April 18, 2025
Every Week
Youth Group 6:00 p.m., Sundays, TBOB
Study Group 7:00 p.m., 2nd and 4th Thursdays of month
Choir 6:00 p.m., Wednesdays
Al-Anon 7:00 p.m., Thursdays, Conference Room
West Nash Thrift Shop open Wednesdays & Saturdays, 9am-2pm
*Donations can be dropped off during the following times:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9am-Noon
Saturdays, 9am-1:30
Second Location at Vendor Junction, Walston Center, 405 W. Nash St.
Tuesday -Saturday 10a.m.-5p.m. Donations are not accepted at this location.
Upcoming
Friday, April 18, 2:00 p.m. Good Friday Service
(St. James Christian Church)
Sunday, April 20, 7:00 a.m. Sunrise Service and Breakfast
Monday, April 21, Easter Monday, Church Office Closed
Wednesday, April 23, 2:00 p.m. Congregation Care Training
Friday, April 25, 10:30 a.m. Teacher Appreciation Meeting
Holy Week Calendar
Friday, April 18
Good Friday Service, 2:00 p.m.
St. James Christian Church
Sunday, April 20
Sunrise Service, 7:00 a.m., West Nash UMC Courtyard
Sunrise Breakfast, 7:45 a.m., West Nash UMC, Fellowship Hall
Easter Service, 10:00 a.m., West Nash UMC Sanctuary
LENTEN GIVING
As part of the Lent Services, the downtown Wilson churches have a set a joint goal of raising $25,000.00 for Hope Station. Hope Station is supported by federal and state monies, and through donations. Right now they do not have any certainty about the stability of their funding. They provide a food pantry; client services to help prevent people from being evicted, missing bill payments, etc.; a family shelter, and more for the community than we will ever know. A season of our generosity will provide assistance to countless individuals and families.
Drive Thru Spaghetti Dinner, Thursday Evening, May 8, 2025. Cost $10 Sponsored by United Methodist Men of West Nash. More to follow.
New Small Group
We are starting a new small group focused on senior care. We have quite a few members who can no longer attend church in person or who could just use a visit or phone call. This group will stay in contact with and visit these people on a regular basis. Communion for shut-ins will be managed within this group. Pastor Heather will provide guidance and training for this group on Wednesday April 23rd from 2-4 PM. If you are interested in joining this group or have questions, please contact Jim Fletcher before April 23rd.
West Nash Preschool Summer Camps
This year we will be offering summer camp opportunities to children ages 2-5. Every week will be filled with a lot of fun and different adventures for children to learn. Camp time will be from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and the cost will be $100 a week per child per camp. Registration forms are available in the church office. The camp dates are below:
Nature Camp– June 9-13
Arts and Crafts– June 16-20
Stem Camp– August 4-8
Game Camp– August 11-15
Please contact Lori Snyder with any questions 252-230-2471.
Conference Committee Nominations Open
Conference boards, agencies, commissions, and committees provide tangible leadership opportunities for those who are interested in reflecting and sharing the mission of the NC Conference. Submit nominations by April 20.
Teacher Appreciation Week May 5-9, 2025
Teachers are amazing people! They do so much more than just teach text book materials, and they do it for very little in return.
If you would like to help plan something for the teachers at Forest Hills Middle School, plan to meet on Friday, April 25, 10:30 a.m., in the Conference Room at West Nash. If you can’t be part of the planning, financial donations also are welcome (mark gift for FHMS Teacher Appreciation). Pastor Heather has a list of all the adults who work at Forest Hills, if you would like to send cards.
Let’s make every effort to let these amazing people know how much we appreciate them preparing the next generation of adults!
Lessons for Leaders
Whether you hold a leadership position at church or not, check out an article each week for ways to grow as a Christian leader and to contribute to the growth of others.
Easter Offers Hope in a Chaotic World
FRIDAY, MAY 3, 10:00 a.m. — 12 Noon
Evansdale UMC4334 Evansdale Rd., Wilson
Evansdale UMC is rekindling a partnership with Rise Against Hunger in the global movement to end hunger. While long-term food security projects take root, communities facing hunger need to meet their basic needs today.
Join us in packaging over 20,000 meals to support nutrition, education and health for children and families facing hunger right now around the world. It starts with a meal, and it starts with you!
This event is also a great way to involve your family and children, ages 4+.
Use the button below to register for this fun, high-impact event!
Lay Servant Ministries
All Christians are called to ministry. The work of the church is not just for pastors—it is for all of us. The ministry of the laity is essential for our shared mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. But how is God calling you to serve? And how can you best be equipped to respond to that call?
Lay Servant Ministries provides training and certifications for laity to grow as disciples and develop the skills needed to serve effectively in their local church and beyond. Whether you feel called to lead, teach, preach, or serve in mission, Lay Servant Ministries can support you in your journey.
Join us for the Day of Discovery to learn more about the different options available to laity ready to make a deeper commitment, to listen for God’s voice, and to discern your next faithful step.
There’s no pressure, no expectation—only an invitation to explore where God may be leading you. Whether you’re just beginning to sense a nudge or you’re actively seeking your next step, this day is for you.
Learn More and Explore Your Call
Chicken Pot Pies
At West Nash, we take pride in offering our renowned chicken pot pies, a delightful treat that not only serves as a perfect gift but also brings comfort to those in need. Priced at $18.00 per pie, these culinary delights are a savory solution for days when cooking feels like a daunting task. Reach out to our office today to reserve one or more of these scrumptious pies and bring a touch of homemade goodness to your table.
West Nash Prayer List
Names will remain on the prayer list for 4 weeks and then they will be removed. If the need is for them to remain on the prayer list longer, please contact the office. The names of those undergoing cancer treatment and the homebound will not be removed. If you know of a serious need, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will add them.