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December 12 - 18, 2019
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Quote of the Week
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We must meet the uncertainties of this world with the certainty of the world to come.
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Santa or Jesus? Both of them require faith to believe in them, but which one is true?
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During Childrens' Moment, Mr Tom will explain the mystery of Santa and Jesus.
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Nursery Service is provided during the 9 AM and 11:15 AM Sunday Services for children aged 4 years old or younger.
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Get in the Christmas Spirit and Enjoy a Night Out!
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Support Wesley Memorial UMC!
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Thoughts of the Day
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Advent Readings
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Advent readings are themed Scripture readings for each Sunday of Advent. The four weeks of Advent are broken down into the themes:
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- Hope (or promise)
- Preparation (waiting or prophecy)
- Joy (peace)
- Love (adoration)
One of the beautiful things about the Advent readings above is that they offer churches the opportunity to include both young and old into their services, and the same can be true of private family devotions around the Advent wreath as well. By this point, you’ve probably realized that there is no set criteria for who should read the Advent readings in church. In some denominations, the lead pastor or worship leader may read the Advent reading, as a way of leading the congregation in worship. To read more, click here
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December 15 – Sausage Eggs Benedict – Grilled English Muffin Topped with Maple Sausage and Two Eggs Poached to Perfection finished with Hollandaise Sauce and Served with Choice of Side and Drink. $5.00
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Annual Christmas Tea on December 14th
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Ladies, join us for our Annual Christmas Tea on December 14th at 11:00am! Enjoy a traditional tea and the fellowship of other women. The cost is $10.00 per person and can be paid at the door.
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Invite family, friends, neighbors and your co-workers! Reservations can be made after each service starting Sunday November 17th. Please include any guests so that we have an accurate number of attendees for food purposes.
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Please come join the Chancel Choir as we go out into the community, December 22nd, singing favorite Christmas Carols. We start at 5:30 p.m. in the FLC for a pot-luck supper so bring a dish to pass and around 6:30 we go out ready to bring cheer to others. So you say, "But I can't sing"? No matter, just come and join in the fun. This is for all ages from one to one-hundred! There will be six 4 passenger golf carts for those who need them. Bring your children, your friends, your neighbors. Let's make a joyful noise unto The Lord!
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Please reach out to Jean Rowe at 813 767-5264 or Gail Parker at 813 885-2146 for more information.
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December 18 – Chicken Primavera – Grilled Chicken Breast with Fresh Vegetables tossed with Fettuccine and Alfredo Sauce. Served with Garlic Bread. Drink and Dessert. $5.00
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Cold Night Shelter
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Needed! - Wesley Volunteers to staff the cold weather shelter at Jackson Springs Park. The shelter opens when the weather forecast predicts the temperature to go below 40 degrees. We are looking for volunteers that can do a 3 to 4 hour shift when the shelter is open. We want to have many volunteers so no one has to do a shift more than one night in a row. Please be a part of this important ministry to serve the homeless in our neighborhood.
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Also, we need to start gathering supplies. We always need gloves, socks, and scarves. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Nancy Blunk at 813 -966 -1496
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We are excited to let you know we are at 115 bags per week now – Dickenson Elem is
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83 bags per week and TNCountry Elem is 32. We knew once the administrators were able to settle into the new school year, the numbers would increase, and we expect they will grow again after the Christmas break.
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We recently packed for the month of December and were able to put a wrapped reading book in the December 13th bag and a wrapped coloring book with crayons in the December 20th bag, so they will get 2 wrapped gifts from Wesley. Now it’s time to restock and prepare for the January packing. If you are interested in picking up a few items, here are a few current needs:
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- Jif to go peanut butter cups – 1.5 oz.
- Belvita (type) Breakfast biscuits – kid friendly flavors
- Peanut Butter or Cheese crackers – kid friendly flavors
- Granola Bars – kid friendly flavors
If you have any questions about Pack a Sack or purchasing items, you can always
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ask me at church on Sunday or feel free to give me a call @ 813/967-3800.
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Please continue to pray for this ministry…and please include these school administrators and teachers. They are overwhelmed with shortage of teachers, admin help and trying to meet the needs of these children and their families. Both are dealing with homeless families.
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Status Report - Capital Needs List
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