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September 13, 2020Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Eric Routley was a British hymnologist and hymn writer who wrote, “Hymns are the folk songs of the people of God.” Hymns are those heart-songs that are passed from generation to generation. It doesn’t take much imagination to consider that many of our dearest and finest hymns were sung by our ancestors, our grand-mothers and grandfathers and their mothers and fathers.
The solo sung today is one of those “hymns we love” at Wilshire. I place that phrase in quotes because around here it’s an homage to the long-running Dallas radio show produced by Norvell Slater, who was a member at Wilshire.
The hymn writer Thomas Obadiah Chisholm was born in Kentucky and was born in the mid-19th century. Chisholm had sent a number of his poems to William Runyan, a musician with the Moody Bible Institute and one of the editors of Hope Publishing Company in Chicago. Runyan is the composer of the melody we sing.
George Beverly Shea, the singer of the Billy Graham Crusades, introduced “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” to those attending the evangelis-tic meetings in Great Britain in 1954. It soon became a favorite.
The chorus of the hymn comes from the book of Lamentations, which is actually a series of
five lyric poems. There is no storyline; most of the book is grim — observations on how awful life has become for the Hebrew people, possibly composed by and for the Hebrew people who remained in the land after the nation was de-feated and many were carried away into captivi-ty in Babylon. Listen to the anguish and anxiety in these lines:
How lonely sits the city that once was full of people!Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow...See, O Lord, how distressed I am;my stomach churns, my heart is wrung within me.
But then, emerging from the hard soil, these verses appear like a blooming flower in the des-ert (Lamentation 3:22-23):
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases,God’s mercies never come to an end;They are new every morning; great is your
faithfulness.
How remarkable that in the middle of this long list of lament and complaint, there are these words. It’s as if a small crack has formed in this wall of sorrow — and the crack is just big enough to let the light through. May we hear and affirm today once again that God is indeed faithful.
— Doug Haney
On the cover: The Unmerciful Servant, Sir John Everett Millais, 1864, wood engraving, proof on India paper, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
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Preparing for worship
September 13, 2020Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Chiming of the Hour
Prelude Swing Low, Sweet Chariot arr. Daniel KelleyTanya Benson, fluteShana Gaines, piano
Opening Sentences Kelly Akins We invite you — well-rested you, tired you, lost you, restless you, comfortable you, overjoyed you, and weary you — into worship today. May these words and songs of worship draw us together at a time when we are physically and spiritually divided. May you know that whatever you carry with you today is fully embraced by the faithful God who gives us strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow.
Solo Great Is Thy Faithfulness arr. Tom TrenneyAmy Tippin, alto
Greeting to Worshipers Jim Tapley
Interview with Trent Juarez and Leah Lucas, new interns Darren DeMent
Epistle Reading — Romans 14:7–12 Beverley Denman
We do not live to ourselves, and we do not die to ourselves. If we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord; so then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s. For to this end Christ died and lived again, so that he might be Lord of both the dead and the living. Why do you pass judgment on your brother or sister? Or you, why do you despise your brother or sister? For we will all stand before the judgment seat of God. For it is written, “As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall give praise to God.” So then, each of us will be accountable to God.
Porque ninguno de nosotros vive para sí mismo, ni tampoco muere para sí. Si vivimos, para el Señor vivimos; y, si morimos, para el Señor morimos. Así pues, sea que vivamos o que muramos, del Señor somos. Para esto mismo murió Cristo y volvió a vivir, para ser Señor tanto de los que han muerto como de los que aún viven. Tú, entonces, ¿por qué juzgas a tu hermano? O tú, ¿por qué lo menosprecias? ¡Todos tendremos que comparecer ante el tribunal de Dios! Está escrito:
“Tan cierto como que yo vivo —dice el Señor—, ante mí se doblará toda rodilla y toda lengua confesará a Dios.” Así que cada uno de nosotros tendrá que dar cuentas de sí a Dios.
Prayers of the People Heather Mustain
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Gospel Reading — Matthew 18:21–35 Jenna Sullivan
Then Peter came and said to him, “Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?” Jesus said to him, “Not seven times, but, I tell you, seventy-seven times. For this reason the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his slaves. When he began the reckoning, one who owed him ten thousand talents was brought to him; and, as he could not pay, his lord ordered him to be sold, together with his wife and children and all his possessions, and payment to be made. So the slave fell on his knees before him, saying, ‘Have patience with me, and I will pay you everything.’ And out of pity for him, the lord of that slave released him and forgave him the debt. But that same slave, as he went out, came upon one of his fellow slaves who owed him a hundred denarii; and seizing him by the throat, he said, ‘Pay what you owe.’ Then his fellow slave fell down and pleaded with him, ‘Have patience with me, and I will pay you.’ But he refused; then he went and threw him into prison until he would pay the debt. When his fellow slaves saw what had happened, they were greatly distressed, and they went and reported to their lord all that had taken place. Then his lord summoned him and said to him, ‘You wicked slave! I forgave you all that debt because you pleaded with me. Should you not have had mercy on your fellow slave, as I had mercy on you?’ And in anger his lord handed him over to be tortured until he would pay his entire debt. So my heavenly Father will also do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother or sister from your heart.”
This is the word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.
Pedro se acercó a Jesús y le preguntó: — Señor, ¿cuántas veces tengo que perdonar a mi hermano que peca contra mí? ¿Hasta siete veces? — No te digo que hasta siete veces, sino hasta setenta y siete veces — le contestó Jesús—. “Por eso el reino de los cielos se parece a un rey que quiso ajustar cuentas con sus siervos. Al comenzar a hacerlo, se le presentó uno que le debía miles y miles de monedas de oro. Como él no tenía con qué pagar, el señor mandó que lo vendieran a él, a su esposa y a sus hijos, y todo lo que tenía, para así saldar la deuda. El siervo se postró delante de él. “Tenga paciencia conmigo — le rogó—, y se lo pagaré todo.” El señor se compadeció de su siervo, le perdonó la deuda y lo dejó en libertad.” Al salir, aquel siervo se encontró con uno de sus compañeros que le debía cien monedas de plata. Lo agarró por el cuello y comenzó a estrangularlo.
“¡Págame lo que me debes!,” le exigió. Su compañero se postró delante de él. “Ten paciencia conmigo — le rogó — , y te lo pagaré.” Pero él se negó. Más bien fue y lo hizo meter en la cárcel hasta que pagara la deuda. Cuando los demás siervos vieron lo ocurrido, se entristecieron mucho y fueron a contarle a su señor todo lo que había sucedido. Entonces el señor mandó llamar al siervo. “¡Siervo malvado! — le increpó— . Te perdoné toda aquella deuda porque me lo suplicaste. ¿No debías tú también haberte compadecido de tu compañero, así como yo me compadecí de ti?” Y, enojado, su señor lo entregó a los carceleros para que lo torturaran hasta que pagara todo lo que debía.” Así también mi Padre celestial los tratará a ustedes, a menos que cada uno perdone de corazón a su hermano.”
Esta es la palabra del Señor.Gracias a Dios.
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Hymn 586 Grace Greater than Our Sin moody
Message “The New Math” George MasonFirst in a series, Accounting Standards
Sharing of Decisions and Invitation to Give George Mason
Benediction George Mason
Affirmation of Faith old 100th, alt.Text: LeAnn Hampton
Postlude Sortie Toccata Théodore Dubois
Kelly Akins joined Wilshire in 1990. She is married to Allan and they are members of Epiphany Class. Their son, Brian, attends Belmont University and their daughter, Emily, attends Loyola University Chicago. Kelly is a deacon, plays in Carillon Ringers and has sung in Sanctuary Choir and directed Chil-dren’s Handbells. A retired kindergarten teacher, she is Curriculum Coordinator for Wilshire’s Early Childhood Learning Center. Tanya Benson joined Wilshire in 1991. She serves as director of the Women’s Bible Class, plays flute and piccolo in Wilshire Winds and volunteers with the Grief and Loss Center of North Texas. She is a speech pathologist, retired from Garland Independent School District.
Beverley Denman and her husband, Stan, came to Wilshire in 2003. They are members of BEST Class and have one adult son, Peter. Beverley is a greeter, a trained Stephen Minister and participates in Wilshire’s Faith in 3D productions.
Shana Gaines joined Wilshire in 2006. She is married to Ron and they are the parents of Abigail, who is in kindergarten. Shana is a member of Perennial Class, sings in Sanctuary Choir and is the director of Wilshire Winds. She is a music teacher at Spring Valley Elementary in Richardson Independent School District.
Jim Tapley joined Wilshire in 2016. He attends Cord of Three Class, where he serves as a core team member in supporting Pastoral Resident Leigh Curl. He also serves on the New Member Committee. Jim is a freelance corporate videographer.
Amy Tippin is one of Wilshire’s Choral Scholars and sings in Sanctuary Choir. She is a junior at Southern Methodist University, where she is pursuing a double major in Chemistry and Vocal Performance on the Pre-Med track with a Neuroscience minor.
George A. MasonSenior [email protected]
Heather MustainAssociate [email protected]
Darren DeMentAssociate [email protected]
Doug HaneyAssociate [email protected]
Jeff BrummelAssociate Minister of Music/[email protected]
Jessica CappsMinister to Senior [email protected]
Julie GirardsMinister to [email protected]
Joan HammonsMinister to [email protected]
Leanna Coyle-CarrPastoral [email protected]
Leigh CurlPastoral [email protected]
Ashley RobinsonPastoral [email protected]
Jenna SullivanPastoral [email protected]
David NaborsDirector of Business [email protected]
Dale PrideFacilities [email protected]
J. Preston BrightAssociate Pastor Emeritus
Meet today’s worship leaders
Staff contacts
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Tapestry News & AnnouncementsSept. 13, 2020
Keep up with all the Wilshire news at wilshirebc.org or on social media or via the Wilshire app. At present we are worshiping online only. Worship premieres Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on Wilshire’s YouTube channel and website.
Starting this Sunday, Sept. 13, kids in kin-dergarten through 6th grade are invited to
Sunday Night Live at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Sundays each month. The 90-minute in-person gatherings in the north parking lot will include music, missions and Bible skills—programming Wilshire has traditionally offered on Wednesdays. Minister to Children Julie Girards and Children’s Choir Coordina-tor Candy McComb are leading the effort.
Kids will be divided into age-based groups and will rotate through stations staffed by adult volunteers. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed. Masks must be worn and social distancing will be achieved through markings on the pavement. Kids are asked to bring their own Bible, pen or pencil and water bottle so they won’t need to share supplies. Restrooms in the building will be available for emergencies only.
To help with planning, parents are asked to sign up by the Friday before each event. Families have received specific information, including all dates, via email from the chil-dren’s ministry. Contact Carol Cabaniss with questions: [email protected].
Sunday Night Livefor K – 6th grade
Save the date for in-personFall Festival, Oct. 10Join us for a fun afternoon at our Fall Festival Experience, a churchwide social event on Sat-urday, Oct. 10, in the north parking lot from 2 to 4:30 p.m. As you travel from booth to booth, you’ll experience a variety of sights and sounds in a safe environment for all ages. More details are coming soon, including how to display your own arts and crafts. Want to help plan? Contact Carolyn Murray at [email protected]. Social distancing and other protocols will be strictly observed at all in-person events.
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Take-out meals continue Sept. 16Koinonia Café To Go had a successful first day, as 147 meals were ordered on Sept. 9. The ser-vice, which will help defray the cost of paying Wilshire’s kitchen staff, continues on Wednes-days going forward. Check out the menu for Sept. 16, then place your order and pay via the church website by end of day Tuesday. Instruc-tions for pick up can be found on the website.
Chicken Piccata with Lemon-Caper Sauce, Wild Rice & Grain Blend,
Roasted Vegetable Medley, Roll, $12
Kale & Romaine Caesar Salad with Grilled Shrimp & Fresh
Vegetables, Roll, $12
Grilled Chicken & Pesto on Ciabatta Roll with Parmesan, Provolone,
Spinach & Roasted Red Peppers, Potato Chips, Cookie, $10
Wed, Sept. 16
Dietary info available on website
Organ Concert SEPT. 24, 7:30 P.M. ■ YOUTUBE JEFF BRUMMEL
Featuring music all ages will enjoy, plus information about Wilshire’s organ. Selections include Bach’s Toccata in D Minor, Beethoven’s Für Elise, Chopin’s Prelude in E Minor, Joplin’s The Entertainer and more.
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Do you have a loved one experiencing Alz-heimer’s or another form of dementia?
Friday Friends, a free “Caregiver’s Day Out” respite program, is continuing its ministry during the pandemic through one-hour Zoom sessions. The group, which began in 2017 and normally holds in-person sessions at Wilshire, now meets via Zoom the second and fourth Fridays each month from 11 a.m. to noon.
During these sessions, participants are provided stimulating and engaging activities, which have included bingo games, nostalgic singalongs, accredited music therapy and chair-yoga exercises to clear the mind and stretch the muscles.
Remaining dates for the fall are Sept. 25, Oct. 9, Oct. 23, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11.
If you are interested in having your loved one participate with us, please contact Marilyn Morgan, Friday Friends coordinator, at 214-662-9451 or [email protected] for more information. Friday Friends is open to all. Wilshire membership is not required.
Friday Friends meeting via Zoom
Facebook Live Bible StudyA rotation of teachers leads the Facebook Live Bible Study Sundays at 10:15 a.m. on Wilshire’s Facebook page. Alan Wright teaches on Sept. 13.
Wilshire Mental Health NetworkMental health providers are invited to the initial meeting of the Wilshire Mental Health Network. The group will get to know one another and discuss how to better support our community. The meeting will happen via Zoom on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 12:30 p.m. Contact Rachel Murphy ([email protected]) to get the link.
Mental health webinar Sept. 14Baptist News Global is presenting a free webinar to address the mental and emotional impacts of the pandemic. Mark Wingfield will moderate a panel of mental health profession-als, including Wilshire member Kathryn Keller. The event will take place Monday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. Register at BNG’s website.
Anti-Racism Book ClubA new book club focused on anti-racism will hold its first meeting on Sept. 17. The group will discuss Austin Channing Brown’s I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness, a look at how white, middle-class Evangelicalism has participated in an era of rising racial hostility. Sign up at wilshirebc.org/registration for the Zoom invite. Questions? Contact Abbey Adcox at [email protected].
Congratulations toNora and Kevin Gardner-Sinclair on the birth of their son, Henry (Hank) Truman, Sept. 9. Kevin is a pastoral resident alumnus.
Condolences toFriends and family on the death of Walton Stewart, charter Wilshire member, Sept. 9.
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WOW! Morning StudyWomen of Wilshire will offer a six-week study of Danielle Shroyer’s book, Original Blessing: Putting Sin in Its Rightful Place. Associate Pastor Heather Mustain will lead the sessions on Thursdays, Oct. 1 through Nov. 5, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sign up at wilshirebc.
org/registration by Sept. 29 to get the Zoom info. If you’re interested in a Sunday afternoon or evening time for the same study, let Abbey Adcox know at [email protected]. About the book: Belief in the doctrine of Original Sin is firmly held by many Christians, but it’s not necessarily biblical. Furthermore, argues Shroyer, it’s bad for people and the church. In Original Blessing, Shroyer shows not only how we got it wrong, but how we can put sin back in its rightful place: in a broader context of redemption and the blessing of humanity’s creation in God’s image.
Women of Wilshire Book Clubs■ The WOW! Tuesday Evening Book Club meets on Zoom monthly at 7 p.m. Upcoming dates and titles: Oct. 13, The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote by Elaine Weiss; Nov. 10, The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd; Dec. 8, A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg. Contact Debby Burton at [email protected] to sign up.■ The WOW! Brown Bag Book Club meets on Zoom monthly on a weekday at noon. On Oct. 1, the group will discuss Pope Joan by Donna Woolfolk Cross. Contact Abbey Adcox at [email protected] or Carolyn Murray at [email protected] to sign up.
WOW! suggests ordering through Bookshop.orgto support independent book sellers or ordering through a Black-owned bookstore such as The Dock Bookshop or Pan African Connection.
Still time to respond to censusBy Heather Mustain, associate pastor
Every ten years, the United States sends out an army of census takers to probe the na-
tion for useful statistics that demonstrate how the country has changed over the past decade.
The federal government uses census data to determine how much each state should get in federal money for programs related to transpor-tation, healthcare, housing and education.
It’s critical that every Texan be counted this year, and there’s still time — each household can respond to the 2020 Census through Sept. 30 by visiting https://my2020census.gov.
According to a George Washington University Institute of Public Policy report, for every 1% of the population not counted, Texas may lose $300 million in federal medical funds alone — by far the biggest potential net loss for any state. Add to this loss the effects of business decisions involving hiring and headquartering in the state as well as projected Social Security
payouts that may cause irrevocable financial troubles in years to come. We could lose billions before ever making it to the next census, but a loss of funding is just the tip of the iceberg.
If the population is accurately recorded, Texas could gain three additional congressional seats, but if the population is undercounted, Texas will lose that additional representation. That means our voice in national affairs will be diminished in proportion to other states. And whenever the nation holds a presidential election, Texas will lose electoral votes due to the census undercount, setting the stage for political outcomes that may distort the true will of the people.
We have a real opportunity to ensure that Texas and the people who live here are well rep-resented and well funded for the next ten years. We also have a real opportunity to drop the ball.
Let’s make sure everyone is counted this year — because every human being counts.
Before now, there was then. Then is The Plague, 1665, London. Now is Wilshire’s 2021 Faith in 3D readers theatre production of scenes from
The Living by Anthony Clarvoe. On Thursday, Feb. 4, and Saturday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m., the drama and a discussion will be presented by livestream.
The play, which explores London’s response to the 1665 plague, was first performed in 1993, but, amazingly, it offers an opportunity to explore not only our reaction to the current pandemic but also the underlying prob-lems in society that have been exposed.
Auditions will be conducted virtually on Sept. 28 or 29 between 6:45 and 8 p.m. A copy of the audition scenes and other information will be sent to each registrant. In this time of social distancing, rehearsals will be con-ducted virtually by special arrangement with the participants.
If you have a sense of adventure, high-speed internet, and a willingness to audition for a production that provokes thought about the future for all those who are among “the living,” please register at wilshirebc.org/faith-in-3d-application by Sept. 27.
Audition for Faith in 3D’s The Living
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Saturday, Sept. 12■ MOPS Welcome Event, porte cochère, 10 a.m.
Sunday, Sept. 13■ Worship premiere, YouTube, 8:30 a.m.■ Facebook Live Bible Study, 10:15 a.m.■ Bible Study, virtual, times vary■ Finance Comm., Zoom, noon■ Wilshire Mental Health Network, Zoom, 12:30 p.m.■ Personnel Comm., Zoom, 2 p.m. ■ Children’s Sunday Night Live, north parking lot, 6 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 14 ■ Wilshire Winds, Zoom, 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 15 ■ Stephen Ministry supervision, Zoom, 6:15 p.m.■ MOPS, virtual, 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 16■ Ukulele rehearsal, virtual, 10 a.m.■ Koinonia Café To Go order pick-ups, south parking lot, 11 a.m.■ Midweek Update & Reflection video, online■ COVID-19 Advisory Task Force, virtual, 5:30 p.m.■ Resident-led study: Navigating the Wilderness, Facebook, 6 p.m.■ Watershed, north parking lot, 6:30 p.m.■ Sanctuary Choir rehearsal, Zoom, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 17■ Yoga, Zoom, noon■ Anti-Racism Book Club, Zoom, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 19■ Flu shots, north parking lot, 9 a.m.
This WeekBy Linda Garner, parish nurse
You’ve likely heard that it is time to get your flu shots, and some may have wondered if it is
really necessary during this time of COVID-19. It is particularly crucial this year since both the flu and COVID-19 are contagious respiratory illnesses. There are similarities and differences. Typically the flu develops one to four days after ex-posure, while COVID-19 develops between two to 14 days after exposure. Symptoms of upper respira-tory illness like cough, fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle aches or headache may be present in both. Both may cause mild to severe illness.
Prevent the flu by getting the flu vaccine. It will be available at Wilshire on Saturday Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon in the north parking lot. You can drive through or park and walk up. Masks and social distancing are required.
Flu shots are free for those with Medicare or most Medicare replacement plans. The cost for others without insurance is $69 for the senior shot and $29 for the Quadrivalent Flu shot.
You must register in advance at wilshirebc.org/registration. When registering, please indicate in the comment field whether you will drive through or walk up to receive your shot.
A consent form is available at the registration link; it must be printed, filled out and brought on the 19th. Be sure to also bring your Medicare Insurance Card and ID. Payment by check, cash or credit card (Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover) must be made in person on Sept. 19. A portion of each fee will be returned to Wilshire for ministry activities.
If you have questions, contact me at 214-926-1125 or email [email protected].
Flu shots Sept. 19
Pray for Wilshire educators
As schools and school districts begin the academic year during COVID-19, we have compiled a list of Wilshire members who work in education. Keep them in your prayers and consider offering encouragement in the form of a note, email or phone call. We apologize for any omissions; please let us know of names that should be added to the list.
Kelly AkinsAmy AndersonDebbie AtchleyHugh AtkinsonLynne BeardCasey BolandLeigh Ann BrownLaura BrownJake BruehlReagan BrumleyKristin CabanissHillary CampbellSunny Carroum Karen CotterSilvia DeLaCruzJoannah DeMentElizabeth FeltonShana GainesThomas Hare
Dawn HallmanSherry HicksKatie KoshkinCatherine LaCheyDebbie LaCheyThomas LeeJack LevisonJennifer MaddingRalph Manuel Candy McCombTricia McCoyJane MeltonChristie MichieEllen MooneyWendy MooreMary MorganMeredith MosleyMonica MullinsShannon Nadalini
John ParnellPaige PenderyMary Lea PhillipsRobin PokladnikPriscilla Pope-LevisonLyn PraterMichael PrysockAaron ReindelSarah RoseGerald ShillingJeanne SpreierMegan ThompsonSara TinsleyCarol TommeyJanis TownsendJonni WallsJenn WeaverKatie WilkeJenny Wolff
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Preston AdkinsJoshua BautistaTanya BensonGina BiddleCayce BrumleyJoni CabanissAnn CossumKaren CotterKelli Culpepper Hall Joannah DeMent Diana EarlyJanda Edwards Linda EggertLinda Garner Kirsten Granberry Linda GregoryRita Hamilton
Joey HamiltonDeborah HerfordJeff JonesTori Korson Wingfield Desiree Krieger Micki Lacker Bobby Louder Linda Martinez Kim Mason Marty McElya Alyssa McElya Sheri McShanDamien Mitchell Allison Moore Sheri Mosser Monica Mullins Chad Mustain
Mike Plunk Ross Prater Lyn Prater Nancy Quelland Katie Smalling Connie Smith Jim Sterling Nancy Stretch Robin SullensClaire Tommey Jim Walton Amy Wilson Jenny Wolff Alan Wright Rebecca Yarbrough
Pray for all Wilshire health care workers
Rapid-response teams availableHealth Response Team is comprised of medical professionals in the church who are willing to make themselves available for general counsel and encouragement. These volunteers are not dis-pensing medical care but are available for general questions and guidance, especially when it may be harder to get to a doctor. Lead contact is Linda Garner, [email protected] or 214-452-3151. Food and Supplies Response Team is comprised of volunteers from our Missions and Ad-vocacy committees who are at the ready to help those who are isolated and need food or other supplies brought to them. We have identified existing designated and budget funds that will be used to meet urgent needs of members, such as food and medicine and limited rent assistance. Lead contact is Heather Mustain, [email protected] or 214-452-3110. Spiritual Support Response Team is comprised of trained lay leaders and staff who are available to talk with members who are lonely, scared or just need to talk during this time of isolation. This is not a substitute for professional counseling. Volunteers will call care receiv-ers on at least a weekly basis to listen to them and offer emotional support. Other referrals for additional identified needs will be made to the appropriate teams or staff. Lead contact is Gail Brookshire, [email protected].
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Five ways to support Wilshire’s mission
1. BY MAIL: Send to Lori Gooden, Wilshire Baptist Church, 4316 Abrams Road, Dallas TX, 75214. Please write on your check if it is intended for the Unified Budget or another purpose.
2. ONLINE: Schedule a recurring or one-time gift charged to either your debit or credit card or directly as an ACH from your checking account. Visit wilshirebc.org/give (be sure you have enabled cookies on your phone or tablet).
3. AUTOMATIC BANK PAY: Go to your bank’s website, log in to your individual bank account and follow your
bank’s instructions to set up Wilshire as a new payee. Your bank will print and cut a check.
4. TEXT MESSAGE: Using your smartphone, text WILSHIRE and the dollar amount (example: WILSHIRE 50) to 73256, then follow the link that pops up. The first time you use this option, you will enter credit card and contact information. All text gifts will be applied to the Unified Budget.
5. WILSHIRE APP: Download our app from the App Store or Google Play to make gifts easily from your phone or tablet.