Prayer List

Friends, as we celebrate Pride Month, let us pray:

Loving source and light of all creation,

source of our glorious difference and true harmony,

bearer of all pain and Spirit of transformation,

we give you thanks that you have created us in your own image, in the many-splendored forms of our human diversity.

Hear us as we remember and affirm gender diverse people.

Transform the violence, pain and struggles of the past and present, bring new life out of death, hopelessness and despair, and empower us with your grace, strength and joy.

May we be like kingfishers catching fire, dragonflies drawing flame, beautiful butterflies shining with your love... Enable everyone to celebrate their gifts: that all may flourish as full and equal expressions of embodied love.

In the power and mystery of your presence and peace. Amen

~ adapted from Rev. Dr. Josephine Inkpin

This week we pray for:

Sue Coleman

Continued prayers for peace and comfort for daughter Amy and their family, and for all in our Westminster Church family who grieve Sue. I will send out an update about a memorial service when the information is available.

Tom, son of Linda and Greg Barbu

Continued prayers for healing for Tom who had a successful heart valve repair surgery.

Deborah, Sherry Hatter-Miller's sister

Continued prayers for peace and comfort for Deborah who is awaiting results from lumpectomy to decide on the next steps of treatment.

Tom and Charlotte, Susan Shaw's brother and his daughter

Susan and Tom Shaw ask for prayers for Susan’s brother Tom and his daughter Charlotte. Her brother has been dealing with debilitating stomach issues since his return from Haiti two weeks ago, and Charlotte has been struggling with mental health issues and is currently hospitalized. 

Nahida and Don Gordon

Continued prayers for healing for Nahida and Don who are recovering from a car accident. Nahida is returning to Wooster Community Hospital this afternoon or tomorrow, awaiting a laparoscopic surgery to have a heart valve repaired on June 25. Don is at West View Healthy Living (1715 Mechanicsburg Rd), Room 615. He is doing well with his rehab and loves visits. They appreciate your love and support for them.

Dave Noble

Continued prayers for healing for Dave who continues his rehab for a broken femur. Dave would love your visit. He is in room 409 in the Rehab unit at the Wooster Community Hospital (visiting hours are between 4-8 pm, Mo-Fri; 2-8 Sat, 11-8, Sun). Prayers for strength also for Gayle as she cares for Dave.

Tamara, Sherry Hatter-Miller's niece

Continued prayers for healing for Tamara who will receive updates on the 8th surgery on her finger this week.

Jim Taggart

Continued prayers for healing for Jim who is recovering at home after having his big toe on his right leg amputated due to an infection recently.

Caryl Slater

Continued prayers for healing and comfort for Caryl, who has been grappling with health challenges caused by a kidney stone as well as high blood pressure.

Chris Stewart

Continued prayers for healing for Chris, who is recovering from heart surgery at home.

Brandy, Eric Miller's niece

Continued prayers for Brandy as she undergoes treatment for an aggressive type of breast cancer.

Deb Hostetler

Continued prayers for healing, peace of mind and strength for Deb as she continues her chemo treatment and grapples with nausea. We also hold husband Gabe and their children in our love as they support Deb on this journey.

Tom Ewing, Erica Ewing's dad

Continued prayers for healing for Tom. He has resumed his cancer treatment.

Tom Battles

Continued prayers for Tom and Elaine in this new season of life with Tom living in a nursing home.

Barbara Mykkanen

Continued prayers for Barb as she participates in a study to help others with similar cancer diagnosis. She has been recently diagnosed with age related macular degeneration on her left eye.

We pray for

• those who are healing from medical procedures, and who are dealing with ongoing health concerns in our midst;
• those in our community who are unhoused;
• those who are overwhelmed by the difficult personal situations;
• all who live in the midst of violence and war - in Gaza, the West Bank and Israel, Haiti, South Sudan, Ukraine, and many other places across the world;
• your peace, O God, to overcome our dependence on violence and warfare; 
• the communities experiencing the effects of climate change due to severe weather events and natural disasters across our country and the world;
• those who strive for justice, may their voices be heard and heeded; 
• in thanksgiving for all who use their skills and resources for the common good;
• your church to build up the beloved community across the world.

Come, Holy Spirit!

Move in and through us, whisper hope into every corner of despair.

May we embody God's light, love, compassion, and hope to all we encounter.

Upcoming Events

Thursday, June 6

• Dance and Exercise - 8:30 am - Mackey Hall

Sunday, June 9

• Worship service - 10:00 am - Mackey Hall
• Wooster Friends Meeting - 10:30 am - The Meeting Place

Monday, June 10

• Scout Troop 61 - 6:30 pm - Mackey Hall

Wednesday, June 12

• Evening Vespers - 7:00 pm - Chupps' Home (157 Park Ave.)

Thursday, June 13

• Dance and Exercise - 8:30 am - Mackey Hall

Sunday, June 16

• Worship service - 10:00 am - Mackey Hall
• Wooster Friends Meeting - 10:30 am - The Meeting Place

Welcome Picnic for Ohio Light Opera 2024 Company

A huge "Thank You" to all of you who helped us offer a heartfelt welcome to the OLO 2024 Company last night. Enjoying sumptuous food, reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones, sharing good laughs - what a perfect way to ring in the new season!

14th Annual Break the Cycle

Westminster will once again be a Gold Sponsor of Break the Cycle in support of OneEighty on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Our church's donation will support treatment and prevention services for the homeless working with OneEighty. Last year we fielded a team of 20 bikers and walkers. Walkers and bikers can choose to begin their walk or ride at the fairgrounds in Wooster or at the Hipp Station in Millersburg.

If you would like to bike or walk with our Westminster Team, please complete a registration form and return it to Lemoine Peart at church or to her mailbox in the church office. Registration forms are available in Mackey Hall, the church office or from any Benevolences Committee member.

There is no cost to participate if you turn in your paper registration and release forms at church. If you sign up by Sunday at church by July 28, you will receive a free Break the Cycle T-shirt on the day of the event.

For more information check out the Break the Cycle website or email or call Lemoine at lwmn@bright.net or 330-624-7506 (home).

Hope to see you there! 

Volunteer with Open Arms Kids' Camp this Summer

The Kids' Camp at Orrville Mennonite Church serves local Latinx youth and is a fun, rewarding experience. Westminster has provided a number of summer camp volunteers. 

• choose which age group you prefer: pre-k through 4th grade or 5th grade through high school. You can be a helper or leader, and there will be a number of other volunteers with you. 
• meet with your age group every other Wednesday from 9:00 am to 2:00 p.m (There will also be some local field trips)
• choose where your interest lies: learning themes, kitchen help, outdoor activities, art, drama and dance projects, etc. 
• choose as many days or half-days as your schedule permits.

Contact Cheryl Weiss via email for more information. A knowledge of Spanish is not needed.

Helping out with the Kids' Camp is fun and rewarding!

WPC 150th Anniversary Mission Project

Friends, we have completed our project with great success!



We passed our goal of $20,000 🎉🔥🎉🔥🎉 Thank you for your generosity!

We appreciate your partnership with us in strengthening the fabric of our community!