October 31, 2019 Friends and fellow disciples, Last Sunday was a wonderful day of celebration! The music was amazing, and it was deeply moving to see everyone come forward to respond to God’s call to live and give generously and dedicate our 2020 pledge commitments to God. If you haven’t already, please make your 2020 Commitment - Estimate of Giving today. Choose the manner most convenient for you, and know that every response counts. Pick up a 2020 Commitment Card from the pew pad or Narthex on Sunday morning, fill it out, and place it in the offering plate. Mail or bring your Commitment Card to the church office. Make your 2020 Commitment online via myWPC. Email your 2020 Commitment details to Sharon Morgan, Business Manager, at sharon@wpcdurham.org. Aslo, Sharon will be in the Parlor on Sunday morning to answer any questions (9:30-11:00am and 12:00-12:30pm). This Sunday promises to be just as, if not even more exciting! We’ll have our first Mission Day with Pastor Leon Dorleans of Haiti Outreach Ministries, All Saints’ Day, Communion, our Westminster Ringers, Ekklesia, and more. Read on for all the details. See you there!

Sunday is Mission Day! We’re excited to welcome Pastor Leon Dorleans, founding director of Haiti Outreach Ministries , as our special guest for Westminster’s first Mission Day. Pastor Leon will speak with our middle and high school youth and adult during the Church School hour, and he will preach at both worship services. Church School children’s classes will be learning about life in Haiti and the work of our medical and educational teams. It will be a meaningful day for all ages, so be sure to take part! Here’s the schedule for day: 8:30am Worship featuring music from the Westminster Ringers and sermon by Pastor Leon - Sanctuary 9:45am Church School Mission Day Activities Youth and Adult Church School with Pastor Leon - Music Room Mission Day Activities for Elementary Church School Classes Kids 4yrs-2nd grade will meet in 3rd/4th grade classroom Kids in 3rd-6th grades will meet in Room 204  11:00am Worship featuring music from the Westminster Ringers and sermon by Pastor Leon - Sanctuary

Worship at Ekklesia   Sunday, November 3, 4:00pm, Music Room Ekklesia blends contemporary and traditional elements of worship to create a place of celebration and welcome, where all ages can worship together. On Sunday afternoon we will observe the Feast Day of All Saints, remembering in a new, reflective way those who have died. Come and join the community for worship and reflection.

Holiday Tips for Family Caregivers Wednesday, November 6, 6:30pm The holidays are fast approaching, a time many of us feel pressure – even more so for those of us caring for loved ones with health and/or memory changes. Join us as WPC members Susan Chesser, a registered nurse and health educator, and Kim Lamon-Loperfido, a social worker specializing in aging transitions and a certified dementia care partner, share strategies for family caregivers to help make the holidays the best they can be. Please call the church office by Monday to sign up.  Contact : Susan Chesser

Men’s Fellowship at Hi-Wire Brewing Thursday, November 7, 8:00pm After a long hiatus, our men's gathering at local breweries is making a comeback! We’ll meet up at Hi-Wire Brewing in downtown Durham (800 Taylor St) for a super-informal time of fellowship and libations. Come as you are, join us for part or for all, but most importantly, join us!  Contact : Forest Perry

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