UPDATE Week of Feb 11

four generations of Fellows right there

Sweet Week

Round Table with the Swayne's

Will's host family hosted all of us on Monday. What a great evening, and even a Round Table!

Leader Lunch and Service at the Bethesda Center

Bo Burns, Bruce Wissinger (not pictured) and Ms. Trina shared their stories as well as the story of the Bethesda Center with us.

After a quick lunch it was time to get to work on a deep clean!

What a sweet privilege to love our neighbor. Thanks for the opportunity Bethesda Center!

Forum on Faith and Culture with Gary Haugen

Speaking of special treats. Gary Haugen, the founder of International Justice Mission came to Winston-Salem to speak to our community. 

The Fellows were invited and had the chance to spend a little extra time with this visionary, yet humble, man. What a gift!

Alumni Sightings

Three generations of Fellows and a Board Member

Bailey is getting coffee before heading into the meeting

three generations of family friends

Christian, a new dad, a board member, and an alum

Hayes, an alum, leads a small group that includes my son!

Recruiting Update

Bottom line: keep praying!

We are awaiting to hear back from a few Fellows, interview a few more, and await the applications of a few more were speaking to. 

We are slowly inching toward our class of 2024-25. 

If you know of anyone who may be interested, please send them our way. 

winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Giving 

We are also inching toward our financial goal of $75k of individual donations for 2024.

Please donate today. Or if you intend to donate but don't want to donate today, let us know and we will send you a reminder when you want us to remind you!

But if you want to simply get it done today. 

Click https://www.wsfellows.com/give

We also accept checks!

send to PO Box 20514. Winston-Salem, NC 27120

Prayer Matters

Keep praying for Fellows for next year - 12 total. 6 guys. 6 gals.

Pray for our fundraising $75k in 2024

Pray for Fellows as they seek what is next for them. 

Pray for health for our families. 

Pray for resilience for when things don't go our way. 

Looking Froward

Monday: Round Table at Ronnies (it's a house not the restaurant)

Tuesday: Prayer and Alumni Happy Hour

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with Bo and Kathy Brookby

Thursday: Gal-in-tines

Friday: Classes

More Pics 

UPDATE Week of Feb 5

Bird's eye view of our beautiful city.

Celebrating Jacob C

Jacob has a summer birthday so we decided to celebrate him in January

We were low on matches

Sky is the limit for this amazingly talented, kind, and cool dude.

Leader Lunch with Christy B

One of our employers, Christy Bellis, spoke to the Fellows this week. 

Christy's Leader Lunch is one of the highlights of the year. Her story really resonates with the Fellows, and she is not afraid of giving "real talk."

She is also a successful business owner, founding TheGoTo during the pandemic. The newsletter now reaches tens of thousands of people across the triad. 

If you haven't subscribed, do so today

https://thegotowinstonsalem.com/

Class with Martha M 

Speaking of highlights. Martha Metzler brought her unique insights and style to the Fellows and the Fellows scooped it up. 

We are better because of you Martha! Thank you!

She speaks with her hands

and David S

As does David Speakman. 

Although David's secret weapon of choice is the whiteboard. 

The dude is a wizard with a dry erase marker. 

Alum Sightings

We saw Ashley Rabon (Class 2 Fellow) and Dawn Burhans 
(Family Friend) at the New Salem Counseling center on Tuesday. What a surprise and what a gift!

If you need counseling, reach out to Ashley!

Or check out New Salem

We also had a wonderful visit with Ashlyn Hodges (Year 5 Fellow) She is half way through med school and we are hoping to get her back for residency. Come on Wake! Don't make a mistake!

No Limits

Friday night, several Fellows headed to the Biotech Center for the No Limits Dance Party.

What a hoot!

We had so much fun with our friends old and new.

Fellows Fun

The Fellows continue to find fun things to do around town

Recruiting

I met a wonderful young woman this week who I hope will become a Fellow one day. She is part way through school and is currently working at Habitat for Humanity.

We had a great interview with a potential Fellow last Monday and have another few interviews this week. 

Keep praying!

And keep helping us recruit!

Here is a link to the application. 

https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Giving

If you want to put a check in the mail

Write checks to Winston-Salem Fellows

and mail to 

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or if you want to give online

go to https://www.wsfellows.com/give

consider giving monthly, that's what I do. It's super easy.

Looking Forward

this week.

Monday - Round Table with Barry and Joyce Swayne

Tuesday - Prayer

Wednesday - Leader Lunch and Service at the Bethesda Center

Thursday - Interviews

Friday - Classes and Forum on Faith and Culture

https://www.faithandculturewsnc.org/2024-forum

come!

Saturday - Forum on Faith and Culture

Sunday - Church and Super Bowl

Prayer Matters

Pray for Fellows as they make moves concerning their futures

Pray for recruiting. 12 Fellows. 6 guys. 6 gals. for next year

Pray for finances. That the Lord will provide everything we need and more

Pray for board recruitment that we bring on the folks God is calling

More Pictures

Thanks all! Keep sharing the story and spreading the love! 

UPDATE Week of Jan 29

A truly fun week to be a Fellow

Serving at Samaritans

On Wednesday, we spent the afternoon with the guests at Samaritan Ministries. 

Jan Kelly and one of the volunteers shared their stories.

Afterward, we split up into two groups. One group set up the computer lab which has been out of service since Covid began.

The second group did a re-org of their storage areas. 

A good time was had by all (see pics In the More Photos for proof)

Church Life

Church is a big part of the Fellows year. On Sunday, Dharma visited Reynolda Community Church with Ian and Gracie

Across town, Noah helped lead worship at River Oaks

Class Life

We have had an incredible time with our two professors this January. Martha Metzler and David Speakman seriously rock.

Crossnore Life

The Fellows discovered 4-Square at Crossnore

We also have been enjoying this rug recently donated to the house. Thanks Reena!!!

Brunch Time

The gals had a little gals brunch. The guys did not.

Recruiting

Keep up those prayers! We are in process with three Fellows currently and we are talking seriously to three more! So your prayers are working. Don't stop!!!!

If you know of somebody who would be a great Fellows, please send them to our website wsfellows.com to learn more or simply reach out to Hef or Ned. 

You can also email winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Giving

Thank you to all our donors. You should be receiving giving statements electronically and/or in the mail if you haven't already received them. 

If you have any issues, please reach out to Hef or Ned or email winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

If you are ready to give today, go to

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Thank you!!!!

Looking Forward

Monday: round table

Tuesday: prayer and board meeting

Wednesday: leader lunch with Christy Bellis and Bible Study

Thursday: work

Friday: Class with Martha and David and possible dance party

Prayer Matters

- more Fellows. 12 total. 6 guys. 6 gals.

- finances. we need about 40k more to meet our budget goals for the year

- future. Our Fellows are in the thick of figuring out their future plans

- mental health. winter depression is real for so many people

More Photos

Thanks all. Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

UPDATE Week of January 22

Soooo Good To Be Together

this update is FULL of goodies...the highlight for sure was the Testimony Advance. It was such a gift to get away and give each other space to share and listen to our stories. 

LEADER LUNCHES!!

Tiffany Thompson. ex CIA. current Rock Star. Does she have a story to tell????

You need to learn more about her consulting work called Artistic Leadership. 

http://tiffanythompsonmusic.com/

David Barksdale. Community Banker. Promoter of Culture. BBQ Enthusiast.

David Barksdale brought the heat (no surprise for those of you who know him). My favorite part of the way he tells his story is the way he talks about the mentors in his life who have lifted him up. 

David is a lifter in my life. And for that I am grateful. 

CLASSES RESUME

We came out swinging with two heavy hitters. Martha Metzler knocked out socks off with her message on mental health. Then, David Speakman gave us an overview of the entire Bible in just a shade under an hour. 

ALUMNI SIGHTINGS

Owen Wood and Joanna Lyall (board alum)

Callie and Meg

Jazmine Johnson

Alumni Happy Hour, with a drop in from Board Member Justin Bailey

ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Tori Ellingson!!! She found love on...you guessed it...the ultimate frisbee field. And we couldn't be more excited for her! Congratulations, friend!

RUNNING FOR HOPE

Justin Bailey (board member) picked the coldest day of the year to celebrate his birthday and raise support for H.O.P.E.W.S. (Help our people eat). He runs his age every year. This year, he convinced Ned to run with him. 

The good news was Ned thought Justin was turning 47 and was wrong.

The bad news was Justin turned 46!

Brutal!

What we do for love, am I right?

Congratulations Justin on an outstanding event.

TOAST

We christened our new hang out in Old Salem. 

Lot 63 should be open to the public soon!

TESTIMONY ADVANCE

The best news is that the Fellows had an amazing weekend at the beach.

One at a time over the course of four days, the Fellows each get a chance to share the long version of their stories. What a gift! 

It became a tradition at the end to dog pile the speaker.

Dog Piles

Polar Plunges

We could off on Saturday with a Polar Plunge.

Noah highly recommends.

Star Tipping

We had some night fun on the beach, star tipping and collecting treasures.

Beach Fun

We played during the day as well. 

Ian became a mermaid

Lots of Love

Some of the best times were meal times.

RECRUITMENT

Kudos to Noah! 

Her recruited us a dandy!

Kalyn Dixon hails from the midwest but went to Ole Miss for undergrad. We can't wait to welcome her and for you all to meet her!

If you know of someone who would be a great Fellow, please contact us at winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

GIVING

Haley is screaming the Fellows praises!

Support her by giving to the Fellows Program!

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

We need it!

LOOKING FORWARD

This week we have Round Table at Miranda's. Exec Meeting and Prayer on Tuesday. Service and Leader Lunch at Samaritan Ministries. And Class on Fridays! 

It's going to be another good one!

PRAYER MATTERS

Pray for the Fellows as we begin the process of looking at "What's Next"

Pray for recruiting. We are behind where we usually are at this time. 

Pray for our fundraising. 

Pray for one of our Fellows who will be adding a second job to supplement income. 

MORE PHOTOS

Thanks all!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

UPDATE Week of January 8

We are back for more in 2024!

Happy Birthday Will!

We have been celebrating Will for about a week now. He deserves it! What a gift this guy is to the world!

He blew his candle out from distance!

Last Leader Lunch of 23

Here is a throwback picture from 2023. Our last Leader Lunch with Fellows Alums: Molly Todd, Caroline Filston, Wyatt Hill, and Christian McConnon. Good times!

Christmas Break

The Fellows had a great time over the holidays. But they sure did miss each other, as evidenced by the Facetime photos. Plus! they all came back to celebrate New Years together!

Visitors

Noah brought three friends from Ole Miss to join the fun

And Gracie had a friend for the weekend too!

Bowling Night

A heated tournament from what I hear.

It came down to one final throw? roll? toss? bowl? from Jacob Gauthier.

Weekend Shenanigans

Saturday was a perfect day from a warm drink and time with friends. 

Recruiting

Wouldn't you want to be around this table?

You can! Apply to the Fellows Program today!

https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Giving

Offer a swing of support to the Fellows Program!

We need it! All individual donations go directly to programming. 

Here is the link.

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Thank you!

Looking Forward

Monday: staff meeting, interviews, round table

Tuesday: prayer

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with ex CIA current Rock Star Tiffany Thompson

Thursday-Monday: TESTIMONY ADVANCE

Prayer Matters

We are relaunching an old tradition by adding prayer requests on to the update. 

- Please pray for recruiting and recruits (we are behind where we usually are)

- Pray for favor with a potential supplementary job for one of our Fellows

- Pray for our Testimony Advance, that our Fellows would be able to share openly and that we would all feel the embrace of the Father. 

More Photos

Thanks all! Keep sharing the story and spreading the love. 

 

UPDATE 2023 Year in Review

 

What a year it has been for the Fellows Program. 

In January, we spent a long weekend sharing our stories and growing close to one another. 

In February, we traveled south of the equator and spent a week on mission in Ecuador. 

In March, Frank and Ann introduced us to Lego Man

In April, the Fellows got a front row seat to the night of stories at the Forum in Faith and Culture. 

In May, one final Advance and a Graduation.

In June, we had a Fellows wedding and a white coat ceremony.

In July, we sent out two of our all time greats. 

In August, a new class of Fellows arrived!

In September, we had two great professional development days at the Winston-Salem Foundation.

In October, we headed to the mountains for our Fall Advance. 

In November, it was up to Washington, DC for the National Conference.

In December, it was Christmas pajamas and end of the year celebrations.

And so much more...

What a wonderful year it has been. Thank you for helping to make it possible. 

If you are interested in making a year end gift to help 2024 be even better, click the secure link below to give online. 

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Or send checks to 

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

THANKS!

Here's to an exciting 2024!

UPDATE Week of December 18

A Merry Christmas Holiday Season To You All

Christmas Party, Fellows Style

What a week!

It all started with a round Table Christmas Party at the Mabry's home. 

As per tradition, Hef leads us in a series of reindeer games which cannot be explained only experienced. 

Yes, that's a lobster

A Special Leader Lunch

As the heading reads, we had a special Leader Lunch. To end the year, we invited four alums to speak to the Fellows. It's the first time we ever had former Fellows speak as Leader Lunch speakers. 

It will not be our last!

Thank you Wyatt Hill, Molly Todd, Caroline Filston, and Christian McConnon!

Bible Study

We had our final Bible study of the year indoors as it was a bit nippy outside.

Class

We ended our course on Racial Reconciliation and Beloved Community with a little yarn experience. 

Room Makeover

Reena Fernando has blessed the Fellows with a beautiful room makeover. 

Her small group came on Wednesday to put on the final touches. We can't thank you enough!!!

Christmas for the City

Words cannot describe the blessing Christmas for the City is. This year, the Fellows served throughout the building. An added treat was witnessing Fellows alums take leadership roles as well. 

Family Friend

Ian visited his Family Friends one last time before the break...

Special Visitors

What a treat to have Reese and Julia (year one Fellows) swing through town on their way to a wedding!

Life Skills

The Fellows had a little life skills lesson this week. Marley Cait got to put in new spark plugs in her car!

Recruiting

We are awaiting to hear back from a few folks who are weighing the decision to become Fellows here next year. Please pray for yesses! And pray for more applications!!!

The holidays is a time when lots of college students are back home. We would be happy to talk with them over the break. Please put us in contact (336) 413-4918

Giving

The Fellows would really appreciate a year end gift!

Please send checks to PO Box 20514 WSNCE 27120

or give online here:

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Love Feast

The week began with a Love Feast at Wake Forest and the Fellows Love Feast on Friday

Look Ahead

Had the chance to get a sneak peak of the new Kalaideum this week. It's coming!!!

We may be signing off on Updates for the next few weeks. See the millions of photos below to tide you over.

More Pics

keep sharing the story and spreading the love! 

WS Fellows 2023 Annual Report

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So give today!

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UPDATE Week of December 11

Some merry men right there

Round Table at the Bells

The Bells house was full of song and the smell of Mongolian barbeque!

We celebrated Gracie's birthday!

Thank you Dudley and Julie for opening your home to us!

Leader Lunch at the Budd Group

Yasser (not pictured), Brad, and Owen (both pictured) did a fantastic job talking about work, faith, and how the two have shaped them. 

Thank you Budd Group for an amazing day!

Work

Thank you also to the Budd Group for employing Fellows!

Jacob taking a break with friends while at work.

Palmer shows off his cubicle

Church

Church is in full Christmas swing. Marley Cait played music for the kids chorus. Shout out to Hugh!

Ian and Gracie are ready to rock at Reynolda Kids!

Reena to the Rescue

Reena Fernando, our teacher the last several weeks, surprised us with a classroom makeover!!!

WHAT A GIFT!

Xmas Party 1

The Fellows through a festive Christmas party for each other Friday night. There was a Secret Santa, marshmallows roasting on an open fire, Pictionary, and a Christmas movie!

Xmas Party 2

Saturday night, the Fellows Alumni Committee through a Christmas Party for Fellows young and old!

A Christmas sangria and buffalo chicken dip were on the menu! Yum!

Recruiting

Palmer invites you to become one of next year's Winston-Salem Fellows. 

Learn more by going to wsfellows.com

Or apply by going to wsfellows.com/take-action

Giving

Santa is a big supporter of the Fellows. To stay off his naughty list, he recommends you support it too!

Send a check to 

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or give on line at 

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Looking Forward

Steve Lineberger is making his way to the manger. 

Monday: Fellows Christmas Party #3

Tuesday: Prayer

Wednesday: Leader Lunch Panel

Thursday: TFI Directors Call

Friday: Class and Love Feast

Saturday: Christmas for the City!

More Photos

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!!!

 

UPDATE Week of December 4

 

The Fellows proved this week they will pull out all the stops to celebrate one of their own!

Including a road trip to Greenville, SC to surprise Gracie at her home!

CHRISTMAS ELVES AT WORK

On Monday, the Fellows snuck down to Old Salem to hang the garlands around Salem Square.

The weather was cold. 

But the spirits were bright.

Thanks Wachovia Historical Society for inviting us to serve!

LEADER LUNCH WITH JAY HELVEY

As expected, Jay Helvey did a fantastic job sharing with the Fellows on Wednesday. 

Thanks all for a great afternoon. 

DECORATING THE FELLOWS HOUSE

On Monday, the Fellows House transformed into a Christmas Castle

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

CLASS

Reena continued her class on racial reconciliation on Friday. She does an incredible job at facilitation. What a gift to the program...and this city!

SURPRISE GRACIE

Friday afternoon, the Fellows traveled south of the border to surprise Gracie for her birthday! Gracie's parents were in on it!

soooo fun

CHURCH

On Sunday, the Fellows lit the Advent Candle at church.

ALUMS AROUND TOWN

Saturday, Fellows Alums gathered in South Winston for some caroling. 

Trent and his wife Jess participated in the Moravian Christmas Market in Old Salem

Owen and Michelle added some instrumentation to the celebration.

RECRUITING

We are in recruiting season!

Ian would like to tell you that there is a lot to gain from becoming a Winston-Salem Fellow. Seriously, we will connect you to him and he will tell you!

Reach out to winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Or simply apply online 

at https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

GIVING

Like a fountain of life, the Fellows continues to flow.

But we need your support. 

Please donate today by giving online at 

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

or mail checks to

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO BOX 20514

WSNC 27120

A LOOK AHEAD

Monday: Round Table at the Bells

Wednesday: Prayer, Leader Lunch with the Budd Group, and Bible Study

Friday: Class and Christmas Party 1

Saturday: Christmas Party 2!

MORE PICS

Thanks all! Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

UPDATE Week of November 27

Hey all you connected to the Fellows - we are thankful for you!

Friendsgiving

The last Round Table before Thanksgiving has become our traditional evening to feast around the table together. 

We call it Friendsgiving.

This year's group really went all out!

Thankful Hands

The Fellows pulled out the construction paper and made turkey hands!

Gracie Paints Her Walls

Gracie has been planning to repaint her room all semester. And guess what, she did it! She's on her way at least!

Taking out the paint crew for ice cream - always smart. 

Thanksgivings Around the Country

This year we have no hometown Fellows. So we all spread out around the country for Thanksgiving time. Most went home, while others visited friends...and each other!

Noah Makes Soap

Noah made soap. 

It's about time that guy cleaned up! Ha!

Jacob's Farm

Jacob returned to the family homestead and hosted Haley for one night as well as drove her back to Winston (as well as his director! Thanks Jacob!)

Haley Finds Her Roots

Haley found some long lost relatives as well as discovered the joys of Philly Cheeseteaks

Recruiting

Gracie would like to encourage all recent graduates or about to graduate students to consider a Fellows Program. 

Spaces are filling up - so get in your application today!

https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Click on the link above to apply!

Giving

A throwback picture to remind you that we need your support!

We are hoping to raise about $50k before the end of the year. Would you please be part of getting us there?

Here is the link to give:

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

It's easy and secure!

You can also send us a check to 

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

Winston-Salem, NC 27120

Looking Forward

Monday: Round Table and Hanging the Garlands in Old Salem

Tuesday: Prayer

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with Jay Helvey and Bible Study

Thursday: Recruiting at WSSU

Friday: Classes

Saturday: Mistletoe Run and Old Salem Christmas Market

Sunday: Church

More Photos 

Thanks all! Please share the story and spread the love!

UPDATE Week of Nov 19

 

Turkey Day is upon us

SURPRISE at ROUND TABLE

Round Table at the Johnsons was a blast. The big surprise was the surprise we gave Jacob for his unBirthday!

We also had a special guest, Seth, who we hope to be seeing more of next year...!

LEADER LUNCH was OUR PLEASURE

Laura Tassan is the operator of the Thruway Chikfila

She is also a certified Life Coach and loves young people

Needless to say she brought the heat. and the chicken...

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS

The week was full of community activity. The Community Blood Drive at the Fairgrounds

The Bethesda Center breakfast at Bridger Field House

Leadership Winston-Salem Community Conversation at Forsyth Tech

And Gary Chapman at the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber Meeting

TURKEY PROCESSING

Week two of Turkey Processing sure was something

Great to see Miranda!

FLANNEL FORMAL

River Oaks hosted a Flannel Formal on Saturday night. Ned had the chance to pull out one of his odd skill sets and did the call! Ha!

A truly great night. Speaking of bringing the heat - Rony - HE brought the heat

CHURCH SPOTLIGHT. 

Will and Marley Cate were highlight in the church newsletter this week!

RECRUITING

We are setting the table for the Fellows!

We would love to talk to you about being a Fellow next year - yes YOU! 

If you are in your early twenties...

Click Here to learn more

GIVING

The Fellows really need your support. 

So would you reach out your hand to us!

GIVE HERE

LOOKING FORWARD

monday...friendsgiving

tuesday...prayer

thursday-sunday...thanksgiving break

MORE PHOTOS

UPDATE Week of November 13

We are thoroughly enjoying the beautiful weather and views of autumn

Leader Lunch

Richard Daniels was his outstanding self on Wednesday. 

The weather was too good to be inside

Thank you Richard!

Family Friends (some of these pictures may be disturbing to some viewers!)

Look who Ned ran Into at Cava on Sunday! A family friend gathering in action!!!

Noah and his Ole Miss Friends had another type of Family Friend interaction as they processed turkeys on the farm on Saturday! Yum

Bible Study

We captured a few pics from Bible Study this week (an often mis-snapped part of our program)

Rob, one of our leaders, offered rides on his scooter after our time together.

Classes

We had two great classes on Friday. The first, by Reena Fernando, was the first in her course on Racial Reconciliation and the Beloved Community

The second was with Molly Lineberger on resumes, LinkedIn, and job hunting techniques.

It was so good.

The Dwelling

The Fellows went to hear our friend Tiffany Thompson perform with the congregation at the Dwelling, one of the coolest churches and God things happening in our city. Here is pastor Emily welcoming people.

La Bomba

Afterward, the Fellows decided to check our the La Bomba night club. It was an experience!

Salem Lake

Nature is dope.

Life Together

really really really hoping no one has lice

the many hats of Gracie

Recruiting

Noah had three of his friends from Ole Miss visit. Hoping to convince at least one of these guys to join us next year as a Fellow!

Let's go!

We are accepting applications for next year.

Here is the link to the application:

https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Giving

Here is a pic from the front door of Ian's employer - Cooper Scurry Facial Plastic Surgery

Palmer, Ian and Cooper Scurry would love for you to contribute to this program. 

Send checks to 

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or give online:

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Looking Ahead

Monday: Round Table - The Johnsons

Tuesday: Prayer and Board Meeting

Wednesday: Leader Lunch Laura Tassan

Thursday: Clay's Class

Friday: EQi 2.0 Class

Saturday: The Flannel Formal!

More Photos

UPDATE Week of November 6

A full week! in more ways than one. Schedule...Minds...Hearts...and Souls...

 Round Table

We had a fantastic time with the Frick Family Monday night. Their kids fit right in. We also had a few special guests, Rony and Pebbles. Landon, the Darrel and Brooke's son helped Ned with worship. And we managed to dress up!

A feast...in more ways than one.

Halloween

Chik-fil-a representing

A smattering of Neds

Leader Lunch

Lynn and Dickie Brewer were wonderful hosts for Leader Lunch. They both shared and the time flew by. What a gift they are to the Fellows, and this world!

National Conference

The Fellows Initiative National Conference was Thursday through Sunday in Washington DC. 4th Presbyterian in Bethesda, MD hosted us. 

Day 1

Travel Day. 

We made it in time to explore the city a bit before the evening session. There were about 300 of us in attendance. Afterward, the Fellows and Directors went out for a drink at World of Beer. 

A great night. Looking forward to a great conference!

Day 2

Day 2 the Fellows heard from David Spickard, former Executive Director of Jobs for Life and currently the owner of a consulting firm called 11 Ten. He spoke on the purpose of work and the integration of work and justice. We took copious notes. There were also discussion groups and breakout sessions throughout the morning and evening. 

In the afternoon, the Fellows explored DC. They checked out the National Gallery, the Air and Space Museum, as well as the Washington Monument.

Ned and Hef had a special gift awaiting us at Ebenezer Coffee. Christina Sandstedt (Year 1 Fellow) and Reiley Burris (Year 4 Fellow). They go to the same church and are in the same small group!

Small world!

Day 3

Day 3 we heard from Denise Blevins who is the Executive Director of Parakaleo Ministries that cares for church planters (primarily women). She talked about the intersection of Church and Social Justice and inspired us greatly. She really left it all on the field. 

There were discussion times and breakout sessions as well this day. 

Half the group spent the afternoon at the Postal Museum and touring around downtown. 

The other half played ultimate frisbee! We mixed and matched teams. Winston-Salem (most of us) went undefeated.

A great time. 

Recruiting

We are actively seeking potential Fellows for next year! It is not too early to think about it. Spaces are filling. So if you or someone you know is interested in exploring Fellows, please put them in touch with us soon!

Text Ned

(336) 413-4918

or apply today at

https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Giving

We are also actively raising funds to meet our budget. We know that many of you at this time of year are asked to give. And we want you to! Be generous!

As for the Fellows, we would love for you to be part of our support team. Every little bit counts. We are lean and mean and don't typically do big banquets or events. Instead, we pray, send out please like this and trust for the best!

So take a moment and make a difference today!

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https://www.wsfellows.com/give

A Look Ahead

Monday - recuperate - no round table - BUT! a Dominican Republic Fundraiser!

Tuesday - Prayer and Meetings and LWS Connectors Council

Wednesday - Directors Call, Leader Lunch with Richard Daniels, Bible Study

Thursday - Contemplative Discipleship Course

Friday - Classes!

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UPDATE October 30

ROUND TABLE

We had a home base Round Table on Monday to have a little "family huddle." It ended up being one of the sweetest times of the year. 

CRISIS CONTROL

We switched things up on Wednesday and spent the afternoon at Crisis Control Ministries where we sorted cans from the Carolina Classic Fair and then participated in a Living On The Edge seminar. 

Thanks Crisis for a Great Afternoon!

DAY APART

On Friday, we headed to Yadkinville for a Day Apart at the Shore Property of Love Out Loud. Shannon Rainey did a fabulous job leading us. the weather couldn't have been better. And a meaningful time was had by all. 

RUF at WAKE

Several Fellows and Fellows Programs went to RUF on Wednesday night to talk to Wake undergrads about joining the Fellows Program next year. 

Pray for fruit!

AIA at CHAPEL HILL

Ned then traveled to Chapel Hill for Wednesday night and Thursday Day through the Evening for a Recruiting Trip. Thanks to Brianne, he was able to speak to the AIA group. What a great gang! 

Thursday, he was able to have several follow up meetings. Then, Thursday evening, there was a Fellows Night at the Battle House where several programs hosted dinner for prospective students. 

Biking for ZOE

Over the weekend there were cycle-cross activities and a 5k in honor of Zoe Clay who recently passed away. She was such a joy bringer. It was an honor to race in her honor and represent Flatland - the reason Ned knew her.

FALL BEAUTY

It speaks for itself

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BOWLING NIGHT

The Fellows have learned to make their own fun.

more videos at the end

RECRUITING

We are recruiting for next year!

Please help us! 

If you or anyone you know could be interested in a year of discipleship and professional development. 

Got them to APPLY TODAY

GIVE

Jacob and Haley are wearing their lunch at youth group. 

the Fellows love to give!

Would you support them in their giving?

Send Checks to WS Fellows. PO Box 20514. WSNC 27120

or Give Online HERE

LOOK AHEAD

Monday: Round Table at the Fricks

Tuesday: Prayer and Halloween

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with Lynn Brewer

Thursday-Sunday: Fellows National Conference

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UPDATE Week of October 23

Oh what a beautiful morning!

WELCOME TO THE WORLD!

We are celebrating Ada Grace McConnon born this past Saturday at 9:44pm, weighing 7lbs.

Christian and Sydney are doing well!

The Fellows keeps on growing. What a blessing!

WELCOME TO THE GANG!

Speaking of adding to our numbers. Philip Maghen wisely asked Caroline Filston to marry him. She said yes!!!

HALEY WAS BORN!

We had the fun of wishing Haley a happy birthday. Festivities lasted all week. With a cinnamon bun on Monday. Wednesday, bring the actual day. And a sunrise birthday hike on Saturday!

No complaints here. She is worth it!

Happy Birthday Haley!

ROUND TABLE

The Snow's dog was very happy to host Round Table on Monday

The table was long and rectangular. 

The sunset was all right. 

A great night was had by all. The highlight was a time of sharing from our hosts. What a great reminder that the Lord is Lord through the good times and the hard times. 

Thank you!

LEADER LUNCH

We had the very best Leader Lunch speaker on Wednesday (a little biased, I know). Dr. Lia Erickson. 

Her story is so inspiring!

Thank you!

CLASSES

We wrapped up our two fall seminars with Katy Benoit and Joe Moore on Friday. We should tape them!

Thank you Katy and Joe for your faithfulness and service. We love you!

SUNRISE HIKE

Most of the Fellows woke up at 4:30am and headed up the hills to Stone Mountain State Park to watch the sunrise. 

It was super windy as evidenced by Jacob's scarf. 

It was a beautiful beautiful morning

We had breakfast at Cracker Barrel on the way home. 

YUM!

Jacob had worked up quite an appetite. 

FALL FUN

(You may have noticed not a lot of pictures of Stephanie this week. Sadly, she was under the weather! Praying for a swift recovery!)

OTHER EVENTS

The folks behind the He Gets Us campaign were in town. Pretty cool stuff. 

The 128th annual Wachovia Historical Society meeting took place on Sunday.

RECRUITING

His a home run and become a Winston-Salem Fellow!

Spots for next year are already filling up!

Go here to apply!

GIVING

Will thinks that a great holiday gift would be a donation to the Winston-Salem Fellows!

Send checks to PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or give online by 

CLICKING HERE

THIS WEEK

Monday: Round Table at the Fellows House (reach out if you would like to host one of these in the future!)

Tuesday: Prayer and Recruiting Event at Wake Forest

Wednesday: Service at Crisis Control Ministries and Speaking at Athletes in Action Chapel Hill

Thursday: Recruiting in Chapel Hill

Friday: Day of Solitude with the Fellows. (ironic) Fall Fest at Calvary

Saturday and Sunday: Weekend shenanigans

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thanks all!

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UPDATE Week of October 16

 

We got the chance to tell the Fellows story at the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber Non-Profit Showcase this week.

TIME MANAGEMENT AT ROUND TABLE

We had a delightful dinner at the Gardners home on Monday. Ned did his best to not spill sand on their beautiful carpet as he performed the Big Rock demonstration.

LEADER LUNCH AT WINSTON STARTS

Steve Lineberger was a most excellent Leader Lunch speaker. What an exemplar of the integration of faith and work he is.

FAMILY AND MENTOR DESSERT

The Rainey's hosted a dessert for this year's Family Friends and Mentors. We got to know each other, shared stories, answered questions, and prayed. A great night.

NON-PROFIT SHOWCASE

A few more photos from the Chamber Showcase

NOAH LOVES ANIMALS!

Who knew?

BREAKFAST AT THE FOLLOWS HOUSE

The Fellows cooked themselves a breakfast feast on Saturday morning!

SPEAKING AT NCS

On Thursday, Ned woke up early to speak at NCS East which is held at Forsyth Seafood. He returned the favor for Guy since Guy pinch hit for the Fellows a few weeks ago at our leader lunch!

DISC GOLFIN

The Fellows went on a disc golf excursion on Saturday afternoon. Not sure who had the lowest score.

CLARA LOVES CHARADES

Any guesses?

RECRUITING UPDATE

Welcome Ellie Ramirez!

Ellie is from Wyomissing, Pennsylvania and is graduating this year from Bucknell University. She is mature beyond her years and will most certainly be a major contributor to next year's class! Things are looking up!

Over the weekend, we received another application, and last week we talked to two more potential candidates. 

Momentum?

If you know of a college senior or recent college graduate, encourage them to look into the wsfellows.com/take-action and apply today!

GIVING

Haley had lunch with the Egans after church on Sunday! That's a gift!

We are also looking for financial gifts to keep us running!

Please go to https://www.wsfellows.com/give

to give today. 

You can also send checks to PO Box 20514. WSNC 27120

THANK YOU!

LOOK AHEAD
Monday: Round Table at the Snows

Tuesday: Prayer

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with Lia Erickson

Thursday: He Gets Us reception

Friday: Classes

Saturday: Buddy Walk

Sunday: Church

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UPDATE Week of October 9

Night on the town

Budgeting 101

Jeff Trollinger helped the Fellows think through their finances on Wednesday. "Believe it or not. You can save money as a Fellow!" 

Church

Marley Cate joined the worship team for the first time on Sunday

Chavita!

We were able to join Chavita's wedding in Ecuador by zoom. What a beautiful bride in such a beautiful dress (given as a wedding gift by our Fellows!)

On the Job

It was Jacob's pleasure to serve his fellow Fellows

Owen and the team dog

Congratulations to Aly Hall who was sworn in as Assistant Commonwealth Attorneys of Kentucky. 

On the Town

Haley and Marley Cate join the rest of the world at the fair

It was karaoke night for the Fellows.

Heart Walk

Fellows and Alums joined forces to walk for Hearts at Triad Park on Saturday morning. What a beautiful day!

Movie Night

The Fellows are working through a long list of all time great movies. 

Recruiting

Gracie would love for you to consider becoming a Winston-Salem Fellow. 

Here is how. 

Go to https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Click on the form.

Fill it out.

Send it in!

Give

The Winston-Salem Fellows needs your support! We are more than half way to our goal for this year. Would you please consider a gift today?

Here is how:

go to https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Follow the instructions

Thank you!

Looking Forward

Monday: Round Table at the Gardners

Tuesday: Prayer

Leadership: Steve Lineberger and Bible Study

Thursday: TFI Director Call

Friday: Class

Saturday: Service?

Sunday: Church

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Thanks!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!!!

UPDATE Week of Oct 2

Welcome to the weekly UPDATE

Round Table and Ian's Birthday

Steve and Christie Angle provided a scrumptuous breakfast for dinner last Monday

The highlight was celebrating this guy! Ian Smith. The one. The only!

Sam & Eggs

Pre-sunrise Dash Stadium

The Fellows were there to help with Samaritan Ministries

Leader Lunch with Guy Morgan

Guy Morgan - the tallest Leader Lunch speaker to date. 

What a gift he gave us by showing up on Wednesday and sharing his story.

Pizza Night

The Fellows threw themselves a pizza party...

The Great Fall Advance (in a million pictures)

There are few things I love more than the Great Fall Advance. Right now I can't think of them...

Perhaps pictures will tell the story. 

Recruit

If the last million pictures failed to convince you to apply to the Fellows, not sure how to convince you. If you have a friend or if you yourself want to sign up for a life changing year. 

Go to https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

and apply.

Give

Two of the great ones would like you to give to the Fellows Program.

Send checks to 

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or go to https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Look Ahead

Budgeting 101

Spiritual Formation

Old Testament Survey

The Fair

And so much more...

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All right friends...

keep sharing the story and spreading the love....

 

Update Week of September 25

Greetings! From Winston-Salem

Round Table

We had some good old Carolina Barbeque at the Whitworths on Monday

Ruby their dog was the highlight. 

Leader Lunch

Betsy Annese came through in a pinch with a dynamic Leader Lunch! She is one of the best storytellers I know and just so happens to have one of the best stories to tell!

Thanks Betsy!

Fall Fun

It's fall y'all

Apples

The Fellows had a full Saturday, starting with an Apple Festival

Pumpkins

Painting Pumpkins

Books

Checking out a soggy but undaunted crowd at the Bookmarks Festival

Joy Prom

Then volunteering and dancing the night away at Joy Prom!

That's what I call a Saturday.

Space Force

Tori (our beloved alum) was in town for the Regional Championships of Ultimate Frisbee. Her team Space Force had high hopes to make Nationals (and were seeded number one) but alas fell short. 

In the games we watched, Space Force dominated. Wow such fun!

Her host family and mentor also came along to cheer!

What's Cooking?

Murder at the Fellows House?

Nope. Palmer is just learning how to make salsa

New Skills

Speaking of new skills. Fellows are all on the job. Owen (beloved Fellows alum) is showing Palmer the ropes. He is on step two. 

The Fellows are also learning new modes of transportation

Sports Desk

Thank you to the lady who captured Anna Rose's game wining goal on Monday!

David has set PR's in every race this season!

Recruitment

Come on along!

Applications are open for our next class of Fellows. It is not too early to apply!

In fact, our first application is already in. 

Apply today by going to https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Giving

It is also not too early to give!

Send Checks to 

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or give online at

https://www.wsfellows.com/take-action

Look Ahead

I bought this car when we started the Fellows...that's a lot of miles!

Monday Round Table

Tuesday Prayer

Wednesday Leader Lunch with Bill McClain and Bible Study

Friday Fall Advance!!!!

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Thanks all!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!