The Winona Symphony Orchestra will perform their fall concert at Wesley on October 26, 2024. A pre-concert talk will take place at 7 p.m. with the concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. Visit the WSO website for more information and to purchase tickets.
Author: Wesley Office
Blood Drive on Sept. 26, 2024
Blood Drive at Wesley UMC in Winona, MN
Wesley UMC will be holding a blood drive on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. To sign up to donate blood, visit RedCross.org.
Important Announcement about Souper Tuesday
Final Souper Tuesday will take place on August 27
After 15 incredible years, the Souper Tuesday community meal at Wesley United Methodist Church will be coming to a close. Our final meal will be served on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
This difficult decision was made due to the age and health limitations of the leadership and some of the volunteers. We are grateful for the countless memories and moments of connection we’ve shared around the tables. Thank you to each and every one who has contributed to making Souper Tuesday a beloved tradition.
Scholarships & Camperships 2024
Scholarship announcements:
WESLEY UMC HAS TWO OPPORTUNITES AVAILABLE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR OUR MEMBERS. The funds for these scholarships come from Agape funds.
Funds given through both scholarships are mailed directly to the school or camp the applicant is registered to attend. There will be no exceptions to the deadline. A copy of the applications is available in the office at the church or you can request a copy to be emailed to you.
- Wesley UMC has Educational scholarships available for those graduating from high school or already attending college/university. You must attend at least ½ time. Primary consideration will be given to those in the first year of post-secondary education and attending full time.
Criteria are as follows: Applicant must be actively involved in Wesley UMC programs, must have been already accepted for admission to an accredited post-secondary education institution, and must have earned at least a 2.8 grade point average.
Scholarship amounts will depend on the number of successful candidates and the amount available in the scholarship fund. Scholarship recipients will be invited to come forward during worship to receive award recognition.
The forms and instructions will be available in the sanctuary on the Welcome Table (look for the blue folder) on APRIL 8, 2024, and the deadline to return the application to the office is May 31, 2024. For more information contact Agape Committee members: Larry Sutton at [email protected] or Joliene Olson at [email protected].
We encourage all seeking post-secondary education scholarships to also check with WSU for two scholarships made available via former McKinley UMC. WSU handles those scholarships and awards. (Bublitz and Schoening)
- Wesley UMC has Camping scholarships available for individuals and/or families desiring to attend a summer camp this year. It is Wesley’s goal to cover half of the camp fee per individual who applies and meets the criteria, although the actual amount of assistance is based on the number of applications and the amount of funds available.
Applicants are encouraged to participate in camps sponsored by the United Methodist Church. However, camperships will be considered for any Christian-based camping opportunity.
Scholarship recipients will be invited to come forward during worship to receive award recognition.
The forms and instructions will be available in the sanctuary on the Welcome Table (look for the blue folder) on APRIL 8, 2024, and the deadline to return the application to the office is May 31, 2024. For more information contact Agape Committee members: Larry Sutton at [email protected] or Joliene Olson at [email protected].
File Downloads
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“Loving the Hell Out of Ourselves” Presentations at Wesley: Trauma Informed Ministry
In March of 2023, Wesley hosted workshops lead by Dr. Elaine Heath, international author, teacher, and one of the great inspirers of a new reformation of Christianity, to teach us about the need for churches to become communities of healing and hope in the midst of endless trauma.
Dr. Heath’s lectures are available below.