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Reveille United Methodist Church

4200 Cary Street Road, Richmond, Virginia 23221

(804) 359-6041 www.reveilleumc.org

March 6, 2011

In This Issue

Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper

Ash Wednesday Service

Altar Decorations During Lent

Worship This Sunday

Wonderful Wednesday

Senior Pastor to Sierra Leone

Joys and Concerns

Youth Group News

Opportunities for Lent and Easter

Leisure Club

History of Reveille Church to be Presented

Calling All Charter Members

Caring for God's Creation

Special Gifts

Attendance and Stewardship Report

Calendar

Fat Tuesday pancake supper

returns for seventh year

Fat Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday. Pancake suppers harken back to the middle ages as a way to use up sugar, eggs and other items not to be used during Lent as many Christians denied themselves sweets and other pleasurable foods for these 40 days.

On March 8, the Men's Prayer Breakfast group will be flipping pancakes at their seventh annual Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper. The men will serve from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. (please note time change from previous years). There is no charge for this supper, but love offerings gladly will be accepted to benefit the One Great Hour of Sharing offering that supports the work of UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief).

Worship for Alpha will begin at 6:30 followed by the evening's talk entitled "How Can We Have Faith?" Those coming for the supper are welcome to stay for Alpha.

Lent begins with

Ash Wednesday service

March 9, 7:00 p.m.

Lent is a period of 40 days, not including Sundays, when we are encouraged to engage in reflection and penitence in preparation for Easter. It is a time to reflect upon our mortality and on our need for the saving grace that comes to us in Christ Jesus. This year, our Ash Wednesday service will be led by the Reverend Abigail Kocher. Plan to start Lent with this solemn service in the sanctuary next Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

Altar decorations during Lent explained

During Lent, our altars will be covered with purple paraments or altar cloths. Purple is traditionally the color of royalty, and having a purple cloth on the altar helps people remember that Jesus is king. There are will be no flowers or any other decorations displayed in the sanctuary or chapel, thus saving flowers and new life for Easter Sunday and the resurrection. Sanctuary altar arrangements will consist of greens, pods, and berries arranged in a lovely fashion. Traditional displays of palms and lilies will be in the sanctuary on Palm Sunday and Easter.

Worship

March 6, 2010

8:30, 9:30, and 11:00

Preacher: Reverend Abigail Kocher

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Wonderful Wednesday

March 9

Before the Ash Wednesday service next week you are invited to join us at 6:00 p.m. in Wonderful Wednesday 30% the fellowship hall for our Wonderful Wednesday dinner. The menu will be crab cakes, baked potatoes, salad, dessert, and fruit. A kid-friendly menu also will be available.

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, March 7 at 3:00 p.m.

Senior pastor embarks on mission trip to Sierra Leone

On Saturday, March 5, I will be traveling to Sierra Leone to learn more about the Children's Rescue Center (CRC) located in Bo. Floris United Methodist Church in Herndon started this ministry several years ago, and because this work is so important, the CRC has grown by adding a number of partner churches. Our own Mark Dozier joined a work team last summer.

Sierra Leone is a very poor West African country located on the coast near the equator. In recent years Sierra Leone has been ravaged by a number of brutal civil wars leaving the country with an overwhelming number of orphans. The CRC seeks to address this compelling need. My goal is to gain a first-hand understanding of the situation and to help Reveille become more involved.

Since many African countries are now embroiled in civil unrest, several people have expressed concern for my safety. Fortunately, Sierra Leone is well south of the area of current concern, although it is still considered unstable. I am confident that this will be an enlightening experience, but I would appreciate your prayers while I am away. When I return, I plan to share what I have learned, so stay tuned.

Joys and Concerns

NEW MEMBERS

February 27, 2011

Susan and Michael Grinkemeyer

Jeremy and Allison Kahl

Jason Takacs

RECENTLY BAPTIZED

February 27, 2011

Delaney Catherine Nelson,

daughter of Mary and Ryan Nelson

Human beings are made to relate to one another, male and female, parent to child, friend to friend. Our relationships with God and each other have a huge impact on us. At youth group on Sunday night we will talk about the importance of relationships.

Youth Group News 65%

Our schedule is

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

Footprints of the Spirit

Opportunities for Lent and Easter 2011

March 8 Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper provided by Men's Prayer Group -

5:00 - 6:30 p.m. There is no charge, but donations to benefit UMCOR

(United Methodist Committee on Relief) will be accepted gladly.

March 9 Wonderful Wednesday Dinner at 6:00 p.m.; Ash Wednesday Service* at

7:00 p.m.

March 13 First Sunday in Lent - Traditional worship at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.;

The Point at 9:30 a.m.*

March 16 Wonderful Wednesday Dinner at 6:00 p.m. followed by Lenten service* with

Reverend Chancellor Hamilton at 7:00 p.m.

March 20 Second Sunday in Lent - Traditional worship at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.;

The Point at 9:30 a.m.*

March 23 Wonderful Wednesday Dinner at 6:00 p.m.; Lenten service* with Rev. Dr.

Lee Sheaffer at 7:00 p.m.

March 27 Third Sunday in Lent - Traditional worship at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.;

The Point at 9:30 a.m.*

March 30 Wonderful Wednesday Dinner at 6:00 p.m.; Lenten service* with

Rev. Laughton Corr at 7:00 p.m.

April 3 Fourth Sunday in Lent and UMW Sunday - Traditional Worship* at 8:30

and 11:00 a.m. with Holy Communion; The Point* at 9:30 a.m. with

Holy Communion

April 6 Wonderful Wednesday Dinner at 6:00 p.m.; Lenten service* with Rev.

Dr. Jim Noland at 7:00 p.m.

April 10 Fifth Sunday in Lent - Traditional worship at 8:30*; children's musical at

The Point at 9:30 and at the 11:00 a.m. service*

April 13 Wonderful Wednesday Dinner at 6:00 p.m.; children's musical at 6:30 p.m.

April 16 Easter Egg Hunt for children through second grade

April 17 Palm/Passion Sunday - Traditional worship at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.,*

children's palm procession at 11:00 a.m.; The Point* at 9:30 a.m.

April 21 Holy Thursday Communion Service* at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Abigail Kocher

April 22 Good Friday Service of Tenebrae* at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Jim Noland

April 24 Traditional Easter Sunday worship at 8:30 a.m.* with reception of new

members and Holy Baptism; Easter worship at The Point at 9:30 a.m. with

Holy Communion; traditional Easter Sunday worship at 11 a.m.* with Holy

Communion

* Child care will be provided.

Tuesday, March 15

11:00 a.m., Fellowship Hall

Covered Dish Luncheon

Main dish and drinks provided; please bring your favorite side dish or dessert.

Program: Barksdale Bifocals Players present Thanks, Mitch.

Synopsis of the story: As Mitch takes a break from his great-niece's wedding reception, one funny scene after another plays out when other wedding guests wander by and, in one way or another, tell Mitch their troubles. Good old Mitch solves all their problems. What a great guy!

The history of Reveille Church

to be presented March 15

The Richmond District of the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church has an historical society, and the current president is Bill Perkins. Mr. Perkins will present a short lecture on the history of Reveille Church on Tuesday, March 15 at 11:00 a.m. in our chapel, followed by a luncheon and tour. You are invited to come and learn more about Reveille's history. There is no charge for the lecture and tour, but if you would like to have a boxed lunch at a cost of $8.75, please call Mary Elizabeth Rountree at 272-7055.

Calling all charter members of Reveille

We would love to hear from former members of Union Station Methodist Church or Monument Methodist Church (or their family members). It is hoped that there is still memorabilia from these two churches in attics or basements that we may put in our history vault to be preserved as part of Reveille's history. If you have items to donate, please call Cheryl Arrington in the church office, 359-6041, extension 114, or e-mail her at carrington@reveilleumc.org.

Caring for God's creation

There is a large green bin with the recycle symbol on it in the fellowship hall. Please use it for all your recyclables - paper, cardboard, #1 and #2 plastic containers (number Recycling printed on container) and aluminum cans. Be sure to empty and rinse containers and cans.

Remember: All creation is the Lord's, and we have a responsibility to be good stewards of that creation. What can you do this week to care for God's creation? If you have ideas or suggestions, please contact Susan Creasey at creaseys@verizon.net.

Special Gifts

Reveille United Methodist Women

In memory of Ercil Casey

Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Stevenson, Jr.

Dr. Vivien Ely

Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Wright

VUMAC

Virginia United Methodist Assembly Center

In memory of Ercil Casey

Mrs. Marcella Bullock

Attendance and Stewardship Report

February 20, 2011

Worship Attendance...................................................... 416

Sunday School Attendance............................................. 245

Projected Collections for 2011............................... $1,268,574

Amount Received February 20, 2011.......................$ 9,474

Amount Received Through February 20, 2011.............$ 139,746

Calendar of Opportunities

Sunday, March 6

8:30 am Worship*(Chapel)

9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages (Education Building)

9:30 am Worship at The Point (Fellowship Hall)

9:30 am The Gathering Small Group* (Reveille House Dining Room)

9:30 am Epiphany Small Group* (Room 206)

10:30 am Coffee Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)

11:00 am Worship* (Sanctuary)

3:00 pm Joseph Rehearsal (Choir Room)

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 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, March 7

7:00 am Men's Prayer Breakfast (Fellowship Hall)

12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)

6:15 pm Reveille Ensemble (Sanctuary)

7:00 pm Reveille Ringers (Sanctuary)

Tuesday, March 8

9:30 am Staff Meeting (Reveille House Dining Room)

12:00 pm Frances Carroll Circle (Church Parlor)

12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)

12:30 pm Covenant Disciple Group (Reveille House Parlor)

6:00 pm Alpha (Fellowship Hall)

7:00 pm Duruflé Rehearsal (Choir Room)

7:00 pm Communications Committee (Reveille House Dining Room)

7:30 pm Scout Troop 444 (Room 211)

Wednesday, March 9

9:30 am Seekers Small Group* (Church Parlor)

9:30 am Believing God Bible Study (Room 210)

11:30 am Covenant Group (Church Parlor)

12:15 pm Midday Worship (Chancel)

12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)

6:00 pm Wonderful Wednesday* (Fellowship Hall)

7:00 pm Ash Wednesday Service (Sanctuary)

Thursday, March 10

7:30 am Church Council Planning Group (Reveille House Dining Room)

12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)

7:00 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal* (Choir Room)

7:00 pm Mothers' Small Group (Reveille House Parlor)

7:30 pm CrossPoint Rehearsal* (Fellowship Hall)

Friday, March 11

12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Chapel)

*Child care provided

For more information, call the church office at (804) 359-6041.

Reveille is online at www.reveilleumc.org.