Westminster Loving God & Neighbour

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On Sunday, July 12th we will gathering virtually to praise God!  Services are live-stream only currently which you can access here.

Sunday is the first day of the week — and we mark it together with worship! At 10:01am on our live-stream we will praise God Almighty with lots of singing, prayer, and learning from God’s word.

We’ll highlight another Praise Challenge Submission, enjoy some special music, and a few other unique elements.

Pastor Ruttan will highlight the need for humility in our thoughts and actions. “Don’t be judgmental!” is something you hear a lot these days. But what does that really mean (and what doesn’t it mean)? We’ll explore Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:1-5 and what they teach us about a humility that is both sincere and confident in a polarized and polarizing world.

Hope you can join us!

Sunday School

At Westminster on Sunday Morning there is Kids and Youth Ministry (Sunday School) for those aged pre-school to the end of high school.

Worship and Time with the Pastor

The Children and Youth stay in the sanctuary to worship at the start of the service and then have a time with the Pastor (called Kids’ Time in the bulletin) about 15 minutes into the start of the service. Then they head downstairs.

What Happens Downstairs?

As soon as the children and youth venture downstairs, they gather together and Laura Ruttan (Sunday School Coordinator), leads everyone in “The Vital Verse” (a.k.a. the verse of the month).  Beginning September 9th, we will be memorizing John 14:15.  Ask your child to teach it to you!

Classes

After this short time, we break into 4 classes:

1. Pre-K to SK

2. Grade 1 to Grade 3

3. Grade 4 to Grade 6

4. “Connect” – Grade 7 to Grade 12

What Do They Do?

Each class focuses on a bible story, and/or a verse from scripture.

• The youngest children often make art projects to help solidify their learning.  A time of play is also incorporated into the youngest class.
• Older students engage in games, plays and/or activities that help to deepen their faith and understanding of the bible.
• Our most mature group, called “Connect,” is discussion-based and helps youth connect faith with today’s world.  Guest speakers from our own congregation will regularly take part in this group, sharing how faith shapes their personal and work life.

All children and youth are welcome and encouraged to join us downstairs for some faith, fun and friendship!

Westminster is dedicated to providing a loving and safe environment for all of the children in our congregation. To help us in this regard we are in the process of implementing the Presbyterian Church’s nation-wide Leading With Care policy.

Nursery

We have a nursery available for kids up to 3 years old (roughly) and you can feel free to drop them off before the service begins. Just ask the greeter at the door where to go.

Our nursery helpers are there at 9:45am and are a friendly and loving group. It’s a bright, inviting space located down the stairs at the back of the sanctuary.