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Watch this space for the latest Wilshire news. Check the Events section for information on upcoming events. You can also subscribe to our two weekly emails; Tapestry News, sent Fridays, includes news and a worship preview, while the Monday Recap has links to videos and blog posts from the prior week.
What is a deacon, anyway?
The role of deacons originates from Acts 6, where the early church appointed leaders to serve the community’s growing needs, allowing the apostles to focus on prayer and teaching. These deacons were chosen for their spiritual maturity and wisdom. In Baptist tradition,...
Deacon Nominations
The Deacon Nominating Committee asks Wilshire members to submit names of persons to be considered for deacon service. Nominees should be individuals who have modeled consistent, faithful service and leadership and who have been Wilshire members at least one year. You...
Faith in 3D 2026 Auditions
Wilshire’s Faith in 3D initiative will celebrate its 12th anniversary in March 2026 with an original production, Songs of the People: Life’s Lessons from Folk Music. The show will include a wide array of folk songs, ranging from the lighthearted to the intense, the...
I Am Wilshire: Clint Justice
Hometown: Atlanta Present city: Dallas Education: Bachelor’s in psychology and MBA from Baylor University Profession: Executive and leadership coach Tell us about your family. I’m originally from Atlanta, Georgia, where I met my wife, Kim, in 9th grade biology. We...
Preparing for Worship: Aug. 31, 2025
By Kelly Akins I recently traveled to Vancouver, British Columbia, to attend the North American Gathering of Godly Play. It was a beautiful time of retreat, renewal and connection. On the first day, we were invited to cross the threshold, and as we entered the chapel...
Lessons from the Lege
On Aug. 9, more than 120 people gathered at Arapaho United Methodist Church for “What Just Happened in the Texas Legislature?,” an event co-sponsored by Arapaho, Wilshire, First United Methodist Denton and Northaven United Methodist. The event featured breakout...