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Quick Links Wesley Foundation Wesley Church Friday Forum UIUC International Hospitality Commitee		International Coffeehouse This Friday and Every Friday even During the Summer Wesley Foundation 1203 W. Green Street Urbana Wonderful conversation and friendships from 4- 6 pm . No reservations needed. Just drop by and join us when you can. Experience friendships with faculty, students and community residents Meet people from many fields of study and research Practice speaking and hearing English Learn about American culture Share your culture Enjoy free coffee, tea, fruit juice, and snacks Where is the International Coffeehouse?
4th of July Activities This Weekend - Parade Come spend the afternoon of the 4th of July celebrating the Independence of the United States. The parade starts at 1pm at Lincoln & Nevada and ends at Florida & First. A great place to watch is near the intersection of Florida and Lincoln. Bring water as it may be hot, as many of our international folk are learning just how hot it can get here. REMEMBER THE 4TH of JULY IS HOLIDAY THERE IS NO BUS SERVICE! 4th of July Potluck- Picnic and Fireworks PLEASE CONTACT NANCY AT THE PHONE OR EMAIL BELOW IF YOU PLAN ON COMING Come spend the afternoon of the 4th of July with us. Nancy and Jim McGlathery have invited everyone over to their house after the Parade for a Picnic and then to watch the fireworks from their backyard. Come by any time between 4pm and 10:30pm. Rides available from Wesley at 4pm if you register. We can also pick you up at Orchard Downs at about 4:15, IF YOU EMAIL OR CALL NANCY TO LET HER KNOW BY FRIDAY AFTERNOON. THERE IS NO PUBLIC BUS SERVICE ON THE 4TH OF JULY! They will take care of the meat, buns, condiments, beverages and tableware but invite you to bring a picnic type or international side dish. Their address is 1204 Thomas Drive, Champaign, 61821. Directions: North on Prospect to Bloomington Road. Left (west) on Bloomington Rd. for about a quarter mile to Jeanne St. The street sign is hidden behind a tree, but there is an auto body shop on the right. Turn left of Jeanne St. Drive three short blocks to Thomas Drive. Turn right. We are the second house on the right. McGlathery's phone number is (217)352-6902, in case of getting lost in the neighborhood. Please "R.S.V.P." (let them know if you are coming) by emailing Nancy McGlathery nmcglath@yahoo.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , or calling 217-352-6902. Fishing Field Trip- July 17th Noon. Meet at Etc. Coffeehouse and then to Crystal Lake Park Come join us for this FREE fishing clinic. We're working with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to provide an afternoon of fishing lessons and fishing. We will provide the fishing poles. We also have a special exemption so you will not need to purchase a fishing license for this afternoon clinic. Adults and Children are welcome to join us. We'll meet at the Etc. Coffeehouse at Noon. "Car Pool" over to Crystal Lake Park (right behind Carle Hospital) and should be back by 4pm. Bring a snack to share. (Yes we will have the coffeehouse from 4-6pm!) Only the first 12 persons signed up are guarenteed a spot! Sign Up online at: http://intcoffeehouse.blogspot.com/ Summer events at the Coffeehouse and at Wesley Fri. July 3rd International Coffeehouse 4pm Sat. July 4th Parade, Picnic and Fireworks Tues. July 7th Graduate Bible Study 7-9pm Wed. July 8th Midweek Worship and Study 8:30pm Fri. July 10th International Coffeehouse 4pm Tues. July 14th Graduate Bible Study 7-9pm Wed. July 15th Midweek Worship and Service and Food 6:30pm Thurs. July 16th Food Pantry Sign Up Online to Volunteer Fri. July 17th International Field Trip 1pm-4pm FISHING CLINIC Fri. July 17th International Coffeehouse 4pm Tues. July 21st Graduate Bible Study 7-9 pm Fri. July 24th International Coffeehouse 4pm July 24th-Aug 1st County Fair Fri. Aug 7th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 14th International Coffeehouse 4pm Thurs. Aug 20th Food Pantry Sign Up Online to Volunteer Fri. Aug 21s International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 28th International Coffeehouse 4pm Labor Day Mon. Sept. 7th ALL DAY CANOE TRIP

In This Issue (click link to jump to that article) International Coffeehouse Even Through the Summer Including Field Trips 4th of July Events Summer Events at the International Coffeehouse
Quick Links Wesley Foundation Wesley Church Friday Forum UIUC International Hospitality Commitee		International Coffeehouse This Friday and Every Friday even During the Summer Wesley Foundation 1203 W. Green Street Urbana Wonderful conversation and friendships from 4- 6 pm . No reservations needed. Just drop by and join us when you can. Experience friendships with faculty, students and community residents Meet people from many fields of study and research Practice speaking and hearing English Learn about American culture Share your culture Enjoy free coffee, tea, fruit juice, and snacks Where is the International Coffeehouse?
4th of July Activities Next Weekend - Parade, Fireworks & Picnic Come spend the afternoon of the 4th of July with us. The parade starts at 1pm at Lincoln & Nevada and ends at Florida & First. A great place to watch is near the intersection of Florida and Lincoln. Bring water as it may be hot, as many of our international folk are learning just how hot it can get here. Nancy and Jim McGlathery have invited everyone over to their house later in the day for a Picnic and then to watch the fireworks from a location close to their house. Details to come early next week. Summer events at the Coffeehouse and at Wesley FULL DETAILS AND ONLINE SIGN UPS COMING VERY SOON Fri. June 26th International Coffeehouse 4pm Tues. June 30th Graduate Bible Study 7-9pm Wed. July 1st Midweek Worship and Study 8:30 pm Fri. July 3rd International Coffeehouse 4pm Sat. July 4th Parade, Picnic and Fireworks Tues. July 7th Graduate Bible Study 7-9pm Wed. July 8th Midweek Worship and Study 8:30pm Fri. July 10th International Coffeehouse 4pm Tues. July 14th Graduate Bible Study 7-9pm Wed. July 15th Midweek Worship and Service and Food 6:30pm Thurs. July 16th Food Pantry Sign Up Online to Volunteer Fri. July 17th International Field Trip 1pm-6pm Fri. July 17th International Coffeehouse 4pm Tues. July 21st Graduate Bible Study 7-9 pm Fri. July 24th International Coffeehouse 4pm July 24th-Aug 1st County Fair Fri. Aug 7th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 14th International Coffeehouse 4pm Thurs. Aug 20th Food Pantry Sign Up Online to Volunteer Fri. Aug 21s International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 28th International Coffeehouse 4pm Labor Day Mon. Sept. 7th ALL DAY CANOE TRIP
***A few thoughts about churches in Champaign Urbana responding to International persons*** We welcome you, your ideas, and your cultures as equals as we journey down this path of life together. Programs for Internationals offered through the Wesley Foundation are designed to offer hospitality (a generous and warm reception of guests), to experience cultural exchange and to assist internationals in various ways (like learning English, understanding American culture, answering questions, or for our bible studies, understanding Christianity). You do not need to be a Christian to attend any of our programs nor do we judge our success on how many Christians we "make." We believe that we are all strengthened by our mutual exchanges of ideas and cultures. While we are willing to share our stories of faith, we are also excited to hear your stories of faith. Our success is based on the hospitality we have offered, the friendships we have made and the assistance we have provided. We do not believe that one church (even ours) has the only right understanding of Christianity or faith. We will not speak ill of other churches but would be willing to discuss differences that we may hold with other churches in our area and address any concerns you may have.

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In This Issue (click link to jump to that article) International Coffeehouse Even Through the Summer Including Field Trips Fishing Field Trip is POSTPONED Food Pantry Volunteers needed soon. Please come get trained to help. Summer Events at the International Coffeehouse
Quick Links Wesley Foundation Wesley Church Friday Forum UIUC International Hospitality Commitee		International Coffeehouse This Friday and Every Friday even During the Summer Wesley Foundation 1203 W. Green Street Urbana Wonderful conversation and friendships from 4- 6 pm . No reservations needed. Just drop by and join us when you can. Experience friendships with faculty, students and community residents Meet people from many fields of study and research Practice speaking and hearing English Learn about American culture Share your culture Enjoy free coffee, tea, fruit juice, and snacks Where is the International Coffeehouse?
Due to deep mud, flooded water and rain forcast we will NOT be fishing Friday I regret that we will not be able to go fishing this Friday. We will schedule to go later this summer. Volunteers Needed For Wesley Food Pantry May 20-21st Each month our Wesley Foundation serves over 800 persons in need a week's worth of groceries. This is a huge undertaking as we convert our foundation into a food pantry (grocery store) each third Thursday of the month. We need to unload a semi's worth of food, set up tables open boxes and direct traffic. At the end of the evening we need to tear it all down and clean up. You do not need to speak English to help as much of it is "manual labor." This is a great way to see another side of America. Food Pantry volunteers are needed for many jobs throughout the month, but especially the days and hours leading up to, and through, distribution on the evening of the 3rd Thursday of the month (the 21st of May) All volunteers must have attended one training session before working during distribution on Thursday May 21st. Training times for May are Thursday 14-May at 5:30pm and Wednesday May 20 at 7:00p. Training lasts about an hour. Some of the times you can volunteer include (you do not need to work the full time slot): Wed. May 20th 12:30-3:00 pm Truck Unloading, 18 persons each hour Wed. May 20th 6:30 - 9:00 pm Food Set Up, 20 persons each hour Thurs. May 21st 4:00 - 9:00 pm Food Distribution 35+ persons each hour Thurs. May 21st 8:00 - 10:00 pm Cleanup 18 persons each hour If you have questions or would like to sign up online for a volunteer time slot please contact Candice at pantryvol@wesleyui.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Summer events at the Coffeehouse and at Wesley Fri. May 15th International Coffeehouse 4pm Thurs. May 21st Food Pantry Volunteers Needed Fri. May 22nd International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. May 29th What do Christians Believe Study Part 1 2:30pm - 4:00pm Fri. May 29th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 5th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 12th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 19th International Field Trip 1pm-6pm Fri.June 19th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 26th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 3rd International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 10th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 17th International Field Trip 1pm-6pm Fri. July 17th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 24th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 7th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 14th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 21s International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 28th International Coffeehouse 4pm Labor Day Mon. Sept. 7th ALL DAY CANOE TRIP
***A few thoughts about churches in Champaign Urbana responding to International persons*** We welcome you, your ideas, and your cultures as equals as we journey down this path of life together. Programs for Internationals offered through the Wesley Foundation are designed to offer hospitality (a generous and warm reception of guests), to experience cultural exchange and to assist internationals in various ways (like learning English, understanding American culture, answering questions, or for our bible studies, understanding Christianity). You do not need to be a Christian to attend any of our programs nor do we judge our success on how many Christians we "make." We believe that we are all strengthened by our mutual exchanges of ideas and cultures. While we are willing to share our stories of faith, we are also excited to hear your stories of faith. Our success is based on the hospitality we have offered, the friendships we have made and the assistance we have provided. We do not believe that one church (even ours) has the only right understanding of Christianity or faith. We will not speak ill of other churches but would be willing to discuss differences that we may hold with other churches in our area and address any concerns you may have.

In This Issue (click link to jump to that article) International Coffeehouse Even Through the Summer Including Field Trips Mini Class on Christianity in America High School Musical in Urbana this Weekend Food Pantry Volunteers needed soon. Please come get trained to help. Fishing Field Trip coming next Friday Summer Events at the International Coffeehouse
Quick Links Wesley Foundation Wesley Church Friday Forum UIUC International Hospitality Commitee		International Coffeehouse This Friday and Every Friday even During the Summer Wesley Foundation 1203 W. Green Street Urbana Wonderful conversation and friendships from 4- 6 pm . No reservations needed. Just drop by and join us when you can. Experience friendships with faculty, students and community residents Meet people from many fields of study and research Practice speaking and hearing English Learn about American culture Share your culture Enjoy free coffee, tea, fruit juice, and snacks Where is the International Coffeehouse?
Free Mini Class on Christianity in America offered this Friday Free class on "Christianity in America and Denominations" will be offered this Friday from 2:30 - 4pm in the Etc. Coffeehouse. Or if you live at either Daniels or Orchard Downs, I would be happy to arrange to have these classes taught on site. Please let me know. We make every effort to present these studies in as fair and balanced manner as possible to help international persons understand and navigate through "Christian" America. I promise you will not be pressured in any way to adopt any beliefs (see statement at the bottom of this email). Christianity in America and Denominations Why are there so many different churches in the United States? What are the differences between the denominations (Catholic, Baptist, Methodist Etc.)? Reverend Rob Kirby is an ordained United Methodist Minister and has been serving at the Wesley Foundation for the past six years. He completed his Masters of Divinity degree from Boston University in 1998. He has taught international bible studies for 6 years. He is the president of the Interfaith Religious Workers Association at the University of Illinois that represents over 40 religious groups that serve the University of Illinois. He is married and the father of 3 children. See a High School Musical this weekend - Curtains at Urbana High Have you ever wondered what an American High School was like? Why not come to the Urbana High School Musical (singing drama) this weekend? It is inexpensive, fun and an easy walk from either campus or Orchard Downs. Curtains, the hilarious new musical whodunit that was a must-see hit of the 2007-2008 Broadway season, playing over 500 performances, holds its Champaign-Urbana premiere on Thursday, April 30, with performances on Friday, May 1; Saturday, May 2; Friday, May 8; and Saturday, May 9. During its New York run, Curtains won nine Drama Desk Awards and eight 2007 Tony Award nominations including Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, and Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical (David Hyde Pierce). Friday, May 8 at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 9 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available from at the door, or by contacting UHS at 217-384-3505. The cost is $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Some mature language and themes may make the show not suitable for younger children. All shows are at Urbana High School, 1002 S. Race Street in Urbana, in Cobb Auditorium. Volunteers Needed For Wesley Food Pantry May 20-21st Each month our Wesley Foundation serves over 800 persons in need a week's worth of groceries. This is a huge undertaking as we convert our foundation into a food pantry (grocery store) each third Thursday of the month. We need to unload a semi's worth of food, set up tables open boxes and direct traffic. At the end of the evening we need to tear it all down and clean up. You do not need to speak English to help as much of it is "manual labor." This is a great way to see another side of America. Food Pantry volunteers are needed for many jobs throughout the month, but especially the days and hours leading up to, and through, distribution on the evening of the 3rd Thursday of the month (the 21st of May) All volunteers must have attended one training session before working during distribution on Thursday May 21st. Training times for May are Thursday 14-May at 5:30pm and Wednesday May 20 at 7:00p. Training lasts about an hour. Some of the times you can volunteer include (you do not need to work the full time slot): Wed. May 20th 12:30-3:00 pm Truck Unloading, 18 persons each hour Wed. May 20th 6:30 - 9:00 pm Food Set Up, 20 persons each hour Thurs. May 21st 4:00 - 9:00 pm Food Distribution 35+ persons each hour Thurs. May 21st 8:00 - 10:00 pm Cleanup 18 persons each hour If you have questions or would like to sign up online for a volunteer time slot please contact Candice at pantryvol@wesleyui.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Next Friday is our First Field trip - Going Fishing and "hanging out" in the park From about 1:00- 4:00 pm we will go fishing in a local park and spend some time enjoying the warm weather. We'll help supply the fishing gear and transportation to and from the park. Details to come early next week but put it on your calender. Children are welcome to attend. Summer events at the Coffeehouse and at Wesley Fri. May 8th "Christianity in America & Denominations?" Study Part 1 2:30pm - 4:00pm Fri. May 8th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. May 15th "Christianity in America & Denominations?" Study Part 2 2:30pm - 4:00pm Fri. May 15th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. May 15th International Field Trip 1pm-6pm Thurs. May 21st Food Pantry Volunteers Needed Fri. May 22nd International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. May 29th What do Christians Believe Study Part 1 2:30pm - 4:00pm Fri. May 29th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 5th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 12th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 19th International Field Trip 1pm-6pm Fri.June 19th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. June 26th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 3rd International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 10th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 17th International Field Trip 1pm-6pm Fri. July 17th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. July 24th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 7th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 14th International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 21s International Coffeehouse 4pm Fri. Aug 28th International Coffeehouse 4pm Labor Day Mon. Sept. 7th ALL DAY CANOE TRIP
***A few thoughts about churches in Champaign Urbana responding to International persons*** We welcome you, your ideas, and your cultures as equals as we journey down this path of life together. Programs for Internationals offered through the Wesley Foundation are designed to offer hospitality (a generous and warm reception of guests), to experience cultural exchange and to assist internationals in various ways (like learning English, understanding American culture, answering questions, or for our bible studies, understanding Christianity). You do not need to be a Christian to attend any of our programs nor do we judge our success on how many Christians we "make." We believe that we are all strengthened by our mutual exchanges of ideas and cultures. While we are willing to share our stories of faith, we are also excited to hear your stories of faith. Our success is based on the hospitality we have offered, the friendships we have made and the assistance we have provided. We do not believe that one church (even ours) has the only right understanding of Christianity or faith. We will not speak ill of other churches but would be willing to discuss differences that we may hold with other churches in our area and address any concerns you may have.