Westminster Presbyterian Church

Ash Wednesday In-Person Cancelled Update
2023-02-22 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
You’re invited to Ash Wednesday worship – a time of reflection and turning toward God at the beginning of the season of Lent – tomorrow, Wednesday, February 22nd at 6:30pm online.
With an abundance of caution, our Ash Wednesday in-person service is cancelled due to the ice and Winter Weather situation. This decision was made with staff and leadership consultation.

You are invited to watch an Ash Wednesday devotional on YouTube this evening with Pastor Chris and a musical piece by our music Director, Ronnie Zanella.

Watch the devotional here: youtube.com/@westminsterlincoln
https://www.youtube.com/user/WestminsterLincoln/videos

The Annual Stated Meeting of the Congregation
2023-02-19 04:30 - 05:30
The Annual Stated Meeting of the Congregation will be held on Sunday, Feb. 19, following the worship service. The agenda includes the presentation of the 2022 annual reports, the presentation of the 2023 budget and the approval of the pastor’s terms of call for 2023.

Prairie Readers
2023-02-15 07:00 - 09:00
Prairie Readers
February 15, 2023
Lounge, 1:00pm
Book: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Facilitator: Susie Hughes

Souper Bowl of Caring
2023-02-12 03:30 - 05:00
In 1990, a Super Bowl Sunday prayer inspired a group of people to do something more than celebrate a football game; they created the Souper Bowl of Caring and have mobilized others across the country to raise funds to feed people in need. On February 12th, we will join churches across the country in collecting money for the hungry and homeless in our community.

The funds we collect will be used to support both Matt Talbot and the Gathering Place. Please give generously — look for youth group representatives holding soup pots by the sanctuary exits. Every dollar donated creates over $20 for food charities, which means that a gift in any amount is greatly appreciated and truly makes a difference.

Souper Bowl of Caring
2023-02-12 03:30 - 04:30
Souper Bowl of Caring
Donations will be collected during worship this Sunday, Feb. 12th
For over 30 years, the Souper Bowl of Caring movement has been inspiring people across the nation to tackle hunger in their local communities.
On February 12th, we will join churches across the country in collecting money for the hungry and homeless in our community.
The funds we collect will be used to support both Matt Talbot and the Gathering Place. Please give generously — look for youth group representatives holding soup pots by the sanctuary exits. Every dollar donated creates over $20 for food charities, which means that a gift in any amount is greatly appreciated and truly makes a difference.

Heart & Hands
2023-02-08 07:30 - 09:00
Hearts and Hands
We Gather Together Weekly for Fellowship & Fun on Wednesdays:
Hearts & Hands is a fun-loving group that meets every Wednesday from 1:30 – 3 PM, in the church library. Our mission is to knit and crochet items for the People’s City Mission—hats, scarves, baby items, toys, etc. We donate finished items in November before the holidays. These gifts provide warm hats and scarves and other warm items for those in need. All needlework folks are welcome to come visit and see what you’re missing! Laughter is free. All yarn donations are welcome!
Meet and build some new friendships here at Hearts and Hands and bring a friend or two if you’d like. All are welcome. And don’t worry if you don’t know how to knit and crochet, we will show you.

Lunch Bunch
2023-02-07 05:30 - 07:00
Lunch Bunch will meet at The Mettle Grill, 5500 S 56th St, Tuesday, February 7 at 11:30 A.M. Please RSVP to Jim Kinkennon at jimkinkennon@gmail.com.

Cub Scout Pack 61
2023-02-05 03:30 - 04:30
This Sunday, February 5th, we will celebrate Cub Scout Pack 61, Westminster’s sponsored pack! At 9:30 am, there will be a presentation of the colors before we start worship, and scouts will also help with greeting. We hope our WPC members will be extra welcoming to all of our Pack 61 visitors and guests – and wear your name tags! See you Sunday for Scouting Sunday at Westminster!

Adult Conversations: Community Conversations
2023-01-29 04:45 - 05:45
For many years, the Adult Education Committee has planned a Forum for the Sundays in January we call “Community Conversations.” Each Sunday features a leader from some arena in the public sphere. We have featured politicians, judges, School superintendents and others. All sessions begin at 10:45 am and end at 11:30 am.
Please plan to join us in the Lounge each of those four Sundays at 10:45 a.m. This year we will feature the topic: “When Public Decisions Affect Private Lives”.
Our guest today is Lincoln’s 40 year champion of City Libraries, Pat Leach. As the recently retired director of libraries, Pat has had many accomplishments in this role, including helping libraries navigate the pandemic. Pat is a reader, life long learner, and wonderful speaker who cares deeply for the Lincoln community.

Read the Bible in Year
2023-01-25 12:30 - 13:30
Are you on the journey to read the Bible in a year? Meet with fellow travelers this Wednesday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lounge to share your thoughts and insights.

Adult Education: Community Conversations
2023-01-22 04:45 - 17:45
For many years, the Adult Education Committee has planned a Forum for the Sundays in January we call “Community Conversations.” Each Sunday features a leader from some arena in the public sphere. We have featured politicians, judges, School superintendents and others. All sessions begin at 10:45 am and end at 11:30 am.
Please plan to join us in the Lounge each of those four Sundays at 10:45 a.m. This year we will feature the topic: “When Public Decisions Affect Private Lives”.
Our guest today is Bennie Shobe. He is one of seven members of the Lincoln City council. He was reelected to his second four-year term in May of 2021. Bennie grew up in Bowling Green Kentucky. He attended Western Kentucky University where he earned a bachelor’s and a master’s degree before moving to Nebraska to study at UNL.

Since moving to Lincoln, Bennie has been involved with several community groups and organizations. He has served as president of the Lincoln Branch NAACP, on the Lincoln Commission on Human Rights board, the Malone Community Center Board of Directors, the Indian Center board and a host of advisory committees.

Prairie Readers
2023-01-18 07:00 - 09:00
The Book for January is “The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post” by Allison Pataki. We will meet in the Church Lounge.
Discussion Leader: Kathryn Govaerts.

Ladies’ Night Out
2023-01-17 11:00 - 13:00
The January Ladies’ Night Out will be Tuesday, January 17, 2023; 5-7 PM. Mi Tierra North (where La Paloma was located at Holdrege and 84th); 8320 Northwoods Drive. This is the newest location for Mi Tierra.

Church Building Closed
2023-01-15 - 2023-01-16
The church building will be closed on Monday, January 16 for observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.

Adult Education: Community Conversations
2023-01-15 04:45 - 05:30
For many years, the Adult Education Committee has planned a Forum for the Sundays in January we call “Community Conversations.” Each Sunday features a leader from some arena in the public sphere. We have featured politicians, judges, School superintendents and others. All sessions begin at 10:45 am and end at 11:30 am.
Please plan to join us in the Lounge each of those four Sundays at 10:45 a.m. This year we will feature the topic: “When Public Decisions Affect Private Lives”.
Our guest will be Steve Smith, Director of Communications at Civic Nebraska. Steve is a correspondent and speaker with more than 25 years of award-winning writing, editing, media relations, and public relations experience.

Adult Education: Community Conversations
2023-01-08 04:45 - 05:30
For many years, the Adult Education Committee has planned a Forum for the Sundays in January we call “Community Conversations.” Each Sunday features a leader from some arena in the public sphere. We have featured politicians, judges, School superintendents and others. All sessions begin at 10:45 am and end at 11:30 am.
Please plan to join us in the Lounge each of those four Sundays at 10:45 a.m. This year we will feature the topic: “When Public Decisions Affect Private Lives”.
We will welcome Rev. Dr. Carl Eskridge, who also is preaching during the worship hour (as he did on November 27). Carl has served as a legal mediator, served on the Lincoln City Council, and has retired from the State of Nebraska Office of Public Counsel. Carl is a great communicator and public servant who cares deeply for the community of Lincoln.
On Sunday, January 15, our guest will be Steve Smith, Director of Communications at Civic Nebraska. Steve is a correspondent and speaker with more than 25 years of award-winning writing, editing, media relations, and public relations experience.

Lunch Bunch
2023-01-03 05:30 - 07:00
Lunch Bunch | Tuesday, January 3 | 11:30 a.m. at Famous Dave’s
Lunch Bunch will meet at Famous Dave’s, 2750 Pine Lake Rd., on January 3 at 11:30 A.M.
RSVP to Jim Kinkennon @jimkinkennon@gmail.com.

Church Building Closed
2023-01-01 - 2023-01-02
Happy New Year from your friends at Westminster Presbyterian Church!
The building will be closed January 2, 2023 for the holiday.

Prairie Readers
2022-12-28 07:00 - 09:00
Prairie Readers will meet at 1:00 p.m. on December 28 in the Lounge. This will be a time to enjoy each other’s company, munch on goodies and watch a holiday film.

Ladies Night Out
2022-12-27 11:00 - 13:00
We will meet at Well & Good at the Scarlet Hotel on Innovation Campus 2101 Transformation Dr https://www.wellandgoodnebraska.com/

Church Building Closed for the Holiday
2022-12-25 - 2022-12-26

Christmas Eve Worship
2022-12-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-12-24 11:00 - 12:00
Christmas Schedule
December 24, 5 PM & 7 PM | Christmas Eve Worship Services: Brass, Choir and Candle Lighting, Sanctuary and Live Stream
December 25, 9:30 AM | Christmas Day Worship Service, Live Stream Only (no sanctuary worship)
December 26 | Church Building Closed for Holiday
January 1, 9:30 AM | Worship with Communion, Sanctuary and Live Stream

Lessons & Carols Service
2022-12-18 03:30 - 04:30
Westminster’s children and youth invite you to attend the children and youth led Lessons & Carols service on Sunday, December 18th at 9:30 AM.
If you have any questions, contact Trish at trish@westminsterlincoln.org.

LiNK Neighborhood Caroling
2022-12-14 11:30 - 13:30
LiNK Neighborhood Caroling
Join us for a meal in Cole Hall and then go caroling with us through the neighborhood. We’ll finish up with hot cocoa back at the church. Share with our neighbors the HOPE, LOVE, JOY and PEACE of Advent.

Adult Education
2022-12-11 04:40 - 06:00
On December 11 and 18, Pastor Jimmy will explore the Hebrew Bible’s root basis for two fixtures in the Christmas story: Dreams and Angels. Join us in the Lounge at 10:40 each of those two Sundays of Advent.

Adult Education Advent
2022-12-11 04:40 - 06:00
A Branch Shall Grow
Have you ever thought of Advent as a time of growth? Have you ever wondered if your neighbor would welcome an invitation to attend church with you? Isaiah begins chapter 11 with “A shoot shall come out from the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots.” What if we understood that that shoot, the Messiah, was calling us to be sharers of the Word not just hearers?
Join us in the Parlor at 10:40 a.m., Sunday, November 27, the First Sunday of Advent as we begin an exploration of the message for us this Advent 2022.
November 27 “The Good News for All Nations”: Isaiah 11:1-10 – Matthew 3:1-12
December 11 “The Holy Highway”: Isaiah 35:1-10 – Luke 1:46b-55
December 18 “Immanuel, God with Us”: Romans 1:1-7 – Matthew 1:18-25

Lunch Bunch
2022-12-06 05:30 - 07:00
Lunch Bunch will meet at Tico’s, 317 S 17th St, on Dec. 6 at 11:30 A.M.

RSVP to Jim Kinkennon at jimkinkennon@gmail.com.

Advent Workshop and Youth Group Baked Goods Auction
2022-12-04 04:30 - 05:00
Christmas is Coming! Advent Workshop
December 4, 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
We invite you to dive into the holiday season with the Advent Workshop. We will gather with the anticipation of great joy on the second Sunday of Advent, immediately after church to renew friendships, participate in the chili cook-off and compete for the coveted Silver Ladle Award, and enjoy cookies and fellowship at the children’s craft workshop.
If you are interested in taking part in the chili cook-off, please contact sarah.baltensperger@gmail.com.
Youth Group Baked Goods Auction December 4, 2022
The Westminster Youth Group will be holding an auction during the Advent Workshop to raise money for Angel Tree presents. The Youth Group will be baking or decorating baked goods for a silent auction, but we would like to call upon all of our talented and creative bakers to donate something special to the cause. Cakes, pies, brownies, bars, breads, or anything you would like to make is welcome. To contribute an item to the auction, please complete this form https://forms.gle/F3YnwA97dxXKmaDP6.

Holiday of Trees
2022-12-01 04:00 - 13:00
Holiday of Trees
The Heritage League is holding their 50th annual Holiday of Trees on Wed., Nov. 30 and Thurs., Dec. 1. The hours on Wed. are 10am to 8 pm and on Thurs. 10 am to 7 pm.
The admission is a donation at the door. Proceeds from this year’s ticket sales will go to the St. Elizabeth Hospital Burn Unit. Come and see the beautiful trees and enjoy some treats.
