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Welcome to The Bridge, a weekly update of the Rappahannock River District of the United Methodist Church
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Ministry Partnership: Together in
Disciple Making (part 2)
"Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labor."
Ecclesiastes 4:9
Hi Friends,
I’m pleased to share that the RRD and Discipleship Ministries are a step closer to the Covenant part of our next steps! In order to make the Partnership Covenant document an agreement of value to all of us we need your feedback. As your leaders discuss the Bishop’s goal of creating a Step by Step Disciple making Plan, what tools, help, and resources does your congregation need?
This is Not an rhetorical question, so the RRD leadership would love to have reply emails on this question. It would be great if you could reply using
RRDistrict@vaumc.org
no later than Monday, August 13
th
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We’d also like to know if these partnership goals would work for your church:
1)
Help creating a Step by Step Disciple making process (as requested by Bishop Lewis);
2)
Resources, tools, and training to reach more folks in your community, particularly more young people;
3)
Tools to increase your EVC metrics like worship attendance, community outreach, and tools to lead people into deeper relationships with Jesus Christ;
After we hear from you, we’ll send a list of the disciple making resources and tools we need to the Discipleship Ministries staff. Until then, please plan to attend the
Intentional Disciple Fair on September 29, 2018 at Trinity King George UMC
and the
Lay Servant Ministry Training
on
October 5-6 at Regester Chapel UMC (Stafford).
Rev. Jeff Campbell will lead an Advanced Lay Servant class on Intentional Discipleship Making.
Some of us met Rev. Campbell, the Executive Director of Conference Relationships and Discipleship Ministries on March 24
th
when he led our first district wide introduction to Intentional Disciple making and the “See All the People” resources. Please note that Registration for the Lay Servant Ministry Training is required (see below).
Remember, please drop us a note today about what tools, help, and resources you need!
Pastor Ted
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Lay Servant Training Offered
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The Rappahannock River District is pleased to announce our Lay Servant Ministry Training for October. Join us October 5 - 6, 2018 at Regester Chapel UMC in Stafford, VA.
Classes include:
Basic
Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts
Intentional Discipleship Making
Leading Worship
Please click button to register. Classes are Friday evening from 6:30pm - 10:00pm and Saturday from 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Questions?
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The 2019 Apportionments were sent out on this week via email to church treasurers and pastors. Please check your email and if you didn't get it, let Lynn know at
rrdistrict@vaumc.org
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IMPORTANT:
2019 Apportionments Sent Out
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Are your Middle Schoolers looking for something to do at the end of summer break? Are you looking for something for them to be involved in that is fun and helps others?
The Heartwood Center is holding a Youth Service Day Camp August 13-17. The day begins at 1pm and ends at 8pm. Each day we will do a service project in the community. We do team building activities on the low ropes course and have evening activities where we learn, eat and have fun.
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The UMW Mission Outreach Program featuring Peg Arnold scheduled for September 11, 2018 at Kilmarnock UMC has been cancelled because of Ms. Arnold's recent serious skiing accident.
Please remember her in your prayers.
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"
THE WAY FORWARD
"
To:
United Methodist Women
An opportunity for conversation
sponsored by the
Richmond District United Methodist Women
and
Rappahannock River District United Methodist Women
When:
August 11, 2018
Where:
Wright’s Chapel United Methodist Church
8063 Ladysmith Road, Ladysmith, VA 22501
Leaders:
Karen McElfish, VA Conf. UMW Vice President
Scotty Doyle, Richmond Dist. UMW President
J.M. Gallier, Rappahannock River Dist. UMW Pres.
Registration:
9:30 - 10:00 AM
Program:
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
(
11:45 – 12:30) Brown Bag Lunch
(beverages and dessert provided)
Preregistration requested by July 28, 2018
to facilitate planning and preparation.
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FACE TO FACE – an encounter with the Risen Christ
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FACE TO FACE – an encounter with the Risen Christ –
is an experience in the tradition of the Walk to Emmaus designed for persons 60 and older. Open to Christians of all denominations who want to strengthen their spiritual lives,
FACE TO FACE
allows the opportunity to rediscover Christ’s presence, gain understanding of God’s grace, and form friendships that foster faith and spiritual maturity.
The Fredericksburg Emmaus community is having its first
FACE TO FACE
Encounter in August at Fredericksburg United Methodist Church. The Encounter will be August 14, 16, 21, and 23, all Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9am to 3:30pm. Lunch is provided. The cost for this amazing experience is $25.00. Yes, $25.00!
FACE TO FACE
is an experience for both men and women.
FACE TO FACE
information is displayed on the Upper Room Website. Prayerfully consider who among your congregation would benefit from an Encounter. August will be here soon, so don’t delay. If you have questions, contact Kitti Mann,
kittimann5@gmail.com
or John Mann,
slowjet@live.com
or call, 540-891-1671. We will be glad to send registration forms and brochures to you.
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Part-time Organist/Pianist wanted for
Tappahannock Memorial United Methodist Church
, Tappahannock, VA. This person will be responsible for providing music for two Sunday worship services, choir rehearsals and special worship services of the church. Salary negotiable. For more information, please contact the church office at
tappmethodist@gmail.com
or 804-443-2278.
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Mark your calendars for
Saturday, September 8
at 10:00. The District Superintendent Ted Smith will be serving as the Grand Marshal for the Edwardsville Day Parade. Join us at Galilee UMC located at 747 Hull Neck Road in Edwardsville for a wonderful day!
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Camper Open Golf Tournament
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Westview on the James invites you to be a part of our Camper Open Golf Tournament! The tournament will take place October 29, 2018 at Stonehenge Country Club in Midlothian, Virginia. By participating in this event you will be helping to send underprivileged kids to camp who otherwise would not be able to attend. We have several options for those who would like to participate, whether it be attending the tournament and playing on a team or whether you would like to become a sponsor to help us reach our goals.
If you would like to register and become a part of a team for $100 or create a team for $400 please
click here
! We know not everyone can be available to participate on a team but if you would still like to
become a sponsor
we would love to have your participation.
Thank you for all your participation and we look forward to seeing you on the green!
The Westview Staff
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The Heartwood Center summer food distribution is underway. Caroline County site at Bowling Green UMC served 45 children. Fauquier County site at Mary Walter ES served 89 children. The Stafford County site at Howell (formerly England Run) Library begins Saturday June 23rd at 2pm.
Volunteers are welcome to come:
- unload food bins,
- set up,
- help families with selections,
- carry bags to cars.
For more information or to volunteer click
here
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The Heartwood Center Youth Mission Day Camp will be held July 16-20 and August 13-17. 1pm-8pm. If you would like to volunteer for a day, provide an evening meal or snacks and beverages, click
here
.
We are also collecting the following items for care bags for people who are without a permanent residence:
Baby wipes, lip balm, lotion, sunscreen, apple sauce and pudding cups, trail mix, beef jerky, travel coffee mugs, gift cards, socks, band aids, mini sewing kit, Q tips, nail clippers, dental floss. These bags will be assembled during the Youth Mission Camp.
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Upcoming Events & Meetings:
August 6 - 24 DS preaching/teaching in Africa
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District Superintendent:
Rev. Dr. Theodore Smith
2018 District Co-Lay Leader:
2018 District Co-Lay Lay Leader:
Mailing Address: PO BOX 100, Ladysmith, VA 22501 Phone 804.448.8326 FAX 804.448.8328 Cell: 804.304.8566
Office Location: Inside Wright’s Chapel UMC at 8063 Ladysmith Road, Ruther Glen, VA (do not use for mail)
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