Sanctuary Renovation Update |
Earlier this year we thought it was going to be a small cosmetic repair, and we had the money in hand. We thought we’d be out of the sanctuary for four or five weeks. It just goes to show that sometimes we don’t know what we think we know!
The scope, timeline, and price tag of our project did grow significantly, but things are going great. On the exterior of the building, the windows have been stripped down to the original wood. Any rot is being replaced before they are primed, caulked, and painted. We had a number of mortar joints that were broken or missing pieces. They are in the process of grinding the old grout out and replacing it. Things on the outside are progressing according to schedule.
The interior work is coming along nicely. For several weeks the entire sanctuary was filled with scaffolding. They removed the old plaster ceiling before installing the new one. Our new ceiling is a double thickness of sheetrock that has been glued together. Careful attention has been taken to ensure that the ceiling is uniform in construction to preserve our great acoustics. The old lights above the choir has been replaced with new LED lights. The old tile ceiling in the balcony has been replaced with sheetrock. The painting crew spent last week repairing the windows where the old shutters were attached. They have sealed cracks and re-caulked them all. They look like new. They started painting the windows on Monday and hope to be painting columns by the end of the week. The main focus for the next several weeks will be painting. The new sound and production booth have been built in the balcony. It is going to be beautiful!
I continue to be amazed at your generosity and faithfulness. So many folks have made an extra gift for this project while continuing to support the regular operating budget. If you haven’t had the chance to give, it is not too late to help underwrite this work. From the beginning, it was our intention to pay for this project without incurring any debt. I am confident that we will succeed.
The project is running a couple of weeks ahead of schedule and so far we have had no problems that required additional funding. If you have been involved with many building projects, you know that this is the exception rather than the rule. Keep praying that things will stay this way!
Peace,
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WORSHIP SERVICES
SUNDAY, JULY 31
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9:00 a.m. & 11:00 am
Christian Life Center
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Rev. Teresa Edwards
"Prophet Margins:
Answer Your Phone"
MUSIC
Praise Band (9am)
Elizabeth Morgan (11am)
Dianne Adams (11am)
ONLINE WORSHIP at 11:00 AM
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THURSDAY'S MOVIE NIGHT CANCELED |
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This Thursday's Parent's Night Out/Movie Night has been canceled. For more information, contact Reese. rmccurry@vinevillemethodist.org. |
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CHANCEL CHOIR & CHILDREN'S CHOIRS RETURN |
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Chancel Choir Resumes on August 2
The Vineville UMC Chancel Choir is returning to its weekly rehearsal schedule starting next week! Our first meeting will be on Tuesday, August 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Choir Room. Choir is a wonderful way to engage in fellowship with our church family and be active in worship; it's also just fun! There are no requirements of skill or experience to join, just a heart that enjoys music. If you would need more information, please contact Cannon McClain - cmcclain@vinevillemethodist.org.
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Children's Choir Resumes on August 17
Children's Choir will return on Wednesday, August 17th. Hosanna, our preschool choir, is for children in 2K through 5K; Oasis, our elementary choir, is for children in 1st through 5th grade. We will also have a Fall Parent Kick-off Meeting in the Dining Room at 5:00 p.m. For more information on this, see the Children's newsletter or e-mail Reese. rmccurry@vinevillemethodist.org.
Choir Schedule:
5:00 p.m. Pizza Dinner in the Dining Room
5:30-6:15 p.m. Hosanna Rehearsal/Oasis activities & crafts
6:15-7:00 p.m. Oasis Rehearsal/Hosanna activities & crafts
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CHURCH RECEPTIONIST NEEDED |
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As many of you know, our Church Receptionist, Ashlee Haynie has resigned to be able to spend more time with her sweet little girl, Lumi. Ashlee has been a treasured part of our staff and will be greatly missed.
Since Ashlee is leaving, the church is now searching for a new Church Receptionist. This full-time position, with benefits, would include, but is not limited to, answering the phone and directing calls, greeting and directing those who come to the church, entering data into the Realm database, updating Realm as needed, and ordering supplies, managing the prayer list, etc. Computer and people skills are a must.
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TEACHERS:
July 31- Matthew Jerles
August 7- Rev. Teresa Edwards
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MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO GIVE BLOOD |
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Every week we have guests with us in worship. Some of them know lots of people at Vineville and some don’t know anybody, yet. Let’s make it easier to get acquainted. Let’s take the initiative by wearing our name tags. If you need a name tag, fill out the form in the lobby, and we will get a new one made for you.
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WEEKDAY WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES |
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COMMON PRAYER
IN-PERSON & ONLINE
Tuesdays at 7:45 a.m.
Prayer Center
TAIZE WORSHIP SERVICE
IN-PERSON
Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
Chapel
PRAYER BREAKFAST
Thursdays at 7:30 a.m.
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ATTENDANCE
Sunday, July 24
9:00:64
11:00: 88
Online: 363
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HOSPITAL VISITATION
JULY 29-31
Rev. Jon Brown
478.765.2732
ALTAR FLOWERS & ALTAR GUILD
Sunday, July 31
In memory of our brother, Tom Senters, our father, Ted Senters, and our mother, Ann Senters from Pam Senters Sawyer and family
Jan Capps, Lea McQueen, Eleanor Marie McDavid, Betty Meadors, Rebecca Shiver
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IN MEMORY
CHARLOTTE JORDAN
ACE First Grade Team
Cantey Ayres
Marilyn Allen
Carla & Peter Dennis
Ralph & Brantley Holt
Ann & Ken Hall
Mary Dale & Don Kea
Susan McDuffie
Lynn & Carl Schuessler
Bonnie & Mark Smith
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We have several ways to give to the church. You can mail a check to the church or click here to give online. Thank you for your generosity.
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478.745.3331
www.vinevillemethodist.com
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