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By Barbara and Lizzie Marsh The Marsh family has been a part of Westminster Church for the past 56 years, and we want to thank you for giving us a place to worship and grow in our faith in connection with others whose faith foundation governs their lives. As grandmother and granddaughter, Barbara and Lizzie Marsh are two of our family who have been asked to write about our experiences at…
In those wee dark hours of Easter’s dawn, the fear and trembling initially felt by the women at the tomb gave way to wonder and courage. I imagine their eyes lighting up as they remembered Jesus’ promises. Everything he promised was true about death leading to the resurrection. They trusted even more everything he had taught and the way he lived. From that day forward, they saw his face in the fac…
By Rev. Laura BentleyAssociate Pastor Years ago, I worked at a church that had a pop-up ministry for people who were homeless or in need of essentials. My co-worker Jane, along with the high school youth, had begun showing up with sandwiches and a van full of supplies to Allegheny Commons in the North Side. Once a month they would set up in the park and just see who might need some warm clothes,…
By Christine HestwoodMusic Director Pentecost was the moment when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles and they were given the Great Commission, to spread the message of Jesus Christ to the world. I’m writing to encourage you to have your own pentecost, a time to celebrate and renew your faith, and share your faith with others. It might be as simple as “+1”! A friend of mine grew up in a churc…
By Melanie Hallums Elder Our beautiful church stands tall, serving as a center of worship and the community since the end of World War II. Our original building was dedicated in 1948, and much of our infrastructure dates to that era as well. This includes the church’s electrical system. The building’s original and main electrical panel was installed when the church was first built. Like stories we …
By Laura Ecklin My earliest memories of Pentecost include dozens of red balloons on a Sunday morning during worship. If you have been around Westminster for a long time, maybe you remember, too. This year, I am approaching this celebration of the Holy Spirit with eyes wide open. The phrase “come alive” immediately makes me think of the song by the same name from The Greatest Showman, a movie fol…
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16 By Jerry Malarkey Youth Commission Chair We all inhabit var…
By Faith Kemmler Director of Children's & Family Ministry Like many others, I had to study a language in high school. My small school only offered French and Spanish, and being the practical person I am, I chose Spanish. I thoroughly enjoyed learning a new language. I liked the rhythm of practicing conjugation and the simplicity of recounting my favorite things and daily routines as I learned to…
