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For Friday, July 21, 2017
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 WFPC Officers' Column
Quietly, slowly breathe and remember who made us.
Sunday we were gifted to host a pastor, a farmer, a child of God who put some of us to work and gave all of us seeds to nurture as we find ways to live as God's people.
Many voices from numerous perspectives attempt to advise us of paths to follow so we will master living our lives as children of God. Often I am wary and troubled by their certitude. I continue to listen, sit, walk, and serve in my journey with the hope of becoming a child of God who reflects light. Life gives us opportunities and roadblocks, so discouragement invades me. I personally doubt that we can master living as Christians; however, we can watch for and follow the path we are given by our Creator.
In trusting that God holds my life, I stand with the faithful throughout our broken world.
May we carry this prayer:
Grant us Lord, to live lives that inspire others to love and follow Jesus. Amen.
(prayer borrowed from "Were I the Perfect Child of God" John Bell)
Carolyn Joy Wiles
Elder for Discipleship
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Keep 'em Coming
A search of the internet will yield dozens of articles designed to help churches understand the importance of how they treat visitors, especially from the standpoint of wanting those visitors to return and perhaps eventually become members.
WFPC does a good job with this. Yet, few things "hurt" more than being told by a visitor that they did not return because no one spoke to them or that the church did not feel friendly and open to newcomers. That's not the way we see WFPC, yet somehow a visitor sometimes sees that. We need always to be keenly aware that what we do can affect how a visitor views us, if not in an effort to keep'em coming then for the sake of how we represent Christ.
Most of the articles that one will find on the internet about visitor come-back try to make their points by defining the errors of our ways -- where not to hit the ball, so to speak. However, a few articles are positive, practical and authentic about making the most of visitor hospitality opportunities, especially on Sunday mornings.
Check this one out, and put it to work this coming Sunday: https://www.breezechms.com/blog/3-ways-to-keep-your-church-visitors-coming-back/
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Calling All Men
In a world that can be a little crazy sometimes, I'd like to invite you to a place that's solid ground. Every Wednesday evening WFPC men get together for mutual support, encouragement, Bible study, and prayer. We meet in the CLC at 7:00, in the room next to the kitchen. We've discovered we're good for each other, and we think you would be good for us too. Contact Derek Maul -
derekmaul@gmail.com. (There's also a group that meets Saturday morning in the Youth Room at 7:00)
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Are You Ready?
Coming to you soon will be the start of our 2017/2018 Eighth Grade Confirmation Class. The Confirmation team is busy preparing and filled with excitement as we plan. This class runs from September to May and will be starting on Promotion Sunday, September 10, at 10:00 AM.
If you have an 8th grader, please contact Mary Beichner at 919-848-0596 or marybeichner@me.com to enroll your youth in our class. There will be a parent meeting to discuss the scope of this class. The meeting dates are Monday, August 21, OR Tuesday, August 22, at 7:00 PM. We will be meeting in the youth room. Both meetings are the same and are intended for parents only. When you pick the one that best fits your schedule, contact Mary to let her know. THANKS A BUNCH!
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WOW This Fall
Join the Women of the Word (WOW) beginning September 12. This fall we will be studying Lysa TerKeurst's, "Finding I Am (How Jesus Fully Satisfies the Cry of Your Heart)." This will be a 6-session in-depth study exploring the seven I AM statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. We will gain a better understanding of how Jesus' words 2,000 years ago are so very applicable to the answers we are searching for today. WOW is a diverse group of women who welcome back those who have stepped aside for a while as well as new faces. We pray together and encourage each other. We support Family Promise by providing toiletries and preparing and serving dinner. We also serve dinner and provide clothing and personal items twice a year to Feeding the Hungry in downtown Raleigh. Come join us the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in B103. Any questions, contact Mary Beichner at
marybeichner@me.com or Sandie Buda at
sandiebuda@nc.rr.com. Study books available on Exploration Sunday.
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Golf Carts Needed - July 25
We're expecting many guests to attend the upcoming New Hope Presbytery meeting at WFPC, and as you're well aware, it's a long walk from the grassy parking area to the CLC. Because of this, we're hoping to help those who may have difficulty making the walk by providing a ride. If you have a golf cart you're willing to loan, please let Robin Roper know (
rgroper@gmail.com). Larry Roper will pick up your cart and transport it on a trailer to the church and then return it afterward. Thank you.
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S.A.L.T. (Serving And Learning Together)
SALT is a new coed group at Wake Forest Presbyterian Church. We'll get together the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. We will use different materials to explore a myriad of issues and themes, including social justice, and dive into Bible study inspired by discussions within the group. Our first book for discussion will be "
Red Letter Revolution (What if Jesus Really Meant What He Said?)" by Shane Claiborne and Tony Campolo. Contact Sharon Lineberry (
sharonline@nc.rr.com) or Renee Engel (
reneeengel@me.com) for more information.
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July Chick Flicks
Please join us at Chick Flicks for fellowship, fun, and a great movie on the third Friday of each month. We will meet tonight to watch "
The Shack." We will gather between 6:30 and 7:00 and start the movie around 7:15 at the home of Diane Terrell. Please bring an appetizer and beverage of your choice. RSVP to Trish Floyd (
pjfloyd90@gmail.com) or Diane Terrell (
dianegterrell@gmail.com).
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Mission and Service
Tri-Area Ministry
The initiative to donate produce to Tri-Area Ministry is up and running. One of TAM's priorities for 2017 is to increase the nutritional content of the food they hand out. The produce can come either from community gardens or individuals. Please put produce in paper or plastic bags. They can be delivered to TAM (149 E Holding St) either before 9 AM on Mondays and Wednesdays, or on Tuesdays from 11 AM to noon.
How can you help this ministry? First of all, consider donating a car to Wheels4Hope (even if they can't use it, they will sell it) and get a charitable contribution credit. Second, you can volunteer your time and talents in varying capacities within the Wheels4Hope organization. Finally, you can help by offering financial support. For more information, or to join the WFPC Wheels4Hope team, contact Kevin Sharpe at
ksharpessi@yahoo.com.
Second Adult Mission Opportunity
Due to the continued need for Hurricane Matthew relief in Eastern NC, the session has approved a second adult mission trip, and it will be Sunday, October 22, through Friday/Saturday, October 27/28 in Kinston, NC. If you are interested, and the spring is not an ideal time for you, this is your chance! Please contact Judy Finch Ide at
jfinchide@hotmail.com to advise of your interest.
Fifth Sunday Offering
Next Sunday, July 30, is the fifth Sunday of the month. All loose currency/coins will go toward our Christmas Angel program this year. If you'd like to write a check instead, simply mark it "Christmas Angel" on the memo line and place it in the offering plate.
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Body & Soul Ministry
Caregiver Resources
- Dementia Education Programming Series - Thursday, August 17; and Thursday, September 21, 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St, Wake Forest. You may attend one or both sessions; registration is required. Click here to register, or call 919-435-9458
- Information on Being a Caregiver - Click here for access to articles, a newsletter, and other resources for caregivers, regardless of the diagnosis of the person for whom you are caring.
- OK Now What? A Caregiver's Guide to What Matters written by Sue Collins, RN, and Nancy Taylor Robson. The book deals with focusing on what really matters "while taking care of the business of living at the end of life." For further description, click here. Available through AARP and on Amazon.
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His Kids News
THIS WEEK IN HIS KIDS WORSHIP, our children are exploring Luke 7:11-17 (Compassion that Heals). Next week, they'll be looking at John 5:1-9 (Jesus Heals on the Sabbath). All children ages 4 through 5th grade are invited out to Holywood (Mod Red, Room 1) after our Time With the Youngest Disciples for their own service.
~Katherine Peiper, Director of Children, Families and Youth Ministries |
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Youth News
CONGRATULATIONS!
Each year, the New Hope Presbytery Youth Council accepts youth through an application process. This year, the council is made up of youth from 15 churches in our presbytery. Six of our very own WFPC youth were chosen to be a part of this group! They will attend meetings/planning sessions throughout the year and will then lead the Middle School Youth Retreat at Camp Don Lee, as well as the High School Retreat at Camp Willow Run. This is a great opportunity for them and a huge honor! Please say "Congratulations" to Haley Viall, Maddie Briley, Reghan Flores, Kathryn Poulsen, Hannah Briley, and Lindsey Hays when you see them! Haley and Maddie are also serving as Youth Leaders for this group this year.
~Janet Briley, Assistant Director of Youth Ministries | youth@wakeforestpres.org
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| July 23 Scripture, Sermon and Music
Sunday, July 23, our Scripture comes from Psalm 139:1-18, 23-34. Four members of our Cuba mission team -- Sharon Kucyk, Katie Kirby, Josh Tinker, and Christian Slayton -- will share their narratives on their experiences.
Click here
to check out our Music Ministry's selections.
Summer Worship Schedule ~ July 2 through September 3
9:00 Intergenerational Discipleship Hour in the CLC
10:15 Worship in the sanctuary
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2017 Annual Budget
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$883,212.00
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Year-to-date Budgeted (June)
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$434,106.00
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Year-to-date Actual (June)
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$430,308.83
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Year-to-date
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$3,797.17
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July Budget
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$72,351.00 |
| July Tithes and Offerings (thru 7/16/17) |
$46,106.29 |
| July 16, 2017 |
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| Tithes and Offerings |
$17,116.10 |
| Designated Gifts |
$945.00 |
| Debt Elimination Gifts |
$743.50 |
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Sunday School Attendance
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79
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| 10:15 Attendance |
263 |
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Debt Elimination Monthly Budget
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$8,000.00
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| Debt Elimination Received (thru 7/16/17) |
$2,190.50 |
...all shall give as they are able, according to the blessing of the LORD your God that he has given you.
Deuteronomy 16:17
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WFPC Calendar Highlights
Sunday, July 23
9:00 AM |
CLC | Discipleship Hour
10:15 AM |
Sanctuary | Worship Service
Monday, July 24
6:00 PM |
CLC | FaithFit
8:00 AM |
Campus Wide | New Hope Presbytery Meeting
6:30 PM |
CLC | Praise Team Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 26
6:30 PM |
CLC B017
| Iron Sharpens Iron
6:30 PM | Music Room | Hand Bells
7:00 PM | CLC B103 | Summer Sundays Team Meeting
Thursday, July 27
5:30 PM | CLC | FaithFit
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Wake Forest Presbyterian Church
12605 Capital Blvd
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-556-7777
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