Due to technical issues, the January 9th worship video will not be available in our usual online spot.
If you would like to watch it, please email the office at office@westsidejourney.org for the private link. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Small Group Begins Tuesday
Kick off 2022 with a 3-week study based on the book, “Awakening: A New Approach to Faith, Fasting and Spiritual Freedom” by Stovall Weems. The book is described this way:
Awakening helps you stir up your slumbering soul. You’ll discover how to break out of your season of dryness or get off to a great start either in the New Year or the next season in life. Take your faith-walk from a “going through the motions” or “have to” mindset to the stimulating, fresh “want to” experience of enjoying God’s presence
The group will begin Tuesday, January 11, at 7:00 pm in Stephanie’s home in Hillsboro. Email office@westsidejourney.org for the address.
Registration is not required. You may just show up but remember to purchase your book beforehand.
Interfaith Legislative Forum
Oregon Coalition of Christian Voices is presenting an overview of legislative issues of concern to faith communities, including housing, climate, farmworker rights, and gun violence. Legislators will inform participants of the issues, and offer ways to be most effective in their advocacy. Sun, Jan 23, 1:30 - 3:30 pm online. Register at bit.ly/2022forumregister
Thank You from WFWA
Worship Video for January 2
If you were unable to attend worship in-person or online on Sunday, watch it here:
January Small Group Begins Soon
Kick off 2022 with a 3-week study on fasting, based on the book, “Awakening: A New Approach to Faith, Fasting and Spiritual Freedom” by Stovall Weems.
The study will include a 21-day plan with assigned reading from the book and different ways/menus for fasting.
The group will meet Tuesdays, January 11, 18, and 25, at 7:00 pm. Location is TBD by the participants. Participants will be responsible for purchasing their own books.
For more information, contact Kari S, Gayellyn J, or Stephanie R.
Worship Video for Christmas Eve
If you were unable to attend worship in-person or online on Sunday, watch it here:
Big Thanks!
Thank you, Westsiders, for your generous hearts!
Local families and the Western Farm Workers Association received bags of food to brighten their holidays. And. as you can see on the far tables in the photo, there were dozens of gifts given for the children.
“As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way.” - Mary Anne Radmacher
Christmas Eve Service & Offering
Our Christmas Eve service begins at 4:30 pm today. Dress for the weather, as we will end the service by processing outside to the tent to sing ‘Silent Night.’
This year, the Christmas offering will go towards the following:
10% to Family Promise
$5500 for Help Build Hope 2022
$3000 to the 2022 Dominican Republic mission trip
Any additional amount to the General Fund of the church
Please prayerfully consider your gift. You may give during the Christmas Eve worship service or anytime online (please designate Christmas Offering.)
Merry Christmas!
January Small Group
Kick off 2022 with a 3-week study on fasting, based on the book, “Awakening: A New Approach to Faith, Fasting and Spiritual Freedom” by Stovall Weems.
The study will include a 21-day plan with assigned reading from the book and different ways/menus for fasting.
The group will meet Tuesdays, January 11, 18, and 25, at 7:00 pm. Location is TBD by the participants. Participants will be responsible for purchasing their own books.
For more information, contact Kari S, Gayellyn J, or Stephanie R.
Come Help this Thursday
Can you spare a few hours to help the Western Farm Workers Association (WFWA)?
Beginning at 9:00 am on Thursday, Dec 23, food items will be boxed at Reedville Presbyterian, 2785 SW 209th in Aloha. Volunteers are also needed to deliver the boxes.
If you’re available to help, or have questions, please contact Merry G at 503-681-9399 (WFWA office), 503-690-1908 (home), or 503-840-7410 (cell).
Worship Video for December 19
If you were unable to attend worship in-person or online on Sunday, watch it here: https://holtrich.my.webex.com/recordingservice/sites/holtrich.my/recording/b313be9a4323103a9ff64e5b329b077b/playback
New Small Group
A 3-week study on fasting will begin in January, based on the book, “Awakening: A New Approach to Faith, Fasting and Spiritual Freedom” by Stovall Weems.
From the publisher’s description:
Would you describe your walk with God as fresh and exciting? Would you describe your spiritual life as vibrant and passionate? If not, would you like these attributes to be the norm in your everyday relationship with God?
Are you ready to experience an awakening?
Weems encourages you to surrender fully, to discover the right kind of fuel for the journey, and to learn a new way to pray and fast. This lifestyle is not based on rules or religion, but on a deep, satisfying, motivating relationship with God.
The books include a small group study guide, the 21-day plan with assigned reading from the book, and different ways/menus for fasting.
The group will meet Tuesdays, January 11, 18, and 25, at 7:00 pm. Location is TBD by the participants. Participants will be responsible for purchasing their own books.
For more information, contact Kari S, Gayellyn J, or Stephanie R.
Christmas Eve Service & Offering
Our Christmas Eve service will begin at 4:30 pm next Friday. Dress for the weather, as we will end the service by processing outside to the tent to sing ‘Silent Night.’
This year, the Christmas offering will go towards the following:
10% to Family Promise
$5500 for Help Build Hope 2022
$3000 to the 2022 Dominican Republic mission trip
Any additional amount to the General Fund of the church
Please prayerfully consider your gift. You may give during the Christmas Eve worship service or anytime online (please designate Christmas Offering.)
Merry Christmas!
Bring Items this Sunday!
Thank you! All slots (except some Christmas candy) have been filled for food and gifts for 11 families and 13 children this Christmas!
You may sign up to bring that candy at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4BABAF22AB9-christmas2 Monetary donations for perishable items (meat, produce, dairy, desserts) may be made through our Giving link.
Items are due to the church this Sunday in the Family Room. Let Bonnie know if you can help pack or deliver boxes after worship and/or on Wed, Dec 22.
Christmas Offering
Every year we take up a special offering, above and beyond our regular giving. For all the goodness we have received from God, we offer back whatever we can.
This year, the Christmas offering will go towards the following:
10% to Family Promise
$5500 for Help Build Hope 2022
$3000 to the 2022 Dominican Republic mission trip
Any additional amount to the General Fund of the church
Please prayerfully consider your contribution. You may give during our Christmas Eve worship service (4:30 pm) or anytime online (please designate Christmas Offering)
Christmas Eve Service
It’s almost here!
Our Christmas Eve service will begin at 4:30 pm next Friday. Dress for the weather, as we will end the service by processing outside to the tent to sing ‘Silent Night.’
Merry Christmas!
Come Help this Friday
Can you spare a few hours to help the Western Farm Workers Association (WFWA)?
On Friday, Dec 17, they will be sorting, bagging, and labeling gifts for children at Hillsboro UMC, 168 NE 8th.
Beginning at 9:00 am on Thursday, Dec 23, food items will be boxed at Reedville Presbyterian, 2785 SW 209th in Aloha. Volunteers are also needed to deliver the boxes.
If you’re available to help, or have questions, please contact Merry G at 503-681-9399 (WFWA office), 503-690-1908 (home), or 503-840-7410 (cell).
Worship Video for December 12
If you were unable to attend worship in-person or online on Sunday, watch it here:
https://holtrich.my.webex.com/recordingservice/sites/holtrich.my/recording/7dd4ce2d3da3103abfea0adc416b524c/playback
Christmas Food & Gifts
Westside is supplying food and gifts to 11 families and 13 children this Christmas.
You may sign up to donate non-perishables and gifts for children at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4BABAF22AB9-christmas2 Monetary donations may be made through our Giving link.
Items are due to the church by Dec 19 in the Family Room. Let Bonnie know if you can help pack or deliver boxes on Dec 19 and/or 22.
Thank you for spreading Christmas peace, love, hope, and joy to our friends and neighbors!