E-Newsletter
Friday, May 26, 2006
…Grace and Peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior, Titus1:4
“So, we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?’ Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” Hebrews 13:6-8
Announcements
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THERE IS STILL TIME!
to join our summer mission team for our Great Adventure in West Virginia, July 22- 29. Senior High Youth and ALL AGES ABOVE are invited to attend our next planning event on Sunday, June 4. 5:00 pm. Join us at the home of Mike and Linda Simms, 14607 Vint Hill Road, for a picnic, planning, preparation, and discussion about our upcoming trip. Contact Mike for information relating to the trip or the planning event. 703-754-4673 or 703-887-8658. E-mail ecdm44@msn.com.
Special Thanks
The Mission Committee sends “special thanks” to Giovanni and Kathy Sansone for their donations to Serve, Fauquier Family Shelter and the Greenwich Church Mission Fund. The donations were raised during their recent “Open House” at Dolce Vita Alpaca Farm. Johnny and Kathy’s hard work, and the support of friends and the Greenwich Church Community made the day special and the contributions possible. Thanks Everyone!
Responding to Hurricane Katrina
Most of us who watched the events of Hurricane Katrina unfold, moment by moment, felt helpless to respond at the time. As many of you know, the Mission Committee sought to “connect” with relief organizations in an effort to coordinate a purposeful response. The extent of the devastation and the chaos of the aftermath, made it extremely difficult, if not impossible to put a “Mission Team” on the ground, to provide assistance that was safe and meaningful. Local, Federal and community regulations prevented many thousands of responders from doing meaningful work after their arrival. The situation has improved, but many roadblocks to recovery still exist.
During recent months, Greenwich Church has been seeking ways to assist the victims of the disaster. Early this year, we were put in contact with Dean Smith, Pastor of Freedom Christian Fellowship, Moss Point, Mississippi. Freedom Christian Fellowship is one of 190 Churches in Mississippi damaged or destroyed by flood waters or winds. Numerous phone conversations with Pastor Smith and a visit to Moss Point by Jesse and Chasity Spittle, has given Greenwich Church a “connection” to Katrina and an opportunity to respond.
Greenwich Church has donated $10,000.00 to Freedom Christian Fellowship for the purchase of an air conditioning unit that will cool a portion of the newly remodeled building. In addition, the Mission Committee has approved a donation for up to $1,000.00 for the purchase of pew bibles, youth bibles and Sunday School supplies to replace those lost in the Katrina disaster.
Please continue to pray for Freedom Christian Fellowship and the recovery efforts of the church and the surrounding community.
Plant a Row
Thanks to Jay and Sonya Yankey for their donation of plants to the Plant a Row Project. Hopefully, as in years past, Greenwich Church will deliver hundreds of pounds of fresh produce to local charities for distribution to the needy. Dwayne and Lynda Mohr have been faithful stewards of this ministry and will again coordinate this outward mission for Greenwich Church.
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper –We will celebrate the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper next Sunday, June 4, at all three services, 8:15am, 9:30am, and 11:00am.We encourage all who desire to receive the Lord’s Supper next week to prepare by considering the sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Graduating Seniors Recognition— June 11 in the Fellowship Hall at 9:45am. Please call the church office at 703.754.7933 or email gpclizmorrison@comcast.net with graduating senior information!
Youth Membership Class—June 19-23 All youth, rising 6th grade and above are invited to participate in a confirmation class taught by Pastor Meeks. The class will begin at 10:00am & conclude with lunch each day. Register at 703.754.7933.
Summer Mission Camp—July 24-28. We are working on a mission day camp for those too young or unable to go on the mission trip, for 3rd—8th graders. We will take part in local mission projects while our mission team is working in West Virginia. Please mark your calendars and watch for more information.
Greenwich Women’s Retreat— Sign up now for the Women’s Retreat September 29– October 1, 2006. Look for our table outside the sanctuary and in the fellowship hall. Free Greenwich Retreat nightgown for all new participants who sign up & pay in May, plus a special drawing for a gift basket for all who sign up and pay in May!
Children’s Ministry News
On Sunday, May 28th (Memorial Day Weekend), we will not have workshops, but will hold a combined Sunday School class (grades K-6).
Children’s Ministry Sunday School Teacher Appreciation Breakfast— Sunday, June 25! 9:30am Parents of preschoolers through Senior Highs, join us along with your children in the Fellowship Hall to recognize our faithful servants!
Summer Sunday School- We are delighted to be able to continue to offer Sunday school throughout the summer months. We will be spending the summer seeking God’s treasure as we will continue our journey after VBS seeking treasure in the Bible. With summer being such a busy vacation time, we asking for volunteers or families to sign-up for just 1 Sunday during the summer to lead Sunday School. This is a great opportunity for families to experience Sunday School together! Get the children involved in the planning and teaching. There are 2 Sign up Sheets, 1 for Faith Garden (Preschool) located downstairs and 1 for Faith Village located on the Children’s Ministry Bulletin Board in the Fellowship Hall. Thank you for ministry to the children of Greenwich! Contact Joy Yates at gpcjoyyates@comcast.net or 703.754.7933 for more information!
VBS Registration- We will be taking registrations for VBS during the entire month of May. Be sure you and your family get registered early and receive a FREE VBS music CD! We have registration forms for adults attending as well, so please be sure to visit Reservation Station in education building!
Joint Concert!— Saturday, June 3, 8:00pm. & Sunday, June 4, 3:00pm. Highland School Center for the Arts, featuring the Piedmont Regional Orchestra and the Warrenton Chorale. We will be singing “Rutter’s Requiem” with full choir and orchestra and other selected pieces from popular operas. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for senior and $5 for students. Seating is limited. Contact Linda Spittle to purchase tickets, or go to Ribbons, g.Whillikers or Berkely Gallery in Warrenton.
Youth Fellowship News
After Church Cookout—Sunday, June 4 noon-3:00pm
Senior Recognition—Sunday, June 11 8:00am Graduates have Breakfast at Henson’s, 9:45 Congregations gathers for recognition in Fellowship Hall.
Father’s Day Youth Choir—June 18 at the 11:00am service! Practice is June 4 and June 11 following Sunday School.
VBS—June 26-30, Youth Volunteers are needed to help with this, there is a green youth volunteer form to complete to join the fun! 5:30-8:00 weeknights.
2ND SATURDAY GROUP
PLEASE JOIN US!
Those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer will soon be upon us and the 2nd Saturday Group is getting in the swing of things with an old fashioned backyard barbecue/picnic to be held at the home
of Ann and Dan Winn
Saturday, June 10th.
The fun will begin at 5:30 p.m. and we ask you to bring an appetizer, salad, or dessert. In honor of Flag day which is June 14th we will have some Americana Trivia to challenge you!
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Eric Keller and Pam Lynn are the Prayer Ministry Deacons. For email requests, send to jimandpamlynn@comcast.net For phone requests, call Eric Keller at 540-788-9891 or the church office at 703-754-7933. Please be sure to advise your prayer contact if you want your name in the bulletin and for how long. If you know of a current prayer concern that should be updated in the bulletin, please let us know. We praise the Lord when healing occurs (physical, emotional, spiritual) and we are able to remove those names!
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“Isaac spoke up and said to his father Abraham, “Father?” “Yes, my son?” Abraham replied. “The fire and wood are here,” Isaac said, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” Abraham answered, “God himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.” And the two of them went on together. ” Genesis 22:7-8
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