February 2018 Bulletin

February 2018

Galilee Church

45425 Winding Road
Sterling, Virginia
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Welcome

Hello and welcome to Galilee. In February, we enter a season of faith known as Lent. This
period begins on Ash Wednesday (February 14) and goes through Easter (April 1), to
include the celebration of Holy Week.
Traditionally, Lent is a time of intentional spiritual growth. We may give something up
(a habit or a food) or do something extra (special prayer or a new volunteer role). Either
way, we meaningfully acknowledge the claims that God has on our life, and this enriches
our spirit.
As a church community, we will focus our spiritual energies through a Lenten worship
and study series called “Moses,” about the prophet who is our great forerunner in faith.
My sermons will be on the theme of Moses—and you won’t just hear from me. All three
of your pastors will have the opportunity of preaching at Galilee and at our Lansdowne
Woods Chapel.
I want to invite you to go deeper by joining a “Moses” small group, like the one that will
be led by Pam Bentley, Director of Youth and Family Ministries, at the 10:15 Grow Hour
on Sundays during Lent. You can also join Matt Sergent, Associate Pastor, for a “Moses”
small group on Tuesday evenings at 7pm.
Finally, I’d love to see you mid-week. Every Wednesday at noon during Lent, we’ll hold a
short “Midpoint” service with Holy Communion in Galilee’s sanctuary. At the midpoint of
the week, it’s a blessing to gather and seek the Lord in a simple service that focuses on
prayer and sacrament.
Please join us!

Children’s Ministry

“Jesus loves everyone” is the sweetest news we will ever share. And since sweets are a
HUGE part of this month—with all of the heart-shaped cookies and candy hearts—Chil-
dren’s Ministry’s theme for February is SWEET SHOP! Get your sweet tooth (and your
heart!) ready for a super sweet month filled with the good news that JESUS LOVES
EVERYONE! It’s going to be one, huge, sugar overload, not because of candy, but because
Jesus’ love is just that big and sweet!

Scripture Bible Story Story Focus
Week ONE John 4:1-30
Week TWO Luke 19:1-10 Woman at the Well Jesus loves everyone.
Week THREE John 8:2-11
Week FOUR John 21:15-17 Zacchaeus Jesus loves us no matter what.

The Unloved Woman Jesus loves us all the time.

Peter’s Denial & Restoration Jesus never stops loving us.

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

February 4 - 10:15am

Grow Hour
Super Bowl
Pre-Game Party

It’s Super Bowl Sunday – the biggest day in football.
If life were a football game, what position would you play?

Join us for snacks, trivia games, prizes and more!

february 11

9am and 11am Girl and Boy Scouts are invited to join us
in worship

10:15am Grow Hour Special guest speaker

7:00pm Youth Group Flood Bucket assembly for
United Methodist Committee on Relief

Small Groups

Sundays: Friends in Faith

10:15am · Adult Flex
Led by Bill Johnson

With the coming of the new year the Friends in Faith class began
a study of the Gospel according to Luke, from the perspective of
looking “from the outside in.” Unlike the other Gospels, Luke
has also contributed another most important book to the New
Testament, the Acts of the Apostles, without which we would be
missing the background of the early church. The class will
emphasize a close reading of the biblical text and the associated explanatory
commentary, a brief video presentation by Dr. Don Carson and time for class discussion.

Sundays: Today’s Group Today’s
Groups
10:15am · Multipurpose Room
Can’t commit to a long-term Sunday School or Bible Study?
Today’s Group is a small group that meets on Sunday mornings in
the gym. It is a drop-in group designed to discuss the sermon of
the day.

Sundays: The Current

10:15am · Sanctuary
Led by Pastor Jason
Join Pastor Jason and guest leaders for discussion on current issues and events impacting
our society and how we can respond as a people of Christ.

Small Groups

SuLnednateyns: Study Class

SUNDAY - 10:15am · Fellowship Hall TUESDAY - 7pm - Adult Flex

Led by Pam Bentley Led by Pastor Matt Sergent

“Moses: In the Footsteps of the Reluctant Prophet” based on Adam
Hamilton’s Book. “It doesn’t get much more dramatic: rescued baby, life in the
courts of Pharaoh, parting the Red Sea, leading his people out of Egypt…Moses’
life was one challenge after the next, but although he resisted God’s calling,
by the end of his life he successfully fulfilled the role he was given.” Moses’
journey of faith mirrors Jesus’ journey as well as ours!

Sundays: Parents of Young Children

10:15am · Room 206
Led by Kristen Jenkins

Feb. 4 & 11 only, then joining Lenten study

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.

SuSnudnadyasy:s: Parents of Teens Class

Led by Lisa Collins
10:15am - Fellowship Hall

Feb. 4 & 11 only, then joining Lenten study

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
Last Sunday of each month NEW SMALL GROUP!

New small group! 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 last Sunday @ 5:30 for
a light meal and open discussion. Contact [email protected] for details and to
learn what we are reading now.

Small Groups

Monday Women’s Evening Group

Led by Mary Ellen VanNederynen
6:30pm - Adult Flex
Join us for dinner and study.
Journey inside the pages of Scripture to meet a personal God who
enters individual lives and begins a creative work from the inside out.
Shaped with the individual in mind, Immersion encourages
simultaneous engagement both with the Word of God and with the
God of the Word to become a new creation in Christ.

Women’s Wednesday Morning Study

Led by Ann Menozzi
9:30am - Adult Flex
The Wednesday Morning study wil begin Adam Hamilton’s “Half Truths”.
This five week study examines common sayings often attributed to the
Bible but aren’t found there.

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 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
NEW SMALL GROUP!
Led by Chris Richter CIVIL
7:00pm
Adult Flex Room CHRISTIANITY
Begins January 10

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].

“FINDING FREEDOM IN PANAMA is the true account of the
experiences of an American pastor in the prisons of Panama.
William (Bill) Wilbur left the familiar surroundings of a small
town in upstate New York to take his wife and five year old twins
to pastor an English speaking congregation right on the Panama Canal. He
was soon invited to start visiting the prisoners in the nearby Canal Zone
Penitentiary which brought him face to face with many old and some new
fears. This caused him to face a barrier in his life and ministry, that once it
was crossed led to amazing experiences in the prisons, to see God make
something good come out of something bad. This book is set in the era of
tough times under dictator General Manuel Noriega and the invasion by
the U.S. troops on December 20, 1989.” The author is a classmate of Galilee
member, Jim Caroll.

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

We will begin Max Lucado’s “Anxious for Nothing: Finding Calm in a
Chaotic World” January 11. When it comes to anxiety, depression, and
stress-related illnesses, America is the frontrunner. Thankfully, there’s
a practical prescription for dealing with these issues. Come join the
class as we learn from Max Lucado.

The Best Yes Jan. 11 - Feb. 22

Led by Rebecca Makowski
Fridays
9:15am - Room 202

There is a big difference between saying yes to everyone and say-

ing yes to God. The study will follow the book, The Best Yes by Lysa

Terkeurst. Through this small group, we’ll begin to Cure the disease to please; Escape

the shame and guilt of disappointing others; Overcome the agony of hard choices; Rise

above the rush of endless demands. Have little ones? Feel free to bring them along -

we’ll have a special play area for them!

Lenten Worship
and Study Series

Join us this Lent as we enter a study of
Moses, the reluctant prophet
who blazed a trail of faith

February 14 - March 28

Sundays - 10:15am

"Moses" Small Group, led by Pam Bentley
Director of Youth and Family Ministries

Tuesdays - 7:00pm

"Moses" Small Group, led by Matt Sergent
Associate Pastor

Wednesdays - 12:00pm

"Midpoint" Worship and Holy Communion

ASH WEDNESDAY
PANCAKE
DINNER

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 Algonkian, Countryside, Horizon, and
Potowmack Elementary School.
For more information or to schedule a tour,
contact [email protected]

Galilee Christian School galileechristian.org
571.375.7685

SUMMER 2018

ReCHARGE
Costa Rica
VBS Sports

Camp
Centrikid
S.O.W.
Summer

Serve

“If we were to describe the people at Galilee, we would say “You have heart!”
This is evident in your commitment to helping feed the food insecure in
Loudoun County through Loudoun Hunger Relief. We are sincerely grateful for
your generous hearts as you gave approximately 5,000 pounds of both shelf-
stable food and fresh produce and donated $1,355.00 to LHR in 2017.
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

February 10 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

February 12 The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group is

2nd Mondays specifically for caregivers and family of people

12:00pm - 2:00pm experiencing dementia. It is not intended for

those afflicted with dementia (see Memory Cafe

above).

Location: Room 204

February 12 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 December 2017.

December 2017 Variance YTD 12/31/17 Variance
Actual Forecast $ % Actual Forecast $ %
Total Income 157,259 140,182 (17,077) 12.2% 1,283,254 1,300,000 (16,746) (1.3)%

Expenses
Staff 45,610 43,219 (2,391) (5.5)% 509,004 518,626 9,622 1.9%
OtherOperating 20,958 29,891 8,932 29.9% 326,334 381,918 55,584 14.6%
Sub-Total 66,569 73,110 6,541 8.9% 835,338 900,544 65,206 7.2%

Apportionments 33,278 14,018 (19,259) (137.4)% 177,894 130,000 (47,894) (36.8)%
Mortgage 20,077 20,081 4 0% 240,919 240,969 50 0%
SubTotal 53,354 34,099 (19,255) (56.5)% 418,813 370,969 (47,844) (12.9)%
TotalExpenses 119,923 107,209 (12,714) (11.9)% 1,254,151 1,271,513 17,362 1.4%

ChangeinNetAssets $37,336 $32,973 $4,363 (13.2)% $29,103 $28,487 $615 (2.2)%

Did you know that Galilee's Backpack Buddies program
serves 400 children  at 6 local schools?

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.

You are welcome to join us for packing on February 4, 8, 18, 22, in the Pantry 
(located in the Original Building).  

Check mybackpackbuddies.org for packing times.  

Please take the flier that is Enjoy dinner out at
available on the Cheeburger, Cheeburger
Connection Desk
with you! Dulles Retail Center
(opposite
Wednesday, Wegmans)
February 21
and support
5-9PM Backpack Buddies

22000 Dulles Retail Plaza, Unit 186 (opposite Wegmans)
Sterling, VA 20166

Ministry Highlights

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.

Meet your Galilee Stephen Ministry Team:

Nancy Eberling Tim Frank Carol Kearney Ann Kuo Dorothy Mackay

Marcia Martin Tammy Mitchell Jeanne Peterson Mickie Stalcup Margaret Whitney

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

Ladies Bunko Open to All Women
February 18

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 Men’s Chili Cook-Off at Galilee
February 15
6:30pm 45425 Winding Rd, Sterling, VA
We need cooks! We will supply the accompaniments. Whether you
can bring a pot of your favorite chili, or if you just want to bring
your appetite, it is sure to be a good time.

Contact: [email protected]

Meet the Pastors

REV. JASON DULEY - SENIOR PASTOR
My name is Jason Duley – it’s great to meet you!
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.
There was a time when I was living less purposefully, following
my own agenda. God called me into ministry in order to serve
the needs of others. And guess what? Serving God and helping
people has become the most fulfilling life I can imagine.
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 began early in life. I’m a pastor’s son, after all.
But it had to wait as I spent twenty years in law enforcement,
rising to Police Captain. In my career, I dealt with many senseless
and violent crimes. 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. I love to tell the story of Christ’s love for us all, just as my
elders told me when I was young.
[email protected]

Every Week at Galilee

Sunday

Morning Worship // 9:00am & 11:00am
Grow Hour // 10:15am
Youth Group // 7:00pm
Galilee Book Club (last Sunday of each month) // 5:30pm

Monday

Women’s Study Group // 6:30pm

Tuesday

Lenten Study Group // 7pm - beginning Feb. 20

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 Best Yes Study // 9:15am - thru Feb. 22

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!