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For Friday, August 25, 2017
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 WFPC Officers' Column
I am sitting here on the couch in the narthex looking around and noticing the photos
(taken by our talented Faith in Focus group)
that are hanging on the walls. Each of these photos has a beautiful Bible verse and tells a story.
As I look at the photos, I see a gift from God, a blessing that I should treasure. As I focus on each photo my mind drifts; I slow down; I think about what it was like to be there at the moment the photo was taken, what life is like for the people who live there, the greatness of God to create something so beautiful.
We need to take opportunities to slow down, really see what Lord has given us, and let our minds drift and be at peace, if only for a moment.
Thank you to the wonderful people who provided these special gifts given to us through these photos.
Please take time to look at these photos that hang in the narthex, in the CLC upstairs hallway, and in the stairway of the CLC.
Louis Engel
Elder - IT and Communications
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Exploration Sunday: August 27
Come and explore all the different ministries at WFPC! You'll get the chance to wander through displays highlighting all areas of church life, and then we will host our very first Ministry Speed Dating Game! Areas represented will include:
adult discipleship
women's and men's bible studies
Sunday school
children's ministry
youth ministry
mission and outreach
facilities
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JOY Group Begins Again
The JOY Group will meet Friday, September 8. We will gather in the CLC at 6:15 and enjoy our potluck dinner at 6:30. Please contact Ann and Emory Butcher at
butcho7@me.com or 919-435-7170 with your RSVP and covered dish offering. Following dinner, our program will be "Ascension Island: From Napoleon to the Space Age."
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Wednesday Nights Together at WFPC
If you've missed the wonderful food and fellowship that we share together on Wednesday evenings here at Wake Forest Presbyterian, be sure to mark your calendar! We will resume Wednesday Nights Together on September 13. Following an amazing dinner at 5:30 by our amazing kitchen crew (led by Mandy Duguid), we have something to offer everyone in the family. Be on the lookout for more details - and a menu - to follow!
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Holding Sabbath Sacred in a RIGHT NOW World
A class for parents of all ages to regain the Holy time of Sabbath with family...
Does each day begin and end with the rush of one more thing to do? Does the laundry list of activities, obligations, and "must-dos" consume too much of your existence? Our world moves at lightning speed, and our families are more and more taxed on time. So, what do we do to create a culture of Sabbath and holy rest within our family time?
Keeping the Sabbath is a spiritual practice that dwells deeply in the souls and hearts of God's people. Yet, unlike with many commandments, following this one sets us against or outside the prevailing culture. Come join us as we talk about the spiritual and practical ways to keep Sabbath as disciples continuing in our faithful walk with our families and God.
This class is open for any adult - come learn with us!
The class begins Wednesday, September 13, with our first Wednesday Nights Together, and will continue through the year. The class will build slightly from week to week, but there are no books to purchase and no mandated attendance, so please come anytime, even if you miss a week or two in between!!
6:30-7:30 PM, Wednesdays, CLC, Room B104
Katherine Peiper (katherinepeiper@wakeforestpres.org) and
John Fawcett (johnfawcett@wakeforestpres.org)
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Mission and Service
Save the Date!
The Mission and Outreach Golf Outing is scheduled for Saturday, October 7. More details to follow!
CROP Hunger Walk
WATER: FUEL FOR WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP: Lobuin Lokadio Lokol, age 43 and mother of seven children, lives in the Turkana region of Kenya. The women in her village walk about 7 ½ miles round trip to collect water, carrying five-gallon containers on their heads for their families, their animals, and the men in the fields. Lobuin lobbied for equal representation of women on the water management committee in her village. She argued that because the program was aimed at alleviating the suffering of women and children, women should have equal representation on the committee. She won!
CROP Walk: Fighting more than hunger. September 24. BE THERE!
Northeast Community Coalition
The Northeast Community Coalition is sponsoring a food bagging event at Hope House (334 North Allen Road, Wake Forest) tomorrow, Saturday, August 26. They are sponsoring this with Zaxby's Wake Forest, as well as the Food Bank in Raleigh. This will do much to support a disadvantaged area of our town. Please contact Tilde Caulde of the Northeast Coalition if you can help out!
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Body & Soul Ministry
Living with Grace, Dying with Dignity
(Making and Sharing End-of-Life Decisions)
Ever think about what will really matter to you and your loved ones as the end of life approaches? Have you considered how to communicate what's important, not just through written documents, but through open and caring conversations? The Body and Soul Ministry team cordially invites everyone to participate in a ten-week end-of-life planning class beginning Wednesday, September 13, after dinner. These one-hour classes will feature presenters who are both WFPC members and external subject matter experts. The goal is to provide information that is both practical and to the point, while offering a forum for fellowship and discussion. The class topic schedule, location and attendance sign-up sheet to determine how many packets we'll need to prepare can be found at our table on Exploration Sunday, August 27, at 9:00 AM in the CLC. We look forward to beginning these conversations with you in an effort to make end-of-life planning discussions easier for everyone.
Caregiver Resources
- Dementia Education Programming Series - Thursday, September 21, 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St, Wake Forest. 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 10:25-37 (The One Who Had Compassion). 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.
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BE HERE THIS SUNDAY!!! August 27, 9 am - EXPLORATION DAY! (formerly known as Rally Day) This will be an opportunity to learn about all WFPC, and all things Children's Ministry! There will be information about all the coming year's programs for children, youth and adults, great breakfast nibbles, and plenty of information on anything you need to know for the coming ministry year! Plan to be here to register, learn, grow alongside us! Our children's leadership team will be available to offer lots of info and answer any questions you have!!
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Sunday, Sept. 10- PROMOTION SUNDAY: This will be our fall kick off morning! Our worship schedule returns to normal this week, and ALL are invited during the Sunday school hour (10 am) to gather in the CLC for breakfast and introductions of new teachers/classes for the fall! Children will meet their teachers and move to the modulars for some meet and greet time, and adults will have a chance to hear about the adult Sunday school offerings for the Fall!
~Katherine Peiper, Director of Children, Families and Youth Ministries |
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Youth News
Exploration Sunday: Join us this Sunday for Exploration Sunday (formerly known as Rally Day)!! Get a sneak peak at all youth activities as well as all other ministries at WFPC! It is sure to be a fun-filled morning! You won't want to miss it!
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THE YOUTH KICK-OFF AND POTLUCK DINNER will be on September 10 at 5:30 PM. Be on the lookout for more details in the coming weeks, but for now, MARK YOUR CALENDARS! This is a fun event for families of all 6th through 12th graders. We are looking forward to a great year!
~Janet Briley, Assistant Director of Youth Ministries | youth@wakeforestpres.org
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| August 27 Scripture, Sermon and Music
Sunday, August 27, our Scripture comes from John 15:1-17. John Fawcett will share his sermon, "The True Vine."
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 (July)
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$506,457.00
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Year-to-date Actual (July)
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$500,131.62
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Year-to-date
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$6,325.38
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August Budget
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$72,351.00 |
| August Tithes and Offerings (thru 8/20/17) |
$51,151.96 |
| August 20, 2017 |
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| Tithes and Offerings |
$16,442.00 |
| Designated Gifts |
$1,053.50 |
| Debt Elimination Gifts |
$1,130.00 |
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Sunday School Attendance
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64
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| 10:15 Attendance |
286 |
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Debt Elimination Monthly Budget
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$8,000.00
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| Debt Elimination Received (thru 8/20/17) |
$2,291.50 |
...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
Saturday, August 26
7:00 AM | CLC Youth Room | Iron Sharpens Iron
Sunday, August 27
9:00 AM |
CLC | Discipleship Hour - Exploration Sunday!!
10:15 AM |
Sanctuary | Worship Service
Monday, August 28
6:00 PM |
CLC | FaithFit
7:00 PM | Campus Wide | Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts
6:30 PM |
CLC
| Praise Team Rehearsal
Wednesday, August 30
6:30 PM |
CLC B017
| Iron Sharpens Iron
6:30 PM | Music Room | Hand Bells
7:00 PM | Sanctuary | Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, August 31
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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