Seasonal Happenings
WPC is a busy place! The building is in use day and night, weekdays and weekends.
Here’s a glimpse of our special events for the next few weeks.
VBC
6-7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 14 – Friday, July 18
Fun Activities
Kids – put your trust in God and share the Good News of God’s love through Jesus Christ
Kids ages 4-11
Grouped by age for stories/crafts
Friday Night
Hot dog dinner/closing program
Mission – Red Wagon
Younger children – canned goods
Older kids – cleaning supplies
VBC Shepherds
Tweens and teens – volunteer with VBC
Escort the classes from station to station, help with crafts and games. . .
Contact Pastor Taylor to volunteer
First Day of Summer
Friday, June 20
“In the depths of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.”
Albert Camus
Spring Cleanup
8:30 a.m., Saturday, June 21
Lend a hand to help tidy up the beds and spread mulch
Bring your own wheelbarrows, rakes and gloves
Light refreshments included
Second Sunday after Pentecost
10 a.m., Sunday, June 22
Doug Thomas preaching
Scripture: Luke 8: 26-39; Galatians 3:23-29
Abilities Initiative for Kids
10 a.m., Sunday, June 22
After Time with Young Disciples, explore differences related to hearing with the book “Listen: How Evelyn Glennie, a Deaf Girl, Changed Percussion” by Shannon Stocker, discussions and other fun activities
Led by Caroline
Searching for the Historical Jesus
11:30 a.m., Sunday, June 22
Watch a short documentary on the historical evidence surrounding Christ, then discuss it
Led by Pastor Taylor
Click here to watch the trailer preview
Staff Planning Day
Thursday, June 26
Pastor François, Pastor Taylor, Lee, Nathan and Leslie will spend the day looking ahead to the fall
Church Office Closed
Thursday, June 26
Staff planning day
Container Watering
May – September
Pick a week – it just takes 10 minutes, twice a week (unless there is rain)
Please also deadhead the plants (pinch off the wilted blossoms) – it will encourage more blooms
Use the Church Center app/click here
Rose Tree Park Summer Festival
Beginning 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 11
Free concerts featuring all types of entertainment
Includes two morning concerts for children (10 a.m., June 20 and July 3)
Click here for more info
Continues through Sunday, August 10
Summer Choir
9:30 a.m., Sunday, June 29
Meet in the choir room to rehearse an easy anthem, then perform it for worship
Adults and youth (high school aged +) – all are welcome!
Sings again Sundays, July 27 and August 31
22 Park Avenue
7:30 p.m., Sunday, June 29
Plan to attend the Rose Tree Park Summer Musical Festival featuring 22 Park Avenue (and our own Earl on trombone)
Pick a class (or two or three) and help with before, during and after worship activities
No particular skills are needed – but WE NEED YOU!
Liturgist 101
11:30 a.m., Sunday, July 13
Like to help lead worship?
Learn the ins and outs of being a liturgist
Meet in the Sanctuary
Presented by Pastor François
Hospitality 101
11:30 a.m., Sunday, July 20
Calling all coffee (and tea) enthusiasts!
Learn how to set up, serve and clean up for Coffee Hour
Meet in the Kitchen
Presented by Chris Dearnaley
Ushering 101
11:30 a.m., Sunday, July 27
Are you willing to usher on a Sunday morning?
Not sure what you would be volunteering to do?
Meet in the Reception Room for info and a hand-out
Presented by Judy Kenworthy
BookLook
7:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 16
“A New York Times best seller, the author brings the world of Renaissance Italy to jewel-bright life in this unforgettable fictional portrait of the captivating young duchess Lucrezia de’ Medici as she makes her way in a troubled court.” (Amazon)
Contact Walt to order – the cost is approximately $6.50
Summer Office and Staff Hours
Main Office
9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mon. – Fri.
Pastors – please email to contact
Fill the Red Wagon
WPC supports Chester Eastside, LifeWerks and Media Food Bank
Chester Eastside is requesting:
- Cereal/oatmeal/Cream of Wheat
- Peanut butter/jelly
- Canned fruit (all varieties)
- Canned soup (all varieties)
- Canned chicken
- Canned fish (tuna, salmon, mackerel)
- Canned vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
- White rice
- Lipton noodles/rice (all varieties)
- Ramen noodles (family packs of six)
- Stuffing/mac & cheese
- Dry pasta/pasta sauce (all varieties)
- Salad dressing (all varieties)
- Packaged cookies/snacks
YouTube Worship Service
The live worship service in our sanctuary is video recorded and available on our YouTube channel, Facebook page and website later in the week for those unable to attend in person.
Staff and Office Hours (September – May)
The staff has in-person office hours in an effort to meet everyone’s needs.
Appointments preferred when possible.
Pastor François
Tues. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Wed. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Pastor Taylor
Mon. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Thurs. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Main Office
Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Feel free to call the church office (610-566-1644) or email staff members at other times
