Membership Outreach: Luke 15:4 says "What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it?" If you know of anyone (child, grandchild, relative, or friend) who has lost their way, Pastor would like to personally connect with them. Please mail him a letter with their name, address, home number, cell number or email address. Please make sure that you include your information in the letter.
Mail to: Union Chapel M.B. Church
ATTN: O. Wendell Davis, Pastor
OPEN BY ADDRESSEE ONLY
315 Winchester Road, NE
Huntsville, AL 35811
Connecting With Pastor – May 19, 2012: The Youth Out of School Rally will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. located at the Pavilion. We invite all children to attend. Children will enjoy games, riding horses, watching movies, food, and fellowship with our Pastor and Sis. Davis. Any children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the entire fellowship. Please sign up at the Welcome Center. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Bro. Melvin Felton or Sis. Doris Ford at christianed@unionchapel-hsv.org.
High School and College Graduates – May 20, 2012: All 2012 high school and college graduates who are members of Union Chapel M. B. Church should complete a Graduate Information Survey form which can be found at the Welcome Center today. Survey forms may be deposited in the offering basket, given to an usher at the Welcome Center, left in the front office at the Church, or returned to Bro. Wilbert Brown. All surveys must be returned no later than Sunday, May 20, 2012. The 2012 graduation celebration program and reception will be held on Sunday, June 10, 2012, at the 10:45 a.m. worship service. Students receiving a high school diploma, Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Masters and Ph. D/Ed. S will be honored. Please contact Bro. Wilbert Brown or any other member of the Education Assistance Ministry for additional information.
Dedication Ceremony – May 20, 2012: The Dedication Ceremony for the Re-naming of West Mastin Lake Elementary School to the James I. Dawson Elementary School will be held Sunday, May 20, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. at the West Mastin Lake Elementary School located at 5308 Mastin Lake Road in Huntsville, AL 35810. The public is cordially invited to attend this event.
Pastoral Reception for Graduates – June 3, 2012: All graduates and their parents are invited to attend a Pastoral Reception for Graduates on Sunday, June 3, 2012, from 5:00 -7:00 p.m. in the Church Fellowship Hall. Pastor Davis will be the speaker for this occasion. If you plan to attend the reception, please sign up today at the Welcome Center. For more information, please contact the Church Office.
2012 Vacation Bible School – June 4-8, 2012: Our 2012 Vacation Bible School will be held Monday, June 4, 2012 – Friday, June 8, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. nightly for all ages. The theme for this year is, “Fishin’ On a Mission with Jesus,” Background Scripture: Matthew 4:19. A noon day class for adults will once again be held each day in the Fellowship Hall. You may register on-line at www.unionchapel-hsv.org or pick up one of the registration forms at the Welcome Center. Volunteers are still desperately needed!!! Assistance is needed in the following areas: Instructors (for all ages except Collegiate and Adults), Assistant Instructors, Arts and Crafts, Food Service, Floaters, Wellness Staff…just to name a few. If you are interested, please see Sis. Audra Allen or you may e-mail at audraallen@aol.com.
Connecting with Pastor and Sis. Davis - 30 and 40 Something’s – June 9, 2012: Please join us as we travel to Chattanooga, Tennessee to board the "Riverboat" for a lunch cruise on Saturday, June 9, 2012. The cost for this lunch cruise is only $25 per person. We are planning to fellowship on a private deck (for groups of 50 or more). In order to get an accurate count, you MUST SIGN-UP. Payment will be accepted on Wednesdays, May 16, and May 23, 2012, in the Church foyer area prior to Bible Study or you may stop by the Church Office anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. each weekday. Deadline for signing up and final payment is May 25, 2012. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Bro. Melvin Felton at christianed@unionchapel-hsv.org or you may call the Church Office.
Membership Notice: All members are requested to completely fill out your tithes and offering envelopes with your full name, address including city, state and zip code along with your telephone number. The amount should be included on the offering envelope. This information is needed in order for your end of the year financial tax statements to be correct.
Church Calendar available online at http://www.unionchapel-hsv.org – Click the Calendar link to see all upcoming events online. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Church Office for more information.
Relay for Life - May 18, 2012: The 2012 Relay for Life of Huntsville Metro will be held on Friday, May 18, 2012, beginning at 7:00 p.m. through Saturday, May 19, 2012, at 7:00 a.m. The Relay will be held at the John Hunt Park located off Airport Road. Registration forms areavailable today at the Welcome Center or you maycontact Sis. Joyce Hampton for further information.
HEALTH AWARENESS
May is Arthritis Awareness Month. This year, the Arthritis National Research Foundation is asking America to "Go Blue for Arthritis," in an effort to get people talking about arthritis and the need for more research. Wear your blue all month. Did you know? Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the U. S., affecting 1 in 5 adults.
May is National Stroke Awareness Month and purple is the color. Although stroke can happen to anyone, certain risk factors can increase chances of a stroke. However, studies show that up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented by working with a healthcare professional to reduce personal risk. Did you know? High blood pressure is a major risk factor if left untreated.
May is also High Blood Pressure Awareness Month and the color is red.
What is high blood pressure? High blood pressure means the heart is pumping harder to move blood through the body. This can weaken blood vessels and damage major organs, such as the brain. Left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to stroke.
On the fourth Sunday, pick your color and wear red, purple or blue.
Interview Skills Workshop - May 14, 2012: The Christian Education Ministry will be hosting an Interview Skills Workshop on Monday, May 14, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in the Church Fellowship Hall. We will have additional workshops to address interviews. Mark your calendar for the following workshops/events:
May 14, 2012 Interview Skills
May 21, 2012 Mock Interviews
Education Assistance Ministry Meeting – May 16, 2012: The Education Assistance Ministry will meet on Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at 5:45 p.m. in the Conference Room. All members are encouraged to be present and on time.
2012 Vacation Bible School Worker’s Clinic – May 19, 2012: The Vacation Bible School Worker’s Clinic will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. All Vacation Bible School workers are encouraged to attend. Questions? Please see Sis. Audra Allen or you may e-mail her at audraallen@aol.com.
Christian Academy Registration: The Union Chapel Christian Academy is now accepting applications for all grades (K – 12). Applications may be picked up either at the Academy or from the Church Office during normal business hours. Please feel free to contact the Academy if you have any questions at 256.489.4728.
Child Development Center Program: The Union Chapel Child Development Center will have their end of the year program at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 18, 2012, in the Main Sanctuary.
Christian Academy Program: The Union Chapel Christian Academy will have their end of the year program at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 24, 2012, in the Main Sanctuary.
Union Chapel Tutorial Program: The Union Chapel Tutorial Program has begun again on Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. in the Tutorial Room. Tutoring will be offered to students in grades K-12 in all subjects. Please contact the Youth Department for further information.
Part-time Daycare Workers: The Union Chapel Child Development Center is in need of some part-time daycare workers. You must be at least 19 years old to apply. If interested, you may obtain an employment application from the Church Office or the Child Development Center during any weekday during regular business hours.
Teaching Opportunities: Union Chapel Christian Academy is currently accepting applications for teachers in grades K – 12. Applications may be picked up from either the Church Office or the Academy during normal business hours. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Academy at 256.489.4728.
Youth Out of School Rally Volunteers Needed – May 16, 2012: We are askinganyone interested in volunteering for the Youth Out of School Rally on May 19, 2012, to please sign up at the Welcome Center. The last day to sign up will be Wednesday, May 16, 2012. If you have any questions, please contact Sis. Doris Ford at ucyouth@unionchapel-hsv.org.
Vacation Bible School Volunteers Needed (June 4-8): Volunteers are needed for our 2012 Vacation Bible School which will be held on Monday, June 4, 2012 through Friday, June 8, 2012, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. nightly. Assistance is needed in the following areas: Instructors, Assistant Instructors, Nursery Workers, Arts & Crafts, Food Service, Floaters, Wellness Staff…just to name a few. If you are interested, please see Sis. Audra Allen or you may e-mail her at audraallen@aol.com.
Church Transportation Volunteers Needed: The Transportation Ministry is currently experiencing a shortage of drivers to transport members and guests to and from Sunday worship services. We are asking Union Chapel members to volunteer to fill these driver vacancies by signing up at the Church Business Office to fill these needs. Please contact the following person to meet Union Chapel driver’s qualifications: Sis. Rose Parks-Rice: Union Chapel Church Business Office, 315 Winchester Road NE, Huntsville, AL 35811. Tel: 256.852.1150. Please bring a valid Alabama Driver’s License for certification. Additionally, please contact the following persons: Bro. Jerome Collins, Union Chapel Transportation Ministry Coordinator email: jcollins1961@aol.com., Bro. Willie Watson, Union Chapel Transportation Ministry Assistant Coordinator email: watsonf@bellsouth.net.
Congratulations to Deacon Donald and Sis. Marilyn Warren who celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on Thursday, May 10, 2012. May God continue to bless the Warren family.
Congratulations to Bro. Darnell and Sis. Annie Bradley who celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary on Friday, May 11, 2012. May God continue to bless the Bradley family.
