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.
Sprouts VBC Night
6 p.m., Friday, November 1
Relive this summer’s VBC – dance to the songs, watch video skits, play games and make a craft
Didn’t attend VBC? No worries! Come for a fun night together
Dinner included
Open to children grades K-5
Click here to register – deadline is Thursday, October 31
Electronics Recycling and Shredding Event
9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, November 2
Recycle almost anything with a plug for free (older or larger items may require a recycling fee)
Safely dispose of documents containing personal information
Held at Strath Haven High School
Click here for info
Daylight Saving Time Ends
Sunday, November 3
Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed
All Saints’ Sunday/Communion
10 a.m., Sunday, November 3
Scripture: John 6:28-35
Welcome Pastor Doug
10 a.m., Sunday, November 3
Rev. Doug Cornelius, head of staff at Paoli Pres (and Pastor Taylor’s husband), is completing the pulpit swap this morning
Happy November Birthday
Happy Birthday, November friends
Enjoy this orchestral version with our words:
Happy Birthday to You,
We give thanks for your life;
We give thanks for your presence here,
We Give Thanks to God for You.
Kids Café
11 a.m., Sunday, November 3
Kids – meet Pastor Taylor and Miss Lee in the choir room for songs, games and refreshments
Open to kids 4-11
Please bring an offering to benefit Giving Tree
Rise Against Hunger
1 p.m., Sunday, November 3
Join with Scout Troops 277 and 2019 to help package 10,000 meals to ship to those in need throughout the world.
Co-sponsored by the Mission and Service Committee and WPC Scouts
Election Day
Tuesday, November 5
If you haven’t already mailed in your ballot, be sure to get out and vote
Mind the Gap
6:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 6
A trivia game where everyone can flex their knowledge
Team up with folks of all ages to answer pop culture questions from Boomer, Gen X, Millennial and Gen Z generations
Potluck supper – 6:30 p.m.
Game – 7:15 p.m.
Annual Giving Campaign
Through the sixth week, we have received 59 pledges totaling $259,019
Pledges represent approximately two-thirds of our annual budget and provide the confidence we will continue to be the exciting, growing church we have become thanks to everyone’s helping hand
Register your pledge using the pledge card, Church Center app or click here
Dedication Sunday
10 a.m., Sunday, November 10
Dedicate the 2025 pledges as part of the service
Time and Talent Sunday
Sunday, November 10
As part of Dedication Sunday, everyone will be asked to share information by completing a brief form about their talents in WPC’s ministry and day-to-day lives
Monthly Conversations
11:30 a.m., Sunday, November 10
A video and discussion on “Searching for the Historical Jesus,” exploring the history, context and character of a humble rabbi who changed the world
Led by Pastor Taylor
Doug and Taylor in Concert
3 p.m., Sunday, November 10
Enjoy an afternoon of Pastors Doug and Taylor playing guitar and singing bluegrass and southern spirituals
Held at Paoli Pres (225 South Valley Road, Paoli)
Donations benefit Paoli Pres’ Wonder of Christmas, which provides gifts for missionary families and children in need in local school districts
Prime Time
noon, Tuesday, November 12
Delco News Network editor and reporter Peg DeGrassa will speak about her career in journalism; changes in the newspaper business, adapting to technology and the future of newspapers
noon – lunch
12:30 p.m. – program
W.O.W. (Women of Wallingford)
7 p.m., Wednesday, November 13
Join for refreshments and a lesson led by Barb
Click here for the October lesson “A Recipe for Friendship”
Turkey Donations
Beginning Friday, November 15
Have a turkey you won’t be cooking?
Donate it to the Deacons
Mark the bird “Deacons” and place in the church refrigerator
Continues through Wednesday, November 27
BookLook
7:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 20
“A riveting story inspired by true events of World War II, [it] weaves a tale of courage, sisterhood and the great strength of women to survive in the hardest of circumstances.” (Amazon)
Contact Walt to order – the cost is approximately $5.50
A Message from Chester Eastside
“Please know how much Chester Eastside appreciates the ongoing support of the Wallingford Presbyterian Church. Your gifts are vital to our ability to feed and provide groceries to the hundreds of Chester residents we serve each week.
“Additionally, we are able to provide arts enrichment and academic help to two dozen youngsters each day through our Kids First program.”
Chester Eastside Thanksgiving
Chester Eastside has Thanksgiving on its mind – the agency will be preparing 250 boxes with all the fixins’
Here’s what the agency needs:
Turkeys
Turkey gravy (15 oz jars)
Instant mashed potatoes
Sweet potatoes (15 oz cans)
Stuffing
Mac & Cheese (7 oz boxes)
Corn (15 oz cans)
Green beans (15 oz cans)
Cranberry sauce (15 oz cans)
Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix (7 oz box)
PA Yellow Dot
Placing a PA Yellow Dot decal in your vehicle’s rear window alerts first responders to check the glove compartment for vital information to ensure you receive the medical attention you need
Packets available in the Narthex or click here
COVID Tests
Free at-home COVID tests are available which detect the currently circulating COVID-19 variants. Each package contains four tests for use through the end of the year.
Click here to order
Test kits are also available for those who are blind, have low vision or low manual dexterity
Click here to order
Fill the Red Wagon
WPC supports Chester Eastside, LifeWerks and Media Food Bank
LifeWerks is requesting:
- Cereal (kids’ and whole grain adult)
- Soups (condensed, chunky, chowder)
- Crackers (Ritz, Triscuits, Wheat Thins, Nut Thins, graham)
- Canned vegetables, tomato paste
- Spaghetti sauce
- Condiments (ketchup, mayo, BBQ sauce)
- Salad dressing (all varieties)
- Paper goods (tissues, toilet paper, paper towels)
- Household cleaning products (multi-purpose spray/disinfectant, laundry detergent, dish soap, sponges/wipes)
- Skin care products (body lotion, hand cream, wet wipes)
- Feminine hygiene products (tampons, mini-pads, maxi-pads, overnight)
- Bladder control products (medium, heavy-long pads)
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
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