August 5th, 2022
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This Sunday, Wesley UMC will bless the pets of our members and neighbors!
We would love for you to join us!
• All friendly pets are welcome!
• Water will be available for people and pets. (bring a bowl!)
• Please consider the possibility of hot pavement and bring a blanket for your pet to lay on.
• The Wesley Green Space will be available as a dog play yard for pets who are social and not aggressive.
• Special recognition of Wesley’s P.A.W.S. (Pets Are Working Saints) pets and therapy/comfort animals
• For those pets who are not comfortable or calm in social situations, we would love to bless them from home. Bring a picture!
The service will be moved inside in case of rain/heat, but we will do the pet blessing remotely. If service is canceled, we post it on our website's home page. We will post the update by 5 pm this Saturday if the service is to be moved inside.
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SERVICE UPDATE:
Wesley will be hosting one 9:00am outdoor service this coming Sunday!
Blessing of the Pets: 9:00 am
Reverend Sara L. Isbell
This Week's Attendance
Youth-led service: 173
Online views in the last week: 407
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THERE IS NEVER A FEE TO USE YOUTUBE
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Parking Lot Praise This Coming Sunday! |
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Please bring a lawn chair, sunscreen, a water bottle, and perhaps an umbrella for shade, and join us as we fill our neighborhood with praise! (don’t worry; we warn our neighbors first – and invite them!) We will move inside to the Sanctuary if it rains. All outdoor services will include Holy Communion!
Please Remember:
- Though we will not have a traditional nursery or children's ministry during these services, we look forward to seeing the children join us!
- Though we will not have donuts available, we will offer them the following Sunday in the Garden Room between services.
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On the following dates, we will worship at 9:00 am only. Enjoy your day!
Sunday, August 7:East Parking Lot at 9:00 am
Enjoy the Fresh-Air With This Outdoor Parking Lot Service!
This service will include Holy Communion and a Blessing of Pets! You are welcome to bring your pet to the “Parking Lot Praise” service – but do consider bringing a blanket or rug to protect their feet from hot pavement. Wesley will provide water for your pet; you bring the bowl! As always, bring your lawn chair, sunscreen, drinking water, etc. See you Sunday!
Sunday, September 4:
Celebrate Our Last Scheduled Outdoor Parking Lot Service!
East Parking Lot at 9:00 am
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Wesley UMC will use a new SMS (Short Message Service) system to send text and voice messages straight to your phone with important information about events, emergencies, safety alerts, and more.
What to expect:
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You May Receive Alerts About:
•Sunday service cancellations due to weather conditions
•Building emergencies that require immediate evacuation
•Notifications of unscheduled church closings
•Changes in schedules of ministries or groups that you are active in
•Reminders about outdoor services
•Upcoming major church events at Wesley
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You Will Not Receive Alerts About:
•Ministries or groups that you are not active in
•Recurring events
•Daily or weekly information
•Obituaries
•Requests (prayers, offerings, etc.)
•You can also opt-out of these messages at any time by simply replying to one of our messages with “Stop.”
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Ways to sign up:
• You can participate in this free service by texting “Y” or “Yes” to our GroupCast short code number, 64779.
• Go to the Wesley website and click at the top of any page where it says 'Wesley SMS Signup.'
• Scan the QR Codes on our newsletter insert or the hall screens
• Fill out the registration sheet provided in the bulletin or at the Welcome Desk and place it on the Welcome Desk basket or offering plate
• Click the link below
• Call the Wesley Church office (309) 827-8046
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#BeUMC honors the core values connecting the United Methodist Church's members. No matter the challenges we face, God is with us, and we continue to have opportunities to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world! Click the image to read more on #BeUMC!
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United Methodist Committee on Relief |
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We want to thank Wesley Church for your generosity to people in need worldwide! As of July 2022, you have given $10,250 to the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) for International Disaster Relief and Recovery (including aid to Ukraine) and U.S. Disaster Relief and Recovery (including victims of natural disasters), as well as to NOMADS (Nomads On a Mission Active in Divine Service). Great work, Wesley! Great Generosity serving a Great God!
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United Methodists and others wishing to provide humanitarian assistance to the Ukrainian people in the wake of the Russian invasion of their country may contribute to UMCOR International Disaster Response and Recovery. Write “Advance #982450-Ukraine” on the memo line of your check or in the “other ministries” notes under UMCOR. |
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COVID TRANSMISSION UPDATE!
"McLean County remains at Medium COVID-19 Community Level. In areas where the Community Level is Medium, the CDC strongly recommends that those individuals at highest risk or who have high-risk persons in their household should consider wearing masks in indoor public places." from:
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Christian Education
We have fantastic Sunday School opportunities for all ages!
Typically, Sunday School meets between worship services from 10:15-11:15. This week, we will not meet due to our outdoor service. THE NURSERY WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE THIS COMING SUNDAY, but we encourage all children to join us as we will provide sidewalk chalk, coloring books, and crayons during the service!
Our Nursery-Elementary aged classes use the “Orange” curriculum – combining family and church strengths to capture the next generation's hearts and minds.
ParentCue.org is a fantastic resource that uses the OrangeⒸ philosophy to teach our children! Weekly activities and devotionals are offered to guide kids to trust Jesus. All of this is aimed at being done in a way that changes how they see God, themselves, and the rest of the world.
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Sunday School
Nursery Room 117
NOT MEETING
THIS WEEK
We are meeting in person! Liz Tomera will send the Sunday Experience Link and coloring page on Sunday morning. Masks are required by all leaders and kids (ages 3-5) in preschool ministries.
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Children's Church
Wesley Hall
NOT MEETING
THIS WEEK
We look forward to gathering online for our Children's Sunday School if you cannot make it in person at Wesley Hall! Click the email link below for information, and as always, please stay safe!
Contact Kathi Pritts for the zoom link at:
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Jr. High Class
6/7 Grade Boys Group Rm
NOT MEETING
THIS WEEK
Wesley's Youth team is so excited to see you again this Sunday! Click the email link below for information, and as always, please stay safe. For those joining us, we'll see you this Sunday!
Contact Kelsey Ross for additional information at:
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Elementary Sunday School
Rooms 21-30
NOT MEETING
THIS WEEK
Sunday School Kids is where families learn together, strengthen family and faith bonds, and have faith conversations. W.I.S.E. begins in Wesley Hall and then moves to rooms 21-30.
Contact Kathi Pritts for more information at:
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Children's Church
Wesley Hall
NOT MEETING
THIS WEEK
We look forward to gathering online for our Children's Sunday School if you cannot make it in person at Wesley Hall! Click the email link below for information, and as always, please stay safe!
Contact Kathi Pritts for the zoom link at:
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Sr. High School
Sr. High Lounge
NOT MEETING
THIS WEEK
Wesley's Youth team is so excited to see you again this Sunday! Click the email link below for information, and as always, please stay safe. For those joining us, we'll see you this Sunday!
Contact Kelsey Ross for additional information at:
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ADULT SS IS MEETING THIS WEEK IN THE LOUNGE OR ZOOM FROM 10:15-11:15 AS USUAL
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Please sign up before using the zoom link, so we know to expect you. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you soon! |
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Pastor Evans is hosting an 8-week study titled Invitation to the Old Testament and this study will be held Saturday afternoons from 2-3:00 pm at the Washington St. Apartments. Explore the Old Testament's story of God and God's calling to the people of Israel through the many "voices" of the biblical text. Hear the magnificence of a Creation hymn, discover the law and wisdom teachings, listen to the prophets' warning and explore the poetry of the Song of Solomon.
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Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study gives the Old and New Testaments equal time, emphasizing the wholeness of the Bible as a revelation of God.
- beginning August 24
- 34-week study
- Wednesdays from 6:00- 7:00 pm
- online with Zoom or in-person
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Disciple II: Into the Word Study Manual retains the familiar DISCIPLE format with its theme word, theme verse, statement of the human condition, daily and weekly assignments, and prayer for daily use.
- Beginning August 30
- 34-week study
- Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00pm
- Online with Zoom
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So many options for this excellent autumn class!
• Sundays from 10:20 - 11:50;
• Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00;
• Mondays from 6:00-7:30.
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The Financial Peace University class is all about getting out of debt and staying out of debt, and starting down the path to living a financially free and responsible life. We plan to have another offering of this in Spring 2023 or sooner if we have enough interest), The Legacy Journey class is all about the next steps. It’s about learning how to grow your money, manage it responsibly, and share it generously to impact the world.
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Wesley invites YOU to get involved in the worship life of the congregation! Helpers are needed once a month or so to help with:
- Food Services
- Greet at the Entrances
- Usher at the Sanctuary doors
- Prepare, serve, clean up Communion
- Run slides or sound from the Balcony
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We are excited to share that we have build dates and a location for our 2022-2023 Habitat for Humanity build!
We will partner with Calvary on the Faith House Build at 901 W Mulberry St, Bloomington. We will be building on the 2nd Saturday of each month starting on August 13th, from 8 am-noon. The goal is to complete the house by November, so we have a lot of work!
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DISTRIBUTION MINISTRY THANKS YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
This month, we are running short on a few items. Please consider helping us replenish our supply of these particular items:
Wipes
Facial Tissue
Diapers: sizes Newborn, 6, 3T-4T, 4T-5T
Baby Lotion and Shampoo/Body Wash for children
We served 386 families at our July 16th distribution and have given supplies to 3 other families since then. There continues to be a massive need in our community for paper products. All product and monetary donations help us supply these families with much-needed supplies. Our thanks to Wesley members who continue to support this vital ministry.
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You can take your old plastic gardening pots to A&B Hatchery or Jeffery Alans and recycle them in the POTS bin! |
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Healing Rides Ministry helps those who have difficulties with mobility get out and enjoy fresh air and sunshine on Constitution Trail. We offer rides on a specially designed bicycle driven by trained riders. Healing Rides helps encourage socialization and relationship building between riders and volunteers, as well as improving the spirits of those who ride. |
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Scheduled rides continue through the Summer until September 30th. We make appointments at 1 pm and 2 pm Monday through Friday and have 2 Bikes, so please feel free to bring a friend to ride along!
Click the logo above or call the church at (309) 827-8046 to schedule a free leisurely ride!
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In addition, the following groups will begin meeting on Wednesday, August 31st
Cherub Choir (4yo-1st grade) 5:50 pm - 6:40 pm in the Chapel
Wesley Singers 2nd-5th grade) 6:45-7:15 pm in the Choir Room
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LAST SUMMER CHANCEL CHOIR DATE! |
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Sunday Singing
(Sanctuary)
August 28th at 9:00 am
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All are welcome and you do not have to have participated in choir before! Please contact Ron Kiesewetter if you have any questions.
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Surge Families-
You all did a WONDERFUL job at the service on Sunday! Thank you to everyone who attended and who spoke. Brenna and I are very proud and thankful for all of you. - Kelsey
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Shirley Ann Brown
May 15, 1929 – July 23, 2020
Hospital Visits
As healthcare facilities are beginning to allow area clergy to visit patients again, please remember to notify the Church office or a pastor when you or a loved one are admitted to a local hospital. Hospitals are not allowing churches to inquire about their congregants' inpatient status or room number. We will not know if you have been admitted to the hospital unless you give us a call.
If you have news to share with the Wesley family, let us know by clicking HERE or calling 309-827-8046.
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Scouts from Wesley chartered Troop 918 had a fantastic time at the Ingersoll Scout Reservation (ISR) Summer Camp 2022! The London Hills reservation encompasses almost 1,000 acres of woodland and prairie. It provides a facility where scouts learn life-changing skills — how to swim, identify poisonous plants, rescue someone drowning, fish, and many more. Summer camp allows Scouts to work on advancement toward an ultimate goal of Eagle Scout. Congratulations to all who completed Scout camp, and thank you to all of the youth and adult leaders who help make ISR possible every year!
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Cub Scouts Meet at Wesley Every Second and Fourth Thursday!
(takes a break through the summer)
Cub Scouting is part of the worldwide Scouting movement and aims to promote character development, citizenship training, personal fitness, and leadership. For more information, please email Andrea Kane.
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Girl Scouts Meet at Wesley Every First and Third Thursday!
(takes a break through the summer)
If you know or are someone who would like to join in building courage, confidence, and character while making the world a better place, please feel free to contact Liz Tomera to learn about Girl Scouts!
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Boy Scouts Meet at Wesley Every Monday!
(continues through the summer)
Troop 918 works hard to prepare our youth to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. For more information on BSA, please feel free to contact Ken Anderson.
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THANK YOU!
We have received tremendous financial support through these uncertain times. We are SO grateful to our congregation for giving generously and stepping forward in FAITH! There are many ways to GIVE from the safety and comfort of your home. CLICK HERE to submit your offering online, TEXT "$__ OFFERING" to 309.822.4442, or mail your offering to the church:
Wesley United Methodist Church
502 East Front Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
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CONTACTING WESLEY COMMUNICATIONS TEAM!
Do you have a story or upcoming event you would like to share with Wesley Church? GREAT- We love hearing from you about your good news!
Please email John Perry to make an appointment for a call or office visit.
Appointment times are as follows:
Monday and Friday
Available via email only
9:00am - 3:00pm
Tuesday-Thursday
Available via email, in-person, or phone
12:30pm - 3:00pm
The deadline for newsletter information is Tuesday at 3:00 pm.
The deadline for newsletter revisions is Wednesday at 3:00 pm.
Information received after these times will show in the following week.
SHOW YOUR DEVOTION!
We are currently looking for Wesley members to do quick 5-minute devotion videos. We make it easy and convenient by doing all the recording for you! Contact Ben Lash to schedule a date to record.
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Wesley Emergency Number after Office Hours:
Rev. Sara L. Isbell 217.299.4870
Wesley United Methodist Church:
502 E. Front Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
Office 309.827.8046
You can also visit us on Facebook, instagram, twitter, and YouTube
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