With our college students away for the summer and some graduating, we need some extra help May 15 through June 6, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you volunteer some time, please let Melanie Stokely or Cheryl Beck know. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Mother's Day Is THIS Sunday!
Mother's Day Is THIS Sunday, May 14!
1st Explorers After-School Ministry Update
Carson Woodard displays his balance creation during Mrs. Emily's science lesson.
1st Explorers learned about the 10 Commandments beginning with Chapel on Monday where Cheryl Beck discussed the first 2 Commandments. Curtis Collins from the Health Department tied in the 9th and 10th Commandments with his lesson on Thursday and then led the students and staff in a rendition of the “soul train line” while sharing positive affirmations with each other.
Emily Taylor’s science activities on Tuesdays are always fun. This week, the students and staff were intrigued to learn the science behind how things balance.
RAs and GAs were also lots of fun this week. The GAs learned about missions in St. Louis, Missouri and enjoyed St. Louis style pizza provided by leader Sandi Allen. The GAs were excited to learn that their efforts at Greening Up the Mountains had netted $1000.00 for our sister church in Holquin, Cuba. RAs played a loud but really exciting game of felt darts in the RA room.
Another highlight of the week was having Lee Lallance share his knowledge of the piano and play a “mini concert” for the 1st Explorers. Everyone was in awe of his musical abilities. At the end, he had everyone up and dancing to a unique hokey pokey!
The children continue to enjoy their time with Diane Shallock and the ORFF instruments. They are sounding good!
The staff’s Bible study led by Sandi Allen ended on Tuesday. We thank Sandi for her commitment to the staff this spring.
Lee Lallance enthralled the 1st Explorers with his piano skills at a “mini concert” last week.
Send Us Your Prayer List Updates
Add this email address to your contacts list on your devices so that our staff and Pastoral Care Team can learn of your prayer requests as quickly as possible. And yes, you may still contact the church office directly at 828-586-2095 to share your prayer concerns, as well.
Learning, Sharing, Listening, Growing
TONIGHT, May 10 at 6:00 p.m. Gathering Place Room
Join us as we continue a season of discovery as we learn how our personal narrative has shaped and influenced our lives. There is no C.A.R.E. Team. If you need childcare, please contact Cheryl Beck.
Youth Newsletter
Click HERE to view the spring youth newsletter!
Youth Sunday Fellowship
Save the date!
Our next Youth Sunday Fellowship will be provided
by Chris and Beth Moore on May 21 after worship.
Hurray for Our Nursery Workers of the Week!
A big round of applause for Ally Lima, Beth Moore, and Lucie Moore for working
in the nursery on May 7. Thank you for your willingness to be flexible!
On May 14, Melanie Joiner will be in charge of the nursery.
Thank you, Melanie!
Help is needed in the nursery on May 28.
Please let Cheryl Beck know if you can work that day
There is still room on the schedule to serve “the least of these”
on Sunday mornings. It is a blessing to see their smiles and enthusiasm as you spend
time with our infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Please contact Cheryl Beck (cabeck@ncsu.edu) if you would like to help.
Pen Pal Event Planned for June 7
Pen pals—adult and children—please continue writing to your friends. Both groups love receiving mail from their pen pals.
On June 7, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., there will be a Wonderful Water Day to celebrate the Pen Pal Project. This takes the place of the carnival we have had for the last 2 years. You will be hearing more about it, but in the meantime, get your water clothes together for a fun-filled afternoon!
Freezer-Friendly Mini Frittatas
Minis frittatas with spinach are one of the best healthy, fast, and portable breakfasts! This make-ahead frittata recipe is super freezer friendly. Just grab one out of the freezer on a busy morning, and you’re set! These are gluten free and low carb.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil or oil of choice
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced onions or shallots
2 x 10-ounce boxes frozen spinach,
defrosted and drained, then roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse-ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheese or finely chopped bacon, optional
1 dozen beaten eggs or egg beaters, about 2 1/4 cups total, or a combination
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Generously spray or grease a 12-cup standard
muffin tin and set it aside.
2. In a large skillet, preheat the oil, then reduce the heat to medium, add the onions and
let them slowly cook until softened and translucent.
3. Add the spinach to the skillet, and season it with salt and pepper.
4. Toss a few times to combine, and let it continue to simmer (you might have to increase
the heat slightly) for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. Divide the onion and spinach mixture among the 12 prepared muffin pans. If you are using
cheese or crumbled bacon, sprinkle it into each compartment on top of the spinach mixture.
6. Finally, add the eggs. If you’re particular, you can individually beat each egg and add it
to each compartment. In the interest of time, I beat all the eggs together and simply
divide the mixture 12 ways.
7. Bake for 28-30 minutes until the mini frittatas are domed and firm to the touch.
8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before serving or storing.
Note: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. If you plan to eat them one at a time, store them in individual baggies.
–Provided by Mary Anne Roos
Freezer-Friendly Mini-Frittatas
Click here to download a printable version.
Provided by Mary Anne Roos