Sunday Worship

February 10, 2013

8:30 and 11:00 am

Preacher: Rev. Dr. Jim Noland

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35, Luke 9:28-36

Sermon: "The Mystery of Christ"
 

9:30 am - The Point

Preacher: Rev. Katie B. Anthony

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36 (37-43a)

Sermon: "Can we heal like Jesus?"

Youth News

The message is subtle, but pervasive, in nearly every song, movie, television commercial and news article. Our culture is saturated in messages about sexuality, about the use and abuse of this gift from God. At youth group on February 10, our youth will address the topic of sexuality from a Christian perspective.

  The schedule for the evening is normal:

     4:30 pm - Middle school youth group/high school choir

     5:30 pm - Dinner ($3)

     6:00 pm - High school youth group/middle school choir

Middle school youth: take another step on your journey of faith. Journey is a middle school retreat sponsored by the Jeremiah Project. The dates are March 22-24 and the cost is $125. This year's theme is "WILD: Living an Untamed Life for Christ."

Wonderful Wednesday Dinner

February 13

Before the Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday, February 13, join us for our fellowship meal at 6:00 pm in the fellowship hall. The menu will be meat lasagna, vegetarian lasagna, tossed salad, garlic bread, and carrot cake.

Don't Miss Out: 

Register for Adult Lenten Studies Now

During Lent and your preparation for Easter, please consider participating in one of the following studies:

Sunday Mornings

9:30 -10:30 am

24 Hours That Changed the World  

by Adam Hamilton

February 17 - March 24

Growing in Grace Class, Room 207

No single event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. In this book, Adam Hamilton guides us through the last twenty-four hours of Jesus' life.

Easter From the Backside 

by J. Ellsworth Kalas

February 17 - March 24

Logos Class, Room 209

Author J. Ellsworth Kalas opens up new possibilities of insight into the biblical Easter story, looking beyond the traditional gospel scriptures to connect the story of Christ's resurrection with other stories and scriptures throughout the Bible, including both the Old Testament and the New Testament.

10:45-11:45 am

The Point Lenten Study

This Holy Mystery: A United Methodist Understanding of Holy Communion

Facilitated by guest teachers: Rev. Marc Brown,  

Rev. Beth Downs, Rev. Stan Hargraves

February 10 - March 24

Fellowship Hall

This study guide, adopted and approved by the 2004 General Conference, is aimed at helping Methodists renew our understanding and appreciation for the divine grace made available through this sacrament. It provides commentary on the history, practice, and principles of Holy Communion in United Methodist congregations.

Sunday Evenings, 5:00 pm

Immersion Bible Studies: Revelation  

by J. Ellsworth Kalas

Facilitated by Andy Weaver

Education Building, Room 208

Immersion Bible Studies: Revelation helps answer the questions that often leave most readers puzzled. Over the course of this eight-week study, you will deepen your knowledge of this challenging but important book of the Bible and find hope through the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Parables and Passion: Jesus' Stories for the Days of Lent  

by John Indermark

February 17 - March 24

Facilitated by Jonathan Brabrand

Education Building, Room 210

In this Lenten Study, examine the parables of Jesus in light of his betrayal and death on the cross. Discover the new significance of the parables as they become more transparent and clearly applicable to the lives of Christian believers. Each week readers are provided with an overview, five daily readings, and a Sabbath for reflection and group study.

Methodism 101

February 17 - March 24, except March 17

Facilitated by Katie B. Anthony and Jennifer McCluskey

Education Building, Room 209

Learn (or re-learn!) the basics of Methodist history, theology, and organization through this study that will draw on a variety of sources and video presentations.

Altar Decorations During Lent Explained

During the season of Lent, we will have no flowers or any other decorations displayed in the church, thus saving flowers and "new life" for Easter Sunday and the resurrection. 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.

Would you like to sponsor an altar arrangement during Lent? Just as with other Sundays, those wishing to honor or memorialize someone by sponsoring a particular Sunday during Lent, may do so by emailing Cheryl Arrington or calling her at 359-6041, ext. 114. You will be reminded that no flowers will appear on these Sundays, and you will be asked if you would like to take the arrangement of greens with you after the 11:00 am service.  If you want to take the arrangement home, the designer will make it portable. With our talented designers preparing these sanctuary altar decorations during the weeks of Lent, these arrangements will be no less beautiful than our usual weekly flowers. The following dates have not yet been reserved: February 17, February 24, March 3, March 10, and the display of palms on March 24.

Journey to Jerusalem

Put on your hiking shoes and get ready for five weeks of exploration. We will  journey towards Jerusalem and walk in Jesus' footsteps. Come join us on Wednesday nights during Lent. We will meet in the fellowship hall beginning at 6:45 pm and go until 7:30 pm. This opportunity is open to Pre-K through 5^th grade children. To participate, please email Lori Epps,   Director of Children's Ministries, or call her at 359-6041, ext. 117.

Tuesday, February 19

11:00 am, Fellowship Hall

Covered Dish Luncheon; main dish and drinks provided.

Please bring your favorite side dish or dessert.

Prom Clothes Needed 

Remember your high school prom? A nice meal, seeing your friends all dressed up, the feeling that your high school years were almost over and the future spread out ahead of you? For students at United Methodist Family Services (UMFS) the prom is just as important. This May 18, Reveille's youth ministry is hosting a prom for the day students of UMFS. We will provide music, food, decorations and yes, tuxedos and dresses, to make this night special for those teens whose high school experience is exceptional in many other ways.

The youth group will work on most of these details, but in the next few weeks, you will hear more about opportunities to serve. Right now, please look through your closets for formal dresses and even tuxedos whose waistbands may have shrunk in the few years so that you can no longer wear them. We will need shoes, ties, cummerbunds, and other accessories as well. If you have clothing or items you would like to donate, please email Dwayne in the church office, or call him at 359-6041, ext. 112. We are awaiting a list of clothing and shoe sizes, which will appear in a future Window article. Once the prom is over, we will donate the items we receive to a worthy cause.

Library Under Reconstruction

Reveille Memorial Adult Library has been in existence for about 50 years, and has  faithfully served our church with its wonderful selection of books and audiovisual materials. The results of a recent survey of our members suggested that the library be updated, rejuvenated, and physically renovated. A library committee has been set up to oversee suggestions and make recommendations to several professional librarians who are volunteering for this project. The committee is planning a book sale, most likely in the fall, and welcomes your donations. More information is forthcoming. 

Volunteers Needed in Library

The Reveille Memorial Adult Library is seeking volunteers to give time in the library on Sunday mornings. The library needs to be staffed from 9:30-10:45 am, plus another half hour following the 11:00 am service. We are hoping to get enough volunteers so that each person would give one Sunday every quarter. The librarian will provide directions as to how to manage the library during this time. Anyone can perform these duties and, in doing so, will become better acquainted with the library and its collection. Please email Carol Ann Estes if you are interested in being a library volunteer.

Joys and Concerns

IN SYMPATHY

The Reveille family extends Christian love and sympathy to Tracey Watson and family on the passing of her grandmother, Mary Reid, in Baltimore, on January 30; to Heather MacIver and family on the recent passing of her grandfather; and to Dawn Childs and family on the recent passing of her grandmother.

NEW LIFE

Congratulations to Abby Baker and Steve Knockemus on the birth of their daughter, Annabelle Eliza Baker Knockemus, on January 31, 2013. Annabelle has a big brother, Nathaniel.

Jim Noland, Senior Pastor

Katie B. Anthony, Associate Pastor

Stephen Coleman, Associate Pastor

Cathy Armistead, Director of Music Ministries

Tamara Nicely, Assistant Director of Music Ministries

Lori Epps, Director of Children's Ministries

Jennifer McCluskey, Director of Adult Ministries

Dwayne Stinson, Director of Youth Ministries

Kaarina Jobe, Worship and Music Leader for The Point

Anne Stratton, Administrative Manager

Cheryl Arrington, Pastoral and Congregational Care Secretary

Glynis Holcomb, Financial Manager

Ken Case, Facilities Manager 

Thomas Goodall, Custodian

Darius Stokes, Custodian

Elaine Kastelberg, Director of Weekday School