Mineral Springs United Methodist Church Live for Jesus Grow Disciples

Change Lives

Volume 38, No 8 August 2019

Mineral Springs UMC

P.O. Box 67

Mineral Springs, NC

28108

(704) 843-5905

Email: mineralspringsumc@gmail.com

Rev. Eric Lane

Sr. Pastor

(828)-493-1474

Daniel Parker

Director Next Gen.

Youth/Young Adults

Christa Lemmonds

Director

Traditional Worship

Jeannie McCoy

Director

Modern Worship

Stacey Napier

Children's Education

Coordinator

Pam Brenwald

Administrative Assistant

(704) 843-5905

Check us out on the

web… www.mineralspringsumc.com

Pastor's Corner ~ Rev. Eric Lane

Ecclesiastes 3

Ecclesiastes reminds us that, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under

heaven…”

This is true with life, seasons, and churches. However, simply because we move from one

season to another, whether it is by celebrating another birthday, or going from summer to fall,

does not mean the end of what is to be.

For everything there is a season, a time to celebrate, a time to enjoy, a time to remember and a

time to let go and to allow something new to come about.

So often we become “stuck” and fearful of change, fear of losing the past that we refuse or fail

to see the beauty in something new. In fact, Jesus teaches us to embrace change and to embrace

that which is new.

Jesus comes into our world, remains with us for a period of time and then tells them that the

time has come that he must go away. It wasn’t the end of what was to be but rather the

beginning.

John wrote in Revelation: “Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and

the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more.” (Revelation 21:1)

A new heaven and a new earth could not possibly take place without a change.

“And the one who was seated on the throne said, ‘See, I am making all things new.’”

(Revelation 21: 5).

Change is something that we should welcome instead of resisting. Change is hard, those new

shoes don’t just fit like the old ones, that shirt just does not feel the same, but after a period of

time, once we wear it a while, the new becomes just as comfortable as the old, only better.

People change, seasons change, life is all about change, and for churches to remain vital they too

must embrace change. The Word of God does not change, it is the same yesterday, today and

tomorrow, but the way we share God’s word so that the world can experience it must change.

The Old Testament was written in the old Hebrew language, Jesus spoke Aramaic, the New

Testament was mostly Greek. Later the church translated the scriptures into Latin and much later

into English.

My point is that God intends for the Word to reach people in their season of time. Not that the

word should be changed but presented in a way that people can understand.

During the Pleasant Grove Camp, the speaker dressed in biblical characters to make the message

alive. A child across from me stood on the pew to listen and to see what was happening.

What if each Sunday our children experienced the “living Bible” in a way that spoke to them, in

a way that tied together the Biblical stories and the Gospel message?

Summer is nearly over and fall is drawing near, there is a change of the seasons on the horizon,

and yes there is a change coming in the way we do church. As we face these new times,

remember that Jesus tells us not to worry, to paraphrase Jesus says “God’s got this”.

You see most of you reading this article, you have put your trust and faith in Jesus Christ. In

Matthew, Mark and Luke, Jesus tells us in Matthew 9:12; ‘Those who are well have no need of a

physician, but those who are sick.”

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Prayer Concerns

Ann Wlodkowski, Jackson Wlodkowski, Steve Faires,

Ray Cook, William Hodges, George Stone, Ken McCoy,

Don & Kathy McGinnis, Ray Cook, Ted & Vicki Cox,

Wayne & Leila Maske, Nell Starnes, Tyler Catalano,

Sandy Strawn, Warren & Teresa Dover, Terri Higham,

Sam Stant, Rev. Dr. Randy Willis, Amy Spell, Shirley Steele,

Lynn Robinson, Bette Ann Harris, Debbie Watkins,

Helen Worchester, Faith Shaw, Lisa Robinson

LONG TERM PRAYER LIST:

Modene Howie, Doris Carpenter, Joyce Fowler,

Kathleen Horton, Robert Hicks, James Helms,

Melanie Brennan, Myckle Griffin, Ed & Sylvia Nickel,

Anne Brooks, Barry Roberson, Kathy McGinnis,

Frances Helms, Jeannette Kenley, Jimmy Craig,

Sydney Feddersen, Cindy & Kate Zidanic,

Angie Thompson, Greg Horton, Ruby King,

Jody Fowler-Lemmonds, Cammie Pate, Travis Lemmond,

Sue Thornton, Lois Hoagland, Mary Luther,

Libby Starnes, Carol & Bill Morgan, Tim & Darlene Blackburn,

Pat Harris, Dale Watts, Erika Perez, Matthew Stewart,

Dave Pandoli, Frank Buchannon, Wilburn (Bud) Cutshaw,

Melinda Fisher, Father Brad Smith, Bill Mullins,

Kent & Nancy Shoe, David Friedman, Henry Pressley,

David Broome, Corbin Sikes, Lisa Cox, Elizabeth Brooks,

Doris King, Joyce Starnes, Dot Cook, Toby Holland,

Beth Heilig, Shannon Gray, Cooper Knowles, William Miles,

Marsha Cundiff, Brandon Carver, Benny Parker,

Lisa Robinson, Tammy Parker, Chris Lemmond,

Mark McSheehan, Denny Bryson, Nancy Haanpaa,

Martha Robinson Kiker

CANCER PRAYER LIST:

Mike White, Donald Combs, Claire Howell, Danny Sanders,

Steve Farris, Marlene Reeck, Jennifer Ross, Caroleen Couick,

David Gordon, Venn Helms, Leta Ann Hildreth,

Annette Fox, Sara Porter, Wyatt Cartertary, Gary Lane,

Barbara McKim, Kathy Doublin, Kathy Knight, Larry Bell,

Marie Harwood, Rusty Miller, Matthew Alcorn,

Hal Rape Sr., Nancy Tawney, Tom Pope, Johnny Penegar,

Jeff Gross, Evelyn Wilson, Carson Joyner, Phyllis Rorie,

Doris King, Hamp Howey, John Larry Fite, Loretta O'Neal,

Linda Mosley-Hess, Robin Boehler, Peggy Bradley,

Lynn Stickleather, Dave Gray, Anne Carson

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Instead being focused on meeting “our” desires, our

needs, what we want, we need to focus on reaching those

who do not receive this article, those who do not attend

any worship, those who are in need of the physician.

“Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven

and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make

disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the

Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching

them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And

remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.’

Matthew 28: 18-20.

I ended my message on Sunday July 28 saying, “It is no

secret what God can do, what he’s done for others he will

do for you.” God is waiting to pour out his spirit upon his

children, there is always room for one more, let’s not be a

gate keeper by refusing to change, but let’s hold our doors

open so that all may have the opportunity to experience

the love of God for themselves.

Thank you for listening,

Rev. Eric Lane

FIT & FAITHFUL FRIDAYS

9:30 Friday mornings in the FLC on the track.

Class is $5 followed by bible study at 10am.

All fitness levels are welcome! Please contact

Christina Salyer for more information or to sign

up. ChristinaEliz09@gmail.com

GET FIT YOGA

Saturdays, 9-10am in the CLC

Yoga Class A great way to start your day, moving

through different poses and stretching our body is

a wonderful release. Bring a mat and $5 /session

SEW BLESSED

Wednesdays, 9am

Sew Blessed! Epworth Room in the church office.

Bring that unfinished project to work on, or learn a

new skill from those who know how.

NAVY Lathan Blackburn, Jacob Penegar, Stefan Schmuckli, Kevin White

AIR FORCE Jay Connelley, Katie Connelley Hunsader, Bill LaMountain, Bradley Little, Summer Ramos

ARMY Cody Guion, Marshall Little, William Miles, Zack Wolfe

MARINES Gustavo Gutierrez, Jr., Carson Outen

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

MORNING GLORIES

The UMW will meet on Thursday, August 8 in the

Asbury Room at 9:30a.m. for fellowship and light

refreshments prior to the business meeting at

10:00a.m.

Our mission project is back to school supplies.

Please bring your donations to the meeting.

We also will discuss and finalize the September

Salad Supper.

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE:

Monday, August 5 from 2:00p.m.- 7:00p.m. in the

CLC. To schedule a life-saving appointment go

online to www.redcrossblood.org and enter

MineralSpringsUMC. Walk-ins welcomed.

PACKBACK MINISTRY: Collection of non-perishable food items for

underprivileged students at Parkwood Middle School

will begin on Sunday, August 18 and continue

throughout the school year. The need is great and

the students are grateful. Collection baskets are

located in the Church breezeway and entrance to The

Bridge. Items needed are:

NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS

Peanut Butter, Canned Fruit, Canned Veggies, Pasta

& Pasta Sauce, Soup, Crackers,

Granola Bars, Mac & Cheese, Juice Boxes, Hamburg

Helper , Fruit Juice, Pop Corn,

Trail Mix, Snack Items*, Boxed Potatoes/Rice,

Breakfast Cereal (individual boxes) Instant Oatmeal

Packets

*NOTE: These Children like to enjoy the kind of

snacks other kids do.

The United Methodist Men will meet Thursday, August 22nd, at 7pm in the CLC.

Building homes for families Habitat

Saturdays through September 28, Work begin at 8:00

until 3:00 pm Lunch at 12:00 noon.

Here is how we can help.

Pray for both volunteers and home owners.

Sign up to help with the build, contact Drew Walker

or sign up on the sheets in the breezeway/FLC.

sign up to help provide a meal, contact Cara Steele or

sing up on the sheets in the breezeway/FLC.

Join the fun get involved. Thank you.

Choir would like to invite you to join us this fall!!

Come fellowship, sing, make new friends or strengthen

existing relationships all while practicing and praising

our Lord. We will resume choir practice on

Wednesday, August 7th at 7:00 and return to leading

traditional services in August. Looking forward to

seeing you!

MEETINGS

5th @ 7pm

SPRC/Asbury Room

8th @ 10am

UMW/Asbury Room

13th @ 7pm

Witness/Asbury Room

18th @ 7pm

Administrative Council/CLC

19th @ 7pm

Trustees/Asbury room

22nd @ 7pm

United Methodist Men/CLC

25th @ 5pm

Springer’s/CLC

AUGUST BIRTHDAYS

1 Terrance Fallick, Colt Nichol

2 Craven Brooks

3 Zach Connelley

4 Abbey Ross

5 Megan Callahan

7 Mike Helms, Joe Johnson

8 John Worley

9 Chris Brooks

11 Ella Higham, Jeremy Reed

12 Victor Hess

14 John Darsey, Katie Geske

15 Donna Nickel

17 Juliette Bruschi

18 Emmerson Ballard, Erin Milburn

19 Shane Outen

20 Meg Giddings, Adrian Schmuckli

21 Anne Brooks

22 Travis Lemmond, David Outen

23 Patti Lemmond

26 Kaylee Broome

27 Mary Stegall

28 Robin Thompson

30 Kay King, Jerry Tucker

31 Marcia Bruschi

AUGUST ANNIVERSARIES

2 Matthew & Shannon Winchester

6 Don & Kathy McGinnis

9 Mike & Catie Helms

16 Tom & Kay Hinson

19 Gary & Joan Lewis

29 Joe & Kay Todd

If your birthday or anniversary has been overlooked or

you know someone whose name needs to be added,

please call church office 704-843-5905

or email: mineralspringsumc@gmail.com

August

8:30 Service –

Landon Ballard and Cameron Nichol

11:00 Service –

Kaley and Emily Steele

Travis Lemmond will be celebrating his 30th birthday on

August 22nd. Please join us in sending birthday cards to

let him know his church family loves him and continues

to pray for him! His address follows and please

remember your return address MUST be included out

the outside of the envelope or he will not receive your

card!

Travis Lemmond

0947188

P. O Box 129

Windsor, NC 27983

Dear Friends and Church Family,

We would like to thank you all for your thoughts and

prayers for Jackson and our family during this very

difficult time. Your cards and letters meant so much to

Jackson during his recovery. Jackson is doing well as he

continues to recover. We thank you for your love and

support.

The Wlodkowski Family

August 25, 2019.

Congratulations to Dan and Melody Nickel

on the birth of their daughter,

Ella Marie on June 3, 2019.

Proud grandparents are Dave and Donna Nickel.

We express our sympathy to Kathy McGinnis

In the death of her son, Chris Green.

FINDING HOPE MINISTRIES

Follow them on Facebook or on the website findinghopeministries.org Nathan Merrill and his wife paid us a visit last year to share with us their vision of opening up (2) additional orphanages. Nathan has been in contact with me, asking for a team to come and help with whatever they can. So, we are planning a trip to Romania October 21 through October 31. The cost of the trip will be $1700.00 per person and will include, air fare, food and board. We will be working on various projects which will include building a wall. If you would like to support the mission project, please make donations to Mineral Springs UMC, and mark Romanian Missions. If you are interested in going please contact Rev. Eric Lane ericlane52@gmail.com or (828)493-1474. Thank you.

Third Saturday of the month, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Room# 104 in the CLC.

Coordinator: Patrick Callahan | pcallahan09@outlook.com

Get more out of date night by making it a Date with a

Purpose! Start your date out at Mineral Springs Church by

attending a quick 20-minute lesson on how to deepen your

relationship as a couple. You'll also receive some

conversation topics to guide your date. The rest of the evening

is yours! Go to dinner, get coffee, or just find a quiet place to

sit and spend time sharing your thoughts and exploring your

relationship. Dates with a Purpose is for couples of all ages

and life stages!

Childcare is available and donations are accepted at the

door. All childcare requests must be requested by 5pm the

Thursday before each monthly event. Childcare drop-off

begins at 5:45pm and pick-up is by 8:30pm.

Thank you to all the church volunteers that helped with the

Parenting Sessions. This included room set up, child care

food donations, and child care for twelve weeks of sessions.

Also thanks to Alliance For Children, and Union County

Social Services for providing these very valuable sessions.

Sunday night pool bash - 5:30-8:30pm all 6th -

12th Graders are invited for a time of food,

fellowship and fun. August 4th,11th and 18th

High school fun night, Monday, August 5th, all 9th-12th graders are invited to the youth room in

FLC for a night of team games, craziness and

snacks. 6pm - 8pm.

Back to school lock-in –

Friday, August 16th -Saturday, August 17th.

all 6th - 12th graders are invited to our back to

school bash/lock-in. Starts at 9pm on Friday night

in the gym. Pickup is Saturday morning at 7am.

Please bring $25 to cover activities and outing.

Also, bring snacks to share.

August 30th - middle school fun night in the FLC

from 6-8pm. All 6-8th graders are invited to attend

this “middle schoolers” only event

Youth Flamingo Fundraiser

The youth of Mineral Springs will be flocking yards

for 12 weeks this summer. Here is how it works,

anyone may purchase "Flocking Insurance" for a

small one-time donation of $25.00, and this will

guarantee that your yard does not get flocked this

season. However, if you would like to make a

donation to the youth, you may send the flock of

flamingoes to anyone in the churches yard. If you

get flocked, just call Daniel Parker, 336-575-0272.

You can send them to someone else for a donation,

or we can just simply come pick them up for you.

AUGUST 2019 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3

VBS 5-9pm*FLC VBS 5-9pm*FLC

9:30am F&F*FLC VBS 11am*FLC

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8:30 & 11 worship*Sanctuary

9:45am The Bridge *FLC

5:30-7pm Youth*FLC

2-7pm Blood Drive*CLC

6:30pm Missions *EDU

7pm SPRC * Asbury

9am Sew Blessed*Epworth

7-8pm Youth *FLC

7pm Adult Choir *choir rom

10am UMW * Asbury rom

6-9pm BR *FLC

7-8:30pm Troop 18 *CLC

9:30am F&F*FLC

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 8:30 & 11 worship*Sanctuary

9:45am The Bridge *FLC

9:45am SS-Pre-K-Adult

5:30-7pm Youth*FLC

7pm Witness*Asbury 9am Sew Blessed*Epworth

7-8pm Youth *FLC

7pm Adult Choir *choir rom

6-9pm BR *FLC

7-8:30pm Troop 18 *CLC 9:30am F&F*FLC 5pmDWAP*#104

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 8:30 & 11 worship*Sanctuary

9:45am The Bridge *FLC

9:45am SS-Pre-K-Adult

1:30-5:30 *CLC Marilyn Wooten

5:30-7pm Youth*FLC

7pm Admin Council *CLC

7pm Trustees * Asbury 9am Sew Blessed*Epworth

7-8pm Youth *FLC

7pm Adult Choir *choir rom

6-9pm BR *FLC

7-8:30pm Troop 18 *CLC 9:30am F&F*FLC

25 Promotion Sunday 26 27 28 29 30 31 8:30 & 11 worship*Sanctuary

9:45am The Bridge *FLC

9:45am SS-Pre-K-Adult

5:30-7pm Youth*FLC

5pm Springer’s *CLC

9am Sew Blessed*Epworth

7-8pm Youth *FLC

7pm Adult Choir *choir rom

6-9pm BR *FLC

7-8:30pm Troop 18 *CLC 9:30am F&F*FLC

September Pipeline deadline is August 20th, please submit information to include to mineralspringsumc@gmail.com Thank you.

VBS July 31, August 1-3 *FLC

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