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For Our Kids
Wayside
Littles
Infant - 5yrs
Having a nursery provides a fun environment for kids to have fun while their parents worship during the Sunday services.
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Our Nursery is staffed by our coordinator, Michelle Hess. She watches and interacts with the kids during both Sunday services. All volunteers working with our kids have their clearances.
Wayside
Kids
K-5th Grades
Offered only during our Contemporary Service on Sundays, this program offers our younger children an opportunity to be with friends.
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Our WayKids room is staffed by our coordinator, Sonja Eckert. Following the kids message at the beginning of the Contemporary Service, elementary age kids have the opportunity to go with their friends to enjoy interactive lessons, music, games, and other fun activities. All volunteers working with our kids have their clearances.
Wayside
Youth
6th-12th Grades
Even the older teens will find a place here. Offered only during our Contemporary Service on Sundays, youth participate in biblical discussions.
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Our older student group is led by Rachel Holsey. She provides time for a Bible lesson and fellowship to discuss how to be a responsible Christian in today's society. All volunteers working with our kids have their clearances.
STORY TIME
3-5 Year Olds
Join us for fun mornings filled with stories, songs, and activities designed to spark imagination and a love for reading! Parents and caregivers are welcome to stay and enjoy fellowship while little ones learn and play.
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For kids ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult; siblings are welcome!
Story Time will include an interactive reading by our Wayside member, Paula Gilbert, plus educational time through play, games, music and more!
Sessions will be held twice a month at 10 AM.
Contact: Michelle Hess, Nursery Coordinator
IGNITE
K-12th Grades
Fun, friendship and faith for K-12th Grades! Join us at Wayside Wednesday nights from 6-7:30pm!
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During this midweek event, children (K-5th grades) and youth (6th-12th grades) will gather for fun, friendship and faith. We focus on mission projects that serve our congregation and our community. Through interactive lessons, games, and age-appropriate discussions, young people are encouraged to draw closer to God while building lasting connections with one another. Snacks will be provided! Register today!
VBS
K-5th Grades
Our summer VBS programs are a blast. Check back for 2026 VBS details!
You can preview our past VBS fun on our YouTube channel.
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We're busy working on another exciting and fun-filled VBS for 2025! Stay tuned for details!
For Our Adults
Presbyterian Women
Saturdays have never been better at Wayside with a Bible Study and Gathering! Come and enjoy book discussions and fellowship!
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Come join us on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 10am. Bring your lunch and stay for the discussion and fellowship! Drinks and dessert are provided. Our 2024-2025 Bible Study discussions will focus on the book Let Justice Roll Down. You can purchase it online or in our church office for $5. Contact Joy Ray for more information.
Online Book Study
Looking for a way to connect from home? Zoom in on our book study! You don't have to purchase the book to participate!
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Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, you can join our group using Zoom to discuss Anne Graham Lotz's God's Story. A digital workbook is available. Contact Chuck Holsey for Zoom connection information.
Men's
Group
Saturday's have never been better at Wayside with our Men's Bible Study. All men are welcome for discussion and fellowship!
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Come join us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month at 9am to discuss scripture and how it relates to our daily lives.
Contact Tad Hershey for more information.
Book
Group
This group is open to anyone interested in getting together to discuss the book of the month and to make friends.
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Come join us on the last Tuesday of each month at 1pm. You can either join the group in the church's Atrium or by Zoom, but be ready to discuss the chosen book for the month!. Contact Barb Sager for more information and to find out the book for the month.
Sunday Bible Study
Join us for discussion and fellowship following our traditional service.
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Meets 2nd & 3rd Sunday
Currently reading and discussing the book, Real Heaven by Chip Ingram. The book is described as: "Heaven has received a lot of attention in recent years as bestselling books and movies have told the stories of people who claim to have been there. But what does the Bible actually say about heaven? What difference does it make? What happens the moment after we die? What will our relationships be like in heaven?
Contact Kathy Smith for details.
Grace & Grit
A Saturday morning mixed group that meets the first Saturday of each month at 10 AM in our spaceous atrium.
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Following along with Stuck by Jennie Allen, this group will focus on the importance of support. Explore how God's Word brings meaning and direction to the real-life situations we all face. Through honest conversation and Scripture, we'll discover how faith, connection, and grace help us navigate personal struggles and grow together.
Contact Michelle Hess for details.
Our Daily Bread
Needing a way to connect on a daily basis? Devotionals are a way for you to grow your relationship with God.
For Our Music Lovers
Grace
Notes
Our in-house Praise band plays during our Contemporary and combined Services, and most summer services.
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Led by our Music Director, Janelle Pabon, our Grace Notes is a prominent group performing at our annual Waystock event in the summer and sother venues through the year. Grace Notes practices every Wednesday evening beginning at 6pm. Contact Janelle Pabon for more information.
Adult
Choir
Looking for a way to let out your inner musical talent? The adult choir sings during our Traditional services.
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You don't need to be able to read music to join! If you can sing in the shower, you can be an amazing addition to our choir. Practice begins at 7:45pm every Wednesday evening. Contact Janelle Pabon for more information.
Bell
Choir
Do the heavenly sound of bells bring back fond memories for you? Then get your wrists ready and join our Bell Choir!
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Our Bell Choir plays during our Traditional service on the 3rd Sunday of each month and during the holiday seasons. No experience is necessary and all are welcome to join. They practice Wednesday evenings starting at 6:30pm. Contact Louise Duncan for more information.