Weekly newsletter form Woodinvill Community Church

1. Weekly News from WCUMC-7/06/2014
“God’s Spirit-Filled People”
A Sermon Series on Acts
“We’re ALL in Ministry Together”
Acts 6:1-7
Acts 6:1-7
About that time, while the number of disciples continued to increase, a
complaint arose. Greek-speaking disciples accused the Aramaic-speaking
disciples because their widows were being overlooked in the daily food
service. The Twelve called a meeting of all the disciples and said, “It
isn’t right for us to set aside proclamation of God’s word in order to
serve tables. Brothers and sisters, carefully choose seven well-respected
men from among you. They must be well-respected and endowed by the
Spirit with exceptional wisdom. We will put them in charge of this
concern. As for us, we will devote ourselves to prayer and the service of
proclaiming the word.” This proposal pleased the entire community.
They selected Stephen, a man endowed by the Holy Spirit with
exceptional faith, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and
Nicolaus from Antioch, a convert to Judaism. The community presented
these seven to the apostles, who prayed and laid their hands on them.
God’s word continued to grow. The number of disciples in Jerusalem
increased significantly. Even a large group of priests embraced the
faith.
The Holy Spirit is in control, even when God’s people are in tension…
… while the number of disciples continued to increase, a complaint
arose. Greek-speaking disciples accused the Aramaic-speaking disciples
because their widows were being overlooked in the daily food service.

2. Godly wisdom provides the way.
The Twelve called a meeting of all the disciples and said, “It isn’t right
for us to set aside proclamation of God’s word in order to serve tables.
3Brothers and sisters, carefully choose seven well-respected men from
among you.
Godly Qualifications for Christian Leadership (v. 3)
1. Well Respected
2. Endowed by the Spirit
3. Exceptional Wisdom
The Body of Christ is meant to be a partnership of ministers under
the Lordship of Jesus Christ
1 Corinthians 12:12, 27
Christ is just like the human body—a body is a unit and has many parts;
and all the parts of the body are one body, even though there are
many…
…You are the body of Christ and parts of each other.
Ephesians 4:11-12
He gave some apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some
pastors and teachers. 12His purpose was to equip God’s people for the
work of serving and building up the body of Christ …
As the church prays for and confirms the ministry of God’s people…
the Holy Spirit empowers the church and its mission.
Acts 6:6-7
The community presented these seven to the apostles, who prayed and
laid their hands on them. God’s word continued to grow. The number
of disciples in Jerusalem increased significantly…
For Personal or Group Reflection
1. Think of the ministries of this congregation. What responsibilities
would you gladly give up? Never give up? Share with others?
2. How could the widows (in this passage) have been neglected? Do you
know of widows who are being neglected? Who? How?
3. Why were the “seven” to be well-respected, endowed by the spirit,
with exceptional wisdom?
4. Why were these tasks of service given such attention?
5. Were the “Twelve” too good to be doing the serving of the
widows? Why were they looking for others to take on such tasks? How
does that apply to our congregation and the Church today?
Next Week’s Message 6:8-7:30
Pastor Rick Vinther preaching

3. THIS WEEK AT WCUMC
Sunday - 7/06
 Evening Prayer, 5:30 PM, Prayer Room
Monday - 7/07
 Talk Time, 7:00 PM, Rooms 10 & 11
Tuesday - 7/08
 Sewing Group, 6:00 PM, Memorial Room
 Ministry Steering Team, 7:00 PM. Room 10
Wednesday - 7/09
 Last day to collect goods for Rummage Sale
Thursday - 7/10
 Rummage Sale Set-up Day 10 - 4
 Worship Team Rehearsal, 7:00 PM, Sanctuary
Friday - 7/11
 Rummage Sale for Nepal Mission Trip, 9 - 3, CH
Saturday - 7/12
 Rummage Sale for Nepal Mission Trip, 9 - 3, CH
Sunday - 7/13
 Open Door Sunday School Class , 9:00 AM
 Nursery Care is available in the Children’s Wing during worship

4.  10:30 AM Worship Service
 Mariners Game, 1:10 PM, Safeco Field
 Evening Prayer, 5:30 PM, Prayer Room
Rummage Sale to Support
Nepal Mission Trip
On July 11-12, we will be having a church rummage sale to support our
fall mission trip to Nepal. Do you have items you could contribute?
Household goods, children’s clothing, utensils you don’t use,
kitchenware, clothing or shoes you don’t wear that are in good
condition?
Bring contributions to Room 16 by
Wednesday, July 9.
Tell your friends and neighbors
about the sale!
We have a lot of great new and gently used "treasures" at great bargain
prices. Shown below are just a few of our over 200 items currently
available. And more to come this week we hope.

5. Outdoor Adventures
Float Trip down the Skykomish River
Sunday, July 20 , after Church
Bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and put any electronic in a zip lock
bag, and get ready to have fun. Join us as we float the scenic Skykomish
River between Sultan and Monroe. We'll supply the rafts, paddles and
life jackets. Cost is only $5, paid on the day of the trip. Meet at Sultan
at 1:00 PM. "We should be done around 6:00 PM or so.
Please sign up in the foyer. Any questions, talk to Bob or Sandy
Clemence (425-486-0762)

6. All Church Family Retreat
Camp David Jr. on Lake Crescent
August 23-26
Join us as we relax in the beauty, experience new adventures, share with
friends and family, and trust more in Christ as we learn together.
$100 - Adults $40 Kids (6-12) Free( children under 5)
REGISTER TODAY - COST GOES UP $25 ON JUNE 30
FAQ Sheet available on display in foyer. For more info, contact Kim
Knudsvig, DeAnna Ankrum, or Evelyn Carlson 425-483-5252
or email Kim at crossfirelife@gmail.com

7. FOOD BANK VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARE
Do you like meeting new people? Do you like praying for people's
needs? The Woodinville Storehouse is looking for a Volunteer
Coordinator to coordinate teams once or twice a month while the food
bank is open. Duties include coordinating teams, interviewing and
registering new clients, collecting prayer requests and praying with
clients.
Contact Della at 425-483-1391 or dellahaug@hotmail.com.
STOREHOUSE NEEDS THIS WEEK
 Rice-a-Roni
 Peanut Butter
 Ravioli
 Tomato Sauce
 Chili
 Spaghettios

8. Financial Snapshot
General Fund
Income, wk ending 6/29/14 $ 8,144
Income, weekly avg, year-to-date $ 10,155
Expenses, weekly avg, year-to-date $ 9,491
2014 weekly budgeted expenses $ 9,896
Faith Promise
Total Faith Promises pledged, 2013 - 14 $ 90,560
Faith Promise Beginning Balance $ 12,439
Received 11/1/13 - 6/29/14 $ 65,591
Disbursed 11/1/13 - 6/29/14 $ 60,386
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.
779,54910,381
Prayer Chain Requests
Prayer Chain requests call Barbara Clark 425-483-3885. After 6:00 PM
call Mary Harvey at 425-827-2883 or call 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!
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