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Reveille United Methodist Church
4200 Cary Street Road, Richmond, Virginia 23221
October 17, 2010
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Small Group and Alpha Informational Meetings
This Sunday, October 17
If you would like to "jump start" your faith journey, explore the meaning of faith more fully, and get to know other members, we hope you will join us this Sunday, October 17 to learn about small groups and the Alpha study course in the fellowship hall following The Point at 10:45 a.m. or following the 11:00 worship service at 12:15 p.m.
Small groups center on disciples sharing their faith journey with a group of Christian friends with mutual encouragement and accountability. Involvement in a small group provides a wonderful avenue for spiritual growth and help in living out our commitments to love God with our hearts, to know God with our heads, and to serve God with our hands.
We each have our own questions that we ask of God and faith. Why do bad things happen to innocent people? Why did Jesus have to die? Alpha is another small group opportunity to explore these and other questions in a relaxed, friendly setting.If you feel that you have never really understood the basics of the Christian faith or just want a refresher with a chance to meet others, Alpha can help. Some have described this 10-week study as an "adult confirmation" experience.
Join us in the fellowship hall to learn more about both of these opportunities. Light refreshments will be served for this 30-minute meeting.
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Benefit for Haiti
Last January, the tiny country of Haiti was devastated by an earthquake. The Haitian people are still recovering, and you have a twofold opportunity to help by giving a monetary donation, and/or attending an inspiring theatrical production, at the same time. On Saturday, October 16,Were You There, with libretto created by Robert J. Phanord, II, will be presented in Reveille's sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. This production, based on the Passion of Christ, will be offered by a large choir, comprised of singers from Richmond and the east coast, and will have orchestral accompaniment. The play will be done by 60 actors in full costume, and all will be directed by Robert J. Phanord, II. The choral selections will include works by Mozart, Faure, Rutter, Handel, Vierne, Vittoria and others, plus several compositions by Mr. Phanord. Donations may be made to: Central VA Arts Mission, which will in turn go to the Red Cross, Haiti division. Please join us for this unique and inspiring opportunity.
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Worship
October 17, 2010
8:30 and 11:00
Preacher: Rev. Abigail Kocher
Scripture: Luke 18:1-8
Sermon: "Perfect Prayer"
9:30 - The Point
Preacher: Dwayne Stinson, Director of Youth Ministries
Scripture: Jeremiah 31:27-34
Sermon: "An Invitation to Engrave"
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Joys and Concerns
IN SYMPATHY
The Reveille family extends Christian love and sympathy to Mike Hilleary and family on the death of his grandmother, Ann Flatley, on October 8 in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
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Stop Hunger Now
Many thanks to the Reveille community for your over-whelming response to volunteer to package 10,000 meals for Stop Hunger Now. Your generosity raised the needed $2500 to prepare those meals. The response was so great for volunteers that we have enough people to prepare 20,000 meals and we have the physical space to do it. The Outreach Committee would like to make 20,000 meals a reality, but we will need an additional $2500. We are a blessed congregation. At 25¢ meal, this is a real bargain. Please prayerfully consider helping Reveille double its goal and put all of our volunteers to work.
If you would like to make a donation, please make your check payable to Reveille UMC and write in the memo section, Stop Hunger Now. Your donation may be put in the offering plate on Sunday or mailed to the church office.
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Teenagers are typecast by the culture. From Katy Perry's song "Teenage Dream" to movies like "Easy A," the world boxes teens into a mold. Sunday night, October 17, our youth group will evaluate some of these views to see if there is truth in them, and ultimately, whether we can break that mold.
Our schedule is as follows:
 4:30 p.m. Middle school youth group/high school choir
5:30 p.m. Dinner ($3)
6:00 p.m. High school youth group/middle school choir
Four straight games of laser tag, followed by a night of games and movies - the fall lock-in - Friday, October 22 through Saturday, October 23, 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. The cost is $20/person, which you can pay ahead or bring that night. For more details, e-mail Dwayne Stinson at dwayne@reveilleumc.org.
Middle school youth: The fall retreat is November 12-14! The band will be Stereoreel and the speaker, back by popular demand, is Richmond's own Joe Torrence. The retreat includes worship, workshops, and small groups with 600 youth from around Virginia. If you plan to attend, please get a check for $115 (made out to Reveille) to Dwayne by this Sunday, October 17.
The youth hayride is Halloween night, October 31, from 5:30-9:00 p.m. Sign up at youth group or by e-mailing Dwayne. Cost information will be available in next week's Window.
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The Bible from Scratch
The Bible From Scratchis a seven-week Bible study that begins this Sunday, October 17, at 5:00 p.m. The class is an overview of the Old Testament designed to help you feel more at home reading and studying the Bible. If you grew up hearing the most familiar Bible stories but now want to explore unfamiliar parts of the Bible or would like to see how the stories you know fit into your life today, this class may be what you are looking for. A student study resource will be available for purchase in the first class. You can register for the class on line at www.reveilleumc.org. Child care will be available.
If you have questions or would like more information, contact Carol Uzzle, Minister for Teaching and Learning, at 359-6041, ext. 117 or discipleship@reveilleumc.org.
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Tuesday, October 19
11:00 a.m.
Fellowship Hall
Covered Dish Luncheon; main dish and drinks provided.
Please bring your favorite side dish or dessert.
Program: "More Than Moving for Seniors" by Susan Campbell. Susan will give tips on how to downsize, consolidate and organize.
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Wonderful Wednesday
October 20
Come and join us at 6:00 p.m. for our weekly fellowship meal. The menu will be shrimp scampi with garlic-infused Basmati rice, fresh asparagus, yeast rolls, fruit and dessert. The cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 4 to 12 and free for anyone under 4. Please make a reservation for the dinner by signing the friendship pad on Sunday morning or by calling the church office by Monday, October 18 at 3:00 p.m.
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Do You Know...
...the origin of the carved wood panel of The Last Supper that is presently above the altar in the chapel?If you have information as to the giver, when it was given, and whether or not it was given in honor or in memory of someone, please call Cheryl Arrington in the church office at 359-6041, ext. 114.
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Honduras Mission Trip - July 2011
Have you ever thought about ministering to people in a third world country? If you feel called to participate with a medical mission team going to Honduras next July, come to a brief informational meeting to find out more. Spanish speaking and medical skills are helpful but not required. Two information sessions will be held, both in the Reveille House parlor: Sunday, October 24, following the 11:00 service and Sunday, November 7, following The Point.
If you have questions and are unable to attend either meeting, please feel free to contact: Mary Kay Jarrett at jarrettfam@comcast.net or 285-8888, or Al Rogers at ahrog@aol.com or 314-2617.
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The Hermitage Guild Presents
The Christmas Bazaar
with Bake Sale, Country Store, and Clothing Rooms
Friday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 23, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Hermitage
1600 Westwood Avenue
Richmond, VA 23227
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Accompanist Needed
A piano accompanist is needed for the Elementary Choir (grades 3-5) beginning in January 2011. The requirements are keyboard ability, music reading skills, willingness to play in public, and ability to follow the director and accompany 34 angelic voices, as well as the ability to attend rehearsals on Sundays from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and be present for the Sundays that the Elementary Choir sings. Our season will end in mid-April. If you would like to help, please contact Cathy Armistead at cathya@reveilleumc.org or call 359-6041, ext. 123.
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Chancel Choir is Growing, but Needs More Tenors and Basses
The Chancel Choir is growing. These are the folks who are new or have returned in the past two years: Gerald Bullock, Olletta Cheatham, Christy Cornell, Jackie Crenshaw, Mary Evans, Maggie Farmer, BreAnn Jones, Susan Mudd, Victoria Nelson, Robert Phanord, II, Sue Sheaffer, Martha Shippee, and Kara Stover. Meredith McNeill will return soon from South Carolina. This is something to celebrate; however, we need more male voices. We have three basses and one tenor who are able to attend rehearsals on a regular basis, but we need several more. If you sing, please help us fill the choir loft on Sunday mornings and the choir room on Thursday nights. Contact Cathy Armistead, Director of Music Ministries, at cathya@reveilleumc.org or call 359-6041, ext.123.
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Special Gifts
Swansboro School Project
In memory of Larry Murtaugh
Dennis and Kay King
General Memorial Fund
In memory of Lester Mosher
CDR W. C. and Elsie Bailey
Loreta L. Bragg
R. W. Deltz
Michael and Carol Eagan
Donald C. Knowlden
Ray and Joanne Louderback
Roger and Carol Noble
Laura B. Vetter
Elmer and Betty West
Mr. and Mrs. Terry R. Louderback
Michael and Nancy Petters
Jay and Marilyn Miller
Leland and Lena Lewis
Christine J. Cavanaugh
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Calendar of Opportunities
Sunday, October 17
8:30 am Worship* (Chapel)
8:30 am Stephen Ministry Training Class (Reveille House Dining Room)
9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages (Education Building)
9:30 am Worship at The Point (Fellowship Hall)
10:30 am Coffee Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)
10:45 am Small Groups and Alpha Presentation (Fellowship Hall)
11:00 am Worship * (Sanctuary)
12:15 pm Small Groups and Alpha Presentation (Fellowship Hall)
4:30 pm High School Youth Choir (Choir Room)
 4:30 pm Middle School Youth Group (Room 200)
5:00 pm Primary Choir Rehearsal (Room 104)
5:00 pm Cherub Choir Rehearsal (Room 105)
5:00 pm EGR Small Group * (Reveille House Parlor)
5:00 pm Christian Worldview * (Room 207)
5:00 pm The Bible from Scratch (Room 209)
5:00 pm Elementary Ringers (Sanctuary)
5:30 pm Elementary Choir Rehearsal (Room 211)
5:30 pm Sunday Night Dinner (Fellowship Hall)
5:45 pm Primary Ringers (Sanctuary)
6:00 pm Middle School Youth Choir (Choir Room)
6:00 pm High School Youth Group (Room 200)
Monday, October 18
7:00 am Men's Prayer Breakfast (Fellowship Hall)
9:30 am Garden Committee (Grounds)
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)
6:15 pm Reveille Ensemble (Sanctuary)
7:00 pm Reveille Ringers (Sanctuary)
Tuesday, October 19
9:30 am Staff Meeting (Reveille House Dining Room)
11:00 am Leisure Club (Fellowship Hall)
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)
7:00 pm Staff-Parish Relations Committee (Reveille House Parlor)
7:30 pm Scout Troop 444 (Fellowship Hall)
Wednesday, October 20
9:30 am The Seekers Class * (Church Parlor)
10:00 am From Fear to Freedom * (Room 210)
12:15 pm Midday Worship (Chancel)
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)
6:00 pm Wonderful Wednesday * (Fellowship Hall)
6:45 pm From Fear to Freedom * (Reveille House Parlor)
6:45 pm Worship Committee (Reveille House Dining Room)
Thursday, October 21
12:15 pm Trustees (Reveille House Dining Room)
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)
7:00 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal * (Choir Room)
7:30 pm CrossPoint Rehearsal * (Fellowship Hall)
Friday, October 22
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)
8:00 pm Youth Lock-In (Fellowship Hall)
* Child care provided
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For more information, call the church office at (804) 359-6041.
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