WA Birthday Celebration & Annual Meeting // TODAY JAN 30
As we do every year, the last Sunday of January is our Wilshire Ave Birthday Celebration and Annual Meeting. We will be celebrating in person and online at 9 & 10:30 am. Followed by our annual business meeting and lunch in the Plaza. Childcare will be provided. Proposed 2022 budgets will be available for pick up this Sunday, January 16th in the plaza and in the church office during the week starting Tuesday, January 18th or through mail (by request only).
First Steps // 1st – 5th grade // JAN 23
Are you ready to take the First Step at Wilshire? This class is designed for those ready to know what salvation means and how to follow Jesus. Class will be in the Under ground Lounge from 11:30 – 12:30. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by emailing kellie@wilshireave.com
Byerrum Park Clean up // FEB 13
Let’s work together to love our city!
As a church we are partnering with the City of Fullerton and the Parks and Recreation department to help take care of Byerrum Park on the corner of Chapman and Raymond. Our church will be going twice a month to help clean and take care of the park. This is a great way to serve as a family or a life group or even with a few friends. Please email bryan@wilshireave.com to sign up or if you have any questions.
(Upcoming dates: Feb. 13, Mar. 13, Apr. 10, May 15. )
Welcome/Connection Dinner // FEB 22
Welcome/Connection Dinner If you are newer to Wilshire Avenue and looking to meet some of the staff, hear more about the church, and how to get connected, we would love to invite you to our Welcome and Connection Dinner on Tuesday, February 22nd at 6:00 pm. This is a great next step on your faith journey and will help you to see all that God is doing here at Wilshire Avenue and how to get connected. Please RSVP to office@wilshireave.com by Sunday, February 20th.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) // Starts MAR 02
At MOPS, we gather moms. We believe in the simple but revolutionary idea that remarkable things happen when moms come together. That’s why we rally women, in their own neighborhoods, to help them become more brave, kind and honest, one gathering at a time. So, whether you are a soon-to-be mom, first-time mom or seventh-time mom, you are welcome!
MOPS meets in person on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9:15 – 11:15 AM.
DATES:
February 2, 16 & 30, March 2 & 16, April 6 & 20, May 4 & 18, June 01
COST:
Mom = $50
1st child = $45
Additional child(ren) = $40
Cold Weather – Coat Drive
Over the next couple months as it is getting colder, we will be collecting gently used coats and jackets to give out to those in need at our Food Bank and in the community. If you would like to donate any used coats or jackets they can be dropped off in the bin next to the church office Monday-Friday between 9 am – 4 pm or on Sunday morning at one of the services.
LIGHTS children’s choir, for ages 4-11,
Sunday’s from 10:00 – 10:30 AM
For the children’s safety, at this time, masks are needed for all participant’s But that won’t stop our music! We’ll just learn to sing a little louder! For more information please contact Elaine Salico at evsalico@aol.com
Be A Difference Maker
There are so many ways for you to make a difference both here at Wilshire and in our community. On Sunday mornings you can help us with set up, tear down and part of our connection team. Or during the week you can help us prepare for Sunday mornings in many different ways. We also have opportunities to serve in the community. If you’re interested we would love to have you join the team and see what God can do through you. Email office@wilshireave.com for more information or go to link.wilshireave.com/dm to see a list of ways you can serve.
GriefShare // Starts FEB 01
Tuesdays from 6:30pm – 8:30pm
This has been a tough season, we all have things to grieve. GriefShare, is a support group for people grieving any kind of loss. GriefShare, is a 12 week class that helps give you tools to process your grief. You can sign up at wilshireave.com/griefshare. Email griefshare@wilshireave.com for more information.
Fresh Hope // Starts FEB 02
Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8 pm, Online via Zoom
Live meetings Mar. 2, April 6; May 4; June 1; July 6th; Aug 3; Sept 7; Oct 5; Nov 2, Dec 6.
Fresh Hope is a new group that we are starting here at Wilshire for anyone who is currently experiencing or has had a mental health challenge as well as families members of those with a mental health challenge. Fresh Hope is a safe place for you to meet with a group of peers who share similar experiences with mental health. Fresh Hope is free to attend. Register by going to wilshireave.com/connect.
Colombia Church Plant
God is doing amazing things at the church we helped plant in Colombia. The building is currently under construction but that hasn’t stopped the believers there. The church is making a difference in the community and meeting under a tree to worship and have service. Please continue to pray for Colombia as their COVID numbers have increased recently.
Download Our WA App
If you haven’t done so yet, make sure to download our Wilshire Ave app where you can find all of our sermons, events and receive push notifications to keep you up to date. You can download it on your app store at wilshireave.com/app.
Download The Parent Cue App
Parents, if you’ve ever wondered what your children are learning on Sundays we want to introduce you to the Parent Cue App. The Parent Cue App is directly linked to our Sunday WA Kids curriculum so you can stay in the loop with what they’re learning. The app will help you make the most of the every day opportunities that come up by cueing you with questions, activities and lessons to fit in a car ride or play time.
– Apple App Store
– Google Play Store
Sign Up For Our Weekly Updates
Join our email list at wilshireave.com/email. You can also join our text list at wilshireave.com/text
Sponsor A Child In The Dominican Republic
Children in the Dominican Republic are living on less than $2 a day. There are 31 more children at the new student center attached to the church plant that are waiting to be sponsored. Would you pray for the church plant in the Dominican Republic? Would you consider sponsoring a child for $38 a month to give them access to medical care, spiritual care and education? If you missed the update on the church you can watch it here. Go to wilshireave.com/global to sponsor a child today.
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Need Prayer?
Send us your prayer requests at wilshireave.com/prayerrequests
Additional Support Resources
You can find some great support videos for dealing with singleness, marriage, and parenting during COVID-19 here.
Giving at Wilshire
We have a generous God and everything that we have has been given to us by Him. If you’re new with us, please know that there is no pressure to give. More info at wilshireave.com/give.
New At Wilshire?
We are glad you are here! Send us an email at office@wilshireave.com to get connected here at Wilshire Ave.
Join Our Tech Team
We are always looking to expand our tech team. If you would like to be a part of the video, sound and lighting team contact Angie in the church office at office@wilshireave.com.
Let Us Know You’re With Us!
Tag @wilshireave on Instagram and Facebook and use the hashtag #wilshireaveonline and #ChurchAnywhere
Need Someone to Talk to?
If you need someone to talk to during these uncertain times, our WA Lifecoach Ed Cunningham is willing to meet with anyone from our church. Contact him at ed@lifelookcoaching.com
View last week’s updates here