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February 28, 2021 Second Sunday in Lent
Preparing for worship
As of today, it feels like we have been in Lent tire of the monotony of our daily routine, Bells
for 368 days. Lent last year began on February 26, never does. Every day when we go for a walk,
2020, and then lockdown for COVID began about you would think it was the first time she had
seventeen days later. I saw a tweet just before ever gone on a walk and experienced the world
Easter last year that said, “This is the lentiest outside. Lately on our walks I’ve been watching
Lent that ever lent-ed.” Now, it’s become the Bells and trying to find the same wonder, joy and
“lentiest” and longest “Lent that ever lent-ed.” newness that she finds in each step.
A lot has been given up, lost, and even taken in I have to admit that at this point, it’s hard for
the last 368 days. It has been an incredibly long me to find wonder, joy or newness in worship.
year of Lent and I am completely exhausted. I am so weary of recording different worship
There’s really nothing more I care to give up. elements to an empty sanctuary. I am weary of
At this point, I think we’re all doing good just to not being able to gather with any of you. I am
wake up and find a way to get through yet anoth- weary of watching worship on my television. But
er day of this. then, I look at Bells next to me on the couch and
I have found it incredibly difficult as the days am reminded that Sundays are a reprieve from
have gone by in this last year to wake up with a Lent. I am reminded to find the wonder, joy and
sense of wonder or joy. I rarely wake up with any newness.
type of excitement for what newness that day This morning as you prepare for worship,
might bring. may you remember that on Sundays we get a
Most mornings, I wake up to my dog Bells’ face break from Lent. Lean into that break and take
directly in my own. Every single day, Bells wakes a breath. Look for the wonder. Look for the joy.
up with wonder, joy, and all of the excitement Look for the newness.
for the newness that day might bring. While I —Leigh Curl
4316 Abrams Road ■ Dallas, Texas 75214 ■ 214-452-3100 ■ wilshirebc.org
Partnered with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship
Building a Community of Faith Shaped by the Spirit of Jesus Christ
On the cover: The Rebuking of Saint Peter, Flemish school, circa 1600.
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February 28, 2021
Second Sunday in Lent
Chiming of the Hour
Prelude Gabriel’s Oboe (from The Mission) Ennio Morricone
Carillon Ringers arr. Kevin McChesney
Ralph Manuel, director
Recorded February 16, 2020
Opening Sentences Judith Guthrie
Take heart, beloved seekers, you do not have to be perfect to praise the one who makes us whole.
In this worship space, all parts of you are welcome — your woundedness, your weariness, your
tenderness, your joy, your pain and your doubt will be embraced by 10,000 charms. May all who seek
goodness, mercy, healing, justice and grace praise the Lord.
Hymn 471 Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy restoration
Candy McComb, vocal; Darren DeMent, mandolin; Jeff Brummel, piano
Greeting to Worshipers Darren DeMent
Psalm Reading — Psalm 22:23–27 Bryan Rollins
You who fear the Lord, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him; stand in awe of him,
all you offspring of Israel! For he did not despise or abhor the affliction of the afflicted; he did
not hide his face from me, but heard when I cried to him. From you comes my praise in the great
congregation; my vows I will pay before those who fear him. The poor shall eat and be satisfied;
those who seek him shall praise the Lord. May your hearts live forever! All the ends of the earth
shall remember and turn to the Lord; and all the families of the nations shall worship before him.
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¡Alaben al Señor los que le temen! ¡Hónrenlo, descendientes de Jacob! ¡Venérenlo, descendientes
de Israel! Porque él no desprecia ni tiene en poco el sufrimiento del pobre; no esconde de él su
rostro, sino que lo escucha cuando a él clama. Tú inspiras mi alabanza en la gran asamblea; ante los
que te temen cumpliré mis promesas. Comerán los pobres y se saciarán; alabarán al Señor quienes
lo buscan; ¡que su corazón viva para siempre! Se acordarán del Señor y se volverán a él todos los
confines de la tierra; ante él se postrarán todas las familias de las naciones.
Dying to Live Reflections Aaron Coyle-Carr, Juliana Moore, Katie Murray
Solo Just As I Am arr. Craig Courtney
Laurie Diffee
Just as I am, without one plea
But that Thy blood was shed for me,
And that Thou bidd’st me come to Thee,
O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
Just as I am, and waiting not
To rid my soul of one dark blot,
To Thee whose blood can cleanse each spot,
O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
Just as I am, though tossed about
With many’a conflict, many’a doubt,
Fightings and fears within, without,
O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
Just as I am, though wilt receive,
Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve;
Because Thy promise I believe,
O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
I come!
Prayers of the People Leanna Coyle-Carr
Gospel Reading — Mark 8:31–38 Donna Manuel
Then he began to teach them that the Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by
the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. He said all
this quite openly. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. But turning and looking at his
disciples, he rebuked Peter and said, “Get behind me, Satan! For you are setting your mind not on
divine things but on human things.” He called the crowd with his disciples, and said to them, “If any
want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For
those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake, and for the
sake of the gospel, will save it. For what will it profit them to gain the whole world and forfeit their
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life? Indeed, what can they give in return for their life? Those who are ashamed of me and of my
words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of them the Son of Man will also be ashamed when
he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.”
This is the Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
Luego comenzó a enseñarles:—El Hijo del hombre tiene que sufrir muchas cosas y ser rechazado por
los ancianos, por los jefes de los sacerdotes y por los maestros de la ley. Es necesario que lo maten
y que a los tres días resucite. Habló de esto con toda claridad. Pedro lo llevó aparte y comenzó a
reprenderlo. Pero Jesús se dio la vuelta, miró a sus discípulos, y reprendió a Pedro.—¡Aléjate de mí,
Satanás!—le dijo—. Tú no piensas en las cosas de Dios, sino en las de los hombres. Entonces llamó a
la multitud y a sus discípulos. “Si alguien quiere ser mi discípulo” les dijo “que se niegue a sí mismo,
lleve su cruz y me siga. Porque el que quiera salvar su vida la perderá; pero el que pierda su vida por
mi causa y por el evangelio la salvará. ¿De qué sirve ganar el mundo entero si se pierde la vida? ¿O
qué se puede dar a cambio de la vida? Si alguien se avergüenza de mí y de mis palabras en medio de
esta generación adúltera y pecadora, también el Hijo del hombre se avergonzará de él cuando venga
en la gloria de su Padre con los santos ángeles.”
Esta es la palabra del Señor.
Gracias a Dios.
Message “The Unpopular Must” George Mason
Affirmation of Faith What Wondrous Love Is This wondrous love
Sharing of Decisions George Mason
Recognition of David Nabors George Mason
Benediction George Mason
Postlude Deep River arr. Gerald Near
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Meet today’s worship leaders
Aaron Coyle-Carr was a pastoral resident at Wilshire Candy McComb joined Wilshire in 2017 with her
from 2017 to 2019, and his wife, Leanna, is a current husband, Vic Henry. They direct and teach the Od-
pastoral resident. They are the parents of Henlee, who yssey Class and have two adult sons. As Wilshire’s
is almost 2. Aaron serves on the Missions Committee. Children’s Choir coordinator, Candy directs the
Young Musicians choir and leads music for Sunday
Laurie Diffee joined Wilshire in 1981 and is married
Night Live. She also sings in Sanctuary Choir.
to Mike. She sings in Sanctuary Choir and Nova, plays
in Carillon Ringers and serves on the Library Com- Juliana Moore joined Wilshire in 1992 and is married
mittee. She works in IT Services at Guidestone. to Alex Rivera. She is a deacon, attends Perennial
Class and serves on the Building and Grounds Com-
Judith Guthrie has grown up at Wilshire and is the
mittee. Juliana sings in Sanctuary Choir and plays in
daughter of Emily Guthrie. She is in sixth grade and
Carillon Ringers and Wilshire Winds. She works as a
is active in the children’s ministry, Young Musicians
Federal Sentencing Services consultant.
and Globetrekkers. Judith attends a Dallas Montes-
sori school and loves to dance. Katie Murray is married to Steven and they have been
Wilshire members since 2013. Their kids are Drew, age
Donna Manuel and her husband, Ralph, joined
4, Annie, age 2 and James, born in November. Katie is
Wilshire in 2018. She teaches in Cord of Three Class,
a member of Perennial Class and previously served on
sings in Sanctuary Choir and serves on the bereave-
Wilshire’s staff as Christian Advocacy Specialist.
ment ministry team.
Bryan Rollins joined Wilshire in 2017. He attends
Foundations of Faith Class and has served as an usher
and as a volunteer serving lunch at The Bridge. He is
retired from a career in resource management.
Staff contacts
George A. Mason Jessica Capps Ashley Robinson
Senior Pastor Minister to Senior Adults Pastoral Resident
gmason@wilshirebc.org jcapps@wilshirebc.org arobinson@wilshirebc.org
214-452-3132 214-452-3129 214-452-3153
Heather Mustain Julie Girards Jenna Sullivan
Associate Pastor Minister to Children Pastoral Resident
hmustain@wilshirebc.org jgirards@wilshirebc.org jsullivan@wilshirebc.org
214-452-3110 214-452-3104 214-452-3155
Darren DeMent Joan Hammons David Nabors
Associate Pastor Minister to Preschoolers Director of Business
ddement@wilshirebc.org jhammons@wilshirebc.org Administration
214-452-3102 214-452-3141 dnabors@wilshirebc.org
214-452-3157
Doug Haney Leanna Coyle-Carr
Associate Pastor Pastoral Resident Dale Pride
dhaney@wilshirebc.org lcoylecarr@wilshirebc.org Facilities Manager
214-452-3123 214-452-3154 dpride@wilshirebc.org
214-452-3101
Jeff Brummel Leigh Curl
Associate Minister of Music/Organist Pastoral Resident Preston Bright
jbrummel@wilshirebc.org lcurl@wilshirebc.org Associate Pastor Emeritus
214-452-3122 214-452-3152
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Tapestry News & Announcements
February 28, 2021
Good Nabors
Retiring business administrator to be honored Sunday
D irector of Business
Administration David
Nabors will be honored
previously CFO and treasurer of the Baptist
General Convention of Texas and spent 21 years
with Bank of America.
during worship on Sunday, “I really have loved working at Wilshire,” Da-
Feb. 28, on the occasion of vid says. “It’s got such a wonderful atmosphere.
his retirement. His departure I’ve had lots of jobs, but these last two, Wilshire
from Wilshire’s staff was and First Private Bank, have had such a family
announced last fall and takes feel to the staff.”
effect at the end of February. David cites several highlights or accomplish-
Senior Pastor George Mason says, “David has ments of his tenure at the church, including the
blessed our church and staff with more than improvement of accounting systems, bringing
just his competence as a business administrator, information technology services in-house and
although that itself is no small thing for us to increasing giving options for church members.
feel confident of the good stewardship of our “I had not been in charge of food service before
resources and management of facilities. He has
graced our choir with his beautiful bass voice
and brought an equally harmonious spirit to
every interaction with our members. He is a true
Christian gentleman who has made us better by
his presence and work. We wish him much joy
in retirement and send to him and Joan our full
blessing in this next stage of life.”
David came to Wilshire in 2014 from First
Private Bank of Texas, where he served as senior
vice president and chief financial officer. He was David is a frequent vocal soloist and sings in Sanctuary Choir.
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.
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David and his wife, Joan, plan to David and Joan look forward to spending time with family. Shown at left is their son Adam
remain at Wilshire as members. and his family, including wife Courtney, son Aiden and daughter Ryann. At right is David
and Joan’s son Brent with his wife, Jamie.
I came to Wilshire,” David says, “so I’ve learned
a lot about that. I’m proud to have hired [Food
Services Director] Elizabeth Ferguson.”
Before taking the Wilshire job, David and “David is a true
his wife, Joan, were longtime members of Cliff Christian gentleman
who has made
Temple Baptist Church, where he was chair of
deacons twice and chair of the finance commit-
tee multiple times.
Music has been a lifelong passion for David, us better by his
who is a frequent vocal soloist in worship as well
as a Sanctuary Choir member. In fact, it was a
presence and work.”
partial French horn scholarship at North Texas —Senior Pastor George Mason
State University (now the University of North
Texas) that first brought David to Texas from
his native Alabama. He changed his major to
vocal performance before ultimately settling on
David says: “I am very comfortable leaving
an accounting degree.
Wilshire in the capable hands of Lori Gooden
David and Joan plan to remain members at
and Randy Crosland. Lori has provided excellent
Wilshire, where they attend Cord of Three Class.
and accurate support of all financial functions
They look forward to traveling and spending
at the church over the last five years. She will
time with their family, including their two
provide a seamless transition, brings a superb
adult sons, Adam and Brent—both of whom are
work ethic and maintains the financial knowhow
married and live in the Metroplex—and two
required in this position. Randy has a wealth
grandchildren.
of experience in the operations of church and
As was announced in January, Lori Gooden
nonprofit entities. The church is gaining a solid
has been promoted to Director of Finance and
manager in this area and I’m sure he will bring
Randy Crosland has been hired as Operations
many improvements to the facility.”
Manager. They started in their roles Feb. 1.
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Lent 2021 ✜ Wilshire Baptist Church
Do you wonder what is waiting for you beyond the wanting? These days, it can feel like our
moments of frustration, hurt, loss, desire, disappointment and anxiety have piled up before us
to form a mountain of collected grief. Perhaps you also feel a heightened sense of longing to
get back to a life you once knew or a life you have envisioned for yourself. In this space, you are
free to name your grief and your longing. During this season of Lent, we will explore the
wondrous love that sustains us, shelters us, calls us and empowers us as we are dying to live.
WEDNESDAYS: LIVING LENT HOLY WEEK
Join our pastoral residents at 6 p.m. as they Palm Sunday, March 28
lead us in practices to help guide our living ✜ 8 and 11 a.m. in-person services in
with memory-keeping, music, storytelling north parking lot.
and movement. Sessions will be held on Face- ✜ Seated (church provides chairs) or drive-in.
book Live or Zoom. For the Zoom link, email ✜ Advance sign-up required.
the resident leading that week's session. ✜ Prerecorded online service premieres
✜ Feb. 24: Journaling. Leanna Coyle-Carr at 8:30 a.m. on YouTube.
(lcoylecarr@wilshirebc.org), Zoom Maundy Thursday, April 1
✜ Mar. 3: Music. Leigh Curl, Facebook Live ✜ Prerecorded online service premieres
✜ Mar. 10: Storytelling. Ashley Robinson at 7 p.m. on YouTube.
(arobinson@wilshirebc.org), Zoom
✜ Mar. 17: Yoga. Jenna Sullivan, Facebook Live Easter Sunday, April 4
✜ Mar. 24: Journaling. Leanna Coyle-Carr ✜ 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. in-person services in
(lcoylecarr@wilshirebc.org), Zoom north parking lot. (No sunrise service.)
✜ Seated (church provides chairs) or drive-in.
✜ Advance sign-up required.
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST
✜ The flowering cross will be offered. Stop by
Pastoral Resident Leigh Curl has curated an
eclectic Lenten playlist on the digital music anytime to place flowers; a limited supply
service Spotify. Click below or search Spotify of fresh-cut flowers will be provided.
✜ Prerecorded online service premieres
for “Dying to Live - Lent 2021 at Wilshire.”
The basic version of Spotify is free to use. at 8:30 a.m. on YouTube.
✜ Sunday School classes will not meet.
Listen now on Spotify wilshirebc.org/lent
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New members
■ Courtney Carter
■ Tracy Berry
Mental Health Network to meet
All mental health providers are invited to
the second quarterly meeting of the Wilshire
Mental Health Network. We hope this ini-
tiative will help us as Wilshire members and
mental health providers to better get to know
one another as well as discuss how we can sup-
port our community. The meeting will be held
via Zoom on Sunday, Feb. 28, at 12:30 p.m. For
questions or to get the Zoom link, email Rachel
Murphy, LCSW, LCDC, at rachel.j.rossiter@
gmail.com.
ECLC seeks director candidates
Wilshire is actively
seeking candidates
for the position of
Early Childhood
Learning Center
Sunday, March 7
director. The search 5 p.m.
is being conducted by
the Weekday Educa- North Parking Lot
tion Committee along with Associate Pastor
Darren DeMent and Minister to Preschoolers
Joan Hammons. The ideal candidate will meet
the criteria for serving as a center director Wear your mask and join us on March 7
according to the State of Texas Minimum as Sunday evening in-person worship
Standards for Childcare Centers, have five or returns. Like previous Church in the
more years of experience as a center director Lot services, worshipers will have two
and be supportive of Wilshire’s mission and options: bring your own chair or stay in
ministries. Resumes should be emailed to Joan your vehicle and listen via a special FM
Hammons at jhammons@wilshirebc.org no radio frequency. Attendees must sign up
later than March 12, 2021. The full job descrip- in advance and check in upon arrival. Full
tion can be found here. ECLC has not been details are available at the sign-up link.
operating due to the pandemic but hopes to
re-open in the fall.
Sign up for March 7
Future Church in the Lot dates: May 2, June 6
10WED., MARCH 3
Salmon Croquettes w/ Red Bell
Pepper Remoulade; Wild Rice Pilaf;
Wednesday Advocacy Updates Green Veggie Medley; Fresh Bread, $12
All are invited to join the Christian Advocacy
Committee and guests from our advocacy part- Chef Salad w/ Mixed Greens, Chicken,
Ham, Roast Beef, Bacon, Cheese and Egg;
ners in a series of Zoom talks Wednesdays at Macaroni Salad; Fresh Bread, $12
noon through March 17. Each meeting will focus
on one of our key priority issues and will in- Chicken, Ham & Bacon Club w/ Cheddar,
clude background information, session updates Swiss, Lettuce & Tomato;
Macaroni Salad; Potato Chips, $10
and ways to engage during the Texas legislative
session. These 30- to 45-minute briefings are Berry Bread Pudding w/Vanilla Sauce, $2.50
meant for all who are interested in advocacy, Full Circle Bakery Texas Cow Chip Cookies (2), $1.25
from beginners to experts. Email Abbey Adcox
(aadcox@wilshirebc.org) for the Zoom link.
■ March 3: Hunger with North Texas Food Bank
Koinonia offers Full Circle
Bakery cookies on March 3
■ March 10: Payday Lending with United
Way of Greater Dallas and the Anti-Poverty
Coalition of Dallas Full Circle Bakery’s legendary cookies will be
■ March 17: Healthcare and Medicaid offered by Koinonia Café To Go on Wednesday,
Expansion, guest TBA March 3. Full Circle is generously donating the
cookies as a way to support Wilshire’s kitchen
Sign up for advocacy emails staff. Operated by the mom and son duo of
If you’re passionate about a particular advocacy Wilshire members Judy and Collin Yarbrough,
area and would like to stay informed during the Full Circle is a home-baked bakery that uses
Texas legislative session and beyond, you can locally-sourced ingredients and gives 100% of
opt to get email updates from Wilshire. Minis- its proceeds to nonprofit organizations. Learn
try Assistant Abbey Adcox maintains email lists more at fullcircletexas.com.
by issue and sends periodic updates and action
items. Email aadcox@wilshirebc.org to be added
to the lists you’re interested in, including: Order now for March 3
Anti-Racism Human Trafficking Takeout meals from Wilshire’s kitchen are offered for
Criminal Justice Hunger pickup each Wednesday. Proceeds help defray the cost
Climate Change Immigration/Refugees of paying our kitchen workers during the pandemic.
Domestic Violence Payday Lending Ordering for March 3 is open now on the church website.
Foster Care Public Education Order, pay and choose lunch or dinner pickup by end of
Homelessness Religious Freedom day Tuesday, March 2. Full instructions at ordering link.
11FAITH in 3D presents a readers theatre production of
SF
LIVING
TheAnthony Clarvoe
by
Book clubs
■ The WOW! Brown Bag Book Club meets
on Zoom one Thursday a month at noon. On
March 4, the group will discuss Fannie Flagg’s
The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop. Contact Abbey
Adcox at aadcox@wilshirebc.org or Carolyn
Murray at cmurray@wilshirebc.org to sign up.
Originally produced by the Denver Center Theatre Company ■ The WOW! Tuesday Evening Book Club
meets on Zoom monthly at 7 p.m. On March 9,
the group will discuss His Truth is Marching On:
John Lewis and the Power of Hope by Jon Mea-
cham. To sign up, contact Debby Burton at
dburton@wilshirebc.org.
■ Wilshire’s Anti-Racism Book Club will
discuss Valerie Kaur’s See No Stranger: A Memoir
and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love on Thurs-
Faith in 3D
day, March 25, at 7 p.m. Register to receive the
Zoom link at wilshirebc.org/registration.
streams again
March 12 & 13 JOIN US
Wilshire’s recent production of scenes
from The Living will be streamed again
on Friday, March 12, and Saturday, March WOW!
13. The show, which includes a reflection
from George Mason and a song from Dar- Virtual Gathering
ren DeMent, Molly Shepard and Aman-
Saturday, March 6 at 10am
da Mintz, will premiere on Wilshire’s
YouTube channel at 7:30 p.m. both nights. FELLOWSHIP, FUN & A FRITTATA DEMONSTRATION
Like before, it can only be viewed during
the premiere due to our agreement with ZOOM LINK WILL BE SENT TO ALL FRIDAY 5TH
the play’s publisher.
12Five advocacy actions to
support public education
The Christian Advocacy Committee welcomed districts. Contact the TEA and encourage them
Cameron Vickrey of Pastors for Texas Children to process December funds. Keep an eye on up-
to an open Zoom session on Wednesday, Feb. coming additional CARES funding and advocate
24, to share legislative priorities for the current for it to be processed through the state budget
Texas legislative session. The following are rec- where local entities can have more control.
ommended actions we can all take in support of ■ Advocacy Action Point 3: Watch for pos-
public education. sible legislation that would move the approval
process for charter school expansion from the
■ Advocacy Action Point 1: State funding of
TEA commissioner to the State Board of Educa-
public schools is tied to each district’s average
tion, providing a more democratic process.
daily attendance and enrollment. Despite signifi-
■ Advocacy Action Point 4: Accountability.
cant efforts by districts, both have suffered due
Watch for discussion of how 2021 STAAR testing
to COVID-19. A Texas Education Agency policy
results will be used and if the data will be used
called Hold Harmless allows funding to be
to penalize districts.
based on pre-pandemic averages. Contact TEA
■ Advocacy Action Point 5: Watch for “school
Commissioner Mike Morath (teafeedback@tea.
choice” bills and remember that language can be
texas.gov) and Texas Governor Greg Abbott
deceiving. School choice within a district (mag-
(gov.texas.gov/contact) and encourage them to
net schools, schools of innovation) is different
extend the Hold Harmless agreement.
from school choice within the state (charter
■ Advocacy Action Point 2: CARES Act fund-
school expansion, vouchers for private school).
ing from December has not yet been allocated to
Thanks for your
generosity
Last weekend, Wilshire volunteers
were able to collect and deliver 10
full SUVs’ worth of bottled water,
blankets, coats, diapers and other
supplies for our neighbors in the
Vickery Meadow neighborhood
who were affected by the winter
storms. This was made possible by
your amazing generosity during a
time that was trying for everyone.
Thank you!
13Don’t Miss It — March 19-20, 2021!
Engage in a positive pursuit to cheer your spirit! Find inspiration and education at Perkins
Summit for Faith and Learning (PSFL). Featuring an exciting lineup of Perkins faculty and
an alumnus teaching on a variety of topics, this virtual event promises something to pique
all interests. Half-day and full-day class options will fit your budget and your busy sched-
ule. Experience a day – or two – at seminary. PSFL courses are open to everyone!
To register or find more information, including course descriptions and instructor bios,
please visit smu.edu/Perkins/Summit. Online registration will be available through March
10.
First-time Attendees Can Save $25!
A discount of $25 is available to first-time attendees with a registration fee totaling $50 or
more. Enter the code New25 during checkout.
A limited number of partial, need-based scholarships for day-long courses are available.
Call 214-768-3664 for more information.
Friday $25
Saturday$50 Saturday$25
AFTERNOON COURSES ALL DAY COURSES MORNING COURSE
2:00 - 4:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
➤ “How to Read the Bible ➤ “How Do We Solve A ➤ “Models of Evangelism”
According to the Early Problem Like...Mary?” with with Priscilla Pope-Levison
Church Fathers” with James Jeannie Stevenson-Moessner
Kang Hoon Lee AFTERNOON COURSE
➤ “An Unconventional God: ➤ “Truth Telling in a Post- 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
The Holy Spirit According to Truth World” with D. ➤ “An Introduction to Black
Jesus” with John R. (Jack) Stephen Long Theology” with Ray Jordan
Levison
14Five ways to support
Wilshire’s mission This Week
Saturday, Feb. 27
■ Stephen Ministry Training,
Zoom, 8:30 a.m.
Sunday, Feb. 28
■ Morning Worship, virtual, 8:30 a.m.
■ Bible Study, online, times vary by class
■ Children’s Sunday School, Zoom, 9:45 a.m.
■ WSM Sunday School, Zoom, 10 a.m.
■ Wilshire Mental Health Network,
Zoom, 12:30 p.m.
1. BY MAIL: Send to Lori Gooden, Wilshire
■ Carillon Ringers, Handbell room, 3 p.m.
Baptist Church, 4316 Abrams Road, Dallas
■ Sunday Night Live (K–6), Chapel,
TX, 75214. Please write on your check if it is
Parlor and porte cochere, 3:30 p.m.
intended for the Unified Budget or another
purpose. Tuesday, March 2
2. ONLINE: Schedule a recurring or one- ■ Stephen Ministry Training, Zoom, 6 p.m.
time gift charged to either your debit or ■ Stephen Ministry CE & Supervision,
credit card or directly as an ACH from your Zoom, 6:30 p.m.
checking account. Visit wilshirebc.org/give
Wednesday, March 3
(be sure you have enabled cookies on your
■ Ukulele rehearsal, online, 10:30 a.m.
phone or tablet).
■ Koinonia Café to Go order pick-ups,
3. AUTOMATIC BANK PAY: Go to your south parking lot, 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
bank’s website, log in to your individual bank ■ Midweek Update & Reflection video,
account and follow your bank’s instructions online
to set up Wilshire as a new payee. Your bank ■ Wednesday Advocacy Update, Zoom, noon
will print and cut a check. ■ COVID-19 Advisory Task Force, Zoom,
5:30 p.m.
4. TEXT: Using your smartphone, text ■ Living Lent: Music with Leigh Curl,
WILSHIRE and the dollar amount (example: Facebook Live, 6 p.m.
WILSHIRE 50) to 73256, then follow the link ■ Youth Choir, north parking lot, 6:20 p.m.
that pops up. The first time you use this op- ■ WSM Watershed, Sanctuary, 6:30 p.m.
tion, you will enter credit card and contact
information. All text gifts will be applied to Thursday, March 4
the Unified Budget. ■ WOW! Brown Bag Book Club, Zoom, noon
■ MOPS Kickoff Event, 6 p.m.
5. WILSHIRE APP: Download the Wilshire
app from the App Store or Google Play to Friday, March 5
make gifts easily from your phone or tablet. ■ MOPS Playdate, north parking lot, 8:30 a.m.
15Rapid-response teams available
Health 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, lgarner@wilshirebc.org 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, hmustain@wilshirebc.org 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, gsbrookshire@gmail.com.
Pray for Wilshire health care workers
Preston Adkins Rita Hamilton Chad Mustain
Joshua Bautista Joey Hamilton Mike Plunk
Tanya Benson Deborah Herford Ross Prater
Gina Biddle Jeff Jones Lyn Prater
Cayce Brumley Tori Korson Wingfield Nancy Quelland
Joni Cabaniss Desiree Krieger Katie Smalling
Ann Cossum Micki Lacker Connie Smith
Karen Cotter Bobby Louder Jim Sterling
Kelli Culpepper Hall Linda Martinez Nancy Stretch
Joannah DeMent Marty McElya Robin Sullens
Diana Early Alyssa McElya Claire Tommey
Janda Edwards Sheri McShan Jim Walton
Linda Eggert Damien Mitchell Amy Wilson
Linda Garner Allison Moore Jenny Wolff
Kirsten Granberry Sheri Mosser Alan Wright
Linda Gregory Monica Mullins Rebecca Yarbrough
16Pray for Wilshire
educators
As schools and school districts grapple with the complexities of having school
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 Akins J.D. Isip Paige Pendery
Amy Anderson Katie Koshkin Mary Lea Phillips
Debbie Atchley Catherine LaChey Sarah Plunk
Hugh Atkinson Debbie LaChey Robin Pokladnik
Lynne Beard Thomas Lee Priscilla Pope-Levison
Casey Boland Jack Levison Lyn Prater
Leigh Ann Brown Jennifer Madding Michael Prysock
Jake Bruehl Ralph Manuel Aaron Reindel
Reagan Brumley Candy McComb Sarah Rose
Kristin Cabaniss Tricia McCoy Gerald Shilling
Hillary Campbell Jane Melton Jeanne Spreier
Sunny Carroum Christie Michie Megan Thompson
Karen Cotter Laura Mirochna Sara Tinsley
Silvia DeLaCruz Ellen Mooney Carol Tommey
Joannah DeMent Wendy Moore Janis Townsend
Elizabeth Felton Mary Morgan Jonni Walls
Shana Gaines Meredith Mosley Jenn Weaver
Thomas Hare Monica Mullins Katie Wilke
Dawn Hallman Shannon Nadalini Jenny Wolff
Sherry Hicks John Parnell
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