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News & Updates

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.

Gratitude for One Starry Night

By LeAnn Hampton Once again, Wilshire became the village of Bethlehem for the evening of Dec. 19. It takes a village to create a village, and Wilshire, what a village you were! Approximately 160 volunteers were involved with preparation, setup, cleanup and supporting...

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Our year-end need is $142,976

Click to enlarge We are almost there!Words cannot fully express my gratitude to you — and to our entire congregation — for your generous and faithful giving toward our 2025 Unified Budget. Because of your commitment, we are so close to reaching our goal. We still...

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Year end need: $231,048

click to enlarge Dear Wilshire Family, This fall I had the opportunity to teach in the Preschool hall. What a joy it was to watch those sweet kiddos interact with one another. But what I loved most was watching them pray. In the middle of play, they knew exactly what...

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Foundations of Faith 2026 Preview

Looking for a place to grow, ask questions and connect with others on the journey of faith? Wilshire’s Foundations of Faith Sunday School Class offers thoughtful, engaging studies for adults of all ages and backgrounds. Join them in Room 3303 as they explore...

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Preparing for Worship: Dec. 28

By Abbey Adcox The days after Christmas settle quietly. Anticipation fades, gatherings shrink and the house glows with decorations, though the mood shifts. Some feel relief; others sense a gentle ache. What lingers is not clarity but a mix of gratitude and weariness,...

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Prayer Notes

Wilshire Prayer Notes — Jan. 16, 2026 Hospital/Rehab/HospiceNeil OthersJohn, Sarah, Delores, Ralph, Charles, Gayle, Montgomery, Lota, Bert, Marilyn, John, Shirley, Cathy, Carol Ann, Dwight, Jan, Brenda, Donna, Beverley, Ella, Owen, Emily Friends and Family Concerns•...

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