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Worship at Westminster

Worship at Westminster Presbyterian Church is the heart of our congregation's life together. We hold two worship services each Sunday at 8:30-9:15 a.m. and 10:00-11:00 a.m. During the summer months, we offer a third "blended" worship service on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. Our ministers present biblically based, intelligent, and challenging sermons for a warm, friendly congregation while retaining the messages to our daily lives. Westminster also has a long history of an excellent music ministry. There are many opportunities for participation for members of all ages.

We follow a reformed order of worship, with central attention given to the Word. Our service reflects three emphases: preparing for the Word, listening to the Word, and responding to the Word.

The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper is generally celebrated on the second Sunday of the month. All who are baptized and affirm the Lordship of Christ are welcome to join in this sacrament. The elements are served to the congregation in the pews at the 10:00 a.m. service. At 8:30 a.m., communion is served by intinction, and worshippers come forward to receive the elements from clergy and elders.

If you would like information about participating more fully in the life of the Church or have other questions about Westminster, please call the Church office at 217-522-4415.

Worship Service Schedule

Sunday
8:30 a.m.
The early service is held in Parish Hall and lasts about 45 minutes. This is a more reflective service in which the congregation looks out over a garden and music is provided by a pianist and instrumental or vocal soloists.
Sunday
10:00 a.m.

This service is held in the sanctuary and lasts an hour. Music is led by the newly-renovated organ and adult choir.
Large-print bulletins are available from the Deacons at each door. Pocket-sized amplifiers are available for the hearing-impaired at the sanctuary entrances. Our facilities are ADA (handicapped) accessible. Signing during the service and home delivery of audio copies of the service are available.

Communion if offered on the second Sunday of each month at both 8:30 and 10:00 a.m. services. All who are baptized and affirm the Lordship of Christ are welcome to join in this sacrament. Childcare is available for infants and toddlers at all service.

Saturday
5:30 p.m.
A worship service in a casual setting is held June through August in Parish Hall. This blended service offers more contemporary music and encourages participation by members of all ages. Communion is served by intinction weekly.