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W ithin this October publicationof the Lamplighter, we willcelebrate, acknowledge, andhighlight the administrative and spiritualstructure of St. James UMC.

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Nomination Committee as

reported since the last conferenceinclude: Bro. Jerry Nixon, SistersMargaret Nixon, Marilyn Roseboro,Hattie Roseboro, Sheila Thompson,Rosie Thompson and Pastor L.Learson.

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Are you a participant in the life of yourchurch or a comfortable observer?

All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children . Isaiah 54:13

You can choose to be electeselected or volunteer?

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St James UMC Lamplighter

God Is:1. God of Gods and Lord of Lords!2. Awesome!3. My joy and the strength of my life!4. My Salvation.5. For Us!6. Good!7. Faithful!8. Real!9. Love!10. A consuming fire, a jealous God.11. Deserving of my praise and worship!12. Merciful.13. My refuge!14. Living and active.15. Omnipresent!16. Omnipotent!17. My help in a time of trouble!18. My salvation.19. My strength.20. My comforter!21. My Healer22. My fortress.23. My provider.24. My teacher!25. Lover of my soul!26. My Joy!27. My Companion.28. Cannot be mocked.29. ot a God of disorder but of peace!30. Not a matter of talk but of Power!31. NOT DEAD!!!32. My all and all.33. ot the author of confusion.34. The same yesterday, today and forever.35. The strength of my life!

36. The Universe.37. The Gospel.39. The Word.40. The Potter.41. The only Judge!42. The LIGHT!43. In control.44. In the details.45. In His Holy temple.46. Removes all sin, misery and Strife.47. MY ALL and ALL!48. My refuge.49. My rock!50. My Anchor!51. My Provider!52. My Everything!53. My Savior.54. Truly Able.55. In all Things with me!56. A promise that He will never leave me!57. A very present help in times of trouble58. More than enough.59. Everything you need.60. A friend when you are lonely.61. The one who gives me love when I need it the

most and deserve it the least. Given to me atgreat personal cost, Crucifixion of His only begot-ten Son, still forever committed to saving my soulwith His love and word.

62. My Creator63. Committed to my salvation! 64. ?

What God is asgreat as Our God?

Wh at is your choice? What would you select as the number one answer in this list? Whatis God to you? Can you add to the list? Will we get to more than one hundred state-ments of what God is to you, what He is others , to all mankind? Perhaps, together ,we can reach1000 answers. Write them down and return to me so we can share what God Is to the world. This is

just a beginning list. How quickly and how long can it become?

Our God Is List!


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Greetings St. James, By Marilyn Roseboro, Church Council Chair

Blessings and Greetings Church ,

This year I pray that we recognizeour goals of Making Disciples andof Extravagant Giving establishedas a conference goal from ourUMC Conference.

Each and every one of us have themakings of helping to make Disci-

ples of others. All we have to do is recognize our Godgiven gifts and use them for the up building of God'skingdom. Let others see the God in us.

The conference is calling each church to put in prac-

tice the concept of Extravagant giving. Although wemay want new buildings, furnishings and other items,how best can that money, our givings, be used?

Can our money be used for ministries of helps, in-stead? Or do we want to be like the world and be achurch of stuff? I pray each and everyone of us willsearch our hearts and decide that not only do weneed to show LOVE to each other, but we want toshow the world love with our Extravagant giving andthe developing and loving of all new disciples we bringinto the fold.

Notes from Admin Chairperson


The Great Commission By Bro. Jerry ixon, Lay Leader Chair Bible Study & Sunday School Teacher

God gave his disciples, Thegreat Commission, to go

therefore into all the worldand make disciples of all na-tions, baptizing them in thename of the Father, the sonand the Holy Spirit. Teach-ing them to observe every-thing I have commanded youand remember, I am with youalways.

This commission requires obedience from its membersto move these beyond to go outward into the commu-nity; letting your light shine before men in order thatthey may see your good work and glorify your Fatherin Heaven.

So let us use our God given gifts for the various minis-tries in our church and you can be placed in a positionwhere your gifts and passions will enhance our churchleadership. Telling those you encounter that they canhave what-so-ever that Jesus went to the cross on their

behalf and how they can now give to others. At StJames, your involvement is needed.

St James Informer MissionThe St James Informer is a monthly Newsletter

Ministry dedicated to reporting to the church bodynews of upcoming events and programs; current and

on-going activities; and historical news regarding eachauxiliary, individual, and the church as a whole, aswell as news with reference to our sister churches andthe community. Contact us to provide additional news& info for the newsletter by 2nd week of each month.

Co-editors: Betty C. Gwynn 225-610-9995 Sarah C .Johnson 704-966-0648

Inside this issue:

Church Administration 2

The Great Commission 2

Mission & Objective 3

People In Our Church 4

Church Conference Preparation 4

A Psalm for God Youth Activity

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Saint James is commissioned to be a community ofgrowing Christians seeking to know and carry outthe will of God.

By producing kingdom citizens through Worship,Prayer, Discipleship, Service and Evangelism.

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The upcoming Charge Conference is atime to measure the past performanceof our church and plan for the next

year. It is a time when the church needs totruly reflect on its mission as the body ofChrist.

Over the years I have noticed how the struc-ture of the church has changed, our church in

particular. Even with the changes, we as servants of Christ needto remain true to what being Christian really means.

As a small congregation here at St. James; we hold many differ-ent offices and many responsibilities. There was a time when we

had a congregation to fill these very important offices, but we nolonger have the manpower to fill all of these offices. But whatwe do have is a duty to stay close to the mission of Christ andhis church. That mission is to lead others to Christ and love oneanother.

Over the years there were many who attended the Charge Con-ferences with expectations of presenting our church as that bea-con on a hill. Through leadership and just plain telling it like itwas. No pretending, no building up more than what we had orwho we were.

As a small congregation we do our best to stay true to God andJesus by the way we strive to live our lives. I pray that God hon-ors that in us.

Charge Conference is a time to measure how we are doing as the body of Christ; my spirit says we are doing what God requires ofus. That is to: Lead others to Christ by hearing his word andloving one another.

Certain key decisions and actions of the local church can bemade only by the charge conference What more can we do?Maybe more, but are our efforts pleasing God and preparing usfor His kingdom.

---- Our Mission StatementOur Mission StatementOur Mission StatementOur Mission Statement - And by ministering to the spiritual , emotional,

intellectual and physical needs of our members aswell as our neighbors

Charge Conference, A Time to Evaluate our Performance! By Sis Sarah Johnson, Co Editor

otes from Our Worship Committee

By Sis Margaret Nixon

Matthew 25:2121 His master replied, Welldone, good and faithful servant!You have been faithful with afew things; I will put you incharge of many things. Comeand share your masters happi-ness!

As chairperson of worship, I offermany thanks to our church family for a job well done.Weve had a great 2013. Through prayer and dedica-tion, in 2014 we can do greater works for our Lord andSavior.

Many thanks to our pastor, to the choirs, ushers, layspeakers, communion stewards, acolytes, and the con-gregation at large. God has blessed St. James with tal-ents and we see they have been used for the glory ofour God.

Rev. Lynn Sorrells, District SuperintendentE-mail: [email protected]:704-865-3580

See the list of St James UM Church officers andcontact information on the last page of this newsletter.

Sis. Betty Gwynn

St James church members, its officers and AdminBd. should attend our annual charge conference.

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A Psalm of Praise to God for His Love

A Psalms for God! Oh ancient one, God of my forefathers,

the holy, and righteous one!What can I offer thee, but sincere praise, and adoration!

You who knew me from the beginning of time,Thou who knows all of my deepest fears and the number of my day

I can not fathom why one whom the angelic host attends,would desire my praise,

I am humbled by your love and grace,

Thou who has blessed me countless times, and spared my life,Thy countless mercies are to wonderful for me to comprehend,

Thou who loves me,and shields me from the destruction of my enemies,

Thou who guides me daily through seen and unseen dangers,Although death follows me as a shadow,

I walk in the light from thy divine countenance,Thou who has blessed the work of my hands,

Forgive me, a sinner, my salvation belongs to thee!I am unworthy of such a complete and matchless love.

Hear my prayer oh Lord, I praise thee!What can be given, when everything in creation belongs to thee?

Praise thee! Hosanna in the highest!All glory and honor to your name!

Only you are worthy of my love, praise, and obedience!

By Bro. Charles Moody

Ac cording to the Wikipe-dia dictionary, a psalm is

described as a: lyrical poem or

hymn of praise. The most wellknown psalms are those found inthe Old Testament section of theBible. Most biblical scholars,and historians attribute King Davidwith writing the majority of thesehymns or poems, but some chapterswere written by unknown writersas well. The actual book (Psalms)was completed around 460 BC. TheOld Testament Psalms in the KingJames' version of the Bible con-sists of 150 chapters. One of themost well known and used passagesin the Bible is from the 23rd chap-ter of Psalms.

Psalters are several passages ofPsalms usually paraphrased and in-tended to be sung. Some are bril-liantly illustrated, or painted in amedieval style. During the earlyages Psalters were very popular,because they were used toteach wealthy people to read. How-ever, nowadays they are used aspart of a worship service.

The book of Psalms is the chief hymnal of the Jewish peopleand some Christians. Nowadays, many of us (Christians) pray, orsing songs of praise, but rarely do we actually write about God's

goodness, and salvation. Maybe that's the secret formulathat our pastors, authors, and favorite gospel singers share?They write, and sing to the world unashamedly about God'sgrace, and love. After reading some of my favorite passagesfrom the wonderful book, I've attempted to write a Psalm frommy perspective about God's love!


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YOU are so impor-tant to the life of our churchsspiritual growth. YOU ,meaning, each person withinour congregation who havereceived Christ as your per-sonal savior. As Disciples,

WE are called to seek, wel-come, and nurture others intothe body of Christ . As spiritual leaders, our pri-mary focus should be to seek ministries which will

strengthen discipleship within our church and com-munity . Realizing WE cannot neglect the needs ofmembers within our own congregation; WE mustfirst transform ourselves before WE can transformothers. WE collectively must enhance our own spiri-tual growth through prayer, studying of the Scrip-tures, worshiping, fellowshipping and showing com-

passion one to another.

WE are moving into a new Era and past ways ofchurch business is just that; A thing of the Past.The United Methodists focus is more about OutreachMinistries. Taking It To The Streets. WE (UnitedMethodist Churches) are becoming more involved inthe needs of our schools and communities.

How can WE include poverty neighborhoods into ourchurches? How do WE meet the needs of those lessfortunate than us?


You are Important to Us! By Sis Delores Roseboro

What plan of action will WE take to provide re-sources for neighboring school/schools and commu-nity? Our vision should be to make them a part of us.

First, WE must become educated of the need, thenform teams to address those needs. Through reading,one-on-one activities, Feeding, Back Pack Program,or whatever need is identified; WE may even have to

partner with other churches but excuses will nolonger be accepted for not becoming more involved

in the needs of our churches and communities.

Our church is also at a technology crossroad; paper is becoming obsolete. Focus in now converting every-thing to technology from completing forms to Webi-nars and training. Social media is the new means ofcommunication; Church Websites, Face book, Twit-ter, Email, Pinterest, Instagram, creating technologyteams, etc.WE are challenged to become involved as WE com-mit ourselves to intentional transformation; Changingourselves and OUR community.

WE may not be able to transform an entire community but,

WE can make a difference one person at a time.


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We must love chil-dren! The firstquestion you

must ask yourselfis: Do I really love chil-dren? Do I honestly love towork with them?

I would like to take a storyfrom the realm of theologi-cal controversy and tell youwhat the story means to me.

The first thing that im- presses me about it is this: Andrew and Jesus recognized thechild. There is a boy here. John 6:9

This was an ordinary boy who, like all boys, loved a greatcrowd of people. Im sure he must have begged his motherfor permission to take the trip to see Jesus. She probablysaid he wouldnt understand what was being taught, hewould get tired and weary before the day was over. Since hewouldnt take no for an answer, she gave him some food,five buns and two tiny fishes, and he joined the crowd asthey followed Jesus. He must have been a very small fellowamong five thousand other people. Just as Jesus asked aboutfeeding the multitude, Andrew had seen the boy sit down ona rock, pull out the lunch he had been carrying in his pocket.Andrew recognized the child!

We are sometimes not so wise. Often we do notrecognize the child in our homes. We as parents saythings without regard to their effect upon the child.Sometimes we give our children everything but our-selves. Perhaps our children need us. Our love, ourtime, our companionship more than anything else onearth. They are robbed without it. We should rec-ognize the child in the home.

The church ought to be one place where childrencan grow up in a wholesome, happy Christian fel-lowship. Surely the church ought to recognize thespiritual needs of its children. We must never un-derestimate the potential power of a little child.God works in a mysterious way. He builds his king-dom best through the consecrated hearts of children.

Look how important this little boy was to Jesus thatday. His foresight enabled Jesus to feed the multi-tude. The story teaches us that the child gave whathe had. He gave the fishes and buns, and they wereenough to feed the multitude when Christ blessedthem.

This unnamed child is remembered because he gavewhat he had, you have an influence for God: giveit! You have a mind: give it! You have a hand: giveit! You have a heart: give it! You have a life, thatswhat God wants most You!

CH Henry Haynes

Give What You Have! By CH Henry Haynes

It is God who arms us with strength andmakes our way perfect. All that we are andever hope to be, It is from our God. Here in

Psalms' 127: 3 ESV : Behold children are a heri-tage from the Lord, the fruit of the womba re-ward! Know that each and everyone of us is a

temple, a temple where in the spirit of the Lord dwells within us. Godloves us and has a plan for everyone of us.

Psalms' 139: 13-14, 13 For You formed my inward parts; You cov-ered me in my mothers womb. 14 I will praise You, for I am fearfullyand wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soulknows very well.

Being Wonderfully Made Being Wonderfully Made Being Wonderfully Made Rule #1: A church where children are loved, prioritized, and provided a strong Christian foundation.

Our Children perform willingly andwell when asked!


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AprilTues, Apr 1April Fools Day

April 6th Gospel Choir Anniversary April 12th UMW"s Prayer Breakfast @9:00amSun, April 13Palm SundayThur, April 17Maundy (Holy) ThursdayFri, April 18 Good FridaySun, April 20Easter Sunday

April 21st Children Easter Egg Hunt @12:00pm

MayMay 3rd @10:00am Boys to Men startsMay 4th Homecoming Services each member asked topay $50May 17th Mother Daughter's banquet time not set yet

JuneTues, Apr 1April Fools Day13th Youth lock-inJune 16th-18th VBSJune 21st Cierra Vinson& Roy Peakes wedding@3:00pmJune 22nd Usher Board program@3:00pm

AprilJuly 4thJuly 26th Bike Rally to benefit the Herman Nixon'sMemorial Fund

JanuaryMon, Jan 6, - Epiphany 1st day

( End of 12 days of Christmas, visit of 3 Wise Men )Mon, Jan 20 (All Day) MLK Holiday

February

Sun, Feb 2 Ground Hog DayWed, Feb 12Lincolns birthdayFriday, Feb 14Valentines DayMon, Feb 17 - (All day) Presidents Day

Pastor Learsons birthdaySat, Feb 22Washingtons birthdaySun, Feb 23Old Fashion Sunday & BrunchMon, Feb 24 Church Council Meeting@7pmSat, Feb 28 Charlotte Youth Day

MarchWed, Mar 5Ash Wed

Fri, Mar 7 Sister 2Sister Seminar (UMW)Sat, Mar 8 8th Sister to Sister Seminar (UMW)Sun., Mar 9Women Day Program/morning worship

- Speaker - Cathy StewartSun, Mar 9Daylight Savings, (Spring Ahead!)Fri, Mar 14th- beginning of youth outing every 2nd Fri.Mon, Mar 17St Patricks Day

**** Mon, Mar 24 Church Council Meeting@7pmSun, March 30, Mrs. Hattie Curry,

87th Birthday CelebrationSun, Mar 30, UMM program@ 3:00pm

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DecDec 25th Christmas

Full Calendar will be includedin Nov 2014 printing

Greetings all! October is the beginning of some exciting events forthe Youth Department! October 11, we will be par-ticipating in the 2nd Annual Fall Festival. This year itwill be in conjunction with Friends and Family Day!

We are also planning a Trunk or Treat event at churchon October 31. This month will also be the start of therehearsal for our Christmas Program. We will need asmuch participation as possible. We are in search ofPraise Dancers, both young and adult. Please continueto support our Youth to help them learn and growthrough our Christ and Savior.

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Working together to serve a perfect God


Sunday School8:00 am Sunday Services9:00 am Intercessory PrayerTuesdays 6:30pm Bible StudyTuesdays 7:00pm Youth Bible StudiesWed. 6:00pm Adult Choir RehearsalThurs 6:00pm MeetingsUMMas scheduled Meetings - UMW Sundays after Services

2201 St. James Church RoadDenver, NC 28037 Stamp

Mail to:

Phone: 704-483-3394Pastor Learson: 704-500-3944E-mail: [email protected]

God grant me the serenityto accept the things I cannot change;courage to change the things I can;

and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time;Enjoying one moment at a time; Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;Taking, as He did, this sinful world

as it is, not as I would have it;Trusting that He will make all things rightif I surrender to His Will;That I may be reasonably happy in this lifeand supremely happy with HimForever in the next.

Prayer of Serenity

Amen Amen Amen Amen

2014 Church Officials: Rev. Louise D. Learson, Pastor 704-500-3944

Mary Anthony, President Adult Choir 704-489-0861

Terry Clarke, Trustee Chairperson 704-673-2612

Linda Cook, PPR Chair 589-805-4322

Victoria Franklin, Membership Chair 704-579-0796

Clara Nixon, & Evangelism Chair 704-483-2716

Margaret Nixon, Worship Chair, Treasurer704-483-2679

Gary Roseboro, Nurturing & Outreach Chair &Boys2Men Coordinator 704-408-2442

Hattie Roseboro, Finance Secretary & Usher Coord.704-240-2178

Stanley Roseboro, Sunday Sch. Superintendent704-483-4422

Marilyn Roseboro, Church Council Chair Chair UMW 704-483-3531

Sarah Johnson, Church Historian 704-966-0648

Jerry Nixon, Church Lay Leader 704-877-6137

Waddell Thompson, UMM Chair & Chairman of Finance704-483-1131

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