Join us for worship on Sunday at 10 AM!
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Worship This Week:
Judges: Into the Spiral Sermon Series
Part 1: "Idolized"
Judges 2:1-13
This month, the Power of One offering will benefit
camperships & summer camp ministries.
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What's happening this week...
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Candlelight Vigil for Ukraine
On Saturday February 25, join members of the Bethlehem Interfaith Group and representatives of local Ukrainian churches for a candlelight vigil marking the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine. The vigil will take place at Payrow Plaza at 7:30 PM. All are welcome! Please continue to pray for the people of Ukraine during this time.
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Labyrinth Tear-Down: Helpers Needed!
Many thanks to those who helped to set up our prayer labyrinth for our observance of Ash Wednesday! Helpers are needed after worship this Sunday (February 26) to take the labyrinth down and pack it away. We will bring the labyrinth back out during Holy Week for more opportunities for holy, prayerful walking.
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Confirmation Begins
Our new Confirmation group begins meeting this Sunday, February 26. This year, our confirmation class is a small group of largely senior high youth. The program will run through January 2024. Please pray for our confirmands throughout their faith journey!
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Winter Book Club - Discussion this Week!
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 remaining book discussions:
- This 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
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What's new in this edition of the Weekly E-news...
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Catching Up with Pastor Candy
This week, I had the opportunity to head up to one of my favorite places -- Pocono Plateau -- to enjoy lunch with members of our youth group who were attending the Plateau's annual winter youth retreat. I am so grateful to our youth leaders -- Brian Graybeal, Liz Lewis, Becky Graybeal, and Chris Jacobsen -- for the time and energy they invest in shaping the faith of our younger members.
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Mammy's Angels Halupki Fundraiser
Help the work of Mammy's Angels by supporting their upcoming Halupki fundraiser! The cost for each dinner is $15, and includes two halupki, mashed potatoes, corn, salad, bread, and a desert. All funds raised will benefit the Easter program. Dinners will be available for pickup on March 4 between 5 PM and 7 PM. For more information, or to place an order, please contact Debbie Ace.
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Free Piano Available
Our church Trustees currently have a piano that is available for free to any individual who wants to offer it a good home! If you are interested in this instrument, please contact the church office.
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Backpack Chili Cookoff
Support our backpack program and enjoy some delicious chili! On Sunday March 5 after worship, our Backpack Team will host a Chili Cookoff Fundraiser. Chili cooks and hungry tasters are needed! Donation jars will be placed by each chili entry. The winner will be determined by the chili that raises the most money! For more information, please contact Sarah Campbell.
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Spring Fling Vendor & Yard Sale
On Saturday March 11 from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, stop by the Wesley Fellowship Hall for the Spring Fling! This event includes a variety of vendor tables as well as yard sale items. At 1:00 PM, there will be an egg hunt for children ages 1-13 (no registration required). We'll also be collecting Easter basket items (baskets, candy, grass, fillers, small toys, stuffed animals) and Easter dinner items (canned vegetables, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and gravy) for local families. For more information, please contact Debbie Ace.
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Meals for BES
Help those who are experiencing homelessness by supporting the work of the Bethlehem Emergency Shelter (BES)! 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 March 13. 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. |
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Tools for Ministry
Join the North District of the Eastern PA Conference for the annual Tools for Ministry program! This half-day training is designed to equip and empower volunteers in local churches to carry out powerful ministries in their church and communities. Tools for Ministry will take place on Saturday March 11 at Asbury UMC in Allentown. Check in begins at 8:30 AM, and workshops conclude by 12:00 PM.
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"The Chosen" Study: Mark Your Calendars
Several people have asked whether there will be a discussion group for Season 3 of The Chosen. Well, the answer is Yes! Sessions will start on Monday April 17 and will run through June 5. The time is 7:00-8:30, and it will be held in the parlor. If you have questions or are interested in signing up, contact Barbara Reimers (610-694-0767) or Wendy Arbushites (570-807-9428). You need not have participated in previous sessions as long as you have viewed Seasons 1 and 2. Study guides are already available for $15.
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Backpack Save-the-Date
This year, our annual "We Got Your Back" backpack festival will take place on Saturday July 29. Please mark the date in your calendars and watch your e-news for ways to support the backpack program through fundraisers, donation drives, volunteer opportunities, and more. For more information, please reach out via email.
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Our Preschool is hiring!
Our Wesley's Circle of Friends Preschool is now hiring for the positions of:
Preschool teachers
Teacher aids
Work two, three, or five days per week, with a 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM schedule. Optional extended care shifts (as early as 8:00 AM and as late as 4:00 PM) are also available. Regular school year and summer school positions are now open! Early childhood education is preferred, but not required. Compensation commensurate with education and experience, starting at a minimum of $11.25 per hour.
Please send email of interest to: susan@wesleychurch.com
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Register for Summer Camp
It may be chilly or dreary outside right now, but in just a few months summer sun will be here! This summer, consider registering your child(ren) or grandchild(ren) for a life-changing, faith-forming week of summer camp at Pocono Plateau. Summer camp registration is now open! Visit the Plateau website to browse this year's camp offerings (including the GRAM & Me camp, directed by Pastor Candy!). Register by April 1 for a $25 discount.
If you would like to volunteer as a camp counselor, nurse, or facilities/property volunteer, please contact Pastor Candy for more information.
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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. |
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Our Wesley Church Staff
Candy LaBar, Lead Pastor
Susan Matacavage, Church Administrator
Becky Graybeal, Director of Music
Deb Silliman, Director of Christian Education
Brian Graybeal, Minister to Youth
Keranie Whipple, Childcare Coordinator
Chris Perfetti, Director of Bell Choirs
Sharon Schultz, Financial Administrator
Debbie Ace, Housekeeper
Betty Killo, Housekeeper / Data Entry
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