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Reveille United Methodist Church
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 Curious about Alpha?
Come to the Celebration Dinner next Tuesday
You are invited to a celebration dinner on Tuesday, May 3, at 6:00 p.m. What are we celebrating? The completion of Reveille's first Alpha course.
God has been at work among more than sixty participants, and we want to share with friends and our Reveille church family. If you have thought about being part of Alpha but were not quite sure what the course was like, we hope you will join us for the celebration.
Please register for dinner online here, e-mail Carol Uzzle, Minister for Teaching and Learning, or call her at 359-6041, ext. 117. A donation of $6 to cover the cost of the meal is suggested. Child care will be available.
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Worship
May 1, 2010
8:30 and 11:00
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Jim Noland
Scripture: John 20:19-31
Sermon: "After the Main Event"
9:30 - The Point
Preacher: Rev. Abigail Kocher
Scripture: John 20:19-31
Theme: Body Language
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Wheelchairs are available
During the period of construction, parking for those with special needs is along the side of the driveway leading into the parking lot from Cary Street Road. This means a longer walk for those who have mobility issues. To assist, wheelchairs will be available near the doorway by the weekday school office each Sunday.
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Geraniums for sale this Sunday
 The United Methodist Urban Ministries of Richmond Auxiliary will sell geraniums this Sunday, May 1, for $4.50 per 4.5 inch pot. A table will be set up for this sale along the walkway outside Reveille House between the house and the education building.
All proceeds will go to Shalom Farms, a United Methodist Church ministry that provides organic produce to Richmond food banks and community center nutritional programs. For more information, e-mail Sheelagh Davis.
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Prayerful Reflection at Easter
As we approach the end of the week of April 24, we continue our Easter prayer focus introduced at last Sunday's worship services: Pray for those who do not believe.
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Joys and Concerns
In Memoriam
Richard (Dick) Gibson Holder
April 22, 2011
SYMPATHY
The Reveille family extends Christian love and sympathy to the family and friends of Dick Holder; and to Steve Holdych and family, on the passing of his father, Thomas James Holdych, on April 24 in Seattle, Washington.
NEW LIFE
Congratulations to Carson and Hal Johnson on the birth of their son, Charles (Charlie) Zachry Johnson, on April 19, 2011. Charlie has a big brother, Edward.
Congratulations to Christen and Matt Proffitt on the birth of their daughter, Harper Mae Proffitt, on April 20, 2011. Harper has two big sisters, Campbell and Laney, and Reveille grandparents, Margaret and Chancellor Hamilton.
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 The youth group will continue working on Youth Sunday this Sunday, May 1. The schedule will be 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 Return to Top |
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Would you like to know more about Reveille Church?
Come to Reveille Today
Reveille Today is an opportunity for new members, those who are considering joining Reveille, or those who are just curious to get an overview of our church's worship and ministries in a relaxed class setting. Meeting in the church parlor and continuing for three weeks, the spring session will be held on Sundays, May 15 and 22 at 5:00 p.m. from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Child care is available. To register, please call 359-6041, ext. 114 or e-mail the church office.
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Wonderful Wednesday: Reveille's Got Talent!
Next Wednesday, May 4, come and see what our young people can do. The Age-Level Ministries Team will present the very first Reveille's Got Talent night to showcase our  own awesome Reveille kids. There could be singing, dancing, piano playing, violin solos, and.... You will just have to come and discover for yourself. The children will perform from 6:30 p.m. until 7:15 p.m. We will have dessert following the talent show.
Before the talent show, join us for a fellowship dinner at 6:00 p.m. The menu will be London broil, parsley potatoes, asparagus, crown rolls, dessert and fruit.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 marking the Wonderful Wednesday box on the friendship pad on Sunday morning or by calling the church office by Monday, May 2 at 3:00 p.m. You may also make a reservation online here.
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Handbell Workshop at UMFS
 The Reveille Ringers and Reveille Ensemble are taking their handbell ministry on the road by holding a workshop for the youth at United Methodist Family Services (UMFS) this Monday, May 2. These groups performed for UMFS at Christmas, and the youth were so intrigued that they wanted the Reveille musicians to return to teach them how to play. It is exciting to be able to share God's music in this way.
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Spring Bible Study for Women
Do you sometimes feel as if there is no balance in your life? Perhaps the six week women's Bible study that begins May 4 is what you need. Finding Balance - Loving God with Heart and Soul, Mind and Strength, a Bible study from the Sisters Bible Study series, will meet through June 8 at 9:30 a.m. The lives of New Testament women such as Mary and Martha, Lydia, Mary the mother of Jesus, the Canaanite woman, and Mary Magdalene will be examined. All are welcome to participate. Child care will be provided.
E-mail Kelly Weaver or Carol Uzzle or call Carol at 359-6041, ext. 117 if you would like to participate or have questions.
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2011 Mission Benefit Concert
Each year, talented musicians and vocalists present the Mission Benefit Concert as a fundraiser for a worthy cause. The benefactor of this year's concert is United Methodist  Family Services (UMFS), which provides a network of services to at-risk children and families. You are invited to experience this concert on Sunday, May 22 at 7:00 p.m. in our sanctuary.
The Reveille Ringers and Reveille Ensemble will begin the program. Then forty-five voices will sing Maurice Durufle's Requiem accompanied by chamber orchestra, harp and organ, conducted by Dr. Charles Staples, Director of Music at Trinity United Methodist Church. Performances of this exquisite but difficult masterwork are rare; do not miss this opportunity.
Following the concert, you are invited to attend a reception in the fellowship hall catered by our own Tommy Threewitts.
Your donation will be much appreciated by United Methodist Family Services. You may donate online here or may pick up a donation form in the church office or narthex of the church.
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Newsletter deadline to change in May
Beginning with the May 22 issue of The Reveille Window, the deadline for the weekly newsletter will change to Wednesday, 11 days in advance of the issue date. Following are the deadlines for the next seven issues:
Issue Deadline
May 15 May 5
May 22 May 11
May 29 May 18
June 5 May 25
June 12 June 1
June 19 June 8
June 26 June 15
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Help a child go to camp at Westview-on-the-James
This summer will be the fifth year Reveille has sent 20 inner-city children from the Swansboro community to a week of carefree fun and adventure at Westview on the James. Often, these children do not have experiences outside of their own neighborhood. Westview offers a safe and nurturing environment to develop new skills  and build new relationships, enjoy the outdoors and participate in activities that may lead to a closer relationship with God.
The children are selected by the school based on financial need, demonstrated good citizenship in school and a desire to participate at camp. This year our campers will attend Westview the week of June 26 - July 1. Help is needed in meeting the parents at the school and completing the paperwork, as well as arranging transportation to and from Westview.
On Sunday afternoon, June 26, we will meet the children at Swansboro Elementary, caravan out to Westview and get them settled in. On Friday evening, July 1, we will pick them up at Westview and return to Swansboro, where the children's families will be waiting for them. This is a wonderful opportunity to share God's love in building new relationships; please consider how you may help with this ministry. You may impact a child's life and help to create memories that will last forever.
We are still receiving donations to cover the cost of camp for 20 children; we are only $800 short of our goal. Help us reach the goal by making a contribution today. Please note in the memo section of your check Westview and put it in the offering plate or mail it to the church office. You can make a difference in the life of an underprivileged child.
For more information e-mail Rhonda Geisel or call her at 539-8893, or e-mail Ellie Speer or call her at 282-4919.
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Brunch and Local Mission Opportunity
for College-Age Students
It won't be long before we welcome back our college-age students for summer break. On Sunday, May 22, college-age students will meet in Reveille House after the  11:00 a.m. service to go out to brunch at a restaurant of their choosing.
Young Adults: Mark your calendar for May 21, June 4 and June 11 to participate in a local mission project through Habitat for Humanity. You will be repairing a home for a mother and her two children. For answers to your questions or to sign up to participate in the mission project, e-mail Lynsey Thompson or Amy Donald.
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How to write and submit an article for The Reveille Window or the website
- When writing an article for publication, please be sure to include answers to the following questions: Who? What? When? Where? Why? and How?
- Include deadlines, costs, and contact person in case the reader wants more information.
- Include an e-mail contact, if you wish, but remember that not all church members and friends use e-mail. A phone contact should also be included for use in the newsletter. That can be the staff person associated with your group, if he/she has approved that.
- Articles for the website are to be approved by the appropriate staff person for your committee, class or group before publication. If you don't know who that is, please call the church office for help. Please factor in sufficient time before the deadline to allow the staff person to review the article, noting that the program staff is in the office Monday through Thursday.
- Deadlines for The Window are printed in both the newsletter calendar and the Sunday bulletin calendar, and early deadlines are publicized in both publications two weeks in advance.
- For those not using e-mail or without a computer, typed or handwritten articles may be submitted.
- When submitting your article for publication, please indicate the specific issue date or dates it is for. Consider how the text should be changed if it is to be printed more than once.
For more information, e-mail Cheryl Arrington or call her at 359-6041, ext. 114.
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The week of July 25 will be a high energy, action-packed week for Vacation Bible School and Day Camp children. They will be exploring the Bible as an exciting cookbook filled with recipes for living as God's children in the world. By celebrating biblical festivals, each day the ingredients for being a follower of God will be revealed:
Be ready for God.
Give happily to God.
Believe fully in Jesus.
Remember Jesus often.
Celebrate God forever.
Day Campers will be taking these ingredients and putting them into action in outreach ministries throughout the community.
Vacation Bible School is designed for children who are three by September 1 through rising second graders, and Day Camp is for rising third through fifth graders. Be sure to register your child before the available places are filled and you are placed on a waiting list. Get more information or register your child here.
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Calendar of Opportunities
Sunday, May 1
8:30 am Worship* (Sanctuary)
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 EGR Small Group* (Reveille House Dining Room)
5:30 pm Sunday Night Dinner (Fellowship Hall)
6:00 pm Middle School Youth Choir (Choir Room)
6:00 pm High School Youth Group (Room 200)
Monday, May 2
7:00 am Men's Prayer Breakfast (Fellowship Hall)
9:30 am Garden Committee (Grounds)
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Adult Library)
6:15 pm Reveille Ensemble (Sanctuary)
6:30 pm Handbell Workshop (Offsite)
Tuesday, May 3
9:30 am Staff Meeting (Reveille House Dining Room)
10:30 am UMW General Meeting (Fellowship Hall)
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Adult Library)
5:30 pm Alpha Leaders (Reveille House Parlor)
6:00 pm Alpha (Alpha Fellowship Hall)
7:00 pm Duruflé Rehearsal (Choir Room)
7:00 pm Staff-Parish Relations Committee (Reveille House Parlor)
7:30 pm Scout Troop 444 (Room 211)
Wednesday, May 4
9:30 am Seekers Small Group* (Church Parlor)
9:30 am Sisters Bible Study (Room 210)
12:15 pm Midday Worship (Chancel)
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Adult Library)
6:00 pm Wonderful Wednesday* (Fellowship Hall)
6:45 pm Outreach Committee (Reveille House Dining Room)
Thursday, May 5
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Adult Library)
6:30 pm Stewardship Committee (Reveille House Dining Room)
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, May 6
12:30 pm Prayer Ministry (Adult Library)
*Child care provided
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For more information, call the church office at (804) 359-6041.
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