The document is a weekly newsletter from the Woodinville Community United Methodist Church providing information on upcoming events and ministries for the week of May 12, 2013. It discusses an upcoming sermon on relying on the guidance of the Holy Spirit, lists church activities and events including a connections fair, outdoor adventures trips, and ways to volunteer and support various church programs. It also provides a financial update and requests for the church food bank.

1. Weekly News from WCUMC-5/12/2013
Sharing the transforming love of Jesus, across the street and around the world.
The Holy Spirit: A Smart Choice in
Personal Navigation
Jesus lived relying on the direction of the Holy Spirit
Jesus relied on the Holy Spirit in Luke.
Jesus' life was guided by the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit needs to be in our life before we can be effective.
The Christian life is not the life we live for God, but allowing
God's spirit to live through us.
The Holy Spirit not only provides directions, He is our direction.
Jesus had to go so we could experience the Holy Spirit.
Why are so many living a spirit-less life?
Some aren't aware of the Holy Spirit.
Some resist the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit:
Comforts us.
Guides us.
Convicts us.

2. Gives us the power to be His witness.
Witness is telling your story.
Faith is not private and personal, it is public and practical.
THIS WEEK AT WCUMC
Sunday - 5/12
Evening Prayer, 5:30 PM, Prayer Room
Monday - 5/13
Talk Time, 6:00 PM, Crossfire Room
Men of Integrity, 7:00 PM, Memorial Room
Tuesday - 5/14
Women's Bible Study (BSO), 9:30 AM, Sanctuary
Men's Morning Bible Study, 9:45 PM, Room 11
Sewing Group, 6:30 PM, Memorial Room
Ministry Steering Team, 7:00 PM. Room 11
Wednesday - 5/15
Women's Bible Study, 10:00 AM, Memorial Room
Prison Ministry meets in Church parking lot at 5:40 PM
Youth Group, 7:00 PM, Crossfire Room
Thursday - 5/16
Friday - 5/17
Connections Fair set-up, 1:00 PM. Celebration Hall
Saturday - 5/18
Men's Saturday Morning Group, 7:30 AM, CH
Celebration of Life Potluck for Ron Felger, 2:00 PM
Outdoor Adventures - Kayak to Jetty Island

3. Sunday - 5/19
Nursery Care is available in the Children’s Wing
10:30 AM Worship Service
Tweeners Class for 5th-8th graders, 11:00 AM, Memorial Room
Connections Fair, 12:00 - 3:00 PM, Celebration Hall
Evening Prayer, 5:30 PM, Prayer Room
The Felger family invites all to join them on Saturday, May 18
for a Celebration of Life potluck in honor of Ron Felger. The
Celebration will be help at 2:00 PM in The Gathering Place.

4. Connections Fair
May 19, 2013 12 Noon - 3:00 PM
EVERYONE IS INVITED to a fun fellowship event with a Country Fair
theme! Come join us in the Celebration Hall on May 19 from noon - 3:00
pm for food, games and a time to see displays showcasing ministry
opportunities at our church.
Adults, kids and teens––everyone is invited to come!
Here are some of the things we’ll be having:
12 noon - 1:00 pm
Time to eat! Chili, corn bread and hot
dogs!
Do you have a great chili recipe? Why not
be part of the Chili Cook-off? Maybe you’ll
win “Staff Favorite”
or “Crowd-pleasing Chili”.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Bake Sale run by the Youth Department
(Proceeds benefit youth ministries)
- Cake Walk, sponsored by Children’s
Ministries
Would you like to bake a cake or cupcakes
for this event?
- Games for the Kids
Would you like to head up a game for
kids like ring toss, bean bag toss, other
game
or face painting?
- Square Dancing
2:00 - 3:00 pm
• Raffle ticket drawings begin!
Kids’ drawings first!
You will receive one raffle ticket for
coming to the fair, and one
ticket for each ministry booth that you
visit. These will be entered in a drawing
for some really great prizes. Win one of

5. several great prizes: Grand Prize - Kindle Fire + coffee table book of the
Seattle 1962 World’s Fair, collectible dolls and stuffed animals, and a
basket of delicious jams, pickles and other goodies.
Would you be willing to donate a raffle prize?
If you are able to help, please sign up in the Narthex.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
Chili Cookers - contact Don Morgan at dsmorg2@comcast.net
Help with Kid's Games - contact the Church office
Help with set-up on Friday, May 17 at 1:00 PM
Support Our Children
Summer Camp Programs
July 8 - 12 - KidShine Performing Arts Day Camp
July 22 - 26 - Vacation Bible School
Aug. 5 - 9 - Twinlow Summer Day Camp
Aug. 19 - 21 - Mega Sports Camp
We need volunteer support in all areas for all of these Children's Ministry
programs plus we have Sunday Morning Openings for all ages. Please
contact Rev. Lindsay Eklund if you want to experience the joy of showing
God's love to our children.

6. Our Spring Baby Bottle Campaign Begins Today
Join with us and support women in our community facing unplanned
pregnancies by participating in our fund-raising campaign.
Pick up a baby bottle, fill it with your
spare change, cash or a check, and
return it on Father's Day, June 16.
Small Change
Changes Lives.
You’re invited to the BSO Brunch
May 21 9:30 am -12:30 pm
Celebration Hall
A Dramatic Presentation of the life of
Dr. Margaret Brand
On May 21, Bible Study Outreach is hosting a brunch featuring Susie
Tucker of Faith Heroines Alive, who will present one of her one woman
shows.
At the brunch Susie will bring alive the story of
Margaret Brand.
Dr. Margaret Brand went with her husband Dr.
Paul Brand to Vellore, India as medical
missionaries in the late 1940’s. Both Paul and
Margaret pioneered treatments for patients
suffering from leprosy, Paul in the field of
orthopedics and Margaret specializing in the
eye diseases related to leprosy.
They did all this while raising an adventurous
group of six children, and they remained
humble about their accomplishments, giving

7. the credit to God for all that occurred. Margaret and Paul finished their
careers in Carville, Louisiana and retired to Seattle in the 1980’s. Paul
went to be with the Lord in 2003. Margaret lives in Covenant Shores
retirement complex on Mercer Island. She is excited that her story is
being presented to groups today.
If you would like to come, RSVP, as seating is limited. If childcare is
needed, please also let them know the number and ages of children
coming. RSVP to Heather Kreeck, 425-806-6945.
Outdoor Adventures
All Outdoor Adventure trips are open to family and friends. A great
opportunity to invite non-Christians to a non-threatening church
sponsored event!
Beginner’s Kayaking Trip to Jetty Island off of Everett - Saturday, May
18th.
See seals, eagles, and shipwrecks as we explore Everett’s waterfront
jewel. We’ll meet in Everett at 11:00 AM. Please sign up early in the
Narthex to reserve one of the limited openings. Cost is $5 per person
plus $3 parking fee. We supply the equipment, you supply the sense of
adventure. This trip is appropriate for people 5 years or older.
Dungeness Spit Kayaking-Hiking-Camping Trip - Friday-Sunday, June
14-16th,
We camp at Dungeness Recreation area near Sequim, Washington on
Friday and Saturday nights (we have some camping equipment for
newbies). On Saturday, half our group kayaks to the lighthouse at the
end of the spit while the other half hikes out (about 5 miles). Then we
switch off and the other half kayaks back while the kayakers hike back -
a full body work out in a beautiful location. Sunday we break
camp and have an outdoor worship service overlooking the Strait of Juan
de Fuca.
Afterwards for those interested, we will go see the animals at the
Olympic Game Farm. Warning, this is no zoo. You really get up close and
personal with buffaloes and other impressive animals (like Grizzly

8. Bears!). Then it’s back home on the ferry.
Cost: $20 per person (includes 2 nights camping and use of the kayaks),
plus ferry fees. Olympic game farm charges $11 per adult. This is a very
popular trip so sign up soon in the narthex. Unfortunately because of the
cost involved, we are asking people to put down a $10 deposit to reserve
your spot.
If you have questions on any of these events, please contact Bob or
Sandy Clemence at 425-486-0762.
Your generosity and community spirit allow us to provide fresh food
(milk, eggs, meat) in addition to canned goods. We are also thankful for
the generous donation of bread from Panera and Franz. An extra item or
two each shopping trip is all it takes to fill up your "cool green bag" for
pick-up every other month.
We also need monetary support, team support and Food Drive support.
For more information, contact Della at dellahaug@hotmail.com or 206-
999-1753.
This Week's Needs:
Dry Cereal
Peanut Butter
Chili / Beef-a-Roni / Spaghetti-O's
Hamburger Helper
Thank you for your continued support.
www.woodinvillestorehouse.org

9. Financial Snapshot
General Fund:
Income for week ended 4/28/2013 $ 12,380
Income, weekly avg. year to date $ 10,203
Expenses, weekly average, year-to-date $ 10,068
Expenses, weekly avg. budget $ 10,413
Faith Promise Monthly Support:
Beginning Balance 11/1/12 $ 21,016
Total Pledges 2012-2013 $ 90,342
Received to date $ 43,822
Disbursed to date $ 51,040
Prayer Chain Requests
Prayer Chain requests call Barbara Clark 425-483-3885. After 6:00 PM
call Mary Harvey at 425-827-2883 or call 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.