Warsaw Wesleyan Church

- Our Ministries -

BEST YEAR'S FELLOWSHIP
Pastor Gale Janofski

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION / SPIRITUAL FORMATION
Pastor Andy Weaver

• SPIRITUAL FORMATION

  Sunday morning we offer Sunday School classes at 7:45, 9:00, and 10:45 am.

  Sunday School Superintendent, Dave Williams, leads our S.S. Department which offers a variety of classes for adults, youth, and children. Also, a staffed nursery is provided for infants and toddlers.

• IMPACT

  Sunday night at 6:00 pm.

  IMPACT is a Sunday night program that involves adults, youth discipleship classes, young adult (SUB 30, meets off campus), and children's ministry called "The Orchard" (kids growing in Christ).

  Women's Study - Heart Spa: Every woman will feel welcome! Heart Spa is a friendly and fun way to introduce others to Jesus--and strengthen life-long relationships with him. Women will experience 6 sessions on spiritual refreshment as they learn to rest in Jesus, reflect, rejoice, and be renewed in God's love

  Men's Study - Man to Man: Thirty-one devotionals for men, drawn from "Doc" Hensley's life experiences as an award-winning journalist, Vietnam veteran, a husband and father, and a college professor. "[Dennis] is a master communicator as a speaker and writer." (Jerry B. Jenkins) Each chapter focuses on a contemporary issue of importance to men, ranging from finances to patriotism and from fatherhood to career choices.

  Building Blocks for Healthy Families: This 7 week series will cover a variety of topics including marriages, Step-Families, & children both adolescent and teen-ages. There will be several teachers including special guest Scott & Kathy Parker and our very own Dave & Cindy Williams and Lou Ann Parker will round out the leaders. On Sept 12th & 19th there will be a choice of two classes.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Sharon Christenberry

• A staffed nursery and toddler ministry is offered each Sunday AM & PM for all services.
• KIDZONE is our Children's Ministry program on Sunday Mornings.
• The Orchard is our children's ministry offered on Sunday evenings at 6:00 pm.

YOUTH / YOUNG ADULTS
Pastor Jonathan Bell

• YOUTH GROUP

  Fuel Youth Ministries is the new name for Warsaw Wesleyan Church's youth ministry! Following our name, you will find these words: Revive, Fill Up, Pour Out. We exist to bring students into a relationship with Jesus Christ, grow in discipleship through God's Word, and glorify God through our witness and service toward others. The fuel of God revives us into a relationship with Jesus, fills us up through the Word, and sends us to pour out the good news of God's love onto others.

• "SUB 30"

  "Sub 30" is a ministry for young people ages 19 through 30. They meet in various homes on Sunday evenings at 6 PM.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY
Renee Sweeny

WORSHIP ARTS (DRAMA / PRODUCTION / MUSIC)
Thomas Hall

*All Worship Art Ministries utilize the "Spiritual Life and Accountability" standard below...

• [+]WORSHIP TEAM MINISTRY - PRAISE BAND

  Rehearsal Time:

  Our Praise Band is an important part of the worship services at Warsaw Wesleyan Church. We strive to glorify God the Father in every note that is lifted up. The Praise Band meets rehearses Tuesday evenings from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the sanctuary. Sound checks take place on Sunday mornings beginning at 7:30 am.

  Musical Expectations:

  We understand that each person is at a different level musically, and we are willing to work with everyone involved. However, there are a few things that we ask of each musician in our band.

  1. Be able to read music and/or chord charts.
  2. Be open to constructive criticism, and willing to learn.
  3. Be confident, not arrogant. Have a good attitude of worship.
  4. Be able to play in tune, and have a good tone quality on one's own instrument.

  Rehearsal Expectations:

  It is imperative that each person is well prepared in order to give his/her best musical offering. Although we cannot require a certain amount of time for musicians to practice outside of our scheduled rehearsals, we ask that each musician come to rehearsals prepared to play, and familiar with the music for the week.

• [+]WORSHIP TEAM MINISTRY - PRAISE SINGERS

  Rehearsal Time:

  The Praise Team Vocalists rehearse Wednesday evenings from 7:40-8:15 pm, immediately following choir rehearsal. Sound Checks begin at 7:30 am Sunday mornings.

  Musical Expectations:

  We understand that each person is at a different level musically, and we are willing to work with everyone involved. However, there are a few things that we ask of each our singers and lead worshipers.

  1. Be able to sing in tune.
  2. Be open to constructive criticism, and willing to learn.
  3. Be confident, not arrogant. Have a good attitude of worship.
  4. Be able to read/follow music to some extent.

  Rehearsal Expectations:

  It is imperative that each person is well prepared in order to give his/her best musical offering. Although we cannot require a certain amount of time for musicians to practice outside of our scheduled rehearsals, we recommend that music is reviewed daily. It will help keep your voice flexible, memory sharp, and will help to free you during worship.
  
  Although lyrics will be projected onto the rear wall, memorization of melodies and harmonies will be expected.

• [+]AUDIO / VISUAL MINISTRY

  Rehearsal Time:

  All Audio and Visual technicians are expected to be at the Praise Band rehearsals on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Please have all microphones/computers/projectors ready to be used by 6:00 pm in order to begin a sound and visual rehearsal promptly.

  Services:

  Please be in the sanctuary, ready to begin at 7:30 am.

  Expectations:

  We understand that each person has a different level of knowledge of our sound console, and our visual production equipment. We are willing to teach anyone who is willing to learn. In order to ensure quality production from our team during a service, we ask these things:

  1. Have an open mind and willing heart to learn.
  2. Be willing to set aside an afternoon to talk through the course with a supervisor.
  3. Each participant will spend at least 4 consecutive weeks in the AV booth with a supervisor before "flying solo."
  4. Be willing to ask questions, and learn from others!

  Rehearsal Expectations:

  We are aware that there are several of you working in the AV booth on a rotating basis. We ask that you please be prompt for your scheduled rehearsal time, and be ready to begin and end on time! We also ask that you have a writing utensil and paper available to take any notes.

• [+]CHOIR MINISTRIES

  Sounds of Celebration:

  This is the Warsaw Wesleyan Church adult choir. This choir sings special music every Sunday morning, and also joins in leading worship services. Styles range from Southern Gospel, contemporary Christian, traditional Gospel, and much more! Come and Join us!

  eXalt:

  eXalt is our Teen choir. This group is a collaboration 7th - 12th grade students. eXalt sings every Sunday with the Sounds of Celebration choir. This choir also learns individual pieces and will sing as a solo choir on occasion.

  Rehearsal Time:

  Sounds of Celebration meets every Wednesday evening from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary.
  
  eXalt meets every Sunday evening from 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm in the Sanctuary. This is for students from 7th grade through high school.

  Services:

  Choir sound checks begin at 8:15 am on Sunday mornings. Please be prompt.

  Musical Expectations:

  These are open choirs, and are available to any willing participant. We ask that you have an open heart and mind, be willing to learn, and strive to glorify Christ.

  Rehearsal Expectations:

  1. Please be on time to all rehearsals.
  2. Please have a pencil available (not a pen), and mark notes in your music. It is for your benefit!
  3. In order to present a particular piece as an offering during a worship service, we ask that you are present to at least three of the four rehearsals for each piece. If one is unable to attend these rehearsals, he/she may be asked not to sing on a particular piece.

• [+]DRAMA MINISTRIES

  The Drama Ministries at Warsaw Wesleyan Church range from small skits used in our worship services, to full-length Seasonal productions, as well as smaller dinner theatre settings. This ministry is present on an "as needed" basis. To be involved, please contact the Director of Worship Arts, and he will speak with you about ways you can plug-in to this ministry as opportunities arise.

• [+]SPECIAL MUSIC MINISTRIES

  The special music ministry at Warsaw Wesleyan Church ranges from vocal solos, instrumental solos, instrumental ensembles, vocal ensembles, and much more. If you have questions, please contact the Director of Worship Arts.
  
  Sound Check:

  Sound Check for 1st service special music begins at 8:30 am on Sunday mornings. 2nd service sound checks should take place between 10:20 am - 10:30 am. (will fluctuate due to 1st service ending times.)

  Musical and Rehearsal Expectations:

  It is imperative that each person is well prepared in order to give his/her best musical offering. If you have never offered a "special music offering," we ask that you meet with the Director of Worship Arts, and allow him to hear your song. This simply allows us the opportunity to ensure the appropriateness of the piece. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

  Clothing / Attire:

  We ask that anyone who is on the platform for a special to wear appropriate business attire for our services. This minimizes distraction, and aids in a free atmosphere of worship.

• [+]SPIRITUAL LIFE AND ACCOUNTABILITY

  In order to truly lead others to the throne of God, it is imperative that we live a life that truly exemplifies Christ Jesus, our Lord. As lead worshipers at WWC, we ask that you examine and challenge your spiritual walk in the following areas, so that you can continue to grow and lead others toward Him.
  
  Be a Devoted Follower of Christ

  In order to lead others to Christ, we must first know Him for ourselves.

  Daily Devotion and Prayer

  Leading worship can be very taxing on one's own spiritual life. One can spend so much time leading others, that he/she often feels spiritually exhausted and empty. We ask that each member of our ministries take time everyday to meditate and talk with Christ. There is no better way to be filled, than to go straight to the Source!

  Accountability

  Often, we as humans try to carry our own burdens, but as Christians we should strive to carry each other's loads. We at WWC find it imperative that each person on our team is accountable to one another and to leadership. We ask that each team member find an accountability partner within our worship arts ministry, and each group will find a leader to whom they can also be accountable.

  "Talk the Talk" and "Walk the Walk"

  Our goal at WWC is not to make hypocrites of our worship leaders. We ask that you live a life that is pleasing to Christ everyday of the week. We do not believe in, or practice, a "Sunday Only" lifestyle.

WESLEYAN WEE CARE
Mary Ann Stuller