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from the desk of Walter Cantwell
 "It's just not fair."
I could hear the passion in one of our member's voice as she lamented what had taken place over the past two months. On a fateful day in April, she met a couple in need at the mall, and God would not let her walk by without speaking with them. A simple question has blossomed into a friendship where she has sought to be family for a couple without any family.
She learned the husband is a veteran, who moved to Myrtle Beach with the dream of starting a new life. But a couple of bad breaks led them to a place they never expected to experience. They are homeless.
In her mind, she was certain that they had not gone to the right place or asked the correct questions. A sense of determination set in as she strived to connect this couple with the appropriate agency. Not long into her journey, the reality set-in, and reality looked a lot different than she had expected. Instead of finding help, she found despair in an overlooked community.
Reasons why assistance wasn't available met them at every place. And when they finally found a place willing to assist, the first open appointment was in late June.
One day she ate with this couple at a local soup kitchen. Over lunch, she learned their story is the story of so many in our backyard. They are not an outlier.
Like many other people, this couple recently found work since businesses are coming alive with summer activity. It will take several paychecks to save for a deposit on a rental. What do we do in the in-between for this couple?
Leaving the hotel room provided for them by a Good Samaritan, the couple was prepared to sleep in the woods. All they wanted was not to be arrested.
Because of your generosity, Belin Memorial has a Pastor's Discretionary fund. We were able to work out a very favorable rate with one of the local hotels in the area so that this couple would have a place to sleep over the next week. A couple of days have been bought as they move toward their future in securing the next place on their journey.
As my conversation was wrapping up with this church member, she expressed that she was not done fighting for this couple. Veterans deserve better services and care. As we prepare to celebrate Memorial Day, our member will be contacting our United States Senator and other governmental agencies. With a continued sense of determination, she will be the voice for the voiceless.
I am proud to call Belin Memorial my church home because it is filled with passionate people willing to love as Jesus loved. Don't pass up an opportunity to forge a friendship. It might just change your life and give them hope at the same time.
Keep being a Good Samaritan, church!
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Saturday June 1,
3 PM
Ladies of the church
are invited to a tea honoring Betsy Alexander in the Family Life Center. Please bring your own tea cup and respond by Friday, May 24, to the church office if you plan to attend.
Sunday June 9,
10 AM
There will be a special campus-wide celebration in the Field of Dreams under the big tent. At this combined 10 AM service we will honor the Reverend Dr. Alexander's 14 years at Belin Memorial and 43 years in ministry.
All are invited to stay for the free BBQ lunch following the service.
There will be no children's or adult Sunday school classes and no Children's Church that morning!! The nursery will be available in the children's building.
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 Belin Chancel Choir at Carnegie Hall
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 Start Spreading the News!
This weekend, 45 Belin Chancel Choir members, along with family and friends, will travel to New York City to sing in a special Memorial Day Sunday concert at Carnegie Hall. These singers will join with hundreds more singers from across the country and Canada to present "Immortal, Invisible: The Music of Pepper Choplin and Mary McDonald." As part of the concert, the choir will present the world premier of McDonald's lastest composition, "This Is the Dream," inspired by Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech. The choir is excited and honored to be a part of this performance.
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Blessing of the Inlet
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2020 Blessing of the Inlet T-Shirt Design
Would you like to create and submit a design for next year's Blessing of the Inlet t-shirt? You do not have to be an artist to make a contribution! We have a graphic artist who will help create the final design. The theme for 2020 is "Living in love and unity with one another" based off of Psalm 133:1 which says "How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity."
Please submit to
[email protected]
by September 30, 2019. The Blessing t-shirt committee will review all ideas and select one for next year's t-shirt.
Design should reflect upon the theme and scripture for the Blessing of the Inlet 2020. It should also include in the design the words "The Blessing of the Inlet," 24th Annual, scripture verse and the church name: Belin Memorial United Methodist Church. Limit to 4 colors or less. Samples of previous t-shirts can be seen on the Blessing of the Inlet website. Be creative! Let's hear from you !!
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Pat and Charlie Nash's House
We will play games, grill hot dogs and kayak, so don't forget your life jacket.
Congratulations to all of our graduates!
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Ms. Pauline
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 All church members are invited to attend a birthday reception to honor Ms.
Pauline Cavelry
on Sunday, June 2, from 2 PM - 4 PM in the Family Life Center. Now turning 96, when Ms.
Pauline
started at Belin Memorial there were 99 members! Gifts are optional and it is a drop in event. Please RSVP with Cheryl Lowe at 843.315.9631.
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Belin 55+ Singles
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Upcoming 55+ Singles Event
On Sunday, May 26, from 4 PM - 6 PM we will go b
owling at Surfside Bowling Alley
. For more information, contact John Bianchi at 843.333.8092.
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Summer Camp Registration
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 Summer Basketball Camp
Monday, June 10 - Friday, June 14, 2019
9 AM - 12 noon
Family Life Center
Register online by clicking
HERE.
Children, ages 5 - 12, are invited to register for summer basketball camp at Belin Memorial. Register by May 31. $65 fee includes t-shirt, snack, instructional time, and Bible verse of the day. For any additional questions feel free to contact
Brandy Streett, 843.385.1676.
 Theater Camp
Monday, July 8 - Friday, July 12, 2019
(Friday will be combined class with performance)
Ages 5 - 8, 9 AM - 12 noon
Ages 9 - 12, 1 PM - 4 PM
Register online by clicking
HERE.
Children, ages 5 - 12, are invited to register for summer theater camp at Belin Memorial, directed by Linelle Yates, dance instructor, musical theater and acting teacher at Litchfield Dance Arts Academy, Pawleys Island, SC. $80 fee is due when registering. For any additional questions feel free to contact
Brandy Streett, 843.385.1676.
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WinShape Camp
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Winshape Camp is looking for volunteers. This program is a faith-based, fun-filled week for children which is coming to the South Strand area for the 6th consecutive year. The camp was established to provide an experience that would enable campers to sharpen their character, deepen their Christian faith and grow in their relationship with others.
The camp will be Monday June 17 - Friday 21 at St. James High School. We are expecting 400 campers to be in attendance, and WE NEED YOU! Become a part of this life changing experience. We are looking for volunteers that are willing to work either half days or full days. If you can only volunteer 1 or 2 days during the week, that is no problem. Visit the link listed below to learn more.
How to Volunteer
2. Click:
Register - complete requested information
3. Select State:
South Carolina
4. Select Session:
Murrells Inlet
5. Complete all personal information requested
6. Choose day or days you are available to volunteer
7. Select volunteer opportunity of your choice
8. Click:
Save Volunteer Information
Thank you in advance for your help in making this 2019 Winshape Camp the best one yet! We look forward to seeing you this summer.
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Support Groups
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The
Waccamaw Caregivers Support Group will be meeting on Wednesday, May 29 at 1 PM in the Family Life Center. The purpose of this program is to assist caregivers by educating them about available services in their community, helping them to gain access to needed services and supporting them throughout the care giving experience.
The
Alzheimer's Support Group
meetings will resume on Wednesday, June 12 at 10 AM in the Family Life Center on its regular schedule (second and fourth Wednesdays monthly). There is no cost to attend.
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Sweet Grass Basket Classes
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Sweet Grass Basket Classes
Two New Four-Week Classes Offered in June
Learn how to make our local, treasured sweet grass baskets.
Tuesdays, 9 AM - 12 PM, begins June 4
Wednesdays, 5 PM - 8 PM, begins June 5
Class size is limited, so sign up soon by contacting class instructor Gail Wright at 843.254.4268. Bring scissors and a large bag to carry your materials. A $45 non-refundable deposit plus a $50 supply fee are due prior to class start. Checks should be made payable to Gail Wright and may be dropped off in the Family Life Center drop safe.
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Worship With Us
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Congregational News
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The church office, BCLC and Family Life Center will be
closed this Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day.
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The Week Ahead
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Take a moment to look through the calendar for the upcoming week to see what's going on in the life of Belin Memorial United Methodist Church.
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