Women Connected

The Womens minisTries neWsleTTer aT Pender UmC Volume: 4 Issue Number: 6 Date: September 2012 Below are two devotionals from the daily devotional book Jesus Calling by Sarah Young. Hopefully they will help to keep us grounded during this busy time of transition into new schedules and routines. Dated August 25th I AM THE ETERNAL I AM; I always have been, and I always will be. In My Presence you experience Love and Light, Peace and Joy. I am intimately involved in all your moments, and I am training you to be aware of Me at all times. Your assignment is to collaborate with Me in this training process. I have taken up residence within you; I am central in your innermost being. Your mind goes off in tangents from its holy Center, time after time. Do not be alarmed by your inability to remain focused on Me. Simply bring your thoughts gently back to Me each time they wander. The quickest way to redirect your mind to me is to whisper My Name. (Exodus 3:14; Corinthians 3:16; Psalm 25:14-15) Dated August 29 DEMONSTRATE YOUR TRUST IN ME by sitting quietly in My Presence. Put aside all that is waiting to be done, and refuse to worry about anything. This sacred time together strengthens you and prepares you to face whatever the day will bring. By waiting with Me before you begin the days activities, you proclaim the reality of My living Presence. This act of faith waiting before working is noted in the spirit world, where your demonstration of trust weakens principalities and powers of darkness. The most effective way to resist evil is to draw near Me. When you need to take action, I will guide you clearly through My Spirit and My Word. The world is so complex and overstimulating that that you can easily lose your sense of direction. Doing countless unnecessary activities will dissipate your energy. When you spend time with Me, I restore your sense of direction. As you look to Me for guidance, I enable you to do less but accomplish more. (Luke 12:22; Ephesians 6:12; Proverbs 16:3)
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Womens Retreat

Saturday, September 15
Doors open at 8:30am for registration and a light breakfast. Program begins promptly at 9:30am and concludes at 4:15pm.

Join us for this very special live simulcast!

Each message from Beth Moore focuses on scriptural teaching and a love for Gods Word to become alive and active in each participants heart. WHAT IS LIVING PROOF LIVE? Living Proof Live is a fun-filled Bible study, teaching, and worship experience to enrich your mind, soul, and spirit! Bible teacher Beth Moore brings a fresh Word from God to each Living Proof Live event - no two are the same. As she explores the Bible and how it applies to real life, you will be encouraged by her own experiences as a believer, and you will be inspired to magnify and strengthen your own relationship with God. Registrations are now being accepted Sign up in the Narthex or online at www.penderumc.org. Continental breakfast and lunch are provided. Registration fee is $10, payable on morning of event. Free childcare is available but preregistration is required. All are welcome invite friends and family!

What will your husband or significant other do when you are at the retreat? We know! Send him over to the ReGift Thrift for some sorting and boxing up in preparation for the upcoming Flea Market and Boutique. The men will meet at the warehouse at 10am and be done by noon where theyll be treated to some BBQ from Willard's, compliments of your Pender Men. Have him call Dave Cacner if he has any questions.

UMW Executive Board Meeting

Our next Executive Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 4th at 1:30pm in room 200. All are welcome to attend as we discuss our upcoming events.

UMW Lunch and Boutique Kickoff

Come join us for lunch after the 11 am service on Sunday, September 23. Stay if you can to help set up the boutique, let us feed you lunch and enjoy your company. Sign up sheets are in the Narthex for Boutique cashier positions on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Sign up for an hour or a block of time any and all is appreciated!

Womens Circle Meetings

Bessie Gooding Circle Bessie Gooding Circle will
meeting briefly at lunchtime on the day of the Beth Moore retreat, Saturday, Sept. 15th. The next regular meeting of Bessie Gooding Circle will be on Saturday, Oct. 20th, at 9:30am at Pender. All are welcome to see what the Lord has in store for them as part of a circle of ladies who love the Lord. Come to visit or come to stay. We would love to have you! For information, please contact Kay Creel at KFinlawCreel@verizon.net.

FLEA MARKET & BOUTIQUE September 27-29

Your help is needed to get ready for and work this important event that supports local and international missions. There are lots of opportunities to serve! Sun. Sept. 23 SET UP Begins: Start transforming Fellowship Hall and adjoining rooms after 9:30 service Ladies - kick off the Boutique with a light lunch after 11 service (in Cornerstone) 1:00-5:00 pm - pull shelving, hangers, boxes, etc. & begin setting up for sale Mon-Wed, Sept 24-26: Sort clothing (and other items) and mark it for sale either in the Flea Market or in the Boutique. Wed. Sept 26: Mens pizza dinner for those at the church helping get the last minute things done 6:30 or 7:00. Thurs. Sept. 27: FLEA MARKET & BOUTIQUE STARTS (8am - 8 pm) Doors open at 8 am - people start lining up around 7:00. Cashiers & Grillers needed Fri. Sept. 28: (8am - 8pm) Cashiers & grillers needed Sat. Sept 29: (8am - noon) Cashiers needed Tear down and put away (noon - done) If you are interested in working during the week, or want more information, please contact the church office or sign up on the welcome table.

Mary Martha Circle The members of the Mary

Martha Circle love the joy of welcoming women who are interested in experiencing a small group of women who support each other in our faith journeys. We enjoy an opportunity for much needed fellowship with each other over refreshments following a brief business meeting. We also enjoy offering our support to other ministries within the church. In addition, we reach out to those less fortunate than ourselves. This summer, some of us volunteered at the new Pender ReGift Thrift Store, and as time allows, some of us will continue to do that. Our next meeting will be Monday, Sept. 10th, at 7 PM, in Rooms 202-204. Please feel free to contact Carol Wilson for more details at 703-815-1744 or at carolorguyw@cox.net.

Ruth Circle meets on the second Wednesday of the

month at 9:15 a.m. usually at the church. For more information, please contact Barbe Hefferan at 703-3787048 or email jnbhefferan@verizon.net. Come visit at our next meeting! Ruth Circle is having their Kickoff Fall meeting with a breakfast at the home of Roberta Pont, 13504 Carmel Ln. (Brookfield) Chantilly, VA 20151. This Kickoff meeting will be held Wed. Sept 12 at 9 a.m. We would love to welcome new members to participate in the worship and service activities of Ruth Circle. If you are interested in joining us, please call Roberta at 703-378-7176 for directions. It is about a 10 minute drive from the church.

Susanna Circle will once again this fall be hosting the

Susanna Super Simple Suppers one Thursday evening each month. We have not determined the date of the first one yet, but please feel free to contact Jami Flemmons at jamiflemmons@verizon.net if you have any questions or would like information. May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13

I think Christians fail so often to get answers to their prayers because they do not wait long enough on God. They just drop down and say a few words, and then jump up and forget it and expect God to answer them. Such praying always reminds me of the small boy ringing his neighbor's door-bell, and then running away as fast as he can go. -E.M. Bounds

Studies Starting in the Fall

Tuesday Morning Womens Bible Study / Small Group at 9:30 am
Why?: Making Sense of God's Will by Adam Hamilton will be the focus of a four week study starting October 7th. Join us for great discussion and insight! We are considering a study by Beth Moore called James: Mercy Triumphs and would like to determine interest for this. Please contact Marian Smith at kmcasmith@verizon.net if you would like to take the class starting mid to late October. Are you interested in facilitating a small group or bible study program Tuesday mornings? We are looking for feedback on what you may be interested in. Email or call Cheryl Moxley to discuss (cheryl@moxley.com)

Please contact the church office or Becky Bryan at Rebecca@bryan10.com to sign up or receive more information. For men and women who are interested in this class but need a schedule that doesnt conflict with working hours, we would like to hear from you what timing would work for you so we can arrange another class to meet your availability. Please contact the church office or Becky Bryan at Rebecca@bryan10.com. CONSIDERING A CHURCH HOME? On September 16th, we will offer another "Pender Connections" class at 9:30 am 12:00 pm in the Chapel. Ask questions! Hear about the history of our wonderful church and ministries. Talk to our pastors and other church leaders. Look at ways to help you become involved with our friendly congregation! In addition, you will have the opportunity to make decisions about baptism and/or membership as you explore options to use your gifts and talents for God. Please make plans to attend and while there is no obligation, we believe this is an exciting time to present Pender UMC in a more personal way to those looking for a place to call home. Please contact Joyce Munt in the Church Office to sign up for this class.

Pastor Kennys Tuesday Bible Studies

Pastor Kenny's Tuesday studies will begin Sept. 18 Meeting times are 2pm and 7pm. The first three weeks will be a study on the Holy Spirit; the remainder of the fall will focus on 2 Corinthians.

Wednesday Womens Bible Study

The Joyful in Jesus Small Group and Bible Study for women, meets at Pender on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9:30 p.m. This small group meets for fellowship, Bible study, discussion and prayer. Our purpose is to explore the lessons of the Bible and to share insights of how to apply Gods Word to everyday life as we strive to create a community of encouragement and joy through prayer and fellowship. Our group is open and we invite you to join us on October 3rd as we begin an eight-week study of the Gospel of Matthew. We will be using a study guide with weekly assignments. No prior study experience needed, all women are welcome to join. Please contact Mary Wetzler at bigdubbs4@verizon.net with questions or to register, or register through the Pender website Small groups.

Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University

will change EVERYTHING!! Your money. Your story. Your life. Join us as we host the NEW 9 week and UPDATED Financial Peace Program here at Pender starting on Sunday, September 23rd! Class will meet from 1:00PM to 2:30PM, with a free lunch for class members starting at 12:30PM. Childcare is also provided at no cost to you! Family membership 'kits' include all of the materials you need for the nine week course and a lifetime membership for your family for $89. For more info please call Jessica Durning at 571-331-3773.

Back by Popular Demand! What To Say, When To Listen

Have you ever had difficulty knowing what to say to someone who is going through difficult times? We want to be helpful but often dont know the best way to do it. Do you feel called to minister to the sick, the homebound and lonely, or even a friend who is hurting, but just dont know what you would talk about? Designed to teach listening skills and how to be helpful as we walk with another person who is going through one of lifes difficulties, using the material developed by Chris Hanak with Ambassadors for Christ International, Karen Cross will teach a six-week class for ladies beginning Wednesday, September 12, 9:45 12:15 at Pender. There is no charge, but space is limited.

Mark Your Calendar!

Sept 12th What to Say When to Listen -9:45am Sept 15th UMW Womens Retreat at 8:30am-4:30pm Sept 16th Pender Connections Class 9:30am - noon Sept 16th Youth Group Parents Meeting 7:00pm Sept 18th Pastor Kennys Bible Study at 2pm & 7pm Sept 23rd Financial Peace University Sept 23rd Boutique Kick-off Luncheon at 12:15pm Sept 27th-29th Flea Market & Boutique Oct 3rd Wednesday Womens Bible Study Oct 7th Sing-n-Celebrate (Celebrating Children) 7pm Oct 12th-13th The Art of Marriage Weekend Oct 12th The pumpkins will arrive around 4pm Oct 13th The pumpkin patch opens! 11am-7pm

Sing-n-Celebrate Oct. 7th at 7pm

At our Oct. 7 Sing N Celebrate, at 7 PM, our theme will be John 3:16, and Gods great big love for children will be presented in this special time of worship. Pender children, ranging in age from primarily third grade through the sixth grade, will participate in several different ways, as they represent different portions of our featured scripture. Once again, the Wesley Choir will sing, the SNC Praise Band will lead us in joyful praise to our Lord, and Pastor Kenny will have a message for the children. Heres hoping you will be able to save this date and show your support for the children of our church in the form of your attendance! We also hope you will bring your children, so that they can be a part of this celebration!
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There will be a parent meeting Sunday, September 16 at 7:00 pm in the fellowship hall to meet and discuss upcoming events. We finally have a date for the pumpkins! They will arrive at 4:00 pm Friday, October 12. The Pumpkin Patch will be open for business starting Saturday, October 13 from 11:00 - 7:00.

Ways to Serve
Do all the good you can, in all the ways you can, to all the souls you can, in every place you can, at all the times you can, with all the zeal you can, as long as ever you can. -John Wesley

Pender ReGift Thrift

Tell your friends about our Pender ReGift Thrift Store ministry! Please lend an hour or two of your time sorting, organizing, arranging, or moving items around the warehouse and thrift store. Hours: 11-7 Mon, Tue, Thur and 10-6 Fri & Sat. If you are interested in volunteering, or are called to serve as a Volunteer Coordinator, Salesperson, or can assist in Advertising please fill out the Connection Card or contact Dave Cacner directly at dcacner@verizon.net.

Friday and Saturday, Oct. 12 and 13 The Art of Marriage at Pender!

Marriage is more than a science; its an art. And like any art form, requires an investment of time, focused study and the right tools. If you need to soften some of the edges in your relationship, or want to brighten the landscape of your marriage, The Art of Marriage is for you. Youll experience Gods design for marriage from expert teachers and humorous vignettes. Youll graduate in a few hours better educated about your marriage, your spouse and yourself. Come learn what a great marriage is really about! Registration forms are available in the Church Narthex or you can sign up online at www.penderchurch.org/marriage.

Sunday School Substitute Teachers Needed!

Great news We have been blessed by filling all of our lead and assistant Sunday School teaching positions for this school year. Now all we need are some more substitue teachers and assistants to fill in when needed. Please contact Tim and Carolyn Fink if you are interested in serving in the Sunday School program this Fall. You can reach them via email at tefink1@verizon.net. Thank you for your service!

Family and Childrens Events The American Heritage Girls

Do you have a girl aged 5 - 18? Come learn more about American Heritage Girls! We are the sister organization to the Boy Scouts, providing girls with a breadth of opportunities in a Christian environment. Visit www.ahgonline.org for more information. AHG Kickoff Meeting: Monday, Sept. 10th, 2012 6:15 7:45pm at Pender. Your girl will have a chance to see what troop meetings are like, learn about our troop, and have fun! Parents will also learn about the troop that night. Please RSVP to Cherie Kronimus at ahg1907@gmail.com or 703-815-6197. On Saturday October 6 , help Dan and Bekah Elmore get their church in the Charlottesville area ready for its initial kick-off service! The church needs some tender loving care with landscaping, painting and some possible fence work. No prior work experience is necessary, just a loving heart and a willingness to serve. Be a part of the team! Sign up to help at the Sign Up Center in the Narthex, or email JD Lanier at jdsnlanier@verizon.net or phone 703 378-7377. JD will send out more information as it becomes available.
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Military Ministry
On Wednesday, Oct 17th, Kay Creel will be volunteering at a local Stand Down event for military service veterans who may be homeless or experiencing difficulties due to disability, low income or lack of employment. In the Narthex in September please look for a list of clothing items that are needed to help our veterans keep warm this winter. Items will be needed by Sunday, Oct. 7th. For information, please contact Kay Creel at KFinlawCreel@verizon.net.

Turning Point Penders Youth Group

Join us for our kick off on Sunday, September 9th with games and a cookout from 6:30 8:30 pm. Hamburgers and hot dogs provided; bring a side dish to share. We welcome all youth 7th through 12th grade!