Saint Margaret's Men of Ironside

The stuff that really matters!

2011-03-06T15:56:00.003-05:00

OUTREACH CORNER

The SMMOI are currently looking for outreach ideas to focus on for the coming year. Please bring ideas to the next meeting, 3/27.

Time for Golf!

2011-03-06T15:40:00.002-05:00

Keep your calendar open April 30th for the SMMOI golf outing. Stay tuned for details.

Golfisms -

You can hit a 2-acre fairway 10% of the time and a 2-inch branch 90% of the time.
Don't buy a putter until you've had a chance to throw it.
Every time a golfer makes a birdie, he must subsequently make 2 triple bogeys to restore the fundamental equilibrium of the universe.
No matter how bad you are playing, it's always possible to play worse.
If you really want to get better at golf, go back and take it up at a much earlier age.

Next SMMOI Meeting Sunday, 3/27 7:00 pm

2011-03-06T15:30:00.002-05:00

We are now...SMMOI

2011-03-06T14:40:00.005-05:00

ST. MARGARET'S MEN OF IRONSIDE (SMMOI)

"Ironside" comes from St. Margaret's grandfather, Edmund. He was given the name "because of his valor" in resisting Danish forces in the early 11th century. St. Margaret so admired her grandfather, she named her second born son Edmund of Scotland.

MEN'S RETREAT 2011!!!!

2011-02-15T21:35:00.009-05:00

ST.MARGARET'S MEN'S GROUP
SPRING RETREAT 2011
APRIL 8~1OTH
CANE CREEK PARK, WAXHAW, NC

Overnight Cabin Camping and Christian Men's Experience right here in Union County.
Join us for a weekend of Friendship and Fellowship as we get to know one another, learn the message of Jesus in our lives, and relax.
Cost: $75 per person (overnight event) Includes 2 nights lodging, food, bible study, recreation, park access
$30 per person (Saturday only) Includes park access, bible study, recreation, food
Date: April 8-10th
Location: Cane Creek Park, Waxhaw, NC
Details: Overnight event limited to first 25 people to sign up (due to lodging constraints). Overnight facilities include heated cabins and a full bath house.
Meals provided and will be prepared by campfire at individual cabins.
Guest speaker, Bible study, softball and fun group events around campfire and at large pavilion.
What to Bring: bed linens or sleeping bag, snacks and drinks for the weekend. Small refrigerator
are in each cabin.
Contact Eric Schmidhausler at schmiddy15@carolina.rr.com or Phil Hejl at phil_hejl@yahoo.com for more details.

Registration fees due by February 27 and is on a first come first serve basis. Scholarships available.

CALLING ALL DADS TO THIS SPECIAL EVENT!

2010-03-02T20:33:00.003-05:00

This Saturday, March 6 our monthly men's breakfast will be a special one. We'll be joined by guest speaker Stewart Stout, who will tell the incredible story of his beautiful daughter Hope. Hope was diagnosed with cancer at age 12. When approached by the Make A Wish Foundation to offer her a dream wish of her choice, Hope surprised everyone. Instead of asking for an elaborate trip or gift, Hope stated that her wish was to grant the wish of all 155 children who were Make A Wish waiting list.

Her wish would cost over a million dollars to grant. But with the help of the Carolina Panthers, Keith Larson of WBT and the great people of Charlotte...over $1.4 million was raised in four short weeks. Hope lost her battle with cancer soon after stating her wish, but her legacy continues today.

Come hear Hope's story through the loving words of her father. If you are a dad and have ever tucked your children in at night with a "kiss and I love you", you won't want to miss this special event.

Breakfast will be served at 7:30am and Stewart will speak at 8am.

Watch a short video of Hope's story:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJGZHNkbhzs

NEW BREAKFAST TEAMS FOR 2010 - THE QUEST TO WIN THE GOLDEN EGG TROPHY!

2010-02-07T23:06:00.006-05:00

New breakfast teams were chosen at Saturday's special event. Here are the new teams for 2010, and the first date the new team serves. Your team captain (highlighted in bold) will contact you soon to begin planning for your upcoming breakfast. Thanks to the nearly 50 strong of you who make this an incredible ministry!

Breakfast Construction - Feb 14
Fred Dabney
Jim Haarstick
John Martin
Kevin Gorman
Matt Cheney
Ryan LaMonica
Scott Travers

Fathers of the Flapjack - Feb 21
Eric Schmidhausler
Howard Bender
Jeff Henry
Matt Hornberger
Matt Kirchner
Shawn McCarter

Team Eggsodus - Feb 28
Brian McCarthy
Jason Young
Jay Jenkins
Jerry DeBerry
John Manalis
John Wunder
Rich Hoffman

Breakfast Club - March 7
Bob Plate
Joe Liles
Kevin Carsten
Kevin Sells
Lee Powell
Richard Marczyk
Roy Estes

THE Flaky Biscuits - March 14
Chris Plate
Greg Cardinali
Jeremy Ervin
Mark Rudy
Michael Watkins
Ross Cramer
Steve Keeney
Thomas Cardinali

Holy Chow! - March 21
Brian Bednar
Dan Rushing
Eric Cameron
Al Shannon
Jeff Johnson
Paul Rhodes
Phil Hejl

Saultans of Sausage - March 28
Alex Maughn
Bill Shaphorst
Craig Reeder
Mark Poelke
Robert Gates
Steve Dodge
Travis Whitfield

THE NEXT BIG MEN'S EVENT!!!

2010-01-29T00:06:00.002-05:00

Come join us for the next big event for the Men of Saint Margaret's! Next Saturday, February 6th from 8-10am, we'll kick off the new year with a fun social event for the men of the parish. Among the activities:

* New breakfast teams will be revealed NFL draft style. A 7th team is being added to the rotation. 6 new men who expressed interest in joining a team have been added, teams have been shuffled up and there is room for you in this growing, fun ministry.

* Door prizes will be awarded.

* 2010 Men's events will be rolled out including a retreat, golf tournament, father/son/daughter events and more!

Plan on being part of this fun social event as we plan the upcoming year for the great Men of Saint Margaret's.

Click here if you'd like your name added to a breakfast team.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER HELP NEEDED!

2010-01-28T23:56:00.003-05:00

This year's pancake supper will again kick off Lent. Help is needed to cook pancakes for the parish on Tuesday February 16th from 4 to 7:30pm. The youth will help serve, clean up and run games/crafts for the younger children. Plan on bringing your family to this fun event that always draws a huge crowd!

Click here to let us know if you can volunteer any time during this event.

SAINT MARGARET'S 101 IS BACK!!!

2010-01-10T00:25:00.002-05:00

Whether you've been at Saint Margaret's for a week or 25 years, this class will help you get to know even more of what makes this church so special. Known as "the most fun Sunday school class on the planet," this 6 week course includes a behind the scenes tour of the church, a simplifed breakdown of Sunday's worship service, Saint Margaret's Jeopardy game (with prizes) and more.

Come join the fun Sundays at 9:30am starting January 17th!

NEW BREAKFAST TEAMS

2010-01-04T10:38:00.001-05:00

We are soon going to "shuffle up" the breakfast teams in an effort for us each to get to know each other better. Stay tuned for details as we'll build this into a fun "draft party" type event!

DO YOU KNOW?

2009-12-13T21:09:00.004-05:00

In an effort for us all to get to know even more of the "Men of Saint Margaret's" we'll add photos and info on individuals from time to time. This allows you to put a name with the face when you enter the doors of Saint Margaret's.

Meet Roy Estes. Roy has been attending Saint Margaret's for about three years. When he's not busy at his regular job as a transport nurse, Roy works hard on Sundays making sure the sound board is manned and sermons are recorded for the website. He also serves on a breakfast team. Roy graduates tomorrow (December 14th) from Gardner-Webb with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. Join me in congratulating Roy for finishing his degree! Thanks for your help on Sunday's and job well done Roy!

KNOW A NEEDY BOY THAT COULD USE A CHRISTMAS BIKE?

2009-12-08T00:01:00.003-05:00

Gentlemen –

I haven’t had an opportunity to become as involved as I would like to be with the Men of St Margarets just yet – but hopefully, with an improved business climate in 2010 some time will become available. In the interim – I have one item I need a small bit of help with. I have a brand new / in the box boys bicycle (12 inches) for a 3 -4 year old boy. I need some help finding a little boy who would like a bike for Christmas. I can assemble it if necessary or leave it in the box – whichever is better. I got the same bike for my kid and would really like the opportunity to make some other little boy as happy as my son was when he saw his new bike. If any of you know of a boy who needs a bike – please let me know. I can bring it by the church or drop it off at the boy’s house Christmas Eve.

Thanks in advance for the help – looking forward to getting to know y’all in 2010!

Bryant Lee

bryant.lee@vikingem.com

STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN WRAPPING UP!

2009-12-06T19:15:00.002-05:00

Saint Margaret's 2010 Stewardship Campaign is in its final days. If you haven't submitted your pledge, please do so this week. The vestry uses the pledges to plan ministries, budgets, and activities for the upcoming year. If you submitted your family's pledge...thanks. If you haven't, pray about your offering and ask the ushers on Sunday for a pledge card. Remember this year's campaign slogan..."IT'S IN OUR HANDS!"

MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERYDAY!

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Three senior citizens in Bangor, Maine have spent every day of the past six years at the small airport near their home. Their purpose: to greet every soldier who returns from the Middle East, no matter what time the plane lands. They've dedicated the years they have left to the young men and women of our military. Their mere presence has made a difference to over 1 MILLION American heroes. What small gesture can you do today to make a difference to your family, your church, your co-workers, your neighbors, or a stranger? Volunteer, serve...make a difference every day!

LEAD BY EXAMPLE...THEY LEARN FROM US!

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ADVENT FESTIVAL/SPAGHETTI SUPPER IS COMING!!!

2009-11-27T14:45:00.008-05:00

Mike Maffucci's WORLD FAMOUS meatballs return to Saint Margaret's for this year's Advent Festival. The festival is scheduled for Saturday December 5th. There will be music, games, crafts, and a visit from Saint Nicholas...fun for all ages.

The women of the church are handling the festival portion, with the men responsible for the spaghetti dinner that evening. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEN: THIS TUESDAY (DEC 1ST) FROM 5-8:30PM, MIKE WILL BE IN THE ST. MARGARET'S KITCHEN PREPARING THE MEATBALLS AND SAUCE. HE'D LOVE TO HAVE AS MANY VOLUNTEERS AS POSSIBLE. THEN SATURDAY, HELP IS NEEDED FOR ANY PORTION OF 3PM TO 7PM TO COOK PASTA, SERVE AND CLEAN UP THE PARISH SUPPER.

Bring your family and invite your neighbors to this fun annual event!

Click here to send a note if you are able to help Tuesday or Saturday!

CHILI COOKOFF WINNERS!

2009-11-26T20:49:00.004-05:00

I've been asked numerous times about this year's chili cookoff winners. For those of you who missed the event, a chili cookoff was held October 25th to kickoff this year's Stewardship Campaign. The men coordinated the contest, the youth served, trophies were awarded and fun was had by all. Here are the results:
Winner of Hottest Chili - Craig Reeder (award accepted by wife Caroline and son Zane)

Winner of Most Unique Chili - Amy Gorman

Winner of Best Overall Chili - Danny Schott

Yes gentlemen, we were beat by a 10 year old! I congratulated his father on the win. I was then informed that Danny "googled" award winning chili, had his parents take him to buy the ingredients, and prepared it all himself! Congratulations Danny on a job well done!

SAINT MARGARET'S DAY BBQ!

2009-11-25T22:50:00.005-05:00

A special thanks goes out to all the men who participated in making this year's Saint Margaret's Day BBQ such a success. For those of you who missed this year, here's a recap. Nearly 30 guys spent all or part of the night at the parish preparing the pork for the feast Sunday morning. A bonfire was made, 130 pounds of bbq were cooked, tons of laughs were had, and once again...the men worked hard for the good of the parish.

Thanks to all of you, including those who stayed to help clean up! Great job guys!