February 2019 Bulletin

February 2019

Galilee United Methodist Church
45425 Winding Road
Sterling, Virginia

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Welcome

Let Love Reign

Welcome to Galilee! We’re a church that believes that ordinary people can change the
world when we are led by love.
Our worship series this month focuses on human relationships. All people, single as well
as married, young and old, are included in Jesus’ admonition to love one another. Paying
attention to the Biblical lessons of love can make us better friends, better spouses,
better citizens, and better people.
Join us in February as we look at God’s will for our relationships and “Let Love Reign.”
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 you may email the church
office: [email protected].

FEBRUARY 2019
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

27 28 29 30 31 1 UMVIM 2
ERT Basic
UMVIM 3 4567
ERT Certification
11 GALentines12 13 14 8-4PM
Recertification
1-4PM for girls 8 Memory Cafe9
12-2PM
BudBdaicekspa(cBkP1B0) 1-5 grades
Packing 15 16
4-7PM
in MR - 10AM 22 23
17 18 19 Potbelly 20 Men’s Nigh2t1
Fundraiser for Longhorn 12
BPB Packing24 BPB @5PM Steak House
in MBRoo-k1C0lAuMb by Wegmans 6:30PM
Waxpool
Bo5o:k30Cplumb
-5:30pm 25 26 27 28
Mental Health

First Aid Class

9-5

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All students in grow
grades 6-12 are hour
invited to the youthSundays 10:15 am
Youth Center. group
Friends are
welcome too! Sundays  7-8:30pm 

galileeumc.org/youth

EXCEPT 2nd Sundays 4-5:30pm

Super Bowl

Super Morning

February 3 @ 10:15 
Youth Center
Donuts, Trivia, Prizes & More!

Registration Open!
galileeumc.org/events

Join us for camp @ Skycroft
June 23-28

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 The Bible
Led by Kristen Jenkins (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.

February 3 - Ecclesiastes Pt. 1 February 17 - Song of Songs
February 10 - Ecclesiastes Pt. 2 February 24 - Jeremiah

Sundays: NOOMA

10:15am · Room 202
Led by Chris Richter
NOOMA is a series of short films that explore our world from a perspective of Jesus.
Jesus lived with the awareness that God is doing something, right here, right now,
and anybody can be a part of it. He encouraged his listeners to search, to ques-
tion, to wrestle with the implications of what he was saying and doing. Wherever he
went, Jesus started discussions about what matters most, because for Jesus, God is
always inviting us to open our eyes and join in.
No prep needed - each is a stand alone class.

Small Groups

Sundays: Parents of Teens Class

Led by Lisa Collins
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
4th Sunday of each month

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 the fourth Sunday of each month (February 24)
@ 5:30 for a light meal and open discussion. Contact [email protected] for
details and to learn what we are reading now.
February’s book is Brooklyn by Colm Toibin.

Monday Women’s Evening Group

Led by Mary Ellen VanNederynen
6:30pm - Adult Flex
Join us for dinner and study.
When it comes to anxiety, depression, and stress-related illnesses,
America is the frontrunner. Thankfully, there’s a practical prescription
for dealing with them.
Does the uncertainty and chaos of life keep you up at night?
Is irrational worry your constant companion?
Could you use some calm?
Anxious for Nothing invites readers to delve into Philippians 4:6-7.:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiv-
ing, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will
guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Small Groups

Women’s Wednesday Morning Study
Begins Feb. 20
Led by Emilie Beckelhimer
9:30am - Adult Flex

Are you ready to become the person God has called you to be? In
A Life Beyond Amazing, bestselling author Dr. David Jeremiah
uncovers God’s strategy for change and challenges you to make
nine important decisions that will transform your heart, your life,
and your world.

This life-changing book explores the nine qualities of character that carry us forward.
Three of these have to do with our relationship with ourselves, three deal with interactions
with other people, and three of them focus on our relationship with God. Spiritual
principles are true in any situation. But we must make a conscious decision to employ
them in our daily lives.

God has given us wisdom for these days. A Life Beyond Amazing answers the questions
that keep us up at night and shows that the way forward is a reminder of who we are in
Christ and why it matters.

Wednesday: PrimeTimers Luncheon Prime
Timers
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.

They 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].

Location: The Holiday Inn: 45425 Holiday Drive, Sterling, VA 20166
There was something different about the way Jesus communicated
with the lost: He didn’t force answers upon people, He asked
questions. So why don’t we?
Following Christ’s example, author Randy Newman has been using
a questioning style of evangelism for decades. In this provocative
book, he provides practical insights to help Christians engage others in meaningful
spiritual conversations. He challenges us to examine how we think about people,
their questions, and our crucial message.

Thursday Morning Sisters in Christ Study Group

Led by Nancy Epperson and Peggy Whale
9:30am - Adult Flex
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.

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



Registration
is 
open

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

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.

Answers to the Most Frequently Asked
Questions about Stephen Ministry®

• What are Stephen Ministers?
Stephen Ministers are laypeople trained to provide one-to-one, Christ-centered
care. They have a compassionate heart for those who are hurting, and they’re
equipped with caring ministry skills by their congregation’s Stephen Leaders. A
Stephen Minister typically has one care receiver at a time and meets with that
person once a week to listen, care, pray, encourage, and offer emotional and
spiritual support.

• In what types of situations do Stephen Ministers provide care?
Stephen Ministers provide care to individuals facing difficult times in life—grief,
cancer, divorce, financial difficulties, hospitalization, chronic illness, job loss,
disability, loneliness, a spiritual crisis, or other life struggles.

• How does Stephen Ministry benefit pastors?
Stephen Ministry supports pastors by deepening, expanding, and extending
the caregiving capacity of their congregations. A team of Stephen Ministers,
together with a pastor, can provide ongoing care for more people than the
pastor could provide alone. This also frees pastors to invest more time in other
important ministry areas.

• Do Stephen Ministers care for people outside their congregation?
Yes. Stephen Ministers often provide care for people in the broader community,
enhancing and expanding a congregation’s outreach in a powerful way.

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

SANDWICHES  SOUPS  SALADS  SHAKES  COOKIES

Backpack Buddies

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 20TH 5:00 PM
22035 Dulles Retail
Sterling, Va
571-434-7710

NH-EVNT-013

Next Level Innovations

FEBRUARY 2019
NEXT LEVEL INNOVATIONS UPDATE

We’re moving forward in 2019 with Galilee’s Next Level Innovations:

Making Space for God to Work
The Building Use Study Committee, a group of staff and laity, is providing input to our ar-
chitect on how Galilee’s building is currently used and how it may be used in the future.
This will help the architect design the renovation of the original building.

Maturing Discipleship
We’ve started a new Grow Hour group led by Chris Richter. It is based around short films
that explore our world from the perspective of Jesus. Each week offers a stand-alone
message, with no prep needed, so participants don’t need to worry about missing weeks
or a “heavy workload.” Drop in to the new group, called NOOMA (a phonetic spelling of
the Greek word for wind, “pneuma”) Sundays @ 10:15.

A Heart for the Local Community
Our relationships with local schools continue to deepen. Three new Rolling Ridge
Elementary mentors will be trained mid-January, bringing the total to 17 for this school
year. Rolling Ridge has also invited Galilee to be part of their Spring Carnival (scheduled
for April 27).

If you have a question, thought, or concern about any NLI related topic, please email me
at [email protected].

Sandy Campbell
[email protected]

Ministry Highlights

EARLY RESPONSE TEAM TRAINING

A Church Prepared
When disaster strikes, the local church usually provides the first response.

This basic understanding—that disaster response is local—helps form a
foundation for UMCOR’s nattional training and response. UMCOR equips
United Methodists to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters,
supporting conference and church ministries so that they can be the hands

and feet of Christ in a hurting world.

BASIC CERTIFICATION: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 8AM-4PM

RECERTIFICATION: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1PM-4PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MONDAY, JANUARY 28

VISIT GALILEEUMC.ORG/EVENTS TO REGISTER

Memory Cafe

February 9 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

February 7 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 December 2018.

December 2018 Variance YTD 12/31/18 Variance
Actual Forecast $ % Actual Forecast $ %
Total Income 135,093 162,073 (26,981) (16.6) 1,209,818 1,338,882 (129,065) (9.6)%

Expenses
Staff 45,555 52,413 6,858 13.1% 577,709 628,960 51,251 8.1%
Operating 21,075 24,945 3,870 15.5% 265,607 311,429 45,822 14.7%
Sub-Total 66,631 77,359 10,728 13.9% 843,316 940,389 97,073 10.3%

Apportionments 41,252 13,751 (27,502) (200.0)% 165,009 165,009 - 0.0%
Mortgage 20,077 20,081 4 0.0% 240,919 240,969 50 0.0%
Sub Total 61,329 33,832 (27,497) (81.3)% 405,928 405,978 50 0.0%
Total Expenses 127,959 111,190 ( 16,769) (15.1)% 1,249,244 1,346,367 97,123 7.2%

ChangeinNetAssets $7,133 $50,883 $(43,750) 86.0.% $(39,426) $(7,485) $(31,941) (426.7)%

ALTAR GUILD

Did you know that Galilee has an army? It is a silent army and a busy one. It’s a
volunteer army that we call the Altar Guild. They make our sanctuary a great place
to worship God.
The Altar Guild raises wall banners and paraments on the altar to fit the season and
the scripture. They prepare communion and do the clean up afterwards. They water
plants and keep the pews tidy and stocked with tissues, envelopes, giving cards,
pencils, and the all-important Scribble Sheets for Little Methodists.
The Altar Guild also uses natural beauty to glorify God by arranging for flowers on
Sunday mornings. If you would like to give flowers for a birthday, anniversay, special
memory, graduation, birth of a child, or just to honor God, the Altar Guild can do
that. The cost is $35 for a regular arrangement. Special arrangements may be more.
Sign up on the Connection Card or on the flower calendar
located in the lobby on the column closest to the office.
Leave your phone number and you will be called about the
type/color of flowers you would like.
For more information about the Altar Guild, you can email:
[email protected].

CONGRATULATIONS
Galilee!

Our congregation donated 5,400 pounds of food to Loudoun Hunger Relief in
2018! Because we are a caring congregation, our Loudoun neighbors have
access to food including healthy choices.
Unfortunately the need doesn’t end - LHR stands ready to assist furloughed
government employees if they become food insecure. So please continue to
donate shelf-stable foods and fresh produce knowing you are helping meet a
potentially growing need.
All the volunteers of the a Galilee LHR Ministry are very grateful to you for your
generosity. Thank you!

Apples Garlic Beets Oranges

Carrots Plantains Ginger root

Potatoes Lemons/Limes Onions

Peppers Turnips Yucca

Please bring in all donations of fresh food on the LAST Sunday of each month.
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.

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

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Mondays NEW Monday evening Pickleball!
7:00pm - 9:00pm For more information contact: [email protected]

Location: Galilee Gym

Wednesdays Looking for a new way to get light exercise? We play Pickleball
12:00pm - 2:00pm every Wednesday in the gymnasium. Active adults welcome.

Location: Galilee Gym

Prayer Shawl Ministry

1st Sundays The Prayer Shawl Ministry makes shawls for those in the
10:15am - 11:00am hospital or in need of comfort. Knitters or crocheters are
welcome, as is anyone interested in learning.
New people of all skill levels welcome as well as any yarn donations.

Location: Conference Room

Men’s Night Out

3rd Thursday Longhorn Steak House
February 21
6:30pm 21075 Dulles Town Circle
Sterling, VA 20165

Start the year off right with food and drinks, see old friends and make new ones. We
will meet Thursday, February 21, 2019 at Longhorn Steak House - 6:30 PM. We really
do have fun! Bring someone with you - there is no need to register. 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. No need to RSVP. If you have questions
or ideas for our 2019 get togethers, email: [email protected]

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 March monthly bulletin is Meadowland Elementary!
February 15. Please email your
information to the church office: Please neatly trim Box Tops and drop
[email protected] them in the collection box located
on the shelf with the
Backpack Buddies food!