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The Inlet View E-News brings you announcements, news, and updates from Belin Memorial United Methodist Church. Visit us
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special sunday services in december
DEC 10 "Let There Be Christmas"
Belin Chancel Choir & Orchestra | 8:45 AM & 11 AM in The Sanctuary
DEC 10 Blessing of the Animals
4 PM in St. John's Outdoor Chapel
DEC 17 Blue Christmas
6 PM in The Sanctuary
DEC 24 Christmas Eve Morning Services
10:30 AM in The Harbor | 10:30 AM in The Sanctuary
DEC 24 Christmas Eve Candlelighting Services
4 PM in The Harbor | 6 PM in The Sanctuary | 11 PM in The Sanctuary
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Belin Chancel Choir, accompanied by an 18-piece orchestra, presents "Let There Be Christmas" on Sunday, December 10, at 8:45 AM and 11 AM in The Sanctuary.
This service in song is a joyous celebration of hope and peace for the Christmas season. From jubilant songs of praise to reflective carols of peace, this experience is filled with moments designed to energize the spirit of the season within you. Participate in the singing of such beloved favorites as The First Noel, Silent Night, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, and more. At the conclusion, you are certain to say, "Let there be
Christmas!"
Please note: for everyone's safety, entrance to the sanctuary will be limited to the front narthex doors only this week. There will be no access to the area between the front pews and the chancel rail as that space will be used for the orchestra. The north, street-side door (with ramp) will be available for handicapped entry only.
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Sunday, December 10, 4 PM
St. John's Outdoor Chapel
The annual Blessing of the Animals will be held in St. John's Outdoor Chapel this Sunday. This is a time to give thanks for all God's creatures and remember those pets no longer with us. All pets are welcome and will be individually blessed. Remembrance candles will be available to light as well. Please have pets in a carrier or on a leash. Monetary and pet supply donations to benefit local animal shelters will be appreciated.
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Sunday, December 17, 10 AM
"Happy Birthday Jesus" will be held in the children's building during the Sunday school hour on December 17. This is open to all children! We will celebrate with cupcakes, candles, and juice.
Please plan to bring your child for this heartwarming event!
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Angel tree gifts for 300 local children were delivered to South Strand Helping Hand on December 4.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this Christmas mission!
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With the growth of our Backpack Mission, we are reaching out to see if anyone would be interested in helping us shop for food! It's easy and a great mission that feeds children here in our community.
- shop for suggested food items at a store of your choice
- deliver food items to the Family Life Center
- submit receipts to the church office (if you wish to be reimbursed)
If you are interested in assisting, please contact Jane Bowers ([email protected]).
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| Belin Youth: Revolution Weekend |
Revolution 2018
January 26-28
Attention - Youth and Parents!
Join us for "REVOLUTION" in Columbia, SC, January 26-28. We will hear great speakers, great music, and respond to God's call on our lives.
The cost is
$145
for the weekend (includes registration, lodging, and t-shirt; money will be needed for lunch and dinner meals).
This is a fun-filled weekend - like being at an elevation church for three days!
Contact Brandy Streett for registration and information ([email protected]
or 843.357.5180).
A $50 deposit is due no later than December 18.
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| Advent Family Photo Challenge |
Advent Family Photo Challenge
November 19 - December 17
Celebrate the coming of Jesus by taking part in this family photo challenge! Grab your family, friends, pets, etc. and take a picture representing each of the ten assigned words (click HERE for rules & info). Share your photos on the Belin Facebook page, Instagram, or Twitter. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative pics!
Any questions may be directed to Jane Sparks ([email protected] or 843.357.5185).
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New Six-Week Study
- begins January 3
"Meet the Good People - Wesley's 7 Ways to Share Faith" begins Wednesday, January 3, at 6 PM in the Family Life Center. This study offers strategies that are shown to work, equipping congregants to share their faith, leading others into a transforming relationship with Jesus and his church.
Bill Wening will be facilitating this study. Please contact Jane Sparks to register ([email protected] or 843.357.5185).
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| Christmas Day Community Dinner |
Monday, December 25
Noon - 3 PM
Family Life Center
Free for everyone - help spread the word! 7,500 meals are expected to be served at three locations across the Grand Strand including Belin Memorial. Meal delivery is available by calling 843.781.1326 by December 23.
Donations Welcomed!
Monetary donations are greatly appreciated! Your tax deductible donation may be made payable to Community Christmas Dinner. Mail to Christmas Dinner c/o St. John Greek Church, 3301 33rd Avenue Ext N, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
Over 100 Volunteers Needed!
We are in need of many volunteers for this great community event. Here are some of the days/times/duties that need to be filled at this time:
Dec. 22: 3 trucks to pick up paper products at Greek Church
Dec. 24: 7 people to cook meal items
Dec. 25: 45 people to make to go plates (9 AM - noon)
10 people to cook (9 AM - noon)
10 people to prepare to-go meals (noon - 3 PM)
20 people to serve dine-in meals (noon - 3 PM)
5 people to serve desserts (9 AM - noon)
5 people to assist with clean up (2:30 PM - 5 PM)
If you wish to volunteer in any capacity for this event, contact the church office (843.651.5099).
Dessert donations will also be appreciated and may be brought to the Family Life Center on December 24 (by 3:30 PM) or 25 (by noon).
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| Stocking Stuffers from Belin Memorial |
Window Decals and Long-sleeved T-shirts
. . . Great Stocking Stuffers!
Purchase in the Family Life Center -
Window decals: $2
Long-sleeved t-shirts: $20
All proceeds support the Outreach fund at Belin Memorial, helping people with critical needs here in our community.
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We are in need of a few Sunday greeters for one service on Christmas Eve morning at 10:30 AM (December 24) and for two services on New Year's Eve morning at 8:45 AM and 11 AM (December 31). Please contact Peg Otterberg if you can help out!
The new schedule of Sunday greeters for January - June of 2018 has been created, and we are still in need of new volunteers. Please contact Peg Otterberg if you would like to be added to our team of Sunday greeters as a regular greeter or as a substitute.
Contact Peg Otterberg (843.685.5033 or [email protected])
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| Christmas Dinner and Children's Pageant |
"Joy Story"
Children's Christmas Pageant
Wednesday, December 13
6 PM, Family Life Center
The Gathering Christmas Dinner will be served beginning at 5 PM on the night of the pageant. Reservations for dinner must be made by Monday, December 11 at 12 noon. If you choose to attend the pageant only, please come and find a seat by 5:50 PM. Dinner reservations may be made online at this time or by contacting Brandy Street ([email protected] or 843.357.5180). Menu: fried chicken, green beans, macaroni & cheese, roll, dessert, and beverage. Cost is $8 adult; $4 ages 3-11; no charge under 3 years.
Volunteers are needed to assist with the dinner. If you might lend a hand, please contact Brandy Streett (contact information above).
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 The Nurture Team at Belin Memorial is in need of prayer shawls. They can be knit or crocheted and will be given to members of our congregation who are ill or home-bound. Contact Carolyn Jackson if you have any questions or are in need of yarn (843.215.6760).
Prayer shawls may be dropped off in the Family Life Center lobby during office hours.
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| Click below for this week's Youth E-News from Belin Memorial! |
Click HERE
for this week's Youth Group news including . . .
- Youth Group Meeting
- Giving Thanks at Prayer Breakfast
- Summer Mission Trip Dates
- Help at Community Lunch
For all the details about Youth Group, sign up for the weekly Youth E-News by contacting Austin Bond at [email protected]. You can also follow @BelinYouth on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2017
THE SANCTUARY
8:45 AM, 11 AM
"Let There Be Christmas"
Belin Chancel Choir and Orchestra
- led by Jim Sellers -
THE HARBOR
Modern Worship
8:45 AM, 11 AM
"The Foundation of Gift Giving is Reciprocity"
Isaiah 2:1-5; Luke 1:26-38 (NIV)
- Walter Cantwell -
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- Save the date for "A People Called Methodist" on Sunday, January 14, 3:30 PM - 5 PM. This will include a birthday celebration in memory of our benefactor, the Rev. James L. Belin, with special guest speakers (light refreshments will be served).
- Finance Update: the balance on our land acquisition note is now at $1,450,000.
- Pray for healing and peace for our Belin Memorial family members in need.
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| Honorariums and Memorials |
Click HERE for the monthly Honorariums and Memorials from Belin Memorial.
Memorial or Honorarium gifts are a meaningful way to remember or honor a loved one while helping the mission and ministries of Belin Memorial continue to impact the world.
Gifts may be given . . .
- in loving memory of a family member or friend
- in honor of a special person (or group) that has touched your life in a significant way
- in recognition of an event or occasion that has special meaning in your life or the life of the church
Memorials and Honorariums can be made online or mailed to the church office: Belin UMC, PO Box 528, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. Please indicate in whose memory or honor you are sending your gift so that it can be listed correctly in the Inlet View E-News. Your donations are tax deductible.
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| Announcements & Dates to Remember |
- December 9, 11:30 AM - 1 PM: UMW Christmas Luncheon (offsite)
- December 13, 8:30 AM: Rollie Hanna Breakfast
- December 13, 11 AM: Bereavement Support Group
- December 13, 5 PM - 6:15 PM: Gathering Christmas Dinner
- December 13, 6 PM: "Joy Story" Children's Christmas Pageant
- December 15, 4 PM: Belin Creative Learning Center Christmas Program
- December 16, 5:30 PM: 55+ Singles Christmas Outing (offsite)
- December 22, 25, 26: CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS
- December 22: Belin Creative Learning Center Open 8 AM - 4 PM
- December 27, 11:30 AM - 1 PM: Community Lunch (Shepherd of the Sea)
- December 29: Family Life Center Closed
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