J.O.Y. Club (Just Older Youth) 55+ Ministry
Welcome! WCN’s ministry to adults 55+ is called the JOY Club (Just Older Youth). The JOY Club strives to enrich and encourage growth spiritually, socially, mentally, and emotionally. Activities are planned so seniors can interact with one another through fellowship, tours, outings, and retreats. Click here to email Bev Dowler for more info.
2024 EVENT SCHEDULE
special EVENTS
SWO District PrimeTime Retreat:
May 13-15, 2024
Higher Ground Conference & Retreat Center (3820 Logan Creek Lane, West Harrison, IN 47060)
Theme: All My Life He Has Been Faithful
Two nights lodging, five delicious meals, inspiring preaching, uplifting music, great fun and fellowship!
Cost: $225 per couple (double occupancy), $115 per person (double occupancy), $150 per person (single occupancy), $100 for retired or active ministry couples.
RSVP: 812-637-3777 (reservations begin 3/15/24).
Speaker: Dr. Bob & Carol Broadbooks
Retreat begins with dinner at 5:00 pm on Monday and concludes with morning service on Wednesday.
Sign up at the JOY Club table!
WEEKLY EVENTS
Sunday Night Praise: Sundays at 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall, see schedule below.
Dan Walters, retired Nazarene pastor, leads this service. It is traditional - hymns from the hymnal accompanied by piano, prayer, and biblical preaching - so if you are missing the kind of service you grew up with, you will enjoy Sunday night praise! Snacks are served as well.
APRIL 2024
April 28 - No SNP (Worship Night)
May 2024
May 5 - 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall
May 12 – No SNP (Mother’s Day)
May 19 – 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall
May 26 – No SNP (Memorial Day Weekend)
June 2024
June 2 - No SNP (VBS)
June 9 - No SNP (Father’s Day)
June 16 - 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall
June 23 - 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall
June 30 - 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall
July 2024
July 7 - 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall
July 14 - No SNP (NMI Convention)
July 21 - No SNP (District Camp Meeting)
July 28 - 6:00 pm in Hawks Hall
MONTHLY EVENTS
LaRosa’s Night Out: Every 1st Tuesday of the month, JOY Club meets at LaRosa’s in West Chester (8120 Highland Pointe Dr. West Chester, OH 45069) for dinner. Sign up at the JOY Club table in the North Foyer to join or contact Bev Dowler.
Lunch at Twin Dragon Buffet: Every 2nd Thursday of the month, JOY Club meets at Twin Dragon Buffet (7763 Tylersville Rd. West Chester, OH 45069) next to Big Lots for lunch. The cost of lunch is approximately $12.00 includes tip, and tax. Free senior drink. Please sign up at the JOY Table or contact Bev Dowler.
Volunteer opportunities
Matthew 25 Ministries (M25M): Every 3rd Thursday of the month, JOY Club volunteers at M25M. Carpool from the church at 9:30 am and work from 10:00-12:00 pm. Sitting jobs available. Lunch afterwards! Contact Bev Dowler to sign up.
