Join Pastor Brett in the Family Room this Thursday, Feb 1, from 9:30-10:30 am to explore and discuss what matters to you in your daily walk with Jesus.
Part bible study, part prayer, part spiritual journey. Participants are encouraged to suggest topics for discussion.
Contact Pastor Brett for more information.
Our Lighthouse building housed several members during the recent winter storms. It was a blessing to be able to offer a warm and safe place for them.
Before the next ice storm, we would like to stockpile some non-perishables. Bonnie B will keep track of the food inventory. Any items close to their expiration date will be used at one of our ministries.
Besides canned items, some other options are nut butters, crackers, dried fruits, granola and protein bars, and grains such as rice.
Please bring food items to church this Sunday.
In case you missed Sunday’s worship service:
Click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbLwHfohfXE
Kari S is organizing a mini-retreat for the women of Westside this spring.
If you are interested in being a part of the planning team, please contact Kari at church or by email.
Join Pastor Brett in the Family Room on Thursday, Feb 1, from 9:30-10:30 am to explore and discuss what matters to you in your daily walk with Jesus.
Part bible study, part prayer, part spiritual journey. Participants are encouraged to suggest topics for discussion.
Contact Pastor Brett for more information.
Join Family Promise for a heartwarming Charity Bake-Off on Thursday, Feb 8th at 6:00 pm at Calvary Parkside in Beaverton! Showcase your baking skills, win bragging rights, and sell your treats (20% will go to Family Promise!)
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is a fantastic opportunity to share your passion, spread some love in the community, and make a real difference in the lives of families in need.
Not a baker? Attend as a taster and judge for only $10 per person.
Learn more and/or register to attend or bake at https://www.familypromisegwc.org/sweetcause.
Our Lighthouse building housed several members during the recent winter storms. It was a blessing to be able to offer a warm and safe place for them.
However, it would be even better with something to eat!
Before the next ice storm, we would like to stockpile some non-perishables. Bonnie B will keep track of the food inventory. Any items close to their expiration date will be used at one of our ministries.
Besides canned items, some other options are nut butters, crackers, dried fruits, granola and protein bars, and grains such as rice.
If you are able, please bring food items to church this Sunday.
In case you missed Sunday’s worship service:
Click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ASSs3ge0rs
Sign-up has begun for our next blood drive on Tuesday, Feb 13, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. The need for blood is constant, but only 3 percent of the U.S. population donates. If you have been turned away before, please visit the Red Cross website to see if you are now eligible. It takes less than an hour, but can help save the lives of up to three patients!
Be a hero and sign up today at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=WestsideUMC
Join Family Promise for a heartwarming Charity Bake-Off on Thursday, Feb 8th at 6:00 pm at Calvary Parkside in Beaverton! Showcase your baking skills, win bragging rights, and sell your treats (20% will go to Family Promise!)
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is a fantastic opportunity to share your passion, spread some love in the community, and make a real difference in the lives of families in need.
Not a baker? Attend as a taster and judge for only $10 per person.
Learn more and/or register to attend or bake at https://www.familypromisegwc.org/sweetcause.
Due to the weather conditions, worship on Sunday morning was online only.
We hope that you are staying warm and safe!
See you this Sunday in person!
Tigard UMC and Westside youth are partnering with Portland First UMC and Christ UMC in a prayer-a-thon tomorrow, Saturday, Jan 13, from 6-11 p.m.
Youth will be divided into small groups and the groups will take turns praying for the entire 5 hours. We are asking our churches to submit prayer requests for the youth. You can submit them electronically at https://forms.gle/mBzhCXxjEiBqEA1X8
In case you missed Sunday’s worship service:
Click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2b36asMI88
Here’s an update on the Western Farm Workers Association from Merry G:
Hello Everyone, and Best Wishes in the New Year.
We had a very busy and successful holiday season this year. We filled toy and clothing gift requests for more than 230 children. We held a dinner party for the families, with entertainment by a folkloric dance troupe, and some excellent piano music. In the children's room, we had pizza, made ornaments, and did lots of craft projects. The parents were then able to pick up their gifts during the dinner.
On Dec 22nd, we had a very good turnout of volunteers for the food distribution. Westside donated 50 pounds of beans and masa. Each family received seven bags of food, and we were able to deliver them to 87 households.
We are now serving the membership with a Clothing Closet on every other Saturday. A small fee of ten cents per item is waived if members are unable to donate. We are looking forward to our next newspaper very soon, where you can find out more information.
Thank you all who helped out in 2023. Please join us again this year.
We will celebrate our leadership teams - both current members and those taking on team roles in 2024 - this Sunday, Jan 7. Join us from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm in the Lighthouse. A light lunch and cake will be served.
Who's invited, you might ask? Current Westside members who have served or are serving:
Church Council classes of 2022, 2023, and all current Council Members
Heads of Trustees for 2022, 2023, and current
Newly elected SPRC folks
Finance Folks - Counters, Secretaries, Treasurers
Stewardship Chair
Director of Music Ministries
Choir Director
Paid Church Staff
Looking forward to 2024 and what God has in store for Westside!
We will be serving a hot meal at HomePlate Youth Services on Thursday, Jan 11.
If you would like to contribute, please bring french bread (garlic or plain) and/or bottled waters (flavored or plain) to church this Sunday. You may also donate towards purchasing the main entree.
Tigard UMC and Westside youth are partnering with Portland First UMC and Christ UMC in a prayer-a-thon on Saturday, Jan 13, from 6-11 p.m.
Youth will be divided into small groups and the groups will take turns praying for the entire 5 hours. We are asking our churches to submit prayer requests for the youth. You can submit them electronically at https://forms.gle/mBzhCXxjEiBqEA1X8
We hope you had a joyous Christmas and a wonderful beginning to 2024!
Choir rehearsals will resume on Tuesday, Jan 9. The weekly rehearsals are from 7:30 - 8:45 pm.
Contact Linnea B for more information.
Once a month, we cook and serve a hot meal to the youth at HomePlate Youth Services.
Our next service day is on Thursday, Jan 11.
Please contact Bonnie if you’re interested in volunteering, or help purchase the food with a donation marked for HomePlate.
Sign-up has begun for our next blood drive on Tuesday, Feb 13, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. The need for blood is constant, but only 3 percent of the U.S. population donates. If you have been turned away before, please visit the Red Cross website to see if you are now eligible. It takes less than an hour, but can help save the lives of up to three patients!
Be a hero and sign up today at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=WestsideUMC