The Vine September 9, 2007

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

Journeying Together:            Westminster's        New Member Class If you are interested in becoming a member of Westminster and would like to attend a new member class, please mark the ritual of friendship pad during worship, speak to Dr. McDonald or Rev. Dingman, or call Marge at 475-6702. Our next class begins Sunday, September 16th, 9:00 a.m. in the Lounge.

 

"Living a Life That Matters"Small groups are starting this week and next week - - there is still time to register in the Garden Room. Small Group recognition is next Sunday, September 16^th.

Presbyterian Women: Please mark your calendars for Sunday, September 23^rd. With a national history of more than 200 years, and more than 300,000 members, you are part of a powerful network of women who support the great mission of PC(USA). We want to recognize YOU and YOUR CIRCLE during the 10:30 worship service on Sep 23! See Pastor Sara for more details.

Cookie bakers needed! September 30^th is Friendship Home's Safe Quarters Sunday, and we want to offer a cookie reception after 10:30 worship. Please see Pastor Sara or make a note on the pew pad if you would be willing to bake and decorate 2 dozen sugar cookies. Thanks!

Adult Education
9:00 a.m. Sunday Mornings

In conjunction with our Eco-Fair , Adult Education is proud to present a series of seminars from experts in energy sources and planet conservation.

Today - Ecology Fair - no seminar. Come to Fellowship
           Hall and learn simple ways to enjoy the bounty of the earth
           and how to protect its beauty. Many earth-friendly
           organizations are in Fellowship Hall today to share their
           ideas and methods of ecology.

Sept. 16 - Dr. Jerry Hudgins, Chair of Electrical Engineering at
           the University of Nebraska will present "Sustainable
           Energy and Realistic Constraints" in which he will look
           at the future of renewable energy sources.

Sept. 23 - Marian Langan, Director of the Spring Creek
           Audubon Center will present "Nebraska's Tallgrass
           Prairie: History or Legacy?" where she will discuss the
           role of the prairie in Nebraska's history as well as the
           challenges to the future of the grasslands.

Sept. 30 - Dr. John Janovy - Varner Professor of Biological
           Sciences and author of Ten Minute Ecologist, will discuss
           his work.

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 Bill Palmer.

"CROSSROADS"
Sundays - 9:00 a.m. - Library

       
          These young adults (18-30's) invite you to join them every
          Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. in the library for Bible study,
          great discussions, and Christian fellowship!

          Today, "Crossroads" is beginning the 8 week study of the
          book, "Living A Life That Matters," by Harold S. Kushner.
          This promises to be an excellent study and the book is
          available for purchase. We encourage you to sign up in the
          Garden room and become part of "Crossroads!"

In keeping with the Campaign's commitment to use the funds raised for payment of existing debt, we have paid $150,000 on our debt and almost have our next $50,000 payment.  Your continued response to our Second Century Campaign is truly appreciated.

October Newsletter Deadline It's time to submit your articles for the October newsletter, The Second Century Messenger. Please email your articles to jean@westminsterlincoln.org no later than Monday, September 17^th.

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Lunch Bunch The Lunch Bunch will visit Beacon Hill Restaurant on North 27^th Street Tuesday, September 11^th at 12:30 p.m. Lunch Bunch offers a time of food and conversation and is open to everyone. Rides are available for shut-in's and a car pool will leave the church at noon. Call the church office, 475-6702, or Jeanne Giles, 484-6651, if you need a ride.
 

Prime Time Prime Time, a potluck social group will start their fall meetings on Friday, September 14^th at 6:30 p.m. in Cole Hall. Beth Hamilton will present the program, "What is Your Ecological Footprint." Michael and Freda Gregg and Dave and Linda Miller are hosts and hostesses for this kickoff meeting. Please bring a favorite dish to share. Drinks and table service will be provided.

 

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"What About the Holy Spirit?" will be presented by Keith Ghormley, Youth Pastor, Zion Presbyterian Church.

KNIT TOGETHER You are invited to join Knit Together, a small group at Westminster. We meet Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., after WOW dinner. We make mission projects, share faith experiences and knit our own projects (or other hand work). All ages and experience levels are welcome. Come learn with us. Questions: Call Francy Scheele, 4771102. 

The Sr. Adult Fall Celebration, Sept. 19-20
Calvin Crest Camp, Conference and Retreat Center Join with friends and neighbors for a special two day "Fall Celebration" planned especially for senior citizens. You'll have a wonderful time of fellowship, learning, entertainment and worship. Brochures with complete details are available in the information rack near Westminster's east entrance.

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Former PC(USA) Moderator
Rev. Dr. Jack Rogers
Will Bring His Powerful Message
of Inclusivity to Lincoln
Jack Rogers, Moderator of the 213th General Assembly of the PC(USA) and professor of theology emeritus at San Francisco Theological Seminary, is the author of a new book, Jesus, The Bible and Homosexuality: Explode the Myths, Heal the Church.  After intense study, prayer and reflection, Dr. Rogers has made a complete about-face in his convictions regarding homosexuality.

Dr. Rogers has an important message to share, and he's bringing it to Lincoln this fall. As part of his Midwest Book Tour, Dr. Rogers will speak at Westminster Presbyterian Church on Friday, September 28th. The dinner and program will begin at 5:45 p.m. (Appetizers) (Dinner at 6:30 p.m.) and book sales/signing will continue at the conclusion of the program. The public is invited to attend. Charge for the dinner is $20.00.

Friday, September 28, 5:45 p.m. Gathering,
6:30 p.m. Dinner, 7:15 p.m. Program
Westminster Presbyterian Church
2110 Sheridan Blvd., Lincoln

For reservations: 402-475-6702 or e-mail marge@westminsterlincoln.org

Dr. Rogers will speak at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, September 19. The brunch and program will begin at 11 a.m. and book sales/signing will continue at the conclusion of the program. The public is invited to attend.  Charge for the brunch is $5.00.
Saturday, September 29 - 11:00 a.m.
First Presbyterian Church
840 S. 17th Street, Lincoln
402-477-6037 or e-mail
johnston1st@hotmail.com

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Serving Today:
USHERS: Matt Bergmeyer, John Hergert, Cliff Holletelle, Marcia Hollestelle, Lesley Jaggers, Jenny Larson, Steve Larson, Alyssa McBride, Gage Parker, Sarah Parker, Amy Sovereign.
DEACONS: Nancy Stuckey, Kevin Pope, Terry Genrich
GREETERS: Dave McBride/Lee Nyberg
HOSTS: Ginger and Jim Nissen/Jane Allman
ACOLYTES: Skyler Berringer/Jake Kerns

CHURCH SACRAMENTS The next communion will be October 7^th. Baptism will be October 14^th, please call Marge 475-6702, by September 19^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 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