Wesley Memorial Goes to Ireland: Dr. Jeff and Tammy Patterson and Educational Opportunities Tours will lead a tour of Ireland on May 22-30. We will be studying the origins of English Christianity while visiting the beautiful sights of Ireland including Dublin, Clonmacnoise, Connemara, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, Waterville, Blarney Castle, Rock of Cashel, Glendalough. For those interested, a four-day extension to Northern Ireland is offered: Belfast, Londonderry, Malahide Castle, Monasterboice, the Antrim Coast, Giant’s Causeway. Cost for the basic trip is $4798 (flying from Greensboro)which includes air travel, first class hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, deluxe motor coaches, guides, entrance fees, taxes, tips and fees.  If you provide your own air travel, the cost is $3398. These prices are double occupancy, but you can have a single room for an extra $798. There will be an informational meeting on Sunday, July 28, 5:30 pm in the Dining Hall.  

The world we live in is in desperate need of a praying people, whose hearts are united to fervently and faithfully seek the face of God. Riley Phelps and Elli Yu are hosting prayer from Monday to Friday in the Chapel from 9 AM to 10 AM. During this time, we will seek to worship the Lord and pray for each other, family and friends, church, and the broader world. Matthew 18:20 promises, "For where two or more are gathered in my name, I am there among them." As Christ's return is soon, let us cry out to the Lord!

The Wesley 100 Men's Group will be selling chicken pies in the dining hall on August 4th starting at 9am! Pies will be sold in the dining hall from 9 a.m. until around 11:30 a.m., then in the Asbury Room from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. to accommodate members attending the 11:00 service. Each pie costs $15.00. To guarantee your pie, preorder now by emailing Edwin Bass at edwinbass@triad.rr.com or calling 336-880-2331. Don't miss out on these tasty chicken pies!

Snail Mail rocks, especially when it comes to cards. So spread some joy as part of the Caring Card Crew! Join us every second Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Circle View Room as we discuss current prayer concerns, and make plans to send cards to our Wesley Memorial family. You'll choose names from the prayer list and directory, and during the month send a card to those you've selected. Nothing is required at this meeting except a heart for making someone smile! There's no registration needed, either. Simply come as you can and know that you're bringing a smile to many in our congregation. Our next meeting with be Tuesday, August 13th. 

Young Adults are meeting from 6-8 PM on Sunday nights in the Student Wing. Come join us for a time to hang out, enjoy dinner, and worship! Young Adults are coming together for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Hang out, share a meal, and engage in worship with friends. 

Our fall student ministry to middle and high school students will be ramping up again very soon. If you feel called to serve as a Wednesday night small group leader, van driver or to provide a Wednesday dinner to our students (60+ in number), email ksledge@wesleymemorial.org or call 336-812-4813 today! 

Wesley Memorial School is a Christian school of excellence committed to caring for children and families in a safe, nurturing environment. As we get ready for the 2024-2025 School Year, we are looking for the following positions:

• Substitute teachers (always needed and appreciated!)
• Infant or Twos Teacher
• Fours Teachers
• Floaters

Qualifications are listed below, but are not limited to:

• Early Education Degree
• Degree in Education / psychology
• Years of childcare experience
• NC State Credentials
• CDA / EDU 119

Our Core Values Are:

• Preparation – Children are prepared for academic success in an environment of excellence and creativity.
• Nurture – Children are nurtured through positive, supportive and caring relationships in a diverse community.
• Partnership – A Christ-centered environment is provided as we partner with families in their child’s spiritual formation.

Our Purpose Is To Provide:

~ An environment of Christian nurture and educational opportunities based on sound principals of early childhood development and quality care for young children.

~ Opportunities for each child to enhance his/her learning, academic performance, and   personal gifts.

~ An educated and professional staff that is passionate about early childhood education.

~ A Christian environment where teachers and families partner in nurturing a child’s early development in social, moral, educational, and spiritual growth.

~ A welcoming and inclusive Christ-centered community that embraces and cares for all children and their families.

If interested, please submit your resume to cbose@wesleymemorial.org or call 336-884-4232. 

This is a friendly reminder that Wednesday evening Vespers will move from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the summer (June - August). Our Wednesday evening dinners will start back on September 11th.

Lillian, an HPU senior who uses a motorized wheelchair for mobility, needs assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) during mornings and evenings. You can help by taking as little as one shift, and you'll have the flexibility to fit this into your schedule. Lillian is a typical student who just needs a bit of support and has a service dog to assist her. We offer $20 an hour for most shifts, and $25 an hour for Friday and Saturday evenings to acknowledge the sacrifice of giving up a weekend night. If you're interested, please reach out to Kathleen (617-874-7399 or Kathleen_ellmore@yahoo.com) for more details. Your support can make a significant difference! Thank you for considering.

Monday Morning Studies

10:30 am, Media Center

July 1, 8, 15, 29, Aug. 5, and 12 will be a Study of the Psalms (led by Susannah Pittman).

For millennia, the Psalms have been at the heart of the worship, songs, and prayers of the people of God—in fact, the Psalms have often been referred to as the “Prayerbook” or the “Hymnbook” of the Bible. In this 6-week study, we’ll explore the various genres of psalms and how these psalms shape our worship and devotional practices.

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Wednesday Studies

June 5 – August 14, 9:30 am, Dining Hall & 6:45 pm, Media Center

This study will be taught by Jeff Patterson and will focus on The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis.

The Silver Chair is a fantasy that children enjoy but that enrich the spiritual lives of Christians. In this chronicle, two children, Polly and Eustace, are sent on a journey to Narnia to rescue their friend, Prince Rilian, who has been captured by the Lady of the Green Kirtle who rules the Underland. Puddleglum, one of Lewis’s most memorable characters, accompany Polly and Eustace on their quest. Throughout the course, we’ll be connecting the thought of Lewis to the Bible. Please read the first two chapters for the first class.

To register for any of these spiritual formation experiences, either call (336-884-2204) or email (receptionist@wesleymemorial.org) the church.

Since the sanctuary wing of our building was constructed in 1968, there has been a commitment to the presentation of the rich and important history of our church. That commitment has reached a new level in 2024 as your Historical Committee has redesigned the former “History Room” into a new, modern, and expanded Historical Museum.

We invite you to the Wesley Memorial Historical Museum Opening and Hymn Sing on August 17^th where the congregation will be able to experience our church history on a level that far exceeds previous offerings. Its doors will open from 4 pm – 5pm, followed by a Hymn Sing in which the congregation will be able to enjoy the new hymnals (the museum will remain open immediately following). Come to the museum, which now connects the sanctuary to the adult Sunday School wing and enjoy over 200 framed photos, a timeline about our church from 1856 to the present, and display cases containing items and artifacts never before displayed! (Childcare provided for ages 0-3)

Come out for a fun day of activities at the HorsePower Therapeutic Riding Center on Saturday, August 17th, and learn how this wonderful organization ministers to youth and veterans through skills learned in horseback riding. You will also have a chance to meet Cassie, the horse that Wesley Memorial sponsors. Horsepower is one of the many missions Wesley Memorial supports with your generous financial gifts. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available at HorsePower - for more information contact Jan Clifford at: jan@horsepower.org or 336-931-1424.

Are you interested in photography, event coverage, signage, design, or any form of media? We are excited to announce the formation of a new Church Media Team and we want YOU to be a part of it!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in church life. This team will be involved in capturing moments at events, designing signage, and contributing to the overall visual storytelling of our church.

All ages are welcome – this is a great opportunity for high school students looking to earn volunteer hours or for anyone looking to become more involved in our church community.

If you're interested, please reach out to communications@wesleymemorial.org for more information.

The Senior Adults have a wonderful outing planned for August 22 to the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre in Wytheville, Va. It will take about 2 hours to get there via church bus.  The matinee play that we will see will be "Motown Sound".  Move and groove through the hits of Motown from Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, the Drifters, the Jackson 5, the Supremes and more! Join the fun for a non-stop party with some of the best music ever produced.  

The group will board the church buses at 9:00am on the 22nd and head to Wytheville with a bathroom break. After arriving at the theatre, the group will get checked in and seated. A delicious meal will be served at Noon. The show begins at 1:30pm.  

The cost of the event will be $59.99 a person. That covers the show, lunch, tax and gratuity. Please register at the front desk with your check for $59.99 made payable to Wesley Memorial with Senior Adult outing in the memo line. The seats were reserved early because they fill up fast. The group should be back at the church around 6:00pm. Take a wrap with you because it tends to get chilly in the theatre. 

UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS FILLED UP. YOU MAY CALL THE CHURCH TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST.

AUTUMN LIGHTS

Outdoor Candlelight Prayer Service

Sunday, September 29, 2024

7:30-8:00 pm

(Registration begins 7:00)

Raising Awareness and Financial Support to Benefit

ALZHEIMER’S / DEMENTIA PATIENTS & THEIR CARE PARTNERS

The Senior Adult Council invites ALL FAMILIES of our church and community to participate in an OUTDOOR candlelight worship service of music and prayers. Upon arrival, attendees will receive candle votives in glass jars. This is a beautiful and heart-touching service. You will be invited to write names on paper flowers of your loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s now or long ago. Our pastors will pray over these names.  Currently, 1 in 3 Seniors age 65+ dies with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. By 2030, this number is expected to increase by 26%.

Thank you in advance for adding YOUR LIGHT to this crucial fight to end Alzheimer’s. Last year, our Wesley Memorial donations totaled $13,824.  We were recognized as the #1 fundraising “team” in Guilford County. All donations benefit The Alzheimer’s Association of Guilford County, given in a combined gift from Wesley Memorial. Our 2024 goal is to meet or exceed last year’s gift - - we can make a strong difference in furthering support of patients, their caregivers, and research.

Location ~ Dining Hall Patio. In case of rain, Service held in the Fellowship Hall

Are you eager to make a difference but unsure where to start? The Marthas and Stephens Ministry is on the lookout for volunteers like you! This ministry plays an important role in ensuring the success of our Wednesday night dinners and needs enthusiastic individuals to lend a hand. Volunteers will assist with tasks such as serving beverages, setting up tables, and cleaning up. Additionally, we're searching for two chairpersons to help the Hospitality Coordinator with the scheduling of volunteers. This meeting is only required twice a year. If you're interested in joining the Marthas and Stephens or would like more information, please reach out to April Maines at (336) 812-4821 or via email at amaines@wesleymemorial.org.

Wesley Memorial has a special resource for church members in need of financial assistance called the Good Shepherd Fund. If you feel called to give to this important resource, please write Good Shepherd on the memo line of your check. Thank you for your support and helping maintain this fund that helps our church family.

In times of challenge, we’re here to support one another. If you or a loved one have experienced a recent hospitalization or are facing a care concern, please contact our pastors. It's important to note that we are not automatically informed of hospitalizations, nor do we have access to hospitalization records. Therefore, the only way we can extend our support is if you inform us directly. Please be assured that we deeply respect your privacy and will not disclose any information about your situation without your explicit permission. Your trust and confidentiality are important to us. We're here to provide comfort and assistance in any way possible because your well-being matters greatly to us.

Congregational Care Committee's New Parent Ministry needs your help identifying new babies born to members and active attendees of Wesley Memorial Methodist Church to recognize and honor them as they become part of the Wesley Memorial family. Please contact Linda Zenns at 336-847-5577 or linda.zenns@gmail.com with the baby's name, date of birth, and parents' names and address. Also, please include grandparents' names and great-grandparents' names, if applicable. Thank you for your help in identifying Wesley Memorial's newest children of God.

Weekly calendar information and announcements are due by 2 p.m. Tuesday to be submitted to the current week's Wesley Weekly. Monthly Memo updates and additions due by the 21st of each month at 5 p.m. Email communications@wesleymemorial.org

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The Missions team has decided to split our monthly Communion Sunday food collection between Open Door Ministries and Macedonia Family Resource Center. Both of these organizations are an integral part in fighting hunger in the High Point area. Macedonia received food donations from the postal drive in April but have already depleted their pantry as more families are requesting food. Many of these family units are becoming multigeneration because of the rising rent cost and the cost of living. Open Door Ministries provides critical services in our community for individuals and families experiencing homelessness and/or food insecurity. Wesley Memorial has been associated with this ministry for many years by providing both financial aid and volunteers. To help offset this increased demand for Food Pantry items, a collection of nonperishables is taken up each month on Communion Sunday. 

Sunday, August 4th will be our next collection going to Open Door Ministries.

Sunday, September 1st will be our next collection going to Macedonia Family Resource Center.

Bins will be placed outside of all three services for your deposits. Please bring items as you're able, knowing your kindness helps our neighbors in need. Thank you for your generosity.