The church is not a place, building, or program. It is people. God has called us to be connected to one another in community. No matter what size a church is, one of the most difficult parts of joining a new church is connecting with new people. If you want to meet people and grow in your relationship with God, we believe being a part of life groups at Wilshire is the best path to take.
More information here.
At the heart of Jesus’ teaching was the missional command to love God, to love our neighbors, and to make fully devoted followers of Jesus.
At Wilshire Avenue, serving is vital to how we reach out and love our communities in very practical ways to help meet needs and, most importantly, share the love of Jesus.
Sign up to serve here.
As women of Wilshire Avenue, our desire is to reach women and for them to be rooted and renewed in the word of God, in order to respond to the needs within our church and local communities. Whether you are new to God’s word or deeply rooted in it, there is a place for you.
For more information on women’s ministries at Wilshire, please contact us:
Boomers is a ministry to people born between 1946 – 1964 (51 – 69 approx.).
The purpose of Boomers ministry is to achieve the following:
1) Develop friendships with people in this age group and provide outreach opportunities through events and activities that are conducive to inviting friends and building camaraderie
2) Help each other grow spiritually and emotionally by encouraging each other, praying for each other, and participating in short devotionals at each event
3) Present opportunities which will allow each person to contribute to the missions and ministries of Wilshire Ave Community Church
4) Provide educational opportunities (as available) on subjects pertinent to the Boomer age group
If you wish to be placed on our e-mail distribution or mailing list, please see us at the Boomer Booth between services on Sunday Mornings or contact Lauren Carpenter 714/345-7088 or Barb Crockett 714/501-1417.
PRIME TIME is a ministry to senior adults of Wilshire Avenue Community Church and the community. The purpose of this ministry is to develop and implement a program which will:
Join us on the last Tues. of each month for lunch at 11:30am and a special speaker or activity. Search our calendar for additional events and information. If you would like to receive our monthly Prime Time newsletter, contact Pastor El Roy Pankow at 714.526.2265 X102 or email at elroy@wilshireave.com and we will add your name to the mailing list.
If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel.
That’s the reason for GriefShare, a special seminar and support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time. Each GriefShare session includes a video seminar and group discussion. A GriefShare workbook assists you with note-taking, journaling, and grief study. The videos feature top experts on grief recovery, dramatic reenactments about living with grief, and real-life stories of people who have experienced loss.
You are welcome to begin attending the GriefShare group at any session. Each is “self-contained,” so you don’t have to attend in sequence. You will find encouragement and help whenever you begin. You will be able to continue with GriefShare through the next cycle and view any of the videos you have not seen.
Register for GriefShare at wilshireave.com/griefshare.