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Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.
James 1:2-3
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from the desk of Walter Cantwell
On my way home from a Pastor's meeting in Columbia last week, I received a voicemail from Jeff Kuntz. He had a quick question. It is a question that is pertinent to the life of Belin Memorial, and it might just have an impact on you.
Before we pause and reflect on Jeff's question, I want to thank you for attending Transform Gatherings. Many of have you have attended one of these events to hear about the future of Belin Memorial. The overwhelming response to these presentations have been positive because we are a growing congregation. The two questions that many of you have asked: "Why haven't we done this campus expansion sooner? Are we planning big enough to meet our growing needs?" Someone even shared: "The best time to plant an oak tree was 100 years ago. The next best time is now!" Through Transform, we are stepping out in faith at this very moment so that there is a place for all people at Belin Memorial.
You do not want to miss the Town Hall Meeting next Sunday, November 18, at 4 PM. During this meeting, the Campus Site Plans will be revealed. It will be a time for you to see the initial plans from the Building Team. There will also be time for you to ask any questions you might have.
The Holidays are officially upon us. Why do I say this? Some radio stations are playing Christmas music and Thanksgiving themed meals are already happening. You will even see some Christmas trees in The Sanctuary and The Harbor with tags on them. Be an angel and select a tag from the Angel Trees this Sunday. Also mark your calendars for the annual Murrells Inlet Christmas Parade on December 2. We will be handing out goodies to those who watch the parade in front of our church.
If you are able, please consider giving blood at our next Blood Drive on Tuesday, November 20. Donating blood gives people the gift of life and provides them with a sense of hope. Offering people what they need leads me back to that conversation I had with Jeff.
Jeff serves as one of our volunteer leaders for Belin Backpack Mission. Since the spring, our mission has grown from providing 167 students with food to feeding 234 students every week. The food comes from your kind donations every week, monthly food drives at the Lowe's Foods in Murrells Inlet, and through the Belin Backpack Mission Team purchasing the remaining needed supplies. Jeff stepped out in faith and accepted the new students, which pushed our number served to 234. He didn't know if we have enough food, volunteers to shop for the extra food, transporters to carry the food, or loaders to unload the monthly donation from Lowe's Food. If you would like to volunteer, please email Jeff at [email protected]. Or you could also pick up the needed supplies the next time you go to the grocery store.
As I concluded my conversation with Jeff, he mentioned that he is worried he will have to say, "No," to the next Principal that calls telling him about students who need a little help. My hope is that we can come together so that this church will never have to say, "No," to reaching out to someone in need. If we all do our part, our love can go a long way.
Keep living the faith!
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Angel Tree tags are now available to pick up in The Sanctuary and in the Family Life Center.
If you wish to brighten a child's Christmas this year, choose an angel tree tag from one of the trees, shop for the items on the tag, and return all gifts to the Family Life Center between November 25 and December 2.
All gifts must be in by noon on Sunday, December 2!
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Children's Christmas Pageant
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Rehearsals Begin Sunday!
Kids in grades K-5 - sign up to take part in the this year's Christmas Pageant. Rehearsals begin this Sunday (bring a bag lunch for each rehearsal).
Sunday Rehearsals, 12:15 PM
November 11, 18
December 2, 9
Performance
Wednesday, December 12, 6 PM in the Family Life Center after the Gathering Fellowship Dinner.
To register children for the pageant, contact Emeline Jordan, [email protected] or 843.997.8519.
If you choose to join us for the Gathering Dinner, reserve online (click HERE) or contact Brandy Streett, [email protected] or 843.357.5180. Cost is $8 adult; $4 ages 3-11. Dinner begins at 5 PM.
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4th & 5th Grade
Sunday School Classes
Fourth and fifth grade parents, please be sure to bring your kids to Sunday school each week so they can earn Bible Bucks to buy gifts at the new Christmas store in December!
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BCLC Fall Homecoming & Silent Auction
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Friday, November 9
5 PM - 8 PM
Family Life Center
Join the kids and staff of our Belin Creative Learning Center for a great night of food, fun, artwork, auction, and drawings! All proceeds will support the learning center programs and ministry. All current and previous BCLC families, church members, and general public are invited to attend.
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Tuesday, November 20
8 AM - 1 PM
Family Life Center
The need is constant. Please consider donating blood at the next American Red Cross blood drive. Walk-ins are welcome, but those with appointments will be given priority.
Sign up at redcrossblood.org.
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Youth Basketball League Update
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Registration Still Open for Grades 7-12
- Cost $55
- Evaluations November 12
6 PM Middle School
7 PM High School
Register and pay online (click HERE) or pick up a form in the Family Life Center.
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Bar-B-Que and Fall Festival
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God wants us to be present in the moment and that's what Belin Memorial did last Saturday at the Bar-B-Que and Fall Festival. Thank you for the prayers and to ALL THE VOLUNTEERS who came out to make the Bar-B-Que a great success.
Many thanks,
Sally Smith
BBQ Volunteer Coordinator
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Several support groups meet monthly here at Belin Memorial in the Family Life Center. There is no cost to attend, and meetings are open to the public.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Wednesday, November 14, 10 AM
Bereavement Support Group
Wednesday, November 14, 11 AM
. . . for anyone grieving or facing the loss of a loved one.
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THE SANCTUARY
Traditional Worship
8:45 AM, 11 AM
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If My People Humble Themselves"
II Chronicles 7:14
Mike Alexander
THE HARBOR
Modern Worship
8:45 AM, 11 AM
"The Healing of Our Land
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II Chronicles 7:14
Walter Cantwell
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Pray for healing and peace for our Belin Memorial family members in need.
Click HERE
for Congregational News and Prayer Concerns.
Annual Charge Conference for Belin Memorial will be held on Monday, November 19, at 7 PM in The Sanctuary. All Belin Memorial members are invited to attend; however, only Church Council members are eligible to vote. Our 2019 lay leadership and church business will be presented.
For information regarding upcoming events for our Youth Ministry, please sign up for the weekly Youth E-News by contacting Austin Bond at
[email protected]
. Please also follow @BelinYouth on Instagram and Snapchat!
Stop by the Family Life Center gym for Rollie Hanna Breakfast on Wednesday, November 14, at 8:30 AM. Our devotion will be given by Gary Nuss. Enjoy good food and fellowship.
The Blessing of the Inlet Committee is seeking an organizer for the Book Nook. We would like to bring back the Book Nook for the 2019 BOI. We have a group of people willing to work, but we need an organizer to lead this effort. Please contact Debbie Maxson for details, [email protected] or 843.450.4235.
The American Cancer Society's "Road to Recovery" program provides free transportation for patients to and from cancer treatment appointments. They are seeking volunteer drivers at this time. Click HERE for more information or call 1.800.227.2345.
 The sole mission of Outreach Farm (non-profit) is to feed God's people. They partner with Belin Memorial in helping to provide food for our community lunch on Wednesdays (hosted at Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church in Garden City). They provided over 200,000 meals in 2017 to non-profit venues. Again this year they are selling festive mailbox decorations with fresh greenery, bows and ribbon as a means to raise funds for their operation. Click HERE for order information and details on delivery or pick up.
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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 - a church with heart!
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