Keep reading to find out about everything going on at WAYNECHURCH!
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WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
@ 9:15 AM (contemporary praise, lower level)
@ 10:30 AM (blended traditional, sanctuary)
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GOD, POLITICS & THE CHURCH
Our nation seems more polarized than ever. In a politically divisive culture, how do we engage politics through the lens of Christ our King? This Sunday we will take a look at this topic, and hopefully learn how to model unity despite our differences.
Next week is “Kickoff Sunday!” With breakfast downstairs during the 9:15am hour, both worship services will be in the sanctuary. Our 10:30am worship will include the dedication our new gathering area,
“The Well,”
and our new nursery. Join us on September 9
th
for this very special event.
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Participating in Worship this Sunday!
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Head Host
: Ron Kirch
Hospitality Team
: Liz Howley, Bob King, Anne Mackin
Hospitality Greeters & Refreshments
:
Shillingford (Paul), Mackin
Worship Childcare Volunteers
:
Denise Carmichael, Temmi Kallick
September Counters:
Stan Lindgren (Captain),
Doris Petty, Jim & Pat Siegel
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Music this Sunday
Minister of Music: Eric Cui
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9:15am Gathering Place:
"Forever"
"Oceans"
"Holy Spirit (You Are Welcome Here)"
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10:30am Blended Traditional Service:
Offertory:
"Oceans" by Abby Scott
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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. Questions or to join a choir, please email Eric Cui at
ericandrewcui@gmail.com.
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CHILDREN'S CHOIR
Rehearsals starting this Thursday, September 6
th
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This year we are combining the choirs into one: Wesley Choir (grades 1-5). We rehearse 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.
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WORSHIP CHILDCARE SCHEDULE
- 9/9 - Ellen Cushing, Emily Quinones, Hallie Ambler
- 9/16 - Carolyn King-Layden, Jenny Wannenburg
- 9/23 - Agnes Fischer, Christy Whitman
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HOSPITALITY GREETERS & REFRESHMENTS
- 9/9 - Ley, Schafer, Shillingford (Rob)
- 9/16 - Stewart, Slawter, Chaplin
- 9/23 - Lindgren, Leonard, Callos
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WORSHIP HOSTS
- 9/9 - Lowell Gustafson (head host), Michele Leonard, Art & Marge Miller
- 9/16 - John Wannenburg (head host), Ellen Green, Jarrod Quigley, Paul Taylor
- 9/23 - Mike Sticklin (head host), Beth & Stan Lindgren, Elissa Schoenlank
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COUNTING TEAM FOR SEPTEMBER
- Stan Lindgren (Captain), Doris Petty, Jim & Pat Siegel
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KICK OFF SUNDAY WITH BREAKFAST IS SEPTEMBER 9TH!
Our kick-off breakfast begins at 9:15AM on the lower level. The Well reveal will be during the 10:30AM worship service! Breakfast is the time for everyone to come back together and enjoy some good food and fellowship! Also, our kids will meet their new teachers and shepherds for the 2018-2019 program year!
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BLESSINGS OF THE BACKPACKS
SEPTEMBER 9TH!
All children and students are invited to bring their backpacks to worship for a blessing to start off the school year!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP KICK OFF!
Join us for archery, low ropes, canoeing, dinner, and a camp fire (w/ smores!) as we kick off the Middle School Youth Group. We will be traveling to Camp Innabah on Friday, September 7th, leaving from church right after school at 3:30 and return by 9pm. If you would like to be involved or have any questions, please email Matt Schweitzer.
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HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP KICK OFF!
We will be kicking off Sunday School and Youth Group on Sunday, September 9th. Our Fall Retreat to Pocono Plateau will tentatively be September 28-30th. If you would like to be involved or have any questions, please email Matt Schweitzer.
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THE 10 SECOND RULE BOOK STUDY STARTS SEPTEMBER 16!
All are welcome to this study of
The 10 Second Rule
by Clare De Graaf.
Each week a different chapter will be presented and 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. We will be in the Upper Room starting at 9:15am. The Upper Room is located on the 2nd floor of the Admin building (directly above the main office)
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UNDERSTANDING BIBLE TIMES CLASS COMING IN SEPTEMBER!
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.
Class dates: Sept 16, 23 and 30 and Oct 14 at 9:15am
. Locations will vary, look for signs.
All are welcome! Class Leaders: Sue Scott, Nancy Brown, Denise Slawter and Virginia Gardiner.
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INAUGURAL MEN'S SOFTBALL GAME SEPTEMBER 16!
The Wayne Church Men's Group invites all men, and boys of High School age, with all softball playing abilities to participate in the inaugural Wayne Church Men's Group softball game on Sunday September 16. We will gather at the Radnor High School Loop softball field located near the high school tennis courts at 3:00pm. Equipment will be provided if you don't have any. Please feel free to bring non-church members to participate as well.
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THE FUTURE VISION OF WAYNE CHURCH
Join Pastor Tom as he shares his vision of the future of Wayne Church on Thursday, September 20th in Fellowship Hall for the first Lunch & Learn of the season. Suggested donation of $10. Be sure to RSVP to the church office by the Tuesday before the luncheon to get on the list. QUESTIONS? Email Marge & Art Miller at
ammiller12@aol.com.
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GENTLE YOGA VIN-YIN STYLE WITH KAREN 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.
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LADIES' EVENING 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 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
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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)
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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!
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From Liz Howley to all Ladies of Wayne Church,
The Women's Retreat is coming... and you are invited. Last year, I decided to ignore the many reasons I couldn't go - the kids need me, too many chores to do, too busy with work - and signed up. Making that decision to go was a blessing in many ways. I found there was something very special about being on a retreat with a group of women. It was an opportunity to listen, share and escape the busyness of my life. Sitting quietly in nature enriched my understanding of Christ; and my faith. I developed long-lasting bonds with the other women on the retreat.
The retreat team did a beautiful job of mixing small and large group discussion with free-time to read or explore the lovely grounds. There were also plenty of laughs, hugs, and most amazing, a true sense of calm. I left with new friends, a refreshed outlook and a deeper faith.
If you are thinking about attending, I encourage you to do so. Think of it as a re-TREAT. You deserve it!
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FOOD PANTRY NEEDS!
Some of our shelves are running low! Donations would be greatly appreciated so we can continue serving our community. We are running low on... cereal, pasta and sauce, peanut butter & jelly, tuna and rice/pasta side dishes.
Also, we are always looking for volunteers who would be willing to help Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 9am – to 1pm. You can even sign-up for a half-shift (9-11am or 11am-1pm.) Duties entail handing out Food Pantry bags and greeting visitors. (You can bring a book, tablet, or laptop to pass the time!) This is a vital ministry! Our volunteers are the face of our church to those who are in need, and your friendly face can go a long way toward making our recipients feel comfortable and welcome!
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AUGUST LEADERSHIP MOMENT!
We have all heard the statistic that 9 out of 10 churches are either declining, or growing so slowly, that they are not keeping up with the growth nor the changing demographic dynamics, of their communities. To address this, the Leadership team has been using a tool to measure their effectiveness titled “Eight Common Characteristics of Successful Church Revitalizations”.
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FALL RUMMAGE SALE SEPTEMBER 14 & 15!
SALE HOURS: Friday, 8:30am – 1 pm, Saturday, 9am – 12 noon
We begin accepting donations on Sunday, September 9 after 11:30am
August is a great time to clean out those closets and send your no-longer-needed treasures to Rummage!
Our September sales are highly anticipated and heavily attended, so please look around your attic and closets and find those items that you no longer use, but others will. This is the best sale of the year to donate your HALLOWEEN and other fall decoratives and clothing, so please don’t hold these until after autumn.
We always appreciate better-quality name brand and ‘vintage’ items, and all nice decoratives, smaller occasional furniture, rugs, baby/child/adult seasonal clothing, DVD’s and CD’s - things you’d like to buy or be given yourself!
We cannot accept TV/computer monitors, text books, encyclopedias or anything stained or broken.
We can only sell newer and nice books, especially best sellers or good-condition children’s books, so please send us only your best books.
AND THEN COME SHOP!! Volunteers for set-up, sales and pack-up are also always needed. To volunteer or get more information, please contact Virginia Gardiner (
gardiner.family@outlook.com
).
THANK YOU!!
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ATTENTION AMAZON SHOPPERS!!
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WAYNECHURCH | A United Methodist Community
610.688.5650
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