Absolutely everyone is welcome. We don’t assume you to be Christian; we only hope to be Christian towards you.

This Sunday in worship: ‘Nothing to Fear?’

December 8, 2013: The second Sunday of Advent, with a sermon on Luke 2:14–20.

Music: At 8:30a, Andrew Wilkinson on the classical recorder and Janlee Richter on harpsichord. At 11:00a, the Cantus, Cherub, and Carol choirs will sing, and the Chapel Ringers will ring handbells.

Education: ‘The Prince of Peace in a violent world,’ an exploration of how nativity stories talk about the reality of the world and the promise of the Messiah.

Full worship schedule

Christmas concert

Join us this Sunday, December 8, at 7:00p in the sanctuary for Westminster’s annual Christmas concert. The Sanctuary Choir, Kirk Singers, and orchestra will perform selections from Handel’s Messiah and African-American spirituals, together with our new harpsichord, as well as a sing-along of traditional carols by the congregation. A freewill offering will be collected, and nursery care will be provided.

Sign up to be a greeter!

Greeters are the front door of our church on Sunday mornings. Becoming a greeter is easy, and it’s a great way to see old friends, meet new people, and be the first friendly face people see as they come to worship on Sunday mornings! Sign up online or contact Susan Jennings at susanj@westminstergr.org or 616-717-5542.

Submit your pledge online

In our season of stewardship, we’re asking, “Why do we give?” Westminster members Quan and Gaëtan Gerville-Réache answered it well: “We find peace in knowing that our treasures will serve as a vessel for Christ’s love by keeping Westminster’s welcome alive. Let us use our financial offerings to further our church’s gifts.”

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A core part of Grand Rapids for 152 years

Our church has been part of Grand Rapids since 1861. Over those 152 years, we’ve built a summer camp, a senior care facility, low-income housing, a community food pantry, a downtown childcare facility, and more. We’re committed to serving Grand Rapids and loving our neighbors.

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Camp Henry 2014 registration

Ward off winter’s approach with warm thoughts of summer at Camp Henry. Register by December 6, 2013, to save $40 for week long camps or $20 for day or mini camps. (Westminster members save an additional $40 for week-long camps or $20 for day or mini camps.) Even if you’re unsure of your summer schedule, register anyway to take advantage of this significant discount! See the 2014 camp schedule.