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Worship On Sundays

Go the M.I.L.E.

Over the next two weeks in worship, Pastor Brett will be exploring Bishop Cedric's vision to ‘go the M.I.L.E.’ Some clips of his vision will be shown in the bishop’s own words; Brett will do some paraphrasing of longer videos.

You may view all of the bishop’s videos at https://greaternw.org/m-i-l-e-2023-annual-conference-sermons/ or get a quick overview with links at https://greaternw.org/mile/

And be sure to attend Westside’s all-church meeting on Sunday, Dec 10, after worship for a potluck lunch and discussions on how Westside will respond to the M.I.L.E. vision.

A Gospel Music Nativity

From Nov 22 - Dec 10, Portland’5 Centers for the Arts is presenting Black Nativity by poet and playwright Langston Hughes. Tickets are $40 ($35 for seniors, $27 for students with ID) and are General Admission. 

Based on the traditional Nativity story, the spirit-filled, inspiring play features traditional Christmas carols performed in a gospel style with a few new songs specifically for the show.

Wendy and Josh Fedderly will be going to the Thursday, Nov 30, 7:30 pm performance. Reach out to Wendy if you’ll be going that night, and she’ll save you a seat!

 https://www.portland5.com/brunish-theatre/events/black-nativity

HomePlate Seeking Santa Support

HomePlate Youth Services needs your help with their annual Holiday Store. The Store provides youth the opportunity to practice generosity by choosing gifts for their guardians, grandparents, siblings, babies, etc.

You may help by donating unwrapped gifts with a maximum value of $20; donating cash for HomePlate to purchase gifts; and/or volunteering before and during the event.

Gifts may be brought to church by Sunday, Dec 10 (see this flyer for details and gift ideas.)

Volunteer opportunities are:

  • Week of December 4th (flexible timing based on availability)
    Organizing and inventorying the gifts we receive before youth shop for them

  • December 13th: 4-8 pm Holiday Store in Beaverton
    Helping with gift wrapping, cookie decorating, etc.

  • December 14th: 6-8 pm Holiday Store in Hillsboro
    Helping with gift wrapping, cookie decorating, etc.

If interested in volunteering, you may contact their coordinator at clare@homeplateyouth.org or 971-238-3055. Contact Bonnie B with any questions.

Chili Cookoff is Coming!

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 enjoy a tasty bowl of chili!

Blood Drive - Sign up Today!

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

Are you a fan of the movie, Elf? Donors will receive a pair of cool socks, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the film (while supplies last) in addition to a Red Cross t-shirt.

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

Learn more about donating, and eligibility, at redcrossblood

Make giving blood a holiday tradition!

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!

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!