WPC Children & Youth Ministry
Welcome to Westminster Presbyterian’s Children & Youth page. We are glad you found us. Here at WPC, we aim:
- To create a place where our children learn they are loved by God and the people of God.
- To teach Bible stories in memorable and positive ways so that they become life-long lessons, developing in meaning as each student grows.
- To help our children and youth grow deep spiritual roots.
However you define family, you are welcome in ours. Throughout the year, Westminster sponsors a variety of family activities. You are invited to join in any or all of these activities to have fun and build lasting relationships. To learn more about our current Sunday and Wednesday children’s offerings, email Trish Souliere, our Director of Children and Youth Ministries. Email Trish at trish@westminsterlincoln.org. At WPC, you and your kids matter to us at every age.
Upcoming Events:
Sundays at WPC | 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
We offer child care for children preschool age and younger in the nursery. The nursery is located on the second floor by the east entrance and is available from 9:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m. on Sunday mornings and on Wednesday nights by request. Our experienced childcare workers love getting to know the children and watching them grow!
For children elementary age, kindergarten through 5th grade, we offer the opportunity to explore the Bible through hands-on, experiential activities such as cooking, science, art, games, and more. Families start together in the worship service and are then dismissed to Faith Village. Faith Village is located on the lower floor by the east entrance.
Children of all ages are also always welcome in “big church” any time. We have special worship activity bags available at all three entrances to the sanctuary.
W3 (Welcome to Westminster on Wednesdays)
5:30 PM–8:00 PM
Wednesday nights are a great opportunity for kids to get together with their friends and have fun learning about God.
Kids from 1st grade through 5th grade are invited to enjoy activities designed to help them understand how deep God’s love is for them.
We welcome kids from grades 6-12 to take part in Youth Group activities on Wednesday evenings and selected Sundays. On Wednesdays, the Youth Group meets for fellowship, to study the Bible, and to discuss how we as Christians should approach and deal with issues in our lives. The Youth Group at Westminster is a safe, affirming space for spiritual development, informed education, and community engagement for our youth.
Activities are available for preschool children on Wednesdays with advance notice. Let Trish know by email trish@westminsterlincoln.org or by phone or text at 402-570-0163 by 5:00 PM on Tuesday to make arrangements.
Palm Sunday | Sunday, April 13
Children and youth are invited to participate in the palm waving processional on Sunday, April 13. Kids interested in participating will gather in the narthex by the west doors around 9:20. If your child is interested, please let Trish know by email trish@westminsterlincoln.org or by phone or text at 402-570-0163.
Eggstravaganza | April 16
Join us for our annual Easter egg hunt on April 16. Children of all ages are invited to come for an night of fun. The evening begins with a complimentary family dinner at 5:45 PM, followed by the hunt and games at 6:15 PM.
Come for the hunt and stay for the rest of the evening activities.
WPC YG: Service at Matt Talbot | April 20
WPC Youth Group and their families will serve dinner at Matt Talbot. If you are willing and able to help with this activity, please sign-up at https://forms.gle/9ZUgJ4Nu2fJYGx2u7.
Marathon Support | May 4, 7:00 AM-8:00 AM
The Annual Lincoln Marathon course passes directly by Westminster, providing us the opportunity to be welcoming. All Westminster members are invited to extend our hospitality by staffing a welcome table to distribute donut holes, water, Gatorade, and bananas to runners and spectators. Also, new this year, we will have a coffee cart to supply caffeine for the early morning call.
W3 (Westminster on Wednesdays) Year End Worship | Wednesday, May 14
6 :00 PM-7:30 PM
W3 invites all WPC families and friends to a Year End Worship Service and Potluck at Antelope Park.
WPC YG: End of Year Party | Sunday, May 18
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Youth Group will celebrate the end of the school year with an afternoon party on Sunday, May 18.
WPC YG: Mission Trip | June 12-15
Youth are called to register now to join our summer trek to serve at Crosslines in Kansas City, see Daniel at the Sight and Sound Theater in Branson, and spend a day at a theme park. https://forms.gle/XBSYfLAmziHpYoPn9.
VBS Egypt: Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace | July 14-18
It is time to register for VBS! Sign your children up to enjoy an interactive, energizing, Bible-based good time as they are called together to serve God. In just a few weeks, we will take a journey back to ancient Egypt and find out what happened to Joseph as he went from Pharaoh’s prison to the palace. Kids will see, hear, touch, and even taste what it was like to live in Pharaoh’s empire while learning about how God was with Joseph in good times and bad.
Children and their families are invited to join us in worship at Westminster on Sunday, July 20 at 9:30 for the children to share their week with a special musical performance.
Adults and youth are invited to join the kids on this epic journey. Whatever your interest or gift is, we have a place for you! Everyone can register at https://vbspro.events/p/gspcwpc25. Contact Trish Souliere by email, trish@westminsterlincoln.org, or by text or phone, 402-570-0163 with any questions.
WPC YG Triennium | July 28-31
In July, the Presbyterian Church (USA) will welcome thousands of its high school age youth and their adult youth workers to Louisville, Kentucky for four days of worship, recreation, bible study, outreach, and faith formation all around the theme of “As If We Were Dreaming”. The registration fee is $199. If you are interested in attending, contact Trish Souliere by email, trish@westminsterlincoln.org, or by text or phone, 402-570-0163.
Get in Touch
Interested in receiving notifications about upcoming children and/or youth events by text? Add your number to our texting service by texting “children”, “youth”, or “both” to (833) 403-5011.
To learn more about our current Sunday and Wednesday children’s offerings, email Trish Souliere, our Director of Children and Youth Ministries. Email Trish at trish@westminsterlincoln.org.
