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Current News
This page is usually updated Fridays. Visioning Survey ends Sunday, Sept. 20Sept. 20 is the last day to take the Visioning Team’s online survey, which should take about 15 minutes. We hope to hear from everyone via the survey, even those who attended a Visioning Day...
Preparing for Worship: Sept. 20, 2026
By James Dolph Last weekend, I decided it was time to explore some art museums around the city. As I made my way through the various exhibits, I examined each piece closely, noticing the colors, brush strokes, lighting, shadows and a plethora of other details, all...
Ralph Manuel departing staff
Ralph Manuel will be stepping down from his role as Wilshire’s handbell coordinator at the end of September and will be recognized during worship on Sept. 27. He has held the part-time position and directed Carillon Ringers since 2019. Ralph and his wife, Donna, are...
Join the party! Try a committee or service team
By Carolyn Murray When folks ask me my favorite thing about my job at Wilshire, most are surprised when I quickly answer “Committee on Committees.” Seems like a bland answer for someone who loves to plan (and attend) a good party! But matching people and their skills...
Vickery Meadow volunteer reflects: “Is it enough?”
By Cindy Estee The food varies — usually beans, rice, canned goods and some fresh produce. Sometimes there is chicken. Sometimes milk. Volunteers set up the food on long white tables and wait for the people to come. For the most part, they are immigrants. They walk to...
I Am Wilshire 75th Anniversary Special: Pagett Gosslee
What brought you to Wilshire? In 1968, our dear friends Charlene and Bob Law picked up my then-husband Steve Holley and me on a Wednesday and brought us to dinner at Wilshire. I had known Charlene at Baylor University, and they knew we were looking for a church. Who...
A note from Jeff Brummel
The following note from Jeff Brummel, associate minister of music and organist, was emailed to Wilshire members on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026. A note from Senior Pastor Timothy Peoples follows. Dear Wilshire, What an amazing church you are! For over twenty years,...