ATTENDANCE FOR THE WEEK OF 6-16-13
Lord’s Table Worship = 40, 9:00 = 48, 11:00 = 124,
Worship Total = 212, Sunday School = 112
ALTAR FLOWERS TODAY - are given by Katherine Dorman in memory of Joseph Clinton Nettles, and in Honor of Ronald F. Dorman.
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHIES - to Frank Reynolds whose father, Jim LeViner, passed away in GA last week. Cards of sympathy may be sent to Frank at 12658 Dara Drive, Woodbridge 22192
Christian Sympathy to Kathleen Argenbright, who’s son-in-law, Herb Eberhart, passed away on June 7th. Cards of sympathy may be sent to Katherine at 2133 Montgomery Ave, Woodbridge 22191.
LAWN CARE OPPORTUNITY - would you enjoy spending some time beautifying the church grounds while riding on a mower? Opportunities for assistance with the upkeep of the St. Paul grounds once or twice this summer are available and will save the church from the expenses of lawn care. Contact Tom Davies, 703-494-2445, Tom.Davies@stpaul-umc.org if you would like to be on the Lawn Care team!
CALL ON METHODIST MEN OF MELODY! - In preparation for our leadership of the June 23rd services when our regular choir is excused, St Paul's wonderful choir director, Jessica Irish, will hold rehearsals for our men's music ensemble on Thursday June 20 at 7 pm in the choir room, as well as on Saturday June 22 at 10 am. No vocalist experience necessary, just a desire to make a "joyful noise" and experience the delight of Jessica's instruction and leadership. She has selected "Shine on Me" as an easy to learn and perform piece that we will use as our anthem and develop throughout the service to express the strength and wonder of our religious experience in Christ. Come out and be part of this time together in song and worship! Call if there are questions -- Brad Benson 703-670-5410.
JOIN THE FUN BUNCH FOR A TRIP TO THE POCONOS - October 21-25, 2013. The Fun Bunch is planning a trip to Woodloch Resort, Hawley, PA (Poconos). We would like more people to go with us. This trip includes everything in the cost (Did we forget to mention the fabulous meals served there and the free entertainment every night?) Cost will be $750 each double occupancy.// $850 single. First deposit of $300 is due at sign up. Balance is due by June 20. If you cannot pay by these dates—possible other arrangements can be made. Brochures/ flyers available for you to review. Contact Patty Nunguesser 703-730-6426 for more information.
ST. PAUL SOFTBALL TEAM! – St. Paul has once again joined the Christian Fellowship Softball League for the 2013 Summer season! 22 team members from our St. Paul membership and others recruited from our open gym nights, and through friends, will be playing ball and representing St. Paul as they compete against other churches. We invite you to pray for the team throughout the season, and to come and cheer for your St. Paul family and friends at their games. The next games will be at the PNats Stadium on Saturday, June 22nd at 9:00am on Field #2 & 10:00am on Field #2. Thank you for your support of this wonderful opportunity for fellowship and fun!
INTRODUCING ASSISTANT PASTOR DAVE DOWNER - On Sunday, July 14th, we will welcome Dave Downer to the St. Paul staff with a welcome reception following the 11a.m. service. Pastor Dave is currently a candidate for ordination within the United Methodist Church and is attending the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology in Richmond, VA. He has a wife, Terri, and three children, Jonathan (27), Joseph (23), and Emily (18). Dave is a retired Air Force officer and was pursuing a successful business career, when he responded to a call to full-time ministry. He and his family have lived in Northern Virginia since 1995 and have been active members of Old Bridge UMC in Woodbridge, where Dave served as a lay leader, church council chair, finance committee chair, trustee, Sunday school teacher, and youth leader.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - June 24th - June 28th from 9 am - 12 pm
Our theme for VBS this year is "Everywhere Fun Fair - Where God's World Comes Together." So get ready for a week long transformation to a world's fair carnival where we will teach children ages 3 through 11 (5th grade) how to be good neighbors! Registration forms are available in the church office, or outside by the church entrance. Volunteers are welcome to sign-up via our online registration at www.stpaul-umc.org/vbs. For further information please contact Amanda Meres via phone or e-mail (770-596-5043/ meresfamily@gmail.com).
“ADOPT-A-SPOT” AT ST. PAUL - Everyone knows that real estate agents stress the importance of "curb appeal" when selling a house. First impressions are important and we only get one chance at it. Do you think the "curb appeal" at St. Paul could be improved when viewed by prospective new members? Could it be a warmer and more inviting view for our returning visitors and long-time members? If you derive enjoyment from gardening, have skills that could be used to enhance the visual image of our church, or just feel a calling to serve our church in an outdoor setting, please consider adopting a portion of the St. Paul ground. Think about making this a group effort (Sunday School class, fellowship organization, or service group) as a way of fellowship leading to faith development. The Trustees are inviting members or groups at St. Paul to adopt small portions of the church grounds to maintain or enhance. The adoption can be as simple as keeping the weeds out of one of the beds and maintaining the mulch. Planting flowers or blooming bushes can be done at your discretion. Please contact Dino Piccione piccione@juno.com for more information or to sign up for a garden plot.
PRESCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL OPPORTUNITY - Would you like to work with the most enthusiastic preschoolers at St. Paul? There will be an opening in Preschool Sunday School June 1st. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your talents and love for Sunday School with the children. Please consider being part of this ministry. Contact Amanda Meres via phone at 770-596-5043 or e-mail at meresfamily@gmail.com. Blessings!
ST. PAUL UMC FINANCIAL REPORT FOR JUNE 16, 2013
Actual Actual
Category April 30th May 31st
Revenues Received from Contributions $ 262,083 $ 320,099
Expenses Incurred $-281,569 $-342,189
Shortfall: Expenses exceed Contributions $- 19,486 $ - 22,090
Other revenues (building use/rental income/etc.) $ 20,327 $ 23,351
Revenues exceed expenses $ 841 $ 1,261
