We're watching the weather forecast and will make a decision about worship by Saturday at 3:00pm. If the decision is made to cancel Sunday's worship, watch for an email, social media post, and website for an update. If you don't hear from us or see any updates on our social media or website, then worship for Sunday will happen as planned. Stay warm and safe, everyone! |
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Zoom to Church School – Jan 23 & 30, at 9:45am
We’ll be returning to Zoom Church School for the next two Sundays, January 23 and 30! With the high Covid rates and the potential for wintry weather, Zoom is our safest and best option to be reminded of the love that we have in God and Jesus and our Family of Faith. All classes except High School are invited to join in, beginning at 9:45am. Our younger classes will be shorter, while older classes – including Confirmation – will spend more time together. The Children’s and Youth Church School leaders are planning some special gatherings for fun, check-in, and prayer. Check this chart for all the Zoom links!
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Westminster This Week – Quick Links
Worship at Westminster
Sunday, January 23, 11:00am Worship in the Sanctuary and on YouTube
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BEGINS SUNDAY: "The Pilgrim’s Compass: Finding and Following the God We Seek" Church School Elective
Sundays, 9:45-10:45am on Zoom, Led by Cherrie Barton Henry
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SUNDAY After Worship: Flower Guild Interest Meeting
Do you see the glory of God in flowers? When you see the arrangements in worship, are you reminded of God’s love and the beauty of God’s created world? If yes, the WPC Flower Guild invites you to join us as we gather to put together the Sunday morning arrangements for worship.
Get started by attending our annual meeting on Sunday after the 11:00 service in Mission Center Room 105. (NOTE: If worship is canceled on January 23, this meeting will be held on Sunday, January 30, at the same time and location.) Here you will learn about scheduling and signing up to help and will get an overview of how the Flower Guild operates. No flower-arranging experience is needed! We learn from each other and find this to be a relaxing mission that serves God and the church. It’s also a good way to develop friendship and comradery among church members.
If you like what you hear at the January meeting, then come on Sunday, February 13 to participate in “Flower Arranging 101,” a how-to workshop led by Marty Warburton on the basics of flower arranging. Mark your calendars for these dates and please consider joining the Flower Guild. To sign up or learn more, please contact Bonnie Derr.
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Children's Winter Coat Drive
The Local Missions Committee is organizing a coat drive for Hope Valley Elementary School. They need a range of sizes – here are the specific needs:
- Two girl’s jackets, size 5 (kindergarten)
- One boy’s jacket, size 5 (kindergarten)
- One girl’s jacket size 6 (1st grade)
- Three boy’s jackets, size 6 (1st grade)
- One girl’s jacket, size 7 (second grade)
- One girl’s jacket, size 8 (3rd grade)
- Two boy’s jackets, size 8 (3rd grade)
- A handful of boy’s or girl’s jackets to fit a 4th or 5th grader will also be helpful.
Please bring any gently used or new coats to the green donations bin in the Mission Center reception area. You can drop off your donation during church office hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm, and Friday, 9:00am-1:00pm. Please contact Carolyn Davidson (919-614-6223) or Don Hertzog with any questions. Thanks for your support of our neighborhood students!
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Take the Challenge: MLK Month of Service!
Serving others is an essential component of a Christian life well-lived and an important part of who we are at WPC. But Covid means greater risk for our usual MLK activities of large group projects and sharing a meal indoors. So instead of a single day of service to honor Martin Luther King Jr., the Local Missions Committee has proposed a Month of Service in honor of MLK.
On any day in January, do at least one three-hour project in service to others. Here are some ideas:
- Provide for the needs of someone who can’t – yard work, transportation, cleaning, etc.
- Organize a service project for the kids.
- Serve at established organizations, such as Meals on Wheels, Food Bank, local schools, etc.
- Visit homebound folks or spend interpersonal time with others in need.
- Do a needed project around the church campus.
Maybe consider doing something new or different. Afterwards, Local Missions would like you to record your service on this Google form. At the end of the month, we’ll celebrate together all the good work that has been done and the many ways our congregation cares for others in our community.
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Spring Women's Retreat, March 11 - 13 at Holden Beach
Some say hospitality is a special gift that some people have and some don't. But God's love for us is the greatest example of genuine hospitality. At the Spring Women’s Retreat, you’re invited to experience hospitality to God, from God, to ourselves, and to each other.
The Women’s Spring Retreat program will be held March 11-13 at Southern Charm House at Holden Beach and led by Margaret-Jean Junkin (M-J). M-J is a graduate of HeartPaths DFW spiritual direction program in Dallas, Texas, holds a master's in Christian education, and is a certified spiritual director in Frisco, Texas. M-J has a passion for listening to faith stories, noticing our encounters with God, and being an advocate as we journey through this thing called "life."
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Baptism: A Sacraments Study for Families
Sunday, February 20, 9:45-10:45am
Children in 1st - 4th grades, along with their parent(s) or a caring adult, are invited to explore this significant milestone together through caring conversations, Scripture, and ritual. Each household will take home their very own Blessing Bowl. Please contact Marietta to save your spot.
In the meantime, Marietta invites you and your family to watch Jesus is Baptized, a brief worship gathering led by Ms. Jenna, Christian Educator at First Presbyterian in Stillwater, in preparation for next month's Baptism workshop.
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Helping Others, Honoring the Rev. Paul Ransford (1942-2021)
Wildfires, tornadoes, storms, floods….The headlines tell of nature’s fury and our hearts go out to those affected. Paul Ransford, our beloved “Disaster Pastor,” did more than read the headlines; he grabbed his chain saw and tool-belt and headed out to help. He also organized groups to go out and help with him. The Deacons’ Global Missions Committee invites you to join with Paul’s daughters who have suggested that memorials for Paul be sent to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA), the arm of our denomination that seeks to respond long-term to those caught in disasters. Visit the PDA website to make a general or designated donation. PDA’s website also gives you an idea of just how extensive church relief efforts are both across the US and around the globe. There are also opportunities to volunteer if you want to emulate Paul as well as honor him.
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A Note from the Finance Office on 2021 Contribution Statements
Contribution statements for 2021 were sent out on Thursday, January 13. Please check your email or your mailbox for your statement, and let Sharon know if you didn’t receive it. Please keep in mind that the email version of the statements only stays online for 45 days, so you’ll want to print it out for your taxes soon. Thanks for your support of WPC!
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