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Sunday Service – Dec.3, 2023

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Advent begins! This is the four-week period leading up to Christmas. Advent means “coming,” and refers to the coming of Christ—not only at Christmas, but for his return. It is a season of anticipation and preparation. We will light the candle of hope, be blessed by special music, and celebrate the Sacrament of Communion. (See separate announcement for our procedure.) The teaching will be the second last instalment of the ‘Beginning is Nigh’ series. 2nd Thessalonians 2 is a dramatic chapter: Paul discusses ‘the rebellion,’ the ‘man of lawlessness,’ and standing firm as we await Jesus’ return. It is a text which is perfectly on-point for Advent. There will be Sunday School provided by thoughtful, helpful teachers, and loving nursery care. Let’s honour the Lord together. The service begins at 10:01am.  

Celebration of Life for Jack Hunt

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Jack Hunt (the father of Kathy Hunt) passed away at RVH on November 16th. We will have a memorial service for Jack on Saturday, December 9th at 2pm at Westminster. Please pray for Kathy, her sister Laura, and their families as they navigate this difficult time. Although we are sad because of Jack's death, we rejoice that he is now with the Lord. Thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! (1 Corinthians 15:57) If you are unable to attend in person, you can watch the live stream by clicking here.

Sunday Service – Dec.5, 2023

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Advent continues on Sunday! This is the four-week period leading up to Christmas. We will light the candle of peace, sing and worship together, pray, and bring to a close the Beginning is Nigh series with focus on the powerful and comforting idea that the word of the Lord “goes ahead” of us as we navigate life. The Bethlehem Photo Booth remains open! (See separate announcement.) Be sure to stop by after the service. There will be Sunday School provided by gracious teachers, and loving nursery care. Let’s honour the Lord together. The service begins at 10:01am.

Funeral Service for Winnie Eakin

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Winnie Eakin, long-time member and friend at Westminster. Winnie recently suffered from a number of health issues. She was in her 100th year and passed away early in the morning of the 6th at Barrie Manor. A strong woman of faith with a charming sense of humour, Winnie's smile was infectious. She was a mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. She had been actively involved in many groups and projects at the church through the years, along with her husband Hugh (who passed away in 2004). We will hold a funeral service at the church this Sunday, December 10th at 3pm. (Visitation from 2-3pm.) A reception will follow. Winnie's full obituary is here. Through the sadness we rejoice that Winnie is no longer in pain and is in joyful peace in the very presence of God. "Thanks be to God who gives us the victory of our Lord Jesus Christ!" (1 Cor 5:57)

Christmas Eve – Two Services

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Our Christmas Eve Services: Christmas Eve is a special night! At Westminster, we will have two evening services. (If you're looking for information for the Sunday morning service at 10:01am on the 24th click here.) Here is what to expect in the evening (and you can also see a video description below): 1. SUPER FAMILY-FRIENDLY SERVICE - 5:30-6:05 P.M. Our first service is our super family-friendly service. It's only 35 minutes long! We recognize that many young ones are excited for Christmas and need to get to bed at a decent time. So this is a not-so-silent night. We'll sing, learn about the nativity story, and even sing Silent Night in the dark; but instead of real candles we'll hand out battery-operated tea-lights! The words to songs (and also some videos) are projected on a screen. If you're in a position to do so, you may give a donation. 100% of the donations will be given to Youth Haven and the important work they do to support at-risk youth in our community. The service is in-person, and also live-streamed here. 2. TRADITIONAL CANDLELIT SERVICE - 7-8 P.M. Our second service is our traditional candlelit service. We will sing carols, reflect on the nativity story, and be blessed with O Holy Night as the lights go down and we sing some of the quiet carols of Christmas by candlelight. (You'll be given a candle as you come in the door.) If you're in a position to do so, you may give a donation. 100% of the donations will be given to Teen Challenge, a Canadian organization helping individuals struggling through addictions. The service is in-person, and also live-streamed here. "But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all...

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December 24th – Morning Service (In-Person only)

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

On the morning of December 24, we gather in-person (no live stream) for a 40 minute Service of Carols and Readings. There will be Nursery care but no Sunday School. We will light the Advent Candle of Love and enjoy fellowship with one another.

On your Lips and in your Hearts

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

While Pastor Ruttan is finishing his Christmas holiday, William Min, our new Coordinator of Youth and Outreach will lead the service and share a sermon on keeping Christ, not only in our hearts, but on our lips as we look towards the New Year. Faith in Christ is evidence not only by what we believe in our hearts (our private lives) but also in the words of our lips (our public life). The text will focus on Romans 10 : 5-13. Sunday school resumes and Nursery Care will be available. The service will be both in-person and live-streamed to our YouTube channel (search @westminsterchurchonline). Service begins at 10:01 a.m. We look forward to coming together in worship with you. Fellowship to follow with refreshments and treats.

Sunday Sermon – Jan.7, 2024

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Details matter. Just ask someone who gets confused about which pills to take at which time, or someone who forgets to put on their winter tires. The nativity story is filled with critical details; God put them there for a reason, including the visit of the wise men (we don’t know how many there were, but their visit most likely occurred when Jesus was a toddler, despite what your nativity scenes seem to suggest). On January 7 Pastor Ruttan returns from vacation and takes us through Matthew 2. What is the significance of their visit not only then but now? We will worship and sing, pray together, and build one another up with new year hope. There will be Sunday school, nursery care, and fellowship time. “When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him.” -Matthew 2:10-11

Sunday Service – January 14, 2024

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

On Sunday we will praise God! It’s what we were made to do. We will sing and pray, learn from scripture, and support one another as the body of Christ. There will be Sunday school, nursery care, and fellowship time. As a part of the service we will hear some faith statements by people who are becoming professing members of the congregation. Pastor Ruttan will also give some teaching about ‘spiritual gifts 101.’ Every Christian has at least one “spiritual gift” that God has given them to use for his purposes in the world. What are they and how do you know? Come Holy Spirit! Let’s honour the Lord together. The service is at 10:01am.

Youth Group – New Year Launch Pizza Party

Westminster 170 Steel Street, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

On Friday January 19th at 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m, we invite Youth and their families (supervision for children under grade 5 will be available) for a New Year Launch party at the church complete with DJing, delicious pizza and refreshments. We’ll gather for fellowship and worship and William will share his testimony and plans for the year ahead. Please RSVP to william@westminsterpc.ca (so we can order enough pizza!) and don’t forget, William has a special treat for all the youth to redeem!