“Persistence takes faith; it takes patience; it takes fighting through discouragement; it takes not taking ‘no’ for an answer. But most of all, persistence takes not giving up.”

Scripture:  Matthew 15:  21-28

Sermon:  “The Persistent Mother”

                                

Announcements and Upcoming Events!

Church Work Day:  May 7 –  9:00 am All hands are needed to help with our annual Spring Work Day this Saturday.  There is plenty to do, for all ages.

• If you prefer working outside, bring your gloves and yard tools to help with the following tasks: Pruning, Mulching, Weeding, Trimming, Raking
• If you prefer working indoors, there are many jobs to be done: Cleaning, Window washing, Oven cleaning, Pantry organizing.    Coffee and donuts will be provided.   

 Ladies Night Out: Tuesday, May 17^th - The Chateau in Waltham.  All Ladies in the church are welcome. Please RSVP to Jen Hall at jjerhall@gmail.com no later than May 16th so she can make the reservation.

Nicaragua Mission Trip:  August 17-24  Sandy and Steve Melius are organizing a mission trip to Nicaragua August 17-24.  If interested in being part of the mission team, reach out to Steve and/or Sandy Melius.

“God does not care how many talents one has; He asks for faithfulness.”

~ Croft Pentz

Scripture:         Galatians5: 16-26

Sermon:           “Something We All Need to Be”

Announcements and Upcoming Events!

Youth Group:  Meeting Sunday, May 1st after church. Pizza and yard games (corn hole, bean bag toss, etc.) 12:00 – 2:30pm.

Ladies Night Out: May 17th at the Chateau in Waltham.  All Ladies in the church are welcome.  Please RSVP to Jen Hall at jjerhall@gmail.com no later than May 16th so she can make the reservation.

“Silence in the face of evil is itself evil. God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act.”

~ Bonhaeffer

Scripture:  Acts 9: 1-20

Sermon:   “God Chooses a Terrorist”

News & Announcements

Nicaragua Auction:  The auction to benefit our ministries in Nicaragua was a great success. There remain a number of Silent Auction items still available in the Parish Hall, and monetary contributions are always welcome.

Nicaragua Mission Trip: WUMC is organizing a mission trip to Nicaragua August 17-24. Please speak to Steve or Sandy Melius if you are interested in being part of the missional service project in this third world country.

“Whatever you think about, you bring about.  

Whatever you focus on, grows.”

Scripture:   Acts 7:54-8:1

Sermon: “You Have Influence”

Announcements and Upcoming Events!

Nicaragua Mission Trip: WUMC is organizing a mission trip to Nicaragua August 17-24. Please speak to Steve or Sandy Melius if you are interested in being part of the missional service project in this third world country.

Praise/Worship and Healing Worship Service - Sunday, April 17th at 3:00pm in the Sanctuary.  All are welcome.

Snowy Sunday in April

“Doubts are the ants in the pants of faith.  They keep it awake and moving.”

~Frederick Bueckner

Scripture: John 20: 19-29

Sermon: “Doubting your Doubts”

Announcements and Upcoming Events!

Nicaragua Auction: Saturday, April 9.  Support our ministries in this third world country. 

• Silent Auction at 3:30 pm; 
• Live Auction at 4:30 pm
• Dinner at 6:00 pm.  

Cost for a bidding paddle and dinner is $15 per person and $25 per couple.  Tickets will be on sale after church during the coffee hour

WUMC MYF: April 3 The youth will be meeting after church for lunch and fellowship.  This month’s planned activity is board games - feel free to make this a family event and bring your favorite game along.  Please email Jen Hall at jjerhall@gmail.com by Friday April 1st to let her know how many in your family will be attending so that we can plan food for the lunch.

“There was once a day when the Romans had completed the act of crucifying and burying the Lord Jesus.  When they rolled the mammoth stone in front of the tomb, I’m sure they thought ‘That’s the end of that.  We’ll never be bothered by Jesus again.’”

“Never believe in never!”   

- Robert Schuller

Scripture: John 20: 1-18

Sermon:  “It’s Friday, but Sunday is coming”

Anouncements and Upcoming Events!

Maundy Thursday Service: March 24th at 6:30 pm in the Parish Hall.  We will start with dinner and everyone is asked to bring a covered dish to share.  Beverage and dessert will be provided.  The service will follow the dinner.

Easter Sunrise Service: 6:30 in front of church

Easter Service: 10:30 am.

Nicaragua Auction: Saturday, April 9.  Support our ministries in this third world country. 

• Silent Auction at 3:30 pm; 
• Live Auction at 4:30 pm
• Dinner at 6:00 pm.  

Cost for a bidding paddle and dinner is $15 per person and $25 per couple.  Tickets will be on sale after church during the coffee hour