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Forgive me if I’ve tread this ground before, as it has become a foundational thought in both my life and faith, one that I return to often. Abram’s call, found in the 12th chapter of Genesis, begins with the line “Go to the land that I will show you.” When we think of Abram’s (later named Abraham) faith, we most commonly think of his willingness to sacrifice his son, Isaac. It occurs to me, however, …
JUNE SERIES June 6, 13, 20, 27 Misconceptions about the Old Testament The Rev. Dr. Jo Forrest Over four sessions we will address often unspoken mistruths that Christians may hold about the Old Testament – from obsolescence, wrath, spiritual relevance, to the presence of grace. These ancient books possess indispensable ideas to shape our contemporary lives. JULY SERIES July 11, 18, 25 Sponsored b…
Have you read a good book lately? Are you in need of a spiritual uplift or want to explore what role faith plays in racial justice? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, the church library has a special invitation for you! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, books recommended by members of our congregation on these topics will be available in the church library. The Adult Spiritual…
Wednesday mornings June 30 – July 21 10:00 a.m. North Courtyard Stop by this summer for a great book discussion on Messy Spirituality by Mike Yaconelli. “Messy Spirituality was written for the silent majority of us who have been convinced that we just don’t do Christianity right. Mike Yaconelli dares to suggest that imperfection and messiness are, in fact, the earmarks of true Christianity, and glori…
Hawassa Hope – Ethiopia Becky Weber, Elder and Outreach Liaison for Hawassa Hope Our Westminster Outreach Commission looks to find partners both locally and abroad who are engaged and successful in their mission to help others in God’s name. Hawassa Hope is a small but mighty U.S. based mission partner that works in the Sidama region in southern Ethiopia. Hawassa Hope’s ultimate goal is to come to th…
Save the Date! Westminster Deacons Giving Gala Returns Valley Brook Country Club Saturday October 2, 2021 5:30-10:00 p.m. Join us for a fun evening of fellowship and friendship as we support South Hills Interfaith Movement "Neighbors helping neighbors." Hope to see you there!
Thirty Minutes of Exceptional Organ Music Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. June 17 – July 22 In Person and Livestream Free admission Plan now to take a refreshing musical break on Thursday afternoons at five o’clock. Westminster Organ Summer returns for its 11th season beginning June 17. This year, enjoy the free 30-minute concerts either in person in Westminster’s sanctuary or livestream on our YouTube chann…
A favorite week at Westminster Church is the week of Barefoot School, or Vacation Bible School. For the past 46 years the staff and members of Westminster Church have offered a thrilling week for kids of all ages! Last year due to COVID a modified backyard version of Vacation Bible School was offered in people’s homes. Now we are ready to return with tons of fun and excitement. Kelly Ralston and B…
