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Dec 2018
I know it’s a suspicious title for a blog. I don’t mean to be alarmist. And don’t worry. I haven’t been charged with anything or put in jail! The reason I write this is because pastors are imperfect and under a microscope most of the time. We pastors call it the ‘fish bowl.’ I’m not begrudging it. It just goes with the territory. But there can also be a......
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An Advent & Christmas that is Meaningful [handout]
On December 2 and 9, we explored the idea of repentance. You’re right. In a world where many people buy into the idea that you should just do whatever makes you happy, repentance can...
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Write a letter to support persecuted Christians
[At Westminster we have small groups that we call ‘Vine Groups.’ Recently, the groups were invited to engage in a service or outreach project of some kind. The Monday evening group is working on...
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Nativity Drawing Project
We are inviting young people in our congregation to contribute a picture to our nativity drawing project, coordinated by Lesley Stott! Participants are invited to draw a picture based on a verse from the...
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Here’s what to expect for Advent & Christmas at Westminster
Advent and Christmas are special times for Christians. Advent is a Latin word that means “coming” and refers to the coming of Christ. And then Christmas is when we celebrate his birth. One of...
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Help sponsor a family of 6 and 2 youths this Christmas!
In coordination with the Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions Holiday Program, Westminster is sponsoring a local family in need, and two separate youths for Christmas. What a great way to help and serve! Background We...
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How to Raise Kids You’ll Actually Like As Adults
Maybe it seems unloving to suggest that your children might grow into adults you don’t actually like. But let’s be honest. It happens. Not many parents of adult children will admit it, but it’s...
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Welcome to our new Coordinator of Congregational Life!
God is on the move at Westminster! Not only has there been spiritual growth but there has been numerical growth too. In January 2018 the elders struck a committee to consider a variety of...
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Seeking New Custodian
SEEKING NEW CUSTODIAN (Contract Part-Time Custodian Position) Westminster is seeking a person with proven experience performing custodial duties starting as soon as possible. The successful candidate will provide custodial duties on Saturdays and Tuesdays...
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Memorize 1 Line of Biblical Power
On Sunday, September 30th during the kids’ time at worship, I (Matthew) told our young people that we all have bad days — including me! Stuff happens. That’s life. But God’s biblical truth can...
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