07-15-15 - Wesley United Methodist Church

July 19
Worship
10:30 a.m.
Rev. Jim Healy
July 26
Food Ministry Offering
Worship
10:30 a.m.
Rev. Vickie Healy
Growing in Christ to be
a Bold Witness to God’s Love
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Tuesday, August 4, 2015
for our Fourth Annual
National Night Out
on Wesley’s Campus
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Outdoor Activities
6:30 p.m. Hot Dogs and Chips
8:00 to 10:00 p.m. Outdoor Family Movie
Q97.1 All The Hits
Games
Watermelon Eating Contest
Sno-Cones
Food
Family Fun
We are currently looking for groups to sponsor a kids game or activity. There is still space table
space available should you want to advertise your group. If your group, committee, etc. is
interested please contact Eduardo at 559-824-6084 or [email protected].
Sponsored by the El Dorado Park Community Leaders, Fresno State ASI, Wesley UMC, El Dorado Park CDC,
Building Neighborhood Capacity Program, Councilmember Paul Caprioglio, and EDP Community Partners.
Imagine Wesley
We did it! You did it! We are ready to “launch” our Heifer Ark! We raised over $5100.00
in honor of our 50th anniversary for a Heifer International ark. What a great way to celebrate
our anniversary —making this significant contribution to fighting hunger and poverty in the United States and around the world! A Bold Witness to God’s Love! We will continue receiving donations through the end of July so we can buy some more animals and maybe even “pooper
scoopers” for the ark.
We have also made a significant commitment to fighting food insecurity right here in our El
Dorado Park neighborhood over the last few years. With your generosity and careful shopping,
we are able to provide food for many adults and children.
Each month we pack and give away over 200 bags of nonperishable food items. While these
bags of groceries are meant for emergency relief, many families and households have come to
depend on these groceries as a way to stretch their food dollars. Since we joined the Community Food Bank we have been able to provide more free, fresh fruits and vegetables on a regular basis.
Each Thursday night we serve a simple, home cooked meal. At five o’clock we serve dinner
to the youth from the Boys and Girls Club and at 5:30 we open the doors to adults, families and
other children and youth. While the number of folks coming to dinner has decreased over the
last few months, we still serve 45 to 60 people each week.
We can only do this work and ministry because of your generosity — your time and money.
It is a bold witness to God’s love to serve food to those who are hungry and food insecure. I
often hear expressions of appreciation as people eat dinner or pick up a bag of groceries. With
two local food pantries closed for the summer and with the summer break from the monthly
food giveaways at Wesley, our ongoing work is even more important. Thank you!
The fourth Sunday of each month is our Food Offering. We put blue envelopes in the bulletin
and ask you to make a contribution. Your gifts enable our two food ministries to meet the
needs for our neighbors. And, of course, you may donate to our Food Programs at any time.
Don’t worry if you miss the fourth Sunday.
On an unrelated note: It has been a busy summer and we are needing some catchup
time! So to that end, the office will be closed August 14, 21 and 28 (Fridays) for some carpet
cleaning, some other “house” cleaning and even some time off. We have done this a couple
of other summers and it just helps us regroup before the fall activity begins. We have had a
wonderful summer so far — but it has been busy and sometimes that means that everything
does not get put away where it needs to go or we received some new things we don’t know
where they go — yet!
I hope you are having a great summer! I am! What a great place to be in ministry!
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Just look at how many families lives will be changed with
your donations to the ARK at Heifer International.
Hot Dogs and Apple Pie
Sponsored by Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC)
Sunday August 2nd
Following Worship
Wesley’s SPRC would like you to join them in welcoming
Pastor Vickie back for another year.
The Journeymen will prepare hot dogs with all the fixin's,
served along with drinks and apple pie.
Attention All Hikers and
Backpackers
Upcoming Events
July 23—25 Backpack
We have reserved a two night backpack
to Island Lake (9,810 ft. elevation) in the
Dinkey Lakes Wilderness from July 23 - 25
for 12 people.
We could make this a loop hike. There
are plenty of lakes for fishing, swimming,
and exploring. Total loop trip is about 9
miles. This is a great option for a family or
beginners backpack.
August Backpack
The longer backpack is scheduled to
begin the middle of the first week in
August. This semi-loop trip to the Red
Mountain Lakes basin/Devil’s Punchbowl
(trailhead at Courtright Reservoir - we will
stay overnight at trailhead). Total mileage
is approximately 36-40 miles, with about
3020 ft. of elevation gain.
Contact:
Jim Shepard or
Joellyn Hamaguchi at
[email protected]
Pink Cow Thrift Shop
Store Hours
Tuesday and Thursday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
First Saturday of the Month
9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Third Sunday of the Month
10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Donations accepted
during store hours or
in the church office
Monday thru Thursday.
Donations are tax
deductible… ask one
of the Pink Cow
volunteers to supply
you with a donation form.
Sunday Mornings 9:15 a.m.
Fireside Room
Walking Together
Led by Pastor Vickie Healy
Base Camp
It is good food and it is community.
It is a ministry that matters.
Thursday Evenings
Dinner is served to the Boys & Girls Club members at 5:00 p.m.
and the Community at 5:30 p.m.
Questions, give Christie a call at 269-6133.
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
Sermons now
available online!
Log onto
Saturday, July 18 at 9:00 a.m.
in the Library
wesleyfresno.org
We are currently making short stoles for General
Conference 2016 in Portland. The stoles are colorful
and very easy to cut and sew. We have enough
material to make 150 stoles. We are also continuing
with our UMCOR Layette sewing projects.
Click on the
Worship/ Listen
to Our Sermons
tab and click-on the date.
Everyone is welcome to join us.
Looking for a sermon date not
listed… click-on the link at
the bottom of the page to
see additional dates.
The Sew-n-Sews are in need of
NEW BABY FLANNEL FABRIC for
a great opportunity to involve Fresno
State Students to work on projects
for UMCOR with the Sew-n-Sews.
Want to keep up on
what is happening
around Wesley?
On Wednesday, September 2nd from 10:00 a.m.
to 2:00 p.m. Fresno State is hosting a Community
Service Fair to help students find places where they
would be of service. The Sew-n-Sews are going to
teach the students how to knit, sew, crochet, cut fabric, etc., which will enable us to do more for UMCOR.
But we need your HELP to make this happen . . . with
a fabric donation. Look for sales and remember not to
buy anything with patriotic symbols, religious symbols
or camouflage.
Barb Bray, Holland Wright or Wesley staff would be
happy to accept these items and your willingness to
"serve" is greatly appreciated. What a great opportunity to involve young people and teach them how to
give back to their community and the world through
UMCOR.
Follow us on
Wesley’s Facebook
Fan Page
Search online:
facebook.com/wesleyfresno
Wesley Photographers
The 4th Sunday of the month
we meet and have a potluck.
New Folks are Always Welcome!
For more information contact Barb Bray at 284-7836.
July Meeting/Potluck
Sunday, July 26 at 3:00 p.m.
Contact Jim Healy
[email protected]
or
Dwight Wilcox
[email protected]
for the July meeting location.
Be part of Circles Fresno dedicated to
eliminating poverty in our community.
Tuesday Evenings
Dinner at 5:30 Fireside Rm.
Gathering 6:15 p.m. Fireside Rm.
Circles contact: Jackie Holmes (559) 906-6822
Email: [email protected]
Building a community where every person has enough resources, relationships, and reason to thrive.
SAVE THE DATE! Meditation Retreat Rescheduled
All are welcome to participate on Saturday, September 5, from 9:00
am to 3:00 pm in a Meditation and Silent Retreat. This is a great
opportunity for anyone looking for a day to reflect and take stock of life.
We will meet in John Wesley Hall at the southwest corner of the building
in the Choir/Conference Room. Lunch will be a potluck. Drinks and
snacks will be provided. The retreat will include periods of meditation,
silent walks and exercise. Please dress casually with loose clothing
for relaxation and for exercise and stretching.
You do not need any experience in meditation or the exercises. The
retreat will accommodate all person regardless of age and personal
needs.
This is an excellent opportunity to learn about meditation and
enjoy a relaxing day away from the hustle and bustle of your regular
routine. You will find it a meaningful experience.
Please call Jim Healy at 289-2250 for additional information and to
answer any questions you might have.
Volunteers Provide Radical Hospitality
Have you wondered how it is that we have coffee on the patio after service each week? Who asks folks to
read the scripture? Can I volunteer in the office – regularly or once in a while? If I want to be a greeter or an
usher for worship, how do I let someone know?
Volunteers are essential to radical hospitality and passionate worship. Greeters welcome each person with
the peace of Christ as they come through the door. Ushers hand out the bulletins, assist with seating if necessary, receive the offering and provide direction during communion. Liturgists assist
the pastor with the call to worship, the opening prayer and the scripture reading
during worship. Coffee cart duties include preparing coffee, beverages and snacks.
The coffee cart is set up just before the 10:30 a.m. service and is put away around
12:30 p.m.
Other volunteers include receptionists who will answer the phones, make copies,
give out food bags, and do other minor clerical work. The office volunteers usually
work from 9 am to noon or 12:30 pm to 4 pm, Monday thru Thursday and 9 am to noon
on Friday. Training is available for each of these opportunities. For more information
or to volunteer call Lorrae at 224-1947 or email her at [email protected].
Worship Volunteers
Greeters
Liturgists
Media Techs
Ushers
July 19
CJ Pitcher
& Joyce Cape
Susan Coberly
Barb Bray
& Charis Campbell
July 26
Charlien Hawkins
Todd Gaskill
TBA
Kathy Shivaprasad
Claudia Andrews
Margie Andreco
Rich Plummer
August 2
Martin Vargas
TBA
Michelle McArtor
Irma Garza
Date
TBA
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Calendar of Events
Volume 28, #14
Sunday, July 19
9:00 a.m. Choir Rehearsal JWH
9:15 a.m. Walking Together—Bible Study FSR
9:15 a.m. Meditation Group EDE
10:00 a.m. Thrift Shop Open until 12:30pm
10:30 a.m. Worship JWH
11:30 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship on the patio
11:40 a.m. Sew-n-Sews WEC #3
11:45 a.m. Social Justice Action Team Library
Monday, July 20
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
11:00 a.m. El Dorado Community Leaders Meet WEC#2
11:00 a.m. Monday Bible Study WEC #3
Tuesday, July 21
8:00 a.m. Tuesday Crew
8:30 a.m. Pink Cow Committee Library
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
10:00 a.m. Thrift Shop Open until 2 pm
2:00 p.m. Nurture & Care Committee Library
5:30 p.m. Circles Dinner and Gathering FSR
Wednesday, July 22
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
12:00 p.m. Book Study Group Library
2:30 p.m. Circles Resource Team Library
7:00 p.m. Fresno Wesley Foundation JWHCF
Thursday, July 23
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
10:00 a.m. Thrift Shop Open until 2 pm
5:30 p.m. Base Camp FSR
6:00 p.m. Nuevo Ministerio WEC #1
Friday, July 24
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
Sunday, July 26
Food Ministry Programs Offering
9:00 a.m. Choir Rehearsal JWH
9:15 a.m. Walking Together—Bible Study FSR
9:15 a.m. Meditation Group EDE
10:30 a.m. Worship JWH
11:30 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship
3:00 p.m. Wesley Photographers Offsite
Monday, July 27
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
11:00 a.m. El Dorado Community Leaders Meet WEC#2
11:00 a.m. Monday Bible Study WEC #3
Tuesday, July 28
8:00 a.m. Tuesday Crew
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
10:00 a.m. Thrift Shop Open until 2 pm
3:30 p.m. EDPCDC Board Meeting Library
5:30 p.m. Circles Dinner and Gathering FSR
Wednesday, July 29
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
12:00 p.m. Book Study Group Library
Thursday, July 30
9:00 a.m. Summer Breakfast / Recreation / Lunch FSR
10:00 a.m. Thrift Shop Open until 2 pm
5:30 p.m. Base Camp FSR
6:00 p.m. El Dorado Community Leaders Meet WEC#2
6:00 p.m. Nuevo Ministerio WEC #1
Friday, July 31
9:00 a.m. Breakfast / Lunch FSR
10:00 a.m. LAST DAY FOR SUMMER RECREATION
Saturday, August 1
9:00 a.m. Food Not Bombs FSR Kitchen
9:30 a.m. Thrift Shop Open until 12:00pm
Saturday, July 25
9:00 a.m. Food Not Bombs FSR Kitchen
Wesley Food Pantry
Building Directory
JWH
JWHCF
JWHK
EDE
FSR
John Wesley Hall
John Wesley Hall Conference Room
John Wesley Hall Kitchen
Ed East (Headstart)
Fireside Room
OCR
WEC
Library
WRC
Office Conference Room
Winterberg Education Center
In the Office Building
Wesley/ Circles Fresno Office
(1396 E. San Bruno Apt. A)
WCC
Wesley Classroom Center
(1328 E. San Ramon Apt. B)
Many of you might not know that Wesley’s Food Pantry Program can supply as many as 200 food bags a
month to families in and around our El Dorado Park
neighborhood. Wesley accomplishes this vital outreach
with your generous monetary (fourth Sunday Food Ministry offering) and non-perishable food donations. Your
support and generosity is needed even more during the
summer months, as other food pantries close. Questions, contact Paula Belden at 289-6288.
We continue to be in great need of:
 Boxed Cereal
 Canned Tuna
 Jar Peanut Butter
Wesley United Methodist Church
1343 E Barstow Ave
Fresno, CA 93710-6309
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(559) 224-1947
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Center for Grief and Healing
Presents
Caring for the Caregiver Workshop
Julie Cardoza, LMFT
Deanne Sayles, RN, MN, CHPN
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
1:30 — 3:00 p.m.
Hinds Hospice Patient Services Center
2490 W. Shaw Ave., Fresno, 93711
The caregiving journey can bring an array of
confusing feelings that often are unpredictable
and painful. This caregiver workshop will
provide an opportunity to learn about the
caregiver’s journey, and how to cope with
caregiver stress and fatigue. You will be
provided with strategies for coping through
rituals, self-care and suggestions for
receiving support during this process.
(between Van Ness & Shaw Lane)
Cost: Free
Seating is limited. Call 559-248-8579 to register.
Wesley United Methodist Church
Phone 559-224-1947
wesleyfresno.org
Contact Wesley's Staff
Pastor
Vickie Healy
[email protected]
Office Manager Lorrae Emory
[email protected]
Bookkeeper
CJ Pitcher
[email protected]
Music Director
Elizabeth Layous
Volunteer Staff
Accompanist
Peggy Copp
Base Camp
Christie Sartor
Custodian
Dolores Lopez
Pink Cow Thrift Shop Betty Bigham
Asst. Custodian Wally Grisso
Food Pantry
Paula Belden
Adjunct Pastoral Staff David Roy
[email protected]
224-1904
289-6288
Our United Methodist Connection
Warner H. Brown, Jr., Bishop,
California-Nevada Annual Conference
Phone (916) 374-1500
Website: www.calnevumc.org
Debra Brady, Central Valley District Superintendent
Phone (916) 374-1501
Email: [email protected]