June 2017 Monthly Newsletter of Oak Ridge United Methodist Church

Our new pastors (Andy & Christi) are eager to

arrive in July to begin ministry with you. They

have every reason to be excited. You are an

amazing faith community! I had known you to

be that by reputation but I am discovering that

first hand as your interim pastor.

Working with our extraordinary staff, I have

been so impressed by their passion for ministry

as well as their competency. Couple that with

your high capacity Lay Leadership and you have

the combination that leads to believing our very

best years are ahead.

Speaking of things ahead, we have VBS just

ahead beginning June 11 (nighttime VBS) and

June 12 (daytime VBS). Preparations are well

underway to make this a high impact week for all

our children and those who will visit us for the

first time through VBS.

I want to say thank you in advance to all of our

adults who have agreed to serve in this vital

ministry to children and their families. It is a

worthy investment of your time, presence and

effort. You are in a unique position to bless a

child, encourage them and help them to

experience Jesus through your care, teaching and

hospitality. Please do not undervalue your

potential impact.

I can still remember adults from the VBS

experiences I had as a kid that affirmed me,

sometimes corrected me and always wanted the

best for me.

I thank God for them and I thank God for you as

you offer yourselves in this God honoring

ministry.

Blessings,

Pastor Ken

From the Lyon’s Den

Preschool VBS is for age 3-5 years and Elementary VBS is for Kindergarten – grade

Use the Maker Fun Factory registration form found on the website and in the church lobbies

Older youth, 6th– 9th grade, will participate in VBS for Youth; Youth Grade 10th – 12th may assist in VBS

Use the GoMAD registration form for youth in 6th - 9th grade. This form is available at church.

A Nursery (2-yrs old and younger) is provided for parent volunteers and participants of our adult classes.

Turn your registration forms into the church office or mail to :

2424 Oak Ridge Rd, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 Email to : dana.hanlon@oakridgeumc.org

Friday, June 16, is the Church Family Fish Fry

All Are Invited!

General Information

If you can provide any of these items, please

bring them to the church office marked for VBS.

6 - 5 gal. buckets

Scotch tape, rolls with dispenser attached

(need 12)

Wet Wipes (plastic re-closable bags style)

Paper 12oz cups (need 800)

Washable Markers (6/24 ct)

2 small plastic kiddie pools

Fabric scraps (roughly cut in 12 inch

squares)

Painter Tape (green and blue colors) 6 rolls

1” or 2” inch wide

Kid sized umbrellas (4) may be old and not in perfect shape!

12 - 1 gal buckets

Large Skeen, various colors

Duct Tape (3 large rolls)

Plastic 16 oz cups (Solo)

Dixie cups 3oz (600 ct)

ennis Balls (24 inexpensive)

Donations Needed

We are in need of a few

more folks to join the Team!

Crew Leaders are needed for

Pre-school and Elementary children

If you have one day or all five days

available, please contact Dana Hanlon at

dana.hanlon@oakridgeumc.org.

Remember, the times are

June 11 – June 15, from 6:15pm – 8:45pm.

JOIN US TODAY!

Volunteers Needed

VBS: Maker Fun Factory

June 11-16, 2017 6:15 – 8:45pm, Sunday - Friday

First Friday Meals at Potter House

Special thanks to all those who helped out with

serving on First Friday so far this year. This year

we’ve had a homeschool class directed by Cristina

Voorheis, a dance team headed up by Jennifer

Williams, the PTFC 01 boys soccer team,

American Heritage Girls lead by Rhonda Lamb and

recently we had a big group of individuals come

together to help serve. We have some volunteers

that often provide food (Sheila Gallow, Leslie Hall,

Cristina Voorheis and Jennifer Williams step up

any time we need help). Food Lion in Stokesdale

gave us a fabulous deal on chicken a couple months

ago. In the coming months, we have Susan Nestor

leading in June and we typically provide just the

food for July since it’s near a holiday weekend.

ORWS will be serving in August. They have been

helping every year for at least 12 years. We do

have a couple fall openings if you have a group that

wants to help out on a first Friday. Contact Alison

Huber at 336-382-0695

or Alison.Huber@Sprint.com.

To the Children’s Ministry Team, Outreach

Team, Church Staff, American Heritage

Girls and all of you who served and helped

to organize the 2017 Change the World Day

event, I celebrate each of you! Thank you

for sharing your donations, time and talents

with everyone here at Oak Ridge UMC and

in our community! Thank you for sharing

your love for Christ with us through your

actions. Small actions from lots of people

with God’s grace can equal big changes for

those who serve and are served. Continue

to let your bright lights shine! I pray that

God will continue to bind us together in this

ever changing world. May we pray for His

guidance in discovering the needs of those

around us and also learn to listen for the

Holy Spirit’s gentle push in caring for them.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey

Change the World Service Day

Change the World Service Day

Computers and Your Eyes

Can looking at computer screens damage my eyes?

No. While complaints of eye fatigue and discomfort are common among computer users, these symptoms are not caused

by the computer screen itself. Computer screens give off little or no harmful radiation (such as x-rays or UV rays). All

levels of radiation from computer screens are below levels that can cause eye damage such as cataracts.

Can looking at a computer screen cause eyestrain?

Fatigue, dry eyes, bad lighting, or how you sit in front of the computer can cause eyestrain. Symptoms of eyestrain

include sore or irritated eyes and difficulty focusing. You may also have symptoms of eyestrain if you need glasses or a

change in your glasses.

What can I do to prevent eyestrain?

You can help prevent eyestrain by making changes to your computer workspace and by visiting your eye doctor. Here

are a few suggestions on how to make your workspace more comfortable:

Place your screen 20 to 26 inches away from your eyes and a little bit below eye level.

Use a document holder placed next to your computer screen. It should be close enough so you don’t have to

swing your head back and forth or constantly change your eye focus.

Change your lighting to lower glare and harsh reflections. Glare filters over your computer screen can also

help.

Get a chair you can adjust.

Choose screens that can tilt and swivel. A keyboard that you can adjust is also helpful.

For more information on eye problems in adults, call Prevent Blindness America, 1-800-331-2020 or go to

www.preventblindness.org.

Submitted by Jerry Chance, RN

CALENDAR of CHURCH EVENTS for the month of JUNE

Thursday, June 1

10:00am Marvelous Moms (Off-Site)

Sunday, June 4

6:00pm The Ridge (FLC)

Tuesday, June 6

8:30am Uplift Bible Study (F202)

3:30pm Stephen Ministers (F219)

5:30pm Intentional Stewardship (D215)

6:30pm Board of Trustees (D215)

6:30pm Circle of Joy (Off-Site)

6:45pm Looking for Lovely for Youth (Off-Site)

7:00pm Stephen Ministers (F219)

7:00pm Ministry Table (F202)

Wednesday, June 7

9:00am Backpack Ministry (FLC Kitchen)

10:00am Senior Resources Luncheon (Cafe )

2:30pm Precious Memories (Sanctuary)

7:00pm Chancel Choir (Choir Room)

Thursday, June 8

8:30am Live Wires Annual Retreat (Off-Site)

10:00am Marvelous Moms (Off-Site)

Friday, June 9

5:00pm Weekday School Graduation

(Sanctuary)

Sunday, June 11

6:15pm VBS

Monday, June 12

3:00pm Mary Martha Circle (Off-Site)

6:15pm VBS

6:30pm Weekday School Advisory (F202)

7:00pm Reflections (Off-Site)

Tuesday, June 13

6:15pm VBS

7:00pm SPR Committee (D215)

Wednesday, June 14

9:00am Prayer Card Ministry Team (F202)

6:15pm VBS

7:00pm Chancel Choir (Choir Room)

Thursday, June 15

6:15pm VBS

Friday, June 16

6:15pm VBS Celebration & Libby Hill Fish Fry

Sunday, June 18

6:00pm The Ridge (FLC)

Monday, June 19

2:30pm Blood Drive (FLC)

6:30pm An Empty Chair (Off-Site)

6:30pm Kinetic Christians (Gym)

Tuesday, June 20

8:30am Uplift Bible Study (F202)

4:00pm Tea for Thee (Off-Site)

5:30pm Intentional Stewardship (D215)

7:00pm Liaison Committee (D215)

7:00pm Stephen Ministers (F219)

Wednesday, June 21

7:00pm Chancel Choir (Choir Room)

Thursday, June 22

10:00am Marvelous Moms (Off-Site)

7:00pm Stephen Ministers (F219)

Sunday, June 25

6:00pm The Ridge (FLC)

Monday, June 26

6:30pm Threads of Love (D202)

6:30pm Kinetic Christians (FLC)

7:00pm Reflections (Off-Site)

Tuesday, June 27

6:00pm Endowment Committee (D215)

7:00pm Finance Committee (D215)

7:00pm Tuesday Loose Cannons (Off-Site)

Wednesday, June 28

7:00pm Chancel Choir (Choir Room)

7:00pm Chrismon Ministry (D202)

Friday, June 30

1:00pm Copper Coins Off-Site)

Weekly Adult Recreational Opportunities

Zumba: Monday, 9:30am (FLC); Wednesday, 6:30pm (Fellowship Hall);

Thursday, 9:30am (FLC); Saturday, 10:15am (Fellowship Hall)

Line Dancing: Tuesday, 9:30am (FLC)

Yoga: Monday at 7:00pm (Cafe); Wed. at 9:00am (F219)

Please see the calendar on the church website for complete and up-to-date scheduling information.

Sound Techs 9:00 Service: 4 - Tony Beam 11 - Edward Jordan 18 - James Lee 25 - Austin Shelton 11:15 Service 4 - Todd Ring 11 - Jeff Hallman 18 - Jeff Linden 25 - Mark Covington ProPresenter 8:15 Service: 4 - Edward Jordan 11 - David & Elaine Jones 18 - Bev Wentz 25 - Lauren Phillips 9:00 Service: 4 - Tony Beam 11 - Edward Jordan 18 - James Lee 25 - Austin Shelton 11:15 Service: 4 - Benjamin Thomas Ring 11 - Victoria Hallman 18 - Will Linden 25 - Lauren Phillips Cameras 11:15 Service: 4 - DJ Shelton 11 - Jackson Hallman 18 - James Linden 25 - Ben Covington

Information Station 9:00 Service 4 - J. Christman 11 - J. Christman 18 - J. Christman 25 - J. Christman Guest Station 11:15 Service 4 - Susan Lane 11 - Nancy Meyers 18 - Lynda Williams 25 - Vickie Barts Children’s Sermon 11:15 Service: 11 - na 18 - na 25 - na Financial Workers 4 - P. Hogan & A. Fahnestock 11 - L. Gardner & J. Robinson 18 - S. Gallow & M.E. Florence 25 - J. Osborne & L. Zeyfang

Ushers 8:15 Service: 4 - Bev & Sydney Wentz 11 - Mike & Carole Simpson 18 - Gordon & Casandra Thacker 25 Glenn & Elizabeth McKee 9:00 Service: 4 - Mallard, Matherlys, Prossers 11 -Mallard, Hogans, Sullivans 18 Baileys ,Marshburn, Cox 25 - Mallard, Halls, Grose 11:15 Service: na Acolytes 8:30 Service: 4 - Charley Gaines 11 - Lillian Wiener 18 - Amanda Lane 25 - Grace Andronica 11:15 Service: 4 - Liam Barnes 11 - A. Miller & R. Albrecht 18 - Jane & Julia Little 25 - Elle Golding & G. VanWert Altar Guild Cathey Prince

Door Greeters 8:30 Service 4 - Mike & Debbie Brooks 11 - Carolyn Brown 18 - Mary Causey 25 - Dan & Jerry Chance 9:00 Service (Main Entrance) 4 - Linda Comerford 11 - Cotina Cox 18 - Kevin & Kim Derby 25 - Gail Fritz 11:15 Service: 4 - Bill & Lynn Toth 11 - Andrew & Sally Wiener 18 - na 25 - na

Worship Volunteers for June

Oak Ridge UMC

2424 Oak Ridge Road

Oak Ridge, NC 27310