BASKETBALL LEAGUES
This is a recreational opportunity in which 10+ teams and 15+ adult coaches participate in the St. Paul and YMCA leagues. Well over 100 children play basketball, aged 6-18. The season runs from roughly the first week in December to the first week in March. Teams meet here for practice several times a week. Games are played on Saturday mornings at various locations including our gym. The season closes with a special party for all involved.
LAY RENEWAL
Every few years, Westminster has a lay renewal aimed at strengthening each member's faith and drawing us into a closer relationship with the Lord. Over several days and nights, the congregation meets together for special times of meals, small group fellowship, preaching, teaching, Bible study, personal testimonies, and worship. These events are in addition to regularly scheduled events in the life of our church. The lay renewal is led by members of the Westminster community as well as by special guests from other churches.
SMALL GROUPS
At present, there are several small groups that meet in homes for a more intimate time of prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. In most cases these groups have been initiated by lay members of the Westminster community. The formation of these groups is greatly encouraged and church leaders are developing strategies that would facilitate a growth in the number of these opportunities. Presently, there are men's Bible studies meeting Monday & Wednesday during the lunch hour at a local restaurant and two women's Bible studies meeting in the Church Parlor. Please watch the bulletin and newsletter for dates and times.
39'ERS
Dedicated to supporting one another in times of sickness, injury, grief, and loneliness, the 39'ERS of Westminster and their friends, aged 55+, get together each month. Generally, this gathering consists of a covered-dish luncheon followed by a program featuring a speaker or singer, a musical, a movie or another type of entertainment. During the summer months outings are held at members' homes where lakeside picnics and pontoon outings are a must. Additionally there are special Christmas programs and occasional gatherings at local restaurants. As part of their mission outreach the 39'ERS support the After Care program and other charitable organizations. This is a wonderfully active ministry blessed by strong ties of Christian fellowship.
Point Person: Kitty Wilson, 585-1412
SPECIAL GUESTS
At different times of the year, whether in worship, Sunday School, or in connection with special sit-down meals, Westminster hosts a variety of guests. For example, inspirational talks on the Bible and Christian living have been given by Ron Levin, an accomplished author who, as a Jew, now knows Jesus as his Lord; Paul Eckel, a renowned preacher and teacher, and John Tolson, founder of the Gathering of Men. We have been blessed with visits from missionaries we support in such places as Ghana and the Ukraine. We also have been fortunate to host Susan Werner and Dawn Smith who blessed us with their beautiful voices lifted to the Lord in song.
PICNICS, BRUNCHES, COVERED DISH DINNERS
Twice a year, the congregation of Westminster gathers after worship for fellowship, fun, and food. Also, on several occasions during the year, we have fellowship brunches for the adults during the Sunday School hour. We meet for these in the Fellowship Hall. Finally, Westminster families have been gathering in the gym for a covered dish dinner to accompany the childrens' musicals. All of these events are usually well attended and they present great opportunities to meet new people.
