Westminster is a community of faith that believes in the importance of lifelong learning and spiritual growth. We offer a wide range of dynamic educational opportunities to foster reflection, interaction, and transformation. Our adult groups are another great way to connect with others in our community of faith and to build lasting relationships centered on Christ. We invite you to explore these opportunities and join us as we journey together!
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Faith Formation for Adults – Fall 2024
Adult Education and Faith Formation
Sunday Morning Classes and Guest Speakers
Sundays, 10:10 a.m. | In Person and Online
Westminster regularly hosts guest speakers and classes in various spaces throughout the church. With the recent installation of new technology onsite, we are pleased to offer both in-person and virtual options for our lineup of education and faith formation programs for adults. Select classes will be available to watch live via Zoom or as a livestream on Westminster’s YouTube channel. To stay up-to-date, check our events calendar and subscribe to our e-newsletter. Recent speaker recordings can be found on YouTube.
Some of our nationally-known guest speakers have included Matthew Fox, author, theologian, and Episcopal priest; Gregory Boyle, Jesuit Priest, author, humanitarian, and founder of Homeboy Industries; Christian Wiman, author, poet, and speaker; Dr. M. A. Muqtedar Khan, associate professor at the University of Delaware; Adams Cassinga, CEO and Founder of ConservCongo; and U.S. Senator Tom Carper. Most recently, Dr. Nathan Stucky, Director of the Farminary Project at Princeton Seminary, spoke about Faith in an Exhausted World; Former Governor Jack Markell and Senator Sarah McBride discussed efforts to welcome Afghan refugees; Dr. James M. Ellison presented on Alzheimer’s disease and memory care; and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester spoke about voting rights in America.
Our programs are always evolving to include current and timely topics, which have included racial and social justice, climate change and alternative energy, parenting, theology and Christianity, Biblical studies and history, mission partnerships, global conflict, food and agriculture, stress management, relationships, retirement planning, mental illness, the opioid crisis, and much more.
Midweek Bible Studies
Wednesdays, 12 p.m. | Thursdays, 6 p.m. | Online
Westminster has two Bible Studies that meet weekly via Zoom. These studies are open to all and new faces are always welcome! The Midweek Manna Bible Study, led by several church members, meets each Wednesday from 12 to 1 p.m. The Thursday Evening Bible Study, facilitated by Westminster members Mary Anne Peters and Randy Williamson, meets each Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m.
Thursday Evening Education Events
Thursdays, 7 p.m. | Online
Since July 2020, Westminster’s Peace & Justice Work Group has sponsored weekly education events via Zoom. Join us on Thursday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m. for engaging and timely presentations and conversations. For more information, visit Work for Justice + Peace.
Seasonal Small Groups
Westminster offers occasional small group studies and discussion groups that meet for set periods of time – for instance, during the Season of Lent (the 40 days when the church prepares for Easter). Class sizes are limited to foster meaningful discussion; online signup is available when these groups are announced. Information about these events will be provided via our weekly e-newsletter. Be sure to subscribe!
Special Events
Periodically, we offer additional education opportunities as circumstances arise. Information about these events will be provided via our weekly e-newsletter. Be sure to subscribe!
Adult Groups
For Men
Men’s Fellowship Group
Saturdays, 9:00–10:30 a.m. | In Person
An open and informal gathering for men of all ages, discussions include a wide range of topics with Biblical relevance and group members share joys and concerns with others. Conversations explore real-world and deeply personal challenges to faith and spirituality. Open discussion is encouraged. All conversations are confidential. All men are welcome.
For Women
Women’s Online Community Group
2nd and 4th Thursdays, 5–6 p.m. | Online
Established as a way to foster deeper connections through sharing, prayer, guided fellowship, and heartfelt discussions, this group is open to women of all ages who wish to join.
For Singles
Flying Solo
A group of single adults meet to support each other in friendship, through social activities and fellowship. New participants are welcome! Outings have included Sunday brunch, Friday night dinner, visits to museums, theater shows, festivals, garden tours, in-home gatherings, and attending Westminster concerts and mission activities together.
For Readers
Book Talk – Monthly Book Discussion Group
1st Thursday, 10–11 a.m.
Do you enjoy reading and discussing books? Book Talk meets monthly in person for discussion of a book suggested by any member of the group, usually alternating between fiction and nonfiction and a variety of topics. All are welcome!