Luke 15:8-10
“Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Does she not light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, 'Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.' In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”
A few weeks ago we lost “duckie.”
My three-year-old daughter, Anna Roe, has two duck blankets that are identical. She carries them around everywhere and they are affectionately called “duckies.” After one afternoon of play around the house and at the store, she ended up with only one ducky. Anna Roe’s two parents tore the house apart! I was in the backyard at 10 p.m. with a flashlight looking under the shed (I found many things, but none were ducky). Sitting down on the couch, Blair and I were devastated. Only one ducky.
What was fascinating was that Anna Roe was not fazed. She didn’t cry or get upset in any way. From that moment on, she no longer talked about “duckies” – only “ducky.” Did she pass through all those pop-psychology phases of denial and anger? Has she jumped all the way to “acceptance”?
BUT THEN, during spring summer cleaning JEB FOUND DUCKY! I understood what the woman in Jesus’ parable felt – real “joy.” “Rejoice with me; I have found my lost (ducky)!” Jeb was proud, Anna Roe’s parents were joyful, and Anna Roe was comforted.
That’s when I realized, in a small way, how cheap “acceptance” of loss is. That word sounds so positive – yet it is deceptive. We are told to accept the devastating affects of sin. When we deal with loss, psychology can only take us to throwing up our hands and saying, “only one ducky.” Jesus declares that the Father “sweeps the house” – throws pillows, chairs and couches aside looking for His people and redeeming His world. He doesn’t accept loss – He fixes it. As believers, we can’t fix loss – and we do need to “accept” that sin is devastating (far more devastating than the loss of a child’s plaything).
But the comfort of finding something loved that is lost pales in comparison to the comfort of being someone lost that is found.
Announcements for the Children’s Ministry in June & July
VBS 2009:
This year’s Vacation Bible School will be held from Sunday, June 21st to Friday, June 26th from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The purpose for VBS is to present the gospel clearly and creatively, so that our children and the children of the community can be brought to faith and repentance. VBS is open to all children between the ages of 4-years-old (by the end of June) to Fourth Grade (completed). VBS is free of charge, and a t-shirt is $10.
VBS Volunteers Needed:
We are most in need of Teachers for PreK and Kindergarten, help with Decorations and with Nursery. If you can help in these areas, please contact Rebecca Allan at 673-1965 or at vbs@wepc.org. But we need help in many other areas as well, so please write on your tear-off or contact Rebecca Allan if you are willing to help out.
Pre-Registration Deadline Approaches:
If you know that your child will participate in this year’s VBS, please pre-register at the VBS table in the gallery. Pre-registration will close on Sunday, June 14th.
Donations Needed:
If you have any equipment and supplies that go with a “camping/mountain hiking theme” please donate them. If you want the item back, please make sure your name is clearly written on it! Bring it to the VBS table in the gallery. Contact Rebecca Allan at vbs@wepc.org with any questions. Specific Items Requested:
Tents
Flashlights
Sleeping bags
Camping stoves (no fuel)
paper towel rolls
toilet paper rolls
cardboard egg cartons (not styrofoam)
brown paper grocery bags
newspaper (black and white pages only… no glossy ads, coupons)
thin, kindling-like sticks (roughly 12 in. in length)
leaves (intact, no tears or breaks – any color or type)
lots of roll paper: brown, green, blue
scrap wood: 2 x 4s, plywood
lots of brown paper grocery sacks
chicken wire
wide clear tape
fishing line
buckets
sand
whole logs / stumps
campfire rocks
sturdy twigs
rope and twine
blue plastic tablecloths
deciduous artificial trees
bushes
branches and leaves
a canoe
fishing poles
life jackets
fishing basket
fishing vest
hat with lures
waders
artificial Christmas trees
camouflage netting
camp chairs
frame backpacks
rappelling rope
hiking boots
flannel shirts
wool socks
woodland creatures (plush and taxidermic)
Also, snacks will be provided, but it would be extremely helpful if you can donate any of the following items to supplement:
Water
Popcorn
Pretzels
apple sauce
animal crackers
trail mix
fruit cups
Decoration Work Day:
On Sunday, June 14th after the 2nd Service and on Saturday, June 20th, we will be having two Work Days for the decorations of VBS. If you are able to tie some string, paint, draw, or climb a ladder, then please come and help transform the building into a “backpacker’s dream.” Please contact Jen Wickham with any questions at jenwickham@msn.com or 515-9545.
Wanna Volunteer in the Nursery this Summer?
For only seven alternating weeks from June 7th to September 6th we are still looking for more Nursery Room Leaders. These individuals do NOT prepare a lesson beforehand, but serve as the point-person for a specific classroom for parents, children and member workers. For more information, please mark your tear-off or contact Joe Brown at joe@wepc.org or 741-6562.
“Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Does she not light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, 'Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.' In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”
A few weeks ago we lost “duckie.”
My three-year-old daughter, Anna Roe, has two duck blankets that are identical. She carries them around everywhere and they are affectionately called “duckies.” After one afternoon of play around the house and at the store, she ended up with only one ducky. Anna Roe’s two parents tore the house apart! I was in the backyard at 10 p.m. with a flashlight looking under the shed (I found many things, but none were ducky). Sitting down on the couch, Blair and I were devastated. Only one ducky.
What was fascinating was that Anna Roe was not fazed. She didn’t cry or get upset in any way. From that moment on, she no longer talked about “duckies” – only “ducky.” Did she pass through all those pop-psychology phases of denial and anger? Has she jumped all the way to “acceptance”?
BUT THEN, during spring summer cleaning JEB FOUND DUCKY! I understood what the woman in Jesus’ parable felt – real “joy.” “Rejoice with me; I have found my lost (ducky)!” Jeb was proud, Anna Roe’s parents were joyful, and Anna Roe was comforted.
That’s when I realized, in a small way, how cheap “acceptance” of loss is. That word sounds so positive – yet it is deceptive. We are told to accept the devastating affects of sin. When we deal with loss, psychology can only take us to throwing up our hands and saying, “only one ducky.” Jesus declares that the Father “sweeps the house” – throws pillows, chairs and couches aside looking for His people and redeeming His world. He doesn’t accept loss – He fixes it. As believers, we can’t fix loss – and we do need to “accept” that sin is devastating (far more devastating than the loss of a child’s plaything).
But the comfort of finding something loved that is lost pales in comparison to the comfort of being someone lost that is found.
Announcements for the Children’s Ministry in June & July
VBS 2009:
This year’s Vacation Bible School will be held from Sunday, June 21st to Friday, June 26th from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The purpose for VBS is to present the gospel clearly and creatively, so that our children and the children of the community can be brought to faith and repentance. VBS is open to all children between the ages of 4-years-old (by the end of June) to Fourth Grade (completed). VBS is free of charge, and a t-shirt is $10.
VBS Volunteers Needed:
We are most in need of Teachers for PreK and Kindergarten, help with Decorations and with Nursery. If you can help in these areas, please contact Rebecca Allan at 673-1965 or at vbs@wepc.org. But we need help in many other areas as well, so please write on your tear-off or contact Rebecca Allan if you are willing to help out.
Pre-Registration Deadline Approaches:
If you know that your child will participate in this year’s VBS, please pre-register at the VBS table in the gallery. Pre-registration will close on Sunday, June 14th.
Donations Needed:
If you have any equipment and supplies that go with a “camping/mountain hiking theme” please donate them. If you want the item back, please make sure your name is clearly written on it! Bring it to the VBS table in the gallery. Contact Rebecca Allan at vbs@wepc.org with any questions. Specific Items Requested:
Tents
Flashlights
Sleeping bags
Camping stoves (no fuel)
paper towel rolls
toilet paper rolls
cardboard egg cartons (not styrofoam)
brown paper grocery bags
newspaper (black and white pages only… no glossy ads, coupons)
thin, kindling-like sticks (roughly 12 in. in length)
leaves (intact, no tears or breaks – any color or type)
lots of roll paper: brown, green, blue
scrap wood: 2 x 4s, plywood
lots of brown paper grocery sacks
chicken wire
wide clear tape
fishing line
buckets
sand
whole logs / stumps
campfire rocks
sturdy twigs
rope and twine
blue plastic tablecloths
deciduous artificial trees
bushes
branches and leaves
a canoe
fishing poles
life jackets
fishing basket
fishing vest
hat with lures
waders
artificial Christmas trees
camouflage netting
camp chairs
frame backpacks
rappelling rope
hiking boots
flannel shirts
wool socks
woodland creatures (plush and taxidermic)
Also, snacks will be provided, but it would be extremely helpful if you can donate any of the following items to supplement:
Water
Popcorn
Pretzels
apple sauce
animal crackers
trail mix
fruit cups
Decoration Work Day:
On Sunday, June 14th after the 2nd Service and on Saturday, June 20th, we will be having two Work Days for the decorations of VBS. If you are able to tie some string, paint, draw, or climb a ladder, then please come and help transform the building into a “backpacker’s dream.” Please contact Jen Wickham with any questions at jenwickham@msn.com or 515-9545.
Wanna Volunteer in the Nursery this Summer?
For only seven alternating weeks from June 7th to September 6th we are still looking for more Nursery Room Leaders. These individuals do NOT prepare a lesson beforehand, but serve as the point-person for a specific classroom for parents, children and member workers. For more information, please mark your tear-off or contact Joe Brown at joe@wepc.org or 741-6562.
WEPC Community Preschool:
Preschool Yard/Bake sale:
Saturday June 6th, 7am-Noon. 9507 Ridgefield Road. Come join us at the Browns' home. All proceeds go to the WEPC Community Preschool Scholarship Fund. For more information about the sale contact Jennifer Farkas at jenniferfarkas@yahoo.com.
Preschool Chick-Fil-A Night:
Please come out to the Chick-Fil-A at Short Pump Crossing on Wed. June 17th to help raise money for the WEPC Preschool Scholarship Fund! From 4-10pm, a portion of sales proceeds will go towards the Preschool. Bring the designated flier for dine-in or drive-thru to indicate you are with our group. Fliers are available in the gallery and the church office. For more information, please contact Joe Brown at 741-6562 or joe@wepc.org.
Preschool Job Openings for 2009-2010 School Year
2 Year Old Teacher
2 Year Old Assistant Teacher
3 Year Old Teacher
3 Year Old Assistant Teacher
For more information please contact Casey Zollinhofer at casey@wepc.org or 741-6562 ext. 12. You can also read more about these positions on the preschool page of the church website (wepc.org/preschool).
2009-2010 School Year - Class Info Update
2 Year Old Class – Meeting Wednesday
3 Year Old Classes – Meeting Wednesday/Friday
4 Year Old Class – Meeting Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Enrollment is Open:
The Staff and Preschool Board are excited to announce that WEPC Community Preschool will be expanding for next school year. Enrollment is currently open for two, three and four year olds. If you are interested in enrolling your child or would like to learn more about us, please contact Casey Zollinhofer at 741-6562 or casey@wepc.org.
Scholarship Contributions:
We desire to serve the families, neighbors and the surrounding community of our church. One tangible way we have been able to serve and love families is through our scholarship fund. While we strive to keep our tuition rates low, affording preschool is still a struggle for many families. Almost 1/4 of our current families would not be able to attend preschool without our scholarship fund. We would love to continue helping our current families next year and offer scholarships to new students. We would especially love to have more families from the community join our preschool. In order to do so, we need to raise money for our scholarship fund. We currently have $725 of our $5,000 goal. Please consider partnering with the preschool by contributing to our scholarship fund. You can pick up a brochure in the “Life At West End” display case in the gallery or visit the preschool page of the church website (wepc.org/preschool).
General Children's Ministry Announcements:
Kindergarten & First Grade Sunday School still needs a Helper!
From June 7th to September 6th, we are still looking for two more individuals to come and help share the love of Christ with our children: one for Kindergarten and another for First Grade. For more information, please mark your tear-off or contact Jill Sorg at jill.sorg@capitalone.com or 515-8111 or Sarah Doerfler at sarah@blueinthestream.com or 364-9228.
Sunday School “Graduation” for Upper Elementary children:
For most of the children in Sunday School, they will remain in their current classroom through the summer. Everyone will “graduate” to the next grade or age group on September 13th. The only two exceptions are the Upper Elementary children: Fifth Graders will move up to “Youth Sunday School” which meets in Room 110 next Sunday, June 7th; Fourth Graders will remain in their classroom through the summer; and Third Graders will move up to join the Fourth Graders on June 7th.
Kids’ Club will return October 7th:
During the school year, WEPC presents the gospel to our elementary-school children every Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. This is a chance for children to enjoy the fun of fellowship, small groups and games as we learn about the kingdom of God advancing. Kids’ Club will return October 7th for another fun-filled year! We will be walking through the book of Genesis and learning how God is long-suffering and patient as He redeems His people and guides us.
Children’s Worship will return on September 13th:
Last Sunday, Lilli Benko, Jill Wiebe-King and their teams of Children’s Worship Shepherds finished their year of service to our children. During the summer, all four year-olds are invited to stay in the 10:30 worship service for the duration. We will still have the occasional Children’s Sermons with the children going back to sit with their parents afterward. Please pray for the parents of these children during the summer as they parent while in the service. This is not an easy task, but WEPC believes it is integral to the proper growth of children to see their parents worshipping the Lord. Worship is a joyful experience, and if children only see the inside of a classroom while at church, they will miss out on the joy of the worship of the Lord.
End-of-School-Year Ice Cream Party & Movie Night:
WEPC Young Families…It’s another Movie Night! Let’s celebrate the end of school, the start of summer, hot weather and staying up late! Join us Friday, June 12th at 6:30 pm for Ice Cream Sundaes in the Fellowship Hall, followed by a BIG SCREEN viewing of “Hotel for Dogs”. Don’t forget your blankets, pillows and bean bags to lay on! We will also need help with the sundaes and toppings. Contact Darlene Blaum at darlene_blaum@comcast.net.
Last Name A – L : Please bring a gallon of your favorite ice cream to share
Last Name K – Z: Please bring your favorite ice cream topping to share
Rescheduled Family Picnic at Deep Run Park:
The date has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 1 at 5:30 pm. Save the date…more details to come! Just watch the bulletin for announcements.
Sunday School “Graduation” for Upper Elementary children:
For most of the children in Sunday School, they will remain in their current classroom through the summer. Everyone will “graduate” to the next grade or age group on September 13th. The only two exceptions are the Upper Elementary children: Fifth Graders will move up to “Youth Sunday School” which meets in Room 110 next Sunday, June 7th; Fourth Graders will remain in their classroom through the summer; and Third Graders will move up to join the Fourth Graders on June 7th.
Kids’ Club will return October 7th:
During the school year, WEPC presents the gospel to our elementary-school children every Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. This is a chance for children to enjoy the fun of fellowship, small groups and games as we learn about the kingdom of God advancing. Kids’ Club will return October 7th for another fun-filled year! We will be walking through the book of Genesis and learning how God is long-suffering and patient as He redeems His people and guides us.
Children’s Worship will return on September 13th:
Last Sunday, Lilli Benko, Jill Wiebe-King and their teams of Children’s Worship Shepherds finished their year of service to our children. During the summer, all four year-olds are invited to stay in the 10:30 worship service for the duration. We will still have the occasional Children’s Sermons with the children going back to sit with their parents afterward. Please pray for the parents of these children during the summer as they parent while in the service. This is not an easy task, but WEPC believes it is integral to the proper growth of children to see their parents worshipping the Lord. Worship is a joyful experience, and if children only see the inside of a classroom while at church, they will miss out on the joy of the worship of the Lord.
End-of-School-Year Ice Cream Party & Movie Night:
WEPC Young Families…It’s another Movie Night! Let’s celebrate the end of school, the start of summer, hot weather and staying up late! Join us Friday, June 12th at 6:30 pm for Ice Cream Sundaes in the Fellowship Hall, followed by a BIG SCREEN viewing of “Hotel for Dogs”. Don’t forget your blankets, pillows and bean bags to lay on! We will also need help with the sundaes and toppings. Contact Darlene Blaum at darlene_blaum@comcast.net.
Last Name A – L : Please bring a gallon of your favorite ice cream to share
Last Name K – Z: Please bring your favorite ice cream topping to share
Rescheduled Family Picnic at Deep Run Park:
The date has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 1 at 5:30 pm. Save the date…more details to come! Just watch the bulletin for announcements.
Children’s “Sermon Bulletins” are available
WEPC strives to assist parents in the training of their children in worship. In so doing, we provide two weekly Children’s Bulletins that are renewed every week and that generally align with the preached text. One of them is designed for our youngest regular worshipers (4 – 6 years old) and the other is designed for older children (7 – 12 years old). You will find these bulletins at the “Life at West End” Information Center in the gallery.
Thank you to 2008-2009 Sunday School Teachers and Helpers
Thank you so much to all of our Sunday School teachers and helpers for the 2008-2009 school year. Our children have been blessed by your service and your love!
Younger 2’s: Heather & Steve Glissman, Jen Anonick, Greg & Susan Childress, Amy Gill, Carla Becker
Older 2’s: Darlene Blaum, Joyce & John Minor, Kim D’Errico, LisaPage Carter, Paige Schumacher
Younger 3’s: Jim Davis, Rick & Wendy Feldman, Sharon Berube, Rebecca Allan
Older 3’s: Laura Deljiorno, Chris & Rebecca Perry, Anna Weichel, Scott & Red Sayles
Pre-K: Heather & Jon Jarvis, Amy Caroline Wilks, Susan Hajek, Byron Sorg, Brice Bowman, Colleen Jacoby, Denise Spoenlein, Karen Miller
Kindergarten: Heather & Jamie Williford, Allie Weippert, Dana Hennesey, Tracy VanDePutte, Donna Essex, Lisa Cox
1st Grade: Jim Hale, Leslie & Dan Baker, Carolyn Bales, Allison Hearn, Cathy Zahalka
2nd Grade: Ron & Lisa Ramus, Kim & Roger Johnson
3rd Grade: Georgia Price, Rick McMahon, Ron Essex, Katie Fisher
4/5th Grade: Joe Brown, Chris Blaum, Becky Baldwin
Welcome 2009 Summer Sunday School and teachers/helpers
Summer Sunday School is here! If you are a parent, please take note of your child’s new teacher and welcome them over the next few weeks.
Two Year-Olds: Jennifer Moore, Andy & Carla Becker, Darin Smith, Kristen Purdy, Brice Bowman, Jen & Matt Warren
Three Year-Olds: Lilli Benko, Elizabeth & Brian Minor, Glen Smith, Jen Tomenendal, Donald Smith, Anne & Jason Pruden
Pre-K: Amy & Randy Foy, Georgia Price, Kristin & Jim Tetterton, Chris & Tracy Scoggins, Jen Wickham,
Kindergarten: Erin Bacon, Karen Sweeney, Joy & Tim Andrews, Michelle Konson, Jill & Matt Campbell, STILL NEED ONE MORE HELPER
1st Grade: Heather Oberle, Kate Matta, Alyssa & Mark Leimberger, STILL NEED ONE MORE HELPER
2nd Grade: Angela Lessor, Anne & John McGurn, Pam Hepner, Sonya Smith
3rd/4th Grade: Diane Strait, Jeff & Robinnette Wrobel, Richard Grinnan
* The 5th Graders will join with the Youth Sunday School during the summer to help in their transition.
* Parents: All other classes will NOT move up into their new class until the Fall (September 13th).
How to Stay Connected…
On Sunday mornings, if you have questions about the Children’s Ministry, please visit the “Life at West End” Information Center, on the wall near the center doors in the gallery. There, you can find informational brochures for all the ministries to children. During the week, please check out the church website (www.wepc.org) or the Children’s Ministry webpage (wepckids.blogspot.com) to read further about how God is advancing His Kingdom in the life of the children at West End Presbyterian Church, or give us a call at the church office at 741-6562.
Prayer Needs
WEPC strives to assist parents in the training of their children in worship. In so doing, we provide two weekly Children’s Bulletins that are renewed every week and that generally align with the preached text. One of them is designed for our youngest regular worshipers (4 – 6 years old) and the other is designed for older children (7 – 12 years old). You will find these bulletins at the “Life at West End” Information Center in the gallery.
Thank you to 2008-2009 Sunday School Teachers and Helpers
Thank you so much to all of our Sunday School teachers and helpers for the 2008-2009 school year. Our children have been blessed by your service and your love!
Younger 2’s: Heather & Steve Glissman, Jen Anonick, Greg & Susan Childress, Amy Gill, Carla Becker
Older 2’s: Darlene Blaum, Joyce & John Minor, Kim D’Errico, LisaPage Carter, Paige Schumacher
Younger 3’s: Jim Davis, Rick & Wendy Feldman, Sharon Berube, Rebecca Allan
Older 3’s: Laura Deljiorno, Chris & Rebecca Perry, Anna Weichel, Scott & Red Sayles
Pre-K: Heather & Jon Jarvis, Amy Caroline Wilks, Susan Hajek, Byron Sorg, Brice Bowman, Colleen Jacoby, Denise Spoenlein, Karen Miller
Kindergarten: Heather & Jamie Williford, Allie Weippert, Dana Hennesey, Tracy VanDePutte, Donna Essex, Lisa Cox
1st Grade: Jim Hale, Leslie & Dan Baker, Carolyn Bales, Allison Hearn, Cathy Zahalka
2nd Grade: Ron & Lisa Ramus, Kim & Roger Johnson
3rd Grade: Georgia Price, Rick McMahon, Ron Essex, Katie Fisher
4/5th Grade: Joe Brown, Chris Blaum, Becky Baldwin
Welcome 2009 Summer Sunday School and teachers/helpers
Summer Sunday School is here! If you are a parent, please take note of your child’s new teacher and welcome them over the next few weeks.
Two Year-Olds: Jennifer Moore, Andy & Carla Becker, Darin Smith, Kristen Purdy, Brice Bowman, Jen & Matt Warren
Three Year-Olds: Lilli Benko, Elizabeth & Brian Minor, Glen Smith, Jen Tomenendal, Donald Smith, Anne & Jason Pruden
Pre-K: Amy & Randy Foy, Georgia Price, Kristin & Jim Tetterton, Chris & Tracy Scoggins, Jen Wickham,
Kindergarten: Erin Bacon, Karen Sweeney, Joy & Tim Andrews, Michelle Konson, Jill & Matt Campbell, STILL NEED ONE MORE HELPER
1st Grade: Heather Oberle, Kate Matta, Alyssa & Mark Leimberger, STILL NEED ONE MORE HELPER
2nd Grade: Angela Lessor, Anne & John McGurn, Pam Hepner, Sonya Smith
3rd/4th Grade: Diane Strait, Jeff & Robinnette Wrobel, Richard Grinnan
* The 5th Graders will join with the Youth Sunday School during the summer to help in their transition.
* Parents: All other classes will NOT move up into their new class until the Fall (September 13th).
How to Stay Connected…
On Sunday mornings, if you have questions about the Children’s Ministry, please visit the “Life at West End” Information Center, on the wall near the center doors in the gallery. There, you can find informational brochures for all the ministries to children. During the week, please check out the church website (www.wepc.org) or the Children’s Ministry webpage (wepckids.blogspot.com) to read further about how God is advancing His Kingdom in the life of the children at West End Presbyterian Church, or give us a call at the church office at 741-6562.
Prayer Needs
Please pray for the following needs for the Children’s Ministry of West End Presbyterian Church. If you would like to submit a prayer request, please click here, or reply to this email. Please note in your request if you would like it to remain confidential.
- Pray for a few families that are sincerely struggling over schooling decisions (public vs. private vs. homeschooling). Pray for wisdom in weighing all of the factors involved, and for peace in their decision.
- Pray for Vacation Bible School on June 21st through 26th. Pray that this concentrated time of hearing the Gospel explained and applied can produce great fruit of faith and repentance. And pray that this will open the doors for many children and families to be softened toward God and His church.
- Pray for a few families that are sincerely struggling over schooling decisions (public vs. private vs. homeschooling). Pray for wisdom in weighing all of the factors involved, and for peace in their decision.
- Pray for Vacation Bible School on June 21st through 26th. Pray that this concentrated time of hearing the Gospel explained and applied can produce great fruit of faith and repentance. And pray that this will open the doors for many children and families to be softened toward God and His church.
Praise for more babies!!!
Five more beautiful babies were born to WEPC families since the last newsletter. We praise God for His blessing, as well as continue to pray for the health and welfare of the babies and families. If you would like more information, please contact the church office.
Schedule for the Children’s Ministry in June & July
Thursday, June 4th
What: VBS Teacher’s Meeting
Where: Room 21
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Contact: Rebecca Allan
Saturday, June 6th
What: WEPC Community Preschool Yard & Bake Sale Fundraiser
Where: Joe & Blair Brown’s home (9507 Ridgefield Road)
Time: 7:00 a.m.
Contact: Jennifer Farkas
Sunday, June 7th
What: Beginning of Summer Quarter of Nursery & Sunday School
Friday, June 12th
What: End-of-School-Year Ice Cream Party & Movie Night
Where: Fellowship Hall
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Who: All young families of WEPC and their friends
Contact: Darlene Blaum
Sunday, June 14th
What: VBS Pre-Registration Deadline
Contact: Rebecca Allan
Sunday, June 14th
What: VBS Decoration Work Day
Where: Fellowship Hall
Time: After 2nd Service
Contact: Jen Wickham
Wednesday, June 17th
What: WEPC Community Preschool Chick-Fil-A Night
Where: Chick-Fil-A at Short Pump Crossing (on Pump between Broad & Three Chopt)
Time: 4pm – 10pm (need flier from Gallery!)
Contact: Joe Brown
Saturday, June 20th
What: VBS Decoration Work Day
Where: Fellowship Hall
Time: TBD (most of the day!)
Contact: Jen Wickham
Saturday, June 20th
What: VBS Run-Through
Where: Fellowship Hall
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Who: VBS Large Group volunteers
Contact: Joe Brown
Sunday, June 21st
What: VBS Volunteer Commissioning
Where: Sanctuary
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Who: All VBS volunteers will be commissioned during the 10:30 service
Contact: Rebecca Allan
Sunday – Friday, June 21st – 26th
What: VBS – “Upward Bound”
Where: All over the building!
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (registration begins at 5:15 p.m.)
Contact: Rebecca Allan
Friday, June 26th
What: VBS Summit Celebration with Spaghetti Dinner following - $$
Where: Fellowship Hall
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. (dinner begins at 6:15 p.m.)
Contact: Rebecca Allan
Wednesday, July 1st
What: Family Picnic & Games at Deep Run Park
Where: Deep Run Park
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Darlene Blaum
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