SUNDAY BULLETIN

May 11, 2008Pentecost Sunday

SUNDAY WORSHIP BULLETIN

October 25, 200930th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Westminster Presbyterian Church extends an enthusiastic welcome, in Christ’s name,to all who would worship here or join us in fellowship.

We affirm that there can be no exclusion within the body of Christ.We invite all children of God to join us as disciples of Christ

and participate fully in the life of our congregation.

1502 West 13th Street · Wilmington, DE 19806302-654-5214 · Fax: 302-654-5706 · www.wpc.org

Welcome to Westminster

Whether you are worshiping at Westminster for the first time or returning for a visit, we sincerely welcome you in the name of Christ!

Following our 9:00 a.m. worship service, we invite you to meet today’s “ambassador,” Marlys Kerr, at the back of the sanctuary. She will have a gift for you, and can share information regarding our many ministries for children, youth and adults. She can also guide you to the hospitality area to enjoy fellowship or lead you on a tour of the church.

Children are welcome in worship! Westminster’s Kids’ Notes and worship bags are available each Sunday from the ushers. Kids’ Notes, a weekly companion to Westminster’s morning worship, emphasizes listening and seeing during worship. The bags include storybooks for children of all ages, coloring paper and crayons, a children’s bulletin for those age three to six, and bookmarks for hymns and Scripture.

Worship Aids – You may obtain large print Presbyterian Hymnals and hearing devices from any usher.

Would you like to know more? Check out our website at www.wpc.org.

This Morning at Westminster 8:45 – Noon Child Care for Cribbery (birth – toddler)

9:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Service with Westminster Choir and organ

After TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN, if you wish, your children may leave the Sanctuary and go to:

Godly Care-A unique opportunity for children ages 2 – 4 to get to know God through music, crafts, prayers and stories. Classes are in the Under Six Classrooms A & B.

Godly Play-Children in kindergarten through second grade gather inthe Ruth Christie Room to learn the language of God’s people throughsacred space, stories, parables and liturgical actions. You may pick up your children in Under Six Classroom C.

Godly Kids – Worship education for children in grades 3 and 4 in Rodney Chapel. You may pick up your children in Under Six Classroom D.

10:10 a.m. Prime Time Sunday School Classes for all ages. For a listing of Adult Education classes, see page 5.

11:15 a.m. Worship with old hymns, new songs, and creative liturgy. Children are always welcome in worship, however, childcare is available in Under Six for ages 2 – Grade 2.

Hospitality and Fellowship

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The Holy Toast Café, located in Community Hall, is open from 8:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.Coffee, tea and fellowship are free. Breakfast foods are available for one dollar per item.

ORDER OF WORSHIP AT 9:00 A.M.

PREPARATION FOR WORSHIPEternal God, in my time of gloom, send your light to me. When I am weary and discouraged, lift me up. Open my eyes to the joy of discovery so that I may catch a glimpse of the possibilities you put before me. Amen.

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

*PASSING OF THE PEACE

ORGAN PRELUDE Sonata no. 1 Charles W. Ore

I. (Maestoso; Allegro)

Call to WorshipWe gather in this sacred space to worship God.

We come in search of the abundant life God wants us to enjoy. We are here to have our hearts stirred and our eyes opened.

Let us be alert to the movement of God’s Spirit in our midst.

CHORAL INTROIT

*HYMN NO. 260 “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” EIN’ FESTE BURG

Verse 1: AllVerse 2: WomenVerse 3: MenVerse 4: All

CALL TO CONFESSIONJesus gave sight to the blind and hearing to the deaf.

But too often we choose neither to see nor hear God’s word.

PRAYER OF CONFESSIONLoving God, we confess that our faith is often smalland we fail to trust your promise to be our strength and deliverer.We have doubted your assurance that you never leave or forsake us,and we have been anxious and despairing when life becomes difficult.Whenever darkness envelops our lives,grant us the awareness of your loving presence.Heal us and make us wholein order that we may once again enjoy the blessings of lifeand gratefully acknowledge your steadfast love.

SILENT PRAYER

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ASSURANCE OF GOD’S FORGIVENESSGod liberates those who turn to the way of Christ.

We are set free to walk the path that leads to abundant life.

At the asterisk (*), please stand as you are able.

TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN Anne Ledbetter

ANTHEM “I Have Longed for Thy Saving Health” William Byrd

Westminster Choir

I have longed for Thy saving health, O Lord; thy law is my delight, O Lord. O let my soul live and it shall praise Thee, and thy judgments shall help me.

SCRIPTURE LESSON Mark 10:46-52 New Testament, page 41Westminster By Heart: Charlie Depfer

SERMON “Faith and Healing” Greg Jones

* HYMN NO. 380 “O Christ, the Healer” ERHALT UNS, HERRVerse 1: ChoirVerses 2-5: All

OFFERINGDuring the offering, please sign your name and pass the red folders down each row.

As folders are returned to the center aisle, note the names of fellow worshippers on your pew.

ORGAN OFFERTORY Sonata no. 1 Ore

II. (Andante)

CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE (Hymn No. 591)

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;Praise Christ, all people here below;Praise Holy Spirit evermore;Praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

*HYMN NO. 280 “Amazing Grace” AMAZING GRACE

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Verses 1 - 5

BENEDICTION

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ORGAN POSTLUDE Sonata no. 1 Ore

III. (Allegro maestoso)

*GOING FORTH

If you are visiting with us for the first time, we invite you to meet today’s ambassador, Marlys Kerr,following the service at the back of the sanctuary to receive a gift and information.

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ADULT EDUCATION CLASSESBeginning Today, 10:10 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Paul’s Letter to the Church in Rome - Classroom 6 - Leader, Dr. Greg Jones, today through October 25. Paul’s Letter to the Romans is the longest of Paul’s letters and is widely acclaimed to be his masterpiece. This letter, more than any other, spells out Paul’s understanding of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. Further, it has had a major impact on the doctrines of the church since early times. However, there is by no means a consensus on the interpretation of Paul’s thinking. This class is a combination of lecture and discussion as we wrestle with Paul’s message and what it means for our lives today.

Enough – Discovering Joy Through Simplicity & Generosity – Daughtry House Classroom A DVD-series with presenter Rev. Adam Hamilton, Pastor of Church of the Resurrection (UMC) in Leawood, Kansas. Led by class participants through October 18. Enough is an invitation to rediscover the bible’s wisdom on prudent financial practices. Find the keys to experiencing contentment, overcoming fear, and discovering joy through simplicity and generosity. This program could change your life by changing your relationship with money.

Parenting – Ruth Christie Room Group led, with regular guess Yvonne Nass, Parenting Consultant on the first Sunday of the month. Class discussion built around a powerful DVD series called Nooma. Each viewing session deals with a particular “real life” topic as seen through Jesus’ perspective, and serves as a means to generate discussion and sharing. Nooma encourages group members to search, question, and join the conversation.

Westminster By Heart – Rodney Chapel Meeting Room Led by Biblical Storytellers Shelley Gnade and Mary-beth Howard. This new class offers a unique opportunity to study scripture, foster a deeper personal connection to stories of the Bible, and develop skills for telling Scripture on a regular basis in worship. Be a part of expanding the art of biblical storytelling, connecting to the stories of our faith, and sharing the story with the congregation. Join us whether you are simply interested in Bible study, or know that you want to develop skills in Biblical storytelling.

Living Fully Dying Well – Classroom 5 Led by Dr. Anne Ledbetter today through November 15. Our best decisions about life’s most important events are seldom made in a time of crisis. This study for all ages inspires us to talk openly about faith and mortality. What does our faith say about death? What are the opportunities and challenges of aging? How may we recreate our lives to live fully, joyfully, productively, as long as this life lasts?Cost of course book is $10.

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ADULT EDUCATION CLASSESToday, 10:10 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Jesus and His Vision of Mission – Daughtry House Conference Room DVD series with Dr. Kenneth E. Bailey - October 25 – December 6Ken Bailey gives six presentations on how Jesus viewed mission. Lectures include:

• Isaiah and the Great Commission;• Mission in Luke's Gospel: Evangelism, Justice and Compassion;• Matthew 28: Great Themes of Mission;• Reaching Out To Those Around Us; The "Sent out" and "Call In" of Mission;• Cross Cultural Mission;• Flowers From The Valley Of Terror: Witness of Middle Eastern Christians.

Living Fully, Dying Well – Classroom 5 Led by Dr. Anne Ledbetter, today through November 8. Our best decisions about life’s most important events are seldom made in a time of crisis. This study for all ages inspires us to talk openly about faith and mortality. What does our faith say about death? What are the opportunities and challenges of aging? How may we recreate our lives to live fully, joyfully, productively, as long as this life lasts?Cost of course book is $10.

Parenting – Ruth Christie Room - Group led, with regular guest Yvonne Nass, Parenting Consultant on the first Sunday of the month. Class discussion built around a powerful DVD series called Nooma. Each viewing session deals with a particular “real life” topic as seen through Jesus’ perspective, and serves as a means to generate discussion and sharing. Nooma encourages group members to search, question, and join the conversation.

Paul’s Letter to the Church in Rome – Classroom 6 - Leader, Dr. Greg Jones, through today, October 25. Paul’s Letter to the Romans is the longest of Paul’s letters and is widely acclaimed to be his masterpiece. This letter, more than any other, spells out Paul’s understanding of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. It has had a major impact on the doctrines of the church since early times. However, there is by no means a consensus on the interpretation of Paul’s thinking. This class is a combination of lecture and discussion as we wrestle with Paul’s message and what it means for our lives today.

Westminster By Heart – Meeting Room Led by Biblical Storytellers Shelley Gnade and Mary-beth Howard. This offers a unique opportunity to study scripture, foster a personal connection to stories of the Bible, and develop skills for telling Scripture in worship. Be a part of expanding the art of biblical storytelling, connecting to the stories of our faith, and sharing the story with the congregation. Join us whether you are simply interested in Bible study, or know that you want to develop skills in Biblical storytelling.

ORDER OF WORSHIP AT 11:15 A.M.

PREPARATION FOR WORSHIPEternal God, in my time of gloom, send your light to me. When I am weary and discouraged, lift me up. Open my eyes to the joy of discovery so that I may catch a glimpse of the possibilities you put before me. Amen.

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

*PASSING OF THE PEACE

CALL TO WORSHIP

Praise the Lord, O servants of God;Praise the name of the Lord.

Blessed be the name of the Lord From this time on and forevermore.

From the rising of the sun to its settingThe name of the Lord is to be praised.

*SONG “From the Rising of the Sun”

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At the asterisk (*), please stand as you are able.

PROCESSION OF GOD’S LIGHT AND WORD Acolyte: Haley EiermannAs the acolyte lights the candle, we remember that Christ is the Light of the world.

CALL TO CONFESSION

Jesus gave sight to the blind and hearing to the deaf.But too often we choose neither to see nor hear God’s word.

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Loving God, we confess that our faith is often smalland we fail to trust your promise to be our strength and deliverer.We have doubted your assurance that you never leave or forsake us,and we have been anxious and despairing when life becomes difficult.Whenever darkness envelops our lives,grant us the awareness of your loving presence.Heal us and make us wholein order that we may once again enjoy the blessings of lifeand gratefully acknowledge your steadfast love.

SILENT PRAYER

RESPONSE “Amazing Grace” AMAZING GRACE

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound,That saved a wretch like me!I once was lost, but now am found,Was blind, but now I see.

TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN Anne Ledbetter

SCRIPTURE LESSON Mark 10:46-52 New Testament, page 41 Westminster By Heart: Jill Getty

SERMON “Faith and Healing” Greg Jones

OFFERINGDuring the offering, please sign your name and pass the red folders down each row.

As folders are returned to the center aisle, note the names of fellow worshippers on your pew.

OFFERTORY

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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE “Bring Your Best to Their Worst”

LORD’S PRAYER (page 16 in The Presbyterian Hymnal, using “debts” and “debtors”)

*HYMN NO. 260 “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” EIN’ FESTE BURG

Verses 1 and 2

*BENEDICTION

*RESPONSE “Amazing Grace” Josh Cox, Soloist

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CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

Sunday, October 25 Location 8:15 a.m. Choir Warm-up Adult Music Room 8:30 a.m. Holy Toast Café Community Hall 8:45 a.m. Child Care Cribbery 9:00 a.m. Worship Sanctuary 9:00 a.m. Godly Play Ruth Christie Room 9:00 a.m. Godly Care for Ages 2, 3 and 4 Under 6 - Classroom A 9:00 a.m. Godly Kids for Grades 3 and 4 Rodney Chapel10:10 a.m. Under Six Sunday School Classrooms B&D10:10 a.m. Prime Time for Grades 6 thru 8 Classroom 710:10 a.m. Workshop Rotation for Grades 1 - 5 Grace Hall10:10 a.m. Workshop Rotation for Grades 1 - 5 Classrooms 1-410:10 a.m. Confirmation Class Classroom 810:10 a.m. Senior High Gathering Library10:10 a.m. Adult Ed: Paul's Letter to the Church in Rome Classroom 610:10 a.m. Adult Ed: Jesus & His Vision of Mission Daughtry House Conference Room10:10 a.m. Adult Ed: Westminster By Heart Meeting Room10:10 a.m. Adult Ed: Parenting Ruth Christie Room10:10 a.m. Adult Ed: Living Fully Classroom 510:30 a.m. Vocal Ensemble Rehearsal Adult Music Room11:15 a.m. Worship Sanctuary12:00 p.m. One Shot Service Sunday (OSSS) Community Hall, Classroom 6 & Kitchen12:00 p.m. New Orleans Team Meeting Meeting Room

Monday, October 26 5:30 p.m. Rainbow Chorale Music Department 6:00 p.m. Tri-Board Dinner and Meeting Community Hall, Classroom 6 & Kitchen 7:30 p.m. Deacon General Meeting Grace Hall 7:30 p.m. Session Meeting Classroom 6 7:30 p.m. Trustees Meeting Meeting Room

Tuesday, October 27

9:30 a.m. Staff Meeting Meeting Room 10:30 a.m. Worship Planning Rowell Conference Room 12:00 p.m. Listening to the Lessons Rowell Conference Room 4:00 p.m. Chapel Chimes Youth Music Room 4:30 p.m. Chapel Club Chapel Club 4:30 p.m. Sunshine Choir Adult Music Room 5:30 p.m. BPI Daughtry House Conference Room

7:15 p.m. Girl Talk Ruth Christie Room

Wednesday, October 28 9:30 a.m. Christmas Boxes Wrapping Classroom 8 5:00 p.m. Dialogue Rowell Conference Room 6:15 p.m. Reverberations Bell Choir Youth Music Room 6:30 p.m. Nominating Committee Meeting Room 7:30 p.m. Westminster Choir Rehearsal Adult Music Room

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Thursday, October 2912:00 p.m. Centering Prayer Ruth Christie Room 5:30 p.m. Yoga Rodney Chapel 7:00 p.m. Adult Ed.~Invitation to the New Testament Meeting Room 7:00 p.m. Adult Ed.~Isaiah Class Rowell Conference Room

Friday, October 30

9:00 a.m. F.I.S.H. Phone Volunteers Classroom 5 8:00 p.m. Silent Movie: Phantom of the Opera Sanctuary 9:30 p.m. Movie Reception Meeting Room

Saturday, October 31

7:00 a.m. 180° Service Saturday Off Site Location 7:30 a.m. Men's Bible Study Club Room 9:00 a.m. Yoga Rodney Chapel

THURSDAY evening Adult Education Classes

Invitation to the New Testament – led by Bob CoxThursdays, October 15 – December 177:00 – 8:30 p.m.Meeting RoomCost - $25 for materials

Developed by Disciple Bible Studies, this short-term eight week class uses in-depth study of the biblical text, weekly preparation, video mini-lectures, and small group discussion to nurture personal discipleship. Using Matthew’s Gospel as a starting point, this study examines how New Testament writers and the early Christian community wrestled with the implications of the story of Jesus for their lives and their communities of faith.

Isaiah I, II, and III Thursdays, October 29, November 19, December 3 and December 177:00 – 8:00 p.m.Rowell Conference Room

Journey into the depths of ancient prophecy. Engage the Old and New Testaments.

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The Chancel flowers today are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Wilma Tull in honor of her birthday from Peter Rittenhouse and Bob and Sue Schofield.

The rosebud at the side of the pulpit this morning is in celebration of the birth of Barrett Windsor McCabe, born October 15, daughter of Abbey and Casey McCabe and sister to Hudson. She is the granddaughter of Clark and Donna Collins and great granddaughter of Phil Collins and Don and Dolly Windsor. We welcome this child into the Westminster family.

Sanctuary Flowers - Consider giving the sanctuary flowers for Sunday worship. Your gift of God’s natural beauty to remember or honor loved ones, or to celebrate an event, expresses praise and thanksgiving to God. Please contact Linda Watson during business hours at 302-571-6719 or lwatson@ycst.com. Available dates for flowers are November 1, 8, and 29 and December 6, 20, and 27.

Are you wearing a nametag? Whether you are a longtime member or new to the church, wearing a nametag provides others the opportunity to meet you, greet you by name, and for you to become more familiar with others at church. Nametags and markers are in baskets at all major entrances. Extend hospitality, kindness and friendship by wearing a nametag every Sunday.

“Westminster to Go” Audio tapes and DVD’s of recent Westminster worship services are available. Please use the sign-out sheet when you borrow them from the front desk. Printed sermons are available on the literature tables the following week and on our website at www.wpc.org.

Please remember in your prayers:

Westminster’s homebound family who can no longer attend worship with us. Send a card, say a prayer, visit! This week we ask you to remember Inez Cobb, HC, Cokesbury Village 726 Loveville Road, Hockessin, DE 19707 and Bob Tiews, Stonegates, Apt. 171, 4031 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807.

Our brothers and sisters in worldwide ministry (see back page.)

Westminster’s Covenant Prayer Group is committed to praying weekly for specific needs of the faith community. Anyone with prayer requests may leave a confidential message on 302-654-5848, ext. 335, or fill out a prayer request card (in the pew pocket) and place it in the offering plate.

A Centering Prayer time occurs every Thursday at noon in the Ruth Christie Room. Anyone is welcome to participate. Basically, those who come spend thirty minutes in silence. Silence allows us time and space to empty our minds, quiet our brains’ chatter, and be still and attentive to God.

The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan often seem far away, and we may neglect to realize that Americans, as well as Iraqis, Afghans, and members of coalition forces, continue to die each day. As Christians, we are called to pray for the spreading of peace and justice and an end to violence. If someone in your family is serving in these wars, we ask that you let us know, so that we may include that person on our prayer list. (Contact Colleen Falasco: 302-654-5214 ext. 131, or cfalasco@wpc.org.)

This week we pray for Those known to the WPC Community presently serving in the Middle East:

Afghanistan: Neal Moody and Daniel ReinsenbergerIraq: Ken Bachman

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WORSHIP NOTES

CONGREGATIONAL CARE AND PRAYER

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The families of those from the U.S. who have died most recently: Sergeant Michael Scusa, age 22, of Villas, New Jersey, October 3Staff Sergeant Glen Stivison, Jr., age 34, of Blairsville, Pennsylvania, October 15Specialist Jesus Flores, Jr., age 28 of La Mirada, California,October 15Specialist Daniel Lawson, age 33, of Deerfield Beach, Florida, October 15Private 1st Class Brandon Styer, age 19, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, October 15Sergeant Christopher Rudzinski, age 28, of Rantoul, Illinois, October 16Specialist Anthony Green, age 28, of Matthews, North Carolina, October 16Staff Sergeant Chris Staats, age 32, of Fredericksburg, Texas, October 16Specialist Michael Dahl, Jr., age 23, of Moreno Valley, California, October 17Private 1st Class Daniel Rivera, age 22, of Rochester, New York, October 18

Those who have returned from service, possibly suffering from wounds or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, whose scars may by deep and long-lasting.

ONE SHOT SERVICE SUNDAY

Today is the second annual One Shot Service Sunday (OSSS) for 10 participating congregations in New Castle Presbytery.   Eleven WPC youth and two adults will join teens from nine other churches to participate in an afternoon service blitz at ministry places such as Urban Promise, Habitat for Humanity, men's and women's shelters, Delaware Clothing Bank and others.  After working hard for three hours, the teams will return to Westminster's Community Hall for pizza and closing worship.  

HALLOWEEN FUN

THIS FRIDAY NIGHT! Join us in the sanctuary at 8:00 p.m. to experience one of the most classic horror films of all time: the original 1925 silent movie, Phantom of the Opera. Starring Lon Chaney and featuring live organ accompaniment by Paul Fleckenstein, this 80-minute tour-de-force provides chills, thrills, and laughs. Got a Halloween costume? Let’s see it Friday night! Don’t have one? Come and enjoy the show anyway. See flyer on page 11. (Your $10 donation helps send your Westminster Choir on tour to Germany in May.)

WESTMINSTER CHURCH BAZAAR 2009

Westminster’s Bazaar has made $281,100 in mission giving possible over the last 14 years. The week of November 1-7 will be another very busy time for many people who set up and run this event. Please take one of the bright yellow Bazaar 2009 fliers from the literature table and post it somewhere or share it with a friend. All are welcome to come, shop and have fun on Friday November 6 th (1:00 – 8:00 p.m.) and Saturday November 7 (9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.). Written requests for the Women of Westminster Benevolence Giving Committee can be addressed to Sandy Johnston and sent to Westminster Church.

Baked Goods and Specialties - If you would like to donate baked goods or specialty items, please contact Jean Custin at 302-998-4932.  You may drop off items Thursday afternoon or Friday morning before the Bazaar, or contact Jean for an alternate time. 

All white elephant donations must be received November 2nd – 4th (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday) from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. You can find complete set-up schedules on the literature tables outside of the sanctuary.  

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NEWS TO NOTE

Show Your Support for WestminsterHalfway into our 2010 Transformational Stewardship Campaign, we are progressing toward our goal of increasing pledges by 5%. A list of those who have pledged so far will be in the next Chimes. To show your support and have your name added to this early list, please have your pledge in by Monday, November 9. Submit your 2010 pledge online at www.wpc.org/give-to-the-church/ or complete a pledge card at the receptionist’s desk. “Each person should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”  2 Corinthians 9:7

Church Growth Seminar Beginning this afternoon, through tomorrow, both of your pastors and four Westminster lay leaders (Karen Dietz, Shelley Gnade, Anne Gunn, and Jerry Spilecki)  will be attending a presbytery-sponsored conference in Lewes, DE.  This conference will be led by the Vital Churches Institute, and will focus on church growth in faith and outreach.   Please remember them in your prayers.

All Saints Day is next Sunday, November 1. Those who have died during the time period between All Saints Sunday last year and October 31, 2009 will be named in the memorial prayers during communion. If you wish to have the name of a loved one who was not a member of Westminster included, please call the front desk (302-654-5214) or send an email to cfalasco@wpc.org.

Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 1. Enjoy an extra hour of sleep before worshiping next Sunday.

Parking problems? We have four additional locations in case you find that the main lot at 13th & Rodney is full: 1508 Penna. Ave. (Directly across from WPC), 1606 Penna. Ave. (Cadillac Dealership – in front), 1611 Penna. Ave. (Boston Market) and behind 1600 Penna. Ave. (access from Clayton Street). As a reminder, print out a map from our website, www.wpc.org, or help yourself to a blue copy at the main entrances.

Coffee Cans - Please bring your clean coffee cans (11-14 oz) to the Receptionist desk for the Cookie Walk and Christmas Boxes.

Memorial Service for Forrest Guth at Arlington National Cemetery, Friday, October 30 at 3:00 p.m . If you wish to attend this service, you must have some form of identification and arrive between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. The entrance to Arlington National Cemetery is from Memorial Drive, just West of Arlington Memorial Bridge. When entering, drive forward to the entry guards. Tell them you are attending interment services for Forrest Guth beginning with a Chapel service. Proceed forward and take the first right in front of the Womens’ Memorial. Follow the white line to the top of the hill and the gates of Ft. Myer. At the gate, everyone in your vehicle must show an ID. Parking is on the left; the chapel is on the right. Following the chapel service, we will process by car to the gravesite. Contact: John Guth 757-472-9966.

SMALL GROUPS

Women's reading group, Girl Talk, meets this Tuesday, October 27.  Join us at 7:15 p.m. in the Ruth Christie room for a discussion of this month's book, A Hope in the Unseen, by Ron Suskind, a graduate of Conrad High School here in Wilmington.  All Westminster members and friends are invited to participate.  Kindly RSVP to the church office (302-654-5214), if possible, so we know about how many to expect.

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YOGA IN RODNEY CHAPEL

Relax and Renew with Yoga at WPC: Join us at one or both of our ongoing yoga classes. There is an evening class each Thursday at 5:30, and a morning class each Saturday at 9:00. Both classes are held in Rodney Chapel. Bring a yoga mat. Suggested donation is between $5 and $10. No age or ability restrictions.

Our Mission Emphasis for October is “Employment Assistance.”

Tony Campolo is the guest speaker at the Urban Promise Annual Banquet this Thursday, October 29 at the Chase Center on the Riverfront. Activities include a 4:30 p.m. seminar, a silent auction starting at 6:00 p.m., and a dinner and program starting at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are available separately for the seminar, for the auction and dinner, or for both events.  For Information and to purchase tickets, go to UP's website (www. urbanpromise.org) or contact John Doyle, 302-636-9061.

Recycle Calendars and Cards for Christmas Boxes: If you don’t need those calendars and greeting cards that arrive in your mail, drop them off at the Reception Desk any day of the week. We’ll recycle them as part of the Christmas Boxes project. Questions – contact Joyce Ruston at 302-652-1795 or trolleysquare@comcast.net.

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PASTORAL STAFFGregory K. Jones, Head of Staff

Anne R. Ledbetter, Associate Pastor for Congregational Life

PASTORAL CARE ASSISTANT: Jill Getty

CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR: Debbie Brown

CHURCH EDUCATOR: Susan Moseley

MUSIC STAFFPaul Fleckenstein, Organist/Director of Music

Mary Beth Davis, Director of Music for Children, Youth and HandbellsSandie Reinicker, Director of Sunshine Choir

Section Leader/Soloists: Diana Milburn, Ruth Bailis, Justin Gonzalez, Brian Carter

YOUTH MINISTRY TEAMSusan Moseley and Mary Beth Davis

SUPPORT STAFFSusan Alexander, Receptionist

Colleen Falasco, Operations AssistantJerry Hunter, Financial Assistant

Suzie Hurlock, Administrative SecretaryNicole Hughes, Director of Communication and Database Management

Jerry Reed, Facilities ManagerSextons: Roger W. Atkins, Robert King, Kevin Krick, Joan Truitt

EDITOR OF WEEKLY WORD AND CHIMES: Nikki Thorn

WORLDWIDE MINISTRYMalawi – Sue Makin, M.D.

Guatemala – Roger and Gloria Mariott, Dennis and Maribel Smith, Karla Koll and the Mam PresbyteryCongo – Timothee Kalonji Matadi, Cecilé de Sweemer, MD, Pastor Jean-Marc Katujudi Nkuna and

Members of the Kamulumba-Ditalala ParishKenya-Rev. Dr. Lyle and Terry Dykstra, PCUSA Mission Volunteers

SESSIONLiz Bacon, Meg Burich, Martha Carper, Jim Carter, Clark Collins, Charlie Depfer,

Mark Gerstenschlager, Ross Getty, Shelley Gnade, Dick Haden, Denison Hatch, Mary-beth Howard, Fred Iobst,Barbara Jobe, Don Kuespert, Sue Linderman, Bunny Michener, Jan Patrick, Bruce Petrovick,

Margo Reign, Jerry Spilecki, Alex Sprague, Kathryn van Amerongen, Frank Waldburger

BOARD OF DEACONSKen Barnaby, Beth Bowersock, Kim Carrick, Jack Coleman, Peggy Carroll, Ginnie Chagnon, Craig Checkel,

Bob Cox, Eadie Churchill, Tammy Daley, Kris DeMesse, Cathy Edge, Eric Etshman, Barbara Fedeler, Todd Gray,Carol Noggle Harris, Carol Hopkins, Carla Krupanski, Ralph Lewis, David Mathe, Carolyn McKeown, Carol Mosher,

Ruth Nace, Donna Nelson, Polly Pyle-Carter, Teri Richmond, Patti Ridout, Robin Rosser, Ann Shadduck, Ellen Slade, Cora Sparling, Mike Sprague, Melissa Stabler, Judy Stoffer, Julia Stone, Sally Thomas

DEACON TEAM OF THE MONTHDonna Nelson, Cathy Edge, Carla Krupanski, Eric Etshman

TRUSTEESBob Chagnon, Don Furry, Sara Geuder, John Johnston, George Krupanski,

Bob McKeown, Bill Nace, John Richmond, Christine Schiltz, Stan Stevenson, Philip Timon, Helen Walker