April 2019 Bulletin

April 
2018

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Sterling, VA 20165
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Welcome

Imagine taking a test Monday morning, if you haven’t had much to eat since Friday.
When Galilee saw area school children receiving inadequate nutrition over the weekend,
we acted. In 2011, Galilee’s Backpack Buddies started supplying thirty children weekend
meal packs. That ministry has grown to serve 400 children at six local schools.
As ever, we value your support of Backpack Buddies through donations of food. If you’re
wondering what to donate, visit mybackpackbuddies.org.
Yet Galilee sees a wider need, too. Sometimes what kids really need isn’t food, it’s adult
attention. Or it’s both. That’s why we’ve deepened our relationship with Rolling Ridge
Elementary to serve as mentors for second graders. Each week, fourteen volunteers from
Galilee and the Chapel at Lansdowne meet with students during lunch to review lessons
and to demonstrate love and respect for these young people. The children learn that they
have a caring adult in their life who will be there, week in and week out.
You can meet some of the children loved and helped by Galilee. On April 15 at the
11am service, we welcome the children’s choir from Meadowland Elementary, a Backpack
Buddies partner school. We are thrilled that the staff and kids at Meadowland chose to
join us on a Sunday morning. Say hello to them at a special fellowship time at 10am.
Backpack Buddies and the Rolling Ridge Mentors are always open to new volunteers. If
you feel the call to make an impact on the life of a child, contact me—I am blessed to
overlook the Serve Ministries at Galilee. My passion is to find the right place for you to
serve.
Thank you for using your gifts and time to help children. It makes a difference.
Rebecca Makowski
Director of Serve Ministries
[email protected]

CHILDREN'S  Available at both services after
CHURCH  Children's Message - Room 211

GROW Preschool - Room 208
HOUR K-2 - Room 211
10:15-10:50 Grades 3-5 - Room 203

Monthly

Overview

Jesus is alive!

We can tell others about
Jesus.

People can change when
they know Jesus.

I can share Jesus with
others even when it's hard.

SPORTS Telling people about Jesus

CAMP is the best gift of all!

JULY 16-20 stay in the
know
Sports camp is a uniquely fun and
special way to spread the BIG

News of Jesus Christ! Children will
improve in their desired sport,

learn about Jesus and His love for
them, and create lasting

relationships with friends and
leaders. Registration is open and

spaces are limited! Visit
galileeumc.org/events to sign up

and learn more.

youthAll students in
grow6th-12th grade are
invited to join us! hour
For more information, Every Sunday, 10:15am
in the Youth Center
contact Pam Bentley
Director of Youth and

youthFamily Ministries
grouppam.bentley@
galileeumc.org Every Sunday, 7-8:30pm

in the Youth Center

Join us for our April Youth Message Series

Friends . Faith . FUN!
June 24 - 29

Cost: $375 // $50 deposit

Register by April 15 @ galileeumc.org/events

Small Groups

Sundays: Friends in Faith

10:15am · Adult Flex
Led by Bill Johnson
On April 8 the Friends in Faith class will begin a new study. The
roots for many of the New Testament teachings may be found in
the Old Testament, and yet few Christians regularly read it. This
new video-based course is taught by Dr. Amy Jill Levine, professor
at the Vanderbilt University Divinity School. The course moves
along rapidly and focuses on the major topics and key people of
the Old Testament.

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.

April 2 – No Grow Hour (Easter) Everyone is invited to join us for a potluck at
April 8 - Joel Becky and Matt Sower’s House on Sunday, April
April 15 - Amos 8. Please RSVP here: www.SignUpGenius.com/
April 22 - Obadiah go/10C0B4DADA828A0F58-april
April 29 - Jonah

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 and Jennifer Shah
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 @ 5:30 for a light meal and
open discussion. Contact [email protected] for details and to learn what we
are reading now.
April’s book is All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely.

Monday Women’s Evening Group

Led by Mary Ellen VanNederynen
6:30pm - Adult Flex
Join us for dinner and study.
Trusted pastor and bestselling author Adam Hamilton draws on the
latest research, therapeutic insights, biblical principles, and personal
experience to untangle the knots of fear and truly embrace Jesus’s
recurring counsel to his followers: “Do not be afraid.” As a leading
voice in the progressive tradition, Hamilton communicates with grace
and understanding to a wide and inclusive audience in accessible
language that will ring true regardless of one’s religious conviction.

Small Groups

Women’s Wednesday Morning Study

Led by Ann Menozzi
9:30am - Adult Flex
The Wednesday morning bible study will be reading Max Lucado’s
“Traveling Light”. With the Twenty-third Psalm as our guide, let’s
release some of the burdens we were never intended to bear. Using
these verses as a guide, Max Lucado walks us through a helpful
inventory of our burdens. May God use this Psalm to remind you to
release the burdens you were never meant to bear.

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 Gospel of Mark. 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]

Wednesday Evening: Civil Christianity CIVIL

Led by Chris Richter CHRISTIANITY
7:00pm
Adult Flex Room

This new study will include a variety of different subjects including several of Adam
Hamilton’s books. It will begin with his video series Seeing Gray in a World of Black and
White. For more information contact: [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].

When it comes to anxiety, depression, and stress-related ill-
nesses, America is the frontrunner. Thankfully, there’s a practical
prescription for dealing with them. Anxious for Nothing, the most
recent book from New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado,
provides a road map for battling with and healing from anxiety.

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

Thursday Morning Sisters in Christ Study Group

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

This exciting series brings readers face-to-face with the truth of
God’s precepts, promises, and purposes--in just minutes a day. With
this inductive study of Proverbs readers will discover God’s truth and
wisdom for everyday circumstances. As they learn to observe, interpret,
and apply the text themselves, readers will come to a fresh understanding of God’s
guidance and His interest in their lives.

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

SPORTS
CAMP

VBS is going $50 Ages 3 -
sporty! Per Rising 6th
Child Grade
Kids will engage
in the sport of For more information contact
their choice: Bri Jones, Director of Children
soccer,
basketball, or and Family Ministries
cheer, learn [email protected]

about Jesus, and Register online at:
create lasting galileeumc.org/events
relationships
with youth and
adult leaders!

July Preschoolers
Our preschool-aged kids
16-20 (3 years by 9/30/17) are
included, too! Preschoolers will
9am-12:30pm
spend the week exploring
themes of sports, teamwork,
commitment, and character at
their own "mini" Sports Camp!

Now 
REGISTERING

Registration for the 2018-2019 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:

waiting list only Algonkian ES Countryside ES waiting list only
Horizon ES Potowmack ES

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

Galilee Christian School galileechristian.org
571.375.7685

SAVE THE DATE!

Galilee United Methodist Church Men’s Group invites the entire church to participate
in the local Rebuilding Together (formerly) known as Christmas in April) event on
Saturday April 28, 2018.
Rebuilding Together works to make free home repairs for low-income homeowners,
especially the elderly, the disabled, and families with children in Loudoun County.
All work is done by volunteers at no cost to the homeowner or facility.
Please consider helping neighbors in Loudoun County by giving of your time, skills
and effort to provide them improvements to their homes.
More information to be provided at the beginning of April. If you are interested or
have any questions, please contact Mike Tucker at [email protected] or
call 703-927- 9798.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DAY

• Planting Crape Myrtle trees along Winding Road
• Mulching perennial beds
• Playground carpet mulch
• Pruning and general cleanup
It will be a day of fellowship for everyone with a little work mixed in.

COME ONE - COME ALL!

This is a great opportunity to meet new friends, spruce up the grounds, get a little
exercise and have a great time!
If you have them, bring a shovel, wheel barrow, pruning tools, garden rakes, gloves,
protective gear.
Coffee, donuts, lunch & water provided!

Come and shop great deals at our annual
Rummage Sale. The sale supports Galilee's
mission fund, including the team traveling

to Costa Rica this summer.

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.
LHR continually tells us how grateful they are, and so are we. Thank you and
God Bless. If you would like to join the LHR delivery team contact Kathi Miller
at [email protected].

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.

Ministry Highlights

Memory Cafe

April 14 Memory Cafe is a supportive place for people with mild to
2nd Saturdays mid-stage memory loss and their caregivers.
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Bring your own lunch. Soft drinks and dessert will be
Location: provided. Resources will be available for you to take home.
Meet new friends, socialize, and relax.

For more information, contact: [email protected].

Youth Center

The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

April 9 The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group is
2nd Mondays specifically for caregivers and family of people
7:00pm - 8:00pm experiencing dementia. It is not intended for
those afflicted with dementia (see Memory Cafe
above).

Location: Room 204

April 5 The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group is
1st Thursdays specifically for caregivers and family of people

12:00pm - 1:30pm experiencing dementia. It is not intended for

Lansdowne Woods those afflicted with dementia (see Memory Cafe
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 February 2018.

February2018 Variance YTD 2/28/18 Variance
Actual Forecast $ % Actual Forecast $ %
Total Income 106,232 104,287 1,945 1.9% 191,254 188,799 2,455 1.3%

Expenses
Staff 45,281 47,422 2,140 4.5% 92,444 94,844 2,400 2.5%
OtherOperating 24,266 36,912 12,646 34.3% 59,082 70,692 11,610 16.4%
Sub-Total 69,547 84,334 14,787 17.5% 151,527 165,536 14,009 8.5%

Apportionments 13,751 13,751 - 0.0% 27,502 27,502 - 0.0%
Mortgage 20,077 20,081 4 0.0% 40,153 40,162 8 0.0%
SubTotal 33,827 33,832 4 0.0% 67,655 67,663 8 0.0%
TotalExpenses 103,375 118,165 14,791 12.5% 219,181 233,199 14,017 6.0%

ChangeinNetAssets $2,857 $(13,879) $16,736 120.6% $(27,927) $(44,399) $16,472 37.1%

You are welcome to join Did you know that Galilee's Backpack
us for packing on April 1, 15 Buddies program serves 400 children  at
Check mybackpackbuddies.org
6 local schools?
for packing times.   Our backpacks include 2 breakfasts, 2
lunches, 2 snacks, and shelf-stable milk.

The packs are distributed weekly to
children in our own community who are

food insecure.

Tuesday - Wednesday Please take the
April 17-18 flier that is
ALL DAY
BOTH DAYS available on the
Connection Desk
15% of sales goes to Galilee's
Backpack Buddies with you!

21031 Tripleseven Rd, Sterling, VA

(beside Aldi)

Ministry Highlights

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

Projected trip dates are
October 13 - 27, 2018

Applications are now being accepted for the October 2018 Helping Children Worldwide
trip to the Child Rescue Centre and Mercy Hospital in Bo, Sierra Leone. We are looking
for individuals who have financial, medical, or counseling skills, but all with a heart
for service may apply. Projects may include administrative work, staff development and
medical projects. Projected trip dates are October 13 – 27, 2018 dependent upon airline
availability. The application deadline for this team is April 14, 2018. An interest meeting
will be held on April 7th at 9:30 am by teleconference or in person at the HCW office
in Chantilly, VA. For more information on the application process, or for teleconference
instructions for the interest meeting, contact the Missions Specialist at
[email protected]. A link to our online application can be found on
the “Mission Trips” page of our website; www.helpingchildrenworldwide.org.

Stephen Ministry

Life Happens.

We are all blessed with wonderful things in life, but sometimes times
get tough.

· Grief, loneliness, doubts, relationship difficulties, loss of a job, or
divorce

· Hospitalization, terminal illness, loss of a loved one, or feeling overwhelmed

Galilee Stephen Ministers are here to care. We are...

· Trained members of our congregation and part of Galilee’s pastoral caring
ministry

· Completely confidential

· Here to listen, care, encourage, and accept without judgment

If you think you or someone you know could benefit from meeting with a Stephen
Minister, please talk to one of our Stephen Leaders: Ann Kuo, Marcia Martin, Tammy
Mitchell or Mickie Stalcup.

We’re available by calling the church office at 703.430.2203 or
by email at [email protected]. You may also find anyone who wears
the blue Stephen Ministry badge on Sunday mornings.

All requests are completely confidential.

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:
April 2

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Ladies Bunko Open to All Women
April 15

1:30 - 3:30pm

Location: Adult Flex Room

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

Location:

Men’s Night Out

3rd Thursdays Clyde’s Willow Creek Farm
6:30pm 42920 Broadlands Boulevard

Broadlands, VA

Leave the chores behind and join Galilee Men for an evening of fun,
excellent food, and good Christian fellowship. We hope you will join us.

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. MAT THEW SERGENT - ASSOCIATE PASTOR
My call to ministry had to wait as I spent twenty years in law enforce-
ment, rising to Police Captain. I found myself reaching out to victims,
trying to help them make sense out of horrible situations. In essence,
I was being the hands and feet of Christ even in my role as a police
officer. I also saw the results, in many offenders, of living a life outside
the love of God. There were times when I was reaching out to minister
to them as well.
I am grateful now to be working as a pastor at Galilee and the Chapel
at Lansdowne Woods. I believe my greatest usefulness as a minister is
my witness and love for the Good News of the Gospel.
[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
Galilee Book Club (4th Sunday of each month)//5:30pm

Monday

Women’s Study Group//6:30pm

Tuesday

Wednesday

Women’s Bible Study // 9:30am
PrimeTimers Luncheon // 11:30am
Civil Christianity //7:00pm
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

Friday

The deadline to submit information Galilee is still collecting Box Tops for
for the May monthly bulletin is Meadowland Elementary!
April 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!