As "the congregation of Wesley Biblical Seminary," we at Wesley Chapel have a very, very unique role to play in the Christian culture of the city of Jackson. We have a spiritual stewardship for the ministry of a school of theology that has trained men and women who now serve in over fifty countries around the world. That is exciting, isn't it? As a church we can pray for the ministry of Wesley Biblical Seminary and offer other kinds of support to its vital mission. But, we can also do something else--let the students who have answered God's calling upon their lives know that there is a church who will pray for them regularly and that will give them a place to call home (if they don't already have one).
This coming Sunday, Wesley Chapel will be hosting a Student and Faculty Recognition day. In my new role as the pastor of Wesley Chapel, I invite you and encourage you to be part of this special day. Allow me to explain what is behind this celebration and all the planning that has gone into it. Of course, Wesley Chapel believes in the mission of Wesley Biblical Seminary and shares its commitment to Christian orthodox faith, biblical inerrancy and belief that God wants to and can make us holy. This day is a way for us to say thank you to the people who work at WBS. Also, it gives us the opportunity to let the students know that we give thanks to God that they have chosen WBS as their place for theological training for ministry. We also can express to them the joy we feel that they have said "Yes!" to God's calling upon their lives.
The future of the church is in the hands of those who are called into ministry. Wesley Chapel has the unique privilege of being able to encourage and support persons who will go out into all the world and preach the Gospel. So, make sure you come this Sunday as we celebrate God's calling upon the lives of those who make Wesley Biblical Seminary their place of training and their place of teaching.
I look forward to seeing you where we worship God.
-Pastor Steve
Wednesday, September 14th
4:30pm Tutoring – Samuel Bolen
5:30 pm Dinner
6:15 pm Bible Study – Dr. Steve Blakemore: The Beatitudes
Youth Group Meeting
Choir Practice
Sunday, September 18th
9:00 am Children’s Sunday School: Check in at Room K14 in the Children’s Wing.
9:30 am Fellowship time in the Student Lounge.
10:30 am Worship – Dr. Steve Blakemore
11:45am WBS Student Recognition Potluck in the gym
Wednesday Night Supper
We continue to have our Wednesday night supper at 5:30 in the student lounge. We have been having an average of 30 people every Wednesday. Please come join us for the great food and fellowship.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
For the next 4 weeks Dr Blakemore will be leading a Wednesday night study. The focus of the study will be on The Beatitudes in Matthew 5.
Food Drive
People are hungry and suffering from the floods, tornadoes and now the first hurricane of the year. In fact, this is the most number of disasters the U.S. has ever had in one year. The coffers of that wonderful organization, the Salvation Army, are empty and we can help! Wesley Chapel will collect non-perishable (unexpired) food items beginning September 11 and continuing through Sunday Oct. 2. Boxes will be located in the narthex and the back hall for the collection for the items. We want to collect a minimum of 500 cans, etc. so think big!
WBS Student Recognition Potluck
This Sunday, immediately following the service, we will be hosting a WBS Student Recognition Potluck. We are asking the congregation to bring a vegetable side dish, salad and/or dessert. Wesley Chapel will provide the meat. Please bring your dish to the student lounge kitchen before church. Also, don’t forget to wear your WBS T-shirts!!!
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