Mar
19

Church Council

Church Council will meet on Tuesday, March 19, from 5:30 pm -7 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Snacks will be provided. All members of WMS are invited to attend, and reservations are not required.

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Women at the Organ
Mar
21

Women at the Organ

Organists Susan Bates, Dreama Lovitt, and Sarah Kennedy will kick off the 25th Anniversary Year celebration of the Dobson-Rosales Organ at West Market Street UMC, Greensboro, with a program that honors and acknowledges the great history of women organists at the church. A varied program will showcase the organ, with classic pieces by Maurice Duruflé, J.S. Bach, Charles-Marie Widor, and Camille Saint-Saëns, a more recent piece by James M. Bates, and will also feature many works by women composers (Emma Lou Diemer, Margaret Sandresky, Sarah A. Pierce, Christina Harmon, Anne Wilson, and Errollyn Wallen).

Admission is free and open to the public, but we request that attendees bring one canned good item for the Spartan Open Pantry at UNCG and the Aggie Source Food Pantry at NCA&T University.

Parking is available on the street and in the Commerce Place lot behind the church.

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Egg Hunt for Good
Mar
23

Egg Hunt for Good

Our Egg Hunt for Good is at LeBauer Park on Saturday, March 23, from 3 pm-4:30 pm! (Rain date: March 30) Join us as we have fun with our neighbors and collect food for local pantries! We’re hoping that this is an amazing way to share God’s love and the good news of Easter, and we really need your SUPPORT to make it happen! Share our Event page or a flyer (available at the church entryways) with a friend/neighbor/family member and:

  1. Donate plastic Easter eggs (any size or color!). Our goal is 5,000 eggs!

  2. Donate individually wrapped candy. Check out our Amazon wishlist! Our goal is 10,000 candies!

  3. Volunteer on the day of the event. Sign up here!

  4. Pick up a yard sign on Sunday! Yard signs will be available at the Coffee Bar for the 9 am service and outside the Sanctuary as you exit for the 11 am service.

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Apr
21

Spring Parent Brunch

Parents of children (birth-5th grade) are invited to the Fellowship Hall on Sunday, April 21 at 10 am for a time to eat, build connection, and gain practical resources on enriching faith practices at home. Please RSVP to Rachel by Tuesday, April 16th.

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Jun
24
to Jun 27

Vacation Bible School

All children aged 3 (potty-trained) through rising 6th grade are invited to participate! This year we'll be exploring God's Good Green Earth through life-giving Bible stories, upbeat music, earth-friendly crafts, fun games, yummy snacks, and hands-on service as we learn about God's good creation, how we are called to take care of it, and how God takes care of us. Please note: for working families who need an additional hour of care, an add-on lunch hour (bring your own) until 1:00pm will be an available option upon sign-up. Also, VBS isn’t possible without our wonderful volunteers! If you’re able to help one or more days, please sign-up here!

VBS PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION

VBS VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

VBS Webpage

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Mar
17

Children’s Choir

Enjoy singing, playing instruments, and making music with Ms. Dreama in the Bell Room (Room 316) from 5 pm -5 :45pm on Sunday evenings January 28th through March 17th. All preK-5th graders are invited. 

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Mar
17

Kids SERVE

PreK through 5th graders are invited to put their faith into action on Sundays from 4 pm - 5 pm as we serve our neighbors and build faith-filled friendships. Meet at the Chapel Entrance on John Wesley Way on 02/04, 03/03, 03/17. Contact Rachel with any questions.

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Mar
17

Navigating West Market Street United Methodist Church

God has blessed West Market Street with amazing church facilities! While they are amazing, they can also be a bit overwhelming. WMSUMC friends and members are invited to join us on Sunday, March 17 at 12:15 pm on the plaza outside of the Sanctuary. Our goal is to do a walkabout around the church to assess how we might be more hospitable to new people visiting our church. If you have suggestions or ideas, this is your chance to share them! For more details, please contact Nan Morris.

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Mar
12

Monthly Prayer Group

Join folks from West Market St. UMC and St. Matthews UMC each month as we pray for our world, community, and issues of justice and racial reconciliation. The first 30-minute gathering will be at 6:30pm on Tuesday, March 12 in the WMSUMC Leak Chapel and will alternate between West Market and St. Matthews churches each month.

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Mar
10

Children’s Choir

Enjoy singing, playing instruments, and making music with Ms. Dreama in the Bell Room (Room 316) from 5 pm -5 :45pm on Sunday evenings January 28th through March 17th. All preK-5th graders are invited. 

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Mar
10

Youth Group

Youth in The Loft will meet for a time of food, games, fellowship, and discussion from 4-6 pm on Sunday, March 10. We will meet in the youth space on the 4th floor.

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Mar
3

Children’s Choir

Enjoy singing, playing instruments, and making music with Ms. Dreama in the Bell Room (Room 316) from 5 pm -5 :45pm on Sunday evenings January 28th through March 17th. All preK-5th graders are invited. 

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Feb
25

Children’s Choir

Enjoy singing, playing instruments, and making music with Ms. Dreama in the Bell Room (Room 316) from 5 pm -5 :45pm on Sunday evenings January 28th through March 17th. All preK-5th graders are invited. 

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Feb
25

Spagetti Dinner Fellowship Event

Join our youth February 25th from 4 pm - 6 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Come enjoy a delicious meal and support our upcoming summer mission trip with the Appalachian Service Project (ASP). There is no cover charge, but donations are welcome. Contact Paul Collins for more information.

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Feb
18

Children’s Choir

Enjoy singing, playing instruments, and making music with Ms. Dreama in the Bell Room (Room 316) from 5 pm -5 :45pm on Sunday evenings January 28th through March 17th. All preK-5th graders are invited. 

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Feb
18

Let’s Talk Race: “The Glory Train”

Have you ever wondered what it takes to have a front seat on the train to Glory? Sing along with the enthusiastic Ladies and the impersonal Conductor as they ride to Glory. Amid the fun and laughter, see the true message of God unfold on "The Glory Train." You're invited to join us aboard "The Glory Train" in the Youth Loft on Sunday, February 18 at 3 pm. The performance is by the St. Matthews UMC liturgical arts group. Contact Lea Williams if you have questions!

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Feb
11

Children’s Choir

Enjoy singing, playing instruments, and making music with Ms. Dreama in the Bell Room (Room 316) from 5 pm -5 :45pm on Sunday evenings January 28th through March 17th. All preK-5th graders are invited. 

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Feb
7

ECC Fundraiser

The Parent Appreciation Committee of the Early Childhood Center is selling quarts of Brunswick Stew ($10/each) in support of the ECC! Order and pay online by February 7th HERE. Orders may be picked up on February 12th.

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Church-wide Games Night
Jan
28

Church-wide Games Night

Please join us for our 2nd Annual Games Night for all ages on Sunday, January 28, from 4-6 pm in The LOFT. We’ll play board games, air hockey, ping pong, pool, and many more. Dinner will be provided. Feel free to bring a game you would like to teach others to play. We look forward to this time of fun and fellowship together as a church community.

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Justice & Mercy Book Club Meeting
Jan
22

Justice & Mercy Book Club Meeting

Our next meeting is Monday, 01/22 at 7 pm on zoom. This group is open to new participants! Contact Lea Williams for the zoom link and passcode. We will be discussing Alabama v. King by Dan Abrams and Fred D. Gray with David Fisher. Eve Gardner will facilitate the discussion. Ahead of the meeting, please complete the following:

1.   Access the article HERE.  

2.   A passage from a book by John M. Perkins, Count It All Joy, beginning at the asterisk on the bottom of page 103 through page 106. Access the section HERE. 

3.   Information about Gray's life. Access HERE.

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West Market 101
Jan
21

West Market 101

Join Pastors Otto & Jeremy for this glimpse into the basic beliefs of the United Methodist Church and how we live that out together here at WMSUMC. This is for people at West Market to get to know one another, ask questions, and find out how they can get connected to our faith community. Join us at 10 am on Sunday, January 21, in the Conference Room (207). RSVP by emailing Otto or Jeremy.

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Youth Ice Skating
Jan
7

Youth Ice Skating

Join us for an afternoon of winter fun and fellowship at LeBauer Park in Downtown Greensboro. This Sunday, 01/07 from 4 pm - 6 pm. We will meet at the chapel entrance on John Wesley Way at 3:45 pm. Pickup will be at the same location. Cost: FREE. Bring some money for drinks and snacks. Please email Paul Collins if you plan on attending.

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Dec
17

Caffeinated Advent

This special 3-week group (December 3, 10, & 17) will be held at the new downtown Starbucks from 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm. The group is open to anyone looking to ask questions around the season of Advent - like, what on earth is Advent? - as well as what do we believe about virgin birth, immaculate conception, and all the other questions surrounding this special time of year. The group is a collaborative offering of Grace UMC and WMSUMC. Contact Angie to sign up and/or ask for more details!

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Dec
17

West Market 101

Join Pastors Otto & Jeremy for this glimpse into the basic beliefs of the United Methodist Church and how we live that out together here at WMSUMC. This is for people at West Market to get to know one another, ask questions, and find out how they can get connected to our faith community. Join us at 10 am on Sunday, December 17, in the Conference Room 207. RSVP by emailing Pastors Otto or Jeremy.

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Dec
12

Happy Holiday Get Together

Ho! Ho! Ho! Do you have cherished holiday traditions and desserts of fond memory? Come share them with folks from St. Matthews UMC and West Market Street UMC at the Happy Holiday Get Together! on Tuesday, December 12th, from 6 pm - 8 pm in the Fellowship Hall at WMSUMC. Bring appetizers or a dessert to add to the holiday foods. We’ll talk about favorite foods and desserts, songs and music programs, as well as holiday decorations at home and church. Sign up HERE. 

Sponsored by the Let's Talk Race Ministry.

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Dec
10

Caffeinated Advent

This special 3-week group (December 3, 10, & 17) will be held at the new downtown Starbucks from 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm. The group is open to anyone looking to ask questions around the season of Advent - like, what on earth is Advent? - as well as what do we believe about virgin birth, immaculate conception, and all the other questions surrounding this special time of year. The group is a collaborative offering of Grace UMC and WMSUMC. Contact Angie to sign up and/or ask for more details!

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Dec
3

Caffeinated Advent

This special 3-week group (December 3, 10, & 17) will be held at the new downtown Starbucks from 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm. The group is open to anyone looking to ask questions around the season of Advent - like, what on earth is Advent? - as well as what do we believe about virgin birth, immaculate conception, and all the other questions surrounding this special time of year. The group is a collaborative offering of Grace UMC and WMSUMC. Contact Angie to sign up and/or ask for more details!

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Dec
3

Advent Lessons and Carols Service

Start the season off right with readings from the prophesies and carols of waiting, watching, and hopefulness on Sunday, December 3, at 11am. Through congregational song, the Chancel Choir, string quartet, flute, organ, harpsichord, and piano, and with reflections on the meaning of the Advent wreath and Chrismon trees, experience with us a beautiful opening to the season of Advent.

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Dec
1

Community-Wide Nativity Trail

Join us for our Nativity Trail on Friday, December 1st from 5 pm -7 pm in the WMSUMC Fellowship Hall for an interactive, self-guided Christmas story walk, a free pizza dinner, holiday crafts, hot chocolate, and more! Plan to join us and invite your friends! We also will need lots of helping hands to make this event possible. If you are able to help, please sign up HERE or contact Rachel Benton for more information.

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Nov
19

West Market 101

Join Pastors Otto & Jeremy for this glimpse into the basic beliefs of the United Methodist Church and how we live that out together here at WMSUMC. This is for people at West Market to get to know one another, ask questions, and find out how they can get connected to our faith community. Join us at 10 am on Sunday, November 19, in the Conference Room 207. RSVP by emailing Pastors Otto or Jeremy.

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Nov
18

Greensboro Beautiful's NeighborWoods Tree Planting

West Market UMC is planting trees as part of Greensboro Beautiful's NeighborWoods Tree Planting event. Join us on Saturday, November 18th. It is a great way to get outside, enjoy God's creation, and help Greensboro enhance the tree canopy. Trees provide clean air, shade, beauty, and wildlife habitats so important for health and well-being. Families and youth are welcome! Contact Ellen Van Velsor for start time, location, and a link to the required waiver.

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