Lynn George
50th Anniversary Organ Concert on Saturday
November 7, 20244:00 pm Saturday, November 9 • Sanctuary
Tim Evers and Kirsten Santos Rutschman will perform a concert in honor of the 50th anniversary of Westminster’s organ. Consisting of 3 manuals, 41 ranks and 2,358 pipes, the organ was initially installed in the old church and was moved here in 1993. The program includes works by Bach and his contemporaries through composers alive today. Highlights include a rarely heard chorale written by Samuel Barber specifically for Westminster (have you ever noticed the copy of the score hanging in the hallway near the main office?), as well as a duet for four hands and four feet. We will take a free-will offering to benefit the Music Ministry and a reception will follow the concert.
Help Decorate our WPC Family Christmas Tree
November 7, 2024This year we’re designating the Christmas tree in Spellman Jr as our family tree. During our November 17 gratitude vesper service at 5:00 pm we will bless the tree. Afterwords and throughout the Advent season, bring in an ornament that you have made, purchased, or brought from home and add it to the tree. There will be hanging labels to add to the ornament if you’d like to label them. Questions? Contact Gail Lee.
Join the Racial Healing Book Study
November 7, 20243:30 pm First & Third Monday of the Month starting November 18 • Spellman Jr & Zoom
Donegal Presbytery’s Racial Justice Task Group is hosting a new book discussion on racial healing. 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.
Sign Up for Dinner for 8’s Spring Sessions!
November 14, 2024Dinner for 8 is an opportunity to join a small group of eight people (couples and singles – all are welcome!) to gather for good food, great conversation, and Christian fellowship by rotating dinner at a different household or restaurant each month. The spring session will run from January through May. Email Scott & Erin Lockledge by December 20 if you would like to participate. They will send the spring schedule to participants by January 4.
Be a Candle Lighter in Worship this Advent!
November 14, 2024We are looking for advent candle lighters during worship on Sundays in Advent and on Christmas Eve. You can do this as an individual, family or with a friend – the possibilities are plentiful! You will be provided with the instructions ahead of time as well as any readings if there are any, though it may simply be lighting the candle for that particular Sunday. Click here to sign up. Questions? Contact Pastor Jon.
Order Your Christmas Concert Tickets Now!
November 15, 2024“Illuminate those in darkness… and direct our footpath in the way of peace.” – Canticle of Zechariah (Luke 1:68-79)
These words used in Elaine Hagenberg’s Illuminare inspire the selections in this year’s Christmas concerts. Illuminare features themes of Splendor, Glory, Love, Night, Peace & Light. This work is wrapped with familiar carols like Silent Night, The First Noel, Lo’ How a Rose E’er Blooming & Joy to the World as well as carol settings by John Rutter, Gustav Holst & Ryan Murphy.
Come hear our 100 Voice Concert Choir with chamber orchestra and handbells as they present their 34th Annual Christmas Concerts.
Concerts last about one hour. Tickets are free but are required to avoid overcrowding. This year ticket requests will be online only. There is a limit of 6 tickets per reservation. A $25 donation per ticket is suggested. If groups are interested in more than 6 tickets, please contact the church office. Unused tickets will be released 15 minutes before the program begins.
Click here to order your tickets!
Christmas Concert Schedule:
2:00 & 5:00 pm Saturday, December 14
3:00 & 6:00 pm Sunday, December 15
Unable to attend? You can enjoy the concert by watching the live stream concert at 3 pm on Sunday, December 15. Childcare is available at the afternoon concerts by reservation. Contact Mary Maina at to reserve space for your child(ren)
We’re Grateful for You!
November 21, 2024As we head into Thanksgiving week we want to take a moment to thank you for your gifts to Westminster. Your time and talents as well as your financial gifts make Westminster’s life thrive. We’re grateful for the 358 households who committed $1,570,152 as a promise for Westminster’s future in 2025. If you have not done so already, there is still time fill out an Estimate of Giving card. We challenge you to work toward a tithe (10% of your income). Thank you for your support of Westminster’s mission and ministry in 2025. Questions? Contact Sandy Kurek.
Support Westminster in 2025
November 14, 2024We’re grateful for the 343 households who committed $1,513,448 as a promise for Westminster’s future in 2025. You can still fill out an Estimate of Giving card to support our mission and ministry in 2025.
Be a Candle Lighter in Worship this Advent!
November 21, 2024We need advent candle lighters during Sunday worship in Advent and on Christmas Eve. You can do this as an individual, family or with a friend – the possibilities are plentiful! You will be provided with the instructions ahead of time as well as any readings if there are any, though it may simply be lighting the candle for that particular Sunday. Click here to sign up. Questions? Contact Pastor Jon.
Christmas Shopping for a Cause
September 19, 202411:00 am – 3:00 pm Saturday, October 5 • Spellman Hall
Come out to this charitable fundraiser supporting St. Jude’s Hospital featuring 20+ artists and crafters. Items you might find include: original paintings, original quilting, cross stitched pictures and stockings, quilts, knitted and crocheted items, smocked and hand crafted Christmas balls, Christmas decorations, hand-sewn Winnie the Pooh characters, as well as leather and wood products. 100% of your purchase donations will go to St. Jude. Cash and checks only.