Westminster Presbyterian Church
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Sunday, February 8, 2026
Communion Sunday
Mission Sunday
Souper Bowl of Caring
Please join us on Sunday, February 8, 2026 for Communion Sunday. We will also highlight Westminster mission during the service. This is the ninth Mission Sunday which began in 2016. A booklet including a comprehensive list of the 2025 mission supported by Westminster and the members of the committees who serve will be distributed. Immediately following the service, help us tackle hunger in Springfield by placing your donation in the large soup pots held by our youth following worship for our Souper Bowl of Caring collection.
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Funeral Service for
Dr. Diane K. Rutledge Saturday, February 14 at 11:00 a.m. |
Diane Kay Rutledge, born on December 8, 1950, of Springfield, IL, passed away on February 3, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with ALS. The family will host funeral services at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut St. Springfield, IL at 11:00 AM, on Saturday, February 14, 2026. There will be no visitation, and the family will hold a private inurnment prior to the service. Coffee and fellowship will be held after the service in Parish Hall for friends and family. The service may be viewed online here. The bulletin will be available online Saturday February 14, 2026, prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to
the Les Turner ALS Foundation, 5550 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie, IL 60077,
lesturnerals.org
the Les Turner ALS Foundation, 5550 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie, IL 60077,
lesturnerals.org
Join Westminster this Lent for a new Sermon series:
What Do You Mean By That? Unpacking the Vocabulary of Faith
The language we use at church to explain our faith can feel confusing — or even intimidating. Words like fasting, temptation, sin, repentance, salvation, and sanctification are used in our prayers and hymns, but what do they really mean? During Lent, we’ll take a closer look at these key words of faith, exploring their theological roots, their relevance for our lives today, and how understanding them more deeply can transform the way we follow Jesus. Whether you’ve heard these words all your life or are encountering them for the first time, we’ll unpack what they mean and discover how God’s truth works through them in practical, life-giving ways this Lent. Let’s answer the question together, what do you mean by that?
Ash Wednesday, February 18
Theme: What Do You Mean By That? Sermon One, Fasting
5:30 p.m. All Church Dinner in Parish Hall
6:30 p.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
We begin our Lenten Journey with dinner followed by a family centered worship service including:
Liturgy and music presented by Bridges children and Children’s Choir
Meditation by Rev. Bishop
The Imposition of Ashes
Holy Communion by Intinction
Beatitudes: Lent at Home Study
Each week our entire church family will receive a card and/or email with a devotional around the Beatitudes from Matthew 5. The devotional card will have a scripture, artwork, reflection questions and a prayer. There is also an invitation for creative art practice. Our Beatitudes Lent At Home Study is for all ages and all definitions of family. A card will be available each week next to bulletins on Sundays as well as through the weekly email. To download the entire set now, follow this link: Beatitudes: Lent at Home Study.
Lenten Candle Service
During Lent, Westminster’s Sunday worship service will begin with a Lenten Candle Service woven into the Call to Worship. Rather than light a candle each Sunday as we do in Advent, a candle will be extinguished each Sunday of Lent leading to Easter to commemorate Christ’s journey to the cross. The symbolism of these liturgies will add meaning to our worship as we prepare for Holy Week and Easter.
Lenten Giving
The One Great Hour of Sharing denominational offering will be received during Lent. This is an opportunity to provide relief to those affected by natural disasters, provide food to the hungry, and empower the poor and oppressed.
A Lenten Coat Drive will collect coats in the West Narthex. These coats will line the center pews of our Sanctuary on Palm Sunday and be donated to Contact Ministries.
What Do You Mean By That? Unpacking the Vocabulary of Faith
The language we use at church to explain our faith can feel confusing — or even intimidating. Words like fasting, temptation, sin, repentance, salvation, and sanctification are used in our prayers and hymns, but what do they really mean? During Lent, we’ll take a closer look at these key words of faith, exploring their theological roots, their relevance for our lives today, and how understanding them more deeply can transform the way we follow Jesus. Whether you’ve heard these words all your life or are encountering them for the first time, we’ll unpack what they mean and discover how God’s truth works through them in practical, life-giving ways this Lent. Let’s answer the question together, what do you mean by that?
Ash Wednesday, February 18
Theme: What Do You Mean By That? Sermon One, Fasting
5:30 p.m. All Church Dinner in Parish Hall
6:30 p.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
We begin our Lenten Journey with dinner followed by a family centered worship service including:
Liturgy and music presented by Bridges children and Children’s Choir
Meditation by Rev. Bishop
The Imposition of Ashes
Holy Communion by Intinction
Beatitudes: Lent at Home Study
Each week our entire church family will receive a card and/or email with a devotional around the Beatitudes from Matthew 5. The devotional card will have a scripture, artwork, reflection questions and a prayer. There is also an invitation for creative art practice. Our Beatitudes Lent At Home Study is for all ages and all definitions of family. A card will be available each week next to bulletins on Sundays as well as through the weekly email. To download the entire set now, follow this link: Beatitudes: Lent at Home Study.
Lenten Candle Service
During Lent, Westminster’s Sunday worship service will begin with a Lenten Candle Service woven into the Call to Worship. Rather than light a candle each Sunday as we do in Advent, a candle will be extinguished each Sunday of Lent leading to Easter to commemorate Christ’s journey to the cross. The symbolism of these liturgies will add meaning to our worship as we prepare for Holy Week and Easter.
Lenten Giving
The One Great Hour of Sharing denominational offering will be received during Lent. This is an opportunity to provide relief to those affected by natural disasters, provide food to the hungry, and empower the poor and oppressed.
A Lenten Coat Drive will collect coats in the West Narthex. These coats will line the center pews of our Sanctuary on Palm Sunday and be donated to Contact Ministries.
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Mission & Community Service 2024 Booklet
The total Mission Giving for 2024 is $392,280. This giving is divided among the Operating Fund, Special Offerings, Presbyterian Women, and the Support and Endowment Mission Funds. Click here to read the 2024 Mission Booklet in PDF format. Click Here to Update your contact information.
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Hunger Ministries at Westminster
Click Here for information on our Hunger Ministries.
Click Here to sign-up on for the Little Pantry, Helping Hands,
and for Give-a-Meal-a-Month for Central IL Foodbank.
Click Here for information on our Hunger Ministries.
Click Here to sign-up on for the Little Pantry, Helping Hands,
and for Give-a-Meal-a-Month for Central IL Foodbank.
Westminster Presbyterian Church is an Earth Care Congregation of the PC (U.S.A.).
Click here to see a live-time dashboard showing electricity generated daily from Westminster's solar panels. |
Westminster Presbyterian Church is a Matthew 25 Congregation of the PC (U.S.A.).
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Westminster Presbyterian Church is a Hunger Action Congregation of the PC (U.S.A.). Click here to read about how Westminster helps to fight hunger.
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