FWC NEWS – APRIL 30, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:
• HANDYMAN NEED IN THE THRIFT SHOP• NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – MAY 6• YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER• SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP• ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – BALLOT COUNTERS• UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTS• YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATION DEADLINE – MAY 3• WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-A• OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENT• BAND OF BROTHERS FELLOWSHIP MEETING• REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEED• SIGN-UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES
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WE NEED A HANDYMAN IN THE THRIFT SHOP!Do you have the skills of Emmett Clark? Or how about Handy Manny?
We need your help! The Thrift Shop is again in desperate need of someone who is ‘Mr. Fix-it’ or ‘Ms. Fix-it!’ Our volunteer who puts time into making sure the donations at the Thrift Shop work, is out of commission for a little while, and we need YOU to help pick up the slack!
So, if you are handy in any way, please give Judy a call at the Thrift Shop. We need YOU! 886-8716
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NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – THIS THURSDAY, MAY 6Thursday, May 6th marks the National Day of Prayer for 2010 and the annual call for Christian believers to proclaim our reliance on Almighty God to guide, protect and prosper our nation.
PRAYER. . . FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS is the theme for 2010, which is based on Nahum 1:7, "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him." There will be a gathering at the transportation canopy in front of the IHFC building from 12 noon to 1 PM this Thursday.
For more information, contact Jon Koch, Chairman of the High Point /National Day of Prayer at 336- 474-0623 or JonKoch@triad.rr.com
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YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISERTickets will be on-sale THIS SUNDAY for the upcoming Baked Spaghetti Fundraiser for the FWC Youth Ministry! On May 23, right after church, you can pick up a delicious meal of baked spaghetti, salad, bread and sweet tea for only $7! You will want to buy your tickets in advance so they don’t run out!
This is designed to be a ‘take-out’ meal, so buy your tickets today and be ready to take home a great meal on Sunday, May 23! You’ll be helping our youth raise funds for Youth Camp!
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SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP – May 18thTravel in the comfort of the Silver Treads Bus! Take a trip with us to the Churches of the Fresco, Shatley Springs & Ashe County Cheese. We will eat lunch at Shatley Springs Restaurant and Inn. Enjoy country style cooking, famous spring water and the beautiful mountain scenery. The cost for the trip will be $25. Price includes lunch. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations are due by May 10th.
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FWC ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETINGMay 16 at 6:00pm
What is our annual business meeting?
It’s a Concert of PrayerIt’s a Celebration of WorshipIt’s a Conference to select our leadersIt’s a Connection for the fellowship
This won’t be the typical boring, stuffy church business meeting. We are going to join together to celebrate what God is doing among us by singing, worshipping and praising God. We are going to join together in a concert of prayer to seek God’s direction and blessing for our church. We’ll hear exciting testimonies of God’s power in the lives of our people, and we’ll select our leaders for the coming year.
This is a time for our entire church family—members, as well as non-members. You may wonder why you should come if you aren’t a member of the church. Here’s why—you’ll get to see who our new leaders are; we value your prayers during the evening so that the voting will reflect God’s will; and you’ll get to hear from the different pastors and ministry leaders what is happening in the life of the church. In addition we are going to give a preview of our exciting fall kick off, coming in September.
Registration for members at the door. Worship begins at 6.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO COUNT BALLOTS – MAY 16Volunteers are needed on May 16 @ 6:00pm to help count ballots at our Annual Business Meeting and Local Church Conference. Please contact Jennifer Stoutenburg at jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org or call 888-4501.
We can use anyone from Middle School age students on up through our adult members! You can be a member (you’ll still be allowed to vote) or a non-member! WE NEED YOU!
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UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTSThere are so many exciting events happening within the NCE Wesleyan District that we want you to be aware of: TOMORROW!! - May 1 - Ride to Victory to raise money for Youth Camp - May8 - Kids Fun Day at Victory Mountain Camp (Free event for families!)
Please visit www.ncewesleyan.com for more information on these and other upcoming events!
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YOUTH CAMP EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINEMiddle School and High School Youth Camps are coming up in June! The deadline for the deposit, to secure your spot, is May 3!
Visit http://www.nceyouth.com for more information or to download an application. Contact Pastor Brian with any questions!
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WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-AWesleyan Night at Chick Fil-A will take place NEXT THURSDAY, May 6 from 3-8pm at the Chick Fil-A on North Main Street. Mark your calendars!
This is an easy way to support Wesleyan Christian Academy and have a great meal, too! We hope to see you there!
THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE, THIS SCHOOL YEAR, TO SUPPORT WESLEYAN AT CHICK FIL-A!
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OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTSave the Date! Saturday, May 8th (1:00 pm until last hole played), for the Captain's Choice Outreach Golf Tournament
There will be Prizes…Good Food…and Great Friends having a Great Time! In 2010 EVERYONE can Share the Blessings of Giving. We are trying to raise $4,000 to Raise the Roof on a church in Zambia! Contact Ron Nelson for details @ 336-434-6236 or 336-688-3443 or nelsonrnbg@northstate.net
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BAND OF BROTHERS FELLOWSHIP MEETINGOn Tuesday, May 11, 2010 @ 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (they meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month), The Band of Brothers will meet in The Highway (the youth room). The speaker will be Terry Giles with "The Way of the Master" - Part III. Use the Towne Center Entrance that faces Westchester and follow the “Band of Brothers” signs.
Our Daily Bread Cafe in the Towne Center will provide a catered meal for just $7.00!
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REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEEDThe Lao Ministries and Refugee Welcome Network (RWN) are seeking a mini-van to transport several fathers from Lumberton to High Point each week. If you have one you wish to donate or sell please contact John McMurphy (431-4298) or Pastor Inthava (884-1111).
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KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.

FWC NEWS – APRIL 22, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:
YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISERSENIOR ADULT DAY TRIPUPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTSBAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – THIS SATURDAYYOUTH CAMP REGISTRATION DEADLINE – MAY 3OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTRECEPTION FOR SETH BARWICKJIMMY MERIS PRAYERS & SUPPORTREFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEEDSIGN-UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES
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YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISERTickets will be on-sale THIS SUNDAY for the upcoming Baked Spaghetti Fundraiser for the FWC Youth Ministry! On May 23, right after church, you can pick up a delicious meal of baked spaghetti, salad, bread and sweet tea for only $7! You will want to buy your tickets in advance so they don’t run out!
This is designed to be a ‘take-out’ meal, so buy your tickets today and be ready to take home a great meal on Sunday, May 23! You’ll be helping our youth raise funds for Youth Camp!
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SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP – May 18thTravel in the comfort of the Silver Treads Bus! Take a trip with us to the Churches of the Fresco, Shatley Springs & Ashe County Cheese. We will eat lunch at Shatley Springs Restaurant and Inn. Enjoy country style cooking, famous spring water and the beautiful mountain scenery. The cost for the trip will be $25. Price includes lunch. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations are due by May 10th.
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BAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – LADIES INVITED!There will be no April breakfast with the Band of Brothers. Instead, they are meeting on April 24 at 4pm for a hot dog supper at the home of Keith Stradley and then will be leaving from his house and going to Trinity High School for a concert with "The Morning" and guest speaker and author of the book "Hero," Derwin Gray.
The ladies are invited to this event! Visit http://www.bandofbrothersministry.com for more information!
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UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTSThere are so many exciting events happening within the NE Wesleyan District that we want you to be aware of: - April 26 – District Golf Tournament - May 1 - Ride to Victory to raise money for Youth Camp - May8 - Kids Fun Day at Victory Mountain Camp (Free event for families!)
Please visit www.ncewesleyan.com for more information on these and other upcoming events!
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YOUTH CAMP EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINEMiddle School and High School Youth Camps are coming up in June! The deadline for the deposit, to secure your spot, is May 3!
Visit http://www.nceyouth.com for more information or to download an application. Contact Pastor Brian with any questions!
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OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTSave the Date! Saturday, May 8th (1:00 Pm until last hole played), for the Captain's Choice Outreach Golf Tournament
There will be Prizes…Good Food…and Great Friends having a Great Time! In 2010 EVERYONE can Share the Blessings of Giving. We are trying to raise $4,000 to Raise the Roof on a church in Zambia! Contact Ron Nelson for details @ 336-464-6236 or 336-688-3443 or nelsonrnbg@northstate.net
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RECEPTION FOR SETH BARWICKThe Barwick family would like for you to join us on Saturday, May15th from 1-3 p.m. in the Main foyer, of FWC for a graduation reception for Seth Barwick. After Seth's accident he returned to finish his 3 remaining semesters of college at High Point University. He has earned his Bachelor in Business Administration. Please join us for the celebration!
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PRAYERS & SUPPORT FOR JIMMY MERISJimmy Meris, a regular attender here at FWC is currently battling leukemia. Jimmy & his wife, Wendy, are especially appreciative of the prayers and support of their friends and family!
‘Pray for Jimmy’ bracelets are available at Bethany Medical Center 507 Lindsay Street 2nd Floor in High Point for $5. Please see Amanda Taylor or Erika Ratliff on the second floor. Amanda said that she still has approximately 100 bracelets still on hand with a pending order for more.
All monies collected for the bracelets go toward the Meris’ expenses. His medications and treatments are very costly.
Please join us in praying for Jimmy and Wendy! If you would like to purchase a bracelet, Don Bulla will have some with him at church on Sunday!
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REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEEDThe Lao Ministries and Refugee Welcome Network (RWN) are seeking a mini-van to transport several fathers from Lumberton to High Point each week. If you have one you wish to donate or sell please contact John McMurphy (431-4298) or Pastor Inthava (884-1111).
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KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.

FWC NEWS – APRIL 8, 2010There is a LOT of information in this issue! Please take a few moments to read through, so you know what’s going on at FWC!IN THIS ISSUE:TORNADO CLEAN-UP T-SHIRTSFIRST FRIDAY IS TOMORROW!SPRING BIBLE STUDY SIGN-UPVOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN THE NURSERY & THRIFT SHOPSENIOR ADULT NEWSBAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – APRIL 24CAMP REGISTRATION DEADLINE COMING SOONOUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTJIMMY MERIS PRAYERS & SUPPORTNC EAST DISTRICT NEWSSIGN-UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES*Scroll down for details!--------------------------RED ‘LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR’ SHIRTSDue to the awesome number of volunteers we had come out to participate in our tornado relief efforts, we ran out of red shirts to give out! However, we want to make sure that if you came out and worked with FWC, you still get a shirt. We’re going to be placing a final order early next week and if you’d like a shirt, we need your name, and your shirt size. Please just respond to this email with that information and we’ll make sure that one is ordered for you. This is just a small way that we can say thanks to those of you that helped!---------------------------FIRST FRIDAY – TOMORROW!Join us for First Friday this Friday night at 7pm at WCA’s Performing Arts Center. High School Seniors and older are welcome! First Friday is NOT just for Young Adults and college students! Matt LeRoy, church planter from Chapel Hill, will be with us to share an awesome message about servanthood. Please plan to come out and be a part of this event! You won’t want to miss it! If you have questions about First Friday, email Pastor Brian at bcharles@firstwesleyan.org!---------------------------SPRING BIBLE STUDY SIGN-UPAs the school year winds down and summer is coming around the corner, we are offering two new studies for the next Bible Study Session:First Timothy: Knowing the Truth of the Gospel with Pastor Roland CavanaughDuring the latter phase of Paul’s ministry, a serious disruption plagued the church: false teachers. Paul had warned that this would happen in Acts 20:29-31. Timothy was chosen by Paul to help restore right doctrine so that the church could truly be what God intended. This corrective epistle also applies to us today as the church’s foundational doctrines continue to be attacked. Join us for this verse-by-verse study. 8 weeks – Beginnings Wed, April 21 (6:30-8pm)A TASTE OF DISCIPLESHIP with Pastor Cher LimpachUnleash God's Spirit to reveal new truth as we study God's Word together! Experience a specific section of the Bible each week, and come together for lively discussion. Here’s your chance to try out a Discipleship Group with no strings attached. At the end of this four week session, you will have an opportunity to join one of our Discipleship Groups with some of your fellow classmates.4 weeks – Beginnings Wed, April 21 (6:30-8pm)DISCIPLESHIP JOURNEY FOR KIDS!Children ages K-5th Grade are invited to join the Journey! Come follow the Map, where the children learn to M… ove through the Word, A… bsorb the Word and P…ractice the Word!Study continues… Wed, April 21 (6:30-8pm)Sign-up on Sunday by filling out the form in your bulletin and dropping it in the offering plate, visit www.firstwesleyan.org to sign-up on-line, or simply reply to this email to sign-up!------------------------------CRITICAL NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS IN THE NURSERY & THRIFT SHOPNURSERYVolunteers are needed in the Nursery on Sunday mornings! If you are able to help just one Sunday a month, please contact our nursery director, Shana Dulin at sdulin@firstwesleyan.org or call the church office. The littlest members of our church family need you!THRIFT SHOPBecause some of our loyal volunteers were directly affected by the recent tornados, The Thrift Shop is in desperate need of additional volunteers. Please call Judy at the Thrift Shop if you are available! 886-8716The Thrift Shop is also in need of donations. So, if you are doing some Spring Cleaning, feel free to bring your donations by!--------------------------------------SENIOR ADULT NEWSSENIOR ADULT LUNCHEONThe next Senior Adult luncheon is coming up on April 14th at 12 noon at the Farlow-Kennedy Center. The Happy Tones 25 voice choir will bring us a celebration in music. Lunch will be provided by Chick-fil-A. The cost of the luncheon will be $5 per person. Please RSVP to Donna Guhr at 888-4523.BEST YEARS FELLOWSHIPJoin us for the Best Years Fellowship Day at Ramseur Wesleyan Church on Saturday, May 22 at 9:30 am. Our theme this year is “HOPE for the World, Ministering to Others” with Dr. Jo Anne Lyon, the Wesleyan Church General Superintendent and Founder of World Hope International. The cost is $8 per person. Please call Donna to register at 888-4523 no later than April 21st.SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP – May 18thTravel in the comfort of the Silver Treads Bus! Take a trip with us to the Churches of the Fresco, Shatley Springs & Ashe County Cheese. We will eat lunch at Shatley Springs Restaurant and Inn. Enjoy country style cooking, famous spring water and the beautiful mountain scenery. The cost for the trip will be $25. Price includes lunch. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations are due by May 10th.------------------------------------BAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – LADIES INVITED!There will be no April breakfast with the Band of Brothers. Instead, they are meeting on April 24 at 4pm for a hot dog supper at the home of Keith Stradley and then will be leaving from his house and going to Trinity High School for a concert with "The Morning" and guest speaker and author of the book "Hero," Derwin Gray.The ladies are invited to this event! Visit http://www.bandofbrothersministry.com for more information!------------------------------------YOUTH CAMP EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINEMiddle School and High School Youth Camps are coming up in June! The deadline for the deposit, to secure your spot, is May 3!Visit http://www.nceyouth.com for more information or to download an application. Contact Pastor Brian with any questions!---------------------------------------OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTSave the Date! Saturday, May 8th (1:00 Pm until last hole played), for the Captain's Choice Outreach Golf TournamentThere will be Prizes…Good Food…and Great Friends having a Great Time! In 2010 EVERYONE can Share the Blessings of Giving. We are trying to raise $4,000 to Raise the Roof on a church in Zambia! Contact Ron Nelson for details @ 336-464-6236 or 336-688-3443 or nelsonrnbg@northstate.net---------------------------------------PRAYERS & SUPPORT FOR JIMMY MERISJimmy Meris, a regular attender here at FWC is currently battling leukemia. Jimmy & his wife, Wendy, are especially appreciative of the prayers and support of their friends and family!‘Pray for Jimmy’ bracelets are available at Bethany Medical Center 507 Lindsay Street 2nd Floor in High Point for $5. Please see Amanda Taylor or Erika Ratliff on the second floor. Amanda said that she still has approximately 100 bracelets still on hand with a pending order for more.All monies collected for the bracelets go toward the Meris’ expenses. His medications and treatments are very costly. Please join us in praying for Jimmy and Wendy! If you would like to purchase a bracelet, Don Bulla will have some with him at church on Sunday!---------------------------------------NC EAST DISTRICT NEWSRIDE TO VICTORY!On Saturday, May 1 from noon-3pm, join the NC East District Wesleyan Bike Ride (motorcycles & show cars)! The ride will provide scholarship money for boys & girls to go to district children’s and youth camps. Register by April 25 with pastordarrell@ncewesleyan.com or call 886-7729. Bikes are $20 ($30 for double riders) and Show Cars are $30.The ride will begin at the NC East District Office (right in front of FWC) and end at Victory Mountain Camp. A cookout lunch will be served ($5 per plate) at the camp after the ride ends, followed by a Victory Celebration!KIDS – MAY FUN DAYOn Saturday, May 8 from 10am – 2pm, The NC East District will have ‘May Fun Day’ at Victory Mountain Camp. The event is FREE! Bring your own lunch and drink, and Ice Cream will be provided! Enjoy time canoeing, playing on inflatables, paddle boats, fishing, petting barn animals, taking tours of the camp, and more!Register by email to sherry@mtzionwesleyan.org or call, 336-472-4239.-----------------------------------------KEEPING UP WITH FWCOUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news! CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspxSIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.