August 2017 Bulletin

August 2017

Galilee Church
45425 Winding Road

Sterling, VA 20165

galileeumc.org • 703.430.2203

Welcome

At Galilee, we believe that we are ordinary people called to an extraordinary purpose:
to know Christ and to make Him known. We got our start in 1959, when the residents of
Broad Run Farms dreamed of creating their own church. Worship began in our original
building in 1965.
Sunday morning services are at 9 and 11. We incorporate a variety of music into our
worship and would love for you to join us. We’d especially like to see you at our Grow
Hour of small groups between services, starting at 10:15am.
We’re more than a church. We’re also a preschool, a community center that houses
recovery and support programs, a headquarters for scout groups, and a busy gym full of
individual and team sports competitions and practices.
Welcome to Galilee…we hope you make this your church home.

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Center Point

“The True Essential”
A young girl named Patty wrote her pastor
saying, “Dear Pastor, I’m sorry I can’t leave more
money in the plate. Would you do a sermon
about a raise in my allowance?” Young children
know how to tell it like it is! Patty’s note
(perhaps apocryphal) got me to thinking about
what is essential in our lives. Is it a raise?
The human being is a creature with a hungry
heart. We find ourselves looking for something
that will satisfy that hunger. Some find fulfillment in wealth—or think they do. But often
there’s a need for more and more. Material things do not fill the emptiness. We can’t
satisfy our hunger through wealth and the rewards of this world, because it isn’t long
before we are hungry again. So, what is essential?
The Bible speaks of deep needs and hunger, too. Living as they did in the dry and
barren wilderness, the people of the Bible used the images of water and bread to
communicate what they felt they lacked. But it was more than bread and water, more
than mere provision. In the Book of Isaiah, the prophet addressed the need for God when
he said, “Is anyone thirsty? Come and drink - even if you have no money! Come, take your
choice of wine or milk - it is all free! Why spend your money on that which does not give
you strength? Why pay for bread that does you no good? Listen and I will tell you where
to get what is good for the soul” (Isaiah 55:1-3).
We, too, are Bible people. For Christians, our deepest longing finds fulfillment in Jesus
Christ, who gives ultimate satisfaction to our desires. The Son brings us to the Father.
Jesus said, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and
whoever believes in me will never be thirsty” (John 6:35). All the physical things and all
the material things in life can only bring us temporary satisfaction. Jesus is the one who
offers us lasting fulfillment, hope, meaning and purpose.
Friends, are you like Patty, hoping for an increase in your allowance? Do you find yourself
singing along with the Rolling Stones, “I can’t get no satisfaction?” That’s a catchy tune,
but no way to live. Look to what is truly essential – God’s one and only Son, Jesus, who is
the bread that satisfies!
Pastor Matt

Our pastors publish a new Center Point
each Tuesday on Galilee’s Facebook page.

Space is limited!

NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION

for the 2017-2018 School Year

At Galilee Christian School, we believe every student is a precious
child of God who deserves an education delivered in a safe and

loving environment.
We provide half day preschool for children ages 3 to 5 years old and

a toddler class for children from 16 months up to preschool age.
After School Care is available for K-5 students at Countryside,
Horizon, Potowmack and Algonkian Elementary Schools.

Contact Amy Utterback for more information or to schedule a tour.
Register for classes at galileechristianschool.org

Amy Utterback, Director | [email protected]
Galilee Christian School
571-375-7685

Children’s Ministry

Imagine if the heart of the family and the light of the church partnered together. Our
potential to influence a child would increase significantly. This is the mission of the
ThinkOrange Curriculum, which we use every week during Children’s Church at 9:00 and
11:00.

The theme for August is “Wonderful World”. Throughout
August, our children will be introduced to people in the
Bible who did amazing things while they were still kids.
They rocked because they did what God wanted them to do,
and our kids can do that, too!

Our Bible verse for August is:

“You have done great and wonderful things”

2 Samuel 7:23

Sunday School

10:15am - 10:55am · Children’s Wing
Ages: K - 5th grade

Blessing of the
Backpacks

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20
9AM AND 11AM

All students are invited to bring their
backpacks to worship to be blessed before

the new school year begins.

Youth Ministry

Youth GROW Hour
10:15 in the Youth Center

Using lyrics from recent hits, we’ll examine what it means to find
God’s purpose and direction for your life. What’s on your playlist?

Pam
Bentley

DIRECTOR OF YOUTH AND
FAMILY MINISTRIES

Project Revamp

Exciting changes lie ahead for Galilee kids and small groups. School will be starting
soon and Galilee Trustees are working to renovate and re-launch the valuable classroom
spaces in our church. Follow our journey as we grow for God’s glory!

How can you help?
By donating classroom fixtures and furniture! We’ve established a registry that shows
the exact items that we need to outfit our new spaces. There are desks, shelves, rugs, and
more. Visit our Project Revamp Registry: www.myregistry.com/organization/James-Cox-
Sterling-Va/1376969
You can also donate online at galileeumc.org/give. Funds will be used to purchase items
on our registry and to buy supplies for renovation.
What’s the plan?
Each room has a different purpose, and so the revamp project will be tailored to each
space.
Nursery – on Sundays, a comfortable space for children aged two and younger. During
the week, Galilee Christian School will use this area as a large capacity room for two and
three year olds.
Nursery Side Room – a nursing mothers’ room with gliders, privacy screens, and a
changing table.
Room 200 – for Sunday and midweek small groups. Galilee Christian School’s
after-school program will use this room for tutoring and homework assistance.
Room 202 – a toddler classroom, allowing future growth for Galilee Christian School.
During the week, a location for small groups.
Room 203 – remodeled for Children’s Ministry CLUB 345 Large Group and as a kid-
friendly fellowship space. The after-school program will utilize the room during the
week.
Room 304 – new “Volunteer Oasis.” A welcoming room for fellowship among Children’s
Ministry volunteers. Used during the week by Galilee Christian School teachers and small
groups.

BACK TO
SCHOOL

FOOD DRIVE

MOST NEEDED
ITEMS FOR
BACKPACK
BUDDIES:

ARE YOU READY TO

THEN THE GALILEE MUSIC MINISTRY WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU!

Date: Sunday, August 27
Time: 1:30 pm

Location: Larry and Debbie White's House
42626 Trappe Rock Ct. Ashburn, VA

All those currently involved in the Galilee Music
Ministry and anyone interested in learning more

about the Galilee Praise Project, Choir, and
Handbells are invited to enjoy a time of food, fun,

and fellowship as the musicians of Galilee
gather together before kicking off a new year

of music making!

Guests are invited to bring a dish to share
(appetizer, side, main dish or dessert) and enjoy

the White's swimming pool.

For more information, contact Jordan Markwood
Director of Music Ministries

[email protected]

Small Groups

Sundays: Friends in Faith

10:15am · Adult Flex
Studying: The God Who is There

It can no longer be assumed that most people or even most Christians
have a basic understanding of the Bible. Many don’t know the difference
between the Old and New Testament, and even well-known biblical figures
are often misunderstood.

In this basic introduction to faith, D. A. Carson takes seekers, new Christians, and small
groups through the big story of Scripture. He helps readers to discover what they believe
and why they believe it.

Summer Session Small Group

10:15am · Sanctuary

Each Sunday during the summer, join Pastor Jason for follow up
to sermon topics, discussion about current events, and special
mission presentations.

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.

August 6 – Deuteronomy 12-26 August 20 – Joshua 1-12
August 13 – Deuteronomy 27- 34 August 27 – Joshua 13-24

Parents of Teens Small Group Whether you are a current
member of our small group, or
Sunday, August 20 not, if you are the parent of a

6:00pm - 8:30pm teen, please come and join us

Location: Home of Lisa and Doug Johnson for a social gathering, featuring
46243 Riverbend Place food, fun and fellowship. Please
Sterling, VA 20165-7311 bring your family. A Sign-up
Genius invitation will be sent
Food: Meats and bread will be provided the first week of August.
Please bring a side dish, drinks or dessert to
share. Hope to see you there!

Small Groups

Wednesdays: PrimeTimers
11:30am - 1:30pm · Multi-Purpose Room

Led by Ferd Wagner Prime
PrimeTimers is a fellowship and Bible study group that Timers

meets throughout the year. They will be studying the Gospel of

Mark for the next 8 weeks. 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]

Son-Rise Thursday Morning Study

6:30am We meet every Thursday morning at 6:30am

Newcomers are welcome. Contact: [email protected].

Location: As Christians, we can get so lost in daily life that we forget all
about our Promised Land...Heaven! This book takes a look at
Biblical answers to common questions about Heaven... who will
be there, what will we do, will we have bodies, and how can we
know for sure we’ll go to Heaven?

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

Groups Off for the Summer

Women’s Monday Evening Study

6:30pm The Monday Evening Women’s Group is taking the summer off.

Wednesday Morning Ladies Study

9:30am - 11:00am The Wednesday morning ladies bible study begins again in the Fall.

Thursdays: Sisters in Christ Study Group

9:30am - 11:30am Sisters in Christ Study Group is taking the summer off.

For more information contact the church office: [email protected]

Ministry Highlights

Come Join your Friends at Galilee

on a
Motor Coach Day Trip To See

Miracle of Christmas

Sight and Sound Theatre

Saturday, December 2, 2017

Preliminary Cost Estimate: $155.00
Includes: Round Trip Motor Coach Transportation
Miracle of Christmas Show Ticket (11:00am Show) • Family Style Dinner at 2:00pm

Secondary Show Ticket After Meal 4:00pm
Reservations now being accepted (84 Tickets Available)
Contact: Larry and Debbie White at 703-729-6062 • EMAIL: [email protected]

Stephen Ministry

Going through a tough time - emotionally or spiritually? Struggling
with a crisis in life? Or simply feeling down?
Consider letting a Stephen Minister help. A Stephen Minister is a
member of our congregation who is trained to listen, care, encourage,
pray and walk alongside you during difficult times. It’s confidential,
free and very helpful.
Do you have a friend, neighbor, coworker, or relative going through a
difficult time?
A Stephen Minister may be able to offer the support he or she needs.
Stephen Ministers are members of our church trained to provide
emotional and spiritual care to people who are hurting.
We’re available by calling the church office at 703.430.2203 or by
e-mailing [email protected]. You may also find any
of us who wear the blue Stephen Ministry badge on Sunday mornings.
All requests are completely confidential.

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 June 2017.

June 2017 Variance YTD 6/30/2017 Variance
Actual Forecast $ % Actual Forecast $ %
Total Income 94,483 104,592 (10,109) (9.7)% 652,900 637,282 15,618 2.5%

Expenses
Staff 41,854 43,219 1,365 3.2% 244,311 259,313 15,002 5.8%
Other Operating 24,079 32,423 8,345 25.7% 169,510 201,504 31,994 15.9%
Sub-Total 65,932 75,642 9,710 12.8% 413,821 460,817 46,996 10.2%

Apportionments 13,448 10,459 (2,989) (28.6)% 77,290 63,728 (13,562) (21.3)%
Mortgage 20,077 20,081 4 0% 120,459 120,485 25 0%
SubTotal 33,525 30,540 (2,985) (9.8)% 197,750 184,213 (13,537) (7.3%
Total Expenses 99,457 106,182 (6,725) 6.3% 611,571 645,030 33,459 5.2%

ChangeinNetAssets $(13,034) $(3,489) $(9,544) (273.5)% $41,329 $(6,157) $49,077 633.4%

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

Youth Center

The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

August 14 The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group is

2nd Mondays specifically for caregivers and family of people

7:00pm - 8:30pm experiencing dementia. It is not intended for

those afflicted with dementia (see Memory Cafe

above.).

Location Room 204

Fellowship

Prayer Shawl Ministry

1st Sundays The Prayer Shawl Ministry makes shawls for those in the
Sept. 3 hospital or in need of comfort. Knitters or crocheters are
10:15am - 11:00am welcome, as is anyone interested in learning.
New people of all skill levels welcome as well as any yarn donations.

Location: Conference Room OFF until September 17

Line Dancing Welcome to all who are interested in exercise and fun!
Intermediate Class: Mondays 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Mondays Beginner Class: Fridays 7:00pm - 8:00pm
and Intermediate Review: Fridays 8:00pm
Fridays

Location: Multi-Purpose Room

Ladies Bunco
Sept. 17 Open to All Women
OFF until September 17
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 Open to All Men
6:30pm

OFF until September 17

Contact: [email protected]

Meet the Pastors

REV. JASON DULEY - SENIOR PASTOR
Why am I a pastor? For me, it’s a personal sense of gratitude. God
has given me life and everything else, too. In return, I am offering
my life in service to God and to people. Religion frequently focuses
on rituals and traditions, rather than working to help serve people
in everyday circumstances. Religions can tend toward externals—
rubbing sacred stones, bathing in sacred waters, striding up sacred
stairs. I say, stop. Just stop. Let me spend my time serving the needs
of the hungry, the hurting; teaching the Bible and befriending the
spiritually homeless.
Enough about me. Come to Galilee, named after the place where
Jesus made his home, and where he said: “I have not come to be
served, but to serve…”
[email protected]

REV. MAT THEW SERGENT - ASSOCIATE PASTOR
I am grateful to be working as a pastor at Galilee and the Chapel
at Lansdowne Woods. I remember in my youth “sitting at the feet
of my elders,” listening to the great stories of the faith. My sense
of God’s call began when I was fifteen years old, but during
college I dismissed the idea of becoming a pastor. I entered law
enforcement, eventually becoming a captain in the Falls Church
City Police Department. My sense of calling diminished for a time,
but it never went away. Over time it began to reveal itself again.
When the opportunity came to be the associate pastor of Galilee
and the pastor of the Older Adult Ministries program, I happily
agreed and answered God’s call to ministry. I did not think it would
be easy leaving law enforcement after twenty years, but I must say
I could not be happier in my decision! God is so good in so many
ways!
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 the stories when I
was young.
[email protected]

Every Week at Galilee
Sunday

Morning Worship // 9:00am & 11:00am
Grow Hour // 10:15am

Monday

Tuesday

Galilee Praise Project // 7:00pm

Wednesday

PrimeTimers Luncheon // 11:30am
Chancel Choir Rehearsal // 7:00pm (Resumes August 16)

Thursday

Men’s Son-Rise Study // 6:30am

Galilee United Methodist Church The deadline to submit information
for the September monthly bulletin is
45425 Winding Road, Sterling VA 20165
703.430.2203 | galileeumc.org August 15. Please email your
information to the church office:

[email protected]