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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.

The Visioning Team wants to thank everyone who participated in our information gatherings over the last six weeks. You provided thoughtful observations and ideas. We are deeply grateful for the invaluable insights you provided us! 
 
In total, 114 individuals participated in the process! 89 individuals attended 11 focus groups. In addition, there were 25 individual conversations with online worshipers, individuals who are former worshipers and outside community members. 
 
The second phase of our process began on September 24 which will continue through November. This includes reviewing all the information collected, identify common themes, and begin developing plans to address the future of our church. In the upcoming weeks you will have opportunity to hear and react to what we discern.

11:00 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.

Are you currently NOT using giving envelopes but would like to receive them in 2025? Contact Parker Hendrix to order them. We will NOT order envelopes for you if you give online, have ACH/bank check giving, or Donor Advised Charitable/IRA giving. Thank you for helping us live our Care of Creation mission by reducing print and paper use.

Our Thrift Shop kicked off their 35th season with a delicious luncheon for their many dedicated volunteers! Over those years our thrift shop has donated over $300,000. Visit the thrift shop 10 am–3 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays or 9 am-12 pm on Saturdays. They always are looking for donations. Click here for a donation guide.

Throughout September, support The Peace & Global Witness Offering which is used to promote peacemaking efforts throughout the world. Your financial support can provide the resources needed to transform areas of desperate need into communities of peace and healing. Click here to donate