Wake Forest Presbyterian Church

                          February 7, 2010

Worship Leaders Today: Elder of the Day: Sharon Kucyk Deacon of the Day: Jay Kennedy.

CHILDREN'S WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS FOR FEBRUARY 14^th: 8:30: Tracy Goesling 11:00: Amy & John Schmitzer.

NURSERY VOLUNTEERS FOR FEBRUARY 14^th: 8:30: Infants: Vacant Toddlers: Melissa Landry 2-3 Year Olds: Vacant 9:40: Infants: LeAne Boksleitner Toddlers: Vacant 2-Year Olds: Susan Gaines 3-Year Olds: Vacant 11:00: Infants: Vacant Toddlers: Kim Painter 2-Year Olds: Vacant 3-Year Olds: Rebecca Kearns.

OUR GIFTS FOR JANUARY 31, 2010:          General Fund: $2,900.00     

January Budgeted Expenses:                        General Fund: $

January Expenses (thru 2/4/10):                  General Fund: $56,708.72   

January Gifts Received:                              General Fund: $80,675.08    

CONGRATULATIONS TO DEBBIE OSTERHOUDT on her acceptance of a pastoral call, Pastor, Head of Staff, of First Presbyterian Church in Milledgeville, Georgia, effective February 15, 2010.

PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION HAS ENDED FOR THE 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR.  There are a few student openings available.  We have room for a few more two, three and five year olds.  Please give Dawn Brown a call at 488-1820 if you have interest or questions about availability.  We offer a developmentally appropriate preschool with lots of hands on activities offered in the classrooms.  Chapel and music instruction are provided weekly.

WORSHIP

SCHEDULING OF NURSERY VOLUNTEERS-Given the necessary cutbacks to address our church's deficit and budgeting challenges, WFPC will no longer have a paid position (Nursery Director) to schedule volunteers for our nursery.  Starting in February this volunteer coordination responsibility will be handled by a nursery committee consisting of church member volunteers.  Meanwhile, in order to offer our children stability, we will continue to have paid nursery caregivers working side by side with volunteers to care for our children.   If you have a heart for this type of ministry and are interested in helping our newly-formed nursery committee with the coordination of volunteers, please contact Lisa Baker (lisabaker@wakeforestpres.org). 

PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE NEXT NURSERY VOLUNTEER ROTATION FOR FEBRUARY-MARCH 2010. Please check your calendars and sign up at the table at the end of the preschool hall or check the schedules online on the website for your assigned dates (if applicable), www.wakeforestpres.org, and contact nurserycoordinator@wakeforestpres.org, to assist with this ministry. The nursery cannot run smoothly without your help.

MEDIA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED-Help is needed with WFPC media (audio, video, etc.) for worship services, choir rehearsals, and special events.  Training is available!  If interested, please contact Shawn McHenry or Bob Hendrickson.

I T COMMITTEE BEING FORMED-If interested in joining a technology committee at Wake Forest Presbyterian, please contact Shawn McHenry.

MISSION AND OUTREACH

BAKE SALE-Delicious homemade baked goodies will be sold on February 27th after each church service to support our Mission and Outreach Mission trip to Texas in April. Delicious cakes, (Chocolate bundt cakes, Italian Cheese cake), pies, (Angus barn chocolate pie, pecan pie), brownies, cinnamon rolls and all kinds of cookies will be sold. We will also have full and half cakes and pies.  If you forget your money or check book that day-don't fear we will take your IOU.  Please mark this day and help support our adults heading off to do God's work in Texas.

ONE-DAY FAMILY MISSION OPPORTUNITY-Saturday, March 27th 8AM to 5PM All are invited to participate in this short-term mission opportunity.  Our group will travel to New Hope Presbyterian Church Camp near Chapel Hill and complete minor repair and assist with preparation for their youth camping season.  Cost is $10 per participant who is 16 years or older. This will cover lunch and snacks.  Applications are available on the counter at the work room.  If you have questions, contact Robin Roper.

THE WINTER WFPC BLOOD DRIVE will be held today, February 7^th, in the CLC from 12:00 until 5:30. Come to donate and volunteer and enjoy the pre-Super Bowl fellowship. Thanks for your continued support; we are consistently collecting over 110 units of blood for those in need. If you have any questions or would like to assist in leading this ministry, contact Ed Pulliam or Gary & Ann Skinner.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

WE ARE INSTITUTING SOME NEW CHANGES TO SOME BRANCHES, combining some, dissolving some and leaving some as they are. Deacons received their new branch assignments this past week at their diaconate meeting.  Members should be hearing from their deacon soon. New updated directories are available in the church narthex and the CLC, please pick one up. PLEASE CHECK THE DIRECTORIES FOR ANY NEW BRANCH NUMBERS. REVIEW THE INFORMATION ON YOUR FAMILY AND INFORM THE OFFICE OR YOUR DEACON OF ANY PRINTED ERRORS. Deacon branch number assignments are printed in each week's Sunday bulletin. Checking the Prayer List each week in our bulletin is a great way to see if anyone in your branch needs extra attention. John pointed out that the Apostle Paul said, "Bear one another's burdens, and in so doing, you fulfill the love of Christ." Any questions or concerns don't hesitate to contact your deacon or Lynn Long, Congregational Care here at WFPC.

GOD'S LEADING LADIES WOMEN'S EVENT Feb. 19 & 20th in the CLC-You're invited to discover the starring role God created for you - featuring the very "punny" and inspirational Cindi Whiteside, speaker. You'll be uplifted and encouraged. You'll unearth scriptural truths and insights. And you'll laugh A LOT!! God says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Join us for this essential break from the busyness of life. Choose this event as your "date" with God! Friends welcome! Register online or fill out a registration card found in the Narthex and CLC. JUST ONE MORE WEEK TO REGISTER!

FELLOWSHIP

J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth) GROUP FEBRUARY EVENT-The next event is Saturday, February 13^th, at 4:00 pm for a Peace College Concert and Dinner.  Please RSVP to Wilma Steele.  The concert is the Raleigh Master Chorale in Kenan Recital Hall at Peace College in Raleigh.  Dinner will be at 6:45 pm at Mimi's Café, 6320 Plantation Center, Raleigh.  Reservations need to made early as tickets may sell out!

YOUTH

SOUPER BOWL OF CARING TODAY-More than 20 years ago, the Souper Bowl of Caring began with a simple prayer from a single youth group:  "Lord, as we enjoy the Super Bowl football game, help us to be mindful of those without even a bowl of soup to eat."  Since that day, more than $60 million has been raised for local charities across the country through the Souper Bowl of Caring.  It has become a powerful movement that is transforming Super Bowl weekend into the nation's largest youth-led weekend of giving and serving.  Please give generously today during all three worship services at WFPC.  We will be collecting canned/dry goods as well as loose offering for Tri Area Ministries, our 2010 Souper Bowl of Caring charity of choice.

 ASH WEDNESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER-Please join us for the WFPC annual Ash Wednesday Pancake Supper February 17^th.  The youth will be serving steaming fresh hot cakes, bacon, sausage, milk, juice, and coffee from 5 - 7 pm in the Christian Life Center (prior to the Ash Wednesday Service at 7 pm).  All of your supper donations go directly to help our youth attend summer trips this year.  Thank you for supporting WFPC Youth.

ADMINISTRATION

WFPC OFFICE STAFF IS SEEKING front desk volunteers (especially afternoons) to answer the phones and complete light office duties. Whatever time you can spare, we can utilize. Please contact Sandra White at 556-7777.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER

The upcoming menu is as follows:

February 10^th-Chicken Enchiladas

February 17^th-Ash Wednesday Youth Pancake Dinner

February 24^th-Parmesan Encrusted Chicken

RESERVATIONS/PAYMENTS ARE DUE A WEEK IN ADVANCE.  Sharing a meal together is a great way to connect with your church family. Enjoy good food and great company while letting go of the preparation. Call the church office or complete a reservation envelope that is available at the information desk in the Narthex. Reservation cards can be placed in the offering plate or the box provided on the desk. We understand emergencies may arise, but cancellations should be reported to the office.

Announcements for the bulletin are due in the Church Office each Wednesday by 12:00pm for the coming week's bulletin.  Announcements may also be sent to the church's email at secretary@wakeforestpres.org.  Any inserts that are to be added should be given to the Church Office "copy ready."  Due to space limitations, announcements may be edited for content.