Wimberley Presbyterian Church Newsletter

August 2013 _______________________________________________________________________________________

Inside this Issue: Session Page 2 Worship Page 3 Youth Page 4 Announcements Page 5 Calendar Page 6 Birthdays & Anniversaries Page 7

Calendar of Upcoming Events

Aug. 11 Worship @ Deer Creek 3:30pm Aug. 14 Potluck Dinner and T-Shirts Sale 6:00 pm Aug. 17 Back-to-School Fiesta 9:00am to 12:00pm Aug 20 Council Meeting 7:00 pm Sept. 19-22 Austin Presbyterian Pilgrimage

P. O. Box 1854 956 RR 2325

Wimberley, TX 78676 Phone: 512-847-5292 Fax: 512-847-9715

Website: www.wimpres.org

Rev. Clint Regen

cregen@wimpres.org

Janice Herreth, Office Administrator jherreth@wimpres.org

The next Newsletter will be pub-lished on August 29.

All articles need to be submitted

by August 21 to be included.

Summer is wrapping up and school is on the horizon. It seems to go by

so quickly. So let’s think about the fall and the beginning of a new educational

season. For the church there is the ongoing challenge of helping people grow

in the knowledge and grace of God. That requires attention, effort and disci-

pline on our part. God’s Word speaks to us by the power of the Holy Spirit, as

we put our souls in play by the study of the Bible.

There are no short-cuts. God’s plan is for us to feed on him and his

word on a regular basis:

2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for

teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the

man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work.

Romans 15:4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our

instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the

Scriptures we might have hope.

Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two

-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of

marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Psalm 19:10-11 More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold;

sweeter also than honey and drippings of the honeycomb. Moreover, by them

is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward.

So let me highlight some opportunities for growing in knowledge this fall:

Adult Sunday School 9:45am Children and Youth Sunday School 9:45am New Members Class September 15 and 29 9:45am Pilgrimage September 19-22 Camp Buckner Women’s Circles 3rd Tuesdays 10:00am & 7pm Women’s Bible Study TBA If none of these options work for you, then let’s talk and see what

we can make happen. Let’s get into the Word together and find the life God

intends for us.

Pastor Clint

Pastor Clint will be on vacation August 23 thru 30.

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YOUR COUNCIL AT WORK July 2013

August 20 7:00 PM

Church Financial News General Operating Requirement - $23,493/Mo Last 12 Months July2013(to date) $291,861 $14,604

The Council met on July 16, 2013 for its regular stated meeting. Council heard a report on the youth and family surveys and approved moving forward with hiring the Youth Ministry Architects group (Small Church Ministry Architects) for an assessment, consulting, and recommendations for building a sustainable youth ministry at WPC. We anticipate the consultant will be here September 6-8 to meet with various “listening groups” of youth, parents, volunteers/teachers, church leaders, the personnel committee, interested members, etc. This is an exciting opportunity for WPC and we need input from as many folks as possible. Please reserve this weekend if possible! Council also discussed attendance and scheduling for Potluck Suppers (monthly, quarterly, etc.), needs for the Back to School Fiesta, calling a congregational meeting for August 18 for electing the Church Nominating Committee, and heard gen-eral reports from the Committees.

David Junkin Clerk of Session

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Greeters for the Month…

TBA

Liturgists for the Month…

4th Richard Barnett

11th Sarah Badal

18th John Wilton

25th Rob Peyton

Head Usher for the

Month …

Gordon Butler

Ushers for the Month…

4th Kim, Amber & Gray Hyde

11th Teresa & David Junkin

18th Margaret & Randy Busch

25th Barbara & Joel Barks

Hostess for the Month…

4th Kari Byers, Karen Myers & Mary Northern

11th Ansley Kolar & Madge Liscomb

18th Pam Tannahill & Susie Churchill

25th Janet Casper, Marlynn Butler & Kari Byers

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Vacation Bible School 2013

God's Amazing Creation was celebrated at WPC's Vacation Bible School this month! We used a 'home-grown' curriculum developed by Opal and Richard Barnett that taught the children about the Gospel of Jesus by focusing on His creation. Trees were the central focus this year. A motivated team of volunteers transformed the church into a forest, which set the scene for an exciting week.

Each group of children sat 'under the trees' in the sanctuary and participated in Bible study with Pastor Clint. Throughout their day, they enjoyed activities that reinforced their understanding of what trees do, and how God uses them to provide for people and the earth. The children built birdfeeders, made wildflower seed balls, created beautiful burlap wall hangings, played games, watched videos, fed animals and shared snacks together. An underlying theme of this year's programs was 'relationships.' Team sizes were intentionally kept small, so team leaders would have an opportunity to field questions about everything that was be-

ing taught, and to get to know their children better. The slow pace of the activities allowed a lot of hands-on time and one-on-one instruction from our activity teams. Teams were allowed to create their own team names which reflected their personalities. It took a lot of volunteers to make this Vacation Bi-ble School successful. We offer sincere thanks to the following individuals who made it possible: Opal and Richard Barnett, Mellissa Armstrong, Karen My-ers, Lynn Williams, Suzie Churchill, Pam Tannahill, Clint Regen, Robert Miller, Janice Herreth, Joyce

Hendrix, Mandy Perez, Carlene Higgins, Judy Nichols, Eric Eskelund, Gordon Butler, Warren Kolar, Kim Hyde, Wellborn Gregg, Adrian Ramsey, Amber Hyde, Dave Slider, Margaret Busch, Linda Corbitt, Christi Youens, Madge Lis-comb, Kathryn Sturdivant, Emma Junkin, Teri Carter, Chloe Lowrance, Brady Corbitt, Tony Gibbs, Barbara Barks, Joel Barks, Trevor Richter, Sandra Gregg, Gay Wilkerson, Janet Casper, Nita Bagby, Teresa Ward, Marlynn But-ler, Rosalie Laumbach, Marcia Easley, Valerie Chandler and Catherine Re-gen. Special thanks to our neighbors at King Feed Store, who provided two beautiful live trees for the sanctuary, and at Ace Hardware, who provided popcorn for snacks and lumber for bird feeders at a great price! Vacation Bible School planning for 2014 has already begun. We will be presenting 'God's Amazing Creation: Water,' another curriculum developed by members of our church. Mellissa Arm-strong has agreed to direct the program. The dates are July 21-24 and its not too early to volun-teer! If you're interested in getting onboard early, please contact the church office and leave your name with Janice.

Catherine Regen

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Mary Northern

will be teaching

Children's Church in August

AUSTIN PRESBYTERIAN PILGRIMAGE (by Teresa Ward) I am so excited to be serving as the Moderator for Austin Presbyterian Pilgrimage #36, September 19-22, 2013! Staff selection is completed and participant applica-tions are being received. Applications can be found in the narthex, or on the website: austinpresbyterianpilgrimage.org/. Presbyterian Pilgrimage is a 3-day spiritual renew-al ministry led by lay members, and clergy of the Presbyterian Church. Its purpose is to inspire, challenge and equip us for Christian action in our homes, churches and communities. The weekend is thought-provoking, relaxing and fun! Participants leave with a desire to serve productively and live boldly for Christ. Fifteen of us from WPC will be serving on staff: Clint Regen, Jimmy, Suzette & Sarah Connell, Sarah Badal,

Kim & Gray Hyde, Tony Gibbs, Sandra & Wellborn Gregg, Nita Bagby, Dean Kenady, Barbara Vansant and Ju-dy Padgett. Please contact any of us if you have questions. We would love to talk with you about Pilgrimage!

Back to School Fiesta The Fiesta will be on Saturday, August 17 from 9:00am to 12:00pm. If you would like to help provide assistance as a translator, photographer, data entry, hair cutter, financial donor, etc. Please be in touch via vnccuistion@hotmail.com/barnabas@wimberleyumc.org or 512-847-3109. Volunteers are needed Thursday - Saturday, August 15-17. Volunteer Sessions are Thursday 2:30 to 6:00pm, Friday 9:00- 12:00, and 1:00 to 6:00pm and Sat-urday 8:00 to 12:30. A volunteer thank you luncheon will be provided directly following the Fiesta at 12:30pm. Parents in need of assistance with school supplies can register by phone at 512-847-1664 or pick up a printed registration form (June – July) at Brookshire Brothers Grocery Store, Wimberley Village Public Library, or Ace Hardware. Donations to the Back to School Fiesta can be mailed care of the Barnabas Connection, WUMC, PO Box 737, Wimberley, TX 78676. Checks should be made to the Wimberley United Methodist Church and designated for the Fiesta; all monies go directly to the Back to School Fiesta and are tax-deductible.

Potluck Wednesday Everyone is invited to the Ice Cream Social Potluck. Bring some of your favorite ice cream, bought or homemade on Wednesday August 14 at 6 pm. Last names A-L bring a favorite barbecue main dish and M-Z bring a favorite barbecue side dish. Fellowship will provide ice cream fixings!

Please join us for some good old fashioned fun!

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Community Support

Mon & Fri: Alanon 12 Noon Thursday: Alateen 5:30 pm Alanon 7:30 pm

1st Wed: Quilters Guild 12:30 to 3:30 pm 2nd/4th Wed: Quilters Guild 11:00 to 3:00 pm 3rd Wed: Herb Group 9:30 to 12:00 pm 2nd Thurs: Alzheimer Support Group 1:00 pm

FILL THE BAG

Don’t forget! Each Communion Sunday we will be collecting for Crisis Bread Basket. So pick up your white bags in the narthex or in the fellowship hall.

Visit the church website often...

www.wimpres.org

Provide inputs thru committee chairs to

the webmaster,

Teresa Ward.

Clearance Sale!

We all love a good bargain! Now is the time to purchase a Church T-Shirt.

$3.00 Black $5.00 Women’s Blue $8.00 Men’s Polo

Potluck Wednesday, August 14 @ 6:00pm

Wimberley Presbyterian

Church

CURRENT COUNCIL ELDERS

Laura Peyton, Administration

James Higgins, Matt McNeil Building & Grounds

Kari Byers Fellowship

David Junkin Clerk of Council

Sandra Gregg, Sarah Badal Congregational Care

Jon Hendrix, Janet Casper Morgan Peyton

Discipleship

Gay Wilkerson Outreach

Dallas Laumbach Stewardship

Jimmy Connell Worship

Dallas Laumbach & Sandra Gregg Nominating

RETURN ADDRESS REQUESTED

Together we worship and serve, living God’s Word and sharing God’s love.

Adult Sunday School ………………………………………………...9:45 AM Youth Sunday School………………………………………………...9:45 AM

(6 - 8th Grade) Pre-School Sunday School…………………………………………..9:45 AM (3 - 5 yrs.) Elementary Sunday School………………………………………….9:45 AM

(K - 5th Grade) Pre-School Children’s Church……………………………………..10:45 AM (Potty trained - 5 yrs.) Children’s Church……………………………………………………11:00 AM (Pre K - 5th Grade-except Communion Sunday) Worship Service…………………………………………………….. 11:00 AM

(Followed by Fellowship & Refreshments) Prayer Group………………………………………………Monday, 10:30 AM Contemplative/Centering Prayer Group……………..Tuesday, 10:30 AM

(Sanctuary, Resumes in Sept) Youth “Mystery Bus” Bible Study………………….Wednesday, 6:30 PM

(Grades 6-12, Resumes in Sept)

WPC Staff

Rev. Clint Regen………………………………………………………………….Pastor

Rev. Conway Wharton………………………………………………Pastor Emeritus

Mr. Tom Gabrielsen, Ms. Maria Mullins………………….Music Director, Pianist

Ms. Janice Herreth………………………………………………….……….Secretary

Ms. Emily Junkin, Teri Carter, Chloe Lowrance, Katie Schlup…...…...Nursery

Mr. Robert Miller……………………………………………………...…………Sexton

Ms. Sandra Haney……………………………………………………………Treasurer

Information for publications is due in the church office on the 20th of each month. Please e-mail your announcements or articles to the office at jherreth@wimpres.org.

This edition produced by Janice Herreth.