THIS SUNDAY WE WILL CELEBRATE OUR 25TH ANNIVERSARY
WITH ONE SERVICE AT 10 AM IN THE CLC.

AFTERWARD, STICK AROUND FOR THE PARTY - HOLY HAY DAY 2!

DRESS CASUALLY; WEAR YOUR WFPC T-SHIRT IF YOU HAVE ONE!
Wake Forest Presbyterian Leaflets
For Friday, October 21, 2016

OfficersbLogWFPC Officers' Column
"The Sky is Falling! The Sky is Falling!" said the newscasters!  "Christmas is Coming! Christmas is Coming!" answered the congregation of WFPC in unison!

It's true - watch the news if you dare!  You would think Halloween is already here.  ("Candy, Candy!" said the kids!)  The politics, the wars, the economy, our moral compass - it's all a big mess on TV.  It's even a mess at UNC Chapel Hill!  Lily was kicked out of a chat group after a political conversation, and some people she needs to "unfriend" made those laughing emoji faces all over an article about her commitment to God!  Poor Lily, she always makes it into my articles.

Then there is Maisy - she is quite the political groupie and well-versed on just about every issue.  Between her uninformed, but vocal schoolmates and the painful debates, she said she has a headache!

Let's be clear - I do hope you vote; I don't really care who you vote for!  Why?  Because Christmas is on the way to us again this year!  God always has a plan, and whoever is elected, we can lean on the promise that God will work it for our good.  How much more blessed could we be?

We have so much to celebrate and the parties are on!  Our 25th Anniversary Holy Hay Day is this weekend.  The ladies' annual holiday luncheon focuses on keeping Christ at the center of this busy season.  Thanksgiving will be here before we know it.  Lots of WTB preparations are leading up to another spectacular performance for our community in early December.  Random Acts of Kindness, a Cookie Exchange! 

We don't share any of those depressing news stories in our Operation Christmas Shoeboxes - we share the message of Christ!

The Bible makes it clear that our world will continue to experience decline, until one fine day, Jesus returns!  We can't fix all that is wrong or will continue to go wrong - only God can do that. 

So, what are we supposed to do while we wait?  What are we supposed to do when we are confronted with angry friends and sad news?

It's easier said than done, but it's really pretty simple!  Stay true to your faith, do God's will for you, and when you are faced with difficulties, pray and remember that Christmas is Coming!
So, we're going to practice:

Your candidate doesn't win!  You say, "Christmas is Coming!"
Your friends insult you!  You say, "Christmas is Coming!"
Your kids say they are afraid of what's happening out there. You say, "Christmas is Coming!"
You are tired and you wonder if you can make it another day.  You say, "Christmas is Coming!"
Your friends and family need help and comfort.  You say, "Christmas is Coming!"
Maybe a friend says that things are looking great!  You say, "Yes, Christmas is Coming!"
 
What is the secret to life?  "Christmas is Coming!" answers the congregation of WFPC in unison!
 
We are so blessed to have each other to echo the only message that counts.  "Christmas is Coming!"
 
I'm going to start early:  I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

With much love,
Leslie Olmo
MINISTRYMINISTRY APPRECIATION MONTH
Everyone likes to be appreciated, and what a nice way to show our love: by giving our fine pastors and directors of ministry a card or note to show them how much we appreciate them. Please show Rebekah Maul, John Fawcett, Katherine Peiper, Mandy Duguid, Kim Glasscock, Janet Briley, Carole Tinker, Christi Cox and Dawn Brown that the work they do here is valued very much. There are 2 orange boxes: one in the narthex and one in the CLC. Please fill them with cards and note of appreciation for all they do by October 31.
Anniv25TH ANNIVERSARY/HOLY HAY DAY 2
We will be celebrating our 25th anniversary on Sunday, October 23. The day's festivities will include:
  • coffee and fellowship from 9:00 to 10:00 AM (in  the CLC)
  • one worship service at 10:00 AM (in the CLC)
  • an anniversary tree planting and dedication immediately following the service
  • a 25th anniversary celebration from noon to 3:00 PM including:
    •  live music
    •  food trucks (Cousins Maine Lobster, Sweet Traditions Cupcakes, Lumpy's Ice Cream, Loaves and Fishes barbecue)
  • bounce houses
  • magician/balloon artist
  • face painting
  • games
  • hay rides
  • historical photos and document displays
  • selfie photo booth
Don't miss this memorable and fun-filled day!
luncheonUnwrapping the Gifts of Christmas
It's that time again! The annual ladies' holiday luncheon: We will be "Unwrapping the Gifts of Christmas" and preparing for Advent. As always, it will be a special time to look forward to keeping Christ at the center of this busy season. Join us on Saturday, November 12, 1:00-3:00 pm in the CLC. In the past we have enjoyed a potluck, but we are changing it up this year! We wanted to include a service project and would like to have our guests bring donations for Safe Space, a local women's shelter and domestic abuse facility. Our team will be serving up some yummy soups, veggies, fruit and dessert! We really want you to be there and bring a friend, so click here to RSVP and get more details! For more information on Safe Space, click here. Please contact Leslie Olmo at [email protected].
wtbcostumesWALK THROUGH BETHLEHEM CAST FROM 2015
We are still missing some costumes that were not returned last year. Please check to see if you've got one at home that you forgot to return and bring it up to WFPC as we get ready for our 2016 program. Thank you!
mandsMission and Service Opportunities at WFPC
Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child makes it possible for millions of children to experience God's love through shoe boxes filled with gifts. It's not too early to start thinking about packing shoe boxes for OCC and keeping your eyes open for deals as you shop! Boxes will be available for pick up starting today. Collection of packed shoe boxes will begin October 30. The last day to bring your boxes to WFPC is November 20. For more information, contact Trish Floyd at [email protected].
bodysoulBody & Soul Ministry Factoid
Worldwide, men who were exposed to domestic violence as children are three to four times more likely to perpetrate intimate partner violence as adults than men who did not experience domestic abuse as children. source

For more information to help you understand why people stay in abusive relationships, click here.

Fore more information on how to support someone who is in an abusive relationship, click here.
dinnerWednesday Night Dinner
Wednesday Nights Together menu for October 26:
meatloaf
baby baked potatoes
peas with caramelized onions
rolls
fruit and carrots
brownies
The cost is $5/adult and $3/child. Please make your reservation by Sunday evening by emailing Dean Tryon at [email protected] or calling/texting him at 919-441-1271.

Click here for a complete list of Wednesday Nights Together offerings. Click here for the entire fall menu.
HisKidsHis Kids News
WE ARE SO EXCITED TO WELCOME KATHERINE PEIPER and her family to WFPC and to the His Kids Ministry! Make sure you introduce yourself to Katherine when you see her.

A FEW NOTES ABOUT SUNDAY:
  • We will have ONE service, beginning at 10 AM
  • After the Time With the Youngest Disciples, children will STAY and worship with their families
  • There is NO Sunday School
  • Wear your His Kids t-shirt to church
 
~Carole Tinker, Interim Director of Children's Ministries | [email protected]  
YouthNewsYouth News
HOLY HAY DAY/25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IS HERE! Join us this afternoon for a fun day celebrating 25 years! WFPC Youth will be helping in many ways. Look for the tie dyed shirts and let us know what we can do for you! Many thanks, in advance, for your support of our youth!
 
ARE YOU HEARING FROM US? We are still building our database of youth and their famlies. If you are not receiving our emails, please let us know so we can get you added.

~Janet Briley & Christi Cox, Interim Directors of Youth Ministries [email protected] 
ScriptureSermonMusicSunday, October 23, Scripture and Sermon
Our Scripture this Sunday comes from Psalm 25:1-10 and Matthew 25:1-13. Guest pastor Rev. Dr. Christopher Edmonston will share his sermon "Here Come the Bridegroom... or, A Lot Can Happen in 25 Years."

We will have ONE worship service at 10 AM in the CLC.
Tithes and Offerings
Numbers
Yearly Budget
$846,212.00
Year to Date Budget (September)$627,849.00
Year to Date Actual (September)$630,669.76
Year to Date Balance
$2,820.76

October Budget
$74,121.00
October Tithes and Offerings (thru 10/16/16)$39,591.13

Sunday, October 16, 2016

Tithes and Offerings$14,439.50
Designated Gifts$2,465.00
Debt Elimination Gifts$5,503.00


Sunday School Attendance127
9:00 Worship Attendance195
11:15 Worship Attendance144

Debt Elimination Monthly Budget
$8,000.00
Debt Elimination Received (thru 10/16/16)$12,880.00

give
...all shall give as they are able, according to the blessing of the LORD your God that he has given you.
Deuteronomy 16:17
Calendar
WFPC Calendar Highlights

Friday, October 21
6:15 AM | CLC | Friday Morning Men's Bible Study

Saturday, October 22
6:45 AM | CLC B017 | Iron Sharpens Iron
7:00 AM | CLC Youth Room | Iron Sharpens Iron

Sunday, October 23
9:00 AM | CLC | Coffee Fellowship
10:00 AM | CLC | 25th Anniversary Worship Service
12:00 PM | Grounds | Holy Hay Day 2

Monday, October 24
6:00 PM | CLC | FaithFit
7:00 PM | Campus Wide | Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts

Tuesday, October 25
6:30 PM | CLC | Praise Team Rehearsal
7:00 PM | CLC B103 | Women of the Word
7:00 PM | Blue Mod | Stephen Ministry

Wednesday, October 26
9:30 AM | CLC B103 | Mornings With Christ
5:15 PM | CLC Music Room | Harmony Youth Choir
6:00 PM | Sanctuary | SHinE Singers
6:15 PM | CLC Music Room | Adult Handbells
6:30 PM | CLC B103 | Adult Exodus Bible Study
6:30 PM | Blue Mod Room 3 | Be Still Bible Study
6:30 PM | Green Mod Room 1 | God's Girls
6:30 PM | Green Mod Room 3 | GriefShare
6:30 PM | CLC B017 | Iron Sharpens Iron
6:30 PM | CLC Youth Room | Movies and Missions
6:30 PM | Sanctuary and Red Mod | SHinE
7:00 PM | Sancutary | Chancel Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, October 27
10:00 AM | CLC Youth Room | Morning Glory Circle
5:30 PM | CLC | FaithFit 

Wake Forest Presbyterian Church
12605 Capital Blvd
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-556-7777
STAY CONNECTED: