Wesley Night
Wesley Night is a time for all ages to come together for dinner, deepening of friendships, and drawing closer to the Lord through music, study, and prayer. We begin with dinner followed by activities for kids, youth, and adults.
The Winter/Spring semester will begin on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
Keep scrolling to learn more about Wesley Night programs, as well as dinner reservations!
Schedule:
6:00-7:00pm – Dinner – McAdams Social Hall (make your reservation below)
6:00-6:30pm – Music Milestones (PreK & K) – Room 302
6:00-6:30pm – Gym time for 1st-6th graders – Gym
6:30-8:00pm – Youth Jam and Hangout – Youth Center
6:30-7:00pm – Gym time for age 3-K (bring a trusted adult with you!)
7:00-8:00pm – Joyful Song (1st-3rd grade) – Room 306
7:00-8:00pm – Wesleyan Choir (4th-6th) – Room 302
7:00-8:00pm – Adult Studies (see below)
8:00-9:00pm – The Bells of St. Paul Handbell Ensemble – Room 303
DINNER
The meal takes place at 6:00pm in McAdams Fellowship Hall. Please register by Tuesday at 1:00pm, using the form below.
ADULT opportunities
Wesley Night: Sharing Our Story on the Lenten Journey
7:00pm, McAdams Social Hall
At the heart of this semester’s Wesley Night gatherings is a simple but powerful practice: sharing our story. When we tell our stories – where we’ve been, what we’ve learned, how we’re still growing – we discover that faith is not abstract. It is lived, walked, questioned, practiced, and renewed over time.
That’s also the heart of Lent.
Lent is not about instant answers or quick fixes. It is a season of reflection, honesty, and attentiveness—a journey that invites us to notice how God has been at work in our lives and listen for how where God may be leading us next. In other words, Lent invites us to listen to our lives and to one another’s stories with greater care.
Wesley Night offers several opportunities to do just that:
January 14 & 21 – Sharing Our Story: Part Two
We continue our conversation about the faith stories that shape us.
January 28 & February 25 – Lent: Meanings and Practices
Together we’ll explore the purpose of Lent and practices that help us live the season faithfully, not as obligation but as invitation.
February 4 – Camino Stories
Sarah and Brandon Orr Aten will share about their experience walking the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage that beautifully mirrors the spiritual journey many of us recognize in our own lives.
February 11 – Writer’s Night
Denny Edge will read from his book Reflections On My Life, reminding us that putting our story into words can be a sacred act. Books will be available.
February 18, 7:00 pm – Ash Wednesday Worship
We gather to begin Lent together—marked with ashes, rooted in grace, and reminded that our stories are held by God.
February 25 – Writer’s Night
Paul Wesslund writing includes books, articles and advocacy. He will share from his favorite writings. Books will be available.
Wesley Night is not a lecture series; it’s a shared experience. Whether you come ready to speak or simply to listen, your presence matters. This season, let’s walk the Lenten journey together—one story at a time.
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
Children’s choirs for kids age 3 through 6th grade will provide kids with music training, a solid foundation to equip them to enjoy music for a lifetime, and provide them with their place in St. Paul as worship leaders. Talk to your kids about joining a choir this year. Led by Karla Temple, Associate Director of Music Ministries.
Music Milestones (Ages 3-Kindergarten) | 6:00-6:30pm | Room 302
Joyful Song Choir (1st-3rd Grade) | 7:00-7:45pm | Room 306
Wesleyan Choir (4th-6th Grade) | 7:00-8:00pm | Room 302
Gym Time
Grades 1-6 | 6:00-6:30pm | Gym
Kindergarten and younger | 6:30-7:00pm (must be accompanied by a trusted adult)
Childcare is available for ages 5 and under from 6:30-8:00 PM, as well as for grades 1-3 (Joyful Song Choir) after choir if children need to stay until 8:00 because of parents or siblings being involved in other Wesley Night Activities.
YOUTH JAM AND HANGOUT
6:30-8:00pm | Youth Center
For students in grades 7-12.