Lent in Three Minutes

Click here for a reminder about the season

Second Sunday in Lent/Communion

10 a.m., Sunday, March 1

Pastor Taylor Preaching

Scripture: John 16: 7-13, 33

Hearing the Service

With our new audio-visual equipment, we now have the capability to broadcast the worship service directly to hearing aids if they are Bluetooth enabled

Instructions are available at the AV desk at the rear of the sanctuary or speak to Walt

Kids Café

11 a.m., Sunday, March 1

Kids – meet Pastor Taylor and Miss Lee in the choir room for songs, games and refreshments

Open to children age four and older

Last Day for Palm Sunday Pageant Registration

Sunday, March 1

Kids – present the story of Palm Sunday through word and song!

Held 10 a.m., Sunday, March 29

Open to children of all ages

Click here for details and to register

The Danger and Heresy of Christian Nationalism in Historical and Biblical Perspective

11:30 a.m., Sunday, March 1 (week two)

An exploration of Christian Nationalism across the centuries and its tragic consequences: from the Roman emperor Constantine (323 CE) to its most recent manifestations in sectors of American Protestantism

Led by Dr. Manfred Brauch, author/Professor Emeritus of Biblical Theology and past President, Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University

Continues Sunday, March 8

Childcare Available

Christian Nationalism Series

In preparation for the series on Christian Nationalism, the Peacemaking and Social Justice Committee recommends the following resources:

“Christian Nationalism is neither Christian nor Patriotic,” a sermon by Lutheran Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee (click here)

“The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy” by Matthew Boedy

Easter Flowers

Order lilies, tulips and daffodils in memory/honor of loved ones to decorate the sanctuary

Use the form in the bulletin or click here

Continues through Thursday, March 26

One Great Hour of Sharing

Millions of people around the world lack access to sustainable food sources, clean water, sanitation, education and opportunity. The work done through causes supported by OGHS — disaster, hunger, poverty, climate change and immigration/migration and refugees — serves individuals and communities in need, providing people with safety, sustenance and hope. 

Use the pew envelopes or click here

Continues through Sunday, April 5

Easter Treat Collection

Begins Sunday February 15

Drop individually-wrapped candy, non-sugary snacks (fruit roll-ups, gummies), stickers or other non-edible treats for Easter Egg-stravaganza (Sat, March 28) in the tubs in the narthex/Fellowship Hall

Continues through Sunday, March 22

Celebrating the Gifts of Women

10 a.m., Sunday, March 8

Pastor Taylor preaching

Breakfast Club

10 a.m., Sunday, March 8

Breakfast, games and a devotional

Open to grades 6-12

Meet in the Youth Room

Palm Sunday Pageant Practice

11 a.m., Sunday, March 8

Readers only rehearsal

The Danger and Heresy of Christian Nationalism in Historical and Biblical Perspective

11:30 a.m., Sunday, March 8 (week three)

Special emphasis on the proclamation of OT prophets and the life and teaching of Jesus, in which understandings and uses of power – to control, restrict, oppress, exclude, manipulate – are decidedly rejected as contrary to the divine purpose for human life in community

Led by Dr. Manfred Brauch, author/Professor Emeritus of Biblical Theology and past President, Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University

Childcare available

Prime Time

noon, Tuesday, March 10

Delaware County historian Keith Lockhart, well known for his weekly column in the Delaware County Times, will present “Delco Then and Now” using pictures he has accumulated through the years

noon – lunch; 12:30 p.m. – program

W.O.W. (Women of Wallingford)

7 p.m., Wednesday, March 11

Join for refreshments and a lesson led by Shirley

FUSE Spring Community Dinner

6:30-8:30 p.m., Monday, March 16

Enjoy an evening of food, games, conversation and fellowship! Held at Chester Eastside (301 East 9th Street, Chester)

Sponsored by FUSE (Fellowship of Urban Suburban Engagement), a partnership between houses of worship (including WPC), community groups and non-profit organizations in Delaware County and the City of Chester. FUSE members are Christian, Jewish and Muslim; come from different racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds and bring a range of cultural traditions to the table to connect with ourselves and our neighbors through our common humanity

Click here for more information

Red Cross Blood Drive

2-7 p.m., Wednesday, March 18

If you are an eligible type O, B- or A- donor, consider making a Power Red donation (donate two units of red blood cells during one donation)

To schedule an appointment, click here or call 1-800-REDCROSS 

BookLook

7:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 18

An enthralling feat of historical suspense that unravels the extraordinary twists and turns in Anna Anderson’s 50-year battle to be recognized as Anastasia Romanov. Is she the Russian Grand Duchess or the thief of another woman’s legacy? (Amazon)

Contact Walt to order – the cost is approximately $6

Rose Valley Folk Variety Show

8 p.m., Friday, March 20

Bring a munchie to share (beer, wine and snacks included) and sit at the table saved for WPC

Cost – $5 

Meet at the Old Mill (doors open at 7 p.m.)

Sprouts Movie Night

5 p.m., Friday, March 13

Watch “Joseph: King of Dreams”

Play games, eat dinner and end with a devotional Bible story and song

Open to children grades K-5 – click here to register

Palm Sunday Pageant Practice

11 a.m., Sunday, March 15

Readers only rehearsal

Office and Staff Hours

Main Office 

9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mon. – Fri. 

Pastor Taylor and staff – please email to contact

Fill the Red Wagon

WPC supports Chester Eastside, LifeWerks and Media Food Bank