Oakdale Emory - United Methodist Church
Our Mission: "To make and empower disciples for Jesus Christ"|
WEEKLY MESSENGER May 11, 2008 Pentecost/Mother’s Day Sermon: The Promise, The Power, The Purpose Amy Cole, Pastor of Adult Ministries 8:30 a.m. Music led by the Worship Band 10:00 a.m. Music led by the Cherub Choir, Singing Seraphim, Sanctuary Choir and Organ 11:30 a.m. Music led by the Cherub Choir, Singing Seraphim, Sanctuary Choir and Organ SERMONS NOW ONLINE Previous weeks’ sermons can be played or downloaded from our Web site |
Click for direct link · Moments for Moms (evening group) · Flowers and Steeple Lighting · Intergenerational Inspiration Note to those with AOL accounts: The links above may take you to a spot directly above the item that you wish to read. Simply scroll down a line or two to read the text. Unfortunately, the spacing and fonts in AOL may also be different from the original document created in Microsoft Word. Communications Director ajordan@oeumc.org |
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Last Thursday evening, I backed into a parked car in a local shopping center. The damage to both vehicles was minor—a cracked tail light and scrapes on the bumpers. The owner was not present and I admit to being briefly tempted to just drive away. No one appeared to have seen what happened—except, of course, God knew. So I left my name and phone number on the windshield and went home to wait for a call. “My conscience will not reproach me as long as I live.” Job 27:6 It came around 7:00. The first thing Louise said was how surprised and appreciative she was that I had left a note. I provided details, we exchanged insurance information and before we hung up, Louise said, “Thank you!” two more times. That’s not what you expect to hear when you’ve hit someone’s car, but I think perhaps Louise was blessed by knowing that there are still people in the world (in Olney!) who do the right thing, even when they know it will cost them something. And I actually came away feeling used by God in the life of another person—a stranger, no less. “And we know that in all things God works together with those who love him to bring about what is good.” Romans 8:28 Anne Jordan Communications Director P.S. Pray that my honesty will include telling my son what happened to his car when he comes home from college next week. I’m thinking he’s not likely to thank me. |
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Join us this evening (Thursday, May 8) at 7:00 p.m. for Celebrate Recovery. This ministry offers people the opportunity to worship and participate in a group fellowship where love and hope combine with God’s purpose to mend our lives of hurts, habits and hang-ups. It is a time to grow from self-reliance to faith in (and dependence on) Christ.
Ask yourself:
If you answered “yes” to any of these statements, then we urge you to attend Celebrate Recovery. Celebrate Recovery maintains strict confidentiality. This promotes an atmosphere of trust, facilitates growth and enables recovery. Who is in the meeting and what is said in the meeting, stays in the meeting. See you tonight at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel. |
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SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR VBS: PLEASE HELP!!!!!! VBS can't happen if the things listed below don't get donated! All of these items are needed to make our VBS a success! So please find something on the list that you are willing to purchase, donate or let us borrow. Then call Kalie Riordan at 301-260-8855, and let her know she can stop worrying about it! Thanks in advance for you generous donations!!! 300 water bottles, empty with tops and labels removed 8 Dawn dish soaps 500 each white, blue, light-blue balloons 4 each rope lights – purple, green Air horn Old pool noodles, as many as possible Large appliance boxes 4 packages of deer netting (Home Depot) Cardboard - large sheets Neon poster board packet Blue and white Christmas lights 4 rolls of caution tape Large bottles of Tempra paint in NEON pink, blue, orange, green, yellow Black Tempra paint 20 large Styrofoam balls 4 cans of sliver spray paint 100 glow sticks 8 spray bottles 1,500 snack-size paper plates 2,000 napkins 2,500 paper cups 15 6-packs of grape soda 10 boxes of Ritz crackers 4 2-liter bottles of Diet Coke 4 rolls of Mentoes 4 gallons of distilled water 10 large bubble wands 5 jumbo bags of Skittles 8 tubs of frosting-many colors 15 bags of orange gummy slices 10 containers of Cool Whip 25 cans of Cheese Whiz 5 rolls of clear packing tape 2,000 red dot stickers 5 boxes of plain instant oatmeal 4 old blue towels 5 rolls of red streamers 5 rolls of orange streamers 250 name tag stickers 24 1lb. boxes of corn starch Potted plastic greenery 2 large containers of silver glitter |
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THIS FRIDAY! TIME-STARVED MARRIAGE CLASS
- Dispel the two lies every time-starved couple believes. - Maximize the minutes that matter most in your marriage. - Recoup the time you’ve been leaving on the table. - Understand why “loving on borrowed time” is lethal. Discover how to “get a grip on the time of your life.” Your Time-Starved Marriage gives you tools to feed your time-starved relationship, maximizing the moments you have together and enjoying them more than you ever imagined. Class begins Friday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Assembly Area of Emory Hall. Led by Katie and Dave Young. Reserve your spot by contacting |
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Who can resist babies’ chubby cheeks, wide eyes and toothless grins? The Nursery is in need of more loving arms to hold infants at all three services. We must have at least two adults in the Nursery at each service, in addition to teen helpers. The Nursery cares for children under the age of two, so there are plenty of opportunities for playing with little ones as well. Any amount of time that you can devote to this ministry would be appreciated. Contact: |
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eMpower Sunday School for grades K-5 will meet during the 10:00 service throughout the summer. But during July and August, we want to give our amazing small-group leaders a much-deserved rest. So we are looking for adults to help with small groups for about 30 minutes on two consecutive Sundays. No advance preparation is needed; the lessons and material are ready for you. Just come 15 minutes early for a quick briefing. Contact: |
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Twenty children were sponsored through Compassion International during the two Joyful Noise! concerts in April. But there are many children still waiting to be sponsored. The cost is $32 per month (tax deductible), which provides children in poverty with education, health and recreation programs, as well as the opportunity to learn about Jesus. Please stop by the Joyful Noise! table in Brigham Hall between services, or call Becki Price, 301-774-2582. |
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Everyone is invited on Friday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary for the annual Dependent Live! concert. Dependent is Oakdale Emory’s Youth praise band, which plays weekly for youth worship. Don’t want to miss this awesome night of rockin’ out and praising Jesus! |
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The newest feature on OEUMC’s Web site is a place for people to share their “God Moments”—those times when the presence, power, love or faithfulness of the Living God is revealed in our “ordinary” lives. Go to www.oeumc.org, click on Community, then click on God Moments. If you haven’t looked at our Web site lately, you will find lots of new information, including an updated calendar of activities. |
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If you are interested in serving with OEUMC’s Adults in Mission team in |
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United Methodist Women are planning a trip on October 16, 2008, to |
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Join Blake Wood—a missionary in the Middle East whom Oakdale Emory supports and also the son of OE members Delmas and Jody Wood—on a trip to Israel, Jordan and Egypt from December 3-17, 2008. For more information, contact Outreach Pastor |
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SPANISH LANGUAGE WORSHIP WORSHIP TECH TEAM The tech team for the Sunday morning services needs more people to help create and run MediaShout scripts that control displays on the screen, operate cameras, and produce Moments for Ministry presentations. Training will be provided. Contact: Worship Pastor CHURCH DIRECTORY A new church directory is coming soon. If you are interested in helping with the planning process—phone calls and layout—please contact Susan Hoopes, 301-924-1065, sbhoopes@comcast.net. COFFEE HOUR Oakdale Emory consumes 100 dozen cookies every Sunday morning! Please consider signing up to host the fellowship time between services in the coming weeks. You can sign up on the calendar in the hallway near the Main Office or contact Joyce Meedan, 301-929-3264. |
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Join the P.E.P. team! We’re looking for volunteers – third grade to adult – to be part of our puppet ministry, which shares the Good News of Jesus through skits and songs. This team performs every few months for the preschool, eMpower Sunday School, worship services and on the road. Join us as a puppeteer, sound technician, set designer, etc. Rehearsals are from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. each Sunday in Room 201 in Emory Hall. Contact |
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Please consider signing up to dedicate Sanctuary Flowers or the Steeple Lighting for one week in honor, memory, celebration or appreciation of a special person or event. The cost of flowers is $38; steeple lighting is $25. Sign up on the calendar in the hallway next to the Main Office or call the office, 301-774-2030. |
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EVERY MONDAY & FRIDAY! FIT FOR DUTY “Honor God with your body.” –1 Corinthians 6:20 Oakdale Emory’s free health and fitness ministry will launch an “Early-Bird Boot Camp” exercise program on Friday mornings at 6 a.m. beginning April 4—rain or shine. Contact Circuit Training has already begun in The Refuge every Monday from 5-7pm. Everyone is welcome to participate in this awesome workout to music that praises God. First-timers must make an appointment to fill out forms and receive instruction on the equipment. Contact: Joanna Starling, 301-774-3876, jstarling.franklin@gmail.com Equipment Needed: Fit for Duty is growing so fast we are in need of a few items that will better “equip” those coming to the circuit training. If you have any of the following items collecting dust around your home, please allow them to bless this new ministry. You can bring them to
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On Sunday, June 1, we will have a slide presentation honoring all of our Class of 2008 graduates—high school, college, doctorate, trade school, etc. To submit a photo of your graduate—formal or informal—send a digital photo in .jpg format to nhaggis@oeumc.org or bring a photo to the church office. Include: student’s name and the school they are graduating from. If they are going on for higher education or into the military, please include where they will be in the fall. Photos will be returned—put your name and contact information on the envelope. The last date of submission will be May 27. No exceptions. |
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A new group for women of all ages will be forming in the near future. We hope to form closer relationships to share our lives with each other as true Christian sisters of Christ. We welcome your ideas! Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we continue to pray and work together to honor our Savior. You may get in touch with RaeAnn Conrad, 301-466-6045, or Terri Rohr, 301-598-2757. Blessings to all! |
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Servicios en Español is held on Sundays at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Contact the church office, 301-774-2030, ext. 40, or |
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“Because God cares, He sent me to care for you.” –Jim Hitchcock Oakdale Emory’s Pastoral Visitation Team (PVT) members want you to know that they are available in times of need. The key to activating OE’s emergency notification system is calling the church number, 301-774-2030. Leave word with the secretary or, in the evening or on weekends, you will hear prompts for how you may leave a message that will immediately get to a member of the team. Remember….. PVT Key 301-774-2030 |
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Did you know we have Shepherds in our congregation? Their “flocks” are our new members. Each shepherd is given a new member to guide into Oakdale’s fellowship, ministries, Bible studies, and the general life of the church. With many new people joining, more shepherds are needed. If you are interested in this ministry, contact Marti English, 301-774-7328, TRLPRO@aol.com. |
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Help the Sunday School support the House of Hope Maryland project by recycling your empty computer printer cartridges. The mission of House of Hope is to offer healing, and Christ-centered solutions to troubled teens by providing structured education, Christian counseling, and spiritual guidance. When we send in cartridges, the recycling center sends us cash, which will help us achieve our goal of establishing a residential facility. There are two ways to help: You can send in the cartridges directly. Stop by the office and pick up several postage-paid bags. Add 2 to 3 cartridges to the bag, send off and we will continue to receive the funds to help House of Hope. Or you can bring cartridges to church and place them in the white boxes in Brigham Hall and near the Sunday School desk. We hope all will pitch in to help! |