End-of-Summer Student Bash!

(Photo by Dawn Wilson)

This time of year a new school year starts for the kids in the Cornerstone student ministry, but Sunday night they took time to celebrate and recall the summer of '09.

It takes a certain God-given gift to work with the youth and we are very honored to have some of the best heading up our student ministy program. A big thank you to some very special leaders in Sandy Duncan, Karen Wendeler and Dawn & Bob Wilson.

Luau Party!

Join us in the cafe today for an end-of-summer luau featuring free slushies and cake. Delicious kabob and skewer-food available for sale, too.

Bring your grass skirt!

MAP Walk Against Violence

The Methodist Action Program (MAP) is conducting the 2009 Walk "For Children, Youth & Families" to raise the level of support to help children and families who have various needs in the greater Wilmington community. This year's walk will take place Saturday, September 12, beginning at Dravo Plaza on the Riverfront, with registration beginning at 8:00am and the walk from 9:00 - 11:00am.

MAP is the oldest faith-based organization in the State of Delaware focused on Urban Ministry. MAP operates ministries including "Youth Moving Forward" and "Los Abuelos" and owns two historic United Methodist facilities that serve adjudicated youth, Latino seniors and homeless.

You may pick up a pledge form and registration form at the Information Center this weekend. This would make an excellent inner-small group challenge!

Although their website is not "current," you may learn more about MAP here.

How Hot Is It?

A couple images from our man in sand, Ken Fowler. The top photo shows the temperature pushing past 120 degrees and the bottom shows Ken and his fuel-efficient Humvee.

Hurry home, Ken ... we miss you!

The Hole in Our Gospel

You heard Pastor Paul talk about this book, "The Hole in Our Gospel" by the President of World Vision, Richard Stearns, this past weekend, but if you'd like to check out their website and learn what you can do to help the less fortunate, click here.

And be sure to join us this weekend to pick up your copy of the book itself.

Do you have a story to tell?

Do you have a story you want to share with someone? Cornerstone is launching a newspaper, for the community, full of the good stories in God's world. Even if you're not a writer, tell us your story and we'll polish it up. Submit your story, or story idea, to our editor, Barb, here.

We're now on Facebook!

Cornerstone Church is now on Facebook. Sign up for your free account and become a "fan." Let's show the joy, friendship and community of Cornerstone.

Click here to create your own account and then search "Cornerstone Church of Bear, Delaware."

Meet & Greet

It's time to meet the teachers for the new school year. The Cornerstone Early Education and Youth Center will be open this evening until 6:00 to meet with new families and familiarize the children with their new surroundings.

It's not too late to register! There are still a couple openings left, call the office at 836-6445 to schedule a campus tour.

Recent Baptism ...

Congratulations to Ava Marvel on her baptism. Ava (shown above with her parents Alice and Vincent) is baptized by Pastor Carolyn Sunday afternoon.

Write On!

(Photo by Randy Cloud)

A new class began last week at the Cornerstone Senior Center in creative writing.

If you'd like to learn more about the Senior Center, please call Vicki Lyons at (302) 836-6445 or email her here.

Way to Go, Sue!

Congratulations to our own Sue Payne on being published in the new book "Spirit & Heart: A Devotional Journey."

Copies now available in the Cornerstone Bookstore.

In-tents Scouting!

(Photo by Sam Ferguson)

Troop 902 just returned from an exciting Summer Camp program (missing from photo is Mr. Lawrence).

Interested in learning more about scouting? Email Kevin Sturgis here.

Mmmmmm Sausage & Peppers ...

Sausage and Peppers are on the menu for tonight's FVBS with Pizza for the kids. Dinner starts at 6:15 .... don't be late and miss out!

Recent Baptism ...

Kathy Tanner (left) is all smiles after being baptised Sunday afternoon by Pastor Paul.

Recent Baptisms

Congratulations to Legend, Seven, Roman and Tykei (above) on their baptisms Sunday afternoon [shown above with their parents].

Matthew (far left) and sister Morgan Mayer (second from right) were also baptized Sunday [shown above with their sponsors].

and Tyler Dill, seen with Pastor Paul, celebrated his baptism Saturday night, too.

Habitat for Humanity Work Day

Saturday August 8th seven people from Cornerstone spent some time on a 12th Street Habitat for Humanity housing unit. It was a great day and we all had a lot fun learning how to build decks. Dawn and Bob Wilson work on a post for the railing and Mary Dahling and Dany Lewinson move framing lumber.

Ready to Join?

Interested in learning a little more about what Cornerstone is all about? This Sunday is our Membership Orientation Class with Pastors Paul and Carolyn. It's a great place to ask questions and find out what becoming part of the family really means.

Class is from 3:00 until 7:00pm and dinner is provided. Have kids? No problem! Let us know and we'll be glad to make arrangements to watch them for you. Questions? Call 302 836-2862 today!

Cornerstone Softball

Front Row (left to right): John Gill, Glenn Davis, Betsy Van Aulen (scorekeeper), Jason Owens
Back Row: Jeff Davis, Chris Jackson, Keith Kassner, Chuck Dennie, Jason Van Aulen, Joey Montgomery, Alex Laux, Chris Siple
Not Pictured: Chuck Dennie III, Keith Heitz, Cory Armknecht

Congratulations to the Cornerstone softball team on another great year on the diamond!

Youth Group go to Rehoboth

On Tuesday August, 4th ten students and leaders went to Rehoboth Beach for a day of fun in the sun. For more pics go to http://www.flickr.com/groups/cornerstonedelaware/

Peanut Butter & Jelly-fish

(Photos by Lisa Tyre)

The summer camp kids spent yesterday at the National Aquarium of Baltimore. They were treated to an awesome experience filled with sharks, stingrays, turtles and a tropical rain forest. Is this a fun summer or what!

In the News ...

From the Middletown Transcript:

Riley Klepacki (circled above) and his teammates were recently recognized as the 10-year-old Babe Ruth Baseball Bear state champions. Riley had a breakout game, going 3-for-3 with three runs scored and two RBI's.

Recent Baptism ...

Madilynne O'Malley is held by her parents, Joe and Tiffany, after her baptism Sunday.

Let it Rain, Let it Rain

It was a wet weekend at Church, but that didn't stop anyone from coming out!

Lord, shower blessings in this house,
let it rain on me.

Pour out Your spirit in this house,
let it rain on me.

Recent Baptisms ...

Jennifer and Daniel with their son, Brody Yearwood.

Pastor Paul (r) with McKenna-Olivia Slutman and her parents, Shannon and Christopher.

Lucas Gaberlein (center) with his parents, Tara and Eric (right) and sponsors (left).

Pastor Paul with Karianne Opalach and her dad, Rich.

In the News ...

From the Middletown Transcript.

Caption reads, Kim Lawson, Scott Lawson, Amy Lawson, Pam Lawson and Dave Lawson in Ketchikan, Alaska - one of the stops on their Alaskan cruise in June.