December 2018 Bulletin

December 2018

Galilee United Methodist Church
45425 Winding Road
Sterling, Virginia 

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Welcome

“It’s A Wonderful Life”

Welcome to Galilee! We’re re-watching a classic this month.
To illustrate a principle, Jesus often used a parable—an earthly story with a heavenly
meaning. We see the same practice in the stories we tell again and again at Christmas,
like the story told in Frank Capra’s film,“It’s a Wonderful Life.”
On its surface,“It’s a Wonderful Life” is the story of a man facing material challenges—and an
angel earning his wings. But it’s also a story about goodness, about godliness, about miracles,
prayer, and redemption. It’s not too much of a stretch to talk about “It’s a Wonderful Life” as a
kind of gospel story.
Join us this advent season as Galilee explores the meaning of Christmas—and life—through
a worship series based on this beloved holiday classic.
If you’re new to Galilee, fill out a Connection Card so that we can get in touch. If you have
questions, pop into the office, call us at 703.430.2203, or email [email protected].

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Potluck
Children’s 9 Los Toltecos10 11 12 13
Christmas 14 15
Sterling
Program Fundraiser for 21 22
10:15AM BPB - All Day!
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Christmas 45

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Small Groups

Sundays: Friends in Faith

10:15am · Adult Flex
Led by Bill Johnson

Our Friends in Faith class will be studying a new short course entitled
“Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” The primary resource for the
course will be a series of DVD lessons by Rev. Adam Hamilton, the senior
pastor of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection near Kansas
City. Rev. Hamilton has written extensively on many aspects of the
Christian Faith and is much in demand as a speaker.

Sundays: Today’s Group

10:15am · Room 200

Can’t commit to a long-term Sunday School or Bible Study? Today’s

Today’s Group is a small group that meets on Sunday mornings in Groups
Room 200. It is a drop-in group designed to discuss the sermon of
the day. If you have already heard the sermon - the discussion will
take you more in depth. If you haven’t heard it yet, you will have
the opportunity to get a preview and an understanding of what the sermon is about.

Sundays: Parents of Young Children

10:15am · Room 206
Led by Kristen Jenkins

The Bible
(and What’s the Big Picture?)

Our lessons will be focused around the Bible Project (https://thebibleproject.com/)
videos and study guides. Our questions will be focused on learning how the story of the
Old Testament points toward the coming of Christ and God’s big plan for us. We will also
review the Big Picture Bible and how the story takes shape that is accessible for our kids.
Dec. 2 - Job
Dec. 9 - NO CLASS
Dec. 16 - Job
Dec. 23 – NO CLASS
Dec. 30 - Serve Sunday -Parents are invited to bring their children to pack in the BPB pantry.

Small Groups

Sundays: Parents of Teens Class

Led by Kathi Miller and Chris Smith
10:15am - Fellowship Hall
Parents meet and discuss issues relevant to teenagers and
soon-to-be teenagers. Conversation is centered on the
message and topics shared during the Youth GROW Hour and
Youth Group.

Galilee Book Club

Led by Chris Smith, Jennifer Shah & Mario Brathwaite
5:30pm - Adult Flex Room
The discussion will be Dec. 2!

Come be a part of the Galilee Book Club, a group of Christians reading books. We choose
one title a month and meet at Galilee on Sunday, December 2 @ 5:30 for a light meal
and open discussion. Contact [email protected] for details and to learn what
we are reading now.
November’s book is All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood.

Monday Women’s Evening Group

Led by Mary Ellen VanNederynen
6:30pm - Adult Flex
Join us for dinner and study.
From his beginnings as a humble carpenter to his all-important
role as the earthly father of Jesus Christ, Joseph’s place in the
nativity story is sometimes overlooked but contains valuable
lessons for all of us. Join Adam Hamilton as he examines
Christmas through the eyes of Joseph. Absent from much of the
biblical narrative, Joseph never spoke a word, but his courageous
actions were crucial to the birth of Christ and God’s salvation plan
for humanity.

Small Groups

Women’s Wednesday Morning Study

Led by Emilie Beckelhimer
9:30am - Adult Flex
The film classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” named the most
inspirational American film ever produced, has entertained and
inspired millions of viewers since its release in 1946.
The film was not made as a religious piece at all, but, as Greg
Asimakoupoulos asserts and proves, we can see God at work in
every scene. Each chapter highlights an important movie scene, relationship, or theme
and makes a spiritual point. Even those who haven’t seen the film will understand the
plot as Greg describes it, and people who know the movie so well they can recite the
dialogue will find themselves nodding in agreement, appreciating Greg’s thoughtful
insights.

Wednesday: PrimeTimers Luncheon PrTimimeers

Led by Ferd Wagner
11:30am

Multi-Purpose Room

PrimeTimers is a fellowship and Bible study group that meets throughout the year. They
are studying the book of Acts. The meeting begins with lunch at 11:30 a.m.

We have begun teaming up with Backpack Buddies to sort and pack food monthly and
have started a monthly card ministry for shut-ins. For more information see Ferd Wagner or
David or Laura Leroy or email the church office, [email protected]

Small Groups

Son-Rise Thursday Morning Study

6:30am We meet every Thursday morning at 6:30am
Newcomers are welcome. Contact: [email protected].
What is shaking in your world? Possibly your future, your
faith, your family, or finances? It’s a shaky world out there.
In Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of
God, pastor and author Max Lucado offers encouraging
guidance for overcoming sadness and despair, renewing a
sense of purpose, and triumphantly facing the fears of the
future.

Location: The Holiday Inn: 45425 Holiday Drive, Sterling, VA 20166

Thursday Morning Sisters in Christ Study Group

Led by Nancy Epperson and Peggy Whale
9:30am - Adult Flex
Nov. 29 - December 13
In his powerful yet compassionate voice, Pastor Rick Warren sounds
the clarion call to “remember the reason for the season,” taking us on
a journey back in time to the most wonderful story of all--the birth of
the baby Jesus.
Pastor Warren encourages you to identify and confront what drains peace from your life.
He explains that the way to respond to these “peace-robbers” is to learn how to surrender
to God’s will and not feel defeated or discouraged when life does not go as planned. True
peace of mind is found by having unshakeable faith--knowing that God will guide you
through life’s challenges.

At Galilee Church, we offer regular, intentional opportunities for people to grow in faith.
We strive to prepare people of all ages for a deeper relationship with God. Our greatest
tool for growth is the small group, where people come together to study the word and
build understanding, faith, and strong relationships. Our small groups are open to
everyone at any time. Feel free to drop in when you are able to see if a group is the right
fit for you.
More information on Galilee’s Small Groups can be found at galileeumc.org/small-groups

Christmas Eve
Join us on December 24
at Galilee Church

3pm Chapel Christmas Eve

Communion at Lansdowne Woods

5pm Family Service

Interactive worship service with skits and
praise music

7pm Candlelight Communion 

Staffed nursery available for ages 0-3

9pm Candlelight Communion

11pm Darkness to Light

Scripture lessons, carols, and communion

galileeumc.org

45425 Winding Road
Sterling, VA



Stephen Ministry is a congregational care program that equips lay
persons to provide Christian one-to-one care to those who are
experiencing all kinds of life needs and circumstances, both in our
congregation and community.

Stephen Ministers are known as the After People.
Stephen Ministers are there:

...after the phone call you hoped you’d never get.
...after the funeral, when everyone has left and the
emotions you’ve held at bay come crashing in on you.
....after the relationship falls apart and the bottom falls out of your life.
...after the doctor says, “I’m sorry, but there’s nothing more we can do.”
...after the nursing home director shakes your hand and says,

“Welcome to your new home.”
...after the last child honks the horn, waves, and drives away

—and the house suddenly seems empty.
...after the gavel comes down, the handcuffs go on,

and your loved one is led away.
...after the baby arrives, demanding more of you than you ever

dreamed possible.
...after you find a pink slip with your final paycheck.
...after your family and friends have heard your story one too many

times, but you still need to talk it out.
Stephen Ministers are the After People. They are ready to come alongside you—or
your friends, neighbors, coworkers, or relatives—and provide comfort and support
for as long after as needed.

If you are interested in learning more about Stephen Ministries at Galilee United
Methodist Church or if you know of someone who may be in need of a Stephen Minister,
contact the church office. ([email protected] or call 703-430-2203).
We especially encourage you, after you have learned more about Stephen Ministry, to
explore the possibility being a part of the Stephen Ministry training. If this is something
you wish to pursue, please contact the church office. Classes will begin in 2019!

Application available in the Church office.
Deadline is December 9, 2018

For more information about Stephen Ministries see their website: stephenministries.org

&

are joining forces to fight hunger!
Monday, December 10th

All day - 11:00am - 10:00pm

20% of sales will be given to Galilee’s BPB program!

Plan your lunch or dinner meeting now!
7 Pidgeon Hill Drive, Sterling, VA 20165

Tel: 703-421-3380

Registration
begins in
january

Registration for the 2019-2020 school year

Now offering full-day preschool with optional before and
after-school care for 3 and 4 year old students. 

Half-day classes are available for children ages 2 to 5 years old.

After-school care for elementary age children is available for
K-5 students from the following schools:

Algonkian ES Countryside ES
Horizon ES Potowmack ES

For more information or to schedule a tour,
contact [email protected]

Galilee Christian School               g a  lil5e7e1c.3h7r5i.s7t6ia8n5.org

Ministry Highlights
Loudoun Hunger Relief

Loudoun Hunger Relief provided over 1 million pounds
of food last year to those in our community that are food
insecure. LHR is grateful for the help they received from
Galilee, especially the fresh produce which is helping to
increase the health and wellness of the families they serve.
Please bring in all donations of FRESH FOOD on the LAST Sunday of each month.

Apples Garlic Beets Oranges Ginger Root

Potatoes Onions

Carrots Peppers Plantains Lemons/Limes Yucca Turnips

Please feel free to continue to donate throughout the month shelf-stable items
such as rice, beans, cereal, flour, sugar, peanut butter, jelly/jam and canned meats.

If you would like to join the LHR delivery team contact Kathi Miller at
[email protected].

Memory Cafe

December 8 Memory Cafe is a supportive place for people with mild to mid-stage

2nd Saturdays memory loss and their caregivers.

12:00pm - 2:00pm Bring your own lunch. Soft drinks and dessert will be

provided. Resources will be available for you to take home. Meet new

friends, socialize, and relax.

For more information, contact: [email protected].

Location: Youth Center

The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

December 6 The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group is specifically for caregivers

1st Thursdays and family of people experiencing dementia. It is not intended for

12:00pm - 1:30pm those afflicted with dementia (see Memory Cafe

Lansdowne Woods above). Attendees are welcome to bring lunch,

otherwise light snacks & water are provided.

For more information contact Deb Harney at
[email protected]

Location: Madison Room at Lansdowne Woods

Ministry Highlights

In response to a previous Financial Town Hall and the Financial Survey, Galilee will now
include financial information in the monthly bulletin. The following table shows financial
results for October 2018.

October 2018 Variance YTD 10/31/18 Variance
Actual Forecast $ % Actual Forecast $ %
Total Income 104,449 103,997 453 0.4 879,250 959,959 (80,709) (8.4)%

Expenses
Staff 44,448 52,413 7,965 15.2% 443,077 446,763 3,686 0.8%
Operating 39,053 22,716 (16,337) (71.9)% 206,198 261,538 55,340 21.2%
Sub-Total 83,502 75,129 (8,372) (11.1)% 649,275 708,301 59,026 8.3%

Apportionments 13,751 13,751 - 0.0% 123,757 123,757 - 0.0%
Mortgage 20,077 20,081 4 0.0% 180,689 180,727 38 0.0%
Sub Total 33,827 33,832 4 0.0% 304,446 304,484 38 0.0%
Total Expenses 117,329 108,961 (8,368) (7.7)% 953,721 1,012,784 59,063 5.8%

ChangeinNetAssets $(12,880) $(4,964) $(7,916) (159.5)% $(74,471) $(52,826) $(21,645) (41.0 )%

MISSION TRIP TO THE
CHILD RESCUE CENTRE
& MERCY HOSPITAL IN SIERRA LEONE

Projected trip dates are
May 18 - June 1

Applications are now being accepted for a new style of Helping Children Worldwide trip
to Mercy Hospital and the Child Rescue Centre in Bo, Sierra Leone. This team is targeted
to college students interested in learning about international missions, although anyone
with a heart for service is welcome to apply. Projected trip dates are May 18th – June
1st. The application deadline for this team is December 2. An interest meeting will be
held on December 15th at 10 am either in person at the HCW office in Chantilly or by
teleconference. For more information on the application process, or for teleconference
instructions for the interest meeting, contact the Missions Specialist at:
[email protected].

Next Level Innovations

DECEMBER 2018 NEXT LEVEL
INNOVATIONS UPDATE

Thank you to all who attended our Town Hall on November 4 to hear about what’s
happening with Next Level Innovations. If you missed it, it’s on the Galilee website –
go to “Podcast & Video” under the “Church” tab, and you’ll find it.
We’ll have more news in 2019 about our project to rehabilitate the original building. As
trustee Jim Cox noted at the Town Hall, we’ve identified an architect to begin the facility
study. It is a detailed process, and updates will be shared whenever possible.
In the new year, I invite each of you to share your gifts and talents in whatever way you
feel called – to lead a new small group or join an existing group, to participate in a Serve
project, or to volunteer on one of the many committees and ministry areas we have at
Galilee. New ideas, new leaders are always welcome!
Finally, as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ and to close out 2018, I want to
offer my sincere thanks for all the people who have contributed to the work of NLI, either
through a one time task, an ongoing commitment, or through prayer for Galilee and the
future of our church home.
Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, suggestions or thoughts relative
to NLI and Galilee. I wish you many blessings and peace through this holiday season.
Merry Christmas & Happy 2019!
Sandy Campbell
[email protected]

Fellowship

Line Dancing Welcome to all who are interested in exercise and fun!
Intermediate Class: Mondays 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Mondays and Beginner Class: Fridays 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Fridays Intermediate Review: Fridays 8:00pm
No classes:
Dec. 21, 24, 28, 31

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Pickleball NEW Monday evening Pickleball!
For more information contact: [email protected]
Mondays
7:00pm - 9:00pm Galilee Gym
OFF: Dec. 24, 31 Looking for a new way to get light exercise? We play Pickleball
Location: every Wednesday in the gymnasium. Active adults welcome.

Wednesdays Galilee Gym
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Location:

Men’s Night Out

3rd Thursday No Meeting in December
6:30pm 45425 Winding Road

Sterling, Virginia 20165

We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and look forward
to the next Men’s Group get-together on Thursday January 24, 2019 (details
to follow and subject to change).

We are looking to expand our presence in order to better serve our
community. All men are encouraged to attend for good food and
interesting conversation.

Contact: [email protected]

Meet the Pastors

REV. JASON DULEY - SENIOR PASTOR
Let me tell you what I believe. I believe the best life is one
that’s got meaning. I believe that God has given every person
an extraordinary purpose.
As a pastor of an active church, I get energy out of helping
people connect with God, with one another, and with their
life’s purpose.
I invite you to connect with Galilee and to connect with me. Hit me on social media
(facebook.com/jason.duley.944) or simply pick up the phone and call.
[email protected]

REV. GEITRA MICKELSON - ASSOCIATE PASTOR
Geitra Mickelson, Galilee’s newest addition to our clergy staff, is an
Ohio native who comes to our church with a background in music,
education, and theater. Active in church throughout her life, Geitra
responded to the call to ministry here in Virginia, where she has
lived since 2001.
“I responded to a call when God’s love convicted my heart. I’m
eager to share that love with a hurt and broken world. Jesus has
made all the difference in my life, and I believe he can make a
difference in yours—no matter what!”
“My goal is to work alongside others who are passionately committed to helping those in
need.”
Geitra serves in Galilee’s ministries and at the Chapel at Lansdowne Woods, and is
pursuing the completion of her Masters of Divinity at Wesley Theological Seminary.
[email protected]

Every Week at Galilee

Sunday

Morning Worship // 9:00am & 11:00am
Grow Hour // 10:15am
Youth Group // 7:00pm

Monday

Women’s Study Group// 6:30pm

Tuesday

Backpack Buddies (2nd Tuesday of each month)// 7pm

Wednesday

Women’s Bible Study // 9:30am
PrimeTimers Luncheon // 11:30am
Chancel Choir Rehearsal // 7:00pm

Thursday

Men’s Son-Rise Study // 6:30am
Sisters in Christ Bible Study // 9:30am
Wesley Ringers Bell Choir Rehearsal // 7:00pm

The deadline to submit information Galilee is still collecting Box Tops for
for the January monthly bulletin is Meadowland Elementary!
December 15. Please email your
information to the church office: Please neatly trim Box Tops and drop
them in the collection box located
[email protected] on the shelf with the
Backpack Buddies food!