Friday, May 29
This Sunday is Pentecost Sunday. The celebration of Pentecost was really a harvest festival. It was also a time of remembrance when the people of God recalled that God gave them the Ten Commandments at Mt. Sinai. It was essentially a celebration of thanks.  

But Pentecost, as described in the second chapter of Acts, was something vastly different. The believers had been waiting and praying as they had been told to do by Jesus. Then this mighty rush and roar of a wind like tongues of fire…it was a celebration of Pentecost like no other before or any since. It was a day in history when the church was born.  

Pentecost reveals the essence of creation itself. It is simply the way our ever-creating God works, as Paul wrote that ‘in Christ all things are made new.’ (2 Cor. 5:17) The Holy Spirit empowered the church and gave it courage to move forward with contagious joy!

I believe that is the challenge of Pentecost for you and me. Yes, we are waiting in our own rooms, but we know that we are more than our physical space. As the Spirit then, so the same Spirit energizes us for the present. The message of the gospel is the same, but we are learning to speak in a different language.

We will meet the challenges of Pentecost because we are a community of faith committed to deepening personal connections, engaging in mission and outreach for those who hurt, sharing generously of our creative gifts, and truly moving forward with contagious joy!

Grace and peace,
Bruce Lancaster
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Pentecost Happening
On Pentecost Sunday, May 31, our church is invited to care for others by collecting items for the Food to Go program! This program feeds children during the summer months when schools are closed. Drive by the front of the church between noon and 2:00 p.m. to drop off your items and wave to the church staff. If you prefer to have your donations picked up from your home, please email Louise Rogers . Read more .
June Spire   
A special edition of the Spire is now available online . Looking for a past issue of the Spire ? See all Spire newsletters available online .
Coffee Time!
Join Louise Rogers on Mondays, June 1, 8, 15, and 22, from 10:00 until 11:15 a.m. as we meet on a Zoom connection to explore the stories of Jesus, the Parables. Jump on and join us for an easy time of sharing and learning together. No preparation; beginners welcome! Questions? Call Louise at 412-835-6630x216. Read more and access Zoom link .
Virtual Vacation Bible School
June 22 - 25
Children's & Family Ministry is so excited to announce that VBS will be happening this year! Instead of you bringing your kids to VBS, we're bringing VBS to your kids. Registration opens on June 1. Read more .
Deacon Meeting
The next Deacon meeting will be held via Zoom on Monday, June 1, at 7:00 p.m. Please watch your email for the link, meeting ID, and password. Contact Louise Rogers with questions. 

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The Faces of Westminster   
Enjoy the faces of Westminster here on our website -- just click on the first image to open the slideshow. You'll also find a form there to submit your own photos. The faces of Westminster are the church and its community of faith, and we miss seeing those faces! Questions? Email Jeannie Schott .

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Prayers Please
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Bridge Friday Jam

Friday, May 29
6:00 p.m.

Tune in for a live worship jam! Jason will be singing songs typically found at the Bridge, and folks can participate in the live chat as well! Visit our YouTube page for more information.  
Bridge Worship Service

Pentecost Sunday, May 31
9:45 a.m.

The Bridge is meeting for worship via Zoom! Join us for a time of worship, prayer, and teaching. Use the link below to join in!

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Meeting ID: 897 7224 9374
Password: 395234
Sanctuary Worship Service

Pentecost Sunday, May 31
11:00 a.m.

Divine Intubation
Bruce Lancaster

Today's Hymn
Spirit, Spirit of Gentleness

Refrain : Spirit, spirit of gentleness, blow through the wilderness, calling and free.
Spirit, spirit of restlessness, stir me from placidness, wind, wind from the sea.

You moved on the waters; you called to the deep; 
Then you coaxed up the mountains from the valleys of sleep;
And over the eons you called to each thing, “Awake from your slumbers
And rise on your wings.” Refrain

You swept through the dessert; you stung with the sand;
And you goaded your people with a law and a land.
When they were confounded with idols and lies,
Then you spoke through your prophets to open their eyes.

You sang in a stable; you cried from a hill;
Then you whispered in silence when the whole world was still.
And down in the city, you called once again
When you blew through your people on the rush of the wind.

You call from tomorrow; you break ancient schemes;
From the bondage of sorrow the captives dream dreams.
Our women see visions; our men clear their eyes.
With bold new decisions your people arise.

Anthem
Go Light Your World   
arr. Allen Pote
The Quartet
Last Week's Video Worship
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Westminster Presbyterian Church
2040 Washington Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
412-835-6630

Interim Senior Pastor, Head of Staff

Associate Pastor for Congregational Care

Associate Pastor for the Bridge, Youth & Media