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Announcing the “Year of the Table”

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Tables are sacred spaces. Tables are places where we say grace, experience grace, and receive grace. Around tables, we build relationships and forge long-lasting connections. At Christ’s Table, we receive the grace-filled gifts that nurture our spirits and sustain our lives. 

This year at Wesley Church, we’re celebrating the “Year of Table.” Throughout the coming year, we plan to provide various opportunities for us to gather around tables (strengthening our relationships) and to gather at Christ’s Table (deepening our faith). As we plan activities, make decisions, or launch ministries, we’ll be asking two key questions: How does this bring us closer? How does this take us deeper? 

We hope you’ll join us in many ways at many tables as we seek to strengthen our relationships and deepen our faith in this “Year of the Table!”

Sunday School Is Coming…

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Celebrate the start of the Sunday School year with us!

Join us for our Sunday School Scavenger Hunt on Sunday September 11 in the Fellowship Hall. You’ll have the chance to meet Sunday School teachers and search for treasure — hints from Bible stories and characters to remind us that God loves us!

And mark your calendars for our Rally Day and Back to Sunday School with Jesus! On Sunday September 18, join us for our pancake breakfast. Share fellowship and yummy pancakes before Sunday School classes begin. 

Also, don’t forget to register for Sunday School classes! To register, click here. Have questions? Email Miss Deb.

Backpack Program Update!

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Backpack 2022 Update:

Our Backpack Team is hard at work preparing for the We’ve Got Your Back event on August 20.   

Stuff Backpacks after Worship in August

We need lots of volunteers to help stuff the backpacks with supplies! Join us in the Fellowship Hall after worship on Sunday 8/7 and Sunday 8/14 to stuff backpacks. 

SNU (Sock ‘n’ Underwear) Donations

Sock and underwear donations are being collected in the Atrium and out front of the building until the event Look for the bin outside the front doors of the church and the display in the Atrium. Socks and underwear can also be purchased from Amazon and shipped directly to us via our Amazon Wish List.   

Clothing Drive – Ends This Week!

Help our Backpack Team raise funds by cleaning out your closets, attics, garages, and basements. Please place your gently used/unwanted items in tightly-tied bags. Every bag counts! Give your items a second chance to be worn or used again. We accept used/wearable clothing, shoes, linens, work gear, and accessories. The more our collection weights, the more we raise! All clothing donations can be placed in the coat area by the education wing doors. Donations must be packed in plastic bags and received by July 31. Questions? Email us!

Worship at Musikfest – Save the Date!

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Mark your calendars for Wednesday August 10 at 3:30 PM for BIG’s Musikfest worship! Join friends of many faiths in the Bethlehem Interfaith Group (BIG) for this opportunity to share music and worship together. More details to come!

“Music of Faith & Hope.” Diverse faith communities will offer sacred music to lift one’s soul and spirit. You won’t want to miss it on Wednesday, August 10 @ 3:30pm at Payrow Plaza (10 East Church Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18018)

Church Library

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As you read this, the books are sitting on shelves — eager to spend a couple of weeks in your home and hands! 
There’s a Young Adult shelf in our library, with titles like:

  • The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkein (fiction)
  • The Jew Called Jesus by Robert Crotty (non-fiction)
  • Beyond Innocence by Jane Goodall (biography)
  • Surprised by Joy by C.S. Lewis (biography)

Look on the far side of the library. Books are easy to sign out! Use the card in the back pocket of the book and place the card in the basket near the desk. 

Please click for our Wesley Church Library ONLINE

Revelation Study Is Underway

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We’ve had incredible turnout for our Bible study on the book of Revelation! Through this study, you’ll have the chance to view Revelation in a new, encouraging, and hope-filled light. 

WHAT: Join us for a six-week study on the book of Revelation!
WHO: Pastor Steph and anyone with questions, problems, or curiosities 
WHEN: The same study will be offered at two different times each week — choose which one works best for you!

Sunday mornings through August 7, 11:15 AM – 12:30 PM 

Thursday evenings through August 11, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM

WHERE: Wesley Church Library

WHY: Are you confused by the book of Revelation? Are you afraid of the book? Are you wondering how it applies to your own life? You’re not alone. The book of Revelation is perhaps the most misunderstood and most misused book of the Bible. Yet it was originally intended to be one of the most encouraging and hope-filled letters to the early churches. That’s why we are offering a study suited for those who know their scripture by heart, as well as those who might not even own a Bible. Truly all are invited and encouraged to come find out why the book of Revelation is nothing to be afraid of, but rather something to be cherished.

WHAT TO BRING: There is no book to buy, no video to watch. Just bring you, your curiosity, and a Bible if you have one (Pastor Steph will have extras just in case).
For more info, or to sign up, contact Pastor Steph.