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March 25,2024 - March 31,2024
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Why do we keep getting ourselves in a predicament?
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We had a great cantata last Sunday and are so appreciative of our choir and their work.
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I wanted to continue in our learning about Jesus’ self -awareness and how he reveals himself to people. We have heard Jesus speak of himself as Messiah and as God almighty; and generally, the delivery is determined by the audience. If someone is self-aware of their spiritual dilemma of being a sinner in need of salvation, Jesus reveals himself as Messiah and the conversation is almost always really simple, calm and
reassuring, loving. If someone believes they have no need of a savior, Jesus reveals himself as God and the conversation is confrontational and often almost physical.
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In John 10, Jesus reveals himself as the Good Shepherd to an audience that has both believers and non-believers. The believers receive the word as comforting. The non-believers receive it as confrontational and demand Jesus say plainly what he means. Jesus says, “I did tell you, but you do not believe.” And the non-believers pick up stones to stone Jesus. This tells me they understood His revelation to them, they simply did not believe it.
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We have entered a season in our history where many simply will not believe no matter what is said. In the case of Jesus, non-believers did not believe even though they saw the blind see and the lame walk, and they are about to see Lazarus raised from the grave and still will not believe.
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Easter is upon us and I encourage you with these words that Jesus tells Thomas after the resurrection: “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.“ John 20:29. I am so grateful I believe without seeing!
I love being your pastor,
Happy Easter,
Ernie
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If you are able to join us this Saturday, please respond to this email and let us know!
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Support a Child’s Chance for Change!
Wesley needs walkers and sponsors!
This event raises scholarship funds that provide life-changing
opportunities like quality early childhood education and
nutritious food to economically disadvantaged children
Contact Leslie Berlin 813-494-9063 [email protected]
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to become a walker or sponsor
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If you plan to attend the Summer Bible Study, please register here!
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This event is open to the community! Invite friends and family!
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All women are invited! The men of the church will be serving!
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This is a great opportunity to adopt a mother or daughter!
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SAVE THE DATE! SAT., MAY 11 BAPTISMS IN THE GULF!
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All are invited to come out and support those being baptized!
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Bring a picnic dish to share. Grill will be available for meats.
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We will meet at Sand Key ,1250 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater 33767.
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Please let the office know if you plan to come!
Your name will be needed to enter security gate!
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Save the date and invite friends and neighbors to celebrate and honor veterans and veteran families! Hotdogs and drinks will be provided. Please bring a potluck dish for sides and deserts. Bring any memorabilia you wish to share. We will have displays for all to see. There will be a Honor Roll located in the Sanctuary Overflow area. Please sign it with anyone you wish to honor! Have a story you wish to share? We all would love to hear! It could be funny, heartbreaking, hero recognition, a lifetime friendship started. Maybe a parent or child homecoming story. These stories were the highlight at the luncheon last year. There will also be a quilt raffle with proceeds going to the Wounded Warrior Project. All are welcome!
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See more photos from last year's event here!
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If you plan to attend, please register here!
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We're going with a 1 Day event this year! We want EVERYONE to be involved! The theme is "God is Everywhere" and we'll cover the 7 continents and the Story will be of the Good Samaritan. We want the kids and volunteers to see how God is ever present, ever loving and ever healing his children in cultures all over the world. It is going to be a fabulous day rounding out with dinner. You can register here!
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Please save the date and let Kelly, Dennis or Rochelle if you can help!
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Click button to see photos from last year's VBS!
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Pack a Sack Update...
We are moving right along with this school year and stay busy keeping shelves stocked and bags ready for delivery. We are up to 209 children per week which is amazing that we’ve been able to grow the ministry in such a wonderful way. Ernie stopped by the other day to pack a few bags with us so it was nice for him to see how the ministry has grown and changed. We were able to reminisce about how Pack a sack got started.
Right now, we have a few immediate needs if you’d like to help:
● Juice boxes or pouches
● Small boxes of raisins
● Applesauce
And of course, monetary donations are always welcome. If you have any questions about donations, or getting involved feel free to call Jamie at 813–967-3800
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We sincerely appreciate your continued support and prayers!
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The Ruth Circle is now collecting diapers, wipes, toiletries and educational supplies for their ministry to Children's Home Network. If you are able to help, please leave your donation in a marked container in the copy room. The Ruth Circle belongs to the United Women of Faith and meets the first Thursday of each month at 10am in the Sewing Room.
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Click here to learn more about the Children's Home Network.
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CUBA MINISTRY
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ALTAR FLOWERS
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Flowers, on or by the Altar for our Sunday worship services, would be a
wonderful addition. Simply call or email the church office and let Terri Davis know the date and any particular colors wanted. We have a florist that gives us special pricing and they do a beautiful job. Flowers don’t always have to be in memory of a loved one. Think about celebrating an anniversary, someone’s birthday, graduation or best of all, given to the Glory of God.
The office number is 813.469.9157 and the email [email protected]
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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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This week Pastor Ernie talked about Jesus as the Good Shepard and related a funny story from his youth. The Shepherd's crook and use is very symbolic of what God does to get our attention when we are going a wrong way.
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You can listen to Coffee with Ernie every Tuesday morning on Facebook at 7:30am (give or take) or you can watch later.
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Click link below for the most recent episode.
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Post your prayers and praise requests here and pray and comment for others!
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Please make visiting the prayer wall a daily practice!
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A Prayer for Easter Resurrection
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Loving Lord, today we remember the veil of darkness transforming to the brightest light. The most dreadful end becoming the most beautiful beginning. We remember with trembling hearts the depths of despair fading to reveal hope everlasting. The curse of death defeated by eternal life. Today we remember with thankfulness your willingness to be pierced for our sins. We sing with abounding joy of your miraculous rise, from death’s tomb to resplendent life. Thank you for the promise of heaven and your generous invitation of eternal life for all. Amen.
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Be sure to subscribe to our You Tube channel!
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March 31, 2024
EASTER SUNDAY
"Resurrection"
John 11:25
10:00 am Sunday Worship Service
Pastor Ernie Post
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Please help the church save money on paper and printing by checking in virtually on Sunday Service and receiving a bulletin. The QR code will be posted on the outside and inside of sanctuary entries, in the pews, and at the coffee station. Give it a try and see if it works for you. Paper bulletins will still be available if preferred.
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*Please note: When registering for check in, it is only required to input one contact - cell phone OR email (although both are preferred.) All other requests are optional and can be bypassed by simply pressing the done button.
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Additional Note: The bulletin can also be found on the Church website (https://wesleymemorial.net/bulletin/) in the CONNECT drop down menu . It is updated every week by the end of Thursday for the following Sunday.
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If your phone is not pulling up current bulletin via the QR code on Sunday, it is likely you need to clear your cache (search history). To do this, open your search app, tap the three dot bar at bottom, tap history, then clear browsing data. Make sure cookies and site data has a check to the right as well as cached images and files. Then at bottom click "clear browsing data". Refer to google as some phones may differ. It is a good idea to clear the cache on your phone occasionally to keep your phone operating at its best.
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*******Even if you prefer a paper bulletin, you can still sign in online in lieu of using a connect card. That still helps the church with printing costs.*********
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