Christmas at Wilshire
We are excited for the Christmas Season approaching! This is the time we get to celebrate the birth of our Savior!
We all have friends, family, coworkers that we would love to come to know the hope, love and joy we have in Jesus. Our Christmas services are a great opportunity for you to bring the people you care about to hear this incredible hope we have in Jesus. This also is the time we can truly love our friends, neighbors and family and invite them to hear the good news. Who are your 8-15 that would be blessed to hear about the birth of Jesus? Studies have shown that many people would go to church if someone invited them.
- Wed. Dec. 21st at 6:00pm (Dinner After)
- Sat. Dec. 24th at 3:00 & 4:30pm
Christmas Day Service
- Sunday Dec. 25th at 11:00am (one service together).
Holiday Office Hours
- December 26th – CLOSED
- December 27-30 10am-2pm
- January 02 – CLOSED
WA Kids Best Birthday Ever // DEC 21
If you’ve wondered how you can share the hope we have in Jesus with the next generation this Christmas season…
At Wilshire, we are one large family helping the next generation find & follow Jesus. Whether you are a college student, adult, High School student, have kids or not, we’re excited to help make a great experience for children on Dec.21 at our Best Birthday ever!
We want to provide a great event for our community to hear about the hope we have in Jesus this Christmas! Whether you’re looking to be a difference maker or to help your little ones enjoy this event, we are excited to have you be a part of the Christmas fun.
- Invite a friend to the service starting at 6:00pm on 12/21
- Dinner will be provided after
- Fun events in the gym for kids and parents right after the 6:00pm service
Sign up to be a Difference Maker for this event contact office@wilshireave.com
Giving at Wilshire
The act of giving changes us, making us more like our generous Creator. God is the ultimate giver who gave the most precious gift, His son Jesus, to die on the cross for our sins. We are passionate about sharing this message with our communities and with the next generation. Your giving helps transform lives and helps make a difference! You can give to God at wilshireave.com/give by clicking on the button below.
The Berean Bible Study
Room 304 // 10:30 AM
The Berean Bible Study Group will begin a study of The Great Awakening. All Adults are welcome.
The Great Awakening
Long before the American Revolution a revival brought spiritual awakening in the American
colonies, England, Wales, Scotland, and in several nations in Europe. Historians call it
“The Great Awakening.” Among its effects:
- Thousands of people found life-changing relationships with Jesus Christ.
- New schools and orphanages were created to bring hope to children.
- Prisons were reformed.
- A campaign was launched to end slavery.
- New opportunities opened up for women.
- England was spared the violent revolution that convulsed France
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 – 6 PM or on Sunday morning at one of the services.
YTH Nights // Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30PM
We’re hanging and worshiping the Lord every Wednesday nights! Hang out with us in the Worship Center at Wilshire Ave starting at 6:30PM.
Wednesday night schedule:
WED NIGHT SCHEDULE:
6-6:30PM Pre-Service Prayer
6:30-7:00PM HANGZ (Jr. high in gym/High school on plaza)
7-8PM YTH Service
8-8:30 Small Groups
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays
Monday, DEC 20 // 6:30 – 8:30PM
The holiday season can be stressful and trying. Especially for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. If you’re finding it hard to keep pushing through all the holiday festivities and are finding it increasingly hard to see that God loves you and cares when sadness and despair seem to surround you; we here at Wilshire want you to know that you are not alone. Please join us on Tuesday, December 20th in the evening at 630pm for our Surviving the Holidays event. Our own GriefShare leader Hope Lantz, who is a certified grief educator, will be leading this event. If you have any questions or would like to go ahead sign up to attend, please see Hope after service Sunday at the Start Here booth. or contact Hope Lantz at hope.lantz@gmail.com.
GriefShare // Tuesdays
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.
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
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.
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
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
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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?
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Additional Support Resources
You can find some great support videos for dealing with singleness, marriage, and parenting during COVID-19 here.
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.
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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