This Sunday marks an exciting milestone in the life of WPC-we welcome our new senior pastor, Dr. Matt Reeves! Join us in worship at 8AM or 10AM, then stay for a celebration party on the front lawn at 11:15AM. Let's give Pastor Matt a joyful WPC welcome and celebrate all that God is doing in our church!
From Pastor Matt:
Hello Friends,
I'm excited to begin ministry as your pastor! My family and I couldn't feel more welcomed. Boxes of books fill my office and my heart brims with joyous anticipation of the life we will share.
I feel so blessed to journey with you. As we begin our time together, let's pray for each other!
I look forward to getting to know you, appreciating God's presence in WPC, and getting in on what God is doing in the church and wider community.
Much grace,
Pastor Matt
Graduation Sunday
We'll be honoring our seniors at the 10AM worship service this Sunday as they also begin a new chapter. Join us as we pray for and celebrate these young people-and don't forget to stick around for the party afterward!
Sunday School Celebration - It's Party Time!
During the 10AM service, our children will gather in the chapel for an end-of-year celebration before joining their families at the playground after the service. Thank you to our wonderful Sunday School leaders for a fantastic year of learning and faith!
Party on the Front Lawn - 11:15AM
You're invited to a celebration on the lawn after the 10AM service to mark these joyful occasions. There will be games, food, and fun for all ages!
The front driveway will be closed-handicap parking is available at the Griswold Center.
Volunteers still needed at 9AM. Contact Pastor Betsy or reply to this email if you can lend a hand setting up.
Don't miss our new welcome benches out front! Take a seat and enjoy the view!
Youth: Easter-Inspired End-of-Year Party
Join us for an Easter-themed youth celebration from 5 - 8PM this Sunday! Featuring:
Dinner from Piada
A GIANT Easter Egg Hunt
Senior recognition
Games, laughter, and Easter reflections
Bring a friend and help us close out the year!
Adult Education
Join us at 9AM in Room 222 for "Everywhere is Jerusalem: Experiencing the Holy Then and Now." Each week is a standalone session and you can watch past classes on our YouTube channel.
Upcoming
TNT Potluck Party - May 13
Our final TNT of the year will be a party at Mirolo Pavilion (Thomas Worthington High School). Join us for hot dogs, brats, games (kickball, anyone?), and a few surprises! RSVP and sign up to bring a dish! We'll also raffle off a mystery prize! Friends and family welcome.
WPC is partnering with Habitat for Humanity for a wall build on our front lawn! Help build, serve lunch, host, or offer childcare. Sign up at wpcnow.org/habitat.
The Nominating Committee invites your prayerful discernment-who is God calling to lead at WPC? The 2025 Nominating Committee is actively looking for members of WPC to serve as an Elder, Deacon or a member of next year's Nominating Committee. Click the button below for more information, or.contact Ray Mundy (rmundy@umsl.edu).
Let's extend hospitality to Pastor Matt and his family by signing up to provide a pescatarian meal. The Deacons have set up a Meal Train for him while he is getting settled in. Click the button below or contact Rose Berendt at rmberendt@att.net / 614-207-6144 if you have any issues signing up.
If you missed last week's worship service, stop by the table outside the church office and grab your WPC gift (while supplies last)!
Recording Available - Journey of Hope: From WWII Germany to a New Life in America
Watch the talk by WPC member Ursula Allen as she shares her story of surviving WWII Germany and finding new life in the U.S. Sponsored by Presbyterian Women United. Click the button to watch the recording.
Do you have an old iPhone lying around? Pastor Saman Perera in Sri Lanka (one of our mission partners) could use one! Contact Pastor Tom (trice@wpcnow.org).
Upcoming Highlights
May 11 - June 1 - Children's Sunday School Sabbath
May 13 - TNT Potluck at Mirolo Pavilion
May 28 - Youth Trip to King's Island
May 31 - Habitat Wall Build
June 2-6- Vacation Bible School
June 8 - VBS Sunday & Summer Sunday SchoolBegins
Prayer Requests
Click the button below to see this week's prayer requests.
