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TheChimesMONTHLY NEWSLETTERWESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCHJUNE 2022The 183rd Northern Illinois Annual Conference will takeplace from June 8 and 10 in Schaumburg, IL. 6 700 clergy andlaity delegates from 342 local churches in our conference willgather and make many decisions through a prayerful discernmentprocess. We will celebrate many precious ministries conferencewide. And we will appreciate the ministries of those who will beretired and celebrate with those who are commissioned andordained. Four of us from Sterling Wesley UMC will attend theannual conference: Jean Moe, Roberta Fredericks, Elisa Gatz, andme. Please have us in your prayers and support.One of the denominational characteristics is connectionalism, which means that we are technically not a denomination, butone church located in many locations. To be honest, we don’t feelit that much. We might not think we have a solid connection tothe other churches, especially those on different continents. Yet,in a big picture of the whole body, we are all strongly connectedfor the same purpose: Making Disciples of Jesus Christ andTransformation of the World. And we are deeply linked andinvolved in many collective ministries around the country and theworld. Our apportionment runs the whole body and a few dozensof denominational organizations, such as UMCOR (UnitedMethodist Committee on Relief) and GBHEM (General Board ofHigher Education and Ministry). We support hundreds ofmissionaries and hundreds of schools and hospitals on everycontinent.Continued on page 2.Wednesdays: 9:30amBible study (Fireside Room)Saturdays: 8-9:30amMen's Bible study (Fireside Room)Thursday, June 2 @9:30amGreeting Card Ministry(Fellowship Hall)June 5 Pentecost Sunday(Wear red, pink,, or blue!)June 8-10 NIC Annual Conference(Schaumburg, IL)June 13—16at Wesley UMC 9-11am each dayJune 19—25 Joy Camp at CampReynoldswood (Dixon)June 25 Men’s Group works withHabitat for Humanity in Dixon, IL8am-12pm
Continuedfrompg.1 message(PastorPaul’scont.)Many of us know that our denomination has been dealing with a hot potato: whether we would be inclusive tothe LGBTQ siblings, especially the ordination. This topic has been on the table since 1972 at the General Conference.(For those who might need some explanation, the General Conference is the top legislative body of our whole church.It takes place every four years with about 2,500 people from over 100 countries worldwide.) The Traditional Plan wasaccepted at the Special General Conference in 2019. The General Conference 2020 was postponed to 2021 and again to2022. Then, due to the variant and worldwide vaccination, it was announced in early March that the GeneralConference was postponed again to 2024. A week later, a group of people, the Wesleyan Covenant Association, whoproposed the Traditional Plan, declared that they would disaffiliate from the United Methodist and launch a newdenomination. It might be complex and confusing. Yet, I hope you have proper information because there are somerumors about it. Please find Bishop Hopkins’ letters, “Whatever It Takes to Love Someone” and “Are UnitedMethodists going to eAll the theological debate and disagreement might cause some confusion and division. Yet, I commend you tolisten to one another. If you find someone in our Wesley family who have different thoughts, please listen to them withan open mind. We’ve been together in Christ’s love for years and gone through the Pandemic with ceaseless prayers.One topic cannot easily define others and divide us into two or three divisions. Please listen! If you have any questions,please stop by the office. I love to talk with anyone interested or concerned. And please know that, whether you feel itor not, you have power in your words. Your words can hurt and tear down somebody or build others up. Let us chooseto build up one another. I hope you continue to think of the power of your words, and we will have a sermon series onthe power of the words in June. Let us hold one another in our love and build up one another. AmenPeace in Christ,Rev. Paul LeeJune Worship ScheduleJune 5Pentecost John 15:9-17June 19“Called to Be Sent”June 12Bruce Kramer“Choose Joy”James 3:7b-10“Building Up or Tearing Down”June 261 Corinthians 1:10-12, 13:4-8a“Words in Politics and Religion”
Rock FallsColoma Homes (Near Main Office)Merrill School (Front Door)Rock Falls Public Library (Lobby)Wallingford Park (Shelter)SterlingBroadway MethodistLatin American Social ClubSalvation ArmyScheid Park (Shelter)St. Paul LutheranSterling Public Library (Back Lot)Ster-Lynn ApartmentsPlease contact Roberta Fredericks to help with packing(Tuesdays at St. Paul’s Church) and/or distributing(Wednesdays at various 5*Checks made out to Wesley UMCIndicate Bishop’s appeal in memo
May Loose Coins went toLet's Feed Our Children andSaturday Kids’ Club of CentennialThe total received (prior to 5/29) 474.955th Sunday (May)collection: 340.00 so farJune’s Loose Coins will go toReynoldswood Christian CampThank you, everyone, for continuing tosupport these important ministries.2022 Upcoming Pantry CollectionsJune: shampooJuly:laundry detergentAugust: toothpasteAnyone interested in helpingto keep the church groundslooking nice by picking uptree branches, trimmingbushes and roses or weedingflower beds this summerplease contact either Robertaor Dave Fredericks to be added to ourcontact list. Thanks!We will meet on the 3rdThursday of the monthwhich is June 16th at 11:30.Please contact me withthyourreservation by June 10 .Beth Mathew 815-625-4381Women’s
Congratulations 2022 Graduates!CongratulationsMiddle School / Jr. High:to the 2022Emily Schwingle from 8th gradeLyon ScholarshipEllie Wendelken from 8th gradeaward recipient:Grace Wetzell from 8th gradeElliot NobleHigh School:Ashlei Behrens — SHS (going to St Ambrose)Cory Duncan — SHS (going to Sauk)Isaac Halverson — SHS (National Guard-Ft Jackson)Elliot Noble — Newman (going to Iowa State)College:Johanna Cravatta from U. of Northern IowaMitch Clodfelter from U. of IllinoisBrooklynn Freas from U. of IowaJune 1June 2June 3June 4June 5June 6June 7June 8June 10June 11June 12June 13June 4Matt & Stacey WendelkenJune 7Craig & Jessica TruedsonJune 11 Don & Tracy DuRallJune 14 Rory & Rita SmithJune 17 Warren & Carolyn HeuckJune 20 Dave & Linda KavranBryn Gatz from Augustana CollegeJune 21 Pastor Al and JJ CampbellSierra Sotelo from Aurora UniversityJune 28 Bruce & Debbie KramerEvan Melton, Rachel KramerMatthew GabrielseEmily MorganSharon WassonAustin Allen, Judy DennisDave Abele, Brad GravesDoug BrandauMichele DrewRene MorrisPastor Rosa LeeDave FredericksPhyllis StutzmanMarion QuickRegency Care #401612 St Mary's RoadSterling, IL 61081June 14June 19June 21June 22June 23June 26June 28June 29Carolyn Heuck, Jeremy Taylor-VrhelSharon TaylorAmy Viering-BontzMyla WendelkenAndy Pitsch, Mark TaylorMike DrewCheryl Allen, Cory CanasChris Bushman, Darlene Davis, Eric FredericksLinda PerryJune 30 Jackson Lyon, Marianne RosserJune TeachoutRegency Care #412612 St Mary's RoadSterling, IL 61081Gyneth PartridgeWindsor Manor403 Scenic St Apt 516Morrison, IL 61270
Helping hands at Camp ReynoldswoodMen’s Group outreachMay 21st
Altar Flowers ( 20)8am6/5Door GreeterUshers/AcolytesLiturgistJan GloverKatie, Grace, Lily WetzellTony McCombsLynn MajewskiDarla EwingMary DownesKatie/Grace Wetzell6/12 Jan Glover6/19 Jan Glover6/26 Jan GloverNancy PitschRenee DuncanSteve DownesThe following Sundays areavailable:July 17August 28Sept. 4Oct. 2, 23, 3010amDoor GreeterUshers/AcolytesLiturgist6/5 Bill Parker6/12 Frank/Janne Rausa6/19 Bill Parker6/26 Nick & JPPapocciaWarren & Carolyn HeuckWarren HeuckAndy & Nancy PitschShay, Molly & BrradyPapocciaJean MoeCarolyn HeuckAaron MarkenPlease contact the office/Marla toreserve a date for altar flowers:815-625-1968 oroffice@sterlingwesley.orgShay PapocciaYouth going into 5th grade through High School Seniorsthere's STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR JOY CAMP!Take my word, you don't want to miss JOY CAMP 2022! Registeronline at www.niccamp.org (Outdoor & Retreat Ministries) pay theinitial 50 deposit and our Endowment Fund from church graciouslypicks up the rest! Dates Sunday, June19th 3-5pm drop off - Saturday,June 25th 10am pick up at Camp Reynoldswood in Dixon, IL!Contact Nancy Pistch 815-499-3802 for questions or more details!
Wesley United Methodist Church2200 16th Ave.Sterling, IL 61081RETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDWesley United Methodist ChurchPhone: (815) 625-1968Website: www.sterlingwesley.orgEmail: office@sterlingwesley.orgOpen Hearts, Open Minds, Open DoorsJoin us for in-person Sunday services8:00 am and 10:00 amWe will continue to sharethe sermon on FacebookFind us on Mission CornerWesley has always been a mission-minded church. The purpose of this space is to keep thecongregation informed of our various mission efforts. We currently are receiving: Donations of bedding, small appliances, and other household items to support Trinity UMCand the VA Clinic/Valor Program, as they work to find homes for local veterans. A list ofneeded items is on the table in Fellowship Hall. Shampoo is being collected for local pantries. Travel-sized toiletries for Bear Necessities and FISH pantries. Loose coins for JUNE to benefit: Reynoldswood Christian Camp (Dixon, IL).
Bible study (Fireside Room) Saturdays: 8-9:30am Men's Bible study (Fireside Room) Thursday, June 2 @9:30am Greeting Card Ministry (Fellowship Hall) June 5 Pentecost Sunday (Wear red, pink, , or blue!) June 8-10 NIC Annual Conference (Schaumburg, IL) June 13—16 at Wesley UMC 9-11am each day
