This weekly newsletter from the Woodinville Community United Methodist Church (WCUMC) provides information about upcoming church events and a sermon series on the Sermon on the Mount. The sermon for this Sunday focuses on Jesus' teaching that anger can be a pathway to sin and judgment, just as murder is, and emphasizes making amends with others in conflict through humility and reconciliation. The newsletter also lists upcoming VBS and performing arts camp programs, requests for backpack donations, and provides a financial update and prayer requests.

1. Weekly News from WCUMC-
7/17/2016
“Kingdom Living”
A Series on the Sermon on the Mount
“Jesus – Are you saying "Anger is the same as Murder?”
Matthew 5:21-26
Jesus teaches us that ANGER is the pathway to destruction,
damnation, and hell
Matthew 5:21-22
21
“You have heard that it was said to those who lived long ago,
Don’t commit murder, and all who commit murder will be in
danger of judgment. 22
But I say to you that everyone who is angry
with their brother or sister will be in danger of judgment. If they
say to their brother or sister, ‘You idiot,’ they will be in danger
of being condemned by the governing council. And if they say,
‘You fool,’ they will be in danger of fiery hell.

2. We so often want to define sin as an outward action. Jesus tells
us that sin is a deep disposition of the heart.
“Our Lord here ranks under the head of murder, even that anger
which goes no farther than the heart; which does not show itself
by an outward unkindness, no, not so much as a passionate
word...
(John Wesley, Sermon 22, Discourse 2, I.8)
Anger Management is not the answer to anger issues... It starts
with a simple, gut-level, honest, out-loud confession to Jesus.
Along with confession to God, comes the humility to make the
first step of reconciliation towards others
Matthew 5:23-26
23
Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar and there
remember that your brother or sister has something against you,
24
leave your gift at the altar and go. First make things right with
your brother or sister and then come back and offer your gift. 25
Be sure to make friends quickly with your opponents while you
are with them on the way to court. Otherwise, they will haul you
before the judge, the judge will turn you over to the officer of
the court, and you will be thrown into prison. 26
I say to you in all
seriousness that you won’t get out of there until you’ve paid the
very last penny.
The greatest impediments to the Kingdom of God are most often
not attacks from the outside but the conflicts among us on the
inside.
For Personal and Group Reflection
1. Do you harbor an angry spirit just under the surface of
things? How is that affecting you and your relationships with
others?
2. Anger is a normal human emotion. It’s what we do with it that
turns it into danger. What might be a way you can interrupt the
inner turn toward nursing the anger and see that moved in another
direction?
3. Are there relationships in your life right now that are in a
state of conflict? Are there people who have something against
you? What would it take to go to those people and try to make

3. peace?
4. How does your pride keep you from pursuing peace with others?
Next Week’s Message: “Jesus... on Adultery and Divorce”,
Matthew 5:27-32
Pastor Rick Vinther preaching
THIS WEEK AT WCUMC
Sunday - 7/17
 Worship Service, 10:30 AM
Monday - 7/18
 The Truth Project, 6:30 PM, Celebration Hall
 Youth Movie, 8:00 PM, Courtyard
Tuesday - 7/19
 Women's Bible Fellowship Prayer, 10:00 AM, Memorial Room
 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, 5:30 pm, VARIOUS AREAS
 Sewing Group, 6:00 PM, Memorial Room
Wednesday - 7/20
 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, 5:30 pm, VARIOUS AREAS
Thursday - 7/21
 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, 5:30 pm, VARIOUS AREAS
Friday - 7/22
Saturday - 7/23
 Worship Practice, 2-4 PM, Sanctuary
Sunday - 7/24
 9:00 AM - Open Door Class - Adult Sunday School
 Children's Church, 9:00 AM, Crossfire Room
 10:30 AM - Worship Service

4. Vacation Bible School - July 19 - 21
On July 19 - 21, we'll go deep into God's Word together. We need
volunteers to lead groups, organize games, tell Bible stories,
create crafts, feed masses and decorate.
This will be a 3-day evening VBS.
5:30 - Dinner
6:20 - Opening
8:30 - Closing
This is a VBS where families can get involved and work together
with their children.
Ages - Pre-school to 5th Grade
Cost:: FREE.
Register at www.woodinvillechurch.org.
Questions? Contact Karli at karli@woodinvillechurch.org.

5. KidShine Performing Arts Camp: Break Through
For students entering 3rd – 8th grade
When: August 8th-12th, performance on Friday the 12th
Where: Woodinville Community Church
Cost: $35 (*family discounts and scholarships available)
Register online at www.woodinvillechurch.org/kidshine
SPECIAL PLANNING MEETING ON THURSDAY,
JULY 7 AT 10:00 AM, MEMORIAL ROOM
Monday Youth Movie Night
July 18, 8 - 10 PM
Outdoor movies in the courtyard at the church (weather
permitting - if rainy, watch in youth room)
Bring blankets, yard chairs and snacks.

6. New Staff Position Opening in September
Sarah Mackle, our Treasurer, will be retiring in September. If you
know anyone, or think you might be a good fit for this position,
please contact SPR or Kim Knudsvig as soon as possible.
We are collecting backpacks with
school supplies for children in
need. We will be collecting donations
until August 10. Donations by check
should be written to Woodinville
Storehouse Food Bank with "school
supplies" on memo line.
Your support is appreciated.

7. Please help in any way that you can. Thank you.
Financial Update
June, 2016
GENERAL FUND
Monthly Cash Flow
Beginning Cash Balance 6/1/16 - $ 35,474
March Cash Receipts $ 39,021
Less Tithe on Income ($ 3,684)
Less June Operating Expenses ($ 37,775)
GF Cash Balance 6/3016 $ 33,036
FAITH PROMISE
Total Faith Promises Pledged, 2016 $ 77.085
Given to Faith Promise from Tithe Account $ 15,000
Total Available for 2016 Mission Support $ 92,085
Beginning Balance - Cash at 6/1/16 $ 17,116
Received 6/1/16 - 6/30/16 $ 4,219
Disbursed 6/1/16 - 6/30/16 ($ 7,072)
Faith Promise Ending Balance 6/30/16 $ 14,262

8. Want to give online?
Contributions can now be debited automatically from your
checking or savings account, or processed using your credit or
debit card.
Simply follow these easy steps:
1. Go to www.wcumc.org
2. Click on the GIVE NOW button that appears on the top right
of the Home Page.
3. Click on the CREATE PROFILE button.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to create an online
profile and to schedule your recurring contributions to the
church.
Prayer Chain Requests
Prayer Chain requests may be called to Barbara Clark at 425-483-
3885 or the church at 425-483-5252 during office hours.
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.