“The New Normal”

What if during this season we got a clearer picture of who we really are and what our purpose is in this life? This Sunday we will explore finding purpose in the way God designed us. Join us this Sunday as we look to God who gives us our identity and purpose and leads us to that new normal.

Linda’s Testimony – Serve With What God’s Given You

If you didn’t hear it this last weekend, Linda Johnson shared her testimony about overcoming depression and mental health issues and now she is sharing her gifts with others in dark times. What has God given to you so that you can serve others?

If you are struggling, we have two groups that might be of some help to you.

• 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, is a support group for people grieving any kind of loss. Sign up at wilshireave.com/griefshare. Email Linda Johnson for more information.

“I will give you the treasures of darkness, riches stored in secret places, so that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who summons you by name.” – Isaiah 45:3a

Cold Weather – Coat Drive

Over the next few 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 to one of the services.  

Thanksgiving Food Bank Donations 

If you are looking for items to donate to our Food Bank we are in need of the following items to give to our clients during October, November and December to have for Thanksgiving and Christmas:

• Cornbread mix/biscuit mix
• Crispy Fried Onions
• Gravy jars and/or packets
• Cake Mix/Frosting
• Chicken broth
• Marshmallows
• Boxed potatoes
• Brown sugar
• Pie crusts/pie filling
• Evaporated Milk
• Canned pumpkin

All items can be brought to the bin next to the church office Monday-Friday between 9:00 am – 4:30 pm or on Sunday morning to one of the services. Thank you so much!

How Sponsors Helped Reunite a Family in Africa

When Ablavi began going to a child development center at the church for Compassion activities, her tutors recognized that she had a speech impediment. They gave her one-on-one attention each week, working with her until she was speaking at the level of her peers. She was eating better thanks to the nutritious meals served at the center. The extra tutoring in academics helped her perform better at public school…