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Paul Newhall Retirement Party

Great retirement party for Rev. Paul Newhall at the WIU Wesley Foundation. (6/28/26). We are so thankful for all that Paul has done to revitalized the foundation and serve the students. We encourage you to write a note to Paul (and the main assistant, Tess) and drop it by the Foundation.

Wed., June 17 meal move to JUNE 18.

Due to the weather, Pastor Paul has moved the Wed. meal to Thursday, June 18. 6 pm dinner and at 7 pm Tami’s leading her Table for Worship.

New Mothers’ Group

Wesley Foundation’s Mothers’ Group hold meetings on Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 in the Wesley United Methodist Church nursery. Meetings will typically include unstructured playtime, a children’s activity, a parent activity or discussion, and snacks. For the most current information and updates, follow us on Facebook.

Director Search – We are seeking the next Director of the WIU Wesley Foundation

Paul Newhall is retiring July 1, 2026. The Wesley Foundation at Western IL University (The Foundation) has an opening this summer for the director position.  Part-time (20-30 hours weekly) person to continue our ministries. Click here for the full job description and how to apply.  Click here for the job posting/description at igrc.org.

Meals will be Sundays and Wednesdays this Summer

Starting in June (2026) we will have our regular meals and worship at the Foundation on Sundays and Wednesdays (instead of Sundays and Tuesdays). Join us for food, fellowship, and worship. The meal starts at 6:30 pm. The worship starts around 7:30 pm. More info and pictures here.

BREAKFAST FOR FINALS

 Breakfast for Finals at Wesley Foundation  Monday –Thursday  7:15 AM – 10:00 AM  1325 W University Dr, Macomb, IL 61455  Finals Meals at Catholic Newman Center  Monday –Thursday  4:00 PM – 6:00 PM  1401 W University Dr, Macomb, IL 61455  Finals Week Support in Macomb  Need a place to recharge during finals week? Local campus …

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