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BREAKING NEWS
serve—Day of Caring Needs Help This Saturday
Day of Caring still needs help for this Saturday, April 10! People are needed to register to help various ministries in the area and donations are still needed for Operation Shoebox. The Men’s Breakfast Group will serve breakfast at 7:45 a.m. in Drake Hall then the groups will divide up at 8:30 a.m. to arrive at their service destination by 9 a.m. to work until 1 p.m. Child care will be provided at the church with prior registration. Call Tina Stearns TODAY (922-1616) so she knows to let the organization know how many to expect from St. Timothy’s. Also click here to see a donation list for Operation Shoebox or see the list below. Please bring donations to the church before Saturday.
worship—Bring Flowers This Sunday
Flowering Sunday will be celebrated at St. Timothy’s this Sunday, April 11 at 9 a.m. All children are asked to bring fresh flowers to decorate a cross outside the chapel at 9 a.m. (In case of rain the cross, will be moved into the chapel.) The cross will then be moved to the church porch for all to see upon exiting from church at 9 a.m. and arriving for church at 11 a.m. Contact Pam Carter (765-0294).
serve—ECW Meets Sunday/Bake Sale Postponed
All women are invited to attend the Episcopal Church Women meeting in ECW Hall this Sunday, April 11 at noon for a baby shower for “Newborns in Need”. Speaker will be Pat White, NIN Piedmont Chapter president. See the ECW brochure for suggested items to bring. The Bake Sale originally scheduled for April 11 has been postponed. Another date will be announced later. Contact Janet Gresh (306-5193).
connect—Youth Group Change This Week
EYC for the youth in 6th-12th grades will meet this Sunday, April 11 at 2:15 p.m. in Gribbin parking lot to carpool to Knollwood Baptist Church to see the play Godspell. Tickets are $10 each and dinner will be served back at St. Timothy’s after the play. Parents are invited to attend. Register with Bobby Steinhauser (765-0294 or bobby@sttimothys.ws). Regular EYC will resume meeting together at 5:30 p.m. in Drake Hall for supper then an activity on April 18.
learn—Free Dave Ramsey Class
If you would like to see what a typical Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University lesson is all about, please attend on April 11 at 3:30 p.m. in the ECW Hall beneath the Chapel. This free class is the first lesson of the normal 13-week program. You can experience a typical class and decide if you would like to participate in this program now or at a later date. Contact Alan Kirby (724-3412), Cherilyn Rice (863-604-8171) or Lea Thullbery (918-7981) for further information.
serve—Financial News at St. Timothy’s
Good News! St. Timothy’s March income of $61,475 exceeded March expenses of $51,267 and reserves were replenished by $10,209. At St. Timothy’s strict expense control is observed and the parish is currently operating $28,600 below budget on expenses because some large budget items have not come in yet. When they do, the income will fall short of covering them during the second half (March-August) of the fiscal year. This is why everyone is asked to look at their giving and to prayerfully consider increasing their giving by $10 per week from now through August 2010. If you have questions, please contact Parish Administrator Cathy Culver (765-0294).
connect—OWLs Meet on Tuesday
The next OWLs (Older, Wiser Laity) will be next Tuesday, April 13 at 11:30 a.m. in ECW Hall. Everyone is invited to bring a bag lunch and enjoy the fellowship. Drinks and dessert will be provided. Contact Sandra Hamby (767-4040).
connect—With Sincere Sympathy
The family of St. Timothy’s extends sincere sympathy to parish member Margaret Bourne and her family in the recent death of her husband Henry Bourne. His services were held on March 29 at Calvary Episcopal Church in Tarboro, N.C.
learn—Life Line Screening
Life Line Screening will be offering fee-based life saving screenings in Drake Hall on Friday, April 23. Five tests may be scheduled for a cost of $149. Pre-registration is required at 800-679-5192 and using source code: HSC4945. Click here for an informational flyer.
WORSHIP
worship—Wednesday Holy Eucharist with Healing Prayer
The Wednesday Holy Eucharist with Healing Prayer Service meets at NOON each Wednesday in the chapel to allow anyone working the opportunity to worship during his or her lunch hour. Please make plans to attend.
LEARN
learn—Adult Spiritual Growth Classes
Adults have a several choices for Sunday School at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. A adult class meets in room C1 while a class for women, meeting in ECW Hall, discusses the Book of Acts (contact Lea Thullbery, lea@sttimothys.ws). Church Chat meets in Drake Hall at 10 a.m. for a lively, interactive study of the weekly lectionary Gospel reading (contact Beth Morphis, 765-5262). On Wednesdays adults can attend Bible study in ECW Hall at 10:30 a.m. or in Drake Hall at 6:30 p.m. (no class April 7) led by Father Steve (765-0294).
CONNECT
connect—Golf League Resumes
The 9-Hole Golf League has resumed on Thursdays at 3:45 p.m. at Reynolds Park City Golf Course. Cost is $16 including cart. First-time participants are asked to register by contacting Bob Piper (765-4852) or Jeff Sparks (766-3212).
connect—Book Club Upcoming Meeting
The next meeting of the St. Tim’s Book Club will be in ECW Hall Sunday, April 25 following the 11 a.m. service to discuss “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett. Plan on bringing a bagged lunch and joining the group. Contact Jeanne Bohrer (768-9125).
connect—Parish Meals
Everyone is invited to enjoy a great home-cooked, hot breakfast served each Sunday, 8-9 a.m. in Drake Hall. For a $4 donation, you get fellowship with your church family in a spiritually uplifting environment! Also everyone is invited to attend the Wednesday Parish meal served each Wednesday (except for April 7), 5:45-6:30 p.m. in Drake Hall. For a $6 adult and $3 child donation, you will receive a varied meal including an entrée with vegetables, salad and dessert. Please join your Christian brothers and sisters in parish fellowship this week. For more information, contact the church office.
connect—Come to Sunday’s Devout Stout
Join other adults for “Devout Stout” at Finnigan’s Wake Pub and Kitchen at 620 N. Trade Street in Winston-Salem on the first Sunday of each month, 7-10 p.m. for a glass of iced tea or ale and a bit of theology. Contact Amy Mann (5manns@bellsouth.net) or Lisette Timberlake (lisette23@vzw.blackberry.net).
SERVE
serve—Join Pick-up Choir for 9 a.m.
The St. Timothy’s Adult Choir sings at the 11 a.m. service—except for Easter and other festival Sundays when they will sing at both 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. If you might be interested in singing in a “pick-up choir” at the 9 a.m. service on occasion, contact Director of Music Ministries Christin Barnhardt (christin@sttimothys.ws or 765-0294 ext. 306) this week. You would be required to arrive on Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. to rehearse an offertory hymn then sit in the pews before coming the choir loft during the Peace. There will many opportunities to share musical offerings at the 9 a.m. service. If you are willing to play an instrument or sing at 9 a.m., please contact Christin. Also you are invited to join the Adult Choir by attending any Wednesday rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. in the choir room.
serve—Stained Glass Restoration Fund Continues
A separate fund has been established to uncover and restore the three stained glass windows over the altar area in the Chapel. With an estimated value of between $35,000 and $45,000, these windows have suffered deterioration from lack of maintenance and weather conditions. The hope is that at least $13,668 outside of the church budget can be raised to restore, protect and preserve a part of St. Timothy’s history. For more information on the project, see the March 2010 edition of The Parish Paper. Donations may be made to St. Timothy’s and designated for “Stained Glass Restoration.” Contact Tony Hamby (767-4040).
serve—Orders Accepted for Chicken Pies
Each Wednesday (except for April 7), you may order homemade chicken pies to be delivered the following Wednesday night. Made by Rainbow Catering, the caterer for the Wednesday night parish dinners, cost will be $12 each. See the order sheet in Drake Hall or contact Milt Price (milton1942@msn.com or 788-7003). Proceeds will benefit the Parish Life program of the church.
serve—Would You Like a New St. Tim’s T-Shirt?
New St. Timothy’s T-shirts are available for purchase. The short-sleeve shirts cost $8 in adult medium to 2X-large sizes and are currently available through Parish Administrator Cathy Culver. Long-sleeve shirts may be ordered in the same sizes for a cost of $12. Contact Cathy (765-0294 or cathy@sttimothys.ws).
serve—Online Giving on Website
You can use your debit or credit card (MasterCard, VISA or Discover) through the St. Tim’s website to make your contribution to the parish. Click here to access the easy and secure link. Contact Parish Administrator Cathy Culver (cathy@sttimothys.ws or 765-0294) with questions.
serve—Episcopal Relief & Development Envelopes
Episcopal Relief and Development envelopes are now available in the pew racks. Donations for disaster relief can be made easily at anytime using these envelopes. As a reminder, charitable contributions to earthquake victims in Chile that are made before April 15 may be claimed on the 2009 tax return.
serve—Box Tops For Cook
Save your Box Tops for Education to bring to the church office. Cook Elementary uses the donations to buy school supplies for the underprivileged children they serve. Contact Anita Wesson (722-7960).
serve—April Care Group Servants
The Care Group coordinators for April are John Thullbery (413-1666) and Lea Thullbery (918-7981). If you or someone you know are in need of temporary assistance with transportation, a meal or a visit, call them.
serve—Crisis Control Gift of the Month
The Crisis Control Gift of the Month for April is apple sauce. You may bring your donations to the shelves in Drake Hall or to the box in the volunteer office in Gribbin building.
serve—Worship Assistants for April 11
The Worship Assistants at 7:30 a.m. on April 11 are: Greeters—Ann & Nick Meacham, Ushers—Mary & Mallory Chambliss, Lector—Doug Sanecki, Acolyte—Caroline Lane, LEMs—Ellen Turner and Martha Watson. The Worship Assistants at 9 a.m. on April 11 are: Greeters—Susan Kirby and Austin Coan, Ushers—Ashley & Joey Robbins, Lectors—Rebecca Stone-Danahy and Gerry Link, Acolytes—John Weston, Grace Vicars, Gibson Bailey and Pitt Rutter, LEMs—George Ellis, John Guglielmi, Richard Dunnington and Nick Meacham. The Worship Assistants at 11 a.m. on April 11 are: Greeters—Gray & Michael Moulton, Ushers—Jackie Snow and Alan Kirby, Lectors—Dave Wesson and David Cone, Acolytes—David Godfrey, Brynn Tiner, Tripp Tiner and Nora Godfrey, LEMs—Lea Thullbery, Altar Guild—Mary Chambliss and Sandra Hamby, Eucharistic Visitors—Tony Hamby to Jean Ulrich.
CHILDREN’S NEWS ...
LEARN—This Sunday, April 11, the preschoolers and primary school-aged children place flowers on the cross at 9 a.m. at the Chapel for Flowering Sunday before the preschoolers attend 9 a.m. Godly Play in C2 and the primary school aged children attend 9 a.m. Children’s Chapel in the chapel. The primary children enter church at the 9 a.m. offertory to join their parents. Preschool children enter to meet their parents in the pews at the 9 a.m. communion hymns. All children going to Sunday School from the 9 a.m. service will dismiss in the conclusion of communion, following the chapel cross to the choir room. Sunday School at 10 a.m. begins in the choir room for music before dismissing to classrooms for Bible lessons. At 11 a.m. any preschool children staying for 11 a.m. service move to room C2 for Preschool Worship and the primary children attend Children’s Chapel in the chapel. The primary children enter church at the 11 a.m. offertory to join their parents. Preschool children enter to meet their parents in the pews at the 11 a.m. communion hymns. All children are welcomed at anytime for Sunday School and worship! Contact Pam Carter (pam@sttimothys.ws).
LEARN—Each Wednesday night (except for April 7) the children have Bible study with the Way of the Child program for K-2nd grades meeting at 5:15-6 p.m. in room C-2. Families will eat dinner together, 6-6:30 p.m. then the 3rd-5th graders have their Way of the Child class at 6:30-7:15 p.m. in room C-2 and the preschoolers have Bible in Action in room C-3, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Contact Pam Carter (pam@sttimothys.ws).
LEARN—Children’s Choirs meet each Wednesday (except for April 7) with the 3rd-5th graders’ Kids of the Kingdom Choir meeting 5:15-6 p.m. and the K-2 graders’ Cherubs Choir meeting 6:30-7:15 p.m. Both groups meet in the choir room. Contact Christin Barnhardt (765-0294 or christin@sttimothys.ws.)
LEARN—Music Class, God’s Children Sing!, for infants through preschoolers with a parent or caregiver is offered weekly on Tuesdays at 9:15-9:45 am. in room C-2 and Wednesdays, 5:15-6 p.m. (no classes on April 7) in C-5. If you or someone you know has a child who would like to participate, please join us. If you cannot attend at these times but are interested in a preschool music class, contact Christin Barnhardt (christin@sttimothys.ws).
YOUTH NEWS ...
Contact Bobby Steinhauser (bobby@sttimothys.ws, 765-0294 or see the parish website at www.sttimothys.ws under LEARN/YOUTH ).
LEARN—Sunday School for all youth in grades 6th-12th meets on the Drake Hall stage at 10 a.m. for biblical discussion relating to everyday topics.
LEARN—The youth in 6th-12th grades are invited to meet each Wednesday (except for April 7) in room D-3 in Drake at 6:30-7:30 p.m. for discussion based on the Bible’s lectionary selections.
LEARN—EYC for the youth in 6th-12th grades will meet this Sunday, April 11 at 2:15 p.m. in Gribbin parking lot to carpool to Knollwood Baptist Church to see the play Godspell. Tickets are $10 each and dinner will be served back at St. Timothy’s after the play. Parents are invited to attend. Register with Bobby. Regular EYC will resume meeting together at 5:30 p.m. in Drake Hall for supper then an activity on April 18.
WORSHIP—All high school youth are invited to meet on Fridays, 7:30-8 a.m. for Prayer Breakfast. Devotion begins at 7:55 a.m. The March location will be Chick-fil-A on Knollwood Street in Thruway Shopping Center. If school is canceled for the day, so is the breakfast. The April location will be Bojangles on Stratford Road beginning on April 9.
SERVE—Youth Music holds practice in Drake Hall each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. If you are in 6th-12th grades, play an instrument or sing and would like to help lead music in youth gatherings, please attend. For more information, contact either Bobby Steinhauser or Christin Barnhardt christin@sttimothys.ws).
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