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

MORE PHOTOS

 

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

MORE PHOTOS

thanks all!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love...

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

MORE PHOTOS

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

More Photos 

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...

More Photos

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!!!!

More Pics

Thanks all!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

 

UPDATE Week of Sept 18

Round Table with Alums and Celebrating Palmer

Lots of fun had at Emi, Lucy and Molly's house on Monday. A great dinner. An even better dessert. Wonderful worship. And our first birthday celebration of the year...Palmer!

Board Social and Meeting

Tuesday's board meeting was festive. We do a Fellows/Board meet and greet prior to the meeting. It was such a fun time watching these great members of the community connect with our new arrivals.

Leader Lunch with Lanie

Lanie did not disappoint. She brought the heat and the props to support it. When I think of Kingdom leaders - this lady is near the top. What a gift to know her! And what a gift to share her with the Fellows. Thanks Lanie!

Professional Development with Ann, Frank and Tiffany

Speaking of great gifts. I often say we have an embarrassment of talent here in Winston-Salem. That was on full display Thursday and Friday as we spent two days with Ann Powers, Frank McNair and Tiffany Thompson.

This powerhouse trio did an amazing job with our Fellows. 

The highlight was a song rite experience led by Tiffany Thompson. The entire exercise was fabulous - and the song we wrote was top 40 worthy. 

Thank you Ann, Frank and Tiffany!

An added bonus was that we got to spend the time with our friends in the Greensboro Fellows. Led by JD and Maddison - this group was super cool to meet!

On the Job

Gracie showed off her new office space. It has a great view!

Stephanie and Palmer enjoyed petting the company dog. 

On the Farm

We said good-bye to our friend Annie this week. She was a gift to Crossnore from President Clinton of all people. We love you Annie!

At the Church

First Presbyterian prayed for their Fellows at church this Sunday

Fellows flocked to Redeemer for a festivus

Oktoberfest

It was Oktoberfest in Winston-Salem. The Fellows made the rounds.

Celebrating Sydney and Caleb

We had some alum birthdays as well...

Sydney above and Caleb below.

Recruiting

It is hard to believe but recruiting season has begun. We received our first application for NEXT YEAR this week. Interviews begin soon.

If you are connected to a graduating college student or recent college graduate - please let them know about the Fellows. 

To learn more about the Fellows here is a link to an interview that aired yesterday on WBFJ

https://soundcloud.com/user-160165404/winston-salem-fellows-program

Give

We need all the support we can get!

Please send donations to 

Winston-Salem Fellows

PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or send gifts online by clicking

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Thank you!

Looking Forward

Monday: Round Table at the Whitworths

Tuesday: Prayer and Love Out Loud

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with Nigel and Bible Study

Thursday: Meetings meetings meetings

Friday: Rest Day for the Fellows

More Photos

Thanks!

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

 

UPDATE Week of September 11

These Fellows shine so bright

Labor Day Round Table

We invited Fellows Alums to join us for a special Labor Day Potluck Fellows Round Table

It was so fun to see 40 plus folks join us for a great night of laughter and story

The dogs were particularly happy

The festivities went well into the evening.

A tradition that is growing every year!

Leader Lunch

We had THE BEST time with John Bost in his cabin in Clemmons. John as usual brought his rare gift of storytelling. A particular highlight this year was his wife LaDonna. She dropped by then went on to steal the show! What a dynamic duo. Thank you John!

Salem tour

Ginny Tobiason, the Pastor at Home Moravian Church and one of the most well researched archivists of Salem history, gave us a great morning of sharing the stories behind the sights of Salem.

I need to record her and let everybody hear what she has to say. 

We stand on the prayers of many many people. We were called here to continue the chain for generations to come...

Palmer's Bday

Palmer's Bday was Saturday! The Fellows had a fun time taking him out to the Latino Festival and then back to the house for a game night!

Latino Festival

The Latino Festival is such a fiesta!

It sticks to you

Lia is a major celebrity there! It was so fun for me to be the husband of such a famous person.

Bible Study

I dropped by church on Sunday to see Marley Cait leading a Bible Study with gals.

Rope Swing

The Fellows decided to construct a rope swing at Crossnore!

It's in process. 

Julia Graduates!

Year one Fellow Julia Lovett Schaffner finally finished her MBA in Nonprofit Management. Now we just need to get these folks back here so she can take our job!

Raiders Win

Anna Rose led the team to a sudden death victory over rival West on Thursday.

Recruiting

Ned hit the airwaves to tell the Fellows story. Thanks WBFJ

Giving

Faithful supporters Jim and Mel Koewing have been on the Fellows Bandwagon since the beginning. That's what aunts and uncles are for I guess!

But you don't need to be a blood relative to give!

You, too, can join the Fellows Bandwagon.

Send checks to PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or give on line at

https://www.wsfellows.com/

Looking Forward

Monday: Round Table at Girls House 2

Tuesday: Prayer

Wedensday: Leader Lunch with Lanie Ehlinger

Thursday and Friday: Professional Development with Greensboro Fellows

More Photos

Keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

 

UPDATE Week of September 4

And We're Off

The Fellows are off and running. Week one was big on community building and getting our feet underneath us.

Community

We had so much fun cheering on the Deacs at the first football game of the season. Thank you to those who gifted us your tickets!

First Days

This week was also week one of work. Always smart to start off with a hearty breakfast.

Dharma is enjoying her view from the 8th Floor of 500 West. Jacob is photobombing!

The kids reluctantly posed for their first day as well

Freedom Ride

The meatiest and most significant part of the week was going on a Freedom Ride. 

Terrance Hawkins led the way in only the way he knows how. 

It was so helpful to hear the story of this city from the mouth of the lion instead of the hunter. 

Couldn't have asked for a better way to spend a Friday morning. 

Pickleball

Noah taught pickleball all summer so he is our resident pro around the house

We have hit the courts multiple times throughout the week. 

Including about 20 of us on Friday evening! 

Spikeball

Spikeball has also been a fun way to enjoy the last few weeks of summer. 

Ned is still learning the rules it appears

As is Haley...

Hanging Rock

Some Fellows Alums took several Fellows to one of our favorite spots on Saturday. 

Two thumbs up from Marley Cate

Needs

We are still trying to land a few jobs for a few Fellows.

25-28 hours a week. 

Opportunities for hard-working, servant-hearted, delightful-to-be-around people...

Let us know.

winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Recruiting

We are already chatting with two folks for next year! We would LOVE to fill up fast next year. It would certainly save us some stress! Let us know if you know some planner-aheaders!

Giving

Speaking of alleviating stress. Giving to the Fellows is another great way to take the pressure off!

Send checks to PO Box 20514

WSNC 27120

or give online at

https://www.wsfellows.com/

A Look Ahead

Monday: Labor Day Party at the Ericksons with Fellows and Alums

Tuesday: Prayer and YMCA Literacy Kickoff Event

Wednesday: Leader Lunch with John Bost and Lot 63 Toast

Thursday: Lunch at WSSU and Work

Friday: Moravian History in Old Salem

to name a few highlights...

More Photos

UPDATE Week of Aug 28

THEY CAME!!!

I'm always a little bit surprised when the Fellows actually show up. What courageous faith to put their trust in us! I mean...wow! What an honor. What a privilege. What a responsibility!

 WELCOME!

Gracie. Our last Fellow in and her mom showed up ready to roll!

Will led the welcoming committee. 

ORIENTATION

Fellows Alums and Board Members came to share lunch and wisdom with the new group.

SCAVENGER HUNT

After lunch we sent the Fellows out for a Winston-Salem Scavenger Hunt. 

That night - they gave presentations!

Hilarious!

LAKE

The next day, we headed to Lake Norman for some time to grow together as a community. 

To have fun. 

And learn more about what we are going ourselves into. 

Some traditions continued...

And much bonding was had. 

WS OPEN

We were given the opportunity to watch the WS Open Finals. What a match!

OFF AND RUNNING

Day one at work!

GIVE

What better time to give than now!

We need your support. 

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

Or give online. Consider monthly!

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

RECRUITMENT

A retro recruitment update! 

Look who I saw last week. Year 3 Fellow - Chanice!

Oh! And Yes! We ARE recruiting for our 24-25 Class. 

Contact us at winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

A LOOK AHEAD

Monday: First Day of Work

Tuesday: Prayer and Job Interviews

Wednesday: Church Meetings

Thursday: Wake Football Game

Friday: Freedom Ride

MORE PHOTOS

UPDATE Week of August 21

Fellows Alums and Board Members worked for hours and hours to deep clean the Fellows House. 

Are You Ready?

Tomorrow morning at 9am, we will be embarking on an incredible journey with 12 new Fellows! This is one of the most exciting groups yet, with men and women from across the country from various backgrounds and stories. 

Are we ready?

No!

But we are expectant. And confident that God is going to show up again in unpredictable and unbelievable ways in all our lives.

Fellows News

This week we added our 12th Fellow!

Gracie Malcolm from Greenville, South Carolina (via Wofford College) will be completing our class for the year! We are over the moon with God's provision. Gracie is kind, caring, and a lot of fun! She will fit right in!

Welcome Gracie!

Fellows Needs

We are still landing a few jobs

a few mentors

and a few families!

If you are interested in filling one of these needs, please contact us today

Text (336) 413-4918

or email winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Ian actually started his job early!

End of Summer Fun and Shenanigans

We have had a lot of fun the last couple weeks: celebrating birthdays, playing pickleball, and serving the city in various capacities. 

School sports have also already begun!

Crazy!

And Hef and her family had the opportunity to spend a week's vacation in the Pacific Northwest! Fortunately, she decided to come back!

Give

What better time to give than at the beginning of the program year???

Send checks to 

WS Fellows. PO Box 20514. WSNC 27120

or give online at wsfellows.com/give

As always. Thanks!

We need your support!

Look Ahead

Monday: Arrival

Tuesday-Saturday: Orientation

Sunday: Church Installation

Monday: First Day of Work!

More Photos 

UPDATE Week of August 7

 SPEAKING TOUR

Ned had the opportunity to speak about the Fellows not once, not twice, but three times last week! First at the Rotary club of Kernersville. Second at Camp Hanes. And third at Camp Timberlake in Marion NC. 

Good times! Praying for fruit!

FAREWELLS

We said a few see you later for nows to Delaney Zizmer (heading to Orlando), Molly Dwyer (heading to the Queen City), and Callie Pierce (heading to Asheville). As hard as it is to say farewell, it excites me to think about the blessings we are sending and spreading through these amazing women. 

DELANEY AND MOLLY

We threw a surprise bash for Delaney and Molly (Ned almost accidentally ruined the surprise) but by grace the evening was saved. 

Truly, a great night was had by all. What a blessing to see the multiplication of friendships that have been created and fostered by these women!

We wish you both the best!

CALLIE

We sent Callie off to Physical Therapy School with a great night which included Callie Trivia and a Buzzfeed Survey. You will be missed around here Callie! but we couldn't be more proud and excited for you!

NEW BOARD MEMBERS

The Fellows Welcomed in 5 New Board Members

Lynn Barclay Brewer

Christian McConnon

Katie Whitworth

Steve Lineberger

Dana Nicholson

I know. I know. That's a powerhouse group right there. What an embarrassment of riches we have here in Winston-Salem! Welcome to the Board!

WELCOME TWO NEW FELLOWS!

Better late than never! You all have been praying. And God has delivered!

Welcome Haley Dyer of Colorado Springs and Azusa Pacific University. We are looking for a video, marketing and communications position for her. Help!

A little look behind the curtain!

WELCOME STEPHANIE SINGLETON

We are thrilled to welcome Stephanie Singleton, our first and hopefully not final (stay tuned!) graduate of Winston-Salem State! Stephanie is ready to roll. She is also a marketing and communications woman, interviewing this week!

MENTORS

If you are interested in being a mentor this year, please let us know!

FAMILY FRIENDS

Do you have the gift of hospitality? Welcome why don't you give it by being a Family Friend! Enjoy a meal a week with one of the funnest and finest people around. 

EMPLOYERS

We have several Fellows still looking for employment. If you are looking for young, energetic, hard-working folks to work for your company, please reach out to us today!

ned@wsfellows.com

(336) 413-4918

RECRUITMENT

We are looking to fill ONE MORE SPOT! If you know of someone who can fill it, send them our way today!

GIVING

We need your support! The Fellows program runs on community and so we need the community to pitch in and support us!

go to 

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

and give today! Thanks!

LOT 63

Lot 63 is coming together. Never as quickly as you hoped but coming all the same. We will soon be launching a GoFundMe Founders Club invitation. Stay tuned.

We just hired a former Fellows, Tent Hancock to be our General Manager!

Blood, sweat and tears...for real

VIATOR 500

It was party time at the Ramkat as we celebrated Viator's 500 months of life by bringing his brainchild the Viator 500 to life!

ANSWERED PRAYERS

Emily and Keith Davis invited us to pray with them to help Sharon from Kenya get a visa, against all odds, to America. Well - it happened! Go God!

LOOKING AHEAD

It is go time at the Fellows. We are searching high and low for mentors, jobs, and family friends. We are finalizing program dates, lining up speakers, raising money, and cleaning!!!

Yes, a lot of cleaning!

Please join in and help us make this year our best ever!

Thanks!

MORE PHOTOS

thanks all!

keep sharing the story and spreading the love!

UPDATE Week of July 24

It is our privilege to announce that Caleb Sounders is one of the luckiest guys in the world. Last weekend he proposed to Fellows Alum Caroline Rassenfoss and she said YES! Congratulations to the two of you! The Fellows Family continues to grow!

IN THE NEWS

What a surprise to see Lucy Lawrence (a recent alum) and new medical student on news feeds around the Atrium footprint this week!

MEG'S SEND OFF

On Saturday, we had a fun send off for our treasured friend Meg Mitchell as she heads off to Windy Gap to go on Property Staff for Young Life! What a God thing!

RECRUITING UPDATE

Delaney was one of our late additions a few rows back - and also one of our all-time great Fellows! It goes to show you that sometimes, God does save some of the best for last!

With that in mind - WE ARE STILL RECRUITING FOR THIS COMING YEAR!

Please join us in this endeavor. God is answering prayers! Last week we announced a new addition. This week, we have at least one maybe more interviews! 

So please! Connect us! We would love 1, 2, even 3 more Fellows this year!

email contacts to winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

or text (336) 413-4918

FAMILY FUN DAY 

We had the honor of taking part in Union Baptist's Family Day! What a blast!

Ned got to be one of Mr. Bill's Crew!

JOBS JOBS JOBS

This is what I call commitment. Kelsey, from Imprints showed up - literally - to the house - to talk about hiring a Fellow. Be like Kelsey and reach out if you are interested in hiring a Fellow today!

BEATING THE HEAT 

We got to be a part of the crew behind Beat The Heat as well. 

What a joy to watch these athletes in motion

Donnie Cowart won for the 7th time!

GOING BANANAS  

Thomas is demonstrating the proper technique of eating banana boats (Emi's favorite dessert!)

LOTUS FLOWERS 

If you haven't cruised down Reynolda Rd. recently - DO IT! The Lotus Flowers are in bloom. 

Lia and I went last night and hung out with about 20 new Cambodian Friends who came up from Charlotte just to see them. They even made us pose for a picture. Like pose!

YMCA 

We headed up to the YMCA camp for some Fellows recruitment recon.

GIVE 

We need your support!

Fellows are not exactly expensive, but they are not free!

please give today

GIVE HERE

MORE ENGAGEMENT 

MORE PHOTOS

Let's keep the good things flowing!

UPDATE Week of July 17

Lucy's big was celebrated with mentors and host families and actual families and fellows and former bosses! That's community!

WHITE COAT

We could not be more thrilled that the world is going to have another incredible doctor (and that Lucy will be in Winston-Salem for at least the next four years!)

BIG NEWS FOR CALLIE

Callie received some big news last week. After months of waiting, she finally has been accepted into Physical Therapy School!!!! Woo Hoo! 

God answers prayers y'all!

In one short month, Callie will be heading up the mountain to Asheville for the next couple years of training with Western Carolina! We could not be more excited and proud of you Callie! Well done!

PICKLE IS TAKING OVER WINSTON

Look at that form! The Fellows celebrated Callie with a Pickleball tourney! And dinner and dessert!

We are starting them early!

MOVING ON UP!

It has been such a fast summer. It has been great to have so many Fellows around and it is sad to see them go. 

RECRUITMENT

We are still in recruitment mode for the next fall. 

It is NOT TOO LATE to apply...but now is better than later!

Contact Ned or Hef this week

(336) 413-4918

winstonsalemfellows@gmail.com

Please! And at the very least PRAY!

GIVING

I had the chance to make some thank you deliveries this week to local friends who have contributed to the Fellows. Let's make your house our next stop!

GIVE TODAY

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

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

 

UPDATE Week of July 10

Meghan Beck is now Meghan Walker!

Weddings and White Coats!

We had some big happenings over the weekend. Meghan Beck (Class of '22) got married to college sweetheart (and basically our fourteenth Fellow for all the times he visited!) Ross Walker. The wedding and after party could not have been more hype. 

Meanwhile Lucy Lawrence donned her White Coat on Saturday morning as she begins her journey at Wake Forest Medical School. 

In other news, Fellows alums are moving out and moving in all around town. I received word yesterday that Christina Sandstedt (year 1 Fellow) ran into Riley Burress (year 4 Fellow)mat church in Washington DC over the weekend. 

Small world!

Speaking of small world. Here is Ned with Dr. Miranda Orr, professor and scientist studying Alzheimers who is from Saco, Montana (population 197). The night before in the same room I had dinner with Rocky Erickson, also from Saco, Montana! 

The Fourth

the Ericksons went on their annual trek to Columbus, Ohio for the 4th of July. The highlight, other than a power point party (so fun!) was getting to be some of the official judges for the floats in the parade!

The Ericksons actually made it back to Winston for the fireworks here! Whew! What a weekend!

A Visit From Patrick

Speaking of highlights! Ned had the chance to go for a walk with Year 2 Fellow, Patrick McCarthy. He is doing well in Louisville, Kentucky where he is teaching and preparing for Law School. 

A BIG Welcome to Clara!

Clara Whitman is a recent graduate from University of Virginia and now our most recent Fellow!

Our prayers are answered. Clara is incredible. Can't wait to introduce you all to her. Welcome!

Recruiting Update

speaking of prayers, keep them coming! We would love two more females for next year's class, which open the door to let in another male! Let's pray it into existence team! It's not too late. 

If someone comes to mind - please connect us. It never hurts to at least have a conversation. You can contact Ned via text (336) 413-4918

Giving Update

You may be receiving or have already received some emails about financially supporting the Fellows. It is because we REALLY NEED your support. 

Don't rest on the idea that someone else is going to do it. YOU BE THAT SOMEONE!

GIVE TODAY

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

Prayer Requests and Fellows Needs

Welcome to the new section in the update for Prayer and Needs. 

Prayer requests: 

- Rest and good health for Hef and her family and Ned and his family

- that Fellows alums would feel the peace of Christ

- for the many new jobs and new homes and new endeavors that Fellows are experiencing, that God would bless them, keep them, and make his face shine upon them as they go about his work in this world

- a museum job for Jacob

- a carpentry job for Palmer

- an agriculture job for Clara

- a ministry job for Noah

- an education job for Marley

- a child education field job for Dharma

- an engineering job for Will 

- wisdom for where we place fellows and connect them

- for mentors and families to say yes when we reach out to them

- for our planing

- for $50,000 of fundraising by this fall 

Lot 63

Speaking of fall - Lot 64 aka Project community is coming together. Stay tuned for a Go Fund Me! coming soon.

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Happy Birthday Anna Rose!

 

UPDATE Week of June 25% There!

Building a Sustainable Future Together

The Fellows Program was built for impact. Over the last seven years we have launched over 80 Fellows into the Marketplace where they are making a difference and multiplying what they learned during their Fellows Year. 

And we are only getting better. One way we want to do this is in the way we are funded. Did you know that if 225 people donated an average of $25 a month, we would be fully sustainable? It's true! For only $25 a month, you could help ensure that the Fellows Program is built to last.

We are 25% to our goal. Please help us get the rest of the way!

DONATE TODAY

Thanks!

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We still have a few more slots to fill for next year's class. If you or someone you know is interested in joining the Fellows, please connect us today!

Text Ned at (336) 413-4918

Summer Fun

Food truck Friday with Flatland Burgers

This young lady helped me with a rental... Guess who trained her? Fellows Grad: Greg McClinton! 

Summer Yum

Miss these guys already

Lot 63 Before and After!

Sampling Sparkling Table Wine

Jazmine at work!

Attending the Alzheimer's Association Event at Medoloni

Lots happening! Great to have Hef back from vacation. hi Ho Here we go!

UPDATE Week of June 19

Sum Sum Summertime

Hef and I are taking short holidays before we get back to it. In the meantime, a few things did happen... 

Owen and Michelle Got Married!

Another Fellows Love Story with a happy ending! What a way to kick off the summer with a killer celebration with this dynamic duo!

Lots of friends gathering to celebrate our friends! Congrats Owen and Michelle WOOD!

Field Days

Ned had the chance to participate in Field Days at Kimberly Park Elementary and Winston-Salem Prep as a part of a partnership with Beyond Sports and Piedmont Federal. Lots of fun!

Earlier this year I was meeting with Mia Parker, the volunteer coordinator at the school, who retired at the end of this school year. She told me that her last wish was to do a field day for the kids. I didn't forget! And on the last day of school, we pulled it off for her, and them! congrats Mia on a long career of service!

Bonfires

We gathered on Sunday to celebrate Sam Bishop who is off to Orlando for counseling school. We anticipate this will not be the last we see of this man. But it was a great moment to lift up a guy who has lifted up the rest of us. 

Vacations

Ned and fam headed south to Mexico for an adventure. Hef is headed east to the beach this week to soak in the sun...hopefully!

Beezzzness

My mentor (in more ways than one) and I spent Father's Day harvesting honey!

We grabbed some extra honey comb from one of my hives and will use this while we spin the rest. 

Recruiting

We have a few more sombreros to fill. While I was gone, we interviewed a great gal who we hope accepts. We are on the look out for three more. Please connect us! We also have another guy waiting in the wings, but will need to hold off until we balance out the genders. 

Giving

Now is definitely time to give. Please check out our new giving platform that is slick, safe and easy!

Click Here

Thanks. We are especially on the look out for monthly donors! 10, 25, 50 dollars a month goes a long way...choose your amount and become a sustainer today!

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

 

UPDATE Week of June 6

Winston-Salem Fellows Sustainability Campaign Friends! Through volunteering, mentoring, advocating, teaching and financially supporting - you are part of the legacy that has brought us through seven classes of Fellows. Now, we are inviting you to take part in making sure our next seven years are even more successful by becoming a Sustaining Partner.  Our goal is to build a foundation of support that will ensure the Fellows Program continues for years to come.  Most of our funding comes through tuition and church sponsorships. However, every year we need an additional $75,000 of local support to run our program.  Sustaining Partners make an ongoing monthly or annual commitment that will help us broaden our base and strengthen our foundation for the future. We accept contributions of any amount, but recommend giving at a $25, $50, or $100 per month level. We understand that some can give more, and we will not refuse it! We also understand that some can give less, and we will not refuse that either! What we are seeking is to build a community of support we can rely on and that we can connect with continually. Sustaining Partners will receive a custom Sustainer Coin! (Designed by Fellow Alum, Bryn Lenkaitis) Other perks include: invitation to our Night of Blessing in the early Fall to meet our new Fellows an invitation to our Night of Stories in the Spring to hear about our Mission Trip our traditional photo card and Christmas card a tax deduction special correspondence and content just for our sustainers!  Would you please pray about what level of commitment is best for you?  We would love to have your help in reaching our goal of fully sustaining the Winston-Salem Fellows program for years to come! If you are interested, please click the link below. Become a Sustaining Partner Fellows continues on! Fellows Alum Grace Mezzy came through town! On June 1, we hosted a re-invent the Fellows Night with Alums. A great evening of sharing, reflecting, and brainstorming The weekend was bookended with Farms. In the evening we celebrated Lexi Edens marriage at Chas Edens' farm.  In the morning, we participated in NCS Family Day at the Epperson Farm We are still recruiting for next year, so please contact us if you know of any young twenty-somethings looking for a life-changing experience.  Thanks!

UPDATE Week of May 22

ALL IS WELL THAT ENDS WELL

It was a wonder-filled last week of the Fellows Program

FINAL ROUND TABLE (Almost)

Steve and Christie Angle welcomed us into their beautiful (if these walls could speak) home. After worship, Steve left us with a charge and a challenge. A sweet time was had by all. 

LEADER LUNCH ON TOP OF 500 West

What a power packed final leader lunch with Josh Benoit, Annie Carper, and Logan Self. These are some of the leaders at Flow Automotive. 

They are also the former Board Chair for the Fellows, two graduates of Fellows Programs, and a current Board Member.

It was a true over the rooftop experience...literally!

END WELL ADVANCE

It really was the sweetest of times this weekend with our final advance of the year. 

We worshipped and loved on each other. 

After we shared our mission statements, we ended with several secret Fellows traditions. Big sigh. What a great group of special people. 

ICE CREAM SOCIAL

On Saturday evening, we had a parent ice cream social and slideshow. After the parents went to bed, we went out to celebrate.



GRADUATION

I wish everyone in the world could have tuned into graduation this year. THIS is what it is all about. Wow.

Hef opened with some remarks

Murf and Al blessed Meg

Tammy Priest sent off Emi

Shelly Bailey affirmed Jazmine

Rob Paynter repped all the Paynters as he expounded on Thomas

Anne Powers shared about her time with Molly

Gerald Crisco blessed his and Wyatt's socks off

Christian Moretz brought the house down as he talked about Lucy

Beth Hilliard waxed eloquent about Callie

There they are! The class of 2023

THE BACHELORETTE

Lots of weddings going on...

Hef and Shannon started with a wedding shower for Michelle Howard

And ended with a wedding with the daughter of Bryan and Tina Parker!

RECRUITMENT UPDATE

We are still accepting applications for next year's class. We had another interview just this week. And are praying for more!

If you or someone you know is looking for a great life-changing opportunity for next year, please connect us. 

Here is my cell

(336) 413-4918

GIVING UPDATE

This summer we are embarking on a quest to raise the budget! Will you help us?

Send checks to PO Box 20514 WSNC 27120

or give securely online

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

LOOKING FORWARD

Monday: Gerald Crisco

Tuesday: Pray, LWS Social

Wednesday: Lot 63 meetings

Thursday: School of Love

Friday: Walk with Tracy

POWDER PUFF

Anna Rose and the sophomore girls dominated at the Powder Puff game

8th GRADE DANCE

David is looking good

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Thanks all! Keep sharing the story and spreading the love 

UPDATE Week of May 15

Lot's of love to share at the Fellows house

ROUND TABLE

We had a fabulous Round Table with Chris and Virginia Perry. The Perry's are in a little bit of a nomadic season, so the meal ended up not being at their home but at river Birch Lodge!

Yum! The Fellows did not mind!

LEADER LUNCH

What an awesome Leader Lunch at INMAR. The Fellows were blown away by the thoughtfulness and wisdom of Fred, Andy, Lee, Thomas, Sharon and of course Christian McConnon (fellows alum). Cannot thank the team enough for such a great time in their cool new space.  

CLASS

We couldn't get enough of Dana Nicholson! Jazmine is running to try to catch her as she was driving out. Full disclosure...it was because she forgot her glasses!

I'm happy to say Jazmine saved the day!

CELEBRATING A JOB WELL DONE

Denise Heidel surprised her Fellow, Thomas with a send off at their Chamber meeting last week. From one mascot to another - Denise couldn't have gotten a better gift for Thomas than a hand delivered gift basket from Thomas' favorite eating spot - Chik-Fil-A

In other news, Kate Spangler finished Vanderbilt Law School! She and Tim will be heading to Raleigh for work! Congratulations!!!

FUN TIMES

Fellows old and new are finding plenty of creative ways to enjoy spring time in Winston-Salem

MOMMA'S DAY

I want to pause a moment and celebrate my amazing co-director Hef Turner. Not only does she lead the Fellows well - she also is an incredible mom. 

Happy Mother's Day, Hef!

I want to give a shout out to Lia, too. It is not easy being a working mom but she does it with style and grace.

Also, Happy Mother's Day to my mom!

RECRUITING

We just had another interview this morning!

Keep up the prayers y'all. And specifically, send some females are way. We have four available spots for females next year. 

Email me contacts at nederickson@gmail.com

GIVE

We would love for you to join us by supporting the Fellows. 

Click Here to Securely Donate

https://www.wsfellows.com/give

A LOOK AHEAD

Monday: Round Table at the Angles

Tuesday: Prayer and Giving Back Committee

Wednesday: Leader Lunch at Flow

Thursday and Friday: End Well Advance

Saturday: Family Ince Cream Social and Slideshow

Sunday: Graduation!

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Thanks y'all!