UPDATE October 21

 

Hef and Ned headed to the Lewisville Chamber networking event and had a blast! What a well done event!

The National Fellows Initiative Board Meeting

John Kyle and the National Fellows Initiative Board came to visit Winston=Salem and Greensboro for their national retreat this year. 

It was an honor to host them and a lot of fun to join forces with Greensboro to provide them a great time. On Friday, the WS fellows and local board members hosted them for a great breakfast fueled by Dough Joes at the beautiful chapel at Reynolda Church.

Round Tables

After our Fall Advance, we had a lay low Round Table at the Fellows House

Thomas' birthday gets celebrated with a Cheerwine Float

We played Poetry for Neanderthals 

The following week Rob and Meryl Snow hosted us at their beautiful home. We had special guests all week...my parents!!!

Leader Lunch

So in addition to my parents, the Fellows also got to hear from entrepreneur Sean Scott. He is relatively new to town but has an incredible story. So glad he is a part of our ecosystem. 

RAH

We had medal finishes at the RAH this year with Trent and Caleb both bringing in the medals. 

Ned is sidelined by an injury so Sarah Angle and I got to cheer with all the kiddos.

Fellows At Work

Emi and Meg bask in the joy of working from home from time to time

When Emi is at the office she takes a whole table

Ned took a picture at Thomas' desk when he wasn't around

Bible Study

We don't get too many pictures of our Wednesday Bible Study but it is one of the sweetest times of the week for our Fellows. 

This year we have gone co-ed and it has been awesome!

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Reynolda House

The Fellows enjoyed a little Winston-Salem culture this weekend at the Reynolda House

Ned Surgery Update

Ned's bionic neck is doing well. Signs point to a full recovery. But he needs to remember to take it slow.

Recruiting

Meg had a great week being a Tennessee Volunteer. 

She has a great week every week being a Fellow!

Come be a part of this mission or recruit someone for net year!

Go to our website to find out more!

Give

Three generations of Fellows (and maybe a fourth!) represented in this photo. 

Help us stick around to make this a reality. Donate today!

GIVE HERE

A Look Ahead

Monday-Friday - EQi Meetings with Ned

Monday - Round Table

Tuesday - Prayer

Wednesday - Leader Lunch with Jay Helvey

Thursday - Brew Crew

Friday - A Day Apart with Fellows

More Photos

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love

UPDATE Week of Oct 10

 

We are fresh off my favorite weekend of the Fall - the WS Fellows Fall Advance. It's this weekend that often stands out as one of the pivotal moments for the Fellows. It is a time to reflect and rethink and get more vulnerable with each other and bond. It often is the weekend when the group finally glues together. This weekend was no different. What a special special time .

Fellows Page!

The 2022-23 Fellows Page is up on our website. Check it out!

We also are upping our instagram game. Make sure you follow us! @wsfellows

Leader Lunch with Lia

We had a talented, brilliant and drop dead gorgeous speaker for Leader Lunch this week: the distinguished Dr. Lia Erickson!

We have a few Fellows interested in healthcare. We all were, but they in particular, were hanging on her every word. What a day!

Covid Care

We had a couple Fellows come down with the crud. The Fellows did a fantastic job caring for them. Can you say - care package delivered via window!

Fall Advance

The Fellows went to the mountains this weekend...

Hef and Molly glued their faces together. Just kidding. 

Wyatt caught a whopper. 

Callie caught her first ever fish!

Thomas dinged the bell

Meg took the reins

The girls beat the boys in the hamster wheel race

A barrel full of Fellows

Hef dominated on the track

Emi played with fire

Lucy and Hef were code name champs

Lucy and Jazmine danced the night away

Jacob and Emily!

Jacob got his girl!

And live streamed the proposal!

Congrats Emi and Jacob! Can't wait to celebrate with you.

Churchstravaganza

Three generations of Fellows are serving at church! Sunday was the 101st Church Stravaganza

Give

It is the giving season. Please join us in your support of this program.

Give online RIGHT HERE

or send checks to 

WS Fellows

Po Box 20514

WSNC 27120

Thank you!

Recruit

It's party time!

And we want you to join us. Apply today to be a part of the WS Fellows!

Click here!

Looking Ahead

Monday: back to work and chill Round Table

Tuesday: work and Lewisville Chamber of Commerce Day

Wednesday: Special Wednesday Class with David Speakman, Bible Study and welcoming the TFI Board

Thursday: work and National TFI Board Retreat

Friday: Class, TFI Board, and Crossnore Chapel

More Photos (A lot more photos)

Thanks y'all!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

UPDATE Week of October 3

 

Praise! We got a satisfactory photo of our group! Woo Hoo!

Ned Just Keeps On Getting Older!

We celebrated Ned's birthday on Monday at the Miller Mansion! It was extra special for the old Nedster as there were several alumni who popped in to also share the love. 

Leader Extraordinaire

Wednesday, we had a fantastic Leader Lunch with Steve Lineberger, a true leader of leaders. Thanks Steve! You never disappoint. 

Farm Life 

Believe it or not, we are the only Fellows Program in the world that lives on a farm. I mean, I have no idea how we would entertain these kiddos without Tutti Fruitti and a horse escape!

The donkey almost knocked on our front door!

SAM and EGGS

Several Fellows woke up extra early to help serve at the annual Sam and Eggs Breakfast. Some of our past Fellows were in attendance as financial contributors! What!!!!

Drew Holcomb and all our Neighbors Came to Town

It was very kind of Drew Holcomb to come to town so that everyone in Winston-Salem could have a chance to come together and catch up with each other. 

Ned Voluntarily Goes Under the Knife

Ned went under the knife on Thursday to address a nagging hernia in his neck. The surgery was successful. Praying for a swift recovery. 

Ned honestly feels great. And LOOKS great with his new turtleneck. 

The best news is that his voice is totally shot, so the rest of us don't have to listen to him!

Hoping it returns by the weekend as he is scheduled to give two talks!

COVID rears its Ugly Head

We are not out of the woods yet. Poor Callie and Lucy tested positive for Covid. Erg. Callie Is on the mend and Lucy is asymptomatic, praise the Lord. 

Recruiting

Wouldn't you want to spend a year with this guy???

Well, you can't - but you could meet guys and gals just like him next year if you apply to be a WS Fellow!

Go to our website and apply today!

wsfellows.com

Giving

Molly just finished her fundraising! Woo Hoo!

It is now up to YOU WINSTON-SALEM to help us finish ours!

Give TODAY

or send checks to 

WS Fellows

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

Looking Forward

Monday: Celebrating Thomas at Round Table

Tuesday: Fellows Board Meeting

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with Dr. Lia Erickson

Thursday: Prep for Weekend

Friday-Sunday: FALL ADVANCE!!!

More Photos

UPDATE Week of September 27

 FINDING OUR RHYTHM

We have learned over the years to ramp up our programming for the Fellows. Each week in September, we map on one more element until we get to our weekly rhythm. This week, we have finally arrived! All that to say, the Fellows have not been idle. Far from it! Here are a few things we have been up to the last week. 

Boys and Girls Round Tables

Our first three Round Tables have been hosted this year by Fellows Alumns! How cool is that?

Thank you to Hayes and Haley Mabry!

Thank you to the Miller Mansion (Caleb, Owen, Sam and Wil)

Thank you to the Hawthorne House (Bryn, Caroline, Louise and Michelle)

What a gift you all are!

Jayson Sloan for the Win

We had to make a quick substitute for our Leader Lunch two weeks ago. Fortunately, we have an incredible bull pen. 

Jayson Sloan, one of our newest Board Members, stepped up and brought the heat! 

I had the privilege of going to hear him twice that week as I visited St. Peters World Outreach

Dr. Anthony Atala blows our Minds

We had the honor of spending a couple hours over at WFIRM (Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine) with Dr. Anthony Atala. 

Dr. Atala shared his story as well as insights on how his faith has impacted his work and how his work has impacted his faith. It was mind-blowing!

Afterward, we were able to get a tour of the facilities. What a cool experience to see Real Life Science NON-Fiction!

Thank you Tony!

Hanging Out at Hanging Rock

We were in Emi's element two Fridays ago as we took class on the road to spend the morning learning from God's Creation.

The crew.

Meg does not want me to tell you who won

What an awesome day! We are so blessed in the Piedmont to be so near so many state parks and other beautiful places. 

Center For Creative Leadership

Thursday and Friday, we spent in Greensboro with the Greensboro Fellows, no less, at the center for Creative Leadership. 

We spent two days thinking and learning about Self-Awareness, Communication, Learning Agility, and Influence. 

Thank you Creative Team for your facilitation. 

We ended our time together sharing Vision Statements and speaking truth over each other. POWERFUL!

Mattie's Wedding!

To no one's surprise Mattie was a beautiful bride!

And threw a party for the ages. So happy for them (Mattie and Trad). May the Lord rest his favor on you, your marriage, your family, and the community where you live.

Rahel's Engagement!

We also celebrate first year Fellow Rahel's engagement. 

You are one lucky ducky Zach!

Congrats to you both!

September Birthdays!

September is definitely loaded with birthdays. This ain't all of them, but last week we celebrated Sydney's, Louise's and Caleb's back to back to back!

Thomas Laws is coming up this Thursday. 

Even the Co-Director had one!

Recruiting

We have opened up our application for the 2023-24 Fellows Class! Believe it or not, it is time to apply!

If you or someone you love have any interest in becoming a Winston-Salem Fellow, please contact winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Give

It is fundraising season for a lot of non-profits. So while you have your checkbook out, give to the WS Fellows!!!

go to

wsfellows.com/give

and click the donate button

or send checks to 

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

Winston-Salem, NC 27120

Thank you!

Looking Ahead

Round Table at Hawthorne House

Leader Lunch with Steve Lineberger

Classes begin with David Speakman and Jeff Trollinger

More Photos

UPDATE Week of September 12

Jumping Right In!

These Fellows have done a fabulous job of doing just that: jumping in!

In addition to scheduled Fellows activities, there have been football games, baseball games, farmers markets, brewery visits, bike rides, animal feedings, and more!

It has been a great week!

WORK

Pausing a moment to thank all of our employers this year!

Cassia Capital, Chandler Physical Therapy, Crosby Scholars, Fast Med, Forsyth Country Day School, Lewisville Chamber, New Canaan Society, Senior Services, and United Way

ROUND TABLE LABOR DAY EDITION

We had a mini reunion of sorts for Labor Day with Fellows young and old!

LEADER LUNCH

John Bost was on fire! No. Not literally, though in this picture he is standing dangerously close to the fireplace!

What a story! What a legacy! So grateful to him and his friendship to the Fellows.

What a nice "shed" to spend the afternoon in.

THE STORY OF SALEM

Ginny Tobiason once again to an unbelievable job sharing the story and significance of the place where we live. 

There are few as good and none better.

Home Moravian

God's Acre

snack time

FREEDOM RIDE

Slave Cemetary

The following Friday we had another history tour. This time, one that told the story of the black person's experience. 

The other side of 52

Our special guest speaker, the one and only Bill McClain.

What a great and sobering day.

FUN AROUND TOWN

These Fellows sure do get around!

RECRUITING

We are already speaking to a few potential fellows for NEXT YEAR! If you know anybody who fits the description, send them our way today!

email contact to

winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

GIVE

Molly and Thomas will not stop screaming until we raise our budget. So please! Send your donations today. 

Here is the link:

THE LINK

LOOKING FORWARD

see the irony here?

here are some highlights:

Monday: Round Table with Hayes and Haley Mabry!

Tuesday: Lewisville Chamber Meeting

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with Nigel Alston! and First Bible Study and Sydney's Birthday

Thursday: Caleb's Birthday!

Friday: Hanging Rock and Priddy's General Store and Crossnore Chapel

MORE PHOTOS

Love this pic!

Thanks all. And thanks for all your support!

 

UPDATE Week of Aug 31

 AND...WE'RE OFF!!!

We have kicked off our Seventh Class of the Winston-Salem Fellows!

I couldn't be more excited and grateful for this group of men and women. They are ALL IN. You may notice we are a few less this year. But don't let that fool you into thinking that this group is any less. We got some world changers right here. 

MOVE IN

We welcomed families and carried boxes for it felt like days - oh yeah, it was! Fellows started moving in over the weekend all the way up to 11:45am on Wednesday!

Lucy (above) took three days driving here from Colorado!

Jazmine brought an entourage!

ALUMNI WELCOME BONFIRE

Fellows from several classes organized a bonfire for us on Tuesday night. 

It was a ton of fun. Anna Rose fits right in! How did that happen!

ORIENTATION

We were blessed once again by the generosity of a Winston-Salem family to allow us to spend several days at Lake Norman for our Orientation Advance.

We played my favorite game

We went for a hike in the state park

And we sealed our time together with several Fellows traditions. 

Truly, we are off to a great start!

WS OPEN

Saturday afternoon, we were invited to take part in another wonderful Winston-Salem tradition by attending the finals of the WS Open!

I have never sweated so much!

Thankfully, the after party was indoors!

BOARD PICNIC

We reinstated a Sunday evening picnic after a few years of Covid breaks. What a sweet relaxing time. 

FIRST DAY OF WORK

Jazmine is ready for Day 1

Thomas created his own First Day poster!

FIRST ROUND TABLE

the Fellows came over to Casa Erickson for our first Round Table of the year. 

The goats were a big hit.

RECRUITMENT

Unfortunately, Steven is too old to be a Fellow (he could actually run the Fellows if he wanted to - he has far surpassed his old Young Life leader in every way). 

BUT! He would love for you to help us recruit for next year so Calvary Baptist can become one of our newest church partners. 

If you know someone recently graduated or graduating in 2023 - it is not too early to put us in touch! We are already talking to a few potential recruits!

GIVE

THESE Winston-Salem Fellows are worth supporting!

We have 80k to raise this fall. Will you help us?

Please send checks to 

WS Fellows

PO BOX 20514

WSNC 27120

or

give online

wsfellows.com/give

A GLIMPSE FORWARD

Wednesday. Work and Church Partner Meetings

Thursday. Work

Friday. Old Salem Insider Tour and Trauma Informed Training

Weekend. Labor Day!

Monday. Round Table

Tuesday. Work

Wednesday. Lunch with John Bost!

MORE PHOTOS

Thanks y'all!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

UPDATE Week of Aug 22

 IT'S GAME TIME!

Several past Fellows gathered to celebrate the engagement of Garrett Briggs and Caroline Wolff last weekend. 

(More engagement news to come in this issue :)

But first...

MEET THE CLASS OF 2023!

Meg Mitchell

hometown Knoxville, TN

graduate of University of Tennessee Knoxville

aspiring pickleball pro

working this year for the United Way

attending Redeemer Pres

Callie Pierce

hometown Charlotte, NC

graduate of University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

will see you on the trail...any trail

working this year at Chandler Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab

attending First Pres

Wyatt Hill

hometown Cumming, GA

graduated from Southern Wesleyan

expertly honed survival skills

working at Senior Services

attending Hope Pres

Emi Holman

hometown Kosciusko, MS

graduated from Mississippi State University

first time stepping foot in Winston-Salem

working at Crosby Scholars

attending Hope Pres

Lucy Lawrence

hometown Centenniel, CO

graduated from Colorado State University

owner of a fat cat named Turnip

working at Fast Med

attending Reynolda Pres

Jazmine Johnson

hometown Williamsburg, VA

graduated from Christopher Newport University

involved in Cru, RUF, and Intervasity while in college to name a few

working at Cassia Capital and NCS

attending Reynolda Pres

Molly Todd

hometown Clearwater, FL

graduated from Wake Forest University

loves to admire and make beautiful things

working at FCDS

attending First Pres

Thomas Laws

hometown Concord, NC

graduated from Wake Forest University

was the Demon Deacon

working at Lewisville Chamber of Commerce

attending Redeemer Pres

ROSS AND MEGHAN ARE ENGAGED!

I'll let the pics do the talking...

congratulations Ross and Meghan! we couldn't be happier for you! can't wait to celebrate!

CLEAN UP PARTY

Fellows and Board Members rolled up our sleeves to deep clean the house for the arrival of our new Fellows. Cleaning is Louise's love language can you tell? Cleaned things is Hef's.

CELEBRATING GARRETT AND CAROLINE

We had a great time celebrating Garrett and Caroline's engagement at JoLo winery last weekend. So much fun! Also, can't wait to witness this wedding! Woo Hoo!

FELLOWS AROUND THE COUNTRY SAY HI!

Emily Sandstedt is enjoying a little musical theater with her grandparents and Jacob.

Tori Ellingson is celebrating another victory on the Ultimate Frisbee Tour

Brianne is giving new Fellow Callie Pierce the lowdown on Winston-Salem Fellows

Bryn Lenkaitis went to Temple to move in her brother

Sophie-Earle on the back porch of Louie and Honey

FCDS Staff Orientation...three Fellows strong!

MEN WHO COOK

My twin brother Jon Allen and I cooked up a whole bunch of tasty food for the annual SECU House Men Who Cook fundraiser!

a great event! Thanks to all who supported!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

22 years strong.

RECRUITING

we are ALWAYS recruiting!

if you know someone who would be a great Fellow, let us know!

GIVE

We need your support!

If you haven't donated this year, please do so!

Send checks to 

WS Fellows

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or give online

wsfellows.com/give

THANK YOU!

MORE PHOTOS

Hi Ho Here We Go!!!

UPDATE Aug 11

Miranda is here to tell you there is nothing like a little puppy love!

 It's GO TIME

Yikes! It's August! Hef and Ned are back from vacations and we are getting ready to roll!

Orientation begins 12pm August 24th!

We are under the two weeks away mark!

Clean out Clean up

We are supplied up.

Which is very bittersweet as it means the Fellows Grads are moving out to make space for the Fellows moving in!

This puppy got a deep clean. It needed it!

Tripp's Heroes

Chilly Philly hosted a little get together/fundraiser for our beloved friend Tripp. We just honored his one year homecoming to be with Jesus. 

Big sigh. 

And also - check out Chilly Philly - they do water ice right! 

Farewells

We had a treat this summer to keep Mallory here in Winston while she was starting her new job with 321 Coffee in Raleigh. Go there next time you are in town. 

She is taking this already awesome company to the next level!

https://321coffee.com/

But we do not have to say good-bye to everyone!

Molly Dwyer

Sydney Circeo

Luke Hoffman

Ismael Hernandez

Caleb Hoekstra

Louise Wittenburg

Miranda Chiang

Elisabeth Anthony

Wil Marks

Jamo Filston

Delaney Zizmer

Sarah Angle

are all sticking around!!!

Recruitment Update

We have been on Eight Fellows all summer. Every time we think a new recruit is coming our way, something come up. It has been frustrating. 

But that does not diminish one bit our enthusiasm for the 8 Fellows joining us this year. 

ALSO! You never know. In the last 24 hours, we have been introduced to two potential fellows. So keep praying friends! And if you know of a recent college graduate who is still trying to find their place - well, it probably means they are supposed to be a Winston-Salem Fellow. So send them our way and put them out of their misery! 

Contact us now!

ned@wsfellows.com

(336) 413-4918

Give

Please join us in becoming a financial partner with the Winston-Salem Fellows. 100% of our donations go directly to running this program. You read that right. 100%

Send checks to 

Winston-Salem Fellows. PO Box 20514. Winston-Salem, NC 27120

or give online

wsfellows.com/give

THANK YOU!

Looking Ahead

Monday - Cleaning Day

Wednesday - Board Meeting

Next weeks UPDATE - we will introduce the Fellows to you!

More Photos

thanks all!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love

UPDATE Late July

July has been full of fun and celebrations. 

Fun on the 4th

Several years of Fellows and friends went to the Dash game for baseball and fireworks!

Never Too Late For A Wedding Reception 

Christian McConnon and Sydney were married in January during the crazy blizzard that never really materialized  (do you remember that?) They moved their wedding and postponed the reception for the summer. 

It was worth it. WHAT A NIGHT!

Lots of old friends. And lots of dancing!

Oh. And a reminder to never leave Trent Hancock alone!

Birthdays

Caroline Wolfe threw her fiance, the one and only Garrett Briggs a birthday party. 

Anna Rose had a sweet sixteen and scored a new ride. 

Here is Ned realizing he was dropping off Anna Rose at the horse barn for the last time.

This horse girl scored herself a truck! Giddy-up!

She said YES!

Speaking of being in the works since January. Owen pulled off one of the big surprises of the summer by convincing Michelle to plan a surprise party for his birthday, all the while, he was planning to surprise her with a proposal!

Hef was a primary schemer. 

And they pulled it off!

What a fun celebration! Can't wait for the real deal!

Congratulations Owen and Michelle!

Recruitment

We had the joy of helping Callie and her mother Gigi move in some stuff! Class of 2023 is becoming real y'all!

We are still looking for a few more Fellows to fill out our class. If you or someone you know would benefit from a year as a Fellows (and your under the age of 30) please let us know as soon as possible. 

Email winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Or visit wsfellows.com

Or text or call (336) 413-4918

To get the process moving. 

Give

You can't put a price on community, but that doesn't mean that it is free!

We need financial support to keep the Fellows Program running. Would you please consider giving a gift today!

Visit wsfellows.com/give

Or cut a check to 

Winston-Salem Fellows PO Box 20514 WSNC 27120

Thanks!

A Look Ahead

Monday Staff Meeting

Tuesday Summer Round Table

Wednesday Church Placements and Family and Mentor Sketching

Thursday Meetings

Friday Hef goes to Banff!

More Photos

Lyrics by the Lake rocks

Jacob and Sophie Earle light up the night

Christian and Sydney ride off into the night

Caught in the rain

Tric Tric Boom! BMX Showcase

Take me out to the ball game

Lyrics by the lake

One happy couple

Keep sharing the story and Spreading the love!

Update Late June

 CELEBRATION TIMES

June is the month when we can take a brief breath. We get away with family, reflect, evaluate and begin the big gear up for next year. 

As the month comes to a close, there is the inevitable - Holy Moley! It's July! How did that happen? Summer just started! 

Maybe you are feeling that, too.

But before we get into the business (or busy-ness) of it all - we want to take a moment to celebrate some special moments. 

Hayes and Haley Mabry!

There was a bonfire and a building of an infamous picnic table which all led to this beautiful match made in heaven! Haley was a four three fellow. Hayes was a year five. It was been pure joy watching them bond over rock climbing, hiking, music, coffee and their love for the Lord. 

Congratulations!

Luke and Montana Hoffman!

Luke Hoffman married his college sweetheart, Montana, on a beautiful farm not too far from Appalachian State, where the two of them met. 

I know Luke is excited to move on from having thirteen roommates to just one! We are thrilled that the two of them have found a place to live right in West End! 

The Fellows danced the night away. One of us woke up pretty sore! I'm not saying which one it was, but he may or may not be the one photo-bombing. 

MOVING ON UP

Caleb here is starting a new job here in Winston-Salem at Baird. He was introduced to this group earlier this year through one of our classes, and it has been fun to see this opportunity materialize for him. 

Fellows are also finding homes away from the Crossnore House - always bittersweet. 

One thing that makes it less bitter is that most of the Fellows - 13 of the 14 are staying here at least through the summer! 

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

As hinted at earlier - there are a lot of puzzle pieces that need to be put together. THIS IS THE TIME TO RAISE YOUR HAND if you are interested in getting involved with the Fellows Program this year. 

We are looking for:

Employers

Mentors

Family-Friends

Volunteer Opportunities

Round Table Hosts

Leader Lunch Speakers

Free Tickets to Events around the Triad

If you are interested in getting involved, please email 

winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

or text (336) 413-4918

Thanks!

RECRUITING

Right now we have 8 fabulous Fellows signed on for this coming year. We are open to hosting 12. We would like to have at least 10. 

Please join us in praying these last few Fellows in. 

AND! If you have any potential leads for potential Fellows, please let us know. 

email us at winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

text (336) 413-4918

or point potentials to our website: wsfellows.com

GIVE

These bees gave us two and a half gallons of honey! That's sweetness worth its weight in gold. 

Speaking of gold - the Fellows have a budget to meet.

Would you please consider, including us in your giving budget this year?

Send checks to 

Winston-Salem Fellows. PO Box 20514. WSNC 27120.

or give online

wsfellows.com/give

consider giving monthly!

Thanks!

MORE PHOTOS

Thanks y'all keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

Fellows Update - The Great Alaskan Mission Trip!

 

After a two year hiatus, the Fellows were able to pull off a mission trip!

We decided back in January that it was too risky to go overseas, so we limited our choices to the United States. Of course, we chose the most remote place we could think of...ALASKA!

Kodiak Island to be exact. 

An island where there are more bears than people!

Yes, we did see one, bears, that is.

We saw a lot of other things too!

We were hosted by some dear, new friends at Kodiak Baptist Mission. They are incredible folks. Check out their website to learn more about them.

Other than the travel (I don't really want to talk or write about it), the trip was absolutely positively amazing. Get ready. There are a lot of pictures in this post. I've separated them by day. 

Are you ready?

Here we go!

TRAVEL TO

After a false start that caused a full day delay in our trip, we made our way across the country, first, arriving in beautiful Anchorage. 

Our delay enabled us to take a quick side trip to visit one of Winston-Salem's greatests - Katherine Bell!

She and her husband Klaus introduced us to the best pizza ever - Moose's Tooth!

Thank you Katherine!

The next morning, we took the quick trip over to Kodiak Island

DAY 1  - Arrive, Animals, Woody Island, White Sands Beach and Settling In

Kodiak Baptist Mission, in addition to being an outdoor school and preschool and afterschool program, is also a working farm! They are the only certified goat dairy farm in Alaska. We were able to sample the goat ice cream - yum!

Luke was able to fulfill a childhood dream and feed goats!

Wil got to be first mate on our excursion to Woody Island.

There are no bears on Woody Island, so there are cows and horses!

It is also home to the biggest hammock I have ever seen

After dinner we went to white sands beach. Most beaches are black sand because of Kodiak is made of volcanic rock. 

Jamo took a dip

 

This is the view from Kodiak Baptist Mission!

DAY 2 - Work Day, Bear "Hunting", and Creek Hike

We spent most of the day working around the farm. Three of us weed-wached every blade of grass we could find.

Others resurfaced all the horse stalls

After dinner, we went hunting for bear - we actually saw one on some salt flats. Super cool. Then, we went hiking up a creek into this other-worldly slot canyon.

This photo was taken at 11pm!

DAY 3 - Work, Fossil Beach, Cliffs, Surfers Beach Baptism, Horses, and Affirmation

We spent the morning moving dirt

They moved us around

To move more dirt

After lunch, we traveled to Fossil Beach to explore and climb cliffs and search for fossils

The biggest eagle's nest I have ever seen

Ismael actually found a fossil!

Afterward, we went to Surfer's Beach where Molly got baptized!

It was the coldest baptism I have ever performed, but it still worked!

It was a special day for Molly because after dinner we went horseback riding!

DAY 4 - Work, Abercrombie State Park, Whale and Orca Sighting and Sweet Time Together

We got to love on some kiddos in the morning

And scoop poop

After lunch, we went to Abercrombie State Park to explore and climb cliffs and look for whales (we saw Fin Whales and Orcas!)

DAY 5 - Work, Sushi, Three Sisters, Mission Statements and Ending Well

A group of us hiked Three Sisters Mountain. It was a cloudy windy day - more Kodiak Island like from what we here. 

This is what the mountain looks like in the sun

This is what the mountain looked like for us!

Can't quite capture how windy it was

But we made it!

HOME AGAIN

We had a long long long trip home too. Here we are sleeping in a park in Anchorage

But finally we made it

MORE PHOTOS

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love, y'all

May Update

 WOW!

I don't know about your May, but the Fellow's May was Crazy!

There was much sweetness, some of it bittersweet, as we wrapped up Round Tables, Leader Lunches, Service, and Classes.

May 12, we had our end of year Celebration - truly a highlight of the year. 

On May 14, we headed on our end of year Mission Trip to Alaska! We will tackle Alaska over the next few weeks. 

This Update will focus on the last few weeks of the program!

ROUND TABLES

Thanks to the Askews, Trollingers, and Ericksons for hosting us for Round Tables! 

We were able to take advantage of the time together to celebrate a few Fellows bithdays as well as prepare for our Mission Trip!

Grateful to be outside once again!

LEADER LUNCHES

We had two of our very best Round Tables to finish up the year. Above, we were hosted by Keith Vest of the Variable. 

Below, we had Joshua Swift over to the Fellows House for a great afternoon lunch. My favorite part are conversations after lunch!

We also had a great lunch by committee at the Baird Group!

CLASS

We finished strong with classes with Nigel Alston (always a fan favorite) and Steve Angle who mesmerized us with Scripture and stories!

Thank you guys for using your gifts for us!

GRADUATION CELEBRATION

Oh what a night! 

It was beautiful weather and beautiful people and beautiful blessings spoken over each one of our incredible Fellows. 

Our year end celebration really is one of those little windows into heaven!

Thank you Board for your work putting this event together. 

And thank you employers, mentors, family friends, Bible study leaders, community volunteers, special friends, and families! for making this event so special.

SERVICE

We also wrapped up community service for the year both on the neighborhood front and with the sweet children at Crossnore! 

A special shout out to Ashlyn and Jamo who faithfully served despite having their church dissolve halfway through the year! I'm so proud of the two of them. 

Face painting, 9 Square and fun at Crossnore with the kids!

NATIONAL CONFERENCE

It was fast and furious, but the Winston-Salem Fellows took our nation's capital by storm at the end of April for the National Fellows Conference. 

Doing some DC shopping!

TRIPP'S HERO

This was a no-brainer for all of us - but Sarah Angle our 2022 graduate was award the first ever Tripp's Hero award for her service to the community. 

We could not be more proud of Sarah. Well done good and faithful servant!

RECRUITING

We are looking for a few more fine Fellows to join our class for 2022-23. 

If you know of a recent college graduate who would benefit from a year of professional and personal development, please connect us to them. 

email their contact to winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com today!

or send them to our website where they can apply: wsfellows.com

GIVE

We need your support!

Please consider donating to this mission today!

Go ONLINE to wsfellows.com/give

Or write a check to 

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

Winston-Salem, NC 27120

All donations are tax deductible! 

Thanks!!!!

GREAT TO BE BACK



Well, sometimes good things do come back around. 

I am humbled and over-the-top excited to back, serving as Co-Director of the Winston-Salem Fellows. 

I am confident our best years are ahead for us! Thank you to the Board, the Fellows World, and Hef for welcoming me back with open arms. 


MORE TO COME!

Stay Tuned! We have some AMAZING PHOTOS and stories from our Alaska Trip coming your way!

MORE PHOTOS

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love, friends!

April Update

April Update

Although these Fellows are about to graduate, we want to show you all what we were up to this past month. The Spring has a way of being packed full and also, flying by too quick. We have much to celebrate! 

Round Table

As the weather has started to warm up, we've been able to eat outside quite a bit and we are loving it! Our gracious hosts this month were: David + Shannon Rainey, Peter + Cyndy Barnes, Nancy + Rich Keshian, and Deanne + Jeff Trollinger. 

The Rainey's back porch is one of the Fellow's favorite spots to be!

Peter joined Ned leading us in worship.

Miracle Heights Adventure

One of the many perks of living on the Crossnore campus is we are just a short walk to their Miracle Heights Adventure Course. They are open to the public so be sure to check out them out!

Eggstravaganza!

Although Covid has prevented us from doing more events with our neighbors here at Crossnore, we were excited to get back together for fun and games. Even though we planned this event for the children, I think we had just as much fun. 

It was a windy day for egg dying but we made it work! 

Can you see the smashed egg running down? Lots of smashed eggs for the Fellows!

Our artist, Elisabeth, taking egg dying to the next level! 

Egg relay!

More egg smashing!

Krishauna, we appreciate your partnership and all you do to serve the children here!

Easter

During this weekend of celebration, the Fellows found many ways to celebrate!

Louise's mom, Jen, came to town and they had some special time with Sarah and her mom, Laura. 

The Fellows always love celebrating with good food! 

The Snow family hosted an adult Easter egg hunt! 

Three Lukes! 

The Ericksons and Wittenbergs are long-time family friends!

Louise's brother, Luke, enjoyed time at the Fellows house. 

Sunrise service

Easter lunch at the Turner's with current Fellows and Alumni!

Easter bash at Owen's! 

Leader Lunch

We had another month with an all-star lineup. We had the honor of being with Gary Gunderson, Jay Helvey, Stephen Edwards + Beau Burns, and Keith Vest. 

Since we met Gary at the Bailey Power Plant several of us decided to grab coffee on this beautiful Spring day!

David Barksdale also joined us for Jay's lunch. So fun! 

Classes

This month, we wrapped up communication skills with Frank McNair.  We've also had Nigel Alston lead us is Dale Carnegie Leadership classes. Jeff Trollinger was with us for a couple weeks discussing Finances 101, and Steve Angle joined us for our last two classes of the year!

Team work

Celebrations

We had so much to celebrate this past month: birthdays, awards, new jobs, and proposal!!

Happy Birthday Ismael!

Sarah's birthday is this summer, but we surprised her with an early celebration. 

Look at that cake! 

Sarah was awarded a "Tripp's Hero" award for the kindness she exudes every day. We cannot think of anymore more fitting for this award. And, how special this is to her as Tripp was one of her heroes. 

They are engaged!!! Caroline Wolfe and Garrett Briggs are engaged and we are over the moon excited for them! Garrett was a Fellow several years ago and Caroline was a Fellow last year.  

This is a picture I took awhile ago at a birthday celebration for Caroline. You can't see her in this picture but as Ned is giving the toast, look at how Garrett looks at her! The sweetest! 

 

Caleb will be joining the Baird team this summer! 

Sydney will be furthering her dream of working in the hospitality industry as she starts her new job at Riverbirch this summer! 

Put me in, Coach!

Wil has been working at FCDS this year (and will continue to next year).  One of his favorite parts of the job has been the opportunity to coach Lacrosse. Go Furies! 

Sorry Coach, my girls were more interested in playing with their Fellow friends than watching the game. 

National Conference

For the first time since 2019, the Fellows were able to gather in Washington DC for the national Fellows conference hosted by The Fellows Initiative. During this time, all Fellows programs from across the country gather together. 

Roadtrip!

Mallory and Miranda connected in DC a little early to do some exploring. 

Not a bad stop for a morning run.

Sydney's parents hosted the Fellows for lunch on their way back! 

A new way of reading, I guess? 

Out and About

The Fellows have been trying to soak up their last few weeks together by enjoying some of their favorite spots around town. 

Caroline and Louise ran a half marathon together!

Best burger in town?

Celebrating Jen Sanders birthday!

Feeding the llamas in a unique way.

Recruitment

Jamo and Sarah think you should consider being a Winston-Salem Fellow. We still have a few spots left for our 2022-2023! You can apply on our website: wsfellows.com.

Giving

We are incredibly grateful for the many supporters of this program. If you are interested in making a donation, please visit our website: wsfellows.com/give

Looking Ahead

In next month's update we will have graduation, our mission trip to Alaska, and much more. Stay tuned! For now, I will leave you with this photo dump:

March Update

March Update

This past month we had the honor of celebrating AJ + Bailey Britton! These two lovebirds were Fellows last year. It is hard to believe that we are close to wrapping up another year of Fellows. 

Round Table

We've had a great month of Round Table hosts. What a gift it is to share a meal with generous people in our community each week. This month we were with Rob + Meryl Snow, Rosalyn + Anna Otto, Kip + Erica Zimmerman, and Tim + Deborah Gardner. 

This group of Fellows is sure to love any dog we come into contact with!

Round Table at the Zimmerman's farm was fun for all. 

Great discussion had at the Gardner's and we were so fortunate to be joined by Caleb's mom, Karen!

Birthdays

We had several birthday celebrations this month. First, we celebrated Jamo! 

We got to celebrate Caroline too since her and Jamo are two out of the three Filston triplets!

Happy Birthday Luke! 

Bryn always throws a fun birthday party for herself!

Silent Retreat

Shannon Rainey led us on a day of solitude on the beautiful property of Don + Robin Flow. What an incredible day to get away, rest, and recharge. 

We wrapped up our day with dinner on the porch. 

Leader Lunch

I was so excited to introduce the Fellows to one of my dearest friends, Ashley Wechter. 

Bo Brookby is a great friend of the Fellows and already has a great relationship with the Fellows from First Pres. 

This was David Barkdale's first time speaking to the Fellows and he was engaging, energetic, and inspiring! 

Melissa Parker is always a favorite of the Fellows as she shares and leads with vulnerability. Each week we are reminded of the remarkable men and women in our city, and we are fortunate get time with them. 

Spring Fling

Dr. Meryl Snow invited the ladies to Davidson Medical Ministries Spring Fling. We love the Snow family!

Classes

If you look very closely at the computer, you will see Nigel Alston. Once again, Nigel is leading us through Dale Carnegie leadership courses.

Martha Metzler taught us on reframing and owning our stories. 

Frank McNair has led a couple classes on interview and communication skills. 

AJ + Bailey's wedding

Look how excited they are!

Fellows alumni traveled far to celebrate. 

I sure do miss these ladies!

On the go

The Fellows enjoy finding ways to spend their time all around Winston. Go Deacs!

Sunny days call for lunch at Bailey Park.

Sunset picnics on the farm!

Miranda's parents came to town and cooked an incredible Peruvian dinner!

We love Lavender + Honey cinnamon rolls!

Sydney made homemade pasta!

Bieber fever

Tense game

Silent Disco

Don't you sit on the fridge at your house?

Recruitment

Caleb thinks you should consider becoming a Winston-Salem Fellows next year! We are still accepting applications for next year and you can apply at wsfellows.com. 

Financial Support

We are so grateful for the support of our community and could not do this without you. If you would like to support the Fellows with a tax deductible donation, you can mail your gift to:

Winston-Salem Fellows

P.O. Box 20514

Winston-Salem, NC 27120

or give online at:

wsfellows.com/give

Thank you! 

Looking Ahead

We are officially heading to Kodiak Island, Alaska for our Mission Trip in May. More details on that to come soon! This month we will be preparing for both that and for graduation. 

We have a couple events planned with our Crossnore community as well as another all-star lineup of speakers. In addition, we hope to be interviewing for the new Co-Director position. So many exciting things ahead, so stay tuned! 

Photo Dump

February 2022 Update

February Update

Above is a picture from our Super Bowl party. There was even more fun had in the shortest month of the year, and here's a peak of what we were up to.

Round Table

We did not do a great job of taking pictures at Round Table this month. I guess we were having too good of a time enjoying the company.  This month we were hosted by JT + Betsy Turner (pictures above and below), Fellows Alumni at the Hawthorne House, Davis + Hannah Mauney, and Chris + Virginia Perry. 

What a joy to celebrate Molly Dwyer. Yes, we jokingly gave her a jar of mayonnaise for her birthday, but don't worry, we followed up with a delicious ice cream cake!  

I believe this is Caleb acting like a dog on the dog bed, and Luke scratching his belly? Ha!

I guess it was a cream sweater day while we enjoyed having Round Table with the Hawthorne girls. 

Don't let her face fool you, Elisabeth was enjoying RT at the Fellow's House with Davis Mauney.

There is always rich conversation around the Perry's table. 

 

Valentine's Day

The Fellows enjoyed celebrating the day of love on several occasions. Miranda's Family Friends, the Nicholsons, hosted a Valentine's party that several Fellows participated in. Sydney led the charge on Galentine's, and of course, what says I love you like heart-shaped Chic-Fil-A biscuits? 

I'm not sure how the guys got into the Galentine's party, but maybe they were security? 

Exploring the City

Each year, the Fellows figure out what it means to make Winston their own. Their exploration and admiration of the city always encourages me search for the many hidden gems in our amazing community. 

Checking out Winston's newest ice cream spot!

Local winery!

A little wind didn't hold these gals back from getting some delicious iced coffee!

Ashyn took Kevin around Waughtown where she's been invested in ministry this year. 

Alumni

We got to celebrate AJ + Bailey who are getting married next month! They were both Fellows last year. 

Spikeball!

After Bailey + AJ's shower, several of us ended up at West End Opera House to play darts. Some of us have some practicing to do!

Here is Ned showing off the next couple we get to celebrate: Hayes + Haley. 

Leader Lunch

We started off the month having Leader Lunch with Andrew Applegate. Andrew is a long-time friend of the Fellows and always has great nuggets of wisdom to share. 

Here we are with Daniel Johnson. Daniel shared some real practical tips with the Fellows. And a bonus, Daniel and his family, are family friends for Ismael. 

Pastor Alan Wright from Reynolda Presbyterian spent two Wednesdays teaching us about blessing and shame. These were a bit more like class compared our typical Leader Lunch, but we thoroughly enjoyed getting to learn from him! 

Enjoying the Outdoors

The cold temperatures can't keep these Fellows inside; although, they have taken full advantage of any glimpse of warmer weather. 

And when it's too cold outside, why not sunbathe in my living room? Ha!

This month, the Fellows helped our neighbors at Crossnore spread mulch for their Miracle Heights Adventure Course. Stay tuned for when we get to do the course ourselves! 

There was a lot of mulch. 

Recruitment

These three think you should consider being a Winston-Salem Fellow. We're still recruiting for class of 2023. If you, or someone you know, is interested, go to wsfellows.com to apply.

Financial Support

We are so grateful for the support of our community and could not do this without you. If you would like to support the Fellows with a tax deductible donation, you can mail your gift to:

Winston-Salem Fellows

P.O. Box 20514

Winston-Salem, NC 27120

or give online at:

wsfellows.com/give

Thank you! 

Looking Ahead

This month we hope to finalize our decision for our mission trip in May. This will be the first time in a couple years that we've been able to do this; we're excited! 

We have some birthdays to celebrate this month, a day of solitude planned, a great line-up of speakers, and so much more! 

Photo Dump

Elisabeth was very into the Super Bowl and in general, all sports, obviously. 

Sydney made us all Valentine cards, and this was the image she used. 

Drew + Ellie Holcomb concert!

The Snow Family organized a fry-off to find the best fries in Winston-Salem. Yum!

 

Update January 31

Ski Trip!

Last weekend, many of the Fellows flew out to Breckenridge. By the looks of the pictures, I think it's safe to say they had a pretty good time. 

Home Cooked Meal

The Fellows had a delicious pasta night at the Love Out Loud Yadkin House. If you haven't heard of this place and are local, check it out! 

Happy Birthday, Miranda! 

We had the joy of celebrating Miranda's Birthday last week at Round Table. Then, she was able to celebrate with some of the Fellows at her Family Friend's, the Nicholsons.  We sure do love this woman!

The birthday girl doesn't have to go far to get her hair done.

Celebrating Anthony

Dr. Anthony Jones is a dear friend of the Fellows. He taught a class on Beloved Community in the Fall and serves on our Board of Directors. This past Sunday was Anthony's last Sunday serving as pastor at United Cornerstone Baptist Church.  We are excited to see what's ahead for him! 

Leader Lunch

Frank McNair led our Leader Lunch a couple weeks ago. You know one is engaging with the Fellows when they ask if he can come back before he's even finished. Frank is also Wil's mentor. We are so thankful for him! 

While the rest of the Fellows were headed to Colorado, we had a yummy lunch at River Birch during our normal Leader Lunch slot last week.

Alumni in town

Tori stopped by while traveling to Charlotte. We sure do miss her! 

I'm not really sure what's happening here but looks like Ned and Trent had a good time.

Recruitment

We are thrilled to announce that Wyatt Hill is our newest addition to the class of 2022-2023 class of Winston-Salem Fellows. Wyatt grew up in Atlanta but is currently living in South Carolina. Can't wait for next year, Wyatt!

If you, or someone you know, is interested in joining Wyatt next year, you can apply now on our website: wsfellows.com 

Colorado

Many of the Fellows took a trip to Colorado last week to hit the slopes. Looks like they found some cozy coffee shops too!

Is it just me or should this be a Christmas card?

Not everyone decided to ski. A couple folks decided to have some R&R :) 

Next Month

This month we will continue class with Rob Alexander on Gospel-centered work and Ned will continue teaching on Life Vision Statements. We have some all-start Leader Lunch speakers lined up. In addition, the interviewing process will continue. 

Most likely we're going to start doing the update monthly, so stay tuned! Thank you for your support!

Photo Dump

Our friend Kim at Crossnore sent the Fellows a gift card for pizza. 

 

Update - January 18

Let it snow!

This week we came home from the beach to enjoy a winter wonderland here in Winston-Salem. What an incredible week for the Fellows!

Round Table

Tim and Deborah Gardner hosted us in their beautiful home and we enjoyed a delicious taco bar! The Fellows truly enjoy getting to me various folks in our community and having a home cooked meal, and this week was no exception. 

Leader Lunch

We had the privilege of meeting with some of the executive team from Inmar. They each shared candidly about their professional careers, faith, and much more. Even though we weren't able to be with them in person, we were grateful to have the opportunity to meet with them. 

The Fellows surprised me with some yummy treats for my birthday. Crazy to think I keep turning 25 ;) 

Testimony Advance

Each year, we set aside a long weekend to get away and share our stories with one another. As Ned often says, our deepest desire is to be fully known and fully loved. Yet, most of us think if we are fully known then we won't be fully loved. However, we disproved this false assumption as we can all confidently say we love each other even more deeply after this time together. What a privilege to share life with these incredible people! 

Appropriate mug choice for Wil

Polar bear plunge!

Luke, a man who is always prepared as he traveled with his trusty apron.

We found Winston-Salem at the beach!

Miranda's breakfast always looks delicious and it's rare to find these two without an iced coffee in hand. 

We divided up in teams each night to cook dinner andeach meal was quite delicious!

Unfortunately, Delaney wasn't feeling well and had to Zoom in for part of the weekend. Thankfully, she's feeling all better now! 

Ashlyn stood strong and Sarah was her fierce protector. 

We planned to stay at the beach until Monday. However, with the pending snow/ice we decided to come back Saturday night.  We woke up Sunday to a winter wonderland in Winston. As you can see, the Fellows still had a great time. 

Snow Days

Between sledding and hot chocolate breaks, everyone finished sharing their stories. Unfortunately, Ned and I had to join over Zoom. 

They had to improvise because we didn't have any sleds. 

Roads were a bit dicey, but they worked together and figured it out!

Can you tell he went to App?

Week Ahead

Most of the Fellows are heading back to work today. Leader Lunch is set to be with Frank McNair this week and we will have our first classes of the semester on Friday. 

Recruitment

Ashlyn and Mallory want you to consider being a Winston-Salem Fellow! Visit our website winstonsalemfellows.com for more information.

We have several interviews in next couple of weeks.

Photo Dump

Until next week, you can enjoy the rest of these photos:

Update - January 10

Saturday Afternoon with the Snow Family 

Rob and Meryl Snow are Caleb's Family Friends. They invited Caleb and any other Fellows to meet them at West Bend winery for live music.

Easing Back In

There aren't many pictures from the past week since the Fellows have been back. I guess we've been too busy enjoying one another!  We purposefully had a slower week as we transition back into our typical schedule. We had Round Table at the Fellows house and didn't have Leader Lunch.  

Sydney and Sarah are starting the year off right with regular walks around the beautiful Crossnore property. 

Good to be home!

Catching up over lunch! 

Working from home

Hard at Work

Ashlyn has stayed busy since returning after the holidays. She works at FastMed and is helping keep us all healthy!

Ismael volunteered at the Novant Vaccine Clinic. The Fellows are passionate about doing their part! 

Alumni

One of our favorite parts about this season is the opportunity to catch up with Fellow Alum who are in town. 

Jackson and Ned going for a hike!

A lunch out with these girls is sure to incorporate a lot of laughs. 

Happy Birthday Brianne! We had a night to celebrate the wonderful Brianne. I can't believe we don't have more pictures from this night. We had a blast celebrating Brianne and catching up with several other alumni. 

Recruitment Update

We have exciting news to announce: Meg Mitchell will be joining the 2022-2023 class of Winston-Salem Fellows! Here she is with Lanie Ehlinger who is a dear friend of the Fellows.  Lanie has been praying for Meg long before she thought of becoming a Fellow. Meg, we're excited about you and can't wait for you to be here!

We are starting to fill up, so if you or someone you know is interested in applying visit our website: visit our website: wsfellows.org. 

Movie In the Making

Jamo, our resident filmmaker, spent the weekend filming a short film he conceptualized. Looks like some of the Fellows had the start to their acting career. Can't wait to see this come together!

This Week

We are back to our regular schedule this week. Round Table with Tim + Deborah Gardner and Leader Lunch with Inmar. On Thursday we live for our Testimony Advance.  Pray for us, it's going to be an incredible weekend!

Photo Dump

Update December 20

Merry Christmas from the Winston-Salem Fellows! 

This past week we did a lot of celebrating as we wrap up 2021. Hope you enjoy this photo-filled update!

Round Table + Christmas Party

We were so fortunate to be in the beautiful home of Tim + Julie Gupton for our Christmas Party. We felt as though we were in a Christmas magazine; it was stunning! In addition to a wonderful meal we played a different version of white elephant, where there are no rules, and several competitions to "steal" gifts.  To say we had fun would be an understatement. 

Not only was the Gupton's home a Christmas dream, they had three of the sweetest dogs that we could not get enough of, as you will see. 

Ashlyn + Elisabeth going head to head in a puzzle scramble. 

Poor Elisabeth had to fight hard for her Target gift card, here she is going head to head with Wil with streamer pinwheels. 

Mallory + Wil battle in math farkle. 

Jamo and Wil had a tough time with leg wrestling. 

Bunkbed...

Baby...

Backpack!

These two cannot stop laughing long enough to take a picture. 

This is Mallory Bryan in her happy place!

Can you tell they loved the dogs?

A little dog therapy made everyone's night. 

Leader Lunch

We were welcomed into another beautiful home for Leader Lunch, the Parkers! Bryan and Tina Parker shared their stories of faith, owning a business, starting a non-profit, and so much more! 

Dream Job

Sweet Sarah has waited ever so patiently for this day.  Last week she was able to start her dream job as a Child Life Specialist at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Way to go Sarah!

Class

During our last class time of 2021, the Fellows presented their group projects for our Beloved Community class with Dr. Anthony Jones. Then, we finished up the morning with a Moravian Lovefeast. What a day!

Sarah and Wil participated in a demonstration from Group 1. 

Christmas Party 

Fellows Alumni hosted a fancy Christmas Party and invited all of the Fellows from this year. I think it's safe to say that everyone enjoyed the chance to dress up for an evening. 

Luke and his fiancé, Montana. 

The Hawthorne Girls!

Shoe swap!

Christmas for the City

A Fellow's tradition is serving with Love out Loud's Christmas for the City.  We are honored to participate in this incredible event that serves our entire community. As the pictures indicate, we had a great time!

Jamo used his talents and assisted with photography and videography. 

Snowball fight in the teen room.

Some of the Fellows got to serve alongside Redeemer youth and Blake Hill!

The kids got Caleb!

Santa's helpers

Fellows Alum, JM Dixon surprised us. He worked for Love out Loud when he was a Fellow and still connects with them when he's in town. 

Luke and Ismael helping guests as they arrived. 

Elisabeth painted some of her incredible artwork!

Move over Santa, Queen Sydney is here!

Candlelight vigil to end the event.

We finished the evening with hot cocoa, popcorn, and Elf at the Turner house. What a day!

Waughtown

For the past couple years, some of the Fellows have participated in ministry with neighborhood kids in Waughtown. Typically the game of choice is kickball, but they've gotten creative as the days are shorter and colder this time of year. Last week, they surprised the kids with these fun sweatshirts for Christmas. 

Recruitment

Our Admissions Team has been hard at work the past couple of weeks with interviews. We are already so excited about next year and the incredible applicants we've had thus far. 

If you or someone you know is still interested, there's still time to apply! You can find out more at: wsfellows.com

Giving

We're always grateful for the financial support of others who make this possible and we would be honored if you considered us in your end of year giving. You can mail checks to:

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

Winston-Salem, NC 27120

or you can give online at: wsfellows.com/give

A note from the Acting Director

During interviews and conversations with applicants, I am often asked "What makes the Winston-Salem program unique?" Then, I have the honor and privilege to talk about all of you.  The churches, mentors, family friends, board members, Bible Study leaders, Leader Lunch speakers, and various community members that invest in the lives of the Fellows. Over the course of their year, the Fellows come into contact with hundreds of people. All of these interactions equate to a year of learning, growing, and loving like most have yet to experience. So, thank you. Thank you for your time and partnership; it truly does take a village.

 On behalf of the Winston-Salem Fellows Board of Directors, we wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Photo Dump

This will be the last update of 2021, but there are plenty of pictures to enjoy until next year. 

Sydney made her last day in Winston this year count as she stood in line to be one of Bossy Beulah's first customers and won free chicken for a year!

Update- Dec 13

Happy Birthday Wil!

Last week we celebrated Wil for this birthday. No cake for this guy, he would prefer buffalo chicken dip. 

Round Table

Wearing our matching Christmas pajamas to Dudley and Julie Bell's felt like were home for Christmas. We don't typically wear matching pajamas to Round Table, but we were trying to get a picture for our Christmas card.  You may find a sneak peek below!

Thanks to Jamo for bringing all of his photography equipment to ensure we got a good photo.

Leader Lunch

We had the privilege of being with Joanna Lyall.  She shared several nuggets of wisdom, she's incredible! We are so thankful that Joanna also serves on our Board. 

Here and There

A windy lunch downtown and a celebration that Mallory is back in town!

This is right after we got the call that Sarah starts her dream job on Monday! Woohoo!

Caleb went with a couple coworkers to decorate Christmas ornaments. 

Fellows alum are getting ready for Christmas!

Making lots of granola for some special folks!

Bring your dog to work day, which happens often for Hef. 

Happy Birthday Wil!

Pure joy with these two!

Elisabeth brings out the inner artist in all of us.

After a long few months, the Turners are finally back in their house! Sydney was so gracious to give up most of her Saturday to help. Takeout to celebrate!

Christmas Cookie Decorating

Friday night we had the privilege of decorating cookies with our neighbors at Crossnore. 

As we waited to get inside, Jamo took a little nap. 

Of course, we got to make cookies too!

Recruitment Update

Clearly, we have a lot of fun here in Winston, so come be a Fellow! This is a big week of interviews and next year is looking very promising. If you're interested in applying, visit our website: wsfellows.org. 

Giving

'Tis the season of giving! Sarah and Sydney would love for you to consider giving to the Winston-Salem Fellows for an end of year gift. You can mail checks to: 

Winston-Salem Fellows
PO Box 20514
WSNC 27120

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This Week

This is the last week Fellows are in town before they leave for Christmas break.  It is packed with so much goodness that we can't wait to share with you next week. In the meantime, here are more pictures for your enjoyment: