1 A Monthly Publication of Shepherd of the Sea JUNE 2015 201 East Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC28512 www.soselca.org Reflecons on Bishop Bolick With the election of Tim Smith as the new bishop of the North Carolina Synod, Leonard Bolick ends 18 years of serving the synod as bishop. Bishop Bolick served during one of the most difficult times of this synod and maintained a measure of poise and grace that I have rarely seen. He has been a blessing and a mentor to me. I wanted to share a couple of “encounters” I had with the bishop. The first time I met Leonard, he was not the bishop, but “only” a parish pastor. I was in college working as a counselor at Lutheridge, and our CARE leader, who does a Bi- ble study for the kids during the week, had some kind of emergency and could not come to camp. Leonard Bolick stepped in at the last minute and led our group. Imagine trying to come up with a lesson plan for a week’s worth of ma- terial in a day; this is what Pastor Bolick did, and he did it so well that the kids had no idea that he was a last minute fill- in. The next time I sat down and had a conversation with the bishop was when I was in seminary, preparing to graduate and awaiting assignment to a synod. Now, I need to explain something here. When a student finishes seminary, he or she enters what the seminarians lovingly refer to as, “the draft,” which is not unlike the NFL draft. Twice a year, all the bishops of the ELCA gather together and “draft” graduating seminary students for their synod. Emily and I were wor- ried that we might be sent somewhere like North Dakota. So in an effort to do what I could, I met with Bishop Bolick for about an hour and we just talked. We talked about first call, we talked about my family’s hopes and dreams, and we talked about the draft. I remember he was very pastoral, which is what you want in a bishop. He, of course, could make no promises, but he asked me if another bishop thought they had a perfect call for me, would- n’t I want to hear him or her out? And I agreed that ultimately it is the will of the Spirit, not my will, that counts. As it turns out, I was called to North Carolina. Later, the Bishop told me that because North Carolina had so few open- ings, they could only take one seminarian, and I was that one. Needless to say, I was and continue to be grateful that the Spirit saw fit to send me back home and to Shepherd of the Sea! And I am grateful for the work that Bishop Bolick has done over the years. May God bless him in his retirement as he returns to his home in the mountains to fish and relax. Well done, good and faithful servant! Grace + Peace, Pastor Scott
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A Monthly Publication of Shepherd of the Sea JUNE 2015 201 East Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC28512 www.soselca.org
Reflections on Bishop Bolick With the election of Tim Smith as the new bishop of the North Carolina
Synod, Leonard Bolick ends 18 years of serving the synod as bishop.
Bishop Bolick served during one of the most difficult times of this synod
and maintained a measure of poise and grace that I have rarely seen. He
has been a blessing and a mentor to me.
I wanted to share a couple of “encounters” I had with the bishop. The first time I met Leonard, he was not the bishop,
but “only” a parish pastor. I was in college working as a counselor at Lutheridge, and our CARE leader, who does a Bi-
ble study for the kids during the week, had some kind of emergency and could not come to camp. Leonard Bolick
stepped in at the last minute and led our group. Imagine trying to come up with a lesson plan for a week’s worth of ma-
terial in a day; this is what Pastor Bolick did, and he did it so well that the kids had no idea that he was a last minute fill-
in.
The next time I sat down and had a conversation with the bishop was when I was in seminary, preparing to graduate and
awaiting assignment to a synod. Now, I need to explain something here. When a student finishes seminary, he or she
enters what the seminarians lovingly refer to as, “the draft,” which is not unlike the NFL draft. Twice a year, all the
bishops of the ELCA gather together and “draft” graduating seminary students for their synod. Emily and I were wor-
ried that we might be sent somewhere like North Dakota. So in an effort to do what I could, I met with Bishop Bolick
for about an hour and we just talked. We talked about first call, we talked about my family’s hopes and dreams, and we
talked about the draft. I remember he was very pastoral, which is what you want in a bishop.
He, of course, could make no promises, but he asked me if another bishop thought they had a perfect call for me, would-
n’t I want to hear him or her out? And I agreed that ultimately it is the will of the Spirit, not my will, that counts.
As it turns out, I was called to North Carolina. Later, the Bishop told me that because North Carolina had so few open-
ings, they could only take one seminarian, and I was that one. Needless to say, I was and continue to be grateful that the
Spirit saw fit to send me back home and to Shepherd of the Sea!
And I am grateful for the work that Bishop Bolick has done over the years. May God bless him in his retirement as he
returns to his home in the mountains to fish and relax. Well done, good and faithful servant!
Grace + Peace,
Pastor Scott
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North Carolina Elects a New Bishop
The 2015 NC Synod Assembly elected a new bishop to replace retiring
bishop Leonard Bolick.
Timothy Marcus Smith
Married to: Wendy Smith
Born: 1/20/1960
Education:
B.A. Religion, UNC – Chapel Hill 1982
M.Div. Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg 1986
D.Min. Drew University Theological School 1992
Previous Calls:
Pastor, St. Paul Lutheran, Newton NC 1986-1993
Senior Pastor, Grace Lutheran, Boone NC 1993-2010
Senior Pastor, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Atlanta
GA 2010-2015
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON UPCOMING SERVICES
On June 21, Pastor Scott and the confirmands will be heading to Lutheridge. Since it
is a very long drive, our service time will be 8:30 am for that Sunday only.
July 5 will be our 3rd annual “throw back” service where will be using liturgy from the
early 20th century.
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Welcome New Members
Jeanie Best and Rich Donoghue
Jeanie and Rich are presently engaged to be married. Jeanie was born and raised in Bethlehem, Pa. She attended New-
berry College in SC to become an elementary school teacher. Jeanie has two grown boys and two grand boys . She has
resided in PKS for the last 15 years.
Rich was born in Yonkers, NY and grew up in Madison, CT. He graduated from the USAir Force Academy with a degree
in Electromechanical engineering. For the last fifteen years he was the Director of Service Operations for Eastman Kodak
Co. in Durham, NC. Upon retiring Rich has resided in PKS for the last year and a half.
Ford Heath
Ford grew up in upstate New York's Catskill Mountains. He is a Viet Nam era veteran. Ford retired from the North Caro-
lina Court System where he served as the courts Risk Manager. He currently is owner of Heath Mediation in Beaufort.
Ford loves to surf fish, read and volunteer for several local organizations. He has a daughter Tina and two beautiful grand
daughters, Helana and Brooke. Ford is married to Woody Shearin, the two have been together for 19 years. Ford loves
the folks at Shepherd of the Sea and would like to thank John and Polly for inviting him to worship with them.
Bottom Row L-R: Basher Family—Charlene, Hudson, Holden, Mike
Top Row L-R: Rich Donoghue, Jeanie Best, Ford Heath, Laura Gray
Laura Gray
Laura is a North Carolina native and raised in Asheville. She has seven children, 14 grandchildren, and 19 great-
grandchildren. Her first husband, Marvin Dawson, was a Marine and was stationed in Virginia, Hawaii, California, and
North Carolina during his 20 years in the service. He retired in1969 and he passed away in 1971. In 1977, Laura married
Carl Gray. Carl worked for AT&T and retired in 1991, and she retired from her position as secretary to the Chairman
and CE0 of Banc One Corporation in 1995. She and Carl spent much of the following two years in Beaufort, and then
moved here permanently in 1997. Carl passed away last year. Eastern North Carolina has truly become Laura’s home,
and she is delighted to be a new member of Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church.
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Picture Perfect
Emily Moles presents a check
to Martha’s Mission for over
$3000 to feed the hungry.
2015 NC Synod Assembly
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UPCOMING YOUTH EVENTS
June 17 Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA
June 21 – 27 Confirmation Camp, Lutheridge
July 6 – 10 VBS, contact Cheri Collins for more info
July 15 – 19 National Youth Gathering in Detroit, MI
PASTORAL EMERGENCIES Please contact the church office during office hours. At any other time, contact Pastor Scott Berry at 336-312-6276 or
252-777-3067.
JUNE LECTIONARY READINGS
6/7 Genesis 3:8-15 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Mark 3:20-35
6/14 Ezekiel 17:22-24 2 Corinthians 5:6-17 Mark 4:26-34
6/21 Job 38:1-11 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Mark 4:35-41
6/28 Lamentations 3:22-33 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Mark 5:21-43
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MARTHA’S BASKET TO FEED THE HUNGRY Save one family from hunger by donating food or cash during Martha’s Mission Cup-board’s annual Food-a-Thon. Needs:
Canned vegetables and fruits, peanut but-
ter, jams and jellies, cooking oil, cereal and crackers, dia-pers, toothbrushes and toothpaste, pasta and sauce, dressing mix, shampoo
$15 buys 12 packages of hot dogs or 24 boxes of mac and
cheese
$20 buys a case of jelly or 15 dozen eggs
$25 buys a case of peanut butter or applesauce
$30 can feed one parent and one child for one week. Save one family from hunger by donating food or cash during Martha’s Mission Cupboard’s annual Food-a-Thon.
CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS • BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION ALUMINUM CAN PULL TABS
Continue clipping and saving Campbell Soup UPC Codes from
the labels, Box Tops for Education labels and Aluminum Can
pull tabs. Collection boxes for these items are located in the
narthex.
PAY IT FOR CHANGE TO END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Pay it for Change was such a success in March and April for Martha’s Mission that our youth want to continue to challenge the congregation to help those in Carteret County in need. June will focus on the Carteret County Domestic Violence Program. “Pay it for Change” means the Change in your pocket for the purpose of Changing domestic violence in Carteret County. Drop your change and dollars into the container in the Narthex. Or, make a check to Shepherd of the Sea and write “Domestic Violence” in the memo section. Here are other ways to help fight Domestic Violence: • Collect your small hotel soaps, shampoos, toothbrushes and other toiletries you’ve collected and donate them to the Car-teret County Domestic Violence Program. Place your donations in the box in the Narthex or drop them off at Caroline’s Collecti-bles. • Donate your clothing and shop at Caroline’s Collectibles, an upscale resale outlet, at 3716 Arendell, Morehead City. This is your chance to be the Change you wish to see in the world.
EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF MINISTRY
We are looking for volunteers to serve Holy Communion to our homebound members. If you feel called to be a part of this wonderful ministry, contact Frank Gault. His email address is: [email protected]
Missions of Grace
HOPE MISSION
We are looking for volunteers who would like to help serve a meal to the homeless at Hope Mission. If you are interested, please contact Marita Bretzke at [email protected]
CARTERET COUNTY DO-MESTIC VIOLENCE PRO-GRAM
The Carteret County Domestic Violence Program helps support happy, healthy,
safe, and strong families by helping women, men, and children rebuild their lives. Domestic Violence affects people from all walks of life and you can help stop the cycle. Services they provide include 24-Hour Crisis Lines, Safe Emergency Hous-ing, Case Management, Counseling, Safe Date Program, Caro-line’s Collectables, Food Program, Court Advocacy Program, Minority Outreach, Elder Abuse Awareness.