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WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Do Justice • Love Kindness • Walk Humbly September 7, 2016 Westminster Presbyterian Church is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). In this Issue Concerns & Celebraons 2 Tutor HVE Students 2 Thinking About Ushering? 2 Hai Collecons 2 Westminster on Wednesdays 3 What Is Aperture? 3 Sign Up for Wednesday Dinner! 3 WOW: First Wednesdays 3 Rally Day 4 Godly Play Returns 4 Join a Church School Team 4 In the Library 5 Child & Youth Protecon Training 5 Adult Church School Classes 5 Fall Women's Retreat 6 An-Racism Workshops 6 Men's Breakfast Book Study 6 James in the Suburbs 6 Thank you, Pledgers! 7 Upcoming Inquirers' Class 7 Session Notes: August 21 7 Community Clothing Sale 7 Join Us, Singers! 7 Youth Ministry News 8 Westminster School for Children 9 Church Finance Overview 9 Aſternoon Tea 9 A Thank You 9 Community Opportunies 9 Preaching Schedule 10 Worship Volunteers 10 Friends and fellow disciples, School has begun. Calendars and classes and opportunies are finding their right relaonship on the second Monday, or Wednesdays at 5pm, or every other Thursday. There is a lot to do, and most of it feels prey important. It’s the same here at Westminster. Please take the me to read everything in this newsleer that is busy and full, in a church that is much of the same. Find your place. Ask a queson. Serve. We’ve got places for you to find something good to read, gather around a meal with friends, and tend to those in need in Durham and around the world. I also hope you’ll try something new. (And no, I am not talking to those of you who do 45 things already, though we love seeing you.) If you haven’t found a place yet, or would like to meet some friends interested in seeking Christ together, check out what’s inside this newsleer. Invesgate a table at Rally Day this Sunday morning. If you’re not sure, find one of us on staff. I’d love to tell you more. God is surely at work among us. I am grateful for the privilege of sharing the journey with you. Peace, Chris All Church Retreat Openings There are sll rooms available for the All Church Retreat in Montreat, NC, September 30-October 2. Email Carrie Tule to sign up ([email protected]). Two Worship Services Resume on September 11 The 8:30 and 11am worship services will resume this Sunday, September 11. Church School and Chancel Choir will start back that day as well.
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WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHDo Justice • Love Kindness • Walk Humbly

September 7, 2016

Westminster Presbyterian Church is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA).

In this IssueConcerns & Celebrations 2

Tutor HVE Students 2Thinking About Ushering? 2

Haiti Collections 2Westminster on Wednesdays 3

What Is Aperture? 3Sign Up for Wednesday Dinner! 3

WOW: First Wednesdays 3Rally Day 4

Godly Play Returns 4Join a Church School Team 4

In the Library 5Child & Youth Protection Training 5

Adult Church School Classes 5Fall Women's Retreat 6

Anti-Racism Workshops 6Men's Breakfast Book Study 6

James in the Suburbs 6Thank you, Pledgers! 7

Upcoming Inquirers' Class 7Session Notes: August 21 7Community Clothing Sale 7

Join Us, Singers! 7Youth Ministry News 8

Westminster School for Children 9Church Finance Overview 9

Afternoon Tea 9A Thank You 9

Community Opportunities 9Preaching Schedule 10Worship Volunteers 10

Friends and fellow disciples,

School has begun. Calendars and classes and opportunities are finding their right relationship on the second Monday, or Wednesdays at 5pm, or every other Thursday. There is a lot to do, and most of it feels pretty important.

It’s the same here at Westminster. Please take the time to read everything in this newsletter that is busy and full, in a church that is much of the same. Find your place. Ask a question. Serve. We’ve got places for you to find something good to read, gather around a meal with friends, and tend to those in need in Durham and around the world.

I also hope you’ll try something new. (And no, I am not talking to those of you who do 45 things already, though we love seeing you.) If you haven’t found a place yet, or would like to meet some friends interested in seeking Christ together, check out what’s inside this newsletter. Investigate a table at Rally Day this Sunday morning. If you’re not sure, find one of us on staff. I’d love to tell you more.

God is surely at work among us. I am grateful for the privilege of sharing the journey with you.

Peace,

Chris

All Church Retreat OpeningsThere are still rooms available for

the All Church Retreat in Montreat, NC, September 30-October 2. Email Carrie Tuttle to sign up ([email protected]).

Two Worship Services Resume on September 11

The 8:30 and 11am worship services will resume this

Sunday, September 11. Church School and Chancel Choir will start

back that day as well.

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Linda BarnettCarl Boxberger's brother

Carol & Bruce Cunningham’s granddaughterPat Gunter

Judy Lamon's friend

David McQuay's friendLee Murphy

Carol Walker's friendSara Wylie's father

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Volunteer Opportunities

Concerns & Celebrations Please remember the following in your prayers this week.

Haiti CollectionsOver-the-Counter Medicines

Next month, the WPC Haiti Medical Mission Team will leave for its second trip. One of the reasons that last year's trip was successful was due to your generosity in purchasing many of the medical supplies we took with us.

Beginning this Sunday, September 11, you can sign up to donate over-the-counter medicines and supplies that we need to take for the people of Haiti. One of the most critical things we need is vitamins for all ages. The people we will be working with do not have access to the food that we take for granted, and suffer from malnutrition. This was especially evident to us in the children we saw last year.

We will need to take thousands of vitamins with us, along with things like TUMS, saline nose spray, eye drops, Desitin, A&D ointment, antifungal cream, liquid soap, cough drops, and Ziploc bags.

The Haiti Mission Team will be in the Courtyard after worship each Sunday with sign-up sheets, and we ask you to return the items as quickly as possible to the green collection bin in the Mission Center. Thank you in advance for your care and love for the people of Haiti.

Contact: Kay Wellemeyer ([email protected]; 919-383-6503)

Underwear and Shoes

Please bring donations of new boys’ underwear and shorts or lightly used boys' and girls' Crocs and flip-flop type shoes to the green collection bin in the Mission Center.

Contact: Jules Taylor ([email protected])

Pillowcase Dresses

Dress kits are available to be checked out in the green bin or you can make them on your own. Visit www.bit.ly/HaitiDressInst for dress-making instructions.

Contact: Helen Harrison ([email protected])

Please bring all donations for Haiti to the green collection bin by Monday, October 10.

Tutor Hope Valley Elementary Students

Our neighbors at Epworth United Methodist Church are looking for tutors to assist with its After-school Tutoring Program. The program, in its fifth year, takes place in the Epworth Fellowship Hall from 3:30-4:45pm on Mondays and Wednesdays during the school year. Tutors work with 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders from Hope Valley Elementary on reading, writing, spelling, math, and general homework help.

Tutoring resumes on Monday, September 19. Contact Kenneth Roberts to learn more or sign up ([email protected]).

Thinking About Ushering?If you've been on the fence about volunteering to usher, here's what current usher Shelley Bainter enjoys about it:

"The reasons that I like ushering are simple. It's an easy and fun way to fill an important role during worship.

It's always fun to see people filing in, especially the enthusiastic children. I especially like to give guidance to folks who clearly are first-time visitors who are a little unsure as they cross the threshold of the Sanctuary.

Being on an ushering team is another good way to meet other members. You have some time to talk and get to know each other during the year.

I've especially loved that my kid-friends have volunteered to help me, too. No doubt part of their motivation is choosing activity over sitting quietly in the Sanctuary, but they also have learned about the importance of each part of the worship service, engaging with everyone who attends, and being a good steward of the facility."

Sign up for an 11am usher team at www.bit.ly/myWPCserve.

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Westminster Presbyterian Church

WESTMINSTER ON WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays at Westminster are a time for fellowship, service, learning, collaboration, and fun!

1st Wednesday

we•form kids

we•form kids

we•form kids

we•form kids

WOW:First

WednesdaysAperture:

ThirdWednesdays

5:00

5:15

5:30

5:45

6:00

6:15

6:30

6:45

7:00

7:15

7:30

7:45

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2nd Wednesday 3rd Wednesday 4th Wednesday

Committee Meetings:Ways & Means

AssimilationYouth Council

Committee Meetings:

Committees that need to reschedule

Committee Meetings:

StewardshipChristian EdFellowship

Local MissionsGlobal Missions

Committee Meetings:

Personnel Worship

Adult Christian Education

Dinner Dinner DinnerDinner

What is Aperture: Third Wednesdays?Aperture: Third Wednesdays is a gathering of folks seeking light on God’s truth through the stories, struggles, and experiences of God’s people. Aperture will bring speakers and seekers, authors and professors, formers and reformers to help us focus more on God’s truth all around us. It will meet on third Wednesdays from 6:30-8pm at Westminster. Dinner will be available beforehand, beginning at 5:45pm. Our first speaker, William Willimon, will join us on October 19 to discuss his latest book, "Fear of the Other: No Fear in Love."

Sign Up for Wednesday Dinner!Don't miss the delicious dinners we have planned for upcoming Wednesdays. Please sign up for dinner by the Monday night before at www.bit.ly/myWPCevent so we can assist our preparers and be good stewards of the food.

September 14: Ham, mac-and-cheese, green beansSeptember 21: Baked Potato Bar, salad

September 28: To be determinedOctober 5: WOW: First Wednesdays Food Trucks

October 12: Taco Night

Dinner is $5 per person; $20 max per family. Volunteers are needed to serve on food set-up crews. Email Jennifer Feiler to sign up ([email protected]).

WOW: First WednesdaysStop Hunger Now Meal Packing on Wednesday, October 5

5:30pm-8pm | Fellowship Hall

WOW: First Wednesdays continues this fall with a Stop Hunger Now meal packing on Wednesday, October 5. Food trucks will be here for dinner starting at 5:30pm.

Sign up to pack meals at www.bit.ly/wpc10-5WOW. Shifts last one hour and begin at 6pm and 7pm. If you can’t attend the event, please consider donating toward the cost of the meals using the link above. Each Stop Hunger Now meal only costs $0.29!

Stay tuned for additional details and, in the meantime, put October 5 on your calendar!

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Christian Education news

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Sunday, September 11 9:45am, Fellowship Hall & Parlor

Children and youth are invited to come meet their Church School teachers while parents confirm their kids’ information on the class rosters. Light breakfast and beverages will be provided.

At about 10:15am, children and youth will head to their classrooms with teachers. Adults will migrate to the Parlor at that time to hear about the adult Christian Education opportunities for them in the coming year (see page 5 for a preview). If you have never been part of a Church School class, come learn more about these wonderful offerings and meet the people who will be leading them.

Godly Play Returns: Sunday, September 11Godly Play is an innovative Montessori-based curriculum that engages children in kindergarten and 1st grade in learning through storytelling, ritual, and hands-on activity. The Godly Play approach teaches classical Christian language in a way that enhances the child’s authentic experience of God based on wonder, creativity, and mystery.

Godly Play meets on Sunday mornings during the 11am worship service. Kindergartners and 1st graders go to worship with their families and are excused following the Children's Message. A Godly Play volunteer meets them in the Courtyard to take them to the Godly Play Room (Room G10 on the ground floor of the Mission Center), where parents can pick them up after worship.

No RSVP or registration is necessary for Godly Play! This is a wonderful space for kindergartners and 1st graders to learn how to express their faith. Contact Heather Ferguson with questions ([email protected]).

2-3 Yr. Olds

Jennie Brame

Sara Yarborough

Katie Donoway

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4 Yrs. – Kindergarten

Muff Urbaniak

Julie Hardison

Helen Tharrington

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1st & 2nd Grades

Toni Baldauf

Dawn Lamont

Laura Loehr

Joanne Finkle

Stacey Smith

Dempsey Smith

Rebecca Joyner

3rd Grade

Shannon Allee

Dexter Meath

Carrie Tuttle

Erica Hill

4th Grade

Michelle Ferguson

Chris McLaughlin

Lynn Leubuscher

Amy Stanfield

Mercer Stanfield

5th Grade

Thelma Allen

Lucia Cooke

Melinda Vaughn

Amy Simonson

Junior High (6th-7th Grade)

Ashley Barnes

Anne Sherman

Jim Young

John Graham

8th Grade Confirmation

Shelley Bainter

Abby Furman

Kim Garcia

Paul Garcia

Amy Hill

Mark Hill

Betsy Kelly

Senior High (9th-12th Grade)

Blair Hartman

Ben Joyner

Quinn McFall

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Join a Church School Teaching TeamDo you know someone who would be a great Church School teacher? There are openings on teaching teams for the 2-3 Yr. Old, 4 Yrs. - Kindergarten, and Senior High classes. If you'd like to suggest someone or be a teacher or sub yourself, contact Heather Ferguson ([email protected]).

Tremendous thanks to the all the new and returning Church School teachers who will be nurturing our children and youth on Sunday mornings this year!

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In the Library Racism Explained to My Daughter by Tahar Ben Jelloun

Jelloun, a French writer of Moroccan descent, wrote this book in response to his 10-year-old daughter's questions about racism, examining its social, political, economic, and psychological aspects. Jelloun's essay is aimed at guiding children from 8 to 14 through the complexity of racism. Other writers offer their own responses regarding how to explain racism.

- Ongoing Classes -

Sojourners: Finding Another WayFacilitator: Eileen McAvoyRoom 208; Class begins on September 25

The Sojourners class focuses on how to be a Christian in our everyday life. This fall, it will explore the practice of Nonviolent Communication (NVC). NVC supports people in staying connected to their deepest values while engaging others in a way that promotes understanding and compassion. It is useful in any kind of human interaction: parenting, family relationships, work relationships, and community and societal issues. Join us as we learn the basics of the process and practice it in situations or around topics of interest to the group.

The Present Word: Sovereignty of GodFacilitators: Mike Bunch, Richard DraffinRoom 105 (9/18-10/2) and Room 205 (10/9-11/27)

The fall quarter of The Present Word will consider a theme that is important biblically and theologically. The “sovereignty of God” is a way of describing God’s greatness and preeminence over all things in creation. Our sessions reflect on the sovereignty of God as expressed in the book of Isaiah. Here God’s kingdom of peace and God’s everlasting covenant convey the love of the God who has established the foundations of the earth and whose coming reign invites all to a great feast together.

Bible Roundtable: Proverbs Facilitators: Eric WolfRoom 207; Class begins on September 18

The Bible Roundtable class will continue its in-depth study on the book of Proverbs. Proverbs is not merely an anthology but a "collection of collections" relating to a pattern of life which lasted for more than a millennium. It is an example of the Biblical wisdom tradition, and raises questions of values, moral behavior, the meaning of human life, and right conduct. You are invited to come and learn wisdom, and have a lot of fun and laughs with the pithy teachings of Proverbs.

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Faith and Our Culture: Ethical Issues in Contemporary Culture and Jesus’ ParablesFacilitator: Jim Clack | Room 204September 18 – November 13

The interaction between Christian faith and the behavior of those in our culture, including government leaders, religions and their proponents, business and labor management, has become a controversial interplay. In this class, we will compare a selectedsample of ethical issues – such as welfare and charity, racial tension, parenthood, and freedom of speech – with selections from Jesus’ parables as written in Matthew. After examining our opinions on these issues, we will consult with the parables found in Matthew 13, 18, 20, 21, 22, and 25 to give us a Christian perspective. Participants are encouraged to add cultural/ethical issues of their own interests to the agenda.

Learning Spanish as Church HospitalityInstructors: Luis & Margaret Maes | Room 203September 18 – November 13

Who are the Spanish-speaking folks you meet throughout the day? What do you know about their lives, their families, and their faith?

The Church School elective, “Learning Spanish as Church Hospitality” will teach basic Spanish-speaking skills so we can communicate and provide a welcoming atmosphere to the Hispanic communities around us, thus building deeper relationships with our Hispanic neighbors.

Space is limited. Please register at www.bit.ly/myWPCevent. Student Manuals cost $10 and are available in the Mission Center.

Contact Heather Ferguson with questions about adult Church School classes

([email protected]).

— Adult Church School Classes: Fall 2016 —

Child & Youth Protection Policy Training

A Child & Youth Protection Policy Training for volunteers working with children and youth will be offered this Sunday, September 11, at 12:15pm in Room 105.

If you have not attended this training in the past two years, please plan to attend. Register at www.bit.ly/myWPCevent.

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Fall Women's Retreat

Love Yourself as Your Neighbor: The Gift of Self-Compassion

Saturday, September 24, from 9am-3pmOak Lodge at New Hope Camp & Conference Center

As Christians, most of us offer a hand, a casserole, a kind word, a visit, and more when others need it most. Not always, though, do we extend that same love and compassion to ourselves.

Self-compassion is giving ourselves the same gentleness and kindness we would give others. During this retreat, we'll explore what's been called, "The Forgotten Commandment," by looking at what the Bible says about truth, grace, forgiveness, and loving ourselves as we love others.

The retreat will be led by Sarah Friday Peters. Cost is $35 (includes breakfast and lunch). Register by September 18 at www.bit.ly/myWPCevent.

Contacts: Susan Landis ([email protected]; 919-641-0646) and Mary Todd Peters ([email protected]; 919-593-5350)

Anti-Racism WorkshopsOrganizing Against Racism (OAR) is a network of anti-racism groups and activities in and around the Triangle. OAR works to continue developing awareness about how racism lives in each of us and in our institutions, so that we may be strong, organized, and clear in our efforts to dismantle racism.

One way OAR does this is by organizing anti-racism workshops led by the Racial Equity Institute (REI). With a clear understanding of how institutions and systems are producing unjust and inequitable outcomes, workshop participants are able to begin a journey to work toward social transformation and racial justice.

Learn more and see when upcoming workshops will be held at www.oarnc.org. Contact Heather Ferguson with questions or to learn more ([email protected]).

Monday Morning Bible Study

James in the Suburbs Mondays, September 26 - December 12

10am-12pm in Room 105Books available for $20

Most Christians are consumers. We are obsessed with knowing the right theology and following the right set of rules in hopes that God will bless us. Yet, no matter how much God blesses us, we are still looking for more. James says this life of faith is dead. But there is another type of Christian, one who craves being put to work as the servant of God to share God's blessings with others. Their faith spurs them on to become the hands and feet of Christ. James says this faith is alive.

"James in the Suburbs" is a parable – an energizing story of the lives of six men and women – that wraps itself around the Epistle of James, making its teachings immediately applicable to modern life. We will walk away with not only a thorough understanding of the epistle, but also the unforgettable story of people just like us, whose lives the Holy Spirit turned upside down.

Contact: Heather Ferguson ([email protected])

Men's Breakfast Book Study1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7am

Starting September 15Hope Valley Diner (3710 Shannon Rd)

The Men's Breakfast Book Study is a group of men that meets twice monthly for fellowship, breakfast, and good, faith-filled conversation. The group starts a new study each fall, and men can sign up or step out at that point. Some will be there twice a month, others will be able to come only once a month. Either way, we'd love to have you!

This fall, the group will read Atul Gawande's "Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End." You can purchase the book in a local bookstore or online.

Please sign up at www.bit.ly/myWPCevent. All are welcome to join! Contact: Chris Tuttle ([email protected]).

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Session Notes: August 21During the August 21 meeting, the Session examined and received officers of the class of 2019 including new elders: Luke Bumm, Bill Coppridge, Bonnie Derr, Quinn McFall, and Madison Dunk; and new deacons: Beth Day, Bo Ferguson, Chris Kelley, Jon Owensby, Lori Rosemond, Katherine Stanley, and Jim Walker. The Session heartily welcomed these new officers and looks forward to benefiting from their leadership over the coming years.

The Personnel Committee put forward a motion for an expression of thanks and appreciation to the staff for their efforts during Chris and Monica’s sabbaticals over the summer. The motion was approved and the statement can be found on page 9.

Guest deacon Bill Pogue, Local Missions chair, presented the Local Missions Funds Allocation Procedure document and explained the careful process that produced this matrix for evaluating agencies and partners (501c3 organizations) for alignment of our values and goals with WPC’s benevolence budgeting. The matrix will help to maximize benefit to those we help. It will also identify agencies and organizations whose needs have shifted over the years, and partners where we no longer have active participation from our own members. The Session approved the use of this funding procedure.

Cindy SoloeClass of 2018

Join Us, Singers!Westminster’s Chancel Choir begins its 2016-2017 season with rehearsal on Sunday, September 11, at 10am in the Music Room. Midweek rehearsals resume on Thursday, September 15, from 7:30-9:15pm in the Music Room.

We welcome new singers at any time, but the start of a new season is a great time to join. There are many excellent reasons to sing in the Chancel Choir:

• As a choir member, you offer a truly valuable service to the church.

• By sharing your musical gifts, you are privileged to enjoy a great variety of wonderful music and rich fellowship on a regular basis.

• Choir members are hard-working, fun-loving, and caring people. Your life is sure to be enriched by joining this spiritually and musically rich group of friends!

We look forward to welcoming you as we make a joyful noise to the Lord! Contact Monica Rossman with any questions ([email protected]; 919-489-4974, ext. 113).

Back-to-School Community Clothing SaleSaturday, September 17 | 8:30am-12:30pm (rain or shine)

Fellowship Hall & Courtyard

Keep those donations of birth-to-teen clothing, books, backpacks, and athletic equipment/clothing/shoes coming!

Don't have items to donate? That's okay! You can support the Back-to-School Community Clothing Sale by volunteering at it (sign up at www.bit.ly/myWPCserve) and inviting your friends and neighbors to the sale. There will be free donuts and coffee and fun activities for the kids.

The sale will be a great time to get to know our neighbors and all proceeds from it will go to a fund allowing the Neighborhood Mission Team to host more community events and offer support to schools.

Thank you, Pledgers!Thank you to all who filled out a Time & Talent pledge last month! You will hear from the volunteer leaders who coordinate the areas you're interested in by the end of September.

If you haven't filled out a Time & Talent pledge yet, it's not too late. Simply visit www.bit.ly/wpcTimeTalent and complete your pledge. A copy of the pledge will be emailed to you AND to the people who coordinate the areas you're interested in.

Upcoming Inquirers' ClassInterested in learning more about Westminster or becoming a member?

The next Inquirers' Class begins on Sunday, October 9, in Room 105 at 9:45am. Get to know fellow inquirers, learn about the PC(USA) and WPC's ministry, meet staff, and find out where YOU can fit in!

The class will run for six weeks, meeting October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, and 13. Space is limited so that we might get to know one another well.

Contact Barb Schmidt ([email protected]; 919-489-4974, ext. 100) to sign up or learn more.

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youth ministry news

Meet Jane!This month, Westminster is getting an intern to support the community-building and faith-forming work of the WPC Youth Group. Jane Langston, a sophomore at UNC-Chapel Hill, will come on board three hours a week, attending Youth Group gatherings and being mentored by Associate Pastor for Youth Taylor Lewis Guthrie Hartman.

“Jane has such a passion for youth ministry and for mission – a perfect WPC combo,” Taylor said. “I'm excited that she'll get to grow in relationship with the youth and with the advisors. She’s creative, too, and already has an amazing set of ideas coming in that will serve our youth.”

Jane is equally excited to become a part of the Westminster community.

“Jack Mountain and Kayley Peters always rave about the WPC Youth Group, so I can’t wait to experience that.”

Jane, who is pursuing a double major in Religious Studies and English, grew up in Clinton, NC, a small eastern North Carolina town where everyone knows who you are.

“It was a nice environment to grow up in – not the typical small-town experience where your opportunities or creativity are limited,” Jane said. “I’m thankful for Clinton.”

When Jane started high school, her mom took a position at a Presbyterian church and Jane began attending youth group there.

“It was a good time to transition to a new church and youth group because 9th grade was the age that everyone was starting youth group,” said Jane, who grew up in the Baptist church.

Because theology in the Presbyterian church is quite different from theology in the Baptist church of her upbringing, Jane said there was a lot to catch up on. Going through confirmation in 9th grade helped that, though. Jane was especially grateful to her volunteer youth leader for taking time to provide extra explanation for all the questions that arose during confirmation.

Two of the friends Jane made in youth group headed to UNC-Chapel Hill the year before her and came back with stories of how incredible the Presbyterian Campus Ministry (PCM) was there. It didn’t take long for Jane to get plugged into PCM when she arrived at Carolina.

She was a little worried at first, coming to such a big university from such a small town. (There were about 160 people in Jane’s graduating class.) But she realized through PCM that you can

make a big school feel small when you find the right community.

“Finding a place at PCM made a huge difference in how I experience Carolina.”

From her community in Clinton to her community in college, we welcome Jane to the vibrant community of faith at Westminster with open arms and hearts!

“Jack Mountain and Kayley Peters always rave about

the WPC Youth Group, so I can’t wait to experience that.”

YOUTH MINISTRY CALENDAR9/11 Youth Group: Youth Kick-off Potluck & Parent Meeting, 5:30pm, Youth Suite & Fellowship Hall9/14 Youth Senior High Outing (DPS Students), 1:30pm, The Parlour (117 Market St)9/14 Youth Council Meeting, 5:30pm, Youth Suite9/18 Youth Group, 5:30pm, Youth Suite & Fellowship Hall9/22 Youth Senior High Outing (CHCCS Students), 8:30am, Ye Olde Waffle Shop (173 E Franklin St)9/25 Youth Group, 5:30pm, Youth Suite & Fellowship Hall

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The 2016-2017 school year is off to a great start with 109 excited students and 22 enthusiastic staff members in attendance! The teachers spent all last week designing their learning spaces and preparing to share a love of learning with their new students. On Monday, we refreshed our CPR skills with Loree and Ernest from UNC Hospital. On Wednesday, we met with Sgt. Nicholas Schneider from the Durham Police Department. Sgt. Schneider talked to our staff about campus and building safety and emergency procedures. We will be able to stay in touch with him throughout the year as we have questions and concerns.

Now, it's time for all of you to come down to the lower floor of the Holderness Mission Center to see the beautiful classrooms and see the students and staff in action! Would you like to volunteer? Just ask! We'd love to have you.

Please let your friends and neighbors know that we still have a few openings for this school year. Send any two, three, or four-year-olds our way. Two-year-olds must have turned two by May 31, 2016. Call our office with any questions (919-489-8432).

Thank you for your interest and support of this school. We are proud to be part of Westminster Presbyterian Church.

Kathy StickleyDirector

A Thank YouOn August 21, the Session passed a resolution thanking the staff for their efforts this summer:

“The Session expresses its thanks and appreciation for the efforts of the Westminster clergy and staff during the head pastor and Minister of Music’s summer sabbaticals. During Chris and Monica’s absence, the church ran smoothly and efficiently through summer services, a youth mission trip, two funerals, and all the day-to-day activities that make up the regular rhythm of our community’s life. On behalf of the congregation, we thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and love in Christ that each of you bring to your calling.”

We had a particularly busy summer, and our clergy and regular staff stepped up to the challenge. Please take a moment to thank them for the work they do to keep our church running smoothly.

Church Finance OverviewWestminster shares an overview of its finances in the newsletter each month.

August Financials YTD Actual YTD BudgetIncome: $719,616 $768,784 Expense: $745,126 $769,111

You can keep up with your pledge by setting up an automatic draft or making a one-time pledge payment online in myWPC. Contact Office Manager Elizabeth Takla with questions ([email protected]; 919-489-4974, ext. 122).

Community Opportunities

Cub Scouts Open EnrollmentFor rising 1st-5th grade boys, Cub Scout Pack 451 (chartered by WPC since 1967) will host Cub Scout information events on Saturday, September 10, at 2pm in Calhoon Cabin, and on Monday, September 12, at 7pm in the Fellowship Hall. Children and their families are invited to attend either event, which will last about an hour, and include activities for kids while the adults meet with pack leaders.

Contact Pack Committee Chair Matt Warren to learm more (919-493-6750, [email protected]).

Save the date! It's that time of year again. The 13th Annual BBQ Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, October 1, from 5-8pm. Enjoy delicious BBQ pork or chicken plates from our seasoned chefs. Take-out options will be available. All proceeds will go to programs and facilities at the camp. Visit www.newhopeccc.org for more info.

Afternoon Tea Benefitting the Presbyterian Campus Ministry at

North Carolina Central University

Treat yourself or a friend to a lovely afternoon tea! Beautiful tables, tasty delicacies, good conversation, and a worthy cause –what could be better? Join us on Sunday, September 18, from 3-4:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. Tickets are $25. Contact Betsy Mangum for tickets ([email protected]; 919-880-9238).

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The next WPC newsletter will be published on September 21. The deadline to submit material is September 14.

To submit material for publication, contact Communication Coordinator Kara Pearce ([email protected]; 919-489-4974, ext. 101).

The newsletter is emailed. If you would like to receive a paper copy by mail, please contact Kara Pearce.

ACOLYTES 9/11 Stella Joyner, Ava Nichols9/18 Nora Joyner, Katherine McFall9/25 Heath Tuttle10/2 Volunteers Needed

LECTORS9/11 8:30 Bill Coppridge 11:00 Gene Brannon9/18 8:30 Volunteer Needed 11:00 Davis Bingham9/25 8:30 Volunteer Needed 11:00 Collin Day10/2 8:30 Chuck Byrd 11:00 Judy Lamon

OFFERING COUNTERS9/11 8:30 Ryowon Kim & Peter Scilipote 11:00 Anne Wolf, Will Yancy9/18 8:30 Carl & Adella Boxberger 11:00 Barbara Rynerson, Jules Taylor9/25 8:30 Lois Bender, Gary Carr 11:00 Alex & Mary Denson10/2 8:30 John High, Bill Whitt 11:00 Beth Eagen, Gloria Kanoy

Worship Volunteers for September 11, 18, 25, and October 2

USHERS9/11 8:30 Andy, Erik, Madison & Alex Dunk 11:00 Keenan Day, John & Ruth Caccavale; Mike, Page & Shelby Page 9/18 8:30 Gary Ferrell, Becky & Ron Sale, Hugh White 11:00 Jimmy, Mary Beth & Evan McIntyre; Jennifer, Neil & Logan McElroy9/25 8:30 Bill Coppridge, Bill McAvoy, Perry Tharrington, Richard Watson 11:00 Volunteers Needed10/2 8:30 Lee & Sue Murphy, Bill & Jackie Whitt 11:00 Kevin & Lori Rosemond, Mary Beck Sutton

NURSERY Every Sunday: Infants, Toddlers, 8:30 2-5 yr olds - WPC Nursery Staff9/11 2-3: Leah Oviedo-Sauls, Sophie Califano; 4-5: Carrie Tuttle, Melinda Vaughn9/18 2-3: Forrest & Rebekah Perry; 4-5: Mike & Rachel Meyen9/25 2-3: Volunteers Needed; 4-5: Volunteers Needed10/2 2-3: Volunteers Needed; 4-5: Ben & Tina Allen

SOUND TECHNICIANSSeptember 8:30 Derek Leadbetter 10:00/11:00 Blair ChesnutOctober 8:30 Doug Wellemeyer 11:00 Lee Katrincic

Visit www.bit.ly/myWPCserve to see available dates and sign up for a 2016-2017 worship volunteer team.

Preaching ScheduleSeptember 11 - Rally Day (8:30 and 11am Worship Services Resume)Preaching: Chris Tuttle

September 18Preaching: Taylor Lewis Guthrie Hartman

September 25 - Birthday SundayPreaching: Chris Tuttle

October 2 - World Communion SundayPreaching: Chris Tuttle

September 7, 2016

Westminster Presbyterian Church is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA).