Belin Memorial United Methodist Church
Inlet View E-News: March 29, 2018

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Through this Maundy Thursday presentation, the glory of Easter morning becomes even more meaningful. The Sanctuary's narthex doors open at 6:15 PM. Child care is available in the Educational Building. Before you go to the Easter garden, join us "Around the Table of the King."

Worship with Us
EASTER SUNDAY
APRIL 1, 2018

THE SEAWALL
Sunrise Worship
6:30 am
"The Light of the World"
John 20:1-18
- Mike Alexander -

THE SANCTUARY
Traditional Worship
8:45 AM, 11 AM
"He Has Found Me"
John 20:1-18
- Mike Alexander -

THE HARBOR
Modern Worship

8:45 AM, 11 AM (Family Life Center)
"An Unexpected Outcome"
Mark 16:1-8 (NIV)
- Walter Cantwell -
Coffee and Donuts at Sunrise
Hot chocolate, coffee, and doughnuts provided by Krispy Kreme will be served at the Easter sunrise service beginning at 6 AM. Donations help fund mission projects of the Grace Circle.

SHINE Time / Nursery
There will be no SHINE Time or Sunday school classes for children or youth on Easter Sunday, April 1. Adult class members should check with class leaders.

Nursery care will be available in the educational building as usual for the 8:45 AM and 11 AM worship services (no nursery at sunrise).

Offices Closed
Friday, March 30 and Monday, April 2

Good Friday Fish Fry
Fish Fry - March 30
11 AM - 1:30 PM
5 PM - 7 PM
Family Life Center

Tickets are on sale now in the church office and Family Life Center for the Good Friday Fish Fry. Tickets are $9 in advance or $10 at the door.

Menu: fried fish, french fries, hushpuppies, and coleslaw

Proceeds benefit Belin Memorial's mission trip to Guatemala.

Food Drive for Backpack Mission
Saturday, April 7
11 AM - 3:30 PM
Lowes Foods, Murrells Inlet (Hwy 707)

SHOP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER

This will be the last food drive this school year and will benefit the children of St. James and Waccamaw area schools. Please stop by to shop and donate an item or two. 

Contact Kara Dellinger if you wish to volunteer ( [email protected] or 843.855.4227).

You are also invited to continue using the green "Sack Hunger" bags to bring non-perishable food items to the Family Life Center or sanctuary each week. 

Fellowship Meal
The Gathering Returns in April!
April 11, 18, 25
Family Life Center

Bring the whole family for a great meal and warm fellowship! Cost is $7 adult; $4 ages 3-11; no charge under 3 years. Make reservations by Monday each week you plan to attend. Reserve online (click HERE) or contact Brandy Streett ([email protected], 843.357.5180).

Lead Cooks Needed!
In order to have Gathering meals in the month of April, we need a few volunteers to be lead cooks. Help with the meal planning and preparation will be available to you. Contact Brandy Streett for information ( [email protected], 843.357.5180).

New Women's Study
Priscilla Shirer's "The Armor of God"

Thursdays, beginning April 12 at 6 PM in the Family Life Center

Join us for this seven-week study as we learn to empower ourselves and our families to live the kind of life we dream of. All day, every day, an invisible war rages around us. With the stress of everyday life and our constantly changing society, it is often hard to live a God-filled life. Join us for this powerful study! It will change your walk with God!

"The enemy always fails miserably when he meets a woman dressed for the occasion."

Register by contacting Nancy Ward ( [email protected]) or Jane Sparks ( [email protected]).

Sweet Grass Basket Classes
Two New Four-Week Classes Offered

- Tuesdays, April 3-24, 9 AM - 12 PM
- Wednesdays, April 4-25, 5 PM - 8 PM

Learn how to make our local, treasured sweet grass baskets in a class offered by Gail Moona, local sweet grass basket maker. Class size is limited, so sign up soon if you wish to attend!

The class fee is $90, payable when you register (includes materials needed to make two baskets). You will need to bring a scissors and large shopping bag to carry your supplies.

Join us for this treasured tradition. Register by contacting Brandy Streett ( [email protected], 843.357.5180).

Stephen Ministry Training
New Class Begins in April

A new class of Stephen Minister training will begin in April. A Stephen Minister goes through 50 hours of training in preparation to help minister to the needs of those hurting or in crisis. This ministry is vital to our pastors, congregation, and community. 

Should you be interested in applying or learning more about Stephen Ministry, please contact Jane Sparks ([email protected], 843.357.5185).

Blessing of the Inlet
Saturday, May 5
9 AM - 3 PM

A Day of Faith, Food, Family, Fun, and Fellowship!

Free admission, rain or shine
Blessing Ceremony at 11:30 AM

Shuttle Bus Rides
Enjoy ample parking and free shuttle rides to/from Inlet Square Mall from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM.

Handicapped Parking
 . . . is available at the back of the parking field with golf cart pick up/drop off.

BOI T-Shirts
Purchase your BOI t-shirts at any of these locations:
  - Belin's Family Life Center:
     9 AM - 3 PM, Mon-Thu; 9 AM - 1 PM Fri
  - Lazy Gator:
     9 AM - 8 PM Mon-Thu; 9 AM - 9 PM Fri-Sat; 11 AM - 8 PM Sun
  - Lee's Inlet Kitchen:
     4:30 PM to close Mon-Sat
  - MISC - Everything 4493 Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet
     10 AM - 5 PM Tue-Sat

The cost is $10 for short sleeve or $20 for long sleeve. Cash or checks (made payable to Belin UMC Youth Ministry) accepted. Sizes range from Youth Extra Small to Adult 4XL. BOI shirts make great gifts for Easter baskets and are a great way to support Belin's Youth Ministry!

BOI Angel Sponsors
Angel Sponsors are needed to support this year's Blessing. You can become a Blessing Guardian Angel, Angel, or Archangel. All Angels will be listed in our event program. Contact Mickie Hilton for details at [email protected].

BOI Volunteers Needed
Many volunteers are needed to carry out this great celebration each year. If you are willing to assist with this year's event, please contact Jan Finnical at [email protected] with your contact information: phone and email.

New! Quilting Group
Mondays at 6 PM beginning April 9
Family Life Center

If you are interested in getting together to make quilts, join us on Mondays in the Family Life Center beginning April 9.

Contact Trish Parris if you have any questions ( [email protected], 540.538.7474).
Youth News

Click HERE   fo r this week's Youth Group news including . . .

- Next Youth Group April 8
- MS / HS Mission Trip Deposit Deadline Extended
- Youth Retreat to Charleston
- Earn Community Service Hours at the Upcoming Food Drive
 
For all the details about Youth Group, sign up for the weekly Youth E-News by contacting Austin Bond at [email protected]. You can also follow @BelinYouth on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Congregational News

Join us for Starting Point, a casual question and answer session with Pastor Larry Kimel on Sunday, April 8, 4 PM in the Family Life Center. Ask questions, enjoy fellowship, and find your place at Belin Memorial.

Rollie Hanna Breakfast
returns with enthusiasm on April 11 after the Lenten break! Join us at 8:30 AM on April 11, 18, and 25!

If you have a child that is graduating from high school or college this year, please contact Austin Bond ([email protected]) for details regarding the upcoming Graduate Sunday worship service.

Pray for healing and peace 
for our Belin Memorial family members in need (click below). 

Click HERE for congregational news and prayer concerns.

Dates to Remember
March 30, April 2: CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
March 30, 11 AM - 1:30 PM, 5 PM - 7 PM: Good Friday Fish Fry
April 4, 11:30 AM: Adult Fellowship Lunch
April 7, 11 AM - 3:30 PM: Backpack Mission Food Drive (Lowes Foods)
April 8, 4 PM: Starting Point (casual Q&A with Pastor Mike)
April 11, 8:30 AM: Rollie Hanna Breakfast resumes
April 11, 5 PM: The Gathering Fellowship Dinner
April 12, 7 PM: Indigo Choral Society Concert

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