Archives for February 2020

An Invitation

February 12, 2020 by Kate Brinkley

Ash Wednesday
February 26, 2020 at 6:30 a.m. or 6:30 p.m.

As the season of Lent begins, I would like to invite you to an Ash Wednesday service at Westminster. Our Ash Wednesday services are brief — 20-30 minutes — and include music, prayer, liturgy, and the imposition of ashes. As in previous years, we have two choices: 6:30 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. If you’re on your way to work or are a morning person anyway, stop by the sanctuary for a brief service at 6:30 a.m. Then, join other morning worshippers for a cup of coffee or tea and a pastry in the Gathering Place. If this seems a little early, you’re welcome to our evening service at 6:30 p.m. Either way, the time of Ash Wednesday this year should be etched on our minds! Just remember…6:30.
Blessings,
Ken Henry

An Update from Literacy Volunteers of C’ville

February 6, 2020 by Kate Brinkley

Westminster has been contributing to the Literacy Volunteers Citizenship Program through Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville/Albemarle. Here are some exciting updates and opportunities for our deeper involvement in their meaningful work.

A New Coordinator

This month the program welcomed Catherine McCall as Citizenship Coordinator. Catherine previously served as a citizenship class teacher for one of the organization’s intermediate classes. Prior to moving to this area, she was coordinator for Social Studies Education at the University of Maryland. Catherine will teach citizenship classes, lead workshops, support tutors and their students working toward citizenship, and conduct intake interviews with new students.

Student Milestones

In 2019 the program had 25 students pass their citizenship test. Six students passed just last month! Many of those students took their Oath of Allegiance on February 7, at a Citizenship Ceremony at the Charlottesville US Courthouse, at 11 a.m. All are invited!
New Tutor Trainings

Members of Westminster are also invited to participate in upcoming new tutor training sessions. The program is always in need of dedicated volunteers willing to help adult learners improve their lives through literacy and English language education. Here’s a schedule of trainings:

Tuesday, February 11 & Wednesday, February 12
5:30 – 8:30 p.m. / must attend both evenings / dinner provided each night
Saturday, March 7
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / lunch provided
Saturday, April 25
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / lunch provided
For more information or to register, call 434-977-3838.

All Things New – 2020 Women’s Retreat

February 4, 2020 by Kate Brinkley

Mark your calendar for the annual women’s retreat at Graves Mountain Lodge in Syria, Virginia, on April 24-26! For several years, 20-22 women have gathered to enjoy fellowship, study God’s word, relax, and make/strengthen friendships. Please consider joining us this year. The cost will be $200 and includes two nights of lodging, five meals, and two reception hours (plus all materials and many great memories). Registration is on February 16 in the Gathering Place (in between services and after the 11 a.m. service). Your check (made out to Westminster Presbyterian Church) and completion of the registration form, available on Feb. 16, will hold your spot. Questions? See a member of the retreat committee: Lynne Clements, Patty Vandever, Dana Eastman, Heather Warren, or Beth Nissen. Interested in being a part of the planning committee this year? Just let one of us know!

Archives for February 2020

An Invitation

An Update from Literacy Volunteers of C’ville

All Things New – 2020 Women’s Retreat

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