Faith Journey Together
Relationship is the heart of our life together as a faith community. Whatever you need now in your faith, we hope visitors, members, and friends of WPC will find many entry points to engage. May the Spirit guide you in whatever aspect of faith is right for you now and next. Perhaps it’s learning about God, theology, or what you believe. There are many ways to follow Christ together.
Westminster Presbyterian Adult (WPA) Ministry
Interested in getting involved somewhere?
In addition to our current faith formation offerings, we value the connection and formation that comes through participating in a group—you are welcome to join! Our groups for adults include a broad range, from book groups delving into conversations about faith; spiritual formation groups growing together in Bible, theology, prayer, and sharing our faith experiences; small groups for women we call “circles”; and other opportunities for fellowship and service.
We invite you to peruse these opportunities for community and to respond with an email if you have any questions or interest.
Get Involved with a Group or Circle!
Description: A diverse group of all ages and life stages who meet to discuss contemporary spiritual books (1-2 chapters per week) over a cup of coffee.
Meeting Day/Time: Weekly on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m.
For more information, Contact the Saturday Morning Book Group.
Description: A group that reads across a wide variety of genres, including poetry and plays. They enjoy fellowship and lively discussion together. New readers are always welcome.
Meeting Day/Time: First Sunday of each month at 4 p.m., September through May (excluding December)
For more information, Contact the Fiction Book Group.
Description: Groups that form and journey with one another over periods of time. They meet to discuss their faith and spiritual practices, and have a place to share their spiritual questions and insights. Groups develop shared trust with one another and may or may not have room to welcome in new members.
If you are interested in joining a new or ongoing spiritual formation group, Contact Jen about Spiritual Formation Groups.
Description: A facilitated group that meets periodically and listens to each other’s life experiences and what these may mean within the framework provided by each of their understandings of God. They listen carefully to each other, without judgment, using imagery rather than instruction or critique in responding. Their aim is to make themselves available for a deeper understanding of the Spirit’s movement in their lives. The underlying question is always “How can I better know God’s dream for me?”
For more information, Contact Jen about the Holy Listening Group.
Description: Through the Kaufman Interfaith Institute we are connected with other faith communities to build relationships and learn alongside one another.
If you would like to know more about opportunities and become involved with our cohort of Temple Emanuel, Masjid At-Tawheed, and Trinity Lutheran Church, Contact Jen about the Interfaith group.
Description: Groups that form throughout the year to study a particular section of scripture or to gather around a topic or book. Anyone is welcome to join whether they are newly exploring what God’s word means in their life or whether they’ve been studying scripture for years.
If you have a suggestion, or if you would be interested in either leading or joining, Contact Jen about Bible Study Groups.
Description: Groups that are formed and facilitated as interest or need arises since WPC understands that there is no straight path through grief and that individuals are ready for support at different points.
If you are interested in finding support and walking through grief with others from WPC, Contact Jen about Grief Groups.
Description: A women’s group that meets for Bible study, book study, and fellowship.
Meeting Day/Time: Third Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m., September through May
If you are interested in participating, Contact the Elisabeth Circle.
Description: A women’s group studying books that encourage spiritual growth. This group celebrated its 40th year in 2021 with a few of the original members still participating. This longevity comes from the wonderful discussions and friendships that continue to grow.
Meeting Day/Time: Weekly on Thursdays from 1-2:30 p.m. in the fall and spring
If you are interested in participating, Contact the Mary Martha Circle.
Description: A women’s group that shares in study and discussion and also joins in prayer and offering care to one another. They typically follow the Presbyterian Horizons Bible Study materials which are published by Presbyterian women.
Meeting Day/Time: Fourth Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m., September through May
If you are interested in participating, Contact the Evergreen Circle.
Description: Sews quilts and gifts them to Food Pantry clients, Porter Hills residents, and those with health issues while enjoying the conversation and friendship that forms while working together.
Meeting Day/Time: Weekly on Mondays from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., from after Labor Day until before Memorial Day
For more information, Contact the Quilters Group.
Description: A co-ed softball team often organized in the spring and summer to participate in a local recreational league. All levels of play are welcome; this team is about fellowship and fun.
If you are interested in participating, Contact Jen about the Softball Team.
Description: A small board gaming group that meets once a month after church to hang out, play board games, and eat pizza! EVERYONE is welcome-ALL ages and gaming experience!
Meeting Day/Time: First Sunday of each month at 4 p.m.
If you are interested in participating, Contact the Game On [Sunday] Group.
Description: A community for post-college young adults at Westminster that meets monthly at varying locations for drinks, participates in the Game On [Sunday] board game group, and has other organized activities such as Friendsgiving and Habitat for Humanity volunteer day.
Meeting Day/Time: Once per month for Pub night with other meetings in between as scheduled
If you are interested in participating, Contact Kat Jonker, Minister for Youth & Young Adults.
Join a Committee!
Description: Meets the third Thursday of each month. Creates spaces and opportunities where adults can grow, expand, and nurture their faith journeys. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Plans and facilitates events including greeting people, introducing speakers, decorating for events, or leading a book discussion
Passions/Gifts: Curiosity, creativity, intellectual inquiry, a sense of wonder, wisdom, hospitality, relationship building
Description: Meets every other month. Organizes ways to support, encourage, and educate parents and children together, attempting to build a loving intergenerational church family and to have fun. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Plans and engages in a monthly parent/children social hour, periodic intergenerational events, an annual Westminster camp, and bringing baby baskets to families with new babies
Passions/Gifts: Hospitality, kindness, teaching
Description: Meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6-7 p.m. Identifies the church’s priorities for communication, connecting Westminster’s theological commitments to the current needs of the congregation and community as well as provides insight into whether Westminster’s communications reflect its people, its beliefs, and its role in the broader community. For more information, email us!
Passions/Gifts: Listening, clear communication, creativity, creative thinking, recognizing and championing the voices of the quiet and disenfranchised
Description: For more information, email us!
Description: Meets the fourth Monday of each month. Supports the congregation in working out its commitment to justice and reconciliation in the world through organizing, advocacy, education, and nurturing public relationships for the common good. For more information, email us!
Passions/Gifts: Passion for justice, building relationships within our congregation, making connections outside our congregation, and energizing others to join in projects and activities.
Description: Meets once per month. Focuses on both existing members and outreach to the community and is in the process of redefining the committee and the goals/objectives they wish to achieve. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Gets together over a meal once or twice a year
Passions/Gifts: Developing and building a strong community within and outside of the church
Description: Meets the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Carries out the Matthew 25 work of the church both locally and globally. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Sometimes committee members visit organizations on their own
Passions/Gifts: Time, talent, treasure, testimony
Description: Meets the first Monday of each month from 6-7 p.m. (except summer). Supports the music ministry by brainstorming ideas to promoting participation, assisting with special music programs, and addressing any issues that impact the music ministry. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Assists at concerts (setup, ushering, reception), writes thank-you notes to soloists and special music participants, and organizes choir robes at the beginning and end of each choral session
Passions/Gifts: Interest/passion for the music ministry at WPC
Description: Meets once per month. Prayerfully identifies and calls new church leadership. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Makes invitational calls to nominees
Passions/Gifts: Discernment, openness, fellowship, ability to recognize gifts in others
Description: Meets the last Tuesday of each month during the day. Encourages members to grow in faith through giving of their time, talents, and financial gifts. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Writes thank-you cards
Passions/Gifts: Gratitude, Cultivating relationships
Description: Meets quarterly and/or as needed. Plans monthly events for WPA which is a fellowship ministry with and for adults 55+ in the congregation who may or may not be retired. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Assists with Heritage Sunday, communion at Porter Hills, YAA (Youth and Adults) events, the setup for monthly events, and sending birthday cards/making phone calls to those 55+.
Passions/Gifts: Encouragement, administration, hospitality, counsel, wisdom
Description: Meets once per month. Supports ministerial, preaching, music, and other staff, including guest preachers. Strategizes and innovates non-traditional worship experiences that enhance congregational engagement. Assists in planning and coordinating details of Sunday worship services. Recruits and arranges for Communion servers when needed, supports the lead usher, and works with the acolytes. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Setup and maintain the Sanctuary, especially for services such as Christmas and Easter
Passions/Gifts: Service, welcoming
Connect with a Core Mission!
Camp Henry
Camp Henry has offered summer camp experiences for children and youth for over eighty years. Open year-round, Camp Henry also hosts retreats, local school groups, and more!
Description: Has several committees: Board of Directors, Facilities Committee, and various Fundraising/Events Committees. For more information, email us!
Westminster Child Development Center
The WCDC has offered high-quality childcare for over fifty years for infants through school-aged children. Fees based on income enable the WCDC to serve households of all income levels.
Description: Meets six times a year on the third Monday from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the following months: February, March, May, September, October, and November. For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Participating in sub-committees and fundraising events
Passions/Gifts: Teaching, community, service, discernment
Downtown Food Pantry
The pantry serves pre-packaged food to families in need in the downtown area. The pantry needs volunteers when it is open on Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Indicate interest here!
Description: An ecumenical board of members from five downtown churches (Westminster Presbyterian Church, First United Methodist, La Grave CRC, St. Andrews Cathedral, Fountain Street Church) that support the Downtown Food Pantry both financially and with food donations. Meets four times a year (Nov, Jan, April, July). For more information, email us!
Other Responsibilities/Activities: Plans/participates in annual fundraiser event
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