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“The National Day of Prayer’s four-step approach to effective communication with God is simple, practical, and biblical. We call it P.R.A.Y. – Praise, Repent, Ask and Yield.” Shirley Dobson For true Christians, prayer [Gk: "proseuche"] is communion with God. Through prayer we actually experience relationship with God. The quality of our prayer life then determines the quality of our relationship with God. Prayer is talking with God. Prayer is listening to God. Prayer is enjoying the presence of God. It can take many forms – for example: worship, confession, thanksgiving, praise, petition (asking for things), waiting (silent, listening and sensing of God) and warfare (command). If we are baptized in the Spirit we can pray with the spirit. (1 Corinthians 14:2, 14)

Prayer is not simply saying words. It is not repeating formulas. God is looking for heartfelt relationship.

God says to continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving (Colossians 4:2). We ought always to pray and not lose heart (Luke 18:1). Pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Watch therefore and pray always (Luke 21:36).

We pray because…We love God. We depend on God. We need to resist temptation. We need to invite God to act in salvation. God commands us to pray. President Franklin Roosevelt called for our nation to unite in prayer – O Lord, give us faith. Give us faith in Thee.

And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God. Luke 18:27

For more information check National Day of Prayer website. Also, see page 4, 6, and 11-13 for more thoughts for prayer.

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Sunday, May 4 at 9:00 AM Monthly Meeting will meet in the

Fellowship Hall Come participate in the business of the meeting.

Breakfast Refreshments will be provided by Ministry and Counsel member, Ruby Brendle.

Saturday, May 3 – 12:00 PM FIFTH ANNUAL

Deep Creek Friends Meeting GOLF TOURNAMENT

FREE LUNCH: 12:00 NOON REGISTRATION: 12:30 PM PUTTING CONTEST: 1:30 BEGIN PLAY AT 2:00 Proceeds: Funding for Youth and Young Adult Summer Mission Trip

Sponsored by Christian Education Committee. See Jared or Jay to help or participate.

May 4, 11:00 AM Worship – Guest Speaker

Eden Grace is a member of Beacon Hill Friends Meeting in New England Yearly Meeting. She holds a Masters of Divinity degree from Episcopal Divinity School in Cambridge, Massachusetts and a Certificate in International Mission and Ecumenism from the Boston

Theological Institute. From 2004 to 2013, Eden served as the Field Officer for Friends United Meeting in the Africa Ministries Office in Kisumu, Kenya. She currently works as the FUM Global Ministries Director, based in the Richmond, Indiana headquarters. Eden has also been active in the World Council of Churches since 1998. She and her husband Jim have two teenage sons, and are enjoying hosting a 17-year-old Kenyan exchange student. 11:00 AM Worship - May 11 and May 25 Guest Speaker: Billy Britt Billy is a writer, retired pastor and former superintendent of North Carolina Yearly Meeting. No stranger to Deep Creek, he has been speaker at revival and other events.

Special Music for Worship Services – May 4th Skyler Raines 11th The Choir 18th Caleb’s Crossing 25th The Choir Submitted by Vickie Warden

Greeting the People – May 4th Wiley & Shelby Shore 11th Gladys Adams and Brenda Adams 18th Ruby Brendle 25th Carol Shore Submitted by Teresa Welborn

Children’s Church Assistants – May 4th Sarah Ray 11th Skyler Raines Submitted by Angie Brendle

Nursery Workers for Worship – May 4th Franklin & Anita Shore 11th Don & Pam Steelman 18th Tracy Ray and Alli Jones 25th Louis & Libby Shore Submitted by Roger Holt

Sanctuary Flowers – May Whittier Sunday School Class This month, contact Angie Brendle to place flowers for a special occasion.

Submitted by Angie Brendle

The Choir Will Practice: May 4 at 5:00 PM

Relay For Life of Yadkin County Friday, May 09 – 6:00 PM – Until - at Forbush High School.

Entertainment, Food, Fellowship, Recognitions for Cancer Awareness.

Attention All Graduates: May 18, 11:00 AM Worship

Deep Creek Graduation Sunday Speaker – Youth Director, Jared Warden

Music by Caleb’s Crossing Power Point presentation of graduates

Graduates recognized: 8th Grade – Graduate School (You may wear your robe.)

Followed by a Taco/Mexican Lunch (Sponsored by Christian Education Committee.)

*Everyone join the graduates for a fellowship meal.

All Graduates will be recognized in the June issue of The Encourager. We will be including Elementary – Graduate School and will need a picture and article. Remember recognitions, special involvements, honors, and family members.

e-mail or give pictures to Jared & Shelby.

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Special Music: - May 18 Graduation Sunday

11:00 AM

RESPONSIBILITIES We all have them. But we don’t all take them as seriously as we ought to. Wouldn’t it be great, though, if we all took responsibility for the things we are responsible for? Wouldn’t it be great if you took responsibility for everything you’re responsible for? It’s time to stop the finger-pointing and excuse-making and to remove the “ir” in irresponsible. In this 4-part series, Andy Stanley tells us it’s time to ask ourselves, “Am I taking responsibility for my life . . . REALLY?”

Session titles: 1. Let the Blames Begin 2. The Disproportionate Life 3. This Is No Time to Pray 4. Embracing Your Response Ability

When: Every Wednesday in May at 7:00 PM Light supper/snack included Where: Deep Creek Fellowship Hall

*See Angie Brendle for more information.

The Lord is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him. Exodus 15:2

“This verse is what Christian music band Caleb’s Crossing puts into every note.” Their music style is a combination of Country and Southern Gospel. The band, formed in January 2011, includes Todd Chrisco, Jonathan Jessup, and Matt Lineback. They are each gifted musicians playing several instruments as well as vocals. They are “passionate about music that presents God’s hope to the listener.” The group has performed at several churches in the area and we look forward to having them at Deep Creek.

NOTE: While we are looking for a pastor. . .

In Case of an Emergency, illness or any special need for a pastor, contact Roger Holt, Clerk of Ministry and Council at

336-244-3541

Rules to Live By: The Queries from North Carolina Yearly Meeting Faith and Practice for Home and Family. Do you make your home a place of hospitality, friendliness, peace, and Christian fellowship?

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Join Friends across to PRAY.

PRAY for a different Meeting or program each day.

PRAY for Deep Creek Friends every day.

For the congregation For our Children & Youth Directors For our Ministry and Counsel looking

for a pastor

It is the duty of nations, as well as men, to owe their dependence upon the overruling power of God.

Abraham Lincoln

The Five Finger Prayer

1. Your thumb is the nearest to you, so begin your prayers by praying

for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is a sweet duty.

2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal. This includes teachers, doctors and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.

3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for our president, leaders in business and industry, and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God’s guidance.

4. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger, as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or pain. Also pray for Christian marriage to last till death. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.

5. And last comes our little finger, the smallest finger of all which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, The least shall be the greatest among you. Your pinkie finger should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself more effectively.

Contributed by Angie Brendle

All that I am, or hope to be I owe to my angel mother.

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Food for the Hungry

I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for Me." Matthew 25:40

Dear Friends,

Thanks for your continued support of Yadkin Christian Ministries. The big event this month will be the Postal Service Food Drive on Saturday, May 10. Place you bag of any kind of non-perishable food at your mail box and your mail man/woman will pick it up.

Suggested items to bring to church for this month are canned pinto beans, canned fruit, and boxes of Hamburger Helper. Also paper grocery bags and the sleeves that cover newspapers continue to be needed and checks and cash are always appreciated. Phyllis Barnes

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May 3rd NC USFW Spring Conference Quaker Lake

9:00 AM – Registration and Refreshments 10:00 AM – Music, Business, Speaker: Eden Grace

Quaker Young Women will meet at the church, May 19th at 7:00 PM with hostess Priscilla Shore

and Rhonda Moran. Angie Brendle

Circle # 1

Next meeting – June 9 @ 7:00 PM

May 5 at 6:00 PM NC Quaker Men Spring Fling

New Hope Friends Meeting in Goldsboro. Note from New Hope Friends: New Hope Quaker Men are preparing for a good group. Eden Grace will be our speaker. Our local meeting will provide some special music. Wilbers’ Barbecue will cater barbecue dinner with all the trimmings and local ladies will prepare homemade dessert. Cost will be $10.00 per meal.

VBS Information

? Can You Help

Volunteers Needed for VBS week, June 1-6

Materials are Needed for VBS:

Donate or loan any of these items:

Brown paint (1 gallon) Orange paint Blue cellophane paper (2 or 3 rolls) Brown table covering/paper Light Blue sheets (several needed) 5 or 6 Tan sheets Brown canvas tarps 2 or 3 Pool noodles (need several) Greenery Baskets

*If you can help see Angie or Jared.

VBS Offering to Help Kids at Collide Church

A new church just begun by Nicholas Poindexter, who grew up in Deep Creek

From Nick: Thank you to all of our friends and family at Deep Creek Friends for your encouragement and prayers for Collide Church! During our first month of services we have already seen God move in amazing ways... Not only has our Worship space been full every week, but more importantly we've also had guests indicate faith in Jesus for the first time! Praise God! Not only that, but our Collide Kids area is busting at the seams as well. One way we would like to alleviate some if their space issues is by purchasing a small playground set to install in our back lot. We are so thankful for churches like Deep Creek who understand the need for church planting and want to help out! Thanks so much for considering Collide Church for your VBS offering! Our kids ministry will be forever grateful for your generosity!

See Children’s page for more VBS details.

On May 10, Janet and Leon Robbins will be at the Unifi building beside McDonalds in Yadkinville to help sort the food as the mail carriers drop it off. If you would like to volunteer to help sort cans for YCM, please meet us at Unifi at 2:00 PM. If you have question, please call Janet at 336-971-1212. Thanks so much! Janet

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¢hange for Turkana The children of the Primary and Middler Sunday School Classes are excited that you are helping them help children in this poor section of Kenya. They have learned that one of the few ways to generate income in that desert area is basket weaving. However, the supplies are very hard to come by. Your pocket change can make a big difference in the life of a family at this mission. The children enjoy collecting your change on 2nd and 4th Sundays.

Craig Shore is Heading to Uganda

Craig continues to make preparations for a mission trip to Uganda with the organization, SixtyFeet. It’s not long until June 22-28 and he still needs prayers and additional financial support between $1,000 to $1,500. He will be getting shots this month and would like to have any financial assistance turned in by June 1.

Craig says “If anybody would like to follow my online journal of the mission trip it can be found at: http://thornbroquaker.tumblr.com/.”

Memorial Day – May 30 (observed this year on May 26)

Have you considered voting in memory or in honor of a Veteran? The Vote in Honor of a Veteran Program provides North Carolina citizens an opportunity to pay tribute to those that have served the country. You can honor a Veteran this upcoming Election by requesting a button and/or sharing a story that may be posted on the North Carolina State Board of Elections website. Each button will be personalized with the name of the Veteran that you wish to honor. These buttons are being provided free of charge by the North Carolina State Board of Elections. Go to www.ncsbe.gov for details. The Primary Election is May 6; General Election is November 4.

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Children’s Church at 11:00 AM

May 4th – "What are the Fruits of the Spirit?" Volunteer - Sarah Ray

May 11th – * (NOTE: Date Change due to Graduation Sunday on May 18)

"Patience" Volunteer - Skyler Raines

FOJ Meetings:

May 11th - NO FOJ (Mother’s Day) Spend time with your mothers!

May 18th - @ 5:00 pm

“LOVE" Snacks- Angie Brendle

Plan Now and Invite Your Friends Deep Creek Friends Meeting

Presents 2014 Vacation Bible School:

June 1-6, 2014; 6-8pm Sunday - Thursday (light meal served) Friday: 6:00 - Kids and Workers; 6:30 – Program followed by

Hot Dog Supper for everyone - family, friends and congregation

VBS Offerings will go to help in Yadkinville (A work just begun by Nick Poindexter) See pg. 5 For more information contact Jared Warden (336-428-0775) or Angie Brendle (336-679-8089)

CHILDREN

From Angie:

Come see how God can guide and provide!

Guessing Game Winners: Noel Hutchins Luke Hobson Jack Wagoner

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April was a good month at Deep Creek. The DOGS and Youth groups continued with their regular monthly meetings.

In preparation for our summer activities, we began a new study on the 12 Disciples of Christ. We first looked at Andrew, Peter, James and John. These are the disciples we see the most and see in the limelight the most. We observed the bold and rash behavior of Peter that often led him to trouble. We observed the quiet leadership style of Andrew and how he valued the individual. We also looked at the passion of James to find the truth and the love that John had for Christ. Looking at the personalities of 12 regular men that were among the innermost circle of Christ's followers has always fascinated me. It is so clear that the works they were able to do were because of Christ. They were extremely average men who completed tasks that were completely contrary to their nature. The power of God to take us as we are and use our personalities in the right places and times is simply amazing!

We also gathered on Good Friday to see the movie: God's Not Dead. This was an awesome time together in fellowship. It is encouraging to see more Christian based movies hitting the box office and doing fairly well!

The youth performed an Easter skit at our annual Easter Egg Hunt. They are always willing participants to show the message of Christ to the younger folks in our meeting.

I continue to be blessed at Deep Creek Friends! Blessings, Jared

YOUTH & JR.YOUTH

From Jared

Youth & DOGS Events Coming up...

May 3rd: Annual Deep Creek Golf Tournament

May 4th: - Dogs @ 5:00 - Youth @ 6:30 Last day to give Jared pictures for Graduation Sunday Deadline to sign-up for the summer mission trip

May 18th: Graduation Sunday: We will recognize our graduates during the worship hour. May 18th: - Dogs @ 5:00 - Youth @ 6:30

June 1st – 6th: - Vacation Bible School -

June 8th: Special DOGS/Youth Service. Time TBA.

June 12th – 22nd:- Summer Mission Trip to Kaibeto, Arizona

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Congratulations

Kaylee Shore In all-County Chorus

Kaylee Shore received the honor to be chosen as one of five students from Boonville Elementary School to be a member of the Elementary All-County Chorus. Students are selected on their musical singing abilities. They must also be willing to put in extra after school practice time to learn new music. The final all-day event included musical instruction by guest director, Libby Brown, formerly at Forbush High School, and a beautiful evening performance on the stage of Willingham Theater at Yadkin Cultural Arts Center April 15.

Reeces aRe pRoud GRandpaRents

It doesn’t take much for a child to get the attention of a grandparent, but evidentially Charles Reece’s performance caught the eye of a reporter for the Winston-Salem Journal. Tony and Geneva Reece didn’t even notice anything special about the Sunday paper until a phone call sparked their interest. According to Grandmother Geneva, “Charles Daniel is on the front page of the Journal”. The largest picture on the front of Sunday’s Journal, April 27, was titled “Honorable role” and showed Scout member, Daniel Reece working as volunteer directing bus traffic at MerleFest. According to the article, the Scouts are the first and last people you will see at the festival which makes a long tiring day for a Boy Scout. The Wilkes County Scout’s white busses have shuttled attenders, for donations as a fundraiser, since 1988 when they began with one activity bus - now 13. Charles is a serious Scout and has earned the “Order of the Arrow”. He is a member of Troup 335 from First United Methodist Church in North Wilkesboro.

Trevor Collins, Skyler Raines and Jacob Brendle, in all-county band

Trevor Collins, a student at Starmount Middle School and Skyler Raines and Jacob Brendle, students at Forbush Middle School were chosen to perform in All-County Band on Friday, April 11, during Evening of The Arts, held at Forbush Middle School. Students are chosen by their Band Director based on their playing abilities. This year's guest clinician for All-County Band was Daniel Jarvis who is currently the band director at West Stokes High School. Mr. Jarvis graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2007 and has served as assistant director or lead band director of several middle and high schools, but has spent the past two years in Stokes County. The youth in the band practiced only five hours that day before performing three songs titled: Celtic Air and Dance, The Quest and Kilauea. They did a wonderful job performing these songs. Jacob plays flute, Trevor and Skyler play percussion. All three students plan to continue in band next year at high school.

Leon Robbins CeLebRates speCiaL biRthday On April 10, Leon Robbins reached the Big 5-0, as described by wife Janet. Most Sundays during worship, Leon is in the sound room making sure everyone can hear what is being said. Occasionally, if something doesn’t go right, he just can’t resist adding a little humor to the situation. We guess God is smiling too. He also takes the trash to the landfill on Mondays. Thanks Leon for what you do and Happy 50th Birthday. The sneeds CelebraTe milestone AnniversAry Allen and Wilma Sneed celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on April 16. We wish you many more.

Who in their infinite wisdom decreed that Little League uniforms be white? Certainly not a mother!

Erma Bomback May 11 – HappyMother’s Day

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Congratulations Continued

Bill Terrell’s nephew has win aT MerlefesT Joseph Terrell, nephew of Bill and Donna Terrell and son of Bill's brother Tom, won the General Category for Original Songs Competition at MerleFest. Many hundreds of people from across the country submitted videos of their original songs for this competition. There were four categories of music. Five finalists in each category were selected to compete at the festival. Joseph was selected as a finalist in the "general" category, and on Friday, April 25, performed his song "Angelina Jane is Long Gone" and won! All of the Terrell family and friends are very proud of this noteworthy accomplishment. Joseph, a gifted song writer, plays guitar and is the leader of the group Mipso, which plays in the folk tradition with bluegrass and Appalachian influences. Mipso started out in the Chapel Hill area and soon became a local music sensation. This past year they toured in Japan and China. He is a lifelong member of Springfield

Friends, and many of his songs have religious themes, often with a clear Quaker influence. On Sunday, Tommy Shore recounted how he had known Tom Terrell from Quaker Lake Camp as kids. Joseph, following in his father’s footsteps, went to Quaker Lake for many summer camps. He also falls right into the musical Terrell family, playing his instrument beside Uncle Bill, Uncle Richard and Grandmother Eldora. He learned from a whole family that sings the blessing before their meal and taught Bill and Richard’s dog, Tater, to sing, even to perform for the elderly at Friends Homes. Bill is honored to count himself as one of Joseph's musical influences growing up. Congratulations Joseph!! NOTE FROME THE EDITOR: Next month’s Encourager will include, in addition to the graduates, any students who have received end-of-year special honors, recognitions, awards or any other accomplishments. Please share the information with us.

Deep Creek Softball is Here Again

Lacey Smitherman is in charge and she “is excited about Deep Creek Softball again this year”.

To play – contact Lacey at 336-469-1550. All are welcome.

Games will last for 45 minutes to one hour. Admission is $1 for spectators. “We need all the cheerleaders we can get.”

First Game: May 6 at 7:00 PM – East Bend Senior Center

Deep Creek Softball Schedule – Spring 2014

Tuesday, May 6 – 7:00 …………… Enon Friday, May 9 – 7:00 …………….. Baltimore Tuesday, May – 13 – 7:00 ………… Church of Christ Thursday, May 15 – 8:00 …………. Union Cross Monday, May 19 – 7:00 …………... Richmond Hill Tuesday, May 27 – 7:00 …………... Old Richmond Thursday, May 29 – 7:00 ………….. Oak Ridge

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REMEMBER TO PRAY – Prayer changes things! The following information is included by request. Be specific when you pray and send notes.

This color indicates an addition or change from last month. Among those requesting prayer:

Pray for special needs of members, friends and relatives and celebrate God’s care. Contact the editor for information

I recall a time when my son was about 18 months old…I had him strapped in a backpack and was rushing to catch the bus. Apparently I miss-stepped and fell down an entire flight of stairs, (13 to be exact). I was bruised, bleeding and I had torn my jeans…but my main concern was, naturally for my child. My fears were alleviated though when from behind me I heard a gleeful giggle followed by, “Again!” Source Unknown ----- Remember Mother’s Day

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Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord. Psalm 127:3