Communion

"The Holy Hinge"

Acts 12:1-19a

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Last week we talked about the truth the Spirit of God keeps front and center in the lives of His people when the world around us seems to crumble: grace will prevail. In Acts 12 we see a historic example of that truth playing out—God’s people terribly wounded and yet triumphantly delivered. Join us this Sunday as we gather to heal around God’s Word and the tender heart of our King, who meets His people in their grief and reminds them that even in the darkest moments, His grace will prevail.

Join us as we seek the Spirit’s movement in our lives and in the world.

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"Little Christs"

Acts 11:19-30

Rev. Charlie Phillips

C.S. Lewis once said, “The Church exists for nothing else but to draw men into Christ, to make them little Christs. If they are not doing that, all the cathedrals, clergy, missions, sermons, even the Bible itself are simply a waste of time. God became man for no other purpose. It is even doubtful, you know, whether the whole universe was created for any other purpose.”



If Lewis is right, it begs the question: Are we becoming little Christs? This Sunday, we’ll explore the origins of the term “Christian” and what it truly means to bear that name.

Join us as we seek the Spirit’s movement in our lives and in the world.

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"Pride & Prejudice"

Acts 11:1-18

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Joel Beeke once said, “In essence, sin is all that is in opposition to God.” Martin Luther put it this way: “Sin fails to let God be God.” And R.C. Sproul famously said, “Every act of sin is cosmic treason — a futile attempt to dethrone God in His sovereign authority.”



When you hear those words, who comes to mind?

The moral collapse of our culture?

The unbelieving world shaking its fist at heaven?

The obvious rebellions “out there”?



Or your own heart?

Acts 11 refuses to let us sit back as spectators of someone else’s treason. It confronts us with a sobering reality: sometimes it is not the pagan world that most resists the advance of God — it is God’s own people.

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"Lord of the Ring"

Haggai 2:20-23

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Who would have thought that a little book buried in the back of the Old Testament would have so much relevance for Christians today! This week we’ll close out our series in Haggai with yet another interesting prophecy from God. Except this time the prophecy is directed to just one person, Zerubbabel. Why does God single out this “nobody” governor of Judah? Join us as we take one last look at this precious Word from God!


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"A Praying & Staying Church: Part 3"

James 5:19-20

Rev. Charlie Phillips

The last season of ministry at Westminster has been so sweet thanks to God’s Word. The Spirit has used the book of James to pierce our hearts, bring about repentance, plant seeds of restoration among us, encourage us to pursue the wisdom of Christ, and flesh out our God-given faith. But James has one more word for us this week. Join us for worship and communion this Sunday as we close out this great series! Oh, and be looking forward to this summer as we dive into Haggai and Obadiah

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"Deep and Wide"

Romans 1:16

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Currently everyone is rethinking their priorities, making goals, and creating systems for growth. It’s a healthy way to begin the year!

At Westminster we purposefully begin every new year by revisiting our reason for existing and vision for ministry. Join us this first Sunday of 2025 as we seek Gospel growth together!

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"The Cost of Discipleship"

Luke 14: 25-33

Rev. Charlie Phillips

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This coming Sunday we’ll be jumping into part two in our series on discipleship as we talk about the cost of following Jesus. What exactly does it cost to follow Jesus? Have we ever actually calculated it? Is it worth it? What do we get in return? See you Sunday as we dive in!

 

On another note, we’re excited to remind you that we will be having a congregational meeting on September 8th after worship for the purpose of voting in Barr Overcast as Associate Pastor of Westminster! As an Associate Pastor Barr will get a vote on the Session and, more importantly, his role will be strengthened as we formally recognize him as our pastor of shepherding and discipleship.

"God Before Us"

Colossians 1:15-20

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Frederick Buechner once said, “In the silence of a midwinter dusk, there is a sound so faint that for all you can tell it may be only the sound of the silence itself. You hold your breath to listen. You are aware of the beating of your heart. The extraordinary thing that is about to happen is matched only by the extraordinary moment just before it happens. Advent is the name of that moment.” Join us this Sunday we remember and anticipate the incredible grace of our Savior together.

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"Judge, Jury, Grace"

1 Samuel 12:1-25

Rev. Barr Overcast

In our text this week, Samuel is stepping into his role as judge one last time, complete with a black robe, a white wig, and a gavel (okay probably not that last bit). Samuel is God's representative, bringing the case against Israel. What will the verdict be? What will the result of the trial be? Join us this Sunday as we see God's courtroom grace on display.

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"Do This in Remembrance of Me"

Luke 22:14-23

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Recently a few of the students in our communicants class expressed that they couldn’t wait to take their first Communion. I must confess that I felt convicted because if I’m to be honest I don’t always look forward to Communion Sundays with such enthusiasm. But I should! The truth is that if we as believers understand what the Lord’s Supper is all about we ought to approach each Communion Sunday with the anticipation of experiencing the grace of Christ in a unique way. Join us this Sunday as we dive into the meaning and beauty of the Lord’s Supper.