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New Artwork Gift to Westminster
When lifelong member, Brenda Lehan wanted to memorialize her parents, John and Joan Launer, she turned to Westminster's own resident artist, Patty Kirk.
The Launers were founding members of Westminster who worked tirelessly to ground the congregation in 1964 and nurtured her in the six decades following. Patty had already been envisioning a portrait of Queen Esther, whose courageous faithfulness had saved her fellow Jewish people from destruction. The often-quoted passage, "And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?" (Esther 4:14) spoke to Esther in her day and situation, to the Launers and Lehans in their faith journeys, and to all of us as we seek the courage to follow where God is leading.
Thank you to Brenda Lehan for your vision and for commissioning this beautiful painting, and to Patty Kirk for your amazing talent in bringing this story and this biblical heroine to life.
The Launers were founding members of Westminster who worked tirelessly to ground the congregation in 1964 and nurtured her in the six decades following. Patty had already been envisioning a portrait of Queen Esther, whose courageous faithfulness had saved her fellow Jewish people from destruction. The often-quoted passage, "And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?" (Esther 4:14) spoke to Esther in her day and situation, to the Launers and Lehans in their faith journeys, and to all of us as we seek the courage to follow where God is leading.
Thank you to Brenda Lehan for your vision and for commissioning this beautiful painting, and to Patty Kirk for your amazing talent in bringing this story and this biblical heroine to life.
Kids' Club in Full Swing
It's not too late to register your child or to be a volunteer helper!
Brown Bag Bible Study on Philippians
As of November 12, the “Brown Bag” Bible study (noon on Wednesdays - bring your own lunch optional) concludes the study of the book of Philippians. Watch for a new series to begin in 2026!
Liturgist and Children's Message
We need your help! Volunteers are needed to serve as liturgists and to share the children’s message during worship. We hope to have a liturgist every week, so please consider signing up to help lead this important part of our service. If you enjoy connecting with kids, the children’s message is a wonderful way to share God’s love with our youngest members. Liturgy means “the work of the people,” and your participation helps make our worship a true reflection of our congregation and community. Thank you for sharing your gifts!
Men's Breakfast Book Club
The Men's Book Club generally meets the first Saturday of the month at 8 am. Please contact Robert Ridinger, facilitator, for book choice and more information.
"Hymn Madness" finds a Winner
The Summer of 2025 featured a fun and engaging approach to discover our congregation's favorite hymn. Using a bracket-style format, congregants were invited to submit their four favorites, followed by five weeks of voting on narrowed choices. We learned about the stories behind some of the hymns and sang most of them. Finally, with minimal politicking, the final four were: "Here I Am, Lord", "Great is Thy Faithfulness", "Amazing Grace, My Chains are Gone", and "How Great Thou Art".
"Here I Am, Lord" emerged as the winner!
"Here I Am, Lord" emerged as the winner!