This weekly newsletter from Woodinville Community United Methodist Church provides information about the previous Sunday's sermon on being "Salt and Light to Our World", upcoming church events, and needs in the community. The previous Sunday's sermon reminded congregation members that as Christians they are called to show their faith through love and good deeds. Upcoming events include choir rehearsals starting September 19th, an outdoor family hike on September 29th, and a new book club beginning September 24th. The newsletter also provides updates on fundraising for water system repairs and needs for the local food bank.

1. Weekly News from WCUMC-9/16/2012
Sharing the transforming love of Jesus, across the street and around the world.
"Being the Salt and Light of Jesus
to Our World"
“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how
can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to
be thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world.
A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp
and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives
light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine
before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your
Father in heaven."
Matthew 5:13-16
This week's service was a reminder that we are called to show the world
our Christian faith. To live as a Christian is to love . . . and it shows in
our faces if we are following Christ with genuine commitment.
We are to let our light shine before others, not at them.
As Rick closed his sermon today, he shared a video of Jena Lee Nardella,
executive director of Blood: Water Mission, a non-profit missionary group
serving in Africa. Her prayer for our nation and its leaders (both
Democrat and Republican) is an inspiration to us all, and a great
example of being "salt and light to our world". You can view her closing
prayer on YouTube by clicking on this link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VSJvYo6u2M

2. Next week– “Greater Things Than These” – John 14:12-14, Rick Vinther, preaching
THIS WEEK AT WCUMC
Sunday - 9/16
Financial Peace University - 12:30 - Rm. 11
Evening Prayer, 5:30 PM, Prayer Room
Monday - 9/17
The "Word" Bible Study, 2:00 PM, Memorial Room
Talk Time, 7:00 PM, Crossfire Room
Men of Integrity - 7:00 PM, Memorial Room
Tuesday - 9/18
Women's Bible Study (BSO), 9:30 - 11:30 AM, Sanctuary
Men's Bible Study, 9:45 AM, Room 10
Wednesday - 9/19
Women's Bible Study, 10:00 AM, Memorial Room
Choir Practice 7:15 - 8:30 PM - Sanctuary
Prison Ministry meets in Church parking lot at 5:40 PM
Youth Group 7:00 PM, Crossfire Room
Thursday - 9/20
Friday - 9/21
Saturday - 9/22
Men's Saturday Morning Group, 7:30 AM, CH
Sunday - 9/23
Sunday School classes 9:00 AM
Nursery Care is available in the Children’s Wing

3. 10:30 AM Worship Service
IMPORTANT NEWS AND EVENTS
A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM WCUMC
TRUSTEES
Thank you for your gifts to the church's water system replacement. We
praise God that we now have $12,022 towards fixing it. This will enable
us to replace the basic system but we still need to pray for additional
donations to bring our building completely up to code. We need $15,000
- $18,000 in total.
Please continue to pray that the Lord will provide the resources, and
continue to give, as you are able, to the Designated Fund for "Water
System".

4. Choir begins Wed., September 19
The Chancel Choir will be starting rehearsals this coming Wednesday
night, Sept. 19, from 7:15 - 8:30 PM. We welcome new members. All
parts are needed. Join us for an exciting year and and opportunity to
praise God.
Attention Instrumentalists!
If you play an instrument we would love to know. Come add your talents
to our worship of God through music.
Contact: Deni Johnson at 425-488-1257 or Lynette Maynard: maynard143@mac.com
Outdoor Adventure Group News
Heybrook Ridge Family Hike
Saturday, September 29
Join us for a family friendly, short but steep hike to the top of heybrook
Ridge. The round trip is 2.6 miles and the elevation gain is 850 feet, but
the views are worth it. We will meet at the Monroe Park and Ride and
carpool to the trail entrance. Join us for fun, fellowship, a little
exercise, and great views of God's creation. Contact Christa Clemence
(206-979-8624) or Bob Clemence (360-668-9002) for more information.

5. Geocaching
Saturday, October 20
This will be a fun, local event. We will use a GPS to locate various
hidden containers. The containers have little trinkets inside of them.
The idea is to take one thing out and replace it with something different
Contact Kandra Edwards (206-890-4140) or dustinkandra@gmail.com for
futher information.
Christmas Ship & Gardens
Saturday, December 15
Watch the Christmas Ships and visit the Bellevue Botanical Gardens for
the lights of Christmas. Contact Bob or Sandy Clemence (360-668-9002)
for more information.
Eagle Float Trip - Skagit River
Saturday, January 5
Float down the scenic Skagit River to see a large gathering of Bald
Eagles. Contact Bob or Sandy Clemence (360-668-9002) for more
information.
Food Bank Volunteer Opportunities
Needed: Volunteer Coordinator and Administrative Assistant.
Contact Della at 425-483-1391 or dellahaug@hotmail.com.
This Week's Needs
Canned Meat
Ravioli
Chili

6. Peanut Butter
Canned Veggies
Thank you for your continued support.
www.woodinvillestorehouse.org
Whiz Kids Needs Volunteers
Woodinville Whiz Kids is in need of Volunteer Readers to listen to
children read. They need your help 1-2 hours per week or a one-month
commitment. Contact Pastor LIndsey at 425-483-5252 or at
leklund@wcumc.org.
Girlfriends Unlimited Book Club

7. Begins Monday, September 24
7:00 PM, Room 9
Contact Evelyn Carlson if you need more information at 425-483-5252.
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Financial Snapshot
General Fund:
Income for period ended 9/02/2012 $ 12,013
Income, weekly avg. year to date $ 9,471
Expenses, weekly average, year-to-date $ 9,481
Expenses, weekly avg. budget $ 10,214
Faith Promise Monthly Support:
Total Pledges $ 94,179
Received to date $ 79,836
Disbursed to date $ 70,890
Faith Promise Special Support
Special One-Time Support $ 13,500

8. Prayer Chain
Prayer Chain requests call the Church Office at 425-483-5252. Calls after
4:00 PM should be made to Mary Harvey at 425-827-2883.
We hope to see you in church this Sunday and God Bless.
Have a great week!
This newsletter is published by Woodinville Community United Methodist Church for our
members, friends and all who love Jesus. Our vision is "To Share the Transforming Love of
Jesus Christ Across the Street and Around the World". If you are looking for a church home
with loving, devoted followers of our Lord, Jesus Christ, we invite you to attend our Sunday
Worship Service at 10:30 each Sunday. We are located at 17110 140th Ave NE, Woodinville,
WA 98072. Learn more at www.wcumc.org.