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White Memorial Presbyterian Church | December 2018
The Child
WORSHIP TIMES
Each Advent our church staff and Worship Committee choose a theme which guides our planning and thinking about worship and spiritual practices during the four weeks leading up to Christmas. This year we have chosen “The Child.” Obviously, this child is Jesus. But it also refers to the many metaphors and descriptors which the boy Jesus embodies: Child of Promise; Child of Peace; Child of Hope; Child of Joy; Child of Light; Child of Love. Any of these, and all of these, titular references are the reason the angels of Christmas are so enthusiastic. The promise, the peace, the hope, the joy, the light, and the love are why the shepherds go running and drive their flocks to the manger. Advent is truly all about the child. I remember when Colleen, my wife, was pregnant with each of our children. They were amazing and exciting times, but they were also overwhelming times. At points, it was downright scary. Each ultrasound was an exciting peek into a baby’s fragile life; but it was also anxious until those moments when the obstetrician said, “this looks perfect.” Like all young parents, it was all about the child we were waiting upon to be born. I can also remember thinking it would get easier with the second and third babies, but they brought more of the same. There was so much excitement as our family grew and our hearts expanded to love more children. But they came with new anxieties: Will I be a good father to two children, and then three children? How will more children shape our marriage? Will I be able to afford it (there were a lot of diapers, expensive car seats, and we had to buy a new minivan)? Am I up to the challenges that these beautiful blessings will bring to the remainder of my life? Like all parents of growing families, those days were all about the children. I was brought to my knees in prayer more times than I can recall. As I think of Joseph and Mary 2,000 Christmases ago, I imagine they felt similar anxieties. I imagine their exhaustion as they journeyed to Bethlehem. I imagine their fear as they learned of Herod’s plot to steal the life of the baby Mary had carried and delivered. I imagine their terror as they fled to Egypt to get away from Herod’s death squads (think about that with a political lens: Joseph and Mary and Jesus forced to immigrate to Egypt; read about it in Matthew’s gospel). Why did they flee? To protect the child of course. Advent is truly about the child. So too is Christmas. Thus, the theme of our Advent season is “The Child” and all the uncertainty and promise that the birth of a new baby can bring. One pastoral note before I conclude: there are many families in our church and our community who struggle with infertility and they want a child, but biology has conspired against them for one reason or another. There are still other people who long to adopt a child, but the stars have not yet aligned and their watch for a child continues. For these families, Christmas can be a very tender time. Please keep families such as these in prayer. Speak words of support and kindness to them if you know of their struggles and waiting. Such concern is the church at its best.
8:15, 9:30, 11 A.M. SANCTUARY
May grace abound,
After Hours Pastor On Call Telephone Number: 919-605-4593
Christopher H. Edmonston Pastor
11 A.M. ONPOINT@1704 PICKARD HALL SEE ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SCHEDULE INSIDE FOR SPECIAL SERVICES
Ride the Shuttle!
Avoid the traffic around the church and ride the shuttle from Carolina Place, 2626 Glenwood Avenue, on Sundays. Shuttle service begins at 8:45 a.m. and continues until the 11:00 a.m. worship service concludes and everyone is back to their cars. Hayes Barton United Methodist operates a shuttle from the same location, so look for the WMPC sign in the shuttle bus window. Church Office Telephone Number: 919-834-3424
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WORSHIP | EMBRACE | SERVE
in the manner of Christ
Joys
& CONCERNS
PRAYERS & CHRISTIAN CONCERNS TO
Keith, Cindy, Jack, William, Houston and Reed Parks, on the death of Keith’s father, Richard (Dick) Noel Parks, November 1, Lexington, KY. Stephanie Schumann, on the death of her grandfather, Thomas Morris Small, November 10, Wichita, KS. Susan, Andy and Anna Morison, Taylor and Doree Morison, and Kaitlyn, Bradley and Macklyn Dunn, on the death of Susan’s father, Donald Stutler, November 18, Akron, OH. Julian, Mary, Ted and Sallie Bossong, on the death of Julian’s father, Joseph Culverhouse Bossong, Asheboro, NC.
NEW PRESBYTERIANS Maxine Kay Hobson, born November 20, child of Kelly and Hunter Hobson, grandchild of Kristy and Chris Blake. Mary Catherine Larson, born November 7, child of Elizabeth and Matt Larson. Griffin James Olls, born November 10, child of Courtney and Adam Olls.
BAPTIZED November 4 – Riley Kathryn Macior, child of Katie and Tim Macior. November 11 – Henry Ackers Day, child of Emily and Michael Day, grandchild of Debbie and John Day. November 11 – Macklyn Ann Dunn, child of Kaitlyn and Bradley Dunn, grandchild of Susan and Andy Morison. November 11 – Hampton Dunaway Hargrove, child of Laura and Drew Hargrove, grandchild of Sandy and Wade Hargrove. November 11 – Smith Anderson Schuch, child of Carson and Zack Schuch. November 11 – Carson Charles Willingham, child of Ali and Ryan Willingham, grandchild of Carol and Ed Willingham, great-grandchild of Pat Toole. November 18 – Anderson Christopher Clark and Ellis Maclean Clark, children of Heather and Brian Clark, grandchildren of Annette and Fred Anderson. November 18 – Claire Gulley. November 25 – Hayden Brent Andersen, child of Ashleigh and Geoff Andersen.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Henry Knox Pate, born November 24, child of Sara Bailey and Kep Pate, Atlanta, GA, grandchild of Jackie Stocks.
June Ann and Ken Ward and Rusty Mangum, on the birth of grandchild Frances Russell Garrison, September 27 to Mary Laird and Will Garrison, Charlotte, NC.
Jackson Fisher Wilks, born November 20, child of Hannah and Jonathan Wilks, grandchild of Janie Chiles and Steve Chiles.
Doris and David Clappier, upon celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on December 1st.
IN THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT
MARRIAGES November 10 – Margaret Brady Womble and John Anderson Wells IV, November 10, WMPC. Margaret is the daughter of Lynn and Robert Womble.
Betty Ann Gable – November 11, 2018
noteworthy
If you have experienced a birth, marriage or death you want to share with the church, email Rebecca Turner at
[email protected]. If you have a relative or church friend who is hospitalized, call the church office or email Amy Claprood at
[email protected] so our pastoral staff can reach out. If you have a pastoral care need outside of regular business hours, call our after hours pastor on call at 919-605-4593.
BLUE IS THE NEW PURPLE FOR ADVENT
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness—on them light has shined.” - Isaiah 9:2 As we prepare for the beginning of the liturgical year, the Session, with the assistance of the music staff and the worship committee, has officially adopted the color Royal Blue to represent the season of Advent. The Presbyterian Church USA, of which White Memorial is a part, is a reformed and always-reforming church that now recommends using either purple or blue for Advent. There are multiple reasons to change from purple to blue, which signifies the darkness of the night sky before dawn and the coming of Christ’s light. The season of Advent is filled with darkness and anticipation and leads us to the brightness Christ’s birth brings to the world. Throughout history, the Virgin Mary has been depicted in blue both in painting and iconography. Blue represents hope, expectation and heaven and will especially enable children to recognize the uniqueness of the seasons through color. Purple will continue to be the color of Lent which represents penitence and preparation.
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outreach saturday
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 GENEVA HALL 10-NOON
WMPC provides 70 sack lunches once a month for Raleigh Rescue Mission’s Sunday Sack Lunches program. All we need are willing hands to make and pack the lunches. Everything will be provided. This is a wonderful project for a group, family or individuals.
We will also be making Haiti Health Kits and collecting items for the kits throughout December.
While it may look like not much has been going on, a tremendous amount of foundational background work is being done. Clancy & Theys, our contractor is meeting with many of the sub-contractors. The brick, steel, and trusses have been ordered. Extensive site work has begun and ground is being moved. New storm water lines are being installed and utilities are being relocated to make way for the new building. The foundation of the Knox building is being waterproofed. Be sure to check out the Construction Cam on the homepage of our website to keep up with the progress. Stay tuned for more updates!
INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP AT WHITE MEMORIAL? JOIN US! The next Beginnings Class for new and prospective members will meet on Sunday, January 27 and Sunday, February 3.
A WMPC family worship tradition.
To register, visit www.whitememorial.org/register by January 7, 2019.
GIFTING STOCK OR IRA DISTRIBUTIONS
Gifting appreciated stock or IRA distributions are great ways to make your contributions to the church. Please contact Jody Grayson with your gifting details, or for more information.
December 2 | 5:30 p.m.
SANCTUARY Reception to follow.
YEAR END CONTRIBUTIONS
Please note that all year end contributions must be received in the Finance Office by 5 p.m. on December 31, 2018 or postmarked by December 31, 2018 to be claimed as a 2018 donation.
Childcare is provided for children 3 yrs. and younger. Please register online at whitememorial.org/register.
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Mary’s Song
DECEMBER 30 FIFTH SUNDAY HUNGER
The offering on Sunday, December 30 will help provide grants to hunger agencies in our Presbytery and is one way to make a difference in the lives of those who struggle with food insecurity.
MUSIC FOR ADVENT WITH FEATURED WORKS BY JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH presented by Sounds on Oberlin Concert Series
SUNDAY | DECEMBER 9 3 P.M. | SANCTUARY FREE ADMISSION The song of Mary as found in Luke 1:46-55 has inspired countless works of art and music. This concert presents four settings based on the text, all by Johann Sebastian Bach. The combined choirs of WMPC accompanied by orchestra under the leadership of Karl Zinsmeister and Kirsten Homdrom present this Advent Concert. Featured soloists: Jeanne Fischer, Susannah Rhodes Stewart, sopranos; Emily Wolber Scheuring, mezzo-soprano; Timothy W. Sparks, tenor; Marc Callahan, bass. A love offering in support of the Sounds on Oberlin concert series will be collected.
HONORARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP NOMINATION
Presbyterian Women is now accepting nominations for Honorary Life Membership for 2019. This honor recognizes those who are active and faithful servants of God in our church and community. Prayerfully consider nominations for this honor. Applications can be found at www.whitememorial.org/pw. Send applications of recommendation to Diane Britt at
[email protected]. Nominations will be accepted through February 15, 2019.
15TH ANNUAL WMPC WOMEN’S RETREAT
REGISTER NOW! REGISTER BEFORE DECEMBER 17 TO AVOID LATE FEE
W M P C W O M E N ’ S R E T R E AT FEBRUARY 8-10 2019 | PINEHURST
"The Holy Spirit Shows Up...How? When? Why?" Romans 8:6 NRSV Have you ever wondered what or who the Holy Spirit is or how the Holy Spirit works in and through us? Don’t miss this year’s retreat and hear how Leslie Klingensmith will address these questions and more.
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FEBRUARY 8-10, 2019 PINEHURST Join us as we welcome back for the third time - Leslie Klingensmith, pastor of St. Matthew Presbyterian Church in Silver Spring, MD.
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PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN SERVICE, FELLOWSHIP & STUDY
Advent Communion Service
December 10 at 11:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary, The Presbyterian Women will hold an Advent Communion Service that is open to any and all.
The Women’s Monthly Fellowship Luncheon will begin at noon in Pickard Hall. For lunch reservations, contact Tonya Higgins at 919-834-3425, ext. 216 by noon Friday, December 7 or register at www.whitememorial.org/register. December’s Luncheon Program will be performed by dancers and introduced by Carol Bilbro. For circle membership information, please contact Linda Turner, (919) 781-1856 or Kristi Wilson, (919) 789-0536.
Give Back. Serve. This month PW will be collecting items for Turkey Dinners for the local food pantries and the StepUp Ministry. Please drop off items in The Connector by December 9. Items to be collected: frozen turkey or ham, 1 box of instant potatoes or 1 large can of yams, 1 jar or can of gravy, 1 box dressing, 1 can of cranberry sauce, 1 large can of green beans or 1 large can of fruit. For more information, contact Susan Allen at
[email protected]. Presbyterian Women— Service, Fellowship & Study
CIRCLE INFO Circle A: 10:15 a.m. in C200; Reps. - Kathy Baars, Judith Bundy Circle B: 10:30 a.m. in C301; Reps. - Ruth Chell, Ann Carney Circle C: 10:00 a.m. in K302; Reps. - Julie Leon, Mary Grace White Circle D: December 13, 11:00 a.m. in The Cypress, Building A Parlor; Reps. - Bettye Gunter, Carolyn Holding Circle E: 10:30 a.m. Hostess Circle in Geneva Hall; Reps. - Marlene Batchelor, Lynn Ogburn Circle F: 9:45 a.m. in C203; - Reps. - Debbie Pappas, Maggie Black Circle G: 10:00 a.m. Chapel; - Jan Frye, Susan Pittman Circle I: 10:00 a.m. at Springmoor; Reps. - Linda Hancock, Susie Jackson Circle K: December 11, 6:30 p.m., Hostess: TBD; Reps. - Cathy Lehman Circle L: December 12, 7:00 p.m. in W400; Reps. - Kathy Kidd, Jackie Mullin Circle M: 7:00 a.m. each Tues. in K100; Reps. - Miriam Dorsey, Susan Allen Circle N: December 11, 11:30 a.m., Glenaire Private Dining Room; Reps. - Ann Harris, Lois Jenny Circle 0: December 11, 7:00 p.m. in C203; Rep. - Sally Nunnally WMPC MONTHLY | DECEMBER 2018 | PAGE 5
Welcoming Children to the
Lord’s Supper Workshop
At our Welcoming Children to the Lord’s Supper Workshop, third through fifth graders had fun making bread and recreating the Last Supper.
INTERNATIONAL BOOK CLUB
Join us Sunday, December 9 from noon-1:30 in Calvin 301. Noepaw Htaw will be speaking. Register required at www.whitememorial.org.
FIRST THROUGH FIFTH GRADE SKATING PARTY
Children in first through fifth grades are invited to our church’s skating party at Jellybeans at 1120 Buck Jones Road on Saturday, January 12 from 10:00 a.m.–noon. Parents are welcome to leave or to stay. No reservations are necessary. Call Lynn Springfield at 834-3425, ext. 232 with questions.
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POP UP PAGEANT This year, children are invited to dress as shepherds or angels to participate in an on-the-spot pageant! For those dressed in their Christmas best, there will still be another way to be a star in the show. Don’t forget to bring a bell to accompany the singing of carols. Listen to the anthems of children’s choirs, hear the Christmas story and worship with joy! Service is for all ages.
Christmas Eve Bell Services December 24 3:00 or 4:00 pm
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16 CHRISTMAS JOY SPECIAL OFFERING
Every generous act of giving is from above. James 1:17
First Friday Movie Night
WMPC FAMILY ADVENT KIT
When: Friday, December 7 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 sleeping bag or blanket! Register and pay online at whitememorial.org/register. Registration is required no later than Thursday, December 6 at midnight.
Family Advent Kit
Family Advent Kit
Family Advent Kit
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Help children enjoy the Advent season with a $5 purchase of our 2018 Family Advent Kit – Celebrate a Deep Blue Family Christmas. This beautiful kit contains an activity book that tells the story of Jesus’ birth from the gospel of Luke and includes a maze, word search and an Advent countdown calendar with stickers! The kit also comes with Nativity crayons and a Children’s Christmas Share card to color and send to a loved one. Your $5 purchase provides this package for your child and one for a StepUp family’s child. StepUp is a local organization that works to end the cycle of poverty and empower people to provide safe and healthy lifestyles for their families. Available while supplies last, beginning at the November 14 Wednesdays Together Dinner and then on Sunday mornings.
TURKEY DINNER COLLECTION
We will be holding our Christmas Turkey Dinner Collection on December 9 from 8-11 a.m. We offer curbside pickup by the Carol Copeland Courtyard. Dinners will go to local food pantries, stepup ministry and Mayview/Oberlin community. ITEMS COLLECTED ARE: • 1 FROZEN TURKEY OR HAM • 1 BOX INSTANT POTATOES OR 1 LARGE CAN OF YAMS • 1 JAR OR CAN OF GRAVY • 1 BOX DRESSING • 1 CAN CRANBERRY SAUCE • 1 LARGE CAN GREEN BEANS • 1 LARGE CAN OF FRUIT
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Help Provide 800-1,000 Healthy Kids Kits! Here’s what to do. Fill a gallon Ziploc bag with the following: -
toothbrush and toothpaste bar of soap wash cloth wide tooth comb nail clippers several Band-Aids small gender-neutral toy or gift (stuffed toy, car, yo-yo, etc.) - $2.00 (to help cover the cost of transporting bags to Haiti) * Please remove all packaging before filling the Ziploc bag * Return sealed bags to a bin in The Connector Collection received between November 15 and December 31
If you have large nylon bags (think reusable grocery bags) please bring to Gwen Whiteman, Witherspoon, Room 314. These will be handy in packaging and handing out kits.
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4-week ADVENT STUDY: CHRISTMAS THROUGH THE EYES OF JOSEPH BY ADAM HAMILTON
STEPUP’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY: SAVE THE DATE
This year, StepUp Ministry is celebrating 30 years of serving the Raleigh community, in large part because of the support we have received from White Memorial. We hope you will save the date and join us for our 30th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, January 26, 2019, with our guest emcee, Christopher Edmonston. Our 30th celebration will begin by honoring Art Ross, a longtime friend of StepUp, in a pre-event for our host committee. If you are interested in joining our host committee, please contact Lydia Pickard,
[email protected] or (919) 781-0156 ext. 122. Host Committee tickets are $250 per person. General tickets are $100 and will go on sale early in December.
From his beginnings as a humble carpenter, to his all-important role as the earthly father of Jesus, Joseph’s crucial actions played an important part in salvation history. We will see how Joseph’s story is much like our own when we are tempted to walk away from difficult situations. To join the study, register online at www.whitememorial.org/register. Books are $10.00 and can be purchased from Tonya Higgins in W211. Contact Gloria Johnson, class leader, with questions at
[email protected]. Attend Monday evenings: 6:30-7:30 p.m. OR Tuesday mornings: 10:30-11:30 a.m. in Calvin 301 Session 1: November 26/27 Session 2: December 3/4 Session 3: December 10/11 Session 4: December 17/18
Help StepUp Children Shop for Parents
Children love to pick out items for parents or special adults in their lives. This is the seventh year of the Shop for Parents Store, to be held on Tuesday, December 4. Each StepUp child has the opportunity to pick out several gifts and have them wrapped. We need your help with items for men and women: holiday-themed items, pot holders, dish towels, gift sets, gloves/scarves, wallets, ties, tools kits, flashlights/batteries, candles, or any item that would make a great gift for a child to choose (new items only). Bring items to Gloria Johnson’s office in the Witherspoon Building, W301, by Monday, December 3.
Poinsettia Delivery Volunteers Needed Help deliver Advent poinsettias to our members who can no longer attend worship. This tradition makes a huge impact in the lives of our members during this season. We will be delivering poinsettias on December 16, 17 and 18. If you are interested in helping with this ministry please contact Robert Galloway at
[email protected].
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Advent/Christmas Greenery Memorials and Honoraria Contributions in memory of a loved one or in honor of a family member, friend or member of the church family are welcomed. Contributions may be for any amount; suggested gift is $20 or more. All those honored or memorialized will be listed in the bulletin inserts on December 23 and Christmas Eve services.
Flowers, greenery and poinsettias will adorn our worship spaces throughout Advent and Christmas. Small poinsettias will be delivered to homebound members or members in nursing homes. Contributions will go into a fund used for all decorations in the sanctuary, chapel and OnPoint worship space for Advent and Christmas, and to fund other Advent activities. Contributions received in excess of the cost for Advent and Christmas
flowers, greenery, and related events will be used to supply flowers on other Sundays during the year. Use the form below to list who is being memorialized or honored and who is making the gift. All requests must be in the church office by noon on Monday, December 17. Send your contribution to Rebecca Turner, and call her at 919-834-3425, ext. 222, with questions.
Advent/Christmas Greenery Memorials and Honoraria Please Print. DEADLINE: Noon on Monday, December 17 Name of Donor: ___________________________________________________________Phone: ____________________ Given:
_______ in honor of
or
_______ in memory of (first and last names only — no titles, please )
(Name) _____________________________________________________________________________________________ (Name) _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Amount of donation: __________________________________________________________________________________ Mail to the attention of Rebecca Turner, WMPC, 1704 Oberlin Road, Raleigh NC 27608
Skati ng wi th Friend s
Elementary children rocked and rolled around the rink at our skating party on October 27.
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OAK CITY OUTREACH COLLECTION
Help the WMPC Young Adults collect donations for Oak City Outreach. Items needed are: soap, washcloths, lotion, shaving cream, deodorant, (men and women), toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, hand sanitizer, disposable razors, and over the counter pain relievers. Items need to be NEW and preferably travel size. Drop off items in the marked bins located in The Connector. If you are interested in volunteering with the Young Adults contact Robert Galloway at
[email protected].
CHAIR YOGA FOR 2019
Come for a free trail class of chair yoga on January 2 from 10-11 a.m. in C-200. 8-week sessions are $40 for all 8 classes (January 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20 and 27) or drop-ins are always welcome any time for only $8/class. Questions? email Marige Mould at
[email protected] or call 919-303-5318.
Are you experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, relocation, or separation? Do you feel overwhelmed? Would you welcome someone to walk along side you to speak with about this journey? Stephen Ministers are Christian men and women—trained to provide confidential one-to-one care. Their commonality? A passion for bringing Christ’s love and care to people during a time of need. To learn more about how you can speak confidentially with a trained Stephen Minister contact Robert Galloway, Pastoral Resident, at
[email protected] or call 919-834-3425, ext. 251.
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MENU
DECEMBER 12/5 SPAGHETTI SUPPER (RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED)
12/12 CHICKEN POT PIE (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED)
12/19 MOROCCAN MEATBALLS (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED)
12/26 NO DINNER REGISTER FOR WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS ONLINE:
WWW.WHITEMEMORIAL.ORG/REGISTER THIS YEAR, IF YOU HAVE REGISTERED ONLINE FOR THE WEEK’S DINNER YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL ON MONDAY MORNING AT 10:00 A.M. THIS WILL BE YOUR NOTICE THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE AN EMAIL YOU WILL NEED TO REGISTER ONLINE OR CALL THE OFFICE BY NOON TUESDAY.
110,000 BOOKS 13 SCHOOLS 10 BOOKS FOR EVERY CHILD WAKE Up and Read is collecting new and gently-used books for children ages birth-12. Our goal is to collect 110,000 books to share at 13 schools, community centers and child care facilities across Wake County. Help us to ensure that every child in our community has the opportunity to develop a love for reading. January 5th - February 15th Drop off books in the Connector For more info or to donate: https://wakeupandread.org/
Christmas Share is an alternative giving program, started by Presbyterian Women over 25 years ago, where you can make donations to church-supported agencies and international mission partners. Over the years we have contributed more than $900,000 to our community and world. One check is sent to each agency after Christmas. INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Decide which agencies you would like to make contributions. 2. Put the amount beside the agency. 3. Make one check for the total amount to: White Memorial Christmas Share. 4. Bring form by the Christmas Share table located in The Connector on Sundays during Advent between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m. and at the 10:30 coffee hour, the December Presbyterian Women’s Luncheon, or bring by Gloria Johnson’s office anytime after November 1. You can receive a Christmas card to send to family & friends with each $5 donation. 5. The contribution to Christmas Share will appear on your church financial statement. 6. After Christmas, we will issue one check to each agency for the total amount contributed. INTERNATIONAL MISSION (IM) ______ Distribute where needed for IM ______ Haiti: Ministries with children ______ Russia: Partner church in Smolensk ______ Poland: Scholarships for seminary students ______ Middle East - Scholarships (Mar Elias School at Ibilim) ______ Santuario Hispanic Fellowship
Name _________________________________________________________________ COMMUNITY MINISTRY (CM) ______ Distribute where needed for CM ______ A Place at the Table ______ Alliance Medical Ministry ______ Autism Society ______ Big Brothers/Big Sisters ______ Boys/Girls Clubs ______ Club Horizon Emmaus House ______ FIGS (Filling in the Gaps) ______ Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC ______ Glenaire Scholarship Fund ______ Green Chair Project ______ Habitat for Humanity Haven House Healing Transitions ______ Helene Foundation ______ Interact Justice Matters ______ Life Experiences Loaves and Fishes
______ Mayview Learning Center-CIS ______ Meals on Wheels ______ National Alliance for Mental Illness ______ Project Enlightenment Foundation ______ SAFEchild ______ Saint Saviour’s Center ______ Shepherd's Table Soup Kitchen ______ StepUp ______ Tammy Lynn Center ______ Transitions Life Care (Hospice) ______ Triangle Family Services ______ Triangle Pastoral Counseling ______ Triangle Reading Service ______ Urban Ministries ______ Wake Relief ______ Wake Smiles ______ Wheels4Hope
Contribute now DECEMBER 5 Golden Years Breakfast
Through December 24 Gloria Johnson’s office
DECEMBER 6 Dr. Geoffrey Simon Animals in Classical Music
Sundays through December 23 The Connector
DECEMBER 13 Bill Schmidt Mysteries of the Universe: Black Holes to the Christmas Star
December 10 Presbyterians Women’s luncheon
DECEMBER 20 & 27 Holiday, No Program Christmas Share is an alternative giving program, started by Presbyterian MONTHLY | DECEMBER | PAGE 11 Women over 25 yearsWMPC ago, where you can make donations to2018 church-supported agencies and international mission partners. Over the years we have
Where can you find an eclectic lineup of musicians performing a wide variety of music?
Sounds
At WMPC, of course. Join us for our concert series Sounds on Oberlin.
on Oberlin
Free admission!
Sunday | December 9 | 2018 | 3pm Mary’s Song: Music for Advent, Adult Choirs, Soloists and Orchestra
Friday | April 5 | 2019 | 7pm Music from Four Continents - Kirsten Homdrom, piano Sunday | June 9 | 2019 | 3pm Mendelssohn Piano Trios Niccoló Muti, violin; David Oh, cello & Kirsten Homdrom, piano
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Sunday | January 13 | 2019 | 3pm Westminster Concert Bell Choir Sunday | February 24 | 2019 | 3pm Three Triangle Tenors
All concerts are held in the Sanctuary. A love offering in support of the Sounds on Oberlin concert series will be collected. =
During Sunday School in our A.C.T.S.* of Faith Theater, fourth graders reenacted the story of Samuel being called by God.
THE 2019 YOUTH LOCK OUT 7 P.M. - 7.A.M. JANUARY 18
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middle and high school students
WEEKLY YOUTH EMAIL NEWSLETTER
Do you want to receive the weekly youth email newsletter that’s full of great information? Contact Deb Smith at
[email protected] to be added to the contact list.
LOOKING AHEAD
Mini Kick-Off, January 6, 5-7 p.m. Parents and Students 2019 LOCKOUT! January 18, 7 p.m.-7 a.m. Middle and High School Students Youth Sunday January 27, 8:15 a.m.-noon, multiple worship services 2019 MS Cross Mission Trip February 1-3. Registration is full. To be added to the wait list email Deb Smith. 2019 Community Table Fundraiser February 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
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YOUTH
• Joy Gift Worship Service December 2, 5:30 p.m. Sanctuary • Christmas Parties December 9, 5-6:30 p.m. - MS Impact Groups, 6-8th grade, host homes - HS Connections, K-100 and Pickard Hall December 16 - Sunday School 9:30-10:30 a.m., various classrooms - College Student Coffee, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Geneva Hall December 24 - Christmas Eve College Drop-In 10-10:30 p.m., K-100
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Officer Nomination Form White Memorial Presbyterian Church Person recommended: __________________________________________________________________ For Elder _________ For Deacon _________ The Presbyterian Book of Order states the “Elders should be persons of faith, dedication, and good judgment. Their manner of life should be a demonstration of the Christian gospel, both within the church and in the world. It is the duty of elders, individually and jointly, to strengthen and nurture the faith and life of the congregation...” “The office of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of sympathy, witness, and service after the example of Jesus Christ.” They shall “minister to those who are in need, to the sick, to the friendless…” How long has this person been a member of WMPC? _________________________________________ Has this person been an elder/deacon of WMPC or governing officer of another church? ____________ If so, where? ___________________________________________________________________________ Why do you recommend this person for the office of elder or deacon? ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ In what ways has this person demonstrated involvement in the ministries of WMPC? ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ To the best of your knowledge, does this person practice sound theology and accept the theology of the Presbyterian Church (USA)? ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ How has this person demonstrated Christian commitment outside the church? ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ Recommended by: _____________________________________________ Date ____________________
revised October 2018
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Officer Nomination Form - Instructions In March or April 2019, you will be asked to vote for a slate of officers to serve a three-year term in leadership, planning, and care for the church. Please give prayerful consideration to placing a church member into nomination for the office of Elder or Deacon. Nominations for rising high school seniors and rising high school juniors will also be considered. Typically, those elected to be officers have been members of WMPC for at least three years. OFFICERS AT WHITE MEMORIAL ARE EXPECTED TO SERVE IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS: Participate in Officer Training Classes (Wednesday nights in September) Begin service next October Serve on a Sessional or Diaconate committee Attend monthly meetings and called meetings to the best of one’s ability Act as commissioner to a Presbytery meeting as available (elders only) Serve communion as available and as needed (elders only) Provide pastoral and spiritual care for congregation Share in leadership of the annual Generosity Campaign Communicate pastoral concerns and helpful suggestions to the pastors in a timely manner Participate in visitation, ushering and serve as Treasurer’s Assistant (deacons only) TO HELP YOU JUDGE THIS PERSON’S QUALIFICATIONS AS A CANDIDATE FOR ELDER OR DEACON, PLEASE CONSIDER SUCH AREAS AS THE FOLLOWING: PARTICIPATION IN CHURCH LIFE Christian commitment Attendance at public worship Participation in church activities (church school, fellowship groups, etc.) Offices held Services rendered CHRISTIAN LIVING IN DAILY LIFE Within the family At work In the community PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS AND SKILLS Cooperativeness Willingness to learn Ability to follow through on assignments/commitments Openness to new ideas Maturity of judgment ******* All recommendations must be received by January 15, 2019. This form may be placed in the offering plate on Sunday or mailed to the church office marked: White Memorial Presbyterian Church Attn: Officer Nomination Committee 1704 Oberlin Road Raleigh, NC 27608
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“A n d a L i t t l e C h i l d S h a l l L e a d T h e m ” - I s a i a h 1 1 : 6
The CHILD of GOD of Promise Christ Child HOPE love peaCe joY LIGHT
ADVENT & CHRISTMAS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
First Sunday of Advent 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m., Sanctuary 11:00 a.m., OnPoint@1704 - Pickard Hall Joy Gift 5:30 p.m., Sanctuary*
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Advent Evening Prayer 6:30-7 p.m., Chapel
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
Second Sunday of Advent 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m., Sanctuary 11:00 a.m., OnPoint@1704 - Pickard Hall Mary’s Song: Music for Advent (works by J.S. Bach)* 3 p.m., Sanctuary
MONDAY, DECEMBER 10 Advent Communion Service 11:30 a.m., Sanctuary*
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12* Advent Evening Prayer 6:30-7 p.m., Chapel
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16
Third Sunday of Advent 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m., Sanctuary 11:00 a.m., OnPoint@1704 - Pickard Hall
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19* Advent Evening Prayer 6:30-7 p.m., Chapel
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23
Fourth Sunday of Advent 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m., Sanctuary 11:00 a.m., OnPoint@1704 - Pickard Hall
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24 CHRISTMAS EVE Bell Services 3:00 & 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary Candlelight Lessons and Carols 6 p.m., Sanctuary and OnPoint@1704 - Pickard Hall 11 p.m., Sanctuary
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30 Combined Worship Service 8:15 & 10 a.m., Sanctuary
* Please visit whitememorial.org/register or call 919-834-3424 for dinner reservations on Wednesday nights and/or childcare. The 6 p.m. Candlelight Lessons and Carols services will offer childcare but reservations are not required.
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On Saturday, November 3, 2018 the interior and exterior walls for a complete Habitat house were built in one hour and ten minutes! WMPC members, along with friends from Santuario Hispanic Fellowship and Healing Transitions came together to make home ownership a reality for a qualifying family. The morning was fun and productive as conversation and hammering blended together. This is one of several ways that our congregation works on Habitat projects. If you would like to get involved contact Harry Montgomery at
[email protected].
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 Show Up and Serve SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 Joy Gift Service WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Advent Evening Prayer SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 International Book Club Turkey Dinner Collection Sounds on Oberlin Concert Series: Bach Advent Concert-Mary’s Song MONDAY, DECEMBER 10 Advent Communion Service WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 Advent Evening Prayer WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19 Advent Evening Prayer MONDAY, DECEMBER 24 Bell Services Candlelight Lessons and Carols TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25 AND 26 Church Facilities Closed for Christmas
TUESDAY, JANUARY 1 Church Facilities Closed for New Year’s Day SATURDAY, JANUARY 5 Show Up and Serve SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 Sounds on Oberlin Concert Series: Westminster Concert Bell Choir MONDAY, JANUARY 21 Church Facilities Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 Beginnings Class
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