Lynn George

Westminster has opened its search for a full-time Transitional Associate Pastor for Spiritual Growth. The Transitional Associate Pastor (TAP) Search Team is listing this opening with the presbytery and surrounding presbyteries. If you know of a pastor whose gifts would enhance our ministry and spiritual growth at Westminster, please share news of this search. Full job description is here and email inquiries/applications to our TAP team.

Restorative Justice Traveling Art Exhibit

Art Exhibit:9:00 am-12:15 pm Sunday, May 19 • Spellman Hall
Partnering with Justice Restored 3.0, a collaboration between AHHAH and Chester County Futures, we will host an art exhibit which celebrates the writing and drawings of young people from inside and outside the Chester County Juvenile Detention Center. On every page their fears and hopes shout out in strong language and vibrant illustration. This is an invitation to witness and listen to the youth of our communities, finding a way to connect to their lives and needs. 

Pentecost Special Offering: This year’s recipient of Westminster’s local portion (40%) of the Pentecost Special Offering will go to Hearts Holding Hands (AHHAH). Learn more about AHHAH at our Pentecost Journey Class. Donate to our Pentecost Special Offering.

Journey Class:10:45 am Sunday, May 19 • Spellman Jr & Zoom
Jan Michner, the Founder and Executive Director of Arts and Hearts Holding Hands (AHHAH), will lead our Journey Class about her work around justice and equity for youth in under-resourced communities. You will learn about the restorative work AHHAH does in Chester County and interact with the reflections of young people in our area.

Do you have a son or daughter graduating from high school, college, or the military? Let us know so we can recognize them at the church.  Send us a picture (8×10 or 5×7 please) and a brief write up including the proud parents’ names, the grad’s full name, where they are graduating from and where they will pursue their education (college/major) or the job they will be taking on! We would also love to include if they were involved in any programs, activities, trips, or groups within the church too. Please drop off a picture (which we will return, so include your address) and write up at the church office by Friday, May 10.  Questions? Contact Susanne Perkins.

One of the many blessings of church life is fostering intergenerational relationships. Because of this we encourage you if you haven’t already done so, to get your background clearances or renew your clearances if they are out of date.

Get your clearances on your own and submit them to Jennie Moffitt: 

1. Pennsylvania Criminal History report from the Pennsylvania State Police
2. Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Certification from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
3. Sign this residency waiver stating that you have lived in the state of PA for the past 10 years.  Volunteers that have not lived in PA for the past 10 years must submit to fingerprinting. 

If navigating this process is stopping you from getting your clearances, our staff wants to help you! Our staff is reserving times in their schedules to help you through the process. Click here to reserve a time with a staff member at a convenient time for you. We offer different options between 8:30 am – 9:00 pm Sundays – Fridays. Questions? Contact Jennie Moffitt.

“Either we’re not effective budgeters or the Spirit is doing some magical things. I caution excessive optimism as we have had a record number of pledges paid in full. Our non-pledged giving is 46% ahead of First Quarter, 2023. We set an aggressive goal of $300k for the year and are already at 29% of the budget for the year. One area that has not performed is our per capita income. These are the dues our members pay to Donegal Presbytery for all the good work they and the larger church do to support our congregation. The per capita is $38 per member this year, and we’re 28% below budget YTD. Our annual revenue budget for this category is $25k, so if you haven’t already paid your share, we encourage you to help make up this shortfall.
 
While expenses have been held in check, we expect increases in the coming months for HVAC and Personnel. We must invest in a new HVAC controls system. The Personnel budget will be stressed in the second half of the year as we look to add a PT Finance Assistant, a position we held off hiring to save money. Jennie Moffitt graciously agreed to take on that role in addition to her normal duties in the front office. The office responsibilities however have increased considerably which has impacted on her ability to perform the finance office needs.” – Gerry McShane, Church Administrator
 

Did you know 1 in 3 US Moms report suffering from diaper need? Diaper need is the lack of a sufficient supply of diapers to keep an infant or toddler clean, dry and healthy. Please consider honoring a Mom you know by donating diapers & wipes during May. We will distribute diapers and wipes to seven organizations in Chester County that work with families in need of diapers. Drop off diapers and wipes in the bins throughout the church or purchased online and delivered directly to Westminster at 10 West Pleasant Grove Road, West Chester PA 19382. Questions? contact Angela Emrich.

Monday-Friday June 24 – 28 (8:00 am – 12:00 pm with optional afternoon component from 12:00 – 4:00 pm)
This summer we’re launching a new summer camp for kids, Camp Spark. We need adult and youth volunteers to help share the worship, ministry, and mission of Westminster with our community. Volunteer as your schedule and talents allow Monday-Friday, June 24-28 from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.

• Register to volunteer for Full Day Camp SPARK
• Register to volunteer for Morning Only Camp SPARK
• Register to help with Pre-K

There is a comment section for you to share your availability. All adults must have background clearances completed. We can help you get your clearances. Questions? Contact Jill Reichert. 

Want to register your child for Camp Spark? Click here for more info and registration.