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"I am the vine,
you are the branches..." |
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Remember in Prayer
Hospitalized:
Ray Brown
at Saint Elizabeth's, Katherine Wild at Mayo Clinic.
Presbyterians in the Park
Antelope Park
Today - 10:30 a.m.
We are grateful to the
following musicians for providing their musical gifts for
this morning's worship in the park:
Scott Colborn, guitar
Dane Ross, guitar
Jon Jackson, bass guitar
Ben Kessler, percussion
Will Rennick, percussion
Please join us in the
Auld Pavilion after worship for a Potluck lunch.
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On the Calendar
Today
10:30 a.m. Presbyterians in the Park
11:30 a.m. Potluck lunch in Auld
Pavilion
July 1 Communion
July 9-13 9:00 a.m. - Noon Vacation
Church School
July 30-August 3 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Creative Arts Camp |
Mission for the Whole Family
Westminster has a wonderful opportunity to share with
you! On the second and third Friday evenings of each month, we serve
dinner to Lincoln's homeless and working poor at The Gathering Place
(1448 E Street). All of the food and drinks are provided - we simply
help serve dinner and clean up. Dinner is 5:00-6:00, and the total
time commitment is approximately 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Would you and your family, or your group of friends, your PW
Circle, Small Group or Men's Fellowship Group (or any other group!)
like to volunteer one Friday afternoon? It works best to have a
group of 5-6 people serving, but there have also been small groups
of 4 and large groups of 8.
Openings are for the second and third Fridays in July and
continues through autumn. You can sign up to volunteer either
individually or as a group. A team leader is helpful. Children who
can do something simple like handing out plates or bread are very
welcome to help serve, as long as a parent supervises.
It is so rewarding to help our "neighbors in need." So take a
risk and sign up today! Do see Pastor Sara with any questions.
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2007 Church Budget Pledge
Report |
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2007 Paid to Date |
2007 Total Pledged |
% of Pledges
Paid to Date |
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$400,876 |
$777,608 |
51.55% |
Adult
Education
9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings
Serving One; Serving Many
Today NO
CLASS - PRESBYTERIANS IN THE PARK
- Antelope Park
July 1 "Tell What You Think Westminster or
its Members Might
Do to Serve the Neighborhood"
In July, the adult education seminar
will take a brief look at Westminster's mission projects. Each of
the seminars will include a brief history, the current status of the
mission project and the goals for the future. Included in this
seminar, along with the final installment of our look at the
Sheridan community, will be a look at the Lohmen relationship and a
report from the Pearlington mission team. Watch the Vine for further
information.
Westminster Bible Class
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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
Rabbi Emmanuel.
"CROSSROADS"
Sundays - 9:00 a.m. - Library
These young adults (18-30's) get together every Sunday
morning with Dr. Gene
Armstrong for in-depth 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 fellowship
and time to study God's
word!
Coming in September...
Westminster will begin a new churchwide small group experience based
on Rabbi Harold Kushner's bestseller "Living a Life That
Matters." For eight weeks small groups will draw on Kushner's
stories, on current events, and above all on the biblical story of
Jacob -- the worldy trickster who evolves into a man of God -- and
address some of the most persistent dilemmas of the human condition.
Registration will begin Sunday, August 26. Small groups will
start meeting the week of Sunday, September 9. At this time Small
Group Ministry is recruiting small group leaders. Could God be
calling you to shepherd a small group? We will offer special
training sessions for small group leaders on Sunday mornings in
July. Please see Kathy Collins or Pastor Sara if you would like to
get involved early!
"Keep up the good work!
Westminster is growing
stronger
with your commitment to
the
Second Century Campaign."
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Nomination Forms Available
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. Any questions? Talk to a
nominating committee member: Cori Amend, Jody Batten, Joe Binge,
Barbara McCall, Faye Moulton, Lee Nyberg, Harry Seward, Dan Wherry,
Judy White (Moderator), Harry Wimer or Barbara Wright-Chollet.
Summer Knit Together
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Library
In conjunction with Outreach and Small Groups, Knit Together has
started a summer group. We have a mission and spiritual growth focus
in addition to knitting or other handwork. Come to learn to knit or
bring any handwork. Questions? Francy Scheele--477-1102
Men's Tuesday Fellowship Breakfasts
All men are invited for a 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 will be presented by
Patrick McCarthy, Executive Director , Lincoln Crisis Pregnancy
Center. For additional information on the center's activities
log on to:
www.lincolncrisispregnancycenter.org.
Beach Party:
Surfing Through The Scriptures!
July 9-13, 2007 9:00-Noon
VBS is sure to be a big SPLASH this year! Join the fun as
we surf through the scriptures! We'll have wet and wild
games, super music, creative crafts, exciting science, cool
snacks and so much more! If your child is not signed up yet,
you can still register them by calling Betsy, 475-6702.
To help with supplies, please bring the following
items to the collection box near east entrance:
• 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) |
CREATIVE ARTS CAMP
July 30-August 3
9:00 -11:30 a.m.
K - 5th Grade (this fall)
"Traveling Creatively Through God's World"
Let's explore together God's world. It is a mystery tour! Children
will enjoy diverse activity with experts in each area. Get on board
now!!! Registration forms are available in the information rack near
the reception area or the west entrance, or contact Masako
(475-6702x111 or md@westminsterlincoln.org). We need
volunteers to help. Please contact Masako.
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Westminster Summer Office Hours
Through August 31st
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. - Noon |
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, Brian Lammers, Kevin Bryson
GREETERS: Tom Champoux/Christy Dempsey
CHURCH SACRAMENTS The next communion will be July 1st.
Baptism will be August 12th, please call Marge 475-6702,
by July 25th.
Worshipers are Invited
to join in a time of hospitality and
Christian fellowship after the 10:30 service today at a potluck
luncheon in the Auld Pavilion at Antelope Park. The main dish will
be provided by the Food, Fun and Festivities Committee.
Westminster Presbyterian Church
2110 Sheridan Blvd. Lincoln, Nebraska
Ph. 402-475-6702; Fax: 475-3148
www.westminsterlincoln.org |
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Pastor |
Reverend Dr. Andrew L. McDonald, x 110 |
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Associate Pastor |
Reverend Sara Dingman, x 116 |
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Parish
Associate |
Reverend Ellen Davis, x117 |
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Business
Administrator |
Cheryl Rennick, x 105 |
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Director
of Fine Arts |
Boyd Bacon, x 111 |
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Associate Director of Music and Fine
Arts |
Dr. Masako Nakamura, x 111 |
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Preschool Director |
JoEllen Beil, x 103 |
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Director
of Children's Ministries |
Betsy Guyer, x 104 |
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Administrative Secretary |
Marge Tomlinson, x 102 |
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Receptionist/Secretary |
Jean Kutscher, x 101 |
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Custodians/Maintenance |
Edina Bilic, Richard Gruenemeyer,
Mehmedalija Plicanic |
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