SPRING PROGRAM GUIDEWOODLAKE

UMC

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InformationWe are a community of people from different backgrounds all seeking to grow in our relationship with Christ and to lead others to that same place. We look to the Bible as the primary authority and instruction on how to live life with God, His church, and the community around us. We strive for a life-changing connection with Jesus Christ, to be a disciple, and to live a surrendered and forgiven life. We invite you to check out the opportunities we have for children, youth, and adults of all ages and stages of life. At Woodlake UMC we offer a variety of worship styles, ministries, and a community that will inspire, challenge, and encourage you as together we seek to know, love and serve God. Our vision is to Love God, Know God, and Live Our Faith as Disciples of Jesus Christ!

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CONNECT WITH US > Church > 15640 Hampton Park Drive, Chesterfield, VA 23832 | 804-739-4535 | woodlakeumc.org woodlakeinfo@woodlakeumc.org | facebook.com/woodlakeumc | #woodlakeumc

Preschool > 15640 Hampton Park Drive, Chesterfield, VA 23832 804-639-5411 | woodlakeumc.org/preschool

Stay Connected >woodlakeumc.orgfind us > woodlakeumcfollow us > @woodlakeumcfollow us > @woodlakeumccall us > 804-739-4535

Ways to Give > There are so many ways to give. Find out more at woodlakeumc.org/giving

1. ACH: Convenient, reliable and the most cost-effective method of giving to the church

2. Online3. In Service4. Giving Kiosk 5. Phone or Tablet

WOODLAKE UMC SERVICE TIMES > A Simpler Sunday Morning > New Sunday Morning Service Times

8:00am > Communion Service | GrowZone9:30am > Band-Driven Service | Adult Quest | KidZWorship | GrowZone11:00am > Traditional Service | Adult & Youth Quest | KidZWorship | GrowZone

Wednesdays at Woodlake > Come and be refreshed!

5:45pm > First Fruits Dinner7:00pm > Prayer Service

Saturday Connect > 5:30pm > Contemporary Service | KidZConnect

Easter Vigil > Saturday, March 26Join us for an exciting evening filled with great music, an inspiring message and the

sacrament of Baptism! If you are ready to take the next step in your relationship with Christ and would like to be Baptized or to reaffirm your Baptism, please contact us for

more information at 804-739-4535.5:30pm > The Power of Baptism

Easter Sunday > Sunday, March 27This Easter, don’t just go through the motions...come to Woodlake UMC and experience Easter like never before with great music, an inspiring message, and a chance to meet

new friends! Join us and experience the hope of Easter!7:15am > Sunrise Service at the Woodlake Pavilion

14710 VILLAGE SQUARE PLACE - BRING A CHAIR/SUNGLASSES - NO CHILDCARE PROVIDED

8:00am > Communion Service | GROWZONE & KIDZWORSHIP OFFERED! (BIRTH - 5TH GRADE)

9:30am > Band-Driven Service | GROWZONE & KIDZWORSHIP OFFERED! (BIRTH - 5TH GRADE)

11:00am > Traditional Service | GROWZONE & KIDZWORSHIP OFFERED! (BIRTH - 5TH GRADE)

For our first time guests, we’ll have a small gift for you at our Welcome Center. We look forward to meeting you!

Woodlake UMC provides a safe and loving environment for your children to grow in their faith, have fun and learn about Christ.

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GROWZONE PRESCHOOL ROOM >4yrs-5th Grade | Saturdays - 5:30pmAges 3-5 | Sundays - 9:30am & 11am Ages 3-5 | Wednesdays - 6:30pm

GROWZONE MAIN NURSERY >Ages 0-3 | Saturdays - 5:30pmAges 0-2 | Sundays - 9:30am, 11am Ages 0-2 | Wednesdays - 6:30pmAges 0-5 | Sundays - 8am

KIDZWORSHIPK-5th Grade - Sundays9:30am | Drop off at RM 11811:00am | Dismissed to RM 118 after Children’s MessageWe start each hour of KidZWorship in a large-group format where kids worship through song and dance and have a Bible lesson. We end each hour In a small-group, grade-specific format, where children will have hands-on activities that relate to the lesson. Families who will be involved at WUMC from 9:30-12:00, your children are welcome to participate in both KidzWorship sessions. The lessons, songs, and activities will be unique to each KidzWorship session. Snack will be provided for those children in the time period (10:30-11:00) between KidzWorship sessions.

KIDZCONNECT4yrs-5th Grade | Saturday Nights 5:30pm | Dismissed to RM 118 after Children’s MessageThis is a large group class that offers teaching, hands on mission projects and activities that are geared to teaching children the Bible and service.

KIDZSERVEK-5th Grade | Wednesday Nights | 6:15-8:00PMThis vibrant, rotational program allows children to learn the Bible, participate in monthly missions activities, sing with our KidZChoir and enjoy recreational games with their friends.

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GROWZONE VOLUNTEERSOur volunteers play a vital role in our ministry. They are here to partner with parents in the task of leading children into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. There are MANY different volunteer roles you could play, from ‘one and done’ volunteer roles to weekly partners, contact the Children’s Ministry if you are interested in being a part of this ministry!

WHAT TO EXPECT AT GROWZONE?The GrowZone is a place where children are loved and cared for by our awesome team in a bright and inviting environment. Children will have fun learning about God’s love through Bible lessons and crafts, specifically geared to their age.

GrowZone > Birth-5 Years

KidZone > K-5th GradesDiscover, create, learn and grow in faith.

Watch me Grow with God’s love.

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CHILDRENMINISTRY

CONTACT CHILDREN’S MINISTRYDiana Foster, DirectorMary Kathryn van Eerden, Assoc. Directorchildren@woodlakeumc.org woodlakeumc.org/children

SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY February 7 | 9:30amChildren sing at 9:30am Worship and collect offering for Richmond Friends of the Homeless at all services.

ASH WEDNESDAY KIDZWORSHIPFebruary 10 | 7:00pm | RM118Join us for a special KidZworship on Ash Wednesday at 7:00pm. Children will worship in Room 118.

EASTER EGG HUNTMarch 19 | 4-5pm Everyone WelcomeJoin Woodlake UMC for our Community-Wide Church Easter Egg Hunt. All are welcome to come. Children 2-10 years old please bring an Easter Egg Basket!

Special Happenings

JULY 11-14JOIN US FOR >>

Camp KidJam > Join Pastor Gordon and Diana Foster this sum-

mer as they travel to Cullowhee, NC for Camp

KidJam! Register online!

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RISING 3RD-6TH GRADERS > ONLY 16 SPOTS!

REGISTER TODAY!

PALM SUNDAY PROCESSIONALMarch 20 | 11:00am11:00am Service on Palm Sunday is full of movement, drama and involvement as our Woodlake UMC Children walk through the Worship Center with palm branches.

EASTER EGG HUNT MISSIONMarch 20 Join us to go to Belmont UMC to host an Easter Egg Hunt with their Hispanic Congregation at 4pm.

MAUNDY THURSDAY KIDZWORSHIPMarch 24 | 7:00pm | RM 118Join us for a special KidZworship on Maundy Thursday at 7:00pm. Children will worship in Room 118.

EASTERMarch 27There will be nursery, preschool and KidZWorship offered on Easter morning. Please join us for worship.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY CELEBRATION WEEKENDMay 14-May 15 Children of all ages will be invited to lead in Worship this weekend.

CAMP KIDJAMJuly 11-14 | Rising 3rd-6th Graders | $200Join Pastor Gordon and Diana Foster this summer as we travel to Cullowhee, NC for Camp KidJam. There are only 16 camper spots available! Register online!

CAVEQUEST VBS RegistrationFriday, April 1 > VBS Registration opens for volunteers and their childrenMonday, May 2 > VBS Registration opens to the public

Vacation Bible SchoolJune 20-June 24Join us each day to grow in Following Jesus, the Light of the World!

HELPING HANDS MISSION EVENT

July 23-24All rising 4th - 6th graders, parents, and

adult leaders are welcome! Join us for an exciting two-day mission vent.

Experience hands-on mission opportunities and learn the importance of being a

caring Christian.

Register: woodlakeumc.org/helpinghands

JULY 21-22RISING 4TH-6TH GRADERS

HANDS ON SERVICE PROJECTSSAVE THE DATES!

We are a faith community who does life together in an authentic way while bringing glory to our great God and growing in Christ.

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YOUTHMINISTRY

CONTACT YOUTH MINISTRYJenna Bush, DirectorJessie Vinci, Assoc. Directoryouth@woodlakeumc.org woodlakeumc.org/youthfacebook.com/woodlakeumcyouth

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUNDAY MORNING QUESTSundays | 11:00am | RM 203Grow deeper in the Bible with your fellow youth. Join us Sunday morning to build stronger faith connections. Please use KidCheck to check-in prior to class.

MIDDLE SCHOOL WEDNESDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUPSRegister online at woodlakeumc.org/youthsmallgroups5:45-6:30pm > First Fruits Dinner6:30-8:00pm* > MS Small GroupsSmall groups are the place youth do life together and dig deeper into their faith. Small Groups, grouped by gender, are packed with games, prayer, fellowship, discussion and Bible study.

*Offsite Small Groups are from 6:45-8:15pm. If carpooling, please meet at Woodlake UMC at 6:30pm

HIGH SCHOOL SUNDAY MORNING QUESTSundays | 11:00am | RM 204Grow deeper in the Bible with your fellow youth. Join us Sunday morning to build stronger faith connections. Please use KidCheck to check-in prior to class.

HIGH SCHOOL WEDNESDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUPSRegister online at woodlakeumc.org/youthsmallgroups5:45-6:30pm > First Fruits Dinner6:30-8:00pm* > HS Small GroupsSmall groups are the place youth do life together and dig deeper into their faith. High School Small Groups, grouped by gender, are packed with games, prayer, fellowship, discussion and Bible study.

*Offsite Small Groups are from 6:45-8:15pm. If carpooling, please meet at Woodlake UMC at 6:30pm

SUPERBOWL FOOTBALL GAMEFebruary 7 | 1:30-3:00pm | FreeAll students 6th-12th grade are invited to play flag football or come out to cheer the teams on! Free event.

30 HOUR FAMINEFebruary 20-21 | $15 Join us as we make a difference, have fun, serve the community, serve in worship and get a small glimpse of what it is like to be without food and everyday conveniences so that others may be fed! The fast (we will be drinking juice) begins on your own at 12pm following lunch, on Saturday, February 20 and ends at 6:30pm on Sunday, February 22. We will break the fast with Youth Dinner (No Regular Youth Worship on Sunday)

Special Happenings

Weekly Happenings

SPRING RETREAT PLANET WISDOMMarch 4-5 | Woodbridge, VA | 3:15pm (3/4) - 8:30pm (3/5) | $105 after 1/15At Planet Wisdom you can expect a fun, solid-teaching and engaging worship. Join us this spring for an adventure of a lifetime!

MOVIN’ ON UP PICNICRising 6th Graders | May 17 12:30-1:30pm | WUMC PlaygroundWe are excited to welcome future 6th graders into the Youth Ministry. Come meet some of our Youth Ministry Team, enjoy delicious food and play fun games! Bring a side dish to share - sandwiches will be provided.

YOUTH SUMMER LOCK-INJune 26-27 | $26/person | Chaperones Needed! | 7 (6/26) - 8pm (6/27) | Registration open soon!Join us for our summer lock-in. Enjoy pizza, worship, and much more! invite your friends. More information coming soon!

SUMMER YOUTHWORKSJuly 10-15 | $350 |woodlakeumc.org/youthworks | Middle School > Raleigh, NC High School > Blue Ridge Mountains, NCEach summer YouthWorks provides life-changing Christ-centered mission trips for over 30,000 students and adult leaders in over 70 communities across North America. Because everyone should experience a mission trip. Partial and full scholarships available.

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LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!

YOUTH SPRING RETREAT >> 2016!MARCH 4-5

$105/PERSON

MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT WORSHIPCatalyst is where Middle School youth come together to meet new friends, talk about the things that matter, have fun and worship God! Come join us as we play games, worship with music, have discussions about the stuff that matters to you and learn about our big God and ourselves in the process.

5:00-6:00 pm > Middle School Catalyst Worship6:00-6:30 pm > Combined MS & HS Dinner*Worship nights are comprised of games, worship, breakouts, coffee talk and more! Bring a friend! *Suggested dinner price is $3/person.

woodlakeumc.org/catalyst woodlakeumc.org/fusionHIGH SCHOOL YOUTH WORSHIPFusion is where we dig deep into our faith or maybe meet God for the first time. It’s where we talk what is relevant to you. We meet new friends and become a church family, walking alongside one another. We love to worship god. Have fun. Laugh. And hear how God is working in each other’s lives.

6:00-6:30 pm > Combined MS & HS Dinner*6:30-8:00 pm > High School Fusion WorshipWorship nights are comprised of games, worship, breakouts, coffee talk and more! Bring a friend! *Suggested dinner price is $3/person.

Fusion > 9-12th Grades

Catalyst > 6-8th GradesHave fun and worship God!

Hear how God is working in each other’s lives.

OverNight Trip > March 18-19Day Trip > May 14

How Do I Get Involved? > All 6th-12th Grade Skateboarders are welcome! WUMC Skateboard Group alternates day trips and overnight trips every other month, offering local skateboarders a place to practice what they do and encourage them to use their God-given talents and passions. Join today! Contact Michael Berkley today, mberkley@woodlakeumc.orgUpcoming Trips >

Stay Connected > For trip updates like us on facebook/wumcskateboardgroup or follow us on Instagram/wumcskateboardgroup & Twitter/wumcskateboard

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Woodlake UMC strives to challenge and inspire men and women to live a life of Christian discipleship. Embark on your quest today!

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ADULTMINISTRY

CONTACT ADULT’S MINISTRYKathy Frazier, Directoradults@woodlakeumc.org woodlakeumc.org/adults

Woodlake UMC Adult Ministries strives to challenge and inspire men and women to live a life of Christan discipleship. Whether you are looking to actively engage in one of our thriving adult ministries, engage in a small group, mission projects, social gatherings or grow in faith with one of our many Quest Classes that are offered on Sundays and Wednesdays! There is something for everyone here at Woodlake UMC and we hope you find a way to connect to our church family #churchfam.

Woodlake UMC Adult Ministries is designed to help men, women, older adults and young adults connect with the church, grow deeper in their relationship with Christ together, serve in the ways God has gifted each one of us, and to build encouragement through fellowship and the study of God’s word. The Adult Ministry at Woodlake UMC has many volunteers providing various ways for men and women to connect with the church.

Visit us online at woodlakeumc.org/adults to check out all of our Adult Ministries at Woodlake UMC

Women’s Ministry | Men’s MinistryYoung Adult Ministry | MOPSOlder Adult Ministry

Small Groups are interest groups and support groups that meet in homes, restaurants, or at the church. These groups study a variety of topics and also afford adults the opportunity to “do life together” throughout the year.

Below are a list of some new Small Groups that have started in January. For a complete list of Small Groups offered at Woodlake UMC, visit us online woodlakeumc.org/smallgroups.

Men’s Ministry > Daniel PlanSundays | 7-8pm | RM 204

Chicks for Jesus > The ShackMondays |7-9pm | Offsite

IF:WUMC > IF:Gathering 2015 & IF TableEvery other Sunday | 5-7pm | Offsite

Mothers Growing in Faith2nd/4th Tuesdays | 9:45-11:15am | RM 204

Quest at WUMC encompasses all our discipleship opportunities for children, students and adults.Through Quest, you will begin to increase your understanding of scripture, explore your faith, and grow in your faith. Quest Classes are short and long-term Bible studies, held on Sundays and Wednesdays, geared to assist you in your growth and understanding of biblical principles and topics. Embark on your quest today.

Check out all the NEW Quest classes going on now at brand new times. You can also visit us online at woodlakeumc.org/quest for a complete description of classes and to register.

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LIVING AS CHRISTIANSRM 205-206 | Don Vaught & Millicent McFadden | members must purchase own book | “You’ll Get Through This: Hope and Help for Your Turbulent Times” by Max Lucado. Sometimes the challenges of life threaten to overwhelm us. We wonder how we’ll carry on after the day the bottom dropped out. Join us.

CONFRONTING THE CONTROVERSIESRM 201-202 | Mark Manasco and Weekly Team LeadersConfronting the Controversies will be looking towards the headlines in the New Year as we explore some of the “tough issues” of our time.

SERMON SERIESRM 101-102 | Weekly Team LeadersDon’t let the pastors have the last word! Come join us for a lively discussion, guided by a weekly rotation of team leaders, as we dig deeper into the scripture and sermon topic offered for that week.

SUNDAY MORNING

9:30AMQUEST

SUNDAY MORNING

11:00AMQUEST

WEDNESDAY

EVENINGQUEST

PARENTS OF TEENS1/17-2/21 | RM 205-206 | Heather Kinkead“Guardrails: Avoiding Regrets in Your Life” by Andy Stanley Guardrails. Join us as we establish some personal guardrails so we can lead by example for our teens to do the same.

PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDRENRM 201-202 | Tim and Virginia Holmstrom“The 5 Love Languages of Children” by Gary Chapman, Ross Campbell. Are you expressing your love in a way your child understands? Discover your child’s unique communication style, so you can better meet his or her deepest emotional needs.

SERMON SERIESRM 101-102 | Weekly Team LeadersDon’t let the pastors have the last word! Come join us for a lively discussion, guided by a weekly rotation of team leaders, as we dig deeper into the scripture and sermon topic offered for that week.

EXPLORERSRM 207 | Tom SimpsonThe Gospel of Luke. Adults of all ages seek God in the Holy Scriptures. Bring your questions, your curiosity, your desire to learn, and your willingness to be transformed by The Living Word.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY STUDY1/6-3/23 | RM 201-202 | Tracy Gregory | $17“Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman” by Beth Moore. Join Beth in a very personal examination of this great story of threat and deliverance as she peels back the layers of history and shows how very contemporary and applicable the story of Esther is to our lives today.

CONFRONTING THE CONTROVERSIESRM 205-206 | Mark Manasco and Weekly Team LeadersConfronting the Controversies will be looking towards the headlines in the New Year as we explore some of the “tough issues” of our time.

MEN’S MINISTRY STUDYRM 204 | Chris Frazier | $12Join the conversation, as men strive to put Christ at the center of all they do - at work, home, church, in mission. Studies are a wide range of popular men’s authors.

JOURNEY1/6-3/2 | RM 207 | John and Melinda Carter | $10“Discussing Mere Christianity: Exploring the History, Meaning, and Relevance of C.S. Lewis’s Greatest Book” Join the discussion!

MANAGING GOD’S STOREHOUSE: A Road to Abundance and Generosity1/27, 2/3, 2/17, 2/24 RM 205-206 | Jimmy Lee | FREEDelve deeper into household budgeting and financial management topics, get help with insurance, wills, budgeting and understanding the true cost of debt.

Explore your Faith. Engage with Friends. Embark on your Journey!

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Make disciples of Jesus Christ, demonstrate Christ’s love in action and promote a climate of caring community

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PASTORALMINISTRY

CONTACT PASTORAL CARE MINISTRYMarie Misiaszek, DirectorTracy Garner, Pastoral & Administrative Assistantcare@woodlakeumc.org woodlakeumc.org/care

The Congregational Care Ministry provides compassionate caring concern through personal contact with members of the church family who have special needs for spiritual support. This care ministry reaches out to people who are experiencing personal or extended family illnesses that require hospital care or long term follow up to those who have lost a loved one, to the homebound and those requiring nursing facilities. The Director of Congregational Care is available, along with our Pastors, to pray, support and counsel members of our church family and community through difficult situations. These interactions are managed confidentially. Congregational Care is a ministry for all believers.

LAY COMMUNIONA team of dedicated to volunteers take consecrated communion elements to homes, nursing homes or hospitals for those unable to attend worship. This occurs monthly on each communion Sunday, for special observances, and as requested. If you would like to volunteer for this ministry or you or someone you know would like to receive Communion, contact Marie Misiaszek at 804-739-4535 x 8863 or marie@woodlakeumc.org.

STEPHEN MINISTRYStephen Ministry is a ministry of caring Stephen Ministers are people in our congregation who are trained to listen and help others sort through their feelings. They are not counselors or therapists; rather, they are caring Christian friends who can offer a listening ear to help others through the tough times in life.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRYKnitted and crocheted items can be dropped off in the church anytime you have one complete. The Pastoral Care Team will deliver them on visits to hospitals, nursing homes & rehab centers. As you knit or crochet, please pray over your work!

DRIVE TO SERVEJoin a group of volunteers who give their time to drive our senior citizens or people who are unable to transport themselves to worship and other church events. If you are interested, please contact Marie at marie@woodlakeumc.org or 804-739-4535 x 8863.

COLLEGE CARE PACKAGESCare packages are sent during the school year to support our college-age members away at school. If you know of a college student who would like to receive a care package, send their name and address to marie@woodlakeumc.org.

FUNERAL HOSPITALITYFuneral receptions are provided by our United Methodist Women as a gift to those who have lost a loved one. Compassionate women provide and serve food in the Gathering Space outside of the Worship Center following the funeral service. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please contact Sandy Delp at 804-739-2109.

MEALS OF LOVEThe Healing Ministry provides meals for families in times of need - after surgery, a time of loss. We are always in need for folks who are willing to provide a meal when needed - homemade or take out is fine. It’s the love from a church family that the meal expresses that’s most important. Please contact Marie at 804-739-4535 x 8863 or marie@woodlakeumc.org for more information about how and when meals are scheduled and how you can help.

Congregational Care Ministries

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If you have a pastoral care need, have a question or wish to serve in this ministry of caring, please contact Marie Misiaszek, Director of Congregational care by email or by calling (804) 739-4535, ext. 8863.

BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUPGroup members share their challenges and successes including solutions, doctors, therapies and medications in a very supportive environment. 2nd Monday each month | RM 105 | 6:45-8pm Elaine JaFolla > 804 647-5875 | elaine.jafolla@gmail.com

PERMISSION TO GRIEVEA Support Group for those who have lost a loved one. Sometimes we need to talk with people who have experienced a similar loss and can understand our grief2nd Monday each month | 6:30-7:30pm RM 201 | Karen Adkins > 804 639-1451 elikerri@comcast.net

HEART STRINGSHeart Strings is a support group for those raising adopted or foster children or interested in the process. 2nd Monday each month | 7-8:30pm | RM 205 | Connie Whetstine > 804 651-3820 heartstrings@woodlakeumc.org

TGIF… THROUGH GRIEF IN FRIENDSHIPWidow’s support lunch group that meets for fellowship and fun. 1st Monday each month | 12:00pm Lunch at local restaurants | Cost of meal Sandy Delp > 804 739-2109 sandydelp42@gmail.com

IN IT TOGETHERA Support Group for Parents of Children with Special Needs A support group for parents of children with special needs to share challenges and successes.1st Sunday each month | 5-7pm |RM 201 Paul & Mandy McNamara mandy11482@gmail.com

WOMEN DESIRING WELLNESS...SPIRIT, MIND, BODYA support group that focuses on overall wellness through diet, exercise, and spiritual encouragement. Fridays| 10:00-11:00am | RM 207 | Shirley Jones > 804 937-2476 shirleyej65@yahoo.com

AA (ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS) A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope about alcoholism and the path of recovery. Sundays | 8–9pm | RM 101 Tom Brennan > 804 484-4664 brennan15903@verizon.net

AL ANON - JAMES RIVER SOUTH AREAAl Anon provides support for families of alcoholics by providing experience, strength, and hope on the path of recovery.Sundays | 8–9pm | RM 105 Christine Kling > 804 937-2314 klingchristine@hotmail.com

PARENTS OF TEENS CARE GROUPIs your teen in a season of struggle that weighs heavy on you and your family? You are not alone. Join us to discuss the challenges you face as parents of struggling teens. 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month | 6:30-7:30pm | RM 203 | Led by Mike and Jill Riddle

Support Groups

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MARCH 12 12:30AM-6:30PM

A Prayer Event for WUMC at WUMC

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MONEYSERVE WITH

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Through mission outreach, we have the opportunity to be rich by being generous.

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MISSIONSMINISTRY

CONTACT MISSIONS MINISTRYDr. Paul Baker, Executive Pastormissions@woodlakeumc.org woodlakeumc.org/missions

“We have different gifts, according to the grace given us.” – Romans 12:6. We have been blessed with these gifts so that we may be a blessing to others. At WUMC we encourage all our members to put their gifts to use in acts of service to others. Christ calls his disciples to live out their faith in the world. He gives us many examples of how to live in this world, but the image most often described is one of a servant. In order for us to be followers of Jesus we must be servants for the world. All are invited to participate in a variety of mission efforts each month throughout the year. In 2016, the goal is for all the Woodlake UMC family to be rich in good deeds, as we give generously by sharing God’s blessings. Visit us online at woodlakeumc.org/missions to find out more information on ways to serve both in and outside of the church.

30 Hour FamineCamp Rainbow

CARITASChurch Landscaping

Community Garden WorkFairgrounds Turkeys

Give this Christmas AwayHigh School Mission Trip

Hinton Mission TripInternational Mission Trip

James Gang ProjectsLakeshore Clean-Up

Mercy MallMiddle School Mission TripMt. Moriah Soup Kitchen

Regional Mission TripShalom Farms

UMFS Cottage Activities

30 Hour FamineBackpack Ministry

Belmont Plastic BagsChrist Care PackagesCommunity Garden

Emergency Food PantryFEED23112

Fishes and Loaves MinistryGreen Beans and Fruit Ministry

Heifer ProjectMt. Moriah Soup Kitchen

Shalom FarmsSouper Bowl of Caring

Stop Hunger NowSunday Sandwiches

ZOE Orphan Empowerment

30 Hour FamineBe Rich Offering

Beds for KidsCCHASM

CRC Child SponsorInternational MissionsJames Gang Projects

No More MalariaRegional Mission TripsSouper Bowl of Caring

Stop Hunger NowVBS School SuppliesZOE Orphan Program

MT. MORIAH SOUP KITCHENTwice a month Woodlake UMC feeds a hot lunch to 400 homeless men, women and children at the Mt. Moriah Church in Richmond through “Richmond Friends of the Homeless”. You can help bring smiles to those less fortunate by providing them a good hot meal to eat!Karen | elikerri@comcast.net

FISHES AND LOAVES Since 2004, WUMC members have been supplying snack foods and microwaveable nonperishable food items to a local hospital to benefit families who have children in the hospital and who have to stay for a long period of time. If you’d like to contribute, you may place donations in the Mission Drop-off bin. Tracy Garner | tgarner@woodlakeumc.org

Upcoming Mission Projects

INFORMATIONAL MISSION TEAM MEETING FEBRUARY 9, 2016 | 7PM | RM 101 CONSTRUCTION//EVANGELISM//MEDICAL

HAITIINTERNATIONAL MISSIONS 2016

INFORMATIONAL MISSION TEAM MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 2016 | 9:30AM | RM 118 MULTI-GENERATIONAL FAMILY MISSION TRIP

HINTONF A M I L Y MISSIONS 2016

SUNDAY SANDWICHES WUMC partners with Richmond Friends of the Homeless to deliver sandwiches to 75 people in need one Sunday a month.Sonia Brokaw, sbrokaw309@gmail.com

UMFS COTTAGE SPONSORSHIP As part of our partnership with United Methodist Family Services, we are sponsoring a cottage where eight middle school boys reside. Once a month, a group from WUMC has an opportunity to spend an evening with these boys, helping provide hope by sharing God’s love. Connie Whetstine whetstinecl@gmail.com

JAMES GANGThe James Gang is a service-based ministry within WUMC to provide services in carpentry, home repair, HVAC, landscaping, painting, and cleaning, to name a few.

HINTON FAMILY MISSION TRIPGreat family mission trip! All family members ages 10+ are welcome to join the team this summer in doing home repairs and construction for those in need in the Appalachian Mountains. You’ll meet and work one-on-one with families in need - a truly unforgettable experience.Bruce & Marie Misiaszek | $395 | Space is limited | marie@woodlakeumc.org

CHRIST CARE PACKAGES Christ Care Packages are packages that can be kept in our car, thereby enabling us to be prepared when God puts the homeless in our lives. We invite you to gather with us throughout the year to donate items and assemble the bag during Connect worship, or feel free to make your own bags at home. Nancy Edwards, nancybrink64@gmail.com

At Woodlake UMC, we realize that one size does not always fit all, so we offer five different styles of worship services each weekend.

CHILDRENMINISTRYWOODLAKE

WORSHIPMINISTRY

CONTACT WORSHIP MINISTRYDarren Raley, DirectorMichael Berkley, Associate Directorworship@woodlakeumc.org woodlakeumc.org/worship

WOODLAKE UMC SERVICE TIMES > A Simpler Sunday Morning > New Sunday Morning Service Times

8:00am > Communion Service | GrowZone9:30am > Band-Driven Service | Adult Quest | KidZWorship | GrowZone11:00am > Traditional Service | Adult & Youth Quest | KidZWorship | GrowZone

Wednesdays at Woodlake > Come and be refreshed!

5:45pm > First Fruits Dinner7:00pm > Prayer Service

9:30 BAND DRIVEN MUSICIANS These musicians passion is serving our Risen Christ with cutting edge modern praise music and multi-media worship presentations.contact > Michael Berkleymberkley@woodlakeumc.org

CONNECT PRAISE BAND The Connect Band is comprised of volunteer musicians and vocalists who lead Praise and Worship for Connect.contact > Darren Raleydraley@woodlakeumc.org

WOODLAKE ORCHESTRA The orchestra helps lead worship during our 11:00 Traditional Service. Must have 2 years experiencecontact > Darren Raleydraley@woodlakeumc.org

KIDZCHOIR KidZchoir is an awesome opportunity for children to learn songs and sing praises to the Lord! All are welcome to join.contact > Mary Kathryn van Eerden mkvaneerden@woodlakeumc.org

WOODLAKE CHOIR This choir helps to lead worship at our 11:00 Traditional Service as well as presenting seasonal concerts or programs.contact > Darren Raley draley@woodlakeumc.org

RINGERS HANDBELL CHOIRA three-octave group of beginner and intermediate ringers who come together to make a joyful sound unto the Lord using handbells as well as accompaning the Woodlake Choir.contact > Debby Howard debe32752@gmail.com

Worship Music Ministry

REV. ERIN REIBEL > Associate Pastor ereibel@woodlakeumc.org

REV. GORDON PRUITT > Lead Pastor gpruitt@woodlakeumc.org

REV. PAUL BAKER > Executive Pastor pbaker@woodlakeumc.org

Pastors

Coffee with the Pastors > January 20 | 6:30-8:00pmNew Member Class > January 24| 5-7pmNew Member Weekend > January 30-31

Coffee with the Pastors > April 10 | 12:30-2pmNew Member Class > April 17| 5-7pmNew Member Weekend > April 23-24

Coffee with the Pastors > July 20 | 6:30-8:00pmNew Member Class > July 27| 6:30-8:00pmNew Member Weekend > July 30-31

Coffee with the Pastors > Come meet with the Pastors and hear each other’s faith stories. You will learn about Woodlake UMC, its history and purpose, and discuss what it means to be a member. Light refreshments provided.

Coffee with the

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2016!

MIDDLE SCHOOLRALEIGH, NCHIGH SCHOOLBLUE RIDGE MTNS, NC

JULY 10-15

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MS/HS YOUTH

$350

IF:GATHERINGVideo Broadcast of IF:GATHERING 2016

Women’s Event

April 16 | 9-3$20 > register by 3/15 for $15Lunch Provided | More info coming | Walk-ins welcome

Do you cook for yourself or others? Then join us for a special food safety course provided by Chesterfield Environmental Health Department. 3/3 | 6-8pm | $4 | RM 101 Contact Gayle Turner at gturner@woodlakeumc.org

Easter Egg HuntSATURDAY, MARCH 19

4:00-5:00PM

Community-Wide

EVERYONE IS WELCOME Children ages 2-10 please bring a basket!

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