Student Ministry
Wesley Foundation a Home Away From Home
As you
settle in this semester, we also invite you to settle in here at Wesley. We
have some of the best study space on campus. We also have Worship, Study,
Service and Re-creation opportunities to help you to grow in faith. Most
importantly we have a Christian community where you can share mutual support
and care.
After the first week or two, this email will fall into a pattern of a
regular weekly E-Newsletter. Feel free to modify which emails you wish to
receive by clicking on the "update profile" link at the end of any email we
send you.
Graduate Student Study Meets Tuesdays at 8:00pm
Midweek Student Worship 8:30pm every Wednesday
Join us
for an informal, student-led worship that provides a spiritual lift midway
through the week. Time for singing and praying, time for reflection and
contemplation and time with God and friends. We start in Watseka Lounge and
then move upstairs into the Great Hall.
Friday Etc. "Hot Spot" at 7:30pm in our Coffeehouse
Looking
for a place to hangout on a Friday night? Join us for fair-trade coffee and
tea, snacks, live entertainment, pool, TV and fun. We're really excited
about kicking off this new time in our old coffeehouse.
Everyone is welcome to come by for a few minutes or until we close at
Midnight.
Sunday Worship
Sundays at 9:30am, Traditional Service
A wonderful worship experience grounded in our historic traditions. Trumpets, organ, choir, formal liturgy and meaningful sermons help shape this service. Students actively participate in all areas of this worship service.
Sundays at 11:15am, Contemporary Worship
Engaging music, message, guitars, drums, keyboard, and praise singers help set the stage for this wonderfully spirit filled informal service
Sun 1:00pm Korean Language Worship by Jesus Love United Methodist Church
February 10, 2010 Student Ministry Newsletter
Peer Minister Office Hours
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The Wesley Peer Ministers will do their best to hold these office hours every week in the Etc. Coffeehouse or in the PM Office:
Renee Schroeder - Mon 1-3 Brooke McClure - Mon 2:30-3:30; Wed 10-11am
Hannah Nelson - Tue and Thur 2-3 Jarod Spohrer - Tue 3-5
John Powers, Peer Minister Intern, by appointment
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Ash Wednesday Service next Wednesday, February 17 at 6pm
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Wesley Food Pantry -- Thursday, February 18th
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 The Wesley Evening Food Pantry began as a response to a community
need for a food pantry with evening hours. Since November 2006 the
Wesley Evening Food Pantry has provided groceries, health, education,
and human services for area residences on the third Thursday of the
month.
The ultimate goal of the Wesley Evening Food Pantry is for everyone
in our community to having enough food to eat - resulting in no need
for the pantry. Until that goal is reached, each month we strive:
- To provide a week's worth of food to assist people through the end of the month when paychecks and Food Stamps may be low
- To schedule the food pantry in the evening to accommodate work and school responsibilities
- To respect self-determination as participants select their own food choices that match their family's needs
- To provide regular resource centers of information, referral, and health consultation
- To train volunteers regarding both procedures and the operational values of respect, access, and choice
- To address the root causes of hunger for our particular set of clients.
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Valentine's Potluck Lunch
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After the contemporary service at 11:15 am on Sunday, February 14, there will be a church-wide potluck lunch. Feel free to bring a dish to share as we meet in friendship and fellowship.
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| Summer Job Opportunities
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A Christian Ministry in the National Parks
Encounter God in a truly awe-inspiring natural setting! Become part of
a rich tradition that goes back more than 50 years. A Christian
Ministry in the National Parks (ACMNP) is an interdenominational
ministry that extends the Christian message to those who live, work,
and vacation in America's national parks. They are currently looking for applicants for summer 2010 at many of the national parks across the country. Go to http://www.acmnp.com/index.php for more information and to apply! IGRC Summer Camp CounselorThe Illinois Great Rivers Conference of the United Methodist Church is looking to hire summer camp counselors and other camp positions for campers grades 1-12. All positions are for full summer employment (6-7 weeks). Room, board, and salary are all provided. Positions are open for Easy Bay Camp in Hudson, IL; Jensen Woods in Timewell, IL and Little Grassy in Makanda, IL If you are interested in applying, email Pastor Rob at rkirby@wesleyui.org. |
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Upcoming Events
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February
14 - Valentine's Day Potluck Lunch, after contemporary worship service
17 - Ash Wednesday Service, 6:00pm
March
20-28 - Spring Break! :)
April
4 - Easter
9-10 - Interfaith Service Days
May
7 - Finals Start
14 - Last day of Finals
27-30 - Student Forum
August
6-14 - Bike Trip
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