April 2013 Newsletter

New Philadelphia NewsAcross the PAstor’s Desk

We will convene a Congregational Council at precisely 10:15 a.m. on Sunday May 5. The council will have but one order of business: The election of delegates for the Quadrennial Synod of 2014 of the Southern Province of the Moravian Church in America. The 11:10 Service will begin immediately after the adjournment of the council. Those who wish to guarantee themselves the full worship experience, should make plans to attend the 9:00 a.m. service on that day, but we anticipate (and hope and pray) that the 11:10 service will take place as scheduled.

The 2014 Synod will be held in at the YMCA’s Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain, North Carolina from April 3 to April 6, 2014. There will be several pre-synod meetings, beginning in late summer of 2013, and the frequency and length of the meetings individual delegates attend will be determined by the Committee to which they are assigned.

A synod delegate is free to vote his or her own convictions and conscience, as opposed to a “representative,” who is bound by the obligation he or she has to the people that elect them. Moravian Synods are comprised of delegates, not representatives.

Synod is a wonderful opportunity, and we would like for as many people as possible to experience attending at least one synod during their tenure as a Moravian. New Philadlephia will elect 9 delegates. Pastors under call and full time certified DCE’s will automatically attend Synod, and do not count toward this number. It is important that we have delegates that will represent all the adults present here at New Philadelphia, from those just starting out in life, to those who are already in retirement. We realize that some delegates will be forced to take vacation time to attend, but the experience may be worth it to YOU. I say this to you because if you would like to be considered as a delegate, I would like to hear from you by the 15th of April. You may email me at [email protected]. Delegates must be at least 18 years of age, and a member in good standing of New Philadelphia Moravian Church. At least two of our delegates must be elected members of our Elders or Trustees.

If you would like to know more about the responsibilities of a delegate, please contact me. I ask that everyone pray for the integrity and efficiency of this process.

May God bless you richlyThe Pastor

PAstor John Writes:Many thanks to our youth and families who helped

with our pork shoulder butt sale during February and March! It was an incredible fundraiser for our summer youth mission trips, and we’re grateful for the great food and such tremendous support. Our youth also served the Lenten meal on March 10, which was a fun event for everyone involved. This summer, we’re returning to Laurel Ridge for Eco Mission Camp during the week of July 28-August 2. This week is open to any Middle High or Senior High youth, and it will be our eleventh year as a part of Mission Camp. As always, we’ll be serving our neighbors in the Alleghany and Ashe County areas, but this session is the first Eco Mission Camp for Laurel Ridge, and our projects will focus on helping the environment. Our Senior High youth will be serving on Staten Island, New York, from July 6-13, in an effort to help families affected by Hurricane Sandy several months ago.

We have many activities coming up in April, including a hiking trip for Middle & Senior Highs at Stone Mountain on April 7. There is a Moravian Youth Rally at Friedland Moravian on April 21, and Youth Sunday will be April 28. We’re looking forward to this meaningful time of worship for our congregation, with our church’s youth leading all parts of the service. In between worship services, we’ll have a reception for youth and families.

Congratulations to the Rev. Zach Dease on his ordination as a deacon of the Moravian Church on March 17! Zach was an active part of our youth program before graduating from high school, and he served as an intern with our congregation during the spring of 2009. We’re excited as he begins his ministry as the pastor of Mayodan Moravian Church. I look forward to seeing you in April!In Christ,The Rev. John G. Rights

NOTE: The Elizabeth Windsor Memorial Scholarship application is available in the church office, and also online on the church web-site (www.newphilly.org/ElizabethWindsorScholarship). This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and students completing their first year of college. More information is included on the application form. Completed applications must be received by the church office no later than Friday, April 26.

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Spotlight on.......Lib GreeneLib Greene’s name still comes up when people – especially women – talk about past Bible teaching at New Philadelphia. For many of her 50+ years as a member of the congregation, Lib taught Sunday School and led the Bethel Bible series in addition to numerous Bible studies. Countless adults and children have been affected by her service to the church and its body; in fact, it is that service that has given such meaning to her life. “It was the most

rewarding thing (leading Bible studies). It gave me such a good feeling about my life and the lives of those learning with me.”

The priority given to church life was part of Lib’s childhood. “My mother and father saw that it was the most important thing: They wanted to make sure that we gave time to the Lord every day.” Lib laughs when she talks about how she came to New Philadelphia. When I married my husband, Gene, he was Episcopalian and I was Presbyterian. We visited several churches, New Philadelphia among them. Someone from the pastoral staff visited us several times until Gene told him we’d join the church if he’d stop visiting.”

As Lib leafs through New Philadelphia’s pictorial directory, she stops at many of the photos and reminisces. “I’m so fond of Joan and Dale Bodenhamer…..Dale used to always bring me sweet potatoes.” And the Transous. “We traveled to Hawaii with Sue and Bill….that’s where a bear got after Bill!” As a high school Health and Nutrition teacher for 30 years, many of Lib’s students sit in the pews at New Philadelphia today, among them Karl Stimpson, Marilou Bradley and Tony Ebert. Lib’s beautiful apartment at Homestead is filled with furniture and accessories made by her husband who was an accomplished craftsman. Much of his handiwork can we found in homes throughout the New Philadelphia congregation. While she is unable to attend church services regularly, Lib stays in touch with many of the friends made over her years of active involvement, and prays for the continuing good work of the church and its people.

Missions AnD sociAl concernsAt our March meeting Charity and Kevin Manous brought us up to date on their mission work. Our committee helps them with their expenses yearly with a pledge of $8000. We disperse the monies monthly in the amount of $667.

This month we will disperse $1500 to the Braimas in Sierra Leone, $2000 to Samaritans Purse and $2000 to Amani Childrens Foundation.

We appreciate your continued support to our committee and the persons and organizations that we contribute to. We know our pledges are down this year, but we feel the Lord will continue to bless us with the funds to support His work here and around the world.

Acts 1:8 “You will be my witnesses-in Jerusalem, in all of Judea,in Samaria, and in every part of the world.”

Our next meeting will be April 14 at 5PM in the Banquet Room and enjoy Hayley Geis as she tells of her exciting plans for our brothers and sisters in Labrador. Come join us!


1 Laura Ashby1 Frank Chitty1 Wanda Daubenmeyer1 Patti Hull1 Robert Johnson1 Diane Shoaf2 Joan Bodenhamer2 Sammy Johnson2 Stephanie Johnson2 Christopher Ketchie2 Richard Miller2 Mike Tuttle3 Will Binkley3 Ruby Bumgardner3 Annecy Daggett3 Ted Gordon3 David Stanfield4 Cathy Ebert4 Carrie Horton4 Betsy Johnson4 Jennifer Lail4 Gary Miller4 Gavin Parks4 Steve Parks4 Diana Kaye Phillips4 Jonathan Rothrock4 Angela Vogler5 Audrey Bodenhamer5 Marcus Hunt5 Bruce Ledwith5 Emily Porterfield5 Debbie Rowell5 Charlotte Thore6 Mitzi Dease6 Kathy Horton6 Theresa Pauca6 Ray Tredwell7 Cody Crotts7 Louella Davis7 Brad Foust

7 Elise Gambill7 Gaynelle Hill7 Mark McManus7 Judy Renfro7 Gladys Stimpson8 Kevin Boyle8 Evon Crooks9 Richard Bennett9 Ruby Byrd9 Barry Granger9 Tamara LaMontagne9 Merle Tedder10 Stephanie Boza10 Johnnie Hauser10 Stephanie Huddleston10 Phil Pratapas11 Anna Cox11 Tommy Nelson11 Aaron Pope11 Meredith Wall12 Roger Horton12 Vonnie Wood13 Faye Blair13 Adam Guthrie13 Kelly Mitchell14 Jay Ebert14 Jacob Aaron Prevette14 William Walker15 Kevin Bryant15 Tommy Cox15 Donna Nail16 Rick Benfield16 Irene Ferreira16 Joe Gramley17 Eben Alspaugh17 Lee Hauser17 Joey Transou17 Mark Walker18 Katherine Foltz18 Randy Fulton

18 Steve Huddleston18 Laura Long18 Holden Nail19 Benedetta Agnoli-Nicolazo19 Griffin Gillispie19 Carson McManus19 Terri Smith19 Linda Tuttle20 Ben Ashby20 Fred Flynt20 Tommy McConnell20 Benjamin Nail20 Sharron Shaw21 Martha Ann Cooper21 Sue Hughes21 Cameron Idol21 Colette Newman22 Hudson Bazemore22 Hal Cockerham22 Jodi Koment22 Steve Mabe22 Amy Riley22 Eddie Rowell22 Mary Frances Sides22 Terri Zappala23 Betsy H. Clauser23 Dylan Hauser23 Kelly Hege23 Cora Rabon23 Jake Runge23 Charlie Tucker23 Crystal Weisner24 Bob Chappell24 Grace Fowler24 Annette Hite24 Rory Parks24 Timothy Renfro24 Colin Snoke25 Jerry Carter25 Nancy Hopkins25 Shelby Leigh Mash25 Brad Trogdon25 Doug Tuttle26 Beverly Barber26 Bryan Beck27 Dootsie Jolley27 Jenny Mulholland27 Amy Sumner28 Lori Howey

28 Don Russell28 Jerry Southard28 David Tuttle29 Tim Cook29 Jan Cranmer29 Lydia Gillispie29 Chuck Hoover29 Wanda Peoples30 April Cochrane30 Riley Daggett30 Jennifer Lineberry30 Laura Marx

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With your presence, Lord, our Head and Saviour, bless us all, we humbly pray; our dear heavenly Father’s love and favor be our comfort every day.May God’s Spirit now in each proceeding favor us with his most gracious leading; thus shall we be truly blessed both in labor and in rest.


New Philly Kids Korner!Save the Date

July 29 - August 1

9AM - 12PMGod’s Backyard Bible Camp

Under the Sun

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!4 Gavin Parks6 Ray Tredwell7 Elise Gambill14 Jacob Prevette18 Holden Nail

20 Ben Nail23 Dylan Hauser23 Jake Runge24 Grace Fowler30 Riley Daggett


As of February 2013Annual............................................................ .$1,018,540Expenses to date ................................................. $153,179Income to date .................................................... $149,692Shortage to date ....................................................... $3,487Disbursed in month

Pastoral Staff-Salary, Travel, Housing, Pension, Ins. ..................................................$13,983Staff-Salaries, Soc. Sec. Ins .............................$21,424Christian Education/Youth ............................. $5,052Church Resource Supplies .................................. $374Nursery ............................................................. $484Library ..................................................................$3Office Expenses .............................................. $2,665Cleaning Expenses .......................................... $4,170Grounds ............................................................ $900Building/Equipment Repairs ........................... $2,011Utilities ........................................................... $7,601Insurance ........................................................ $6,085Open Door Outreach (credit) .............................. $304Kitchen/Custodial Supplies................................ $905Advertising ........................................................ $474Provincial Contributions ................................$16.617Requested Items ................................................. $541

Total for month ......................................................$83,593

sunDAy school WorshiP

1st 2nd

Mar. 3 272 299 174

Mar. 10 247 230 170

Mar. 17 265 243 148

Mar. 24 264 304 166

Mar. 31 No Sunday School Easter Sunday

nursery

1st service 2nd service

Bette, Deborah, and Jennifer

chilDren’s church

1st service 2nd service

Apr. 7 Laura Long

Apr. 14 Ashley Jane

Apr. 21 Kristen Prevette

Apr. 28 Tiffany Woods

**Greeters

Apr. 7 Tony Ebert Tim Ward

Apr. 14 John Geis III Andi Williams

Apr. 21 Scott Huddleston Tom Williams

Apr. 28 Steve Mabe Lonnie Ashby

FunDs

Iobst-Gray Missions Fund ....................................$16,877Benevolences ........................................................ $8,216Bus .......................................................................... $182Band.............................................. ........................$1,330Music ....................................................................$1,198Elizabeth Windsor .............................................. $25,391Lewis Ministerial Student Aid Fund... ....................$8.979Anne Chadwick Band Fund.......... .................. .....$10,255Capital Improvements................. .................... .....$68,158Bells of Joy ...............................................................$820Laurels Cabin & Lodge ..........................................$2,925

FinAnciAl rePort & AttenDAnce

**EldErs and TrusTEEs: If you are unable to fulfill your Greeting and/or Lock-up

responsibility, please work together to find coverage.


Womens Fellowship NewsCookbooks are still available for $20. And in the April issue of Our State magazine, the NPMC cookbook is featured.

Circle 8 would love some help on Monday, April 1 removing flowers from the graves that were decorated for Easter. This activity will begin in the graveyard at 4PM

Don’t forget about Craft workdays! They resume the first and third Wednesday in the Craft Room at 1PM; we are preparing for the Bazaar (November 2).

Local Mission Project is the Ronald McDonald House and Sunnyside Donations are canned fruit and 1 pound bags of rice.

The Southern Provincial Women's Spiritual Retreat will be held this year at Laurel Ridge April 26 - April 28. The retreat is an opportunity for all women in the province to gather for spiritual renewal and fellowship. The goal for the retreat is for participants to leave the weekend rested, renewed in the faith journey, and with new friends in our sisterhood. The facilitator will be the Rev. Dr. Nola Knouse, Director of the Moravian Music Foundation. You can register by calling 336-722-4911 or by email: [email protected]

Changes Coming to Open Door LunchDesignated giving and special action by the Trustees have resulted in the Open Door Lunch being underwritten for the remainder of 2013. Your donations will still be accepted at the lunch and donated to a different non-profit organization each month. These actions enhance the ministry of the Open Door Lunch: While it will continue to be enjoyed by church members and their friends, the business community and people in our neighborhood, it will also impact men, women and children being served through some of our city’s finest charities.The benefitting not-profit for April is Sunnyside Ministries and representatives from that organization will be joining us for lunch.Another change is already underway, thanks to several dedicated volunteers. Open Door meals are being delivered to church members who are homebound. As one volunteer explains: “This is a way of us taking care of each other!”Please come out to support Sunnyside Ministries on April 3rd and enjoy a meal of baked ham, sweet potato casserole, steamed broccoli and croissants.

And remember: We always enjoy homemade desserts! Please help if you are able.


hAPPeninG ArounD the Province

The Mission Society of the Southern Province invites you to come and meet the heads of our partner provinces on Sunday, April 7, 2013 from 2-4 p.m. at Home Church, in the Parlor (room CE 101). At 2 p.m. each of our guest will be introduced, followed by a time of interaction. You will have opportunties to meet, greet and ask questions of each of the guests. Light refreshments will be provided. The Provincial heads from the following provinces are scheduled to attend: Labrador, Western Tanzania, Guyana, East West Indies, Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica, Cuba, and Dr. Lopez representing the Honduran Medical Work. We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to meet the provincial heads and personally experience what God is doing in our partner provinces throughout the world. For more information contact Sheila Beaman at 336-773-1732. If you have any questions about this you can also contact Dan Nelson at Fulp Moravian Church.

“Finding God in our Stories”The women of the Florida District RCC invite all of our Southern Province sisters to join us for our 2013 Women’s Spiritual Retreat. Our retreat leader will be Sr. Julia Simmons from the Mountain Laurel Fellowship.Sr. Simmons will help us reach a deeper spirituality, encouraging us to discern ways in which God’s story is reflected in our own stories. We will explore various creative ways to express our relationship with our Savior. This will be a time to experience peace, spiritual growth, and shared fellowship with our sisters.For more information, call: The Rev. Willie Israel 1-407-719-2481

Youth Convo 2013: Greensboro College campus will soon be host to Moravians from all over North America for the Youth Convo of 2013. Convo has been bringing together youth to build relationships, learn, and worship since 1957. This year, from June 30-July 6, Moravians who have completed grade 9 through grade 12 can gather in Greensboro to experience these once in a lifetime moments. Registration is due by March 15, so don’t miss out! For more information and to register, visit http://www.youthconvo2013.org/blog/.

Play Ball! Please join the Funtastics for our annual Winston Salem Dash ballgame on May 8. The game starts at 11AM and the church bus will leave at 10AM. A block of tickets have been reserved mostly under cover and along the first baseline. These are excellent tickets and are available for $10 each. Reserve your tickets by April 15th using sign up sheets in classrooms or calling the church office.

Lunch? On April 18th the Funtastics lunch at renowned mountain eatery, Shatley Springs. Along the way stops will be made in West Jefferson to view the Ben Long frescoes at St Mary’s Episcopal Chapel and to watch cheese making at the cheese factory. The church bus will leave the church at 9AM. Please RSVP by April 15th using sign up sheets in classrooms or by calling the church office. All are welcome. Bring a friend!

Shed Those Unwanted Pounds!(of sensitive old documents and receipts)

April 15th has passed, and it’s time to clean out those old tax receipts and documents that you’ve been meaning to dispose of for years. The Advent Class is making it easy for you to finally get rid of that stuff. Simply box it up and bring it to the church on Saturday, April 27th from 9 AM till Noon where it will be securely and professionally shredded.

So, save the date, start cleaning out those files and look for more details to follow in April bulletins!

Men’s Prayer Breakfast April 5 @ 7 AM

RSVP Online: www.newphilly.org


OPEN DOOR LUNCH - April 311:30 AM

Our Menu: Baked Ham, Steamed Broccoli, Sweet Potato Casserole, Roll, Assorted DessertsFor I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, - Matthew 25:35

The Newsletter Deadline is the 20th of each month.

New Friendship Class Annual Yard SaleSaturday April 27 @ 7AM / Church Pavilion

Drop off items Friday, April 26“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”

New Philadelphia Moravian Church4440 Country Club RoadWinston-Salem, N.C. 27104336-765-2331www.newphilly.org

Worth Green, Senior PastorJohn G. Rights, Associate Pastor

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MorAviAn Motto

In Essentials, Unity;In Non-Essentials, Liberty;

In All Things, Love

our Mission stAteMent

New Philadelphia seeks to be a caring congregation, worshiping God, and encouraging one another to seek

a closer relationship with Jesus Christ, as we follow the lead of the Holy Spirit in Service and in Mission.

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April 2013 Newsletter