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Sunday, March 26, 2023 Fifth Sunday of Lent The service on Sunday, March 26 will include the Rev. Christian K. Choi's sermon titled "Believing Despite Understanding" based on Ezekiel 37:1-14 and John 11:1-45. Music will be provided by the Westminster Choir and Dale Rogers, organist. The Season of Lent
Lenten Devotional Members and friends are receiving a daily devotional via email from Former Moderator of the Presbyterian Church (USA), Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow taken from his book 40 Days, 40 Words, 40 Prayers: Lenten Reflections for Everyday Life. Additionally, each Westminster family received a Lenten Devotional Bag which includes a word for each day of Lent. Families are invited to discuss the meaning of each word as a part of a daily meal or bedtime prayer. Lenten Candle Service During Lent, Westminster’s Sunday worship services 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. 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. Click here to give to OGHS online. 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 then they will be donated to Contact Ministries. 
Holy Week
Palm Sunday, April 2 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary The Reverend Dr. Blythe D. Kieffer will preach. During the 10:00 a.m. worship service, Sunday school children and youth will lead us in the processional with palms and their One Great Hour of Sharing fish boxes. The center aisle pews will be lined with donated coats. The Westminster Children’s Choir and Choristers will sing. The Westminster Choir will sing “O Divine Redeemer” of Gounod and “Let the Same Mind Be in You” by Thomas Pavlechka. The Passion of Christ Art Display April 2-9 in Parish Hall Artwork depicting the Passion of Christ will be displayed in Parish Hall. Through the eyes of renowned artists, we will witness Christ’s entry into Jerusalem and the events of Holy Week leading to His crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension. Westminster’s Labyrinth will be displayed in Parish Hall during Holy Week for those who would like to practice this discipline of prayer. Maundy Thursday Communion Service, April 6 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary The Reverend Christian K. Choi will preach, and the Westminster Choir will sing “Lamb of God” by Twila Paris, and “He Never Said a Mumbling Word,” a spiritual with Michael Morthland, bassoon. This service will include the solemn stripping of the Chancel accompanied by the “Adagio for Strings” of Samuel Barber and the seven words of Christ. Easter Sunday, April 9 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary The Reverend Dr. Blythe D. Kieffer will preach, and the Westminster Choir will be joined by members of the Millikin Brass in Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” and “Alleluia! For Christ the Lord is Risen” of Bach and other festive music for Easter Day. The Chancel will be filled with the cross of lilies, a cherished tradition at Westminster. Easter Egg Hunt in Parish Hall follows 10:00 a.m. Worship. THE EASTER MUSIC and DECORATION FUND provide resources for seasonal guest musicians, the palms and lilies used during Holy Week, and Easter decorations. A suggested donation is $25 for each fund. For both giving opportunities, a list of donors and those whom they honor with their gift are printed in the Easter bulletin. Make checks payable to WPC or by credit card on our website with the wording for the bulletin by Palm Sunday, April 2. Click here to give to the Music and Decoration Fund online.
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Steadfast Neighbor Habitat Build
We are embarking on a new Steadfast Neighbor adventure as Westminster sponsors a Habitat for Humanity Build at 626 S. Glenwood, on the block south of the church. Thanks to our participating members for your work and your financial support.
We are embarking on a new Steadfast Neighbor adventure as Westminster sponsors a Habitat for Humanity Build at 626 S. Glenwood, on the block south of the church. Thanks to our participating members for your work and your financial support.
It is not too late to be part of the Build! Register at https://habitatsangamon.volunteerhub.com and plan to attend the Volunteer Training on Sunday, March 12, 8:45 – 9:45 p.m. in Parish Hall. Those who would like to financially support this endeavor are invited to write a check to Habitat for Humanity. Habitat’s address is 2744 S. 6th Street, 62703. You can also donate on their website at https://www.habitatsangamon.com/donate. Please designate your donation to the 2023 Steadfast Neighbor Habitat Build. The Kick-Off program will acknowledge and thank those who contribute.
Kick-Off Ceremony - Tuesday, March 21 at 5:00 p.m. in Parish Hall
The congregation is invited to join the Capler Family, Habitat staff, and members of the community as we officially kick-off our Steadfast Neighbor build. Enjoy a simple service and light refreshments following the introductions and celebration.
The Blitz Week: March 27–April 1 at 626 S. Glenwood,
Once the foundation is laid, sign-ups for the Blitz Week will be posted on the Habitat website https://habitatsangamon.volunteerhub.com. All ministry partners need to sign up for the day and time they choose to work on this website. A bag lunch will be provided each day. Now the fun begins….
Kick-Off Ceremony - Tuesday, March 21 at 5:00 p.m. in Parish Hall
The congregation is invited to join the Capler Family, Habitat staff, and members of the community as we officially kick-off our Steadfast Neighbor build. Enjoy a simple service and light refreshments following the introductions and celebration.
The Blitz Week: March 27–April 1 at 626 S. Glenwood,
Once the foundation is laid, sign-ups for the Blitz Week will be posted on the Habitat website https://habitatsangamon.volunteerhub.com. All ministry partners need to sign up for the day and time they choose to work on this website. A bag lunch will be provided each day. Now the fun begins….
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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. |
Westminster's Mission Statement
With each new day, we reaffirm our common purpose
to join in the worshipful praise of God,
to teach children, to lead and inspire the young,
and to call everyone to life-long learning in the church,
to be influential participants in society by being accountable to the Gospel,
to show the love and compassion of Jesus Christ toward each other,
and toward those who are hurting,
to be a caring community welcoming both friends and strangers
to own our Presbyterian heritage, reformed and always reforming,
to be prayerfully open to the renewing power of the Holy Spirit.
With each new day, we reaffirm our common purpose
to join in the worshipful praise of God,
to teach children, to lead and inspire the young,
and to call everyone to life-long learning in the church,
to be influential participants in society by being accountable to the Gospel,
to show the love and compassion of Jesus Christ toward each other,
and toward those who are hurting,
to be a caring community welcoming both friends and strangers
to own our Presbyterian heritage, reformed and always reforming,
to be prayerfully open to the renewing power of the Holy Spirit.
Westminster Presbyterian Church is an Earth Care Congregation of the PC (U.S.A.). Click here to read the latest Earth Care tip.
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Mission & Community Service 2022 Booklet
The total Mission Giving for 2022 is $374,027. This giving is divided among the Operating Fund, Special Offerings, Presbyterian Women, and the Support and Endowment Mission Funds. Click here to read the Mission Booklet in PDF format. |