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Friday 9.14.2018
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
@ 9:15 AM (contemporary praise, lower level)
@ 10:30 AM (blended traditional, sanctuary)
SEPTEMBER SERMON SERIES
The Greatest of These is Love
“… faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.”  These beautiful words of 1 Corinthians have long been recited at weddings as wide-eyed couples prepare for storybook lives in holy matrimony. However, Paul’s letter was written to a people who were fighting to keep their community from falling apart. The believers in Corinth held grievances against one another; struggled with sin in a culture fueled by sex; marriages were tested, and idol worship was the religion of choice. Join us as we engage Paul’s 1 st letter to the Corinthians and discover how these ancient words instruct us today.
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Called to be Holy
Sex: God’s Gift – Broken World
Husbands & Wives
The Object of Love
W O R S H I P
Participating in Worship this Sunday!
Head Host : John Wannenburg
Hospitality Team : Ellen Green, Jarrod Quigley, Paul Taylor

Hospitality Greeters & Refreshments :
Stewart, Slawter, de Leon

Worship Childcare Volunteers :
Carolyn King-Layden, Jenny Wannenburg

September Counters:
Stan Lindgren (Captain), Doris Petty, Jim & Pat Siegel
Music this Sunday
Minister of Music: Eric Cui
9:15am Gathering Place:
"Oh How He Loves"
"One Thing Remains"
"You are My King ( Amazing Love)"


10:30am Blended Traditional Service:
Music through Worship:
Chancel Singers - "It is Well with my Soul" arr. Tom Fettke
Offertory:
Linda Jeffers, violin - "Here I am Lord" arr. Joshua Evanovich
WAYNE CHURCH CHOIRS
Chancel Singers meet on Thursday evenings in the Choir room located on the 2nd floor of the Admin building. They rehearse from 8-9 p.m.

Praise Bells meet on Thursday evenings in the Church sanctuary from 7-8 p.m. 

We invite you to join either (or both!) choirs if music is your passion and you wish to be part of the Music program. Childcare will be provided for both choirs. Childcare is in the preschool room (E202) located on the 2nd floor of the Education building. 
CHILDREN'S CHOIR
The Wesley Choir (grades 1-5) rehearses in the choir room on Thursdays 4:45 – 5:30pm. Contact Becky Douglas, if you’re interested in joining us for all or part of the year.
WORSHIP CHILDCARE SCHEDULE
  • 9/23 - Agnes Fischer, Christy Whitman
  • 9/30 - Marie Taylor, Deborah Brown, Tacy Phillips
  • 10/7 - Elizabeth Sedunov, Jeanne Zelli
HOSPITALITY GREETERS & REFRESHMENTS
  • 9/23 - Lindgren, Leonard, Callos
  • 9/30 - Sperling, Taylor (Jeff), Sticklin
  • 10/7 - Hurst, Scott, Estrade
WORSHIP HOSTS
  • 9/23 - Mike Sticklin (head host), Beth & Stan Lindgren, Elissa Schoenlank
  • 9/30 - Tom Ford (head host), Bob & Sue Kirkpatrick, Juan deLeon
  • 10/7 - Lowell Gustafson (head host), Claudine Estrade,
COUNTING TEAM FOR SEPTEMBER
  • Stan Lindgren (Captain), Doris Petty, Jim & Pat Siegel
N U R T U R E
SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16!
THE 10 SECOND RULE BOOK STUDY
Class dates: September 16 through November 18
Sunday Mornings we will be in the Upper Room starting at 9:15am.
Each week a different chapter will be discussed.Books are available in the Narthex and in class. Pre-reading of chapters is encouraged but not required as each week the leader will review the main points before discussion. The Upper Room is located on the 2nd floor of the Admin building (directly above the main office)
UNDERSTANDING BIBLE TIMES
Class dates: September 16, 23 and 30 and October 14 at 9:15am . Meet in the Conference room.
A fun and interactive look at four of the common life activities during the time of Jesus as well as the Bible passages that pertain to these customs.  Some classes will involve a bit of crafting, some a bit of walking - all will be enlightening and fun. 
"FERRETING HOPE FROM FAILURE" BIBLE STUDY - SEPTEMBER 19!
Class meets from 9:15am-11:15am in the Art Room, located on the top floor of the Education building. This year we will look at Israel's prophetic legacy by studying the "Former" and "Latter" prophets, starting with Joshua and working through Malachi. As a text we'll be using Katie McNabb's book, Does It Really Say That in the Bible? Come explore with us the history of Israel's monarchy that began in glory with the hey day of King David but ended in the destruction of Jerusalem and the Exile of the Jews. Listen to the warnings and criticism of the latter prophets who lambasted Israel for her failings but nonetheless proclaimed hope in the promise of the Messiah.
UNITED METHODISM IN THE 21ST CENTURY, SEPTEMBER 20!
ALL are welcome to join Pastor Tom as he discusses United Methodism in the 21st Century on Thursday, September 20 at 12 noon in Fellowship Hall for the first Lunch & Learn of the season! Donation of $10 to cover lunch. You must RSVP to the church office by the Tuesday before the luncheon!
GENTLE YOGA VIN-YIN STYLE STARTS SEPTEMBER 20!
Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
Be guided through 60 minutes of all levels gentle yoga starting with a breathing meditation followed by a short vinyasa flow and ending with relaxation in yin poses. This is a great class for folks looking for a more gentle experience, new to yoga, or people with injuries or limitations. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Open to the community, bring your friends!
Donation $5 per class, plus food item for the food pantry. All proceeds go to the food pantry at Wayne Church. Last session we donated $250 to our food pantry, join in serving our community. Classes start on Thursday, September 20 and run through November 15.
WOMEN OF WAYNE TRIP TO CHANTICLEER SEPTEMBER 22!
Psalm 23:2 proclaims “He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul”. On Saturday, September 22nd we will arrive at Chanticleer when it opens at 10am. (Carpooling from Church at 9:50 will also be provided). Come and be restored within this beautiful garden. We will begin by gathering for a light breakfast and a time of fellowship at a lovely picnic area. Strolling afterwards is at your own pace. Possible mansion tour. Fee alert! - there is an entry fee: Free if hold pass (if you have a pass for multiple people let us know), $5 Radnor resident or Radnor library card holder, $10 if non resident) and an optional $5 add on cost if you want to tour the house. Please email Nancy Brown and Denise Slawter with questions or to RSVP.
EXPERIENCING GOD'S PRESENCE BIBLE STUDY STARTS OCTOBER 2!
Inviting all women of the church to join us for our kickoff Bible Study event, to be held on Tuesday October 2 nd , 7pm at Elissa Schoenlank’s home (see Church Directory). 
 
Elissa has been involved in art her entire life and claims she lives in an art gallery which she is prepared to share with us. We plan to gather at her house at 7pm, have a Mexican style buffet dinner, look at her art and hear about her ongoing work, now that she is devoting her time to painting. Following this, we will focus on our journey forward in our Bible Study together.
 
 This evening will also include beginning our bible study on “Experiencing God’s Presence”. In this first study in the  Jesus Calling Bible Study Series,  you will be encouraged to lay down your cares and just spend time each day with your heavenly Father. As you follow the Lord’s instruction to “be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10), you will encounter His peace, be filled with His strength, gain a new perspective on your situation, and experience the full life that only He can provide .
 
Study Books are $9 each and copies will be available for sale at church on upcoming Sundays (or in the church office during the week). Again, very casual, come as you can, arrive late, leave early. Wear sweatpants or pajamas. Even if you cannot attend all weeks, we encourage you to join us at Elissa’s house for the opportunity to view her beautiful artwork.   

Dates: Every other Tuesday evening at 7pm
Tuesday, 10/2 (Elissa Schoenlank’s home)
Tuesdays, 10/16, 10/30, 11/13, 11/27, 12/11   (Kimm Ebersole’s home)
THE BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS OCTOBER 6!
We will be blessing the furred, feathered and scaled on Saturday, October 6 at 12 noon! More details to come!
LADIES' FALL RETREAT OCTOBER 20-21! SIGN UP NOW!
 All ladies are invited to this year’s fall retreat at the Mariawald Retreat Center. We will be leaving Saturday, October 20 at 7:30am and returning Sunday, October 21 around 4pm. We will be reading and studying the classic, The Will of God by Leslie Weatherhead. Sign up sheet and books are in Narthex. Cost is $100 or $120 for a single room.
O U T R E A C H
THANK YOU TO THE CHOSEN 300 VOLUNTEERS!
Thank you to all the volunteers who contributed to our successful meal hosting for Chosen 300 in Pottstown on August 25 th . From our meal prep crew of shoppers, cooks, kitchen helpers, clean up to on site group of servers, worship leaders and singers it was amazing to see our love pour out to the many individuals in need that Wayne Church served.  A hot dinner of ham, mac ‘n cheese, salad, green beans, corn, bread and cookies were served to over 100 individuals. We also provided clothing donations and distributed health kits.   To top it off we had a very moving worship service.  Our next hosting is October 27 th . If you are interested in participating in this wonderful ministry please reach out to Kimm Ebersole or Agnes Fischer. Keep in mind, making this all come together involves many different ways of serving. 

The Chosen 300 Meal Action Committee – Kimm Ebersole, Becky Douglas, Beth Nordman, Elissa Schoenlank, Carolyn King-Layden, Will Buckley, Kristin Stiz, Liz Howley and Agnes Fischer
FOOD PANTRY BREAD PICK UP VOLUNTEERS   NEEDED!  
The Food   Pantry Bread Pick Up team is looking for volunteers to round out the schedule for Panera pick ups.   Duties   include (about once a month) a Tuesday 9pm bread pickup at the Wayne Panera bread   on Lancaster Avenue and making sure it's in the church lobby by 8:45am Wednesday morning for food pantry distribution.   Arrangements can be made for late Tuesday or early Wednesday drop off at the church. Please consider serving this longstanding church   ministry.   Any questions or responses   can be directed to Bob King at kingbob44@verizon.net .  
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