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Extravagant Generosity Sunday

This Sunday, October 29, is EGS! We will celebrate the wrap-up of our stewardship campaign with a guest speaker, John Ogle, from the Luis Palau Association.

Please remember to return your completed stewardship card (blank cards are available on the entryway table.) If you are unable to attend this Sunday, you may complete the information online.

Thank you for prayerfully considering your offering of time, talents, and gifts to Westside.

Red Cross Blood Drive

We are hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, Nov 16, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm in the Lighthouse.

Sign up today at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=WestsideUMC.

Learn more about donating, and eligibility, at redcrossblood.org

Everyone who gives blood Nov. 10-30 will receive an exclusive pair of Elf & Red Cross socks, while supplies last!

Join us to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the film Elf and make giving blood a holiday tradition!

Chili Cookoff on Nov 19

You’re invited to enter your best chili in our Chili Cookoff contest, to be held on Sunday, Nov 19, following worship. Earn bragging rights - and fabulous prizes! - with any type of chili, any level of spice. Entries will be anonymous.

Apostolic Church will be joining us in this event!

Bring a minimum of 4 quarts, hot and ready to eat, in an electric crockpot. Tasting and judging will begin at 11:30. There will be a People’s Choice Award, plus a small panel of judges to award other prizes.

If you have an extra crockpot, please let us know, in case it’s needed.

Entries are due by Sunday, Nov 12, to Sandy H or the church office. Entry forms are on the front table at church or enter online at https://westsidejourney.breezechms.com/form/chili-cookoff

Invite your friends and family to watch you win (or just to enjoy a tasty bowl of chili!)

EGS Speaker this Sunday

Our guest speaker this Sunday, Extravagant Generosity Sunday, will be John Ogle, Vice President of Development at Luis Palau Association.

For more than 60 years, the Palau Association has shared the Good News of Jesus Christ with more than one billion people throughout the world. Through their efforts – and God’s great provision – hundreds of thousands of individuals have come to faith in Jesus Christ.

Please remember to return your completed stewardship card (blank cards are available on the entryway table.) If you are unable to attend this Sunday, you may complete the information online.

Join us at 10:00 am in-person or online as we wrap up our stewardship campaign with Extravagant Generosity Sunday!

Chili Cookoff

You’re invited to enter your best chili in our Chili Cookoff contest, to be held on Sunday, Nov 19, following worship. Earn bragging rights - and fabulous prizes! - with any type of chili, any level of spice. Entries will be anonymous.

Bring a minimum of 4 quarts, hot and ready to eat, in an electric crockpot. Tasting and judging will begin around 11:30.

If you have an extra crockpot, please let us know, in case it’s needed.

Entries are due by Sunday, Nov 12, to Sandy H or the church office. Entry forms are on the front table at church or enter online at https://westsidejourney.breezechms.com/form/chili-cookoff

Invite your friends and family to watch you win!

EGS Speaker

Our guest speaker on Sunday, Oct 29, Extravagant Generosity Sunday, will be John Ogle, Vice President of Development at Luis Palau Association.

For more than 60 years, the Palau Association has shared the Good News of Jesus Christ with more than one billion people throughout the world. Through their efforts – and God’s great provision – hundreds of thousands of individuals have come to faith in Jesus Christ.

Join us at 10:00 am in-person or online as we wrap up our stewardship campaign with Extravagant Generosity Sunday!

Night Without a Bed

Over 12% of all US children live in poverty; family homelessness is on the rise.

Family Promise of Greater Washington County is hosting an experiential evening to raise awareness for unhoused children and their families, and to raise funds that will directly impact their lives.

On Saturday, October 21, you are invited to Southminster Presbyterian Church to sleep outside your bed. Dinner and a to-go breakfast will be provided for those staying overnight (bring your own sleeping bags, blankets, pillows, etc.) If you’re unable to stay overnight, you can still participate by sleeping on your sofa, the floor, or even in your car. The event begins at 6:30 pm and ends at 8:00 am on Sunday, Oct 22.

Donations of $10 per person (or a package of diapers or toilet paper) are requested. Learn more and register (by Monday, Oct 16, please) at familypromisegwc.org

October is Pastor Appreciation Month

October is Pastor Appreciation Month!

The call to honor our church leaders’ contributions can be traced back to the apostle Paul. In establishing the first Christian churches, Paul advised the congregation to give “double honor” to the elders of the church who managed the affairs of the church well, “especially those whose work is preaching and teaching” (1 Timothy 5:17).

So, “double honor” Pastor Brett with a hand-written note, small gifts, a coffee date, or just a sincere prayer of thanks for all he does for Westside. Most of all remember that while October is set aside as Pastor Appreciation Month, our pastors and church leaders should be encouraged, celebrated, and graciously thanked all year long. So shower them with love, understanding, and support every day of the year!

Special Guest this Sunday

Gabby Thuillier, Community Engagement Manager at Blanchet House, will be joining us this Sunday, October 15.

Blanchet House is “On a mission to alleviate suffering and offer hope for a better life by serving essential aid with dignity.” Established in 1952, they offer hot meals six days a week, clothing services, and two residential programs. Learn more at blanchethouse.org

Every Sunday we collect loose coins and small bills through our Change for Change buckets to support their vital work. Come at 10:00 am this Sunday to see a presentation and hear more about how we can all help.

WFWA Update

The new Benefits office of the Western Farm Workers Association is now open! 

The new location is at the Hillsboro United Methodist Church on the corner of 8th and Lincoln Streets. It is currently open twice a month; 43 people attended the first Saturday to select adult and children’s clothing.

All clothing donations will still be accepted at the main office,  725 S.E. 7th Avenue in Hillsboro, for sorting.

WFWA is still looking for a donated vehicle, something for office staff to use, no more than 15 years old.

Thank you to all who donate resources. WFWA is an all-volunteer organization, open every day of the year, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.  If you are interested or have questions, please contact Merry Goldthorpe at 503-690-1908 or 503-840-7410.

Still Need Volunteers!

Bonnie still needs folks to help prepare and serve dinner on Thursday, Oct 12. Only a 3-hour commitment to make a big difference in the life of a youth.

We will provide dinner at their Hillsboro drop-in center, at Hillsboro UCC, 494 E Main St. Food prep begins around 5:00; you will be done by 8:00 pm. Please let Bonnie know as soon as possible that she can count on your help!

Store-bought cookies are still needed as well.

Thank you!

Pastor Appreciation Month

October is Pastor Appreciation Month!

The call to honor our church leaders’ contributions can be traced back to the apostle Paul. In establishing the first Christian churches, Paul advised the congregation to give “double honor” to the elders of the church who managed the affairs of the church well, “especially those whose work is preaching and teaching” (1 Timothy 5:17).

So, “double honor” Pastor Brett with a hand-written note, small gifts, a coffee date, or just a sincere prayer of thanks for all he does for Westside. Most of all remember that while October is set aside as Pastor Appreciation Month, our pastors and church leaders should be encouraged, celebrated, and graciously thanked all year long. So shower them with love, understanding, and support every day of the year!