WMPC WEEKLY Volume LI December 27, 2017 No. 52 Worship on December 31, the First Sunday after Christmas 8:30 & 10:00 a.m.: Sanctuary No Sunday School Sermon: Proclaim God s Gift to Humankind Scripture: Isaiah 61:10-62:3; Galatians 4:4-7 Hymns: O Come, All Ye Faithful Angels We Have Heard on High Go, Tell It on the Mountain Baptism: (10:00) Clara Martha Gibbons, child of Ashley and Will Gibbons Bulletins are available online. Church Office Telephone Number: 919-834-3424 Pastor-On-Call Telephone Number: 919-605-4593
Joys and Concerns New Presbyterians: Eloise Adams Hoverstad, born December 19, child of Sarah and Eric Hoverstad. Hospitals (*designates discharged): UNC Chapel Hill: *Ray Lichtner; Rex Rehab: Ellen Manooch, Bob Treadway; Rex Rehab, Apex: Eunice Cummings; Stewart Health Center: Ann Freehafer. Home Communion Visits Church elders and pastoral staff are available to provide home communion if you or someone you know cannot attend worship. If you would like to schedule a visit to share the sacrament of communion in your home, please contact Judy Pidcock at 919-834-3425, ext. 238, and let us know of your interest. Is a White Memorial Friend or Relative in the Hospital? Please call the church office to let us know of relatives and friends who are in the hospital so that our pastoral staff may visit them. Due to HIPAA regulations, hospitals do not inform us when a member is hospitalized (even though a request for your church affiliation may appear on the admissions form.) We print members names in this newsletter and on our hospital board at church so we may pray for them. Please tell us if you or a relative do not want your name included; otherwise, we will follow our usual practice. Contact Amy Claprood at ext. 210 during business hours. Prayers and Christian Concerns to: Hurley and Laura Raynor and Hurley Raynor Jr., on the death of Hurley s mother, Sara Margaret Harrington Raynor, December 19, Raleigh, NC. Your Attention Please Year-end Contributions Please note that all contributions in the Sunday, December 31, offering plates will be 2017 tax-deductible gifts. All year-end contributions must be received in the Finance Office by December 31, 2017, or postmarked by December 31, 2017, to be claimed as a 2017 donation. End-of-year Stock Donations Gifting appreciated stock is a great way to make your contributions to the church. If you are gifting stock as part of your contributions to the church, please write, fax or phone Jody Grayson, ext. 204, when you make the transfer so we can comply with your instructions and give you credit for your gift. We need to know the brokerage firm you are using, the number of shares, the name of the stock and how you would like your gift allocated. Monday Night Men s Bible Study to Resume The Men s Bible Study will resume on Monday, February 5, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. Watch for details! April 13-14 Church Officer Nominations Nominations are being accepted for new ruling elders and deacons. The Churchwide Nominating Committee will begin meeting in late January to consider nominations for new church officers. Please give prayerful consideration to placing a church member into nomination for the office of elder or deacon. The officer nomination form can be found on our website. Honorary Life Membership Nominations Presbyterian Women is accepting nominations for Honorary Life Membership for 2018. The honor recognizes those who are active and faithful servants of God in our church and community. Prayerfully consider nominations for this honor. Applications are online at whitememorial.org/pw. Send recommendations to Carolyn Younger at 3008 Grant Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27607, or seebeey@gmail.com. Nominations will be accepted through February 15, 2018. Save the dates for April 13-14, 2018! Don t miss this opportunity to grow in community with other men from White Memorial as we enjoy the outdoor setting of Camp New Life led by Steve Lindsley, senior pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Charlotte. The retreat will include deep discussion, live music and great fellowship. The WMPC Weekly, December 27, 2017 Page 2
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Community Ministry and Missions Busy Hands are Happy Hands Come join Russia, Etc. Knit and Crochet on January 2 at 9:30 a.m. in C200. We have plenty of yarn, patterns, hooks and needles. Everyone is welcome to join us for coffee, snacks and lots of conversation. Contact Faye Senter at 919-805-0897 or fsenter@bellsouth.net with questions. Show Up and Serve The Community Service committee invites you to Show Up and Serve on Saturday, January 6, from 10:00 a.m.- noon in the Calvin Building. Let s Do Lunch (making sandwiches for Raleigh Rescue Mission) will begin promptly at 10:00 in C100, and then, in C102, we will make fleece scarves to be delivered to Oak City Outreach. No experience or sign-up is needed Just show up and serve! Contact Carolyn Younger at seebeey@gmail.com with questions. Flight of Imagination Abu Raed is an aging airport janitor who has always yearned to see the world but has never been able to afford to travel. After finding a captain's hat in the trash can, his poor neighborhood s children assume he is a pilot and beg him to share stories of the world outside of Amman, Jordan. Through imaginary tales of his world adventures, he offers hope in the face of their harsh reality. Please join us Wednesday, January 31, at 6:45 p.m. in the chapel as the Middle East Peace and Justice Committee sponsors the film Captain Abu Raed. You Can Help Deliver Healthy Kids Kits to Haiti in March Plans are being made for a four-day trip to Haiti Thursday to Monday, March 8-12, 2018. Trip participants will deliver health kits to children who attend Haiti Outreach Ministries four schools. In addition to delivering health kits, we ll share a Bible story with children, learn about healthcare in Haiti, attend church services and enjoy guided cultural tours. Accommodations will be in a comfortable hotel close to the airport. This short trip is ideal for first-time visitors as well as returning visitors. If you are interested in participating, contact Diane Payne at dpaynebhs@earthlink.net or 919-601-7869. Educator s Fund If you work in the Wake County Public School System, this fund could help you meet an immediate or otherwise not covered need. We offer small grants to help with student, teacher or school nurse needs, etc. Contact Gloria Johnson at 919-834-3425, ext. 207, or gjohnson@whitememorial.org with questions. Food Needed Remember that food is needed in our local pantries. When shopping, pick up a couple of extra cans to place in the crate in The Connector. Canned pasta, canned meat and canned fruit are always needed. The collection this Sunday will help provide grants to hunger agencies in our Presbytery and is one way H E A LT H Y K I D S K I T S f o r H A I T I The goal is to assemble 500-1,000 Healthy Kids Kits before Dec. 31. Currently, we have collected 80 kits. You can fill a one-gallon zip-lock with the items below OR bring multiples of individual items. Toy Bar of soap 2 dollars Large Tooth Comb Toothbrush Hand towel Washcloth Nail clippers Regular size toothpaste Band aids The WMPC Weekly, December 27, 2017 Page 4
Presbyterian Women Circles - January All are invited to the Women s Monthly Fellowship Luncheon hosted by Presbyterian Women. M o n d ay, J a n u a r y 8 n o o n, P i c k a r d H a l l This month s program will feature Terry Allegbaugh, who will speak about the Coalition to End Homelessness. Contact Tonya Higgins at 919-834-3425, ext. 216, by noon Friday, January 5, or register for luncheon and childcare at whitememorial.org/register. G i v e B a c k. S e r v e. This month we will collect hats, gloves and scarves for Oak City Outreach. Place donations in the crates in The Connector. For more information about membership in Presbyterian Women, contact Julie Screws at 919-821-2572 or Linda K. Turner at 919-781-1856. P r e s b y t e r i a n Wo m e n S e r v i c e, F e l l o w s h i p & S t u d y CIRCLE INFO Circles will meet on Monday, January 8, unless otherwise noted. Circle A: 10:15 a.m. in C200; Reps. - Cam Lewis, Judith Bundy Circle B: 10:00 a.m. in C301; Reps. - Ann Carney, Madge Dhus Circle C: 10:00 a.m. in K200; Reps. - Lauren Smith, Julie Leon Circle D: Jan. 11, 11:00 a.m. at The Cypress, Bldg. A, Parlor; Reps. - Bettye Gunter, Carolyn Holding Circle E: 10:30 a.m.; Hostess: Wynn Dorsett; Reps. - Marlene Batchelor, Lynn Ogburn Circle F: 9:45 a.m.; Hostess: Blair Hughes; Reps. - Debbie Pappas, Maggie Black Circle G: 10:00 a.m.; Hostess: Harriet Worley; Reps. - Marsha Blackburn, Cathy Johnson Circle I: 10:00 a.m. at Springmoor; Reps. - Linda Hancock, Susie Jackson Circle K: Jan. 9, 7:00 p.m.; Hostess: TBD; Reps. - Cathy Lehman, Julia Reeder Circle L: Jan. 10, 7:00 p.m. in W400; Reps. - Kathy Kidd, Jackie Mullin Circle M: 7:00 a.m. each Tues. in K100; Reps. - Susan Allen, Miriam Dorsey Circle N: Jan. 9, 11:30 a.m., Glenaire Private Dining Rm; Reps. - Ann Harris, Lois Jenny Circle O: Jan. 10, 7:00 p.m. in C203; Rep. - Sally Nunnally The WMPC Weekly, December 27, 2017 Page 5
First Friday Movie Night R E S E R V A T I O N S R E Q U I R E D B Y N O O N 1 / 3 Register and pay online at whitememorial.org/register. Where: K100 When: Friday, January 5 Who: K - 5th grade Registration: $5 per child = pizza and bottled water Time: Drop off and pizza dinner 5:45 p.m. followed by movie. Pick-up at 8:00 p.m. Bring your own sleeping bag or blanket! Enjoy a little taste of other cultures with the International Book Club. Each meeting will explore the cultural characteristics of the particular book with a lunch and book provided. Join us January 14 and February 11 from noon - 1:00 p.m. in Calvin 301. We will also have a special skype class with Mar Elias*, a school in Israel, on March 17 from 8:00-9:30 a.m. in Calvin 301. Registration is required by December 29 at whitememorial.org/register. MAR ELIAS* We will Skype with Mar Elias IBC from Ibillin, Israel in March. They will share what it is like to live in Israel today as a youth. JANUARY 4 WHITE MEMORIAL IS BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE JANUARY 11 THE OAKWOOD PROJECT JANUARY 18 - Field Trip NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF HISTORY JANUARY 25 A TASTE OF NORTH CAROLINA The WMPC Weekly, December 27, 2017 Page 6
Calendar for the Week Mini Kick-Off Our mini kick-off January 7, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. for students and parents. Play Name that Tune with Rahn Sutton! Looking Ahead CROSS Middle School Service Weekend, February 2-4; registration is online now. International Book Club, January 14 and February 11, noon-1:00 p.m. in C301. Weekly Youth Email Newsletter Additional details about all youth programs and events, can be found in our youth email newsletter. Do you want to receive the weekly youth email newsletter that s full of great information? Contact Deb Smith at dsmith@whitememorial.org to be added to the contact list. Sunday, December 31 (Isaiah 61:10-62:3; Galatians 4:4-7) Fifth Sunday Hunger Offering 8:30 a.m. - Worship - Holiday Schedule (Sanctuary) 9:30 a.m. - Fellowship Time; No Sunday School 10:00 a.m. - OnPoint@1704 Worship - Holiday Schedule (Sanctuary) 1:00 p.m. - Church Facilities Closed after Services Monday, January 1 (Ps. 8; Isa. 62:1-5, 10-12; Rev. 19:11-16; Matt. 1:18-25) Church Facilities Closed - Holiday 7:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous (C100) Tuesday, January 2 (Ps. 29; 1 Kings 19:1-8; Eph. 4:1-16; John 6:1-14) 7:00 a.m. - Men s/women s Breakfast Bible Study (Geneva/K100) 9:30 a.m. - Fit after Fifty (Pickard); Russia Knitting/Crocheting Group (C200); Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team (K200) 3:00 p.m. - Labyrinth Open for Walking (Chapel) 4:00 p.m. - Montreat College Conference (Off Site) 6:00 p.m. - StepUp Life Skills Program/Dinner (Geneva) 7:00 p.m. - Chancel Choir (S300); Personnel Committee (K200) Wednesday, January 3 (Ps. 15; 1 Kings 19:9-18; Eph. 4:17-32; John 6:15-27) 8:00 a.m. - Clothing Closet (W100) 9:30 a.m. - Presbyterian Women Bible Moderators (W400) 10:00 a.m. - Chair Yoga: Try It for Free (C200) 4:30 p.m. - Carol Choir (L304); Joyful Noise Choir (S300); Cherub Choir (L311) 5:00 p.m. - First Wednesday Spaghetti Supper (Pickard) 6:00 p.m. - Women s Retreat Meeting (C301) 6:15 p.m. - Youth Band (K100) 6:30 p.m. - Disciple I (K307); Russia Ministry Committee (C203) 6:45 p.m. - OnPoint House Band (K100) 8:00 p.m. - Al-Anon (C100) Thursday, January 4 (Ps. 97; Josh. 3:14-4:7; Eph. 5:1-20; John 9:1-12, 35-38) 9:30 a.m. - Thursday Morning Bible Study (W400); T ai Chi for Exercise (C200); Lilies of the Field Bible Study (C301) 10:45 a.m. - Keenager Program: White Memorial is Building for the Future (K100) noon - Keenager Lunch (Geneva) 4:00 p.m. - Labyrinth Open for Walking (Chapel) 6:00 p.m. - Middle/High School Basketball Practice (Pickard) 7:00 p.m. - Community Allocations (W400); Thursday Evening Bible Study (C301) 7:30 p.m. - Webelo Scouts (K304-307); Sanctuary Choir (S300) Friday, January 5 (Ps. 110; Jonah 2:2-9; Eph. 6:10-20; John 11:17-27, 38-44) 9:30 a.m. - Fit After Fifty (Pickard) 5:45 p.m. - First Friday Movie Night (K100, Pickard) 6:00 p.m. - Stephen Ministry Opening Retreat (Geneva) 8:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous (C100) Saturday, January 6 (Ps. 67; Isa. 49:1-7; Rev. 21:22-27; Matt. 12:14-21) 8:30 a.m. - Sunday School Setup (Classrooms) 9:00 a.m. - Communion Preparation (Sacristy); NAMI Family to Family (C301); Stephen Ministry Opening Retreat (Geneva) 10:00 a.m. - Let s Do Lunch (C100); Show Up & Serve (C102) December 31 Holiday Worship Schedule: 8:30 a.m.: Worship, Sanctuary 9:30 a.m.: Church-wide Fellowship - No Church School 10:00 a.m.: OnPoint@1704 worship, Sanctuary Live Stream: 10:00 a.m. worship only Note: There will be no service at 11:00 a.m. on December 31. The WMPC Weekly, December 27, 2017 Page 7
The White Memorial Presbyterian (USPS 682-520) Published Weekly by White Memorial Presbyterian Church 1704 Oberlin Rd., Raleigh, N.C. 27608 Periodicals postage paid - Raleigh, N.C. Postmaster: Send address changes to WHITE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1704 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, NC 27608-2091 PERIODICALS U.S. Postage PAID RALEIGH, N.C. USPS 682-520 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Faith Formation Holiday Family Worship There will be no Sunday School on December 31. Nurseries for three-year-olds and under will be provided. Join us for family worship! Lunch and Learn: How to talk with your preschool/ elementary-aged child about death and grief. Bring a bagged lunch and join us Tuesday, January 9, at noon in C200 for conversation and information about how to talk with preschool and elementary children about death and grieving. Our Lunch and Learn will be led by Tracey Daniel and Grier Richards. The Challenge of Paul Faith Foundations Sunday School class invites you to a January- May adult education study, The Challenge of Paul. This DVD-based discussion series features renowned historical Jesus scholar John Dominic Crossan, who will guide us through the first-century world of Paul s time and place. Our class meets every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in K301. Questions? Contact John White at ncjohnwhite@gmail.com or Susan Hibbert at susan56r@aol.com. Join Us for a Skating Party! Who? First Fifth Graders When? Saturday, January 20, 10:00 a.m. - noon Where? Jellybeans at 1120 Buck Jones Road How much? $4 for admission, $1 extra for skates. Bring money for game machines and refreshments, if you wish. Parents are welcome to leave or to stay and skate (same price). Why? To have fun and to build your circle of friends at WMPC No need to make reservations. Come and join us! Questions? Call Lynn Springfield at 919-834-3425, 232. Play and Pray Play and Pray is our child-friendly wing of spiritual formation centers, located on the ground floor of the Luther Building. Come to Play and Pray to enjoy: The Way Station (S104), where you ll be transported to Bible story and prayer experiences Meadowlands (S101), for faith-filled games, arts, and crafts Living Waters Children s Theater (S102), where puppets and lively play-acting reign supreme. January 17 newsletter & January 21 bulletin deadline: Tuesday noon, January 2