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Wesley Wings
Wesley United Methodist Church
3700 Indian Hills Drive
Sioux City, Iowa 51104
Address Service Requested
Welcome to
Wesley U.M.C.
9:00 am Worship Service
10:00 am Fellowship Time
10:10 am Sunday School
11:00 am Worship Service
Communion is served on the first
Sunday of the month.
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Wesley UMC
3700 Indian Hills Dr.
Sioux City, IA 51104
Phone 712-239-2382
Email: wesleysecre-
Website: www.wesleyumcsc.com
Also: Wesley UMC on Facebook
Office Hours
Monday-Friday
Hours: 9:00 am—1:00 pm
Staff Rev. Todd Schlitter
Pastor
Allison Padley-Shapira
Director of Children and Youth
Ministry
Judy Peterson
Director of Administrative Services
Chrissy Martinez
Choir Director, Organist,
Contemporary Worship Leader
December Worship Schedule
9:00 am Worship Service
Liturgist
12/3 Abby Welte
12/10 Tammy Noble
12/17 Kim Kletschke
*12/24 Cantata
(Christmas Eve Service at 5:00 pm)
*12/31 Art Ashley
Contact Church Office to volunteer
Children’s Message
12/3 Allison Padley-Shapira
12/10 Allison Padley-Shapira
12/17 Allison Padley-Shapira
*12/24 Joy Lillie
*12/31 Tammy Noble
Contact Dee Ashley to volunteer
Usher Coordinator Kevin Arends
Media - Ko Noble
Greeters:
12/3 Tom & Bonnie Porsch
12/10 Tom & Bonnie Porsch
12/17 Steve & Tammy Noble
*12/24 Steve & Tammy Noble
*12/31 Jack & Mary Campbell
Video Howard Cooper
Nurse
1st Sunday Nel Martin
2nd Sunday Tammy Noble
3rd Sunday Anita Tevis
4th Sunday
5th Sunday
Nursery Attendant
Lori Betsworth
*One Morning Service at 10:00 am
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Dear Friends,
These are trying days. As I write, a
strong wind is howling outside. It is
cold and harsh. I think it sadly
represents the state of things in the
Church and it’s influence in this
country. Instead of being salt and
light, too often we have become
lukewarm and indistinguishable
from the culture. Too often, we cave
in to the cravings of constant
stimulation, materialism, and
narcissistic worship of the unholy
trinity of me, myself and I. This letter
is a gentle call to genuine surrender
to the Light that has come into the
world to dispel the darkness.
I won’t belabor the point with too many
examples. You already know. Parents
already know of the challenges of
raising kids in a world of crowded
schedules that fail to prioritize the
worship of God at the top of the “To
Do’s”. Young people know of the
confusion of respecting those in
authority who lack moral and spiritual
congruence or who fail to
acknowledge a divine source of
absolute truth. Surely, senior adults
know and lament the loss of simpler
days when saying “Merry Christmas”
was considered a joyous greeting
instead of a demeaning insult toward
those of differing faiths or of no faith at
all. Thus, we are tempted to appease
rather than to appeal based on the
promised hope that we have:
“In the beginning was the Word, and
the Word was with God, and the Word
was God. 2 He was in the beginning
with God. 3 All things came into being
through him, and without him not one
thing came into being. What has come
into being 4 in him was life, and the life
was the light of all people. 5 The light
shines in the darkness, and the
darkness did not overcome it.”
John 1:1-5
This season I appeal to you based on
the authority of God’s Word: Press on
good and faithful stewards of the
Light. Darkness will not win out in the
end. The Light will guide you home. I
pray so especially this Christmas. May
you grow strong in the glow of His
love. May you share that Light in the
journey ahead. Opposite this page is
listed such an opportunity.
Christmas Blessings!
Todd
z
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Church Clergy and Congregation:
The Meals on Wheels program is in need of volunteers, to deliver hot nutritious
meals to our home bound elderly population. A person can deliver meals for one hour a day,
one hour a week, once a month, we can use their help.
“Can you commit to an hour a week and drive a vehicle, Meals on Wheels needs your help
volunteering to deliver hot meals to elderly residents in Sioux City. Please call Stan at:
712-279-6900 Ext .8237
For the Meals on Wheels Program, a commitment from a person is for as little as an hour a
week. Routes can be shared with another person if so desired. We appreciate anytime you
can volunteer to deliver meals for us. The smile of gratitude from those receiving the meals
will make it worth your time.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Stan Wisnieski, Volunteer Recruiter Connections Area Agency on Aging, Inc.
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God’s People Seeking
the Way to Christmas
Dec. 3
The Prophets: The Way of HOPE Isaiah 9:2-6
Dec. 1
Mary & Joseph: The Way of FAITH Luke 1:26-38; Mat 1:18-25
Dec. 17 (9 A.M. Service)
The Shepherds: The Way of JOY Luke 2:8-20
Dec. 17 (11 A.M. Service)
Lessons & Carols By Wesley’s Children’s Ministry
Dec. 24 (Combined Morning Service at 10 A.M.)
Christmas Eve Cantata:
“Finding Your Way Home for Christmas”
Dec. 24, 5 P.M. Christmas Eve Service
The Magi: The Way of PEACE
Matthew 2:1-12
Are you ready for some fun and fellowship monthly with
the ladies of Wesley?
Our first fun event will be December 14th at 6:30 pm.
Please join us for crafts and fun.
We will also be planning for future monthly events.
RSVP to the church office by December 10th.
Questions? Call Pam Wurster at 898-0375.
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Our Life Together
Prayers and Concerns:
Ida Williams, Sandy Carlson, Keith McCuddin, Ed & Marilyn Niemeyer’s son Mark Roberts, Donna Wanned’s daughter Joy Whitenack,
Evelyn Woolworth, Kathy Gilbert, Joann Patton, Nick Fekete, Vera Roy, Rollin Ball, Rosemary White, Esther Mieras, Angie Wilson’s
Sister-in-law Bonnie Crary, Shirley Campbell, Jerry & Marilyn Laffey’s daughter Becky, Mike Karr, Cecil Weber, Richard & Carla
Andersen’s granddaughter, Jovie Jo Stultz, Dave Tieck., Betty Martin, Helen Thatcher, Shirley Campbell’s daughters Donita Bratvold and
Janet Groendyk, Emaline Solomon, Dee Ashley’s nephew Rick, Bob Lee, Joyce Williams, Gary McCuddin, Chrissy Martinez’s step-father,
Jim Morrisey, Rick Lillie, son of Joy and Gary Lillie, Chrissy Martinez’s mother, Don Kessler’s sister Kae, Donna Wanned, Sheryl Ashley,
Duane Musselman, Kristi Butler, Mark McCuddin, Shirley Anderson, Mindy Pflanz, Janet Clark’s brother, Roger Clemensen, Pat Meier,
Lynn Templeton, Sheryl Cripps,, Shelly Hunt, Mitch Rorris and family, Carol Johannsen, Lynda and Marlin Sturgeon and Joyce Kaiser.
Thank You To: Dear Wesley friends, The coffee in our honor was a special surprise and is greatly appreciated. Thank you for the love and prayers
as we embark on the next chapter in our lives. We will miss Wesley! Linn and Barb Culley
Thank you to all who brought baked goods for the auctions. We brought in $4,922.50.
Check out Wesley’s Friendship Room! Thanks to the anonymous donation of beautiful furniture, this room is shaping
up for a comfortable space for meetings, reading our library books, bridal parties, and for mourning families to gather
prior to funerals. Matthew 18:20 “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." Thank you to
the donors for blessing Wesley with this gracious gift!
Thank You From:
Thank you to all who walked or donated this year to the annual CROP Hunger Walk. By stepping out in faith, you have helped those in need in Siouxland and also around the world. The total donations for the Siouxland CROP
Hunger Walk this year is $26,600. Thank you Wesley members, for donating $1,366. Babs Hickson & Missions
Committee
I can't thank you enough for your generous support that I received from your church people. We wouldn't be where
we are today without your support. You'll never know what it meant when we received grocery cards, Wal-Mart cards, gas cards assistance with our fuel bill and help with my car to get it winterized and of course, your
prayers. From the bottom of my heart I am extremely grateful. Vanessa
Congratulations To:
Ko Noble, our new Media Specialist. Welcome to the Wesley Staff.
The Cook family on the birth or their new baby boy.
Sympathy to:
Mitch Rorris and family on the loss of Mitch’s father, Theodore Rorris, on November 1st.
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Many thanks to those who responded to Dee Ashley’s appeal on September 29th. Vanessa was deeply appreciative
of the $600.00 worth of cash, gift cards and auto service that she received . It was a great help in meeting her many needs. If you didn't get a chance to help Vanessa and her 2 children, we are keeping that door open and if you
would still like to contribute, you may leave it in the church office or with Gail or Laurice Streyffeler or myself. God bless you Dear Servant. Dee Ashley
The Hurricane Harvey Mission Team will be hosting a Koated Kernels Fundraiser between
the worship services on November 26th, December 3rd, and December 10th. Each bag will
cost $5. Flavors will include Classic Caramel, Double Cheddar, Cinnamon Roll, Peppermint
Swirl, Raspberry Cheesecake, and Chocolate Marshmallow. Proceeds will help defray
expenses during our upcoming relief trip to Texas (December 27 - January 6).
Additional team members will still be welcomed to join us!
Blessings, Kathy Martin
Thank you to the people who made pies for Praise and Pie Service : Nancy Bishop, Fran Northon, Sharon
Oertel, Emaline Solomon, Donna Wurster and Mary Campbell
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We will once again be placing poinsettias in the sanctuary during Advent to honor our
lost loved ones.
Place your order by calling the floral department at HyVee on Gordon Drive,
(712-234-1959). Inform them it is to be delivered as part of the Wesley United
Methodist Church delivery.
Call the church office, (712-239-2382), by December 6th to specify who will be honored
by the plant. Your name and theirs will be placed in the bulletins.
Plants will be delivered on the 8th of December and will be used throughout Advent.
The cost is the same as last year: $8.98
MEDIA ANNOUNCEMENT: We are please to announce that Ko Noble has accepted the position as
Media Specialist. We are excited and look forward to benefitting in his abilities for the media area of
our services. We are truly thankful for Connie and all of the other volunteers who have “stepped up and
stepped out” in the area of media. As we move forward and anticipate updating equipment we may
need volunteers to help Ko with the equipment. We will request volunteers again at that time.
Thanks again Connie and all the other volunteers for your dedication, time and talent.
Kevin Arends, Worship Chair and Karen Day, SPRC Chair
“Finding Your Way Home for Christmas”
Sunday, December 24, 2017 at 10:00 am
Help Needed! Due to
recent health concerns, Howard
Cooper needs to step down from
his job of setting the sign for the
coming Sunday Services each
week. Please call the church if
you are willing to take on this
service. 712-239-2382
Christmas Eve Service of Light! – 5 P.M. Dec.24
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
6:00 pm Girls Scouts
1.
2.
3. 4.
5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
16.
17. 18.
19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
24.
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25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
12 pm SALT
7pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
NOTICE:
Items for the Bulletins need
to be in by Wednesday
morning of each week.
Items for the Wings should
be to Judy by the 23rd of the
month.
6:30 pm Quilting
12 pm SALT
1 pm Overeaters Anonymous
1 pm Overeaters Anonymous
1 pm Overeaters Anonymous 2 pm Prep 5 pm Serve
7pm
7pm
1 pm Overeaters Anonymous
2 pm Pastor @ Northern Hills
6:30 pm Quilting
7:30 pm
5:30 Choir
6:30 Praise Band
5:30 Choir
6:30 Praise Band
7:00 pm Trustees Meeting
7pm 7:30 pm
6 pm—Finance Meeting
9:00 Worship 10:00 Fellowship 10:10 Sunday School 10:10 Adult Study 11:00 Worship 6:30 TLC
9:00 Worship 10:00 Fellowship 10:10 Sunday School 10:10 Adult Study 11:00 Worship 2:00 TLC Party
10:00 am Worship Service (Cantata) 5:00 pm Christmas Eve Worship Service
6:00 pm Admin Council
5:30 Choir
6:30 Praise Band
5:30 Choir
6:30 Praise Band
6:00 pm Eve Circle
6:00 pm Girl
Scouts—(Brownies)
1 pm Joy Circle
6:00 pm—SPRC
Just for Kix dance classes
4:30-9:00 pm
Just for Kix dance classes
4:30-9:00 pm
Just for Kix 4:30-9:00 pm
Just for Kix 4:30-9:00 pm
31. 10:00 am Worship
Y Basket-
ball
Y Basketball
Y Basketball
9:00 Worship 10:00 Fellowship 10:10 Sunday School 10:10 Adult Study 11:00 Worship 6:30 TLC
1st Sunday of Advent
2nd Sunday of Advent
3rd Sunday of Advent
4th Sunday of Advent
4:00 pm Worship
Committee
