January Newsletter Woodbine United Methodist Church REMEMBERING TO PRAY Children tell God what they are genuinely thinking. They are honest, simple, and direct. They understand that God is lis- tening, and they understand that prayers are very important. Somehow when we become adults, we forget how important praying is. So if you and I are going to be like little children, we must not forget our prayers. Billy Graham came to Sacramento, the capital of Califor- nia, [in 1996] to hold his crusade at the Arco Arena, just north of downtown. The night before the crusade was to begin, choir rehearsal went late. One of the members of the choir was driv- ing home through downtown when he noticed a man slumped over on the steps of the capitol building. It was cold outside, almost midnight, and not the safest of places to be. The choir member decided he could not ignore the plight of this poor, homeless man. He was nervous as he approached the man, not knowing what to expect. The homeless man was crouched al- most cocoon like on the steps, and the choir member reached out and gently touched his shoulder. “Sir, can I help you?” he said. “Are you okay?” The man looked up. It was Billy Graham. He was praying for the city of Sacramento. Billy Graham is famous. He has people all over the world praying for him and his crusades, but he still knows where the power of his crusades comes from: his moments praying with his Savior. In this day of TV evangelists with their flashy clothes, sophisticated fund-raising, limos, gold necklaces, and Lear jets, it’s nice to know that one evangelist still trusts the si- lent, unflashy power of prayer. Billy Graham has not forgotten to say his prayers. And neither should we. By Michael Yaconelli INSIDE THIS ISSUE Server information ..................…...2 Sermons ...................................…...2 Prayer Request ........................…...2 Announcements.......................…...3 Events ......................................…...3 Calendar of Events...................…...4 Birthdays..................................…...4 Youth/Children…………………...…...5
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January Newsletter Woodbine United Methodist Church
REMEMBERING TO PRAY
Children tell God what they are genuinely thinking. They
are honest, simple, and direct. They understand that God is lis-
tening, and they understand that prayers are very important.
Somehow when we become adults, we forget how important
praying is. So if you and I are going to be like little children, we
must not forget our prayers.
Billy Graham came to Sacramento, the capital of Califor-
nia, [in 1996] to hold his crusade at the Arco Arena, just north
of downtown. The night before the crusade was to begin, choir
rehearsal went late. One of the members of the choir was driv-
ing home through downtown when he noticed a man slumped
over on the steps of the capitol building. It was cold outside,
almost midnight, and not the safest of places to be. The choir
member decided he could not ignore the plight of this poor,
homeless man. He was nervous as he approached the man, not
knowing what to expect. The homeless man was crouched al-
most cocoon like on the steps, and the choir member reached
out and gently touched his shoulder.
“Sir, can I help you?” he said. “Are you okay?” The man
looked up. It was Billy Graham. He was praying for the city of
Sacramento.
Billy Graham is famous. He has people all over the world
praying for him and his crusades, but he still knows where the
power of his crusades comes from: his moments praying with
his Savior. In this day of TV evangelists with their flashy
clothes, sophisticated fund-raising, limos, gold necklaces, and
Lear jets, it’s nice to know that one evangelist still trusts the si-
Betty Romine Carolyn Warren Hattie Blakely Johnny Johnston Lorraine Lewis Virginia Stanfield David Manning Jimmy Van Ally Krupp Denise Morris Christina Brown Alice Sue Crews Anne Williams Teresa Cornell Sybil Gandy Nancy Jo Van Meter Holly Proctor
Cathy McCarthy & Family Ginny Miller Vada Hale Renee Morton Keller & Nora Smith Doug Ascortt Harold & Edith Griger Rebecca Campbell George Klauson Judy White David Massey Theresia Manning Jerry Bullard Bobby Lyewski Martha (Voigt) Garris Robin Fender Jack McCollough
TO LISTEN TO PASTOR JAN’S SERMONS, CLICK ON THE DATE BELOW
Dec. 24, 2017: Obedience ~ Luke 2:8-20 Christmas Eve Service: Home Away From Home ~ Luke 2:1-14
Trustee Duties Joe Lee & Shane Gentry
3rd Sunday Fellowship Meal— January 21 TBD
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Greeters: TBD
Communion Stewards: Pastor Jan & TBD
Flower Stewards: Jan 07: Brenda Martz Jan 14: Carole Williams Jan 21: Teresa Sawyer Jan 28: Maryann Becker
THOSE WHO SERVE... Ushers: Randy Gowen & Joe Lee
Offertory Counters: TBD
Wednesday Youth/Children Meals: Jan 03: No UMCYF Jan 10: Brenda Martz Jan 17: Carole Williams Jan 24: Sheral Gentry Jan 31: Mary Parrott
Altar Flowers If anyone would like to honor a graduate, spouse, relative or friend, flowers for the Church can be a beautiful acknowledgement of the occasion. The flower calendar is in the Narthex or you may call the Church office at 912-576-5457.
Prayer Shawls The Hana Circle has been busy making Prayer Shawls! If a friend or loved one is in need of a shawl, you can pick one up in the narthex in the basket located there.
Men’s Bible Study The Men’s Bible Study takes place at 6:00pm in the Church Office. Dan Krupp will be leading. Come and enjoy this time of learning and fellowship. Bring a friend! If you have any questions, please con-tact Dan Krupp.
Women’s Bible Study “HEAVEN” BY RANDY ALCORN—The Women’s Bible Studies is taking place on Monday evenings be-ginning at 6:00pm and Wednesday mornings at 10:00am. You may pick which ever fits your sched-ule the best. The meetings will be held in the Church Office and lead by Pastor Jan. Bring a friend. It’s never to late to join in the learning!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Church Wide Meeting January 9th at 6PM
Fellowship Hall
All are invited and encouraged to attended the planned Church Wide Meeting. This meeting will include all committee meetings (Church Council, Finance, Trustees, SPPR, Missions and Plan-ning). If you have ever wondered or do not understand what the committees do, you will want to make sure you attend. Attend-ance is highly encouraged, especially for those serving on com-mittees for the 2018 year. We will also be looking at the Church Calendar to set dates for events during the year. There will be a light dinner served at 5:30pm for those who will be attending.
SAVE THE DATE!! “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.”
Matthew 18:20
JANUARY CALENDER 2018
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1 2 Men’s Bible Study 6pm
3 Choir Practice 6pm
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7 Magnolia Manor Service 3:30pm Removal of the Greens
8 Women’s Bible Study 6pm
9 Tuesday Lunch Program 10am
Church Meeting 6pm (Highly encouraged to attend)
10 Women’s Bible Study 10am
UMCF5-6:30pm UMYF 6-7:30pm
Choir Practice 6pm
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15 Woman’s Bible Study 6pm
16 Tuesday Lunch 10:00 am
Men’s Bible Study 6pm
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Women’s Bible Study 10am
UMCF5-6:30pm UMYF 6-7:30pm
Choir Practice 6pm
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21 3rd Sunday Fellowship Meal 12pm
22 Woman’s Bible Study 6pm
23 Tuesday Lunch 10:00 am
Men’s Bible Study 6pm
24 Women’s Bible Study 10am
UMCF5-6:30pm UMYF 6-7:30pm
Choir Practice 6pm
25 Hana Circle Mtg. 7pm
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29 Woman’s Bible Study 6pm
30 Tuesday Lunch 10:00 am Men’s Bible Study 6pm
31 Women’s Bible Study 10am
UMCF5-6:30pm UMYF 6-7:30pm
Choir Practice 6pm
SUN MON TUES WED THUR FRI SAT
JANUARY BIRTHDAYS
If your birthday or a family member’s birthday is not listed, please contact the Church Office at 912-576-5457
Jan 03: Deanna Smith Jan 04: Hannah Fry Jan 16: Yvonne Dantzler Jan 22: Lesley Swiacke Jan 23: Fred Voigt Jr. Jan 25: Hattie Blakely Jan 27: Brenda Martz
