WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• January 1 First after Christmas Luke 2:22-40 - Rev. Szemok preaching
• January 8 Baptism of Jesus; Mark 1: 4-11 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 15 Second after Epiphany; John 1:43-51 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 22 Third after Epiphany; 1 Corinthians 7: 29-31 - Rev. Christie preaching
• January 29 Fourth after Epiphany; 1 Corinthians 7: 29-31 - Rev. Christie preaching
• February 5 Fifth after Epiphany Holy Communion (pews); Mark 1:29-39 - Rev. Campbell preaching

Monday &Tuesday
December 26 Building Closed
December 27 Building Closed
Thursday
December 29 Wedding Rehearsal 2 pm, Sanctuary
December 29 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Saturday
December 31 Hope and Peace Concert
Sunday
January 1 Wedding 1 pm, Sanctuary
Monday
January 2 Building Closed
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Monday
December 12 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
December 12 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Tuesday
December 13 Beavers & Cubs 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
December 13 Church Board Meeting 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
December 14 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
December 14 Outreach Committee 7:30 pm, Library
Thursday
December 15 Wpg Mennonite School Rhsl - Concert 7pm
December 15 Wolseley Judo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
December 15 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
December 16 Choir Practise 7:00 pm, Lecture Hall
Sunday
December 18 Blue Christmas Service 4 pm, Sanctuary

WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• December 18 Fourth in Advent Carol Sing at 10:15, Luke 1:26-38 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• December 18 Blue Christmas Service at 4:00 pm
• December 24 Christmas Eve Family Service at 7:00 pm; Don Menzies’ Organ Recital of Carols at 10:30 pm; Choral Candlelight Service at 11:00 pm
• December 25 Christmas Sacrament of Baptism, John 1:1-14 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 1 First after Christmas Luke 2:22-40 - Rev. Szemok preaching
• January 8 Baptism of Jesus; Mark 1: 4-11 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 15 Second after Epiphany; John 1:43-51 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 22 Third after Epiphany; 1 Corinthians 7: 29-31 - Rev. Christie preaching

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WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• December 11 Third in Advent Presentation of White Gifts, Isaiah 61:1-4 - Rev. Szemok preaching
• December 18 Fourth in Advent Carol Sing at 10:15, Luke 1:26-38 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• December 18 Blue Christmas Service at 4:00 pm
• December 24 Christmas Eve Family Service at 7:00 pm; Don Menzies’ Organ Recital of Carols at 10:30 pm; Choral Candlelight Service at 11:00 pm
• December 25 Christmas Sacrament of Baptism, John 1:1-14 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 1 First after Christmas Luke 2:22-40 - Rev. Szemok preaching

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
December 5 Westgate Collegiate Concert 7 pm, Sanctuary
Tuesday
December 6 Beavers, Cubs, 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
December 6 Nominating Committee 4:30 pm, Library
December 6 Busy People Bible Study 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
December 7 Board Executive Meeting 4:30 pm, Library
December 7 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
December 7 Worship Committee 7 pm, Chapel
Thursday
December 8 Membership & Pastoral Care 10 am, Chapel
December 8 Wolseley Judo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
December 8 Choir Practise 6:30 pm, Lecture Hall
December 8 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
December 9 Ministry & Personnel 1 pm, Library
December 9 Pembina Trails Voices Rhsl 4 pm ,Sanctuary
December 9 Daycare Santa Party 5:30 pm, Gym
Saturday
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WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• December 4 Second in Advent Sacrament of Communion (pews), Mark 1:1-8 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• December 11 Third in Advent Presentation of White Gifts, Isaiah 61:1-4 - Rev. Szemok preaching
• December 18 Fourth in Advent Carol Sing at 10:15, Luke 1:26-38 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• December 18 Blue Christmas Service at 4:00 pm
• December 24 Christmas Eve Family Service at 7:00 pm; Don Menzies’ Organ Recital of Carols at 10:30 pm; Choral Candlelight Service at 11:00 pm
• December 25 Christmas Sacrament of Baptism, John 1:1-14 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 1 First after Christmas Luke 2:22-40 - Rev. Szemok preaching

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
November 28 Aileen Fred Funeral 7 pm, Sanctuary
Tuesday
November 29 Beavers, Cubs, 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Wednesday
November 30 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
December 1 Quilting Group 1 - 4 pm, Library
December 1 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
December 1 Choir Practise 6:30 pm, Sanctuary
December 1 Women of Note Rehearsal 7pm, Sanctuary
December 1 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
December 2 Kid’s Christmas Sale set up 2 pm, Lecture Hall
December 2 U of M Singers Rehearsal 5 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
December 3 Kid’s Christmas Sale 11 am - 2 pm
December 3 U of M Singers Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Sunday
December 4 Stewardship Campaign after worship
December 4 Women of Note Concert 3 pm, Sanctuary Read More...

WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• November 27 First in Advent “Maybe the Mayans Were on to Something” - Rev. Dr. Christie preaching
• December 4 Second in Advent Sacrament of Communion (pews), Mark 1:1-8 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• December 11 Third in Advent Presentation of White Gifts, Isaiah 61:1-4 - Rev. Szemok preaching
• December 18 Fourth in Advent Carol Sing at 10:15, Luke 1:26-38 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• December 18 Blue Christmas Service at 4:00 pm
• December 24 Christmas Eve Family Service at 7:00 pm; Don Menzies’ Organ Recital of Carols at 10:30 pm; Choral Candlelight Service at 11:00 pm
• December 25 Christmas Sacrament of Baptism, John 1:1-14 - Rev. Campbell preaching
• January 1 First after Christmas Luke 2:22-40 - Rev. Szemok preaching

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
November 21 Westminster Foundation 9:30 am, Library
November 21 MCO Rehearsal 1:30 - 4 pm, Sanctuary
November 21 CBC–set up for recording MCO concert, Library
November 21 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Tuesday
November 22 MCO Rehearsal 9 am - 4 pm, Sanctuary
November 22 Beavers, Cubs, 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
November 22 The Forks Public Open House 7- 9 pm, Lecture
November 22 Busy People Bible Study 7 pm, Chapel
Wednesday
November 23 MCO Dress Rehearsal 8:30 am, Sanctuary
November 23 MCO Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
November 24 Quilting Group 1 - 4 pm, Library
November 24 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
November 24 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
November 24 Brydges Property Mgmt. AGM 7 pm, Concert H.
November 24 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Sunday
November 27 Stewardship Campaign after worship
November 27 Advent Festival 12 - 2 pm, Concert Hall
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WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• November 20 Stewardship Sunday Rev. Campbell preaching
• November 27 First in Advent “Maybe the Mayans Were on to Something” - Rev. Dr. Christie preaching

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
November 14 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
November 14 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
November 14 Organ Series Meeting 7 pm, Chapel
Tuesday
November 15 Beavers, Cubs, 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
November 15 Canzona Rehearsal 7- 10 pm, Sanctuary
November 15 Church Board Meeting 7:30 pm, Library
Wednesday
November 16 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
November 17 Quilting Group 1 - 4 pm, Library
November 17 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
November 17 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
November 17 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
November 18 Canzona Rehearsal 7 - 10 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
November 19 UNPAC – Workshop 8:30 am - 5 pm Library
November 19 Project Peacemakers Annual Toy Inspection, 9 am - 2 pm, Concert Hall
November 19 Canzona Rehearsal 10 am - 1 pm, Sanctuary
Sunday
November 20 Stewardship Campaign after worship
November 20 Canzona Concert 7 pm, Sanctuary
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
November 7 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
November 7 JNAC Committee 7 pm, Library
Tuesday
November 8 Bible Study for Busy People 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
November 9 Westminster Daycare Board Mtg 9 am, LH
November 9 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
November 9 Beavers, Cubs, 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
November 9 Outreach Committee 7:30 pm, Chapel
Thursday
November 10 Membership & Pastoral Care 10 am, Chapel
November 10 Quilting Group 1 - 4 pm, Library
November 10 Board Executive Mtg 4:30 pm, Library
November 10 Wedding Rehearsal 6 pm, Sanctuary
November 10 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
November 10 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
November 10 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Saturday
November 12 Wedding 4 pm, Sanctuary
Sunday
November 13 Reader’s meeting after worship Sanctuary

WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• November 13 Remembrance Sunday 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom” - Rev. Szemok
• November 20 Stewardship Sunday Rev. Campbell preaching
• November 27 First in Advent “Maybe the Mayans Were on to Something” - Rev. Dr. Christie preaching

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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
October 30 MCO Rehearsal, 10 am - 9:30 pm, Sanctuary
October 30 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Tuesday
November 1 MCO Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Wednesday
November 2 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
November 2 Worship Committee 7 pm, Chapel
Thursday
November 3 Quilting Group 1 - 4 pm, Library
November 3 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
November 3 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
November 3 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Saturday
November 5 Wedding 1 pm, Sanctuary
November 5 Fall Feast 6 pm, Lecture Hall

WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• November 6 Romans 8:26-39 - Rev. Campbell
• November 13 Remembrance Sunday 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom” - Rev. Szemok
• November 20 Stewardship Sunday Rev. Campbell preaching
• November 27 First in Advent Rev. Dr. Christie preaching

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TODAY
Organ Series Concert tonight at 7:30. – see last page for Concert details.

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
October 24 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Tuesday
October 25 Beavers, Cubs, 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
October 25 Busy People Bible Study 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
October 26 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
October 27 Quilting Group 1 - 4 pm, Library
October 27 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
October 27 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
October 27 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Saturday
October 29 First Aid Course 9 am - 5 pm, Library
Sunday
October 30 Baptism during worship, Sanctuary
October 30 MCO set up and Choral Rehearsal, Sanctuary

WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• October 30 Romans 7: 15-25a “Paul Says We Have to Keep the Prayer of Confession” - Rev. Campbell
• November 6 Romans 8:26-39 - Rev. Campbell
• November 13 Remembrance Sunday 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom” - Rev. Szemok

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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
October 17 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Tuesday
October 18 Beavers, Cubs, 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
October 18 Church Board 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
October 19 St. Mary’s Road UC Retreat 9 am - 4 pm, Chapel
October 19 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
October 20 Membership & Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
October 20 Quilting Group 1 - 4 pm, Library
October 20 Wedding Rehearsal 6 pm, Sanctuary
October 20 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
October 20 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
October 20 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
October 21 Organ Series rehearsal, Sanctuary
Saturday
October 22 Organ Series rehearsal, Sanctuary
October 22 Wedding 1 pm, Sanctuary
Sunday
October 23 Organ Series Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary

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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
October 10 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
October 10 Wpg Singers Rehearsal 7-10 pm, Sanctuary
Tuesday
October 11 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
October 11 Beaver, Cub and Scout Registration 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Wednesday
October 12 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
October 12 Wpg Singers Rehearsal 7-10 pm, Sanctuary
October 12 Outreach Committee 7:30 pm, Library
Thursday
October 13 Membership & Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
October 13 Quilting Group 1-4 pm, Library
October 13 Church Board Executive Mtg 4:30, Library
October 13 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
October 13 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
October 13 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
October 14 Cdn Food Grains Bank rehearsal, Sanctuary
Saturday
October 15 Canadian Food Grains Bank Fundraising Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Sunday
October 16 Winnipeg Singers Concert 3 pm, Sanctuary
October 16 Christian Education 11:30, Chapel Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
October 3 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
October 3 Organ Series Committee 7 pm, Library
Tuesday
October 4 Beaver, Cub and Scout Registration 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Wednesday
October 5 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
October 6 Quilting Group 1-4 pm, Library
October 6 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
October 6 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
October 6 AlAnon 8 pm, Library Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
September 26 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hal
Tuesday
September 27 Beaver, Cub and Scout Registration 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
Wednesday
September 28 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
September 29 Quilting Group 1-4 pm, Library
September 29 Wedding rehearsal 6 pm, Sanctuary
September 29 Wolseley Jodo Club 6:30 pm, Gym
September 29 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
September 29 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
September 30 Wedding rehearsals 6 & 7 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
October 1 Wedding at 1 pm, Sanctuary Read More...

Westminster News Sunday, September 18, 2011
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Welcome to worship at Westminster Church. If you are worshipping with us for the first time, we hope you will sign the guest book in the lobby and stop by the “Welcome Table”. Please help yourself to any of the materials and information provided. You may also wish to fill in a “Welcome to Westminster” card to be found in the pews and place it on the offering plate or give it to an usher. As we are able to be of help, we look forward to doing so.

This week in the Winnipeg Presbytery prayer cycle, please remember the people and work of the Faculty of Theology, University of Winnipeg.

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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
September 19 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hal
Tuesday
September 20 Beaver, Cub and Scout Registration 6:30 pm, Gym & Concert Hall
September 20 Church Board meeting 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
September 21 Scouts 6:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
September 22 Quilting Group 1-4 pm, Library
September 22 Wedding rehearsal 6 pm, Sanctuary
September 22 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
September 22 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
September 23 Wedding rehearsals 6 & 7 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
September 24 Weddings at 1, 2:30 & 4 pm, Sanctuary

LIFE AT WESTMINSTER
A “Westminster Church Picture Book” is being created containing pictures and bios of our congregation. Rev. Geza will be taking the pictures and he would like to get started at today’s BBQ. If you are available for a photo, he would love to accommodate you. Let’s keep Geza busy!

Plan your giving. In upcoming Sundays, you will have an opportunity to share your blessings and offer support to folk in our city living with limited resources. Next Sunday, bins will be in the Narthex to receive items needed by the West Broadway Community Ministry. A list of the ministry’s current needs is printed below. The Communion Offering to be received on October 2 will be dedicated to Agape Table, the soup kitchen which operates out of All Saints’ Church. Next Sunday, we’ll hear a Minute for Mission telling us more about Agape Table’s work. On October 9 and 16, the bins will again be out, this time to receive our traditional Thanksgiving offering of non-perishable foodstuffs for Winnipeg Harvest.

West Broadway needs: food, deodorant - men's and women's, Shavers - men's and women's, shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes, combs and hairbrushes, socks and underwear, feminine hygiene products, towels and blankets, diapers - sizes 3 and up, coffee, tea, sugar, whitener and sweetener.

A message from Westminster Church Property Committee:
We need your help! As many of you may already know, Westminster Church applied for a variance from the City of Winnipeg this past summer in order to install an electronic sign at the corner of Westminster and Maryland. This sign would be changed via the office computer, instead of manually by caretaking staff, making is safer and more efficient. It would also make it possible for the sign to be changed multiple times a day to accommodate our many events and activities here at Westminster. Unfortunately, the original application was rejected and as a result we are asking for your help. We have been given an appeal date of September 29. If you are able to attend in person at 10:30 am to show your support, please contact Larry Elder @ 783-9616 or email @bbrocket@shaw.ca for details. Let’s show them our strength in numbers!

Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the fall edition of These Days, which are on the Welcome and Narthex tables.

WORSHIP AT WESTMINSTER CHURCH

• September 25 Matthew 18: 21-35 “Forgiving Without Calculation” - Rev. Campbell
  • October 2 Worldwide Communion Sunday “Stay Thirsty, My Friends” - Rev. Dr. Christie
  • October 9 Thanksgiving Sunday 10:15 am - Thanksgiving Hymn Sing - Nathan Poole; Luke 17: 11-19 “The Dark Side of Thanksgiving, Pt 2” - Rev. Szemok
  • October 16 Romans 6: 1b 1-11 “Dying to Sin, Living to God” - Rev. Campbell
  • October 23 119th Anniversary Sunday Exodus 16: 12-15 “Bread for the Journey - Rev. Campbell
  • October 30 Romans 7: 15-25a “Paul Says We Have to Keep the Prayer of Confession” - Rev. Campbell
• November 6 Romans 8:26-39 - Rev. Campbell

Lecture series "Job: A Message for Children of Dust" at Church of The Way



Dr. August Konkel, President of Providence University College and Seminary, has agreed to teach a series of scholarly lectures on the Book of Job at Church of the Way. We are planning them for the Fall semester at 7 PM on six alternate Sunday nights, as follows:

September 18th "The Lord Gives, The Lord takes Away" (Prologue)
October 2nd "You Reap what you Sow" (Dialogue Round One)
October 16th "My Redeemer Lives" (Dialogue Round Two)
October 30th "A Covenant with God" (Monologue of Job)
November 13th "God Speaks in One Way and Two" (Response of Elihu)
November 27th "Can you Thunder like the Voice of God?" (Challenge of God)

As a professor at Providence Seminary, Dr. Konkel has taught many full and condensed courses on Job, and his commentary has been published in "Job, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon" (Cornerstone Biblical Commentary). For background you may wish to read one or more of the following sources:

Stephen Mitchell, The Book of Job (Harper Perennial, 1992)

S. Foster Damon, Blake's Job: William Blakes Illustrations of the Book of Job (E. P. Dutton & Co. Inc., 1969)

Norman Whybray, Job: Readings (Sheffield Academic, 1998)

The suggested registration fee will be $50 per student, or an amount that keenly interested participants are able to afford. Please invite friends outside our church who enjoy an in-depth study of scripture. Please indicate your interest to Antoinette van Kuik (avk@mts.net) or Lis Vensel (tvensel@shaw.ca).



Covenanting Services: Winnipeg Presbytery will be conducting a covenanting service at John Black Memorial Church for its new minister, Rev. Dawn Ballantine-Dickson, on Sunday, September 25 at 2:30 p.m. and a covenanting service at St. Andrew’s River Heights Church for its new minister, Rev. Lesley Fox, on Sunday, September 25 at 7:30 p.m.

Horn of Africa Appeal: Members of the United Church have been generous in responding to the appeal for funds to support those afflicted by the extreme drought in the Horn of Africa. To date, approximately $715,000 has been received by our national office.

Celebrate the Providence University College and Seminary’s
Harvest Festival Homecoming Banquet,
Otterburne, MB, on September 23 & 24 at 7 pm.

You are warmly invited to attend this free fundraising dinner featuring Dr. Ken HNNA (President 1966 – 1979)and music by the Providence Chamber Singers. Our Alumni Homecoming Open House will take place from 5 – 6:30 pm. To reserve your complimentary ticket today, visit www.providencecollege.ca or www.providenceseminary.ca or call Margaret at 1-800-668-7768 ext. 236.



Linnea Good In Concert! – with David Jonsson on Sunday, October 16th at 7:00pm at Churchill Park United Church, 525 Beresford Ave. Tickets are $15 each and are available through the church office at 452-8561 or at the door.

The Rainbow Ministry/Rainbow Resource Centre is once again having our annual Fall Supper on October 16th. We are looking for donations in order to make this event the success it always has been. We are asking for donations of turkeys (only 10 required), desserts (pumpkin pies appreciated) and items for our silent auction. If you would be willing to help with this worthwhile event, please contact Patrick Woodbeck at the Rainbow Ministry, email rainbow@wpgpres.ca or phone at 478-1060.

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
September 12 MCO rehearsal morning and afternoon
September 12 Sparks, Brownies, Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm
Tuesday
September 13 MCO rehearsal morning and afternoon
September 13 Beaver, Cub and Scout Registration 6:30 pm, Lecture Hall
Wednesday
September 14 MCO rehearsal am and Concert 7:30 pm
Thursday
September 15 Board Executive Meeting 4:30 pm, Library
September 15 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
September 15 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
September 5 Labour Day - Building Closed
Tuesday
September 6 Ministry and Personnel 3 pm, Library
September 6 Budget and Managements 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
September 7 Worship Committee 7 pm, Chapel
September 7 Outreach Committee 7:30 pm, Library
Thursday
September 8 Membership & Pastoral Care 10 am, Chapel
September 8 Choir Practise 7 pm, Sanctuary
September 8 AlAnon 8 pm, Library
Friday
September 9 Wedding Rehearsals - evening, Sanctuary
Saturday
September 10 Weddings at 1 & 2:30 pm, Sanctuary
Sunday
September 11 - Exodus 20: 1-17 - The Ten Commandments - Rev. Campbell Read More...

HIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Thursday
August 25 AlAnon 7-9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Friday
August 26 Wedding Rehearsals at 6 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
August 27 Weddings - 1pm, Sanctuary

Funeral Service for Hon. Jack Layton – You are invited to gather in community at Knox United Church, 400 Edmonton St. to share in the funeral service via a large screen simulcast for the Hon. Jack Layton on Saturday, August 27th, 1 p.m. In addition, starting at noon, there will be an informal celebration of Jack's life and legacy. For more info call 942-4579.
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Wednesday
August 24 Wedding Rehearsal at 6 pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
August 25 AlAnon 7-9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Friday
August 26 Wedding Rehearsals at 4 & 6 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
August 27 Weddings - 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm, Sanctuary

COMING SOON
Attention all worshipers! Do you like to sing? Why not join Westminster’s Choir? Choir practice resumes on Thursday, September 8th from 7 - 8:30 pm in the Sanctuary. Read More...

SUMMER WORSHIP
August 14 - Mark 2 - The Disciples Remove the Roof - Rev. Szemok
August 21 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values 1, Family - Rev. Szemok
August 28 - Exodus 3:1-15 - The burning bush still burns - Rev. Campbell
September 4 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values, 2, Character - Rev. Szemok
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Thursday
June 28 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
June 28 Wedding Rehearsals at noon & 5 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
July 30 Wedding Ceremonies 1 & 2:30 pm, Sanctuary

SUMMER WORSHIP
July 31 - Genesis 32: 22-31 - Jacob wrestles with God and wins a blessing - Rev. Campbell
August 7 - The Sacrament of Communion (pews) Genesis 37: 1-28 - Joseph’s slavery and God’s providence Rev. Campbell
August 14 - Mark 2 - The Disciples Remove the Roof - Rev. Szemok
August 21 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values 1, Family - Rev. Szemok
August 28 - Exodus 3:1-15 - The burning bush still burns - Rev. Campbell
September 4 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values, 2, Character - Rev. Szemok
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Thursday
June 21 Wedding Rehearsal 6 pm, Sanctuary
June 21 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Friday
July 22 Wedding Rehearsals at 6 & 7 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
July 23 Wedding Ceremonies 11:30 am, 1pm, 2:30 pm, Sanctuary
July 23 Blessing of Marriage Service at 4 pm, Sanctuary

SUMMER WORSHIP
July 24 - Mark 10: 17-22 - The Rich Young Ruler - Rev. Szemok
July 31 - Genesis 32: 22-31 - Jacob wrestles with God and wins a blessing - Rev. Campbell
August 7 - The Sacrament of Communion (pews) Genesis 37: 1-28 - Joseph’s slavery and God’s providence Rev. Campbell
August 14 - Mark 2 - The Disciples Remove the Roof - Rev. Szemok
August 21 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values 1, Family - Rev. Szemok
August 28 - Exodus 3:1-15 - The burning bush still burns - Rev. Campbell
September 4 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values, 2, Character - Rev. Szemok
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Thursday
June 14 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Saturday
July 16 Wedding Ceremonies at 1:00 pm, Sanctuary

SUMMER WORSHIP
July 10 - John 3 - Nicodemus - Rev. Szemok
July 17 - Genesis 28: 10-19a - Jacob discovers God in an unexpected place - Rev. Campbell
July 24 - Mark 10: 17-22 - The Rich Young Ruler - Rev. Szemok
July 31 - Genesis 32: 22-31 - Jacob wrestles with God and wins a blessing - Rev. Campbell
August 7 - The Sacrament of Communion (pews) Genesis 37: 1-28 - Joseph’s slavery and God’s providence Rev. Campbell
August 14 - Mark 2 - The Disciples Remove the Roof - Rev. Szemok
August 21 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values 1, Family - Rev. Szemok
August 28 - Exodus 3:1-15 - The burning bush still burns - Rev. Campbell
September 4 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values, 2, Character - Rev. Szemok Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Thursday
June 29 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Saturday
July 9 Wedding Ceremonies at 1:00 pm, Sanctuary

SUMMER WORSHIP
July 10 - John 3 - Nicodemus - Rev. Szemok
July 17 - Genesis 28: 10-19a - Jacob discovers God in an unexpected place - Rev. Campbell
July 24 - Mark 10: 17-22 - The Rich Young Ruler - Rev. Szemok
July 31 - Genesis 32: 22-31 - Jacob wrestles with God and wins a blessing - Rev. Campbell
August 7 - The Sacrament of Communion (pews) Genesis 37: 1-28 - Joseph’s slavery and God’s providence Rev. Campbell
August 14 - Mark 2 - The Disciples Remove the Roof - Rev. Szemok
August 21 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values 1, Family - Rev. Szemok
August 28 - Exodus 3:1-15 - The burning bush still burns - Rev. Campbell
September 4 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values, 2, Character - Rev. Szemok Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
June 27 Churchill High Grad - am rehearsal - 6:30 pm ceremony
Tuesday
June 28 Gordon Bell Graduation – 9 am – 2 pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
June 29 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Friday
July 1 Church & Office closed for Canada Day
July 1 Wedding Ceremonies at 1 & 2:30 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
July 2 Wedding Ceremonies at 2:30 & 4 pm, Sanctuary

From July 4 to 8, the Church Office will be on a reduced schedule while Marilyn is on vacation. Ted Barnett will be in the Office from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

SUMMER WORSHIP
July 3 - John 8: 31 - “The Truth Sets You Free” - Rev. Szemok
July 10 - John 3 - Nicodemus - Rev. Szemok
July 17 - Rev. Campbell
July 24 - Mark 10: 17-22 - The Rich Young Ruler - Rev. Szemok
July 31 - Rev. Campbell
August 7 - The Sacrament of Communion (pews) - Rev. Campbell
August 14 - Mark 2 - The Disciples Remove the Roof - Rev. Szemok
August 21 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values 1, Family - Rev. Szemok
August 28 - Rev. Campbell
September 4 - Proverbs 3: 5-6 - Values, 2, Character - Rev. Szemok Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
June 20 Memorial Service & reception – Mary Birt 1:30 pm
June 20 Guides & Pathfinders 6:30 pm Final Meeting, Concert Hall Stage
Wednesday
June 22 Balmoral Hall Senior Closing Exercises - am, Sanctuary
Thursday
June 23 Balmoral Hall Junior Closing Exercises - am, Sanctuary
June 23 Ministry & Personnel 1 pm, Library
June 23 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Friday
June 24 Gordon Bell Graduation 2:30 pm, Sanctuary Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
June 13 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
June 13 Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Wednesday
June 15 Agassiz Cello Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
June 16 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
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TODAY
Youth Confirmation Class - in the Concert Hall stage today at 10:45.
Final class before Confirmation!


THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
June 6 Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Concert Hall Stage
June 6 Organ Series 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
June 8 Worship 7 pm, Library
June 8 Outreach 7:30 pm, Chapel
Thursday
June 9 Membership and Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
June 9 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Sunday
June 12 Reader’s workshop 12 noon, Sanctuary Read More...

TODAY
Youth Confirmation Class - in the Concert Hall stage today at 10:45.


THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
May 30 Pathfinders 6:30 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
May 31 Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
May 31 Church Board 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
June 1 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
June 1 Worship 7 pm, Library
Thursday
June 1 Quilters 1 pm (final week), Library
June 1 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
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TODAY
Youth Confirmation Class - in the Concert Hall stage today at 10:45.


THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Tuesday
May 24 Funeral Service – Brian Gordon 11 am, Sanctuary
May 24 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
May 24 Bible Study 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
May 25 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
May 26 Quilters 1 pm, Library
May 26 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
May 26 Church Board Executive 5 pm, Library
May 26 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary

THE EASTER SEASON AT WESTMINSTER
May 29 - Easter 6
Conference Sunday — Ernest Janzen preaching

June 5 - Easter 7
The Sacrament of Communion (pews) — Rev. Campbell preaching on John 17:1-11
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
May 9 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, cancelled
May 9 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, cancelled
May 9 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
May 9 Vydubychi Choir from Ukraine 7 pm, Sanctuary
Tuesday
May 10 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
May 10 Bible Study 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
May 11 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
May 11 Outreach Committee 7:30 pm, Chapel
May 11 Derraugh Scholarship Recital 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
May 12 Membership and Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
May 12 Ministry and Personnel 1 pm, Chapel
May 12 Quilters 1 pm, Library
May 12 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
May 12 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
May 14 Pembina Trails Concerts 2 & 7 pm, Sanctuary

THE EASTER SEASON AT WESTMINSTER
May 15 - Easter 4
Sunday School Recognition
“Jesus, the Good Shepherd” — Rev. Campbell preaching on John 10:1-11

May 22 - Easter 5
Rev. Szemok preaching

May 29 - Easter 6
Conference Sunday — Ernest Janzen preaching

June 5 - Easter 7
The Sacrament of Communion (pews) — Rev. Campbell preaching on John 17:1-11 Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
May 2 Elections Canada polling station – all day Lecture Hall
May 2 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, cancelled
May 2 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, cancelled
Tuesday
May 3 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Wednesday
May 4 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
May 4 Worship Committee 7 pm, Chapel
Thursday
May 5 Quilters 1 pm, Library
May 5 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
May 5 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Saturday
May 7 Spirit’s Call Choir Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Sunday
May 8 Organ Series Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary

THE EASTER SEASON AT WESTMINSTER
May 8 - Easter 3
Sacrament of Baptism
Rev. Szemok preaching

May 15 - Easter 4
Sunday School Recognition
“Jesus, the Good Shepherd” — Rev. Campbell preaching on John 10:1-11

May 22 - Easter 5
Rev. Szemok preaching

May 29 - Easter 6
Conference Sunday — Ernest Janzen preaching

June 5 - Easter 7
The Sacrament of Communion (pews) — Rev. Campbell preaching on John 17:1-11
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Apr. 25 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Apr. 25 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Apr. 26 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Apr. 26 Westminster Foundation 4:30 pm, Library
Apr. 26 Bible Study for Busy People 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
Apr. 27 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Apr. 27 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
Apr. 28 Garage Sale preparations – see ad in Westminster News
Apr. 28 Quilters 1 pm, Library
Apr. 28 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Friday
Apr. 29 Garage Sale preparations – see ad in Westminster News
Saturday
Apr. 30 Westminster’s Giant Garage Sale 9 am - 1 pm
Sunday
May 1 Christian Education noon Chapel
May 1 After Church Discussion w/ Rachel Twiggs-Boyce - LH
May 1 Canzona Concert 7 pm, Sanctuary
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Apr. 18 Bible Study w/ Rev. Dr. Christie 7:30 pm, Lecture Hall
Apr. 18 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Apr. 18 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Apr. 19 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Apr. 19 Church Board 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
Apr. 20 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Apr. 20 MCO Concert 7:30 pm, Library
Apr. 20 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
Apr. 21 Quilters 1 pm, Library
Apr. 21 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Apr. 21 Maundy Thursday Service 7 pm, Sanctuary
Friday
Apr. 22 Good Friday Service 11:00 am, Sanctuary
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Apr. 11 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
Apr. 11 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Apr. 11 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Apr. 12 Ministry & Personnel 3:30 pm, Chapel
Apr. 12 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Apr. 12 Bible Study 7 pm, Chapel
Wednesday
Apr. 13 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Apr. 14 Membership and Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
Apr. 13 MCO Concert 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Apr. 13 Outreach Committee 7:30 pm, Concert Hall
Thursday
Apr. 14 Quilters 1 pm, Library
Apr. 14 Board Executive 5 pm, Library
Apr. 14 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Apr. 14 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Saturday
Apr. 15 Nature Manitoba Garage Sale 9 am to noon, Gym
Sunday
Apr. 16 Welcome Event for New Members noon, Concert Hall Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Apr. 4 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Apr. 4 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Apr. 5 Nominating Committee, Library
Apr. 5 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Wednesday
Apr. 6 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
Apr. 7 Membership and Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
Apr. 7 Quilters noon, Library
Apr. 7 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Apr. 7 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Saturday
Apr. 9 Gladys Conklin’s Memorial Service, 3 pm


UPCOMING SUNDAYS AND HOLY DAYS AT WESTMINSTER
April 17 - Palm Sunday - Rev. Campbell preaching on Philippians 2:5-11

April 18, 7:30 pm - Monday in Holy Week - “The Last Week - Setting Up the Story”, Bible Study with Dr. Christie in the Lecture Hall.

April 21, 7:30 pm - Maundy Thursday - The Sacrament of Communion (stations) - Rev. Dr. James Christie preaching

April 22, 11:00 am - Good Friday - The Choir offers “The Passion According to St. John” by Michael McKay and choruses from Handel’s “Messiah”.

April 24 - Easter - Rev. Campbell preaching

May 1 - Easter 2 - Rev. Campbell preaching on 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Mar. 28 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Mar. 28 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Mar. 29 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Wednesday
Mar. 30 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
Mar. 31 Quilters noon, Library
Mar. 31 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Mar. 31 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage

Tuesday, March 29, MCO in concert.
April 3 - All are welcome to a Fellowship lunch after worship to celebrate Providence Choir’s visit. There will be a hot lunch buffet and Boyd’s famous egg salad! Your free-will donations will be most appreciated.

UPCOMING SUNDAYS AND HOLY DAYS AT WESTMINSTER
April 3 - Lent 4 - A musical service with the Providence College Singers (including a joint offering of “How Great Thou Art” with our choir). Rev. Campbell will give a homily on Romans 12:1-2. Fellowship Lunch to follow.

April 10 - Lent 5 - The Sacrament of Communion (pews). Rev. Szemok preaching
After Church talk by Rev. Dr. Mac Watts on the King James Version of the Bible.

April 17 - Palm Sunday - Rev. Campbell preaching on Philippians 2:5-11

April 18, 7:30 pm - Monday in Holy Week - “The Last Week - Setting Up the Story”, Bible Study with Dr. Christie. Held in the Lecture Hall.

April 21, 7:30 pm - Maundy Thursday - The Sacrament of Communion (stations) - Rev. Dr. James Christie preaching

April 22, 11:00 am - Good Friday - The Choir offers “The Passion According to St. John” by Michael McKay and choruses from Handel’s “Messiah”.

April 24 - Easter - Rev. Campbell preaching

May 1 - Easter 2 - Rev. Campbell preaching on 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Mar. 21 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Mar. 21 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Mar. 22 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Mar. 22 Engaged Couples Evening 7:30 pm, Lecture Hall
Wednesday
Mar. 23 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
Mar. 24 Quilters noon, Library
Mar. 24 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Mar. 24 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Mar. 14 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Mar. 14 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Mar. 14 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
Tuesday
Mar. 15 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Mar. 15 Church Board 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
Mar. 16 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
Mar. 16 Quilters noon, Library
Mar. 16 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Mar. 16 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage Read More...

Westminster News Sunday, March 6, 2011

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Welcome to worship at Westminster Church. If you are worshipping with us for the first time, we hope you will sign the guest book in the lobby and stop by the “Welcome Table”. Please help yourself to any of the materials and information provided. You may also wish to fill in a “Welcome to Westminster” card to be found in the pews and place it on the offering plate or give it to an usher. As we are able to be of help, we look forward to doing so.

Greeters: As you came into the church this morning Ron Clement and Ted Barnett greeted you.

Irene Hallett is in Grace Hospital. Please remember her in your prayers.

This week in the Winnipeg Presbytery prayer cycle, please remember the people and work of the United Church in Meadowood.

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TODAY
Thank you very much to Ernest Janzen for preaching the Word this morning. The choir‟s anthem, “Eatnemen Vuelie”, contains a familiar hymn in an unfamiliar arrangement. It features an old vocal tradition among the Sámi people of Scandinavia and Russia called the “Yoik.” Typical of this tradition is the use of short melodic phrases that repeat endlessly with small variations. The Yoik often describes a specific person, emotion, or other element of nature and does so with very little use of words.

Youth Confirmation Class - Backstage in the Concert Hall at 10.45 am.

Following worship, we will hold our Annual Congregational Meeting in the Lecture Hall.

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
A CHORAL CONCERT! You‟ll want to be in a pew this Tuesday, March 8, at 7:30 pm, when Westminster Church will host a touring choir, the University of South Dakota Chamber Singers, under the direction of Dr. David Holdhusen. The music of their concert explores the theme, “A Slave‟s Journey.” It will be an emotional voyage from Africa to America; from freedom to enslavement and oppression and, through long years of endurance and struggle, towards freedom again. The story will be told in a variety of musical styles, from classical to contemporary, to folk, to African-American spiritual. For those interested, copies of the repertoire being sung have been placed on the tables in the narthex and hallway.

The Chamber Singers recently recorded a CD, “Nature’s Witness”, portions of which were played over the public address system before this morning‟s service. The CD will be available for sale on Tuesday night.

Proceeds! We will take up an offering at the concert. Our portion of the proceeds will be placed in a fund to finances senior and junior choral scholarships with which we encourage promising high school and university singers to have an experience in our choir.

Monday
Mar. 7 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Mar. 7 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Mar. 8 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Wednesday
Mar. 9 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Mar. 9 Outreach Committee 7:30 pm, Library
Thursday
Mar. 10 Membership and Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
Mar. 10 Ministry and Personnel 3:30 pm, Library
Mar. 10 Church Board Executive 5 pm, Library or Chapel
Mar. 10 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Mar. 10 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage

The Winnipeg Music Festival continues this week until March 20.
Pembina Trails Concert next Sunday, March 13.

UPCOMING SUNDAYS AND HOLY DAYS AT WESTMINSTER
March 13 - First Sunday of Lent. We will celebrate a liturgy of Covenanting with our new Church Board. One of our newer members, Henk Booy, a retired minister, will deliver a sermon on the temptations of Jesus as recorded in Matthew 4:1-11 entitled “Death by Bread Alone”.

March 20 - Lent 2 - Rev. Campbell preaching

March 27 - Lent 3 - Rev. Dr. James Christie preaching

April 3 - Lent 4 - A musical service with the Providence College Singers (including a joint offering of “How Great Thou Art” with our choir). Rev. Campbell will give a homily.

April 10 - Lent 5 - The Sacrament of Communion (pews). Rev. Szemok preaching

April 17 - Palm Sunday - Rev. Campbell preaching

April 21, 7:30 pm - Maundy Thursday - The Sacrament of Communion (stations) - Rev. Dr. James Christie preaching

April 22, 11:00 am - Good Friday - The Choir offers “The Passion According to St. John” by Michael McKay

April 24 - Easter - Rev. Campbell preaching

LIFE AT WESTMINSTER

ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

PROPOSED REVISIONS TO THE TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE GENERAL BOARD
The General Board is bringing to the Annual Meeting recommendations that the Westminster United Church Terms of Reference be amended to reduce the number of representatives to the Board from each standing committee from two to one, which will be either the committee chair or designate, and that the terms of vice-chair and past-chair be reduced to one year. Copies of the detailed changes in the language of the Terms of Reference needed to effect these proposals have been placed on the Welcome and Hallway Tables.

WOW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Following the three-session consultation with the congregation in the autumn, the WOW (Walk on Water) Committee brought a final report with recommendations to the Board at its January meeting. The Board is bringing these recommendations to the Annual Meeting for the congregation‟s consideration. The recommendations fall under the five following headings:

PROPOSED REVISIONS TO THE TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE GENERAL BOARD
The General Board is bringing to the Annual Meeting recommendations that the Westminster United Church Terms of Reference be amended to reduce the number of representatives to the Board from each standing committee from two to one, which will be either the committee chair or designate, and that the terms of vice-chair and past-chair be reduced to one year. Copies of the detailed changes in the language of the Terms of Reference needed to effect these proposals have been placed on the Welcome and Hallway Tables.

WOW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Following the three-session consultation with the congregation in the autumn, the WOW (Walk on Water) Committee brought a final report with recommendations to the Board at its January meeting. The Board is bringing these recommendations to the Annual Meeting for the congregation‟s consideration. The recommendations fall under the five following headings:

1. The congregation to enter into a period of "Experimentation around Worship‟.
2. The congregation will intentionally focus on "Making Connections‟.
3. To create a „team ministry‟ which focuses on the following priorities:
   • Worship
   • Making Connections/Discipleship
   • Youth
   • Music
4. Exploration of a new Governance Model
5. Managing Potential Conflict

Part Time Custodian/Security Person required for Saturdays and Sundays. Please email your resume to info@westminsterchurchwinnipeg.ca or drop one off at the Church Office.

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Stewardship 2011
Total pledges for 2011 amounted to $255,264 from 175 members and adherents. In addition, we expect to receive approximately $30,000 from individuals who do not pledge.

In 2010 we suffered a loss of over $17,000 which had been pledged in previous years but was no longer available due to death or other reasons. If that amount had been available and maintained, we would have shown a total contribution of over $272,000.
As our membership decreases and member and adherents fail to meet their pledged amounts, your committee does an excellent effort to keep the flow of funds reasonably high enough o offset increased operating costs.

I would like to thank this committee of Marilyn, Sigrid, Peter Marsden, Bb and Don for their dedication in making these results possible.

J.W. Moore
Chair of Stewardship

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Report on M&S. The final totals for 2010 have been tabulated and donations to the United Church’s Mission and Service Fund totalled $29,760,784. This amount exceeded 2009 contributions by $836,616. Westminster Church gave $34,003 to M&S in 2010. In addition emergency donations received by the national church for relief following the Haiti earthquake and Pakistan floods totaled almost $4 million. The national church is grateful for the support of congregations and members from across the country and encourages us to help achieve the goal of $30,200,000 for 2011.

Nafro Dance Productions, an upstairs tenant in Augustine United Church, is donating a fundraising performance in the sanctuary, Sat. March 12 at 8 p.m. MUSIC FOR THE SOUL has been produced by Artistic Director Casimiro Nhussi and will include dancing, drumming, a saxophonist and other musicians for an inspiring evening including a dessert reception and silent auction during the intermission. Proceeds will help fund new roofing for the sanctuary. Tickets are $15 in advance, or $20 at the door. We are inviting people through the Pulford St. door by 7:30 for a tour of the building. Please use the north door for the 8 pm concert.

Youth Confirmation Class - Backstage in the Concert Hall at 10.45am.

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER
Monday
Feb. 28 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Feb. 28 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Mar. 1 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Mar. 1 Bible Study for Busy People 7 pm, Library
Wednesday
Mar. 2 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Mar. 2 Worship Committee 7 pm, Chapel
Thursday
Mar. 3 Quilters 12:30 pm, Library
Mar. 3 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Mar. 3 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage

Bible Study for Busy People happens on Tuesday, March 1, at 7 pm in the Library. For this session the bill of fare is the Book of Leviticus.

The Winnipeg Music Festival begins this week at Westminster and continues until March 20.
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Monday
Feb. 21 Closed for Louis Riel Day
Tuesday
Feb. 22 Manitoba Chamber Orchestra, Sanctuary
Wednesday
Feb. 23 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
Feb. 24 Quilters 12:30 pm, Library
Feb. 24 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Feb. 24 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Monday
Feb. 14 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm, Gym, Concert Hall
Feb. 14 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Feb. 15 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Feb. 15 Westminster Housing 5 pm, Library
Feb. 15 Church Board 7 pm, Library & Chapel
Wednesday
Feb. 16 Board of Trustees 1:30 pm Library
Feb. 16 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Thursday
Feb. 10 Quilters 12:30 pm, Library
Feb. 10 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Feb. 10 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Monday
Feb. 7 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm, Gym, Concert Hall
Feb. 7 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Feb. 8 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Wednesday
Feb. 9 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Feb. 9 Outreach Committee 7 pm, Chapel
Thursday
Feb. 10 Membership & Pastoral Care 10 am, Library
Feb. 10 Quilters 12:30 pm, Library
Feb. 10 Ministry & Personnel 3 pm, Chapel
Feb. 10 Board Executive 5 pm, Library
Feb. 10 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Feb. 10 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Monday
Jan. 31 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm, Gym, Concert Hall
Jan. 31 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Feb. 1 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Wednesday
Feb. 2 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Gym
Feb. 2 Worship Committee 7 pm, Chapel
Thursday
Feb. 3 Quilters 12:30 pm, Library
Feb. 3 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Feb. 3 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm, Concert Hall Stage
Sunday
Feb. 6 Christian Education – after worship, Chapel

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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Monday
Jan. 24 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Jan. 24 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Jan. 25 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Jan. 25 Bible Study for Busy People 7 pm Library
Wednesday
Jan. 26 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm Gym
Thursday
Jan. 27 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm Sanctuary
Jan. 27 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm Concert Hall Stage Read More...

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Monday
Jan. 17 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Jan. 17 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Jan. 18 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Jan. 18 Church Board 7 pm Library
Wednesday
Jan. 19 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm Gym
Thursday
Jan. 20 Quilters 12:30 – 4 pm Library
Jan. 20 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm Sanctuary
Jan. 20 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm Concert Hall Stage
Friday
Jan. 21 Stewardship 10 am Library
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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Monday
Jan. 10 Sparks, Brownies, Guides 6:30 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Jan. 10 Westminster Housing 5 pm Library
Jan. 10 Pathfinders 6:30 – 8 pm Concert Hall Stage
Tuesday
Jan. 11 Beavers and Cubs 6:30 – 8 pm Gym, Concert Hall
Jan. 11 Executive 4 pm Library
Wednesday
Jan. 12 Scouts 6:30 – 8:30 pm Gym
Jan. 12 Outreach 7:30 pm Chapel
Thursday
Jan. 13 Quilters 12:30 – 4 pm Library
Jan. 13 Nominating Committee 4:30 – 6 pm Library
Jan. 13 Choir Practice 7 – 8:30 pm Sanctuary
Jan. 13 AlAnon 7 – 9 pm Concert Hall Stage
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December 26 – First after Christmas, Rev. Szemok preaching – John 1:1-14
The Sunday School will take a break but the Nursery will be open. Activity packets for children will be available in the Narthex.
January 2 – Second after Christmas, Marking the Feast of Epiphany on January 6, Rev. Campbell preaching – Matthew 2:1-11
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Westminster News Sunday, December 19, 2010

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Welcome to worship at Westminster Church. If you are worshipping with us for the first time, we hope you will sign the guest book in the lobby and stop by the “Welcome Table”. Please help yourself to any of the materials and information provided. You may also wish to fill in a “Welcome to Westminster” card to be found in the pews and place it on the offering plate or give it to an usher. As we are able to be of help, we look forward to doing so.

New to Westminster? Never joined us for coffee before? Don’t hesitate to come! To find the lecture hall, go through the door to the left of the choir loft. For a guaranteed conversation, look for today’s host who will be wearing a name tag featuring a coffee cup logo.


Greeters: As you came into the church this morning Boyd Rausch and Ron Miller greeted you.

Betty Buggey passed away December 11. A memorial service is being planned for Monday, January 10 at 2:00 p.m. Let’s keep her friends and family in our prayers.

This week in the Winnipeg Presbytery prayer cycle, please remember the people and work of Atlantic-Garden City United Church.

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THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER


Thursday
Dec. 23 Choir Practice 7-8:30 pm, Sanctuary
Dec. 23 AlAnon 7-9 pm, Concert Hall Stage

TODAY
Our Blue Christmas Service, will be held TODAY at 4 pm in the Chapel. This is a service of quiet reflection and consolation for those who have recently experienced loss, most particularly the loss of a loved one, and who are finding the Christmas season difficult to face. We hope that it will be of help to those who are feeling down or dealing with grief while the world seems to be going its merry way. We hope that it will help those who are troubled or sorrowing to prepare to participate in the traditional services and Christmas activities with a greater sense of ease and belonging.