Weekly Update, June 19th, 2026

Hi church, 

As I mentioned on Sunday, the storm knocked down some enormous branches on the oak trees in the back of the church property. Well, after Sunday service, an amazing crew of volunteers cut up the branches, stacked the firewood for the fire pit, and cleared the debris. Thank you so much! We are also grateful that the branches did not damage the playground equipment, the recently planted trees and shrubs, the fire pit, or the church bus. 

Germany Mission Trip

This summer, we are sending a team of seven people to serve at an English Camp in Wölmersen Germany. We invite the Weems Creek family to join this mission in two ways:

Please pray for our team as they prepare for the trip. Pray for the volunteers who will be serving alongside them. And pray that those who do not yet know Christ will be drawn to a saving relationship with Jesus.

Prayerfully consider supporting the team financially. Your generosity helps make it possible for our team to serve and share the Gospel with students who may never have heard it clearly before.

Vacation Bible School Snacks & Shirts

Looking for a way to be part of VBS, even if you’re not serving during the week? Here are two wonderful opportunities!

We are seeking donations for “Illumination Station Neon Snacks” for the week of VBS. There are paper lightbulbs hanging in the atrium, near the steps, with the items we need for the exciting treats the kids will enjoy. Please put your donated items in the boxes below the table by 6/21, next Sunday.

Our VBS volunteers give so much of their time, energy, and love to make VBS a memorable experience for our children. To help encourage and refresh them throughout the week, we’re providing a “Volunteer Lounge” stocked with sweet and salty treats. Would you consider helping bless these amazing volunteers by providing a snack? These snacks can also be placed under the snack signup table. We are grateful for your generosity and support!

VBS t-shirts will be available Sunday in the atrium. They are $12 for kids and adult sizes. Grab yours and be ready to shine at “Illumination Station”!

Orioles Faith Night

Our next church-wide fellowship is the Orioles Faith Night on Thursday, July 9th! The game starts at 6:35pm and is against the Chicago Cubs. After the game, some players will share their testimonies and there will be a postgame Christian concert, all included with the ticket price. We have seats reserved in section 346 which is covered and between home plate and third base. Tickets are $24 and must be purchased by June 28. Please sign up in the church app or at the Connect Center. We will be taking the minibus but it will be a long walk between the bus and gate so it may not be a good option for those with mobility or respiratory issues.

Museum of the Bible

Weems Creek Church has been invited to offer our members and attenders a free one-year Light on a Hill membership to the Museum of the Bible for each family. This is a great way for you and your family to engage in the transformative power of the Bible through various exhibits and experiences. For your family to receive a free membership, you must access the registration page https://qrco.de/bgqAOE. Use the promo code “NEWMEMBER2026” at checkout to secure the free membership.

Moms Prayer Group

Moms summer prayer group starts now! All ladies are invited to join in praying for our children each Sunday at 5pm in the Student Ministry room. Please see Angela Sims or Amy Grigg for more information.

Student Pool Party

Congrats! You made it through the year (well… almost!) and summer is here! Let’s celebrate with a pool party to cool off and enjoy some burgers and dogs together. Join us on Saturday, June 20 from 2-6pm at the Hallmark’s home in Arnold. Bring a friend and don’t forget your towel! Sign up in the church app.

Student Summer Nights

WCS week is a week full of games, food, and lessons centered on the gospel and knowing Jesus. Students are encouraged to bring friends as each night will focus on a unique aspect of the gospel message, culminating in our need to surrender our lives to Jesus! The final day of WCS will be an all-day event at Guppy Gulch. Dates are August 10-13 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Cost for Guppy Gulch is $20 per student. Registration information and links will follow.

Vacation Bible School Registration

Illumination Station is just 2 weeks away! Please register your children for Vacation Bible School. This helps us be prepared. VBS 2026 Illumination Station will be Sunday June 28th through Thursday July 2nd from 6-8:30pm for children who have completed PreK 4 – 6th grade. Please register your children in the church app or at https://www.weemscreek.com/vbs2026. If you are a volunteer who hasn’t registered, please do that using the same links.

Baby Bottle Campaign

Once again, we will be filling baby bottles with money to support Wellspring Life Ministry. 

Pick up your baby bottle(s) at the Connect Center. The last day to return bottles is Father’s Day (this Sunday) to the Connect Center.

Upcoming Events

Women’s Ministry Sip & Paint – Aug. 1, 3-5pm

Weems Creek 75th Anniversary Celebration – Sept. 12-13

Young Adult Retreat – Oct. 16-18

Blessings,

Pastor Bryan