Jeremy Ellington, a missionary from India, spoke at the Woodinville Community United Methodist Church (WCUMC) about how God wants to amaze us. He shared examples from 20 years of ministry in India. Jeremy said God wants us to connect with Him, but it only works when Jesus is involved. He closed by saying God wants to amaze us with His goodness, love, and power, but we must let Him in to experience it. Afterward, Jeremy and his wife Joy shared more about their ministry in India through slides and video. The newsletter also announced upcoming church events, classes, and volunteer opportunities.

1. Weekly News from WCUMC-
9/04/2016

2. God Wants To Amaze Us
Jeremy and Joy Ellington, missionaries with Wind of the Spirit in
India, were in our congregation today, and Jeremy shared a message
that God wants to amaze us. Jeremy had many examples from his 20
years as a pastor in India that he shared with us.
Here are some of his thoughtful
comments:
God wants us to connect with him.
It doesn't work well until Jesus
gets there.
If you don't have it, you can't give
it.
Spirituality is like waterskiing, if
you don't grab it and hang on, you
don't make it up.
Jesus said "it's too big for me alone
to handle. I model what I see, and
what the Father does, I do."
Jeremy closed his message with this key point:
God want to amaze us with His goodness, His love, and His
power. But we must let Him in to experience it.
Following the service, a potluck lunch was shared and Jeremy and
Joy shared slides and video and told about some of the great things
that God was doing in their lives and in their ministry.
We thank God for what he is doing with this ministry, and pray that
He will continue to bless Jeremy and Joy.

3. THIS WEEK AT WCUMC
Sunday - 9/04
 Worship Service , 10:30 AM
 Potluck with the Ellingtons

Monday - 9/05 - OFFICE CLOSED for Labor Day
Tuesday - 9/06
 Women's Bible Fellowship, 9:00 AM, Gathering Place
 Men's Bible Study. 9:45 AM, Room 10
 Sewing Group, 6:00 PM, Memorial Room
Wednesday - 9/07
 Women's Bible Study, 9:30 AM, Memorial Room
 Youth Group, 6:00 PM, Crossfire Room
 Choir Practice, 7:15 PM. Sanctuary
Thursday - 9/08
Friday - 9/09
 Prime Timers Dinner, 6:00 PM, Celebration Hall
Saturday - 9/10
 Gladys Berry Memorial Service, 2:00 PM, Sanctuary
Sunday - 9/11
 Adult Sunday School, Open Door Class 9:00 AM
 10:30 AM - Worship Service

4. Wednesday Community Night
Youth Group (grades 6-8), 6-8 PM, Begins 9-7
Pioneer Club Kids Program (age 3-grade 5), Begins 9-21,
Adult Community Group. Begins 9-21
Nursery Care available (0-2 Yrs.)
Come share a meal every Wednesday at 6 PM, beginning
September 21
More details to come.
Sunday Adult Fall
Studies
OPEN DOOR CLASS - BEGINS
SEPTEMBER 11
Jesus is the Question
by Martin B. Copenhaver
Jesus is the Question considers the
questions Jesus asks—what they tell
us about Jesus and, more importantly,

5. what our responses might say about what it means to follow Him.
Through Jesus’ questions, he modeled the struggle, the wondering,
the thinking it through that helps us draw
closer to God and better understand, not just the answer,
but ourselves.
The class is taught by Don Morgan
Room 11 downstairs
Contact Don Morgan for details and/or to order a book.
dsmorg2@comcast.net
LADIES BOOK CLUB - BEGINS SEPTEMBER 18
Present over Perfect
by Shauna Niequist
Written in Shauna’s warm and vulnerable
style, this collection of essays focuses
on the most important transformation in
her life, and maybe yours too: leaving
behind busyness and frantic
living and rediscovering the person you
were made to be. Present Over Perfect is
a hand reaching out, pulling
you free from the constant pressure to
perform faster, push harder, and produce
more, all while maintaining
an exhausting image of perfection.
The class is led by Kim Knudsvig
Room 9 downstairs
COMING IN OCTOBER
"Following God" Class, taught by Phyllis Zornes. Continuing a study
on the Book of Daniel. Join the exciting story as the principles of
the Bible become practical for us to truly follow god in our everyday
life.
Coming in October - Memorial Room upstairs

6. Wednesday Women's Bible Study
Begins on September 7
Set Apart
Holy Habits of Prophets and Kings -
A Study of 1 and 2 Kings
TIME: 9:30 - 11:00 AM
LOCATION: Memorial Room
Set Apart is a dynamic 12-week study of
1 and 2 Kings that examines the holy habits of
the prophets and kings who were set apart by
their close walk with God.
Each week we will explore the central story of one of these
intriguing men of God and the specific practice each observed, as
well as what the Bible teaches about this practice.
Study books will be available soon. .
Questions? Contact Evelyn Carlson, evelynlcarlson@gmail.com
or 425-481-7095.
CHILDCARE POSITION AVAILABLE
We are looking for a qualified person to care for 2-3 children
from 9:30 - 11:30 AM on Wed.
Interested parties should contact Judith Batista at the church
office.
Confirmation Class
Begins Sept. 18 at 9:00 AM

7. Want to really explore God’s word? Interested in figuring out WHY we
believe what we believe and DO what we do in church?
Confirmation is an AWESOME way for Tweens and Teens to ask tough
questions and really come to understand their faith in a new and
LEGIT way.
Highly encouraged for students who were baptized as babies, but also
welcome to other students who want to learn more in depth about
the Bible and Methodist beliefs.
C
o-lab-orate--we work together (CO) to experiment and test scripture
and church history (LAB) and learn how to share what we find out
(ORATE).
Collaborate has 3 units of 15 weeks each. Unit 1 covers Methodist
beliefs, practices, and history and shows why they are still relevant
now. Units 2-3 overview the Bible.
karli@woodinvillechurch.org
Prime Timers Potluck Dinner
September 9 at 6 PM

8. Sing-Along with Wally Hamilton
Plus Special Guest Testimony
Please sign up for dish to bring on Sundays, August 28 and September
4
Opportunities to Serve
Woodinville Storehouse Food Bank is looking for additional
volunteers for the following positions:
1. A team (such as a small group, Bible Study or Sunday School
Class) or individuals to serve clients 1x per month on the 4th
Saturday.
2. Substitute bread deliverers.
For details contact Della Haug 206-999-1753 or
dellahoug@hotmail.com
Mount Rainier Camping Trip and
Gondola Ride

9. Sept. 9-11 (Friday night - Sunday)
Camping trip to Mount Rainer including a Gondola Ride at
Crystal Mountain ski resort.
Enjoy hiking or just enjoying the scenic views of Mount Rainer. The
Gondola Ride is wheelchair accessible with a restaurant and picnic
tables at the top.
WHERE: The White River camping area, NE of Mount Rainer.
NOTE the length limit for trailers is 18’ and 27’ for RV’s.
COST: $15 per person (includes 2 nights of camping).
Please pay directly to Woodinville Community Church.
EXTRA COSTS: $25 per vehicle Mount Rainer National
Park entrance fee.
Gondola ride: Adults (13-64) - $22, Youth (4-
12) - $12, Children (0-3) – free, Seniors (65+) - $17
Please contact Sandy or Bob Clemence for details (425-486-0762)
or to sign up in the church Narthex.
Financial Update
August, 2016
GENERAL FUND
Monthly Cash Flow
Beginning Cash Balance 8/1/16 - $ 32,253
August Cash Receipts $ 44,307
Less Tithe on Income ($ 4,092)
Less August Operating Expenses ($ 43,084)
GF Cash Balance 8/31/16 $ 29,184

10. FAITH PROMISE - YEAR 2016
Total Faith Promises Pledged, 2016 $ 77.085
Given to Faith Promise from Tithe Account $ 15,000
Total Available for 2016 Mission Support $ 92,085
Beginning Balance - Cash at 8/1/16 $ 14,196
Received 8/1/16 - 8/31/16 $ 7,986
Disbursed 8/1/16 - 8/31/16 ($ 6,992)
Faith Promise Ending Balance 8/31/16 $ 15,190
Want to give online?
Contributions can now be debited automatically from your checking
or savings account, or processed using your credit or debit card.
Simply follow these easy steps:
1. Go to www.wcumc.org
2. Click on the GIVE NOW button that appears on the top right
of the Home Page.
3. Click on the CREATE PROFILE button.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to create an online profile
and to schedule your recurring contributions to the church
Prayer Chain Requests
Prayer Chain requests may be called to Barbara Clark at 425-483-
3885 or the church at 425-483-5252 during office hours.
We hope to see you in church this Sunday and God Bless.
Have a great week!
This newsletter is published by Woodinville Community United Methodist Church for our
members, friends and all who love Jesus. Our vision is "To Share the Transforming Love
of Jesus Christ Across the Street and Around the World". If you are looking for a church
home with loving, devoted followers of our Lord, Jesus Christ, we invite you to attend
our Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 each Sunday. We are located at 17110 140th Ave
NE, Woodinville, WA 98072. Learn more at www.wcumc.org.