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Woodridge United Methodist
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Join
us on Sunday for worship services
at
10:00 am.
Instructions
can be found at the end below.
All are
Welcome!
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"Restore the Kingdom Now"
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Acts 1:1-11 / Luke 24:44-53
When the disciples saw the risen Jesus, they were
ready for a revolution. They asked, "Lord, are you going to
restore the kingdom to Israel now?" They had the King; they
wanted the power; they wanted the results right now.
How often do we feel the same? In a world filled
with war, injustice, and economic anxiety, we find ourselves
impatient. We want God to "fix it" immediately. But in
our impatience, we often fall into the trap of making our own
gods or trying to control the world ourselves—closing our eyes to
the suffering of those around us.
This Sunday, we explore Jesus’ profound response
to our "Now." He shifts our focus from calculating the
end to becoming witnesses.
Join us for worship this Sunday at 10:00 am in
person or on our Woodridge UMC YouTube Channel!
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Calendar
Friday, May 15th
- Church
Office CLOSED
- 2:00
pm RGA - Emerge
Sunday, May 17th
- 10:00 am Sunday Service
- Noon
Communion
- 4:00
pm Filipino Baptist
Monday, May 18th
- 7:00
pm Square Dancing
- 7:00
pm Den 1
Tuesday, May 19th
- 10:30
am Tuesday Bible Study
- Noon
SS Orchestra
- 7:00
pm Square Dancing
Wednesday, May 20th
- 6:00
pm Wednesday Bible Study
- 7:00
pm Den 3 & 6
- 7:00
pm Square Dancing
Thursday, May 21st
- 7:00
pm Scouting America
- 7:00
pm Square Dancing
Friday, May 22nd
Saturday, May 23rd
Sunday, May 24th
- 10:00 am Sunday Service
- Noon
Communion
- 4:00
pm Filipino Baptist
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Church Office Hours
Monday & Tuesday: 9:00 am to noon
Wednesday
- Friday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Summer Hours
begin May 26th and will run from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
We ask that you call
before visiting.
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Important Information
Music Director Job Opening
The Staff Parish Committee has updated the job
description for Music Director and will be posting the
opening in various locations. Please share that we are
looking for people who are interested in the position. The
committee prays for guidance as we work to fill this very
important role in our church.
Ministry Opportunities
Bible Study
We are studying Jeremiah. The study is offered on
Tuesday mornings via Zoom (10:30 am to Noon) and Wednesday
evenings in person (6:00 pm to 7:30 pm). We will meet
again starting
April 21st & 22nd and running through May 26th & 27th
respectively. We will read one chapter
together each week and go deeper with questions and
discussions. Let Pastor Dave know if you are interested
in joining!
Christ
the Servant Electronics & Textiles Recycling Event
An Electronic Recycling Event is scheduled for May 16th
at Christ the Servant Church from 8:30 am to 11:30
am, at 8700 Havens drive, Woodridge in the
parking lot.
This event includes electronics as well as textiles (in
plastic bags only) and books (one box of books per car). Find
the flyer for the event in the e-News for a list of accepted
and not accepted items or go to www.eworksesi.org.
A disposal fee will apply for all televisions and monitors
(cash – exact change only or credit accepted). Call
Larry with any questions: 630.418.6928. See the flyer here.
Blood
Drive
Along with St. Scholastica, Prince of Peace and Christ the
Servant churches, we are sponsoring a blood drive at St. Scholastica
on
Saturday, June 6th from 7:30 am to noon. To
schedule your donation, go to www.versiti.org/IL
or call 800-7TO-GIVE. Appointments appreciated; walk-ins are
welcome! Photo ID is required. Flyers are here.
Directory
Update
It’s been a few years since we updated our printed directory
so it’s time for a refresh! But in order to perfectly produce
a printed Directory, we presently need perfect information.
So please proceed to the Narthex, put pen to paper, and
perform an update to your information. Check one of the
samples in the narthex for your entry and its accuracy and
either initial the entry as it being fine OR fill out a
yellow Directory Information form in the narthex (or here).
DO NOT make corrections in the samples. Thank You!!
Share
Your Talents!
Do you play an instrument? Love to sing? Are you looking for
a concrete way to help? Want to become more involved at WUMC?
Join in our church's practice of radical hospitality? Let us
know! Fill out a Volunteer Opportunity form in the narthex (or here)
to let us know what you are interested in.
Graduate
Recognition Sunday June 7th
During the worship service on Sunday, June 7th, we
will honor all our graduates: junior high, high school,
college, and beyond. If you or a family member are graduating
this spring let us know so we can include you! Please email
the church office (office@woodridgeumc.org)
with the graduate’s name, a photo, and the school from which
they are graduating as well as what’s next for them (college
& major, job, etc.).
Summer
Learning Series
Woodridge UMC is interested in sponsoring a summer learning
series BUT some of the programs require a minimum number of
attendees to take place. Please sign up in the
narthex if you are interested in a program
and indicate when you would be available and we will try and
make these events happen!
Missionaries
Dan, Kim, and their two children will be in the U.S. for
seven weeks this summer, traveling across the country. We are
fortunate that they will be here in Illinois for two weeks in
July.
For the past 16 years, the family has lived overseas,
primarily within Muslim countries. Their ministry involves
Scripture translation, clinical counseling, and team
ministries. Throughout their journey, they have walked in
faith, trusting in God’s guidance.
Their calling is to serve the Muslim community with love and
respect; however, they often share that they receive far more
than they give through these relationships. Though they have
faced significant challenges—including war, loss, and
trauma—they testify that God has remained faithful and kind.
If you would like to hear more about their experiences and
ministry, I encourage you to join us for a meeting with Dan,
Kim, and their family this July!
Everyday Hero Program (20
minimum)
The DuPage Health Coalition is introducing an initiative
designed to empower community members with the knowledge and
confidence to respond effectively in cardiac emergency
situations, at no cost. It’s been found that bystander
response to cardiac emergencies is notably low throughout
DuPage County. The training covers: Hands-only CPR; How to
use an AED; Responding to choking; Overdose education and
Naloxone administration. The instructors are American Heart
Association–certified, but to reach the most people, this is not a certification
course.
End of Life Advance Planning
Many people are overwhelmed or underprepared when it comes to
their final wishes, so Modell Funeral Home has put together a
seminar to share about funeral preplanning. It may not be
something we talk about all the time, but it is so important!
The presentation is designed to be a helpful, educational
experience focused on planning for end-of-life services,
answering questions, and allowing individuals to explore
their options in a comfortable, no-pressure setting.
Be Red Cross Ready (10
minimum)
Be Red Cross Ready is a preparedness education curriculum for
adults designed to help people understand, prepare for, and
respond appropriately to disasters. It’s important to prepare
for possible disasters and other emergencies. Natural and
human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at anytime and
anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can
help make a difference...Get a kit. Make a plan. Be informed.
Sharing
Our Gifts with Ray Graham
Our Ray Graham day program is looking for volunteers to spend
an hour or two sharing their gifts with their clients. Can
you bake (above the cupcake level), teach simple carpentry
(fastening two boards together), talk about your culture,
etc.? You are welcome to share your hobbies and knowledge!
Please let the church office know, and we will share the list
of volunteers with Ray Graham, so they can work out a
schedule.
Altar
Flower Donations
If you would like to donate an arrangement of flowers for the
altar, you are welcome to bring one in. Please let the
church office know by noon the Wednesday before, especially
if the flowers are in memory/honor of someone, so that they
may be acknowledged in the bulletin and announcements.
Sunday
School
Please join us!
Sunday
School ends for the summer this Sunday, May 17th
and begins again after Labor Day.
Most Sundays, Children begin the worship service in the
sanctuary with their family. Following the “Praying” segment,
the children will be invited up to the chancel steps for
conversation with the pastors. Then, the Sunday School
teacher will meet the children in the Narthex (the big room
outside the sanctuary) & walk them to their classroom.
They will be in the Trinity Room in the main hallway.
Activity Bags are available in the Narthex every Sunday.
Prayer Ministry
Our Prayer Chain is a group of caring people who believe in
the power of prayer. We are dedicated to praying for your
concerns and joys. Prayer requests will be shared with the
church’s prayer chain, honoring your confidentiality. If you are
interested in being a part of the church’s prayer chain
ministry, please contact the church office.
If you
would like to submit prayers to the Prayer Chain of Joys and
Concerns, please contact the church office, text Pastor
Dave with your prayer requests or give him a note
before worship service.
Toastmasters
Would you like to speak with more confidence in any setting?
Toastmasters can help! The Woodridge Toastmasters club meets
on the 2nd
and 4th Thursday of the month at Woodridge United Methodist
Church. Come visit us and see for yourself!
For more information contact John.
Northern
Illinois Conference
NIC
Annual Conference Needs Volunteers
The 2026 Annual Conference is just around the corner (June 14th
– 16th), and we invite you to be part of what
makes this gathering welcoming and meaningful. We are seeking
volunteers to help provide hospitality to our guests and
assist with the many moving parts that help Annual Conference
run efficiently. We need volunteers to serve in a
variety of roles.
We need volunteers to serve in a variety of roles, including:
- Check-in volunteers
- Ushers
- Guides
- Information desk volunteers
- And more
Volunteer Requirements
- Volunteers must be at least 16
years old.
- Clergy & Lay Members of
Annual Conference (voting members) may
Volunteer only on Sunday before the 1:30 pm
Clergy/Laity Session.
Whether you are available for the entire
event, a full day, or just part of a day, we would love your
help. You may sign up for as many roles and time slots as you
would like, and no previous experience is necessary. Complete the
Volunteer Form by May 22 (Register here).
NIC
Annual Conference Will
Focus on Hope
Under the
theme “Practicing Hope,” clergy and elected lay members will
gather for NIC’s 187th Annual Conference session, June 14th – 16th,
at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center in
Schaumburg. The theme invites participants to explore how
hope shapes ministry, mission, and the future of the
church. “Hope allows for newness. Hope allows that God
will call us forward. Hope allows us to say yes to whatever
call is placed on our lives,” said Bishop Schwerin.
May Outreach Offering - Bishops Appeal for
Annual Converence
Our May Outreach will be supporting the
Bishop’s Appeal for the Annual Conference, focusing on the
construction of a high school in Tanzania, at a mission site
led by missionary and NIC clergy member Rev. Young Seon
(Christina) Kim. Rev. Kim and the people of Dar Es
Salaam completed a much-needed secondary school three years
ago. Now the mission is planning to build a high school,
which will help young people continue their education and
pursue a future they may never have thought possible. Northern
Illinois United Methodists can help empower these young
adults to achieve the education and callings they discern.
The building will have four classrooms, a well-organized
computer laboratory, separate dormitories for boys and girls,
a multipurpose hall, and guest rooms for volunteer teachers
and visitors. A basketball court and playgrounds with
seating will allow students and the community to gather
together.
"This high school is not just about buildings; it is
about raising a next generation of Christian leaders for
Tanzania and the kingdom of God," Rev. Kim says.
To learn more please visit Bishop’s Appeal: Education for the
Central Conferences - Northern Illinois Annual Conference.
Ways to donate to the May Outreach Offering:
- Check or cash in an
Outreach Offering envelope placed in the offering plate
in the Narthex (the room outside the sanctuary) or in
the gold-plated mail slot at the church’s east door.
- Online via our website.
Select “Current Month Outreach” in the drop-down menu.
- Text the amount you want
to give to 630-449-7121 and select “Current Month
Outreach” in the drop-down menu.
Ongoing Opportunities
"Goin' Green" Shoes & Clothes
Recycling Box
Located in the northeast corner of our parking lot,
this receptacle is a convenient place to recycle any shoes
and your clothes that are at or near the end of their
usefulness.
West Suburban Food Pantry
There is a shopping cart that is waiting
for donations. It sits in the narthex, usually near the
sanctuary doors. The food pantry serves many
households and always welcomes donations!!!
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Worship Attendance
If you watch the online
service, please email the church office at office@woodridgeumc.org and let us know that you joined us for
worship, so that we might record your attendance.
Prayer Requests
for Worship
We are starting fresh with our list of Joys and
Concerns. Please text Pastor
Dave (224.600.0446) or give him a note before service
with your prayer request. You are also welcome to let the
office know during the week. Names will only stay on the
list for one month unless other arrangements are made. Make
certain that you have permission to share other’s information,
too. Thank you for
your flexibility as we make updates to our worship services.
(There have been
requests that we include full names and/or more detailed
information for people on our list of Joys & Concerns.
Please remember our services are broadcast on YouTube and are
available to anyone who has internet access. Details are shared
with our Prayer Ministry Team on Monday mornings. You are
invited to join them in prayer and share in this information by
contacting the church office).
Offering
Options
There are different options for getting your
offering to the church.
- Go to the website & click on the Giving
tab at the top of the page or go straight there with this link.
- Text 630.449.7121 with the amount
- Drop off in the gold mail slot next to the east
door of the church.
- Mail your offering to the church.
May 15th, 2026,
Volume 16, Edition 20
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