"FRIENDS OF PHOEBE NEEDLES" ~~ QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER

October 2017 Volume IXX, Issue III

"And there shall be a portion that you shall set apart, with a sanctuary in the middle of it." Ezekiel 48.8

The Phoebe Needles Center

THE CENTER FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

November 14th

From Berlin to Tennessee”with Winfried Goethert

December 12th

“Christmas Music”with Grace Williams

January 9th

“The Phoebe Needles Mountain Band”with Alan Messenger, David Cannaday,

James Guilliams, Marvin Harlow,Ray Holland, and Gene Parker

The programs begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by a lunch at noon. To register, please call the Center

by Friday noon the week before the program.

THE ACTIVE SENIORS CLASS is a new light exercise class for seniors who would like to work on developing strength, mobility, and flexibility at their own pace. Participants will be able to use a chair during their exercises as well as have the option of opting out of any exercise they may not feel comfort-able participating in. Classes will be Monday & Wednesday morn-ings from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

THE 2017 BISHOP LIGHT FUND

Dear Friends,

The Phoebe Needles Center is about the business of spiritual formation. The Center provides spiritual and educational programs that create an environment and experiences that bring about transformation – transformation for children, youth, families, and adults. These experiences change lives, perspectives, and even the deepest aspects of the human spirit. We believe these opportunities give people of all ages a chance to experience God’s presence, and that changes lives. We have testimony after testimony to support that point.

One of the regular participants in the Center for Lifelong Learning programs recently commented, “I have met the most interesting people, participated in fascinating seminars, and been part of a wonderful Christian fellowship – the Phoebe Needles Center is such a blessing!”

Your contributions to this ministry matter!

In 2010 Bishop Light wrote, “This year I celebrated my 56th year of ordained ministry. There are many changes that have taken place during these years, but one constant factor has been the generosity of God’s people. Through years of great abundance, and times of economic distress, the people of God regularly rise to the challenge to support our common mission of our Church. Phoebe Needles continues to serve our common mission as a gathering place for Christian community, forma-tion, and renewal for people of all ages.”

We hope you will support the Phoebe Needles Center again this fall!

God’s blessings - The Rev. John H. Heck

Are you missing your summer camp friends? Do you need something fun and exciting to do over winter break? How would you like the opportunity to recon-

nect with camp friends and camp counselors during winter break?

Join us for your favorite camp games, songs, crafts, camp fires and more!

If you attended a camp this summer and you have a friend who did not have the opportunity to join you, then

bring them with you to the Summer Camp Reunion!

REGISTER TODAY for the

2017 Summer Camp Reunion!

December 30th-31st

Registration information can be found on our website under “Camps” and “Summer Camp Reunion.” The cost of registra-tion is $30 per camper. Financial assistance in the form of need-based scholarships are available from the Phoebe Needles Center. The Summer Camp Reunion will begin on December 30th at 10:00 a.m. and end on December 31 at 2:00 p.m.

YOUR DONATION MATTERS!We are asked from time to time, “What is the best way to contribute to the ministry of the Phoebe Needles Center?” There are many ways you might consider making a contribution. Here are a few ways that some of our other donors use:

~ Mailing a check ~ A payroll deduction ~ With a credit card (using PAYPAL) ~ Gift an asset electronically from a brokerage account ~ Elecronically using PAYPAL (you can even set up a regular monthly deduction) ~ And don’t forget IRA Distributions

For a regular IRA, there are specific rules on both contributions and with-drawals. Withdrawals for distributions are generally not taken before age 59½. With limited exceptions—such as uniform distributions over a lifetime, disability, separation from employment after age 55, or other exceptions—there is a 10% excise tax in addition to the regular ordinary income tax on withdrawals before age 59½. Therefore, very few individuals take early withdrawals before age 59½.

Between ages 59½ and 70½, there is an optional period for withdrawals. The withdrawals are not required, but you may take withdrawal of any amount. Of course, for a regular IRA the amount withdrawn is taxable to you and no longer grows tax free in the fund. Therefore, you may not want to take withdrawals unless you actually need the funds for living expenses.

After you reach age 70½, there are required minimum distributions (RMDs). The distributions start at approximately 3.8% at age 71 but increase with age each year. The distribution is calculated using your balance on December 31 multiplied by the appropriate percentage, and must be taken by the end of the next year. If you fail to take your distribution, there is a 50% penalty, so an error or an intentional disregard of the RMD rules is quite rare.

ALL donation to the Phoebe Needles Center are fully tax deductible.

All Around CampJune 11th – 15th

Rising 1st – 4th GradersTuition is $85

Swim Day Camp IJune 25th – 29th

Rising 1st – 4th GradersTuition is $85

Swim Day Camp IIJuly 9th - 13th

Rising 1st - 4th GradersTuition is $85

DAY CAMP 2018

COMING UP IN 2018...

Camper & staff busy building a new porch at Outreach Camp.

Art Day Camp IJune 18th – 22nd

Rising 1st – 4th GradersTuition is $85

Art Day Camp IIJuly 2nd – 6th

Rising 1st – 4th GradersTuition is $85

SUMMER

CAMP

2018

RESIDENTIAL CAMP 2018

Middler CampJune 10th - 16th

Rising 7th - 8th Graders

Senior CampJune 17th - 23rd

Rising 9th - 12th Graders

Episcopal Youth Camp June 24th - 29th

Rising 6th - 12th Graders

Outdoor Expedition CampJune 24th - 29th

Minimum age 13

First Year CampJuly 1st – 7th

Rising 5th - 6th Graders

Rock Climbing CampJuly 8th - 14th

Minimum age 13

Art CampJuly 15th – 21st

Rising 7th - 12th Graders

Nature CampJuly 15th - 21st

Rising 7th - 12th Graders

Outreach CampJuly 22nd - 28th

Rising 7th - 12th Graders

Tuition is $210/session. financial scholarships are

available. To sign up for camp, please check out our web site at: www.PhoebeNeedles.org

Experience the beauty and serenity of the Blue Ridge Mountains today!

Address Service Requested

The Phoebe Needles Center732 Turners Creek RoadCallaway, Virginia 24067-5814

NONPROFIT ORGUS POSTAGE

PAIDROANOKE, VA

PERMIT NO. 240

Consider giving beyond your life through a bequest

to the Phoebe Needles Center in your will.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Class of 2017Mrs. Nikki Dandridge, Secretary

Mr. Carl DudleyMrs. Kathleen Jackson

The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow

Class of 2018Mr. Larry Fischbach, Treasurer

Mr. Billy Kingery, PresidentMr. Dave Newcombe, Vice-President

Mrs. Marion Serge

Class of 2019The Rev. Ron Johnson

Mr. Bob MillerDr. Robert Strong

The Rev. Scott West

The Rt. Rev. Mark A. Bourlakas, ChairThe Rev. John H. Heck, Executive Director

Ms. Martha J. Perry, EmeritusMrs. Mary Picone, Emeritus

"Friends of Phoebe Needles" is a quarterly publication ofThe Phoebe Needles Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization located at

732 Turners Creek Road; Callaway, Virginia 24067 (540) 483-1518 or (800) 848-1677. Email PNCenter@gmail.com

Web site: www.PhoebeNeedles.org All gifts are fully tax deductible.