Westminster Presbyterian Church

Plan to enjoy a fun, relaxing, getaway weekend during this year's women's retreat, which will take place at the beautiful Pecometh Retreat Center in Centreville, Maryland. Built on 300 acres that include hiking trails and views of the river, it's located less than five miles from shopping and quaint cafés. As we rejuvenate and meet new friends, we will explore the theme “Fruits of the Spirit” through worship, music, small groups, storytelling, and talks by Associate Executive Presbyter the Reverend Jackie Taylor. There will be plenty of free time on Saturday to hike, shop, read, or nap. Enjoy new facilities with linens provided (sheets and towels), private bath for each room, and a 24-hour coffee/beverage bar. Cost ranges from $150 to $205 per person, depending on double, triple, or quadruple occupancy (two queen beds per room), and includes four meals. Dinner will be on your own Friday night, with check-in between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. Checkout will be by 12:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Space is limited, so plan to register early through the Pecometh website (www.pecometh.org). Give yourself the gift of retreat from life's daily routines and responsibilities; this is guaranteed to be a laughter-inducing, spiritually enriching weekend. Contact Jill Voss (610-274-3538) or Teresa Lunardi (484-947-3200) with questions. We hope to see you there!

Seven members of Westminster will travel to Mozambique this summer and join volunteers from Maryland, North Carolina, and South Africa to build a new church alongside members of a congregation in Macia. How can you support the Mozambique Church build this summer? You may donate the following items for our builders to take with them. For children: crayons, pencils, pens, markers, permanent markers, children's scissors, stickers, Bible story coloring books, jump ropes, small balls, soccer balls and harmonicas. Basic medical supplies: band aids (all sizes), gauze pads/bandages, tape, aspirin, Tylenol (infant, child or adult), Neosporin, Cortaid, anti-diarrheal, Advil, latex gloves, eye wash/cup and other items/medicines to treat basic first aid and stomach problems.

Donations may be dropped off at the front desk labeled "for Mozambique Church." Thank you for your support!

Through May 13
9:00 and 11:15 a.m. - Worship Services
9:00 to 10:00 a.m. - Godly Time
10:10 to 11:00 a.m. - 10:TEN (Christian Education for All Ages)
The Holy Toast Café is open in Community Hall throughout the morning. Stop in for refreshments and fellowship!

May 20
One worship service at 10:00 a.m.

May 27
One worship service at 10:00 a.m.

June 3 to August 26
(Summer Schedule)
8:30 a.m.    Worship in Rodney Chapel
10:00 a.m.    Worship in the Sanctuary
Join us for Summer Tea on the church lawn (weather permitting) following the 10:00 service. The church offices are closed on Fridays in July and August, except for July 27 for Vacation Bible School.

September 2
One worship service at 10:00 a.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church, along with New Castle Presbytery and Brandywine Pastoral Institute, is pleased to host Marcus J. Borg from October 26 to 28. He is known in both academic and church circles as a biblical and Jesus scholar, has appeared on national television programs, and has written many best-sellers.

Dr. Borg will be at Westminster for a full weekend in October to present four lectures, each covering a different topic, preach at two worship services, and lead an adult education class, in addition to book signing and sales.

For the complete schedule and registration information, click here to download the brochure (PDF).