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Seaside Currents
God’s
Sanctuary
by the
Sea
Published by Seaside UMC
Safety in our Sanctuary
“Jesus Loves the Little Children . . . ” It’s a song many of us
grew up singing when we were children in church. In February
we celebrated “Children’s Sabbath” by uplifting the needs of
children around the globe. How important it is that we
remember as members of the Body of Christ we have a
responsibility to care about others, especially minors and
vulnerable adults.
Here at Seaside we take steps to ensure that our ministries
and ministry spaces are safe places for children, youth and
vulnerable adults. A number of years ago our congregation
adopted a “Safe Sanctuaries” Policy, as did most United
Methodist congregations across the U.S. You may not be aware
that we have policies and procedures in place for the safety of
the most vulnerable in our midst. Here are some of the things
we do here at Seaside:
March 2015
Volume 26, Issue 3
Upcoming Events
March 8
Daylight Savings Begins
Not Your Mama’s
Bake Sale
March 29
Palm Sunday
Easter Cantata
“The Rose of Calvary”
4 & 7 PM
April 2
Holy Thursday
7 PM
April 3
Good Friday
Noon & 7 PM
April 5
Easter Sunday
Sunrise Service
8, 9:30 & 11 AM
May 2
UMM Annual Golf
Tournament
June 15-19
VBS
“Have you herd?”
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In our nursery we have a check-in/ check-out procedure for
children.
Our nursery is staffed by qualified adults, not youth.
We have windows in the doors of all our classrooms and offices,
for the safety of all persons.
We have a “Safe Sanctuaries” training each year for those
desiring to work with children and youth. This training is
required prior to working with them.
All who work with our children and youth go through a
background check – another requirement.
Permission and Medical forms are required for participation in
our children and youth programs.
Adults work at least in pairs, and/or we have “roving” adults
available during times when children are present. At all times
the church seeks to avoid any situation where one adult is left
alone with minors.
Parents of our pre-school program are encouraged to use the
drive-through pick-up and drop-off system, for safety in our
busy parking lot.
These are just some of the ways we strive to make Seaside
Church a safe and happy place for all who enter here. If you have
additional suggestions or ideas, please share them!
I look forward to seeing you here on Sunday!
Mary Jane
Each member when joining the church is asked “Will you support SUMC with your prayers, presence, gifts and service?” We celebrate
our ministries and events in this issue of the Seaside Currents.
Many of our members and friends remain on the prayer list for a longer time as they cope with health and personal issues. These
names are printed monthly in our newsletter. The list of new names printed in the Sunday bulletin will be updated each week. Please provide the
office with an update of both prayer lists. Please remember each in your daily prayers
O radiant God, in the midst of tribulation, suffering, crippled hope and shattered dreams, stand by these Your servants
until they are well once more.
Members:
Kay Arace & family
Ann & Lafayette Bowman
Frances Broome
Harry & Louisa Clatterbuck
Linda Clayton
Barb Cunningham
Tom & Jeanne Deacon
Marge Duffy
Marilyn & Bob Eronimous
Fam of Catherine Garrington
Liz & John Franz & family
Betty Geesey & family
Alicia Gillen
Brief/Share
Stephen Harris & family
Paula Hernandez
Tom Hernacane
Gene & Lorraine Hoge
David Hooks, Jr
Tabatha & Christal Huggett
Gil & Kathy Johnson family
Nancy Jack
Judy Keill & family
Sandy & Gary Kershner
Bruce & Sandy Kertcher & family
Anne & Justin Klein Family
Bernice Lewis
Dell Little & family
Donna Lloyd
Leo Macon
Susan McDonald family
Bill McGee
Doug McKeever
Pat Nutter
Pat & Dave Mowery
BettyOakes
PhilParker
Carolyn Powell
Bev Pheiffer
Prayer Warriors
Betty Pursey
Jack & Kathy Scalise
Gerald & JoAnn Scott
Seaside UMC Staff
Susan Seidel
Dot Sellers
Randy Shuford
Charity & Larry Smith
Jimmy Smith
Lois Springstead
Stephen Ministers
Marge Stone
Danice & Connie Stout
SS Volunteers & Students
Mildred Trenchard
Ruby Trouw
Tommy & Eleanor Tucker
UMYF & Leaders
Kitty & Steve White
Bev, Mandee & Mike Williams
Gene Williams
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Friends
Kay Amyx
Herman Anderson
Mary Androski
George Bahm
Paul Bart & Patrick Ready
Zach Bernier
Len Best
Bob Billups & family
Jim Boyce
Alvin & Bonnie Brookshire
Lindy & Dave Bruce
Ed Bye & Becky Temple
Richard & Susan Canipe
Aiden Carper & family
Mona Kay & Bill Carter
Linda & Bill Chambers
Children of the World
Ralph Cigliano
Jim & Darlene Cooper
Lisa Crumlish
Joann Curry
Margret Damatto
Caleb Davis
Divorce Care Group
Matthew Duncan
Scott Dustin
George & Ro Edwards
T.W. Edwards & family
Etta Erickson
Fam of Denise Cooley
Fam of Joann Curry
Fam of John Dufford
Fam of Esther Earp
Fam of Dan Gentile
Fam of Michael Kislow
Fam of P.J.Lewis
Fam of Carolyn Pace
Fam of Daniel Peters
Fam of Rick Ramsey
Fam of Carianne Roe
Fam of David Stroud
Fam of Jennifer Wyatt
Fam of Esther Earp
Pat Fitzpatrick
Mark Foley
Jackie & Bill Gano
Lori Garrett
Joyce Gleason
Calvin Green
Wayne Haigler
Mack & Pattie Hannah
Peter & Charlene Hawryluk
Rhonda Hester
Familyf of Susan Hoover
Cindy Hryniewieck
Carol Jenkins
Wendell Jensen
Jerry Jordan
Natalie July & family
Kayleigh
Clair & Benjamin Keiwart
Mary Kinslow & family
Johnny Lawnson
Nathan Leckey
Jack Levine
Libby & family
Todd Lineberry
Friends Continued:
Jim & Jane Love
Marj Macy
Brian Marsh
Barb & Jim McCartney
Dottie McVaugh
Patty Norwood
Jo O’Keefe
Our Nation & Our World
Preschool Teachers
Veronica Ready
Mae Roberson
Brian Schenck
Dick & Betty Schillinger
Alvin & Nellie Shuford
Debbie & Jim Siegler & family
Donna Leigh Sotomeyer
Midge Sparks
Phillip & Jennifer Stavonovic
Ina Steen & family
Cody & Jennifer Stepp
Bud Sweetman
Danny Tanner
Lisa Tinglestad & family
Robert Trouzeau
Diana van der Velden
Beth VanSyckle
Victims of Violence & Abuse
Elsie Walsh
Alice Weber
Jack Whitley Jr
Britni Willard
Phil Wiles
Doris Windham
Clement & Anna May York
Catharine Young
All Members & Friends
in Assisted Living
Facilities, Nursing
Homes or in Home
Care
All friends & family
members un-churched
All those experiencing
Separation or Divorce
All those un or under
employed
Serving
Our Country:
Alex Blust
Brad Borders
Matthew Bronson
Chad Bryson
Oliver Clayton
Jeremy Courtney
Dodge Dustin
Charles Kelley
William (Willy) Mabry
Marschal Martens
Aaron Pait
Zachary Rushing
John Vernaue
Chistopher Wallace
Contact:
Marlen Mapes –
mjmapes@atmc.net
Phone 575-6007
Candie Meier –
candiem1@gmail.com
Phone 575-3531
Freddy Tatum–
fetatum@atmc.net
Phone 579-1187
Please contact us with
updates every 30
Lectionary Bible Readings
Memoria & Honorariums
In Memory
of:
Charlie Little
Given by:
Brad Little
March 1
Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16
Psalm 22:23-31
Romans 4:13-25
Mark 8:31-38
March 8
Daylight Saving Time Begins
Exodus 20:1-17
Psalm 19
1 Corinthians 1:18-25
John 2:13-22
March 15
One Great Hour of Sharing
Numbers 21:4-9
Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22
Ephesians 2:1-10
John 3:14-21
March 22
Jeremiah 31:31-34
Psalm 51:1-12
Hebrews 5:5-10
John 12:20-33
March 29
Liturgy of the Psalms
Mark 11:1-11
Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29
Liturgy of the Passion
Food Pantry
Report
January
Seniors— 113
Adults— 271
Children— 217
Total served—601
Total families served—158
Families served weekly—40
April 2015
Newsletter
Deadline
March 15th
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In honor of:
Mike Williams
Given by:
Bob & Ann Wiltbank
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Did You Know?
Upper Room Daily
Devotions can be sent each day
to your computer by email? Just
go to www.upperroom.org and
sign up. There is no cost.
The booklet form of the
Upper Room Daily Devotions are
still available in the gathering
room, for those who prefer that
format. A $1 or $2 donation per
copy is appreciated and will help
with the cost.
Remember it is through
daily reading of the Bible,
devotions and prayer that our
relationship with God is
strengthened.
Interested in helping
at SBIC Food Pantry?
The SBIC Food Pantry is
held each Saturday morning at
Camp United Methodist Church
on Main Street in Shallotte.
There is an opportunity for
volunteers from Seaside to be
check-in volunteers once a
quarter. The task would involve
being there from 9:30 a.m. until
noon, and inputting client
information into the computers
so that they may be served. We
could form a team that would
serve with another church that
would be providing the food. If
you are interested, please
contact Debbi Wallace @ 5799395.
Attendance
Worship
January
January
January
January
4
11
18
25
8:00 9:30
113
132
(1 Service)
112
181
137
185
11:00
157
416
169
182
Sunday school
January
January
January
January
4
11
18
25
45
0
61
61
Warm Seaside
Welcome
TW and Linda Anthony
who joined Seaside
Sunday, February 1st
at the 9:30AM
service. TW has
transferred his
membership from Roberta Methodist
Church, Concord, NC and Linda has
transferred from University City UMC,
Charlotte, NC.
You may contact the Anthony’s at: :
514 Fairway Drive W
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
Phone: 910-575-9321
TW's Email:
twanthony13@hotmail.com
Linda's Email:
linda.anthony@atmc.net
Russ Johnson and
Donna Ambrose who
joined Seaside Sunday,
February 8th at the
8:00 AM service. Russ
joined by transfer of membership from
Village Point UMC, Shallotte and
Donna transferred from Weddington
UMC, Weddington, NC.
You may contact Russ and Donna at:
108 Waterford Place SW
Ocean Isle Beach, NCk 28469
Phone: 910-575-0369
Email-Russ: rcjohn@atmc.net
Email-Donna:
atthebeach2011@yahoo.com
Health and Wellness
Dr. Anil-Yallapragada MD
At Seaside United Methodist Church
March 24, 2015 at 3PM
No Charge or registration
Expert speaker on Stroke
See Dr Yallapragada’s web site:
http://grandstrandmed.com/physicians/profile/Dr
-Anil-Yallapragada-MD
Blood Pressure Checks
Stop by Rm 207 on the second Sunday of the
month, between services, to have your blood
pressure checked. Members of the Health and
Wellness Committee provide this service at no
cost.
Worship Committee
The Committee’s main concern and
direction is toward our Easter Celebration. This
month has found us ordering the necessary
needs for the services on Ash Wednesday, Holy
Thursday, Good Friday and Easter.
Chancel Guild: The committee, with the
help of Stefanie, has put together a short film
explaining what Chancel Guild is and does.
Through the use of this film, we hope to gain
more volunteers and a leader for the group. I
became astonished when learning of the
importance of Chancel Guild and what the
committee does to make our church welcoming
to the community. The committee members take
one to one and a half hours on a Saturday to get
the church ready for the Sunday service. The
members work in teams of two and perform the
duties for one or two months in a year.
Ushers: Bob Bell has volunteered to be
the Usher Captain for the 11:00 a.m. service. We
are in need of additional ushers for the 8:00 a.m.
service. Please contact Bob Biser, Usher Captain
for the 8:00 service, if you are interested in
performing this important function.
Acolytes and Crucifers: We are in need
of a few more Acolytes and Crucifers for the 8:00
a.m. service. If you have an interest, please
contact Kim or Carolyn Loucks.
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Music Ministry
"Tell me the stories of Jesus…”
During the month of March, our
children's choir will be learning many of the
stories of Jesus as they prepare to share these
stories through song and action with you on
Sunday mornings and at a very special musical
in May! They are even learning all of the books
of the New Testament. We are so proud of
these wonderful kids. Thank you for your
support!
March is a busy month as we prepare
for Easter! I hope you have your tickets for the
Easter cantata, "The Rose of Calvary" on March
29th at 4:00 & 7:00. I promise you it will be
spectacular! Our choir is working hard and
there will be dancers and a wonderful
orchestra to join us! All we need is YOU to
come and enjoy the beautiful music and
moving narration.
On Wednesday, March 25th, our
Soaring Angels will sing for Arbor Landing and
on Friday, March 27th our Seaside Belles will
play for Arbor Landing, Universal Nursing
Home, and the Lower Cape Fear Hospice
center. We enjoy sharing our music with the
community!
With a voice of singing,
Kathryn
ATTENTION MEN!
The 5th Sunday Men's
Choir will NOT sing in March
since the 5th Sunday falls on
Palm Sunday.
We will resume singing on the 5th
Sunday of May. Please mark your calendars
and join us for the 11:00 service on May 31,
2015.
This is open to ALL men
Easter Cantata
Seaside's Choir and Orchestra
present
"The Rose of Calvary"
Sunday, March 29th
4:00PM and 7:00 PM
Tickets are available in the church office.
RELAY FOR LIFE
Seaside UMC Team
The American Cancer Society Relay for life is
the world’s largest and most impactful fundraising
event to end cancer. It unites communities across
the globe to celebrate people who have battled
cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action
to finish the fight once and for all. Today, with the
support of thousands of volunteers like you, the
American Cancer Society is helping save more than
400 lives a day. And we won’t stop until we finish
the fight against cancer! Please help us Fight the
Fight.
Beginning February 7th thru April 26th we will
be in the Fellowship Hall during coffee hour. Stop by
and give your support by sponsoring our team in one
or more of these ways:
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Join the team and help raise money
Sponsor a walker
Purchase one of our items for sale: Dishrags, doll
clothes, hats, scarf’s etc.
Tee Shirts (with special logo) sizes Small to XXL
at $12 - $15 each
*Luminaries – Relay for Life, to go on the track
May 1st at Brunswick High School or to line the
church walk during the Easter Cantata – $10
Each
*Luminaries (bags containing votive candles)
are transformed and illuminated after dark at every
local Relay for Life event. Each luminary is
personalized with a name, photo, message or
drawing in memory or honor of a friend or loved one
who has been affected by cancer. Luminaries can
also be dedicated in support of a Relay participant.
Each luminary candle represents a person. They are
our mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, aunts,
uncles, nieces, nephews, friends, coworkers, and so
many others.
March 8th
(set clocks 1 hour ahead)
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IF NOT US, WHO?
SERRV
Seaside has been blessed once again
with an opportunity to reach out to the world
with a helping hand. By making small
purchases of beautiful handmade articles, we
are able to aid and support artisans and
farmers around the world. SERRV is a nonprofit
organization with a mission to eradicate
poverty wherever it resides. What began as a
small organization post World War II to aid
refugees, SERRV now prioritizes improved
quality of life for people worldwide.
The stories of the artisans are endless,
and Sophia’s is quite typical. Sophia works with
one of SERRV’s partners in India, Tara
Projects. After starting as a packer in the
warehouse, she wanted to move up and so
trained as an artisan. She now has joined a
jewelry making team and one day wants to
design. Her father, who had been a rag picker
passed away and now, because of her work,
she is able to support her blind mother and can
pay for her two nieces to attend school.
Every basket, every scarf, every
necklace we purchase has a face behind it—an
artisan who works in a safe environment who
can send her or his children to school, and can
save for the future with the reliable income he
or she earns through fair trade.
Look for our tables filled with the
beautiful and colorful items of the world ready
for your own enjoyment or as a gift for one you
love. We will be located in the Fellowship Hall
between services on March 15th and March
22th. Blessings abound for all!
SUMC Art Show
Attention all artists –our
Annual Art Show is in the planning
stages with a tentative date of April
22nd. The children will be showing off their art
and any artists in the church may enter their
art. More details will follow.
For questions:
Contact Geri Piazza at
geri.craftylady@gmail.com
Lenten Lunch Schedule
March 3rd
PRAYING ON THE MOUNTAINTOP
Scripture: Mark 9:2-10.
Location: Seaside United Methodist Church
Speaker: Joe Neeham
March 11th
PRAYING WHEN THIRSTY
Scripture: John 4:5-42
Location: Camp United Methodist, Shallotte
Speaker: Dave Davis
March 18th
PRAYING FOR SIGHT
Scripture: John 9:1-41.
Location: St. Luke Lutheran Church
Speaker: Stefanie Riley
March 25
PRAYING TO BE AWAKENED TO GOD
Scripture: John 11:1-45.
Location: Calvary Baptist Church
Speaker: John Causey
District News
Lay Servant Ministries
Lay Servant Ministries
is the United Methodist
Church’s primary leadership
development program for
laity. The program trains and equips church
members to serve God through serving others
in their local church and local community. The
courses are open to all who wish to attend
(including clergy). There are no prerequisites
for any of the courses. A course of study
(includes 6 specific courses) is available for
those who wish to pursue certification as a Lay
Speaker. Dates for three of the classes that
will take place in our district this year are
shown below.
Feb 28—Lay Servant Basic Course
Mar 21—Preaching (Advanced Course)
May 2—Evangelism (Advanced Course)
Fall 2015—An additional advanced course on
United Methodist History & Heritage will be
offered. That date will be determined later in
the year.
For more info please go to: http://
harbordistrictnc.org/lay-speakers-layservants/.
Vacation Bible School
Have You HERD the Good News?
The sixth cycle of GriefShare began on
Friday, February 13th with thirteen participants
attending. Some have lost a spouse, some an
adult child and others have lost their parents.
Some members’ bereavement is very new, just a
few months ago, and for others, it’s been a year
or more.
Anyone who has experienced the loss of a
loved one is welcome to begin attending
GriefShare at any time during the thirteen-week
cycle. There is no right or wrong time to begin.
Each session is “self-contained,” so it is not
necessary to attend in sequence. For more
information on GriefShare, check the church
website or call Milly Houger 910-579-2603 or Jim
McNeill 910 579-2405.
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Mark your calendars for this year's
Vacation Bible School, June 15-19! The
theme this year is "Have You Herd?," a week
that will be full of learning how to hear and
respond to the voice of our Good Shepherd.
Through Bible stories, crafts, worship,
missions, games and snacks our kids will learn
about how Jesus is our caring Shepherd who
calls us to follow him. We will need plenty of
loving hearts and helping
hands so that our VBS
can make a great impact
in our community. Be in
prayer for how God may
be calling you to serve
this year, with more
details soon to come!
Garden of the Disciples
Take a moment following Sunday’s
church service and go down to the Fellowship
Hall for coffee and conversation. Stroll over to
the windows at the back of the Fellowship Hall.
As you look out you can see that the brickwork
in the Garden of the Disciples has been laid in
the shape of a cross. When the Garden of
Disciples was established, it was for the
purpose of providing a final resting place for
members near their church home, to add
beauty to the church grounds, to provide a
place to reflect upon the life and love of the
departed, and to be good stewards of the
earth. Behind the top of the cross is a
columbarium (a place for the respectful and
public storage of cinerary urns) with 108 wall
niches. Scattered throughout the grounds are
82 in-ground sites. Each site will accommodate
the cremains of one or two persons. Paths
meander through the Garden with benches
scattered throughout. It is the perfect place to
meditate or reflect. It is quiet and butterflies
and birds abound. It truly is a beautiful place
where is God is present.
Who is eligible for interment of their
cremains in the Garden? Members of Seaside
United Methodist Church, spouses of members,
children or stepchildren of members, parents
of stepparents of members and employees of
the church are all eligible. If you fit into any of
these categories you may reserve a site by
completing an application and paying the
current fee approved by the Trustees. You can
obtain an application form to reserve a site in
the Garden at the church office.
This is an important decision that
should be considered carefully. Thinking ahead
can help you make informed and thoughtful
decisions and it allows you to spare your
survivors the stress of making these decisions
under the pressure of time and strong
emotions. If you are interested please call
Gerry Strickland at 910.209.1089 to set aside
some time to talk and explore the possibilities.
Visit the church website at http://
seasideumc.org/about-us/memorial-garden/
for more information.
Romans 6:4,5 :Therefore we are buried with
him by baptism into death: that like as Christ
was raised up from the dead by the glory of
the Father, even so we also should walk in
newness of life. For if we have been planted
together in the likeness of his death, we shall
be also in the likeness of his resurrection.
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Spring Disciple Garden Volunteers
It is time to get a head start on preparing the
Garden of Disciples for spring growth. If you are interested
in being a part of the clean up—weeding, small pruning of
dead growth, taking away small debris that has gathered
over the winter, please contact Gerry Strickland at
910.209.1089 and he will get you on the calendar. There is
no special date or time needed. It is all according to your
schedule. All hands are needed. Spring is just around the
corner!
SUMC Youth News
On behalf of the Seaside Youth Fellowship we would
like to thank our church family for all of your support in
attending the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast. The
weather outside was chilly and damp, but inside Fellowship
Hall the feeling was one of warmth and coziness as we
shared a meal in community with one another! All together
we raised $728. with half of those proceeds going to the
David Hooks family as he continues his recovery from Gillian
Barre Syndrome.
We are still looking for folks who would be interested
in helping out our Youth Fellowship by serving as a Sunday
night helper, day trip chaperone, bus driver, or weekly/
weekend retreat leaders. All commitment levels are
welcome, and even if you are only able to help a few times a
year that is still greatly needed and much appreciated. We
have a great time together and you will be amazed at how
much these students will make you laugh with their carefree
ways and their youthful insight.
For more information, contact Stefanie at
sriley@seasideumc.org.
Not Your Mama’s Bake Sale
Sunday March 8th
Following all Services
Bring donations March 7th
between 9 & 11
The much anticipated "Not
Your Mama's Bake Sale" returns to
Seaside Sunday, March 8th after all
services. For those new to Seaside, unlike bake sales
that feature only cakes and pastries, "Not Your
Mama's" offerings include Pastor Scott's famous
meatloaf, varieties of homemade soups, chili's and
stews, chicken dishes, and you may just find a stray
pastry! More information will be available in the next
few weeks. Start thinking about that special family
recipe you'd like to cook and share or how many
meals you want to purchase on March 8th. Signup
sheet is located in the Gallery. Proceeds will benefit
the Food Pantry and Music Ministry.
United Methodist Men’s News
Meeting February 2nd Report
The United Methodists Men approved their
2015 Outreach Budget at the February 2nd
monthly meeting. $15,350 in charitable
contributions has been committed to 13 agencies
with $3,800 held as undesignated and available
for needs that arise during the year. The $19,150
total is $5,150 over the 2014 budget. The
increase in funds is the result of last year’s best
ever golf tournament and our outstanding
Christmas tree sales.
Our best ever 2014 golf tournament is
being challenged by the 2015 tournament
committee. Our first meeting was on February 4th
and the objectives are “simply” to max out with
36 foursomes, increase sponsorship, and improve
our efficiency.
Speaking at the February UMM meeting
was Fred Stephens, Executive Director of
Brunswick Family Assistance. Fred gave us a welldelivered look inside BFA and quantified the needs
that are being addressed in Brunswick County.
Our March speaker is Bill DeGroot. Bill
spent 18 years of his career as a hostage
negotiator and taught negotiation classes at the
FBI Academy and at other regional academies. His
work on a violent crimes task force coupled with a
strong background in crisis management gives
him some interesting insights into human
behavior.
2015 Seaside United Methodist
Annual Golf Tournament
Hosted by Seaside's United Methodist Men
Saturday, May 2, 2015
Panther's Run Golf Links
Shotgun Start 8:30 AM
Registration Begins 7:00 AM
$75.00 Entry Fee
Entry fee includes golf, carts, range balls prior to
play (register early to allow time on the driving
range), lunch at Tamer's Restaurant immediately
following the event, prizes, games, door prizes,
great Silent Auction opportunities, fun and
fellowship. Registration forms are available in the
Gallery, or you can register on line at
www.seasideumc.org. Click on the Golf Banner at
the top of the page. You can register your
foursome on line and pay with a credit card.
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Sponsor/door prize forms are also
available in the Gallery. Local sponsors are
needed to help meet the challenge to make
2015 a success. All proceeds go to benefit the
charitable organizations listed on the
registration form.
United Methodist Women’s News
UMW Attended Training Session
On January 31, the following UMW
members attended the Southwest Harbor
District Officer's Training Session, at Whiteville
United Methodist Church: Sandra Shuford
(President), JoCarol Allen (Vice President),
Marilyn Schenck (Treasurer), Naomi Harder
(Secretary), June Donley (M&M), Barb
Bernauer and Sandy Kertcher (FIGS). The
leaders enjoyed the small group
discussions regarding many examples of the
purpose and mission of United Methodist
Women. Information from these sessions will
be shared with the Seaside’s UMW at our next
meeting. Representatives from the Bladen and
Columbus Counties Domestic Violence Center
shared a very informative and meaningful
program. UMW are called to observe and
address social issues which affect women,
youth, and children, then use that information
to direct our prayers and actions.
World Day of Prayer
Shallotte, Presbyterian Church
March 6th at 11 a.m.
Women, men, and children in more than 170
countries and regions will celebrate World Day
of Prayer, Friday, March 6th. This movement
of Christian women was founded on the idea
that prayer and action are inseparable.
Services begin at sunrise in the Pacific and
follow the sun across the globe on the day of
celebration. This year the World Day of Prayer
Committee of the Bahamas, a country of
islands bearing images of tropical paradise,
yet also bearing chains of oppression, call us
to consider Jesus' words to the disciples after
washing their feet: "Do you understand what I
have done for you?" Please join this local
ecumenical celebration of informed prayer and
prayerful action at Shallotte Presbyterian
Church, 5070 Main Street, Shallotte.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
The next meeting will be on Monday,
March 9th at 10:00 a.m. in the Parlor. All
women who knit or crochet are invited to
attend. Yarn and patterns will be available.
Carol Matthews - 575-4267
Bernita Magee - 575-5958
UMW Unit Meeting March 16th
United Methodist Women will hold their
next unit meeting on Monday, March 16th, in
the Fellowship Hall. It will be a dinner meeting
beginning at 5 p.m. The M&M Circle will host
the meeting and you do not have to bring a
dish – just come and enjoy soup, salad, &
dessert.
At 6 p.m. our guest speaker will be the
Reverend Donna Phelps, co-director of
Brunswick County Streetreach (BCSR), an
interfaith homeless outreach and sheltering
program. There are many circumstances that
can cause people in our area to sometimes
require temporary shelter, food, clothing or
other types of help. BCSR is partnering with
local churches, organizations and businesses
to provide a home between homes and to be
that hand-up during a time of crises.
We will be collecting Blessing Bags to
pass on to BCSR. These are gallon Ziploc bags
containing the following items: toothbrush/
toothpaste; hotel size toiletries (shampoo,
lotion, soap); chap stick; band-aids; socks;
crackers; trail mix; granola bars; small
tissues; gum; plastic ponchos. For further
information about these Blessing Bags
please contact your circle leader or Sandy
Kertcher at 287-5896. In lieu of bringing a
Blessing Bag, you will also have an
opportunity to make a cash donation towards
BCSR.
All women of the church are invited!
Bring your neighbor, too! So that we might
prepare adequately for dinner, there is a signup sheet in the gallery for all who plan to
attend. For more information, please contact
June Donley at 575-5467, or Marilyn Schenck
at 579-0332.
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Adult Study Classes
Sharing God's Word
Len Bernauer. Facilitator
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 -8:00 PM, in the
Library. This Bible study group is open to
anyone and sign up is not required.
Confronting the Controversies
Kim and Carolyn Loucks, Facilitators
Begins Wednesday, April 8, 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
(7 weeks), Room 210.
Introduction to the Labyrinth,
a Spiritual Practice
and Meditation Tool
Sue Amyx, Facilitator
ONLY on Wednesday, April 1, 6:30 PM-8:30
PM in room 210.
Walking the labyrinth is a meditation
opportunity that helps you focus on spiritual,
healing and life issues. A prayer labyrinth
allows you to slow down, be grateful and pray.
The labyrinth will be open to walk at your
convenience, Tuesday, March 31 through
Friday, April 3, Holy Week.
11:00 Adult Sunday School Class
Lenten Study begins on March 1st. 24
Hours That Changed the World is the topic for
the 11AM Sunday school class. On this journey
through Lent, you are guided through the last
twenty-four hours of Jesus’ life. Each session is
designed to help the class experience and
understand the significance of Jesus' suffering
and death in a new way. Whether you are a
long-time Christian, or a new seeker, there will
be something for you. The format is DVD
presentation and class discussion. Ralph Eckley
will be facilitating this study. The class meets in
room 210 and is open to anyone interested in
this discussion.
Nurture Committee
Nurture at Seaside
The United Methodist
Church defines "Nurture" as
follows:
"The community
provides the potential for
nurturing human beings into
the fullness of their
humanity. We believe we
have a responsibility to innovate, sponsor, and
evaluate new forms of community that will
encourage development of the fullest potential in
individuals."
Here at Seaside, the Nurture Committee
serves the community through minstries such as
Divorce Care, Stephen Ministry, Good Timers,
Seaside Singles, Children's special programs, etc.
Thank you to those that serve on the Nurture
Committee - it is a vital part of our Seaside and
local community. In the quote above, Nurture is
described as having the responsibility to
"innovate...and evaluate new forms of
community." As members of Seaside, we are
asked to do the same...we are a creative
congregation...give some thought to how we can
grow in community, get to know each other more
through activities such as field trips on the bus, or
new and creative ways. Donna Groenke chairs the
Nurture Committee for 2015 and asks for your
support. Contact Donna for more information,
with creative ideas, or if your Spiritual Gifts are in
hospitality and you'd like to be a part of Nurture
Seaside UMC Annual Art Show
April 22 - April 26th
As we keep looking for spring, we are also
planning for our Annual Seaside Art Show. This is
always wonderful as we realize how much talent
we have here.
As always, we will feature the work of our
preschool children, but all Seaside members are
invited to show their work. This show is not just
painting, but any form of art—fabric arts, pottery,
photography, jewelry, needlework, etc. If you are
interested in showing your work, simply bring
your art to the Fellowship Hall no later than the
morning of April 22nd (set-up date). It should be
picked up on Sunday, April 26th after church
services.
If you have questions, contact Geri Piazza
at craftylady@atmc.net or call 575-0200.
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Goodtimers
Keep your eyes open, the Goodtimers
are planning a trip to the Billy Graham Library
in Charlotte and traveling by bus. The plan is
for late April or May. If you have an interest in
this trip, please contact Ann Wiltbank at
awiltb@atmc.net. Many who have visited say
it is very worthwhile and interesting.
Christian Formation (CFC)
"...I do not consider that I
have made it my own; but
this one thing I do:
forgetting what lies behind
and straining forward to
what lies ahead, I press on
toward the goal for the prize
of the heavenly call of God
in Christ Jesus." Philippians
3:13 - 14 (NRSV)
Christian formation is the process of
being conformed to the image of Christ by the
gracious working of God's spirit, for the
transformation of the world. In short, it is our
journey toward becoming more Christlike.
Seaside's Christian Formation
Committee is comprised of the following
ministries:
 Sunday School - both children and adult
 Adult Education - all adult classes offered
at Seaside
 Library
 Nursery
 Vacation Bible School (VBS)
 Youth Coordinator
 Three at-large members serving where
needed
CFC offers many opportunities to
answer the call to develop our own spiritual
growth and also to assist others in their
growth through VBS and our Youth
Ministries. Sara Moore chairs the committee
for 2015 and welcomes the opportunity to
serve with you in Christian Formation.
Country Fair 2015
September 18th & 19th
The Country Fair Steering Committee
is already at work planning, organizing and
recruiting volunteers for this year's edition of
our annual country fair. There are many ways
that every member of our congregation can
be involved! For all of you that are new to
Seaside, there are opportunities to help with
a live auction, silent auction, bake sale,
books, clothing, crafts, food & drinks, garden
center, jewelry, yard sale and more. Please
watch for announcements to see what you
would like to do. Plan to experience the
fellowship of the corps of volunteers that
make the Country Fair so incredibly
successful year after year!
Pick up for large items for the live
auction/yard sale will begin on March 3rd.
Wayne Matthews will once again head up this
effort. You can schedule a pick up by
contacting the church office. Most pick-ups
will be on Tuesdays.
Beginning in March, you will be able to
drop off items to the shed on Monday thru
Friday, from 9am-5pm, and on Sunday,
7am-1pm. This year you should be aware
that the country fair will NOT ACCEPT the
following items: NO computer monitors or
printers and NO non-flat-screen TVs. Almost
everything else is welcome if it is in sellable
condition. Start your spring cleaning
soon...your unwanted items could become
someone's prized possessions!
The Garden Center chair persons have
asked for any interested volunteers who
would like to work with plants, to please
contact them—Sue Bowling at
suebowling@atmc.net or Donna Russell at
drussell@atmc.net. Spring is coming and
things will start to grow!
The Yard Sale will need many
volunteers to help them shortly as they begin
sorting donated items. You can contact Mark
Christy markdchristy@yahoo.com to offer
your help. NEEDED: If you are a golfer and
know the value of the equipment, please
contact Mark to offer your expertise in pricing
the donations!
Country Fair needs You!
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Church Directory
How do I Download?
Seaside's new Directory can now be
downloaded to your home computer and printed
in your home.
How do I Update?
We hope you are enjoying the new
Seaside Church Directory, either the printed
version or, as many of you are, the online
phone version.
If you find that your information is incorrect or
needs updated, you can do either of the
following:


Contact the church office (579-5753) and
provide the correct information. Make sure
to specify that you would like the picture
directory updated.
Complete one of the update forms that you
will find in the Gallery or at the Receptionist
Desk in the Fellowship Hall Lobby.
Copies of the directory are being printed as
requested to insure that the copy you receive
has the most updated information available. If
you would like a printed copy, call the church
offce at 579-5753 to request one. It will be
printed for you so that you can pick it up at your
convenience. If you don't want to make a
special trip, we'll make sure you can pick it up
on Sunday morning. Cost of printed directories
is $5.00.
Seaside United Methodist Church
Maundy Thursday– April 2—7:00 PM
Good Friday - April 3rd
Traditional Service—Noon
Tennebrae Service—7:00 PM
Easter Sunday—April 5th
Sunrise Service—6:45 AM—Pavilion at Sunset Beach
Traditional Service—8:00 AM
Blended Worship—9:30 AM
Community Easter Egg Hunt—Following 9:30 Service
Traditional Service—11:00 AM
the
ROSE OF CALVARY
Presented by
Seaside United Methodist Church
Choir & Orchestra
Sunday, March 29th
4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Tickets are available in the church office.
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2015 S.T.A.R.S. Summer Literacy and Enrichment Program
June 29th-August 7th
Monday—Friday
8:30 AM—4:00 PM
S.T.A.R.S. Committee Members will be on hand to share
opportunities for you to serve in this years summer program.
We learned so much from our 2014 S.T.A.R.S. and from your
feedback at the end of last year’s program. Stop by and see
what’s new for this summer and how you can be a part of this
Seaside ministry.
The Duke Endowment has approved the S.T.A.R.S. grant
application for 2015, community organizations will once again
provide enrichment opportunities for our students, and Jessie
Mae Monroe is an active partner in planning the 2015 program.
Stop by for coffee and a special treat at the Volunteer Fair.
You are the “S” in S.T.A.R.S.
(Seaside Teaching and Reaching Students)
Volunteer Fair
Sunday, March 22nd
Fellowship Hall
After All Three Services
2015 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
“Have U Herd?”
June 15th-June 19th
9:00 AM-Noon
You’re invited to play a part in this year’s Vacation Bible School. There are many
opportunities to serve, no
matter what your gifts and passions for ministry may be.
Looking for “Shepherds” to help with games, crafts, worship,
bible and mission stories. All you need is a willing heart and
a warm smile. All are invited to visit the VBS display at the
Volunteer Fair. Don’t be “baaashful”!
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March Birthdays and Anniversaries
March 1
Birthdays:
Marjorie Hedman
Rumel Bradt
Sid Silvers
Memory Drew
Daniel Forrest
Andrew Dolbow
March 2
Birthdays:
Richard Ward
March 4
Birthdays:
Marjorie Duffy
Jack Yorkey
March 5
Birthdays:
Judy Andricak
Linda Stigile
Anniversaries:
Buddy & Martha Boyd
March 6
Birthdays:
Wayne Smith
Arthur Hahl
March 7
Birthdays:
Joan Powell
Laura Kincaid
Don Collier
March 8
Birthdays:
Carol Fancher
Tom Major
Katlyn Bowman
March 9
Birthdays:
Marguerite Marsh
Jeanie Godfrey
Johnsie Floyd
Grayson Thomas
March 10
Birthdays:
Josh Baker
Allen Walters
Linda Bohman
Anniversaries:
Lin & Fran Watson
Roger & Linda McPherson
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March 11
Birthdays:
Bill Poe
Judy Martin
Steven Dolbow
Pieter Oschmann
March 12
Birthdays:
Ella Mae Brooks
Abigail Blackwell
Donald James Kelly
Brennan Wright
Anniversaries:
Jim & Melody McNeill
March 13
Birthdays:
Vincent Krasniewicz
Lois Russell
Celeste Ford
Brandon Madison
Allie Madison
Cheryl Mahoney
Ken Wensel
March 14
Birthdays:
Jeff Smith
Jo Ann Scott
Jim Hilgenberg
Karen Gaddy
Debra Brown
Anniversaries:
Chris & Barbara Johnson
Ernie & Carol King
March 15
Birthdays:
Ron Klein
Len Bernauer
Anniversaries:
Bob & Debbie Kogler
March 16
Birthdays:
Kathy Booher
Anniversaries:
Jim & Pat Linnell
March 17
Birthdays:
Dick Tatum
Lee Booher
Drew Frink
March 18
Birthdays:
J David Colson
Anniversaries:
Lonnie & Jean Howard
March 19
Birthdays:
Joey Ochs
Jane Grimm
March 20
Birthdays:
Carolyn Silvers
Ron Cybyske
Adele Stephens
Tom Deacon
Jay Middleton
Jennifer Ochs
Ashley Norfleet
Mike Marti
March 22
Birthdays:
Edward Leis
Reid Kerr
March 23
Birthdays:
Norma Mohn
Beverly Britt
London Cooke
March 24
Birthdays:
Melody McNeill
Brenda Hess
Michael Brinsfield
Randy Mose
Christopher York
Anniversaries:
O’Dell & Lorraine Norman
Brian & Karen Robbins
Ross & Lexy Bardolf
March 25
Birthdays:
Mildred Harris
Kelly Clemmons
River Granton
Anthony Napolitano
Larry Tedesco
March 26
Birthdays:
Julie Steelman
Bobby Rains
Mary Benes
Emily Lewis
March 27
Birthdays:
Jack Burke
Myrt Crowe
March 28
Birthdays:
Claire Winship
Joan Brinsfield
Jim Allen
Jim Frank Henderson
Trey Carroll
March 29
Birthdays:
Tina Lepsig
Debbie Kogler
Sarah Sitton
Anniversaries:
Tom & Nancy Ward
March 30
Birthdays:
Marian Tippett
Blanca Alverez
Dennis Earp, Jr
Victoria James
Savanna Grace Atha
March 31
Birthdays:
Fran Scheff
Janet Dancy
Alan Thompson
Brenda White
Crystal Matthis
March 2014
Sun
Mon
1
Worship Serv
8, 9:30, 11
9:30 SS
Classes
2
10 Yoga
11 SBL Gp
12 Al Anon
1:15 Disc. I
3:30
Straighten up
6 Financial
Peace
6:30 Boy
Scouts & UMM
3
4
9 & 5 GED
10 Fd Pantry &
Staff Mtg. &
Crafts
1:30 Worship
Mtg
5 Comm. Mtg
6 Stephen
Ministers
6:30 Divorce
Care & Sharing
God’s Word
8:30 Steering Com
9 Disciple II
10 Christ. Art & Gparent Sup. & God
of Possible
12 Lenten Lunch
1 UMW Mission Tm
3 Tutoring
4:30 Joyful Noise
5:30 Jubilee Bells
6:30 Deuteronomy
& Praise Team
9
10
9 & 5 GED
10 Fd Pantry,
Crafts & Staff
Mtg.
1:30 Worship
Mtg
4 Witness
5 Classical Ens.
6:30 Divorce
Care
16
17
10 Yoga
11aSBL Gp
12 Al Anon
1 Shell Seekers
Bk
1:15 Disciple I
3:30 Straighten
up
4:30 Girl Scouts
6:30 Boy Scouts
7 Finance
9 & 5 GED
10 Fd Pantry &
Staff Mtg, Crafts
1:30 Worship
Plan
6:30 Divorce
Care & Sharing
God’s Word
23
24
9 & 5 GED
10 Fd Pantry &
Staff Mtg, &
crafts
1:30p Worship
Plan.
3 H&W Event
6 Classical Ens
6:30p Divorce
Care
.
5 Instrumental
Ens.
5:30
UMYF
Tue
Wed
5 Instrumental
Ens.
5:30
UMYF
10 Yoga & Prayer
Shawl
11 SBL Gp
12 Al Anon
1:15 Disc. I
3:30 Straighten
up
4:30 Girls Scouts
6 Financial Peace
6:30 Boy Scouts
7 Outreach &
Trustees
7 AA
15
Worship Serv
8, 9:30, 11
9:30 SS
Classes
5 Instrumental
Ens.
5:30
UMYF
7 AA
22
Worship Serv
8, 9:30 & 11
9:30 SS Classes
5 Instrumental
Ens
5:30 UMYF
10 Yoga
11 SBL Gp
12 Al Anon
1:15 Disciple I
3:30p Straighten
up
4:30 Girl Scouts
6:30 Boy Scouts
7 Church Council
7 AA
29
Worship Serv
8, 9:30 & 11
9:30 SS Classes
Easter Cantata
4 & 7 pm
15
30
10 Yoga
11 SBL Gp
12 Al Anon
1:15 Disciple I
3:30p Straighten
up
6:30 Boy Scouts
31
9 & 5 GED
10 Fd Pantry &
Staff Mtg, &
Crafts
1:30p Worship
Plan.
6:30p Divorce
Care
.
Fri
Sat
5
9 & 5 GED
10 Staff Mtg
2 Info Mtg for
Comm.
4 SPRC
5:30 Al Anon
6 Sanctuary
Choirs
6:30 CA
8 Seasode
Emmaus
Women’s Walk
13
6
10 Yoga
1:30 Grief/
Share
7
11
9 Disciple II
10 Christ. Art &
G-parent Sup. &
G-parents Supp.
12 Lenten Lunch
3 Tutoring
4:30 Joyful
Noise
5:30 Jubilee
Bells
6:30 Praise
Team
12
9 & 5 GED
10 Staff Mtg
1:30 Stroke
Survivors
4 Perm End.
5:30 Al Anon
6 Sanctuary
Choirs
6:30 CA
13
10 Yoga
1:30 Grief/
Share
14
18
9 Disciple II &
Yoga
10 Christ. Art &
G-parent Supp
12 Lenten Lunch
3 Tutoring
4 Exec Comm.
4:30 Joyful
Noise 5:30
Jubilee Bells
6:30 Praise
Team
19
9 & 5 GED
10 Staff Mtg &
Timeless
Treas.
4 Worship
5:30 Al Anon
6 Sanctuary
Choir
6:30 CA
20
10 Yoga
1:30 Grief/
Share
21
25
26
9 & 5 GED
10 Staff Mtg
5:30 Al Anon
6 Sanctuary
Choirs
6:30 CA
27
10 Yoga
1:30 Grief/
Share
28
9 Disciple II &
Yoga
10 Christ. Art &
G-parent Support
12 Lenten Lunch
1 Stephen Leaders
3 Tutoring, H&W
Event
4:30 Joyful Noise
5:30 Jubilee Bells
6:30 Praise Team
7 AA
8
Worship Serv
8, 9:30, 11
9:30 SS
Classes
Thu
9
Prayer Warriors
&
SERRV Set Up
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ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Non-Profit Org.
Revs. Scott & Mary Jane Wilson-Parsons, Pastors
Web: www.seasideumc.org
(910) 579 5753 Fax: (910)575-6535
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
1300 Seaside Road, SW
Permit No. 102
Shallotte, NC
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Seaside United Methodist Church
Seaside United Methodist Church
1300 Seaside Road
Sunset Beach, North Carolina 28468
910-579-5753
seasideumc.org
Church Staff
Co-pastors: ............................................................................... Mary Jane Wilson-Parsons (Ext 222)
Scott Wilson-Parsons (Ext 221)
Minister of Music/Director of Music Ministries:: ..................................... Kathryn Parker (Ext 226)
Director of Formation & Program: ...............................................................Stefanie Riley (Ext 231)
Office Manager: ............................................................................................. Darcie Kleino (Ext 223)
Director of Communications: ................................................................... Mary Ellen Good (Ext 224)
Assistant Director of Music Ministries: ........................................................................... Lynn Enzor
Nursery Coordinator: ........................................................................................................ Sandie Bell
Custodians: ........................................................................................................................ Don Dustin