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Sept. 26, 2022 - Oct.2,2022
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PASTOR'S NOTES
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Hello Wesley,
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Looks like the storm skirted us again. I have a high school friend in Fort Myers and he opens an Air BNB on the beach. So far as I wrote this he is OK but the water is like right there, Ian just made landfall. Last time we had a storm headed at us I evacuated to Winter Garden only to have it go directly over my head. When we are skirted like this we tend to feel blessed. I am ever reminded that our blessing means someone else is getting hit hard.
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Power just went off!. I have been texting as many as I can to encourage them and thought I would share a thought. While Ian may have skirted by us, it does not necessarily mean we are extra blessed, much less we are blessed because of anything about us. And the opposite is true. Ian hit Fort Myers hard and it does not mean they are cursed or super bad people. Often in life we look for cause and effect to explain things and honestly, a lot of stuff just is. No one or nothing to blame. It just is.
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When we get back home after evacuating I simply pray that the first thing we all do is check on our neighbors, even before we check on our house. I have texted all my neighbors. They know I care. And I know Wesley cares. Go love your neighbors!
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I love being your pastor.
Ernie
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Join us this Sunday for HOPE meeting to share your personal concerns about issues in Hillsborough County! This is a great opportunity for your voice to be heard and/or just learn how you can support HOPE in their efforts to make positive changes for Hillsborough County. A light lunch will be served. RSVP appreciated but not required.
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All went smoothly with our first few deliveries. We are excited that Dickinson is up and running as well, and the numbers keep changing. They started at 17 and with a week went to 85, so we're already at 135 bags a week total for both schools... God is Good!
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It's been such a difficult last 2 years for the schools, so we're thrilled they are reaching out and letting us help reach these children. If you would like to help out, here are a few things weare in need of:
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Jif to go peanut butter cups (any brand- 1.5 oz)
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Juice - Boxes are pouches will work
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Items can be brought in on Sundays and left on the pack a sack shelves or dropped at church during normal business hours. Be in touch if you have any questions:
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On Friday, October 28th Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church is
hosting a Life Line Screening event for the community. They will perform
ultrasound tests for stroke/carotid artery blockage, abdominal aortic
aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease, and osteoporosis risk. These non-
invasive screenings are completely painless, take about 10 minutes each
and are affordable. Screenings are recommended for anyone age 50 and
older. Life Line Screening now offers 3 simple finger-stick blood tests to
identify risk factors for heart disease and diabetes. Space is limited and
pre-registration is required. Appointments are filling fast, so you may want
to make your appointment soon.
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Don’t let heart disease and stroke get in your way of the life you love.
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Call toll free 1-888-653-6450,
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visit https://llsa.social/HSC,
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or text the word, “circle” to 797979
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to schedule your health screening.
The package of 5 screenings is offered for only $159. Call today to register and receive a $10 discount off the vascular screening package
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Wesley now has a way to connect virtually! If you have not already submitted a virtual connect card, please take a few moments and do so now! Simply text the single word that applies to 813-592-1788. This will keep you updated with events at Wesley as well as personal messages from Pastor Ernie. Please save the number in your phone as Wesley Memorial Tampa. Let's stay connected!
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As I write this message it is with a heart filled with gratitude for the support of our church in raising money for Agape House. Our spaghetti dinner raised over $6,100 for the operational costs of The House.
Our church has offered support in other ways too. Nancy Bunk and her crew made beautiful quilts with stuffed animals and dolls for the children. These were well received. We have several members who continue to offer encouragement to their Netpal still in Ukraine or surrounding areas. The Wesley Ukraine Advisory Committee will be meeting soon to discuss our upcoming plans, we covet your prayers.
Please keep the following in your prayers;
1. The Krutii family who are grieving the loss of 10-year-old Ferida
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2. God's perfect will regarding the sale of the Cianciolo home. Scott and Theresa have an interested buyer however they receive calls every day from Ukrainians who want to come to the US.
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3. Successful surgeries for 7-year-old Mariam who just had the first of several surgeries to repair the scarring on her legs from burns.
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4. God's direction for the adults, many who were professionals in the Ukraine. They are waiting for their work visas to be approved
Greatest Needs
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1. Relationships with community members
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2. Patience as they learn English (they spend 12 hours per week learning)
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3. Opportunities for three adults to gain supervised driving hours (they have their "restricted" license)
4. Financial help for heating this winter and other maintenance needs
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If you see one of our Persons of the Week , take a moment and thank them for their service!
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We hope you are enjoying "The Persons of the Week" addition to the newsletter!
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Our goal is to strengthen the Church Body by getting to know each other better.
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Please take a few minutes, copy and paste the questions below on reply email and send your answers to [email protected].
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We will be featuring 2-3 or 4 persons each week. Help us keep this moving forward!
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Contact Info (for office use only, will not be published)
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2. How long have you been attending Wesley?
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3. What ministries and/or real life groups have you been involved in?
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4. School/ Work/ Retired?
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5. What is one fact that most people don't know about you?
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If possible, please attach a photo of yourself to the email or make arrangements with Terri to have a quick and easy photo session.
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Last Saturday was our monthly art activity at Habana Health Care Center. And Sunday afternoon we had our first "Singspiration"! Click button below to see a short clip of the weekend at Habana !
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Last Sunday we celebrated the confirmation of three of our youth!
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It was Super Sunday at Wesley as the Silver Saints also took over the 9am service as well as the Youth taking over the second service! Then later that afternoon a group lead the first "Singspiration" at Habana Health Care Center. Click the button below for a glimpse of some of the special moments from last Sunday!
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If you would like to have an event or celebration (birth, graduation, marriage, travel, etc.) added to the ANNOUNCEMENTS section, please email [email protected] , including description of announcement along with any photographs.
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Wesley, you are such a faithful church! We thank you for your generous and giving hearts! 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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Or by standard mail by sending cash or check to
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6100 Memorial Hwy, Tampa FL 33615
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Office hours are Monday - Thursday 9am-3pm.
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We are here to help you with any of your needs.
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Church Contact Information:
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Oct. 2, 2022 at 9:00 AM EDT
Traditional Worship Service
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Oct. 2, 2022 at 11:15 AM EDT
Contemporary Worship Service
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Pastor Ernie has started a new series "Finding Jesus in the Old Testament". This is a not to be missed study focusing on a spiritual approach to the Old Testament that needs to be watched and shared with neighbors and friends! Join us every Tuesday morning at 7:30 am on Facebook or you can watch it later as well.
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Please visit prayer wall for recent prayer requests!
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