Westminster
Weekly Update
Faith Formation Celebration
Join us in The Commons this Sunday, May 20, from 9:00 - 9:50 a.m., for our end of the year Faith Formation Celebration. There will be a bouncy house and other fun activities!
Senior High Recognition Sunday
Also, join us during worship this Sunday, as we honor our graduating Senior High Students.
Read "Seasons of Life"
For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven : -Ecclesiastes 3:1­

The key to a contented life is recognizing the season we are in and embracing the good in each season and being willing to give up what a particular season does not offer......
Worshipr
Sunday, May 20

  • Senior High Recognition Sunday
  • Pastor Scott will preach "I Can't Wait!"
  • Scripture readings will be Romans 8:22-27 & Acts 2:1-21

Announcements and Events
God's Garden Work Day
Our next work day for God's Garden will be this Saturday,
May 19, from 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Bring your gloves and a water bottle for this work day.
Faith Formation Teacher & Volunteer Appreciation Event
Faith Formation teachers and volunteers are invited to Simmerman Lounge on Sunday, May 20 from 9:00 - 9:50 a.m. for an appreciation event.

VBS Volunteers
To make VBS the very best experience, we need your help.
We are in need of a number of volunteers to lead groups and activities during VBS week, to prepare props...
May Messenger
Stop by the office or Welcome Center to pick up a copy of our latest  Messenger . Click below to view this issue (and past issues) online. 
Bus Drivers Needed
Westminster Church is in need of volunteers to add to our bus driver rotation that picks up members for Sunday worship. A C.D.L. license is not required. To sign up, please contact Susan.
Pride Parade Walkers
You are invited to walk with us
in the Pride Parade on Sunday, June 10!  Walking in the parade is a great way for Westminster to display its commitment to being an inclusive church!  
VBS 2018: Register Today!
VBS will be held July 16-20 & 22, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to noon; and Sunday, during worship.
Preschool Summer Camps
Register today for Preschool Summer Camps: Fine Arts, Nature Explorers, World Travelers and Kids in the Kitchen.
Personal Notes
Hospitalized or in Health Care Centers

  • Glen Hollister, Wesley Acres
  • Arlette Hollister, Wesley Acres
  • Tom Newell, Methodist
  • Marsha Freeman, Mercy
  • Virginia White, Fountain West
  • Marcy Nelson, Calvin Healthcare
Congratulations

  • to Christopher Bash and Alexandra Westercamp on the birth of their daughter Ava Mae Bash born Friday, May 4.

Thank You

Thank you to everyone who helped with last week's blood drive. We had:
  • 20 registered to donate
  • 2 were first time donors!!
  • 16 units of blood collected!
  • Up to 48 lives saved or sustained!
Westminster Calendar

Click  HERE  to see what's happening at Westminster 
this week and in the weeks to come!
 
To schedule a meeting or event, please   Contact Joan.
Group Information
Westminster is a fairly large church with nearly 1100 members. Small groups help bring the church down to a manageable size. We have numerous groups that bring together folks with similar interests. 

If you have any updates to this list, or questions about any of these groups, please contact Joan at 274-1534.
The Gay-Lesbian-Straight Affirmation Group's next meeting is May 20 at 9:30 a.m. in The Chapel. All are welcome. Click here to learn more.
Restaurant Group 2 meets the third Saturday of the month.
Their next gathering will be on May 19 at 5:15 p.m.at the Club Car, 13435 University Ave., in Clive.
Presbyterian Women: Eve Circle meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m., in Simmerman Lounge. Their next meeting is May 22.
Stitchin’ Time will meet Thursday, May 24, at 1:00 p.m. in Hope Alcove. Bring your knitting, crocheting or sewing, and
join us!
Afternoon Bridge has moved to their summer schedule. They will meet Thursday, May 24, at 1:00 p.m. in Simmerman Lounge. R.S.V.P. to 274-1534 if you'd like to join in!
Restaurant Group 1 meets the First Saturday of the month.
Their next meeting is June 2 at Nick's Restaurant on 7769 University at 5:15 p.m.
Book Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Simmerman Lounge. The next meeting is June 6. June's book is “Beautiful Ruins.”  Click here for more information.
Pizza Lover's Group meets the second Tuesday of the month.
Their next meeting is June 12 at Godfather's on University.
Men's Group meets each Wednesday for breakfast at 
6:30 a.m., at the Waveland Cafe.  During the summer they will meet the third Wednesday of the month for dinner at the Windsor Heights Hy-Vee.
The next meeting is May 16 at 5:30 p.m.
Men’s Basketball meets every Monday at 6:30 p.m. in The Commons.   They will not meet Monday, May 28 because of the Memorial Day Holiday.
Westminster Presbyterian Church
4114 Allison Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
515-274-1534 www.westpres.org