Year: 2026
January Series with David Brooks
January 22, 2026Due to the significant winter storm forecast for our area, our lunch and learn January Series at 12:00 pm Monday, January 26 has been canceled. Instead watch David Brooks presentation at Calvin University from 12:30-1:30 pm from home. He will help us become more understanding toward others and find the joy that comes from being seen. His latest book, How to Know a Person, draws on neuroscience, theater, philosophy, history, and education. He will share how this integrated approach can enhance human connection. Click here to watch his presentation.
Mourning Star Grief Group Starts in February
January 22, 20266:00-7:00 pm Sundays, February 15 – March 22 • Library
Mourning Star is a Christ-centered small group that helps individuals navigate grief with others. The group meets in a series of 6 weeks in a row, weekly, with periodic breaks during the year. Our curriculum uses biblical application, discussion questions and easy-to-follow materials though the following purposes:
- Mutual encouragement in a confidential small group
- Navigating your unique grief journey
- Building your foundation of support
- Memories as a gift from God
- Handling challenges and human failings
Led by Pastor Leah Hrachovec and Laurie Albrecht. Click here to register.
Souper Bowl of Caring Offering
Donate to our Souper Bowl of Caring offering on Super Bowl Sunday. This year the offering will go to the West Chester Food Cupboard. After both services on February 8, there will be youth standing in the Narthex with large soup pots to collect cash and checks (made out to “Westminster Presbyterian”). Our goal is to beat our previous year’s total and reach $5,000!
Come Sunday: Worship and Music Workshop
9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, February 21
Come Sunday: Worship and Music That Moves Us is a gathering exploring the rich worship and music traditions of the Black diaspora. As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, this event invites us to reflect on how we worship in spirit and truth—celebrating cultural gifts while reckoning with injustice.
Be inspired by powerful keynote speakers, lectures, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and worship experiences, learn how to lead worship that honors tradition and avoids harmful appropriation and connect with others committed to justice, reconciliation, and faithful worship. There are two tracks: Choral Singing (led by Arreon Harley-Emerson & Elevate Vocal Arts) and Worship Leadership (led by David Gambrell and Danté Stewart). Come back on Sunday for a closing concert and Sunday worship service. Click here to register.
New Journey Series: Discover Unshakable Hope with Max Lucado
10:15 am Sundays, February 1-15 • Spellman Jr & Zoom
In a world where so much of life feels shaky—jobs, health, relationships, the future—we all long for something solid to stand on. Max Lucado’s Unshakable Hope reminds us that when we belong to God, we can filter every tremble and trial through unbreakable promises. Join us for a brand-new Journey series as we explore these life-giving truths together. Whether you’re facing uncertainty or simply want to strengthen your faith, this study will leave you encouraged, grounded, and hopeful. Click here to attend via Zoom.
Winter Weather Update: Tuesday, January 27
January 26, 2026Out of an abundance of caution, Westminster will open at 10:30 am on Tuesday, January 27. Dave Walter’s presentation to the Tuesday Fellowship group will be rescheduled.
Thank you for your understanding and your flexibility. Please stay safe, stay warm, and take care in the midst of this winter weather.
Winter Weather Update: Monday, January 26
January 25, 2026Out of an abundance of caution, Westminster will be closed on Monday, January 26.
This includes the preschool and the church office. Most meetings and small groups will now meet virtually including The Chosen small group. Any questions on changes to meetings and small groups, please contact our staff.
Thank you for your understanding and your flexibility. Please stay safe, stay warm, and take care in the midst of this winter weather.
Winter Weather Schedule Change: Sunday, January 25
January 22, 2026Due to the significant winter storm forecast for our area, our 10:00 am worship service will be online only. The building will be closed on Sunday.
Our Annual Congregational Meeting will meet via Zoom only at 11:00 am. We strongly encourage your participation, as the annual meeting includes important updates in the life of Westminster; your vote on Terms of Call for pastors; election of Endowment Fund Board members; receiving the 2025 Annual report (Click here to read it) and receiving the 2026 budget. Click here to attend via Zoom. You will then receive information to join the meeting.
Gerry McShane’s retirement celebration has been postponed to February 8. All other activities planned for Sunday are cancelled or will meet online. Watch for updates from specific ministry areas for more details. Stay safe, and we look forward to worshiping and meeting together online.
Early Bird Registration Open for the Men’s Retreat
January 22, 2026April 10-April 12 • Sandy Cove Retreat Center
This retreat invites men to take an honest look at the spiritual and emotional environment we are building. Join other men for a powerful weekend of teaching, prayer, honest conversation, worship, and practical steps toward lasting change. Leave equipped and renewed to cultivate a home where God’s presence is felt, grace flows freely, and your family thrives under your intentional leadership. Click here to register.
Westminster Goes to the Sixers
January 22, 20261:00 pm Saturday, March 14
Join us for an afternoon at the Sixers! We will do a group reservation and everyone will coordinate their own ride to and from the game. Tickets will be $41 per person. Click here to register by February 14 – only register if you are a definite go. Once we have final numbers we will purchase the tickets and then send out a Venmo link.