Month: October 2024

If you or someone you know is experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, health issues, separation, or loneliness, Westminster’s trained Stephen Ministers are ready to offer support via telephone calls, virtual technology, or one-on-one, in-person visits.  If life feels out of control, you may find it beneficial to speak and pray with a Stephen Minister.  We are here for you, and you do not have to walk alone.  If you are interested in learning more about the Christ-centered, compassionate care available through Westminster’s Stephen Ministry program, contact Ann Hatfield.

Help us to provide warmth this coming winter season by donating new single, double or queen-sized warm winter blankets, with a heavier emphasis on singles and doubles. The Blanket Drive will run throughout the month of October. There are bins set up in Café 10 West for donations. You can also mail blankets directly to the church.

Westminster joins the PCUSA in responding to those impacted by Hurricanes over the last few weeks. The impact of Helene & Milton is felt across multiple states, with devastating storm damage in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is in communication with affected presbyteries to share information and coordinate resources as wind and flooding damage is assessed. PDA deployed a National Response Team to several local presbyteries to respond to needs in their communities. Along with your prayers, your generous financial gifts will bring hope, help, and encouragement. Click here to support the PDA’s efforts or make checks payable to Westminster Presbyterian Church, designating “Hurricane Relief” in the memo line. We will forward the collected funds to PDA. For updates on the response efforts click here.

Sunday Worship, October 20 • Brunch in Spellman after Worship

What is God calling you to do? This question illuminates a new perspective on financial generosity, one of growing spiritually in our relationship with God. Join us on Sunday, October 20 for Consecration Sunday, when Rev. Dr. Glen Bell will share his talents with us as he preaches. With over 30 years of experience as a pastor at PCUSA churches across the country, Glen currently serves as Senior Vice President at the Presbyterian Foundation. We ask for your discernment as an act of worship when you answer what God is calling you to do to support Westminster’s mission of Knowing Christ and Making Christ Known with your financial commitment.  Immediately following both worship services enjoy a Celebration Brunch. RSVP to let us know which brunch you’ll attend.

Donegal Presbytery’s Racial Justice Task Group is hosting a new book discussion on racial healing over Zoom. Join others in learning more about challenging privilege, confronting systemic racism, and engaging in collective healing. Interested in learning more about this opportunity? Contact Ann Hatfield. The date and time determined will be based on participants’ schedules.

Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida on September 26 as a very dangerous category 4 hurricane. The impact of Helene has been felt across multiple states, with devastating storm damage in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is in communication with affected presbyteries to share information and coordinate resources as wind and flooding damage is assessed. PDA deployed a National Response Team to several local presbyteries to respond to needs in their communities. Along with your prayers, your generous financial gifts will bring hope, help, and encouragement. Click here to support the PDA’s efforts or make checks payable to Westminster Presbyterian Church, designating “Hurricane Helene” in the memo line. We will forward the collected funds to PDA. For updates on the response efforts click here.