<i>The Vine</i> May 20, 2007

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

May 20, 2007

Remember in Prayer Comfort for Cornell Arendt and Family on the death of his wife, Peg on May 13th.
2007 Confirmation Class: Preston Bradley, Claire Eckstrom, Avery Jaggers, Kyle Jaggers, Edison McDonald, Spencer Miller, Julia Otte, Melissa Schorr, Teylor Wolfe

Pentecost Sunday is May 27^th - Wear Red!

Help us to celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit - who first came to the church in the symbol of "tongues of fire." ( See Acts 2)

On the Calendar
Today Confirmation and Confirmation Brunch
May 27 Pentecost Sunday - Wear Red! No Sunday School
May 28 Memorial Day - building closed
June 3 Communion / Baccalaureate / Teacher Appreciation
9:00 a.m. Baccalaureate Breakfast
10:45 a.m. Summer Sunday School

Congratulations, Graduates! Baccalaureate Sunday is June 3. High school graduates and their families are invited to brunch at 9 a.m., followed by recognition during the 10:30 worship services. Please call Carol Boehler (308-991-8259) for more information or to make your reservation.

SUMMER CHOIR Please join and sing in the Summer Choir, Sundays in June and August. The choir will meet at 9:30 a.m. in the choir loft (at the Antelope Park band shell on June 24 for Presbyterians in Park). Have you thought of singing in the choir but can't commit to Wednesday rehearsals? Here is your chance. You would enjoy getting to know new faces and having wonderful experiences in praising God together. Make a joyful noise!

Jazz in June with Small Groups Come celebrate the beginning of Summer and the end of our Small Group Spring study, "Listening for God" with an evening of fun, fellowship and Jazz!

Tuesday, June 5th, 7 p.m. (Meet at 6:30 p.m.-Look for the huge bunch of yellow balloons!)Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery West Plaza, 12th& R Streets

      We cannot finish until we first begin.
      Your commitment to Westminster's
      Second Century Campaign does not
      begin until you have made your first
      gift. If you have not begun your giving
      to the campaign begin this week.

Adult Education
9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings

"Healing in Body and Spirit" - Fellowship Hall A
Today: Blake Waggoner "One Community, One Africa"
          Blake Waggoner offers a look at how we, as a Christian
          community, can provide a healing to victims of AIDS and
          warfare in Africa. This presentation is based on his junior
          thesis that deals with the HIV crisis and the conflict in
          Darfur.
May 27: Dr. Kathryn Govaerts and Judy McAllister "How
         the Family Heals: A Workshop." Kathryn and Judy have
         both spent years in private practice assisting families in the
         healing process. They will offer their expertise in a
         workshop where participants can look broadly at how they
         can approach healing in their own families.

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 today is Steve
          Solomon.

"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!

          "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.

Journeying Together
A New Member Class If you are interested in becoming a member of Westminster, and would like to join a 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.

SUMMER KNIT TOGETHER *Starting Wednesday, June 13; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the library*
In conjunction with Outreach and Small Groups, Knit Together is starting a summer group. We will have a mission and spiritual growth focus in addition to knitting or other handwork. Come to learn to knit or bring any handwork. We would love to have YOU come! Questions? Francy Scheele--477-1102

Presbyterians in the Park Join us for 10:30 a.m. worship Sunday June 24^th in Antelope Park at the band shell. Following worship we will have a potluck lunch at the Auld Recreation Center. It is a wonderful opportunity to invite a friend to worship in a relaxed setting and enjoy good food and fellowship. Watch the Vine and Messenger for more information.
Nomination Forms Available Tell the Nominating Committee how God is activating the congregation. Give prayerful consideration to nominating yourself or another congregation member for church office. If your gifts make you a good candidate for church office, please nominate yourself. If you know of another congregation member well suited to serving God and Westminster by serving as a church officer, please nominate that person.

The congregation's nominating committee is meeting now, to choose the slate of officers to be voted upon in November, 2007. Nomination forms are available in the Nominating Committee mailbox located behind the reception desk.

Any questions? Talk to a nominating committee member: Cori Amend, Jody Batten, Joe Binge, Barbara McCall, Faye Moulton, Harry Seward, Dan Wherry, Judy White (Moderator), Harry Wimer or Barbara Wright-Chollet.

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.

             Youth Group
           Junior High - 5:00 p.m.
          Senior High - 6:15 p.m.

Join us for: high energy activities, high energy discussions and high energy food.

Taiz� Worship Tonight Taiz� worship will be tonight in the chapel at 7:30. The Pentecost liturgists will be Karla Bachman and Don Endacott. Music will be provided by Darin Anderson, Preston Bradley, Jon Jackson and Boyd Bacon. All are welcome.

Men's Tuesday Fellowship Breakfasts
All men are welcome to join some Westminster men each Tuesday morning in the Parlor. At 6:45 we have a Continental breakfast ($2 & FREE to 1^st Timers), then enjoy a program at 7:00. We dismiss by 8:00. This Tuesday the program "Bryan-Serving Lincoln and Nebraska" will be presented by Eric Hoesing, Director of Cardiac and Vascular Services, Bryan LGH Medical Center.

Westminster Club - May 29 On May 29th, Dave Tittarington, owner of Wild Bird Habitat, will present the final program of the year on bird watching. Here's a chance to learn how to increase you Life List of bird sightings!

Bring your own table service and $6.00 for the catered dinner which begins at 5:45 p.m. in Cole Hall. If you have not been called, because of Memorial Day, reservations must be called to the Church Office by FRIDAY, MAY 25.

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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Memorial Day Weekend: A Time to Remember May is the month of Memorial Day. This is the time of year when our thoughts go to both those who served in the military in duty and sacrificed for their country, as well as to family and friends who are no longer with us. We are grateful to God for the gift of their lives.

We have found it can be very meaningful to remember these friends and loved ones with a gift that expresses our gratitude to God for their lives. You may do so through a gift to one of the Westminster Endowment Funds:

Mission Endowment: Aid for the needy; development of new mission activities and projects.
Education Endowment: Support high quality Christian Education activities.
Facilities Endowment: Support the maintenance of Westminster's physical facilities.
Music & Worship Endowment: Enrich the spiritual life of the church by supporting dynamic music activities.
Special Ministries Endowment: Support leadership training and ministries beyond current budget abilities.
General Purpose Endowment: Flexible endowment to meet new and unique opportunities available to the congregation.

Recognition will be made in worship on May 27. In order to allow time to prepare, please send your order with your gift of any amount by May 23, payable to the Westminster Foundation to Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2110 Sheridan Blvd., Lincoln, NE 68502, or call 475-6702. Please designate which Endowment you would like it to be credited to.

Please state what you would like printed in the bulletins:

In gratitude to God for the life of_______________________,

Optional: Branch of Military: ____________________

WWII Korea Vietnam Gulf Iraq Other:_____________

I/We would like to make a gift of $____________ for the : (please check)

___$10 ___$25 ___$50 ___$100 ___Other

     □ Mission Endowment
     □ Education Endowment
     □ Music and Worship Endowment
     □ Facilities Endowment
     □ Special Ministries Endowment
     □ General Purpose Endowment

From: (Your name or family names)______________________

Serving Today:
USHERS: Kristin Adkins, Matt Bergmeyer, John Hergert, Cliff Holletelle, Marcia Hollestelle, Chip DeBuse, Jenny Larson, Steve Larson, Alyssa McBride, Gage Parker, Sarah Parker, Amy Sovereign
DEACONS: Benton Whaley, Ken Kutscher, Jeremy Gegg, John
Clark
GREETERS: Jon Jackson/Julie Olson
HOSTS: Ruth and Bob Morin/Wendi Coffman
ACOLYTES: Blythe Guyer/Charlotte Guyer

CHURCH SACRAMENTS The next communion will be June 3^rd. Baptism will be July 8^th, please call Marge 475-6702, by June 20^th.

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.

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 May 20, 2007