Woodhaven Baptist Church

Prayer Concerns from our CBF Prayer Associates - Prayer

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:11:15 MST

October 2008 The October edition of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship's Prayer Associates is now available for viewing. To see the prayer needs, please click here. Prayer Associates is also available by e-mail. If you would prefer to receive your copy electronically, e-mail your request to mailto:contact@thefellowship.info. Please provide us with your full name, address, phone number, and e-mail address.

Upcoming Sunday Services - Home

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:10:27 MST

October 12: Dr. Tom Jackson October 19: Rev. Harvey Clayton October 26: Dr. Roy DeBrand

Wednesday Night Menus - Wednesday Night Meals

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:51:34 MST

October 1Pork LoinSweet PotatoesGreen BeansKids Menu:Hot Dogs & French Fries October 8Marinated ChickenPotatoesBaked BeansKids Menu: Chicken Nuggets & Tater Tots October 15Chicken PastryButter BeansCornKids Menu:Grilled Cheese & French Fries October 22Beef TipsBroccoli/Cheese SauceKids Menu:Corn Dobs & Apple Sauce October 29LasagnaApplesauceKids Menu:Pizza

Wednesday Night Meals - Wednesday Night Meals

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:47:29 MST

Join us on Wednesday evenings for a great home cooked meal! 5:30 -6:15pmCost: Adults - $5.00; Children 3-12 - $3.00; <2 - free Register Now Register for a specific night.Permanent Reservation Make a standing reservation for every Wednesday.Cancel Reservation

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY NOW OFFERED! - School of the Arts

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:54:06 MST

Have you ever wanted to learn how to take portraits or capture landscapes? Or just learn how to improve photos you take of your family? Now you have the chance! The Woodhaven School of the Arts is now offering Digital Photography! Classes will be Monday evenings beginning September 15 (class time TBA). Two four-week long classes will be taught this fall: Understanding Your Camera & The Basics of Digital Photography - This is the perfect class for beginners and will teach the basics of camera functions and composition. Different Methods for Different Subjects - For the more advanced students, this class will explore the different kinds of photography (weddings, portraits, etc.). Cost is $38.00 per four-week class. For more information, contact Susan Simpson at susan@woodhaven.org/362-0127. To register, just click below to download a registration form or pick one up in the church office.

FALL SEMESTER REGISTRATION - School of the Arts

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:50:10 MST

Autumn is just around the corner and there is no better time to broaden you or your child's creative horizon with music lessons during the WOODHAVEN SCHOOL OF THE ARTS' FALL SEMESTER! Fall Semester: September 8 - December 12 (Classes will not meet the week of November 24-28) Cost: $286.00 (Tuition can be paid in full or in monthly installments.) PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST DOWNLOAD/PRINT OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM, FILL OUT AND TURN IN TO THE CHURCH OFFICE TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION.Filling out the online form only WILL NOT register you for the semester. To download the registration form CLICK HERE

WOODHAVEN SCHOOL OF THE ARTS - School of the Arts

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:50:10 MST

Goals and Mission The Woodhaven School of the Arts is a ministry of Woodhaven Baptist Church. Our goals are to:Provide excellent training in the fine arts.Develop future church music leaders.Minister to our community through Christian Arts. It is our desire to provide the best in fine arts instruction as an extension of our Christian ministry. We are dedicated to creating an atmosphere where students can learn fine arts, develop their God-given talents and use their gifts in praise of God.Enrollment and InstructionPrivate study is offered in: PianoOrganVoiceGuitar, mandolin, banjo Visual arts (Group and Individual)Kindermusik The lessons are offered on a weekly basis in 30 minute blocks. Advanced lessons in piano, voice, strings, and organ are available with permission from the instructor and WSA director. Vocal instruction is offered to rising ninth graders through adults. See the WSA director for prerequisites to organ study.Registration To begin the enrollment process new students must:contact the director complete registration form and enrollment agreement submit them with the first month's tuition on or before the registration deadline When a student is enrolled, he/she is committing to an entire semester of study.Lessons & Scheduling All lessons are taught at Woodhaven Baptist Church to provide consistency and an atmosphere conducive to learning. No exceptions. During the enrollment process, each student will be assigned an instructor. The student or parent of the student will then be contacted to confirm a convenient lesson or class time. Once a lesson time is established, it is important that the student continue through the semester with that time.Make Up Policy We consider your private lesson time as a standing appointment. If the teacher has to miss a lesson, it will be made up. If the student misses a lesson, PRIOR NOTICE IS REQUIRED. We would prefer a six-hour or more notice for that lesson day. Please contact the instructor directly. Contacting the church office should only be used as a last resort as messages cannot always be relayed effectively to an instructor. Under these outlined circumstances, (with proper prior notice) the teacher will make up ONE lesson per student per semester. End of Semester Recitals It is important for students to hear other students play/sing. There is also great value in students performing in public. Therefore, each student will be encouraged to attend and play/sing on the spring semester recital and should plan to remain for the entire program. Adult students are not required to perform in recitals.2008-2009 Calendar FALL 2008 Semester Begins September 8 Thanksgiving Break November 24-28 Semester Ends December 12 Winter Break December 15-January 2 SPRING 2009 Semester Begins January 5 Spring Break April 6-10 Semester Ends May 15 Spring Recital May 15 SUMMER CAMP 2009 Semester Begins June 8 Semester Ends July 31Tuition WSA tuition covers all lessons, administrative expenses, salaries and recital expenses. Lesson books are not covered by tuition. Tuition is based on the number of lessons taught per semester and may be paid in full at the time of registration or in monthly installments. 45 and 60 minute advanced lessons are also available. Please see the director for details. The monthly rate is for the convenience of parents and is not related to the number of lessons in a particular month. You may make your payments by:Bringing them to the church office or Mailing them to: Woodhaven School of the Arts, 4000 Kildaire Farm Road, Apex, NC 27539 Instrument Policy A student should be able to practice on an instrument that facilitates progress. Beginning piano students may begin on a keyboard for one semester only. After that time, an acoustic piano is recommended in order that the student's technique may continue to improve. The director and teachers will be happy to recommend dealers for new, used, or rental instruments.

SUNDAY SCHOOL - Sunday School

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 13:02:26 MST

"Believing! Trusting! Doing! It's Up To Me!" This theme for the 2008-2009 Sunday School Year will help us focus efforts toward common goals and guide our achievements under the Lord's leadership. Note the emphasis on personal responsibility. A strong Bible-teaching, people-reaching Sunday School will require the best and faithful efforts of teachers and members alike!

WOODHAVEN 101 - Discipleship

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:59:51 MST

Woodhaven 101 is a great way to explore and learn about our church, our church staff, and our church ministries for both new and prospective members. Woodhaven 101 is offered at different times throughout the year. Please call the church office at 362-0127 or send an email to carrie@woodhaven.org for more information and/or to let us know if you are interested in participating.

Rebecca Hall - Church Ministry Team

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:30:52 MST

Part-Time Church Secretary - Rebecca Hall is our part-time secretary. Rebecca is a full-time student at Campbell Divinity School pursuing a MDiv. She is originally from Virginia, is married to Tim and is a mother to Sierra and Carter. Rebecca Hall

Sandy Stillman-Alvin - Church Ministry Team

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:28:31 MST

Contemporary Worship Leader: Sandy began singing Southern Gospel music with her mother in churches all over eastern NC as a small child. By the age of 16, she discovered her ability to play music by ear (after having had 10 years of piano lessons, learning how to read music) and then to write, play, and sing her own music. Sandy comes to us with a treasure of contemporary worship leadership experience at three other churches in the Triangle. She is an accomplished musician, having published a professional CD entitled "Right Where You Belong," as well as several singles. In her spare time, Sandy works with her husband providing music and DJ services for weddings, corporate events, among others, through their business, Alvin Entertainment. In addition, she is the director for the Wake Med Chorus and is an ongoing performer with the "Guitars & Friends" show. Sandy lives in Raleigh with her husband, Steve and three children, Josh, London, and Jaden, all of whom are talented musicians!

Susan Simpson - Church Ministry Team

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:28:31 MST

Church Organist and Music Associate - Susan is an experienced organist, having served churches in SC and NC. She holds a degree in organ from Meredith College and has experience working with various types of music ministy. Susan is also the Director of our Woodhaven School of the Arts. Susan and her husband Danny have two sons, Will and Allen. Susan Simpson

Sherry Williams - Church Ministry Team

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:28:31 MST

Weekday Preschool Ministry Director - Sherry has several years of experience in the childcare field and has been a member of Woodhaven since 1994. She and her husband David have two children, Taylor and Clint.

Carrie Aenmey - Church Ministry Team

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:10:32 MST

Church Office Manager - Carrie is originally from Fayetteville, Georgia where she worked as an administrative assistant for almost five years at Heritage Christian Church. She received her B.A. in Theatre Arts from LaGrange College in LaGrange, Georgia and was fortunate enough to work in theatre professionally before beginning her administrative career. Carrie is married to Kevin who is originally from Johannesburg, South Africa. Together, Carrie and Kevin enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling and exploring the great outdoors. Carrie Aenmey

Worship Opportunities at Woodhaven - Home

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 11:57:47 MST

Come and join Woodhaven at either one of these Christ Centered Worship Services. 8:30am Contemporary Worship: The Contemporary Worship service seeks to glorify God through a more contemporary and casual setting. Through uplifting praise music, personal testimonies, and the use of multimedia, this service encourages authentic and dynamic worship experiences. 10:30am Traditional Worship: This service is a more traditional style of worship. Our outstanding organist and pianist will usher you into the sanctuary proclaiming God's praises through hymns and moments of meditation. This traditional service relies more on instruments like the flute, clarinet, trumpet and handbells. We are blessed with a superb chancel choir that compliments their anthems with solo and duets. This service seeks to honor God through creative and blended worship experiences and Christ centered messages. We hope you will come and encounter God's love and grace at either one of these Christ centered worship services. Discover Worship at Woodhaven !

Worship Times - Worship Times

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 11:56:10 MST

Sunday Morning 8:30am Contemporary Worship Service 8:50am Morning Prayer Everyone is invited to join our pastor in the Welcome Room across from the Church Sanctuary to pray for any needs within our church, community and our Sunday services. 9:15am Bible Study / Small Groups for all ages 10:30am Traditional Worship Service We also provide numerous additional worship and special services and events throughout the month. See our Church Calendar for upcoming opportunities. Wednesday Evening 6:30 - 7:45pm Youth Gathering 6:30 - 7:45pm Small Groups

WORSHIP - Worship

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 11:54:05 MST

Worship is welcoming God's grace and favor to embrace us as we embrace God in spirit and truth. "Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks." John 4:23 Our goal is to offer creative worship experiences that will help build a unified congregation of believers through blended worship services, utilizing both traditional and non-traditional expressions of worship, and addressing the different needs of a transgenerational congregation and non-believers within our community. We have two worship services each Sunday morning. 8:30am Contemporary Worship: The Contemporary Worship service seeks to glorify God through a more contemporary and casual setting. Through uplifting praise music, personal testimonies, and the use of multimedia, this service encourages authentic and dynamic worship experiences. 10:30am Traditional Worship: This service is a more traditional style of worship. Our outstanding organist and pianist will usher you into the sanctuary proclaiming God's praises through hymns and moments of meditation. This classical service relies more on instruments like the flute, clarinet, trumpet and handbells. We are blessed with a superb chancel choir that compliments their anthems with solo and duets. This service seeks to honor God through creative and blended worship experiences and Christ centered messages. We hope you will come and encounter God's love and grace at either one of these Christ centered worship services. Discover Worship at Woodhaven !

No Title - Music Ministry

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:19:27 MST

The Adult Handbell Choir meets on Sunday afternoons from 4:45-5:45pm (September - June) in the Handbell Room of the Music Suite. The Handbell Choir plays on occasion in worship and for special services. This group adds a unique and exciting dimension to our Music Ministry and is led by Jim Costilow.

No Title - Music Ministry

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:19:22 MST

The Young Musicians Choir is for children in grades 4-6. They also learn how to be worship leaders and sing in worship several times throughout the year. The Young Musicians are also the main performing group for the musicals. The Young Musicians Choir meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:15-7:00pm (September - June) and is led by Carol Clark and Kris Bagwell.

No Title - Music Ministry

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:19:19 MST

The Music Makers Choir is for children in grades K-3. Children in the Music Makers Choir learn anthems, songs, hymns, and other music for use in worship and fellowship. Music Makers participate both in Sunday worship services throughout the year and assist with the Children's musicals. Music Makers meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:15-7:00pm (September - June) and is led by Julie Little and Megan Olson.

No Title - Music Ministry

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:19:16 MST

Our Preschool Choir is for children ages 3 and 4. Preschool Choir is designed to allow children to have a fun and successful introduction to music. The children learn songs, hymns, and other music for use in worship and fellowship. In addition, they learn about stories and people from the Bible, how to use the hymnal, and how to be a worship leader. The Preschool Choirs meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:15-7:00pm (September - June) and is led by Kimmie Kenney and Kim Coleman.

Dr. Stephanie Dillard de Jong - Church Ministry Team

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:51:21 MST

Minister of Music and Worship - Stephanie, a native of Charlotte, North Carolina, received her D.M.A. from the University of South Carolina, M.M. from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University, and B.M. from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Before coming to Woodhaven, Stephanie has held academic professorships at Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina and The University of North Alabama in Florence, Alabama. Active as a recitalist, she often collaborates with her husband, trumpeter, Dennis de Jong in exploring literature for soprano and trumpet. Stephanie and Dennis have two children, Chandler & Luke. The family enjoys traveling to the beach and mountains, as well as to the West Coast to visit relatives. Some of Stephanie's interests are golf, walking, cooking, Arbonne, and spending time with the boys exploring nature. Stephanie de Jong

No Title - Home

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 14:26:18 MST

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NC MISSION TRIP 2008 - Youth

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 11:41:59 MST

Grifton, NC Scheduled for Aug. 15-17 2008 Contact Linda Clayton for details.

Woodhaven Ministry Team - Contact Us

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 11:39:45 MST

Associate Pastor Rev. Brent Rector brent@woodhaven.org Minister of Worship & Music Dr. Stephanie Dillard de Jong deJong@trumpetsong.com Office Manager Carrie Aenmey carrie@woodhaven.org Secretary Rebecca Hall rebecca@woodhaven.org Weekday Preschool Director Sherry Williams paintfords@aol.com Music Associate & Organist Susan Simpson susan@woodhaven.org

SNL - Youth

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 09:04:57 MST

Sunday Night Live (September-May) Sunday Nights 6:00-8:00pm Supper is $2.50 per person What is SNL? Games, scavenger hunts, mission projects, mystery clue hunts, bonfires and other fellowship activities.

Youth Discipleship - Youth

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 09:04:57 MST

Wednesday Night Youth Discipleship at 6:30pm in the Sanctuary.(August-May) Videos, guest speakers, small group discussions, Bible Studies, real-life questions and more.

Rev. Brent Rector - Church Ministry Team

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:05:09 MST

Associate Pastor - A native of Mt. Airy, North Carolina, Brent holds a Master of Divinity with Religious Education from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1979 and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. enjoys golf, tennis and family life events. Brent and his wife Denise have two children, Brandon, a graduate of NCSU and television meteorologist in Nebraska and Elise, a graduate of UNC-G and a manager at Nordstrom. Brent Rector

Welcome - Home

Tue, 13 May 2008 07:53:31 MST

to Woodhaven Online! Please surf our website and find out more about our ministries, beliefs, and upcoming events. We hope you will discover insightful information concerning Woodhaven and many of the answers to your questions. Please email or call us if we can be of further assistance. If you are looking for a church home, we hope you will worship with us soon.

YOUTH SUMMER MISSION TRIP - Youth

Fri, 9 May 2008 07:25:31 MST

2008 Summer Mission Trip July 6-12, 2008 Charleston, SC

Baptist Fellowship of Angier - Baptist Fellowship

Wed, 7 May 2008 09:49:02 MST

Woodhaven is sponsoring a new church located in Angier, NC. Dr. Andy Wakefield is currently serving as the church's coordinator. In this role, Dr. Wakefield helps plan and organize the worship services and ministries of this exciting new church. The Baptist Fellowship meets each Sunday night at 5:00pm. We hope you will Come and Worship at the Baptist Fellowship if you live in the Angier/Fuquay-Varina area. More About Dr. Andy Wakefield Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek at Campbell Divinity School B.A., Wake Forest University M. Div., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Ph.D., Duke University Andrew Wakefield teaches New Testament Greek, New Testament survey courses, and courses on the writings of the New Testament. His doctoral dissertation, Where to Live: The Hermeneutical Significance of Paul's Citations from Scripture in Galatians 3: 1-14, was published by Brill Academic Publisher and the Society of Biblical Literature. Dr. Wakefield is currently writing a textbook for the study of New Testament Greek. He is also writing a commentary on the book of Galatians to be published by Smyth & Helwys. He has served as an interim pastor, preacher, and guest teacher in North Carolina Baptist churches. Dr. Wakefield's hobbies include woodworking, computers, fishing, metalworking, and cooking. He and his wife, Olivia, have two children.

CBF North Carolina Futre Gatherings - CBF News

Wed, 7 May 2008 09:44:04 MST

CBFNC General Assembly Each year, our fellowship experiences a "family reunion" in the form of the General Assembly. Usually held in a church, the assembly offers inspiring worship, informative ministry workshops, and helpful resources from various ministry partners and rich fellowship with Christians from around the state. 2009: March 20-21 Snyder Memorial Baptist Church, Fayetteville

Church-Wide International Mission Trip - Missions

Wed, 7 May 2008 09:08:57 MST

International Mission Trip to Belize C.A.June 14-21 2008Please pray for our team as they minister in Belize.

COME JOIN US ! - Senior Adults

Wed, 7 May 2008 09:07:45 MST

The Senior Adults of Woodhaven get together several times a month to go out and socialize and eat some good food together. Standing Date! The FIRST TUESDAY of every month, join us at K&S Cafeteria in Cary! Please contact Brent at brent@woodhaven.org for more details.

SENIORS ON MISSION - Senior Adults

Wed, 7 May 2008 09:06:27 MST

FIRST MONDAY Serving at Wilmington Street Mission (Fuquay Group) THIRD MONDAY Serving at Wilmington Streeet Mission (Apex Group)

Adopted Refugee Family #2 - Missions

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 13:52:56 MST

Adopted Refugee Family #1 - Missions

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 13:52:53 MST

HELP NEEDED FOR MISSION PROJECTS - Missions

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 13:51:45 MST

Mission Teams have been working with local families with housing issues that include repairs and relocations. Volunteers are needed to help finish some of the nearly completed projects. If you can help on a Saturday morning (or any other time), please contact the following project leaders: Travis Davis (travisdavis@nc.rr.com or 372-1714) Liz Newlin (daisy8091@juno.com or 210-9696) Bill Pleasants (362-0635)

Woodhaven Weekday Preschool - Weekday Preschool

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 13:29:40 MST

Our Purpose as a preschool is to introduce your child to an environment that encourages the development of social relationships, to provide play experiences that contribute to the developmental needs of your child's individual needs and abilities. Our staff is committed to providing a happy, fun, accepting and safe environment for your child. We provide opportunities for your child to grow in a Christian environment-spiritually, mentally, socially, and emotionally. Schedule: Classes begin in September and end in May. We follow the Wake County traditional school calendar pertaining to teacher workdays and holidays. School Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Programs: Two Year Olds 2 Days - Monday & Wednesday 2 Days - Tuesday & Thursday Three Year Olds 2 Days - Tuesday & Thursday 3 Days - Monday, Wednesday & Friday Four Year Olds 3 Days - Monday, Wednesday & Friday 3 Days - Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 4 Days - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 5 Days - Monday - Friday Transition Class 5 Days - Monday - Friday If you would like to speak with our Weekday Preschool Director, Sherry Williams, please call 919-362-3909.

PASSPORTkids Summer Camp - Children

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 08:17:42 MST

2008 Camp Dates June 30-July 3 Eagle Eyrie Conference Center - Lynchburg, VA For children who have completed 3rd grade-6th grade

Tithes and Offerings - On Line Giving

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 07:37:43 MST

Tithing is a biblical principle of giving your time, talents and financial tithes to support the Kingdom of God. Church members and faithful friends of Woodhaven have chosen to help expand the Kingdom of God through the missions and ministry of Woodhaven Baptist Church. A tithe is considered to be a financial gift of ten percent (10%) of an individuals weekly, monthly or annual income. Some members give on a weekly basis while other members give bi-monthly, monthly or quaterly to God's Church and ministries. A financial offering is actually considered to be a gift above and beyond the ten percent of a person's income. Some members sacrificially both tithe and give offerings to special mission efforts or ministries they embrace and support. Tithes and offerings are genuine and sincere gifts birthed from a persons heart, soul and mind who seek to honor and give thanks to God for the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Giving is an expression of our love and faithfulness to Christ.

Need Some Personal Guidance or Coaching? - 30/30/C

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 11:06:04 MST

Or do you have some basic questions?Please contact Brent Rector at 362-0127 or brent@woodhaven.org for details, help or direction.We'll journey together with God!

Looking Ahead - 30/30/C

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 11:05:57 MST

FEBRUARY - EASTER (LATE MARCH): The Lenten Walk MARCH - MAY: Let Your Spirit Bloom JUNE - AUGUST: Time to Recreate SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER: A Missional Spirit OCTOBER - NOVEMBER: Soul Feast DECEMBER: Advent

30/30/C - 30/30/C

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 11:05:52 MST

Research has shown that for a new pattern in our life to become permanent, we need to repeat it for at least 21 days. For this, we have expanded that to 30 DAYS. To be able to read, reflect and pray, 30 minutes is a good starting point.If we're rushing through to say, "I did it", and then move on to another event, what good is it? READ a devtional story. Reflect on how it might relate to your life. MEDITATE on the scripture you find related to the story. PRAY and try to focus on being still. You don't have to fill all of the quiet...just spend time with God. To COVENANT or promise is a sacred way in which God related with people in Biblical times. The people promised to change their ways. As a result, God would help and strengthen them to accomplish this. to use the word "challenge" or "resolution rather than "covenant" signifies a beginning and end, a contract or punch list to fulfill. Covenant speaks of relationship, promise and ongoing as its foundation. Fore the month of January, why not try 30 MINUTES A DAY FOR 30 DAYS and covenant with God for strength and help.

Let's Get Started On Our 2008 Journey! - 30/30/C

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 11:05:49 MST

It's really up to each of us to do some reconfiguring of time, find our space, decide on what we will use to guide us (devotional material) and then get started. Let's begin the new year with 30/30/C: 30 MINUTES for 30 DAYS - COVENANT

What About The Rest of the Year? - 30/30/C

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 11:05:45 MST

Here on this website, through information on the table in the Sanctuary foyer and other sources, we'll walk through the year together with resources, guides and opportunities to help us maintain our daily devotional time!

LEAP into the New Year of Spiritual Growth Beginning With 30/30/C! - 30/30/C

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:49:34 MST

What's happening with your life in 2008? Have you thought about spiritual planning? Are you thinking about some concrete ways to grow closer to God? Hopefully you will embrace one of the suggestions we have listed below along with the covenant to follow and "make time with God" part of your daily routine. As with anything in life, to improve, draw closer in a relationship, gain skills, etc., you must give your time and effort. It is the same with spiritual growth. Nurturing our relationship with God and our spiritual maturity means a daily time with God. Blocking out the world, focusing attention and being still are vital elements of this daily time. In our busy, fast-paced, "fill the quiet with noise" world that we live in, it has become difficult to "find the time" for God. But God always has time for us. So, how can we do this? Well, we can walk through this year together! Let's pray, inquire and be supportive and helpful with one another. Let's share devotional material and creative ways we can spend time with God.

Stephen Ministry - Stephen Ministry

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 13:05:04 MST

Stephen Ministry is an outreach of the pastoral care offered at Woodhaven to people experiencing times of transition and crisis in their lives. Stephen Ministers are laypeople who have been equipped and trained to provide confidential, distinctively one-to-one, lay Christian care.Confidential: Stephen Ministers observe strict standards of confidentiality in their relationships with their care-receivers, whose identity and personal circumstances are very closely protected.One-to-one: Stephen Ministers meet privately with one care receiver of the same gender. Lay: Stephen Ministers are trained and supervised lay volunteers, not professional counselors or therapists, pastors, or physicians. Christian: Stephen Ministers are Christians who care in the name of Christ. They are equipped and willing to talk about spiritual issues as their care-receivers may desire, but they fully respect their care-receivers autonomy, and never insist upon their own point of view on any issue.Care: Stephen Ministers care by listening, supporting and encouraging, praying, being dependable and trustworthy, and maintaining confidentiality in their caregiving. Stephen Ministers provide the care, but it is God who provides the cure. For more information on Stephen Ministry, please visit their webpage: Stephen Ministry Stephen Ministry at Woodhaven began in the Fall of 2003 with the training of Harvey Clayton and Cheryl Johnson as Stephen Leaders, who administer the program and training. Currently we have six trained Stephen Ministers (three males and three females). Stephen Ministers at Woodhaven are part of a large network of Triangle churches that make up the Triangle Area Stephen Ministry Network (TASMN). There are approximately 63 churches in this network. For information about TASMN, please visit TASMN If you would like to explore the possibility of acquiring the assistance of a Stephen Minister, or if you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister yourself, please e-mail or phone one of the Stephen Leaders: Harvey Clayton (919.418.8911) or Cheryl Johnson (919.557.6277). You may also call the church office at 919-362-0127 if you have any questions or if you would like to learn how you can support this important ministry in our congregation. Stephen Ministry is a wonderful opportunity to share the love of Jesus with others.

MUSIC MINISTRY - Music Ministry

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 12:40:29 MST

Music is a wonderful part of our ministry here at Woodhaven. I would like to take the opportunity to share with you our current offerings in the Music Ministry. This is a general sketch of each group, so if you have further questions, please do not hesitate to call or email me. Stephanie de Jong Blessings, Stephanie de Jong

No Title - Music Ministry

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 16:07:32 MST

The Adult Choir is charged with leading our congregation in worship at the 10:30 service. The rehearsals are held every Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:00pm in the Choir Room of the Music Suite. The choir is a volunteer choir and no audition is required. Childcare is available during the rehearsals. The choir not only leads the weekly 10:30 worship service, but prepares special music for various occasions throughout the year.