ No PM service
9
15
16
22 Graduate Sunday
23
29 No PM Service
30 Office Closed
3 Juliet Breakfast 9 am
4
5
6
7
10
11
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17 Juliet Breakfast 9 am
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WOM
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THE WINDOW IN MEMORIAM Occasionally, as a congregation, we lose someone whose presence in and meaning for the church has been unusually meaningful. As I think over the past fifteen years, I could name a number of persons no longer with us who fall into that category. We are richer for their friendship and service; we are poorer for their passing. I cannot help but believe that Jeanette Houpt is one of these special people.
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Winstanley Baptist Church did a good day’s work when they called Jim and Jeanette to serve here. Jim, of course, served long and well on the church staff, and Jeanette faithfully supported and ministered alongside him.
only a handful of them praying for me, I would want her to be one. She loved the people of this church and beyond, and she loved God’s Kingdom. Beside that, in the years after Jim’s staff service at Winstanley, she and Jim, generally behind the scenes, have served all kinds of folks in all kinds of ways. While Jeanette’s prayer ministry has been profound, her ministry to others has been no less profound. All of which leads me to one question. Considering everything that Jeanette has done and how we have come to depend on her, who will be next to minister as she has done?
But Jeanette served in her own ways. That she was a wonderful encourager may be near the top of the list, but her prayer life, her love for missions, and her personal interest in the lives of so many of us mattered greatly, too.
I don’t dare ask who would replace her, for that is neither a good question nor a possibility. I simply wonder who among us will demonstrate the prayer concern, the passion and love, and the service for the Kingdom that Jeanette has.
As I have thought about it the past couple of days, I have decided that, of the people I have known in four decades of ministry, if I could have
Loving you and grateful to be your pastor, Dr. Steve
What It Means To Be A Deacon . . . I was asked to serve as a deacon at Winstanley over 30 years ago. I was not sure that I was qualified to be a deacon. After discussions with and encouragement from Pastor Wendell Garrison and members of the selection committee I agreed to serve. Over the years I have had the chance to serve in a variety of ways. I was Sunday School director for a number of years. When we started the deacon family ministry plan I became a part of it. Through this plan I have had the opportunity to serve different church families in various ways. Another area in which I have been able to serve is by participating in mission projects and mission trips. Probably the most rewarding experience I have had was in helping build the Williams family home. The chance to bond with a group of fellow Christians in doing this helped me grow spiritually. To me being a deacon means to serve God, my church family and my pastor. I continue to appreciate the chance to serve. Jim Newton
Volume 67, Issue 5 May 2016
Mission Trip to Urbana, IL to work on a house on campus June 27-July 1 See Mel Gunter or Dr. Steve if interested
Time to clean out your junk drawer, closet, attic, garage and basement. We are having another church-wide yard sale this summer. The yard sale will be Saturday, June 25 at 9 am. Any questions, contact Cindy Holderfield.
Matt Stein 208 Hillwood Dr. Belleville, IL 62223 779-5544
Postmaster: Return Service Requested Permit No. 50 US Postage Paid O’Fallon, IL Non-Profit
The summer is quickly approaching, and we have many things to look forward to! Graduation is just around the corner for our seniors. It is a time of great celebration but also of reflection and potentially a cause for grieving. While I know our seniors are excited to take the next steps in their journey. It can also be very scary. They are moving from their many comforts of high school and transitioning into college, vocational training, and even the military. It is at this point in their spiritual journey that has the potential of being one of the most difficult challenges of their lives. They may no longer have a church to call home and a weekly (sometimes daily) presence of their church family surrounding them. This is our opportunity to be intentional with our seniors as they are finishing high school and spending what could be their last summer at home. While we will always have our arms outstretched for them no matter how long they are with us or how far they travel, we can show them intentional support and love during their time of transition. I know how crucial my church family was during my transition to college, and I’m sure you all have experienced a transition where your church family was a much needed support for you. Let’s be sure that we offer as much love and support for them as we once received and needed! Congratulations to our seniors!
Mother’s Day Auction, May 8. Youth Fundraiser!
Please bring your desserts and be prepared to bid! You may take your desserts home after the 10:55 am service.
Angel Baugh Paige Grissom Evan Shepard We are so very proud of you!
Bob Thompson Elaine Gantner Jim Robbins Brad Taylor Ken Rogers L. Stegman, L. Haider J. Riggan, L. Haverman Ric & Evan Shepard D. Stegman/J. Mitchell Rick/Lyn Haverman
Budget Checkbook Bal. 2/29/16
$ 54,724.65
Sunday School
4/3 171
4/10 156
4/17 134
4/24 157
Gross Budget Receipts
$ 27,069.93
Worship
Less Total Budget Expenditures
$ 28,202.91
175
158
140
160
Budget Checkbook Bal. 3/30/16
$ 53,591.67
$14,727.00
$6,315.00
$5,545.00
$5,154.00
Our Goal: $1,500
Budget Off.
MAY ETC 10:55 Schedule
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU OUR FIRST BRIDGE BREAD DAY WAS A GREAT SUCCESS!! What a blessing to have so many support our new mission effort. Fifty units of assorted breads and sweet rolls sold within 30 minutes after the first service totaling $177.00. Unfortunately, we had none to sell after the second service but that will be corrected at our next event on May 8th—promise! Pre-orders are already being placed. It is not necessary to pre-order but to be assured you get the items you want, you might consider doing so. There is an envelope on the bulletin board outside the sanctuary doors with order forms to fill out and return in the attached envelope beneath it. Note: orders should be placed no later than the first Sunday of the month for delivery on the second Sunday. God bless your compassion and generosity to such a worthy cause...the BB Committee: Nancy Alves, Jim/Nancy Bryant, Keith/Pat/Jordan Stumpf, Chris/ Kendal Tierney-Hurst, and Lyndsay Williams. Page 2
8:15 May 1 May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29 10:55 May 1 May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29
BUDGET SUMMARY FOR MARCH & WEEKLY STATISTICS Report for March
Peace, Lyndsay
GREETER SCHEDULE
Get ready to learn more about following the Light of the World at Cave Quest VBS, July 10-15. Family night is on Friday, July 15. Volunteers needed and welcome! Contributions being accepted. VBS will be in the evening again. See Denise Harrier if you can help.
May 1
May 8
Dina Stidham, Captain
Betty Heidenfelder Captain Rainbow Room Sean/Tina Taylor Garden Room Sarah Lancaster Cynthia Frazier Ocean Room Bill/Emily Phillips
Rainbow Room Dave Stidham Shelly Bell Garden Room Michelle Struense Laura Showmaker Ocean Room Karen Sandefur Ethan Stidham
May 15 Carlene Mitchell Captain Rainbow Room Megan/Chris Flahan Garden Room Yvonne Saunders Samantha Stegman Ocean Room Josh Mitchell Mary Jane Heuer
May 22 Connie Rutledge Captain Rainbow Room Rick/Lyn Haverman Garden Room Paul/Meredith Flahan Ocean Room Chris/Kendal Hurst
May 29 Laura Osborn, Captain Rainbow Room Matt/Gabby Clark Garden Room Judy Greenfield Janice Henry Ocean Room Charlene Siegel Dillon Campbell
SECURITY TEAMS May 1
May 8
May 15
May 22
May 29
Steve Campbell Mike Niederer Bruce Hicks Jim Smallwood
Rick Haverman Randy Saunders David Showmaker Dennis Reinard
Jim Newton Jim Robbins Dave Stidham Chris Hoots
Jason Browne David Showmaker Mel Gunter David Thorn
Dave Rochleau Scott Struense Bob McClure Harrison Gordon
Page 3
The summer is quickly approaching, and we have many things to look forward to! Graduation is just around the corner for our seniors. It is a time of great celebration but also of reflection and potentially a cause for grieving. While I know our seniors are excited to take the next steps in their journey. It can also be very scary. They are moving from their many comforts of high school and transitioning into college, vocational training, and even the military. It is at this point in their spiritual journey that has the potential of being one of the most difficult challenges of their lives. They may no longer have a church to call home and a weekly (sometimes daily) presence of their church family surrounding them. This is our opportunity to be intentional with our seniors as they are finishing high school and spending what could be their last summer at home. While we will always have our arms outstretched for them no matter how long they are with us or how far they travel, we can show them intentional support and love during their time of transition. I know how crucial my church family was during my transition to college, and I’m sure you all have experienced a transition where your church family was a much needed support for you. Let’s be sure that we offer as much love and support for them as we once received and needed! Congratulations to our seniors!
Mother’s Day Auction, May 8. Youth Fundraiser!
Please bring your desserts and be prepared to bid! You may take your desserts home after the 10:55 am service.
Angel Baugh Paige Grissom Evan Shepard We are so very proud of you!
Bob Thompson Elaine Gantner Jim Robbins Brad Taylor Ken Rogers L. Stegman, L. Haider J. Riggan, L. Haverman Ric & Evan Shepard D. Stegman/J. Mitchell Rick/Lyn Haverman
Budget Checkbook Bal. 2/29/16
$ 54,724.65
Sunday School
4/3 171
4/10 156
4/17 134
4/24 157
Gross Budget Receipts
$ 27,069.93
Worship
Less Total Budget Expenditures
$ 28,202.91
175
158
140
160
Budget Checkbook Bal. 3/30/16
$ 53,591.67
$14,727.00
$6,315.00
$5,545.00
$5,154.00
Our Goal: $1,500
Budget Off.
MAY ETC 10:55 Schedule
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU OUR FIRST BRIDGE BREAD DAY WAS A GREAT SUCCESS!! What a blessing to have so many support our new mission effort. Fifty units of assorted breads and sweet rolls sold within 30 minutes after the first service totaling $177.00. Unfortunately, we had none to sell after the second service but that will be corrected at our next event on May 8th—promise! Pre-orders are already being placed. It is not necessary to pre-order but to be assured you get the items you want, you might consider doing so. There is an envelope on the bulletin board outside the sanctuary doors with order forms to fill out and return in the attached envelope beneath it. Note: orders should be placed no later than the first Sunday of the month for delivery on the second Sunday. God bless your compassion and generosity to such a worthy cause...the BB Committee: Nancy Alves, Jim/Nancy Bryant, Keith/Pat/Jordan Stumpf, Chris/ Kendal Tierney-Hurst, and Lyndsay Williams. Page 2
8:15 May 1 May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29 10:55 May 1 May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29
BUDGET SUMMARY FOR MARCH & WEEKLY STATISTICS Report for March
Peace, Lyndsay
GREETER SCHEDULE
Get ready to learn more about following the Light of the World at Cave Quest VBS, July 10-15. Family night is on Friday, July 15. Volunteers needed and welcome! Contributions being accepted. VBS will be in the evening again. See Denise Harrier if you can help.
May 1
May 8
Dina Stidham, Captain
Betty Heidenfelder Captain Rainbow Room Sean/Tina Taylor Garden Room Sarah Lancaster Cynthia Frazier Ocean Room Bill/Emily Phillips
Rainbow Room Dave Stidham Shelly Bell Garden Room Michelle Struense Laura Showmaker Ocean Room Karen Sandefur Ethan Stidham
May 15 Carlene Mitchell Captain Rainbow Room Megan/Chris Flahan Garden Room Yvonne Saunders Samantha Stegman Ocean Room Josh Mitchell Mary Jane Heuer
May 22 Connie Rutledge Captain Rainbow Room Rick/Lyn Haverman Garden Room Paul/Meredith Flahan Ocean Room Chris/Kendal Hurst
May 29 Laura Osborn, Captain Rainbow Room Matt/Gabby Clark Garden Room Judy Greenfield Janice Henry Ocean Room Charlene Siegel Dillon Campbell
SECURITY TEAMS May 1
May 8
May 15
May 22
May 29
Steve Campbell Mike Niederer Bruce Hicks Jim Smallwood
Rick Haverman Randy Saunders David Showmaker Dennis Reinard
Jim Newton Jim Robbins Dave Stidham Chris Hoots
Jason Browne David Showmaker Mel Gunter David Thorn
Dave Rochleau Scott Struense Bob McClure Harrison Gordon
Page 3
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Ladies Banquet 2 4 pm
8 Mother’s Day Auction/ No PM service
9
15
16
22 Graduate Sunday
23
29 No PM Service
30 Office Closed
3 Juliet Breakfast 9 am
4
5
6
7
10
11
12
13
14
17 Juliet Breakfast 9 am
24
18
25
WOM
19
26
20
27
21
28
THE WINDOW IN MEMORIAM Occasionally, as a congregation, we lose someone whose presence in and meaning for the church has been unusually meaningful. As I think over the past fifteen years, I could name a number of persons no longer with us who fall into that category. We are richer for their friendship and service; we are poorer for their passing. I cannot help but believe that Jeanette Houpt is one of these special people.
31
Winstanley Baptist Church did a good day’s work when they called Jim and Jeanette to serve here. Jim, of course, served long and well on the church staff, and Jeanette faithfully supported and ministered alongside him.
only a handful of them praying for me, I would want her to be one. She loved the people of this church and beyond, and she loved God’s Kingdom. Beside that, in the years after Jim’s staff service at Winstanley, she and Jim, generally behind the scenes, have served all kinds of folks in all kinds of ways. While Jeanette’s prayer ministry has been profound, her ministry to others has been no less profound. All of which leads me to one question. Considering everything that Jeanette has done and how we have come to depend on her, who will be next to minister as she has done?
But Jeanette served in her own ways. That she was a wonderful encourager may be near the top of the list, but her prayer life, her love for missions, and her personal interest in the lives of so many of us mattered greatly, too.
I don’t dare ask who would replace her, for that is neither a good question nor a possibility. I simply wonder who among us will demonstrate the prayer concern, the passion and love, and the service for the Kingdom that Jeanette has.
As I have thought about it the past couple of days, I have decided that, of the people I have known in four decades of ministry, if I could have
Loving you and grateful to be your pastor, Dr. Steve
What It Means To Be A Deacon . . . I was asked to serve as a deacon at Winstanley over 30 years ago. I was not sure that I was qualified to be a deacon. After discussions with and encouragement from Pastor Wendell Garrison and members of the selection committee I agreed to serve. Over the years I have had the chance to serve in a variety of ways. I was Sunday School director for a number of years. When we started the deacon family ministry plan I became a part of it. Through this plan I have had the opportunity to serve different church families in various ways. Another area in which I have been able to serve is by participating in mission projects and mission trips. Probably the most rewarding experience I have had was in helping build the Williams family home. The chance to bond with a group of fellow Christians in doing this helped me grow spiritually. To me being a deacon means to serve God, my church family and my pastor. I continue to appreciate the chance to serve. Jim Newton
Volume 67, Issue 5 May 2016
Mission Trip to Urbana, IL to work on a house on campus June 27-July 1 See Mel Gunter or Dr. Steve if interested
Time to clean out your junk drawer, closet, attic, garage and basement. We are having another church-wide yard sale this summer. The yard sale will be Saturday, June 25 at 9 am. Any questions, contact Cindy Holderfield.
Matt Stein 208 Hillwood Dr. Belleville, IL 62223 779-5544
Postmaster: Return Service Requested Permit No. 50 US Postage Paid O’Fallon, IL Non-Profit