Seasonal Happenings

Seasonal Happenings

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

 

 

PC(USA) Info

Use these links for information about our denomination and its agencies.
PC(USA)
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
Presbyterian Mission

 

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