Worship

August 28, 2011

8:30 and 11:00 a.m.

Preacher: Rev. Dr. Jim Noland

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-5

Matthew 16:21-28

Sermon: "A Burning Question"

9:30 a.m. - The Point

Preacher: Rev. Abby Kocher

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Theme: Go Down Moses

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The Reveille 5K is back

We are bringing back this 5K race through beautiful Windsor Farms on September 17. The beneficiary of this race will be the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond's Southside Club. This club serves the Swansboro neighborhood of Richmond. 

The mission of the Boys and Girls Clubs is to empower young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to succeed in life. 

You can help by: 

• Spreading the word that we are seeking sponsors. The sponsor's name will be featured on Reveille website, registration form, t-shirts, and race day signs.
• Donations for prizes: a Garmin (GPS), a chiropractic exam, pair of running shoes, or anything related to healthy living. 
• Food donations - bagels, fruit - and water

For more information or to share ideas, please e-mail Amy Noland.

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Reveille Day

Sunday, September 18

Reveille Day gives us a special opportunity each year to unite our congregation, get to know new members, and thank God for all that he has provided us as a church family. 

Join us at 10:30 a.m. on September 18 for a combined worship service and stay for the catered lunch on the lawn. The menu will include barbeque, hot dogs, cole slaw, macaroni and cheese, green beans and dessert. Soundzania, a family fun band, will provide entertainment during lunch.

Cost of the meal is $6 for adults and teens, $3 for children ages four to twelve, and children under four years of age eat free. You may pay for the meal on Reveille Day or buy tickets early on Sunday, September 4 or Sunday, September 11.

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Joys and Concerns

WEDDING BELLS RANG

Jan N. Stone proudly announces the marriage of her son, Richard Owen Stone, Jr., to Leslee Renee Lambert on June 9, 2011 in Hanover County.

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Angel Ministry 

Help When Your Pregnancy Does Not Go As Planned

Not all pregnancies go as planned, many times leaving you feeling isolated and wondering why this happened to you.Perhaps you have said, "Why did I lose my baby?  I feel so alone..." or "I'm struggling with so many emotions being on bedrest..."

Having someone who is caring and able to listen to your pain may help you get through the grief, stress, or loneliness you are experiencing. Angel Ministry can be there for you. Mentors who have experienced pregnancy-related problems can provide a caring presence for those who are currently struggling with this difficult time in their life.If you need an angel ministry mentor to be a caring presence through whatever pregnancy issues you have, please e-mail Abby Kocher or call her at 359-6041, ext. 111.

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Fall is nearly here and youth group kicks off September 11. Kickoff will be an action-packed event for all youth in grades 6-12. It starts at 5:30 p.m., immediately after youth choir, and runs until 7:00 pm. 

On October 2, church teams from around Richmond will compete in the Welborne United Methodist Church Ultimate Frisbee Tournament. In previous years Reveille has fielded three teams. The tournament includes a middle school and a high school league and teams are required to have a girl on the field at all times. Proceeds will support the Make-A-Wish Foundation. To register, please send your payment of $20/person to Dwayne Stinson by September 11.  Be sure to make checks payable to Reveille UMC.

Rising 6^th graders: Please join Dwayne and other adults for an afternoon of miniature golf at Bogey's (1675 Ashland Road) on Saturday, September 10, 4:00-5:30 pm.  For a ride or more information, contact Dwayne.

Middle school youth: Next summer is closer than you think. Plans are already underway for the middle school mission teams to Jeremiah Project. To secure a spot on the team, a deposit of $100 is due to Dwayne by September 30, along with the weeks next summer that work best for you. After September 30 there is no guarantee that you will be able to participate. 

Jeremiah Project is a home repair organization dedicated to empowering middle school youth to do hands-on missions. It is a fun balance of service, worship and recreation.  Slots go fast, though, so we have to register early.  For more information about JP, click here.

The possible dates for Jeremiah Project are

June 24-30, 2012

July 1-7, 2012

July 8-14, 2012

July 15-21, 2012

July 22-28, 2012

July 29-August 4, 2012

We will sign up for the week(s) that suit the most team members and should have confirmation of our dates by late October.

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Choir kickoff is just around the corner

September is coming, which means that it is time for choir rehearsals to resume. Here are choir kick off times and places:

Thursday, September 1

Chancel Choir (adults)

7:00 p.m. in choir room

Sunday, September 11

Youth Bells (grades 6-12)

4:00 p.m. in sanctuary

Youth Choir (grades 6-12)

Combined at 4:30 p.m. in choir room

Cherub Choir (entering kindergarten 2011/2012)

5:00 p.m. in blue room (under fellowship hall)

Primary Choir (grades 1 and 2)

5:00 p.m. in room 104

Elementary Ringers (grades 3-5)

5:00 p.m. in sanctuary

Elementary Choir (grades 3-5)

5:30 p.m. in room 207

Primary Ringers (grades 1 and 2)

5:45 p.m. in sanctuary

Monday, September 12

Reveille Ensemble Handbell Choir (youth and adult, mixed)

6:15 p.m. in sanctuary

Reveille Ringers Handbell Choir (adult, advanced)

7:00 p.m. in sanctuary

Reveille's Music Ministry involves over 200 people. We hope to include you, as well. For more information please contact Cathy Armistead at 359-6041, extension 123, by e-mail here. To register children and youth, click here.   

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Alpha returns to Reveille this fall

Alpha is a 10-week course designed for all who want learn more about the Christian faith or who want to explore what Christianity really means. Each evening begins with a meal followed by music, a talk on Christian basics, and small-group discussion on the topic just presented. A day retreat is part of the Alpha experience and will occur on a Saturday at the midpoint of the study. We hope you will sign up to participate and also will invite friends, neighbors, and coworkers to come. One of the 60 who participated in Alpha at Reveille last winter shared: "It has sparked my desire to want a better relationship with God."

Alpha begins on Thursday, September 8, at 6:00 p.m. and will continue through November 17. There is no charge for Alpha; however, a donation is suggested to cover the cost of the meal each week.  Child care will be provided.  Register online here or call Carol Uzzle at 359-6041, ext. 117, if you do not have internet access.

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Have you registered to participate in

an adult spiritual growth class?

We hope you have been considering participating in one of the many opportunities available this fall for adults to deepen their faith. Below is a listing:

Beginning Sunday, September 11 at 5:00 p.m.

Disciple 1: Becoming Disciples through Bible Study

This is a 34-week course designed for those who want an in-depth study of the Scriptures.  Disciple studies are designed to transform the lives of the participants.

Disciple 4: Under the Tree of Life

This is a 32-week study based on various books of the Old and New Testament. Participants for this class must have completed Disciple 1.

Beginning Sunday, September 18 at 5:00 p.m.

Living the Good Life Together: Hospitality

This 12-week study has two separate sections, "Come and See" and "Go and Do."  Those participating in the class will be grounded in Scripture in order to serve in the world. 

Beginning Wednesday, September 21

What Good Is God? In Search of a Faith that Matters by Philip Yancy

This 11-week Wednesday morning study for women meets at 9:30 a.m.  Philip Yancey's book will be the focus of this study.

Believing God

This 10-week Beth Moore Bible study for women will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6:45 p.m. 

Beginning Thursday, September 22

Efficient Abundance

This once-a-month Brown Bag Lunch study begins at 12:20 p.m. Each session will help women focus on the abundance of time, resources, peace, and joy that God wants us to enjoy.

Beginning Sunday, October 2 at 5:00 p.m. 

Immersion Bible Study: The Gospel of Matthew

This 8-week Bible study will use the new Common English Bible to explore the Gospel of Matthew.

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Hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa is devastating

What You Can Do to Help

A famine has been declared in five regions of Somalia. The United Nations predicts that the famine will spread across all regions within the next two months. As many as 12 million people are at risk of severe malnutrition or starvation as the region faces the worst drought conditions in 60 years. It is estimated that more than 29,000 children younger than age 5 have died in the past 90 days in southern Somalia. 

What can we do to help? Monetary gifts to UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) will be used to help provide urgently-needed relief. If you wish to help, please make your check payable to Reveille UMC and mark in the memo section Horn of Africa Crisis. One hundred percent of this gift will be used for relief; none will be used for administrative purposes.

For more on the devastating situation in Africa, click here.

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Benefit concerts will help fund piano for new chapel

We will be moving into our new chapel before long, and we will need a piano for this new worship space. Several pianists from Reveille will be in concert to raise money for this project, and we hope you can help us.     

The concerts will be on Saturday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 25 at 2:00 p.m. The program will include pieces performed by Betty Ann Spiers, Matt Nagi, Elizabeth Bell, John Bullock, Kevin Bruny, Davis and Dalton Jobe, Cathy Armistead and more.  In addition to piano pieces, you will hear a trio, including piano, organ and harpsichord. 

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Susanna Wesley Circle kicks-off soon

The Susanna Wesley Circle is a group of United Methodist women who meet monthly for fellowship, programs, mission work, and fun. We usually meet on the second Thursday evening of each month at the home of a circle member. Our primary mission focus is the YWCA Domestic Violence Shelter, but we support many local and worldwide missions. This circle is comprised of women of all ages from all walks of life. If you're curious about joining a circle, or aren't even sure what a circle is, come check us out at our next meeting.

We are having an exciting kick-off meeting on Thursday, September 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Angela Elliott. We will discuss the circle and upcoming programs and enjoy a light supper and fellowship. If you would like to know more about our circle or our upcoming meetings, please contact the circle leader, Angela Elliott, by e-mail here or by phone at 833-8695.

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Thank you, Summer Choir

Many thanks to the Summer Choir, who filled the choir loft for most of the summer. We averaged 17 singers with our high at 24, and we hit an all-time high of 48 different individuals who sang throughout the summer. Great job, Summer Choir!

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Calendar of Opportunities

NOTE: This calendar reflects our schedule as of newsletter publication time. For the most current scheduling, please check the website calendar here.

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