We know that the Church is not the building nor just one hour together, but we all have missed the vitality in our faith, spirit, and ministries of when we are together for worship, fellowship, study, and service.
Even though it is impossible to completely eliminate the risks associated with gathering together, it is the responsibility and commitment of the Session, church staff, and all members to reduce the risk in gathering as much as possible. We have always made our decisions out of love for one another and trust that all our members will also decide lovingly for one another.
As plans for in-person worship are being made, I know that not everyone will choose to be present every time the church gathers. Let me assure you that the Session and church staff will make every effort to ensure that precautions and arrangements are made so that all are welcome and included every time the church gathers.
We live in hope and confidence - “
For with the LORD there is steadfast love, and with him is great power to redeem
.” (Psalm 130:7)
Let us move forward as Christ’s disciples “
with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace
.” (Ephesians 2-3)
Grace and peace,
Bruce Lancaster
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Virtual Coffee Hour
Sunday, June 28
Noon
Join Louise Rogers for fellowship at a virtual coffee hour on Zoom!
Meeting ID: 899 4726 0565
Password: 4kvPTy
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Westminster Seminars Go Online for June
Coloring Outside the Lines: Renaissance Art, Religion, and the Challenge of Change
Sunday, June 28
10:00 a.m.
The great art of the Renaissance, stories of the artists, and religious themes provide us with tools to thrive as we face the challenges of change. Join Bruce Lancaster as he leads us through this fascinating and timely topic.
Read more and access Zoom link
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Westminster Organ Summer 2020
Sundays, through July 26
4:00 p.m.
This year marks the tenth season of Westminster’s series of free summer organ concerts. Although the concerts will be available online only this year, you can expect the same great music displaying the endless variety of organ sounds.
All organists donate their time and talent. A freewill offering defrays their expenses. Please consider donating to the freewill offering using the donate button below.
Read more about upcoming concerts
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Honoring Our Graduates
We would like to recognize the achievements of our Westminster graduates! If you are celebrating someone in your family, please send the following information to
Laura Ecklin
by Monday, July 6
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- Graduate Name
- High School/College/University
- Degree Received
- Area of Study
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Peace and Justice Film Review
Join a Discussion of the Films Selma and Just Mercy
Tuesday, July 7
7:00 p.m.
Zoom
Peace and Justice is coordinating a discussion of two important films:
Selma
, focusing on events leading up to the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and
Just Mercy
, which looks at attorney Bryan Stevenson’s work to defend those wrongly condemned or unable to afford representation. A number of streaming services, including YouTube, Amazon Prime, and GooglePlay, are offering free viewing of these films throughout the month of June.
Read more
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Volunteer Opportunity
Assemble Food to Go Bags
Wednesdays in June and July
Many children rely on school breakfast and lunch as their only meals of the day. When school is out for the summer, we can help fill the void. Join us to help assemble the bags! Morning and evening sessions available. Reservations required by contacting
Jan Baumann
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Send Us Your Photos!
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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Face Masks Available
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Church Schedule
The church office will be open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please enter through the gallery entrance and sign in.
All visitors must wear a mask
and we ask that you do not visit if you are not feeling well. If you are coming to visit a particular staff person, please call first at 412-835-6630 to ensure they are in the office on the day you wish to visit.
Stay Connected Online
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While we are not currently gathering in our church building, the work of our church goes on, thanks to our members, our many volunteers, and our staff. Your giving ensures that our church remains financially healthy.
There are many ways to give to Westminster, all of which are secure through our online giving partner, ACS Technologies. Choose the method with which you feel most comfortable.
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Bridge Friday Jam
We'll take a break this week but will return next week and look forward to seeing you then!
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Bridge Worship Service
Sunday, June 28
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!
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 812 4687 8044
Password: 987554
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Sanctuary Worship Service
Sunday, June 28
11:00 a.m.
Prelude
Prelude on
Beautiful Savior
Dale Wood
Jim Burns, organist
Today's Hymn
Today We All Are Called to Be Disciples
Today we all are called to be disciples of the Lord, to help to set the captive free, make plowshare out of sword, to feed the hungry, quench their thirst, make love and peace our fast, to serve the poor and homeless first, our ease and comfort last.
May we in service to our God act out the living word, and walk the road the saints have trod till all have seen and heard. As stewards of the earth may we give thanks in one accord to God who calls us all to be disciples of the Lord.
Sermon
Acts of Little-Known Apostles: Mnason
Bruce Lancaster
Anthem
I'll Walk With God
Christine Hestwood, soloist
Postlude
Postlude on
O Quanta Qualia
H.A. Matthews
Jim Burns, organist
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Last Week's Video Worship
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Contact Us
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
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