Pastor Appreciation Month // OCTOBER
Join Us in Thanking and Honoring our Pastors for the countless hours they spend at church serving and assisting in the work of the ministry. You are welcome to show your appreciation in any way that you feel is appropriate. Thank you for joining us as we honor our Pastors who have dedicated their lives to the service of God and His people.
WA Kids Fall-O-Ween Candy Donations
We are in need of candy Donations. Candy bins will be in the Worship Center lobby and the start here booth or you can drop them off in the office by Friday, October 28th.
WA Kids Save the Date Fall-O-Ween // OCT 30
10:30am-1:00pm
We hope you’ll join us Sunday, October 30th after the 10:30 am service and invite a friend along as well. We will be having: Carnival games, food and crafts! Kid Friendly Costumes encouraged! Don’t forget your treat bucket!
We need Difference Makers to work the carnival booths and pass out candy. Difference Makers can reach out to Pastor Kellie at Kellie@wilshireave.com
LIGHTS children’s choir, for ages 4-11 // Sundays
Children’s choir is starting again for ages 4-11 ⁃ will be teaching classic Sunday school songs, newer songs, and basic music theory ⁃ from 10-10:30 in room 302 and we will bring them to their designated classes after ⁃ this a great opportunity for them to learn the importance of praise and worship and use their talents for Jesus. If you are interested in joining the children’s choir please contact Elaine Salico at evsalico@aol.com
MOPS and MOMSnext //NOV 02
At MOPS and MOMS next, 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! Sign up at: https://wilshireave.com/mops
MOPS meets in person on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9:15 – 11:15 AM.
DATES:
November 02,16,30,December 07
1st child = $45
Additional child(ren) = $40
WA Kids First Friday // NOV 04
Our 3rd – 5th graders are invited to “First Friday” every first Friday of every month from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. They will be able to hang out with their friends and grow in their faith. Dinner will be provided
Surviving the Holiday’s & Surviving the Holiday’s 4 Kids // NOV 12
Saturday November 12, 2022 from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas? Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated?
Our Surviving the Holidays seminar is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. You’ll learn:
- How to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays
- What to do about traditions and other coming changes
- Helpful tips for surviving social events
- How to discover hope for your future
Cost: $10 (includes guide and materials)
Email today for more information GriefShare@wilshireave.com
Save the Date – Golf Tournament // NOV 14
Our Annual Heart of Downtown Golf Tournament will be on Monday, November 14th. This is the one major fundraiser that we do each year to fund our Heart of Downtown Ministries. The funds we raise at this tournament enable us to maker a difference and have a heart for our cities.
Operation Christmas Child // Boxes Due by NOV 20
Now is a good time to start thinking about what you will pack in your Operation Christmas Child shoebox this year. This year is an important year to continue with this good work. You can pick up a box and a shopping list in the church office Monday – Friday from 9 am to 4 pm or Sunday at the Start Here Booth. You can find more information or build a box online using the links below.
More instructions:
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/pack-a-shoe-box/
Build a shoebox online:
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/
YTH Nights // Wednesday’s 6:30 – 8:30PM
We’re hanging and worshiping the Lord every Wednesday night! Hang out with us in the Worship Center at Wilshire Ave starting at 6:30PM.
Fresh Hope // Wednesdays
Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8 pm, Online via Zoom
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.
GriefShare // TuesdaysTuesdays from 6:30pm – 8:30pm |
Divorce Care // Tuesdays // 6:30PM- 8:30PM
Don’t try to go through separation or divorce alone. Connect with a Divorce Care group either in person or online. You’ll find caring people who understand the issues you face and practical counsel for decision-making and managing stress. Register by going to wilshireave.com/connect
Get Connected to a Life Group
Our Life groups at Wilshire Avenue are a great way to get connected and grow together with others in your journey with Christ. We have groups that meet on different days and times throughout the week and would love to help get you connected to a group that works for you. We will begin sign ups on Sunday, August 28th and we encourage you to stop by the Start Here booth on the plaza to meet some of the leaders and sign up for a group. You can also sign up at www.wilshireave.com/groups!
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.
Sunday Morning Welcome Team
Reading program at OC United
Snacks and Meals for Solidarity
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
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