Whitnel United Methodist Church1373 Delwood Drive S.W. ~ Lenoir, NC 28645

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Lori Anne BowenOffice Hours: As Needed ~ 8am – 9pm (Sat – Thurs)

828-572-0304 (home) 828-758-1658 (office)828-292-2534 (cell)-best for

emergencies2633 Clarks Chapel Rd., Lenoir

lbowen@wnccumc.net

Peter BrownOffice Hours: As Needed ~

8am – 9pm (Sun - Fri)828-221-7900

Gamewell UMC: 2897 Morganton Blvd. SW, Lenoir

pbrown@wnccumc.net

Parish Websites: www.foothillscooperativeparish.com

www.colliersumc.orgwww.gamewellumc.com

Parish Email for Newsletter Items (Amy Dunlap):ourfcpnews@gmail.com

WUMC Bulletin & Parish Calendar Items: (Claricea Mitchell)clmitchell@caldwellschools.com

Regular Calendar DatesSundays Worship @ 9:30am Sunday School Classes 10:40 – 11:20 Youth from 5-7:00pm (Youth House)Mondays CubScouts @ 6:30pm (Scout Center)Tuesdays Scout Troop @ 6:30pm (Scout Center)Thursdays Silver Sneakers @ 10:00am (Trinity UMC) Life Studies @ 6:30pm (GUMC Parsonage) Free Community Meal every 2nd Wed. @ 6:00 at Whitnel (Sept-June)Wednesday Meal & Bible Study every 4th Wed. @ 6:00 at Colliers Church Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Sundays @ 8:00am

* * * * * *Children’s Sermon Leaders

Mar 25 Judy Cline Apr. 1 Claricea MitchellApr. 8 Kathy Sigmon Apr. 15 Lori Anne Bowen

Foothills Cooperative Parish

Whitnel United Methodist Church

March 18, 2018The Fifth Sunday in Lent

A Place of Healing, Hospitality and Hope

Entrance Greeting and Announcements Entrance of the Light of Christ *Invocation*Hymn of Praise: “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” p. 133*Psalter “Psalm 51: 1-12” p. 785*Affirmation of Faith: The Apostle’s Creed p. 881

Proclamation Time for Children Rev. Brown Lenten Candle Extinguishing

During this time of Lenten preparation, we think of those who turned away from the light of Jesus. And we remember that we, too, turn away. The Pharisees fancied themselves as modern, up-to-date thinkers. But they so enjoyed the power they possessed; they were unable to recognize the power of God in Jesus. We are people of power. We each consume ten times more of the earth's resources than do other global citizens. Our power often blinds us to the simple power of Jesus' love for all creation and all people. We extinguish the fifth candle, fearful that our own powerful status will close our eyes and hearts to the light of Jesus.

AnthemScripture Reading for Today

Mark 1: 9-15 (NRSV)9 In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. 11 And a voice came from heaven, “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.” 12 And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the

wilderness. 13 He was in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan; and he was with the wild beasts; and the angels waited on him.14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, 15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.”

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Our Church Prays For…Our mission to serve like Christ, Trilla Annas, Brenda Wallace, Jim & Barbara Evans, Dottie McGalliard, John Thomas, Dean Sigmon, Darrel Roseman, Robin McRary, Elsie Livingston & Family, Jan & Bobbie Prestwood, Charles Van Dyke, Ophelia Stallings, Jeff & Kim Drakeford, Parish Children & Youth, Parish College Students, Frank Effler, Trilla’s neice, Annie Church, Tammy Milhorn, Kim McGalliard, Michael Prestwood, Aaron Laws, Mary Lowery, Lisa Miller, Glen Byrd, Glenda Johnson, Mrs. Pat Keefer, Rev. Jackie Taylor, Horace Eller, David Dyson, Richard Cline, Jr., Brent Swanson, Tony Parlier, Susan Foster, Sgt. Kelsey Michele Owens, Carter Williams, Jerry Johnson, Sandra Kirby, Carolyn Hampton, Our absent members, Donna Bryan, Caldwell County Schools staff and students, Lisa CrouchHOMEBOUND: Mary Lou Klutz, Pat Keefer, Ruth Prestwood Agnes Norman, Kathy DavisGATEWAY: Juanita SidesKingston Residence of Hickory: Helen Kincaid

Calendar of Upcoming EventsTODAY Youth Meeting 5:00pm19 5 Means of Grace Bible Study @ WUMC 2:00pm 5 Means of Grace Bible Study @ Colliers 6:30pm22 Life Study with Pastor Peter 6:30pm24 Red Cross Blood Drive @ GUMC 10am – 2:30pm Contact Peggy Throneburg or Maddie Brown to sign-up!

HOLY WEEK SERVICES25 Whitnel Palm Sunday Service (Jim Evans) 7:00pm26 New Covenant Holy Monday Service (Peter Brown) 7:00pm27 Colliers Holy Tuesday Service (Charlie Rivens) 7:00pm29 Gamewell Maundy Thursday Service (Caren Morgan)7:00pm

30 Mt. Hermon Good Friday Service (Uiyeon Kim) 7:00pm

Attendance & Gifts3/11/18 Attendance: 33 $845.00 In memory of Mary Grice Still by Joe & Rebecca Prestwood General In memory of Mary Grice Still by Laurie Johnson General In memory of Mary Grice Still by Mark & September Stallings General In memory of Archie Stallings by Mark & September Stallings General In honor of Amelia Stallings Birthday! By Mark & September Stallings General In memory of Charles Wallace by Brenda Wallace BackPack

2 Corinthians 12: 7b-10 (NRSV)

7 even considering the exceptional character of the revelations. Therefore, to keep me from being too elated, a thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me, to keep me from being too elated. 8 Three times I appealed to the Lord about this, that it would leave me, 9 but he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. 10 Therefore I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities for the sake of Christ; for whenever I am weak, then I am strong.

The Word of God for the People of GodThanks Be to God!

Sermon: “Finding Comfort in Our Time of Need” Rev. Peter Brown

Response to the Word Prayers of the People (Joys and Concerns) / Lords’ Prayer Presentation of Ushers ~ Offering Prayer ~ Offertory *Doxology p. 95

Sending Forth*Hymn of Dedication: "Be Still My Soul” p. 534

(The altar is open if anyone would like to come forward to pray.)

*Benediction

Going Forth*Postlude *You are invited to stand as you are able. See an Usher for hearing device if you need assistance hearing.

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March Birthdays & Anniversaries

17 Haley Mikeal 18 Paul MerkwaAdam & Melissa Johnson

24 Allie Triplett 28 Holden Johnson29 Amelia Stallings 31 Emily Mikeal

Senior NewsBaked Spaghetti Dinner for Parish Senior Citizens ONLY @ Whitnel UMC hosted by the Parish Youth. Come join in dinner, music and conversation with the Youth. 5:00-6:30pm Sunday, April 8th.

FITNESS ROOM OPEN 9:00-5:00 DAILY @ Caldwell Senior Center. When it is too cold to get outside for exercise, come take advantage of our fitness room. It is equipped with a treadmill, Cardio Glide, recumbent and stationary bikes, weight machine and more. We ask that everyone has orientation on the use of the machines before beginning, and we also need an information form and liability waiver signed. Call 758-2883 for more information or to arrange for orientation.

Youth News

March1st -25th Easter Fern Sale Fundraiser (see insert)18 Hospital Bag Delivery Trip25 Holy Week Service Together at Whitnel UMC26th – April 27th Collecting items for

Yard Sale & Silent Auction31st 11am-1pm Help w/ Colliers Easter Egg Hunt/Party

April1st – 27th Collecting items for Yard Sale & Silent Auction28th Yard Sale & Silent Auction Bidding 7am – 2pm29th Silent Auction Pick-up at Noon

Our youth are selling FERNS for Easter. Fern (hanging baskets) can be purchased “in honor of” or “in memory of” a loved one. Memorials and honorariums will be listed in a special bulletin insert for Easter Sunday. We will use the ferns that are purchased to decorate the sanctuary during the Easter worship service. They may be picked up following the worship service on Easter Sunday.

We are asking for a minimum donation of $ 17.00 donation for each fern purchased. Please complete order forms and place it in the Youth box up front, or return to the pastor. Order forms are also located in the Narthex. All orders and donations need to be returned by Sunday, March 25th.

In lieu of purchasing a fern, you may make a donation in memory or in honor of a loved one for the bulletin insert only.

Please make all checks payable to FCP Youth(write FERN in the memo section).

Your donation will help fund the 2017 Parish VBS, which will

be partially planned and lead by Parish Youth.

The Youth appreciate your support as they learn how to become good leaders, good role models for others and

good stewards of their love and God-given talents.

Easter FERN Order Form

I would like to order __________ ferns.

In honor of: ______________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In honor of: ______________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In honor of: ______________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In memory of: __________________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In memory of: __________________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In memory of: __________________________________

Given By: _________________________________

Our youth are selling FERNS for Easter. Fern (hanging baskets) can be purchased “in honor of” or “in memory of” a loved one. Memorials and honorariums will be listed in a special bulletin insert for Easter Sunday. We will use the ferns that are purchased to decorate the sanctuary during the Easter worship service. They may be picked up following the worship service on Easter Sunday.

We are asking for a minimum donation of $ 17.00 donation for each fern purchased. Please complete order forms and place it in the Youth box up front, or return to the pastor. Order forms are also located in the Narthex. All orders and donations need to be returned by Sunday, March 25th.

In lieu of purchasing a fern, you may make a donation in memory or in honor of a loved one for the bulletin insert only.

Please make all checks payable to FCP Youth(write FERN in the memo section).

Your donation will help fund the 2017 Parish VBS, which will

be partially planned and lead by Parish Youth.

The Youth appreciate your support as they learn how to become good leaders, good role models for others and

good stewards of their love and God-given talents.

Easter FERN Order Form

I would like to order __________ ferns.

In honor of: ______________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In honor of: ______________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In honor of: ______________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In memory of: __________________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In memory of: __________________________________

Given By: _________________________________

In memory of: __________________________________

Given By: _________________________________

OVERVIEW & SUMMARY: 2011-20181. Number of Cases and Children Served

174 to 231 cases annually; almost 1400 served since opening

2. Cases Based on GenderFemale to Male: 2011 57% to 43% Currently 70% to 30%

3. Program Services Forensic Interviews by trained pediatric interviewers from

law enforcement, DSS, and Robin’s Nest Medical Evaluations using the Chapel Hill CMEP protocol Therapy using trauma-focused model(s) approved as best

practice nationally; establishing linkages with new providers Child Advocacy serving the child and non-offending

caregivers, helping them take the journey from trauma to triumph and connecting them to support sources as needed

Case management and oversight using the Multi-Disciplinary Team model

Education and Prevention – coming soon!4. Funding Sources

56% Governor’s Crime Commission grants, other local and regional grants, & foundations

Medicaid is filed for therapy and medical evaluations when applicable; that’s 10% of received funding annually.

Robin’s Nest Fund-raising 19% (Swing into Spring & Golf Tournament)

Direct Public Support accounts for 15% and includes individual, church, organization gifts and external fundraisers, like Change 4 Children.

5. FUND-Raising Event Results$331,600 since we began in 2011

6. Change 4 Children – “External Partner” Initiative by Caldwell County Schools

From $4,674 to $30,500 in six years! Six-year Total Raised: $116,263.64!

2017 Caldwell County Schools’ “Change for Children” Data 25 school sites + Education Center 15 of 26 sites turned in $1,000 or more Of those 15 sites, 6 turned in $2,000 or more One of those sites reached $4,000! Total for 2017: $30,580.27

What will that money buy for traumatized children? One of these:1. At least 700 hours of trauma-focused therapy2. A community educator to promote AWARENESS & PREVENTION

PO Box 646Lenoir, NC 28645828-754-6262

3. 100 medical EvaluationsPlace “change” in the school jars of our children & youth. Claricea will take it to their school and turn it in on April 24th in their name in honor of their Whitnel Church family.

Robin’s Nest ~ Current Wish ListGift Cards

$10 Wal-Mart Gift Cards $10 Grocery Store Gift Cards (Fair Value, Food Lion)

Snacks Juice Boxes Individual Size Snack Packs – Chips, Cookies, Gummy Snacks,

Applesauce, Crackers, Little Debbie Cakes

General Supplies

Copy Paper 81/2 x 11 LysolPaper Towels K-cups for KeurigToilet Tissue 12oz Styrofoam Coffee CupsAir Freshener Spray Antibacterial Cleaning WipesLiquid antibacterial hand soap Antibacterial Spray CleanerHeavy Duty PAPER plates 13 Gallon Tall Kitchen Trash BagsPlastic Utensils – Forks, Knives, Spoons

Place “wish list” donations to Robin’s Nest in the wagon up front throughout the month of April.

Our Mission – “to pursue justice, provide hope and promote healing”

“There is no greater tragedy than to live a life plagued by the shattered hopes and dreams of a vandalized childhood.”

OVERVIEW & SUMMARY: 2011-20187. Number of Cases and Children Served

174 to 231 cases annually; almost 1400 served since opening

8. Cases Based on GenderFemale to Male: 2011 57% to 43% Currently 70% to 30%

9. Program Services Forensic Interviews by trained pediatric interviewers from

law enforcement, DSS, and Robin’s Nest Medical Evaluations using the Chapel Hill CMEP protocol Therapy using trauma-focused model(s) approved as best

practice nationally; establishing linkages with new providers Child Advocacy serving the child and non-offending

caregivers, helping them take the journey from trauma to triumph and connecting them to support sources as needed

Case management and oversight using the Multi-Disciplinary Team model

Education and Prevention – coming soon!10. Funding Sources

56% Governor’s Crime Commission grants, other local and regional grants, & foundations

Medicaid is filed for therapy and medical evaluations when applicable; that’s 10% of received funding annually.

Robin’s Nest Fund-raising 19% (Swing into Spring & Golf Tournament)

Direct Public Support accounts for 15% and includes individual, church, organization gifts and external fundraisers, like Change 4 Children.

11. FUND-Raising Event Results$331,600 since we began in 2011

12. Change 4 Children – “External Partner” Initiative by Caldwell County Schools

From $4,674 to $30,500 in six years! Six-year Total Raised: $116,263.64!

2017 Caldwell County Schools’ “Change for Children” Data 25 school sites + Education Center 15 of 26 sites turned in $1,000 or more Of those 15 sites, 6 turned in $2,000 or more One of those sites reached $4,000! Total for 2017: $30,580.27

What will that money buy for traumatized children? One of these:4. At least 700 hours of trauma-focused therapy5. A community educator to promote AWARENESS & PREVENTION

PO Box 646Lenoir, NC 28645828-754-6262

6. 100 medical EvaluationsPlace “change” in the school jars of our children & youth. Claricea will take it to their school and turn it in on April 24th in their name in honor of their Whitnel Church family.

Robin’s Nest ~ Current Wish ListGift Cards

$10 Wal-Mart Gift Cards $10 Grocery Store Gift Cards (Fair Value, Food Lion)

Snacks Juice Boxes Individual Size Snack Packs – Chips, Cookies, Gummy Snacks,

Applesauce, Crackers, Little Debbie Cakes

General Supplies

Copy Paper 81/2 x 11 LysolPaper Towels K-cups for KeurigToilet Tissue 12oz Styrofoam Coffee CupsAir Freshener Spray Antibacterial Cleaning WipesLiquid antibacterial hand soap Antibacterial Spray CleanerHeavy Duty PAPER plates 13 Gallon Tall Kitchen Trash BagsPlastic Utensils – Forks, Knives, Spoons

Place “wish list” donations to Robin’s Nest in the wagon up front throughout the month of April.

Our Mission – “to pursue justice, provide hope and promote healing”

“There is no greater tragedy than to live a life plagued by the shattered hopes and dreams of a vandalized childhood.”