Current Sermon Series
October 2020
This October, we’ll be celebrating a church-wide stewardship program called “Enough: Discovering Joy Through Generosity and Simplicity.” Over a four-week period we’ll “rediscover the Bible’s wisdom when it comes to prudent financial practices. In these pages are found the keys to experiencing contentment, overcoming fear, and discovering joy through simplicity and generosity. This book could change your life, by changing your relationship with money.” (www.adamhamilton.com)
The four-week series will include:
· Weekly Sunday school lessons, as well as, recordings of the lessons posted to our website and social media exploring themes from the Enough series.
Adult Sunday School Classes at 10 a.m. located in the Social Hall on October 4, 11, 18, and 25. Lessons are taught by Tammy McKibben, Linda Ralston, Beth Teachey, and Sue Wright. T
· Sunday services with Pastor April’s message focused on embracing opportunities to exercise simplicity and generosity.
October 4 - Outside Worship at 11:00 a.m.
Enough to Love; When Dreams become Nightmares - Deuteronomy 6:1-5
October 11 - Outside Worship at 11:00 a.m.
Enough to Give; Wisdom and Finance - Mark 12:41-44
October 18 - Outside Worship at 11:00 a.m.
Enough to Know; Cultivating Contentment - Philippians 4:10-13
October 25 - Worship Inside Sanctuary at 11:00 a.m.
Enough to Live; Defined by Generosity - Proverbs 11:24-25
· Download the estimate of giving card if you would like to submit your pledge on paper, however you have the option to submit your annual estimate of giving through your Realm account. Please let us know if you have any questions about Realm.
· We are excited to be able to offer Mini-Grant opportunities once again. Download the mission grant flyer for more information.
Mark your calendars now and plan on joining us as you are able.
In Christ,
Westminster’s Commitment Ministry
Ed Crawford, Curtis Foltz (Elder), Ed Glover (Co-Pilot), Kaitlin Steck (Co-Pilot), and Rev. April Cranford
November 2020
Advent 2020
Unwrapping the Names of Jesus
Which name of Jesus are you clinging to these days? Is Jesus your Rock, Wonderful Counselor, Fountain, or Prince of Peace?
May the various names of Christ expand our vocabulary in worship and deepen our faith in Him. Learn more about the various names of Christ by reading one of the following adventdevotionals; Unwrapping the Names of Jesus by Asheritah Ciuciu, Names for the Messiah by Walter Brueggemann, and Advent and Christmas Wisdom from Henri J. M. Nouwen.
Sunday, November 28: Revelation 1:8 & 21:6-7, Alpha and Omega
Sunday, December 5: Isaiah 9:2-7, Wonderful Counselor
Sunday, December 12: John 1:1-5, and 14, Word
Sunday, December 19: Matthew 1:18-25, Emmanuel
Friday, Christmas Eve: Luke 2:1-20, Savior
Sunday, December 26: Lessons and Carols Recorded Service
Sunday, January 2: John 8:12, Light of the World
Sunday January 9: Matthew 2:1-12, King
Advent calendar paper chains are available across from the chapel at the new welcome center. Each chain link has a different name of Christ with a scripture reference. Join the Advent Name Challenge! Each day read the name of Christ printed on the chain link and implement that particular name for Christ in your prayers and conversations with friends and family.
1. Advocate
2. Alpha and Omega
3. Bread of Life
4. Bridegroom
5. Bright Morning Star
6. Carpenter
7. Cornerstone
8. Fountain
9. Gate
10. God’s Beloved Son
11. High Priest
12. I AM
13. Immanuel
14. King
15. Lamb of God
16. Life
17. Light of the world
18. Lord of all
19. Messiah, the Christ
20. Our Passover
21. Physician
22. Prince of Peace
23. Prophet
24. Rabbi
25. Redeemer
26. Reflection of God
27. Resurrection and the Life
28. Rock
29. Savior
30. Servant
31. Shepherd, Good Shepherd
32. Teacher
33. True Vine
34. Who is, who was, who is to come
35. Word
Winter 2021 Finding God and Community in the Ordinary
Since many of us remain apart from friends, family, and church family, the winter worship series encourages us to observe how ordinary items remind us of God's abiding presence and how these common items connect us to community.
To enhance the worship series, we are seeking individuals to create visuals in the sanctuary of the ordinary items each week along with individuals to write faith stories of personal reflection in relation to the ordinary item. Contact Pastor April if you would like to share your gifts in faith and time in these creative ways.
May we, the body of Christ, find God in the ordinary and thus allow the Spirit to connect us together as the community of faith in mysterious and holy ways.
-January 10 - Water, Mark 1:9-11
-January 17 - Messy House, Luke 17:11-19
-January 24 - Phone, Matthew 26:36-46
-January 31 - Bench, Psalm 36:5-9
-February 7 - Bread, John 6:35-40
-February 14 - Book, TBD
Lent 2021 Tunnel Series
noon and 6 p.m. - Tunnel Vision, Luke 4:1-12
• February 21 - Fear in the Tunnel,
John 14:25-27
• February 28 - Uncertainty in the Tunnel,
Mark 9:14-29
• March 7 - Determination in the Tunnel,
Matthew 18:21-22
• March 14 - Darkness in the Tunnel,
John 11:1-44
• March 21 - Surrender in the Tunnel,
Luke 9:1-6
• March 28 - Celebration in the Tunnel,
John 12:12-19
• Maundy Thursday, April 1 at 7 p.m. -
Tunnel of Love, John 13:1-20, 31-35
• Easter, April 4 - Light at the End of the Tunnel,
Matthew 28:1-10
Spring 2021 Mountaintop Moments
Spring 2021 Mountaintop Moments
Summer 2021 Sacred Travels
Summer Worship
Before leaving on a trip, we often pray for travel mercies. Also, we hear people say, “safe travels.” What if our travels could be both safe and sacred? This summer, include on your packing list virtues such as love, faith, and generosity. While on vacation, unpack these virtues, worship at a church, and serve in the community. Throughout the summer, worship with Westminster at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary or online. The Westminster Church family prays for all of your summer travels to be both safe and sacred.
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June 13- Travel with Rebekah in Generosity, Genesis 24
Music coordinated by Pat Cuomo
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June 20- Travel with Jethro in Wisdom, Exodus 18
Music coordinated by Bettie Tindall
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June 27- Travel with Ruth in Patient Love, Ruth 1
Music coordinated by Pat Cuomo
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July 4-Travel with Samuel in Sacrifice, 1 Samuel 16:1-13
Music coordinated by Bettie Tindall
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July 11- Travel with Esther in Courage, Esther 4-
Music coordinated by Bettie Tindall
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July 18 - Travel with Micah in Mission, Micah 6:6-8
Guest preacher, Cindy Corell, PC(USA), Mission Co-Worker in Haiti (Mission Sunday)
Music coordinated by Bettie Tindall & Pat Cuomo
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July 25 - Travel with Martha in Attentiveness, Luke 10:38-42
Music coordinated by Pat Cuomo
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August 1 - Travel with Nicodemus in Curiosity, John 3:1-21
Music coordinated by Bettie Tindall
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August 8 - Travel with Jesus in Faith, Mark 11:20-25
Music coordinated by Pat Cuomo
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
The Fearfully and Wonderfully Made worship series will affirm our unique design by God and help us understand our distinctive qualities through scripture, personality frameworks, learning styles, and spiritual gifts. Each week, online tests and quizzes will be available in preparation for services. As we worship, may we grow together and transform our lives for God's glory at church, work, home, and in community.
August 15
Scripture: Psalm 139
Sermon: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
Resource: Reading People; How Seeing the World through the Lens of Personality Changes Everything by Anne Bogel
August 22
Scripture: Bible Verses for Nine Enneagram Types
Sermon: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made to See
Resource: The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery
by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile
August 29 - Family Fun Weekend
Outside Worship at 10:00 a.m.
September 5
Scripture: Romans 12:3-8
Sermon. Fearfully and Wonderfully Made to Work
Resource: Knowing Me, Knowing God: Exploring Your Spirituality with Myers-Briggs
by Malcom Goldsmith
September 12
Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7
Sermon: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made to Learn
September 19
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11
Sermon: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made to Serve
Resource: Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts: Building Up the Body of Christ Through the Gifts of the Spirit by Charles V. Bryant
September 26
Scripture: John 13:34-35
Sermon: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made to Love
Resource: The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
Dream Big
“He [God] made us with eternity in mind, but also for tomorrow and the next day and the next, filled with touching lives with incredible intentionality.” Dream Big, by Bob Goff
October Worship Series: Dream Big
October 3: Dream with Clarity, Luke 18:35-45
October 10: Dreams that Soar, Matthew 6:19-21
October 17: Dream Seeds, Galatians 6:7-10
October 24: Dream Delays, Psalm 40:1-5
October 31: Land the Dream, Matthew 20:20-28
Dream Speakers in Worship
Have you and God been dreaming lately?
If so, share a past, present, or future dream in worship during the October worship series. Contact Pastor April for available dates.
Dream Big Small Group Study
Are you ready to rediscover your God-given dreams?
God has given you many gifts, talents, abilities... and dreams. Unfortunately, many of us have put those dreams on hold or have been told that pursuing those dreams is impractical, incorrect, or impossible. In this five-session study with author Bob Goff, you'll start to shake free of this mindset and step into the version of your life you always dreamed about. Drawing on principles from the Bible and stories of people of great faith, you will learn to step out of your comfort zone, take big risks and have the confidence that God will be there with you on the journey.
Join us for the Dream Big Small Group Study on Wednesday nights or Sunday Mornings
WOW (Westminster on Wednesdays)
9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, & 10/27 Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Location - Loomis Room
Sunday School Mornings
10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 Sundays from 9:30 -10:30 a.m., Location - Loomis Room
Dream Big Grants
Does your dream need financial support?
Submit your dream request to the Commitment Ministry for a mini-grant.
Mini-grants support members and friends of Westminster to serve God and love neighbors in the community. Email your dream request to Curtis Foltz, Commitment Elder, at curtisfoltz@ntelos.net.
November Empathy Series
Join us on Wednesdays nights during the WOW programming or Sunday mornings during Sunday school as we explore empathy through scripture, story, and documentaries. On Sunday mornings, worship services will focus on empathy through scripture, story and music.
· Bible Study on Wednesday, Nov. 3 from 6-7:00 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 7 from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Empathy Series: Practicing Gratitude,1 Thessalonians 5:15-18, Led by Tammy McKibben in the Loomis room
· Worship on Sunday, November 7
Empathy Series: Paying Attention, Philippians 2:4 - Worship at 10:30 a.m in the Sanctuary and Online
· Bible Study on Wednesday, Nov. 10 from 6-7:00 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 14 from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Empathy Series: Being Brave and Vulnerable, John 11:35, Led by Rebecca Rider in the Loomis room
· Worship on Sunday, November 14
Empathy Series: Making Connections, Hebrew 13:2 - Worship at 10:30 a.m in the Sanctuary and Online
· Bible Study on Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 6-7:00 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 21 from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Empathy Series: Cultivating Generosity, 2 Corinthians 8:13-15, Led by Kathy Baker in the Loomis room
· Worship on November 21
Empathy Series: Amplifying Others, Philippians 2:3 - Worship at 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary and Online