July 2020
No Justice, No Peace Yard Signs
To demonstrate our commitment to seeking God's justice, we are offering yard signs. Signs are free and we invite donations to the Minneapolis Interfaith Relief Fund. Pick-up your sign on Saturday at Westminster Presbyterian Church building in the Marquette turnaround. Contact Mahin Hamilton with questions. NOTE: No distribution on Saturday, July 4.
Find out more »Household Items Donation Drive
Westminster is collaborating with Scout Troop 33 to collect needed household items for African Immigrant Community Services, Tubman, and the residents of Great River Landing apartments. Please contact Mahin Hamilton with questions. Items needed: Bar Soap Bathroom Cleaning Spray Dish Soap Disinfectant Wipes First Aid Kits Hand Sanitizer Kitchen Cleaning Spray Laundry Detergent (Liquid or Powder) Liquid Hand Soaps Paper Towels Sponges Toilet Paper Toothbrushes Toothpaste
Find out more »Family Matters
Family Matters will continue gathering before worship in June and most of July. Join us each week for a time to see one another and check-in. It is good to be together in community, even while apart. Contact Marie Kruskop for the Zoom meeting ID and password.
Find out more »Isolation in Perspective: Criminal Justice, Discrimination, and the Church
As the world experiences a global health pandemic, we are united in an unusual mass experience of isolation. Still, we do not all experience the same level of hardship. By studying the criminal justice system and striving to understand our own complicity in it, what perspectives might we gain on isolation and social disconnection? What might this pandemic teach us about the lasting trauma of isolation? And where is the church in all of this? Join Dr. Amanda Webber in…
Find out more »Adult Education
Adult Education is normally dormant during the summer, but since so many are feeling a desire for engagement during this season of separation, we have prepared several opportunities for the community to continue to grow and connect spiritually. Join us for the following events... Isolation in Perspective: Criminal Justice, Disconnection, and the Church | June 28-August 2 | Dr. Amanda Webber Small Groups Session | June-August | Mahin Hamilton Big Questions in a Changing Church | June-July | Dr. Matthew…
Find out more »Nursery Circle Time
Join Marie Kruskop each week for Nursery Circle Time. Each week a new nursery story will be read. To watch each weekly videos visit the WestminsterMpls YouTube Channel here!
Find out more »Sunday Morning Worship
Welcome to worship that engages the heart and mind. Dignity, joy, warmth, and beauty are the hallmarks of worship at Westminster. Our services are steeped in a rich Westminster tradition that engages the heart and mind through scripture and sermon, prayer, the best in organ and choral sacred music, and profound silence. Worship takes different forms at Westminster, all aimed at fulfilling our mission to proclaim and celebrate the Good News of Jesus Christ and to gather as an open community…
Find out more »Gathered at Five Worship
Westminster is a lively, social justice-oriented community in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis. Gathered at Five is our way of doing non-traditional worship that is casual and eclectic, led by a diverse group of pastors and musicians who are ready to welcome you. More information about Gathered at Five available HERE.
Find out more »Youth Group Coffee Shop
Join your youth community for a virtual coffee shop (contact Matt Lewellyn-Otten for Meeting ID and Password info). We will catch up, play games, and just spend some time together in community. Grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and connect with the community.
Find out more »Small Groups
In light of our current situation, Westminster Small Groups gather in groups of 7-9 people for six sessions over the summer, using video technology like Zoom. Each group meeting will include three components; fellowship, focus, and reflection. Join us for reflection and fellowship this summer! If you are interested in receiving more information, please call the office, 612-332-3421, and leave a message with your phone number indicating your interest.
Find out more »Isolation in Perspective: Criminal Justice, Disconnection, and the Church
As the world experiences a global health pandemic, we are united in an unusual mass experience of isolation. By studying the criminal justice system and striving to understand our own complicity in it, what perspectives might we gain on isolation and social disconnection? What might this pandemic teach us about the lasting trauma of isolation? And where is the church in all of this?
Find out more »Happy Hour Discussions: Big Questions for a Changing Church
Let's gather our conversations around Big Questions for a Changing Church into a single (Zoom) room! Matt Skinner and Rachel Sheild Gustafson will host. RSVP to Mahin Hamilton for Zoom details. If you missed the series, catch up on YouTube!
Find out more »Wednesdays at Westminster
The Spirit is active in the Westminster community right now, even online. Join associate pastor, Sarah Brouwer, for Bible Study on Facebook live and learn about what God has for us this day.
Find out more »Moms Group
Moms Group will continue meeting this summer as a time for connection for moms with children of all ages. Please join us! Our format accommodates the need to care for your children as necessary. For more information and to get the Zoom meeting ID and password, contact Marie Kruskop.
Find out more »Fire & Song Wednesday Worship Service
Our midweek worship service will take place around a campfire, with songs and scripture about justice, community, and peace. Join us on the livestream! This service is designed to be kid-friendly, participatory, and joyful. (There may even be s’more’s involved!)
Find out more »Summer Book Read with Gathered at Five
This summer will read and discuss Austin Channing Brown’s I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness. You can order an e-book or audiobook or request a hardcover copy for $20. RSVP on Tithely and indicate if you need the book mailed or if you can pick it up. Contact Sarah Brouwer with questions.
Find out more »Hearing Soul
Join us each Thursday in July as we do a deep dive into African and African American choral music. Zoom sessions will feature listening, learning and discussion with a guest artist. Sign up for one or all sessions. Register Here!
Find out more »Moms “Off the Clock”
Save these dates for two upcoming virtual gatherings and come together to share in casual, cozy conversation. Contact Marie Kruskop for more information and to RSVP.
Find out more »August 2020
Moms “Off the Clock”
Save these dates for two upcoming virtual gatherings and come together to share in casual, cozy conversation. Contact Marie Kruskop for more information and to RSVP.
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