Weekly newsletter from Woodinville Community Church

1. Weekly News from WCUMC-4/19/2015
"On the Road Again With Jesus"
Luke 24:13-35
Luke 24:13-16
On that same day, two disciples were traveling to a village called
Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking to
each other about everything that had happened. While they were
discussing these things, Jesus himself arrived and joined them on their
journey. They were prevented from recognizing him.
Jesus walks alongside of us in our times of grief, pain, and
confusion. Sometimes we fail to recognize His presence.
Jesus is always faithful to be present with us.
Luke 24:17-18
He said to them, "What are you talking about as you walk along?" They
stopped their faces downcast. The one named Cleopas replied,
"Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who is unaware of the things
that have taken place there over the last few days?"
Luke 24:25-27
Then Jesus said to them, "You foolish people! Your dull minds keep

2. you from believing all that the prophets talked about. Wasn't it
necessary for the Christ to suffer these things and then enter into his
glory?" Then he interpreted for them the things written about himself
in all the scriptures, starting with Moses and going through all the
Prophets.
Jesus calls us to know and believe the Word of God.
Jesus makes sense of all things. Through Him we learn what the
meaning of life is all about.
Luke 24:28-29
When they came to Emmaus, he acted as if he was going on ahead.
But they urged him, saying, "Stay with us. It's nearly evening, and the
day is almost over." So he went in to stay with them.
Jesus never forces His way into our lives. He allows us the choice ---
gives us the free will --- to accept Him or deny Him.
Luke 24:30-32
After he took his seat at the table with them, he took the bread,
blessed and broke it, and gave it to them. Their eyes were opened
and they recognized him, but he disappeared from their sight. They
said to each other, "Weren't our hearts on fire when he spoke to us
along the road and when he explained the scriptures for us?"
For Personal or Group Reflection
1. How would you describe the spiritual and emotional state of
Cleopas and his fellow disciple before Jesus teaches them?
2. Why don't they seem to believe the women's report of Jesus'
resurrection? (24:22-24)
3. Why does Jesus rebuke them? Is his rebuke fair or warranted? Why
or why not? (24:25-26)
4. In what sense is Jesus revealed to us today in "the breaking of
bread"? (24:31, 35)
5. How have you recognized Jesus' presence in your daily life? In the
crisis times of your life?
6. How have you ignored or rejected Jesus' presence in your daily life?
Next Week's Message by Jim Trott "Seeing the World Views of the Bible"
THIS WEEK AT WCUMC
Sunday - 4/19
Monday - 4/20
Tuesday - 4/21
 Women's Bible Fellowship, 9:00 AM, Gathering Place
 Men's Bible Study, 9:45 AM, Room 10
 Sewing Group, 6:00 PM. Memorial Room

3.  Finance Meeting, 7:00 PM, Room 11
Wednesday - 4/22
 Women's Bible Study, 9:30 AM. Memorial Room
 Youth Group, 6:00 PM, Crossfire Room
 Choir Practice, 7:15 PM, Sanctuary
Thursday - 4/23
 Business as a Holy Calling, 7:30 PM, Room 11
Friday - 4/24
Saturday - 4/25
 Outdoor Adventures Grey Whale Search
Sunday - 4/26
 Adult Sunday School classes, 9:00 AM
 10:30 AM - Worship Service
 Evening Worship Service, 6:30 PM, Sanctuary
Wednesday Women's Bible
Study
The Organic God: Fall in Love with God All
Over Again
9:20 Coffee in the Gathering Place
9:30 Study in the Memorial Room
Begins April 22
Do you long for a genuine encounter with God?
Through personal stories and scriptural insights, author Margaret
Feinberg invites you to enjoy a spiritual renewal.
In The Organic God, Margaret explores breathtaking glimpses of God's
character––His big-heartedness, kindness, beauty, mystery, and more–
–inviting you to discover God in a healthy, refreshing way.
Come join us! Childcare provided.
Questions? Contact Evelyn Carlson for more information,
425-483-5252.

4. Help "Beautify" Our Church Gardens
Can you help keep our church garden areas weed-free this spring and
summer? Adopt a small area that you can weed on your own time
schedule. See Jim Clark for sign-ups and to answer questions you
might have.
Cross Culture
Vacation Bible School
Thailand Trek
Join us as we trek across Thailand, learning about a different culture
and how God love EVERYONE all over the world.
Hear from our very own team that went to Thailand and spent time
with missionaries and kids your age!
WHEN: June 22-26, 2015
TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
COST: $35 if registered by May 11, 2015
$45 after May 11
FAMILY DISCOUNT AVAILABLE Ages 3 YEARS - 6th GRADE

5. We would like to offer the Financial Peace University course this
fall. In order to do this, we need a knowledgeable facilitator.
Please contact the church office is you are interested in facilitating
this course. 425-483-5252.
Made a Difference in Someone's Life.
Woodinville Crop Walk

6. May 2, 2015
Let’s walk together to help end hunger in the world.
• Join our WCUMC team. • Solicit pledges. • Walk for hunger.
A portion of proceeds goes to Woodinville Storehouse Food Bank.
Important Notice from the Food Bank
The Storehouse Food Bank is now offering rice milk, almond milk and
soy milk on a regular basis as alternatives to regular milk for those
clients with food allergies and special needs diets. If you would like
to donate any of these items, they can be placed in the regular
donation bins at the church. Thank you for blessing your community!
STOREHOUSE NEEDS THIS WEEK
 Hamburger Helper
 Cereal
Financial Update
March, 2015
GENERAL FUND
Monthly Cash Flow
Beginning Cash Balance 3/1/15 $ 1,092
March Cash Receipts $ 57,116
Less Tithe on Income (5,649)
Less March Operating Expenses ($ 40,993)
GF Cash Balance 3/31/15 $ 11,566
FAITH PROMISE
Total Faith Promises Pledged, 2014-15 $ 91,845
Faith Promises Beginning Balance 11/1/14 $ 10,646

7. Received, 11/1/14 - 3/31/15 $ 37,850
Disbursed, 11/1/14 - 3/31/15 ($38,836)
Faith Promise Ending Balance 3/31/15 $ 9,660
Want to give online?
Contributions can now be debited automatically from your checking or
savings account, or processed using your credit or debit card.
Simply follow these easy steps:
1. Go to www.wcumc.org
2. Click on the GIVE NOW button that appears on the top right of
the Home Page.
3. Click on the CREATE PROFILE button.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to create an online profile
and to schedule your recurring contributions to the church.
Prayer Chain Requests
Prayer Chain requests may be called to Barbara Clark at 425-483-3885
or the church at 425-483-5252 during office hours.
We hope to see you in church this Sunday and God Bless.
Have a great week!
This newsletter is published by Woodinville Community United Methodist Church for our
members, friends and all who love Jesus. Our vision is "To Share the Transforming Love
of Jesus Christ Across the Street and Around the World". If you are looking for a church
home with loving, devoted followers of our Lord, Jesus Christ, we invite you to attend our
Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 each Sunday. We are located at 17110 140th Ave NE,
Woodinville, WA 98072. Learn more at www.wcumc.org.