You may purchase and dedicate a potted Spring flower that will beautify our sanctuary on Easter! The Board of Worship will select a variety of flowers, each for only $10. Click below to submit your order and dedication by April 6. | |
Wednesday Nights:
Meeting God in Between
Throughout Lent, members will share how, when, and where they met God and God met them. Join us to explore
their thoughts on God, the Bible, and more. We'll meet on Wednesdays in Lent, through April 9 from 6:30- 7:00 pm in Rooms 104-107. Speakers will be: April 2 - Shirley McPherson; April 9 - Julian Allen.
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Meet Director of Youth Ministry Candidate
This Sunday, April 6, our director of youth ministry search committee will introduce a candidate to our youth and families. The candidate's name is Kevin, and he has an excellent educational background and experience. We've arranged for Kevin to meet with groups in Fellowship Hall as follows:
1-1:30 pm ~ Meet with confirmation class
2-3 pm ~ Meet with 5th -12th grade youth
3-4 pm ~ Meet with elementary students and parents and caregivers of kids of all ages
Questions? Contact Pastor Susan.
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Pride Planning Meeting
All those interested in organizing WCUCC's presence in the annual Pride events in Westerville (June 7) and Columbus (June 14) are invited to a planning meeting this Sunday, April 6, in room 110 following worship. Questions? Contact Jessica Oberlin.
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Grace Beyond Bars: Prison Ministry Presentation
Join us on Sunday, April 6, at 5 pm in Rooms 104-107 to learn about Justice for Tony. Following Pastor Susan's "Grace Beyond the Bars" Bible study last year, we'll hear from one of the lawyers representing Tony Apanovitch. Despite exonerating DNA evidence proving his innocence, Tony remains imprisoned today—the only person in America sentenced to capital punishment twice for the same crime. Special guest Robbie Seaton-Todd and Pastor Susan will discuss how faith communities can join the urgent justice-seeking mission for Tony. Click the button to read about this compelling case.
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Summer Camp Opportunities
This summer, the Heartland Conference UCC and the Christian Church in Ohio (Disciples of Christ) are hosting camps for children, youth, and families, including grandparents.
In addition, Dunkirk Camp and Conference Center, located in Dunkirk, NY, hosts Family Camp 1, led by our Conference Minister, Rev. Dr. David Long-Higgins.
On Youth Sunday, April 13, come and hear Maddie Whitt share about her experiences at MADD camp, one of the Heartland UCC camps. Stop at the camp table in Fellowship Hall for more information on the camps & scholarships.
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Memorial Service
Pre-Planning Workshop
Join Pastor Sigrid as she shares helpful tools for pre-planning a memorial service for loved ones or yourself. The workshop will be in rooms 100-101 at 11:15 AM on Sunday, April 27.
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One Great Hour of Sharing
One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) is one of four special mission offerings of the United Church of Christ. This Lenten Offering supports the disaster, refugee, and development ministries of the UCC. Our OGHS offering will be April 6 or you may donate online now. Help Be the Light!
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Literary Guild Goes Co-ed!
All adult members and friends of WCUCC are invited to participate in the annual Literary Guild BREAKFAST ROAD TRIP on Saturday, April 5. Meet at the Church parking lot at 7 am to carpool to Nevada, OH, for a morning of breakfast, fun, and fellowship. Pick up an event flyer in the Narthex or find information in our WCUCC Facebook group. Or contact Quentin Haines at 614-216-7248. A good time will be had by all!
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Children's Spring Party
All children in fifth grade and below are invited to the kids’ choirs’ end-of-year party. The hosts, members of the Cherub and Let It Shine choirs, hope all WCUCC kids will join the fun on Wednesday, April 9, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Activities will include games (hopefully outdoors!), crafts, cupcake decorating, an obstacle course, and snacks. Check out the Let It Shine choir singing their original song "Early on a Sunday."
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Women's & Senior Men's Lunches - April 17
All senior men are invited to lunch at 11:45 am at Scrambler's on Rt 3. The women will be going to the Rusty Bucket at 12:30 pm. Sign up below.
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Progressive Dinner
April 26
This fun evening of food and fellowship begins at 5 pm when we progress from house to house, enjoying appetizers and a main course, ending the evening at the church for a combined dessert. Childcare will be provided at the church. You may sign up to host people at your home for either appetizers or a main course, or bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert. No matter how you decide to participate, you are in for a night of great conversation and laughs. Cost is $10 a person, which helps cover main course expenses.
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Youth Sunday & More!
April 13
Our entry into Holy Week will be led by our youth this year! Join us for Palm Sunday on April 13, also Youth Sunday! No one is more fit to lead this extravagant parade than our youth and children. Let us follow them as they use their gifts to help us jubilantly welcome Jesus' return to Nazareth. After Youth Sunday worship, children can join Pastors Sigrid and Susan for a parking lot Color Run. The pastors promised to be doused with colored powder if we met our stewardship goals. Since we exceeded our goals for the number of pledging units and total dollars, children are invited to participate in the celebration!
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Maundy Thursday
Join us for a Maundy Thursday service in Fellowship Hall, where we'll partake in a ceremonial meal much like the supper Jesus shared with his friends before his betrayal. Named Maundy, which means "new covenant," this meaningful service will include Holy Communion, beautiful music, and the traditions Jesus introduced. The service begins at 7 pm and will take place in person.
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Good Friday
Gather with us for this sacred evening of worship, when we'll recall Jesus' final hours. We'll be reminded that love reigned even in the world's darkest moment.
The sanctuary lights will gradually dim as we share in the emotion of the story. Join us at 7 pm in our sanctuary or online.
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Easter Egg Hunt
The Easter Bunny is hitting the trail on Easter Sunday, April 20. It’s our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Calling all children—bring Easter Baskets (or bags, if preferred) and get ready to scoop up all the plastic eggs your heart desires. At the close of the hunt, exchange eggs for goodie bags. Easter Egg Hunt follows the 8 AM service. Meet in Fellowship Hall at 9:15 a.m. Based on children’s ages, you will be directed to designated areas. We’re requesting candy donations (please, no candies containing nuts due to potential allergies). Please drop off wrapped candies in the Narthex on Sunday mornings. Thank you!
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