<i>The Vine</i> April 1, 2007

"I am the vine,
you are the branches..."

April 1, 2007

Today Palm Sunday - Communion
                 Children's Procession of the Palms

April 5 7:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday - Communion

April 6 Good Friday - "Passion Story from The Gospel
                                         According to John"
          Noon (Chapel) Reader's Theatre - Youth Group & More
          7:30 p.m. Drama - Westminster Chancel Drama

* Reader's Theatre/ Drama - directly from The Gospel (John18 &
19:1-16). The congregation will take part as a crowd.
Selection from "The Crucifixion" by John Stainer
(7:30 p.m. only) - Westminster Choir

April 8 Easter - Worship: "Choosing Resurrection"
                                      7:00 a.m. - Chapel
                                      9:00 & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
                                      8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Deacon's Breakfast

Easter Morning Breakfast The Westminster Deacons will serve breakfast from 8:0

0 - 11:00 a.m. Easter morning in Fellowship Hall. It will consist of frittata, sausage, fruit, cinnamon rolls, coffee and juice. A free will offering will be collected. Additional cinnamon rolls will be available for $5.00 per dozen. To pre-order rolls, call the church, 475-6702 by April 5^th.

Scottish Heritage Sunday On April 29^th, Westminster will celebrate our Scottish heritage. Bagpipers will lead both the 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services. Everyone is invited to march in procession, led by the bagpipers and our traditional banners. Please gather in the chapel at 10 a.m. We will have the Kirkin O' the Tartans, one of Westminster's traditions. Everyone is encouraged to bring your clan's plaids. If you don't have Scottish blood, create a clan name, and bring your plaids. The celebration of Westminster's heritage is for ALL!! Kilts are encouraged.

Lads and Lassies are invited to try their hand at the Children's Highland Games following 10:30 a.m. worship. Toss a Caber, participate in the Burlap Troosers Race, see how high you can Toss a Sheaf!

Prime Time Prime Time supper group will meet Friday April 13^th at**6 p.m. for their annual progressive dinner. Each participant is asked to bring an appetizer, salad, or dessert. The main dish will be provided. For reservations and food assignments please call David and Linda Miller at 423-1311 or Michael and Freda Gregg at 423-3236. Please reserve by April 9^th. Names of hosts/hostesses and addresses will be sent to participants by e-mail after April 9th. **Note time change.

Hostamania - April 22 Gardeners and lovers of spring, Hostamania is for you! It's a great time to share plants and baked goods. Donate and shop. The proceeds will be used to support our international friendship with the church in Lohmen, Germany. This fall a group of 16, including our pastor, will travel to Germany. Unsold plant materials will be given to beautify Camp Calvin Crest.

Adult Education
9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings

Holy Land: Images and Perceptions
Fellowship Hall A&B
Today: Dr. Donald McCall will present a visual and narrative
          tour of the City of Jerusalem focusing upon the gates of the
          city. The program will conclude with a brief history of the
          Golden Gate. (Mark 11:8-11)
April 15: Tom Osborne will share his recent trip to the Holy
           Land. The former Husker coach and U.S. Representative
           has a great story to tell.

"Healing in Body and Spirit" - Fellowship Hall A
April 29: Stephen Ministry Leadership Team - "Healing in
          Body and Spirit" - This seminar will introduce the concept
          of caregiving as a Stephen Minister. We will investigate
          psychological healing, the struggles of adult care givers,Z
          managing disease and overcoming bias and healing
          through faith.

Westminster Bible Class - 9:00 a.m.-Sundays-Parlor
          Westminster Bible Class follows the Bible Study series,
          THE PRESENT WORD. We welcome visitors and new
          members. Leading the study on Revelation today is Ken
          Govaerts. The class will not meet on Easter.

"CROSSROADS"
Sundays - 9:00 a.m. - Library
This group of young 18-30's adults meets every Sunday
              morning for great discussions, in-depth Bible study,
             Christian fellowship, and service! Recently, "The
             Gathering Place" was fortunate to have several members
             of this class serving the many needy and homeless that
             come to eat.

             "Crossroads" reflects on the words of prominent
             scholars as they open their Bibles and minds to
             challenging issues. Dr. Gene Armstrong leads the
             discussion. Join us for growth and friendship. The class
             will not meet on Easter.

Second Century Campaign Brunch Sunday's brunch was a big success! A special thanks to my co-leaders Jane Allman, Ginny Rohrbaugh and Lavon McBride. Also special appreciation to Sherry Schafer, Jean Patoka, the very helpful Hospitality Committee and others who helped. Our Westminster staff is always there to help. May God bless and keep you in His loving care.
Ginny Hand, Special Event Co-Leader

L.E.A.D. 2007 A day of learning and celebration to expand knowledge, develop practical leadership skills and focus your Christian calling. This educational event will be Saturday, April 21^st at Westminster. A combined choir will sing during the opening worship at 9:00 a.m., and will rehearse prior to the service. The workshops offered are sponsored by the Presbytery, and are open to everyone. The workshops are listed in the L.E.A.D. insert today. Information and a brochure/registration form can be also be downloaded from the Homestead Presbytery website, www.homesteadpres.org.
Men's Tuesday Fellowship Breakfasts All men are welcome to join a group of Westminster men each Tuesday morning in the Parlor. At 6:45 we have a Continental

breakfast ($2 and FREE to 1^st Timers), then enjoy a good program following at 7:00. We dismiss by 8:00. This Tuesday Rev. Ellen Davis will present a Bible study.

Swanson Scholarship The Swanson Scholarship Fund is a generous expression by the donors of their faith in Christ and the importance of continuing education to the Christian life. The scholarship provides financial support for undergraduate education. Applications are available in the church office.

"One Great Hour of Sharing" Offering Today Since 1949, Presbyterians have joined with millions of other Christians through One Great Hour of Sharing to share God's love with people experiencing need. Our gifts support ministries of disaster response, refugee assistance and resettlement, and community development that help people find safe refuge, start new lives, and work together to strengthen their families and communities.

Recognizing that the hope we have in Christ is lived out in our hope for one another, we respond with gifts that help around the world. One Great Hour of Sharing offering envelopes are available today for you to share in this offering.

Youth Group Tonight
5:00 p.m. Middle School Youth Group
6:45 p.m. Senior High Youth Group

        April 6^th- Good Friday:
                      3:00 -7:00 p.m.   Serve at Matt Talbots Kitchen
       April 8^th - Easter   No Youth Group

Beach Party:
Surfing Through The Scriptures!
July 9-13, 2007 9:00-Noon

Calling all youth and adults that like to have fun in the summer...
WE NEED YOU! Crafters and Artists! Gamers and Foodies! Musicians and Actors! Storytellers and Decorators! There's something for everyone! Your help is needed to make this the most successful, fun-filled Vacation Bible School in years. Sign up on the board in the Garden Room or contact Betsy for more information.

Journeying Together
A New Member Class If you are interested in becoming a member of Westminster, and would like to join the next new member class, please mark the ritual of friendship pad, speak to Rev. McDonald or Rev. Dingman following worship, or call Marge at 475-6702.

Worshipers are Invited to join in a time of hospitality and Christian fellowship before and after 10:30 a.m. worship. Coffee, juice and donut holes are provided by Food and Festivities Ministry in the Garden Room.

2007 Easter Lily Order Share the joy of Easter! This year you can either order a lily in memory or honor of a loved one to be displayed in the chancel on Easter morning, or donate money in memory or in honor of a loved one to one of the Westminster Endowment Funds. Specify all information on the form below and return to Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2110 Sheridan Blvd., Lincoln, NE 68502, attention: Jean. If mailed, designate 'lily' on your envelope. Cost of each lily is $14.00 and endowments may be any amount; checks should be made payable to Westminster and designated 'lily'. Orders must be received by April 4^th to be included in the order of worship. Write down the following information and mail to Westminster.

I would like to purchase lily(ies).
And/Or
I/We would like to make a gift of $ ____________
for the: ( please check one )

_________Mission Endowment
_________Education Endowment
_________Music and Worship Endowment
_________Facilities Endowment
_________Special Ministries Endowment
_________General Purpose Endowment

Given by _____________________________
In loving memory of ____________________
OR
In honor of ___________________________

______ I will take my lily home following the 11:00 am worship service.

_______The Deacons may deliver my lily to the elderly and homebound.

Serving Today:
USHERS: Jan Clark, Bob Dawson, Alex Freeman, Shayne Guyer, Larry Jurgens, Jennifer Lancaster, Michael Lancaster, Bob Morey, Ginny Rohrbaugh, Stacey Sipp, Ray Stevens, Alisha Stokes.
DEACONS: Harry Wimer, Terry Genrich, Kevin Bryson
GREETERS: Marilyn Groff/Susie Hughes
HOSTS: Elb and Gen Schmidt
ACOLYTES: Dane Nelson/Brittney Nelson

Westminster Presbyterian Church 2110 Sheridan Blvd. Lincoln, Nebraska Ph. 402-475-6702; Fax: 475-3148 www.westminsterlincoln.org
Pastor	Reverend Dr. Andrew L. McDonald, x 110
Associate Pastor	Reverend Sara Dingman, x 116
Parish Associate	Reverend Ellen Davis, x117
Business Administrator	Cheryl Rennick, x 105
Director of Fine Arts	Boyd Bacon, x 111
Associate Director of Music and Fine Arts	Dr. Masako Nakamura, x 111
Director of Youth Ministry	Alice Mares, x 107
Preschool Director	JoEllen Beil, x 103
Director of Children's Ministries	Betsy Guyer, x 104
Administrative Secretary	Marge Tomlinson, x 102
Receptionist/Secretary	Jean Kutscher, x 101
Custodians/Maintenance	Edina Bilic, Richard Gruenemeyer, Mehmedalija Plicanic

The Vine April 1, 2007