Friday Newsletter

 

August 15, 2025

 

This weeks bulletin

 
 

This Sunday

10 am: Worship Service

11:15 am: Coffee Hour

 

Pastor's Corner

More REVELATION & RESISTANCE this week with Revelation 6 & 7. We’ve finally arrived at the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and will explore what that really meant in the context of the 1st century audience. Friendship rocks are available for painting in Boulder Hall throughout August and there will be new artistic endeavor this week utilizing the bendable wiki-stix. Thank you to everyone who participated in Revelation Reflections last week after worship, it was a lively discussion about this final book in the Bible. A number of additional resources were mentioned during that conversation that I wanted to share with you for further study of this letter:


Ever onward,

Pastor Kelly

Upcoming Events

 

August 17th @4pm: VBC Set Up

August 18th - 22 @9am-12pm: Vacation Bible Camp

August 19th @6pm: Men's Night Out Thompson’s Brewery and Public House

August 24th @11:30am: Mary Trolan, Guest Speaker (Boulder Hall)

August 25th: Carpet cleaning at the Church

August 25th @10am: Tai Chi (Boulder Hall)

August 26th @7pm: Yoga (Eastminster)

August 27th @10am: Tai Chi (Boulder Hall)

August 31st @10am: Worship Service in Boulder Hall

September 1: OFFICE CLOSED

 

Vacation Bible Camp

 

Vacation Bible Camp is in search of:

  • Folding Wagons
  • Youth/adult sized white lab coats to borrow
  • Adult sized safety glasses to borrow
  • Kids to have fun and learn about God (Register Here)
  • Youth and adult volunteers


If you can supply any of these VBC needs, please contact Terri Crall.

 

Social Justice Outreach Committee

 
 

COVID-19 Safety Notice

 

As we continue to gather for worship, we want to prioritize the health and safety of our congregation. In light of ongoing COVID-19 concerns, we encourage everyone to follow these guidelines:

  1. If You’re Feeling Unwell: Please stay home if you have any COVID-19 symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath, etc.) or have been recently exposed. Join us online!
  2. Masks & Hygiene: While masks are optional, we support those who choose to wear them and we encourage frequent handwashing.
  3. Social Distancing: Be mindful of others’ comfort levels. Kindly respect personal space, especially when greeting one another.


Let’s extend grace and care to one another as we navigate these times together.


"Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others." —Philippians 2:4

 

A Note From The Office

 

We are reorganizing the office workroom to make it more useful. The large wooden desk will be donated, so all the items on it and around it on the floor need to be moved as soon as possible.


We will display the items that haven't been claimed on two Sundays - Sept. 14 and 28. 


You may take what you need. Anything left at that point will be donated.


We are brainstorming ideas of how best to use the open space after the desk is moved out. If you have ideas, please submit them to the office by September 30th.


Interested in volunteering in the office? sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DA9A92BABFDC25-57977862-thursday


 

Get Involved

Want to participate in Moral Mondays at the capital with the Oregon Poor People’s Campaign? We meet every Monday, 12pm, at First Presbyterian Church. Contact Michele (michelehare25x2@gmail.com ) or Paul Negstad (pandd.negstad@gmail.com) to join or just show up! Next: Monday, August 18, 2025. Learn more: poorpeoplescampaign.org.


 

Just a reminder that August 17th is TOP Sunday! Lets fill those boxes up to the brim!

 
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The School Supply Drive is on! During the month os July and August, we collect basic school supplies fro several schools in our area. Collection boxes have been set up in the narthex. Any donations are appreciated - paper, pens, pencils, crayons, markers, binders, folders, etc. Thank you in advance for helping make this school supply drive a success!

 

Youth Oversight Committee

 

Join Our Youth Program Team!

Are you passionate about supporting young people and building community? The Youth Oversight Committee is seeking enthusiastic individuals to help guide our Youth Program. We're also looking for volunteers to assist with upcoming Youth Group events—whether you're a planner, mentor, or just love lending a hand, there's a place for you! For more information contact Mat Worley at youth@salemwestpres.org

 

Sunday School Teacher

 
 

Congregational Vitality Committee - Photo Directory

 

The Congregational Vitality Committee (CVC) is reminding everyone that the Westminster Photo Directory is being updated this summer. The first directory was published in December, 2023, and the plan is to provide an updated version for the congregation twice a year.

There are three reasons why you might be interested:

1. You missed getting your name, contact information, and/or photo submitted last fall, or

2. You need to correct or update your contact information, or

3. You want your photo updated or added.

There is a “Seasonal Photo Selfie Spot” set up in Boulder Hall , and it is available each Sunday for the remainder of the summer. Here are the guidelines:

1. Use your own camera/cell phone (there should be lots of folks to help out during coffee hour)

2. Submit your photo to office@salemwestpres.org; include your name in the subject line.

3. You may also submit your name/contact info/photo at anytime during the month of August to office@salemwestpres.org.

This is for anyone who wants to update any information already in the directory or for anyone who has not had their name included before. The newest version of the Westminster Church Photo Directory will be published in late September, so any information to be included needs to be sent to the church office email address (office@salemwestpres.org) on or before August 31, 2025. If you have any questions, please contact Katie Nelson, nelsonkatieallstar@gmail.com or 503-580-5631 (text or call)

 

Fall Opportunities from the Congregational Vitality Committee:


Presbyterian Beliefs Class: a five week led by Pastor Kelly to learn more about the basic tenets of our beliefs, traditions and faith. These classes are open to anyone, whether a frequent visitor or a member. The sessions will be from 11:30-1:00 in Russell Hall on 9/14, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19 and 11/2. Sign up by contacting the church office (office@salemwestpres.org or 503-364-3327).


Red Cross Blood Drive, September 22 from 1:00-6:00pm. Contact bnelson@pacificomm.net, Bobbie Clyde or Pam Garland to sign up to donate.


Fall Festival! September 28 in Boulder Hall. All committees are invited to share information at this festive event, which will also include the Stewardship Pledge Kick-off and family Potluck/BBQ! 


New Member Class: mark your calendars for November 11/9 and 11/16, 11:30-1:00 in Russell Hall; led by Pastor Kelly.


 

Red Cross Blood Drive

 

September 22 from 1:00-6:00pm. Contact bnelson@pacificomm.net, Bobbie Clyde or Pam Garland to sign up to donate.

 

Classes at Westminster

 

We’re hosting a community dance class!

Join us every Wednesday at 3:30 PM for a fun, beginner-friendly dance session — open to all ages and all experience levels.

We’ll move to a mix of Latin, pop, and world music — standing or seated, at your own pace. No cost, just joyful movement!

Free & open to all!

Bring a friend and come dance with us!

Christian Arroliga

 
 
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