Lenten Bible Study
Ted Blaisdell is looking to guide a Bible/Book study during Lent (February 18-April 4) on the book The Prodigal God by Timothy Keller. This is a detailed study of the story of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15) with a unique emphasis on the importance of the elder brother. It is a real eye opener and perfect for a Lenten reflection. Ted intends for this to be an in-person study with 6 sessions of 60-90 minutes. Actual dates and times will be determined by interested members. Ted will have copies of the book available to buy or you can purchase one from Amazon. Please touch base with Ted at church if you would like your name on the list or contact him at hagrid417@gmail.
Sunday School Volunteers Wanted!
Have you been looking for a new or different opportunity to give back to the church? Volunteer as a Sunday School assistant! We are looking for people to join our roster of assistants. Please contact Emily Dattilo (education.director@wesleyfamily.org) if interested!
Computer Needed!
The Wesley UMC office computer and financial secretary computers are very old and very slow – the recent upgrade to Windows 11 has made them even slower. We are seeking replacement computers (desktop and laptop). Do you have access to a used computer that could be donated to the church (one that is still fairly speedy)? Maybe your office has gone through a technology refresh, or you have a spare computer in your home. Please contact the office (office@wesleyfamily.org) with any suggestions.
WUMC Book Club
Please join the Wesley Book Club on January 19th, 2026 at 9:30am to discuss Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe.
“Who has not dreamed of life on an exotic isle, far away from civilization? Here is the novel which has inspired countless imitations by lesser writers, none of which equal the power and originality of Defoe’s famous book. Robinson Crusoe, set ashore on an island after a terrible storm at sea, is forced to make do with only a knife, some tobacco, and a pipe. He learns how to build a canoe, make bread, and endure endless solitude. That is, until, twenty-four years later, when he confronts another human being. First published in 1719, Robinson Crusoe has been praised by such writers as James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, and Samuel Johnson as one of the greatest novels in the English language.” (Goodreads.com).
Contact Gerry Harvey for the Zoom link. The Wesley Book Club reads a wide range of titles and meets monthly to discuss what we have read. Join us for one meeting or come regularly. If you have a favorite book, share it with us!
Craig’s Doors
We continue to collect supplies for the local homeless population. The most needed items are: adult winter clothing, shoes, and gear (new or gently used); adult-sized socks and underwear (new); adult-sized sleeping bags (new or gently used); tarps; hand and toe warmers (new); toiletries (new), and feminine hygiene products (new). Donations can be placed in the bin in the church entrance. Thanks!
Not Bread Alone
Each Saturday, Wesley volunteers help at CHD’s Not Bread Alone, Amherst’s soup kitchen. Our tasks are to pick up donated food from Whole Foods (some weeks), make fruit salad, make sandwiches (some weeks), and sort and display donated produce. It is a short time commitment (typically 9–10:30am), but our consistent help is always greatly appreciated. You can volunteer as little or often as you would like. If interested, please email Ruth Harms to be added to the monthly emails with the volunteer sign up.
Healing Prayer Group
Healing Prayer continues to be offered by the Healing Prayer Ministry. We meet each Thursday, but we pray all week long. If you have a prayer request of any kind at all, please contact Nancy or Richmond with your request and we will pray with you and for you. We promise you a 100% confidentiality and full respect and to be sensitive to your circumstances.
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