There is SO much going on over the next couple of months here at FWC, wemissed a few things we wanted to point out in our last email!
DISCIPLESHIP LEADERSHIP TRAINING
THIS Sunday, the next round of Discipleship Leadership Training begins!
Classes will be available on Wednesdays and Sundays, but for the month ofAugust, training will only be available on Sundays.
So, if you are interested in being a leader in the Discipleship Program, nowis the time to get involved! Sunday, August 9 - 9-10:20am - Room 209
DISCIPLESHIP GROUP ORIENTATION
The last two Wednesday's in August, the 19th & 26th, we will be having anorientation for ANYONE interested in being involved in a Discipleship Group.These groups are kicking off THIS FALL!
The church leadership would like to encourage EVERYONE to be involved in aDiscipleship Group, so come on out and find out what it's all about!
There are two Wednesday's to pick from: Wednesday, August 19 - 6:30-8pm - Room 224 OR Wednesday, August 26 - 6:30-8pm - Room 224You need NOT come to both meetings. Just one will do.
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ALSO, mark your calendars for these other upcoming orientation meetings:
Wednesday, August 19 - 6-8:30pm - Worship Arts Mini-Camp Orientation! Meet in ROOM 106! There will be food, followed by band and choir rehearsal! Join now! Talk a friend into joining! Come on out!
Sundays, August 16 OR August 23 - 9:15-10:15am - Children's MinistryOrientation!For all parents of children from birth - Grade 5 (this fall)! AND othersinterested in being involved in Children's Ministry!All parents are encouraged to attend. Find out where the Children'sministry is going and how YOU can be involved!
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Don't forget! August & September are busy months around here! Keep an eyeon the bulletin, these informative emails and also check out the ChurchCalendar on the website:http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
FWC - News and Events - August 5
LAO FUNDRAISER FOR MINISTRY
Come out and support our Lao Congregation on THIS Saturday, August 8th atthe Parker Center from 10am-6pm. They will be having a PHO (The Best AsianNoodle Soup) Sale to raise money for various ministry opportunities fortheir congregation.
They will be selling Large Bowls of soup for $10, small bowls for $6 (eachbowl comes with a bottle of water), as well as egg rolls and desserts!
Don't miss this great opportunity!
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GREETERS NEEDED! YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT
Can you smile, shake hands and love people? Creating open doors for peopleto connect with First Wesleyan is the aim of our Greeter Ministry. We needyou!
Come to a 20-minute informational meeting just after church in the TowneCenter Foyer THIS SUNDAY, August 9. TO CLARIFY, this meeting is for ourcurrent greeters and new people interested in this important ministry!
Greeter TrainingWe want you to be completely comfortable with your responsibilities as agreeter, and lunch is on us! Sign up by calling Karen Parrish in the churchoffice at 888-4528 or email kparrish@firstwesleyan.org.
The training luncheon will take place Sunday, August 16 from 12:30-2:30pm.
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FATHER SON RETREAT COMING UP NEXT WEEKEND!
The Annual Father Son Camping Trip is coming up August 14-16 at the NewRiver Trail State Park in Foster Falls, VA.
It's a great opportunity for Dads to get away with their sons for Camping,Spelunking, Biking, Boating, Fishing & Swimming in the New River! Therewill be worship and time spent in God's Word!
There are limited camp sites available! To reserve your spot or get moreinfo, contact John Brand (476-0495) or brandj@northstate.net.
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INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Our next upcoming Host Week is August 23 - August 30!
Look for Sign Up Board this Sunday in the Main Foyer. We are in need ofdinner providers, evening hosts, drivers, overnight hosts and MORE! Thereis something for everyone to support this fantastic ministry.
Training for new volunteers available. For more information please contact:Darren and Sherry Stone, 889-6031 or email sherryestone@yahoo.com.
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Come out and support our Lao Congregation on THIS Saturday, August 8th atthe Parker Center from 10am-6pm. They will be having a PHO (The Best AsianNoodle Soup) Sale to raise money for various ministry opportunities fortheir congregation.
They will be selling Large Bowls of soup for $10, small bowls for $6 (eachbowl comes with a bottle of water), as well as egg rolls and desserts!
Don't miss this great opportunity!
------------------------
GREETERS NEEDED! YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT
Can you smile, shake hands and love people? Creating open doors for peopleto connect with First Wesleyan is the aim of our Greeter Ministry. We needyou!
Come to a 20-minute informational meeting just after church in the TowneCenter Foyer THIS SUNDAY, August 9. TO CLARIFY, this meeting is for ourcurrent greeters and new people interested in this important ministry!
Greeter TrainingWe want you to be completely comfortable with your responsibilities as agreeter, and lunch is on us! Sign up by calling Karen Parrish in the churchoffice at 888-4528 or email kparrish@firstwesleyan.org.
The training luncheon will take place Sunday, August 16 from 12:30-2:30pm.
------------------------
FATHER SON RETREAT COMING UP NEXT WEEKEND!
The Annual Father Son Camping Trip is coming up August 14-16 at the NewRiver Trail State Park in Foster Falls, VA.
It's a great opportunity for Dads to get away with their sons for Camping,Spelunking, Biking, Boating, Fishing & Swimming in the New River! Therewill be worship and time spent in God's Word!
There are limited camp sites available! To reserve your spot or get moreinfo, contact John Brand (476-0495) or brandj@northstate.net.
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INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Our next upcoming Host Week is August 23 - August 30!
Look for Sign Up Board this Sunday in the Main Foyer. We are in need ofdinner providers, evening hosts, drivers, overnight hosts and MORE! Thereis something for everyone to support this fantastic ministry.
Training for new volunteers available. For more information please contact:Darren and Sherry Stone, 889-6031 or email sherryestone@yahoo.com.
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TXT Messaging for FWC Youth - From Pastor Brian
Parents,
I can’t believe that summer is nearly over and school is starting in amatter of weeks! Hopefully, you have taken advantage of the opportunity tospend a little extra time with your teenager this summer!
As we are quickly approaching the start of school, we’re going to be ampingup our communication efforts. Because we know how important it is tocommunicate in a number of different ways, we are now adding text messagesto the list!
With the rapid advancement of cell phones, text messaging is a mode ofcommunication that is growing more and more popular with students and adultsalike. As a result, we want to take advantage of the opportunity to sendreminders and updates on the fly directly to YOU about what’s happening inour Youth Ministry!
We are building a Parents list and we’d like to give you the opportunity tojoin. Just click the link below and fill in your information. It’s that simple.
https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:c57b93e83112330690d8f219cab5c24d:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21
When you receive a message, it will be from FWCYouth@symt.us. That’s us!
Please let me know if you have any questions…and happy texting!
Blessings,Brian
I can’t believe that summer is nearly over and school is starting in amatter of weeks! Hopefully, you have taken advantage of the opportunity tospend a little extra time with your teenager this summer!
As we are quickly approaching the start of school, we’re going to be ampingup our communication efforts. Because we know how important it is tocommunicate in a number of different ways, we are now adding text messagesto the list!
With the rapid advancement of cell phones, text messaging is a mode ofcommunication that is growing more and more popular with students and adultsalike. As a result, we want to take advantage of the opportunity to sendreminders and updates on the fly directly to YOU about what’s happening inour Youth Ministry!
We are building a Parents list and we’d like to give you the opportunity tojoin. Just click the link below and fill in your information. It’s that simple.
https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:c57b93e83112330690d8f219cab5c24d:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21
When you receive a message, it will be from FWCYouth@symt.us. That’s us!
Please let me know if you have any questions…and happy texting!
Blessings,Brian
Monday, August 3, 2009
The First Point - August 3, 2009
Last week was very busy. A week ago yesterday, Marcia and I flew to Western New York. I was
the speaker for their family camp. I preached 11 messages in 5 days. So I’m just a bit tired.
During the days I spoke on sanctification and in the evening services I exposited Christ’s letters
to the seven churches. I addressed the modern trends of the evangelical church in North American and
contrasted that with the Lord’s expectations for the church today. The messages were well received, and
they laughed at my corny jokes, which is always a good sign ☺
It was a great opportunity to connect with some people who have deep roots in Christendom. I
talked with one pastor who had sat under A.W. Tozer’s ministry and another who had sat under David
Martin Lloyd-Jones’ ministry. Both of those men are favorite authors of mine. Martin Lloyd-Jones was
the pastor at Westminster Cathedral in London England in the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. He is my favorite
commentator and expositor.
We also had dinner with Dr. Storer and Mrs. Emmit, retired Wesleyan missionaries to Africa. The
Emmits know some of our people here in High Point and wanted to be sure and pass on their regards.
The Emmits are originally from Maine, so Marcia knows them from childhood. They first traveled to Af-
rica in the 60’s on ship. They knew the Saunders, the first Wesleyan missionaries to travel to Africa in
1902. It was great to share with the different people. I felt like I was touching a little bit of history—and
if you know me at all, you know I am crazy about history!
Yesterday, Marcia, Candace, David, Ivy and I led the Heritage service at the assisted living
facility here in High Point. We had a great time. Actually, it was a bit comical. David, our son was there
to watch Ivy, our 4 month old granddaughter—so that Candace could help Marcia lead the singing
service. So David was our nursery worker.
When Candace began to sing, Ivy began to cry—and cry and cry! So David took her out into the
hall. Candace was so distracted by the baby crying that she had to stop singing her special for a moment.
She began to laugh, but soon recovered.
In the meanwhile, I dashed into the hall to see if I could help David. I couldn’t see him, but heard
the baby howling. So, I asked an attendant where they were, she pointed and smiled. I found David in the
broom closet (the only suitable nursery he could find) trying to change the baby’s diaper. He has never
changed a diaper before, so he had her laid on top of clothes dryer; the diaper was backwards and he was
sweating.
“I’ve never done this before. I don’t know what to do and I can’t find her pacifier, David
lamented! We eventually got things under control and afterward we all shared in a great laugh.
Today, August 3rd is Marcia’s birthday. Happy birthday, honey!!!
Maranatha! Keep your eyes to the sky. Our Redemption draws near!
Grace & Peace,
Pastor Rick
the speaker for their family camp. I preached 11 messages in 5 days. So I’m just a bit tired.
During the days I spoke on sanctification and in the evening services I exposited Christ’s letters
to the seven churches. I addressed the modern trends of the evangelical church in North American and
contrasted that with the Lord’s expectations for the church today. The messages were well received, and
they laughed at my corny jokes, which is always a good sign ☺
It was a great opportunity to connect with some people who have deep roots in Christendom. I
talked with one pastor who had sat under A.W. Tozer’s ministry and another who had sat under David
Martin Lloyd-Jones’ ministry. Both of those men are favorite authors of mine. Martin Lloyd-Jones was
the pastor at Westminster Cathedral in London England in the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. He is my favorite
commentator and expositor.
We also had dinner with Dr. Storer and Mrs. Emmit, retired Wesleyan missionaries to Africa. The
Emmits know some of our people here in High Point and wanted to be sure and pass on their regards.
The Emmits are originally from Maine, so Marcia knows them from childhood. They first traveled to Af-
rica in the 60’s on ship. They knew the Saunders, the first Wesleyan missionaries to travel to Africa in
1902. It was great to share with the different people. I felt like I was touching a little bit of history—and
if you know me at all, you know I am crazy about history!
Yesterday, Marcia, Candace, David, Ivy and I led the Heritage service at the assisted living
facility here in High Point. We had a great time. Actually, it was a bit comical. David, our son was there
to watch Ivy, our 4 month old granddaughter—so that Candace could help Marcia lead the singing
service. So David was our nursery worker.
When Candace began to sing, Ivy began to cry—and cry and cry! So David took her out into the
hall. Candace was so distracted by the baby crying that she had to stop singing her special for a moment.
She began to laugh, but soon recovered.
In the meanwhile, I dashed into the hall to see if I could help David. I couldn’t see him, but heard
the baby howling. So, I asked an attendant where they were, she pointed and smiled. I found David in the
broom closet (the only suitable nursery he could find) trying to change the baby’s diaper. He has never
changed a diaper before, so he had her laid on top of clothes dryer; the diaper was backwards and he was
sweating.
“I’ve never done this before. I don’t know what to do and I can’t find her pacifier, David
lamented! We eventually got things under control and afterward we all shared in a great laugh.
Today, August 3rd is Marcia’s birthday. Happy birthday, honey!!!
Maranatha! Keep your eyes to the sky. Our Redemption draws near!
Grace & Peace,
Pastor Rick
FWC - News and Events - July 30
LAO FUNDRAISER FOR MINISTRY
Come out and support our Lao Congregation on Saturday, August 8th at theParker Center from 10am-6pm. They will be having a PHO (The Best AsianNoodle Soup) Sale to raise money for various ministry opportunities fortheir congregation.
They will be selling Large Bowls of soup for $10, small bowls for $6 (eachbowl comes with a bottle of water), as well as egg rolls and desserts!
Don't miss this great opportunity!
------------------------
GREETERS NEEDED! YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT
Can you smile, shake hands and love people? Creating open doors for peopleto connect with First Wesleyan is the aim of our Greeter Ministry. We needyou!
Come to a 20-minute informational meeting just after church in the TowneCenter Foyer on August 9.
Greeter TrainingWe want you to be completely comfortable with your responsibilities as agreeter, and lunch is on us! Sign up by calling Karen Parrish in the churchoffice at 888-4528 or email kparrish@firstwesleyan.org.
The training luncheon will take place Sunday, August 13 from 12:30-2:30pm.
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FATHER SON RETREAT COMING UP
The Annual Father Son Camping Trip is coming up August 14-16 at the NewRiver Trail State Park in Foster Falls, VA.
It's a great opportunity for Dads to get away with their sons for Camping,Spelunking, Biking, Boating, Fishing & Swimming in the New River! Therewill be worship and time spent in God's Word!
There are limited camp sites available! To reserve your spot or get moreinfo, contact John Brand (476-0495) or brandj@northstate.net.
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NEW THRIFT SHOP STORE MANAGER
We are pleased to announce that Judy Young will be the new full-time StoreManager at the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop. She will be building on the positivesteps taken during Debbie Barwick's tenure at the shop. Debbie has steppeddown to devote more time to her family.
Judy comes to us with extensive retail management experience, having workedfor the Big Lots Corporation and Kmart. In addition Judy has also been anowner/operator of a restaurant.
Judy is an active member of First Wesleyan Church, and she recentlycompleted a term of service as a member of the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop Board.
We truly feel blessed that Judy has responded to the call to become the newfull-time Store Manager for the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop. We look forward tothe leadership that Judy will provide as we seek to expand the ministryreach of the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.
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FWC HAS A BLOG!
http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcementsand news!
Come out and support our Lao Congregation on Saturday, August 8th at theParker Center from 10am-6pm. They will be having a PHO (The Best AsianNoodle Soup) Sale to raise money for various ministry opportunities fortheir congregation.
They will be selling Large Bowls of soup for $10, small bowls for $6 (eachbowl comes with a bottle of water), as well as egg rolls and desserts!
Don't miss this great opportunity!
------------------------
GREETERS NEEDED! YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT
Can you smile, shake hands and love people? Creating open doors for peopleto connect with First Wesleyan is the aim of our Greeter Ministry. We needyou!
Come to a 20-minute informational meeting just after church in the TowneCenter Foyer on August 9.
Greeter TrainingWe want you to be completely comfortable with your responsibilities as agreeter, and lunch is on us! Sign up by calling Karen Parrish in the churchoffice at 888-4528 or email kparrish@firstwesleyan.org.
The training luncheon will take place Sunday, August 13 from 12:30-2:30pm.
------------------------
FATHER SON RETREAT COMING UP
The Annual Father Son Camping Trip is coming up August 14-16 at the NewRiver Trail State Park in Foster Falls, VA.
It's a great opportunity for Dads to get away with their sons for Camping,Spelunking, Biking, Boating, Fishing & Swimming in the New River! Therewill be worship and time spent in God's Word!
There are limited camp sites available! To reserve your spot or get moreinfo, contact John Brand (476-0495) or brandj@northstate.net.
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NEW THRIFT SHOP STORE MANAGER
We are pleased to announce that Judy Young will be the new full-time StoreManager at the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop. She will be building on the positivesteps taken during Debbie Barwick's tenure at the shop. Debbie has steppeddown to devote more time to her family.
Judy comes to us with extensive retail management experience, having workedfor the Big Lots Corporation and Kmart. In addition Judy has also been anowner/operator of a restaurant.
Judy is an active member of First Wesleyan Church, and she recentlycompleted a term of service as a member of the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop Board.
We truly feel blessed that Judy has responded to the call to become the newfull-time Store Manager for the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop. We look forward tothe leadership that Judy will provide as we seek to expand the ministryreach of the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.
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FWC HAS A BLOG!
http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcementsand news!
Sunday, August 2, 2009
D for K - Jumping Journey Guide
Dear Parents!
Thanks for bringing your children to the Summer Discipleship for Kids! Lastnight was our last meeting. We'll just be taking a little break, so there'sno meeting next week, or the following!
Keep an eye and ear out for sign-ups for the Fall Discipleship for Kids!We'll keep you posted for when we're starting up again.
It's coming soon!
We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer!
Sheri Jennings
sjennings@firstwesleyan.org
Thanks for bringing your children to the Summer Discipleship for Kids! Lastnight was our last meeting. We'll just be taking a little break, so there'sno meeting next week, or the following!
Keep an eye and ear out for sign-ups for the Fall Discipleship for Kids!We'll keep you posted for when we're starting up again.
It's coming soon!
We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer!
Sheri Jennings
sjennings@firstwesleyan.org
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