The Vine May 27, 2007

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

May 27, 2007

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. If you've thought of singing in the choir but can't commit to Wednesday rehearsals, then here is your chance. You will enjoy getting to know new faces and having wonderful experiences in praising God together. Make a joyful noise!
 

Help Us With the             Vacation Bible School                     Beach Party   Please bring and deposit in collection box near east door:      • Empty toilet paper or paper towel tubes (need 275)      • Small baby food jars (need 60-75)      • 14 ½ oz. tin cans (need 60-75)      • Empty cereal boxes (need 60-75)      • Empty square tissue boxes (need 60-75)

               3rd Annual Classic Car Event
Do you have a classic car or truck from 1900 to 2007? If so, bring it to Westminster June 17th for our Classic Car Event. It's a wonderful time of fellowship and fun. After the 10:30 a.m. service those who wish can join us in going for a short drive followed by lunch (location to be decided). If interested, please contact Michael and Freda Gregg 423-3236, tobarcooran@aol.com; or Steve and Susie Hughes 783-2012, skh@navix.net.

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Adult Education
9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings

May 27: "How the Family Heals: A Workshop"
9:00 a.m. Fellowship Hall A
          Kathryn Govaerts and Judy McCallister 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's Neighborhood & Its Needs"
9:00 a.m. Fellowship Hall A
You're invited to attend a four-week seminar to familiarize you with Westminster's neighborhood and its needs, and to stimulate your thinking on how we might serve people of the neighborhood.

June 3 - Ed Zimmer, City of Lincoln Preservation Planner, "History of
          Westminster's Neighborhood" - (Meet in the Lounge)
June 10 - Lincoln Police Captain Bob Wilhelm, in charge of the city's
           southwest area, and People's City Mission Associate Director Jerry
           Owen, "Neighborhood's Need for Social Services"
June 17 - Dr. Gwen Bell, Assistant Principal, Prescott Elementary School,
           "Needs of the School that Serves the Westminster Neighborhood"
June 24 - NO CLASS - PRESBYTERIANS IN THE PARK - Antelope Park
July 1 - "Tell What You Think Westminster or its Members Might Do to
           Serve the Neighborhood"

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 Judge Arlen Beam.

"CROSSROADS"
Sundays - 9:00 a.m. - Library
          These young adults (18-30's) get together every Sunday
          morning with Dr. Gene Armstrong for indepth Biblical discussions
          reflecting on the words of prominent theologians and scholars as they
          open their minds to challenging issues. You are invited to join this
          time for fellowship and to study God's word!

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.

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.

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.
 

Now is the time to begin giving toward              your commitment to Westminster's              Second Century Campaign.

          Men's Tuesday Fellowship Breakfasts

All men are invited for Continental breakfast each Tuesday morning at 6:45 in the Parlor. A program follows at 7:00. We dismiss by 8:00. This Tuesday the program, "Cedars - A Life Line for Children and Youth" will be given by Katie McLeese Stephenson, Cedars Chief Operating Officer.

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. Those with reservations, bring your own table service and $6.00 for the catered dinner which begins at 5:45 p.m. in Cole Hall.

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

Kendra Shank, a distinctive New York-based vocalist will be the featured musician for the evening. Bring a blanket, dinner or just dessert to relax and enjoy an evening with new and old friends.

Leading the class is a great way to achieve your own Financial Peace! If you would be interested in leading an FPU class this summer (time/dates to be determined), please contact Jeff or Angela Pearson @ 325-0154 or angelapearson@hotmail.com. Class meetings are 2 hours, once a week, for 13 weeks. Teaching material is provided. You just need to know how to read and run a DVD player.

                           Dress is casual ~ don't forget:
          ☼  your sunglasses and/or a hat, water bottle
          ☼ a lawn chair and/or blanket to sit on (benches available, but
               may be in direct sunlight)
         ☼   a side dish or dessert according to your last name (see
              below)

11:30 a.m. Potluck at the Auld Recreation Center!
☼  Meat will be provided (free will offering)
☼  Westminster will provide drinks, utensils and plates

Please bring:
      A-M: dessert (w/serving spoon)
      N-Z: salad/side dish (w/serving spoon)

Remember:
         There will be an 8:00 a.m. service in the Chapel.
         Westminster Bible Class will meet at 9:00 in the Parlor.
         There will be NO Sunday School at 9:00 or 10:30
             worship service at Westminster that Sunday.

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Memorial Day Weekend: A Time to Remember

May is the month of Memorial Day. This is a 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.

 

    In gratitude to God for the life of R. Morgan Batten (Navy,
      Air Force, NE Air Guard, WWII, Korea) from Jody Batten
     and Family.
  In gratitude to God for the life of Lt. Colonel Robert (Bob)
     Colborn from sons Scott and Craig, and wife Gentry.
  In gratitude to God for the life of Kenneth J. and Elizabeth
     M. Feese from the George W. Peterson Family.
  In gratitude to God for the life of Rev. Robert L. Giles (U.S.
     Navy, Korea) from Jeanne Giles and Family.
  In gratitude to God for the life of Sgt. Thor Giles (U.S.
     Marines, Iraq - is on 3^rd deployment) from Jeanne Giles
     and Family.
  In gratitude to God for the lives of Presley P. Glenn and
     Carl J. McGrew (Navy, WWII) from Robert and Carol Jean
     Glenn.
  In gratitude to God for the life of Francis P. Goin (Army,
     WW II) from the Mike and Peggy Rasmussen.
  In gratitude to God for the life of Evelyn Peterson from
     George W. Peterson.
  In gratitude to God for the life of Henry and Evelyn
     Schiffler from Gail McNair.

Westminster Summer Office Hours May 29 - August 31 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. - Noon The office will be closed Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day

Serving Today:
USHERS: Jan Clark, Bob Dawson, Alex Freeman, Shayne Guyer, Larry Jurgens, Jennifer Lancaster, Michael Lancaster, Bob Morey, Ted Maude, Stacey Sipp, Ray Stevens, Alisha Stokes.
DEACONS: Nancy Stuckey, Kevin Pope, Terry Genrich
GREETERS: Lee Nyberg/Dave McBride
HOSTS: Larry and Vicki Jurgens/Rose Ann Dowty
ACOLYTES: Brittney Nelson/Dane Nelson

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.