REMINDERS FOR THIS WEEK:

• Youth Service Project: Homeless Blanket Distribution- Tomorrow, Jan 21 at 1:00 pm
• New Youth Bible Study: The Problem With Evil- Begins this Sunday, Jan 22 at 5:30 pm
• PARENT MEETING for 6th graders (Rising 7th graders)- This Sunday, Jan 22 at 4:30 pm
• CLUB 56 KICK-OFF EVENT- this Friday, Jan 27 at 6:30 pm
• Wednesday Night Bible Study- this Wednesday at 7:00 pm

WORSHIP RESOURCES FOR SUNDAY, JANUARY 22

CHURCH BUSINESS CONFERENCE- Cancelled

The meeting originally scheduled for Sunday, January 22nd has been canceled.

Our next Business Conference is scheduled for April 23, 2023.

FOR PARENTS OF 6TH GRADERS (Rising 7th graders)

***IMPORTANT MEETING!***

THIS SUNDAY, JAN 22 at 4:30 pm | Student Building

There's big changes ahead and Jackie Pena, the Youth Minister, will be sharing what to expect through this transition, what programming will be available for your student, and what you need to know NOW so your student can participate in 2023 summer camps and mission activities. Sign-ups are already underway and we don't want them to miss out! Please plan to come out for this informative meeting.

ATTENTION ALL MEDICAL PERSONNEL

Will you serve on our Safety Team?

The safety team is actively looking to add medical personnel to their ranks. If you are presently licensed in North Carolina as a Physician, PA, RN, or EMT (any level), you are needed. While all safety team members receive First Aid and CPR training, they want to augment the team with medical professionals. One medical responder will be assigned each Sunday. This person would go about their normal Sunday activities but would also carry a team radio and agree to respond on campus to any medical emergency. 

If you will serve on the team one Sunday a month and occasionally at special events please, contact Jeff Willis ([email protected] or 919.369.7921.) 

DISCOVER THE

GROVE CLASS

Sunday, February 5

10:30 am-1:00 pm

includes Lunch

New to Piney Grove? Join us for lunch and an information session about Piney Grove. The class will cover the ins and outs of our church mission & beliefs, resources, programs, and lots of other useful info as you get to know us. You're an important part of our community and we want to make sure you're 'In the Know'. This class is designed for New Members and those who are thinking about joining Piney Grove. (For those still thinking about joining, attending this class does not commit you, it simply gives you the information you need to help make your decision.) The class is open to adults and youth (age 16+).

Meet the Celebrities! Okay, so maybe they aren't quite celebrities, but they are pretty cool people. Our church staff will join us for lunch because they're excited to get to know you better. They will also be able to answer questions about the different ministries at Piney Grove.

Registration is going on now!

FRIENDLY REMINDERS FOR THE NEW YEAR

2022 Giving Statements

Will be mailed out no later than January 31st. Please wait until after that time before calling the church office to get a statement. Thanks!

Deadlines for the eNews Submissions

• General announcements- due by Tuesday of each week.
• Events needing a sign-up- due at least one week prior to being published.

All information should be emailed to Holly Baldwin, [email protected].

DO YOU GIVE TO PINEY GROVE ONLINE?

**If you give your tithes and offerings online through our planning center portal, please read this carefully.**

ACH (bank transfers): Please be aware that the ACH fee has changed from $.25 to $.30 per transaction.

BUT IT'S ONLY A NICKEL! Yes, however, this means that if you have auto-draft set-up and you have graciously opted to cover the fees, the new additional .5 is being subtracted from your tithe.

(For Example: If your account is set to transfer $100 (tithe) + $.25 (fee), then going forward with the new rate change, it would transfer as $99.95 (tithe) + $.30 (fee).)

Action Needed: If you want your full tithe to go to Piney Grove, then simply go into Church Center using a web browser (not the mobile app) and adjust the draft amount to include the additional $.5.

Credit & Debit Cards: When you give using this method, please be aware that we are charged 2.15% + $0.30 per transaction. This means if you give $500 then $488.95 is given to Piney Grove and $11.05 (goes to the fees). BUT THERE IS A SOLUTION... in fact two options!

Solution 1: When you give your tithe please select the option to cover the fees.

Solution 2: Consider switching to ACH draft (only $0.30 per transaction), especially for larger monthly tithes that could be set to auto-draft.

Choosing either of these options allows Piney Grove to receive more of the funds you're giving to use for ministry!

How do I adjust my giving online?

1. Log in to Church Center (www.pineygrovebc.churchcenter.com) using a web browser, not your mobile app.
2. Click on the round icon in the upper right corner of your screen to go into your PROFILE.
3. Scroll down until you see the option called, 'My Giving.' That is where you can make changes, set up auto-draft, set payment methods, view giving history, and more!

If you have questions or need help, please contact Peggy Garner or Holly Baldwin in the church office.

Thank you for your generosity. Your financial support makes the awesome ministries and missions at Piney Grove possible!

MEAL & MISSIONS ANNOUNCEMENT- Schedule Change!

Our regular schedule of Meal and Missions, on the first Wednesday of each month, will now be without the meal part. After several months of monitoring the attendance, costs, and other aspects, the kitchen team and the staff have decided to postpone the meal portion of this night indefinitely. We will continue to have our normal Missions focus on this night and the times for those will remain the same. Children’s choir will begin at their normal time, RA’s, GA’s, Mission Friends, Baptist Men, and WOM will all meet at 7:00 pm unless otherwise noted. We know that the meal fellowship time has been enjoyable for those who have attended but we feel that it is more feasible for us to postpone this for now and evaluate if and when we might re-launch the meal portion. If you have any questions regarding this change, please contact Pastor Mike. 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ADULT BIBLE STUDY

Wednesdays at 7 pm | Sanctuary

Living in Anticipation

1 Thessalonians

In First Thessalonians, Paul encourages the church to live with an eye towards the skies; to so live in anticipation of the return of our Lord Jesus Christ that it affects every area of daily living; our friendships, our love, our work, good times, and tough times, even the way we see death itself. Join us on Wednesday nights, at 7 pm for an in-depth study of 1 Thessalonians.

5TH SUNDAY FAMILY WORSHIP- January 29th

There will be no kids worship. Instead, all kids ages 3 and up worship in the sanctuary with their parents. Nursery will be provided for ages 0-2 years old.  

DEEP IMPACT KIDS MISSION CAMP- Registration Open Now

July 30th – August 2nd, 2023 | Charity, NC

Only 6 child spots left!

COST: $75 (covers transportation, meals, lodging, & materials)

AGES: 1st grade thru rising 6th grade AFTER June 4th

This is a working mission camp. This means we serve others and also have fun!

Chaperones are needed. Please let Mrs. Michelle know if you're available to chaperone, especially male chaperones. We need 3 male chaperones and 3 female chaperones.

CLUB 56 NEWS & UPDATES

There will be a meeting held this Sunday at 4:30 pm in the student building for all parents of children who will be transitioning into the youth group. This applies to 6th graders / rising 7th graders after June 4, 2023. If you have a current 6th grader, you NEED to be present at this meeting to understand all the options your child will have in the youth, including summer camps and service opportunities. 

Club 56 is kicking off next Friday, January 27th at 6:30 pm in the Student building- Worship Center. Parents and their 5th and 6th grade tweens are invited to hear how this new ministry will operate. Afterward, parents will stay and listen to Susan Oliver, who has over 29 years of experience teaching middle school, discuss topics that relate to your tween. The tweens will be dismissed for a game theme night. 

**NEW! Club 56 will begin meeting in the student building for Sunday School and Club 56 worship beginning, Sunday, February 5th. All Club 56ers MUST check in at the front desk. 

Club 56 Schedule at a Glance:

9:30am Breakfast

9:45am Sunday School

10:45am Game Room

11:00am Worship (in Student Worship Center)

12:00pm Game Room until parents pick up

GRADE SCHOOL KIDS CHOIR

Mrs. Heather will be having solo tryouts next Wednesday, January 25, 2023 in the sanctuary. Make sure your children rehearse for the solo they desire! Tryouts begin promptly at 5:55pm. 

PRESCHOOL ANGELIC CHOIR

CDs will be given out next Wednesday, January 25th by Mrs. Darla so the pre/K can begin rehearsing at home for their presentation on Easter Sunday, April 9th, 2023 and Friday and Saturday nights before the children’s musical on April 29th and April 30th.  

KIDS MISSION GROUPS (RAs, GAs, & MFs)

Individual Mission Projects are REQUIRED for all RA’s and GA’s to participate in 2 special events each year. These mission projects need to be completed and turned in the Wednesday BEFORE the event dates. Ensure your children begin working on their mission projects now, so your children will be able to participate in these special events. Winners of the mission projects will be announced on the following Sundays of the events. See below:

March 1st– RA Mission Projects Due

March 4th– RA Car Race – Mission Projects Displayed and Judged

March 5th– RA Winner of Mission Project Announced and Recognized, Mission Projects Displayed in the Church

March 15th – GA Mission Project Due

March 18th – GA Mother/Daughter Brunch – Mission Projects Displayed and Judged

March 19th - GA Winner of Mission Project Announced and Recognized, Mission Projects Displayed in the Church

NEW TO PINEY GROVE KIDS?

Welcome! We're so excited you're here. We want you to be 'in the know' so check out this info sheet about the Children's Ministry here at Piney Grove.

YOUTH SERVICE PROJECT- Homeless Blanket Distribution

This Saturday, January 21, 2023

Youth will be distributing blankets to the homeless in downtown Raleigh while sharing the gospel and praying over them. They will depart church campus at 1:00 pm.  

Please be in prayer for our students as they serve this weekend.

NEW YOUTH BIBLE STUDY- The Problem With Evil

BEGINS THIS SUNDAY | 5:30-6:30 pm

How can God coexist with all of the evil and suffering we see in the world? Do not be afraid to ask the question. God has an answer! The Problem with Evil is an eye-opening study of God's Word looking for answers to some of the toughest questions of all. This will be an amazing inductive Bible Study on the book of Job. Students will need their Bibles, Journal, and if they would like to use Bible marking highlighters please bring them to class. All work will be done in class.

SEWING CLUB- NEW!

BEGINS MONDAY, JAN 30 | 4:00 pm

We will begin a new Sewing Club that will teach you how to make outfits for yourself and also to donate to Operation Christmas Child. Please let Mrs. Jackie know if you are interested and will be attending. Mrs. Eva has reserved this time and she is truly excited to start this journey. Please bring a sewing machine with you if you have one.

DEEP IMPACT MISSIONS TRIP, MOREHEAD CITY

Registration Going On Now!

July 10-15, 2023

For Youth in Grades 7-12th (as of June 4)

Deep Impact, sponsored by NC Baptists on Mission, offers a mission camp experience that is Gospel-Centered, Missions-Focused, and Life-Impacting. The schedule will include devotions, worship, church Bible Study group time, and an intense missions-based opportunity, including some construction projects. This will be a great opportunity to serve our community while studying God's Word.  

COST: $249 per student ($75 deposit required to register)

GOODNESS OF GOD APOLOGETICS CONFERENCE

for Youth & Young Adults

Friday, Feb 24 (6:00-10:00 pm) & Saturday, Feb 25 (8:00 am-12:30 pm)

We're excited for this local conference to offer our students both youth and young adults the opportunity to learn to give an Apologetic. This is a great conference you do not want to miss!

Since this is a local event, we will NOT be providing bus transportation. Instead, parents will drop-off/pick-up directly at Rawls Baptist Church (10665 US 401 N, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526).

Friday      Drop-off by: 5:50 pm | Pick-Up by: 10:00 pm

Saturday   Drop-off by: 8:00 am | Pick-Up by: 12:30pm

Fee: $15 per person

covers dinner on Friday night, light breakfast on Saturday morning, and a love offering that will go towards the speakers since they are donating their time with us. :-)

Space for this conference is limited so please register asap!

MISSION TRIP TO PUERTO RICO- Registration going on now!

July 22-29, 2023

The Piney Grove high school youth and young adults will be taking a team to serve and share the gospel with the people of Puerto Rico this summer! Participants must be 9th grade or older.

Contact Jackie Pena for cost and details!

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH CLASS

in preparation for Mission Trips

Begins Sunday, February 5th at 5:00 pm

Jackie Pena will be starting a Conversational Spanish class on Sundays at 5:00 pm for anyone attending mission trips this summer. The first class will be Sunday, February 5th in the Student Dining Hall. Participants will need two books. This class is in preparation for the groups going on Missions this summer however, anyone is welcome to participate. There will be some homework assigned each week. Email Jackie Pena if you plan to attend.

Books needed:

1. Madrigal's Magic Key to Spanish: A Creative and Proven Approach

2. Short Stories in Spanish by Olly Richards Volume 1 for Beginners

YOUNG ADULT WEEKLY FELLOWSHIP

Meets Thursdays at 7:30 pm.

This group is currently studying the book of Ephesians.



JOY GROUP SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY

Mike Mallett, Minister to Adults

Space is limited to 30 people.

WAITING LIST- If we exceed 30 people, we will have a waiting list to gauge additional interest.

SENIOR ADULT TRIP TO PENNSYLVANIA

Registration going on now

Pastor Mike will be taking the Joy Group Senior Adults to Lancaster, Pennsylvania this fall. The group will depart on Wednesday, September 6th and return on Saturday, September 9th.

COST: $375 per person ($75 deposit due by March 9th)

Trip includes:

• Bus Transportation
• 3 nights of accommodations (breakfast included)
• Sight & Sound Theatre- ticket to MOSES
• Strasburg Railroad- train ride in the Amish country
• Shady Maple Smorgasbord- Dinner
• Kettle Kitchen Village- for shopping
• Hershey Farms- lunch buffet

2023 MEETING & EVENT SCHEDULE

The 2023 calendar of events for the Joy Group is available now and there are lots of fun activities planned. Printed copies are available in the Welcome Center information board or you may use the link provided to view and print from home.

For questions about these events, please contact pastor Mike.

ADULT SMALL GROUPS

Rev. Mike Mallett, Minister to Adults

WEEKLY SMALL GROUP SCHEDULE

SUNDAY MORNINGS at 9:45 am

Meets in Main Building

·   Room 101- GO & GROW (Median Adult, Coed)

·   Room 102- A.C. NIX (Sr Adult, Men)

·   Room 103- GORDON (Adult, Coed)

·   Room 106- GRACE MISSIONS (Sr Adult, Women)

·   Room 109- BARRACA (Men)

·   Fell Hall- GARNER DISCIPLESHIP (Multi-gen, Coed)

·   Office Annex- HALLELUJAH/OMEGA (Sr Adult, Coed)

Meets in Student Building

·   Room 103- TRUTHSEEKERS (Multi-gen, Coed)

·   Worship Center- POTTERY (Median Adult, Coed)

MONDAYS

6:15 pm- 8:30 pm ENCOURAGERS (Median Adult, Coed) meets in Fellowship Hall

Note new time & location being used during the Revelation DVD study.

7:00 pm- GARNER DISCIPLESHIP LADIES– Meets the 2nd Monday of each month in the Office Annex

TUESDAYS

10:30 am– FRIENDLY/JOY (Sr Adult, Coed) meets in Student Building- Dining Hall

THURSDAYS

7:00 pm– GARNER DISCIPLESHIP MEN

Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month in the Student Building, Room 103.

NEED HELP FINDING A CLASS?   Contact Pastor Mike and he can help you get plugged in.

WHAT ABOUT MY KIDS & YOUTH?   We provide safe, age-appropriate classes for Nursery, Preschool, Grade School, & Youth on Sunday Mornings at 9:45 am. 

MISSION OPPORTUNITIES

Check out the Hands of Love Facebook group to see their latest creations.

HANDS OF LOVE MINISTRY- Everyone Invited!

Meets on the 1st & 3rd Monday of each month at 10:30 am in the Fellowship Hall. The men and women in this group do a variety of activities including knitting and crocheting to make lap robes, blankets, beanies, scarves, and other items for those in need of a little comfort and hope. They also make cards, decorate bags for disaster relief, and more. Anyone interested is invited to participate.

Don't know how to crochet or knit? That's okay. They are glad to teach anyone who is interested.

Hands of Love contact is: Terry Baker (919.552.2279)

STEWARDSHIP

Offering Drop Boxes- Are located on the wall in the Welcome Center, by the side sanctuary door, and outside the Sanctuary in the hallway leading toward the library. Envelopes may also be dropped in the slot on the church office front door.

NEEDED PER WEEK: $18,231     YTD BUDGET DEFICIT: - $4,451

Thank you for your continued faithfulness.

Your gifts make missions & ministry POSSIBLE!