winstonsalemfirst SEPT 2009 VOLUME 1, ISSUE 3

prayer - community - mission

Legacy Moment Seeking the Face of God
Contributors Greetings dear friends, I am writing to encourage you to continue
WSFirst Staff: doing good for the sake of our Lord. I remember traveling down
Pastor and Darla the Blue Ridge Parkway one winter going to see my Father‘s
Rakes mother who was in the last stages of death. She was so at peace
Pastor Holly Potter with her God it was as if when we went into the room she was just
Pastor L. Ashby
Reverend Elwood keeping company with God.
Rakes Her praying did not just express something of her character and
Writer/Editor: determination to live for God, even though my grandfather was an
Loyall Solomon alcoholic. No, her prayer also demonstrated something of the na-
Writers/Contributors: ture and character of our God. You see, the Bible tells us that God
Dee Stone is love but I have come to understand that it also means that God is a friend. When
Dick Reifsnyder grandmother prayed she was responding to the deep friendship she had with the Lord.
Emma Parham When we pray we are allowing ourselves to admit that God will come into our situations
Glenda Martin
Hassell Sheets at the deepest level. In fact, true prayer is just allowing God the access to our deepest
Judy Conte and most intimate needs.
Judy Hedrick Søren Kierkegaard put it like this: ―Prayer does not change God, but it changes him who
Martie Boles prays.‖ We do not pray to inform God, as if he was ignorant of events and of what we
Marty Box
Shirley Pinnix are thinking and feeling. Instead, we pray ―your will be done‖ so that in our companion-
ship with him, as prayerful people, we really do begin to become radically different.
Photographers:
Our whole being begins to be shaped by the life and spirit of prayer.
Bryan Jones
Char Conners Join with us this fall as we pray for our friends and neighbors to come to know our Lord
Debbie Riffe in the deepest kind of ways. We love you - we really do.
Najie Conners
By Pastor and Darla Rakes
Phiphine Moore
Rodney Ashby Candied Apples, Tea Sandwiches, and Counseling
Roy Smith
Richard Cassidy If you want to was born in Brooksville, Ky., and has two
meet two totally brothers, both of whom are doctors. By the
Writer/Design: devoted people time he was 20, Carl had a very lucrative
Richard Cassidy who are and promising career with a large company
―completely sold where the leaders were very impressed by
out‖ to the work his work ethic. This trait still permeates eve-
of the Lord, then rything that he does to this day. But once the
read on and get Lord began to gently call him into the minis-
to know Pastor Carl and Ruth Miller. try, nothing that his employer could offer
Carl was born in Grand Rapids, MI, and could dissuade him. So off he went to col-
has an identical twin brother, Clark, plus lege to answer God's call on his life. He
two other brothers, Jack and Owen. Ruth (continued on page 3)
 The Holy Spirit—An In Depth Look
Come join us for an unusual conference on October 9-11, 2009. The Holy Spirit, our
guide, Comforter, and Paraclete, will be the topic. You will learn what you are miss-
ing if you have never received the baptism with the Holy Spirit. It is for everyone,
but there is a condition.

Everyone is invited including those who are filled with the Spirit. You will hear testi-
monies from those who have all ready received and learn from the Scriptures how
you too can enter into this experience. This experience is for everyone. We will
study the scriptural basis for receiving, stir up a hunger in your heart, and pray for
you to be filled with the precious Holy Spirit.

Speaking in tongues is a strange concept to the world, so come and let us share
about this wonderful gift. It is assumed by many that everyone who is saved is filled
with the Holy Spirit. Not so, this is an experience that comes after one is saved as explained by the Apostle
Paul in Acts 19, "Have you received the Holy Spirit since you believed?"

Glenna and I have been blessed by holding conferences like this. You learn so much about what it means to be
filled, what the benefits are to you personally, and what it means to the body of Christ. Your questions will be
answered from a biblical perspective.

We look forward to being with you for the Conference. Prepare your heart by reading the Book of Acts, by
praying and seeking God. Bring your Bible and a notebook, other materials will be provided.

by Reverend Elwood Rakes

In the Mix at Assembly Terrace— The Smell of Roses

To the surprise and delight of residents of Assembly Terrace Apartments (across the
street from winstonsalemfirst), Pastor Austin Bailey brought a group of teenagers from
MIX-5. They came to our monthly birthday party, and gave a
red rose to everyone with a July birthday.
Each rose was in a lovely vase, which the
youth themselves had designed, and the resi-
dent‘s name was on each vase. Some of the
comments I heard were: ―Do you know
how long it‘s been since I received a
rose?‖ and ―I don‘t remember if I have
ever received red roses!‖
They also brought a birthday cake and socialized with the
residents. (I just don‘t know why they did not start this in
JUNE for my birthday!) The residents were really impressed with how very nice and friendly these young adults
were. In a short time, they made us feel loved and important! Pastor Austin announced to the residents that his
group of young adults had a desire to serve us in a capacity where we need the most assistance, and at the
same time, they want us to be mentors to them. They will certainly be a blessing to us.
In addition to this, Pastor Austin brought a group of young adults to our
Wednesday Bible Study (conducted by Pastor Carl Miller) for the follow-
ing two Wednesday mornings. Once again, they displayed that they are
very loving and friendly Christians. One of the teens led our closing
prayer—what an expression of faith was expressed! They also reiterated
the desire to be able to serve us in some way.
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Candied Apples, Tea Sandwiches, and Counseling (continued from page 1)

never looked back at what might have been, but
moved forward into that calling.
Carl attended North Central Bible College for a year,
and then transferred to Central Bible College for four
years where he added to his religious education. He
also studied at Evangel University and earned a de-
gree in social science and secondary education. He
topped these off with a Master's degree from Michi-
gan State University. All of his higher education came
through the continual, gentle nudging of the Lord in his
heart. Ruth received a degree in sociology with a mi-
nor in psychology from Evangel University, which even-
tually led to her career in the juvenile court system of
Green Count in Springfield, Mo, where she was in
charge of processing all of the incoming delinquents
into the system.
Carl and Ruth met at First Assembly of God in Grand
Rapids, where Ruth's father was pastor. She was ―very
young,‖ so it would be several years before they could
actually begin dating. In 1958, while working his way
through college, Carl was employed at a factory that
produced candied apples. By this time, he was very
smitten with Ruth and decided to fly out to see her. He
went armed with a dozen caramel-coated apples on
the plane with him. Although the passengers were
clamoring for them because of the wonderful aroma,
he held on and took them all to his favorite girl.
In 1963, while they were both attending Evangel Uni-
versity, he decided that he could wait no longer. He
took Ruth for a ride along the Mississippi River near
Fort Madison. There, in that very romantic setting, he
asked her to be his wife, she accepted and they were
married that same year, during their last semester at
Evangel. They have been happily married for 46
years and are blessed with two lovely daughters, two
terrific sons-in-law, and eight grandchildren whom they
adore.
Carl and Ruth are extremely hospitable. They always
make you feel at home when you visit. Ruth has a spe-
cial talent for giving tea parties to small groups of
women. She not only serves delicious teas, cakes,
cookies and tea sandwiches at her beautifully ap-
pointed table, but she is very discerning with her
guests, ministering to their spiritual needs as they fel-
lowship and connect. She has a way of drawing out
their love, concerns and hurts which she gracefully
helps to ease with her love and her wonderful sense of
humor. She is a great encourager. Carl and Ruth have
had a rich and rewarding life together at all levels.
Some of the highlights of their ministry include spend-
ing a summer with David Wilkerson in New York when
he was first starting Teen Challenge. They met Nicky
Cruz and many others involved in that very important
ministry. Carl was eventually called to New Orleans
where he was executive pastor under Marvin Gorman's
ministry for 10 years.
The Lord then called him to begin a unique ministry
called Emerge Ministries with headquarters in Spring-
field, MO. It was a Christian counseling center for both
minister and missionaries. He has had more than
40,000 hours in one-on-one counseling, giving him im-
peccable credentials in that field. During that time, Dr.
Wade Goodall was on the Board of Directors of
Emerge. It was while he was serving on this board in
2001, that he received the call to become pastor of
First Assembly of God in Winston-Salem. In 2002, Dr.
Goodall invited Carl to become the executive pastor in
charge of the First Assembly Counseling Center. He
and Ruth answered that call and we have been
blessed by them ever since.
In October 2008, Ruth was diagnosed with pneumonia,
which signaled the beginning of a long road to recov-
ery. In December, she was re-diagnosed with cancer.
She had surgery in February of this year and four
weeks later Carl had a heart attack. The church
prayed intensely for them and the Lord answered glo-
riously by healing them both. Their ministry is as strong
as ever. How grateful we will always be to God for
blessing us with these two giants of the faith.
by Loyall Solomon

Humor— Fan Unspoken Prayer Request

During five-year-old Sunday school, just before prayer time, the teacher asked if anyone had a prayer re-
quest. Rebecca my youngest daughter raised her hand. When the teacher recognized her, she said she had an
unspoken request. After class was over, I asked Becky what an unspoken request is. She stated matter-of-
factly, that an unspoken request is when you knew you had a prayer request but you forgot what it was. God
knows what it was and He doesn't forget! Kids say the funniest things.
by Rodney Ashby

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In the Mix at Assembly Terrace (continued from page 2)

On August 7th, Pastor Austin attended a meeting with Assembly Terrace residents to get
some ideas on how they could best be assisted The residents were very quick to name
many areas in which they needed help (i.e., re-organizing storage rooms, help with
loading and unloading groceries from our automobiles to our apartments,
have a ―SING-A-LONG,‖ and many other ideas).
The residents were pleased to learn about these
young Christian adults that seemed so eager to
serve in any capacity, and really demonstrated
friendliness, sincerity, and compassion for all of
us. We are probably their grandparent‘s age
(with the exception of me, of course) and from what Pastor
Austin expressed, they are quite anxious to come back.
Pastor Austin also told us, at each of his visits here, that we are an inspiration to his
group. However, we all feel that this group of young Christians is a huge inspiration to each us, and we con-
tinue to look forward to this special relationship in September.
by Shirley Pinnix

Food, Fellowship, and Prayer—June‘s Legacy Cookout

There was no lack of enjoyment, fellow-
ship, or sun when nearly 30 Legacy
members recently gathered at the
Prayer Center for
a cookout. Every-
one picked out a
shady spot to sit
and watch as Rodney and his
crew literally sweated over a
hot grill to serve up hamburgers
and hot dogs. Their output com-
plemented three tables loaded down
with all the food and accessories you
could ask for.
After the leisurely lunch,
Pastor Carl Miller's teach-
ing on God, Joshua, Jericho
and obedience struck a
chord with everyone. ―The
bottom line,‖ Pastor Miller pointed out, ―is obedience to
God; He leads, we follow and everybody wins.‖ After the
teaching, Pastor Miller broke the gathering into small groups
and led a tour of the new Prayer Trail at the center. Each
group was asked to take time to consider the scriptures at each
of the four stations along the path and let God speak to each
individual.
After the walk, hampered slightly when the golf cart carrying
some of the participants ran out of steam, several of those who
made the walk were asked to comment about what they felt along the way and
what they thought about the Prayer Trail. by Loyall Solomon

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 Out of Africa—
An Island of Hope amongst Lions

Often mission trips are appealing because of their exotic locations and
the potential for unique experiences. This was especially true of our
recent mission‘s trip to Kenya.
We soon found out that we were going to
be greatly challenged by what we would
face and what God expected of us. The 30-hour travel time
to get to Kenya and the exhaustion from the
lack of sleep was an ever-present part
of our mission, but God gave us His
presence, strength and the
resolve to endure whatever
we might encounter.
We arrived in Nairobi
about 7:30pm and we
experienced our first
miracle when we sailed through customs with-
out having any of our bags checked. Carry-
ing a lot of medical supplies with us, delays
or duties were a real possibility if they had
checked our bags. The customs agents just
disappeared and we went through without
any bags being examined. Danny and Chris-
sie Bass were waiting for us;
we got everything loaded
on a bus and headed out of the airport.
After three or four hours of sleep at
a Catholic convent, we headed to
Tarzan country, the great Riff Valley,
and the Masai people. Roy Smith,
Danny Bass, and I headed out in a
Toyota Land
Cruiser to the
little Assem-
bly of God
church in Masai Mathre to set up examination
rooms in the church for the medical clinic. The rest
of the team came on a bush bus they called the
Big Blue Bladder Buster; it was big and very tall.
The roads were dirt and very rough.
It didn‘t take long for a crowd to
gather at the church to be examined
by the doctors and receive needed medicines.
Most had walked miles to get there. The Masai
people were beautiful, intelligent people. Their
wealth is measured in cows and goats, while
walking miles to do anything is normal for them.

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Out of Africa (continued from previous page)

A herd of 17 giraffes walked by and a little Masai girl was near me as I was
filming them. I stopped and asked her how far she had walked to get there.
She said about 17 kilometers (about 10 miles). I responded with astonishment,
―That far!‖ She looked at me and said, ―That‘s not far.‖ It‘s definitely a differ-
ent world.
We saw over 100 people at
the clinic that day. We
prayed for them, led many to
the Lord, and ministered to
their medical needs. The vi-
sion for this little AG church is
to have a permanent clinic in
the area. The people of the
area lack any real medical
care.

That evening, after we closed the clinic, we

left for camp and soon became aware of one of our greatest
challenges of the trip. We camped in a cattle pen with all the
mess and smell that goes with it. We had a bucket with a hole in
it for a shower and a portable out house. We camped in the cat-
tle pen to keep wild animals out, not people. Later that first night,
what we believed were zebras, stampeded by and woke all of us up. The Ma-
sai seem to be unconcerned about the zebras. They were more concerned by
what was chasing the zebras.
Our second day we had a couple of other doctors join us and we saw over 100 Masai men, women, and chil-
dren. The Masai thanked us by killing a goat and roasting it over an open fire. It was my first time to eat
goat. It tasted great. When you are camping, everything tastes great.
After we had eaten, a Masai warrior danced for us in traditional garb and presented Danny and Char Conner
with warrior headdresses. The next morning we awoke at 4 o'clock. We packed, ate, and broke camp. We
hated to leave the Masai as we were focused on getting a clinic up and running in Nairobi.
Char, Chrissie Bass, and I had headed out in the Land Cruiser to try and get there early to set up, but we had a
flat tire and had to change it. The roads are terribly rough. After a short delay, we headed to the church
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Out of Africa (continued from previous page)

There was a crowd of people already there waiting for us, as many of the people
were desperate and in need of medical attention. The poverty is overwhelming. Over
the next three days, we saw hundreds of people, prayed for them and met their
medical needs.
Heather Conner, in the pharmacy, was a huge blessing. We didn‘t just bring them
medicine; we brought the presence and healing power of God. Margaret Rather
was our prayer warrior evoking God‘s presence and healing power. God was
with us.
We attended Sunday services at the church, and Char Conner
and I gave our testimonies; Phiphine Moore brought the house
down with her songs; and Becky Ashby, Marie Hines, Marie
Cruz, and her children‘s' ministry team had enthusiastic participation from the children in Chil-
dren‘s Church just as they had all week around the clinics.
After three days at the clinic in Nairobi, we packed our things up and got ready to go on
safari. Exhausted, we headed out the next morning for the Masai Mara area of Kenya,
on the upper end of the Serengeti in the Riff Valley. We stayed in tents, but they were
very, very nice. The main thing was that the beds were really comfort-
able and we slept very well in them. Of course, at this point we were
so exhausted we probably would have slept well on a board.
On the safari, we saw lions, impala‘s, crocks, hippos, cheetahs, and many other
exotic wild animals. The wildebeest were migrating and their
numbers were exploding. It was awesome!
On Thursday, we headed back to Nairobi. Friday we went to
visit Danny and Chrissie Bass‘s home church in Nairobi. It was
in the middle of a large slum. The church has a school and a
feeding program for the kids. There were 78 kids in one of the classes. The
educators with us couldn‘t believe that the teachers could handle all those
kids.
The kids were well behaved. We were impressed, but our hearts were bro-
ken. These kids live in conditions that would turn your stomach. The food they
receive there at the church is the only meal most of the kids get each day. The church is an
island of hope in the middle of a cesspool of despair. We broke into tears as the reality
of those beautiful kids lives sunk in.
Our trip to Kenya ended with shopping at the Masai market
where negotiation is the norm. Then we packed our bags and
headed to the airport. Finally, 31 hours later, we landed in
Greensboro, exhausted and sore, but blessed. We went to
Kenya to bless the people of Kenya, but we are the ones who
were blessed.
Praise God for our country...how blessed
we are! We really do take it for granted!
Roy Smith, Phiphine Moore, Char
and Najie Conners, and Rodney
Ashby represented the Legacy
ministry. We give praises to our
Lord and savior for bringing us home safe and well.
by Rodney Ashby

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 Volunteer Appreciation Night—
The Heart of a Volunteer; The Heart of God

As I looked around the room, I was

amazed at the diversity! The room was a
beautiful collage of ages, colors, person-
alities, backgrounds, interests, gifts, abili-
ties, viewpoints, and ideas. We did have
a couple of things in common though–our
love for God and our love for kids in our
city.

Camp Hope was right around the corner

and final preparations were underway.
Camp Hope is a day camp sponsored by winstonsalemfirst to reach kids in our community who have been
abused or neglected or are under-resourced. A team of people gathered at the
Dixie Classic Fairgrounds to provide a week of camp that develops character,
self- worth, and faith in the lives of kids.

Over 100 adults, teens and

yes, even kids, rode bikes, built
cars, climbed rock walls,
painted pictures, threw balls,
sang, danced and read books
with kids from all over our city.
C am p H o pe v ol u n te e rs

gathered sponsors, processed paperwork, connected with

kids, purchased supplies, interviewed potential staff mem-
bers, and trained all camp staff and counselors to make
the week of camp possible. Moreover, did I mention that
a group of volunteers who put together a golf tournament
to raise the money for it made the camp possible?
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Volunteer Appreciation Night (continued from previous page)

It‘s actually one of my favorite things about ministry: being a part of a community of incredible volunteers who
are passionate about serving. From 9- and 10-year old children leading worship to teenagers running around,
to dad‘s doing skits, to moms helping in the office during the week, to seniors leading small groups, praying with
kids and rocking babies.

As I
reflect on those
volunteers who put in
hours upon hours every week, my
mind goes to Matthew 22 where Jesus is
asked what the greatest commandment is. In
verses 37 and 38, Jesus replied, ―Love the Lord
your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is
the first and greatest commandment.‖ The verb volunteer means to give.

Our volunteers give because they love their God; sacrifice, commitment, and pas-
sion overflows from their love for God! They can‘t help but serve. Serving for
them comes naturally, like breathing. Colossians 3:23 says to work hard at what-
ever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.
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Volunteer Appreciation Night (continued from previous page)

True volunteers serve out of a heart for God. In Matthew 22 verse 39

Jesus gives the second greatest commandment: ―Love your neighbor as
yourself.‖

Our volunteers also

give out of a great
love for people. They
want to serve the peo-
ple in their church, their
city, and their world.

They recognize that people are precious, and that

they are created by God and made in His image.

Volunteers who have a heart for

God begin to see people as God
sees them. They see the value in
the one lost sheep and feel the
urgency to reach him.
There are so many amazing
things going here at Winston-
Salem First. If you are not
yet a part of a community
of volunteers, I encourage
you to get connected and
give!
by Holly Potter

True volunteers serve out of a heart for God.

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 On the Road Again—
Assembly Terrace Rides

Eddie and Debbie Riffe provide the leadership and

vision for an exciting ministry to the residents of As-
sembly Terrace. This man and woman of God volun-
teer their time, and winstonsalemfirst provides trans-
portation for the residents to take day trips the sec-
ond and fourth Tuesday of each month. The resi-
dents are just thrilled beyond words.
Eddie and Debbie could not be more helpful, as
several of the residents use walkers. They‘re always
ready to lend a hand to everyone boarding and leaving
the bus. The residents constantly ask when the sign-up
sheet will be posted for the next event, and they are
looking forward to the next trip. Both Eddie and Debbie
have expressed how much they enjoy ministering to the
residents of Assembly Terrace.
by Shirley Pinnix

Past trips have included:

Future planned trips include: UNC Greensboro Play
Cook-out with food furnished by the Farmer‘s Market
Tuesday Ladies Bible Study Class Mrs. Hanes Cookie Factory
Butterfly Farm Fishing
Tour of Mt. Airy–Andy Griffth memo- Lexington—The #1 BBQ spot in NC;
rabilia, Snappy‘s Lunch, famous bar- Bob Timberlake Gallery; The Candy
ber shop, and many other spots. Factory; Famous ‗Pig‘ Statues
Festival of Lights at Reynolda House
in December–we always have lunch
on these trips, trying to choose a very
economical price and a place they
might normally go, or have never
been.
All Legacy events

Overheard from the Residents:

I just love it; I can‘t stay home when I know they are
coming.
It gives me a chance to go places I‘ve never been,
and I‘ve enjoyed every one!

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 winstonsalemfirst’s Prayer Trail—A Personal Journey
Stepping onto the new winstonsalemfirst Prayer Trail for the first time is like a
scriptural flashback to when God walked and talked with Adam and Eve in
the garden in the cool of the evening. I accepted
God's invitation recently on a hot, humid day with un-
ending traffic sounds as I parked at the Prayer & Care
Center. However, within a few steps on the trail, the
noise began to subside and there was a close,
comforting peacefulness with the Lord.
There are four stations along the
trail; each one with scriptural in-
structions that anyone walking the
path should follow. At Station
One, the words from 2 Chronicles
7 were a clear call, ―...If my peo-
ple, who are called by my name,
will humble themselves and pray
and seek my face I will hear from
heaven...‖ What better reason is
needed? I'm quite sure that for each person
walking the trail there is a different reason and a differ-
ent feeling and reaction as they walk, some to ask for something
special, some to lift up others in prayer, some to argue with Him, some to beg.
No matter what the reason, his presence is only one word away, ―Father.‖
At Station Two, the words from Hebrews 11:6 lead me deeper into His presence. At Station Three I'm told that I
must deny myself, take up His cross and follow Him. As I stood at the final stop on the trail, I was reminded of
the words from Bob Dylan's song ―You Gotta Trust Somebody‖; and the scripture at the station reminded me
―He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.‖
I did not keep track of the time and as I started the final section of the less than quarter-mile-long trail, sounds
of the world began to return, the laughter of kids from the nearby church playground, a jet plane passing over-
head, the increasing noise of traffic. As I stepped off the trail back to my car, I had a peace and a joy that I
did not start the walk with, and less of a burden, because I had taken the time to give it to Him.
My advice: Try it; He'll meet you there.
by Loyall Solomon

Humor—Jumping into the Creek

I had just driven across the culvert that connects Becky's house to my property behind hers. I knew that Tiffany,
Joe, Liz and my grandson would be near the creek that runs through the back of the property.
I couldn't see them but I heard them hollering and I drove in their direction. I got out of truck and walked over
to the creek.
Joe and Robbie were down in the creek playing. Robbie was up to his calves in water having a good time. I
was standing on the bank, about four to five feet above him. When he saw me, he yelled, ―Papa, jump!‖
I love him so much I didn't think twice about jumping. When I landed, I splashed water all over Robbie, he
squealed for joy, and I got Joe wet and me muddy and wet. And, I realized at that moment that I shouldn't
have jumped. It jarred me so hard it made me feel 57 years old; my knees, hip and back all hurt.
I said I wouldn't do it again, but if that little boy calls, I just might.
by Rodney Ashby

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 winstonsalemfirst’s Prayer Trail—Overheard Experiences

Dick Reifsnyder: I think it's a nice trail,

it's a little hilly in spots, and when you
go down you have to come back up. It
is very nice, a great spot for individu-
als, you know, to go on their own. And
they do have benches where you can
sit and pray. But, you gotta be careful
through; gotta stay on that trail be-
cause there's lots of poison ivy. It's
very well laid out.
What I like about it is that a lot of times
when you are in church, you're enclosed.
Out here, you're amongst God's nature
and you seem closer to him, at least I feel
closer to him out here. I would definitely
consider using the trail when I have a
problem and I need to speak to the Lord
about it, with privacy. As I said, what I like about it is that it's in the
open, out in Mother Nature's area.
Hassell Sheets: It's a nice place to just come and pray to the Lord, and
take your time doing it. It's really nice, beautiful.
Emma Parham: It's nice, nice and secluded, a place you can really fellowship with the Lord, don't have to worry
about being outside. And, I really enjoyed it today. You wouldn't think about a spot like that in town, but we
did find it with the Lord's help. I will use it, I really will; even though I stay on the south side of town, I'll use it. I
come to church every Sunday from the south side; I'll come up here for a prayer walk.
Shirley Pinnix: It was so great and I was so inspired. And while I was out there I prayed that he'd heal my foot
completely. He could make it so I could walk and keep on doing something for Him; just keep on doing some-
thing for the Lord. I was so inspired because I have lived up here
in this area most of my life; I was raised up around here and I
never dreamed I'd have something as precious as this is to every-
body. I feel so inspired around
here and I never dreamed I'd
have something as precious as
this is to everybody. I feel so
inspired.
Dee Stone: I was not able to
walk all of it today so I'm
probably not a good one to
ask. I went to the first stand,
prayed, and watched the
people go way back in the
woods. I think it is wonderful, I just wasn't able to walk it, but I
appreciate it. Now, I can still come and go as far as I went to-
day and enjoy it.
Glenda Martin: I think it is wonderful, I really do. It's a place to
walk and to pray and the prayer stations are very nice. You
really don't expect to have something like this in the middle of
the city.

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 Fun and Games—Seeing God All-Around
Kids Say Word Search
During a conversation with my daughter,
we used the word ―prudent.‖ Upon R E B A T H S H E B A B E
hearing the word, my 11-year old X D C W Y R A H A B O O E
granddaughter asked what the word
meant; and before giving her the an- U P R I S C I L L A B L N
swer, we asked her what she thought it H F A E S T H E R I I L B
meant. X A M O H F L D L Z N M F
She quickly replied, ―Someone who is S L R A G L Y E A O U H A
sick and you don't want to be close to.‖ Z H V A R L V B A V A F O
— N T T P S Y E M E H B N E
As we were on our way to my oldest J U K H X T I V B V C C K
granddaughter's wedding rehearsal din-
ner, my youngest granddaughter, who is J R X I H Q E C N Z B A M
8 years old, asked what a rehearsal din- E A C C E B E R L U H C R
ner was and her 11-year old sister re- N H H A N N A H Y J Y Q B
plied, ―It's where you practice eating.‖ C W P K A R X J A N N A J
by Judy Hedrick

Saying the Blessing Anna Noami

Bathsheba Priscilla
One evening at the dinner table, I asked Becky my youngest daughter to say
the blessing over our food. She flat out refused; even to say it with the rest Elizabeth Rachael
of the family. I scolded her and was getting ready to punish her when she
Esther Rahab
turn to me and said to me, ―but daddy I was praying in the Spirit.‖ She sure
makes it hard to punish her. Kids say the funniest things. Eve Rebecca
by Judy Hedrick
Hannah Ruth
Eyes Wide Open Mary Sarah
by Richard Cassidy

Why is Heaven way above and so far away?

Why must our bodies die? Or do they?
Is Heaven really only after our body dies?

Or?
Or?

And without sleep and eyes wide open, we jump

through.

Eyes that can‘t see into pools that can‘t be felt.

And we do.

As we splash and play and fall and cry,

Others see and want to too.
And there‘s no visible way.

Wishing with more than me;

They join.

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 Current and Upcoming Events—
Fun, Fellowship, and Education

Thursday, September 24—Prayer and covered dish
social at the Prayer & Care Center, 12:00pm. A shut-
tle will be available starting at 11:30am, meet at
the Central Foyer.
Friday, October 2 - Sunday, October 4—Fire On
The Mountain is "firing" back up and we would love
to have any man 16 and older! The move of God at
this camp retreat is amazing -- come join us! Regis-
tration forms will be available at the church in the
near future, or you can sign up online.
Friday, October 9 - Sunday, October 11—Join us
for a Legacy Weekend with Pastor Ellwood Rakes.
Services will take place as follows:
Friday, October 9 @ 7:00pm in the FMC Chapel
Saturday, October 10 @ 12:00pm, luncheon in the
FMC Dining Room
Sunday, October 11 @ 6:00pm, Legacy Service in
the FMC Chapel
Thursday, October 15 - Friday October 16—
Presidential Tour in Charlottesville, VA (Ashlawn,
Monticello and Monroe). Cost: Single—$178/person,
Double - $118/person, Triple - $98/person, Quad -
$88/person. The cost includes lodging, transporta-
tion, tours and continental breakfast. We will depart
at 6:00am on Thursday and return late Friday night.
Space limited, please sign up by Monday, Septem-
ber 21.
Sundays @ 9:30 & 9:45am
RE:Source 9:45am Coffee and fellowship, REAL con-
versation and focused prayer Tobi Bost WC 209
The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer 9:30 am /
Teacher – Pastor Carl Miller/ WC105
Intercessory Prayer (During Sunday morning ser-
vices) / Leader – Constance York / WC 201
Connecting Faith and Life Sundays 9:30 am /
T each e r – Jan Kn igh t / W C 2 02
Prayer as Ministry Sundays 9:30 am / Teacher –
Constance York WC 207
Sundays @ 6:00pm
Legacy Service in the FMC Chapel at
winstonsalemfirst. Join us for a warm and familiar
service where believers meet for times of worship,
preaching, and fellowship.
Tuesdays @ 10:00am
Ladies Bible Study in room 105 of the worship center
at winstonsalemfirst.
Wednesdays @ 10:00am
Bible Study at Assembly Terrace (across the street
from winstonsalemfirst).
Friday @ 9:00am
Quilting Club Donated to the under resourced of the
area & just recently were donated to the Eureka
house & to All God's Children. We have need of
good used bed sheets.

Volunteers Needed
Angel Tree will be on display in the West foyer starting on Nov. 22nd

Christmas for the city

Ancient Love Feast
Christmas Party
Toy Store
Santa‘s Room
Family Room
Arts
Construction, Design, Set-up / Tear-Down
Greeters and Information People
Candlelight Service
Partnership and Sponsorship
Compassion / Prayer

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 The Fruit of the Spirit
So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. For the sinful nature de-
sires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict
with each other, so that you do not do what you want. But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under
law.
The acts of the sinful nature are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witch-
craft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions and envy; drunkenness,
orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of
God.
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-
control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature
with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.
Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV)

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winstonsalemfirst
3730 University Parkway
Winston-Salem NC 27106

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