ANNOUNCEMENTS

CAMP HAPPENINGS 5-16-2021

CAMP HAPPENINGS

May 14, 2021

Luke 12:27 – Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil not, they spin not; and yet I say unto you, that Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE UPCOMING GENERAL CONFERENCE?

We mentioned at the church council meeting that we are organizing an event so we can begin the work of being informed about General Conference. We have confirmed the dates and want you to get this on your calendar. This is a meeting you won’t want to miss!

Let join together as we hear a General Conference update – with Rev. Belton Joyner

When: Tuesday July 13 at 6:30 PM
Where: At Camp UMC in the Youth and Family Center

Stay tuned for more details!
Submitted by Pastor Steve

PASTOR ALEX IS OFFICIALLY ORDAINED

The North Carolina Annual Conference 2021 is being held June 16-19th. It will be an exciting time for Pastor Alex as he will be officially ordained. This has been a long journey for our young pastor. After 10 years of study and preparation he had to wait yet another year to receive the final ordination which was postponed due to Covid. Let’s join together as a congregation and congratulate him on this great achievement. For more info on the Annual Conference click on the button below.

North Carolina Annual Conference 2021

ARE YOU CURIOUS ABOUT METHODISM? WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Methodism: What We Believe
Pastor Alex will be teaching a class on Methodism in the fall from three angles: theology, history, and polity. He will be offering a daytime in-person session of this class and an evening ZOOM portion of this class. More details are forthcoming, but please contact Pastor Alex directly if you are interested in this opportunity. The exact curriculum is TBD, but please estimate about 12 weeks of learning together
Submitted by Pastor Alex

WORSHIP SCHEDULE AND UPDATE

Our church is wide open and we welcome all! We are still practicing the three W’s: the proper Wearing of masks, Waiting socially distant at 6 feet apart, and regular Washing of your hands. We are exploring new ways of staying well connected as the Body of Christ at Camp UMC. When you arrive to worship be sure to see the ushers and other helpers to check in so we know that you are here.

May 16
8:30 AM Praise & Worship

11:00 AM Traditional Worship
May 23
8:30 AM Praise & Worship

11:00 AM Traditional Worship

SPPR

NURSERY HELPERS NEEDED!
Do you have a desire to teach children about God’s love? Camp is currently in need of two Nursery Workers to provide care for babies and children under the age of 5. You will participate in leading the children through songs and a short lesson. Hours include Sundays 8:15 AM-12:30 PM and Wednesday nights 5:30-7:30 PM. (Will not have Wednesdays after May 26 until September 8) This is a paid position under the direct supervision of the Head Nursery Worker. Experience is not required, but preferred. Pay is based on experience. If you are interested, please contact Jill Bryant at [email protected] (919-274-4483), Allison Hunter (217-935-8503) or Marlene Hall (910-470-0131) for a complete job description and application and to set up an interview.
Submitted by Jill Bryant, SPPR Chair

GIVING

Offerings collected week of 5/2/2021
General Fund Budget $13,407
General Fund Offering $12,969
Variance to Budget $ ( 439)New Sanctuary Debt
JTF Rec’d 5/2/21 $50,969
Note Balance as of 5/10/21 = $0

Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow!
Submitted by Theresa Tese, Treasurer

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TRUSTEES

May Church Locking Calendar
Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thur	Fri	Sat
2	3	4	5	6	7	8
Jack Scarborough Jim & Peggy Antunes	Jay Combs	DB Grantham	Kevin & Kelly Littlejohn Cinco de Mayo	Larry Harrelson	Jim Wallace	Katie Mae
9	10	11	12	13	14	15
Glen Humbert Jack Scarborough Mother’s Day	Mike Nelson	Thom Arnold	Kevin/Kelly Littlejohn	Larry Harrelson	Gary Poulos	Jim & Peggy Antunes
16	17	18	19	20	21	22
Jack Scarborough Ronnie Markum	Bobby Steve Tax Day	Rick Pinson	Kevin/Kelly Littlejohn	Carl Votik	Jim Wallace	Joe/Brody Walker
23	24	25	26	27	28	29
Alex Parker Jack Scarborough	Keith Fillman	Calvin Chandler	Kevin/Kelly Littlejohn	Larry Harrelson	Gary Poulos	Jim Wallace
30	31	June 1	2	3	4	5
Beth Hunter Jack Scarborough	Memorial Day	DB Grantham	Kevin/Kelly Littlejohn	Larry Harrelson	Jim Wallace

ALTAR GUILD

The altar arrangement for Sunday, May 16th, is given to the Glory of God and in honor of the 52nd wedding anniversary of Bob and Judy Deaver. Congratulations you two!
Submitted by Sue Wells, Altar Guild Chair

SALT
It is not too late to register!

YOUTH

On Wednesday, May 12^th the youth will be engaging in a service project to help one of Camp’s own family member with some yard work. We will meet at church for our snack supper and take the bus to her home and complete the work. If we are diligent in working efficiently, we will stop for milkshakes on the way back to church to refresh! Thank you Tamy for creating this opportunity for the youth to serve the needs of others!

Submitted by Kelly Littlejohn, Director of Children’s Ministry

Two of our little acolytes or should we say angels? Maggie Gray Garner and Addie Lewis!

CAMP KIDS

Camp Kids will finish up our spring session on May 26 with a field day. We will take a break over the summer and resume on September 8, 2021.

Parents Night Out is Saturday, May 15 from 4-7 pm. We currently have 18 kids registered! We look forward to planting flowers, making slime, and enjoying fellowship.

Vacation Bible School planning is in full swing! We will host this community wide event on June 20-24 from 5-7:30 pm in the YFC. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Allison Hunter, [email protected].

We have 10 bright and vibrant children who have stepped up to serve in the role of acolyte. If you see them, please give them a word of encouragement! They are excited to serve in the church, but nervous at the same time. : )

Thank you to all of you who provide service and words of encouragement to myself and our children’s ministry. Your love means the world to myself and the families involved. We are all very grateful for each of you!

Weekly Camp Kids Newsletter link is below.
Submitted by Allison Hunter, Director of Children’s Ministry

Camp Kids Newsletter

SOUP KITCHEN
We would like to send a big shout out and thank you to JP Russ and Howard Varnum for cooking burgers on the grill for the community meal last Friday. They served 155 meals! The menu for the rest of the month is:May 14 – Spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, roll/bread and dessert
May 21 – Ham/Barbecue, potato salad, vegetable, roll/bread and dessert
May 28 – Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetable, roll/bread and dessert

If you can contribute anything for a meal, if you want to help deliver meals or if you love to wash dishes, please contact Debbie Donoghue at 910-540-3595.

Thank you for your continued support of this valuable local community mission.
Submitted by Chicky Wallace, Soup Kitchen Committee

A SPECIAL BAPTISM
On Sunday, May 2, Reid Chambley was baptized by Pastor Steve! It was a special moment for our congregation as we watched this little fellow asked to be baptized! Reid is pictured below with his parents and sister! Welcome to the family of Christian brotherhood Reid!
Submitted by Tamy Munns, Director Congregational Care

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS
Please make sure you introduce yourself to our newest members and be sure to welcome them to our congregation!
Submitted by Tamy Munns, Director Congregational Care

Kenny, Jessica, Tyler and Mason Lewis

Mel and Shawn O’Daniels & Aiden McBride (one of our little acolytes)

Steve and Corki Jarvis

Pat Vonatski

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