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Upcoming Sunday Worship Schedule
- May 19
One service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary
Featuring Mozart's Coronation Mass, presented by our Westminster Choir, soloists, and orchestra.
- May 26
One service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary
- Beginning June 2 (summer schedule)
Service in Rodney Chapel at 8:15 a.m.
Service in the sanctuary at 10:00 a.m.
For a full schedule of all events and programs for children, youth, and adults on Sunday mornings and throughout the week, please check our up-to-date calendar at calendar.wpc.org.
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The Spirit of Compassion: Interfaith Program at
Jesus House
Sunday, May 19, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. at Jesus House
(2501 Milltown Road, Wilmington, DE)
People can become more isolated, even aggressive, during divisive times. This can happen in a family, a nation, or the world. Although being compassionate is difficult in polarizing times, it can blossom even in harsh circumstances. Dr. Jones and two other clergy will share how their spiritual traditions can help us be compassionate in tough situations. There will be an opportunity for small group discussions. The event will conclude with a panel discussion among the three speakers.
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Sanctuary Flowers
Dates available in May, June and July
Consider giving the flowers for Sunday worship to remember or honor loved ones or to celebrate an event, while expressing praise and thanksgiving to God. Please contact Linda Watson during business hours at (302) 571-6719 or
lwatson@ycst.com. Dates available are May 26; June 30; and July 21 and 28.
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Annual Recognition of 2019 Graduates
Deadline: June 1, 2019
Westminster Church will acknowledge 2019 high school and post high school graduates in the July/August issue of our newsletter,
The Westminster Chimes. Please send information to
susanwilliamson@comcast.net by June 1, 2019. Use "Graduation" for the subject line and include the graduate's full name, parent name(s), school, degree, any additional information.
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Thursday Evening Adult Ed: Gnostic Gospels
Thursday, June 6, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
in Rodney Chapel
The Gnostic Gospels and the Gospel of Thomas with Alan Fox, University of Delaware Professor Philosophy and Religion. The "Gnostic" Gospels are a collection of non-canonical texts, which - like the canonical Gospels of Mark, Matthew, Luke, and John - are narratives testifying to the Messiah-ship of Jesus. We will consider the reasoning behind the early Church's decision to include the familiar four and exclude the rest. We will contextualize the texts by establishing the history and significance of Gnosticism as it existed before and after the rise of Christianity. Free admission; good will offering applied towards speaker honorarium. For more information and to register, visit
www.cil-de.org.
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Vacation Bible School at WPC:
"To Mars and Beyond!"
July 22-26, 2019
VBS is fast approaching! We have just a few open spots for adult teachers and teen helpers. If you would like to join us for a fun-filled week of Bible stories, arts and crafts, music, snacks, and games, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Robin Rosser at
rlrosser@outlook.com. PLEASE NOTE: There will be just ONE decorating day on July 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Even if you cannot volunteer for the entire week, we would still appreciate your help transforming Grace Hall into a cosmic space station.
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Featured Photo
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Westminster member Judy Stoddard leads our Godly Play program on May 5 for children in kindergarten through second grade.
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Open Position Available at Westminster
Please visit our home page at
www.wpc.org and follow the link to the position description for a
Children and Youth Music Director. Pass the information to anyone you know who may be interested in this special opportunity. The search committee for Children and Youth Music Director includes Chelsea Collins (convener), Emily Crawford, Paul Fleckenstein, Sandie Reinicker, Jen Van Zanten, Susan Williamson, and Helen Zumsteg.
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Westminster Event Challenges the Community (with Video!)
On April 27, our sanctuary was the site of an event that promises to move our community forward in the cause of criminal justice reform. In their introductory remarks, Greg Jones and Delaware Coalition for Smart Justice campaign manager Erica Marshall made a compelling case for the moral, political and economic imperatives involved. Game Changer Xavier Broomer shared his personal experiences with the system. And keynote speaker Adam Foss electrified the crowd with his vision for a better justice system, challenging us: in 50 years, how will you respond when people ask "what did
you do?" A
YouTube video of the event is now available. It is well worth watching!
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Calling for Reception Area Volunteers
Would you like to spend 2-3 hours a week (morning OR afternoon) at Westminster getting to know our amazing church staff -
while they work? Enjoy the comings and goings of these dedicated people as you support them, especially Susan Alexander (Reception Area Supervisor) at the front desk. While Susan is at lunch or attending staff meetings, you'll answer phones, buzz in visitors, and help with small/necessary tasks. You do not need experience. You will receive all the training you need from friendly folks! If this volunteer opportunity sounds like the right match for you, please contact Susan (302-654-5214 ext. 100 or
susanalexander@wpc.org) or Colleen Falasco (
cfalasco@wpc.org).
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Member Deaths - Those Who Have Joined the Church Triumphant
Please remember in prayer those who are grieving the loss of their loved one.
- William A. Marsh (obituary)
April 27, 1957 - April 21, 2019
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Photo Prayer
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The
Westminster Weekly Word features a new Photo Prayer once a month. You may browse all Photo Prayers by Danny Schweers at any time by visiting
www.photoprayer.com.
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Welcome to the Westminster Weekly Word!
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www.wpc.org/communications
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