Bring your lunch and join the WCC clergy team for a relaxed summer Bible study. Each week, a different member of the clergy will share one of their favorite passages, guiding the group in thoughtful conversation and discovery.

No prior Bible knowledge needed, just come with your questions and an open mind—no registration required.

Join Rev. Dan Stark and Autumn Toussaint for an introduction to Wayzata Community Church. WCC is a large congregation built on genuine connection - and that starts with getting to know you and helping you get to know us.
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Whether you're brand new or have been attending for years, come learn about ways to get involved, ask questions about membership, and connect in meaningful conversation.

Those ready to take the next step are invited to join as new members on Sunday, August 23, at the 8:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. service, where they will be welcomed by the WCC congregation.

This past spring, during our Lenten study, we explored how lament is a communal practice of sharing heartbreak. Right here in Minnesota, deep pain has occurred, and many of us carry a profound sense of loss and lingering sadness for our community.
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This summer, the Adult Faith Formation Board invites you to step into the sacred practice of neighboring by moving beyond debate and toward presence. Together, we will travel to South Minneapolis for prayer, reflection, and lament at the memorial sites of Alex Pretti and Renae Nicole Good. These spaces offer an opportunity to bear witness, honor lives lost, and pray for healing in our communities.
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Following our time at the memorials, we will gather at Mercado Central for lunch and a presentation from members of the local community who helped sustain and care for their neighbors during this difficult chapter in Minneapolis' history.
Visiting these memorials is a moving and meaningful component of this journey.

We hope you'll join us as we listen, learn, remember, and pray together. Rev. Dan Stark will lead us in guided reflection and communal lament throughout the day.
Please invite friends, family members, or anyone who may appreciate this chance for reflection and community.
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Please RSVP so we can provide an accurate lunch count to Mercado Central.
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Additional details, including parking and the day's schedule, will be distributed as they become available. Meet at Wayzata Community Church at 9:30 a.m. to carpool to South Minneapolis.

‍August is National Make-A-Will Month, making it a perfect time to think about how you can ensure your care for the people and communities you love continues.
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Join us for an informative and practical workshop on creating a will. You’ll learn why having a will matters, how it provides peace of mind for your loved ones, and simple steps to help you get started. Whether you’re creating a will for the first time or looking to update an existing one, this session offers helpful guidance in a supportive, pressure-free setting.

‍Questions? Contact Katie Adams to learn more.

WCC’s Peace and Justice group invites you to a Service of Remembrance and Hope on Thursday, August 27 in the Chapel. August 27 is the 1-year anniversary of the Annunciation School shooting. Rev. Lindy Purdy will lead us in worship as we remember the children who died, those injured, and all their families and friends who need strength and healing. We will also pray for the loved ones of the 41 Minnesota children who died by gun violence in 2025.
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From the Chapel, we will move to the labyrinth to walk the path towards hope and peace. After the Annunciation tragedy, a young boy asked that we “do something.” The school principal asked that when we pray, we move our feet. He also asked that we never forget. Please come as we move our feet and pray for God’s guidance to find common ground in efforts to eliminate gun violence in the lives of our children.

‍What do you seek? (John 1:38-39) What might it look like to notice God’s presence woven into your everyday life? We invite WCC members to explore the Contemplative Practices Program to deepen your spirituality and become more attentive to the sacred in the ordinary. As you become grounded in your inner life, you’ll begin to discern how you are called to serve in the world's healing. 

Join our informational meeting to learn how the program can help you grow. During the one-hour discussion, led by Rev. Dustin Janzen, Rev. Dan Stark, Dana Essex, and past members of the Contemplative Practices Program, they will share insights and answer your questions. To learn more, contact Dana Essex.

Wayzata Community Church began this unique opportunity for spiritual formation in 2023. We are in the third year of The Contemplative Discipleship Partnership with the University of St. Catherine, funded by a grant from the Lilly Foundation.