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What's happening this week...

Saturday, December 24 at 10 AM
(In person only, no livestream)

A service of communion and candlelight.

Saturday, December 24


6 PM: In person only
8 PM: In person and livestream


A service of candlelight.

Sunday, December 25 at 10 AM

(In person and livestream)

What's new in this edition of the Weekly E-news...

Holiday Office Hours

From Monday December 26 through Monday January 2, the Wesley Church office will be closed for the holidays. 

Catching Up with Pastor Candy

This week, I had the privilege of joining with two dynamic colleagues -- Pastor Nina of Epworth United Methodist Church and Pastor Suzanne of Blessed Trinity Lutheran Parish -- for our annual observance of the "Blue Christmas." This service (also called Quiet Christmas or The Longest Night) creates a space for those who are struggling to discover some Christmas peace. It's an honor to create that space, and a joy two work with these two fellow clergywomen! 

What's coming up...

New Year's Day Worship

Start out 2023 by worshipping with us! On Sunday January 1, we will have one blended worship service at 10 AM. During that service, we'll reflect and dream and set some new spiritual goals for a new year. Join us! 

Meals for BES

This year, our church will once again be supporting the work of the Bethlehem Emergency Shelter (BES) -- and you can help make it happen! Once each month, we provide hot meals, monitor the shower schedule, and offer a loving presence to the guests of the shelter. We will be serving our next meal on Monday January 16. We'll be at the shelter from 4 PM to 9 PM, but shorter shifts are available to fit your schedule. To get involved, please contact our coordinator Becky Hess.

Winter Book Club

This winter, cozy up by the fire with some selections from our Winter Book Club! Grab a book, start reading, and join us for our book discussions:
  • Tuesday January 31 at 6:30 PM:
    Finding God in the Waves by Mike McHargue
  • Tuesday February 28 at 6:30 PM:
    Kindred by Octavia Butler
  • Tuesday March 28 at 6:30 PM:
    Threading My Prayer Rug by Sabeeha Rehman
For more information, contact Pastor Candy

Winter Movie Night: Cast Your Vote!

For our Winter Movie Night, we're planning a '90s throwback... but we need your input! Should we show The Mighty Ducks or Cool Runnings? Help us choose the best winter throwback movie by casting your vote. And mark your calendars for Winter Movie Night on Saturday January 28 at 6 PM!

Have something to add to e-news?

To include your ministry update or appeal in an upcoming edition of the Wesley Church e-news, please send the announcement to Pastor Candy

Our Staff


Candy LaBar, Lead Pastor
Susan Matacavage,
Church Administrator
Brian Graybeal,
Minister to Youth
Deb Silliman,
Director of Children's Ministries
Becky Graybeal,
Director of Music
Chris Perfetti,
Director of Bell and Chime Choirs
Keranie Whipple,
Childcare Coordinator
Debbie Ace, Housekeeper
Betty Killo, Housekeeper/Data Entry

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COVID Update


Masking will remain optional at Wesley Church.
In order to help you make an informed decision about your own mitigation practices, the church will share our county's updated risk category and corresponding CDC guidelines in each edition of our weekly enews. For more information, visit cdc.gov.

Northampton County is currently in the "medium risk" category.
CDC guidelines include:
  • If you are at high risk for severe illness, talk to your healthcare provider about whether you need to wear a mask and take other precautions
  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
  • Get tested if you have symptoms

Ongoing Reminders

  • Pastoral Care: If you have a pastoral care need, please contact the church office or email Pastor Candy. 
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry: Put your love of craft to some holy use! To get involved, contact Karen Rose at 610-657-5440, or by email
  • Altar Flowers: Mark a special occasion by providing altar flowers in worship! To sign up, email Susan Matacavage. Each bouquet costs $40. 
  • Amazon Smile: Support Wesley Church by using AmazonSmile -- for each Amazon purchase you make, a donation is made to our church. Visit smile.amazon.com for more details. 
  • WCOF Wawa Coupons: Support our preschool by purchasing Wawa coupons! Each coupon costs $4, can be redeemed for a Wawa Shorti hoagie (valued at $4.79-5.59), and includes a $1 donation to Wesley Circle of Friends Preschool. It's a win-win fundraiser! To order gift cards, or for more information, contact Susan Matacavage
  • Vanco Mobile: Download Vanco Mobile (formerly Give+) for more information on making a one-time or recurring financial gift. 
  • Birthday Cards: Our prayer team is seeking to send birthday cards to senior adults in our congregation. To be included, email Susan Matacavage (susan@wesleychurch.com) with your name and birth date. 
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