We don’t want to give away any surprises, but don’t miss this Sunday! Or any Sunday in October, to be honest.
Here are a few hints: jingle, abundance, Tigger, beachballs, Cesie.
See you Sunday! :)
Game Night
Join us in the Lighthouse on Friday, Oct 21, beginning at 7:00 pm, for an evening of fun and games!
Bring your favorite game, drinks and/or snacks to share, and of course, bring a friend. Because it’s always more fun with friends!
World Communion Sunday
Join us for worship this Sunday as we celebrate World Communion Sunday. On this special day, our global brothers and sisters in Christ share the eucharist together.
You will have an opportunity to support scholarships for students around the world, particularly racial and ethnic students. Education transforms communities. Unite with other United Methodists to change the world.
Together, our reach is beyond measure.
Worship Video for September 25
If you were unable to attend on Sunday morning, here’s the video (please pardon the technical difficulties:
https://youtu.be/MmcSGWFKASA
Game Night on Oct 21
Join us in the Lighthouse on Friday, Oct 21, beginning at 7:00 pm, for an evening of fun and games!
Bring your favorite game (Ticket to Ride? Checkers?), drinks and/or snacks to share, and of course, bring a friend. Because, with games, it’s always more fun with friends!
(Bonus points if you know that the little blue person-shaped item in the photo is called a ‘meeple’)
Ready to Sing?
The Westside choir is returning to the sanctuary for rehearsals every Monday, beginning at 7:00 pm.
Worship our God through the glory of music!
Please contact Chris G if you would like more information.
Space is Limited!
Ladies, here’s a message from Debbie G about the Women’s Retreat in November:
Just did a walk through Scholl's Valley Lodge. Beautiful property - so quiet and peaceful. They just put in a prayer labyrinth; how cool is that?
I'm getting excited! We are filling up so get your reservation in.
Click on the link above and register now!
Family Promise Needs
As families ‘graduate’ from the Family Promise program and move into their own homes, they need many items to get started. If you can provide any of the following, please bring them to the church entryway and contact Bonnie B so that she may deliver them:
Gift cards to clothing stores and/or Goodwill
Gently used pots, pans, silverware, and other kitchenware
Cleaning products for kitchen and bath - soap, sponges, rubber gloves, broom, etc
Thank you!
Worship Video for September 18
If you were unable to attend on Sunday morning, here’s the video:
Reminder: Brainstorming Session this Sunday
Come join the creative process!
After the service this Sunday, Sep 18th, join us for a potluck lunch in the Lighthouse.
Sandy and Brett will facilitate some brainstorming from YOU(!) around what Westside is called to do for the holidays this year.
This is a time of communal reflection and discernment and your input matters! Where the Lord is calling us, the Lord provides vision, specific planning, and people power to pull it off!
WFWA News
The Western Farm Workers Association (WFWA) Back to School campaign was a big success this year. They were able to give 138 children a new backpack full of school supplies, and 53 families clothing for school. Thank you to the Westsiders who donated!
Whatever your time frame or budget is, they can use your help. The current projects include advocating for people whose water is shut off. Volunteers help families access funding or create a payment plan.
There are numerous other ways to volunteer. Stay tuned for how you can help with Thanksgiving!
Contact Merry G for more information, or call the WFWA office at 503-681-9399
Choir Rehearsals Resume
After more than two years, the Westside choir is returning to the sanctuary for rehearsals, every Monday, beginning at 7:00 pm.
Please contact Chris G if you would like more information.
Big Thanks!
Many thanks to Mark W, Bonnie B, and Pastor Rafael for all their hard work last week!
With Pastor Brett, they cleared out the shed and reorganized the Family Room.
Family Promise Week
Although families are no longer hosted being hosted by churches, next week (Sep 18-24) is Westside’s opportunity to provide meals and grocery store/restaurant gift cards for families being housed in the Beaverton Day House.
There is always a need for new or gently used household items as well.
Contact Bonnie B for more information. Visit https://www.familypromisegwc.org/ for more information on Family Promise of Greater Washington County.
Children's Moment this Sunday
Your (grand)child is invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to church this Sunday. We will be talking about them during the Children’s Moment, followed by our celebration of the Blessing of the Animals.
We hope each child will have their favorite animal, stuffed and/or real, with them.
Brainstorming Session on Sep 18
Looking for folks to help us brainstorm our Advent/Christmas theme for the 2022 season.
We will meet in the Lighthouse after worship on Sunday, Sep 18, to discuss ideas. Bring a lunch (with perhaps some to share) and let’s compare notes.
Childcare Volunteers
There will be a signup sheet this Sunday for volunteers to help with childcare each Sunday during worship.
We will have a paid caregiver but need an additional adult for the safety of our children and workers. If enough people sign up, you will need to work only once per month (or less!)
Background checks are required every five years. Most of the checks on file are out-of-date. There are disclosure forms on the entryway table if you would like to complete one on Sunday.
Worship Video for September 4
If you were unable to attend on Sunday morning, here’s the video:
Worship & Blessing This Sunday
Join us for a special outdoor service this Sunday, Sep 11.
“Worship Under the Tent” will include a Blessing of the Animals, which emphasizes the bond of love and respect that animals have with their humans, and that humans have with all of creation.
You are invited to bring your furry friends on a leash or otherwise restrained.
Westside at Holiday Time
Do you have something you’ve always wanted the church to do during Advent and Christmas? Do you have a vision for decorating for the holidays? Maybe there’s a tradition that means ‘Christmas’ to you.
Anyone who is interested is invited to help us brainstorm our theme for the 2022 season.
We will meet in the Lighthouse after worship on Sunday, Sep 18, to discuss ideas. Bring a lunch (with perhaps some to share) and let’s compare notes.