WESLEY WEEKLY

April 14 - 21

Ecclesiastes 3:1 "For everything, there is a season and a time for every purpose under heaven."

There are many seasons in our lives, and maturity arises when we begin to grow in our ability to discern the times and seasons. If you try to plant a seed or a bulb in the wrong season, the plant will not grow and bear much fruit. If you water at the wrong time, you may introduce mildew and rot to the plant. If you spread fertilizer without the correct temperatures and water, you might burn your plant. In order for there to be fruitfulness, we must learn discernment of the season and time in which we are living, and the process of discernment takes time. In these liminal times within the United Methodist Church, some are asking 'Is Wesley Memorial going to stay with the United Methodist Church?', 'Is Wesley Memorial going to join the Global Methodist Church or some other new expression?' and others are asking 'What do you even mean by these questions?!' We acknowledge that there are many, many questions floating around during this season and time. As we are seeking clarity regarding the future of Wesley Memorial, we affirm discernment is not something that is done in silos or in isolation, but rather in community. This is the purpose of the newly formed "Discernment Team" at Wesley Memorial:

to study God's Word
to pray
to educate themselves on the topics and issues at hand
to actively share the information with the congregation
to intentionally engage in conversation with others to listen for insight and understanding
to relate to the Administrative Team and the Church Council to help provide ongoing reflection and insight on this issue

The Discernment Team is NOT a team of individuals that will vote on behalf of the entire church as to whether or not Wesley Memorial will remain with the United Methodist Church or choose to disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church.

What can YOU do in this season?

Attend Town Hall meetings to stay informed and engaged! The next one is on May 31 at 6 p.m. in the lower level parking lot by the Fellowship Hall.
Attend opportunities to learn more: Come out to hear Rev. Amy Coles, Assistant to Bishop Carter, talk about the future of the United Methodist Church on the evening of July 10 (more details to follow).
Participate in the Wesleyan Covenant Association Simulcast Saturday, May 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Register here
Pray for Wesley Memorial, the Discernment Team, the Administrative Team, the Church Council, the Staff and the Clergy.

God is at work in our midst, let us wait patiently upon the Lord together!

Have You Gotten Your Invitation Yet?

Hopefully, your invitation to the Inaugural Endowment Celebration has arrived in your mail.

Sunday, April 24 at 5 p.m. we will gather in the Dining Hall for delicious hors d’oeuvres and a time of inspiration, education, and celebration as we learn how our endowments bless and support ministries here at Wesley Memorial.

Our inspirational speaker for the event is Rev. AJ Thomas, Director of Client Relations at the Methodist Foundation. Our current endowments are a result of the faithful, visionary and generous hearts of our people.

While you will not be asked to make any financial commitment at this event, you will receive information on how you might participate at a future time as God may lead you.

Please RSVP when you receive your invitation so we can prepare adequately for this time of thanksgiving for the past and vision for our future as God’s faithful community.

Wesley 101 Church Membership Class

Are you or someone you know looking for a church home? Make plans to attend the two-week Wesley 101 course on May 15 and 22 at 11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

At Wesley 101 you will meet new people, learn more about Wesley Memorial history and beliefs, meet church staff and grow in your spiritual gifts.

Please RSVP by May 9. After you RSVP, you will receive materials by mail. We look forward to seeing you there!

RSVP

Get your complimentary tickets

An Evening with C.S. Lewis will be held Friday, May 13 at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. The event, sponsored by the

Victoria Qubein Fund will include a one-man show, a Q&A and a reception. Mark your calendars now for this special event and complimentary tickets are available in the church office.

Holy Week Services

Maundy Thursday—April 14

7:30 p.m. in Sanctuary

Good Friday—April 15

7:30 p.m. in Sanctuary

Holy Saturday—April 16

7:30 p.m. in Sanctuary

Easter Sunday—Aril 17

7:30 a.m. Sunrise Service in Columbarium

7:30 a.m. TV WGHP FOX8

8:30 a.m. Traditional in Chapel

9:45 a.m. Contemporary in Fellowship Hall

11 a.m. Traditional in Sanctuary

Kona Ice following 9:45 a.m. service

Lemonade on the Lawn following 11 a.m. service

Download 7:30 a.m (FOX8) Order of Service

Click here for Livestream

The Mission & Community Impact committee has approved a three-way split of the Easter Offering between A Simple Gesture, Open Door Ministries and West End Ministries.

Please give generously as part of our 2022 Easter Offering. Thank you for making the great heart of Wesley Memorial Church visible in this act of kindness.

Wednesdays at Wesley - April 20

• Vespers in the Chapel at 5:30 p.m.

• Drop-in dinner at 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Dining Hall.

• Men's Bible Study (conference room 3) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Pastor Jeff Bible Study (media center) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Games and gospel for kids (children’s hallway) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Middle school midweek motivation (Underground) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Wesley Memorial sermons and Bible studies are in PODCAST form!

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It's in the Bag

What an incredible response… Through your generous hearts, 237 green A Simple Gesture bags have been returned to the church (more are coming in day by day)

In addition, our Wesley School’s “Super Heroes Dash” generated $847.24 along with the $1,200 that you have contributed so far. (at $30 to fill a bag that equals 68 additional bags of food)

That means that you have made it possible to provide 305 bags filled with food for hungry folks in our High Point community.

Thank you, thank you for your support in the Hope for Hunger and Homelessness emphasis during the season of Lent.

No wonder is it, that Wesley Memorial is known as a church with a great heart for God and the people God has given us to love and serve. God bless you!

Volunteers are needed to assist in filling food trays for diners and food boxes at Open Door Ministries. This is the perfect opportunity for small groups, teens, or families. A couple of individuals are needed on the second Thursday of each month from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m.

If you would like to serve, please contact Myra Snider at

336-803-1403.

Drive-In Movie

You’re invited to join us for a special showing of “Charlie & the Chocolate Factory” Friday, April 22 at 8 p.m. Admission is free. Free popcorn. You may even receive a “golden ticket.”

Back by Popular Demand

The Wesley 100 once again will be selling their chicken pies. Cost is $11 per pie and can be picked up on Sunday, May 1 between

10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. in the dining hall. Pre-orders can be placed by calling the church office or email Edwin Bass.

Prayer Workshop

Join us for a prayer workshop Monday, April 25. You may chose to attend one of two sessions offered either from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 5:30 to 8 p.m. and each includes a meal. The Rev. Dr. Jeff Patterson, The Rev. Melissa Lowe and The Rev. Stephen Fitch will be leading these workshops.

Rummage Sale

Wesley Memorial School Director Retiring

JoAnn Clifton recently announced her retirement from Wesley Memorial School. She will retire at the end of the school year in May.

"The relationships that I have enjoyed with staff, the children, and the families, are very dear to me and please know how much I have appreciated this God-given opportunity," she said. "Probably what I have most treasured is Chapel Time with tje children. Together we learned songs of praise and thanksgiving, we shared the stories of God’s love and His son, Jesus. And we prayed and sang some more. I am so grateful for these precious moments."

Wesley Memorial School held its Superhero Dash Friday, April 8 as a culmination of its special Lenten Outreach Project. WMS children, ages infant through kindergarten, were invited to dress as their favorite Superheroes for the day. And here they came … Batman, Spiderman, Wonder Woman, Police Officers, Princesses, Doctors, Fire Fighters, Superman, Astronauts … every Superhero imaginable was well represented!

After a blessing over the event, one by one each class paraded the front circle as parents, grandparents and friends cheered them on! The children also came to school proudly carrying their “Heroes Collection Envelopes” which were filled to overflowing with coins and cash! Parents encouraged their boys and girls to help with extra chores at home to learn the value of earning their donations.

They raised $848.24 which was donated to A Simple Gesture!

God Bless our Wesley Memorial School Super Heroes for doing good works!

Check out Wesley Memorial School Facebook for more photos!

Wesley Memorial Church no longer uses the old PO Box please send all correspondence to

1225 Chestnut Drive High Point NC 27262. Thank you!