E-Newsletter
Thursday, June 1, 2006
…Grace and Peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior, Titus1:4
“When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place…they say what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit an began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them” Acts 2:1-4 (continued)
Announcements
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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.
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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“Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd:” Fellow Jews and all of you who live in Jerusalem, let me explain this to you; listen carefully to what I say. These men are not drunk as you suppose. It’s only nine in the morning….” Acts 2: 14-15 (continued)
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***Youth News***
This Sunday—After Church Cookout: Hope everyone is hanging in there for the final days of the school year. To celebrate that summer is coming, we will have a cookout for youth and families this Sunday, June 4 after church. We’ll eat then get competitive (we might play softball or volleyball or kickball—some kind of game with a ball.) Bring whatever sports equipment you’d like and a side dish or dessert to share. Call or email me if you’d like to know what to bring. Everyone is welcome, but if you know you are coming, REPLY to this email so I can buy the right amount of food.
Youth Choir—If you would like to sing with other youth at the 11:00 service on Father’s Day, come to rehearsal after Sunday School. Meet this week at 10:30 in the Jr. High room. Music and CD’s will be available to help you learn the piece. Thanks to everyone who has expressed interest. All youth are welcome.
Senior Recognition—On Sunday, June 11, all seniors are invited to the annual Senior Breakfast at the home of Steve and Cindy Henson’s (9873 Par Drive, Nokesville, 703-754-8358) at 8:00 a.m. At 9:45 the congregation is invited to gather in fellowship hall to honor the seniors.
Have you signed up for:
- Confirmation Class, June 19-23 (10 a.m.-noon)
- Vacation Bible School, June 26-30, evenings
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“And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”Acts 2:21 (Continued)
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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, including the GPW and their wonderful baked goods and
the expert coordination of Meredith Hinkey!
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“Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear.”Acts 2:33 (Continued)
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Celebration of the Lord’s Supper –We will celebrate the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper at all three services, 8:15am, 9:30am, and 11:00am.We encourage all who desire to receive the Lord’s Supper to prepare by considering the sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Graduating Seniors Recognition— Please join the graduates in the Fellowship Hall at 9:45am next Sunday! Please email information to gpclizmorrison@comcast.net.
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.
Committee Night (Date change) - All Church Committee Night is next Tuesday, 7:00 pm. We welcome all members and friends of the church to come and explore the joy of serving together. Committee night and session have been rescheduled to best serve VBS during the last week in June.
Christmas in July—Sunday, July 30 come worship and celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus with wonderful Christmas music! Watch for more info to follow.
8 Great Dates— Come to the last date on June 17! RSVP for child care to 703.754.7933
Summer Music Sign up— There is a sign up sheet in the Choir room for summer music performances for Sunday worship. Contact Lon for more information!
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 will be spending the summer seeking God’s treasure as we will continue our journey after VBS seeking treasure in the Bible. We asking for volunteers or families to sign-up for just 1 Sunday during the summer to lead Sunday School. 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. Contact Joy Yates at gpcjoyyates@comcast.net or 703.754.7933.
VBS Registration- Registration for Preschool age is FULL! We are still accepting registrations for the elementary ages. 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!
Responding to Hurricane Katrina
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.
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“When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?””Acts 2:37 (Continued)
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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.
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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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“Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off-for all whom the Lord our God will call.” Acts 1:38-39
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Amen and Amen
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