Journal
The Come Back Effect
While I was on vacation in Missouri I attended a church that was in the process of taking their welcome of new guests to a new level. They realized that while they had good children’s and youth ministry, great programming, inspiring worship services and good preaching, there was still something needed to retain the guests who visited their church for the first time. They had studied a book titled, “The Comeback Effect” by Jason Young and Jonathon Malm. This book not…
June 2019 Newsletter
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From the Pastor
Like most churches, Wightman had a great celebration of Easter. We did some things we have traditionally done, like the egg hunt. We did some new things, like Journey to the Holy Land. We also did some traditional things in new places, like sunrise service on the Langford Street property. It was great to see so many people coming together to make these things happen. During one event I overheard a person thank someone for their leadership, the one receiving the complement…
May 2019 newsletter
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JOY Group
JOY group traveled to Charlotte, NC for their April meeting. They visited the Billy Graham Library and experienced a Journey of Faith tour that highlighted many of the milestones in the life of Billy and Ruth Graham. Great way to begin Holy Week!!
Seniors Exercise
Seniors began a small group fitness program with instructor Paulette Halfacre. They will continue to meet each Wednesday at 11:00 am in the CLC. Those wanting to walk, come at 10:30 prior to the class to walk at your own speed.
Pilates – New small group
Janet Skipper has started a new Pilates group at Wightman.The group is currently meeting weekly at the Lighthouse April Schedule:Tuesday, April 2nd, 6:15-7:15 PMThursday, April 4th, 6:15-7:15 PM Tuesday, April 9th, 6:15-7:15 PMThursday, April 11th, 6:15-7:15 PM Tuesday, April 16th, 6:15-7:15 PMThursday, April 18th, 6:15-7:15 PM Week of April 22nd: NO CLASSES Tuesday, April 29th, 6:16-7:15 PM What to bring: Yoga mat & Stability ballYou can find both at Walmart, Ross, or TJ Maxx. Select a stability ball for your…
Toward the Resurrection
On the 21st of this month we will join with Christians all over the world to celebrate the risen Lord! Of course, we will be focusing on the resurrection passages in the gospels and looking at what happened at the tomb of Jesus on that first Easter morning. In the gospel of Matthew, the women come to the tomb to finish the job of anointing Jesus’ body for burial. When they get to the tomb they find an angel who tells…
April 2019 Newsletter
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Healing Hearts
These ladies created lovely cross painting with Marguerite Palmer at the Newberry Art Center. Fun was also enjoyed by all.
JOY Group March Meeting
Linda Hiller shared her mission story in music and narration with the JOY group during their March meeting. This was a most inspirational tribute to her God as she shared ways he had brought her comfort, peace, and protection. Lunch was enjoyed by all.