Wister Church of the Nazarene

06/14/2026

PRACTICING RESURRECTION: Be a Person of Peace

“For Christ himself has brought peace to us. He united Jews and Gentiles into one people when, in his own body on the cross, he broke down the wall of hostility that separated us.”
- Ephesians 2:14, NLT

THE WALLS THAT divide us by political party, race, language, socioeconomic standing, and ideology are easy to build and maintain. But the peace of Christ breaks down these barriers, and we are invited into this work of peacemaking as well. This week, be a person of peace by consciously looking for, working toward, and celebrating peace everywhere you go. If you hear or read a divisive conversation, work to steer it toward peace. When you are offended, pray first that Jesus would bring you peace and enable you to bring that peace to others.

06/14/2026

We'd love to have you join us this morning in-person or online at 10:45!

(In-person only Sunday School begins at 9:45)

Sermon Title: Celebrating HopeBiblical Text: Romans 5:1-11

06/07/2026

PRACTICING RESURRECTION: Gratitude

“He has showered his kindness on us, along with all wisdom and understanding.”
- Ephesians 1:8, NLT

WHEN WE THINK of all we have been given, gratitude is the only response that makes sense. This week, practice gratitude by keeping a running list of all you are grateful for, starting with the gifts of God listed in Ephesians 1. But your list doesn’t only have to include obviously spiritual things; feel free to include a special neighbor, ice cream, coffee, your dog whatever you receive as good gifts. As a goal, try to list 100 things this week, but don’t be surprised if you go over.

06/07/2026

We'd love to have you join us this morning in-person or online at 10:45!

(In-person only Sunday School begins at 9:45)

Special Guest: Dave HazelBiblical Texts: John 20:19-22; Matthew 28:19

06/02/2026

This Wednesday Free meal Hamburgers and Hot Dogs for everyone who wants to stop by. Hope you will join us for food and fellowship.

05/31/2026

TRINITY SUNDAY: Five Names

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

THIS WEEK, WE will practice Jesus’s Commission to make disciples by praying for people who do not yet know the hope of life with Christ. Spend some time prayerfully creating a list of five names of people whom you know are not living abundant life with God. Once a day, pray with your list for five minutes, spending at least one minute on each name. Pray that God would reveal himself to them, that they would know they are loved, and that they would find freedom in Christ. As you pray, be open to hear ways that the Spirit may ask you to write a note, send an invitation, or initiate a conversation with someone you pray for. But do not feel pressure to do anything besides pray; remember that the Spirit is the one who reveals, teaches, and convicts.

05/27/2026

Free meal. Due to the high potential of rain this afternoon and evening we will have lasagna in the fellowship hall at 5:30 pm and our Bible study and kids at 6:15pm.

05/24/2026

PENTECOST SUNDAY: Silence

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

BEFORE THE SOUND of mighty rushing wind and the cacophony of multiple languages being spoken at the same time, there was silence. The Spirit came in the quiet moments of the disciples’ waiting. This week we will also wait for the Holy Spirit as we practice five minutes of silence a day. Choose a time of day that will be free of interruptions, perhaps first thing in the morning. Set an alarm or timer so you do not have to watch the time. Sit in silence for five full minutes without reading, writing, or listening to anything. Do not be alarmed if your mind jumps around to a million different things during this time. Be persistent in putting these things to rest, making space for God to speak into your stillness. Be reminded of God’s presence, and ask for even greater awareness of the Spirit’s work in you.

05/20/2026

Join us today for Wednesday dinner at 5:30 pm Chicken spaghetti and start our study in Luke at 6:15pm. Kids activities with Pastor Brady during Bible study.

05/20/2026

Join us next May 27th Wednesday for free dinner on the lawn. Everyone is welcome.