This is the first of an intermittent series entitled Both Sides Now that seeks to diagnose the reasons for and the means of overcoming the political, economic, and social divides in the United States. This session will recount the theories of commentators on the seriousness of the divide and the consequences of not overcoming it. It will also survey suggestions made by a number of commentators for how to overcome those divides, both personally and as a society. Hosted by Westminster’s Peace & Justice Work Group.

All Westminster members and friends are invited to celebrate and honor Suzie Hurlock on the occasion of her retirement from the church. Suzie has been a mainstay of Westminster’s administrative staff for 29+ years. Following 9 a.m. worship on January 15, we will gather in Walton Community Hall to recognize Suzie’s long and distinguished service. Please join us for cake, festivities, and remembrances of Suzie’s countless contributions to our congregation as we extend our best wishes for her well-deserved retirement!

Are you familiar with the Book of Micah? Come this Sunday to hear Rabbi Krantz during the 10:TEN hour in Classroom 6. Learn more about what is required of us as human beings who live in community with neighbors.

As we continue to explore the role of I-95 in this community, Dr. David, an architect and environmental planner, will give a presentation of the history of the planning, development, and impact of Interstate 95 in the City of Wilmington. Using archival research and interviews with former residents of the Jackson-Adams and Maryland Avenue neighborhoods, this presentation will tell the story of the policymaking that led to the current location of Interstate 95, and the people and places impacted along the way. In particular, the notable architecture, businesses and cultural institutions, and community life of neighborhoods that were uprooted to make way for the Interstate. Hosted by Westminster’s Peace & Justice Work Group.

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. Flower donations are available in February.

Thank you! Gracias! Chjonte! During our recent Chicken Project campaign, we received funds for 2,240 chickens! This means that 112 indigenous women will each receive a set of 20 chicks, feed, and training in 2023. The women are using their profits to cover household expenses and send their children to school. Several women even kept a chicken so they could have traditional tamales on Christmas Day! Watch this video for a personal message from one of the participants who just loves her fat and healthy chickens! To learn more about this project, visit ncpguatemala.com.

The January/February 2023 issue of our newsletter, the Westminster Chimes, starts off the new year with some exciting news about renewable energy, an inspiring message from Greg Jones, what it means to be a Matthew 25 Church, updates from our mission partners, upcoming concerts and special events, and more. Happy New Year!

Don’t we all want to live vibrant, meaningful lives?

We know that making a contribution to the well-being of others makes us feel good. For many years our congregation has supported organizations that feed the homeless and the food insecure. That is one way we contribute. Many find meaning in making contributions to the great variety of missions we support at WPC. Whether it’s clothing, gloves, food, chickens, goats, time, or money, making a contribution helps us live better lives.