October 2019 Bulletin

OCTOBER 2019

Galilee United Methodist Church
45425 Winding Road
Sterling, Virginia

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Welcome

Hey stranger!
I want to extend a warm welcome to you, no matter who you are. Whether you’re a
Galilee regular or here for the first time. Whether you’re a cradle Christian or a spiritual
explorer. Whether you’re a political progressive or a rock-ribbed Republican, a Redskin
fan or a Cowboy supporter!
We’re all different, but we’re all loved by God.
Reaching out to people who are different from ourselves, extending helping hands in
hurting times, these are BRIDGES that we can cross together.
Paul’s second letter to Timothy speaks of virtues that serve to connect people: persever-
ance, faithfulness, grace, the willingness to work together. These are themes that we are
going to explore in October’s worship series, “Bridges: Bringing People Together.”
Are you with me? Let’s cross some bridges together in worship.

Pastor Jason Saturday

October 2019

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

12 3 45

6 7Backpack 89 10 11 12

Buddies (BPB) Memory Cafe
Packing 12-2pm

in MR - 10am 15 16 17 18BPB Night 19
Men’s Galilee
13 14 Work Day
@ Potbelly Night
20(BPB) 21
22035 Dulles O’Faolains Pub
Packing 6:30pm
in MR - 10am 5-8PM

27 28Book Club 22 23 24 25 26Better
5:30pm Angels
Mental Health Workshop
Awareness 7PM 8-4

29 30 31 Galilee Charge Conference
Saturday, Nov. 9

10AM, Floris UMC

www.free-printable-calendar.com

Children's CHILDREN'S
Ministry CHURCH

Room 208 following
Children's Message

Week 1 Week 2

"Daniel and the Lions" "Gideon at Battle"
Daniel 6:1-23 Judges 7:9-22
God is with me
God knows everything
so I can be brave. so I can be brave.

Week 3 Week 4
"Miriam" "Hezekiah"
Exodus 1:22-2:10 2 Chronicles 32:1-23
God helps me do big jobs God is powerful
so I can be brave. so I can be brave.

October 6 & 13th October Verse
Anti-Bullying Grow Hour
Event for ALL children. "Be strong and courageous. Do not
Room 203 ~ 10:15-10;45am. be afraid... for the Lord your
God goes with you."
DEUTERONOMY 31:6

Galilee Youth Ministry

Grow Hour - Sunday 10:15am - Youth Center

galileeumc.org/youth
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

October 6 - during grow hour - Parent Information Session

October 20 - during grow hour
Youth Council Meeting

(if you are interested in joining youth council and making
decisions about the direction of youth please attend)

Support Our Local High School Band & Football teams

Oct. 18 - 7PM Dominion vs. Heritage

Galilee Youth Ministry

Sundays 7PM - Youth Center

Small Groups

Sundays: Friends in Faith

10:15am · Adult Flex
Led by Bill Johnson

Ask: Faith Questions in a Skeptical Age “is an eight week study about
difficult questions and our search for faithful answers. Bishop Scott J.
Jones and his son, Rev. Arthur D. Jones, face these questions honestly
and thoughtfully , bringing a Christian perspective to tough questions
of faith.” * Join us in the adult flex room, led by Bill Johnson.

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 so it is accessible for our kids.

Oct. 6 - John October 20 - Luke
Oct. 13 - John - Week 2 October 27 - Luke Week 2

Sundays: Bread & Wine Small Group

Introductory Session - October 27 - Grow Hour
Small Group will meet Nov. 7, 21, Dec. 5, 19
Led by Heather Cox

This small group is limited to 6 participants. If interested please email:
[email protected] for more info. Hospitality doesn’t mean you have
to have a perfect house or a perfect meal. It’s just about being together. Join us as
we read Bread and Wine: A Love Letter to Life Around the Table with Recipes and
together create the recipes included with the devotionals.

Sundays: Sunday Small Group

10:15am · Room 202
Led by Chris Richter

Tales from the Madhouse – This series imagines discussions with minor characters
in the New Testament: people who encountered Jesus, had the opportunity to be
transformed through him, and – for their own reasons – chose to pass. More broadly,
these vignettes will allow us to explore those things in our own lives, world, and
selves that can keep us from embracing the life God has set aside for us.

Small Groups

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 (October 27) @ 5:30 for a light meal and open
discussion. Contact [email protected] for details and to learn
what we are reading now.
October book is The Immortalists with Boy by Chloe Benjamin

Monday Women’s Evening Group

Led by Mary Ann Myers & Jenny Castle
6:30pm - Adult Flex
Join us for dinner and study.

Me, Myself, and Lies: A Thought Closet Makeover - Bible Study Book by Jennifer Rothschild
provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group
video sessions of this women’s Bible study that encourages them to clean out the junk in
their minds and replace hidden negative thoughts with positive truths from God’s word.
Words are powerful. Especially the words women speak to themselves. All too often, what
they say to themselves when they lie in bed at night or look in the mirror in the morning
is not even close to the words God wants them to speak to their souls. According to
Rothschild, what we think about often has a ripple effect on nearly every area of our 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

Small Groups

Tuesday Group

Led by Pastor Jason Duley
7:00pm - Adult Flex

Join Pastor Jason each Tuesday this fall ....
Genesis - Not simply the first book of the Bible, this
study will explore the family tree of our faith! Some of
the most amazing characters, and some of the most
significant lessons of belief have their roots in these
powerful stories.

Women’s Wednesday Morning Study

Led by Emilie Beckelhimer
9:30am - Adult Flex
Moving chapter by chapter through Having a Mary Heart in a Martha
World, Joanna Weaver shares fresh insights each week concerning
lessons learned from the story of Mary and Martha. Packed with
helpful tools for building a relationship with God, the companion
study guide gives participants a chance to reflect on what they’ve
read in the book as well as what they’ve learned in their study of
God’s Word.
Come discover what Jesus meant by the “better part” as you strengthen your relationship
with the God who invites you closer.

Wednesday: PrimeTimers Luncheon

Led by Ferd Wagner Prime
11:30am Timers
Multi-Purpose Room

PrimeTimers is a fellowship and Bible study group that meets throughout the year. They
are studying the book of Romans. 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
Often we make a mess of our lives and wonder if there is any
redemption. In this book, pastor and author Tom Berlin helps us
see our mess through the eyes of Christ to find redemption and
restoration. Using Scripture, devotional tools, and the writings of
Ignatius of Loyola, John of the Cross, St. Augustine, John Wesley,
Evelyn Underhill, and others, Berlin encourages reflection and meditation through
our own brokenness. Only then can we focus on the cross as the place where we
truly surrender control, leave our mess, and find redemption.

Thursday Morning Sisters in Christ Study Group

Led by Nancy Epperson
10:00am - Adult Flex
1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month
September-November we will study John Ortberg’s “Soul Keeping
- Caring for The Most Important Part of You”.
Anxiety. Depression. Fear. Loneliness. These are all symptoms of a
soul that has lost touch with its source of life. Like a flower snipped from the vine,
the soul that is not turned toward God can only wither away.
In Soul Keeping, bestselling author John Ortberg sheds light on the most overlooked,
underrated, and least-understood part of your being. With a workable and relevant
approach, he shows how living the “with God” life isn’t just a good idea--it’s the
only way to find lasting peace and satisfaction.

Ordinary People...

...Extraordinary Purpose

IT'S OK
TO NOT

BE OK

LET'S TALK:

MENTAL HEALTH AND
SUICIDE AWARENESS

Mental Health affects us all.
Join us for a

community conversation,
open discussion,

and a time of healing.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27
7PM

GALILEE CHURCH
45425 WINDING ROAD

STERLING, VIRGINIA

Better Angels Better Angels

is a national Workshop
citizens’ movement October 26
to reduce political
polarization in the United 8am-4pm
States by bringing liberals

and conservatives together to

understand each other beyond

stereotypes, forming  community alliances,

teaching practical skills for communicating

across political differences, and making a strong

public argument for depolarization.

Better Angels unites red and blue Americans in a

working alliance to Depolarize America. Instead of

asking people to change their minds about

key issues, all Americans are given a chance

to better understand each other, to

To sign up absorb the values and experiences
that inform our political

to participate philosophies, and to
ultimately recognize our
or observe, email common humanity.

[email protected]

MarkMYinoisturyrHCighalligehntsdars!

Coffee with Pastor Jason
Sunday, Oct. 6
10:15am

Enjoy Fellowship Time & then join Pastor Jason in the sanctuary
for a time to meet him & ask questions.
Great for newcomers!

Work Day is about fellowship and caring for
our Church! Come join us if you are mobile
or even not so mobile, enjoy the day with a

shovel or a chair ! Smiles abound!
8:30 - Donuts & Coffee
9:00 Work Begins

Noon - Pizza is served, work is over!

Everyone can participate!

Fall

Work Day

Sat. Oct. 19
8:30am

SANDWICHES  SOUPS  SALADS  SHAKES  COOKIES

Backpack Buddies

Potbelly Sandwich Shop NH-EVNT-012
5 - 8 PM

Wednesday, October 16th

22035 Dulles
Retail Plaza
571-434-7710

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. 

FULL DAY CLASS IS WAITING LIST ONLY

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 WAITING LIST ONLY

Potowmack ES

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

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

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 August 2019.

August 2019 Variance YTD 8/31/19 Variance
Actual Forecast $ % Actual Forecast $ %
Total Income 95,020 97,651 (2,632) (2.7)% 770,623 797,988 (27,365)(3.4)%

Expenses
Staff 42,053 45,726 3.672 8.0% 360,864 365,800 4,936 1.3%
Operating 17,931 29,365 11,434 38.9% 171,319 219,996 48,677 22.1%
Sub-Total 59,984 75,091 15,107 20.1% 532,182 585,796 53,614 9.2%

Apportionments 9,510 9,765 255 2.6% 77,064 79,799 2,735 3.4%
Mortgage 20,077 20,081 4 0.0% 160,613 160,646 33 0.0%
Sub Total 29,587 29,846 259 0.9% 237,677 240,445 2,768 1.2%
Total Expenses 89,571 104,937 15,366 14.6% 769,859 826,241 56,382 6.8%

ChangeinNetAssets $5,449 $(7,285) $12,734 174.8% $763 $(28,253) $29,017 102.7%

Memory Cafe

October 12 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

October 3 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

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 feel you or someone you know would benefit
from having a Stephen Minister please email:[email protected]
or call the church office, 703-430-2203.

Answers to the Most Frequent
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.

Loudoun Hunger Relief
Galilee is filled with generous people both in and out of
the pews. Donations to LHR, especially fresh produce,
have been very successful and really makes a difference
in our Loudoun communities.

LHR continually tells us how grateful they are, and so are we. We received this
wonderful note from them in September and wanted to pass along their thanks!

Apples Garlic Beets Oranges Ginger Root

Potatoes Onions

Carrots Peppers Plantains Lemons/Limes Yucca Turnips

Please bring in all donations of FRESH FOOD on the LAST Sunday of each month.

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 class October 28

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Mondays 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 O’Faolains Pub
October 17
6:30pm 20921 Davenport Dr.
Countryside

Sterling, VA 20147

The Men’s Group will be meeting at O’Faolains on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at
6:30 pm. We encourage all men of Galilee (18+) to attend. Bring a friend or make
some new ones. All are welcome!

For more information you may email: [email protected]

Meet the Pastors

REV. JASON DULEY - SENIOR PASTOR
At Galilee, we talk about “ordinary people” and “extraordinary
purpose.” That’s because we believe we’re all just regular people
called to do something beyond the norm. For instance, I’m an
ordinary person—my extraordinary purpose is to shepherd
people in faith, hope, and love.
Everyone has an extraordinary purpose that some time spent in relationship with God
and others can help reveal. I am here to help you discover your extraordinary purpose
and connect your gifts with that purpose.
I invite you to connect with me at Galilee.
[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 // 5:00pm Beginning September 8

Monday

Women’s Study Group // 6:30pm

Tuesday

Galilee Praise Project // 7-8:30pm
Genesis Bible Study with Pastor Jason // 7pm

Wednesday

Women’s Bible Study // 10:00am (1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month)
PrimeTimers Luncheon // 11:30am
Galilee Singers (Chancel Choir) Rehearsal // 7:00-8:30pm

Thursday

Men’s Son-Rise Study // 6:30am
Sisters in Christ Bible Study // 10:00am
Wesley Ringers (Handbell Choir) Rehearsal // 7:00-8:30pm

The deadline to submit information
for the October monthly bulletin is

Sept. 15. Please email your
information to the church office:

[email protected]