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January 11th, 2021 - January 17th, 2021
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Pastor's Notes to Wesley
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It is certainly great to be back and working. I do not do so well without a routine. I get a little lost. I did notice how quickly my spiritual routines changed over the course of the three weeks I was quarantined. I missed my Mondays, getting ready to talk with my friends about the word. I missed my Wednesday studies with the men, the banter, the laughter. I missed the import (look it up) I put on being prepared for Sundays and how valuable delivering the message to you is for my soul. Quite honestly, my soul was a bit lost without you.
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So it is good to be back. We will be looking at Romans this year and I would encourage everyone to read Romans 1:1-7 in preparation for Sunday. I am excited for what we will be learning together and cannot wait to be back with you. Our first conversation will center on being called and set apart for the work of God. What a privilege it is to serve you for the Lord.
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I see that while I was gone Wesley had a very successful JOY of GIVING campaign that is drawing to a conclusion. I am happy for us. IT will allow us the privilege of being a great church in the community so thank you all. Cannot wait for Sunday. Take heart.
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I love being your pastor,
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Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church
January 17th, 2021 at 11:15 AM EDT
Livestream Sunday Worship Service
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We are going to need help THIS SATURDAY Jan. 16th removing all of the Christmas and Advent decorations in the sanctuary and overflow area. We would especially like some help from men and young people as there will be some ladders to climb and some heavy items to pack away but all are welcome to come and we will have something for everyone to help with. We will meet in the sanctuary at 9:00am. Thank you for serving!
Contact: Gail Parker
Phone: 813-215-7268
Email: [email protected]
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Walking The Mourners Path 2nd meeting!
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The pain of losing a loved one can leave a person feeling alone, not knowing what to do next and an overwhelming feeling of loss and pain. Walking The Mourners Path provides a place composed of others that share the pain of the death of a loved one. It is an opportunity to share your feelings, ask questions of each other, listen to the experiences of others, gain insight and receive support in problem solving. Walking The Mourners Path began Sunday, January 10, 2021. We will be meeting again Sunday January 17th, in the multipurpose room 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. This is an eight week commitment that will meet everyone’s need.
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Contact: Connie Pruitt at 813-494-4049 for any questions and to sign up to attend.
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Kathy Hyde's Celebration of Life
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Marshall and I want to Thank everyone for the cards and messages of hope and faith during this most difficult time of our lives.
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Kathy's Celebration of Life will be held on Friday Jan.22 @ 2:00 p.m. at Wesley Memorial U.M.C. There will be a Service followed by a Socially Distanced Gathering of Fellowship and Reflection of Kathy's Life. No refreshments.
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We will be Following all Mask and CDC guidelines.
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Marshall and I kindly ask that in Lieu of Flowers that Donations be made to either: Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado or Boy Scout Troop 315 @ 6100 Memorial Hwy Tampa, Fl.33615. Kathy was passionate about both of these.
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Marshall and I understand the need for individual safety issues during these desperate times and situations we are facing on a daily basis.
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Please Keep in Touch with Us and Please keep our entire family in your prayers. Thanks Everyone,
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NEW BIBLE STUDY STARTING SOON!!!
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Wide Angle: Framing your Worldview by Rick Warren and Charles Colson
12 Step Christian Living will begin this new study on
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Wednesday, January 27 from 6:30-8 pm.
Your worldview consists of the beliefs you build your life on. It determines how you view God, yourself and other people. Discussion topics include truth, tolerance , reconciliation and the purpose of life.
We already have the video and study guides.
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Participants will benefit from also reading The Good Life by Charles Colson.
Everyone is welcome!!
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As part of the Hillsborough Organization for Progress and Equality (HOPE) , Wesley joins 24 other faith-based congregations seeking to respond to God's call to do justice in our community through systemic change. HOPE uses volunteers to research local issues and present solutions to our local leaders. This year, HOPE has 2 committees that are committed to finding and securing help. The Criminal Justice committee has previously helped secure Crisis Intervention Training at the Tampa Police Department and the expansion of the Civil Citation policy for children. It continues to monitor these programs, and is also starting to research the reduction of adult arrests and systemic bias in policing. The second committee is Mental Health and Addiction, and focuses on barriers to access for treatment and services. There is ongoing research about the services that are available, how to measure the unmet needs, and what specific actions can remove local barriers for those seeking help with behavioral health issues.
Wesley's HOPE team meets by Zoom on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM to discuss these issues and share our stories. We would love to have you join us for our next meeting on Feb. 8!
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If you would like to have an item added to the ANNOUNCEMENTS section, please click on this link: https://wesleymemorial.net/media-request and fill out the form with requested information. On the form, please select 'Other' media and include an description of the announcement.
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Let us pray for you: When viewing the Worship Service, share/type in your prayer requests in the Comment Field. Your prayer requests will be recorded and added to the Prayer Wall in the church's website so that prayer warriors who visit the Prayer Wall can include your requests in their prayer lists.
Please Note: Prayer requests from the previous services have been posted to the Prayer Wall. Please take time to visit it and pray for these requests. Many Thanks!
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STEWARDSHIP
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Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church’s 2021 Stewardship Campaign is almost reaching the goal for supporting the church and its mission and ministries. These final weeks we are reminded that "Others Are Important” and the need for the “Joy of Giving”. If you have not taken the opportunity to send in your Commitment Card you can click on the link below and give on line or there are extra cards in the pews. Just put them in the offering plate or mail to the church office. https://app.ontask.io/workflow/d8ce48d5-2776-4c5d-b718-3f7df106da2b .
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Giving God of your time, talents, and gifts is the greatest “JOY” of all.
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You can Text To Tithe your offerings for Wesley Memorial UMC at this contact number - 813-699-4304. Within a few minutes, you’ll be sent a text with a link to register. Click on the link and enter your cardholder name and credit or debit information. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a text verification and a receipt of your donation via email. You can even text “repeat” to make it a recurring donation. Give + Text is one of the fastest and easiest ways to give.
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HERE'S HOW TO WORSHIP FROM THE SAFETY OF YOUR HOME
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Option 1 - - Website and Youtube
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An alternate way to view the Livestream Sunday Worship Service is now available.
Starting immediately, you can visit the church's website at 'https://wesleymemorial.net/' and on the Menu bar, look for and click on 'Livestream' in the website. Then, follow the instructions provided on the following page to view the online services.
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NOTE: The website links will direct you to the church's YouTube channel as displayed above. If you enjoy the online or recorded services, remember to press the 'Subscribe' button in YouTube.
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If you have or want to open a Facebook page to navigate to the Sunday Worship Service, please click here. You should see the following Logo displayed in Facebook.
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