http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements.asp A Church at the Crossroads Reach Out to the World http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2322* 7th Grade guys group: 1 man needed
* 8th Grade guys Group: 2 men needed
* 8th Grade girls group: 2 women needed
* Regular Wednesday night groups: 1-2 adults needed
* AltarEd volunteers: 3-4 adults needed
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Cost is $8.00 and we will meet at the God Cave at 12:00 at the church (Bring clothes to church you can ice skate in! It is very cold in the Ice House, so long pants, long socks and a long sleeve shirt are highly encouraged!)

We will eat at the Pineville Ice house, so bring money for that meal! They have pizza, hotdogs, etc. You can pack a lunch if you want!

Adult drivers are needed!

REGISTER ONLINE TODAY FOR YOUTH ICE SKATING!]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2318Its not too late to signup! Go online for details or email susanfuquay@ williamsonschapel.org.  All class books and Bibles for sale in the bookstore between worship services. Cash, Check, or Credit cards accepted.

Meals on Wednesday from 5-7 PM
Reservations required, pay at the door.
REGISTER ONLINE NOW FOR WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2319info@williamsonschapel.org and let us know the day/time you are available and we will contact you to get you plugged in!

SUNDAY
(Speed Bumps)
9:00-9:30 AM (Welcome Center)
9:30-10:30 AM (Youth)
10:30-11:00 AM (Welcome Center)
11:00-12:00 Noon (Youth)
9:30-10:30 AM (Children)
11:00-12:00 Noon (Children)

MONDAY
9:00-1:00 AM (Office)
1:00-4:00 AM (Office)

TUESDAY
9:00-1:00 AM (Office)
1:00-4:00 AM (Office)

WEDNESDAY
9:00-10:00 AM (Bookstore)
4:00-5:30 PM (Meal Setup)
5:30-7:00 PM (Children)
5:00-6:00 PM (Bookstore)
5:15-6:15 PM (Youth)
6:00-7:00 PM (Bookstore)
6:30-8:00 PM (Youth)

FRIDAY
9:00-12:00 AM (Office)


]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2312WOW BEGINS THIS WEDNESDAY SEPT 8, REGISTER ONLINE NOW!

W.O.W. is our Wednesday Night Program for 4 year olds and Elementary children. The fall program runs from Sept. 8-Nov. 17.

4 year olds and Kindergarten children participate in music and a hands-on Bible study activity. Children in grades 1-5 participate in a game night followed by a 4-week workshop, then a mission night followed by another 4-week workshop and finishing with a game night. Registration fee is for dinner.

As a courtesy, we provide a nursery for ages 3 and under if you are volunteering at WOW or attending an adult education class. Please register your child if they will be using the nursery. If you would like your child to eat in the nursery, please register for a meal.

REGISTER FOR W.O.W. ONLINE NOW!
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Rev. Charles Kyker and Rev. Bob Disher will present two seminars that will tell how they have been challenged by many hindrances in their ministries and how they began with small steps that we can all do, the results of which have been nothing short of astounding!

We will meet at 9:30 AM for coffee and donuts, have an exciting and vibrant time of worship together, then learn from people who have encountered extraordinary circumstances and have thrived as a result. Childcare will be provided and a short lunch meal will be provided, as long as you register with Helen McNamara in our church office ahead of time (704-664-3680).

DON’T MISS THIS!!! If you are a leader in our church, PLEASE come out for this & learn from those that have been where we are!

Blessings and peace,
Scott Ireland
Congregational Care and Teaching Pastor
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When people not engaged in a faith community were polled regarding what they thought of when the word "Christian" was used, 85% said judgmental, 76% said hypocritical, and 75% said insensitive to the needs of others. As we seek to "Break out of the Huddle" we are going to be intentional about combating those criticisms of Christians. We are going to practice radical hospitality and radical love as we show that followers of Christ can be non-judgmental, accepting and people that seek to make a difference in the lives of others… people that change lives and change the world based on the needs around them.

If you take 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 and substitute the words "The church" where it says love, it defines who we as a West Campus are going to be!

Love never gives up.
Love cares more for others than for self.
Love doesnt want what it doesnt have.
Love doesnt strut,
Doesnt have a swelled head,
Doesnt force itself on others,
Isnt always "me first",
Doesnt fly off the handle,
Doesnt keep score of the sins of others,
Doesnt revel when others grovel,
Love takes pleasure in the flowering of truth,
Puts up with anything,
Trusts God always,
Always looks for the best,
Never looks back,
But keeps going to the end.

Thank you for your prayers, your support, your encouragement, and spreading the news to your friends and neighbors that are not involved in a faith community.  If they are looking for something that is laid back, contemporary setting, and a place where questions and uncertainty are welcome as we journey on the Way together, we believe the West Campus may be the place they can feel at home.

Grace and Peace,
Andrea
]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2103NEW DATE!
Sunday, October 10, 3:00-6:00 p.m.

We will offer a more in-depth understanding of the purpose and mission of our church, what it means to be a United Methodist, how to get more involved and plugged into this community of faith, and what is expected of a member. Childcare will be provided for this class, if you need it.

Following this class you will be given the opportunity to officially join the church at one of the upcoming weekend services.

If you are interested in joining Williamsons Chapel or would just like more information about our church, please join us!

Register on our website or call the church office at 704-664-3680.

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The meals are catered by local restaurants. You can eat weekly and even buy a meal card for the semester or register to eat just on weeks you wish. We hope you will come and eat with us, enjoy meeting people and then take a class. Buffet open from 5:30-7:00 PM, takeouts available.

Meal Reservations are required, cost is $6.00 per plate. Food purchase and preparation is done according to the number of reservations. It is important that all reservations be honored with payment.

How do I make a reservation? Reservations are IMPORTANT! Reservations can be made by completing the tear-off form in each weeks bulletin, online, or by calling the church office by Tuesday at 10:00 AM. Cancellations may be made by calling the church office at 704-664-3680 or email info@williamsonschapel.org. (Please be sure to cancel by Tuesday at 10:00 AM to keep our food costs down!)

MAKE YOUR WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEAL RESERVATION NOW!]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2303
NEW PROGRAMS FOR KIDS ON SUNDAYS!

At Williamsons Chapel, we believe the Bible should never be boring, worship can be fun and loud, and great leaders always care! This fall at 9:30 AM, children in grades 1-5 grade will have a new, powerful large and small group experience with awesome leaders, quality time with friends, and a safe place to ask questions and talk about their faith.

During Large Group, kids will hear a Bible story. We will use costumes, props, and characters from the story - anything that makes the Bible come to life! We will have special time for kids to sing as loud as they want and tell God how much they love Him!

In Small Group, kids will see how Gods word fits into their life, learn how to talk with Him, and build friendships that last. That is why it is so important to register your preschooler or elementary age child and bring them regularly at the same hour. It is the same small group every week, same leader, and same kids. This gets them connected and helps to establish a relationship that is going to matter when they need it most.
Kids ages 3 through Kindergarten will have fun participating in age specific activities and lessons (including Bible stories, crafts, and games). They will be cared for by loving teachers as they learn more about God and have lots of friends to play with.

Preschool and Kindergarten Small Groups and Large Group Worship coming soon! Stay tuned for further details!

At 11:00 AM, kids will experience Bible stories in a fun and engaging way by participating in workshop-based experiential activities for the fall. Children will have a deeper understanding of the Bible story through engaging games, crafts, and other creative activities.

Register for XTREME KIDZ online now]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2309September 8th and 15th at 5:15 at the God Cave!
You only have to attend one of these meetings!

Confirmation is a class for 6th-9th grade youth who have not yet confirmed their baptism or been baptized!

We will be exploring the three aspects of the trinity, the Bible, worship, grace, John Wesley, Methodism, what it means to be a Christian, sin and salvation and much more!

If you are high school youth that has not been baptized or confirmed, you will have the option of doing a one on one mentoring based curriculum!

In the Methodist church, parents have the option of having their child baptized at a young age. Confirmation is the process of that child claiming their Baptism for themselves, and confirming their faith and commitment to God and the church!

This class continues through May 2011 and Confirmation Sunday will likely be May 22nd, 2011! This is a tentative date, but will be set in stone soon!

There WILL NOT be a retreat the weekend of September 10th-11th like we had talked about at the 5th grade parent meetings (A camp for a reasonable price is not really available)!

We WILL have a retreat February 2011 at Camp Tekoa to help enhance our confirmation program! We will be joining several other churches and we will get to experience many of the great things camp has to offer!

Kevin Ward, our youth director teaches the class, but needs other adults to assist who have a desire to see youth claim their baptism and publically confess their faith in their God!

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If you are interested in having your child baptized, please plan on attending. Nursery is provided for your child and the class typically lasts from 30-45 minutes.

See Rev. Scott Ireland if you have any questions.

Please contact Joan Finn in the church office if you would like to schedule your childs baptism.]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=2256Parking Lot Entrance Changes

Beginning June 11, the entrance on Williamson Road between the Chapel and the cemetery will be permanently closed.

The Brawley School Road entrance will be closed every day until 4:30 PM except Sunday when it will be open all day. However, it will not be paved, it will be gravel, so please be aware of this when entering and exiting the parking lot.]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=1776
CLICK HERE FOR WEEKLY SERMONS]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=1764SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL NETWORK NOW

We also have text alerts for youth, go to youth page and click on the link.
SIGN UP FOR YOUTH TEXT ALERTS NOW
]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=1965 http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=332]]> http://www.williamsonschapel.org/2007/Announcements/Announcements2.asp?ID=390Coffee, juice, bagels and pastries are provided in the Fellowship Hall on Sundays from 8:15 AM until 11:00 AM. We look forward to seeing you.]]>