WINFREE MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH
’Round the Grounds September/October 2011 This has been one of the best summers ever at Winfree! • VBS was outstanding! • Sports Camp had the largest number of participants ever and pulled it all off even with a last minute change of venue. • Rusty and the youth group worked at a missions camp for a week, primarily assisting with the housing for disabled people. • We have had some incredible days in worship, ranging from a touching Lord’s Supper to one of the largest crowds of the year at 11:00 service . . . in August! • God continues to send us guests every week, many of them young families. Now, as we move into the fall, I hope that you will pay particular attention to these two events.
1 - Our Spiritual Directions and Vision Process Someone asked me, “Is something wrong?” No. In fact I believe we here at Winfree are doing a lot of things right. But, just like it is wise to have a physical check every few years, even when we are feeling healthy, we ought to make sure that as a church we are on target with God’s purposes. So we have been praying and preparing. On Sept. 23-25 we will interact with each other and a team of external coaches. This will lead to the identification of our strengths and some specific recommendations for our future. Please look at the article inside for more detail. But most of all, let’s join together in prayer and then engage in the process.
2 - Revive, Renew, Renovate (RRR) This fall we will shift into high gear with the next phase of our renovation of the current facilities. We do a great job of caring for our facilities and our sanctuary is beautiful. But after 23 years there are some items needing attention. This phase will primarily focus on the sanctuary building. In order to do this renovation, in October we will encourage each other to make pledges towards the building fund. I hope that you will pray and respond faithfully to the guidance God gives you about this. Watch for more information about the renovation plans and the fundraising. Winfree, thanks for being who you are!
hip Sunday School & Disciples It’s Time! September is here, and with it comes many fresh opportunities to achieve more completely what God wants from each of us. Let this be your invitation to take action: Our Adult Choir is eagerly looking for singers to share the 11:00 am worship leadership responsibility. The Choir gathers each Wednesday at 7:30 pm for an energized ninety minutes of music and fellowship. Widely known for the considerable diversity of styles of music it enjoys, our Choir has been called “a lively support group for adults who also sing.” If you love God, love music, and love people, you possess all the qualifications needed to join this feisty group in ministry.
Mid-Week Express begins with supper Wednesday, September 7, at 5:45 pm. In addition to childcare and a study hall environment for children and youths, adults will have the opportunity to “give the gift of life” via our Blood Drive (you can choose a specific time to donate by phoning our office) and to pray together for our Vision and Discernment emphasis. The following Wednesday, September 14, at 6:30 pm, adults may join one of these six-session small groups: • Radical Together This dynamic study, led by Robin McNeny, is for persons who are not free to participate in a Sunday morning adult class - - our adult classes are reading this book together beginning September 11 - - or who simply want additional conversation around this unique course. • Spiritual Power When we look critically at ourselves spiritually, too often what we see is an 87 pound weakling. In other areas of our lives we feel strong, capable, focused, but in our spiritual lives we sense that something essential is missing. In this class, presented by our Spiritual Life Committee, participants will gain practical skills to strengthen, to transform our devotional lives with joy.
Sign up for a Retreat Weekend. Plans are currently forming for both a Men’s Retreat and a Women’s Retreat! Participants step away from their regular routines for two or three days to pause, reflect, pray, relax, re-focus. Scripture reading, un-hurried conversations, worship time, warm fellowship, good food - - a Winfree retreat always restores one’s spirit.
• So You’re a Parent Got kids? Parenting is a Become a leader in Winfree’s Church School. school for spiritual formation—and our children Currently we need only four more adults in order are our teachers. Join Rusty Lee for this course fully to meet our staffing needs for this fall, but on spiritual formation, expressly designed by enlisting these four persons is critical, especially for your heavenly Father to help you grow in ways our children grades 2 through 5 during 9:30 am you never imagined! In this soul-stretching Sunday School. The children themselves are study pack, Gary Thomas shows how everyday wonderful, the materials are very user-friendly, and realities, from a toddler's tantrums to a a capable support team is in place to assist you. Is teenager's silence, are used by God to this your time to attempt a new thing for Christ? transform us into his image. Would you at least be willing to pray and to talk about this challenging adventure? Call me. Bless your hearts! Mike Weaver
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Fun on the lawn here at Winfree! Water games! Fellowship! Good food! Lunch is FREE! RSVP to the church by 8/31/11 at 794-5031. In case of rain, we will eat in The Commons.
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Church Vision Vision and Spiritual Direction Process Your prayerful, thoughtful and faith-filled involvement is needed for our vision process to be as successful as possible. You can be involved in three ways:
1- Prayer Preparation Join together in a daily prayer time at 9:24-25 (your choice of am or pm). The Sunday Here’s What’s Happening has a prayer request for the week related to the process. We will also have some special times of prayer, including the first Wednesday night, September 7, at 6:30 pm.
2- Vision Weekend Involvement There are two primary places to plug in. A- On Friday night, September 23, from 7:00 - 8:00 pm there is an open forum for all interested Winfree-ites. This is your chance to give input and answer questions from the five coaches who will be assisting us. Please plan on being at this session. The bigger the circle of input the coaches have, the better they will be able to help us. (The Church Council and other leaders will be meeting with the coaches on Saturday morning.) B- On Sunday, September 25, we will have a box lunch for the whole church and then we will hear from the coaches. They will highlight our strengths and offer us some recommendations to help us fulfill our God-given purpose.
3 – Join in the discussion and vote. On Sunday, October 2 at 5:00 pm we will have a feedback session about the recommendations, and then on Sunday, October 9, in the morning service, we will vote on the recommendations.
Here are our coaches for the Vision Weekend: Kim Jessie - Kim is a native of Virginia and has been in ministry for more than twenty years. She serves on the staff of Norfolk Baptist Association and is a trained church consultant in the areas of church ministry, community ministry, and church health. Dennis Green - Rev. Dennis Green is a graduate of John Leland Seminary and the Executive Pastor of Powhatan Community Church. His business background has been an invaluable resource in guiding PCC to be one of Virginia’s fastest growing churches. He has also been the site pastor of Westchester Community Church.
Ken Kessler - Ken serves as a Team Leader and Field Strategist for the Baptist General Association of Virginia, where he helps church leaders develop innovative strategies for congregational development and serves as ministry leadership coach for pastors and staff. Jim Hamacher – Jim is the Executive Director of Middle District Baptist Association. He came to the Middle District in 2005 after completing a thirteen-year pastorate in Northern Virginia. He is a graduate of Southwestern Seminary, with a doctorate in Marriage Enrichment.
Dee Whitten – Dee is the Pastor of Fairview at River Club in Fredericksburg. This is a new church plant from Fairview Baptist Church in downtown Fredericksburg. Started in 2007 with 150 seed members, it now runs over 500 in worship. Previously Dee served with the Baptist General Convention of Virginia, assisting churches and pastors, and has a long, successful track record of ministry. Page 3
th Ministries u o Y & ’s n re d il h C Rusty’s Ramblings Preschool Corner After a joyful and relaxing respite from school and routines, the weekday preschool is geared up to begin another year. Families and school staff are eagerly shopping for supplies and making final preparations. Teachers are traveling around the community making home visits to children. The preschool building is having a thorough cleaning, and art and toy supplies have been ordered, shipped, and stocked on shelves. Accreditation and licensing requirements have been met. With excitement and a little trepidation, we all acknowledge our readiness. On August 30, the faculty will meet for a luncheon and families will arrive at 7:00 PM for Parent Orientation. Over 150 families will meet in the sanctuary and then tour classrooms and familiarize themselves with our amazing school and church. All weekday families are invited to the Sunday School Fall Kickoff Picnic on September 11. We hope to have an excellent turnout. Please welcome these young families as you see them. Other dates of interest include: September 14 - Substitute Teacher Training October 3 - Parent Meeting, “Tools of the Mind: Building School Readiness through Self-Control”, by Ginny, 9:30 am. October 11 - Betsy Q performing at 11:00 and 1:15, church families welcome.
WOW, my first Fall is here! Where does the time go? I am excited about seeing everyone and strengthening the relationships formed over summer. I hope everyone will come out and investigate the new changes to Sunday AM’s, The Gathering, and to our room. Fall is going to ROCK!! I hope the monthly Parent Link publication will become a conversation starter for you and your students. I’ll be communicating different ways: Paper & Electronic
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Upcoming Youth Events: Saturday, September 10 Lake Party @ The Norge’s Leave Winfree at 9 am. Bring $10 to cover meal & gas for boat/jet ski. Sunday, September 11 Fall / Promotion Sunday at Winfree Worship at 9:30 am. Small groups at 11 am. Fall Kickoff picnic at noon. The Gathering at 5:30 pm. (Please note the new starting time on Sunday evenings!)
November 3 - Winfree Preschool Book Fair at Barnes and Noble, Commonwealth Center. Profits benefit the school library.
Friday, September 16 7:30 pm Movie Night at Winfree “Soul Surfer” Family Movie Night outside. Bring lawn chairs.
Say a prayer for all of us as another school year begins and we once again minister to the youngest of our community. Once again Winfree Memorial Baptist Church reaches out to “let the children come unto me.”
September 30th - October 2nd Fall Youth Retreat at Camp Crossroads “Finding our roots in our earth, our humanity, and in our God.” Sign up today with Rusty. Only 20 spots available! Cost is $75.
In service to the Kingdom ~ Rusty Lee
~ Ginny Brenner
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Community Life & Outre
We welcome the following new family to Winfree:
What’s New in the Library?
Sean & Emy Trende and their children, Judd and Will, have joined Winfree by transfer of letter from First Baptist Church of Richmond.
We have some great resources for Sunday School Teachers! We have two wonderful books by Marlene D. LeFever: Creative Teaching Minds, and Learning Styles. Use these resources to help reach the students God gave you to teach! We also have a number of new books for adults to help renew your spirituality and to help you find your calling. A couple of great Max Lucado books (The Cure for the Common Life, and Next Door Savior). Also When Christ Lives in Us by Justo L. Gonzalez, and The Life You’ve Always Wanted by John Ortberg.
The Outreach Committee needs creative minds and helping hearts to be a part of our team! This is a rewarding way to reach out to our community and introduce Winfree. The Fall is looking to be a fun and exciting time with lots of activities. Please join us and join in to share Christ and serve others.
Descriptions of these books are in the library. Come explore the library today!
Please call Mary Jackson (794-9481) or Vivian Sillmon (897-1431) for more information.
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Church Recreation
Schedule of FUN - Fall 2011 9/10/11 9:00 am Saturday
Beth Moore Simulcast: Living Proof Live (for ladies only)
9/16/11 Friday
Winfree Family Outdoor Movie Night (CANCELLED IF RAIN!)
7:30 pm
Cost: $10.00 (includes lunch) if you register by 9/4/11; $15.00 after that. Registration DEADLINE is 9/8/11. Visit www.secondbranch.org for more information and to register. Doors open at 9:00 am; Simulcast begins at 10:30 am; Concludes at 5:00 pm. LOCATION: Second Branch Baptist Church, 12217 Second Branch Road, Chesterfield Court House, 23838. If desired, sign up to carpool to event in the church office (794-5031). Meet at Winfree paved parking lot at 8:30 am to carpool.
Featured Movie “SOUL SURFER” begins at 7:45 pm. Based on the true story of a surfer who lost her arm in a shark attack, yet continued her surfing career. Bring your own lawn chairs, bug spray, and tissues (it’s a touching movie). Soft drinks, water, popcorn, peanuts and pickles will be provided. LOCATION: Winfree Church, outside behind the Commons.
10/8/11 8:30 am Saturday
Carter Mountain Orchard Fall Festival (CANCELLED IF RAIN!) Bring the family for apple picking and fun at the Apple Harvest Festival. Sign up to carpool to the event in the church office (794-5031). Meet at Winfree paved parking lot at 8:30 am to carpool/caravan. LOCATION: Carter Mountain Orchard (Hours are 9:00 am – 6:00 pm). GPS Address: 575 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
10/22/11 8:30 am Saturday
Retail Therapy Outing (for ladies only) Bus/Van to Prime Outlets for shopping and lunch at Old Chickahominy House. No charge, but gas money donations accepted and lunch is Dutch Treat. Call Brenda Green at Middle District Baptist Assn (276-8481) to sign up. Meet at Branch’s Baptist Church, 3400 Broad Rock Blvd, Richmond, 23234. If desired, sign up to carpool to Branch’s in the church office (794-5031). Meet at Winfree paved parking lot at 8:00 am to carpool.
FUTURE PLANS: 12/10/11 Saturday
9:00 am
Powhatan Christmas Tree 10K Untouched woods, cool air, scenic trails, Christmas trees zipping by = Great Fun! Run, trot, jog, stroll or walk! For race information, visit http://christmastree10k.wordpress.com.
SAVE THESE DATES AND PLAN ON JOINING US! For Recreation Committee questions or comments, call Beth Stevenson at 794-7335.
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Community Life Stewardship Update Winfree continues to be blessed with strong giving that has helped us maintain our fiscal position and allows for us to actively plan for the future. Although we are still doing well, five out of the past seven weeks receipts were below the budgeted weekly requirement and our Financial Update (thru wk 34 ending 8/21/11): average weekly receipts figure has dropped almost every YTD Actual Budget Difference week since July 3rd. This is not unusual with summer 538,235 528,701 9,534 vacations, and we are confident this trend will change as we Receipts Expenses 443,596 497,067 (53,471) get settled into fall schedules. Surplus/(Deficit)
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We are excited to kick off the Revive, Renew, and Renovate (RRR) Program to give our facility a much needed facelift. The committee has been meeting to consider priorities and collect estimates for the proposed projects. An informational discussion held on July 10 discussing the planned work was well attended. A finance committee has been formed to coordinate fundraising for the RRR Campaign, and they are working hard to ensure that we have the framework in place to begin the projects as soon as possible. And, of course, it wouldn’t be fall without budget requests! The budget requests from each committee are needed to create the proposed budget for 2012. If you are a committee chair and have not yet received a budget request form, please contact Lynn Kaerwer or Cameron Beane. This is an exciting time at Winfree. The last year has brought growth to our congregation, and we are in the midst of an active visioning process to seek God’s voice and direction. The budgeting and fall pledge campaign for 2012 will be important tools to realizing the vision. As always, we want to thank you for all the ways you continue to support the ministries of Winfree Memorial. Wanted:
Ladies who are interested in a Monday Night Bible Study
Business Meeting Sunday, October 9 5:00 pm - The Sanctuary
Angela Thomas’ Brave We’ve all got insecurities, flaws, and struggles that we’re afraid to address. But if we can be brave enough to raise the questions, God will answer us. You’ve got questions. God’s got answers. Be brave. Ask.
Please come to hear about news in the church, and participate in the decision making! Sunday morning we will vote on the Vision recommendation, and Sunday evening we will discuss general business.
Exact meeting time and location to be determined by participants. Interested? Call Lynn Kaerwer at 379-4162, or Cynthia Davis at 739-6188.
Lunch begins at 11:30 am, and the programs begin at noon in The Commons. Bring a bag lunch.
Winfree Ageless Wonders We meet on the first Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday, October 4 Arlene Giffel Upper Mattaponi Tribe
Tuesday, September 6 Midlothian Fire Department Fire Safety and Injury Prevention The Midlothian Fire Department will join us to remind us all about fire safety and injury prevention. Please join us to learn these life saving tips!
Our program for October will be provided by Arlene Giffel, a member of the Upper Mattaponi Tribe, who will join us with a talk on Native Americans. Come join us for this enlightening and interesting session! Page 7
Missions CARITAS Saturday, October 22 - Friday, October 28
Mark your calendars as we will again host a group of house-less families through CARITAS in October. This is a church wide effort, and there are opportunities for everyone to serve and be blessed. We will be collecting the following: Toiletry bag supplies for our guests: Razors, shaving cream, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, lotion, washcloths. (Beginning in October, you can deposit these in the bin in the breezeway foyer.) Furniture and household items for the CARITAS furniture bank during the week we house our guests. Donations of breakfast food items: cereal, bagels, muffins, fruit. Volunteer opportunities: Overnight hosts/fix breakfast John Simpson, Coordinator Prepare dinners and lunches Sylvia Minear, Coordinator Laundry---Pick up in the evening and return the next day. Debbie Valenti, Coordinator Showers-transport guests to the YMCA and back Suzi Burton, Coordinator Publicity and coordination for Furniture collection POD Peppy Jones, Coordinator Help with set up & clean up - Saturdays Oct 22 & Oct 29 In the past, individuals have also contributed their special talents to help our guests---sewing, hair cutting, conversation, helping children with homework. Contact Debbie Paul or Donna Slaughter if you would like to volunteer in any of these areas.
WMU News Alma Hunt Offering This offering for Virginia Missions is set for September 11-18. Prayer guides and envelopes are in the library. Winfree includes this offering during our March Missions month. Rice Bowl Collection - October 9 Our next collection is October 9 which is World Hunger Day. The collection will go to the local Friends of the Homeless.
Medicine Pill Bottles for Haiti We are still collecting clean, empty pill bottles to send to Jenny Jenkins to use in Haiti. We sent over 300 bottles in August. Our next shipment will be mailed in January. Thank you Winfree for your support!
Christmas Store We will participate in the Middle District Christmas Store set for December 1-2, 2011. This Women’s Silence Retreat store is designed to help parents provide gifts for October 21-22, 2011 at CrossRoads Camp. their children on Christmas Day who otherwise Register online at www.wmuv.org, or call 800-255- could not afford to do so. We will sponsor twenty 2428, ext 8267. Deadline to register: October 1. children this year - Sunday School classes and individuals may sponsor a Women’s Get-Away child. Information November 4-5 and 5-6 will be available near Eagle Eyrie Conference Center the end of October. For more info, and to register: www.wmuv.org. Page 8
Prayer Concerns Prayer Concerns Members and Guests Mary Jo Dailey Okhi Nelson Traci Albright Bobby Leadman Don Rutledge
Don Nelson Bernice Williams Henry Jones Ginny Brenner Marian Hartig
Immediate Relatives of Members and Guests Nora Thompson, aunt of Linda Winder Sheree Gostel, cousin of Linda Winder Barry Ewers, brother-in-law of Vince Valenti Pryce Wickham, father of Ed Wickham Mary Lenox, mother of Terry Cox Kendall Baker, granddaughter of Jack & Margaret Moore Anne Dean, mother of Corey Dean Mary Barnard, sister-in-law of Phil Barnard Helen Snider, mother of Patti Smith Vicky Rose, sister of Nettie Watson Brenda Lambert, sister of Debbie Paul Mike Morrison, husband of Colleen Morrison David Palumbo, husband of Susan Palumbo Bill McClung, father of Doug McClung Hank Holland, brother of Susan Ellis Nancy Collins, sister of Sylvia Minear Junior Vaughn, uncle of Patsy Cocke David Noel, uncle of Bridgette McClung Pete Clater, step-father of Glenn Mozingo Hallie Ratliffe, father of Larry Ratliffe Marian Ferguson, mother of Susan Ratliffe Julie Pierce, sister of David Harpe Nancy Glidewell, mother of Page Gayk Carolyn Wheeler, sister of Nettie Watson Carolyn Kilpatrick, sister-in-law of Debbie Kilpatrick George Brooks, brother of Ralph Brooks Lillie Scearce, mother of Sylvia Minear Alice Oglesby, aunt of Bobby Leadman Courtney Bennett, cousin of Alice Bunch Arlette Brown, mother of Rhonda Ringel Dot Phillips, mother of Robin Pless Marguerite Munson, mother of Ralph Brooks Joseph Barlow, father of Wayne Barlow Cindy Ellis, sister-in-law of Susan Marshall Henry and Betty Holland, parents of Susan Ellis Helen Miller, mother of Glenn Miller
Lou and Joanne Semach, parents of Paul Semach Suzanne Robinson, sister of Robin McNeny Lucy and David Thompson, parents of Bev Vandevender Joey and Candy Lenox, brother and sister-in-law of Terry Cox Friends of Members and Guests Mike Young, friend of Bill Sprinkle Michael Akin, friend of Jo Gates Peggy Emory, friend of Susan Ratliffe Bill Snead, friend of the Burtons Glenn Mullian, friend of Mary Jo Hancock Glenda Napier, friend of Gaylan Maxie Anna Craun, friend of Corey Dean Norma Campbell, friend of Robin Pless Ron Coleman, friend of Susan Ratliffe Mike York, friend of Ed & Terry Wickham Joseph Salvaggio, friend of Susan Ratliffe Robin Yoder, friend of William & Terry Cox Sandy Beadell, friend of Vicky Gates David Shoaf, friend of Bonnie Minson Harry Patton, friend of Bonnie Minson Ellen Gardner, friend of Debbie Kilpatrick Kathy Young, friend of Brenda Jones Carol White, friend of Nancy Brooks Berend VanderMeer, friend of Michelle Milstead On Active Duty Overseas Lt. Ryan Jones, nephew of Glenn & Claudia Taylert Jacob Sansbury, friend of Brenda Jones Tammy Bennardo, friend of Nettie Watson Michael Laconia, nephew of Kim Throckmorton Nicholas Carbaugh, son of Joan Carbaugh Bobby Herman, Jr., nephew of Rhonda Ringel
Please pray for and support our Children’s Ministry team and the families they serve as they carry out this important ministry for the youngest members of our Church family!
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’Round the Grounds September 2011 September Birthdays! 1
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11 Sunday School Promotion Day 12 Kickoff Picnic 12 Intro to Winfree -Choir Room 12:30 Deacon MtgThe Connection 4 pm Worship Svc -Spring Arbor 5:30 The Gathering 18 SS Faculty Commissioning
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30 CBF Youth Retreat (thru Sunday)
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Regular Sunday EVENING Activities for September & October: Puppets (Will start soon - watch weekly calendar for details.) Preschool & Children’s Choirs (Watch for details.) 5:00 pm Youth Praise Band-The Commons 5:30 pm The Gathering (Youth Small Groups)The Commons
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Winfree Memorial Baptist Church P.O. Box 244 Midlothian, VA 23113
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Here are the menus for September and October: Sept 7: Roast Chicken, Whole Roasted Carrots, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Green Beans, Spanish Corn, Salad Bar, Dessert. Sept 14: Pasta Primavera, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Chicken Alfredo, Fettuccine with Spinach Alfredo, Salad Bar, Dessert. Sept 21: Roast Beef with Gravy, Skin on Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Veggies, Sautéed Tomatoes, Sautéed Onions, Salad Bar, Dessert. Kids Menu - Pizza. Here is an excerpt from a wonderful letter from Jenny Jenkins in Haiti:
Sept 28: Chicken Pot Pie, Beef Pot Pie, Wilted Spinach, Brussel Sprouts, Salad Bar, Dessert. Kids Menu - Mac and Cheese. Oct 5: Soft and Hard Taco Shells, Burrito Shells, Quesadillas, Chicken Fajitas, Taco Bar (self serve), Dessert. Oct 12: BBQ Pork, Carolina Pork, BBQ Beans, Carrot Salad, Tater Salad, Pea Salad, Coleslaw, Salad Bar, Dessert. Oct 19: Salmon with Pineapple Salsa, Pan Seared Trout, Caribbean Rice, Broccoli Florets, Salad Bar, Dessert. Kids Menu - Fish Fingers and Fries. Oct 26: Curried Carrot Soup, Tomato Basil Soup, Loaded Baked Potato Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, Grilled Cheese, Salad Bar, Dessert. Kids Menu - Grilled Cheese and Chips.
I have gotten to see God’s hand at work in the lives of many, such as Woodley, who we met when he was just 4 days old. He was starving, dehydrated and hours from death. The medical team worked for hours to rehydrate him and now he is almost 10 months old, fat, and practically walking. He still cries every time he sees me but that’s okay. I will never forget the hours we waited to hear him cry on that first day. He can scream all he wants! . . . It is through all your support, prayers, and financial gifts that all this is possible. It is through you that God has blessed this ministry. I cannot thank you enough for your love and support. I don’t know that words will ever do it justice. . . . Bondye beni ou (God bless you). The entire letter is on the bulletin board outside the office.
Prices: $6.00 per Adult, $3.00 per Child
Our Winfree Staff
Reservations are needed by Monday at 4:00 pm. Call 794-5031.
Dr. David Benjamin, Senior Pastor (winfreedavid@verizon.net) Dr. Mike Weaver, Associate Pastor (winfreemem@verizon.net) Rev. Rusty Lee, Youth Minister (winfreeyouth@gmail.com) Devon Kistler, Contemporary Worship Leader Ginny Brenner, Preschool Director Billye Yeager, Accompanist Susie Johnston, Financial and Administrative Secretary Nancy Helms, Office Manager (winfreenancy@verizon.net)
We have more college graduates! Stephen Kaerwer Tulane University
Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology with a minor in Spanish
Drew Kaerwer
Christopher Newport University
Phone: (804) 794-5031 Fax: (804) 794-4842
Bachelor of Music in Music Education Instrumental with a minor in Leadership Studies
Email: winfreemem@verizon.net Web page: www.winfreechurch.com
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