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Two Worship Services &
Faith Formation Returns September 13
Worship at 9 & 11 a.m. • Faith Formation at 10 a.m.
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Westminster Welcomes Allie Wrage
Westminster is pleased to welcome Allie Wrage as our Interim Pastoral Associate for Belonging for the coming year. Allie is a graduate of Furman University and Duke Divinity School and recently completed a two-year pastoral residency at Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte. She brings experience in congregational ministry, a passion for connecting with people across generations, and a genuine love for the life and work of the church. In her role at Westminster, Allie w
Sep 6
Westminster Recognized as a 2026 Goodwill Mission Champion
Westminster Presbyterian Church has been named one of five 2026 Mission Champions by Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina. The award recognizes community partners whose commitment and collaboration have strengthened Goodwill’s mission and made a meaningful difference in the lives of those it serves. Westminster was selected following nominations from Goodwill staff who witnessed the impact of our partnership during the past year. Scott Neely, Westminster’s Director o
Aug 24
A Message from Betsy: Preparing for Holy Week
Holy Week is the heart of our life together—moving from celebration to table, from shadow to light, from death to resurrection. We invite you to walk this week with us. Take a moment to hear a word from Betsy as we enter this sacred time. Holy Week at Westminster Palm Sunday March 29 | 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. | Sanctuary Maundy Thursday April 2 | 6:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall A service around the table with soup dinner and communion (not livestreamed) Good Friday April 3 | 6:30 p.m.
Mar 27
Glimpses of Hope: A Weekend of Prayer, Reflection, and Community
On a rainy Sunday in February, thirty-four members and friends of Westminster traveled to St. Francis Springs Prayer Center for a 24-hour retreat titled Glimpses of Hope , offered by Westminster’s Ministry of Spiritual Practice. What they found there was more than a change of scenery. They found space—space to breathe, to reflect, to pray, and to rediscover hope together. Amy Gilliland appreciated “the balance between group activities and individual free time.” She reflected
Mar 4
Ancient Voices Study Postponed
Out of an abundance of caution, the first session of Ancient Voices, Timeless Wisdom: An Invitation to the New Testament Class has been postponed. Our study will now begin: Tuesday, February 10 | 6:30–8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 11 | 9:30–11:00 a.m. Both sessions will meet in the Chapel . Please note that the class schedule has also been extended and will now wrap up the week of March 31 / April 1 . Thank you for being so understanding as we prioritize safety. This schedul
Feb 3
Hungry, Hungry, Hungry
This reflection accompanies the ceramic piece Hungry, Hungry, Hungry, now displayed at Westminster Presbyterian Church. The artist offers these words as an invitation to pause, to witness, and to reflect on suffering, hope, and the call of faith. The creation of this piece, crafted during the summer months, was shaped by a season of intense reflection. I found myself overwhelmed by the relentless reports from Gaza—particularly the devastating images of children. From my posit
Jan 9
Surprisingly Sacred, Christmas Day
Our very being reflects the sacred. The incarnation of God in human flesh is proof. “Have you ever noticed that the expression ’the light of the world’ is used to describe the Christ (John 8:12) but that Jesus also applies the same phrase to us? (Matthew 5:14, ’you are the light of the world.’)” (page 31, The Universal Christ ) I am beloved as a child of God, no matter what. How do my life and actions reflect my identity as God’s child?
Dec 25, 2025
Sacred Knowing, Wednesday, December 24
“Blessed are you in whom the light lives, in whom the brightness blazes---your heart a chapel, an altar where in the deepest night can be seen the fire that shines forth in you in unaccountable faith, in stubborn hope, in love that illuminates every broken thing it finds.” Jan Richardson in Circle of Grace When I drop into the depths of the my heart and listen for God, what do I know in my bones as God’s calling over my life?
Dec 24, 2025
Sacred Knowing, Tuesday, December 23
It doesn’t have to be the blue iris, it could be weeds in a vacant lot, or a few small stones; just pay attention, then patch a few words together and don’t try to make them elaborate, this isn’t a contest but the doorway into thanks, and a silence in which another voice may speak. Praying by Mary Oliver When I drop into the depths of the my heart and listen for God, what do I know in my bones as God’s calling over my life?
Dec 23, 2025
Sacred Knowing, Monday, December 22
Let us seek out quiet to hear the voice that brings peace by gently saying, “do not be afraid.” “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Look, the young woman is with child and shall bear a son, and shall name him Immanuel.” Isaiah 7: 14 When I drop into the depths of the my heart and listen for God, what do I know in my bones as God’s calling over my life?
Dec 22, 2025
Sacred Space, Saturday, December 20
“And God will delight when we are creators of justice and joy, compassion and peace: yes, God will delight when we are creators of justice, justice and joy!” “For Everyone Born,” chorus Hymn #769, Glory to God How do the spaces I inhabit reflect God’s justice and joy? What am I being called to create in order to further goodness in the world this day?
Dec 20, 2025
Sacred Space, Friday, December 19
“Earth’s crammed with heaven, And every common bush afire with God, But only he who seeks takes off his shoes.” ~Elizabeth Barrett Browning How do the spaces I inhabit reflect God’s justice and joy? What am I being called to create in order to further goodness in the world this day?
Dec 19, 2025
Sacred Space, Thursday, December 18
“Ours is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world this is within our reach.” ~Clarissa Pinkola Estes How do the spaces I inhabit - at home, work, and in community - reflect God’s justice and joy? What am I being called to create in order to further goodness in the world this day?
Dec 18, 2025
Sacred Space, Wednesday, December 17
“One of the most calming and powerful actions you can do to intervene in a stormy world is to stand up and show your soul. Struggling souls catch light from other souls who are fully lit and willing to show it.” Clarissa Pinkola Estes How do the spaces I inhabit reflect God’s justice and joy? What am I being called to create in order to further goodness in the world this day?
Dec 17, 2025
Sacred Space, Tuesday, December 16
“Steadfast love and faithfulness meet; righteousness and peace kiss each other. Faithfulness springs up from the ground, and righteousness looks down from the sky.” Psalm 85: 10-11 How do the spaces I inhabit reflect God’s justice and joy? What am I being called to create in order to further goodness in the world this day?
Dec 16, 2025
Sacred Space, Monday, December 15
“B ut let justice roll down like water and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.” Amos 5:24 How do the spaces I inhabit reflect God’s justice and joy? What am I being called to create in order to further goodness in the world this day?
Dec 15, 2025
Sacred People, Saturday, December 13
This year’s Advent devotional uses a new format. In place of longer written pieces, each day offers a scripture, an image, and a short meditation. It’s simple, flexible, and easy to enter at any point in the season. (this prayer may be used to receive and release using the rhythm of your breathing) Somewhere someone needs help. Send love. It matters. If you can’t get there yourself, then take a deep breath, Breathe in the weight of their troubles. Breath out and send all thos
Dec 13, 2025
Sacred People, Friday, December 12
This year’s Advent devotional uses a new format. In place of longer written pieces, each day offers a scripture, an image, and a short meditation. It’s simple, flexible, and easy to enter at any point in the season. God of Love, By your grace we seek to be wise and courageous, to speak the truth boldly, to stand for the good. May we do so in your Spirit, gently and humbly present for others. By your grace may we desire to be loving instead of being right, to listen instead
Dec 12, 2025
Sacred People, Thursday, December 11
This year’s Advent devotional uses a new format. In place of longer written pieces, each day offers a scripture, an image, and a short meditation. It’s simple, flexible, and easy to enter at any point in the season. “Walk cheerfully over the world, answering that of God in every one.” George Fox How do I see the sacred in other people this day?
Dec 11, 2025
Sacred People, Wednesday, December 10
This year’s Advent devotional uses a new format. In place of longer written pieces, each day offers a scripture, an image, and a short meditation. It’s simple, flexible, and easy to enter at any point in the season. “The glory of God is the human person fully alive.” ~St. Irenaeus When do I see the sacred in other people this day?
Dec 10, 2025
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