The Vine April 15, 2007

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

April 15, 2007

Baptism at 10:30 worship today:     
   Siena Emilia, daughter of Tafe and Davidé Bergo;     
   Nicholas David James, son of Katherine and James   
   Brandenburg.

Journeying Together - A New Member Class A three week new member class begins Sunday, April 22^nd in the church lounge. If you are interested in becoming a member of Westminster, and would like to join the next new member class, please mark the red ritual of friendship pew pad, speak to Dr. McDonald or Rev. Dingman following worship, or call Marge at 475-6702.

Scottish Heritage Sunday Westminster will celebrate our Scottish heritage April 29^th. Bagpipers will be leading music at both 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. services, and leading a parade around the block. Bring your tartan (plaid) for a blessing. Not Scottish? No problem. Make up a clan name and bring something plaid.

Savour the flavour of Scottish Food! Put some puff into ‘yer cheeks on Heritage Sunday. After 10:30 worship, Food Fun and Festivities will provide some royal treats of Scotland.

Lads and Lassies are invited to try their hand at the Highland Games following 10:30 worship. Toss a Caber, participate in the Burlap Troosers Race, see how high you can Toss a Sheaf, be part of a "live chess game!" Kilts are encouraged but not required. All ages are invited to join us for a fun day of food, games and fellowship.
 

On the Calendar
Today April 22 April 29	5:00 p.m.   Middle School Youth Group 6:45 p.m.   Senior High Youth Group 7:30 p.m.   Taizé Hostamania!, Foundation Luncheon Scottish Heritage Celebration

Taizé Prayer Service Tonight Taizé [Tuh ZAY], if you don't remember or know, is a contemplative service of simple, but rich music, scripture, prayer, and silence - with lots of candles. It is about 45 minutes long. Come to the chapel at 7:30 tonight and see what you think. Also: On Sunday, April 29 a Taizé service will be held at Holy Family Shrine at 8:00 p.m. (Larry the Cable Guy called HFS the big glass empty church on I-80 when he was interviewed about Nebraska's 7 wonders.) All are welcome.

Hostamania! - April 22^nd Hostamania is one week from today. Don't assume from the name Hostamania that only hostas will be there. (The name came from our first plant sale when a huge boost came from Clay Bradley because he was renovating his beds; he dug out and potted over 30 hostas - the rest is horticultural history.) With our crazy spring there will be just enough time to see what's available to contribute. Please do that for our Lohmen group. Whatever we earn by our member's generosity - by the plant materials they donate and the payments for what is purchased - will support the exciting mission trip to Germany this October. [Aside - there is unexpected space available. 10 days in Germany for $1000? No joke!] Call Tom Pappas 484-8467 if you need some help digging items or wonder about traveling to Lohmen.
3^rd Annual Classic Car Event  Do you have a classic car or truck from 1900 to 2007?
If so, bring it to Westminster June 17^th for our Classic Car Event. Don't miss this. It's a wonderful time of fellowship and fun. Watch the Messenger and Vine for more information.

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Adult Education
9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings

"Holy Land: Images and Perceptions"
Today - Fellowship Hall A&B
          Westminster is delighted to welcome Rep. Tom
          Osborne, former Husker head-coach, who has recently
          returned from a trip to the Holy Land. He is a great
          storyteller, and his recent political office gives him great
          insights into this troubled region. Come hear his journey of
          faith and growth.

"Latino Immigration Issue" - Cole Hall
April 22: Will Kramer, student at Hastings College, will present
          facts and concerns on Latino immigration.

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

Westminster Bible Class - 9:00 a.m.-Sundays-Parlor
          Westminster Bible Class follows the weekly Bible Study
          series, THE PRESENT WORD. We welcome visitors and
          new members. Leading the study on Revelation today is
          Rev. Ellen Davis.

"CROSSROADS"
Sundays - 9:00 a.m. - Library
This group of young adults (18-30's) meets Sunday
mornings 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 Lincoln's many needy and homeless who 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.

All men are welcome to join a group of Westminster men each Tuesday morning in the Parlor. At 6:45 we have a Continentalbreakfast ($2 and FREE to 1st Timers), then enjoy a good program at 7:00. We dismiss by 8:00. This Tuesday, Rev. Dr. Andrew McDonald will present a Bible study.

NEEDED: builders, carpenters, cleaners, cooks, drivers, electricians, magicians (just kidding), homemakers, painters, Stephen Ministers, storytellers, and so much more!

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.